Re: [MBZ] CL600 Fun

[Kevin Kraly via Mercedes]

Sehr gut!!
Sent from my iPhone

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 3:44 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Got some parts in for the CL600 this week, so I’ve been taking time here and 
> there to address the remaining issues.
> 
> Right rear brake light was out, which is a series of three circuit boards 
> with LEDs on them. Not sure why they did this other than maybe for brightness 
> without a lot of current, but every other lamp in the taillight assembly is a 
> standard incandescent lamp. Grrr.
> 
> Remove the taillight assembly and check the gasket for leaks (none! Yay!) 
> then remove the clamp that holds the three LED boards in place. Lift the 
> boards out and pull their socket and stab connectors apart. Reverse the 
> procedure and button things up. Right rear brake light is now functional! 
> Nice!
> 
> Another issue I have been dealing with is the ABS/ESP/BAS module not seeing 
> the signal from the right rear speed sensor. I replaced the original sensor 
> with a decent quality (Delphi, OE are NLA, third party are mostly junk) part, 
> but that did not resolve the issue. Dummy Me should have paid closer 
> attention rather than just looking at the condition of the original part and 
> assuming it was bad. Anyway, further (logical) troubleshooting transpired and 
> I “rang out” the harness from the plug at the sensor to the pin and socket 
> connector at the module. All tested well.
> 
> I snagged a used ABS module on eBay from a local seller. I did try cleaning 
> the connectors on the harness and original module first, but that didn’t 
> change anything. I swapped out the module with the used one, and after 
> resetting the BAS, the ABS light has gone out and remains out. Huzzah!
> 
> I’ve had a good run today so I think I may leave things as-is for now. I need 
> to replace a driving light bulb, which I might still do just to top things 
> off.
> 
> -D
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
> 
> To search 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

To search 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 New Application for Dryer Vent Hose!

[Craig via Mercedes]

On Sat, 07 Oct 2023 20:16:02 -0400 mitch--- via Mercedes
 wrote:

> Dryer vent hose, or (aluminized cardboard) intake air preheat hose,
> like you used to see running from the exhaust manifold to the snorkel?

Dryer vent hose for gas dryers must be all metal.

Those look like the gas dryer vent hose I installed in Los Alamos.


Craig

___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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 New Application for Dryer Vent Hose!

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

Oh boy 
Sent from my iPhone

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 6:09 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> 
> 
> [00g0g_jaNu9IZQGNB_0CI0hq_600x450.jpg]
> 2001 mercedes benz cl500 for sale by owner - Tampa, FL - 
> craigslist
> tampa.craigslist.org
> 
> -D
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
> 
> To search 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

To search 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 New Application for Dryer Vent Hose!

[mitch--- via Mercedes]

Dryer vent hose, or (aluminized cardboard) intake air preheat hose, like 
you used to see running from the exhaust manifold to the snorkel?


___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] W211 belt idler pully bolt

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Did you buy some kind of generic assortment of plastic rivets or have you just 
accumulated them/bought extras when you needed one?


On Sat, Oct 7, 2023, at 18:12, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> Well done!
>
> I have a box with a whole bunch of different plastic rivets. Mercedes 
> uses them all over the place, and they all seem to be different in some 
> way as well. I just replaced a missing square one in the trunk 
> threshold on the CL600. Someone removed it and never replaced it. Grrr.
>
> -D
>
>> On Oct 7, 2023, at 7:04 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Yes that worked, just had to remove the metal bracket across the top, then I 
>> could pull the two clips. Didn't have to really remove the fan assembly, 
>> just move it enough so the bolt would clear. So I now have new belt, idler, 
>> and tensioner installed! I did break one of those plastic push-pin fasteners 
>> but those are easily replaced and almost single-use in my experience.
>> 
>> 
>> On Sat, Oct 7, 2023, at 17:01, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:
>>> The fan should be really easy to pull out. Undo the clips holding it at 
>>> top then lift it up and disconnect the power. I don’t think there are 
>>> any bolts/screws holding it in
>>> 
>>> --FT
>>> Sent from iFōn
>>> 
 On Oct 7, 2023, at 5:47 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
  wrote:
 
 Replaced the noisy belt tensioner today, and thought I'd replace the 
 idler pully as well since it's also a bit noisy and I have the replacement 
 that I ordered accidentally.
 
