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Old 09-28-2004, 10:06 PM
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Storage ? on 240D

I've just become the owner of my first MB a 1978 240D. I've been using this forum to educate myself on these cars and it has been a great help and I know I will be posting in the future. Now my question. This car has been sitting for 2yrs prior to my ownership, the only thing that I'm aware of that was done prior to storage was some fuel stabilizer. Its an auto trans with 118K miles and was running fine before storage. What do I need to do before I try starting it. Thanks for any input.

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Old 09-28-2004, 10:47 PM
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Lightbulb pre start oil prime the engine.

After two years, the oil journals and galleys will be drained dry.
Here is a simple way:
Remove the oil pressure sensor, use one of the bleeders in this thread, but use SAE 30.
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=103226

Very cheap pre oiler to save wear on the bearings...
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Old 09-29-2004, 11:25 AM
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Thanks

Thanks for the info and any additional help would be much appreciated.
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Old 09-29-2004, 10:01 PM
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Question Please describe storage?

In a barn, in a heated garage, with battery in or out, setting on tires or jack stands, tires flat or inflated now, car cover???
Fifty AMP or higher battery charger and correct new battery.
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Old 09-30-2004, 09:21 PM
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Just under a covered awning. Not on jack stands, tires are inflated. Battery not removed. The vehicle has driving fine one day and then just turned off. Person stated that they had used a fuel stabilizer but I seriously doubt that.
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Old 09-30-2004, 09:37 PM
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Ouch.

Hello settle10
New battery, new tires, new air filter, bio bomb the tank, get it started, warm it up to normal operating temp = 80C, turn off, then very close inspection of V belts, radiator + hoses and oil level + any oil leaks.

The battery will be junk, the tires are flat spotted from setting, the air filter is not worth trusting.
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Old 09-30-2004, 10:44 PM
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Change the oil before you drive it! It is probably sludge. I would replace the tires to, I don't trust unknown tires.
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Old 10-01-2004, 10:00 AM
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bio bomb?

I understand all of the recommendations but wanted to clarify on the "bio bomb". I was planning on taking the fuel tank out and making sure that nothing was in it that might cause a problem in startup. I'm assuming "bio bombing" might address the same problem, could you please explain this procedure.

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I would think that removing the tank would be overkill. Imagine your disappointment if it had a quart of clean Diesel in it.

I think I would open the drain to the tank and run some fuel into a clear jar and look for signs of algae.

If there were, you could hit it with some algaecide and add a bit more fuel. If it had no algae you are probably good to go.
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Old 10-01-2004, 05:47 PM
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Lots of reading for you.

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I understand all of the recommendations but wanted to clarify on the "bio bomb". I was planning on taking the fuel tank out and making sure that nothing was in it that might cause a problem in startup. I'm assuming "bio bombing" might address the same problem, could you please explain this procedure.

Thanks,
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Fixed the link again.

Algae/Fungus fixation...
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=138733

Braided fuel lines weep. 1984 300TD turbo
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=158107

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

300SD Fuel Filter Replacement Instructions
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=105344

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

W123 Fuel Tank Screen Replacement
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=199206

Recommended diesel fuel additives?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1298228

fuel additives
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=179712

Additives
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=589420

Diesel Engine Additives (Fuel, Oil, Trans, Brake, etc.)
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=1607735

Why Put Transmission Fluid In Diesel Tank?
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=304476

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Old 10-01-2004, 10:47 PM
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Search on the topic

I'm either missing something or don't understand but I don't see anything that links to a search on the topic. I'll try and search on the topic. Also wasn't aware that the tank could be drained.

Thanks for the info.
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Fixed it

don't know what happened, deleted and pasted the link again.
It works now.
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There is a drainplug on the bottom of the tank. Both my Diesels have one, and it is my impression that all MB cars have one.

It is also possible to take out the fuel through where the strainer plugs in. The strainer is a screen-type filter in your tank that is the first line of defense against algae in the tank. If there is algae, you will see it here after the fuel has been flowing to the motor for even a little while.

The strainer is removed with a rather large Allen wrench, or perhaps some clever tool easily fabricated from a bolt head, Do a search on "algae", "tank filter", "tank strainer" and I am sure you will find a lot of useful info.
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Question Hijacking for a question

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Old 10-02-2004, 09:27 PM
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fuel tank screen

Search this forum for "screen in tank." There's some good information.

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