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Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-30-2013, 07:13 PM

Replies: 72

extreme cold and 300d's

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Posted By texcl

It would only be started without the block heater...

It would only be started without the block heater in emergencies, since becoming a diesel fanatic I have had a couple of these emergencies, once when my block heater failed and a couple times when...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-29-2013, 12:22 PM

Replies: 72

extreme cold and 300d's

Views: 8,205

Posted By texcl

yeah, I will install a new lower hose heater....

yeah, I will install a new lower hose heater. I've had block heaters fail at really bad times and carry a magnetic heater to but it sorta sucks, not generating good heat. I try to get my diesels...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-29-2013, 12:00 PM

Replies: 72

extreme cold and 300d's

Views: 8,205

Posted By texcl

extreme cold and 300d's

It get's down into the -30's and -40's here and there will be weeks in the -20's. Will these mercedes diesels start without being plugged in if they are in good condition or is it a given that they...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-25-2013, 08:56 AM

Replies: 40

Non-Mercedes 6.5 GM diesel problem

Views: 6,983

Posted By texcl

If water being poured on the IP made it start...

If water being poured on the IP made it start then there is a 90% chance it is a worn IP, (average service life is said to be around 100k for these pumps as well). It is sort of a universal sign in...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-22-2013, 06:45 PM

Replies: 7

79 300d climate control question

Views: 756

Posted By texcl

good point, I'll see if I can get some pics. it...

good point, I'll see if I can get some pics. it has 4 round lights up front if that helps i'd it, but I think they all did. Going to test her out on thursday will get good pics. then.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-22-2013, 12:08 PM

Replies: 7

79 300d climate control question

Views: 756

Posted By texcl

Awsome, it might be an import, it has zero rust...

Awsome, it might be an import, it has zero rust and 100k+ miles I'm hoping he will take $1500 for it.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-22-2013, 10:23 AM

Replies: 7

79 300d climate control question

Views: 756

Posted By texcl

this car has 3 big knobs that control the climate...

this car has 3 big knobs that control the climate control, is this the same screwy CC everyone complains about?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-22-2013, 08:50 AM

Replies: 7

79 300d climate control question

Views: 756

Posted By texcl

79 300d climate control question

I found a pretty good deal on a 300d, everything works but I know the climate control is a nightmare on these. My question is, we only use heat around here since it is so cold. Do the climate control...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-17-2013, 10:12 PM

Replies: 16

going to look at a 300d what to look for

Views: 1,355

Posted By texcl

The car has been kept inside it's whole life, I...

The car has been kept inside it's whole life, I think I'll wait on a 240d. there is a really nice one in Minneapolis but I've been having a real problem communicating with the person and those deals...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

10-17-2013, 02:57 PM

Replies: 16

1984 Euro 240D Wilmington NC $1,400

Views: 2,906

Posted By texcl

what movie is she going to star in?

what movie is she going to star in?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-17-2013, 02:48 PM

Replies: 295

new purchase, 1 dollar 240

Views: 28,013

Posted By texcl

Man I've been there. I bought a 1980 VW dasher...

Man I've been there. I bought a 1980 VW dasher with a 1.5 diesel. she ran pretty well but I decided I would change the timing belt and install new gp's and injectors. All went well and after I timed...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-16-2013, 04:31 PM

Replies: 16

going to look at a 300d what to look for

Views: 1,355

Posted By texcl

going to look at a 300d what to look for

Well, I found a 79 300d near me, it has 140k on it no rust the interior looks great but the passenger side window won't roll up or down and it is difficult to start as per current owner, he says he...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

10-16-2013, 03:56 PM

Replies: 0

WTB: 240D,300D/ TD in the ND/MN area

Views: 671

Posted By texcl

WTB: 240D,300D/ TD in the ND/MN area

I'm looking for a good Mercedes diesel. I would prefer a manual transmission and as few gadgets as possible and little to no rust. Mechanical issues are ok as long as the price is right same goes for...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-16-2013, 03:50 PM

Replies: 273

300d - 4 Speed Manual Conversion

Views: 50,103

Posted By texcl

Those heats shields are in fact one time use...

Those heats shields are in fact one time use crush washers, once you torque them down to the right degree they are swaged to that bore and sealed, if you reuse them you run the risk of compression...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

10-15-2013, 10:19 PM

Replies: 41

1987 300TD Wagon with OEM roof carrier - $2400

Views: 5,598

Posted By texcl

Will you take a govt' voucher LOL.

Will you take a govt' voucher LOL.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale

10-15-2013, 12:23 PM

Replies: 41

1987 300TD Wagon with OEM roof carrier - $2400

Views: 5,598

Posted By texcl

I can't believe this car is still for sale. If I...

I can't believe this car is still for sale. If I had known this car was for sale a couple weeks ago when I was in VA for business I would have most likely bought it, of course now it's unlikely I'll...

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