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Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-06-2017, 01:24 PM

Replies: 232

A journey into the the infamous Om642 oil cooler leak!

Views: 330,040

Posted By lespigpen

Great info and pics!!

Just picked up an 08 GL 320 CDI, 98k and supposed dealer service. I am changing oil, air and fuel filters respectively. Just a few quick ??s
Can I use my MBII icarsoft for the adaptation relearn for...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-07-2016, 06:08 PM

Replies: 6

606 feed return lines

Views: 712

Posted By lespigpen

Thanks for the quick reply! What size is it?

Thanks for the quick reply!
What size is it?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

03-07-2016, 02:59 PM

Replies: 6

606 feed return lines

Views: 712

Posted By lespigpen

606 feed return lines

Great site learned a lot
Got my 98 E300D with 185k on the clock is getting a fresh set of glows. Car was meticulously dealer maintained. All clear lines look new and banjo bolt as well. No leaks. ...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-08-2015, 03:21 PM

Replies: 9

what's the easiest way to remove 126 front seats

Views: 904

Posted By lespigpen

On some early 126 seats there are square fittings...

On some early 126 seats there are square fittings located on the motors outside the seat facing the door. You can use a drill with a flexible extension and a square bit to activate the motor. Thus...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-29-2015, 03:06 PM

Replies: 11

JTC Auto Tools 1801 spring compressor, anyone use one?

Views: 1,563

Posted By lespigpen

Ditto junk and Otto! Have used the tool for all...

Ditto junk and Otto!
Have used the tool for all springs on my 84 SD. Replaced with lesfordors AND BILSTEINS hd units. Tool seems safe and easy to manipulate in place, after a learning curve that...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-18-2015, 09:24 AM

Replies: 18

99 E300 transmission shot - Suggestions needed please

Views: 2,088

Posted By lespigpen

I second the conductor plate. The build up of...

I second the conductor plate. The build up of fine contaiiments cause the solenoids on the plate to malfunction this disabling the vehicle.
When left to sit for a period of time, the contaiiments...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-29-2015, 01:42 PM

Replies: 17

primary fuel filter change washer?

Views: 1,939

Posted By lespigpen

To add. I think the changeover to the single...

To add. I think the changeover to the single crush washer to the dual o ringed primary filter bolt was 84-85. Above info is spot on!

Forum: Diesel Discussion

07-17-2015, 02:16 PM

Replies: 35

any additives you've used and recommended?

Views: 5,627

Posted By lespigpen

2 stroke oil. Super tech from Walmart. Raises...

2 stroke oil. Super tech from Walmart. Raises cetane makes up the lowered sulphur diesel lubricity. It outperformed many additives in an independent lab that did the results on a diesel truck forum....

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-23-2015, 02:11 PM

Replies: 46

Write up - Ball Joints & Lower Control Arm Bushings & Tool Review (PICS!)

Views: 34,599

Posted By lespigpen

Hey VS I THINK 100$? I paid. Ck eBay.

Hey VS

I THINK 100$? I paid.
Ck eBay.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-23-2015, 02:09 PM

Replies: 46

Write up - Ball Joints & Lower Control Arm Bushings & Tool Review (PICS!)

Views: 34,599

Posted By lespigpen

Have done this job last summer. Posted pics in BW...

Have done this job last summer. Posted pics in BW on my 84SD 177k

Great work body art! I am pretty sure the special BJ PRESS tool will work on 140s also. Idid this all with new HD...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-20-2015, 01:27 PM

Replies: 32

om617 black smoke at idle

Views: 6,309

Posted By lespigpen

Valve lash , sorry.

Valve lash , sorry.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-20-2015, 01:26 PM

Replies: 32

om617 black smoke at idle

Views: 6,309

Posted By lespigpen

Recheck your valvash

Recheck your valvash

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-03-2015, 12:19 PM

Replies: 11

Wheel balancing weights

Views: 1,226

Posted By lespigpen

I have 14" bundts restored on my 84 SD that were...

I have 14" bundts restored on my 84 SD that were manually mounted and bubble balanced by myself; got one of those Northern tool manual tire mounts. Works great.
Used the stick on weights on the...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-21-2015, 04:57 PM

Replies: 121

Existential cold start question

Views: 7,591

Posted By lespigpen

All great advice above. Bought my 84SD WITH...

All great advice above.
Bought my 84SD WITH 157k, adjusted valves and all new filters
And such. Never had problems with cold starting until this winter.
Now 174k and trouble with cold starts....

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-30-2014, 04:25 PM

Replies: 26

Jacking up the W126 300SD for Transmission Removal

Views: 4,809

Posted By lespigpen

All good advice. Vs is spot on. I done this...

All good advice. Vs is spot on. I done this several times and if
Done again, I would withdraw the engine and trans a pair. Probably less time
And expense/safer. IMHO
Good luck!

