Sigh, I might'swell look into this for myself. Since I'm replacing my
waterpump (housing to the machine shop tomorrow) and all my accessory
belts are off, it'd be easier now I suppose than later. What tools do
I need to check the stretch, and, um, where's the chain located?
(ducks and runs for cover)
Tim
1982 300TD Moby
On 11/10/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> before doing this because of mileage you should check it for stetch - put
> the crank on TDC, remove the cam cover and check the cam washer - it has a V
> cut into it that should align with the mark on the cam tower - it'll be off
> some if stretched - the amount is measured in degrees - I believe over 5 d
> indicates need for change.
>
> As preventive maintanence you might consider changing the tensioner also --
>
> Sincerely,
> Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, 78 240D)
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> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Fmiser" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> To: "Mercedes mailing list" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2005 2:01 AM
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300D timing chain replacement
>
>
> > rumor has it that Tom wrote:
> >
> >> Contemplaing doing timing chain overdue at 270K miles. I have been doing
> >> some research. It appears a chain buddy;, ie standby helper is required.
> >> Can this job be done totally solo? I have not met any of my neighbors or
> >> friends/wifes/kids or enemies who gives a rats a-- for my 77 300D or
> >> would
> >> be worthy or interested in helping.
> >>
> >> Any thoughts please. Can it be done solo? Thanks
> >> Regards Tom Scordato, Bellefonte PA
> >
> > I did it solo - about 5 times.
> >
> > The chain that came out of the box was too short. (!!!???!!??)
> >
> > So I was _sure_ I did something wrong.
> >
> > New chain in/old chain out; old in/new out; new in/old out, dropped end
> > down inside. *sigh*
> >
> > Recovered chain end, installed old chain, removed injector pump,
> > replaced oil pan, ordered a _correct_ chain from Rusty.
> >
> > Then - newer chain in/old chain out.
> >
> > Piece of cake!
> >
> > Just be sure you have the right size replacement chain (136 links),
> > and never drop it down inside!!
> >
> > I did make a handy device to help me guide the new chain in, the old
> > chain out, and keep both of them in firm contact with the cam gear -
> > with one hand. The other hand could then work the rachet on the power
> > steering pump nut to turn the engine.
> >
> > I've attached a photo. Sorry, archive...
> >
> > Philip,
> >
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