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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 11-20-2019, 02:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 341
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1977 300D Thermostat Housing Cover

Need one 617 203 09 74 thermostat housing cover, 1977 300D, OM617 NA, non-turbo, w/AC, screw vent bolt on top. Part number is cast into snout for radiator return hose.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-29-2014, 01:48 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,799
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Sounds great, it's on my calendar. '77 300D,...

Sounds great, it's on my calendar.

'77 300D, 519k mi.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-26-2014, 12:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,056
Posted By the heap
1979 617 NA. Cam chain, banana rail, upper guide...

1979 617 NA. Cam chain, banana rail, upper guide rail, cam chain tensioner, no lower rails (2), 3 belts, water pump bypass hose; $1050 in December, Indy, California central coast.

'77 300D, 499K...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 12-25-2013, 12:59 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,850
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I drive my '77 300D 100 miles daily, owned since...

I drive my '77 300D 100 miles daily, owned since 1998, bought it with 100k mi, now showing 497k mi. Second motor, original transmission, original front brake rotors, original interior. Everything...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 09-06-2013, 12:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,201
Posted By the heap
I'm wearing out my second set of Altimax RTs,...

I'm wearing out my second set of Altimax RTs, 205/70R14. 80kmi from the first set, and I'll get at least that from the second set. First set, made in Brazil, were quiet but pulled to one side;...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-14-2013, 08:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,374
Posted By the heap
I've re-clocked the oil pressure needle on the...

I've re-clocked the oil pressure needle on the shaft by 90 degrees, so idle oil pressure rests on the bottom pin and indicates zero bar pressure, while running oil pressure needle position now is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-14-2010, 10:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,975
Posted By the heap
Failing vacuum pump, allowing engine oil to be...

Failing vacuum pump, allowing engine oil to be pushed into the air cleaner. Split diaphram on my older vacuum pump was the culprit.

Gerry
'77 300D, 408kmi
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-30-2010, 10:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,084
Posted By the heap
I believe the 300s are 80 liters, and the 240s...

I believe the 300s are 80 liters, and the 240s are 70 liters. Probably nominal, rather than actual, values.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-29-2010, 11:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,578
Posted By the heap
I'm on the original front rotors at 400kmi on my...

I'm on the original front rotors at 400kmi on my 1977 300D. I use Pagid soft pads, commute gently on highways, brake gently, and have driven this car for ~305kmi. There's essentially no lip on the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-25-2009, 12:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,116
Posted By the heap
I believe most NAPA filters are WIX.

I believe most NAPA filters are WIX.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-12-2009, 11:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,535
Posted By the heap
You can validate if the aux pump is seized by...

You can validate if the aux pump is seized by removing the plastic cap that covers the motor spindle, place the sharp end of your pocketknife against the shaft, you'll feel if it's rotating, or not. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-12-2009, 10:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,569
Posted By the heap
Yes. When the A/C is OFF, the compressor...

Yes.

When the A/C is OFF, the compressor clutch is de-energized, and the pulley will rotate freely. When the A/C is ON, the clutch is engaged, and the pulley is connected to the compressor. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-24-2009, 11:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 666
Posted By the heap
Your chassis number on the '77 should be W123...

Your chassis number on the '77 should be W123 130, and maybe more digits aafter that.

Gerry
'77 300D 376kmi
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-21-2009, 11:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,882
Posted By the heap
Check out Dan Stern Lighting website, he is very...

Check out Dan Stern Lighting website, he is very knowlegable about automotive lighting and Mercedes; I've bought the round 7" Cibie for my 300D, very pleased.

Gerry Reynolds
77 300D 375K mi
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-12-2009, 10:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,314
Posted By the heap
I have the same situation in the engine on my '79...

I have the same situation in the engine on my '79 300D. No spring. When I installed one from another pump, the engine wouldn't run. Removed it, engine started and ran like before. WTF?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-12-2009, 09:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,863
Posted By the heap
Another source of black fluid in the booster is a...