 However I cannot remove the bolt as it hits the fan shroud.
 
 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FWT0xXV_F66PaD9IMlpXBpxEjPajLavh/view?usp=sharing
 
 Not thrilled with the idea of removing the fan, unless that's easier than 
 it appears? Thought about cutting the bit of bracing that's blocking the 
 bolt, but ideally don't want to do that.
 
 Any tricks to this?
 
 Allan
 
 ___
 http://www.okiebenz.com
 
 To search 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
>>> 
>>> To search 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
>> 
>> To search 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
>
> To search 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

To search 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 New Application for Dryer Vent Hose!

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Better than nothing I guess, but the proper air ducts aren't expensive, why not 
just replace them.

On Sat, Oct 7, 2023, at 18:08, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> 
> [00g0g_jaNu9IZQGNB_0CI0hq_600x450.jpg]
> 2001 mercedes benz cl500 for sale by owner - Tampa, FL - 
> craigslist
> tampa.craigslist.org
>
> -D
>
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
>
> To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/
>
> To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:
> http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
>
>
> Attachments:
> * 00g0g_jaNu9IZQGNB_0CI0hq_600x450.jpg

___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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 New Application for Dryer Vent Hose!

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

MOLESTED Duracell 1,800amp battery, never wrecked, 4th owner, 
original MSRP $90,750.00 WOW !


--FT

On 10/7/23 7:08 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:


[00g0g_jaNu9IZQGNB_0CI0hq_600x450.jpg]
2001 mercedes benz cl500 for sale by owner - Tampa, FL - 
craigslist
tampa.craigslist.org

-D


___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search list archiveshttp://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:
http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com


--
--FT
___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] W211 belt idler pully bolt

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Well done!

I have a box with a whole bunch of different plastic rivets. Mercedes uses them 
all over the place, and they all seem to be different in some way as well. I 
just replaced a missing square one in the trunk threshold on the CL600. Someone 
removed it and never replaced it. Grrr.

-D

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 7:04 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Yes that worked, just had to remove the metal bracket across the top, then I 
> could pull the two clips. Didn't have to really remove the fan assembly, just 
> move it enough so the bolt would clear. So I now have new belt, idler, and 
> tensioner installed! I did break one of those plastic push-pin fasteners but 
> those are easily replaced and almost single-use in my experience.
> 
> 
> On Sat, Oct 7, 2023, at 17:01, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:
>> The fan should be really easy to pull out. Undo the clips holding it at 
>> top then lift it up and disconnect the power. I don’t think there are 
>> any bolts/screws holding it in
>> 
>> --FT
>> Sent from iFōn
>> 
>>> On Oct 7, 2023, at 5:47 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>>>  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Replaced the noisy belt tensioner today, and thought I'd replace the idler 
>>> pully as well since it's also a bit noisy and I have the replacement that I 
>>> ordered accidentally.
>>> 
>>> However I cannot remove the bolt as it hits the fan shroud.
>>> 
>>> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FWT0xXV_F66PaD9IMlpXBpxEjPajLavh/view?usp=sharing
>>> 
>>> Not thrilled with the idea of removing the fan, unless that's easier than 
>>> it appears? Thought about cutting the bit of bracing that's blocking the 
>>> bolt, but ideally don't want to do that.
>>> 
>>> Any tricks to this?
>>> 
>>> Allan
>>> 
>>> ___
>>> http://www.okiebenz.com
>>> 
>>> To search 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
>> 
>> To search 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
> 
> To search 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

To search 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 New Application for Dryer Vent Hose!

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

[00g0g_jaNu9IZQGNB_0CI0hq_600x450.jpg]
2001 mercedes benz cl500 for sale by owner - Tampa, FL - 
craigslist
tampa.craigslist.org

-D
___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] W211 belt idler pully bolt

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Yes that worked, just had to remove the metal bracket across the top, then I 
could pull the two clips. Didn't have to really remove the fan assembly, just 
move it enough so the bolt would clear. So I now have new belt, idler, and 
tensioner installed! I did break one of those plastic push-pin fasteners but 
those are easily replaced and almost single-use in my experience.


