timing

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    W123 230E Timing Chain Nightmares!

    Tried to fit my replacement timing chain tonight after taking the rocker cover off, etc., the weekend. I bought an original replacement chain from Mark Cosovich so I know its a good one (Jiwis). I understood from the Peter Russek manual that what I needed to do was to split the existing chain(...
  2. M

    timing chain

    Hi im new here. first post. have been reading for a few days. like the forums quite informative. just had a few questions. uncle has a merc c180 classic 1996 (P reg) it has 142k miles on the dial. just wondering when exactly the timing chain needs to be changed. the reason im asking this...
  3. R

    w123 230e. Changing the timing chain and tensioner.

    I am thinking about changing the timing chain and tensioner on my merc w123 230e it is a 1985 car. The reason i am thinking about doing it myself because if i take it to a garage they will probably put an aprentice on it any way and i am worried if they mess it up basically how would you rate...
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    190 Ignition Timing Settings

    Can anyone out there help me? I am after the timing settings for my 1988 2.0ltr Manual - 190 mercedes, I have a Stromberg Carb and I have a TSZ Ignition system and I am running normal unleaded fuel. Also does anyone know the correct idle speed for this model? Thanks in anticipation.
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    FS: Timing Chain for a 190E 2.3-16

    I have a brand new, genuine MB part timing chain for a 190E 2.3-16. This will not fit the 2.5, or any other model for that matter - only the 2.3 models with the 102.983 engines. This is an item that should be replaced at 60,000 mile intervals! I had this on ebay, but took it off as...
  6. M

    Do I Need To Change Timing Chain ???

    Hi, My 1984 230e has 75,000 miles on the clock, And my local mb garage advised that unless the chain is rattling and the oil has not been reguarly changed it is not neccesary to change the chain, Can this be right, Thanks Paul.
  7. M

    Timing Chain Change W123

    Hi, Is there any other parts i need to fit when changing the timing chain, Also is this chain change an easy job, Thanks Paul. p.s my car is a 1984 230e.automatic
  8. stwat

    190 2.0l timing chain??

    Hello folks, I've just bought a 190e 2.0l. Am i right in thinking that this engine has a timeing chain instead of a belt?? ifso at what milage does it need changing?? Thanks, Stu. :)
  9. P

    E300 TD auto timing belt

    What should this cost to get changed - not sure if its a chain or belt.
  10. M

    1991 500SEL timing "slippage"

    Hello - first post. I have a 1991 500SEL that refused to start last week (had run as quiet as you could wish and flawlessly up until then - barring every now and then the engine would fail to turn upon start up- suggestion was "missing teeth on starter motor" as a possibility - this was due...
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    380 timing chain

    I'm thinking of buying a 1980 380SL (107) with 90,000 miles. I've heard about weak single timing chains and was wondering how big an issue these are; Do they just snap with no warning or do they tend to rattle first? What mileage should I consider changing it? Is it worth while upgrading to...
  12. CHRIS STARKEY

    24 Valve 3 Litre Valve Timing

    HAS ANYONE HAD ANY EXPERIENCE WITH THE VALVE TIMING ON A 3OO 24 VALVE? I HAVE JUST HAD THE HEAD GASKET CHANGED TO STOP AN OIL LEAK, AND THE CAR WAS RUNNING VERY ERRATICALY - IN FACT WHEN THE ENGINE WAS REVVED AND THE CAM ADJUSTER MOVED THE CAM TO CHANGE THE TIMING - THERE WAS A TERRIBLE...
  13. Rich

    V8 timing belt/chain?

    Can someone tell me which it is, belt or chain? And how often do they need servicing? Btw is there a 'big' service on the E55 AMG other than the 'B' service? - Rich If at first you don't succeed, skydiving is not for you
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