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Forum: Tech Help 08-28-2007, 11:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,542
Posted By JBS
I'm so sorry! Geez!!! I had already told you what...

I'm so sorry! Geez!!! I had already told you what the problem was. I was posting so that people who have the same issue in the future would have the information they needed. It sounds like I bruised...
Forum: Tech Help 08-27-2007, 11:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,542
Posted By JBS
It did keep the engine from starting. FYI,...

It did keep the engine from starting.

FYI, the owner of the machine shop that works exclusively on heads, went over everything I had done because he was skeptical about the valves being the...
Forum: Tech Help 08-21-2007, 04:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,542
Posted By JBS
Each cylinder was at TDC when I performed the...

Each cylinder was at TDC when I performed the test. 0 degrees for 1 & 6, 120, and 240 degrees.........
Again, the engine is timed correctly and I can visually determine by looking at the camshaft...
Forum: Tech Help 08-19-2007, 05:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,542
Posted By JBS
Found it! Burned valves. I put the head back on...

Found it! Burned valves. I put the head back on and pressurized the cylinders while on TDC. Intrestingly coming from the intake valves, not the exhaust. Another trip to the machine shop!
Forum: Tech Help 08-19-2007, 02:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,542
Posted By JBS
All of the bolts are between 161 and 162 mm in...

All of the bolts are between 161 and 162 mm in length. Spec. is new @ 160 and 163.5 mm Max.
Forum: Tech Help 08-19-2007, 02:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,542
Posted By JBS
Hi Mike. Yes, I have performed a head gasket...

Hi Mike.
Yes, I have performed a head gasket change before. It is a straight 6. I cleaned the head bolt holes to remove any trapped engine oil and to not damage the block when re-torquing the bolts....
Forum: Tech Help 08-19-2007, 02:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,542
Posted By JBS
This morning I ran a compression test. Not...

This morning I ran a compression test. Not good.None of the cylinders were up to specs. As I mentioned I had the head re-surfaced. Maybe I burned out the rings? I am also going to check the head...
Forum: Tech Help 08-18-2007, 06:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,542
Posted By JBS
No, I replaced it with the non-biodegradeable...

No, I replaced it with the non-biodegradeable version about two years ago.
Forum: Tech Help 08-18-2007, 05:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,542
Posted By JBS
95 e320 will not start after head gasket replacement.

I just replaced the head gasket on my 1995 E320. The old gasket failed after 255,000 miles and pressurized the cooling system. I did not notice until there was a loss of power and pinging. The engine...
Forum: Tech Help 12-09-2006, 11:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 918
Posted By JBS
95 e320 Dome light and seat adjustment not working when drivers door open.

I shorted out the "Puddle light" on the bottom of the driver's door. Please, don't ask. Now, the driver's power seat, puddle lamp, and the dome light do not function when the drivers side door is...
Forum: Tech Help 06-03-2006, 02:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,899
Posted By JBS
Fuses!

Yes it is. However, that is for the engine wiring harness that is exposed to heat, water, etc. I replaced mine about 8 months ago. That is a completly seperate issue. The #5 fuse's conductor had just...
Forum: Tech Help 05-27-2006, 01:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,899
Posted By JBS
Beware of deceptive fuses!

I know this is an old thread but thanks guys for saving me who know how much money! I can now cancel my dealership appointment and keep my money.

After reading you post I went and completly...
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2005, 10:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,147
Posted By JBS
:eek:!!!

:eek:!!!
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2005, 10:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,147
Posted By JBS
See this thread. ...

See this thread.

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=112083
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2005, 10:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 751
Posted By JBS
Another is Sun Valley Mercedes in California....

Another is Sun Valley Mercedes in California. They just installed a reman. in my car and it works great. I am fortunate enough to be just a few miles away from them but they will ship pretty much...
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2005, 10:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,187
Posted By JBS
I replaced both fans and all is well. I'm glad it...

I replaced both fans and all is well. I'm glad it happened when it did because I have been driving in 100+ degree heat for the past week here in Southern California.

Thanks for everyone's input!...
Forum: Tech Help 07-08-2005, 07:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,156
Posted By JBS
Not sure about your model but, I have seen this...

Not sure about your model but, I have seen this happen when the person doing the alignment did not "center" the steering wheel before starting the alignment. Therefore he adjusted everything...
Forum: Tech Help 07-08-2005, 06:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,027
Posted By JBS
All fixed! I went back to Sun Valley today and...

All fixed! I went back to Sun Valley today and Mark said that the problem appeared to be that something was stuck in the valve body. They poped on another one and the car is perfect. The car now...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 07-08-2005, 06:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,936
Posted By JBS
All fixed! I went back to Sun Valley today and...

All fixed! I went back to Sun Valley today and Mark said that the problem appeared to be that something was stuck in the valve body. They poped on another one and the car is perfect. The car now...
Forum: Tech Help 07-07-2005, 01:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,007
Posted By JBS
I don't know if there is really any reason to go...

I don't know if there is really any reason to go with a factory reman. instead of a 3rd party. I think that you may possibly have a harder time getting warrenty work from MB than the others.

When...
Forum: Tech Help 07-06-2005, 10:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,187
Posted By JBS
I think you nailed it Arthur. I did as you...

I think you nailed it Arthur. I did as you instructed. I even removed the headlight fo access to the resistor from the front. Same result. I had to spin the fan to get it going. I guess I had to spin...
Forum: Tech Help 07-06-2005, 09:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,007
Posted By JBS
Just replaced my 722.354 with a reman. after...

Just replaced my 722.354 with a reman. after 192,000 miles from the first one. Am taking it back for an adjustment on Friday, (See my other post). Got mine from Sun Valley. 2 year warrenty, good...
Forum: Tech Help 07-06-2005, 09:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 843
Posted By JBS
What is your year and model? Do they come on when...

What is your year and model? Do they come on when the AC is running?
Forum: Tech Help 07-06-2005, 09:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,187
Posted By JBS
95 e320 Cooling fans need help starting.

On my 95 E320 I have noticed something very strange. The auxillary cooling fans work sometimes, not others. Twice, when sitting in traffic, I have had to turn the heater on full blast to pull the...
Forum: Tech Help 07-06-2005, 09:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,027
Posted By JBS
Thanks for the information. I spoke with the shop...

Thanks for the information. I spoke with the shop that installed the trans. this morning. They think that an older model valve body was installed. They also stated that they could adjust the 1st to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 07-06-2005, 09:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,936
Posted By JBS
Thanks for all the information everyone. I spoke...

Thanks for all the information everyone. I spoke with the shop that installed the trans. this morning. They think that an older model valve body was installed. They also stated that they could adjust...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 07-03-2005, 03:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,479
Posted By JBS
Continental CH95

I have gone through two full sets of these tires and love them. I put about 30,000 miles / year on my 95 E320 and get about 60,000 miles out of a set of CH95s. When up to 32 psi the front tires...
Forum: Tech Help 07-03-2005, 01:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,027
Posted By JBS
95 E320 1st to 2nd shift point adjustment

Also posted this in performance thread but thought it probably falls into this catagory also.

Just had reman. trans installed and I am trying to adjust the shift point from 1st to 2nd gear at full...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 07-03-2005, 01:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,936
Posted By JBS
95 E320 1st to 2nd shift point adjustment

Just had reman. trans installed and I am trying to adjust the shift point from 1st to 2nd gear at full throttle. My old trans. would shift around 6200 RPM. Now it shifts at 5000 RPM unless I hold the...
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