'85 300D - Leaking Transmission Fluid? - Page 2 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

Ya Mar · #16 10-18-2010, 08:58 PM

Tank Owner,

Thanks for the tips on bleeding the slave cylinder. I bleed the brakes when I put in new calipers so I'm somewhat familiar with the process. I'll read in the owners manual and on the forum for more tips.

I'm going to let the existing master cylinder stay since it works fine, if the brakes start to feel soft I'll replace it. Since it's not broken I don't want to risk opening a can of worms by putting in a new one. I wonder how long they usually last, on average...? Hmm.

I noticed in your signature you have a 95 E300D. How do you like the 124 compared with your 123. I've been thinking about getting a 124 because I do a lot of distance driving and I think it might be more comfortable on the highway and a bit faster. Is yours the 3.0 inline 6? How do you feel the handling compares with the 123?

Ya Mar · #17 10-20-2010, 02:09 AM

For anyone still following this thread,

I replaced the slave cylinder today and the clutch is back to normal. I did the reverse clutch bleeding, it was a pain, and it was messy, but it's all done!

Thanks for the help!

tankowner · #18 10-23-2010, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Ya Mar

Tank Owner,

Thanks for the tips on bleeding the slave cylinder. I bleed the brakes when I put in new calipers so I'm somewhat familiar with the process. I'll read in the owners manual and on the forum for more tips.

I'm going to let the existing master cylinder stay since it works fine, if the brakes start to feel soft I'll replace it. Since it's not broken I don't want to risk opening a can of worms by putting in a new one. I wonder how long they usually last, on average...? Hmm.

I noticed in your signature you have a 95 E300D. How do you like the 124 compared with your 123. I've been thinking about getting a 124 because I do a lot of distance driving and I think it might be more comfortable on the highway and a bit faster. Is yours the 3.0 inline 6? How do you feel the handling compares with the 123?

Glad you have it all back together and the problem is solved.

Yeah, the '95 has the 606.910 which is a 3.0 inline 6. It's a great car; those that have one will testify to that. Very good highway cruiser - if you are doing distance driving you will not be disappointed. If you go looking for one, just make sure you do your homework first. Pay what is appropriate for condition and mileage and watch out for common problems (AC evaporator and wiring harness are the main two).

My 123 is the 240D so, even though we are comparing two non-turbos, the winner of that race is easily the '95. The 124 has much more comfort to offer as well. The '95 is not fast off the line, but if you can deal with a 0-60 time of about 13 seconds - then no problem. Acceleration at driving speed is pretty good for an NA diesel.

When it comes handling, I honestly don't have much to go on. My 123 has been more of a project up to this point. I had to rebuild the clutch and, once I finished that, I moved on to redoing the front suspension/steering. So far it has handled terribly but, then again, every bushing and ball joint was/is in need of replacement. I started that project several months ago, but had to put off finishing it on account of moving. I think I am just about to the point where I am ready to resume work. The 123 and 124 both definitely have their merits. I enjoy the simplicity and classic look of my 240D, but I also like the look of the '95 and all the added comfort features that come with it.