ld that pressure, or leak
down slowly. If you can't pump it above zero psi with a MItyVac, or it
leaks down very quickly, you need a new shaft seal (as shown in the
photos at the link above). Jim Friesen sells the seals for about $10
if you need one. This only affects part-throttle power, thou
Hey Kaleb,
Try this stuff:
http://www.autocool-refrigerants.com/envirosafe_tech.htm
:)
-dm
> --
> Date: Wed, 12 Apr 2006 21:23:13 -0500
> From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: [MBZ] R12 replacement
>
>
> Ok, so whats the best alternative to R12 r
very nice car but not for the faint of wallet.
:)
-Dave M.
> --
> Date: Thu, 13 Apr 2006 20:02:53 -0400
> From: "Sunil Hari" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Nice 95 S350D
>
>
> But the 350SDLs are fine after they have a
I spotted this on Cars.com and inquired about the VIN, so I could see
what options it has. I'm looking for ASD and heated seats, of which
this car has neither. It's green with cream Tex interior. Sounds very
nice, if it had the options I wanted I'd be all over it. Thought I'd
pass it along in case
>
<http://www.w124performance.com/images/OM603_exhaust/thermo-tec4.jpg>
Here's a photo of Casey's new housing:
<http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/MB%20Repairs/H2O-pump%20housing-front.jpg>
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 95kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 263kmi (Sportline)
> --
Same here. Lots of T&S on the shelf but it's all the new 5W-30 crap.
The 5W-40 (aka "Turbo Diesel Truck") is still nowhere to be found.
:-(
-dm
> --
> Date: Tue, 18 Apr 2006 01:03:12 -0400
> From: Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 sighting
Airbags up to 1991 are supposed to be replaced when they are 15 years
old, but I've not yet heard of "old" bags not firing. Airbags from
1992 up are designed to last the lifetime of the car - there's a TSB
that says so, I have the PDF at home, don't think I've uploaded it to
my website yet. Good ex
I uploaded the airbag TSB to my website. It's a 7kb PDF file:
http://www.w124performance.com/docs/mb/other/airbag_service_life.pdf
It's short but worth reading if you own a Mercedes with an airbag.
It's dated September 2002 so it's pretty recent inform
Harbor Freight has similar pliers for $9.99:
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=93038
They also have small hose pinching tools, which is what I have.
Mercedes sells an official tool (shown in the factory service manual)
but those aren't cheap. I got basically the same
The 4Matic is like the 3.5L diesel. Only the originals from the
factory were grenades with the pin pulled. The replacements should be
fine. Pretty likely that by 200k, the original is long gone, and the
replacement should be ok.
I've always wanted a 4Matic for winter use, but I really dislike the
700
> From: "Alex Chamberlain" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Move fast!
>
> > On 4/19/06, Dave M. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> >
> > I've always wanted a 4Matic for winter use, but I really dislike the
> > M103 engine. (Just
pump going
out (again!). Does anyone know enough about these systems to say if
that's a true statement? Anyone have troubleshooting info on these
things? Sure is a nice car when everything works right...!
:-)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 95kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 263kmi (Sportline)
it should. Rumor is, that's a sign of the pump going
> out (again!). Does anyone know enough about these systems to say if
> that's a true statement? Anyone have troubleshooting info on these
> things? Sure is a nice car when everything works right...!
>
> :-)
>
>
> --
> Dave M.
> Boise, ID
> 1994 E500 - 95kmi (Q-ship)
> 1987 300D - 263kmi (Sportline)
EOUS 6.9 went for less than I expected... $17k:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4631187834
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 95kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 263kmi (Sportline)
an S-class diesel!)
Yes, I'm biased, I own both a 124 diesel and an E500. I'd avoid any
car with the M103 engine unless he doesn't mind being a little short
on low-end torque. The M104, M119, and diesels are all generally ok in
my book.
;-)
-Dave M.
> ---
FYI - contact Aaron directly at the email address below if you're interested.
:-)
-dm
> On 4/24/06, Aaron Lam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Hey all,
>
> I'm selling my front and rear Sportline swaybars since I've decided
> to go with a Limo bar up front and an H&R in the rear. $200 OBO,
> strongl
They will reduce body roll. I had that setup on both my W124 diesels.
