[MBZ] Color match spay cans
I have had good results from http://www.paintscratch.com/. Color always matches and is good quailty. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 83 300SD Climate Control
Thanks for the tips on the climate control unit. Didn't think of the solder fix but I'll give it a try. It is a solid car, not a heap. The 123 chassis is all I would drive on a daily basis. Rusty: I appreciate the reduced price offer, but this is another flip so I need to put the most inexpensive parts in it. Hope to be able to make a profit. They always need more repairs than you anticipate. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 83 300SD Climate Control
I pulled the old module out, it is either a replacement or has been out before. One bolt was missing that held it in place. The part number on the unit is 123 830 02 85, which shows a 123 chassis. The replacement part number is 126 830 02 85, which is the 126 chassis. From pictures on Ebay both units are the same. Rusty is getting $216 for a remanufactured unit so I'll buy a used part, cheapest on EBay is $50. Can't tell the difference but I'll get the 126 unit, hopefully it is the problem. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN On Mon 06/11/12 12:50 PM , andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com sent: > I would lay money it's the ACC module. Just swap one in and the > blower will probably work again. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 83 300SD Climate Control
The blower motor for the climate control would not work in site. Pulled the motor and direct wired it to the battery and it worked great. Does this mean that the either the climate control unit or the fan switch is bad? It will not work on defrost which I thought was the default mode which would force the motor to work. Would like to just replace the switch if that is all that is bad. Can you hot wire at the switch to test the blower motor? Electronics is not my strong suit. Thanks Alan Duff Knoxville, T N ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 83 300SD Odometer
The odometer is not working on my 83 300 SD, but the speedometer is. Took out the instrument cluster and then remembered it is electronic and not mechanical. I know how to fix the mechanical units that came in the 300D series but not this one. Anyone know how or can point me to a write-up? Thanks Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 83 300SD Vacuum connections
Thanks Rich: There are several open connections on the box that sits on the valve cover. If the CD has the photo diagram that might help me make the hookup. I have two lines and four connectors if I remember correctly. The valve cover was bad so I had to order another one and my memory faded while waiting. Same thing with the fuel linkage, I think I put it together correctly, but a diagram would help. Got a piece of a vacuum line today to replace the one going to the turbo, it was hard a brittle and also broke on valve cover removal. Pieced it together to last night to warm the tranny to change the fluid. The car was a total slug so I don't know it it is vacuum lines, fuel linkage or no turbo. Alan On Fri 06/ 1/12 11:30 AM , Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net sent: > I can take a pic a bit later and send it to you. I also have the CDs if > you want a copy. > > --R > > On 6/1/12 11:19 AM, alanduff > @knology.net wrote:> I need a diagram or photo of the vacuum connections > on the box on top of the valve cover. I don't have the repair CD, the one > for the 300D is different. The dry hoses at the front connection broke > apart and I don't know how to hook together. Has fouled with the tranny > shifting and maybe the turbo.> > > > > Thanks > > Alan Duff > > Knoxville, TN > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ___ > > http://www.okiebenz.com> For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com> To > > search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/> > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go > to:> http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.comFor new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.comTo search > list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 83 300SD Vacuum connections
I need a diagram or photo of the vacuum connections on the box on top of the valve cover. I don't have the repair CD, the one for the 300D is different. The dry hoses at the front connection broke apart and I don't know how to hook together. Has fouled with the tranny shifting and maybe the turbo. Thanks Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Brake Question
My recently acquired 83 300D had weak brakes when I bought it. The pedal was soft. While bleeding the system I found the front calipers were barely working. Rebuilt the calipers and now the breaks are still soft. Bled with a pressure system and I think I have all the air out. The pedal will pump up and then slowly sink under pressure. The system has 20 inches of vacuum at the tee to the brake booster. Seems I remember the pedal action is a sign of a bad brake master cylinder. Any opinions? Alan Duff Knoxville, Tn ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Dc update
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[MBZ] Drain Front Brake Resovoir
Looking at the brake fluid resovoir on the 83 300D. It is a Girling. I've suctioned all the fluid out from under the cap but the front section is seperate and still full of fluid. Starting to take off the front calipers to rebuild them when my Rusty parts get here. How do I get the fluid out of that sectiion? It looks dark like old fluid. I expect it will drain out when the calipers are removed, but don't know how I will get fluid back it in. Doesn't look like any connection to the rear compartment. I don't remember seeing one like this before. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The crush victims of today
Kaleb: Before you crush all the 123's I'd like to get a trunk lock assembly and key. My 83'300D is missing the outside button. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Brake Caliper ID
