[MBZ] carfax needed
1G2NE52F32C157114 Thanks. -- 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 ___ 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: Centerstands, was pillory!
Redghost wrote: Getting off the darn stand it another issue Engage first gear, set tach to 3000rpm, lean back. ___ 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] wanna see a tornado storm?
The camera is on top of this: http://www.city-data.com/picfilesv/picv12600.php Mr. Wind was moving the camera around. On 8/29/07, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, that works. Someone was moving the camera around, which is a little disorienting at first. T -- 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] Rear seal/yes it is tough to replace
Mobil 1 was magic on the rear main seal on my Dodge Dakota. It was leaking pretty bad too, a quart in 500 miles maybe worse. Now 5 years later its more like a quart in 3500 miles. I can live with that. 190D is up to a quart in 2500 miles. Thank goodness I was starting to worry about my track record with Mobil 1... -Curt Date: Wed, 29 Aug 2007 21:34:22 EDT From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rear seal/yes it is tough to replace To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Jim is correct, as I recall, it is like three nails sticking up into the seal that hold it from turning, The crankshaft must be lifted away from the seal to remove/install it. In my younger days, I pulled the engine on my 65 300SE, over a weekend, just to change the rear seal. I would let it drip now! It really does little harm, though outdoor cats will come in with a coat full of the dirty stuff once in a while. Now some people have had good luck trying different oils like Valvoline's hi mileage oil, which is designed to swell up seals. Even Mobil 1 is said to have some benefits for stopping seal leaks, though it will run out of crack that would stop conventional oils. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 267 K miles 98 ML 320, 151 K miles - 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
Re: [MBZ] NOW W116 Looks and Parts
Chuck, Ca ne va pas - no photo. For those few who don't know, Chuck drove the cleanest, fastest and highest mileage 300SD W116 on the planet. He was a legit triple threat on the autocross, concours, and high mileage badge-earning circuits. The car was anthracite with a palomino interior, with an original drive train at 300 K+ miles. Its transfer to other ownership was mourned in the diesel community... On 8/29/07, Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all, I'm one of the 116 cult. But, went gasser last year as many know.. If it gets thru, here is a pic of the mistress, my 300SD, while she and I were in Hawaii. Chuck  ___ 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] 1985 300CD stuck in first gear (goes in reverse)
Spot on, Jim. I removed the floor mat, pushed the pedal to the floor a couple times, started it up and drove away with smooth shifting in all gears. Not sure why it acted up, but to play it safe a new kick down switch is on the way... 300CD 214 K miles On 8/29/07, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Help! This morning, SWMBO's 1985 300CD won't progress out of first gear! She had to leave the car in the carport and take the bus! What should I do when I get home to check it out? Could it be low fluid? Stuck kickdown switch? This has happened before but i forget how it was resolved (perhaps a new switch). It moves in reverse. I'd suspect the switch first. -- 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] sinking in the mud?
He'd probably be able to sell it if not for the missing rubber bumper strip. Pretty blue color... On 8/29/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That would not be a TD, and it looks like he tried to take a little off-road excursion without airing down.. --R Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MERCEDES-300-TD_W0QQitemZ220144840734QQihZ012QQcategoryZ6783QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem ___ 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] Rear seal NOW rear axle
Speaking of rear seals, does anyone have any experience with the Chinese-manufactured NEW rear W1223 axles that Rusty is now selling? The price is quite compelling... On 8/30/07, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Uh, it was spraying very much onto the old clutch and flywheel. I just spent a half hour scrubbing the built up crud out of the bell on the removed transmission. I have not yet taken a close look at the parts that came back, since I spent the day removing M1 ATF from the trunk where it vacated the old trans while in transit home from the shop. Seem ATF is a great solvent and will strip truck bed liner and bondo. clay On 29 Aug 2007, at 21:59, Jim Cathey wrote: Is this an immediate issue? Of course not. Just messy. Unless it's so bad it's spraying onto the clutch or flywheel. -- 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] Rear seal NOW rear axle
