@@woodsandbarclay i currently drive a Toyota Avalon Yeah it’s reliable, but I’m afraid to do any work on it but the MB it looks more like a truck and looks more forgiving on mistakes
@@bob-o9865 absolutely the Mercedes classic cars are way way easier to work on probably one of the easiest cars in the world to work on. The difficult part is that they are also one of the most unique vehicles in the world and the engineering is almost totally unique to this vehicle. So yes it's easy to understand but first you have to get familiar with how the vehicle is put together because it's unlike any other vehicle.
I remember mercedessource saying that ATF is no longer required for the powersteering? He said at the time there was nothing better but now just use power steering fluid. Thoughts?
I tend to disagree with Mercedes Source. ATF has been used in the Classic diesel Mercedes power steering system for the last 40 years with absolutely no issues. Don't believe everything you hear on the Internet. I'm sure Mercedes Source was trying to sell you some of their special power steering fluid.
I don't remember if he plugged his own at the end haha, i know he tends to do that.... he is more of a merchant than a mecanic sometimes@@woodsandbarclay
Any advice for an 83 300d that won’t engage any gear? Was driving down the highway the other day (cruise control on) and without a grind/bang or any sign of failure the motor just started to rev. As of right now I still have no gear engagement for forward reverse or park and I have no idea where to start looking. Any advice is greatly appreciated!
Should have stated in the previous comment but the driveshaft would still spin when put into gear. No noises or grinds, just wouldn’t move. Ended up being the C retaining rings that go on the inside of the rear diff to hold the axle shafts engaged. Figured someone might see this in the future and need the suggestion. Love the vids bro!
Thank you for showing basic maintenance on this 300TD
I think I can do most of this work as I’m thinking about getting one as a daily driver.
You can absolutely do it yourself and when you do it yourself it's much more rewarding from an ownership standpoint.
@@woodsandbarclay i currently drive a Toyota Avalon
Yeah it’s reliable, but I’m afraid to do any work on it
but the MB it looks more like a truck and looks more forgiving on mistakes
@@bob-o9865 absolutely the Mercedes classic cars are way way easier to work on probably one of the easiest cars in the world to work on. The difficult part is that they are also one of the most unique vehicles in the world and the engineering is almost totally unique to this vehicle. So yes it's easy to understand but first you have to get familiar with how the vehicle is put together because it's unlike any other vehicle.
@@woodsandbarclay thank you for responding so fast, and I appreciate all your help. I will keep in mind about the 300TDs uniqueness.
Does one need to put a new turbo oil-line gasket on when replacing the air cleaner bracket? Asking for a friend...
Yes it's a good idea to replace it but it's not always necessary if the gasket is in good condition and does not tear
@@woodsandbarclay Thank you! Appreciate your expertise!
GOD bless you.
Hahaha thank you
I remember mercedessource saying that ATF is no longer required for the powersteering? He said at the time there was nothing better but now just use power steering fluid. Thoughts?
I tend to disagree with Mercedes Source. ATF has been used in the Classic diesel Mercedes power steering system for the last 40 years with absolutely no issues. Don't believe everything you hear on the Internet. I'm sure Mercedes Source was trying to sell you some of their special power steering fluid.
I don't remember if he plugged his own at the end haha, i know he tends to do that.... he is more of a merchant than a mecanic sometimes@@woodsandbarclay
Any advice for an 83 300d that won’t engage any gear? Was driving down the highway the other day (cruise control on) and without a grind/bang or any sign of failure the motor just started to rev. As of right now I still have no gear engagement for forward reverse or park and I have no idea where to start looking. Any advice is greatly appreciated!
Sounds like your transmission failed.
Should have stated in the previous comment but the driveshaft would still spin when put into gear. No noises or grinds, just wouldn’t move. Ended up being the C retaining rings that go on the inside of the rear diff to hold the axle shafts engaged. Figured someone might see this in the future and need the suggestion. Love the vids bro!