Re: [MBZ] 2012 Sprinter 2500 - $19,999

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There are 2 five gallon buckets too

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> On Apr 18, 2024, at 11:13 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Funny ad, the last photo makes it look like his whole cleaning service is 
> just a truck and a shop-vac.
> 
> https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/arlington-heights-2012-mercedes-benz/7738607167.html
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Re: [MBZ] FBMP A Rant

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For supposedly world-class programmers and a company owner that wants to 
fundamentally transform the world, the FBMP database functionality is on par 
with RBase for DOS. Actually that is being very insulting to RBase, RBase could 
actually do database functions like search and organization. 

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> On Apr 18, 2024, at 11:13 PM, G Mann via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Facebook Marketplace apparently was designed by a group of people who never
> actually worked in a real business or ever ran a lemonade stand in their
> youth. They designed the entire platform so that the seller and the buyer
> have no easy [or hard] way to ever actually meet and exchange goods for
> money.
> "The closer I get to humanity the further I want to be away from it"
> G. Mann .. circa current era ..
> 
>> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 6:55 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>> 
>> This is the hole that FBMP is, sadly. Despite the abuse, I continue to
>> check it regularly for deals. I’ve found a fair number, it’s a PITA, but
>> sometimes worth the effort.
>> 
>> -D
>> 
>> 
>>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 9:51 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes <
>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Okay, so BIL is in Florida, so I figured I'd look for a car to have
>> shipped to the rust belt. Found a W210 two hours after it was listed. Cool.
>> Message the guy, no response. Just checked again, found the car relisted
>> (twice), responded to both ads, still no response. Grr.
>>> 
>>> I have messaged others locally about other things, and been ghosted.
>> Whenever I do get a response, even "It's been sold", I reply with plenty of
>> gratitude.
>>> 
>>> Has the general population's IQ declined so much that people can't even
>> respond to an inquiry? WTF? If you really don't want to sell the car or
>> whatever, don't list it.
>>> 
>>> My distain for humanity is becoming more profound daily.
>>> 
>>> Rick
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[MBZ] 2012 Sprinter 2500 - $19,999

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Funny ad, the last photo makes it look like his whole cleaning service is just 
a truck and a shop-vac.

https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/arlington-heights-2012-mercedes-benz/7738607167.html
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Re: [MBZ] FBMP A Rant

[G Mann via Mercedes]

Facebook Marketplace apparently was designed by a group of people who never
actually worked in a real business or ever ran a lemonade stand in their
youth. They designed the entire platform so that the seller and the buyer
have no easy [or hard] way to ever actually meet and exchange goods for
money.
"The closer I get to humanity the further I want to be away from it"
G. Mann .. circa current era ..

On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 6:55 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> This is the hole that FBMP is, sadly. Despite the abuse, I continue to
> check it regularly for deals. I’ve found a fair number, it’s a PITA, but
> sometimes worth the effort.
>
> -D
>
>
> > On Apr 18, 2024, at 9:51 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > Okay, so BIL is in Florida, so I figured I'd look for a car to have
> shipped to the rust belt. Found a W210 two hours after it was listed. Cool.
> Message the guy, no response. Just checked again, found the car relisted
> (twice), responded to both ads, still no response. Grr.
> >
> > I have messaged others locally about other things, and been ghosted.
> Whenever I do get a response, even "It's been sold", I reply with plenty of
> gratitude.
> >
> > Has the general population's IQ declined so much that people can't even
> respond to an inquiry? WTF? If you really don't want to sell the car or
> whatever, don't list it.
> >
> > My distain for humanity is becoming more profound daily.
> >
> > Rick
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Re: [MBZ] FBMP A Rant

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I’ve had mixed results with FBMP but more positive than negative. It seems to 
be populated with marginal morons in many cases but some decent folks in 
others. 

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> On Apr 18, 2024, at 9:55 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> This is the hole that FBMP is, sadly. Despite the abuse, I continue to check 
> it regularly for deals. I’ve found a fair number, it’s a PITA, but sometimes 
> worth the effort.
> 
> -D
> 
> 
>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 9:51 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Okay, so BIL is in Florida, so I figured I'd look for a car to have shipped 
>> to the rust belt. Found a W210 two hours after it was listed. Cool. Message 
>> the guy, no response. Just checked again, found the car relisted (twice), 
>> responded to both ads, still no response. Grr.
>> 
>> I have messaged others locally about other things, and been ghosted. 
>> Whenever I do get a response, even "It's been sold", I reply with plenty of 
>> gratitude.
>> 
>> Has the general population's IQ declined so much that people can't even 
>> respond to an inquiry? WTF? If you really don't want to sell the car or 
>> whatever, don't list it.
>> 
>> My distain for humanity is becoming more profound daily.
>> 
>> Rick
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Re: [MBZ] FBMP A Rant

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

This is the hole that FBMP is, sadly. Despite the abuse, I continue to check it 
regularly for deals. I’ve found a fair number, it’s a PITA, but sometimes worth 
the effort.

