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Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-23-2010, 10:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 849
Posted By Gene Horr
I haven't done it but the hard part is getting...

I haven't done it but the hard part is getting behind the dash. Unless you are doing everything yourself it would probably be cheaper just to find another vehicle.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-22-2010, 10:05 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,625
Posted By Gene Horr
Isn't the compressor a positive displacement...

Isn't the compressor a positive displacement design? If so it will always stall if you don't have fluid/gas flow.

As to HP a _real_ 1 hp motor should be fine for a test. Just remember that with...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-22-2010, 09:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,421
Posted By Gene Horr
Try removing the thermostat completely. If you...

Try removing the thermostat completely. If you still have problems then from your list the only thing I can think of is that it is a bad water pump.

This is not something I would advise anyone to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-30-2010, 11:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,316
Posted By Gene Horr
As was mentioned above check with a dealer. ...

As was mentioned above check with a dealer. They're actually pretty cheap. I just recently priced the front fender for a W126 and it was just a couple of hundred dollars.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-20-2010, 11:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 550
Posted By Gene Horr
Speedometers are very rarely accurate. From any...

Speedometers are very rarely accurate. From any manufacturer. And they tend to read high (as a fail safe mode?). Calibration is fairly cheap. Usually around US$100.

Regarding the temperature...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-20-2010, 11:01 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,799
Posted By Gene Horr
Assuming I can still juggle prior commitments I...

Assuming I can still juggle prior commitments I may make it. If so I'll probably tow the 300SD to Houston and then drive from there. If I can con an extra driver then I'll drag the truck along with...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-05-2010, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 585
Posted By Gene Horr
W126 Hood Pad

W 126 682 00 26 Hood pad
Purchased from Performance Parts about 6 months ago. New, never installed. Purchased the wrong model. Does not have the heat shield for the turbo diesels. Should fit any...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-23-2010, 11:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 699
Posted By Gene Horr
I'm in S. Texas. What about a steering wheel? ...

I'm in S. Texas. What about a steering wheel? The newer/smaller ones. I'm trying to replace the bus model.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-22-2010, 11:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 699
Posted By Gene Horr
Saw that but then read where you didn't want to...

Saw that but then read where you didn't want to ship <g>. Could you post a picture?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-20-2010, 10:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 699
Posted By Gene Horr
I'm in McAllen, TX. Price depends on condition. ...

I'm in McAllen, TX. Price depends on condition. For the seats please send pictures. Aquaticedge, I may be interested in other parts.

The car is entering its 3rd year of restoration. Engine,...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-19-2010, 12:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 699
Posted By Gene Horr
WTB 126 Parts

'83 300 SD. Looking for:

1) "C" shaped chrom trim on driver's door that goes around the door strike latch.

2) Front seats frames/springs in good shape.
Forum: Car Audio and Multimedia 04-13-2010, 01:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,058
Posted By Gene Horr
If you don't find one in a week PM with your...

If you don't find one in a week PM with your address. I've got an extra inside my car - which is completely taped up undergoing a paint job.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-07-2010, 11:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,272
Posted By Gene Horr
Very reasonable if it has truly been maintained...

Very reasonable if it has truly been maintained correctly. FWIW an '83 SD which I purchased for US$2k that was fairly well maintained has a current budget of an additional $5k to get it near the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 03-12-2010, 02:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 757
Posted By Gene Horr
Rear Differential and half-shafts

Price (PM if you wish)?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 03-12-2010, 02:39 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,256
Posted By Gene Horr
Differential and half shafts

What is the rear differentail ratio?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 02-18-2010, 12:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 709
Posted By Gene Horr
The bracket is dirt cheap from most dealers. ...

The bracket is dirt cheap from most dealers. Around $20 or so from the better ones.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 02-11-2010, 01:40 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,256
Posted By Gene Horr
Do you happen to know the 126 rear differential...

Do you happen to know the 126 rear differential ratio?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-29-2010, 10:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,576
Posted By Gene Horr
NAPA has them. But you'll need to confirm the...

NAPA has them. But you'll need to confirm the rear hose seal design. There are 2 or 3 types.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-22-2010, 09:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,862
Posted By Gene Horr
230k miles and mine has a small leak (~1 quart...

230k miles and mine has a small leak (~1 quart every 2k miles). The one quote I got was a little under $500 and the mechanic didn't act like he would be excited to do it. PITA was the impression I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-20-2010, 10:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,657
Posted By Gene Horr
The normal vacuum line is just fine. The only...

The normal vacuum line is just fine. The only issue is that it is usually only good for 10 years or so. The hard plastic line will last twice as long. But it costs much more and you can't just go...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-19-2010, 10:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 843
Posted By Gene Horr
If it is moving in one direction then it is not...

If it is moving in one direction then it is not likely the cable. Something is binding.

Check the mounting for the seat belt receiver. This has to be securely attached in order to slide along...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 11-03-2009, 08:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,690
Posted By Gene Horr
1) RH Foglight (if the glass is not melted) 2)...

1) RH Foglight (if the glass is not melted)
2) 2 bolts from the door strike.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-28-2009, 09:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 916
Posted By Gene Horr
Look in the far corners of the channels. You'll...

Look in the far corners of the channels. You'll probably need a flashlight.

Sunroofs are not water tight. The purpose of the seal is to keep down the wind noise and to slow the leak rate enough...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-27-2009, 09:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 916
Posted By Gene Horr
_All_ cars with sunroofs that I've ever seen...

_All_ cars with sunroofs that I've ever seen require regular drain cleaning. You should be doing this at least once a year.

Personally I use weedeater line or very heavy fishing line. Pour a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-09-2009, 10:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 762
Posted By Gene Horr
At least 5 years, probably closer to a decade. ...

At least 5 years, probably closer to a decade. Make sure that you are buying diesel line.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-09-2009, 10:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,653
Posted By Gene Horr
Consider buying Allen head bolts. Makes...

Consider buying Allen head bolts. Makes stripping them harder.

Any decent hardware store will have them. Your best choice is an Ace hardware or an independent. Home Depot et al are good at deer...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-07-2009, 03:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,653
Posted By Gene Horr
Google "bolt extractor" and go to your local...

Google "bolt extractor" and go to your local hardware store and purchase a set. The concept is a reverse threaded tap. You drill a hole in the top of the bolt and then screw in the extractor. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-04-2009, 10:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,642
Posted By Gene Horr
The LM Diesel Purge is hardly "Junk". It will...

The LM Diesel Purge is hardly "Junk". It will improve the system in certain conditions. It won't magically repair bad injectors but it is helpful in conditions where the injectors are just starting...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-02-2009, 09:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 704
Posted By Gene Horr
You may also need to move the rear height...

You may also need to move the rear height adjustment up or down. You use the same method Billybob described.

For whatever reason I found that the front bolts were the hardest to break loose. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-25-2009, 11:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,681
Posted By Gene Horr
Your manifold gauges often have a...

Your manifold gauges often have a temperature/pressure "chart". I just purchased a set yesterday that is specifically for R-134a and the guages still have the R-12 charts.
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