Looks interesting Rob ;
I know I need to rebuild or replace mine , I'd been planning to exchange it but now , looking at that link , I can rebuild it @ home for le$$ than the co$t of a rebuilt one and I don't know if they use the up graded thrust plate...
Hmmm....
-Nate
Rob wrote :
>
> Thanks Nate.
>
> The turbo isn't hospital clean yet, though it will be.
>
> Turbo City is down here close to Angel Stadium: 1137 W. Katella Orange,
> CA 92867
>
> Brian's suggestion on the "Mercedes Source" video was helpful to watch,
> and their kit is about the same price, though has illustrated
> instructions and more stuff like the 2 bolts I had to cutoff. I might go
> with them.
> http://www.mercedessource.com/node/8666
>
> It seems like piston ring like seals keep the oil inside.
>
> My 1st concern was the oil drips on my driveway, coming from the turbo
> return and filter canister, yet if I'm pulling the turbo to deal with
> this, I might as well rebuild it (replace it w/ another rebuilt one),
> and I've already cleaned out a '85 CA CAT to use. I also have a pre-'85
> manifolds too, from Brian's old engine, somewhere around here, which
> I'll size up to see if it'll all fit, though I'm assuming not.
>
> After looking over the "Mercedes Source" site I found their: 'Fuel
> Injector DIY Rebuild Kit' that I'll get at some point.
> http://mercedessource.com/node/6016
>
> Rob
> '85 300D
> Garden Grove, CA
> ==
>
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