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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-03-2014, 04:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,274
Posted By tgolden
I've had the car since March 1985. It doesn't...

I've had the car since March 1985. It doesn't start. The coolant is in the oil. The car is garaged in Virginia. I don't believe freezing has ever been an issue. If anything could be to blame, it's...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-03-2014, 03:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,274
Posted By tgolden
M110.990 Mixing Fluids

Hi,

My '84 280SL with M110.990 is mixing coolant and oil. Is this likely a cracked block or just a bad head gasket?

Has anyone experienced this on the M110?

Whatever the case, I...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-27-2014, 04:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,165
Posted By tgolden
I'm not talking about a dash pad. The...

I'm not talking about a dash pad.

The dash has a foam/vinyl cover vacuum formed onto the metal frame.

Some companies offer to recover it original type vinyl, but they don't remove the old...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-26-2014, 08:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,165
Posted By tgolden
107 Dashboard Restoration

My '84 280SL dashboard has the typical old age crack. There are a few companies that perform restorations. I'm considering sending the dash to one to have it recovered.

Some companies just fill...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-14-2011, 08:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,897
Posted By tgolden
The ones the owner's manual calls out; the OEM...

The ones the owner's manual calls out; the OEM plugs.

Years ago I tried platinum core plugs in my 1984 280SL w/ M110.990 (Euro); the parts guy at my local parts store crossed the original spec to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-07-2011, 09:30 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 14,210
Posted By tgolden
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w116-s-se-sel-sd-c...

http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w116-s-se-sel-sd-class/1223523-bosch-d-jetronic-k-jetronic-troubleshooting.html

The above link has some good D-Jet troubleshooting information to include D-Jet...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 04-07-2011, 01:39 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,226
Posted By tgolden
That about sums it up. From his original...

That about sums it up.

From his original post, he didn't appear to have access to the service information. And, when I suggested alldatadiy.com, he got offended. I hate to see a thread in this...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-27-2011, 10:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,226
Posted By tgolden
If you don't have a shop manual, you can access...

If you don't have a shop manual, you can access repair procedures, torque specs, tsbs, and diagrams with alldatadiy.com. The cost is under $27.00 for a year subscription with discounts for multiyear...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-24-2011, 04:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,384
Posted By tgolden
It's interesting that the original sales...

It's interesting that the original sales literature indicates that Mercedes Benz authorized service is available worldwide. But with, Mercedes Benz of North America it's always hit or miss if you...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-16-2011, 12:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,065
Posted By tgolden
Look at the wiring diagram and check all the...

Look at the wiring diagram and check all the components on the circuit. There may be a short somewhere. Check the circuit wires for bad insulation. Use a VOM to check continuity and resistance of the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-15-2011, 05:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,537
Posted By tgolden
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w116-s-se-sel-sd-c...

http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w116-s-se-sel-sd-class/1223523-bosch-d-jetronic-k-jetronic-troubleshooting.html

The above link has some good D-Jetronic troubleshooting information.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-15-2011, 03:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,537
Posted By tgolden
If you know the part that needs to be replaced,...

If you know the part that needs to be replaced, just call a few online Mercedes parts dealers and when they quote you the price, ask for the part number to confirm they are quoting the correct part....
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-15-2011, 03:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,537
Posted By tgolden
If you know the part number(s) of the item(s) you...

If you know the part number(s) of the item(s) you need, it should be an easy task to google for the best price.

Regards
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-14-2011, 06:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,972
Posted By tgolden
You should get a service manual to do the timing...

You should get a service manual to do the timing chain work.

From what you indicated, the engine timing is likely off. There may be some other issues as well that will become apparent once you...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-13-2011, 10:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,972
Posted By tgolden
Look for cracked or broken air hoses on the...

Look for cracked or broken air hoses on the Jetronic system. Air that bypasses the Fuel Distributor through an air leak can cause a no-start condition. Due to the age of the vehicle, I would look for...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-11-2011, 08:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,062
Posted By tgolden
It shouldn't make that kind of noise. You should...

It shouldn't make that kind of noise. You should replace it with a new one.

Regards
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-10-2011, 11:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,204
Posted By tgolden
After you get the engine running, you may need to...

After you get the engine running, you may need to adjust the exhaust CO level. The most cost effective tool I've found is the Gunson Gastester. See the link below.

Regards
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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-09-2011, 01:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,204
Posted By tgolden
http://z3.invisionfree.com/Mercedes_190E/index.php...

http://z3.invisionfree.com/Mercedes_190E/index.php?showtopic=13


Of all the Bosch systems,the KE Jetronic may be the most confusing to troubleshoot.The system combines electronics with...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-09-2011, 10:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,204
Posted By tgolden
http://www.humanspeakers.com/audi/tuning-cise.htm...

http://www.humanspeakers.com/audi/tuning-cise.htm

Another useful link to help troubleshoot a Bosch CIS-E system.

Regards
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-09-2011, 12:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,204
Posted By tgolden
Attached are some images of acceptable and...

Attached are some images of acceptable and unacceptable CIS injector flow patterns:
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-08-2011, 10:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,204
Posted By tgolden
It's posted on the link in my previous post. ...

It's posted on the link in my previous post.

It sums it up nicely. I think most CIS issues can be resolved by following that chart.

Regards
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-08-2011, 10:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,204
Posted By tgolden
http://www.cabby-info.com/Fuel_System.htm ...

http://www.cabby-info.com/Fuel_System.htm

The above link has a lot of Bosch K-Jetronic CIS technical information that should be sufficent to solve any issue with the Bosch K-Jetronic fuel...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-08-2011, 07:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,204
Posted By tgolden
90252 This may help as a troubleshooting...

90252

This may help as a troubleshooting guide.

Regards
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-08-2011, 04:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,204
Posted By tgolden
If you think the injectors might be obstructed,...

If you think the injectors might be obstructed, you should pull them individually and check the flow and spray pattern. It's also a good way to see if the FD is functioning properly. If the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-28-2011, 07:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,520
Posted By tgolden
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_R107_an...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_R107_and_C107

I don't have the MB Technical Reference for the 560SL model years, but I do have it for my 1984 280SL and my fuel consumption corresponds...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-27-2011, 01:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,167
Posted By tgolden
On the last M119 that I looked at, the firing...

On the last M119 that I looked at, the firing order was indicated on the right bank (passenger side for left hand drive vehicles) valve cover. Depending on how clean your engine is, it may be...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-25-2011, 06:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,834
Posted By tgolden
You can eliminate the bulbs by moving the left...

You can eliminate the bulbs by moving the left side bulbs (front and rear) to the right side and vice versa. If the problem moves to the other side, then it's a bulb issue. If not, then it's a bulb...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-24-2011, 05:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,834
Posted By tgolden
Check all the bulbs in the front and rear lights....

Check all the bulbs in the front and rear lights. Some bulbs have more than one filament and in a muti-filament bulb, if one filament is broken, then it may cause the flasher to blink at a different...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-23-2011, 03:28 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,605
Posted By tgolden
Being that the original carpet backing pads are...

Being that the original carpet backing pads are no longer available and the likelihood that your original pads are in poor condition, what's the best replacement pad for new carpet?

I'm looking at...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 02-22-2011, 02:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,184
Posted By tgolden
If you have concern about a quote for repair...

If you have concern about a quote for repair work, you should ask for an itemized estimate, to include part numbers, materials (brake fluid, etc...) and labor (hours and rate per hour). Then get a...
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