Re: [MBZ] Post Falls SL
Today's log: Ah _there_ it is! The idle controller, though behind the glovebox as advertised, is tucked to the left sideways against the HVAC plenum and _not_ forward against the firewall as shown in the manual. (Those are the blower and temperature controllers for the ACC system, and the fuel pump relay.) It's marked: 002 545 33 32 Leerlaufdrehzahrlregelung Idle Speed Control8Zyl. 412.202/01012V It is, I might add, a VDO unit and not Bosch. I've come to expect soldering trouble from VDO's electronics, whereas Bosch's don't seem to have nearly as much trouble. Opened, it revealed a LM2901 quad comparitor, two LM2902 quad op-amps, three signal transistors, one power transistor, sixteen diodes, six electrolytic capacitors, and the usual handful of resistors and capacitors. Two of the resistors were mounted on stakes and looked like tuneable items. (Idle speed being one, I presume.) This circuit was also varnish-coated, so I hit it with the paint stripper too. The soldering didn't really look that bad, but it doesn't take all that long to redo. There were a few spots that looked questionable. I also pulled the monovalve and had a look at it. It looked good, the diaphragm was not torn. I cleaned the screen off with a bristle brush and put it back together. The coil continuity was good, the plunger was not hydrolocked. The stupid hood pad fell down again, so I had to glue it back up. What a pain! The car started easily, and idled normally. We'll see how it behaves. ...Some have suggested I check into Remco's towing products. They have a driveshaft disconnector, and a transmission lube pump system! (As well as tow bars, etc.) That lube pump system looks very interesting, I bet one of them can be adapted to this car even if they don't officially offer it. Driving the car today the idle seemed as before: nothing really wrong with it. Still seems a touch high, if it bothers me enough I could try tuning the resistors inside the controller. Maybe someday. The ACC was definitely heating today, it might even have been overdoing it. On MIN it switched to cooling (vent only), so mostly it seems to be behaving itself. The foam tube kept coming off, I think it's about 1/2 too short. I'll glue on the offending end when I get home, that may have been its only problem. Once home I had some free time, so I glued on the loose end of the foam tube. I then pulled out the idle speed actuator and cleaned it out with carb cleaner. A lot of black gunk came out. Tested on the bench it seemed to behave properly, so I reinstalled it. The rubber mounting hoses are a bit loose, but I don't think they're leaking yet. They're still flexible, so I don't think I have to replace them. With the engine running a spray of carb cleaner around the valve didn't result in an RPM change, proof of sorts. I note that the vacuum advance line to the distributor is purposely disconnected, I'm going to have to go through the engine vacuum plumbing some time to put it all right. There was a missing screw on one of the exhaust manifold heat shields so I dug up a suitable 10mm screw and installed it. That should help prevent nasty rattling noises, which I hate. Next up was the AC system. I pulled off the R134a conversion fittings, there was only a residual puff of pressure. I moved the Schrader valves from the conversion fittings back to the R12 fittings, then connected up the vacuum pump and put a quick vacuum on it. It seemed to hold vacuum, so I then put about 60 psi of propane into the system, that didn't leak down either (not that I gave it much time, but I was only looking for profound leakage) and the ACC system was able to engage the compressor with that little bit of pressure. With the preliminaries out of the way I vacuumed the system for more than 1/2 hour. It took some minutes before the vacuum pump started making the rattling noise that indicates that a deep vacuum has been pulled. I don't know if there was moisture or not, but vacuuming can't hurt, and a half hour is about the minimum that'll do any real good removing moisture. Once vacuumed I then charged the sytem with the test refrigerant: 8 oz. of Isobutane/Propane (R600a/R290) mix, followed by a propane charge until the system seemed to be operating correctly. (This takes some time to sneak up on, it's not like you just put in 3 cans of R12 and call it good.) Unfortunately evening was approaching and it wasn't really all that hot, not good conditions for charging a system this way. I did see 39 degF vent temperatures, but that's no great feat under these conditions. Still, it did seem to be working. Time will tell if I have it charged right, and if the system works correctly and doesn't leak. The lights were next. I've been afraid that I might be caught in the dark with them messed up as they are. I pulled the offending bucket assembly out of the car and found that the 6-pin connector was shifted by one
Re: [MBZ] Post Falls SL musings
Since the 115/114 shared so many parts with the 107, would not a transmission set up from that model be a pretty good hook up? Perhaps, though the V8's might be a bit too strong for the usual manual transmission. The clutch/flywheel area was where I was particularly expecting difficulties, and perhaps the pedal assembly itself. Did any of MB's V8 cars ever have a manual transmission? Ever? At the moment a bolt-on hydraulic pump is in the lead so far as ease of conversion goes. -- 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
Re: [MBZ] Mail client
*SNORT, SPIT, COUGH, COUGH* Damnit, you made me choke on my lunch! -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine Quoting Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED]: And yet your OS is still Microsoft. Sigh. God only makes a few idiots. They tend to congregate in Claremore. D. On 8/21/07, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: thats what I am using. outlook sucks ___ 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] Mail client
On Tue, 21 Aug 2007 17:35:28 -0500, you wrote: I recall the discussion a few weeks back about emails reading and management and such, and wanted to mention something in that regard. I downloaded the Mozilla Thunderbird client to a laptop I am using while traveling, and this version has some nice features for thread grouping and other things. I am not sure yet exactly how they work, as it just sorta is there in my new install, but y'all might want to check it out. There are add-ons for it too, I have not loaded any of those, but you can customize the client as you want with them. No intention to start a lengthy thread about what is better, etc, but I found this rather a pleasant surprise. It's free! I've used AGENT as a mail/new reader since i quit AOL about 10 years ago. Pro version is cheap and very full version. 90- day trial is free, decent support if you have grief. -- 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
Re: [MBZ] Mail client
I just now downloaded Sylpheed which went to the temp folder. I looked for the temp folder via Windows Explorer with no success. Can someone tell me where its hiding? Search couldn't find it. Thanks, Gerry -- - Original Message - From: Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sylpheed is ef'ing fast. Whoever did the code must have been a minimalist. My kind of guy. On 8/21/07, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Tue, 21 Aug 2007 18:01:50 -0500 Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Either Thunderbird or Sylpheed (Sylpheed perhaps available only for Linux). I use Sylpheed. It's available for winders, too. http://sylpheed.sraoss.jp/en/ 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] Post Falls SL musings
Redghost wrote: Since the 115/114 shared so many parts with the 107, would not a transmission set up from that model be a pretty good hook up? I met a guy who put a 4sp from a 115 in a 116 300SD, pedals and all. Said it was a dog off the line until the turbo spooled up. ___ 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] Mail client
