Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
I think you may have found the rare exception to the rule. The 4 banger manual trans Rangers and Bronco II's seem pretty good on gas. I have a 95 here that averages around 25 or so and that's 4x4. Mike My Dad's 1999 Ranger 2.5, 5 speed standard, bare basic truck gets 21mpg at 75 mph, empty, and can barely keep 75 up the Oklahoma hills. I don't know if this is typical or not. It is definitely a Frod though On 8/7/07, Robert Bigham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Indeed they do, and have ever since Model A days. Old V8's have their problems with oil consumption. I had a new 1963 Ford w/352 engine that got 7 mpg at first. I thought I would have to get rid of it if that was what it was going to do. I have a 1976 pickup with 460 engine that gets 10 to 11 mpg loaded or empty. Frods do indeed drink fuel. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
My '96 Dodge Dakota 318 V8 will pull 20mpg empty... It's pulled a 4400# tractor before for 300 miles at highway speeds... I've put 150,000 miles on it and the motor is fine but the tin worm is getting it. For replacement I'm sorely tempted to get another just like it. -Curt Date: Tue, 7 Aug 2007 21:30:56 -0500 From: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 My Dad's 1999 Ranger 2.5, 5 speed standard, bare basic truck gets 21mpg at 75 mph, empty, and can barely keep 75 up the Oklahoma hills. I don't know if this is typical or not. It is definitely a Frod though - Looking for a deal? Find great prices on flights and hotels with Yahoo! FareChase. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
My 95 with the 2.3 has 230K on it and it runs absolutely perfect. No smoke, rattles or major leaks and it was always owned by a friend of mine who has NO clue about anything mechanical...It had the infamous sticky throttle body shaft at one time(all Frods do if you leave them sit long around here) and he let it sit on the rev limiter while he went in the house to get someone to help.DUH! Mike OK Don wrote: My Dad's 1999 Ranger 2.5, 5 speed standard, bare basic truck gets 21mpg at 75 mph, empty, and can barely keep 75 up the Oklahoma hills. I don't know if this is typical or not. I've got a 95 Mazda B2300 (2.3L Ranger) with 5 speed and it can barely do 75 up hills. I shift into 4th to maintain speed on any respectable hill. The odometer quit at 190k about two years ago, but before that I got about 19-23 highway MPG depending on how I drove it. In town is 17-20. I once got 12mpg when I was towing a trailer (empty!!!) at 75mph. The reason I got 12 is that the trailer was so heavy I couldn't maintain speed in 5th AT ALL. So had to use 4th Mileage was better with it loaded (14' utility trailer with books furniture) since I went 70. If you need a truck to abuse though... I HIGHLY recommend them. They are also dirt cheap. The A/C is nothing short of fantastic. I've got an OM617 tranny in the bed of mine at the moment :) John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
Sounds like you got a good one for a Dakota...Keep it and get the rust fixed Mike My '96 Dodge Dakota 318 V8 will pull 20mpg empty... It's pulled a 4400# tractor before for 300 miles at highway speeds... I've put 150,000 miles on it and the motor is fine but the tin worm is getting it. For replacement I'm sorely tempted to get another just like it. -Curt Date: Tue, 7 Aug 2007 21:30:56 -0500 From: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 My Dad's 1999 Ranger 2.5, 5 speed standard, bare basic truck gets 21mpg at 75 mph, empty, and can barely keep 75 up the Oklahoma hills. I don't know if this is typical or not. It is definitely a Frod though - Looking for a deal? Find great prices on flights and hotels with Yahoo! FareChase. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Jim Mahaffey's e-mail address - he's the clock guru
It may be a little outa' date as this Email address is from '99: [EMAIL PROTECTED] G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Jim Mahaffey's e-mail address - he's the clock guru
Glenn Brown wrote: It may be a little outa' date as this Email address is from '99: [EMAIL PROTECTED] G. M. Brown Brevard, NC Here's a current address for Jim [EMAIL PROTECTED] Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help
I've misplaced the bracket that mounts from the turbo to the trap. Can anyone provide me a picture that will help me find the missing bracket? TIA all. The general area http://www.gulseth.net/photos/exhaust_area.jpg The missing bracket http://www.gulseth.net/photos/Missing_bracket.jpg -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
My 02 F150 Supercrew 4X4 with the 5.4 did a little better than 17 mpg(adjusted to US gallons as I'm in Canada) on the last trip out to the lake. That was over a distance of about 225 miles - pretty well all highway. The interesting thing is that is about as good as it has ever done and I was really loaded. I had a stack of plywood, OSB, and dimensional lumber in the box piled almost to the top of the bed sides. I did keep my speed down to about 65 mph. I think that running it at 75 mph makes quite a difference. I guess one should expect that given the frontal area on a truck that size. They are not exactly aerodynamic notwithstanding the improvements of recent years. It is certainly much quieter than my old 68 Chevy C10. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 7:24 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage I think you may have found the rare exception to the rule. The 4 banger manual trans Rangers and Bronco II's seem pretty good on gas. I have a 95 here that averages around 25 or so and that's 4x4. Mike My Dad's 1999 Ranger 2.5, 5 speed standard, bare basic truck gets 21mpg at 75 mph, empty, and can barely keep 75 up the Oklahoma hills. I don't know if this is typical or not. It is definitely a Frod though On 8/7/07, Robert Bigham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Indeed they do, and have ever since Model A days. Old V8's have their problems with oil consumption. I had a new 1963 Ford w/352 engine that got 7 mpg at first. I thought I would have to get rid of it if that was what it was going to do. I have a 1976 pickup with 460 engine that gets 10 to 11 mpg loaded or empty. Frods do indeed drink fuel. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help
Man! that is fatal! I'll give ya $50 for the car! At 11:05 AM 8/8/2007, you wrote: I've misplaced the bracket that mounts from the turbo to the trap. Can anyone provide me a picture that will help me find the missing bracket? TIA all. The general area http://www.gulseth.net/photos/exhaust_area.jpg The missing bracket http://www.gulseth.net/photos/Missing_bracket.jpg -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Loren Faeth ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please!
