Re: [diesel_mercedes] Fuel Economy Check '84 Euro 300TD Auto

 

Sooo,

What does that figger to, MPG-wise?

Mark in Lakewood, CO
From: "Nate" <vwnate1@yahoo.com>
To: "diesel mercedes" <diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Friday, June 15, 2012 7:33:24 PM
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Fuel Economy Check '84 Euro 300TD Auto

 


This car has the desirable 'M' code injection pump and simply put , goes like a rocketship .

284 miles , mostly SWMBO driving around town , no AC used 'cause it's broken (again) .

-Nate

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Pick-A-Part Plan

 

Nate, could I pay you to acquire an electric window mechanism for my 300D? drivers door. Aint no parts hereabouts to be had. gladly pay all costs and your time.
Tony

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "Nate" <vwnate1@...> wrote:
>
>
> Tom is coming over to - morrow morning and after I get done vacuuming up rodent poop in my basement , off we'll go a hunting for misc. small bits for SWMBO's Euro TD ~ I get heat out of the dash vents even with the heater off so I'll grab a Monovalve or three , and maybe an auxiliary water pump , maybe I should just buy that new .
>
> The chin spoiler grilles are in a box in the back so I need to grab the special screw for them (O.K. , it's just a screw but I'm *very* picky about hardware , so sue me) , I got some Euro headlights for it and so I need to find the correct extra long headlight to body screws with attached washers before I can proceed installing them .
>
> Maybe some front seat belt receivers as these are not as smooth & easy to latch as all other Mercedes' I've ever touched . I can deal with it but she doesn't like it and worries about breaking a fingernail so I'll see what I can do .
>
> Maybe a driver's side inner door handle as that's wobbly too and when I open up the doors to rebuild the central locking I want to have all the parts I'll possibly need On Hand .
>
> So , this may be the only chance I get to wish all the Papas out there : HAPPY FATHER'S DAY ! .
>
> -Nate
>

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Going to the "red storyline"

 

You can always use extra fuel line.
 
brian from laverne, ca
Mary (195K)  Martha (280K)
1983 w123 300d's
From: n61cm <jim@tazwade.com>
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, June 15, 2012 7:15 PM
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Going to the "red storyline"

 
OK, so I had half a tank of diesel, and my primary fuel filter, you know the clear one, started sucking air, bubbling like co-cola. I swapped the filter out with a new one, still sucking air. I figured it was one of the hoses and/or clamps. Swapped them all out, still sucking air. Now I'm starting to wonder if the metal fuel line is cracked or something. No fuel spots on the ground, no drips, but maybe it's such a small crack or hole that it's sucking air but not dripping. Oh crap, that thing is $250 and a beeyatch to install. So I thought I'd try a temporary replacement. Bought 15 feet of 1/4" rubber hose, started in the engine compartment, zip tied it to the fuel lines, jacked up the car, zip tied it all the way to the back, cut it to length, set up a connector, got my clamps ready, put a big pan underneath the fuel tank, pulled the rubber fuel supply hose (the one on the bottom of the tank) off the metal line so I could quickly swap it to the new rubber hose, hoping not to spill too much diesel. Expected a flood...nothing. WTF? Damn tank was empty! Fuel gauge sender unit center rod got corroded and stuck the float at half-way. I should have known I couldn't have really gone 1400 miles on half a tank of diesel LOL. Anybody need 13 feet of 1/4" fuel line? I am such a moron...

Jim



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[diesel_mercedes] Discussion closed - Re: They LIED

 

Thanks Jim. I agree, the practical use of alternative fuels with diesel Mercedes autos is a welcome discussion here.

Philosophical/political arguments along the lines of "my fuel is better than yours", "fuel x is a government conspiracy", "fuel y kills puppies", etc. do not belong here. Heated opinions that don't have anything to do with diesel MB's.

I realize this isn't a black and white rule, so here are some guidelines. What follows isn't directed at you, Jim. It's for all group members.

