Distributor Cap Wanted

[BAR]

After parking my car on a friends lawn after a long drive in the wet, I found that it didn't want to start the next morning.

Opening the bonnet revealed that she had 'sucked up' a huge amount of moisture from the wet grass (after all it's been raining on and off in Sydney for nearly 3 weeks) and there were droplets of water everywhere.

I got out the trust WD-40 and started the process of applying it on all electrical contacts.

Still she didn't want to start, so I removed the dizzy cap. Well it was wet inside and got a spray of WD-40. Back on she went and zooom it burst into life.

What I have observed is that the dizzy cap is cracked, so I am in need of a replacement.

Anyone who has a 450 SE cap for sale please send me a pm or call me on 0457 39 64 65.

Thanks

Brian

[SELfor50]

Originally Posted by BAR

After parking my car on a friends lawn after a long drive in the wet, I found that it didn't want to start the next morning.

Opening the bonnet revealed that she had 'sucked up' a huge amount of moisture from the wet grass (after all it's been raining on and off in Sydney for nearly 3 weeks) and there were droplets of water everywhere.

I got out the trust WD-40 and started the process of applying it on all electrical contacts.

Still she didn't want to start, so I removed the dizzy cap. Well it was wet inside and got a spray of WD-40. Back on she went and zooom it burst into life.

What I have observed is that the dizzy cap is cracked, so I am in need of a replacement.

Anyone who has a 450 SE cap for sale please send me a pm or call me on 0457 39 64 65.

Thanks

Brian

Hey Brian,
I sold mine only a couple weeks back.

However, brand new from MB Spares they are very cost effective, and also for piece of mind of a new one - it's worth it.

Cheers,
Cam.

[Lukas]

Originally Posted by SELfor50

Hey Brian,
I sold mine only a couple weeks back.

You still have mine, right?

[Michel]

I guess you still haven't been able to sell it?

[BAR]

Hi Michel

Still have it in my garage. Hope all is well with you and your fleet!

[Des]

Why not somewhere like supercheap?

surely?

Last time I had a Mercedes and needed a dist cap, it was a few years ago granted but $25 for a Champion or something like $60 for a Bosch.


they are just a throw away item, bit like putting used spark plugs in a car or wiper blades



Kind Regards
Des

[TJ 450]

If you just want one that works, I'd go to the wreckers and grab one. Early W126 V8s use exactly the same part.

Indeed, for a long-term solution, new is the only way to go.

Tim

[SELfor50]

Originally Posted by Lukas

You still have mine, right?

Yep, still got yours mate. Thanks for reminding me. Will get your parts together and head over your way later in the week.

[BAR]

Does anyone have one for sale?

[Styria]

Originally Posted by BAR

Does anyone have one for sale?

Apologies for delay - will ring you tomorrow. Regards Styria

[BAR]

I called Bosch Australia and they have NIL stock.

Any ideas where one could be found?

[BAR]

Can anyone tell me the difference between these two parts: or can either one be used on a 1976 450SE?



App: Direct OE replacement 1976 Mercedes Benz 450SE
Brand: Bosch Distributor Cap
Part#: W0133-1616993
Description: Eng: -056536, Bosch 0.290.004.500 Threaded stud terminal : with black cover.
Fits: Direct OE replacement
Type: Black



App: Direct OE replacement 1976 Mercedes Benz 450SE
Brand: Bosch Distributor Cap
Part#: W0133-1619522
Description: Eng: 056537-, Bosch 0.290.004.505 Threaded stud terminal : with black cover.
Fits: Direct OE replacement
Type: Black

[Des]

Originally Posted by BAR

I called Bosch Australia and they have NIL stock.

Any ideas where one could be found?

MB Spares?....supercheaper? repco? autobahn?

[Styria]

Hi Bar, I am pretty certain I have located a unit - but it is just plain bakelite without the black plastic cover. The price $25.00 plus postage to Central Coast. Please give me a buzz when convenient. Regards Styria

[BAR]

Styria

Sent you a PM regarding postal details.

You can reach me on 0457 396465 any time.

regards
Brian