On 8/7/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now this must be different that the removal of an ignition cylinder on a 123? A paper clip inserted in the slot and corresponding hole works just fine there. Dunno. I have no experience with the job on a 123. All I know is that on my 124, there's no way a paperclip would have worked---it took the wedge action and springiness of the official tool with its sharpened point to move the catch in the right direction and release the cylinder. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please!
Alex Chamberlain wrote: Dunno. I have no experience with the job on a 123. All I know is that on my 124, there's no way a paperclip would have worked---it took the wedge action and springiness of the official tool with its sharpened point to move the catch in the right direction and release the cylinder. FWIW, I used a cake tester on my W116. It was thinner and stronger than a paperclip. :-) I think the W123 has a similar setup... John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
I did a little study on mileage at various speeds over the last month, and found that by reducing my highway speed from 70 mph to 55 mph gained me about 2 mpg per tank. I keep detailed mileage records, so I'm convinced that this was the result of the slower speed. I will say that most of my highway driving is for short distances of maybe 20-30 miles per trip, not that it matters. However, if I was making a longer trip I might consider going faster.. Dan --- R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I did keep my speed down to about 65 mph. I think that running it at 75 mph makes quite a difference. I guess one should expect that given the frontal area on a truck that size. They are not exactly aerodynamic notwithstanding the improvements of recent years. It is certainly much quieter than my old 68 Chevy C10. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 7:24 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage I think you may have found the rare exception to the rule. The 4 banger manual trans Rangers and Bronco II's seem pretty good on gas. I have a 95 here that averages around 25 or so and that's 4x4. Mike My Dad's 1999 Ranger 2.5, 5 speed standard, bare basic truck gets 21mpg at 75 mph, empty, and can barely keep 75 up the Oklahoma hills. I don't know if this is typical or not. It is definitely a Frod though On 8/7/07, Robert Bigham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Indeed they do, and have ever since Model A days. Old V8's have their problems with oil consumption. I had a new 1963 Ford w/352 engine that got 7 mpg at first. I thought I would have to get rid of it if that was what it was going to do. I have a 1976 pickup with 460 engine that gets 10 to 11 mpg loaded or empty. Frods do indeed drink fuel. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Moody friends. Drama queens. Your life? Nope! - their life, your story. Play Sims Stories at Yahoo! Games. http://sims.yahoo.com/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
As long as you don't mind people approaching you from the rear at a 20mph speed differential, then riding your bumper until they can get around you. LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I did a little study on mileage at various speeds over the last month, and found that by reducing my highway speed from 70 mph to 55 mph gained me about 2 mpg per tank. I keep detailed mileage records, so I'm convinced that this was the result of the slower speed. I will say that most of my highway driving is for short distances of maybe 20-30 miles per trip, not that it matters. However, if I was making a longer trip I might consider going faster.. -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Key Won't Turn
Slightly related, but I used to bring my 1959 P544S Volvo battery into the apartment to bunk down in the warmth every night when I lived in St. Paul; I also plugged in the dipstick heater. The car always started the next morning but the gloves I used to carry the battery disintegrated by springtime from the leaking battery aid. Ah those were the days. On 8/7/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For sure. I just think creative deterrents are a good thing. Good thing most professional thiefs don't have any interest in our old beasts. Reminds me of when I lived in the Phoenix area and used to unhook the neutral safety switch at the transmission every time I would go into the grocery store. Of course then I would cover the car, lock the cover and walk all the way across the parking lot to the store. There's a whole bandit vibe in AZ. Brian On 8/7/07, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I just thought the sight of a missing ignition switch might put off some would-be thiefs. Maybe not the experienced ones. If a professional thief wants your car, he'll get it. Doesn't much matter what you do, or don't do. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help
bring me a flawless '85 300CD with that $50, and we'll talk! On Wed, 08 Aug 2007 12:08:33 -0500, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Man! that is fatal! I'll give ya $50 for the car! At 11:05 AM 8/8/2007, you wrote: I've misplaced the bracket that mounts from the turbo to the trap. Can anyone provide me a picture that will help me find the missing bracket? TIA all. The general area http://www.gulseth.net/photos/exhaust_area.jpg The missing bracket http://www.gulseth.net/photos/Missing_bracket.jpg -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
