[MBZ] New Zealand member
Is anyone in touch with the member in New Zealand? Does he live in Christchurch? Is he OK? Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member
Hi Gerry This is Fay - Hendrik's wife here. Hendrik is sure that the member in NZ is from Christchurch. His name is Euan. Christchurch is my home town I have family friends there. Two of my family members have suffered severe significant damage to there houses this time, but luckily everyone I know is ok. I am seriously considering catching a flight over there fairly shortly to support my nearest dearest. For anyone interested here is the weblink to the Christchurch newspapers: http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/ Us Kiwis Know that earthquakes are a part of life but the scale of devastation/loss of life injuries is very hard for me to comprehend over here in Oz. At this stage 80% of the city is without power, drinking water is being trucked in, most of the sewage pumps are not working liquefaction is turning the roads from passable to impassable from day to day. The Kiwi spirit of resilience lives on. Gerry Archer wrote: Is anyone in touch with the member in New Zealand? Does he live in Christchurch? Is he OK? Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member
God bless you and yours. Be safe. Mike Sent from my iPad On Feb 23, 2011, at 5:37 AM, Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au wrote: Hi Gerry This is Fay - Hendrik's wife here. Hendrik is sure that the member in NZ is from Christchurch. His name is Euan. Christchurch is my home town I have family friends there. Two of my family members have suffered severe significant damage to there houses this time, but luckily everyone I know is ok. I am seriously considering catching a flight over there fairly shortly to support my nearest dearest. For anyone interested here is the weblink to the Christchurch newspapers: http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/ Us Kiwis Know that earthquakes are a part of life but the scale of devastation/loss of life injuries is very hard for me to comprehend over here in Oz. At this stage 80% of the city is without power, drinking water is being trucked in, most of the sewage pumps are not working liquefaction is turning the roads from passable to impassable from day to day. The Kiwi spirit of resilience lives on. Gerry Archer wrote: Is anyone in touch with the member in New Zealand? Does he live in Christchurch? Is he OK? Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 vacuum locking question
Been a while since I was under the floormat of a 123 with a vacuum pump, but if you pull up the driver side floormat, You should be able to plug off the line going to the trunk until you get a new part. The tool of choice is a golf tee. On Tue, 22 Feb 2011 15:01:56 -0500 andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: The vacuum locking system on the 1985 300CD leaks down in about 4 hours after locking the car. Having trouble-shot the vacuum system on our '82 240D/3.0 over the weekend, I have a fresh memory about the system -- I expect the coupe's system to be similar to the sedan. Our leaks were so bad, the vacuum system could barely shut off the engine. Opening the master (driver's door) lock does not result in opening any other door. (exception: when the vacuum is lost, the gas flap opens automatically). That's how things are supposed to work -- the FUEL filler flap is single-action, locking only. When it looses locking vacuum, the spring included on the vacuum element pushes it to the open position. That way, you will always be able to fill the tank. I have not pinpointed the source of the leak but suspect it's the oldest vacuum element in the car - the trunk lock servo. That's the one that was leaking on our car -- BOTH the lock and the unlock sides! They cost $62. This morning, I opened the master lock and went back to the (still locked) trunk to open it manually by inserting the key in the lock, turning it clockwise and pushing in the button simultaneously. The trunk sprung open as expected, but what I did NOT expect was that it REMAINED unlocked afterwards even though the vacuum power had already dissipated. Can someone explain this? Ummm ... counterclockwise? The lock and the vacuum element both move a little flap into position or out of position to transfer the inward motion of the button to the unlocking mechanism. By opening the trunk with the key, you moved the little flap into position and when you pushed on the button, it opened the trunk. When you took out the key it was left in position because using the key apparently moved the vacuum element's diaphragm, too. To get to the trunk vacuum element, open the trunk and pry out the plastic cover on the vertical portion of the inside of the trunk just to the left of the lock. You will be able to see the locking (yellow/red) and unlocking (yellow/green) Tecalan hard lines, two pieces of black rubber tubing to connect the hard lines to the vacuum element, and the vacuum element itself (ours is blue, like in http://img.wpac.com/live/thumb/W01331624741VDO.JPG). The vacuum element is held to the sheet metal by two self-threading screws with 8 mm heads. Take the screws off and fish the element out through the hole, twisting it in a vertical direction to disconnect its arm from the arm that connects to the locks little flap. Once you have it out and the hard lines disconnected (DO NOT bend them too sharply, they will break), you can check it out with your MityVac. Right now, pending receipt of the element from Rusty, the two pieces of rubber hose for our car are pushed onto the legs of a galvanized fencing staple to maintain vacuum-tightness for both the locking and unlocking sections of our vacuum system. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT*****NOT MB****DELETE NOW!!!! Volvo Debuts Three Cars in One Diesel Wagon
http://www.wired.com/autopia/2011/02/volvo-debuts-three-cars-no-compromises-in-one-wagon/ --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 engine parts
Bad news mao, they crushed the 240D. They brought out four 190Es and an E300, but those don't do either of us any good. Sorry it didn't work out this time, I will keep an eye out if they get another; this yard tends to turn over at least two rows every week, though this was the first 123 I've seen in a few months. Posting to list so if someone else finds one they know to speak up. Best, -Tim On Mon, Feb 21, 2011 at 1:25 PM, Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: Mountain Man wrote: I am working on 83 240D. Does anyone know if there is a difference in alternator mount and bracket between 83 and 77? Different. They may be interchangeable - but I would expect the belt to be different. And the bracket is clearly not the same. -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member
'Hope all goes well. Wilton - Original Message - From: Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2011 5:37 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member Hi Gerry This is Fay - Hendrik's wife here. Hendrik is sure that the member in NZ is from Christchurch. His name is Euan. Christchurch is my home town I have family friends there. Two of my family members have suffered severe significant damage to there houses this time, but luckily everyone I know is ok. I am seriously considering catching a flight over there fairly shortly to support my nearest dearest. For anyone interested here is the weblink to the Christchurch newspapers: http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/ Us Kiwis Know that earthquakes are a part of life but the scale of devastation/loss of life injuries is very hard for me to comprehend over here in Oz. At this stage 80% of the city is without power, drinking water is being trucked in, most of the sewage pumps are not working liquefaction is turning the roads from passable to impassable from day to day. The Kiwi spirit of resilience lives on. Gerry Archer wrote: Is anyone in touch with the member in New Zealand? Does he live in Christchurch? Is he OK? Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT*****NOT MB****DELETE NOW!!!! Volvo Debuts Three Cars in One Diesel Wagon
I might take 2 if it really works well. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2011 9:55 AM Subject: [MBZ] OT*NOT MBDELETE NOW Volvo Debuts Three Cars in One Diesel Wagon http://www.wired.com/autopia/2011/02/volvo-debuts-three-cars-no-compromises-in-one-wagon/ --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT*****NOT MB****DELETE NOW!!!! Volvo Debuts Three Cars in One Diesel Wagon
The 12-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack offers a 30-mile range and can recharge fully in under three hours at a 16-amp outlet. 4kw charge rate? Must be 240v. I'd like to know what sort of MPG you'd see if you drove it gently and never plugged it in. Hopefully better than a 320CDI. Would be really nice if it could beat a Golf TDI. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT*****NOT MB****DELETE NOW!!!! Volvo Debuts Three Cars in One Diesel Wagon
Most of the rest of the world runs on 220V Vlovo comes from a 220V country The 12-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack offers a 30-mile range and can recharge fully in under three hours at a 16-amp outlet. 4kw charge rate? Must be 240v. I'd like to know what sort of MPG you'd see if you drove it gently and never plugged it in. Hopefully better than a 320CDI. Would be really nice if it could beat a Golf TDI. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT*****NOT MB****DELETE NOW!!!! Volvo Debuts Three Cars in One Diesel Wagon
On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 6:55 AM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: http://www.wired.com/autopia/2011/02/volvo-debuts-three-cars-no-compromises-in-one-wagon/ I have to say that I had little interest in Volvo products after Ford bought the company, and have no interest at all now that they are owned by the Chinese. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OM617 oil filter relocation plates for sale.
