More Fixes AND Deciding to KEEP or SELL The BisMerc? [Mercedes W124 300CE]

[@mikeclifton7778]

I'd say sort these things then run it as your daily at least for a while so we can see you enjoy your efforts. Another excellent video.

[@eze8970]

If you've made the Bismerc sellable & learned a few more skills along the way, then it's done it's job! Onto the next adventure!

[@cav4290]

You need to test the injection side! First the injectors and then the metering head. Most probably the diaphragm needs to be replaced; easy to do. Also make sure the EHA and the temp sensor is within spec.

[@ewanturner4381]

I REALLY love this BisMerc series Jack. Such a massive change, the car now looks amazing! This is only my own selfish point of view, but I would really like to see you finished this 100%. You really give people like me the inspiration to try something similar, so thank you for that fella.

[@nhrdental]

Back in the mid 90's my Dad had an e320 Coupe. Your series brought back memories. It used to take off from the traffic lights like a jumbo jet on a runway

[@ektrolleyboy]

Such a pretty car! I still hold my lust for early 90’s Mercedes… I’d love one!

[@superseven7947]

I'd say its a keeper Jack, practical timless, classy Classic. These Mercedes coupes wouldn't look out of place on Park Lane or the French Riviera!

[@geloss93]

I have already pointed on the issue with throttle position sensor. Had same issue on my W124 replaced it. Now is running like a dream

[@PureEnigma]

I have an W124 E280 and the left indicator has popped out and gone missing twice on the the motorway, luckily in Thailand a tenner a piece,, i now have it secured properly and for the past 6 months has held in place.. sometimes better off doing the job yourself rather than trusting other people,, my experience anyway.. loving the W124 series awesome work !!

[@paulie-Gualtieri.]

It will look lovely with a leather interior and some original wood trim on the doors and dash. Good move with the colour it really pops.

[@neilwalsh4058]

Be a lovely thing to keep as a daily driver and you've totally transformed it back into a nice car. If you want it period correct though, the alloy wheels should be the 15 hole type and the frontindicators orange. Your wheels and clear indicators were only original spec on later W124's.

[@reinmansmith]

I think the new wheels suit the car better, once you’ve sorted the other bits just keep it as your daily, a smart cheap runaround 👍

[@davidstorm4015]

Great video as always! The way you sealed the edge of the wheel arches is exactly the same as I have done on my MX5! It works really well and looks good too with a straight edge from the tape. If you used the spray or paint-on type underbody seal, a good idea is to heat it up with a heat gun, this makes it run into all the little nooks and crannies to make sure of a watertight seal.

[@samcourt6228]

Hang onto it for a wee bit; I’m sure there’ll be a few bits that need doing to keep you busy. It’d be more interesting than the usual YT of buy, do stuff, sell. Rinse and repeat (albeit it’s usually wraps and exhausts). On a positive note, it looks fab. It’s a hell of journey form the car you bought.

[@MrSimonfoz]

Hooray the 308 returns !!

[@TomsJunkyard]

Great film. The struggle and the journey is genuinely informative & helpful. But also this stuff helps us explore what it is we personally find captivating about these machines.

[@lefuedebout]

Amazing metamorphosis of the BisMerc, job well done. On another point. The inside of your garage door looks pristine while the outside needs some attention. Perhaps a sanding and apply some linseed oil, before rot sets in.

[@CortinasAndClassics]

Love the new colour, Looks brilliant. Quite a transformation since you bought it.

[@paulb4uk]

Who ever gets it after you has a good base for carrying on with the work to improve it you have saved it from an uncertain future and made the car great again .

[@johnmoruzzi7236]

Looking good with sensible sized wheels and that sensible sized mirror !

[@billvanderpol]

I agree on the original wheel choice - looks much better. The green injector I believe is for injecting more fuel during cold starts for K-Jetronic systems

[@richardholland1116]

Car is really looking good now... What a transformation 👏 Again, your video has inspired me to get on and do some work on mine. Fantastic work Jack. Keep the videos coming.

[@stuartd9741]

What a transformation Jack Think you saved this one from the scrappy. The speedlines look sooo much better. Natural fit. If you can hang on for a while use as a daily like others have said. if by adjusting the screw on the meter head improves the engine. Then this suggests either an over rich or weak fuel mixture. Leaky inlet manifold gasket? (Weak mixture) Leaky fuel injector (rich mixture). Usually idles on autos are a little higher so maybe adjust the idle see if that improves things... Ignition advance weights frozen in dizzy?.. Someone mentioned throttle position sensor. I'd out my money on that or a leaky injector, or air leak... Good stuff 👍

[@steveedmunds4949]

Looks amazing, well done. I've been using a few wynns fuel additives in my 100k a4 diesel which had really improved my lumpy idle. Running so much better now overall.

