[MBZ] '87 300SDL Glow Plugs

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

I tried starting my car this morning but my glow plug light did not come on.  
First time in 10 yrs. owning this car.  It was a very warm day and thought 
maybe in might start without the glow plugs.  No go!  Looked in the fuse box 
but could not find anything for the glow plugs.  Where would I find these for 
the glow plugs? Never had any problems thus far with glow plugs, or injectors.
Thanks.Ralph, '87 300 SDL
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[MBZ] '87 300SDL Trans. leak

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

My car has been leaking Trans. fluid this past year.  I had the seals replaced 
but now noticed some leaking.  Had it checked today and my mechanic says the 
leak seems to be a valve on the right side of the tranny which has been 
identified as the secondary trans. oil pump.  There is an O ring there which 
could be the culprit, or the pump itself.  Does a leak from this pump seem 
likely, or would it more likely be the O ring.  Anyone have any ideas on  this 
issue??
Thanks
Ralph, '87 300SDL           '84  399 CD
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Re: [MBZ] '87 126 striker plate screw

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

 That is a great idea, I will try getting the screw out by drilling it.  I have 
another concern; there appears to be a plate behind the striker plate that the 
actual striker screw, screws through and it looks like it is behind the frame 
metal.  Is this the case?  If so, how do I manage to take the striker off 
without losing this plate that is probably behind the actual frame metal?  I 
have never had a striker plate actually off a car before; just moved these 
plates around a bit without actually removing them.  Just something I thought 
might give me more headaches, so that is why I am asking you; it sounds like 
you have had experience taking these things off completely before.  Thanks 
again.
Ralph
On ‎Sunday‎, ‎August‎ ‎12‎, ‎2018‎ ‎06‎:‎08‎:‎03‎ ‎PM‎ ‎ADT, Mitch Haley 
via Mercedes  wrote:  
 
 I always meant to order some cobalt left hand twist bits from the Snap-On 
truck. 
Back when I had weekly truck visits, they were in the catalog but not on the 
truck. 
It's such a happy moment when your bit jams and the bolt spins out of the hole 
by accident. 

Oops, I just checked, now those bits are $8-30 each. 
And a set of five with matching spiral extractors is $85.
Anyway, the striker screws are flat heads, right?
You might be able to drill the screw out, take the striker off, and put 
vice-grips on the stub of screw remaining. 
Mitch.

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Re: [MBZ] '87 126 striker plate screw

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

 Thanks, is it best to start with a smaller bit and work up?  I have a 
different bolt extractor that I could try using, if necessary.
Ralph
On Sunday, August 12, 2018, 2:24:36 p.m. ADT, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes 
 wrote:  
 
 I have had good luck with high cobalt alloy bits to cut tough or work-hardened 
steel. My best experience has been with USA made Latrobe brand. I am sure that 
there are other brands that are also good.

Greg

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Subject: [MBZ] '87 126 striker plate screw

Tried getting a stripped screw out of the rear door striker plate. Used a new 
bolt/screw extractor, it broke off in the screw.  What type of drill bit is 
needed to continue this job?  Any other options??  Thanks.
Ralph '87, 300SDL          '84,  300 CD
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[MBZ] '87 126 striker plate screw

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

Tried getting a stripped screw out of the rear door striker plate. Used a new 
bolt/screw extractor, it broke off in the screw.  What type of drill bit is 
needed to continue this job?  Any other options??  Thanks.
Ralph '87, 300SDL          '84,  300 CD
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[MBZ] Glow Plug Light - 300CD

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

My '84 300CD's glow plug light on the dash has stopped coming on when I turn on 
the key.  The glow plugs must be working as the engine starts immediately after 
about 7-10 seconds.  What should I look for to correct this?  Thanks
Ralph '84 300CD          '87 300 SDL
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[MBZ] '87 300SDL brake pulsing

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

My car recently starting a pulsing in the brake pedal.  Had a garage look at it 
and they recommended a rotor turning to remove high spots.  This worked fine 
for awhile, but the pulsing is now back again.  Should I have the rotors 
replaced or could it be  something else.
Thanks
Ralph '87 300 SDL          '84 300 CD
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[MBZ] '84 300CD Headlights

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

Was wondering what was available to upgrade the existing seal beam headlights 
on my '84 300CD to a brighter system.  Is there an LED Seal Beam replacement 
for these cars?
Any ideas?
ThanksRalph '84 300 CD          '87 300 SDL

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Re: [MBZ] '87 300 SDL windows not operating

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

Would one defective switch/wire effect all 4 switches?  

