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Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-15-2016, 11:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,117
Posted By hobbitss
Figured this thread needed an update.. MAF...

Figured this thread needed an update..
MAF failed on my 98 E300 a while back, as a result of some other issues car was running rough & sometimes just barely, 2 codes & terrible fuel economy. ...
Forum: General Information 10-06-2012, 02:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 24,632
Posted By hobbitss
Excellent DIY... Just finished this Mod and it...

Excellent DIY... Just finished this Mod and it works great...
The plastic cover on my blown regulator popped off so I un-soldered the wires from it instead of cutting them off...
I tested the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-27-2012, 09:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,222
Posted By hobbitss
Check the rubber fuel line that comes up the fire...

Check the rubber fuel line that comes up the fire wall. Where the metal fuel line is attached the rubber may have dried out and is leaking... My 98 E300D had a similar issue a couple of years ago...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-03-2010, 09:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,164
Posted By hobbitss
Good thing I haven't had the Chip re-flashed...

Good thing I haven't had the Chip re-flashed yet...
Didn't you have that done on yours???
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-03-2010, 09:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,164
Posted By hobbitss
Hmmm, ok... I'm guessing it throws a different...

Hmmm, ok... I'm guessing it throws a different Code...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-03-2010, 07:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,164
Posted By hobbitss
I have twice now had my 98 E300D throw a code...

I have twice now had my 98 E300D throw a code while under heavy acceleration but not WOT.. 1st time was about a month ago and didn't lose boost or see any other symptoms so I cleared the code on the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-27-2010, 11:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,931
Posted By hobbitss
I will second the PITA opinion for the R&R of a...

I will second the PITA opinion for the R&R of a Brake Light Switch...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 04-25-2010, 05:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,257
Posted By hobbitss
What are you going to use the car for??? The...

What are you going to use the car for???
The use should dictate the Tires...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-17-2010, 09:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 661
Posted By hobbitss
There is a thread on a manual sale going on...

There is a thread on a manual sale going on now...
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=275747
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-29-2009, 08:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,025
Posted By hobbitss
Nice story... I liked the reference to...

Nice story...

I liked the reference to Mordor...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-08-2009, 09:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,510
Posted By hobbitss
I was informed of this issue while having my...

I was informed of this issue while having my original plastic lines & o-rings replaced as I thought they were the source of the hesitation... My lines were to old and yellowed to really see thru'......
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-06-2009, 09:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,510
Posted By hobbitss
Check the rubber fuel line in the engine...

Check the rubber fuel line in the engine compartment where it meets the metal line from the tank... Mine was dried out and leaking air into the fuel flow, it caused hesitation at highway speeds... ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-01-2009, 08:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,517
Posted By hobbitss
I would expect that most of the small parts are...

I would expect that most of the small parts are standard across all models and if they need the Viton for the newer models for the Ultra Low Sulfur that they would also start using them for the OEM...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-29-2009, 10:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,517
Posted By hobbitss
I ordered up a set of the Viton O-rings and...

I ordered up a set of the Viton O-rings and installed them on the plastic lines I had ordered from Phil.. Left the car with the indy' who works on my brothers 98 E300 and had him do the lines and IP...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-20-2009, 06:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,765
Posted By hobbitss
Excessive foam and a very slow fill sounds like a...

Excessive foam and a very slow fill sounds like a fill tube restriction...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-19-2009, 01:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,397
Posted By hobbitss
Status Update

I finally took the advise someone gave a while back (Marty?) and disconnected the battery......

It worked... I had to reset all of the windows & steering and have to figure out the reset on the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-19-2009, 01:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,397
Posted By hobbitss
I finally took the advise someone gave a while...

I finally took the advise someone gave a while back (Marty?) and disconnected the battery......

It worked... I had to reset all of the windows & steering and have to figure out the reset on the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-12-2009, 03:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,397
Posted By hobbitss
I popped the back seat looking for the module on...

I popped the back seat looking for the module on the drivers side and found a metal deck..
Passenger side has the battery, a fuse block w/vacuum switch and next to that a device enclosed in a foam...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-10-2009, 03:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,397
Posted By hobbitss
The car has a security feature that will re-lock...

The car has a security feature that will re-lock the doors if you unlock and then don't open a door within a predetermined time... Happens to me every time I forget something after unlocking the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-08-2009, 08:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,607
Posted By hobbitss
I think they are referring to this.. ...

I think they are referring to this..
http://epc.startekinfo.com/epc/home.jsp
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-30-2009, 07:31 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 103,271
Posted By hobbitss
Hey... I've been thinking this over and it comes...

Hey... I've been thinking this over and it comes down to the fact that the W210s are fly by wire and everything goes thru" the Engine Management Module... So, what exactly happens when you simulate...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-29-2009, 09:02 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 103,271
Posted By hobbitss
Ok, I understand all of that... The computer...

Ok, I understand all of that...
The computer also controls the volume of air available to the engine thru' actuation of the waste gate... Does it also limit air to a "cold" engine as it adds more...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-29-2009, 05:35 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 103,271
Posted By hobbitss
How about Richer mixture??? My 98 Idles cold...

How about Richer mixture???

My 98 Idles cold at 0.3 gallons per hour
and
Idles warm at 0.1 gallon per hour...

Simulate a cold engine all of the time and that is more fuel going out the tail...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-29-2009, 05:18 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 103,271
Posted By hobbitss
Not sure about the older cars but I believe...

Not sure about the older cars but I believe simulating a cold engine on the W210 and later models will cause the Engine Control Module to inject a richer than necessary mixture.... ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-20-2009, 07:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,804
Posted By hobbitss
Awe... Come on guys... He isn't going to let it...

Awe... Come on guys... He isn't going to let it go now.... :(
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-20-2009, 03:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,804
Posted By hobbitss
I can give him $500.00 for it...... There must...

I can give him $500.00 for it......
There must be $500.00 in parts I can use... :D
It can't be more than a couple hours away...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-17-2009, 09:50 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 11,560
Posted By hobbitss
Where is all of your stuff??? It isn't a garage...

Where is all of your stuff???
It isn't a garage without a lot of stuff piled up... :rolleyes:
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-15-2009, 06:35 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 11,560
Posted By hobbitss
Awesome Party Barn....

Awesome Party Barn....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-14-2009, 10:42 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 11,560
Posted By hobbitss
Funny I was thinking the same thing...... Film...

Funny I was thinking the same thing......
Film at 11 :rolleyes:
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-03-2009, 08:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,061
Posted By hobbitss
I recently had all of the clear lines and IP...

I recently had all of the clear lines and IP outlet seals replaced on my 98 to mitigate acceleration lag and a light aroma of diesel in the engine compartment... The indy where I had the work done...
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