vintage lessons 1965 190Dc maintenance - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

engatwork · #1 04-21-2005, 07:55 PM

Man, did I learn a lesson earlier this week. I called the dealer and asked them to put together all the filters I need for the 190Dc. Got em in and man I was floored because of the costs of the air filter. I said well heck, I'll go ahead and change it out and then get my industrial supply rep to find me one the same size. I never dreamed I had an oil bath unit until I went to change the filter - what a surprise

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Anybody got a W110 book for sale?

My hot rod buddies want me to put a SBC in it

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Palangi · #2 04-21-2005, 08:14 PM

Believe it or not, the oil bath filter element has a scheduled replacement interval, although nobody ever changes it. Clean the element in solvent and let it dry. Clean the slop out of the bottom of the filter cannister and refill to the arrow mark with engine oil.

Be sure to have the video camera running when you change the oil filter for the first time. If the engine mounts are completely collapsed, you might have to jack the engine up to change it.

You might still be able to find a Clymer book on the 110 chassis if you look online for used books. There is a big used book store not far from me. I will have a look next time I go by there.

engatwork · #3 04-21-2005, 08:26 PM

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Be sure to have the video camera running when you change the oil filter for the first time.

What does this mean

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I picked up the seal and a new nut for the input shaft on the differential. After I picked up the nut I stopped by the SnapOn mans truck to try to purchase the special socket for the nut and found out it is discontinued.
Thankfully I have a friend who runs a machine shop that can make me a tool to remove it. The rear differential is pouring oil out of this seal. I'll change it when I get the tool.

Palangi · #4 04-21-2005, 09:01 PM

The oil filter is on the lower front of the engine, not in a particularly convenient location. The cannister is held on by a bolt through the bottom. Loosen the bolt, when it decides to let go, oil will gush out all at once. It will run up your sleeve right to your armpit. (This is especially fun when it's hot). The trick is to loosen the bolt just enough to get a dribble started and go have a beer while the cannister drains. Pick up a spare or 2 of the oil filter disks. Normally you just clean and re-use, but you need a spare in case it gets damaged.

I have a Clymer 115 book which shows it on a 220D which is basically the same. I will dig it up and scan the appropriate drawings for you.

cth350 · #5 04-21-2005, 10:07 PM

Get the correct service manual off ebay. You can't beat it. Look for the "service manual, passenger cars starting 1959". It can be anywhere from 20$ to 100$ depending on the day of the week and hour of the day. -CTH

KCM · #6 04-28-2005, 11:34 PM

Don't go to the dealer for the oil filter, go to your local auto parts store. The filter for the OM621.912 engine (which your 1965 190DC should have) is the same as the late '40's and early '50's Ford 226CI flathead engine. Should be a lot cheaper than the dealer.