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Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-08-2007, 10:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,749
Posted By Grrrmachine
The links themselves are held on with wire (the...

The links themselves are held on with wire (the sockets are so worn they don't clip onto the ball part of the joint any more.)

Anyway, the links from the fuel pump, over the engine and to the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-08-2007, 09:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,749
Posted By Grrrmachine
W123 lubricating accelerator linkages

After being sat for 18months, I finally got my 200D started! BUT, the accelerator only has two settings now; idle or full throttle.

I've freed it up so it works by hand, but it's not springing...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-03-2007, 03:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Grrrmachine
hahah, masz beczka tez? Moje jest moj pierwsze...

hahah, masz beczka tez? Moje jest moj pierwsze samochod w Polsce - jestem Anglikiem ;)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-03-2007, 01:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Grrrmachine
Ok, I worked it out. For future reference: ...

Ok, I worked it out. For future reference:

The TWO large cables (one from alternator, one from battery +) go to the top solenoid post.

One small cable also from large solenoid bolt to relay...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-03-2007, 10:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Grrrmachine
Please, you guys really aren't reading what Im...

Please, you guys really aren't reading what Im saying.

1) I don't have the little black box.
2) I have some cables flopping around my engine bay.
3) I have a starter with no cables attatched to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-03-2007, 05:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Grrrmachine
As I said, I don't have the black box. I don't...

As I said, I don't have the black box. I don't really have any of those coloured wires either, but I appreciate the help.

Basically, the starter needs a live, a ground and a switch, correct? I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-02-2007, 06:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Grrrmachine
I havent found this "little black box" that I've...

I havent found this "little black box" that I've read so much about on this forum - my model is so basic that I don't think it was fitted.

Either way, at the moment all the cables to the starter...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-02-2007, 01:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Grrrmachine
The relay in question is just a standard Bosch...

The relay in question is just a standard Bosch 30A one, like this:
http://www.coolcatcorp.com/faqs/relay1.jpg
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-02-2007, 12:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,301
Posted By Grrrmachine
Starter wires

I couldnt get my W123 started after being stood for the winter, so I replaced the starter. Still no joy. I've tested all the wires out, and there's a hard-start relay in the circuit, but since I put...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-14-2007, 04:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 692
Posted By Grrrmachine
No Electrics

Ive had an old W123 standing for a year, and it wouldnt start. I swapped the starter motor (the old one didnt even click) and now Im not even getting a battery light - no electrics whatsoever. It...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-24-2006, 12:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,209
Posted By Grrrmachine
If I thought it was anything other than a sticky...

If I thought it was anything other than a sticky tumbler, you're right. But in this situation it's simply another symptom of a car thats been sat still for a lomg long time, and which will now be...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-24-2006, 06:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,209
Posted By Grrrmachine
I've had this too (Last night, in fact) - wiggle...

I've had this too (Last night, in fact) - wiggle wiggle, proper English expletives, wiggle, mole grips, more English words, exasperated sigh, key out, lips on the hole, great lungful of air, BLOW,...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 08-21-2006, 06:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 985
Posted By Grrrmachine
When I change from my 14" summer rims to my 15"...

When I change from my 14" summer rims to my 15" winter rims, I notice a difference, but for the better. I think after this season (as the tread is pretty low anyway) I'll move the summer wheels up to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 08-21-2006, 06:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 985
Posted By Grrrmachine
I remembered to lift them into the wheel arch...

I remembered to lift them into the wheel arch this time, as they're bigger than the stock wheels
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 08-21-2006, 06:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 985
Posted By Grrrmachine
I suck at getting the perspective right with...

I suck at getting the perspective right with wheels, but here's a quick and dirty idea for you. I've added some brake discs as they will definately show through on those rims:
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-21-2006, 07:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 852
Posted By Grrrmachine
There's plenty of pics here: ...

There's plenty of pics here:

http://richsvehicles.fotopic.net/c758776.html

for anyone who wants to peruse. As you can see from the dates on the photos, she's been parked up since February...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-21-2006, 03:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 852
Posted By Grrrmachine
All these problems

Ive had a good search trying to find a solenoid solution for my W123, and I have to admit my incredulity at some of the other things that go wrong on these old beasts.

I've got a Euro-spec W123...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-19-2006, 05:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,780
Posted By Grrrmachine
Thank god for this thread! I've had a W123 200D...

Thank god for this thread! I've had a W123 200D (yes, the baby diesel engine) sat outside my house for six months awaiting work. When I parked her up, she started fine, but now, with a fresh battery...
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