Re: [MBZ] WAS Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds - now accidents in general
Smart man; and without some experiences no one needs. BillR -Original Message- From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/10/08 11:43 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds Speaking of accidents, there's nothing like sliding down the pavement behind your BMW motorcycle at 45 MPH. Fortunately, I was wearing full leathers and I rode the machine home. Oh, I still ride today and I still wear full riding gear even in the hottest months. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill R Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 8:47 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds Well, by this time I almost can't remember being without the 'reminders'. I once counted 14 sets of scars, but most have faded pretty well with time - or been replaced with others. I really have no complaints. When I came to my senses two weeks later I spent a day or so feeling sorry for myself, the got hit with the thought of those who died, and of mom. Whenever we faced some tough times I could remember her taking stock of things, then saying, Well, we'll get through this somehow. That pretty much kicked me out of focusing on what I had lost and onto what came next. I learned to walk again, finished my degree, then graduate school and my post-graduate degree ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] High mileage badges
Putting lots of miles on a sportbike is toughness... Those are WORK to ride. Sure are fun in the twisties though. -Curt Date: Sun, 10 Feb 2008 18:45:29 -0800 From: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 I thought of that after I sent the post - the fact that he was probably using it for work. I have a lot less qualms with folks driving trucks if they actually need them most of the time. So my gripe may be applied to the other millions of Americans who derive their toughness from their pickup. My favorite was the ad campaign that actually came right out and told us that if we drive their super duper big truck, we're tough. Red Wing shoe's ad that states: As tough as the guys that wear them is more tolerable. But the driving of a large vehicle requiring toughness? Heck, I think driving a small vehicle takes toughness. Brian - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: Cheap Hosting
Can anyone recommend a cheap web and email hosting provider that does not totally suck? Something in the $30/month range that a company who wants a web presence but does not actually do anything online could use? 99.9% uptime would be fine - that's 8-9 hours of downtime per year. Thanks -Dave Walton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash
Lots of drivers are very distracted these days and doing silly things. I prefer to leave them all behind. I'd still rather give my money to the armed tax collector from time to time, than the body man any day. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Which is more dangerous if some idiot who is on the cell phone and eating suddenly drops the drink and swerves while trying to catch it, sideswiping you in the process? Just another perspective. My wife had that happen to her on I75 just N. of Miami. She drove home even though she literally had no time to react and the side of her car was banged up. Would you be able to drive your motorcycle home from such an incident? Maybe you could react in time and maybe there would be a way to avoid getting hit or being bumped into another car - and maybe not. That is when the car is safer. Personally [if I could ride] I'd feel safer trailering a bike to a lonely spot... BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:15 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash I would not want to be the test subject. Talking about safety and accidents, I get a kick out the friends who state that they would never ride something as dangerous as a motorcycle. But the same friends will charge 80 MPH down the interstate in a steel box, with less than a 1/2 second reaction time between them and a car in any direction, all while eating a hamburger talking on a cell phone. And here I am on two wheels, also going 80 MPH down the interstate, paying close attention to those around me always looking for an escape route. So, which is more dangerous? Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 12:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash They were working on a vest that would inflate which I think carried a CO2 canister much like an air gun. If I remember, you were tethered to the bike with a cord, much like a seadoo, and if you left the bike and pulled out the cord, the vent would inflate. Not sure if such a thing went into production. I know a few companies were also working on air bags for frontal impacts. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The problem of protecting bikers who get thrown is interesting. One solutions would be strategically placed bags on special clothing worn by the rider that would inflate on contact with the road and stay inflated for X number of seconds until the rider quits sliding or rolling. There could also be a manual trigger the rider could pull that would inflate all the bag (enclosing the rider in an inflated cocoon) if he/she saw the upset was inevitable. Comment? Gerry From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Doubt many of those calling you a wuss have dusted the road with their backsides yet. hee hee. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yep, asphalt is very abrasive, even at slow speeds. I travel to Wisconsin about once a month and they don't have helmet laws up there. I see people riding with shorts, T-shirts and with no helmet or gloves all the time during the summer. I just can't to it any more than I can drive my Mercedes down the road without the seat belt buckled. BYW, I've been called a wuss for riding with full gear. I just smile go on. As the saying goes, there are a lot of old riders and a lot of bold riders but very few old, bold riders. Thanks, Tom Hargrave ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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
Re: [MBZ] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
On Feb 11, 2008 2:49 PM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You know the first few messages you're going to receive; change to modil 1 and change your fuses. :-) Ed 300E She isn't currently running, so new oil and fuses won't do me any good yet. But I'll keep it in mind for later on. EdB -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Rusty, You need a search tool like this, only for Mercedes body, trim and interior parts by category instead of beer stuff. http://www.kegkits.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=SRCH Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 2:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I have asked Gary a few hundred times to do that. If you look at our site now and click on more parts at better prices it posts it there. Gary seems to think that is sufficient, I don't. In the mean time, I guess we'll continue to lose valuable business. Perhaps Gary is reading this. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:32 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? It would be great if your website actually reflected the full depth of parts and equipment you offered, rather than just the WorldPac stuff. That could help remove any lingering ambiguities whatsoever...just a thought On Feb 11, 2008 11:28 AM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Subtle? Me? Nope. I have been posting on here and mbz.org for 10 years and people still ask about buying parts from someone else at a higher price. I just don't get it. I sponsor the list. I ship same day you order. I carry 99.99% of ANYTHING that is available for ANY Mercedes and still the questions. Go figure. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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] WAY OT (sorry): 2 year old neutered male Siberian Husky looking for good home
My two German Shepherds (the gestapo) have for 6 months now (since we got Nanook the Husky) delighted in beating the snot out of our dear, fluffly, friendly, loving Husky. Since we need the Shepherds as guard dogs (we live in the hood) we are looking for a home for Nanook where he will be happier. He is a very nice dog and if we did not have/need scary German Shepherds, we would not remotely consider giving him up. If you are interested, let me know. He is perfectly house trained and very loving. He needs a fenced yard or he will run away - that's how huskies are - they run and run and run. OR he would be content to be a house dog (especially in the summer - he is not a big fan of heat), but would need to be walked daily. He is a really great dog. Chris CSSML NDSMD + VRSNSMV SMQLIVB -1985 300SD, 369K km, Wulf -1992 350 Ram Wagon, 1 Ton, 58K mi, Der Abschleppwagen '75 240D, '80 300SD, '85 300Dt '84 300Dt -Anke Sammy von der Burg Austerlitz (GSDs) Nanook (Siberian Husky) - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
After all this, I don't have any carpet for the W110 chassis. Shoot. I have carpet for all other VIN's. Sorry. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:42 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? On Feb 11, 2008 2:28 PM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Subtle? Me? Nope. I have been posting on here and mbz.org for 10 years and people still ask about buying parts from someone else at a higher price. I just don't get it. I sponsor the list. I ship same day you order. I carry 99.99% of ANYTHING that is available for ANY Mercedes and still the questions. Go figure. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. What do you have in the way of W110 carpet kits? Oh and I know it's been covered before, but what do you recommend to clean MBTex? Ed -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash
Can never remove all dangers from everything. Something to be said for just living life too, right :-) Friend of mine has an old Frog eye, no belts, no side, back or front protection, and forget about rollover protection. I'd never pass up an invitation for a ride. :-) We do what we can to limit the risk and put the odds in our favour, but not at the expense of giving up living. Old cars and bikes are great, lets keep ourselves well trained, and our machines well serviced and enjoy both by putting lots of miles on them. :-) Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would not want to be the test subject. Talking about safety and accidents, I get a kick out the friends who state that they would never ride something as dangerous as a motorcycle. But the same friends will charge 80 MPH down the interstate in a steel box, with less than a 1/2 second reaction time between them and a car in any direction, all while eating a hamburger talking on a cell phone. And here I am on two wheels, also going 80 MPH down the interstate, paying close attention to those around me always looking for an escape route. So, which is more dangerous? Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 12:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash They were working on a vest that would inflate which I think carried a CO2 canister much like an air gun. If I remember, you were tethered to the bike with a cord, much like a seadoo, and if you left the bike and pulled out the cord, the vent would inflate. Not sure if such a thing went into production. I know a few companies were also working on air bags for frontal impacts. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The problem of protecting bikers who get thrown is interesting. One solutions would be strategically placed bags on special clothing worn by the rider that would inflate on contact with the road and stay inflated for X number of seconds until the rider quits sliding or rolling. There could also be a manual trigger the rider could pull that would inflate all the bag (enclosing the rider in an inflated cocoon) if he/she saw the upset was inevitable. Comment? Gerry From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Doubt many of those calling you a wuss have dusted the road with their backsides yet. hee hee. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yep, asphalt is very abrasive, even at slow speeds. I travel to Wisconsin about once a month and they don't have helmet laws up there. I see people riding with shorts, T-shirts and with no helmet or gloves all the time during the summer. I just can't to it any more than I can drive my Mercedes down the road without the seat belt buckled. BYW, I've been called a wuss for riding with full gear. I just smile go on. As the saying goes, there are a lot of old riders and a lot of bold riders but very few old, bold riders. Thanks, Tom Hargrave ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
HELLO!!! Ditch eBaygo with Rusty. Scheez. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alex Chamberlain Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:45 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? On Feb 11, 2008 11:05 AM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have the same thing for $650.00, what's the big deal? Complete leather interior? Meaning door panels and seat covers and whatever other odds and ends I'm forgetting? Really? Is that for a 123? Are 124 prices comparable? Seems too good to be true. And here I've been looking forever for a wrecked gasser 124 with a pristine leather interior in a color I like so I can swap it into mine. (I'm at work and eBay is blocked here, so I can't look at the original auction to see what we're talking about.) 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Seat covers only, door panels no one has aftermarket. If you look at his ad it is only front seat covers he is quoting $699.00 Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 3:45 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? On Feb 11, 2008 11:05 AM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have the same thing for $650.00, what's the big deal? Complete leather interior? Meaning door panels and seat covers and whatever other odds and ends I'm forgetting? Really? Is that for a 123? Are 124 prices comparable? Seems too good to be true. And here I've been looking forever for a wrecked gasser 124 with a pristine leather interior in a color I like so I can swap it into mine. (I'm at work and eBay is blocked here, so I can't look at the original auction to see what we're talking about.) 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
