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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-23-2014, 01:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 585
Posted By psdsteve
81 300SD $750 California no rust!

81 300SD motor and transmission are in excellent condition. Maintained by Gear Automotive in chico until I bought it in 2004 w/200K on it. Now has 240K and has had all maint. done by me. 5K oil...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-19-2010, 01:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By psdsteve
I have not replaced the lock assembly because it...

I have not replaced the lock assembly because it seems to be OK. I am waiting for the new tumbler to arrive so I can install and do the final asessment. I used a 4" L head grinder to get through the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-18-2010, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By psdsteve
To answer my own question in case someone else...

To answer my own question in case someone else ever needs the info. Yes the 2 identical red wires that go into the holes marked 30 do indeed go into a specific spot. My main concern was that the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-15-2010, 07:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By psdsteve
Found it with a question!

OK I found it! SD Blue posted it some time ago.

It works, however the radio has power now when the key is off. Could this be because the 2 Red wires that are identical and go in holes marked 30...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-15-2010, 06:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By psdsteve
Ignition Wiring Help needed (botched tumbler replacement)

Does anyone have a diagram for the wireing of the ignition plug? The first intuitive combinations failed......I'll never make it without help!

Long story short my wife's 81 300SD ignition tumbler...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-12-2010, 01:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,127
Posted By psdsteve
OK. Hopefully it is just the support bearing. I...

OK. Hopefully it is just the support bearing. I was trying to be proactive and replace while I had it out.

I can get the support bearing apperatus to deflect about an inch or so and hope that is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-12-2010, 12:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,127
Posted By psdsteve
Question Driveshaft Support (Carrier Bearing) Replacement

I am going to be replacing the Driveshaft support bearing etc. When I was checking the drive shaft along with a lot of play in the support it looks like the U Joint direcly behind the support also...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-04-2010, 12:49 PM
Replies: 189
Views: 87,890
Posted By psdsteve
I just adjusted my valves after a extended...

I just adjusted my valves after a extended service interval of 70,000.:eek: I know thats bad but I did the previous adjustment at 25,000 int. and they only needed very slight adjustment on 2 valves....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-18-2009, 11:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,056
Posted By psdsteve
Thanks for all the input I will be digging into...

Thanks for all the input I will be digging into it this weekend. I'll post the results when finished.

For now the wife is using a 12V heater that plugs into the cig lighter= not happy:rolleyes:
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-16-2009, 02:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,056
Posted By psdsteve
My brother in law said his was doing the same...

My brother in law said his was doing the same thing and the MB guy tested those "relays" near the blower motor one was out of speck, replaced and all was good.

I was hoping someone might know what...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-15-2009, 07:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,056
Posted By psdsteve
81 300SD Blower motor

The blower motor for the heater comes on at initial startup and can be controlled by the CCU. Howerver it only runs for about 2 mins and then shuts off and will not come back on. The fuses are OK...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-12-2009, 01:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 682
Posted By psdsteve
81 300SD 500SEL for parts?

I have a 82 300SD that runs great but my wife has beat up the exterior a little and the interior has just given up..I guess leather only lasts so long.

Anyway I guy I know has an 82 500 SEL and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-25-2008, 08:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 799
Posted By psdsteve
Ok, I think the two or rings are as hard as hell...

Ok, I think the two or rings are as hard as hell and have been for as long as I can remember. They definately need to be repalced. I will try that and check on the check valve ASAP.

So the chek...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-24-2008, 12:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 799
Posted By psdsteve
Oil Pressure Question?

My 85 300D takes about 3-4 seconds to start registering the oil pressure. I always noticed this after a filter change but I thought it generally registered immediatley the rest of the time.

It...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-16-2007, 12:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 866
Posted By psdsteve
Found it!

I found the problem. Both of the shift linkage bushings were AWOL. This allowed the shift linkage to fall over and come in contact with the flex disk when making a left hand turn. Luckily no damage...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-13-2007, 11:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 866
Posted By psdsteve
Transmission Linkage Noise??

My 85 300D has just started to make noise when I turn left. It is curious in that the noise and a little vibration seems to be coming from the shift linkage. When my hand is on the shift knob it has...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-03-2007, 12:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 826
Posted By psdsteve
The 602 in the 86 is a non turbo engine. so i'm...

The 602 in the 86 is a non turbo engine. so i'm going rom a n/a 5 to a n/a 4 cyl.

Performance is not of the greatest concern here. The 84 601 engine with 30K on it for $500 IS.

I just need to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-02-2007, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 826
Posted By psdsteve
84 190D 2.2 to 86 190D 2.5?

I have a 86 190D 2.5 with a bad main bearing. It has been retired for about a year and now i have stumbled across a 84 190D 2.2 with a recently rebuilt engine~30K and a troublesome tranny.

I would...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-12-2006, 04:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,750
Posted By psdsteve
Question Glow Plugs Death/ IP Timing?

I recently had an entire set of glow plugs go bad after about 6000 miles of use. They were all replaced with new Autolite GP's because that is what I had available at the time. Within about 4 months...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2006, 06:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,009
Posted By psdsteve
I realize you already purchased the car but for...

I realize you already purchased the car but for others that are reading this.....you should always have someone familiar with these engines check them out before you buy one. At the least dont buy...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2006, 06:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,490
Posted By psdsteve
After more investigation I determined that there...

After more investigation I determined that there is an electric actuated lock that I assume is triggered by the Alarm system. It basically throws a bolt acoss behind the button that does not allow it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2006, 11:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,490
Posted By psdsteve
An addendum. After reading the threads WHunter...

An addendum. After reading the threads WHunter suggested I realize that my car does have a foctory alarm system that does not work correctly of course. I wouldnt have known it was there exept...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2006, 11:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,490
Posted By psdsteve
Thanks for all the help. The trunk finally came...

Thanks for all the help. The trunk finally came open.....why? I can't tell you!

I stopped to do a few things while running around and thought I would try it again with the key for the 20th time...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-26-2006, 02:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,490
Posted By psdsteve
Tried all that. The key is the only one I have...

Tried all that. The key is the only one I have ever had and it always worked before.

Thanks,
Stephen
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-25-2006, 07:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,618
Posted By psdsteve
I did a google search awhile back on mercedes...

I did a google search awhile back on mercedes turbo and got a really good DIY with pictures and such on how to turn up the turbo boost. Try that. I also have an RX7 intercooler that I may incorporate...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-25-2006, 07:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,490
Posted By psdsteve
Thanks for the replies. I can not push the...

Thanks for the replies.

I can not push the button in no matter what position the key is in. Does this tell me that the internal lock is engaged?

I seem to remember that in one of the positions...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-25-2006, 12:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,490
Posted By psdsteve
Trunk Locked. Help!

To start I did a search for this problem but still have a few things I need clarified. I will try and lay out the complete senario......here it goes!

I got into the trunck on my 85 300D on...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-02-2005, 12:24 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,237
Posted By psdsteve
My brother just purchsed a used 240D motor from...

My brother just purchsed a used 240D motor from an outfit in texas for ~800 with no exchange. If interested I can get you the particulars. Apparently they specialize in good used MB engines.

He...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-01-2005, 10:47 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,237
Posted By psdsteve
I would check the vaccume pump. I had a knock...

I would check the vaccume pump. I had a knock that was roughly 6 times per revolution. I pulled off the valve cover and when then turned over the car manually and I could hear the pump knocking...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 01-31-2005, 09:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,501
Posted By psdsteve
I have found that heat is a good thing in the...

I have found that heat is a good thing in the system even if not essential. I added a glow plug fuel heater before my filter and run it to 180 deg for the first mile or so when I switch over. This...
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