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Alex Vantu
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Tech Help
03-20-2006, 03:49 PM
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Why Not to buy a Mercedes...
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Alex Vantu
Nice try but NO!!!!
Hey Hatterasguy
Nice try but your theory of cost over profit in developing of a manual trans is a losing proposition then why in the world BMW, and Audi just to name a few continue to offer...
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Tech Help
03-20-2006, 01:31 PM
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Why Not to buy a Mercedes...
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21,736
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Alex Vantu
A true car anthusiast
I feel connected to the car when it is a manual trans, I exploit every bit of the car's performance this way. That is my story and I'm sticking with it:) . I'm not asking Mercedes to stop making...
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Tech Help
03-20-2006, 10:47 AM
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Why Not to buy a Mercedes...
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Alex Vantu
mercedes should have more manual trans.
The biggest reason why I went to BMW because I could not find a Mid size sport sedan with manual trans from Mercedes. I'm glad I found BMW because let me tell you they have such a big range of manual...
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Off-Topic Discussion
03-20-2006, 10:28 AM
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A reliable van other than Toyota Sienna or Honda Odyssey?
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Alex Vantu
Reliable Dodge Caravan!
Honest to say my 96 Caravan with the 3.3 V6 has been really good to me. It has 122km and still going strong with original engine and drive drain (knock on wood):) . The only few things I had to do to...
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Tech Help
03-19-2006, 10:46 AM
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Why Not to buy a Mercedes...
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Alex Vantu
Glad to be BMW owner
Went from a 2.3-16 to a 528 5 spd has been headache free and very enjoyable life for me in the last 3 years, but I can see why people still love their Benz because I still looking at Benz every time...
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Tech Help
09-16-2002, 08:12 AM
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Window switch won't raise rear window
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1,611
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Alex Vantu
First of all, you need to make sure that it is...
First of all, you need to make sure that it is the switch. To test if it is the switch you open the driver door so the dome light is on, watch the dome light while you press the window switch, if...
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Tech Help
09-15-2002, 10:20 AM
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Front strut and strut mount on 124 - DONE
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Alex Vantu
New struts new car
I had just replaced the struts for my 2.3-16 and what a difference, feel like a new car again. I also replaced the strut mounts, old ones had some cracks.
It took me about 5 hours but I enjoyed...
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Tech Help
08-13-2002, 09:02 AM
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front brakes '86 300SDl
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889
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Alex Vantu
You need to get yourself a power bleeder from...
You need to get yourself a power bleeder from Performance products online. It costs about $49.95. I learned my lesson not to mess with conventional method of bleeding the brake on an ABS car. This...
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Tech Help
07-23-2002, 11:55 AM
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Idle stalls when embient temp above 90 F
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Alex Vantu
Idle stalls when embient temp above 90 F
I have an 86 2.3-16. Let's say this. Got to work, park the car. At lunch time the outside temp. is above 90F and high humidity, start the car, car started right up no idle stalling here, drove for...
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Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock
07-22-2002, 12:05 PM
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2.3-16 / 2.5-16 >>> how many of us out here???
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Alex Vantu
forgot me not
86 Pearl Black/black 5-spd
Stock except for K&N air filter
193,000 miles still love it
Purchased 1995
This car loves me!!!
Forum:
Tech Help
07-14-2002, 12:09 PM
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Power Bleeding ABS-Equipped Brake Systems
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5,267
Posted By
Alex Vantu
Spare tire!!!
I acquired a kit called EASYBLEEDER. It recommends to use the spare tire as the power suplly source, but make sure the pressure is not higher than 15PSI. It did a good job for me. If you need more...
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Tech Help
05-28-2002, 04:38 PM
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Struts R&R
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Alex Vantu
Nice to hear from someone
Hey CSNOW,
It's very nice of you to put all that good infos. I'm sure that your advices will be very helpful. I really do appreciate that you take take your time and write them all down for me.
...
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Tech Help
05-27-2002, 04:58 PM
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axle stuck in differential - it won't come out.
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Alex Vantu
Here is the tool for the job
What you need is a good size sliding hammer puller. you can get this tool at any auto parts store. This tool is the magic trick for the job.
Alex
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Tech Help
05-26-2002, 07:33 PM
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need some help with my 190e 16v
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Alex Vantu
The picture is sure blurry. I can't see a thing.
The picture is sure blurry. I can't see a thing.
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Tech Help
05-26-2002, 08:19 AM
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Struts R&R
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Alex Vantu
Struts R&R
Hello there,
I have an 86 2.3-16 with 190K miles. It's time to have the struts replace because they show some leakage and uneven worn tires. I have done a few of these jobs on Japanese cars but...