Thanks for the replies. I cant make out any ID but it does have a recessed circle and uses cotter keys to hold the pens in. Based on this it should be a Bendix. I've reconsidered rebuilding the calipers and replacing hoses due to the expense. Will just (hopefully) replace the screw, bleed the system and check the vacuum at the booster. Maybe this will be all it takes to get good brakes. Alan Duff ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Brake Caliper ID
Need to rebuild the brake calipers on my '83 300D. Don't know if they are ATE or Bendix as I don't find any name on the rear one I have off. Does anyone know how to tell which they are? Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT-Cordless Drill Battery
Got my cordless drill out to begin working on the bleeder screw. Then I remembered the batteries will not charge. You can charge them all night and they will run at slow speed for a couple of minutes, then quit. Not sure if it is the charger or the batteries. It is a 12v Dewalt. If I plug the charger in and put the Voltmeter on the prongs and turn the dial to 200 I get a reading of 47.5. I don't have much electrical knowledge. Anyone have a clue on how to determine the problem? You can buy a replacement batteriey in 12 or 14.4 volts or a new charger. For another $100 over the battery cost you can get a new drill, charger and two batteries in 14.4 volts. Alan Duff Knoxvlle TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Bleeder screw snapped off
Began working on my recently acquired '83 300D. The brakes are weak so I started with that project. The brake fluid was coffee colored so I decided to flush the system. Bled the passenger rear but the driver rear was tight. It rounded a bit so I switched to vise grips. The screw snapped right off. It was the only 8 millimeter size on the car, all others are 9. It looks too small for my Craftsman easy-out set to work. Looks like I will have to drill it out. It will be a pain to remove the caliper and drain the system. Any easy methods to remove it? Alan Duff Knoxvlle TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: Sunroof Repair
Thanks Jim: I've looked at you well written and photographed article and it should pave the way for the repairs. As soon as I install the whole house water filter, paint the master bedroom, regrout the master bathroom, reinsulate the ductwork in the crawlspace and install my version of the dryspace encapsulation in the crawlspace I'll take a look at the sunroof. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN On Fri 07/15/11 12:57 AM , Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net sent: > > Are there two cables since the switch does not work > but the bolt on > the motor does? > > No. Switch runs motor, which pushes/pulls on cable. Hex drive > in trunk also pushes/pulls on same cable. See: > > http://userweb.windwireless.net/~jimc/cwsunroof.html > > -- Jim > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Sunroof Repair
The '83 300D I just bought has a problem sunroof. It was cocked a little when I looked at the car so I asked if it leaked, he said no. When he delivered the car yesterday I pointed out the gallon of water in the floorboard so we agreed on a $100 price reduction to $700. Going to play with the sunroof while I wait on brake repair parts. Of all the 123 Mercedes I've owned and worked on I have never had one with a sunroof problem. Some have been slow but they worked. If you press the sunroof switch, you just get a thumping noise and the sunroof doesn't move. Was able to shut it completely using the bolt on the motor. Loaned my repair CD out and am waiting on another one. Are there two cables since the switch does not work but the bolt on the motor does? Anyone with experience care to point me in the right direction? Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] New Project Car
Bought an 83 300D today. Has 270k on the clock, a little sluggish with weak brakes as it's been sitting for a year. Tranny shifts ok. Orient Red that is a little faded on the top and hood. It has some rust in both rear wheel wells and the sunroof and AC don't work. Decent interior with tan MB Tex. Paid $800 which is probably $300 too much but driving it to work will save miles on my Toyota pickup. My first project car in three years, will be one to work on for fun, my wife won't let me touch her 99 E300 4-matic Wagon. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Old diesels for Sale
Where are these cars located? I didn't see a price on the 300D. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Injection Pump Work
What do you guys think about this. Of course I have no intention of giving $950 for the car. Thanks Alan Duff Knoxville, TN The Ad: Mercedes 300 SD - $950 (Knoxville) -- 1983 mercedes 300sd turbodiesel , new paint automatic transmission 177000 miles the injector pump need's to be adjusted, curently not running. interior needs little TLC good car for biodisel conversion Asking $950 may trade. My question: I'm interested in the car you have listed. Can you give me some more information on the injection pump problem? How long has it been since the car ran? What does the interior need? The answer: It didn't run for close to 2 years. The injection pump was taken a part and put back together. It does not start or run. The seats are worn out, have cuts . The car is complete for $950. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Hello again
Back on the list after a 3 year or so absence. I was laid off at the auto auction where I had a moderate supply of old Benzs, although that supply was drying up. Took another job that kept me too busy for a couple of years and then battled cancer for a year. Now I am cancer free, my job is much better and I'm ready to begin wrenching again. Looking over Craigslist and making some calls and emails. Hopefully will come across something worthwhile soon. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
