The 280 is a double overhead cam 6 cylinder with a hemispherical combustion chamber. Mercedes went to the design to overcome the loss in horsepower caused by the Federal Government emission regulations & drop in compression ratio. I've owned three, one 1975 carbureted and 2 1979 FI models.
The engines run well but they suffer from oil leaks around the cam carrier & the leaks are a royal pain to correct, involving the removal of the upper, then the cam lower carrier to replace the gasket between the lower carrier and the head. This also involves removing the gears from the front of the cams before pulling the lower carrier. Fortunately, you just tie the chain to the gears with wire ties & everything lines back up during re-assembly. Also, both of mine needed at least mid-grade gas to not diesel when turned off. I believe that overall, they are good engines. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Thursday, October 04, 2007 8:48 PM To: Diesel List Subject: [MBZ] '77 280SEL Listers, Found a '77 280SEL on Craigslist. Picture looks like the 116 chassis which is my favorite and convieniently the wife likes 'em too. Any opinions on the 280? How much gas are we really talking about here? The ad reads " Classic Mercedes, well maintained summer car, new tires and stereo, car is tight, high miles. 1500 Or Best Offer" -Curt --------------------------------- Moody friends. Drama queens. Your life? Nope! - their life, your story. Play Sims Stories at Yahoo! Games. _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
