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#91
Mechanicals / Re: W116 6.9 and W126 HPF accu...
Last post by MM_Starter - 16 September 2023, 11:15 PMQuote from: andrewk on 11 September 2023, 02:38 AMHello all,
I have some good news to share. The hydraulic pressure accumulators which suit the W116 and W126 HPF system - and have been unavailable for some time as genuine parts, are now available for purchase again.
Part numbers for these units:
A1263200715 (front and system)
A1263201315 (rear)
I visited Classic Center in California last Friday and they advised that new stock is available and can be ordered. Previously, the stock was held for internal use only due to lack of new production and stock in Germany.
I purchased a full set for my 6.9 which is a big relief, given that the Febi parts are not available here in Australia any more - and I bought and used the last two Febi rear accumulators available here (with 2019 date code).
The accumulators are IATA regulated for air cargo due to their Nitrogen pressurisation and are classified as dangerous goods (UN 3164). So, this presents a problem if you need air freight - but European and North American customers will not have an issue with ground freight.
It is probably worthwhile to have a spare of each type if you have a 6.9, and a full set if you could justify the cost. I am relatively new to 6.9 ownership but this definitely seems like a sticking point if the parts become unavailable again.
If you are in Australia, I am working on a solution for the importation of the accumulators are a fair and reasonable price - approximately 40% less than the MB dealer price. If you are interested, please send me a PM so I can figure out if it is a worthwhile endeavour. I run a chemical manufacturing and distribution company so dangerous goods freight is something we are able to arrange though it is definitely more complicated than just sticking things in a box and leaving it with an air courier.
As my accumulator set is still in the USA (and I flew home this morning), I was not able to ascertain the manufacturer of the spheres. They do seem slightly different to the Febi parts in terms of the writing, welding. That may well be speculation but i'll post detailed pictures once my set arrives via UPS in the next few days.
Best,
Andrew
So its possible to order it from the offical website right?
#92
Test Drive / Re: Allow myself to introduce....
Last post by UTn_boy - 16 September 2023, 09:38 PMI love seeing these cars in unusual paint colors. Congratulations on the purchase!
#93
Shop / Re: 6.9 At San Jose, CA Pic n...
Last post by rumb - 16 September 2023, 05:19 PMUpper strut mounts are nla.
If i were there i would get the ac high pressure hose, the 2 red drain tubes on firewall and the elect connectors for headlights.and any original hose clsmps
If i were there i would get the ac high pressure hose, the 2 red drain tubes on firewall and the elect connectors for headlights.and any original hose clsmps
#94
Interiors & Exteriors / Re: Color of tail light blinke...
Last post by Jan S - 16 September 2023, 03:36 PMQuote from: rumb on 16 September 2023, 02:57 PMPhoto of the style you are looking for? I have several used and new lens avail.
Fantastic! I will check tomorrow and send a photo.
Thanks
#95
Interiors & Exteriors / Re: Color of tail light blinke...
Last post by Jan S - 16 September 2023, 03:35 PMQuote from: daantjie on 16 September 2023, 02:09 PMI have US spec and mine are orange.
Interesting ... I thought they were red.
#96
Interiors & Exteriors / Re: Color of tail light blinke...
Last post by adamb - 16 September 2023, 03:28 PMYou can certainly find a few on eBay both in the UK and in the EU.
#97
Shop / Re: 6.9 At San Jose, CA Pic n...
Last post by daantjie - 16 September 2023, 03:01 PMOof yup the vultures wasted no time. Maybe if the ACC servo is not too crispy might be worth grabbing as a spare.
Also drag link if not bent and worn. They are NLA for quite some time now.
Engine mounts too if they appear to have been swapped out and not crispy. Easy to grab now that motor is out.
Also drag link if not bent and worn. They are NLA for quite some time now.
Engine mounts too if they appear to have been swapped out and not crispy. Easy to grab now that motor is out.
#98
Interiors & Exteriors / Re: Color of tail light blinke...
Last post by rumb - 16 September 2023, 02:57 PMPhoto of the style you are looking for? I have several used and new lens avail.
#99
Shop / 6.9 At San Jose, CA Pic n Pul...
Last post by john erbe - 16 September 2023, 02:23 PMDon't waste your time as I just did. Battering ram was the tip-off.Totally picked over except door panels and rear tail lights and some body parts.
#100
Shop / 6.9 Registry Update
Last post by john erbe - 16 September 2023, 02:18 PMDont recall memeber's name but he was keeping a registry of 6.9s. Sadly I must report the demise of 116 036 12 00 5525. Born 1/79. Died 2023 San Jose, California. Kindly donated many body organs.