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Forum: Tech Help 04-19-2009, 01:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 704
Posted By softconsult
'97 S320 Evaporator R&R Problem

I believe this question might be able to be answered or guessed at by the pro's that have intimate knowledge of the 140. My local MB specialist just did the above R&R. The system now works fine...
Forum: Tech Help 05-06-2007, 08:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,093
Posted By softconsult
Not really, you buy the special dipstick and your...

Not really, you buy the special dipstick and your are good to go. I bought an infra red thermometer just to be sure on the temperature. Other than that it's just like transmission service on other...
Forum: Tech Help 05-04-2007, 03:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,174
Posted By softconsult
Could be vacuum pod failure. If you have a...

Could be vacuum pod failure. If you have a Mity-Vac, you can check them at the central junction. Remove the kick panel passenger side and you will see the color coded vacuum lines branching off to...
Forum: Tech Help 05-04-2007, 01:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,158
Posted By softconsult
Note about putting the new bolt in upside down. ...

Note about putting the new bolt in upside down. When I did this a year or so ago and posted same on another forum, I was warned by two shop owners that the bolt must be put back in correctly.

On...
Forum: Tech Help 05-04-2007, 12:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,158
Posted By softconsult
Can't answer question about alignment, but can...

Can't answer question about alignment, but can warn you that getting the large bolt back in through the new bushing is very difficult. Now maybe I missed something obvious. However, after easily...
Forum: Tech Help 05-02-2007, 07:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 847
Posted By softconsult
Illegal to tint windshields. Steve

Illegal to tint windshields.

Steve
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 05-02-2007, 11:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,118
Posted By softconsult
"There aren't any amps in the 300E." Really?...

"There aren't any amps in the 300E."

Really? I believe you will find there are two amps in the trunk of 300E's. Now maybe it wasn't always the case, but clearly true in my '92 300E. I happened...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 05-02-2007, 07:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 907
Posted By softconsult
First, go on any of the parts sites, like Buy...

First, go on any of the parts sites, like Buy Parts above, and click in you car. Then find the Belt Tensioner Assembly. See the hex nut. It doesn't twist, but rather is there to allow you to put...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 05-02-2007, 07:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,118
Posted By softconsult
I haven't done it, but I can tell you for sure...

I haven't done it, but I can tell you for sure that this is not plug and play. The original amps are in your trunk. From what I have read you are going to have to essentially rewire the speakers...
Forum: Tech Help 05-01-2007, 03:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,954
Posted By softconsult
Yes, '92 300E 205 x 15's 70 mph is right at...

Yes, '92 300E 205 x 15's 70 mph is right at 3,000 rpm.

Steve
'92 300E Sportline 242K
Forum: Tech Help 05-01-2007, 09:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,534
Posted By softconsult
I'm definitely in the save money camp. However,...

I'm definitely in the save money camp. However, when it comes to things like control arm bushings or motor mounts, I will spend the extra money for Dealer parts. I'm definitely believe that if I do...
Forum: Tech Help 05-01-2007, 07:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,534
Posted By softconsult
One last thing, check your medical insurance, and...

One last thing, check your medical insurance, and write your will.

Sorry, I just don't understand taking the risk to save a couple of hundred bucks in labor.

Steve
Forum: Tech Help 04-30-2007, 09:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,534
Posted By softconsult
I would first have an indy mechanic inspect and...

I would first have an indy mechanic inspect and pry on the bushings and balljoints. Very likely that they are fine. If they are not, then I would do all the other things first and then have the...
Forum: Tech Help 04-30-2007, 06:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,534
Posted By softconsult
The other biggie is that you will need to buy or...

The other biggie is that you will need to buy or rent the proper spring compressor. Ordinary compressors will not work.

Steve
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-30-2007, 06:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,049
Posted By softconsult
One possibility. If you are too low on freon, the...

One possibility. If you are too low on freon, the system cuts off the compressor.

Steve
Forum: Tech Help 04-30-2007, 02:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,116
Posted By softconsult
My reaction goes something like this. You invest...

