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Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-01-2008, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 888
Posted By cconbalsam
Rear end thump

The other day I was driving along and started hearing a sound from the read. It almost sounded like a hoe-ram, if you know what that is. When I checked it out I found that once per revolution of...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 06-11-2007, 10:41 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 21,491
Posted By cconbalsam
Forced induction - The big problem with NC law is...

Forced induction - The big problem with NC law is that you are supposed to post a $2500 bond to use vo and also pay road tax. I have no problem with paying road tax, and when I get my system running...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-05-2007, 12:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 726
Posted By cconbalsam
fuse box threads

I was poking around in the fuse box on my 80 330D trying to find a good place to run a spare wire from. Looking under the fuses there are threaded holes in the connectorsinto the body of the fuse...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-05-2006, 10:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 947
Posted By cconbalsam
on my 123 the cruise works fine until you roll...

on my 123 the cruise works fine until you roll the window down. then it kicks it out of cruise. What's the deal?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-05-2006, 10:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,272
Posted By cconbalsam
I don't think it is a good idea to simply bypass...

I don't think it is a good idea to simply bypass the servo by splicing in a piece of hose and a ball valve if your auxilliary water pump works. If you do this and run with the ball valve closed the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-01-2006, 09:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 16,845
Posted By cconbalsam
transmission capacity

I have a 1980 300D and was wondering what the transmission and torque converter capacity was. In other words, how much fluid do I need for a fluid and filter change?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2006, 11:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,594
Posted By cconbalsam
veg and the servo

While my servo worked I had the coolant line t between the servo and the auxilliary water pump. It worked well. Now I have bypassed the servo and installed a manual valve. The loop running to my...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-28-2006, 01:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,045
Posted By cconbalsam
try this

first remove the servo from the vehicle. Place it on a hard flat surface, such as an anvil. Take a 5lb. sledge hammer and proceed to beat it into pieces no larger than 1/4", or until you have...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-22-2006, 05:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 601
Posted By cconbalsam
voltage, voltage everywhere!

Here's a weird one. I was trying to track down the problem with my blower before installing a rheosts to control it (last ditch effort). I removed fuse number 10 and checked one post. 12v. ok. I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-14-2006, 07:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 780
Posted By cconbalsam
There is a checkvalve in the line going to the...

There is a checkvalve in the line going to the brake booster. It's one of the yellow ones and has 4 lines going into it. I knocked the center line loose once durin an oil change and had no power...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-08-2006, 09:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,029
Posted By cconbalsam
look up some of my old posts on this subject. ...

look up some of my old posts on this subject. Mine crapped out, but it was apparently stuck in the open position. I took an old one apart for a look. The valve, when open, lets water through one...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2006, 10:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,400
Posted By cconbalsam
I seem to have the same problem. If this is the...

I seem to have the same problem. If this is the case does it mean the vacuum pump will show decreased vacuum? I checked and mine has 18" when I check it. Is this right?

Thanks
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-16-2006, 12:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By cconbalsam
OK. Test my logic here. The switch I was talking...

OK. Test my logic here. The switch I was talking about on the bottom of the servo is simple. It has a bimetalic reed in it and 2 vacuum connections (yellow and red). When it is cold the reed...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-14-2006, 10:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By cconbalsam
Well, if OEM standards didn't involve the biggest...

Well, if OEM standards didn't involve the biggest piece of crap component Mercedes ever made, I might do that. I don't have $600 to shell out for an Unwired tools replacement, so I guess I'll do it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-13-2006, 10:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 954
Posted By cconbalsam
bypassing the servo

Well, my dandy little $10 AC servo worked great for 6 months and kicked the bucket. I bypassed the coolant valve and installed a manual valve, controlled by a throttle cable under the dash. All was...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-19-2006, 04:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,228
Posted By cconbalsam
ok. I'm driving home today and started playing...

ok. I'm driving home today and started playing with the controls again, and the heat comes on. I think I have gremlins.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-18-2006, 10:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,228
Posted By cconbalsam
I know what the servo is, and that is not what...

I know what the servo is, and that is not what I'm talking about. I took the old servo piece of crap apart tonight to see what made it tick. The part I'm talking about that bolts to the firewall...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-18-2006, 05:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,228
Posted By cconbalsam
The unit I am talking about bolts to the firewall...

The unit I am talking about bolts to the firewall and has a small coolant line that goes through it. I may be calling it te wrong thing. Either way, the old one immediately leaked down when I put a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-18-2006, 06:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,228
Posted By cconbalsam
the whole thing.

the whole thing.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-17-2006, 05:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,228
Posted By cconbalsam
I just replaced the monovalve, and I hooked up...

I just replaced the monovalve, and I hooked up the auxilliary water pump directly and it works fine.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-17-2006, 12:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,228
Posted By cconbalsam
sorry. thought it was on my signature. 1980 300d

sorry. thought it was on my signature. 1980 300d
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-16-2006, 11:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,228
Posted By cconbalsam
no heat, monovalve good

I lost heat last week for no apparent reason. I replaced the monovalve and it works, and I am getting vacuum from the whit line from the servo, but apparently the other white line that t's in near...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-01-2006, 10:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,052
Posted By cconbalsam
easy fix

Here is an easy way to fix a dim dash due to a corroded rheostat. Get some electrical contact cleaner and a long, thin needle and syringe. Spray out some cleaner in a cup and get a good dose in the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-23-2006, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,440
Posted By cconbalsam
Wasn't exactly a vacuum leak. I got the diagram...

Wasn't exactly a vacuum leak. I got the diagram and started checking things out. some of the lines were connected to the wrong t. I switched them back and it works cool as a cucumber. Thanks for...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-22-2006, 06:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,440
Posted By cconbalsam
I tried it out and the compressor does kick on...

I tried it out and the compressor does kick on with the defroster. the defrost vent and outside dash vents blow hot and the center dash vents blow cold. Also, I have noticed the vloor vents never...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-20-2006, 11:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,440
Posted By cconbalsam
I had it checked today and it's full. thanks.

I had it checked today and it's full. thanks.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-20-2006, 10:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 505
Posted By cconbalsam
thanks. this is my first post, so I'm getting...

thanks. this is my first post, so I'm getting oriented.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-20-2006, 10:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,440
Posted By cconbalsam
air conditioner 1980 300d

This car has the cursed AC servo, which was bad when I got it. I installed a replacement (which I got for $10.00 :D :D :D ) and the blower, heat etc.. works fine. There was no belt on the...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-20-2006, 05:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 505
Posted By cconbalsam
air conditioner 1980 300d

This car has the cursed AC servo, which was bad when I got it. I installed a replacement (which I got for $10.00 :D :D :D ) and the blower, heat etc.. works fine. There was no belt on the...
Forum: Tech Help 01-29-2006, 05:02 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 97,480
Posted By cconbalsam
on a mechanical connection such as this torque in...

on a mechanical connection such as this torque in itsself means nothing. What matters is the amount of tension in the bolt, which is pulling the two connected pieces together. You could have two...
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