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Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-27-2009, 07:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 916
Posted By dieselgeek
The air filtration is from a stock GM paper air...

The air filtration is from a stock GM paper air filter so it isn't bad. I was trying to get a stock 1985 California air box and turbo intake but ran out of time...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-27-2009, 06:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 916
Posted By dieselgeek
Fixed it. Thanks! Jim

Fixed it. Thanks!

Jim
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-27-2009, 12:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 916
Posted By dieselgeek
My intercooled 300SD with 2.47 rear end is for sale in San Antonio!

Hey y'all,

I have decided to sell my intercooled 1982 300SD for $3000, firm.

http://www.dieselgeek.com/images/DCP_7687.JPG

There is a bunch more information here on this mini site:
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-01-2008, 10:39 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,370
Posted By dieselgeek
I think you will have way more in the car before...

I think you will have way more in the car before you hand it off to your son or daughter than you imagined you would. I run a parts biz and can get Mercedes parts relatively cheaply but I am still...
Forum: Diesel Performance Tuning 09-29-2008, 10:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,837
Posted By dieselgeek
This one fits behind the relatively large 126...

This one fits behind the relatively large 126 front bumper. It's big but also what I had sitting around. I was surprised that it fit. I would think that you could get an adequately sized...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 09-22-2008, 02:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 955
Posted By dieselgeek
Still have the air box and rubber snorkel feeding...

Still have the air box and rubber snorkel feeding the turbo? I also need the oil breather hose to the snorkel. I need all of these parts for my 82SD project. If anyone else has them I'm at...
Forum: Diesel Performance Tuning 09-21-2008, 10:09 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 14,010
Posted By dieselgeek
http://www.dieselgeek.com/images/DCP_7679.JPG ...

http://www.dieselgeek.com/images/DCP_7679.JPG

http://www.dieselgeek.com/images/DCP_7677.JPG

That's a Saab elbow on the 115 intake.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2008, 09:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 884
Posted By dieselgeek
Its really pretty straightforward. You prolly...

Its really pretty straightforward. You prolly have one or two check valves with a bad diaphragm. Swap 'em out with new orings and a base gasket and you should be back in action in an hour. The top...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2008, 02:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,983
Posted By dieselgeek
My 1982 300SD with intercooler and tall 3.46...

My 1982 300SD with intercooler and tall 3.46 final drive is for sale in San Antonio:

http://www.dieselgeek.com/1982_Mercedes_300SD.htm

Jim
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2008, 01:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 698
Posted By dieselgeek
Try Austin Veedub by Bergstrom 512 385-2462. ...

Try Austin Veedub by Bergstrom 512 385-2462. They have a few old Benzes. Silver wagon is mine though, hands off.:)

Their next door neighbor, Ali has a few, too.

Jim
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-03-2005, 10:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 14,351
Posted By dieselgeek
Sorry to resurrect this thread but if anyone...

Sorry to resurrect this thread but if anyone wants to know I recently bought an EFFBE repair kit for my 617 vacuum pump. It had the thin check vlave o-rings which didn't work. I replaced them per...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 10-31-2005, 07:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 693
Posted By dieselgeek
I have one from my parts car. $100 512 458-5600 ...

I have one from my parts car. $100 512 458-5600

Jim
'82 300SD
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2005, 07:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,104
Posted By dieselgeek
The A/C system has a high pressure switch that...

The A/C system has a high pressure switch that closes when the freon gets to a threshold pressure. When the switch closes, the fan relay closes and the fan(s) get power and start to run.

My...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2005, 07:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,545
Posted By dieselgeek
http://www.dieselgeek.com/images/DCP_3947.JPG ...

http://www.dieselgeek.com/images/DCP_3947.JPG

I removed the tach needle by pulling it straight off and then I used a bimetal hole saw on the center hole for the clock. Did a little trimming on the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2005, 07:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,396
Posted By dieselgeek
I have the big fan on my SD and it works fine. ...

I have the big fan on my SD and it works fine.

