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The Friendly Neighborhood Technician
United States
Registrace 9. 10. 2020
Welcome to the official CZcams channel of The Friendly Neighborhood Technician. The Friendly Neighborhood Technician is a Master Certified Mercedes-Benz technician. Here you will find videos about project cars, vehicle and engine maintenance, engine work and rebuilding, general shenanigans, and more.
1998 Dodge 4X4 (2nd Gen)
Coming home from work last week I passed a truck for sale. We have been talking about getting a truck for some time but don't want to spend brand-new truck money. I passed this one and the price was right for how much work it needs. Plus, it let's me make more content. I hope you enjoy. There will be a learning curve for working on something that isn't a Mercedes but I'll figure it out. If you have any constructive criticism, it would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you to my Patreon Subscribers. The support really means a lot to me.
If you are able to subscribe, it helps tremendously.
www.patreon.com/thefriendlyneighborhoodtechnician
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart to my current Patreon Subscribers:
Ashna and Keith. Both of you are real ones. Also, thank you Tommy for your support.
Please check out my merch:
friendlymbtech.etsy.com
Thank you to my Patreon Subscribers. The support really means a lot to me.
If you are able to subscribe, it helps tremendously.
www.patreon.com/thefriendlyneighborhoodtechnician
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart to my current Patreon Subscribers:
Ashna and Keith. Both of you are real ones. Also, thank you Tommy for your support.
Please check out my merch:
friendlymbtech.etsy.com
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AMG Calipers Media Blasting
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Media Blasting only portion of the brake swap video for oddly satisfying purposes. Thank you to my Patreon Subscribers. The support really means a lot to me. If you are able to subscribe, it helps tremendously. www.patreon.com/thefriendlyneighborhoodtechnician Thank you, from the bottom of my heart to my current Patreon Subscribers: Ashna and Keith. Both of you are real ones. Also, thank you To...
CLK55 AMG to W124 Brake Swap Part 1
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Part one of swapping the brakes from a W208 CLK55 to a W124 400E. I go over disassembly and cleaning in this video. Next video will be powder coating and rebuilding with all new seals and hardware. Thank you to my Patreon Subscribers. The support really means a lot to me. If you are able to subscribe, it helps tremendously. www.patreon.com/thefriendlyneighborhoodtechnician Thank you, from the b...
How to Install a Modern Fuse and Relay Panel
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How to Install a Modern Fuse and Relay Panel
Electric Radiator Fan Conversion Part 1
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Electric Radiator Fan Conversion Part 1
The Friendly Neighborhood Technician Podcast Episode 2 - Trainees
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The Friendly Neighborhood Technician Podcast Episode 2 - Trainees
The Friendly Neighborhood Technician Podcast Episode 1 - Technician to Owner
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The Friendly Neighborhood Technician Podcast Episode 1 - Technician to Owner
M276 Intake Manifold and Vacuum Pump Removal
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M276 Intake Manifold and Vacuum Pump Removal
M120 Front Cover Installation and Timing Check
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M120 Front Cover Installation and Timing Check
OM642 Intake Manifold Removal/Oil Cooler Seals
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OM642 Intake Manifold Removal/Oil Cooler Seals
W124 Turn Signal Switch, Wiper Switch, Bright Switch
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W124 Turn Signal Switch, Wiper Switch, Bright Switch
W223 S-Class How to Reset Maintenance/Service Light
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W223 S-Class How to Reset Maintenance/Service Light
Can you source a quality fan clutch for that car? Or a rebuild kit?
@joewestfall2952 the factory fan clutch is no longer available. The one I had on the car I got from a guy who knew a guy. If you can find a NOS factory one, go for that. Otherwise try FCPEURO.COM.
Hi I have a question. My piston had little scratches so I ordered one off eBay. My position is 2-3 and the one I received was 6-6 or 9-9 not sure. But when I installed with the arrow pointing towards the pulley it did not fit until I rotated the piston 180 degrees and perfect fit. Engine rotation just fine. Would this be an issue?
