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Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-20-2004, 12:21 PM

Replies: 3

Need Help -82 300D Dead

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Posted By sperry

82 300D Starting Repaired

Big Thanks to all who responded! The problem was the 8 inch long battery ground strap that connects to a bolt just in front of the battery. Loosened the bolt then tightened it securely and all is...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-20-2004, 12:20 PM

Replies: 18

Need Help 82 300D Dead

Views: 2,392

Posted By sperry

82 300D Starting Problem Repaired

:) Big Thanks to all who responded! The problem was the 8 inch long battery ground strap that connects to a bolt just in front of the battery. Loosened the bolt then tightened it securely and all is...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-16-2004, 03:26 PM

Replies: 18

Need Help 82 300D Dead

Views: 2,392

Posted By sperry

Thks agn.We`re presently getting rain here in...

Thks agn.We`re presently getting rain here in GA.Hope I can get`r cranked & into the garage tonite.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-16-2004, 10:53 AM

Replies: 18

Need Help 82 300D Dead

Views: 2,392

Posted By sperry

Thanks.I`ll give it a try tonite if Ivan doesn`t...

Thanks.I`ll give it a try tonite if Ivan doesn`t wash the car away!

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-16-2004, 08:02 AM

Replies: 18

Need Help 82 300D Dead

Views: 2,392

Posted By sperry

Does anyone know a quick way to get it started by...

Does anyone know a quick way to get it started by jumpering some wires somewhere? I need to move it so I can work on it.Thanks again.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-16-2004, 07:59 AM

Replies: 18

Need Help 82 300D Dead

Views: 2,392

Posted By sperry

Thanks.I plan on trying to diagnose this...

Thanks.I plan on trying to diagnose this tonite.Will report bk.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-16-2004, 07:53 AM

Replies: 3

Need Help -82 300D Dead

Views: 878

Posted By sperry

Thanks Jim.Sorry I`ve not responded,just got bk...

Thanks Jim.Sorry I`ve not responded,just got bk in town.As a coincidence the next day after the initial no start, it started & ran perfectly for a few days.Yesterday it was dead again.No lights or...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-15-2004, 03:04 PM

Replies: 18

Need Help 82 300D Dead

Views: 2,392

Posted By sperry

Thanks for the info!I`m going to try to diagnose...

Thanks for the info!I`m going to try to diagnose this tonite.I`ll give an update asap that may help someone else.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-15-2004, 12:09 PM

Replies: 18

Need Help 82 300D Dead

Views: 2,392

Posted By sperry

Sorry I`m late responding, just got back in...

Sorry I`m late responding, just got back in town.The next day after this happened the car started perfectly as if nothing happened(that makes you cringe).Drove it for a few days and then it happened...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-09-2004, 01:32 PM

Replies: 18

Need Help 82 300D Dead

Views: 2,392

Posted By sperry

Need Help 82 300D Dead

Thanks in advance.Last night I replaced the drivers side headlight.After replacement(pretty routine ) turned headlights on to check hi/lo beam & all worked well.Next I turned headlight switch off...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-09-2004, 08:11 AM

Replies: 3

Need Help -82 300D Dead

Views: 878

Posted By sperry

Need Help -82 300D Dead

Thanks in advance.Last night I replaced the drivers side headlight.After replacement(pretty routine ) turned headlights on to check hi/lo beam & all worked well.Next I turned headlight switch off...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-27-2004, 01:00 PM

Replies: 3

91 300SL driver seat adjustment

Views: 894

Posted By sperry

Drivers side door does not illuminate dome light...

Drivers side door does not illuminate dome light when opened.Only the passenger`s door does now.Thanks for any help.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-22-2004, 12:13 PM

Replies: 3

91 300SL driver seat adjustment

Views: 894

Posted By sperry

91 300SL driver seat adjustment

The drivers seat will not adjust in any direction except when the passenger`s door is opened or the ignition switch is on!Anyone had this experience or have a schematic?Thanks!

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-22-2004, 11:56 AM

Replies: 0

Mobile 1 Tranny Fluid -What a Change!

Views: 1,269

Posted By sperry

Mobile 1 Tranny Fluid -What a Change!

Just changed tranny fluid to Mobile 1 syntec and filter change @ 65K miles.Completely corrected the delayed shifting to 3rd gear I had prior to warming up!!Looks good so far.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-31-2003, 09:20 AM

Replies: 12

82 300D Headliner Removal

Views: 3,523

Posted By sperry

Big thanks Jeff! Best link for other info too!May...

Big thanks Jeff! Best link for other info too!May give it a try soon.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-30-2003, 06:24 PM

Replies: 12

82 300D Headliner Removal

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Posted By sperry

82 300D Headliner Removal

Need to remove headliner for sunroof work.Anyone done this and any how toos?Thanks.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-19-2003, 01:19 PM

Replies: 6

oem thermostat vs. original equipment manuf.

Views: 1,348

Posted By sperry

oem thermostat vs. original equipment manuf.

Well, when the first thermostat was installed I broke a "Benz Rule",I could only find a advance store open and bought the OEM(Name brand unknown).You`re right it could of possibly been defective....

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-19-2003, 08:21 AM

Replies: 6

oem thermostat vs. original equipment manuf.

Views: 1,348

Posted By sperry

oem thermostat vs. original equipment manuf.

Yes, it happened to me.My 82 300d has run @ 100c for a couple of months after installing new oem thermostat,radiator,hoses.Yesterday had to replace lower radiator hose so I decided to install a...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-02-2003, 11:58 AM

Replies: 2

300D valve tolerances

Views: 721

Posted By sperry

Thanks PEH .I like your work description.I did...

Thanks PEH .I like your work description.I did this adjustment not long ago ,but since noticed the ticking sound after it warms up and was curious about my tolerances.I will tackle this job again...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-02-2003, 07:40 AM

Replies: 2

300D valve tolerances

Views: 721

Posted By sperry

300D valve tolerances

1982 300D with 182k on it needs valves adjusted.What is the intake & exhaust tolerances?Also I can hear a slight tick from the valves after it warms up, Does that mean they are too close or...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-05-2003, 09:19 AM

Replies: 15

Valve lash adjusted

Views: 1,891

Posted By sperry

Shane ,Curious about the vibration.Was this prior...

Shane ,Curious about the vibration.Was this prior to valve adjustment? Also more noticeable after reaching operating temp?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-27-2003, 09:27 AM

Replies: 3

OEM Water Pump

Views: 882

Posted By sperry

Thanks Bill.I did have a bolt break on tha other...

Thanks Bill.I did have a bolt break on tha other 300d.Wasn`t fun.Good idea on cleaning the threads!My other concern is using the Laso type or other oem brands as to whether they supply the same...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-26-2003, 10:00 PM

Replies: 3

OEM Water Pump

Views: 882

Posted By sperry

OEM Water Pump

Any experiences with Laso, Geba or Bosch brand OEM water pumps vs. Dealer Genuine MB brand?Thanks!

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-24-2003, 11:50 AM

Replies: 3

300D Rough Idle

Views: 1,148

Posted By sperry

Thanks Guys! Found out it was the Injectors.they...

Thanks Guys! Found out it was the Injectors.they weren` cracking all together,etc.New inserts & shims should do it.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-22-2003, 12:30 PM

Replies: 3

300D Rough Idle

Views: 1,148

Posted By sperry

300D Rough Idle

My 1982 w/129k miles after reaching operating temp now idles rough.Checked all vaccum hoses under hood.Any troubleshooting tips .Thanks!

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