I have sold a few hundred of them with no complaints as of yet. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2007 11:15 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rear seal NOW rear axle Speaking of rear seals, does anyone have any experience with the Chinese-manufactured NEW rear W1223 axles that Rusty is now selling? The price is quite compelling... On 8/30/07, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Uh, it was spraying very much onto the old clutch and flywheel. I just spent a half hour scrubbing the built up crud out of the bell on the removed transmission. I have not yet taken a close look at the parts that came back, since I spent the day removing M1 ATF from the trunk where it vacated the old trans while in transit home from the shop. Seem ATF is a great solvent and will strip truck bed liner and bondo. clay On 29 Aug 2007, at 21:59, Jim Cathey wrote: Is this an immediate issue? Of course not. Just messy. Unless it's so bad it's spraying onto the clutch or flywheel. -- 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] Post Falls SL
I began gluing up the driver's door skin and pocket. I peeled back the door skin at the bottom, first removing some staples, and then slid a sheet of mylar (floppy disk) coated with weatherstrip cement behind it. That should close up the small tears that are in the lower rear corner. I then washed the shattered door pocket plastic with acetone and glued a large sheet of thin sheet metal (from a tin can that was in the trash fire) to it with Shoe Goo. This metal was thin and malleable enough to conform to the curve, yet not quite so thin and weak as beer can material would have been. Clamps were used to force it to conform more-or-less to the correct shape imposed by the pocket's plastic. Several sessions will be required in order to restore this pocket to good condition, there is also a chunk out of the corner where the (missing) attachment screw should go. I then removed the door panel on the passenger side. As expected, the missing lock knob piece is not to be found. However, inside the bottom of the door was what looks like a window channel slider, and the roller from the broken door check. The spring-loaded lock coupling is bent, and the springs (typically) are broken. I should be able to come up with something from the junk box to fix this. Neither door had any of the vapor barrier left. Fools. I then removed the broken door check. That was, as is often the case, very difficult as the pin in the door frame was frozen. Much work with the BFH and prybars was required. Some more work with touch-up paint will now also be required. The check assembly itself was held in the door with only two 5mm Allen screws, unlike everything else I've seen which uses three 10mm hex bolts. Oooh, I _like_ the 107 door check! It's steel, with real coil springs and two rollers that roll over the thick shaped aluminum arm that's attached to the door frame. Eminently repairable, in other words, no wonder it's so expensive! The axle pin, a long rivet, for one of the rollers has disappeared. I should be able to replace it with a bolt or something and it'll be good as new. -- 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] Rear seal NOW rear axle
the chinese are the future of everything. 20 years from now they'll be making maybach class cars and selling them for $16,450 brand new. On 8/30/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have sold a few hundred of them with no complaints as of yet. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2007 11:15 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rear seal NOW rear axle Speaking of rear seals, does anyone have any experience with the Chinese-manufactured NEW rear W1223 axles that Rusty is now selling? The price is quite compelling... On 8/30/07, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Uh, it was spraying very much onto the old clutch and flywheel. I just spent a half hour scrubbing the built up crud out of the bell on the removed transmission. I have not yet taken a close look at the parts that came back, since I spent the day removing M1 ATF from the trunk where it vacated the old trans while in transit home from the shop. Seem ATF is a great solvent and will strip truck bed liner and bondo. clay On 29 Aug 2007, at 21:59, Jim Cathey wrote: Is this an immediate issue? Of course not. Just messy. Unless it's so bad it's spraying onto the clutch or flywheel. -- 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
Re: [MBZ] Insurance coverage
