Re: [MBZ] The bronze rat

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Bronze Rat "No," says the man, "I came back to see if you have a bronze Mexican, a bronze Muslim cleric, a bronze Democrat, & anything French." Priceless!! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned qu

Re: [MBZ] 115 blower??

ost states. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] 126 evaporator

Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: hmmm, I had never heard that. We try to teach you something new every day! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi,

Re: [MBZ] Serpentine Belt Lower Pivot - Need Help!

David Brodbeck wrote: Marshall Booth wrote: David Brodbeck wrote: General question about serp. belts -- is checking on the smooth side acceptable, as long as the ribbed side isn't cracked? Or should I replace a belt that shows this kind of wear? The ribbed side of the belt is cl

Re: [MBZ] Serpentine Belt Lower Pivot - Need Help!

David Brodbeck wrote: Marshall Booth wrote: Replace the belt if there are ANY cracks on the ribbed side. General question about serp. belts -- is checking on the smooth side acceptable, as long as the ribbed side isn't cracked? Or should I replace a belt that shows this kind of wear?

Re: [MBZ] Serpentine Belt Lower Pivot - Need Help!

day or Sunday - even some dealers don't stock them). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Serpentine Belt Lower Pivot - Need Help!

unction, behind the oil filter housing and under the intake manifold - IMPOSSIBLE for a human to see without disassembling the car. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi

Re: [MBZ] Serpentine Belt Lower Pivot - Need Help!

fail at more like half that interval (but they cost less too). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Light range adjuster ?

Joe Knight wrote: "I think the instructions say to adjust at zero, but I adjusted mine on the 90's 300TDt at 1so that I can move to zero and adjust the beams upwards a bit on the highway." http://mb.braingears.com/124_DISC2/Program/Chassis/82-4011.pdf Marshall -- Mars

Re: [MBZ] 126 evaporator

that 124/140s had (the evaporators developed leaks). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] W124 200D 5sp?

redghost wrote: Hen's teeth in the good ole US of A. More common on the other end of the pond. Could be somebody had it imported to Canadia Much more likely from Mexico or Latin America. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) &quo

Re: [MBZ] SD run-hot update

s were not replaced when they degraded so the hose and radiator were stressed. I have not had to EVER replace a top hose except following accidents. The hoses on my present cars (and the ones I retired over the last 4-5 years) are/were almost all original. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (wh

Re: [MBZ] Where is F15?

agram or other indication of where "F15" is. > = > Can anybody tell me? The blower fuse for all the 124s I know of is in a little oblong black = plastic box attached to the left (driver's) shock tower. Attached is a picture of the fuse holder from MY 124 Marshall -- =

Re: [MBZ] Shutoff Valve

g room) or you can remove the intake manifold. It can be done all of those ways but for someone that's never done it before, removing the intake manifold is by far the easiest. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Do

Re: [MBZ] 126 evaporator

dent flat rate table. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] its blown I would say

% of the 14 head used on engines without traps cracked). A repaired broken one is not a good bet. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '

Re: [MBZ] its blown I would say

ead. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] fuel hose

e to alter that (you CAN use MUCH more expensive hose). When the tubing DOES leak (usually after between 15-30 years) the solution is to replace it for a very modest cost and the new hose will last another 15-30 years! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to uns

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 6, Issue 132

John Ervine wrote: archer wrote: Why did the French refuse to fight? Gerry The brie was ripe, the bread was fresh, and the wine had peaked. Touché Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTE

Re: [MBZ] Bio Standby Hose Package-Rusty

ity improvers) and doesn't belong in any discussion of synthetic oil despite the legal ruling that it can be called "synthetic."! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '

Re: [MBZ] What've I done...?

and I forget the particulars). It's quite rare for the light bulb to burn out so it's most likely that at least one glow plug is out or out of spec. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] W124 200D 5sp?

unds more). A quick check shows it only about a second slower than my 190D 2.0. and about 4 seconds faster than a 240D. Fuel economy can reach 40 mpg (if you keep speeds below 60-65). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling

Re: [MBZ] fuel hose

than return lines that have been replaced several times, I've changed only one fuel line on the 6 most recent cars I've owned. I've changed delivery valve "O" rings on ONE pump on my cars (well before bioD or ULSD was available). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who

