> Rich: procedure to clean the tank would not be easy to do at a car wash unless
And might not be necessary if you take care of it in time. And no one knows what "in time" is so sooner is better. :) > > How often do I change the fuel filters? Rarely, unless you have bad fuel or a bug infection. In the latter case, I think three or four of each is conservative. > > That, unfortunately, requires more money than I have right now. I already > > know I need motor mounts, valve adjustment, valve cover gasket mechanically, > > as well as a turn signal lens as mine is broken. But one thing at a time, > > really. The end of this month I'll be getting the mounts replaced, end of > > next will be have the valve servicing done. I'd seek the list wisdom on this sequencing. Seems like maladjusted valves could cause more damage than bad motor mounts? And similarly transmission fluid/filter, unless you are sure this thing was well-maintained up to parking. Turn signal I would do last, of course, if the lamp is still there, not least because one might turn up on ebay for cheap. You should also do bearings I believe, if you don't have maintenance history. I haven't done mine yet but I think they are due every 15k. Similarly rear differential but they may do that with your transmission. > > Car was very hard to start again this morning. Fearing for this winter. Valves, glow plugs, fuel leakdown, poor fuel flow, or something more serious. Since you may be dealing with poor flow already (critters, air leak, or tuning) I'd say deal with that and worry about the slow start later, worst case you're cutting a little off the lifetime of the battery if it turns out you have a shorted glow plug or something. You've got a long time until winter. :) They are expensive at first, aren't they? I always forget that part. Enjoy, -Tim _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
