Re: [MBZ] 300Dt trans
Alan I like your suggestions. Driving it today, I experienced no slipping, just slight bumping when it shifts. I think an experienced MB shop is a very good first step. I live in Evanston, IL, just north of Chicago if anyone has any recommendations. Also, thanks to all who responded to my door lock and water leak requests. The water leak was solved by cleaning out the hinge wells under the hood, and the vacuum door lock problem was solved by Rusty's replacements of three actuators. Thanks, again. Mike Netzky In a message dated 9/3/2006 5:14:2 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Mike: That sounds like low mileage for a bad transmission. You need to find an mechanic that has experience with this type of MB transmission. He will be able to either adjust it for no slips, tell you he can make it some better, or pronounce the tranny is toast. Your run of the mill repair shop will not know how to do the adjustments. I'm not sure where you are located, perhaps a list member in the area can recommend someone. You might ever consider the MB dealership. If the tranny is toast, don't use a regular tranny shop. They have probably never worked on a MB transmission. You can get a rebuilt from Rusty for around $1,850 and get it installed for $300-$500. Of course, shipping of two transmissions might cost a bit. I think there is another rebuild shop in New Jersey that some have used. Since the car is in great shape I wouldn't hesitate to replace the tranny. As other posters have said that is 4-5 payments on a new car, or if you get another older MB it will likely take that much to get it into the same shape as your car. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN
Re: [MBZ] 300Dt trans
Mike: That sounds like low mileage for a bad transmission. You need to find an mechanic that has experience with this type of MB transmission. He will be able to either adjust it for no slips, tell you he can make it some better, or pronounce the tranny is toast. Your run of the mill repair shop will not know how to do the adjustments. I'm not sure where you are located, perhaps a list member in the area can recommend someone. You might ever consider the MB dealership. If the tranny is toast, don't use a regular tranny shop. They have probably never worked on a MB transmission. You can get a rebuilt from Rusty for around $1,850 and get it installed for $300-$500. Of course, shipping of two transmissions might cost a bit. I think there is another rebuild shop in New Jersey that some have used. Since the car is in great shape I wouldn't hesitate to replace the tranny. As other posters have said that is 4-5 payments on a new car, or if you get another older MB it will likely take that much to get it into the same shape as your car. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Alan There are 187,000 miles on the car. I'm not the original owner so I don't know what has been done before I got it. I got it 40,000 miles ago. The fluid/filter was changed/flushed very recently. The mechanic said he adjusted "something." It seemed to have changed the shift pattern slightly. Today when I drove it, it didn't seem to race/slip as much, but tomorrow's another day! Last week I took it to a tranny shop, and they said they would "fix" it for 1,800-1,900 dollars. Someone else said I should put in an exchange/rebuilt one. Even though the car is in great shape and I love driving it, I know the car is not worth the price of all the repairs that I could make to it. I would like to keep it though, and I'm having a great time fixing some of the other things. (door vac system, water leaks, etc.)
