[MBZ] 280SE W126
After having lived on MB diesels ranging from the 180D ponton to the W124 300D I will probably take the plunge and buy a W126 280SE. ( The car is low mileage 5miles ) . Firstly how does one adapt to not having to wait to glow before starting ! I might have to see a therapist ! Seriously what issues are there with the M110 ( euro ) version and the W126 drivetrain. Thanks Peter -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090324/9779307c/attachment.html ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126
I had an M110 W123 once. About an hour after I bought it, I got out my stethoscope to try and find the source of a tapping/clicking sound in the motor while idling. It was elusive, so I revved the engine a bit at idle, and the motor went bang and instantly stopped rotating. When I moved the car, there was a pile of aluminum shards on the ground under the engine bay. My best guess is that the oil pump failed, and the engine threw a rod. Just thought I'd share my (first and last) M110 experience It seems like they would make for a very powerful and smooth car if the engine is in good shape. Tyler Peter Merle wrote: After having lived on MB diesels ranging from the 180D ponton to the W124 300D I will probably take the plunge and buy a W126 280SE. ( The car is low mileage 5miles ) . Firstly how does one adapt to not having to wait to glow before starting ! I might have to see a therapist ! Seriously what issues are there with the M110 ( euro ) version and the W126 drivetrain. Thanks Peter ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126
Noisy valve train and leaky valve cover gaskets are the only things I know of. Mechanical lash, you have to adjust valves all the time, and it's impossible to get it really quiet. I've heard valve timing is a pain to set, but otherwise it's as robust as any Benz gasser. Probably a gas hog, too. Your diesels are faster, though. Peter -Original Message- From: tyler casi...@usermail.com Sent: Mar 24, 2009 2:12 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126 I had an M110 W123 once. About an hour after I bought it, I got out my stethoscope to try and find the source of a tapping/clicking sound in the motor while idling. It was elusive, so I revved the engine a bit at idle, and the motor went bang and instantly stopped rotating. When I moved the car, there was a pile of aluminum shards on the ground under the engine bay. My best guess is that the oil pump failed, and the engine threw a rod. Just thought I'd share my (first and last) M110 experience It seems like they would make for a very powerful and smooth car if the engine is in good shape. Tyler Peter Merle wrote: After having lived on MB diesels ranging from the 180D ponton to the W124 300D I will probably take the plunge and buy a W126 280SE. ( The car is low mileage 5miles ) . Firstly how does one adapt to not having to wait to glow before starting ! I might have to see a therapist ! Seriously what issues are there with the M110 ( euro ) version and the W126 drivetrain. Thanks Peter ___ 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 ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126
On Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 11:21 AM, Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net wrote: Your diesels are faster, though. Not faster than an M110 Euro, even in the 126 chassis! 180+ hp and equal torque, not 120 or whatever the emasculated American version put out. Alex ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126
I've had two 280 engines, one in a 75 280 and the other in a 78 280CE. Both engines were sensitive to fuel quality and needed mid-grade minimum. My oldest Son had a 1979 280E and he loved the car. Also, I'll second the oil leak issues. But my leaks were not caused by the cam cover, they coming from the gasket between the cam carrier head. This one's a pain to fix. Valve lash is not that hard providing you own the correct crowsfoot wrench. Some angles are impossible with standard hand tools. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Peter Frederick Sent: Tuesday, March 24, 2009 1:21 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126 Noisy valve train and leaky valve cover gaskets are the only things I know of. Mechanical lash, you have to adjust valves all the time, and it's impossible to get it really quiet. I've heard valve timing is a pain to set, but otherwise it's as robust as any Benz gasser. Probably a gas hog, too. Your diesels are faster, though. Peter -Original Message- From: tyler casi...@usermail.com Sent: Mar 24, 2009 2:12 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126 I had an M110 W123 once. About an hour after I bought it, I got out my stethoscope to try and find the source of a tapping/clicking sound in the motor while idling. It was elusive, so I revved the engine a bit at idle, and the motor went bang and instantly stopped rotating. When I moved the car, there was a pile of aluminum shards on the ground under the engine bay. My best guess is that the oil pump failed, and the engine threw a rod. Just thought I'd share my (first and last) M110 experience It seems like they would make for a very powerful and smooth car if the engine is in good shape. Tyler Peter Merle wrote: After having lived on MB diesels ranging from the 180D ponton to the W124 300D I will probably take the plunge and buy a W126 280SE. ( The car is low mileage 5miles ) . Firstly how does one adapt to not having to wait to glow before starting ! I might have to see a therapist ! Seriously what issues are there with the M110 ( euro ) version and the W126 drivetrain. Thanks Peter ___ 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 ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.557 / Virus Database: 270.11.25/2019 - Release Date: 3/23/2009 6:51 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.557 / Virus Database: 270.11.25/2019 - Release Date: 3/23/2009 6:51 PM ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126
Would this be CIS? Big $$ trouble with fuel distributor or warm up regulator if you leave one of those sitting unused, especially with the short shelf life that modern gasoline has. Mitch. ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126
I always considered that time as dedicated to letting the fuel pump get the system up to ooperating pressure before starting the car. Same sequence as the Diesels - get in, turn key on, curse the buzzer, fasten seat belt, start the car. . Firstly how does one adapt to not having to wait to glow before starting ! -- OK Don W124 Diesels KD5NRO -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090324/64d6e370/attachment.html ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126
It is difficult. I still find myself waiting for pre-glow on my 300E. No joke! On Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 12:56 PM, Peter Merle merle.pe...@gmail.com wrote: After having lived on MB diesels ranging from the 180D ponton to the W124 300D I will probably take the plunge and buy a W126 280SE. ( The car is low mileage 5miles ) . Firstly how does one adapt to not having to wait to glow before starting ! I might have to see a therapist ! Seriously what issues are there with the M110 ( euro ) version and the W126 drivetrain. Thanks Peter -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090324/6c50627b/attachment.html ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280SE W126
2009/3/25 OK Don okd...@gmail.com I always considered that time as dedicated to letting the fuel pump get the system up to ooperating pressure before starting the car. Same sequence as the Diesels - get in, turn key on, curse the buzzer, fasten seat belt, start the car. . Firstly how does one adapt to not having to wait to glow before starting ! -- OK Don W124 Diesels KD5NRO Yes I like that one , its has a similar feeling! PEter -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090324/64d6e370/attachment.html ___ 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 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090325/b78ddadd/attachment.html ___ 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
