Re: [MBZ] The 240D LIVES!
On Feb 28, 2012 1:24 AM, Kevin Kraly kr...@comcast.net wrote: It seems to be idling too low. I've never adjusted the idle on any of my cars before. What tools are needed, and where is the adjustment located on the IP? I think you will have the fully-mechanical linkage like I do, in which case one of the rods needs to be extended (I think it's the one with the built-in slider) - but don't do it until you've run some diesel purge, those things are a bear to get right once they are out of spec. Drive with a heavy right foot until it either clears up or you ate confident it won't. Sounds like a great car, congratulations! Best, Tim TIA, Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The 240D LIVES!
Kevin Kraly wrote:It seems to be idling too low. I've never adjusted the idle on any of my cars before. What tools are needed, and where is the adjustment located on the IP? 1977 has a hand throttle, right? If it's been sitting a while, I'd dial up the idle knob in the dash to compensate, and then after a few dozen Italian tuneups, a filter change and valve adjust I'd look into raising the base idle at the IP if it's still a bit slow with the dash throttle at minimum. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The 240D LIVES!
I'd also want a couple of tanks of FRESH diesel and maybe some purge as Tim suggested before deciding the idle was low. 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
Re: [MBZ] The 240D LIVES!
What he said. More likely than not, once you get the thing cleaned out and some fresh fuel run through it for a few hundred miles, the idle will probably be OK. Dan On Feb 28, 2012, at 7:38 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Kevin Kraly wrote:It seems to be idling too low. I've never adjusted the idle on any of my cars before. What tools are needed, and where is the adjustment located on the IP? 1977 has a hand throttle, right? If it's been sitting a while, I'd dial up the idle knob in the dash to compensate, and then after a few dozen Italian tuneups, a filter change and valve adjust I'd look into raising the base idle at the IP if it's still a bit slow with the dash throttle at minimum. ___ 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] slooow
MA is really 3 states, theres the area on the coast, including Boston, then Central MA with the old factories and whatnot. Then theres the mostly rural west with its hippies and other assorted granola eaters. -Curt Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:57:54 -0500 From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] slooow Message-ID: 964ad7fc-b764-4031-8299-bf1436725...@yahoo.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Yeah, I knew that. Never been west of 495, although I always want to check out that part of the state. I never had the time when I was there, which was always business related Dan On Feb 27, 2012, at 8:51 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: I'm well west of 128, mostly west of 495. The hills get bigger as you go west in MA. -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] slooow
That's where James Taylor lives... I was just interested in seeing the Berkshires, that's all. Other that going north, like to Nashua, I have never been beyond 495. Dan On Feb 28, 2012, at 8:53 AM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: MA is really 3 states, theres the area on the coast, including Boston, then Central MA with the old factories and whatnot. Then theres the mostly rural west with its hippies and other assorted granola eaters. -Curt Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:57:54 -0500 From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] slooow Message-ID: 964ad7fc-b764-4031-8299-bf1436725...@yahoo.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Yeah, I knew that. Never been west of 495, although I always want to check out that part of the state. I never had the time when I was there, which was always business related Dan On Feb 27, 2012, at 8:51 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: I'm well west of 128, mostly west of 495. The hills get bigger as you go west in MA. -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 ___ 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] slooow
65 Mustang with the 170 cid inline 6, My '60 Falcon has the 144 I6. Prior to the Albatross it set my definition of 'underpowered', though with the 3-speed manual it's not really that bad. It'll definitely maintain speed in places where the Albatross could not. I've even pulled 30MPG in it a couple of times! (Cross-State college trips.) Usually more like 22, IIRC. Carries six people, too, but it's a whole lot less peppy if you do. My Frankenheap rarely gets highway time, but last week I drove up to one of the local ski hills (a school outing) which is a couple of hours away. The car did well, it was a real pleasure to drive, and not at all slow. -- 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] The 240D LIVES!
