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Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-04-2007, 03:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,834
Posted By Meridivs
Exclamation Transmission

How about the transmission on these cars?

Does any of you seen such a model with high mileage?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-03-2007, 11:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,217
Posted By Meridivs
Because that "might" catch the atention of a real...

Because that "might" catch the atention of a real engineer.

Second it's clear enough that today's diesel fuel is different from what we had a few years ago. Maybe something has to be done about...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-03-2007, 09:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,217
Posted By Meridivs
Exclamation Debate

Here is a 67 page and counting debate about using 2 stroke oil to lubricate your injection system:...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-03-2007, 09:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,834
Posted By Meridivs
Exclamation Gasoline W123 buying guide

What are the things to look for when buying a 230E with automatic transmission?

Can you give me some simptoms for a tired engine/failing transmission?
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 02-12-2007, 06:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,256
Posted By Meridivs
Red face '85 300SD repair after a front collision

These days I try to repair my car from a front collison that affected the bumper, bonnet, radiator, front left wing and counter-wing.

Apparently there seemed to be no other problem but today the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-29-2007, 07:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,608
Posted By Meridivs
Thank you all for your replies and useful info. ...

Thank you all for your replies and useful info.

I hope we will add to the Chicago Mercedes community shortly with a fine 126 or 123 Diesel. Looking forward to meeting you,
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-25-2007, 09:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,083
Posted By Meridivs
Arrow Cold starting

I also noticed that my OM 617.912 engine starts a lot easier when I put the pedal half way down when turning the key.

If I don't touch the pedal at all it could take as much as 5 seconds for it to...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-25-2007, 08:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,608
Posted By Meridivs
Rolling Meadows. In would look into the threah...

Rolling Meadows. In would look into the threah you told me but I wanted to know more of MB Chicago mechanics and rapair shops than other locations.

By the way, can you give me a few examples...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-25-2007, 07:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,608
Posted By Meridivs
Question Chicago Mercedes community

Recently my girlfriend will be moving to Chicago and I intend to find her a good-old 300SD or SDL Mercedes-Benz there as trusty as the one I have here.

I wonder how many of you are driving a MB...
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 12-08-2006, 03:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,774
Posted By Meridivs
Talking Now that's what I would call a radical solution...

Now that's what I would call a radical solution :dizzy2:

Seriously, if that clearcoat would last on my car as much as it lasts on my girlfriend's nails i would be in serious trouble winter...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-07-2006, 07:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,596
Posted By Meridivs
Thumbs up Recently I've seen a Doge Ram Van with a 617...

Recently I've seen a Doge Ram Van with a 617 turbo engine. Seemed more than adequate for the job.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-04-2006, 01:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 828
Posted By Meridivs
Exclamation It seems to be more bump related than anything...

It seems to be more bump related than anything else. How can I find those sway-bar links?

Road manners and behaviour are not disturbed in any noticeable way.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-04-2006, 05:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 828
Posted By Meridivs
Question Noisy rear suspension - possible causes

Recently my rear suspension has started making odd sounds (something like deep thuds). It sounds like when you have something heavy bouncing around in your trunk. The car is a 1984 300SD with @...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-30-2006, 10:06 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 45,267
Posted By Meridivs
Looks

For me the Rolls overall design look absolutly horrible. Maybe it has a spirit and a special feeling attached to it (beside the fact that you're driving the most expensive car in town) but when you...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-16-2006, 06:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 871
Posted By Meridivs
I think it has to do more with the clock...

I think it has to do more with the clock mechanics than anything else. Mine works fine after I fumble with it for a while, everytime I remove my battery or reset it. Sometimes it locks up, sometimes...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-05-2006, 10:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,786
Posted By Meridivs
Talking :wacko: That's interesting... Maybe you coud...

:wacko: That's interesting...

Maybe you coud teach us a thing or two about finding a good Benz on a decent price - where are you searching for them, what are you looking for and how do you close...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-03-2006, 02:01 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,710
Posted By Meridivs
Arrow Automatic Gearbox Lifetime

What would be the average lifetime/# of miles before rebuild of an '82 240D automatic gearbox?

I'm considering buying one and I need to know how much "life" is left in it at ~200.000 miles. Any...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-27-2006, 06:52 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,901
Posted By Meridivs
Question rpm's

At which rpm's does it have to shift?
Forum: Alternative Fuels 10-26-2006, 05:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,533
Posted By Meridivs
Exclamation SVO effects long term

What would be the long term effects of running SVO or SVO blends with Diesel in our Mercedes Diesel engines (pre 1990)?

What was the longest period/number of miles you've run SVO on the same set...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-18-2006, 08:09 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 652
Posted By Meridivs
Question Automatic transmission shift points

Do you know at which rpm does the automatic transmission shift into a higher gear in a Mercedes-Benz 300SD with the 5 cylinder Diesel Engine?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 09-01-2006, 08:28 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 12,647
Posted By Meridivs
Wink Color of choice

I find red to be too common to suit a Mercedes. Plus it ages badly.

Midnight blue or original MB Silver seem to give these amazing cars the real classy look that they deserve.

The third choice...
Forum: Tech Help 07-24-2006, 07:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,519
Posted By Meridivs
Exclamation Succesful change

Just got back from a 700Km trip with the new 205/70 R14 tires&rims. The "feeling" of the ride and the comfort were radically improved from the 225/65 R15 tires and BBS rims it previously rode on.
...
Forum: Tech Help 07-13-2006, 05:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,519
Posted By Meridivs
Test Run

This weekend I will change all wheels&tires to stock 250/70 R14 and see how it will ride on a 2000Km vacantion trip next week.

My shocks seem to be fine (I have inspected them recently). Looking...
Forum: Tech Help 07-11-2006, 03:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,519
Posted By Meridivs
Exclamation Problem is that, with wider tires, you can get...

Problem is that, with wider tires, you can get less ride quality than a 35 years old 300TD and that's unbearable since we are talking about a luxury car;)

I can only say, having a 300TD and 300D...
Forum: Tech Help 07-06-2006, 12:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,519
Posted By Meridivs
Lightbulb Are the original 205/70 R14 tires and wheels...

Are the original 205/70 R14 tires and wheels better for a comfortable ride or should I stick with 225/65 R15 or look for comfort elsewhere?
Forum: Tech Help 07-04-2006, 10:38 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,519
Posted By Meridivs
Comfort

Does changing to wider tires&wheels impact on comfort also?

The car has a 3000cmc Diesel engine (617.912). I usually shift up at 2200-2500 rpm. At 3000 rpm I usually get 100Km/h or 62miles/h. Is...
Forum: Tech Help 07-04-2006, 08:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,519
Posted By Meridivs
Exclamation Getting the best ride quality

I wonder which set of wheels (original 14", 15", 16"?!) and tires would offer the best ride quality for a W126 500 Sel machine?

Now I'm having a set of 15" BBS wheels with 225/65 R15 tires on it...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-23-2006, 08:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 721
Posted By Meridivs
Question How many miles on one type of oil

Since I've heard that these engines could last an eternity if properly maintained I have a question: from your experience so far, what type of oil could keep a Mercedes Diesel engine most happy?
...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-21-2006, 02:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 711
Posted By Meridivs
So all you can do when it goes "crazy" is to...

So all you can do when it goes "crazy" is to replace it?

I thought these cars are made to be fixed not replaced ;)
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-20-2006, 03:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 711
Posted By Meridivs
Exclamation Mine is jumpy as hell. Plus it goes from half to...

Mine is jumpy as hell. Plus it goes from half to reserve in the blink of an eye then it stays there for weeks!!
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