Forum:
Tech Help
05-06-2002, 03:32 PM
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The Blinker Connection??
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1,160
Posted By
Alex Vantu
Trailer wiring???
Do you happen to have some kind of trailer wiring installed??? If you do then remove them completely and see.
Alex
Forum:
Tech Help
05-05-2002, 07:22 PM
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two windows don't work
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Alex Vantu
You better listen to tKamiya. It has to be the...
You better listen to tKamiya. It has to be the fuse
Forum:
Tech Help
04-07-2002, 08:46 AM
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ABS Light Gone on ?????????
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1,282
Posted By
Alex Vantu
Check your fuses, Thought they look fine, but do...
Check your fuses, Thought they look fine, but do yourself a favor go to autoparts get the new fuses with the glass tube that is compatible with old led fuses. Replace all of your fuses with new ones...
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Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale
04-07-2002, 08:30 AM
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Mercedes 190e 2.3-16v '86 16v- $8000, Low 88k-
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Alex Vantu
You said car sold for $8000. Is this mean the car...
You said car sold for $8000. Is this mean the car has been sold. If it is still available, I'd like to check it out. I'm not that far from Providence.
Alex
Forum:
Tech Help
01-14-2002, 06:26 PM
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4
My 190e 2.3 16v will not start........HELP !!!!!!!!!
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Posted By
Alex Vantu
No start
Put the pedal to the metal while you try to start. If you still have a hard time then get some new plugs and spark plug wires. While you are at it replace the cap and rotor too.
Alex
Forum:
Tech Help
11-25-2001, 09:47 AM
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5
Where is the timing mark on 86 2.3-16????
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Posted By
Alex Vantu
Just a thought
Hi Glen,
I noticed that while I was rotating the distributor the RPM of the engine doesn't change significantly as you mentioned about the ECU take care of the timing by compensating it, this seems...
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Tech Help
11-24-2001, 06:09 PM
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Where is the timing mark on 86 2.3-16????
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Posted By
Alex Vantu
Thanks Glenn, That is a beautiful picture you...
Thanks Glenn,
That is a beautiful picture you sent there buddy. In desperato, before I see your picture, I advanced the timing a bit by moving the distributor counter clockwise and what a...
Forum:
Tech Help
11-24-2001, 10:04 AM
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5
Where is the timing mark on 86 2.3-16????
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2,718
Posted By
Alex Vantu
Where is the timing mark on 86 2.3-16????
Hello,
Could someone tell me where axactly is the timing mark on my 86 190E 2.3-16. I spent so much time looking for it perhaps some jumpers need to be bridged before I can see it??? I just...
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Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted
11-15-2001, 08:07 AM
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3
OE rims for sale
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943
Posted By
Alex Vantu
Rims are still available
Hi Michael,
The Rims came from the 2.3-16. So they are 15.0 X 7.0. As you know they are a little wider on the width dimension. They are in good condition except for some typical scraps on sides....
Forum:
Tech Help
11-12-2001, 07:32 PM
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8
Center console lights ALL dead on 1988 300CE
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1,513
Posted By
Alex Vantu
Just a dump question but you don't accidentally...
Just a dump question but you don't accidentally bumped the rheostat (the dimmer thing) all the way down do you?
Alex
Forum:
Tech Help
11-12-2001, 04:02 PM
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8
Center console lights ALL dead on 1988 300CE
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1,513
Posted By
Alex Vantu
Check the fuses. Even if the fuse looks fine you...
Check the fuses. Even if the fuse looks fine you should replace it
Alex
Forum:
Tech Help
11-12-2001, 01:20 PM
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4
Cooling temp drop
Views:
806
Posted By
Alex Vantu
Thanks Jim, I will replace my thermostat...
Thanks Jim,
I will replace my thermostat right away.
Alex
Forum:
Tech Help
11-12-2001, 10:12 AM
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4
Cooling temp drop
Views:
806
Posted By
Alex Vantu
Cooling temp drop
I just happen to notice that my 190E 2.3-16 cooling temp drops to 80 degree Celcus from the norm of 100 degree Celcus. Althought the embient temperature in New England is getting cold, but I have...
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Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted
11-12-2001, 08:33 AM
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3
OE rims for sale
Views:
943
Posted By
Alex Vantu
Thanks Muskies Alex
Thanks Muskies
Alex
Forum:
Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted
11-11-2001, 02:17 PM
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3
OE rims for sale
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943
Posted By
Alex Vantu
OE rims for sale
I have a set of OE rims out of my 86 2.3-16. They're in good condition without tires. For $200 if any one is interest.
Alex
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