Won't make much difference will it? At 80 to 90 mph most people are a menace anyway. Remember that in addition to the drunks and the dopers, we have octogenarians and teenagers who got a license yesterday and people on cell phones drinking coffee etc. I guess I'm getting old but why is everyone in such a big hurry? If you can see that the traffic light a half mile away is red, why do you feel the need to pass me when I am going 10 mph over the posted speed limit??? Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 2:13 PM To: 'Allan Streib'; 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage Here in Alabama, 80 MPH on the interstate is more the norm. But from 11 pm through about 3 am, speeds drift up to 90 MPH. Run much slower and you are a safety hazard. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 8/8/07 2:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage As long as you don't mind people approaching you from the rear at a 20mph speed differential, then riding your bumper until they can get around you. LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I did a little study on mileage at various speeds over the last month, and found that by reducing my highway speed from 70 mph to 55 mph gained me about 2 mpg per tank. I keep detailed mileage records, so I'm convinced that this was the result of the slower speed. I will say that most of my highway driving is for short distances of maybe 20-30 miles per trip, not that it matters. However, if I was making a longer trip I might consider going faster.. -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT Regional Security Measures for Property
Also related: I used to push my motorcycle into my apartment at night. This was not to bring it in from the cold in Tempe. It was to bring it in from the vandals. I did get some surprised looks and comments when I would roll out in the morning to go to work. I am very surpirsed I did not get reported. The motorcycle eventually did succumb to bastard cowardly thieves, and all the Tucson police department could offer me was the assurance that you're not getting your motorcycle back. They had absolutely no interest in the physical evidence that I pointed out in the parking lot. This is what I am referring to when I say bandit vibe. Ever notice all the cast iron bars on windows and doors in the southwest? It's just kind of a known thing that when you leave your residence or belongings unattended, they are subject to thieves and vandals. Feels like Road Warrior land. Brian ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help
Are you sure there's actually a bracket that goes there? It's been a while since I had a crossover connection at that juncture, but I seem to remember those studs as being superfluous. Anyway, I've been operating without one for years, with no detrimental effect. On 8/8/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've misplaced the bracket that mounts from the turbo to the trap. Can anyone provide me a picture that will help me find the missing bracket? TIA all. The general area http://www.gulseth.net/photos/exhaust_area.jpg The missing bracket http://www.gulseth.net/photos/Missing_bracket.jpg Casey __ '87 300TD intercooler/propane/biodiesel '94 100CSQ Avant '90 90Q '89 Bluestar ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help
I do remember taking it off because I couldn't get the trap out of the way without removing the bracket. Also, it wouldn't allow me to move anything if the bracket wasn't loose and removed from both studs. So...you think the bracket isn't needed? On Wed, 08 Aug 2007 16:31:42 -0500, Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Are you sure there's actually a bracket that goes there? It's been a while since I had a crossover connection at that juncture, but I seem to remember those studs as being superfluous. Anyway, I've been operating without one for years, with no detrimental effect. On 8/8/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've misplaced the bracket that mounts from the turbo to the trap. Can anyone provide me a picture that will help me find the missing bracket? TIA all. The general area http://www.gulseth.net/photos/exhaust_area.jpg The missing bracket http://www.gulseth.net/photos/Missing_bracket.jpg Casey __ '87 300TD intercooler/propane/biodiesel '94 100CSQ Avant '90 90Q '89 Bluestar -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister
I may get this wrong as I have never been there, but my wife was in DC a few years back on business and got on some sort of tour bus thing that went around to various sites. My recollection is that one could get on and off this wherever and whenever and then catch a later one when it came by on the basis of one ticket that was good for the whole day. She went to places like Arlington National Cemetary and quite enjoyed her short visit. If I were to go there, I certainly wouldn't miss the Smithstonian. I understand one could spend days in there and not see it all. Another thing that I would like to see, having seen a documentary on its construction, would be the cathedral. Can't recall exact name - National Cathedral?? The documentary said they had trouble finding old school tradespeople to do the work. Quite a building. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Sunil Hari Sent: Sunday, August 05, 2007 3:26 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister I'm in Bethesda MD for a month on a surgery rotation at the National Naval Medical Center. Any listers with friendly advice on what to do or where to go? -- Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Sometimes you win one
A few weeks ago I managed to break the drainplug in the housing on my wife's motorcycle. Then I managed to break the inner housing getting everything apart. The inner housing was available, the outer was not. So last weekend I tried to drill the offending bolt out. Dammed if I didn't drill it off center. Bought some easyouts but she wouldn't budge. I plugged the hole and oiled it as best I could and left it for a few days. Still no-go. Today I cautiously drilled the next size up, I was worried it was too big and I'd catch the threads. Then tried with the next size up easy out. Well heck out came that bolt nice as you please. I was seriously worried I was going to break the smaller easyout. I'd tried heat too... I'd thought maybe I'd somehow crossthreaded but theres no sign of it, I have no idea why it broke. I'll chase the threads with a tap and try the bolt a few times before I button it all back up. Anyway I thought I'd trumpet my success. Now I need to figure out how to make 2 broken side panels into 1 good one. Yay epoxy. This needs to be ridgid though so no Shoe-Goo. -Curt - Yahoo! oneSearch: Finally, mobile search that gives answers, not web links. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Finally...Interlock Unlocked
