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Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale
11-19-2019, 10:59 AM
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FS: 1990 300TD 5spd
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Dude just go for it. It needs a decent...
Dude just go for it.
It needs a decent scrubbing inside, and some odds n ends but it's better looking than most of the beaters you see people limping around.
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Tech Help
11-06-2019, 12:58 PM
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Mystery Metal in Oil Pan - PLEASE HELP!
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Call the number at the top of the forums, they...
Call the number at the top of the forums, they can get anything
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Diesel Discussion
11-01-2019, 02:40 PM
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What kind of string to use to hold tricky gaskets in place?
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645
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I grease or oil all my gaskets, it helps a ton.
I grease or oil all my gaskets, it helps a ton.
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Diesel Discussion
11-01-2019, 02:38 PM
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My Official OM617 Toyota Pickup Repower Thread
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At only 5k/yr an 80's gas hog big block truck...
At only 5k/yr an 80's gas hog big block truck only used for towing would be just fine.
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Diesel Discussion
10-24-2019, 10:36 AM
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prechamber damage picture
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It might be a knockoff replacement?
It might be a knockoff replacement?
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Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale
10-23-2019, 12:09 PM
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FREE 1974 240D 115 parts car- RI
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Glad it found a good home :)
Glad it found a good home :)
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Diesel Discussion
10-07-2019, 03:22 PM
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W123 windshield reveal molding refurbish recipe
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To get that high gloss finish I always used...
To get that high gloss finish I always used mother's aluminum polish and a high rpm dremel tool. You want to get it hot enough to smooth out the micro scratches.
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Diesel Discussion
09-23-2019, 11:43 AM
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Just bought a W126 300SD to drive from NY to CA. Looking for low hanging fruit!
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You're going to need new injector nozzles, get...
You're going to need new injector nozzles, get the cores sent out first since there's some turnaround time.
Check timing chain stretch, correct or replace.
Advance your pump timing until it starts...
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Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted
09-18-2019, 03:50 PM
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FS 1985 Wagon W123 300TD
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photos?
photos?
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Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale
09-13-2019, 12:30 PM
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FREE 1974 240D 115 parts car- RI
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Yeah, that Astro is amazing! I'm currently...
Yeah, that Astro is amazing!
I'm currently making call to see if we can get a truck out your way. I've got a stash spot for the car, but I'm short on drivers.
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Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale
08-27-2019, 11:20 AM
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FS: 1990 300TD 5spd
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Okay that sounds like I was imagining. I just...
Okay that sounds like I was imagining. I just wanted to make sure it wasn't one of those engine-in-the-trunk deals.
PM sent with my #
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Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale
08-24-2019, 09:28 AM
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FS: 1990 300TD 5spd
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Talk about timing! So we're all on the same...
Talk about timing!
So we're all on the same page: if I wanted to drive this car home, I could, right?
PM inbound
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Off-Topic Discussion
07-12-2019, 02:19 PM
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Cat Hospice
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Yeah, our shed cats [no barn here :P] have...
Yeah, our shed cats [no barn here :P] have unlimited food, and they still kill all the mice/squirrels/voles/bugs they can.
Mouse vs catfood is probably like steak vs cereal for you & I.
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Diesel Discussion
07-12-2019, 01:27 PM
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when will NLA parts be the end for our cars
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Lack of parts just makes it harder, it doesn't...
Lack of parts just makes it harder, it doesn't stop anyone. The water pump blew up on my old tractor, so I got on grainger for new bearings & seals. Just have to make your own rebuild kits.
...
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Off-Topic Discussion
07-10-2019, 01:27 PM
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Cat Hospice
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We have a bunch of outdoor kitties that came with...
We have a bunch of outdoor kitties that came with the house. Everyone is fixed, gets rabies shots, etc.
They're great buddies while working on the cars, and it's fun to watch them stalk rodents...
