Quote:
Originally Posted by holgatelbi
I'm a neebie here & new to MB diesel (6 months). Coming from BMW e28 535i backround, I'm relearning how to drive PATIENTLY. I have an '81 240d, stick, manual everthing w/ 236k miles that has alot of the above symptoms. I've put approx 15k highway miles on her since purchase in 2/11. 214 miles a day on highway, I've lost 2 mpg, down from 28 to 26 hgwy avg, and it seems alot noisier (nailing?) I was not pleased w/ 28 mpg hgwy (no air & 70 mph cruise) now I'm down to 26.
Car was MB serviced until 2 yrs ago & I've got the records. Nothing shows injectors or timing chain replacement. I bought it w/ intention to convert to Veg oil, but have not.
Concerns:
1. Should I replace the injectors as a regular service item?
2. Replace or adjust timing chain?
3. Have injection timing checked/changed?
Items done:
1. 4 new CV joints in rear.
2. Redline gear oil in rear.
3. Redline MTL in gearbox
4. All new glows
5. Valve adjustment & cover gasket
6. New return lines from injectors
Any help will be appreciated, as I'll likely have to find/pay a mechanic here in FL to do the work. I Don't feel I have appropriate tools & diesel knowledge, though I'm pretty proficient with a wrench.
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Answer:
NO....... 1. Should I replace the injectors as a regular service item?
Replace it...... 2. Replace or adjust timing chain?
Doubtful, your MPG was OK..... 3. Have injection timing checked/changed?
Items done:
Did you use a reamer to clean the holes??? 4. All new glows
If the locking nuts are worn out/failed = they need to be replaced and adjusted again.... 5. Valve adjustment & cover gasket
Here is where I start on every diesel that is new to me..
Algae/Fungus fixation...
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=138733
Biobor, what is it, why do I need it???
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=723857
Filters, Fungus, Biocide, etc.
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=823378
Algae Clogged Filter Pic StarTron WORKS !
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=138728
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Here is some educational information for you..
Diesel owners need to know fuel data
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=205368
Emptying the fuel tank
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=205878
Why do I have vacuum in my diesel tank.....................?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=217628
Fuel Tank Light
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=71819
Fuel Gauge and Sending Unit threads
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=190632
Fuel Sender 85 300D- Cleaned (Pics)
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=189366
MB diesel filtration, how it works.
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1055075
fuel filter change
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=824006
Diesel filters, no tank strainers please.
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1046422&posted=1
Primary filter melted by biodiesel?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=213712
I'm baffled and at wit's end!?!?!?!?!
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=138961
300SD Fuel Filter Replacement Instructions
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=105344
240D fuel tank removal and cleaning
Good for any W123 sedan.
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=813925
Check out this fuel pickup screen
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=140961
W123 Fuel Tank Screen Replacement
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=199206
Valve adjustment OM615, 616, 617 FYI.
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=107729
Diesel Timing Chain Links Thread
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1251434
Run away diesel, why does it happen?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=101404
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Inline diesel Injection Pumps
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=296400
Italian Tune up
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1095223
Strong nailing
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=74137
Delivery Valve Leak issues thread
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=227463
Injector +
Heat shield +
Nozzle, Prechamber + Collar and
Nailing. LINK THREAD
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=211750
Fuel only dribbles from removed injector line when cranking at WOT
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=2684156
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Drip Timing Threads
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=197093
Help: What oil goes into Injector Pump??
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=217522
Diesel Injection Pump Timing Device threads
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=239595
OM616/617 Injection Pump.
How to adjust the Naturally Aspirated Injection Pump.
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=678986
'75 240 D M-style IP Theory - Help!
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=532895
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http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=141323
IP Timing
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=150375
Setting timing with IP lock tool.... Why won't the plunger set?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=83763
Adjusting injection pump timing without setting cam timing
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1077248
Injector pump timing
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1310290
Diesel Timing Chain Link Thread
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1251434
IP Destroying Injectors, GP, and Prechamber? [long]
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=170615
Fuel injection pump starvation with good a good lift pump
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=2133911
Fuel pressure relief valve adjustment
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=234609
lift pump test
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=277893
fuel pressure
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=2156755
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