Re: [MBZ] 300Dt trans
David wrote:<money it would take to fix this one?" Usually the answer is no,>> Exactly, David! Too many people have a problem with a nice car and instead of spending a few thousand $'s getting it as near perfect as possible they'll spend $15k for a Toyota/Honda and end up with much less car than if they'd fixed their old car. Of course, there's times when a car has too much rust or too many problems making repairing uneconomical - but the thought process needs to occur rather than just going and getting a new car loan. I went thru this on my '78 240D and granted, it's easier for me to do work since I provide all my own labor. Anyway, I spent approx $2200 fixing everything needed - from shocks to rebuilding the engine to fixing interior stuff. Now, I have a 240D that's in near perfect condition. As someone said (sorta) , "it's not what your car is worth, its what it's worth to you'. I still have the 240D -- it's the perfect backup car for us - it sits for weeks sometimes yet stll starts and drives as it should. I'm glad I didn't go out and buy a Accord - I'd just be paying off the loan now and it would just be an old anonymous car - that I see thousands of every day. Also, in many ways, having eBay makes it easier to find good prices on parts. Have a nice Sunday!! . Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: "David Brodbeck" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, September 03, 2006 12:58 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300Dt trans Tom Hargrave wrote: "Even though the car is in great shape and I love driving it, I know the car is not worth the price of all the repairs that I could make to it." The cost of repairs and maintenance, including a $1800 - $1900 transmission, are recovered through use of the car & have nothing to do with the market price of a car. I think I've said this before, but my rule of thumb is, "can I get a better car for the amount of money it would take to fix this one?" Usually the answer is no, especially when I figure in that I know what's wrong with the one I have, while one I buy will have a new, unknown set of problems. ___ 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.405 / Virus Database: 268.11.7/436 - Release Date: 9/1/2006
Re: [MBZ] 300Dt trans
Tom Hargrave wrote: > "Even though the car is in great shape and I love driving it, I know the car > is not worth the price of all the repairs that I could make to it." > > The cost of repairs and maintenance, including a $1800 - $1900 transmission, > are recovered through use of the car & have nothing to do with the market > price of a car. > I think I've said this before, but my rule of thumb is, "can I get a better car for the amount of money it would take to fix this one?" Usually the answer is no, especially when I figure in that I know what's wrong with the one I have, while one I buy will have a new, unknown set of problems.
Re: [MBZ] 300Dt trans
"Even though the car is in great shape and I love driving it, I know the car is not worth the price of all the repairs that I could make to it." The cost of repairs and maintenance, including a $1800 - $1900 transmission, are recovered through use of the car & have nothing to do with the market price of a car. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, September 02, 2006 8:28 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300Dt trans Alan There are 187,000 miles on the car. I'm not the original owner so I don't know what has been done before I got it. I got it 40,000 miles ago. The fluid/filter was changed/flushed very recently. The mechanic said he adjusted "something." It seemed to have changed the shift pattern slightly. Today when I drove it, it didn't seem to race/slip as much, but tomorrow's another day! Last week I took it to a tranny shop, and they said they would "fix" it for 1,800-1,900 dollars. Someone else said I should put in an exchange/rebuilt one. Even though the car is in great shape and I love driving it, I know the car is not worth the price of all the repairs that I could make to it. I would like to keep it though, and I'm having a great time fixing some of the other things. (door vac system, water leaks, etc.) Mike <<>> - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Friday, September 01, 2006 7:07 PM Subject: [MBZ] 300Dt trans > The engine races trying to get into 2nd and 3rd and eventually makes it. > When the engine is not up to full temp. the racing does not occur or not > as > much. > > Thoughts? > ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 300Dt trans
Alan There are 187,000 miles on the car. I'm not the original owner so I don't know what has been done before I got it. I got it 40,000 miles ago. The fluid/filter was changed/flushed very recently. The mechanic said he adjusted "something." It seemed to have changed the shift pattern slightly. Today when I drove it, it didn't seem to race/slip as much, but tomorrow's another day! Last week I took it to a tranny shop, and they said they would "fix" it for 1,800-1,900 dollars. Someone else said I should put in an exchange/rebuilt one. Even though the car is in great shape and I love driving it, I know the car is not worth the price of all the repairs that I could make to it. I would like to keep it though, and I'm having a great time fixing some of the other things. (door vac system, water leaks, etc.) Mike <<>> - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Friday, September 01, 2006 7:07 PM Subject: [MBZ] 300Dt trans > The engine races trying to get into 2nd and 3rd and eventually makes it. > When the engine is not up to full temp. the racing does not occur or not > as > much. > > Thoughts? >
Re: [MBZ] 300Dt trans
How many miles are on the tranny? Have you changed the fluid/filter? Have there been any adjustments made to the transmission modulator since it started slipping? Have you checked the vacuum system for leaks? My experience with 82 & 83 300D transmissions is not good. At lot of them start slipping around 250k and you have to go with a replacement. Alan Duff Knoxville, TN - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Friday, September 01, 2006 7:07 PM Subject: [MBZ] 300Dt trans The engine races trying to get into 2nd and 3rd and eventually makes it. When the engine is not up to full temp. the racing does not occur or not as much. Thoughts? Thanks. Mike Netzky 83 300Dt ___ 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
