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Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-15-2016, 04:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,566
Posted By elcaBob
Thanks, Demothen!

Thanks, Demothen!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-15-2016, 12:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,566
Posted By elcaBob
Cig Lighter / Phone Charger

Hello, all.

The cigarette lighter in my 77 240D won't hold a cell phone charger. It just pops out. If you hold the charger in place, power flows fine and it charges the phone normally. Does...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-18-2016, 06:48 PM
Replies: 13
Oil
Views: 977
Posted By elcaBob
Oil

I was searching and not finding, so...

I found a Valvoline product I've never seen before at the local Wal-Mart. I can't even find it on the Valvoline website. Anyone ever seen (or better) used...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-13-2016, 01:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,633
Posted By elcaBob
Looks like the torque converter is just not...

Looks like the torque converter is just not getting fluid.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 07-12-2016, 06:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 587
Posted By elcaBob
Hi, I'm looking for a manual transmission setup...

Hi, I'm looking for a manual transmission setup for my 77 240D. I want to convert it from automatic, so what you have sounds great! My transmission died and left us with one car and it's killin'...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-12-2016, 06:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,633
Posted By elcaBob
I wasn't trying to fool anyone. I just wanted to...

I wasn't trying to fool anyone. I just wanted to know what I should check to be sure whether the trans was gone or not. If I did all the things suggested and none of the worked, then it's probably a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2016, 08:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,633
Posted By elcaBob
OK. I've been working on this for the last hour...

OK. I've been working on this for the last hour or so and I'm up to the nearly full mark and NO movement at all.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2016, 07:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,633
Posted By elcaBob
So, with all that being said, how do I ensure...

So, with all that being said, how do I ensure that fluid is getting in to the torque converter? Just add a little at a time, then siphon is off as needed? Is there another way to tell if the T.C....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2016, 04:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,633
Posted By elcaBob
I hate to add more ATF as the dipstick shows low...

I hate to add more ATF as the dipstick shows low normal. However, I don't know if the transmission is adequately heating up when I power the engine or if any fluid has gone into the torque converter.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2016, 03:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,633
Posted By elcaBob
It's been a couple of weeks, but I put back...

It's been a couple of weeks, but I put back exactly as much as I took out.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2016, 03:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,633
Posted By elcaBob
I did. I drained it and replaced the plug.

I did. I drained it and replaced the plug.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2016, 03:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,633
Posted By elcaBob
Transmission

OK, all. I posted a bit about this before, but now I'm totally baffled. I have a 77 240d automatic. One lovely day, I changed the transmission fluid and filter. After I was done, I had NO...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-11-2016, 02:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,425
Posted By elcaBob
Man, I miss living in that area! I lived in...

Man, I miss living in that area! I lived in Monrovia and worked in Pasadena. I want to go to Santa Anita in the worst way! There's an amazing burrito stand at Myrtle and Duarte Rd. Oklahoma is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 07-10-2016, 09:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,291
Posted By elcaBob
How about that transmission? Do you know which...

How about that transmission? Do you know which transmission it is? I'm just up in Tulsa, so it would be great if it fit. I'm looking for one to go in my 77 240d.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-10-2016, 01:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,258
Posted By elcaBob
What condition is your 300d in? What do you want...

What condition is your 300d in? What do you want for it? Manual or automatic?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-08-2016, 12:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 865
Posted By elcaBob
NO NO! I meant the hole in the air filter lid...

NO NO! I meant the hole in the air filter lid had sharp edges! Diesel911, you can be as sharp as you like! With all the advice you've given me, you've earned it!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-08-2016, 11:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 906
Posted By elcaBob
I have made the drive from Columbus to Atlanta...

I have made the drive from Columbus to Atlanta many times without A/C. You've gotta love your car!

Go Wreck!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-07-2016, 01:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,934
Posted By elcaBob
I hate to be the whiner.. (c'mon, there always is...

I hate to be the whiner.. (c'mon, there always is one), but can anyone be more specific about where we'd find this nut?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-06-2016, 09:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 865
Posted By elcaBob
I got off my rear end, measured the hole and went...

I got off my rear end, measured the hole and went to Lowe's.

The grommet that fits is 1-1/8 OD x 5/8 ID. This fits perfectly.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-06-2016, 07:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 865
Posted By elcaBob
OK, how about this. Does anyone know the...

OK, how about this. Does anyone know the availability of just the grommet?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-06-2016, 06:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 865
Posted By elcaBob
Well, It seems a bit sharp, so I'd like to have...

Well, It seems a bit sharp, so I'd like to have whatever part I need to join the clear hose to the air filter cover for a good seal.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-06-2016, 06:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,904
Posted By elcaBob
While it's true that newer cars are not as well...

While it's true that newer cars are not as well made, a good deal of it is because the government keeps adding tougher and tougher restrictions on fuel efficiency. Cars MUST get x per gallon or they...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-04-2016, 08:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 865
Posted By elcaBob
Vac Pump Line

Another not so brilliant question, all. In my '77 240D, there is a clear, plastic tube that comes from the vacuum pump and runs to the top of the air filter. On the air filter end of that tube,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-30-2016, 09:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 882
Posted By elcaBob
Funny, my wife and I are just at the beginning...

Funny, my wife and I are just at the beginning stages of considering a move to Ireland. On a lark, I looked at the availability of old MB diesels in the area and, just as you describe, there are...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-27-2016, 08:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,305
Posted By elcaBob
Frank, you're right. I updated my profile with...

Frank, you're right. I updated my profile with more specific info. Thanks.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-27-2016, 07:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,305
Posted By elcaBob
Well, it's full of fresh fluid, has a new filter...

Well, it's full of fresh fluid, has a new filter and still NO transmission action. Guess it's time to try and find a replacement tranny.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-27-2016, 05:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,305
Posted By elcaBob
Thanks, all. I got it home. Got to figure out...

Thanks, all. I got it home. Got to figure out what to do now.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-27-2016, 04:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,305
Posted By elcaBob
OK, let me explain this as he explained it to me...

OK, let me explain this as he explained it to me this morning. Tell me if this makes sense.

There is a shaft that gets progressively smaller from the engine all the way though the transmission...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-27-2016, 01:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,305
Posted By elcaBob
Sounds like i am, indeed, getting hosed. Im...

Sounds like i am, indeed, getting hosed. Im having it towed home today.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-27-2016, 10:37 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,305
Posted By elcaBob
OK.. a bit of an update. Mechanic now says the...

OK.. a bit of an update. Mechanic now says the shaft for the transmission oil pump is broken. Anyone know if that is a big repair?
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