Re: [MBZ] Vibrating exhaust system Part 2

ly crumble, there shouldn't be movement. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] SDL transmission

eric peterson wrote: which transmissions will fit in an 87 SDL?? are they the same as the 85 SD by any chance?? NO. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85

Re: [MBZ] Bio Standby Hose Package-Rusty

ynthetic" (what synthetic?) revealed the flaw in your car! That's NOT a flaw, it a feature! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] 300CD ACC Challenge

;s all the monovalve does) or install a manual valve until you can figure out whether it's the electricity or the insert that's the problem. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '8

Re: [MBZ] another eBay OM60x head case

leak? YES! Both the low and high pressure switches CAN leak. So can every hose, joint and valve! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '

Re: [MBZ] Torque for delivery valve holder

John W. Reames III wrote: On Mon, 22 May 2006, Marshall Booth wrote: I believe that OM61x injection pumps changed to using splined delivery valves in the early '80s but I don't have a specific date. I know that the '84 and '85s I've owned or seen used splined pipe fi

Re: [MBZ] 300SDL Fuel Pedal Vibration

shall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] SD run-hot update

126.120 (300SD) didn't function for engine cooling until 1985! He has not yet shown ME that the cooling system is properly filled. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 18

Re: [MBZ] SD run-hot update

shall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] SD run-hot update

Steve MacSween wrote: on 5/23/06 8:52 PM, Marshall Booth at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What are you asking - telling us? If temps are running high after removing some and replacing coolant, it's almost always because there is a LARGE air bubble. Filling through the top hose is a common

Re: [MBZ] Bio Standby Hose Package-Rusty

will accelerate the process in SOME cars and NOT in others. No way to predict. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turb

Re: [MBZ] SD run-hot update

s are running high after removing some and replacing coolant, it's almost always because there is a LARGE air bubble. Filling through the top hose is a common cure. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [E

Re: [MBZ] Bio Standby Hose Package-Rusty

turn line I have on hand (may take 4-6 more years before they need replacement ;-). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Bio Standby Hose Package-Rusty

arted getting damp (as they reach 20 years of age they are nearing the end of their life). I recommend waiting for leaks to appear (these usually ooze for weeks before the leaks get serious) and if a second one occurs in a similar element, then maybe change them all. Marshall --

Re: [MBZ] Excessive vibration in the exhaust system

fect on the smoothness of idle and they require replacement of the rubber mounting buffers about every 8-10 years and the entire shock when it no longer offers resistance to motion. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Do

Re: [MBZ] Odd overheating behaviour

asiest and least expensive thing to change. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] EGR & The BB Fix

a turbo, there seems to be little benefit. If you use Mobil 1 there is virtually NO benefit if the EGR is working properly. If the EGR isn't working properly, then defeating it is almost always beneficial. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned que

Re: [MBZ] EGR & The BB Fix

Kevin wrote: On Mon, May 22, 2006 at 09:44:03PM -0400, Marshall Booth wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello all - After reading the W124 info page (great resource BTW) I decided to try to disable the EGR but instead of using a BB - which I thought would be difficult to get out if I wanted to

Re: [MBZ] EGR & The BB Fix

argely eliminates the glop in the intake manifold problem. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Fuel Inj Replacement 91 300D 2.5T

at have been rebuilt by a specialty supplier. After you have replaced the nozzles and calibrated a dozen or so injectors, you should be able to turn out injectors that will perform reliably. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dies

Re: [MBZ] 2.5 turbo

Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-190-Series-190D-2-5-Tur-1987-MERS-190-TURBO-DIESEL-CLEAN-NO-RUST-TEXAS_W0QQitemZ4642136107QQcategoryZ6328QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem It's an early '87. Doesn't have the troublesome popup sunroof. Marshall --

Re: [MBZ] Valves

Levi Smith wrote: OK, so I did the valve adjustment yesterday on my 83' 300D. Sure enough all the exhaust valves were tight and all but 1 of the intakes were loose. What causes them to do this? Wear! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions)

Re: [MBZ] Timing Chain

, the straight edge might have been as far as 7. So what is it running at? I believe I heard I didn't need to worry until about 8? The chain should be changed once stretch exceeds 5 degrees. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "

Re: [MBZ] 300CD ACC Challenge

in your hands. Why not just make it work as it was designed to work? Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Shutoff Valve for 602

t the shutoff valve is a less likely possibility. The valve is on top of the injection pump with a single (usually) brown vacuum line going to it. Old vacuum line rubber connections often leak more when cold. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions)

