[W126 Coupe] smoking

[Ruud Schuijt]

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> I had exactly the same with my 1990. Especially when the engine was hot and I

> had to stop for f.e. A traffic light, I got a lot of smoke accelarating.

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> It turned out that the (rubber) valve guide seals needed replacement.

> Any serious mechanic should be able to do it and it is not too expensive.

> My 1990 never smoked again, doesn¹t burn any oil either.

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> Kind regards,

> Ruud

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> Hi,

>   I recently purchased a 1991 560sec with 130K miles paid $3K and got

> four additional new tires on some fancy rims. It started right away and

> and I test drove it and also followed behind while the seller drove it.

> I did not see any smoke.

>   However in the mornings if I warm it up for about ten minutes it

> smokes quite a bit and also during stop and go driving.

>    My mechanic has since  tuned it up and it has passed MD inspection,

> but the smoking persists.He  says he does not have the right tools nor

> much  experience with mb to do a thorough job.

>   I am looking for a specialist in my neck of the woods, VA, MD or DC.

> I will be greatful for any suggestions or  references. This car really

> holds my fancy.

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>   Kind Regards,

>   Baldwin

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