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Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-07-2014, 08:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,644
Posted By Fredmburgess
I had posted earlier in this thread about...

I had posted earlier in this thread about breaking two off in my son's '98. We drilled and missed, ended up pulling the head and having it rebuilt (valves, guides, inserts to repair the two glow...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-07-2014, 08:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,732
Posted By Fredmburgess
Perhaps not the issue since you didn't mention...

Perhaps not the issue since you didn't mention having a CEL but have you scanned for codes? I've worked on a friend's '96 that would only accelerate to about 4500 rpm and not shift up to next gear...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-07-2014, 07:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,505
Posted By Fredmburgess
I know you're not asking for votes here but... if...

I know you're not asking for votes here but... if it were me... and I've been in similar situations (lovely seized glow plugs on the '98 E300 come to mind)...I'd opt for removing the impeller housing...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 11-23-2014, 11:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,148
Posted By Fredmburgess
I've converted quite a few W210's with two tank...

I've converted quite a few W210's with two tank systems (coolant heated WVO tank, lines, filter plus 12V final fuel heater before IP.). I highly recommend disabling the EGR on the turbocharged...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-26-2013, 10:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,919
Posted By Fredmburgess
...and just as Pimpernell mentioned...using lots...

...and just as Pimpernell mentioned...using lots of PB Blaster and taking lots of time is the way to go. It took me 3 days to get two out of a friend's '99, working with the engine hot and turning...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-26-2013, 09:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,919
Posted By Fredmburgess
Had the same "broken, spinning" plug plus one I...

Had the same "broken, spinning" plug plus one I tried to drill and screwed up on our '98. Pulled the head, machine shop fixed both and did a valve job. Good for another 200,000 + and cheaper than...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 07-29-2013, 12:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 635
Posted By Fredmburgess
Sold them. Thx anyway.

Sold them. Thx anyway.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-22-2013, 03:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 635
Posted By Fredmburgess
FS: New in Box H&R springs for W210

Bought these to lower my '99 E300. Didn't get around to installing them before the car got hit and totaled. Still new, in Box. H&R part no for the box of 4 springs is: 29724-2. I paid $247.00...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-25-2013, 01:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,178
Posted By Fredmburgess
Is the '96 EGR system different than the '97? ...

Is the '96 EGR system different than the '97?

I only ask because my understanding is that the normally aspirated 606 engines do need to see a change in airflow or they'll throw a code and that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-05-2012, 09:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 746
Posted By Fredmburgess
KarTek is right in that the fans turn on and vary...

KarTek is right in that the fans turn on and vary speed based on the system pressure - but also based on engine temperature. There is a controller for the fans bolted to the left side frame rail,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-05-2012, 09:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,905
Posted By Fredmburgess
I think I've got a good used a/c compressor if...

I think I've got a good used a/c compressor if you need it. ...edit...came off a wrecked '98 that I parted out with only 138,000 on it. It'll be cheap if you need it, finally cleaning up the garage!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-03-2012, 08:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 837
Posted By Fredmburgess
Pnlot, regarding leaks on/near the IP, You may...

Pnlot, regarding leaks on/near the IP, You may find that it's leaking from the cover plates on the IP. There's one on the bottom and one on the side. Both are sealed with molded rubber seals...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-09-2012, 05:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,168
Posted By Fredmburgess
...are you running it on anything other than...

...are you running it on anything other than diesel? WVO has a tendency to gum up the rings and increase blowby in the 606.962 engine (but not so much in the non-turbo version)...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-09-2012, 05:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,912
Posted By Fredmburgess
...can't kill the Cummins 12V B engine either. ...

...can't kill the Cummins 12V B engine either. Think of it as a big happy 617. I don't know where I'd be if I didn't have my old Dodge to haul all the other stuff I put on my car trailer :)!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-24-2012, 04:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,644
Posted By Fredmburgess
We broke a plug off on the '98. I think we...

We broke a plug off on the '98. I think we should just have been more patient and let the solvents do their work. Tried drilling but that was just plain ugly so opted to pull the head and have the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-26-2012, 08:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,583
Posted By Fredmburgess
I've done this a couple of times following the...

