[MBZ] 300SD 1985 Vacuum problems

? A list of the PDF-s or something. A while back a nice soul sent me a speedometer check list and it was quite helpful. It is OK to send me stuff off list ( like if it is big) George Larribeau Dallas, TX From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thu Mar 23 20:25:21 2006 Received: from smtp2.williams.com

Re: [MBZ] 300SD 1985 Vacuum problems

?? George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, March 23, 2006 3:51 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300SD 1985 Vacuum problems I first start driving. 'But of course' the door locks work

Re: [MBZ] 300SD 1985 Vacuum problems

Received replacement vacuum hose Wednesday, of course it looks different than the one in my car. Called Rusty's on it and I am convinced that the available documentation lists the part number of the replacement hose as 126 430 12 29. I do not know the part number of the hose my car came

Re: [MBZ] Enzo crash update

Update: Mar 18 - 1:00 PM EST - The folks at Ferrari have estimated that it will cost between $250,000 and $300,000 to fix the Enzo. AAA ERRR please would some one define 'fix' I do like the cake, I guess you can have your cake and eat it too ?? George Larribeau Dallas, TX

[MBZ] 85 300SD Radiator Hose Fan Clutch service.

(demonized if available) but heard otherwise. I have a new thermostat, have not yet decided on replacement, my old one is working OK. George Larribeau Dallas, Tx From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thu Apr 27 16:11:46 2006 Received: from smtpout.mac.com ([17.250.248.183]) by server5.arterytc5.net

[MBZ] OT:Diesel Ford transit at nurburgring

French, the lovers Swiss and it is all organized by the Italians. George Larribeau Dallas, Texas

[MBZ] 85-300SD Valve Adjustment

(faint Yellow? Pearl Light is darker that that!) George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 170K 1987 HD FLHTC 86K 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 110K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW R50

[MBZ] 300SD - 85 - Throttle linkage

my time? I wanted to avoid re-adjusting it .. George Larribeau Dallas, Texas 1985 300SD 190K 1987 HD FLHTC 86K 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 115K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW

Re: [MBZ] 300SD - 85 - Throttle linkage

one of the pivots spun 180 deg around Did not think of that, will investigate ... George Larribeau - Original Message - From: Steve MacSween [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, June 06, 2006 12:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300SD - 85

Re: [MBZ] [Fwd: Re: MB Info Access-to http://skinnerbox.steaky.org/]

a remanf. Transmission. Worked fine. 2 years latter the car got totaled. I loved that car It's demise saddens me to this day. I still find it strange that MB doesn't allow reprints of the older service books and only sells the CD-s That is a bit corporate of them. George Larribeau Dallas, Texas

Re: [MBZ] 300SD - 85 - Throttle linkage

did not tighten the locknuts on the valve adjusters properly and they were getting lose pending doom and disaster (maybe it was just the numeric value of yesterdays date), got up at 5am, removed valve cover every thing hunky dory .. Silly Me . George Larribeau Dallas, Texas 1985 300SD 190K 1987

[MBZ] 85 300SD Auxiliary cooling fan thermo switch interment?

mystery sensor. George Larribeau Dallas, Texas 1985 300SD 190K 1987 HD FLHTC 86K 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 115K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW R50/2 (Wife's MC, currently

Re: [MBZ] A possibly entertaining story, addition.

into safety equipment a clean windshield and a clear mind. And some reference as to if drivers were strapped to the front bumpers of cars there would be a hell of a lot less accidents .. George Larribeau Dallas, Texas - Original Message - From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED

[MBZ] location of Aux Cooling fan temperature switch 1985 300SD?

changes? George Larribeau Dallas, Texas 1985 300SD 190K 1987 HD FLHTC 86K 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 115K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW R50/2 (Wife's MC, currently in a Basket

[MBZ] DIY AC repair in modern times

I try to find some oil in a bottle and pore it in while reassembling the system. When I open it I have been told to look for 'mud' and if it has it, it will need to be purged ..Sugestions . George Larribeau Dallas, Texas 1985 300SD 190K 1987 HD FLHTC 86K 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972