Hey Ed, agree completely -- We had a 78 Malibu with the 305 engine and that engine was flawless. The car went thru transmissions like they were MMs but the engine was perfect. Often I wish I'd been able to keep the engine when we donated the car to the Kidney Fdn - w/bad tranny of course. Would have loved to put that engine in a Cobra replica - But the engine started perfectly,cruised at 80 day long - though not with the chassis/suspension sweetness a MB has - and was easy to maintain. Even though it was a gas engine it didn;t need all that much. Larry T (66 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: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] I was chatting with a taxi driver a few years back when most were using Chev Caprice models. They would usually have either a 305 or a 350. I asked how many miles they typically get out of a car, and he said they tend to drive them to about 750,000 kms, with very little if any work, other than just routines service, and lots of brake and tire changes. I just love my old merc and 911's, but I don't think they've ever built a better engine than the small block chev V8. It's simple, light, gobs of torque and power, and they last forever. I still miss fiddling with my old 350, not that it every needed much of anything. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now come on. Picking on a pickup truck is like picking on apple pie etc. It is the north American vehicle of choice. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 4:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] Good for him. Wonder how many of those miles he actually needed a full sized pickup?? And how many miles were simply wasting fuel, taking up excessive space in the road, and spewing high emissions. Brian On Feb 9, 2008 9:39 AM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of high mileage, I heard a story on NPR last night about a guy driving his '91 Chevy Silverado to 1,000,000 miles - complete with a GM video crew at hand as the odo changed over. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
On Feb 11, 2008 11:05 AM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have the same thing for $650.00, what's the big deal? Complete leather interior? Meaning door panels and seat covers and whatever other odds and ends I'm forgetting? Really? Is that for a 123? Are 124 prices comparable? Seems too good to be true. And here I've been looking forever for a wrecked gasser 124 with a pristine leather interior in a color I like so I can swap it into mine. (I'm at work and eBay is blocked here, so I can't look at the original auction to see what we're talking about.) 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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
So, what does it cost for carpet for a 115? My carpet is getting a bit crispy. Randy (who needs to order some other stuff like the hose for the fuel tank vent and drive shaft flex joints and maybe a water pump since something leaks coolant up there) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rusty Cullens Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:05 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I have carpet for 198, 121, 180, 128, 113, 100, 111 coupe, 108, 109, 114, 115, 116, 107, 123, 126, 124, 129, 140, 210, 208, 230 209 chassis. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:52 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? On Feb 11, 2008 2:47 PM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: After all this, I don't have any carpet for the W110 chassis. Shoot. I have carpet for all other VIN's. Sorry. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. The W111 chassis then! Muhahahaha! Ed -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Really nice 240D
ha ha ha Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Midwestern humor: Kentucky Chrome Dan (native Hoosier) --- E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And if like me, those aren't rust bubble, they're just freckles. ;-) Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: While at the PO this AM, there was a W123 240D (The best way to describe the color is caucasian skin color) and, if one didn't know any better, one would think this MB was new or maybe a year or so old . . . very clean, shiny. Since there were so many people waiting in line at the PO, I neglected to wait for the owner as I had other errands to run. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
Then it's as good as on the road again. :-) Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: She isn't currently running, so new oil and fuses won't do me any good yet. But I'll keep it in mind for later on. She does have Mobil-1 installed already -- just FYI. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 -- Now Ed's ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot]
My son and I rented a Caprice and drove it all over the west starting in Denver, back in 1993. it was swift, nimble, and fun to drive despite being such a boat. On Feb 11, 2008 1:01 PM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was chatting with a taxi driver a few years back when most were using Chev Caprice models. They would usually have either a 305 or a 350. I asked how many miles they typically get out of a car, and he said they tend to drive them to about 750,000 kms, with very little if any work, other than just routines service, and lots of brake and tire changes. I just love my old merc and 911's, but I don't think they've ever built a better engine than the small block chev V8. It's simple, light, gobs of torque and power, and they last forever. I still miss fiddling with my old 350, not that it every needed much of anything. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now come on. Picking on a pickup truck is like picking on apple pie etc. It is the north American vehicle of choice. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 4:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] Good for him. Wonder how many of those miles he actually needed a full sized pickup?? And how many miles were simply wasting fuel, taking up excessive space in the road, and spewing high emissions. Brian On Feb 9, 2008 9:39 AM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of high mileage, I heard a story on NPR last night about a guy driving his '91 Chevy Silverado to 1,000,000 miles - complete with a GM video crew at hand as the odo changed over. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
When I first got my bike my FIL gave me a leather MA motorcycle patrolman's jacket. Sadly its about 2 too short in the arms. Apparently I'm built a bit like a gorilla. Anyway I find my Joe Rocket (Comet I think) jacket to be plenty warm with the liner in. The wind doesn't get through it. If I were planning to make long rides in the cold I'd have a touring bike (like the '96 BMW beckoning me at the shop) and a heated vest. My Joe Rocket coat has big heavy leather pads in the elbows, shoulders and low spine. Seems like good protection while still being surprisingly comfortable. They make a perforated jacket for hot summer riding I've considered, they aren't expensive. -Curt Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 09:47:57 -0600 From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Joe Rocket is good stuff - just remember to zip the two pieces together. The best winter protection is a good leather bomber jacket, leather gloves, chaps boots but you have to look hard to find a good leather jacket. The manufacturers have figured out how to make a jacket made from thin leather feel very heavy. Good denim does slide well but good denim is hard to find these days because even the major brands have gone to lighter fabric. Also, denim does not protect as well as leather. You can buy kevlar reinforced denim riding pants and jackets but they are expensive. Oh, when I went on my last slide, I had scrapes: On my helmet On the left shoulder, side arm of my bomber jacket On my left glove On the left leg of my chaps On the side of my left boot It was a November crash. If it had been summer then I would have tested my Joe Rocket gear. I threw away the helmet because they are only good for one impact and I still wear the rest. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: Cheap Hosting
I use 11, I've only had one blip in two years and that was a configuration thing. If you click the link on my website and stay with them for a quarter I get cash... www.deadsledwrenchers.net, theres a link at the bottom of the page. -Curt Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 11:57:55 -0500 From: dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] OT: Cheap Hosting To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Can anyone recommend a cheap web and email hosting provider that does not totally suck? Something in the $30/month range that a company who wants a web presence but does not actually do anything online could use? 99.9% uptime would be fine - that's 8-9 hours of downtime per year. Thanks -Dave Walton - Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
Do a rolling oil change if you want to, but. A friend of mine used the same theory in his 1973 Olds Omega. He owned the car since new and he'd always change the filter top off the oil. At about 60,000 miles, he started the engine in his driveway and it went knock, knock, knock, knock, knock and then it stopped. The engine was locked up. He pulled the dipstick it read full. I came over that weekend and we started to pull the engine. I unscrewed the drain plug nothing came out! Went back to the dip stick it read full! We went ahead pulled the engine. I pulled the pan it was full of hard sludge, with a small depression for the end of the dip stick another larger depression for the oil pump pickup. I figured the engine had been running on about one quart of oil for a long, long time. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 5:33 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges On Feb 11, 2008 2:05 PM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Perfect system, never have to change it, just top it up. After 3 top ups, the oil is all new. hee hee. There's something wrong with the logic there, but I can't quite put my finger on it. It kind of reminds me of the argument that you might as well just pour beer into the toilet and eliminate the middleman. ;) 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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
Re: [MBZ] OT Protection
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ApYPzyPnFOsfeature=related There are also several videos out of vests with built in airbags. I can just imagine, bringing your bike to a stop, hopping off and forgetting to undo the ripcord. lol. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The problem of protecting bikers who get thrown is interesting. One solutions would be strategically placed bags on special clothing worn by the rider that would inflate on contact with the road and stay inflated for X number of seconds until the rider quits sliding or rolling. There could also be a manual trigger the rider could pull that would inflate all the bag (enclosing the rider in an inflated cocoon) if he/she saw the upset was inevitable. Comment? Gerry.. -- Similar to Bibendum, the Michelin man, then? RLE --- Could be. Probably have to try many different arrangements in order to find the most effective. Gerry ** The year's hottest artists on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards. Go to AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys?NCID=aolcmp0030002565) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.19.20/1259 - Release Date: 2/4/2008 8:42 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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: yes, he does! and they buy parts. here is what we have: www.BuyASIANparts.com www.BuyEUROparts.com For Mercedes we have access to 99.99% ANYTHING that is available. For all other cars we have only what is the web sites. I'm spreading the word on the VW Vanagon list. Just referred someone to you who is looking for a rear axle assembly. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
For $659, I'm starting to get excited, especially if an interior package is available for my W126 1983 300SD. It's got MB-Tex in there right now other than the leather seats purchased from Dennis T in WA, but I would like to put it back to original Tex. And ahh, that new car smell! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300sD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner
That car appears to have the same rust issues that mine had (and still has in a few spots that I haven't fixed yet!). Mine is a 67 200D and I continue to progress along. Pictures are at: http://picasaweb.google.com/hamibob/1967MercedesBenz200D Remember the rule with rust is that there is ALWAYS more than you think! Does anyone have a STAR for my hood ornament? Mine is broke. . Bob Bob Hamilton O|||O * (780) 462-0860 7 (780) 462-0633 FAX * [EMAIL PROTECTED]BLOCKED::mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * www.amvic.orgBLOCKED::http://www.amvic.org * http://picasaweb.google.com/hamibob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Just took ownership of a 1966 Mercedes-Benz 230 .. Thanks Allen!! Hope you have fun with it -- I am glad to have it in the hands of someone who will try to put it back on the road, instead of it slowly decaying in my driveway... I had good intentions when I bought it but never found the time to really give it the sorting out it needed. I might try again sometime with another old-timer -- after the kids are grown and out of the house and I'm retired!!! Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash
