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diametricalbenz 09-17-2006 09:38 PM
Darn I was just over in Escondido at Matt's place we drove right by Vista on the 78 freeway. We could have looked at it and it might have given a new perspective on it. Is the rest of the car in good condition otherwise?

PanzerSD 09-18-2006 02:35 AM
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Originally Posted by spamman450 (Post 1278735)
Fluid level good. played with the bowden cable all day, differences in shifts but no kickdown . The fuses appear to be good. I also changed the vacume modulator and the k-1 spring cause it slipped between gears. Fixed the slip but no kickdown. I thought this car was a steal, but its just a huge Pain in the butt now.
Maybe Kickdown solenoid....

how often do you put your foot into it that far that the non-functioning switch is a hinderance???

bgkast 09-18-2006 03:03 AM
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Originally Posted by TWeatherford (Post 1279358)
Hey, Maybe A New Cam Would Help. ;) Only $275.
:bowrofl::bowrofl::bowrofl::bowrofl:

PanzerSD 09-18-2006 03:34 AM
Look at me, I have hundreds if no thousands of hours in my mercedes, and LOTS of money invested in just maintainance issues, and I'm nowhere near the point of giving up on it.

Craig 09-18-2006 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Got_The_Benz (Post 1279770)
Maybe Kickdown solenoid....

how often do you put your foot into it that far that the non-functioning switch is a hinderance???
That's what I was thinking, I almost never use the kickdown on my 300D. If the cable is adjusted correctly, it will downshift long before you hit the switch under most conditions. If I do (rarely) want to force a shift, it's easier to use the shift lever. It would probably take me weeks to notice if it stopped working, now the 240D is a different story. ;)

rg2098 09-18-2006 09:21 AM
I understand the fustration. Mine downshifts from 4-3 no problems but I can't ask it to go any further down unless I'm going less then 10mph, then it will kick down 3-2. Hey, remember I have a brand new trans in mine and it still behaves like that, and I know everything works / adjusted right.

Craig 09-18-2006 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by rg2098 (Post 1279843)
I understand the fustration. Mine downshifts from 4-3 no problems but I can't ask it to go any further down unless I'm going less then 10mph, then it will kick down 3-2. Hey, remember I have a brand new trans in mine and it still behaves like that, and I know everything works / adjusted right.
Try tightening the cable about a half turn, you may like it better. I prefer the cable adjusted so I can control the downshifts with my right foot. I also have a (fairly) new tranny, but adjusting the cable is sort of a "personal preference" thing.

spamman450 09-18-2006 05:31 PM
Thanks for all the advice guys. i ended up selling it last night. i think im gonna get an SD, or drive my 240d till the wheels fall off.

pawoSD 09-18-2006 05:51 PM
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Originally Posted by spamman450 (Post 1280256)
Thanks for all the advice guys. i ended up selling it last night. i think im gonna get an SD, or drive my 240d till the wheels fall off.
Wow...that was quick! If you didn't like that it didn't downshift, I'd not get a 240....68 horses under the hood, and only if they are healthy. :D ;) 300SD's are pretty quick. Mine hauls :D

rudolfgreen 09-18-2006 06:58 PM
how much did you sell it for?
after all the response, sure we all want to know..

mushedroom 09-18-2006 09:20 PM
could i buy the little piece of wood between the glove box and the passenger door?

JimmyL 09-19-2006 12:56 AM
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Originally Posted by mushedroom (Post 1280478)
could i buy the little piece of wood between the glove box and the passenger door?
From who???? :confused: :confused:

spamman450 09-19-2006 01:14 AM
i sold it for 700 bucks. i put it on craigslist and sold it 4 hours later. lots of interest apparently. as for that wood piece what is it worth to you?

JimmyL 09-19-2006 01:54 AM
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Originally Posted by spamman450 (Post 1280690)
i sold it for 700 bucks. i put it on craigslist and sold it 4 hours later. lots of interest apparently. as for that wood piece what is it worth to you?
Good Lord, you just sold your headache. Give it to him plus shipping.......
:)


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