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Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-23-2024, 10:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,713
Posted By BillGrissom
You should have tried "renewable diesel" when in...

You should have tried "renewable diesel" when in CA. It works in any diesel engine since chemically converted to not gel any different than D2. My engines idle smoother and quieter on it (higher...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-23-2024, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 427
Posted By BillGrissom
I bought a similar-looking C-press at Harbor...

I bought a similar-looking C-press at Harbor Freight Tools, perhaps from the same factory. Bought after using the free-rental one at Autozone since saw it on sale at HF and didn't want to repeat the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-23-2024, 10:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 745
Posted By BillGrissom
I used the same MasterCool AC ferrule crimper...

I used the same MasterCool AC ferrule crimper when I re-hosed the oil cooler lines on my 1984 300D. I used AC barrier hose, which is rated for hot oil and much higher pressure. No leaks in ~5...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-01-2023, 12:41 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 347
Posted By BillGrissom
W123 Sun Visor Swap

Like most, the sun visors in my 1985 CA 300D were poor. The inset hard plastic frame which secures the mirror lid cracked at the pivot, allowing the lid to flop. Might be more a problem in hot...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-01-2023, 12:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 474
Posted By BillGrissom
I have most of the parts for a 1983 300D sunroof....

I have most of the parts for a 1983 300D sunroof. I recently took the large drip pan to the scrap yard with other metal parts since seemed unlikely anyone would need it. Not sure what part is the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-01-2023, 12:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 986
Posted By BillGrissom
A plastic or rubber isolator is definitely...

A plastic or rubber isolator is definitely needed. At least one guy here showed where a hole had been worn thru in a transmission cooler tube from the isolator having been missing.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-09-2023, 09:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 507
Posted By BillGrissom
I rebuilt one or two of mine, back when you could...

I rebuilt one or two of mine, back when you could buy the kit for ~$30. That was the 2 internal check valves, piston seal (leather & Teflon), and silicone gasket. The outlet check valve has always...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-09-2023, 09:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 772
Posted By BillGrissom
I tried everything when my 1985 300D was...

I tried everything when my 1985 300D was overheating, but the symptoms were different. It would overheat at long stoplights on >90 F days, but never when driving at 35+ mph. I never took it on...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-09-2023, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 504
Posted By BillGrissom
My 1985 300D has excellent compression (>400 psig...

My 1985 300D has excellent compression (>400 psig all cyl) and very little blow-by (see post, >15 sec recall to shutdown if I plug the valve cover vent), and starts right away on the coldest mornings...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2023, 03:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 445
Posted By BillGrissom
Don't know the 190D, but appears the replaceable...

Don't know the 190D, but appears the replaceable rubber motor mount with a steel shell which is cracked. Hard to tell in photo, but appears brittle steel like cast-iron or perhaps cast aluminum. I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2023, 03:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 661
Posted By BillGrissom
Many W123 and W126 in the Narcos series, both...

Many W123 and W126 in the Narcos series, both Columbia and Mexico series. What resepectable traffickers drove in the 1980's. Didn't notice if diesel or gas. If you live in L.A., you can rent your...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2023, 03:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 387
Posted By BillGrissom
I'd worry about it sticking down to hit something...

I'd worry about it sticking down to hit something like a parking lot bumper and shear off, perhaps damaging your oil pan. Also might not let gunk drain out as well, esp since M-B already has a small...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2023, 02:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 541
Posted By BillGrissom
Find out if it is really veg oil (HVO) and not...

Find out if it is really veg oil (HVO) and not the "renewable diesel" which is sold in California. The later is chemically converted to act like fossil diesel, i.e. doesn't gel until similar "cloud...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2023, 02:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 557
Posted By BillGrissom
As I recall, the output flange bolts to a rubber...

As I recall, the output flange bolts to a rubber flex-disk. If so, likely just your flex-disk broke apart. An easy repair and the part cost ~$20 I recall. Indeed, I even unbolted the rear...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2023, 02:36 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 20,675
Posted By BillGrissom
For those reading for the first time, you can...

For those reading for the first time, you can also re-rubber the oil-cooler tubes using AC barrier hose and either ferrule crimps or hose clamps, though not as spacecraft purty as this stainless...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2023, 02:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,110
Posted By BillGrissom
Thanks for this very useful post and digging-in. ...

