Re: [diesel_mercedes] Fuel Milage Check 1984 300CD Auto W/ AC

 

    Sunday fill up, Nate squeezed in as much as he could, higher up the filler neck than I usually go: 
 
442.3 miles, 15.902 gal. = 27.8 mpg, fully loaded, no AC.  Mixed driving around town and freeway. 
 
Tom '81 300SD, 347,+++ miles. 
 
 
In a message dated 1/26/2011 7:24:55 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, vwnate1@yahoo.com writes:


396 miles , 26.4 MPG's , not much AC used but a fair good bit of spooning the throttle...=8-) .

-Nate

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[diesel_mercedes] Re - Pop W-123 Grille

 


My beloved Coupe's plastic grille is looking tired and the aluminum strips stopped being shiny when it was abandoned in a Sta. Monica front yard near the beach for years so I bought a new grille , URO brand and tried to install it the other night after work .

Although it looks beautiful , the stamped steel part is poorly done and it was assembled using the wrong typ of screws and incorrectly to boot ~

Nevertheless I was game and installed my spare , non corroded Mercedes star and swapped over the clips they don't provide , before attempting to attach it to my hood and that's when the problems began.

After an hour or three , I had it taken apart to see if maybe I can use at least the spiffy looking plastic part with it's shiny aluminum strips .

I seem to recall Mercedes designed it so the plastic part can be carefully removed without needing to bend the metal surround but no such joy on this new POC .

About this time the sun went down leaving me in the gloom with two piles of Mercedes grille parts and tools scattered about so I buttoned it all up and went off to bed & to - day , much to my shame , the L.A.P.D.'s parking lot had a Hoopty Ghetto Ride old Mercedes junker in it sans any grille ,new or old =8-( .

I kind of hid it behind a big panel truck so none of my work mates would see it (I hope) and never heard a word about it , to - morrow I'll drive a different car to work .

My parts guy heard I was unhappy and called & offered to replace it with one from another supplier , I told him to go ahead and order one from this other supplier and I'll try it on another W-123 but I'll struggle with this one for a while yet , I'm planning to polish the original Mercedes surround up then see if I can mate this new , beautiful plastic insert to it...

-Nate

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[diesel_mercedes] Fuel Milage Check 1984 300CD Auto W/ AC

 


396 miles , 26.4 MPG's , not much AC used but a fair good bit of spooning the throttle...=8-) .

-Nate

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[diesel_mercedes] TD Parts Help Please

 


I'm in need of the complete right rear door for a later model (1982 >)
300TD , window lift W/ motor intact , trim panel not overly important .

I'll travel to yank it or buy for Ca$h .

TIA ,

-Nate

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Ontario PAP Visit

 

I knew I wasn't the only one...

some other Brian..

--- On Wed, 1/26/11, brian's twin 83 300d's <bstromsoe@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: brian's twin 83 300d's <bstromsoe@yahoo.com>
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Ontario PAP Visit
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 2:17 PM

Nowadays I leave my tools in the car when I am making a run through. Otherwise, I get bogged down pulling bits and pieces. Like Nate, I now use these visits for walking and getting my exercise.

brian from la verne

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[diesel_mercedes] Ontario PAP Visit

 

First, the Santa Ana winds were blowing hard which made keeping my camp on pretty difficult. The winds also drove the temps up into the 80's which was hard to take.

Second, there were 6-8 hubcaps from 240d's which could be cleaned up and painted for those who want them.

Third, no w123 300d's for me, but, but, but
an odd collection of 108's, 115's, and a 116 pretty well picked over but not normally found at Ontario.

Fourth, normal 5 or 6 w126 gassers with a couple of nice bodies, and some interior stuff.

Fifth, a couple of turbochargers which, if I were in need of such, I might have picked up for rebuilding.

Sixth, lots of Volvo station wagons but no w123 TD wagons.

Nowadays I leave my tools in the car when I am making a run through. Otherwise, I get bogged down pulling bits and pieces. Like Nate, I now use these visits for walking and getting my exercise.

brian from la verne

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...

 



--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, audiolaw@... wrote:
>
> You may joke about it, or make light of the situation here in L.A., but
> there are realities to confront.
>
> But the reflections off the
> glass and shiny surfaces of cars gave my face and neck a reasonable burn
> anyway.
>
>
Hmmm, is this where Red Necks come from? Max

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...

 



--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "oldsinner111" <tccservice111@...> wrote:
>
> and how is la verne today? 30 and snowing here.
>
> Well, the O.C., Onion Creek that is, is 30 and foggy. But beautiful. Max

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...