:)
-dm
> --
> Date: Mon, 24 Apr 2006 21:57:39 -0400
> From: "Sunil Hari" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] W124 Sportline swaybars for sale
>
>
> what do sportline swaybars do to the handling
Pretty sure the article I just read on the new GL class (yeesh, like
we really NEEDED yet another chassis class?) is that MB will be
offering a CDI engine of some sort later this year or in 2007.
I'm still waiting for the twin-turbo CDI V8 in a W211 to come stateside.
:)
-dm
> -
ck that in, for 20% increase in fuel economy. I
smell a rat... a friend wants to buy one and I'd like to have facts to
use before I talk him out of it, lol!
=)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 95kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 263kmi (Sportline)
a
clean example for sale on this side of the pond. They're very rare in
the USA, I think just a handful came over, imported by diplomats or
executives. Pretty sure it was badged the "S300", not to be confused
with the rodbending 300SD,
Clay, if you check it out, let me know what model it is... I might be
interested if it's a 300E, or 300SDL...
=)
+dm
> --
> Date: Wed, 26 Apr 2006 02:01:44 -0400
> From: "Ed Booher" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Free 86 Benz
>
>
> If it is truly free, as in
nance. I'm sticking with the W124 for many years to come, thank
you berry much.
=)
-Dave M.
> --
> Date: Wed, 26 Apr 2006 10:26:52 -0400
> From: "dave walton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] D
Larry,
Short answer - the note on the other forum was wrong. With a bent-rod
3.5L engine, you have basically 2 viable options:
1) Replace the engine with a factory 3.5L crate motor (long or short block)
2) Replace the engine with a 3.0L from a 1986/87 300D/TD/SDL.
If the 3.5L engine still has
-0400
> From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Saving a W140 Rodbender
>
>
> Thanks again to the replies - there certainly seems to be some differences
> of opinions - but the people on this forum seems to be in agreement.
>
> Dave M wrote:<>.
>
> Thi
Spec is 0.75-0.85 bar, I believe (10-12psi).
On my 1984 300D, there was no increase in power beyond 10psi... same
power with 10psi as there was with 17psi. You need more fuel to make
more power. But, if you are under 10psi, either the wastegate is
opening too soon, or the IP is way low on fuel del
aight upward. No prying of any kind is required.
Prying will break irreplaceable plastic tabs.
=)
-Dave M.
> --
> Date: Wed, 26 Apr 2006 19:57:14 -0400
> From: "wilton strickland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: [MBZ] 124 broken window
>
>
Kevin,
It sounds like you are trying to mount the clutch to the water pump,
then attach the fan blade separately? That would be awfully hard, if
not impossible. The blade and clutch should stay attached. You install
the water pump by itself, then drop the clutch+fan down the front and
bolt it on w
Chuck,
There are different Sportline sway bars for the W201 chassis,
including a sort of "stage 2" setup from the factory Evo II model
(201.036). However, I recall someone saying that the 124 front bar can
be made to fit a 201 if you cut an inch off each end, *and* flip the
mounting brackets on th
optimistic for the indicated RPM... should be 149mph at
5500rpm, not 160 (at least with stock gearing).
:)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 95kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 263kmi (Sportline)
On 4/28/06, Darrell W. Sigmon <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
TAKE A LOOK SEE AT THIS 500E !
I am almost certain that on the 124, you don't need to worry about
SLS, other than stretching the U-clamp or something. Should definitely
be doable. I never checked the Euro EPC to see if MB sells a larger
clamp for Sportline models with SLS. (Hmmm, might even be some USA
models with that too.) I'
Sunil,
The front bar is pretty easy... about an hour if you are mechanically
inclined. The rear bar is much more work, took me about 4 hours the
first time I did it, but with practice I can now do it in less than 1
hour. The procedure for the rear bar is on my website. No procedure
needed for the
om/images/OM603.970_crate_engine/
Dave's site is up & running but the domain name has changed. The engine
price PDF at this link, but I haven't updated the prices in a while...
you'll need to call Rusty for current numbers:
http://www.w124performance.com/docs/mb/OM60X/OM603_rebui
nd
they always look at me like I'm nuts for wanting a weight on the
outside, but it's been the only way I can get a smooth ride. The MB
2-piece weights are sweet, they don't damage the wheel.
