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Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-09-2006, 11:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,899
Posted By Cateaux
That's really the only method that will work. If...

That's really the only method that will work. If you use compressed air you won't be able to remove the valve springs. Compressed air may work well for a pushrod engine, but not when there's a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-08-2006, 10:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,899
Posted By Cateaux
Okay, I've got the new valve seals installed. I...

Okay, I've got the new valve seals installed. I ran out of daylight so I haven't bolted the valve cover back in yet, so I haven't test-run the engine, but I'll just assume that I did it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-07-2006, 07:05 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,899
Posted By Cateaux
Thanks! That's exactly the information I was...

Thanks! That's exactly the information I was looking for. I knew somebody here would have the answer:D
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2006, 09:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,899
Posted By Cateaux
That's the impression that the manual gives. It...

That's the impression that the manual gives. It just doesn't say how to tell where TDC is. If all else fails, I may set the #1 cylinder to TDC then note the position of the camshaft. Then I can...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2006, 09:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,899
Posted By Cateaux
Vstech, I've seen TDC whistles for gassers,...

Vstech,

I've seen TDC whistles for gassers, but I've heard that they're not particularly accurate. I've never used one myself. With an opening as large as an open glowplug hole, would I be able...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2006, 09:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,899
Posted By Cateaux
The rocker arms will be removed for access to the...

The rocker arms will be removed for access to the spring, etc., so the valves won't open. I'm sorry I referred to them earlier, as that was misleading. According to the mb.braingears.com online...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2006, 08:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,899
Posted By Cateaux
Question OM617: Finding TDC on cylinders 2-5?

On Wednesday I plan to tackle my valve seals. My question is, how do I know when cylinders two through five are at top dead center? If I just point the corresponding lobes on the camshaft away from...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-06-2006, 09:53 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,388
Posted By Cateaux
On the internet a while back I saw a Beck 550...

On the internet a while back I saw a Beck 550 with a Porsche flat six, 5 speed Porsche transaxle and a 911 front clip. I think it was made into a replica of James Dean's "Lil' Bastard", but I don't...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2006, 07:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 666
Posted By Cateaux
If you have to, it shouldn't hurt to run the...

If you have to, it shouldn't hurt to run the engine for just a moment without the air cleaner. I would check the rest of the exhaust first, though. Leaks tend to leave black carbon deposits on the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-05-2006, 08:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,644
Posted By Cateaux
It's a gremlin conspiracy...an AMC Gremlin...

It's a gremlin conspiracy...an AMC Gremlin conspiracy! They're insulted at your suggestion that a Pacer can't easily outrun a 240D:rolleyes:

What did you do to try and rule out bad fuel? You...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-04-2006, 10:40 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,454
Posted By Cateaux
After 195K of mostly city driving, mine is pretty...

After 195K of mostly city driving, mine is pretty tired. The mechanic who maintained it for the second owner since 1992 said it was original. With all the vacuum issues sorted out I'm still stuck...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-03-2006, 11:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 973
Posted By Cateaux
#1 is by the radiator, #5 is by the firewall.

#1 is by the radiator, #5 is by the firewall.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-03-2006, 09:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,659
Posted By Cateaux
I've been thinking about this. It seems that...

I've been thinking about this. It seems that people get attached to cars that made an impression on them when they were young, maybe 10 or 15 years old. The muscle car crowd are usually in their...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-03-2006, 07:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,659
Posted By Cateaux
I don't think it's very likely that the Canadian...

I don't think it's very likely that the Canadian government will be able to get the states to report Canadian titles. The states, each with their own laws involving titles, can't even seem to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-01-2006, 08:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,084
Posted By Cateaux
You may want to put a clearcoat over the new...

You may want to put a clearcoat over the new badge before you install it. I sure wish I had. Mine has been on my car for less than two years and is looking pretty old. The white paint is turning...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-01-2006, 06:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,450
Posted By Cateaux
I'm not sure how to tell if the top nut needs...

