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Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-21-2007, 08:47 AM
Replies: 300
Views: 22,805
Posted By LJ DERBY
You are only as old as you feel. And a lot of...

You are only as old as you feel. And a lot of that is in your head.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-21-2007, 08:36 AM
Replies: 300
Views: 22,805
Posted By LJ DERBY
I have grandchildren older than most of you. Got...

I have grandchildren older than most of you. Got my first MB when I was 69, wish I would have had one earlier in life. Enjoy maintaining it myself with the help of my son, grandson, and daughter. By...
Forum: Events & Gatherings 03-06-2007, 03:23 PM
Replies: 209
Views: 14,837
Posted By LJ DERBY
My thanks to Randy And Coleen as well. Couldn't...

My thanks to Randy And Coleen as well. Couldn't have had a more pleasurable AM. That line of MB's was a very impressive sight. I really enjoyed all the pic's. I surely will not miss the next GTG.
Forum: Events & Gatherings 01-24-2007, 05:23 PM
Replies: 209
Views: 14,837
Posted By LJ DERBY
I lived in Sheridan, Ore for 10 yrs. then Salem...

I lived in Sheridan, Ore for 10 yrs. then Salem for 10 more. I certainly intend to make it up there even though one of my axle boots is torn. I have the replacement in the trunk but haven't had the...
Forum: Events & Gatherings 01-24-2007, 09:40 AM
Replies: 209
Views: 14,837
Posted By LJ DERBY
Is it O K for a short time Texan to show up at...

Is it O K for a short time Texan to show up at your shindig? I've only been here about a year, moved from Oregon. Are there any members from the Bryan area to caravan with? My 300D is not a show car...
Forum: Events & Gatherings 02-06-2006, 10:51 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 8,102
Posted By LJ DERBY
Wish I could be there but it's 2400 mi. from me...

Wish I could be there but it's 2400 mi. from me now. There is a GTG in Houston in March, maybe I can make that one. Houston is only 100 mi. from where I live.
lietuvial, that was nice of you...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-15-2005, 10:32 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,901
Posted By LJ DERBY
Hi Brandon, I went to Valley Motors...

Hi Brandon,

I went to Valley Motors here in Salem. After a while I found someone who would sign the application. He never even asked to see the car. He just signed it and gave it back to me....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-14-2005, 07:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,901
Posted By LJ DERBY
High Mileage award

Received my High Mileage Award yesterday and installed it today. That really adds a touch of class to a classy auto. I'm astounded how good it looks and the construction was solid. Lee :)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-05-2005, 01:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,420
Posted By LJ DERBY
Who cares! The info is there. Hurrah

Who cares! The info is there. Hurrah
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2005, 04:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 770
Posted By LJ DERBY
For the tube going from the sensor, use a hunk of...

For the tube going from the sensor, use a hunk of foam used to insulate pipes. I think 1/2 in is the right size but I'm only guessing. It's really cheap and does a good job. Available at all hardware...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-22-2005, 01:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,447
Posted By LJ DERBY
My knock was very noticable at idle, but not...

My knock was very noticable at idle, but not intermittant, and seemed to diminish at higher rpm's. I say that because the other noises from the engine increase and might be masking the knock....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-21-2005, 10:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,447
Posted By LJ DERBY
I have an "81 SD. It had a definite metallic...

I have an "81 SD. It had a definite metallic knock. I cracked the injector lines one by one ,at the injectors, untill the noise went away. There is an extensive thread titled "knockin "81 300SD"....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-13-2005, 06:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,251
Posted By LJ DERBY
Pete, That was a good one. Really made me...

Pete, That was a good one. Really made me chuckle.

And Barry, I did the valves in both my D and SD this year. The difference in the D was remarkable, especially at idle, but the SD didn't have...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-13-2005, 12:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,251
Posted By LJ DERBY
In my case I thought I had nothing to lose and...

In my case I thought I had nothing to lose and everything to gain. And I marked the plate so I could put it back to it's original position. Although as I moved the plate I couldn't imagine being able...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-12-2005, 11:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,251
Posted By LJ DERBY
We owe this tidbit of info to Brandon314259. All...

