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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

05-18-2008, 07:34 PM

Replies: 2

Parting out Euro model 1984 280E W123 - will trade for 300D parts?

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Posted By 85MB300D

Parting out Euro model 1984 280E W123 - will trade for 300D parts?

Getting ready to take to the bone yard. Let me know what you need.

Thanks!

-Brian

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

05-18-2008, 03:30 PM

Replies: 0

WTB: '82-85 300D or SD with bad motor

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Posted By 85MB300D

WTB: '82-85 300D or SD with bad motor

As close as possible to Buffalo or Rochester, NY.

PM or Email me please!

Thank you.

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

05-17-2008, 10:05 PM

Replies: 43

1961 300d Adenauer - thinking of buying... ANY advice appreciated

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1961 300d Adenauer - thinking of buying... ANY advice appreciated

This poor thing is in need of serious restoration, but it runs and drives (although I have not seen it run and drive yet, but I have seen the car)

Any advice would be appreciated.

To buy or...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-16-2008, 06:52 PM

Replies: 46

Best mpg yet

Views: 4,015

Posted By 85MB300D

Not to get in a pissing match, but are you sure...

Not to get in a pissing match, but are you sure you are doing your calculations correctly?

38 seems quite a bit high for an '84 300D, unless you set the cruise at maybe 40mph ;)

Just curious...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-14-2008, 06:58 PM

Replies: 69

W123 300D Eleven most common issues

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Posted By 85MB300D

#1. Engine will not shut off ...

#1. Engine will not shut off YES, fixed
#2. Central locking not working. YES, not fixed
#3. Engine won't start. NO, thank God!
#4. Oil...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

05-14-2008, 03:23 AM

Replies: 5

123 L/H rocker panel

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Posted By 85MB300D

No prices listed when I searched, but thanks for...

No prices listed when I searched, but thanks for the link. I emailed them.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

05-14-2008, 03:22 AM

Replies: 5

123 L/H rocker panel

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Posted By 85MB300D

Nothing available when I searched except a...

Nothing available when I searched except a dashpad.

Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks

05-14-2008, 02:43 AM

Replies: 13

New Sheet Metal, W123 - Where to Buy???

Views: 5,124

Posted By 85MB300D

I am in need of some sheetmetal as well. There...

I am in need of some sheetmetal as well. There has GOT to be someone doing aftermarket pieces... I have not checked the dealer, but based on all other parts, they would be more expensive that an...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-13-2008, 12:18 PM

Replies: 24

Strip party was a success

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Posted By 85MB300D

Rust? That car doesn't like that bad at all! In...

Rust? That car doesn't like that bad at all! In fact here in NY, that would be considered clean, and I do consider it clean!

Where were the "real rot issues"?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-12-2008, 12:12 AM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

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Posted By 85MB300D

Nahh, no reason to mess with the ALDA... when I...

Nahh, no reason to mess with the ALDA... when I want really fast I ride my Yamaha FZ1. Most cars are boring after that...

(...not that I don't still like fast cars however;))

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-11-2008, 10:51 AM

Replies: 35

Anemic / Slow Acceleration Problem SOLVED!!! Cleaned Switchover Valve - WOW!

Views: 10,109

Posted By 85MB300D

http://www.dieselgiant.com/mercedesaldaboostsystem...

http://www.dieselgiant.com/mercedesaldaboostsystemservi.htm

Follow the hard plastic opaque colored line that goes from it to the the device on the firewall, behind the brake booster. This device...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-11-2008, 10:37 AM

Replies: 35

Anemic / Slow Acceleration Problem SOLVED!!! Cleaned Switchover Valve - WOW!

Views: 10,109

Posted By 85MB300D

I apologize for using the incorrect terminology....

I apologize for using the incorrect terminology. Others on this board have referred to the Overboost Protection Relay as the Switchover Valve, so that is why I used the later term.

The device I...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-11-2008, 01:00 AM

Replies: 35

Anemic / Slow Acceleration Problem SOLVED!!! Cleaned Switchover Valve - WOW!

Views: 10,109

Posted By 85MB300D

Anemic / Slow Acceleration Problem SOLVED!!! Cleaned Switchover Valve - WOW!

