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Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-24-2009, 12:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 759
Posted By dabenz
Apologies on my part - the temperature sender...

Apologies on my part - the temperature sender isn't electrical - I was thinking of a different vehicle. It does make the troubleshooting easier.

The sensor should be located in the head, left...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-23-2009, 04:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 759
Posted By dabenz
First thing I'd do is check for electrical power...

First thing I'd do is check for electrical power at the sensor. If you don't have any (I suspect this) then you'll need to start chasing until you find what is probably an open circuit - I'd start...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-18-2009, 06:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 712
Posted By dabenz
Hi Stimpy, Don't know the long-term answer -...

Hi Stimpy,
Don't know the long-term answer - haven't tried it. I'd glow it longer before starting. A minute at 20F isn't too long. Neither is a minute and a half, if your hand can take it. My...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-16-2009, 12:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 13,863
Posted By dabenz
Once upon a time, when the spin-on filters first...

Once upon a time, when the spin-on filters first came out, people said "why do I have to pay for a new cannister every time?!" At least this one is pointed down - I have a tractor with a sideways...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-20-2009, 11:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,904
Posted By dabenz
Hiya neighbor, I haven't seen publicly...

Hiya neighbor,

I haven't seen publicly published "flow rate" numbers for any automotive heater core. You'd need to isolate the core from the rest of the system if you want to test the core;...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-15-2009, 11:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,757
Posted By dabenz
I keep a spare in the trunk in case I need to...

I keep a spare in the trunk in case I need to change the oil on the road - about half of my trips go over 3000mi. Cleaning it when I get home saves time on the road.

On the OEM filters the part...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-10-2009, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,346
Posted By dabenz
Welcome to the forum. You're going to learn the...

Welcome to the forum. You're going to learn the "search" feature will be your new best friend.

In the future, I'd think about "fixing" one thing at a time and making sure the fix is OK before...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-06-2009, 10:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,186
Posted By dabenz
Well, I'll stand by my comment. In America, the...

Well, I'll stand by my comment. In America, the overflow tank was originally a response to the anti-pollution folks - the drip from an overfilled radiator was as offensive as a "smoky" exhaust. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-05-2009, 09:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,186
Posted By dabenz
To me, the question is why bother? The old...

To me, the question is why bother? The old radiators had the "expansion" at the top of the radiator. Lots of room for coolant between the top of the fins and the overflow tube at the filler neck. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-05-2009, 09:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 871
Posted By dabenz
Not meant to sound like a dumb question, but did...

Not meant to sound like a dumb question, but did you look at the directories/folders on the CD? My CD is for the W114/W115 but also has a lot of stuff for the older W123. And stuff for my W115 that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-19-2009, 01:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,706
Posted By dabenz
Also check the local libraries, a neglected...

Also check the local libraries, a neglected resource in the age of instant gratification. The boating section may have some hidden gems, after checking the auto repair sections in the stacks and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-18-2009, 01:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,706
Posted By dabenz
Welcome - learning the search function on this...

Welcome - learning the search function on this forum will lead you to hours of reading. Stuff like "keep the engine oil halfway between the marks" is just one of the tricks you'll read about.
...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 05-23-2009, 10:43 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 984
Posted By dabenz
Sams Photofact Becker Europa MU/MUK Radio

Just received this original (not a photocopy) Photofact, in mint condition. Twelve pages of schematics, parts lists & cross references, and tuner alignment instructions for this "tuber" radio and...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-23-2009, 10:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,752
Posted By dabenz
Sams Photofact Becker Europa MU/MUK Radio

Just received this original (not a photocopy) Photofact, in mint condition. Twelve pages of schematics, parts lists & cross references, and tuner alignment instructions for this "tuber" radio and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-19-2009, 10:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,668
Posted By dabenz
An engine oil temperature gage isn't a bad idea,...