Re: [MBZ] DIY AC repair in modern times

decided to mimic a fragmentation grenade yet. I was hoping to be lucky and just have a weak compressor. This could make the repair easer. When I get the system open what do I look for to determine if it is contaminated Maybe I could get lucky and not replace the expansion valve? George Larribeau

Re: [MBZ] DIY AC repair in modern times

be easily identified ?) George Larribeau Dallas, Texas 1985 300SD 190K 1987 HD FLHTC 86K 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 115K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW R50/2 (Wife's MC, currently

Re: [MBZ] DIY AC repair in modern times

don't what to go on the cart George Larribeau Dallas, Texas 1985 300SD 190K 1987 HD FLHTC 86K 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 115K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW R50/2 (Wife's MC

Re: [MBZ] Salvage titles

with salvage titles in my experience has less effect on the cars desirability. George Larribeau Dallas Texas Why do salvage titles scare people so much? How do insurance companies feel about insuring salvage vehicles? Any hands-on personal experience? And if you buy a car whose factory

Re: [MBZ] DIY AC repair in modern times

line and sinker? What should I look for with the gauges on it tomorrow? The systems I worked on 20 years ago were 220V AC operated. Compressor output was constant. I am trying to understand when it should be working? (in terms of RPM) George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 170K 1987 HD FLHTC

Re: [MBZ] DIY AC repair in modern times

reason I like to do it then! That, and using test refrigerant instead of R12 means it's not cookbook time, you have to tinker with the (under-)charge. -- Jim Jim, what is test refrigerant is there a FAQ ? if you have been over and over this is it in the archives ? George Larribeau

Re: [MBZ] DIY AC repair in modern times

In electrical terms, it's like trying to diagnose a battery/starter problem using only a voltmeter and your brain. That's what most of us do and it certainly works, but it's _so_ much easier to _also_ use an ammeter to measure the current draw rather than trying to infer it. Thank you I am

[MBZ] Fuel Leak Diesel 300SD 85

sources of EURO OEM type hose here in Dallas. George Larribeau Dallas From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wed Feb 08 00:38:24 2006 Received: from rwcrmhc13.comcast.net ([216.148.227.153]) by server5.arterytc5.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1F6dLk-0007fp-2w for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Wed, 08 Feb 2006

[MBZ] Fuel Leak Diesel 300SD 85

sources of EURO OEM type hose here in Dallas. George Larribeau Dallas From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thu Feb 09 16:21:56 2006 Received: from bay101-dav9.bay101.hotmail.com ([64.4.56.81] helo=hotmail.com) by server5.arterytc5.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1F7EYN-0004P2-PR for [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Odometer Repair

instrument cluster by hand, no metal hooks or L things, and just pull out. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of George Larribeau Sent: Thursday, February 09, 2006 3:26 PM To: Mail List MBZ Subject: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Odometer Repair My

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD(126) Climate control repairs

' and shows one with a different climate control system. What am I missing? Suggestions any one ?? George Larribeau Dallas, Texas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Sunday, December 02, 2007 8:03 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List

[MBZ] Fw: 612 Radio Service

I sent my Radio to Becker fot repair. Has any one done this? Did you go for the exchange or the repair ?? I have decided aganist the AUX input however. Thank you in advance. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Mitchell, Thomas To: George Larribeau Sent

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD(126) Climate control repairs

replaced my motor when it went bad. George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K - Original Message - From: Rory [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, December 13, 2007 11:18 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD(126) Climate control

[MBZ] Vacuum elements in a 85 300SD (126 chassis ) - any one else been here ???

air connection hose to necessary extent in 83-150. Now 83-150 has me totally confused. 83-150 covers RR Venetian blind and RR of frame. Which is it? What is shutter center referred to in the instruction 83-665 (vacuum elements, where I started) Got a bit lost. George Larribeau Dallas Texas

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum elements in a 85 300SD (126 chassis) - any oneelse been here ???

in 83-150.n 83-665 Refers to removing shutter center and loosen air connection hose to necessary extent in 83-150. George Larribeau Dallas, Texas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Wednesday, January 09, 2008 9:59 PM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum elements in a 85 300SD (126 chassis) - any oneelsebeen here ???