=)
-Dave M.
--
>Date: Tue, 6 Sep 2005 12:00:54 -0400
>Fr
f-dozen extra
updated items, hence the higher cost.)
BTW - this is on my 87 300D. The updated sunroofs started, I think, in
late 1987 model year. Hmm... maybe I could rape the sunroof mechanism
from my parts car! Anyone attemped a DIY repair on these and lived to
tell the story?
:-(
--
Dave
Hi Peter,
Thanks for the info. My sunroof is in the closed position at the
moment. Am I going to have a hassle getting the liner out? And do you
mean the small liner on the sunroof itself, or the big interior
headliner inside the car?
On a side note, I was able to get the sunroof closed, which is
Hi Peter,
That's strange, because a bad EGR valve or lifters should not cause
serious idle problems. But, as long as teh indy has it 90% fixed, I
wouldn't argue too much. ;) If the engine is carboned up, fuel
additives will NOT clean it out - but they will clean the injection
system. As someone el
Russ,
We need more info... there are approximatley a jillion control boxes
on that car. Which one did the dealer quote $7k for? I'm suspecting
the LH module (fuel computer), EZL (ignition module), or TBA (throttle
body actuator... none of which should be more than, oh, $2-$4k. If you
can get more
gt; rat) chewed wires enough to toast the electronics in it.
>
> On 9-Sep-05, at 7:31 PM, Dave M. wrote:
>
> > Russ,
> >
> > We need more info... there are approximatley a jillion control boxes
> > on that car. Which one did the dealer quote $7k for? I'm suspec
Yes, lots of them, but none imported to the USA. My 1987 300D
(124.133) was available in Europe with 4Matic (AWD) as a 124.333,
ditto the wagon version (124.393) and a bunch of other combinations of
engines too. Such a shame we never got those. Nearly impossible to
import to the USA unless you have
but aren't the OE harnesses made of the same
> wonderful materials?
>
>
> Craig
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
Drat, I was hoping nobody had noticed. I emailed and asked if it's
driveable, no reply yet. If it won't shift into top gear then I can't
get it... would need to drive 500 miles home. I wonder if I could
modify the diesel tranny to fit, since I have a spare... all the valve
body settings would be di
on unit is different
> for the gasser and diesel engines?
>
> On 9/13/05, Dave M. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > Drat, I was hoping nobody had noticed. I emailed and asked if it's
> > driveable, no reply yet. If it won't shift into top gear then I can't
&
e?' me: 'Uh, if
you mean the blue Mercedes, why yes it is...'
:-)
-Dave M.
> --
> Date: Tue, 13 Sep 2005 19:15:16 -0400
> From: Peter Arnold <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: [MBZ] Paint Codes
>
> My 1987 300SDL is in my eyes a dee
Hmmm, the EPC won't pull a datacard for that VIN. Is there a trick to
getting datacard for older VIN's without the 'WDB-' prefix? I've never
needed to look up an older one. It did figure out the chassis & model
but no datacard... that option is grayed out in the menu.
:(
-dm
> -Original Mess
Russ,
That would be the E-GAS module (electronic accelerator (EA) control -
NOT the fuel injection LH module, not the ASR module, and not the
Basic module). Bummer part is that a quick search doesn't show one
available used. That doesn't mean there isn't one available, just that
it might be hard t
That's not a W115, it's a W100... a 100.012 to be specific. One of the
most expensive cars on the planet to own. If you aren't used to
spending whatever you like and having accountants figure out your
finances, run away.
For those that missed the original link: http://tinyurl.com/9soct
Example:
hed to
> the cylinder head when it's being removed?
>
> PS: If anyone's in the SF Bay Area and can possibly lend a hand
> tomorrow morning, shoot me an email off list...
>
> Thanks in advance for any assistance,
>
> Aaron
>
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
Dunno how easy those will be to locate used. Part number is
124-869-09-20, Rusty should be able to get you a shiny new one for
about $70. You might find a salvage yard with a good one for maybe
half that...?
=)
-dm
> --
> Date: Mon, 19 Sep 2005 08:44:59 -0500
> From:
he airbag wire.
