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Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-13-2004, 10:16 PM

Replies: 217

"High Performance" SDL "Only pre-approved bidders will be allowed to bid

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Posted By artpb

For every seat there's an ass.

For every seat there's an ass.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-07-2004, 04:46 PM

Replies: 4

Dash board screw covers W123

Views: 2,952

Posted By artpb

I purchased some form the dealer last year. It's...

I purchased some form the dealer last year. It's easy for them to locate. Not to expensive

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-24-2004, 11:11 PM

Replies: 15

Calif. drivers, find your ULSD station...

Views: 2,271

Posted By artpb

Does Mercedes Benz spec a cetane rating for...

Does Mercedes Benz spec a cetane rating for various diesel engine's? That would be the ? I imagine

werd - art

Forum: Detailing and Interior

10-27-2004, 08:11 AM

Replies: 13

Exhaust manifold rust removal

Views: 12,562

Posted By artpb

If you just want your car to look better then go...

If you just want your car to look better then go ahead and remove the rust and recoat the iron parts. If you show your car then remove the rust and stop there.

Forum: Detailing and Interior

10-06-2004, 12:20 AM

Replies: 13

Exhaust manifold rust removal

Views: 12,562

Posted By artpb

Permatex Naval Jelly removes rust from manifolds....

Permatex Naval Jelly removes rust from manifolds. Apply carefully in small amounts, let sit a few minutes and then agitate with a small stiff brush. Rinse with plenty of water.

Do small sections...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-23-2004, 10:20 PM

Replies: 2

300 SD - the ultimate cruiser

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Posted By artpb

Yup - Drove from Buffalo NY to Starfest in...

Yup - Drove from Buffalo NY to Starfest in Mansfield Ohio then returned to Buffalo and went on to MA, ME, NH, and RI. Abt 1800 highway and 700 local miles driven. Air on and off as necessary. A...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-03-2004, 10:08 PM

Replies: 77

How much do you rely on Shop Forum for "support"?

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Posted By artpb

I always use this forum to research and/or verify...

I always use this forum to research and/or verify my endeavors to maintain both of my Mercedes vehicles. This forum is also a good place to keep up with supplier offerings and the viability of their...

Forum: Events & Gatherings

07-13-2004, 04:33 PM

Replies: 97

New England Summer 2004 Diesel GTG

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Posted By artpb

Many entheusists will be at Starfest 2004 in...

Many entheusists will be at Starfest 2004 in Mansfield Ohio from July 31st to Aug. 4th. This is MBCA's premier National event and is only held every two years. Amoung other things I'll be in the...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

06-02-2004, 11:53 PM

Replies: 46

Who here has an Orient Red W123?

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Posted By artpb

My winter car is a 1983 300TD in Orient Red. It's...

My winter car is a 1983 300TD in Orient Red. It's difficult to keep the oxidation from returning.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires

05-31-2004, 06:20 PM

Replies: 7

Bridgestone Turanza LS-H

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Posted By artpb

Ditto Hodges. Have had them (LS-H) on the SD for...

Ditto Hodges. Have had them (LS-H) on the SD for 18,000 miles and I am still pleased with them. Good handling, tracking and ride. Agree they are good in light snow.

They show imperceptable wear...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-27-2004, 11:25 PM

Replies: 9

Test drove new E320 CDI

Views: 1,214

Posted By artpb

Where else could one find this kind of humor.

Where else could one find this kind of humor.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-21-2004, 07:17 AM

Replies: 17

CAT ELC in an OM617?

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Posted By artpb

A coolant ph of 7.0 would be ideal and is...

A coolant ph of 7.0 would be ideal and is neutral. Not acidic/not alkaline. Pool supply stores sell test strips for testing ph. The mercedes gold antifreeze should yield a ph under 7.5 when mixed...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-20-2004, 06:47 PM

Replies: 17

CAT ELC in an OM617?

Views: 2,751

Posted By artpb

Ph is also important. Otherwise your plastic...

Ph is also important. Otherwise your plastic radiator parts will look like they spent time in an ill maintained swimming pool. Probably the biggest reason for broken necks on our radiators is...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

02-21-2004, 04:23 PM

Replies: 18

What are these holes in engine compartment?

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Posted By artpb

These holes are in the area Mercedes Benz...

These holes are in the area Mercedes Benz installs ABS for these years.

Art

Forum: Tech Help

02-09-2004, 12:19 AM

Replies: 74

Switching to synthetic oil for older motors?

Views: 11,731

Posted By artpb

Switched both my diesels at over 100k to Mobil 1....

