i also dont doubt your abilities, BUT when working for mercedes in harrogate, a mechanic had to replace a dashboard complete on a 1989 420sl due to a slip with a stanley knife. from memory, it was a 40 hr labour charge! you have NEVER seen so many wires in your life. Just remember all those electronics lurking about the car. You might be able to get some expert advice from http://mbclub.co.uk. All I can say is best of luck mate
david55amg
August 2008