DON'T POST
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- messages that include words like "lies", "liar", "evil", "conspiracy", "hate", "!!!!", "Area 51", etc.
- messages written in all-caps
- messages that include obscenities, personal attacks, or a disrespectful tone

DO POST
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- experiences using alternative fuels with your diesel MB
- recommendations about fuel-related products, vendors, projects you have tried
- questions about modifying your diesel to use alternative fuels
- where to buy/how to make alternative fuels

I set up this forum as a resource for learning more about these great cars. I like to think of it as a coffee shop where we can drop in and swap stories, questions, and some laughs. 99% of the time, that's what goes on here. Unfortunately, sometimes people get emotional about stuff. And every once in a while, a crazy hobo comes in and starts screaming at everyone. Both situations create more work for me. So this is all I ask of our members:

1. keep it friendly
2. don't be that crazy hobo

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and being part of the group. And I'm with you on the vacuum.

Taran

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "n61cm" <jim@...> wrote:
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> I think alternative fuels is a valid topic of discussion here. If it weren't for alternative fuels, I wouldn't even have my old MBeater. If someone would have told me 10 years ago that I'd own one of these, I'd have told them they were crazy. Then I found out what they'd run on, and how easy they were to work on, and how entertaining their engineering was, and I fell in love LOL. Except for the vacuum. The vacuum sucks.
>
> Jim
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Going to the "red storyline"

 

OK, so I had half a tank of diesel, and my primary fuel filter, you know the clear one, started sucking air, bubbling like co-cola. I swapped the filter out with a new one, still sucking air. I figured it was one of the hoses and/or clamps. Swapped them all out, still sucking air. Now I'm starting to wonder if the metal fuel line is cracked or something. No fuel spots on the ground, no drips, but maybe it's such a small crack or hole that it's sucking air but not dripping. Oh crap, that thing is $250 and a beeyatch to install. So I thought I'd try a temporary replacement. Bought 15 feet of 1/4" rubber hose, started in the engine compartment, zip tied it to the fuel lines, jacked up the car, zip tied it all the way to the back, cut it to length, set up a connector, got my clamps ready, put a big pan underneath the fuel tank, pulled the rubber fuel supply hose (the one on the bottom of the tank) off the metal line so I could quickly swap it to the new rubber hose, hoping not to spill too much diesel. Expected a flood...nothing. WTF? Damn tank was empty! Fuel gauge sender unit center rod got corroded and stuck the float at half-way. I should have known I couldn't have really gone 1400 miles on half a tank of diesel LOL. Anybody need 13 feet of 1/4" fuel line? I am such a moron...

Jim

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[diesel_mercedes] Discussion closed - Re: They LIED

 

I think alternative fuels is a valid topic of discussion here. If it weren't for alternative fuels, I wouldn't even have my old MBeater. If someone would have told me 10 years ago that I'd own one of these, I'd have told them they were crazy. Then I found out what they'd run on, and how easy they were to work on, and how entertaining their engineering was, and I fell in love LOL. Except for the vacuum. The vacuum sucks.

Jim

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[diesel_mercedes] Pick-A-Part Plan

 


Tom is coming over to - morrow morning and after I get done vacuuming up rodent poop in my basement , off we'll go a hunting for misc. small bits for SWMBO's Euro TD ~ I get heat out of the dash vents even with the heater off so I'll grab a Monovalve or three , and maybe an auxiliary water pump , maybe I should just buy that new .

The chin spoiler grilles are in a box in the back so I need to grab the special screw for them (O.K. , it's just a screw but I'm *very* picky about hardware , so sue me) , I got some Euro headlights for it and so I need to find the correct extra long headlight to body screws with attached washers before I can proceed installing them .

Maybe some front seat belt receivers as these are not as smooth & easy to latch as all other Mercedes' I've ever touched . I can deal with it but she doesn't like it and worries about breaking a fingernail so I'll see what I can do .

Maybe a driver's side inner door handle as that's wobbly too and when I open up the doors to rebuild the central locking I want to have all the parts I'll possibly need On Hand .

