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Throw W123 parts in the trash?
Come to grips with the reality no one wants the '79 TD parts, right?
Just sitting here, cluttering the place up, and deteriorating. Should be able to get a few dollars in scrap value form the TD engine and transmission. Sad, as one day these parts be even harder to find. But, not like when I move can take it all with me and hold onto for 50 years. |
I haven't noticed ANYTHING listed for sale by you in the "For Sale" section of this forum. You might try there first before tossing anything. Nobody's psychic, we can't read your thoughts. If you don't list your stuff for sale where someone can find it, don't expect it to be claimed or bought.
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Maybe you can help on this too. I would get a bite, respond back, then never hear from them again. |
The last I remember you mentioning selling the parts, you were keeping the engine. Have you decided to sell it? What are you asking for the engine with turbo set-up?
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312,000 miles, great compression, 15 plus years of regular service, with a lot of new/rebuilt parts, including the turbocharger with less than 500 miles. S.L.S. was in working condition. What is it worth to you? |
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Umm, I appear to have spoken too soon. Mentioned it to the wife and a mutual agreement was that I was not going to start another new project until my final class was completed. 07-27. Sigh. The other option was to fly her out to see her sister for a couple of weeks' vacation. A quick check on finances put the kibosh on that.
Sorry and I wish you good luck selling the stuff. |
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Acknowledging that transport might be be a problem, off the top of my head I can think of :
SLS pump Rear hatch door card and interior trim. Third row seat & hardware. Resonator If it works the SLS pumps seem to get good money on e bay. You might see if rebuilt remanufactured mercedes benz automatic transmissions want the transmission. Nevermind, I thought they were in AZ. |
Mayhaps we can work a deal and help Adriel out at the same time. I have no use for the SLS pump. I'm looking for an engine to drop into my '81 CD and I'm not putting in another N.A. OM617.
Whaddya think Adriel? A couple of hundred Yankee dollars for the complete engine? Would you agree to $75 for the pump, Moonbeam? Shipping to you would be about $20 or a little less I'd imagine. I'd yank and pack it. |
Last ditch for selling SLS pumps should be sending them to C&M Hydraulics in Las Vegas. I sent four to them and got $60 each as cores.
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Okay, $200 without the S.L.S. head for the non-turbo engine. Will get the crane out after lunch. |
Umm, no. We seem to be having a miscommunication problem.
" I'm looking for an engine to drop into my '81 CD and I'm not putting in another N.A. OM617." I thought you were selling the turbo diesel. "312,000 miles, great compression, 15 plus years of regular service, with a lot of new/rebuilt parts, including the turbocharger with less than 500 miles. S.L.S. was in working condition." |
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If going to pull an engine from a wagon was keeping whole, rather just sell it at market value, as it isn't in the way. The front quarter (missing the sunroof) of the TD is in the back garden taking up space (back half is in the corner used as parts storage). Also, lot of the TD parts are on the patio and the furniture is out in the yard. |
Okay, my mistake. I misunderstood you. I thought you were selling the turbo-ed engine. Glad we got it straightened out before you started yanking the engine out.
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Hey, when things are resolved and able to make an offer for the turbocharged OM617a, bet will still be here. Not planing to build the TDL anytime soon, might never happen. |
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Though most frustrating was preparing the doors to be shipped off, then find out he wanted pristine doors, even under the rubber seal, and I was asking far below market trying to help out (was hit and not at fault). Quote:
Started looking on eBay again and was shocked at the prices for an S.L.S. non-turbo head. :eek: Shouldn't be something hard to store once off the engine, so alright if take a while (not like in high demand). Surprised the interior panels have any value, considering never wear out and these aren't in the best shape. If had the third row, would pit that in the TE. ;) Good idea on the transmission! Am going to be driving up to Portland this Summer, so if they wanted it, could bring it along. Quote:
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How about giving me feedback on my for sale post? Maybe eBay price divided in half is too high.