Ralph
 

On Thursday, February 16, 2017 11:25 AM, "Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes" 
<mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
 

 My car windows will not go up or down and I have the 2 back windows down part 
way.  Checked all fuses, but nothing.  Also, the passenger side exterior mirror 
doesn't work either.  Any ideas? 

They worked when I left home for a short trip downtown, but now nothing.

Thanks

Ralph '87 300SDL   '84 300 CD
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[MBZ] '87 300 SDL windows not operating

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

My car windows will not go up or down and I have the 2 back windows down part 
way.  Checked all fuses, but nothing.  Also, the passenger side exterior mirror 
doesn't work either.  Any ideas? 

They worked when I left home for a short trip downtown, but now nothing.

Thanks

Ralph '87 300SDL   '84 300 CD
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Re: [MBZ] Craigslist NC Florida

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

This is a very interesting thread as I have an '87 300SDL with about 250K 
miles.  The tranny does seem sluggish getting into 4th., and also slow going 
into reverse.  I have read about the reverse syndrome and have been very leery 
about it failing me for some time now.  However, with this new information 
there is a glimmer of hope.  I would also like some further info and details 
that I can use to have a qualified tranny service operator to view and do the 
necessary repairs.  Thanks very much for any info you can forward.
ralph '87 SDL         '84 CD 

On Friday, February 10, 2017 6:26 AM, archer75--- via Mercedes 
 wrote:
 

 Bingo! I've been waiting 17 years for a definitive answer to that question!
Thanks you, Dan! Thank you!
Part number and instructions would be greatly appreciated!
Gerry
~~
Dan Penoff wrote:
> Gerry,
> It’s not a B2 piston you need, it’s the K1 and K2 valves.  They’re $5/each 
> from a dealer and take all of maybe 3-4 minutes to replace when you’ve got 
> the pan off the transmission.
> 
> I just did mine on the 300D, and it shifts like a totally different car.  The 
> 2-3 isn’t “stacked” like it used to be and the 3-4 comes in later and is 
> smooth.
> 
> I can get you the part number if you want it along with some instructions.  
> The parts are the same for both, which makes it even simpler.
> 
> -D
> 
> 
> > On Feb 9, 2017, at 6:00 PM, archer75--- via Mercedes 
> >  wrote:
> > 
> > When I bought my '83 300D in 2000 it had the reverse delay as well as a 
> > delay between 2 and 3; neither of which could be corrected by adjustment. 
> > Periodically I would decide to order a rebuilt transmission from Sun in 
> > California but never got around to it. Gradually I got used to slightly 
> > backing off the throttle when the transmission changed from 2 to 3 gear 
> > until I did it without thinking about it. By doing that the transmission 
> > shifted normally.
> > Now, about 17 years and 130,000 miles later, I'm still driving it the same 
> > way and will never get around to installing a rebuilt transmission although 
> > I might spend a little over $100 and install a new (B-2?) piston through a 
> > plate in the side of the transmission since I've been told that would 
> > correct the problem.
> > It is a 722.315 transmission.
> > YMMV
> > Gerry
> > 
> 
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Re: [MBZ] 300SDL A/C electrical problem

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

It is the SDL car, thanks for the input.  My next question is simpler;  should 
I have an A/C specialist do this testing work, or a garage that works mainly on 
European Vehicles?  I have both in the area.The garage that gave me my latest 
input does not have the specialized A/C. equipment needed, but he did determine 
that the wiring was done incorrectly and fixed that for me first.I was advised 
that the compressor did have sufficient refrigeration to actually run, but just 
wasn't, and that seems to fit into the klima issue.  Thanks
Ralph '87 SDL 

On Wednesday, December 7, 2016 2:38 PM, Craig via Mercedes 
<mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
 

 On Wed, 7 Dec 2016 19:35:07 + (UTC) "Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes"
<mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> I had my A/C,heater motor brushes replaced and exerienced a problem
> after the wires were replaced in reverse.  Had this fixed and now I
> have trouble with my compressor not kicking in.  Had it checked out,
> but the garage cannot find what is causing the problem.  They tell me I
> have power at the fuse, but nothing at the compressor.  There is
> sufficient pressure at the compressor to have it run, but it is not
> receiving any power.  This garage cannot fix it.  Referred me to an A/C
> specialist.  I thought that perhaps someone in this forum might have an
> idea on where to look for this problem.  I feel I should go to a garage
> that specializes in foreign cars like the M.B. Ralph '87 300SDL '84 300
> CD


Which car? Where?


