Re: [MBZ] Carfax request

Hello Dwight, it is a E300 up in Holyoke MA. I'm always tempted when the price is low. It is at a Buick dealership there, 46k miles. I'd love to test drive it! When does your white one arrive? Sam Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: Thanks Kaleb. Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 215K

[MBZ] When Did Turbo Come back to E300? '98?

I'm wondering when the turbo came back to the E300. Does anyone know? Was it '98? John Peterson Kingston RI Tom Hargrave wrote: Reminds me of a friend of mine. He's in love with the Civil War period, so much so that he wishes he was around back then. One day I walked into his office

[MBZ] Carfax Anyone

Can anyone run WDBJF20F3VA342481 for me? Thanks Friends, John Peterson John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 87k Kingston, RI Friend of Dwight Giles That Other RI Guy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

[MBZ] Carmel NY

Is anyone close enough to Carmel NY and would be willing to check out a car for me? Dinner gift certificate for the favor! Email me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 81k Kingston, RI ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] OT: Saab 900 Clutch

Curt, if I remember correctly, the 900 can have either a cable or juice clutch. I had one of each. Clutch cable has a sort of tensioner behind the pedal. Very quick fix and known problem. Have fun. John Peterson Curt Raymond wrote: Hey folks. Looking at a '91 Saab 900S as a potential

Re: [MBZ] Photo of Modulator for ID

buy one, anyone in MA CT RI is welcome to borrow it as needed. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 87k Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: That is the new style replacement modulator. You have to pop that cover off they adjust it under there. Uses I think an allen wrench to adjust. John Peterson wrote: I

[MBZ] Mity Vac

Does the Mity Vac come with any T unions to join the tubing to the line? Is this something from the dealer or would any machine shop have them? I think I remember someone referencing a MB part number for the T and the tubing. Thanks friends. John Peterson John Peterson wrote: Thanks, I

[MBZ] Vacuum Modulator

it that turns, but doesn't seem to affect the vacuum. I don't want to pry this cover off unless I know that it is indeed a cover. Is the famous T behind this creme covered cover? Happy Dieseling! John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 87k

[MBZ] Photo of Modulator for ID

? John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 87k Kingston RI Gary Thompson wrote: It's under the little black plastic cap on the left end of the picture attached. Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 4/20/07, John Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello Friends, I was going to play with my vacuum modulator on my

Re: [MBZ] Tex Mex

Performance Products has it by the yard, so does the dealer! PP is cheaper, I think. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 87k Kingston, RI Rhonald Angelo wrote: hello, anyplace to buy Tex Mex by the yard or piece? I need to have lumbar pillow made for the car. Thanks Rhonald 1985 300D Black

[MBZ] Severe Hydroplaning After Suspension Work

and ball joints of course) and the two front shocks with Bilsteins. They did not do an alignment as I wanted a dealer to do this. Could lack of alignment have such an effect, such a dangerous effect? Anybody seen this? What a scare. John Peterson 300D 2.5 87k Kingston, RI

Re: [MBZ] Wantering Rear End / Was Blown Shock

You're welcome to the strut- the good one is the driver's side. If they fit the 201, I could UPS to you. Let me know. John Mitch Haley wrote: John Peterson wrote: I ordered 2 Bilsteins from Rusty with strut mounts. Should straighten things out. Will a W124 strut bolt up

[MBZ] Wantering Rear End / Was Blown Shock

of the right side for the blown shock. I ordered 2 Bilsteins from Rusty with strut mounts. Should straighten things out. I'm just reporting in so that we check this before diagnosing the classic rear end bushings on this lateral tracking problem Thanks Friends. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 84k

[MBZ] Shake at 60MPH after Control Arm R+R

with wheel shake and that this was mostly a result of wheel balance etc. Help! Thanks, John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 84k

Re: [MBZ] Shake at 60MPH after Control Arm R+R

I'll check the wheel weights. I'm just ticked because I brought it in with no shake at all- but a blown ball joint. Now it shakes like a s.o.g. Could alignment do this? John Peterson John Peterson wrote: After having both of my control arms replaced, I get a pretty severe shake

[MBZ] Wheel Weights Fell Off in Control Arm Operation

Allan Streib gets the prize. I found two missing wheel weights on the car. I'm assuming they fell off when they took the wheels off for the R+R of the control arms. I can't believe how the combined expertise of this list can diagnose from afar. It is simply amazing. John Peterson 1991

Re: [MBZ] Harbor Freighter

I think it is built and open, the one in Warwick RI. I saw it last weekend. I didn't go in, but it appeared to be open for business. Curt Raymond wrote: None in New England yet, purportedly one being built in Warwick, RI. Maybe the RI listers and I should plan a group event on opening day?

