Scarlet 380SL project
Scarlet 380SL project
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Removing the front subframe
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL project
Quick video to show how I remove the hard top
I am an enthusiast doing this in my free time and sharing for your entertainment. Do not take these videos as technical advise.
00:00 - intro
00:31 - putting her on stands
00:47 - engine support bridge
02:37 - rubbers
03:11 - shock dampers
03:51 - front torsion bar
06:01 - steering linkage
07:07 - brakes
Music generated with Suno AI
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Видео

Removing the hard top
Просмотров 506День назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL project Quick video to show how I remove the hard top I am an enthusiast doing this in my free time and sharing for your entertainment. Do not take these videos as technical advise. Working with fuel is dangerous, disconnect the battery and remove - turn off ignition sources, work in a very well-ventilated area, avoid breathing vapors. 00:00 - intro 00:12 - placing the ...
Replacing the fuel lines and testing fuel pressures
Просмотров 43714 дней назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL project After replacing the fuel accumulator I replaced fuel lines in the engine bay and tested the pressures. I am an enthusiast doing this in my free time and sharing for your entertainment. Do not take these videos as technical advise. Working with fuel is dangerous, disconnect the battery and remove - turn off ignition sources, work in a very well-ventilated area, a...
Replacing the fuel accumulator and restoring the fuel pump assembly
Просмотров 13 тыс.Год назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL project I had to replace the fuel pump accumulator as the system was losing pressure, it was indeed leaking fuel from the back tube. As I was in there, I completely restored the fuel pump assembly. I am an enthusiast doing this in my free time and sharing for your entertainment. Do not take these videos as technical advise. Working with fuel is dangerous, disconnect the...
First start after all rebuilds - did I break a valve?
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.2 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL Installed new injectors, spark plugs, spark plug wires etc First start revealed a tapping sound ... did I break a valve? I am an enthusiast doing this in my free time and sharing for your entertainment. Do not take these videos as technical advise. 00:00 - intro 00:12 - reinstalling injectors 03:39 - valve cover breather hose 04:35 - injector line clips 05:09 - spark pl...
Rebalancing the fuel distributor
Просмотров 15 тыс.2 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL Rebalancing the fuel distributor after I messed up the channels during the rebuild in a previous episode I am an enthusiast doing this in my free time and sharing for your entertainment. Do not take these videos as technical advise. Be cautious when working with fuel. Do this in a very well ventilated place and have towels and fire extinguisher ready in case things woul...
Warmup regulator (WUR) rebuild and test: 380SL K-Jet
Просмотров 11 тыс.2 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL Rebuilding my warmup regulator (WUR) The kit I used: www.missingparts.de/products/reparaturset-fur-alle-bosch-doppel-membran-warmlaufregler-repair-set-for-all-bosch-single-membrane-warm-up-regulator I am an enthusiast doing this in my free time and sharing for your entertainment. Do not take these videos as technical advise. 00:43 rebuild kit 02:24 removing the rivets 0...
Testing fuel system and control pressure and WUR
Просмотров 6 тыс.2 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL Testing the fuel system pressure and control pressure. I found a problem with the warm-up regulator being clogged. I am an enthusiast doing this in my free time and sharing for your entertainment. Do not take these videos as technical advise. 00:15 building a fuel pressure tester 01:46 connecting fuel pressure tester 01:59 building fuel pump switch 05:15 connecting fuel...
Reinstalling the air flow sensor and vacuum system
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.2 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL Reinstalling the air flow sensor, idle air valve, warm up regulator and remaining vacuum tubing. I am an enthusiast doing this in my free time and sharing for your entertainment. Do not take these videos as technical advise. 00:12 rebuilding air flow sensor 00:49 installing fuel distributor 01:20 new flange 01:59 fitting frequency valve and dampers 03:51 damper leak tub...
Reinstalling the intake manifold and throttle linkage
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.2 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL Reinstalling the intake manifold in the car and some vacuum tubing. 00:19 Left gasket 00:34 Richt gasket 03:16 Torquing it down 04:46 Injector idle air hoses 04:23 Throttle linkage 05:54 Fuel vent vacuum tubing to throttle valve I am an enthusiast doing this in my free time and sharing for your entertainment. Do not take these videos as technical advise. Music: Hand Bal...
Reassembling the intake manifold
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.2 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL Reassembling the intake manifold and test fitting all components on top. 00:14 throttle valve gasket 01:01 rubber intermediate pieces 01:41 thermovalve 03:21 test fit of components and screws on top Music: - Low - ELPHNT
Throttle Valve Switch Testing
Просмотров 6532 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL Reinstalled and tested my throttle valve switch 00:11 '83 380SL connector 00:21 wrong part 00:24 wrong connector 00:54 testing idle switch 01:47 testing full load switch 02:36 connector spec idle switch 02:39 connector spec full load switch Music: - Swoop141 - Kwon
Acceleration Lever Bushings Replacement
Просмотров 4732 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL Replaced the bushings in the acceleration lever on top of the throttle housing. 00:26 incorrect part: needle bearing 00:39 correct part: plastic bushing Music: - Scanner - Houses of Heaven
Idle Air Valve Test
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.2 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL I quickly tested my idle air valve before it gets reinstalled in the car The test is inspired on this longer instruction video from Inova Hightech: ruclips.net/video/hbQcWBykjbc/видео.html 00:28 idle air valve fully closed Music: - Observer - Chasms
Frequency Valve Repair
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.2 года назад
Mercedes 1983 R107 380SL I put a new fuel hose on the frequency valve, as the original pipe had hardened and scattered. 02:01 dismantled frequency valve 03:02 fixed frequency valve Music: - Polymetric Juggling, DivKid
Fuel distributor rebuild FAIL
Просмотров 18 тыс.2 года назад
Fuel distributor rebuild FAIL
Cleaning valve covers and renewing gaskets
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.2 года назад
Cleaning valve covers and renewing gaskets
Disassembling and cleaning intake manifold and throttle valve housing
Просмотров 7502 года назад
Disassembling and cleaning intake manifold and throttle valve housing
Cleaning up the mess under the intake manifold
Просмотров 1 тыс.2 года назад
Cleaning up the mess under the intake manifold
Removing intake manifold
Просмотров 3 тыс.2 года назад
Removing intake manifold
Removing injectors, frequency valve, air flow sensor, fuel distributor
Просмотров 9 тыс.2 года назад
Removing injectors, frequency valve, air flow sensor, fuel distributor
Removing idle speed air distributor & adjuster and warm-up compensator
Просмотров 3,1 тыс.2 года назад
Removing idle speed air distributor & adjuster and warm-up compensator

