1983 Mercedes Benz W123 280CE Restoration | Part 3 | Removing The Engine & Differential

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In this episode of Restore It, James and I carry on removing parts from the W123 to get it ready for the bodywork and repaint. We finish removing the chrome trim, get the engine and gearbox out as well as the differential and output shafts.
Nearly all of the parts that need to come off are off so the bodywork episodes will start coming shortly.
I'm sure some of you are thinking I'm taking on too much at once. But don't worry, I'm in the process of finding help in the workshop. So if you are interested in working at Restore It, please email me at [e-mail], thanks!
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Quartz Lacquer - goo.gl/8PTVKM
Base Coat Paint - goo.gl/mWhufG
Rust Remover - goo.gl/13gopW
Rohr 250 Welder - bit.ly/33mkOGP
U-Pol Weld Through Primer #2 - bit.ly/2qL38ak
Fast Mover 1kW Infrared Paint Dryer, Stand, Timer - bit.ly/2WYR9jJ
Workbenches - arborgardensolutions.co.uk
Moldex Full Face Mask - goo.gl/NNYGrv
FGL 5 Spray gun - goo.gl/Acg5rd
A.N.I. R150-T Mini Spray gun - goo.gl/cHTJS2
Colad Washable Overalls - goo.gl/3Css9E
Colad Mixing Cups - goo.gl/8DYmE8
Colad TurboMix Sticks - goo.gl/cYZfks
Colad Synthetic Paint Strainers - goo.gl/H79ZgL
Steel wire bits - geni.us/keyaD
Blasting Cabinet - bit.ly/2GxvKJ7
Blasting pot - bit.ly/32TMnrU
Cordless Ratchet - bit.ly/30YNlkG
Parts Washer - bit.ly/2K5G9wA
Rotary Tool - geni.us/HGed
Concentrate Degreaser - geni.us/yUn9
Mannesmann Socket Set - geni.us/HCDZ
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[@nickyroche2486]

I think i prefer it with the voice over during the work

[@RestoreIt]

When I have more help I will go back to them I think.

[@GetALittleJacko]

Is it weird I've watched so many Restore It episodes I can literally read the subtitles but in my head it's in his voice?

[@vijayantgovender2045]

I really enjoyed your voice of you doing the subtitles please in the future do the voice I am from South Africa thank you

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks. When I have more help I will go back to them I think.

[@xile321]

I was going to say the same thing. Your commentary is an interesting component of your videos. I enjoy it more than silence and subtitles.

[@davebuts1921]

Great to see that old girl getting to work she deserves, nice one mate.

[@DoughnutsInspace]

Love the old style of Mercedes and this one will be beautiful when restored to it's former glory.

[@GalvanizedGreatness]

I’ve seen your channel since it’s first video so the format change is a throwback

[@jozefkovac6858]

Some kind of music, voice or.. sound is missing.

[@GalvanizedGreatness]

@@jozefkovac6858 nope this is the original video format he’s going back to

[@shrikelet]

While I do enjoy hearing your commentary over the video, it is nice to get an old style video like this sometimes!

[@Thiago5993]

You guys will have a lot of work with this baby!! Can’t wait to see what’s next! Cheers from São Paulo, Brazil!!

[@mceajc]

I find this soothing. Something old getting a new lease of life, with care and attention. Fascinating to see all the weird bodges you've uncovered.

[@larrysorenson4789]

This model has always been a favorite of mine due to its coupe configuration. It is a clean design without unnecessary adornment. A great choice for a full restoration and possibly a few upgrades like an high quality leather custom interior and serious engine tweaking.

[@sennescheerens1033]

Personally I don't mind not having the voice over just seeing you guys work is really soothing! another great video

[@coolissimo69]

A new video and it is not Saturday, great can't wait to watch it all.

[@RestoreIt]

Cheers dude!

[@markopolo9559]

It must be so amazing for the owner to watch his/her car being restored like this, Like everyone I prefer the voice over or some music maybe?

