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Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-06-2012, 09:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 820
Posted By Jim Sutton
Coolant pump always on?

My question is just that. On my 84 300sd, the aux electric coolant pump is always on. Is that correct? Right now it is summer and I have the ac selected. I see no reason the coolant pump is required....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-31-2012, 04:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 797
Posted By Jim Sutton
I am sure the system had R-12 at some time, but...

I am sure the system had R-12 at some time, but the system was empty when I got the car.

Since then I replaced the compressor and the drier, and converted to R134.

There is a pressure switch...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-31-2012, 02:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 797
Posted By Jim Sutton
AC 411 request

Trying to get my ac up and going. It has never worked since I have owned the car.

I upgraded the coolant to 134 last year.

My question - When your ac is working properly, do you find that you...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-31-2012, 02:14 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,506
Posted By Jim Sutton
Here is a follow up on this problem. I have...

Here is a follow up on this problem.

I have been away for a while but got to work on this last night. Took the car out for a fast drive to get it rocking and it was rocking good. Got back to the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-20-2012, 11:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,506
Posted By Jim Sutton
So I have been gone for about a week. I...

So I have been gone for about a week.

I decided to work with the idle and damper first, then look at the injectors.

Turning up the idle seemed to settle out the idle. The damper is adjusted...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-15-2012, 01:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,506
Posted By Jim Sutton
Damper Bolt - I did confirm that I do have the...

Damper Bolt - I did confirm that I do have the upgraded damper bolt. I have played with it in the past but still think it could be the issue.

Problem happens with either diesel or wvo.

The...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-15-2012, 10:55 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,506
Posted By Jim Sutton
Yes I do have the cigar hose. Why would not...

Yes I do have the cigar hose. Why would not having a cigar hose cause that problem?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-15-2012, 10:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,506
Posted By Jim Sutton
Tough Diesel Idle problem

I have a pretty unique problem with my 1984 300sd that has had me occupied for about six months now.

I have read quite a bit about this but have not found that anyone else has seen something like...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-09-2012, 02:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,119
Posted By Jim Sutton
Lopey idle is the perfect description. I will try...

Lopey idle is the perfect description. I will try adjusting the damper adjustment tonight.

Thanks so much for the suggestions.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-09-2012, 12:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,119
Posted By Jim Sutton
The engine speed is actually pulsing up and down.

The engine speed is actually pulsing up and down.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-09-2012, 11:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,119
Posted By Jim Sutton
Flucuating Idle 1984 300sd

Lately I have noticed that when my 84 300sd idles in park, the idle speed flucuates. It speeds up then slows down, over and over. Lets say 800 to 900 rpm and back. You can just see it on the tach....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-02-2012, 02:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,331
Posted By Jim Sutton
Same description as here. I guess my...

Same description as here.

I guess my symptoms should go away if I leave my filler cap cracked open as a test.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-02-2012, 10:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,331
Posted By Jim Sutton
Yes. Some suggested it could be the vent valve. I...

Yes. Some suggested it could be the vent valve. I do get a whoosh when I open the tank.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-02-2012, 09:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,331
Posted By Jim Sutton
300 SD Fuel Tank

Is there anything in a 1984 300SD Fuel tank that can restrict the fuel return line and cause back pressure?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-08-2012, 04:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 829
Posted By Jim Sutton
IP Timing Device Question

How can I tell if the IP Timing Device is good or bad. I do have access to it yet.

Is it common for the springs to come undone? How does it normally fail?

I had a strange problem with the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-02-2012, 11:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,209
Posted By Jim Sutton
That would have been my other guess. Is that...

That would have been my other guess. Is that common?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-02-2012, 07:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,209
Posted By Jim Sutton
IP Pump timing Changed

First some background. 1984 300sd. I replaced the engine earlier this summer. Ran ok. Replaced the injectors with Monarch Injectors. Ran good for a while then lost power and was blowing white smoke....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-19-2009, 09:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 691
Posted By Jim Sutton
Torque requirements for 300sd

I was wondering if anyone had the torque requirements for the 6 bolts that connect the torque converter to the flywheel on a 84 300sd.

Thanks
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-16-2009, 02:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 833
Posted By Jim Sutton
Sorry 1984 300SD

Sorry 1984 300SD
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-16-2009, 02:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 833
Posted By Jim Sutton
Another try to get the pic to work. ...

Another try to get the pic to work.

http://pix.myphotoalbum.com/a/as/asp/aspm/aspmi/aspmingo/albums/album06/0416091302_G.sized.jpg
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-16-2009, 02:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 833
Posted By Jim Sutton
Sub Frame Noise

I have been having a clunk noise in the front of my car. I noticed that on the "good" that these sub frame connections all looked tight with the rubber bushings but on the 'bad' side, they look...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-25-2009, 09:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,019
Posted By Jim Sutton
I dont know anything about this trans. Was on a...

I dont know anything about this trans. Was on a parts car that had much less mileage than mine. How much trouble to get trans off car once engie is installed? I think I would be willing to try this...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-24-2009, 05:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,019
Posted By Jim Sutton
Trans Rebuild Kit

So I have been debating what to do with the trans on my 84 300sd rebuild. Just do the fluid and filter or get in deeper.

I found what looks a seal replacement kit for around $70 on the internet....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-23-2009, 09:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,094
Posted By Jim Sutton
That trunk is locked!

On my 84 300 SD....

A previously good working trunk by both key and vacuum lock now wont open. Tried lubricating, no deal.

Worked great the day before. What are my options now?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 02-28-2009, 01:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 602
Posted By Jim Sutton
Leftover parts for 1983 300SD

These are parts left over from my rebuild. See them at:

http://www.aspmingo.myphotoalbum.com/view_album.php?set_albumName=album05
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-09-2009, 02:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,105
Posted By Jim Sutton
I have two transmissions. I dont work on these...

I have two transmissions. I dont work on these cars out of necessity, this is my hobbie.

I just finished the engine rebuild. I have never doen a transmission, but wanted to check with the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-07-2009, 11:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,995
Posted By Jim Sutton
No did not ream out the holes. What are...

No did not ream out the holes.

What are the chances the both relays were bad?

How does the relay determine how long to leave the plugs on?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-07-2009, 10:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,105
Posted By Jim Sutton
Transmission Rebuild is Freaking me out!

Studying up before beginning my transmission rebuild on my 84 300sd.

But gotta say it looks intimidating.

Can anyone let me know any of the gotcha areas of the rebuild?

Do I really need...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-07-2009, 10:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,995
Posted By Jim Sutton
Lossing Glow Plugs right and left!

I have been losing glowplugs on my 84 300sd. Here is the story:

Engine is impossible to start. Ohm out all the plugs and find one plug at 35 ohms. Swap it out with one measuring 1 ohm. Car runs...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-04-2009, 09:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 753
Posted By Jim Sutton
How to tell if Trans is good?

So my engine rebuild is just about complete on my 84 300sd. I am getting ready to turn my attention to the trans.

I have a trans out of a 83 300sd that according to the odometer only had 77000...
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