So it appears the TRP is dead, or at very best, on life support. It would be nice to see it thrive as there are still many (I think) who like/want/need to do their own 'heavy' repairs - those requiring specialized tooling.


In the midst of my rear suspension tune up and I could sure use the wheel carrier bushing R&R tool as well as a spring compressor. If anyone has one or both of these and is interested in renting it out, please reply


Dale

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This should get the bushings replaced -

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/301701-home-made-$15-w124-lca-bushing-tool.html

There are Klann clone spring compressors for $100. Return shipping a kit is almost that.

If you’re only doing the carrier bushings, you don’t need a spring compressor. I would think you don’t need a spring compressor at all for the rear of a wagon with SLS.

Sixto
98 E320s sedan and wagon
02 C320 wagon

I need to ADD a pic of my 260E to my signature!

This project is not on the wagon. And you (sixto) are correct, I do not need the spring compressor for the work in doing at the moment but I'm thinking of future stuff

Dale

EDIT: BTW, I went out today and bought all the parts and pieces for that homemade puller/pusher for the bushings. I set it up and have tried several different attempts at it with no luck. The 3/4" coupler didn't want to sit square on it so I think what's happening is that it is trying to move the nursing from an angled approach, and that's just not moving it! It's been soaked with tranny fluid/acetone combo so I'm hoping maybe next attempt will be successful...

Dale

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I stopped loaning tools when people were not interested in putting up a deposit for replacement cost of the item.

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I made the same $15 tool and had the same trouble getting everything to stay square for the pull. Getting it started is the hardest part. Keep trying and you'll eventually get it.

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Thanks for the encouragement! I'll give it another try maybe later today but it's just soaking away with penetrating oil.


Did you use this tool to install as well?


Dale

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Understand. That would be frustrating.


Dale

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Case in point: Rent gp reamer and swivel socket om606

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1973 220D, The Prodigal Benz
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