Re: [MBZ] Leather Vs MB-Tex

Larry, If you can't find the color codes (1xx vs. 2xx), there's a simple visual test - check out the photos at this URL: http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=65927&page=13 :-) -Dave M. > -- > Date: Thu, 23 Feb 2006 16:38:25 -0500 > From: <[EMAIL PR

[MBZ] Clutch life, etc.

I've gotten both transmissions entirely out of the 190D's, and am wondering how to tell how much life is left in the clutch disc. If I were employed I'd just put in a new one. But I'm not, and it's some $140. Is there a thickness measurement I can take? Anybody know what a new one measures? On

Re: [MBZ] Leather Vs MB-Tex and Proper Oil Level

The hole pattern in leather has smaller holes and "bolster" area is smoother and will show more creases/cracks.. MBTex has larger holes and the bolsters have some pattern and no creases, generally. Not very scientific, but best I can come up with.. Since I didn't do the "ciga

Re: [MBZ] Oil CHange

Donald Snook wrote: Ok Don wrote: "I'll find out this coming weekend - going to change the oil in the '90 300D 2.5. It will be the first one since I took responsibility for it's care and maintenance. I have to decide whether to get an analysis of the old oil before I switch it to Mobil 1." It h

Re: [MBZ] Oil Change - Questions

Yes it would be a bad thing. What about your filter? It is a dirty job but very important. Go to a Benz specialist and get it done properly, I would not trust some idiot to do this; or get the equipment and learn to do it. It is not a hard job, just one where cleanliness (and some experience) is

Re: [MBZ] Oil Change - Questions

I have yet to do the MB but it is not normally a difficult job to do. I have done this sort of thing on lots of other vehicles. Not a whole lot harder than changing the oil in the engine. Messy in most cases but that is normal when one crawls around under a vehicle. Be prepared to spill some and if

Re: [MBZ] Leather Vs MB-Tex and Proper Oil Level

Larry - Yes, the proper level for the oil is below the max mark, probably about 1/2 to 3/4 way between the top and bottom marks. Take Marshall's advice, though, and look at the level after the car engine has been off for several hours - the Mobil1 does stick to internal engine parts, and does

Re: [MBZ] Oil CHange

Sunil Hari wrote: but do you have to change the filter before 10Kmi? Why would you do that (unless you are driving in subzero weather or in a VERY dusty environment)? Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTE

Re: [MBZ] Oil CHange

Donald Snook wrote: Peter wrote: "Most parts stores that carry Wix filters will have the oil filter (and Wix is very good). Probably 8 quarts if the 603 engine is a guide, at least 6 anyway." I suggest that no more than 7 qt be installed in a 602.96 engine. That will result in the level

Re: [MBZ] Leather Vs MB-Tex and Proper Oil Level

Guess Marshall WILL answer the oil level question, me I try to keep it somewhere in the range. Far as tex and cow hide goes, I should think you could give it a sniff test? Also I have found that tex has a factory (perfect look) whereas leather has a more natural look about it. Hendrik sticks a

Re: [MBZ] Leather Vs MB-Tex and Proper Oil Level

Stab a lit cigarette into it and see if it smells like burnt hair, or like burnt plastic. You're welcome! And for whatever reason, the PO of our 190D felt compelled to repeat this test several times. Must have had a bad memory. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] Leather Vs MB-Tex and Proper Oil Level

Next, I know how to tell the difference between Tex and Leather if I can look under the material - so far I haven't found a place where I can look - is there any other way to tell the difference? Stab a lit cigarette into it and see if it smells like burnt hair, or like burnt plastic. You're

Re: [MBZ] main fuel filter question

Mitch Haley wrote: John Berryman wrote: Might take more cranking but it will eventually start. It is best to load the filter though. That's the funny thing. When I did it with the SD, it fired immediately, then soon stumbled. I gave it throttle, and kept the revs up until the stumbling quit. I

Re: [MBZ] main fuel filter question

OK Don wrote: Is this a case where cracking the lines at the injectors would let the fuel flow faster - prime faster, therefore start faster? Won't make a difference. If you loosened all of the glow plugs so the engine cranked REALLY fast, that would speed up the priming, but that's NOT reall

Re: [MBZ] main fuel filter question

Sunil Hari wrote: When I changed the main fuel filter on my 92 300D, I filled it as best I could, then crammed it into place and reattached everything. The maintenance manual said the system is self-priming. Then, when I went to start it, it died after about 3 seconds, then damn near drained th

Re: [MBZ] Jump on this one quick Kaleb

I am parting out the 1981 300SEL 126 Chassis with dark blue interior. Engine is fried and doors have rust. Any body need inside or outside parts? Mike in Michigan Original Message - From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Thur

Re: [MBZ] Help - What did I do?