i've never done anything this stupid. worst i've ever done to myself was in my old vw rabbit. i would tune up that car every 5k miles to keep the ignition right (who needs that damn electronics!). i hear a ticking sound. i look under the hood . looks like an ignition wire is loose. with engine running, i grab hold of wire end. i learn what 15k volts feel like. my chest really starts to hurt and continues to do so for quite a while as i sit there wondering why i did that. On 8/29/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Welcome to the stupid club - Cutting off middle finger of my left hand at the first joint (on a 1965 Chevy cooling fan) joined me to the club. At least your adventure was a little less painful. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Bigham Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2007 10:05 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Insurance coverage Comprehensive also covers driver stupidity. I opened the hood, started to pour in some STP, and let the hood down (but not to where the safety latch could be hooked) to conserve heat. It was maybe 35 deg at the time. I went and got a cuppa coffee, drank it, came back, and drove off. I made it about 2 blocks before the hood came up, whacked the windshield (at least a million pieces) , bent the hood hinges (about $700 new from the Benzes) and corners and the cowl top panel below the windshield. I was sick. I had to go back and buy some bungees right before the convenience store closed to tie the hood down so I could drive on home 50 miles away. 40 mph tops, and then the bungees would start to stretch. The wounded hood would bob up and down. A day later I though maybe there was coverage and called. No problem. Cost about a grand to fix the car. Shop took too long to fix car, but otherwise OK. I found a pair of used hood hinges for $20, one of the outstanding bargains of 2007. signed, Stupid ___ 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] Stupid club WAS Insurance coverage
Gary Hurst wrote: with engine running, i grab hold of wire end. i learn what 15k volts feel like. my chest really starts to hurt and continues to do so for quite a while as i sit there wondering why i did that. I've done that twice. One time was with my lawnmower. I was in middle school and the plug clamp (not boot) kept coming loose. Tried to fix it while I was cutting... The other time was helping a friend get his truck running. It would crank and crank so did the whole air, fuel, spark thing. Decided to test for spark by unscrewing a plug and looking for a spark, and I thought that holding the metal casing of the spark plug to the engine block would suffice as grounding. Apparently not... I like diesels! ;) 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] Rear seal NOW rear axle
Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: the chinese are the future of everything. 20 years from now they'll be making maybach class cars and selling them for $16,450 brand new. But painted with lead paint. -- 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] Rear seal NOW rear axle
that is part of the problem. no corner is left uncut. i bought some very cheap chinese pens, as in $10 per 36 roller ball pens. they write really nicely. they tend to leak a little. now i'm wondering if this ink is going to kill me. On 8/30/07, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: the chinese are the future of everything. 20 years from now they'll be making maybach class cars and selling them for $16,450 brand new. But painted with lead paint. -- 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
Re: [MBZ] Stupid club WAS Insurance coverage
there really is something sweet about old diesels in this regard. one thing you can be sure about any old neglected gasser is that it will be full of ignition issues. and any marginal but functional ignition will leave you stranded once it rains on an old car. once it is lit and warm, the old diesels just keep on firing fine. my old decrepit wagon is leaking everything out of everywhere and is mostly trashed, but just keep firing perfectly. On 8/30/07, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gary Hurst wrote: with engine running, i grab hold of wire end. i learn what 15k volts feel like. my chest really starts to hurt and continues to do so for quite a while as i sit there wondering why i did that. I've done that twice. One time was with my lawnmower. I was in middle school and the plug clamp (not boot) kept coming loose. Tried to fix it while I was cutting... The other time was helping a friend get his truck running. It would crank and crank so did the whole air, fuel, spark thing. Decided to test for spark by unscrewing a plug and looking for a spark, and I thought that holding the metal casing of the spark plug to the engine block would suffice as grounding. Apparently not... I like diesels! ;) 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] Rear seal/yes it is tough to replace
Gump is fully equipped with block heater. Though born in Germany, she was delivered to Illinois so has the cold weather package. All I need to do is remember to hook her up on the cold days. Thinking about having that supercharger ala Cathey with a 1800watt blow dryer for quicker starts On 29 Aug 2007, at 22:20, Jim Cathey wrote: exhaust.. if it would quiet the racket. Should probably do the Vac diaphragm with the engine easy to attack. Any other wear items? It's just that the engines are so easy to work on in these cars when compared to later ones and/or larger engines, there aren't many 'minor' jobs where pulling the engine is necessary. And you don't have need to do a major job. I forget, do you have a block heater in there? -- 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] OT: Centerstands, was pillory!
