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Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-15-2007, 11:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,464
Posted By Kuhlrover
Towing a 300D behind and RV

I have an 85 300D with an automatic transmission. Has anyone pulled this model of car behind their RV? I have seen kit's out there for disengaging the drive shaft. Has anyone used these on the 300D....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-20-2007, 11:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,819
Posted By Kuhlrover
It sounds to me like you have a vacuum hose leak...

It sounds to me like you have a vacuum hose leak or a damper diaphram with a leak in it under the dash. If condesation is dripping the evaporator must be getting cold enough to be condensing the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-23-2007, 12:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,361
Posted By Kuhlrover
The glow plug light on the dash works some what...

The glow plug light on the dash works some what independant to what is actually happening at the plugs. For example just because the glow plug light is on or off, does not relate to the glow plugs...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-22-2007, 02:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 647
Posted By Kuhlrover
Common places for leaks are: The shaft seal in...

Common places for leaks are: The shaft seal in the front of the compressor, the suction and discharge connections on the compressor, any of the rubber hoses, low pressure switch or the fitting or the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-07-2007, 12:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,017
Posted By Kuhlrover
OE = Original Equipment.

OE = Original Equipment.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-06-2007, 12:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,674
Posted By Kuhlrover
I can't answer that. I don't know why my GMC...

I can't answer that. I don't know why my GMC Suburban with a 6.2L diesel came with a single pulley alternator set up either. I have found only one belt that will work on it and it has to be tight. It...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-06-2007, 12:50 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,122
Posted By Kuhlrover
I changed my tank screen the other day after...

I changed my tank screen the other day after work. The whole operation took an hour. I was able to get a 1-13/16" socket at NAPA for $14.00.

TimK
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-05-2007, 11:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,674
Posted By Kuhlrover
Craig is right. Two pulleys increase the amount...

Craig is right. Two pulleys increase the amount of surface area between the pully and the belts. Diesel's, such as are MB's, pull a lot of current out of the battery upon start up. There is a huge...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2007, 11:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,730
Posted By Kuhlrover
Have you tried a combination of super glue and...

Have you tried a combination of super glue and silicone rubber to stop the leak? If I remember correctly that was what you used on a set of old oil cooler lines. I think it would be just as affective...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-23-2007, 01:47 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,110
Posted By Kuhlrover
The pressure you are asking about is dependant on...

The pressure you are asking about is dependant on what the temperature. You need to look at an R134a temperature chart. They are pretty easy to find on the web.

The problem you have is you don't...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-22-2007, 12:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,259
Posted By Kuhlrover
1985 MB 300DT - 301900 Miles on original engine...

1985 MB 300DT - 301900 Miles on original engine :D.

1. 400 miles
2. 29 mpg
3. Daily driver to work. Stop and Go, Freeway and City. 80 miles round trip.

TimK
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-22-2007, 12:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,002
Posted By Kuhlrover
You definitely have some front suspension issues....

You definitely have some front suspension issues. I would guess either in the tie rods or guide rods. You have components so worn that they are changing the toe-in on the wheels when you break or...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-21-2007, 02:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,049
Posted By Kuhlrover
In my experience, it is more likely the relay or...

In my experience, it is more likely the relay or plugs that are the problem and not harness. You should also inspect the plugs. One of them may be acting as a dead short. You could try hooking up...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-20-2007, 11:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,083
Posted By Kuhlrover
Wingas, I missed the part about you already...

Wingas,

I missed the part about you already doing a diesel purge. Definitely change the fuel filters if this had not been done after the purge. The diesel purge can break stuff loose and then it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-20-2007, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,049
Posted By Kuhlrover
As Funk says, use a 10 AWG wire. Use a wire much...

As Funk says, use a 10 AWG wire. Use a wire much smaller and it will turn into a heating element in your hands.

TimK
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-20-2007, 04:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,083
Posted By Kuhlrover
I don't think it is pre-ignition as you describe...

I don't think it is pre-ignition as you describe it. I suggest stop calling it pre-ignition. From what you descibe it sounds more like a miss or "no-ignition". I doubt if the cetane boost or the EGR...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-20-2007, 03:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,795
Posted By Kuhlrover
There is also a mount on the tail end of the...

There is also a mount on the tail end of the transmission. I had the two bolts on mine strip out. It sounded similiar to what you describe.

TimK
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-20-2007, 03:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 877
Posted By Kuhlrover
What type of smoke are you getting out of the...

What type of smoke are you getting out of the tail pipe while you are cranking on the starter whenyou say nothing is happening? Puffs of white smoke would tell me you are getting fuel but don't have...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-19-2007, 12:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,053
Posted By Kuhlrover
You said the accelerator pedal broke. Please...

You said the accelerator pedal broke. Please explain more about what part broke and how it broke. The two problems you describe may be related. You may have a linkage problem.

TimK
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-18-2007, 03:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,214
Posted By Kuhlrover
Grab the fan by the hub and turn it manually....

Grab the fan by the hub and turn it manually. Since the fan does not usually come on in the winter time, it can get crap stuck in there and prevent it from turning. There should be a plug at the end...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-18-2007, 03:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,043
Posted By Kuhlrover
I had a similiar deal when I bought a replacement...

I had a similiar deal when I bought a replacement ignition switch and key. I had to show the parts man at the dealership my registration. I don't have any problems with that. I would hate to think...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-18-2007, 11:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,569
Posted By Kuhlrover
I did the same job you are describing a couple of...

I did the same job you are describing a couple of years ago when the front seal went bad on my R4 compressor. There are no tricks to replacing either the dryer or compressor. It does take some...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-12-2007, 03:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,031
Posted By Kuhlrover
At the rate you are loosing coolant, it could...

At the rate you are loosing coolant, it could easily be evaporating before it forms a puddle. Take a close look at your radiator and where the rubber hoses connect to the different fittings. Look for...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-12-2007, 03:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 772
Posted By Kuhlrover
http://www.aircondition.com/pressure.htm

http://www.aircondition.com/pressure.htm
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-12-2007, 10:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 976
Posted By Kuhlrover
Did you check to make sure the switch that...

Did you check to make sure the switch that detects if the transmission is in park is properly connected? The neutral safety switch.

TimK
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-12-2007, 01:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 747
Posted By Kuhlrover
You need to provide more information on when the...

You need to provide more information on when the compressor cuts off. It is important. The compressor does not run non stop. There is a low pressure switch and I believe a temperature control switch...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-12-2007, 12:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,600
Posted By Kuhlrover
Which NAPA is that? TimK

Which NAPA is that?

TimK
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-11-2007, 04:55 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 16,448
Posted By Kuhlrover
I don't want to distract you from your problem,...

I don't want to distract you from your problem, but what you describe about your shocks is not related to the camber issues. You should replace them so they are the right part number and have the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-11-2007, 04:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,075
Posted By Kuhlrover
Tygman, Check out the tutorial at the...

Tygman,

Check out the tutorial at the diesel giant web page. I think it will show you all need to know. I am not sure what tyle of transmission hose you got that was 5/16". Be sure it's 5/16"...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 06-11-2007, 04:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,838
Posted By Kuhlrover
This is nothing more then alchemy. Acetone is an...

This is nothing more then alchemy. Acetone is an organic hydrocarbon like a lot of other chemicals out there. It will burn in a diesel engine. What else it will do in the process we do not know. Just...
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