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Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-17-2006, 01:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 968
Posted By rdkongs
Weight

I was interested in finding the weight of the engine only
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-17-2006, 08:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 968
Posted By rdkongs
Turbo diesel weight

Any one know the shipping weight of a complete 1983 5 cyl. turbo diesel?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-16-2006, 09:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 679
Posted By rdkongs
Return fuel line

I am installing a second tank for WVO using a Pollak valve. Can anyone tell me if the return line has to go back to the tank or can it "T" back into the feed line? Thanks
Forum: Tech Help 02-01-2006, 07:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 785
Posted By rdkongs
Transmission shifting

I decided to convert my 83 turbo diesel to manual transmission. In my search for a 240D 4 speed manual tanny I ended up with two. One from an 83 240D and another from what I think is a 78 or 79. The...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-01-2006, 07:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 825
Posted By rdkongs
Transmission identification

I decided to convert my 83 turbo diesel to manual transmission. In my search for a 240D 4 speed manual tanny I ended up with two. One from an 83 240D and another from what I think is a 78 or 79. The...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-27-2006, 08:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,119
Posted By rdkongs
Manual transmission fluid

I am going with the 4 speed manual tranny out of a 240D in my 54 ford pickup conversion project. Haynes manual specifies type A ATF fluid which none of the local auto parts stores have or even heard...
Forum: Tech Help 01-20-2006, 08:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 984
Posted By rdkongs
oil leak or blowby?

My 83 turbo diesel has oil on the valve cover after a drive. It comes from the filler cap and the hose from the valve cover to the air cleaner. A blowby check with the filler cap gives a typical "tea...
Forum: Tech Help 01-19-2006, 09:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 773
Posted By rdkongs
Vacuum brake boost problem

I am the fool trying to put a 83 turbo diesel in a 54 ford pickup. Actually is has been smoother than I expected expect for one problem that is causing me to pull my hair out. Vacuum boost to the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-19-2006, 08:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 834
Posted By rdkongs
6 cyl turbo diesel

I sold the entire motor. Thanks for your interest
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-18-2006, 06:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 834
Posted By rdkongs
Diesel pump

I am not certain who the HIT MAN ask concerning the four bolt diesel pump but it was not me. I will look tomorrow and let you know.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-17-2006, 10:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,771
Posted By rdkongs
I will sell all or parts of the 6cyl. because I...

I will sell all or parts of the 6cyl. because I do not need any of it. I ran into it looking for parts for my 83 5 cyl. It was sitting for a while outside and some fool removed the oil filler cap so...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-17-2006, 09:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 834
Posted By rdkongs
1987 6 cyl turbo diesel

I am parting out a 1987 6 cyl turbo diesel. The motor is complete including everything except the fan. Will sell all or part
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-17-2006, 09:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,771
Posted By rdkongs
parts for sale forum

where is the parts for sale forum?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-17-2006, 09:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,771
Posted By rdkongs
6 cyl turbo diesel

sorry no fan blade, everything else is there.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-17-2006, 06:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,771
Posted By rdkongs
Parting out 6 cyl turbo diesel

I have a complete 6 cyl turbo diesel that I am parting out. I was told the motor was still running when they pulled it. I bought it at a good price so I can pass on some deals.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-15-2006, 08:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,100
Posted By rdkongs
more on 54 ford pickup/mercedes conversion

Sorry it took me so long to get back with those of you who inquired about my conversion project. Do not have any pictures but it is not painted yet and not much to look at. Mechanically it is very...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-13-2006, 11:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,953
Posted By rdkongs
transmission vacuum

If the vacuum supply and transmission line both connect to the top port what goes to the bottom port? Does the green pot have a top or bottom?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-13-2006, 09:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,953
Posted By rdkongs
transmission vacuum line

which port on the vacuum valve mounted to the IP does the line running to the transmission connect to? also how does the little green pot connect and what does it do?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-13-2006, 08:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 968
Posted By rdkongs
54 ford pickup/mercedes conversion

I would like to thank everyone that has offered advise to me during my conversion project. I am on the road now with only a few minor bugs to work out - mainly in the transmission shifting. I am...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-11-2006, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 847
Posted By rdkongs
manual tranny parts

I am glad to hear that a manual tranny can be mated to the turbo diesel. Any one know where I can get the parts?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-11-2006, 08:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 807
Posted By rdkongs
Transmission shifting

Is it possible to make the automatic transmission attached to the 300D work with the kick down cable and vacuum line disconnected? I would be ok with manual shifting all the time. I know it could be...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-10-2006, 09:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 847
Posted By rdkongs
Manual shift Automatic

I am not a fan of automatic trannys but wanted a turbo diesel and did not have any choice here in the U.S. Has anyone put a manual transmission on the turbo diesel?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-07-2006, 08:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,157
Posted By rdkongs
white smoke

thanks for responding. I do not know anything about this motor as I just bought it along with the tranny from EuroAsia in Wichita, Ks. I have installed it in my 54 ford pickup. Have not had it out on...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-07-2006, 07:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 777
Posted By rdkongs
Operating temperature

Can anyone tell me what the standard water temp should be on an early 80s 300D
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-07-2006, 07:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,157
Posted By rdkongs
excessive white smoke

What is the most likely cause of excessive white smoke from a 83 300D?
Forum: Tech Help 12-31-2005, 01:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,091
Posted By rdkongs
switch over valve

thanks for your response about the switch over valve. I think I understand what you are saying but I do not have the valve lines so I can only go by what the pictures in my Haynes manual show. In the...
Forum: Tech Help 12-31-2005, 11:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 945
Posted By rdkongs
alternator question

Thanks for the info. Is the D+ terminal on the alternator the excitor?
Forum: Tech Help 12-31-2005, 10:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 945
Posted By rdkongs
Alternator question

I may be the only person in the world crazy (stupid) enough to try to put a Mercedes turbo diesel in a 1954 ford pickup body. I am retired with too much time on my hands. The motor mounted up like it...
Forum: Tech Help 12-31-2005, 10:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,091
Posted By rdkongs
Switchover valve

Can anyone tell me what the switchover valve does? According to my Haynes manual it is in the line known as Aneroid compensator delivery. Sounds like something out of Star wars to me. I am trying to...
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