-D


> On Apr 18, 2024, at 9:51 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Okay, so BIL is in Florida, so I figured I'd look for a car to have shipped 
> to the rust belt. Found a W210 two hours after it was listed. Cool. Message 
> the guy, no response. Just checked again, found the car relisted (twice), 
> responded to both ads, still no response. Grr.
> 
> I have messaged others locally about other things, and been ghosted. Whenever 
> I do get a response, even "It's been sold", I reply with plenty of gratitude.
> 
> Has the general population's IQ declined so much that people can't even 
> respond to an inquiry? WTF? If you really don't want to sell the car or 
> whatever, don't list it.
> 
> My distain for humanity is becoming more profound daily.
> 
> Rick
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[MBZ] FBMP A Rant

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Okay, so BIL is in Florida, so I figured I'd look for a car to have shipped to 
the rust belt. Found a W210 two hours after it was listed. Cool. Message the 
guy, no response. Just checked again, found the car relisted (twice), responded 
to both ads, still no response. Grr.

I have messaged others locally about other things, and been ghosted. Whenever I 
do get a response, even "It's been sold", I reply with plenty of gratitude.

Has the general population's IQ declined so much that people can't even respond 
to an inquiry? WTF? If you really don't want to sell the car or whatever, don't 
list it.

My distain for humanity is becoming more profound daily.

Rick
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Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

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On Thu, 18 Apr 2024 17:08:28 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes"
 wrote:

> Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it must be a turbo. I know
> they’re not terribly common, but if you come across a decent one,
> please drop me a note.

Would this be a 300D/2.5 Turbo of early '90s fame with an OM602.962
(a 124.128)?


Craig

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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Craig via Mercedes]

On Thu, 18 Apr 2024 17:14:33 -0500 Allan Streib via Mercedes
 wrote:

> Yes, I have a corded model made by Fein (maybe the original maker of
> the type?) and they are great for flush cuts and fine trim work, not
> sure I'd think of reaching for it if I needed to cut openings in 3/4"
> subfloor but it would probably get the job done.

A friend of mine used my HF oscillatory tool to square up the end of a
particle board/formica countertop with a backsplash, something a circular
saw could not do very well.


Craig

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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

The plaster saws I recall had a round blade that oscillated inside a 
cover so that only like 1/4" was exposed and the oscillation was not 
much so it would not damage skin if it hit, and I think they had a 
vacuum attachment to suck up the dust.  I remember wanting one of those 
because I don't think the oscillating saws were on the market.


--FT

On 4/18/24 4:01 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote:

Why didn’t someone think these [vibratory tools] up years ago?


They did.  I remember the doc using a Fein to cut the cast off me in 1966,
IIRC.  Twenty-five years ago I bought a Fein when it was on clearance,
from someplace or another.  (Electric rather than pneumatic, which was
also available at that time.)  Rarely needed, but there's no substitute for
one when you do need it.

-- Jim


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Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

Which reminds me of a trick I've taken to:

The wheels on the VWs (both the Golf and Jetta) are enclined to weld themselves 
to the rotors. I used to put anti-seize on but as you probably know that 
"mechanics glitter" can make an awful mess if you touch it.

Watch Wes Work on Youtube uses fluid film so the last time I had the wheels off 
I tried that, a quick spray on the wheel where it contacts the hub. Wheels come 
off again no problem. I'm sold, of course the car does smell of sheep for a 
couple days...

-Curt


On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 04:04:19 PM EDT, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





I just did all four corners on Mrs. Dan’s W211, and despite being very clean 
underneath yet coming from the Tri-State area (Chicago) the rotors were not 
keen to come off. It took some soaking with homemade penetrating oil and a few 
days before they would come loose. I cleaned up the flanges and greased them 
for the next time. Everything else was fine.

-D

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 3:55 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> When I did front and rear on my 2014 Jetta it was much less dramatic than 
> that since we don’t have the rust issue here in the AZ. 
> 
> AZBob
> 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
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>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 12:50 PM, Michael Esh via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Nice Work!  Brake work is satisfying and I always feel safer doing it 
>> myself.  
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:59 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes 
>>>  wrote:
>>> 
>>> So my 2015 Jetta TDI has needed brakes for awhile now, they were pulsing 
>>> something terrible. I'd blamed it on Angie's riding the brakes. She does 
>>> but in this case I think it was actually my fault.
>>> 
>>> The pins on the front brakes had very little grease left. Pads looked fine 
>>> but I think the rotors were cupped, causing some of the pulsing. The pins 
>>> also had a coating of dried schmutz, presumably the remnants of the grease. 
>>> I soaked them in brake fluid and cleaned with a wire brush and very fine 
>>> steel wool. I found I had a spare in my parts bin so I swapped that in for 
>>> the worst one.
>>> 
>>> When I reinstalled I coated them with a thick layer of Sil-Glyde silicone 
>>> pin lube. I only discovered it a few years ago and clearly needed to put 
>>> some on the last time I did these brakes.
>>> 
>>> The rear pads were worn but the rotors were trashed, big chunks out of 
>>> them. I had to spend considerable time cleaning the caliper frame to get 
>>> the new pads in. I think that rust jacking had trapped the pads and stuck 
>>> them to the rotor which destroyed it.
>>> 
>>> Anyway when I had the car in for a new timing belt recently they quoted me 
>>> $1500 for this job, all in I paid around $250. Took me just under 5 hours 
>>> all told and it would have been quicker but after I did the fronts I 
>>> cleaned up and took it for a ride which is when I realized I needed to do 
>>> the rears too...
>>> 
>>> -Curt
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

I believe so. I had one of their biscuit joiners. I later moved up to a 
Festool. OMG! What wonderful tools to work with! The Hazet of woodworking 
tools, IMHO.

