Making One Mercedes E320 Diesel from Two Cheap Salvage Cars

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Waldo's World

Waldo's World

Жыл бұрын

I bought another cheap E-class, so let’s combine both cars to make one AWESOME car!
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@Large_Sarge
@Large_Sarge Жыл бұрын
A lot of KZbinrs would have milked this as a five-part series and you fit so much in just one video. Much respect for that. Thank you for this content and your efforts. Great video as usual.
@Potatofarmer1898
@Potatofarmer1898 Жыл бұрын
That's exactly what I was thinking... Waldo did more in a 25 minute video than many youtubers do in 5 videos... This was super satisfying to watch. From start to finish with no fillers.
@josephb2280
@josephb2280 Жыл бұрын
Right around the 10:00 mark I thought it was going to be the end of the video leaving a cliffhanger of which car he was going to keep lol. He easily could’ve done it!
@expired56k
@expired56k Жыл бұрын
Ditto! A pleasure to watch and lots of technical info. We can only admire Waldo's mechanic skills and fewer items in a landfill! Thanks!
@trethatdude
@trethatdude Жыл бұрын
You read my mind when I saw it was the full build I was in. I love this channel.
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I really appreciate the feedback! 👍
@halloballoyt7904
@halloballoyt7904 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love how you just called the E320 CDI a small car. Greetings from Europe, where this thing is already a "big" car.
@VPB1970
@VPB1970 Жыл бұрын
Yes it’s hilarious. Not small in any possible measure. It’s a family executive sedan considered a big car everywhere else besides the states where everyone drives immense inefficient trucks and SUV even if they drive solo most of the time…..
@unclejoe6811
@unclejoe6811 Жыл бұрын
@@VPB1970 don't worry about what others do in their country, mind your own business.
@VPB1970
@VPB1970 Жыл бұрын
@@unclejoe6811 and I really do…..couldn’t care less, but I travel to the US often (a federation of state I must admit I really appreciate, and I traveled the country) and I noticed the differences, nothing more. You ride/drive whatever you like. No need to feel insulted, take it easy, it really not a big deal. All good!
@jwhitley101whitleyfarms9
@jwhitley101whitleyfarms9 Жыл бұрын
@Vasco Pais Brandão we drive so inefficiently in the US yet we use giant trucks to haul feed, grain, cattle and hay where Europe and the rest of the world hook farm tractors up to wagons and trailers pulling load after load all over the countryside .😅 I think it's funny they buy big brand new tractors every year and farm all of 200 acres. We farm 2000 and do custom work with our newest tractor is a 2011.
@lasdiLP
@lasdiLP Жыл бұрын
@@jwhitley101whitleyfarms9 Sounds like a Skill issue...
@liljeff39
@liljeff39 Жыл бұрын
I’m so happy you addressed the foggy headlight!! Was bothering my OCD so much!!
@corydriver7634
@corydriver7634 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love your editing style. You don’t make us watch any of the reassembly process even in time lapse. You stop and talk about critical processes or important information when needed and I appreciate that. A testament as to how far this channel has come-a ten-fold increase in subscribers in little more than a year. Keep the quality content coming and it’ll be 1 million real soon. 👍🏻
@xxxqqq
@xxxqqq Жыл бұрын
Exactly, "...so, let's get to work", one second later, engine is out, haha, and the video quality is fantastic
@mgreene1409
@mgreene1409 Жыл бұрын
You might want to swap the rear diff as well since it has lower milage too.
@calholli
@calholli Жыл бұрын
meh.. Not really worth it. Just change the fluid and it should be fine for another 100k miles without even thinking about it.
@IgnoreSolutions
@IgnoreSolutions Жыл бұрын
@@calholli Yeah agree, rear diffs aren't the problems with these cars. I'd sooner swap the transmission (which would require reprogramming unfortunately.....NAG2 are a pain like that) than the rear diff
@calholli
@calholli Жыл бұрын
@@IgnoreSolutions He did swap the trans.. but rather than program it -- he swapped the TCM - which was inside it. Personally, I would have just ran the old one -- and kept this one safe for a backup. That's a sweet car though. I bought an Acura MDX in 2019, 3 rows of heated leather seats, moon roof, heated mirrors, navigation/ rear camera -- which are common now, but back then that was unheard of; It's AWD, duel climate COLD ac.. Super cold/ and the fan blows your hair back. Only 155k miles, zero rust, zero dents and absolutely zero leaks anywhere on this thing-- which shocked me. I crawled all over it and it's very clean underneath- not a drip of oil anywhere on it.. And they must have just recently put new tires on it -- because they were 90 to 95% new.. And I only paid $1700. lol.. I absolutely stole this thing-- it's such a good car. The interior looks just like this Mercedes in the video.... I don't have that diesel engine, but It's a 3.5L Honda Vtec, which are pretty legendary in their own right.. It's crazy what deals are out there if you just keep looking all the time. Things will pop up, but they are gone fast if you don't grab them.
