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09-20-2006, 09:12 AM
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Pulled my engine last weekend
Well I finally found the time to pull the engine out of my '87 300SDL. There wasn't really anything wrong with the function of the engine but the block is so incredibly rusty that I had to paint it.
The original number 14 head doesn't appear to have any cracks and there was no evidence of a cracked head when it was running. So I think I'll just leave the head on for now, if it needs head work later I won't have to pull the engine again (although it was the easiest engine I've ever pulled). I'll pull the pan and take some measurements now that I have the shop manual. I figure I should probably replace as many seals as I can get to and the lower guide rails as well. I've got the exterior of the engine stripped except for the injection pump. So here's my question- do I have to remove the injection pump? If so, is it as hard as it looks? Thumbing through my shop manual the remove/install instructions look quite tedious so I was thinking I could leave it on and just work around it. Is this possible? Is this even a good idea or am I just being lazy? 
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1987 300SDL 167k 1992 Volvo 740 140k 1990 Volvo 740 250k 1989 Volvo 240 269k Anyone want to trade an old Volvo for an '87 300sdl? 
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09-20-2006, 09:22 AM
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If it can be masked off, just paint around it.
UNBELIVEABLE! pulling the engine to PAINT IT? wow, you have a lot of time on your hands. you HAVE to post before and after pictures. US 617 drivers need to see another 603, so post a pic of all this.
John
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John HAUL AWAY, OR CRUSHED CARS!!! HELP ME keep the cars out of the crusher! A/C Thread "as I ride with my a/c on... I have fond memories of sweaty oily saturdays and spewing R12 into the air. THANKS for all you do! My drivers: 1987 190D 2.5Turbo 1987 560SL convertible 1987 190D 2.5-5SPEED!!!  1987 300TD 2005 Dodge Sprinter 2500 158"WB 1994GMC 2500 6.5Turbo truck... I had to put the ladder somewhere!
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09-20-2006, 11:09 AM
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Yeah it's a bit excessive but rust here in Michigan is a big issue. I plan on having this car for a very long time and the rust and salt will eat this car up in a few years in Michigan. The body is clean but the block is so rusty I thought it might rust through (ok, a slight exaggeration).
I took some pictures while I was removing the engine and I'll take some more of the engine stripped down. It's ugly. I'll probably have to spend about a week cleaning it after work. There was an underhood exhaust leak. I'm planning on brushing on POR20 for paint. Any other block painting suggestions? Any aluminum cleaning suggestions? I've tried ammonia and a wire brush, they both work ok but aren't that great.
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1987 300SDL 167k 1992 Volvo 740 140k 1990 Volvo 740 250k 1989 Volvo 240 269k Anyone want to trade an old Volvo for an '87 300sdl?
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09-20-2006, 02:13 PM
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rusty block? Spray bar and chain oil on it. Yes, the same stuff you put in the chain saw. An air compressor and a $40 gun designed for spray chip guard on rocker panels works slick. Great for undercarriages also. Stops rust. Metal likes oil.
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Currently driving a very clean 1985 300SD from the West Coast. 
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09-20-2006, 02:51 PM
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for auminum try pink condenser coil cleaner...
it is available at most a/c repair supply shops.
I know what you mean about winter car rust. I have a buick in my lot from ohio, and MAN what a rusty mess. John
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John HAUL AWAY, OR CRUSHED CARS!!! HELP ME keep the cars out of the crusher! A/C Thread "as I ride with my a/c on... I have fond memories of sweaty oily saturdays and spewing R12 into the air. THANKS for all you do! My drivers: 1987 190D 2.5Turbo 1987 560SL convertible 1987 190D 2.5-5SPEED!!! 1987 300TD 2005 Dodge Sprinter 2500 158"WB 1994GMC 2500 6.5Turbo truck... I had to put the ladder somewhere!
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09-20-2006, 02:54 PM
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oh, and if you are protecting the block,
don't forget to cover the fasteners. you may even want to get some ceramic coating for the exaust fasteners. if you ever want to dissasemble in the future, prevention is great.
Daily washing the engine and frame is a good idea in your area as well. a heated garage is a good thing too. I designed a heating pad for garages to help melt and dry cars in your area. let me know if you want info on it. John
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John HAUL AWAY, OR CRUSHED CARS!!! HELP ME keep the cars out of the crusher! A/C Thread "as I ride with my a/c on... I have fond memories of sweaty oily saturdays and spewing R12 into the air. THANKS for all you do! My drivers: 1987 190D 2.5Turbo 1987 560SL convertible 1987 190D 2.5-5SPEED!!! 1987 300TD 2005 Dodge Sprinter 2500 158"WB 1994GMC 2500 6.5Turbo truck... I had to put the ladder somewhere!
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