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Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-24-2024, 05:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 634
Posted By Graham
I think a list of failures that could ruin our...

I think a list of failures that could ruin our day while driving could be useful. Just how we solved the problem would also be useful. Problem is that we usualy only come back to this site AFTER we...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-08-2024, 10:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 451
Posted By Graham
I had the linings/shoes fall apart on one wheel....

I had the linings/shoes fall apart on one wheel. New ones inexpensive, but pain in butt to install. Ended up just doing one side seeing the other was still OK.

Never use the PB, but once in a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-08-2024, 09:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 274
Posted By Graham
I didn't want that sponge on my diesel either. I...

I didn't want that sponge on my diesel either. I ended up cleaning off the old stuff and leaving it at that. Bit noisy, but I am used to it.

I have used equivalent of Dynamat on inside of car, but...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 03-15-2024, 08:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 316
Posted By Graham
I had a 2014 GLK250 Bluetec. They didn't put...

I had a 2014 GLK250 Bluetec. They didn't put runflats on those cars in Ontario at least. But there was also no spare. The tire size was also not that common.

W used our GLK for trips South. So...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-14-2024, 08:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 465
Posted By Graham
When it comes to brake parts, don't assume...

When it comes to brake parts, don't assume Bosch=Quality. No idea where they have their stuff made, but this is not their main business. Last time I was buying, I checked reviews and they did not...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-16-2024, 08:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 645
Posted By Graham
Have you done basic things like check points (set...

Have you done basic things like check points (set to about 0.014"), cap properly seated, contacts clean and rotor in good shape.

Looking at your picture, you can see the green wire poking out...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-16-2024, 07:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 645
Posted By Graham
From some other posts, it looks like you are in...

From some other posts, it looks like you are in Australia? If so, likely a ROW car that many here would not be familiar with? From distributor you quoted, it seems it is an M110 6-cylinder.

I...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-15-2024, 05:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 645
Posted By Graham
Hi Ron, I mentioned that green wire because...

Hi Ron,

I mentioned that green wire because I once had my 107 die on a major highway near us. I thought I had run out of gas. Luckily car died almost right at highway service center. I walked to...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-15-2024, 03:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 645
Posted By Graham
The condenser was eliminated from all Djets. No...

The condenser was eliminated from all Djets. No need for one, at least on our V-8s. What is your model year and engine type? If Pertronix is available, it would be a good upgrade.

By all means...
Forum: Tech Help 01-06-2024, 04:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 649
Posted By Graham
Depending on which cat, it could. Read and post...

Depending on which cat, it could. Read and post the code.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 01-02-2024, 02:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 546
Posted By Graham
As Frank said, the condenser was eliminated early...

As Frank said, the condenser was eliminated early on. Your post reminded me that I had recently seen one of those green wires in among my spare parts. Just checked and it is part A0001596918. Bosch...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 12-30-2023, 12:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,121
Posted By Graham
OP asked that question about 11 years go and got...

OP asked that question about 11 years go and got some good answers back then :) Just as well to check dates when replying. ;)
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-04-2023, 09:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,299
Posted By Graham
I usually just print the section I am interested...

I usually just print the section I am interested in or working on. But complete manual is available from various sources ;
Forum: Tech Help 12-01-2023, 05:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 721
Posted By Graham
For wider exposure for your issues, Benzworld has...

For wider exposure for your issues, Benzworld has an active W210 group (https://www.benzworld.org/forums/w210-e-class.23/). MBWorld also a possibility.

I have the same car - 1998 E320. Low battery...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-30-2023, 09:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 503
Posted By Graham
OP posted a more specific question about the...

OP posted a more specific question about the shims in a slightly later thread:
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/421460-w123-axle-spacer-washers.html
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-24-2023, 12:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 355
Posted By Graham
I once paid C$50 each for OE rims in new...

I once paid C$50 each for OE rims in new condition (unused spare tires).

I later bought new aftermarket rims for my W210 with Toyo Celcius All-Weather tires...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-23-2023, 09:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 497
Posted By Graham
Frank, I am not sure if MB Canada have any part...

Frank, I am not sure if MB Canada have any part in this. A court determined the settlement of the class action suit and appointed this company JND to administer it. It is likely there that the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-23-2023, 02:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 497
Posted By Graham
It's in the link in my post above. But here it is...

It's in the link in my post above. But here it is again:
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-23-2023, 09:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 497
Posted By Graham
Bluetec settlement

We are part of the Canadian claim, but it seems this issue exists in US too. I received a letter saying our claim had been denied. It says the decision is final and we have no recourse! This despite...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-22-2023, 11:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 390
Posted By Graham
This was the thread....

This was the thread. http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/406645-w123-c-v-axle-shim-washers.html

May not help much. Maybe MB in USA have the OE spacers? The US or Euro sources...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-21-2023, 11:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 390
Posted By Graham
We had a discussion about those spacers about 2...

We had a discussion about those spacers about 2 or 3 years ago. I thought I may have needed them. I think I found a source. Do a search using my name. As it turned out, I didn't need to buy any.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-13-2023, 09:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 625
Posted By Graham
Those look good - Hope they work out for you. ...

Those look good - Hope they work out for you.

There is a 'new' Chinese axle being sold quite widely here now. Will be interesting to hear how they work out. Prices compare with GSP....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2023, 05:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 625
Posted By Graham
Good idea to avoid the cheap Chinese axles if you...

Good idea to avoid the cheap Chinese axles if you intend keeping the car. I bought GSP and they lasted for 5000 miles. Replaced under lifetime warranty but I had to ship the old ones back (C$130!)
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-01-2023, 09:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 797
Posted By Graham
I don't have a lift , but seem to recall getting...

I don't have a lift , but seem to recall getting at the heater element without too much of a problem. What I do recall, is that there were two types of heaters. They had different sockets for the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-28-2023, 02:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,413
Posted By Graham
Not much interest in boost control these days ;) ...

Not much interest in boost control these days ;)

Anyway, this is my <$3.00 solution (actually zero $ because I had the clamp!). Works perfectly. I used new heavy walled ~3/8" hose that I already...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-16-2023, 10:06 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,413
Posted By Graham
Not sure anyone is still following this...

Not sure anyone is still following this discussion, but I will continue anyway ;)

I don't understand Mach 4's post above. He said he removed the check valve, but the picture shows it still in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-15-2023, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 447
Posted By Graham
After removing all that original insulating gunk...

After removing all that original insulating gunk to facilitate rust repairs, I replaced it with Peel & Seal aluminum adhesive roofing. Don't know about noise reduction, but it did make a neat looking...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-14-2023, 01:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,413
Posted By Graham
While replacing turbo to wastegate line, I...

While replacing turbo to wastegate line, I pressure tested the wastegate by applying pressure with my brake bleeder. It took some pumping to get gauge to read at all. When I reached 4psig,and stopped...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-11-2023, 07:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,413
Posted By Graham
Found a good description of how turbo, wastegate,...

Found a good description of how turbo, wastegate, overpressure valve and alda interact (it's in the FSM!)
https://tinyurl.com/4875zz89
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-10-2023, 08:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,413
Posted By Graham
My boost is low. I checked at manifold first. ...

My boost is low.
I checked at manifold first.
Then on line from overpressure valve to alda.
Then on line to my 85's blue tranny vacuum gizmo.

I got low numbers (about 4-5psi). These with...
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