Re: [MBZ] 36k acres [was: Re: OT - Natural Gas generators]
Actually, almost anything I want to do... haha. My neighbors are respectful and few and it is peaceful. When the sun goes down I can get see the stars instead of street lights and the incessant whine of ex-wives or bad politicians are never heard. To date parking for my collection of Mercedes and other vehicles has not been a problem... ;)) Despite the common thought that desert is bone dry, dusty and only cactus, it is rich with both plant and animal life and a large river runs through it.. It is different than eastern land. One adjustment had to be made in winter however, I have to shovel the sunshine off the driveway twice a day so I can walk to the garden and pick fresh vegetables in January. Grant... On Tue, Aug 30, 2011 at 8:45 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Tue, 30 Aug 2011 08:27:10 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: geez, what do you do with 36k acres? That would be my dream come true. You have to keep in mind what kind of acres they are, though. Consider bone-dry, dusty, cactus, and not much else. 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] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery
I knew Mercedes engineers thought of everything, but a bear proximity light? Whow, I'm impressed ! These guys think of everything hahaha... [400 lb brown bear in the dark could have you for a snack... glad to hear you weren't bear sammich] On a more serious note, glad you found it, electrical faults can be a real pain. On Tue, Aug 30, 2011 at 10:24 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:08:33 -0600 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Tue, 30 Aug 2011 21:17:58 -0700 Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: So, something is now draining the battery. All I need to do is find out what! :-) Rear dome light switch? Always a fave! Easy enough to check! Thanks! I thought to myself, It's dark out, now's a perfect time to check that out! So I went outside without a flashlight, since the streetlight a couple of houses down casts some light our way. Outside, I saw it wasn't the dome light, but was the light at the bottom of the rear-driver's side door. I opened the passenger-side rear door and reclosed it. It seemed the light at the bottom of the passenger-side door came on. I went around to the driver's side and opened and reclosed the rear door. Nothing changed. I waited awhile and still nothing changed, nothing went off. I heard some dogs barking to the north and looked. I saw a 400 - 500# brown bear headed north (fortunately!). I figured that was enough and locked the car and went in, leaving the battery charger in place. So, are the rear, bottom-of-door lights supposed to go off immediately when the door is closed, or time delay like the light by the inside rear view mirror? 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] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery
Craig wrote: Ah, joy! Why does it seem like a new car I get always develops problems? My 300SD 'developed' that problem the first time I parked it for more than one day. Turned out the dreaded chrysler servo was stuck and drawing 0.4a trying to park itself continuously. ___ 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] How to force thermostat open
Forgot about that Not sure how thermostat became Tatar? Damned autocorrect. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 30, 2011, at 11:46 PM, Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: Dan Penoff wrote: Why would using a forced open Tatar be any different that just running without one? I presume you mean t-stat, or thermostat. *smiles* On an OM61x engine, the thermostat is actually a pair of valves. When it operates, the bypass vvalve closes and the radiator valve opens. Remove the thermostat entirely and the flow mostly seems to go through the bypass, not the radiator. I believe I used a piece of 1/4 copper pipe, cut down the side split open, then crimped around the center shaft to hold it open. --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] 40 years of MB Dieselling
On Tue, Aug 30, 2011 at 7:16 AM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote:
1st car '31 Model A Ford 5 window coupe in '53 ($150), upgrade to '40
Ford
in '54, '51 Chevy in '55, etc.
Well, I sure am a youngun'!
First car, a '78 Datsun 200SX bought in 1988. Second, a '80 Saab
900GLE 5-door bought in 1991. Lots of Mercedes, more Saabs, and the
occasional BMW and Audi since then. I caught the European car bug
from the first Saab and never recovered!
Alex
('27?) Model T Ford touring car bought in 1946. ($25.00) Joint ownership
with two other teenagers. Drove it from the sellers to the RV park since I
had
the only license. After that we only drove it in the local area since it
didn't have
a tag.
Parents found apartment, we left the RV (trailer) park, and I never saw it
again.
Next car was a hand-me-down '35 Chevrolet and an assortment that. Those
were
poor times in Florida.
Gerry.
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Re: [MBZ] Ax fan
Now I am confused. Fuse # 11 was blue and blew after a few hours several times. I replaced it with a red one, thinking it was higher. Wrong indeed but it lasted much longer. The Aux fan is on it's own fuse (# c - 16A PK) I just found out So I am pretty sure the culprit is the blower or its resistor array. The fuse blowing after I replaced the Aux fan must be just coincidence. Red = 16A, PK = 16A per service manual. Where is the difference On Tue, Aug 30, 2011 at 11:28 PM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: Blue is 24A, Red is 16A. (White is 8A, and I think Yellow is 5A.) They do not make larger ones. One major cause of fuse death is overheating due to bad electrical contact in the fuse box. The other major cause is overload, use an ammeter to figure out which problem you have. -- Jim ___ 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] Dummkopfe
It was a '84 (last model year). On Tue, Aug 30, 2011 at 8:44 PM, Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: Hans wrote: That's how my all time favorite '86 W123 300D died I thought W123 ended in 1984? You must have had one of the last ones produced? 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 -- Hans Neureiter, Katy, TX '82 300SD ___ 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] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery
Don't forget antenna retractor and possible radio remote (hidden) amplifier. I've had one of each causing dead batteries. Wilton - Original Message - From: Craig diese...@pisquared.net To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 11:41 PM Subject: [MBZ] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery Having just bought a new battery for our '95 E320, I was very frustrated to come out to a dead car this morning. I had the charging system checked when I bought the battery and it passed. So, something is now draining the battery. All I need to do is find out what! :-) I have it on a 6 Amp charger and will check what the current drops down to in the morning. Ah, joy! Why does it seem like a new car I get always develops problems? 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] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery
So, are the rear, bottom-of-door lights supposed to go off immediately when the door is closed, Mine (126) all do. Pinched wire? Anybody work on that door lately? Try removing the light fixture, see that it and its wiring is all OK. -- Jim ___ 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] Aux fan
Main blower can take out even 24A fuses, isn't one of the factory retrofits (to some car or another) to put it on an external 30A strip fuse? But if the blower is kept off of high it will never draw maximum current, unless there is some kind of electrical fault. (Intermittent, probably.) -- Jim ___ 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] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery
--text follows this line-- Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net writes: So, are the rear, bottom-of-door lights supposed to go off immediately when the door is closed, Mine (126) all do. Pinched wire? Anybody work on that door lately? Try removing the light fixture, see that it and its wiring is all OK. Quick temporary fix, remove that bulb. -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery
I hope you meant a Black Bear. I don't know of anywhere in the US that has Brown Bears in a desert! OTOH I guess there are brown-coated Black Bears. Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Craig Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 10:24 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery On Tue, 30 Aug 2011 23:08:33 -0600 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Tue, 30 Aug 2011 21:17:58 -0700 Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: So, something is now draining the battery. All I need to do is find out what! :-) Rear dome light switch? Always a fave! Easy enough to check! Thanks! I thought to myself, It's dark out, now's a perfect time to check that out! So I went outside without a flashlight, since the streetlight a couple of houses down casts some light our way. Outside, I saw it wasn't the dome light, but was the light at the bottom of the rear-driver's side door. I opened the passenger-side rear door and reclosed it. It seemed the light at the bottom of the passenger-side door came on. I went around to the driver's side and opened and reclosed the rear door. Nothing changed. I waited awhile and still nothing changed, nothing went off. I heard some dogs barking to the north and looked. I saw a 400 - 500# brown bear headed north (fortunately!). I figured that was enough and locked the car and went in, leaving the battery charger in place. So, are the rear, bottom-of-door lights supposed to go off immediately when the door is closed, or time delay like the light by the inside rear view mirror? 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] OT - Natural Gas generators
What Grant said. Also, don't oversize because that significantly increases fuel burn at idle. In other words, don't size the system to run the whole house normally. Standby units are almost always in standby, which IMO rules out diesel or gasoline for fuel. If propane, you'll need a big tank because (1) you'll burn a lot and (2) small tanks may not maintain pressure at high flow rates. Standby units are not maintenance free; you'll need to change oil and filters and check/service the battery at least annually; gasoline and diesel units requite more MX. Generac and rebranded Generac (Centurian and Guardian) and a few others come with an auto transfer switch (big $$ as a stand-alone purchase) which is a major plus for those packages. Remember that the unit needs to be weather-proof as it will be outdoors all the time and must be located at least 3 ft away from the house, more if there are windows nearby. Give thought to which loads will be on the generator and how they'll be connected. For a big generator, it may be easier to add a subpanel for those loads and run the subpanel off the transfer switch; this has the added benefit of allowing you to add/change some loads in case you forget something important. At my last house (in FL), my neighbor (who owned electrician business) had a huge water-cooled 40KW natural gas unit. And he let us hook up after hurricanes (usually 2-4 days) while power was off. This happened a lot in those days. We learned that a little power went a long way: just 1-2 lamps, the refrigerator, computer, TV, and a couple fans made a huge difference. In fact pulling power through over 200ft of 12 ga extension cords, we found we couldn't run the computer and refrigerator at the same time but that small amount of power was still wonderful. Scott -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of G Mann Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 12:02 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Natural Gas generators Some items to consider in generator selection for use in a real disaster. 1. If it's an earthquake disaster, Gas lines will be broken, or as a precaution all main supply valves will be shut off until safety can be ensured via inspection for the whole area. During that time, your NG generator will be without fuel, you will be without electricity. 