yea, sears is another one that has different spec tires than a dealer,
in fact, they will have the sears logo on them.
archer wrote:
Note: Many years ago (30-40-50?) when Sears first started selling Michelin
tires, Consumers Reports tested them and found that "Sears Michelins" did
not last as
your tensioner is worn out.
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
The new Serpentine Belt I installed (purchased from Rusty) is noisey (it
squeals) at idle. Since the tension is not adjustable and the WSM says to
*not* use a belt dressing, what is the fix? The old one was quiet - it
looked like it would
yep, thats the one I was thinking about.
dave walton wrote:
It's no secret that Walmart wants cheap products from their suppliers that
last 1 season and then require replacement. People expect more than 1 year
from tires, but I suspect they are working on that too.
http://www.fastcompany.com/m
Yes, its more than tires that are different, many items that you can get
elsewhere are of different cheaper specs at walmart. Lawn mowers would
be one thing that comes to mind. In fact, there was an article posted
about some maker of high quality lawn mowers, I think snapper, that was
being s
WALMART, WALMART, WALMART, WALMART, that is what we are talking about.
The tires WALMART sells are different than OTHER places. Its a WALMART
spec tire, not a discout outlet spec tire, only WALMART
Desert Rat wrote:
So, Michelin has a different warranty on tires purchased at discount
outlets
Note: Many years ago (30-40-50?) when Sears first started selling Michelin
tires, Consumers Reports tested them and found that "Sears Michelins" did
not last as long as "Dealer Michelins".
.
This discussion probably explains why the last two sets of 70,000
Zoltan Finks wrote:
Thanks. As a follow-up, I wanted to ask the list: Does having the
traditional tap-on style wheel weights on the outside of your allow wheels
bother you at all? It really bothers me. I mean, you have this nice slick
alloy wheel with this crude weight tacked onto it. I notice th
No, the tires at walmart are lower spec than the same tire elsewhere,
its a fact, they do that to get a cheaper tire.
Desert Rat wrote:
Oh yeah, and the Mobil 1 is watered down, etc, etc.
Good grief!
--
Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK
91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87
yep, they sure do.
David Brodbeck wrote:
Really? I would think a Michelin was a Michelin. Do they provide a
lower spec tire specifically for Wal Mart?
--
Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK
91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL,
85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300
When you part it out, sell the tranny, shifter, pedal assembly, drive
shaft etc as a package deal, will bring BIG money.
kevin kraly wrote:
Tomorrow, I'm going to look at a manny tranny 1983 240D that's been run out
of oil. I'm interested in the tires/wheels and the headlight doors, but
will
Doesnt bother me really.
Zoltan Finks wrote:
Thanks. As a follow-up, I wanted to ask the list: Does having the
traditional tap-on style wheel weights on the outside of your allow wheels
bother you at all? It really bothers me. I mean, you have this nice slick
alloy wheel with this crude weight
What are you using to mount and dismount the tires?
Harry Watkins wrote:
I bought Harbor freight and JC Whitney equipment, a few patch supplies and I
now do my own.
After experiencing the same kind of bad things I hear about and read on these
lists, I am giving it a try. Actually, even thou
Wrong bulb will cause it not to work.
Sunil Hari wrote:
did nothing but switch the rear fog light bulb and the brake light bulb.
Neither was burned out. Cruise now works at all speeds. WTF?
On 5/16/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
14 pins
Sunil Hari wrote:
Anyone know o
Im still not sure if it has a blown head gasket or just delivery valves.
After getting it good and warmed up it seems it idle worse than when
cold. Also, the oil pressure will drop WAY down at idle and not hit 3
till about 2k or so. The oil level is REAL high, not sure why. I
suppose its po
provide in the PDFs - for example, the PDF has numbers such as: engine
numbers: 601, 602, 603
My entire engine number is 616 912 102 681 24
I don't see 601, 602, 603 in my engine number.
Because you have the venerable iron-headed 616 4-cylinder engine. The
617
is the 5-cylinder version, and
I bought these instead.
http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct/findTireDetail.do?
sw=false&cs=185&pc=28856&rd=15&ar=65
I'll let y'all know what I think of them after some miles.
