Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer tyre protection
Good catch Wilton, I have to be careful and not hang around foreign forums. Anyway the way things are going it won't be long before we are celebrating thanksgiving. Hendrik who has to keep telling daughter that it's biscuits, even though it says cookies on the box On 22/11/12 01:00, WILTON wrote: 'Thought that was tyres, or have you guys joined US on that? ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 12:29 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer protection This is what ya need http://cheezburger.com/6690165504 Hendrik who is off to fit some old tires to the car ___ 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] OM 603 head gasket
Pull the clip and pop the hose out. No need to get under for the oil drain, it just pops right off. You and also get the feed from up top, its just a blind shot (although maybe not with fed manifold now that I think about it. Sent from my Droid Charge on Verizon 4G LTE Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Behind the injector pump is a coolant connection with a 32mm nut at the head and a metal keeper clip. Is it taking off by pulling the keeper and sliding out an oring connection? Or, do you take the nut(bushing) out of the head? Other than that, and crawling under to take loose the oil supply and turbo oil drain, the trans cooler lines and lower radiator hose, then I am ready to pull the head bolts. Chain has maybe 1/2 ยบ stretch or less. Essentially it is negligible stretch. Some good news. ___ 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.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] OM 603 head gasket
I just left it all together. Sent from my Droid Charge on Verizon 4G LTE Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Yes I wired the chain to the sprocket. It does require two people and some finagling to put the head back on to work around the sprocket. -Rolf What about the chain guide on the IP side? After the pins are pulled, can it be slid out before the head is pulled? I am not worried about the banana rail the tensioner pushes on.it'll stay put as the head goes off and on. ___ 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.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] BenzPr0n
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4AGoGBfQe8feature=youtu.be --R ___ 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] BenzPr0n
Which car was yours, Rich? On Sat, Nov 24, 2012 at 10:22 AM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4AGoGBfQe8feature=youtu.be --R ___ 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.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] BenzPr0n
Pick 3! speakinawhich I gotta go buy wunnathem $320M Powerball tikkees. --R On 11/24/2012 10:40 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Which car was yours, Rich? On Sat, Nov 24, 2012 at 10:22 AM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4AGoGBfQe8feature=youtu.be --R ___ 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.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.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] OM 603 head gasket
Guess I shoulda started pulling the timing chain guide rail pins on the head earlier. Top one came out ok. Bottom one is recessed in the head. That way it collects water and induces that good ol steel to aluminium chemical bond. It appears to have no separation between the pin and the head. I did try soaking and beating, but still broke the bolt. I was able to turn out the broken bolt. I'm not sure the goos ol mopar rust eater will help on this one. Because it is steel to alum chemical bond, not even the mopar stuff eats that. But I think it does help to berak it free, along with flame wrench or wicked beating. Is that pin supposed to be recessed in the head, or did someone push it in too far? ___ 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] OM 603 head gasket
I think mine was recessed as well. Head is toast already, no? Drill it out, or break the guide and get a new guide? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Guess I shoulda started pulling the timing chain guide rail pins on the head earlier. Top one came out ok. Bottom one is recessed in the head. That way it collects water and induces that good ol steel to aluminium chemical bond. It appears to have no separation between the pin and the head. I did try soaking and beating, but still broke the bolt. I was able to turn out the broken bolt. I'm not sure the goos ol mopar rust eater will help on this one. Because it is steel to alum chemical bond, not even the mopar stuff eats that. But I think it does help to berak it free, along with flame wrench or wicked beating. Is that pin supposed to be recessed in the head, or did someone push it in too far? ___ 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.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] OM 603 head gasket
Dieselhead wrote: I'm not sure the goos ol mopar rust eater will help on this one. Because it is steel to alum chemical bond, not even the mopar stuff eats that. But I think it does help to berak it free, along with flame wrench or wicked beating. One old bicycle mechanic's trick for stuck aluminum seatposts in steel frames was to turn it upside down and pour the seat tube full of ammonia. IIRC it wasn't very good for the aluminum seatpost, but it got it out of the frame so you could stick another one in. Mitch. ___ 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] OM 603 head gasket
I think mine was recessed as well. Head is toast already, no? Drill it out, or break the guide and get a new guide? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD I got it out. Used a different bolt. Yes, I have to take off the drain tube from under, and take out the lower bushing/nut for the oil supply tube for the turbo. Then wire the cam sprocket and pull the camshaft. Then headbolts, and then OFF with its head. Should get done by 2-3. THen off to get some scrimps and goodies. Pick up SWMBO and #1D and head off to the beach for sunset and shrimp. I plan to pack up the head and take it home to prep. seals and guides. Then put it back together next trip. ___ 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] OM 603 head gasket
