Re: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question
Paul, If it's flaring on ALL shifts, it's probably vacuum modulator related. There used to be a good article on mbz.org that described adjusting the vacuum switch on the top of the IP and the vacuum modulator down on the transmission. If you're making the Dallas to Austin trip again, you could stop by and I'll help you put the gauges on it. I've still got my homemeade modulator pressure gauge left over from my 300D 722.315 days. Gary Thompson Georgetown, TX 1995 E320 On 1/28/06, paul [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I recently purchased a '83 300CD for dirt cheap, and drove it from Dallas to Austin and back. I noticed that there's a slight flair from 1st to 2nd, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. It also takes a second a or two to drop into reverse. What should i inspect/replace first? B2 piston? 'tanks, Paul
Re: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question
paul wrote: I recently purchased a '83 300CD for dirt cheap, and drove it from Dallas to Austin and back. I noticed that there's a slight flair from 1st to 2nd, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. It also takes a second a or two to drop into reverse. What should i inspect/replace first? B2 piston? As far as the flaring problem goes, check the vacuum switches on top of the valve cover. There's one that softens the shifts at idle (for downshifts as you coast to a stop) and when its lever arm wears through, it softens *all* the shifts. Partial-throttle upshifts got noticably firmer when I fixed this on my '83 300D.
Re: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question
Plan on rebuilding it soon, its worn out. B2 piston either works or it doesnt. paul wrote: I recently purchased a '83 300CD for dirt cheap, and drove it from Dallas to Austin and back. I noticed that there's a slight flair from 1st to 2nd, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. It also takes a second a or two to drop into reverse. What should i inspect/replace first? B2 piston? 'tanks, Paul ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question
On Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 09:54 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I recently purchased a '83 300CD for dirt cheap, and drove it from Dallas to Austin and back. I noticed that there's a slight flair from 1st to 2nd, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. It also takes a second a or two to drop into reverse. What should i inspect/replace first? B2 piston? 'tanks, Paul This was just discussed the other day. There is a fix for the flaring which includes K1/K2 spring kits. There is an aftermarket mfr that makes a valve body kit also. A delay in switching from P-R-D-R is OK to a point, Dr Booth may be able to clarify how long is OK. Some flaring may be reduced by adjusting and/or replacing the modulator too. If its real bad you can disconnect the vacuum line to the modulator and put up with hard shifts for a zillion more miles. Kind of a free repair if you don't want to spend $$ at a tranny shop. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question
Paul, Tell me the mileage of the tranny; It may be necessary to rebuilt it. Joopster -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of paul Sent: 29 January, 2006 12:56 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question I recently purchased a '83 300CD for dirt cheap, and drove it from Dallas to Austin and back. I noticed that there's a slight flair from 1st to 2nd, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. It also takes a second a or two to drop into reverse. What should i inspect/replace first? B2 piston? 'tanks, Paul ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] 300CD Tranny question
I recently purchased a '83 300CD for dirt cheap, and drove it from Dallas to Austin and back. I noticed that there's a slight flair from 1st to 2nd, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. It also takes a second a or two to drop into reverse. What should i inspect/replace first? B2 piston? 'tanks, Paul
