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Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-29-2015, 02:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,727
Posted By Nick300cd
I know it's not the newest of threads but, here's...

I know it's not the newest of threads but, here's my two cents....
Measure the rims using a caliper gauge from a tire machine. Long story short-I have two cars with 7" spares.
Dare you to measure
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-24-2014, 08:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 508
Posted By Nick300cd
1982 300cd knock at idle only in gear?

Okay so the knock takes place low rpm in gear. Put it in neutral or park it disappears as well as anything over 1000rpm. Injector?
Cheers
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 07-21-2014, 10:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 626
Posted By Nick300cd
My 1985 cd has a kkk instead of the garret. They...

My 1985 cd has a kkk instead of the garret. They were using both in 85 indiscriminately.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-13-2014, 07:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 755
Posted By Nick300cd
Thanks for the input so far. The headlights on...

Thanks for the input so far. The headlights on the 85 are factory from Benz-late 85 production. It also has a kkk turbo which is different but the same. Oh and it doesn't have the catalyst under the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-13-2014, 07:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 755
Posted By Nick300cd
Okay managed to add more pics and include the...

Okay managed to add more pics and include the black one
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-13-2014, 06:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 755
Posted By Nick300cd
I added three pics to my profile. I included the...

I added three pics to my profile. I included the 85. It will only let me upload the three and I don't know how to embed them. I left out the pic of my black 82cd-it's my favourite drive but the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2014, 10:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 755
Posted By Nick300cd
300cd turbo 1985

I bought a 1985 300cd as a parts car. Except many of the parts are different than my 1982. After checking in to what was up, I was told the car is a late production with a different transmission and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-18-2014, 05:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 651
Posted By Nick300cd
Another W123 wheel question

Will these rims fit a w123?

Work Ewing II
5x112
15x6.5 et 28 all around
Hub - 66.5

Are they worth $500? Not including tires and two are gold centre and two are white. So they will need...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-17-2014, 12:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,159
Posted By Nick300cd
Same thing just happened on 82 300d but, the...

Same thing just happened on 82 300d but, the right rear corner. Found one nut. Just picked up new bushings and hardware. Weird.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-02-2014, 01:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 945
Posted By Nick300cd
Okay here is an update-the axle I didn't replace...

Okay here is an update-the axle I didn't replace has about an inch of movement in and out-so I guess I need to replace it. Also the r front outer tie-rod end is pooched.
I will report back after I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-30-2014, 08:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 945
Posted By Nick300cd
The driveshaft ujoint was replaced - wouldn't...

The driveshaft ujoint was replaced - wouldn't that be evident at lower speeds during 1&2 gear accel? Went to pick up some window switches(they were wrong-it was an 87300sd not a 82300d like the ad...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-30-2014, 04:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 945
Posted By Nick300cd
82 300D. Driveline Vibration

Okay, the Vibration starts about 50mph through to 70mph. It shakes the entire car-very little if anything coming through the steering wheel.
Steps taken 1)balanced wheels twice with different...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-15-2014, 07:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,223
Posted By Nick300cd
I just bought one. An "original" roof rack for a...

I just bought one. An "original" roof rack for a 1983 300d still in the box never opened. I have no idea what it looks like yet but, I can post picks in a couple weeks if anyone is interested.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-08-2014, 08:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 506
Posted By Nick300cd
Red face Hard/slow cranking after glowing. No start

82 300d turbo
Wasn't plugged in one night two weeks ago
Extra batt and a boost got her going next day
Since then it won't start again
New glow plugs, oil change and battery

If I glow it, the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-01-2014, 02:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,298
Posted By Nick300cd
Starter symptoms. slow cranking

Vehicle is an 82 300D turbo. The starter seems to be slow cranking and dies off after 10-12sec. Voltage drop occurs quickly from 13.5 to 12.5 then to 10.5 as it slows right down. I was taught starter...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-28-2014, 10:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 635
Posted By Nick300cd
Okay got it fired! Thanks for the help. I must...

Okay got it fired! Thanks for the help. I must have a ground problem. I added an extra ground cable using another booster cable and the cranking speed improved and I could get it to spin for longer...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-28-2014, 09:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 635
Posted By Nick300cd
It doesn't "chug" at all after holding the...

It doesn't "chug" at all after holding the accelerator down. Could I have flooded it?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-28-2014, 08:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 635
Posted By Nick300cd
No Start 1982 300d

It's minus 20c. Synthetic 5/40. Was plugged in. Seems to have no cranking speed after glowing. Turns over and 'chugs" like it wants to start if I don't glow it. Have another car hooked up with cables...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-19-2014, 06:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 629
Posted By Nick300cd
What should I look for at the Alda banjo bolt? ...

What should I look for at the Alda banjo bolt? The intake side has been cleaned out
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-19-2014, 05:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 629
Posted By Nick300cd
The strainer has been cleaned out -yes.

The strainer has been cleaned out -yes.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-19-2014, 05:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 629
Posted By Nick300cd
Smile Power loss 3000-3100rpm 1982 300d

Any thoughts on what might cause a sudden power loss at 300-3100rpm?
The Alda screw has been adjusted by previous owner. Possibly the throttle and transmission cable and rods as well.
The car is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-19-2014, 05:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 732
Posted By Nick300cd
Thanks for the advice on the IP seals. I'm...

Thanks for the advice on the IP seals.
I'm going to start a new thread on the power dive.
Cheers
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-19-2014, 05:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 732
Posted By Nick300cd
I don't know. It is the original for the car an...

I don't know. It is the original for the car an 82 turbo.
I've got all the leaks solved but not the nose dive at 3000-3100
As far as I've read the Alda should not cause this.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-17-2014, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 732
Posted By Nick300cd
Thanks. I removed the lines and cleaned the ends,...

Thanks. I removed the lines and cleaned the ends, also used tie wraps where the old line clamps used to be. There still seems to be slight leakage at the top of the lines. Seals will be next this...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-17-2014, 12:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 732
Posted By Nick300cd
Thanks for the quick replies. I've replaced all...

Thanks for the quick replies. I've replaced all the return lines I just noticed an oil leak at the front of my rocker cover Am going to power wash it. Will update you soon
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-17-2014, 12:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 732
Posted By Nick300cd
Smile Leaking IP lines 1982 300d

Just picked up a neglected 1982 300d. Brought her back to life but the IP lines are leaking. The lines are tight. Could they have been over tightened wrecking the sealing surfaces? Is this a common...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-16-2013, 05:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,621
Posted By Nick300cd
Replaced the Battery! Here's what I...

Replaced the Battery!

Here's what I did-tested for phantom drain with no drain found, fully charged and load tested battery with no bad results. Then the weather changed and it became consistent....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2013, 03:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,217
Posted By Nick300cd
So what happened? I'm having the same symptoms...

So what happened? I'm having the same symptoms with my 82 300cd. Still no resolve for me.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-25-2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,621
Posted By Nick300cd
Here's a quick update. It seems to happen after I...

Here's a quick update. It seems to happen after I use the blower fan! Getting cold so ive been using it. How much current do these suckers draw? Wiring all checks out good but I don't have an amp...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-12-2013, 08:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,621
Posted By Nick300cd
I'd doesn't matter if the car is hot or cold. I...

I'd doesn't matter if the car is hot or cold. I bought a little led indicators that pops into the cigar lighter to watch for alt failure. $2 glow relays? Their listed at over $200 what am I missing...
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