Does anyone know where the connecting plug for the outside temperature
sensor (located behind the front license plate) is, on a 190DTurbo?
Thanks,
Ron Dwelle
diesel--I don't like carrying the
metal-topsider around and think the plastic will work better.
Thanks,
Ron Dwelle
Interesting news story on new biodiesel:
http://www.christiansciencemonitor.com/2006/0111/p01s03-sten.html
Ron Dwelle
Maybe the shocks?
Ron Dwelle
On Dec 21, 2005, at 2:04 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote:
Since we are discussing front end noises, what might cause a creaking
noise
when passing over speed bumps? Car in question is a 1985 300CD with new
shocks, ball joints, upper and lower control arms, etc. - so
Interesting fuel story:
http://www.grist.org/news/maindish/2005/12/15/hearn/index.html?
source=daily
Ron Dwelle
Yes, I've done it. It's fairly simple. If I can do it, anyone can.
Ron Dwelle
On Dec 13, 2005, at 11:15 AM, Jerry Herrman wrote:
What sort of job is it to RR the rear shocks on an 82 240D? Anyone
done this? Any special equipment or tools needed? How difficult?
Thanks in advance
Jerry
1982
Man, I don't know where they get those prices. Around here (Michigan),
they're still running $0.30/gallon higher than the table shows.
Ron Dwelle
On Dec 12, 2005, at 3:39 PM, Tom Hargrave wrote:
Thanks,
Tom Hargrave
256-656-1924
www.kegkits.com
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] FW: Today's Diesel Prices
Man, I don't know where they get those prices. Around here (Michigan),
they're still running $0.30/gallon higher than the table shows.
Ron Dwelle
On Dec 12
at 40 centigrade. RPM etc are all equal. This is listed as
temperature at the inlet of the fuel injection pump.
That's a 10% increase in horsepower!
Maybe we should be increasing the fuel temp on our old Benzes
Ron Dwelle
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I suppose you all know this, but it was news to me:
http://www.3blindmoosegear.com/wine/index.asp
Ron Dwelle
Keep cranking.
Ron Dwelle
On Dec 9, 2005, at 2:30 PM, Lee Einer wrote:
Just changed out both fuel filters on the 1980 300CD. Cracked open the
banjo nut at the top of the filter and primed as directed. Or so I
thought. *^([EMAIL PROTECTED] thing will not start now.
Air in lines? How to fix
Curt--
You probably have a block heater--just not the cord. Check on the
passenger side of the engine--about where the block heater is on a
240D. There may be a plastic cap on the block heater--you just need to
buy the cord from Rusty. I had to do that on two 190Ds.
Ron Dwelle
On Dec 5
From Michigan:
http://makeashorterlink.com/?V5BE1234C
Ron Dwelle
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on my 240D in a couple weeks.
Question: is there a reasonable length of time, or number of miles, or
number of oil changes, that I can confidently go before I do more oil
sample tests? (The tests are a little pricey.) What do you think?
Thanks,
Ron Dwelle
Can you run the Vin on that, Kaleb?
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 23, 2005, at 9:35 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-260-E-1987-
mercedez-260-E-DIESEL-TURBO-5-
CYL_W0QQitemZ4592835067QQcategoryZ6329QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
--
into this
deal blind.
Thanks again,
Ron Dwelle
Uhh, no! You're a couple generations out-of-date:
http://www.compostingtoilet.org/
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 23, 2005, at 10:54 AM, Curt Raymond wrote:
Composting toilets, from what I've seen are usually a sham. They cook
the uhh, deposit, down to ash which is then technically a toxic
waste
When I changed the one on my 190D, I had to go to a rent-all place and
rent a socket that would fit. It was a big mother--can't remember the
size though. The differential wasn't in the way for the 190--I suppose
you could just use a big adjustable pliers on the socket.
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 21
Might be other things, but the speedo cable makes a squealing noise
when it is about to break. You might try lubing it, but chances are
it's going to go, if it's squealing.
Not a real difficult replacement (though the one I did was on an 85
190D.