The explosive charge in the airbag is roughy equivalent (IIRC) to a
shotgun blast - not something you want to mess around with. The above
applies to the 124 chassis but I believe the 201 and 126 have the red
connector in the same place. I'm sure Marshall will correct me if
you receive and inspect the car. I
prefer that our deal to be supervised by Craigslist.
I will wait for your email to let me know if you are interested in
knowing more details
about the purchase.
Regards,
Mick,
==
"Dave M." <[EMAIL PR
Coherent? How about *any* policy? Shoot, in California they give
illegal immigrants driver's licenses. (Note the 'illegal' part of that
statement.) I wonder if diesel Benz repair would be considered a skill
they need in NZ... it's starting to look better down there as things
get more crowded up her
It's got full coverage of the W124 & W201, I think full coverage of
the 126 (except 617 engine - not sure about 117), and most everything
newer. Nothing on the 123, 115/116, or older. For the 124/201 etc, the
main difference between it and the CD-ROM's is tranny repair
information, and some assorte
Thought someone might need this... current bid $199:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4576532589
:)
-Dave M.
Good question. I'm not sure. The 124/201 use small plates, the 126
uses small front & large rear... not sure about other chassis. If you
can get the part numbers from the seller I can decipher those into
"large" or "small".
=)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi
o). Not sure if you have
the trap removed? Here's a photo:
http://www.w124performance.com/images/OM603_exhaust/trap_oxidizer.jpg
5) Finally, check the car 0-60 with a stopwatch... factory spec is
about 13 seconds, if you are slower than 15 seconds something is
definitely wrong.
:-)
Best re
OMG, those are HILARIOUS! Thanks for sharing. The movies (QuickTime
format) played fine on my system.
=)
-dm
> --
> Date: Thu, 22 Sep 2005 20:39:26 -0700
> From: redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: [MBZ] LA needs some help
>
It's a scam... photos are real, but from the Congo two years ago, not N'awlins:
http://www.snopes.com/katrina/photos/crocodile.asp
Also, the crocigator is about half the size the email below claims.
Always somone trying to create a ruckus by creating these fish
stories. I got it via email from so
ght usage, i.e. extended Kansas freeway trips.) The
dino oil doesn't handle the heat as well. Synthetic really works great
for all turbo applications. Get the Mobil-1 5W-40 Truck & SUV formula
(aka Delvac-1).
:-)
Best regards,
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 95kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 259kmi (
Car? There was a car?
-dm
> --
> Date: Fri, 23 Sep 2005 22:12:51 -0400
> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Harry )
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] oh boy, read the auction questions
>
> Its shameful to admit this, but I can relate to those questions.
> yep the car is nice too
>
Under full load, they may indeed get red hot. Under normal driving, no
way. Under normal driving conditions my EGT's are usually 400-600F
cruising at legal speeds. I think at a steady 90mph it's more like
800F. Extended full throttle (more than 10-15 seconds) can push things
to 1200-1400F, beyond t
... gotta get that intercooler
installed, Casey-style...
:-)
Best regards,
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 95kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 259kmi (Sportline)
> --
>From: Ed Booher <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: [MBZ] Auto tranny 240Ds are slow!
>
&
son, replace the old green pressure switch
with the new red style, and consider a new hi/lo pressure safety
switch as well (mine failed on the 300E).
:-)
Best regards,
Dave M.
Boise, ID
> --
> Date: Mon, 26 Sep 2005 16:25:51 -0700 (PDT)
> From: Christopher Mc
7;s even a factory service bulletin that indicates temps over
110°C are abnormal unless operating conditions are extreme.
:-)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
> --
> Date: Mon, 26 Sep 2005 17:47:59 -0700
> From
My opinion is that the number is more like 20-40%. And I firmly
believe there are a LOT of them running around with the high cold
pressure symptom that nobody thinks is a big deal - toss those in and
I bet we're over 50% easily. They can go tens of thousands of miles
like that before it gets worse.
like $225 for Zebrano or $300 for Walnut... dunno how much
refinishing would cost.
3) You can refinish it yourself if you have the time and patience.
There's a website that shows how to do it, but it's a lot of work, an
messy.
:-)
Best regards,
Dave M.
Boise, ID
> ---
p it topped off.
:-)
Best regards,
Dave M.
