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Diesel Discussion
08-29-2013, 07:49 AM
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Wagon SLS return line issue
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678
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kirby_pug
I know what you mean but the rate of flow going...
I know what you mean but the rate of flow going back into the bottle does not seem to be too much.
I fixed it running new 1/4" line re-using the fitting on the bottle end & buying a 12mm 1.0 pitch...
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Diesel Discussion
08-27-2013, 11:02 AM
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Wagon SLS return line issue
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kirby_pug
Wagon SLS return line issue
I have a 85 300tdt Wagon with the SLS system. I just bought this wagon a few weeks ago & I am sorting out all the hack repairs the former owner did to this car. The High Pressure Hydro Line for the...
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Off-Topic Discussion
05-12-2006, 09:43 PM
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Who here has succesfully housetrained a dog?
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910
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kirby_pug
1991 560 sec: I bet my dog has a better life then...
1991 560 sec: I bet my dog has a better life then you.
Listen man dogs dont understand English so they learn by the universal language that everyone & everything understands.
Maybe you didnt...
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Off-Topic Discussion
05-11-2006, 08:49 PM
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Who here has succesfully housetrained a dog?
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910
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kirby_pug
Ok people will be mad at me for saying this & its...
Ok people will be mad at me for saying this & its not PC & all that Bull
You got to smack that dog good & throw it outside. If they dont learn you have to hit harder with a mean voice. Ya the dog...
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Diesel Discussion
05-07-2006, 10:09 PM
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Oil dripping from clutch pedal
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886
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kirby_pug
you should be able to tell the difference between...
you should be able to tell the difference between brake fluid & oil based on color brake fluid should be clear & if its black it should be changed. They smell much different as well. Dark black is...
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Diesel Discussion
05-03-2006, 08:53 PM
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Seafoam versus Diesel Purge
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kirby_pug
I dont know but i will tell you that Seafoam is...
I dont know but i will tell you that Seafoam is the REAL DEAL.
I know that Seafoam works & I know Redline DFC Works best in diesels.
Use Seafoam in Gas Engines & REDLINE DFC in Diesels.
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Diesel Discussion
04-24-2006, 01:22 AM
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Transmission Differences - Sedans and Wagons
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kirby_pug
I once owned a 81 300TD Wagen & it had a...
I once owned a 81 300TD Wagen & it had a Electronic speedo (yes a 123 ). The Tranny had a 126 part number.
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Diesel Discussion
04-22-2006, 09:17 PM
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Synthetic ATF: Is there downside, what is upside?
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kirby_pug
Every 15K because we are trying to keep these old...
Every 15K because we are trying to keep these old boxes working nice.
Use the Regular fluid
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Diesel Discussion
04-18-2006, 11:17 PM
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5 cylinder diesel O.K. without engine shocks?
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1,878
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kirby_pug
Did you leave the engine shocks off the car? I...
Did you leave the engine shocks off the car? I still have none on mine & cant tell a damn thing.
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Diesel Discussion
04-16-2006, 05:41 PM
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transmission fluid question
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kirby_pug
ok these 123 cars are at the newest 21 years old...
ok these 123 cars are at the newest 21 years old & the oldest 30 years old. The trannys have never been noted as a weak point (most people still are running on the original tranny). So why would...
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Diesel Discussion
04-16-2006, 05:35 PM
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Blower Motor '91 300D
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kirby_pug
The fuse on my 92 300E was on the drivers side...
The fuse on my 92 300E was on the drivers side shock tower area under a plastic black cap the fuse is a blade type fuse just like the ones for glow plug relays on 123 cars.
The blowers are not...
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Diesel Discussion
04-12-2006, 08:03 AM
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Newbie with window issues
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705
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kirby_pug
Try to find some used ones. I cant remember if 81...
Try to find some used ones. I cant remember if 81 cars had the older style switchs that had chrome trim or if they are the black ones? If its the older ones you should be able to find the same...
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Diesel Discussion
04-12-2006, 07:58 AM
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Fuel leaking under my '82 240D rear
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kirby_pug
Mercedes Gas tanks are inside between the trunk &...
Mercedes Gas tanks are inside between the trunk & back seat so no straps are involved these tanks wont rust out & leak. Like said before check the hoses coming out of the tank.
The Fuel Lines can...
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Diesel Discussion
04-11-2006, 08:23 AM
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changed motor mount - now will not start
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kirby_pug
Ground Cable (between chasis & passanger side...
Ground Cable (between chasis & passanger side tranny to engine bolt) clean connections & make sure you didnt rip the strap jacking the engine up in the air. Take it off & clean it on the wire wheel...
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Diesel Discussion
04-10-2006, 09:13 AM
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Front end question
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kirby_pug
I understand that, but if you just need guide...
I understand that, but if you just need guide mounts and count threads. If it dosnt pull afterwards & seems good upfront leave it alone just make sure you monitor tire wear really close. Now if you...