@erikkovacs3097
@erikkovacs3097 Жыл бұрын
@@IgnoreSolutions Not necessary. You can transfer the TCM conductor plate to the new transmission and you’ll be fine. There will be a new learn period while it gets used to the different valve body and clutch wear.
@IgnoreSolutions
@IgnoreSolutions Жыл бұрын
@@erikkovacs3097 Absolutely not on the NAG2. The NAG1 no problem. NAG2 the TCM is integrated into the conductor plate and is considered “trp” (theft relevant part). Programming is required to replace and Mercedes will not sell the part to you directly unless you have a locksmith license.
@billslim9267
@billslim9267 Жыл бұрын
That engine exchange is a lot more work than you showed in the video. Great job!
@Jacko87able
@Jacko87able Жыл бұрын
hmm just wondering why he didnt just buy used engine 500-1000$ that car price was over 5000
@monk3yboy69
@monk3yboy69 Жыл бұрын
Strip for spares?
@Jacko87able
@Jacko87able Жыл бұрын
​@@monk3yboy69 The life cycle of that car is not long enough to use all parts..
@dereinegreg
@dereinegreg 5 ай бұрын
My S211 E 320 CDI now has 635,000 kilometers on it. For Americans, that is close to 400,000 miles. So your wonderful blue E-Class has got much more life in it. I am a mechanic working for Mercedes-Benz here in Austria and I bought my car new back in 2008. The most important thing is regularly maintaining your car. Mine gets an oil change every 10,000-12,000 km. By doing this, you ensure that the oil doesn't degrade or dilute with diesel. I wish you many more happy miles with your car.
@Cole-xq2tl
@Cole-xq2tl 4 ай бұрын
It's honestly unbelievable how many people don't change their oil as often as they should
@dereinegreg
@dereinegreg 4 ай бұрын
@@Cole-xq2tl it is the key to good reliability and high mileage. If you do it yourself, you can absolutely afford to change the oil every 10000 kilometres.
@liammonahan
@liammonahan Жыл бұрын
As a fellow w211 om642 owner I’ve enjoyed the heck out of your videos. Keep up the good work Waldo.
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you so much! These W211 w/ OM642 cars sure are awesome. In fact, I've had my eyes open for another donor vehicle to swap an OM642 into something (maybe a Range Rover 😬)
@aztekarchive
@aztekarchive 9 ай бұрын
Why would you do that KZbin take 30%
@pnwadventures2955
@pnwadventures2955 Жыл бұрын
After buying that key at the dealership, you are 100% committed! Love this project, can't wait to see more
@um8440
@um8440 Жыл бұрын
Expensive key, that is why i dont drive eu car.
@sssssneaker
@sssssneaker Жыл бұрын
@@um8440 Just don't lose'em lol
@WorkshopGreg
@WorkshopGreg Жыл бұрын
Waldo - thank you for dedicating a single video to the swap out of that engine. You could have easily drug it out into a 5 part series, which would have been way too much. That's a really nice rig you have there now. Well done! Side note - I think you're the only KZbinr I follow that's based in New Hampshire. I spent a lot of time out there in Manchester years ago when I worked at a software company in the old mill district. Beautiful country out there.
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Mustie1 is the only other big KZbinr I know of in NH 👍
@chrisdoe6890
@chrisdoe6890 8 ай бұрын
Greg from flying wheels but he sells cars .
@psalm2forliberty577
@psalm2forliberty577 3 ай бұрын
Owner of a w210 E-320 Wagon here. Gas 3.2 V-6 is a GREAT engine. But, I'd love to try a V6 TD Benz but they made them so freakishly rare almost nobody has seen one / can buy one. Whenever I see a post on Benzworld from an E-class Diesel, its from a Non-USA country. I think we need to TOSS the stupid EPA out of our country FOREVER, their a BS agency that wields Unconstitutional power over consumers & manufacturers Automotive Liberty to provide, purchase & enjoy practical & fun cars like these !