So this head you are taking off is good, but you suspect the head gasket? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: I think mine was recessed as well. Head is toast already, no? Drill it out, or break the guide and get a new guide? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD I got it out. Used a different bolt. Yes, I have to take off the drain tube from under, and take out the lower bushing/nut for the oil supply tube for the turbo. Then wire the cam sprocket and pull the camshaft. Then headbolts, and then OFF with its head. Should get done by 2-3. THen off to get some scrimps and goodies. Pick up SWMBO and #1D and head off to the beach for sunset and shrimp. I plan to pack up the head and take it home to prep. seals and guides. Then put it back together next trip. ___ 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.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] OM 603 head gasket
The head is loose. I have to go get a short hunk of chain to hook it up to the engine hoist. Max, Yes, I am hoping the head is ok. Not proven yet. No inspection yet, as I have not lifted it up yet.. Just got it lose from the block. Left exhaust manifolds and turbo hang on the head for now. ___ 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] R107 wheeler Dealers
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Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket
Exciting times! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: The head is loose. I have to go get a short hunk of chain to hook it up to the engine hoist. Max, Yes, I am hoping the head is ok. Not proven yet. No inspection yet, as I have not lifted it up yet.. Just got it lose from the block. Left exhaust manifolds and turbo hang on the head for now. ___ 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.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] MB Tex Drivers Seat (or does it matter)
I need the MB Tex (palomino) for my 240D, s drivers seat. I intend to rebuild the seat going the noodle route but the MBTex is shot. Is the MB Tex skin interchangeable for the front seats? Anyone have it laying around taking up space? What can you get it for, Rusty? Bob R 1980 240D odo broke at 376K 2005 E320 124K 2006 Jetta TDI 146K ___ 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] Chuffed!
I wondered that as well. The chatty bloke seems to have a fresh set of wheels on every season. Must be making buckets someplace else. And they have been holding onto one or two rides clay On Nov 22, 2012, at 5:46 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Problem is that the math never adds up because they value their time and labor at ZERO. On Thu, Nov 22, 2012 at 7:10 AM, Bob Rentfro azbob...@gmail.com wrote: That tall fella who does all the work is pretty handy. I just watched the episode where the did a 914. The bloke the yappy guy bought it from ended up buying it back. Made me kinda want a 914. Bob R On Nov 22, 2012 4:21 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: clay monroe wrote: getting caught up on the british discovery channel wheeler dealers They have done a couple US cars. Their take on new world electronics is the same as ours for Lucas. Just bad mouthing quality left and right as they tackle issues. Corvette seems to be the worst of the US cars they have done yet. The digital dash on the 1984 Corvette was said to be unreliable in 1990, I can imagine what another 20 years would do for it. Mitch. __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/**archive/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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 ___ 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.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] OM 603 head gasket
Head gasket has a 1/4 gap at the front into an oil passage. Head looks ok. I have it bundled up ready for the ride home. Will find out then how bad the guides are. ___ 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] OM 603 head gasket
Got mine all buttoned up sans 7.5mm pump and its running just fine. Did some spirited driving and couldnt get it up over 80 c. Kinda scary. Wierd part is that my aux rad fan is on and wont stop running. Not sure what to think about that since it has NEVER cut on before... -Rolf On 11/24/2012 4:24 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Head gasket has a 1/4 gap at the front into an oil passage. Head looks ok. I have it bundled up ready for the ride home. Will find out then how bad the guides are. ___ 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.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] OM 603 head gasket
Fan switch is bad or the wire is grounded somewhere. It won't ever go over 80C with the fan going and cool temps outside unless the thermostat is bad. Peter ___ 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] OM 603 head gasket
Yep, that gap would do it. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Head gasket has a 1/4 gap at the front into an oil passage. Head looks ok. I have it bundled up ready for the ride home. Will find out then how bad the guides are. ___ 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.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] Cooling System Flush
Flushed the cooling system on the 300cd today. Went well, however, after I put the new coolant and thermostat in, the temperature went to about 110 centigrade and the top radiator hose was cold, as was the defroster. I drove it around the block, and the car stayed at 110, and on arriving home the thermostat appeared be open as the radiator was warm. I waited for the car (and me) to cool off. Just went out and drove it around the block and everything seems normal. Heat from the heater, temperature quickly went to 90 c and stayed there. What happened? Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ 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] Cooling System Flush
On Sat, 24 Nov 2012 19:24:56 -0600 Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: Flushed the cooling system on the 300cd today. Went well, however, after I put the new coolant and thermostat in, the temperature went to about 110 centigrade and the top radiator hose was cold, as was the defroster. I drove it around the block, and the car stayed at 110, and on arriving home the thermostat appeared be open as the radiator was warm. I waited for the car (and me) to cool off. Just went out and drove it around the block and everything seems normal. Heat from the heater, temperature quickly went to 90 c and stayed there. What happened? Cooling system had air in it and wasn't burped prior being run. When you drove around the block, the higher RPMs forced the air blockage out of where it was lodged. Has your coolant level gone down? Craig ___ 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] Cooling System Flush