No sunroof! Congratulations - a great plus. Wilton - Original Message - From: Kevin Kraly kr...@comcast.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 1:24 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] The 240D LIVES! I got my hands a bit dirtier with the 240D today. I pulled out the rear bench seat to find very little mess underneath. The cloth backing on the seat upholstery is still intact, something I haven't seen on any of my W123's to date! Is it any co-inky-dink that this is the only one without a sunroof? HMMM! Other than the driver's seat, the MB-Tex and seat springs are in AWESOME shape. Also, the vacuum locks work!! The rear passenger door lock rod can't be moved by hand, and doesn't move with the other 3 locks. Under the hood, things are pretty good. While it was running, I walked around and listened. I had noticed a rattle when we first drove the car, and it was still there. I determined that it was coming from the right side of the engine, so I hit the stop lever and began feeling around. It turned out to be a loose bolt that holds the air filter bracket to the intake manifold. I removed the three bolts holding the air filter housing to get access to the offending bolt. Now that everything is put back as it should be, it sounds great! It seems to be idling too low. I've never adjusted the idle on any of my cars before. What tools are needed, and where is the adjustment located on the IP? TIA, Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel ___ 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] slooow
I like granola, too. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 8:53 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] slooow MA is really 3 states, theres the area on the coast, including Boston, then Central MA with the old factories and whatnot. Then theres the mostly rural west with its hippies and other assorted granola eaters. -Curt Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:57:54 -0500 From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] slooow Message-ID: 964ad7fc-b764-4031-8299-bf1436725...@yahoo.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Yeah, I knew that. Never been west of 495, although I always want to check out that part of the state. I never had the time when I was there, which was always business related Dan On Feb 27, 2012, at 8:51 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: I'm well west of 128, mostly west of 495. The hills get bigger as you go west in MA. -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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The 240D LIVES!
My '78 idles low until its fully warmed up, that could be the case here. It'd also be worth setting the valves and running a diesel purge to see if that helps. The bottle of Diesel Kleen I ran the other day seemed to help with a low idle... -Curt Date: Mon, 27 Feb 2012 22:24:01 -0800 From: Kevin Kraly kr...@comcast.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] The 240D LIVES! Message-ID: EF9EEBA4B1CC47468B14113912603E2D@KDogHP Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original I got my hands a bit dirtier with the 240D today. I pulled out the rear bench seat to find very little mess underneath. The cloth backing on the seat upholstery is still intact, something I haven't seen on any of my W123's to date! Is it any co-inky-dink that this is the only one without a sunroof? HMMM! Other than the driver's seat, the MB-Tex and seat springs are in AWESOME shape. Also, the vacuum locks work!! The rear passenger door lock rod can't be moved by hand, and doesn't move with the other 3 locks. Under the hood, things are pretty good. While it was running, I walked around and listened. I had noticed a rattle when we first drove the car, and it was still there. I determined that it was coming from the right side of the engine, so I hit the stop lever and began feeling around. It turned out to be a loose bolt that holds the air filter bracket to the intake manifold. I removed the three bolts holding the air filter housing to get access to the offending bolt. Now that everything is put back as it should be, it sounds great! It seems to be idling too low. I've never adjusted the idle on any of my cars before. What tools are needed, and where is the adjustment located on the IP? TIA, Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel ___ 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 very little rust on the body -- CL Idiot
Yep, no rust there, none at all, nosiree http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/2859638670.html There there is this one solid body http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/2867160142.html -_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
[MBZ] Who wanted a 300SEL?
beautiful lather interior http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/2874593252.html --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] Who wanted a 300SEL?
All that lather keeps it really clean. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 10:36 AM Subject: [MBZ] Who wanted a 300SEL? beautiful lather interior http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/2874593252.html --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Who wanted a 300SEL?
Sure it's not MB-text? Dan On Feb 28, 2012, at 10:38 AM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: All that lather keeps it really clean. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 10:36 AM Subject: [MBZ] Who wanted a 300SEL? beautiful lather interior http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/2874593252.html --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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] Who wanted a 300SEL?