Yeh Trying to learn how to remove the center dash vent with out breaking it. I think that the louvers have a clip that they rotate on up and down that is removed with long nose pliers ... George Larribeau - Original Message - From: Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum elements in a 85 300SD (126 chassis) - anyoneelsebeen here ???

I got the 'blinds' out of the vent. Removed all of the screws. There were screws inside on the top and bottom and a 'screw' that attached to the 'air' slider under the vent. However the vent 'frame' seems to be securely fastened to the dash. Does part of the dash come off ?? George Larribeau

[MBZ] Now: Removing Center Vent frame 85 300D (126) Was: Vacuum elements in a 85 300SD (126 chassis) -anyoneelsebeen here ???

bloody fingers for some time. George Larribeau Dallas, Texas George Larribeau Dallas, Texas You need to remove the center dash vent and pull the duct off behind it. If it's like the W124, the wheel that operates the damper inside is held in place with an allen head screw, accessable from

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum elements in a 85 300SD (126 chassis) - any oneelse been here?

self why do I punish my self so . George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 125K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum elements in a 85 300SD (126 chassis) - any oneelsebeen here?

.. How does one go about replacing the lamp in the shifter I have the console out, I have not yet removed the four bolts that attach it to the tunnel . George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum elements in a 85 300SD (126 chassis) - anyoneelsebeen here?

Have not found the clip yet, get the drift however ..I have Saturday morning reserved for fooling around with it ..most likely will just take out the 4 bolts and say why George you should have seen that, It is so Obvious ... George Larribeau Dallas Texas There is a plastic clip arrangement

[MBZ] 1985 300SD odometer repair

/? product that reminds me of vacuum grease but a bit lighter .) George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD odometer repair

the other gears today. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: George Larribeau [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, January 24, 2008 4:33 PM Subject: [MBZ] 1985 300SD odometer repair I got my odometer gear today from

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum elements in a 85 300SD (126 chassis) -anyoneelsebeen here?

replaced that goes to all of the fiber optic cables nice having the indicator lights on the shifter in the dark.., replaced the rubber boot in the shifter funky. Am currently repairing the dash wood and the wood that covers the glove box door. George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD

Re: [MBZ] OT, computers again

not ... Good Luck hope this can help. George Larribeau where abouts secret, just put on my tin foil hat .. oopps I did mean microsoft ... On Mon, 2008-01-28 at 20:58 -0600, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: speaking of windows update, I have 2 different computers that I do the windows update

[MBZ] 1985 300SD radio repair - report

flawlessly. I am completely satisfied. The folks at Becker were nice, there was none of the we don't fix old stuff nonsense.. George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD odometer repair - follow up

pair of Klien diagonal cutters and cracked off the brass insert kind of like what a nut splitter would do. The E1 gear did press on at this point with out major fuss but this does require some care. George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal

Re: [MBZ] the mailman shows up this morning

teletype ASR/KSR and the rest, I think working on those things may have been worse that my recent 126/center vent vacuum actuator. George Larribeau Dallas Texas ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] the mailman shows up this morning

Yep .. funny how M$-DOS looks kind of like CPM probly just an accedient :-) ... CPM had almost all external commands and the drive letters were different. I had a Kpro that ran CPM and a XEROX 820 that had an 8085 CPM thing with a weird 8086 accessory that ran CPM-86. Stuck on. Most likely

Re: [MBZ] the mailman shows up this morning

Bill Gates bought the OS from the original developer re-named it PC-DOS ver 1.0 for IBM, then he published his own version as MS-DOS. Thats one version of the story ... At: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/86-DOS under: Intellectual property dispute there is another,

Re: [MBZ] Need to call this Forum Everything BUT Mercedes Forum

Does it need the OT tag if the word Mercedes is in the subject line but it's contents is not != Mercedes ?? What a kundrum George Larribeau Dallas Texas And that would be great, if folks always bothered to add the OT tag...which ironically is missing on this one

Re: [MBZ] OT, computers again

Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT, computers again thanks dude, I will give that a try. George Larribeau wrote: Kaleb, I am assuming W2K or XP. Try the 'custom button after it 'thinks' for a while you will get a list with the 'critical updates on it (there is also lists for 'optional software and hardware

Re: [MBZ] the mailman shows up this morning

don't think capitalism is all that weird you might help him out by buying a couple hamburgers Well ... I still eat meat ...so much for idealism George Larribeau Dallas Texas ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Marshall Booth, email archive

Chris, I just realized that I work with your brother Andy in Carrollton , Texas George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Christopher Kueny [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, December 29, 2007 6:07 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ

[MBZ] Mobile syn ATF in power steering for 85 300SD?

