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    W116 6.9 Suspension Lines

    Many thanks Mark, really appreciate the update. starman
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    W116 6.9 Suspension Lines

    Styria Many thanks for the advice, no I haven't tested them, I've had the 6.9 for approx 8 years now and the ride is getting worse. Just looking at them one gets the feeling that they have been on the vehicle for sometime. All other suspension components are OK. I'll keep all updated with my...
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    W116 6.9 Suspension Lines

    Hi All, hope everyone is going well, I’ve finally got the gearbox issue all fixed, Did take sometime due to other issues that were occurring.i thought I’d add to the suspension subject. im needing some advice on replacing the 5 suspension spheres, best company to deal with and the best brand...
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    Transmission - Valve Body

    Thanks for the replies, I’ve been overseas and only just returned. At this stage, a full inspection of the gearbox by a well known local auto gearbox company, went over all vacuum lines, vacuum valve and all these items are ok, he removed the bottom off the gear box and then took out the valve...
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    Transmission - Valve Body

    I was reading a few threads done a few years ago on 450 SEL 6.9 transmission valve bodies, and the question back then was does a standard 450 sel valve body work on a 6.9? As last reported, I have transmission issues & my mechanic and I are going through the process of elimination. If anyone in...
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    I was reading a few threads done a few years ago on 450 SEL 6.9 transmission valve bodies, and...

    I was reading a few threads done a few years ago on 450 SEL 6.9 transmission valve bodies, and the question back then was does a standard 450 sel valve body work on a 6.9? As last reported, I have transmission issues & my mechanic and I are going through the process of elimination. If anyone in...
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    Mercedes 6.9 Transmission Modulator Valve

    I should have said Many thanks Sean my apology
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    Mercedes 6.9 Transmission Modulator Valve

    Many thanks Patrick for the reply, apology for the delay in my response I've been away. transmission sticks in first gear, gets into second then drops back to first driving slowly, will get into third and every now and then drops back. I have the vehicle booked into a local auto transmission...
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    Mercedes 6.9 Transmission Modulator Valve

    Many thanks Patrick
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    Mercedes 6.9 Transmission Modulator Valve

    Evening All, I'm having transmission issues etc, and our local Gearbox Mechanic outlined to me that the diaphragm could be split, it's not holding any vacuum. Questions 1 - Any idea where one could purchase one from? 2 - Also, would anyone have the original part No Thanks Starman
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