I shall have to open the hood and have a look. I wonder if there is anything else in the way? Randy On 22/02/2011 8:58 PM, Dieselhead wrote: that'd work. Actually, I happen to have a 616 from a W115 240D. If there is enough interest, I could remove the filter housing and make a plate. Wouldn't be that different from what I've already done. If I made one and you were to get one of each type, you could put a W123 61X filter stand on a W115 616, and never have to deal with the arm-bath again. Walt On Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 7:43 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Ja,but.. the OM61x engines used in the 115 have a different mount to the block. Walt is working on 616 plates for a 123 engine. Could such a plate be used to relocate the oil filter on a W115 to keep oil from running down your arm when removing the filter for oil changes? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OM617 oil filter relocation plates for sale.
Anyone out there happen to have a spare filter housing setup from the 123 that they would care to part with for a reasonable sum? My car is the 115 300D rather than the 240D if that makes any difference to the housing. Randy On 22/02/2011 8:58 PM, Dieselhead wrote: that'd work. Actually, I happen to have a 616 from a W115 240D. If there is enough interest, I could remove the filter housing and make a plate. Wouldn't be that different from what I've already done. If I made one and you were to get one of each type, you could put a W123 61X filter stand on a W115 616, and never have to deal with the arm-bath again. Walt On Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 7:43 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Ja,but.. the OM61x engines used in the 115 have a different mount to the block. Walt is working on 616 plates for a 123 engine. Could such a plate be used to relocate the oil filter on a W115 to keep oil from running down your arm when removing the filter for oil changes? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] waxed glass
That happens when one goes through the automatic car washes. The wax is sprayed everywhere. Randy On 22/02/2011 9:37 PM, relng...@aol.com wrote: OK List Folk, is there someone here who does advocate waxing car windows?.. OK. There is nothing wrong with waxing all the glass except the windshield which would be foolish. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member
live video here http://www.news.com.au/world/quake-aftershock-hits-christchurch/story-e6frfkyi-1226009960218 --R On 2/23/2011 5:37 AM, Hendrik Fay wrote: Hi Gerry This is Fay - Hendrik's wife here. Hendrik is sure that the member in NZ is from Christchurch. His name is Euan. Christchurch is my home town I have family friends there. Two of my family members have suffered severe significant damage to there houses this time, but luckily everyone I know is ok. I am seriously considering catching a flight over there fairly shortly to support my nearest dearest. For anyone interested here is the weblink to the Christchurch newspapers: http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/ Us Kiwis Know that earthquakes are a part of life but the scale of devastation/loss of life injuries is very hard for me to comprehend over here in Oz. At this stage 80% of the city is without power, drinking water is being trucked in, most of the sewage pumps are not working liquefaction is turning the roads from passable to impassable from day to day. The Kiwi spirit of resilience lives on. Gerry Archer wrote: Is anyone in touch with the member in New Zealand? Does he live in Christchurch? Is he OK? Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member
and live update info here: tvnz.co.nz On 2/23/2011 1:52 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: live video here http://www.news.com.au/world/quake-aftershock-hits-christchurch/story-e6frfkyi-1226009960218 --R On 2/23/2011 5:37 AM, Hendrik Fay wrote: Hi Gerry This is Fay - Hendrik's wife here. Hendrik is sure that the member in NZ is from Christchurch. His name is Euan. Christchurch is my home town I have family friends there. Two of my family members have suffered severe significant damage to there houses this time, but luckily everyone I know is ok. I am seriously considering catching a flight over there fairly shortly to support my nearest dearest. For anyone interested here is the weblink to the Christchurch newspapers: http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/ Us Kiwis Know that earthquakes are a part of life but the scale of devastation/loss of life injuries is very hard for me to comprehend over here in Oz. At this stage 80% of the city is without power, drinking water is being trucked in, most of the sewage pumps are not working liquefaction is turning the roads from passable to impassable from day to day. The Kiwi spirit of resilience lives on. Gerry Archer wrote: Is anyone in touch with the member in New Zealand? Does he live in Christchurch? Is he OK? Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 vacuum locking question
