[MBZ] 91 300D 2.5

2006-02-18 Thread l02turner
Howdy - Does this model have hydraulic / self-adjusting valves? Sincerely, Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, 91 300D 2.5 Turbo - tomorrow!) A Blood Test for your oil - www.youroil.net For Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Stuff http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs http://members

Re: [MBZ] W124 Manuals

2006-02-18 Thread Zeitgeist
http://skinnerbox.steaky.org/Service/W124/Index/602_603index.html Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler (211k) '84 300D (210k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K)

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D 2.5

2006-02-18 Thread William 'Chip' Lamb
At 07:03 PM 2/17/2006 -0500, you wrote: Howdy - Does this model have hydraulic / self-adjusting valves? Yes, 60x all have hydraulic tappets. _ Cheers- William "Chip" Lamb West of Sweden SAAB Richmond, VA. http://www.wmsbrg.com/sweden/ __

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D 2.5

2006-02-18 Thread Zeitgeist
Yes, the pneumatic adjusters didn't quite pan out. As stated before, use synthetic oils. On 2/17/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Howdy - > Does this model have hydraulic / self-adjusting valves? Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D 2.5

2006-02-18 Thread Werner Fehlauer
Yes, Larry - no valve periodic adjustments needed. The down side is that you don't get the "free look" at the timing chain as you would on a 617! In my case, the valve cover hasn't been off in 221k miles! Werner - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

Re: [MBZ] M-1 T&S AWOL @ W/M - UPDATE

2006-02-18 Thread Werner Fehlauer
Bob - my experience with Diesel MBs is that if they are in good condition, they will only use a quart every 3-5k miles (or so). If more than that, look for leaks. If no leaks and the consumption is greater than above, then Dino probably makes economic sense in moderate to warm climates, IMO.

Re: [MBZ] '90 300D 2.5 died on me

2006-02-18 Thread redghost
Not sure why, but the POS SDL liked to do that. Ended up selling the car to Kaleb. On Thursday, February 16, 2006, at 08:25 PM, OK Don wrote: We drove to Albuquerque from OKC today - just got here. After the final ten miles at only 65mph, I pulled off I-40 at my exit, came to a stop light, wh

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D 2.5

2006-02-18 Thread l02turner
Geez! 221k without checking the timing chain? That's a lnng time on one TC - I think. I did notice how it got quieter as it warmed up.. I;m going to pick it up tomorrow - then I can go thru everything and see what I have. The seller is going to get the records together - and this is

Re: [MBZ] Bought a Different 300D

2006-02-18 Thread Zeitgeist
$800?!? Dude, this is the Northwest, and don't forget that I "converted" the car over to run on biodiesel, and have the sticker to prove it. This baby's going up on CL and Ebay, and I'm not settling for less than $6K! It's not just biodiesel ready, it's already living the dream, baby! Yeee haww

Re: [MBZ] '83 240D clutch won't work

2006-02-18 Thread archer
Original post: archer wrote: My wifes '83 240D clutch won't release. --- Many thanks to John, Larry, Mitch, and Steve (hope I didn't miss anyone) for your suggestions about the clutch. Trying the easiest fixes first, I rolled the car out of the garage, started the en

Re: [MBZ] Hate finding this stuff

2006-02-18 Thread redghost
I love to watch my FiL screw with his boat. Just smile and have happy thoughts while he berates Gump. The poor fool built one himself and has spent the past two years attempting to sell it. No takers because it looks like it was a class project in wood shop on the inside. Upgraded to a 42 f

Re: [MBZ] W124 Manuals

2006-02-18 Thread redghost
RAMEN! His noodly goodness will touch you and provide you with knowledge in the Factory manuals, since the Haynes books are not that great On Friday, February 17, 2006, at 11:28 AM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Howdy -- I always buy manuals for my car - do I need the Mercedes Factory Manual

[MBZ] Photos of W124 evaporator cleaning

2006-02-18 Thread Dave M.
Hi all, I cleaned the evaporator on my 300E recently, after doing the same job on my 300D a month earlier. I had previously cleaned this evaporator with a brush and vacuum, as one half was so filthy I don't know if any air was actually flowing through! I figured that since I had to pull the wiper

