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Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-27-2011, 07:12 PM

Replies: 20

83 300sd no start

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Posted By Surfin' Elvis

I could not get my head wrapped around the...

I could not get my head wrapped around the concept that the injector pump would work normally for a lengthy drive and then not function at all.
As with all WVO conversions, there are several...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-27-2011, 07:54 AM

Replies: 20

83 300sd no start

Views: 2,097

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

I'm guessing IP as well. Is it odd that the...

I'm guessing IP as well.
Is it odd that the car ran extremely strong at highway speeds then reverted back to a no-run condition? I would think if the IP failed, then it just failed, no intermittent...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-26-2011, 07:55 PM

Replies: 20

83 300sd no start

Views: 2,097

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

Reversed the inlet/return lines and car ran...

Reversed the inlet/return lines and car ran great. Went for a highway drive, 70+ mph was no problem. Held idle great too. Put in a bottle of injector cleaner in the tank (not lubra moly, but what...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-24-2011, 07:59 PM

Replies: 20

83 300sd no start

Views: 2,097

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

I blew 60psi air backwards into the tank....

I blew 60psi air backwards into the tank. Replaced a few cracked vacuum hoses, one loose hose under the air cleaner connected to the turbo and tightened a few loose hose clamps on my fuel hoses....

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-24-2011, 03:04 PM

Replies: 20

83 300sd no start

Views: 2,097

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

vstech: I did not try the diesel bottle yet, just...

vstech: I did not try the diesel bottle yet, just tried to start it before I left for work. Will post back once I test with the bottle.

oldsinner111: I use a metal tank but this condition was...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-24-2011, 12:52 PM

Replies: 20

83 300sd no start

Views: 2,097

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

Weird...car started this morning. Idle was a bit...

Weird...car started this morning. Idle was a bit slower than normal. Revved up fine, held 2000 rpm no problems.
Took the wife's truck to work to prevent any roadside issues.
Primary filter only...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-24-2011, 06:03 AM

Replies: 20

83 300sd no start

Views: 2,097

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

Will try the tank strainer test. The fuel...

Will try the tank strainer test. The fuel reaching my primary filter appears clean.
I have been running a two-tank, heated WVO system for three years. I have an extensive filtration and de-watering...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-23-2011, 09:26 PM

Replies: 20

83 300sd no start

Views: 2,097

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

Not really. The valves were long overdue for an...

Not really. The valves were long overdue for an adjustment anyway.
There were a lots of cracks in the fuel hoses.
Filters were due for replacement.
Fuel was not maintaining a level in the primary...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-23-2011, 09:13 PM

Replies: 20

83 300sd no start

Views: 2,097

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

83 300sd no start

Car lost power slowly over a few days of driving, finally leaving me with a non-running diesel.
I have replaced both fuel filters, fuel hoses, adjusted the valves, installed a new lift pump and...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-21-2010, 10:21 PM

Replies: 7

83 300sd ac problem

Views: 979

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

The origin of hot air is no longer a mystery....

The origin of hot air is no longer a mystery. Much to the dismay of many respected physicists, you have scientifically proven that hot air does indeed NOT rise, it falls below in worthless postings...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-21-2010, 09:27 PM

Replies: 7

83 300sd ac problem

Views: 979

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

83 300sd ac problem

Rebuilt compressor installed over one year ago, new expansion valve installed. Connected all fittings, but never got around to recharging system or putting ac compressor belt on until last week....

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

03-01-2010, 11:23 PM

Replies: 9

WTB Passenger side flange hub 83 300sd

Views: 718

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

Will this part fit an 83 300sd?...

Will this part fit an 83 300sd?...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

02-21-2010, 06:17 AM

Replies: 9

WTB Passenger side flange hub 83 300sd

Views: 718

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/picture.php?al...

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/picture.php?albumid=388&pictureid=2029
Passenger rear. Pic shows excessive wear where the outer bearing rides.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

02-20-2010, 01:50 PM

Replies: 9

WTB Passenger side flange hub 83 300sd

Views: 718

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

WTB Passenger side flange hub 83 300sd

I am in need of a REAR passenger side flange hub for my 83 300sd.
Even the Mercedes dealer can't get me one.
If I cannot find one, is it possible to have a machine shop build up the worn hub shaft...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

02-14-2009, 08:46 AM

Replies: 5

Charging system question W126

Views: 1,081

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

But it should be higher voltage when the engine...

But it should be higher voltage when the engine is running. 12V systems charge at >13 volts.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

02-14-2009, 08:31 AM

Replies: 5

Charging system question W126

Views: 1,081

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

Charging system question W126

1983 300SD. Charging warning light started flickering, brighter at idle, almost no illumination at 2500 rpms. Started losing headlight power, turn signal strength, etc. on the way home. Got home,...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

08-09-2008, 04:00 PM

Replies: 1

WTB: 83 300SD Drivers Front Window Regulator

Views: 482

Posted By Surfin' Elvis

WTB: 83 300SD Drivers Front Window Regulator

ASAP...
Thanks.
Chuck

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