Boise, ID
> --
> Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2005 09:20:16 -0400
> From: "BillR" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 4, Issue 207
>
> At the risk of starting another issue discuss
Chris,
I think Marshall's comments are long gone. Richard didn't read my
warning and replaced the old page with just my notes, not Marshalls.
And he had no backup to pull from. So unless they're saved on
someone's personal drive, or Marshall can add to it from memory,
they're gone. That was about
> are the consequences of that?
>
> Also, what is "high cold pressure" - oil pressure?
> coolant pressure? How do you know/test for?
>
> Chris
>
>
> --- "Dave M." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> > My opinion is that the number is more like 20-40%
; Thank Sherman for the wayback machine...
> http://web.archive.org/web/20040414225233/http://buying.articles.mbz.org/checklists/124/
>
> Rick Knoble
> 1985 300 CD
>
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
eeding the engine oil it
doesn't need or want. By the time it's at Min, then you add a quart,
which will take it back to the middle.
:-)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
=
On 9/27/05, dave walton <[EMAIL PRO
The MPG vs. MPH curve varies a lot by model. The non-turbo cars with
low (high numerical) gears will probably get best MPG in the 50-65mph
range, I'd guess. Turbo cars will bump that up a tad, partially
because they usually have taller (lower numerical) gears. However all
the OM61x engines, of any
I don't have a problem with this unless you are poking along a freeway
onramp. The onramp near me feeds into an interstate with a 75mph speed
limit. If you're saving fuel with a light foot, and are only up to
45mph by the time you reach the freeway, and I'm stuck behind you
forced to merge into 80m
I agree - the pressure symptom is NOT conclusive that the head is
cracked. But IMO it creates a strong possibility. Marshall's two
190D's are about the only ones I know of that had this with no
apparent ill effects, but remember neither of them were OM603's.
I know that my car would usually have s
our license will be suspended for 5 years.
>
> 9. In instances where traffic slows to 10mph, all shoulders shall become
> lanes.
>
> 10. Cell phones aren't allowed.
>
> 11. People with headset DVD playing while no one is watching them will be
> shot on the spot by the CHP
>
nd! Would be nice to replace my aging VW Dasher (which gets 40-45mpg
but is dangerously slow with only 48hp when new, and about 40hp
as-is...)
Good point about the torque converter factor, btw... I forgot about that.
:)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
It will work fine as an errand vehicle (with the trap removed). Just
make sure it gets a good Italian tuneup at least once every few
tankfuls to clear out the carbon that WILL accumulate from periods of
light throttle and/or stop & go.
:)
-dm
> --
> Date: Tue, 27 Sep
My 617 also likes to keep some pressure in the system when cold, but
it's not the 15-20psi that I observed with the 603 cracked heads. I
wouldn't worry about it on a 61x engine, or even 601/602, unless there
are other symptoms. On a 603 however I'd be monitoring the situation
very closely.
Some of
icles/124.1x3_buying_tips.txt
:-)
Dave M
Boise, ID
> --
> Date: Tue, 27 Sep 2005 11:35:46 -0700 (PDT)
> From: David Goldsmith <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: [MBZ] Approx. 35mpg from an '87 Mercedes 300D TURBO Diesel
>
> Hi, folks. This is in reference t
uld be
in the 85-95C range and should not go over 100C unless it's *hot* out,
or you're doing a top-speed run. Temps over 110C almost always
indicate a cooling system problem that needs attention (which could be
a simple as dirt & bugs in the condenser fins.)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
199
wouldn't surprise me if the aftermarket blade
has the connection point in a different spot than OE, causing a
similar problem to the front. If so, the solution is the same. If you
buy from Rusty, make sure you specify that you want OE parts, not
aftermarket.
:-)
-dave m.
> -
Say what? I'm with Kleb, as they age, the IP's are almost always low
on fuel delivery, especially off idle - necessitating the ALDA
adjustment (richer). Almost all older, unmolested MB turbo diesels are
dogs (low fuel delivery) that wake up dramatically with a little
tweaking. I never hear of old d
t. (?) Not lkely that you suddenly have no pressure, but
it's not impossible either... (!)
:-)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
> --
> Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2005 07:56:29 -0400
> From: "Kevin J. Slater&q
n't leak anywhere, which (IMO) is
amazing....
