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Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-23-2011, 04:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,232
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
W211 E320 Outside Driver's Door Handle

It appears last night a vandal attempted to get into our 2006 E320 CDI. They didn't make it it, but now the outside driver's door handle no longer seats flush with the lock.

I've pulled the lock...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-29-2006, 12:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 907
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Germany vs Japan vs America - Who won?

Well, someone had to to it. A road trip with Benz vs. Nissan vs. GM?

The folks at Car and Driver did just that and I thought y'all would like to see the results.

Who really won now........?
...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 04-02-2003, 09:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 947
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
1984 Euro 300D, 5spd Manual, 1 owner

Sad to say, but I have to sell her.

Just bought a 2002 Jetta TDI....

Please check it out:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6330&item=2409884769&rd=1
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-16-2003, 11:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,458
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
I seem to have the same problem now. I wonder if...

I seem to have the same problem now. I wonder if it is because of the cold weather and the fact that the tank vent is so close to the ground. It has only been in the days with subzero temps and...
Forum: Tech Help 09-07-2002, 10:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,208
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Benzmac, Top Notch!! I replaced fuse 12...

Benzmac,

Top Notch!! I replaced fuse 12 today and everything came back to life. My fuse burned on the end too and still "looked" good. I replaced all the fuses for good measure.

Thanks,
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-07-2002, 10:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 816
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Thanks Bob for the advice. It wasn't a bad...

Thanks Bob for the advice. It wasn't a bad ground. I took BenzMac's advice and replaced all the fuses in my box today - especially #12 and everything worked perfectly!

This site is a life-saver!...
Forum: Tech Help 09-06-2002, 10:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,208
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
VA300SD, Today, I have the same problem you...

VA300SD,

Today, I have the same problem you described. I will follow BenzMac's advice and see if it works.

This BB is fantastic!!

Thanks,
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-05-2002, 11:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 816
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Electrical Zeitgiest

Well, I knew it was bound to happen someday. I went in to WalMart to buy some oil for my car and when I came out - I noticed massive electrical failure. Fuel gauge no longer worked, temperature...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-14-2002, 02:49 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,565
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Fan Clutch??

I was just wondering. Has anyone out there changed one component at a time to find the real problem? I have had my 300D since 1985 and the coolant needle used to always hover around 90C. Lately...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-12-2002, 05:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,868
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Anybody else hate AutoZone??? Kefer, I...

Anybody else hate AutoZone???

Kefer,

I can't find any AutoZone near Cleveland that carries even the 14mm hex bit alone? Which Auto Zone did you get your at? Do you have a part...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-12-2002, 09:11 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,868
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Kefer, Thanks for the info on Auto Zone for...

Kefer,

Thanks for the info on Auto Zone for the 14mm Allen. I just refuse to pay the $32 for the special Hazet German wrench with the oil plug wrench on the other end.

I am not a fan of Auto...
Forum: Tech Help 04-12-2002, 12:54 AM
Replies: 709
Views: 136,758
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Here she is:

Here she is:
Forum: Tech Help 04-11-2002, 07:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,694
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
What I've learned

Ok...for anyone who cares, this is what I found:

1.875" = 47.625mm
2" = 50.8 mm
50mm = 1.9685 mm

According to 9DIN (74058), the ball must be between 50mm and 49.5 mm in diameter to tow...
Forum: Tech Help 04-11-2002, 02:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,694
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Muchos Gracias

Desmundo,

You are a life-saver. Thanks for saving me a lot of futzing with my multi-meter.

I will check with Phil to see if he can order the male plug and I will wire it up in accordance...
Forum: Tech Help 04-11-2002, 11:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,694
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
1000 Words

Here's what the stern looks like:
Forum: Tech Help 04-11-2002, 11:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,694
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Trailer Hitch Blues

Folks,

I have a 1984 Euro 300D with a trailer hitch that was put on in Germany. I was wondering if anyone could answer the following:


1) Is there a difference between the balls of American...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-08-2002, 09:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,588
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Folks, I can say that the clear fuel lines...

Folks,

I can say that the clear fuel lines look like a real pain to replace. Of course, the one I cracked connects on top of the main fuel filter with a tri connection through the banjo fitting...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-07-2002, 04:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,588
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Well, it never fails...you go in to do one job...

Well, it never fails...you go in to do one job and you end up causing yourself to have do do another.

BillyBob, I can say the adage is true, "The clear fuel lines will last a life time unless...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-05-2002, 04:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,108
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Can-do, Can you please elaborate on the...

Can-do,

Can you please elaborate on the "spring adjustment cover brass o-ring?" I am not quite familiar with that...

Looking at the primer pump assembly picture on Fastlane, it looks as if...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-04-2002, 07:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,108
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Co-Inki-Dink

Folks,

You are not going to believe this, but I am experiencing exactly the same problems as Midas. On my latest tank of diesel, I noticed extremely high fuel consumption - enough to make me look...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 01-21-2002, 08:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,406
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
The last servicing seemed to have done the...

The last servicing seemed to have done the trick....

I had the idler arm bushings replaced, steering dampener, and front and rear sway bar bushings and now things seem to be OK...of course, now...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-03-2002, 08:24 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,848
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Being an avid boater, I have been around marine...

Being an avid boater, I have been around marine diesels all my life. Fuel tanks, be they metal or fiberglass have a tendancy to trap condensation from changes in atmospheric conditions.

Every...
Forum: Tech Help 11-06-2001, 04:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 846
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Front Spring HELP!

Has anyone replaced springs lately on a W123 only to find they don't fit right?

I just had the front springs replaced on my W123 1984 300D Euro 123.130.

I ordered a set from FastLane and my...
Forum: Tech Help 11-06-2001, 09:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 805
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
The saga continues....

Well, I had the new springs installed and I have a problem. The front end is way too high and the shocks are against their upper limits. My front end looks like a 4x4. My mechanic ordered a set...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-02-2001, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,551
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Jcyuhn, I too, am thinking about replacing...

Jcyuhn,

I too, am thinking about replacing my windshield because it has been pitted with about 215k miles of abuse. It has two cracks that I can't see behind my rearview mirror. I keep hoping...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-02-2001, 03:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,075
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Rthomas, The Espar heater you are referring...

Rthomas,

The Espar heater you are referring to were/are very popular for air cooled engines that do not generate enough heat to pass along to the passenger compartment. They are also commonly...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-02-2001, 03:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,551
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Should we bother to get into the whole OEM or...

Should we bother to get into the whole OEM or non-OEM glass debate or have we beat that one to death?

As far as I am aware, there is no way to buff pits out of glass, not even with toothpaste.
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-27-2001, 04:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,655
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Do the research.....choose based on

numbers! Hey - they're all close

I thought I would post specs for different diesel oils. Print out these sheets, compare side by side and choose the one you feel comfortable with.....

Delvac...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-24-2001, 05:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,264
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
Aaron, I had an oil change done by GRM -...

Aaron,

I had an oil change done by GRM - cost me $70 and I thought it was a bit excessive, not to mention the fact they broke my hood pull tab in the process. But I was in a hurry to drive to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-24-2001, 01:20 PM
Replies: 192
Views: 22,391
Posted By Gray Market Survivor
1984 300D 1985-1992 - Valvoline Turbo V...

1984 300D

1985-1992 - Valvoline Turbo V SAE30 Summer/ Mobil 1 10W-30 Winter
1992-1997 Valvoline HD 10W-30 Year round
1997-Present Mobil Delvac 1300 15W40 - Year round

Changed every 3000...
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