Cool! Now, the real question is whether I will remember this, or that this post ever existed, if I ever need to do that. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of B Dike Sent: Saturday, August 04, 2007 11:21 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Finally...Interlock Unlocked All, It took a while, but I was finally able to disable the disfunctional starter interlock on the 74 240D. The wiring diagram for the interlock circuitry shows a rat's nest of switches, lines and connectors. The actual interlock relay is embedded inside the 10-pin box under the dash. But it can be defeated by grounding pin 85 in the starter relay on the firewall above the starter (as suggested by a fellow lister). Very simple. The car can be started again, and everything appears to be working fine. Thanks, Bruce 82 300CD 348kmi 'His' 85 300CD 253kmi 'Hers' 75 240D 202kmi 'Donner' 77 240D 204kmi 'Blitzen' gone to a better place 74 240D 79kmi 'Orangewagen' 73 220D 'Fnu Lnu' - Moody friends. Drama queens. Your life? Nope! - their life, your story. Play Sims Stories at Yahoo! Games. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister
Gray Line Tours. They're all over the place. They do a nice night tour. National Cathedral. Check out their Web site, as it has a boatload of multimedia stuff about the place, especially some cool video tours. It took literally years to build the place, mainly due to funding (or lack thereof) and Congress' inability to put their weight behind it. Dan --- R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I may get this wrong as I have never been there, but my wife was in DC a few years back on business and got on some sort of tour bus thing that went around to various sites. My recollection is that one could get on and off this wherever and whenever and then catch a later one when it came by on the basis of one ticket that was good for the whole day. She went to places like Arlington National Cemetary and quite enjoyed her short visit. If I were to go there, I certainly wouldn't miss the Smithstonian. I understand one could spend days in there and not see it all. Another thing that I would like to see, having seen a documentary on its construction, would be the cathedral. Can't recall exact name - National Cathedral?? The documentary said they had trouble finding old school tradespeople to do the work. Quite a building. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Sunil Hari Sent: Sunday, August 05, 2007 3:26 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister I'm in Bethesda MD for a month on a surgery rotation at the National Naval Medical Center. Any listers with friendly advice on what to do or where to go? -- Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Fussy? Opinionated? Impossible to please? Perfect. Join Yahoo!'s user panel and lay it on us. http://surveylink.yahoo.com/gmrs/yahoo_panel_invite.asp?a=7 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
The serious rust is mostly in the doors right now. I'm thinking it may be cheaper and more practical to get new doors... '96 is the last of the old style, the ones they can keep balljoints under. I think I've had one or two replaced but not often like on the new ones. I've seriously considered getting a 4BT to replace the v8 when it dies. Big loss in HP though. -Curt Date: Wed, 8 Aug 2007 05:30:20 -0700 (PDT) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain;charset=iso-8859-1 Sounds like you got a good one for a Dakota...Keep it and get the rust fixed Mike My '96 Dodge Dakota 318 V8 will pull 20mpg empty... It's pulled a 4400# tractor before for 300 miles at highway speeds... I've put 150,000 miles on it and the motor is fine but the tin worm is getting it. For replacement I'm sorely tempted to get another just like it. -Curt - Be a better Heartthrob. Get better relationship answers from someone who knows. Yahoo! Answers - Check it out. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
On my Dakota I find the difference between 65 and 75 is about 2mpg. On my 190D I find its more like 3-4mpg. -Curt Date: Wed, 8 Aug 2007 11:43:59 -0500 From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 My 02 F150 Supercrew 4X4 with the 5.4 did a little better than 17 mpg(adjusted to US gallons as I'm in Canada) on the last trip out to the lake. That was over a distance of about 225 miles - pretty well all highway. The interesting thing is that is about as good as it has ever done and I was really loaded. I had a stack of plywood, OSB, and dimensional lumber in the box piled almost to the top of the bed sides. I did keep my speed down to about 65 mph. I think that running it at 75 mph makes quite a difference. I guess one should expect that given the frontal area on a truck that size. They are not exactly aerodynamic notwithstanding the improvements of recent years. It is certainly much quieter than my old 68 Chevy C10. Randy - Take the Internet to Go: Yahoo!Go puts the Internet in your pocket: mail, news, photos more. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Front Loading Washers (was Re: Tools and Quality)
How can you tell I'm catching up on old posts? My comment is that new appliances tend to be much more efficient so, even though your old washer and dryer may never wear out, you may find it a good idea to replace them. Energy costs these days are such that efficiency is soon rewarded. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Saturday, August 04, 2007 10:10 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Front Loading Washers (was Re: Tools and Quality) that one of my grandmothers has never had anything done to it. Hendrik wrote: Anything can fail but the question is can it be repaired economically. Strange how people put up with cars breaking down but if a washing machine decides to go down after 6 years people are in shock. Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: Your maytag failed after 6 years? My grandmother always had a maytag washer/drier. Must be front he 60's. It was still going strong when she died several years ago. My dad still uses it and its going strong. I have had my maytag top loaded for about 8 years. Its still going great although I wouldnt mind getting rid of it go get a front load washer/drier. --- ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