I've done this a couple of times following the steps in the service manual which I take it you do not have. I'll try and copy/paste relevant pages - don't know if I can do that here or not so send...
Forum: Alternative Fuels 02-11-2012, 07:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,443
Posted By Fredmburgess
I agree on biodiesel although you may ultimately...

I agree on biodiesel although you may ultimately have to switch the injector return lines and the O-rings on the plastic fuel lines and under the shut off valve to viton. Biodiesel and WVO will...
Forum: Tool Rental Program 02-08-2012, 11:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,941
Posted By Fredmburgess
W210 rear wheel bearing/hub tools?

Anyone have the tools needed to R/R rear wheel bearings on a W210? I ordered a Sir Tools B90 master kit but the darned things are back ordered for at least a month. Left rear wheel bearing is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-22-2012, 09:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,567
Posted By Fredmburgess
Talking ...and then get that '99 "chipped", maybe defeat...

...and then get that '99 "chipped", maybe defeat the EGR, and you'll never go back. A few surprise like this are worth it when it can throw you back in the seat and still get 30 mpg! :)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-19-2011, 10:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,780
Posted By Fredmburgess
Smile Ah, if you've got any leaks from the lovely...

Ah, if you've got any leaks from the lovely plastic fuel lines and their evil O-rings I'd put my money on that rather than a lifter! Similar issue in that air gets in as it sits overnight causing...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-19-2011, 12:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,780
Posted By Fredmburgess
sounds like a lifter is leaking down while the...

sounds like a lifter is leaking down while the engine is off. Takes awhile for it to get some oil back into it.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-06-2011, 09:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 809
Posted By Fredmburgess
Agreed, just replace them as it's a pretty easy...

Agreed, just replace them as it's a pretty easy job. Check clearance between your top radiator hose and the power steering pulley when you're done. Can't remember if locations are different on your...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-02-2011, 04:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,832
Posted By Fredmburgess
I've also had SOV's that leaked out of the...

I've also had SOV's that leaked out of the electrical connection (on our '98 and '99). Never got around to cutting a failed one open but my guess is there's an O-ring or other seal inside that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-17-2011, 07:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,179
Posted By Fredmburgess
We've got a '98 and a '99. Only decent manual I...

We've got a '98 and a '99. Only decent manual I could find and justify buying was the Star CD. It can take a while to find things but pretty much everything is in there - just not always where you...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-02-2011, 10:21 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 416
Posted By Fredmburgess
WTB good used 606.962 pistons

I need a couple of good used pistons (stock size) to bring an engine I've got on the stand back to life. Only need two to replace some with out of spec ring grooves. Obviously not building a race...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-01-2011, 03:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,685
Posted By Fredmburgess
..and I wouldn't change any glow plugs or even...

..and I wouldn't change any glow plugs or even try to loosen them, just spray some PB Blaster, etc. at the threads while you have access. Couldn't hurt. Really only two gaskets involved - the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-28-2011, 02:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,685
Posted By Fredmburgess
Afraid I'm not much help besides what I've...

Afraid I'm not much help besides what I've already suggested. The EGR valve itself is really simple - Just a vacuum diaphragm (follow the tube from the transducer) that pushes or pulls a little...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-28-2011, 12:10 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,685
Posted By Fredmburgess
Sorry for the delay, haven't been on here for...

Sorry for the delay, haven't been on here for awhile. We disabled the EGR's on both our '98 and '99 (identical as regards this issue). The wiring referenced in the "how to" thread is under the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-25-2011, 02:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,917
Posted By Fredmburgess
I don't think you can rule out a bad spin on...

I don't think you can rule out a bad spin on filter. Probably not the problem, but the returning fuel - as you had things setup temporarily- wasn't going through the spin on filter. Return fuel...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-10-2011, 09:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,653
Posted By Fredmburgess
You should be able to grab the axle and yank it...

You should be able to grab the axle and yank it out towards the hub (away from the differential at the center rear of the car). The splined part of the axle that is now exposed should slide further...
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