So , this may be the only chance I get to wish all the Papas out there : HAPPY FATHER'S DAY ! .

-Nate

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[diesel_mercedes] Re : Radius Arm bushing (trailing arm?) part number needed

 


It's called the strut rod and I'm sure you'll find in on ETY's site....

Pr Peach Parts , Buy MBParts .com etc.

If not , report back here and I'll give it a go next week .

Remember , this directly affects caster so have it properly aligned after you've replaced them .

-Nate
Steve wrote:
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> Went for my yearly inspections, couple issues, one of which is what they referred to as the radius arm bushing.
>
> No one in the area can locate the part, any one know of a mfg and part number that I might be able to bring the locals so they can source it ?
>
> This is the rod that goes from the A-Arm to the frame behind the front wheel. its the bushing at the frame that need replacement.
>
> Many thanks,
> Steve
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Fuel Economy Check '84 Euro 300TD Auto

 


This car has the desirable 'M' code injection pump and simply put , goes like a rocketship .

284 miles , mostly SWMBO driving around town , no AC used 'cause it's broken (again) .

-Nate

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re : Kevin's 1981 300D

 

I found a guy about 40 miles from me who has every part I'll ever need.  He has  a mostly complete '82 300D with the same exact int/ext color combo as well as a few other parts cars.  Whenever we meet up, I'll be like a kid in a candy store!  The '82 has a nice interior including firmer seats which mine could use.  I'm going to get all the vacuum bits from tranny to valve cover to have on hand to make mine right.
 
Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon
1981 300D 300+Kmi, Old Blau (still workig on a name)

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Radius Arm bushing, part with 100 names

 

On the right track, but still need help.

I fount this on ebay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-W123-230-240-280-300-TRACK-GUIDE-ROD-MOUNT-KIT-/140491628961?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20b5f421a1&vxp=mtr#ht_3962wt_954

However, it states it does not fit an 80 300d in one place and it fits all W123s in another. Other sites show this same part number fitting. My car is an 84, but non turbo, W123.130 chassis, not a W123.133 (turbo)

Napaonline has the same part number for both, so doesn't AutohausAZ.
I was going to go with this ebay ad because it ships from NY and I should be able to have it in a couple days. I don't want to have to return it and delay the repair.

Can any Experts confirm that this part, 1233301335 fits both ?

Other names for the part Strut rod or guide rod bushing, Supporting joint (factor manual) for the supporting tube, and a couple others I don't recall.

Steve
Other odd things about my car
Front fender antenna, no sun roof, power front, manual rear windows.

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "Steve Parolin" <stevenparolin@...> wrote:
>
> Went for my yearly inspections, couple issues, one of which is what they referred to as the radius arm bushing.
>
> No one in the area can locate the part, any one know of a mfg and part number that I might be able to bring the locals so they can source it ?
>
> This is the rod that goes from the A-Arm to the frame behind the front wheel. its the bushing at the frame that need replacement.
>
> Many thanks,
> Steve
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Radius Arm bushing (trailing arm?) part number needed

 

Went for my yearly inspections, couple issues, one of which is what they referred to as the radius arm bushing.

No one in the area can locate the part, any one know of a mfg and part number that I might be able to bring the locals so they can source it ?

This is the rod that goes from the A-Arm to the frame behind the front wheel. its the bushing at the frame that need replacement.

Many thanks,
Steve

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[diesel_mercedes] Re : Kevin's 1981 300D

 


YAY ! sounds like a very good start , now , off to Pick-A-Part with you ! .

-Nate
Kevin wrote:
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> I have another cheap Mercedes Diesel, and this one is nearly rust free! $700 bought me an ‘81 300D, high mileage at over 300K, healthy engine/tranny save for a few vacuum leaks, very nice paint, ok interior. Now onto the bad. It will eventually need a passenger’s side lower ball joint as the boot is torn, and 3/4 of the window regulators are acting up. It also needs a new air cleaner housing as it’s broken at the bottom where the tube goes into the oil separator. It’s got potential to be a great car for the summer. It rides much better than the 240D, and is much quieter as well.
> Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon
> 1981 300D 300+Kmi, No Name Yet
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Re : A/C Condensor

 


That's a very good question ! .

