Engine
616 617 Used Diesel Engine Transplant / Major Service Requirements
Don't just install the engine without taking care of a number of potential problems
W116, BENZ AID - COMMON QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
84 300D Turbo oil leak
I have an oil leak on my 1984 300D Turbo in the area of the turbo oiler pipe behind the motor, below the valve cover gasket. I am just now seeing it since the engine was covered in oil and I have washed it down several times and have finally found the originating point of the leak. Unfortunately it is tough to pinpoint exactly since that are is so tight. The oils is dripping down the rear of the engine and on to the transmission. Is it common that the pipe may have sprung a leak from chafing in that area or is it possibly something else? It is definitely not the valve cover gasket.
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leaky injector 79 240D
It's been one thing after another with this car. Just replaced the starter with one we bought from ya'll, and it worked great, then today a leaking injector. Diesel is flowing out. It's the one closest to the firewall/cab. Does this problem describe a bad injector? Is this an easy fix? Any tips or direction is most appreciated.
Thanks! Shelly (Standing in for Pete)
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Vacuum
Determining Correct 1980 to 1985 Diesel Vacuum System Hose and Line Routing
When troubleshooting your vacuum system you must know where the hoses and lines go
'96 E300D...can it be a DIY car?
Was wondering if a '96 E300D would be a decent DIY vehicle? From pictures, it looks like it has a 6 cylinder derivative of the older 300SDL engine...but it looks HARD to do anything yourself and parts sourcing looks difficult with normal sources like this site.
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Engine
Removing Rounded Out or Damaged Hex Head Bolts
Avoid the pain of having to drill or cut the bolts off
Rust / Corrosion
Miracle Rust Repair for Your Old Mercedes
Yes there is! Miracle Paint and fiberglass cloth can work miracles.
89 560 sel sits tilted
after my w126 560 sel sits for a while the left rear sags and the right front seems to lift. i played around with the ride hieght mech that is clamped to the rear sway bar but all that did was change the ride hieght. it does level out after a couple of miles. it's like something is leaking down somewhere, but where?
thanks
mike