Decided to jump into adj the valves yesterday on my 83 300sd. Really wasn't looking forward to it because everything I researched didn't line up with what my engine bay looks like.

After starting on it, I really did have to take off more than the norm. Po put the injector line thru the linkage instead of under on number 4.

Anywho this morning I am checking timing chain stretch and for the life of me can't figure out the marks on the cam shaft. All I see are two sets of numbers and a Mercedes stamp. Usually other cars have a little dot or line on the cam. Thanks in advance

will this help you any?

http://www.peachparts.com/Wikka/OM617TimingChainStretch

Charlie

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there were three HP ratings on the OM616...

1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

We are advised to NOT judge ALL Muslims by the actions of a few lunatics, but we are encouraged to judge ALL gun owners by the actions of a few lunatics. Funny how that works

Would be nice to know what vehicle you are working on.

This pic is of my 84 300D. The mark is behind the Camshaft Drive Gear and the other is on the Camshaft Bearing Tower. Look at the pic on the left half of this split pic.

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84 300D, 82 Volvo 244Gl Diesel

911, he stated it's an 83SD in the post...

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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!

Some how I missed it.

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84 300D, 82 Volvo 244Gl Diesel