Hi. 1984 300td turbo. I'm purchasing parts. Not sure what the differences are between the more expensive ones than the cheaper ones. Is it a generic/brand name thing? I attached a picture of my shopping cart.

Also, I need to change my upper control arms. What exactly do I need to buy? I want to do both control arms. I seeing fr. control bushings, mounts, and kits... Not sure what I need. Do I need tie rods too?

Here is the list of things the expensive mechanic said I needed. Disregard the oil filter, stand, and air filter.

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I'd like to eventually do my own valve adjustments,check compression, check injectors, etc... What types of tools do I need to buy for that?

I apologize for all the newbie questions!

digi

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This is all easy DIY work.

Lee and I can answer your questions quicker on the phone.



Have a great day.

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That reads like a MAJOR rip off.

RUN away!

See above post.

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Yowsa!!!

I only looked up one part on your list, the transmission mount. It is listed at $214. This part purchased from All Parts Express on this site is under $19.

See post #2 and follow Roy's advise.

Richard

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It was good talking to you on the phone.

OMFG!!!! Can I keep that pic as an example of what NOT to pay? Holy Sh#t. Since you've talked to Roy, we know you're in good hands.

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X-2, Yikes!!! that is HIGH prices. that is more than your car is worth.

Stick around here and you won`t go wrong. there is someone to hold you hand now and then to keep you on the right path

Welcome to the forum.
Charlie

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1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

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It was great talking to you too Roy! Thanks everyone for your help! This community is amazing!

digi

If you put your location in your header, you might stumble onto some local help.

Richard

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85 300D 75K Anthracite Grey 0-60 in 13 seconds **For Sale**
84 300D 333K Black (The Velveteen Rabbit) 0-60 in 14 seconds
00 Toyota Sienna 208K (Sold)
15 Subaru Outback 43K
11 Subaru Outback 67K
98 Ford Taurus 100K (Gertie - Was Grandma's - drove it to church and shopping - really) Daughter's car now.
30 Model A Ford 2 Door Sedan (Sold) 0-60 in . . . Never reached 60