On Sat, Oct 7, 2023, at 17:01, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:
> The fan should be really easy to pull out. Undo the clips holding it at 
> top then lift it up and disconnect the power. I don’t think there are 
> any bolts/screws holding it in
>
> --FT
> Sent from iFōn
>
>> On Oct 7, 2023, at 5:47 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Replaced the noisy belt tensioner today, and thought I'd replace the idler 
>> pully as well since it's also a bit noisy and I have the replacement that I 
>> ordered accidentally.
>> 
>> However I cannot remove the bolt as it hits the fan shroud.
>> 
>> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FWT0xXV_F66PaD9IMlpXBpxEjPajLavh/view?usp=sharing
>> 
>> Not thrilled with the idea of removing the fan, unless that's easier than it 
>> appears? Thought about cutting the bit of bracing that's blocking the bolt, 
>> but ideally don't want to do that.
>> 
>> Any tricks to this?
>> 
>> Allan
>> 
>> ___
>> http://www.okiebenz.com
>> 
>> To search 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
>
> To search 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

To search 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] Okie alignment

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

I checked and they all appear to be working. I then had the thought that 
perhaps the toe is so far out on the front that the wheel on that side is 
cocked out enough to where there is not a line of sure to the back sensor. Sure 
enough turning the wheel a little fixed that issue. For some reason I’m getting 
an error for the RF saying the toe transducer has a problem. That’s the error I 
was getting when I would block the eye, then that error would pop up for a 
second before going to the sensor blocked error. I’m done messing with it for 
today but I think what I’m going to when to do is just a straight 2 wheel 
alignment first to get the toe correct, then do a 4 wheel. Will see how it goes 
tomorrow. Otherwise I will take it down somewhere to have it done as I’m going 
to need to start driving the car week after next.

I might keep an eye out for a new set of sensor heads but the ones I found at 
the moment they are asking more than I paid for the whole setup. 

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 5:39 PM, MB list etc via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Can you open the sensor housings and resolder the connections to the LEDs 
> and sensors? Perhaps this is why it was for sale in the first place? Maybe 
> find another set of sensors on eBay or somewhere? Not by tomorrow, but ...
> 
> 
> 
> 
> --- Original Message ---
>> On Saturday, October 7th, 2023 at 4:27 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Been messing with this alignment machine learning all about it today. I have 
>> the car setup and the sensor heads compensated but I can’t get the 2 left 
>> sensors to see each other. These have a IR beam from to back on each side; 
>> then side to side on the front. At first the fronts could not see each other 
>> but one of them had a mess of cob webs in the opening covering the eye. 
>> Cleaned that out and they are fine. Now i still can’t get the left side to 
>> cooperate. If I put my hand over the lens then remove it, machine says there 
>> is a problem with the beam, then goes back to saying it’s blocked. It’s 
>> clear, nothing is in the way, no cob webs blocking anything. Of course with 
>> this blocked I can’t get a full set of readings
>> 
>> I may have to throw in the towel and take the car somewhere Monday to get 
>> aligned.
>> 
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone___
>> http://www.okiebenz.com
>> 
>> To search 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
> 
> To search 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

To search 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] Anybody know anything about these air power bridge jacks?

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

I have done no checking at all. Even without a load on it it doesn’t seem to 
raise nearly as far as it should. I’m suspecting low fluid. I will see if I can 
figure out where to check it and add more. 


Sent from my iPhone

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 5:11 PM, G Mann via Mercedes  wrote:
> 
> Typically, they are an air over hydraulic jack... the air pressure operates
> a piston which operates a hydraulic pump, which does the actual jack work..
> If the jack does not hold pressure after jacking and bled down, that should
> indicate an internal leak at the check valve, or whatever the manufacturer
> calls the valve that holds hydraulic pressure until it is released. [bring
> it a little closer to the computer so I can take a better look at what you
> have.. haha ]
> The hydraulic side could be low on fluid, have you checked?
> 
>> On Sat, Oct 7, 2023 at 11:58 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>> 
>> This alignment lift has 2. The read one I connected air to and it tried to
>> lift the back of the car but didn’t seem to have enough power. When raising
>> as soon as the handles are released it starts dropping. It has a 3rd middle
>> handle for the release which appears when it’s raised to certain levels it
>> catches on a safety lock, to release it appears you raise jack off the lock
>> then you can move the release handle. Do these operate strictly air or is
>> it driving a hydraulic cylinder? The front one has its air connection
>> fitting broken off which I need to mess with. These jacks are pretty
>> expensive to buy at a grand more more each from what I can tell.
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>> ___
>> http://www.okiebenz.com
>> 
>> To search 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
> 
> To search 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