2. If it's a hurricane, with damage on even small scale, homes will be blown away ripping out the gas line connection which will once again require shutting down the main supply to the gas grid system for the entire area. Result, you are out of gas and electricity with no fuel source for the backup generator 3. Nuke attack Let's don't go there. However, presuming you survive, will the gas mains? Size selection is a matter of calculation of electrical load for necessary function. Easy enough to do with a bit of thought and work. Fuel choice: Gasoline doesn't store well, goes stale with time, and presents a real fire hazard for storage. Diesel has fewer flash fire issues, lasts much longer with simple biocide treatment to keep alge growth in control. It is hydroscopic so should be sealed against water intrusion. Cost: Gas generators large enough to run a house systems can be in the less than a 1000 bucks range. Diesel gensets cost more [$1500 to $10K about]. lasts longer in useful hour life span, aren't available in smaller sizes [3500 Watt is about the low end size]. Propane fueled generators use more fuel than either gas or diesel simply because propane [or natural gas] has less BTU per comparable volume of fuel. Propane stores pretty well, as in independent source from the vulnerable NG grid , as a third option. However, you may have local permit issues with a large propane tank in your yard. My personal experience: I live on a remote 36,000 acre ranch [that's 35 sq. miles] in western Arizona. The nearest power pole is 42 miles away, so for me, normal is your emergency. I have all the electrical items [likely] that you have and the order of electrical generation works for me like this. 1. Solar system , 4.5 KW system.. Primary. normal house things, computer, lights, refrig. 2. Diesel Generator, 7.5 KW system... Secondary 120/240, 3 phase available 3. Diesel Generator. 3.5 KW system... Secondary backup. 120/240... 4. Gas Generator, 3.5 KW system Reserve secondary backup, mobile rig 120/240 with welders on trailer, also wired to run well pumps. 5. Gas Generator, 1.2 KW system House system backup reserve, [dedicated to refrig/deep freeze and lights. [phased usage required since it's to small to handle start loads on all the items at one time. 6. Numerous 12 volt solar panels dedicated to small battery banks to run things like the electric entry gate, security cameras, electrified fences, communication relays, etc. As you may guess, I'm a great fan of not depending on public services [since there are none where I am]
Re: [MBZ] OT - Natural Gas generators
I haven't had a chance to elaborate on this topic as I would liked to last night - it's on my agenda for this evening - but I do want to comment on something said in the quoted post: Fuel consumption at idle (which is a misleading term, since standby generators don't idle, they run at a constant speed of 1800 or 3600 RPM) is static. The only thing that affects fuel consumption at no load is altitude and temperature. Since altitude isn't going to change, that leaves temperature. Long story short, fuel consumption at no load is static. It doesn't change. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 1:34 PM, Scott and Gwen Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: What Grant said. Also, don't oversize because that significantly increases fuel burn at idle. In other words, don't size the system to run the whole house normally. Standby units are almost always in standby, which IMO rules out diesel or gasoline for fuel. If propane, you'll need a big tank because (1) you'll burn a lot and (2) small tanks may not maintain pressure at high flow rates. Standby units are not maintenance free; you'll need to change oil and filters and check/service the battery at least annually; gasoline and diesel units requite more MX. Generac and rebranded Generac (Centurian and Guardian) and a few others come with an auto transfer switch (big $$ as a stand-alone purchase) which is a major plus for those packages. Remember that the unit needs to be weather-proof as it will be outdoors all the time and must be located at least 3 ft away from the house, more if there are windows nearby. Give thought to which loads will be on the generator and how they'll be connected. For a big generator, it may be easier to add a subpanel for those loads and run the subpanel off the transfer switch; this has the added benefit of allowing you to add/change some loads in case you forget something important. At my last house (in FL), my neighbor (who owned electrician business) had a huge water-cooled 40KW natural gas unit. And he let us hook up after hurricanes (usually 2-4 days) while power was off. This happened a lot in those days. We learned that a little power went a long way: just 1-2 lamps, the refrigerator, computer, TV, and a couple fans made a huge difference. In fact pulling power through over 200ft of 12 ga extension cords, we found we couldn't run the computer and refrigerator at the same time but that small amount of power was still wonderful. Scott -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of G Mann Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 12:02 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Natural Gas generators Some items to consider in generator selection for use in a real disaster. 1. If it's an earthquake disaster, Gas lines will be broken, or as a precaution all main supply valves will be shut off until safety can be ensured via inspection for the whole area. During that time, your NG generator will be without fuel, you will be without electricity. 2. If it's a hurricane, with damage on even small scale, homes will be blown away ripping out the gas line connection which will once again require shutting down the main supply to the gas grid system for the entire area. Result, you are out of gas and electricity with no fuel source for the backup generator 3. Nuke attack Let's don't go there. However, presuming you survive, will the gas mains? Size selection is a matter of calculation of electrical load for necessary function. Easy enough to do with a bit of thought and work. Fuel choice: Gasoline doesn't store well, goes stale with time, and presents a real fire hazard for storage. Diesel has fewer flash fire issues, lasts much longer with simple biocide treatment to keep alge growth in control. It is hydroscopic so should be sealed against water intrusion. Cost: Gas generators large enough to run a house systems can be in the less than a 1000 bucks range. Diesel gensets cost more [$1500 to $10K about]. lasts longer in useful hour life span, aren't available in smaller sizes [3500 Watt is about the low end size]. Propane fueled generators use more fuel than either gas or diesel simply because propane [or natural gas] has less BTU per comparable volume of fuel. Propane stores pretty well, as in independent source from the vulnerable NG grid , as a third option. However, you may have local permit issues with a large propane tank in your yard. My personal experience: I live on a remote 36,000 acre ranch [that's 35 sq. miles] in western Arizona. The nearest power pole is 42 miles away, so for me, normal is your emergency. I have all the electrical items [likely] that you have and the order of electrical generation works for me like this. 1. Solar system , 4.5 KW system.. Primary. normal house things, computer, lights, refrig. 2. Diesel Generator, 7.5 KW
Re: [MBZ] OT - Natural Gas generators
Dan Penoff wrote: Long story short, fuel consumption at no load is static. It doesn't change. I think Scott's point was that a 40kw generator running at no load will burn a lot more fuel than a 15kw generator running at no load. Mitch. ___ 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] Craigslist Search
I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan Sent from my iPhone ___ 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] Craigslist Search
The only one that I found that has been reliable over the years is searchtempest. Anything else will pretty much violate the TOS of CL. Mostly I just use RSS feeds for the local region. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 02:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan Sent from my iPhone ___ 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] Craigslist Search
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 2:06 PM, Rolf r...@winmutt.com wrote: The only one that I found that has been reliable over the yearse a is searchtempest. Anything else will pretty much violate the TOS of CL. Mostly I just use RSS feeds for the local region. Ditto on RSS feeds, I have a bunch that I set up in Google Reader. Works fine from the web or, if you swing that way, the Android Google Reader app. You can change cities just by changing the prefix in the feed, so if you are searching for the same things in the area then it is pretty quick to paste one and edit the base URL. Of course a month ago I'd have said Jaxed, but... Best, -Tim ___ 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] Craigslist Search
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 11:06 AM, Rolf r...@winmutt.com wrote: The only one that I found that has been reliable over the years is searchtempest. Anything else will pretty much violate the TOS of CL. Wow, that's awesome! Thanks, Rolf! I have long nursed a grudge against CL for deliberately crippling their search feature so that not only can't you do any kind of Boolean search, but also non-alphanumeric characters are stripped out (for example, try searching for 5.0 mustang---your results will include any ad with 50 in it). Searchtempest looks like it gives back most of what I want, although regexps would be nice... 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] OT - Natural Gas generators
Point well taken. However, no load fuel consumption is minimal at best, compared to 25-50% or more. Lightly loaded generators are a very common occurrence, but this is mainly due to having adequate capacity for transient loads like motors. Not a lot you can do about it Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 2:01 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Dan Penoff wrote: Long story short, fuel consumption at no load is static. It doesn't change. I think Scott's point was that a 40kw generator running at no load will burn a lot more fuel than a 15kw generator running at no load. Mitch. ___ 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] Craigslist Search
Yup, what others are saying. SearchTempest (ST) used to be stellar but CL made them change something awhile back (forgot what it was) and it became less useful. Still, taking time to learn their search formatting helps A LOT. If going national or international, adding a ST RSS feed to Google Reader makes it infinitely easier. After you set parameters and see the results, click the Feeds For This Search link for instructions on loading it into Google. The interface is cleaner with fewer pages to click through. Like Rolf, I now use RSS - actually an autoloading Firefox RSS browser plug-in. On Aug 31, 2011, at 11:06 AM, Rolf wrote: The only one that I found that has been reliable over the years is searchtempest. Anything else will pretty much violate the TOS of CL. Mostly I just use RSS feeds for the local region. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 02:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan ___ 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] How to force thermostat open
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 3:15 AM, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: Not sure how thermostat became Tatar? Damned autocorrect. Can't remember if I linked to this before: http://damnyouautocorrect.com Warning: not for the easily offended. 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] OT - Natural Gas generators
Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com writes: Lightly loaded generators are a very common occurrence, but this is mainly due to having adequate capacity for transient loads like motors. Not possible to have some big capacitor banks wired in, to handle transient loads like that? Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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 - Natural Gas generators
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 11:37 AM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com writes: Lightly loaded generators are a very common occurrence, but this is mainly due to having adequate capacity for transient loads like motors. Not possible to have some big capacitor banks wired in, to handle transient loads like that? That's the idea, as I understand it, behind the whole-house off-the-grid systems where you run full-time off a big bank of batteries, which is charged when necessary by a generator running relatively briefly at full load (as well as by solar panels, wind turbines, or whatever). 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
[MBZ] If you put a carbureted engine in a SEL, does it become a SL?
http://annarbor.craigslist.org/ctd/2571271444.html The 'L' in SDL stands for limited edition luxury: http://flint.craigslist.org/cto/2574335160.html AMG 500SEL? http://centralmich.craigslist.org/ctd/2573992844.html If this /8 coupe could talk, it'd say 'I spent 20 years sitting in a field': http://centralmich.craigslist.org/ctd/2573974554.html Not a bad price for a good running 2.6: http://saginaw.craigslist.org/cto/2571614634.html ___ 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] If you put a carbureted engine in a SEL, does it become a SL?
