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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 12-13-2021, 11:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,998
Posted By Tanksowner
Quick update here to anyone who's interested. ...

Quick update here to anyone who's interested.

Had a few of you ask about offers so I'll mention that I am open to offers, either individual or combined for both cars listed. Whether they end up...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 12-06-2021, 10:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,998
Posted By Tanksowner
Updated with pricing. It's been a little busy in...

Updated with pricing. It's been a little busy in my personal life and forgot to update.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 11-30-2021, 09:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,998
Posted By Tanksowner
Sent DM's to both of you

Sent DM's to both of you
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 11-28-2021, 01:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,998
Posted By Tanksowner
@LWB250 DM for details if interested. Can...

@LWB250

DM for details if interested. Can also arrange to Zoom or Facetime so you can get a better tour of the car & hear them run. The posting said I could only upload 5 pictures.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 11-27-2021, 10:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,998
Posted By Tanksowner
FOR SALE: 1985 300D & 1987 300SDL

Hello all,

It's been a while since I've spoken with many of you. Countless hours & posts of receiving advice does not go unappreciated, and to minimize considerable preamble, I offer a genuine...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-15-2016, 08:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 561
Posted By Tanksowner
Knock knock sound on takeoff/slowdown, non-engine issue

Hi all,

On my '85 300D, I've noticed a sound coming from within the floorboard that sounds like someone knocking on a door. It's inconsistent, and usually only happens at lower speeds when I...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 07-01-2016, 11:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,486
Posted By Tanksowner
Probably should put this one under the Cars For...

Probably should put this one under the Cars For Sale section...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-16-2016, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 649
Posted By Tanksowner
We pulled the cluster several years back after I...

We pulled the cluster several years back after I got the car to replace the odometer gear. I need to pull it again to change the dash light bulbs to brighter LED's, so I'll check the connection in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-16-2016, 12:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 649
Posted By Tanksowner
I seem to be getting enough power in the car to...

I seem to be getting enough power in the car to use the climate control and the radio, and my headlights are plenty bright at night. Maybe the bulb just burned out? Agreed, 12V when you turn the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-16-2016, 09:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 649
Posted By Tanksowner
Battery light on dash does not come on

Hi all,

So I've had this problem for a while on my '85 300D. I'll do my best to provide as many details as I can.

When I turn the key to start the car, the warning lights come on as usual. I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-14-2016, 10:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 698
Posted By Tanksowner
We have an '87 SDL, wonderful car but manage your...

We have an '87 SDL, wonderful car but manage your expectations. Depending on where it spent most of its life, rust free is a relative term.

I like it on the highway better than my 123, much...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-14-2016, 09:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,837
Posted By Tanksowner
Circuit board crumbled in my hand. It was very...

Circuit board crumbled in my hand. It was very brittle from over 2 decades of heat, so I had to replace the whole thing. That's interesting to know that the sensor itself is fixable, I'll keep that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-14-2016, 09:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,837
Posted By Tanksowner
Quick update, So I ran Economy air this...

Quick update,

So I ran Economy air this morning after getting under the hood last night. I disconnected/reconnected the monovalve, and wiggled some fuses/cleaned connectors. Perfect operation...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-13-2016, 04:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,837
Posted By Tanksowner
Yeah that does not sound fun. I love my W123,...

Yeah that does not sound fun. I love my W123, but I also wanna keep it and I'm not going to put it through a terrible commute to work and waste all the money I've spent to fix it. Plus, I'm only...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-13-2016, 02:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,837
Posted By Tanksowner
Yeah I've done similar research and found there...

Yeah I've done similar research and found there are a lot of crappy aftermarket repair kits out there. I suppose I could get one with the knowledge that I'll have to replace it in a few years, but...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-13-2016, 12:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,837
Posted By Tanksowner
W123 AC vs Heat: Monovalve Disconnect

Hi all,

Haven't posted in a while, hope all of you are well!

I recently had my AC serviced on the '85 300D and it worked fine for a short drive around town yesterday. When I left my parents...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 02-08-2016, 01:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,250
Posted By Tanksowner
Interior trim questions

Hi all,

Speaking specifically to those who have torn down their Benzes for a full restoration. I can't seem to find any resources on remanufacturing certain interior trim pieces, namely the vinyl...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-28-2015, 12:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 661
Posted By Tanksowner
Sorry, should've specified. It's the '85 300D

Sorry, should've specified. It's the '85 300D
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-28-2015, 09:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 661
Posted By Tanksowner
Warning lights staying on, battery light not coming on

So I've had this issue for a while. My warning lights are staying on until I either hit the gas pedal, or release the parking brake. And the battery/alternator warning light doesn't even come on. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-28-2015, 08:52 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,791
Posted By Tanksowner
We have a 123 and a 126, both of which are great...

We have a 123 and a 126, both of which are great for different reasons. The SDL, while a bigger car, I find to be peppier and has more throttle response than the 123. The 603 engine's original #14...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 09-22-2015, 12:09 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 7,767
Posted By Tanksowner
I was thinking that too, good call

I was thinking that too, good call
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-02-2014, 07:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,040
Posted By Tanksowner
I've heard the aux water pump might also be a...

I've heard the aux water pump might also be a factor? Please feel free to refute this argument, it's only something I heard. Not parading it as fact.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-24-2014, 09:14 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 26,126
Posted By Tanksowner
Despite the fact that I love my Cypress Green...

Despite the fact that I love my Cypress Green beauty, I vote that you stick with the original color. Restoring it all-original is just too good to pass up.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 08-04-2014, 09:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,386
Posted By Tanksowner
My thoughts exactly

My thoughts exactly
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-17-2014, 10:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,847
Posted By Tanksowner
This stuff seems awesome! I'm gonna order some...

This stuff seems awesome! I'm gonna order some and try it on some loose plastic in my Benz!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-10-2014, 11:27 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,687
Posted By Tanksowner
California or Federal? Could be something unique...

California or Federal? Could be something unique to the California models, but that's just a guess.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-10-2014, 11:08 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 100,980
Posted By Tanksowner
This may have been already answered in this...

This may have been already answered in this thread, but did the W123 leave the factory with an R4 compressor or an R12? I've had my AC system overhauled a couple years ago and my mechanic put in an...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-09-2014, 09:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,087
Posted By Tanksowner
I bought a special replacement gear for the VDO...

I bought a special replacement gear for the VDO odometer, use the above links if you haven't already, great resources
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-12-2014, 07:48 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 27,370
Posted By Tanksowner
Please make these again! I would love to...

Please make these again! I would love to purchase one off you :)
Forum: Detailing and Interior 12-22-2013, 06:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,624
Posted By Tanksowner
Seat Swap, need help

So ultimately I was going to have a professional help with this, but budget constraints might force me to take on a DIY job. I sourced a palomino leather interior out of a totaled early gen W123 to...
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