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Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-20-2005, 05:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 912
Posted By gasman
To remove the trim piece the goes up the window...

To remove the trim piece the goes up the window frame, unscrew the small screw on the outside upper part of the frame, then the trim piece will slide up and off. Don't forget to unhook the electrical...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-11-2005, 06:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,744
Posted By gasman
It slipped again a couple days ago, but this time...

It slipped again a couple days ago, but this time it did it while in 2nd and 3rd and for a longer distance from my house. By about 3/4 mile, the slipping was gone and back to normal shifts since....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-05-2005, 10:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,740
Posted By gasman
I believe to get to the turn signal switch, you...

I believe to get to the turn signal switch, you need to remove the steering wheel.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-31-2005, 04:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,885
Posted By gasman
I've had my share of oil change disasters. One of...

I've had my share of oil change disasters. One of the more memorable ones was when I finished changing the oil and filter and then proceded to back the 300sd out of the garage and about 25 feet onto...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-23-2005, 03:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,744
Posted By gasman
Thanks to everyone for all the good information....

Thanks to everyone for all the good information. I have read many of the Trans-X threads. The transmission fluid, though seemingly okay, is indeed overdue for a change. I'll probably try that first...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-23-2005, 09:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,744
Posted By gasman
Transmisssion Intermittently Slipping '84 300SD

Over the last 3 months, I've noticed on initial startup in the morning that the transmission is slipping, I believe while in 2nd (could be 3rd), on my 84 300SD with 250,000 miles. The car is in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2004, 04:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 890
Posted By gasman
The w126 odometer is different. Mine stopped last...

The w126 odometer is different. Mine stopped last year after clicking for a couple of months. Took it out, looked at it. Spun one of the accessible gears by hand... it was stiff, sprayed some oil in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-31-2004, 07:55 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,777
Posted By gasman
I need a driver's side front turn signal assembly...

I need a driver's side front turn signal assembly for a w126. I sent you an email.

Thanks, Rob
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-07-2004, 07:22 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,386
Posted By gasman
My SD has been my daily driver since new, 244500...

My SD has been my daily driver since new, 244500 miles and counting.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-06-2004, 03:53 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 6,560
Posted By gasman
Another factor for seemingly higher diesel prices...

Another factor for seemingly higher diesel prices is the extra 10 cent per gallon federal tax on diesel fuel that was added about 15 years ago as an added tax for heavy trucks that cause additional...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2004, 12:45 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 37,901
Posted By gasman
I've had my Lapis Blue '84 300SD since new, now...

I've had my Lapis Blue '84 300SD since new, now with 242500 miles. I've begun doing more of my own maintenance and repairs on it thanks to this forum.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-19-2004, 09:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,317
Posted By gasman
Could it be a failed sway bar link? That's what...

Could it be a failed sway bar link? That's what it was on my car when I heard a clunking sound from the rear end. An easy fix.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-14-2004, 12:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,780
Posted By gasman
After studying the odometer under bright lights...

After studying the odometer under bright lights and magnifiying glass, I couldn't see any stripped gears, and the gears were solidly on the shafts. Initially trying to spin the gears and moving the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-14-2004, 10:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,780
Posted By gasman
1984 300SD odometer

I've taken the speedometer/odometer out of my 84 300SD because the odometer stopped working. The speedometer works fine. It started making a clicking noise a couple of months ago which varied...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 12-08-2003, 06:36 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 27,914
Posted By gasman
I've got several old bottles of charcoal starter...

I've got several old bottles of charcoal starter fluid that that I've been wanting to get rid of. I'm wondering if my SD would like to try a bottle. Should be okay, right?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-22-2003, 07:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 835
Posted By gasman
Check you glow plugs.

Check you glow plugs.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-20-2003, 02:26 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 26,138
Posted By gasman
84 300SD 238K on original engine and...

84 300SD 238K on original engine and transmission. All is well.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-30-2003, 10:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,019
Posted By gasman
Do your discs look like this? If so, I don't...

Do your discs look like this? If so, I don't think it's a problem. My front disc is about a year old and lives in otherwise rust-free Texas. The fins look pretty rusty.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-30-2003, 07:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 989
Posted By gasman
Turn signal won't cancel W126

At first it was intermittent but now it's all the time. When signaling left, the turn signal will not automatically cancel. I can hear a click as the steering wheel passes the spot where it should...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-27-2003, 08:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,974
Posted By gasman
Okay, thanks for the tip and info, but I'm going...

Okay, thanks for the tip and info, but I'm going to need some more hand-holding here (I'm a novice mechanic). I had the rear tires off this morning to replace the sway bar links (easy repair thanks...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-24-2003, 05:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,807
Posted By gasman
The Premium Low Back set does look interesting....

The Premium Low Back set does look interesting. The only fitment problem with the Luxury set I got is where the armrest attaches on the driver's seat. Since the back of the seat cover goes way down...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-23-2003, 09:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,807
Posted By gasman
I know your concern about cheap but I ordered a...

I know your concern about cheap but I ordered a custom set from another website for my bmw for over $500, and to be honest, they were not that much better made than my $100 set. I sent the $500 set...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-23-2003, 06:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,807
Posted By gasman
I've had a set of covers from sheepskin.com on my...

I've had a set of covers from sheepskin.com on my BMW for about a year and they seem to be wearing quite well. I just installed the same ones on my 300SD and they fit better than in the BMW, very...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-20-2003, 09:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,974
Posted By gasman
Replacing rear brake hose W126

Forgive this newbie question, but I'm getting ready to replace my cracked rear brake hoses and I am stumped. On the new brake hose, I noticed that the metal ends do not swivel against the rubber part...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-15-2003, 06:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 987
Posted By gasman
where did you get this?

where did you get this?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-04-2003, 04:03 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 16,142
Posted By gasman
I have same symptom of rough idle when hot. Is...

I have same symptom of rough idle when hot. Is changing the engine shock difficult? Do I need to jack up or support the engine? Thanks for any tips.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-07-2003, 07:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,921
Posted By gasman
I've had this happen to me with my 300D (sold)...

I've had this happen to me with my 300D (sold) also, just as you have described. Additionally, it happened during hot weather when the engine was hot. After cooling down for about an hour, no problem...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-30-2003, 10:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,147
Posted By gasman
I need to bypass my pot. How do you access it?...

I need to bypass my pot. How do you access it? Difficult?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2003, 09:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,106
Posted By gasman
How hard is it to replace oil filter housing...

How hard is it to replace oil filter housing gasket on an '84 SD?
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