They are out there, you gotta hunt for them.
Craig McCluskey wrote:
On Mon, 05 Nov 2007 19:19:27 -0600 tom savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Even though Roger and I are the only Top Gear fans here, last night's
episode may be of broader interest here:
That's what happens when you have a bulb out. Or a bad connection
to one, which amounts to the same thing. Even my '60 Falcon has
this feature.
-- Jim
That was a common option on the 60' Falcon.
In order to get it, you had to delete the Rocker Arm oiling system.
BTDT
Pete
Jim Cathey wrote:
Not really. Pull non-turbo engine, replace with turbo engine.
Simple, no?
The not so simple part is finding a 300TD turbo engine. The
TD engines have a hydraulic pump on the front of the cylinder
head for the self leveling suspension. 300D and 300CD engines
don't have this.
Supply and demand.
Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
yep, Im afraid they may be sooner rather than later.
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From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Wednesday, November 07, 2007 12:57 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Wagon Questions
87 was the only year for a diesel 124 wagon
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Sent: Wednesday, November 07, 2007 12:42 PM
Is it a diesel?? If so, pay the man his $8.5K or someone else will...
On Nov 6, 2007 6:35 PM, John M McIntosh [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
If it has the ASD feature like my 92 300TDt then it should have two
return lines to the hydraulic reservoir, screwed on top of the tank.
one line is the
the motor came out of a boat apparantly. I already have a good euro 300D
engine, this engine appears to be a US engine maybe. Maybe I should use the
boat engine to build a generator.
Kaleb et al.
When I was in the marine electronics biz it was pointed out to me
that marine versions of car
I can't believe i am actually thinking about this after living in the
warm climes for 8 years, but I need to consider some snow tires for the
boy's 84 300SD in Philadelphia now. The car came with an extra set of
rims from an SEL which the PO said was similar vintage and would fit
OK. The car
Yep. We will soon look back on these as The good old days - when gas
was under $5/gallon.
-Dave Walton
On 11/7/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
yea, but oil doesnt usually get this high this time of year, it usually goes
down. We are screwed.
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will be installing a new set of ATF cooler hoses this weekend. Do the threads
need to be treated in any way? tape? threadlocker?
Thanks,
Chris
Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri
-1985 300SD, 228K miles, Wulf
-1992 350 Ram Wagon, 58K miles, The Behemoth
Well they are from Pryor what do you expect?
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From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2007 10:13 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] look at
Hi,
Forgot to send this note yesterday - your package is on the way - should
arrive today IIRC. I have the UPS tracking number around here somewhere -
if it doesn't arrive today let me know I'll find it -
Take care -- glad someone will get some use out of those parts - I've had
them for 20+
Yeah, diesel has outpaced gas here also - we paid $3.17/g a couple of days
ago/ I wonder if the refineries producing diesel have shutdown fr
maintanence or are concentrating on gas?
I seem to recall hearing there are only 2 refineries in the US producing
diesel - the real crime is our
You wrote :engines cooled directly with seawater were corroded
Thankfully, most modern marine engine cooling systems no longer use sea
water thru the engine - the engines cooling water circulates thru a system
similar to a cars - seawater flows thru a condenser/radiator to provide
cooling.
Christopher McCann wrote:
Do the threads need to be treated in any way?
tape?
No. The threads have nothing to do with sealing, and it's too easy
to get teflon tape scraps where you don't want them.
threadlocker?
The usual problem with flare nuts is being able to remove them in ten
or
That's useful information. In that case maybe it's worth fixing the
rust on my '83 300TD wagon with only 280K miles.
Does anyone feel that repairing rust damage is fun to do? I'll be
happy to help you indulge our hobby and even pay you MORE than
the minimum wage!!
On Nov 7, 2007 1:47
you already posted that once
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From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Wednesday, November 07, 2007 10:00 AM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] look at what I bought
Nice, now bring me my BLOCK!