-D

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 6:14 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Yes, I have a corded model made by Fein (maybe the original maker of the 
> type?) and they are great for flush cuts and fine trim work, not sure I'd 
> think of reaching for it if I needed to cut openings in 3/4" subfloor but it 
> would probably get the job done.
> 
> 
> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 12:13, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
>> Yeah, this was one of those, “Why haven’t I tried one of these things 
>> before?!?!” moments. I’ve seen them promoted for trim work and such a 
>> lot, and I can see why they would be super nice for that, but I hadn’t 
>> realy thought about using them for demo or other rough work. We needed 
>> to cut some drywall out under a bathroom vanity/sink the other day, and 
>> using a multitool made it a real walk in the park.
>> 
>> -D
>> 
>>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:08 PM, Curt Raymond  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Vibratory tools have been out for awhile but I don't think the cutters were 
>>> very good. Newer ones are much better and way more precise than you can be 
>>> with a sawzall.
>>> 
>>> I've got a Makita cordless one, its going to get exercised next month 
>>> cutting new heading ducts into the great northern estate. The builders put 
>>> in new floors but didn't cut in any ducts, which is fine, I'm ordering 
>>> nickle plated grates anyway.
>>> 
>>> -Curt
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 12:56:05 PM EDT, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>>>  wrote: 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Yeah, I got one of those a long time ago, too - the one with the fixed 
>>> head. I just needed a Sawzall equivalent for some demo work. It’s still in 
>>> my toolbox 10 years later. I don’t use it much.
>>> 
>>> On a related note, has everyone discovered “multitools,” the things with 
>>> the blade that sticks out and vibrates? When I replaced the service door on 
>>> the garage in Flagstaff, I bought a nice M18 Milwaukee one. Cut through 
>>> stuff like buttah, and flush, too! Just used it again last week. Why didn’t 
>>> someone think these up years ago? Even a corded one would be nice.
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Yes, I have a corded model made by Fein (maybe the original maker of the type?) 
and they are great for flush cuts and fine trim work, not sure I'd think of 
reaching for it if I needed to cut openings in 3/4" subfloor but it would 
probably get the job done.


On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 12:13, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> Yeah, this was one of those, “Why haven’t I tried one of these things 
> before?!?!” moments. I’ve seen them promoted for trim work and such a 
> lot, and I can see why they would be super nice for that, but I hadn’t 
> realy thought about using them for demo or other rough work. We needed 
> to cut some drywall out under a bathroom vanity/sink the other day, and 
> using a multitool made it a real walk in the park.
>
> -D
>
>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:08 PM, Curt Raymond  wrote:
>> 
>> Vibratory tools have been out for awhile but I don't think the cutters were 
>> very good. Newer ones are much better and way more precise than you can be 
>> with a sawzall.
>> 
>> I've got a Makita cordless one, its going to get exercised next month 
>> cutting new heading ducts into the great northern estate. The builders put 
>> in new floors but didn't cut in any ducts, which is fine, I'm ordering 
>> nickle plated grates anyway.
>> 
>> -Curt
>> 
>> 
>> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 12:56:05 PM EDT, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>>  wrote: 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Yeah, I got one of those a long time ago, too - the one with the fixed head. 
>> I just needed a Sawzall equivalent for some demo work. It’s still in my 
>> toolbox 10 years later. I don’t use it much.
>> 
>> On a related note, has everyone discovered “multitools,” the things with the 
>> blade that sticks out and vibrates? When I replaced the service door on the 
>> garage in Flagstaff, I bought a nice M18 Milwaukee one. Cut through stuff 
>> like buttah, and flush, too! Just used it again last week. Why didn’t 
>> someone think these up years ago? Even a corded one would be nice.

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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Bob Rentfro via Mercedes]

Only we would remember the specific tool a doctor used on us in 1966. We are an 
odd lot. 

AZBob

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> On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:01 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> 
>> 
>> Why didn’t someone think these [vibratory tools] up years ago?
> 
> 
> They did.  I remember the doc using a Fein to cut the cast off me in 1966,
> IIRC.  Twenty-five years ago I bought a Fein when it was on clearance,
> from someplace or another.  (Electric rather than pneumatic, which was
> also available at that time.)  Rarely needed, but there's no substitute for
> one when you do need it.
> 
> -- Jim
> 
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[MBZ] Could be a good deal for a project -- 1989 Mercedes 560SEL - $15 (Charlotte)

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

The car in the image is the same color and model as the car I am 
selling, but the one I have is covered so photos are a challenge. Our 
car is not a junker but it is not running either. It has been in my 
driveway covered for several years and I am selling it as is. It is too 
valuable to crush. The right buyer could get it back on the road or sell 
it for parts. I don’t have the time or I would do that. The body is 
virgin and has very little in the way of dings if any. The leather 
interior, while it needs to be cleaned is in excellent condition. The 
car was my late dad’s car and he kept it immaculately. The rear window 
is busted out. I won’t sell the car for metal value as it’s not junk. I 
will however sell it cheap to someone who can make productive use of 
this wonderful S Class Benz gas V8.


https://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/d/charlotte-1989-mercedes-560sel/7738132500.html

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[MBZ] The injectors need to be programmed I understand 2006 Mercedes-Benz e320 cdi, $1, 000

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

I think the car is done too. Might be worth $300 for parts or to try to 
get running


Vehicle was running daily but 2 injectors were bad. Replaced but 
wouldn't start. Tried hard but no start. I am done with the car.