I've seen quite a few cut open and they all had the same innards , some just seemed to have more vacant space inside ~ I don't know why but I'd be *VERY* wary of cheapo AC parts ! .

-Nate
"ajrnemt" (? WHO ?) wrote :
>
> I'm finally close to getting my '84 300SD back on the road.
>
> I've had a set of flush fit lamps for a later year models to install for probably 5 years.
>
> I need the "plugs" to attach them..
>
> I assume the turn signal/parking lamps are the same plugs.. Hope so as I've ordered new ones already..
>
>
> A second question.. The a/c condenser was trashed in the accident.
>
> I see there are two models, an "early" (cheaper) one and a "late" model year one (about $150 more). Apparently the later one is a bit larger, and was probably placed, with the coming of the SDL's in the later w126 model run??
>
> Are they interchangable-- or will only one/the other work.. Does anyone know??
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Re : Today, my Diesel let me down.

 


Chip ;

First thing , look at the intake screen , is it full of crud ? .

Then , look closely for fuel leaks from the flexible lines , both the return hoses and the cigar hose as any leak allows air into the system and causes stalling .

Hopefully this will be a simple fix , once you've found a leak and fixed it , remember to keep the RPM's up over 2,500 for at least three minutes to fully bleed the system of air ~ remember when I stalled my Diesel Coupe out in the street after changing the secondary filter & only idling it for 20 minutes...

-Nate
Chip wrote:
>
> Hey Gang,
>
> Started off to work this morning in my 1982 turbo coupe and it stumbled getting out of the drive, went a few yards and then died. It started up just fine first thing, but driving off it acted like it was "loading up". It will crank, but not run for any length of time.
>
> A couple of weeks ago I noticed a slight stumble on the freeway at 75, but it cleared up.
>
> I am betting on a change of fuel filters, but I am open to other causes. I'll change out the filters this afternoon in the warm Texas sun.
>
> Chip
> Houston
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Alternate Diesel Fuels

 


Pretty neat Lawrence .

I await the day when they crack the battery nut and have long distance Electric Cars .

I don't want one but still....

-Nate
Lawrence Wrote :

I drive
my diesel on veggie oil and my electric vehicles are powered by my solar
panels. That's the best I can do now and my ultimate goal which might seem like
heresy here is to get rid of the diesels and go electric. Until I can afford a
proper long range electric I'll be burnin veggie oil in my W123 TD or 240.
Lawrence Rhodes.... http://www.evalbum.com/418 I still own the car, motorcycle
& scooter.

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] There's a 1981 300D In My Driveway Now!

 

I look forward to seeing the pictures, if you post them

--- On Fri, 6/15/12, Kevin Kraly <kraly@comcast.net> wrote:

From: Kevin Kraly <kraly@comcast.net>
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] There's a 1981 300D In My Driveway Now!
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Date: Friday, June 15, 2012, 1:46 AM



I have another cheap Mercedes Diesel, and this one is nearly rust free! $700 bought me an '81 300D, high mileage at over 300K, healthy engine/tranny save for a few vacuum leaks, very nice paint, ok interior. Now onto the bad. It will eventually need a passenger's side lower ball joint as the boot is torn, and 3/4 of the window regulators are acting up. It also needs a new air cleaner housing as it's broken at the bottom where the tube goes into the oil separator. It's got potential to be a great car for the summer. It rides much better than the 240D, and is much quieter as well.
Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon
1981 300D 300+Kmi, No Name Yet


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[diesel_mercedes] today my diesel let me down, for a brief while

 

So, my CD died a couple of days ago. I changed the fuel filters this morning and I am as good as new.

I could not tell there was a single thing wrong with either of the old filters, but something was clogged somewhere.

I guess the vodka bath cleaning from Christmas finally gave up.

Up and running in Houston.

Chip

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