It's not that bad around here, mainly because people are sensitized to all the blue-hairs lollygagging around in the left hand lane doing 40 mph. I am always very careful to stay in the right hand lane at all times, and if necessary, I will speed up to accommodate trapped drivers behind me. All in all, I haven't had a real problem with it. Granted, this isn't rush hour Chicago, so you don't have the average speed 20+ mph over the limit. Dan --- Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As long as you don't mind people approaching you from the rear at a 20mph speed differential, then riding your bumper until they can get around you. Yahoo! oneSearch: Finally, mobile search that gives answers, not web links. http://mobile.yahoo.com/mobileweb/onesearch?refer=1ONXIC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Regional Security Measures for Property
Compared to northern Maine where people regularly don't lock their doors... The most major vandalizim we've had on the farm has been somebody fishing in our pond... They leave the camp totally alone. Of course now that I've said that... -Curt Date: Wed, 8 Aug 2007 13:57:18 -0700 From: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] OT Regional Security Measures for Property To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Also related: I used to push my motorcycle into my apartment at night. This was not to bring it in from the cold in Tempe. It was to bring it in from the vandals. I did get some surprised looks and comments when I would roll out in the morning to go to work. I am very surpirsed I did not get reported. The motorcycle eventually did succumb to bastard cowardly thieves, and all the Tucson police department could offer me was the assurance that you're not getting your motorcycle back. They had absolutely no interest in the physical evidence that I pointed out in the parking lot. This is what I am referring to when I say bandit vibe. Ever notice all the cast iron bars on windows and doors in the southwest? It's just kind of a known thing that when you leave your residence or belongings unattended, they are subject to thieves and vandals. Feels like Road Warrior land. Brian - Got a little couch potato? Check out fun summer activities for kids. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister - more general comments on DC
I do believe you are correct - the National Cathedral. An impressive structure [and gift shop]. I believe a rail/subway pass is about $8 for a day with as many rides as you want. Just as a side note, before you do something like giving your pass to a hungry looking student make sure your flight hasn't been delayed 4 hours. You don't need to ask how I know. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 6:24 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister I may get this wrong as I have never been there, but my wife was in DC a few years back on business and got on some sort of tour bus thing that went around to various sites. My recollection is that one could get on and off this wherever and whenever and then catch a later one when it came by on the basis of one ticket that was good for the whole day. She went to places like Arlington National Cemetary and quite enjoyed her short visit. If I were to go there, I certainly wouldn't miss the Smithstonian. I understand one could spend days in there and not see it all. Another thing that I would like to see, having seen a documentary on its construction, would be the cathedral. Can't recall exact name - National Cathedral?? The documentary said they had trouble finding old school tradespeople to do the work. Quite a building. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Sunil Hari Sent: Sunday, August 05, 2007 3:26 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister I'm in Bethesda MD for a month on a surgery rotation at the National Naval Medical Center. Any listers with friendly advice on what to do or where to go? -- Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 2.3-16V trans fluid
Now that I've got the 16v up in the air, and a storm approaching, I can't find my W201 CD. How do I check the grtrag 5ap tranny fluid and refill? There's a 14mm allen plug on the bottom, and on the left side a bit forward of that is another 14mm allen. Is the one on the side the fill/level plug? I can't get my 14mm allen socket in it, even without a breaker bar attached, because it's too close to the body. So if that's it, I'll have to fashion something else, probably with a bolt, nut, and box end wrench. Dexron ATF, same as the mbz manny trannies, right? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Classic car]
This is a GREAT video -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Classic_Auto_1.mpeg Type: video/mpeg Size: 3547249 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070808/97ee080c/attachment.mpeg -- next part -- An embedded and charset-unspecified text was scrubbed... Name: file:///C|/DOCUME%7E1/KALEB/LOCALS%7E1/TEMP/nsmail-1.txt Url: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070808/97ee080c/attachment.txt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help
Like I said, I've been sans-bracket for around three years, and the trap-log has never leaked. I wouldn't sweat it, but YMMV. On 8/8/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So...you think the bracket isn't needed? Casey __ '87 300TD intercooler/propane/biodiesel '94 100CSQ Avant '90 90Q '89 Bluestar ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Classic car]
Thanks a lot, now I have to change my undies :-( Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: This is a GREAT video ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 2.3-16V trans fluid
Ahh yes the evil fill plug, a word of warning those plugs can be tight. Sometimes previous owners have used bad methods (like you are thinking) to get them out and made a mess of them. From memory I managed to get a standard Allen key in there.just but my memory can be faulty. I would suggest that even if you have to cut up a Allen key, don't use 'shortcuts' which can turn into 'longcuts'. Mitch Haley wrote: Now that I've got the 16v up in the air, and a storm approaching, I can't find my W201 CD. How do I check the grtrag 5ap tranny fluid and refill? There's a 14mm allen plug on the bottom, and on the left side a bit forward of that is another 14mm allen. Is the one on the side the fill/level plug? I can't get my 14mm allen socket in it, even without a breaker bar attached, because it's too close to the body. So if that's it, I'll have to fashion something else, probably with a bolt, nut, and box end wrench. Dexron ATF, same as the mbz manny trannies, right? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage
Ha, That reminds me of a whole bunch of years ago out in LA, I was driving home at about 2 am at the speed limit, 55 mph on I 210 ( I think that's the number , foothill freeway? been a while )and got pulled over. The cop explained that the reason he pulled me over was that the only people driving the speed limit at that time of night were drunk, everyone else was going 80+...and weren't getting pulled over..go figure. I was a commercial driver at the time and was pretty picky about keeping my record clean so no speeding. -Robert Tom Hargrave wrote: Here in Alabama, 80 MPH on the interstate is more the norm. But from 11 pm through about 3 am, speeds drift up to 90 MPH. Run much slower and you are a safety hazard. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 8/8/07 2:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fords fuel mileage As long as you don't mind people approaching you from the rear at a 20mph speed differential, then riding your bumper until they can get around you. LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I did a little study on mileage at various speeds over the last month, and found that by reducing my highway speed from 70 mph to 55 mph gained me about 2 mpg per tank. I keep detailed mileage records, so I'm convinced that this was the result of the slower speed. I will say that most of my highway driving is for short distances of maybe 20-30 miles per trip, not that it matters. However, if I was making a longer trip I might consider going faster.. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Classic car]
On Wed, 08 Aug 2007 18:21:56 -0500, you wrote: This is a GREAT video One nice thing about my old age; No matter how many times a clip like this is sent to me, I open it again! -- Regards, Peter T. Arnold 2007 HHR, 2.4L/Auto, LT2, 12Kmi, No problems! 1987 300SDL 280KMI Inherited by Grandson 1995 F-250 PowerChoke 199Kmi 1954 Metropolitan Convertible, Hanger Queen Wife has a Cruizer, 80 Kmi, as reliable as an Ice Box, the car that is! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Front Loading Washers
For what it's worth, I ust got the water bill for last month, and with the new washer only having been on line for about two weeks of the billing period, our water consumption dropped about 20%. Tossing a few percentage points in for variations, that's still a noticeable drop. I'll be watching to see what it drops to next month, as that will be a full month with it in service. Dan Pinpoint customers who are looking for what you sell. http://searchmarketing.yahoo.com/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 2.3-16V trans fluid
Mitch Haley wrote: Now that I've got the 16v up in the air, and a storm approaching, I can't find my W201 CD. How do I check the grtrag 5ap tranny fluid and refill? There's a 14mm allen plug on the bottom, and on the left side a bit forward of that is another 14mm allen. Is the one on the side the fill/level plug? I can't get my 14mm allen socket in it, even without a breaker bar attached, because it's too close to the body. So if that's it, I'll have to fashion something else, probably with a bolt, nut, and box end wrench. Dexron ATF, same as the mbz manny trannies, right? Mobil 1 ATF works better than any other fluid I've ever tried! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 2.3-16V trans fluid
I second that! As soon as I started using the wife's former ride, I did a complete fluid change to Mobil1 products. The car had an increase in mileage of about 2 mpg after that... money well spent these days. Dan --- Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mitch Haley wrote: Now that I've got the 16v up in the air, and a storm approaching, I can't find my W201 CD. How do I check the grtrag 5ap tranny fluid and refill? There's a 14mm allen plug on the bottom, and on the left side a bit forward of that is another 14mm allen. Is the one on the side the fill/level plug? I can't get my 14mm allen socket in it, even without a breaker bar attached, because it's too close to the body. So if that's it, I'll have to fashion something else, probably with a bolt, nut, and box end wrench. Dexron ATF, same as the mbz manny trannies, right? Mobil 1 ATF works better than any other fluid I've ever tried! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Sick sense of humor? Visit Yahoo! TV's Comedy with an Edge to see what's on, when. http://tv.yahoo.com/collections/222 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please!
My W123 ign switch defied removal. I followed the instructions until I got to the where I was supposed to put the special tool into the small opening near the ign keyhole... - well, my 78 240D (W123) does not have a opening to insert a release tool. I ended up removing the instrument cluster and looking to see what was holding the switch in place. My switch was (is) held in place by a flat piece of spring steel. There was no hole to insert a release tool. I never did get the old switch out. Luckily, my switch has worked fine ever since. Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 2:15 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please! On 8/7/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now this must be different that the removal of an ignition cylinder on a 123? A paper clip inserted in the slot and corresponding hole works just fine there. Dunno. I have no experience with the job on a 123. All I know is that on my 124, there's no way a paperclip would have worked---it took the wedge action and springiness of the official tool with its sharpened point to move the catch in the right direction and release the cylinder. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.476 / Virus Database: 269.11.8/941 - Release Date: 8/7/2007 4:06 PM ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please!
