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Forum: Tech Help 04-15-2009, 02:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,031
Posted By jcwells
124 Body diffferences

Could someone confirm that the only body panel differences between the 94-95 124’s and the pre ’94 cars are the front fenders, hood, lights and body side mouldings.

Specifically I am interested in...
Forum: Tech Help 04-19-2007, 07:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,486
Posted By jcwells
Well, I just did this a few months back and I was...

Well, I just did this a few months back and I was able replace the front cable without pulling the console.

I removed the carpet, panels and I think the drivers seat (can't remember), and then...
Forum: Tech Help 04-05-2007, 06:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 18,885
Posted By jcwells
If it's the vacuum modulator that needs to be...

If it's the vacuum modulator that needs to be replaced, it's no big deal. $70.00 CDN list price. I installed mine after asking much the same questions here about accessibility. You have to remove the...
Forum: Tech Help 04-02-2007, 12:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,871
Posted By jcwells
Informative post. I have been chasing a rear...

Informative post. I have been chasing a rear thump in my 94 wagon as well. I replaced the accumulators, rear sway bar end links and the upper ram bushings, I had some improvement but the annoying...
Forum: Tech Help 02-08-2007, 08:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,513
Posted By jcwells
I am not enough of an expert to contradict the...

I am not enough of an expert to contradict the experts here, but in my opinion, when I changed the accumulators in my 124 wagon they did not self bleed fully.

Maybe if you really load up the rear...
Forum: Tech Help 01-31-2007, 01:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,131
Posted By jcwells
Since you are not using the pump (clutch...

Since you are not using the pump (clutch disconnected), why not just replace the bearing. I did mine a couple of months ago. Easy. Cost: maybe $20 online. Do a search here and the threads should turn...
Forum: Tech Help 01-25-2007, 06:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,004
Posted By jcwells
Chris: Yes, I replaced my harness (and lots...

Chris:

Yes, I replaced my harness (and lots more) as part of this job. It had cracked insulation in a number of areas and I was working to get rid of the check engine light, which had been on for...
Forum: Tech Help 01-25-2007, 06:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,779
Posted By jcwells
Thanks everyone, I will remove the cross-member...

Thanks everyone, I will remove the cross-member and gain some space.

John
Forum: Tech Help 01-24-2007, 11:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,004
Posted By jcwells
I just did this job a few months back and I used...

I just did this job a few months back and I used this article for reference:
https://www.continentalimports.com/ser_ic100345.html

One problem I had was the tendency of the timing cover seal (the...
Forum: Tech Help 01-24-2007, 10:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,779
Posted By jcwells
94 E320 Vacuum modulator replacement questions

I have to replace the transmission vacuum modulator and as is often the case things are a little tight.

I don't have the transmission CD so a couple of questions:

I assume you can do the job...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-22-2006, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,492
Posted By jcwells
I replaced a number of lines in my 124 wagon. I...

I replaced a number of lines in my 124 wagon. I got the fittings and the line from:

http://www.fedhillusa.com/

And I purchased a quality Mastercool flaring tool off ebay.

John
Forum: Tech Help 12-11-2006, 12:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,890
Posted By jcwells
I actually got the part numbers of some threads...

I actually got the part numbers of some threads here. I don't have my order handy, but I will post the numbers later today. If it were me, I would replace the bearing and see how it works. If the...
Forum: Tech Help 12-10-2006, 10:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,890
Posted By jcwells
I just did the air pump and compressor bearings...

I just did the air pump and compressor bearings on my 94 E320 2 days ago.

I got them both at:
http://bearingsdirect.com/products/index.php?action=category&id=56&subid=100

Easy fix for $30 or...
Forum: Tech Help 11-28-2006, 12:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,163
Posted By jcwells
Still waiting for the bearing part number, I need...

Still waiting for the bearing part number, I need to do this job as well.

Thanks,

John
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-20-2006, 12:54 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,965
Posted By jcwells
I converted my 240 to a 4 speed last year, with...

I converted my 240 to a 4 speed last year, with no real issues. Pick up a 4 speed parts car, do the swap and then save all the other goodies off the parts car before having it towed for scrap. The...
Forum: Tech Help 11-14-2006, 12:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,173
Posted By jcwells
One complete discharge is not quite that bad. I...