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[MBZ] car still cracks up and everything works 2008 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 550 Sedan 4D, $3, 150

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Except for the stuff that doesn't. I'm wondering if this is an ISM or 
CP. Could be a good deal.


recently just found out the trunk doesn’t open don’t know why prolly 
because it hasn’t been used but i’m still looking into it you will need 
a tow the car starts but won’t into gear I just go it diagnosed and 
found out it’s needs a transmission rebuilt


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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

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> Now that you mention it, I remember the Feins from my woodworking days. But 
> as I recall, they just had the triangular pad thing, not the current day 
> “fingers” with the teeth on the ends, right? I don’t ever recall seeing those 
> for the Feins.

In 1966 he was using a toothy saw blade looking thing.  I think they've
always been available, the Fein is/was not only a sander.

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Re: [MBZ] Euro M110 Fuel Injected Gas Straight 6 engine. , 4 speed manual transmission 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 te, $2, 000

[Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes]

Has power windows.  Nice.

On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 9:52 AM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
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> A lot of mildew. Probably would need steam cleaning and an ozone
> treatement.
>
> Not entirely euro, the headlights look like DOT-spec. Maybe an
> engine/trans swap was done at some point?
>
>
> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:42, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
> > 4spd manual too!  Interesting!
> >
> > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/941747534058550
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Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Might want to read the subject next time… 

-D

On Apr 18, 2024, at 4:07 PM, Andrew Strasfogel  wrote:

  I thought you were looking for a W123 turbo, which is anything but uncommon

On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 4:06 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
Dunno. Gotta see what the market is like if they can be found.

-D

On Apr 18, 2024, at 3:57 PM, Andrew Strasfogel 
mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com>> wrote:

Budget?

On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:09 PM dan 
penoff.com via Mercedes 
mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>>>
 wrote:
Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it must be a turbo. I know they’re 
not terribly common, but if you come across a decent one, please drop me a note.

Thank you!

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Re: [MBZ] Walk around of the $2500 09S550

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 I wouldn’t want one in a sunny climate, even if it does a good job of blocking 
the UV/sunlight.

-D

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 4:06 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Pano roof is a PIA.  When the headliner collapses it costs about $1400 to
> repair.  The stock tilting SR is more than enough.
> 
> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:45 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> 
>> Looks good.
>> 
>> AZBob
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 8:54 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> https://youtu.be/aZLOhcEonTM
>>> 
>>> On stage 3 of paint correction, will finish polish and wax this
>> afternoon then start detailing the interior.  Paint and body look really
>> good aside from rock chip divots. Will get blower regulator and headlight
>> lamp done too. Depending on the weather I’ll try to get the front axles
>> swapped this weekend.
>>> 
>>> I think that’s all it needs, will do an oil change soon. Transmission
>> seemed a little slow to downshift so I’ll get a filter and fluid too, get
>> some clean juice in it. Diffs too while I’m under there.
>>> 
>>> Seems like a really nice car.
>>> 
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Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

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Was Mrs. D. watching so she could do the repair next time around?

On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 4:04 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
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> I just did all four corners on Mrs. Dan’s W211, and despite being very
> clean underneath yet coming from the Tri-State area (Chicago) the rotors
> were not keen to come off. It took some soaking with homemade penetrating
> oil and a few days before they would come loose. I cleaned up the flanges
> and greased them for the next time. Everything else was fine.
>
> -D
>
> > On Apr 18, 2024, at 3:55 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > When I did front and rear on my 2014 Jetta it was much less dramatic
> than that since we don’t have the rust issue here in the AZ.
> >
> > AZBob
> >
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> >> On Apr 18, 2024, at 12:50 PM, Michael Esh via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> Nice Work!   Brake work is satisfying and I always feel safer doing it
> myself.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:59 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> So my 2015 Jetta TDI has needed brakes for awhile now, they were
> pulsing something terrible. I'd blamed it on Angie's riding the brakes. She
> does but in this case I think it was actually my fault.
> >>>
> >>> The pins on the front brakes had very little grease left. Pads looked
> fine but I think the rotors were cupped, causing some of the pulsing. The
> pins also had a coating of dried schmutz, presumably the remnants of the
> grease. I soaked them in brake fluid and cleaned with a wire brush and very
> fine steel wool. I found I had a spare in my parts bin so I swapped that in
> for the worst one.
> >>>
> >>> When I reinstalled I coated them with a thick layer of Sil-Glyde
> silicone pin lube. I only discovered it a few years ago and clearly needed
> to put some on the last time I did these brakes.
> >>>
> >>> The rear pads were worn but the rotors were trashed, big chunks out of
> them. I had to spend considerable time cleaning the caliper frame to get
> the new pads in. I think that rust jacking had trapped the pads and stuck
> them to the rotor which destroyed it.
> >>>
> >>> Anyway when I had the car in for a new timing belt recently they
> quoted me $1500 for this job, all in I paid around $250. Took me just under
> 5 hours all told and it would have been quicker but after I did the fronts
> I cleaned up and took it for a ride which is when I realized I needed to do
> the rears too...
> >>>
> >>> -Curt
> >>>
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Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

[Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes]

  I thought you were looking for a W123 turbo, which is anything but
uncommon

On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 4:06 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> Dunno. Gotta see what the market is like if they can be found.
>
> -D
>
> On Apr 18, 2024, at 3:57 PM, Andrew Strasfogel 
> wrote:
>
> Budget?
>
> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:09 PM dan penoff.com via
> Mercedes mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
> Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it must be a turbo. I know
> they’re not terribly common, but if you come across a decent one, please
> drop me a note.
>
> Thank you!
>
> Dan
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Re: [MBZ] Walk around of the $2500 09S550

[Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes]

Pano roof is a PIA.  When the headliner collapses it costs about $1400 to
repair.  The stock tilting SR is more than enough.

