Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: April's To Do List

 

install new primer pump (I got one of those metal ones that look like the older style)
I noticed while ordering parts last night that I had the choice of the newer style Bosch version and a heavy duty Monark pump similar to the old style.  Price was $6 more for the Monark pump, but I decided to go with it anyway.  It's compatible with biodiesel and veggie oil where the Bosch primer pump is not.
 
Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon
1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Re : A Better Plan

 

Trish:

I've been lurking here, reading all of your woes. I have a 1981 240D,
stick, that I bought to pull behind my motorhome as a "toad", and a 1984
300SD that I've had for about 6 1/2 years. The 240 is a great little
toodler that I often use as a daily driver. The 300SD, which I have
been daily driving now for the past couple of months, is, by far, the
finest car I've ever owned. My brother has 2 of them, a 1980 and a
1985. They are absolutely wonderful, safe, economical, luxurious cars.
You can take a road trip and, keeping your speed down, get 28-30 MPG.
That's not bad when riding in a big, comfortable, safe car. I won't go
into the details now, but there are numerous construction specifics that
make the 126 body Mercedes special. You won't find a nice one cheap,
but when you do, you'll love it.

Roland Hyatt
1984 300SD
1981 240D

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: April's To Do List

 

It was 70s and sunny ALL last week and 2 days ago we had snow and cloud cover that lasted until this morning...Now that the sun seems to be re-appearing:

1) Brakes (rear pads & hoses, fluid flush)
2) install new primer pump (I got one of those metal ones that look like the older style)
3) purge and new filters

In May I hope to do a transmission flush, new filter and gasket, and replace the two cooler hoses.

I also need to fit in a coolant flush, at least 2 new tires (4 if I can scrape up the $) and alignment

Not to mention cleaning :)

I've got a full summer bonding with my gal Betty....

Caitlin
Santa Fe
83 300 SD

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "Kevin Kraly" <kraly@...> wrote:
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> I’m going to do engine/tranny mounts, primer pump and fuel filters this weekend if the parts get here. Nice weather (60’s and no rain here in Oregon) is supposed to arrive just in time for the weekend. I may even slip in some seat spring repair work as well.
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> Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon
> 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel
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Re: [diesel_mercedes] feedback on this vendor?

 

It is likely, but not sure it is worthy.
 
brian from laverne, ca
Mary (195K)  Martha (280K)
1983 w123 300d's
From: bigbopper98118 <bigbopper98118@yahoo.com>
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, April 3, 2012 2:13 PM
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] feedback on this vendor?

 
this site has a new 85 300D radiator for $122.81; is that likely?

http://www.genesisautoparts.com/radiator-mercedes_benz-300d-1985.htm

Or any other suggestions for a good vendor?

I see autoautohausaz.com asks $226; they have a good recommendation from a repair shop on our site...



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[diesel_mercedes] Re: April's To Do List

 

My list is to swap out the original a/c condenser on my 82 240D with a new parallel condenser, swap out the old receiver/dryer, pressure sensor switch and expansion valve with new, remove blower and install new brushes, clean evaporator fins, get custom hoses made to reconnect condenser to system, vacuum system, add oil and refrigerant, and then drive somewhere on a hot day with the a/c running.

Jim

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