[MBZ] Subject: Re: OT: Cell phone flakiness

2017-04-04 Thread Bob via Mercedes
If anyone wants a card for a CC discount, let me know.In spite of CC's association with the AA(S)RP they seem to be good.You don't have to pay AA(S)RP I'm interested.Do you have to go to Fartget or can you do online ?? I have a AT&T now with their sim card Bob

Re: [MBZ] Odometer stuck at 9

2016-09-01 Thread Bob via Mercedes
How do I get onto the archives to research this problem ?? Any quick inputs here ?? Bob 1983 240D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Odometer stuck at 9

2016-09-01 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Dan.Trip odometer ..I have other clusters BTWLooking into archives now...Thanx Kaleb Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okie

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Restoring headlight lenses....

2016-02-17 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Who makes the best headlight lens restorer? I have two cars that need attention I used polishing compound while wet sanding. First wet sand with 1000 grit wet sandpaper one way[horizontally],then use 1500 wet sandpaper the other way at 90 degrees perpendicular[vertically]. Then again with 20

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Gift

2016-03-03 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Andrew... I have a Becker Europa Cassette - Model 599, Serial no. :FR 4458291 I took it out my 1983 240DIt has 2 AM & 4 FM buttons. I really don't remember if the cassette player worked. If you want to test it out I could send it to you.Let me know.. Bob __

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Switch rebuils

2016-03-05 Thread Bob via Mercedes
I have a Hazard Switch # 123-820-02-05 that I PNP. It doesn't fit in my car so I don't need it. Try it if you like Bob 83 240D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

[MBZ] Subject: Rear Calipers for 1983 240D

2016-04-17 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Somebody recently ordered rear calipers from Advance,Autozone etc .Question is what brand / make is OK for this car. I have ATE originals on the car now. Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscri

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Who is in the PA area?

2016-04-27 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Only 1 1/2 hr ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

[MBZ] Subject: Who is in the PA area?

2016-04-27 Thread Bob via Mercedes
I am 13 miles north of Philly...Willow Grove exit on Pa turnpike Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okieb

[MBZ] Subject: Re: 124 bites dust

2016-05-01 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Yep, seems like the other driver was on on phone or severely distracted by something Have the police search phone records for proof that he WAS distracted... can be done Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/arch

Re: [MBZ] 97 E320 Electrical Issues

2016-09-30 Thread Bob via Mercedes
No word on my no trans yet but have option from some friend who's passed. He also has 1997 E320 which has electrical issues.. Is this the biodegradable wires on this model ?? $1500 for this one He also has a 1982 240D MANUAL with 140K on it .Black with palamino interior. they are asking $3

[MBZ] Subject: Re: 97 E320 Electrical Issues

2016-10-01 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Can anybody answer me on what cars had the biodegradeable wirings ..is the 97 E320 one of them. If not has anyone had this car with electrical problems ?? Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubs

[MBZ] Subject: MB Motorcycle

2016-10-17 Thread Bob via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Subject: W123 Parts

2016-11-15 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Finding my way through a few parts I need. Anyone have a good rear door check? They're NLA from MB and don't exist in the aftermarket. 123 730 03 16 Mercedessouce.com ?? Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/arch

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Ala Who

2016-11-29 Thread Bob via Mercedes
When I was in college in the 68-72 era , we as students rose up to protest many things such as the Viet Nam war among others[like getting drinking on campus for the vets who came back, open dorms so we can have a girl in our room,etc...] It seems to me that the millennials are a gutless bu

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Fuel Filter Crush Washer

2016-11-29 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Funny, I have never used a washer there in 19 years . ..However I did have to replace the #9 O'ring on the bolt shaft when it leaked profusely just in Feb. News to me. Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

[MBZ] Subject: OT Insurance

2016-12-02 Thread Bob via Mercedes
I am trying you get antique insurance for my 82 since I just put antique > plates on it but I don't have a garage. Looks like JC Taylor, > Haggerty & Chubb all require a garage. any other suggestions? I stored my 1969 Austin America for 30 years at my apt parking spot with a car cover when

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Merry Christmas to all

2016-12-24 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Merry Christmas to all & I hope none of you gets a hearing aid for Christmas... I've been wearing mine for 64 years now since I was 2...But I sleep GREAT !!! Merry merry everyone !! Bob 83 240D with "new" Trans [But having vacuum issues with 3/2 valve connections- will ask for your h

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Fixed central locking, found deeper problem

