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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-17-2023, 04:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,120
Posted By rmasteller
It's interesting that you picked up a...

It's interesting that you picked up a conversation/debate in a 14 year old thread.

Regardless, boiling point of water is 212F/100C. That is increased by about 45F/25C with the 15psi cap on the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-16-2023, 10:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,338
Posted By rmasteller
Thanks for the details, Frank. I have a...

Thanks for the details, Frank. I have a MightyVac. How much vac should it pull to activate? I'll have an update after a week or so. Several things going on.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-16-2023, 11:58 AM
Replies: 374
Views: 55,419
Posted By rmasteller
33 when I got my first SL (I still have it) 47...

33 when I got my first SL (I still have it)
47 when I got my second SL (I still have it, would like to sell it)
56 right now
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-16-2023, 01:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,338
Posted By rmasteller
I've owned the car 10 years, but after changing...

I've owned the car 10 years, but after changing the daily driver from a 97 E300 diesel to a 17 C43 AMG, this sluggish acceleration is finally annoying. The car will cruise at 80mph, even up hill, if...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-15-2023, 09:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,338
Posted By rmasteller
Found another link that I like: ...

Found another link that I like:
https://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/mercedes-benz-sl-discussion-forum/225532-80-450sl-poor-acceleration-aux-fan.html

I have a 230SL and we have some standard...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 07-15-2023, 09:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,338
Posted By rmasteller
1980 450SL K-Jet poor acceleration

I am going to start troubleshooting my poor acceleration in my 450SL. Since ACC and door vacuum doesn't seem to work, I thought they may be impacting the distributor or other engine systems. I...
Forum: Tech Help 09-22-2022, 07:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,274
Posted By rmasteller
Update - The salvage yard rack leaked, so I took...

Update - The salvage yard rack leaked, so I took my original rack and got it rebuilt. I have it on now, and I have a leak where one of the lines (I assume high pressure) connects with a banjo bolt. ...
Forum: Tech Help 08-29-2022, 12:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,724
Posted By rmasteller
Bad injector leaking extra fuel into a cylinder? ...

Bad injector leaking extra fuel into a cylinder?
Any spark plugs show signs of running rich?
Forum: Tech Help 08-28-2022, 11:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,274
Posted By rmasteller
Remove, re-clean, lubricate. Once that was...

Remove, re-clean, lubricate. Once that was connected, I turned the wheel lock to lock a few times with the engine off. Salvage yard rack leaks! So, I'm going to get the original rebuilt.
Forum: Tech Help 08-23-2022, 02:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,274
Posted By rmasteller
Update. I got the part from the salvage yard (30...

Update. I got the part from the salvage yard (30 day warranty). I got my old inner/outer tie rods moved over to it and put on new boots, boot seals, and clamps. I have it bolted the assembly back...
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2022, 10:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,274
Posted By rmasteller
I've got the right part, it was just a warning...

I've got the right part, it was just a warning for others.
Forum: Tech Help 08-10-2022, 03:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,274
Posted By rmasteller
I'm reviving an ancient thread because I have...

I'm reviving an ancient thread because I have this exact question. And, since I have not done many of these (actually this is my first), it would be nice to know torque specs for what the OP asked...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 08-10-2022, 10:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,683
Posted By rmasteller
I know someone in central ohio with a turbodiesel...

I know someone in central ohio with a turbodiesel wagon with a manual transmission. The paint is not in great shape, but I don't think there is much or any rust (came from the Carolinas). I don't...
Forum: Tech Help 07-25-2022, 04:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,334
Posted By rmasteller
Found a rack at a recycle yard (30 day warranty)...

Found a rack at a recycle yard (30 day warranty) and also ordered a seal kit for the lines and 4 mounts. I'll let you all know how it goes.

For anyone looking for W210 steering racks, option code...
Forum: Tech Help 07-19-2022, 11:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,334
Posted By rmasteller
I have had a power steering leak for some time. ...

I have had a power steering leak for some time. I fixed one hose near the reservoir a couple years ago and that slowed it down, but now it has gotten worse again. Much worse! Found the leak is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-19-2022, 12:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,267
Posted By rmasteller
Reviving old thread that was helpful. I've been...

Reviving old thread that was helpful. I've been deep leaning my 1997 E300 in prep for sale. So, I've been around a lot of wiring, cleaning behind the trunk liners, cleaning under back seat back &...
Forum: Tech Help 07-18-2022, 06:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,217
Posted By rmasteller
Welcome to the forum, Katakuri. I suggest you...

Welcome to the forum, Katakuri. I suggest you contact your dealer. Most of the people here work on their own 1960's - 1990's cars.
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2022, 04:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,230
Posted By rmasteller
It worked.

It worked.
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2022, 02:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,230
Posted By rmasteller
This should work, right? Now, just to get it to...

This should work, right? Now, just to get it to peel off. First corner I tried, it didn't want to separate.
Forum: Tech Help 07-16-2022, 03:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,230
Posted By rmasteller
W210 fuel tank padding adhesive

I'm deep cleaning and fixing things on my 1997 E300 in prep for sale. Took trunk panels out and found fuel tank padding had lost adhesive and slid down. Anyone know proper adhesive to use to put...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-14-2022, 05:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,082
Posted By rmasteller
I know some people don't like it when ancient...

I know some people don't like it when ancient threads are revived, but I just did this fix on my car. I didn't know how to remove the under dash panel (should have looked it up here), so I broke a...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-06-2022, 12:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,683
Posted By rmasteller
Would you come to Ohio for a dependable w210...

Would you come to Ohio for a dependable w210 diesel?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-24-2022, 12:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 777
Posted By rmasteller
1997 E300 Diesel for sale in Ohio $2000

I'll update this post with some more details and pics later today, just making this post while I have a break at work! :)

This 97 E300 Diesel, white with tan/mushroom interior, has been mine since...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-24-2022, 11:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 939
Posted By rmasteller
Bump, and price drop to $5500.

Bump, and price drop to $5500.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 05-02-2022, 12:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 939
Posted By rmasteller
1980 450SL for sale in Ohio $6000

It's a very dependable driver, but has a number of ancillary issues. It's great as a weekend runabout fun car (recently drove it 200 miles for a Mercedes Club event), but it would take some money to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-21-2021, 12:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,238
Posted By rmasteller
Thanks for the information and clarification,...

Thanks for the information and clarification, Sugar Bear. The race ramps are solid material, and they'll be on level surface. Or, maybe I'll drop a tarp in the garage and do the cleaning that way,...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-20-2021, 09:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,238
Posted By rmasteller
Really?? I know to never go under if the car is...

Really?? I know to never go under if the car is on a jack, but jack stands and ramps are always the safe support methods. No?

And regarding gravel, the drive is level and my ramps are solid. ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-20-2021, 10:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,238
Posted By rmasteller
Step one is going to be cleaning, and I plan to...

Step one is going to be cleaning, and I plan to do the following:

In the gravel driveway at home:
+ Put front end on ramps.
+ Spray a degreaser on everything I can get to underneath, and from...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-19-2021, 10:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,238
Posted By rmasteller
1980 450SL slow transmission leak

I'm getting serious finally about selling this car. Want to set some things straight before trying to hand it off. Just replaced the alternator last week.

The transmission has had a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-23-2021, 07:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,302
Posted By rmasteller
I've not had my belt off to check this myself. ...

I've not had my belt off to check this myself. I'm pretty sure that I read in other threads that it does have the better alternator pulley. But, reading doesn't equal knowing. I could be...
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