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 11:55 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: http://annarbor.craigslist.org/ctd/2571271444.html Euro lights too! Definitely needs a 500SL badge off an R129 to totally confuse people. 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] OT - Natural Gas generators
Not to my knowledge, but the technology exists using capacitors to decrease inrush current for motor starting. This is an issue in particular for AC compressors, as they are real beasts when it comes starting currents. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 2:37 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com writes: Lightly loaded generators are a very common occurrence, but this is mainly due to having adequate capacity for transient loads like motors. Not possible to have some big capacitor banks wired in, to handle transient loads like that? Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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] Craigslist Search
But using an RSS feed only allows you to get a feed for achieve category, not a specific search string, correct? I want to be able to search for something like vintage stereo, for example. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 2:31 PM, w123wa...@gmail.com wrote: Yup, what others are saying. SearchTempest (ST) used to be stellar but CL made them change something awhile back (forgot what it was) and it became less useful. Still, taking time to learn their search formatting helps A LOT. If going national or international, adding a ST RSS feed to Google Reader makes it infinitely easier. After you set parameters and see the results, click the Feeds For This Search link for instructions on loading it into Google. The interface is cleaner with fewer pages to click through. Like Rolf, I now use RSS - actually an autoloading Firefox RSS browser plug-in. On Aug 31, 2011, at 11:06 AM, Rolf wrote: The only one that I found that has been reliable over the years is searchtempest. Anything else will pretty much violate the TOS of CL. Mostly I just use RSS feeds for the local region. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 02:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan ___ 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] Craigslist Search
I use an app called craigs notifica on my Android phone. Works very similar to Searchtempest but mobile so very handy to be notified right away. Mike On Aug 31, 2011 2:03 PM, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan Sent from my iPhone ___ 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] Craigslist Search
Craigs notifica will do that easily. Mike On Aug 31, 2011 3:10 PM, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: But using an RSS feed only allows you to get a feed for achieve category, not a specific search string, correct? I want to be able to search for something like vintage stereo, for example. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 2:31 PM, w123wa...@gmail.com wrote: Yup, what others are saying. SearchTempest (ST) used to be stellar but CL made them change something awhile back (forgot what it was) and it became less useful. Still, taking time to learn their search formatting helps A LOT. If going national or international, adding a ST RSS feed to Google Reader makes it infinitely easier. After you set parameters and see the results, click the Feeds For This Search link for instructions on loading it into Google. The interface is cleaner with fewer pages to click through. Like Rolf, I now use RSS - actually an autoloading Firefox RSS browser plug-in. On Aug 31, 2011, at 11:06 AM, Rolf wrote: The only one that I found that has been reliable over the years is searchtempest. Anything else will pretty much violate the TOS of CL. Mostly I just use RSS feeds for the local region. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 02:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan ___ 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] Craigslist Search
Run any search you want and click on the rss link on the results page. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 03:10 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: But using an RSS feed only allows you to get a feed for achieve category, not a specific search string, correct? I want to be able to search for something like vintage stereo, for example. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 2:31 PM, w123wa...@gmail.com wrote: Yup, what others are saying. SearchTempest (ST) used to be stellar but CL made them change something awhile back (forgot what it was) and it became less useful. Still, taking time to learn their search formatting helps A LOT. If going national or international, adding a ST RSS feed to Google Reader makes it infinitely easier. After you set parameters and see the results, click the Feeds For This Search link for instructions on loading it into Google. The interface is cleaner with fewer pages to click through. Like Rolf, I now use RSS - actually an autoloading Firefox RSS browser plug-in. On Aug 31, 2011, at 11:06 AM, Rolf wrote: The only one that I found that has been reliable over the years is searchtempest. Anything else will pretty much violate the TOS of CL. Mostly I just use RSS feeds for the local region. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 02:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan ___ 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] Craigslist Search
Gotcha. Never looked that closely... Thanks! Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 3:14 PM, Rolf r...@winmutt.com wrote: Run any search you want and click on the rss link on the results page. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 03:10 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: But using an RSS feed only allows you to get a feed for achieve category, not a specific search string, correct? I want to be able to search for something like vintage stereo, for example. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 2:31 PM, w123wa...@gmail.com wrote: Yup, what others are saying. SearchTempest (ST) used to be stellar but CL made them change something awhile back (forgot what it was) and it became less useful. Still, taking time to learn their search formatting helps A LOT. If going national or international, adding a ST RSS feed to Google Reader makes it infinitely easier. After you set parameters and see the results, click the Feeds For This Search link for instructions on loading it into Google. The interface is cleaner with fewer pages to click through. Like Rolf, I now use RSS - actually an autoloading Firefox RSS browser plug-in. On Aug 31, 2011, at 11:06 AM, Rolf wrote: The only one that I found that has been reliable over the years is searchtempest. Anything else will pretty much violate the TOS of CL. Mostly I just use RSS feeds for the local region. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 02:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan ___ 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] Craigslist Search
Its obfuscated for sure, who ever scrolls to the bottom anymore? Thats just where the lawyers shove the fine print. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 03:15 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: Gotcha. Never looked that closely... Thanks! Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 3:14 PM, Rolfr...@winmutt.com wrote: Run any search you want and click on the rss link on the results page. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 03:10 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: But using an RSS feed only allows you to get a feed for achieve category, not a specific search string, correct? I want to be able to search for something like vintage stereo, for example. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 2:31 PM, w123wa...@gmail.com wrote: Yup, what others are saying. SearchTempest (ST) used to be stellar but CL made them change something awhile back (forgot what it was) and it became less useful. Still, taking time to learn their search formatting helps A LOT. If going national or international, adding a ST RSS feed to Google Reader makes it infinitely easier. After you set parameters and see the results, click the Feeds For This Search link for instructions on loading it into Google. The interface is cleaner with fewer pages to click through. Like Rolf, I now use RSS - actually an autoloading Firefox RSS browser plug-in. On Aug 31, 2011, at 11:06 AM, Rolf wrote: The only one that I found that has been reliable over the years is searchtempest. Anything else will pretty much violate the TOS of CL. Mostly I just use RSS feeds for the local region. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 02:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan ___ 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 ___ 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] Craigslist Search
www.crazedlist.com On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 3:18 PM, Rolf r...@winmutt.com wrote: Its obfuscated for sure, who ever scrolls to the bottom anymore? Thats just where the lawyers shove the fine print. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 03:15 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: Gotcha. Never looked that closely... Thanks! Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 3:14 PM, Rolfr...@winmutt.com wrote: Run any search you want and click on the rss link on the results page. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 03:10 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: But using an RSS feed only allows you to get a feed for achieve category, not a specific search string, correct? I want to be able to search for something like vintage stereo, for example. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 2:31 PM, w123wa...@gmail.com wrote: Yup, what others are saying. SearchTempest (ST) used to be stellar but CL made them change something awhile back (forgot what it was) and it became less useful. Still, taking time to learn their search formatting helps A LOT. If going national or international, adding a ST RSS feed to Google Reader makes it infinitely easier. After you set parameters and see the results, click the Feeds For This Search link for instructions on loading it into Google. The interface is cleaner with fewer pages to click through. Like Rolf, I now use RSS - actually an autoloading Firefox RSS browser plug-in. On Aug 31, 2011, at 11:06 AM, Rolf wrote: The only one that I found that has been reliable over the years is searchtempest. Anything else will pretty much violate the TOS of CL. Mostly I just use RSS feeds for the local region. -Rolf On 08/31/2011 02:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/**archive/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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] How to force thermostat open
Alex Chamberlain wrote: Can't remember if I linked to this before: http://damnyouautocorrect.com Warning: not for the easily offended. Perhaps the powerless Andrew would like these: http://damnyouautocorrect.com/11767/6-hurricane-irene-autocorrect-fails/ ___ 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 - Natural Gas generators
