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Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 08-12-2004, 10:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 781
Posted By kchristopher
I've been doing it since 6/24. Amazing feeling...

I've been doing it since 6/24. Amazing feeling of freedom. Check out www.headshaver.org when you get a chance. I highly recommend shaving oil and the Mach3 razor.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-02-2004, 06:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
I was hoping to do this test by removing the...

I was hoping to do this test by removing the cylinder. (All the threads I've read call this a 5-10 minute job.) Looking at pics of the back of the cylinder, it appears that the switch mechanism can...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-02-2004, 02:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
The easiest, but unavailable solution would be...

The easiest, but unavailable solution would be for the person who put it together to use less than 300# of torque when installing.

Like I said, I tried but then realized I didn't have to mess with...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-02-2004, 01:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
The other starter has a busted nose. Casualty of...

The other starter has a busted nose. Casualty of the thrown rod in the original 4 cylinder. In my original solenoid replacement, I started by attempting to remove the starter and couldn't get the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-02-2004, 01:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
Okay, so it was working fine all weekend. ...

Okay, so it was working fine all weekend. Therefore, late yesterday I decided to remove the key cylinder to see how it worked, what was behind it, if it could be cleaned, etc.

Using...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-30-2004, 10:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
Dang thing started working again tonight while...

Dang thing started working again tonight while running errands around town. Must of started 10 times without problems. This is going to make dianosis a little more difficult
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-30-2004, 01:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
I suspect it is wireing, but I'm really curious...

I suspect it is wireing, but I'm really curious as to why, after replacing the first solenoid, it immediately worked fine for a month and a half.

New key switch is $100 from the dealer. Are they...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-29-2004, 08:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
I've actually entertained the idea of putting in...

I've actually entertained the idea of putting in a starter button. Nice big one with the red rubber button like the big rigs.

I'll chase down some grounds, but I may install a switch inside...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-29-2004, 04:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
Got in it this morning and it didn't work again. ...

Got in it this morning and it didn't work again. Looks like I have a few plans for this weekend.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-28-2004, 11:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
Thanks guys. It actually started working again...

Thanks guys. It actually started working again this afternoon. Maybe I leaned against something once when jumping it and helped the connection? I'll print this out and see what I can come up with...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-28-2004, 05:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
I don't see the neutral safety switch listed in...

I don't see the neutral safety switch listed in the 123 manual website. Would you kindly guide me to the location?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-28-2004, 01:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
Thanks. And the key switch fix would be...

Thanks. And the key switch fix would be corrected by getting a new cylinder from the dealer? I remember reading a bit on people having to swap these out.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-28-2004, 08:34 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,035
Posted By kchristopher
starter solenoid

I recently replaced the engine in an 82 240d with a 5 cyl from an 80 300d (225k miles). Shortly thereafter, the starter solenoid appeared to have failed. I could jump it with a screwdriver but no...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-28-2004, 05:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,244
Posted By kchristopher
Okay, first time to experience this. I'm in an...

Okay, first time to experience this. I'm in an 82 240, just walked back out after reading this post to find the three terminals. By right fender, are we talking about the passenger side? I can't...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-21-2004, 08:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,630
Posted By kchristopher
Voltage I can check with my DVM. What should it...

Voltage I can check with my DVM. What should it take to pull the clutch plate?

Is the clutch plate clearance adjustable? How would I measure it?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-21-2004, 08:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,191
Posted By kchristopher
I'm leaving it as is, running great!

I'm leaving it as is, running great!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-21-2004, 06:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,630
Posted By kchristopher
Yes, cooling is fine and the aux fan is spinning....

Yes, cooling is fine and the aux fan is spinning. It really only becomes a problem if the compressor cycles off while sitting at a stoplight. I have to rev up the engine a bit to get the clutch to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-21-2004, 04:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,630
Posted By kchristopher
a/c clutch not engaging at idle

The clutch on my a/c compressor won't egage at idle (it will stay engaged if I'm coming down to idle). A light tap with a screwdriver will kick it in as will a little accelleration, I'm assuming due...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 06-10-2004, 08:45 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 482
Posted By kchristopher
82 240d injection pump

Injection pump for sale including hardlines to the injectors. Pulled from an 82 240d that had thrown a rod. $300 plus shipping.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 06-05-2004, 04:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 973
Posted By kchristopher
What did they have for 88-89? Or did they not...

What did they have for 88-89? Or did they not have a diesel those years? This brings up something I've been curious about, as I've not been able to figure out if all 6 cylinder diesels were bad. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-25-2004, 05:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 780
Posted By kchristopher
123 rpm sensor?

There is a small cable that runs to the harmonic balancer - it appears to measure engine speed. But my 82 240d doesn't have a tach, so I'm a bit confused as to why it is present. What systems use...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-25-2004, 05:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 905
Posted By kchristopher
I just paid $600 for the same car, but with 200k...

I just paid $600 for the same car, but with 200k miles. Needed it for the engine to put in my 240.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-18-2004, 10:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,191
Posted By kchristopher
Thanks for the tips. Apparently I was using the...

Thanks for the tips. Apparently I was using the wrong search terms, because I couldn't find that thread. Anyway, a change from 3.69 to 3.46 doesn't sound worth the effort.

These things really...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-16-2004, 11:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 15,191
Posted By kchristopher
240d/300d gear ratio

I just put an '80 300d motor in my 240d. I'm guessing gear ratios are different for the 240's, since the motor seems to screaming. (I never drove the 240, bought it with a blown motor. My only...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-03-2004, 01:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,526
Posted By kchristopher
I have two suits from Tom James, both ready made,...

I have two suits from Tom James, both ready made, and I am extremely pleased with them. Got them when I lived in Memphis and they came complete with a 'guy' (straight, but good dressing eyes) who...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-27-2004, 12:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,417
Posted By kchristopher
Unfortunatly not, Adam. This car is my first...

Unfortunatly not, Adam. This car is my first venture into Mercedes ownership. The guy I got the car from wasn't aware of any good yards either, but isn't exactly a yard-crawler.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-27-2004, 11:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,417
Posted By kchristopher
Yes, that was the intention. In fact, that is...

Yes, that was the intention. In fact, that is the only reason I was considering this car, given its distance from me. I've found a local 1980 300d that I was going to use for the swap, but the lure...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-27-2004, 11:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,417
Posted By kchristopher
Thanks Adam. Yes, I've done some searches, but...

Thanks Adam. Yes, I've done some searches, but haven't found anything specific. For instance, I know there was a glow plug change at some time, not sure what year (this I could probably find with...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-27-2004, 10:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,417
Posted By kchristopher
early/late w123 differences

I have found a rustbucket 79 240d with 4speed manual about 300 miles away that could donate its running gear to my 82 240d/auto (complete, but with siezed engine).

I've read numerous threads on...
Forum: Tech Help 01-22-2004, 06:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 721
Posted By kchristopher
Need opinions on used motor I found

I have an 82 240d with a seized engine. In my search, I have found an engine of the same vintage. Here's the story:

Gentleman had similar car with good engine and was rear-ended. In his search...
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