[MBZ] 1996 E300

all come to expect from our 123's and 124's, do these compare? Are they a quality item? I personally have been toying with the idea of getting a 190 2.6 gasser for a third car here, along with my question about the later Diesels above, anybody have a 190? Opinions? Thanks John Peterson 1991

Re: [MBZ] Slightly Wandering Posterior

sure about the $200 ea. control arms! John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 81k Purged and mean Werner - Original Message - From: Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, March 11, 2007 7:06 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Slightly

Re: [MBZ] 722.4 / 1991 300D 2.5 Transmission Question

: John Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, March 10, 2007 2:34 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 722.4 / 1991 300D 2.5 Transmission Question Thanks to all for the wonderful expert advice. I'll keep people posted. I did the diesel purge last week

[MBZ] Slightly Wandering Posterior

to change out. I might do them at the same time. Thanks friends! John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 81k Kingston RI

[MBZ] 722.4 / 1991 300D 2.5 Transmission Question

quarts, the 2nd was installed (factory rebuilt) and was defective 50 miles down the road. This one, the third, is most likely fine by I want to hear from the list on this 1-2 shift and if it is softer than the other shifts. Maybe I just need medication. Thanks friends, John Peterson Kingston RI

Re: [MBZ] 722.4 / 1991 300D 2.5 Transmission Question

flare up during the shift? Is there any difference between a cold box and operating temp box? May pay to pull the pan to see if there is debris in there, while it is off a new filter and fluid can't hurt. Is there any warranty left on the box? - Original Message - From: John Peterson

Re: [MBZ] 722.4 / 1991 300D 2.5 Transmission Question

the transmission fluid in my 300D and it was a bit low so we added a couple of ounces. This might have been part of the slow 1-2 shift. We'll see. Happy motoring to all. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 81k LarryT wrote: Hi John, A large % of shifting faults are caused by fluid/filter

Re: [MBZ] 1991 turbo questions

Lisa, unless you have a Mity vac, you might not be able to test them, but I have found the vacuum transducers that control Alda etc. can develop a hole and leak pressure, which can give mixed performance. Excuse the question, but is there a clean pre and main fuel filter on there? John

Re: [MBZ] caught by winter's fury!

Curt, do you use the block heater? I ask because I ordered an electric block heater thinking I would need it for my 300D and it starts perfectly without it. It is new in box. You can have it if you're interested and it will fit your 190. JP Curt Raymond wrote: I'm off on a business trip

[MBZ] Dasher Diesel

. Easy to work on too. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 81k Alex Chamberlain wrote: On 2/23/07, kevin kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm glad that you had such wonderful luck with your Quantum Diesel. The longitudinal engine configuration sure is different than the Rabbits and Caddy PU's

[MBZ] Steel Wheels??

://theserviceadvisor.com/part/steelwheelbestmercedes/index.html John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 81k

Re: [MBZ] ATF for 91 W124 300D 2.5

The Mobil 1 made a great improvement in my 300D 2.5. The dealer put it in when I had a factory refurbished transmission installed. They recommended it. It shifts much better when cold. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 81k LarryT wrote: I plan to use Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF but need to confirm

[MBZ] Low Mileage, Low Priced 240D 4 Sp.

%3A1viewitem=item=330066534545 No affiliation etc. Happy NEW YEAR to all John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 84k Kingston RI Neighbor (nearly) to Dwight Giles of the Quahog Co.

Re: [MBZ] Low Mileage, Low Priced 240D 4 Sp.

But she'll take the 3K. I was writing to her. My wife won't let me buy it now but...for some lucky one with permission! Read the FAQ's at the bottom of the bid- she'll take 3k. John Peterson John Freer wrote: With no Reserve, you can bet that the action will pick up towards the end

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes-Related Coolant Info from Saab List

reaction that resulted in many head gasket replacements.) There were a few Marshalls on those lists and all said synthetic in the manual gearboxes and MB antifreeze. Wonderful cars, those manual shift 900S's. I love them. John Peterson Sunil Hari wrote: I put the Zerex G-05 in my Saab 900S

Re: [MBZ] You'll then have the opportunity to buy additional articles now or in the future at significant savings!

You're right! :) Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: I hate to say it-but it resembles some of the previous rants on this list. No flame, etc. (Tomorrow is Moose Day) Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. Bissell Cove Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL

[MBZ] Anyone in Memphis?

Is anyone in Memphis who could check out an MB for me? John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: yep, thats what I have going on. Marshall Booth wrote: Jim Cathey wrote: Cant really tell. Feels like the front, but it could be the back making it feel like

[MBZ] Ball Joint Replacement, 124

Anyone had both ball joints replaced (with alignment) by an indie or dealer? I'm wondering if $800 the dealer is asking is crazy. I've never replaced ball joints on any of my cars, so I don't have any idea what is a fair price for these. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 84k Kingston, RI

Re: [MBZ] 300D 5-speed

I have seen these 5 speed transmissions, sometimes rebuilt ones, on ebay.de I would like to know if anyone has done a conversion. I'd love to have a 300D 2.5 5 speed. What fun. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 84k tom savage wrote: Sunil Hari wrote: what's the problem? Le probleme

[MBZ] Creaky Chasis

no lift, but is there anything I can check? It is a 1991 300D 2.5 with 84k. I guess a year of Rhode Island rhodes did the rubber in. John Peterson

Re: [MBZ] Creaky Chasis

Ok, do I change the whole assembly or just the joints? Thanks for the quick diagnosis! I had feared the ball joints! Peter Frederick wrote: Ball joints are shot. Replace both. You likely need new links and subframe mounts in the rear as well. Peter

[MBZ] Carfax Anyone?

Can anyone run 1g1bl83exmw247706 for me and email privately to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks so much. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 84k Kingston, RI

[MBZ] Wheel Balancing

. With the Graspics, it is notible at 45 MPH and annoying at 60 MPH. The Goodyears were balanced by the MB dealership and the Graspics by a tire warehouse. Anyone had experience with this- the Graspics are snow tires- should I expect vibration? Thanks friends. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 84k Kingston, RI

[MBZ] Anyone in Ohio to check car for me?

Anyone near Dublin, Ohio who could check out a car for me, paid of course. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 84k Kingston, RI

Re: [MBZ] Wheel Balancing

, which they did, free of charge. Guess what? They solved it. I'm thinking that I need to bring it to the MB dealership- the tire stores might not have the quality of employee willing to do it correctly. John Peterson J.B. Hebert wrote: I didn't have any problem balancing my Graspics. It all

Re: [MBZ] Brake Rotors Pads

Where do I get those rotors? Made in Germany for that little money? Where??? John Peterson Stephen D Murrell wrote: HI; I just buy the Lifetime guaranteed rotors ($29-$32) rotors; Lifetime pads about $13 a set; yes the rotors are thicker made in Germany Steve

[MBZ] Disc Brakes- Change Pads and Rotors?

Friends, why does MB sell the pads and rotors together- is it a good thing to do these together? I was going to have the dealer do brake pads and he only does them together. Is this a money robbing exercise or is there some merit to changing both at the same time? John Peterson 1991 300D

[MBZ] Water Wetter

I had the Redline water wetter in my Saab- it did drop the temp by a noticeable amount at idle in the summer. John Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does that Wetter Water Redline stuff do anything? Regards Tom Scordato ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] '94 E320 Wagon / Anyone Know These

Wow, that is a long list. I'm not sure I'm ready to jump into that. Are all of these issues found in the 1989-1991 TE wagons too, or just the E320 wagon? Thanks friends John Peterson Kingston, RI 1991 300D 2.5 84k Gary Thompson wrote: Just a couple of issues to keep in mind. 1

Re: [MBZ] Adsit

Holy smokes, you're right. I thought they were in the $1700 range for the 123 trannys (pre '85 that is.) Rusty has the best deal as always. John Peterson Rusty wrote: Wholesale price on just the transmission from Mercedes is $2290.00. Retail is $2550.00. Then the converter is $810.00

Re: [MBZ] (no subject)

It is a miracle there was any clunk at all. Looks like a very big bullet hit the bulletproof MB diesel. A rocket perhaps. om Hargrave wrote: I'd say that it does not have a semi-random clunk anymore. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From:

Re: [MBZ] Belt Swoosh / Dunlop Graspics?

it is silent when the belt is wet. Of all the major things I have been able to diagnose and fix myself, this little bugger is driving me mad! John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D OK Don wrote: I wonder if the swoosh might be from the tensioner damper being shot? Did you replace it when you did

Re: [MBZ] cheap SDL

It may be cheap but LOOK AT THAT BACK SEAT. Wow, they are such nice cars- my 300D 2.5 doesn't have even close to that much room. Makes me want to buy one. Too bad there is no SDL wagon! I need a wagon now with our baby. How much longer was the SDL vs. the SD? John Peterson Tony Wirtel

Re: [MBZ] Belt Swoosh / Dunlop Graspics?

I'm glad I'm not the only one. I changed the belt, tensioner and shock. Haven't found it yet. I'll keep you posted. John Peterson Christopher McCann wrote: I have the exact same belt swoosh and also thought it might be the water pump. I eneded up figuring that it was just the belts

Re: [MBZ] Adsit

I don't know how those Adsit people stay in business. Everyone says such bad things about them. Have you checked the price of a MB rebuilt one? I think the wholesale cost is pretty reasonable and you get a 2 year warranty. Might be worth a call. John John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 84k

[MBZ] Belt Swoosh / Dunlop Graspics?

Graspics from Tirerack. They were priced well below the Blizzaks etc. Anyone had them? Any reviews? I will review after I put them on. Thanks! John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 87k miles Kingston, RI

Re: [MBZ] WAS E-Bay Item NOW wierd cars

How funny is that Scirocco! Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: Now there's a really needed project-put a second engine in a 240D. Dwight Dwight Giles, Jr 1979 240D auto, 250K + + miles-Green Goddess 1990 300D 2.5t, 135K miles-The Princess Wickford, RI Alex Chamberlain wrote: Reminds _me_ of a

Re: [MBZ] Saab question

the green stuff kills the head gaskets. Best of luck! John Peterson Zoltan Finks wrote: John, Yup - I'm on the Saab List, but in digest mode. I am real curious though: I had all but written off that list (granted, I'm in digest mode on it) because all it seemed to consist of was some recent

Re: [MBZ] Saab question

Brian, where are you? I have 2 gallons of the Saab antifreeze left from my Saab days. Fat chance you're in the NE. John Peterson Zoltan Finks wrote: Okay, that gives me a shock, because I just asked recently whether or not the green stuff will be okay in my 84 Saab 900, and the answer came

[MBZ] Source for Saab Parts

If Rusty doesn't, I had very good luck with eeuroparts.com Only if Rusty doesn't John Peterson Sunil Hari wrote: Rusty, you carry Saab parts? Specifically, for a 1988 Saab 900S? If not you, who?

Re: [MBZ] Saab question

about using the Saab or MB cooling fluid? I know there was horror stories on the lists about regular antifreeze (green stuff) killing head gaskets left and right. You are on saabnet.com no? John Peterson Sunil Hari wrote: thanks for the help - I need to buy a Saab bible (Bentley?). Also

Re: [MBZ] Saab question

different cars, but both very nice. John Peterson Curt Raymond wrote: I know we've got some Saab enthusiasts on this list so. Theres an '85 Saab 900 on Craigslist near me. 114k miles, 5spd. Supposedly needs a fuel pump relay to run. They want $200, the pictures make it look like a very nice car which

[MBZ] Anyone with a 300TE?

Hello Folks! Does anyone have a 300TE and can share any advice to a shopper for one? Any better years? Any things to watch for? Anyone have one for sale? John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 81k

Re: [MBZ] FW: Today's Diesel Prices

$2.98 a gallon in New Hampshire on Sunday. Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: I paid $3.15 yesterday at a station where it had been $2.99 most of the summer. Dwight Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co. I haven't had to pay $3 yet for diesel, all summer it was hovering around $2.97 while gas was

[MBZ] The loudest horn ever / How to disable Alarm

looking for the bomb all the way through MA. I pulled over. IN CASE anyone has this trouble, I KNOW WHERE THE CONTROLLER IS. Look under the driver's side floor mat. Unplug it. Throw it out the window. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 81k Mitch Haley wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Good

Re: [MBZ] Rust protection

I have used in the past the Corrosion X sold at marine stores, an aerosol that is often used on inboard and outboard marine engines. It works wonderful. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 Dan Weeks wrote: Great! I'll switch! Where do you find the stuff? Dan I heartily recommend LPS2

Re: [MBZ] Importing Car from Canada - Border Customs Questions

Thanks Jeff. I'll check with customs. And I'll be very sure to really look the car over before buying it. Especially a 1947! John Peterson Jeff Zedic wrote: John, Just a minor caveat. The Quebecois are not known for looking after vehicles very wellIt may be a total rust bucket

[MBZ] Importing Car from Canada - Border Customs Questions

Has anyone imported a car from Canada to the US? I'm looking at one in Quebec and would like to drive it home- but I don't know about the procedure to import. It is a 1947 car, so it might be easier than a new one. Thanks for any advise, experiences. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 81k

[MBZ] Roof Racks for 124?

