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02-10-2009, 06:05 PM
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95' E320 Wagon (gave to father) 15' VW TDI Wagon, 05' X3, 97' F150, 99' Buell S3
MB specs 229.51 oil can be used on 229.5 motors.
As stated in the WWW above.
"Vehicles with the Mercedes Maintenance System starting with MY2005 can use 229.5 or 229.51 oils."
I have the V6 in a Sprinter based RV and the I6 in my CDI both take the same filters and it is nice to buy one brand of oil.
Rotella 5/40, Very good oil and cheep. I use in my old Landcruiser but it does not meet MB specs.
As stated in the WWW above.
"Vehicles with the Mercedes Maintenance System starting with MY2005 can use 229.5 or 229.51 oils."
I have the V6 in a Sprinter based RV and the I6 in my CDI both take the same filters and it is nice to buy one brand of oil.
Rotella 5/40, Very good oil and cheep. I use in my old Landcruiser but it does not meet MB specs.
02-10-2009, 11:58 PM
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MB specs 229.51 oil can be used on 229.5 motors.
As stated in the WWW above.
"Vehicles with the Mercedes Maintenance System starting with MY2005 can use 229.5 or 229.51 oils."
I have the V6 in a Sprinter based RV and the I6 in my CDI both take the same filters and it is nice to buy one brand of oil.
Rotella 5/40, Very good oil and cheep. I use in my old Landcruiser but it does not meet MB specs.
As stated in the WWW above.
"Vehicles with the Mercedes Maintenance System starting with MY2005 can use 229.5 or 229.51 oils."
I have the V6 in a Sprinter based RV and the I6 in my CDI both take the same filters and it is nice to buy one brand of oil.
Rotella 5/40, Very good oil and cheep. I use in my old Landcruiser but it does not meet MB specs.
04-09-2009, 12:34 AM
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06 E320 CDI
I might be lucky enough to join the CDI club this week-end. 06 E320 CDI CPO'd with 30k. P1 package and HK Sound but not much more than that. Couldn't find one with Parktronic and Bi-Xenon's but for low miles and CPO the price is great right now.
Might even be driving through Albuquerque on the way back to LA.
Have enjoyed all of the input on these vehicles. Would like to hear any feedback to check on other then the VIN so I can see if all the recalls have been addressed for the vehicle.
Might even be driving through Albuquerque on the way back to LA.
Have enjoyed all of the input on these vehicles. Would like to hear any feedback to check on other then the VIN so I can see if all the recalls have been addressed for the vehicle.
04-12-2009, 08:45 PM
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08 S65, 06 M3 CS(stick), 02 BMW X5 4.6iS, 07 R1 Raven, 08 F-450 4x4, 08 CooperS JCW
04-12-2009, 10:45 PM
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cheaper than a benz...
parktronic, is just annoying, and an needless expense.
If you ever need the injectors replaced on the car keep in mind that have to be changed out by the dealer, the injectors have a serial code on them that has to be written into the cars software, for proper operation.
i have seen a few egr's go bad, but they were warranty work.
If you ever need the injectors replaced on the car keep in mind that have to be changed out by the dealer, the injectors have a serial code on them that has to be written into the cars software, for proper operation.
i have seen a few egr's go bad, but they were warranty work.
04-28-2009, 03:24 PM
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04-28-2009, 05:47 PM
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1987 SDL; 2001 Chevy 2500HD CC, 8.1L, Allison special order; 1970 GTO LS2, 4L60E, under construction
He's the king. Doesn't need to prove anything.... 
I'm only an Amsoil dealer.. What do I know...
I'm only an Amsoil dealer.. What do I know...
04-29-2009, 06:30 PM
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1987 SDL; 2001 Chevy 2500HD CC, 8.1L, Allison special order; 1970 GTO LS2, 4L60E, under construction
Just don't tell the king that.. He knows everything. Including the fact he drive's a Volvo...
04-30-2009, 05:53 PM
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1987 300 SDL
Welcome to the club and congrats on the new car (CDI). At least new 4 U. I have heard that the MB transmission is way better that the Jetta, but remember to do tranny services when due. If you don't know if it was done, then do it right away with the recommended fluid. Other than that, change the oil. On a personal note I love Amsoil but the cost is almost prohibited nowadays. Mine is 8 qt at about nine buckarous each=thank you but not. It will cost me double to use Amsoil ($92) compared with regular Mobil oil. If you can afford it, I highly recommend it, though.
05-02-2009, 07:21 AM
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1987 SDL; 2001 Chevy 2500HD CC, 8.1L, Allison special order; 1970 GTO LS2, 4L60E, under construction
I guess base as the same as finished product in the kings eye's. That's why we love him for the moron he is.