BTDT, it is a good ride On 30 Aug 2007, at 04:21, Mitch Haley wrote: Redghost wrote: Getting off the darn stand it another issue Engage first gear, set tach to 3000rpm, lean back. ___ 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] Rear seal NOW rear axle
Rolling POS that will poison us all since they will be built out of depleted uranium, with lead paint, and hides from Chernobyl critters for seats. On 30 Aug 2007, at 08:27, Gary Hurst wrote: the chinese are the future of everything. 20 years from now they'll be making maybach class cars and selling them for $16,450 brand new. On 8/30/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have sold a few hundred of them with no complaints as of yet. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2007 11:15 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rear seal NOW rear axle Speaking of rear seals, does anyone have any experience with the Chinese-manufactured NEW rear W1223 axles that Rusty is now selling? The price is quite compelling... On 8/30/07, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Uh, it was spraying very much onto the old clutch and flywheel. I just spent a half hour scrubbing the built up crud out of the bell on the removed transmission. I have not yet taken a close look at the parts that came back, since I spent the day removing M1 ATF from the trunk where it vacated the old trans while in transit home from the shop. Seem ATF is a great solvent and will strip truck bed liner and bondo. clay On 29 Aug 2007, at 21:59, Jim Cathey wrote: Is this an immediate issue? Of course not. Just messy. Unless it's so bad it's spraying onto the clutch or flywheel. -- Jim -- 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
Re: [MBZ] OT: Centerstands, was pillory!
highly *not* recommend by many manufacturers, for a variety of mechanical and safety reasons. cheers! e Mitch Haley wrote: Redghost wrote: Getting off the darn stand it another issue Engage first gear, set tach to 3000rpm, lean back. ___ 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] Rear seal NOW rear axle
Won't matter as we won't be able to afford to buy them anyway. (How is that for pessimism?) Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Redghost Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2007 11:24 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rear seal NOW rear axle Rolling POS that will poison us all since they will be built out of depleted uranium, with lead paint, and hides from Chernobyl critters for seats. On 30 Aug 2007, at 08:27, Gary Hurst wrote: the chinese are the future of everything. 20 years from now they'll be making maybach class cars and selling them for $16,450 brand new. On 8/30/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have sold a few hundred of them with no complaints as of yet. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2007 11:15 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rear seal NOW rear axle Speaking of rear seals, does anyone have any experience with the Chinese-manufactured NEW rear W1223 axles that Rusty is now selling? The price is quite compelling... On 8/30/07, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Uh, it was spraying very much onto the old clutch and flywheel. I just spent a half hour scrubbing the built up crud out of the bell on the removed transmission. I have not yet taken a close look at the parts that came back, since I spent the day removing M1 ATF from the trunk where it vacated the old trans while in transit home from the shop. Seem ATF is a great solvent and will strip truck bed liner and bondo. clay On 29 Aug 2007, at 21:59, Jim Cathey wrote: Is this an immediate issue? Of course not. Just messy. Unless it's so bad it's spraying onto the clutch or flywheel. -- Jim -- 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 ___ 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: Centerstands, was pillory!
hey Clay! there's no actual handle on my GS, but there's an exposed portion of the frame that's conveniently perfectly located for a grab with the right hand... and you're right that standing on that foot-pad on the stand while lofting the machine up and back is key. getting it down isn't difficult either; standing on the machines left side, both hands in bars, clutch in, brake lever covered, a solid body lean and push on the bars will roll it right off, and the front brake can be (gently!) engaged if necessary to keep it from rolling away from you. for additional safety, doing this while it's still in 1st gear (as it should be when it's parked) will also ensure that if it were to somehow get away from you and you were to lose coverage of the front brake on the right grip you would still be able to stop it by just letting out the clutch lever. if concerned about the machine falling off to the far side from you, keeping the handlebars very *slightly* turned to the machines right will ensure that any tipping of the machine is *towards* you rather than away from you. (of course, having it fall over *before* it's started is highly preferable to having it go over when running and in gear,...!) i find this easy enough with my GS even when loaded for touring and even though it's the Adventure model and has a taller stand than the standard GS; doing it with the standard GS is a breeze. cheers! e Redghost wrote: Hmmm, The beemer has a foot spot and a hand spot so that all you do is flip the center stand down, engage foot position, move right hand to hand grip, left on bars and yank it onto the stand while exerting pressure with foot. Up it goes. Simple as pie. Getting off the darn stand it another issue clay ___ 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] Rear seal NOW rear axle
