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Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-26-2015, 10:27 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 36,625
Posted By RadioTek
That's nicely laid out. I'm just learning the...

That's nicely laid out. I'm just learning the Arduino for a like project on my 107, and need all the ideas and tips I can get.

Since this is Phoenix, and the ambient temps can get a bit...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-24-2015, 04:12 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 36,625
Posted By RadioTek
Something you might find interesting

Ran across this while researching a like project for my 107:

Microcontroller Boards (http://www.ruggedcircuits.com/microcontroller-boards/)

A couple of ruggedized or thermo resistant Arduino...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-15-2014, 06:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,148
Posted By RadioTek
Updated Information

Updated info: These are a '79 450SLC (026) and a 560SEC. I'll concentrate on the 107, since I'm more fmiliar with that model.

I'm going to meet up with the lady this weekend to look things...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-27-2013, 07:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,148
Posted By RadioTek
I got a call today. A couple 107's now for sale

I had communicated with a guy in the Phoenix area a year and a half ago about some front end issues, and gave him my phone number. I got a call today from his wife: he had passed away, and she needs...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-29-2013, 08:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,920
Posted By RadioTek
You might want to check the health of the...

You might want to check the health of the connections on the switches themselves. You'll have to pull the ashtray, remove the two screws that hold in the ashtray frame, and pull out. It will hang...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-29-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,098
Posted By RadioTek
Completely normal. Don't worry.

Completely normal. Don't worry.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 06-17-2013, 01:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,734
Posted By RadioTek
You might find help at your local Public Library....

You might find help at your local Public Library.

A lot of them susbscribe to Alldata or Chilton, and you can get a diagram printed out for 5-10 cents a page. Ask at the research desk, they are...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-17-2013, 11:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,459
Posted By RadioTek
I had wobble in my distributor shaft that was...

I had wobble in my distributor shaft that was eating the rider on my points. Couldn't keep the dwell setting for more than a couple weeks.

I said "screw it" and went with the Crane/S&S retrofit...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 05-16-2013, 12:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,729
Posted By RadioTek
This has been mentioned before in threads on this...

This has been mentioned before in threads on this forum and The Other Forum: It is recommended to use ACME threaded rod to do this. This is a trapezoidal thread designed to withstand higher loads. ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-28-2013, 03:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,449
Posted By RadioTek
That shouldn't make any difference, unless they...

That shouldn't make any difference, unless they were mixed. Even then it really shouldn't have any problems, theoretically. It sounds like an issue with the master cylinder, the fluid is leaking...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-27-2013, 11:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,157
Posted By RadioTek
No, I'm immune to nails on chalkboard. SWMBO is...

No, I'm immune to nails on chalkboard. SWMBO is from New york city, and has the same vocal characteristics as Fran Drescher.

I just want to caution that the module is a little bit complicated,...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-27-2013, 11:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,054
Posted By RadioTek
The flex joints should be your FIRST item on the...

The flex joints should be your FIRST item on the list. If one of them goes, you are in a LOT of hurt, and not just financially.

Check Your Flex Discs - Benzworld.org - Mercedes-Benz Discussion...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-27-2013, 11:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,372
Posted By RadioTek
You're going to have to learn the Bosch...

You're going to have to learn the Bosch D-Jetronic ignition system. The Other Forum has a very extensive library called the Encyclopedia Germanica v107, the "EGv107" for short. The system is pretty...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-10-2013, 02:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,157
Posted By RadioTek
Unfortunately, it's not a relay. The flasher...

Unfortunately, it's not a relay. The flasher unit is an electronic module that hides out behind the instrument cluster. I was able to get one at a local chain of import part specialists a few years...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-24-2013, 03:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,493
Posted By RadioTek
Oooops. Sorry about that. That's what I get for...

Oooops. Sorry about that. That's what I get for posting later in the week.:o


Long hours starting to get to me????

