Tuesday, 18 July 2006
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| SVO...poor acceleration and stalling problems Dougcullen@Gmail.Com 05:46:21 |
| | I have a question about my 1982 300SD 240K that's been converted to run
SVO. Please respond especially if you're knowledgable in the veggie oil
systems world. The symptom: The car has extremely poor acceleration -
you have to floor it for about 4 to 5 seconds to get it to move from a
dead stop. In the first half hour of driving though, once the car is
actually moving, it does have some power. However, after things warm up
a bit, it quickly starts to lose power, and when you come to a stop,
the engine will stall. My mechanic noticed that the fuel pump in the
trunk for the veggie tank was excessively hot, whereas it should only
be getting warm to the touch. How likely is it that a stronger and more
efficient fuel pump would solve the acceleration problem? Does it make
sense that the car would progressively lose power if the pump was
getting overheated / overworked? Also, it may be significant to note
that i'm unable to switch the car back to diesel at this point, most
likely because the solenoid switch is broken. So, it is starting and
stopping on veggie at this point, which seems like it might be fine in
the summer months. The previous owner was the one who did the
conversion...
work that has recently been done by my mechanic (who doesn't understand
veggie systems):
replaced timing chain
removed diesel tank and tank filter and cleaned them
cleaned diesel fuel lines
spent a month and a half not doing too much at all with my car
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| C180 wiper problem Col 04:52:19 |
| | Every so often my wiper comes on even though it is set to off, sometimes for
several sweeps. I can sometimes stop it by turning the wiper to on then off
again. Any ideas?
Thanks
Col
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| 280c mercedes ac problem 1998 Guest 04:51:14 |
| | Sometimes the ac works...sometimes not. It usually stops blowing cold
air whein it is hot outside.
When I need it the most !!
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| Replacing Oil Pressure Sensor/ VDO or FAE TIm Burns 02:19:23 |
| | The oil pressure gauge on my 81 380sl w/150k miles is staying pegged
at 3 bars until the oil warms up, and acts erratically after that.
Since the oil level is fine, and none of the other gauges are erratic,
I'm assuming it's the sender, rather than the gauge or a ground. But
even if it isn't, the sender needs to be replaced sooner of later
anyway. So I might as well start there.
I was just wondering if anyone has had any experience with the FAE
sender, since its about $30 less than the VDO sender.
Thanks very much in advance.
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Monday, 17 July 2006
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| Widening Tires MMansilla 19:39:36 |
| | I will soon replace my tires and I'm investigating.
I would like to increase the width to improve the handling of my heavy 124,
while keeping the wheelґs diameter the same (for transmission and
speedometer precision).
As you may know, this is only possible by lowering the tire's section height
(currently 195/65 R15).
WIth a lower section height the tire's deformation is less, and so it has
lower capacity to absorb energy, therefore the ride should be rougher.
If it is so, does tire manufacturers do something to compensate this loss,
like improving the quality of the tireґs materials/rubbers?
Is it advisable to lower the tireґs section height?
Thanks
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| W210 Auxiliary fan belt failure Boborann 19:02:03 |
| | I had the belt on my Auxialiary fan fall off and chew up the condenser and
stall the Motor on teh fan which also cooked
This seems like an expoensive failure because of a fan bely
Anybody ever heard of this ? Also does anybody have teh MB part number for
teh belt I need get a new one along with teh fan and condenser but can't
find a PN
Thanks
BOb
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| BBC Top Gear - behind the scenes Dori A Schmetterling 17:54:48 |
| | Insight into the making of BBC's Top Gear programme, apparently "cult
viewing" in NA.
http://driving.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,22750-2270385,00.html
DAS
For direct contact replace nospam with schmetterling
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| Water intake in E320 Asb 07:08:35 |
| | Hi,
Can someone advise, the possibility of a e320 sucking in watrer if we crossed
a puddle of water about 2 feet deep...
where is the intake of the air cleaner...
