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Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-20-2023, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 881
Posted By wschotty
[QUOTE=Proctor750;4301912]I did see one thread...

[QUOTE=Proctor750;4301912]I did see one thread where some guy started the project but some other fella finished it but didn't post any details at all. It was a white one I believe.
Send me a link if...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-04-2022, 01:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,562
Posted By wschotty
There was a service bulletin for the crank sensor...

There was a service bulletin for the crank sensor on these Jeeps. I wasn't sure if mine had been replaced so I bought a spare just in case. I've been carrying a spare for over 10 years, of course...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-02-2022, 11:06 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 11,890
Posted By wschotty
Nice project! Check out post 58 on this...

Nice project!

Check out post 58 on this thread for some others who have been down this road:



OM606 rear sump oil pan?...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-15-2021, 12:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,490
Posted By wschotty
If you search for a 722.6 or NAG1 dipstick should...

If you search for a 722.6 or NAG1 dipstick should come up from various suppliers, may even be available from Pelican. Don't use a random piece of wire as some have stated in that other forum post I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-15-2021, 01:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 563
Posted By wschotty
After lots of issues with cheap remans, I found...

After lots of issues with cheap remans, I found CVJ out of Denver will rebuild the factory axles well and for a relatively good price.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-15-2021, 01:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,490
Posted By wschotty
That sounds like a pressure issue, like low fluid...

That sounds like a pressure issue, like low fluid or clogged filter... unless the pump is dying or some kind of internal pressure loss. Do you have a dipstick tool for the 722.6 to check the level?...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-13-2021, 11:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,490
Posted By wschotty
You sound much like me, regarding the newer...

You sound much like me, regarding the newer models, though I have kept one om642 4x4 (in a Jeep) around for the deep snow times. That is an excellent example you have, in my opinion W126 were the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-12-2021, 12:13 PM
Replies: 346
Views: 59,982
Posted By wschotty
1991 300SD 5 speed Don't mind the...

1991 300SD 5 speed



Don't mind the ugly exhaust, changing that to twin pipes next time I have the rear end out for the 3.06 swap.



All vehicles in the photo are diesel. :)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-12-2021, 11:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,490
Posted By wschotty
Don Andres, Is that in the white on black...

Don Andres,

Is that in the white on black interior w126 606 swapped car? IIRC that had a 722.3 when it was first built. If it is a 722.6, there should be either an OF gear or PCS standalone...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-01-2021, 09:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,447
Posted By wschotty
Car is gone. I sent you a PM.

Car is gone.






I sent you a PM.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-23-2021, 03:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,447
Posted By wschotty
Yes, OFgear controller for trans and DSL1 from...

Yes, OFgear controller for trans and DSL1 from Baldur for engine.





I would agree, best is to leave oil capacity and not modify the pan. Here are the only pictures I captured before the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-23-2021, 12:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,447
Posted By wschotty
No problem, and thank you! ...

No problem, and thank you!







722.608 which had OD 5th on the swap, I can't imagine that carbbed 2.7 liked it with the 4 speed on the highway though.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-22-2021, 10:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,447
Posted By wschotty
Here are some more seat pics, though I don't...

Here are some more seat pics, though I don't think shipping these to FL is feasible or easy.


rwd4evr - Interesting... this was a om606 swapped rig. I have the mounts, oil pan, and custom...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-20-2021, 02:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,702
Posted By wschotty
Here is a photo of a w126 fuel strainer clogged...

Here is a photo of a w126 fuel strainer clogged with this growth. The tank I found that in had been sitting in Portland for years at about 1/8 full.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-20-2021, 02:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,447
Posted By wschotty
Attached here are some better shots of the seat...

Attached here are some better shots of the seat and mounting.

garyd75 - It would be nice to make this a driver again, however the list of projects that I'll maybe get to in this lifetime...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-19-2021, 11:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,447
Posted By wschotty
Yes they are, unfortunately the passenger seat...

Yes they are, unfortunately the passenger seat has some tears on the backrest. I didn't look too closely, it appears the original rails with handle release were used for manual fore-aft movement, but...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-19-2021, 10:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,447
Posted By wschotty
And a few more

And a few more
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-19-2021, 10:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,447
Posted By wschotty
More photos

More photos
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-19-2021, 10:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,447
Posted By wschotty
W116 1976 280S $300

1976 280S, no engine or transmission. It had a diesel swap in it that I used for another project. Miles are unknown, likely between 100-150k.

Tires are from January of 2019, seemed OK on a short...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-13-2020, 11:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,618
Posted By wschotty
Oh man, I saw that car listed. If you...

Oh man, I saw that car listed.



If you do decide to part it out please let me know, would take the driveshaft and some other 350 specific parts if the price is right. I didn't buy it due to the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-07-2020, 01:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,497
Posted By wschotty
The 350SD got a little wax: 156711 ...

The 350SD got a little wax:

156711


156712


Still need to sort the wheels and tires out sometime before summer, but she is coming along.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-02-2020, 06:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,876
Posted By wschotty
I had a similar issue cause one of my 2 OM617...

I had a similar issue cause one of my 2 OM617 failures. Mine was a poor attempt at an oil line repair, using a woefully inadequate clamp to hold a hose on the steel line. I drove the car around in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-19-2020, 04:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By wschotty
83 300SD - Anybody want it?

>>>>>Thread update: A gentleman in Denver has claimed the car. If for some reason that falls through I'll update the thread.

Hey everybody!

I'm about to wrap up stripping down my old '83 w126....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-19-2020, 12:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,178
Posted By wschotty
Dieselmeken superpumps are great fun and...

Dieselmeken superpumps are great fun and completely worth it. I just ran my first 33% boost run on my 606 126 last week and am smiling still today. Now just need to get the brakes working proper, I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-04-2020, 11:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,195
Posted By wschotty
That is awesome. I like vstech's idea for fire...

That is awesome. I like vstech's idea for fire rings, lot of the high HP cummins are running those if you can find somebody who can machine in the groves.

Hope this round lasts a bit longer!...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-01-2020, 09:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,195
Posted By wschotty
If you aren't afraid of a bit of fabrication, it...

If you aren't afraid of a bit of fabrication, it isn't so bad. I've been slowly putting mine together (I'm worn out and crippled most days), working on wrapping up the wiring and final bits here in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-23-2019, 09:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,263
Posted By wschotty
Thanksgiving gave us ~40": 155287 That...

Thanksgiving gave us ~40":

155287

That car is sitting on a trailer too.

155288

OM642 Jeep is the preferred winter transport:
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-28-2019, 03:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,715
Posted By wschotty
Yeah, in stock form. I believe the EDC17 cars...

Yeah, in stock form. I believe the EDC17 cars have options for deletes now.

If your mechanic friend is willing to do a w126 om606 swap the above should be a leisurely afternoon.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-26-2019, 02:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,558
Posted By wschotty
Wow, that is a beauty, and with a new engine!...

Wow, that is a beauty, and with a new engine! That is quite a car for that price.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-26-2019, 02:55 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 10,330
Posted By wschotty
I have to say, the OM642 and newer 4 cyl diesels...

I have to say, the OM642 and newer 4 cyl diesels are great fun to drive.

Can't say much on the 2nd gen om642 or 4 cyl engines for durability, but my first generation had the following issues so...
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