 

    You may joke about it, or make light of the situation here in L.A., but there are realities to confront. 
 
    Last Sunday, Nate and I spent time in a few junkyards.  Walking the rows was certainly useful exercise.  But both of us walked ourselves into sunburns.  I was wearing a broad brimmed hat.  But the reflections off the glass and shiny surfaces of cars gave my face and neck a reasonable burn anyway. 
 
    We have to suffer like this a lot.  I decided to increase my investment in Coca Cola Co. this week, after watching the number of tanks of soda we, and dozens of others, slurped down at convenience stores between yards - if I spend it on being hydrated in February, maybe I'll make a little back on the dividend checks when I retire. 
 
Tom
 
 
In a message dated 1/26/2011 9:10:02 A.M. Pacific Standard Time, bstromsoe@yahoo.com writes:
 

We are suffering greatly in La Verne. I am wearing a T-shirt. The sun is out. Might get to 72F. I am off to buy a new chair mat, get some $3.55 diesel, and if it is warm enough, will head for the Ontario PAP. Don't want to over do it cuz you never know when a snow flurry might hit.
 
brian from la verne, ca


From: oldsinner111 <tccservice111@yahoo.com>
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, January 26, 2011 8:40:11 AM
Subject: [die sel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...

 

and how is la verne today? 30 and snowing here.

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...> wrote:
>
> Yes, you must pick and choose, but that is why we are on this site, isn't it.
>
> brian from la verne, ca
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Nate Rector <tccservice111@...>
> To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wed, January 26, 2011 7:56:53 AM
> Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
>
>
> Look I've spent over a $1000 there,Its just some kits are mostly for money,and
> not needed.
>
> --- On Wed, 1/26/11, Randy mclain <mclainrandy@...> wrote:
>
>
> >From: Randy mclain <mclainrandy@...>
> >Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >Date: Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 9:34 AM
> >
> >
> >
> >I feel the same way!
> >
> >
> >Randy
> >
> >--- On Wed, 1/26/11, BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...> wrote:
> >
> >
> >>From: BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...>
> >>Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >>To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>Date: Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 8:59 AM
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>Yes, that is my take also. Heck, the guy is in business - if he is not selling
> >>parts, he will soon be out of business. I buy from him just to keep the videos
> >>flowing + he is a nice guy and he knows his MB's inside and out.
> >>
> >> brian from la verne, ca
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> ________________________________
> From: "bgiovan@..." <bgiovan@...>
> >>To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>Sent: Wed, January 26, 2011 6:15:16 AM
> >>Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >>
> >>The kit from Mercedessource is really pretty straight forward and
> >>includes upgraded internals for the turbo. Kent has carved himself out a
> >>niche and I love to support those that provide me value added services
> >>which with his videos and how-to's are really invaluable. So while there
> >>are those who say all Kent wants to do is sell you some shit, I for one
> >>will pay a little more to "thank" him for going above and beyond to help
> >>folks out.
> >>
> >>Ben near Detroit.
> >>
> >>On 1/26/2011 1:23 AM, Barton wrote:
> >>>
