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Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-04-2004, 02:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,662
Posted By blakeF
W114 to W115 bumper swap

Hi gang,

I have done a search and have found related topics but not a solid answer.

I have a 1975 W115 240D with the "mega bumpers". There is a local U-Pull-It junk yard that has an older...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-09-2004, 06:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 874
Posted By blakeF
w115 axle shaft questions

I will probably have to replace the drivers side axle shaft in my '75 240D project car. It feels quite sloppy, and I am hearing clunking noises from the rear end. So it would be a good place to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-30-2004, 12:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,913
Posted By blakeF
So far so good. I have two quick questions. Got...

So far so good. I have two quick questions. Got the rocker arms off after some straining, but they came off. Took old seals off #1 cyl., and found the new seals look different than the old worn ones....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-28-2004, 01:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,913
Posted By blakeF
240d valve stem seals

Hi gang,

I know this has been covered before, I have read most of what is here. I just want to be sure I don't drop a valve. That would wreck my weekend.

Here's what I plan to do. Set #1...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-22-2004, 02:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,587
Posted By blakeF
I just took the State of Oregon emission test two...

I just took the State of Oregon emission test two days ago on my new El cheapo 1975 240D beater. All vehicles 1975 and newer must take emission testing in the Portland Area.

The requirements are,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-08-2004, 02:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 606
Posted By blakeF
Ready for my first 240D?

Hi Gang,

I am considering purchasing my first 240D. I already have an '86 300E as my daily driver, and understand how different these two beasts are. It will serve as a beater/project car for the...
Forum: Tech Help 03-01-2003, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 750
Posted By blakeF
I guess I could flush it before installation. My...

I guess I could flush it before installation. My concern would be that this white powdery substance would remain inside the transmission section of the radiator, come loose and cause damage to the...
Forum: Tech Help 03-01-2003, 04:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 750
Posted By blakeF
New radiator defective?

I just purchased a new radiator. I am replacing my current one which leaks from the upper neck area. Upon inspecting the new dealer unit, I notice that inside both transmission fittings, there are...
Forum: Tech Help 02-09-2003, 03:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 602
Posted By blakeF
The upper part of the engine(under the valve...

The upper part of the engine(under the valve cover) is lubricated by oil. It gets splashed around alot. If you remove the oil filler cap after the engine has been running, it will have oil on it. I...
Forum: Tech Help 02-07-2003, 12:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,425
Posted By blakeF
W124 subframe mounts DIY?

I am slowly replacing all suspension components in my '86 300E. The only thing left is the rear subframe mounts and a few links, also in the rear.

Searching here has given a range of opinion on...
Forum: Tech Help 01-29-2003, 02:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 994
Posted By blakeF
The manual for my '86 300E reads similar. But...

The manual for my '86 300E reads similar. But take a closer look on touching the gas pedal while starting. Mine reads, "less than minus 18 deg. C" That is 0 deg. F. Pretty chilly.

Any thing...
Forum: Tech Help 01-24-2003, 02:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,155
Posted By blakeF
Clearly no correct answer on this one. How bad...

Clearly no correct answer on this one. How bad is your leak?

Mine leaks about a pint every couple months and I just top it off. Shifts excellent. Reverse delays somewhat. I'm happy with it for...
Forum: Tech Help 01-24-2003, 02:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 937
Posted By blakeF
Above advice sounds good. Are you sure you...

Above advice sounds good.

Are you sure you are seeing white smoke? At freeway speeds it can be difficult to distinguish colors of smoke from your rearview mirror. Any other symptoms? Is the...
Forum: Tech Help 12-22-2002, 08:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 828
Posted By blakeF
fuel distributor replacement

In my attempt to correct a persistent rough idle problem on my '86 300E, I am faced with replacing the fuel distributor. My mechanic says the #5 cylinder fuel feed is not correct. In fact he swaped...
Forum: Tech Help 10-25-2002, 03:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,027
Posted By blakeF
In addition to the sound advice above concerning...

In addition to the sound advice above concerning the thermostat, two other possibilities come to mind.

Does the fuel guage read correctly? If not, check the voltage stabilizer on the back of the...
Forum: Tech Help 08-07-2002, 01:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,542
Posted By blakeF
Well, here's my 2 cents. I had the valve seals...

