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Clogged up gutters are a common cause of that kind of flooding. Sunroof seek leaks are not, as the sunroof track has its own drainage system, and is not designed to be 100% water tight IIRC.
Completely unnecessary for brake bleeding.
The easy method is to buy a cheap bleeder bottle and about 10 feet of vacuum hose. Connect it to a vacuum fitting in the engine bay and let the engine do the work sucking.
https://www.amazon.com/Mityvac-MVA6005-oz-Fluid-Reservoir/dp/B002YKBAXK
https://www.amazon.com/Performance-Silicone-Vacuum-Tubing-Pressure/dp/B07SHKHHJH
They are also headlights (vs fog), not sure that matters but the projected light beam pattern may be different. If that doesn't matter you could use some yellow film to cover the lens, which would give the right look, and also (theoretically) protect your lenses. I plan on doing something similar (mostly to protect the lenses).
303 Aerospace uv protectant is the best. Not a greasy dust and dirt magnet like Armor All.
Here you go... Looks reasonably priced too!
CQLJXKJ For Mercedes Benz W123 Corner Light Turn Signal Indicator Light 1976-1984 Smoked Pair L&R https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G14BZ92/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_J5HP0H51DS8P7RBCNWZ1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Awesome, thanks.
Alternatively, there's this one, but it's about a 3.5 hour drive, and that would be a lot if it turned out something was wrong.
Aaaah I wish these things were more common with a manual!
What would you say (other than rust) would be the most important things from this guide to look for? This thing isn't going to be driven but 10 miles a day for commuting to work, so I'm not terribly concerned with nitpicky things.
Buy a bolt gauge and an imperial/metric thread gauge. Then you can identify all of your hardware and order it online from commercial distributors.
No. The bladder will be depreciated of vacuum pressure if there is a leak in the line. Though, it is worth checking. Do you have a vacuum pressure gauge? 22$ from Amazon -https://www.amazon.com/AutoCraft-Automotive-Brake-Bleeding-Test/dp/B07F12J876/ref=sr\_1\_9?keywords=handheld+vacuum+pressure+tester+automotive&qid=1638828106&sr=8-9
I was thinking of doing the same thing. I’ve been comparing kits and parts, but haven’t yet committed. Here’s the controller I’ll likely end up buying plus a single 12” or 14” fan.
Flex-a-lite 31163 Variable Speed Control Module with Threaded Temperature Sensor,Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001UPYW1W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_74HXBEZSDSJKEMMG5MRK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Original Becker head unit, yes. No amp. I got these:
Pioneer TS-G1320F 5.25" 2 Way Car Speakers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07573RGZ7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_Z8PPPHX0H5AKSJ96VWNV?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I wouldn’t say they are awesome, but they are clean as long as you don’t crank them. I like to hear my music, but I don’t have it super loud. I’m happy with them for the money.
The original speakers have three screw holes. These have four. I just plunged it right into the backing material. You wouldn’t notice a hole if you replaced them.
I have used the Haynes books a lot over the years. I don't have first hand knowledge about their W123 books but their Beetle manuals are very good. Bentley also makes a lot of very good manuals but I haven't been able to find one for the W123. I have a Technibooks manual that covers the gas powered W123 cars, but overall I think the Haynes and Bentley are better. The pelicanparts website also have many good articles about the inner workings of these cars.
You need a ball joint/tie rod separator.
I bought this front end service kit, and have used it to change out suspension parts on d3 other cars since I rebuilt my 123 front end https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000TDCCHW/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Pretty sure you can rent a similar tool from any decent auto parts store.
Steam cleaning would probably be the best way. Honestly, if I had mint velour seats I’d take the car to a professional detailing shop to get them to clean the seats and the carpet with their fancy tools.
On my Toyotas I use a mini extractor vacuum with carpet shampoo and hot water. It pulled a lot of black water out of my Corolla seats after my sister in law and her dog had that car for an extended year long loan. Took 4 passes until the water was coming out of the seats clean!
My W123 is vinyl so I only use the extractor vac on the floor carpet and parcel shelf but it keeps those nice and clean.
The units are not that expensive: BISSELL 2513E Little Green Proheat Portable Deep Cleaner/Spot Cleaner with self-Cleaning HydroRinse Tool for Carpet and Upholstery https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07QCW1MZX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_3D01MYKVZ15TP8X0E75A?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Here is two, the VDO and the retrosound . The retro sound looks pretty period correct but I just like the look of the vdo more, plus it is a bit less lol.
I put BOSS 4" speakers in the front on my sedan and I am impressed with the bass they provide for how small they are. I had to cut off 2 opposing tabs with a tin-snips to make them fit under the stock grilles.
In the rear, I just have cheapo Pyle 5.25" 3-way speakers. I'm not super impressed with them, but they color-matched well with my interior. I used the included grilles.
Also buy this book before you buy a W123 ! it will help you decide. https://www.amazon.com/Mercedes-Benz-W123-Complete-James-Taylor/dp/1785006053
I bought a variety pack of rubber grommets from amazon. most of them are useless, but I've found more than a few that worked for each particular situation. not perfect, but working.