My reaction goes something like this. You invest thousands in your E320, but only drive 5,000 miles a year. Then based on the prospect that there is a tranny problem, you sign up to buy a new car,...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 04-30-2007, 10:37 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,873
Posted By softconsult
I bought my tools starting at age 16. Then years...

I bought my tools starting at age 16. Then years later, I went to work at Boeing and went into debt for the required roll-away toolbox and their list of hand tools.

I would say that I do not use...
Forum: Tech Help 04-30-2007, 10:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,058
Posted By softconsult
I meant no offense. It's just that there are...

I meant no offense. It's just that there are people who have posted that they have just bought X MB and are now going to fix it. The implication of the post is that they got it cheap. That's what...
Forum: Tech Help 04-29-2007, 11:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 617
Posted By softconsult
Of course not. Air intake remains as is. ...

Of course not. Air intake remains as is.

Steve
'92 300E with Bosch Euros
Forum: Tech Help 04-29-2007, 11:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,058
Posted By softconsult
To me the key phrase is " This is the first car...

To me the key phrase is " This is the first car I've come across in my price range ."

I hope you understand that the purchase price is not what determines your price range. It is the purchase...
Forum: Tech Help 04-29-2007, 07:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 892
Posted By softconsult
Sure seems like you found the problem. Go to the...

Sure seems like you found the problem. Go to the dealer and order the rubber plug.

Steve
Forum: Tech Help 04-28-2007, 08:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,344
Posted By softconsult
Well OEM is not necessarily OE. An easy, but not...

Well OEM is not necessarily OE. An easy, but not conclusive test of your theory would be to take a look at the corrugated, i.e. Tear off a piece of one flat surface, called the liner. Does it look...
Forum: Tech Help 04-28-2007, 07:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,594
Posted By softconsult
I humbly suggest that you simply take it to a...

I humbly suggest that you simply take it to a shop and pay them. It is not as simple as buying the freon and putting it in. It also can be dangerous, high pressure gas, if you don't know what you...
Forum: Tech Help 04-27-2007, 11:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,069
Posted By softconsult
I highly doubt the post about 28 mpg in early...

I highly doubt the post about 28 mpg in early 90's 300E's. Maybe at 60 mph. Now I grant that from '93 on there should be a couple of mpg improvement over the M103 engined cars.
My experience with...
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 04-26-2007, 08:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,018
Posted By softconsult
The cassette adapter worked for a while in my '92...

The cassette adapter worked for a while in my '92 300E. However, after some days, weeks, the auto reverse feature of the deck began to randomly eject the adapter. Then I went the FM modulator route....
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 04-25-2007, 06:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,518
Posted By softconsult
Becker will do a $100 mod on your radio. In my...

Becker will do a $100 mod on your radio.
In my opinion, well worth the price. Works fine.



Steve
Forum: Detailing and Interior 04-25-2007, 05:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,035
Posted By softconsult
"Pulling - Rolling"? No. Sliding would be the...

"Pulling - Rolling"? No. Sliding would be the description. You must use a lubricating spray. As long as the clay slides smoothly, no damage. Lot's of internet articles about claying.

Steve
Forum: Detailing and Interior 04-25-2007, 04:31 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,332
Posted By softconsult
Guess it depends on what you are using when you...

Guess it depends on what you are using when you are waxing. There are many different products out there from actual waxes, to sealers, to you name it. I don't think it would be smart to create a...
Forum: Tech Help 04-25-2007, 04:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 842
Posted By softconsult
There is a strip fuse in a small black plastic...

There is a strip fuse in a small black plastic box just in front of the main fuse box. Notorious for developing a hairline crack. Could look good, but be bad. Available at dealer cheap. You could...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 04-25-2007, 02:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,005
Posted By softconsult
I do the grocery shopping when I am in town. ...

I do the grocery shopping when I am in town. There's only two of us. I have no idea really, but easily 100+ a week. And many times that's with almost no food. Cleaning supplies, toilet tissue,...
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