Switched both my diesels at over 100k to Mobil 1. They both leaked after a while. However within 5k miles of making the switch, the leaks went away.

Marshall Booth has run a test where he has...

Forum: Detailing and Interior

12-26-2003, 10:57 PM

Replies: 33

Micro fiber cloth

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Posted By artpb

I found you must be careful with microfiber. The...

I found you must be careful with microfiber. The stitching around the edges of some products can be abrasive. It may also be a good idea to remove the label if it has one. Finally wash only in warm...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-14-2003, 01:39 PM

Replies: 28

Please Critique/ I want to join the MB diesel club

Views: 3,177

Posted By artpb

First of all most cars do not last this long. So...

First of all most cars do not last this long. So some of the parts we are faced with replacing are not an issue. When is the last time you heard of someone replacing motor mounts on a Pontiac?Then,...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-02-2003, 07:21 PM

Replies: 5

really interesting site....

Views: 1,108

Posted By artpb

Informative

Seems certain cars have head problems and others have rod problems in the 300sd/sdl catagory. If I were shopping I would look for one that had these problems already resolved.

Forum: Detailing and Interior

11-19-2003, 10:05 PM

Replies: 17

get yourself some microfiber towels

Views: 3,994

Posted By artpb

Watch out for MF towels. Quality varies. Best...

Watch out for MF towels. Quality varies. Best ones have stitching that will not scratch and no labels that may also scratch. I would not use them on tinted windows.

Forum: Tech Help

11-19-2003, 07:48 AM

Replies: 7

123 Fog Lights

Views: 1,078

Posted By artpb

I own drive a 300SD and a 300TDT both 83's.

I own drive a 300SD and a 300TDT both 83's.

Forum: Tech Help

11-14-2003, 10:50 PM

Replies: 7

123 Fog Lights

Views: 1,078

Posted By artpb

123 Fog Lights

Anyone know if clear fogs are available for this chassis?
tnx, art

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-14-2003, 10:06 PM

Replies: 5

Dash Covers

Views: 1,125

Posted By artpb

Thanks. 240-Diesel. Thats what I wanted to know. ...

Thanks. 240-Diesel. Thats what I wanted to know.
art

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-13-2003, 09:46 PM

Replies: 5

Dash Covers

Views: 1,125

Posted By artpb

Stevo - How much work was it to change out? tnx

Stevo - How much work was it to change out?
tnx

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-13-2003, 07:53 PM

Replies: 5

Dash Covers

Views: 1,125

Posted By artpb

Dash Covers

Anyone have experience with Coverlay or Palco dash covers? Nd to redo the dash on my 83 300td.

tnx - art

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

11-01-2003, 04:50 PM

Replies: 9

Bilstein or Boge?

Views: 1,935

Posted By artpb

Took the Bilstein Comfort route last spring. Very...

Took the Bilstein Comfort route last spring. Very happy with them.
Decided to do all four so I would be good for another 100k plus.
art

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

10-27-2003, 10:58 PM

Replies: 18

1983 300SD Turbo Diesel

Views: 4,229

Posted By artpb

What's the service history? How many owners?...

What's the service history? How many owners? Documentation?
art

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-21-2003, 10:38 PM

Replies: 17

Diesel immaculate

Views: 2,413

Posted By artpb

Possible use of romex would be to power relays...

Possible use of romex would be to power relays for overated bulbs in euro-lights. Quick,dirty,cheap and ugly.

The vacuum line to the booster is not correct. It's the updated version. These things...

Forum: Detailing and Interior

10-11-2003, 04:01 PM

Replies: 2

Removing gloss finish on hoses

Views: 1,045

Posted By artpb

Uh-Oh, Not good

If the gloss was developed by applying a product having silicone in it then that would be a bad thing. When I purchased my car I was able to confirm that many different products were applied to the...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-07-2003, 11:25 PM

Replies: 15

Diesel Newbie

Views: 2,452

Posted By artpb

Welcome. Start with Diesel Purge followed by new...

Welcome. Start with Diesel Purge followed by new filters as psfred suggests. Get fresh fuel in the tank asap along with a stabilizer if the vehicle will be hanging around quite a while.

Now that...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-29-2003, 04:03 PM

Replies: 12

Where does the oil in the vaccum line come from?

Views: 1,554

Posted By artpb

All the lines and fittings are available through...

All the lines and fittings are available through the dealer. Although its a challange to find them all a good parts person can do this if motivated.

I replaced every hard line/soft fitting on my...

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