is it easy to flush out the water if it has taken it in, what are the
expenses involved
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| Trunk lock doesn't open on '84 300 SD and alarm activating Guest 04:44:21 |
| | I recently have had the onset of the trunk not unlocking with the door
keys when I unlock the driver's door. Eventually, it did open after
jostling with the trunk lid for awhile, and I placed some stuff in the
trunk that I need to access NOW. So, the keys that I have for the auto
do not unlock the trunk but the trunk locked with the door key. I
don't know if the keys I have are valet keys (they look original with
one having red plastic elevated knobs on either side below the key ring
hole). I actually have the car at a paint and body shop and they are
trying to access the side moulding in the trunk. When I returned there
today with the other key, the alarm activated when I opened the
unlocked passenger door, and it continues to go off after I try to get
in the trunk with either of my keys when I open the driver's door
again. Can anyone shed any light on this?
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| Read Mercedes reviews Carbuzzard.Com 04:37:45 |
| | Read Mercedes-Benz new car reviews by professional car reviewers on the web:
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Sunday, 16 July 2006
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| 81 300sd relay identity? [pix inc] Zdilly/Gary 23:04:23 |
| | i have 3 junk mbz books, a 126 cd i bought on ebay, and the official
heating and climate control book i just bought on ebay for a whopping
$129!!! have searched mb groups till i am blue in the face and still
can find no reference as to the identity of the relays in this photo!!
somebody please help me.... i hear people talking of location a,b,c
position etc. can't even find that info. this is an 81 sd. hope you can
help me... -gary
http://img105.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mvc001s5jv.jpg
ps. i am working on my a/c and trying to figure out why i have no power
to the pressure switch..
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| Re: What's the points breaker gap for a 1972 280SE 4.5 liter? Martin Joseph 21:32:07 |
| | On 2006-06-22 05:44:14 -0700, "knucklebuster" <mikeslane@sbcglobal.net> said:> ps: Why are manhole covers round?
So they can't fall down the manhole...
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| SLR finally gets some power ..... Greek_philosophizer 20:34:27 |
| | http://www.classicdriver.com/uk/magazine/3300.asp?id=13040
The new Mercedes-Benz SLR "722 Edition" is powered by a supercharged
5.5-litre V8 engine, hand-built in the AMG engine shop in Affalterbach,
generating 478 kW/650 hp. The car went on sale on July 11th.
The SLR 722 will cost an additional 20,000 EURO above the standard car
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| crankcase ventilation Silverwing 18:21:52 |
| | I'm getting oil in the air filter resevoir on my 1985 380se (V8).
Anyone know what may be causing this ? It's almost as if ther's no
crank ventilation and the oil is being drawn up by the suction from the
ar filter. No PVC on this engine either.
Thanks
Cam
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| Navigation: can't input specific address?? Devon 17:47:06 |
| | I recently acquired a 2000 S500, and I've found that while the
navigation system will let me input a specific address (house no.), it
then forces me to choose from a list of address ranges (e.g., 101-149,
150-199, etc.). I assume I must be missing something? Or is the
system just old and not as precise as others I've used?
Thanks for any help!
Devon
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| 2002 E-320 driver side visor James O'Riley 17:46:08 |
| | The visor on the driver's side makes a very loud "crack" when closed from the half/full open position; otherwise no sound. This seems to happen regardless of the angle, extension or inserted in the right end holder. Any idea what might be causing this? It doesn't appear that the rod can be easily accessed.
Thanks...
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| 86 300SDL Engine Won't Shut Off Eddie 17:07:49 |
| | I recently stored my car for several months and prior to this I added a
fuel preservative to the tank. I now must operate the emergency switch
to shut off the engine. Will this problem correct itself after the fuel
additive is out of the system or do I have a problem that requires
servicing? I have read somewhat about this problem and wonder whether I
may have a vacuum problem with the shut off valve. If so where is the
valve located and is it easy to check? Door locks operate OK. What
might be a ballmark cost for the dealer to repair?
Thanks
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| 450 SLC parts car (maybe) Steve 05:47:23 |
| | I've got a chance to buy a '73 450 SLC. It'll be a parts
car, and I plan on keeping the engine, trans, bumpers, and
lenses. I'll be looking at the car next week, and will need
to make a fast decision. I'd like to know if there is enough
interest in the remaining parts to make it worth while.
