Barringer Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Mercedes has discontinued distributing the thermostat for the E270 CDI. Therefore, it is necessary to place an order from Autodoc, since ECP only has the Starline brand available. Do you have a specific preference among Gates, Dayco, Metzger, and Febi Bilstein? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrawlerTagz Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Wahler is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Gates should be in a satisfactory condition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syncephe Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Mahle is satisfactory as well. In all honesty, I believed it to be an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) product. Only the statistic is required, not the housing information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syncephe Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Additionally, it is worth noting that there are often many options available on eBay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barringer Posted January 22 Author Share Posted January 22 I initially want to install a Mahle thermostat in my vehicle. However, when consulting my Mercedes-Benz specialist during the car's recent pickup, I was informed that they lack the expertise to install the thermostat in the housing, as they have only ever used original equipment manufacturer (OEM) thermostats with the housing. Autodoc offers Mahle products individually, however they do not have Mahle products with the corresponding housing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barringer Posted January 22 Author Share Posted January 22 If they have Wahler, I may choose that option. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RosaStyle Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 A few years ago, I acquired a Wahle stat for the C200 from Autodoc. Excellent product .... There are no issues... The pricing is also excellent. The one I removed was of same manufacture and kind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syncephe Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 If a somebody claiming to be a "mechanic" informed me of this, I would be inclined to seek the services of a different mechanic. To be frank? It is an uncomplicated task. Previously, there was a lack of effort in altering the housing, which was an imprudent use of funds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenjibb Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 What is the specific component number for the MB? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barringer Posted January 22 Author Share Posted January 22 I am uncertain, but I contacted them via phone and they informed me that they had discontinued distributing the product in both the UK and Germany. My Mercedes-Benz expert received the same information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenjibb Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 It is advisable to locate the MB reference number first and then do an online search for a high-quality aftermarket component or an authentic MB New Old Stock (NOS) part. You may have a fortunate outcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captiva Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 I installed authentic MB parts, although I would have chosen Febi if they had not been accessible. I purchased the housing, which includes the temperature sensor and gasket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrawlerTagz Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Authentic thermostats for MB are no longer being produced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenjibb Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 What are the reasons for choosing Febi vs MB? In my experience, the quality of Febi products might be unpredictable. Febi has a somewhat poor reputation on most MB boards. Fortunately, I had the good fortune of finding Febi flex discs. Initially, I intended to return the items since I had specifically requested Lemfoerder. However, when seeing that they were manufactured by SGF, my trust in their quality was restored. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captiva Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 I have a preference for authentic Mercedes-Benz parts when it comes to most engine and gearbox components. The chassis components consist of Lemforder and Brembo parts for the brakes, while Febi parts are used for occasional filters and other miscellaneous items. These components have been reliable without any issues. My mechanic utilises some Febi components. He used to work as a diagnostic trainer for Mercedes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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