Комментарии

  • @007sg2
    @007sg2 10 часов назад

    Hello I have a C126 5.6L and the engine won't start. I press the KE-Jetronic sensor plate slightly with my finger and the engine starts. Can you give me some advice on what could be causing this?

  • @arhimond7
    @arhimond7 День назад

    5.4 is bether? Less gas mileage?

  • @excelerater
    @excelerater 3 дня назад

    Oh Boy....... Thought about doing this too but I dont drive mine enough and going back with rubber instead of a poly irks me

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 2 дня назад

      I put in new shocks and rubbers all around, and the way she drives now is like day and night. No more waggling around.

    • @excelerater
      @excelerater 2 дня назад

      @@GandaGarage I added EFI to mine..no more Bosch..starts every time :)

  • @behrouzsalehi3246
    @behrouzsalehi3246 3 дня назад

    Hi there ,what is an alternative measuring device to measure on off ratio counter ,the Bosch tester is no where to be found , would give me a hint?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 2 дня назад

      You can use an oscilloscope: here is a good description for k-Jetronic: www.benzworld.org/threads/k-jetronic-with-lambda-overview-and-adjustment.2182425/

  • @celts153
    @celts153 4 дня назад

    Nice job! I did it on mine and it takes time but finally not complex ! You can also change motor mounts and many other parts while you are here ! They are not easily accessible with subframe in place.