Its like the guy who does a tour in Iraq and comes home to die in his sleep... I ride the bike because it scares me and reminds me I'm alive. In fact this summer I'm considering jumping out of a perfectly good airplane for pretty much the same reason. -Curt Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:47:30 -0500 From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Can never remove all dangers from everything. Something to be said for just living life too, right :-) Friend of mine has an old Frog eye, no belts, no side, back or front protection, and forget about rollover protection. I'd never pass up an invitation for a ride. :-) We do what we can to limit the risk and put the odds in our favour, but not at the expense of giving up living. Old cars and bikes are great, lets keep ourselves well trained, and our machines well serviced and enjoy both by putting lots of miles on them. :-) Ed 300E - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
I have a friend working over in the middle east. He tells me, ppl there do regular oil changes, as oil costs next to nothing, but they seldom change the filter. lol Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Do a rolling oil change if you want to, but. A friend of mine used the same theory in his 1973 Olds Omega. He owned the car since new and he'd always change the filter top off the oil. At about 60,000 miles, he started the engine in his driveway and it went knock, knock, knock, knock, knock and then it stopped. The engine was locked up. He pulled the dipstick it read full. I came over that weekend and we started to pull the engine. I unscrewed the drain plug nothing came out! Went back to the dip stick it read full! We went ahead pulled the engine. I pulled the pan it was full of hard sludge, with a small depression for the end of the dip stick another larger depression for the oil pump pickup. I figured the engine had been running on about one quart of oil for a long, long time. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 5:33 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges On Feb 11, 2008 2:05 PM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Perfect system, never have to change it, just top it up. After 3 top ups, the oil is all new. hee hee. There's something wrong with the logic there, but I can't quite put my finger on it. It kind of reminds me of the argument that you might as well just pour beer into the toilet and eliminate the middleman. ;) 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Can I call him that when I call? Every time I call and he answers the phone he immediately passes me to Tom. You've never done that... -Curt Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 15:00:05 -0500 From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original Yeah, I'll talk to Dr Fatty one more time. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
HA HA HA. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Feb 11, 2008 2:05 PM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Perfect system, never have to change it, just top it up. After 3 top ups, the oil is all new. hee hee. There's something wrong with the logic there, but I can't quite put my finger on it. It kind of reminds me of the argument that you might as well just pour beer into the toilet and eliminate the middleman. ;) 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
On Feb 11, 2008 4:43 PM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: yes, he does! and they buy parts. here is what we have: www.BuyASIANparts.com www.BuyEUROparts.com For Mercedes we have access to 99.99% ANYTHING that is available. For all other cars we have only what is the web sites. Rusty Cullens Do I need to start an indymitsu.com mail list to start a discussion on Diamante parts? Cause I'm needing weatherstripping for the front windshield for a 94. EdB -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
My old VW bug (no longer have it) used 2.5 quarts, filter did not matter because it did not have one ...But the air cleaned was oil bath, think it used about third of a quart can't quite remember .. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 3:22 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges I still own a 1977 Vette with a 350. The oil capacity is 4 quarts with a filter change. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 4:18 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges What was amazing was how little oil an oil change took with my old 350. Geez, I swear it took just enough to fill the filter, and an extra quart or two, and not much more. lol When I did my first oil change on an old air cooled 911, I was convinced, after pouring the 10th litre in, I had made a mistake and was pouring the oil in the gas tank rather than the oil tank. lol Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My 86 Suburban was like that too. At 183K miles the 350 Small block motor was fine. I changed the valve seals at about 115K miles and that helped a lot. It ran stronger and used less fuel after the new seals were installed. Apart from that, the motor only got accessory things like a starter and an alternator and a recored radiator. Nothing internal and I didn't run Mobil 1 either. I don't know much about its early life as it had over 100K miles when I got it in July 1991. It hauled that boat of a Suburban body around without complaining and didn't even do too bad on fuel by today's standards. It was the last year with a 4 BBL carb instead of the throttle body injection setup. The 700R4 transmission, on the other hand was not good. The interior was not bad either. I had the bottom part of the front bench seat repadded when the foam got too soft and I felt like I was leaning toward the door. The cloth on the seats was fine. I had the body fixed and painted once. It came from Texas and being red over tan, was a bit faded. By 2000 rust was starting on the door bottoms but the rest of the body was still pretty good. I still sort of miss it. I sold it to a fellow who planned to fix it up for the long haul. I should check to see if he still has it. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges Hey Ed, agree completely -- We had a 78 Malibu with the 305 engine and that engine was flawless. The car went thru transmissions like they were MMs but the engine was perfect. Often I wish I'd been able to keep the engine when we donated the car to the Kidney Fdn - w/bad tranny of course. Would have loved to put that engine in a Cobra replica - But the engine started perfectly,cruised at 80 day long - though not with the chassis/suspension sweetness a MB has - and was easy to maintain. Even though it was a gas engine it didn;t need all that much. Larry T (66 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: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] I was chatting with a taxi driver a few years back when most were using Chev Caprice models. They would usually have either a 305 or a 350. I asked how many miles they typically get out of a car, and he said they tend to drive them to about 750,000 kms, with very little if any work, other than just routines service, and lots of brake and tire changes. I just love my old merc and 911's, but I don't think they've ever built a better engine than the small block chev V8. It's simple, light, gobs of torque and power, and they last forever. I still miss fiddling with my old 350, not that it every needed much of anything. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now come on. Picking on a pickup truck is like picking on apple pie etc. It is the north American vehicle of choice. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 4:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] Good for him. Wonder how many of those miles he actually needed a full sized pickup?? And how many miles were simply wasting
Re: [MBZ] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
On Feb 11, 2008 4:50 PM, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What a cutie! With that red and white color scheme it's crying out for a set of fuzzy dice. ;) Alex Chamberlain Right now I think she's crying more for Rust-O-Leum primer to slow the advance of time until I can get her properly worked on. But I think I have some fuzzy dice around here somewhere. hmmm ... yes, that just might work. EdB -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: She isn't currently running, so new oil and fuses won't do me any good yet. But I'll keep it in mind for later on. She does have Mobil-1 installed already -- just FYI. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 -- Now Ed's ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Oh then there was the time I ordered 2 cans of Diesel Purge and World Pak accidentally sent 2 cases. I tried to send some back but Rusty would have none of it. I recently ordered 3 instrument cluster bulbs for a VW, and they sent 30. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
On Feb 11, 2008 1:47 PM, Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://picasaweb.google.com/allanstreib/230?authkey=4lZg0g2eE50 What a cutie! With that red and white color scheme it's crying out for a set of fuzzy dice. ;) 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] Really nice 240D
Midwestern humor: Kentucky Chrome Dan (native Hoosier) --- E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And if like me, those aren't rust bubble, they're just freckles. ;-) Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: While at the PO this AM, there was a W123 240D (The best way to describe the color is caucasian skin color) and, if one didn't know any better, one would think this MB was new or maybe a year or so old . . . very clean, shiny. Since there were so many people waiting in line at the PO, I neglected to wait for the owner as I had other errands to run. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
On Feb 11, 2008 3:15 PM, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: We need photos! Randy -- Forwarded message -- From: Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Jan 27, 2008 10:43 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] This is a pretty car To: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] Ed, I put some photos up here: http://picasaweb.google.com/allanstreib/230?authkey=4lZg0g2eE50 Allan --- Hope these tide you over until I take more. The car came from Allan, by the way, so some of you have probably already seen it before. Ed -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 you use non-fabric covered lines
Yes you can, it's just not original. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 4:20 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: [MBZ] Can you use non-fabric covered lines Chris, Good question, maybe someone can answer this. There appears to be leakage at #3 #5, but I think it best to change 'em all at the same time. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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
Re: [MBZ] Really nice 240D
And if like me, those aren't rust bubble, they're just freckles. ;-) Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: While at the PO this AM, there was a W123 240D (The best way to describe the color is caucasian skin color) and, if one didn't know any better, one would think this MB was new or maybe a year or so old . . . very clean, shiny. Since there were so many people waiting in line at the PO, I neglected to wait for the owner as I had other errands to run. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
--- Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Joe Rocket is good stuff - just remember to zip the two pieces together. The best winter protection is a good leather bomber jacket, leather gloves, chaps boots but you have to look hard to find a good leather jacket. The manufacturers have figured out how to make a jacket made from thin leather feel very heavy. Good denim does slide well but good denim is hard to find these days because even the major brands have gone to lighter fabric. Also, denim does not protect as well as leather. You can buy kevlar reinforced denim riding pants and jackets but they are expensive. Oh, when I went on my last slide, I had scrapes: On my helmet On the left shoulder, side arm of my bomber jacket On my left glove On the left leg of my chaps On the side of my left boot It was a November crash. If it had been summer then I would have tested my Joe Rocket gear. I threw away the helmet because they are only good for one impact and I still wear the rest. When I did my BRC for my endorsement, there was a young guy in the class who had a Joe Rocket mesh jacket with all the Kevlar pads. Since it was June and already 90F+ by 7:00 AM, leather was damned uncomfortable to be wearing. he let me try out his jacket, and I was really impressed. Enough that I bought one the next week and use it whenever the temperature is about 80F or so. Makes the hot Florida days a little more bearable on the bike, and still affords good protection. Denim is not ideal, as it will tear quite easily. When I ride to work I wear leather chaps, not only for protection, but to keep the road crap off my pants. All my leather is H-D motorclothes, so it's HEAVY. My main riding jacket weighs in at about 15 pounds with the liner and winter stuff snapped on it. Wear it all day and your shoulders feel sore. Dan Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