To search 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] Okie alignment

[MB list etc via Mercedes]

Can you open the sensor housings and resolder the connections to the LEDs and 
sensors? Perhaps this is why it was for sale in the first place? Maybe find 
another set of sensors on eBay or somewhere? Not by tomorrow, but ...




--- Original Message ---
On Saturday, October 7th, 2023 at 4:27 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
 wrote:


> 
> 
> Been messing with this alignment machine learning all about it today. I have 
> the car setup and the sensor heads compensated but I can’t get the 2 left 
> sensors to see each other. These have a IR beam from to back on each side; 
> then side to side on the front. At first the fronts could not see each other 
> but one of them had a mess of cob webs in the opening covering the eye. 
> Cleaned that out and they are fine. Now i still can’t get the left side to 
> cooperate. If I put my hand over the lens then remove it, machine says there 
> is a problem with the beam, then goes back to saying it’s blocked. It’s 
> clear, nothing is in the way, no cob webs blocking anything. Of course with 
> this blocked I can’t get a full set of readings
> 
> I may have to throw in the towel and take the car somewhere Monday to get 
> aligned.
> 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
> 
> To search 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

To search 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 Mercedes engine alone is worth about $10,000.

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

Probably bought it from CoPart for $3k and trying a quick flip. I can’t imagine 
it would take that much to repair it unless frame damage. Gotta be plenty 
around in junk yards 

--FT
Sent from iFōn

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 1:03 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Wrecked Sprinter ambulance
> 
> https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/madison-2010-freightliner-sprinter/7673876563.html
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
> 
> To search 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

To search 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] Is this really a $3000 car?

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

437kmi!!!  And the odo still works?

--FT
Sent from iFōn

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 2:45 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1536078043888954/?mibextid=6ojiHh
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
> 
> To search 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

To search 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] Anybody know anything about these air power bridge jacks?

[G Mann via Mercedes]

Typically, they are an air over hydraulic jack... the air pressure operates
a piston which operates a hydraulic pump, which does the actual jack work..
If the jack does not hold pressure after jacking and bled down, that should
indicate an internal leak at the check valve, or whatever the manufacturer
calls the valve that holds hydraulic pressure until it is released. [bring
it a little closer to the computer so I can take a better look at what you
have.. haha ]
The hydraulic side could be low on fluid, have you checked?

On Sat, Oct 7, 2023 at 11:58 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> This alignment lift has 2. The read one I connected air to and it tried to
> lift the back of the car but didn’t seem to have enough power. When raising
> as soon as the handles are released it starts dropping. It has a 3rd middle
> handle for the release which appears when it’s raised to certain levels it
> catches on a safety lock, to release it appears you raise jack off the lock
> then you can move the release handle. Do these operate strictly air or is
> it driving a hydraulic cylinder? The front one has its air connection
> fitting broken off which I need to mess with. These jacks are pretty
> expensive to buy at a grand more more each from what I can tell.
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
>
> To search 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

To search 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] W211 belt idler pully bolt

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

The fan should be really easy to pull out. Undo the clips holding it at top 
then lift it up and disconnect the power. I don’t think there are any 
bolts/screws holding it in

--FT
Sent from iFōn

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 5:47 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Replaced the noisy belt tensioner today, and thought I'd replace the idler 
> pully as well since it's also a bit noisy and I have the replacement that I 
> ordered accidentally.
> 
> However I cannot remove the bolt as it hits the fan shroud.
> 
> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FWT0xXV_F66PaD9IMlpXBpxEjPajLavh/view?usp=sharing
> 
> Not thrilled with the idea of removing the fan, unless that's easier than it 
> appears? Thought about cutting the bit of bracing that's blocking the bolt, 
> but ideally don't want to do that.
> 
> Any tricks to this?
> 
> Allan
> 
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
> 
> To search 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

To search 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] W211 belt idler pully bolt

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Replaced the noisy belt tensioner today, and thought I'd replace the idler 
pully as well since it's also a bit noisy and I have the replacement that I 
ordered accidentally.

