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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| w124 1990 300e Vacuum Diagram..?? | 4/24/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I have located some broken Vacuum hoses, however I can not locate a good Vacuum System Diagram ... A: This is all I can find. ... | ||
| Repair Costs on Mercedes | 4/23/2006 | whunter |
| Q: We are thinking about buying a used 1982 300 SD Mercedes w 200,000 miles, seller is asking ... A: That is top dealer price for a perfect car with service/history records. Any trace of rust or ... | ||
| My mercedes still won't climb hills | 4/22/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I have an '80 300 SD with an automatic trans. I have been having trouble climbing hills. If the ... A: Best guess: #1. Plugged fuel filter = possible fuel fungus problem #2. Fuel primer pump leaking #3. ... | ||
| auto tranny fluid leaking | 4/22/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I have transmission fluid leaking from the passenger side of the engine. This is a 1980 300 SD with ... A: Answer: Turbo oil drain - wacky idea? ... | ||
| 1990 350sdl 3.0l, gradual takeoff power loss to now hard and stalling | 4/21/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I have a 1990 MB 350sdl 197k miles with a 3.0 liter 6cyl as per dealer look up of vin, not 3.5 as ... A: Best guess: Trap oxidizer plugged + turbo is bad. If you are lucky my guess will be correct, ... | ||
| 87 Mercedes 560 SEL | 4/18/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I am at a loss. My 87 560 SEL had been sitting for almost two years. I started driving it again and ... A: Incorrect firing order will effect everything. Possible: *. Vacuum leak *. Fuel Accumulator bad *. ... | ||
| problema motor mercdes benz 2.5 5 cilindros no turbo | 4/18/2006 | whunter |
| Q: tengo un 190 2.5 diesel cuando exede los 140 kms por hora se enciende la luz amarilla en el tablero ... A: I have 190 2,5 diesel engine when exede the 140 kms per hour ignites the yellow light in the board ... | ||
| 1987 mecedes300e turn signal not working | 4/17/2006 | whunter |
| Q: My 1987 300e turn signals quit working. I checked the fuses, cleaned the fuses of any corrsion. I ... A: Best guess: If this switch fails = no turn signals. Cleaning the Hazard Switch ... | ||
| i really appreciate the reply.... | 4/17/2006 | whunter |
| Q: i really appreciate the reply. Its very helpful to have someone to ask questions to. today i went ... A: Positive = lower fuel cost. Negative effects of vegetable oil conversion. If you are in a cold ... | ||
| i saw this car http://reno.craigslist.org/car/150833280.html and... | 4/16/2006 | whunter |
| Q: i saw this car http://reno.craigslist.org/car/150833280.html and since i only dab in auto repair ... A: This car will cost roughly $1,300 - $3,000 USD in parts to fix the engine, cheaper to find a good ... | ||
| alarm control unit | 4/16/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I was told i need to replace this....Can you tell me where it is located on mercedes 210.....96 ... A: As I recall, you must have the MB scan tool + security up-link subscription to install this module ... | ||
| 1980 Mercedes Air Conditioning | 4/14/2006 | whunter |
| Q: This winter I purchased a 1980 Mercedes 300SD sedan that is in excellent condition, but the air ... A: Have it leak checked. Do not convert to 134A, very few people are happy, and it can not be converted ... | ||
| install a/c low rpm sensor | 4/14/2006 | whunter |
| Q: Is there any way to install the RPM sensor on the air cond. compressor of my Mercedes 1985 190 2.3. ... A: There is no shortcut that I know of. I would replace the compressor, it is not worth replacing the ... | ||
| Mercedes 190E (1990) - Electromagnetic Cooling Fan | 4/14/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I have a Mercedes 190E from 1990 (1.8L petrol engine) and there's a problem with the electromagnetic ... A: Sorry, I do not have service data on your vehicle. Here are links where you may get the data you ... | ||
| cold starts | 4/12/2006 | whunter |
| Q: sir i have 1988 560sel hard to start when cold will start then die start fine when hot also seem to ... A: Possible issues: Corroded wire connector Altitude Sensor Cold Start Valve Cold Start Valve Gasket ... | ||
| 81 380 sel ig keylock cylinder locked up | 4/10/2006 | whunter |
| Q: if you cant turn igni key to number 2 positon then how else can you remove keylock cylinder A: These threads should answer all of your questions. Ignition Cylinder Tumbler replacement; mixed ... | ||