R A Bennell wrote: Won't matter as we won't be able to afford to buy them anyway. (How is that for pessimism?) You forgot inflation! 20 years from now $16,450 will be about $500 of todays dollars. Kaleb won't know what to do. ___ 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] Moose Day
http://www.smithsonianglobalsound.org/listen2.aspx? type=previewtrackid=9838 -- 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] Great lakes rare cars trucks
Wasn't Canfield looking for Iveco stuff? Here's two cheap diesel flatbed trucks: http://www.auto-rv.com/results.aspx?mode=quickquickval=iveco 280SE, pricy if it isn't a 6.3: http://www.auto-rv.com/browse.aspx?AdName=CLM752090 280SL, 48k mi, $22.5k, these things are worth more than 107s: http://www.auto-rv.com/results.aspx?mode=quickquickval=280sl Rampage (Plymouth Tourismo meets Ranchero) $1000, looks OK More legroom than a VW pickup, can use VW engines (might even have a VW engine, they don't say if it's 2.2 or VW) http://www.auto-rv.com/browse.aspx?AdName=CM2290289 1990 Nissan pickup (you've never seen one quite like this) http://www.auto-rv.com/browse.aspx?AdName=CM2280092 Can't sell that Bradley GT? Take the doors off and claim it's a 'convertible' (at least I don't remember the factory selling them this way): http://www.auto-rv.com/browse.aspx?AdName=BMLI2280294 Speaking of open cars, ever see an Isetta roadster? Only $18k http://www.auto-rv.com/browse.aspx?AdName=BMI2290455 '82 gas Rabbit, looks OK, $450: http://www.auto-rv.com/browse.aspx?AdName=BM2290360 V12 coupe, 29k mi, $3900. Maybe Sunil needs it? http://www.auto-rv.com/browse.aspx?AdName=14-869740 ___ 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] '85 300CD battery question
I know that I sound ignorant so sue me. :) I am trying to replace the junk battery in my '85 300CD with a brand new battery and I can't remove the old battery. Is there something else that I have to take off to get the battery out. It doesn't clear the lip of the engine compartment and it doesn't clear the air filter housing. Is there something obvious that I am missing or what? The PO took pretty lousy care of this vehicle and for all I can tell it might not even be the right battery. Thanks for the help Todd Smith '85 300CD 248k miles Confidentiality Note: The information contained in this message may be privileged and confidential. If this e-mail contains protected health information, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited,except as permitted by law. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this message and deleting it from your computer. Thank you. ___ 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] '85 300CD battery question
Smith, Todd wrote: I know that I sound ignorant so sue me. :) I am trying to replace the junk battery in my '85 300CD with a brand new battery and I can't remove the old battery. Is there something else that I have to take off to get the battery out. It doesn't clear the lip of the engine compartment and it doesn't clear the air filter housing. There is a battery clamp on the side of the tray that pushes a lip on the batter under the side of the battery tray. That being said, I've found that lifting straight up doesn't work all that well. If you rock it to one side and get one of the lips on the battery out it comes out much easier. G'luck! 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] '85 300CD battery question
Hi Todd, If the wrong sized battery was installed it can be *really, really* tough to get out. If the correct battery was installed it willl be merely *really tough*. The batteries in W123 cars all seem to be more difficult to change than is neccessary - The lip of the cowl sticks out a little too far and as you noted, the air filter assy interfers as well. It's been a while since I changed one but will removing the air filter housing help? Otherwise it's a matter of tilting and *coaxing* the battery out. Not easy for sure. 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: Smith, Todd [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2007 4:45 PM Subject: [MBZ] '85 300CD battery question I know that I sound ignorant so sue me. :) I am trying to replace the junk battery in my '85 300CD with a brand new battery and I can't remove the old battery. Is there something else that I have to take off to get the battery out. It doesn't clear the lip of the engine compartment and it doesn't clear the air filter housing. Is there something obvious that I am missing or what? The PO took pretty lousy care of this vehicle and for all I can tell it might not even be the right battery. Thanks for the help Todd Smith '85 300CD 248k miles Confidentiality Note: The information contained in this message may be privileged and confidential. If this e-mail contains protected health information, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited,except as permitted by law. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this message and deleting it from your computer. Thank you. ___ 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: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.12/979 - Release Date: 8/29/2007 8:21 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
[MBZ] now here is a rare car
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevrolet-Monte-Carlo-RARE-1982-MONTE-CARLO-FACTORY-DIESEL_W0QQitemZ130147159200QQihZ003QQcategoryZ6171QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor 918-746-1400 x305 ___ 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] Ultra low sulfur diesel and old Injector Pumps