I personally never heard much about Falken Tires, so I asked around
and got
Levi - Just a word of caution. I bought my wife a scooter - 25 MPH max - a
few years ago. Had a good helmet coming, but the neurosurgeon said it would
not have mattered much. From a @25 MPH wreck [car pulled out in front of
her] she has permanent brain damage. We are fortunate she is pretty mu
Copper clad steel
~
~High voltage power lines often take advantage of the skin effect by
~using a steel core. Steel is strong, but a relatively poor conductor.
~Because of skin effect, though, the AC current flows mostly through the
~outer part of the wire, which is usually aluminum, and the
On May 18, 2006, at 9:55 AM, Rich Thomas wrote:
Someone sometime in the past suggested going to a welding shop and
getting some cast-off welding cables (apparently they replace them
occasionally for some reason) and putting some clamps on, then you
have
a pretty stout set of cables for very l
Well I headed over to little rock and checked out that 91 2.5 turbo that
luther passed on. Y'all would cry if I told you how much I snagged it
for. Lets just say it was way under his asking price/bottom dollar.
Very nice body, VERY nice interior, tires look pretty new, smokes and is
not firin
The new Serpentine Belt I installed (purchased from Rusty) is noisey (it
squeals) at idle. Since the tension is not adjustable and the WSM says to
*not* use a belt dressing, what is the fix? The old one was quiet - it
looked like it would break at any moment, but it was quiet. ;-)
TIA --
S
On Thu, 18 May 2006 10:08:12 -0700, you wrote:
Note:
Wall Mart no longer sells SNAPPER lawnmower. SNAPPER refused to drop
price, which would have required a quality reduction.
Do you think the "John Deer" at Home Depot is the same machine as that
at a John Deer dealer?
Several years ago, I neede
It's no secret that Walmart wants cheap products from their suppliers that
last 1 season and then require replacement. People expect more than 1 year
from tires, but I suspect they are working on that too.
http://www.fastcompany.com/magazine/102/open_snapper.html
-Dave Walton
94S350, 99E300
On
Ah! Very good. Yes, I do think that I have the correct CDs. I'm using disk
#2, and it allows me to choose my specific vehicle: 83 240D.
So the engine nos. in the PDFs don't apply to me because they are referring
to the same engine, only in a newer model vehicle?
Okay. I'll move forward from here
Hello Levi,
I really like Tire Rack but I find that in West Virginia that shipping to my
local indy eats up the cost saving and that the similar tire from Wal-Mart is
cheaper counting 6% sales tax. The last couple of sets I ordered from Tire
Rack were well over comparable tires at Wal-Mart. T
Agree 100 percent Levi,
Point is Michelin doesn't make a XXX tire for everone but Wallyworld
and then let Wallyworld sell a XXX tire which is inferior to others.
Just not going to happen.
Bought Kuhmo's recently from Tirerack mounted and balanced and then
drop shipped to my Indie. Great tire and
My my, counsellor, would this be a good time to suggest you switch to decaf
;-)?
If you want to find out about something in the auto trade, then I'd suggest
you sit around and chew the fat with people who work there. That would be a
good start. Or have close friends in it who share information. Or
Well, if it's warm out, I'm quite possibly in shorts and a t-shirt.
I didn't spend all the money for "real" protection with some sort of armour
in it, so in my mind, if the bike goes down, I'm doubting that pair of jeans
are going to make a whole heck of a lot of difference. Maybe I'll have an
ex
I think they key thing is that are different "models" of tires.
"Michelin" is a brand name. Just cause they make a really great tire,
doesn't mean they don't make some really crappy ones as well.
I don't exactly consider B.F. Goodrich to be my favorite tires, but I'd
consider them a good name.
These sorts of stories are why I ultimately stopped riding and sold my
Goldwing. The older I get the slower I heal
and (hopefully) the smarter I get. I cut myself with with a biscuit jointer in
my workshop and it really only bit
one finger but it is a reminder that does not go away. It was one o
So, Michelin has a different warranty on tires purchased at discount
outlets? Wouldn't Tirerack be the ultimate Discount Outlet? Are they
produced "offshore" as well?
Sorry, but I am not in the auto trade. Where can one look up this well
known fact to verify this rumor?
On 5/18/06, Steve MacSwee
On Thu, 18 May 2006 14:07:55 -0500 "Zoltan Finks"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I'm looking at the manual on CD, and I'm trying to figure out how to
> relate the engine number that I see on my engine block to the numbers
> that they provide in the PDFs - for example, the PDF has numbers such
> as:
On Thu, 18 May 2006 12:04:05 EDT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
> While welding cable is good because it is flexible, and usually 00 or
> bigger, I have read that it is not ideal for 12V DC use because the
> strands are very fine and DC current travels down the core of the
> wire. IE: larger diame
Uh, negative on the Mobil 1, but it's well known in the auto trade that the
Michelin tires sold through discount outlets (Wal Mart, in Canada also
Canadian Tire) are produced offshore in the Third World.