An engine oil temperature gage isn't a bad idea, especially for those new to operating diesel engines. If you lug the engine then the engine oil temperature goes up faster than the coolant...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-17-2009, 12:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,668
Posted By dabenz
daBenz doesn't have an oil cooler thermostat. ...

daBenz doesn't have an oil cooler thermostat. What makes oil changes easy is the retrofit drain plug on the cannister. daBenz's is a nut brazed on the outside of the cannister side, with a copper...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-01-2009, 11:21 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 8,744
Posted By dabenz
BohdiBenz1987, here's a couple tricks for the...

BohdiBenz1987, here's a couple tricks for the future:
1. Measure the thickness of your new pads before you install them. Somebody here look up and post the "time to replace" thickness from the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-19-2009, 05:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,225
Posted By dabenz
Hi Jeremy, The (two) stock horns are bolted...

Hi Jeremy,

The (two) stock horns are bolted onto metal plates that are welded to the vertical post in front of the center of the radiator. That post should be painted the car body's color. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-17-2009, 02:14 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,723
Posted By dabenz
80's old school, I don't have hp/torque...

80's old school,

I don't have hp/torque curves for the 240D, but do have them for the 220D. A 240D is a bored out 220D, and peak torque is 2400rpm for the 220D. These engines like to run fast,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-17-2009, 02:37 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 8,636
Posted By dabenz
Half to a full turn on the bleeder screws is all...

Half to a full turn on the bleeder screws is all you should need to open them up. Otherwise there's rust/crud blocking the passage, either in the screw itself or in the main body. I use a paperclip...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-07-2009, 10:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 960
Posted By dabenz
Halfway between the marks keeps the rear...

Halfway between the marks keeps the rear crankshaft seal from "leaking" too much, if that's what you're thinking about. You're not low until you're below the "low/min" mark, which I don't think I'd...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-19-2008, 12:33 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 25,925
Posted By dabenz
Ummm.... ....I didn't have problems, other than...

Ummm.... ....I didn't have problems, other than a bit of cussing and wiggling. When I removed daBenz's tank water heater (heater inlet came from that right rear plug spot) there was either an...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-10-2008, 03:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,216
Posted By dabenz
The220D, 1) I backflush the primary fuel...

The220D,

1) I backflush the primary fuel filter with gasoline then stick it back in. A spare in the trunk is a good idea, as well as a couple spare secondary filters. You have more searching and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-08-2008, 10:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,216
Posted By dabenz
The220D, as close as to the order you asked: ...

The220D, as close as to the order you asked:

1) rusty master cylinder exterior could be from a leak from reservoir-to-master cylinder seals or even from sloppy filling (you've ruled out a leak...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-16-2008, 10:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,426
Posted By dabenz
OK, let's back up and take a deep breath. ...

OK, let's back up and take a deep breath.

dpl, the high/fast idle knob is on the lower part of the dash, immediately to the right of the steering column. To the right is to a lower speed. Do you...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-14-2008, 07:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,426
Posted By dabenz
dpl, I'm sure you know that you need to "lift"...

dpl, I'm sure you know that you need to "lift" the stick before moving from "forward neutral" into "reverse neutral." By now the shift linkages should be clean and lubricated, or you can do it while...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-12-2008, 09:08 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,216
Posted By dabenz
Well?? Are we happily whistling that "on the...

Well?? Are we happily whistling that "on the road again" tune?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-08-2008, 10:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,426
Posted By dabenz
dpl, these clutches are pretty tough. You'll...

dpl, these clutches are pretty tough. You'll hear the throw-out bearing long before the plates & pads need repairing. Looks to me like 1) clutch actuator isn't bled as good as you think, 2) you may...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-04-2008, 11:03 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,216
Posted By dabenz
The220D, a quick check for fluid in the brake...

The220D, a quick check for fluid in the brake vacuum reservoir is to pull the brake master cylinder away from the vacuum reservoir and look: 1) is the rear of the master cylinder wet? and 2) make a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-03-2008, 11:55 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,216
Posted By dabenz
The220D, five hours on the first try without the...

The220D, five hours on the first try without the factory instructions ain't bad in my book. You won't know if you did it right until you run the engine. Good call about waiting for the gasket, and ...
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