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Forum: Tech Help 01-26-2013, 06:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 898
Posted By RalphinSL
The brake reservoir feeds the hydraulic clutch,...

The brake reservoir feeds the hydraulic clutch, so I suspect your hydraulic clutch is worn and leaking, either the master clutch in the car or the slave underneath. If the master in the car is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-03-2011, 09:59 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 31,093
Posted By RalphinSL
Helpful post of replacing the clutch on a 240D....

Helpful post of replacing the clutch on a 240D. I've had my 82 240D 8 years now and the clutch is still good, and I've done a couple of clutches before, but your instructions with pictures is very...
Forum: Tech Help 10-09-2006, 06:31 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 792
Posted By RalphinSL
1987 260E Hot Starting Problem

I've got a 1987 260E with a hot starting problem. It starts OK cold although it may run a little rough for a few minutes and there is a rich gas smell. But the real problem is once the motor is hot...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-17-2006, 07:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,052
Posted By RalphinSL
Inside oil leak

I suspect your oil leak comes from one of two possible sources: the oil pressure guage on the instrument panel but more likely the master brake cylinder which is situated above your feet on the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-30-2006, 11:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,851
Posted By RalphinSL
82 240D, Valve Stem Seals

I've searched the site for tech help on replacing the valve stem seals but nothing comes up. What does the job entail? Where is a good place to guy the seals? Thanks again, Ralph
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-30-2006, 11:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,851
Posted By RalphinSL
Valve Stem Seals?

The oil burning could be caused by something as simple and cheap to fix as the valve stem seals? I'll get out my manual and see what it'll take to fix that. Right now I have no idea. Aside from the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-29-2006, 11:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,851
Posted By RalphinSL
82 240 D

I bought my 82 240D three years ago here in Las Vegas and use it as my commuter. The body is in good shape, as well as the engine, which was rebuilt in CA several years ago by the prior owner. Sounds...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-10-2005, 10:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,694
Posted By RalphinSL
Vacuum Leak, 82 240D

I spend hours and hours working on my 82 240D to find the vacuum leak. I must have taken each door panel off three times. Bought a MityVac as was here suggested and went to the local "pick-a-part"...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-10-2005, 09:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,327
Posted By RalphinSL
Broken Seat Springs

I bought my 82 240D over two years ago and the driver's side seat was in the same condition as yours. The springs were broken. I found a perfectly matched front seat set at a MBZ repair shop from a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2005, 12:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,180
Posted By RalphinSL
Vacuum Leak, Electronic Replacement

Seeing pictures of your electronic replacement switches for the original vacuum switches would be helpful, if you don't mind. I'm impressed with what you've accomplished with your renovations.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-05-2005, 08:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,180
Posted By RalphinSL
Vacuum Leak, 82 240D

I read your post while looking for solutions to my problem; which is that if I have the door locks in the open position while driving, the engine won't quit. If I have the door locks in the locked...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-03-2005, 03:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,694
Posted By RalphinSL
Vacuum Leak, 1982 240D, Manual

My 82 240D just developed a vacuum leak. I've read and printed some posts on the subject. I've checked the vacuum pump and guaged it at 20 bars, which I'm told is fine. The little yellow check valve...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-06-2005, 03:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,334
Posted By RalphinSL
1981 240D, 4-speed

I bought a 1982 240D 4-speed two years ago and mine used to be very slow until I adjusted the valves and then the horse power improved dramatically. I suspect that your valves need adjustment or even...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-30-2005, 06:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,325
Posted By RalphinSL
Diesel Smell in Trunk, 82 240D

Did you ever fix the diesel smell in the trunk of your 240D? I also have a 4 speed 240D, 1982, that I've owned two years. It's a great car but the diesel smell in the trunk makes one afraid to put...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-28-2005, 12:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,592
Posted By RalphinSL
Oil filter "O" rings, 82 240D

I appreciate the help given in discovering the existence of those oil filter O rings on my 82 240D. I went to the local Mercedes dealer to be sure to get the right size O rings without taking out the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-27-2005, 06:42 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,592
Posted By RalphinSL
Synthetic Oil for a diesel?