[@markodjordjevic7872]

Takes a long time for a 13 min video....wish could be quicker...never the less, love it

[@markharris7662]

Looking forward to the cleaning and repairing all those parts. Another great video.

[@RestoreIt]

Cheers Mark!

[@andrewedwards6548]

Never got the notification :( sad not to hear your voice. But still quality content :)

[@RestoreIt]

This does worry me Andrew.. Glad you found it. I think I'll go back to the voice over's once I've got more help in the workshop and on the editing side as well.

[@philen]

Really nice!! Remember to allign the drive shaft correctly, it has marks where it splits so that it keeps it ballance, if missed (like i did) it will vibrate.

[@Egon1982]

Just by watching this I miss my old W126... 🥺🥺🥺

[@willemp6432]

That is one of the best engines ever....

[@easyman6086]

I like your choice of no music and text - very well done.

[@gregsappington9991]

I use to work at a MB dealership. Some of the best cars made!!!!

[@skodakatie7341]

Wow this is one massive undertaking!!.

[@Lordosvk]

Very nice work guys. Your friend helping a lot. This mercedes is amazing car it deserve full restoration nice. Again.

[@angus3963]

@12:15 That moment you free a bolt you've been fighting for an hour....so much satisfaction and frustration in one moment. I feel your pain brother... hahaha

[@muffmuncher99]

Well done getting there👍 u need to treat yourself to a milwaukee 3/8 electric impact spot on for a job like this

[@Filippulya]

That's ok. Can't say for everyone, but I understand the whole heaviness of the work

[@17thefuzz]

These old Mercs were made with such care.

[@manoelguilherme265]

Oh Glory. My favorit and therapeutic video. Hi from Brasil.

[@sonyhk3824]

Beautiful work 👍. I wish I could send you my 1990 {300SE} Mercedes to restore it. Cheers

[@matthewstrickland1773]

I love the voice overs.

[@TheMrKuchenmann]

The key to W123 Diff removal: take the whole rear subframe out.

[@RoderickSpoke]

Jack up the rear for better angle - great 👍 tip used it myself a few times.

[@electronic7979]

Good job

[@horstszibulski19]

Surprisingly small diff for a car with that power.. Great job so far, way to go, I bet... :-D

[@AutoMotivate]

I think we have all been spoiled with the voice overs. However, I know they aren't everyone's cup of tea. You should definitely see how the view retention rate changed. I am very curious myself. Have you noticed longer retention rates with or without voiceovers?

[@Mihail.Ivanov.163]

*Всем владельцам MERCEDES здравия и благополучия ! Были W201, W140, третий год на W124, 1985г.(2.0, ручка, pierburg, самоблок). Я заглянул в Вечность !*

[@stevejanka361]

Good afternoon, I do like your tire auto stands. How did you make them, reinforcement etc. Enjoy your videos, lots of clever ideas and education. Thanks and take care. Good luck.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Steve! I actually found those outside my unit. I'm not sure how they're done but its just two tyres stuck together with a bit of wood on top. Cheers!

[@Pedro5antos_]

Thanks for the content, mate!

[@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn]

Awesome job very professional

[@user-ly1yv4qs6q]

Красавчик отличная работа смотрю и восхищаюсь проделанной работой

[@projectcarsgarage9604]

cant wait for next part

[@enso3140]

even if you videos were shop audio only i would keep watching because of the amazing work you do keep up with it

[@pascaljeske7307]

Very nice Job wait on the next Part ❤️

[@RestoreIt]

Cheers dude!!

[@formanwillis4330]

Been a fan for a very long time now, your attention to detail is amazing and a great many steps ahead of others. The BMW air conditioning restoration was amazing quality work. Congratulations on your new workshop. Would love you to renovate your shop to a higher standard, guess it all takes time on a budget. Check out gas monkey rehab videos on renovations to auto shops. expecting great things from you in the future. Film everything you do, it's all part of your journey. You have a very wise head on those young shoulders. Maybe check out wheeler dealers. Both very successful shows $$$. My 2 cents..

[@Wolfiejohn]

wish i could have been there for the fun nice job be safe and cant wait for more

[@e30lev]

Great new video!

