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Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-30-2024, 11:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 395
Posted By elcaBob
Thaanks, all!!! I'll check these out!

Thaanks, all!!! I'll check these out!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-29-2024, 04:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 395
Posted By elcaBob
300D Bogging Down

Hello, All.

I have an 85 300D that runs fine for 10-15 minutes. Then, it stars to bog down. It won't go any faster than about 25 mph after that. Can it simply be fuel filters?

It seems the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-13-2023, 02:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 854
Posted By elcaBob
I got it. it was M10 / 1.0. Thanks, Everyone!

I got it. it was M10 / 1.0. Thanks, Everyone!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-11-2023, 03:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 854
Posted By elcaBob
Thanks! If i can't find the specs on it, I'll...

Thanks! If i can't find the specs on it, I'll order that one. I just don't want to be down another week!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-11-2023, 02:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 854
Posted By elcaBob
I'm sorry. I've already recycled it!

I'm sorry. I've already recycled it!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-11-2023, 11:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 854
Posted By elcaBob
W123 control arm

Hello, all.

The upper control arm on my 85 300D sheared off. I've got a new control arm, got everything in place, but... during the great control arm incident of '23, I've lost a bolt. Can...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-07-2023, 03:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 646
Posted By elcaBob
Frank. My apologies. I’m didn’t know what the...

Frank. My apologies. I’m didn’t know what the part was called and thought that was the best way to point it out.

Mark123, I tried the pickle fork. I’ll try you’re suggestion next.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-06-2023, 06:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 646
Posted By elcaBob
Help with suspension

Everyone. I had my driver's side rupper control arm literally break on my 85 300D. I'm replacing it, but... I can't get the the upper control arm separated. Look at 2:55 in this video. That's the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-03-2023, 01:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 496
Posted By elcaBob
Nevermind. Figured it out.

Nevermind. Figured it out.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-03-2023, 12:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 496
Posted By elcaBob
Front Shock Bolt

I've got a weird one, all. The bottom bolt on the driver's side front shock has come off... it's... just... gone. I hear the pop when it came out as I was driving. Does anyone happen to know the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-30-2023, 02:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 752
Posted By elcaBob
I'd love to switch to a sanden compressor... but...

I'd love to switch to a sanden compressor... but they are a smidge expensive.

I do have a couple of more questions: 1. Can you use a parallel flow condenser with an R4 compressor? If so, would...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-22-2023, 04:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 752
Posted By elcaBob
Thank, All! Just what I needed!

Thank, All! Just what I needed!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-17-2023, 02:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 752
Posted By elcaBob
AC Thread for Idjits

Hello, all.

Long story, but my 85 300D has no AC. The condenser, dryer and heater core are there, but nothing else. No hoses, nothing. I know nothing about AC other than it's bloody hot outside...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 03-27-2023, 05:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 691
Posted By elcaBob
WTB B Pillar Lower Trim

Hey, guys. Looking for a driver's side lower trim piece (the part that gets screwed in) for a w123 in bamboo/tan. Or, better yet, if anyone has a 3D printer file for one, that'd be great!
...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-10-2023, 01:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 561
Posted By elcaBob
Another Seat Belt Question

I've found some information about W123 seat belts, but not quite this exact one.

I have an 85 300D with a driver's side seatbelt that is stuck about halfway out. I know about the little explosive...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-02-2023, 04:13 PM
Replies: 2
WTB
Views: 739
Posted By elcaBob
WTB

W123 Interior door handle/armrest. It’s an 85, so it should be palamino in color.

Thanks!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-14-2022, 12:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,538
Posted By elcaBob
OK, added some clean fuel and a big bottle of...

OK, added some clean fuel and a big bottle of Diesel Kleen and cleared it right up. I'll clean the tank out at some point. I'm going to post separately asking the best way to clean the tank without...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2022, 02:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,538
Posted By elcaBob
I had not considered the vent. Ordering the...

I had not considered the vent. Ordering the filters today. And, no, it's not gasoline, but diesel. On the filters, not ONE local parts store even has them available for order. I now HAVE to buy...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2022, 09:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,538
Posted By elcaBob
I have not noticed that it’s only uphill, but I...

I have not noticed that it’s only uphill, but I do only have a quarter tank of gas. Thanks!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-13-2022, 08:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,538
Posted By elcaBob
W123 Wierdness

Hello, all. My 85 300D has started some odd behavior. It’ll be running along just fine and then, suddenly, can’t get out of its own way. I have to practically bury the pedal just to keep it running...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 10-07-2022, 08:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 709
Posted By elcaBob
WTB: W123 Shift Selector

Looking for one of these. The top plate is broken on mine and the lever wants to go WAY left when in drive.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-13-2022, 11:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 813
Posted By elcaBob
WTB W123 AC Compressor Mounting Bolts and Spacers

I have an 85 300D that needs the mounting bolts and spacers for a pancake style AC compressor.

Anybody happen to have them?

Thanks!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-30-2022, 07:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 541
Posted By elcaBob
W123 Compressor Mounting Hardware

Hi, Everyone.

I’m putting a GM/pancake style AC Compressor in my 85 300D. (I bought it with no compressor). It has the bracket, I just need the mounting bolts and spacers.

Does anyone either...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 03-27-2022, 08:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 960
Posted By elcaBob
I got it! Had the tube screwed too far on. Now...

I got it! Had the tube screwed too far on. Now if anyone knows a secret to getting the speedometer cable back on, that'd be great.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 03-27-2022, 04:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 960
Posted By elcaBob
OK, I got the entire assembly changed out and all...

OK, I got the entire assembly changed out and all is great, except.. I'll be damned if I can get the key to turn after I screw the black tube on. What am I missing?

Thanks for any advice!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-23-2022, 10:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 961
Posted By elcaBob
Replaced electronic ignition switch… nada. Gave...

Replaced electronic ignition switch… nada. Gave up and ordered a whole new assembly with tumbler. Thanks, all!
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 03-20-2022, 02:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 960
Posted By elcaBob
W123 steering lock

85 300D key stopped functioning. You could turn it, but it would not see the key positions. I replaced the electrical component ignition switch and I now have position 1 and buzzing as normal....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-21-2022, 08:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 961
Posted By elcaBob
Thanks! Do you just happen to know what that...

Thanks! Do you just happen to know what that part is called?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-20-2022, 05:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 961
Posted By elcaBob
That's how I got him home!

That's how I got him home!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-20-2022, 03:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 961
Posted By elcaBob
Weird Key Thing

Jumped in my 85 300D and turned the key.
Position 1 - Nothing.
Position 2 - Glow Plug buzz as normal for Position 1
There now is no Position 3. Key advances no further. No way to start it up.
...
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