After a very short drive my daughter was sitting at a traffic light in her GL320cdi SUV when she noticed a big white cloud of something that looked like it may have come out of her exhaust. There was no other car close by that could have produced it. The car has just had it's first major service since she bought it. She says she may have gotten a tankful of less than the ultra low sulphur fuel. She hasn't seen any more white clouds behind the SUV since then. Does anyone have an idea what could have caused such a cloud? The only thing I could think of would be a headgasket letting water into a cylinder. The dealer is 60 miles away, so driving it there could be risky if there is something seriously wrong. Thanks, Gerry - Original Message - From: Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] The lubricating qualities of the sulfur in diesel fuel are in the sulfur containing organic molecules. There is no free sulfur dissolved in diesel fuel, it's all part of some carbon containing molecule (there are many). It's removed by breaking up those molecules and precipitating out the molecular sulfur. Those sulfur containing molecules provide most of the lubricating qualities of diesel fuel, and are in fact quite good high pressure lubricants (much better than the paraffins or linear hydrocarbons, which make up 90+ % of the bulk diesel). Taking them out greatly reduces the lubricating nature of the fuel. Peter ___ 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] ignition switch
SO, I go to start the car (300SD - just passed the 250K mark), and the key won't turn. Pull it out, flip it over -- same thing. Go get a spare key -- ditto. Am I BONED? and need to get it drilled if I can't get it to turn? Thanks, Steve ** 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] ignition switch
pretty much SOL if you can't get it to turn I had a similar fate with an 85 SD after trying for over an hour and giving myself blisters trying to turn it I finally decided to try a more drastic solution I inserted the key and then took a screwdriver and pounded it in with a hammer so the screwdriver was alongside the key and in the tubler maybe 3/4 inch...I then took vicegrips around the screwdriver and twisted after a couple of trys I finally got it to turnpromptly drove to my indie left the key in the on position.killed the engine with the kill switch and unhooked the battery and had them order a new switch keyed for the car. seems like I paid 100ish as opposed to the 500ish they said it would have been. Good luck Eric Crunched 85 300CD 113K SOLD 85 380 SE 114K --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: SO, I go to start the car (300SD - just passed the 250K mark), and the key won't turn. Pull it out, flip it over -- same thing. Go get a spare key -- ditto. Am I BONED? and need to get it drilled if I can't get it to turn? Thanks, Steve ** 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 Choose the right car based on your needs. Check out Yahoo! Autos new Car Finder tool. http://autos.yahoo.com/carfinder/ ___ 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] '85 300CD battery question
Pull off the long rubber strip on the edge beneath the front w/s - that will help. This is a tough job! It took the Mercedes Roadside tech 45 minutes to change the battery in her '85 300CD. I came out ahead in that deal (battery cost $137 installed, IIRC) On 8/30/07, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Todd, If the wrong sized battery was installed it can be *really, really* tough to get out. If the correct battery was installed it willl be merely *really tough*. The batteries in W123 cars all seem to be more difficult to change than is neccessary - The lip of the cowl sticks out a little too far and as you noted, the air filter assy interfers as well. It's been a while since I changed one but will removing the air filter housing help? Otherwise it's a matter of tilting and *coaxing* the battery out. Not easy for sure. 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: Smith, Todd [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2007 4:45 PM Subject: [MBZ] '85 300CD battery question I know that I sound ignorant so sue me. :) I am trying to replace the junk battery in my '85 300CD with a brand new battery and I can't remove the old battery. Is there something else that I have to take off to get the battery out. It doesn't clear the lip of the engine compartment and it doesn't clear the air filter housing. Is there something obvious that I am missing or what? The PO took pretty lousy care of this vehicle and for all I can tell it might not even be the right battery. Thanks for the help Todd Smith '85 300CD 248k miles Confidentiality Note: The information contained in this message may be privileged and confidential. If this e-mail contains protected health information, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited,except as permitted by law. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by replying to this message and deleting it from your computer. Thank you. ___ 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: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.12/979 - Release Date: 8/29/2007 8:21 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] Ultra low sulfur diesel and old Injector Pumps
