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$14.99

Diesel VCV Valve Installation and Linkage Adjustment Instructions - On Demand Video

Applies to OM617 Turbo Diesels from 1978 to 1985 and OM616 and OM617 Non Turbo engines 1980 to 1983

In this 17 minute instructional video Kent will walk you through removing and installation a VCV valve off the back of the injection pump and the proper way to adjust the linkage travel for best performance.  A number of tips will be shared to reduce frustration and prevent problems.

$3.75

615 616 617 Diesel Valve Cover Wave Washers x 8

All 200D 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD 1964 to 1985

These washers are installed right under the four nuts that hold the valve cover securely to the cylinder head. They help to prevent the over tightening of the valve cover as well as prevent the nut from loosening up. They also keep the nut from gouging the metal out of the valve cover.

$39.50

1978 to 1985 Diesel VCV ( Vacuum Control Valve ) Internal Inspection and Service Kit

We can not call this a rebuild kit because not all VCV valves are repairable. Comes with 3 detailed On-demand videos to remove, test, and service!

The VCV valve controls the critical shifting patterns of most diesel automatic transmissions from 1978 to 1985. This includes the 1978 to 1985 300SD, the 1980 to 1985 W123 300D, 300CD and 300TD and the 1980 to 1983 240D.

300D 300CD 300TD 300SD Valve Cover Gasket Set
$34.50

5 Cyl. 617 Diesel Valve Cover Gasket Set of (3)

Fits 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD - Receive a Related Bonus-Product FREE!

Fits 115, 116, 123 and 126 5 cylinder diesel engines (both non-turbo and turbo) from 1975 to 1985. These should be changed every time you remove your valve cover for valve adjustment or other maintenance. Stock up now for a great price on a set of 3.

220D 240D 4 Cylinder Valve Cover Gasket Set
$29.50

220D 240D 4 Cylinder Valve Cover Gasket Set of (3)

For diesel 615 and 616 engines

Fits 110, 115 and 123 four cylinder diesel engines. These should be changed every time you remove your valve cover for valve adjustment or other maintenance. Stock up now for a good price on a set of 3.

When replacing your valve cover you may need wave washers. Look below.

$118.75

615 616 617 Diesel Valve Adjusting Wrench Kit - Designed by Kent Bergsma - Made in the U.S.A.

For adjustable valve clearances on 190D 200D 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD 1961 to 1985

These wrenches are fantastic labor savers. If you have been thinking about adjusting your diesels valves on your own - this kit will save you time, frustration, and high shop labor costs. Now is the time to get your own pair. NOW WITH RUBBERIZED GRIP HANDLES. Made in the U.S.

$118.50

300SD 300D 300TD 300CD Valve Cover ( used )

5 cylinder non turbo and turbo diesel engines 1975 to 1985 - LAST ONE!

 Fits 123, 126 and 116 chassis 5 cylinder diesel engines from 1977 to 1985. This valve cover is in good condition with no cracks or heavy corrosion.

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$7.99

Troubleshooting Older Diesel Automatic Transmission Shift Problems - On Demand Video

Knowing where each component is located and what it does is the start of solving externally caused shift problems

I don't think there is any owner out there who has owned a 1978 to 1993 diesel automatic for any length of time and who has not had some sort of shift problem with the transmission. Maybe it was just a little jerk or a slipping shift. Maybe the rear end clunked hard when you came to a stop.

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Step-by-Step Diesel Purge Instructions - On Demand Video Instruction
$8.99

Purging a Diesel Engine Fuel Delivery System Step-by-Step - On Demand Video

How to use the best medicine for sick diesels to perform a proper diesel purge

Rough running diesels abound everywhere. The symptoms include poor acceleration, no power, and excess exhaust smoke. Some times these can be a sign of real problems. Other times it may mean your fuel injection system just needs a good cleaning. And NOTHING cleans better than Diesel Purge.

61x Diesel Automatic Transmission Tuning Manual
$28.50

Diesel Automatic Transmission PEAK Performance Tuning Manual by Kent Bergsma

Receive two related On-Demand videos FREE! Covers ALL Diesel Automatics from 1969-1984 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD

I have received so many emails on this topic that I had to sit down and write a very detailed manual over 130 pages in length!  Let's face it! Diesel automatic transmissions can be troublesome, particularly those models that use vacuum to control shifts.

$239.00

4 Cylinder 220D 240D Physical Exam Kit - Check Engine Health

You can save thousands $$ by doing this yourself and catching problems early.

