Just Bought My first W123 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

sba121400 · #1 02-07-2011, 10:29 PM

I just purchased an 1984 300TD with 150k on it.
Here are some pictures more are to come.

Here is a list of what I plan of doing with the Wagon. If there is anything else that anyone would suggest please add comments.

Bosch Mono Valve
Mann Air Filter
Hirschmann Antenna Mast
Mercedes Antifreeze
Febi Shifter Bushing
Ulo Backup Lens
Ate Front Brake Rotor
Ate Rear Brake Rotor
Textar Front Brake Pad Set
Textar Rear Brake Pad Set
Pex Brake Pad Wear Sensor
Meyle brake Shoe Set
Ina Driveshaft Support Bearing
Bosch Diesel Primer Pump
Rein Driveshaft Center Boot
Meyle Motor Mount
Bruss Exhaust Hanger
OEM Flex Disc Kit
Bosch Inline Fuel Filter
Mann Spin-On Fuel Filter
Cohline Fuel Line
CPR Fuel Hose
Bosch Glow Plug
Oetiker Small Hose Clamp
Oetiker Medium Hose Clamp
Oetiker Large Hose Clamp
Mercedes Hydrulic Suspension Filter
Fisher & Plath Oil Drain Plug Gasket
Febi Oil Drain Plug
VictorReinz Oil Filter Housing Gasket
Bruss Oil Filter Gasket
Mann Oil Filter Kit
DPH Power Steering Pump Seal Kit
Mann Power Steering Filter
Uro Lower Radiator Hose
Uro Upper Radiator Hose
Stabilus-Boge Tailgate Strut
Behr Thermostat
Lemfoerder Left Tie Rod End
Lemfoerder Right Tie Rod End
Mann Transmission Filter
Woco Transmission Pan Gasket
Mercedes Transmission Pan Plug
Mercedes Turbocharger Seal Ring Upper
MTC Turbocharger Seal Ring Lower
Contitech A/C Compressor Belt
Contitech Alternator Belt
Contitech Power Steering Belt
VictorReinz Valve Cover Gasket
Bosch Voltage Regulator
Laso Water Pump And Seal
SKF Front Wheel Bearing Kit
Bosch Wiper Blade Assembly
VictorReinz Oil Filter Housing Gasket
Fuel Filter Bolt O-Ring
Bruss Injector Line End Plug
VictorReinz Oil Pan Gasket
Interior Lights
Front Brake Caliper Rebuild Kit
Rear Brake Caliper Rebuild Kit
Valve Adjustment Kit, Feeler Gauge
Fuse Kit
Monark Fuel Injector Nozzles + Heat Shields
Glowplug Reamer
Tires
Fluids
Oil
Power Steering
Transmission
Windshield Wiper Fluid
Differential
Hydraulic Suspension
Gasket Glue
Diesel Fuel Treatment
Antifreeze
Brake Fluid
Blue Loctite
Brake Cleaner
Looking For
Euro Headlamps
Trailer Hitch
Blue 3rd row Seat

sba121400 · #2 02-07-2011, 10:30 PM

More pics

mikeyfev1 · #3 02-07-2011, 10:32 PM

Congrats! Nice looking car. Welcome to the group.

Crazy_Nate · #4 02-07-2011, 10:32 PM

How much rust does the car have? I'd probably start there...

mikeyfev1 · #5 02-07-2011, 10:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Crazy_Nate

How much rust does the car have? I'd probably start there...

Yea; I always hear:

check for rust...too much, don't bother. I'm ignoring that advice
check engine compression; too low or inconsistent from cylinder-to-cylinder...don't bother with the engine.

Crazy_Nate · #6 02-07-2011, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeyfev1

Yea; I always hear:

check for rust...too much, don't bother. I'm ignoring that advice
check engine compression; too low or inconsistent from cylinder-to-cylinder...don't bother with the engine.

I had a rusty one in college! The shock went straight through the trailing arm...I threw in the gloves

It was a nice car if there wasn't rust...

But, yeah, back to the OP, I see surface rust on one of the wheel arches and some on the front. I'd probably check the various drains and underneath the battery...fun places!

JimmyL · #7 02-07-2011, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by sba121400

I recently just purchased an 1984 300TDT with 150k on it.

Ahhh, FIRST thing you need to do is have a better look at the wagon hatch to see what your wagon should properly be referred to......

I think you will find you are utilizing one T too many......

And wow, that is one long list of stuff!! Should be just below $8000.....

Oh dear!! You also appear to have a body in the back!!

sba121400 · #8 02-07-2011, 10:58 PM

The rust isn't that bad, the wheel arch and rear hatch need attention other than that the body is pretty sold. The engine purrs, no knocking or anything, I still need to check for compression but I don't think there will be a problem there. I picked the car up for 2500 and plan on spending 1500 in mechanical and 1000 in body work to get the wagon back into good shape. I will be doing all the mechanical work myself so no cost for labor. I am picking this baby up on Saturday and hope to be able to get it on a lift to check out underneath. I will be posting pictures and progress of my work on this wagon as time goes on. I am looking for a blue Third row seat and some european lights if anybody has some.
Sean

alamostation · #9 02-07-2011, 11:12 PM

Thank you for posting this. Every time I am about to throw in the towel on Rommel, someone posts a car that cost more to buy and needs more work.

andrewjtx · #10 02-07-2011, 11:48 PM

That's a nice list you got there. I'd love to have your free time.

