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Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-30-2004, 03:23 PM

Replies: 5

85 300sd ?'s

Views: 864

Posted By Lorenzo7

If memory serves me right, the MArch or April...

If memory serves me right, the MArch or April edition of 'Car and Driver' has an article on the subject (it was definitely earlier this year). Maybe that can give you some answers on vegetable oil!

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-30-2004, 02:08 PM

Replies: 2

EAS Fine Print

Views: 216

Posted By Lorenzo7

EAS Fine Print!!!

There was a thread a while back about EAS price vs. MercedesShop price. Well, whatever the price difference customer service is worth the cost! I will never use EAS again! Some of you may like EAS...

Forum: Tech Help

11-23-2004, 06:46 PM

Replies: 3

Charge indicator light?

Views: 966

Posted By Lorenzo7

Thanks for the tip. I ground the blue wire,...

Thanks for the tip. I ground the blue wire, still no light. I will pull the inst. cluster and check the bulb.
I also posted this on the diesel forum and have been in disccusion with Jim and Brian....

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-23-2004, 06:22 PM

Replies: 19

Charge indicator light?

Views: 2,462

Posted By Lorenzo7

The battery charging was done at an auto parts...

The battery charging was done at an auto parts store. It took about 1hr and their machine showed it to be a 'good' battery holding a full charge.
I checked it myself after that (positive and...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-23-2004, 05:22 PM

Replies: 19

Charge indicator light?

Views: 2,462

Posted By Lorenzo7

I greatly appreciate all the help! To answer...

I greatly appreciate all the help!
To answer Jim's questions:
I have been taking the battery to AutoZone (close to the house) and have had them charge and check the battery.
Yes, the brake wear...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-23-2004, 04:40 PM

Replies: 19

Charge indicator light?

Views: 2,462

Posted By Lorenzo7

Clarification of my tests. While pulling each...

Clarification of my tests.
While pulling each individual fuse one at a time, the #13 fuse (while pulled) showed 88 milliamps (at the battery neg. post to disconnected cable).
At no time did I...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-23-2004, 03:53 PM

Replies: 19

Charge indicator light?

Views: 2,462

Posted By Lorenzo7

I have the ammeter connected as described...

I have the ammeter connected as described (negative post to disconnected cable).
I have 93 milliamps with alternator disconnected.
I have 93 milliamps with all fuses individually disconnected...

Forum: Tech Help

11-23-2004, 01:53 PM

Replies: 3

Charge indicator light?

Views: 966

Posted By Lorenzo7

Don't tell me no can help me out here! I got one...

Don't tell me no can help me out here! I got one reply on the Diesel forum and that is it! Some one must have some info?!

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-23-2004, 01:50 PM

Replies: 19

Charge indicator light?

Views: 2,462

Posted By Lorenzo7

First off, THANK YOU BRIAN for being the only...

First off, THANK YOU BRIAN for being the only one with some input. I ran through the series of tests you suggested and all circuits were above 80 milliamps, so I disconnected the battery entirely...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-22-2004, 02:47 PM

Replies: 19

Charge indicator light?

Views: 2,462

Posted By Lorenzo7

Charge indicator light?

I have a 84' 300SD. The other day the charge indicator light failed to come on when the ignition was in the 2nd position before start-up but the car started anyways. After driving the car approx. 10...

Forum: Tech Help

11-22-2004, 02:42 PM

Replies: 3

Charge indicator light?

Views: 966

Posted By Lorenzo7

Forum: Tech Help

11-14-2004, 05:38 PM

Replies: 847

Is merecedes too troublesome ?

Views: 134,227

Posted By Lorenzo7

I love Mercedes and there is no substitute when...

I love Mercedes and there is no substitute when it comes to safety (and isn't that more important than anything else). I would take a side impact in my 1984 300SD anyday over any American or small...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-12-2004, 03:16 PM

Replies: 26

What's it worth (84' 300SD)?

Views: 2,442

Posted By Lorenzo7

Here are some pictures. 300SDLTOM asked about...

Here are some pictures. 300SDLTOM asked about leaks and other things. The only one is a slight oil leak at the oil filter housing to block gasket (maybe a palm size spot on the driveway after...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-11-2004, 07:12 PM

Replies: 26

What's it worth (84' 300SD)?

Views: 2,442

Posted By Lorenzo7

I will try to answer the questions I can...

I will try to answer the questions I can remember. I live in Houston, TX. I am not an E-bay person, in fact the car is not even on the market yet. I am not familiar with the workings of E-bay; I...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-11-2004, 03:37 PM

Replies: 2

Oil leak at filter housing on 84' 300sd (126)

Views: 903

Posted By Lorenzo7

Thanks for the input. The car has 151,500 miles....

Thanks for the input. The car has 151,500 miles. There is a small puddle (the size of your palm at most) under the car after driving. I have watched the oil seaping from around the oil filter...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-11-2004, 03:30 PM

Replies: 26

What's it worth (84' 300SD)?

Views: 2,442

Posted By Lorenzo7

What's it worth (84' 300SD)?

I am new to the forum so first I will say THANKS for all the info. I have a question posted on the TECH forum already. I have an excellent condition 1984 300SD (126) with 151,500 original miles. ...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-11-2004, 01:56 PM

Replies: 2

Oil leak at filter housing on 84' 300sd (126)

Views: 903

Posted By Lorenzo7

Oil leak at filter housing on 84' 300sd (126)

I am new to the forum but have to say THANKS TO ALL for the info on the site. I have an oil leak (approx. 1/2 quart every 2K miles) at the filter housing to engine block seal and have been told it...

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