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Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-26-2011, 09:33 PM

Replies: 2

Need opinion on intake valve condition.

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Posted By cdavidson

Thanks for the advice. I have everything you...

Thanks for the advice. I have everything you mentioned. I've heard of a leak down test but never knew exactly what it was. Now I do. I performed the test and found that the valve did not leak. I was...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-24-2011, 03:02 PM

Replies: 2

Need opinion on intake valve condition.

Views: 2,047

Posted By cdavidson

Need opinion on intake valve condition.

I'm presently replacing the injector lines on my 94 S350D (yes I know, the rod bender). When I removed the intake manifold, I noticed that 5 of the 6 intake chambers and valves had the usual coating...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-19-2010, 12:19 PM

Replies: 9

Need advice on IP repair options.

Views: 1,631

Posted By cdavidson

The final outcome.

I thought I'd post the final conclusion of this specific repair project. As you'll recall from above, the main problems were a sticky throttle and lack of power when cold.

I disassembled the...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-04-2010, 06:33 PM

Replies: 9

Need advice on IP repair options.

Views: 1,631

Posted By cdavidson

I just tried the Lubro Diesel Purge treatment...

I just tried the Lubro Diesel Purge treatment (including fuel filter replacements). I'd like to report that is made a big difference, but that would be a lie. It may have helped smooth things out...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-21-2010, 07:43 PM

Replies: 9

Need advice on IP repair options.

Views: 1,631

Posted By cdavidson

Thanks for the replies.

Thanks for the replies.

I've only run petroleum based diesel in the car for the past 10+ years I've owned it. Of course anymore, up to 5% to 20% of the fuel is bio-diesel at the BP I buy my...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-21-2010, 11:14 AM

Replies: 9

Need advice on IP repair options.

Views: 1,631

Posted By cdavidson

Need advice on IP repair options.

I have a 1994 S350 TD. A problem has manifested itself with the arrival of cold weather. I pull out of my 60 degree garage into 40 degree ambient temperatures. At first the accelerator pedal feels...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-07-2010, 09:43 AM

Replies: 9

Problems after 603.971 engine rebuild.

Views: 2,156

Posted By cdavidson

Thanks for the replies. I'm located in Rockford,...

Thanks for the replies. I'm located in Rockford, Illinois. If anyone knows of a decent diesel mechanic in my general area please advise.

I'll try cracking the fuel lines as suggested. As far as...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-06-2010, 08:44 PM

Replies: 9

Problems after 603.971 engine rebuild.

Views: 2,156

Posted By cdavidson

Problems after 603.971 engine rebuild.

I took my 1994 S350D to a mechanic who specializes in German car repairs. The engine had a cracked head. I'll skip the details of the horror story but the mechanic blew the engine up twice...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-24-2010, 11:44 AM

Replies: 21

Need opinions on possible engine damage.

Views: 2,115

Posted By cdavidson

The Next Chapter

I visited the shop yesterday to see what was going on and discuss some of the topics brought up in this thread.

The mechanic had the head off the engine and had disassembled it with a...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-23-2010, 03:07 PM

Replies: 21

Need opinions on possible engine damage.

Views: 2,115

Posted By cdavidson

Actually, I asked that a new timing chain be...

Actually, I asked that a new timing chain be installed. The mechanic installed it at his own expense. A nice gesture.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-23-2010, 10:42 AM

Replies: 21

Need opinions on possible engine damage.

Views: 2,115

Posted By cdavidson

Need opinions on possible engine damage.

All I wanted to do was stop an oil leak on my 1994, S350 TD (213,000 miles). I took the car to a non-dealer but experienced Mercedes mechanic. The "bad head gasket" was quickly identified as a...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-12-2009, 07:32 PM

Replies: 9

S350 turbo boost problem

Views: 4,610

Posted By cdavidson

Update

Just a follow up on my problem. I decided to replace the waste-gate actuator and bought an actuator and boost controller. I've been waiting for warmer weather to install the new actuator.

In...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

02-14-2009, 02:04 AM

Replies: 676

Wastegate actuator swap for OM602.962?

Views: 248,652

Posted By cdavidson

This is truly a great educational thread. ...

This is truly a great educational thread.

Question: isn't the wastegate closed (boosting) until the pressure from the manifold builds enough to counteract the actuator spring (opening the...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

02-11-2009, 03:46 PM

Replies: 9

S350 turbo boost problem

Views: 4,610

Posted By cdavidson

Thanks for the replies, compu 85: by "limp"...

Thanks for the replies,

compu 85: by "limp" I hope you mean limp to the repair garage, as opposed to...never mind. I did not check the engine numbers but I believe its the original motor. I've...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

02-10-2009, 12:59 AM

Replies: 9

S350 turbo boost problem

Views: 4,610

Posted By cdavidson

S350 turbo boost problem

I have a 1994 S350 Turbo Diesel with just over 200,000 miles. I been having a problem with the turbo boost for several years, during which the problem has become progressively worse.

When the...

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