In the case of Michelin, I know at one time the tires they sold to the
discounter market even
You may have the wrong CD set for your car.
You have an OM 616, an earlier engine family.
Mac
on 5/18/06 3:07 PM, Zoltan Finks at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
> I'm looking at the manual on CD, and I'm trying to figure out how to relate
> the engine number that I see on my engine block to the numbe
On Thu, 18 May 2006 05:26:43 -0400 (EDT) "John W. Reames III"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> On Wed, 17 May 2006, Bob DuPuy wrote:
>
> > Geez guys catch your breath, Bruce was asking about an 82 300CD. last
> > time I check they came with the 5 cyl 617 engine! I remember a copper
> > seal but not a
Casey,
I switched to 1/8 in hi pressure fuel line earlier this year for the very
same reason, but too soon to tell if it works. I have been running straight
bio for some time and it plays havoc with a number of things besides rubber,
i.e., tank filters, delivery valve and sundry other lea
Zoltan Finks wrote:
I'm looking at the manual on CD, and I'm trying to figure out how to relate
the engine number that I see on my engine block to the numbers that they
provide in the PDFs - for example, the PDF has numbers such as: engine
numbers: 601, 602, 603
My entire enginge number is 616 9
Hang the gas prices:
http://www.seriouswheels.com/top-2006-Porsche-911-Carrera-S-Club-Coupe.htm
RLE
I'm looking at the manual on CD, and I'm trying to figure out how to relate
the engine number that I see on my engine block to the numbers that they
provide in the PDFs - for example, the PDF has numbers such as: engine
numbers: 601, 602, 603
My entire enginge number is 616 912 102 681 24
I don'
I put a set of Goodyear light truck tires on my old 68 Chevy pickup at WalMart
a couple of years back. No problems
so far. They seemed much more professional about the whole thing than most tire
shops that I have dealt with in
recent years. They were quite apologetic about the fact that their re
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
While welding cable is good because it is flexible, and usually 00 or
bigger, I have read that it is not ideal for 12V DC use because the strands are
very fine and DC current travels down the core of the wire. IE: larger
diameter strands are better, within reason,
Oh yeah, and the Mobil 1 is watered down, etc, etc.
Good grief!
On 5/18/06, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Really? I would think a Michelin was a Michelin. Do they provide a
lower spec tire specifically for Wal Mart?
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote:
> Their tires are also not of the same
Anybody ever successfully disassemble one? Replaced the one in my '87
TD when I found it wasn't functioning altogether correctly after
getting it back from accident repairs. Guess I'm wondering if a shard
from the shattered reservoir might have made it thru the pump and
clogged a port in the val
Really? I would think a Michelin was a Michelin. Do they provide a
lower spec tire specifically for Wal Mart?
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote:
Their tires are also not of the same quality as what you would get at a
real tire store/tirerack.
James Jetton wrote:
Johnny,
I just purchased a set of
I've been riding Harleys for 33 years. I don't get into pissing
contests with anyone over anything. If I see someone riding any bike
I think "kewl, they're getting the wind in their face and having a
good time".
I also drive Mercedes Benz cars and use Apple Computers. There are
good reasons
In a message dated 5/18/2006 8:40:06 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I use welding cable for my jumper cables...
Welding cable, plugs, and sockets are what I used in my big
generator to manage the 1-phase/3-phase conversion. Not much
else out there to handle a 15
I use welding cable for my jumper cables...
Welding cable, plugs, and sockets are what I used in my big
generator to manage the 1-phase/3-phase conversion. Not much
else out there to handle a 150A circuit in the way of switches
and such, not economically anyway. Welding cable ought to be
good
I use welding cable for my jumper cables...Combined with a set of heavy
duty clamps from NAPA I can start any kind of car even without it's own
battery or my vehicle running...Big wire means big amperage to get the
job done. No bad about it.
Mike
- Original Message -
From: "R
The compressor will cycle based upon a high pressure cut off too.
That could do it. My test refrigerant tends towards higher than
R12 pressures, at least in that car. (A few more years and maybe
the test will be over. Just about the time the car is retired
ought to do it...)
