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Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-27-2009, 12:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 815
Posted By wgreen
i agree, adjusted my cummins and the 240d several...

i agree, adjusted my cummins and the 240d several times, if somthing were stripped it would not be running smooth. i have had to carefully file down the stop pads on the underside of the valve cover...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-26-2009, 12:23 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,298
Posted By wgreen
you can use the york brand a/c unit for air,...

you can use the york brand a/c unit for air, check some 4x4 sites it is real common, and add a large storage tank to make up for low cfm, they can make at least 100 psi :D
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-16-2009, 12:23 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 7,294
Posted By wgreen
Talking ok, i will add my 2 cents, i just replaced my...

ok, i will add my 2 cents, i just replaced my clutch pressure plate ect....filled the brake system with fluid, pumped the clutch pedel ten times rapidly, left it alone for 15 min. checked and added...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-06-2009, 12:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,755
Posted By wgreen
hello,1 if you could run the engine with purge...

hello,1 if you could run the engine with purge and fuel the injection pump is working:D
2 the factory manual says to blow it out and check for damage, it looks like it has an o-ring or other rubber...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-05-2009, 11:55 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 41,164
Posted By wgreen
JEBalles

hello, i had a problem during decelerating right turns, i also had noticable dings and dents in my oil pan (apox 1"deep). i finally pulled the oil pan and found the pickup tube/screen was cracked...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-05-2009, 11:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,072
Posted By wgreen
hello, i think the filters are the same for my...

hello, i think the filters are the same for my 240d, after i put the new filter on i loosen the other smaller nut that the incomming fuel line attaches to and then use the primer untill fuel comes...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2008, 11:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 859
Posted By wgreen
take your time, i cut a piece of cardboard to put...

take your time, i cut a piece of cardboard to put against the radiator to prevent damage, than unbolt the fan and lay it against the radiator or remove it for more room, but leave thr cardboard...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2008, 11:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 828
Posted By wgreen
i seem to remember that engines and flywheels...

i seem to remember that engines and flywheels were balanced as "one" before 1977? after 77 parts were balanced seperately, maybe others here could confirm...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2008, 10:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 859
Posted By wgreen
get a small mirror and look at the underside of...

get a small mirror and look at the underside of the waterpump, you will see a small hole (apox. 3/16") if you see coolant or evidence of coolant leaking from here you should replace your pump. if...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-29-2004, 10:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,846
Posted By wgreen
i used a high quality silicone sealant all around...

i used a high quality silicone sealant all around the foam tube, to form a "cast" around it , it is very easy to tear, so be careful if you are going to try this. my temporary fix is still holding...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-28-2004, 09:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 638
Posted By wgreen
i have the bracket for the 240d do you know if...

i have the bracket for the 240d do you know if they are the same?
Bill
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-21-2004, 01:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 558
Posted By wgreen
any old thomaspin cd's for sale?

looking for the cd that thomas had on this site...........thanks BILL
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-03-2004, 01:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 679
Posted By wgreen
i have never changed out a failed compressor...

i have never changed out a failed compressor because it had too much oil.................
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-06-2003, 08:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,078
Posted By wgreen
if i am reading you post correctly, your car now...

if i am reading you post correctly, your car now starts sooner than it did befor? that is great! and yes, the gap settings can be that far off.
i am assuming you did the adjustments with a cold...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2003, 04:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,286
Posted By wgreen
looking at the factory engine service manual, it...

looking at the factory engine service manual, it looks like no problems from capping off the ports to the cooler.
the cooler lines send unfiltered oil to the cooler when the thermostat in the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2003, 04:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,668
Posted By wgreen
alan911

some here posted almost 5 inches more rear leg room for the SDL, i was inquireing about the 300sd, my fault did not say that in my question.............
i wish the SDL came with cast iron head ,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2003, 02:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,668
Posted By wgreen
does w126 have more rear seat room than w123

all the ones i see, look like they have about the same leg space for the rear seat.....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2003, 01:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,286
Posted By wgreen
stevo

did you just use a short bypass hose? or cap the lines that go to the oil cooler. i dont use the a/c ,it robs too much power,so i think i can do without the cooler also.......
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-29-2003, 11:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,286
Posted By wgreen
this would be a good time to install a block...

this would be a good time to install a block heater, before the engine goes back in............also you may run into some engine vibration issues when changing to a manual trany, the flywheel is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-29-2003, 01:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,286
Posted By wgreen
1. yes 2. yes 3. this is the altitude...

1. yes
2. yes
3. this is the altitude compensator do not connect to vacuum, leave as is.
4. yes, this is why i have the 4spd. model they are so simple..............these answers are for 79-81 240d...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-29-2003, 01:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 900
Posted By wgreen
WAIT!!!! be sure to remove the filler plug FIRST,...

WAIT!!!! be sure to remove the filler plug FIRST, some of these are Very tight..................
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-21-2003, 11:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 689
Posted By wgreen
i have found washers that will work in a pinch at...

i have found washers that will work in a pinch at autozone, they are brass with a rubber center, i just save the washers from each oil change, and only use a new one when the existing one starts to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-21-2003, 11:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 601
Posted By wgreen
use fastlane or ***************, but be sure to...

use fastlane or ***************, but be sure to call them, to make sure you get the right items...:D
have your engine and chassis #'s ready
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-21-2003, 11:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,416
Posted By wgreen
you my want to get the rubber extension thing...

you my want to get the rubber extension thing that goes on the bottom of the oil pump, these can get brittle. should be flexable, i replaced mine to avoid small pieces comming off and clogging the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-17-2003, 11:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,271
Posted By wgreen
i also had two injectors that leaked at the base,...

i also had two injectors that leaked at the base, just a small amount.
the leaks just stopped after about 1,000 miles:D
i would try driving it for a couple of weeks then re-inspect them for...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2003, 12:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,117
Posted By wgreen
i just hit 200,000 also, it was the last week in...

i just hit 200,000 also, it was the last week in october:D , but no digital camera,i used a one time use camera with a flash, as it was at nite when it rolled to 200,000. just wonder what the cars...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-02-2003, 10:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 601
Posted By wgreen
Question what should a non-tubo sound like...thought i knew

i thought i was hearing a rod knock on my 240d, since then i have listened to two 300d's and they sound the same:confused:
i thought i read here that a good running mb diesel should sound like a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-28-2003, 10:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,701
Posted By wgreen
i have seen some tranny manuals on ebay, i have...

i have seen some tranny manuals on ebay, i have rebuilt ford and jeep tranny's, pretty simple, but never the mercedes:(
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-26-2003, 11:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,389
Posted By wgreen
THAT SUCKS!!!!!!!!!!i have read most here like...

THAT SUCKS!!!!!!!!!!i have read most here like the all hard/copper type instead of the plastic ones......just my .02 ...........
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-26-2003, 11:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 879
Posted By wgreen
just replaced mine LASO type. be very careful...

just replaced mine LASO type. be very careful removing the old water pump bolts. i would soak them with rusted bolt solution a couple of times before you attack this , i also purchased a metric tap &...
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