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Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-26-2022, 02:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By jdgrand
I did use a URO window-run. It fit fine but seems...

I did use a URO window-run. It fit fine but seems to stick out a bit more at the rear upper corner than the original -- though it still seems firmly seated. Window opens and closes fine.



I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-25-2022, 02:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By jdgrand
Window run replacement. This is for driver's...

Window run replacement.
This is for driver's side front door but will be same for passenger side front door and similar for rear doors.

1. remove interior handles, trim and door card, etc.
2....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-24-2022, 09:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By jdgrand
I completed the task. Not too hard after all.

I completed the task. Not too hard after all.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-23-2022, 05:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 612
Posted By jdgrand
Window Run Replacement on W123

Hi,
I am preparing to replace the window run on front driver's door on my 83 300TD. I've searched for directions here and on other forums but have found nothing very helpful.

Hoping for some...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-23-2020, 09:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,438
Posted By jdgrand
Thanks everyone for your advice. I found...

Thanks everyone for your advice.

I found the Centric kit at Rock Auto but pistons seem to be out of stock. Found eBay kits with pistons from UK and Lithuania.

Does anyone know the required...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-22-2020, 10:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,438
Posted By jdgrand
Curiouser and curiouser... My friend and...

Curiouser and curiouser...

My friend and fellow 123 owner in town had a set of rear brake calipers that he pulled off his 84 300TD before he scrapped it. He gave them to me this afternoon and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-22-2020, 12:33 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,438
Posted By jdgrand
83 300TD Rear Caliper Advice

I'm replacing the discs, parking brake shoes (down to bare metal!), and hopefully rebuilding the calipers on my '83 300TD (173K).



It's my understanding (from Forum and FSM) that the wagon...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-14-2019, 08:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,834
Posted By jdgrand
NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Car is going in for EGR and swirl motor replacement next week and then consignment.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-05-2019, 06:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,834
Posted By jdgrand
Mobil 1 its whole life.

Mobil 1 its whole life.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-04-2019, 04:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,834
Posted By jdgrand
2006 E320 CDI For Sale, Oregon

Fellow Forum Members,

I have decided to sell my 06 E320 CDI. We recently bought a 06 Sprinter RV and need to downsize the ‘fleet.’ Six vehicles for three people is too many for us. I am the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2018, 12:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 953
Posted By jdgrand
My 83 is the same as well. Any one have a...

My 83 is the same as well. Any one have a solution?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-04-2018, 12:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,677
Posted By jdgrand
W123 Lower Control Arm Eccentric Bolt position: does it matter?

I am slowly working my way through a front-end rebuild on my 83 300TD. I have reinstalled the lower control arm, upper control arms, and spring on the left (driver's) side.

When I removed the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-15-2018, 12:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 605
Posted By jdgrand
Thanks all. I figured it should be OK. I'll use...

Thanks all. I figured it should be OK. I'll use the blue.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-14-2018, 05:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 605
Posted By jdgrand
New Caliper bolts needed? 83 300TD

I'm rebuilding the front end and in the process have removed the front calipers. Do I need to install new mounting bolts when I reinstall the calipers? Or can I safely clean up the old ones, coat...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-22-2017, 12:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 721
Posted By jdgrand
Oil Pan Gasket Leaking After Changing on 83 TD

I just changed my oil pan gasket, along with oil cooler lines, oil filter canister gaskets, and turbo drain tube gasket. Added with 8 quarts of oil, fired it up and voila gasket leaks at two spots...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-08-2017, 11:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,708
Posted By jdgrand
Update

I can confirm that the nuts are copper coated -- I could pick them up with a magnet.

Thanks torsionbar for the info on reusing the original nuts with loctite and why NOT to use the steel nuts and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2017, 10:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,708
Posted By jdgrand
That looks to be the right nut. Thanks...

That looks to be the right nut. Thanks Alec300SD.
I wonder if non-turbo engines have smaller diameter manifold studs.

I tried my old nuts as tangofox007 suggested. I could only get them...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2017, 02:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,708
Posted By jdgrand
Thanks, I'll try that.

Thanks,
I'll try that.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2017, 11:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,708
Posted By jdgrand
Waiting hear back from Pelican on size specs for...

Waiting hear back from Pelican on size specs for that nut.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2017, 11:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,708
Posted By jdgrand
Those are the wrong size

Alec300SD I found those too and was about to order them but then I double checked and they are the wrong size for the car. It has a 10mm stud and the nuts are 17mm hex.

I think this one is the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-05-2017, 02:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,708
Posted By jdgrand
What about this?

Thanks for the input.

I got some regular vacuum line from Napa which seems to be what was on there before. Line was a little swollen at the turbo end (closest to exhaust manifold) and beginning to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-02-2017, 11:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,708
Posted By jdgrand
Turbo (KKK) and exhaust nut questions: 83 300TD?

I have the intake/exhaust manifold off to check turbo and replace leaking gaskets.

A couple of questions:

1) I need to replace the wastegate hose but the Mercedes wastegate hose (part number...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-10-2016, 12:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 538
Posted By jdgrand
Thanks for the suggestions. I'll start with...

Thanks for the suggestions. I'll start with checking the wires at the hinge and then check out the connector again.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-09-2016, 09:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 538
Posted By jdgrand
Rear power window puzzle 83 TD

I'm trying to solve this puzzle on my 83 300 TD:
The right rear window can be powered up and down only from the driver's switch when the door is closed.
All the other doors can be powered up and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-11-2016, 11:24 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 929
Posted By jdgrand
E 320 CDI glow plug controller change problems

I bought an 06 e320 cdi white with 90500 mi. back in Feb. and am loving it. Thanks to all you cdi posters for arming me with great info before buying.

About 2 weeks ago the glow plug light...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-02-2015, 12:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,075
Posted By jdgrand
Thanks for the excellent advice. I think a...

Thanks for the excellent advice. I think a friend has one of those connectors kicking around as he just put in a dishwasher but didn't need that adapter. I have the carpet pulled back so access...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-29-2015, 04:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,075
Posted By jdgrand
Missing Hose from evaporator box? 83 300TD

While replacing the leg-room flap vacuum actuator I noticed that there seems to be a missing hose coming from the evaporator box to the center of the transmission hump under the dash. See photos. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-01-2015, 10:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 927
Posted By jdgrand
Thanks and a few more questions

Thanks to all who have posted with advice, especially that I can replace the vacuum pods/actuators without removing the dash.
I do have a couple more questions though:
1) Are there any other parts...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-18-2015, 12:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 927
Posted By jdgrand
Update: Big project ahead

Thanks for the advice. Yes, my Mityvac has been my friend of late. Found test procedures at Startek for switch-over valves and vacuum pods/actuators and opened up the center console and pulled...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-07-2015, 08:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 927
Posted By jdgrand
More Vacuum Puzzles 83 300TD

I posted a thread asking for help tracking down a vacuum leak which I though might be in the master door lock vacuum switch. Thanks again for all who posted.

I thought I had it solved by...
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