[diesel_mercedes] Re : need a engine?

 


In San Fran ? .

Sounds good , almost too good to be true , sort of like asket (SP) .

I'm not so keen on new or reground cams but the rest sounds very good indeed , new chains & pistons , all new valves and so on , rebuilt IP & injectors......

We're trying to set $ aside to rebuild the 240D's engine and tranny this year .

-Nate
Max wrote :
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> http://www.autoshoppingcenter.com/rebuiltengines/mercedesdiesel.html
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[diesel_mercedes] Coolant Mix

 


I never use 60 % coolant , that's the distilled water part .

This time , per the bottles M-B mandated instructions , I will be mixing it 50/50 with distilled water as The San Gabiel Valley has water so hard you can drive _NAILS_ with it .

(makes darn good beer tho') .

-Nate
Max Said :

I was referring to the antifreeze. I live on the edge of the arctic(-20 here).
There is no reason to mix 60% antifreeze, not for winter or for summer either.
50/50 has worked for me my whole life. Just saying, but nothing matters anyway.
Max

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[diesel_mercedes] Re : Fuel Economy & Leaky Filter Bolt

 


Yes Max ;

Wa$ted fuel i$ ALWAYS bad ! .

I can't help it tho' ~ I went yard hopping with Tom Sunday and only _one_ bolt to be had , I took it but it was slurpy with fungus so -not- going on the car I just fungus treated (again) , besides , the lower O-Ring was rotten and fell off & got lost.... (I now have two O-Rings)

To - day I went to pick up the crush washers (yes , plural , I ordered spares) only to be met with a blank stare and " Dealer part only ") ~ that's fine , he gets me Dealer parts ona regular basis...... why not *this* time ? who knows .

I ran errands all day working my way East from L.A. to Arcadia where my local Mercedes Dealer is , stopping at every European Partshaus and Indie M-B Shop I knew , no joy . when I pulled into The Dealer I know enough to carry in my registration for the VIN , he looked it up on the EPC (same one I can't make work) and in time I showed him where to look for the part I needed , turns out there's two versions and I needed the engine serial # to discern which one , it was 107* F outside with the engine idling keeping SWMBO in cool comfort so I asked if maybe I cou simply order two of each one..... he smiled and said " but of _course_ ! we're supposed to stock them both so just come get the ones you need , no worries " .

So , out there it sits , stil dripping lightly , soon to be fixed .

-Nate
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> 40% Thats a waste. Unless you're driving up to Lake Wobegon in winter. Max
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Re: [diesel_mercedes] need a engine?

 

I knew there was a reason to keep my old 300 SD engine!

--- On Mon, 8/13/12, max_stemple <jasperezra@gmail.com> wrote:

From: max_stemple <jasperezra@gmail.com>
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] need a engine?
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Date: Monday, August 13, 2012, 5:36 PM

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Fuel Economy Check 1982 240D Slushbox 330,XXX Miles

 

I was referring to the antifreeze. I live on the edge of the arctic(-20 here). There is no reason to mix 60% antifreeze, not for winter or for summer either. 50/50 has worked for me my whole life. Just saying, but nothing matters anyway. Max

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, BStromsoe <bstromsoe@...> wrote:
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> My weepy filter bolt / washer loses about 1 teaspoon per month. I too will fix it "someday"
>
>  
> brian from laverne, ca
> Mary (195K)  Martha (280K)
> 1983 w123 300d's
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: max_stemple <jasperezra@...>
> To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Monday, August 13, 2012 9:21 AM
> Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Fuel Economy Check 1982 240D Slushbox 330,XXX Miles
>
>
>  
> 40% Thats a waste. Unless you're driving up to Lake Wobegon in winter. Max
>
> --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "Nate" <vwnate1@> wrote:
> >
> >
> > Pretty much AC the whole time , 171 miles , 21.3 MPG and this with that pesky fuel filter bolt weepeing slightly .
> >
> > I'll get the new O-Ring & crush washer to - morrow snd hopefully get the leak staunched in a day or three , I hate wasting fuel .
> >
> > I bought three gallons of yellow ZEREX to-day , OWWWWW ! $17.00 / gallon , this is the full strength stuff so I'll cut it with 40 % distilled water and have some to keep in the trunk .
> >
> > -Nate
> >
>

