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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

09-29-2009, 07:54 PM

Replies: 9

1981 380SL V-8 engine cross-reference

Views: 1,854

Posted By von sponyiak

Thanks again for your input! The car is 3K, so...

Thanks again for your input! The car is 3K, so that's the starting point. I can't stress enough how clean this car is, so I think it's a fair price. I need a winter project to keep me in the garage:D...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

09-28-2009, 07:47 PM

Replies: 9

1981 380SL V-8 engine cross-reference

Views: 1,854

Posted By von sponyiak

Thanks for the replies! The car I'm looking at...

Thanks for the replies! The car I'm looking at has never been driven in the winter, which in N-E Ohio is a huge bonus. It is rust free. If this car was driven in the winter, by now it would be a rust...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

09-27-2009, 01:08 PM

Replies: 9

1981 380SL V-8 engine cross-reference

Views: 1,854

Posted By von sponyiak

1981 380SL V-8 engine cross-reference

Hello! I have the opportunity to purchase a 1981 380 SL convertible with a blown V-8 engine. It ran out of coolant, so the heads are warped, cylinders are scored, etc. Just from looking at it, it...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-25-2008, 07:40 PM

Replies: 20

Glow plug removal question

Views: 2,295

Posted By von sponyiak

Rather than use PB, you might want to try using...

Rather than use PB, you might want to try using GM Rust Penetrant and Inhibitor, Heat Valve Lubricant. An old GM diesel mechanic turned me on to it, and it actually softens carbon deposits. It also...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

11-05-2007, 06:51 PM

Replies: 0

1984 300d $2100.00

Views: 723

Posted By von sponyiak

1984 300d $2100.00

I am selling my 1984 300D. I bought the car from the second owner last November. He had owned it since 1987. It has 208k miles on it, and doesn't burn any oil. The transmission shifts good. I am...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

06-19-2007, 09:50 PM

Replies: 0

Will a failing B-2 valve damage trans?

Views: 565

Posted By von sponyiak

Will a failing B-2 valve damage trans?

I am considering buying a 1982 300d with 200k on it. According to the owner, the car works perfectly fine in reverse, but has problems getting moving and up to speed. Once it does get moving, he says...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-01-2007, 10:57 AM

Replies: 0

What is O.D. of 123 axle spline?

Views: 505

Posted By von sponyiak

What is O.D. of 123 axle spline?

I am in need of the diameter of the rear splined axle shaft-the outermost one that goes thru the wheelbearing. Thanks in advance!

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-31-2007, 09:42 PM

Replies: 0

Intermittent Heater Control Lights

Views: 663

Posted By von sponyiak

Intermittent Heater Control Lights

Car is a 1984 300D- problem is that the heater control buttons lights only work sometimes-when hitting a bump they come on then go off-same thing goes for the rocker switches above them. Is there a...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-10-2007, 09:31 PM

Replies: 17

Just finished my first valve adjustment +++

Views: 2,084

Posted By von sponyiak

You can also use

a 9/16 allen wrench if that's all you have. It is .011 bigger than a 14mm., which is a good thing if the hex hole is a little larger due to it rusting away (common in salt-infested Ohio!) Pounding it...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-01-2007, 12:22 PM

Replies: 8

Do 3/2 Vacuum Valve Fingers Need Lubed?

Views: 979

Posted By von sponyiak

Thanks for the responses! I should have...

Thanks for the responses!
I should have specified this is for a 1984 300D-not my car right now but might be soon. From what I have read here, it might be to my(our) benefit to leave the EGR valve...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-28-2006, 05:18 PM

Replies: 8

Do 3/2 Vacuum Valve Fingers Need Lubed?

Views: 979

Posted By von sponyiak

Do 3/2 Vacuum Valve Fingers Need Lubed?

The white plastic "fingers" on the vacuum valves (PN 002 997 53 36) on top of the valve cover have worn off. I purchased new replacement valves, and was wondering if there is a specific lube for...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-22-2006, 11:01 PM

Replies: 5

89 300d won't shut off/hard brake pedal

Views: 1,895

Posted By von sponyiak

I'm giving thanks right now that I didn't buy...

