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Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-08-2007, 09:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,199
Posted By BootieNH
Dr. Diesel - being new to Puget sound, couple of...

Dr. Diesel - being new to Puget sound, couple of questions...
my 99 E300 TD just failed emissions this morning with 43%(!) opacity. Could this possibly be correct? Engine was properly warmed up...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-19-2006, 10:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 721
Posted By BootieNH
Weird relay clicking noise - 99 W210 TurboDiesel

I've noticed a weird sound like a relay rapidly turning on/off coming from the back seat (where the battery compartment is). It very seldom happens (I've probably heard it less than a dozen times,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2006, 03:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 535
Posted By BootieNH
Diesel techs in Redmond WA area

Can anybody make recommendations on trustworthy diesel mechanics in the greater Redmond WA area? I'll be relocating there this fall and am looking for some advice. thanks
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-14-2006, 02:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,006
Posted By BootieNH
<<<Did you even have time to blow the horn?>>> ...

<<<Did you even have time to blow the horn?>>>
No. I was actually reaching for it in the split second that it took for this to happen.
<<<How fast do you think she was moving when the impact...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-13-2006, 04:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,006
Posted By BootieNH
Both MET and Progressive (and probably GEICO too,...

Both MET and Progressive (and probably GEICO too, if I had to guess) use that LKQ criteria for replacement parts. In this case it's a 99 E300 TurboDiesel with 109k on the clock. So I'm definitely...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-13-2006, 01:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,006
Posted By BootieNH
Thanks all. Mercedes Rover - I was a longtime...

Thanks all.
Mercedes Rover - I was a longtime GEICO client (I have no prior accidents on my record). I switched to MET because they were a little more affordable. I did get a police accident...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-13-2006, 12:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,006
Posted By BootieNH
Angry Got backed into yesterday

So I'm in the drivethru lane at a coffee shop. Woman in front of me starts backing up (!). Wait. It gets better. She's still looking out her windshield. Crash. I mean, I had like 1.8 seconds to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-03-2006, 09:09 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 633
Posted By BootieNH
No need to "chip" this diesel

Holy cow, would love to see the engine room (and the hot tub) on this baby

http://www.yachtcrew-cv.com/resources/Octopus.pps
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-20-2006, 09:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,068
Posted By BootieNH
Well, several ounces of Febreeze later and some...

Well, several ounces of Febreeze later and some good all-windows-down drive time seemed to help significantly. (You should have seen the looks that got in 15 degree weather here in Portsmouth NH). ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-16-2006, 04:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,068
Posted By BootieNH
Bizarre question

I'm driving through a parking lot yesterday, apparently I run over a freshly discarded burning cigarette butt. Somehow, this thing ends up somewhere in my car ventilation, kicked up by the tire or...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 12-05-2005, 10:46 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 820
Posted By BootieNH
alignment problem or something else?

I have a very slight road vibration at highway speeds that sounds like a tone that changes in pitch over a slow cycle of about 2-3 seconds, like a resonance. It's definitely coming from the tires,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-18-2005, 09:52 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 7,816
Posted By BootieNH
I think everyone posting on this thread needs to...

I think everyone posting on this thread needs to consider that possibility that you wouldn't even own a Benz if they continued to make them with the same level of craftsmanship as they did, say, 30...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-26-2005, 03:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,145
Posted By BootieNH
Could be the bearings. Mine produced that...

Could be the bearings. Mine produced that symptom just before failure. Only on 1 side though.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-14-2005, 01:48 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 12,840
Posted By BootieNH
Speed up my E300 TurboDiesel? I'm trying to...

Speed up my E300 TurboDiesel?
I'm trying to slow it down! ;)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-08-2005, 02:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 733
Posted By BootieNH
Where do I get one of these?

Das Bigfoot
:eek:
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2005, 08:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,303
Posted By BootieNH
Update on the control head diagnostics.. I...

