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Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-16-2011, 11:44 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 7,233
Posted By Benzoid123
1982 300TD in the San Gabriel Mountains, Los...

1982 300TD in the San Gabriel Mountains, Los Angeles
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2010, 01:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,854
Posted By Benzoid123
I found a 46mm Hex bolt at a local hardware store...

I found a 46mm Hex bolt at a local hardware store and nut to fit it. Took it across the street to my neighbor Bob who welded the pieces together. So now I just use a regular ratchet on the welded-on...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2010, 10:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,966
Posted By Benzoid123
In my opinion, besides the psycho ex's, the...

In my opinion, besides the psycho ex's, the quickest way to get keyed is by being inconsiderate (not saying you were though!). Here in Los Angeles where parking is often competitive, people squeeze...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2010, 10:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 786
Posted By Benzoid123
Yup. Check those two areas as I have had the same...

Yup. Check those two areas as I have had the same exact symptoms on my 82' 300TD and they were the culprits!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2010, 10:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,827
Posted By Benzoid123
Go with ceramic pads! I made the mistake of...

Go with ceramic pads! I made the mistake of buying the Mintex pads on my 82' 300TD and they made a lot of noise, not to mention a lot of brake dust! My mechanic said "Well no wonder! You bought the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-05-2010, 12:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,692
Posted By Benzoid123
The accelerator linkage pivot mount is on the...

The accelerator linkage pivot mount is on the firewall on the driver's side. Mine was broken and causing a power loss on my 82' 300TD. Turns out since it was broken and falling out of its mount, it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-03-2010, 10:33 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 46,126
Posted By Benzoid123
Wow! Nice work! I'm inspired! And terrified!

Wow! Nice work! I'm inspired! And terrified!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-29-2010, 10:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 846
Posted By Benzoid123
So I can assume that replacing these won't help...

So I can assume that replacing these won't help much with my car's engine shaking at idle?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-17-2010, 11:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,916
Posted By Benzoid123
Bad relay. Mine did that too. I just replaced...

Bad relay. Mine did that too. I just replaced mine for $30ish.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-12-2010, 10:48 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 24,178
Posted By Benzoid123
Yup, a simple solution. All I think of when I see...

Yup, a simple solution. All I think of when I see your photos is how I would be a dead man if I were to put that stuff on our kitchen counter tops!

"Get that oily old car s**t out of the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2010, 12:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,193
Posted By Benzoid123
As the official caretaker of the car, I agree...

As the official caretaker of the car, I agree that the rear gearing might be a bit too low to enjoy the turbo power. I drove it about 10 miles last night to visit friends and it just winds up too...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-25-2010, 11:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 830
Posted By Benzoid123
Depends on what you want to buy the car for I...

Depends on what you want to buy the car for I guess. If you're looking for a project car to work on yourself, then maybe this is the one. If you're looking for a daily driver you don't have much...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-20-2010, 05:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 807
Posted By Benzoid123
Genuine MB motor mounts

What manufacturer makes genuine MB motor mounts for an 82' 300TD? I know of countless aftermarket brands but who makes the expensive ones the dealerships give you? They won't tell me the brand!
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-29-2010, 07:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,672
Posted By Benzoid123
There are literally hundreds of them on the roads...

There are literally hundreds of them on the roads here in Los Angeles. I see a bunch of them in Palos Verdes Estates being driven by people in their golden years. Probably the original owners! I saw...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-25-2010, 09:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,807
Posted By Benzoid123
I'm quickly approaching this same point with my...

I'm quickly approaching this same point with my 82' 300TD. My theory is if you keep driving it over time and not a car with car payments, then you win in the end. You don't *have* to do anything to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-21-2010, 02:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,723
Posted By Benzoid123
If you happen upon a wagon with black interior,...

If you happen upon a wagon with black interior, I'm looking for the removable interior door across from the spare tire cover in the back. Behind this door is the fuel filler pipe etc. Mine has two...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-19-2010, 03:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,859
Posted By Benzoid123
A retired Mercedes mechanic just told me that the...

A retired Mercedes mechanic just told me that the rear bearings don't go bad too often. Brakes and rotors first...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-06-2010, 02:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,607
Posted By Benzoid123
Just some guy, no one important..... I can...

Just some guy, no one important.....

I can rebuild those injectors, I just need to find a place for pop-testing. I don't need a home-brewed tester blowing up in my face....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-05-2010, 11:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,607
Posted By Benzoid123
I was wondering about the EGR as well. Getting...

I was wondering about the EGR as well. Getting that out and the manifold cleaned out will be a good thing. Rebuilding the injectors were in the future one way or another. Not sure if I should go with...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-05-2010, 10:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,607
Posted By Benzoid123
Hmm, well that sounds identical to my issue. I...

Hmm, well that sounds identical to my issue. I guess when the injectors are under a load over time they just start goofing up. I still am baffled why it does it on days when I don't go over 45mph in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-05-2010, 07:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,607
Posted By Benzoid123
The other things I have done: Replaced rack...

The other things I have done:

Replaced rack dampener bolt (swear this made things worse!) Mechanics adjusted it the best they could but the shaking was still there.

Replaced Fuel pressure...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-05-2010, 11:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,607
Posted By Benzoid123
Weird shaking 300TD

I have an 82' 300TD and it has a strange shaking problem. Here are the facts:

1. Car starts well when cold. There is very little shaking at all.
2. Operating temp is a little higher than normal...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 06-29-2008, 02:31 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 27,478
Posted By Benzoid123
In addition if anyone wrote anything he didn't...

In addition if anyone wrote anything he didn't like the post mysteriously disappeared!
Forum: Alternative Fuels 06-28-2008, 03:18 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 27,478
Posted By Benzoid123
No need to lock anyone in the basement...I'm on...

No need to lock anyone in the basement...I'm on your side on this debate. I know it's better to search existing threads to contribute to rather than start up a new thread on an old subject already...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 06-27-2008, 02:47 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 27,478
Posted By Benzoid123
1,2,3 CLEAR--ZAP! Reviving an old thread

I was reading this entertaining thread and no, I don't have the Lovecrap system but I did have a thought. The biggest problem with the Lovecrap system is starting it on cold veggie which leaves...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-08-2008, 12:20 AM
Replies: 1,417
Views: 186,752
Posted By Benzoid123
Bumper pieces

Do you have any front bumper parts for a 74' 240D? I cracked in half one of the two fist-sized rubber bumpers on the front of the car. The horizontal smaller rubber pieces are fine but the big rubber...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-08-2008, 12:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 616
Posted By Benzoid123
1974 240D Bumper piece wanted

Due to my foolishness, I ended up cracking in half and breaking one of the two thick rubber bumper pieces on my friend's car. It is the fist-sized thick rubber piece that sticks out from the front...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 08-25-2007, 04:39 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,309
Posted By Benzoid123
My B-24 ride

I am fortunate-enough to have a big brother who is involved with the Collings Foundation who operates a B-17, B-24 and B-25 on tours around the country. My brothers and I all took a 2.5 hour flight...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-25-2006, 06:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,877
Posted By Benzoid123
Update

Not looking good for the injection pump. They have determined that two cylinders aren't getting the fuel they are supposed to and there is no fuel coming out of the return lines for those cylinders....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-24-2006, 03:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,877
Posted By Benzoid123
Wait a stitch...

Hmmm, I was discussing with a fellow diesel Mercedes owner tonight about viscosity. Before I knew better, I added nearly 5 gallons of fresh Costco oil in my car's main tank a few times and the ratio...
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