Diesel RVs: Re: [diesel_mercedes] FINALLY got my 300D, now many questions

getting used to an NA MBZ auto trans diesel, if coming from the gasoline
market, takes some time. Not saying it's not "super slow" and unusual, but,
it really is different.
It should hold highway speeds on slight inclines....but, being NA, it will
be pretty under powered by comparison to gassers.

If you're gonna put a turbo in (300D turbo's are great), find a car with the
whole turbo engine stock, and maybe even the trans (can't remember if there
is a difference), and swap 'em.
It's not a super big job. But, you gotta have a place to do it and basic
tools and lifting abilities.

have you made sure, the parking brake, or other, is not dragging?

Henry

----- Original Message -----
From: "Trish Dougherty" <purrfectharmonyfarm@wifi45.com>
To: <diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2011 3:45 PM
Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] FINALLY got my 300D, now many questions

Thank you for the advice. I was told by someone else the same thing
regarding the shuddering. Once it cools off outside...and football is over,
[?] we'll go out and check the fluid level.

I figured that trying to turbo this one was a bad idea. I'll keep my eyes
open for a turbo, it'll come along. I like this car, just getting used to
it.

Hmmm on the idle switch. Will check that out too. I just got the car on
Monday, haven't had time to "play" with it yet.

It's not that I'm trying to get anywhere fast, but I have to keep my foot in
it just to get up speed and the second I let off, I'm slow as "molasses in
January". Uphill, curves, slow, down hill, flat, cruises right along.

Trish

On Sun, Sep 25, 2011 at 1:11 PM, ygmir111 <ygmir111@att.net> wrote:

> **
>
>
> the "idle switch" is merely to increase the throttle slightly, for better
> cold idle and faster warm up.
> usually unnecessary in warm weather *if your car is running right*
>
> reverse shuddering can be low trans fluid, or, another issue. I'd not
> think
>
> it due to idle speed. but.....
>
> depending on what you're used to driving, yeah, you may well have to
> "floor
>
> it" to get anywhere, if you're used to faster acceleration. The NA 300's
> are
> good, but nowhere near a "speed demon", and, an auto trans will make it
> seem
> slower.
>
> yes, a turbo would be easy *relatively* Yes, it will honk up your car
> *engine* and no, it is not at all recommended to add a turbo to an engine
> that came NA. Nate is, again, correct!!!
>
> good luck
> Henry
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Nate Rector" <tccservice111@yahoo.com>
> To: <diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com>
> Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2011 10:55 AM
> Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] FINALLY got my 300D, now many questions
>
> One thing Don't use a LOVECRAP SYSTEM,to many diesels died.Want relieable
> conversion go to fattywagons.com .
>
> Adding a turbo to a NA engine won't last.Turboed engines have piston oil
> holes.
>
> From: patricia_dougherty <purrfectharmonyfarm@wifi45.com>
> To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2011 10:31 AM
> Subject: [diesel_mercedes] FINALLY got my 300D, now many questions
>
> I've wanted a MB since the mid '80's, been really researching for about
> 6yrs. Last Monday I FINALLY got my '81 300D. Wanted a turbo, but needed
> transportation and found this one owner with only 273,000 miles for under
> $2K!
>
> 1. The book says to turn the idle switch counter clock wise till it stops,
> wait for glow plug light to go out then start the car. When do I turn the
> idle switch back? Do I do that EVERY time I start the car?
>
> 2. When I put the car in reverse it shudders like crazy, why? Hubby thinks
> the idle needs to be turned up. He also thinks the idle switch isn't
> working
> right.
>
> 3. Does anyone have a diagram for wires? I have to order the Haynes book.
> There are wires under the hood that no one knows where they go
>
> 4. Anyone know anything about cruise control? Mine does not work.
>
> 5. I have to floor it to get anywhere, is that normal? Sure does put my
> foot to sleep to have to continually mash on the accelerator.
>
> 6. I was told I can convert this to a turbo and it's easy. Will it honk up
> my car? Should I do this or just keep looking for a factory turbo?
>
> 7. Want to convert this to a "grease car" using the Love Craft Bio Fuel
> conversion. Anyone familiar with that?
>
> Thanks for any answers.
>
> Trish
>
>
>