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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-11-2015, 10:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 829
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Thanks Scooter, aside from the color, this fits...

Thanks Scooter, aside from the color, this fits the bill of what I'm looking for. I'll reach out to the family through the CL ad.

Thanks,

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-09-2013, 02:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,204
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
I'd say it's a $2,500-$3k car. There's always...

I'd say it's a $2,500-$3k car. There's always more rust than meets the eye.

Thanks,

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-07-2013, 12:03 PM
Replies: 2,032
Views: 251,419
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Oh, and it has the aluminum rails. Interesting...

Oh, and it has the aluminum rails. Interesting note, the chain got sloppy enough that it wore grooves in the L side of the head. I think I've seen this before on other cars when they've gotten...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-07-2013, 12:02 PM
Replies: 2,032
Views: 251,419
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Before the chain R&R the balancer was showing 10...

Before the chain R&R the balancer was showing 10 degrees of stretch. However, after the replacement, it shows 5 degrees of stretch. I guess it showing some is normal, but shouldn't it be lower, say...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-07-2013, 11:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,759
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
With a Pertronix ignition system (<$100) you...

With a Pertronix ignition system (<$100) you could throw that box in the trash. Plus you'll never have to deal with points again.

Thanks,

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-06-2013, 09:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,391
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
I couldn't get mine to work either (the epc). As...

I couldn't get mine to work either (the epc). As I understand it, I think you need an older version of Internet Explorer for it to work. I can't recall how far back the version has to go.
...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-06-2013, 09:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,185
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Csaba, Thanks for the tip! Right now I just...

Csaba,

Thanks for the tip! Right now I just have it locked to keep it shut. Funny these things just go missing.

Thanks,

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-04-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,404
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Also, I spoke to Star Motors about their kit. ...

Also, I spoke to Star Motors about their kit. It's $290 and supposedly includes everything you'd need. What makes their kit special is that they special machine the bearing to oversize 1 and...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-04-2013, 11:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,404
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Hi John, Thanks for your in-depth write up. ...

Hi John,

Thanks for your in-depth write up. It sounds like this repair is probably beyond what I'd want to do myself, but I'm curious: do you have to open the rear differential to pull out the...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-03-2013, 09:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,185
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
About 8 years ago I bought a Timevalve system...

About 8 years ago I bought a Timevalve system like the one linked above and I think it ran about $1,200, maybe a little less. It's annoying to think I let that w108 go to the junkyard with the...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 09-19-2013, 10:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,604
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
what are symptoms of a bad expansion valve?

I'm specifically referring to my W109. I know people often replace these when opening the system, but would indicate one being faulty? It cycles the compressor on and off too much?

Thanks,
...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-24-2013, 01:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,404
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Charlie (or is it Charles?), Have you done...

Charlie (or is it Charles?),

Have you done this specific repair before? I did some reading on m100 and it seems the shims might not be the best repair for it as it makes the rear ride rather...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-24-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,371
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Palolo and Jmela, you're right. For instance,...

Palolo and Jmela, you're right. For instance, I'm starting the wood Sunday but don't expect to have it "done" until Wed when it can go back in the car. At that time I'll do levers and heater...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-24-2013, 12:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,404
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
I checked their website but didn't see anything...

I checked their website but didn't see anything mentioned about it. I'll give them a call Monday and see what they have to offer.

Thanks,

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-24-2013, 12:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,404
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
JMela, thank you. That's definitely my issue. ...

JMela, thank you. That's definitely my issue. Unfortunately it looks like it's almost impossible to eliminate. The thread mentions having shims custom made but I think that's getting over my head,...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-23-2013, 01:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,371
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Am I crazy?

Usually with a thread titled this way, the poster says they're looking to buy something crazy and do crazy things to it, like buy a 600 Grosser for $20k then think it can be restored for under $10k. ...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-23-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,404
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
loud noise and vibration when braking in reverse w109

When backing up, there is a loud vibration with accompanying "vibration sound" upon braking. It only does this in reverse, mind you. It's definitely coming from the LR. It's very noticeable to all...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-17-2013, 10:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,027
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
This thread has quite a bit of information about...

This thread has quite a bit of information about rebuilding the booster yourself. http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/vintage-mercedes/269486-fintail-brake-booster.html

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-17-2013, 09:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,027
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Do a search of JeffreyNMemphis. I believe he did...

Do a search of JeffreyNMemphis. I believe he did a tutorial on how to rebuild it yourself. I'll see if I can find it...

Best Regards,

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-17-2013, 09:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,080
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
That is a great color. I think Paul (Suginami)...

That is a great color. I think Paul (Suginami) has the same color on his 108 4.5.

Best Regards,

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-17-2013, 09:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,120
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Looks great! If you wanted to match it closer,...

Looks great! If you wanted to match it closer, you'd have to add clear to it but I think it looks pretty good as it is.

Best Regards,

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 07-25-2013, 04:49 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,314
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
I've never heard one person say they regretted...

I've never heard one person say they regretted going the Weber route. If I had an old carb'ed Merc I'd do it in a heart beat...

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 07-25-2013, 04:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,595
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
I must admit I'm not usually a fan of this body...

I must admit I'm not usually a fan of this body color, but in that color it looks really good!

Best of luck,

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 07-20-2013, 11:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,322
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
You don't need that end piece unless you're...

You don't need that end piece unless you're really worried about originality. As long as water can flow out, you're good. I didn't install one either.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 07-18-2013, 06:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,839
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Well you are one of the good D-Jet guys... And...

Well you are one of the good D-Jet guys... And my last Mercedes is D-Jet... :-)
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 07-18-2013, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,839
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
You'll get much better answers posting in the...

You'll get much better answers posting in the Tech Help area as this room is intended for 1979 and older Mercedes'. Although, Meltedpanda is a valuable resource in any room ;-)

Thanks,

David
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 07-18-2013, 05:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,322
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
In this picture you can see the whole hose. ...

In this picture you can see the whole hose. Mine, if you look closely, was cracked too and water was leaking onto my passenger floor. Keep in mind the end that goes through the transmission tunnel...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 07-18-2013, 05:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,322
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
I recently replaced this same hose on my w109. ...

I recently replaced this same hose on my w109. Yours is exactly the same. The hose is about 8 inches long. As Palolo mentioned, there is a grommet that seal the hose to the transmission tunnel. I...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-28-2013, 12:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,785
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
Most ecu's I've co e across have the...

Most ecu's I've co e across have the remanufactured sticker on them. The one I was going to lend you does as well.

Let us know how it works!
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-26-2013, 06:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,785
Posted By WANT '71 280SEL
I get back into town this Sunday afternoon. I'll...

I get back into town this Sunday afternoon. I'll shoot you a text. Fortunately the ECU's are easy to swap.

Thanks,

David
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