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Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-06-2013, 07:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 852
Posted By W123x3
I got a coolant level sensor at Pull A Part and...

I got a coolant level sensor at Pull A Part and used that for a plug. Worked great. Very cheap.
Forum: Events & Gatherings 07-05-2011, 11:37 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,242
Posted By W123x3
tentative yes

Put me down as a tentative yes. Please keep us informed on details.
Will be coming from Birmingham.

Joe
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-03-2011, 11:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 768
Posted By W123x3
87 SDL Dash clicking?

Last three times I have started the glowplug cycle when car has been sitting for about a week I hear a loud clicking that sounds like it is coming from behind the glove compartment. It starts when...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-16-2010, 08:22 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 19,516
Posted By W123x3
You might own a diesel IF...

You Might Own A Diesel If:

After working on your car you volunteer to hand wash the dishes to try to get your hands clean since you either forgot to use gloves or the gloves broke.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-09-2009, 10:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,093
Posted By W123x3
Wikipedia has a pretty good summary on the W116,...

Wikipedia has a pretty good summary on the W116, W123, and W126 cars
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/W123
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_W126...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-12-2009, 03:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 735
Posted By W123x3
oil prefilter

From the parts catalog it looks like it is the same as on the '75 300D (W115), it will only fit onto the center bolt in one direction. The filter has a tapered hole and the bolt is tapered in that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-24-2009, 02:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 952
Posted By W123x3
300SDL Injector Line Clips Parts Numbers

I recently replaced all (at least all I could find) of the Injector line clips. Mine were likely original since they were falling apart. It is a relatively easy job, I did remove cross-over pipe...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-12-2009, 04:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,659
Posted By W123x3
I can't see anything to bring the price of diesel...

I can't see anything to bring the price of diesel fuel closer to gasoline. If diesel usage increases, it seems it would even increase the difference. High diesel usage in Europe is one reason...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-24-2008, 11:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,239
Posted By W123x3
Did a 2,000+ mile round trip from Alabama to Rio...

Did a 2,000+ mile round trip from Alabama to Rio Grand Valley Texas at Thanksgiving. The destination for that trip was MERCEDES, TEXAS! But will do a much shorter Birmingham to Nashville to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-01-2008, 08:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,080
Posted By W123x3
Thanks for the heads up. I had assumed they were...

Thanks for the heads up. I had assumed they were good if still in one piece. Looked at them when installed new shocks last year. Changed them today and got rid of noise plus improved ride and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-13-2008, 10:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 799
Posted By W123x3
rebuildable

I have been successful rebuilding with PVC or nylon pipe and epoxy and/or RTV. Email me if you are interested in more details. The job is to find the right pieces of stuff laying around that fit in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-05-2008, 07:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 843
Posted By W123x3
If the wavy heavy wire connectors between the...

If the wavy heavy wire connectors between the plugs are not getting hot, the glow plugs are not working. They usually smoke or smell a little. I am thinking the glow plug relay may be under the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-29-2008, 10:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,152
Posted By W123x3
Dumb question. Are you measuring "cold" with...

Dumb question. Are you measuring "cold" with engine running or off? With engine off my 300SDL shows fluid way above top mark, but correct level while running. It scared me first time I looked at it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-27-2007, 03:56 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,973
Posted By W123x3
Bypass or Full Flow?

Do you know if that spec refers to the Full Flow or the Bypass section of the filter?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-15-2007, 08:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,484
Posted By W123x3
Here is url to download free viewer for .max file...

Here is url to download free viewer for .max file extensions. It works, I just installed it.

http://www.nuance.com/paperport/viewers/
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-01-2007, 08:00 PM
Replies: 271
Views: 22,884
Posted By W123x3
As an infrequent poster but lurker for a while, I...

As an infrequent poster but lurker for a while, I too get the feeling that anyone not in the inner circle will be either ignored or ripped. I find the information available very useful, but it does...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-31-2007, 10:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 966
Posted By W123x3
Since the thread has already been hijacked.... ...

Since the thread has already been hijacked....

My local Auto Zone had the inserts behind the counter, not on display. Walmart does not have inserts on display anymore either. Guess they didn't...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-12-2007, 05:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,841
Posted By W123x3
In addition to the clamps, which one of my cars...

In addition to the clamps, which one of my cars still has, removing the air filter housing although not required makes it a lot easier to get the battery in and out.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-10-2007, 09:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 721
Posted By W123x3
I could not find any brand of biocide at parts...

I could not find any brand of biocide at parts stores or truck stops in my area. West Marine ordered it and it only took a couple of days and no shipping. They had two brands in their catalog and I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-23-2007, 09:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,321
Posted By W123x3
I have "rebuilt" that pivot point on at least a...

I have "rebuilt" that pivot point on at least a couple of W123 cars. The first time was during an out of town trip when we needed to head home on the weekend.

Find a short piece of metal or...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 04-24-2007, 01:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,670
Posted By W123x3
more data points

The Hazard blinkers and sun roof do not cause the hum. The Hazard blinkers are much brighter than the parking lights, so current draw should be higher. I did not hear any hum with blower on low. ...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 04-24-2007, 09:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,670
Posted By W123x3
additional info on Hum

Some other observations:

The hum is the same loudness regardless of radio volume setting. Same in either radio or cassette mode.

Hum is present without turning key on (i.e. engine off) or car...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 04-23-2007, 11:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,670
Posted By W123x3
I have exactly the same problem on my '87 300SDL....

I have exactly the same problem on my '87 300SDL. Not sure which speakers, but I hear hum while sitting in driver's seat when headlights on, battery drains in about a week. Bought car a year ago...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-01-2007, 04:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,031
Posted By W123x3
Just did a 332 mile trip in 87 300SDL. Topped off...

Just did a 332 mile trip in 87 300SDL. Topped off immediately before and after. Some back roads at 50 to 55mph, rest on interstate at 70 to 75. Got 26.5. Wonder if combination of ultra low sulfur...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-15-2007, 07:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,681
Posted By W123x3
Manager at AutoZone in Pelham, Alabama didn't...

Manager at AutoZone in Pelham, Alabama didn't know anything about rebate, but checked and printed the rebate form. So ask even if you don't see the forms.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2006, 08:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,895
Posted By W123x3
My impression is that the aux pump is only needed...

My impression is that the aux pump is only needed to boost flow at idle. So maybe a straight through connection would suffice in most cases. Does anyone know if the aux pump reduces flow if it is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2006, 08:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,895
Posted By W123x3
Questions on Item #1. Do you open and close the...

Questions on Item #1.
Do you open and close the new valve based on need for heat? Are you removing monovalve or just unplugging electrical connection? Does the thermostat still regulate...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-03-2006, 09:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,453
Posted By W123x3
try O'Reilly Autoparts

Found them at O'Reilly Autoparts, Dorman part #961-375. Both 1/2 inch and 5/8 inch, total of 6 bumpers. Had to find them myself, salesman didn't know where they were.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-30-2006, 08:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 774
Posted By W123x3
flap covering screw

On the visors without a mirror light, I think there is a flap you have to pry up to expose the screw. Just looked at wife's car with lighted mirror and it also has small flap you have to pry open to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-24-2006, 07:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,044
Posted By W123x3
more on tach circuit

The spec sheet on the LM1815 (variable reluctance sensor amp) says it operates on as little as 100 millivolts P-P. So unless they have an amplifier before the LM1815 the signal should be at least...
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