@frankissa8040 I apologize for the late reply. I honestly have no idea what the physical differences are when you face the piston the other direction. It's could be an expensive experiment to partake.
@@FriendlyMBTech Thanks you so much I will keep finger crossed and sent it
Thanks for the no BS to the point video!!!
@@mikealbrailsford5438 you're very welcome!
Was there a race on that shaft along with the seal or is that just for older diesels? I have 2 w140's s320 96 and s500'93..
@nikkylastephan1168 the seal for the M119 seals on the crankshaft pulley shaft.
Great video! Whats the part # for EGR?
@@jmc2204 A 001 140 76 60 is the part number for the EGR valve.
Part list from video :) 1190942682 1190942782 1190940212 1190780081 1190940312 1190943182 1190942882 1190944082 1179901578 x 3
Does notwork for my Maybach? The Workshop mode can be reached but the scroll shows HANDOVER?
@@robertlikis3386 what happens when you select the Handover option?
BTW My car is a 2023 Maybach 680S...
@@robertlikis3386 What happens if you select the handover option?
@@FriendlyMBTech It allows me to select YES or NO. I tried both and one put a warning to go to the technician?
I went back and changed it to the other YES - or NO I forget no but e]neither worked to get me to Service Confirmed?
@robertlikis3386 yeah, at this point, I'd suggest taking it in. The dealership can reset it with their diagnostic computer.
This procedure takes me to Workshop but only then after I go to Assisit, it only shows HANDOVER? Help
Any idea on changing the self-levelling motor in the headlight?
@@willbaker1472 doubt you'll find instructions or replacement parts outside of replacing the whole headlamp.
@@FriendlyMBTech Yeah I was presuming that would be the case. One headlight isn't self-levelling, but I've also got some intermittent warnings on the dash for the same headlight.
any conversions to make these a rear sump? like an om606 using a 648 oil pump/pan
I ended up having it on a fan sensor that runs it at full speed at 95-90C. It's grounded to run so slowly at startup. Now it feels like a fan clutch that as a bonus runs at full speed at low RPM's and does not slip at high speeds. Extremely useful in my crazy climate. But it's an M103. Not sure if the M119 leaves enough clearance for it to go in.
What temperature thermostat do you have in it?
@@FriendlyMBTech 71C Thinking about a 79C. The W221 fan does manage to turn off with this setup even at +42C but with the help of the aux fans at high. Couldn't bring myself to cancel the aux fans for safety measures and so it help the W221 fan to stop more often.
9:14 - no they do not all break. Ford used that same design on the 2005 to 2009 mustangs and ive never seen one that didnt work. Those mustangs get abused a lot more than the Mercedes. The wind noise in those Celicas is atrocious hence why the Germans and later Ford used a different design. God, listing to Scotty is like nails on a chalkboard.
Is this the same as the w210 e420 from 1997
@@ChrisSickich it is probably very similar.
Looks great mate.
@@BenzAddictionThank you!
Are the zip ties at the end to keep the two halves of the manifold together? On a side note, have you come across any products that help prevent carbon deposits from sticking? I saw a video of a guy who works on sprinters who claimed he had a special spray that helped prevent carbon build up. Does that sound accurate to you? czcams.com/video/MDuabu3IImE/video.html
@@unbentcrayfish I would be wary of any products saying they can prevent that. Yes, that's exactly what the zip ties are for.
Amazing work, thanks for taking the time to make these videos, I have the same car and I learned alot from you. Are you going to post the rest of the videos showing the complete reassembly of this massive machine? I went through the whole M120 project on your channel but I couldn’t find the final videos for this project.
@edlopz1722 I'm not done with the videos yet. I'm still looking for a complete car to take apart so I can have all the electronics and accessories for the engine. It would be easier and cheaper than buying each part individually.