Sadly, after 40+ years of excellent results MB-texting has been made illegal by The Man in many states. Tony Wirtel Former owner of Dan's 300E w/MB-text From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who wanted a 300SEL? Message-ID: 47e61978-067d-4d66-9ce4-57c5252ea...@yahoo.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Sure it's not MB-text? 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] $199 5 drawer tool cart from HF
I think the weight is comparable, but the Gladiator is double-wall, so the gauge may be thinner. If you have a Costco nearby you can check them out in person. Also read the reviews on Amazon. Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rolf Sent: Monday, February 27, 2012 9:18 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] $199 5 drawer tool cart from HF I think I looked at this as well. The HF required some assembly. Weighs 180lb. How much did yours weigh? Assuming overall weight is based primarily on gauge of walls. -Rolf On 2/27/2012 2:23 PM, Greg Fiorentino wrote: I found these on sale at Costco for $299 for the pair. I drove the few extra miles to the Portland store to save the sales tax. Both of the sets in the store had some minor dents. One was bad enough that one of the drawers would not open. The other set was missing keys. The store manager discounted 10% for the dents, and another 10% for the missing keys. So I walked out with the set for $239! Rolling the chest around without the drawers on the bottom unit allowed the drawers to slide open, a possible problem with the drawers loaded with tools. I emailed the company (Whirlpool), and they sent me a set of keys at no charge. They are not professional grade, but all ball-bearing drawers and fine if the cabinets are not banged around. http://www.amazon.com/Gladiator-GarageWorks-GATC26V9WG-Classic-9-Drawe r/dp/B 0046ZSXEU/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8qid=1320552677sr=8- http://www.amazon.com/Gladiator-GarageWorks-GATR27V5WG-5-Drawer-Roll-A way/dp /B0046ZSXDG/ref=pd_sbs_hi_4 or http://tinyurl.com/898abf5 http://tinyurl.com/6wsflj9 Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rolf Sent: Sunday, February 26, 2012 6:48 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] $199 5 drawer tool cart from HF http://www.harborfreight.com/five-drawer-service-cart-95272.html?utm_m edium= cseutm_source=googlebasehft_adv=40010mr:trackingCode=A6760F9E-782A- E011-B 31E-001B2163195Cmr:referralID=NA I shopped around for a bit and this, by far, was best bang for buck. -Rolf ___ 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] BioD was Volt vs. Gas
Was par for the past four months and when I filled up last, it had dropped below #2. I think the fuel oil moves much faster at my place, since they do home heating as well. BioD must be on contract, as I can not see them turning it over fast enough to keep up with present pricing. clay On Feb 27, 2012, at 9:47 PM, Kevin Kraly wrote: BioDiesel for .28 less than #2? That's gone the other way in the 10 years I've had an interest. I tried some bio in my first 300D. At that time in 2003, it was $.50 more than #2D. I'll have to check prices for bio in Portland since I don't believe it's available out here in the westside 'burbs. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ 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] BioD was Volt vs. Gas
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Re: [MBZ] OT very little rust on the body -- CL Idiot
http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/2859638670.html This one is sort of interesting. I always wonder when people say it should run or it needs very little to repair etc, why they don't just fix it before they advertise it if that is the case. 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 very little rust on the body -- CL Idiot
Zackly. Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 4:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT very little rust on the body -- CL Idiot http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/2859638670.html This one is sort of interesting. I always wonder when people say it should run or it needs very little to repair etc, why they don't just fix it before they advertise it if that is the case. 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 ___ 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] Fix It Again Tony Owner
