w114/5 section

Evil Merc · 09-22-2008, 07:16 AM

I just joined to find out theres nowhere for us w114/5 e classes

how bout it?

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Saprissa · 09-22-2008, 11:27 PM

moderators,

we need W114 and W115 sections in this forum !!!

Untertürkheim · 10-05-2008, 11:06 PM

Agreed! I have always had a soft spot for a nice 75-76 300D

HOWSER · 02-16-2009, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saprissa

moderators,

we need W114 and W115 sections in this forum !!!

SL-ML-C · 02-18-2009, 06:23 PM

I have a 1976 240D and a 1989 560 SEL, I would love to post pics and get feedback as I swap the V8 into the /8

Mods, please - this section should exist!

NicholasG73 · 03-19-2011, 11:06 PM

I've got a sweet 69 to show off.

MB-BOB · 03-21-2011, 04:44 PM

Welcome to the W114/15 Sub-Forum!

MB-BOB · 03-21-2011, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NicholasG73

I've got a sweet 69 to show off.

Nicholas, there's a new "Classics" forum where you can show off your 69... http://www.mbworld.org/forums/classi...-vehicles-150/

bagelsjustbagel · 05-07-2011, 09:58 PM

Hey guys, im actually looking around and trying to find a w114 280ce. I need some advice in terms of maintenance, specs, what to lookout for.
Any help or advice would be great-as im going to sell my C36 for it and make it my daily driver.

NicholasG73 · 07-16-2011, 02:03 AM

mknmike · 08-03-2011, 04:09 PM

Cool to see a w114/115 section. I'm considering one, and have a set of BBS RS 009 8x16et11 wheels (ideal for a r/c107 or w126), and I'm wondering if they'd fit on a w115 (diesel).

Anyone know?

There are no tires on the BBS RS 009 right now, but I've got a set of 225/50/16.

I guess I should start by learning the stock tire sizes for a w115. Anything? Anyone? I'm good with calculating backspace, frontspace, and use the rimsntires.com site for diameter.

Thanks!
Mike

Brau0318 · 09-04-2011, 03:01 PM

I'm also in the market, would be nice to hear what owners think, and some common what to look for areas. Pictures and restoration ideas

grane · 09-15-2011, 01:25 PM

I've been a member for several years and most of the members have cars from the 50 s - 90s. There are many tech articles and vendors that specialize in older models including the M115 series.

Check out their website

www.mbca.org

My friend just picked up a "barn find" car and used their article to get a realistic value.

Hope this ok to share on this website. The two complement each other.

NicholasG73 · 01-03-2012, 09:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mknmike

Cool to see a w114/115 section. I'm considering one, and have a set of BBS RS 009 8x16et11 wheels (ideal for a r/c107 or w126), and I'm wondering if they'd fit on a w115 (diesel).

Anyone know?

There are no tires on the BBS RS 009 right now, but I've got a set of 225/50/16.

I guess I should start by learning the stock tire sizes for a w115. Anything? Anyone? I'm good with calculating backspace, frontspace, and use the rimsntires.com site for diameter.

Thanks!
Mike

Start From these PERSONALLY CONFIRMED measurements, (I have detailed measurements written in my build log but I've recently moved and haven't found my book yet). I had on the back of my w115 19"x9.5" ET35 with a 5mm spacer. With the tire the diameter was about 21.5". On the front I had 19"x8.5" ET32, same diameter with tires. I lowered it about 2" in the back and 4" in the front also rolling all fenders and I rarely rubbed. There is A LOT of room in those wheel wells as long as you stay + with your offset.
I hope this helps, message me if you want more details. I sold mine and I'm starting again with a 1970 250. I have the same BBS RS idea and I'm going to experiment with different coils and shock combos to get LOW.

bosendorfer · 03-30-2012, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NicholasG73

That is a beautiful car.

euromarko · 05-02-2012, 09:10 PM

I cannot wait to see all the W114/115's
Here is mine Its a 1976 300D

ifthecar · 05-06-2012, 08:27 PM

I just purchased a 1974 240D, and it only has 133K miles and pretty good shape for the what I paid. However, there are things that need to be fixed, which I'm going to get a list from my MB mechanic.

Until then, the car drives great and seems to be a good daily driver. So my questions are:
1. How can I keep it running great?
2. What are some major issues I should be watching out for?

OldMBGuy · 06-21-2012, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ifthecar

I just purchased a 1974 240D, and it only has 133K miles and pretty good shape for the what I paid. However, there are things that need to be fixed, which I'm going to get a list from my MB mechanic.

Until then, the car drives great and seems to be a good daily driver. So my questions are:
1. How can I keep it running great?
2. What are some major issues I should be watching out for?

Wow, that's great! Congrats. I really miss my old 1975 240.