[@liviubla]

Wow, you guys make me want to buy an old Mercedes :)

[@RestoreIt]

Not a bad idea!

[@liviubla]

Could you please tell me what to be careful ar when buying an old Mercedes?

[@jankrabbenborg2337]

@@liviubla Depens on what model, but a w123 like thisone ( witch is actually a c123), rust and vacuüm leaks.

[@user-ie1hl8kb8k]

As always enjoyable work👍

[@withinname]

Love these videos!!

[@RestoreIt]

Glad you like them!

[@khalid109q]

Good job.

[@jasoncdebussy]

Your excellent voice overs really make the videos. I know you have a lot on but at some point in the future I really hope you go back to doing them 👍😁

[@RestoreIt]

Dont worry! They are back as soon as the next episode. I changed my mind :)

[@RestoreIt]

And thank you!

[@jasoncdebussy]

@@RestoreIt That's brilliant news! I must admit I don't know a diff from wheel nut (not literally 😂) but I love your videos! I'm so pleased that your channel has really taken off. Big respect to you 👍😁

[@danielstrand8446]

how the actual hell do u keep track of where all the bolts and screws go? great work btw

[@BaileyHeredge]

man this must be costing the owner a fortune to have this fully restored

[@mceajc]

I was thinking something similar! I don't want to know what the value is, but I really want to know how it was agreed! That would be an interesting conversation. How do you even put a value on having a very old car fixed to better than factory? As long as both parties are happy, it will be worth it. And to have documentation of every piece of work? No garage I can think of would provide that sort of proof of work done!

[@zaftra]

Guessing there is an arrangement, he's making money on the vids, so the person owning the car will get a discount.

[@BEZ_KYPUR]

Три проекта тянешь, красавчик успехов тебе

[@barneykennett9282]

Nice...👍.

[@dangerousandy]

Nice

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks!

[@tomswindler64]

Did you say the color will be the same or are doing full color change.enjoyed video as always.I know it will be nice when your done 👍👍👍😎😎😎

[@RestoreIt]

The colours staying the same. Customer choice. Thanks though! :D

[@grzegorzkolbrecki8344]

Nice stands made of tires. Is there something inside? Old rimms, sand, concrete :D or what?

[@EnesAltun]

İ think mercedes is better choice to restoration. Beautiful car.

[@RestoreIt]

Each to their own :D

[@EnesAltun]

@@RestoreIt which car is easier to restore bmw or mercedes?

[@Intelcroa]

@@EnesAltun this is one dumb question

[@EnesAltun]

@@Intelcroa thanks

[@nps5886]

O man the way you're going its going to be another project binky lol

[@cylon9505]

Nice haircut!

[@tinman7551]

I like the format change 🥰

[@RestoreIt]

Eaiser for me at the moment so glad you like it :)

[@pocaofamilia]

Boa tarde Jesus te ama muito você é tua família abraço tamos juntos nesta jornada abraço 😍😍😍😍

[@RestoreIt]

Thank you!

[@liamconway9281]

Love this series of videos, how come your voice overs are always in the left ear?

[@CarsRestored]

Me: No way he can restore this Restore It: Hold my beer

[@istvankovats8541]

Why not? The car is in good condition for it's age so it comes down to minor damages that need correcting.

[@istvankovats8541]

@@Intelcroa compare this car to others it's age. He's doing an incredible job but cars in much rougher shape than this have been restored on youtube.

[@ahmadbalabsh9800]

👌👌❤️

[@davidmunro6672]

Better with the voiceover format imo

[@minemineminemine404]

Love this stuff, but power tools gentlemen. Power tools.

[@herveabdallah2341]

Restaurer ancienne Mercedes

[@will_28_64]

so glad you didnt put any horrible annoying music over the time lapses

[@Robert-zm5gj]

After restoring these cars what are you doing with?

[@135Ops]

@robert Listen to the commentary it's not his car it will be restored and returned to owner.

