Re: [MBZ] Harmonic Balancer

and they didn't last nearly as long as the later design - often failed without much warning. Were recalled. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Jargon: Request for clarification/translation

-turbo diesels is an ADA, while the pressure fuel enrichment control on a turbo is an ALDA. They are similar devices but serve different functions. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Considering 87 190D 5 sp

in excessive engine wear. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] The evil broken lug nut is OUT, rear, 300 SDL

and is NOT a super lubricant (and both of those characteristics are desirable in this application). It also has the advantage of being solid at most outside temperatures and as such can be tossed as a hunk into your tool box and is not at all messy to install/apply. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't

Re: [MBZ] overheating engines

obligatory to use a question mark to end a question? Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] Getting taken by mechanic currently

. The former is about 20% more efficient, gets almost 25% better economy, starts without the block heater at 10-20 colder temperatures. I expect the only common parts for the two engines are the injectors, glow lugs and radiator cap! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ

Re: [MBZ] 1996 E300D OM606.912 delivery valve diesel leak

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Re: [MBZ] The evil broken lug nut is OUT, rear, 300 SDL

loosen them, apply paraffin, and re-tighten to spec. DO NOT ALLOW THE PARAFFIN TO TOUCH EITHER THE LUG OR WHEEL SEAT. Haven't had a lug seize since I started using this technique. A long extension is MUCH more likely to shear the lug that a rattle gun. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum Pump replacement - M602-962 91 300D 2.5T

.maybe I have a syringe I can push into the hose - Anyway - any guidance to the WSM info or VP replacement would be helpful - You have described the process nicely - better than the Mercedes description as I recall. You need the non-dam gasket for your '91 engine. Marshall -- Marshall Booth

Re: [MBZ] Aluminum Head Diesels

owned (but hardly the cheapest to own) for the 20+ years I've owned it! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Winter Mobil 1 for OM617 - what grade?

the engine turning fast enough to start, but that's the the coldest temp I've experienced in the last 40+ years. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] Aluminum Head Diesels

an engine that has NOT been properly maintained. Measuring and servicing the trap is covered in the engine manual. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] W140 1994 S350 Idle problem.

engines I've owned when the symptoms you describe appeared. In an earlier OM60x engine (not equipped with an overvoltage relay), replacing the connectors from the engine speed sensor to the wiring harness restored function. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh

Re: [MBZ] Bio-d in new Benzes

anything else will void the warranty and may lead to major problems with the emissions control system (and they are EXPENSIVE to repair I've been told). Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Bio-d in new Benzes

from different materials than those sold in Europe because of the poor quality of US fuels. Once the ULSD standards were implemented Bosch/Mercedes could use injection parts made from the same materials in US and Euro cars. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh

Re: [MBZ] What constitutes harmful overheating? 87 190D

the peg as the coolant in the passages that aren't complete filled with coolant tries to boil. Coolant vapor isn't worth a damn as a coolant! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http

Re: [MBZ] M103 vs OM603 vs OM617: Help me decide

very different maintenance issues than cars powered by 617.95 engines. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Sunroof quit

a junker assembly. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] 78 240D AT fit 83 300D Turbo?

LarryT wrote: Hmm... I'm wondering if I should go ahead and replace the B2 as PM for my 78? IIRC, they're not rea expensive - will check on it - The 78 transmissions don't exhibit the B-2 failure. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Re: [MBZ] PS fluid question

. Conventional DexronIII/Mercon is a bit too viscous in cold weather. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] Blower fuse blows slow

too small for the job. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] engine speed sensor

sensor leads into the wiring harness can corrode and I've had to clean and/or replace them on several cars powered by OM60x engines. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Transmission toasted

assemblies. They ARE remanufactured a plants in Europe. They carry a 1-4 year warranty (specific to each part). They used to be a good value. Since the dollar has fallen (compared to the Euro) they are no longer a good value. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh

Re: [MBZ] Trans Fluid

was running cool. I'd like to plumb one into my 300SD sometime, just for kicks. Your 300SD (if it's a 126) should already have a transmission fluid cooler! Not sure about a 116 SD. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Gas W140? Was - rod bender

, but the head gasket tended to need replacing at ~ 90kmi. Absolutely nothing common about the diesel and gas engines. The 140 is a money pit. Lots of wonderful features and it drives like a dream, BUT it's expensive to maintain. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School

Re: [MBZ] 190D fuel primer pump

don't let it go dry! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

returns as the Cetane index drops. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration - new twist

Craig McCluskey wrote: On Tue, 11 Sep 2007 16:16:56 -0400 Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On some cars (201s for sure) the only way the vibration damper is available is along with front half of the driveshaft. At least one member of this forum has replaced the front driveshaft

Re: [MBZ] M! for gassers

European Car Formula 5W-40. There may be others, but I trust those oils! Here's a complete list of ALL Mercedes approved oils: http://www.whnet.com/4x4/oil.html These meet the minimum Mercedes specs, but they are NOT all equivalent. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ

Re: [MBZ] Green Power Steering Fluid??

Mercedes change to a proprietary power steering fluid. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] high altitude driving problem - CONTINUED

the actual number if you provide the year and model car you are discussing (and whether it is California certified). It's more than just desirable to provide that information IN EVERY post referring to that car. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School

Re: [MBZ] high altitude driving problem - CONTINUED

Marshall Booth wrote: The pressure line from the ALDA, thru the switchover valve, to the intake manifold MUST be open and free of obstruction. Blow (from the ALDA end toward the manifold - there should be no more resistance to air flow than would be expected from a large drinking straw

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

and knowledge to operate it is required. If the motor mounts have deteriorated (and they surely have if they are more that 10 years old) that will exacerbate even the slightest imbalance. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

bar for the engine to run smoothly. So, whether you rebuild or replace your injectors, they need to be calibrated! Some shops are equipped to do this, but many are not. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration - new twist

. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

Rich Thomas wrote: So is that true, these are the same product? Diesel Purge I never see, Techron is in the auto parts store. --R Marshall Booth wrote: I'd start with a dose of a superior injector cleaner (Diesel Purge delivered full strength or Chevron Techron concentrate

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

be of the proper quality of steel or they can shatter (don't ask how I know that) and that can destroy the injector. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

to the post. I find it easier to simple pour a bottle of Techron Concentrate into the fuel tank and drive the car as you ordinarily do. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- next part -- A non-text

Re: [MBZ] Mystery Noise Time - Embarrasingly Loud

, you can't rule them out even if they have been recently replaced. The rear (transmission) mount is much more difficult to check. If it's original, I can almost guaranty it should be replaced. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Mystery Noise Time - Embarrasingly Loud

they get bad enough, a sudden stop can shove the engine right through the radiator (making a mess of the fan, fan clutch, belt tensioner and sometime even the timing cover as well as the radiator). Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] How to hold viscous couple W124

the pulley from turning (but that may destroy the belt - especially if it's not quite new). Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration

. Not something that can easily diagnosed without a LOT more information. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Mystery Noise Time - Embarrasingly Loud

bearing or any device driven by the belt. Does the fan blade move more than 10 mm front to back? That's about the limit before service is required. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http

Re: [MBZ] people are on crack

heating AC system. 50 mpg is a stretch, but I've gotten 44-45 with mine. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Mystery Noise Time - Embarrasingly Loud

be related to WAY OVERFILLING the transmission if transmission fluid overflow did in the rear engine (transmission) mount (but I doubt it). The noise is likely the fan rubbing against the fan shroud! Very common after motor mounts start to fail. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret

Re: [MBZ] 2.5DT Idle and turbo issues

exceeds the limits. When were the fuel and filters changed? Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] 2.5 DT

into limp home mode. The later engine has a more complex computer control and emissions system that is more difficult to repair. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Oil, oil everywhere, 87 300TD

head gasket leaking above the alternator. Is the belt tensioner roller parallel to the belt? If the tensioner arm starts to loosen a fair amount of oil can leak from the threaded fitting, but that oil usually end up being thrown by the belt in a line from side to side. Marshall -- Marshall Booth

