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Originally Posted by jblackbu
Hello, I'm new to the MB world, but I been working on Volvos for years. I've just purchased a 1985 380SE w/ 158k. I believe it's been sitting since March. I looking for advice on how to get this car back to regalur duty?
The paint looks a little tired, but Im sure with a good wash and wax it should be ok.
One thing, I have noticed is that it smokes a little-bit after starting... any ideas?
Suggestions, and ideas?
thx in advance.
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Changing the oil never hurts but I suggest that you pull the valve cover off of the left head and check the timming chain guides. If they have grooves or look brittle change the chain and upper guides. When they break the chain jumps and pistons and valves find a new way to interact. Mine wasn't pretty. I did the labor and it cost me about $900 and several months of driving a BMW. Boo!
dan