Early 3.5 and 4.5 V8 Valve Adjustment Problems and Solutions

The procedure does not sound too difficult when you read the manual, but wait till you try it on a 50-year-old engine that has not been adjusted in years! Let me warn you what you may be up against here is one solution: (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) mercedessource.com/store/earl...

[@briankoundry3401]

Nice to see a new video 👍🏻 one hasn’t popped up in a bit

[@marcpollard8792]

Excellent video thanks Kent, I have a 3.5 M116 and always send this job off to others as I never had that tool! Cheers!!

[@coldhillgarage]

Good work Kent! 👍

[@scherritknoesen148]

Always good to see your stuff.

[@Mercedessource]

More to come!

[@mchammerberg]

Good job Ken!!

[@ianpaularano6926]

thanks so much, i have both the m116 and m117 in my garage for my w126 380sec and w116 450 sel. been your subscriber for more than 5yrs and im still waiting for the time your overseas shipments of will become a reality. im eager to get my hands on your kits once they become available here in asia. its truly difficult to find quality mercedes parts here in the Philippines. more power and long life for you🤗

[@Mercedessource]

We are currently shipping internationally on a case by case basis. You are welcome to email us at [e-mail] with a list of the items you would like to purchase and we will reply with availability and a shipping quote. Thanks!

[@ianarana7440]

@@Mercedessource That's good news!!! you will definitely hear from me soon. This is exciting!!!Thank you so much Ken!!😎👏

[@keithbrumagin8293]

Nice thanks always enjoy your videos Kent…

[@Mercedessource]

Thanks much!

[@Wuffenberg]

One more hint: de-grease the adjuster before you work it with the wrench. It will prevent slipping off.

[@hekterr6677]

I would like to know if the clearance tightens or loosens as miles accrue between adjustments? Valve and seat wear would tighten (valve stem would rise) and follower/camlobe wear would loosen..(increasing clearance) thanks

[@doletoentertainment8742]

How many FT LBs do you tighten the Ball Stud on a 450SL 1978?

[@motorosso3349]

I bought the tool!

[@timedwards1689]

I have a 2006 cls 500 m113 and w219 chassis. Im having an issue where it is long crank and no start, I turn off and back on and it starts the 2nd time it does it at random... so its so intermitent... I have no codes, I was wondering with your knowledge if you can teach me something. Ive done the cam and crank sensor..

[@Mercedessource]

It could be in your electronic ignition switch. You may need Star diagnostics to find the problem either at a dealer or independent who has the software.

[@lucasrobison99]

I have a 1976 450sel. Do you know if I have hydraulic lifters or adjustable?

[@Mercedessource]

Most likely hydraulic if it is the original engine and it has K-Jetronic fuel injection (CIS).