John Berryman wrote: Its not necessary to cool the turbo down under normal circumstances. EGTs are not that high unless your pump/turbo were seriously tweaked. I live at the top of a steep 1 mile pull. I keep the hammer down all the way up in 3rd gear then shut it down as soon as its in park.

Re: [MBZ] Oil Change - Questions

John Berryman wrote: Have it done at a shop it'll be cheaper than hospital or funeral bills. There's more fluid in the convertor than in the pan. Its a simple process, some Jiffy-Lube guys could probably do it without screwing anything up. Good luck. Everyone seems to be afraid of thes

Re: [MBZ] Jump on this one quick Kaleb

Yes, I've heard the term "hot tanked" used to describe the same process. "Vatted" may be a term confined to the southern states. Terry Geiger http://www.shoalsbritishcars.org '74 Triumph TR6 * '63 Triumph Herald * '84 Mercedes 300D Turbo Diesel - Original Message - From: "R A Bennell

Re: [MBZ] Tulsa Opera

What's the opera? (crossing fingers that it's Die Fledermaus or anything Wagner) Chris Luther Gulseth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Would anyone like to attend the opera in Tulsa on Saturday evening? I will not be able to attend and have 2 tickets. -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (

Re: [MBZ] Oil Change - Questions

On Feb 23, 2006, at 4:54 PM, David Johnson wrote: Not having access to trustworthy jack stands and having never seen an engine turned manually, I'm trying to talk myself into changing the ATF without draining the converter. Would that be a bad thing? David 83 300DT Have it done at a shop i

Re: [MBZ] Oil Change - Questions

--- Marshall Booth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > The quantity of ATF for a 722.4 transmission if you > drain the converter > is 6 liters (6.35 qt). Not having access to trustworthy jack stands and having never seen an engine turned manually, I'm trying to talk myself into changing the ATF without

Re: [MBZ] Brake Fluid Flush

Thanks Werner - I'll take your suggestion and practice on only one wheel - ;-) 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 Stuff http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs http://members.r

[MBZ] Leather Vs MB-Tex and Proper Oil Level

Hello all - Well, I changed my oil - used the topsider to suck it all out and also changed the fuel prefilter. It runs better already - but that's probably my imagination since I'm a big fan of the Mobil 1 I put in. ;-) Now, my question - did I read that it;s best to keep the oil level at be

Re: [MBZ] anybody feel stupid?

Yeah, I got an eyebrow and a half up on this one. If I was semi-seriously in the market for a 140, I'd definitely look into it harder. I wonder what "engine work" it needs (although I'd assume a short block is in order.) Bummer there's not more photos. =) +dm > -- > D

Re: [MBZ] anybody feel stupid? (W140 diesel f/s needs engine work)

Actually, I'm somewhat surprised it didn't at least raise ONE of spud's eyebrows. he has family in the sac area, and has said before the only way he'd get into a 140 is if he found a well cared for one that the rods bent on it. K On Thu, Feb 23, 2006 at 09:46:52AM -0600, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote

Re: [MBZ] anybody feel stupid? (W140 diesel f/s needs engine work)

So come out and get it. You know you want a w140. Probably two days drive from sac to okc. K On Thu, Feb 23, 2006 at 09:46:52AM -0600, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > WOW, that could be a decent deal, need to *** them down a bit though. > > Kevin wrote: > > > from: http://www.craigslist.org/sfc/car/

Re: [MBZ] Jump on this one quick Kaleb

In North America, we would ususally say "hot tanked". Randy B -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Terry Geiger Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2006 12:56 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Jump on this one quick Kaleb Andrew, I do