However I cannot remove the bolt as it hits the fan shroud.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FWT0xXV_F66PaD9IMlpXBpxEjPajLavh/view?usp=sharing

Not thrilled with the idea of removing the fan, unless that's easier than it 
appears? Thought about cutting the bit of bracing that's blocking the bolt, but 
ideally don't want to do that.

Any tricks to this?

Allan

___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] Okie alignment

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

Been messing with this alignment machine learning all about it today. I have 
the car setup and the sensor heads compensated but I can’t get the 2 left 
sensors to see each other. These have a IR beam from to back on each side; then 
side to side on the front. At first the fronts could not see each other but one 
of them had a mess of cob webs in the opening covering the eye. Cleaned that 
out and they are fine. Now i still can’t get the left side to cooperate. If I 
put my hand over the lens then remove it, machine says there is a problem with 
the beam, then goes back to saying it’s blocked. It’s clear, nothing is in the 
way, no cob webs blocking anything. Of course with this blocked I can’t get a 
full set of readings 

I may have to throw in the towel and take the car somewhere Monday to get 
aligned. 


Sent from my iPhone___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] I think I need this

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

Could be useful 

--FT
Sent from iFōn

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 2:42 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/866118097938673/?mibextid=6ojiHh
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
> 
> To search 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

To search 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] I think I need this

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Perfect for Mrs. Kleb for hauling her TastyKakes or whatever they are.

-D

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 2:42 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/866118097938673/?mibextid=6ojiHh
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
> 
> To search 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

To search 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] CL600 Fun

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Eh, it figures. I got the front right corner in the air and got underneath to 
get at the fog light. Bulb is dead and despite having a box full of all sorts 
of headlight bulbs, I have no 9006/HB4 bulbs. $40/pair at FLAPS or $20 
delivered tomorrow by the Island of Large Wimmen.

Delivery it is!

-D

> On Oct 7, 2023, at 3:43 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Got some parts in for the CL600 this week, so I’ve been taking time here and 
> there to address the remaining issues.
> 
> Right rear brake light was out, which is a series of three circuit boards 
> with LEDs on them. Not sure why they did this other than maybe for brightness 
> without a lot of current, but every other lamp in the taillight assembly is a 
> standard incandescent lamp. Grrr.
> 
> Remove the taillight assembly and check the gasket for leaks (none! Yay!) 
> then remove the clamp that holds the three LED boards in place. Lift the 
> boards out and pull their socket and stab connectors apart. Reverse the 
> procedure and button things up. Right rear brake light is now functional! 
> Nice!
> 
> Another issue I have been dealing with is the ABS/ESP/BAS module not seeing 
> the signal from the right rear speed sensor. I replaced the original sensor 
> with a decent quality (Delphi, OE are NLA, third party are mostly junk) part, 
> but that did not resolve the issue. Dummy Me should have paid closer 
> attention rather than just looking at the condition of the original part and 
> assuming it was bad. Anyway, further (logical) troubleshooting transpired and 
> I “rang out” the harness from the plug at the sensor to the pin and socket 
> connector at the module. All tested well.
> 
> I snagged a used ABS module on eBay from a local seller. I did try cleaning 
> the connectors on the harness and original module first, but that didn’t 
> change anything. I swapped out the module with the used one, and after 
> resetting the BAS, the ABS light has gone out and remains out. Huzzah!
> 
> I’ve had a good run today so I think I may leave things as-is for now. I need 
> to replace a driving light bulb, which I might still do just to top things 
> off.
> 
> -D
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
> 
> To search 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

To search 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] CL600 Fun

[Craig via Mercedes]

On Sat, 7 Oct 2023 19:43:58 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes"
 wrote:

> Got some parts in for the CL600 this week, so I’ve been taking time
> here and there to address the remaining issues.