> >>> Cool - nice job on the cleaning! I went through the same level of
> >>> detail just with the thermostat housing when I snapped one of the
> >>> mounting bolts and had to drill it out. At least I knew if it held and
> >>> didn't leak I should probably never have to deal with it again, save
> >>> for a new thermostat in x0000 miles. (It is holding, as I finally had
> >>> to put a proper Mercedes t-stat and seal in a few months ago and
> >>> re-seat / re-tighten the housing)
> >>>
> >>> Alas, if I do my own turbo, I won't be taking the entire
> >>> housing/assembly off, so I'll have less to clean/replace.
> >>>
> >>> It looks simple enough, and as long as the impellers and shafts are
> >>> good, I should be able to do it in a 1/2 day (or 3 days in my case)
> >>>
> >>> So where does the boost gauge sensor go? Would be pretty cool to have
> >>> a turbo gauge in the dash cluster.
> >>>
> >>> (like my '78 Saab 99T comes with)
> >>>
> >>> :^)
> >>>
> >>> -Barton
> >>>
> >>> --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>, "bgiovan" <bgiovan@> wrote:
> >>> >
> >>> > That's the exact process I'm doing now Barton. Here's the entire thing
> >>> > disassembled, soaked in biodiesel for a couple of days and cleaned with
> >>> > various brushes, scrubbies, etc.
> >>> > http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/BiodieselTurboSoak#
> >>> > <http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/BiodieselTurboSoak>
> >>> > Instead of watching our fearless leader, I cracked a Corona and
> >>> scrubbed the
> >>> > grime off I knew I could take care of myself. Washington
> >>> types.there's no
> >>> > hope.
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > Ben near Detroit
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > _____
> >>> >
> >>> > From: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > [mailto:diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>] On Behalf Of Barton
> >>> > Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2011 5:12 PM
> >>> > To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > replying to my own post - I just watched Kent's video on diagnosing and
> >>> > rebuilding. What an awesome resource.....I guess the 80's version of
> >>> RTFM
> >>> > has now become WTFV. :^)
> >>> >
> >>> > -Barton
> >>> >
> >>> > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com> , "Barton" <barton.fiske@>
> >>> > wrote:
> >>> > >
> >>> > > Hey this is a cool topic and very timely for me! A few quick
> >>> questions:
> >>> > >
> >>> > > (Mine is 1984 300 SD Turbo - 275k mi)
> >>> > >
> >>> > > 1). Are there any easy/obvious "tests" to tell if my turbo is
> >>> working or
> >>> > not working? (i.e. no turbo whine to speak of, no boost gauge)
> >>> > >
> >>> > > 2). How hard is it to remove/replace the turbo with engine in car?
> >>> > >
> >>> > > 3). What do you estimate parts cost and total repair time to be?
> >>> > >
> >>> > > Thanks in advance for any help!
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > > -Barton
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com> , "bgiovan" <bgiovan@> wrote:
> >>> > > >
> >>> > > > Disassemble the turbo and rebuild using the Mercedessource kit.
> >>> Outside:
> >>> > 8F, Inside: 71F. Guess where I did my work (except the vice part)
> >>> > > >
> >>> > > >
> >>> http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/300SDTurboDisassemble#
> >>> >
> >>> <http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/300SDTurboDisassemble>
> >>> > > >
> >>> > > > Ben near Detroit
> >>> > > >
> >>> > >
> >>> >
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
> >>
> >>------------------------------------
> >>
> >>Yahoo! Groups Links
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
>