:-)
Best regards,
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
CCW).
Most of the normal-shifting 603's I've played with are set to about
80% of full firm, based on the slotted holes used for adjustment.
:-)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
On 9/29/05, Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
Interesting, Jim... the new modulator (on the tranny) cured the
problem though? Any way to test this sucker other than just replacing
it?
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
On 9/29/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
>
&g
ROTFL! Ummm, I think I'd prefer another solution in this case.
:-)
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
--
> On 9/29/05, Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> I think there was some kind of
easily seen from below. Ain't these newfangled cars sumtin'?
:)
-Dave M.
> --
> Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2005 08:45:47 -0400
> From: "Kevin J. Slater" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] zero oil pressure this am..
>
> right, but
I've got a mint, brand-new brochure specific to this model (the
190E-16, W201.034) for sale if anyone wants it. I've been meaning to
post it on eBay with a pile of other stuff but haven't gotten around
to it. Anyway, some comments on the post below:
1) They all had SLS. There were two additional m
The 1987 190D-T has standard ABS brakes. Just pressure bleed as
normal. The only special procedures are for cars with ASR (electronic
traction control), which was only offered on gas engines from the
early 90's and up.
:)
-dm
> --
> Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2005 10:29:02 -04
Hi Chris,
1) I'd check it both ways - cold and hot. Either way, you don't need
to add oil until it reaches the MIN mark, or unless your level light
is coming on too early (pessimistic) and you want it to stay off. The
factory procedure is here - note the important part is to slowly
insert the clea
You might have a slightly different opinion if YOU were trapped in a
car that was on fire, slowly burning to death, while the fire truck
was stuck behind people blocking the shoulder and unable to move. But
hey, if that's your idea of fun, I don't think many people on this
list would try to talk yo
Only gas cars have ASR electronic traction control.
Only diesel cars have ASD mechanical traction control. This has a
limited-slip (20-40%) diff all the time, and when slip is detected,
the diff is hydraulically coupled to 100% locking.
I plan to install a limited-slip diff in my 1987 300D this w
the box though.
>
>
> On 9/29/05, Dave M. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> >
> > You might have a slightly different opinion if YOU were trapped in a
> > car that was on fire, slowly burning to death, while the fire truck
> > was stuck behind people blocking t
I agree with Marshall. Anyone who thinks the fan is redundant at
freeway speeds, please remove your fan and go for a drive on the
freeway. Be prepared to either re-install the fan on the side of the
freeway (I can hear Gabe firing up the flame-o-gram already), or call
AAA to tow your car with the b
Ken, I think he *likes* his head up there. Either that, or it's the
reason why he's always so snappish, lol... I wouldn't be in a very
good mood either if my head were in that environment 24x7...
:-)
-dm
> --
> Date: Thu, 29 Sep 2005 19:04:37 EDT
> From: [EMAIL PROTEC
e, i would
> spend on average around 3 hours a day sitting in traffic. My 2 years of
> college I went to Cal State Long Beach and lived in Riverside
> California...that 45 min really drove me insane...
>
>
> On 9/29/05, Dave M. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> >
> &
r getting out of it, the locals
look at me funny and comment "You're not from around here, are you."
That, my friend, is priceless.
-dm
==
On 9/29/05, Gabriel S. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> O...but if you want to make serious money this is the place
ft of that hamster wheel you're locked inside.
:p
On 9/29/05, Gabriel S. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Dave Dave Dave...thats what all people who didin't make it here say.
>
>
>
> On 9/29/05, Dave M. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > Nope. Not after you
is. This is possible on any diesel 124 for under
> > $500 (approx) with used parts.
> >
> > :)
> >
> > -dm
> >
>
> --
> OK Don, KD5NRO
> Norman, OK
> '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC
> The FSM created the Diesel Benz
> http://www.venganza.org/
>
--
Dave M.
Boise, ID
1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship)
1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
Some of the time, using Mobil-1 can quiet a noisy lifter on an OM60x
engine. It can happen within a few hundred miles, or take thousands.
If it doesn't go away within say 10kmi and a couple of M-1 oil
changes, you have a bad lifter or two. They're a mild PITA to replace,
and cost roughly $30 each.
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