We owe this tidbit of info to Brandon314259. All I did was follow his instructions. He may be young and overly tall but he is a great guy. Thanks again Brandon

Lee
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-11-2005, 10:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,251
Posted By LJ DERBY
Just to close-out this thread-The knocking was...

Just to close-out this thread-The knocking was caused by the injection pump timing to just no.1 cylinder. Loosening the two screws holding no.1 pipe to the pump and moving the plate counterclockwise...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-11-2005, 04:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,671
Posted By LJ DERBY
Eureka, Viola,Yippee,Yahoo, etc. The knock went...

Eureka, Viola,Yippee,Yahoo, etc. The knock went away, but I had to move the top plate counterclockwise between 1/32 and 1/16 inch from scribe mark. Naturally (Murphy's Law) I went the wrong way the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-08-2005, 04:43 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,671
Posted By LJ DERBY
That yellow lacquer is on the nuts that hold the...

That yellow lacquer is on the nuts that hold the top plates on the pump, right? All 5 of minr look like they have been loosened or at least the paint is not continuous on any of them and the no.1...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-08-2005, 11:48 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,671
Posted By LJ DERBY
I bought this car in August last year. The knock...

I bought this car in August last year. The knock was there when I bought it. (Got it fot $700.00). On the ride home, about 35 mi., my wife followed me and said I left a "cloud" every time I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-07-2005, 08:46 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,671
Posted By LJ DERBY
Got the EGR valve out today in between showers....

Got the EGR valve out today in between showers. It's remarkably clean in there at least as compared to my "D" when I put in a blocking plate. It just looked loke there was some oil on the surfaces,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-07-2005, 12:56 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,671
Posted By LJ DERBY
Thanks Brandon, I surely do appreciate the offer...

Thanks Brandon, I surely do appreciate the offer and I might take you up on it after I take the EGR valve off and have a look. The wind and rain have put a delay into doin much work in the driveway....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-06-2005, 12:43 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,671
Posted By LJ DERBY
I didn't take it as an insult. Sometimes I...

I didn't take it as an insult. Sometimes I overlook the "very" obvious. I am just grateful that I can get responses from you good members.


Lee
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-05-2005, 01:03 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,671
Posted By LJ DERBY
YES, the pipes are going to the correct cylinders.

YES, the pipes are going to the correct cylinders.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-05-2005, 01:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,671
Posted By LJ DERBY
I tried using plastigauge but there wasn't room...

I tried using plastigauge but there wasn't room to get to both the rod bolts as the crank had to be turned slightly to get the torque wrench on the nuts for final tightening, so all I did was...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-04-2005, 10:29 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,671
Posted By LJ DERBY
When I drive this car it runs better than my '83...

When I drive this car it runs better than my '83 300D. It drives excellent, good acceleration and smooth running at highway speeds. It just knocks like crazy at idle. And the knock quits when you...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-04-2005, 02:38 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,671
Posted By LJ DERBY
After a lot of dilly dallying and a major event...

After a lot of dilly dallying and a major event (my wife passed away) I finally got some things done on this engine. I replaced the rod bearing after using fine emery cloth (tape) to remove a burr on...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-02-2005, 01:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,210
Posted By LJ DERBY
Hi Steve, I bought my thermometer on line...

Hi Steve,

I bought my thermometer on line at Infrared-USA.com. Got the Rayteck model no. MT2, $59.00 including shipping. It is the cheapest model, the one with the laser pointer would be easier...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-01-2005, 08:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,210
Posted By LJ DERBY
Well, I finally got my infrared thermometer and...

Well, I finally got my infrared thermometer and checked temps. The thermostat housing seems to be a good reference place as it is easy to get to and it appears to read almost the same if not the same...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-15-2005, 05:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,210
Posted By LJ DERBY
Thanks All, I'm not loosing...

Thanks All,

I'm not loosing coolant and I did change out the temp sender with a new one, maybe I have a defective new sender? The car doesn't overheat so I have some leeway to trouble...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-15-2005, 10:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,210
Posted By LJ DERBY
300D cooling enigma

Hi everyone,
On my 83 300D I have a cooling problem that almost defies description. This is only an example of the odd behavior. Yesterday I drove about 6 miles to fill up the tank and 6 miles...
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