I'm not sure how to tell if the top nut needs changing, unless it looks messed up. I may go ahead and replace them for good measure. I'll already be replacing the valve springs while everything's...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-31-2006, 09:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 781
Posted By Cateaux
I second Motorhead's suggestion of checking...

I second Motorhead's suggestion of checking grounding connections, and the connections on the alternator, too. Did you clean the connections and use dielectric grease when you replaced it? ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-31-2006, 09:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,450
Posted By Cateaux
Wether or not the valve spins seems to be a...

Wether or not the valve spins seems to be a matter of luck. I was lucky, and none of my valves wanted to spin. I just have a pair of short-handled Unimog wrenches I got on Ebay for $4X. Even if I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-25-2006, 08:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,094
Posted By Cateaux
It may be bearings in one of your belt-driven...

It may be bearings in one of your belt-driven components, like the water pump or power steering pump. Check for play by grabbing each pulley (preferably with the engine off:D ) and see if you can...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-24-2006, 11:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 910
Posted By Cateaux
You could unplug the ACC vacuum line and block it...

You could unplug the ACC vacuum line and block it with a golf tee or a screw and see if the car shuts off alright. If so, you've narrowed the leak down to a few dozen possible sources. Without a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-24-2006, 11:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 674
Posted By Cateaux
Something's wrong here. One or two clicks before...

Something's wrong here. One or two clicks before engagement is WAY too tight. It could be that the cable needs lubrication, but I suspect that something has happened in the rear. Perhaps you've...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-18-2006, 11:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,935
Posted By Cateaux
Great advice from whunter, as always. He...

Great advice from whunter, as always. He answered my very first question on this forum.

My original muffler has one pinhole on the bottom and a couple of small dents. I know that the baffles are...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-18-2006, 10:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,559
Posted By Cateaux
I've daydreamed about installing rack & pinion on...

I've daydreamed about installing rack & pinion on mine, but the big issue I come up with is steering geometry. I've driven a '67 Mustang with an aftermarket rack kit installed, and the steering felt...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-17-2006, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 995
Posted By Cateaux
I think the non-self leveling 126 is identical...

I think the non-self leveling 126 is identical to, albeit wider than, my 123. When the springs are out the subframe bushings are easy. When the springs are in they push down on the subframe, which...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-16-2006, 08:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,935
Posted By Cateaux
These mufflers are your typical...

These mufflers are your typical internally-baffled design with no fiberglass. They tend to rot from the inside out, so while the muffler case may be in good shape, it could be rotted out on the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-12-2006, 11:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 734
Posted By Cateaux
Blowing a fuse doesn't neccesarily mean that you...

Blowing a fuse doesn't neccesarily mean that you have a short (though you may), just that you're drawing too much current. A "short circuit" happens when a circuit is grounded before current reaches...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-05-2006, 09:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,324
Posted By Cateaux
You didn't mention which model car you have. The...

You didn't mention which model car you have. The 123 amd 126 cars with ACC (probably others, too, but I'm not sure) have an auxiliary water pump that activates when you turn on the heater. If this...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-04-2006, 09:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,078
Posted By Cateaux
The trailing arm bushing R&R method described by...

The trailing arm bushing R&R method described by SD Blue has worked well for many forum members. I think that this is the method that most use. I guess it comes down to what tool you have easy...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-01-2006, 09:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 947
Posted By Cateaux
I've seen brake pedals that feel firm well when...

I've seen brake pedals that feel firm well when the car is standing still, but fade while the car is moving. It doesn't matter for the master cylinder so much, but the calipers vibrate when you...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-01-2006, 10:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 947
Posted By Cateaux
Expect brake issues in any car that's been...

Expect brake issues in any car that's been sitting idly for that long. You may want to try an emergency stop before you get it out on the road. If you're going to blow a caliper seal it's best not...
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