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Diesel Discussion
04-09-2006, 10:14 PM
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Front end question
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kirby_pug
I bet its the guide rod mounts. They have a...
I bet its the guide rod mounts.
They have a clunk sound when braking or going over potholes at slow speed. I would check the tie rods with the side to side play on each wheel & the wheel bearing/...
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Diesel Discussion
04-08-2006, 07:26 PM
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Anyone sucessfully converted a gas car to diesel?
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kirby_pug
This would cost you way too much & you would have...
This would cost you way too much & you would have a butcher car at the end.
The electrical systems are much more complex on the 124's , I could see this conversion on a 123 but not a 124.
Im...
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Diesel Discussion
04-08-2006, 07:14 PM
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300TD Wagon Rear CV Axel Same As 300D Sedan?
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kirby_pug
I sure hope you disconnected the driveshaft for...
I sure hope you disconnected the driveshaft for that tow.
Yes they are the same axle you can use the left or right from the parts car.
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Diesel Discussion
04-08-2006, 08:07 AM
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Mercedes Dealership Using Wrong Diesel Oil
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1,198
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kirby_pug
The owners manual (if you have one) has a chart...
The owners manual (if you have one) has a chart in the back.
Many use regular non Diesel Oil. Im not saying its the best but Im not seeing their engines die from it. I use the 15W 40 Diesel rated...
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Diesel Discussion
04-07-2006, 09:31 PM
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new life for old window switch
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1,303
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kirby_pug
Good Job! I like that, now if you want...
Good Job!
I like that, now if you want things to match do up the other switch like that.
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Diesel Discussion
04-07-2006, 09:20 PM
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Opinion needed for a new user
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3,661
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kirby_pug
look for a 81-85 300D (123) or 81-85 300SD....
look for a 81-85 300D (123) or 81-85 300SD. Finding a 86-95 Diesel is much more rare & less reliable IMHO. A helluva nice one can be found in your budget.
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Diesel Discussion
04-07-2006, 09:13 PM
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Mercedes Dealership Using Wrong Diesel Oil
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1,198
Posted By
kirby_pug
15W 40 Rotella or Castrol or Cheveron etc,...
15W 40 Rotella or Castrol or Cheveron etc, whatever your brand of choice they are all fine.
& the dealer would have a hell of a good laugh if you suggested that you make them buy you a engine for...
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Diesel Discussion
04-07-2006, 09:05 PM
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85 300D Power Steering Fluid/Filter changeout--any guidance?
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kirby_pug
I have used ATF Dexron 3 since 1998 on my 300D &...
I have used ATF Dexron 3 since 1998 on my 300D & no problems. The manual says ATF Dexron 2.
Sounds like everyone is against this but its what ive used with No problems.
BTW: I have never met...
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Diesel Discussion
04-07-2006, 08:49 AM
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Rear diff fluid ???
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11,349
Posted By
kirby_pug
Not sure if it has been mentioned but make sure...
Not sure if it has been mentioned but make sure you clean in & around the drain & fill plugs so your 14 mm hex will seat in deep.
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Diesel Discussion
04-06-2006, 09:22 AM
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Man, I'm stupid
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2,299
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kirby_pug
Yes that bolt extractor kit from sears Is GREAT!
Yes that bolt extractor kit from sears Is GREAT!
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Diesel Discussion
04-06-2006, 09:07 AM
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What tools are essential to maintain a diesel?
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5,341
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kirby_pug
Since I have stripped a few of these 123's I kept...
Since I have stripped a few of these 123's I kept one of every heater hose + a 4 foot roll of new fuel line hose & I pack this all underneath the spare tire in that empty space. Real Simple you put...
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Diesel Discussion
04-04-2006, 09:56 PM
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3
new idler arm kit - has play.
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861
Posted By
kirby_pug
New Idler Arm repair kits can go bad very fast if...
New Idler Arm repair kits can go bad very fast if not installed correct (Improper torque) Or it could just be Horse**** parts
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Diesel Discussion
04-04-2006, 09:38 PM
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7
Vaccume Elbow WOW!!
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1,111
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kirby_pug
there have been many people who dont know about...
there have been many people who dont know about how these trannys work on a MB Diesel that have some shop rebuild & butcher them when all they needed was a vacuum line fixed. This System is unique.
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Diesel Discussion
04-03-2006, 10:09 PM
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7
Vaccume Elbow WOW!!
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1,111
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kirby_pug
Thats True. Some like to throw all this money at...
Thats True. Some like to throw all this money at problems that arnt there & for what Might happen or might break. I say maintain these cars (fluids, belts, etc) but dont go buying uneeded stuff that...
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Diesel Discussion
04-03-2006, 09:56 PM
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Blow-by
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1,383
Posted By
kirby_pug
Dont worry & just drive the car. Im with...
Dont worry & just drive the car.
Im with dieseladdict
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