2015-02-08 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Now I've got to find the source of the water under the carpet.. Filler tank seal under door flap ??? That's what my leak was; thanx to this forum. Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsub

[MBZ] Suject Re: Mercedes Benz Classic Center Museum 0n AWE channel

2015-02-12 Thread Bob via Mercedes
On the "Wealth on Wheels" show on AWE,they had a tour of the MBCC museum tonite from 8 -8:30 pm..Just stumbled upon it while browsing.Good tour Anybody else see it ?? Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/a

[MBZ] Subject RE: Drivers side door handle/ key

2015-02-17 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Some obamians tried to steal my car with the keys I left in my apartment door. Nice birthday present-They had the gonads to come into the bdlg. to take it out of my door. thank god it was too cold to start. I ordered new tumbler from Keenan [$107]. Now I need the drivers side handle with a k

[MBZ] Subject:1986 300SDL CL

2015-03-01 Thread Bob via Mercedes
http://lancaster.craigslist.org/cto/4835657550.html Is this a good car/ deal ?? Notice that his daily driver is a 240d '83. This is above Philly Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or cha

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Facts

2015-03-05 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Hearing aid info: I was born deaf due to my mother having measles in 1950. I only hear 40 % in my left ear,hardly anything in my right ear. Therefore I grew up with a "box" hearing aid that I wore on my chest, clipped onto my white sleeveless " muscle " undershirt. I hated summer cause

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Facts

2015-03-05 Thread Bob via Mercedes
"I bought a new hearing aid, best kind money can buy. Cost me $8000." WHAT ??? You just got ripped off. What make is it ?? I'm profoundly deaf & the most powerful one cost me $1800 but I got a deal cause the guy is my friend. Mine usually goes for $2300 max. Most times $8000 wil

[MBZ] Subject: Wood refinishing for zebrano console in my W123 300TD

2015-03-18 Thread Bob via Mercedes
"I may have asked this before, but am hoping for at least one on-point response this time. Has anyone had a GOOD experience with a wood refinisher? I am unable to dent the poly whatever finish on the console wood in my 300TD, using several strippers. I am now willing to pay to get this done.

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Bailing Out Over NC

2014-10-11 Thread Bob via Mercedes
And what happened to the co-pilot ??? A Mercedes ejection seat malfunction ?? Bob [trying to stick in some Mercedes content] PS. ATTABOY Wilton for your stories-keep 'em coming! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz

[MBZ] Subject: 123 fuel sender and hubcap

2014-10-15 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Last call. Does anyone have a 123 fuel sender or a midnight blue hubcap for a 123? I've had no positive responses so far.If you have one or the other, let me know. It looks like I will have to find a junkyard on car-part.com. Curly..I have two hubcaps from my 78 240d which are ye

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Headlight Lens Restoration

2014-10-16 Thread Bob via Mercedes
I heard White toothpaste or white polishing compound works FWIW Bob [ who has glass lenses on my 123] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okieben

[MBZ] Subject: OT Coz

2014-11-21 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Drove my Mercedes [ MB content ] past his mansion many times & we were aware of the out of court settlement he had in 2005-6. He even had sex at his house,not with his wife. Not only he is a rapist but also a racist.He bought up all the "Our Gang" movies so that we the public will ne

Re: [MBZ] Classic 1975 Mercedes 240d - $8800 (Chester County,Pa.)

2014-12-17 Thread Bob via Mercedes
http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/4775083709.html For you BROWN aficionados Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/lis

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Christmas

2014-12-25 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Merry Benz to all !!! Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com All posts are the result of in

[MBZ] Subject: Re: specific MB suggestions

2015-01-12 Thread Bob via Mercedes
" I found a 1995 Lincoln Town Car with only 35,000 miles for sale. It is in spectacular shape. I am just trying to convince myself that driving a 20 year old Lincoln is a good idea".. If you get that, change the suspension system to fixed like my friend did & it would be go

[MBZ] Subject: OT - A COUNTRY BOY REMEMBERS - RAISING TOBACCO, PART I

2015-01-22 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Wilton, Were your family members cigarette smokers ?? If so,any health problems ?? And thanx for these great stories Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

[MBZ] Subject: Re: this week's "storm of the century"

2015-01-26 Thread Bob via Mercedes
This is very accurate..no women teasing ya: http://epawaweather.com [ Pa, Jersey & Delaware ] - Jamie ?? Go to your specific area to fine tune. They were right on the money last year & this year so far. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list a

