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Adriel · #1 01-04-2013, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by toomany MBZ

Sure thing, the epc is free, yet you must provide a valid U.S. based credit card number.

No charges are made, for North American cars, Euros are billed at $12 a year.

I agree, the 90 degree hood opening is quite welcome.

I use collapsable chocks:
http://www.discountramps.com/sportImages/wheel-blocks.jpg

i change out filters on a routine basis, yet you may encounter bad diesel, a couple of primary filters won't hurt, as will a bottle of cetane boost, fuel conditioner type stuff.

Thank you so much for the replies!

Oh! I forgot about the EPC! Will do it later, as been using the computer too much...

Well, how do they grip? Are they strong enough? I usually get my stuff off Amazon because I have credit with them and I like having reviews. The reviews said rubber was the only ones that held and didn't crush.

I already ordered Redline per the research I did over several sites, so... But, what is super helpful is the Biobor. Will order it. Be good as have some old diesel I was concerned about organic matter and especially lubricity.

Mind telling me how you added a thumbnail? Might be the way to add pictures.

The wrenches are ordered. It was a cultural communication difficulty and lack of experience on my part (if you are going to pay, call them instead of email).

Adriel · #2 01-04-2013, 01:41 PM

The Biobor has now been ordered.

Now got to go work on the Volvo. Not sure if I want to fix the seat or install a new thermostate. Decisions, decisions, decisions...

toomany MBZ · #3 01-04-2013, 03:04 PM

You're welcome.

I've only used those chocks in the drive way, not much of an incline, BTW, that is a pic I got off the web, but mine are of the same design.

There are some on Amazon.

Click on "Post Reply", a window will open, scroll down to "manage attachments", click on that and another window will open, go from there. That will let you chose from items on your computer or a url.

As far as posting that link, I merely copied the address and pasted in the "Post Quick Reply" box.

Good luck with your Volvo, sounds like you need to do both projects.

Adriel · #4 01-04-2013, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by toomany MBZ

You're welcome.

I've only used those chocks in the drive way, not much of an incline, BTW, that is a pic I got off the web, but mine are of the same design.

There are some on Amazon.

Click on "Post Reply", a window will open, scroll down to "manage attachments", click on that and another window will open, go from there. That will let you chose from items on your computer or a url.

As far as posting that link, I merely copied the address and pasted in the "Post Quick Reply" box.

Good luck with your Volvo, sounds like you need to do both projects.

Thank you so much for another reply and encouragement!

I am going to wait and see what size the rubber chocks are, as got lucky with the tool box, maybe I will again.

Let me try and see if I can do it. Will show the tool box and its contents, plus its home.

I need to do both, but decided interior work should be first since I might get started on the engine compartment work and not want to stop. Needs a fair bit of T.L.C. to make it almost perfect. I also decided if I fixed the seat I could take the time to sell for a good price. The seat was litterly a pain because the spring was thrashed into a multitude of bits and didn't know the lumbar works. Turns out the adjustment is so fine you have to turn the knob about four or five times which would have been uncomfortable with the seat in place due to the pillar. The Swedish design doesn't work with fat and/or tall Americans. That is why I bought a German auto: I am fairly tall and skinny.

Hey! It worked! Man that is so much easier than the gallery! Thank you so much!

Adriel · #5 01-04-2013, 11:06 PM

Got a foam pad cut and fit to the Mercedes. Used to be a foam topper but got dirty in the moves and the two layers were coming apart on the edges, which got cut off. With a cover neither will matter. Plus, no longer have a full. Super comfortable and can almost stretch out in the back! First stock wagen that I could do this so I am impressed!

I keep falling more and more in love...

Adriel · #6 01-05-2013, 09:37 PM

Classes start Monday, so REALLY need to get my study in shape. Went down to IKEA and got the IVAR system, as the least cost for the custom system I want. Plus, looks good and gives me finish options. Anyway, the point is I had to haul it all home. As you can see, thank goodness for station wagons! The side supports are 89" and just barely fit.

Only 200 pounds, so was a tad surprised how much the rear sank. I am sure it is better than springs, and rode way better than any loaded wagen I have driven!

It seemed it liked the load as felt more confidant around corners (went the same speed if not faster) and the slight bounce was gone. Though did reduce the acceleration from a standstill but not if in motion.

unkl300d · #7 01-05-2013, 10:23 PM

Thumbs up to ya !!

tram · #8 01-06-2013, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Adriel

Classes start Monday, so REALLY need to get my study in shape. Went down to IKEA and got the IVAR system, as the least cost for the custom system I want. Plus, looks good and gives me finish options. Anyway, the point is I had to haul it all home. As you can see, thank goodness for station wagons! The side supports are 89" and just barely fit.

Only 200 pounds, so was a tad surprised how much the rear sank. I am sure it is better than springs, and rode way better than any loaded wagen I have driven!

It seemed it liked the load as felt more confidant around corners (went the same speed if not faster) and the slight bounce was gone. Though did reduce the acceleration from a standstill but not if in motion.

LOL, when we moved into this house in 2003, we moved our huge "Youngstown Kitchens" 1950s modular unit in that car.

After that, since they're fragile, valuable, and I didn't want the movers touching them, I moved my 12,000 78RPM records in the same car. My wife was horrified when it sagged to the bump stops in the back on the first trip with a load of records, but I started it and the rear came right back level.

That wagon will haul more than most pick up trucks.

toomany MBZ · #9 01-12-2013, 04:16 PM

Yeah, can't tell.

Adriel · #10 01-12-2013, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by toomany MBZ

Yeah, can't tell.

Is this better?

I didn't know how to mark it on the computer, so got out a grease pencil and marked it.

tram · #11 01-12-2013, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Adriel

Is this better?

I didn't know how to mark it on the computer, so got out a grease pencil and marked it.

Adriel- is the oil leaking out around the screw itself?

Adriel · #12 01-12-2013, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by tram

Adriel- is the oil leaking out around the screw itself?

Danke for the help!

Out of the screws, especially the top one.

Got the first Mercedes Source order, so looking forward to using some of the stuff.

Also got a letter in the mail today saying State Farm is canceling the policy on the 26th! They better get there act together, or I am going somewhere else! A.A.A. was the first to cancel, so doubt I go back to them especially considering the prices. I don't like change!

tram · #13 01-12-2013, 05:01 PM

OK, just pull that screw out and lightly coat it on the upper threads and under the head with Blue Hylomar sealer available from FLAPS, then put it back in.If that stops the leak there, and I believe it will, then do the others one at a time.