Larry, your w123 has the older style, where instead of inserting a release tool, there's a hole on the side that you insert a small torx head or allen wrench. It's not like newer ones that have a hole on the front. On Wed, Aug 08, 2007 at 09:21:04PM -0400, LarryT wrote: My W123 ign switch defied removal. I followed the instructions until I got to the where I was supposed to put the special tool into the small opening near the ign keyhole... - well, my 78 240D (W123) does not have a opening to insert a release tool. I ended up removing the instrument cluster and looking to see what was holding the switch in place. My switch was (is) held in place by a flat piece of spring steel. There was no hole to insert a release tool. I never did get the old switch out. Luckily, my switch has worked fine ever since. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 2.3-16V trans fluid
Hendrik wrote: Ahh yes the evil fill plug, a word of warning those plugs can be tight. Sometimes previous owners have used bad methods (like you are thinking) to get them out and made a mess of them. Thanks Hendrik. I cut off my allen socket, still have 11mm sticking out, and a 19mm stub that I can stick in a box wrench if I still don't have room for the socket. (a set of 12, 14, and 17mm allen sockets cost me $10 at Autozone, so I don't mind butchering them) Now it's too dark outside to work, I hope the rain doesn't soften the driveway too much. I've got the back of the car on ramps, jack stands under the rubber jack points behind the front wheels, and a floor jack under the frame rail behind the engine sump. Should probably drain the fluid into a clean pan and check it out, then refill with fresh. It will take me a long time to fill the trans from dry with a 60cc syringe on a hose, but I don't see any other way to get the fluid in there. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Sometimes you win one
Glad to see you got the E-O to work! Everytime I've used one it broke off in the frozen fastener. Without fail. I have better luck using a punch/chisel and BFH to knock the fastener loose - if there's a little piece to hit. A couple $$'s for new fasteners is aways the easiest way to go. Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 6:26 PM Subject: [MBZ] Sometimes you win one A few weeks ago I managed to break the drainplug in the housing on my wife's motorcycle. Then I managed to break the inner housing getting everything apart. The inner housing was available, the outer was not. So last weekend I tried to drill the offending bolt out. Dammed if I didn't drill it off center. Bought some easyouts but she wouldn't budge. I plugged the hole and oiled it as best I could and left it for a few days. Still no-go. Today I cautiously drilled the next size up, I was worried it was too big and I'd catch the threads. Then tried with the next size up easy out. Well heck out came that bolt nice as you please. I was seriously worried I was going to break the smaller easyout. I'd tried heat too... I'd thought maybe I'd somehow crossthreaded but theres no sign of it, I have no idea why it broke. I'll chase the threads with a tap and try the bolt a few times before I button it all back up. Anyway I thought I'd trumpet my success. Now I need to figure out how to make 2 broken side panels into 1 good one. Yay epoxy. This needs to be ridgid though so no Shoe-Goo. -Curt - Yahoo! oneSearch: Finally, mobile search that gives answers, not web links. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.476 / Virus Database: 269.11.8/941 - Release Date: 8/7/2007 4:06 PM ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please!
So when did the change happen ? I have a 79 and am getting a 78. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1979 240D-250K + miles 1990 300D 2.5t 135K miles Wickford, RI-Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 9:24 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please! Larry, your w123 has the older style, where instead of inserting a release tool, there's a hole on the side that you insert a small torx head or allen wrench. It's not like newer ones that have a hole on the front. On Wed, Aug 08, 2007 at 09:21:04PM -0400, LarryT wrote: My W123 ign switch defied removal. I followed the instructions until I got to the where I was supposed to put the special tool into the small opening near the ign keyhole... - well, my 78 240D (W123) does not have a opening to insert a release tool. I ended up removing the instrument cluster and looking to see what was holding the switch in place. My switch was (is) held in place by a flat piece of spring steel. There was no hole to insert a release tool. I never did get the old switch out. Luckily, my switch has worked fine ever since. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please!
Memory serving me, it was mid 78. My 78 had the old style, like Larry's 78 seems to. On Wed, Aug 08, 2007 at 09:34:11PM -0400, Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: So when did the change happen ? I have a 79 and am getting a 78. Dwight ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 2.3-16V trans fluid
Hi Mitch, Perhaps you can use a short piece of 14mm hex stock? A piece about 1 long, pushed into the fill plug should leave enough to put a wrench on the other end. Will be more precise and easier to use that a bolt and nut -- This place carries it in 14mm http://www.spahrmetric.com/shop.php#metrichex Good luck - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 7:50 PM Subject: [MBZ] 2.3-16V trans fluid Now that I've got the 16v up in the air, and a storm approaching, I can't find my W201 CD. How do I check the grtrag 5ap tranny fluid and refill? There's a 14mm allen plug on the bottom, and on the left side a bit forward of that is another 14mm allen. Is the one on the side the fill/level plug? I can't get my 14mm allen socket in it, even without a breaker bar attached, because it's too close to the body. So if that's it, I'll have to fashion something else, probably with a bolt, nut, and box end wrench. Dexron ATF, same as the mbz manny trannies, right? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.476 / Virus Database: 269.11.8/941 - Release Date: 8/7/2007 4:06 PM ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please!