[@shieldaigbencher]

I would defo keep that cloth interior. In Mercs of that age, cloth is super high quality. I had a 1999 v e class elegance with grey cloth and it was super comfortable.

[@parrotraiser6541]

It's sometimes helpful or necessary to keep parts, (e.g. valves, pushrods, plugs), in order or relative location. For a six or twelve cylinder car, egg cartons provide convenient storage.

[@charliecoco2115]

You should also try changing the water temperature sensor, that can affect fueling, idling and emissions.

[@richardhaywoodh]

It's come along way since you bought it, almost a Scrapper to pristine, great job

[@K1lostream]

I say take the first offer you're happy with, you probably won't make anything on the car itself, but if it's done it's job as a content creator and you can break even on the rest, then it's kind-of a win! I have a friend who describes his business as buying, restoring and selling old vehicles but he says "my business has three parts; buying old vehicles, I always do that. Restoring old vehicles, I sometimes do that. Selling old vehicles, I almost never do that." So you're not the only one afflicted by getting attached to your purchases!

[@david1976aful]

It looks 100% better, I’d love to see you change the interior before you sell it. 👍

[@bobmcl2406]

I really enjoyed this episode. Lots of little jobs, which are fun to see you handle. Regarding wheels and tires, you have demonstrated the significant downside to the obsession with low profile tires: the ride is significantly degraded. I get it if you are building a car for ultimate handling, but for a luxury or GT car, or even just a daily driver the trade off is far too great, in my opinion. I currently support a family fleet of 1st gen Ford Focuses (Foci?), and I have had 14 inch, 15 inch, 16 inch and 17 inch wheel variations, so I know from whence I speak! Cheers from very snowy Canada.

[@scotchgod8478]

Just keep it for goodness sake!It looks terrific, it's gonna be a perfect daily driver that won't ever let you down and leave the 17inch wheels on, they look just right.

[@jno5]

Keep it as your daily until the Lexus IS fully working and decide which of those two to keep or sell both for your next project

[@geoffmarsh7986]

Astonished that you are using the 308 as a "shelf" for Merc stuff. Good luck avoiding damage!

[@thomash2806]

Love those sportline wheels! For an original look I always think orange indicators at the front and a chrome grille are a must…

[@jo_clarke1960]

Surprisingly I like the 15's even though I thought the 17's suited it. Shame you can't run it as a daily for a bit, would be nice to see it used but needs must. Make a good rolling restore project (most been done), so hope you do not get inundated with silly offers 👍

[@marcryvon]

There's nothing like the original look. And RIDE ! Those after market, well... you can see them on teemagers' lumps.

[@ridgemanron]

Sorry, but it should have been in Battleship Grey. Can you imagine the Royal Navy scouring the seas for The Bismarck, only to find that it was Blue? The gunners wouldn't have been able to keep a straight face, long enough to fire properly on target.

[@edwowen]

Great job. Like the smaller wheels. Personally not a fan of the clear halfords indicators!

[@Flexnes1]

If you have to adjust the idle mixture by that much, I would say you still have a vacuum leak somewhere. Normally, the K jet only require that you turn the mixture screw 1/8-1/4 turn at the time.

[@RichardFanders]

What a transformation! Well done!

[@autoavids]

I'd scope out the valves and see how they look. Carbon build up will make it run a bit rough. Personally I'd keep it but you can't keep em all. Thanks for sharing & GLWS👍

[@andrewtognola1116]

I repair Copart F series minis as a retirement hobby in my garage in South Leigh near Witney , I am in my late sixties and to make life easier I bought a new Chinese made two post lift that cost £1500 delivered and boy what a difference that has made to the work . It’s a lower post model so works well in restricted height . I love watching your videos .

[@Number27]

Thank you Andrew, I would have loved a two poster!

[@andrewtognola1116]

Yes it has made a fantastic difference especially for engine changes !!

[@PaulLeitnerWise]

I can't believe that's the same car Jack, awesome job!

[@henryrodier8024]

Regular look and more importantly the original ride has come so far already

[@TK42138]

Have you checked for inlet manifold leaks? An unsteady tickover or hunting revs at idle can be a symptom of excess air that's being drawn in and upsetting fuel/air ratio at idle. Pinholes or perishing on any of the vacuum lines will also upset idle rpm.

[@martinsvensson6884]

The economy gauge should always be as far as it can go to the left when idling. So something there is connected to the problem in some way. But you probably already know that. I think you should drive it as your daily for a while after fixing it.. before selling it. And then give it a little review after some time.

[@chuckhpnwx]

The paint looks great!

[@MomentsInTheSky]

Loving that paint job - what a great transformation 👍

[@timgriffiths2505]

It's worth pumping the fuel out of the bottom of the tank. Water can collect there to the point where the pump picks it up occasionally and causes the engine to hunt. Never hurts to check it especially on older cars.

