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Forum: Tech Help 08-11-2009, 08:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 865
Posted By Hydronuclear
Finally solved non-start problem

Ever since I replaced my cap and rotor, I've discovered that on very hot days, my '87 300e wouldn't start. It'll crank right up in the morning or evening, but not when the sun is out and it's HOT. ...
Forum: Tech Help 07-20-2009, 06:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,441
Posted By Hydronuclear
How's the cap and rotor?

I had a similar issue (car would start when cold but not when hot). It turned out that the cap and rotor were SHOT. It's worth checking out.
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2009, 11:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,615
Posted By Hydronuclear
Great tool!!!

Ivanerrol, I wish I'd seen that when I replaced my tensioner a while back.
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2009, 07:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,615
Posted By Hydronuclear
Strap wrench

"The only way I was able to loosen the bolts holding free-spinning pulleys off the various pumps was to use a Craftsman strap wrench (around the pulley) and some elbow grease."

The strap wrench...
Forum: Tech Help 07-14-2009, 05:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,615
Posted By Hydronuclear
Y-bracket

On my 87 300e there was a "y" bracket that attached the tensioner to the front of the engine block. A PITA, but doable to remove. The directions mention these three bolts (one that has a nut behind...
Forum: Tech Help 07-11-2009, 07:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,615
Posted By Hydronuclear
This helped me when I changed out mine...

And I ended replacing my shot tensioner ALONG with the adjuster you have circled in the pic. I stripped the threads when I was puting the new tensioner in.

Here's the wisdom that was passed on...
Forum: Tech Help 07-07-2009, 05:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,629
Posted By Hydronuclear
Bosch is the way to go

I have no idea who made the awful cap and rotor on mine, but I made sure to buy Bosch (it was actually cheaper than what NAPA and Autozone wanted for Bremi's).
Forum: Tech Help 07-07-2009, 03:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,629
Posted By Hydronuclear
Rotor replaced at last

I finally was able to replace the rotor today. When I replaced the cap a few days ago, two out of the three 3mm allen bolts that hold the rotor on were on so tight that they stripped. With the help...
Forum: Tech Help 07-03-2009, 04:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,629
Posted By Hydronuclear
Replaced distributor cap, runs great!

Thanks for helping me track down this gremlin!!!:) I can't believe the car ran at all with the dist. cap looking like that!
Forum: Tech Help 07-01-2009, 04:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,629
Posted By Hydronuclear
I replaced the old plugs...

Then I took off the distributor cap. As you can see, it had a bit of oxidized copper crud on the bottom and the center electrode is just about gone. I think I may have found the culprit. I'll let...
Forum: Tech Help 06-26-2009, 12:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,629
Posted By Hydronuclear
W124 idles extremely rough when operating temperature reached

I've had my 87 300E for about a year and a half and this is the first time it's stranded me. A few days ago, I stopped at my office on my way to my other job (my office is only 2 miles or so away...
Forum: Tech Help 01-25-2009, 11:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,451
Posted By Hydronuclear
Thanks for the info!

I appreciate it!
Forum: Tech Help 01-25-2009, 07:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,451
Posted By Hydronuclear
Rotted strut bushing in a w124?

My front drivers' side (87 300e) has been squeaking for a while when I begin turns for a while now. Whenever it would rain, however the noise would dissapear for a few weeks. I had my wheel off...
Forum: Tech Help 06-02-2008, 06:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,204
Posted By Hydronuclear
Belt tensioner question

I replaced the belt on my 87 300e and after a few days, it started squealing. I thought I had adjusted it correctly, so I popped the hood. I pressed down on the belt and it was very slack. I then...
Forum: Tech Help 05-09-2008, 06:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 855
Posted By Hydronuclear
heavy rain = crazy alarm?

My 87 300e apparently has a rain allergy. The last time it rained heavily, I opened the door and the alarm beeped once. Didn't think much of it till this morning. Last night we got a heavy...
Forum: Tech Help 03-19-2008, 07:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,206
Posted By Hydronuclear
DIY W124 Gasoline Fuel Filter R & R

DIY W124 Fuel Filter Change (two fuel pump models)

WARNING: Make sure to support the car with jack stands, do not smoke, etc.

1.Gather your supplies and tools.
a. Safety goggles and...
Forum: Tech Help 03-19-2008, 07:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,019
Posted By Hydronuclear
Alarm system

That would make sense considering you have to unscrew the box to get access to it. If the alarm fuses were in the fuse box, a thief would just have to pop the box open and remove the correct fuse. ...
Forum: Tech Help 03-18-2008, 06:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,019
Posted By Hydronuclear
What are fuses doing in the relay box???

I cracked open my relay box on my 87 w124 and found two fuse holders (one occupied and the other empty). What are these for, and what rating fuse should I put in the empty fuse holder (if at all)?...
Forum: Tech Help 03-05-2008, 08:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,734
Posted By Hydronuclear
Easy out

I snapped a spark plug in my 88 300zx a few years back. After my heart started beating again, I called a mechanic buddy and he said to get an easy out and stick the 3/8" square drive end into a...
Forum: Tech Help 03-05-2008, 06:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 764
Posted By Hydronuclear
Is this manual any good?

I've already got the Mercedes Bible for my w124, and I'm planning on buying the haynes. Is this "owners workshop manual" any good?
Forum: Tech Help 03-01-2008, 07:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,115
Posted By Hydronuclear
Thumbs up Thanks Carson

Electrical tape at the spot did the trick!
Forum: Tech Help 02-27-2008, 08:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 715
Posted By Hydronuclear
300e Power Steering Return Hose Quantity

I'm replacing the return hoses on my 87 w124. Will one meter suffice, or should I order more? Thanks!
Forum: Tech Help 02-16-2008, 04:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,020
Posted By Hydronuclear
Thanks Carson

for both your quick replies
Forum: Tech Help 02-16-2008, 04:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,020
Posted By Hydronuclear
What are these?

I climbed under the car after driving the rear up on ramps and saw a pair of nasty bushings behind the differential. What is this part, and is it worth fixing? The car rides fine except for a slight...
Forum: Tech Help 02-16-2008, 04:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,115
Posted By Hydronuclear
Sagging Sunvisors

I've searched the threads, but haven't really heard of a fix for my particular sunvisor. It won't stay up all the way, or out all the way, it just kinda hangs. I can pull the visor a few inches out...
Forum: Tech Help 02-16-2008, 08:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 776
Posted By Hydronuclear
Try these fuses

#3,5, or 9. Actually, just open the fuse box and look. You'll be able to see at a glance if any of the fuses have blown. Those fuses are all 8 amp. I didn't have any interior lights as well and...
Forum: Tech Help 02-03-2008, 01:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 905
Posted By Hydronuclear
Thanks Lee!

n/m
Forum: Tech Help 02-03-2008, 09:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 905
Posted By Hydronuclear
Thanks Lee, but what are "dog bones"?

I'm looking to see what these parts are called so I can order some (after checking underneath the rear end today). Thanks again!
Forum: Tech Help 02-03-2008, 09:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,382
Posted By Hydronuclear
I cleaned the plastic oil pan undershield...

yesterday to keep an eye on what might be leaking. Since I've bought the car, I've fixed 2 minor coolant leaks and am looking at replacing 2 power steering return lines soon (both are rotting).
...
Forum: Tech Help 02-03-2008, 08:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 905
Posted By Hydronuclear
Rubbing noise when hitting dips

The past few weeks, I've noticed a rubbing noise in the front passenger-side of the car whenever I hit the bottom of a hill at normal speed. I assume it's the tire rubbing against the shock absorber...
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