I have been using the power steering fluid in the 'blue bottle' in my 1985 300sd however I use the Mobil syn ATF in the Tyranny ..Has any one used the Mobile syn ATF in the power steering and have you had good luck with it ?? This was a posting from back from Marshall last year, orginaly

[MBZ] Stupid monovalve question ...

After reading the 'pdf's' I just realized, the monovalve is normally open and it takes an electric current to close it ...do they ever fail stuck closed? Shutting off the water to the heater ?? George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2

Re: [MBZ] Stupid monovalve question ...

Is that a common failure or is it rare ?? George Larribeau Dallas Texas Seems like they'd have to seize on a summer day with the heat off, or at least stick hard enough that the spring can't move them. If the solenoid is much stronger than the spring, I can imagine a situation where

Re: [MBZ] OT: Computers

Zenith Any one else here ever built a Heath Kit ?? George Larribeau Dallas Texas The only reason I quit using my 8mhz Zenith notebook was that it refused to power up one day, even after I took both batteries out for an hour. It wasn't suitable for web browsing or windoze, but worked fine

[MBZ] 1985 300SD HVAC repair The Aftermath ..

it. It appears that this has been done in the past. George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 125K

Re: [MBZ] Need help with a panel, 1986 300 SDL

funky. On my car the little pocket just forward of the trim plate retains it and the ash try retains the pocket. George Larribeau Dallas Texas snip That's how mine work in the 82 SD. snip I removed the wood panel that holds the window switches and surrounds the shifter. I have been

Re: [MBZ] why america is finished NOW SEARS (was: pizza, not mercedes)

something to be desired. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2008 9:18 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] why america is finished NOW SEARS (was: pizza,not mercedes) some

Re: [MBZ] OT Tube testers

buried in that link is this link with a picture of a Tektronix 570 Tube sweeper . vey cool thing ... http://www.akh.se/tubes/tubetest.htm George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, February 05

[MBZ] 126 chassis 85 300SD Interior temperature sensor - diagnosing

trying to remove it I have read the WKI and am a bit confused by it and I don't want to trash the interior. Any ideas?? George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Primer pump leaks .

300TD 260E motor work. George Larribeau [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I ordered a new primer pump from Rusty. The new one is different in that it does not appear to 'lock down' . - Be a better Heartthrob. Get better relationship answers from someone who

[MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

). A while back when it needed glow plugs it started hard, idled real 'ruff' and would smoke. It runs good at 3K or so on the interstate. So does it have the same kind of motor mounts like in the OM603 Engine Vibration thread or do I need to look else where? George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

over the map on pop pressure. Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 9/10/07, George Larribeau [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My 300SD vibrates cold real bad, the vibration diminished when warmed up. It gets real noticeable below 1200 Rpm or so. At first I thought is was an abrupt new behavior but I now

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

, September 11, 2007 11:31 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration George Larribeau wrote: Suggestions on where I could send / take them Check the listings under diesel injection service in your local yellow pages. Mitch. ___ http

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

What are the heat sheilds ?? - Original Message - From: John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, September 11, 2007 1:23 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration George Larribeau wrote: Rusty lists injectors

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

Diesel Purge delivered full strength What is the best technique for this? Fill secondary filter and start ?? George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, September 11

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

I ordered the injectors from Rusty and am going to give it a try, BTW they come with new heat shields. Can the injectors be removed without unloosening the pluming at the pump end? Will it flex just enough to get the injectors out and (hopefully in)? George Larribeau Dallas Texas PS: How

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Injectors (was Re: 1985 300SD NastyEngineVibration)

