Tried starting car, glow plug light did not come on, and the starter did
not engage. Checked battery, all good, Let sit for a while, tried it
again, light came on, car started. Does this sound like glow plug issue,
or starter solenoid?
Ralph, '84 300 CD.
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I thank everyone who replied to my request. I had a local garage do the
alignment;, he checked with the company that rebuilds these units that was
supplied to me from one of you. He was able to get the specs and did the
alignment. I am happy to have it able to drive, but I am not 100% happy
with
d drive and get the index for the manual
> (nervig?) and use that as the front end.
>
> --FT
>
> On 4/21/22 9:20 AM, Ralph Robertson via Mercedes wrote:
> > I have 2 CD's purchased a number of years ago from M.B. that are titled
> > "Factory Service Shop Manua
I have 2 CD's purchased a number of years ago from M.B. that are titled
"Factory Service Shop Manuals, 1983-2000, CD1. and CD2, that I used when I
had an older laptop 32Bit computer, but it doesn't seem to want to work
with my newer Windows 10 laptop. Not sure if these would be any good for
that i
As a follow up to my issue, I have received the rebuilt steering box, have
it installed and now awaiting a front end alignment to finalize the job.
The garage does alignments but does not have the necessary specs to do this
job. I have checked around to find a shop that has these and can't seem to
pensive repairs
> (may be easier said than done depending on where you are located).
>
> What is the problem the mechanic diagnosed?
>
>
> On Tue, Apr 12, 2022, at 2:08 PM, Ralph Robertson via Mercedes wrote:
> > I am having a problem with my steering box, and I am looki
I am having a problem with my steering box, and I am looking to replace it,
if I can find one. The garage I have looking into my problem feels I would
have to replace it with either a new one or a reconditioned one; if there
is such a thing. Would this part be available thru a normal auto parts
s
the steering shaft.
>
> —FT
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
> > On Apr 10, 2022, at 9:59 AM, Ralph Robertson via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > That is very possible. Now that it is moving freely, I will quickly
> have
> > this done
n Sun, Apr 10, 2022 at 10:45 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> Did your steering links get corroded from sitting? Lube time?
>
> —FT
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
> > On Apr 10, 2022, at 6:46 AM, Ralph Robertson via Mercedes <
> merce
Today I moved my '84 300 CD out of the garage, stored for winter, and the
steering wheel was sticky, stiff to turn and clicked a couple of times from
turning left to right . Seems okay, now, but worried something might be
wrong. The fluid is not low, and it seems to be okay, but thinking it may
I was wondering why it is important to change the oil before storing the
car for the winter months. This oil has only less than 1000 miles on it,
seems a waste of oil to do so.
Thanks
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I am considering installing a trailer hitch on my '84 300CD in order to
move some personal luggage from my winter home in Florida back to my
northern home. Are there some difficulties I should aware of in doing
this?
Ralph '84 300CD
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Thanks for the responses. I had rec'd. info that Dot 2 and also Dot 5.1
was the correct MB recommendations, so I am asking the group what is the
correct one. Also, a MB Dealer is a long way off for me, I usually go to a
local parts dealer. I have had the pads checked, and all ok, however I did
no
I'm trying to find out what is the best brake fluid for my '84 MB 300CD.
The reservor is low. By brake llght came on, but I still have working
brakes, just low. Thanks.
Ralph '84 300CD
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019 8:39:54 AM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >> I *think* they’re the same (20A?) but check to make sure the amperage
> >> on both cars is the same.
> >>
> >> --FT
> >> Sent from iPhone
> >>
&
t; when you do you’ll often have them fall apart as yours did.
>
> It’s a good idea to have a couple of these on hand, so when you buy a
> replacement, get tow or three.
>
> -D
>
>
>
>
> > On Aug 1, 2019, at 7:53 AM, Ralph Robertson via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okie
I found the relay, and the strip fuse was bent upwards, touched it and it
fell apart. Jumped the two terminals and the glow plug light came on. Made
my connections more firm, and let the glow plugs light up for 4-5 seconds
and voila, engine started up immediately. Thank you very much.
Ralph
On
I was advised by my mechanic that I need an axle assembly. I checked
around to see prices and could not find any available. If they are no
longer available, can the old ones be rebuilt?
Thanks.
Ralph
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gt; wrote:
> No
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Jan 18, 2016, at 3:32 PM, Ralph Robertson via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > I had my wheels balanced today and the garage told me one of the rear
> wheel
> > bearings had som
I had my wheels balanced today and the garage told me one of the rear wheel
bearings had some movement in it. These rear bearings are adjustable,
right?