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Fuel Economy Check 1982 240D Slushbox 330,XXX Miles

 

My weepy filter bolt / washer loses about 1 teaspoon per month. I too will fix it "someday"
 
brian from laverne, ca
Mary (195K)  Martha (280K)
1983 w123 300d's
From: max_stemple <jasperezra@gmail.com>
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, August 13, 2012 9:21 AM
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Fuel Economy Check 1982 240D Slushbox 330,XXX Miles

 
40% Thats a waste. Unless you're driving up to Lake Wobegon in winter. Max

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "Nate" <vwnate1@...> wrote:
>
>
> Pretty much AC the whole time , 171 miles , 21.3 MPG and this with that pesky fuel filter bolt weepeing slightly .
>
> I'll get the new O-Ring & crush washer to - morrow snd hopefully get the leak staunched in a day or three , I hate wasting fuel .
>
> I bought three gallons of yellow ZEREX to-day , OWWWWW ! $17.00 / gallon , this is the full strength stuff so I'll cut it with 40 % distilled water and have some to keep in the trunk .
>
> -Nate
>



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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Fuel Economy Check 1982 240D Slushbox 330,XXX Miles

 

40% Thats a waste. Unless you're driving up to Lake Wobegon in winter. Max

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "Nate" <vwnate1@...> wrote:
>
>
> Pretty much AC the whole time , 171 miles , 21.3 MPG and this with that pesky fuel filter bolt weepeing slightly .
>
> I'll get the new O-Ring & crush washer to - morrow snd hopefully get the leak staunched in a day or three , I hate wasting fuel .
>
> I bought three gallons of yellow ZEREX to-day , OWWWWW ! $17.00 / gallon , this is the full strength stuff so I'll cut it with 40 % distilled water and have some to keep in the trunk .
>
> -Nate
>

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Re: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Re : Glow Plug Quality - Autolite

 

Autolites tend to stick to the head,then come apart when trying to remove


--- On Mon, 8/13/12, Steve Parolin <stevenparolin@yahoo.com> wrote:

From: Steve Parolin <stevenparolin@yahoo.com>
Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Re : Glow Plug Quality - Autolite
To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
Date: Monday, August 13, 2012, 7:47 AM

 
When I bought my car, it was a non runner with an OK body for the North East. I was on a mission to get it running quicly and for as little as possible.

I replaced all 5 glow plugs with autolites, they where available at the local chain for under 10 buck each.

That was 42K miles ago. it still starts fine, even in the winter with a double cycle.

Garaged over night, I seen it as cold as the teens in the garge, not often, mostly in the 20-40 degree F Dec-March inside, and park in the sun during the day while at work. No block heater at this time, it is on the list

So far so good with the autolites.