Well, here's my 2 cents. I had the valve seals done on my '86 300E with the 103 motor. Oil was burning about 1 qt. every 600-700 miles. Seal replacement was $300 at independant. Oil usage went...
Forum: Tech Help 08-06-2002, 10:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,388
Posted By blakeF
My invoice shows a charge of $20 for 2 gallons of...

My invoice shows a charge of $20 for 2 gallons of (green)coolant. The last time I bought MB coolant it was $12 per gallon. It sure looks to me the dealer is trying shave costs on "older" MBs.

I...
Forum: Tech Help 07-31-2002, 11:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,135
Posted By blakeF
Yes, the $713 is for both sides. I did the front...

Yes, the $713 is for both sides. I did the front struts and rear shocks, they were not hard at all.

Is the tool I would need a generic tie rod separator for the drag link and tie rods? Thanks for...
Forum: Tech Help 07-30-2002, 11:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,135
Posted By blakeF
Rebuilding 300E suspension

I am slowly replacing worn suspension components on my '86 300E. So far I have done front struts, rear shocks, diff. mounts, thrust arms, idler arm bushings, sway bar bushings, and steering damper. ...
Forum: Tech Help 07-28-2002, 12:20 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,388
Posted By blakeF
Dealer used green coolant

The waterpump on my '86 300E started leaking badly this week. Had to happen sometime. Anyway, took it in to local Dealer to have it replaced.

Got it home, opened the hood and was floored to see...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 07-22-2002, 10:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,481
Posted By blakeF
Sorry about the bad experience. The above advice...

Sorry about the bad experience. The above advice sounds good to me.

Are you refering to BG44K? I bought an 11 oz. can of it several weeks back from a detailing store for $20. So $22 can't be...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 07-17-2002, 02:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,330
Posted By blakeF
My current ride is an '86 300E which i have owned...

My current ride is an '86 300E which i have owned for just over 2 years. Prior to it, I drove an 87 Volvo 240. I sold the 240 to a relative due to a small electrical mishap (long story-involves...
Forum: Tech Help 07-03-2002, 12:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 895
Posted By blakeF
Lambda Crisis

Tonight I was going to adjust my '86 300E's mixture setting slightly rich to help smooth my idle. After reading the DIY article on engine controls and reading all the posts regarding lambda...
Forum: Tech Help 03-23-2002, 11:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 898
Posted By blakeF
Sorry, It's an '86 300E. W124. Thanks. ...

Sorry, It's an '86 300E. W124.

Thanks.


BF.
Forum: Tech Help 03-23-2002, 02:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 898
Posted By blakeF
sway bar bushings

I will be replacing my sway bar bushings this weekend because they are worn and making noise over bumps. The new bushings I have are different part numbers than the ones now on the sway bar:

old...
Forum: Tech Help 12-21-2001, 03:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,512
Posted By blakeF
I have an '86 300E. The layout of the serpentine...

I have an '86 300E. The layout of the serpentine belt is on page 86 of my owner's manual. Page 90 shows the correct belt length as 2255 mm.

Do you have enough snow yet in Utah?

-Blake
'86...
Forum: Tech Help 11-29-2001, 04:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,713
Posted By blakeF
Same thing happened to me over the holiday with...

Same thing happened to me over the holiday with my '86 300E. I did not know these could fail so suddenly. Made a huge racket. The car was towed 205 miles to Salt Lake. The bearing(with bracket) and...
Forum: Tech Help 08-03-2001, 04:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 801
Posted By blakeF
I have lifted an M103 engine from the pan using 2...

I have lifted an M103 engine from the pan using 2 wood 2x4s between the jack and the pan. I was replacing worn engine mounts. The bottom of the pan does not appear concave, but rather flat.
...
Forum: Tech Help 05-22-2001, 12:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,364
Posted By blakeF
I have an '86 300E. My fuse box reads identical...

I have an '86 300E. My fuse box reads identical to JCE's with one exception. Fuse #12 controls the blower motor. It is a 25A (blue) fuse.

Excellent photo JCE!

-Blake
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