Re: [MBZ] Photos of W124 evaporator cleaning

2006-02-18 Thread James Zavesky
what cleaner did you use? James Zavesky - Original Message - From: "Dave M." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Friday, February 17, 2006 8:30 PM Subject: [MBZ] Photos of W124 evaporator cleaning > Hi all, > > I cleaned the evaporator on my 30

Re: [MBZ] Bosch vs NGK (was exploding glow plugs)

2006-02-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Rusty told me once that the monarchs glow hotter that bosch/buru which would lead to them burning out quicker I guess. Seems he said they were good for worn out engines??? Dont know, thats just what the man said. Marshall Booth wrote: Gary Hurst wrote: i'm not a big fan of bosch overall,

Re: [MBZ] Bosch vs NGK (was exploding glow plugs)

2006-02-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
there ya go Gary Hurst wrote: monark plugs are short lived and cheap. but they glow hot. i wouldn't consider keeping them in for 3 years the traditional winning combination for starting a very worn engine in very cold weather was monark plugs and an iskra starter. both junk. low quality.

Re: [MBZ] oil leaking from ignition lock vacuum lines - '80 300D

2006-02-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
shutoff diaphram leaking and sucking oil. Christopher McCann wrote: A few observations: 1. there is oil in both vacuum lines going to the ignition 2. the oil dripped on the lower plastic panel 3. the oil dripped onto the carpet 4. the car will not turn off with the key unless while

[MBZ] Carfax Please

2006-02-18 Thread Chase Kaufman
Hi everyone, Hopefully I will find a car soon, but could someone please get a carfax for me on: wdbeb31e1sc213826 Thank you very much in advance! Chase M. K.

Re: [MBZ] oil leaking from ignition lock vacuum lines - '80 300D

2006-02-18 Thread Christopher McCann
Jim, Thanks for the thorough reply and thanks to everyone else who responded. Vacuum shutoff being replaced pronto...among following up with suggestions below. Chris Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > 1. there is oil in both vacuum lines going to the ignition Vacuum shutof

Re: [MBZ] M-1 T&S AWOL @ W/M - UPDATE

2006-02-18 Thread Tom Scordato
Rob if I may, my theory "Tom brings up a point I've often wondered about. Let's say your pig does burn a lot of oil. How reasonable is it to use costly synthetic vice dino juice...since neither is staying in the engine very long?" I figure the surface to surface real time lubrication that i

Re: [MBZ] '90 300D 2.5 died on me

2006-02-18 Thread OK Don
Well, it performed flawlessly today - around Albuquerque with a max speed of 45. we spent the day touring the university and visiting the mechanical engineering department. I'll take a closer look tomorrow. I'm thinking a questionable tank of fuel, probably froma small station in Tucumcari. On 2/1

Re: [MBZ] '90 300D 2.5 died on me

2006-02-18 Thread Zeitgeist
Tucumcari Jimmie Rodgers Twelve more miles to Tucumcari I've been hurrying there To the gal I'm gonna marry With the yellowest hair {Left right march along I've just gotta get home} (just gotta get home) Ten more miles to Tucumcari Then I'll never more roam (Tucumcari, Tucumcari, I just gotta get

Re: [MBZ] '90 300D 2.5 died on me

2006-02-18 Thread OK Don
Thanks, I needed that On 2/17/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Tucumcari > Jimmie Rodgers > > Twelve more miles to Tucumcari > I've been hurrying there > To the gal I'm gonna marry > With the yellowest hair > > {Left right march along > I've just gotta get home} (just gotta get home

Re: [MBZ] '90 300D 2.5 died on me

2006-02-18 Thread Jim Cathey
It's a long, long way to Tucumcari... -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2005 pics

2006-02-18 Thread kayoooh @ gmail
Kaleb, Thanks for the link, nice group of people indeed. So, which one are you, the one with reddish~brownish hair!? I apologize if that was not you, it is just that gentleman looked like a Kaleb to me. Also, I failed to spot the sleepless gentleman (AKA LT Don)! Not one of the pictured attendees

Re: [MBZ] Bought a Different 300D

2006-02-18 Thread kevin kraly
Hahahahahahaha! It's amazing the claims of MPG and of money spent to convert to biodiesel when all it takes is viton fuel lines and only when running B100. One is better off hunting in the Southwest or just about anywhere other than the rust belt for a good MB diesel at a reasonable price.