You probably want to start fresh with fluids/filters/hoses & maybe glow plugs (unless you know that previous owner recently did that stuff). As for ongoing maintenance, these cars are pretty simple and very bulletproof. Just change the oil at every 5k and adjust the valves every 15k or so, and remember to pre-heat the glow plugs twice on cold mornings before you start it. That's all we used to have to do on our manual.

02-18-2009, 06:23 PM	#5
SL-ML-C Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 184 Drives: 2000 MR-S daily driver, 1997 SL600 weekend fun, 1999 ML430 tow vehicle	I have a 1976 240D and a 1989 560 SEL, I would love to post pics and get feedback as I swap the V8 into the /8 Mods, please - this section should exist! __________________ 97' red/blk/blk SL600 99' C43 AMG gry/blk 99' ML430 white/grey 09' C63 AMG white/black 00' 740i sport blk/blk -SOLD 07' 335i sedan (sport) silver/blk 00' MR-S blk/blk 01' MR-S silver/blk 87' 420 SEL white/grey - SOLD 76' 240D red/tan 87' 190D 2.5 Turbo white/blue 88' 190E 2.3-8V champagne/OxBlood 91' 190E 2.3-8V blue/tan 89' 560SEL 5.5-16V silver/grey

03-21-2011, 04:44 PM	#7
MB-BOB Admin Alumni Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 8,162 Drives: See Garage	Welcome to the W114/15 Sub-Forum! __________________ C320 - '06 Headlights Desert Silver/Java Clear Markers White Star Flat Badge

05-07-2011, 09:58 PM	#9
bagelsjustbagel Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Norcal Posts: 483 Drives: 1997 C36 AMG	Hey guys, im actually looking around and trying to find a w114 280ce. I need some advice in terms of maintenance, specs, what to lookout for. Any help or advice would be great-as im going to sell my C36 for it and make it my daily driver. __________________ Car For Sale

09-15-2011, 01:25 PM	#13
grane MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA and CA Posts: 1,207 Drives: G350 Bluetec	Consider joining the MBCA I've been a member for several years and most of the members have cars from the 50 s - 90s. There are many tech articles and vendors that specialize in older models including the M115 series. Check out their website www.mbca.org My friend just picked up a "barn find" car and used their article to get a realistic value. Hope this ok to share on this website. The two complement each other.

05-02-2012, 09:10 PM	#16
euromarko Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 10 Drives: 03 e500	I cannot wait to see all the W114/115's Here is mine Its a 1976 300D __________________ 2003 MB E500 2003 VW Jetta 2000 VW Jetta

09-22-2008, 11:27 PM	#2
Saprissa MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: San Diego, CA & San Jose, Costa Rica & Stuttgart, Germany Posts: 9,499 Drives: 1959 220S / 1979 230 G / 2002 A210 AMG / 2003 C320 SC / 2004.5 C320 SS / 2005 ML350 SE / 2008 smart	moderators, we need W114 and W115 sections in this forum !!!

10-05-2008, 11:06 PM	#3
Untertürkheim MBWorld Fanatic! Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,408	Agreed! I have always had a soft spot for a nice 75-76 300D

03-19-2011, 11:06 PM	#6
NicholasG73 Newbie 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250-Class Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Victoria bc Posts: 5 Drives: 1969 Mercedes 250	I've got a sweet 69 to show off.

07-16-2011, 02:03 AM	#10
NicholasG73 Newbie 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250-Class Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Victoria bc Posts: 5 Drives: 1969 Mercedes 250

08-03-2011, 04:09 PM	#11
mknmike Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 1 Drives: 73 450sl	Cool to see a w114/115 section. I'm considering one, and have a set of BBS RS 009 8x16et11 wheels (ideal for a r/c107 or w126), and I'm wondering if they'd fit on a w115 (diesel). Anyone know? There are no tires on the BBS RS 009 right now, but I've got a set of 225/50/16. I guess I should start by learning the stock tire sizes for a w115. Anything? Anyone? I'm good with calculating backspace, frontspace, and use the rimsntires.com site for diameter. Thanks! Mike

09-04-2011, 03:01 PM	#12
Brau0318 Senior Member Garage is empty, add now Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Minnesota Posts: 272 Drives: Mars Red 2005 C230k, 2001 E320 4matic	I'm also in the market, would be nice to hear what owners think, and some common what to look for areas. Pictures and restoration ideas

05-06-2012, 08:27 PM	#17
ifthecar Newbie Garage is empty, add now Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 6 Drives: 1974 Mercedes 240D	1974 240D, need to know how to maintain it I just purchased a 1974 240D, and it only has 133K miles and pretty good shape for the what I paid. However, there are things that need to be fixed, which I'm going to get a list from my MB mechanic. Until then, the car drives great and seems to be a good daily driver. So my questions are: 1. How can I keep it running great? 2. What are some major issues I should be watching out for? Attached Thumbnails

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