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Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

11-18-2006, 05:28 PM

Replies: 6

gas smell

Views: 1,710

Posted By Shep

I had the same problem not too long ago. I had...

I had the same problem not too long ago. I had stopped to fill up. I had also opened the trunk to get my oil rag. Then, the whole way home and in the garage from overnight, I could smell gas. Turns...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

01-15-2006, 04:38 PM

Replies: 3

108 Battery and Rough Running

Views: 805

Posted By Shep

Thanks, Munich. Started down that road already,...

Thanks, Munich. Started down that road already, starting with the trigger points. Just gonna work down the fuel injection list, including vacuum.

Wonder if the car was "used" to the previous...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

01-12-2006, 09:29 PM

Replies: 3

108 Battery and Rough Running

Views: 805

Posted By Shep

108 Battery and Rough Running

I recently replaced the battery in my 280SE 4.5. The old Interstate battery came with the car when I bought it and worked for 5+ years. I replaced with an MB battery. Since that very minute, the car...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

07-23-2004, 05:27 PM

Replies: 2

108 A/C Fuses

Views: 1,008

Posted By Shep

108 A/C Fuses

I continue to have electrical gremlins in my 72 280SE 4.5 A/C system.

This is what I've done:
1) Replaced the blower switch in the control unit to the OEM rheostat (the PO had installed a three...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

07-11-2004, 08:03 PM

Replies: 9

A quick pic of my car...

Views: 3,420

Posted By Shep

Nice Tires

Hey, Norbtx. Nice car. I have a 72 W108 and need new tires. Really want white walls. What kind are yours?

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

07-09-2004, 10:19 AM

Replies: 8

72 280SE 4.5 A/C Gremlin

Views: 1,122

Posted By Shep

Further Refining

Here's some more info:
I pulled the fuse under the hood and replaced it (again). It seems that the problem is presenting itself as a blown fuse. I cleaned the contacts on the fuse holder. There was...

Forum: Tech Help

07-06-2004, 03:51 PM

Replies: 684

What are members paying for their Mercedes

Views: 112,395

Posted By Shep

What I Paid

1985 300D Turbo: bought it in 1996 with 125K miles for $9K. Definitely worth it.
1985 300D Turbo Wagon: bought it in 2000 for $7.5K, traded it in 2001 for E320 Wagon. Not worth it, considering I...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

07-04-2004, 10:03 PM

Replies: 8

72 280SE 4.5 A/C Gremlin

Views: 1,122

Posted By Shep

Thanks.

I've checked the little fuses under the dash and the big square ones under the hood. No blown fuses. In fact, to be sure, I replaced all of them since sometimes the contacts look OK but are not. I'll...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

07-03-2004, 09:40 PM

Replies: 8

72 280SE 4.5 A/C Gremlin

Views: 1,122

Posted By Shep

72 280SE 4.5 A/C Gremlin

I have a ThermoKing A/C unit in my 108. It blows ice cold and everything works great. When it works, that is. My problem is the A/C will work fine for a few hours then it won't turn back on.
...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

06-23-2004, 02:24 PM

Replies: 31

Considering Purchase: Which SL?

Views: 3,369

Posted By Shep

Thanks

Always fascinating to watch how a thread develops. From 380SLs to Saturn 5 rockets to Bill Gates. But I think I got my question answered. I'll focus on the 380s from the early 80s. Thanks!

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

06-21-2004, 11:28 AM

Replies: 31

Considering Purchase: Which SL?

Views: 3,369

Posted By Shep

Considering Purchase: Which SL?

Hey, folks. I'm considering an SL purchase and wanted your input on which model might be the one to look for. Some particulars:
1) Want a model prior to 1990 (trying to avoid computers where...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted

06-19-2003, 09:05 PM

Replies: 3

WANTED: engine for '72 280SEL 4.5L

Views: 833

Posted By Shep

I have a 1972 280 SEL 4.5 that has a wonderful...

I have a 1972 280 SEL 4.5 that has a wonderful engine, but worn body, interior and tranny. I'm considering parting it out. Interested in the engine?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-25-2002, 06:41 PM

Replies: 7

300TD drivers floorboard - what is this?

Views: 1,031

Posted By Shep

My 85 300TDT had that same material, as does my...