Hey Craig, that was very helpful. The only part of this procedure I am slightly wary of is disconnecting and then re-connecting the servo rod to the locking mechanism: ...Take the screws off and fish the element out through the hole, twisting it in a vertical direction to *disconnect its arm from the arm that connects *to the locks little flap. Somese there is a crucial little clip that holds everything together and likes to fall down into an impenetrable crevice. I hope that is NOT the case with the trunk lock mechanism! Thanks, Andrew 1985 300CD and 300TD; 1983 300TD On Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 11:59 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Tue, 22 Feb 2011 15:01:56 -0500 andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: The vacuum locking system on the 1985 300CD leaks down in about 4 hours after locking the car. Having trouble-shot the vacuum system on our '82 240D/3.0 over the weekend, I have a fresh memory about the system -- I expect the coupe's system to be similar to the sedan. Our leaks were so bad, the vacuum system could barely shut off the engine. Opening the master (driver's door) lock does not result in opening any other door. (exception: when the vacuum is lost, the gas flap opens automatically). That's how things are supposed to work -- the FUEL filler flap is single-action, locking only. When it looses locking vacuum, the spring included on the vacuum element pushes it to the open position. That way, you will always be able to fill the tank. I have not pinpointed the source of the leak but suspect it's the oldest vacuum element in the car - the trunk lock servo. That's the one that was leaking on our car -- BOTH the lock and the unlock sides! They cost $62. This morning, I opened the master lock and went back to the (still locked) trunk to open it manually by inserting the key in the lock, turning it clockwise and pushing in the button simultaneously. The trunk sprung open as expected, but what I did NOT expect was that it REMAINED unlocked afterwards even though the vacuum power had already dissipated. Can someone explain this? Ummm ... counterclockwise? The lock and the vacuum element both move a little flap into position or out of position to transfer the inward motion of the button to the unlocking mechanism. By opening the trunk with the key, you moved the little flap into position and when you pushed on the button, it opened the trunk. When you took out the key it was left in position because using the key apparently moved the vacuum element's diaphragm, too. To get to the trunk vacuum element, open the trunk and pry out the plastic cover on the vertical portion of the inside of the trunk just to the left of the lock. You will be able to see the locking (yellow/red) and unlocking (yellow/green) Tecalan hard lines, two pieces of black rubber tubing to connect the hard lines to the vacuum element, and the vacuum element itself (ours is blue, like in http://img.wpac.com/live/thumb/W01331624741VDO.JPG). The vacuum element is held to the sheet metal by two self-threading screws with 8 mm heads. Take the screws off and fish the element out through the hole, twisting it in a vertical direction to disconnect its arm from the arm that connects to the locks little flap. Once you have it out and the hard lines disconnected (DO NOT bend them too sharply, they will break), you can check it out with your MityVac. Right now, pending receipt of the element from Rusty, the two pieces of rubber hose for our car are pushed onto the legs of a galvanized fencing staple to maintain vacuum-tightness for both the locking and unlocking sections of our vacuum system. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] waxed glass
Well it hasn't rained here yet so I can't provide a field report, but I'll share when I can. I think Dawn dish detergent would work well to remove the wax if needed? -Max From: relng...@aol.com relng...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tue, February 22, 2011 10:37:55 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] waxed glass OK List Folk, is there someone here who does advocate waxing car windows?.. OK. There is nothing wrong with waxing all the glass except the windshield which would be foolish. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT*****NOT MB****DELETE NOW!!!! Volvo Debuts Three Cars in One Diesel Wagon
I love it. Give it a trailer hitch rated for 3000 lbs and they won't be able to keep them on the dealer floors (and I'll buy one in two or three years after depreciation has knocked the price to a reasonable level). -Max From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wed, February 23, 2011 9:55:35 AM Subject: [MBZ] OT*NOT MBDELETE NOW Volvo Debuts Three Cars in One Diesel Wagon http://www.wired.com/autopia/2011/02/volvo-debuts-three-cars-no-compromises-in-one-wagon/ --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT*****NOT MB****DELETE NOW!!!! Volvo Debuts Three Cars in One Diesel Wagon
Hmnnhh, still a lot of money to spend in order to save a bit of fuel and have a lot of expensive components that could fail. Think I'll stick with dinosaur technology. Hendrik Max Dillon wrote: I love it. Give it a trailer hitch rated for 3000 lbs and they won't be able to keep them on the dealer floors (and I'll buy one in two or three years after depreciation has knocked the price to a reasonable level). -Max ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] More parts printing
? On 02/21/2011 10:48 PM, WILTON wrote: http://www.engadget.com/ Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] wax?
