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#91

Mechanicals / Re: Cruise Control

Last post by floyd111 - 02 May 2026, 03:00 AM

With a VDO system, you'd be looking at these parts..

NOS 0015450732 CC actuator 350usd
NOS 1165454040 CC actuator bracket, 50usd
NOS 1163002430 CC cable 140cm 50usd
NOS 0065453224 CC stalk 150usd.. But you can get aftermarket for 60usd
NOS 0015452032 Cruise control tempomat control unit 350
NOS 0045426517 Cruise Control speedometer sender unit 60usd

#92

Mechanicals / Re: Cruise Control

Last post by daantjie - 01 May 2026, 04:01 PM

Looks like VDO unit.

#93

Mechanicals / Re: Cruise Control

Last post by john erbe - 01 May 2026, 11:29 AM

Here it is...

#94

Interiors & Exteriors / Re: Door Thunk

Last post by ptashek - 01 May 2026, 09:06 AM

I think I've shared this video of mine on the forum before, but here's what it sounds when the hinges are well greased, striker adjusted, with seals in good order:

#95

Shop / Want to buy: control rod betwe...

Last post by thegreg92 - 30 April 2026, 05:44 PM

Hi, I'm looking for the control rod between the throttle linkage and transmission. Must be for engine M110. The local plating shop lost mine. Part number is 1100701275. Please let me know if you have one, thank you!

#96

Interiors & Exteriors / Re: Door Thunk

Last post by BCK1963 - 30 April 2026, 03:50 AM

Hello,

I guess that the sound primarily depends upon the correct adjustment of the aluminum pieces on the body which hold the stems in the door lock, and the quality of the door seals. Provided the basic door adjustment is ok.
Finding the right adjustment of the alu holders is tricky.

    Regards     Bernd

#97

Mechanicals / Re: Cruise Control

Last post by floyd111 - 29 April 2026, 10:57 PM

Maybe post some pics?

#98

Test Drive / Re: Rites of Spring

Last post by PradoTDI - 29 April 2026, 11:53 AM

Nice! I did the same last weekend, pulled it out of its winter slumber, repaired a few things and then drove it almost 400 miles. Unfortunately mine has quite a bit on the to-do list.

#99

Test Drive / Re: Rites of Spring

Last post by raueda1 - 29 April 2026, 08:43 AM

Yes!  And for the first time ever, there are no niggling projects to distract me except for replacing a few chrome pieces.  And they aren't even bad to begin with, but will now be perfect thanks to Stan's astounding parts sale.      

#100

Interiors & Exteriors / Re: Door Thunk

Last post by raueda1 - 29 April 2026, 08:32 AM

The W116 does NOT lack the bank-door thunk you're talking about.  Something on that car was wrong.  There are several possible adjustments and, as with all things w116-related, they all need to be right.  Do search here, this has been discussed.  Cheers,