Update on the control head diagnostics.. I entered the "Failure Code" mode on the A/C control, it immediately displayed Eb1234 (exactly like the article link in my previous post). Does this mean my...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-20-2005, 04:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,303
Posted By BootieNH
Jim, thanks. I had previously made sure the...

Jim, thanks.
I had previously made sure the vent holes were clean, and I read somewhere to try a test of placing a small piece of tissue paper over the vent holes to see if it would "stick" from the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-20-2005, 03:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,303
Posted By BootieNH
Thanks for the info. In my particular case, I'm...

Thanks for the info. In my particular case, I'm not suspecting any issues with the evaporator system since it can get plenty cold, so I won't be mucking with the refrigerant. I'm suspecting a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-20-2005, 10:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,303
Posted By BootieNH
A/C challenges - 99 E300DT

Question on how to troubleshoot a minor irritation with my A/C. Car is a 99 E300DT. During daytime operation on a sunny day with windows up and the thermostat(s) set at 75, the car pumps out TONS...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-18-2005, 11:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,313
Posted By BootieNH
I have a 99 W210 Turbo with just under 100k and...

I have a 99 W210 Turbo with just under 100k and there are a couple of minor rust bubbles near the bottom of the doors. I keep a close eye on these, and make sure I keep them covered with t/u paint. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-11-2005, 10:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,798
Posted By BootieNH
Red face W210 longevity - highest miles

I can't help but smile every time I see an "older" benz driving around town that I just know even before I look that it's got a diesel model number on the trunk. I bought my 99 E300DT, having owned...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-02-2005, 10:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 624
Posted By BootieNH
Still hope for Diesel

Diesel future (at least in Europe) (http://www.reuters.com/newsArticle.jhtml?type=topNews&storyID=7784806)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-23-2005, 01:49 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,114
Posted By BootieNH
This article sums it up

Re: the fossil fuel debate... from somebody far smarter than all of us put together...

The Real Story (http://www.discover.com/issues/feb-05/departments/discover-dialogue/)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-23-2005, 10:24 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,114
Posted By BootieNH
Death by diesel

doh!

Death by diesel (http://www.thewmurchannel.com/health/4223221/detail.html)

Maybe they should publish an article about how many people are going to die if the global community continues to...
Forum: Tech Help 12-08-2004, 10:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 873
Posted By BootieNH
Greenland NH

nhdoc,
not really within an hour drive, but Carter's European Auto in Greenland NH. Small shop but knowledgeable service and affordable. Good guy, won't charge you for wasted troubleshooting time...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-16-2004, 03:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,796
Posted By BootieNH
I'm curious (and jealous), Herb, as to the secret...

I'm curious (and jealous), Herb, as to the secret of the 36 MPG! That must be strictly highway, no? That car is EXACTLY mine ('cept for the heated seats). Mine looks just as sharp too (with 60k...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-05-2004, 02:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,613
Posted By BootieNH
Buddy of mine restored an MGA down to the...

Buddy of mine restored an MGA down to the individual nut and bolt. It was beautiful when he was done, an incredible job. Asked his wife to back it out of the garage one day and she tried to back it...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 10-05-2004, 09:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,051
Posted By BootieNH
I agree with Rick, though I have not had my car...

I agree with Rick, though I have not had my car (99E300TD) long enough to assess their longevity. I really like the Conti Touring OEM tires, though they do get just a little slippery in the rain. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-14-2004, 09:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,017
Posted By BootieNH
I should clarify... I had the fuel tested at the...

I should clarify... I had the fuel tested at the pump, to check for particulate, etc. from one of those independent testing services (discovered via this forum!). Wanted to be sure the place where...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-13-2004, 03:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,017
Posted By BootieNH
Honestly, never had to go to the point of...

Honestly, never had to go to the point of checking for a fungus since the fuel lines were replaced and the car has run flawlessly since. I've always bought my fuel at the same station and have not...
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