...That happens when one goes through the automatic car washes. The wax is sprayed everywhere. I seriously doubt that stuff is real wax. We are talking about the wax we apply to the paint. RLE/No car washes for my cars ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: New Zealand member
Hi Fay, Sorry to hear about the damage to your families houses. I have friends in NZ but none live in Christchurch or were affected by the earthquake. Let's hope that Euan is just busy or otherwise occupied and that we'll hear from him shortly. Thanks for the info and the link. Gerry - From: Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au Hi Gerry This is Fay - Hendrik's wife here. Hendrik is sure that the member in NZ is from Christchurch. His name is Euan. Christchurch is my home town I have family friends there. Two of my family members have suffered severe significant damage to there houses this time, but luckily everyone I know is ok. I am seriously considering catching a flight over there fairly shortly to support my nearest dearest. For anyone interested here is the weblink to the Christchurch newspapers: http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/ Us Kiwis Know that earthquakes are a part of life but the scale of devastation/loss of life injuries is very hard for me to comprehend over here in Oz. At this stage 80% of the city is without power, drinking water is being trucked in, most of the sewage pumps are not working liquefaction is turning the roads from passable to impassable from day to day. The Kiwi spirit of resilience lives on. Gerry Archer wrote: Is anyone in touch with the member in New Zealand? Does he live in Christchurch? Is he OK? Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 240D vacuum troubleshooting
A couple weeks ago my '78 240D started not shutting down good. Today was relatively warm so I figured it was time. Turns out the passenger side rear door had broken the open line right where it goes into the door. I managed to break the close line too. What a horrible place to have a break. I ended up cutting long pieces of hose and running them down to nearly where the hard lines turn at the floor inside. It was much too hard to work with at the original break... Anyway doors lock and unlock again and the car shuts down, a good day. -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 engine parts
Tim C wrote: Bad news mao, they crushed the 240D. Really bad news. You are in rust-free territory, no? - NC? Thanks for seeing that fine steed and offering to do the duty for me. mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] W124 AT Shifting into Rev Problem
Hello - After working uneventfully for 4+ years, I shifed into reverse and it only *slowly* engaged and started to move – especially once I gave it some gas. It had never done this before – I checked the fluid level and it was a little low – like 1/4” below the low mark – I topped it off and it only got slightly better. It’s a 91 300D W124. Any ideas? Any vacuum lines that might be culprits? TIA - LarryT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W124 AT Shifting into Rev Problem
Thats the first sign its worn out and needing a rebuild On 2/23/2011 7:21 PM, LarryT wrote: Hello - After working uneventfully for 4+ years, I shifed into reverse and it only *slowly* engaged and started to move – especially once I gave it some gas. It had never done this before – I checked the fluid level and it was a little low – like 1/4” below the low mark – I topped it off and it only got slightly better. It’s a 91 300D W124. Any ideas? Any vacuum lines that might be culprits? TIA - LarryT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1204 / Virus Database: 1435/3464 - Release Date: 02/23/11 -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 99 E430, 95 E300, 94 S500, 92 500SEL, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 350SDL, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 85 190D, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 76 240D, 76 300D, http://www.okiebenz.com - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1204 / Virus Database: 1435/3464 - Release Date: 02/23/11 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member
That is certainly a conumdrum - to go and help, or to go and become part of the problem --- I don't know how you make that decision. Do your relatives have phone service so you can talk to them? On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 4:37 AM, Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.auwrote: Hi Gerry This is Fay - Hendrik's wife here. Hendrik is sure that the member in NZ is from Christchurch. His name is Euan. Christchurch is my home town I have family friends there. Two of my family members have suffered severe significant damage to there houses this time, but luckily everyone I know is ok. I am seriously considering catching a flight over there fairly shortly to support my nearest dearest. For anyone interested here is the weblink to the Christchurch newspapers: http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/ Us Kiwis Know that earthquakes are a part of life but the scale of devastation/loss of life injuries is very hard for me to comprehend over here in Oz. At this stage 80% of the city is without power, drinking water is being trucked in, most of the sewage pumps are not working liquefaction is turning the roads from passable to impassable from day to day. The Kiwi spirit of resilience lives on. -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W124 AT Shifting into Rev Problem