@yassine2819
@yassine2819 8 ай бұрын
I own a 2007 E280 CDI with around 650000 kms on it. Drives like a charm to this day. A well made and comfortable car.
@poisonlavalucas8135
@poisonlavalucas8135 Жыл бұрын
I really like how you didnt split this up into multiple eppisodes. I think it is a fair tradeoff to have longer time in between uploads but have more of a project in the same video. keep up the good work
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the feedback! 👍
@jackedupjunkers1922
@jackedupjunkers1922 Жыл бұрын
This is the type of content I love! Saving cars that aren't collectors items but are still worth the effort
@IgnoreSolutions
@IgnoreSolutions Жыл бұрын
There’s so little of these Bluetecs / 05-06 CDIs that i honestly think they *might* be a collectors piece on day
@STiX_87
@STiX_87 Жыл бұрын
In America, Diesel Mercedes' are collector's items. I'd like the honest opinion of someone who has tried both some american premium models in comparison with european... Which is better and why? Here in Europe, Mercedes, BMW and AUDI, among with some italian and UK branded cars, are committed to be the best premium cars globally. I refuse it. I do believe that many cars from other countries have equally good premium cars... But when the word DIESEL comes into the conversation, I think that in most people's minds the picture of a Mercedes comes up...
@IgnoreSolutions
@IgnoreSolutions Жыл бұрын
@@STiX_87 There’s nothing comparable in the American diesel space to the MB/BMW/VW diesels. If you’re buying an American diesel, it’s fuel guzzling V8 Ford probably.
@jp34604
@jp34604 Жыл бұрын
@@IgnoreSolutions Hey now we love our Cummings
@IgnoreSolutions
@IgnoreSolutions Жыл бұрын
@@jp34604 It's probably an inline 6! ;)
@ThomasP187
@ThomasP187 Жыл бұрын
Its crazy, you passed thru my hometown when you showed New York.
@unairamos74
@unairamos74 Жыл бұрын
Here in Europe is not uncommon to see this kind of cars hit the 1 million km mark on the odometer, specially as cabs (taxi owners). A friend of mine bought the exact same E320 second hand, in the same colour (looks gorgeous in the flesh), and he didn't mind the 600.000 km figure on the dashboard. The car was running flawlessly and the best was that the interior was incredibly well maintained.
@joshsteele449
@joshsteele449 Жыл бұрын
I think the reason I like your channel as much as I do is because you show the prices of everything and it’s all affordable, with some elbow grease you can get a lot of stuff done and actually own some nice things
@davidquinn9676
@davidquinn9676 Жыл бұрын
What did he pay for the black one at auction? I missed it if he said it.
@EyNico
@EyNico Жыл бұрын
Great video 👍🏻 I specially appreciate the conversions from miles to km, mph to km/h and mpg to L/100 km, makes it so much easier for a swede like me to understand the numbers.
@bigsleez8655
@bigsleez8655 Жыл бұрын
Fr fr
@johnnyohness
@johnnyohness 8 ай бұрын
Just discovered your channel. I am off the hook impressed. Saw your crew cab Chevy and boat engine rehab, and now this. Most people wouldn't buy an elderly Mercedes because of the rebuild/maintenance disastrous costs, but you jump into the challenge like you were rebuilding a lawnmower engine. With your ability and mechanical IQ, there is nothing you can't do. I am a HEGA HUGE fan. Thanks for posting such high-quality videos.
@sitalimwiingahamatuli2024
@sitalimwiingahamatuli2024 Жыл бұрын
You make such incredible videos - the hard work you put in looks effortless because you’re such a great personality man. You keep igniting a passion for car restoration in me and my wife knows it. Bless you a bunch man!
@vincentshelpfulhints4085
@vincentshelpfulhints4085 Жыл бұрын
I have done engines swaps before, Around 40 years ago I thought it was a huge job back then but now with all the extras they have on engines it looks like a nightmare. You make it look easy and I know it is not. Thank you for sharing, Love your channel
@MrMklasse
@MrMklasse Жыл бұрын
That's a nice unique blue color and so glad you saved it. I really love how W211 Mercedes looks, so timeless
@midhunmurali3709
@midhunmurali3709 Жыл бұрын
honestly.. i enjoy seeing old machines brought back to life.. u r a great human being Waldo..