Re: [MBZ] Housing costs

No, Victoria General Hospital. Randy B -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2006 12:41 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Housing costs Randy, is that St. Boniface Hospital by any ch

[MBZ] VeeDub In Da House

These are a riot. Too bad they're in Flash format so I can't download & save them. http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/02/22/vw-strikes-again-un-pimp-my-ride-videos/ http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/02/17/videos-volkswagens-bizarre-gti-fast-commercials/ http://image.guardian.co.uk/sys-video/Media/

Re: [MBZ] 87 300TD hatch door

On Feb 23, 2006, at 3:21 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: You're Superman in my book if you have 30 yrs. as a professional mechanic. Aw gee! (blushing) Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] Jump on this one quick Kaleb

Andrew, I don't know if "vatted" is a word or not but it means the engine block was dipped in a vat of strong cleaners that should clean all ports, passages, etc. including oil galleries and water jackets. Terry Geiger http://www.shoalsbritishcars.org '74 Triumph TR6 * '63 Triumph Herald * '8

Re: [MBZ] Housing costs

Randy, is that St. Boniface Hospital by any chance? On 2/23/06, R A Bennell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > These people need to get a life. My commute is about 5 minutes on a good > day. I usually go home for lunch several times each week. If the hospital > accross the street wasn't so tall, I cou

Re: [MBZ] Kevin? you need this: W115 & W114

I did spot this one on CL when it was posted on Saturday. I'm planning to wait it out until the guy realizes that $300 is WY too much for that car. There wouldn't be a part of that car other than the engine that isn't either waterlogged, pitted or rusted to pieces by now with all of t

Re: [MBZ] Tulsa Opera

What's playing? Who's singing? On 2/23/06, Luther Gulseth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Would anyone like to attend the opera in Tulsa on Saturday evening? I > will not be able to attend and have 2 tickets. > > > -- > Luther KB5QHU > Alma, Ark > '83 300SD (230,xxx kmi) > '82 300CD (158,222 kmi)

Re: [MBZ] Ph.D.s per capita [was Re: Housing costs]

Lost track of WHERE all this discussion applies . On 2/23/06, Loren Faeth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > It was true at sometime, probably 1980 census data. I don't know or care > if it is still true. If you want to do the research on the current title, > go ahead. > > At 11:18 PM 2/22/2006, you

Re: [MBZ] Jump on this one quick Kaleb

WTF: "We redid the fuel pump, rebuilt cylinder head, and had the engine vatted" Vatted? On 2/23/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > They will be white sun visors Im sure. > > Craig McCluskey wrote: > > > On Wed, 22 Feb 2006 18:27:25 -0600 "Kaleb C. Striplin" > > <[EMAIL PROTECT

Re: [MBZ] Spotted 300CD for sale

It's spotted? Like an owl? On 2/22/06, Brian Chase <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I actually drove the thing today. Shifts real hard and with a jerk. I would > envy that type of shift in my musclecar, but with this auto, it seems to > indicate a problem? Or something not as it should be? I told him

Re: [MBZ] Spotted 300CD for sale

See, there are polite ways to say the same sort of thing. Randy B -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2006 12:25 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Spotted 300CD for sale That bein

Re: [MBZ] anybody feel stupid? (W140 diesel f/s needs engine work)

Wow, talk about sensitive. Let me suggest this sort of thing be saved for BANNED where it might go somewhat un-noticed given all of the other stuff. Randy B -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2006 7

Re: [MBZ] Spotted 300CD for sale

Jerky transmission could be any number of vacuum or transmission related issues that requires a GOOD and EXPERIENCED Mercedes diesel mechanic to sort out. The rear windows symptoms ARE a problem and a major PIA to fix, though not beyond the ability of most DIYers. That being said, if the vehicle

Re: [MBZ] 87 300TD hatch door

You're Superman in my book if you have 30 yrs. as a professional mechanic. On 2/22/06, John Berryman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > On Wednesday, February 22, 2006, at 06:27 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: > > > No way this is a 30 minute job, even with 2 people. > > > >I'm not Superman or

Re: [MBZ] Mats, Mirror & Owners Manual for my 91 300D

Thanks! ;-) 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 Stuff http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs http://members.rennlist.com/my_911/Index.htm For my Paint Job Info - Original M