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 21, 2005, at 9:51 AM, Tom
Change the EPA mileage coming:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/11/18/
AR2005111802432.html
Ron Dwelle
I just got some Hankooks--very cheap with high-mileage warranty. Ride
well. Don't know much else about them yet.
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 21, 2005, at 6:46 PM, Kevin wrote:
On Mon, Nov 21, 2005 at 06:36:28PM -0500, Tom Scordato wrote:
Anyone recommend tires real quick. All highway driving, all
: 129,000 mi
Description:
MERCEDES 1982 300CD TURBO - Diesel, all power, cruise, sunroof,
leather, 129,000 mi. Excellent condition in/out, no rust! Runs great,
excellent gas mileage, $4900. 616-878-7259.
No affiliations, etc.
Ron Dwelle
That's not quite right. You probably have 50-60 hours of life at 1 amp.
When the battery gets much over 50% discharged, it probably won't have
enough juice to run the starter, and the lights will be noticeably dim.
The radio will probably run a lot longer, but not much else.
Ron Dwelle
this problem. The Trojan battery
site, www.trojan-battery.com, has a good explanation.
I'm not so sure that the Battery Tender is a lot better than other
cheap chargers.
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 15, 2005, at 10:35 PM, LT Don wrote:
Yes, I know the correct answer is Battery Tender -- it is on my
the way I have to drive the 240 (pedal to the metal), I'd be
in jail.
Ron Dwelle
1982 240D
1985 190D euro
1987 190DT
On Nov 12, 2005, at 12:47 AM, Chuck Landenberger wrote:
Hi All.
IIRC, the 190D was imported for a verrry short time. Marshall could
correct me. But, in a drag race a 240D
No, the 190D 2.2 was imported 1984 and 1985. The 2.5 was imported 1986
through 1989. The turbo model was imported only in 1987.
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 12, 2005, at 1:02 AM, OK Don wrote:
The 190D was imported from '84 thru '86 best that I can tell.
?
See this pic: http://www.johndevine.com/benz/benz%20001.jpg
On 11/12/05, Ron Dwelle [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Bt!!! Wrong. The 190D, especially the turbo, is a hot little car.
Unfortunately, the one advertise on the Nashville Craig's list is not a
turbo, in spite of the ad. Actually the non
It's sold.
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 12, 2005, at 12:12 PM, Rick Knoble wrote:
For $1200 I wish some one here would buy it. That is why I posted it. I
don't have $1200 to spare. Even if it isn't a turbo, it IS a pretty good
deal. If it is a turbo, it is an extreme bargain...
Rick Knoble
-mailed this morning--the guy showed up and paid for the
car.
So, such deals don't last long!!!
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 12, 2005, at 12:59 PM, Zeitgeist wrote:
I hope the list maintains some collective memory for this, since it's
a classic example of one of those legendary killer deals that pops
up
I bought two kits from him earlier. Good kits.
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 11, 2005, at 10:12 AM, Harry Watkins wrote:
Chris
A guy at this site will make up EGR blocking kits if we come up with a
30+
order.
They will be $29. I just put myself down for two and we should be
getting
close
Both of mine were for 190Ds.
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 11, 2005, at 3:00 PM, Tan Qu wrote:
Does this kit also fit the OM602 engines? If yes I
need one for sure and maybe two depending on whether I
may buy another OM60X powered.
Tan
--- Ron Dwelle [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I bought two kits from him
John--
Are you sure it's not coming from the fuel return line? That's the
usual culprit.
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 10, 2005, at 4:26 PM, John Peterson wrote:
Hello folks, I'm getting what appears to be engine oil but smells like
diesel around the area of my front most glow plug directly next
, by just looking for evidence of
soaking, no?
- Original Message -
From: Ron Dwelle [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2005 4:53 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Leaky Glow Plug or Oil Pressure Sensor?
John--
Are you sure it's not coming from
Looks like a nice sucker. I could use one on my boat (and on the
Benzes). How did you do a group buy?
Ron Dwelle
On Nov 5, 2005, at 5:21 PM, JJJ wrote:
i just now finished a 12 minute oil change with filter on my '86 300sdl
using a Suck-Up by Alloy Marine Products of Novato Ca2.7 gal
Guess I'm getting by pretty cheap, DIY.