And in this case he's $50. cheaper!! (Sorry, less expensive - a subtle but important difference.) Larry T (66 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: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:18 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I love Rusty's subtle BUY FROM RUSTY responses. Remember, he does support the group and he's a great resource you should buy from him even if he's a few $$$ higher. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 2:06 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: David Bruckmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:36 PM Subject: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Anybody ever dealt with this guy on eBay? Tops-4-Less http://stores.ebay.com/TOPS-4-LESS Says he's from Van Nuys, CA. Seems like quite a good price for MB carpets and interiors, especially full leather for only $699... Just wondering if anyone has seen his stuff... there aren't any clear pics on the store site. D. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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] FW: OT: Cheap Hosting
1and1. Have used them before they started marketing heavily over here (I believe they're based in Germany) and have always been pleased. Dan --- Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dave - sent your question my son, who is getting into web design and some of this stuff: You can recommend godaddy.com or 1and1.com to the guy, they're both very straightforward and cheap. If he goes with GoDaddy, I can give him a coupon code for 10-20% off. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ed Booher Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:23 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Cheap Hosting Google. Free. Nuff Said. I highly recommend Network Solutions for buying your domain. They are more expensive, like $34.95 a year for a domain, but I have never had anything but positive things to say about them and have been dealing with them for 8 or 9 years now. Oh ... and Afraid.org - Free DNS. Again, nuff said. Ed On Feb 11, 2008 11:57 AM, dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Can anyone recommend a cheap web and email hosting provider that does not totally suck? Something in the $30/month range that a company who wants a web presence but does not actually do anything online could use? 99.9% uptime would be fine - that's 8-9 hours of downtime per year. Thanks -Dave Walton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
I still own a 1977 Vette with a 350. The oil capacity is 4 quarts with a filter change. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 4:18 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges What was amazing was how little oil an oil change took with my old 350. Geez, I swear it took just enough to fill the filter, and an extra quart or two, and not much more. lol When I did my first oil change on an old air cooled 911, I was convinced, after pouring the 10th litre in, I had made a mistake and was pouring the oil in the gas tank rather than the oil tank. lol Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My 86 Suburban was like that too. At 183K miles the 350 Small block motor was fine. I changed the valve seals at about 115K miles and that helped a lot. It ran stronger and used less fuel after the new seals were installed. Apart from that, the motor only got accessory things like a starter and an alternator and a recored radiator. Nothing internal and I didn't run Mobil 1 either. I don't know much about its early life as it had over 100K miles when I got it in July 1991. It hauled that boat of a Suburban body around without complaining and didn't even do too bad on fuel by today's standards. It was the last year with a 4 BBL carb instead of the throttle body injection setup. The 700R4 transmission, on the other hand was not good. The interior was not bad either. I had the bottom part of the front bench seat repadded when the foam got too soft and I felt like I was leaning toward the door. The cloth on the seats was fine. I had the body fixed and painted once. It came from Texas and being red over tan, was a bit faded. By 2000 rust was starting on the door bottoms but the rest of the body was still pretty good. I still sort of miss it. I sold it to a fellow who planned to fix it up for the long haul. I should check to see if he still has it. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges Hey Ed, agree completely -- We had a 78 Malibu with the 305 engine and that engine was flawless. The car went thru transmissions like they were MMs but the engine was perfect. Often I wish I'd been able to keep the engine when we donated the car to the Kidney Fdn - w/bad tranny of course. Would have loved to put that engine in a Cobra replica - But the engine started perfectly,cruised at 80 day long - though not with the chassis/suspension sweetness a MB has - and was easy to maintain. Even though it was a gas engine it didn;t need all that much. Larry T (66 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: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] I was chatting with a taxi driver a few years back when most were using Chev Caprice models. They would usually have either a 305 or a 350. I asked how many miles they typically get out of a car, and he said they tend to drive them to about 750,000 kms, with very little if any work, other than just routines service, and lots of brake and tire changes. I just love my old merc and 911's, but I don't think they've ever built a better engine than the small block chev V8. It's simple, light, gobs of torque and power, and they last forever. I still miss fiddling with my old 350, not that it every needed much of anything. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now come on. Picking on a pickup truck is like picking on apple pie etc. It is the north American vehicle of choice. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 4:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] Good for him. Wonder how many of those miles he actually needed a full sized pickup?? And how many miles were simply wasting fuel, taking up excessive space in the road, and spewing high emissions. Brian On Feb 9, 2008 9:39 AM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of high mileage, I heard a story on NPR last night about a guy driving his '91 Chevy Silverado to 1,000,000 miles - complete with a GM video crew at hand as the odo changed over. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics.
Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
What was amazing was how little oil an oil change took with my old 350. Geez, I swear it took just enough to fill the filter, and an extra quart or two, and not much more. lol When I did my first oil change on an old air cooled 911, I was convinced, after pouring the 10th litre in, I had made a mistake and was pouring the oil in the gas tank rather than the oil tank. lol Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My 86 Suburban was like that too. At 183K miles the 350 Small block motor was fine. I changed the valve seals at about 115K miles and that helped a lot. It ran stronger and used less fuel after the new seals were installed. Apart from that, the motor only got accessory things like a starter and an alternator and a recored radiator. Nothing internal and I didn't run Mobil 1 either. I don't know much about its early life as it had over 100K miles when I got it in July 1991. It hauled that boat of a Suburban body around without complaining and didn't even do too bad on fuel by today's standards. It was the last year with a 4 BBL carb instead of the throttle body injection setup. The 700R4 transmission, on the other hand was not good. The interior was not bad either. I had the bottom part of the front bench seat repadded when the foam got too soft and I felt like I was leaning toward the door. The cloth on the seats was fine. I had the body fixed and painted once. It came from Texas and being red over tan, was a bit faded. By 2000 rust was starting on the door bottoms but the rest of the body was still pretty good. I still sort of miss it. I sold it to a fellow who planned to fix it up for the long haul. I should check to see if he still has it. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges Hey Ed, agree completely -- We had a 78 Malibu with the 305 engine and that engine was flawless. The car went thru transmissions like they were MMs but the engine was perfect. Often I wish I'd been able to keep the engine when we donated the car to the Kidney Fdn - w/bad tranny of course. Would have loved to put that engine in a Cobra replica - But the engine started perfectly,cruised at 80 day long - though not with the chassis/suspension sweetness a MB has - and was easy to maintain. Even though it was a gas engine it didn;t need all that much. Larry T (66 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: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] I was chatting with a taxi driver a few years back when most were using Chev Caprice models. They would usually have either a 305 or a 350. I asked how many miles they typically get out of a car, and he said they tend to drive them to about 750,000 kms, with very little if any work, other than just routines service, and lots of brake and tire changes. I just love my old merc and 911's, but I don't think they've ever built a better engine than the small block chev V8. It's simple, light, gobs of torque and power, and they last forever. I still miss fiddling with my old 350, not that it every needed much of anything. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now come on. Picking on a pickup truck is like picking on apple pie etc. It is the north American vehicle of choice. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 4:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] Good for him. Wonder how many of those miles he actually needed a full sized pickup?? And how many miles were simply wasting fuel, taking up excessive space in the road, and spewing high emissions. Brian On Feb 9, 2008 9:39 AM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of high mileage, I heard a story on NPR last night about a guy driving his '91 Chevy Silverado to 1,000,000 miles - complete with a GM video crew at hand as the odo changed over. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe
Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
Larry, I had the very same though at the time I parted with mine, would make a perfect donor engine for a kit or project car. Our shared thoughts and interests are getting to be a little scary! lol. On the count of three, name your favorite Ferrari...1-2-3..go... hee hee Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey Ed, agree completely -- We had a 78 Malibu with the 305 engine and that engine was flawless. The car went thru transmissions like they were MMs but the engine was perfect. Often I wish I'd been able to keep the engine when we donated the car to the Kidney Fdn - w/bad tranny of course. Would have loved to put that engine in a Cobra replica - But the engine started perfectly,cruised at 80 day long - though not with the chassis/suspension sweetness a MB has - and was easy to maintain. Even though it was a gas engine it didn;t need all that much. Larry T (66 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: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] I was chatting with a taxi driver a few years back when most were using Chev Caprice models. They would usually have either a 305 or a 350. I asked how many miles they typically get out of a car, and he said they tend to drive them to about 750,000 kms, with very little if any work, other than just routines service, and lots of brake and tire changes. I just love my old merc and 911's, but I don't think they've ever built a better engine than the small block chev V8. It's simple, light, gobs of torque and power, and they last forever. I still miss fiddling with my old 350, not that it every needed much of anything. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now come on. Picking on a pickup truck is like picking on apple pie etc. It is the north American vehicle of choice. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 4:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] Good for him. Wonder how many of those miles he actually needed a full sized pickup?? And how many miles were simply wasting fuel, taking up excessive space in the road, and spewing high emissions. Brian On Feb 9, 2008 9:39 AM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of high mileage, I heard a story on NPR last night about a guy driving his '91 Chevy Silverado to 1,000,000 miles - complete with a GM video crew at hand as the odo changed over. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
So if the old small-block was so good, how come they dumped it and moved to the Vortec engine family for the trucks? Fuel economy and/or emissions concerns, or something else? (Asking because I'm looking at the Tahoe/Yukon but don't know anything about the new engines reliability- or design-wise.) 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] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