[MBZ] Subject: Re: OT Getting NSA on the case

2015-02-07 Thread Bob via Mercedes
I tell them to put a red lipstick dot on you girl's forehead so you can "push start" her,while she can "pull start" your turban so you can mow your dirtHee Hee Bob { "i" as in India } ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.o

[MBZ] subject: Seat Color Code

2015-10-21 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Which number is the seat color code on the plate under the hood ? My buddy has a 1982 240D which is not Palomino but lighter. It's either Creme or Parchment- anybody have these code numbers? I don't even know what my Palomino number is.. Bob ___ http:/

[MBZ] Subject: Re: subject: Seat Color Code

2015-10-21 Thread Bob via Mercedes
What parts does he need? He needs driver's seat pad cover-MB tex Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okie

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Yellow Fog Light Bulb [ without chrome trim ]

2015-11-03 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Anybody have a YELLOW fog light bulb ? I have an 1983 240D. I have a couple spare that I PNP awhile ago but didn't realize that they don't have the yellow interior coating. TIA Car-part.com only comes up Parking light on their search for Fog Lamps. Bob __

Re: [MBZ] Valve Adjustment on 240d

2015-11-19 Thread Bob via Mercedes
I just adjusted my valves before the cold air moves in for the season. 1983 240D needed it bad,its been 30 K since I did last. It took me 3 hrs taking my time & cleaning parts as I go along. Got MB rubber gasket for $12 from stealership. Question is : what is the going cost for this job by

[MBZ] Subject: OT 74 Years

2015-12-07 Thread Bob via Mercedes
"Going to HI in Jan. Hope to get out to the AZ memorial. Too rough last time and they wouldn't take anyone. Going to try to see the Mighty MO too. Went to air museum last time." Visit the "Punchbowl" graveyard which has a lot of famous decorated Veterans & the story of WWII on the walls-Amazi

[MBZ] Subject: Re: 12 volt dry cell failing to complete the work.

2015-12-07 Thread Bob via Mercedes
"If you don't see a resting voltage around 12.6-12.8 from a fully charged battery, it's not fully charged or it's not healthy" I just bought a battery 49A which has only 825 cc. Didn't see that until after I got & also noticed that it's sealed...$142 .I was in a rush. AC delco.

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Subject: Re: 12 volt dry cell failing to complete the wor

2015-12-07 Thread Bob via Mercedes
"Its sealed or it doesn't have obvious caps on top? Most batteries sold today are the latter. Sealed would be an AGM or similar battery. I *think* liquid lead acid batteries have to be vented or they'll blow up (vent on their own) when they get hot. I don't remember where you're located but I

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Tampa

2016-01-13 Thread Bob via Mercedes
"Unfortunately, neither party wants honest elections nor slowing the flow of wetbacks" Amen !!! In Philadelphia one precinct showed that ALL 58,000 voted for Obama- the one with thugs standing outside with clubs in hand. It was on national TV. You mean not one bro didn't make a mistake

[MBZ] Subject: Re: snow reports

2016-01-23 Thread Bob via Mercedes
18" & continuing til midnightnow 6:30 PMdrifting with high winds which is keeping the snow off the power lines. Bob. 240D covered for the storm ! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] OT Clintons Part 1

2016-01-27 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Here you go... Bob--- Begin Message --- Clinton casualty list (compiled from sources I did not record): ??/??/86 1.) Russell Welch, an Arkansas State Police Investigator, was stricken with what his doctor called “military-grade” anthrax poisoning during his probe of Mena drug opera

Re: [MBZ] OT - widower

2016-01-29 Thread Bob via Mercedes
MAO... My prayers are for you at this time.. Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listi

[MBZ] Subject: Re: The secret of obungler's "Recovery"

2016-02-01 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Other popular names are: Bath House Barry That Evil Bastard The Great Pretender HMIC [Head Muslim In Charge] "The Kenyan" AndObama the Guslim [Gay Muslim] Bob [Who can't stand Hillary the Lunt ] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archive

[MBZ] Subject: Re: For y'all trekkies

2015-05-29 Thread Bob via Mercedes
I'm going to become a bundler for Hilz and start a solar company to put clean green power in Cuber. I'll make billion$! And we can call you Richary ! Oh glory to you !! Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http:

Re: [MBZ] Power Brake Booster 123

2015-07-17 Thread Bob via Mercedes
My power booster gave out on my 1983 240D on my way to our shore house last week; about 30 miles from Ocean City ,NJ. I was on back roads fortunately but NOT a fun ride with hardly any brakes & autotrans not shifting right due to loss of vacuum. While driving I push doorlock buttons they w