One odd thing. In the fine print on the transmission service, they say
a cleaner is used to help remove varnish build up. What's that about?
Ron Dwelle
An interesting article from some scientists:
http://www.ucsusa.org/clean_vehicles/fuel_economy/the-diesel-
dilemma.html
Ron Dwelle
. Booth had better stats on this.
Ron Dwelle
On Oct 31, 2005, at 3:28 PM, Donald Snook wrote:
Dan Elliott wrote:
What is the expected mileage lifespan range for my transmission I
wonder ? I recall 150 kmi on average. Is that right?
Dan,
In my experience (6 Mercedes 4 of them diesels) I
The guy is advertising it all over:
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/car/106394406.html
Ron Dwelle
On Oct 26, 2005, at 8:42 PM, OK Don wrote:
Donald Snook - this looks like what you're looking for --
http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/106676274.html -- SDL $3500
Midwest car
--
OK Don, KD5NRO
Michigan's governor isn't particularly ugly. In fact...
On Oct 26, 2005, at 9:23 PM, Mitch Haley wrote:
Gabriel S. wrote:
An opinion of mine: Successfull women who support themself are
ususally the
ugly ones. The reason is because they have to, no man will support
them.
Are Barbara Boxer,
/business/
doc435ffaaf46270510425903.txt
Ron Dwelle
Where do you get this PB Blaster?
Thanks,
Ron Dwelle
On Oct 26, 2005, at 3:17 PM, Archer wrote:
Thanks, Curt, I'll have to get a can of that for my shop.
From Reuters:
http://makeashorterlink.com/?Y27C31D0C
Ron Dwelle
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Okay, I give up. What's a FLAPS?
Ron Dwelle
On Oct 26, 2005, at 3:57 PM, Potter, Tom E wrote:
Your FLAPS should have it. I got mine at O'Reillys.
Thomas E. Potter
Telephone: (713) 215-2877
Fax: (713) 215-2551
Mobile: (832) 794-0536
A good story on the obscene profits being taken on fuel right now, in
the Wall Street Journal:
The Wall Street Journal, Russell Gold, 25 Oct 2005 (access ain't free) .
The five largest are expected to reap a record $28 billion in
collective earnings this quarter, and all signs point to a
I had the same problem recently with my 190D. I finally had to replace
the whole switch--couldn't figure out a way to repair it. Kind of a
pain in the 190, since you have to remove the steering wheel, with the
airbag in it.
Ron Dwelle
On Oct 20, 2005, at 7:21 PM, Anthony Galioto wrote:
My
New record here in Michigan. Today, diesel was $1.20/gallon higher than
regular gas--$3.499 for diesel and $2.299 for regular unleaded.
Ron Dwelle
(feeling ripped off)
Just got a Harbor Freight sales flyer--they have a Topsider knock-off
(or maybe it's a real Topsider) for $24.99. Looks identical to a real
Topsider.
Anyone have one of these? Is it worth the $20-less than a real Topsider?
Thanks,
Ron Dwelle
Nobody has mentioned it, but a hanging brake (either regular brake or
emergency brake) could cause the symptoms you describe.
Ron Dwelle
On Oct 14, 2005, at 8:16 PM, Luther Gulseth wrote:
what would I be looking for in each instance? This did suddenly appear,
and I know I didn't hit anything
My view: reporting cars for sale is one of the best things about the
MBZ list.
Ron Dwelle (looking for good 190Ds)
Just went to fill up. B-20 bio-diesel is $0.10/gallon higher than dino.
Trying to figure out how that could be. $3.199 for dino and $3.299 for
B-20.
Ron Dwelle
No, but at least the seller showed a few photos of some of the rust on
the car.
Ron Dwelle
On Oct 3, 2005, at 8:15 PM, Gabriel S. wrote:
50MPG...do those cars really get that good mileage?
On 10/3/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz
studs.
Ron Dwelle
On Oct 4, 2005, at 8:41 AM, ned kleinhenz wrote:
What is your experience with snow tires?
In planning for this winter, I notice Nokian seems to offer more serious
options in studded tires.
