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Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-12-2007, 09:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,399
Posted By phidauex
It is normal for oil pressure to be between 1 and...

It is normal for oil pressure to be between 1 and 2 bar at warm idle, and should slam up to 3 bar fairly quickly as you raise the RPM.

-sam
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-02-2007, 01:45 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,610
Posted By phidauex
Sure, it has a longer payback on fuel costs...

Sure, it has a longer payback on fuel costs alone, but think about it like this... If the TDI costs the same, in the end, as an older car, then why not get all the other benefits of a TDI (safer,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-02-2007, 12:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,610
Posted By phidauex
Bicycle is a great choice! The most efficient...

Bicycle is a great choice! The most efficient form of forward transportation for a human ever invented.

The oil market is unbelievably complex. Prices are never high for 'no reason'. Oil is the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-02-2007, 12:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 991
Posted By phidauex
I've got the same one. I normally recommend HF...

I've got the same one. I normally recommend HF stuff, since I think it is usually better than people give it credit for, but not in this case.

The brake bleed container did not seal well, I had to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-17-2007, 10:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 899
Posted By phidauex
Hmm, just to clarify, the leak is in one of the...

Hmm, just to clarify, the leak is in one of the hard-lines under the car, correct? Not one of the rubber lines in the engine compartment?

If so, then the line is 6mm, and the flare nuts are 12mm....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-17-2007, 10:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 899
Posted By phidauex
A new line is about the only real fix. The...

A new line is about the only real fix. The mounting clamps that hold it in place sometimes rub against the line and damage it. I think they originally had rubber linings, which may have fallen out...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-17-2007, 09:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 976
Posted By phidauex
Good to be back, plus, SLS valve rebuild

Hi,

Just wanted to say, its good to be back. I've been driving and ignoring my 300TD for months. Now that the weather is good, I've been paying attention to it again. I got a good job out in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-17-2007, 08:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 861
Posted By phidauex
Recently I've seen a new hitch for the 300TD...

Recently I've seen a new hitch for the 300TD around. It is made by Curt, and only costs around 200$. I haven't seen it yet, but I'm probably going to buy one soon.

If you search on...
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 05-25-2006, 03:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,356
Posted By phidauex
Replace the red pop-clips! They rarely last...

Replace the red pop-clips! They rarely last beyond one 'install/remove' cycle. You can get them cheap at the dealership. I'd recommend getting a bunch, just to keep on hand.

peace,
sam
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-25-2006, 03:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,205
Posted By phidauex
1: As mentioned, don't pull them out to test...

1: As mentioned, don't pull them out to test them, just test the resistance across them with an ohmmeter when they are cold. Short circuit is dead, as is infinite resistance. Around .6 is good,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2006, 11:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,446
Posted By phidauex
Welcome to the forum, tobybul, beating subjects...

Welcome to the forum, tobybul, beating subjects to death is our speciality! As usual, this thread has yielded three useful things:


The "Official" way to do it
Another way to do it
A bunch...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 05-24-2006, 11:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,928
Posted By phidauex
Here's a tip: You don't need to gorilla your...

Here's a tip:

You don't need to gorilla your wheels on. If some ape-man at the tire shop has done so (ask them not too, nicely), then you'll want to undo them at home, and then redo them to the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2006, 11:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,966
Posted By phidauex
MB won't recommend anything that doesn't have a...

MB won't recommend anything that doesn't have a three pointed star on the label, regardless of how effective, or ineffective it is. (in fact, many of the 'recommended' three pointed star products...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2006, 02:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,525
Posted By phidauex
Looks great, Mike! I wish I could see it in...

Looks great, Mike! I wish I could see it in person!

I'm always happy when I see someone take the time to actually FIX one of these cars... I cringe when I see one that has taken a little hit, and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2006, 02:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,446
Posted By phidauex
I got a small installation manual with my shocks,...

I got a small installation manual with my shocks, it was in the box with them. It showed a diagram of the configuration, as well as torque specifications and the length specification (24mm of shaft +...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2006, 01:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,446
Posted By phidauex
I'd encourage you not to make any assumptions...