Jim
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-24-2005, 07:45 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,891
Posted By dieselgeek
The torque peak for the 617 turbo is 2400 rpms as...

The torque peak for the 617 turbo is 2400 rpms as per the factory engine manual. My engine runs at 2900 at 80mph with the 2.47.

I read it in an engineering book that you run an engine at its...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-22-2005, 07:59 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,891
Posted By dieselgeek
I used a 2.47 from an '84 380SE...2900rpm at...

I used a 2.47 from an '84 380SE...2900rpm at 80mph. Itsa quaalude on wheels!

Jim
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-21-2005, 08:58 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,891
Posted By dieselgeek
Before my rear end change I got 26 mpg every...

Before my rear end change I got 26 mpg every time, validated with GPS. After the change, my mileage went to 28 mpg average with 29 and 30.6 being highs. I even got 25 on a 1300 mile ski trip in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-15-2005, 08:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,016
Posted By dieselgeek
You MIGHT give up a hair of acceleration...

You MIGHT give up a hair of acceleration potential but my butt dyno says its no slower. Sure is a LOT more pleasant to drive. Operating a diesel engine at or near its torque peak will yield better...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-10-2005, 10:40 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 12,657
Posted By dieselgeek
I put a taller rear end in and my average mileage...

I put a taller rear end in and my average mileage went from 26 to 27.5 or 28mpg. I have also intercooled it recently and it has done one tank at 28 (30%hwy) and one tank at 30.625mpg (50%hwy). I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2005, 11:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 936
Posted By dieselgeek
Are they quiet?

Are they quiet?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2005, 10:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,115
Posted By dieselgeek
This is my opinion. It is free so take it fer...

This is my opinion. It is free so take it fer what its worth.

If you plan on experimenting with alternative fuels I think you should go with an '81-'85 300SD full size car or the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2005, 01:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,030
Posted By dieselgeek
I'll bet the roof isn't perfect and I'll bet the...

I'll bet the roof isn't perfect and I'll bet the floor isn't perfect. It needs doors, an A-pillar, B-pillar, rocker, bags, fender, etc. The rear quarter isn't perfect either if the door pulled away....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-25-2005, 07:33 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 11,878
Posted By dieselgeek
So gentlemen, which IDI nozzles would flow more...

So gentlemen, which IDI nozzles would flow more fuel to the 617.951/952 engine? I don't care where they come from as far as which vehicle. I need a bigger orifice so I can send more fuel to my...
Forum: Tech Help 03-23-2005, 06:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,688
Posted By dieselgeek
I serve the VW market and sell quite a few timing...

I serve the VW market and sell quite a few timing belt kits to VW drivers. I also worked on VW's for ten years prior to opening my parts biz. Every tbelt failure I've ever heard about is as...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-16-2005, 07:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,880
Posted By dieselgeek
I put a brass 1/8" npt 90 degree nipple in the...

I put a brass 1/8" npt 90 degree nipple in the 10mmX1.0 threaded hole in the intake manifold (the one with a 5mm allen plug). I then ran a vacuum line into my instrument cluster and installed an...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2005, 09:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,247
Posted By dieselgeek
Does anyone here have an '85 California 300 SD to...

Does anyone here have an '85 California 300 SD to take pics of the airbox setup? I really need some pics if anyone can help out.

Thanks,
Jim
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2005, 09:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,158
Posted By dieselgeek
Try to negotiate buying the matching speedo at...

Try to negotiate buying the matching speedo at the same time. If it's a salvage yard you are buying from let them know that they can have your diesel speedo in exchange.

Jim
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2005, 09:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,158
Posted By dieselgeek
I have a 3.07 from a wagon that will lower your...

I have a 3.07 from a wagon that will lower your revs but the trade off is that in some situations you will hafta stay in a lower gear than what you would normally use.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-14-2005, 09:54 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,765
Posted By dieselgeek
And if you were a seller you would simply make...

And if you were a seller you would simply make less money if you chose not to take PayPal. Every non-swiped (credit card not present) transaction carries with it a certain small amount of risk,...
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