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SubjectDate AskedExpert
Can't remove window motor assembly! `79 300sd12/13/2006whunter
  Q: Just purchased a 1979 300SD with a few warts here and there, and I'm trying to get her back into ...
  A: Answer: These links have pictures that may help. ...
I need to know the name of a part12/10/2006whunter
  Q: under the front of a sl 560, in the center of the suspension, A bar with two bushings and a shock ...
  A: Answer: Steering http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=142398 Suspension ...
2002 E320 Mercedes12/6/2006whunter
  Q: I am trying to replace front hood struts (shocks) on a 2002 E320. What tool or trick is used to ...
  A: Answer: My way: Prop the hood open, attach the new cylinder to the hood, use your upper body ...
Mercedes S 320 SWB12/4/2006whunter
  Q: I have a Mercedes S 320 with 190000 mile on it and the problem I've been having for about a year, is ...
  A: Answer: Take it to the nearest Mercedes dealer for a diagnostic scan. The STAR scan tool will find ...
1987 300D Turbo, no start in park12/3/2006whunter
  Q: Battery died on my 87 300dt and now it will not start in park. Any ideas? Thanks,
  A: Answer: FYI Note: This was never called a dt. You have a Sedan Chassis W124.133 Engine 603.960 I6 ...
1995 e320 check engine light12/2/2006whunter
  Q: the car will surge at idle sets code 4,8,10 replaced engine harness 6 months ago ovp relay and ...
  A: Answer: Please read this thread, and his website. http://pages.prodigy.net/jforgione/MB_DM.html 4 ...
1976 300d passing gear12/1/2006whunter
  Q: I have a 1976 300d that has a problem with passing gear. It shifts to 3d gear too early and does not ...
  A: Answer: Possible Bowden cable issue and/or vacuum loss. Transmission: ...
1995 Merc s32011/30/2006whunter
  Q: my 1995 s320 windshild fluid does not work.Does it have its own pump? Everything else works ...
  A: Answer: Look for a leaking/broken washer hose first, replace as needed and test the system. The ...
MerBenz 420SEL Transmission11/27/2006whunter
  Q: I own a 1986 420SEL. About 5 days ago was driving at 50MPH when the RPM went to 4000 suddenly, car ...
  A: Answer: Note: The only vacuum pump on your car is for the central locking system. If the fluid was ...
Mercedes Transmission11/25/2006whunter
  Q: How do you remove the transmission on a 1985 Mercedes 300sd diesel?
  A: Answer: Raise the car as high as your four jack stands allow. Remove the starter. remove the torque ...
300dt air lock11/18/2006whunter
  Q: Greetings, Replaced the diesel fuel thermostat and severely air locked the car. Cannot get it to ...
  A: Questions: What year is this 300D, and what engine does it have? Nearest major city? Answer: Is ...
Please help me 5 cylinder Diesel.11/16/2006whunter
  Q: My car detalls are M. BENZ W 124 1988---1994 Engine Type 602 or try 601 2500cc 5 cylinder Firing ...
  A: Answer: This should be an OM617 five cylinder engine. I understand it is still made in India today. ...
no power in my 83 240 Diesel Mercedes11/15/2006whunter
  Q: how come it idles and starts fine but has no power
  A: Answer: Please be aware the 240D is a slow car, it will run more miles than you can believe, but it ...
1989 300E11/11/2006whunter
  Q: I have a 89 300E that will not stay running at times. It will start great for a few days and then ...
  A: Answer: Top seven list of common Possible issues: * Fuel Accumulator * Fuel Pump Check Valve * Fuel ...
low coolant light and a fan that will not shut off11/9/2006whunter
  Q: I have a 1998 c230 Mercedes Benz. This morning while driving, the low coolant light illuminated. I ...
  A: Answer: Possible failed: * Water Temperature Sender * A/C Temp. Switch * wire harness. PART ...
2005 SLK 35011/6/2006whunter
  Q: hey whunter, i know its not your preference but maybe you can help me anyway...i have an slk 350 ...
  A: Answer: It is plastic. The repair "if possible" is highly specialized, one mistake will wreck the ...
1985 Mercedes 300TD10/31/2006whunter
  Q: My 85 300TD has started running real loud, and shakes like crazy at idle, it used to run fine. The ...
  A: Answer: Stop running this engine... A failed vacuum pump can break your timing chain, (wreck your ...
fuel leak10/28/2006whunter
  Q: 99 300D 153000 miles fuel leaking where lines come into injector pump,some slight leak on top buy ...
  A: Answer: Your car should be one of these. Chassis W210.020 Model E 300 DIESEL Chassis W210.025 Model ...
1981 300 TD Won't crank battery loses charge10/25/2006whunter
  Q: I have been driving this 1981 300TD Turbo Diesel for a few weeks no problem. Temperature dropped ...
  A: Answer: The engine should start in three seconds with good glow plugs, starter, fuel and ...
1974 450 SEL 4.5 rough idle10/24/2006whunter
  Q: When I start the car it idles a little rough, then surges (revs) on its own till it is warmed up. ...
  A: Answer: How many miles on your car? Where are you, nearest major city? How is the power, like a ...
1980 300CD oil level variance10/23/2006whunter
  Q: The oil level gauge on my 1980 300cd registers full when I first start the car and when my foot is ...
