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JCDW124 · #16 01-16-2010, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by long-gone

If the line to it seems pretty clear and the distributor lines seem clean as well, I'd leave that end of it alone for now. Get the tank and pump end up to par put some gas in with a proportionate amount of techron (or equivalent) and see if it starts and idles well. You can probably expect it to idle a little rough like most of these cars do even when they're in roadworthy shape.

I don't advise taking it out on the open road until you've had a good inspection of the whole brake system. As someone previously mentioned, when the brake hoses, lines, rotors, calipers, etc. have been deemed satisfactory, or replaced as necessary, a flush of the brake fluid would indeed be a good idea.

Hopefully, if the head gasket leak isn't too severe yet, you can at least drive it just a little bit so you'll have some minimal expectation of how it should run and sound after you replace the head gasket. Be wary though, since these....

Good advice, thanks. As for the gas, I've never done anything less than Chevron in my cars. Hehehehehe. =). I can't wait for tax refund time, definitely going to take her in really soon for the head gasket fix. Just want to get this car running beautifully before school which means no job, hahaha.

I had another little quickie question too (last one I'll try!!!). When I took the tank out, I removed of course the main fuel line, but on the other side there were two smaller hoses connected. Any idea what those are for and what they lead to? :O

Ferdman · #17 01-16-2010, 06:36 AM

JCDW124, suggest you have a MB-trained tech verify the fuel pumps are toast before buying new ones since they cost about $250 each.

long-gone · #18 01-16-2010, 12:20 PM

I've never had my tank out but I'd assume that one of the two lines is a return line that comes back from the engine and the other is a vent line that goes up by the filler neck. Just a guess.

You're not going to do the head gasket yourself? Not that bad of a job, a great way to get to know the car and plenty of info about it here.

JCDW124 · #19 01-16-2010, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by long-gone

I've never had my tank out but I'd assume that one of the two lines is a return line that comes back from the engine and the other is a vent line that goes up by the filler neck. Just a guess.

You're not going to do the head gasket yourself? Not that bad of a job, a great way to get to know the car and plenty of info about it here.

Ahh, ok.
About the job, well to be honest I'm kind of scared at the thought of it. The most I've done is, well, the fuel system, belt accessories, fan clutch. I'm gonna do some research on it, see if it's something I can handle myself. I hate having to pay my mechanic for it (although he's really good pricewise). But hopefully I can do it.

JCDW124 · #20 01-16-2010, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Ferdman

JCDW124, suggest you have a MB-trained tech verify the fuel pumps are toast before buying new ones since they cost about $250 each.

I managed to find two for $220 total. Same parts. I figure since I have the money now, might as well just replace all that junk so I have peace of mind afterwards. lol. Otherwise I'd probably just spend all that money eating out or something.

strelnik · #21 01-16-2010, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Yak

Maybe use biodiesel as a solvent? I'd also disassemble whatever possible and try to clean first, replace only if needed.

If you do it all yourself, you will create a large amount of toxic sludge. Maybe a radiator shop can boil out your tank?

I unfortunately have a lot of experience with bad tanks, mostly diesel but many fintail. Go to Gas Tank Renu and get the works if you plan to keep the car because they give you a WRITTEN lifetime guarantee for the fuel tank as long as you do not run the car off the road or crush it in an accident, DIY repair etc.

It cost me 280.00 to get that done locally a couple years ago and they cut and replaced 30% of the tank. It was on a DS21 that was a lot less common than your tank, which will probably not need any welding etc.Only thing is: I removed and installed the tank to save money.

TnBob · #22 01-16-2010, 02:05 PM

Most radiator repair shops also will flush fuel tanks. Quick and easy for them to do it.