I'd try changing the filter and fluid. If that doesn't fix it, call Rusty and get a rebuilt one on the way, or Kaleb for a used one. On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 7:30 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.netwrote: Thats the first sign its worn out and needing a rebuild On 2/23/2011 7:21 PM, LarryT wrote: Hello - After working uneventfully for 4+ years, I shifed into reverse and it only *slowly* engaged and started to move – especially once I gave it some gas. It had never done this before – I checked the fluid level and it was a little low – like 1/4” below the low mark – I topped it off and it only got slightly better. It’s a 91 300D W124. Any ideas? Any vacuum lines that might be culprits? TIA - LarryT ___ -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] The star goes on last
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWfnN7mmSJwfeature=related ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] wax?
What's an automatic car wash? Do they automate the people running the hose?? Hehe. I'll take a bucket and car soap any day. Cheaper, cleaner, and no nasty crap left over. The one time I remember going through one of those touchless washes, it sprayed the entire car with this red,green,blue glop crap after the wash, let it sit for half a minute, sprayed it off, then air-knifed everything dry. Windows were streaky for a while... Walt On Feb 23, 2011 7:31 PM, relng...@aol.com wrote: ...That happens when one goes through the automatic car washes. The wax is sprayed everywhere. I seriously doubt that stuff is real wax. We are talking about the wax we apply to the paint. RLE/No car washes for my cars ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The star goes on last
The automation in that plant gives me a raging brainer, such beauty, such perfection! It's a symphony of motion control nirvana, with an art for style. The cars look good as well. Walt, who's glad he's watching, and wants one of those robot arms, just because... On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 9:44 PM, Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au wrote: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWfnN7mmSJwfeature=related ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member
Someone from down under - please post a link to a reputable charity so we can give what they need most in NZ right now - money!! On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 9:02 PM, OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: That is certainly a conumdrum - to go and help, or to go and become part of the problem --- I don't know how you make that decision. Do your relatives have phone service so you can talk to them? On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 4:37 AM, Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au wrote: Hi Gerry This is Fay - Hendrik's wife here. Hendrik is sure that the member in NZ is from Christchurch. His name is Euan. Christchurch is my home town I have family friends there. Two of my family members have suffered severe significant damage to there houses this time, but luckily everyone I know is ok. I am seriously considering catching a flight over there fairly shortly to support my nearest dearest. For anyone interested here is the weblink to the Christchurch newspapers: http://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/ Us Kiwis Know that earthquakes are a part of life but the scale of devastation/loss of life injuries is very hard for me to comprehend over here in Oz. At this stage 80% of the city is without power, drinking water is being trucked in, most of the sewage pumps are not working liquefaction is turning the roads from passable to impassable from day to day. The Kiwi spirit of resilience lives on. -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member
Hi Don I have spoken to all my family members but I haven't spoken to any of them about me coming over. How right you are - am I helping or becoming part of the problem? What really can I do for them apart from give them a hug! The airport in Christchurch has re-opened to but what degree I don't know yet I am still trying to find out. One thing I have decided is to wait until essential services are up running as I would probably have to take Georgia Zak with me. Fay OK Don wrote: That is certainly a conumdrum - to go and help, or to go and become part of the problem --- I don't know how you make that decision. Do your relatives have phone service so you can talk to them? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Ferrari at Laguna Seca
Sound UP. http://mazdaraceway.com/pages/VideoSeca RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 vacuum locking question
