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Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks

06-12-2013, 10:45 AM

Replies: 14

123 taking on water

Views: 1,965

Posted By averyphilly

Thanks for the replies. I will check the...

Thanks for the replies. I will check the windshield seals again, but they looked ok for the most part.

WHunter, thanks for the link to your rust repair project. My 300D has a lot of rust around...

Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks

06-11-2013, 10:04 PM

Replies: 14

123 taking on water

Views: 1,965

Posted By averyphilly

123 taking on water

Before you skip this post, let me say that I have read most of the threads on water leaks here, and I followed all the advice.

My 300D was taking on major water on both sides, front and back. I...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-07-2012, 10:08 PM

Replies: 57

More Monovalve

Views: 7,213

Posted By averyphilly

Audible, I'm sorry you're having so many problems...

Audible, I'm sorry you're having so many problems with your climate system. Keep at it- you'll find the fix.

After I had my mono valve bypassed for nearly 2 months, I got to replacing the inner...

Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks

03-05-2012, 12:15 PM

Replies: 8

How to fix this?

Views: 2,758

Posted By averyphilly

Wow! For a second there I thought those were pics...

Wow! For a second there I thought those were pics of my MB! I have similar rust on both of my quarter panels, with the worst being on the passenger side where it has eaten through the floor of the...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

02-17-2012, 05:10 PM

Replies: 57

More Monovalve

Views: 7,213

Posted By averyphilly

As S=B did, I removed my monovalve altogether,...

As S=B did, I removed my monovalve altogether, and put a small 90* piece of PVC pipe in its place as a temp fix. I'll rebuild the mv this Spring when it's warmer out. The result is that I have all...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

02-06-2012, 02:50 PM

Replies: 15

300d turbo - maxes out at 60 mph

Views: 2,202

Posted By averyphilly

My '85 300D had a similar problem when I bought...

My '85 300D had a similar problem when I bought her three months ago. Like others have said, I would check:

1. Both fuel filters,
2. The fuel lines leading to the filters to make sure they are...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-09-2012, 11:28 AM

Replies: 11

Engine pinging after diesel fill-up

Views: 2,341

Posted By averyphilly

Well, I added Power Source's Diesel Kleen +...

Well, I added Power Source's Diesel Kleen + cetane booster on Friday. After letting her idle for a while and driving around a few miles, the pinging seems to have gone away. Of course, all this was...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-05-2012, 12:58 PM

Replies: 11

Engine pinging after diesel fill-up

Views: 2,341

Posted By averyphilly

I read Hunter's post about bad diesel but I...

I read Hunter's post about bad diesel but I wasn't sure if adding cetane booster would fix it. I'm going to get an additive with booster and add it to the tank. Not sure about the outboard motor oil...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-04-2012, 01:31 PM

Replies: 11

Engine pinging after diesel fill-up

Views: 2,341

Posted By averyphilly

Engine pinging after diesel fill-up

Hi again all,

I have done a fairly thorough search, but haven't found a clear answer to this problem. I've seen posts talking about bad injectors and the need to rebuild them, but I don't think...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-15-2011, 06:17 PM

Replies: 7

Engine Straining at Higher Speeds

Views: 2,760

Posted By averyphilly

I HAVE A NEW CAR!! At least it feels that way now...

I HAVE A NEW CAR!! At least it feels that way now :-)

Diesel911- you were absolutely correct! The banjo bolt in the back was completely clogged. I thoroughly cleaned it and the fitting, as well...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-14-2011, 03:22 PM

Replies: 7

Engine Straining at Higher Speeds

Views: 2,760

Posted By averyphilly

Front brake pads were just replaced- rotors seem...

Front brake pads were just replaced- rotors seem to turn properly. Not sure about the rear. No mention of problems during the inspection last month. I have not tried coasting the car- will try that....

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-13-2011, 10:20 PM

Replies: 7

Engine Straining at Higher Speeds

Views: 2,760

Posted By averyphilly

Engine Straining at Higher Speeds

Hi again folks,

It looks like the majority of my vacuum problems have been fixed by rebuilding the pump- thanks for all your help!

Now I am very concerned about the engine being very loud at...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-07-2011, 05:28 PM

Replies: 9

Another vacuum pump thread- help needed!

Views: 1,188

Posted By averyphilly

It turns out you were right. I thought the PS...

It turns out you were right. I thought the PS pump belt was too tight, but I had a very loose alt belt. Tightened it up last night and no more squealing.

Thanks all for your help! I have gotten...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-05-2011, 09:52 AM

Replies: 9

Another vacuum pump thread- help needed!

Views: 1,188

Posted By averyphilly

Hello again. I wanted to provide an update on my...

Hello again. I wanted to provide an update on my vac pump issue. I replaced the internal check valves and put it all back together this weekend. Before the semi rebuild, I was getting 10" of vacuum....

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-28-2011, 09:12 PM

Replies: 9

Another vacuum pump thread- help needed!

Views: 1,188

Posted By averyphilly

Thanks, Diesel911, I will hold on to the old...

Thanks, Diesel911, I will hold on to the old o-rings, which appear to be in good shape.

So other than the cracked internal valve, do any of you think there are other problems with the pump? Is...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-28-2011, 07:50 PM

Replies: 9

Another vacuum pump thread- help needed!

Views: 1,188

Posted By averyphilly

Hi again. Thanks for the replies and advice,...

Hi again. Thanks for the replies and advice, tangofox007 and my123ca. I removed the back cover and you were right, my123ca, one of the three check valves was cracked. I ordered a repair kit and will...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-23-2011, 02:55 PM

Replies: 9

Another vacuum pump thread- help needed!

Views: 1,188

Posted By averyphilly

Another vacuum pump thread- help needed!

Hi all. Although I've searched and used this forum probably a hundred times in the last month, I'm still sort of a newbie. I bought a 1985 MB 300D Turbo Diesel with 254k miles about a month ago. I...

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