I'd encourage you not to make any assumptions about originality on these cars. Even if they are MB parts, I guarantee you that they are either non-original, or have been removed and reinstalled a few...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2006, 11:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,446
Posted By phidauex
Well, I've found things on my car set up in a lot...

Well, I've found things on my car set up in a lot of different ways, nearly none of them correct. ;)

I'm no shock expert, but the order I listed was pulled directly from the installation sheet...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 05-24-2006, 11:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,928
Posted By phidauex
On my wagon, the tire iron is in a red fabric...

On my wagon, the tire iron is in a red fabric 'roll up' tool bag inside the spare tire compartment. However, I don't know if thats stock, or was put there by a previous owner.

peace,
sam
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2006, 02:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 958
Posted By phidauex
Just to toss this out, a year ago I upgraded from...

Just to toss this out, a year ago I upgraded from sealed beams to Autopal H4 conversions. Autopal is an indian company, but I found the quality to be quite high, rivaling that of recent Hella and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-24-2006, 02:05 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,446
Posted By phidauex
I did this install a while back, and posted some...

I did this install a while back, and posted some tips that you might find useful:

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=136306

This quote is the part that is most relevant to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-23-2006, 05:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 802
Posted By phidauex
Its easy as pie... IF the fill plug isn't...

Its easy as pie... IF the fill plug isn't stripped!

The biggest tip is to remove the fill plug first, then the drain plug. If you drain the fluid and then realize your fill plug is stripped, you...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-23-2006, 01:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,980
Posted By phidauex
Your pressures sound about right to me. ...

Your pressures sound about right to me.

30psi on the low side and 150psi on the high side is about right for the ambient temperature an r134a. They don't call it the 'high pressure' side for...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-22-2006, 10:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 953
Posted By phidauex
I'm sure you'll get tons of confusing advice -...

I'm sure you'll get tons of confusing advice - much like the posts you've read.

Personally, I use Shell Rotella 15w40 in the summer, and Rotella Synthetic 10w50 in the winter, and Purulator...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-22-2006, 10:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,482
Posted By phidauex
First, its true, there is no catalytic converter,...

First, its true, there is no catalytic converter, most diesels don't have them, because the sulfur in diesel fuel would destroy them anyway.

Engines don't really need backpressure, but even if...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-22-2006, 07:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,169
Posted By phidauex
Here are the charts for both R-12 and R134a: ...

Here are the charts for both R-12 and R134a:

http://ackits.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=Chart
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-22-2006, 06:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 794
Posted By phidauex
There isn't really a 'proper' way to do...

There isn't really a 'proper' way to do WVO/diesel mixes, because its not a process thats approved by anyone, MB, trade organizations, the ASTM, etc. I only recommend it for people who are...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-22-2006, 12:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,436
Posted By phidauex
You should have just put the whole assembly in...

You should have just put the whole assembly in the trash like you thought originally. Imagine the look on the trash man's face when he says, "Whats that?" and gives it a little poke!

Seriously...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 05-22-2006, 11:46 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,079
Posted By phidauex
Very likely, yes! My 300TD (also a w123) is...

Very likely, yes! My 300TD (also a w123) is wearing the wheels from a 99 CLK. They are 16" 7 hole wheels, and I've got them wearing 205/55-16 tires (same diameter as the stock tires, so the speedo is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-20-2006, 04:41 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 6,987
Posted By phidauex
Fun post that was ressurected. Thought I'd add...

Fun post that was ressurected. Thought I'd add myself to it, for fun.

All vacuum locks_x_ <- even the fuel flap
All dash and console bulbs_x_
Cruise Control_x_
Climate Control_x_
Air...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-20-2006, 02:53 PM
Replies: 317
Views: 54,639
Posted By phidauex
I just wanted to note that I'm following this...

I just wanted to note that I'm following this thread eagerly... I'm facinated by 'test in place' methods, and this seems like a great example. For those who asked, or are confused still, I wanted to...
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