Thanks.
Ralph '87 300SDL
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Thanks, I appreciate all the help I can get. Will be talking with him
today and passing on the constructive advice.
Ralph
On Fri, Jul 10, 2015 at 12:22 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> Wow, I sure didn't expect that; being called an idiot!
>>
>
> If you were doing y
inced they
> were some kind of magic. Untrue, they're just cars and work like other
> cars. Higher quality parts produced (originally anyway) to a higher
> standard) but just cars.
> -Curt
> From: Ralph Robertson via Mercedes
> To: Mercedes Discussion List
> Cc: Ral
htest hint of seepage/leakage, one would expect to replace the pump
> gaskets and seals. It's a quick, easy and inexpensive jib to do under those
> circumstances.
>
> I would be looking for another mechanic.
>
> Dan
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
> > On Jul 9, 2015, at 3:5
Wow, I sure didn't expect that; being called an idiot! Sorry I don't have
the experience that you have, but thanks anyway for the nice advice.
Ralph
On Thu, Jul 9, 2015 at 10:38 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> I have transmission fluid leaking from my '87 300 SDL,
I have transmission fluid leaking from my '87 300 SDL, had a garage check
this out and they identified it was the Torque Converter leaking. Replaced
the seal in the converter, now they state the front trans. pump is
leaking. What are they up against Thanks, Ralph,
A simple question, I think; I read about the level for my power steering
pump which stated, "in the tank of the pump, there is a plastic sleeve with
arrows on it that point "downwards", the level should be at the point of
the arrows". The "sleeve" in my pump tank has the arrows pointing
upwards!
n is far better than rebuilding, which is an
> art form that few can master. It's also quicker and probably cheaper.
> >>
> >> I would recommend swapping with a good used one.
> >>
> >> Dan
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPad
> >&
hat few can master. It's also quicker and probably cheaper.
>
> I would recommend swapping with a good used one.
>
> Dan
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
> > On Mar 17, 2015, at 11:58 AM, Ralph Robertson via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> &g
I detected a noise I thought was coming perhaps from the front wheel
bearings. Upon examination the garage informed me that the rear end was
growling and it would appear it needs a rebuilding. An alternative would
be to purchase a rebuilt/used differential. Which would be the best way to
go with
Yes, 650 -700 cold. Is that unusual?
Ralph
On Fri, Oct 17, 2014 at 4:55 PM, WILTON wrote:
> 700?
>
> Wilton
>
> - Original Message ----- From: "Ralph Robertson via Mercedes" <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com>
> To: "Randy Bennell"
> Cc: &quo
t; wrote:
>
>> H - no wonder it lurches - 7000 RPM idle -
>>
>> RB
>>
>>
>> On 17/10/2014 3:40 PM, Ralph Robertson via Mercedes wrote:
>>
>>> Just checked the idle speed; 6500/7000 at start up. The lurch is really
>>> in
>>> t
what is the normal idle speed? I will check again when it's warm. It
doesn't sound like a fast idle.
On Fri, Oct 17, 2014 at 4:45 PM, Randy Bennell wrote:
> H - no wonder it lurches - 7000 RPM idle -
>
> RB
>
>
> On 17/10/2014 3:40 PM, Ralph Robertson via Merce
Just checked the idle speed; 6500/7000 at start up. The lurch is really in
the reverse gear, first gear is not very hard at all, just the reverse.
The reverse also takes a bit to engage, slower than first gear.
Ralph
On Fri, Oct 17, 2014 at 9:54 AM, Jim Cathey wrote:
> My 300SDL transmission sh
My 300SDL transmission shifts very nicely thru all the gears, however, when
putting the car in gear originally from neutral it goes into gear rather
harsh, also, when I put the car into reverse; the same thing. Quite a
difference in shifting from the normal forward gears shifting on the go.
Can th
-- Forwarded message --
From: Ralph Robertson
Date: Thu, Aug 28, 2014 at 6:37 AM
Subject: '84 300CD Auto Transmission leaking
To: merce...@mercedesmailinglist.com
I am planning on flushing and replacing the ATF and filter on my 300CD and
was wondering if changing the leaking seal
I have a '84 300CD and a '87 300SDL and both vehicles' lights are not
bright enough for night driving especially on back roads. I have tried
upgrading the bulbs for brighter ones, but nothing yet is satisfactory.
Any suggestions for making these safer? Thanks.
Ralph
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