@iceman45ification1
@iceman45ification1 Жыл бұрын
I love to see a happy ending. And I'm glad you kept the blue Benz. I really love that color. And with the new wheels you put on it, makes it look way nicer. 👌 I bought the same 3M headlight kit for my car but haven't gotten around to using it yet. Your headlights turned out really nice. Glad I picked the 3M kit. Thanks for the effort you put into your video, Waldo. Great video as always. 🏆🏅🥇🎖
@Deography
@Deography Жыл бұрын
You have mad skills in mechanics, camera work in the videos and of course hosting. You’re gonna be a star on KZbin Without a doubt!
@Rexbraiku
@Rexbraiku Жыл бұрын
Whats there to be star about moron
@korn111685
@korn111685 Жыл бұрын
I wish you’d upload more. Glad you’re saving the blue car!
@gorexgo5809
@gorexgo5809 4 ай бұрын
Great job, I'm really glad you decided to put the Diamond Blue E320 back on the road. One of my favorite colors. One word of commentary on your lift. Please make sure it is anchored correctly. I had a friend that the anchor bolts pulled out of the concrete . The vehicle on the lift was totaled. Luckily no one was hurt. Cheers
@Dengezik100
@Dengezik100 Жыл бұрын
Great video as usual! I especially love, that You convert measure units to SI. Btw. E-klass MB cars of the '80-s and '90-s made it up to well over 1 million kilometers before any major overhaul. By far the best cars I ever drove. Good luck!
@avioncamper
@avioncamper Жыл бұрын
Wow a new Waldo video, my car hero!!! The blue Benz is sweet. Waldo can fix cars, build trailers, cook, fur baby daddy. A renaissance man for the 21st century. Comes off as a true Gentleman and a cool guy. Best wishes from NC.
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
You're too kind! 😂
@juanramirez5817
@juanramirez5817 Жыл бұрын
Dude I watched the whole video didn’t skip any part, that’s rare for me keep up the good work hopefully more people discover your channel
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@dubasciver3234
@dubasciver3234 4 ай бұрын
You do a wonderful job bringing the viewer into your shop with you. That is the magic of your channel. Well done!
@stevesalvage1089
@stevesalvage1089 Жыл бұрын
Another action packed episode , I learnt a few things here like the transmission communication unit , thanks Waldo excellent filming, !
@mackmallen5472
@mackmallen5472 Жыл бұрын
Genuinely one of my favourite KZbin channels right now. I love how descriptive and thorough you are. Just a lot fun and really enjoyable to watch
@alvaromartin6997
@alvaromartin6997 Жыл бұрын
Regarding the oil cooler seals, it seems that they have been, at some point, replaced because the new ones are purple, while the originals are orange. I had a leak in my S 320 CDI (@ 375.00km/235.000 Mile), due to these seals and it cost a lot of money just in handwork. Great decision! Great engine, it's hard as a 🪨. If you have any query about this engine, do not hesitate to ask me! Greetings from Spain!
@coraandspink
@coraandspink Жыл бұрын
Came here to say this - original oil seals are orange, replacement upgraded material are purple or another colour... I think the ones I had were blue or grey???
@GazC
@GazC Жыл бұрын
I spotted that too. I think I would have cried a little at that point! 😂
@qidashajyf9573
@qidashajyf9573 Жыл бұрын
Your work is crystal clear, yet worth more than gold. Great presentation
@stevebutler7346
@stevebutler7346 Жыл бұрын
Loving your relaxed attitude to repairs ,,GOOD to see someone Do Preventative maintenance,, enjoyed your vid ,,Well Done from Budgie UK
@1701enter
@1701enter Жыл бұрын
That was a lot of fun! I am such a fan of that engine gearbox combination! I have driven that model but have owned three CLS versions super reliable no problems whatsoever as you quite rightly say maintenance with OEM parts is the key with quality oil!
@lwstein7889
@lwstein7889 Жыл бұрын
Really enjoy your format and sparing us on the boring sections! 😉 I have a 2006 E320 CDI that's been my favorite car so far. So easy to work on, sips the diesel, and is very comfy. Enjoy your great car and thanks for sharing!
@OrangeUp
@OrangeUp Жыл бұрын
Waldo makes everything look easy. From the sofa watching his doings is even easier 😀 I know from my modest own experience that all of that is NOTHING BUT easy.
@tube8533
@tube8533 Жыл бұрын
Perfect job! I like watching you explainning and working!