One complete discharge is not quite that bad. I do recall reading that it kills about 10 -15% of battery life. If it is only 5 months old, I would charge it and continue using it.

You should also...
Forum: Tech Help 11-05-2006, 12:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,361
Posted By jcwells
Well I put the car up on the ramps this afternoon...

Well I put the car up on the ramps this afternoon and after disconnecting the adjustable link, I moved the arm up and down with the car running, and low and behold it worked. After doing it a few...
Forum: Tech Help 11-03-2006, 12:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,361
Posted By jcwells
Replaced the transmission hose and did a fluid...

Replaced the transmission hose and did a fluid and filter change as well. It had been on my list and I had the parts.

While the car was up, I loosened the bleed screw (difficult) and even with the...
Forum: Tech Help 11-02-2006, 08:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,361
Posted By jcwells
I had a trans cooler line go so the car is...

I had a trans cooler line go so the car is sidelined again (it never ends). I'll replace it tonight and then get back to the suspension issues.

I did have a chance to load the back end of the car...
Forum: Tech Help 11-01-2006, 04:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,361
Posted By jcwells
OK, I will heavily load the rear tonight and see...

OK, I will heavily load the rear tonight and see if I can determine that it is pressurizing correctly. I do know that it pumped the correct amount of fluid into the system initially without any...
Forum: Tech Help 11-01-2006, 04:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,361
Posted By jcwells
94 E320 Wagon thumping rear suspension

I just finished some extensive work on this car:
Rust repair
New windshield
Head Gasket
Engine harness
O2 sensor
Cat back exhaust system
Throttle actuator rebuilt
New rear hydraulic...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-25-2006, 06:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,372
Posted By jcwells
Well I can't leave iNeon all alone, I have a 123...

Well I can't leave iNeon all alone, I have a 123 and an SEC and I like the SEC grill on the 123 coupe.

John
Forum: Tech Help 10-24-2006, 12:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,295
Posted By jcwells
Why does the 124 wagon have 2 fuel pumps?

At the end of 6 months of on again off again work on the car I was test driving it and noticed a small fuel leak. It's the pump next to the gas tank and its corroded to the point of leaking. I will...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-16-2006, 12:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,644
Posted By jcwells
I thought I would put some concluding comments on...

I thought I would put some concluding comments on this thread now that I have driven the car for 6 months and about 10,000 KM.

In my opinion whatever vibrations issues I sensed early on are no...
Forum: Tech Help 06-23-2006, 12:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,133
Posted By jcwells
I have a medium tint on all but the driver’s...

I have a medium tint on all but the driver’s window. The rear will be a little tricky because of the curvature. I think mine is 3 pieces. I had the advantage of doing it while it was out of the car...
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 05-31-2006, 01:09 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 31,741
Posted By jcwells
Well I have to vote for red/maroon with tan...

Well I have to vote for red/maroon with tan interior also. Mine was beige on tan and is now red on tan, which is much classier.

John
Forum: Tech Help 05-26-2006, 01:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,396
Posted By jcwells
Well the head is a bit of a beast with the...

Well the head is a bit of a beast with the manifolds still attached but yes, after I have cleaned it I will have it checked with a strait edge. As for any other work, I was leaning towards not...
Forum: Tech Help 05-26-2006, 12:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,370
Posted By jcwells
Thanks Jim B. for the comments on the 240. I...

Thanks Jim B. for the comments on the 240.

I painted it myself ~2 years ago. I posted a thread on my homemade spray booth here:

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=77190

As...
Forum: Tech Help 05-26-2006, 12:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,396
Posted By jcwells
104 Head gasket: Cleaning head and pistons?

Just removed the head from the '94 E320 (104 engine) and I was wondering what technique and or chemicals should one use to clean the pistons tops and the combustion chambers?

Great instructions...
Forum: Tech Help 05-25-2006, 07:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,370
Posted By jcwells
Considering a 1993 300SEL: Comments please

I am considering this ‘93 140 and have read the various 140 threads. I am also familiar with the 104 engine (I am in the middle of a head gasket repair on my wife’s 94 TE), and I believe this year is...
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