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Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-12-2005, 05:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,203
Posted By ajb
Hi, Maybe running a can of diesel purge through...

Hi,
Maybe running a can of diesel purge through the injectors might help. It made a big difference on my 240d 3 years ago. Make sure you run directly into the IP - not in the tank.

A. Berzins
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-03-2005, 01:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,063
Posted By ajb
From what I've read via...

From what I've read via http://www.bobistheoilguy.com/ diesel rated oils have better cleaning agents, a higher resistance to oxidization and other stuff I can't recall. :confused:

There have...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-28-2005, 06:27 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,690
Posted By ajb
Would there be any point to pressure testing the...

Would there be any point to pressure testing the cooling system, prior to going any further? I'm thinking this might rule out any internal leaks?

Aivars Berzins
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2005, 06:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,690
Posted By ajb
I would think the water pump works or doesn't. It...

I would think the water pump works or doesn't. It is just a driven mechanical device. If it wasn't working (impeller has come off the shaft) then the car would overheat asap. If it was leaking it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-25-2005, 04:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,049
Posted By ajb
Smile I used POR-15 on the frame of my Triumph Tr6...

I used POR-15 on the frame of my Triumph Tr6 during a frame rebuild\weld\fix the rusty thin British metal frame.
Great stuff - easy to apply, hard has hell!! After 3 years of driving the frame looks...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 07-25-2005, 01:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,209
Posted By ajb
Smile Bus + Jane Fonda +Veggie Oil =?

Hey folks, just some some veggie oil food for thought

http://apnews.myway.com/article/20050725/D8BIE6HO0.html


Aivars Berzins
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-18-2005, 03:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,230
Posted By ajb
I used to do this with my 87 Jetta diesel, when...

I used to do this with my 87 Jetta diesel, when morons would tailgate me around town. Just put it in 5th, floor it & watch the black smoke billow and the tailgaters back off!
Aivars
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-18-2005, 03:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 935
Posted By ajb
Thanks for the help!! Aivars PS I...

Thanks for the help!!

Aivars


PS I came across a even closer 79 300td - not bad body but:
1. Rear suspension hyrdaulics are MIA and replaced with coil boosters (no shocks according to owner....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-17-2005, 07:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 935
Posted By ajb
1982 300td Help

Hi Folks, looking for some guidance on a sort of local 1982 300td.

The owner via e-mail suggested that: "A/C and heater inoperative" "I am not sure what is wrong with the heater but I had it in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-10-2005, 06:16 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 12,616
Posted By ajb
How about using synthetics in the engine,...

How about using synthetics in the engine, transmission & rear axle?
It would reduce the friction in these areas a bit - but enough to see a gain in fuel economy - I'm not sure? If you believe the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-22-2005, 10:53 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,615
Posted By ajb
What about asking a local politican "how to...

What about asking a local politican "how to measure Blowby"?

It would seem many of the ones I've heard and seen seem to have grasp of this concept! :D


A. Berzins
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2005, 03:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,789
Posted By ajb
Hey, forgot all those crazy big buck ideas!! ...

Hey, forgot all those crazy big buck ideas!!

Just inflate the rear tires to 80 psi and let them smoke!!

A. Berzins
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 02-15-2005, 05:34 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 22,497
Posted By ajb
I used POR-15 when I rebuilt my Tr6 frame 4 years...

I used POR-15 when I rebuilt my Tr6 frame 4 years ago. The stuff works great - after 3 summers of driving the stuff looks like the day I applied it.

I even applied a little to the shop floor at...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-14-2005, 06:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,101
Posted By ajb
Hey R Leo, Love the name of your 300d - Lily...

Hey R Leo,

Love the name of your 300d - Lily - :)
- My black pot-bellied pig had the same name!!

AJB
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-30-2005, 07:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,319
Posted By ajb
Thanks for all the great advice. But, I guess...

