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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-08-2005, 10:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 793
Posted By DJChillfit
Fs: 1978 280e

Howdy everyone,

I'm selling my 1978 280E after three years of ownership, as I'm moving overseas in a few weeks. I've posted some photos here (http://www.somethinfierce.com/carphotos/), trying to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-07-2004, 11:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 881
Posted By DJChillfit
The location is here with me in Eugene, Oregon. ...

The location is here with me in Eugene, Oregon. I'm not at all sure what I feel comfortable selling it for, hopefully some other people will respond so I can have a consensus ballpark figure for...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-06-2004, 09:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 881
Posted By DJChillfit
What's it worth?

Howdy all,

I'm looking at selling my current MB and moving up to something newer. Now, I know how much I value the car, but I'm not certain what a reasonable price to sell it for is. If anyone...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-03-2003, 12:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 968
Posted By DJChillfit
So if I have the optional equipment, I should put...

So if I have the optional equipment, I should put in the fuse that matches the symbol in parentheses, you think? Thanks
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-01-2003, 05:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 968
Posted By DJChillfit
Dumb Fuse Question

Howdy,

I know I'm not a diesel owner, but as the owner of an old W123, I feel like one under the skin ;-) Anyway, my question is probably an easy one. On the fuse chart that's inside the fuse...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 12-31-2002, 08:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 643
Posted By DJChillfit
If it has the flipout ashtray with a working...

If it has the flipout ashtray with a working cigar lighter and the zebra wood face, I'd be very interested in that. Availability and price would be very appreciated. Thanks
Forum: Tech Help 12-30-2002, 12:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,191
Posted By DJChillfit
Some additional information

I've been doing a little more research, so I thought I'd add to my story.

Out of curiosity of what replacement parts could be ordered to try and fix the problem, I looked on FastLane. From some...
Forum: Tech Help 12-29-2002, 04:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,191
Posted By DJChillfit
Stuck Cigarette Lighter

Howdy everyone,

For Christmas I received a air freshener that plugs into the cigarette lighter for power, and until trying to install it I had never really tested its functionality. As I...
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2002, 10:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 820
Posted By DJChillfit
I also forgot to add that it seemed like I had a...

I also forgot to add that it seemed like I had a lack of power. At one point, I was flooring it to maintain 35 MPH over a pretty small hill and trying to pass a big ol' van was a bit scary. I'm...
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2002, 01:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 820
Posted By DJChillfit
Very Odd Stalling Problem

Yesterday I was driving the 280E to my future college to sign up for classes, and when I got into the town it's located in she started stalling like crazy, which was freaking me out as it was very...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 08-15-2002, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 931
Posted By DJChillfit
I've heard good things about Aurora Auto Wrecking...

I've heard good things about Aurora Auto Wrecking at http://www.auroraaw.com/
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-04-2002, 03:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 652
Posted By DJChillfit
Well, the window regulator is what the gears...

Well, the window regulator is what the gears broke off of in my window...
Forum: Tech Help 08-01-2002, 06:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 765
Posted By DJChillfit
Urgent Window Problem

It's urgent because I have a date tonight ;-) Anyway, today I was leaving the grocery store and my window stopped halfway down and would not continue. Now, it sounded like the motor was still...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 07-30-2002, 08:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,109
Posted By DJChillfit
Maybe it's just coincidence, but every time I...

Maybe it's just coincidence, but every time I hear someone talk about their Camry they talk about window problems. It seems the motors for their windows frequently malfunction. Anyway, back to the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-30-2002, 03:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 962
Posted By DJChillfit
This might not be any better a solution, but for...

This might not be any better a solution, but for $100 you can get an eTrex GPS unit that can tell you your true speed with a high degree of accuracy.
Forum: Tech Help 07-29-2002, 10:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,074
Posted By DJChillfit
My dealer, interestingly enough, suggested I use...