On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:45 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> Looks good.
>
> AZBob
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Apr 18, 2024, at 8:54 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > https://youtu.be/aZLOhcEonTM
> >
> > On stage 3 of paint correction, will finish polish and wax this
> afternoon then start detailing the interior.  Paint and body look really
> good aside from rock chip divots. Will get blower regulator and headlight
> lamp done too. Depending on the weather I’ll try to get the front axles
> swapped this weekend.
> >
> > I think that’s all it needs, will do an oil change soon. Transmission
> seemed a little slow to downshift so I’ll get a filter and fluid too, get
> some clean juice in it. Diffs too while I’m under there.
> >
> > Seems like a really nice car.
> >
> > --FT
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Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Dunno. Gotta see what the market is like if they can be found.

-D

On Apr 18, 2024, at 3:57 PM, Andrew Strasfogel  wrote:

Budget?

On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:09 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it must be a turbo. I know they’re 
not terribly common, but if you come across a decent one, please drop me a note.

Thank you!

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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Now that you mention it, I remember the Feins from my woodworking days. But as 
I recall, they just had the triangular pad thing, not the current day “fingers” 
with the teeth on the ends, right? I don’t ever recall seeing those for the 
Feins.

-D

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 4:01 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
>> Why didn’t someone think these [vibratory tools] up years ago?
> 
> 
> They did.  I remember the doc using a Fein to cut the cast off me in 1966,
> IIRC.  Twenty-five years ago I bought a Fein when it was on clearance,
> from someplace or another.  (Electric rather than pneumatic, which was
> also available at that time.)  Rarely needed, but there's no substitute for
> one when you do need it.
> 
> -- Jim
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Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

I just did all four corners on Mrs. Dan’s W211, and despite being very clean 
underneath yet coming from the Tri-State area (Chicago) the rotors were not 
keen to come off. It took some soaking with homemade penetrating oil and a few 
days before they would come loose. I cleaned up the flanges and greased them 
for the next time. Everything else was fine.

-D

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 3:55 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> When I did front and rear on my 2014 Jetta it was much less dramatic than 
> that since we don’t have the rust issue here in the AZ. 
> 
> AZBob
> 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 12:50 PM, Michael Esh via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Nice Work!   Brake work is satisfying and I always feel safer doing it 
>> myself.   
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:59 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes 
>>>  wrote:
>>> 
>>> So my 2015 Jetta TDI has needed brakes for awhile now, they were pulsing 
>>> something terrible. I'd blamed it on Angie's riding the brakes. She does 
>>> but in this case I think it was actually my fault.
>>> 
>>> The pins on the front brakes had very little grease left. Pads looked fine 
>>> but I think the rotors were cupped, causing some of the pulsing. The pins 
>>> also had a coating of dried schmutz, presumably the remnants of the grease. 
>>> I soaked them in brake fluid and cleaned with a wire brush and very fine 
>>> steel wool. I found I had a spare in my parts bin so I swapped that in for 
>>> the worst one.
>>> 
>>> When I reinstalled I coated them with a thick layer of Sil-Glyde silicone 
>>> pin lube. I only discovered it a few years ago and clearly needed to put 
>>> some on the last time I did these brakes.
>>> 
>>> The rear pads were worn but the rotors were trashed, big chunks out of 
>>> them. I had to spend considerable time cleaning the caliper frame to get 
>>> the new pads in. I think that rust jacking had trapped the pads and stuck 
>>> them to the rotor which destroyed it.
>>> 
>>> Anyway when I had the car in for a new timing belt recently they quoted me 
>>> $1500 for this job, all in I paid around $250. Took me just under 5 hours 
>>> all told and it would have been quicker but after I did the fronts I 
>>> cleaned up and took it for a ride which is when I realized I needed to do 
>>> the rears too...
>>> 
>>> -Curt
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Jim Cathey via Mercedes]

> Why didn’t someone think these [vibratory tools] up years ago?


They did.  I remember the doc using a Fein to cut the cast off me in 1966,
IIRC.  Twenty-five years ago I bought a Fein when it was on clearance,
from someplace or another.  (Electric rather than pneumatic, which was
also available at that time.)  Rarely needed, but there's no substitute for
one when you do need it.

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Re: [MBZ] It's Nice But C'mon

[Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes]

They call that retail around here.

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> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/913009843961625/
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Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

[Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes]

Budget?

On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:09 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it must be a turbo. I know
> they’re not terribly common, but if you come across a decent one, please
> drop me a note.
>
> Thank you!
>
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Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

[Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes]

My 300TD wagon was losing power going up long hills but after I changed the
main fuel filter, it never skipped a beat.