I am going to take a vacation with my wife and newly born son and parents in law. Needless to say, we won't all fit in the 300D with carriages, suitcases etc. Has anyone bought any type of roof rack? Experiences, please. Thanks friends. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 81k Kingston, RI

Re: [MBZ] Roof Racks for 124?

, but sure scared the REI sale guy. On 22-Jul-06, at 2:25 PM, John Peterson wrote: I am going to take a vacation with my wife and newly born son and parents in law. Needless to say, we won't all fit in the 300D with carriages, suitcases etc. Has anyone bought any type of roof rack

[MBZ] Wheel Paint

. Durability is unknown at this point, they have lasted 6 mo so far. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 79k Wurth Wheels Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: John Peterson posted a while ago about his experience with 124 wheel paint. Can't remember the source. Dwight Giles, Jr 1979 240D auto, 250K + miles 1990 300D

Re: [MBZ] Jeep Adding Diesel Grand Cherokee

in. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 79k Robert Massmann wrote: When is a new car reasonable? The last new car purchase of mine was 1991. 13 grand for a Honda Accord LX. Regards, Robert Massmann Wilmington, Ohio 87 190D 2.5 Turbo 255K? 85 300CD 327K 82 300D 327K 81 VW Rabbit Pickup 210K (Diesel

[MBZ] Parts

, if anyone is interested- my mechanic won't put them on for me: For Sale: Shutoff Valve $35.77 Idler Pulley $38.33 Idler Shock $41.32 All new, in box. Make me fair offer and I'll mail to you. Any offers? Anyone need the above? Thanks friends, John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 79k

[MBZ] Shutoff Valve

? Thanks friends. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 79k

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

That is a good question- I've been wondering about mine too. I have at least 1/4 inch play on mine with slight noise at startup for about 10 minutes. How can we tell when the tensioner pully or spring etc. are failing? Watch for wobble in the pully? Thanks John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 79k

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

Mine has been doing this since I stored the car for the winter. I took it out of storage in March. It has about 1/4 inch of play. The 2.5 is a SWEET motor. John Peterson -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, May

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

touched the wretched shutoff valve. AS a test, I plugged in the vacuum line to the new shutoff valve and watched from inside the car as I turned the key off. The new valve closes all the way. TIME to pull the old one out? Oh po. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 79k -Original Message- From

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

But it is EASY to read if you have your original warranty booklet. The engine number is stamped on mine there (last page, old ibm card) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Marshall Booth Sent: Friday, May 26, 2006 2:28 PM To: Mercedes

[MBZ] Shutoff Valve for 602

First symptom this morning with the 300D 2.5 is a slow shutdown, maybe 10 seconds. I'm suspicious of the shutdown valve. Where is it? Can I test with MityVac? What do they cost? Thanks friends, John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 79k -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto

Re: [MBZ] Shutoff Valve for 602

Thanks all for the help. I'm under the hood now playing detective. John -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Peter Frederick Sent: Sunday, May 21, 2006 12:53 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Shutoff Valve for 602 It's on the

[MBZ] Largest Diesel Engine in the World

Is this for real? A friend passed it on to me. http://www.bath.ac.uk/~ccsshb/12cyl/ John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 78k - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, April 24, 2006 4:27 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Old squeaky This squeak's frequency sounds

[MBZ] Chirp Chirp

it disappears and becomes silent- but comes back when it cools down and I restart. I am correct to suspect water pump, tensioner, belt ?? Any advice how to find out which one without buying all of them? I have the belt. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 78k

[MBZ] Good Prices on IP's / Germany

http://cgi.ebay.de/Mercedes-Einspritzpumpe-E-Klasse-w124-300D-24V-w463-AMG_W0QQitemZ8055341801QQcategoryZ61258QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem No afiliation etc. John Peterson Kingston, RI 1991 300D 2.5 78k