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...

 

Ah man,you know how to hurt.

--- On Wed, 1/26/11, BStromsoe <bstromsoe@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: BStromsoe <bstromsoe@yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 11:09 AM

 
We are suffering greatly in La Verne. I am wearing a T-shirt. The sun is out. Might get to 72F. I am off to buy a new chair mat, get some $3.55 diesel, and if it is warm enough, will head for the Ontario PAP. Don't want to over do it cuz you never know when a snow flurry might hit.
 
brian from la verne, ca


From: oldsinner111 <tccservice111@yahoo.com>
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, January 26, 2011 8:40:11 AM
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...

 
and how is la verne today? 30 and snowing here.

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...> wrote:
>
> Yes, you must pick and choose, but that is why we are on this site, isn't it.
>
> brian from la verne, ca
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Nate Rector <tccservice111@...>
> To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wed, January 26, 2011 7:56:53 AM
> Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
>
>
> Look I've spent over a $1000 there,Its just some kits are mostly for money,and
> not needed.
>
> --- On Wed, 1/26/11, Randy mclain <mclainrandy@...> wrote:
>
>
> >From: Randy mclain <mclainrandy@...>
> >Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >Date: Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 9:34 AM
> >
> >
> >
> >I feel the same way!
> >
> >
> >Randy
> >
> >--- On Wed, 1/26/11, BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...> wrote:
> >
> >
> >>From: BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...>
> >>Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >>To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>Date: Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 8:59 AM
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>Yes, that is my take also. Heck, the guy is in business - if he is not selling
> >>parts, he will soon be out of business. I buy from him just to keep the videos
> >>flowing + he is a nice guy and he knows his MB's inside and out.
> >>
> >> brian from la verne, ca
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> ________________________________
> From: "bgiovan@..." <bgiovan@...>
> >>To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>Sent: Wed, January 26, 2011 6:15:16 AM
> >>Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >>
> >>The kit from Mercedessource is really pretty straight forward and
> >>includes upgraded internals for the turbo. Kent has carved himself out a
> >>niche and I love to support those that provide me value added services
> >>which with his videos and how-to's are really invaluable. So while there
> >>are those who say all Kent wants to do is sell you some shit, I for one
> >>will pay a little more to "thank" him for going above and beyond to help
> >>folks out.
> >>
> >>Ben near Detroit.
> >>
> >>On 1/26/2011 1:23 AM, Barton wrote:
> >>>
> >>> Cool - nice job on the cleaning! I went through the same level of
> >>> detail just with the thermostat housing when I snapped one of the
> >>> mounting bolts and had to drill it out. At least I knew if it held and
> >>> didn't leak I should probably never have to deal with it again, save
> >>> for a new thermostat in x0000 miles. (It is holding, as I finally had
> >>> to put a proper Mercedes t-stat and seal in a few months ago and
> >>> re-seat / re-tighten the housing)
> >>>
> >>> Alas, if I do my own turbo, I won't be taking the entire
> >>> housing/assembly off, so I'll have less to clean/replace.
> >>>
> >>> It looks simple enough, and as long as the impellers and shafts are
> >>> good, I should be able to do it in a 1/2 day (or 3 days in my case)
> >>>
> >>> So where does the boost gauge sensor go? Would be pretty cool to have
> >>> a turbo gauge in the dash cluster.
> >>>
> >>> (like my '78 Saab 99T comes with)
> >>>
> >>> :^)
> >>>
> >>> -Barton
> >>>
> >>> --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>, "bgiovan" <bgiovan@> wrote:
> >>> >
> >>> > That's the exact process I'm doing now Barton. Here's the entire thing
> >>> > disassembled, soaked in biodiesel for a couple of days and cleaned with
> >>> > various brushes, scrubbies, etc.
> >>> > http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/BiodieselTurboSoak#
> >>> > <http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/BiodieselTurboSoak>
> >>> > Instead of watching our fearless leader, I cracked a Corona and
> >>> scrubbed the
> >>> > grime off I knew I could take care of myself. Washington
> >>> types.there's no
> >>> > hope.
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > Ben near Detroit
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > _____
> >>> >
> >>> > From: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > [mailto:diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>] On Behalf Of Barton
> >>> > Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2011 5:12 PM
> >>> > To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > replying to my own post - I just watched Kent's video on diagnosing and
> >>> > rebuilding. What an awesome resource.....I guess the 80's version of
> >>> RTFM
> >>> > has now become WTFV. :^)
> >>> >
> >>> > -Barton
> >>> >
> >>> > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com> , "Barton" <barton.fiske@>
> >>> > wrote:
> >>> > >
> >>> > > Hey this is a cool topic and very timely for me! A few quick
> >>> questions:
> >>> > >
> >>> > > (Mine is 1984 300 SD Turbo - 275k mi)
> >>> > >
> >>> > > 1). Are there any easy/obvious "tests" to tell if my turbo is
> >>> working or
> >>> > not working? (i.e. no turbo whine to speak of, no boost gauge)
> >>> > >
> >>> > > 2). How hard is it to remove/replace the turbo with engine in car?
> >>> > >
> >>> > > 3). What do you estimate parts cost and total repair time to be?
> >>> > >
> >>> > > Thanks in advance for any help!
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > > -Barton
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com> , "bgiovan" <bgiovan@> wrote:
> >>> > > >
> >>> > > > Disassemble the turbo and rebuild using the Mercedessource kit.
> >>> Outside:
> >>> > 8F, Inside: 71F. Guess where I did my work (except the vice part)
> >>> > > >
> >>> > > >
> >>> http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/300SDTurboDisassemble#
> >>> >
> >>> <http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/300SDTurboDisassemble>
> >>> > > >
> >>> > > > Ben near Detroit
> >>> > > >
> >>> > >
> >>> >
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
> >>
> >>------------------------------------
> >>
> >>Yahoo! Groups Links
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
>



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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...

 

We are suffering greatly in La Verne. I am wearing a T-shirt. The sun is out. Might get to 72F. I am off to buy a new chair mat, get some $3.55 diesel, and if it is warm enough, will head for the Ontario PAP. Don't want to over do it cuz you never know when a snow flurry might hit.
 
brian from la verne, ca


From: oldsinner111 <tccservice111@yahoo.com>
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, January 26, 2011 8:40:11 AM
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...

 

and how is la verne today? 30 and snowing here.