Excellent point Dan. Generators must turn at a set RPM in order to have the correct number of passes per minute between stator and field. It makes electricity whether or not you use it. It is ready, so a generator doesn't idle like your car at a stoplight. The fuel speed control only reacts to load to keep it at the speed which makes the desired 120 or 240 volts. On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 10:57 AM, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: I haven't had a chance to elaborate on this topic as I would liked to last night - it's on my agenda for this evening - but I do want to comment on something said in the quoted post: Fuel consumption at idle (which is a misleading term, since standby generators don't idle, they run at a constant speed of 1800 or 3600 RPM) is static. The only thing that affects fuel consumption at no load is altitude and temperature. Since altitude isn't going to change, that leaves temperature. Long story short, fuel consumption at no load is static. It doesn't change. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 1:34 PM, Scott and Gwen Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: What Grant said. Also, don't oversize because that significantly increases fuel burn at idle. In other words, don't size the system to run the whole house normally. Standby units are almost always in standby, which IMO rules out diesel or gasoline for fuel. If propane, you'll need a big tank because (1) you'll burn a lot and (2) small tanks may not maintain pressure at high flow rates. Standby units are not maintenance free; you'll need to change oil and filters and check/service the battery at least annually; gasoline and diesel units requite more MX. Generac and rebranded Generac (Centurian and Guardian) and a few others come with an auto transfer switch (big $$ as a stand-alone purchase) which is a major plus for those packages. Remember that the unit needs to be weather-proof as it will be outdoors all the time and must be located at least 3 ft away from the house, more if there are windows nearby. Give thought to which loads will be on the generator and how they'll be connected. For a big generator, it may be easier to add a subpanel for those loads and run the subpanel off the transfer switch; this has the added benefit of allowing you to add/change some loads in case you forget something important. At my last house (in FL), my neighbor (who owned electrician business) had a huge water-cooled 40KW natural gas unit. And he let us hook up after hurricanes (usually 2-4 days) while power was off. This happened a lot in those days. We learned that a little power went a long way: just 1-2 lamps, the refrigerator, computer, TV, and a couple fans made a huge difference. In fact pulling power through over 200ft of 12 ga extension cords, we found we couldn't run the computer and refrigerator at the same time but that small amount of power was still wonderful. Scott -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of G Mann Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 12:02 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Natural Gas generators Some items to consider in generator selection for use in a real disaster. 1. If it's an earthquake disaster, Gas lines will be broken, or as a precaution all main supply valves will be shut off until safety can be ensured via inspection for the whole area. During that time, your NG generator will be without fuel, you will be without electricity. 2. If it's a hurricane, with damage on even small scale, homes will be blown away ripping out the gas line connection which will once again require shutting down the main supply to the gas grid system for the entire area. Result, you are out of gas and electricity with no fuel source for the backup generator 3. Nuke attack Let's don't go there. However, presuming you survive, will the gas mains? Size selection is a matter of calculation of electrical load for necessary function. Easy enough to do with a bit of thought and work. Fuel choice: Gasoline doesn't store well, goes stale with time, and presents a real fire hazard for storage. Diesel has fewer flash fire issues, lasts much longer with simple biocide treatment to keep alge growth in control. It is hydroscopic so should be sealed against water intrusion. Cost: Gas generators large enough to run a house systems can be in the less than a 1000 bucks range. Diesel gensets cost more [$1500 to $10K about]. lasts longer in useful hour life span, aren't available in smaller sizes [3500 Watt is about the low end size]. Propane fueled generators use more fuel than either gas or diesel simply because propane [or natural gas] has less BTU per comparable volume of fuel. Propane stores pretty well, as in independent source from the vulnerable NG grid , as a third
[MBZ] OT: DCM speakers (was: OT: Bang Olufsen Beomaster / Vintage Stereo)
I just did an A/B of my Time Windows (no model number on the back, so I guess they are version 1.0, as it were) and Time Frame 400s. I think my earlier off-the-cuff assessment was pretty accurate. The Time Frames seem to have a sort of built-in smile-shaped frequency response. Treble is sharper, almost shrill. There's much more bass but it's not at all boomy or thumpy. The Time Windows have a smooth, warm, even sound all across the spectrum. The best way I can describe it is that it's kind of like listening to vinyl on a good turntable for the first time after getting used to CDs. There's definitely much less bass than with the Time Frames, though. I can see why Jim uses a subwoofer with his Time Windows. The differences are really more subtle than I have made them out to be. I'm sure non-audiophiles would not be able to tell the difference, or if they could, wouldn't care. I would be perfectly happy with either, I'd just turn down the treble a notch on my preamp if I were to use the Time Frames. 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] OT - Natural Gas generators
What do you use for internet? On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 10:01 PM, G Mann g2ma...@gmail.com wrote: Some items to consider in generator selection for use in a real disaster. 1. If it's an earthquake disaster, Gas lines will be broken, or as a precaution all main supply valves will be shut off until safety can be ensured via inspection for the whole area. During that time, your NG generator will be without fuel, you will be without electricity. 2. If it's a hurricane, with damage on even small scale, homes will be blown away ripping out the gas line connection which will once again require shutting down the main supply to the gas grid system for the entire area. Result, you are out of gas and electricity with no fuel source for the backup generator 3. Nuke attack Let's don't go there. However, presuming you survive, will the gas mains? Size selection is a matter of calculation of electrical load for necessary function. Easy enough to do with a bit of thought and work. Fuel choice: Gasoline doesn't store well, goes stale with time, and presents a real fire hazard for storage. Diesel has fewer flash fire issues, lasts much longer with simple biocide treatment to keep alge growth in control. It is hydroscopic so should be sealed against water intrusion. Cost: Gas generators large enough to run a house systems can be in the less than a 1000 bucks range. Diesel gensets cost more [$1500 to $10K about]. lasts longer in useful hour life span, aren't available in smaller sizes [3500 Watt is about the low end size]. Propane fueled generators use more fuel than either gas or diesel simply because propane [or natural gas] has less BTU per comparable volume of fuel. Propane stores pretty well, as in independent source from the vulnerable NG grid , as a third option. However, you may have local permit issues with a large propane tank in your yard. My personal experience: I live on a remote 36,000 acre ranch [that's 35 sq. miles] in western Arizona. The nearest power pole is 42 miles away, so for me, normal is your emergency. I have all the electrical items [likely] that you have and the order of electrical generation works for me like this. 1. Solar system , 4.5 KW system.. Primary. normal house things, computer, lights, refrig. 2. Diesel Generator, 7.5 KW system... Secondary 120/240, 3 phase available 3. Diesel Generator. 3.5 KW system... Secondary backup. 120/240... 4. Gas Generator, 3.5 KW system Reserve secondary backup, mobile rig 120/240 with welders on trailer, also wired to run well pumps. 5. Gas Generator, 1.2 KW system House system backup reserve, [dedicated to refrig/deep freeze and lights. [phased usage required since it's to small to handle start loads on all the items at one time. 6. Numerous 12 volt solar panels dedicated to small battery banks to run things like the electric entry gate, security cameras, electrified fences, communication relays, etc. As you may guess, I'm a great fan of not depending on public services [since there are none where I am] respectfully suggest that in a real emergency you quickly find yourself in the same situation. Grant... On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 8:07 PM, OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks for putting the generator hat on! I ran a crude spreadsheet calculation against the propane generators on Amazon, and found this one - almost too good to be true -- http://www.amazon.com/Sportsman-GEN7000LP-7000-Watt-Portable-Generator/dp/B004BKI0ZM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8qid=1314673188sr=8-1 It produces 8.86 watts/$, vs. a Generac 7kW at 3.89 watts/$. On Mon, Aug 29, 2011 at 7:52 PM, LWB250 lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: Generator hat on The whole thing when it comes to stationary standby generators is determining what your critical loads are. Until you do that, you're just flailing around. Make a list of must have loads and write down their wattages. The worst case ones will be small, fractional horsepower motors, like sump pumps and furnace blowers. Single phase motors are horribly inefficient when it comes to starting current, so you've got to have enough reserve to handle their inrush current. From there look at things like fridge, freezer, basic lighting, garage door opener, etc. Generac and other manufacturers have some good sizing programs on the Web that allow you to do the calculations. Just keep in mind that these are general values and not 100% accurate. It's a guide to give you an idea of what you need capacity-wise. Once you know what you need kW-wise you can start looking. Stationary sets run off propane vapor or natural gas. Be careful when shopping, as propane has a much higher BTU content than natural gas, so machines are often rated on propane with deration percentages if it's on natural gas. Usually you'll see a 10%-15% deration on natural gas. Install
Re: [MBZ] Aux fan
I keep is set to auto which I bleive selects speeds 2-3-4. You are correct; it must be some intermittend problem because there were times when the blower wouldn't come on at all for a while. What do you know about replacements. I see there is a bare motor available for ~$ 80 and a complete unit with fan for ~ $ 250. Somehow I recall it is almost impossible to transfer the fan wheel. Thanks for your help. On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 10:10 AM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: Main blower can take out even 24A fuses, isn't one of the factory retrofits (to some car or another) to put it on an external 30A strip fuse? But if the blower is kept off of high it will never draw maximum current, unless there is some kind of electrical fault. (Intermittent, probably.) -- Jim ___ 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] W116, more fuel leaks
Got the new O-ring for the center stem of the fuel filter, and tried to use the manual pump to purge any air. The pump was leaking as I operated it, and after screwing it back down and starting the car, there is now a massive fuel leak around the pump stem. I double checked that it was screwed down. Any easily-replacable O-rings there? Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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] Craigslist Search
Crazed list will allow for saved searches, just bookmark a search. -Curt Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:03:16 -0400 From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Craigslist Search Message-ID: de18da66-c3a2-445c-b51f-aad7e2308...@yahoo.com Content-Type: text/plain;charset=us-ascii I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan Sent from my iPhone ___ 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] W116, more fuel leaks
Replace the old style screw down pump with the new style thumb pump -- the old in is not really repairable, and the new ones do not require screwing down (and also do not leak). Peter ___ 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 - Natural Gas generators
What are you folks paying for propane? I acquired a 10KW propane powered genset last winter but have yet to set it up or even try to start it for that matter. The documentation suggests it can be converted to NG but that it would then only be 8KW. Propane and tanks are somewhat expensive however and I have NG at the house so my thought was to do the switch over. I do, however, see that Propane stored separately might be better. Randy ___ 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 - Natural Gas generators
Randy Bennell wrote: What are you folks paying for propane? 1.999 per US gallon last year, 2.399 this year, plus sales tax. Tank rental built into the price. That's for prepaying in July for October-April's propane. I assume Canadian pricing would be different. ___ 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] Craigslist Search
I use craigslist pro on my iphone. On the home computer I used craized list (or something like that, search for it) On 8/31/2011 2:10 PM, Michael Canfield wrote: I use an app called craigs notifica on my Android phone. Works very similar to Searchtempest but mobile so very handy to be notified right away. Mike On Aug 31, 2011 2:03 PM, Dan Penofflwb...@yahoo.com wrote: I am looking for a good CL search engine or utility that will allow me to save and schedule searches. I know there are a lot of CL junkies out there, so let me know what you use and/or find helpful. Thanks! Dan Sent from my iPhone ___ 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