Do you think synthetic oil is a good idea for a diesel because of the accumulation of soot? I've been using 15-40 and changing oil at least every 3,000 miles.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-04-2005, 10:35 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,592
Posted By RalphinSL
240D oil filter "O" rings

Thanks for all the help regarding the oil filter "O" rings. I went to the local Mercedes dealer and the parts man simply "gave" them to me. That's a first. In installing the new ones, I the old ones...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-01-2005, 12:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,592
Posted By RalphinSL
"O" rings?

I have an 82 240D which I've owned two years. I change the oil often and it also annoys me that it gets dirty so soon. I'm not aware of two "O" rings that should be replaced, just the one large one...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-30-2005, 10:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,238
Posted By RalphinSL
I had the same problem with my 82 240D. The drive...

I had the same problem with my 82 240D. The drive line support bearing and bushing are worn out. The repair cost for me was $192, although the part itself is a fraction of that. If you do it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-29-2005, 04:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,421
Posted By RalphinSL
Your 240D w/o engine

I bought a 1982 240D two years ago with a rebuilt engine. I really like the car and have learned a lot about fixing it. Right now there is a 240D engine with transmission for sale on eBay. Check it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-29-2005, 03:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,238
Posted By RalphinSL
240 D mileage

I bought a 1982 240D two years ago as a second car. It had 267,000 miles on it with a recently rebuilt engine. I've had fun fixing dozens of things on the car and love driving it, but I have never...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-27-2005, 03:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 708
Posted By RalphinSL
Question 82 240 D, Shifter worn

I've had my 82 240 D for two years and have had the satisfaction of fixing dozens of things like the starter, clutch slave master, A/C compressor, brakes, leaky power steering pump, gear box, panel...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2004, 10:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 816
Posted By RalphinSL
Headlights, 82 240D

The left headlight on my 1982 240D burned out so I replaced it. Still wouldn't work. Bought another one, still wouldn't work on the high beam, so it's not the bulb. The high beam indicator light...
Forum: Tech Help 11-01-2003, 09:46 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 970
Posted By RalphinSL
Question 82 240D gearbox

I have a 82 240D with a sloppy gearbox. I found a tight one at a junk yard and I'm getting ready to install it. I found that the steering arm for the replacement wasn't identical to the original one...
Forum: Tech Help 07-07-2003, 09:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,057
Posted By RalphinSL
Driveshaft support bushing and bearing

The driveshaft bushing on my 82 240D is deteriorated and I'd like to replace it myself. It seems like a straight forward job but is there anything I should watch out for?
Forum: Tech Help 06-20-2003, 10:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,078
Posted By RalphinSL
Backup lights 240D

I bought a 1982 240D a month ago and don't know why the backup lights don't work. It has new bulbs and I've checked the backup switch at the gearshift and there is continunity. Where else could I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-18-2003, 09:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,093
Posted By RalphinSL
240D Starter (Allen) bolts

I need to replace the starter on my 82 240D. I'm out of town and away from most of my tools; I know I'll need an allen socket to remove the main two allen bolts. I can't tell what the socket size...
Forum: Tech Help 05-16-2003, 09:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,091
Posted By RalphinSL
Hydraulic Clutch Master

¬?¬?o replace the hydraulic clutch master on my 82 240D. The Haynes manual tells me to bleed it from the slave cylinder, using either a pressure device (can't fine one. All seem to be "vacuum"...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-15-2003, 11:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,234
Posted By RalphinSL
Steering Gearbox slack

Just a week ago I bought a 240D which is in pretty good shape. But need to fix a few things like the starter, clutch master cylinder, etc. I think I can handle that but I'm unsure about the steering...
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