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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-15-2020, 12:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,204
Posted By fpenglish
Oops, sorry bout that. $7500 OBO

Oops, sorry bout that. $7500 OBO
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-02-2020, 05:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,204
Posted By fpenglish
1972 W114 250 in Seattle WA

This is a fine example of a Mercedes W114. This is the gas model with a straight six 2.8L engine, so it has some decent pick up as opposed to the diesel models. It has been garaged its whole life,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-13-2015, 11:20 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,545
Posted By fpenglish
I hate to add unnecessary commentary, but I...

I hate to add unnecessary commentary, but I couldn't agree more. I have a W116 300SD that I drive daily, and it's cherry. All the electric windows work, the climate control blows ice cold...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-22-2014, 07:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,391
Posted By fpenglish
Ha! I had the same problem too! I put it up on a...

Ha! I had the same problem too! I put it up on a lift about 2 years ago, had someone do a power brake (stomp on the brake and gas simultaneously) to isolate the noise, and it turned out to the the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-01-2014, 03:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 827
Posted By fpenglish
You absolutely need a wire diagram. Someone told...

You absolutely need a wire diagram. Someone told me that the factory manual is posted on Mercedes' website now, or something like that. I'm pretty sure you can download it for free - I bought mine...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 07-05-2013, 06:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 610
Posted By fpenglish
W115 bakelight steering wheel

Hello

I have a bakelight steering wheel that came off a 71 300d. 25 Dollars. Call me at 323 828 0816 or send me an email. Thanks
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 07-05-2013, 06:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 592
Posted By fpenglish
w116 seats, window regulators, rims

Hello everyone,

I have a few parts for sale coming off a 1979 300sd. I have two front seats, the driver's seat is in rough shape passenger side in good shape. back seat came off a 75 280. they are...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-05-2013, 06:27 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 50,268
Posted By fpenglish
Sounds like a fairly promising method, I shall...

Sounds like a fairly promising method, I shall try it in a month and report back with results!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-05-2013, 06:21 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,119
Posted By fpenglish
For what it's worth, I have been driving a 79 300...

For what it's worth, I have been driving a 79 300 SD for the past two years and some change and a 123 before that for a couple years. Every day is an enjoyable driving experience for me. For the cost...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-03-2013, 09:54 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 93,801
Posted By fpenglish
79 300sd mileage

On my 116 I usually average 23-25mpg
It has 220k miles and I baby it. Best mpg to date was 29. Highway driving, overinflated tires, ac not running.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2013, 11:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,084
Posted By fpenglish
Sweet! Thanks for the link, much appreciated. The...

Sweet! Thanks for the link, much appreciated. The mono valve I verified opens when it should - I had a friend observe its operation as I pushed the various controls.

Regarding the fresh air flap,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2013, 01:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,223
Posted By fpenglish
I tried cleaning the leads as well as the exposed...

I tried cleaning the leads as well as the exposed metal - no dice. Next I'm going to try all new relays. Do you happen to know where the sending unit is located under the dash? I'm thinking that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2013, 01:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,084
Posted By fpenglish
W116 Erratic AC

Hello fellow diesel fanatics

I recently did a minor overhaul on the r4 system in my w116: accII upgrade kit from unwired tools, new receiver/dryer, expansion valve, flushed out system etc. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-30-2013, 12:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,223
Posted By fpenglish
Dr. Bert: I totally feel your pain. Same...

Dr. Bert:

I totally feel your pain. Same exact symptoms I am having right now too, including the erratic fuel gauge and the clicking relay from passenger side (but that shouldn't have anything to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-17-2012, 01:55 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 574
Posted By fpenglish
steering column swap

I'm contemplating swapping out my steering column in my 116 with one of a 115 or 108 so I can have that awesome lookin bakelite steering wheel instead of the somewhat mundane one that is correct to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-17-2012, 01:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,389
Posted By fpenglish
All great suggestions, thanks guys. All the...

All great suggestions, thanks guys. All the vacuum elements appear to be in good shape - they still open and close on command. Should I still replace them? I mean, I'm a proponent of the whole "If it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-03-2012, 03:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,157
Posted By fpenglish
That's really cool. I just started rebuilding a...

That's really cool. I just started rebuilding a 617 a week ago and, oddly enough, it too burned 1 qt of oil per 100 miles! Go figure. Awesome story!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-30-2012, 10:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,389
Posted By fpenglish
W116 servo

Hello all. I'm currently restoring my 79 300SD and as everyone knows, the climate control servo is a nightmare. I just got the dash off to do some electrical work and vacuum stuff, so I'd figure that...
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