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...> wrote:
>
> Yes, you must pick and choose, but that is why we are on this site, isn't it.
>
> brian from la verne, ca
>
>
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Nate Rector <tccservice111@...>
> To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wed, January 26, 2011 7:56:53 AM
> Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
>
>
> Look I've spent over a $1000 there,Its just some kits are mostly for money,and
> not needed.
>
> --- On Wed, 1/26/11, Randy mclain <mclainrandy@...> wrote:
>
>
> >From: Randy mclain <mclainrandy@...>
> >Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >Date: Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 9:34 AM
> >
> >
> >
> >I feel the same way!
> >
> >
> >Randy
> >
> >--- On Wed, 1/26/11, BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...> wrote:
> >
> >
> >>From: BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...>
> >>Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >>To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>Date: Wednesday, January 26, 2011, 8:59 AM
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>Yes, that is my take also. Heck, the guy is in business - if he is not selling
> >>parts, he will soon be out of business. I buy from him just to keep the videos
> >>flowing + he is a nice guy and he knows his MB's inside and out.
> >>
> >> brian from la verne, ca
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> ________________________________
> From: "bgiovan@..." <bgiovan@...>
> >>To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>Sent: Wed, January 26, 2011 6:15:16 AM
> >>Subject: Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >>
> >>The kit from Mercedessource is really pretty straight forward and
> >>includes upgraded internals for the turbo. Kent has carved himself out a
> >>niche and I love to support those that provide me value added services
> >>which with his videos and how-to's are really invaluable. So while there
> >>are those who say all Kent wants to do is sell you some shit, I for one
> >>will pay a little more to "thank" him for going above and beyond to help
> >>folks out.
> >>
> >>Ben near Detroit.
> >>
> >>On 1/26/2011 1:23 AM, Barton wrote:
> >>>
> >>> Cool - nice job on the cleaning! I went through the same level of
> >>> detail just with the thermostat housing when I snapped one of the
> >>> mounting bolts and had to drill it out. At least I knew if it held and
> >>> didn't leak I should probably never have to deal with it again, save
> >>> for a new thermostat in x0000 miles. (It is holding, as I finally had
> >>> to put a proper Mercedes t-stat and seal in a few months ago and
> >>> re-seat / re-tighten the housing)
> >>>
> >>> Alas, if I do my own turbo, I won't be taking the entire
> >>> housing/assembly off, so I'll have less to clean/replace.
> >>>
> >>> It looks simple enough, and as long as the impellers and shafts are
> >>> good, I should be able to do it in a 1/2 day (or 3 days in my case)
> >>>
> >>> So where does the boost gauge sensor go? Would be pretty cool to have
> >>> a turbo gauge in the dash cluster.
> >>>
> >>> (like my '78 Saab 99T comes with)
> >>>
> >>> :^)
> >>>
> >>> -Barton
> >>>
> >>> --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>, "bgiovan" <bgiovan@> wrote:
> >>> >
> >>> > That's the exact process I'm doing now Barton. Here's the entire thing
> >>> > disassembled, soaked in biodiesel for a couple of days and cleaned with
> >>> > various brushes, scrubbies, etc.
> >>> > http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/BiodieselTurboSoak#
> >>> > <http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/BiodieselTurboSoak>
> >>> > Instead of watching our fearless leader, I cracked a Corona and
> >>> scrubbed the
> >>> > grime off I knew I could take care of myself. Washington
> >>> types.there's no
> >>> > hope.
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > Ben near Detroit
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > _____
> >>> >
> >>> > From: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > [mailto:diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>] On Behalf Of Barton
> >>> > Sent: Tuesday, January 25, 2011 5:12 PM
> >>> > To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Today's project...
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> >
> >>> > replying to my own post - I just watched Kent's video on diagnosing and
> >>> > rebuilding. What an awesome resource.....I guess the 80's version of
> >>> RTFM
> >>> > has now become WTFV. :^)
> >>> >
> >>> > -Barton
> >>> >
> >>> > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com> , "Barton" <barton.fiske@>
> >>> > wrote:
> >>> > >
> >>> > > Hey this is a cool topic and very timely for me! A few quick
> >>> questions:
> >>> > >
> >>> > > (Mine is 1984 300 SD Turbo - 275k mi)
> >>> > >
> >>> > > 1). Are there any easy/obvious "tests" to tell if my turbo is
> >>> working or
> >>> > not working? (i.e. no turbo whine to speak of, no boost gauge)
> >>> > >
> >>> > > 2). How hard is it to remove/replace the turbo with engine in car?
> >>> > >
> >>> > > 3). What do you estimate parts cost and total repair time to be?
> >>> > >
> >>> > > Thanks in advance for any help!
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > > -Barton
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > >
> >>> > > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> >>> <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com>
> >>> > <mailto:diesel_mercedes%40yahoogroups.com> , "bgiovan" <bgiovan@> wrote:
> >>> > > >
> >>> > > > Disassemble the turbo and rebuild using the Mercedessource kit.
> >>> Outside:
> >>> > 8F, Inside: 71F. Guess where I did my work (except the vice part)
> >>> > > >
> >>> > > >
> >>> http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/300SDTurboDisassemble#
> >>> >
> >>> <http://picasaweb.google.com/116318077355015592300/300SDTurboDisassemble>
> >>> > > >
> >>> > > > Ben near Detroit
> >>> > > >
> >>> > >
> >>> >
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
> >>
> >>------------------------------------
> >>
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> >>
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> >>
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