Good work!


Craig

___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] CL600 Fun

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Got some parts in for the CL600 this week, so I’ve been taking time here and 
there to address the remaining issues.

Right rear brake light was out, which is a series of three circuit boards with 
LEDs on them. Not sure why they did this other than maybe for brightness 
without a lot of current, but every other lamp in the taillight assembly is a 
standard incandescent lamp. Grrr.

Remove the taillight assembly and check the gasket for leaks (none! Yay!) then 
remove the clamp that holds the three LED boards in place. Lift the boards out 
and pull their socket and stab connectors apart. Reverse the procedure and 
button things up. Right rear brake light is now functional! Nice!

Another issue I have been dealing with is the ABS/ESP/BAS module not seeing the 
signal from the right rear speed sensor. I replaced the original sensor with a 
decent quality (Delphi, OE are NLA, third party are mostly junk) part, but that 
did not resolve the issue. Dummy Me should have paid closer attention rather 
than just looking at the condition of the original part and assuming it was 
bad. Anyway, further (logical) troubleshooting transpired and I “rang out” the 
harness from the plug at the sensor to the pin and socket connector at the 
module. All tested well.

I snagged a used ABS module on eBay from a local seller. I did try cleaning the 
connectors on the harness and original module first, but that didn’t change 
anything. I swapped out the module with the used one, and after resetting the 
BAS, the ABS light has gone out and remains out. Huzzah!

I’ve had a good run today so I think I may leave things as-is for now. I need 
to replace a driving light bulb, which I might still do just to top things off.

-D
___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] Is this really a $3000 car?

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

I think he had a seizure while typing and got an extra zero in the price.

On Sat, Oct 7, 2023, at 13:45, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1536078043888954/?mibextid=6ojiHh
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> ___
> http://www.okiebenz.com
>
> To search 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

To search 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] Anybody know anything about these air power bridge jacks?

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

This alignment lift has 2. The read one I connected air to and it tried to lift 
the back of the car but didn’t seem to have enough power. When raising as soon 
as the handles are released it starts dropping. It has a 3rd middle handle for 
the release which appears when it’s raised to certain levels it catches on a 
safety lock, to release it appears you raise jack off the lock then you can 
move the release handle. Do these operate strictly air or is it driving a 
hydraulic cylinder? The front one has its air connection fitting broken off 
which I need to mess with. These jacks are pretty expensive to buy at a grand 
more more each from what I can tell. 
Sent from my iPhone

___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] Is this really a $3000 car?

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1536078043888954/?mibextid=6ojiHh

Sent from my iPhone

___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] I think I need this

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/866118097938673/?mibextid=6ojiHh

Sent from my iPhone

___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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: Toyota Will Adopt Tesla-Style Cast Bodies That Might Be Impossible to Fix

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

"Car companies make their money from selling new cars, not keeping old ones on 
the road. If cast bodies serve that end better than those stitched together, 
it'd be no surprise to see them become the industry standard."

https://www.thedrive.com/news/toyota-will-adopt-tesla-style-cast-bodies-that-might-be-impossible-to-fix

___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:
http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

[MBZ] The Mercedes engine alone is worth about $10,000.

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Wrecked Sprinter ambulance

https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/madison-2010-freightliner-sprinter/7673876563.html
___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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 Couple Dies After Ferrari, Lamborghini And Campervan Crash In Italy

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Rich @$$h0!e$ driving like @$$h0!e$ and Mr. Darwin demonstrates reality 
again


https://jalopnik.com/couple-dies-after-ferrari-lamborghini-and-campervan-cr-1850907539

--
--FT


___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] Bad suspension, needs lower control arm. 2008 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 350 Sedan 4D, $2, 000

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

not a hard repair

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1503690057109237

--
--FT


___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search 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] No we are not fixing it. 2006 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 350 4MATIC Sedan 4D, $1, 950

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Not badged as a 4matic, 170kmi so maybe the engine will survive a few 
more unless the "drive shaft bearing" issue is a timing chain slapping 
around


needs a drive shaft bearing we think

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1625475917942956

--
--FT
___
http://www.okiebenz.com

To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:
http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com