| Odometer/tripmeter don't work | 4/8/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I have a MB84 300SD Turbodiesel 126 body. The speedometer gauge works but the odometer/tripmeter ... A: Read these links for the data you need. Just sharing: My Dash Lighting Project ... | ||
| MERCEDES-BENZ | 4/6/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I own a 1980 300sd MERCEDES-BENZ that the ingtion has recently stopped turn. I thought it might have ... A: How not to remove the ignition lock! Butchery at its finest. ... | ||
| 300E coughing/sputtering, not running. | 4/5/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I hope you can help me with this problem. I am working on a '91 benz 300E with the I-6 3.0 gas ... A: Best guess: This requires heavy diagnostics, you have found two issues, and described at least four ... | ||
| what to buy ? | 4/4/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I now drive a 1998 olds 88 (180,000 mi)It is about due for replacement. I need a large car for my ... A: Tough question. These are my personal picks. 1985 W126 300SD Mercedes-Benz under 160K miles from ... | ||
| 1973 Mbz 450SL vibration | 4/4/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I have a 73 450SL that has a vibration problem at around 2000 rpm and only when under a load. i.e. ... A: Danger: Stop driving the car... Replace both front and rear Flex Disc. Bad Flex Disc ... | ||
| fuel pump relay switch | 4/4/2006 | whunter |
| Q: .can you plz tell me where it is located and how to install . I have a 1992 190 e 2.3 and the ... A: The OVP and Fuel Pump Relay are located behind a plastic shield between the battery and bulkhead. ... | ||
| 1992 Mercedes Benz 300E 2.6 Stalls | 4/1/2006 | whunter |
| Q: My Mercedes Benz 300E, 2.6, 125,000 miles stalls when it reaches operating temperature. When you ... A: Best guess: MB Engine Wiring Harness Failure ... | ||
| Alternator Replacement 1989 mercedes 300se | 3/31/2006 | whunter |
| Q: How do I get the belt tensioner to move. I can't get the belt back on because I don't know how to ... A: The tensioner pulley ARM pivot bolt (not pulley bolt) must be loosened first. You will find the ... | ||
| water pump replacement on an 82' 300-TD Wagen | 3/31/2006 | whunter |
| Q: Is there anything specific one should do when replacing waterpump on an 82' 300-TD wagen.? I notice ... A: This is a parts question, if you call Phil with your make, model, year, and VIN#, he can identify ... | ||
| Rear door panel removal 1989 300 SEL | 3/31/2006 | whunter |
| Q: There must be some trick to getting the black plastic inserts around the door opening handle and the ... A: The following DIY has been updated with many pictures that should help you. Removing W126 rear door ... | ||
| no spark | 3/30/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I was told my prolem was the crank sensor when my 1988 mercedes 300e wold not fully crank. I am ... A: Did you replace the crank position sensor (located @ the Flywheel)? I would replace the ignition ... | ||
| 1987 MB 420 SEL fuse #15 keeps burn out | 3/29/2006 | whunter |
| Q: The #15 fuse burned out. I unplugged the power antenna unit, the central locking vaccume unit, the ... A: You have a short circuit on the positive feed line. Best guess: The short may be in the wires that ... | ||
| fuel tank removal | 3/27/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I need expert advice on removing the fuel tank from my 1978 mercedes 450sl. Any information that you ... A: W107 Gas Tank Cleaning links ... | ||
| Mercedes 300te - folding middle seat | 3/27/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I am a new owner of a 1991 Mecedes 300te station wagon. I can't get the middle seat to fold down!! ... A: Best advice: Take it to your local MB dealer, the service advisor should be able to show you how ... | ||
| 72 Mercedes Benz | 3/24/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I live in Davis Calif. and have a 72 MB in good condition but want to restore it ...please advise on ... A: Try contacting Your local MBCA = Mercedes-Benz Club of America chapter, they know the best local ... | ||
| ml320 P0500 & P0720 | 3/23/2006 | whunter |
| Q: happens only in the morning. The car idles fine, switch to Drive or R speedometer doesn't work, ... A: vehicle trouble code P0500 - Vehicle Speed Sensor Malfunction = Transmission Limp Mode. P0720 ... | ||
| EGR - Check engine light | 3/23/2006 | whunter |
| Q: My 1995 S320 keeps turning on the check engine light. My Mercedes trained mechanic says the faults ... A: Did he clean the EGR passages? I have repaired this issue 50% of the time by replacing the air mass ... | ||
