Re: [diesel_mercedes] rear suspension rebuild w126.

 

don't use any aftermarket junk on this repair if you plan to keep the car for a long time...

 
Tom Hanson
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From: ajrnemt <ajrn@hotmail.com>
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, October 31, 2012 3:56 AM
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] rear suspension rebuild w126.
 
My 84 SD's tail is draggin' REALLY..

I'd considered shoving spring helpers into it for the winter-- and may have to do so, as a cost thing.

The newly created 2" receiver hitch drags as I get into and out of my drive. (lots of stuff hits-- no surprise).

--but it's really too low to hook anything to, or put in the receiver.

I have a "bike carrier" that goes in my receiver.. Looks like I'm going to drag my bikes, if I leave them there.

So-- the rear springs and shocks will be replaced..

I understand dropping the differential makes it easier.

SO

I'm going to replace the diff carrier, flex discs, rear brake hoses....

What else needs to go, while I have this apart??

Anyone have a lead on new rear springs???

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Brake Pad question

 

I found them on EBAY.I have a w126,and a w140.Both show no wear to rotors.Still alittle blackness on wheels but not as fast as stock pads.

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Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Brake Pad question
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Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2012, 6:44 AM

 
Where do you get them? And is there a noticeable difference in rotor wear on a 123?

Jim

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> I can't remember...which material brake pads to install to keep bundt wheels from getting filthy? And what is the drawback to using them?
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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Brake Pad question

 

Where do you get them? And is there a noticeable difference in rotor wear on a 123?

Jim

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RE: [diesel_mercedes] rear suspension rebuild w126.

 

If you can’t find replacement springs can’t be found, the can be made up new. Bill in Oregon

 

From: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com [mailto:diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of ajrnemt
Sent: Wednesday, October 31, 2012 3:57 AM
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] rear suspension rebuild w126.

 

My 84 SD's tail is draggin' REALLY.

I'd considered shoving spring helpers into it for the winter-- and may have to do so, as a cost thing.

The newly created 2" receiver hitch drags as I get into and out of my drive. (lots of stuff hits-- no surprise).

--but it's really too low to hook anything to, or put in the receiver.

I have a "bike carrier" that goes in my receiver.. Looks like I'm going to drag my bikes, if I leave them there.

So-- the rear springs and shocks will be replaced..

I understand dropping the differential makes it easier.

SO

I'm going to replace the diff carrier, flex discs, rear brake hoses....

What else needs to go, while I have this apart??

Anyone have a lead on new rear springs???

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Brake Pad question

 


I use ceramic
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Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Brake Pad question
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2012, 6:15 AM

 
I can't remember...which material brake pads to install to keep bundt wheels from getting filthy? And what is the drawback to using them?

Thanks,

Jim

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] rear suspension rebuild w126.

 

I fixed my rear by using spring spreaders.Then jacking body up and a wegde under the differential


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From: ajrnemt <ajrn@hotmail.com>
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] rear suspension rebuild w126.
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wednesday, October 31, 2012, 5:56 AM

 
My 84 SD's tail is draggin' REALLY..

I'd considered shoving spring helpers into it for the winter-- and may have to do so, as a cost thing.

The newly created 2" receiver hitch drags as I get into and out of my drive. (lots of stuff hits-- no surprise).

--but it's really too low to hook anything to, or put in the receiver.

I have a "bike carrier" that goes in my receiver.. Looks like I'm going to drag my bikes, if I leave them there.

So-- the rear springs and shocks will be replaced..

I understand dropping the differential makes it easier.

SO

I'm going to replace the diff carrier, flex discs, rear brake hoses....

What else needs to go, while I have this apart??

Anyone have a lead on new rear springs???

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[diesel_mercedes] Brake Pad question

 

I can't remember...which material brake pads to install to keep bundt wheels from getting filthy? And what is the drawback to using them?

Thanks,

Jim

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[diesel_mercedes] rear suspension rebuild w126.

 

My 84 SD's tail is draggin' REALLY..

I'd considered shoving spring helpers into it for the winter-- and may have to do so, as a cost thing.

The newly created 2" receiver hitch drags as I get into and out of my drive. (lots of stuff hits-- no surprise).

--but it's really too low to hook anything to, or put in the receiver.

I have a "bike carrier" that goes in my receiver.. Looks like I'm going to drag my bikes, if I leave them there.

So-- the rear springs and shocks will be replaced..

I understand dropping the differential makes it easier.

SO

I'm going to replace the diff carrier, flex discs, rear brake hoses....

What else needs to go, while I have this apart??

Anyone have a lead on new rear springs???

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] 190D won't go into first gear

 

Sounds like it's time for a set of shift bushings and some adjusting.

 
Tom Hanson
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From: "corvallis@peoplepc.com" <corvallis@peoplepc.com>
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sunday, October 28, 2012 3:59 PM
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] 190D won't go into first gear
 
I have a 1961 190Db that gets used about every five years.
Tired to move it about six months ago and it won't go into first gear; has three on the tree.
It'll go into second, third and reverse, with or without the clutch being pushed; won't go into first.
I jacked one rear wheel off the ground; won't go into first, with or without the clutch being depressed.
Other gears do connect the rear wheel to the motor. I can see the whole linkage that is outside the transmission and it is trying.
Any ideas?  Bill in Oregon

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RE: [diesel_mercedes] Re: 190D won't go into first gear

 

Well, that was it. Thought I had a 3-on-the tree (Chevy ?) and I have 4. Seems to go into all four gears plus reverse. I have a short front brake pipe coming, then I’ll take it around the block. Again, thanks. Bill in Oregon

 

From: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com [mailto:diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Chip
Sent: Monday, October 29, 2012 5:07 AM
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: 190D won't go into first gear

 

Bill,

It's been a long time, but there is no way the 190Db has three on the tree. What you have is four on the tree + reverse. First is up toward you, second down, third up and away and fourth down and away.

Hope this helps.

Chip (who wishes he had a four speed manual) Houston

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RE: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Re : Bendix vs ATE rear calipers 82 240D

 

Yes on DOT3.  Bill in Oregon

 

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Sent: Monday, October 29, 2012 6:29 AM
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Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Re : Bendix vs ATE rear calipers 82 240D

 

No way, I'm too lazy for that. I just opened the valves on the new calipers and let them gravity feed til they dripped about a pint of fluid total, closed them, pumped the brakes, topped it off and gravity bled them one more time just enough to get a solid drip going. Probably ended up being a flush of the rear brakes. DOT 3 is good enough isn't it?

Jim
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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Re : Bendix vs ATE rear calipers 82 240D

 

I just unhook the brake hose and let the fluid drip while I do the job, keep it topped up in the front so it doesn't gulp an air bubble. Probably the same as a flush, or close enough...

Jim

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Re : Bendix vs ATE rear calipers 82 240D

 

No way, I'm too lazy for that. I just opened the valves on the new calipers and let them gravity feed til they dripped about a pint of fluid total, closed them, pumped the brakes, topped it off and gravity bled them one more time just enough to get a solid drip going. Probably ended up being a flush of the rear brakes. DOT 3 is good enough isn't it?

Jim

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