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 2 дня назад

      Yes agree, and I tackled as much as I could while the subframe was out. More videos on that to come ...

  • @sophiathe380sl
    @sophiathe380sl 11 дней назад

    Nice! Where did you get the straps with the metal hooks at the end?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 8 дней назад

      I got them with the car; this must have been an MB or aftermarket item 40 years ago :-)

  • @TonyLiveTV
    @TonyLiveTV 14 дней назад

    That’s the way to do it. Happy holidays

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 8 дней назад

      Thanks Tony, I am a big fan of your channel. Happy 2025

  • @roberth1858
    @roberth1858 Месяц назад

    I wish someone could make an intake manifold and updated fuel injection to do away with the fuel system nonsense on these cars.

  • @ronalddean3630
    @ronalddean3630 2 месяца назад

    Great video, I would never in a million years attempt to take that apart...so many parts to refit exactly right. Also, was your fuel pump making a whining noise when the car was running? If so, do you notice a difference now? Thanks for sharing.

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 15 дней назад

      Yes the pump was making a whining noise. The new one makes a more 'healthy' noise, but it is still very much noticeable when peeking under the bumper.

  • @Robertsbritishcars
    @Robertsbritishcars 2 месяца назад

    I recently acquired a 1981 380sl for free. It had been sitting in my neighbor's driveway for 15 years. ruclips.net/video/OXuDYs3dCOQ/видео.html To get to the point, I can not get the car to run. OK, I can get it started, but it will not accelerate but it idles smoothly. I do not know much about Mercedes, I am learning on line. Thanks for the videos by the way. When it is idling, I push down on the pedal and the engine bogs down or dies. If I gently push down on the air flow plate it speeds up. I have checked the Idle control valve and the WUR. Seem to be working. If this was a British car I would be looking for a vacuum leak. One other thing, the Tach does not work and there is no power to several fuses in the fuse box. My problem is, I don't know where to look for the problem on this car. Could you point me in the right direction? Thanks. Bob

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 15 дней назад

      The best source for information is this forum: www.benzworld.org/forums/r-c107-sl-slc-class.29/ I would start checking engine timing, and the advance unit.

  • @Gr3eGo
    @Gr3eGo 3 месяца назад

    I think you should clean those oil pipes also, and replace plastic tubes, check hydraulic compensators, and adjust rocker arm clerance with thicker washers. Nice work with intake manifold.

  • @Wildcat21-y8h
    @Wildcat21-y8h 3 месяца назад

    what's the name of the part behind the fuel injection?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 15 дней назад

      I think you are referring to the damper. It dampens the oscillations in caused by the frequency valve.

  • @theflightpractitioner7288
    @theflightpractitioner7288 3 месяца назад

    Fantastic tutorial - thanks for sharing! Starting overhaul of the WUR on my 85 380SL and this is incredibly helpful. Did manage to carefully work my screens out (patience and a pick/tiny screwdriver) and soak them in acetone. They don't seem too dirty but I really do wonder if they are necessary.

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 3 месяца назад

      Thanks for your comments, and happy this helps you. I didn't put them back, as I agree there is little chance for anything flowing in there. And in the end I am now capable of servicing it myself if it would get clogged at some point.

  • @baileyleggett9633
    @baileyleggett9633 4 месяца назад

    Could you please link the M12x1.5 barbed hose connectors?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 3 месяца назад

      I am in Europe, found them here: www.techniekwebshop.nl/koppeling-m12-lg612-din-2353-verzinkt-m-12-x-1-5-metrisch-14-mm-6-mm.html

  • @claudioual8143
    @claudioual8143 4 месяца назад

    Very nice tanks for this class,

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 3 месяца назад

      Glad you like it. Remember, I am not a professional. Only sharing how I work on my car ...