Another source of black fluid in the booster is a failing diaphragm on the fuel injection pump shutoff valve. Vacuum will put engine oil (black) through the split diaphragm from the fuel injection...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-25-2009, 01:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,326
Posted By the heap
I talked to him on the phone several weeks ago. ...

I talked to him on the phone several weeks ago. He was injured in a home accident, told by doctor to lay low for awhile, his ordered Monark parts were returned to Fatherland by UPS when he wasn't...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-10-2009, 12:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,351
Posted By the heap
Brake booster failed MityVac test, so it's...

Brake booster failed MityVac test, so it's definitely a leaking diaphragm issue. I've been quoted $50 used for '83 booster.

'77 300D, 367k mi
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-12-2009, 01:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,083
Posted By the heap
Can't be a flex disc if the noise happens at...

Can't be a flex disc if the noise happens at startup, because the car's not moving. Drain the oil, look for metal pieces in the drain pan. Sounds rod bearing, broken piston, or something rather...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-12-2009, 12:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 959
Posted By the heap
I believe, if there's no refrigerant in the...

I believe, if there's no refrigerant in the system, the pressure switch won't make up, and it won't allow the AC compressor to engage. Do you have gauges to check? York compressor, right?

'77...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2009, 01:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,407
Posted By the heap
I've got a '77 300D with 240D badges on it. Does...

I've got a '77 300D with 240D badges on it. Does that count?

'77 300D 363k mi
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-11-2009, 01:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,981
Posted By the heap
The 617 engine operates at ~5 bar at highway...

The 617 engine operates at ~5 bar at highway cruise speed, and should idle at 1.5-2 bar, when hot. If you're not pegging the gauge at 3+ bar at cruise, replace oil filter, check for cracked hose to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-25-2009, 12:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,460
Posted By the heap
This is a little late, but the door key will...

This is a little late, but the door key will unlock, and lock, the passenger side door.

'77 300D
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 05-24-2009, 12:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,317
Posted By the heap
I ran 3 sets of Pirelli P400s on my W123 at...

I ran 3 sets of Pirelli P400s on my W123 at 70-80k mi per set, I love them! No longer available in the required size, I now roll on General Altimax. Jury's still out on those, although they're good...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-24-2009, 01:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,351
Posted By the heap
Sinking brake pedal, '83 300SD

Thanks for the sage advice, I'll pass it along. It'll prolly be several weeks before I can, or he even allows me, to work on his car. Will advise.

'77 300D
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-21-2009, 01:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,351
Posted By the heap
Sinking brake pedal, '83 300SD

I've got an surplus vacuum to booster hose in the attic, I think I'll make a test fixture from it and attempt to pull vacuum using Mityvac on the booster only, after I disconnect the existing hose...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-19-2009, 09:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,351
Posted By the heap
Sinking brake pedal, 300SD

Gentlemen,

Master cylinder is new ATE, I filled with new Pentosin DOT 4 and bench bled the dude until no bubbles. Moved it over to the car, quickly installed it with minimal dribbling of fluid. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-18-2009, 11:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,351
Posted By the heap
Sinking brake pedal, 300SD

Thanks for the advices here. I read the shop manual for my 300D, looking for a brake booster test, some way I can isolate the symptom. If I disconnect and successfully plug the vacuum hose coming...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-18-2009, 07:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,351
Posted By the heap
So, I bled the brakes using Motive Power Bleeder,...

So, I bled the brakes using Motive Power Bleeder, starting with the RH rear corner, ending with the LH front. Some bubbles, but not many extruded through the clear plastic bleed hose. It's no...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-18-2009, 03:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,351
Posted By the heap
Sinking brake pedal, 300SD

So my buddy complains of sinking brake pedal on his '83 300SD, I agree to change brake master cylinder, which was just accomplished. Bench bled the cylinder before installation, master cylinder is...
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