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-30-2014, 01:49 PM

Replies: 136

I'm back in a big way, 1984 300SD with treasure trove in trunk

Views: 23,926

Posted By lespigpen

Great find, sir! $?

Great find, sir! $?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

12-04-2014, 02:34 PM

Replies: 61

Let's see what I've gotten myself into - 97 E300D

Views: 8,751

Posted By lespigpen

Nice read, pics Allen!

Nice read, pics Allen!

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-20-2014, 02:30 PM

Replies: 26

tool question

Views: 2,940

Posted By lespigpen

I second the channel locks. Did the same job on...

I second the channel locks. Did the same job on two other 126s.
The last one on my 84 SD. Use a lg screwdriver to jam the prop shaft
And put the flats on the channel locks on the nut then remove. ...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-04-2014, 03:17 PM

Replies: 20

300sd doors won't unlock

Views: 2,233

Posted By lespigpen

The pull cord trick requires another person to...

The pull cord trick requires another person to manipulate the
Lock while another has tension o the wife. It's in the manual
I think.

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-03-2014, 03:41 PM

Replies: 20

300sd doors won't unlock

Views: 2,233

Posted By lespigpen

I also have an 84SD. AND replaced the compressor...

I also have an 84SD. AND replaced the compressor motor In the trunk.
If you get the trunk opened, use your vaccum tool on the line going to the compressor
Motor to see if all your locks pull down....

Forum: Diesel Discussion

11-03-2014, 03:32 PM

Replies: 20

300sd doors won't unlock

Views: 2,233

Posted By lespigpen

The emergency trunk cord is on the drivers side...

The emergency trunk cord is on the drivers side under the rear seat.
Remove the rear seat and look for a thin wire with a red ring
On the end. Your lock system is solely dependant on the...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-27-2014, 05:10 PM

Replies: 29

universal joint on 85 300 SD

Views: 3,784

Posted By lespigpen

Perrylawn power equipment, I think. Just south of...

Perrylawn power equipment, I think. Just south of Baltimore
Harley Davidson on rt 40. I paid about 150$ out the door. They
Even painted it and put an alignment sticker on the yoke so I could...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-25-2014, 07:39 PM

Replies: 29

universal joint on 85 300 SD

Views: 3,784

Posted By lespigpen

911 is spot on. Did this myself only to discover...

911 is spot on. Did this myself only to discover the u joint is noN
Serviceable per MB. found a local driveshaft shop in Baltimore to
Weld and balance a new joint in. It too had slight...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

09-25-2014, 07:30 PM

Replies: 5

85sd Drive Line Parts ?

Views: 781

Posted By lespigpen

2nd and 3rd on lemforder ! Be cautious of uro, ha!

2nd and 3rd on lemforder ! Be cautious of uro, ha!

Forum: Diesel Discussion

06-14-2014, 04:04 PM

Replies: 4

What attaches to this heat shield?

Views: 858

Posted By lespigpen

Maybe on the firewall in the vicinity of the...

Maybe on the firewall in the vicinity of the turbo?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-29-2014, 04:50 AM

Replies: 38

W126 lower ball joint installation tool

Views: 9,003

Posted By lespigpen

I have this tool. Got a 20 ton press from harbor...

I have this tool. Got a 20 ton press from harbor freight also.
Posted pics on BW. The tool comes with a large punch to remove
The joints also. Works great BTW. 84 300SD

Forum: Diesel Discussion

05-04-2014, 06:10 PM

Replies: 21

Shoot me now but I think the OM602 is a better engine than the OM617

Views: 7,767

Posted By lespigpen

I'll agree to the v belts. You have to have a...

I'll agree to the v belts. You have to have a sequence to remove and tighten these for sure. And, serpentine belts are great.
I'll also add that my 84 SD is having ac issues on my compressor not...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-23-2014, 05:56 PM

Replies: 15

1983/1984 300SD: MPH for RPM

Views: 3,514

Posted By lespigpen

84 300SD, 162k. Average honest mpg 28-30,...

84 300SD, 162k. Average honest mpg 28-30, respectively

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-23-2014, 05:54 PM

Replies: 15

1983/1984 300SD: MPH for RPM

Views: 3,514

Posted By lespigpen

Been running 2900rpm for 65mph, 3200-3300for...

Been running 2900rpm for 65mph, 3200-3300for 72mph.
Ran 90mph at just under 4000 for 20miles ( running late for work)
All with 3.07 and 205x14 bundts tires/wheels. All correct with gps

Forum: Diesel Discussion

04-03-2014, 08:11 AM

Replies: 18

we're subframe removal 1985 Mercedes 300sd

Views: 1,904

Posted By lespigpen

Great pics! Especially the supervisor with the...

Great pics!
Especially the supervisor with the cold one.

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