For over 35 years, Mercedes Metrix has stood as a beacon of quality in the world of Mercedes-Benz engines and engine components. Our dedication to excellence has made us a trusted supplier for Mercedes-Benz dealerships and restoration facilities across the globe. At Mercedes Metrix, we understand that achieving the unparalleled standards of a Mercedes-Benz engine requires unwavering commitment and precision. From the classic elegance of the 190SL to the modern power of the E350, we blend genuine OEM parts with rigorous factory specifications to consistently meet and exceed the expectations of discerning Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts.
Uncompromising Quality: The Mercedes Metrix Engine Remanufacturing Process
Every remanufactured engine from Mercedes Metrix is a testament to our meticulous approach and unwavering focus on quality. We go above and beyond to ensure each engine meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. Our comprehensive remanufacturing process includes a commitment to using only the finest components and adhering to strict factory guidelines.
New Components for Optimal Performance
To ensure longevity and peak performance, every Mercedes Metrix remanufactured engine is fitted with a suite of brand-new, high-quality parts. These include:
- Pistons and Rings: Ensuring optimal compression and oil control for efficient combustion.
- Rod & Main Bearings: Providing crucial support and smooth operation for the crankshaft and connecting rods.
- Rod Bushings: Maintaining precise alignment and reducing wear in the connecting rod assembly.
- Oil Pump: Guaranteeing consistent and reliable oil pressure for vital engine lubrication.
- Timing Chain and Chain Guides: Ensuring accurate valve timing and smooth engine operation.
- Crank Seals: Preventing oil leaks and maintaining optimal engine lubrication.
- Intake Valves & Exhaust Valves: New valves ensure proper sealing and efficient combustion gas flow.
- Valve Guides: Providing precise valve stem guidance for optimal valve train operation.
- Valve Springs: Maintaining proper valve closure and preventing valve float at high RPMs.
- Rocker Arms / Lifters: Ensuring efficient and quiet valve actuation.
- Camshaft: New or meticulously reground camshafts to factory specifications for optimal engine performance.
- Chain Tensioner: Maintaining proper timing chain tension throughout the engine’s operation.
- Head Bolts: New head bolts ensure a secure and lasting cylinder head seal.
- Water Pump (V8 Applications Only): New water pumps in V8 engines for reliable engine cooling.
- Complete Gasket Set (ELRING / O.E.): Utilizing premium gaskets to prevent leaks and ensure optimal sealing throughout the engine.
Furthermore, Mercedes Metrix replaces timing gears, flywheel ring gears, and miscellaneous studs and hardware as needed with new components or like-new replacements, ensuring every aspect of the engine is in top condition.
Precision Machining to Exact Factory Specifications
At Mercedes Metrix, we understand that the foundation of a reliable engine lies in precise machining. Our remanufacturing process includes meticulous machining of core engine components to meet exact factory specifications:
- Block: Cylinders are bored and honed to precise dimensions, and the block deck is surfaced. Alignment honing is performed if necessary to ensure perfect crankshaft alignment.
- Connecting Rods: Rebuilt to factory specifications, ensuring strength and reliability.
- Crankshaft: Ground and polished to precise dimensions. The flywheel surface is also resurfaced, and the entire crankshaft assembly is balanced for smooth operation.
- Cylinder Head: Surfaced and pressure tested to identify any cracks or leaks. New valve guides are installed and honed to specification. Valve seats are cut, and valves are lapped for a perfect seal.
Thorough Inspection, Cleaning, and Detailing
Mercedes Metrix engines undergo a rigorous process of inspection, cleaning, and detailing. This includes:
- Finish Paint: Engine block and oil pan are painted to original factory colors, restoring the engine’s aesthetic appeal.
- Plated Hardware: Hardware is re-plated where applicable, maintaining corrosion resistance and factory appearance.
- Thread Repair: All threads are tapped and repaired as needed, ensuring proper component fastening.
- Meticulous Assembly: Engines are assembled with the utmost care and precision by our expert technicians.
For diesel engines manufactured between 1959 and 1999, Mercedes Metrix also includes rebuilt and calibrated fuel injection pumps, injector nozzles, prechambers, and glow plugs, providing a comprehensive remanufacturing solution for classic Mercedes-Benz diesel models.
Please note: Mercedes Metrix long block assemblies include the core engine components as described but do not include manifolds, fuel injection systems (except as noted for diesels), engine management systems, electrical components, starters, A/C, P/S, clutch assemblies, or any other components not directly contained within the engine block itself.
Choose Mercedes Metrix for your next Mercedes-Benz engine remanufacturing needs and experience the difference that over 35 years of expertise and unwavering commitment to quality can make.
