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Forum: Tech Help 12-07-2013, 03:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,131
Posted By RANDY P
That car is a hypochondriac. There are known...

That car is a hypochondriac. There are known issues with the OBD systems on the 96-98(?) MBZ- even California (CARB) knows about it. You probably have a drivetrain (not emissions) code causing it,...
Forum: Tech Help 10-13-2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,884
Posted By RANDY P
Thank you MBDOC for your help...Enjoy! rjp

Thank you MBDOC for your help...Enjoy!

rjp
Forum: Tech Help 05-27-2013, 05:00 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 7,359
Posted By RANDY P
188K on my C36 that gets thrashed on in high...

188K on my C36 that gets thrashed on in high heat, high speed environments, (Las Vegas NV) on 15/40 Rotella T 5K OCI and less than 1/4 quart usage between changes- if that, most likely due to temp...
Forum: Tech Help 07-04-2012, 03:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,471
Posted By RANDY P
hot, been sitting for a few minutes and only add...

hot, been sitting for a few minutes and only add oil IF the level is at the low mark

-no sooner or later than that.

You will really screw things up overfilling the engine.
Forum: Tech Help 06-08-2012, 08:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 971
Posted By RANDY P
With messed up hood and fender gaps, dogtracking,...

With messed up hood and fender gaps, dogtracking, and the swaybar mount obviously shifted- it's gonna cost you money to put it right. If you got the car for free weigh your options carefully. It's...
Forum: Tech Help 05-25-2012, 04:59 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 31,741
Posted By RANDY P
39 degrees under any circumstances is good. ...

39 degrees under any circumstances is good.

rjp
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-25-2012, 02:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 492
Posted By RANDY P
BTT Make me an offer. Please be nice tho. ...

BTT

Make me an offer. Please be nice tho.
;)
Forum: Tech Help 05-24-2012, 11:45 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 31,741
Posted By RANDY P
Pressures sound right. EDIT: 2nd thought at...

Pressures sound right.

EDIT: 2nd thought at 55PSI low end you might be overcharged.

try getting to 30 PSI on the low end.

rjp
Forum: Tech Help 05-24-2012, 02:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,482
Posted By RANDY P
If it's necessary, ya do it. It shouldn't be bad...

If it's necessary, ya do it. It shouldn't be bad at all, just a quick spray and wipe. same with the valve cover side to ensure it's clean.

Do watch the wiring harness- if you see signs of it...
Forum: Tech Help 05-24-2012, 03:00 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,482
Posted By RANDY P
No, not really. Just take your time. It's...

No, not really. Just take your time. It's straightforward. Pay close attention to the vacuum lines under the cover, and what they connect to. SHould be two lines under there. inspect the little...
Forum: Tech Help 05-24-2012, 02:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,196
Posted By RANDY P
A/C compressor line? Could be a DIY for...

A/C compressor line?

Could be a DIY for pretty cheap- better know how to vacuum down and recharge AC. Doesn't look particularly tough to get to, just unpleasant of course.

Looks like Oil from...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-21-2012, 04:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 492
Posted By RANDY P
Brand new- EGR feed line for M104 PN 104 140 0508

Brand new EGR feed line for M104. Originally purchased for Have that + new Gland nut (you still need compression fitting and gasket into Manifold)

$55 shipped in USA.

Was purchased for 96C36...
Forum: Tech Help 05-19-2012, 01:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,482
Posted By RANDY P
PS- "VANOS" is BMW's variable cam timing system-...

PS- "VANOS" is BMW's variable cam timing system- uses pressurized oil to control camshafts. It is known to rattle from time to time, and when it breaks it's hideously expensive.

Problem is, it's...
Forum: Tech Help 05-18-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,482
Posted By RANDY P
PS if you live near a tourist area you can buy me...

PS if you live near a tourist area you can buy me a plane ticket (RT of course) I'll do your VC gasket for ya. I'll even supply the gasket ;)
Forum: Tech Help 05-18-2012, 05:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,482
Posted By RANDY P
Sorry man but that sounds like a load of...

Sorry man but that sounds like a load of nonsense.