archer wrote: I just now downloaded Sylpheed which went to the temp folder. I looked for the temp folder via Windows Explorer with no success. Can someone tell me where its hiding? Search couldn't find it. In search, click on more advanced options. Then tell it to search in hidden and system folders. Micro$hit software sux, doesn't it? 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] Mail client
Nah, God makes lots of idiots and puts them on the planet Earth. Wonko the Sane wrote: And yet your OS is still Microsoft. Sigh. God only makes a few idiots. They tend to congregate in Claremore. D. On 8/21/07, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: thats what I am using. outlook sucks ___ 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] Weather in Ioway
Tornado watch simply means that it is August. Very little excitement until it flips to a tornado warning or until one is actually on the ground somewhere nearby. On 8/21/07, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, according to http://www.wunderground.com/radar/radblast.asp?num=6delay=15scale=1.00noclutter=0ID=DMXtype=N0Rlat=0lon=0label=youshowstorms=100showlabels=1rainsnow=0 your county has a red box around it (if the severe weather overlay is showing), so that would seem to mean you're under a tornado watch. At least if I have your county pinned down correctly. Craig _ -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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] Mail client
archer wrote: I just now downloaded Sylpheed which went to the temp folder. I looked for the temp folder via Windows Explorer with no success. Can someone tell me where its hiding? Search couldn't find it. In search, click on more advanced options. Then tell it to search in hidden and system folders. Micro$hit software sux, doesn't it? Mitch. --- I couldn't find anything about advanced option on search on this version of WinXP. I agree, Microsoft has always sucked. I'm moving to Linux slowly as I learn. Gerry ___ 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] Mail client
Did you so a Search on the file name? It might be hiding somewhere strange. On 8/22/07, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: archer wrote: I just now downloaded Sylpheed which went to the temp folder. I looked for the temp folder via Windows Explorer with no success. Can someone tell me where its hiding? Search couldn't find it. In search, click on more advanced options. Then tell it to search in hidden and system folders. Micro$hit software sux, doesn't it? Mitch. --- I couldn't find anything about advanced option on search on this version of WinXP. I agree, Microsoft has always sucked. I'm moving to Linux slowly as I learn. Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Mail client
Thanks. I'll try that tonight. Will have to get it from Sylpheeds website. Gerry - - Original Message - From: Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] Did you so a Search on the file name? It might be hiding somewhere strange. On 8/22/07, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: archer wrote: I just now downloaded Sylpheed which went to the temp folder. I looked for the temp folder via Windows Explorer with no success. Can someone tell me where its hiding? Search couldn't find it. In search, click on more advanced options. Then tell it to search in hidden and system folders. Micro$hit software sux, doesn't it? Mitch. --- I couldn't find anything about advanced option on search on this version of WinXP. I agree, Microsoft has always sucked. I'm moving to Linux slowly as I learn. Gerry ___ 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] instuction for hooking up Alpine cd changer 91-93 models, ATTN Larry
Hi Kaleb, My Alpine Changer is up and running perfectly. I was wondering if you have an Owners Manual for the CHM-S600? Alpine does not have it on their site. Mostly I'm trying to learn what kinds of files the changer will recognize and play? Any ideas? Thx - 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: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes Mailing List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 14, 2007 6:18 PM Subject: [MBZ] instuction for hooking up Alpine cd changer 91-93 models,ATTN Larry Here are the instructions for hooking up an Alpine cd changer using the 2 PIE adaptors for 91-93 models that have the 2 piece radio. Its the same for 124, 126, 140 and whatever else uses that radio setup. http://www.okiebenz.com/pics/cdchangerhookup/ -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.472 / Virus Database: 269.8.15/848 - Release Date: 6/13/2007 12:50 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] Mail client
archer wrote: I couldn't find anything about advanced option on search on this version of WinXP. First window, What do you want to search for? Click on all files and folders Next, you should have boxes for file name, file content, drive selection, and below the boxes, pull down options menus for when was it modified, what size is it, and More advanced options. ___ 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] Mail client
The temp internet folder is usually buried in your user folder under My documents, however it's been a few weeks since I dug around in windows and my memory banks are flat out trying to work out Linux. Easiest thing is to go back to the download website and click on the download link. This should bring up the window where it will tell you the file name and the location of the temp folder (you have to follow the directory tree up to figure out the path) archer wrote: Thanks. I'll try that tonight. Will have to get it from Sylpheeds website. Gerry ___ 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] Mail client
Or use Firefox with a download manager add-in, and tell it where to go, launch it from the download bar/menu, etc. Then you won't have to deal much with XP. --R Mitch Haley wrote: archer wrote: I couldn't find anything about advanced option on search on this version of WinXP. First window, What do you want to search for? Click on all files and folders Next, you should have boxes for file name, file content, drive selection, and below the boxes, pull down options menus for when was it modified, what size is it, and More advanced options. ___ 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] instuction for hooking up Alpine cd changer 91-93 models, ATTN Larry
nope, sorry --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 PP Supervisor - Original Message - From: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 9:21 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] instuction for hooking up Alpine cd changer 91-93 models,ATTN Larry Hi Kaleb, My Alpine Changer is up and running perfectly. I was wondering if you have an Owners Manual for the CHM-S600? Alpine does not have it on their site. Mostly I'm trying to learn what kinds of files the changer will recognize and play? Any ideas? Thx - 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: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes Mailing List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 14, 2007 6:18 PM Subject: [MBZ] instuction for hooking up Alpine cd changer 91-93 models,ATTN Larry Here are the instructions for hooking up an Alpine cd changer using the 2 PIE adaptors for 91-93 models that have the 2 piece radio. Its the same for 124, 126, 140 and whatever else uses that radio setup. http://www.okiebenz.com/pics/cdchangerhookup/ -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.472 / Virus Database: 269.8.15/848 - Release Date: 6/13/2007 12:50 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 ___ 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] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage
On 8/21/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's why you need to be a chicken liver like me and shy away from tasks such as thermostat RRs. Perhaps there is virtue in my fear. Or is it that caution is the better part of valor. Heck, now I'm just making stuff up. You're not alone, Brian. For example, when I was first learning how to do my own repairs, I shied away from brake jobs for a long time (despite knowing that they were only a little more difficult than an oil change) for fear of screwing up something so critical to safe driving. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ 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] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage
Well, if I recall, your car did need work and you tried to fix it but ran into a problem. Don't feel bad - most of us have been there and done that. Just figure out what is was that went wrong so that you don't repeat the scenario next time. Put the cost down as educational expense. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Redghost Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 12:30 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage Now quit that! Gump will be coming out of the shop this week. I swear I thought I could do the fix, though it was not a real needed repair. How was I to know I would booger it all up? clay On 21 Aug 2007, at 14:06, R A Bennell wrote: Ah So! Remember first rule of car repair! Do not fix things that are not broken! Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 2:53 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage Very good insight. Of course maybe I just like your input because it makes me feel happier than the news that I might need valve seals or worse in an engine that supposedly ony has about 115k mi. on it. :) Brian On 8/21/07, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I admit that I have not read all of the posts on this thread, so bear with me if someone else has already suggested this. Since you talk about backing out of the garage and up the hill, is it not possible that it is just because you are putting the vehicle under load when it is not yet warmed up? More smoke and a bit of oil might just be an issue while it is cold. I had a situation with my old 68 Chevy pickup a few years back. I was trying to back a travel trailer up an incline in a spot with little room to manouver and as such could get no run at it at all. By the time I got the trailer up the hill the truck was blowing blue smoke real bad. I assumed that I had damaged the motor by forcing it to move the trailer up the hill at low speed. However, that was in 1991. I still have the truck and it is not using oil. It did not seem to suffer any long term issue. It just did it the one time when I put a real load on it. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 1:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage It's not using much oil at all. I have a leak at the oil filter lines that attach to the block. And with this, the level goes down maybe a pint every, well, so often. I don't put many miles on the thing - I try not to drive very much. Am fortunate enough to be able to bicycle much more than I drive. Another note: I recently added oil. The level was just above the add mark, and this with the engine completely cold and not run for a day or so. So I assumed that if it were to be run and cooled and the level checked, the level would be a bit lower. So I intended to add a pint, which I thought would bring the level up to half way between the add and full marks - where it should be, right? But I accidentally added 2/3 of a quart. So perhaps its being a bit fuller than it likes contributes to the described smoking condition? Brian 83 240D On 8/21/07, Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The joker in me says your car is always burning oil thats what OM616 means. Is the car actually burning oil, like is the oil level going down? I for one wouldn't worry about it until you're going through oil like the Exxon Valdez... -Curt Date: Mon, 20 Aug 2007 21:21:39 -0700 From: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Had a thought this evening as I backed out my driveway in the 240D. It's a fairly steep but short driveway. I notice that there is an unpleasant amount of smoke when I do this. I thought maybe it's just that I notice it since I'm backing into the exhaust. But tonight I smelled burning oil. Was wondering if somehow the angle of the car coupled with the inertia of moving backward could cause the engine to burn some oil? I don't know how this would specifically work, it's just a bit of general detective work. Brian 83 240D - Ready for the edge of your seat? Check out tonight's top picks on Yahoo! TV. ___ 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
[MBZ] O/T Router
I need to start using a laptop. Time for me to learn about this newfangled WiFire stuff. Could someone aim me at a good Router for my home use (P/C(s) to laptop}. I use WINDOZ and Broadband. -- 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
Re: [MBZ] O/T Router
Any of the major brands work well the feedbacl you'll get will be based on users opinion of the setup menu. I'm assuming you will be connecting to the internet? Then don't bother with anyone's 2X or Speedboost technology - get a straight wireless G router (they all make them). The reason is that even wireless G is faster than an internet connection. Tom www.kegkits.com Original Message From: Peter T. Arnold [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 08/22/07 01:36 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] O/T Router -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= I need to start using a laptop. Time for me to learn about this newfangled WiFire stuff. Could someone aim me at a good Router for my home use (P/C(s) to laptop}. I use WINDOZ and Broadband. -- 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 ___ 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] A/C Question
I changed one on my 300SD and it was relatively easy, on the 420SEL there was an extra brace and it took half the day. If I had to do it again I would remove the dash pad first. Also to vacuum out the system I have used a vacuum line from the engine. That is start engine connect AC gauge to intake manifold through vacuum line and let engine run (assuming gas engine). However I now have a cheap vacuum pump powered from air compressor that I got from harbor freight for under $20. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 11:49 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] A/C Question Depends on which car. The expansion valve on the 124 is between the firewall behind and inboard of the brake booster. On the 126 I expect it's still behind and above the brake pedal (and an absolute BEAST to work on). For the 126 lie on your back with your head next to the gas pedal. Look up. You can see it. Just. I have no idea how one would actually get a wrench on it, much less two of them to crack the fittings loose. BEAST is an understatement. -- 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 ___ 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] O/T Router
You want wireless or wired? It doesn't really matter I guess, I use LinkSys stuff which seems to be fine, Belkin makes stuff (I have read where they are a bit easier to set up, but the LinkSys is not hard), and some other kinds. They also come in various speeds (designated by letters, N is now the fastest, G was before) but that is more for inside your home network as your speed will be limited by your net cnxn. You will probably need a DSL or cable modem too, into which the router plugs. The slower routers are cheap, I have seen some new for $25, modems about that too. The faster routers are up to $100. You might just check around to see if you can find someone's used one if they have upgraded to a faster one. --R Peter T. Arnold wrote: I need to start using a laptop. Time for me to learn about this newfangled WiFire stuff. Could someone aim me at a good Router for my home use (P/C(s) to laptop}. I use WINDOZ and Broadband. -- 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 ___ 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] A/C Question