My 86 Suburban was like that too. At 183K miles the 350 Small block motor was fine. I changed the valve seals at about 115K miles and that helped a lot. It ran stronger and used less fuel after the new seals were installed. Apart from that, the motor only got accessory things like a starter and an alternator and a recored radiator. Nothing internal and I didn't run Mobil 1 either. I don't know much about its early life as it had over 100K miles when I got it in July 1991. It hauled that boat of a Suburban body around without complaining and didn't even do too bad on fuel by today's standards. It was the last year with a 4 BBL carb instead of the throttle body injection setup. The 700R4 transmission, on the other hand was not good. The interior was not bad either. I had the bottom part of the front bench seat repadded when the foam got too soft and I felt like I was leaning toward the door. The cloth on the seats was fine. I had the body fixed and painted once. It came from Texas and being red over tan, was a bit faded. By 2000 rust was starting on the door bottoms but the rest of the body was still pretty good. I still sort of miss it. I sold it to a fellow who planned to fix it up for the long haul. I should check to see if he still has it. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges Hey Ed, agree completely -- We had a 78 Malibu with the 305 engine and that engine was flawless. The car went thru transmissions like they were MMs but the engine was perfect. Often I wish I'd been able to keep the engine when we donated the car to the Kidney Fdn - w/bad tranny of course. Would have loved to put that engine in a Cobra replica - But the engine started perfectly,cruised at 80 day long - though not with the chassis/suspension sweetness a MB has - and was easy to maintain. Even though it was a gas engine it didn;t need all that much. Larry T (66 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: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] I was chatting with a taxi driver a few years back when most were using Chev Caprice models. They would usually have either a 305 or a 350. I asked how many miles they typically get out of a car, and he said they tend to drive them to about 750,000 kms, with very little if any work, other than just routines service, and lots of brake and tire changes. I just love my old merc and 911's, but I don't think they've ever built a better engine than the small block chev V8. It's simple, light, gobs of torque and power, and they last forever. I still miss fiddling with my old 350, not that it every needed much of anything. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now come on. Picking on a pickup truck is like picking on apple pie etc. It is the north American vehicle of choice. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 4:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] Good for him. Wonder how many of those miles he actually needed a full sized pickup?? And how many miles were simply wasting fuel, taking up excessive space in the road, and spewing high emissions. Brian On Feb 9, 2008 9:39 AM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of high mileage, I heard a story on NPR last night about a guy driving his '91 Chevy Silverado to 1,000,000 miles - complete with a GM video crew at hand as the odo changed over. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL
Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
$495.00 includes front, rear and package tray. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 3:21 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? So, what does it cost for carpet for a 115? My carpet is getting a bit crispy. Randy (who needs to order some other stuff like the hose for the fuel tank vent and drive shaft flex joints and maybe a water pump since something leaks coolant up there) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rusty Cullens Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:05 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I have carpet for 198, 121, 180, 128, 113, 100, 111 coupe, 108, 109, 114, 115, 116, 107, 123, 126, 124, 129, 140, 210, 208, 230 209 chassis. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:52 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? On Feb 11, 2008 2:47 PM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: After all this, I don't have any carpet for the W110 chassis. Shoot. I have carpet for all other VIN's. Sorry. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. The W111 chassis then! Muhahahaha! Ed -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Reads like you have an underlying desire to take this discussion to banned... Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rusty Cullens Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:00 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Yeah, I'll talk to Dr Fatty one more time. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:51 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Rusty, You need a search tool like this, only for Mercedes body, trim and interior parts by category instead of beer stuff. http://www.kegkits.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=SRCH Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 2:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I have asked Gary a few hundred times to do that. If you look at our site now and click on more parts at better prices it posts it there. Gary seems to think that is sufficient, I don't. In the mean time, I guess we'll continue to lose valuable business. Perhaps Gary is reading this. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:32 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? It would be great if your website actually reflected the full depth of parts and equipment you offered, rather than just the WorldPac stuff. That could help remove any lingering ambiguities whatsoever...just a thought On Feb 11, 2008 11:28 AM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Subtle? Me? Nope. I have been posting on here and mbz.org for 10 years and people still ask about buying parts from someone else at a higher price. I just don't get it. I sponsor the list. I ship same day you order. I carry 99.99% of ANYTHING that is available for ANY Mercedes and still the questions. Go figure. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
Ed says: She isn't currently running, so new oil and fuses won't do me any good yet. But I'll keep it in mind for later on. Any photos? I love that body style. Bob 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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
I have carpet for 198, 121, 180, 128, 113, 100, 111 coupe, 108, 109, 114, 115, 116, 107, 123, 126, 124, 129, 140, 210, 208, 230 209 chassis. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:52 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? On Feb 11, 2008 2:47 PM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: After all this, I don't have any carpet for the W110 chassis. Shoot. I have carpet for all other VIN's. Sorry. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. The W111 chassis then! Muhahahaha! Ed -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
On Feb 11, 2008 2:47 PM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: After all this, I don't have any carpet for the W110 chassis. Shoot. I have carpet for all other VIN's. Sorry. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. The W111 chassis then! Muhahahaha! Ed -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
Don't you guys worry about all the OT that's been going on, it's going to become Mercedes centric again real soon. Because I'm going to be posting things like What in the name of Hades is this Part and what does it [EMAIL PROTECTED] with increasing frequency. Ed On Feb 11, 2008 2:35 PM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: congrats on the new car. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just took ownership of a 1966 Mercedes-Benz 230 .. Thanks Allen!! Ed -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
congrats on the new car. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just took ownership of a 1966 Mercedes-Benz 230 .. Thanks Allen!! Ed -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Rusty rocks my parts world. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 12:18 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I love Rusty's subtle BUY FROM RUSTY responses. Remember, he does support the group and he's a great resource you should buy from him even if he's a few $$$ higher. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 2:06 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: David Bruckmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:36 PM Subject: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Anybody ever dealt with this guy on eBay? Tops-4-Less http://stores.ebay.com/TOPS-4-LESS Says he's from Van Nuys, CA. Seems like quite a good price for MB carpets and interiors, especially full leather for only $699... Just wondering if anyone has seen his stuff... there aren't any clear pics on the store site. D. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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
[MBZ] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
Just took ownership of a 1966 Mercedes-Benz 230 .. Thanks Allen!! Ed -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: Cheap Hosting
It seems than at Mon, 11 Feb 2008 11:57:55 -0500, dave wrote: Can anyone recommend a cheap web and email hosting provider that does not totally suck? Something in the $30/month range that a company who wants a web presence but does not actually do anything online could use? 99.9% uptime would be fine - that's 8-9 hours of downtime per year. Thanks -Dave Walton The company I work for has been using Site5 http://www.site5.com for about 6 years. Good service, Linux servers, fair prices. I have not looked at the prices for a while, but I'm pretty sure they have one in your price range. -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
I'll second that! BillR -Original Message- From: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/11/08 10:17 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds You wrote A Camero was coming out of the curve State Farm had a great commercial about how their salesmen were locals - one talked to parents about giving their kids hi-po FireBirds and Camaros - those 2 being the #1 car of choice among teens getting the 1st car and license - something like 85% (IIRC) had severe accidents within 6 months of starting driving - State Farm was pleading with parents to refrain from buying high performance cars like these for inexperienced drivers. Sounds like this is what hit you - makes me think a 240D is the ideal car for a new driver. Glad you were in a MB! Larry T (66 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: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 3:20 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds Yes, though I have related it a year or so ago. I was a student at Lynchburg College [great school, BTW] and was heading to DC in 1971 in my '62 220Sb to visit an old roommate. I was going into an 'S' curve at 2:30 AM in the pouring down rain. A Camero was coming out of the curve and all I remember [for the next two weeks] is saying 'that car is going too fast' ... A trucker who saw the wreck in his mirrors said it was a Keystone Cop sort of image with both cars going up and then smashing down. I would estimate my speed at 50 when she hit me, and there were 14' of skid marks behind my car, none at all from hers, and she was going a good deal faster. My car stopped at the scene and hers took a bounce. At that time they did not do blood alcohol levels on corpses, but she was driving her boyfriends car with her brand new driver's license, and speeding in the rain at 2:30 AM on a curving 2 lane after leaving a party. She was either drunk or terminally stupid. My car did not have the lap belts installed [long story], which would have killed me from the angle of impact, but the flat MB steering wheel prevented any internal injuries. I think with a full modern restraint and airbag system I would not have been seriously injured. The top of the wheel hit me at tooth level and took all of them out as well as my lower jaw [they found and refitted 4 of 5 pieces and most all of the teeth], and also caused a C-2/3 spinal break [C-2/3 controls the heart and breathing I think, which is why I believe hitting at an angle with a lap belt would have been worse than hitting straight on without one]. My right knee took out an add-on AC unit, cutting the knee almost through and sending my smashed femur into daylight [well, not daylight at 2:30 AM]. Multiple compound fractures, some closed ones, and cuts all over. I had an opportunity to see the car three months later when I got out of the hospital and didn't recognize it ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot]
I was chatting with a taxi driver a few years back when most were using Chev Caprice models. They would usually have either a 305 or a 350. I asked how many miles they typically get out of a car, and he said they tend to drive them to about 750,000 kms, with very little if any work, other than just routines service, and lots of brake and tire changes. I just love my old merc and 911's, but I don't think they've ever built a better engine than the small block chev V8. It's simple, light, gobs of torque and power, and they last forever. I still miss fiddling with my old 350, not that it every needed much of anything. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now come on. Picking on a pickup truck is like picking on apple pie etc. It is the north American vehicle of choice. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 4:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] Good for him. Wonder how many of those miles he actually needed a full sized pickup?? And how many miles were simply wasting fuel, taking up excessive space in the road, and spewing high emissions. Brian On Feb 9, 2008 9:39 AM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of high mileage, I heard a story on NPR last night about a guy driving his '91 Chevy Silverado to 1,000,000 miles - complete with a GM video crew at hand as the odo changed over. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash
They were working on a vest that would inflate which I think carried a CO2 canister much like an air gun. If I remember, you were tethered to the bike with a cord, much like a seadoo, and if you left the bike and pulled out the cord, the vent would inflate. Not sure if such a thing went into production. I know a few companies were also working on air bags for frontal impacts. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The problem of protecting bikers who get thrown is interesting. One solutions would be strategically placed bags on special clothing worn by the rider that would inflate on contact with the road and stay inflated for X number of seconds until the rider quits sliding or rolling. There could also be a manual trigger the rider could pull that would inflate all the bag (enclosing the rider in an inflated cocoon) if he/she saw the upset was inevitable. Comment? Gerry From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Doubt many of those calling you a wuss have dusted the road with their backsides yet. hee hee. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yep, asphalt is very abrasive, even at slow speeds. I travel to Wisconsin about once a month and they don't have helmet laws up there. I see people riding with shorts, T-shirts and with no helmet or gloves all the time during the summer. I just can't to it any more than I can drive my Mercedes down the road without the seat belt buckled. BYW, I've been called a wuss for riding with full gear. I just smile go on. As the saying goes, there are a lot of old riders and a lot of bold riders but very few old, bold riders. Thanks, Tom Hargrave ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: Cheap Hosting
dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can anyone recommend a cheap web and email hosting provider that does not totally suck? Something in the $30/month range that a company who wants a web presence but does not actually do anything online could use? 99.9% uptime would be fine - that's 8-9 hours of downtime per year. If you want a (Linux) server that you can administer, you can check out OpenHosting (http://www.openhosting.com/home). Their pricing is as low as $19.95/month, depending on usage and bandwidth consumed. I've had a server there for a couple of months and have had no problems, their support (via email) is very responsive. They are virtual servers running CentOS (clone of Red Hat Enterprise AS). If you want strictly a web site and email service, sorry I have no experience with any. The nice thing about having a complete server is you can run whatever you need on it -- the downside is that you need to know or be willing to learn some Linux administration (though they have a Webmin control panel that makes the basic stuff pretty easy). Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash
Friend of mine has an old Frog eye, no belts, no side, back or front protection, and forget about rollover protection. Are you referring to the late 50's-early 60's Austin Healey Sprites? My dad has always called them Bug Eyes, but Frog Eye works too! I had a neighbor with a '59, but I never got to ride in it since it was a non-runner. He bought a Datsun B210 engine/tranny to put into it, but never installed it. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Fabric covered fuel lines on '84 300D
Why are these lines covered with fabric and can you use non-fabric covered lines and expect them to last as long? Chris I believe Marshall explained that the fabric cover allowed the line to fail softly. That is, it would weep to let you know that it was worn out, but would not just rupture. --Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash
Talking about safety and accidents, I get a kick out the friends who state that they would never ride something as dangerous as a motorcycle. But the same friends will charge 80 MPH down the interstate in a steel box, with less than a 1/2 second reaction time between them and a car in any direction, all while eating a hamburger talking on a cell phone. And here I am on two wheels, also going 80 MPH down the interstate, paying close attention to those around me always looking for an escape route. So, which is more dangerous? Tom Imagine how scary they would be on two wheels!! -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner
Here's one for you guys. http://toronto.craigslist.ca/tor/car/570652749.html Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Bob Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That car appears to have the same rust issues that mine had (and still has in a few spots that I haven't fixed yet!). Mine is a 67 200D and I continue to progress along. Pictures are at: http://picasaweb.google.com/hamibob/1967MercedesBenz200D Remember the rule with rust is that there is ALWAYS more than you think! Does anyone have a STAR for my hood ornament? Mine is broke. . Bob Bob Hamilton O|||O * (780) 462-0860 7 (780) 462-0633 FAX * [EMAIL PROTECTED]BLOCKED::mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] * www.amvic.orgBLOCKED::http://www.amvic.org * http://picasaweb.google.com/hamibob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
Joe Rocket is good stuff - just remember to zip the two pieces together. The best winter protection is a good leather bomber jacket, leather gloves, chaps boots but you have to look hard to find a good leather jacket. The manufacturers have figured out how to make a jacket made from thin leather feel very heavy. Good denim does slide well but good denim is hard to find these days because even the major brands have gone to lighter fabric. Also, denim does not protect as well as leather. You can buy kevlar reinforced denim riding pants and jackets but they are expensive. Oh, when I went on my last slide, I had scrapes: On my helmet On the left shoulder, side arm of my bomber jacket On my left glove On the left leg of my chaps On the side of my left boot It was a November crash. If it had been summer then I would have tested my Joe Rocket gear. I threw away the helmet because they are only good for one impact and I still wear the rest. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 9:29 AM To: Diesel List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds At least you were behind it and not UNDER... I need to buy pants, I really like my Joe Rocket kevlar coat, much cooler than leather while being heavy and protective. I've read that denim will stand up good to pavement but I'd just as rather not find out... -Curt Date: Sun, 10 Feb 2008 22:43:37 -0600 From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Speaking of accidents, there's nothing like sliding down the pavement behind your BMW motorcycle at 45 MPH. Fortunately, I was wearing full leathers and I rode the machine home. Oh, I still ride today and I still wear full riding gear even in the hottest months. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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
Re: [MBZ] Sleeper 300CD and the forces of evil
Oops. She's still gorgeous On Sun, 10 Feb 2008 20:33:46 -0600, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Luther wrote: The second Leia is MUCH better looking. Naturally gorgeous. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm204/ Portman wasn't a 2nd Leia, she's Luke and Leia's mother. Fisher wasn't bad looking in Star Wars, but her face was already starting to look old by the time they filmed Return of the Jedi. I always wondered how much Coke she inhaled in those six years. -- 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
[MBZ] Fabric covered fuel lines on '84 300D
Has anyone ever changed/replaced the fabric covered fuel lines in the engine compartment? If so, how difficult a job is this? TIA. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Any listers in Toronto?
Here I sit in Logan (American Airlines canceled my flight so I'm waiting for Air Canada) and it only now occurs to me to ask if there are any listers in the Toronto area. IIRC Zedic was but he's now in the UK yeah? Anyhow if anybody's around and wants to grab dinner or something. -Curt - Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] WAY OT (sorry): 2 year old neutered male Siberian Husky looking for good home
i've already got the shepherd who beats everyone up. and unbalanced beast, but sweet in her own way and quite entertaining. On Feb 11, 2008 2:49 PM, Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My two German Shepherds (the gestapo) have for 6 months now (since we got Nanook the Husky) delighted in beating the snot out of our dear, fluffly, friendly, loving Husky. Since we need the Shepherds as guard dogs (we live in the hood) we are looking for a home for Nanook where he will be happier. He is a very nice dog and if we did not have/need scary German Shepherds, we would not remotely consider giving him up. If you are interested, let me know. He is perfectly house trained and very loving. He needs a fenced yard or he will run away - that's how huskies are - they run and run and run. OR he would be content to be a house dog (especially in the summer - he is not a big fan of heat), but would need to be walked daily. He is a really great dog. Chris CSSML NDSMD + VRSNSMV SMQLIVB -1985 300SD, 369K km, Wulf -1992 350 Ram Wagon, 1 Ton, 58K mi, Der Abschleppwagen '75 240D, '80 300SD, '85 300Dt '84 300Dt -Anke Sammy von der Burg Austerlitz (GSDs) Nanook (Siberian Husky) - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash
Yes, he bought and restored it. He and his Dad are both interested in old British cars. His Dad has two Austin Healey 3000. One Healey is mint, and the other is being restored. The restored 3000 has an auto tranny. :-( I think Moss still vintage races an old 3000, and his navigator is a woman by the name of Zoe something?? This was about 5-10 years ago now. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Friend of mine has an old Frog eye, no belts, no side, back or front protection, and forget about rollover protection. Are you referring to the late 50's-early 60's Austin Healey Sprites? My dad has always called them Bug Eyes, but Frog Eye works too! I had a neighbor with a '59, but I never got to ride in it since it was a non-runner. He bought a Datsun B210 engine/tranny to put into it, but never installed it. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Seriously... Those of us in MA score because World Pak seems to have a warehouse in Needham. Lots of times I've ordered enough stuff to get free shipping and had it at my house the next day. It boggles the mind. Oh then there was the time I ordered 2 cans of Diesel Purge and World Pak accidentally sent 2 cases. I tried to send some back but Rusty would have none of it. Order from Rusty, be happy. Hmm, speaking of which -Curt Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:28:16 -0500 From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original Subtle? Me? Nope. I have been posting on here and mbz.org for 10 years and people still ask about buying parts from someone else at a higher price. I just don't get it. I sponsor the list. I ship same day you order. I carry 99.99% of ANYTHING that is available for ANY Mercedes and still the questions. Go figure. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: Cheap Hosting
Forgot to add, I think I'm paying $30 a year... $17.95, hosted on Linux servers. I've been extremely pleased. Again www.deadsledwrenchers.net and the link is down at the bottom of the page. ;) -Curt - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
On Feb 11, 2008 2:05 PM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Perfect system, never have to change it, just top it up. After 3 top ups, the oil is all new. hee hee. There's something wrong with the logic there, but I can't quite put my finger on it. It kind of reminds me of the argument that you might as well just pour beer into the toilet and eliminate the middleman. ;) 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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Yes, that more parts at better prices link is not something that ANYONE looking for parts would click on, especially when their other option is online catalogue. Tell Hursty to get on with it! What caught my attention in the eBay shop (I wasn't even LOOKING for seat covers, actually I was checking the going rate on a used hydraulic compensator, of which there were none listed) was the relatively low price, as I have seen other leather sets for upwards of $3500. I've ordered stuff from Rusty before (even managed to talk him into sending stuff to Canada!) and will happily do so again when the time comes. D. At 7:39 PM + 2/11/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Message: 16 Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:39:38 -0500 From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original I have asked Gary a few hundred times to do that. If you look at our site now and click on more parts at better prices it posts it there. Gary seems to think that is sufficient, I don't. In the mean time, I guess we'll continue to lose valuable business. Perhaps Gary is reading this. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
On Feb 11, 2008 4:53 PM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: She does have Mobil-1 installed already -- just FYI. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 -- Now Ed's See, she was well taken care of, she's just cranky. EdB -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