Thanks for all the great advice. But, I guess there is no sure thing here.
I was kind of planning to fly to Florida, buy a 300d, visit Mickey & Goofy and drive home. ;)

So, the plot...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-29-2005, 01:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,319
Posted By ajb
Finding a Rust Free 300d

Hi Folks,

About 1 1/2 yrs ago I got rid of my 240d that I bought here locally in the Great White North. (East Coast of Canada)

Within the next 3-5 months I plan to purchase a 82 & up 300d...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-28-2005, 12:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,106
Posted By ajb
Dig this Kind of Crazzzy Rig

Just thought you folks might find this interesting..........

http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6329&item=4522328562&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW

ps I have no financial interest or...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-12-2005, 04:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,144
Posted By ajb
Thanks for all the good advice!! Aivars...

Thanks for all the good advice!!

Aivars Berzins
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-11-2005, 07:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,144
Posted By ajb
1978 300d Cyl Head availability & $$$$

Hi Folks,
I'm currently looking at a 1978 300d that may have a cracked cylinder head.
(maybe?? - head gasket replaced 1 yr ago, - currently some oil in coolant, loss of power)

Worse case...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-20-2003, 04:20 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 9,712
Posted By ajb
Hey folks, what about all the acid & ...

Hey folks, what about all the acid &
combustion byproducts (liquidy stuff) that are in used motor oil and you can't filter out?

Is this an area of concern?

Aivars
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-17-2003, 05:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 989
Posted By ajb
Just an update on the 240d. It was the secondary...

Just an update on the 240d. It was the secondary (big) filter that was plugged or dirty.

I only had about 12,000 miles on it- but I guess I must have picked up some crap some where that plugged...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-14-2003, 08:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 989
Posted By ajb
- 26 degrees makes my 240d frown

Hi Folks,

My day started off great it was a bonechilling -26 C (-10 F) out today & my
240d started great after being plugged in. (these temps don't include wind chill)

Went did some errands,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-21-2003, 05:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,318
Posted By ajb
How many tennis balls do you need & where do you...

How many tennis balls do you need & where do you actually place them?

Sagging in PEI,

Aivars
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-17-2003, 04:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,468
Posted By ajb
This seems to be a common problem area for the...

This seems to be a common problem area for the wagons. I'm surprised that anyone out there on the forum hasn't thought of a way to replace the hydraulic parts to make it into a "normal" rear...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-05-2003, 07:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,166
Posted By ajb
Leathermang, that is a picture of my helper...

Leathermang, that is a picture of my helper monkey. Here in Canada, eh, everyone has a helper monkey.

What a deal, free health care & a helper monkey just like the one Homer Simpson had----kind...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-05-2003, 05:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,166
Posted By ajb
What!? And deprive you of the all the FuN I...

What!?

And deprive you of the all the FuN I experienced doing mine??!?

THAT, I feel would be morally & ethically wrong!! :D

Aivars
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-05-2003, 01:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,166
Posted By ajb
Thumbs up Replacing brake pads on my 240d was actually FUN!!

This past weekend I changed both front & rear brake pads & also a set of rear rotors on my 240d. I was AMAZED how easy & simple of a job it was. So much that I actually enjoyed it!!!
(or perhaps...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-05-2003, 12:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,851
Posted By ajb
Hi Ricali, What are your costs per gallon...

Hi Ricali,

What are your costs per gallon when making biodiesel? I'm interested in the $$ aspects of the lye & methanol. And am assuming that you get the fryer-oil free of charge.

Also, could...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-03-2003, 07:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,713
Posted By ajb
Free horsepower make 240d REAL fast!!!

This is probably a no-brainer but, while recently was fooling with my accelerator linkage & found that when my pedal was pressed all the way to the floor, the linkage on the motor wasn't fully open....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-17-2002, 05:33 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,084
Posted By ajb
Some people have suggested that illegal drug use...

Some people have suggested that illegal drug use is an addiction\health problem versus a criminal issue.


Aivars
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