@kuruptgt
@kuruptgt Жыл бұрын
Love your channel. I'm a complete beginner and I'm learning so much about cars because of your channel!
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@jeffmalone4105
@jeffmalone4105 Жыл бұрын
Let’s get this man a proper shop to work in
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
Desperately needed 😂
@TheRoadhammer379
@TheRoadhammer379 Жыл бұрын
@@WaldosWorld, when I was a young man in my late teens, early 20s, I built my pulling trucks in a cheap portable car port. Plywood floor, salamander heater, carbon monoxide poisoning and beer, oh the joy of turning wrenches in upstate NY winters, 😂 I definitely feel your pain Waldo
@popincourt8058
@popincourt8058 Жыл бұрын
Years of wrenching at -40 in Alberta winters in an old garage with a kerosene heater means I feel your pain.
@em4703
@em4703 Жыл бұрын
The purple silicone seals for the oil cooler are the good ones btw, the ones with leaking issues were the ones used in the earlier made engines with black rubber.
@bat__bat
@bat__bat Жыл бұрын
Great stuff going on. Glad you restored that blue one, very nice and cream interior
@schwuzi
@schwuzi Жыл бұрын
Waldo you grew to be one of my all time favorite channels. I really like the diversity in your projects and the ways you present them.
@rrj7553
@rrj7553 Жыл бұрын
Only bad part of your videos is having to wait for you to make another! Keep them coming!!! They are great!
@larannar123
@larannar123 Жыл бұрын
Waldo you played this really smart and with minimal cost,but you willing to do the labor,you now have a high quality, safe,road worthy vehicle that can last you for years to come!!!💯👍👍👍😎
@raymondw7016
@raymondw7016 Жыл бұрын
What a great video, very different from what I'm used to see on KZbin. The analysis of the broken engine did it for me. Keep it up. On to the 1,000,000 subscribers :-) You have a new subscriber 😀
@boltspeedman91
@boltspeedman91 Жыл бұрын
I recommend a headlight clear coat spray for the headlights after you clean them. Makes it last longer
@dewdew34
@dewdew34 Жыл бұрын
The quality of your videos, production, video, audio, etc. is as good or better than any car channels i've watched. Content is excellent as well. Well done Waldo and thanks.
@maxboya
@maxboya Жыл бұрын
@ 0:47 DRIVING OVER THE CONN. RIVER! Driving up to Putney Rd and the roundabout! Never thought I would see a video of my hometown Brattleboro! Wicked!
@detonater1348
@detonater1348 4 ай бұрын
This dude is sooo slept on, its my 3rd or 4th video im watching from him. The video production, the knowledge, the explanation, the details etc…well executed and much better content than so many other well known auto content creators. Subbed for sure and i rarely do that.
@captainfish1764
@captainfish1764 Жыл бұрын
Another masterclass from Waldo. Can't get enough of your videos. Keep up the good work.
@toppops22
@toppops22 Жыл бұрын
Just watched this and the previous episode back to back, more interesting than most stuff out there, so Thankyou for the great content and I just want to commend you on your mechanical skills, very impressive.
@OrnumCR
@OrnumCR Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for adding metric equivalents for those of us outside the US. Well done…makes it much easier to enjoy your journey through the process. Enjoyed this. 😊…
@Antti_Iltanen
@Antti_Iltanen Жыл бұрын
After watching about every single Legit Street Cars and Vice Grip Garage video there is, the algorithm finally brought me here and im so glad I found your channel. Great content even though I've only seen few videos. Subscribed for more. Thanks for the quality stuff you've put out. 👍
@jessesmith3026
@jessesmith3026 Жыл бұрын
Man I’d love to see these being 1hr long or longer. I could watch your videos all day!
@richardsgarage6697
@richardsgarage6697 Жыл бұрын
Great job! It really looks sharp with the higher trim wheels and that headlight fixed. Definitely a great car to keep in your fleet
@AWEdventures
@AWEdventures Жыл бұрын
As a high school Automotive teacher myself, I really like seeing that you are always wearing safety glasses!! Awesome informative content!
@kevinullrich1619
@kevinullrich1619 Жыл бұрын
Waldo, I love watching your positive videos. You don’t let anything bother you. You are a very conscientious mechanic and fabricator. I thoroughly enjoy all of your videos. I want to ask what auctions you use. I know you don’t give the cost of each car but, I too, like diesels and wanted to see what an auction had. I would like to try to duplicate your methodology and hopefully come up with similar results. Keep up the great content and thank you!