Hah. I got home at 5, did an oil change, dinner and stories and the babies were in bed by 7:30. I feel like ****** superman.

busman1965 · #11 02-08-2011, 07:45 AM

Nice Wagon, just got my 83 300TD on the road last month. Great cars, loads of fun to drive.

Biodiesel300TD · #12 02-08-2011, 12:28 PM

Make sure to read up on your self-leveling-system. Here is a guide on how the system works and all it's parts - Self-Leveling-System - How it works, and troubleshooting the system

sba121400 · #13 02-08-2011, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Biodiesel300TD

Make sure to read up on your self-leveling-system. Here is a guide on how the system works and all it's parts - Self-Leveling-System - How it works, and troubleshooting the system

Thanks, I will take a look at that if I have any problems.

Codifex Maximus · #14 02-08-2011, 01:49 PM

Prioritize!

Do a full inspection of the various systems.
Braking. High priority. Liners, discs, hydraulic hoses for cracking, etc...
Engine. High priority. Oil, turbo, compression, valve clearance, injectors etc...
Fuel. High priority. Fuel lines at the tank, between injectors, pump to injection pump, manual pump, etc...
Drive train. High priority. Bearings, bushings, rear axles, flex joins, etc...
Suspension. Fairly high priority. All steering, damping, rubber, sway.
Electrical. Moderate priority. Lights, windows, dash, blower, etc...
Exhaust. Moderate to Low priority. Check the hangers and for rust.
Vacuum. Moderate to Low priority. Fuel shutoff, door locking system, Self Leveling System, servos for heating and air.
Water ducts. Low priority. Clean out all water ducting. Not a show stopper but could contribute to rust which will be a big problem if ignored.
Interior. Low priority. Should be done as one of the last things due to damage that can occur during car repair.
Exterior. Low priority. Should also be done late in the restoration due to probable damage during further repair.

Basically, inspect for show stoppers such as rust, frame damage, engine and trans damage. Repair the mechanical and electrical. Then start on the cosmetic.

Fine looking wagon!

Renntag · #15 02-08-2011, 02:24 PM

Nice car and welcome.

I must first say that your list is a llittle overwhelming. You might be careful with those "hose clamps" They are pesky buggers !

This kind of looks like a 14 year old girls wish list.....ie everything from the catalog. LOL.

No offense, but if you'll allow me a moment to goof on language:

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Originally Posted by sba121400

I recently just purchased an 1984 300TDT

Please note that in most cases if you 'recently' did something, you 'just' did it, and vice versa.

Congrats btw, as the 300TD is a fantastic benz, and one that will provide great utility.

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Originally Posted by sba121400

I have a list that I will attach of what i am planning on doing with the car.

Correct me if I am wrong here, is it better to say "what I plan to do" ? You could be planning right now for the future, you might "plan on doing" or "plan to be doing".... and so on.

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Originally Posted by sba121400

If there is anything else that anyone would suggest please add comments.

Please take my above comment for face value, no agenda or ill intended. I find humour in the use of language awkward, erroneous or otherwise. I also live on a two way street.

My comment is that it appears that you are very excited about this car, and that is just what this community needs. Many of us are passionate about our cars. That being said, be sure to realistically establish a goal and priorities for your car and hobby. Do you wish to spend to the moon and have 20K in a 4-8K car? Do you wish to have a nice driver on a budget and keep things in perspective?

My suggestion is to read about what commonly ails the W123TD and check all of those systems on your car. Keep in mind that certain imperfections should be tolerated and dealt with later to keep focus on maintenance priorities. As time goes by you will have a chance to visit most parts of your car and improve as possible.

If, in the first post, you made a list of everything you might need over the next 10 years of ownership and wish to test our knowledge, then I apologize.

You could add SLS components, water pump and T-stat parts/hoses/tie rods and ball joints/expansion tank/fuel bypass hoses/injector nozzles/ delivery valve seals/cigar hose/turbo drain seals/air cleaner mounts/motor mounts/climate control components, and a metric ton of fuel and oil filters.

Best of luck, keep the photos coming, and welcome to TD ownership !!

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Originally Posted by JimmyL

Ahhh, FIRST thing you need to do is have a better look at the wagon hatch to see what your wagon should properly be referred to......

I think you will find you are utilizing one T too many......

I continually see documentation referring to this model as a TDT, thus supporting its use. Clearly we all know it to be a TD, but it also seems to have earned industry designation as a TDT as well.

By the same logic quoted above, when we mention a W123, we could suggest the poster look at the back of their car and see that it doesnt say W123 at all.