[MBZ] Kevin? you need this: W115 & W114

Hello, catfish has just posted in the W115 & W114 forum of Mercedes-Benz Club of America Forums under the title of '72 220D parts car near portland, or. This thread is located at http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?threadid=11360 Here is the message that has just been posted: **

Re: [MBZ] anybody feel stupid? (W140 diesel f/s needs engine work)

AIR AMERICA I THINK NOT! Maybe LT Don. Rich Thomas wrote: Kaleb, the spokesman for political correctness -- next gig is a show on Air America! --R Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: WOW, that could be a decent deal, need to jew them down a bit though. Kevin wrote: from: http://w

Re: [MBZ] anybody feel stupid? (W140 diesel f/s needs engine work)

Kaleb, the spokesman for political correctness -- next gig is a show on Air America! --R Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: WOW, that could be a decent deal, need to jew them down a bit though. Kevin wrote: from: http://www.craigslist.org/sfc/car/134993520.html black on black 92 350SD (w140) wit

Re: [MBZ] Not getting messages

It just occured to me I've only been into Mercedes cars for about 4 years and I've gone maybe 60,000 miles. At the 40 year point I'll still have alot of catching up to do to get to Marshall but I'll be on par with Pindelski. I used to look at Pindelski's site. His pics are good IIRC he was

Re: [MBZ] Housing costs

These people need to get a life. My commute is about 5 minutes on a good day. I usually go home for lunch several times each week. If the hospital accross the street wasn't so tall, I could probably see my house from the window in the front of our building. If I could go overland straight through i

[MBZ] Tulsa Opera

Would anyone like to attend the opera in Tulsa on Saturday evening? I will not be able to attend and have 2 tickets. -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (230,xxx kmi) '82 300CD (158,222 kmi) '82 300D (74,000 kmi) alive and needing work '90 300E (parts or run?)

Re: [MBZ] W124 fire extinguisher part info

Actually, Johnny, I *have* been a little under the weather the past week. Thanks for the concern, though! I'll scrub the floor mats and re-shoot the photo when I have a chance. ;-) BTW, in reply to another question, the fire extinguisher setups shown in my photos will fit in any Mercedes, not just

Re: [MBZ] Ph.D.s per capita [was Re: Housing costs]

It was true at sometime, probably 1980 census data. I don't know or care if it is still true. If you want to do the research on the current title, go ahead. At 11:18 PM 2/22/2006, you wrote: On Wed, 22 Feb 2006 11:34:59 -0600 Loren Faeth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > It has the most PhDs per

Re: [MBZ] RPM Redline

Craig, Depends on the engine. On a 603, you don't need to pull the pump. On a 602, I'm not sure... if there's enough room to remove the rear governor cover (six screws on the rectangular flat plate), you might be able to. Remember, the tranny may upshift prior to the tick marks on the speedo face.

Re: [MBZ] Jump on this one quick Kaleb

They will be white sun visors Im sure. Craig McCluskey wrote: On Wed, 22 Feb 2006 18:27:25 -0600 "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: yea I know about that one Rick Knoble wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Orange-1977-Mercedes-Benz-300D_W0QQitemZ4614098881QQcategoryZ6330QQr

Re: [MBZ] anybody feel stupid? (W140 diesel f/s needs engine work)

WOW, that could be a decent deal, need to jew them down a bit though. Kevin wrote: from: http://www.craigslist.org/sfc/car/134993520.html black on black 92 350SD (w140) with 3.5L turbodiesel. Needs engine work, clean title. $3850. Car is in Sacramento. See link for contact info. Looks like a

Re: [MBZ] W124 TD rear leveling AGAIN!

