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Diesel Discussion
02-07-2007, 03:12 PM
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SLS part needed for 300TD wagon
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garyrl
Thanks, but I found a new one for $14.50 at mbz ....
Thanks, but I found a new one for $14.50 at mbz . org, which is apparently also the seller in the link you provided.
G
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Diesel Discussion
02-06-2007, 12:59 AM
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SLS part needed for 300TD wagon
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778
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SLS part needed for 300TD wagon
Help, I'm trying to locate a cap for the SLS hydraulic fluid reservoir tank on my '81 wagon. AnYone know where I can locate a used one?
Gary
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Diesel Discussion
02-04-2007, 12:24 PM
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Too Much Oil???
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773
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garyrl
Too Much Oil???
I topped off my engine oil today, after replacing the shaft seal in the SLS pump, and apperantly overfilled it about a 1/4 of a quart. On the dipstick, the level reads about 3/16" to 1/4" above max...
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Diesel Discussion
01-24-2007, 03:10 PM
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Engine oil in SLS Fluid
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garyrl
Thanks for the replys. Apparently, the leak in...
Thanks for the replys. Apparently, the leak in the system has been occuring for about 4 weeks now. So, my guess is that the engine oil has made back to the rear. The res dip stick reads about about...
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Diesel Discussion
01-24-2007, 11:00 AM
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Engine oil in SLS Fluid
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garyrl
Engine oil in SLS Fluid
I have an ’81 300TD Wagon and recently replaced the engine with a remanufactured engine. After the install, I noticed that the engine oil was dropping, but there appeared to be no leak or smoke from...
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Diesel Discussion
06-12-2006, 03:25 PM
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Transmission Leaking
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garyrl
Transmission Leaking
I have a leak in my transmission that appears to be coming from where the throttle linkage enters the transmission, which is just above the transmission pan and forward of the transmission line that...
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Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires
09-03-2005, 01:03 PM
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My 300TD-T with factory wheels... or Ronals?
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garyrl
225/16's on the front and 245/16's on the back.
225/16's on the front and 245/16's on the back.
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Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires
09-03-2005, 12:57 PM
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My 300TD-T with factory wheels... or Ronals?
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garyrl
Sweet ride BenzBar!!! I prefer the Penta's, but...
Sweet ride BenzBar!!! I prefer the Penta's, but I'm biased. Take a look at my wagon and you'll understand why...16x8 AMG Penta's and 45mm lowering springs.
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Diesel Discussion
06-02-2005, 09:16 AM
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Rear brakes on '81 300TD
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Rear brakes on '81 300TD
I need to replace the rear brakes on my '81 300TD. Is it true that the pads can be replaced without removing the brake caliper? What is the procedure?
Thanks,
Gary
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Alternative Fuels
04-07-2005, 12:25 AM
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biodiesel
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garyrl
Hey BioDiesel300TD, I too live in Eugene and...
Hey BioDiesel300TD,
I too live in Eugene and drive a 300TD that is powered by biodesiel. We should get together sometime and compare cars and bio stories.
Gary
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Diesel Discussion
03-11-2005, 09:34 PM
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Ride heigth adjustment ??
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1,203
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garyrl
I had a new set of bilstien comfort shocks on...
I had a new set of bilstien comfort shocks on mine, but didn't like the soft ride so i switched to HD's. I like the ride much better now as the car does not roll as much in the curves and is much...
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Diesel Discussion
03-11-2005, 04:55 PM
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Ride heigth adjustment ??
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garyrl
Oops, my bad...you lengthen the rod to lower the...
Oops, my bad...you lengthen the rod to lower the rear and shorten it, to raise the rear.
Thanks wannawagon. I got my springs from GMP Performance, but i think i got the last set. Thier web site...
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Diesel Discussion
03-11-2005, 03:03 PM
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Ride heigth adjustment ??
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garyrl
I adjusted/lowered my rear suspension by...
I adjusted/lowered my rear suspension by tightening (shortening) the adjustable link, between the sway bar and control valve arm. I replaced my front springs with lowering springs and then adjusted...
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Alternative Fuels
03-06-2005, 03:12 AM
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I Made the Switch - to Biodiesel
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1,254
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garyrl
Hey Brandon, I live in Eugene. The card lock...
Hey Brandon, I live in Eugene. The card lock station here offers b100 retail (cash/check), but unfortunitly for you, they only do it on satudays 10:00am - 2:00pm. Can't help you w/ 10 gallons, as all...
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Alternative Fuels
03-05-2005, 09:46 PM
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I Made the Switch - to Biodiesel
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garyrl
* Oregon * a card lock station here in town...
* Oregon
* a card lock station here in town (see sqbiofuels.com)
* $3.50/gal OUCH!!!
BTW, my car is '81 300TD.
