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meltedpanda
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
04-20-2024, 08:57 PM
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Small running issues - 1971 250 / M130 engine
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is timing correct , dwell ? Vacuum advance...
is timing correct , dwell ?
Vacuum advance working correctly?
if these are good then I would look at the carbs, the 35/40 are tricky to sync, about a 7-8 step process if I recall ( I have it...
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
04-15-2024, 08:45 PM
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75 280S W116 windows don’t work after repaint
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meltedpanda
If I am following correctly , the motors work . ...
If I am following correctly , the motors work . It sounds to me that you have a short somewhere in the wiring , or a ground is missing.
I would try
Running a 12 v power and a ground from fuse...
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Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum
04-06-2024, 08:39 PM
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Timing Chain on 450SL
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meltedpanda
probably no need for many more miles, your first...
probably no need for many more miles, your first one went 144k but if you are concerned evaluate chain stretch ,easy to do , many videos on line
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
02-15-2024, 05:35 PM
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Ignition Condenser
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meltedpanda
Mine shorted out because I routed the wire wrong...
Mine shorted out because I routed the wire wrong during a distributor upgrade...
and .. I understand, I love Lucas products since I have been attending NHRA drags in indy , the cars are beasts...
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
02-15-2024, 05:04 PM
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Ignition Condenser
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meltedpanda
as always , good advice Graham, good to see you...
as always , good advice Graham, good to see you are still active! Funny thing, was cleaning out the shop today and ran across that old steering box - thought of you:)
back to the thread , had a...
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
02-08-2024, 10:38 AM
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Ignition Condenser
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634
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meltedpanda
yes check your resistor bars , on my Djet I...
yes check your resistor bars , on my Djet I replaced the old ignition with an electronic version, ended the gap/condenser issues . You may want to consider that . One issue with upgrade is that set...
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
01-09-2024, 09:46 AM
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73 450sl purchase question
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meltedpanda
That’s a little steep but sounds like a car worth...
That’s a little steep but sounds like a car worth bargaining for. Sounds like the major items have been done, but sitting is not good for any car. As mentioned need to see hear and feel how it...
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
01-03-2024, 03:25 PM
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1971 220
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meltedpanda
so cool to see this post I started has almost...
so cool to see this post I started has almost 91,000 views. So glad to see and hope it has helped many on their journey
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
12-18-2023, 01:59 PM
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Trunk has no holes for chrome handle?
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meltedpanda
they all had that trim
they all had that trim
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
12-01-2023, 07:48 PM
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'72 250 - can't get heater fan to work
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meltedpanda
unfortunately it sounds as though that is the...
unfortunately it sounds as though that is the problem
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
12-01-2023, 04:40 PM
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'72 250 - can't get heater fan to work
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meltedpanda
lets hope its not the fan , I have been told the...
lets hope its not the fan , I have been told the car is built around them lol. On my 72 220 I had an issue with the fan and it took me forever to get mine working, but it was "stuck" I managed to...
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
12-01-2023, 11:19 AM
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'72 250 - can't get heater fan to work
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861
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meltedpanda
have you checked the 12 v feed to the heater fan?
have you checked the 12 v feed to the heater fan?
Forum:
Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum
10-04-2023, 07:45 PM
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1973 450SL starts on Cold Valve Squirt then stalls
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meltedpanda
is that the internals, I have never seen a CSV...
is that the internals, I have never seen a CSV look like that
This is what they normally look like ...
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Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum
09-25-2023, 08:20 PM
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1973 450SL starts on Cold Valve Squirt then stalls
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meltedpanda
hmm , my 72 did not have a screen , can you post...
hmm , my 72 did not have a screen , can you post a picture of what you are looking for ?
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
08-23-2023, 08:23 PM
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Seat cushion compatibility in 123 vs 115
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meltedpanda
I would not bet on it ...what years ?
I would not bet on it ...what years ?
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
06-15-2023, 10:38 PM
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1972 W114 250 - losing my brake pedal at idle
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1,520
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meltedpanda
Great. I love happy endings!
Great. I love happy endings!
