Mercedes/Expert Profile
Expertise
General questions about electrical, transmission,electrical systems and body work on 'analog' ;-)) autos.
Experience in the area
Overhauled several motors as over the years including Chevy, Dodge, Austin Healey, Datusn 240Z.
Education/Credentials
College Degree with 40 years life experience in multiple fields.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simon | 08/30/10 | 5 | 8 | 9 | Very polite but the answer took a ..... |
| Patrick | 08/21/10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | Thank you for taline the time to ..... |
| driving blind | 08/21/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the info, the ignition switch ..... |
| Jullie | 08/21/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Roger | 08/06/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your quick response. Your ..... |
Recent Answers from Robert
2010-09-01 Engine cut-out.:
Richard, Need additional info. Once started is there any skip or hesitation during the warm up? You could have an electrical failure because of heat rise. The coil could be opening up. or the fuel pump
2010-09-01 Mercedes 1978 300d diesel:
Patrick, What do you mean buy "issues"? Do not work... work intermittently? will not go up, down? Door switch or console switch rear or front? both? Power windows issues are usually related to bad
2010-09-01 transmission:
Gary, What is the mileage on the transmission? By nudge what do you mean?... Having someone push the car to get it rolling? If you move the selector into low will this allow the car to move un assisted?
2010-08-29 A/C and Heater Blower Vents:
Bob, There is a problem with the dash control unit, or the blend motor is probably bad. I would locate an independent mechanic with a good MB scanner. If the blend motor is the problem, it will probably
2010-08-27 Value of an 85 Mercedes 300 Turbo Diesel:
Simon, As the saying goes. Only worth what someone is willing to pay. You could check the Kelly Blue book page on line to see what they think it is worth. Or you could go to ebay and insert this vehicle
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