Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Thanks Jim, I just may be inspired enough someday to give it a try. - Max Charleston SC On Thu, Oct 5, 2017 at 11:56 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: > My understanding is that no one has successfully replace a bearing in a fan > > clutch, but maybe that could be

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

> > My understanding is that no one has successfully replace a bearing in a fan clutch, but maybe that could be done? > I have, but it was an older one that was _not_ thermostatic. Merely centrifugal, at higher engine speeds it will decouple. From a 450 SEL.

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Yes, along with my grammer too - Max Charleston SC On Thu, Oct 5, 2017 at 9:28 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Tighten up that fan! > > --R > > > On 10/5/17 7:52 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > >> I have nothing to loose by attempting a

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Tighten up that fan! --R On 10/5/17 7:52 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: I have nothing to loose by attempting a re-fill. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Wilton's clutch was damaged in the collision and has too much play at the tips of the fan blades. When I checked it two days after install, it was moving around enough that I thought the bolt had come loose and was backing out, so I put the wrench back on it but found it nice and tight. I'm

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Why not refill Wilton's clutch instead? Anyway, if I thought it was contaminated, I'd fill and drain it multiple times with DOT 5 silicone brake fluid, until you think it's pretty clean inside, then fill with the expensive silicone oil. Mitch. ___

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Last night after I'd had enough fun putting the Infiniti dash back together (dash is still out, but is the next item on the list of steps), I took a look at the old fan clutch removed from my '87 wagon to see about refilling the oil. The front of the clutch was caked with oil and dirt, no

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

I tried that but they're onto that shtick. No bites. On Wed, Oct 4, 2017 at 5:07 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Load up your cart. Let it sit for a couple of days. They’ll send you and > email with a 5% discount if you check out in 24 hours. > > A least that’s

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Load up your cart. Let it sit for a couple of days. They’ll send you and email with a 5% discount if you check out in 24 hours. A least that’s what has happened for me in more than one occasion with them. -D > On Oct 4, 2017, at 4:59 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

My parts purchase at FCP Euro will cost nearly $200. On Wed, Oct 4, 2017 at 4:23 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 10,000 centistoke. Yes RC car diff oil. find it at RC car shops. > > Dan Penoff via Mercedes >> October 3, 2017 at

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

10,000 centistoke. Yes RC car diff oil. find it at RC car shops. Dan Penoff via Mercedes October 3, 2017 at 4:35 PM Most expensive fan clutch on Rock Auto for my 350SDL with an M603 is $110 by Four Seasons. They have them as cheap as $43 from other suppliers.

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

I’ve never seen one for anything less than like $150. They’re pretty stingy with them as far as I know. -D > On Oct 4, 2017, at 2:46 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > I am still looking for a discount code for FCP Euro. Anybody? >

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

It's yz12har57. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 4, 2017, at 1:46 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > I am still looking for a discount code for FCP Euro. Anybody? > >> On Wed, Oct 4, 2017 at 10:59 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >>

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

I am still looking for a discount code for FCP Euro. Anybody? On Wed, Oct 4, 2017 at 10:59 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > That's good to know. It still ended up being cheaper than the kit for me > to order everything separate. > > Sent from my iPhone > > >

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

That's good to know. It still ended up being cheaper than the kit for me to order everything separate. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 4, 2017, at 9:53 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > It has a Denso sticker on it and it’s also cast into the body of the >

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Thanks! - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Oct 4, 2017 at 10:51 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Here’s a 5% discount code from Rock Auto: > > 6761959333575605 > > -D > > > On Oct 4, 2017, at 10:39 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

It has a Denso sticker on it and it’s also cast into the body of the compressor. I ordered a Four Seasons “kit” with a new compressor, receiver/dryer and expansion valve. -D > On Oct 4, 2017, at 10:48 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > So you are

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Here’s a 5% discount code from Rock Auto: 6761959333575605 -D > On Oct 4, 2017, at 10:39 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Thanks guys, I may just order that. I'm going to try to refill my old > clutch first. > > - > Max > Charleston SC > > On

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

So you are certain you ordered 4 seasons and got a real denso compressor? Can you confirm it has the denso sticker on the side? You should be able to see it on the drivers side. I did not order the 4 seasons kit like you did, I ordered the denso compressor and the expansion valve and drier

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Here is the procedure in a PP post: http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/195595-refill-viscous-fan-clutch-pictures.html I used 10,000 cst silicone differential oil/fluid from a local hobby store that specializes in radio control cars and trucks. I think I paid around $8.00 for

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Thanks guys, I may just order that. I'm going to try to refill my old clutch first. - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Oct 4, 2017 at 10:35 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It was a Denso. And really, for something like this where the alternative > is stupid

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

It was a Denso. And really, for something like this where the alternative is stupid expensive, does it matter as long as it’s not URO? Four Seasons seems to have a good reputation. And Rock Auto won’t be able to tell you, I’ll bet. Their warehouses are remote from the HQ in Madison, WI. -D

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

4 seasons usually repackages a lot of other oem parts. For example when I did ac on a car I ordered 4 seasons and in the box was whatever the oe brand is for the expansion valve. I think poos said he ordered a 4 seasons compressor and it was a denso, but I am not sure if he is really sure on

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

RockAuto 4-Seasons fan clutch is $135 for my wagon, and when I look at the picture, it says "Behr". I wonder what I would get? Should I call them and ask if they can confirm it is Behr in a 4-seasons box? - Max Charleston SC On Tue, Oct 3, 2017 at 5:35 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Most expensive fan clutch on Rock Auto for my 350SDL with an M603 is $110 by Four Seasons. They have them as cheap as $43 from other suppliers. I”ll dig up the details on refilling them. If the bearing and other bits are good and it’s not working, the oil has most likely leaked out. I think

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

No, I haven't had time to shop around yet. That price is the MB dealer in Alpharetta GA online store, which usually has decent prices. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On October 3, 2017 5:03:37 PM EDT, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: >Tried crockauto?

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Tried crockauto? I got a closeout there for something like $20. Not much more than a year ago... Meade Dillon via Mercedes October 3, 2017 at 2:01 PM Wow, that price is HUGE! I thought I remembered Marshall or maybe someone else saying that the OM606 clutch

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

I think I'll do that. I swapped out the old clutch and fan from Wilton's 300D, but after a couple days of use the bearings are out and it has too much play at the blade tips. What viscosity of oil did you use? Method? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On October 3, 2017 3:13:01

Re: [MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Why not just refill it? I've done this on several fluid fan clutches with success. Cost me under $10.00 for the oil, and I've had enough to do two of them with plenty left over. -D > On Oct 3, 2017, at 3:01 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Wow, that price is

[MBZ] OM603 cooling fan clutch $300!!!

Wow, that price is HUGE! I thought I remembered Marshall or maybe someone else saying that the OM606 clutch and plastic fan blades could be retrofitted to the OM603, at a far lower cost, but that is no longer true. The OM606 turbo cooling fan clutch is also over $300. - Max