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Off-Topic Discussion
07-08-2019, 02:43 PM
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Cat Hospice
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Poor little guy. Thanks for taking care of him,...
Poor little guy. Thanks for taking care of him, people with a gentle touch are rare.
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Off-Topic Discussion
07-08-2019, 01:45 PM
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CO2...a copper ball and a reallly annoying cat that belongs to a neighbor
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Some people live trap the Strays and go to places...
Some people live trap the Strays and go to places where they will fix a limited number of them and then release them after they are fixed. The clip a piece off of the tip of one ear to show they have...
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Diesel Discussion
06-10-2019, 10:23 AM
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My Gummi Pflege Stift appears to be working so far
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Awesome! I've got some that I need to apply...
Awesome!
I've got some that I need to apply to my DD, thanks for the reminder
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Diesel Discussion
05-31-2019, 02:47 PM
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Trans swap with no lift.
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3,216
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x3 on the safety shake after lifting. I've...
x3 on the safety shake after lifting.
I've done it in the dirt, that's no fun.
If you're on a paved surface it's much nicer.
If you're under some kind of cover, it's a walk in the park.
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Diesel Discussion
05-31-2019, 02:44 PM
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EGTs.Who here is actually monitoring?
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1,850
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My w123 was very similar.
My w123 was very similar.
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Off-Topic Discussion
05-13-2019, 11:29 AM
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Old Motocycles
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3,154
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They're cheap & fun. First things first, if it...
They're cheap & fun. First things first, if it has a CV carb throw it in the recycling and get a flat slide on ASAP :)
That being said, I love my 82' KZ440. Dead simple & has decent torque for...
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Diesel Discussion
05-13-2019, 11:26 AM
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W115 Owner Advice Needed: Buying a 1976 240D
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Bingo. I've gone through a couple "rebuild"...
Bingo. I've gone through a couple "rebuild" calipers to find debris inside straight from the parts store.
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Diesel Discussion
05-03-2019, 03:24 PM
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Reviving mothballed 300D
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1,367
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You can always throw some ball bearings in the...
You can always throw some ball bearings in the tank to stir up particulate. Fish them out with a magnet later.
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Off-Topic Discussion
05-02-2019, 12:37 PM
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post heart by pass surgery
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3,058
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Your colon will thank you as well
Your colon will thank you as well
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Off-Topic Discussion
05-02-2019, 12:35 PM
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Feeling Hot ?
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993
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I'm still young, if it's over 60°F outside I'm...
I'm still young, if it's over 60°F outside I'm sweating
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Diesel Discussion
05-01-2019, 03:37 PM
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How many folks rotate ..?
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2,210
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Bingo. At $200+ per tire you bet I'm rotating...
Bingo. At $200+ per tire you bet I'm rotating them
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Diesel Discussion
04-23-2019, 10:55 AM
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25
Cv boot... yup, another one.
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1,502
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I ran around at least 2k miles on split boots...
I ran around at least 2k miles on split boots with dry joints and only got mild knocking. You will be fine.
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Diesel Discussion
04-23-2019, 10:52 AM
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27
Reviving mothballed 300D
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1,367
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Don't go overboard with the spares, you sound...
Don't go overboard with the spares, you sound like you've got it pretty well under control.
Bring:
#1- headlamp
-big bag of decent quality zip ties
-one of those universal add-a-link belts...
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Diesel Discussion
04-23-2019, 10:44 AM
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Six Years of W210 Expenses
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2,762
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I always say, the devil you know is the better...
I always say, the devil you know is the better devil.
My Jeep's paid for, and I've dumped ~4k into parts the last 3 years(no labor but my own). That's just how it goes. Cheaper than a new one,...
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Diesel Discussion
04-18-2019, 02:07 PM
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12
How common are exhaust manifold cracks?
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1,218
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Mechanic should be welding a nut to the broken...
Mechanic should be welding a nut to the broken stud and then easily extracting. It's super easy.
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