FIAT = Failed Italian Attempt at Technology I drove in one of those 500's a while back and was not impressed, maybe they are better now? Hendrik who would rather have an Alfa Romeo On 27/02/12 05:15, Curt Raymond wrote: Isn't it amazing to see how fuel economy has become the big story lately? Its always the New 30mpg super-whatever now rather than the 3000hp super-whatever that it was 2 years ago. I think that the new hybrids/electric/whatevers helping push higher efficiency in regular gas cars. Well I suppose $3.50/gal gas helps that too. After the new Super Bowl commercial I really want to test-drive a Fiat 500 Abarth, then I looked up the specs and I really really want to test drive one... -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] Volt Owner with electric shock absorbers
I actually had a thought the other day, would it be possible to harness the energy that is produced by shock absorbers to charge the batteries? Hang on, already done and dusted http://www.technologyreview.in/energy/25274/ Hendrik who is always thinking On 27/02/12 08:39, Jim Cathey wrote: I think the serial hybrid, like a Diesel/electric locomotive, is the way to go - you get the effeciency of the electric drive train, and the freedom form the grid to travel cross country. I like the design of the Volt - they did a good job of managing the two poer sources. The recharger should be a paint-can-sized turbine. http://userweb.windwireless.net/~jimc/hybrids.html#REV -- 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 Macbook trackpad and LCD not working but linux is
It's a A1278 MacBookPro 13, couple of years old. Searching online reveals that it is a issue but of course Apple is taking the high moral ground and telling people nothing except that their products are that fantastic that they should pay through the nose for them, however Fay loves it but she falls in that category of people who have limited computer knowledge. Hendrik who is getting used to Ubuntus Oneiric Ocelot On 28/02/12 13:25, Dan Penoff wrote: Can offer any details about the Mac, as in model or order number? I can look it up in GSX (Apple's service system) and see if there are any issues with these parts. 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] OT Macbook trackpad and LCD not working but linux is
Go to ifixit.com and see if there is anything on there about a repair. They have reasonably-priced replacement parts too, at least until your gummint gets its paws into the deal. I repaired a macbook with a power board i got from them for $US80, Apple were saying $1000 to fix it (which is basically buy a new one). A few special screwdrivers and such, and a big sheet of paper to tape all the little bits to, with numbers of the step, and off you go. --R On 2/28/12 6:22 PM, Hendrik and Fay wrote: It's a A1278 MacBookPro 13, couple of years old. Searching online reveals that it is a issue but of course Apple is taking the high moral ground and telling people nothing except that their products are that fantastic that they should pay through the nose for them, however Fay loves it but she falls in that category of people who have limited computer knowledge. Hendrik who is getting used to Ubuntus Oneiric Ocelot On 28/02/12 13:25, Dan Penoff wrote: Can offer any details about the Mac, as in model or order number? I can look it up in GSX (Apple's service system) and see if there are any issues with these parts. 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] Fix It Again Tony Owner
Hendrik and Fay wrote: FIAT = Failed Italian Attempt at Technology Fix It Again, Tony? BTW, the shop that's fixing my S210 transmission has an Italian immigrant named Nick and his son, Tony, and they do advertise themselves as FIAT specialists. 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
Re: [MBZ] slooow
Curt wrote: Then theres the mostly rural west with its hippies and other assorted granola eaters. My amerika!! I wanna move there with my 3-pedal 240D. mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] FW: FW: Motion Blindness
This came my way from an old classmate. I found it fascinating. - From an ex-American Airlines Captain ... This is a great illustration of what we were taught about scanning outside the cockpit when I went through training back in the '50s. We were told to scan the horizon for a short distance, stop momentarily, and repeat the process. I can remember being told why this was the most effective technique to locate other aircraft. It was emphasized repeatedly to not fix your gaze for more than a couple of seconds on any single object. The instructors, some of whom were WWII veterans with years of experience, instructed us to continually keep our eyes moving and our head on a swivel because this was the best way to survive, not only in combat, but from peacetime hazards (like a midair collision) as well. We basically had to take the advice on faith (until we could experience for ourselves) because the technology to demonstrate it didn't exist at that time. Click on the link below for a demonstration ... http://www.msf-usa.org/motion.html http://www.msf-usa.org/motion.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] slooow