  • @Wildcat21-y8h
    @Wildcat21-y8h 4 месяца назад

    is there a part 2?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 3 месяца назад

      the video's are in sequence of how I progressed, next was fuel pressure testing and WUR repair

  • @kabumurat5443
    @kabumurat5443 5 месяцев назад

    I also want to overhaul my WUR. it is the same as theirs. Can you write me the spare part number?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 3 месяца назад

      I got it from here: www.missingparts.de/ Look for "Repair Set for all Bosch dual-membrane Warm Up Regulator × 1"

  • @djcableseattle
    @djcableseattle 5 месяцев назад

    Nice work. I envy the easily accessible adjusters that the 8 cylinder fuel distributor has. On my 4 cylinder distributor, the adjusters are on the bottom. . After a couple of times of unbolting the thing to access the adjusters I finally just started using a clamp to push in the control plunger. Then a few months later I swapped in a HFM m104, and have been happily k-jetronic free ever since.

    • @djcableseattle
      @djcableseattle 5 месяцев назад

      I meant I used the clamp while I balanced the system. It all worked out, and ran great, but I’m glad to no longer have it.

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 5 месяцев назад

      Thanks for sharing, maybe some day I need to look into the HFM m104 as well.

  • @CañonAlonso
    @CañonAlonso 6 месяцев назад

    Very hard work, I have to do the in my 300 E 24. Thanks.

  • @arhimond7
    @arhimond7 7 месяцев назад

    Does the car run well when filling at 100cc/min? Our specialists usually set it to 160-170

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 6 месяцев назад

      Yes, the car runs very well. I actually leaned it out a bit with the center screw to fine tune the mixture (using an oscilloscope) later. I hope to find some time to post more video's about that after summer.

    • @arhimond7
      @arhimond7 6 месяцев назад

      @@GandaGarage the CO screw regulates filling only at xx and minimum feeds, at higher speeds it does not affect filling

    • @dewispew
      @dewispew 5 месяцев назад

      @@arhimond7 OK makes sense, so maybe I should indeed try it at 160cc/min some day. This is my first R107, thus I cannot compare.

    • @arhimond7
      @arhimond7 5 месяцев назад

      @@dewispew there is an idea that 100cc is not the full disc deflection, but somewhere around 75%, which is achieved by their original device

  • @danielalmagro9649
    @danielalmagro9649 7 месяцев назад

    Espectacular!!! A velocidad normal estaría mejor, para mi gusto. Muchas gracias

  • @vmviitanen
    @vmviitanen 8 месяцев назад

    Awesome video! When you took out those clogged little filters, did you put them back in, or did you just leave them out.

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 7 месяцев назад

      I left them out. They were to far gone, and I didn't want to risk that pieces would go in the system.

  • @wojciechchudzinski2445
    @wojciechchudzinski2445 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for the great video. I checked my fuel installation and have the following questions: 1. How to increase the fuel pressure in the pressure regulator to 5-5.6 bar, I have 4.8 bar. (closed valve)? 2. Fuel flows through the WUR but the pressure is only 1 bar instead of 1.8-2.2 bar (valve open). WUR to be repaired?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 7 месяцев назад

      You can increase the system pressure by adding washers to the fuel pressure regulator at the back driver side of the fuel distributor. Best to check your fuel pump and lines first; I added a washer, then later changed my fuel pump, and pressure was too high after that. Your system pressure at 1 bar is too low. To me that feels like the WUR is not clogged like mine, otherwise system pressure would be too high. It springs or other components might indeed be broken, allowing to much fuel flow. Or there could also be an issue in the return line to your fuel distributor. I am not sure how to diagnose that best step by step.