Anemic / slow acceleration problem solved!!!

You guys are great!

ALDA was definitely not getting boost. Cleaned Turbo Overboost Protection Relay / Switchover Valve ? - was all packed up with...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-11-2008, 12:56 AM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Anemic / slow acceleration problem solved!!! ...

Anemic / slow acceleration problem solved!!!

You guys are great!

ALDA was definitely not getting boost. Cleaned Turbo Switchover Valve - was all packed up with soot - had to use wire and lots...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-09-2008, 11:12 PM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Hahaha... My grandfather had a '78 240D. That was...

Hahaha... My grandfather had a '78 240D. That was my first experience with a Mercedes and specifically a diesel, and the car that got me hooked!

And yes, I can remember my dad making fun of it...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 11:51 PM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

I am doing this first thing this weekend, even...

I am doing this first thing this weekend, even before the valve adjustment. I cleaned the banjo bolt at the IM last fall, but I didn't remove the switchover valve for fear brake cleaner would mess it...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 03:52 PM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Bamba, Please email/PM me if you are able...

Bamba,

Please email/PM me if you are able to fix this problem, and I will do the same. Can't wait to get at it this weekend and report back!

Thank you,

-Brian

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 12:07 PM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Phew, someone else that had my problem! I...

Phew, someone else that had my problem!

I can't wait to get out there this weekend and figure this thing out!
Thanks for the tip on those flex lines. How did you repair them? Did you have to go...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 12:06 PM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Nice, thank you!

Nice, thank you!

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 11:09 AM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Hey, I was just admiring your car from another...

Hey, I was just admiring your car from another post. Very beautiful machine indeed with tasteful mods/additions!

Where would I hook up the boost gauge exactly? Could you explain this one? I know...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 10:28 AM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

I said I think it turns 3500-4000 at that speed...

I said I think it turns 3500-4000 at that speed (I was estimating), but I don't remember exactly. (I don't drive this car all the time, only on the weekends when I go out to my parent's place)

I...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 10:16 AM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Yep, I definitely see 25-2700 at 55-60mph. I'ts...

Yep, I definitely see 25-2700 at 55-60mph. I'ts just when try to get to 80 there is just nothing there - extremely anemic/almost non-existant acceleration, and at that speed (if you can get it there)...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 10:13 AM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Craig, I definitely thought about that, but...

Craig,

I definitely thought about that, but if the timing chain was stretched (thereby affecting cam and IP timing), wouldn't it start funny and idle rough?

The car starts fine (with exception...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 10:10 AM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Yes, banjo bolt was cleaned last fall when I got...

Yes, banjo bolt was cleaned last fall when I got the car. Gunked up with soot at intake manifold.

I have not yet taken the line off and blew/cleaned it out, as well as the Switchover Valve on the...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 10:07 AM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Wow, proof that they really do run 100! I am...

Wow, proof that they really do run 100!

I am almost 99% sure it is shifting into fourth, but again I'll check this weekend. These transmissions start in 2nd, right?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-08-2008, 10:05 AM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

No, I do not know when the last time the valves...

No, I do not know when the last time the valves were adjusted. I am going to do that this weekend.

This is not a CA car with trap ox.

Thank you for the advice. I'll report back on the valve...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-07-2008, 11:09 PM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

BTW, car did not suddenly start doing this. It...

BTW, car did not suddenly start doing this. It was purchased this way.

Thanks.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-07-2008, 10:58 PM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

I'm assuming a search for...

I'm assuming a search for checking/adjusting/setting IP timing will yield results? If not, could you please post?

Thank you.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-07-2008, 10:57 PM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

Thanks guys for the quick replies, keep 'em...

Thanks guys for the quick replies, keep 'em coming!

99% sure throttle linkage travel is ok, but I'll check this weekend.

Where is the tank vent located? Pictures are always good. I'll try a...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-07-2008, 10:42 PM

Replies: 38

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Views: 4,139

Posted By 85MB300D

1985 300D - SLOW, won't accelerate past 75mph, foot to floor.

Not that I want to win races with it, but I thought these were faster than 75! It just seems to be really working hard at that speed. (Turns about 3500-4000rpm in top gear I think?)

Accelerates...

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