Re: [MBZ] Pumping oil out of injectors OM617

2006-02-18 Thread Steve MacSween
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > swine, > How ya been? There is a rubber seal on some injectors between the 2 > halves of the body, I pulled one out of a 1982 300CD and tossed in a > later one no more leak. IIRC 83 up had a taper. > > Johnny B. > I Mac Therefore I am Berryman, long time you go away.

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2005 pics

2006-02-18 Thread Jim Cathey
I also, noticed someone was using a tow dolly, how safe/unsafe are they compared to a car trailer and is one easier to handle/backup than the other? They're plenty safe, so far as I know. You basically cannot back them up, unless you're quite good at it. It's really two trailers in a row you'

Re: [MBZ] '90 300D 2.5 died on me

2006-02-18 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Fri, 17 Feb 2006 20:52:12 -0600 "OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Well, it performed flawlessly today - around Albuquerque with a max > speed of 45. we spent the day touring the university and visiting the > mechanical engineering department. I'll take a closer look tomorrow. > I'm thinking

[MBZ] Cheap SDL in OK City ...

2006-02-18 Thread Craig McCluskey
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1987-Mercedes-Benz-300SDL-LOW-RESERVE_W0QQitemZ4613254600QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem --- Craig McCluskey Present: 1982 240D/3.0 (Euro 1984 617.912 engine, 4-speed) 221 kmi Past: 1964 190Dc 1972 220D/8 1972 220/8 1987 190E/2.3

[MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300D 2.5 EURO MODEL

2006-02-18 Thread Craig McCluskey
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1992-Mercedes-Benz-300D-2-5-EURO-Diesel-RARE_W0QQitemZ4614223685QQcategoryZ6335QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Craig

[MBZ] Another One Goes Down

2006-02-18 Thread B Dike
I finally got all the interior lights on the 82 300CD replaced. New glow plug in #1, engine starting great. ACC working perfectly. New wipers. Radio playing again. Everything cleaned up. And then it gets totalled. Sandwiched between a van and a pickup. Only a small knot on the bac

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2005 pics

2006-02-18 Thread David Brodbeck
Jim Cathey wrote: There is basically nothing made that I know of that can have an automatic tranny and be towed any significant distance or speed with the driven wheels down, _unless_ it has a transfer case with a Neutral setting. Geo Trakkers were popular to tow behind motorhomes for quite a w

Re: [MBZ] '90 300D 2.5 died on me

2006-02-18 Thread mykd1
water in fuel maybe? clogged separator? 69 280 SEL 120,000 Miles 72 350SL 108,000 Miles 2004 VW Passat 4 Motion 1999 Mazda Miata -Original Message- From: redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Mercedes Discussion List <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Fri, 17 Feb 2006 16:25:50 -0800 Subject:

Re: [MBZ] Photos of W124 evaporator cleaning

2006-02-18 Thread Dave M.
James, I used Nu-Calgon Evap Foam, from the local HVAC wholesaler for about $7 per can. One can will clean two evaporators, foaming them down maybe a half-dozen times each. A little goes a long way with this stuff. I used a garden sprayer with water to rinse it out, although they claim it's not re

Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300D 2.5 EURO MODEL

2006-02-18 Thread Peter T . Arnold
On Fri, 17 Feb 2006 22:46:46 -0700, you wrote: >http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1992-Mercedes-Benz-300D-2-5-EURO-Diesel-RARE_W0QQitemZ4614223685QQcategoryZ6335QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem > > BRAND NEW HANKOOK Performance 16" Tires on Original 15" Mercedes-Benz Wheels ! Must help the fuel milage ?? -

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2005 pics

2006-02-18 Thread Peter T . Arnold
On Fri, 17 Feb 2006 20:50:49 -0800, you wrote: >> I also, noticed someone was using a tow dolly, how safe/unsafe are they >> compared to a car trailer and is one easier to handle/backup than the >> other? > I'd think our cars could be towed 4 down as our trannys have rear pumps to lube the gearbo

[MBZ] AMG diesel don't laugh

2006-02-18 Thread Bob DuPuy
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-300-SD-AMG-Turbo-DIESEL-GoRgEoUs_W0QQitemZ4614368041QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem or http://makeashorterlink.com/?W2C052AAC I really like the grill, where can I get one like that... ha ha ha! Bob D.

