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Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-08-2007, 10:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,671
Posted By rbarnes
I voted. Good job. What an effort to make the...

I voted. Good job. What an effort to make the conversion.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-27-2007, 07:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,101
Posted By rbarnes
flex line question

Is there any tips about getting the flex hose unscrewed from the hard brake line? I was able to get the caliper off and the flex off of the caliper, but it looks like the hard line wants to turn...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-24-2006, 11:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 407
Posted By rbarnes
Thanks for the reply. That is part of the...

Thanks for the reply. That is part of the information I was looking for. I always was looking for some info on the '94 S320 numbers.
Thanks again.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-22-2006, 06:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 407
Posted By rbarnes
Information on models imported by MB

A while back I found a website that listed the model/year and how many units of each that Mercedes imported to the US. I can't find the website again. Does anyone have a link or know how to get the...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2006, 03:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,009
Posted By rbarnes
Did anyone come up with a solution?? I just...

Did anyone come up with a solution?? I just changed my front brake pads and now my external burned bulb light indicator on th dash comes on every time I touch the brakes. I have checked to make sure...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-21-2005, 10:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,924
Posted By rbarnes
Salt

You are trying to make the salt disolve into the water therefore increasing its density. When you have salt water which weights more than fresh water, it settles out of the oil easier and faster due...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-26-2005, 02:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,083
Posted By rbarnes
Awsome! Thanks for the link.

Awsome! Thanks for the link.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-26-2005, 02:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,083
Posted By rbarnes
"peen" is the correct spelling. I'd like to see...

"peen" is the correct spelling. I'd like to see a machine like the one you referenced.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-26-2005, 11:35 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,562
Posted By rbarnes
My '83 300D has the exact same symptoms. It...

My '83 300D has the exact same symptoms. It happened while I was sitting at a red light. Will not engage in first without revs and feathering the throttle, shifts and runs fine once it makes that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-12-2005, 11:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,666
Posted By rbarnes
Thanks for the tip! I will be checking the rear...

Thanks for the tip! I will be checking the rear brakes on mine as quickly as I can get to it. Mine are starting to squeal and it sounds like I'm getting some rubbing when I accelerate.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-02-2005, 07:15 PM
Replies: 235
Views: 19,407
Posted By rbarnes
The design is looking good. Put me in for 2 (two).

The design is looking good. Put me in for 2 (two).
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-22-2004, 11:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,629
Posted By rbarnes
Wink Great looking ride. ;) How many miles does the...

Great looking ride. ;) How many miles does the car have on? I just bought a '94 S320 with 125k on it. It is a great ride. Hope I can keep it going for a long time. Best of Luck!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-28-2004, 02:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,911
Posted By rbarnes
I replaced both of mine in June with rebuilt ones...

I replaced both of mine in June with rebuilt ones from NAPA, lifetime warranty, I have about 3K miles on them, no problem.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-05-2004, 02:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,824
Posted By rbarnes
Smile I received mine. Thanks a lot!

I received mine. Thanks a lot!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-05-2004, 02:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 812
Posted By rbarnes
I am currently having the same problem with my...

I am currently having the same problem with my '83 300D. I even had a mechanic look at it and he tried several things, but I still have the problem. I am very interested in the responses this thread...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-01-2004, 03:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,480
Posted By rbarnes
I got caught on a trip with a CV joint that went...

I got caught on a trip with a CV joint that went bad. I had both half axles replaced with rebuilt ones. It cost me around $450. When you are 900 miles from home there not much you can do except be...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-25-2004, 10:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,058
Posted By rbarnes
Thanks to everyone! I too agree that I could not...

Thanks to everyone! I too agree that I could not keep my diesel going without your help. Scanning the posts is a real help in identifing problems and taking care of maintainence items that I might...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2004, 10:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 934
Posted By rbarnes
You might also want to check out NAPA as they...

You might also want to check out NAPA as they also have rebuilds and as some others they have a lifetime warranty. Just to give you some additional choices.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-20-2004, 04:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,987
Posted By rbarnes
I just bought a '94 S320 for my wife, what a rock...

I just bought a '94 S320 for my wife, what a rock on the road. It's a very comfortable and solid car. Plenty of pickup for a car that size. It also has good road feel. It's a bit bigger and heavier...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-05-2004, 10:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 940
Posted By rbarnes
Thanks for the reply. I was just hoping that...

Thanks for the reply. I was just hoping that there were some options. :( .
I didn't realize that the engine had to be lifted up to get the oil pan changed. I'm beginning to see the light.
I'll...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-05-2004, 06:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 940
Posted By rbarnes
Question Can this 123 be saved??

My son ran his 1983 300D (Approx. 185,000 mi) off into a ditch Sat night. It ripped off the oil pan when he hit a culvert. It also jerked the transmission cooler lines off. I'm not sure what else....
Forum: Tech Help 06-29-2004, 09:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,363
Posted By rbarnes
Excuse me, I'm getting old and can't read...

Excuse me, I'm getting old and can't read anymore. Let's just say I found it very helpful. I shoulldn't scour the searches late at night
This forum is great and very useful. I couldn't or...
Forum: Tech Help 06-28-2004, 06:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,363
Posted By rbarnes
This post was very timely. My wife found a 1994...

This post was very timely. My wife found a 1994 S320 with 117,000 miles on it for sale. It was owned by the owner of a quick lube operation. (At least we know the oil was changed on a regular...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-23-2004, 02:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,026
Posted By rbarnes
I recently had a noise similar to what you...

I recently had a noise similar to what you describe and it was CV joints. I ended up replacing the half axles on both sides as all of the rubber boots were rotten.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-18-2004, 04:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,618
Posted By rbarnes
I just bought a pair from NAPA. The cost was...

I just bought a pair from NAPA. The cost was around $100 each with a lifetime warranty. Unfortunately, I was 900 miles from home with no tools or facilities when the boot parted, so I had to have a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-17-2004, 11:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 820
Posted By rbarnes
I know the numbers you posted for the 3 highest...

I know the numbers you posted for the 3 highest speeds are very close to the ones observed in my '83 300D. I've been getting 21-24 MPG.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-17-2004, 10:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,116
Posted By rbarnes
According to my conversion table: 1 Newton X...

According to my conversion table: 1 Newton X .2248 = 1 Pound-force.
Good Luck!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-17-2004, 03:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,495
Posted By rbarnes
Thanks for the tip. I found a bad fuse that I...

Thanks for the tip. I found a bad fuse that I had missed when cleaning them. The metal on the tip was bad and not making contact. You set me straight and the problem is solved. Thanks again for...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-16-2004, 04:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,495
Posted By rbarnes
Window problem too

I'm trying to find the fuses that control the window operations. Originally the lf and rr were working and the rf and lr were not. I messed with all of the fuses and then the rf and lr worked and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-09-2004, 03:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 882
Posted By rbarnes
Good Luck. I have acquired two within the last...

Good Luck. I have acquired two within the last year, so I understand your plight.
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