-- Jim
Lee - Thank you for the input. As I have commented before on this list, one
of my post-grad profs said that he preferred the controlled press of Kenya
to the illusion of a free press in America. At least he always knew what
was really happening by reading the headlines - but never the stories. H
I can't imagine why it is a bad idea. The only problem is that copper
sells for almost $4.00 a pound now, so the welding shops will probably
NOT give it away. The good clamps are about $10 for a set of two. You
will spend $20 on clamps and a bit on the wire. If you do not count your
labor, it will
There is/was a red CD in the neighborhood I (used to) see occasionally,
very nice condition. Young couple driving it. There is a silver one
too, in pretty decent shape.
--R
andrew strasfogel wrote:
Someone asked whether the 300CD came in red. We had a local (D.C.) dentist
(vanity plate -
Someone sometime in the past suggested going to a welding shop and
getting some cast-off welding cables (apparently they replace them
occasionally for some reason) and putting some clamps on, then you have
a pretty stout set of cables for very little dinero. The welding cables
are like 0 gauge
Since I'm stumped after all the manipulations I dropped the car at my
inde to test drive and maybe their trained ears can define the problem.
Since switching the rotors didn't change anything I looking at all
possibilities.
Neal
John Berryman wrote:
On May 17, 2006, at 10:22 AM, [EMAIL PRO
The account of the violence in Atenco is, to the best of my knowledge,
incomplete and innacurate. I have been following this issue, as I am
interested in the Zapatista movement.
What happened is that flower sellers were peddling their wares in the outdoor
market, and a large number of police s
On May 18, 2006, at 9:21 AM, lee wrote:
And you have the road rash scars to back-up this statement?
Including a bit of Phoenix ashpalt still embedded in my hand after
30+ years.
For my own sake, I certainly hope you're wrong. I've ridden so many
miles for so many years that it would se
Now Marshall - first you tell us not to let the engine idle for more
than a few minutes (carbon build-up), then now you're advocating not
turning it off (like the big rigs). I guess that means we need to
tag-team drive the cars - keeping them in motion! Suburban 24 hours of
Le Mans style?
One
Thats good to know Bill,
I had a ball joint and tierod end done not too long ago so hopefully tomorrow
dear wifey is going to get the car in for an alignment and saturday I'll get
some new sneakers on her.
Friday driving home in the rain as the puddles were first getting huge I
found out
Jim,
The compressor will cycle based upon a high pressure cut off too.
Trampas
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
On Behalf Of Jim Cathey
Sent: Thursday, May 18, 2006 8:57 AM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: [MBZ] 126 AC system
After recharging o
After recharging our SDL the compressor was definitely cycling when set
on MIN, even though the 52-degree vent temperatures aren't really that
low. It may be that the evaporator temperature sensor is a bit out of
whack, I've heard of this happening, but spot-checking it by getting a
real thermome
I'm sure the shutdown shake does contribute to the wear
of the mounts, especially when compared to gassers. Later
cars had small shock absorbers added to mitigate this I think.
-- Jim
timing chain in my 1987 300D turbo, 300K miles. The first response I
got was that it was not needed unless the timing chain was making lots
of noise.
He's right, modulo the measured chain stretch also being OK. At that
mileage it's worth a check, especially since you know it hasn't been
checke
On May 17, 2006, at 10:22 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
A warped rotor? Something in the brake hydraulics? I
guess it's time to switch rotors as a test as I'm getting a bit
tired of
replacing parts with no effect. Thanks for the help .
Neal,
How about the rear wheel bearings? Whe
On May 17, 2006, at 10:05 AM, lee wrote:
There are only two kinds of
biker, those who have parted ways with their bike at speed, and
those who
eventually will if they keep riding. It is an enlightening
experience if you
survive it.
Lee
And you have the road rash scars to back-up
I'm pleased you mentioned it. I've fiddled endlessly with the hinges
on my
glovebox, moving them in and out to get the confounded door to shut
flush
with the dashboard. Fat chance.
Yeah, hinges, bumpers, and latch hook all are adjustable, along with
attempting to rebuild and/or tighten up th
On May 17, 2006, at 10:03 AM, Curt Raymond wrote:
While I guess the basic premise there will tend to be correct in
more urban areas maybe in places with a large blue collar
population I think you'll find nearly as many drunks falling off
Harleys and going splat with no helmet or with just
Here are a couple of diagnostic tests to help you.
