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Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-23-2023, 09:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 572
Posted By tangofox007
No.

No.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-07-2023, 04:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,340
Posted By tangofox007
I rotate the crankshaft with one hand on a...

I rotate the crankshaft with one hand on a ratchet wrench and the other hand feeling for the TC drain plug to line up with the access port. (That might not work for mechanics of limited stature.)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2023, 11:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,089
Posted By tangofox007
American Collectors/USAA My policy is...

American Collectors/USAA



My policy is agreed value, not stated value.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2023, 10:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,089
Posted By tangofox007
Even more ridiculous, my classic car insurance...

Even more ridiculous, my classic car insurance values my 1982 300D at $19,100.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-04-2023, 12:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 862
Posted By tangofox007
Is that nominal or absolute?

Is that nominal or absolute?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-04-2023, 12:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 862
Posted By tangofox007
The percentage portion of a nominal efficiency...

The percentage portion of a nominal efficiency rating is specified in the rating. It is not arbitrarily nor automatically 50%.

A nominal rating of "10 microns at 95%" is a different rating than...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-03-2023, 01:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 663
Posted By tangofox007
That is going to be really inconvenient,...

That is going to be really inconvenient, especially when driving at night.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-03-2023, 12:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,406
Posted By tangofox007
I would suggest replacing the piston seals. Not...

I would suggest replacing the piston seals. Not much cash.



Has anyone else encountered a phenolic caliper piston in a W123?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-03-2023, 12:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,406
Posted By tangofox007
The W123 FSM allows different brands on the same...

The W123 FSM allows different brands on the same axle provided that the piston diameter matches.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-25-2023, 09:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,229
Posted By tangofox007
It doesn't work that way. The classic sign of a...

It doesn't work that way. The classic sign of a torn monovalve diaphragm is good heat a low engine rpm with loss of heat at higher rpm. (There are dozens of reports on this forum to support that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-25-2023, 09:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,229
Posted By tangofox007
That makes absolutely no sense. None. How...

That makes absolutely no sense. None.

How can you evaluate the control module performance if the monovalve is disconnected? If you disconnect the monovalve, you should have more heat than you...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2023, 07:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,477
Posted By tangofox007
Given that the original complaint here was...

Given that the original complaint here was "transmission acting up while cold," a lower viscosity ATF might be just what the doctor ordered.

In any case, I am completely satisfied with the way...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-13-2023, 09:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,477
Posted By tangofox007
My bookie is laying 10:1 odds that you are using...

My bookie is laying 10:1 odds that you are using an equivalent but you just don't realize it. Dexron III licenses expired in 2006, so there is absolutely no way that Valvoline is currently producing...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-11-2023, 10:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,477
Posted By tangofox007
I suspect that what you found was a Dexron III...

I suspect that what you found was a Dexron III equivalent. All licenses to manufacture Dexron III expired over 15 years ago.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-05-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,477
Posted By tangofox007
Dexron III is obsolete and unlikely to be an...

Dexron III is obsolete and unlikely to be an option. So you will have to settle for a Dexron III equivalent. I recommend Valvoline Maxlife Multi-Vehicle ATF.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-16-2023, 09:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 947
Posted By tangofox007
What are the other possibilities?

What are the other possibilities?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-04-2023, 10:47 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,265
Posted By tangofox007
There might be another key: don't abuse the drain...

There might be another key: don't abuse the drain plug.
I have two vehicles over 35 years old still doing just fine with their original oil drain plugs.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-18-2022, 01:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 899
Posted By tangofox007
Not sure how to process that information. Maybe...

Not sure how to process that information. Maybe I should sleep on it.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-16-2022, 08:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 790
Posted By tangofox007
There is a follow-on OE pad that is far superior...

There is a follow-on OE pad that is far superior to the ones installed at the factory. Mine shows no signs of degradation after 18 years in service. The original pad had turned to dust in that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-16-2022, 10:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 790
Posted By tangofox007
I have 18 years on a pad installed with 3M 8090. ...

I have 18 years on a pad installed with 3M 8090. Still solid.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-14-2022, 09:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 888
Posted By tangofox007
Intermittent vacuum problems are often related to...

Intermittent vacuum problems are often related to a failed check valve at the vacuum pump inlet. The valve comes apart and the components rattle around in the vacuum pump inlet, sometimes blocking...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-10-2022, 09:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 590
Posted By tangofox007
You need to specify the exact model of the 617...

You need to specify the exact model of the 617 engine that you are asking about. Not all 617's are the same.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-03-2022, 09:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 416
Posted By tangofox007
Push pin.

Push pin.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2022, 02:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 937
Posted By tangofox007
Are you sure you't don't have a foreign object...

Are you sure you't don't have a foreign object under the filter lid?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2022, 11:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 937
Posted By tangofox007
That check valve is for the bypass...

That check valve is for the bypass (fine-filtered) flow, which is quite low compared to the primary filter.

Did this problem start concurrent with the last oil/filter change?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-21-2022, 10:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 685
Posted By tangofox007
The filter in the photo is the secondary filter.

The filter in the photo is the secondary filter.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2022, 02:48 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,062
Posted By tangofox007
There is nothing to decide. The two o-rings are...

There is nothing to decide. The two o-rings are identical.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-24-2022, 10:22 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,840
Posted By tangofox007
Parallel flow condensers cannot be flushed...

Parallel flow condensers cannot be flushed reliably. Replacement is the only viable option.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-24-2022, 10:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,840
Posted By tangofox007
If the noise occurs with the compressor NOT...

If the noise occurs with the compressor NOT engaged, the problem could be limited to the clutch bearing. Meaning that there is no contamination of the A/C system.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-15-2022, 11:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,088
Posted By tangofox007
All my vehicles have fully functioning emergency...

All my vehicles have fully functioning emergency brakes. I would not accept anything less.
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