[MBZ] FS - Stahwille / Hazet / Snap On Hex Drivers/Sockets for MB
Hey all, I have some hex drivers sockets that I used on my diesels up for sale. If anyone is interested in the lot or just a few let me know. Hazet 8801K - 3/8 drive hex driver 10mm short Hazet 8801 - 3/8 drive hex driver 10mm Hazet 2747 - 3/8 drive hex driver 5mm long Hazet 2748 - 3/8 drive hex driver 6mm long Hazet 8501-5 - 1/4 drive hex driver 5mm Hazet 8501-6 - 1/4 drive hex driver 6mm Hazet 985 - 1/2 drive hex driver 14mm (differential) Snap On TMABM5E - 1/4 drive 5mm ball head hex driver Snap On TMABM6E - 1/4 drive 6mm ball head hex driver Snap On PAM5E - 3/8 5mm hex driver Snap On PAM6E - 3/8 6mm hex driver Snap On SAM14E - 1/2 drive hex driver 14mm Snap On SAM17E - 1/2 drive hex driver 17mm Snap On 14mm allen Snap On TMAM5E - 1/4 drive 5mm hex driver ground down Snap On TMAM6E - 1/4 drive 6mm hex driver Snap On FLE120A - 3/8 drive E12 (axle shafts) Stahwille - 3/8 drive 8mm stubby (fan clutch) Stahwille 1/2 drive 12 pt deep well socket 27mm Stahwille 1/2 drive 12 pt depp well socket 30mm Stahwille 3054X (MB 617 589 00 10 00) cylinder head bolt MB lock pin for steering box *SOLD* Thanks, Brian -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: IMG00223-20110731-0051.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 197852 bytes Desc: not available URL: http://mail.okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20110830/2bd50236/attachment.jpg -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: IMG00220-20110731-0030.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 271665 bytes Desc: not available URL: http://mail.okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20110830/2bd50236/attachment-0001.jpg ___ 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 - Natural Gas generators
Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca writes: I acquired a 10KW propane powered genset last winter but have yet to set it up or even try to start it for that matter. The documentation suggests it can be converted to NG but that it would then only be 8KW. Propane and tanks are somewhat expensive however and I have NG at the house so my thought was to do the switch over. I do, however, see that Propane stored separately might be better. If convenience is primary, and the 8KW is adequate, convert. For maximum independence get a big propane tank, assuming you have no zoning or neighborhood covenant issues that would prohibit it. Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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] W116, more fuel leaks
Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net writes: Replace the old style screw down pump with the new style thumb pump -- the old in is not really repairable, and the new ones do not require screwing down (and also do not leak). Ugh... $190 on Rusty's website. Anyone got a good used one? Kaleb? Peter ___ 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 -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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] W116, more fuel leaks
Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu writes: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net writes: Replace the old style screw down pump with the new style thumb pump -- the old in is not really repairable, and the new ones do not require screwing down (and also do not leak). Ugh... $190 on Rusty's website. Anyone got a good used one? Kaleb? Unless I can replace just the plunger part and not the whole assembly ... that's only about $20. http://www.buymbparts.biz/item.wws?sku=W0133-1715211itempk=10752mfr=Boschweight=0.13 Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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] W116, more fuel leaks
Allan Streib wrote: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net writes: Replace the old style screw down pump with the new style thumb pump -- the old in is not really repairable, and the new ones do not require screwing down (and also do not leak). Ugh... $190 on Rusty's website. I paid him about $15 for the last one, about 9 years ago. Ah, here we are: http://www.buymbparts.biz/item.wws?sku=W0133-1715211itempk=10752mfr=Boschweight=0.13 ___ 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: Ohm Acoustics Speakers (was DCM speakers (was: OT: Bang Olufsen Beomaster / Vintage Stereo)
Came across a set of Ohm Acoustics FRS-15 on CL. The owner wants $200 for the pair, says they're in excellent condition, both cosmetically and mechanically. I may go check them out. Any opinions on Ohm Acoustics? I already Googled them and found their web site and several threads in audio forums on them. The manufacturer is still around, and want big $$ for repairs. Hmm. Dan From: Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 5:33 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT: DCM speakers (was: OT: Bang Olufsen Beomaster / Vintage Stereo) I just did an A/B of my Time Windows (no model number on the back, so I guess they are version 1.0, as it were) and Time Frame 400s. I think my earlier off-the-cuff assessment was pretty accurate. The Time Frames seem to have a sort of built-in smile-shaped frequency response. Treble is sharper, almost shrill. There's much more bass but it's not at all boomy or thumpy. The Time Windows have a smooth, warm, even sound all across the spectrum. The best way I can describe it is that it's kind of like listening to vinyl on a good turntable for the first time after getting used to CDs. There's definitely much less bass than with the Time Frames, though. I can see why Jim uses a subwoofer with his Time Windows. The differences are really more subtle than I have made them out to be. I'm sure non-audiophiles would not be able to tell the difference, or if they could, wouldn't care. I would be perfectly happy with either, I'd just turn down the treble a notch on my preamp if I were to use the Time Frames. 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 ___ 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] W116, more fuel leaks
Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net writes: Allan Streib wrote: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net writes: Replace the old style screw down pump with the new style thumb pump -- the old in is not really repairable, and the new ones do not require screwing down (and also do not leak). Ugh... $190 on Rusty's website. I paid him about $15 for the last one, about 9 years ago. Ah, here we are: http://www.buymbparts.biz/item.wws?sku=W0133-1715211itempk=10752mfr=Boschweight=0.13 Yeah I was looking at the entire primer pump assembly. So the new style plunger can replace the old directly? That's not bad then. Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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] W116, more fuel leaks
Allan Streib wrote: Yeah I was looking at the entire primer pump assembly. So the new style plunger can replace the old directly? That's not bad then. Two separate things here. There's the lift pump, and there's the hand primer pump that screws into it. One can do without a hand pump, but not get along with a hand pump that leaks air into or fuel out of the system. Mitch. ___ 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] vacuum wyes
Was replacing some dried out rubber connector wyes that connect the various vacuum lines in my W116. I noticed that the one that connects to the injection pump had a little plastic sleeve on one of the arms. Blowing through it, it seems that arm has a restrictor in it. All the connectors I have are unrestricted. What is the purpose of this restricted connector and is it critical? Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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] W116, more fuel leaks
I thought the newer primer pumps were relatively inexpensive? It's been a while since I bought one..., Dan Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 8:00 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Allan Streib wrote: Yeah I was looking at the entire primer pump assembly. So the new style plunger can replace the old directly? That's not bad then. Two separate things here. There's the lift pump, and there's the hand primer pump that screws into it. One can do without a hand pump, but not get along with a hand pump that leaks air into or fuel out of the system. Mitch. ___ 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] W116, more fuel leaks
Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com writes: I thought the newer primer pumps were relatively inexpensive? It's been a while since I bought one..., Yeah just the plunger is about $19. The entire assembly (called primer pump assembly on Rusty's site) was $190. Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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: Computer reliability
Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83 240D ___ 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: Computer reliability
My T60 is approaching 4 years old and is still under warranty since it came with a 3 year warranty that can be extended. nbsp;Unless Lenovo greatly degrades their quality, I will own ThinkPads for as long as I drive a Benz. Luther On Aug 31, 2011 7:16 PM, Gerry Archer lt;arche...@embarqmail.comgt; wrote: Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83nbsp; ___ 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 - Natural Gas generators
Allan Streib wrote: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com writes: Lightly loaded generators are a very common occurrence, but this is mainly due to having adequate capacity for transient loads like motors. Not possible to have some big capacitor banks wired in, to handle transient loads like that? Capacitors are DC only. You could use excess generator capacity to pump water up a hill and let it run back down through a genset during high load. But that would be too slow for the inrush from a starting motor --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
Re: [MBZ] OT - Natural Gas generators
Inductors are for AC --- On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 7:53 PM, Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: Allan Streib wrote: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com writes: Lightly loaded generators are a very common occurrence, but this is mainly due to having adequate capacity for transient loads like motors. Not possible to have some big capacitor banks wired in, to handle transient loads like that? Capacitors are DC only. You could use excess generator capacity to pump water up a hill and let it run back down through a genset during high load. But that would be too slow for the inrush from a starting motor --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 -- 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] OT: Computer reliability
I have several company t60s here, they are beat to hell Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 7:49 PM, Luther's Benz benz-n-h...@gulseth.net wrote: My T60 is approaching 4 years old and is still under warranty since it came with a 3 year warranty that can be extended. nbsp;Unless Lenovo greatly degrades their quality, I will own ThinkPads for as long as I drive a Benz. Luther On Aug 31, 2011 7:16 PM, Gerry Archer lt;arche...@embarqmail.comgt; wrote: Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83nbsp; ___ 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] Ax fan
It is a fairly new breaker, the problem is there is too much stuff on that circuit. It runs the kitchen, lounge and computer room/office. For instance, turn on the toaster and electric kettle at the same time and that will trip the breaker. We are onto a sparky mate but he is a slacker and has been promising for weeks to check it out/split the circuit. Hendrik who has dishwasher issues Allan Streib wrote: Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au writes: who has a circuit in the house that keeps tripping the fuse, which is 16A and will not be upgraded Consider replacing that breaker (assuming it is a breaker, since you said tripping not blowing). The things can actually get tired with age and will trip at under the rated current. We had a 15A breaker that kept popping about once a week, I could not find any trouble with anything on the circuit so I replaced the breaker, and never another issue with it. Allan ___ 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] W116, more fuel leaks