[@juanfelipepinedaguarin1315]

Hi, thanks for sharing your great videos. I hope u can help me with this doubt, to remove the outer window trim do we have to remove the front Fender?... I have been trying to remove the outer window trim from my car but it looks like the part of the piece that is next to the windscreen is totally stick to the car... Thanks!!!

[@ahmadbalabsh9800]

استمرر

[@MultiRay67]

Very nice,but to short.

[@fargogemini694]

Think both cams rotate to same way clockwise

[@na57y]

I prefer subtitles instead of speeking!!

[@DieselKoks]

Next 190 w201 please !!

[@nealnaz]

My Drive Shafts have to be indexed. So, when they are removed, they can be re-installed in the same position, because they are balanced. I thought that step was important for all vehicle driveshafts. Is it different for Mercedes? My understanding if not installing in the same position can affect the balance and cause vibration.

[@thomaswagstaff2612]

I see your friend James has Cambridge regional college overalls on, don’t suppose you’re around the Cambridge area? I’d always be up for coming to help if you’re local.

[@JonMichaelDeShazer]

Are you making your E30 jealous having that W123 in your garage? She might think you're stepping out on her.

[@mikeds7004]

No sound Good job bro

[@adcampo7601]

Hey is that your buddy from Spain with the white M3?

[@canersoy]

👌🏿👍🏿

[@justinp2993]

I only started watching in the last 6 months or so and I'm only used to the voice over. It is much better that way. Maybe consider going back to it or sprinkle in some music to break it up. It's hard to remember to keep watching. Still like the work.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks Justin. I think i will go back to it after all. Its just a lot of work for one guy. Working on getting help so i'll see how I go.

[@justinp2993]

@@RestoreIt I'll likely keep watching either way, the work is top notch and keeps me plugging away on my own projects. Thanks for the consideration, I see some others feel the same way.

[@andreyvitkovych5332]

Больше мерса ребят

[@g2macs]

I know you're busy, but can we have it a bit longer next time?

[@emattiasjansson]

It would be fantastic if you and RRC restoration did a collab! He is open for that and you both have such a good eye for details and a lot of common!

[@TrapShooter68]

What happened to the exhaust resto video? It disappeared before I could watch it. :(

[@alanlane3869]

Assuming the voice over takes a lot of additional time?

[@chompi999]

Whens the next update on this restore?

[@manuelyanez1511]

The sponsor link doesn´t work

[@unamaxpeedingrods4436]

Is it possible to send some parts to you?

[@eivvis]

Not going through all the comments but I think first thing on disassembly should of disconnected the battery

[@gambotch4493]

This is Sergio Perez's part-time job.

[@timlewis840]

I prefer the voiceover.

[@RestoreIt]

Thanks for the feedback Tim. They will be back next episode. Im going to not write a script like i currently do and just talk over the video as i watch it back. Hopefully will save me a lot of time

[@malcolmlane-ley2044]

I've just subscribed and this is the best MB restoration series I've ever seen, however, I feel the removal of your spoken commentary has lessened the viewer experience and it now feels rather sterile by comparison. I'm sure voice editing is time consuming but I would ask you to have a rethink and go for a more engaging viewer experience over producing more material in rapid succession.

[@elvisschmidt9445]

Im the first comment😂

[@ConnorStoehrD]

I'm proud of you

[@jussihin]

Exhuast

[@pedrocantarelli3636]

Dear Friend, my name is Pedro and I live in Brazil, and I have watched all of your videos, and I would like to ask for your indication to buy a 1995 Renault Twingo part that is very special for my wife. The piece is the set of the courtesy light. It does not exist for purchase in my country. I tried to find a website but I couldn't find it. If you can help me thank you very much for your help.

[@Intelcroa]

Look on ebay in germany, many part twingos out so you could ask them if they would send you the piece to brasil

[@pedrocantarelli3636]

@@Intelcroa Thanks for your help

[@lessayers8653]

Not sure, I preferred the voice over. Maybe you should rethink, I know it is more work for you, but the result is more entertaining.

[@patsematary]

No Subtitles ....😫😡