The jeep's rear end is 4.10, and I'm running 31x10.50x15 tires. The odo clocking is only off by 1/10 of a mile. I'm running the mercedes tranny, complete...
I didn't mean to propose that you were only seeing speedometer error. I am saying the higher numerical ratio of the rear end(s) is your trouble. The Benz'z use...
But the axle ratio is only half of the gearing equation, the tires are larger on the jeep thus lowering the overall gearing back toward car-like numbers. Still...
There are pictures posted Curt follow the link back a bit. Given the lighter weight and obviously decreased mileage the only logical cause is final drive...
I will probably be shot for saying this, but a 350 chevy v8 in a 300/240 D makes a great combo……:-) Paul Deyo Technical Director Hickory Motor Speedway ...
I've seen a couple over the years and was impressed. Several years ago there was a bunch of photos showing a conversion. very nicely done. Its not for me as...
Shooting to follow... I hate to admit it but, I was paid well, I put a 327 in a 240 many years ago. It was not the engine for the application but its what the ...
This morning I started my 82 240D and turned on the defrosters. (yes we use defrosters until the 4th of July in upstate NY) The blower motor did nothing! I ...
This morning I started my 82 240D and turned on the defrosters. (yes we use defrosters until the 4th of July in upstate NY) The blower motor did nothing! I ...
This is my first post to the group after I've enjoyed reading the posts for several months. I acquired a lovely '77 300D in Jan '05, the mileage is believed to...
Mitch. If the 82 is the same as the 83 you have a rotary knob that both opens the outside vents and has 3 switch postions starting at about 9:00 on the dial...
Chris. severe lack of performance can indicate plugged fuel finters. I do not know the filter arrangement on your car but change both if you have two. Stan...
Hi, Chris. It sounds like you have a good car! If you don't have any records of a valve adjustment being done, have it done! It should be done every 15K...
kevin kraly
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Jun 1, 2005 7:51 pm
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If you didn't already try the blower on high speed. This bypasses the resistor which makes differrent speeds, one possibility. Also be sure you give the fuses...
Hey Kevin Thanks for the concise response! Sounds like the valves are due. I'm thinking that I'll pay to have them done this time, then do them myself in the...
I have searched high and low on skinnerbox, there is no mention of any transmission information. Replacing the rear tranny seal sounds like a good idea, the...
Hi all, I have been lurking for a couple months and recently saw a few posts that piqued an interesting question. I have a '85 300D and the best fuel economy I...
if you remove the passengers side lower panel ( panel below the glove box) you can get to the blower motor. Check the plug on the blower motor, mine had some...
Your right Dave - I check high and low on Skinnerbox as well. The actual replacement of the seal is not such a big deal, but I really need to know how many...
... If you know how to check and adjust the valves, then it's certainly not going to hurt your fuel economy. The Turbo cars usually get slightly worse mileage...
What oil are you using in your 300D? Many of us MB dieselheads use Mobil 1 synthetic 5W40 or 15W50. Driving 6K miles per year means that the engine is ...
kevin kraly
kraly@...
Jun 2, 2005 7:12 am
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On my 83' 300D turbo I've seen just shy of 25mpg for my use which is mostly highway. I've also seen almost 45mpg... Of course that's for gallons of diesel ...
Valve should be adjusted every 15,000 miles. ... From: Kevin Seuferer To: diesel_mercedes@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, June 01, 2005 3:53 PM Subject:...
I would be interested in seeing a list of all the things a diesel will run on (somethimes in various proportions) - for interest - not that I plan on doing it,...
The military has info regarding "improvised fuels". It is in some of the field manuals. I'm not sure where to get them, but, know they exist because they're...
Yeah, that's what I was looking for too. Seems like someone must have one out there. Hy-Tran is Hydraulic-Transmission fluid. My dad had a 50 gallon drum ...
I am surprised that fuel economy is that poor, if fact I would say that's terrible. I previously own a 1982 Oldsmobile Tornado that got 28 - 30 mpg on the...
Curt, I think the axle ratio is effecting the situation more than the tire size difference. The easiest way to find out is to ask: What rpm is the engine...
