I Fixed Everything Wrong On My Cheap Mercedes ML350!

This video was a LOT of work. As they say, there's nothing more expensive than a cheap Mercedes and it's TRUE! In this video, I'll show you how to remove Mercedes W163 rear bumper, remove rear tailgate trim, how to replace Mercedes tie rods, how to replace Mercedes hood struts, how to replace Mercedes tailgate struts, how to plastic weld bumpers, how to replace secondary water pump, and more!

Was it worth all the work? Be sure to leave a comment and let me know!

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[carguy]

Yes, the patchwork gate panel looks 200% better than it did originally. Towards the end, Benzo wanted up there with you because Lola was up there.

[stevenhovinga]

Hi Mike, The repairs do look 100% better it doesn't draw your eyes to the damage. One helpful tip... To make your lift struts last much longer. You need to mount them so the rod end is pointed down in the resting position. How this extends the life of the strut is by keeping the oil inside the lift cylinder in contact with the oil seal that is around the shaft that goes in and out. Keeping that seal well lubricated can make a gas strut last around 7 years longer. I used to be product support for a large marine parts supplier and gas struts was one of the many products we offered. So you may want to take the ones you put on the rear hatch and flip them end for end. Best regards ✌

[nathankim]

WOW, the ML 350 looks *GREAT!* The 1998-2005 ML series was the best. My sister drives a 2003 ML 350 daily, and it's not difficult to work on (for a Mercedes lol)

[arnietwo]

Well done on a "working" video instead of aimless wandering around copart. As u know, working on older cars brings issues, such as the tie rods ! Nobody said it was easy, that's why people take their car to a garage.
I recently did that test on my 2008 CLK and there was 2 or 3 mm play, but no issues with any control arm or ball joint. Finally saw that it's play in the steering rack 😮 so will trying to fix that soon.😊

[jonc]

try putting vice grips on the broken struts to hold them open while you replace them, to save hurting your head :)

[maverickflint]

She looks so much better in the back with new bumper. 👍 And the new hood struts will make things better.😊

[ANIMAL]

All the little stuff adds up . The rear hatch looks great ! A few small dents don’t matter, it a buyer says anything.. it shows it wasn’t damaged badly. Can possibly use a puller that you glue on the pulling piece and massage the dents out.. but to be honest it’s not worth the time.. people usually don’t care.

[maverickflint]

Lola is so funny running around the yard.😂

[Frank-in-NY]

Terrific job, car looks great. You actually fix! I've seen other people that just talk the talk, and never fix anything. Outstanding!

[maverickflint]

The ML350 is starting to look like brand new again.😊

[maverickflint]

The new left front tie rod looks gorgeous and when you get the right one done it will be gorgeous too and she will drive a whole lot better now and no more vibrations.😍

[a-dub]

Great video. I know how hard it is working on a car when you live in the plains. I live in Colorado (used to live in Nebraska). Everything is weather dependent. I have two cars in a storage unit (a '70 Mercedes 280S and a '58 Cadillac series 62). Even with a heater going, it still gets darn cold and takes forever to get anything done! Keep doing what you do with the walk arounds, bike reviews, and working when you can. Spring will be here soon. Thanks for the great videos!

[romeoalphafoxtrot]

Great work Mike! It's looking way better than before!
Those new tie rod ends should really improve the driving experience! Well done Man!
I think Lola and Benzo approve too!

[SirNecro]

Jack stands please Mike. The jack can fail without notice, Jack stands won't

[luist.]

Wow finally! What happened we had to wait so long for fixing vids

[maverickflint]

Glad the struts are replaced on rear hatch will be much easier for you to open and close it. 👍

[jimpetersen]

Mike you’re my hero, you work so hard to get your cars fixed and still have a lot of patience…

[davidkinson]

That ML is coming along a treat. Nice save.

[maverickflint]

She is so happy with all those new parts.😊

[ewanstewart]

Have you ever used the glue on attachments for doing bodywork Mike 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍🏻