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Forum: General Information 12-03-2005, 12:14 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 112,423
Posted By 3Diesels
1987 190D 2.5 (non turbo)

1987 190D 2.5 (non turbo)
38 MPG highway.
Mixed driving averages 33-36 MPG.
Exterior: dark Grey.
Interior: light Grey mbtex.
Engine: 2.5L DIESEL (non turbo)
173k miles.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 12-03-2005, 12:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,419
Posted By 3Diesels
FS: 1987 190D 2.5 (non turbo) N. Cali $6500/bo

As much as I love this car, it is just not made for winding country road driving (power wise). If you're looking for an excellent commuter car this is it! On the open highway I've gotten 38 mpg....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-13-2005, 03:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,399
Posted By 3Diesels
Interesting Diesel...

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/car/90296731.html

It says it's a one owner vehicle, but the license plates are the "new style". Calif has gone through 2-3 different types of plates since that car...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-11-2005, 08:22 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,351
Posted By 3Diesels
Our 190d

non turbo, 2.5, automatic trans. ~170,000 miles.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-11-2005, 07:43 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,351
Posted By 3Diesels
its still cheaper

$3.19 for diesel and $2.81 for regular unleaded here in the hills of N Calif...roughly 10% higher price for diesel, but I get 40-60% better mileage than with my old gasser (an '01 Subaru that got...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 08-05-2005, 02:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,360
Posted By 3Diesels
do your research/be very analytical

Check out the "vacancy factor" in your area. What is the demand for rentals? This will make ALL the difference in being able to rent fast to great tenants. We owned 2 duplexes (total 4 units) for...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-05-2005, 11:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,342
Posted By 3Diesels
thanks...this forum & you guys are great!

Steve--" It would be interesting if they are quoting replacement of a major AC component to stop a leak."

No he was not quoting for parts replacement. His exact words were "the R134 costs us $65 a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-04-2005, 06:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,342
Posted By 3Diesels
Struts/shocks and a belt question

I have a 190d w/ just about 170,000 miles. The all in one belt broke last year and it was fixed by the local "European motor" mechanics. The pulley on the alternator was loose. Now the belt is...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-26-2005, 02:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,632
Posted By 3Diesels
Wagons

I previously had a Volvo 850 (T5) and I absolutely loved it. However, although it ran fine mechanically, the airbag light came on at about 65000 and it was in the shop for THREE weeks getting some...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-08-2004, 08:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,352
Posted By 3Diesels
The Notting Hillbillies ~~ Missing...Presumed...

The Notting Hillbillies ~~ Missing...Presumed Having a Good Time

Heard them on SNL many moons ago and had to buy the CD--only time that has ever happened. The music is sort of blues/folk/hillbilly...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-08-2004, 08:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,122
Posted By 3Diesels
Read brochure Carefully

When I was sitting on the side of the road in my 190D, I popped out the Roadside Coverage booklet and started reading...didn't know what was covered, what wasn't. I noticed that the coverage is only...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-08-2004, 12:50 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,726
Posted By 3Diesels
sad...

My ex-husband had a Dodge Colt back in the early 80s...his mom bought it new & passed it to him...he saw the oil light on for weeks!, but thought it was like gas (you could run out and it was...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-08-2004, 12:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,367
Posted By 3Diesels
Mileage

Do you have a 190D? I think it gets better mileage than the 300/200s. I think I can improve on the 32, just need to find the "sweet spot" that the car likes...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-08-2004, 12:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,367
Posted By 3Diesels
Lol

I do that too...we live about 1 hour from a major town, so if I can order something on the internet, I do...I combine trips, all banking is done online or via direct deposit, grocery shopping is done...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-08-2004, 12:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,367
Posted By 3Diesels
Is anyone else obsessed with fuel economy?

Every time I fill the tank I reset the trip meter (in all vehicles!). DH does this as well, but only due to my nagging him. When I'm driving down the road, I'm constantly looking at the fuel gauge vs...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-08-2004, 11:48 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,592
Posted By 3Diesels
Volvo

Yes, Volvo is an entirely different seat experience! Our Volvo 850 wagon (sold) had THE MOST comfortable seats I've ever sat in. We drove 4000 miles in about 2 weeks (to Tx and back) and never felt...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-07-2004, 05:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,592
Posted By 3Diesels
I do

but then I am suffering w/a slipped disc right now (nerve involved). I'm lucky to make it 10 mins before I need to get out and walk...I have 3 pillows of varying thickness and size...dear husband...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-07-2004, 05:09 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,855
Posted By 3Diesels
My 190d wants

~a retired neighbor who happens to be a Master ASE Mercedes Mechanic who only wants to be paid in pumpkin or pecan pie :D I can make it while he fixes whatever :)

~some attention from 'daddy' ~...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-07-2004, 03:52 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,131
Posted By 3Diesels
Another aspect

I have come to believe that car accident survival (and any other death) has a lot to do with "is it my time?"...My sister has had THREE major accidents (and not been hurt more than bruising in any!)....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-29-2004, 06:10 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,138
Posted By 3Diesels
diesel reasons

ECONOMY & COMFORT!

Our Dodge Pickup with a Cummins diesel engine will easily last 300K + with regular maintenance. A Dodge V-8, maybe 125-150K...so you buy one truck and it lasts as long as 2...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-23-2004, 07:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,235
Posted By 3Diesels
190D Alternator/Pulley problems

I've been researching for the last couple of days, and I've found not too much info on "why" an alternator pulley would "break/come loose"...I am trying to resolve this question before we go...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 11-20-2004, 12:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,140
Posted By 3Diesels
Smile Love our new tires!

we ordered Goodyear TripleTred Assurance tires from Tire Rack for both our '87 Mercedes 190D and our '03 VW Golf TDi. They were installed about 2 weeks ago and both drivers have noticed a remarkable...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-20-2004, 11:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,235
Posted By 3Diesels
UGH...Alternator went...belt too

First, thanks to WHunter for answering my earlier post re the radio vs accelleration whine...you were right!

I was driving our "new to us" 190D 2.5 on Thursday and heard a kind of whoosh/dragging...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-10-2004, 09:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,129
Posted By 3Diesels
Question Normal? or a problem

After looking for nearly 2 years (and reading almost all of the archives in this forum :)), we recently added a 1987 190D 2.5 to our "stable" of diesel vehicles. It has about 165,000 miles and we are...
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