Did you fully burp the system? Air backed up will compress and cause issues, so getting any stray air out allows the hot water to flow all around. Might be that after letting it cool down, enough of the steam/compressed air escaped the system and more water was then able to complete its travels clay On Nov 24, 2012, at 5:24 PM, Rick Knoble wrote: Flushed the cooling system on the 300cd today. Went well, however, after I put the new coolant and thermostat in, the temperature went to about 110 centigrade and the top radiator hose was cold, as was the defroster. I drove it around the block, and the car stayed at 110, and on arriving home the thermostat appeared be open as the radiator was warm. I waited for the car (and me) to cool off. Just went out and drove it around the block and everything seems normal. Heat from the heater, temperature quickly went to 90 c and stayed there. What happened? Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ 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.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] Cooling System Flush
On Nov 24, 2012, at 7:41 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: Cooling system had air in it and wasn't burped prior being run. When you drove around the block, the higher RPMs forced the air blockage out of where it was lodged. Has your coolant level gone down? That's what I figured. The coolant level dropped about a quart or less. I really don't like seeing the temp gauge go over 100. I squeezed the top radiator hose as I was filling it to try to burp out any air. Know of any other (more successful) tips? Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ 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] Cooling System Flush
put it up on ramps when you fill so that the air has to travel upward to escape. Light it off when you think it is full and keep it on the ramps until the needle starts to move. Pop the cap and pour more water in until full, then cap it and pull off the ramps and hit the road clay On Nov 24, 2012, at 5:53 PM, Rick Knoble wrote: On Nov 24, 2012, at 7:41 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: Cooling system had air in it and wasn't burped prior being run. When you drove around the block, the higher RPMs forced the air blockage out of where it was lodged. Has your coolant level gone down? That's what I figured. The coolant level dropped about a quart or less. I really don't like seeing the temp gauge go over 100. I squeezed the top radiator hose as I was filling it to try to burp out any air. Know of any other (more successful) tips? Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ 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.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] Cooling System Flush
Thanks. I'll try that on the kids car this week. Rick Sent from my iPhone On Nov 24, 2012, at 8:12 PM, clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net wrote: put it up on ramps when you fill so that the air has to travel upward to escape. Light it off when you think it is full and keep it on the ramps until the needle starts to move. Pop the cap and pour more water in until full, then cap it and pull off the ramps and hit the road ___ 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] Cooling System Flush
Put it up on ramps. Remove upper radiator hose from radiator. Loosen same hose at thermostat housing then rotate hose so end you removed is pointing up. Fill with mixed coolant until radiator core is covered. Reattach hose to radiator then top off with coolant. Start engine and wait until temp ' rises and you get heat from heater. Back off ramps and shut down engine and check level. Take for a test drive. This is the way that the shop my buddy works at does it. They never have any problems with air bubbles. Russ W. On 11/24/2012 19:53, Rick Knoble wrote: On Nov 24, 2012, at 7:41 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: Cooling system had air in it and wasn't burped prior being run. When you drove around the block, the higher RPMs forced the air blockage out of where it was lodged. Has your coolant level gone down? That's what I figured. The coolant level dropped about a quart or less. I really don't like seeing the temp gauge go over 100. I squeezed the top radiator hose as I was filling it to try to burp out any air. Know of any other (more successful) tips? Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ 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 - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2012.0.2221 / Virus Database: 2629/5417 - Release Date: 11/24/12 ___ 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] OM 603 head gasket
Ya think? I took pictures. The metal part of the gasket is actually blown up into the oil passage. Maybe a quarter inch. It is an impressive blowout. I have never seen a gasket with a blowout like this. I have seen a bigger blowout between cylinders (on a gas engine) But a blowout into an oil passage, I have never seen anything like this. Yep, that gap would do it. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Head gasket has a 1/4 gap at the front into an oil passage. Head looks ok. I have it bundled up ready for the ride home. Will find out then how bad the guides are. ___ 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] Cooling System Flush
What he said - except that I used the steep slope part of the driveway instead of ramps. On Sat, Nov 24, 2012 at 8:26 PM, Russ Williams rawil...@eatel.net wrote: Put it up on ramps. Remove upper radiator hose from radiator. Loosen same hose at thermostat housing then rotate hose so end you removed is pointing up. Fill with mixed coolant until radiator core is covered. Reattach hose to radiator then top off with coolant. Start engine and wait until temp ' rises and you get heat from heater. Back off ramps and shut down engine and check level. Take for a test drive. This is the way that the shop my buddy works at does it. They never have any problems with air bubbles. Russ W. -- OK Don 2001 ML320 2012 Passat TDI DSG 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager 1957 C182A ___ 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] Cooling System Flush
What happened? Air bubble, big one. My method is to pour the coolant into the tank, pull off the upper radiator hose and backfill water into the system until it's pouring out over my hand which is holding the bottom of the hose against the bottom of the radiator neck, but leaving a crack at the top into which to pour water. Then I jam the hose on and tighten it up. That gets rid of all the air, but what spills out is all water since the coolant hasn't really mixed yet. -- 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