Sooner or later it has to end. Hopefully not fatally. :D

Scott
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-23-2013, 12:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,493
Posted By RadioTek
If you think the condenser is expensive, just...

If you think the condenser is expensive, just wait until you see the labor required to replace it. Seriously, there is some major pain involved in that job. There are rumors that the heater...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-08-2013, 10:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,405
Posted By RadioTek
I'm mot too sure I'd mess with it if it was...

I'm mot too sure I'd mess with it if it was running good. If it can pass emissions, or a reasonable facsimile thereof, just enjoy the ride.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-08-2013, 06:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,405
Posted By RadioTek
I'm planning on using the valve mount on the left...

I'm planning on using the valve mount on the left manifold to put in a wideband O2 sensor, so I have to figure out the same thing. The Electric Thingys (sorry-technical term :-) ) are electrically...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-08-2013, 03:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,405
Posted By RadioTek
If I remember correctly, Backfiring after revving...

If I remember correctly, Backfiring after revving the engine is usually a timing problem, but it's been decades since I was involved in that vehicle.

What are you having trouble with on the EGR...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-07-2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,405
Posted By RadioTek
That's the closest thng there is to a dignostic...

That's the closest thng there is to a dignostic port on a '75 D-Jet. There is a Hall-effect sensor that is aimed at the harmonic balancer, looking for a nub that is aimed at the sensor when the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-25-2013, 11:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,118
Posted By RadioTek
From what I understand, the later K-Jet fuel...

From what I understand, the later K-Jet fuel system has sensors to tell it when the car is running after being started. The CSV (cold start valve) gives an initial shot of fuel after the pump is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-05-2013, 02:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,150
Posted By RadioTek
You could go to your local NAPA and just get some...

You could go to your local NAPA and just get some standard bulk power steering return hose. You might have to go to another store if your particular one is out of the metric size needed, but it...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-04-2013, 10:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,150
Posted By RadioTek
Available "locally" (here at Pelican Parts): ...

Available "locally" (here at Pelican Parts): Pelican Parts.com - Steering Pump Puller (http://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/shopcart/TOOL/POR_TOOL_MERCED_pg9.htm)

The one on E-Bay may not be fit...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-11-2012, 09:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,540
Posted By RadioTek
You might also want to check the ballast...

You might also want to check the ballast resistors and their connections, too.

This sounds like an intermittent electrical problem, but that's only a guess over the 'net. Intermittents are...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 12-03-2012, 02:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,373
Posted By RadioTek
There are two very small screws at the bottom of...

There are two very small screws at the bottom of each grille, these need to come out. Then the bottom of the grille will have to be pulled out slightly, and then pulled down. To reassmble, it is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-28-2012, 10:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,629
Posted By RadioTek
Just an FYI on replacing your points on a '75...

Just an FYI on replacing your points on a '75 d-jet: The Crane/S&S kit doesn't require fiddly modicifation on the plate in the distributor.

The '75 was the only year they combined breaker...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-21-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,395
Posted By RadioTek
This may sound a bit odd, but have you checked...

This may sound a bit odd, but have you checked your points recently? I had a bunch of no-start trouble until I replaced my points with an electronic retrofit/replacement. The gap of the ignition...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-14-2012, 10:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,226
Posted By RadioTek
Brake fluid is somewhat corrosive, and the...

Brake fluid is somewhat corrosive, and the compound that makes up the inside of the brake hose will swell. This creates a sort of "one-way valve" effect that lets the pressure go toward the caliper...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-12-2012, 02:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,541
Posted By RadioTek
The two sensors that you are pointing to don't...

The two sensors that you are pointing to don't have annything to do with your temp guage. the one on the left with the two big terminals is the 100 degree c switch for the aux iliary fan, and the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 11-06-2012, 11:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,429
Posted By RadioTek
The thing about Benzes is that they are actually...

The thing about Benzes is that they are actually built with servicing them in mind. (Although there is the suspicion that the engineer that designed the placement of the brake booster caught his...
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