On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:47 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> My 2015 Jetta TDI is a hoot and a hollar, 140ish post-dieselgate HP scoots
> it along nice. It'll pull hard up around 95mph which is as fast as I've
> ever cared to go. Its maybe a little bigger than a 123 inside. I can ride
> in the backseat with the front seat setup for me. If I put the front seat
> all the way back I can't get the clutch all the way down.
> Slightly more tinny than a 123 but the engine is quieter so its probably a
> wash. Not quite as comfortable a ride as an MB...
>
> -Curt
>
>
> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 01:26:08 PM EDT, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> My initial test drive of a VW TDI was a 2001 Bug.
> Up to that point having only driven my NA MB diesels and the mid 70's GM
> diesels, I tromped on the foot feet to get us out into traffic and gave
> everyone in the bug whiplash. I was astonished at the get up and go.
> After I got the TDI Bug for oldest girl child to drive around PRK, I got
> my first 300D turbo and was going to swear off NA units.until I found a
> low mileage 240D manny that I couldn't pass up. I enjoyed the great fuel
> mileage driving back and forth to the old nuke plant and the engaged
> driving a manual requires but missed the scoots.
>
> AZBob
> 
> From: Mercedes  on behalf of Curt Raymond
> via Mercedes 
> Sent: Thursday, April 18, 2024 7:47 AM
> To: Mercedes Discussion List 
> Cc: Curt Raymond 
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny
>
> I was astonished when I started driving a TDI and finally had a turbo
> that's spooled and working at 900 rpm. The turbo is so much more effective
> on those cars.
>
> I've never driven a newer MB diesel, I'd hope the turbo gets going
> sooner...
>
> -Curt
>
>
> On Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 02:51:17 PM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes
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>
> Always wanted a manual in my 300D. Settled for shifting between "S" and
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>
> Turbo is a bit slow to spool up on these, so you'd need to learn to not
> let the RPMs fall too much during shifts.
>
>
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Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

[Bob Rentfro via Mercedes]

When I did front and rear on my 2014 Jetta it was much less dramatic than that 
since we don’t have the rust issue here in the AZ. 

AZBob


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> On Apr 18, 2024, at 12:50 PM, Michael Esh via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Nice Work!   Brake work is satisfying and I always feel safer doing it 
> myself.   
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:59 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> So my 2015 Jetta TDI has needed brakes for awhile now, they were pulsing 
>> something terrible. I'd blamed it on Angie's riding the brakes. She does but 
>> in this case I think it was actually my fault.
>> 
>> The pins on the front brakes had very little grease left. Pads looked fine 
>> but I think the rotors were cupped, causing some of the pulsing. The pins 
>> also had a coating of dried schmutz, presumably the remnants of the grease. 
>> I soaked them in brake fluid and cleaned with a wire brush and very fine 
>> steel wool. I found I had a spare in my parts bin so I swapped that in for 
>> the worst one.
>> 
>> When I reinstalled I coated them with a thick layer of Sil-Glyde silicone 
>> pin lube. I only discovered it a few years ago and clearly needed to put 
>> some on the last time I did these brakes.
>> 
>> The rear pads were worn but the rotors were trashed, big chunks out of them. 
>> I had to spend considerable time cleaning the caliper frame to get the new 
>> pads in. I think that rust jacking had trapped the pads and stuck them to 
>> the rotor which destroyed it.
>> 
>> Anyway when I had the car in for a new timing belt recently they quoted me 
>> $1500 for this job, all in I paid around $250. Took me just under 5 hours 
>> all told and it would have been quicker but after I did the fronts I cleaned 
>> up and took it for a ride which is when I realized I needed to do the rears 
>> too...
>> 
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Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

[Randy Bennell via Mercedes]

I am fortunate to have a son who is a journeyman auto tech. He does mine 
now and he is a very careful and thorough mechanic - also much quicker 
than I would be.


Randy

On 18/04/2024 2:49 PM, Michael Esh via Mercedes wrote:

Nice Work!   Brake work is satisfying and I always feel safer doing it myself.

On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:59 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes  
wrote:

So my 2015 Jetta TDI has needed brakes for awhile now, they were pulsing 
something terrible. I'd blamed it on Angie's riding the brakes. She does but in 
this case I think it was actually my fault.

The pins on the front brakes had very little grease left. Pads looked fine but 
I think the rotors were cupped, causing some of the pulsing. The pins also had 
a coating of dried schmutz, presumably the remnants of the grease. I soaked 
them in brake fluid and cleaned with a wire brush and very fine steel wool. I 
found I had a spare in my parts bin so I swapped that in for the worst one.

When I reinstalled I coated them with a thick layer of Sil-Glyde silicone pin 
lube. I only discovered it a few years ago and clearly needed to put some on 
the last time I did these brakes.

The rear pads were worn but the rotors were trashed, big chunks out of them. I 
had to spend considerable time cleaning the caliper frame to get the new pads 
in. I think that rust jacking had trapped the pads and stuck them to the rotor 
which destroyed it.

Anyway when I had the car in for a new timing belt recently they quoted me 
$1500 for this job, all in I paid around $250. Took me just under 5 hours all 
told and it would have been quicker but after I did the fronts I cleaned up and 
took it for a ride which is when I realized I needed to do the rears too...

-Curt

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Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

[Michael Esh via Mercedes]

Nice Work!   Brake work is satisfying and I always feel safer doing it myself.  
 