Gary
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Alternative Fuels
03-05-2005, 09:05 PM
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I Made the Switch - to Biodiesel
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garyrl
I Made the Switch - to Biodiesel
Today, for the first time, I filled my tank with biodisel, a 50/50 blend of b100 and dino diesel. I'm very excited about the switch. I will continue with a 50/50 blend until I know all the sludge is...
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Alternative Fuels
03-04-2005, 09:32 PM
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Biodiesel - Fuel Line Replacement
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garyrl
Biodiesel - Fuel Line Replacement
Does anyone know if the OEM fuel lines and injector lines, for an '81 300TD, at the Mercedes dealer are biodiesel compatible (i.e. synthetic, Vitron, etc.) ?
Thanks,
Gary
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Alternative Fuels
03-02-2005, 06:55 PM
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'81 300TD switch to Biodiesel
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1,295
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garyrl
Thanks for the replys. Bio Luke, I...
Thanks for the replys.
Bio Luke, I sent you a PM.
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Alternative Fuels
03-02-2005, 03:47 PM
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'81 300TD switch to Biodiesel
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1,295
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garyrl
'81 300TD switch to Biodiesel
I'd like to switch to a Bio blend in my '81 300TD. Other than fuel line replacement, filter changes, and tank cleaning, are there any other components that need to be replaced (i.e. internal injector...
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Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires
11-26-2004, 02:00 AM
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New 16" AMG rims - What size tires?
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garyrl
New 16" AMG rims - What size tires?
I just scored a set of 16x8" (ET11) AMG rims off of ebay (see attached pics). These will be mounted on my '81 300TD. What tire size should I go with, 225/50, 225/55, 215/50, 215/55, 205/50 or 205/55?...
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Diesel Discussion
11-18-2004, 08:20 PM
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Nice 85 300TD with 111k miles on ebay
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2,520
Posted By
garyrl
What's the big deal if a zero-feedback bidder...
What's the big deal if a zero-feedback bidder wants to bid on a car? We were all a zero-feedback bidder at one time.
BTW, I scored a '81 300TD on ebay for $1700 and it was, and still is, in mint...
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Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires
11-08-2004, 08:19 PM
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Luke - 16" BBS on 123?
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1,421
Posted By
garyrl
I contacted BBS and they told me these 16"x8"...
I contacted BBS and they told me these 16"x8" rims are ET11. Will they work on a 123 or will they hit the fenders?
Thanks,
Gary
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Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires
11-06-2004, 11:48 AM
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Luke - 16" BBS on 123?
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1,421
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garyrl
Luke - 16" BBS on 123?
Do know if 16" BBS rims, #KBA 0166 BBS 238 E111 8JX16H2, from a 1984 500SEC, will fit a 1981 300TD? Do you know the offset of the BBS rims?
Thanks,
Gary
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Diesel Discussion
09-29-2004, 12:12 AM
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7
Self Leveling Suspension - Air in lines
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1,175
Posted By
garyrl
Turns out one accumulator is leaking. The shocks...
Turns out one accumulator is leaking. The shocks are dry and not leaking.
Thanks for the replys.
Gary
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Diesel Discussion
09-28-2004, 08:06 PM
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7
Self Leveling Suspension - Air in lines
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1,175
Posted By
garyrl
Just took a break here at work and went out to...
Just took a break here at work and went out to the car and looked under the hood. I didn't see any signs of leakage around the pump, lines or the reservoir. There seemed to be a small puddle of oil...
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Diesel Discussion
09-28-2004, 03:55 PM
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7
Self Leveling Suspension - Air in lines
Views:
1,175
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garyrl
Self Leveling Suspension - Air in lines
My SLS has a leak somewhere and is getting air in the lines. I noticed last weekend that the rear of the car had dropped. I climbed underneath and manually pushed the control valve lever up, nothing...
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Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires
09-27-2004, 12:41 PM
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17" wheel fitment
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654
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garyrl
17" wheel fitment
Will 17"x 8" wheels (20mm offset, 5x112 bolt pattern) and 225/45-17 tires fit my '81 300TD? The car will soon have 45mm lowering springs on the front. Will they rub the fender wells or suspension?
...
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Diesel Discussion
09-23-2004, 10:24 AM
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Tool Loaner Program ? Can we handle it ?
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8,138
Posted By
garyrl
I would sure like to borrow a spring compressing...
I would sure like to borrow a spring compressing tool for the front springs of my'81 300TD!!! :D
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Diesel Discussion
09-22-2004, 03:27 PM
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300TD wagon seen for sale.
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1,591
Posted By
garyrl
I paid $1700 back in March for a CA wagon, on...
I paid $1700 back in March for a CA wagon, on ebay, plus $200 airfare from Oregon. Good deals can actually be found there, although it was kinda scarey. Car is in mint condition and I am extremely...
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Diesel Discussion
09-22-2004, 03:40 AM
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300TD Suspension
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4,236
Posted By
garyrl
Thanks for the replys! Comfort shocks it is.
Thanks for the replys! Comfort shocks it is.
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