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Forum: Diesel Discussion

10-14-2009, 06:45 PM

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240D Exhaust Gasket

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Problems Solved!

I replaced the exhaust manifold with a good one from a junkyard. No more cracked manifold and the flange under the hood is almost leak free. I can't believe how much quieter the car is now. And for...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-30-2009, 01:42 PM

Replies: 12

240D Exhaust Gasket

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Posted By Skippy

Piston and Diaphragm Pumps Are Not 100% Interchangeable

I found two diaphragm pumps in the junkyard, but both were too stuck to get off the donor cars. I settled for a piston pump instead. The install went pretty well until I tried to tighten the power...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-27-2009, 11:42 PM

Replies: 12

240D Exhaust Gasket

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Posted By Skippy

The exhaust leak is on hold for the moment. I've...

The exhaust leak is on hold for the moment. I've confirmed a vacuum pump failure. The diaphragm is busted. In addition to no vacuum, I've also got oil going through the hole in the diaphragm, through...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-22-2009, 11:16 PM

Replies: 12

240D Exhaust Gasket

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Posted By Skippy

I finally took it apart and looked. I didn't find...

I finally took it apart and looked. I didn't find excessive corrosion on the exhaust pipe, any holes, or anything missing. I did notice that the pipe is held rather firmly by the hanger at the back...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-17-2009, 11:12 PM

Replies: 12

240D Exhaust Gasket

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Posted By Skippy

Understood. Where I'm currently staying wrenching...

Understood. Where I'm currently staying wrenching is technically against the rules but small amounts are tolerated. I can use the hobby shop on the other end of the island, but I'd have to drive...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-17-2009, 10:38 PM

Replies: 12

240D Exhaust Gasket

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Posted By Skippy

It's the flange. The manifold leak was between...

It's the flange. The manifold leak was between the #3 and #4 cylinders. I checked by starting the engine and putting my hand over the area. The manifold isn't leaking anymore, but the flange is...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-16-2009, 05:03 PM

Replies: 12

240D Exhaust Gasket

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Posted By Skippy

I started reading the tutorial for the epc. I may...

I started reading the tutorial for the epc. I may subscribe in a day or two. How well does it work on SLOW internet connections?

Forum: Diesel Discussion

08-15-2009, 06:22 PM

Replies: 12

240D Exhaust Gasket

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Posted By Skippy

240D Exhaust Gasket

I have an exhaust leak on the 240D. It's coming from the joint between the exhaust manifold and the first section of pipe in the exhaust system. I think there's a gasket that goes in that connection,...

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