Craig

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[MBZ] 300SDL A/C electrical problem

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

I had my A/C,heater motor brushes replaced and exerienced a problem after the 
wires were replaced in reverse.  Had this fixed and now I have trouble with my 
compressor not kicking in.  Had it checked out, but the garage cannot find what 
is causing the problem.  They tell me I have power at the fuse, but nothing at 
the compressor.  There is sufficient pressure at the compressor to have it run, 
but it is not receiving any power.  This garage cannot fix it.  Referred me to 
an A/C specialist.  I thought that perhaps someone in this forum might have an 
idea on where to look for this problem.  I feel I should go to a garage that 
specializes in foreign cars like the M.B.
Ralph '87 300SDL          '84 300 CD
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Re: [MBZ] 300 SDL wheel lug nuts

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

Can anyone expand on the info re "Tom, at the classic center" in order to 
purchase these lug bolts?  I tried the link to "https://www.otisincla.com ", 
but they told me they do not handle these any longer.  So I am still trying to 
get some.  I was hoping not to have to purchase a lot consisting of 20 bolts, 
but rather just purchase the 6 that I currently need, but I may have to resort 
to getting the lot thru ebay, or elsewhere.  So be it.ThanksRalph    

On Wednesday, November 23, 2016 11:10 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes 
<mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
 

 Ralph,

You have two choices:

Buy replacements from the dealer.  These will have the plastic caps on the tops 
of the bolts that yours are missing - these are not service parts.

Contact https://www.otisincla.com <https://www.otisincla.com/> and give them 
the dimensions.  These guys are the Gods of Lug bolts and can pretty well 
source anything you could ever want.  They won’t be cheap, but they’ll be very 
high quality and won’t have the plastic caps, but solid ends.

Dan


> On Nov 23, 2016, at 10:02 AM, Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes 
> <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> 
> I am looking for 6 wheel lug nuts for my 126.  The bolts that are on the car 
> have several without the top cap in place and I was wondering if one could 
> buy just the caps, or if not, where to purchase the whole nut (bolt 
> actually).  The length is 3 5/8".  It is probably a metric size, but that is 
> the closest I could come to with a normal measuring tape, I do have a ruler 
> that has MM, and it shows it is 9.2mm.  (Measured from the bottom thread to 
> the top of the bolt, without the cap on.Can anyone advise where I could 
> purchase these, and what they are officially referred as; nuts or bolts.  
> Thanks
> Ralph '87 300 SDL          '84 300 CD
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[MBZ] 300 SDL wheel lug nuts

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

I am looking for 6 wheel lug nuts for my 126.  The bolts that are on the car 
have several without the top cap in place and I was wondering if one could buy 
just the caps, or if not, where to purchase the whole nut (bolt actually).  The 
length is 3 5/8".  It is probably a metric size, but that is the closest I 
could come to with a normal measuring tape, I do have a ruler that has MM, and 
it shows it is 9.2mm.  (Measured from the bottom thread to the top of the bolt, 
without the cap on.Can anyone advise where I could purchase these, and what 
they are officially referred as; nuts or bolts.  Thanks
Ralph '87 300 SDL          '84 300 CD
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Re: [MBZ] heater, a/c fan

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

Update; my car is a 1987 300SDL, a 126, I also own a '84 300CD, thu the 
confusion of my email name.  The wires on the fan motor were reversed on 
installation and that made the fan go in reverse.  A simple error and a very 
nice end to my frustration.  Thanks for all the tips and advise, and I was 
hoping for a simple answer. 
Thanks
Ralph '87 300SDL
 '84 300CD


On Sun, 11/20/16, Max Dillon via Mercedes  wrote:

 Subject: Re: [MBZ] heater, a/c fan
 To: "Mercedes Discussion List" 
 Cc: "Max Dillon" 
 Received: Sunday, November 20, 2016, 8:50 PM
 
 Maybe.  His signature
 says a 126 car, but the email address says a 123 car.
 -- 
 Max Dillon
 Charleston SC
 '87 300TD
 '95 E300
 
 On
 November 20, 2016 6:21:14 PM EST, Curley McLain via Mercedes
 
 wrote:
 >The patient is a 87
 300SDL   (126)  I suppose it is possible the
 fan
 >got 
 >reversed.   I've seem plenty
 of stuff the "pros" screwed up.   (like
 
 >pretty much anything they touch)
 >
 >> David Bruckmann
 via Mercedes 
 >> November 20, 2016 at 4:57 PM
 >> I don't remember the electrical
 details on a 123, 
 
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Re: [MBZ] heater, a/c fan

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

The fan sounds like it is running well.  The speed can be varied but very 
little or nil air is coming out of the vents.  If I am driving, and open the 
roof vent, the air comes out thru the vents nicely.  When I come to a stop, no 
air is coming out, but the fan is running and sounds like it is blowing air.  I 
tried running it in various modes, but the flow is no different, either in the 
heat mode or the A/C mode.Ralph 

On Sunday, November 20, 2016 12:05 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes 
<mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
 

 Sounds like a flap not opening IF the fan sounds like it is running at 
speed.