the manual pump to purge any air. The pump was leaking as I operated it, and after screwing it back down and starting the car, there is now a massive fuel leak around the pump stem. There are two seals in the screw-down one, neither are separately available. The one that seals it when screwed down, however, is easily replaceable (IIRC) but you have to make your own. (Scissors, buna-N rubber gasket mat'l.) I did this on the Frankenheap. The other seal makes a mess when you pump, and cannot be replaced without basically destroying the pump, but so long as the pump doesn't leak air when not in use you can put up with a bit of that. -- Jim ___ 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: DCM speakers (was: OT: Bang Olufsen Beomaster / Vintage Stereo)
I can see why Jim uses a subwoofer with his Time Windows. Don't have TW's, have TF500 (and TF400). The sub was procured while I was using EPI A70 bookshelf speakers, which the 500's replaced. No reason to decommission the sub at that point, but there was somewhat less reason to use it than with the EPI's. TW's were too expensive for me when I bought the TF's. -- Jim ___ 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: Computer reliability
Slave cylinder is easy, you just need to know if you've got the old type or new and get a new gasket with it. Which reminds me I bought a new gasket for mine... The clutch master cylinder and its rod on the other hand, thats a completely different story... -Curt Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:50:22 -0500 From: Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Computer reliability Message-ID: CALk3cy7xmHjNqaaqXROo8p_DF6jN=gjt7glmdh19e9feotl...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 --R wrote: yabbut if it is not something you are concerned about at the time you just blow through it, then figure the listers will be nice enough to answer again when you do need to know. Can we talk about changing a clutch slave cylinder agian? 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
Re: [MBZ] OT - Natural Gas generators
having adequate capacity for transient loads like motors. Not a lot you can do about it Go hybrid: Larger battery UPS being charged/fed by a smaller continuous genset. -- Jim ___ 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 - Natural Gas generators
If propane, you'll need a big tank because (1) you'll burn a lot and (2) small tanks may not maintain pressure at high flow rates. Liquid feed! The IMPCO fuel evaporator/regulator is the gold standard here. Plumbs into the cooling system to get the heat. -- Jim ___ 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: Computer reliability
I've made a career out of remembering things. I also spend a lot of time reading things and remembering them. Sometimes its something I can't turn off though... -Curt Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2011 22:45:41 -0400 From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Computer reliability Message-ID: 4e5da055.5070...@constructivity.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed That was Andrew that got the whole thing started? (Shows how much attention I paid to it, though I did bookmark the link...) --R On 8/30/11 7:35 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: Yeahbut Andrew asked this question on the 18th. Allen, Dan and I responded exactly the same way we have today... I think its reasonable to expect Andrew to remember asking his own dang question, especially after 3 of us answered the same. Of course today I see the reality is that he didn't like our answers... -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] W116, more fuel leaks
000 090 00 50 $18.95 from Rusty. NOT $190 Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred On 8/31/2011 7:36 PM, Allan Streib wrote: Peter Frederickpsf...@earthlink.net writes: Replace the old style screw down pump with the new style thumb pump -- the old in is not really repairable, and the new ones do not require screwing down (and also do not leak). Ugh... $190 on Rusty's website. Anyone got a good used one? Kaleb? Peter ___ 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: Computer reliability
Why would plugging and unplugging it be a pain? I've used my MacBook Pro for almost 4 years for software development and movies, music, etc. They are thinner than many Windows laptop making it easy to carry. The power supplies are small with long cords or you can change the cord to a 2-blade connector and the power connection on the laptop side is magnetic so if you trip over the cord your laptop doesn't go flying. Apple also sells an Airport Express WiFi adapter that is the same size as the power supply. I usually carry one of these with me too. That way if I'm at someone's house and they can't remember the password or whatever I'll ask if I can connect my wifi to their router. All of this is vastly more comfortable to carry than my last work issued Dell or Compaq machines. The newer Mac's have Thunderbolt which is basically puts PCI bus on an external cable and one cable can connect the monitor, any keyboards, mice, hard drives, etc. Brian On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 5:45 PM, Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.comwrote: Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83 240D __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/**archive/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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] 36k acres [was: Re: OT - Natural Gas generators]
Perfect conditions for an auto graveyard. Kaleb is interested. --R On 8/30/11 11:45 PM, Craig wrote: On Tue, 30 Aug 2011 08:27:10 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: geez, what do you do with 36k acres? That would be my dream come true. You have to keep in mind what kind of acres they are, though. Consider bone-dry, dusty, cactus, and not much else. 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] W116, more fuel leaks
Fred Moir fred.s...@verizon.net writes: 000 090 00 50 $18.95 from Rusty. NOT $190 Yep I was looking at the assembly not just the manual plunger/pump. Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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: Computer reliability
Hard drive going flaky? or something on the board? --R On 8/31/11 7:45 PM, Gerry Archer wrote: Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83 240D ___ 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 Good, better, Bosch dishwashers
Our Whirlpoo dishwasher is making some expensive noises and I might have to get another one, or wash the dishes by hand, which takes me half a day. I am going to look at a S/H Bosch machine on Saturday, as it seems Bosch are the best ones unless you want to spend a squillion. Any experience with Bosch dishwashers? Some people say that the quality of the Bosch washers is going downhill as they try to cut costs by manufacturing low end machines in Turkey. I pulled the bottom of our current dishwasher and tested the pump, all seems to be working. Hendrik ___ 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: Computer reliability
Do they have parallel ports on the back? --R On 8/31/11 9:10 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I have several company t60s here, they are beat to hell ___ 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] 36k acres
Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net writes: Perfect conditions for an auto graveyard. Kaleb is interested. No cooincidence that there are several large airliner parking lots out in the desert southwest. Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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 Good, better, Bosch dishwashers
Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au writes: Our Whirlpoo dishwasher is making some expensive noises and I might have to get another one, or wash the dishes by hand, which takes me half a day. I am going to look at a S/H Bosch machine on Saturday, as it seems Bosch are the best ones unless you want to spend a squillion. Any experience with Bosch dishwashers? Some people say that the quality of the Bosch washers is going downhill as they try to cut costs by manufacturing low end machines in Turkey. We have a KitchenAid, and have been very pleased with it for over 5 years. Stainless steel tub, and a very to-the-point control panel (three cycles: normal, heavy-duty, rinse only). Sorry I'm not answering your question about Bosch; no experience with that brand in appliances. Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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 Good, better, Bosch dishwashers
I have bought and installed 2 Bosch dishwashers to replace POS whatevers. They are very quiet (wifey just started ours a few minutes ago, can't hear it running) and do a great job washing the dishes in them. All the models seem to have the same guts but differ in the controls (location, buttons, electronic, etc.) and the tray thingies inside. I bought one a coupla years ago from Lowes (our big box home supplies store) from the floor, was the cheap model with pushbuttons, and got the guy to swap the trays in it with another one there that had ones I liked better. (then I beat him down on the price because it was a floor display) Last I heard the US Bosch dishwashers were manufactured here in the US, in North or maybe South Carolina. Not sure what y'all get in the Antipodes. When you remove your old one, save the insulator blanket and put it on the new one, to get double quiet! --R On 8/31/11 9:57 PM, Hendrik Fay wrote: Our Whirlpoo dishwasher is making some expensive noises and I might have to get another one, or wash the dishes by hand, which takes me half a day. I am going to look at a S/H Bosch machine on Saturday, as it seems Bosch are the best ones unless you want to spend a squillion. Any experience with Bosch dishwashers? Some people say that the quality of the Bosch washers is going downhill as they try to cut costs by manufacturing low end machines in Turkey. I pulled the bottom of our current dishwasher and tested the pump, all seems to be working. Hendrik ___ 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] 36k acres
Yea I would move there Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 9:03 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net writes: Perfect conditions for an auto graveyard. Kaleb is interested. No cooincidence that there are several large airliner parking lots out in the desert southwest. Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ 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] Bears [was: Re: Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery]
On Wed, 31 Aug 2011 10:01:56 -0700 Greg Fiorentino gf...@dslnorthwest.net wrote: I hope you meant a Black Bear. I don't know of anywhere in the US that has Brown Bears in a desert! OTOH I guess there are brown-coated Black Bears. I stand corrected. I did some looking and decided it actually must have been Ursus americanus amblyceps, New Mexico black bear, which can have a brown coat. Brown bears are much larger and are only in very far north continental U.S. and through Canada up and into Alaska. But remember, we are in the mountains here in Los Alamos (which burned rather vigorously the last week in June and the first week in July). 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] OT Good, better, Bosch dishwashers
Daughter and SIL have Bosch they love them. Daughter's is 5 years old and had no problems. SIL is about 15 yo and only repair was door gasket thanks to one of her nieces. Both units are very quite more than a few feet away and you can't tell they are running. Russ W. On 8/31/2011 8:57 PM, Hendrik Fay wrote: Our Whirlpoo dishwasher is making some expensive noises and I might have to get another one, or wash the dishes by hand, which takes me half a day. I am going to look at a S/H Bosch machine on Saturday, as it seems Bosch are the best ones unless you want to spend a squillion. Any experience with Bosch dishwashers? Some people say that the quality of the Bosch washers is going downhill as they try to cut costs by manufacturing low end machines in Turkey. I pulled the bottom of our current dishwasher and tested the pump, all seems to be working. Hendrik ___ 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: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3868 - Release Date: 08/30/11 ___ 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] OT Good, better, Bosch dishwashers
On Aug 31, 2011 10:09 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote:
Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au writes:
Any experience with Bosch dishwashers? Some people say that the
quality of the Bosch washers is going downhill as they try to cut
costs by manufacturing low end machines in Turkey.