Re: [MBZ] Air cells W124

records this was last done only some 6 km prior. If you use factory nitrogen cells, life tends to be upwards of 10+ years or 150kmi. With aftermarket cells, I've had them fail in 1-3 years. The factory rubber parts are FAR superior. Same with motor mounts! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D

Re: [MBZ] Om603 Vacuum pump failure indicators

-250kmi. If it's leaking CHANGE IT, an if the vacuum doesn't meet spec CHANGE IT. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor

Re: [MBZ] Om603 Vacuum pump failure indicators

often than damaged timers. A failed vacuum pump on a 60x engine is to be avoided even if it means replacing perfectly good pumps from time to time. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] OM603 introduction - observations

the lifters quiet if you continue to use conventional oil! I've seen them get noisy within a few weeks! Injectors and glow plugs last about as long as they did in OM61x engines (150-250kmi). Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Wiper arm won't go back down 190D

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Re: [MBZ] cracked head any thoughts?

experimenting with Evans waterless coolant to see if I can temporarily decrease this pressure from exhaust gases. I have heard so many nightmares of new heads doing the same thing. -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] What's that squicky sound?

for the earlier hazard light flasher. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] cracked head any thoughts?

Mitch Haley wrote: Marshall Booth wrote: Sure would be nice if you mentioned the year and model car you were discussing!! On Saturday, it was a '86 SDL. Then it will be necessary to pull the head to determine if it's the head or the head gasket. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D

Re: [MBZ] Stupid stalling smoky TD's, yes we have them

resistance than blowing through a large drinking straw. If there is pressure - clean out the line! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] Ultra low sulfur diesel. Trouble for old injector pumps?

be replaced, but until forced to, most refiners didn't. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] What happened to the VW rabit diesels from the 1980's

friends that worked at the VW plant (now a Sony plant). The cars were assemble there with many US parts, BUT the diesel engines all came preassembled from Germany!! Fit and finish of the US built cars was substantially inferior to the German built. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof

Re: [MBZ] Ultra low sulfur diesel. Trouble for old injector pumps?

#A2 http://fleetowner.com/mag/fleet_abcs_ulsd/ http://www.clean-diesel.org/faqs.html Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] Fuses

. NO MORE! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] 603 ALDA tweaking and fuel economy

). The ALDA didn't do it. All it does is raise fuel as boost increases. No boost, no ALDA action. If there's too much fuel, then there will be smoke! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http

Re: [MBZ] 603 ALDA tweaking and fuel economy

Alex Chamberlain wrote: On 8/23/07, Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If you're putting more fuel into the engine and not getting more power out then there WILL be smoke. If no smoke then the fuel is going somewhere other than the engine (or you are doing a lot more work - like

Re: [MBZ] 603 ALDA tweaking and fuel economy

one in 40+ years) providing you use a certified rebuilder. It ain't rocket science! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor

Re: [MBZ] Self-leveler on a W123 sedan?

LWB250 wrote: Self-leveling suspension was available as an option on 123 chassis models (and possibly others) but it was the same system as the wagons with an engine driven pump, nitrogen spheres and the rest. Dan NEVER available as a US 123 option. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't

Re: [MBZ] 603 ALDA tweaking and fuel economy

, economy drops. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] 603 ALDA tweaking and fuel economy

it and often breaks the cam shaft. That can ruin your day. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] 603 ALDA tweaking and fuel economy

adjust it). You will have smoke if injector(s) dribble, have rotten spray pattern or are way out of the proper pop pressures. A cracked head or head gasket CAN do it too. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Post Falls SL musings

to keep the engine running to drive the front pump. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] CL 190D 5speed in AZ

