Brian,
Thanks so much for this help. I'll do just that.
Chip
--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...> wrote:
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> Give Ben a call
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> > Ben Pender
> > Klassic Autos
> > Vintage European Auto service, repair, and parts
> > Madison, AL
> > 256-489-9560
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> brian from laverne, ca
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> Mary (190K)Â Martha (235K)
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> 1983 w123 300d's
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> ________________________________
> From: Chip <czulli@...>
> To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Saturday, December 17, 2011 4:13 PM
> Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Emergency Breakdown Help
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> Guys,
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> I am broke down in Montgomery Alabama on the way back to NC for Christmas. The 82 300 cd turbo is throwing oil all over the engine somewhere from the front on the motor. The oil seems to be worse on the drivers side but it is wet with oil on both sides of the motor from the front back.
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> I have driven it about 200 miles after finding the motor and undercarrage wet with oil. It threw out about two quarts in the 200 miles.
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> I had been driving it pretty hard through Texas down to New Orleans, 80+ most of the way. The car still runs fine, oil pressure is good, only a oil leak.
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> I have stopped for the night, or more in Montgomery, Al.
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> Where do I start searching for this leak? It could certainly be the front seal, but I would not think it would throw that kind of oil out. In the morning I'll try and dry it off and let it run to see if I can find something, but some good guesses from you guys would sure be helpful about now.
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> Dare I continue on my journey using more oil than fuel?
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> Chip
> Montgomery, Al.
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> If anyone on the board knows a good MB diesel mechanic in this area that would be a welcome reference too.
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