> On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:59 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> So my 2015 Jetta TDI has needed brakes for awhile now, they were pulsing 
> something terrible. I'd blamed it on Angie's riding the brakes. She does but 
> in this case I think it was actually my fault.
> 
> The pins on the front brakes had very little grease left. Pads looked fine 
> but I think the rotors were cupped, causing some of the pulsing. The pins 
> also had a coating of dried schmutz, presumably the remnants of the grease. I 
> soaked them in brake fluid and cleaned with a wire brush and very fine steel 
> wool. I found I had a spare in my parts bin so I swapped that in for the 
> worst one.
> 
> When I reinstalled I coated them with a thick layer of Sil-Glyde silicone pin 
> lube. I only discovered it a few years ago and clearly needed to put some on 
> the last time I did these brakes.
> 
> The rear pads were worn but the rotors were trashed, big chunks out of them. 
> I had to spend considerable time cleaning the caliper frame to get the new 
> pads in. I think that rust jacking had trapped the pads and stuck them to the 
> rotor which destroyed it.
> 
> Anyway when I had the car in for a new timing belt recently they quoted me 
> $1500 for this job, all in I paid around $250. Took me just under 5 hours all 
> told and it would have been quicker but after I did the fronts I cleaned up 
> and took it for a ride which is when I realized I needed to do the rears 
> too...
> 
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Re: [MBZ] The shop said the engine locked up - 2011 GL350 Bluetec

[Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes]

Worth maybe $8500 with a working engine and under 150k miles.

On Wed, Apr 17, 2024 at 11:51 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
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> Knock off a 0 and I’d grab it
>
> --FT
> Sent from iFōn
>
> > On Apr 17, 2024, at 11:08 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > What sort of substance abuse leads the seller to believe this car is
> worth $6,000???
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> >
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[MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

So my 2015 Jetta TDI has needed brakes for awhile now, they were pulsing 
something terrible. I'd blamed it on Angie's riding the brakes. She does but in 
this case I think it was actually my fault.

The pins on the front brakes had very little grease left. Pads looked fine but 
I think the rotors were cupped, causing some of the pulsing. The pins also had 
a coating of dried schmutz, presumably the remnants of the grease. I soaked 
them in brake fluid and cleaned with a wire brush and very fine steel wool. I 
found I had a spare in my parts bin so I swapped that in for the worst one.

When I reinstalled I coated them with a thick layer of Sil-Glyde silicone pin 
lube. I only discovered it a few years ago and clearly needed to put some on 
the last time I did these brakes.

The rear pads were worn but the rotors were trashed, big chunks out of them. I 
had to spend considerable time cleaning the caliper frame to get the new pads 
in. I think that rust jacking had trapped the pads and stuck them to the rotor 
which destroyed it.

Anyway when I had the car in for a new timing belt recently they quoted me 
$1500 for this job, all in I paid around $250. Took me just under 5 hours all 
told and it would have been quicker but after I did the fronts I cleaned up and 
took it for a ride which is when I realized I needed to do the rears too...

-Curt

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Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

My 2015 Jetta TDI is a hoot and a hollar, 140ish post-dieselgate HP scoots it 
along nice. It'll pull hard up around 95mph which is as fast as I've ever cared 
to go. Its maybe a little bigger than a 123 inside. I can ride in the backseat 
with the front seat setup for me. If I put the front seat all the way back I 
can't get the clutch all the way down.
Slightly more tinny than a 123 but the engine is quieter so its probably a 
wash. Not quite as comfortable a ride as an MB...

-Curt


On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 01:26:08 PM EDT, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





My initial test drive of a VW TDI was a 2001 Bug.
Up to that point having only driven my NA MB diesels and the mid 70's GM 
diesels, I tromped on the foot feet to get us out into traffic and gave 
everyone in the bug whiplash. I was astonished at the get up and go.
After I got the TDI Bug for oldest girl child to drive around PRK, I got my 
first 300D turbo and was going to swear off NA units.until I found a low 
mileage 240D manny that I couldn't pass up. I enjoyed the great fuel mileage 
driving back and forth to the old nuke plant and the engaged driving a manual 
requires but missed the scoots.

AZBob

From: Mercedes  on behalf of Curt Raymond via 
Mercedes 
Sent: Thursday, April 18, 2024 7:47 AM
To: Mercedes Discussion List 
Cc: Curt Raymond 
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

I was astonished when I started driving a TDI and finally had a turbo that's 
spooled and working at 900 rpm. The turbo is so much more effective on those 
cars.

I've never driven a newer MB diesel, I'd hope the turbo gets going sooner...

-Curt


On Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 02:51:17 PM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
 wrote:





Always wanted a manual in my 300D. Settled for shifting between "S" and "D" as 
needed.

Turbo is a bit slow to spool up on these, so you'd need to learn to not let the 
RPMs fall too much during shifts.


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Re: [MBZ] Walk around of the $2500 09S550

[Bob Rentfro via Mercedes]

Looks good. 

AZBob

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> On Apr 18, 2024, at 8:54 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> https://youtu.be/aZLOhcEonTM
> 
> On stage 3 of paint correction, will finish polish and wax this afternoon 
> then start detailing the interior.  Paint and body look really good aside 
> from rock chip divots. Will get blower regulator and headlight lamp done too. 
> Depending on the weather I’ll try to get the front axles swapped this 
> weekend.  
> 
> I think that’s all it needs, will do an oil change soon. Transmission seemed 
> a little slow to downshift so I’ll get a filter and fluid too, get some clean 
> juice in it. Diffs too while I’m under there.
> 
> Seems like a really nice car.
> 
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Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

[Bob Rentfro via Mercedes]

My initial test drive of a VW TDI was a 2001 Bug.
Up to that point having only driven my NA MB diesels and the mid 70's GM 
diesels, I tromped on the foot feet to get us out into traffic and gave 
everyone in the bug whiplash. I was astonished at the get up and go.
After I got the TDI Bug for oldest girl child to drive around PRK, I got my 
first 300D turbo and was going to swear off NA units.until I found a low 
mileage 240D manny that I couldn't pass up. I enjoyed the great fuel mileage 
driving back and forth to the old nuke plant and the engaged driving a manual 
requires but missed the scoots.

