Re: [MBZ] where voltage reg

Thanks for responses. Last time I had to deal with this part was on my 108 - bolied battery and fried alt., but as I recal was bolted to sheet metal on side of engine compartment. Interesting to note that this unit went south on the 126 when we had rain which rarely happens this time of year

[MBZ] where is voltage regulator

I am looking for the voltage reg on a couple 126's - an 82 380SEL and an 83 300SD can someone please tell me where they hang out THANKS Steve ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebe

[MBZ] 300SD don't stop, now it do

fixed it - it was the hose on top of injection pump thanks ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.co

[MBZ] 300SD won't shut off

I fear I was too aggressive at the car wash while spraying under the hood, as that directly correlates with engine not shutting down with key - thank goodness for the kill switch. Is there a wire or relay that is the culprit? Thanks, Steve ___ http://www

[MBZ] leaking reservoir caused short circuit ?

I filled the windshield fluid tank, walked away for awhile and returned to find large poodle on floor and empty tank. Started the '83 300SD and backed out of garage and parked for the night. Next am, dead battery. Did overnite charge, next am fired right up and moved it to shady spot. Appr

[MBZ] OT Jethro Bodine aka Max Baer was 126 seat motor

Thanks Dan for the reply on the seat -- I luv dem ez fixin' thangs Max has been trying to put together a casino for over ten years. Vegas, Reno, Carson City and now Minden. The first three towns shot him down, but he hit a gusherl here when he tapped into our home grown pool of corrupt hil

[MBZ] 126 seat motor

Just got my 300SD back after wife driving it for a week -now the forward/rear function don't function. Moving the switch produces audible from the motor, but it's almost as if gear(?) does not engage the (track?) How does this work? Is it similar to a starter where solenoid engages gear

[MBZ] and the EIP award goes to...

This year's EIP award (Excellence In Parts) goes to Rusty Cullens -- no surprise there. I called Rusty midday Tuesday for warranty on radiator, and a new one showed up on my doorstep Wednesday 5 p.m. Thanks man. Steve **Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. u

[MBZ] 82 300SD for sale in Reno

>From Monday's Reno-Gazette Journal (RGJ.com) classifieds: '82 Mercedes 300SD Turbo diesel, 4 door, Full pwr. 164K mi., One owner, Mint $2000 775 846-1841 / 205 396-5626 no personal interest, and Reno is an hour away, but I will be up there on Sunday if anyone is interested enough in me doin

Re: [MBZ] dashboard swap

I guess I'll be switching the entire dash. thanks Steve **Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15?ncid=aolhom000301) ___ http://www.okieben

[MBZ] dashboard swap

I recently picked up a 126 gasser for parts for my 300SD.? Need recommendation:? My existing dash has some cracks in vinyl with bad wood.? The parts car has crack free dash with sweet burl wood.? Will it be easier/faster to swap out the ENTIRE dash, or should I consider just swapping the wood

[MBZ] parts interchangeability 82 380SEL - 83 SD

Mitch wrote: "I would assume most stuff except for doors, carpet...Why not just go with brown (tobacco?) seats all around?" I assumed also, but I was bummed to find that driver seat switch was hardwired on the SD, but SEL had plug-ins - I'm lazy. I was also dreaming that tach amp and crui

[MBZ] parts interchangeability 82 380SEL - 83 SD

I just acquired the SEL as a donor for my 300SD in the hope of swapping a few parts. The donor dash has the burl wood trim and no cracks so I'm gonna try that - all the cutouts appear identical including shifter trim. It looks to be a real PITA job, but I'm sure it is in the manual. Does

[MBZ] 240 D for sale

There's been a chocolate 1972 115 with a for sale sign for a few weeks now, and I just now stopped for a look -- at least to give it a quick once over and get the price and copy down the phone number for anyone interested. BTW it is located in Minden, NV about an hour south of Reno. Looking

[MBZ] 126 blower/squirrel cage removal

I'm a little concerned that if I do not apply pressure in proper direction/fashion the aged plastic wheel may shatter. Can anyone suggest a method. This appears to be a press-on setup. Thanks, Steve ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com __

Re: [MBZ] tips on replacing starter (needed from Loren F.)

Loren Faeth wrote:  "But the factory manual says to go over the trans." Loren - was this in a benz manual, and if so, was it a chassis, engine, maintenance, etc. manual, and for what model and what was the job # ? Also, thanks for all the replies. It sounds like the MB engineers should h

[MBZ] tips on replacing starter (needed)

Just ordered replacement starter for 300SD, and I cannot seem to find the job in manuals. Anybody know what job or even group # for this project, and especially any tips or thoughts from personal experience? Thanks, Steve ** See what's new at http://w

[MBZ] ignition switch SUCCESS

After about ten minutes of jiggling, wiggling and fiddling with the key I was getting into the Zen of MB repair when I all of a sudden I LOST IT and started beatin' the hell out of the steering wheel.? The key turned!!! Hit the kill switch, disconnected the battery and reaffirmed my vow to al

[MBZ] ignition switch

SO, I go to start the car (300SD - just passed the 250K mark), and the key won't turn. Pull it out, flip it over -- same thing. Go get a spare key -- ditto. Am I BONED? and need to get it drilled if I can't get it to turn? Thanks, Steve ** Get

[MBZ] radiator done blowed up

I love you guys! Thanks for all the replies. steve AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at AOL.com. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

[MBZ] radiator exploded

So my 20 year old took the 300SD along with 3 friends up the Kingsbury grade to Lake Tahoe for the festivities yesterday in 106 degree heat - almost three thousand feet elevation change over the eight miles. He was about 400 feet from summit when he noticed temp gauge, pulled over and just

[MBZ] flex disc & ctr. mount - Was clump thump

I was disinclined to do the center mount replacement, so dropped SLC off to George of Valley Wagon, Carson City. As it turns out it was both the mount and one of the flex discs. Thanks for the diagnoses. I furnished parts, and the labor for 2 flex discs, ctr. mount & bearing, and diff. m

[MBZ] klump thump update

Thanks for the suggestions of bad flex disc or center mount. I crawled under and inspected both. The flex discs looked OK with no cracks, but the center mount was trashed and had shined up the underside by beating against it. I read the replacement procedure in the manual, and am going to

[MBZ] thump thump clump clump sound

My son's newly purchased 450 SLC suddenly started making this very loud and scary sound upon acceleration. It is heard as well as felt from start to about 20 mph, and then again on deceleration from that speed but much milder. I have not as yet hooked up to a 107 site so apologies to the