Can I get them off the IP with a flair nut wrench, or am I gonna need to het the fancy Hazzet of set crow foot tool ? George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, September 12

[MBZ] OT 1994 BMW 325 (E36) Front Struts

not totally checked that out yet. Will find another if necessary) George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 220K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW

[MBZ] Fw: Replacing Injectors (was Re: 1985300SD NastyEngineVibration)

the diesel purge though them? I guess this is best done on a Hot engine, Right? George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Robert Tara Ludwick [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, September 12, 2007 12:38 PM Subject

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Injectors

Well I did the diesel purge thing after I got home from work. Rigged it up with a bottle and was able to drive it around the neighborhood. Saturday morning I plan to replace the Injectors ... George Larribeau -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf

Re: [MBZ] Fw: Replacing Injectors (was Re:1985300SD NastyEngineVibration)

?? George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 220K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 125K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW R50/2 (Wife's MC, currently

Re: [MBZ] Fw:ReplacingInjectors(was Re:1985300SD NastyEngineVibration)

I will give it another look ... I don't thing they seemed bad. Whap is the best test ? George Larribeau - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, September 17, 2007 1:26 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] Fw: Replacing Injectors(was Re:1985300SD NastyEngineVibration)

it for a while there is only a slight discoloration of soot on the bumper. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, September 17, 2007 11:48 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fw: Replacing

Re: [MBZ] Fw: Replacing Injectors(was Re:1985300SDNastyEngineVibration)

around, I hope it's the mounts ... George Larribeau -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of dave walton Sent: Monday, September 17, 2007 6:09 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fw: Replacing Injectors(was Re

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

not touched the IP. Use straight dino juice from the 'gas' station. A possibility is the rack damper bolt on the back of the IP, but, if it was mis-adjusted or worn out, I think you would see the engine visibly rock (its been like that when I've adjusted mine). visibly rock??? How much ?? George

Re: [MBZ] Fw:ReplacingInjectors(was Re:1985300SD NastyEngineVibration)

The front mounts are questionable and the engine shocks don't look happy. I will order new ones tomorrow. George Larribeau -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Monday, September 17, 2007 5:19 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject

Re: [MBZ] Fw: ReplacingInjectors(was Re:1985300SDNastyEngineVibration)

it run a bit stronger. It is responsive and accerallates as good as is has ever as far as my experience with it. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, September 18

[MBZ] Replacing Engine Mounts 85 300SD ( Was ReplacingInjectors(was Re:1985300SD NastyEngineVibration))

to regulate on going down slow ...Maybe I'll make an injector test stand from the old jack's pump ...ha ha. Now it is nice and smooth. (and quite), hard for me to get use to bad engine mounts making some thing run like it wants to blow up. It was so loud pedestrians were frightened of it. George Larribeau

[MBZ] 126 chassis front spring removal ..

. Has any one use on of these? I have taken springs out of many other vehicles and know of the dangers involved. ( yes I have seen springs get lose, not a pretty sight). George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 220K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi

Re: [MBZ] 126 chassis front spring removal ..

an internal hook type compressor that the ME here at work has used on his Ram Charger. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'archer' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, September 26, 2007 2

[MBZ] Fw: 126 chassis front spring removal ..

Sent this earlier, doesn't look like it got through George Larribeau I just used one to remove the front springs on my 99 E300. do you mean the KD thing ?? PS: I don't want to start an 'incident' on the list. Just asking. It may be true about the factory tool however I wish to pursue

Re: [MBZ] The Sprinter

One of my neighbors has a nice camper made from a sprinter, sort of a modern VW camper. Pricey for what they are, but I sure do like them. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent

[MBZ] Injectors - decided to keep old ones ..