  • @PierreHippolyte
    @PierreHippolyte 8 месяцев назад

    This video was one of the best I have seen yet about this subject. No dialogue is good; it is well-lit and very informative about the disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling of the parts. You're the man. Thank you 👍👍👍

  • @JimDimantT
    @JimDimantT 9 месяцев назад

    Are the parts the same for a Mercedes 500 SEL??

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 7 месяцев назад

      I have no experience with 500 SEL, thus sorry but no idea

  • @fornman
    @fornman 10 месяцев назад

    Ganda Garage, thanks so much for investing your time into these videos! I bought a family member's Euro 500sl this spring, and I'm looking forward to bringing it back to life. These videos will help!

  • @henrydavey2547
    @henrydavey2547 10 месяцев назад

    What a brilliant and very helpful video. Thank you.

  • @arhimond7
    @arhimond7 10 месяцев назад

    Hi, how much do you need to unscrew the screws to get 100 ml per minute?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage 7 месяцев назад

      It is really trial and error. And different for every unit. I went in small 1/4 and 1/8 turns to balance it out.

  • @antonmessner9040
    @antonmessner9040 11 месяцев назад

    sehr gutes VIDEO!!!! BRAVO!!!

  • @arhimond7
    @arhimond7 11 месяцев назад

    3.0 should be without vacuum, 3.8 with it.

  • @Charlie-dv7ev
    @Charlie-dv7ev Год назад

    Man, this is exactly what I need to get my customer's vehicle running proper! Thanks for vid!

  • @citroenmeet
    @citroenmeet Год назад

    Why do you need that stupid music ?

  • @excelerater
    @excelerater Год назад

    prehistoric

  • @RGTification
    @RGTification Год назад

    Hi, great video resource, i am curious about the timing and the new advance, did find out the issue..?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage Год назад

      Yes, the new green cable was the issue. Re-installed the old one and was able to time it correctly. I repaired my 'old' green cable with epoxy glue, but still need to find a permanent solution for that. For my USA 380SL, timing is straightforward; disconnect the vacuum from the advance unit and plug the hose. Set timing to TDC at idle. Then reconnect vacuum; it should advance to 15-17 degrees at idle.

  • @RGTification
    @RGTification Год назад

    Hi, did you ever made a video for timing and the advance you installed?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage Год назад

      Looks like I didn't make a video for that yet. I don't have time now, but I am planning to get back to it. For my USA 380SL, timing is straightforward; disconnect the vacuum from the advance unit and plug the hose. Set timing to TDC. Then reconnect vacuum; it should advance to 15-17 degrees at idle.

  • @ditka8165
    @ditka8165 Год назад

    I need to get to where the vacuum advance (distributor) line plugs into the throttle valve housing as it has been disconnected at the housing. Does everything in your video need to be removed to gain access? Any alternatives? Thanks

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage Год назад

      It is very difficult to get to the vacuum lines on the throttle housing without removing the air mixer, but this thread here might give you an alternative. Success: www.benzworld.org/threads/1982-380sl-vacuum-advance.3128484/post-18660968

  • @douglet2294
    @douglet2294 Год назад

    so are you saying that part number 158 A1265407045 only fits years after 83?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage Год назад

      Best is to check your connector before ordering. The documentation says A 126 540 70 45 is installed as of engine: 962 016926 ALSO INSTALLED ON 016887 963 031859

  • @krh007
    @krh007 Год назад

    Man that background music was doing my head in. Good DIY setup and i am going to follow your path on my 3 x 560 300hp Euro engines.

  • @douglet2294
    @douglet2294 Год назад

    Is there like any manuals or in depth instructions and tools needed to remove the air flow sensor I've been looking like crazy and i cant seem to find nothing anything helps i got a 500 sel

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage Год назад

      I don't know the 500sel, but these instructions for the 560sl might put you on the right path: www.tonk.ca/Index/117.5/07MechElec.htm. I did not need special tools for my 380SL

  • @that_random_dad
    @that_random_dad Год назад

    Great videos. Nicely lit, in focus, and no blah blah blah. Thanks for creating this valuable resource for the community.