On Feb 11, 2008 3:45 PM, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey Ed, agree completely -- We had a 78 Malibu with the 305 engine and that engine was flawless. Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) - Original Message - From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] I was chatting with a taxi driver a few years back when most were using Chev Caprice models. They would usually have either a 305 or a 350. I asked Ed 300E I used to own a 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 9C1 Police Interceptor with the TBI 350. Car had almost 200,000 miles on the odometer when the water pump blew and sprayed coolant *everywhere*, like a water balloon burst. Well, overheated the engine and warped a head. Had a new pump put on and drove it another month or two with it ticking before trading it off on a Korean import. Wish I hadn't done that. I miss that car. Get this, the dealer that took it in from me gave me a good price for it, because they had some kind of buying overseas that picked these huge ex-cop cars up and refurbished them for wealthy people or something. At least that's the story I was given when I asked what would happen to her. *sighs* I could drive that car, and I kid you not, with my left leg out the window *on* the rearview mirror. Not completely intelligent mind you, but she was *that* big. I also know the car could do 100mph with out batting an eyelash and feel like she was still at 60. But we won't talk about that. EdB -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
State Farm has always been our insurer of choice, mainly because they are fair and easy to work with (for us - YMMV.) I have a 15 year old in the house, and SF has a program that they take when they turn 16 that consists of classroom time and logging their driving for a month or two. If they pass the class successfully they get an additional 10% off their rate. And as a teenager, you NEED every break you can get when it comes to auto insurance... Dan --- LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You wrote A Camero was coming out of the curve State Farm had a great commercial about how their salesmen were locals - one talked to parents about giving their kids hi-po FireBirds and Camaros - those 2 being the #1 car of choice among teens getting the 1st car and license - something like 85% (IIRC) had severe accidents within 6 months of starting driving - State Farm was pleading with parents to refrain from buying high performance cars like these for inexperienced drivers. Sounds like this is what hit you - makes me think a 240D is the ideal car for a new driver. Glad you were in a MB! Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
yes, he does! and they buy parts. here is what we have: www.BuyASIANparts.com www.BuyEUROparts.com For Mercedes we have access to 99.99% ANYTHING that is available. For all other cars we have only what is the web sites. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 4:38 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Not to mention Rusty carries just about any Asian car part, too. Being Mercedes-less right now, I rely on him for Nissan and Mazda parts. I plug him heavily to the neighbors, too. Dan --- Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Subtle? Me? Nope. I have been posting on here and mbz.org for 10 years and people still ask about buying parts from someone else at a higher price. I just don't get it. I sponsor the list. I ship same day you order. I carry 99.99% of ANYTHING that is available for ANY Mercedes and still the questions. Go figure. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:18 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I love Rusty's subtle BUY FROM RUSTY responses. Remember, he does support the group and he's a great resource you should buy from him even if he's a few $$$ higher. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 2:06 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: David Bruckmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:36 PM Subject: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Anybody ever dealt with this guy on eBay? Tops-4-Less http://stores.ebay.com/TOPS-4-LESS Says he's from Van Nuys, CA. Seems like quite a good price for MB carpets and interiors, especially full leather for only $699... Just wondering if anyone has seen his stuff... there aren't any clear pics on the store site. D. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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 Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
Yeah, I remember the days when one jug and a filter, and I'd be on my way. Now I lug oil home by the case. lol Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I still own a 1977 Vette with a 350. The oil capacity is 4 quarts with a filter change. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 4:18 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges What was amazing was how little oil an oil change took with my old 350. Geez, I swear it took just enough to fill the filter, and an extra quart or two, and not much more. lol When I did my first oil change on an old air cooled 911, I was convinced, after pouring the 10th litre in, I had made a mistake and was pouring the oil in the gas tank rather than the oil tank. lol Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My 86 Suburban was like that too. At 183K miles the 350 Small block motor was fine. I changed the valve seals at about 115K miles and that helped a lot. It ran stronger and used less fuel after the new seals were installed. Apart from that, the motor only got accessory things like a starter and an alternator and a recored radiator. Nothing internal and I didn't run Mobil 1 either. I don't know much about its early life as it had over 100K miles when I got it in July 1991. It hauled that boat of a Suburban body around without complaining and didn't even do too bad on fuel by today's standards. It was the last year with a 4 BBL carb instead of the throttle body injection setup. The 700R4 transmission, on the other hand was not good. The interior was not bad either. I had the bottom part of the front bench seat repadded when the foam got too soft and I felt like I was leaning toward the door. The cloth on the seats was fine. I had the body fixed and painted once. It came from Texas and being red over tan, was a bit faded. By 2000 rust was starting on the door bottoms but the rest of the body was still pretty good. I still sort of miss it. I sold it to a fellow who planned to fix it up for the long haul. I should check to see if he still has it. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges Hey Ed, agree completely -- We had a 78 Malibu with the 305 engine and that engine was flawless. The car went thru transmissions like they were MMs but the engine was perfect. Often I wish I'd been able to keep the engine when we donated the car to the Kidney Fdn - w/bad tranny of course. Would have loved to put that engine in a Cobra replica - But the engine started perfectly,cruised at 80 day long - though not with the chassis/suspension sweetness a MB has - and was easy to maintain. Even though it was a gas engine it didn;t need all that much. Larry T (66 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: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] I was chatting with a taxi driver a few years back when most were using Chev Caprice models. They would usually have either a 305 or a 350. I asked how many miles they typically get out of a car, and he said they tend to drive them to about 750,000 kms, with very little if any work, other than just routines service, and lots of brake and tire changes. I just love my old merc and 911's, but I don't think they've ever built a better engine than the small block chev V8. It's simple, light, gobs of torque and power, and they last forever. I still miss fiddling with my old 350, not that it every needed much of anything. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now come on. Picking on a pickup truck is like picking on apple pie etc. It is the north American vehicle of choice. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 4:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] Good for him. Wonder how many of those miles he actually needed a full sized pickup?? And how many miles were simply wasting fuel, taking up excessive space in the road, and spewing high emissions. Brian On Feb 9, 2008 9:39 AM, OK Don [EMAIL
Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
Alex, I'm not up on the latest offering from GM, but I'm pretty sure much of the old V8 still lives on in models available today. As with all engines, things are refined over the years, giving better mileage and emissions. Some of the current V8s give great fuel mileage given the performance. Fuel delivery systems have been updated over the years, a lot of what made the V8 great is still there. I think Vortec engines, or the introduction of the name was to help more easily identify the size of the engine in metric. Eg, A Vortec 5700 is 5.7 litres, so it made doing the math by looking at the engine name easy. I think the base corvette, (not chevette, hee hee) still uses the pushrod engine. Not sure about the current gen of ZR1. Whatever GM call it, I'd feel pretty confident buying a GM V8. Fuel economy may not be that great, but you have to take into consideration what your bolting it into and the weight you're asking it to pull. My old 350 with a mild cam and small carb gave great torque and amazing fuel economy, but it might have been a little thirstier had it been bolted into something like a 600SWB. hee hee. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So if the old small-block was so good, how come they dumped it and moved to the Vortec engine family for the trucks? Fuel economy and/or emissions concerns, or something else? (Asking because I'm looking at the Tahoe/Yukon but don't know anything about the new engines reliability- or design-wise.) 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
Perfect system, never have to change it, just top it up. After 3 top ups, the oil is all new. hee hee. Almost as good as an old Jag, pour it in the top and watch it drip out the bottom. ;-) Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, George Larribeau [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My old VW bug (no longer have it) used 2.5 quarts, filter did not matter because it did not have one ...But the air cleaned was oil bath, think it used about third of a quart can't quite remember .. George Larribeau Dallas Texas - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 3:22 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges I still own a 1977 Vette with a 350. The oil capacity is 4 quarts with a filter change. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 4:18 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List 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] Protection
The problem of protecting bikers who get thrown is interesting. One solutions would be strategically placed bags on special clothing worn by the rider that would inflate on contact with the road and stay inflated for X number of seconds until the rider quits sliding or rolling. There could also be a manual trigger the rider could pull that would inflate all the bag (enclosing the rider in an inflated cocoon) if he/she saw the upset was inevitable. Comment? Gerry.. -- Similar to Bibendum, the Michelin man, then? RLE --- Could be. Probably have to try many different arrangements in order to find the most effective. Gerry ** The year's hottest artists on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards. Go to AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys?NCID=aolcmp0030002565) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.19.20/1259 - Release Date: 2/4/2008 8:42 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] Clean Oil Off Driveway
Bob - Never tried this stuff but if it does what it says it must work pretty well. It's advertised all the time in Popular Science See it at: www.pour-n-restore.com Obviously this would not be for an asphalt driveway though. Barry What is the best thing/stuff to use to clean oil drips off of the driveway? Bob 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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
Congrats on the new TE. Have lots of fun and happy miles together. Ed 300E On 12/02/2008, Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah I got a newy too, 89 300TE, should scrub up allright. Hendrik Ed Booher wrote: Just took ownership of a 1966 Mercedes-Benz 230 .. Thanks Allen!! Ed ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Clean Oil Off Driveway
I just make a paste of Tide, and let it sit over night, then scrub the following day with a hand brush. Works well if the oil hasn't really penetrated the surface. I have interlock, which is pretty porous, and it works quite well. Ed 300E On 12/02/2008, barry Stark [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bob - Never tried this stuff but if it does what it says it must work pretty well. It's advertised all the time in Popular Science See it at: www.pour-n-restore.com Obviously this would not be for an asphalt driveway though. Barry What is the best thing/stuff to use to clean oil drips off of the driveway? Bob 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: Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash
In fact this summer I'm considering jumping out of a perfectly good airplane for pretty much the same reason. Me too! I've wanted to do it for a long time, and it just so happens that there's a guy on my dragon boat team who's in with the local DZ (drop zone). Things are goin' down! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
Yeah I got a newy too, 89 300TE, should scrub up allright. Hendrik Ed Booher wrote: Just took ownership of a 1966 Mercedes-Benz 230 .. Thanks Allen!! Ed ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Beaver/Otters