. My old ones are German. It is most likely that my old injectors will need new nozzles. I have seen another nozzle provider that is Italian Bosio, I believe. Any one ever mess with this?? George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 204K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K

Re: [MBZ] Vega Blocks Aluminum Heads and GM (on a cl ear day you can see .)

to the Dealer') (Had some fancy feature in the ECU to shut down the fuel to alternating cylinders or something. I've always wondered about this ..after the 50 miles, just what part(s) do you need from the dealer? 2 bottles of prestone? Gaskets ? Motor in crate ?? George Larribeau Dallas Texas

Re: [MBZ] OT: would you buy a rental car?

engineer in the computer industry. Traveled a lot and rented a lot of cars. All I can say about that is I would want to discuss the statue of limitation with a lawyer before divulging how they were driven. George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2

[MBZ] MY 1985 300SD got hit ...

at this time. They are recommending finding a salvage door. Out side of inspecting the door before it is 'messed with' (to be sure it is cancer free), any suggestions? George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS

[MBZ] 1985 300SD (126 CAR) Rear door vacuum lock (element)

required. The question is on mounting it 4 holes ?? vs 3 in a triangle .. and the stroke, I don't think it will pull in enough .. George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck

[MBZ] 1985 300SD (126 CAR) Rear door vacuum lock (element)

required. The question is on mounting it 4 holes ?? vs 3 in a triangle .. and the stroke, I don't think it will pull in enough .. George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD (126 CAR) Rear door vacuum lock (element)

and it is actually for the other door. This is hopefully becoming the end of a long fiasco. The part that I have is new in the bag and looks like the one in the Web picture. I would like to use it. Money is a bit tight right George Larribeau -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto

Re: [MBZ] super simple circuit for a Tachometer

at www.sherline.com are cool however .. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2007 12:31 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] super simple circuit for a Tachometer With all

Re: [MBZ] How I really feel about Hylomar (was Losing cooland, somewhere)

I am also a believer in Hylomar, unfortunately Permatex no longer sells it. However it was made under license by Permatex and is still available but more pricey .. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Robert Bigham [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED

[MBZ] Radio Repair 85 300 SD

Want to have my radio repaired. It has become interment. Cracked solder - circuit trace. I really don't have the time to mess with it. At one time there was a post about a shop thqat would repair them , flat rate maybe ?? Found www.continentalimports.com in Florida but I thought it was some one

[MBZ] Shifter Light 85 300sd

Tried to replace the lamp that lights up the shifter indicator on the console (a the console apart to service the window switches an can not figure out how to get to the lamp. I have the service CD and cannot F\find the pdf on it. What am I missing?? (besides common sense, would think the thing

[MBZ] FW: Fw: Radio Repair 85 300 SD

this ? George Larribeau -Original Message- From: Jaime Kopchinski [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 4:12 PM To: George Larribeau Subject: Re: Fw: [MBZ] Radio Repair 85 300 SD Hi George, It always amazes me to find out how few people know we still exist here

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD (126 CAR) Rear door vacuum lock (element)

I installed the '4 hole' element on Saturday, just used the upper holes. Bolted right in works fine. The 202 800 04 53 'plug' is a new type of connector and was very useful. I replaced the existing hose but I don't think this was necessary. George Larribeau -Original Message- From

[MBZ] 1985 300SD (126) Right rear window does not go up.

Now on the door that had the bad lock the window started to malfunction. Turns out that the little plastic slider that is 'steaked on to the end of the window lift arm is broken. Is there a repair for this? It is a shame to buy a whole window lift for a piece of plastic. George Larribeau

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD (126) Right rear window does not go up.

So it is a replacement part? Did you drill the old one off (rivet) or grind it ? George Larribeau -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Sunday, December 02, 2007 10:33 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD

[MBZ] 1985 300SD(126) Climate control repairs

Need to attend to the HVAC system in the car, the aspirator fan died and the temp sensor is now mostly useless. And there is a vacuum leak in the controls that has degraded to the point of the vents just no longer function. I got the aspirator fan out (by removing the glove box) and have been

[MBZ] 1985 300SD Primer pump leaks .

just stay on 2 wheels till I got if fixed, but I had a wreck and got busted up and am still healing and am currently restricted to 'cages' George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 220K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick

Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges

My old VW bug (no longer have it) used 2.5 quarts, filter did not matter because it did not have one ...But the air cleaned was oil bath, think it used about third of a quart can't quite remember .. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] 84 126 diesel mileage

in Dallas called 635, so 60-75% is stopped or crawling and the rest is about 80. I have had a little over 26 on highway trips Err what is 55 ?? George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick

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