#1 Determine which cylinder is missing at idle by cracking open the injector
lines.
#2 Do your valve adjustment, look at cam to make sure lobes are good.
#3 Do compression check.
#4 Squirt ATF in cylinder then spin over to get excess out.
#5 d
(other than one silver door), with beige interior. If you're
interested in
any parts, let me know.
If inexpensive enough, the missing AC parts for our never-left-home
teenager of a 240D are suddenly a lot more interesting than they were.
Yesterday I recharged the AC on a couple of our daily d
Barry,
Both rotors were replaced at the same time and only the left has been
a problem. Last night I switched rotors and on my ususal drive to work
got the same results on the left side. I dropped the car at my local
shop and asked for someone to give it drive until they hear the noise.
Ma
Very interesting exotic car page, just the page of M's includes lots and lots
of MBZ and Maybach content, very nice article on the C111. Interesting to see
that a 2005 Marcos still looks a lot like a 1970 Marcos, but now weighs over
2000lb and has a 350 Chevy. Pic of the only four wheel Messersc
Peter Merle wrote:
Furthur investigation reveals that sometime at idle #1 ( the low
compresion cyl ) injector "hammers" . This is consistant with a low
compresion cyl ( according to the troubleshooting guide for my 180D ).
At higher engine speed the nailing disappears.
I would like to avoid a
RICHARD FIne wrote:
I asked for a bid from my local Mercedes dealer (Yakima, WA) to replace the
timing chain in my 1987 300D turbo, 300K miles. The first response I got was
that it was not needed unless the timing chain was making lots of noise. I then
told him, that as far as I knew, I should
Zoltan Finks wrote:
Does the shaking that the diesel engine does upon shutoff cause motor mounts
to wear out more quickly than in a gas engined car? I wonder about this
every time I shut off the engine. It would seem that it has to put a
considerable strain on things. Perhaps the mounts are desig
On Wed, 17 May 2006, Zeitgeist wrote:
> I got the tip from some folks over at MB-Shop. Apparently they've
> been running it for over a year with no problems. I just got tired of
> these things wearing out every year when running bio. Hell, even with
> straight dino they don't last that long. L
On Wed, 17 May 2006, Bob DuPuy wrote:
> Geez guys catch your breath, Bruce was asking about an 82 300CD. last
> time I check they came with the 5 cyl 617 engine! I remember a copper
> seal but not an O-ring on those. I wish I was an EPC Guru and could
> check for sure.
OOOPS. Sorry. The 61x's use
Neal -
Along the same line of thought as Jim, how about measuring the OD of the
"new" rotor. Could it possibly be too great of a diameter and sometimes
under the right conditions be rubbing inside the caliper?
Barry
>> after the rotors were replaced, this noise appeared.
>Well, just reading the
Tomorrow, I'm going to look at a manny tranny 1983 240D that's been run out
of oil. I'm interested in the tires/wheels and the headlight doors, but
will most likely part the rest out or sell it whole. It's complete, red
(other than one silver door), with beige interior. If you're interested i
Furthur investigation reveals that sometime at idle #1 ( the low
compresion cyl ) injector "hammers" . This is consistant with a low
compresion cyl ( according to the troubleshooting guide for my 180D ).
At higher engine speed the nailing disappears.
I would like to avoid actioning the cyl head
You know, I didn't think to try to adjust the hinges. I just thought to
adjust the latch. I will look into that.
Euan, you have a 5 speed, manual transmission wagon? That's a nice
automobile.
Brian
83 240D
On 5/18/06, Euan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Actually, it didn't feel like it was adju
> Actually, it didn't feel like it was adjustable, rather it felt like I
> forced it. So just wondering out of my sense of curiosity.
>
> Brian
> 83 240D
I'm pleased you mentioned it. I've fiddled endlessly with the hinges on my
glovebox, moving them in and out to get the confounded door to shu
One of the list subscribers has mentioned that he lives in Mexico.
This evening, I ran across
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/M/MEXICO_VOTE_OF_FEAR?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2006-05-17-06-12-44
which paints a pretty bleak picture of things down there.