Well, I never had the opportunity to ride in an Otter or Beaver but I'm racking up some serious time in the cabin of Twin Otters. My department does a lot of work designing and testing prototype sensors and we very often use Twin Otters, with a big hole in the belly to look down from, as our test platform. I know they are not quite the same as the singles but man are their big brothers ever the ultimate work horse. You can pile almost anything in the cabin at almost any station and those planes just shrug it off. Truly impressive utility airplanes. Not only that you can slow flight while taking data if required. We use Twin Otter International out of Colorado and Las Vegas for our rides. Scott Siebold has about 17 of these great planes. He runs Scenic Airlines for lookie lou flights over the Grand Canyon with most of them and the other 6 or 7 he uses for a mix of smoke jumpers during the fire season or research and aerial survey the rest of the year. Take a look at the research ships at his web site www.twinotter.com to see the kind of things we stuff into and fly in these birds. Barry -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 12:51 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Beaver/Otters Hmmm. Interesting subject, as I once flew in a hurricane (after landfall) in a commercial Otter commuter. Quite a ride, although the plane itself was fine. Something totally cool about lumbering along at 1000 ft with fixed landing gear. All of Kenmore's Beavers and Otters are on floats. If they pick one up for rebuild on wheels, they barge them from Renton Airport which is at the other end of Lake Washington. On Canadian fishing charters, Campbell River for example, I've seen some BIG salmon pulled out of the float storage compartments. RLE ** Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys/pictures/never-won-a-grammy?NCID=aolcmp003 00025 48) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Not to mention Rusty carries just about any Asian car part, too. Being Mercedes-less right now, I rely on him for Nissan and Mazda parts. I plug him heavily to the neighbors, too. Dan --- Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Subtle? Me? Nope. I have been posting on here and mbz.org for 10 years and people still ask about buying parts from someone else at a higher price. I just don't get it. I sponsor the list. I ship same day you order. I carry 99.99% of ANYTHING that is available for ANY Mercedes and still the questions. Go figure. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:18 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I love Rusty's subtle BUY FROM RUSTY responses. Remember, he does support the group and he's a great resource you should buy from him even if he's a few $$$ higher. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 2:06 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: David Bruckmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:36 PM Subject: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Anybody ever dealt with this guy on eBay? Tops-4-Less http://stores.ebay.com/TOPS-4-LESS Says he's from Van Nuys, CA. Seems like quite a good price for MB carpets and interiors, especially full leather for only $699... Just wondering if anyone has seen his stuff... there aren't any clear pics on the store site. D. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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 Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Protection
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Similar to Bibendum, the Michelin man, then? RLE ...or the StaPuft marshmallow guy. Dan Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page. http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Protection
The problem of protecting bikers who get thrown is interesting. One solutions would be strategically placed bags on special clothing worn by the rider that would inflate on contact with the road and stay inflated for X number of seconds until the rider quits sliding or rolling. There could also be a manual trigger the rider could pull that would inflate all the bag (enclosing the rider in an inflated cocoon) if he/she saw the upset was inevitable. Comment? Gerry.. Similar to Bibendum, the Michelin man, then? RLE ** The year's hottest artists on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards. Go to AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys?NCID=aolcmp0030002565) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Sleeper 300CD and the forces of evil
On Mon, 11 Feb 2008 09:40:04 -0600 Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Got a zoom lense? :) I didn't need a zoom lens when she walked about a foot from me on my next door neighbor's porch. 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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Good idea. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 3:05 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Reads like you have an underlying desire to take this discussion to banned... Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rusty Cullens Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:00 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Yeah, I'll talk to Dr Fatty one more time. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:51 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Rusty, You need a search tool like this, only for Mercedes body, trim and interior parts by category instead of beer stuff. http://www.kegkits.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=SRCH Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 2:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I have asked Gary a few hundred times to do that. If you look at our site now and click on more parts at better prices it posts it there. Gary seems to think that is sufficient, I don't. In the mean time, I guess we'll continue to lose valuable business. Perhaps Gary is reading this. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:32 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? It would be great if your website actually reflected the full depth of parts and equipment you offered, rather than just the WorldPac stuff. That could help remove any lingering ambiguities whatsoever...just a thought On Feb 11, 2008 11:28 AM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Subtle? Me? Nope. I have been posting on here and mbz.org for 10 years and people still ask about buying parts from someone else at a higher price. I just don't get it. I sponsor the list. I ship same day you order. I carry 99.99% of ANYTHING that is available for ANY Mercedes and still the questions. Go figure. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash
Geez, I just checked that Breezy link. Think I'd rather take my chances riding a sport bike, naked, at speed than climb aboard that flying thing!! hee hee. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: While talking (e-mailing) about cars and motorcycles on Joe Amelia's SL list - years ago - a Dr. reminded us of the old saying - a motorcycle is flesh around metal, while a car is metal around flesh. He also remarked about being the track Dr. somewhere in the NE - and finding the remains of a motorcycle rider - fully armored body on one side, and helmeted head on the other side of a tree. So - do what makes you happy, but be aware of the risks. I'm thinking a Breezy is about my speed now -- http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/kitspages/breezy.php On Feb 11, 2008 1:41 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Which is more dangerous if some idiot who is on the cell phone and eating suddenly drops the drink and swerves while trying to catch it, sideswiping you in the process? Just another perspective. My wife had that happen to her on I75 just N. of Miami. She drove home even though she literally had no time to react and the side of her car was banged up. Would you be able to drive your motorcycle home from such an incident? Maybe you could react in time and maybe there would be a way to avoid getting hit or being bumped into another car - and maybe not. That is when the car is safer. Personally [if I could ride] I'd feel safer trailering a bike to a lonely spot... BillR -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash
Which is more dangerous if some idiot who is on the cell phone and eating suddenly drops the drink and swerves while trying to catch it, sideswiping you in the process? Just another perspective. My wife had that happen to her on I75 just N. of Miami. She drove home even though she literally had no time to react and the side of her car was banged up. Would you be able to drive your motorcycle home from such an incident? Maybe you could react in time and maybe there would be a way to avoid getting hit or being bumped into another car - and maybe not. That is when the car is safer. Personally [if I could ride] I'd feel safer trailering a bike to a lonely spot... BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:15 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash I would not want to be the test subject. Talking about safety and accidents, I get a kick out the friends who state that they would never ride something as dangerous as a motorcycle. But the same friends will charge 80 MPH down the interstate in a steel box, with less than a 1/2 second reaction time between them and a car in any direction, all while eating a hamburger talking on a cell phone. And here I am on two wheels, also going 80 MPH down the interstate, paying close attention to those around me always looking for an escape route. So, which is more dangerous? Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 12:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash They were working on a vest that would inflate which I think carried a CO2 canister much like an air gun. If I remember, you were tethered to the bike with a cord, much like a seadoo, and if you left the bike and pulled out the cord, the vent would inflate. Not sure if such a thing went into production. I know a few companies were also working on air bags for frontal impacts. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The problem of protecting bikers who get thrown is interesting. One solutions would be strategically placed bags on special clothing worn by the rider that would inflate on contact with the road and stay inflated for X number of seconds until the rider quits sliding or rolling. There could also be a manual trigger the rider could pull that would inflate all the bag (enclosing the rider in an inflated cocoon) if he/she saw the upset was inevitable. Comment? Gerry From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Doubt many of those calling you a wuss have dusted the road with their backsides yet. hee hee. Ed 300E On 11/02/2008, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yep, asphalt is very abrasive, even at slow speeds. I travel to Wisconsin about once a month and they don't have helmet laws up there. I see people riding with shorts, T-shirts and with no helmet or gloves all the time during the summer. I just can't to it any more than I can drive my Mercedes down the road without the seat belt buckled. BYW, I've been called a wuss for riding with full gear. I just smile go on. As the saying goes, there are a lot of old riders and a lot of bold riders but very few old, bold riders. Thanks, Tom Hargrave ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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] FW: OT: Cheap Hosting
Again, I say, Free and Free, oh, and Google will also host your domain email as Gmail @yourdomain.com Free It's a pretty sweet deal, and being a penny pinching cheap bast err ... not banned, I highly recommend it. PS. It's free. Ed There is no such thing as a free lunch. With Google, it is no-money-needed - but you pay with information and non-privacy. Some may prefer to part with a bit of one rather than the other. --Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Subtle? Me? Nope. I have been posting on here and mbz.org for 10 years and people still ask about buying parts from someone else at a higher price. I just don't get it. I sponsor the list. I ship same day you order. I carry 99.99% of ANYTHING that is available for ANY Mercedes and still the questions. Go figure. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:18 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I love Rusty's subtle BUY FROM RUSTY responses. Remember, he does support the group and he's a great resource you should buy from him even if he's a few $$$ higher. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 2:06 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: David Bruckmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:36 PM Subject: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Anybody ever dealt with this guy on eBay? Tops-4-Less http://stores.ebay.com/TOPS-4-LESS Says he's from Van Nuys, CA. Seems like quite a good price for MB carpets and interiors, especially full leather for only $699... Just wondering if anyone has seen his stuff... there aren't any clear pics on the store site. D. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?
Gracias. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 2:21 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Rusty rocks my parts world. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 12:18 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I love Rusty's subtle BUY FROM RUSTY responses. Remember, he does support the group and he's a great resource you should buy from him even if he's a few $$$ higher. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/11/08 2:06 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: David Bruckmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:36 PM Subject: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? Anybody ever dealt with this guy on eBay? Tops-4-Less http://stores.ebay.com/TOPS-4-LESS Says he's from Van Nuys, CA. Seems like quite a good price for MB carpets and interiors, especially full leather for only $699... Just wondering if anyone has seen his stuff... there aren't any clear pics on the store site. D. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.20.2/1270 - Release Date: 2/10/2008 12:21 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
Exactly! That's what my son learned to drive in. Now that he's 20, he's graduated to the SDL. makes me think a 240D is the ideal car for a new driver. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