  • @alaingillot4718
    @alaingillot4718 Год назад

    Go to a junk yard and buy old cis lines .

  • @excelerater
    @excelerater Год назад

    i need a new tank

  • @excelerater
    @excelerater Год назад

    the one mistake MB did....fuel should go past the filter then the pump,this set up is the opposite

  • @karansaneinia1821
    @karansaneinia1821 Год назад

    How can I get the video in slow motion 😂

    • @dewispew
      @dewispew Год назад

      Use the RUclips playback speed setting to slow down 😆

  • @asarnth
    @asarnth Год назад

    Love your videos! I have an 85 380SL for a while now and it has never been running for years. Fuel system was shot and have to replace many parts including sending out fuel manifold to CIS Flow Tech to get it rebuild. I brought the car to mechanic who specializes in SL and got it running but not to the point that I can test drive on the road, and I have to move to other state. The car started fine and idle at 700 rpm but if I rep it up, it will bog and die right away so I wait several minutes till it warmed up before step on gas, it got to 1800 RPM then bogged down. The WUR was also rebuild few times and the latest rebuild, follow your video. I disassembled WUR and changed some adjustment with tapping the bi-metal pin back up flush to the surface but no change there except making the idle worse and control and system pressure still very high. I tapped it back down from the top and still no change in fuel pressure. I have rigged the fuel pressure test kit exactly like yours and follow steps the same way. When pump is turned on, Initial Control pressure test with fuel shutoff OFF, the gage reads 7.2 bar. System pressure also reads 8.2. When engine started, the gage reads 8.2 bar. I let it run for several minutes and monitored WUR temp rise, but gage still read at 8.2. I also loosen the return line on top WUR and fuel squirt right out so no clog there. I test resistant on bi-metal on WUR and power to it and it seemed to be working fine. I thought the fuel pump is bad so bought and installed new Bosh pump and now control and system pressure is way up to around 10 bar. Any suggestion is kindly appreciated.

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage Год назад

      Sounds like your system pressure is very high. That is controlled by the system pressure regulator, at the left (driver side) back of the fuel distributor. It can be adjusted by adding or removing chimes. But as it is very high here, I would first check whether your fuel return line (from fuel distributor back to fuel tank) is not clogged.

  • @mattcass1
    @mattcass1 Год назад

    Great resource, thanks for taking the time to make the video. What an improvement and job well done! I have my 84 380sl on stands, about to tackle this same job.

  • @bikeman123
    @bikeman123 Год назад

    At 17:59 you show the plunger being held in by a bent clip. Ive seen other videos set the plunger low position. How would the plunger's lowest position be set on this distributor?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage Год назад

      The bent clip is only there to avoid the plunger to fall out. Once built-in, the plunger would rest on the lever arm of the air flow sensor, thus not on the clip. And the lever of the airflow sensor is kept in closed position by a pin in the air housing that can be tapped down to adjust.

  • @bikeman123
    @bikeman123 Год назад

    My fuel pump goes noisy and the car jerks after 15mins driving. I suspect the fuel pressure valve is not working and the high pressure strains the pump. The valve (on left at 0:47) looks like its adjustable. I cant turn the allen key. Is it adjustable?

    • @GandaGarage
      @GandaGarage Год назад

      To adjust, you would have to remove the complete system pressure regulator (the valve you saw at 0:47) and add or remove shims to change the pressure. Also, first check if the return line to your tank is not clogged.

    • @kadrikelmendi7529
      @kadrikelmendi7529 4 месяца назад

      Can I have your contact I need service two I have i am Brooklyn ny thank you 🙏

  • @bikeman123
    @bikeman123 Год назад

    What are the fittings at the distributor? Thanks