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Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-05-2014, 03:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 853
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Argh! Ignition switch tumbler problems

I've lost my ignition key.

I got a new tumbler from Mercedes which comes with the original key. Can't get the old tumbler out.

I've read alot of howto's and help pages that all begin with:...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-05-2014, 02:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,223
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Some ideas

Sometimes, a bad belt or a loose one will cause intermittent charging problems. This is often the case when a bad or wrong pully has been used or if the belt was not tensioned properly when...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-15-2013, 02:02 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,722
Posted By Codifex Maximus
You could probably rent out some of those old...

You could probably rent out some of those old cars on your property. :cool:

Heh.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-15-2013, 01:44 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,637
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Having only ever driven 123's and 124's, you...

Having only ever driven 123's and 124's, you should take my opinion with a grain or two of salt.:rolleyes:

Sounds like a good opportunity to me.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-14-2013, 06:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 990
Posted By Codifex Maximus
I believe the two large red wires B+ are a couple...

I believe the two large red wires B+ are a couple of wires that carry 1/2 of the charging current each. They are essentially interchangeable but you don't want to lose one as too much stress will be...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-14-2013, 05:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,550
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Wow. I hope the MB suspension is making things...

Wow. I hope the MB suspension is making things easier on your spinal column and you more generally comfortable. The soft suspension is one of the reasons I drive my Benzes.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-11-2013, 05:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 990
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Cost me $5.00 at the junkyard. Making a good...

Cost me $5.00 at the junkyard. Making a good connection is the problem. Might want to get some shrink tubing to get a good protected connection and a gun type soldering iron.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-06-2013, 05:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,008
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Good advice. Maybe have the front end looked at...

Good advice. Maybe have the front end looked at too. Don't want to be chewing up expensive tires for lack of front end maintenance.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-01-2013, 12:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,862
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Well, let's see... Prior to his death, it...

Well, let's see...

Prior to his death, it was said that he handed his wife a sack full of money in the 200K mark range and that he also handed her documents stating that their accounts were empty....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2013, 01:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,019
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Fresh Turkey smoked upside down - AWESOME. ...

Fresh Turkey smoked upside down - AWESOME.
Standard stuffing - what you'd expect.
Green Bean Casserole - a perennial favorite.
Home made cranberry sauce - tart and sweet.
Fresh baked home made...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-23-2013, 03:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,559
Posted By Codifex Maximus
I've got a Dog-o-meter(tm). It's slightly...

I've got a Dog-o-meter(tm). It's slightly unstable around corners and when stopping suddenly. Likes the windows down. Drools at restaurant windows.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-02-2013, 09:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,874
Posted By Codifex Maximus
There are many possible causes for loss of...

There are many possible causes for loss of coolant:
Visible radiator hoses - do an inspection. Look for signs of rust deposition from dried radiator water.
There is a tiny section of radiator hose...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-20-2013, 06:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,361
Posted By Codifex Maximus
I think the pre-80 Mercedes were more prone to...

I think the pre-80 Mercedes were more prone to rust. This is why I try to stay in the 81-85 range. Just my preference.

Nice checklist Phil_F_NM.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-08-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,488
Posted By Codifex Maximus
If it don't leak, your golden. Make sure you put...

If it don't leak, your golden. Make sure you put the rubber O rings around the hose and put it back into it's retaining loops. Don't want engine vibration to wear holes in the hose or have the hose...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-06-2013, 10:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 692
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Happiness is a new battery.:D

Happiness is a new battery.:D
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-06-2013, 12:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,488
Posted By Codifex Maximus
I ended up using a regular vise on the outer...

I ended up using a regular vise on the outer piece and vise grips on the inner. Be careful not to deform the outer piece or booger the inner one.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-05-2013, 11:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,510
Posted By Codifex Maximus
My opinion? Burn those gasses. It's more...

My opinion?

Burn those gasses. It's more economical, environmentally friendly and will keep condensates from building up under the hood and causing a grease film on everything.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-05-2013, 12:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 698
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Good link. Interesting stuff.

Good link. Interesting stuff.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-04-2013, 10:56 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,209
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Isn't it amazing how much some simple little...

Isn't it amazing how much some simple little electronic sensors cost even on American made autos? More sensors equals more points of failure to me.

The lure of a newer car and the accompanying...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-28-2013, 12:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,084
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Sumner class Destroyer. Kind of a little pocket...

Sumner class Destroyer. Kind of a little pocket battleship. When I was kid, I used to build models of these WWII ships. Only later did I get into cars.

Have fun.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-23-2013, 06:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,925
Posted By Codifex Maximus
I had an old Ford Maverick Early 70's model when...

I had an old Ford Maverick Early 70's model when I was a kid.

This car was somewhat of a beater but would really go when you romped on it.

People would pull up next to me and rev. I'd just sit...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-22-2013, 11:27 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,462
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Good info. Thanks! I'll try it.

Good info. Thanks! I'll try it.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-22-2013, 04:31 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,047
Posted By Codifex Maximus
All those James Bond movies are chock full of...

All those James Bond movies are chock full of Mercedes.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2013, 11:38 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 8,921
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Looks nice, strait and shiny. Also, it's not...

Looks nice, strait and shiny. Also, it's not squatting and I don't see anything holding up the back hatch. Points!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2013, 11:21 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,462
Posted By Codifex Maximus
I know that in UNIX, and to a lesser extent DOS,...

I know that in UNIX, and to a lesser extent DOS, the "|" character is called a pipe. It's used to connect the STDOUT of a standard program to the STDIN of a standard program. Otherwise the STDIN is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2013, 06:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,083
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Putting the words Ford and Escort together, for...

Putting the words Ford and Escort together, for me, is like concatenating curse words.

Sorry... did I type that out loud?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2013, 05:08 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 16,178
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Agreed. That last link sure shows a beautiful...

Agreed. That last link sure shows a beautiful 616 with what appears to be a cast iron 4 speed trans. Very nice!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2013, 04:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,925
Posted By Codifex Maximus
Heh, "Though only a few handfuls of seconds had...

Heh, "Though only a few handfuls of seconds had passed, we were nearing the crosswalk at the other side of the intersection,".

Oh God, my side hurts.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2013, 04:36 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,971
Posted By Codifex Maximus
I wouldn't mind getting my hands on a turbo 616. ...

I wouldn't mind getting my hands on a turbo 616. I can't seem to find any information on who to talk to. The website is wonderfully devoid of information.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2013, 04:30 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,277
Posted By Codifex Maximus
I've been reading the posts since my last on this...

I've been reading the posts since my last on this thread and it occurred to me that you said you were running an aux fan hardwired.

I wonder if that aux fan is causing an overcurrent situation and...
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