On Wed, 23 Feb 2011 15:22:16 -0500 andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: ...Take the screws off and fish the element out through the hole, twisting it in a vertical direction to *disconnect its arm from the arm that connects *to the lock's little flap. Somese there is a crucial little clip that holds everything together and likes to fall down into an impenetrable crevice. I hope that is NOT the case with the trunk lock mechanism! No, it is NOT the case with the trunk lock mechanism. I didn't take a picture of it and it's hard to describe. When you open it up, look at it carefully and I think you will see what I mean -- the vacuum element's actuation rod is a piece of flat sheet metal the end of which is folded in a tight U. This U piece slides over the flat arm that connects to the lock's little flap. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 vacuum locking question
On Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:05:50 -0600 Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Been a while since I was under the floormat of a 123 with a vacuum pump, but if you pull up the driver side floormat, You should be able to plug off the line going to the trunk until you get a new part. No, you would have to block two lines off in the passenger's footwell and then you would not have the fuel flap locking. The only way to block off only the lines to the trunk's element is in the trunk, just like I did it. The tool of choice is a golf tee. I have two painted golf tees, and they leak when put in the end of the rubber connectors (I tried). The galvanized fencing staple (like one with which you secure barbed wire) seals well and is only one thing in there instead of two. Oh, and I forgot to add the procedure I wrote up in 2002 (with minor corrections since) to my original posting: = From: Craig McCluskey mcclus...@mail.utexas.edu To: die...@mbz.org Subject: Re: [DIESEL] vacuum line ID Date: Mon, 2 Sep 2002 13:36:18 -0500 X-Mailer: Sylpheed version 0.7.4 (GTK+ 1.2.10; i586-pc-linux-gnu) It is a W123 Like Larry said, you need a MityVac. In the engine compartment, tapping off the vacuum pump to brake booster line, you will have a single check valve (to permit air to flow toward the vp-bb line and not the reverse). This will have a rubber cross connected to its output. Check the check valve with your MityVac for one-way flow only. The brown line goes to the engine shutoff via the ignition switch. The yellow/grey line goes to the vacuum reservoir in the trunk. Check these two lines with your MityVac to see that they hold vacuum. It will take a LOT of pumping to check the vacuum reservoir. The yellow line goes to the master door vacuum switch. Take apart the driver's door and remove the master switch from the door. Don't disconnect the vacuum lines, but thread everything so they come out of the door below the window. Remove from the master switch the rubber tubing connecting the center (yellow) line to the master switch. Plug the end with a golf tee. Go back to the engine compartment and check the yellow line with your MityVac to see if it holds vacuum. Back at the driver's door, connect your MityVac to the rear line on the master switch. This is the locking line (probably yellow/red). If it doesn't hold vacuum you have a locking circuit problem. Now, connect your MityVac to the front line on the master switch. This is the unlocking line (probably yellow/green). If it doesn't hold vacuum you have a unlocking circuit problem. The two locking/unlocking lines go from the master switch to the rear outside part of the driver's footwell. Here they split into two. One pair goes to the rear driver's side door element. Check both lines and see that the button goes up and down. The other pair goes across the car to the rear of the front passenger footwell. Here they split for the front passenger's door element, the rear passenger's door element, and the fuel flap/trunk elements. Check each in turn. The yellow/grey line for the vacuum reservoir also goes through this area (it looks like there are three lines going to the front passenger's door; the vacuum reservoir line is the third). The fuel flap element requires removing the right wheelwell insert in the trunk. Once there, paritally loosen the ff element's mounting bolts and slide it up to where the screws will pass through the enlarged holes. Don't loose the spring or washer on the end of the actuation rod. The trunk element is accessed by removing the plastic plate on the inside of the trunk by the lock. All of this is described in Group 80 of the chassis shop manual. SOMEWHERE on Mickey's ftp site (ftp mickey1.dns2go.com, user mercedes, pass diesel) I have see PDF files of the various sections of the shop manual, but I couldn't find them last night. Maybe someone else (Mickey?) can tell you where. Hope that helps. Craig === Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 240D vacuum troubleshooting
On Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:39:49 -0800 (PST) Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Anyway doors lock and unlock again and the car shuts down, a good day. Congratulations! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member