Quality is probably luck of the draw if you are shopping low end of any
brand. {Possibly also high end, for that matter.) By way of personal
experience I once bought a broken Bosch washer, it was easy to work on.
However it wasn't supposed to be broken, thus I returned it after proving
what was wrong would cost money to fix.
We have a Fisher Paykel DD602 we bought known broken and I nursed back to
health; that machine is great to work on because you can leave one drawer
inop and the other one still works! It is showing its age but was cheap
($100 pickup only on Ebay), it seems like they should be more common on your
side of the world...
If you don't want a used dishwasher then I have no ideas, I've only bought
one new - cheapest of the cheap - and it was loud and annoying. Then I sold
the house.
Best,
Tim
Alternatively, why don't you just ask your butler to do the dishes?
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Re: [MBZ] OT Good, better, Bosch dishwashers
Don't think KitchenAid sell dishwasher in Oz. Hendrik who is the Kitchen aid Allan Streib wrote: Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au writes: Our Whirlpoo dishwasher is making some expensive noises and I might have to get another one, or wash the dishes by hand, which takes me half a day. I am going to look at a S/H Bosch machine on Saturday, as it seems Bosch are the best ones unless you want to spend a squillion. Any experience with Bosch dishwashers? Some people say that the quality of the Bosch washers is going downhill as they try to cut costs by manufacturing low end machines in Turkey. We have a KitchenAid, and have been very pleased with it for over 5 years. Stainless steel tub, and a very to-the-point control panel (three cycles: normal, heavy-duty, rinse only). Sorry I'm not answering your question about Bosch; no experience with that brand in appliances. Allan ___ 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] 36k acres
Probably not warm enough here for you --- you wouldn't need that summer time jacket. On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 9:13 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.netwrote: Yea I would move there Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 9:03 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net writes: Perfect conditions for an auto graveyard. Kaleb is interested. No cooincidence that there are several large airliner parking lots out in the desert southwest. Allan -- -- 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] OT Good, better, Bosch dishwashers
Yeah the Bosch units have a reputation for being quiet. The S/H one I am looking at is made in the Fatherland. The problem I see is that a Whirlpool machine is not worth repairing, specially seeing that a main wash pump costs between AU$250-300 and that may not be the problem with it, getting an expert out to look at it will cost $$$'s, so I figure spending AU$150 on an older Bosch makes more sense, at least a Bosch will be worth repairing. There is a fair price range of different new Bosch models, from AU$600-AU$2000, so I am not sure if the internal bits on a 600 machine is the same as a 2K machine. As a side note, I think Siemens sells re-branded Bosch dishwashers and Miele don't have that good a reputation anymore http://www.productreview.com.au/c/dishwashers/m/miele.html http://www.productreview.com.au/c/dishwashers/m/bosch.html Hendrik Rich Thomas wrote: I have bought and installed 2 Bosch dishwashers to replace POS whatevers. They are very quiet (wifey just started ours a few minutes ago, can't hear it running) and do a great job washing the dishes in them. All the models seem to have the same guts but differ in the controls (location, buttons, electronic, etc.) and the tray thingies inside. I bought one a coupla years ago from Lowes (our big box home supplies store) from the floor, was the cheap model with pushbuttons, and got the guy to swap the trays in it with another one there that had ones I liked better. (then I beat him down on the price because it was a floor display) Last I heard the US Bosch dishwashers were manufactured here in the US, in North or maybe South Carolina. Not sure what y'all get in the Antipodes. When you remove your old one, save the insulator blanket and put it on the new one, to get double quiet! --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] OT: Computer reliability
The physical layout in the computer area makes changing laptops a pain. I've used PCs since before windows (for about 16 years) such that they've become second nature. I can see that after I've learned the Apple system as well as I know PC/Windows, I'll like it better since it has many advantages such as being faster and more intuitive than Windows. Apple, of course, does not have the installed base that Windows has; and that creates problems when trying to solve various glitches that arise. For example, I installed Snow Leopard and mail had problems. Isp couldn't help. Wiped the hd and installed Leopard 10.5xx that came with the Mac which helped but still couldn't receive mail. After talking to four techs at the isp, the last one finally transferred me to someone who knew Apple and he solved the problem in about five minutes. In general, I get along well on both the PC and the Mac and I'm even beginning to figure out Linux. Sort of a hobby after one retires, but a slow hobby since one doesn't learn as fast as when one is younger. I do carry the Macbook when I go out and like its thinness, smaller size, and less weight. My Macbook has built in wifi which works better than the PC at hotspots such as restaurants and airline terminals. This Macbook probably doesn't have Thunderbolt since it's 2 years old, but it sounds like it would be considerable advantage for one using it as a desktop. Gerry '83 300D '83 240D From: Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.com Why would plugging and unplugging it be a pain? I've used my MacBook Pro for almost 4 years for software development and movies, music, etc. They are thinner than many Windows laptop making it easy to carry. The power supplies are small with long cords or you can change the cord to a 2-blade connector and the power connection on the laptop side is magnetic so if you trip over the cord your laptop doesn't go flying. Apple also sells an Airport Express WiFi adapter that is the same size as the power supply. I usually carry one of these with me too. That way if I'm at someone's house and they can't remember the password or whatever I'll ask if I can connect my wifi to their router. All of this is vastly more comfortable to carry than my last work issued Dell or Compaq machines. The newer Mac's have Thunderbolt which is basically puts PCI bus on an external cable and one cable can connect the monitor, any keyboards, mice, hard drives, etc. Brian On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 5:45 PM, Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.comwrote: Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83 240D __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/**archive/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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 - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3868 - Release Date: 08/30/11 ___ 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] OT Good, better, Bosch dishwashers
But this begs the question, why would a manufacturer risk losing their
reputation for quality by cheaping out?
Guess we have all heard about companies starting/buying another company
to act as a agent for low end products, so as not to damage the main
companies image.
A good reputation takes years/decades to build and not very long to destroy.
The S/H Bosch I am looking at is supposed to be in good condition but I
would want the seller to guarantee that it is working as it should.
Don't know much about FP dishwashers but they don't have a good reputation
http://www.productreview.com.au/c/dishwashers/m/fisher-paykel.html
And the butler is busy polishing the wheels on the Merc, can't afford a
chauffeur as well.
Hendrik
Tim C wrote:
On Aug 31, 2011 10:09 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote:
Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au writes:
Any experience with Bosch dishwashers? Some people say that the
quality of the Bosch washers is going downhill as they try to cut
costs by manufacturing low end machines in Turkey.
Quality is probably luck of the draw if you are shopping low end of any
brand. {Possibly also high end, for that matter.) By way of personal
experience I once bought a broken Bosch washer, it was easy to work on.
However it wasn't supposed to be broken, thus I returned it after proving
what was wrong would cost money to fix.
We have a Fisher Paykel DD602 we bought known broken and I nursed back to
health; that machine is great to work on because you can leave one drawer
inop and the other one still works! It is showing its age but was cheap
($100 pickup only on Ebay), it seems like they should be more common on your
side of the world...
If you don't want a used dishwasher then I have no ideas, I've only bought
one new - cheapest of the cheap - and it was loud and annoying. Then I sold
the house.
Best,
Tim
Alternatively, why don't you just ask your butler to do the dishes?