My dealer, interestingly enough, suggested I use WD-40. They said not to spend my money on a huge tub of the official grease or whatever. I guess if you can use it for a variety of purposes,...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-26-2002, 04:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,594
Posted By DJChillfit
Hey barndoor

I don't mean to take over the thread, but I was just curious if you lived in the Eugene area? I haven't found too many Oregonian forum members
Forum: Tech Help 07-20-2002, 01:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 745
Posted By DJChillfit
Thanks a bunch, Steve. I guess I'll play it safe...

Thanks a bunch, Steve. I guess I'll play it safe and cough up the money to get the relay replaced. It's kind of funny that you mention the dome light in this, because I actually had my mechanic fix...
Forum: Tech Help 07-19-2002, 10:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 745
Posted By DJChillfit
Bad Seat Belt Relay

Howdy,

My fasten seat belt light has been stuck on for a few weeks now. Today, the mechanic told me it was a bad relay. He didn't have the part in stock, so he disconnected the relay as a...
Forum: Tech Help 07-19-2002, 10:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 685
Posted By DJChillfit
280E Vacuum Question

Howdy,

Car just got back from the shop for a few small things. He said the right rear door had the vacuum leak, so I'm guessing the actuator/diaphragm there. He said he disconnected it from the...
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2002, 07:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 680
Posted By DJChillfit
Thank you for the very quick response. This will...

Thank you for the very quick response. This will be my first job under the car, it looks like! Of course, following all the proper safety measures I've read about here. Wish me luck
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2002, 06:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 680
Posted By DJChillfit
280E Fuel Filter

Howdy,

I've tried to research this myself, but so much of the advice for 123s is of the diesel variety. I'm looking to replace my fuel filter, and it looks like the gas 123 cars (a 78 280E in my...
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2002, 06:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 711
Posted By DJChillfit
Hey Phoenix, I also have a 280E of a similar...

Hey Phoenix,

I also have a 280E of a similar vintage. I was wondering if you changed the fuel filter yourself and could tell me where it's located on this car? Thanks
Forum: Tech Help 07-16-2002, 03:13 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 841
Posted By DJChillfit
Fuel Filter Question for Gasser 123

Howdy,

I've tried to research this myself, but so much of the advice for 123s is of the diesel variety. I'm looking to replace my fuel filter, and it looks like the gas 123 cars (a 78 280E in my...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-12-2002, 05:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,138
Posted By DJChillfit
I've recently been going through the same...

I've recently been going through the same driver's seat repair. The PO was a "whole lotta man," I guess you could say. Anyway, my dad and I took out the seat, saw the broken springs, etc. Like...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-12-2002, 04:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,402
Posted By DJChillfit
AJB, interesting that you mention drilling holes...

AJB, interesting that you mention drilling holes in the exhaust. My mechanic recently suggested I see a muffler shop about getting some work done.

So, I went to the shop yesterday, got the car...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 07-12-2002, 04:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,361
Posted By DJChillfit
Well, my 280 is 19 years older (78 280E), but I'm...

Well, my 280 is 19 years older (78 280E), but I'm going through the same thing, as the PO was a little soggy around the midsection. I removed the seat and took a look at the underside to see what...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-08-2002, 11:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,723
Posted By DJChillfit
What W123 cars have transmissions that aren't...

What W123 cars have transmissions that aren't affected by the vacuum? I've always wondered if my 78 280E's transmission suffered at all from the leaky vacuum. Thanks

Simon
78 280E
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-10-2002, 10:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 648
Posted By DJChillfit
Out of State Car Purchase Nightmare

Howdy,

I've had quite an ordeal that I guess should be explained before I get to my question, I'll try and keep it brief. I bought a MB in mid-February of this year, my first car. I bought it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-04-2002, 07:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,871
Posted By DJChillfit
I'm one of the lurking gasser owners ;-) I live...

I'm one of the lurking gasser owners ;-) I live in Eugene, OR and wouldn't be able to travel very far to participate, but if it was in the area, I'd love to go.

Simon
78 280E 126k miles
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