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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 06-30-2020, 04:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,383
Posted By psinthos
[201/124] 195 tyres on 6Jx15 rims

I am contemplating putting on a set of Gullideckels (15 hole) onto my 124 (currently on Achtloch rims). The trouble is, the rims I have found are from a 201 and hence have a 6” width as opposed to...
Forum: Tech Help 11-09-2018, 11:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 608
Posted By psinthos
Thanks for this suggestion - this does not seem...

Thanks for this suggestion - this does not seem to be the issue, though. There was no fuel splashing and the filler neck seal is fine.
Forum: Tech Help 11-09-2018, 05:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 608
Posted By psinthos
[126] Strong smell of fuel inside cabin and boot after full tank fill-up

A couple of days ago I decided to let my 500SEL stretch it’s legs a little, using it for normal daily driving. The car has been sitting in storage since June, and this season has only had very little...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-15-2013, 05:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 636
Posted By psinthos
I have just returned from a 1200km round trip in...

I have just returned from a 1200km round trip in my 300SE (automatic gearbox) and seem to be experiencing the same problem.

The CC will work fine under speeds of around 105kmh. Above that, the...
Forum: Tech Help 01-18-2013, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,252
Posted By psinthos
How is the tailgate trim piece removed on later...

How is the tailgate trim piece removed on later models (wth the chrome strip on it)? Based on what I have read above, there are screws concealed beneath the metal piece. How is the metal strip...
Forum: Tech Help 05-23-2012, 03:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,460
Posted By psinthos
This is a common issue - just change the coolant...

This is a common issue - just change the coolant level sensor in the expansion tank. I had exactly the same problem recently in my 124. The sensor is cheap.
Forum: Tech Help 05-22-2012, 07:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,447
Posted By psinthos
[M117 and M119] Timing chain replacement?

To replace or not to replace? I know there has been much discussion of V8 timing chains in a number of threads, but I would nevertheless welcome any comments and suggestions on my particular case...
Forum: Tech Help 11-07-2011, 03:38 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 743
Posted By psinthos
[140] Speed-sensitive power steering goes bonkers

This morning when I fired up my 140 there was a slight rattling/creaking (hard to describe) sound for a few seconds. When I was driving out of the garage, I noticed that the power steering is not...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 09-12-2011, 05:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,179
Posted By psinthos
partial fix

I went down to the garage and tackled the crease with a damp cloth and an iron. I was afraid to use a hair dryer (let alone a hot air gun) due to the proximity of the wood veneer under the centre air...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 09-12-2011, 10:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,179
Posted By psinthos
Thanks for the idea with the towel in boiling...

Thanks for the idea with the towel in boiling water - I may indeed give it a shot!
Forum: Detailing and Interior 09-12-2011, 08:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,179
Posted By psinthos
There is no need to push from the back - what is...

There is no need to push from the back - what is needed is slight pressure from the front to remove the crease. The slight ridge, which has formed as a result of the plastic coating folding upon...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 09-12-2011, 07:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,179
Posted By psinthos
The wood is on top of the glovebox lid - opening...

The wood is on top of the glovebox lid - opening the glovebox gets it out of the way. But that does not help in any way - the airbag cover is heavily padded (ca. 10mm), and so is soft. There is not...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 09-12-2011, 05:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,179
Posted By psinthos
The victim is the 140... The pictures do not seem...

The victim is the 140... The pictures do not seem to show up in my original post above - I have added addtional links.
Forum: Detailing and Interior 09-12-2011, 04:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,179
Posted By psinthos
Crease in dash covering following kicking by little feet...

On the way to nursery school this morning, my little daughter was not very pleased with having to wear a sweatshirt. She expressed her discontent by kicking the dashboard in my 140. Little women can...
Forum: Tech Help 06-01-2011, 10:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 858
Posted By psinthos
Thanks for this suggestion, Jim. I have not...