  A: Answer: I do not recall the 1980 300CD as having an oil level gauge, there was an oil pressure ...
2000 MB S50010/22/2006whunter
  Q: How do i replace the Cabin filter on a 2000 s500?
  A: What (2000 - 2006) chassis do you have? W220.075 S 500 W220.084 S 500 4-MATIC W220.175 S 500 ...
rough idle10/20/2006whunter
  Q: 1987SDL 219k Los Angeles California. This car devoloped a rough idle. I had the injectors replaced ...
  A: Answer: 99.99% of this issue is that you have a serious fuel system leak sucking air in, (Diesels ...
Electric glitch?10/19/2006whunter
  Q: My Los Angeles area 2003 C230 Kompressor Sport Coupe with 60,000 miles has been having intermittent ...
  A: Answer: You need hands o help. They will need the car for roughly a week, their best master ...
71 Mercedes SE10/17/2006whunter
  Q: 1971 Mercedes SE 3.5 litre engine trans: 7221.1 or W4B 025. Problem: Harsh apply in drive. No ...
  A: I would suggest you join the Chicagoland Section of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America, they have ...
Mercedes 190E 1988 transmission Auckland, New Zealand10/15/2006whunter
  Q: Where is the transmission fluid filler to be found? New owner !
  A: Which do you have? 190E 2.3 190E 2.6 Answer: The bottom picture shows where it is. ...
coolant servo 1979 450SEL10/12/2006whunter
  Q: My mechanic says that my servo is leaking slowly.the replacement cost is 900.00.does this servo ...
  A: Which do you have? 450SEL 6.9 450SEL I am very confused, what servo? After much searching of your ...
1982 380SL electric windows10/11/2006whunter
  Q: I have a 1982 380sl with 170k miles. Both electric windows stopped working at the same time. I have ...
  A: Answer: Remove the switches, and check for power and ground at the switch. These pictures are for ...
380 SEC cuts out10/10/2006whunter
  Q: I have had a 380 SEC Benz -83 for approx. 12 months. Its done about 250 000 k's. I live in Sydney, ...
  A: Answer: Here are my suggested points of interest during diagnosis: * Ignition Coil * Fuel Pump Relay ...
Too much fuel 1979 450SEL10/9/2006whunter
  Q: 1979 Mercedes 450 SEL, 98K, Phoenix. Grandmother passed leaving this fair condition car that wasn't ...
  A: Answer: The fuel turned to varnish/sludge. The total fuel system must be drained, and refilled with ...
Mercedes 300SD10/7/2006whunter
  Q: 1983 Mercedes 300SD - Seattle I have 2 questions - the first is - I have a rough Idle - all the ...
  A: Answer: Adjusting the Rack Damper Bolt is on the bottom of this thread. Diesel Injection: ...
ABS Sensor/Location10/6/2006whunter
  Q: I have 93 Mercedes 300SE w/202K miles in Hampton, VA and my ABS Sensor lights up when the car ...
  A: Answer: There should be four on your vehicle. Simply call or e-mail Phil for parts assistance. Toll ...
reynol3@clemson.edu10/5/2006whunter
  Q: I have a 1985 300D Mercedes Benz. Something in the suspension is not right. The car’s handling ...
  A: Answer: You will need to read most of these links to do any inspection. The local MB dealer will ...
FUEL FILTER 1985 190E 2.310/2/2006whunter
  Q: 1985 MB 190E 2.3 GA WHERE WILL I FIND THE FUEL FILTER ON THIS CAR?
  A: Under the car. Raise the rear of your vehicle, and look for steel lines running into a plastic ...
common obdII codes10/1/2006whunter
  Q: "hi, & how are you? what are the most common obdII codes for any Mercedes Benz "CHECK ENGINE" ...
  A: Answer: There are no most common codes... http://www.buellwinkle.com/MBOBD2.html code reader ...
Trans/suspension9/27/2006whunter
  Q: 1984 380se AT park->reverse->drive--hard shift at stop, ON road, soft shift from 1st to 2nd with ...
  A: Answer: Read this thread for transmission issues. Transmission: ...
1981 380SL Bleeding the Brakes?9/26/2006whunter
  Q: 1981 380sl mercedes there are 142170 miles. I live in Prineville Oregon, it is a friends car. I am ...
  A: Answer: You need to use a power bleeder (NOT A VACUUM BLEEDER). Brake bleeder recommendation ...
stuck ignition switch9/25/2006whunter
  Q: 85 190 mercedes have tried cleaning need to know how to ad just shift lincage.Can you help me ...
  A: What do you have? 190D 2.2 190E 2.3 Confused: What is your issue? * The ignition shift interlock? * ...
Mercedes Benz options E230 19979/22/2006whunter
  Q: I have recently bought a Mercedes benz 230 1997, have no manual because it is used car. Have couple ...
  A: Answer: NO; the radiator should not need to be checked, unless there is a leak. (You will need ...
guide rod seized9/21/2006whunter
  Q: I'm replacing my guide rod, and everything is off except the guide rod is seized in the mounting pod ...
  A: Answer: Warm the threaded union with a propane torch (won't hurt the metal). When it is as warm as ...

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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

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30 years Automotive Field Experience.
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Lake Michigan Region
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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?

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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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