Re: [MBZ] Power Booster saga

2015-08-03 Thread Bob via Mercedes
A few weeks ago I mentioned I broke down on the way to my shorehouse. Since I replaced the power booster on my 78 240D before I went ahead & ordered A PB from Rockauto.con,got it in a day & a half .I contortingly installed it [ Dan- easy for me being 5'-6] Then I realized the check valve o

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Wilton's New Grille

2015-08-21 Thread Bob via Mercedes
"BTW, the brown skin on my two burned spots began to peel yesterday; 'finding good, pink, new skin underneath. Coulda been a lot worse. Wilton" I've been out of the loop here recentlySince my stroke my left side is numb to hot or cold feelings .I've had a habit of picking up the

Re: [MBZ] Turn signal/flasher 240D

2015-09-10 Thread Bob via Mercedes
My left turn signal and flashers ( Mercedes) do not work when my parking lights or headlights are on. Any suggestions? Works fine and flashers work fine when no lights on. This is my friends 1982 240D - Any suggestions guys ?? Bob ___ http://www.okiebe

[MBZ] Subject: Re: OT - Sealing Concrete

2015-09-15 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Dan, My family business dealt with waterproofing historical govn'mt buildings [Independence Hall] & concrete parking garages in the cities. Stuff we used was "Hydrozo". It's a special gummy like substance [mined out of Nebraska] which when suspended in a mineral spirits makes a GR

[MBZ] Subject: Grease off concrete

2015-09-30 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Kaleb. I used "Awesome" a butyl-based cleaner that is a great degreaser. I buy it at the dollar store-"Dollar Tree" here.. It cleans my diesel drippings on my concrete brick driveway from my 240d [Benz content]. Spray it on -walk away.spray again ,let sit & later hose i

[MBZ] On 5/22/17 1:00 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: > Kent's $35 kit is 2 hunk

2017-05-23 Thread Bob via Mercedes
On 5/22/17 1:00 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: > Kent's $35 kit is 2 hunks of 1" copper and epoxy. Then he charges $17 > more to look at the how to video. > > I have 1" copper, so have cut 2 pieces 1.625 and got out the JB weld. > > If anyone wants to reinforce your rad, I will ship th

[MBZ] Subject: Re: OT: Fantasy Loser

2017-06-05 Thread Bob via Mercedes
"CNN is known for getting things wrong and then not admitting it. It's not a respected news source" Can't Understand Normal Things NewsN etworkCNN...Sorry if I offended anybodycouldn't help it Bob 82 240D @ 230 K ___ http://

Re: [MBZ] 240 D Resonator

2017-06-30 Thread Bob via Mercedes
I have 1983 240D need for a resonator..Any suggestions ? Bosal.??? FPC ?? Importec ?? Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okieb

[MBZ] Subject: Bear scat?

2017-07-07 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Looks like Hillary passed thru Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

[MBZ] Subject: Paint Sources

2014-08-12 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Anyone have suggestions for rattle can paint suppliers for factory color paints? I got my 904 [Midnight Blur] from: http://microfinish.com/contact.asp Bob '83 240 d ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ T

[MBZ] Subject: Reworked Web Site

2014-08-17 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Constructive comments and criticism are welcome. Nice picture Dan but is that Obama with a flame fart out there yonder in the mountain by the water ??? Bob [Who saw a flame 12 miles away in Africa across the Ngorongoro Crater] PS- I like the site ___ ht

[MBZ] Subject RE : 1999 ML320 Replacement Key/Remote

2014-09-09 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Hey listers, My friend needs the Key /remote for the 1999 ML 320. The blade/key snap in half.[Not in the car]. Just looking for a spare set. The VIN is:4JGAB54E6XA131466. Can Jabba help me with this or is this a Stealer thing ??Thanx for your feedback Bob

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Prius

2014-09-09 Thread Bob via Mercedes
Back in 1996 I put the rear trunk Mercedes 4 " star emblem on the front hood of my 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette Mini -van. Since Mercedes didn't have an SUV per se at that time, I had other high end Mercedes guys do a double take & ask me what the model was..Had that car for 15 years an

[MBZ] Subject: RE : Battery 49

2017-08-03 Thread Bob via Mercedes
What mininum Cranking C do I need for 1983 240D. My H8 Delco just burned out after 1 1/2 year [ smelled like propane gas burning]. Prolly go back to Interstate or Bosch 49 type..850 CC Ok ?? Bob [ who has taken everybodies advice on my exhaust system-Bosal ...to do soon ] _