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Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-26-2005, 06:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 697
Posted By russb
The shaft seal surface is polished and smooth. ...

The shaft seal surface is polished and smooth.
It measures: 1.768in. = 44.91mm
The new seal has 45mm stamped on it for the inside diamater, 45mm = 1.772in..
Would .004 in. be enough for it to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-26-2005, 11:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 697
Posted By russb
Any ideas as to why it still leaks? What am I...

Any ideas as to why it still leaks?
What am I doing wrong?
Thanx
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-25-2005, 08:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 697
Posted By russb
New Diff. side seal leaking

On my 85 300D.
I put in both rebuilt axles and new diff. side seals, it is leaking from the center, not the outer edge on the right side only, the left side is not leaking.
I have replaced the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-24-2005, 06:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 942
Posted By russb
Also, the rear part of the master cylinder does...

Also, the rear part of the master cylinder does not squirt as much fluid as the front section.
A lot more bleeding strokes are needed for the rear.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-24-2005, 05:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,267
Posted By russb
Also check the o-ring on the back of the master...

Also check the o-ring on the back of the master cylinder, between the mc and the brake booster.
I changed the master cylinder on mine, got in for a test drive, brake pedal felt good (hard), but took...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-13-2005, 07:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 632
Posted By russb
Is the rear window "lock out" button stuck down?...

Is the rear window "lock out" button stuck down? That would dissable both rear windows. Coffee, coke, etc. can get spilled on the window switches and cause them to malfuction (stick).
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-25-2005, 09:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,169
Posted By russb
Thanx for the replies! I'll put 2 cc's in a 5...

Thanx for the replies!
I'll put 2 cc's in a 5 gal. can and wait a coulple of days and see what is going on.
Does Racor Biocide break down after putting it in diesel,(like become inert) or does it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-24-2005, 05:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,169
Posted By russb
I have a 55 gal. drum of old #2 diesel that I am...

I have a 55 gal. drum of old #2 diesel that I am double filtering into 5 gallon jerry cans. I do not want to dump it in my car without treating it first, just in case it may have bugs in the fuel....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-24-2005, 02:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,169
Posted By russb
Biocide? Check my math

I got some Racor Biocide today, and am trying to figure out how much to use for 5 gallons.

1 ounce [US, liquid] = 29.5735297 cubic centimeter

1 oz to 80 gallons = 30 cc's (29.57)

1/4 oz to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-15-2005, 09:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 840
Posted By russb
Hole in thermostat

I drill a 1/16" or next size larger hole in the thermostat, (where the up arrow is), I drill all my new thermostats, even on my pickup, if they do not have a jiggle pin in the new thermostat..
This...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-14-2005, 07:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,546
Posted By russb
Should be on the bottom of the radiator, drivers...

Should be on the bottom of the radiator, drivers side, plastic, mine is blue that takes a philipps screw driver to remove.
If this is what you have, they get old and brittle over the years, and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-14-2005, 07:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 866
Posted By russb
Well... When the boots are torn or cracked that...

Well...
When the boots are torn or cracked that may be one way, as was the situation at PNP today.

I did research axles on this forum, with mixed results on the solution.
And your thoughts or...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-14-2005, 01:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 866
Posted By russb
Went to PNP this morning, no good looking axles. ...

Went to PNP this morning, no good looking axles.
Guess I'll look for rebuilds.
Maybe CVJ axles, are they as good as OEM's, I don't want to replace them but once??
Thanx for the help!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-13-2005, 08:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 866
Posted By russb
1985 300D Was wondering if other models might...

1985 300D
Was wondering if other models might work?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-13-2005, 08:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 940
Posted By russb
Yes they can go bad if ya get a bad, new one. ...

Yes they can go bad if ya get a bad, new one.
Had that happen to me, engine vibrating, shacking whole car.
Naw, it can't be a bad mount I just put new ones in.
Took comp. check, checked timing,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-13-2005, 07:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 866
Posted By russb
85 300D axle, what models will work?

Going to the local Pick N Pull tommarrow for a walk about (1/2 off sale).
I have a RR axle that's bad.
Thought I'd take a look there before I order two.
What models will work?
I don't expect to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-31-2005, 09:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,708
Posted By russb
IP Springs

The IP springs are also different.
Do you see an increase in power when you get to about 3,000 RPM?
The Federal kicks in at about 2,000 RPM.
To Change that you have to pull the IP pump and change...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-30-2005, 08:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,094
Posted By russb
I see where this thread is going

How bad do you abuse your ride?

I keep mine up, and take care of them.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-30-2005, 07:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,094
Posted By russb
As these 2 cars are our daily drivers, SD wifes,...

As these 2 cars are our daily drivers, SD wifes, D is mine. We do not have any gassers, except for my 71 F250.
ALL maintenance is done by me and are serviced regularly, including the brake fluid...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2005, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,214
Posted By russb
It just bolts on, seperate part. Unbolt from a...

It just bolts on, seperate part. Unbolt from a parts car and bolt it in yours.
The air outlet, to the turbo, could be a problem, as it comes almost straight up 90 degrees from the bottom side of the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2005, 02:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 770
Posted By russb
On the 85, the center vent is the only pod with...

On the 85, the center vent is the only pod with studs, the rest are the twist type.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-27-2005, 12:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,214
Posted By russb
It is a factory setup, even the air inlet hole in...

It is a factory setup, even the air inlet hole in the fender.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-26-2005, 09:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,353
Posted By russb
Replace the water pump, Laso is what I just...

Replace the water pump, Laso is what I just installed, bronze impeller.
And the price is not worth the few $ difference.
Fix now, or pay the tow.
When mine went out, (like yours slight leak, then...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-26-2005, 06:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,214
Posted By russb
Took me a bit to figure out how to up the pic,s. ...

Took me a bit to figure out how to up the pic,s.
Yes, it does have the hole for the fresh air in the right fender, but I do not use it. It was not connected when I bought the car, maybe to much dirt...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-26-2005, 05:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,214
Posted By russb
85 300d Ca

The air cleaner sits on a 3 legged pedestle with 3 screw holding it down.
I did not hook up the air inlet hose to the outer fender.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 07-25-2005, 06:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,211
Posted By russb
Jane who?

Jane who?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-22-2005, 09:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,533
Posted By russb
I have an 85' 300D Cal.. W/ converter. I bought...

I have an 85' 300D Cal.. W/ converter.
I bought it with a blown engine (#2 rod through block at 224,000 mi., put in a used engine, from a 85' Cal car.
I did have to do a valve job on the used...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-22-2005, 08:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,838
Posted By russb
Ford trucks, I know off topic

But, this forum has been the best place and helped me more than anyone could have asked for, helping repair and maintain my Mercedes'.
I also have a young 71' Ford F250 (bought in 72' with 18,000...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-19-2005, 09:18 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 9,681
Posted By russb
I did not see where anyone suggested loosening...

I did not see where anyone suggested loosening the hard steel lines going to the nozzels (I may have missed it?).
After priming the filter and ever thing else, loosen these lines, about 3/4 -1 turn...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-19-2005, 08:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,353
Posted By russb
Laso or Geba pump?

I would also like to know which one is reccommended, as I am going to change mine out. One is more $ than the other, but I don't want to have to change it again for a lot of miles.
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