Engine vacuum only pulls down to like half atmospheric (13-14 maybe), not really enough to do any good in an AC system. --R Trampas wrote: I changed one on my 300SD and it was relatively easy, on the 420SEL there was an extra brace and it took half the day. If I had to do it again I would remove the dash pad first. Also to vacuum out the system I have used a vacuum line from the engine. That is start engine connect AC gauge to intake manifold through vacuum line and let engine run (assuming gas engine). However I now have a cheap vacuum pump powered from air compressor that I got from harbor freight for under $20. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 11:49 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] A/C Question Depends on which car. The expansion valve on the 124 is between the firewall behind and inboard of the brake booster. On the 126 I expect it's still behind and above the brake pedal (and an absolute BEAST to work on). For the 126 lie on your back with your head next to the gas pedal. Look up. You can see it. Just. I have no idea how one would actually get a wrench on it, much less two of them to crack the fittings loose. BEAST is an understatement. -- 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 ___ 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] A/C Question
A proper running car will pull to about 19 at idle which on the hot days of summer around here it is pretty good. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:19 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] A/C Question Engine vacuum only pulls down to like half atmospheric (13-14 maybe), not really enough to do any good in an AC system. --R Trampas wrote: I changed one on my 300SD and it was relatively easy, on the 420SEL there was an extra brace and it took half the day. If I had to do it again I would remove the dash pad first. Also to vacuum out the system I have used a vacuum line from the engine. That is start engine connect AC gauge to intake manifold through vacuum line and let engine run (assuming gas engine). However I now have a cheap vacuum pump powered from air compressor that I got from harbor freight for under $20. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 11:49 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] A/C Question Depends on which car. The expansion valve on the 124 is between the firewall behind and inboard of the brake booster. On the 126 I expect it's still behind and above the brake pedal (and an absolute BEAST to work on). For the 126 lie on your back with your head next to the gas pedal. Look up. You can see it. Just. I have no idea how one would actually get a wrench on it, much less two of them to crack the fittings loose. BEAST is an understatement. -- 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 ___ 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] WAS O/T Router NOW OT Sprinter Plug-in Hybrid delivery vans
Jenny Mandel, *Greenwire* reporter In a test designed to provide feedback on its advanced lithium ion technology, battery manufacturer Johnson Controls-Saft will convert a fleet of Dodge Sprinter delivery vans into plug-in hybrids, the company announced yesterday. The vans, made by Chrysler LLC, will be outfitted as plug-in hybrids that operate primarily on an electric motor and recharge through an outlet. The delivery vans are slated to be deployed at multiple locations and to be monitered to provide feedback on how the batteries perform under various operating conditions. The vehicles will use lithium-ion batteries that provide more power than batteries that propel currently available hybrid vehicles, and that are 47 percent lighter than the nickel-metal hydride batteries they replace, officials said. Advanced battery technology is the single most important enabler in making all types of electric vehicles practical, said Mary Ann Wright, who heads the joint venture between French energy storage company Saft *(Euronext: Saft)* and auto battery company Johnson Controls *(NYSE: JCI)*. She noted that pluggable hybrids, conventional hybrids, electric vehicles and fuel-cell cars all stand to benefit from advances in lithium battery technology. Fleet vehicles are often used for early deployments of new vehicle technologies because they allow for more controlled use. In a program run by Internet search company Google's *(NASDAQ: GOOG)*foundation arm, vehicle use data is being collected on a small fleet of Toyota Prius cars with an after-market modification to run as plug-in vehicles using the battery technology of A123 Systems, a rival of Watertown, Mass.-based Johnson Controls-Saft. Lithium ion batteries provide more power than the nickel-metal hydride technology that is commonly used in conventional vehicles, but they are prone to overheating and can spontaneously catch fire, a problem that triggered a massive recall of laptop computer batteries in 2006 (*Greenwirehttp://www.eenews.net/Greenwire/2007/08/10/archive/10 *, Aug. 10). Several automakers are pursuing improved lithium ion batteries to overcome the problem, though the *Wall Street Journal* recently reported that Toyota officials had indicated a delay in the introduction of lithium-based pluggable cars linked to the overheating issue (*Greenwire*http://www.eenews.net/Greenwire/2007/08/09/archive/7, Aug. 9). On 8/22/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You want wireless or wired? It doesn't really matter I guess, I use LinkSys stuff which seems to be fine, Belkin makes stuff (I have read where they are a bit easier to set up, but the LinkSys is not hard), and some other kinds. They also come in various speeds (designated by letters, N is now the fastest, G was before) but that is more for inside your home network as your speed will be limited by your net cnxn. You will probably need a DSL or cable modem too, into which the router plugs. The slower routers are cheap, I have seen some new for $25, modems about that too. The faster routers are up to $100. You might just check around to see if you can find someone's used one if they have upgraded to a faster one. --R Peter T. Arnold wrote: I need to start using a laptop. Time for me to learn about this newfangled WiFire stuff. Could someone aim me at a good Router for my home use (P/C(s) to laptop}. I use WINDOZ and Broadband. -- 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 ___ 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] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage
Just to ad another bit of info: I happened to back my car into a little spot to take the dogs to the beach last evening. As I did so, I got the same smoke and burning oil smell. This is really the only time the care smokes noticeably and definitely the only time it smells this way (to my knowledge). Brian 83 240D ___ 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] A/C Question