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
06-15-2023, 09:26 PM
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1972 W114 250 - losing my brake pedal at idle
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meltedpanda
You sure are giving it your best shot - Im not...
You sure are giving it your best shot - Im not sure the grommets are meant to be reused, so could be your issue. Tightened evenly. with proper torque? The system should be able to handle 15 PSI...
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
06-04-2023, 08:35 AM
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1972 W114 250 - losing my brake pedal at idle
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meltedpanda
Agree. You should see no bubbles in the brake...
Agree. You should see no bubbles in the brake fluid reservoir and should be clear of bubbles when exiting ports . It can take time. But it will work out
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
06-01-2023, 05:38 PM
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Early 450SL fuel sending unit
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609
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meltedpanda
The older style are out there They are after...
The older style are out there They are after market I’ve not seen a conversion to the newer type
Forum:
Vintage Mercedes Forum
05-27-2023, 08:12 PM
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1972 W114 250 - losing my brake pedal at idle
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meltedpanda
I always bench bled , but its possible to do in...
I always bench bled , but its possible to do in car but I think you may be subject to air issues
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
05-27-2023, 01:02 PM
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1972 W114 250 - losing my brake pedal at idle
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meltedpanda
yes both , a proper line flush with refill ( old...
yes both , a proper line flush with refill ( old school procedure ) will need to be done , unless you have a mitty vac system
lightly tap all around the caliper brake line nuts using a small...
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
05-19-2023, 06:02 PM
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1972 W114 250 - losing my brake pedal at idle
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meltedpanda
Spray all connections with pb blaster or similar....
Spray all connections with pb blaster or similar. Let them soak
Forum:
Vintage Mercedes Forum
05-12-2023, 09:30 AM
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1972 W114 250 - losing my brake pedal at idle
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1,520
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meltedpanda
Do you have the ATE T50/26 Braking System Servo...
Do you have the ATE T50/26 Braking System Servo on that car? I'm thinking not but thought Id ask. if so ignore the rest of this message
It sounds like you have a master cylinder going bad or a...
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
05-08-2023, 08:16 PM
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W115 Spedo Cable Length
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630
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meltedpanda
Febi Speedometer Cable; 1310mm SKU:...
Febi Speedometer Cable; 1310mm
SKU: 1192968-1235420307 | 1235420307
Mercedes 240D, 280CE, 230
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Vintage Mercedes Forum
05-06-2023, 09:13 AM
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Smoking when hot
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687
Posted By
meltedpanda
I had that issue and it was a dropped valve guide...
I had that issue and it was a dropped valve guide , do as suggested - compression test and pull valve cover
Forum:
Vintage Mercedes Forum
04-28-2023, 09:41 AM
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1974 230 W115
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559
Posted By
meltedpanda
I have a lot of info on Stromberg carbs that may...
I have a lot of info on Stromberg carbs that may help. PM me your email
Forum:
Vintage Mercedes Forum
02-08-2023, 10:56 AM
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hand cranking after years of storage
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926
Posted By
meltedpanda
vacuum away debris, pull the plugs . spray or...
vacuum away debris, pull the plugs . spray or dump lubricant down the into the cylinder shafts , let it sit a day or so then turn clockwise as mentioned
Forum:
Vintage Mercedes Forum
12-19-2022, 08:17 PM
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'75 W115 240D Hazzards work but turn signal doesn't
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1,157
Posted By
meltedpanda
I like happy endings!
I like happy endings!
Forum:
Vintage Mercedes Forum
12-11-2022, 01:15 PM
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Injector hoses D-jet 4.5L
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2,023
Posted By
meltedpanda
Happy Holidays to you as well - hope things work...
Happy Holidays to you as well - hope things work out for you in the new year.
Doubt the box will move far from where it sits :)
Peace!
Forum:
Vintage Mercedes Forum
12-10-2022, 03:17 PM
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Injector hoses D-jet 4.5L
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2,023
Posted By
meltedpanda
yes as noted in my post as well, (#4) from first...
yes as noted in my post as well, (#4) from first hand experience !
Hey Graham! - still have that steering box for you ...
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