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Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 04-16-2021, 09:31 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Progress is slow but steady... Buttoned up...

Progress is slow but steady...

Buttoned up the rear doors. Tinted the windows and installed the new door panels. Looking much better.

https://i.imgur.com/s1YI9cLl.jpg
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Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 04-08-2021, 02:41 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Got the Bilstein HDs installed on the front...

Got the Bilstein HDs installed on the front today. BIG difference in handling and no more spongy/sway feeling from the front. Really stiffened things up (which is a good thing in this case). ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-08-2021, 10:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 778
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Check your shifter bushings. If they are in good...

Check your shifter bushings. If they are in good shape, the linkage is adjustable. If it is showing R on the shifter while in neutral, I'd say the linkage needs to be shortened just a bit. The rod...
Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 04-06-2021, 04:02 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Suspension was at full droop with no shocks. ...

Suspension was at full droop with no shocks. Shouldn't have let it hang like that but I've got new ones that are going on in the next few weeks. According to the FSM, the rear shocks function as...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-05-2021, 03:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 585
Posted By AcIdBuRn
The ones I ordered do have a "116" part code... ...

The ones I ordered do have a "116" part code...


https://www.pelicanparts.com/More_Info/1163241104.htm?pn=116-324-11-04-M1412&SVSVSI=3337&DID=279
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-05-2021, 03:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 585
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Ordered 126 springs from Pelican. Figured that's...

Ordered 126 springs from Pelican. Figured that's what I needed. They seem to be too soft. The ride quality is great... but don't seem to like the weight of the car.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-05-2021, 02:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 585
Posted By AcIdBuRn
300SD Rear Air Shock Retrofit?

Hey alls..


So I just replaced the rear springs and spring buffers on my '83 300SD. It had the heaviest springs and the thickest pads in it originally.. so I ordered Bilstein springs and the...
Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 04-05-2021, 12:59 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Some progress made! Pile of parts... ...

Some progress made!

Pile of parts...
https://i.imgur.com/GDqwSQsl.jpg

Old rear springs and buffers out..
https://i.imgur.com/XSqqOACl.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/tCtBXd7l.jpg
Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 04-02-2021, 04:36 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Interior parts arrived today. Got some cleaning...

Interior parts arrived today. Got some cleaning to do. I'll post pics of the good tonight if I get a chance.

Also hoping to get the new springs in the rear and spring rubbers all around in this...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-01-2021, 03:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,713
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Gotcha. Thanks for clarification.

Gotcha. Thanks for clarification.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-01-2021, 03:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 938
Posted By AcIdBuRn
https://i.imgur.com/TaX0iwel.jpg She's on her...

https://i.imgur.com/TaX0iwel.jpg
She's on her last leg.. needs restored or parted out but anyways... here's my '75 240D
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-01-2021, 08:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,713
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Re-flow the solder joints on the tach amp. Thats...

Re-flow the solder joints on the tach amp. Thats the most common issue. For my year, its a round black piece on the driver's side inner fender. Lots of info on how to do it and its pretty easy. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-31-2021, 04:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,918
Posted By AcIdBuRn
The youngest generations are being brought up in...

The youngest generations are being brought up in a "throw away" world. Things aren't meant to last... they are meant to be cheap and easily replaced in all respects... from basic toys... ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-31-2021, 03:47 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 46,961
Posted By AcIdBuRn
I'm now using Cohline 15mm hose, double clamps...

I'm now using Cohline 15mm hose, double clamps and safety wire. No leaks.. no issues. I can certainly see it being a viable permanent fix. Just monitor the hoses for signs of failure such as...
Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 03-31-2021, 03:12 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Plate came in... ...

Plate came in...

https://i.imgur.com/CvUng2jl.jpg

Also did some work on the back glass. The glass is de-laminated and trashed. I'm planning on tinting the windows anyways so I tinted the...
Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 03-30-2021, 12:19 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Started gutting the interior today as my new...

Started gutting the interior today as my new interior parts should be in later this week. Back seat was mostly destroyed. Seat bottom is ~marginal.. seat back was garbage. Kept the arm rest and...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-29-2021, 12:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,946
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Got it done and all is well so far. No more...

Got it done and all is well so far. No more leaks.
Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 03-29-2021, 12:26 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Planning on doing that on the next fluid change.

Planning on doing that on the next fluid change.
Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 03-29-2021, 10:18 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Got the 126 in the shop this weekend and up on my...

Got the 126 in the shop this weekend and up on my new portalift. Really liking the Quickjack 7k so far.

Anyways.. replaced shifter bushings (they were missing)... drained the transmission...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2021, 04:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,946
Posted By AcIdBuRn
I believe it is functional as I can physically...

I believe it is functional as I can physically watch oil pressure decrease slightly when it opens.


I'll check it out though. Certainly wouldn't be hard to install an aftermarket t-stat. At...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2021, 12:50 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,946
Posted By AcIdBuRn
So after doing some looking... it looks like my...

So after doing some looking... it looks like my oil cooler may be weeping a bit at the top tank as well. Can't verify yet... but will this weekend.

For the time being, I'll be running this...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2021, 09:29 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,946
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Everything stays in the car. We're talking about...

Everything stays in the car. We're talking about only replacing the short rubber sections of the lines which are the typical failure points. May have to remove the fan shroud or fan to make room......
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-25-2021, 12:33 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,946
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Those do work... but you must have the exact...

Those do work... but you must have the exact size for your specific hose and room to properly crimp them.


Some have tried to use this style and they weren't the exact size. The lines blew off...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-25-2021, 12:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,946
Posted By AcIdBuRn
You can certainly make a hose clamp fail. Over...

You can certainly make a hose clamp fail. Over torquing is the #1 cause. Most clamps reach full hold potential somewhere around 30in. lbs. That is basically just snug with a 1/4" ratchet. Sure...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-25-2021, 12:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,946
Posted By AcIdBuRn
The safety wire can be done a few ways... ...

The safety wire can be done a few ways... Under the clamp or around the clamp. Either way works fine.

You wrap the stainless wire around or through the clamp and then tie it off to something...
Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 03-25-2021, 11:02 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
The are ~29" diameter. 235/75/15s. Got the...

The are ~29" diameter. 235/75/15s. Got the tires for ~74 each new and they are a 60k tire. Should get a lot of life out of them.


I live in a fairly rural area.. gravel roads and such are...
Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 03-24-2021, 05:11 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Lol.. it's called Raptor Liner. It's very...

Lol.. it's called Raptor Liner. It's very similar to Rhino Liner except you can spray it yourself. Its a textured sprayable coating used for all sorts of things including bed liners.

No it will...
Forum: Restoration Projects & Long-Term Builds 03-24-2021, 04:38 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,720
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Just scored all 4 door panels, complete back...

Just scored all 4 door panels, complete back seat, and passenger seat from a 2nd gen 126 for a reasonable price in the factory color and in mint condition. All the trim is in great shape... ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-24-2021, 11:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 385
Posted By AcIdBuRn
Bowden cable adjustment sleeve thread size?

Hey guys...


So while trying to sort out my erratic shifting issues in the 300SD.. I discovered that the adjustment sleeve on the engine side of the bowden cable is broken.


Does anyone know...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-23-2021, 11:45 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,946
Posted By AcIdBuRn
I think I'll do just that however I will likely...

I think I'll do just that however I will likely wrap the hose behind the clamp... come forward to behind the barb on the hard line to lock them in place. I've got stainless safety wire.

Also...
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