[MBZ] Time to send for the boys in white coats?

2018-09-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
So, I am thinking of another stupid project. Allen is wearing the livery of the local state university, and will be the hero vehicle in a new music video. There are many accolades for her from fans. Her being a PITA with the ignition lock goofiness just irks me for now. 2016 is when Polei

Re: [MBZ] Screw it

2018-09-09 Thread fmiser via Mercedes
> clay wrote: > Now that I am using a Stanley key, I see that it is the dang > interlock/steering pin that is not retracting. Disassemble and remove or cut-off the pin. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Seems like these would be hard to find now days

2018-09-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Somebody with a R107 will hop on that. Not enough desire for the tired old w126 cars for anybody to invest over much to keep one on the road. But, a roadster will give great return on investment to make it functional. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 9, 2018, at 6:50 PM, Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] Don't use cheap 722.6 connector bushings

2018-09-09 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
Das beste oder nicht. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Sep 9, 2018 9:46 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I finished up the conductor plate on the 99 e300 and just used the no name > brand connector bushing that came with the kit. I spent 30-45 minutes >

Re: [MBZ] Seems like these would be hard to find now days

2018-09-09 Thread Peter Frederick via Mercedes
Probably not much demand for that jig by now, I'm pretty sure there aren't very many engines around that need it any more -- later ones have inserts from the factory and there is no need to do the job twice. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

[MBZ] a finny

2018-09-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1966-Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-Fintail/263927330705?hash=item3d734b7791:g:EvoAAOSwN~ZblWb9=mtr --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Seems like these would be hard to find now days

2018-09-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I wonder if this is a good price?  Would be nice to have but I hardly work on 117s anymore. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-M116-M117-Engine-Block-Head-Bold-Drilling-Fixture/132774307658?hash=item1ee9f7274a:g:PJoAAOSwTORblHSI --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG.

[MBZ] Don't use cheap 722.6 connector bushings

2018-09-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I finished up the conductor plate on the 99 e300 and just used the no name brand connector bushing that came with the kit.  I spent 30-45 minutes trying to get the locking ring to turn and pull the connector into the connection.  No matter what I tried, I could not get it to turn.  I happen to

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz 300cd

2018-09-09 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
Thank you. I will relay that to the domestic driveway controller. LOL Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Sep 9, 2018 9:39 PM, "Curley McLain via Mercedes" wrote: > but'cha need one for each foot!or one for each hand > > Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: > >> Get thee behind me

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz 300cd

2018-09-09 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
but'cha need one for each foot!or one for each hand Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: Get thee behind me Satan. Tempting at that price for a,CD. Good thing i already have one. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz 300cd

2018-09-09 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
Get thee behind me Satan. Tempting at that price for a,CD. Good thing i already have one. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Sep 9, 2018 3:35 PM, "Frederick Moir via Mercedes" wrote: > Not, etc. > -- Forwarded message - > From: Frederick Moir > Date: Sun, Sep 9, 2018 at 3:32 PM

Re: [MBZ] Screw it

2018-09-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Lock Jockey loves when people use graphite and WD40. Screws up the locks to no end, They love Tri-Flow. I flushed the crud out of my tumblers with it. Now that I am using a Stanley key, I see that it is the dang interlock/steering pin that is not retracting. Key would spin with ease, but

[MBZ] 190SL on BAT

2018-09-09 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
Don't think I've seen a bright red 190SL before. (repainted from silver grey) And I guarantee I've never before seen one with a 3rd brake light. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1958-mercedes-benz-190sl-4/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz 300cd

2018-09-09 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
You need that un! Frederick Moir via Mercedes wrote: Not, etc. -- Forwarded message - From: Frederick Moir Date: Sun, Sep 9, 2018 at 3:32 PM Subject: Fwd: Mercedes Benz 300cd ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz 300cd

2018-09-09 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
"Interior has minor defects but can be easily perfected." Really? Such as...? On Sun, Sep 9, 2018 at 3:36 PM Frederick Moir via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Not, also. > > -- Forwarded message - > From: Frederick Moir > Date: Sun, Sep 9, 2018 at 3:34 PM >

[MBZ] Buick Land Yacht for sale on BAT

2018-09-09 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Quite compelling retro look. Might zoom into the teen$ https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1994-buick-roadmaster-3/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2018-09-09 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz 300cd

2018-09-09 Thread Frederick Moir via Mercedes
Not, also. -- Forwarded message - From: Frederick Moir Date: Sun, Sep 9, 2018 at 3:34 PM Subject: Fwd: Mercedes Benz 300cd To: Mercedes Discussion List Not, etc. -- Forwarded message - From: Frederick Moir Date: Sun, Sep 9, 2018 at 3:32 PM Subject: Fwd:

[MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz 300cd

2018-09-09 Thread Frederick Moir via Mercedes
Not, etc. -- Forwarded message - From: Frederick Moir Date: Sun, Sep 9, 2018 at 3:32 PM Subject: Fwd: Mercedes Benz 300cd To: -- Forwarded message - From: Date: Sun, Sep 9, 2018 at 12:58 PM Subject: Mercedes Benz 300cd To: fredy4.s...@yahoo.com forwarded

Re: [MBZ] OT: For the person who has everything

2018-09-09 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Bidet are common in Italy, in homes not public facilities. Usually soap and a towel are provided. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] OT: For the person who has everything

2018-09-09 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> On September 9, 2018 at 9:36 AM archer75--- via Mercedes > wrote: > The French have an interesting system. As I understand it a jet of water > takes the place of TP. Anybody been there, done that? Bidet? Can get the anus clean enough to leave a square of TP clean looking when you dry with

Re: [MBZ] OT: For the person who has everything

2018-09-09 Thread archer75--- via Mercedes
Mitch Haley wrote: > An invention ahead of its time. > Now everybody takes their phone with them to sit upon the porcelain throne. > > Reddit comments say 'eww, I'm not touching that phone, especially the cord'. > >

Re: [MBZ] Great ChowdahQ XI

2018-09-09 Thread Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes
It was a great ChowdahQ! Thanks to everyone for putting it together and the great food! We made it home about 9:30 last night with no issues, just a bit of light rain and several bathroom breaks! Jaime On Sun, Sep 9, 2018 at 7:39 AM Dwight Giles via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Great ChowdahQ XI

2018-09-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
It was an excellent gathering and great to see a lot of MB friends and their cars. A big thanks to Dwight, Curt, Angie and everyone else who made this happen! -D > On Sep 9, 2018, at 7:38 AM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > We had good weather, outstanding food & many wonderful

[MBZ] Great ChowdahQ XI

2018-09-09 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
We had good weather, outstanding food & many wonderful conversations. There were,about 20 of us from 6 states with 9 Benzes. We had 1-116, 3-123's, 3- 124"s, 2-211's. Pix to follow. Dwight Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes SL 450 Convertible, Diesel, Manual - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle automotive sale

2018-09-09 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
You should check that out, may be a "buy my failed project" deal but maybe they'll get more reasonable on the price. How did they make the engine fit? Custom oil pan? I think putting an OM617 into the R107 engine bay is a challenge because the engine is too high, so custom work needed (engine

Re: [MBZ] Screw it

2018-09-09 Thread archer75--- via Mercedes
> The locksmith my mechanic sends me to is no longer interested in doing car > things... Mercedes especially. Too many whiners? Not sure. Either way, I > have been having trouble with the start key not watning to turn. We got the > tumbler out and off I went for a rebuild. The locksmith

[MBZ] Mercedes SL 450 Convertible, Diesel, Manual - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle automotive sale

2018-09-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
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