I am thankful I came across your channel. Thank you for sharing this project with us. I have a question, at 4:05, you were talking about labeling the coils on each distributor before removing them which I didn’t do, big mistake!! would you please provide this info, I need to know where each coil plug connects on the distributor, left bank and right bank. Thanks alot…
@@edlopz1722 I will have to get that information for you. I don't have it handy at the moment. I will get it for you tomorrow. You'll have to email me, youtube doesn't allow pictures to be attached to comments.
@@FriendlyMBTech Thanks alot 🙏. email is sent.
My name is SYED. I have a1995 MB SL 320 on which I have replaced the wiring harness, EGR valve, Vacuum hose and tubes. I have small issue for which I need your help. During the replacement of vacuum lines, my connection of the black tubes from the solenoid/vapor purge valve to the Throttle body got disconnected. Can you please just send me a rough idea where to connect it on the Throttle body (upper/lower/left/right side when viewed from the driver seat). Because of the disconnection , I am getting the OBD 11 code P-0441 (Evaporative Emission System Incorrect Purge Flow). If you can add a hand sketch, that would be great. Regards, Syed
@@syedshahid492 I'm sorry for the late reply. I don't have a diagram like that. I'll have to research it to try and get you some more accurate information. Please email me.
Lol the good old 256 I've done a few random repairs to that engine. Man when it hits customer pay no ones will want these cars
Must have kids.
Somebody's wife is very passive aggressive
why do you have such big eyes? 😁
@@TheLwd11 🤷♂️
Saw it for 23 yrs. working M.B.
German cars have the dumbest problems ever. Come on man
Kids pushed it down the filler neck. Not all of them have a stopper. Also wouldn’t the gas eat it?
@@derrickbailey9821 it was in the Ad-Blue tank.
Gauge float! Stop that!
Happens all around the world !! And sometimes it stinks
Warranty
@@PKhanz 🤣🤣🤣
Hi any idea where I can find trans mount ??? Thanks
@@sergebostonchik831 I would try FCPEURO.COM
Either that’s part of the measuring system for the fuel meter or someone wanted to check how much fuel they had so they fished that down in only to find they weren’t at the lake and in fact inside their Mercedes
@@joshuap8224 😂😂😂
😂😂😂
Добрый вечер. Где можно купить такие же провода подскажите пожалуйста
These wires were aftermarket. There are multiple sources for wires for the M119. They are no longer available from the factory.
Добрый вечер. Где можно купить такие же провода подскажите пожалуйста
Добрый вечер . Где можно купить такие бронь провода именно такие
Great news !!!
Is that your 400E that you worked on! Great!👍
@iamhapidays8766 sure is. Doing a road test to Phoenix in the middle of summer to test the electric fan conversion.
Brake wear indicator is illuminated. Please check your front and rear brakes
@leonvietinghoff854 yes sir, that's why I'm doing a brake upgrade here shortly.
@@FriendlyMBTech perfect. Bc I drive a 1994 E420 you give me suggestions on brake upgrades. Do I need spacers, different calipers, rotors and pads…your thoughts? I want to keep the stock 15’ wheels
@leonvietinghoff854 I'm swapping over to CLK55 brakes which are much larger. I have 17" wheels on my car now. They definitely won't fit under 15" wheels. I think the V8 W124 brakes are already the largest available for that car. The Silver Arrow/SL600 brakes may require bigger wheels.
@@FriendlyMBTech okay. I just like neo-classic 8 hole alloy wheels. I’m all about upgrading the brakes, but not at the expense of style. I’m not a particular fan of monoblocks either. Just the 8 hole alloys
@leonvietinghoff854 everyone has monoblocks. That's why I went with the 17" W203 Sport wheels.
I did this mod years ago with my w201. A few things to consider: 1) You can remove the 2 front aux fans. I used a fan from a w203 and the amount of air that the fan moves is more than enough to cool the radiator and condenser. Plus you will increase air flow by like 90% (remove the front aux fans and front shroud which restrict flow when the car isn't moving and the fans aren't on. 2) If you don't account for engine and radiator flexing, you will definitely get some rubbing when braking and when accelerating. Especially during hard braking, the engine will move forward towards the radiator and the pulleys will grind the fan. During highway speeds, the radiator will flex back towards the engine as well.