Prices will be very reasonable. Let me know what you'd
be interested in.
Steve
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| OEM Mercedes Benz Parts catalogs for sale Joe 00:18:27 |
| | I have the following OEM microfiche parts catalogs for sale for Benz.
Drop me a line with any interest. Thanks, Joe
MERCEDESFROM 9/88190 SERIESSep-97
MERCEDESTO 9/88190 SERIESSep-97
MERCEDES90-95300/350 SERIESNov-95
MERCEDES90-95300CE/E320Nov-96
MERCEDES90-95300E/E320/300D/E300 (FROM 9/89)Nov-96
MERCEDES90-96300SL/SL320/500SL/SL500/600SL/SL600Dec-95
MERCEDES92-95400E/E420/500E/E500Nov-95
MERCEDES92-95400E/E420/500E/E500Nov-96
MERCEDESNAAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONSAug-96
MERCEDESNAAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONSNov-95
MERCEDES96E300/E320/E420Nov-95
MERCEDESNAENGINESNov-96
MERCEDES1991 EDITIONETIS SUPERSEDED PART NUMBERSApr-91
MERCEDES98SLK320Sep-97
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Saturday, 15 July 2006
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| Re: 1995 C220 Surges Viper 22:49:22 |
| | Could the signal stalk also cause a problem with the wipers. It seems that
when I put it on the intermittent setting is sporadically works like the
turn signals.
"Tiger" <tiger0002@hotmail.comn> wrote in message
news:lwRmg.1207$uZ5.661@fe12.lga...> Usually the signal stalk need replacement.>
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| High Speed Vibration John 14:54:19 |
| | I have a 1991 300 SL with 104,000 miles which vibrates when the cars is
running between 60 to 75 mph. The vibration can be felt through the
steering wheel and by a passenger. Above or below the range, the vibration
is not felt. I had the set of tires which had about 9000 miles, re-balanced
and rotated, it didn't help; I had the steering damper replaced by my MB
service garage, this didn't help but the mechanic recommended getting the
wheels rebalance as he did agree there was a problem and didn't like the
fact that the wheel weights were add only on the inside of the wheels; I
next had MB Dealer rebalance this MAY have helped for a few miles but not
for long. In frustration I replaced the tires with a well known National
Brand with the series recommended by this Manufacture. The problem still
persist. The MB garage I use for repairs has a lot of experience. I would
think if there was a problem with the steering or drive train, one of the
mechanics could identify the problem This is getting expensive. Looking
for suggestions as to the next step?
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| 350 SDL normal temp range J. Frank Freeman 09:42:02 |
| | I have just purchased my second 1991-350, my first was an SD, my recently
purchased is an SDL with only 76,000 miles. The car is in mint condition.
My first cars temperature during in town driving on hot days (90-95F) ranged
100- 120 C, I was never comfortable with this, I replaced radiator and
thermostat and helped this somewhat. My current SDL is up to the same old
tricks, the owners manual states than in town severe condition driving can
approach the red mark.
I would appreciate any feedback on this subject.
Thanks in Advance,
Frank
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| 89 560 SL clunk John 560SL 02:16:48 |
| | I have a suspension clunk in the front left side when turning left or
right. If I zig zag down the road I can make it go clunk, clunk clunk
with each turn of the wheel. What should I look for? Thanks for your
input.
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| Z4 M vs Boxster S vs SLK 55 RichAsianKid 01:55:43 |
| | Which of the above is the best roadster? What do people think?
Here's a Russian article. Can anyone translate this.
http://bmw.carclub.ru/articles/allarticles/0000004340/
I'm not sure which one I'd choose. I probably lean towards the Z4 M,
but Boxster S has probably better handling. Recently Boxster S won vs
Z4M in a comparo. SLK 55 has nice hardtop but no manual, but has
presence (read: chicksmobile?) from the front like the SLR. I think all
are winners. Any thoughts?
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