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Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-01-2012, 06:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,788
Posted By BenzBid
I 2nd the wrapped rotor(s). It's when your going...

I 2nd the wrapped rotor(s). It's when your going highway speeds and slow down fast that you notice. I had it happen on my Nissan Titan. Got worse over time.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-27-2012, 01:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By BenzBid
I have intentions of getting a new set of pans...

I have intentions of getting a new set of pans this summer. I would like to leave them off to track down a few leaks. This brings up another question. With all the salt the city uses around here on...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-26-2012, 11:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By BenzBid
Thanks for the advise. I had taken off the belly...

Thanks for the advise. I had taken off the belly pan under the oil pan when I did an oil change a few weeks back. I couldn't get it back on so I just left it off. In the process I must have knocked...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-25-2012, 05:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By BenzBid
The noise sounds like it is coming from the...

The noise sounds like it is coming from the drivers front. It seems to change in pitch as the cars suspension is flexed.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-25-2012, 05:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By BenzBid
Name that noise, w124, 1987 300d

Had my 300d for about a month now. I've taken her above 70 mph a few times on my commute without issue. The other day I decided to give her some juice, as I hit around 80 + and the car started making...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-19-2012, 11:53 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,080
Posted By BenzBid
Great, thanks for the info! I guess it makes...

Great, thanks for the info! I guess it makes sense to do the belts at that time. Radiator has the green stuff in there so I would like to drain and flush it as well. Do you recommend anything else be...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-18-2012, 03:47 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,080
Posted By BenzBid
Sixto - the sound does seem to be coming from...

Sixto - the sound does seem to be coming from that general area. Kind of shakes the car when coming to s stop or off a rev. Would the tension damper be number 332 on the attached?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-10-2012, 12:22 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,080
Posted By BenzBid
What do you think this sound is. Engine seems to...

What do you think this sound is. Engine seems to run almost perfect. However just as the engine is winding down from a rev to idle there is an odd noise/shake. I've tried to capture the noise with...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-10-2012, 12:19 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,080
Posted By BenzBid
Flying saucer is there! lol. Looks to be brand...

Flying saucer is there! lol. Looks to be brand new too. The trans fluid looks new as well. Must have had service not too long before I got her!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-09-2012, 01:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,080
Posted By BenzBid
I gave the ALDA a try over the weekend. I...

I gave the ALDA a try over the weekend. I couldn't get my 24mm wrench where it needed to go. The guy doing the DIY did it in like 5 mins, and I couldn't even get the wench where it needed to go....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-09-2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,080
Posted By BenzBid
Thanks for the info. Just the service records for...

Thanks for the info. Just the service records for the first 100k of life. Nothing past that. Transmission amp.... interesting. What does it do? Shifting seems almost perfect.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-09-2012, 01:51 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,080
Posted By BenzBid
Yes, they ordered the parts and did the recall in...

Yes, they ordered the parts and did the recall in less than a week and that was during the holidays. They treated me very well while I was there too. Ken Garff Mercedes in downtown SLC is great...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-06-2012, 01:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,080
Posted By BenzBid
Thanks for all the good info! When I got her, I...

Thanks for all the good info! When I got her, I changed all the filters, air, oil, fuel, etc.. Did a diesel purge as well. I'll give the ALDA a shot this weekend and try not to break anything. I'll...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-05-2012, 03:35 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 12,080
Posted By BenzBid
New (to me) 1987, w124, 300d

Greetings - proud owner of a 1987 300d turbo. Owned a few w123s and I have to say I am quite impressed! Took her to the local dealer and they did the trap recall and that seems to have improved the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-01-2011, 03:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 530
Posted By BenzBid
17" Chrome Wheels

Anyone interested in 17" Chromes? Getting an e430 with them and will be changing them out.

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/attachment.php?attachmentid=88191&stc=1&d=1293915598
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-13-2010, 11:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,516
Posted By BenzBid
I was able to pull the alternator off of the car...

I was able to pull the alternator off of the car this evening. A small piece of metal fell out when I pulled the pulley off. The 1st picture is the area where I think the metal broke from and the 2nd...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-11-2010, 11:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,516
Posted By BenzBid
Yes, nut. No, I do not remember there being a...

Yes, nut. No, I do not remember there being a washer.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-11-2010, 08:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,516
Posted By BenzBid
Alternator Pulley NUT Un-threaded itself

Alternator light has been on for the past year. Had a bad diode that was not converting all of the AC over to DC. Finally got around to putting in a refurb a few weeks ago.

Last weekend I was...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-05-2010, 11:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,224
Posted By BenzBid
Drove it into work this AM and popped the hood....

Drove it into work this AM and popped the hood. No leaks, but I didn't use the heat at all. Thanks for your help, I will keep you posted.

Have a great day!

Scott
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-04-2010, 09:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,224
Posted By BenzBid
Below our the photos of the housing. It looks...

Below our the photos of the housing. It looks like it is leaking out of designed hole in the bottom. In the 2nd picture the housing is upside down and you can see the square holes.

After carefully...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-04-2010, 12:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,224
Posted By BenzBid
Thanks for the info. I know it was wishful...

Thanks for the info. I know it was wishful thinking, but I figured it was worth a shot. Have a great day!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-04-2010, 08:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,224
Posted By BenzBid
Mono Valve Housing leaking!

Greetings,

I "rebuilt" the mono valve last night. Very straightforward, however I know have a coolant leak from the mono valve housing, that brown plastic casing. It's dark out this am and I can't...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-30-2010, 11:28 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,987
Posted By BenzBid
ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT w123

Anyone got a .pdf or a link to a DIY alternator replacement? I have found a few step by steps here on the forum, but nothing with pictures and or drawings.

If someone can send or point me to a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-31-2010, 10:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,401
Posted By BenzBid
Thanks! I pretty much knew the answer, but just...

Thanks! I pretty much knew the answer, but just wanted to make sure. Thanks for the education on the matter! Guess I will be investing in a rebuilt Bosch.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-30-2010, 10:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,401
Posted By BenzBid
How about 24.7. VAC?

How about 24.7. VAC?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-30-2010, 11:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,401
Posted By BenzBid
Hi, thanks! I was able to check last night. Put...

Hi, thanks! I was able to check last night. Put the meter on 200VAC setting and was getting .24. Does that sound like it is not concerting all of the energy to DC? Does new diodes = new alternator?
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-22-2010, 08:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,401
Posted By BenzBid
Alternator Multimeter Question

Battery light has been on since I have been driving her for about 9 months now. Replaced the voltage regulator about 8 months ago, old one was shot, but light is still on. With winter just around the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-30-2010, 06:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,649
Posted By BenzBid
oh man, I must have deleted them out of my aws...

oh man, I must have deleted them out of my aws account. Let me try and dig them up.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2010, 03:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,649
Posted By BenzBid
Called around to a bunch of shops today. Not one...

Called around to a bunch of shops today. Not one MB shop had R12. They were more than willing to switch me over though ;)

Ended up finding it at Jiffy Lube of all places. They filled her up and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2010, 12:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,649
Posted By BenzBid
Thank you!

Thank you!
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