[MBZ] 12 degrees outside, headed to work

2006-02-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Well, its 12 degrees outside. The 6.2 diesel suburban fired right up with 1 glow, we have a inch of ice on the roads followed by 2 inches of snow. Didnt even try to fire up the 300D as its front tires are about worn out and didnt want to drive it on icy roads. Now if the burb was only 4 whee

Re: [MBZ] '83 240D clutch won't work

2006-02-18 Thread Richard Murdoch
Gerry, If the clutch plate is stuck to the fly wheel try jacking the back end up enough to get the tires off the ground. Start the engine with the car in gear and step on the brakes. (I had to do this more than once with an old Chevy truck.) I wonder if the pressure plate is failing since th

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2005 pics

2006-02-18 Thread Mike Canfield
I use a tow dolly all of the time. They work great even at highway speed.Just DON'T try to back one up.NOT fun..Mike - Original Message - From: "Peter T. Arnold" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, February 18, 2006 6:19 AM

Re: [MBZ] AMG diesel don't laugh

2006-02-18 Thread Sunil Hari
that's just auto abuse. But at least he hasn't done an engine transplant, where he replaced the 3.0L I5 with a 5.0L Mustang engine ... On 2/18/06, Bob DuPuy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-300-SD-AMG-Turbo-DIESEL-GoRgEoUs_W0QQitemZ4614368041QQcategoryZ6330

Re: [MBZ] '90 300D 2.5 died on me

2006-02-18 Thread Richard Murdoch
Having similar symptoms with our 82TDt. They are being caused by the vacuum shut off system. If I pull the vacuum line off it runs just fine. Richard Murdoch 82 240D 82 300TDt > > From: "OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Date: 2006/02/17 Fri PM 10:15:26 EST > To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] AMG diesel don't laugh

2006-02-18 Thread V Layton
This may put me in the criminal category but I can't wait to simulate a AMG to a W123 diesel. Tastefully, of course. They did merely pretty some up, so it's not a total poser move. Diesel greatness with a little extra sporty style? Best of both worlds! Vince From: "Sunil Hari" <[EMAIL PRO

Re: [MBZ] How I found this Group

2006-02-18 Thread V Layton
I didn't. You guys found me! Vince _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/

Re: [MBZ] AMG diesel don't laugh

2006-02-18 Thread tom savage
V Layton wrote: This may put me in the criminal category but I can't wait to simulate a AMG to a W123 diesel. Tastefully, of course. They did merely pretty some up, so it's not a total poser move. Diesel greatness with a little extra sporty style? Best of both worlds! Now you're talking! V

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2005 pics

2006-02-18 Thread Jim Cathey
I'd think our cars could be towed 4 down as our trannys have rear pumps to lube the gearbox. Most Saturn's can be towed 4 down, very popular with motor home crowd for that reason. I've heard that about Saturns, but never verified this. For whatever reason, even though our pre-mid-90's MB's do

Re: [MBZ] M-1 T&S AWOL @ W/M - UPDATE

2006-02-18 Thread John Berryman
On Friday, February 17, 2006, at 06:27 PM, Bob Rentfro wrote: Tom brings up a point I've often wondered about. Let's say your pig does burn a lot of oil. How reasonable is it to use costly synthetic vice dino juice...since neither is staying in the engine very long? Bob Rentfro That'

[MBZ] Got my New 300D !!! ;-)

2006-02-18 Thread l02turner
Oh MAN! How am I ever going to be able to drive my 240D again after that 300D?? It's SO FREAKIN QUIET!! I'm in LOVE!! ;-) Smooth, starts instantly, everything works! I even figured out the little button next to the seat adjusting levers that raise & lower the front seat headrest! So cooo

