Fixed three of their cars so far, to do: 300D head gasket, ford truck steering column + gearbox.
Fixed a dead ford truck in 5 minets.
I am also repairing a 1989 volvo 240DL for a friend, crank position sensor, waiting for part to arrive.

I will be in DFW within 48 hours. "timer running"

You have my number, if you want me to stop by to visit.

I will get to the salvage yard at least twice, PM your wish list.


Back to work now, then sleep.
Good night.

PMing the short list.

It is as advertised.

Issues:

I removed the redneck folding queen size box spring and cinder block supports.

The alternator belt is MIA, new belt in my tool bag to install next trip.

Power steering belt was worn to 4 MM almost round profile, new belt installed.

Note: the coolant pump is driven by two dedicated fat B belts from the crank shaft.

The engine ground strap is separated from the engine side.

Roof A/C not working, but appears repairable.

The key is missing at the moment, may be forced to hot-wire the ignition or install a domestic switch.

New license plate installed, but I have not heard it run yet.

I plan to be driving it Monday.

Wow!

It sounds like a project that would be overly daunting for any one with less skill than yourself.

Good luck with it!

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

Hows the bus going ?if I was closer to the area I could help out.

The new alternator belt belt is installed.

The engine ground strap is repaired, FYI it has three.

I carved plastic keys , each one is good once

New license plate installed, but I have not heard it run yet.

I drove it to Mount Vernon TX last night.

The right front the air line vibrated off the valve fitting, stopped to repair/re-mount.

The engine cover lock clips are broken = engine compartment heat on feet + massive noise issue.

Muffler broke 75 miles out of Dallas.

Maximum speed 55 MPH dropping to 40 on serious hills = hazard lights all the way.

The valves are in dire need of adjustment.
FYI data:
* Intake 0.20
* Exhaust 0.30

Instruments not working:
* Fuel gauge, keeping it full.
* Temperature gauge, (using my infrared gauge confirmed 80c at every stop
).
* Oil pressure gauge, (aftermarket installed for safety).

What no pictures?

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1991 350SDL. 230,000 miles (new motor @ 150,000). Blown head gasket

Tesla Model 3. 205,000 miles. Been to 48 states!
Past: A fleet of VW TDIs.... including a V10,a Dieselgate Passat, and 2 ECOdiesels.
2014 Cadillac ELR
2013 Fiat 500E.

forgot my camera cable.

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Very funky and VERY cool!

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hum.....
1987 300TD 311,000M Stolen. Presumed destroyed

She is crackling with possibilities.

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1985 300D

Looks like a great starting point!!!

-J

Chop the top...Chop the top...

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Thanks,
Mark in NC

"Spark plugs?...We don't need no stinking spark plugs!"
1985 300SD "Der Silberne Schlitten" 420,000 mi


Wish these were diesel:
2003 Ford Club Wagon 130,000 mi

Insulating the doghouse with the foam/aluminum foil/lead(?) insulation from JC Whitney did make a difference in my 409d. Can't say it became quiet though.

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1977 300d 70k--sold 08
1985 300TD 185k+
1984 307d 126k--sold 8/03
1985 409d 65k--sold 06
1984 300SD 315k--daughter's car
1979 300SD 122k--sold 2/11
1999 Fuso FG Expedition Camper
1993 GMC Sierra 6.5 TD 4x4
1982 Bluebird Wanderlodge CAT 3208--Sold 2/13

ok, now on to serious issues with the truck...



what do you name it?

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John HAUL AWAY, OR CRUSHED CARS!!! HELP ME keep the cars out of the crusher! A/C Thread
"as I ride with my a/c on... I have fond memories of sweaty oily saturdays and spewing R12 into the air. THANKS for all you do!

My drivers:
1987 190D 2.5Turbo
1987 560SL convertible
1987 190D 2.5-5SPEED!!!

1987 300TD
2005 Dodge Sprinter 2500 158"WB
1994GMC 2500 6.5Turbo truck... I had to put the ladder somewhere!