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04-21-2011
Modern Tech
Ken Adams
The ABCs of Active Body Suspension
Active suspension systems are becoming more popular these days, so it seems appropriate to review the technology-rich Active Body Control systems (ABC) and Airmatic.
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04-20-2011
Old School
Pierre Hedary
Transistorized Ignition Systems
Between Points and Computers
From 1969, Mercedes-Benz decided that normal points, condenser, and coil were simply not enough. For its prestigious 6- and 8-cylinder engines, a more advanced, powerful ignition system was needed.
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02-26-2011
Murphy’s Law
by George Murphy
Vacuum Filters Revisited
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02-24-2011
Keeping Your Cool Under the Hood
Comprehensive periodic maintenance is the key
Old-Time Technical
by Pierre Hedary
The cooling system is one of the major systems that must be kept in good operating order if your Mercedes-Benz automobile is to be reliable for a long period of time.
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01-04-2011
None of us wants to end up in the poorhouse to keep a beloved Mercedes-Benz in top running condition, right? In addition to regular maintenance service, other items deserve attention and inspection. Some could even save you serious cash and aggravation. Let’s review a few.
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01-03-2011
This example is the electronic fuel injection (EFI) system in place on the engine of a 1973 450SL. It looks complicated, but makes more sense when you review at the components one by one.
Bob thinks his 1969 and 1972 Mercedes-Benz cars perform well because they have Bosch D-Jetronic fuel injection. John blames the problems with his 1973 on that same system and wishes he’d never bought the car. Why the difference?
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12-30-2010
As this old ad indicates, effortless steering without wandering over the road is a combination all drivers appreciate.
However, after 50-plus years of lack of attention, internal bearings and bushings wear, seals leak, and water can enter the steering box, creating rust on major components. When restoring your classic, the steering box is a critical component and careful evaluation is required to determine if it is a candidate for rebuilding.
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11-02-2010
Winter’s Coming Is your car ready?
by Gary Anderson
With winter on the way, in the colder climes you need to prepare your car for safety.
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11-02-2010
Murphy’s Law by George Murphy
Ask George: Reviving a Barn Find
A number of members have contacted me about getting an older Mercedes-Benz going again after years of neglected storage. I just wish they had called before attempting to start the car, not after!
Because there are several issues that must be taken care of to assure that the car can even be started, much less driven safely, I will tackle them in order in a series of...
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11-02-2010
Getting Technical by Ken Adams
Helping Your Technician Fix it right the first time
The goal articulated in the Mercedes-Benz service slogan “Fix it right the first time” is more than just an MBUSA business initiative to increase customer satisfaction and reduce costs.
