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Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-12-2024, 10:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 438
Posted By Alec300SD
Packing (rear) wheel bearings by hand. ...

Packing (rear) wheel bearings by hand.

https://i.imgur.com/vWxYC1A.jpeg
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-02-2024, 05:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 139
Posted By Alec300SD
12 point XZN socket.

12 point XZN socket.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-19-2023, 10:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 511
Posted By Alec300SD
Don't forget #44, the collar nut that has to be...

Don't forget #44, the collar nut that has to be staked.
They are not always reusable after they are unstaked to remove them.

If available, get #53 which is the whole repair kit.
It was NLA when...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-18-2023, 04:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 363
Posted By Alec300SD
FS - Rims/wheels from 'Stormcloud' have got to go by 10-31-2023

Longtime readers are likely familiar with 'Stormcloud', a 1979 W116 300SD rescued from the Newark PNP, but totaled by an uninsured hit-and-run driver.
I salvaged the wheels before sending her off to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-17-2023, 03:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 511
Posted By Alec300SD
For your reading pleasure, see the detailed...

For your reading pleasure, see the detailed writeup thread on 'Stormcloud' (a W116 300SD).
Essentially the same procedure as the rear wheel bearing replacement on a W123 or a W126.
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-04-2023, 05:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 365
Posted By Alec300SD
MB connectors are usually 'keyed' so that they...

MB connectors are usually 'keyed' so that they only plug in one way.
The connector on the door appears to have a chuck missing.
This may allow the improper wiring connection that is causing your...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-21-2023, 10:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 390
Posted By Alec300SD
A2014900237 Repair Kit, Front Exhaust Pipe...

A2014900237 Repair Kit, Front Exhaust Pipe Suspension (Prior versions NLA - A1264900037, A1264900537)
A1264922341 Bracket, Front Pipe to Transmission

Location - between the right side of the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-15-2023, 10:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,188
Posted By Alec300SD
Replaced the Suspenion Bearing Bracket guide rod...

Replaced the Suspenion Bearing Bracket guide rod mounts back when I had my W126 300SD.

If I had to do it over again, I would simply replace the whole Unit (Item 110 in the Thumbnail drawing of...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-06-2023, 04:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 430
Posted By Alec300SD
Should be M10x1.0, IIRC. You can get a free...

Should be M10x1.0, IIRC.
You can get a free pitch gauge from b e l l metric dot com.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-06-2023, 02:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 430
Posted By Alec300SD
No, AN fittings are not metric, but the hose ends...

No, AN fittings are not metric, but the hose ends are metric.

Placing a few layers of plastic cling wrap between the vented cap and the brake fluid reservoir should stop any leaks at the brake...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-02-2023, 08:31 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,546
Posted By Alec300SD
Lower left corner of the diff housing will have...

Lower left corner of the diff housing will have the ratio stamped on the machined flat.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-21-2023, 12:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 518
Posted By Alec300SD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8ayxido5tc&ab_cha...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8ayxido5tc&ab_channel=TrevorEzell
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-12-2023, 11:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,940
Posted By Alec300SD
With everything you replaced, I can only suggest...

With everything you replaced, I can only suggest that it may be the front springs and perhaps the rubber buffers.

Springs do fatigue over time.
As the rubber buffers age they will lose their...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-27-2022, 01:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 564
Posted By Alec300SD
The fuel tank valve (2014760232) allows the fuel...

The fuel tank valve (2014760232) allows the fuel tank to breathe - letting in air as fuel is pumped out, and letting heated air in the tank out when it expands.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-26-2022, 07:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 564
Posted By Alec300SD
Kink or internal blockage in the fuel line to...

Kink or internal blockage in the fuel line to fuel tank valve.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-08-2022, 02:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,048
Posted By Alec300SD
I believe the 3 wires by the lock are for the...

I believe the 3 wires by the lock are for the burglary alarm system.
It looks like the assembly is covered by a metal shield that is attached to the interior of the door by 3 small (8mm??) screws.
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-26-2022, 12:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 912
Posted By Alec300SD
It is a filter made of stone. See post # 2 in...

It is a filter made of stone.
See post # 2 in the attached thread for more info.

https://forum.w116.org/mechanicals/correct-power-steering-filter/
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-05-2022, 02:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,118
Posted By Alec300SD
https://www.iauto.lt/images/cache/EPC_GraphicsData...

https://www.iauto.lt/images/cache/EPC_GraphicsData/2/47/247029d650953a734daa09e458fb3469-480x319.gif

A seat cushion (Item 5) is made of 3 separate parts: a seat cushion frame, a pad, and a cover....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-03-2022, 03:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 625
Posted By Alec300SD
Lock nuts for ball sockets, and glow plug wire...

Lock nuts for ball sockets, and glow plug wire connections.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-03-2022, 12:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 957
Posted By Alec300SD
Thanks matureo, I tried to find the farbcode site...

Thanks matureo, I tried to find the farbcode site earlier (but forgot the url), because you can click on the link on each color in the table and see and an actual car in that color.

The 355...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2022, 11:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,118
Posted By Alec300SD
Seat cushion = seat cushion frame (aka spring...

Seat cushion = seat cushion frame (aka spring box) + pad + cover.
New seat cushion frame part number = A1269101222 (prior 116, 123, 126 versions NLA or NOS).

Any seat cushion from a DS or PS...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2022, 09:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 957
Posted By Alec300SD
You may be able to find a paper slip with the...

You may be able to find a paper slip with the build codes under the seat cushions.
Otherwise you can order a (no longer free) copy of the build sheet from the classic center.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2022, 08:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 957
Posted By Alec300SD
Looks like Silver Blue Metallic DB-930 (Dupont...

Looks like Silver Blue Metallic DB-930 (Dupont W7943) from the Dupont chart.
https://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/colour_swatch_mercedes_1984
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2022, 02:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By Alec300SD
Try adjusting the idle adjustment screw with...

Try adjusting the idle adjustment screw with linkage removed.

The linkage being attached may have prevented the idle to drop to a lower rpm level.
Steps #2 through #9 on the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-01-2022, 01:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By Alec300SD
Did you remove the linkage connected to the IP...

Did you remove the linkage connected to the IP when you adjusted the idle screw?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-30-2022, 12:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By Alec300SD
The base idle setting in the IP was okay prior...

The base idle setting in the IP was okay prior to the engine rebuild.
Now the base idle is a bit too high for no load conditions, allowing idle hunting that can reach breakaway idle speed that the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-28-2022, 06:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,048
Posted By Alec300SD
The screws that need to be removed are at the...

The screws that need to be removed are at the wire termination.

IIRC there is also a reusable MB zip tie that secures the harness to the interior of the door.
(Or the harness may route through a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-27-2022, 03:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,048
Posted By Alec300SD
The harness with the braided cover is the power...

The harness with the braided cover is the power feed for the electric window motor.
They attach to the junction block at the bottom of the door.

Unscrew the Philips head screws at the junction...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-13-2022, 10:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,204
Posted By Alec300SD
Possibly restricted oil cooler passages. ...

Possibly restricted oil cooler passages.

When I had my radiators out to be re-cored, I also had the oil coolers cleaned.
Both oil coolers were over 50% blocked.
When the oil thermostat opens,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-11-2022, 03:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,262
Posted By Alec300SD
Yes, plastic end tanks on radiators (and...

Yes, plastic end tanks on radiators (and intercoolers) don't make sense for parts longevity.

My new DD, 'Kjetteri', developed a mystery coolant leak with a tiny bit of foam in the coolant...
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