Mercedes Benz repair: 1985 190E, woodward dream cruise, sterling hts mi


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I want to think you for your time.  I really cannot afford that kind of money and could not DIY.  I live in Sterling Hts MI, so the cost would most likely be on the high end.  Do you know of any addititives I may be able to add that would help?  Can I continue to drive the car like it is?  Again, thanks for your advice and time.  Tony
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My car, 1985 Mercedes Bedz 190E, starts fine, after about 1 mile it starts to hesitate and will not accelerate.  After about 1 more mile, with dark smoke from exhaust, it kicks in and runs fine.  I've tried premuim fuel and injector cleaner.  It has a new fuel pump and fuel filter, and has been tuned up.  Any idea what this problem is?  EGR value?  Fuel injector?  Thanks for your help Tony
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Best guess:
Valve guides worn out.

Any idea the cost invovled to repair the valve guides?  Thanks for your help Tony
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#1. Depends upon geographic location.
#2. Will you DIY the head Remove/reinstall.
#3. Will you have the local MB dealer do the service.

Wild guess:
DIY = $400.00 USD, if everything else is perfect and you are a very good mechanic.
DIY oops can = a new engine.

A shop doing all the work = $1200.00 through $4000.00 depending upon who you take it to and what they find.

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Hello Tony
Join:
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/index.php3?
Lookup member, or search posts for me = whunter
Send me a private message, and we will make contact.
Diagnosis may change after I see the car.

Are you going to the Woodward dream cruise Saturday?