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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 07-24-2003, 02:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,510
Posted By 16vwannabe
Interesting. This reflects the same way that we...

Interesting. This reflects the same way that we break in piston aircraft engines. They actually reccommend a steady 75% power setting to keep the pressure up so the rings expand. So perhaps a...
Forum: Tech Help 07-14-2003, 08:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,069
Posted By 16vwannabe
190e heater core

Well, it looks(actually smells) like my heater core needs to be changed. So I called the dealer and they quoted $1200, although it might come out lower.
1. Is this a reasonable price, how much at...
Forum: Tech Help 07-08-2003, 12:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,133
Posted By 16vwannabe
Formula One is also excellent tint, and also has...

Formula One is also excellent tint, and also has a lifetime warranty. And a dealer locator on their website http://www.formulaone.com/

I got the 35% and it made a huge difference in the summer.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-01-2003, 09:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,530
Posted By 16vwannabe
How about a picture?

How about a picture?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 01-10-2003, 12:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,115
Posted By 16vwannabe
Just trying to understand the dynamics of this a...

Just trying to understand the dynamics of this a little better.
First of all, I wouldn't think there would be more compliance from longer lines, assuming the fluid is incompressible.
Secondly, ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 09-29-2002, 02:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,138
Posted By 16vwannabe
Performance brake pads...again

Going to need pads soon. I've been reading the archives but I have found a fair number of conflicting opinions on pads.
Currently have '91 190 with early 400e front brakes and Jurid pads. Love the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 09-29-2002, 12:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 884
Posted By 16vwannabe
hmmm my car makes a squealing noise when I turn...

hmmm my car makes a squealing noise when I turn and I'm pretty sure it's the tires:D
(sorry, couldn't resist)
Darryl
Forum: Tech Help 04-13-2002, 02:24 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 22,589
Posted By 16vwannabe
My trust in Mobil 1 has been somewhat diminished...

My trust in Mobil 1 has been somewhat diminished with all these marketing changes lately. I did find this in reference to the "3 synthetic fluids" in the tri-synthetic formulation....
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 03-01-2002, 05:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,093
Posted By 16vwannabe
Has anyone seen or used these rims? ...

Has anyone seen or used these rims?
http://www.mackinindustries.com/raysinfo.html
They claim 16lbs for 18x8.5
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 01-21-2002, 10:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,385
Posted By 16vwannabe
Now, did these explodes drop right in the rear...

Now, did these explodes drop right in the rear deck, or did you put them in the oddball plastic housing? I looked at a pair of Jensen's that I think might drop into the plastic housing.
Thanks
...
Forum: Tech Help 12-02-2001, 08:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 822
Posted By 16vwannabe
Well, seeing as how you can only buy the motor, I...

Well, seeing as how you can only buy the motor, I attacked the regulator with a drill. I drilled a hole right over the one screw that was inaccessible - thank you MB. Took the old motor out, popped...
Forum: Tech Help 12-01-2001, 05:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 822
Posted By 16vwannabe
190 front window motor

So, I'm trying to replace the motor in my regulator and the regulator just happens to be in the way. Great. Can anyone tell me how to get the last screw out without breaking some aluminum? It's...
Forum: Tech Help 09-19-2001, 12:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 928
Posted By 16vwannabe
window regulator or motor?

Well, I've had yet another power window fail, driver's side front. There is still voltage to the junction block just under the door handle, but no movement. I'm guessing it's just the motor that...
Forum: Tech Help 07-04-2001, 11:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,132
Posted By 16vwannabe
brake lines have to pass a DOT "whip test". They...

brake lines have to pass a DOT "whip test". They mount it in something and whip it back and forth so many times. Typical SS lines break at the joint. DOT legal lines usually have a plastic sleeve...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 06-27-2001, 01:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,855
Posted By 16vwannabe
I know this has been addressed by many people,...

I know this has been addressed by many people, but I don't think anyone mentioned reusing the stock plastic holders. I would like to do this because my rear deck isn't in the best of shape and I...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-27-2001, 01:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,190
Posted By 16vwannabe
Does anyone have a link for 3M tint? I'm heading...