| Air conditioning | 3/23/2006 | whunter |
| Q: Air conditioning shut off and wont start. is it a fuse? Answer - Need more data, year, make, model. ... A: There is a small black box forward of the fuse box, check the fuses in it. The most common issue is ... | ||
| grades and my 80 300 SD | 3/18/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I have a few problems with my 80 300 SD. The first is on colder days (25-40F, this is so Cal) when ... A: The door lock issue sounds like a vacuum leak in the door. The cold issue could be plugged filters, ... | ||
| the car doesn't start | 3/17/2006 | whunter |
| Q: my mercedes c180 mod 1999 doesn't start,and no ignition sound is heard when i try to start it ,is it ... A: Best guess: #1. Bad neutral safety switch on the side of transmission. #2. Bad starter solenoid. #3. ... | ||
| temperature | 3/16/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I am driving Mercedes E200 1996 (round head lights), my questions are: 1.what is the normal ... A: Normal operation. RE: 1.what is the normal temperature? is it between 80-100 Celsius? This is ... | ||
| 1990 560 SEL defrost/heater fan | 3/14/2006 | whunter |
| Q: Was blowing perfectly yesterday, checked fuse #5 and any that looked like they could remotely effect ... A: Best advice: #1. Replace all fuses with NEW. #2. Read through the following threads. A/C Blower not ... | ||
| 1983 300SD Turbo Diesel | 3/11/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I have trouble starting my car when the front end is higher than the rear end... it takes several ... A: You have a fuel delivery problem = leak in fuel system drawing air and/or plugged tank strainer or ... | ||
| why heat flows | 3/11/2006 | whunter |
| Q: I have an 88 190e 2.3,why does heat flow from under dash when controls are off? A: Best guess: Bad heater valve, bad vacuum pods and/or broken vacuum lines. PART NUMBER SEARCH ... | ||
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whunter
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Expertise
Mercedes Benz diesel 1960 - 1985. Rolls-Royce or Bentley 1959 - 1978. Jaguar 1960 - 1989. MG 1959 - 1985. British 1923 - 1969. Micro and mini cars, an area of interest and study, I will try to answer questions on these. Domestic car/light truck 1903 - 1975
Experience
30 years Automotive Field Experience.
ASE Double Master Mechanic.
Organizations
ACTIVE MEMBERSHIPS:
Cadillac-LaSalle Club http://www.cadillaclasalleclub.org/
Rolls-Royce Owners Club http://www.rroc.org/
Lake Michigan Region
Motor Region http://www.rroc-mr.org/index.htm
Ohio Region
Modern Car Society http://www.rroc.org/members/regions/mcs/
Silver Cloud Society http://www.cloudsociety.org/
Rolls-Royce Foundation http://www.rollsroycefoundation.com/
Rolls-Royce Owners' Club of Australia http://www.rroc.org.au/cgi-bin/newforum/discus.pl
Mercedes-Benz Club of America http://mbca.cartama.net
International Stars Section http://www.internationalstars.org/
mercedesshop.com Diesel Discussion http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/
JAGUAR CLUBS OF NORTH AMERICA http://jcna.com/forums/index.php
Jag-lovers - Jaguar Enthusiasts http://www.jag-lovers.org/
BMW CCA http://bmwcca.org
Motor City Chapter BMW CCA http://www.mpowerclub.com/cca/index.pl?cat_id=6
http://www.bmw-forums.com/forum/index.php?
Publications
Rolls-Royce and Bentley, Modern Lady.
Education/Credentials
ASE CERTIFIED: Master Auto Technician.
Brakes, Engine Repair, Auto: Engine Performance, Auto: Suspension and Steering,
Heating & Air Conditioning, Auto: Electrical/Electronics systems, Manual Drive Train and Axles
Automatic Trans/Transaxle
ASE CERTIFIED: Master Med/Hvy Truck Technician.
Brakes, Diesel Engines, Gasoline Engines, Electrical systems, Suspension & Steering, Drive
ASE CERTIFIED: Alt. Fuels: Light Vehicle Compressed Natural Gas
ASE CERTIFIED: Body: Mechanical & Electrical components
GM, Steering service class.
GM, Vibration correction training class.
ISO 9000 Training.
Blueprint Reading and Engineering Drawing Interpretation:
Study of Steam Power, Certificate of Achievement:
DALE CARNEGIE TRAINING COURSE:
Refrigeration applied electricity and heating Certification:
Refrigerant Transition and Recovery, residential and commercial service.
Refrigerant Transition and Recovery, (IMACA).
BASIC Skills:
Welding: ARC/Mig/tig and gas. Blue print reading/layout, steel erection and rigging, wiring AC/DC, hydraulics, pneumatics, some lathe, mill, fabrication and instrumentation experience.
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