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Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-21-2020, 10:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 450
Posted By michael_j_brown
Thank you for the detailed response and I’ve answered some of the questions below

I will see if there is a good AC shop around and I’ll have them take a look at the vehicle
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-21-2020, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 450
Posted By michael_j_brown
Assistance with AC Issue.

I’m working on the AC of my 83 300D. I’ve had the car for several years and the AC has never worked since I owned it. This weekend I installed a brand new compressor, receiver dryer, expansion...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-14-2017, 10:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 570
Posted By michael_j_brown
This is excellent information!!!! Some of this...

This is excellent information!!!! Some of this has been done but there are specific steps here that have not and I will take tonight.

Sorry about my attitude when I posted this last night...I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-14-2017, 08:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 570
Posted By michael_j_brown
I read that it takes very little pressure about...

I read that it takes very little pressure about 10 psi to move or open that wastegate And that you can hear it open. I was messing around with that angle and was never able to hear anything coming...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2017, 11:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 570
Posted By michael_j_brown
Wastegate diaphragm photo

Wastegate diaphragm photo I took this evening
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2017, 11:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 570
Posted By michael_j_brown
Yes, the engine will rev freely while in park or...

Yes, the engine will rev freely while in park or neutral. I actually adjusted the IP timing to factory spec, one drip per second and that seems to be working perfectly.

I took the cover off of...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2017, 11:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 570
Posted By michael_j_brown
Yes, brand new primary and secondary fuel filters...

Yes, brand new primary and secondary fuel filters were installed. Also, I drive an 83 300 D almost every day so I’m very familiar with the way they operate and sound and how the turbo reacts . I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2017, 10:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 570
Posted By michael_j_brown
Help diagnosing multiple engine issues

Hey guys,

I purchased an 85 300 D that set under a tree for 10 years. I’ve spent months getting it to run. I know some of you reading this are familiar with this car already.

First of all, I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2017, 08:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,232
Posted By michael_j_brown
I admit it… I’m in over my head with this car

I’ve blown four months of my life screwing around with this one particular car. Granted, I did get the engine running but the turbo is completely dead it’s slower than an 80-year-old riding a bicycle...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2017, 01:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,232
Posted By michael_j_brown
One thing I did want to mention... The first time...

One thing I did want to mention... The first time I fired up the engine after installing the rebuilt turbo, I heard it spool up, it sounded normal. That's the last time I heard the turbo. I wonder...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2017, 01:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,232
Posted By michael_j_brown
That's the first thing i am going to do when I...

That's the first thing i am going to do when I get home, come up with a way to test this gauge. It's brand new, this is the first time I've used it.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2017, 01:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,232
Posted By michael_j_brown
yes, I have the pressure gauge in the cabin with...

yes, I have the pressure gauge in the cabin with me... absolutely zero... like there is not even a turbo on the car. When I get home from work I am going to start running down the list of everyone's...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-12-2017, 10:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,232
Posted By michael_j_brown
I do have my boost gauge hooked up to the...

I do have my boost gauge hooked up to the threaded port on the side of the manifold. I bet you are correct about the waste gate is either stuck or way off. I will check that tomorrow when I get...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-12-2017, 09:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,232
Posted By michael_j_brown
I just went out there and ran rubber vacuum line...

I just went out there and ran rubber vacuum line as a temporary fix as you described. I also found another post dealing with this issue:
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-12-2017, 08:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,232
Posted By michael_j_brown
Im going to order replacement tubing for the...

Im going to order replacement tubing for the ALDA. It is holding vacuum
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-12-2017, 08:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,232
Posted By michael_j_brown
Turbo ALDA over boost switch question

85 w123

Hey guys I am confused on a number of items regarding the turbo charger. I have not heard the turbo spool up and just put a pressure gauge on and verified there is zero boost pressure. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-11-2017, 11:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
Checked the Modulator Pressure... way off

I verified the modulator was holding vacuum then checked the pressure.... way off. Adjusted it down to factory spec 42 psi. Transmission is way better but 1st gear still jerks a little but not as...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-11-2017, 11:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
6 to 7 quarts of additional contaminated fluid came out before it ran clean

85 w123 300D

6 to 7 quarts of additional contaminated fluid came out before it ran clean... very very surprising that so much fluid is in the system. In case anyone else runs into this situation...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-10-2017, 10:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
Thanks!

I am very glad to see it run!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-10-2017, 10:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
modulator

I replaced the vacuum connection at the modulator early this afternoon and while I was at it, I replaced most of the vacuum connectors in the engine.

Yes, I have 3 of these cars and I drive an 83...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-10-2017, 10:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
Wow

wow, it will be interesting to see what happens after it sits for a few days
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-10-2017, 09:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
Update to water in transmission issue

This procedure worked perfectly and I’m happy to report I took the car for its first Drive in 10 years today. I have attached a photo I took while fueling up at the gas station.

The...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-08-2017, 10:31 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
Thanks!!!

Thanks!!!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-08-2017, 12:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
I am going to do this procedure but I have one...

I am going to do this procedure but I have one question. I know you said put 3 quarts in to start with. I emptied the transmission fluid from the pan and have not put any more in yet. Will the 3...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-07-2017, 08:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
3 drains and 5 1/2 gallons of ATF... still like water...is this normal?

I’ve attached a photo of what’s coming out of the car. At first I thought even though I replaced the radiator and all the lines somehow water was still getting into the transmission but I verified...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-06-2017, 12:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By michael_j_brown
Thanks everyone for this excellent input.

Thanks everyone for this excellent input.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-06-2017, 12:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By michael_j_brown
Titan ATF 3353 alternative?

I’ve been using Titan ATF 3353 in my cars. I’m ordering it from pelican parts and of course it takes several days to get here. Since I’m going to have to drain the transmission fluid in my car I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-06-2017, 12:05 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
I did drain the torque converter when I...

I did drain the torque converter when I originally drained the old contaminated fluid.

Ok this is exactly what I am doing and yes it’s got a brand new radiator.

Thanks for the advice
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-05-2017, 11:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,220
Posted By michael_j_brown
I learned how to set the injection pump timing ...

I learned how to set the injection pump timing and discovered that saying it was way off would be an understatement. Best I can tell about 14° off… Fuel just pouring out of the drip tube I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-05-2017, 11:01 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,276
Posted By michael_j_brown
Radiator went South mixed with transmission fluid question

I finally have the engine running pretty darn good on my 85 300 D. The car sat for a decade and I discovered that the radiator and coolant mixed. I replace the radiator and all of the hoses and...
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