Re: [MBZ] Got my New 300D !!! ;-)

2006-02-18 Thread Sunil Hari
The button with the circle of arrows is the air recirculation button. The headrests in the back are manually raised and lock into place, but the button in front is to lower them only. Also, which toggle on the console? Owner's manual - ebay, junkyards. My only issue is that it's really cold out

Re: [MBZ] Got my New 300D !!! ;-)

2006-02-18 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Larry, As for an Owner's Manual. You can order one thru a dealership.. Should be about $25 and takes a couple of weeks. Of course, if you can find one for less... Go for it. Congrats on the new wheels... Sounds great and I can hear the OOOHHH's out here..! Take c

Re: [MBZ] W124 Manuals

2006-02-18 Thread John Berryman
On Friday, February 17, 2006, at 06:46 PM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Do any aftermarket vendors sell them? Guess I can check Hemmings --- Thanks again for the info - Sincerely, Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB) I've dealt with Jeff ay TMC Publications for literature in the past. Nice guy, ve

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D 2.5

2006-02-18 Thread John Berryman
On Friday, February 17, 2006, at 07:03 PM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Howdy - Does this model have hydraulic / self-adjusting valves? Sincerely, Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, 91 300D 2.5 Turbo - tomorrow!) Yes indeed it does. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

[MBZ] couple 124 questions

2006-02-18 Thread Sunil Hari
My 1992 300D needs some maintenance work. A few questions, if you don't mind. 1) When checking ATF level, the maintenance manual says to shift to P, run engine for 1 to 2 minutes, and check the fluid level. While checking, should the engine be running? I ask because there's another line that s

Re: [MBZ] M-1 T&S AWOL @ W/M - UPDATE

2006-02-18 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Bob, If it's leaks that are of concern, I changed brand of oil last September in the '80 300SD. I'm now using Castrol Tection Extra 15W-40 and have found it has significantly reduced drips/leakage. I imagine there is an additive that swells the seals. Just a FWIW... Burning lots of

Re: [MBZ] Got my New 300D !!! ;-)

2006-02-18 Thread Werner Fehlauer
Larry - you need to be more specific on the "toggle on the console". I'm sure we can tell you what each switch does, if we know which one you are wondering about. As for the rear headrests, they pull up manually, and the console switch drops them for improved rear visibility. And where is this

Re: [MBZ] couple 124 questions

2006-02-18 Thread Werner Fehlauer
Sunil - the engine should be running, in park, and the transmission thoroughly warmed up when checking the fluid level. As for the PS fluid, some people take the extra trouble to try and get all the old oil out, but you don't do that when changing the engine oil (its nigh impossible to drain the

Re: [MBZ] Pumping oil out of injectors OM617

2006-02-18 Thread John Berryman
On Friday, February 17, 2006, at 11:37 PM, Steve MacSween wrote: Berryman, long time you go away nice to see you back in the neighbourhood. Thanks Steve. It stopped as fast as it started. Today it seems fine. Odd. Don't ya just hate intermittent problems. Okay, so th

Re: [MBZ] Got my New 300D !!! ;-)

2006-02-18 Thread Desert Rat
That toggle switch might be for the passenger side mirror. Manuals can be had on Ebay or call MBUSA for a new one. Larry, why are your diesels running so cold? Diesels need to run warmer than what you have indicated. Sounds like a great car...what color is it? On 2/18/06, Werner Fehlauer <[EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Got my New 300D !!! ;-)

2006-02-18 Thread John Berryman
On Saturday, February 18, 2006, at 11:21 AM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: and the coolant temp stays a 1/4" or so below the 80C mark. It should run at least 80C. May have a bad thermostat or corroded sender connection. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] AMG diesel don't laugh

2006-02-18 Thread V Layton
No, but I love it! That engine work is way out of my league, but I know enough that what I'm looking at poses a million questions. South Lindbergh? OMG I remember doing that in high school a couple times! Don't think we got the full benefit of it though, just seemed like a big traffic jam i

Re: [MBZ] Got my New 300D !!! ;-)