@awk666
@awk666 Жыл бұрын
The oil cooler seals have already been done, they were the updated purple version.
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
Ah, I was wondering about that. Thanks for the info!
@guganotubo
@guganotubo Жыл бұрын
@@WaldosWorld looks like you didn't prime/purge the oil circuit. The best practice is to replace the oil cooler, and then crank the engine several times without the injectors installed (no crank load). There is a high likelihood of the new engine spinning the rear rod and main bearings, but you might have been lucky that the engine didn't start on the first time.
@domer1389
@domer1389 Жыл бұрын
I can’t express how well done, thoughtful, and enjoyable this is. Keep it up!
@jonclassical5710
@jonclassical5710 Жыл бұрын
The Blue one will be amazing and the wheels are icing on the cake...well done!
@julianlangdon3456
@julianlangdon3456 Жыл бұрын
So nice to find someone who's interested in real world stuff, such as gas mileage and is, like me, a fan of Diesels. A long term gas mileage monitor would be far more interesting than a one off journey. I got 47.2mpg from my normally aspirated Peugeot 405 XUD wagon over 105,000miles in the 11years I owned it
@davidchristensen1219
@davidchristensen1219 Жыл бұрын
Another home run! I was glad to see you "keyed" in on the blue model. Black is all too common for Mercedes vehicles. Can't wait for your next video!
@TDRKB
@TDRKB Жыл бұрын
You make it look so easy. A very interesting video and I love your informative and generous style.Great video.
@joshnugteren781
@joshnugteren781 Жыл бұрын
fantastic video man, really enjoyed it and so glad it’s all in one well put together video not a 17 part mini series! i have a Wagon version of this car and i love it, keep up the great work!
@rjkulman8990
@rjkulman8990 Жыл бұрын
nice work, glad it all worked out for you, you keep my interest throughout the entire video, enjoy your new ride
@Gr8thxAlot
@Gr8thxAlot Жыл бұрын
This is a great result, and I love that blue color! You have some serious skills!
@Deyo99
@Deyo99 Жыл бұрын
Definitely do a MPG challenge with it, with your videos I have started looking into a CDI Mercedes myself. My second vote goes to putting on some type of a tune to make crazy torque.
@yunked210
@yunked210 Жыл бұрын
I was waiting for this update Great job Waldo!
@suhayl5157
@suhayl5157 Жыл бұрын
I am seriously impressed by your skills since its obvious that you are not a Mercedes guy, yet you managed very well. bravo.
@mbergheaud
@mbergheaud Жыл бұрын
Hey Waldo, I enjoy watching your videos and I admire your talents. I wish I were more like you. Looking forward to more content.
@chakagillis
@chakagillis Жыл бұрын
What up with the gooseneck build Waldo?
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
It's been collecting rust. I have a couple more videos planned for this fall/winter 😬
@jasonstinson1767
@jasonstinson1767 Жыл бұрын
@@WaldosWorld Ahh, that's just pre-patina. Pretina if you will.
@finn.hermansen
@finn.hermansen Жыл бұрын
It looks super GREAT - and it runs forever - Here in Europe, these Mercedes drive forever - and people are really happy with them. You have made a good purchase, but most of all, you have done a fantastic job of putting the blue version in a great condition👌👍
@fixitjerry
@fixitjerry 7 ай бұрын
Those seals have been changed before, the factory ones that leak are orange, the purple is the upgrade! Love that engine! Cool video
@hagiwoodworks7759
@hagiwoodworks7759 Жыл бұрын
At $50 a day you better get that gooseneck done😂
@Bernardomeneghini732
@Bernardomeneghini732 Жыл бұрын
It's always a nice day when Waldo posts a video!
@Louisfps
@Louisfps Жыл бұрын
Loved your videos on the Mercedes and would love to see you do a road trip as you mentioned, your detailing and narrating as you go is fantasti. thank you do more Mercedes series.
@frankiehoosier9165
@frankiehoosier9165 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video presentation !!!! You are a very talented mechanic/person and tell a good story without a lot of filler crap that most YTubers add. What do you think the new and improved Mercedes is now worth after all of your worthwhile changes? Thanks ! Edit: I also REALLY like the fact you don’t beg for likes and subs !! Thank You !