Thanks for this suggestion, Jim. I have not though about this, but it is a theory that fits the facts! The car still has the original compressor on it, which is a quarter of a century old and the odo...
Forum: Tech Help 06-01-2011, 05:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 858
Posted By psinthos
Question [126] Irritating AC niggle - compressor unwilling to engage in the morning on a cold

I have an irritating problem with the air conditioning in my 126 (a 1986 Swiss delivery 500SEL with manual HVAC controls). I have reviewed the extensive and comprehensive information on AC woes...
Forum: Tech Help 03-22-2010, 06:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,224
Posted By psinthos
124s in Signalrot are rare in Europe. I do see...

124s in Signalrot are rare in Europe. I do see one now and again, but I would say it is one of the rarest colours. It seems more common on 201s, although even in this case it is still not a common...
Forum: Tech Help 02-24-2010, 10:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,527
Posted By psinthos
This is certainly a sensible option, but at the...

This is certainly a sensible option, but at the end of the day many systems designed for R12 will simply not provide ice-cold air when refitted to work on R134a.

My 1992 Opel Omega Caravan 24v...
Forum: Tech Help 02-19-2010, 03:01 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,714
Posted By psinthos
It appears you have A LOT of free time... ;-) ...

It appears you have A LOT of free time... ;-)

The second (left) armrest will be a problem, because AFAIK alll armrests were always attached on the right of the seat - even on RHD cars, the armrest...
Forum: Tech Help 02-19-2010, 05:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 807
Posted By psinthos
First of all, check the VIN.

First of all, check the VIN.
Forum: Tech Help 02-19-2010, 05:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 807
Posted By psinthos
From my experience, the MAIN problem with series...

From my experience, the MAIN problem with series I 210s is the rust protection (or lack thereof). In Europe, especially in countries where winters are longer and colder and there is a lot of salt on...
Forum: Tech Help 08-18-2009, 05:50 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,580
Posted By psinthos
You will need a 13mm socket for the drainplug, as...

You will need a 13mm socket for the drainplug, as I recall.

Interesting information with regard to the zinc additive problem that has been described above. I have never read of it...
Forum: Tech Help 09-25-2008, 05:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,290
Posted By psinthos
The problem has now finally been resolved (or so...

The problem has now finally been resolved (or so it would appear). The main reason for the poor running and intermittent lack of power turned out to be the distributor caps and contacts (as indeed...
Forum: Tech Help 09-10-2008, 03:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 808
Posted By psinthos
As I had presumed, the culprit of the leak turned...

As I had presumed, the culprit of the leak turned out to be the fuel pressure accummulator.

A new one was fitted (cost of the part itself - PLN 570, the equivalent of around USD 250).

At the...
Forum: Tech Help 09-10-2008, 03:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,290
Posted By psinthos
It appears as though the harness was not the only...

It appears as though the harness was not the only reason - yesterday, after a few days of non-usage I fired up the 140 and drove it for a good 10km. The rough idle problem returned and would not go...
Forum: Tech Help 09-02-2008, 05:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,290
Posted By psinthos
Problem solved

The culprit turned out to be the motor's wiring harness - a new harness solved the problem. Distibutor caps were inspected and cleaned but they did not need replacement.

The 119 does get a very...
Forum: Tech Help 08-26-2008, 07:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 808
Posted By psinthos
[126] 500SEL fuel leak after long sitting

My elderly s-classes are giving me a hard time. ;)

I described injection/ignition-related problems resulting in idling irregularities in my 140 recently in another thread and, having experienced...
Forum: Tech Help 08-18-2008, 04:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,290
Posted By psinthos
Question M119 ignition or injection problem?

I have noted a problem with my 140's power plant. I first noticed this occurring around a month and a half ago immediately after starting the car after filling it up at a petrol station. The car...
Forum: Tech Help 05-26-2008, 03:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 958
Posted By psinthos
Thanks - although it may have something to do...

Thanks - although it may have something to do with the fact that I spent more than five years as a child living in the UK.;)




I have read about this many times. The system will get a full...
Forum: Tech Help 05-26-2008, 03:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,523
Posted By psinthos
As I recall, the oil pressure gauge on the early...

As I recall, the oil pressure gauge on the early 129s is like the one in my 140 - it includes a light, which should come on when the pressure falls below a safe level. The handbook says nothing of a...
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