2006-02-18 Thread l02turner
Thanks! I'll check it out. A new t'stat is easy enough and will allow me to peek at the coolant. I'll probably flush it and replace with the MB stuff when the weather warms a little. Thanks again, Sincerely, Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, 91 300D Turbo) A Blood Test for your oil - www.youroil.net

Re: [MBZ] Got my New 300D !!! ;-)

2006-02-18 Thread l02turner
Thanks-- I'll check the t stat - also - the toggle in on the center console - between the front window switches. It's pretty loose - flops from side to side. It's probably for the right side mirror as you suggest - the drivers side is manually set. I'll check ebay for a manual -- Thanks! Si

Re: [MBZ] W124 Manuals

2006-02-18 Thread l02turner
Hi John, Id forgotten about TMC - it;s run by a guy named Roger if it;s the same place. Was *big* into literature. I bought my 72 280SE 4.5 from him - picked it up the same weekend that Nicklaus won the masters for the last time. I was driving it home and missed it. Oh well. Roger used to

Re: [MBZ] Hate finding this stuff

2006-02-18 Thread kevin kraly
$150 is pretty good for an engine! If it runs, that's even better. There are a few PNP yards within 20 miles of my house, so if things get bad with this little 220D engine, I'll certainly be checking into that. Kevin in Hillsboro Oregon 1973 220D project

Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300D 2.5 EURO MODEL

2006-02-18 Thread JFreezn
In a message dated 2/17/2006 10:50:05 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1992-Mercedes-Benz-300D-2-5-EURO-Diesel-RARE_W0 QQitemZ4614223685QQcategoryZ6335QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem I wonder how they got those 16 inch tires on the 15inch rims.

Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300D 2.5 EURO MODEL

2006-02-18 Thread Werner Fehlauer
That car isn't only "rare", its also a much slower - any small normally aspirated Diesel engine in a heavy car is not a good idea, especially once you've had a "turbo" experience! Werner - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, February 18

Re: [MBZ] Blue Bomber running

2006-02-18 Thread Luther Gulseth
Just started it again today and paid attention to the oil pressure. Let it run for about 10-15 seconds, and the oil pressure never moved off of zero. Ran the RPM's up to about 2k, and nothing. Could this be the reason 10 years ago they thought there was a hole in the block, no oil pressu

Re: [MBZ] Blue Bomber running

2006-02-18 Thread Werner Fehlauer
If you've run that now a few times (and rev'd it up to boot) with no oil pressure, the engine is probably toast. The knocking sound could be almost anything flailing around inside the engine if the lubrication has failed. Of course, it could be a failure of the sensor/indicator for oil pressure,

Re: [MBZ] oil leaking from ignition lock vacuum lines - '80 300D

2006-02-18 Thread Barry Stark
Mac - It is also good practice to put a line filter in the vacuum line. It looks kinda like a inline paper element fuel filter. If the paper starts to turn black then you know that oil is present and you can fix it before the vacuum lines get contaminated again. I bet Marshall even has the part num

Re: [MBZ] CONSOLE TOGGLE

2006-02-18 Thread RELNGSON
You may be referring to a hat switch with a little arrow on top. Outside mirrors. RLE

Re: [MBZ] Got my New 300D !!! ;-)

2006-02-18 Thread l02turner
You wrote:<,need to be more specific on the "toggle on the console>>> I checked Rusty's site and confirmed it's the passenger side mirror adjusting control. Will get a new one. Also, you said:

Re: [MBZ] CONSOLE TOGGLE

Thanks! Yep, that's it - someone suggested that might be it and when I checked it out on Rustys site I found a match. Thanks again - Sincerely, Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, 91 300D Turbo) A Blood Test for your oil - www.youroil.net For Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Stuf

Re: [MBZ] Blue Bomber running

could be that the PO just disconnected the oil pressure line goign to the dash ... On 2/18/06, Werner Fehlauer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > If you've run that now a few times (and rev'd it up to boot) with no oil > pressure, the engine is probably toast. The knocking sound could be > almost > a