Call Rusty! Yes, you are missing something! At 10:43 PM 2/22/2006, you wrote: The only pump I see a rebuild kit for is the PS pump WITHOUT self levelling rear... Am I missing something?? Jeff Zedic Toronto ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see of

Re: [MBZ] these people are on crack or something

Yeah, kinda weird but the listing was an entertaining read: "Any attempt to weasel on price or utilize price blackmail will be ignored. (This is an increasingly prevalent practise: buyer shows up,'Oh, I SAID $2,000, but the ashtray is filthy! I'll give you $1,500 or I will destroy you with bad

Re: [MBZ] Mats, Mirror & Owners Manual for my 91 300D

Somewhat similar. 1. Pop off the plastic trim ring that surrounds the shifter 2. Open sliding wood console box, remove two screws at front, and remove box. 3. If you don't have the box, peel back the carpet to reveal the single screw on a plastic tab 4. Lift wood upward carefully, starting at the

[MBZ] 603 Engine in MA

Hi, All. Mass "Want ADvertiser" Feb. 21-27:- 1987 Mercedes 300SDL long block. 3 liter 6-cyl 245K, still in car etc $1500 obo 508-432-8585 email for pics. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Caveat Emptor! Fred Moir Lynn MA Dieslhead, and proud of it! -

Re: [MBZ] Mats, Mirror & Owners Manual for my 91 300D

Thanks again for the warning Aaron - next question - does the panel lift up similar to the W123 cars? i.e., remove a couple of screws from below the ashtray and lift up to expose the underside of the switch? Got the replacement from Rusty and I'd like to install it later today -- TIA - Sinc

Re: [MBZ] Lower control arm bushings

Here is my writeup on the front suspension rebuild http://www.constructivity.net/rebuilding_a_79_300td.htm --R Jerry Herrman wrote: What is involved in replacing the lower control arm bushings (inner) on an 82 240D? Are special tools needed? Is this a job that can be done by someone with

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

Thanks Marshall - will give it a try - 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 Stuff http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs http://members.rennlist.com/my_911/Index.htm For my Pain

Re: [MBZ] ED BOOHER WAKE UP!!!!

Holy crap, I guess so! on my part. Just sent the seller an email. On 2/22/06, redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/134409718.html > > $500 for a 250S > > > -- > Clay > Seattle Bioburner > > 1972 220D - Gump > 1995 E300D - Cleo > 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA >

Re: [MBZ] W124 fire extinguisher part info

On Feb 22, 2006, at 9:35 PM, Dave M. wrote: http://www.w124performance.com/images/W124_fire_ext/ The 1.0kg extinguisher is something like $100-$125 new (I got mine used), the bracket, bucket, and assorted hardware adds up to about another $50 or so. The early buckets with carpet for the older

Re: [MBZ] Not getting messages

On Wed, 22 Feb 2006 23:37:27 -0500 Marshall Booth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Mitch Haley wrote: > > > > > http://www.pindelski.com/ > > > > "The author is a graduate mechanical engineer and has been working on > > Mercedes cars for nearly 20 years. The author's lifetime mileage in > > Mercede

Re: [MBZ] RPM Redline

On Wed, 22 Feb 2006 19:26:06 -0700 "Dave M." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Old spec was 5150rpm, +/- 150rpm, or 5000-5300. Later specs from the > WIS specify +/- 250rpm, which is a 4900-5400 range. Both are limited > by a setting inside the rear cover of the injection pump. I turned > mine up to ab

Re: [MBZ] Jump on this one quick Kaleb

On Wed, 22 Feb 2006 18:27:25 -0600 "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > yea I know about that one > > Rick Knoble wrote: > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Orange-1977-Mercedes-Benz-300D_W0QQitemZ4614098881QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem And you won it, too. Are you going to

Re: [MBZ] daffy

On Wed, 22 Feb 2006 13:29:26 -0700 "Bob Rentfro" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Ha. > Mer-say-des Close: Mayr-Tsay-days Craig

[MBZ] Ph.D.s per capita [was Re: Housing costs]

On Wed, 22 Feb 2006 11:34:59 -0600 Loren Faeth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > It has the most PhDs per capita in the US, if not the UNIVERSE! Compared to Los Alamos? I REALLY doubt that. Craig

Re: [MBZ] Oil Change - Questions

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I plan to change the oil & filter in my '91 300D Turbo this week - ordered parts from Rusty - How many quarts of oil (mobil 1) will I need to buy? How hard is it to get to the oil filter? Any unusual stuff I should expect? I also ordered a AT Filter kit - need to

Re: [MBZ] Oil Change - Questions

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I plan to change the oil & filter in my '91 300D Turbo this week - ordered parts from Rusty - How many quarts of oil (mobil 1) will I need to buy? How hard is it to get to the oil filter? Any unusual stuff I should expect? I also ordered a AT Filter kit - need to

