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Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-31-2016, 12:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,973
Posted By azitizz
Great info. Any pictures of how much to cut off...

Great info. Any pictures of how much to cut off in the front?

Can the engine be run out the vehicle? My guess is because of the radiator and no coolant it wouldn't be a good Idea?

I thought...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-30-2016, 11:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,973
Posted By azitizz
Bye Bye 300TD, how long to take out engine?

Saying goodbye to my 1985 300TD. The wagon has served us well for almost 10yrs. The Tranny is shot it appears and too many other things going wrong with it including rust through the floor, that I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-12-2016, 08:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 581
Posted By azitizz
Well, a mechanic I respect said with a...

Well, a mechanic I respect said with a transmission that old, it better be completely rebuilt. He didnt know off the top of his head but though it would amount to a good $2000-$3000.

Thats why I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-10-2016, 04:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 581
Posted By azitizz
Buying a "new" transmission, What to look out for?

Someone is conveniently located thats selling an automatic transmission that will fit my 1985 300TD. (w123).

I'm told to be cautious with this dealer. I plan on having someone else install it, I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-16-2016, 05:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 966
Posted By azitizz
Is there any way to confirm or rule out the front...

Is there any way to confirm or rule out the front pump is the culprit?

Is it something within the transmission housing? Replacable?

Im planning on picking up an 83 Wagon this month, assuming...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-14-2016, 03:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 966
Posted By azitizz
Right, I remeber hearing that about the B2...

Right, I remeber hearing that about the B2 Piston. I just checked again and the car rolls like its in Neutral, weather its in D or R. Fluid level is back to normal, It was a little low, but Ive had...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-13-2016, 10:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 966
Posted By azitizz
The Car still holds in Park, but I never checked...

The Car still holds in Park, but I never checked to see if it held in drive or if it was just like being in Neutral. I was able to tow it in Neutral, so there is shifting going on between P and N,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-13-2016, 05:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 966
Posted By azitizz
There is no sound of engagement of the gears when...

There is no sound of engagement of the gears when I shift from P to D or R or any other speed.

There is a clunk that has been there for a long time, and is still there. if i rev up the engine, I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-13-2016, 07:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 966
Posted By azitizz
Help! Transmission conked out

What may be the possible causes of my automatic transmission ceasing to operate on my 1985 300TD.

It happened al of a sudden, reversing for a little stretch then putting it in park there was some...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-11-2016, 12:22 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 13,958
Posted By azitizz
Im looking for a rear section for my 85 300TD...

Im looking for a rear section for my 85 300TD wagon. Its proving to be an uphill battle so far. Every place I look up shows it exists in their system but never in stock or discontinued.

One place...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-27-2016, 12:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,969
Posted By azitizz
Thanks Bill, that sounds like exactly the same...

Thanks Bill, that sounds like exactly the same kit Im looking for but am having a hard time finding.

The one place I know of that sells the kit, is out of stock for an indefinite amount of time. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-23-2016, 06:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,969
Posted By azitizz
1985 300TD 617 Vacuum pump rebuild kit?

Are there kits available to rebuild a later 617 vacuum pump? Almost everywhere Ive looked online its only the one check valve and the main gasket that seals against the engine that can be purchased....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-20-2016, 11:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 632
Posted By azitizz
1983 300TD to 1985 Compatibility?

Im looking at a 1985 300TD wagon like my own which is a 1985. Asking $850, but says it needs to be towed, away. I may be able to do that.

If the rust isnt too bad I would almost buy it solely to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-20-2016, 01:07 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
Well, I replaced the in-line check Valve for $100...

Well, I replaced the in-line check Valve for $100 and disappointing it did nothing. However it did need replacing as the other one was completely empty.

This time when I disassembled the line and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-28-2016, 05:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 703
Posted By azitizz
There are pick and pull places here, but the...

There are pick and pull places here, but the chances they have any older MBs are very slim. Ive called around before and didn't find a single place with one.

But I found someone whos selling an...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2016, 11:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 703
Posted By azitizz
Will a '79 300SD front grille fit an 85 300TD

Someone is parting out a 1979 300SD locally and I rear ended someone this winter and luckily only crushed the grille. Will it fit? What would you pay for it?

And if so, what parts are generally...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2016, 11:07 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
Well thats a bit comforting to know it wouldnt...

Well thats a bit comforting to know it wouldnt get mangled into the mechanics of the pump.

The question remains for me as to weather low pressure coming form the pump may be caused by anything...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2016, 05:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
Yes as Ive seen! almost $80 for it... a third of...

Yes as Ive seen! almost $80 for it... a third of the price of a whole new pump... Plus with our terrible Canadian exchange rate aqt the moment, it will be over $100.
Could it really be the culprit?...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2016, 04:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
Well, I think I found the problem. I got the...

Well, I think I found the problem. I got the check valve off and it looks as if theres no check-valve in it...

The part I removed is like the one picutred below, but I can peer right through it....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2016, 03:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
Thanks toomany, I guess Ill try the check valve...

Thanks toomany, I guess Ill try the check valve too just to completel rule it out. But as I mentioned, it didnt look too bad when the main line was off and I was peering into the pump check valve...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2016, 02:07 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
Would the low vacuum ptrressure be related to the...

Would the low vacuum ptrressure be related to the brakes and affect them as much as they do? I just want to make sure Im onto the right thing for the brakes.

Engine shutoff is not such a big deal...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2016, 10:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
It doesn't seem to be making any unusual noises...

It doesn't seem to be making any unusual noises from what I can hear... The check valve is what I would remove after I removed the line, (the next removable fastener)?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2016, 11:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,415
Posted By azitizz
great, thats good news.... Thanks!

great, thats good news.... Thanks!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2016, 11:27 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
I actually had it disconnected between the main...

I actually had it disconnected between the main booster line and the solid metal line that goes beside the fuel filter and directly to the pump, and it still read 12-13inHg. So It shouldn't make a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2016, 04:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
So your saying its unlikely the vacuum pump?

So your saying its unlikely the vacuum pump?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2016, 03:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
SO testing the vacuum presdsure, Im getting only...

SO testing the vacuum presdsure, Im getting only 13hg of pressure at the brake booster end of the line.

I read off dieselGiants website 22 seems to be a good amount, so it is too low I guess.
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2016, 01:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,415
Posted By azitizz
generic cap for brake fluid reservoir?

I lost the cap for m brake fluid reservoir on my 1985 300TD Anyone know if there a generic style that fits, or if you buy just the cap?

Thanks
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-17-2016, 11:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
This is all great info to start with... I...

This is all great info to start with... I remember where the pump is now. Its one component of the vehicle Ive never dealt with in any way since Ive owned it for 8 years now.

It would be nice if...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2016, 11:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
I think that will be my first look. By teh vacuum...

I think that will be my first look. By teh vacuum pump do you mean the part that says "Girling" on it, Round black thing against the firewall. I thought this was the brake booster, but I guess they...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2016, 12:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,059
Posted By azitizz
1985 300TD strange brake behavior

My brakes have started feeling odd lately. The symptom is when I would push on the brake after some normal driving its fine, but if I push it again immediately, like pumping it, the subsequent times...
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