IF the fan is running slow, it could be the aspirator hose disintegrated 
or was knocked out of place while they were monkeying with the blower 
fan.  The aspirator system determines how fast the blower runs.

ACC sucks!
> Dan Penoff via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>
> November 20, 2016 at 10:52 AM
> Ralph,
>
> Are you getting air flow form the appropriate vents in each mode? I 
> ask because that would pin the issue on the fan, as flow would be low 
> regardless of the mode. In that case I would be looking at the fan.
>
> If the flow varies depending on which mode the ACC is in, you’ve got 
> an issue with a vacuum actuator and a door or flap not opening all the 
> way.
>
> Dan
>
>
>
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> November 20, 2016 at 9:54 AM
> I had the brushes changed in my heater/a/c fan motor.  Since 
> replacing, although the fan motor runs good, there is very little air 
> coming into the interior of the car.  The fan makes a sound as though 
> there is something blocking the air flow.  It is so low that the A/C 
> does not keep the car cool.  Could the motor have been installed 
> incorrectly thereby blocking the flow into the car?
> Ralph, '87 300 SDL
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[MBZ] heater, a/c fan

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

I had the brushes changed in my heater/a/c fan motor.  Since replacing, 
although the fan motor runs good, there is very little air coming into the 
interior of the car.  The fan makes a sound as though there is something 
blocking the air flow.  It is so low that the A/C does not keep the car cool.  
Could the motor have been installed incorrectly thereby blocking the flow into 
the car?
Ralph, '87 300 SDL
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Re: [MBZ] OT 1994 e420 woes BgifnQluCm

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

This brings up an interesting question; is it wise to do a detail on a M.B. 
Diesel engine?
Ralph 

On Saturday, September 10, 2016 5:46 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes 
 wrote:
 

 MAFs aren’t bad, but they can be tough to source.

Mercedes has rebuilt ones - the one for this car is about $370.00 reman, new 
$463.36.  New ones are tough to coe by, but the remans are usually in stock.

Dan


> On Sep 10, 2016, at 5:32 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> If the “detailer” used silicone based products on or around the engine 
> compartment, they borked your MAF.  If silicone gets on the sensing parts of 
> the MAF, it kills them.  This is well known and documented.
> 
> Lift the hood and see if you’ve got a shiny engine.
> 
> Dan
> 
> 
>> On Sep 9, 2016, at 10:50 PM, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> So I bought that low miles 1994 e420 from Jeremy and Co up in SF. Figured I
>> need the car and they said it drove well and was in good shape, and that's
>> about all I need in a 420. Paid and they sent the car.
>> 
>> It arrived yesterday. Started, backed off trailer fine. It was about 8am so
>> I hopped in it and attempted to drive to work. Unfortunately, it would rev
>> to about 1500rpm and stall, and repeat the sequence about every second or
>> so. It idles as smooth as silk, just won't throttle up. No lights on the
>> dash. Never got out of first gear or above 20mph. Not good news! Called tow
>> truck, then Lyft.
>> 
>> Herbert the German mechanic says the fault code is either the throttle body
>> actuator or the computer that controls it. He says the throttle body is not
>> opening properly in response to pedal input. He asks if there has ever been
>> water on the engine. I say not to my knowledge. He is still sorting out
>> what exactly is failing. Either one is a spendy item apparently; 1500 for
>> the actuator and lord knows if a computer would even be available. Herbert
>> himself isn't cheap either, but he knows mercedes.
>> 
>> So I got Jeremy on the phone and relayed this info. He apparently drove it
>> for several days and to the smog place before listing it, and it was
>> completely fine including the dyno test at smog. He says they did detail
>> the engine after that though.
>> 
>> So here is the question: what stuff typically gets messed up when you wash
>> an e420 motor that can cause this sort of thing? I am still hoping for an
>> outside chance of something simple, and I figured I would see if there is
>> any collective wisdom on this topic.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> Karl
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[MBZ] '84 300 CD- Locked Ignition Switch

[Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes]

 Hi, I sent this request this morning for some help, but the message has been 
held up all day for approval by the moderator.  Don't know why, but I need some 
input before I call a tow truck and send my car to a garage.My wife returned 
from shopping and shut off the car.  She left the key in the ignition, and when 
she returned to move the car, the ignition was locked and she could not turn 
the key.  She tried moving the steering wheel, but it would not do any good.  I 
also tried moving the steering wheel but the key would not turn on.  I also 
tried 2 extra keys that I have, but still no go.Any ideas on what I might try 
before I send for the tow truck to take to garage?  Thanks.
Ralph '84 300 CD   
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