JimC wrote: ...but last week I drove up to one of the local ski hills (a school outing) You are an educator? I thought you were an engineer? mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Portland Biodiesel
I am planning to check out the prices at some of these local suppliers when the weather warms a bit and see how Greta the Jetta does on B99 or B100. Here is an article found online: Portland biodiesel prices drop below diesel By | June 15, 2010 Posted July 12, 2010 Effective immediately, SeQuential-Pacific Biodiesel in association with Leathers Fuels, Star Oilco and Powell Distributing are reducing the retail price for B99 biodiesel to $2.99 per gallon through Aug. 15 for a customer appreciation event, and to raise awareness for local, sustainable biodiesel. With petroleum diesel rising to over $3.25 at retail pumps, this marks the first time biodiesel is lower than petroleum diesel since hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005. Our customers have been so committed to cleaner burning local fuel, we felt this is the best way we can give back and show our appreciation, said Gavin Carpenter, regional sales manager with SeQuential-Pacific Biodiesel. The best part is not only can they fuel with a clean conscience knowing the bio is made 50 miles down I-5, they're saving money, and if diesel keeps rising, they could save a lot of money. SeQuential-Pacific operates Oregon's largest and most sustainable biodiesel facility, generating more than 5 million gallons a year. The primary feedstock for production is recycled cooking oil. Having already served its purpose in the food industry, recycled oil is one of the most sustainable feedstocks for biodiesel. Kettle Foods and Burgerville supply their used cooking oil to SeQuential along with thousands of other restaurants throughout the Northwest. Biodiesel is non-toxic and biodegradable and helps combat global warming while improving air quality. The city of Portland's diesel fleet currently runs an average blend of 20 percent biodiesel in its vehicles, and all diesel sold in Oregon is a 2 percent blend as part of the state's renewable fuel standard. The following locations will offer $2.99 Oregon-produced biodiesel through Aug. 15: Star Oilco: (503) 283-256. Locations: Linnton Shell, 11330 NW St. Helens Rd., Portland, Ore. 97231; Middlefield Rd., 232 NE Middlefield Rd., Portland, Ore. 97211; Cardlock, SW Hunziker Rd., 8185 SW Hunziker Rd., Tigard, Ore., 97223. Powell Distributing: (503) 289-5558. Locations: JL Mini-Mart, 6021 NE Portland Hwy, Portland, Ore. 97218; Jay's Garage, 734 SE 7th Ave, Portland, Ore. 97214; Vancouver Shell, 4409 NE 78th St, Vancouver, WA 98685. Leathers Enterprises: (503) 661-1244. Locations: Leathers Shell, 18145 SE Division, Gresham, Ore., 97236; Leathers Shell Aurora, 12334 Ehlen Road NE, Aurora, Ore. 97002. SOURCE: SEQUENTIAL-PACIFIC BIODIESEL ___ 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] Fix It Again Tony Owner
Was that a 1960's 500 or the current version? I ranked the 1960's Fiat 500 right up there with the Simca and Renaults of the time. On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 4:47 PM, Hendrik and Fay heni...@ozemail.com.auwrote: FIAT = Failed Italian Attempt at Technology I drove in one of those 500's a while back and was not impressed, maybe they are better now? Hendrik who would rather have an Alfa Romeo -- 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] BioD was Volt vs. Gas