Re: [MBZ] Best Early 90's Choice

have a top speed of about 122-123 mph at sea level. The 0-60 time for a 124.133 ('87 300D) would be under 11 sec once the trap was removed, highway economy at 29-31 mpg and top speed about 5-6 mph faster (128mph). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned q

Re: [MBZ] Best Early 90's Choice

was fine. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Possible FI Problem - '91 300D 2.5T

s a LOT of diesels) so that's a LOT less likely. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] '68 230S in local paper

shall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] rear brake is driveaxle

bright side, I 've certainly learned a lot about the rear brake system. Now to deal with the supplier of the driveaxle. Again thanks for the help. What you've posted sound much more like bad rear wheel bearing than rear axle (but COULD be either). Marshall -- Marshal

Re: [MBZ] update on my 2.5 turbo

Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: hmmm, never heard of that one. Makes sense though. Anybody else heard this one? It's rare, but it CAN happen. Blown head gasket MUCH more common (I know of more than a dozen on OM60x engines). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond t

Re: [MBZ] update on my 2.5 turbo

Kaleb describes except maybe the high oil level. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] I wanted AquaTread 3s but

!! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Discount Tires Online

or a MASSIVE lawsuit that like the Firestone/Explorer suit that put Firestone out of business. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Torque for delivery valve holder

d or seen used splined pipe fitting. I don't recall if my '82 did. All of my OM60x pumps (from early '84 on) require the splined wrench. I believe the splined wrench I have is a Hazet. I haven't tried any others. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond

Re: [MBZ] Tire Purchase DIY

g for about 60% what the latter tires sold for, but the names and specifications were VERY different. Anyone that could read could read what the difference was. It was written on the sidewalls Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) &quo

Re: [MBZ] Tire Purchase

7; warranty, but the identical shock, bought later from an authorized dealer carries a warranty for the life of the car. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0

Re: [MBZ] Tire Purchase

and DOT rating will be the same at ANY dealer. If the dealer (Wal-Mart or any other dealer) is selling a tire made to a different specification, it will have a different rating and name! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Diesel

Re: [MBZ] Puzzeling Engine Diagonis Results

worse than an engine about to throw a rod. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] 1987 300D turbo timing chain replacement questions....

ASURE the chain stretch? Takes about 1/2 hour. Maybe half that if the lower pan is off for any other reason. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi,

Re: [MBZ] Shudder upon shutoff

udder when the engine was shut off. One solution is to NEVER turn the car off! Those who don't appreciate such a simple answer, simply delete please. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] &

Re: [MBZ] 87 300TD torque, horsepower and weight specs

it unknown? DOES YOUR CAR HAVE A TRAP? Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Diesel injector return hose

well it works after a year or two. What size did you select? Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] 87 300TD torque, horsepower and weight specs

Christopher McCann wrote: Anyone have this on hand or know where I can find it? YES! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2

Re: [MBZ] Torque for delivery valve holder

-- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] cruise control amp

loped soldering skills DON'T practice on a cruise amp). Some units really require replacement of the electrolytic capacitors or even transistors. Schematics are very scarce - Mercedes doesn't supply them to anyone. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond t

Re: [MBZ] Rear brake part 2

hen I've put on new rotors, the noise vanished. You MAY be describing a bad CV joint or wheel bearing (but those noises can usually be exacerbated by turning away from the bad side and relieved by turning toward the bad side while driving). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn&#

Re: [MBZ] Glove box latch adjust

screws and pushed the receiving part of the latch toward the front of the vehicle. Tested, then did it again. It helped noticeably. You have adjusted the latch! What's the question? Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling

Re: [MBZ] Water pump revelation

ne overheat? If not, there's nothing to worry about. If it does overheat, you need to fix that! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, &#

Re: [MBZ] 87 300D turbo, 300k miles, having timing chain replaced, what else should I have done at same time?

sioner as well. I've attached the chain measurement TSB (the stretch limit is 4 degrees = rather than the 3 degrees cited in the TSB). The chain is unlikely to = break until stretch approaches 8-10 degrees!! Marshall -- = Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to un