Luther
On Tue, 06 Nov 2007 20:38:08 -0600, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
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ATC= autotrader.com
ATP= autotrader publishing (magazines)
RTS= run till sold
Sorry, company lingo.
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Sent: Tuesday, November
I like the Blizzak's. But to be honest, I have not tried anything else
for the last decade or so. You need 4 of them - assuming that stopping
is a priority.
-Dave Walton
On 11/7/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I can't believe i am actually thinking about this after living in the
warm
I had no problem at all getting the code from my dealership. Showed them my
proof of ownership and they happily gave me the code. I have bought a few
parts from them but not enough that they would remember me.
Actually, they've treated me very well (MB of Richmond Va) - bought a GP amp
which
the motor came out of a boat apparantly. I already have a good euro 300D
engine, this engine appears to be a US engine maybe. Maybe I should use the
boat engine to build a generator
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From: Allan Streib
Yes -- it's a long tradition here, though it usually follows a
lengthy oil thread.
On 11/7/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Okay, I heard someone mention blinker fluid some time ago and I took
it as a joke. Now I see two people acknowledging it, and one even
mentioning a filter.
Am
Got it. I thought of upgrading the SD to HID (High Int. Dis.), but it was too
expensive, so I upgraded to H4/HB2/9003, which has made a world of difference.
Do the HID bulbs last SUPER long? That would justify the price, in my mind.
Thanks,
Chris
John M McIntosh [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: No
That was a common option on the 60' Falcon.
In order to get it, you had to delete the Rocker Arm oiling system.
No kidding! Mine's had an auxiliary oiler since
about the mid-60's. Taps into the oil pressure
sender pipe.
We replaced the rocker bar on mine once upon a time,
and my brother
yep, Im afraid they may be sooner rather than later.
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From: dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Wednesday, November 07, 2007 10:00 AM
Subject: Re: [MBZ]
yea, but oil doesnt usually get this high this time of year, it usually goes
down. We are screwed.
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From: dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent:
Diesel always increases in price this time of year because of the
demand for home heating oil. The BP refinery in Toledo is operational.
They sold the one in Lima to Valero who just sold it again. Last I
heard it was still running. That's 2 in Ohio. I imagine there are more
else where.
Any
Im just not sure about installing it in the car, I think it might be better
used for a stationary application. If it was used in a boat, seems the IP
might be setup different.
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From: Loren Faeth
On Nov 7, 2007, at 6:29 AM, Christopher McCann wrote:
Got it. I thought of upgrading the SD to HID (High Int. Dis.), but
it was too expensive, so I upgraded to H4/HB2/9003, which has made
a world of difference.
I'll note if you use H4 you have a choice of now using
Philips X-Treme Power
yea, I know, but how often do you find a manny euro 300D thats right in your
back yard?
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From: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Tuesday, November 06,
Well unless you live in Canada and want a 92 or earlier w124 diesel
from Europe or Japan (where most benz except the G-wagons seem to be
left hand drive).
Pricing runs 9 to 12K Canadian FOB Japan, you'll need to figure out
how much that is in worthless greenbacks tho.
On Nov 7, 2007, at
well I guess it will remain a non turbo car till I can find a good inexpensive
turbo engine.
Thanks to all of you for the help.
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Schwab is everywhere around here
clay
On 6 Nov 2007, at 11:25, Alex Chamberlain wrote:
On 11/6/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
You mean they repair tires that they did not sell you or warantee?
Les Schwab Tires (an Oregon chain) does this too.I know they have
some stores in
Rich,
I know some will disagree with me. But, I think you only need 2 snow
tires UNLESS your son lives in an area where you get LOTS of snow. Four
will be marginally better and your steering will be affected at HIGH
speeds if you only have 2. But, on all of my previous cars, I just used
2 on
On Nov 7, 2007 1:35 PM, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Schwab is everywhere around here
Well, that's where Brian ought to go then. I've always had flats
fixed there for free and have bought quite a few tires from them as
well. Their house brand tires are not the best in the world, but
On Wed, 07 Nov 2007 10:42:42 -0600 Rich Thomas
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Any suggestions on what tires to get -- I don't think they will be
getting a lot of road miles, mostly puttering around town. So a good
value tire.