Robert Rentfro wrote: What do you reckon is wrong with this? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/400626863.html B\Almost surely a blown head gasket between the #1 piston and the chain vault Rather common with early OM60x engines. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof

Re: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage

. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Alignment Time

or three - usually because at least one was improperly done).. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] Alignment Time and steering box adjustment

than 10-12 mm. Maximum allowable play is 25 mm. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage

Luther wrote: How much oil useage can worn valve guides cause? As much oil as you've got when it gets bad enough! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] A/C Question

on). Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] CL 190D 5speed in AZ

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Re: [MBZ] Stuck wheel!!!!!

spontaneously come loose either when properly torqued. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] Anti sieze on aluminum wheels

Robert Bigham wrote: I never before heard of a wheel so tight it took driving with loose lugs to get it loose fro the hub. Wow. Happens routinely in the rust belt! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Air Filter service life.

. When the warm engine star5s to smoke at idle or the top speed and acceleration time start to drop (or 30kmi has passed) it's time to change the filter! Only use Mercedes approved filters! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Air Filter service life.

and the plumbing that replaced it) and because there are relatively few California certified cars, the filters are expensive. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Air Filter service life.

Marshall Booth wrote: Your criteria is WAY too conservative. When the warm engine star5s to smoke at idle or the top speed and acceleration time start to drop (or 30kmi has passed) it's time to change the filter! Only use Mercedes approved filters! Marshall Under extremely harsh

Re: [MBZ] Alignment Time

, but the alignment will NOT result in much or even any improvement). Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] Was: RAMBO ... Now: Mobil 1

Wonko the Sane wrote: I was trying to start a new oil thread so we could talk about something other than guns and penis size. AMEN! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Anti seize on glow plugs (was) aluminum wheels

with the blown boot with a good used or NEW one. Don't consider a rebuilt one. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Now Emission Test Alignment Time

a fraction of one percent that can be achieved with very carefully calibrated machinery. Not crude at all. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] Was: RAMBO ... Now: Mobil 1

high in an OM61x engined car. I would recommend M-1 15W-50 even in winter in the northern US. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] [ SPAM ] Re: tick, tick, tick, very fast under the hood?

. Sounds like the cruise control actuator going CRAZY. I expect that is possible if the feedback loop becomes intermittent or opens. Try unplugging it. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] 280E, AT, won't shift into third

need adjustment OR it may be worn out! It is, after all, 30 years old! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Jacking vehicle up to change ATF filter

hurt to ask. Talking about the 87 190D. Since you have to remove the pan to change the filter (the filter really MUST be changed with the ATF change) it doesn't matter, but the drain plug is at the back and so I'd jack up the front of the car. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof

Re: [MBZ] Oil gauge was Re: 83' 300D Greasecar for sale

AND the condition of the O rings (part # 015-997-94-48) on the oil filter cap stem (the really do need to be changed every 20-30kmi). Once the harden the no longer serve their intended function. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Speedo accuracy

, and which speed is more likely to be correct? Allan There is NO assurance that the sign is accurate. They vary more than 10% in my experience. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Speedo accuracy

get a majority to approve it. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 86 300SDL

is removed. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Mann Oil Filters Coming Apart

) and adding a qt of oil with each change. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] thoughts on diesel clatter

smoothly (providing everything else is working as it should). Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] thoughts on diesel clatter

valve clatter when it fails. Push on the shock upper and lower bushing with the engine running and if the clatter is altered or subsides, you've found the problem. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] thoughts on diesel clatter

. Timing? EGR? Adjust the ALDA clockwise until the smoke is barely visible at 4000+ rpm at full load, full pedal. Then measure 0-62 mph acceleration! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Mann Oil Filters Coming Apart

not filtered? I put a Hengst in this time to see what happens. Any chance that the filters got wet. Counterfeit filters are NOT unknown! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Changing ATF and Filter 190D

plug torque (both) is 14 Nm (~10 lb-ft). Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] 300D Transmission Service Question

math). Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

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