Re: [MBZ] Torque for delivery valve holder

Peter Frederick wrote: 25 ft/lbs twice, then 30 ft/lbs. Leaks, however, are bad o-rings that need to be replaced. Get new internal copper seals and do that at the same time. Peter What Peter said! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned ques

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300CD Seat locking problem solved, sort of...

ce/W123/Index/Groups/91Seats.htm Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] cruise control amp

ngine. I HAVE NOT LOOKED THAT UP and don't have time to do it now. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] rear brake

ng spring fails. REMOVE the rotor and examine the shoes and how they are secured. Occasionally the friction material from the e-brake shoe will spontaneously detach and grind away. Once in a while a small rock will enter the e-brake housing and cause havoc. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (w

Re: [MBZ] Puzzeling Engine Diagonis Results

VERY rare. There will be at least 10-20 blown head gaskets (and blown head gaskets are rare as well) to every cracked head. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, 

Re: [MBZ] Heat stuck on 83' 300D

toms are when the temp control module (not the push button controller) fails. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] '87 190D blinker and blower problems

kely to be successful. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Heat stuck on 83' 300D

ill usually clog the monovalve screen. Very common. Usually a monovalve repair kit insert will be required. Less than $50 from Rusty. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi

Re: [MBZ] rear brake

appreciated. The emergency brake shoes often cause a problem quite like you seem to be describing. Remove the rotor and examine the brake shoes and the springs that secure them. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor

Re: [MBZ] Puzzeling Engine Diagonis Results

options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net Check valve clearance (no matter when the valves were last adjusted). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 30

Re: [MBZ] w126 SD transmisson control cable question

Luther Gulseth wrote: Herr Doktor, how must one adjust the cable properly? You disconnect the cable and adjust it's length so that it slips onto the ball without ANY tension toward or away from the transmission! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned

Re: [MBZ] W126 Tie rod assembly part numbers

shall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] w126 SD transmisson control cable question

N the transmission should shift. If it's not correctly adjusted the shift speeds (both up and down) will NOT occur when they should. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300

Re: [MBZ] 300D Turbo Problem

ning and the line from the vacuum pump must be plugged when the engine is running. If they are reversed, the engine may not get full fuel supply. Often shutting the engine down and restarting will seem to "cure" the problem. The ONLY cure is to correctly install the lines to the correct

Re: [MBZ] Fuel Injector Life

re addressed as they occur.. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] Adjusting ALDA

The screw adjustment (as outlined) is MUCH easier and minor adjustments = a quick and easy. Establishing the correct shim thickness is more of a = challenge. Marshall -- = Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTE

Re: [MBZ] 300D Turbo Problem

o at least 16 sec and maybe a bit more than that. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] '87 190D blinker and blower problems

27;t matter that they work reliably, then play more with the 19 year old switch. You MIGHT win. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '

Re: [MBZ] Universal replacement boots

quot;rice rocket." Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] this car was run on diesel secret, see where its at

Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-S-Class-Biofuel-Run-300-SDL-turbodiesel-BIOFUEL-PROVEN_W0QQitemZ4640221695QQcategoryZ6336QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem ...and I was born on the planet Pluto! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to uns

Re: [MBZ] Synthetic vs. conventional oil in diffs, etc.

issions or much less apparent in engine oil, but still desirable. Under most conditions, in a passenger car I expect conventional lubricants are entirely satisfactory. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [E

Re: [MBZ] 300CD - Failure of locking vacuum on both front seats

out: http://skinnerbox.steaky.org/Service/W123/Index/Groups/91Seats.htm Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

Re: [MBZ] 1981 300CD glow plug system

hen the = > system isn't working? It has the newer style parallel plugs in it. Here's the diagnostic! Marshall -- = Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190

Re: [MBZ] 190D blinker and blower problems

x27;t even notice it's absence even in the middle of winter. I've run several of my 190Ds for years without an aux water pump. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 1

Re: [MBZ] wow '85 SD

did he get it. I'll add: How? Why would someone maintain a vehicle such, then let it go? Death? There are LOTS of vehicles like that available in estate sales! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMA

Re: [MBZ] 124 Glow Plug Difficutly

t insuring that the plugs fully seat is what causes MOST of the glow plug problems that cost $3000+ to repair!! You can't just run a drill bit in. That can easily damage the prechamber/ballpin. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) &

Re: [MBZ] Rear Diff Fluid

top of the differential first so crud doesn't drop into the open hole. What Jim said. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)

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