Thread: 79 300d smoke, trouble starting, loss of power
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Old 12-10-2007, 08:46 AM
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Originally Posted by toomany MBZ View Post
After the valve adjustment, do a compression test. Check color of oil. Perhaps a new head gasket is in order.


Yes I agree with toomany .....A diesel compression tester and a mighty-vac should be in every MB owners tool box.
The compression tester I have came from Harbor freight. Only around 25$ and comes with all the adapters to fit the older Mercedes Diesels. No it's not the highest quality tool in the world.... but it works well. Compression IS everything with a Diesel !!
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