My 85 300TDT had that same material, as does my current 72 280 SEL 4.5. I agree with the post above. It's for sound deadening and to compensate for the difference between the height of the floorplan...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-16-2002, 06:46 PM

Replies: 18

:) Brought my "new" '85 300TD home

Views: 1,869

Posted By Shep

Nice car, Jim. We had one for a while before we...

Nice car, Jim. We had one for a while before we got the 95 wagon. It, however, wasn't a southern car and began to have rust issues. It also had a non-OEM windshield that leaked HUGE puddles of water...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-02-2002, 04:20 PM

Replies: 2

85 300D Strange Transmission Prob Today

Views: 840

Posted By Shep

85 300D Strange Transmission Prob Today

Here's the mystery I have today:

Crank the car up first thing this morning, put it in reverse to back out of the driveway. Goes into reverse fine. Then I decide to turn the car around rather than...

Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia

07-29-2002, 05:05 PM

Replies: 4

Help with Becker Grand Prix

Views: 1,555

Posted By Shep

On my Becker Grand Prix, there's a small (I mean...

On my Becker Grand Prix, there's a small (I mean tiny) button right near the little clock diagram on the front right of the face of the radio. Turn the radio off so only the clock is showing on the...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

07-16-2002, 02:53 PM

Replies: 5

72 280 SEL 4.5: Where To Start?

Views: 1,241

Posted By Shep

Thanks all. Good advice all around. I'll...

Thanks all. Good advice all around.

I'll start with the brakes and other safety issues first (suspension, cooling, transmission, tires) then work on the cosmetic types of things (trunk, interior,...

Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum

07-15-2002, 02:32 PM

Replies: 5

72 280 SEL 4.5: Where To Start?

Views: 1,241

Posted By Shep

72 280 SEL 4.5: Where To Start?

Just bought her. Body is in pretty good shape, paint is good, as well. Tiny bit of rust on rocker panels and trunk floor. Engine is strong. Transmission is good, but reverse comes and goes. Brakes...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-15-2002, 02:15 PM

Replies: 9

Hooray

Views: 1,292

Posted By Shep

I have my 250,000 kilometer badge, but have lost...

I have my 250,000 kilometer badge, but have lost the paperwork for getting them from MBUSA. I'm coming up on my 500,000 kilometer point on my '85 300D and want to submit for it.

Can someone send...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-08-2002, 02:51 PM

Replies: 3

'85 300D flapping sound

Views: 760

Posted By Shep

Rear axles are my answer, as well. I had the same...

Rear axles are my answer, as well. I had the same thing on my car about 50,000 miles ago (right rear axle). It was the boot around the joint getting caught in the gears. I replaced the axle (you can...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-07-2002, 03:25 PM

Replies: 11

300D A/C Evaporator Replacement

Views: 2,579

Posted By Shep

Thanks, Jim. I'll look for your post tomorrow. ...

Thanks, Jim. I'll look for your post tomorrow.

I stay away from most shops in Macon except Deaton. They are all notoriously rotten, especially when it comes to MB and diesels.

I'm also going to...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-07-2002, 02:46 PM

Replies: 11

300D A/C Evaporator Replacement

Views: 2,579

Posted By Shep

I use Deaton Automotive in Macon. Both techs are...

I use Deaton Automotive in Macon. Both techs are factory trained MB guys who used to work at Jackson MB in Macon. I trust them and they do a great job. I'm just looking for a way -- any way, at this...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-05-2002, 04:14 PM

Replies: 11

300D A/C Evaporator Replacement

Views: 2,579

Posted By Shep

I probably won't tackle this one myself. My...

I probably won't tackle this one myself. My patience is much too thin for that kind of detail work and my tools/work area are too limited. I'm stuck doing only the basic, simple stuff, unfortunately....

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-05-2002, 02:44 PM

Replies: 6

timing chain replacement

Views: 1,330

Posted By Shep

When I lived in Atlanta, I used Austrian Motors...

When I lived in Atlanta, I used Austrian Motors on Northside and 14th Street. I always had a good experience with them.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-05-2002, 02:36 PM

Replies: 11

300D A/C Evaporator Replacement

Views: 2,579

Posted By Shep

300D A/C Evaporator Replacement

My mechanic has advised that I replace my a/c evaporator. The system isn't cooling and you can smell a foul odor in the car with the freon leaking from the evaporator. I replaced the compressor,...

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