Steve

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, Yahoo! Member Service <tccservice111@...> wrote:
>
> I run Denso in my gasser
>
>
> --- On Wed, 8/8/12, Nate <vwnate1@...> wrote:
>
>
> From: Nate <vwnate1@...>
> Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re : Glow Plug Quality
> To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Wednesday, August 8, 2012, 5:31 PM
>
>
>
>  
>
>
>
>
> Since Robert BOSCH moved it's maufacturing to India , there has been a marked lack of quality , I no longer accept thier products , not even the spark plugs .
>
> -Nate
> Nate R. Opined :
> >
> > Bocsh please
> >
> >
> > --- On Mon, 8/6/12, Carmine <drnickv@> wrote:
> >
> >
> > From: Carmine <drnickv@>
> > Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Glow plug question
> > To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> > Date: Monday, August 6, 2012, 9:05 AM
> >
> >
> >
> >  
> >
> >
> >
> > More glow plug questions: All of mine test out as bad. I hear autolight is horrible, is the bosch the way to go? They are only 9.50 each at rockauto. Are there a better brand? I see the ones at diesel giant are $120 for the set.
> >
> > What about the reamer thing. Should I do get one and do while the glow plugs are out?
> >
> > And a side question? I slightly remember a discussion about valve cover gaskets. I replaced mine when I adjusted the valves and now it leaks constantly. I see diesel giant sells a video. Is it that difficult to chang it right? He says there is a trick? Only use a mercedes brand gasket? My driveway would love it to stop.
> >
> > Thanks, Nick
> >
> > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "williamc" <wmcowart@> wrote:
> > >
> > > go to http://www.dieselgiant.com/glowplugrepair.htm for good instructions and pictures to test the entire glow plug system. Bill C
> > >
> > > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "Carmine" <drnickv@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > How does the glow plug system work in a 1984 300D. The car will not start and the yellow light is not coming on on the dash. It was fine yesterday. Today no go. Want to get her fixed quickly. Valves have been adjusted within last 1000 miles so I know it is not that. Fuel filter also changed 100 miles ago. Car is smoking so I know she is getting Fuel.
> > > >
> > > > Thanks, Nick
> > > >
> > >
> >
>

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[diesel_mercedes] Re: Re : Glow Plug Quality - Autolite

 

When I bought my car, it was a non runner with an OK body for the North East. I was on a mission to get it running quicly and for as little as possible.

I replaced all 5 glow plugs with autolites, they where available at the local chain for under 10 buck each.

That was 42K miles ago. it still starts fine, even in the winter with a double cycle.

Garaged over night, I seen it as cold as the teens in the garge, not often, mostly in the 20-40 degree F Dec-March inside, and park in the sun during the day while at work. No block heater at this time, it is on the list

So far so good with the autolites.

Steve

--- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, Yahoo! Member Service <tccservice111@...> wrote:
>
> I run Denso in my gasser
>
>
> --- On Wed, 8/8/12, Nate <vwnate1@...> wrote:
>
>
> From: Nate <vwnate1@...>
> Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re : Glow Plug Quality
> To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Wednesday, August 8, 2012, 5:31 PM
>
>
>
>  
>
>
>
>
> Since Robert BOSCH moved it's maufacturing to India , there has been a marked lack of quality , I no longer accept thier products , not even the spark plugs .
>
> -Nate
> Nate R. Opined :
> >
> > Bocsh please
> >
> >
> > --- On Mon, 8/6/12, Carmine <drnickv@> wrote:
> >
> >
> > From: Carmine <drnickv@>
> > Subject: [diesel_mercedes] Re: Glow plug question
> > To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com
> > Date: Monday, August 6, 2012, 9:05 AM
> >
> >
> >
> >  
> >
> >
> >
> > More glow plug questions: All of mine test out as bad. I hear autolight is horrible, is the bosch the way to go? They are only 9.50 each at rockauto. Are there a better brand? I see the ones at diesel giant are $120 for the set.
> >
> > What about the reamer thing. Should I do get one and do while the glow plugs are out?
> >
> > And a side question? I slightly remember a discussion about valve cover gaskets. I replaced mine when I adjusted the valves and now it leaks constantly. I see diesel giant sells a video. Is it that difficult to chang it right? He says there is a trick? Only use a mercedes brand gasket? My driveway would love it to stop.
> >
> > Thanks, Nick
> >
> > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "williamc" <wmcowart@> wrote:
> > >
> > > go to http://www.dieselgiant.com/glowplugrepair.htm for good instructions and pictures to test the entire glow plug system. Bill C
> > >
> > > --- In diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com, "Carmine" <drnickv@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > How does the glow plug system work in a 1984 300D. The car will not start and the yellow light is not coming on on the dash. It was fine yesterday. Today no go. Want to get her fixed quickly. Valves have been adjusted within last 1000 miles so I know it is not that. Fuel filter also changed 100 miles ago. Car is smoking so I know she is getting Fuel.
> > > >
> > > > Thanks, Nick
> > > >
> > >
> >
>

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