Did her AC start blowing not as cold at the same time? AC blow off valves cutting loose at stop lights on real hot days is pretty common., Wind up with an unknown cloud either billowing out from under the hood or out the back if the engine fan is kicked in . ---Robert archer wrote: After a very short drive my daughter was sitting at a traffic light in her GL320cdi SUV when she noticed a big white cloud of something that looked like it may have come out of her exhaust. There was no other car close by that could have produced it. The car has just had it's first major service since she bought it. She says she may have gotten a tankful of less than the ultra low sulphur fuel. She hasn't seen any more white clouds behind the SUV since then. Does anyone have an idea what could have caused such a cloud? The only thing I could think of would be a headgasket letting water into a cylinder. The dealer is 60 miles away, so driving it there could be risky if there is something seriously wrong. Thanks, Gerry - Original Message - From: Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] The lubricating qualities of the sulfur in diesel fuel are in the sulfur containing organic molecules. There is no free sulfur dissolved in diesel fuel, it's all part of some carbon containing molecule (there are many). It's removed by breaking up those molecules and precipitating out the molecular sulfur. Those sulfur containing molecules provide most of the lubricating qualities of diesel fuel, and are in fact quite good high pressure lubricants (much better than the paraffins or linear hydrocarbons, which make up 90+ % of the bulk diesel). Taking them out greatly reduces the lubricating nature of the fuel. Peter ___ 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] this looks like it might be a hell of a deal
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-400-Series-E420-WDBEA34E8RC044073_W0QQitemZ160152532698QQihZ006QQcategoryZ6335QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- 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] Ultra low sulfur diesel and old Injector Pumps
On 8/30/07, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: After a very short drive my daughter was sitting at a traffic light in her GL320cdi SUV when she noticed a big white cloud of something that looked like it may have come out of her exhaust. There was no other car close by that could have produced it. The car has just had it's first major service since she bought it. I don't know what kind of reputation the dealer service department where you live has, but around here I'd immediately suspect them of breaking something. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo kept far from the hamfisted clutches of dealer service ___ 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] ignition switch
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: SO, I go to start the car (300SD - just passed the 250K mark), and the key won't turn. Wiggle the steering wheel while turning the key, do whatever you have to do, pound on the wheel to make it vibrate, anything. When you get it unlocked, do not lock it again. ___ 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 new small diesel pickup from India next year
Made by Mahindra. Also SUVs. http://www.gv.usa.com/vehicle-info.php 4WD, high tech diesel, 6 speed automatic, 30mpg, a bit over $20,000 the projected price. Just ugly enough to look authentic. Dave Gilmore ,Cameron WV War represents what faith we won't be laughed or reasoned out of. ___ 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 new small diesel pickup from India next year
On 8/30/07, Kris Gilmore [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Made by Mahindra. Also SUVs. http://www.gv.usa.com/vehicle-info.php 4WD, high tech diesel, 6 speed automatic, 30mpg, a bit over $20,000 the projected price. Just ugly enough to look authentic. That should be www.gv-usa.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] Ultra low sulfur diesel and old Injector Pumps
I'll ask her. Thanks Robert. Gerry - Original Message - From: Robert Tara Ludwick [EMAIL PROTECTED] Did her AC start blowing not as cold at the same time? AC blow off valves cutting loose at stop lights on real hot days is pretty common., Wind up with an unknown cloud either billowing out from under the hood or out the back if the engine fan is kicked in . ---Robert archer wrote: After a very short drive my daughter was sitting at a traffic light in her GL320cdi SUV when she noticed a big white cloud of something that looked like it may have come out of her exhaust. There was no other car close by that could have produced it. The car has just had it's first major service since she bought it. She says she may have gotten a tankful of less than the ultra low sulphur fuel. She hasn't seen any more white clouds behind the SUV since then. Does anyone have an idea what could have caused such a cloud? The only thing I could think of would be a headgasket letting water into a cylinder. The dealer is 60 miles away, so driving it there could be risky if there is something seriously wrong. Thanks, 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] this looks like it might be a hell of a deal
Yeah, a seller named hazeenn in florida. Jump right on that. Let's see, its just now been 2 years since Katrina --R Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-400-Series-E420-WDBEA34E8RC044073_W0QQitemZ160152532698QQihZ006QQcategoryZ6335QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem ___ 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 new small diesel pickup from India next year
They have been making some decent tractors for quite some time. I read an article about some guy who imports them in bits in containers then assembles them (cuts down on volume and transpo costs), apparently sells all he can get. --R Alex Chamberlain wrote: On 8/30/07, Kris Gilmore [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Made by Mahindra. Also SUVs. http://www.gv.usa.com/vehicle-info.php 4WD, high tech diesel, 6 speed automatic, 30mpg, a bit over $20,000 the projected price. Just ugly enough to look authentic. That should be www.gv-usa.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] Type II ACC Amplifier Wisdom?
