Are all these 240D`s that you guys have to keep floored (peddle to the metal) automatics?
I really don`t have this problem with my 80 240D manual trans.

I agree as to Mbeige said.
Things have to be properly adjusted and working correctly to maximize max pwr.

I had this part fail on my 240, the rubber was tearing in two. so I could
not get to full movement to the linkage.

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This part was used on the 80 240D and SD. Not sure of the 300D or if only one yr or???

Here is the thread on that.
Throttle Linkage Part

Here is another type the fell apart.


Here is the thread on that
Is this the throttle bushing? 240D

Make sure all the Ball and Sockets on the linkages are lubed. Most I see
in the yards haven`t see any type of lube in years and are rusty.


Charlie


sent from my pos computer

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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

Here's a 240D passing another vehicle on the Autobahn. It is possible!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VmMci7Q1so

What's 130kph work out to? 60?70?

As quiet as that car is running at that speed, it's certainly a manual trans, probably a 5 speed no less...

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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!

The video says 240D. But the lighted sunvisor mirror says 300D (unless those options are a-la-carte for W123s in Europe).
Wasn't impressed with the big screws holding the wood trim to the dash.

My solid-body 240D, with a factory replacement engine, is pretty quiet when revved or cruising on the highway and passing power is decent. When pushed, that engine sounds closer to a 4-cyl gasser. It's actually quieter than my '84 Euro 300TD. Then again, the Euro has more rust and perhaps less soundproofing and maybe the open cargo bay magnifies noise.
Either car is serene compared to my first diesel - a $200, rusty & tired automatic 240D, well thrashed by the PO's teenagers. That car was nearly deafening at speeds above 60 mph!

Happy Motoring, Mark

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