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Forum: Alternative Fuels 10-10-2013, 04:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,682
Posted By Jason SVO
Rocker Switches

Here is a good place for custom rocker switches:

OTRATTW (http://www.otrattw.com/)

Jason J
WVO Designs (http://www.wvodesigns.com)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-10-2013, 10:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 781
Posted By Jason SVO
Craigslist Alert 87 300D - Sacramento

I don't see the alert thread anymore...

I test drove an 87 300D yesterday, and it is priced at a steal. No tears, clean interior, good pep, well maintained, engine was redone at some point, #21...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 08-08-2013, 12:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,369
Posted By Jason SVO
Hello, I'm in CA, but you I just wrote up an...

Hello,

I'm in CA, but you I just wrote up an article on Finding and Filtering WVO on the road. Check it out here (http://www.wvodesigns.com/blog/finding-and-filtering-wvo-on-the-road/).

The...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-09-2013, 11:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,591
Posted By Jason SVO
Yeah, the clutch is bad. It doesn't engage...

Yeah, the clutch is bad. It doesn't engage anymore, and has a lot of resistance to turning when the car is off and cold.

It's an ACM, only 2 yrs old. I bought a replacement, also ACM, and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-08-2013, 11:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,591
Posted By Jason SVO
Fan Clutch Resistance

Hello,

I had a knockoff water pump start leaking from the inner seal after 1.5 yrs. I have replaced with a German part. But I noticed the fan has a lot more resistance on it when cold. It used...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 11-01-2012, 03:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,112
Posted By Jason SVO
Hello, I would recommend the addition of a...

Hello,

I would recommend the addition of a FPHE to your system. Your heated filter will not get the oil up to temps. FPHEs are the most cost effective and efficient way to heat WVO on board.
...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 11-01-2012, 03:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,948
Posted By Jason SVO
Hello, First, will you tell me the 2-D...

Hello,

First, will you tell me the 2-D modeling program you used on that drawing.

Secondly, I would recommend heating your tank for operation in sub-freezing temps. I like the idea of a ball...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 08-29-2012, 09:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,643
Posted By Jason SVO
You can get a rocker switch that has lights on...

You can get a rocker switch that has lights on it.
...or if you need them on the dash, you could run the lights of relays attached to your switch.

other ideas??

Jason J
WVO Designs...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 08-29-2012, 09:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,659
Posted By Jason SVO
Suspended water will form bubbles on the bottom...

Suspended water will form bubbles on the bottom of the pan while free water will crackle and pop.

The free water should settle.

May I suggest to buy a box of virgin oil and dump it into...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 08-13-2012, 01:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,565
Posted By Jason SVO
Hi, I've seen oil stored over 1 year that...

Hi,

I've seen oil stored over 1 year that smelled fine and was good to use. If it's clean, water free and in an airtight container, it will last and last.

Jason J
WVO Designs...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 07-24-2012, 07:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,565
Posted By Jason SVO
Here's a link for the OM617 dual tank fuel...

Here's a link for the OM617 dual tank fuel routing. Mercedes WVO Conversion...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 07-12-2012, 09:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,414
Posted By Jason SVO
Sweet Conversion! Do you have a schematic for...

Sweet Conversion! Do you have a schematic for the fuel routing?

Jason J
WVO Designs (http://www.wvodesigns.com)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-17-2012, 03:33 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,407
Posted By Jason SVO
OK. So I'm getting scary temps(over 100) again...

OK. So I'm getting scary temps(over 100) again when going uphill on hot days(90+). I've heard of these cars running cooler for people and want to know if I'm missing anything.

So far I've...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 05-18-2012, 11:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,956
Posted By Jason SVO
I haven't been a huge fan of those until I put...

I haven't been a huge fan of those until I put them on my 300sdl. I noticed a power increase, even when the car was up to running temp and my FPHE was working.

They may have more effect on the...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 05-18-2012, 11:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,961
Posted By Jason SVO
One of our customers just converted his E320. ...

One of our customers just converted his E320. Sam at Full Circle in NY did the conversion. He's going document everything and get it up on our forum...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-02-2012, 11:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 924
Posted By Jason SVO
What model trannys compatible with 300SDL?

I'm looking to swap a tranny from the junkyard for my 300sdl. I need to know what my options are for a direct replacement.
Here's what I know so far:

Model: 722.3xx

Pre -86 diesels - No...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-30-2012, 11:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 703
Posted By Jason SVO
Hi, Yes, I've done the gamut of adjustments...

Hi,

Yes, I've done the gamut of adjustments on the bowden.

Jason
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-29-2012, 10:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 703
Posted By Jason SVO
3rd Gear not working

Hey.

I have an 87 300sdl. The car suddenly wouldn't go into third...just slips and revs. Sometimes I can get the car to skip third and when it catches 4th, I can drive on the highway. I've...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-19-2012, 11:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 623
Posted By Jason SVO
It gets worse when car is warm. Probably not the...

It gets worse when car is warm. Probably not the B2 as there is not an issue with taking off in 1st or 2nd. I may try some tran x or have my mechanic clean the valve body.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-19-2012, 12:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 623
Posted By Jason SVO
It was into first OK. 2nd to 3rd seems to be the...

It was into first OK. 2nd to 3rd seems to be the only issue.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-18-2012, 09:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 623
Posted By Jason SVO
603 87sdl b2 piston?

I think it's a faulty B2 that is causing my shifting issues, but wanted to see if anyone else has "invented this wheel" before.
The tranny has trouble shifting between 2nd and 3rd...It flares and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-17-2011, 12:52 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,407
Posted By Jason SVO
Also, are you saying I should be hearing the...

Also, are you saying I should be hearing the turbo? Haven't heard that high pitch wine in this particular vehicle yet.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-17-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,407
Posted By Jason SVO
How can I test exhaust backpressure? Is it as...

How can I test exhaust backpressure? Is it as simple as hooking up a pressure gauge to one of the ports in the manifold?

Jason
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-09-2011, 02:12 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,407
Posted By Jason SVO
What would that feel like? I feel a vibration...

What would that feel like? I feel a vibration but that is likely from the engine.
Is it easy to pull off and inspect the water pump?

Jason
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-08-2011, 03:35 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,407
Posted By Jason SVO
Turning the heat on will bring down temps 5-10...

Turning the heat on will bring down temps 5-10 *C. Radiator temps range from 88* at the top and 68* near the bottom
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-08-2011, 12:18 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,407
Posted By Jason SVO
I have a new cap. It really seems like the car...

I have a new cap. It really seems like the car cannot maintain temperature or cool itself down when needed. I changed the thermostat and saw no improvement, so I'm ruling that out. Did a flush,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-07-2011, 10:18 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,407
Posted By Jason SVO
Yes, it was bypassed recently. It was running...

Yes, it was bypassed recently. It was running hot before that though.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-07-2011, 05:23 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,407
Posted By Jason SVO
Well, after a citric acid flush and new expansion...

Well, after a citric acid flush and new expansion tank, I am still getting high temps. The gauge does sit right above 80 C on downhills, where it hasn't before. But the car still cannot maintain...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-30-2011, 02:17 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,407
Posted By Jason SVO
Pressure tested system and the side of the...

Pressure tested system and the side of the reservoir tank is pissing coolant under 15psi
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-30-2011, 01:04 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,407
Posted By Jason SVO
OK. I don't see anything on the ground, but I...

OK. I don't see anything on the ground, but I will check the hoses and connections. One weird thing is that the part between the cap and the reservoir turns with force. Perhaps I'm losing some...
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