Only problem with that is you need closer to 30 to get any moisture out of the system. ---Robert Trampas wrote: A proper running car will pull to about 19 at idle which on the hot days of summer around here it is pretty good. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:19 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] A/C Question Engine vacuum only pulls down to like half atmospheric (13-14 maybe), not really enough to do any good in an AC system. --R Trampas wrote: I changed one on my 300SD and it was relatively easy, on the 420SEL there was an extra brace and it took half the day. If I had to do it again I would remove the dash pad first. Also to vacuum out the system I have used a vacuum line from the engine. That is start engine connect AC gauge to intake manifold through vacuum line and let engine run (assuming gas engine). However I now have a cheap vacuum pump powered from air compressor that I got from harbor freight for under $20. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 11:49 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] A/C Question Depends on which car. The expansion valve on the 124 is between the firewall behind and inboard of the brake booster. On the 126 I expect it's still behind and above the brake pedal (and an absolute BEAST to work on). For the 126 lie on your back with your head next to the gas pedal. Look up. You can see it. Just. I have no idea how one would actually get a wrench on it, much less two of them to crack the fittings loose. BEAST is an understatement. -- 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] Belching moose add to global warming
We're doomed!!! Take action now! Or maybe just the Norwegians. Wait, isn't it cold in Norway like most of the year? Maybe they need more meese farting. --R (OK I know I should have waited for Friday, but by then this article would have been stale, and maybe caused irreparable harm by then) http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=070822191234.dt1zpz8zshow_article=1catnum=0 ___ 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] Belching moose add to global warming
I think I shall apply for a government grant to study the issue to see if Canadian Moose emit similar quantities of gas to those in Norway and perhaps a means of collecting gas for the heating of homes. I shall want to hire a few low paid workers to roam through the bush looking for Moose of course as I won't wish to leave my cushy office. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 4:07 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Belching moose add to global warming We're doomed!!! Take action now! Or maybe just the Norwegians. Wait, isn't it cold in Norway like most of the year? Maybe they need more meese farting. --R (OK I know I should have waited for Friday, but by then this article would have been stale, and maybe caused irreparable harm by then) http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=070822191234.dt1zpz8zshow_article=1catnum=0 ___ 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] O/T Router
Apple Airport Extreme. Yeah, yeah, I know - it's an Apple product. However, it's set up to work with either Mac or Windoze platforms, and does it quite well. Probably one of the nicest features it has is the capability for a shared printer and network attached storage, or NAS. That's any external USB hard drive you can plug in to the router and all your users have access to it. That means you can stick common files, like music, pictures, docs, etc. on the NAS and anyone who has rights to the access point can get to them. Nice. MacDan --- Peter T. Arnold [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I need to start using a laptop. Time for me to learn about this newfangled WiFire stuff. Could someone aim me at a good Router for my home use (P/C(s) to laptop}. I use WINDOZ and Broadband. Need a vacation? Get great deals to amazing places on Yahoo! Travel. http://travel.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] Belching moose add to global warming
... a moose once bit my sister Dan (who also enjoys llamas) --- R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think I shall apply for a government grant to study the issue to see if Canadian Moose emit similar quantities of gas to those in Norway and perhaps a means of collecting gas for the heating of homes. I shall want to hire a few low paid workers to roam through the bush looking for Moose of course as I won't wish to leave my cushy office. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 4:07 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Belching moose add to global warming We're doomed!!! Take action now! Or maybe just the Norwegians. Wait, isn't it cold in Norway like most of the year? Maybe they need more meese farting. --R (OK I know I should have waited for Friday, but by then this article would have been stale, and maybe caused irreparable harm by then) http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=070822191234.dt1zpz8zshow_article=1catnum=0 ___ 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 Shape Yahoo! in your own image. Join our Network Research Panel today! 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] Belching moose add to global warming
There is also a study on greenhouse gasses and termites. CM Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: We're doomed!!! Take action now! Or maybe just the Norwegians. Wait, isn't it cold in Norway like most of the year? Maybe they need more meese farting. --R (OK I know I should have waited for Friday, but by then this article would have been stale, and maybe caused irreparable harm by then) http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=070822191234.dt1zpz8zshow_article=1catnum=0 ___ 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 Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri Anke (Yanke von der Burg Austerlitz), German Shepherd Sammy (Zane von der Burg Austerlitz), German Shepherd -- -1985 300SD, 226K miles, Wulf -1982 300Dt, 118K miles, little blue klatter box - Shape Yahoo! in your own image. Join our Network Research Panel today! ___ 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] Belching moose add to global warming
How about a MOG load of moose using the methane to power the MOG. MB content. Dwight Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co Dwight E. Giles, Jr. Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 5:25 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Belching moose add to global warming I think I shall apply for a government grant to study the issue to see if Canadian Moose emit similar quantities of gas to those in Norway and perhaps a means of collecting gas for the heating of homes. I shall want to hire a few low paid workers to roam through the bush looking for Moose of course as I won't wish to leave my cushy office. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 4:07 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Belching moose add to global warming We're doomed!!! Take action now! Or maybe just the Norwegians. Wait, isn't it cold in Norway like most of the year? Maybe they need more meese farting. --R (OK I know I should have waited for Friday, but by then this article would have been stale, and maybe caused irreparable harm by then) http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=070822191234.dt1zpz8zshow_article=1 catnum=0 ___ 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] 350 sdl -w 126
Actually I do have the Klann tool. I also have the CD with the details and some photographs. I only wanted the photographs in case I missed something. Photographs might be helpful. Does anyone know how to check the steering knuckle for conformity? The manual simply states if in doubt throw it out. Constantine ___ 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] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage
It was a more cosmetic than actual needed repair. The manual shift was sloppy, the bushings at the trans were dead, so I put new ones in. Screwed up the engagement of gears and seem to have locked it. To prevent repeats, I will now take car and idiot self to BiL who earns a living mechanically, and we will have oversight as I screw things up. He will then step forward to apply corrective whacks with snap on tools upside my head so that I cease further work. Then we will figure out how to unfornicate the mess I made so as not to require expensive visits to AAA shop On 22 Aug 2007, at 10:41, R A Bennell wrote: Well, if I recall, your car did need work and you tried to fix it but ran into a problem. Don't feel bad - most of us have been there and done that. Just figure out what is was that went wrong so that you don't repeat the scenario next time. Put the cost down as educational expense. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Redghost Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 12:30 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage Now quit that! Gump will be coming out of the shop this week. I swear I thought I could do the fix, though it was not a real needed repair. How was I to know I would booger it all up? clay On 21 Aug 2007, at 14:06, R A Bennell wrote: Ah So! Remember first rule of car repair! Do not fix things that are not broken! Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 2:53 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage Very good insight. Of course maybe I just like your input because it makes me feel happier than the news that I might need valve seals or worse in an engine that supposedly ony has about 115k mi. on it. :) Brian On 8/21/07, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I admit that I have not read all of the posts on this thread, so bear with me if someone else has already suggested this. Since you talk about backing out of the garage and up the hill, is it not possible that it is just because you are putting the vehicle under load when it is not yet warmed up? More smoke and a bit of oil might just be an issue while it is cold. I had a situation with my old 68 Chevy pickup a few years back. I was trying to back a travel trailer up an incline in a spot with little room to manouver and as such could get no run at it at all. By the time I got the trailer up the hill the truck was blowing blue smoke real bad. I assumed that I had damaged the motor by forcing it to move the trailer up the hill at low speed. However, that was in 1991. I still have the truck and it is not using oil. It did not seem to suffer any long term issue. It just did it the one time when I put a real load on it. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 1:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage It's not using much oil at all. I have a leak at the oil filter lines that attach to the block. And with this, the level goes down maybe a pint every, well, so often. I don't put many miles on the thing - I try not to drive very much. Am fortunate enough to be able to bicycle much more than I drive. Another note: I recently added oil. The level was just above the add mark, and this with the engine completely cold and not run for a day or so. So I assumed that if it were to be run and cooled and the level checked, the level would be a bit lower. So I intended to add a pint, which I thought would bring the level up to half way between the add and full marks - where it should be, right? But I accidentally added 2/3 of a quart. So perhaps its being a bit fuller than it likes contributes to the described smoking condition? Brian 83 240D On 8/21/07, Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The joker in me says your car is always burning oil thats what OM616 means. Is the car actually burning oil, like is the oil level going down? I for one wouldn't worry about it until you're going through oil like the Exxon Valdez... -Curt Date: Mon, 20 Aug 2007 21:21:39 -0700 From: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Had a thought this evening as I backed out my driveway in the 240D. It's a fairly steep but short driveway. I notice that there is an unpleasant amount of smoke when I do this. I thought maybe it's just that I notice it since I'm backing into the exhaust. But tonight I smelled burning oil. Was wondering if somehow the angle of the car coupled with the
Re: [MBZ] O/T Router
I have a great little hardware firewall up on eBay. Used for small business applications and retails for $500. I am sure you can bid less than that. Should provide a bit more security than M$ has in mind for you. http://tinyurl.com/2vy43d On 22 Aug 2007, at 11:45, Tom Hargrave wrote: Any of the major brands work well the feedbacl you'll get will be based on users opinion of the setup menu. I'm assuming you will be connecting to the internet? Then don't bother with anyone's 2X or Speedboost technology - get a straight wireless G router (they all make them). The reason is that even wireless G is faster than an internet connection. Tom www.kegkits.com Original Message From: Peter T. Arnold [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 08/22/07 01:36 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] O/T Router -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= I need to start using a laptop. Time for me to learn about this newfangled WiFire stuff. Could someone aim me at a good Router for my home use (P/C(s) to laptop}. I use WINDOZ and Broadband. -- Regards, Peter T. Arnold -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz ___ 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] why cant they just go back to using Daimler-Benz?
http://www.reuters.com/article/marketsNews/idUKL2289133020070822?rpc=44 -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, 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] O/T Router
The N speed is not yet a standard and will not become one for at least a year. One could get a router that is N speed, but should also purchase the same brand N cards for use in laptop. Keeps things flowing well since the compatibility in by no mean guaranteed else wise On 22 Aug 2007, at 12:17, Rich Thomas wrote: You want wireless or wired? It doesn't really matter I guess, I use LinkSys stuff which seems to be fine, Belkin makes stuff (I have read where they are a bit easier to set up, but the LinkSys is not hard), and some other kinds. They also come in various speeds (designated by letters, N is now the fastest, G was before) but that is more for inside your home network as your speed will be limited by your net cnxn. You will probably need a DSL or cable modem too, into which the router plugs. The slower routers are cheap, I have seen some new for $25, modems about that too. The faster routers are up to $100. You might just check around to see if you can find someone's used one if they have upgraded to a faster one. --R Peter T. Arnold wrote: I need to start using a laptop. Time for me to learn about this newfangled WiFire stuff. Could someone aim me at a good Router for my home use (P/C(s) to laptop}. I use WINDOZ and Broadband. -- 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 ___ 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 -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz ___ 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] wacho the insane needs this for his 240D
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-MARINE-DIESEL-ENIGINE-BOAT-MOTOR-MEGATECH-MERCEDES_W0QQitemZ260152330830QQihZ016QQcategoryZ50441QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, 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] 350 sdl -w 126
No, photos are not really helpful, it is a matter of just doing it. Making sure everything is nicely aligned before compression and stopping if things don't appear right. The only photos that would be helpful are ones that show things when they are not right, so you know when you have gone off track. As I said, it is not a difficult job bit one where care has to be taken. I am not sure what you mean by steering knuckle, could you be a bit more specific? Constantine N. Polites wrote: Actually I do have the Klann tool. I also have the CD with the details and some photographs. I only wanted the photographs in case I missed something. Photographs might be helpful. Does anyone know how to check the steering knuckle for conformity? The manual simply states if in doubt throw it out. Constantine ___ 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] why cant they just go back to using Daimler-Benz?