"Parting out a '79/'80 W123 300TD. Any reasonable offer considered, including combining. Automatic transmission was working, though no service history. $300 Engine for parts only, due to a bad piston ring, though of course rather sell whole for $750. Support arms $25 each Pulleys $25 each Injectors $30 each, or $125 for all five. Air filter housing $75 S.L.S pump $125 S.L.S. tank $100 Do have the S.L.S. hard lines if anyone interested. Fuel pump with A.D.A. and hard lines $125 Power steering pump $50 Thermostat housing $50 Intake manifold $100 Exhaust manifold $100 Engine fan $50 Cylinder head $500 Pistons $50 each or $225 for the set Crankshaft $100 All the interior was not perfect, dash cracked, so doubt any interest there, but informing that still have it, even the carpet for patterns. The 2nd row wagon only seats were in the best shape, $200 for all of it. Glove box $25 Hood $175 each Grill $50" Thank you so very much in advance for any help! :D |
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Mine said "no projects until you finish some". I interpret that to mean that I can go wild on the current projects. |
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The head alone is worth at least $250, plus all the rest, so why sell the engine at the same price? Just curious. Good point about clarifying the injectors. Why only eBay for the injection pump? And yes, my brain forgot the term... :o :rolleyes: Would be happy with even $1,500, that provide five months of living expenses. As for time, if can get the engine out of here, that free up a lot. Next be the seats, dash, H.V.A.C. box, hey wait, that isn't on the list... |
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Nice methods of interpreting the rules, Junkman. Sadly though, Mike has another pressing financial obligation, but not planning on parting the 300TD-T so should still be available when he is ready. |
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" so why sell the engine at the same price? Just curious "
Because you said " If you need anything, please let me know and will give you a good deal." and then ask full retail price for unwaranteed parts . You offered me a bent and non working TD antenna for $100 (?!) when Mercedes Specific Junk yards get less than that for guaranteed ones and most independent Junk yards get $20 for a working one then you got snarky when I politely pointed this out . I imagine you don't get further replies because of your failure to ask reasonable prices . Don't get upset, just be aware you're not working in reality . I'm no longer interested in your parts in any case . |
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I didn't ask full retail. Full retail would have been $300. So, you ask for a motor and then upset the antenna is bent? How is that my fault I misunderstood what you wanted? Didn't get snarky that am aware of, could you show me? Actually, I offered it to you for $20, so don't see why you are stuck on the $100, to help someone that thought a friend, but get stabbed in the back publicly. Reduced my prices down as recommended. So yes, might not and need to reduce further. I am only upset by me trusting someone that decided to publicly attack me. Why be upset at advice? Did I get upset at Jake for suggesting prices? I don't think so, as showed my appreciation not only in word, but deed. I be interested in only selling if you were polite, as don't want people am scared of having my address. |
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I would gather them ,picture them ,set price for all ,boxed and shipped for set price . Wait for the right person , ship . |
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And of course he didn't answer his telephone. Good idea on just taking pictures, packaging, get a rough weight for shipping cost, then put up in the attic for when eventually get to it. Except, only giving a month, then throwing out the masonite interior panels. I need that shelf space back. |
I didnt have to pay storage til jan . of this yr. Now that I do its a monthly reminder to get the stuff gone.
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Guess we both either have to sell or trash. |
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Just to set the record straight : you never offered me anything for $20, period .
Lying is always wrong and doesn't make you look innocent . EDIT: others here have contacted me off list and warned me about your dishonesty so don't compound it by lying more , O.K.? . |
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Guess need to post all the letters and have them evaluated? Then could learn from it. |
I am not making anyone think a non turbo head is worth as much as a turbo one, but I believe the casting is the same. Turbo valves and cam are for sure different. However, If someone had a cracked or badly warped turbo head, an N/A head casting could be used with all the turbo parts. Of course the guides would need to be replaced as well as the standard valve and seat grind and head surfacing. Also, if someone has a non-SLS engine that is good, and they want to put it in a wagon, the N/A bare head would be a good donor for a rebuilt turbo wagon head.........Rich
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Now thanks to you, can at least put that in the notes. Heck, no rush to sell as might need it someday myself. :P |
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