Oh... I forgot one helper tool... Get some metric all thread and cut 2
pieces 1" longer than the longest head bolt... Install in diagonal
corners. Remove after installing a couple of other head bolts...
2 people can easily lift it out with precision, and one person can
readily move it about
> pm7...@comcast.net wrote:
> Magnaflux show cracking in magnetic materials, Dye Pen in used
> in aluminum.
The OM617 in his 85 300TD has an iron head. So Magnaflux will work.
I have a permanent chain hoist setup in the garage, so I use it
on heads. It's a bit heavy to handle with precision al
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Thanks. The head actually appears not to be that heavy. My car guy is very
strong so perhaps we can just muscle it around?
The head looks fine from visual inspection. Is the head repairable at a
reasonable cost regardles of its actual condition upon te
The 3.5 is a truly amazing vehicle. I have owned four (including my current
restored one). I sold one that had a 4 speed stick shift on the floor and
one other with an auto. The last was a parts car for my restoration
project. The great thing is they are bullet proof - they stay fixed, and
the
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> I've decided that my 1985 pseudo 300TD (with the replacement 1985 300D
> engine and "co
Ummm, yeah? The cylinder head IS the top of the engine...
-Curt
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I bought a great cylinder
Andrew wrote:
> ...and my neighbor who does all sorts of heavy duty
> work on his 280SE 3.35 coupe is willing to work with me to R/R the head.
Now... that is a car to own, I bet.
I recall seeing one fitted with manual trans about 15 years ago on
some car selling site before ebay took over selling
1. How should I test the cylinder head to ensure it's still good? If I
take it to a machine shop what will they charge me and what can they
determine?
Have the machine shop resurface the valves and seats, check the valve
guides, and replace the valve seals with the seals YOU provide!
(This
strasfogel
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I've decided that my 1985 pseudo 300TD (with the replacement 1985
300D
engine and "converted" (i.e., bowdlerized) self levelling system
merits
conversion into a real 30
night. All C temps of course.
Randy
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Hot? In Manitoba
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I bought a great cylinder head R/R DVD on ebay for a very good price.
Although the directions are quite clear and the videography is excellent,
this is one b*tch of job. You basically
Hot? In Manitoba? ;<)
Wilton
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Let me recommend a few boxes of the blue rubber gloves. Not all that
You don't have to Jack the car, except for disconnecting the exhaust,
and don't need a lift or hoist.
You will need the special long 12mm XZN socket, a head gasket set, a
turbo oil feed gasket, injector beat shields, manifold stud nuts, a
timing chain tensioner gasket and a timing rail pin
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> I've decided that my 1985 pseudo 300TD (with the replacement 1985 300D
> engine and "converted" (i.e., bowdlerized) self levelling system merits
> conversio
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I've decided that my 1985 pseudo 300TD (with the replacement 1985 300D
engine and "converted" (i.e., bowdlerized) self levelling system merits
conversion into a real 300TD.
AM
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Subject: [MBZ] Head R/R for 300TD wagon
I've decided that my 1985 pseudo 300TD (with the replacement 1985 300D
engine and "converted" (i.e., bowdlerized) self levelling system merits
conversion into a real 300TD. I found a 300TD cylinder head (in
ndred, depending
on your location. Call shops to get a ballpark figure.
Greg
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Head R/R for 300TD wagon
Not having done with take my words with a grain of salt.
Not having done with take my words with a grain of salt.
1. I would have the "good" head rebuilt. If you are going to do it, do
it right. Metric motors comes to mind. I have heard of magna fluxing as
well but not sure of the pros/cons.
2. Stripped headbolts I'd think.
3. You need an engine h
I've decided that my 1985 pseudo 300TD (with the replacement 1985 300D
engine and "converted" (i.e., bowdlerized) self levelling system merits
conversion into a real 300TD. I found a 300TD cylinder head (including the
SLS pump) at a good price, and my neighbor who does all sorts of heavy duty
work
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