If you had read the entire article you would have seen that the stakeholder will meet on Oct 4th to decide a name. Perhaps you could buy some stock and head on down to voice your opinion. I think part of the reason for the Daimler only name is that they don't want to admit that they made a big stuff up and just using Daimler is a way of saying that this is all part of natural progression, whereas going back to DB would be an admission that DC was a mistake. Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://www.reuters.com/article/marketsNews/idUKL2289133020070822?rpc=44 ___ 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] wacho the insane needs this for his 240D
It would then be a 1200D --R Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-MARINE-DIESEL-ENIGINE-BOAT-MOTOR-MEGATECH-MERCEDES_W0QQitemZ260152330830QQihZ016QQcategoryZ50441QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem ___ 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] 350 sdl -w 126
When you take that thing out go put it somewhere behind the barn in a deep hole unless you decompress it. --R Hendrik wrote: No, photos are not really helpful, it is a matter of just doing it. Making sure everything is nicely aligned before compression and stopping if things don't appear right. The only photos that would be helpful are ones that show things when they are not right, so you know when you have gone off track. As I said, it is not a difficult job bit one where care has to be taken. I am not sure what you mean by steering knuckle, could you be a bit more specific? Constantine N. Polites wrote: Actually I do have the Klann tool. I also have the CD with the details and some photographs. I only wanted the photographs in case I missed something. Photographs might be helpful. Does anyone know how to check the steering knuckle for conformity? The manual simply states if in doubt throw it out. Constantine ___ 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] Experts Tie Pigeon Poop, Bridge Collapse
http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D8R69M2O0show_article=1catnum=0 I would suggest everyone immediately go out to their cars and check the steering components and control arms to make sure there are no pigeons roosting on them and leaving guano deposits that could cause premature failure of suspension elements through accelerated corrosion leading to loss of control and crashes. Seriously, according to experts. You might want to tie a cat to your front bumper overnight, starting early evening, to ward the pigeons away. Word up. --R ___ 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] Experts Tie Pigeon Poop, Bridge Collapse
As long as they don't poop on my handguns Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 7:26 PM To: mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Experts Tie Pigeon Poop, Bridge Collapse http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D8R69M2O0show_article=1catnum=0 I would suggest everyone immediately go out to their cars and check the steering components and control arms to make sure there are no pigeons roosting on them and leaving guano deposits that could cause premature failure of suspension elements through accelerated corrosion leading to loss of control and crashes. Seriously, according to experts. You might want to tie a cat to your front bumper overnight, starting early evening, to ward the pigeons away. Word up. --R ___ 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] CHM-S600
My Alpine Changer is up and running perfectly. I was wondering if you have an Owners Manual for the CHM-S600? Alpine does not have it on their site. Why would you need one? It's plug and play. I installed that model in my '95 C280 12 years ago. RLE ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour ___ 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] Belching moose add to global warming
where did he bite her? In the arm, or was it in New York? I forgot, but I seem to remember that the moose claimed she bit him. Harry On 8/22/07, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ... a moose once bit my sister Dan (who also enjoys llamas) --- R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think I shall apply for a government grant to study the issue to see if Canadian Moose emit similar quantities of gas to those in Norway and perhaps a means of collecting gas for the heating of homes. I shall want to hire a few low paid workers to roam through the bush looking for Moose of course as I won't wish to leave my cushy office. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 4:07 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Belching moose add to global warming We're doomed!!! Take action now! Or maybe just the Norwegians. Wait, isn't it cold in Norway like most of the year? Maybe they need more meese farting. --R (OK I know I should have waited for Friday, but by then this article would have been stale, and maybe caused irreparable harm by then) http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=070822191234.dt1zpz8zshow_article=1catnum=0 ___ 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 Shape Yahoo! in your own image. Join our Network Research Panel today! 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 ___ 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] 350 sdl -w 126
? Not necessary with a proper compression tool, however even if only removing one spring it is still a good idea to let the tension off it. To be sure. Rich Thomas wrote: When you take that thing out go put it somewhere behind the barn in a deep hole unless you decompress it. --R ___ 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] 350 sdl -w 126 Steering knuckle
In the EPC you will find the Steering Knuckle in group 33, front axle. It is item 5. The MB part number is A 116 330 4120. Constantine ___ 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 Gorilla lug wrench
This is a REAL wrench. Torque wrench, that is. I'll elaborate later. Dan --- Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just received two of what they call Gorilla Power Wrench for $35.81 delivered. They come with two sockets, each with two sizes; 17, 19 (3/4), 21 (13/16), and 23 MM (7/8). Appears to be pretty stout. It telescopes from about 13 to 18 and comes with a snap bag for storage. I tried it out and like it. I got mine through Amazon. com, $12.91 each plus shipping. No benefit for me, just passing on something I think will help my wife with a tire change, and she can do it. Harry ___ Moody friends. Drama queens. Your life? Nope! - their life, your story. Play Sims Stories at Yahoo! Games. http://sims.yahoo.com/ -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Wrenches in San Simeon.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 87096 bytes Desc: 4147941065-Wrenches in San Simeon.jpg Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070822/1e8b0cd2/attachment.jpg ___ 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] 350 sdl -w 126
Decompressing a loose spring - and having to recompress it while detached, may be more dangerous than just leaving it alone. -Dave Walton On 8/22/07, Hendrik [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ? Not necessary with a proper compression tool, however even if only removing one spring it is still a good idea to let the tension off it. To be sure. Rich Thomas wrote: When you take that thing out go put it somewhere behind the barn in a deep hole unless you decompress it. --R ___ 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 Gorilla lug wrench