[@Johnathan_Waters]

You STILL have vacuum leaks! See the "Economy" gauge (vacuum gauge), it should be ALL the way to the left at the stop when idling in neutral with the AC OFF. You will most likely need to replace the injector seals and holders (as well as ALL rubber vacuum lines).

[@efremkiel8798]

The 15" wheels look really good on it. Needs a bit lowering now 😉 maybe one inch..

[@ryanmccormick2150]

I’ll be sorry to see the Bismerc go Jack! How about you get the Engine running correctly then put some miles on the car before letting it go? I’d enjoy the Bismerc for a bit buddy but as always it’s you’re car so it’s in you’re hands 😉

[@scottishcontentcreators]

This isn't the kind of car to be diagnosed by guesswork, you need to look at live data and do a component check. You may just need to undo someone elses adjustments or it might just need a transmission service like some comments are suggesting but now I'm adding to the confusion by just guessing what's wrong with it lol. The paint looks really good and something I would always do after a big respray like this is go around the inner edges and inside doors and any areas that are vulnerable to corrosion with an aerosol amber cavity wax. It will keep the water out for years to come.

[@andyarmstrong1493]

Looking so good, great work!

[@tonycamplin8607]

A lot of mission creep! I definitely won't have gone to all the expense of changing the wheels as you're going to sell the car and why on earth did you change those indicators? I'm really pleased that you appear to have given up on your plan to change the seats, those cloth ones look really great. Hopefully you'll get a good price for her.

[@amphilbey]

So much better, well done 👏

[@richardmclellan6212]

Love this series, the 8 holes look the part, but please put the Amber lenses back on, pre face-lift W124 needs Ambers!

[@cliffvinyl]

Keep the car and sort out the idle, replace the OVP relay and check that the EHA is not leaking fuel.

[@Reece1992cov]

Fair play mate I've loved watching this merc such a iconic car if I had the funds I'd be making a offer!! Well done tho turned it into a future classic for someone to enjoy and that's what it's all about!, 👍

[@gazzafloss]

Hey Jack, I say move the Merc on as long as you don't burn yourself too much financially, then buy that Jag XK8 that you know you'd really, really like to own, experience and tinker with. That said, the mention of engine out on old "Influenzo" has me very interested, if you've too many cars sell Merc, Sprite, work on da Faz, we're here for the long haul.

[@paulm.8554]

I think I would keep the Bismerc and sell the Lexus. You can do some of the odd jobs on it when you're waiting on things for the Influenza.

[@resnonverba137]

The wheels look so much better. Good choice.

[@daveedge749]

low duty cycle is showing up gummed up injectors at a guess. On higher flow rates than idle this goes away but it's crucial low down at idle, changing the mixture screw supports this as you have likely enriched it beyond the point where one or two of the injectors are leaning out to very low or zero flow. When injectors are not flowing right the fuel tends to drip instead of spray at very low rates and it doesn't sit in suspension anymore so the delivery is lumpy

[@richardbartholomew7924]

I'd love to see you keep this car mate as they becoming rare mate love this car love watching your videos mate

[@MrStroller4u]

Check you vacuum system to your transmission. The vacuum regulator on the transmission are prone for failure.

[@iwik84]

Check your OVP relay. Sometimes they chose the rough idle and abs issues.

[@johncross8834]

Love your car Jack Try cleaning low idle valve and also there is brass gauze filter on the fuel inlet pipe cheap on eBay. Good luck

[@willwelch5700]

Awesome video! Really enjoyed the process of the restoration! If there's a chance to cream some profit and allow you to release funds for other stuff, I'd get the stuff done and get as much as you can from it. I think the market would be strong for this car, especially after what you have done to it 👍🏻

[@robsawalker]

15's much better, but you should keep that interior! Much nicer than a boring grey leather one, and it really suits the new colour. Probably rarer now too.

[@sharke28]

Dirty injectors maybe, so spray pattern is more drip than spray, run some Techron with 1/4 tank of fuel, maybe 2 bottles on 2 x 1/4 of tank. My SLK32 used to do what your experiencing till I run Techron through it.

[@jimamizzi1]

I reckon you still have a vacuum leak somewhere, looks great jack 🇦🇺

[@marcotinnirello6010]

fix the low rev issue and move it on! We need the ferrari back on the scene!

