Diesel RVs: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Uro Parts Blower Motor & Combo Switch for W123

Jim,

I have a steering wheel puller, that cost less that $20 NEW. Probably find them anywhere at yard sales for a dollar or two.

BUT, the wheel puller is necessary for my 1980 Caddy (hearse) and 1979 Dodge CrewCab. But NOT for the 300SD. The steering wheel is held on tightly by the nut, but came off easily once the nut was removed.

AGAIN, this is the kind of thing one learns by spending time in P-a-P yards. You end up making your mistakes on junkers, instead of on your own car.

Tom

In a message dated 4/12/2013 3:25:32 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, jim@tazwade.com writes:

Thanks, Tom. Do I have to have a fancy steering wheel puller? Our can I use a generic gear puller or a universal steering wheel puller? I have a gear puller, hopefully I can use that.

Jim

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, audiolaw@... wrote:
>
> Jim,
>
> I don't know anything about the quality of Uro Parts.
>
> BUT, Nate and I swapped out the turnsignal/wiper switch in my 300SD
> (126). It was dead simple, once we understood it.
>
> Pull the steering wheel (one nut);
>
> Pull the switch out (2 screws and two plugs at the end of wires that
> go through the column jacket and under the kick panel above the pedals);
> The wires run through the top jacket of the column, which only extends down
> to the dash, and then ends;
>
> Put the new switch in, connect the plugs, put in the two screws;
>
> Reinstall the steering wheel;
>
> Take the wheel off again, adjust it so that it is lined up properly,
> then reinstall it.
>
> We find PLENTY of 126s in P-a-P yards, with NEVER any missing turn
> signal switch. So get one there, instead of paying $50. The time spent in
> the yard will also give you a good lesson in how the switch comes out without
> causing damage.
>
> Tom
>
>
>
> In a message dated 4/11/2013 4:57:59 P.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
> jim@... writes:
>
>
>
>
> Anyone tried the Uro Parts Blower Motor for the W123? Remember for a while
> those motors became impossible to get and suddenly went over $500 new? Now
> I see they are back as Uro Parts new around $90 at the usual places,
> autohausaz.com, rmeuropean.com, ebay.com, etc. I just ordered one for my 84
> 300D...hope they draw less amperage than the original. Will let you know how it
> works out if anyone is interested. Also ordered a new combo switch (turn
> signal/wiper/etc) same brand Uro Parts $50. My original switch is worn out. I
> hope that is not a hard job to swap out. Anyone done this job? Advice
> appreciated.
>
> Jim
>