clay wrote: ...since they do home heating as well. Stray question regarding oil refining. I think I have heard stories lately about the pipeline for the tar sand oil from Canada. Are they saying this oil is really dirty to refine? Shall we stray a bit off to politics? For what reason, other than buy-out of bureaucrats by big biz is this such a critical resource? Is there any position in the marketplace that big biz does not buy? Free markets, clean governance seem to be a thing of the past. While we have heard of dirty for generations, it seems to be much larger today than in the past?? I would guess free market is far from what we have here in the 'proud' 'ole USA (I am quickly losing any pride of being an american). The markets appear to be free, but are totally regulated beyond ability to let markets rule. That defines lack of free market to my thinking. Eliminate 'protective' regulation entirely. Let local rule. Let small rule. Let innovation rule. Let us suffer a bit of charlatan. Let us suffer a bit of failure. Let us suffer a few mishaps with snake oil. Let us learn what 'market rule' looks like, rather than the 'freedom' regulated by bureaucrats that we know today - yuk!! 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] Fix It Again Tony Owner
I've never driven one but I've ridden in one within the last 6 months. It was a red one so it looked and (strangely) smelled like a Target department store. Seemed like a good car, of course its VERY small but I rode in the back seat and it wasn't any worse than you would expect for what it is... Seemed to have plenty of power, shifted well, was reasonably comfortable. -Curt Date: Wed, 29 Feb 2012 09:17:51 +1030 From: Hendrik and Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fix It Again Tony Owner Message-ID: 4f4d5997.9020...@ozemail.com.au Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed FIAT = Failed Italian Attempt at Technology I drove in one of those 500's a while back and was not impressed, maybe they are better now? Hendrik who would rather have an Alfa Romeo On 27/02/12 05:15, Curt Raymond wrote: Isn't it amazing to see how fuel economy has become the big story lately? Its always the New 30mpg super-whatever now rather than the 3000hp super-whatever that it was 2 years ago. I think that the new hybrids/electric/whatevers helping push higher efficiency in regular gas cars. Well I suppose $3.50/gal gas helps that too. After the new Super Bowl commercial I really want to test-drive a Fiat 500 Abarth, then I looked up the specs and I really really want to test drive one... -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] slooow
You know I drive one 110 miles a day right? C'mon out, tour historic New England... -Curt Date: Tue, 28 Feb 2012 18:54:00 -0600 From: Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] slooow Message-ID: calk3cy6wmeemmfonyfbg_uyx5o0zpoqgwny8oy3qnubhqwh...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Curt wrote: Then theres the mostly rural west with its hippies and other assorted granola eaters. My amerika!! I wanna move there with my 3-pedal 240D. 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] Fix It Again Tony Owner
Twas a current one, however to be fair one would have to judge it against it's contemporaries. Bit unfair to compare it to a Merc. BTW Fix It Again Tony is what FIAT stands for. Hendrik who is fiddling with the new OS, like putting Macbuntu and Cairo dock into it On 29/02/12 11:36, OK Don wrote: Was that a 1960's 500 or the current version? I ranked the 1960's Fiat 500 right up there with the Simca and Renaults of the time. On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 4:47 PM, Hendrik and Fayheni...@ozemail.com.auwrote: FIAT = Failed Italian Attempt at Technology I drove in one of those 500's a while back and was not impressed, maybe they are better now? Hendrik who would rather have an Alfa Romeo -- ___ 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] slooow
Curt wrote: You know I drive one 110 miles a day right? C'mon out, tour historic New England... All I need is a reason that might turn to income perhaps?... somehow. My '81, RIP except in dieselhead vehicle, was from Manchester. Drove home with one of my sons, stopping by ARRL to see their station, back in '98. We drove late each night and someplace middle of MA we stopped in rural area for pizza. Kid running it showed off his Harley - totally proud of the way it came together and the time/effort he put to it. Fun, memorable trip thru rural Mass. mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] A clean saw chain
Figured I would share the results of my chainsaw chain cleaning. I chose to try lye (sodium hydroxide, caustic soda) first. And I'm thrilled at the results. I have an old tupperware-like container (discarded from the kitchen, now working in the garage) that I put the saw chain in, coiled up in the bottom. It takes about one cup (0.25 L) of water to cover the chain. I add about one teaspoon (10 cc) or so of the lye I got from the hardware store. About half an hour later, I drain and rinse the chain. At this point, all that's left of the tar, sap, etc is a soft paste-like stuff. Much of the gunk is already gone. I fill the container with warm water and add a bit of soap and use an old toothbrush and it takes me about five minutes to get the chain totally clean. --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] Fix It Again Tony Owner