Is this an accurate
I asked for a bid from my local Mercedes dealer (Yakima, WA) to replace the
timing chain in my 1987 300D turbo, 300K miles. The first response I got was
that it was not needed unless the timing chain was making lots of noise. I then
told him, that as far as I knew, I should replace it because of
Brian,
Don't trust Midas If you haven't done so, loosen each lug
bolt and retorque to the proper ft/lbs or lbs/ft (whichever) I
think 80-85 is recommended. Wiser minds will probably chime
in
Some shops will use "torque bars" on their impact wrenches that (I'm
Very good tip.
Brian
On 5/17/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
<.
I have been buying from Discount Tire at TireRack prices (just ask) which
means no mounting charges (I do pay for balancing) and includes lifetime
balancing and flat repairs. And local warranty service.
They do
I thought that most shops had moved beyond using impact wrenches on wheels.
But maybe that's just what they tell you if you ask.
I bought some Fuzion tires from TireRack. Just wanted to save money. No
complaints yet. Supposedly from the makers of Bridgestone. I only have some
5k mi. on them yet t
no. OK, got it.
Danke!
Chris
Marshall Booth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Christopher McCann wrote:
> SoMine has the old "trap" removed, but replaced with the new "oxidizing
> catalyst"...does that mean I use the higher "trap removed" numbers, or the
> lower "with trap" numbers...or will
You're quite right, Bob - this list can be a real hoot. If you go
deep enough into Bruce's pump to find an o-ring the pump's prolly due
for a trip to the test stand for recalibration. The copper seal for
that pump is 005 997 45 48 and the proper torque is *40-50 Nm on the
pipe connection in one
None of mine shudder much unless the mounts are bad -- the 300D thumped
horribly until I got both mounts in, then it was very smooth. The 220D
and my brother's 75 300D both shut down nicely, but then they both have
new mounts.
Check yours -- the rubber should be significantly higher than the
Does the shaking that the diesel engine does upon shutoff cause motor mounts
to wear out more quickly than in a gas engined car? I wonder about this
every time I shut off the engine. It would seem that it has to put a
considerable strain on things. Perhaps the mounts are designed to take it? I
am
I was thinking the same. 10' 4 gauge will work pretty well.
On Wed, 17 May 2006 20:01:01 -0500, Sunil Hari <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
If it's 20ft of 4 gauge, cut them in half, buy an extra set of clamps,
and
make two sets of cables.
On 5/17/06, Steve MacSween <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
1
Christopher McCann wrote:
SoMine has the old "trap" removed, but replaced with the new "oxidizing catalyst"...does that
mean I use the higher "trap removed" numbers, or the lower "with trap" numbers...or will it fall
somewhere in between...or is it unknown?
DOES YOUR CAR HAVE A TRAP?
Mar
SoMine has the old "trap" removed, but replaced with the new "oxidizing
catalyst"...does that mean I use the higher "trap removed" numbers, or the
lower "with trap" numbers...or will it fall somewhere in between...or is it
unknown?
Chris
Marshall Booth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Christ
My seats have a Recaro label on them!
It's hidden underneath a side panel nearest the door.
Jeff Zedic
Toronto
87 300TD
I bought Harbor freight and JC Whitney equipment, a few patch supplies and I
now do my own.
After experiencing the same kind of bad things I hear about and read on these
lists, I am giving it a try. Actually, even though its grunt work, I get real
satisfaction from doing a quality repair.
I f
I have HP in the owners manual: 143 @ 4600rpm...but none of the other
specshelp!
Thanks,
Chris
Marshall Booth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Christopher McCann wrote:
> Anyone have this on hand or know where I can find it?
YES!
Marshall
--
Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsign
You are right, The clips and gasket have no bearing. I copied the whole
list from John's earlier post when he did his 606.
The 82 617 should have the newer style pump, because my 81 240D does. (not
vacuum governor) I am not sure if the delivery valves are hex or
serrated. Either way, the
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I have been buying from Discount Tire at TireRack prices (just ask) which
means no mounting charges (I do pay for balancing) and includes lifetime
balancing and flat repairs. And local warranty service.
They do add on a fee to approximate the freight charge I would have had to
pay if I boug
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This is a little out of date.
Now, add:
Brakes/Lucas
Radiator/Valeo
Fuel controls/Siemens
Radio/unlabeled
Wiring/some italian outfit
RLE
Rusty has em too!
At 05:40 PM 5/17/2006, you wrote:
B Dike wrote:
> Many thanks Peter. Do you have a part number or source for the copper
seals?
Any Bosch distributor/wholesaler is the source.
I bought the last parts I needed from
Automotive Ignition Co.
301 Meade St
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
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