I'm giving thanks right now that I didn't buy this car sight unseen! The owner told me it was a good running, good shape 1989 diesel-she said she had the title right in front of her when I talked to...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-21-2006, 09:09 PM

Replies: 5

89 300d won't shut off/hard brake pedal

Views: 1,895

Posted By von sponyiak

ok....thanks! that sounds like a good way to...

ok....thanks! that sounds like a good way to start. i'll keep you posted-will be looking at the car tomorrow afternoon.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-21-2006, 04:30 PM

Replies: 5

89 300d won't shut off/hard brake pedal

Views: 1,895

Posted By von sponyiak

89 300d won't shut off/hard brake pedal

I am looking to buy a 1989 300d that won't shut off with the key-you have to use the shut-off lever to stop it. Also, the brake pedal requires extreme effort to stop the car. Does this sound like a...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

08-22-2006, 02:27 PM

Replies: 13

WTB: Diesel in MI

Views: 1,194

Posted By von sponyiak

81 sd

I have a 1981 300sd for sale. The transmission is a factory reman. The engine either has been rebuilt or has had a new head put on it- not sure which. Engine blow-by is minimal, and it runs good. I...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

06-01-2006, 11:35 AM

Replies: 76

Parting out '85 300D w123

Views: 10,472

Posted By von sponyiak

Hello! Was wondering if you still have both...

Hello! Was wondering if you still have both passenger doors available. I would pick them up-what would you want for them? Thanks!

Forum: Tech Help

04-05-2006, 09:35 AM

Replies: 3

How to I.D. a MB re-man trans

Views: 1,058

Posted By von sponyiak

ok-thanks mb doc! Right now, the transmission has...

ok-thanks mb doc! Right now, the transmission has good reverse but no drive unless you rev motor. So after researching threads it seems that B2 valve is the reason why. I just wanted to get all my...

Forum: Tech Help

04-04-2006, 08:58 PM

Replies: 3

How to I.D. a MB re-man trans

Views: 1,058

Posted By von sponyiak

How to I.D. a MB re-man trans

I just purchased a 1981 SD. I was going to verify which transmission it has and found the numbers that should have been on pad above pan on right side were milled off. There is a tag riveted on left...

Forum: Tech Help

03-30-2006, 04:37 PM

Replies: 6

1980SD good reverse,weak drive-why?

Views: 891

Posted By von sponyiak

Thanks! When I did my search, I couldn't find...

Thanks! When I did my search, I couldn't find these links. I am picking up the car on Sat. so will keep you posted.

Forum: Tech Help

03-30-2006, 12:04 PM

Replies: 6

1980SD good reverse,weak drive-why?

Views: 891

Posted By von sponyiak

I forgot to put in my posting that the original...

I forgot to put in my posting that the original owner did change the fluid and filter to try to fix it.So i think we can rule that out-but thanks for the idea! As far as the seal on the B2 valve...

Forum: Tech Help

03-29-2006, 10:19 PM

Replies: 6

1980SD good reverse,weak drive-why?

Views: 891

Posted By von sponyiak

Oops! Car is actually a 1981!

Oops! Car is actually a 1981!

Forum: Tech Help

03-29-2006, 03:26 PM

Replies: 6

1980SD good reverse,weak drive-why?

Views: 891

Posted By von sponyiak

1980SD good reverse,weak drive-why?

I just purchased a 1981SD with 303K miles on it. It made it to Ohio from FLA with no problems. The guy I bought it from drove it around for a couple of months, then he started having transmission...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-20-2006, 02:31 PM

Replies: 3

1980 300d/ether ok?

Views: 828

Posted By von sponyiak

ok thanks! i'll take some wd-40 with me.

ok
thanks!
i'll take some wd-40 with me.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-20-2006, 01:00 PM

Replies: 3

1980 300d/ether ok?

Views: 828

Posted By von sponyiak

1980 300d/ether ok?

Gentlemen-I am looking to buy a 1980 300d with 237k miles at a local used car lot-actually a buy them at auction place then resell them for great profit. Believe it or not, the car has service...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

02-17-2006, 04:20 PM

Replies: 5

1983 240 D Manual Transmission Oil

Views: 1,150

Posted By von sponyiak

I actually called Redline and they recommended...

I actually called Redline and they recommended their MTL for my 82 240d manual trans. It seemed to shift easier after I started using it. A quart costs $7.95 at Summit Racing but I felt the benefits...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-30-2005, 12:29 PM

Replies: 1

Inspection in Cleveland Area

Views: 677

Posted By von sponyiak

john-chances of a car that old having no rust in...

john-chances of a car that old having no rust in ohio are slim to none. i live 30 miles from downtown cleveland, so i could take a look at it for you. let me know if you want me to look at it-would...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

11-07-2005, 01:04 PM

Replies: 5

82 240d stick for sale

Views: 1,343

Posted By von sponyiak

the car is sold.

the car is sold.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

10-31-2005, 03:25 PM

Replies: 5

82 240d stick for sale

Views: 1,343