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Title: Introduction to my 80 300SD
Post by: SuitGuy on 20 June 2021, 03:24 PM
Hi all! I'm new to owning an MB, as well as new to the forum. I'd love to introduce everyone to my 1980 300SD.

Current Malfunctions and Errors:

Jumpy/Non-functioning Tach
Cabin Leaking Water
Heat Anytime, All the time
Questionable Bodywork (Looking at you, rear quarters & rocker panels)
Shocks
No Air via Center Vents
"Manual" Glowplugs
Finicky Cruise Control
Leaking Window Seals
DF Window Regulator
A/C Modernization
Belts & Rubber

Resolved Issues:

Motor Mounts
Trunk Seal, kind of
Power Antenna Mast
Lower Oil Cooler Line Replaced

The car is pretty innocuous, but it does not have a sunroof. I don't know how common this is, but one less place to leak doesn't bother me!

Pictures Coming Soon!
Title: Re: Introduction to my 80 300SD
Post by: daantjie on 20 June 2021, 05:47 PM
Welcome  8)
No sunroof is a big plus in my book ;)
Title: Re: Introduction to my 80 300SD
Post by: raueda1 on 20 June 2021, 07:49 PM
Welcome to the asylum!  Congrats on your fine, new ride.  Sounds like you've got a few projects on tap to keep you entertained.  And FWIW I agree with Daniel, sunroofs are over-rated.  I too am glad I don't have one.  Anyway, I'm sure you'll find this forum a great resource, as we all have.  Post some pix of the new car when you can!  Cheers,
Title: Re: Introduction to my 80 300SD
Post by: SuitGuy on 22 June 2021, 06:50 PM
The pictures, as promised:
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/q-HkRmpNb12EL1fHus6qs1xqBVSPhaKrbnZr-72YwDsqUlql_ZVOVi2NaMT-9w4FjtnVbqjzk-ShNscAGjWJdRSc2cs8-5G7DTKM77Jj71goyvn8qCFmbIVEOih4NhHKhBDPZuE0uH69lZq6LAIliV0SjF8_CHBAV7rBn6dsmeS36EuO57i97Ww0XHYaJYWl_AOyuoCpDNraghGFuMiHm5_FJrGWP1BNqdy2V2BOxaamzGHrtFCSBp0ug2GSEEmoodOULA78DOUfvWmdhCIZKuWmHeeT5-XQVeMADykLyHo6NIJgz8eIWc_AgIrBGo5BqUz7XAt08lLdYZjQ24jezeKwdpVNU-hohzydcirkEansgmSQloBsk5wbw3K3FTYFxb1cyIms2AF6HHbdOLnAdnGvzPLepog-t6k7AZO3SzqFIJP1Vsh2-bOS1MlvNp0-EUDBl8B60yAHays_9Wr83aHCDA--VBAxCnRi7shsL_hZc5ncsvSGvzPViqd-kdGgJlJHbPJUSjbZAg1CxVMQnnmooBBrXxx5rg7Bns_dCuk2m-NrscbnKV_zWwCyUmRqR_TAKcd8s19jfZgoA-TdIioVQMsJIxZeoXamCkWcPYOjLOjW0g9jc0S6OrW5LxJ-u8ZsABk0Acb0uBYldVaqoC9q65ZjLahfwAgbEOkjou-Lcili09Iq9S1IcRlYpQEFyR-eB2pihRlORhwSOHr1LfMp=w1239-h929-no?authuser=0)
Apologies for the heavy equipment in the background. Rural PA has its perks and downsides.
Title: Re: Introduction to my 80 300SD
Post by: SuitGuy on 15 November 2021, 09:51 PM
Update on my current maladies.

Current Issues:

Cabin leaks water (car cover ftw)
Shoddy Body
Glow plug Relay
DF Window Regulator
AC Modernization
Belts (purchased, not installed)
Intermittent vacuum shutoff (have not diagnosed if shutoff valve or vacuum leak)
Weak glow plugs

Resolved:

Tach
Heat can be shutoff (thank the MB gods for ball valves)
Shocks!
Center vents (started working randomly)
Motor mounts
Trunk seal
Power antenna mast
Lower oil cooler line
ALDA blow-off bypassed
Fuel return lines replaced

Upcoming repairs:

Glow plug ream & swap
New spare tire
Body work (summer)
Title: Re: Introduction to my 80 300SD
Post by: Malpaso44 on 16 November 2021, 06:27 PM
Welcome to the club!
Title: Re: Introduction to my 80 300SD
Post by: targetshoddy on 15 December 2022, 03:22 AM
Quote from: SuitGuy on 22 June 2021, 06:50 PMThe pictures, as promised:
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/q-HkRmpNb12EL1fHus6qs1xqBVSPhaKrbnZr-72YwDsqUlql_ZVOVi2NaMT-9w4FjtnVbqjzk-ShNscAGjWJdRSc2cs8-5G7DTKM77Jj71goyvn8qCFmbIVEOih4NhHKhBDPZuE0uH69lZq6LAIliV0SjF8_CHBAV7rBn6dsmeS36EuO57i97Ww0XHYaJYWl_AOyuoCpDNraghGFuMiHm5_FJrGWP1BNqdy2V2BOxaamzGHrtFCSBp0ug2GSEEmoodOULA78DOUfvWmdhCIZKuWmHeeT5-XQVeMADykLyHo6NIJgz8eIWc_AgIrBGo5BqUz7XAt08lLdYZjQ24jezeKwdpVNU-hohzydcirkEansgmSQloBsk5wbw3K3FTYFxb1cyIms2AF6HHbdOLnAdnGvzPLepog-t6k7AZO3SzqFIJP1Vsh2-bOS1MlvNp0-EUDBl8B60yAHays_9Wr83aHCDA--VBAxCnRi7shsL_hZc5ncsvSGvzPViqd-kdGgJlJHbPJUSjbZAg1CxVMQnnmooBBrXxx5rg7Bns_dCuk2m-NrscbnKV_zWwCyUmRqR_TAKcd8s19jfZgoA-TdIioVQMsJIxZeoXamCkWcPYOjLOjW0g9jc0S6OrW5LxJ-u8ZsABk0Acb0uBYldVaqoC9q65ZjLahfwAgbEOkjou-Lcili09Iq9S1IcRlYpQEFyR-eB2pihRlORhwSOHr1LfMp=w1239-h929-no?authuser=0)
Apologies for the heavy equipment in the background. Rural PA has its perks and downsides.
Bro I can not open your file?