I put Nokian WRs on our 240D/3.0. They work very well.
He took a
With winter coming and $3.50/gal fuel, I have been unable to draw any
excitement for my 300SDL.
I will be donating to a charity (Probably Heart) as in my tax bracket
the deduction of it's value would be welcome this year.
Car has been parked for 6 months, when parked the engine, tranny and
A/c
Hi Larry Thanks a lot for mailing the shipment. will certainly let you know
when it arrives.
Hope you are walking about now after the surgery and active with the MG.
best wishes
mak
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From: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
This was in a industry magazine I get called Foriegn Car Parts
Accessories
A poll was conducted in UK recently evaluating peoples understanding of
emissions and modern diesels. 90% did not rate the current diesel
technology on a favorable standing with hybrids. The example used was the
Mini
Hi Pete,
Where are you? What year and how much?
;-)
Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D)
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Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil
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Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs
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On Wed, 07 Nov 2007 18:16:15 -0500 Peter T. Arnold [EMAIL PROTECTED]
wrote:
Thought you fellow would like to know.
Yes, but a geograhical location would be helpful.
Craig
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Les and his boys did the alignment for Gump. Worth the few dollars
just to get her to stop drifting. She needs a full front end re-
bushing, but that will be a few miles down the road when I have
collected all the rubber bits. Will have oldest boy do the job with
his uncle so that he
The 124 W201 does not have a high RPM idle when started frm cold . The
cold start injector comes on for a second or so when started .
It seems the Idle control valve is working and recleaned too,
Input most appriciated
Thanks
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One the W124 there is an external link to the left side flap, and a
link between the two. It has a plastic swivel on it that breaks. I
drilled a hole through the two parts and looped a wire through, works
fine on the TE.
I'm not sure what the exact arrangement on the W126 is, but I'd suspect
The vacuum servo works OK. As Jim mentioned, the linkages are inop. But
what do the linkages look like and how does one get to them?
Scott
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There are vacuum servos that operate all the flaps. Yours are dead (or
the vac line is broken).
Peter
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The floor heat flaps on my 82 300SD move freely and blow closed whenever the
blower is running. The vacuum element and lever that are supposed to
control these flaps work normally, at least visually. In guess there is a
lever or gear assembly that is supposed to control those flaps and it has
The reservoir actually has a round volume beneath the rear sensor, and a
squarish volume beneath the front sensor, with what appear to be floats
in them that come up to the vent caps (2 of these next to the sensors).
From what I can see looking in the cap hole, they look like they are not
On Wed, 7 Nov 2007 22:25:16 EST [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Brake fluid is a mild paint remover so cover the fender too.
And if it doesn't remove the paint, even a small amount spilled onto the
paint and then quickly removed will cause the paint to crinkle like the
old crinkle finishes. Had that
For this reason, i prefer to cut/grind/tear off the old hose
ferrules, and take off the old hose, leaving the fitting in
place. (Yes, it is a little messy) Then get a length of bulk hose
at the FLAPS and 4 hose clamps, cut the hose to length, and clamp it
on. Refill the trans fluid and go.
Wow. I'd like that..
Discount Tire has it seems like dozens of guys working about six bays,
and they are fast. But it takes a long time to be served at the counter.
Like I said, bring a book.
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At 02:14 PM 11/7/2007, Chris wrote:
will be installing a new set of ATF cooler hoses this weekend. Do
the threads need to be treated in any way? tape? threadlocker?
I wish you luck but when I tried fooling with these hoses on my
83 SD it turned out to be a major PIA. It looked like the
Blizzaks are the best (IMHO), but I also had cheap winterguards on my 126-
and they worked very well.