[@scalecrawlnl]

Hi Jack! Enjoying your Number 27 Bismerc Vlog Dairies whilst storm Eunice currently flies over the low countries. Since you are asking, my two cents here: both! Keep her for upcoming driving season, perhaps do some Number 27 Espressi & Stracciatelli in the Summer. After, find a new home with a fellow YT creator or a keen subscriber✌ And for your consideration, find a good partner for merch to cover rebuild cost and, have some fun! Possibly the HubNut merch partner can help, from my understanding that is Blackwater Studios in Cornwall. To be clear here, I gain nothing from pointing in this direction and it is solely for an idea and helping you get the Bismerc ready for the road, for starters. Thank you very much, great fun, steady progress and a beautful blue Mercedes-Benz right there😎

[@LOTPOR0402]

Panel bond on the back of the arches with a brush

[@chrischarman1043]

You sound too busy and frazzled - though I would have said daily driver it, best to let it fly fee to a new home where it can be finished off. Look forward to engine out on the Rosso work bench. Great work, your vids are glimpse into the life I would have liked to have had!

[@brokenribs1530]

Nice work, however, the grill would look so much nicer painted the original grey rather than the black that doesn’t suit.

[@desmayhew]

There’s another couple of videos I’d like to see on the Bismerc - interior fitted and maybe one final overview? Please don’t leave it there.

[@bombakdik]

Please keep the Sprite. Looking forward for future content! Cheers from Belgium

[@paulboyle6857]

Hi,always liked these Merc Coupes & would be interested except that I have to sell an E39 BMW 5 Series firstly & can,t really afford to have both.Hardly using the Beemer as it is.Interesting to see your "test" roads are largely the same as Harry(Harrys Garage) Metcalf.Used to go to school in area so know them quite well.

[@ceesklumper]

Try a bottle of fuel system/injector cleaner. And rebuilt or new injectors. Can you read codes on this thing?

[@midlifemotors5050]

Sounds like you need to set the microphone on the go-pro to rear when you're behind the camera. For some reason I love the BisMerc. The new colour is superb 👌

[@NotEconomicallyViable]

Everyone on my channel keeps telling me I need to check out your W124 videos because I'm having lots of problems with mine. Glad I'm not the only one having troubles with a W124 😅🫠

[@bradcrossman5068]

Not sure if you've gone down this road yet but the cheapest and most effective engine analyzer i've used is a vacuum gauge. You may be surprised at what ailments you can discern with one and at the very least, it could provide some content for ya. Either way, cheers and good luck...and yes, sell it!

[@delukxy]

Is the tick over set a bit low? Can you tweak it a bit or does the ECU control it? Injector spray patterns might be bad and a bit unpredictable. Perhaps they need a service.

[@cm1971it]

You should keep it, is such a great daily driver.

[@limjamrace]

Nice residence you have moved into, and most important ,the Garage. Sell the Mercedes so you can focus on the 308 ..

[@rowanhawklan9707]

Nice, love this content.

[@skik6313]

Really enjoying your vids now

[@skylined5534]

I'm an idiot so listen to me... keep her! Seriously though I'd struggle to move a lovely luxo-barge like that on! She's lovely!

[@steffydog]

Stay safe Jack

[@nickhaag7803]

For the poor idle I'd guess dirty or worn injectors or there's still a vacuum leak somewhere. I've used this cleaner to good effect in the past 'Archoil AR6400-P Max Polyetheramine Concentrate Professional Petrol Cleaner - 400ml' available on Amazon or any injector cleaner containing PEA. I had a slightly lumpy idle on my LS400 and the cleaner fixed it.

[@lucasvonheiz1310]

I like your work and i get that full time youtube ask for many projects. But the bismerc was a big nah for me.

[@Yosemite_Sam]

The car has served its purpose and several good videos came out of it. You can't keep them all AND if you keep it you will just put more money into it. Logic dictates move onto the next project but no more weirdo tomatoes please, LOL. CHEERS FROM OZ.

[@danmoney9932]

Nice work, proper wheels look much better. Is it Bosch K jet? If so that mixture does need to be spot on (set up on gas analyser) for it to run well, certainly needed to be on the golfs I had with that set up. Also if your metering head plate isn't gapped properly can be issues

[@budinurrachmad3168]

Keep the BisMerc and do videos on some touring trips away from your home town.. 😃

[@iwik84]

The orange front in indicators looks much better then the clear ones. Don't change them . 🙈🙈

[@peterdevreter]

Vacuum problem. The econogauge is not in rest position while idling.

[@Vinttro]

Hi Jack, great video as always. Can we ask what lift you have under the merc? Cheers Vint-tro.

[@WillieJu]

You must put in Bosch plugs, see what the manual says on which model, bit Mercs are very finicky on type of plugs.

[@Lot76CARS]

The mirror glasses are tricky to fit and crack easily… as me how I know Jack. As OE mirrors and glasses are NLA and used ones are at a huge premium and the different mirrors sizes mean you can’t import suitable alternatives. A well known car parts supplier has a identical looking complete mirror assembly but sadly it does not fit and the adjuster fouls the dash! You can’t keep them all but you’ve done a lovely job on this car but that black grill isn’t correct and sticks out like a dogs danglies.