MB100, Ssangyong/Daewoo Istana [ARCHIVED]

[rvm519]

bro dun mo nlang dalin sa rdd engineering kay mang rene. sa bulacan yun malayo pero worthy puntahan kc mura sya maningil e!labor nya is 7k lang for overhaul madami nko nakita nagpa overhaul ng mb100 dun.eto number nya0446680628.just tell him recommended ka ni romel

[wax]

rvm519 ..

thanks rommel for the info. i was looking even before for a mechanic close to my place. i live in marilao and i prefer nga sana close to my area para mabantayan ko.

i brought my unit this morning to mcr and ther already started working on my van. they are now in the process of taking down the engine. i will visit them again this afternoon to see them work.

i will call rdd engineering so at least whenever i need a mechanic, they're the closest to my place.

thanks again!

[rvm519]

ok bro!thats predestined to happen.anyway,hope everything will go smooth. just call mang rene if you need a closer shop.He is very dependable coz all his life he is a chief mechanic in germany,u.s,middle east.Hes standard is high simply bcoz hes an aircraft chief of boeing.also knows very well on automatic tranny,every time i go there he is working on one.overhauling engine and tranny is an ordinary thing in there.

[spidey1211]

bro dun mo nlang dalin sa rdd engineering kay mang rene. sa bulacan yun malayo pero worthy puntahan kc mura sya maningil e!labor nya is 7k lang for overhaul madami nko nakita nagpa overhaul ng mb100 dun.eto number nya0446680628.just tell him recommended ka ni romel

dude, saan located si mang rene? im from malolos...but had our mb100 serviced sa cats..

may engine knock ung mb100 namin, and i was told baka i need to replace the nozzles...baka ok din gumawa dun and then malapit pa..

[rvm519]

He is located at cupang bulacan.much better bro if you call mang rene 0446680628 tell him you were recommended by romel thru the internet.

[wax]

Spidey ...

have your nozzles cleaned baka fuel knock lang yan.

BTW, yesterday okay na yung van ko. Nabuo na ang running na yung engine although they still have to make some testing and adjustments. I will also have my nozzles cleaned kasi nagkaroon din ng fuel knock. Break-in nila since yesterday hanggang today and makukuha ko na yung van mamayang hapon.

Okay naman yung gawa ng MCR. I'm happy with all the help that they extended me. Medyo nag overshoot lang ng konti sa budget (P46K total) pero okay lang. Nandiyan na yan e.

Thanks for all the advices!

[OTEP]

Re: the intake, Commercial Motors issued a recall on early local MB100's for an improved intake system.

Ours was included in the recall. Will post pics.

[wax]

Sir OTEP,

I also changed my air intake. before I have the original Ssangyong air intake duct pointing down. This is one probable cause of my problem. The original intake is way down below the hood. It's opening is also exposed from outside the hood so it is really possible that it will take some water in and into my engine.

I bought mine from Apic. They sell a set of it for P1K. The set includes the intake duct, a small cover for the inlet just above the radiator and weather strip for the hood. A small amount to pay to protect my newly overhauled engine.

When I got my unit at MCR, there was a knocking sound from my engine. I suspected my nozzle tips. According to their mechanic, it was normal but I doubt it. I also suspected the timing of the injector but the mechanic said that he already set the timing the best he can and insists that the noise will eventually subside after I use my van for a while. I made a visit to my other mechanic and just by listening to the noise and without checking anything he said it is definitely the timing from the injection pump. He also warned me that it might damage my crankshaft if not fixed immediately.

I had no ther choice but to ask this mechanic to fix the timing since my MCR mechanic already said that that's the best he can do. After the fix, my engine is a lot smoother and quieter. Hmmm.. does that mean that MCR is not really that familiar with MB, at least with the timing thing?

Anyway, I was really concerned that's why I had it fixed right away. Too bad, it's an additional cost for me.

Wheeew! Hirap pala ng overhaul. Anyway, at least my van now is running good.

[Field Master]

Hi Wax, could you please share the name and location of your mechanic the fix the timing. My officemate is looking for one for his MB100D too. Maybe I could recommend him there. Thanks.

[wax]

Field Master,

The mechanic I was referring to is the mechanic of Apic Auto Supply in Banawe. His name is Jorge and I can say he is really good. They specializes in Korean vans but mostly MB100Ds. He used to work at commercial motors.

[Field Master]

WAX: Thanks...

[OTEP]

Here is a photo of the revised air intake (PN: A 661 831 30 39):


Along with that, CMC also included this a/c hose line (the one with the blue OEM label). I really have no idea what it's for but it was part of the recall:


Anyways, even in the earlier configuration, the MB100 intake is still higher than most forward-control van's air intakes which are placed under the seat or under the driver's foot (as in the Kia Bestas).

