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Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-05-2010, 11:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,372
Posted By Sulawesi
Thanks for your help, here is how I solved the issue.

I used a cutting disk on my right angle grinder to open two slits along the outer, rear pipe. I took care not to damage the downpipe/frontpipe. The test of the system came right off and the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-04-2010, 12:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,372
Posted By Sulawesi
What scares me about those manifold bolts.

Is that none of my wrenches seem to fit them perfectly, so I am scared of rounding them off.

If I could get those pipes apart, I have a new system from there back.

Maybe I need a hotter torch...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-04-2010, 11:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,372
Posted By Sulawesi
Center Muffler Removal Question (82 240D)

Hi All,

This should be straightforward. My center muffler on my W123 is rusted away, and the rear muffler is no spring chicken either. The front pipe is rusty but seems solid, and I do not want...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 09-29-2010, 10:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,238
Posted By Sulawesi
Exterior trim, cleaning of wax, W123

Hi, an easy question? The black and chrome trim on my 240D has wax/polish on it. Any easy way to get that off and restore the contrast?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-15-2010, 05:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,481
Posted By Sulawesi
Sounds like I should get a new gasket and try...

Sounds like I should get a new gasket and try again...

How do you clean all the oil of the block?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-14-2010, 07:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,481
Posted By Sulawesi
Sorry I forgot to mention that I did change the...

Sorry I forgot to mention that I did change the gasket...it seemed to go on smoothly. I will edit to make that clearer.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-14-2010, 06:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,481
Posted By Sulawesi
82 240D - oil leak around valve cover

Hi All,

Relatively new to me 240D. Love this car. When I bought the car the engine was clean and dry.

Adjusted the valves and changed the oil. All went well. I thought I cleaned everything...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-07-2010, 09:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,676
Posted By Sulawesi
I think I should take it in to get tested and...

I think I should take it in to get tested and work from there, it's only money...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-07-2010, 11:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,676
Posted By Sulawesi
Making no assumptions, just reporting what I...

Making no assumptions, just reporting what I know...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-07-2010, 09:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,676
Posted By Sulawesi
and one more detail... Previous owner...

and one more detail...

Previous owner records "R-12 Freon added (may have been last time it was added)" This was at 145K miles, 37K miles ago, and in 1999 (11 years!). No A/C service since that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-07-2010, 09:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,676
Posted By Sulawesi
Answers: - It is a manual, a single dial...

Answers:
- It is a manual, a single dial ranging from "0" to "Max"
- The blower, meaning the fan circulating air through the interior, yes it works.
- Heat works fine.
- The center vents return...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-06-2010, 09:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,676
Posted By Sulawesi
I am going to assume it is R12 because the car is...

I am going to assume it is R12 because the car is pretty much fully original. I have been meaning to take some pictures of the car anyway, so will post what I see and report back.

But if I have...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-06-2010, 07:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,676
Posted By Sulawesi
Help an A/C Newb - 1982 240D

I know there are many A/C threads, especially this time of year, but I have had trouble finding a good starting point.

I have a beautifully maintained 82 240D, that when I bought, the 22yr 2nd...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-05-2010, 11:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,991
Posted By Sulawesi
For those who have made strides with A/C, can you...

For those who have made strides with A/C, can you get me started?

I have a beautifully maintained 82 240D, that when I bought, the 22yr 2nd owner said that all the system needed was a charge. Of...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2010, 07:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,373
Posted By Sulawesi
Not intending to hijack...everyone says there are...

Not intending to hijack...everyone says there are numerous A/C threads. Fine, but I cannot find one that begins at the start, the car is new to me, and the A/C does not work...where to start? Links?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2010, 02:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,504
Posted By Sulawesi
Hi All, Thanks for your help. It occurred to me I...

Hi All, Thanks for your help. It occurred to me I should post the symptoms, attempts at resolution, and resolution for posterity.

Symptoms were the loss of fluid in MB reservoir. Bleeding the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-07-2010, 08:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,504
Posted By Sulawesi
The original symptom was a soft brake pedal,...

The original symptom was a soft brake pedal, once, an empty rear reservoir, and then a soft clutch. MY failure to bleed the system makes me think there is more going on then just letting the fluid...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-05-2010, 07:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,504
Posted By Sulawesi
Question I need to bump this thread to the top

Please tell me what I am doing wrong. I want to drive my lovely old Mercedes!

I tried to bleed the clutch the 2 person way. I open the bleed valve, partner depresses the clutch pedal, I close the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-31-2010, 10:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,504
Posted By Sulawesi
I think it leaks very slowly between the mast...

I think it leaks very slowly between the mast cylinder and the reservoir. There are stains of past leaks (car is relatively new to me) and slight moisture.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-31-2010, 09:40 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,504
Posted By Sulawesi
yellow...

I've seen the "parked on a slope" comment before. Is this an upward slope or a downward one?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-30-2010, 08:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,504
Posted By Sulawesi
Larry...

that is easy enough to try...thanks.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-30-2010, 06:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,504
Posted By Sulawesi
Would a leak soften the clutch without emptying...

Would a leak soften the clutch without emptying the reservoir...I was figuring I must not be getting all the air out. I will check of course, thanks.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-30-2010, 04:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,504
Posted By Sulawesi
Clutch Bleed Help - 240D Manual Transmission

Hi All,

I've followed most of the threads on bleeding the clutch. The most successful episode was running the hose from the right brake caliper, opened both bleeding valves, and using the brake...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-13-2010, 01:04 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,457
Posted By Sulawesi
ABSOLUTELY! love the thread...

ABSOLUTELY! love the thread...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-12-2010, 09:56 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 6,457
Posted By Sulawesi
Am I the only one willing to say that is one...

Am I the only one willing to say that is one tacky car?

Deer Whistles?

How is that blue hair going?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-28-2010, 10:19 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,224
Posted By Sulawesi
IMO, this is the most sensible course of action.

IMO, this is the most sensible course of action.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-27-2010, 04:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,606
Posted By Sulawesi
The guides on the speedo....

I think I was using them the right way, if you go up there you are accelerating as fast as you can.

I think the carbon buildup notion is the only rational reason I can see for driving it...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-27-2010, 12:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,693
Posted By Sulawesi
elchivito, sounds like you got a deal, or I did not...

...but one thing I want to emphasize in that post is the rust check. My car too has virtually zero rust, two surface spots. I pulled the carpets on every car I looked at, and the wheel wells in the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-27-2010, 12:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,606
Posted By Sulawesi
How should I drive my 240D?

Ok, I cherish my "new" 240D, and my wife seems to as well. But we are not sure "how" one should drive it. It is a 4-speed btw.

There is the "drive it like you stole it" school. There is a notion...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-27-2010, 11:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,693
Posted By Sulawesi
Just bought a 240D...here is my take...

I had exactly the same thing in mind, I read this forum and drove many cars, and after about a year, bought my first MB diesel last week. It didn't need to be a year of course, but I did go through...
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