Re: [MBZ] Shoulda done that months ago

On Wed, 22 Feb 2006 10:51:52 -0800 (PST) Curt Raymond <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Has anybody actually used Mobil 1 synthetic ATF in an MB manual trans? YES!!! It works just fine! It's been there like 40k miles now, so it's probably time to think about changing it. Craig --- Craig McCluskey

[MBZ] anybody feel stupid? (W140 diesel f/s needs engine work)

from: http://www.craigslist.org/sfc/car/134993520.html black on black 92 350SD (w140) with 3.5L turbodiesel. Needs engine work, clean title. $3850. Car is in Sacramento. See link for contact info. Looks like a good candidate for someone who wants one of these, and wants to buy a dead one so tha

Re: [MBZ] any thoughts on our new look?

Gary Hurst wrote: http://www.buymbparts.com/newdesign/index.html# I HATE it! It's different and I'll get used to it - I guess. It's MUCH classier and prettier ;-) but where is Rusty's picture? Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't re

Re: [MBZ] W124 TD rear leveling AGAIN!

The only pump I see a rebuild kit for is the PS pump WITHOUT self levelling rear... Am I missing something?? Jeff Zedic Toronto

Re: [MBZ] Nozzle Change!!!!

Loren Faeth wrote: Ya dang FURRNERS- - Ya got rong colors fer da DEIZEL nozzls.Plees fix em !!! At 05:37 PM 2/22/2006, you wrote: Yu FOREIGNERS- - Yu got rong colors for da DIESEL nozzles.Plees fix it !!! ___ http://www.striplin.n

Re: [MBZ] air filter on 92 300D

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What do I need that will tell me what I need to do as far as maintanence? How often for fuel filters, air filters, repack wheel bearings, and all the other things we need to do to keep our MB running in top form? If you use the same intervals that were used for your 12

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

It was over half -- Tucumcari (last fill) to Albuquerque (where it died) 175 miles. I wondered about that also --- I was carrying a partial bottle of Power Service, and emptied it into the tank the next morning with a fill in Albuquerque. It's run just fine since then. > How much fuel was in the

Re: [MBZ] Lower control arm bushings

On Wed, Feb 22, 2006 at 07:42:27PM -0800, Jerry Herrman wrote: > What is involved in replacing the lower control arm bushings (inner) on > an 82 240D? Are special tools needed? Is this a job that can be done by > someone with ordinary automotive skills like changing a water pump and > master c

Re: [MBZ] Not getting messages

Mitch Haley wrote: http://www.pindelski.com/ "The author is a graduate mechanical engineer and has been working on Mercedes cars for nearly 20 years. The author's lifetime mileage in Mercedes cars exceeds 250,000 miles." I've been working on 'em for more than 40 years, have more than 1,00

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

OK Don wrote: No "whoosh", and no further incidents 600 miles later. The fuel filters will get replaced anyway. How much fuel was in the tank when the engine quit? If less than 1/4 tank, that further strengthens the plugged strainer/filter theory (thinks get touchy as the fuel level drops bel

Re: [MBZ] RPM Redline

Ahhh, --- Anarchy !!! On 2/22/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > they dont have a governor > -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D 243K, Rattled '87 300SDL 290K, Limo Lite, or blue car '81 240D 173K, Gramps, or yellow car '78 450SLC 67K, brown car '97 Ply Grand Voyager 78K Van G

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

Sunil Hari wrote: marshall, that file didn't attach properly. it -might- be because i don't own the cd's, thus they are not in the drive. But please help us who do not own the cd's If you can't reach THAT site, it's not my fault. I have NOTHING to do with it. It's just a picture of the filte

Re: [MBZ] RPM Redline

they dont have a governor Jim Cathey wrote: It's a Mercedes - it doesn't need "no stinkin' RED line"! Except that the gassers do have red marks on the tach. Go figure. -- Jim ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://ww

Re: [MBZ] winter break cars

Kaleb !!! This might be your 107 On 2/22/06, redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > delete at will, I am only posting really interesting items this time > > > http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/136137982.html -- 81 380sl $2200 > -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D 243K, Rattled '87 300SDL