On Wed, 23 Feb 2011 22:36:33 -0500 andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Someone from down under - please post a link to a reputable charity so we can give what they need most in NZ right now - money!! I just viewed one of the live streams and they had an interview of an upper-level official there who said they were well covered with the money aspect. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The star goes on last
On Wed, 23 Feb 2011 22:16:22 -0500 Walt Zarnoch zarnoch...@gmail.com wrote: The automation in that plant gives me a raging brainer, such beauty, such perfection! It's a symphony of motion control nirvana, with an art for style. The car is an amazing piece of engineering. The manufacturing plant is even more so! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W124 AT Shifting into Rev Problem
Well, I only have 18K miles on the present filter/fluid (total miles are 190K) - I usually change at 30K so I guess that means tranny time? I assume it uses enough Special Tools to make it difficult for the home mechanic to attempt? I'd really rather not replace the AT at this time but I guess most would say the same thing - Time to check with Rusty - I assume he offers a warranty? I'll go to Rusty's website and browse - Thanks for the help --- Larry Let your engine tell you how healthy it is! Visit www.youroil.net For Inexpensive Oil Test Kits! - Original Message - From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thu, 24 Feb 2011 02:07:11 - (UTC) Subject: Re: [MBZ] W124 AT Shifting into Rev Problem I'd try changing the filter and fluid. If that doesn't fix it, call Rusty and get a rebuilt one on the way, or Kaleb for a used one. On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 7:30 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Thats the first sign its worn out and needing a rebuild On 2/23/2011 7:21 PM, LarryT wrote: Hello - After working uneventfully for 4+ years, I shifed into reverse and it only *slowly* engaged and started to move – especially once I gave it some gas. It had never done this before – I checked the fluid level and it was a little low – like 1/4” below the low mark – I topped it off and it only got slightly better. It’s a 91 300D W124. Any ideas? Any vacuum lines that might be culprits? TIA - LarryT ___ -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The star goes on last
Did you notice the under-dash assembly? It certainly doesn't look like something someone wuld repair a single component in -- and it all goes into the body in one piece. It also looked like the chassis with drivetrain is seperate from the body - then mated as two parts. I'm guessing they are welded together, not bolted, making the unibody chassis. On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 10:40 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Wed, 23 Feb 2011 22:16:22 -0500 Walt Zarnoch zarnoch...@gmail.com wrote: The automation in that plant gives me a raging brainer, such beauty, such perfection! It's a symphony of motion control nirvana, with an art for style. The car is an amazing piece of engineering. The manufacturing plant is even more so! Craig -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W124 AT Shifting into Rev Problem
Don't place an order on my recommendation - wait till someone with BTDT experience chimes in -- I've only had to deal with one dead tranny - in the SLC. The TC ground itself into little pieces, and spread them throughout the tranny - no doubt about that one. On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 10:54 PM, Larry T l02tur...@comcast.net wrote: Well, I only have 18K miles on the present filter/fluid (total miles are 190K) - I usually change at 30K so I guess that means tranny time? I assume it uses enough Special Tools to make it difficult for the home mechanic to attempt? I'd really rather not replace the AT at this time but I guess most would say the same thing - Time to check with Rusty - I assume he offers a warranty? I'll go to Rusty's website and browse - Thanks for the help --- Larry -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] waxed glass
Yeah, dish soap does a number on wax, dawn/palmolive would work, likely anything that's tough on grease or etc. I follow up with windex whenever I do a windshield, helps keep it nice and streak free. Walt On Wed, Feb 23, 2011 at 4:07 PM, Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: Well it hasn't rained here yet so I can't provide a field report, but I'll share when I can. I think Dawn dish detergent would work well to remove the wax if needed? -Max From: relng...@aol.com relng...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tue, February 22, 2011 10:37:55 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] waxed glass OK List Folk, is there someone here who does advocate waxing car windows?.. OK. There is nothing wrong with waxing all the glass except the windshield which would be foolish. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
