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Re: 87 300D + Biodiesel = Safe?
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Originally posted by jmak124
Hey everyone, I'm planning to run a tank of biodiesel (B80 or B100 if possible) in my 87 300D. I don't recall any work done to the fuel system and wondering if it would be safe since I heard the biodiesel has an effect on the fuel lines. Furthermore, are there any BD stations in or near anaheim? Thanks in advanced.
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Most vehicles since the mid 80s are fine on biodiesel. They changed the rubber hoses to cater for ULSD in europe. So all later MBs should be happy on biodiesel
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Tony from West Oz.
Fatmobile 3 84 300D 295kkm Silver grey/Blue int. 2 tank WVO - Recipient of TurboDesel engine.
Josephine '82 300D 390kkm White/Palamino int.
Elizabeth '81 280E, sporting a '79 300D engine.
Lucille '87 W124 300D non-turbo 6 cylinder OM603, Pearl Grey with light grey interior
Various parts cars including 280E, 230C & 300D in various states of disassembly.
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