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Re: [MBZ] OT: Computer reliability
Docking station makes hooking it up for desktop use simple Clay Sent from my iPad On Aug 31, 2011, at 18:49, Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.com wrote: Why would plugging and unplugging it be a pain? I've used my MacBook Pro for almost 4 years for software development and movies, music, etc. They are thinner than many Windows laptop making it easy to carry. The power supplies are small with long cords or you can change the cord to a 2-blade connector and the power connection on the laptop side is magnetic so if you trip over the cord your laptop doesn't go flying. Apple also sells an Airport Express WiFi adapter that is the same size as the power supply. I usually carry one of these with me too. That way if I'm at someone's house and they can't remember the password or whatever I'll ask if I can connect my wifi to their router. All of this is vastly more comfortable to carry than my last work issued Dell or Compaq machines. The newer Mac's have Thunderbolt which is basically puts PCI bus on an external cable and one cable can connect the monitor, any keyboards, mice, hard drives, etc. Brian On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 5:45 PM, Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.comwrote: Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83 240D __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/**archive/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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 - Natural Gas generators
Liquid withdrawal fuels systems are more efficient and less prone to variances in ambient temperatures, but the hardware involved makes them pricey. It's unusual to see liquid withdrawal unless the location has low ambient temperatures that would prevent vaporization in the main tank. Also, there is some potential for liquid withdrawal systems to have difficulty supplying full load fuel volumes on initial start if ambient temperatures are low. Without a fully functioning block heater, there may not be enough heat available from the cooling system water jacket to vaporize fuel quickly enough to generate the volume required for full load. Also, code does not allow liquid (high pressure) fuel supplies inside of a building, so the unit has to be outside. A liquid withdrawal system can easily add $1000 to the cost of a generator set. Dan From: Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 9:33 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Natural Gas generators If propane, you'll need a big tank because (1) you'll burn a lot and (2) small tanks may not maintain pressure at high flow rates. Liquid feed! The IMPCO fuel evaporator/regulator is the gold standard here. Plumbs into the cooling system to get the heat. -- Jim ___ 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: Computer reliability
Difficult to say since it only happens occasionally and the test programs show no problems. Also, it would be nice to have a faster PC with more memory and a dual cpu; neither of which the Compaq has. Gerry '83 300D '83 240D -- From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net Hard drive going flaky? or something on the board? --R On 8/31/11 7:45 PM, Gerry Archer wrote: Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83 240D ___ 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 - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3868 - Release Date: 08/30/11 ___ 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] OT - Natural Gas generators
Buy in bulk during the early to mid summer months, as that is when the price is usually lowest. Fall has a lot of farmers running grain dryers, so that can drive up the price later in the year. Winter, well, you can understand why prices are higher in the winter Former business partner had three 1000 gallon tanks on his property. Worked out a deal with his brother (next door, two 1000 gallon tanks) and the local propane supplier to buy once a year in mid summer. Cash, of course. Dan From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 7:13 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Natural Gas generators Randy Bennell wrote: What are you folks paying for propane? 1.999 per US gallon last year, 2.399 this year, plus sales tax. Tank rental built into the price. That's for prepaying in July for October-April's propane. I assume Canadian pricing would be different. ___ 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: Computer reliability
If you are going to go PC, buy s commercial (business) grade HP. We use thousands of them in the school district and most are pretty bulletproof. I had an 8540, and it was built like a brick doghouse and never gave me a moment's trouble. Dan From: Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 31, 2011 11:28 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Computer reliability Difficult to say since it only happens occasionally and the test programs show no problems. Also, it would be nice to have a faster PC with more memory and a dual cpu; neither of which the Compaq has. Gerry '83 300D '83 240D -- From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net Hard drive going flaky? or something on the board? --R On 8/31/11 7:45 PM, Gerry Archer wrote: Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83 240D ___ 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 - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3868 - Release Date: 08/30/11 ___ 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 ___ 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 Good, better, Bosch dishwashers
Bosch dishwashers truly rock. You can load them any which way and they
still get the dishes sparkling clean A quaint touch is the manual-clean
food strainer at the bottom, which is a snap to remove and clean.
On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 11:09 PM, Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.auwrote:
But this begs the question, why would a manufacturer risk losing their
reputation for quality by cheaping out?
Guess we have all heard about companies starting/buying another company to
act as a agent for low end products, so as not to damage the main companies
image.
A good reputation takes years/decades to build and not very long to
destroy.
The S/H Bosch I am looking at is supposed to be in good condition but I
would want the seller to guarantee that it is working as it should.
Don't know much about FP dishwashers but they don't have a good reputation
http://www.productreview.com.**au/c/dishwashers/m/fisher-**paykel.htmlhttp://www.productreview.com.au/c/dishwashers/m/fisher-paykel.html
And the butler is busy polishing the wheels on the Merc, can't afford a
chauffeur as well.
Hendrik
Tim C wrote:
On Aug 31, 2011 10:09 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote:
Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au writes:
Any experience with Bosch dishwashers? Some people say that the
quality of the Bosch washers is going downhill as they try to cut
costs by manufacturing low end machines in Turkey.
Quality is probably luck of the draw if you are shopping low end of any
brand. {Possibly also high end, for that matter.) By way of personal
experience I once bought a broken Bosch washer, it was easy to work on.
However it wasn't supposed to be broken, thus I returned it after proving
what was wrong would cost money to fix.
We have a Fisher Paykel DD602 we bought known broken and I nursed back to
health; that machine is great to work on because you can leave one drawer
inop and the other one still works! It is showing its age but was cheap
($100 pickup only on Ebay), it seems like they should be more common on
your
side of the world...
If you don't want a used dishwasher then I have no ideas, I've only bought
one new - cheapest of the cheap - and it was loud and annoying. Then I
sold
the house.
Best,
Tim
Alternatively, why don't you just ask your butler to do the dishes?
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Re: [MBZ] OT: Computer reliability
I've been spoiled by excellent workstation quality laptops. My work machine has been a laptop since 2003... Currently using a Dell Precision M4300, great machine. The Dell M90 it replaced was also a great machine but I prefer the 15 to the 17 M90. -Curt Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2011 19:45:23 -0400 From: Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] OT: Computer reliability Message-ID: 3B4077EFEB634F16A7AA865D82ECD872@PC466116028214 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=response Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83 240D ___ 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: Computer reliability
I can understand the support issues. When I moved from Window to Mac a few years ago I still needed to run Windows applications so I converted my work issued laptop to a virtual machine that I could use with VMWare Fusion. In my case I converted a Windows partition (bootcamp) to a virtual machine, but VMWare now has software you can install on the Windows machine and it will create a virtual machine on your Mac. It even will sync the two, so if you're writing a document in Word on the Windows machine while VMWare is creating the image, you'll have the most recent save on your virtual machine! Brian On Wed, Aug 31, 2011 at 9:28 PM, Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.comwrote: Difficult to say since it only happens occasionally and the test programs show no problems. Also, it would be nice to have a faster PC with more memory and a dual cpu; neither of which the Compaq has. Gerry '83 300D '83 240D --** From: Rich Thomas richthomas79TD300@**constructivity.netrichthomas79td...@constructivity.net Hard drive going flaky? or something on the board? --R On 8/31/11 7:45 PM, Gerry Archer wrote: Speaking of computer reliability, my Compaq laptop, which has been used as a desktop for five years, is showing signs of age with the occasional BSOD. (The very good Acronis program always restores it). While replacing the HD is an option, I'd rather get one of the bullet proof models that have been discussed on this list. The new MacBook works great (seven hours of battery time) but I use it off the desk, plugging and unplugging would be a pain, and I'm still learning my way around it with resultant loss of speed. Was it the Lenovo (Thinkpad) that was judged to be the best PC laptop? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D '83 240D __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/**archive/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1392 / Virus Database: 1520/3868 - Release Date: 08/30/11 __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/**archive/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery
On Wed, 31 Aug 2011 05:53:15 -0400 Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: My 300SD 'developed' that problem the first time I parked it for more than one day. Turned out the dreaded chrysler servo was stuck and drawing 0.4a trying to park itself continuously. Well, at least I don't have to worry about that. 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] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery
On Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:25:06 -0400 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Don't forget antenna retractor and possible radio remote (hidden) amplifier. I've had one of each causing dead batteries. Thanks for the reminder, Wilton. 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] Phantom Loads, or How to Kill a Battery
On Wed, 31 Aug 2011 11:28:46 -0400 Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: --text follows this line-- Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net writes: So, are the rear, bottom-of-door lights supposed to go off immediately when the door is closed, Mine (126) all do. Pinched wire? Anybody work on that door lately? Try removing the light fixture, see that it and its wiring is all OK. Quick temporary fix, remove that bulb. Now there's an idea. But it's both sides. 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] OT: Computer reliability
Do they still run? Bet they were dropped and abused too Luther KB5QHUOak Park, IL '87 300SDL (312,xxx mi) '91 Dodge Ram 150 (290,xxx mi) On 8/31/2011 8:10 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I have several company t60s here, they are beat to hell Sent from my iPhone On Aug 31, 2011, at 7:49 PM, Luther's Benzbenz-n-h...@gulseth.net wrote: My T60 is approaching 4 years old and is still under warranty since it came with a 3 year warranty that can be extended.nbsp;Unless Lenovo greatly degrades their quality, I will own ThinkPads for as long as I drive a Benz. Luther ___ 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: Computer reliability
Nope, the t60 is post-parallel. Luther KB5QHUOak Park, IL '87 300SDL (312,xxx mi) '91 Dodge Ram 150 (290,xxx mi) On 8/31/2011 9:04 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: Do they have parallel ports on the back? --R On 8/31/11 9:10 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I have several company t60s here, they are beat to hell ___ 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