If you are going to buy or have just purchased an older 4 cylinder Mercedes Diesel the first thing you need to do is a good physical exam of the engine. It is even better to do this BEFORE you purchase the car to prevent surprises and pain in your wallet.

$246.50

5 Cylinder 617 300D 300TD 300SD Physical Exam Kit

Check the Health of your Diesel Engine Yourself - Save BIG $$$

If you are going to buy or have just purchased an older 5 cylinder Mercedes Diesel (1975 to 1985) the first thing you need to do is a good physical exam of the engine. Don't throw money at a car that has a dying engine.

$2.95

123 107 126 201 124 722.3x and 722.4x Transmission Modulator O-ring Seal

For re-sealing green and black modulators on most 1981 to 1993 models.

If your modulator is working ok, but leaking transmission fluid, you may only need to replace the inexpensive oring ( o ring ). You do have to be careful when removing the modulator from the transmission. For instructions (available separately) see related products below.

$49.95

OM616 and OM617 Diesel Engine HIGH Pressure Injection Pump Timing Kit

Comes with HOUR LONG VIDEO instructions. Requires pressure tank for accurate and consistent results.

Kent's procedure uses the factory recommended "drip tube method" but with a "twist." He has devised a way to get accurate and consistant IP timing results while trying to get the drip tube to drip at one drip per second exactly when it should!

$78.00

All 61x and Some 60x Diesel Engine Compression Tester Kit With Test Guide

APPLICATION:For 190D 200D 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD 300SDL. Also 350SD 350SDL 190D 2.5 300D 2.5 with conditions***

For use on all*** Mercedes diesels 1959 to 1993. BUT PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE SOME LIMITATIONS ON THE LATER MODELS. Test compression on 110, 115, 116, 123, 126, 201,124 AND 140 chassis. Almost ALL models up through 1987 can be tested through the fuel injector hole.

$179.50

M117 V8 Timing Chain and Upper Guide Rail (3) Replacement Kit w/ Written and Video Instructions

Prevents Catastrophic failures on 4.5, 5.0, 5.6 liter V8 engines from 1972 to 1991. NOTE: Oil tube clips and valve cover gaskets available separately

If you own a Mercedes with the M117 V8 engine timing chain failure can really ruin your day! If the engine it turning at high speed when this happens, it can destroy the engine. If it happens at low speed, you may get away with removing the heads and replacing some bent valves.

$169.50

M116 V8 Timing Chain and Upper Guide Rail (3) Replacement Kit w/ Written and Video Instructions

Prevents Catastrophic failures on 3.5 and 4.2 liter V8 engines from 1970 to 1991 and the 3.8 (380) engine ONLY with twin row timing chain.

If you own a Mercedes with the M116 V8 engine (expect 1980 to 1982 380 engines with single low chains) timing chain failure can really ruin your day! If the engine it turning at high speed when this happens, it can destroy the engine.

$12.80

Early V8 and Diesel Engine Rotation Socket and Extension

27mm / 1 1/16" six point 3 in deep socket with short extension just the right length to fit into the front pulleys and clear the radiator on most early 6 clyinder, small V8 and diesel engines from the early 1960's up to 1985

For a number of maintenance operations, you need to be able to turn the engine over by hand. This includes valve adjustment, timing chain replacement, injection pump timing on diesel engines, checking and setting internal engine timing, draining the torque converter, and others.

On Demand Video
$9.99

Early V8 Engine Compression Test Procedures - On Demand Video

30 minute Instructions apply all M116 and M117 engines from 1970 to 1991. Principles also apply to 4 and 6 cylinder gas engines during that same period.

This video will walk you step-by-step through the proper procedures for doing a full compression test on your older V8 Mercedes Engine.

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$12.99

Transmission Bowden Shift Control Cable Removal and Replacement - On Demand Video

Specific instructions for 1981 to 1985 Turbo Diesel Automatic Transmissions

The bowden cable runs from the transmission to the throttle linkage on many Mercedes from the early 1980's up through the early mid 1990's. When this cable fails or is out of adjustment the transmission will either shift too early or too late.

$29.50

Engine Crank Rotation Adjustable Length 1/2 Inch Drive Ratchet Wrench

Rotate Engines on 220D 240D 300D 300CD 300TD 300SD 300SDL and all V8's from 1970 to 1991 - Extends to 18 inches long!

This is Kents new favorite ratchet wrench for turning engines over during service and repair. There are a number of maintenance procedures that require you rotate the engine over by hand.