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Forum: Tech Help 06-10-2008, 01:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,103
Posted By ewstan
W210 Dust Filters

Jim,

I have been unable to remove the glove box from my '02 E320 to access the dust filters. All attaching hardware is out, but I can't pop the tab on the back of the box from locating slot. I've...
Forum: Tech Help 10-14-2007, 08:54 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 834
Posted By ewstan
124 Heater Core Problem

Guys,

I have run into a strange problem with a new Behr heater core I'm installing in my 'early 87 124.133.

The new core came with O-rings. I'm reusing the water pipes, flanges,
and six bolts....
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 09-28-2007, 10:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 578
Posted By ewstan
Need A/C Part For '87 300D

Gentlemen,

On the inner firewall above the heater box there is a metal bracket that carries the fresh air door vacuum actuators and the linkage from the actuators to the fresh air door.

I need...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-28-2007, 10:23 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 653
Posted By ewstan
Need A/C Part For '87 300D

Gentlemen,

On the inner firewall above the heater box there is a metal bracket that carries the fresh air door vacuum actuators and the linkage from the actuators to the fresh air door.

I need...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-15-2005, 10:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,143
Posted By ewstan
The aux fuse works just fine on a 123. I...

The aux fuse works just fine on a 123. I installed it on an '83 four years ago and the blower motor has worked perfectly since.

Wray
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-25-2005, 06:24 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,662
Posted By ewstan
BB, You're the first person I can recall...

BB,

You're the first person I can recall that has recommended Adsit. No problems with them?

Wray
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2004, 12:30 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,339
Posted By ewstan
After you check the obvious, I'd suggest you test...

After you check the obvious, I'd suggest you test the exhaust backpressure. I went through the whole list of potential causes before discovering that the CAT was plugged.

Wray
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-11-2004, 04:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 868
Posted By ewstan
Thanks. Sounds like a problem. Wray

Thanks. Sounds like a problem.

Wray
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-11-2004, 01:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 868
Posted By ewstan
123 Oil Pressure Gauge

Was riding in daughter's '83 300D yesterday and noticed that the oil pressure was reading 2 bar at 60 mph. After telling her to pull over and turn off the engine, I asked her if she had noticed the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-23-2004, 10:05 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 26,583
Posted By ewstan
Lance, My 603 sounds like your 603 on...

Lance,

My 603 sounds like your 603 on startup and idle, and possibly a bit queiter at speed. I'll quit worrying about the way it sounds.

Do you have the sound panels installed?

Wray
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-19-2004, 09:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,251
Posted By ewstan
I would seriously consider the potential head...

I would seriously consider the potential head problems with any 603 engine. If the head has been replaced, you're OK. If not, there is a significant chance that the head will crack.

Check the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-15-2004, 10:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,498
Posted By ewstan
The EGR is a major cause of intake pipe/manifold...

The EGR is a major cause of intake pipe/manifold crud. On earlier engines disabling the EGR will just about eliminate this. With newer engines having more electronics, disabling the EGR may not be...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-15-2004, 10:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,081
Posted By ewstan
Steve, That's a good idea. But!! I've learned...

Steve,
That's a good idea. But!! I've learned from experience that getting a deposit equal to the tool cost is necessary.

Wray
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-23-2004, 12:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 963
Posted By ewstan
There is a factory fix for this problem. Install...

There is a factory fix for this problem. Install an AUX fuse box with a 30A strip fuse outside the main fuse box.

Whay doesn't the seller fix the problem?

Wray
Forum: Tech Help 07-15-2004, 11:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,530
Posted By ewstan
Drove the car about 20 miles this AM. Shifts...

Drove the car about 20 miles this AM. Shifts fine. Guess we dodged a bullet this time.

Thanks,

Wray
Forum: Tech Help 07-14-2004, 12:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,530
Posted By ewstan
The problem is the steel line. The rubber...

The problem is the steel line. The rubber insulator is missing and the line is worn thru under the clamp. I replaced the rubber about 10 years ago when I replaced the flex hoses.

But daughter has...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-14-2004, 10:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,522
Posted By ewstan
Nick, These cars have pretty much bottomed...

Nick,

These cars have pretty much bottomed out in price. If all the systems-engine, trans, A/C, electrical, suspension, brakes- work, and it has only MINOR rust , it might be worth $2K.

On the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-14-2004, 09:27 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 9,531
Posted By ewstan
Larry, Tell us about your new lift. I'm...

Larry,

Tell us about your new lift. I'm considering a garage addition with a lift.

My next door neighbor is now adding an additional two bay garage and extending his existing two bay attached...
Forum: Tech Help 07-14-2004, 09:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,530
Posted By ewstan
Thanks, Guys. Hopefully will have it back...

Thanks, Guys.

Hopefully will have it back together this afternoon.

This car was my "Baby" before I gave it to my daughter as a college grad gift-I had purchased an '87 300D.

Had just about...
Forum: Tech Help 07-13-2004, 05:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,530
Posted By ewstan
Is The Transmission Doomed?

Listers,

My daughter drove her (my ex) '83 300D approx 25 miles yesterday with an unknown leaking trans cooler flex hose.

When she pulled into my drive she said the trans was slipping very...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-12-2004, 08:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,560
Posted By ewstan
I had a similar problem with my '87 300D last...

I had a similar problem with my '87 300D last year. Finally traced to excessive exhaust back pressure due to a clogged CAT. You can check exhaust back pressure at the threaded port at the top front...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-12-2003, 06:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,026
Posted By ewstan
JHM, This is a common problem. The fix is to...

JHM,

This is a common problem. The fix is to install an external auxiliary fuse box with a 30A fusible link. There is a Mercedes part for this.

The aux fuse box and harness is P/N 126 540 30...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-11-2003, 11:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,983
Posted By ewstan
Tasma, Based on past experience, I'd suggest...

Tasma,

Based on past experience, I'd suggest you check the exhaust system for excessive back pressure.

ewstan
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-14-2003, 01:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,463
Posted By ewstan
Vacuum hoses and connections will often leak when...

Vacuum hoses and connections will often leak when hot and not when cold.

ewstan
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-06-2003, 01:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,549
Posted By ewstan
I discovered chunks chewed from the outside of...

I discovered chunks chewed from the outside of the air filter on my '87 300D after it hadn't been driven for a few weeks. Assumed that a hungry rodent had found its way through the air intake to the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-06-2003, 01:12 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,519
Posted By ewstan
According to the manual, the AUX fan only works...

According to the manual, the AUX fan only works when the A/C is on. Sounds like your fan clutch is defective.

ewstan
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-06-2003, 01:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,640
Posted By ewstan
I think it's great that people still see the...

I think it's great that people still see the value of these old cars and are willing to pay a premium for them. Could be the best $5K you ever spent. Unfortunately the insurance cos. don't agree...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-06-2003, 12:59 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 23,093
Posted By ewstan
Dave, In my opinion, doing a chain...

Dave,

In my opinion, doing a chain replacement is a two person job; one to manage the two ends of the chain, on to turn the engine. Unless you use the tool that goes over the top of the sprocket....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-06-2003, 11:22 AM
Replies: 1,601
Views: 165,759
Posted By ewstan
Western Philadelphia suburbs. Regular $1.60....

Western Philadelphia suburbs. Regular $1.60. Diesel $1.95.

ewstan
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-06-2003, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,099
Posted By ewstan
I find this impossible to believe. There is no...

I find this impossible to believe. There is no way an M6 bolt could be between the piston and head without destroying the piston on the first compression stroke.

ewstan
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