If you choose Blizzaks , you cannot install just two because the car will be
unstable on dry pavement. I have personal experience with this on my W202 C280
plus a friend's Supra.
When I
2k doesn't seem right for that sensor, usually they are much higher,
but I don't have that information handy at the moment. I'll try to
look it up in a bit (I'm looking for the receipt for my cashier's check
for the new Benz). The one for the ACC is a two pole after 7/87,
single pole before
Thanks Peter . At a little loss about the temp.switch . single or double
pin?
There is the engine coolant sensor I checked which showed about 2K reading
with a cold engine. the RMP's go up briefly when I pull and reconnect it
back
Regards
mak
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From: Peter
Question: Can anyone give me a clue what is supposed to control these
flaps
and what it takes to gain access to it?
Speaking generally, and I don't know if this applies to the 126,
the flaps are hooked together with a linkage to a single pod.
In some cars this stuff can be reached from below
So after messing around to check the vacuum on the 79 TDs brakes, I
finally figured it must be the master cylinder (as someone suggested,
but I needed to check the vac anyway). So I have the new one on and
everything hooked up, now to bleed it all. How do I Make sure that all
chambers are
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The cap opening shows both chambers on some, but I think on that one
(sort of triangular dual tank?) you just fill up the front one until it
overflows into the rear chamber. Make SURE the rear chamber always has
fluid in it, else you just pump air into the lines.
I use a MitiVac to bleed the
'Wish I knew, Walt. We don't seem to have many 140's.
Wilton
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Check the temperature switch -- I don't remember if it's open cold or
closed cold, (probably closed) -- if not working, you may not get
enough cold enrichment or the high idle.
Double check the idle control valve and for vacuum leaks, too -- if you
have enough leaks, the idle control valve
Walt Lasher wrote:
Subject: W140 FM antenna question AGAIN
My FM is intermittently fuzzy, where is the FM antenna located, Is it in
the regular antenna or in the rear bumper?
I know nothing about W140, but I would assume the FM antenna is the external
whip.
So, some questions -- if I get some winter tires to mount on the SEL
rims, will these rims/tires fit the SD OK? Should I get some smaller
diameter tires to fit the bigger rims so they fit the wheel
wells/fenders OK?
I think you can put the 15's on in place of the 14's just fine,
and of
Sorry,
Car is in Central Connecticut.
I'm thinking $2000
Pete
On Wed, 07 Nov 2007 18:16:15 -0500, you wrote:
With winter coming and $3.50/gal fuel, I have been unable to draw any
excitement for my 300SDL.
I will be donating to a charity (Probably Heart) as in my tax bracket
the deduction of
Got some good news today from the insurance company. They are paying
the full prchase price for my wrecked 300D, minus 15% for salvage
value. I suppose I could have argued about that, but I won't in the
interest of not spending any more time or money on it. I want to get
the carcass home
On Nov 7, 2007 4:18 PM, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Les and his boys did the alignment for Gump.
So they knew about the spreader bar and all that? I wouldn't have
expected a chain store to know the right tricks. Or are 115s aligned
in a more conventional way than 123s and later?
Alex
I have used 15 Blizzaks on the rear only and on all 4 corners of my
126 SDL, with good results. They are great, but I never had problems
using just 2 on the rear.
At 08:34 PM 11/7/2007, you wrote:
Blizzaks are the best (IMHO), but I also had cheap winterguards on my 126-
and they worked very
In a message dated 11/7/2007 6:50:14 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
So after messing around to check the vacuum on the 79 TDs brakes, I
finally figured it must be the master cylinder (as someone suggested,
but I needed to check the vac anyway). So I have the
In a message dated 11/7/2007 12:15:09 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
will be installing a new set of ATF cooler hoses this weekend. Do the
threads need to be treated in any way? tape? threadlocker?
Chris,
I would reply exactly as Mitch did. Dissimilar
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