Watch your fluid levels. If your pump is leaking you will be adding water regularly. Like to the tune of weekly if it's an issue along with...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-13-2012, 02:22 PM
Replies: 2,032
Views: 251,484
Posted By RANDY P
I'll play. Resealed and recharged W123 AC...

I'll play.

Resealed and recharged W123 AC with fuel refrigerant. Flushed and filled W123 Cooling with MBZ coolant, Washed and detailed W123, did plugs, Fuel filter, oil on W202.

Stripped and...
Forum: Tech Help 05-10-2012, 11:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,676
Posted By RANDY P
You don't want to "side job" a windshield. Get...

You don't want to "side job" a windshield. Get it done at a glass place, with a receipt, with a warranty, and installed by them. A defective windshield (one with a chip along the edge you didn't...
Forum: Tech Help 05-08-2012, 09:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,615
Posted By RANDY P
go here. Used Mercedes parts,rebuilt...

go here.

Used Mercedes parts,rebuilt mercedes transmissions (http://www.mercedesdismantlers.com/)

EDIT: I didn't see "Oakland"

anyhow that's where a lot of rebuilds come from. reputable.
...
Forum: Tech Help 05-06-2012, 08:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,117
Posted By RANDY P
I guess we really need to define "noisy"- At...

I guess we really need to define "noisy"- At worst my car has a consistent mechanical valvetrain sound, and it settles down in volume once the car has been running at temp for awhile. It sounds...
Forum: Tech Help 05-06-2012, 05:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,117
Posted By RANDY P
Mine is like that untll it's fully heated up-...

Mine is like that untll it's fully heated up- better a slightly loose valve than one too tight.

No oil consumption, no funny drivability issues, fine with me the way it is.

M110 USA with 76K...
Forum: Tech Help 05-03-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 904
Posted By RANDY P
do the charge ports / fittings have threads on...

do the charge ports / fittings have threads on them?

if yes, then it has NOT been converted.

rjp
Forum: Tech Help 05-02-2012, 11:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,055
Posted By RANDY P
I'm not bad, just messy. The car turns out fine....

I'm not bad, just messy. The car turns out fine.

The garage floor OTOH? Looks like someone committed human sacrifice there 9 times out of 10.
Forum: Tech Help 05-02-2012, 10:53 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,205
Posted By RANDY P
I agree. What the heck is it with this place-...

I agree. What the heck is it with this place- everyone chiming in to try to one-up someone by trying to sound smart and "technical"?

Happens a lot in this forum. I once had a dork in the vintage...
Forum: Tech Help 05-02-2012, 10:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,754
Posted By RANDY P
Yep. That's another symptom of a blown HG. Gets...

Yep. That's another symptom of a blown HG. Gets hot, blows over returns to normal.
Forum: Tech Help 05-02-2012, 05:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,754
Posted By RANDY P
PS get the system pressure checked as one last...

PS get the system pressure checked as one last step while you are at it- could be a failing HG as well....
Forum: Tech Help 05-02-2012, 05:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,754
Posted By RANDY P
apart from the disassembly of the car pain? ...

apart from the disassembly of the car pain?

Not that I'm aware of- good luck.
Forum: Tech Help 05-02-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,754
Posted By RANDY P
yep, heater core. YOu are losing coolant...

yep, heater core. YOu are losing coolant pressure through it, and that's causing your boilover.
Forum: Tech Help 04-30-2012, 02:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,894
Posted By RANDY P
Yep. What VSTECH said. Don't even mess with it-...

Yep. What VSTECH said. Don't even mess with it- Put in whatever the OE spec stuff is (probably mineral oil) and use enviro-safe stuff charged to the factory spec (should be around 30 PSI at 1500...
Forum: Tech Help 04-28-2012, 06:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,625
Posted By RANDY P
How many miles on the MAF? I replaced mine due...

How many miles on the MAF? I replaced mine due to drivability issues- car was dropping dead for no reason during operation.

It was as if someone turned the key off. Let it sit for 10 minutes or...
Forum: Tech Help 04-28-2012, 05:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,679
Posted By RANDY P
it looked like this

1500 miles from home when this happened. :mad:
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