But I have always avoided studded tire because I thought:
1. Studded tires
.)
Thanks for suggestions.
Ron Dwelle
in prices in a single
day--and at all stations simultaneously.
Can you say collusion???
Ron Dwelle
.
Ron Dwelle
On Sep 22, 2005, at 10:30 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote:
PLEASE - anyone have the wbesite to find cheap local diesel prices?
TIA,
Andrew
1983 300TD (running on fumes)
Here's an AP wire story:
http://makeashorterlink.com/?B308638DB
Ron Dwelle
I've got a bad ball joint on my 190D euro. I think that RRing it,
along with the alignment, is beyond my capabilities. My good local indy
wants $270, using MB parts. The local mcparts shop wants half that,
using NAPA parts.
Is the MBparts alignment worth twice the mcparts?
Thanks,
Ron
I just filled up with B20 locally--price was $0.19/gallon less that
petro diesel. This was at the local (Michigan) Crystal Flash station,
about the only place I can get biodiesel in Grand Rapids.
Ron Dwelle
Can someone tell me where the RR for the cruise control stalk is
located on the 201 CD rom? I can't find it. I've got a bad control
stalk on the steering wheel post.
Thanks,
Ron Dwelle
it to the
local stealer?
Thanks,
Ron Dwelle
87 190D turbo
On Sep 19, 2005, at 4:02 PM, Marshall Booth wrote:
Ron Dwelle wrote:
Can someone tell me where the RR for the cruise control stalk is
located on the 201 CD rom? I can't find it. I've got a bad control
stalk on the steering wheel post
Interesting story on EPA mileage standards:
http://www.boston.com/cars/articles/2005/09/18/
epa_plans_to_revamp_mileage_testing/
Ron Dwelle
Thanks, Mitch. I've got glass lying around. My tank is actually holding
water now--after the 3rd repair. I expect the repair to last a couple
more months, and then I'll re-do again.
Ron Dwelle
On Sep 19, 2005, at 5:03 PM, Mitch Haley wrote:
Ron Dwelle wrote:
Tried the fiberglass once
Thanks, Kaleb.
According to the Vin history, they guy is lying about the background of
the car, too. Weird.
Ron Dwelle
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On Sep 18, 2005, at 12:45 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote:
Vehicle Snapshot
Vehicle 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 Series 190D
VIN WDBDB26D4GF235928
Body
The vin is:
WDBDB26D4GF235928
Not sure how you read the engine from the vin.
Ron Dwelle
On Sep 16, 2005, at 4:02 PM, Marshall Booth wrote:
Ron Dwelle wrote:
I called on a 190 D for sale in N. Carolina. The guy insists that it's
a 4 cylinder, 5-speed, and 1986. He claims it's a rare model
.
Ron Dwelle
On Sep 17, 2005, at 1:44 PM, OK Don wrote:
From the EPC --
The engine is 602.911 10 019626.
Transmission is 717411 00 429727. (manual)
Color code is 199, interior is 178.
It is a USA 190D 2.5 with a 5 cyl. engine (if original).
On 9/17/05, Ron Dwelle [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote
mileage, we recently drove the 190D turbo on a
980 mile trip and in two tanks averaged 39 mpg--our best ever by a long
ways. We usually get 31-34 with that car. I'm guessing it was a combo
of some good summer fuel and not using the air.
Ron Dwelle
On Sep 17, 2005, at 3:23 PM, Marshall Booth
Here's a 300 for someone!
http://makeashorterlink.com/?V14B51FCB
Ron Dwelle
I called on a 190 D for sale in N. Carolina. The guy insists that it's
a 4 cylinder, 5-speed, and 1986. He claims it's a rare model--one of
only 200 made. I thought the 4 cylinder ended in 1985. Does anyone
have info on this?
Thanks,
Ron Dwelle
, to work, occasionally in snow--in Michigan. And, I suppose,
picking up girls or whatever).
Looking at Tire Rack, the best deal may be the Kumho Solus KH16. Anyone
have experience with them?
Any other suggestions for a good but cheap all-weather tire?
Thanks,
Ron Dwelle
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