Re: [MBZ] Blue Bomber running

Just started it again today and paid attention to the oil pressure. Let it run for about 10-15 seconds, and the oil pressure never moved off of zero. Ran the RPM's up to about 2k, and nothing. Could this be the reason 10 years ago they thought there was a hole in the block, no oil pressure? C

Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300D 2.5 EURO MODEL

I wonder how they got those 16 inch tires on the 15inch rims. Loosely, my boy, loosely! Or perhaps the screwed cans of urethane foam to the valve stems rather than fix-a-flat? -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] Blue Bomber running

And if oil isn't pouring in, how hard is it to replace an oil pump? On Sat, 18 Feb 2006 16:11:27 -0600, Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Just started it again today and paid attention to the oil pressure. Let it run for about 10-15 seconds, and the oil pressure never moved off of zero. Ra

[MBZ] Glow Plug Repair 4 out 5 were bad this morning after cranking several times.

5 degrees this morning and my 1981 300SD did not start. And I did not plug it last night. So I plugged it in and put it on the charger and cranked and cranked to no avail. I then looked for help and found this site. I like it and thought some of you may like it as well. It is a simple, str

[MBZ] RUSTY's Price Specials

Howdy - I can't find the emails Rusty sent out containing the special prices on W124 parts. Does anyone know if the Special Prices are reflected in his internet pages? Or should I call him? TIA - Sincerely, Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, '91 300D Turbo) A Blood Test for your oil - www.youroil.n

Re: [MBZ] RUSTY's Price Specials

Call him on Monday. You won't find it on his web site. On 2/18/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Howdy - > I can't find the emails Rusty sent out containing the special prices on > W124 > parts. Does anyone know if the Special Prices are reflected in his > internet > pages? Or

Re: [MBZ] How I found this Group

oh yea!!! V Layton wrote: I didn't. You guys found me! Vince _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/ __

[MBZ] Fuel Filter on my 91 300D Turbo

Howdy - Took a quick look at the engine a little while ago - the main fuel filter looks like a tight fit. Is it a PITA or easier than it looks? Sincerely, Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, 91 300D Turbo) A Blood Test for your oil - www.youroil.net For Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Webe

Re: [MBZ] Blue Bomber running

the 123 has mechanical guage, so if its not showing anything, it really doesnt have anything. Did you check the oil level? Werner Fehlauer wrote: If you've run that now a few times (and rev'd it up to boot) with no oil pressure, the engine is probably toast. The knocking sound could be almos

Re: [MBZ] RUSTY's Price Specials

you should call him. I do know the prices on teh web site were just lowered, aLOT in the last couple of days. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Howdy - I can't find the emails Rusty sent out containing the special prices on W124 parts. Does anyone know if the Special Prices are reflected in his inte

[MBZ] [Fwd: 124 Wagon hydraulic suspension]

Original Message Subject:124 Wagon hydraulic suspension Date: Sat, 18 Feb 2006 12:21:30 -0800 (PST) From: Real Estate <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Kaleb, I am away working on the 300TE I bought. Would you please post this message to the list?

Re: [MBZ] Fuel Filter on my 91 300D Turbo

I just changed it - it's a royal PITA. I ended up taking off the top radiator hose, loosening the hard plastic vacuum line running from the brake booster and moving it, and it was STILL a bitch to get the old filter out. Diesel spilled everywhere, it was a wreck. Did I mention that it's 13 F outs

[MBZ] 300TE ignition trigger

Can anyone tell me where the trigger is for the coil on the M103 3 liter engine? 88 300TE. When manually triggering, we have a weak spark. I'd like to check to see the coil is being triggered. If the trigger is working, I htink the coil may be the probalem. The primary circuit resistance is

Re: [MBZ] Skinnerbox URL

http://skinnerbox.steaky.org/Service/ On 2/18/06, Real Estate <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Would someone be kind enough to post the URL for the skinnerbox > site? Thanks > > > - > Relax. Yahoo! Mail virus scanning helps detect nasty viruses! > ___

Re: [MBZ] Skinnerbox URL

Nevermind. I found it. Real Estate <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Would someone be kind enough to post the URL for the skinnerbox site? Thanks - Relax. Yahoo! Mail virus scanning helps detect nasty viruses! ___ http://www.stripli