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Karsty
May 11, 2014Explorer
Making a few modifications in anticipation of my winter stay in Florida next year. Removed the optional storage cabinet behind the driver's seat and replaced it with a comfortable living room style chair.
I also found a great place to get a front end alignment rather than going to Mercedes dealer who wanted $300. A truck centre with the latest digital equipment that charged $84 including tax! :)
I have also removed the front simulators off the front wheels. They are nothing but a pain and have made it difficult to add air since day one. I have now removed a 2" valve extension and was still able to install the TPMS sensors.
I plan to remove the rear simulators as well and see if that makes getting access to the valve stems easier. One the my main concerns has been that the extended valve stems have been banging against the simulators because of centrifugal force while driving at higher speeds. I noticed a small grove starting to develop in them. Perhaps the added weight of the TPMS sensors was an issue .... But no more.
I also found a great place to get a front end alignment rather than going to Mercedes dealer who wanted $300. A truck centre with the latest digital equipment that charged $84 including tax! :)
I have also removed the front simulators off the front wheels. They are nothing but a pain and have made it difficult to add air since day one. I have now removed a 2" valve extension and was still able to install the TPMS sensors.
I plan to remove the rear simulators as well and see if that makes getting access to the valve stems easier. One the my main concerns has been that the extended valve stems have been banging against the simulators because of centrifugal force while driving at higher speeds. I noticed a small grove starting to develop in them. Perhaps the added weight of the TPMS sensors was an issue .... But no more.
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