@Foghorn117
@Foghorn117 Жыл бұрын
This was an amazing video, really love seeing that you save so many cool vehicles 😊
@DieterTheHorst
@DieterTheHorst Жыл бұрын
That blue is a really nice color. I have a pre-update 320 (when they still had the straight 6) as a daily driver, and it's at just over 300k. You might want to change the diff oil, and run it through a clean filter cloth to check for shavings. These rear diffs tend to get somewhat neglected, even more so as MB claimed a lifetime fill. Also, keep an eye on the inside edges of the rear fenders, that's where the first rust on that body will start.
@komruz
@komruz Жыл бұрын
Great video, nice that you put it all in one video yet still very indepth and alot of valid tips. Great to see now cheap gold classics back on the road. You'll have fun in it and worth keeping. Wish I had your knowledge and a big farm to use lol. Keep up the good work. Would love to see a video on a cheap v8 or even higher luxury performance car if you get one or something small and eco.
@pedrofundora9185
@pedrofundora9185 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed your video I have a 2012 S350 with basically the same engine. I love those engines and i have put many miles on mine. These cars are unbelievably strong if you maintain them. Many problems that these cars have are not because they are bad cars. The problem frequently is that these cars end up in the hands of bad owners.
@lchebuhar9212
@lchebuhar9212 Жыл бұрын
Car turned out great! Another advantage to the blue one was the clear title - higher resale should you decide to send it off to a new owner! 💪👍🏼
@paul5683
@paul5683 4 ай бұрын
The cost of quality painting on body replacement parts would have been in the 1000s
@defekticon
@defekticon Жыл бұрын
Great video! I'm rebuilding my OM642 right now due to a hole in a piston. Those seals had already been replaced. Bad seals were orange, good seal design were purple, but no harm in freshening them up while you were in there.
@torsi10
@torsi10 Жыл бұрын
I am looking forward to the new build series for a similar trailer you rented at uhaul. As you buy all these cars from all around, you might as well :D Great content as usual, cheers from Norway :)
@edwardmuthee
@edwardmuthee Жыл бұрын
The best gearhead channel on Yt. Ever. Thank you for everything you do.
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@nzamalik57
@nzamalik57 3 ай бұрын
One man mechanic.. Wow! Hell of a job.. Absolutely amazing work..
@Z-Bart
@Z-Bart Жыл бұрын
Not much for that famous VT Fall color yet. We are at peak color here in NE MN.
@FASWORLD7
@FASWORLD7 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for saving an Amazing car for the mid 2000's
@JGV_IX
@JGV_IX Жыл бұрын
I thoroughly enjoyed this video! Thanks a million!!
@Cradox_lotus
@Cradox_lotus Жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this painless to watch. Alot of Tubers can learn from you.
@Rubbernecker
@Rubbernecker Жыл бұрын
Damn Waldo, you are fearless. I was a bit disappointed in the lack of an "I Did This!" sticker on the fuel pump...
@WaldosWorld
@WaldosWorld Жыл бұрын
Ah, I should have brought some with me on the trip! 😂
@LeonardoCostaUSA
@LeonardoCostaUSA Жыл бұрын
Question: instead of changing the transmission control modules would that work if you just reprogram it?
@maximus5684
@maximus5684 Жыл бұрын
Hey, Waldo! Love your videos. Just wanted to comment to say that I noticed that this vehicle has an aftermarket Mobileye system on it. KEEP THAT on your combined vehicle, if at all possible. This adds a ton of cool features like time-to-collision estimate, stop light recognition, adaptive cruise, etc.
@rainlori
@rainlori 11 ай бұрын
The dark one has a nice woodgrain steering wheel which would look good in the blue one, assuming the colours properly match and it's not too much hassle with airbag etc. Cheers and a great channel!
@itsjustme9318
@itsjustme9318 Жыл бұрын
Waldo you always make it all look so easy!!! Mercedes diesel one of the best engines in the world. Excellent maintenance means excellent life span!! Run some injector cleaner through it you will notice a big difference.
@rawimpact
@rawimpact Жыл бұрын
Hey Waldo, you know what would be awesome? A toyota powered luxury car. Best of both worlds
@mrmadmoody
@mrmadmoody Жыл бұрын
Lexus?
@tihspidtherekciltilc5469
@tihspidtherekciltilc5469 Жыл бұрын
LS 400, end. of. story.
@branchmanagertreeservice5081
@branchmanagertreeservice5081 Жыл бұрын
Hilux powered!!
@kearnsey64
@kearnsey64 Жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your content Waldo! Thanks!
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