Thanks-fortunately I have not had to look at my 79 to see. Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1979 240D-250K + miles 1990 300D 2.5t 135K miles Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 9:33 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please! Memory serving me, it was mid 78. My 78 had the old style, like Larry's 78 seems to. On Wed, Aug 08, 2007 at 09:34:11PM -0400, Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: So when did the change happen ? I have a 79 and am getting a 78. Dwight ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 2.3-16V trans fluid
What about those small bottles of ATF that come with their own little hose attached, perhaps put on a little bit more hose and then squeeze. That's what I use, you can't get the bottle fully emptied this way but it is better than a syringe. Anyway the missus just rang to inform me that the muffler has fallen off the 201, so I'll be getting under there as well. Mitch Haley wrote: Hendrik wrote: Ahh yes the evil fill plug, a word of warning those plugs can be tight. Sometimes previous owners have used bad methods (like you are thinking) to get them out and made a mess of them. Thanks Hendrik. I cut off my allen socket, still have 11mm sticking out, and a 19mm stub that I can stick in a box wrench if I still don't have room for the socket. (a set of 12, 14, and 17mm allen sockets cost me $10 at Autozone, so I don't mind butchering them) Now it's too dark outside to work, I hope the rain doesn't soften the driveway too much. I've got the back of the car on ramps, jack stands under the rubber jack points behind the front wheels, and a floor jack under the frame rail behind the engine sump. Should probably drain the fluid into a clean pan and check it out, then refill with fresh. It will take me a long time to fill the trans from dry with a 60cc syringe on a hose, but I don't see any other way to get the fluid in there. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Classic car]
And there was reason that you sent that On 8/8/07, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This is a GREAT video -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help
There are no flawless 22 year old cars. 'Sides, yours does not even nave a cam or cam bearings! At 03:32 PM 8/8/2007, you wrote: bring me a flawless '85 300CD with that $50, and we'll talk! On Wed, 08 Aug 2007 12:08:33 -0500, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Man! that is fatal! I'll give ya $50 for the car! At 11:05 AM 8/8/2007, you wrote: I've misplaced the bracket that mounts from the turbo to the trap. Can anyone provide me a picture that will help me find the missing bracket? TIA all. The general area http://www.gulseth.net/photos/exhaust_area.jpg The missing bracket http://www.gulseth.net/photos/Missing_bracket.jpg -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Loren Faeth ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Classic car]
On Wed, 08 Aug 2007 18:21:56 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This is a GREAT video Yeah, great to raise my blood pressure from the fright. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Classic car]
hahahahaha Hendrik wrote: Thanks a lot, now I have to change my undies :-( Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: This is a GREAT video ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Classic car]
to get you old farts OK Don wrote: And there was reason that you sent that On 8/8/07, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This is a GREAT video -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help
Cause they're on my work bench! Gotta have them off to RR the head! ) On Wed, 08 Aug 2007 21:21:20 -0500, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are no flawless 22 year old cars. 'Sides, yours does not even nave a cam or cam bearings! At 03:32 PM 8/8/2007, you wrote: bring me a flawless '85 300CD with that $50, and we'll talk! On Wed, 08 Aug 2007 12:08:33 -0500, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Man! that is fatal! I'll give ya $50 for the car! At 11:05 AM 8/8/2007, you wrote: I've misplaced the bracket that mounts from the turbo to the trap. Can anyone provide me a picture that will help me find the missing bracket? TIA all. The general area http://www.gulseth.net/photos/exhaust_area.jpg The missing bracket http://www.gulseth.net/photos/Missing_bracket.jpg -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 2.3-16V trans fluid
and a 19mm stub that I can stick in a box wrench That's what I do, using a 6-point box wrench. It will take me a long time to fill the trans from dry with a 60cc syringe on a hose, but I don't see any other way to get the fluid McParts sells this little pump dingus with a hose on it for just this purpose. Looks a lot like a soap dispenser pump, but much larger. Won't empty a bottle, but gets most out. I just end up pouring together bottles to get the level up to where it'll pump. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: 1992 Suburban AC
My BiL brought his burbinator by for an AC recharge. Unfortunately that's not what's wrong with it. Surfing for an hour or two got me nothing on how it's constructed. The compressor wouldn't cut in, though the low side pressure was plenty high and the switch on the accumulator was closed. I jumped the compressor on to see what happened. The pipe to the condensor gets hot, pipe from gets warm. By the time that small line gets to the firewall it's ice cold. Accumulator itself is warm, the suction hose at the compressor is coolish. Unfortunately my gauge set wouldn't go on the high-side fitting, so I don't have that pressure. No idea why the compressor won't run either. Anybody got a quick checklist or a place to look for the same? He's leaving tomorrow AM, so I probably won't have time to do anything but who knows... Oh, and the burbinator has rear AC too. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