[MBZ] Belt Noise

or is it automatic with the tensioner? Anything I can check? I have a replacment belt. Thanks. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 78k

[MBZ] 124 Trans Cooler Lines 2.5 300D

fluid levels. Has anyone changed them? Does the fluid come pouring out? John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 78k

Re: [MBZ] Wheel Fell off Sister's Car at 60mph

directive. Richard Murdoch From: John Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/03/18 Sat PM 05:21:47 EST To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] Wheel Fell off Sister's Car at 60mph My younger sister has a 2000 Volvo which she brought in for service at the Volvo dealership

[MBZ] 1994 S Class Diesels, Bad Heads?

had such a vulnerable motor. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 78k Kingston RI From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sun Mar 19 02:48:18 2006 Received: from pproxy.gmail.com ([64.233.166.176]) by server5.arterytc5.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1FKnxq-0006FV-Et for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Sun, 19 Mar 2006 02:48

Re: [MBZ] 1990 Mercedes Benz 300D 2.5 Turbodiesel

Method worked perfectly. I used only my clean, paranoid fingers to check the level. It was half way between the marks - just fine. Thanks to all. - Original Message - From: Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent:

Re: [MBZ] Wheel Fell off Sister's Car at 60mph

- From: John Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, March 19, 2006 8:51 AM Subject: [MBZ] Wheel Fell off Sister's Car at 60mph I think the service managers are pushing the mechanics so hard to do 3x the normal work in the same time

Re: [MBZ] 1990 Mercedes Benz 300D 2.5 Turbodiesel

. John Peterson 300D 2.5 78k Kingston, RI - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, March 18, 2006 9:46 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1990 Mercedes Benz 300D 2.5 Turbodiesel Yep, I think $8k and maybe even $9k

[MBZ] Torque Spec, If Any

they are not expensive and my instinct is telling me change it. But it could be that the fitting was just a bit loose. Anyone have experience with this? Is there a torque setting for the connection? I couldn't find on my MB CD. Thanks Friends John Peterson Kingston, RI 1991 300D 2.5 77k

Re: [MBZ] Fabric Dash Cover

I bought one of these http://www.global-accessories.com/dashmat/index.html for about $20. It looks like a grandpa's device, but it does block the hot sun. I only use it in the summertime. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 77k - Original Message - From: MICHAEL ESH [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] 190D rides again!

I'm so jealous of your 190 stick. I'd do anything for one of those. They are so rare. Baby that thing. John Peterson Kingston RI - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2006 1:24 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 190D rides

[MBZ] Isolating small oil leak around radiator

and first compression turnover. I have had gas cars that won't start if left for 2 weeks. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 77k miles

Re: [MBZ] W124 Motor Mounts

, you won't notice striking symptoms, just a degradation. The 2.5 with working mounts should feel, in terms of vibration, very much like a 4cyl gasser. At least Dwight's does! Hope this helps something. PS, changing them is a breeze. I have the procedure in pdf if you need it. John Peterson

Re: [MBZ] W124 Motor Mounts

. On 2/25/06, John Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Larry, the easiest way to tell on a 2.5 is to check if there is any vibration at idle in the wheel - along with a shake a shutdown. Dwight Giles, a fellow lister and neighbor has a 1990 with 130k miles and I have a 1991 with 77k. His had

Re: [MBZ] new addition

Sunil, a WONDERFUL car. I'd do the ATF with Mobil 1, big difference when cold. Fuel filters are easy to get at and take 15 minutes to change. I have started mine in 5 below here in Rhode Island with no block heater used. Just an incredible, reliable, FUN car. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991

Re: [MBZ] are 190s as generally bad as I've heard?

don't think that the 190 requires any more service or repairs than the 123 or 124's IMHO John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 74k - Original Message - From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, January 21, 2006 7:00 PM Subject

[MBZ] Vin Check?

Can anyone run WDBDB26D2JF441580 for me? I'm looking for a diesel 190. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 77k Hunting a 190D

[MBZ] Vin Check?

Can anyone run WDBDB26D2JF441580 for me? I'm looking for a diesel 190. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 77k Hunting a 190D

[MBZ] Tighten Trans Cooler lines?

it...I figure it is worth a try. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 77k

[MBZ] It's a Gas

it apart. John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 77k

Re: [MBZ] glue oozing mirror

... I don't trust any one of them. I justify my tool purchases with logic like this. Happy New Year! John Peterson Kingston RI 1991 300D 2.5 77k - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent

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