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Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-21-2021, 01:43 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 21,263
Posted By jotscan
Google result for upholstery filling.

Coir fiber coconut upholstery fiber filling horsehair substitute.
Used in traditional upholstery as a stuffing, can be used with horse hair, or as a cheaper animal friendly alternative. Coir fiber...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-21-2021, 10:14 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 21,263
Posted By jotscan
W123 1981 240D Backrest Repair

The backrest padding was decomposing leaving a constant residue of coconut husk or fiber material on the floor.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-18-2021, 02:29 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 21,263
Posted By jotscan
1981 W123 Front Driver's Seat Up & Down Rail Repair

Adjustment stuck, cannot access the rear bolts to remove the seat for re-upholstery.
Applied WD40 the day before in the up & down rail, then used a slide hammer pulling on the round nut, see...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-14-2021, 09:11 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 21,263
Posted By jotscan
Mercedes Manual section 91.4-100

See attachment: Section 91.4-100 Removal and Installation of Driver's Seat.
Instruction seems to be for another model not for 1981 240D
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-13-2021, 12:46 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 21,263
Posted By jotscan
1981 W123 Front Seat Cushion Replacement

Seat padding part number: 123 910 29 50

Ordered from World Upholstery & Trim for $240 (3 months lead time). Made of coconut husk or fiber bonded with rubberized resin.

MB part # 123 910 38 16 -...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-03-2019, 02:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,179
Posted By jotscan
Lamp Housing Gasket

The lamp housing was removed to drain the water inside. When installed back, made the mistake of installing the left side of the holder to the right side causing the housing to break at the flange....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-31-2018, 09:00 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,992
Posted By jotscan
Interesting science project/hobby to refurbish/fine tune used injectors.

The opening pressure decreased after 300,000 miles which indicates the spring had a permanent deformation (spring rate changed).

The spring rate was calculated using carbon valve A230 for...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-27-2018, 05:26 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,992
Posted By jotscan
Mercedes dealer do not accept nozzle returns

The 1981 240D Mercedes Benz injectors was never cleaned or replaced in 300,000 miles.

Some injectors have a consistent spray pattern whether the pressure tester hand lever is applied slow...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-16-2018, 09:55 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,992
Posted By jotscan
Mercedes Benz Manual Section 07.1-135

Paragraph 4 of Mercedes Benz manual 07.1-135:
4. Test longitudinal bore (15) in throttle pintle. At slow, uniform downward movement of hand lever (approx. 4-6 seconds per stroke) a distinct,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-13-2018, 09:47 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,992
Posted By jotscan
Injector helical compression spring

Old springs should not be reused since they were subjected to metal fatigue and permanent deformation. New helical springs from Mercedes Benz cost about $5.00 (PN 000-017-04-17).
References:...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-08-2018, 06:03 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 135,615
Posted By jotscan
1981 240D Injector Testing Procedure

Tester with digital gauge: (1)
SSI Technologies MG1-3000-A-9V-R, ± 1% full scale with calibration certificate.
Actual Pressure = Gauge Reading - 2 psi

POP pressure was determined by using the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-01-2018, 12:09 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 135,615
Posted By jotscan
Mercedes Benz Manual Section 07.1-135

Enclosed is Section 07.1-135 Checking injection nozzles (injectors)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-01-2018, 11:44 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 135,615
Posted By jotscan
Mercedes Benz Manual Section 07.1-137

Enclosed is Section 07.1-137 Disassembly, cleaning, assembly and adjustment of injection nozzles.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-09-2017, 04:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,797
Posted By jotscan
How to prevent losing the nut plate

Install screw jig for each screw removed to prevent the nut plate from falling down behind the door pillar/wheel well. Screw jig: McMaster Carr # 92605A154
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-09-2013, 02:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,332
Posted By jotscan
[QUOTE=jotscan;3165548]Old motor markings: ...

[QUOTE=jotscan;3165548]Old motor markings:
BOSCH 049
OPD 12V 23.004
0130 111 102

http://www.carbonbrush.com/automotivebrush.htm (http://www.carbonbrush.com/automotivebrush.htm)
Arrowhead...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-03-2013, 07:14 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 93,913
Posted By jotscan
MPG - 1981 240D

Los Angeles traffic
Automatic transmission
Air conditioner on
New: 26 mpg - April 3, 1981
285,800 miles: 22 mpg - July 3, 2013
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-27-2013, 03:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,786
Posted By jotscan
1981 240D W123 Wiring Diagram

See .pdf files - 3 pages.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-25-2013, 10:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,332
Posted By jotscan
1981 Mercedes Benz 240D 123 HVAC Blower Motor Brush Length

Old motor markings:
BOSCH 049
OPD 12V 23.004
0130 111 102

http://www.carbonbrush.com/automotivebrush.htm (http://www.carbonbrush.com/automotivebrush.htm)
Arrowhead Electric Company
13965...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-08-2013, 12:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,521
Posted By jotscan
Automatic transmission fluid pan drain plug washer material.

For the 1981 240D, I.D.14mm, O.D.20mm, THK 1.5mm
The torque specified in the MB Maintenance Manual USA, Volume 2, page 2702, specifies a torque of 14Nm which is for aluminum washers.

The copper...
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