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Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-17-2006, 11:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 744
Posted By tgantos
Question W123 Semi-trailing arm vs Coupled semi-trailing arm?

I have questions about the service manual for my W123.
In the Rear Axle Suspension (Sec 35) it refers both to a Semi-trailing arm and a Coupled semi-trailing arm. The pictures look identical. Since...
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2006, 11:14 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 685
Posted By tgantos
Question W123 Semi-trailing arm vs Coupled semi-trailing arm?

I have questions about the service manual for my W123.
In the Rear Axle Suspension (Sec 35) it refers both to a Semi-trailing arm and a Coupled semi-trailing arm. The pictures look identical. Since...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-08-2006, 11:41 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 735
Posted By tgantos
Question 85' 300D turbo pulling axles out of hub? Advice on rear end rebuild needed

I have the entire subframe, differential and attached trailing arms/axles/wheel hubs out of my 85' 300D turbo W123. I was going to keep the axles/diff/hubs together and not try to disassemble them,...
Forum: Tool Rental Program 06-26-2006, 11:52 PM
Replies: 380
Views: 150,333
Posted By tgantos
Exclamation USPS-use at your own risk, FedEx Ground or UPS only for me - insurance mandatory

USPS has fallen a long way as they have continually lost revenue due to email and competition from DHL/UPS/FedEx/and Airborne. Instead of improving they have reduced their product features. This in...
Forum: Great Lakes - US (IL,IN,MI,MN,OH,WI) 06-26-2006, 05:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,110
Posted By tgantos
Thumbs up H&M Rocks!

These guys are the best. I really do miss Manfred, the old master, who retired and sold the business to his ace mechanics. He had a dour sense of humor but was always very upfront and honest with me....
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 06-25-2006, 12:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 40,918
Posted By tgantos
My experience with POR-15

I too purchased the ************** big rust repair book. It had a lot of good ideas in it and I have tried most of them on my old 85 Chevy pickup truck, including using the rivet and fiberglas...
Forum: Tech Help 10-22-2005, 04:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,091
Posted By tgantos
I have not yet started the project, as I don't...

I have not yet started the project, as I don't want to get in the middle of it and have to curse myself. Rusty Cullen had the swaybar bushings and the coil top bushings. I am considering replacing...
Forum: Tech Help 08-16-2005, 12:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,481
Posted By tgantos
Best idea so far, easiest to do, and doesn't...

Best idea so far, easiest to do, and doesn't cripple the system.
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2005, 08:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,481
Posted By tgantos
I don't know about using the auto position. It's...

I don't know about using the auto position. It's a different circuit, and very complicated/convoluted from my first glance at the schematic. I would not want to have a solution requiring a complete...
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2005, 01:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,004
Posted By tgantos
I got a little sidetracked this weekend helping...

I got a little sidetracked this weekend helping the wife with gardening projects, so I didn't get a chance to check mine, but I will check it tomorrow and report back.
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2005, 01:10 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,481
Posted By tgantos
The easiest way would be to sacrifice the low...

The easiest way would be to sacrifice the low speed switch, change the blower resistor for that speed to a smaller value and then the fan would run faster when you select that speed. You;d have to...
Forum: Tech Help 08-14-2005, 11:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,091
Posted By tgantos
I will keep everyone up to speed and of course...

I will keep everyone up to speed and of course plan to document the whole procedure and subprocedures with photos. That way future DIYers will be able to pick up where I left off.
Forum: Tech Help 08-14-2005, 11:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,091
Posted By tgantos
Most of the notes I have read refer to using a...

Most of the notes I have read refer to using a press and/or liberal amounts of PB-Blaster, all-thread rod, washers, and nuts to press the bushings out. One guy spoke about removing them, but I am not...
Forum: Tech Help 08-13-2005, 12:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,481
Posted By tgantos
Actually quite a few folks have already...

Actually quite a few folks have already engineered setups like this for battery electric vehicles, since a lot of parts like brakes, air conditioning, vacuum pumps, and power steering require...
Forum: Tech Help 08-13-2005, 10:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,091
Posted By tgantos
Question My boots are actually in very good shape, no cuts...

My boots are actually in very good shape, no cuts at all. I might treat the rubber while I'm under there. :) Manfred (the man!) at H&M replaced one axle for me about 4 years ago when it failed due...
Forum: Tech Help 08-13-2005, 02:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,091
Posted By tgantos
Question Best practices for W123 sedan rear suspension rebuild

I have spent several hours reading through all the suspension-related posts and have learned a lot from them, thanks. I think we could really use a good thread on the best procedure for a complete...
Forum: Tech Help 08-13-2005, 12:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,004
Posted By tgantos
OK, I'll test the following things as some of you...

OK, I'll test the following things as some of you suggested and add to my list of things I was already going to try, then report back to you in the thread.

1. Test resistance of Evap Temp switch...
Forum: Tech Help 08-12-2005, 10:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,004
Posted By tgantos
If it was the monovalve, then wouldn't it keep...

If it was the monovalve, then wouldn't it keep blowing hot? I thought when the monovalve dies failure mode results in full on heat? Oh yeah, come to think of it, doesn't the schematic show when A/C...
Forum: Tech Help 08-12-2005, 10:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,004
Posted By tgantos
Question A/C in W123 blows cold ONLY when temp set to full cold

Hi all you benzers!
I have read all the A/C related threads before posting just in case this was a FAQ, cause I hate when folks are lazy. Anyway....

W123 1985 300D turbo sedan (Uhh, it's white,...
Forum: Tool Rental Program 08-10-2005, 05:45 PM
Replies: 380
Views: 150,333
Posted By tgantos
Anyone have a Mercedes bearing puller?

I could use a bearing puller like the Mercedes tool used to pull out the trailing arm bushings. Anyone have one of those? Perhaps a torque wrench?
Forum: Tool Rental Program 08-09-2005, 12:01 PM
Replies: 380
Views: 150,333
Posted By tgantos
How about a vacuum tester? Bolt puller?

Sure could use a vacuum tester...probably only need to use it one time if you replace the bad lines, pricy for a single use item. What about a Mercedes bolt puller like the one they use on the rear...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-08-2005, 11:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 877
Posted By tgantos
Burn them onto a CD and snail mail them...

If you burn the files onto a CD and snail mail them I will do the honors.
Better yet, lend me the gauge faces and I will rescan hi-res, color correct, and post the files...

:)
Forum: Tech Help 08-05-2005, 03:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,352
Posted By tgantos
Tips on how-to replace subframe and other rear suspension bushings

I am dealing with this issue on my 1985 300D turbo. The car is in excellent shape, except for the rear suspension bushings, spring bushings, and the diff bushings, which are all 20 yrs old and shot....
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