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Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-19-2013, 04:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,115
Posted By Old Dies
I thought about finding someone here that wanted...

I thought about finding someone here that wanted it. But I am across the county from most and it had so many needs..
Well. I hope it finds a good place to go to, with a lot of fresh clean oil....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-16-2013, 10:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,115
Posted By Old Dies
Gone now

After 12 years and 200K miles I replaced my 1981 300 SD. Loved that car, but I have had little time to keep up on the maintanence and repairs.
Still was my daily driver up to a couple of weeks ago...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2012, 03:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 859
Posted By Old Dies
So what is with the stories of a $10k brake...

So what is with the stories of a $10k brake repair on the 05? Is that not true?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2012, 12:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 859
Posted By Old Dies
Any feedback on teh 2007 or 2008 Benz CDI?

My 81 SD is running fine, but I am looking at something newer.
Anyone here had experience with a later model CDI? I read that the 2005/06 have and expensive brake issue going.
Anything like...
Forum: Site Feedback 11-30-2012, 11:55 AM
Replies: 250
Views: 71,182
Posted By Old Dies
Always looked forward to calling Fastlane Phil...

Always looked forward to calling Fastlane Phil and ordering parts for the old 81 SD.
He will always be remembered here.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-18-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 912
Posted By Old Dies
Water in the trunk

Hi Guys. Been a long time away, but I still am driving the Old Diesel. An 81 300SD.
My question is I have water (when it is raining) that pours into the trunk from under the rear window.
Seems I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-22-2010, 12:55 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,676
Posted By Old Dies
Before you replace the alternator check the hot...

Before you replace the alternator check the hot wire from the alternator. Sometimes gets loose, sometimes gets corroded, although with the MB diesel there is usually enough oil around there to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-11-2010, 05:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 606
Posted By Old Dies
81 300 SD power seat wiring

Been a long time since I last posted, but I thank you all in advance for your time.
I have a 1981 300SD. Over the years the power seats have slowly lost most of the power functions. Now I am...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-13-2009, 03:52 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,124
Posted By Old Dies
Unhappy Sacrilege! There are places in the world today...

Sacrilege! There are places in the world today that would do great harm to one for uttering less than these words.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-29-2009, 10:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,922
Posted By Old Dies
If you get an unusually hi reading on just one...

If you get an unusually hi reading on just one hole, it is likely you got some fuel in there, or maybe the valve guides are leaking a little fresh oil down onto the piston. Does'nt take much to seal...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-25-2009, 02:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 992
Posted By Old Dies
On that car removing and reinstalling runs about...

On that car removing and reinstalling runs about as you should expect. Not that difficult. Biggest issue is getting to the bolts on the top of the engine/trans. There are four or five small bolts...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-27-2009, 12:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,619
Posted By Old Dies
Yes, that might make him a little raw, and...

Yes, that might make him a little raw, and flamable!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-25-2009, 11:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,619
Posted By Old Dies
Sounds like a nice way to clean it up without...

Sounds like a nice way to clean it up without leaving an oil spot on the place. Simple green is one of the strongest and best oil disolvers around.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-09-2009, 05:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,031
Posted By Old Dies
The resonators were to stop a vibration the...

The resonators were to stop a vibration the exhaust made at certain rpms. So far no one has noticed any more racket from these cars once the resonators are removed. Maybe it goes away when the rest...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-02-2009, 05:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,145
Posted By Old Dies
I removed the head on my 81 SD and had valve...

I removed the head on my 81 SD and had valve guides and new seals, valves ground, about five years ago. Oily smoky mess and it cleared that up nicely. Went from using a quart of oil every 500 miles...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-29-2008, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,764
Posted By Old Dies
That sensor near the dome light is prone to...

That sensor near the dome light is prone to having the lead connector coming loose. Also it can develop a hairball that can block the airflow to it. You can see the small plastic grid. That is where...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-19-2008, 11:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,843
Posted By Old Dies
Using anything outside of Bosch Glow Plugs, as...

Using anything outside of Bosch Glow Plugs, as far as I can tell. The only time in over 300k miles on three MB diesels I had rapid glow plug failure was with an episode with Autolite glow plugs.
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-12-2008, 11:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,473
Posted By Old Dies
Does this car have the imfamous B4 valve? Am I...

Does this car have the imfamous B4 valve? Am I even naming the part correctly?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-05-2008, 02:53 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,255
Posted By Old Dies
Yes, tahnk you. That clears it all up.

Yes, tahnk you. That clears it all up.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-21-2008, 01:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,944
Posted By Old Dies
I work in a total loss dept for an automobile ins...

I work in a total loss dept for an automobile ins company. Title issues are always a problem. Most states have a DMV customer service phone line. We have found that many of the stickier issues can be...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-19-2008, 06:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,655
Posted By Old Dies
C'mon go ahead and open that can. It won't hurt...

C'mon go ahead and open that can. It won't hurt one little bit.:eek:
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-14-2008, 06:26 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 11,116
Posted By Old Dies
That the automakers need to restructure...

That the automakers need to restructure themselves is a true statement. Even they know it. They are afraid of the Unions. Easier to ask for a bailout than to struggle with the UAW.
Check the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-14-2008, 06:05 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 11,116
Posted By Old Dies
Bailouts are being run by amatuers in Congress....

Bailouts are being run by amatuers in Congress. Won't do anyone any good except for the big banks. The big banks will emerge richer and more powerfull than ever seen before.
Meanwhile the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-14-2008, 01:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,190
Posted By Old Dies
Don't forget about the valve seals. Not expensive...

Don't forget about the valve seals. Not expensive and will save a lot of oil from burning.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-10-2008, 04:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 963
Posted By Old Dies
I went with 24. Why on earth they say 23- 25 is...

I went with 24. Why on earth they say 23- 25 is beyond me. I called a local MB tech, he said to use 24.
After I installed a new timing chain I followed up with the injector timing. As I recall it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-10-2008, 03:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 963
Posted By Old Dies
I would not recommend advancing or retarding...

I would not recommend advancing or retarding anything without using at least the drip method to time the injectors. There are a few write ups here (do a search) or stop in your local parts store and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-10-2008, 01:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 963
Posted By Old Dies
Best to check the injector advance and get it...

Best to check the injector advance and get it right on the marks. Be sure to check the timing chain stretch while you are at it. Those two will affect the fuel mileage and power a lot.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-05-2008, 01:15 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,151
Posted By Old Dies
Have an 81SD and last winter I had to tear apart...

Have an 81SD and last winter I had to tear apart the headlight assembly on the left side. The hi beam would not work and I traced it over time to the connection there.
There is a small plug in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-04-2008, 02:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,071
Posted By Old Dies
Wonder why they haven't run it down the aisle at...

Wonder why they haven't run it down the aisle at one of the big auctions? Could it be overpriced? Or flawed?
I know, too suspicious.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-29-2008, 04:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,142
Posted By Old Dies
Either that or you have worn or dirty fuel...

Either that or you have worn or dirty fuel injectors. Do a valve lash adjustment and then a can of Diesel Purge. If it still shakes you may need to have the injectors rebuilt, but before that have...
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