Fabbrica /Italiana/ Automobil /Torino/ Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred On 2/28/2012 9:00 PM, Hendrik and Fay wrote: Twas a current one, however to be fair one would have to judge it against it's contemporaries. Bit unfair to compare it to a Merc. BTW Fix It Again Tony is what FIAT stands for. Hendrik who is fiddling with the new OS, like putting Macbuntu and Cairo dock into it On 29/02/12 11:36, OK Don wrote: Was that a 1960's 500 or the current version? I ranked the 1960's Fiat 500 right up there with the Simca and Renaults of the time. On Tue, Feb 28, 2012 at 4:47 PM, Hendrik and Fayheni...@ozemail.com.auwrote: FIAT = Failed Italian Attempt at Technology I drove in one of those 500's a while back and was not impressed, maybe they are better now? Hendrik who would rather have an Alfa Romeo -- ___ 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] Fix It Again Tony Owner
Yeah and translated in English it says Fix It Again Tony Hendrik who knows some things On 29/02/12 14:00, Fred Moir wrote: Fabbrica /Italiana/ Automobil /Torino/ Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred On 2/28/2012 9:00 PM, Hendrik and Fay wrote: Twas a current one, however to be fair one would have to judge it against it's contemporaries. Bit unfair to compare it to a Merc. BTW Fix It Again Tony is what FIAT stands for. Hendrik who is fiddling with the new OS, like putting Macbuntu and Cairo dock into it ___ 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] A clean saw chain
I wonder if running it through a dishwasher with that dishwasher detergent would have a similar effect? That stuff does a fair job at nasty schmutz, and seems fairly nasty in itself. I had the old dw I yanked in the garage, it still sorta worked and I was keeping it to do such things, but then gave it to someone whose dw died. --R On 2/28/12 10:04 PM, Fmiser wrote: Figured I would share the results of my chainsaw chain cleaning. I chose to try lye (sodium hydroxide, caustic soda) first. And I'm thrilled at the results. I have an old tupperware-like container (discarded from the kitchen, now working in the garage) that I put the saw chain in, coiled up in the bottom. It takes about one cup (0.25 L) of water to cover the chain. I add about one teaspoon (10 cc) or so of the lye I got from the hardware store. About half an hour later, I drain and rinse the chain. At this point, all that's left of the tar, sap, etc is a soft paste-like stuff. Much of the gunk is already gone. I fill the container with warm water and add a bit of soap and use an old toothbrush and it takes me about five minutes to get the chain totally clean. --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] slooow
...but last week I drove up to one of the local ski hills (a school outing) You are an educator? I thought you were an engineer? Friday I was transportation engineer. (Kid's school has no transpo of its own, I take him to school each day. Usually wife does all pickup and field trip duty, but Friday was my turn. Took a day off to do it.) -- 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] A clean saw chain
I've seen oven cleaner (mostly lye) recommended for cleaning carbide circular saw blades that get gunked up with sap and such. -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Fmiser Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 10:05 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] A clean saw chain Figured I would share the results of my chainsaw chain cleaning. I chose to try lye (sodium hydroxide, caustic soda) first. And I'm thrilled at the results. I have an old tupperware-like container (discarded from the kitchen, now working in the garage) that I put the saw chain in, coiled up in the bottom. It takes about one cup (0.25 L) of water to cover the chain. I add about one teaspoon (10 cc) or so of the lye I got from the hardware store. About half an hour later, I drain and rinse the chain. At this point, all that's left of the tar, sap, etc is a soft paste-like stuff. Much of the gunk is already gone. I fill the container with warm water and add a bit of soap and use an old toothbrush and it takes me about five minutes to get the chain totally clean. --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