Thank youuuuu
@@shesuminelse5226 you're very welcome.
repos for sure 🤣🤣
Cpo cert denied LMAO
@@rubenbacio3874 😂😂😂
Thanks
Great video! I have a 1992 3L M103 300E (wish I had a V8 W124). Upgraded it to a 90-150A alternator and a 100Ah battery. Planning on installing a 850W fan. What PWM device of those do you recommend? Oh yeah, we get close to 50C ambient here in good days in this part of Saudi Arabia. That's why the 850W fan. Haven't watched part two yet. Gonna when I get free. Thanks again for the video.
@@SG-cm7zq the one I'm using is the 150 amp AutoCoolGuy.com PWM controller. I suggest upgrading the alternator as well, which I plan on doing soon as well.
@@FriendlyMBTech Thanks! The fan I had my eyes on turned out to be a 600W W221 fan and just finished installing it before seeing your reply (looked for 850W and wouldn't find one). Stress tested it on the 90-150W alternator and 100ah 900a battery I upgraded to. It worked beautifully under stress with 13.5v charging at idle and 14v with little revving at 1k RPM. It worked very nicely in today's 45.5C afternoon. Do I have to use on of those controllers with an overhead amps, and compared to what, the alternator? The connections I'm using now are for test purposes. Running at 100% all the time will reduce it's life span. It's connected to a switch only.
@SG-cm7zq I'm actually thinking of switching the fan to a W221 unit. You don't HAVE to use a controller. I used one because then the fan will operate like a factory electric fan would. As temperature increases, fan speed increases. When coolant temperature are too low, the fan isn't on at all. This prevents the 0% to 100% current spikes of only using a switch and not putting undue stress on the alternator. I was sitting with the car idling the other day and noticed on my bluetooth adapter that the voltage was at 11.8v with the fan on 100%. Increasing RPM increased the voltage so I didn't get stranded. Maybe my alternator its because my alternator is on its way out? If I replace it, I'm upgrading it to a 143-150 amp unit out of a W140.
@@FriendlyMBTech Really? Had it installed by an old MB electrician and he didn't now how to do it. Any tips? I can't see a controller attached to it. Part no. is 2215000993 and it's 600W. Are you using a 115A alternator by any chance? AFAIK, these don't do well with high output mods, especially that it is 70A at the lower end (stamped 70-115A). AFAIK, both W140 and W220 alternators are direct fit for W124's. I recommend 150A but the flavor that has 90A at the lower end (90-150A). There's another that has 80A (80-150A). The 143A is 73-143A which is close to the lower end for the 115A. The lower end is what we need for these fans, I believe, if we are heavy city drivers. I'm mixing both W140 and W220 alternators, and only Bosch.
@SG-cm7zq The fan should have a module on it. It goes from 4 or 6 pin to 2 pin for the motor. I removed that module, so all I had was the two pin +/- to the fan motor itself. The AutoCoolGuy.com pwm controller I'm using, controls the ground side of the circuit. The directions included were very simple. Since my alternator is either the 70A or 100A version, and I want to install some kind of better sound system in the car, the alternator will need to get upgraded either way. What did you want tips on?
beautiful information. thank you. will do this on my C36 and 500e
@@yellowjoe.2000 you're very welcome!
Nice work! Thanks for sharing.
@@meadedillon1715 you're very welcome!
Would you happen to still have the part number of the wiring harness?
@@karhass I sure don't.
What 😅?
how did you get original mercedes parts??
I work at a dealership. Some parts are still available.
@@FriendlyMBTech Thats amazing. Can i get parts in India??
@@Pankaj-ki3zy I don't have any idea. There's no way for me to check availability in another country.
My throttle body only opens about 45 degrees..