Does anyone have a link for 3M tint? I'm heading down to Florida soon and plan to get my windows tinted too. I was also considering Formula One, it has a lifetime warranty.
Thanks
Darryl
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 06-18-2001, 11:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 963
Posted By 16vwannabe
I wonder if they will have a manual transmission...

I wonder if they will have a manual transmission capable of handling V8 torque? Or will they compete with an automatic?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 06-14-2001, 11:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,008
Posted By 16vwannabe
Well, he's got 4 piston calipers on there now. ...

Well, he's got 4 piston calipers on there now. I'm not sure of the piston size, but I would imagine the surface area is much bigger than stock 190 calipers. This might warrant a larger bore MC to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 06-13-2001, 11:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,258
Posted By 16vwannabe
Not sure if you can get it just like that, I'm...

Not sure if you can get it just like that, I'm sure getting the center section or hat anodized will add more to the cost. Check out this page for the 2 piece rotors....
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 06-13-2001, 12:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,258
Posted By 16vwannabe
uhhh.. that looks like a sweet 2 piece rotor on...

uhhh.. that looks like a sweet 2 piece rotor on hat design($$$$). The center section is most likely anodized. I have painted rotors before with high temp paint, they looked fine, but the paint...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 06-03-2001, 09:02 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,355
Posted By 16vwannabe
RE: 16valves

I used to have a Mustang and it wasn't exactly the greatest handling car out there. Then I drove a 16v, wow! Like driving a BMW, but had that solid MB feel, and watch out for that redline! Couldn't...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 06-02-2001, 11:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,355
Posted By 16vwannabe
Finally found a test. C&D 1991 300CE. They've got...

Finally found a test. C&D 1991 300CE. They've got it at 3500 lbs. It runs 0-60 in 7.7, the qtr in 16.1 at 89 mph. It doesn't list the final drive ratio though, I'm curious is it a 2.xx?
Darryl
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 05-30-2001, 11:11 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,355
Posted By 16vwannabe
I think it's great you're drag racing a Benz. ...

I think it's great you're drag racing a Benz. You will probably surprise some riceboys if there are any that you go against. I would guess it would run a mid to low 15 at close to 90mph, maybe even...
Forum: Tech Help 05-25-2001, 11:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,592
Posted By 16vwannabe
Heh, My Air pump is making quite a racket on...

Heh,
My Air pump is making quite a racket on start up too. I unplugged a connector but it didn't seem to do anything. So I'm assuming it requires power to disengage the clutch? What is the...
Forum: Tech Help 04-22-2001, 09:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 890
Posted By 16vwannabe
Had a fun day at the autocross today. Then I get...

Had a fun day at the autocross today. Then I get home and my rear window won't go all the way up, great. My friend had this happen and the plastic was broken on his, it seems this is what happens...
Forum: Tech Help 04-19-2001, 05:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 767
Posted By 16vwannabe
My rearview mirror had started to shake a lot...

My rearview mirror had started to shake a lot more than normal over bumps. So I looked through the archives and found out that I just had to pull down hard on the mirror. Well I did, and let me...
Forum: Tech Help 04-17-2001, 05:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,149
Posted By 16vwannabe
I've been trying to pull the interior panel on my...

I've been trying to pull the interior panel on my sunroof but its really tight. I can see the clips up front, but what about the back, is it the same clips on the back too, or some kind of sliding...
Forum: Tech Help 04-06-2001, 12:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,433
Posted By 16vwannabe
Not sure what the guy at Mobil was saying. ...

Not sure what the guy at Mobil was saying. According to their website http://dallnd6.dal.mobil.com/GIS/MobilPDS.nsf/26b7c4b33367a4a086256665004e4266/951b10d046e0bafd852567ba0050ec5f?OpenDocument
...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-16-2001, 07:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 800
Posted By 16vwannabe
I have a 190E 5sp and I was wondering how those...

I have a 190E 5sp and I was wondering how those of you who race or autocross handle heel and toeing? My foot doesn't twist very well to span the gap, and it doesn't help that I learned to heel and...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 03-15-2001, 12:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,280
Posted By 16vwannabe
I'm pretty sure the A/C in my '91 190 kicks off. ...

I'm pretty sure the A/C in my '91 190 kicks off. I can feel a surge of heat from the vents when I'm well into 2nd gear. My old car had a WOT A/C cutoff too, I think its pretty common today. If its...
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