Thanks for this very useful post and digging-in. I stripped the innards of a 1983 300D transmission and stored them for the future (case was cracked). Didn't look closely at parts, but seemed a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2023, 01:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 380
Posted By BillGrissom
1984 300D Fuel Sender Repair

I read several older posts about cleaning the fuel sender, so got the bright idea to remove it in my 1984 while perfecting the car for sale (fleet too large, don't need two 300D). I recall the gage...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-17-2023, 03:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 556
Posted By BillGrissom
I don't think it is a check-valve. The only...

I don't think it is a check-valve. The only check-valves I know of are the one on the main vacuum tube (a tiny nipple on either side to supply components) and the yellow one on the source to the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-17-2023, 02:51 PM
Replies: 1,592
Views: 134,641
Posted By BillGrissom
Took a trip to Santa Barbara last week, on I-5...

Took a trip to Santa Barbara last week, on I-5 and US-101, but in our gas minivan. In general, diesel was cheaper than regular unleaded, but varies widely. I saw from $4.35/gal to $5.70/gal, while...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-29-2023, 05:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 475
Posted By BillGrissom
Concerning, but I haven't noticed any difference...

Concerning, but I haven't noticed any difference in mileage between my 1985 w/ like-new engine and 1984 with half-worn engine, nor in how easy they start on winter mornings, though <32 F isn't common...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-29-2023, 05:34 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,545
Posted By BillGrissom
First thing I did after my first move from...

First thing I did after my first move from eastern U.S. to SoCal in 1991 was buy a 1965 Chrysler. Lived its life from San Luis Obispo to Edwards AFB. Not a spot of rust, even behind the rear...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-29-2023, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 609
Posted By BillGrissom
I don't know the OM606, but sounds strange if new...

I don't know the OM606, but sounds strange if new nozzles in existing housings lowers the pop pressure that much. In my OM617.952, pop pressure should be 1950 psig, which was close to what I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-29-2023, 04:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 636
Posted By BillGrissom
Hella sounds better to me than Bosch. Long ago,...

Hella sounds better to me than Bosch. Long ago, Bosch prostituted their name, branding questionable parts from India and China, like injector nozzles and glow plugs.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-29-2023, 04:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 532
Posted By BillGrissom
Only on the 1985 CA cars, so maybe a CA...

Only on the 1985 CA cars, so maybe a CA dealership still has in stock. A poor design where oil in the crankcase vent flow is supposed to drip into the turbo inlet. As the engine ages and you get...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-29-2023, 04:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 962
Posted By BillGrissom
I don't think there is a relay between the...

I don't think there is a relay between the console switches and window motors, at least diagram doesn't show any and I don't recall any and been "in there" several times. When diagonal windows don't...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-29-2023, 03:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 552
Posted By BillGrissom
I think all 1985 300D sold in U.S. had AC, so you...

I think all 1985 300D sold in U.S. had AC, so you may have other parts. Likely the compressor bracket is still bolted to the engine block (aluminum lower driver's side). Better if the compressor is...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-29-2023, 03:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 599
Posted By BillGrissom
Thanks for the link. $110 is a great price for a...

Thanks for the link. $110 is a great price for a rebuilt booster. For my 1960's classic Chrysler cars, a rebuilt booster is ~$350 and have to get from a specialist like Booster Dewey. Instead, I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-12-2023, 10:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 475
Posted By BillGrissom
Blow-By Tests

A quick poor-man's compression test I posted to youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wUdHjN5tq8

I've been prepping my 1984 300D to sell and compared with my 1985 300D. I saw similar tests...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-27-2023, 08:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 350
Posted By BillGrissom
Climate Vacuum Valves (Codes)

Recently in-there on my 1984 300D. I found 2 of the 5 vacuum solenoid valves were bad. These screw to a metal plate riveted to the side of the climate box, behind the pushbutton switch. Each has 2...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 04-27-2023, 07:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,024
Posted By BillGrissom
Sounds painful, like a waterjet up the urethra. ...

Sounds painful, like a waterjet up the urethra. Hope it works. Reminds of the time I tried water-skiing at age 15. Got up on the skis and to maybe 25 mph when I went down butt-first. Quite an...
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