Take note - there was an attachment at the bottom of the previous post. Looks like the link was lost in the clutter. Dan --- LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This is a REAL wrench. Torque wrench, that is. I'll elaborate later. Dan --- Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just received two of what they call Gorilla Power Wrench for $35.81 delivered. They come with two sockets, each with two sizes; 17, 19 (3/4), 21 (13/16), and 23 MM (7/8). Appears to be pretty stout. It telescopes from about 13 to 18 and comes with a snap bag for storage. I tried it out and like it. I got mine through Amazon. com, $12.91 each plus shipping. No benefit for me, just passing on something I think will help my wife with a tire change, and she can do it. Harry ___ Moody friends. Drama queens. Your life? Nope! - their life, your story. Play Sims Stories at Yahoo! Games. http://sims.yahoo.com/ -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Wrenches in San Simeon.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 87096 bytes Desc: 4147941065-Wrenches in San Simeon.jpg Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070822/1e8b0cd2/attachment.jpg ___ 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] OT Gorilla lug wrench
LWB250 wrote: This is a REAL wrench. Torque wrench, that is. I'll elaborate later. Name: Wrenches in San Simeon.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 87096 bytes Desc: 4147941065-Wrenches in San Simeon.jpg Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070822/1e8b0cd2/attachment.jpg Woah. Is that really necessary? ;) 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
[MBZ] 380SL ignition followup
Thanks to all who contributed ideas. Using info provided by Robert Bingham, I was able to verify the coil and distributor pickup were ok. Based on that info, I bit the bullet and ordered the ignition control module from Rusty. He has 3 to choose from, the most expensive being the Bosch OEM unit. I chose the least expensive, which looks dissimilar from the OEM unit. It does mount in the original position using the original screws. After 3 weeks of running, there have been no more ignition problems. I think that was it. I thought so ahead of time, but I didn't want to spend $560 on an experiment. I believe Jim Cathey's method of resoldering would have fixed the old unit. The old ICU is available to anyone who likes to solder as an experiment. If you want to try a resolder of a $560 ICU, contact me offlist and I will provide the subject for your experiment. Please folks, ASK RUSTY FIRST before you order parts from anywhere else! He saved me a bunch of bucks on this one! If you don't know how to contact Rusty, read the bottom of every email on this list! And don't forget to check with Kaleb for used parts. He provides the list for us. Loren 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] OT Gorilla lug wrench
Yup a man's gotta have a big torque wrench, however he also has to have a big machine to use it on. The difference between men and boys is the size of the toys. John Robbins wrote: LWB250 wrote: This is a REAL wrench. Torque wrench, that is. I'll elaborate later. Name: Wrenches in San Simeon.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 87096 bytes Desc: 4147941065-Wrenches in San Simeon.jpg Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070822/1e8b0cd2/attachment.jpg Woah. Is that really necessary? ;) 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] instuction for hooking up Alpine cd changer 91-93 models, ATTN Larry
Ah, the main reason I will never own an Alpine. They do not support anything older than 3 years on their website. Not very helpful to the DIY person.. Luther On Wed, 22 Aug 2007 09:21:51 -0500, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Kaleb, My Alpine Changer is up and running perfectly. I was wondering if you have an Owners Manual for the CHM-S600? Alpine does not have it on their site. Mostly I'm trying to learn what kinds of files the changer will recognize and play? Any ideas? Thx - 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 . -- 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] WAS O/T Router NOW OT Sprinter Plug-in Hybrid delivery vans
On Wed, 22 Aug 2007 15:51:41 -0400 andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jenny Mandel, *Greenwire* reporter In a test designed to provide feedback on its advanced lithium ion technology, battery manufacturer Johnson Controls-Saft will convert a fleet of Dodge Sprinter delivery vans into plug-in hybrids, the company announced yesterday. On 8/22/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You want wireless or wired? It doesn't really matter I guess, I use LinkSys stuff which seems to be fine, Belkin makes stuff (I have read where they are a bit easier to set up, but the LinkSys is not hard), and some other kinds. They also come in various speeds (designated by How about starting a brand-new email rather than replying to someone else's thread? That way it's not threaded in with all the other email. 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] wacho the insane needs this for his 240D
On Wed, 22 Aug 2007 18:20:38 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-MARINE-DIESEL-ENIGINE-BOAT-MOTOR-MEGATECH-MERCEDES_W0QQitemZ260152330830QQihZ016QQcategoryZ50441QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem The title of the auction says, NEW MARINE DIESEL ENIGINE BOAT MOTOR MEGATECH MERCEDES, but in the body of the auction, it says, WITH MORE THAN 14 YEARS OF ENGINE BUILDING EXPERIENCE USING MERCEDES-BENZ ENGINES. So which is it? Also, his negative feedback as a buyer is interesting. 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] OT Gorilla lug wrench
A ha, so he's the bugger who put my wheels on last time!!! :-) Ed 300E This is a REAL wrench. Torque wrench, that is. I'll elaborate later. Name: Wrenches in San Simeon.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 87096 bytes Desc: 4147941065-Wrenches in San Simeon.jpg Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070822/1e8b0cd2/attachment.jpg Woah. Is that really necessary? ;) 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 ___ 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] wacho the insane needs this for his 240D
NOS ?? :-) Ed 300E On 23/08/07, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Wed, 22 Aug 2007 18:20:38 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-MARINE-DIESEL-ENIGINE-BOAT-MOTOR-MEGATECH-MERCEDES_W0QQitemZ260152330830QQihZ016QQcategoryZ50441QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem The title of the auction says, NEW MARINE DIESEL ENIGINE BOAT MOTOR MEGATECH MERCEDES, but in the body of the auction, it says, WITH MORE THAN 14 YEARS OF ENGINE BUILDING EXPERIENCE USING MERCEDES-BENZ ENGINES. So which is it? Also, his negative feedback as a buyer is interesting. 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 ___ 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] pulling gasser injectors??
Hi Everyone, Next thing I'd like to do on the w124 gasser with a 3.0L engine is pull the fuel injectors. Ok, the questions, the fuel lines are ridged, so unlike my other car with CIS, I guess I'll have to remove the lines first before taking out the injectors? Ok, so with a stone cold engine, can I just undo the nut on the line that connects to the injector? I know CIS is under more than 100psi, but won't a rag over it do to catch the fuel mist? Also, I notice a bracket that seems to prevent the injector from turning while the fuel line is being attached or removed. That bracket seems to be held in place with a hex bolt. So, with the fuel line removed, and the bracket removed, what to expect next?? Does the injector just push in, using an O ring like my other car with CIS? There seems to be a while or off white washer that sits just ontop of the head, and the injector goes through it. Does this remain in the head when you pull the injector? Looks like a good spot for an air leak, hee hee. So, putting it all back together, is there a procedure for bleeding the air out of the fuel lines, or just crank it and let the fuel pump purge the air? Any tips offered is much appreciated, other than telling me not to do it, because you know I am! hee hee :-) Thanks everyone. Ed 300E ___ 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