I concluded that the ACC amplifier on my 1979 300TD suddenly went bad. (but only after complete teardown and reassembly of the servo, which was my original suspect). VOM readings indicated all the inputs to the amp were OK and when I opened the amp, it was clearly bad with heat marls on several resistors and one resistor (I think) totally lose at one end (guess solder melted). But the servo, itself still runs nicely when I manually apply voltage to the appropriate pins. Question: What's the right fix? Does Jim Cathy have a trick for fixing these? Should I just buy a new $$$ one from Rusty? Does Kaleb have a stack of cheap used ones available? Any inputs would be appreciated. Scott Ritchey 1979 300TD 350k mi 1982 300SD 230k mi ___ 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] this looks like it might be a hell of a deal
What's with the screwed up VIN numbers, do you people always have to do everything different or is the VIN translated into the imperial system different? Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-400-Series-E420-WDBEA34E8RC044073_W0QQitemZ160152532698QQihZ006QQcategoryZ6335QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem ___ 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] this looks like it might be a hell of a deal
Don't you know the general rule with Mercs, if it has a letter before a number it is best to be avoided. Although I am mucho annoyed that we never got the 420 in the 124 chassis. Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-400-Series-E420-WDBEA34E8RC044073_W0QQitemZ160152532698QQihZ006QQcategoryZ6335QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem ___ 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 new small diesel pickup from India next year
Is this supposed to be spam? All I get is the star and stripes and a whole lot of other stuff but nothing about no dodgy vehicle made out of recycled bamboo. Kris Gilmore wrote: Made by Mahindra. Also SUVs. http://www.gv.usa.com/vehicle-info.php 4WD, high tech diesel, 6 speed automatic, 30mpg, a bit over $20,000 the projected price. Just ugly enough to look authentic. Dave Gilmore ,Cameron WV War represents what faith we won't be laughed or reasoned out of. ___ 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] Ultra low sulfur diesel and old Injector Pumps
- Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] I don't know what kind of reputation the dealer service department where you live has, but around here I'd immediately suspect them of breaking something. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo kept far from the hamfisted clutches of dealer service True. They just bought the car and it has a very long warrantee on it, so they don't have much choice. Their main problem is the distance from a dealer. 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] Type II ACC Amplifier Wisdom?
Question: What's the right fix? Does Jim Cathy have a trick for fixing these? I don't have any of those, nor do I ever intend to. But I would myself, barring an easy/cheap used one, start by pulling any cooked components and testing them out, replacing any that failed the test. But maybe that's just me? -- 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] ignition switch
Am I BONED? and need to get it drilled if I can't get it to turn? Eventually. But if you haven't spent at least an hour teasing it in a couple-three sessions you aren't ready to go there yet. Don't get so efficient at trying that when/if it DOES turn on you don't just turn it back off again 'cause you're in the groove. BTDT. Once you get it turned, immediately remove the ignition tumbler and use a screwdriver to start the car until you get a new one. -- 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] this looks like it might be a hell of a deal
MIGHT Rich Thomas wrote: Yeah, a seller named hazeenn in florida. Jump right on that. Let's see, its just now been 2 years since Katrina --R Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-400-Series-E420-WDBEA34E8RC044073_W0QQitemZ160152532698QQihZ006QQcategoryZ6335QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem ___ 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, 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] '85 300CD battery question
WOW, I can RR a 123 battery in less than 10 mins. I much prefer the pull out drop in of the 126. Remove the air cleaner. Have new rubber air cleaner mounts handy if yours are bad. Luther On Thu, 30 Aug 2007 18:46:37 -0500, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Pull off the long rubber strip on the edge beneath the front w/s - that will help. This is a tough job! It took the Mercedes Roadside tech 45 minutes to change the battery in her '85 300CD. I came out ahead in that deal (battery cost $137 installed, IIRC) -- 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