[wax]

The revised air intake is really a must for all Ssangyong models. For other CMCs that never had the chance to change their intakes during the recall, you should change it to avoid bigger problems in the future (just like what I had).

I changed my intake by buying a set from Apic and noticed that after driving in the rain and checked my air filter box, there was no signs of water. This is not the same before when I was still using the original intake.

A small price to pay to protect my newly overhauled engine. BTW, everything now is great. I can feel the power of the engine although I'm still breaking-in my engine.

[spidey1211]

paano ba malalaman kung kailangan na palitan ang nozzle tip? may fuel knock din ang mb100 namin pero pag umandar na ng matagal eh nawawala naman...at ung top speed ko naman eh hanggang 120 lang ang inaabot..wat seems to be the problem?

[vinj]

Have your fuel system checked first (clean nozzles, fuel filters, etc...) by a recommended shop. The MB100 can hit around 130-135kph easily so the lower top speed already shows that there's something that needs checking.

[jade888]

Sir Otep, huwag ng MB100, go for other vans(starex or ibang jap vans na lang). Sobrang mahal ang maintenance and parts. At sa negative side, sasakyan lang iyan ng mga mayayaman na chinese. My ate is a teacher at ica greenhills. Pag sinusundo namin siya, panay MB100 ang van ng mga ultra wealthy students nila. Obviously, these people can afford the very expensive maintenance cost and parts kaya iyang MB100 ay makikita mo lang lagi sa makati at greenhills (area ng mga wealthy chinese families). Stick with the starex na lang or the Hi-Ace...iyan ang van namin kasi and proven na mas mura ang maintenance.

[BlueBimmer]

actually MB badge lang ang 'nagpapamahal' dyan, mas mahal at luxurious pa loob ng starex. MB100 is just a rebadged Korean van although it is reliable.

we have a supplier of MB100 parts, and i guarantee you MURA ang piyesa nito. in fact, sa price list magkatabi pa nga parts nyan sa pride, besta and daewoo racer hehe

[OTEP]

Sir Otep, huwag ng MB100, go for other vans(starex or ibang jap vans na lang). Sobrang mahal ang maintenance and parts. At sa negative side, sasakyan lang iyan ng mga mayayaman na chinese. My ate is a teacher at ica greenhills. Pag sinusundo namin siya, panay MB100 ang van ng mga ultra wealthy students nila. Obviously, these people can afford the very expensive maintenance cost and parts kaya iyang MB100 ay makikita mo lang lagi sa makati at greenhills (area ng mga wealthy chinese families). Stick with the starex na lang or the Hi-Ace...iyan ang van namin kasi and proven na mas mura ang maintenance.

We already have an MB100 (CMC '97 model) and we are VERY VERY VERY satisfied with it. Btw, I'm not mayaman and I'm not Chinese. hehehe.

That is why we are looking into acquiring another unit.

Maintenance is not that expensive if you know guys like Mang Mario, Mang Rudy (MCR), ZEE, etc. Mahal talaga if sa CMC maintenance mo. Pero maganda customer support ng CMC. Lahat ng recalls informed kami and on the spot ginagawa (no waiting).

Best part is, engine is nearly identical to the engine in my W123 MB300D so familiar na din ako sa powerplant.

Btw, my uncle did not get a Starex. He acquired a stolen-recovered Pajero Field Master 4x4.

[foa64]

Dear MB 100 bros,

I like to start a new thread about this diesel van. Say anything about it that is under the sun, post your pics of your van, what's the set-up - sounds, gadgets, accessories and the like. Even the pros and cons of this van is welcomed. Maintenance tips to keep it in tip top shape. And especially a help thread to fellow MB 100 user to keep abreast & informed.

So what are you waitng for bros & sis........FIRE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[foa64]

Bros & Sis,

I own a 97 model MB 100, two tone (White & gray). I have some sort of a Home theater LCD set-up with a DVD Karaoke player w/ echo & mike inside the van. Yup, you can sing inside the van while travelling. For the sounds set-up, I have a Pioneer head Unit (CD/mp3 player), 1 pc-12" Cerwin Vega Sub 300W w/ separate baffles, 2 pcs 8" Daichi Sub 150W each with separate baffles, 2 pcs 3-way 6x9 Targa 200w each, 2 pcs 2-way 5" Targa 100W, 4 pcs Piezoelectric tweeters 100w each. These speakers are powered by two amps, 1 amp inteded for all the subs with built in electronic crossover. The 12 inch sub gets only the low frequency, while the two 8" subs gets all the frequencies. The other amp powers the rest of the speakers with a separate electronic crossover to modulate & filter intended frequencies for each speaker kind. It has a modest output with satisfaction especially when using the DVD karaoke.

Just to share with you my set-up. Pics to follow


FOA64