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

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Werner That's good to know about the pre-filters - actually, now that I think about it I believe the main fuel filter for the 240D and W124 300D is the same - sure looked the same. This is going to make keeping an inventory of parts around for both vehicles much ea

[MBZ] winter break cars

delete at will, I am only posting really interesting items this time http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/136137982.html -- 81 380sl $2200 http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/136103912.html -- 86 sel $1300 http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/136046502.html -- 80 TD $800 http://seattle.craigs

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

marshall, that file didn't attach properly. it -might- be because i don't own the cd's, thus they are not in the drive. But please help us who do not own the cd's On 2/22/06, Marshall Booth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > Howdy - > > Took a quick look at the engine a

Re: [MBZ] Shoulda done that months ago

I am using M1 ATF in both Gump and Cleo. Shifting in both has improved after change over and love the feeling after 30k miles On Wednesday, February 22, 2006, at 02:27 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: Hi Werner, Sounds like you haven't maintained a manual trans in awhile. My 240D and 190D both cal

Re: [MBZ] timing is EVERYTHING!

Call Rusty and get a new chain. With timing off by that much it would be a miracle if the thing ran. While you are in there, adjust the valves. On Wednesday, February 22, 2006, at 02:04 PM, kevin kraly wrote: Just as the subject line says, TIMING IS EVERYTHING! I took the valve cover off

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

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 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? On several of my engines it's easiest to loosen the two screws that hold the filter bracket to the engine to allow the filt

[MBZ] ED BOOHER WAKE UP!!!!

http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/134409718.html $500 for a 250S -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz

[MBZ] Pack of $100 cars

http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/135058698.html Guy has at least four cars, all diesel, all styles, and I think all he wants is $100 each. I have not called to verify. CD TD D -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Be

[MBZ] Lower control arm bushings

What is involved in replacing the lower control arm bushings (inner) on an 82 240D? Are special tools needed? Is this a job that can be done by someone with ordinary automotive skills like changing a water pump and master cylinder, or is this a job for a professional mechanic with special equi

Re: [MBZ] Shoulda done that months ago

Curt - you're right, its been a long time since I fooled with a manual tranny. I would therefore assume that if your 240D calls for ATF, then by all means use Mobil1 - the cold and high temp characteristics alone are worth it! My comment that 4 cylinder engines should be easier to spin when c

Re: [MBZ] timing is EVERYTHING!

Tensioner is right ahead of the exhaust manifold. It comes out with 2 nuts removed. One (17) is half on the manifold and half on the tensioner. THe other (13 or 14) is on the tensioner. It is much easier to do if you take the 2 nuts off the thermostat housing and pull off the housing. You w

Re: [MBZ] Nozzle Change!!!!

Ya dang FURRNERS- - Ya got rong colors fer da DEIZEL nozzls.Plees fix em !!! At 05:37 PM 2/22/2006, you wrote: Yu FOREIGNERS- - Yu got rong colors for da DIESEL nozzles.Plees fix it !!!

Re: [MBZ] Brake Fluid Flush

Larry - its ABS - and the main thing to remember when flushing the brake fluid is to use enough pressure, probably around 20 psi. I was too conservative at one of the GWS tech sessions several years ago, and managed to drain the lines and leave lots of air in them. Learned that ABS systems ne

Re: [MBZ] Green fuel pumps and nozzles

I sent them MY suggestion with EMPHASIS in some places! THANKS for the email address! I do agree that Most cases are "operator error" and I can't blame them for that, but there was sort of a voluntary standard that green = diesel, and they violated that self-imposed standard. Voluntary stand

[MBZ] W124 fire extinguisher part info

Hi all, I finally got my 1.0kg fire extinguisher installed on the diesel. The larger 1.3kg unit is no longer available, AFAIK. There is mucho confusion regarding some of the part numbers for the mounting buckets... I got most of it straightened out, but I still have a few nagging doubts on a coupl

Re: [MBZ] W124 TD rear leveling AGAIN!

Jeff, The pump is rebuildable. If you need a rebuild, call Rusty with you VIN, and the manufacturer from the plate on the side of the pump, and Rusty will get a kit to you. Both of mine are Vickers, but 2 different kind of pumps. I would guess you could crack the high pressure line at the p

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