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Forum: Diesel Discussion Yesterday, 04:37 PM
Replies: 2
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Posted By engatwork
Pricing looks about right.

Pricing looks about right.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-16-2024, 03:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,125
Posted By engatwork
Get the 2016 E350 sedan.

Get the 2016 E350 sedan.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-13-2024, 07:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 213
Posted By engatwork
Hmmm, I use a lot of 0W40 in the shop but never...

Hmmm, I use a lot of 0W40 in the shop but never thought of putting it in my E300.

I'm fixing to replace a timing chain and tensioner/guides in a 400k mile 99 E300. I'll post pictures of what I...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-13-2024, 01:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 129
Posted By engatwork
LOL - owner is good friend and neighbor. It was...

LOL - owner is good friend and neighbor. It was his grand daddies truck or something like that. Anyway he said parts are near impossible to find for it. Personally I wish I could go out and...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-13-2024, 07:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 129
Posted By engatwork
NSS was issue. Seems tranny shift linkage has so...

NSS was issue. Seems tranny shift linkage has so much slop in it 4th was allowing the NSS to drop out, shutting it down. The wiring is quite boogered up in this vehicle. Prior to jumping out NSS...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-11-2024, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 129
Posted By engatwork
different brand, 73 Datsun pickup issue

Since this is the main site I mess with regarding cars I've got a question on a 73 Datsun that I have in the shop. Truck starts, drives and runs out good but shuts off whenever it is put in 4th...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-11-2024, 07:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 213
Posted By engatwork
Diesel oil has some soot suspension properties...

Diesel oil has some soot suspension properties that I don't know if the 0W40 has or not.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-10-2024, 03:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 213
Posted By engatwork
Use a diesel rated oil, not the 0W40. I run...

Use a diesel rated oil, not the 0W40. I run Rotella synthetic 15w40 in mine.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-09-2024, 04:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 913
Posted By engatwork
And there was an actual lull in political...

And there was an actual lull in political discussions between elections.

On a side note I was in his neighborhood one time and had dinner with medmech and his wife.
Forum: Tech Help 03-09-2024, 07:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,676
Posted By engatwork
Key in my 98 E300 will not turn with dead...

Key in my 98 E300 will not turn with dead battery. Not sure if same on 97 or not.
Forum: Tech Help 03-09-2024, 06:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,676
Posted By engatwork
How is the battery in the car?

How is the battery in the car?
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 03-08-2024, 12:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 89
Posted By engatwork
opps sorry - I read it wrong. I was thinking GLA.

opps sorry - I read it wrong. I was thinking GLA.
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 03-07-2024, 04:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 89
Posted By engatwork
Sounds like it is running run flat tires. Maybe...

Sounds like it is running run flat tires. Maybe try a sheepskin on drivers seat? I don't know how to keep it from wadding up.

I'm still trying to find how to set/check transmission fluid level...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 03-07-2024, 07:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 166
Posted By engatwork
After head removal put piston at TDC and confirm...

After head removal put piston at TDC and confirm crank mark on 0. This will give you a point to start putting everything back together.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-06-2024, 07:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 135
Posted By engatwork
I'd budget around $1500 for rebuild.

I'd budget around $1500 for rebuild.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-05-2024, 06:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 120
Posted By engatwork
Probably just a matter of time.

Probably just a matter of time.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-02-2024, 03:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 502
Posted By engatwork
808 that will cover Mecedes. Make sure adapter...

808 that will cover Mecedes. Make sure adapter comes with it.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-02-2024, 07:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 502
Posted By engatwork
IDK, I always get them from my local dealer.

IDK, I always get them from my local dealer.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-01-2024, 06:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 502
Posted By engatwork
Look for a good, used Autel system on ebay and...

Look for a good, used Autel system on ebay and make sure it has the correct adapter to adapt to the round connector under hood.

Over the years the issue I have seen more than any other causing the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 02-26-2024, 05:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 339
Posted By engatwork
You are asking $100 for it?

You are asking $100 for it?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-22-2024, 08:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 502
Posted By engatwork
It has a round connector under hood where you...

It has a round connector under hood where you hook up to "talk" to the car. Requires an adapter from obd to the round connection.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-21-2024, 07:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 502
Posted By engatwork
One of the cars (99 E300) I maintain just turned...

One of the cars (99 E300) I maintain just turned over 398k miles on the original timing chain components. That is why I was wondering why it was done at 200k. Should go well past 200k with a good...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-19-2024, 06:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 502
Posted By engatwork
Go for it. You will like it alot. Why was...

Go for it. You will like it alot. Why was timing chain changed at such "low" miles is only thing I wonder.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-18-2024, 07:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 154
Posted By engatwork
Future tic tockers:rolleyes:

Future tic tockers:rolleyes:
Forum: Tech Help 02-11-2024, 08:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 268
Posted By engatwork
What was it?

What was it?
Forum: Tech Help 02-10-2024, 08:51 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 197
Posted By engatwork
Good article on the Mercedes front wheel drive tranny service

Looks like is critical to insure correct level on this one.

7G-DCT transmission (https://automotivetechinfo.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/7G-DCT-724.0-Care-and-Maintenance.pdf)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-08-2024, 05:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 208
Posted By engatwork
I had one in shop a month or so ago and the...

I had one in shop a month or so ago and the mileage indicator showed average 42 mpg:).
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 02-07-2024, 07:26 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 214
Posted By engatwork
cleaning up shop

I've got a few items that I'll be selling out of the shop. The first couple of items are a set of fuel injection lines for a 617 engine and the other is a new, old stock vacuum pump. The small...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-06-2024, 07:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 394
Posted By engatwork
I try not to have to mess with VW's but did...

I try not to have to mess with VW's but did recently change a transmission valve body in a Jetta. If he has an Autel system with the VW software he should be fine. That is what I use.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-05-2024, 11:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 394
Posted By engatwork
It is the VW computer communication tool for...

It is the VW computer communication tool for diagnostics.
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