AZBob

From: Mercedes  on behalf of Curt Raymond via 
Mercedes 
Sent: Thursday, April 18, 2024 7:47 AM
To: Mercedes Discussion List 
Cc: Curt Raymond 
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

I was astonished when I started driving a TDI and finally had a turbo that's 
spooled and working at 900 rpm. The turbo is so much more effective on those 
cars.

I've never driven a newer MB diesel, I'd hope the turbo gets going sooner...

-Curt


On Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 02:51:17 PM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
 wrote:





Always wanted a manual in my 300D. Settled for shifting between "S" and "D" as 
needed.

Turbo is a bit slow to spool up on these, so you'd need to learn to not let the 
RPMs fall too much during shifts.


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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Yeah, this was one of those, “Why haven’t I tried one of these things 
before?!?!” moments. I’ve seen them promoted for trim work and such a lot, and 
I can see why they would be super nice for that, but I hadn’t realy thought 
about using them for demo or other rough work. We needed to cut some drywall 
out under a bathroom vanity/sink the other day, and using a multitool made it a 
real walk in the park.

-D

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:08 PM, Curt Raymond  wrote:
> 
> Vibratory tools have been out for awhile but I don't think the cutters were 
> very good. Newer ones are much better and way more precise than you can be 
> with a sawzall.
> 
> I've got a Makita cordless one, its going to get exercised next month cutting 
> new heading ducts into the great northern estate. The builders put in new 
> floors but didn't cut in any ducts, which is fine, I'm ordering nickle plated 
> grates anyway.
> 
> -Curt
> 
> 
> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 12:56:05 PM EDT, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>  wrote: 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Yeah, I got one of those a long time ago, too - the one with the fixed head. 
> I just needed a Sawzall equivalent for some demo work. It’s still in my 
> toolbox 10 years later. I don’t use it much.
> 
> On a related note, has everyone discovered “multitools,” the things with the 
> blade that sticks out and vibrates? When I replaced the service door on the 
> garage in Flagstaff, I bought a nice M18 Milwaukee one. Cut through stuff 
> like buttah, and flush, too! Just used it again last week. Why didn’t someone 
> think these up years ago? Even a corded one would be nice.
> 
> -D
> 
>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 12:09 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> I forgot about my recip saw. I got the HF one with the rotating head. Its 
>> awfully convenient to be able to rotate the blade into position without 
>> having to move the handle...
>> 
>> -Curt
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 11:45:23 AM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via 
>> Mercedes  wrote: 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Years ago I bought a HF recip saw for $20 when the main ring gear in my old 
>> (early 80s)  Sears recip saw (rebranded Milwaukee) stripped. Parts for it 
>> NLA. I figured the HF thing would last long enough to finish the job and 
>> here it is like 12yr on, a bit worse for the wear but still recipping and 
>> I’ve pretty much beat the shite out of it. They still sell them for $20 too, 
>> I should probably get a backup. 
>> 
>> I have a $12 angle grinder too I got for my welding classes and that thing 
>> isn’t bad either. At those prices I have no expectations so however long 
>> they last exceeds my expectations. 
>> 
>> --FT
>> Sent from iFōn
>> 
>>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 11:09 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>>>  wrote:
>>> 
>>> I got one of those grinders when they were on sale for $9.99. I figured if 
>>> I got one job done with it, it was worth it. I don't use it very often but 
>>> it's still working fine.
>>> 
>>> I bought a Hercules battery powered impact driver and built a deck with it 
>>> last summer. Never gave any hint of struggling.
>>> 
>>> I have an Atlas battery powered chain saw, and an electric push mower, and 
>>> both are great so far. I just used the chain saw to cut up a fallen tree a 
>>> couple of weeks ago and it did great. So nice to get it out after a winter 
>>> and not deal with mixing 2-stroke fuel and trying to get it started.
>>> 
>>> I have had to return one or two of their ratchet wrenches, but never a 
>>> problem exchanging them.
>>> 
>>> 
 On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 09:56, Curt Raymond wrote:
 I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really
 improved in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where
 the real improvement has taken place.
 
 I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think
 it was $20 or less, that I bought to cut off some bolts under the house
 at the great northern estate. It's eaten a hot supper and kept on
 going. The switch is a little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving
 snot out of that thing. It doesn't owe me a cent...
 
 -Curt
 
 
 On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via
 Mercedes  wrote:
 
 
 
 
 
 Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.
 
 Hard to go too wrong at that price.
 
 
> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
> Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
> 
> Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
> 
> https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528
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[MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it must be a turbo. I know they’re 
not terribly common, but if you come across a decent one, please drop me a note.

Thank you!

Dan
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

Vibratory tools have been out for awhile but I don't think the cutters were 
very good. Newer ones are much better and way more precise than you can be with 
a sawzall.

I've got a Makita cordless one, its going to get exercised next month cutting 
new heading ducts into the great northern estate. The builders put in new 
floors but didn't cut in any ducts, which is fine, I'm ordering nickle plated 
grates anyway.

-Curt


On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 12:56:05 PM EDT, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





Yeah, I got one of those a long time ago, too - the one with the fixed head. I 
just needed a Sawzall equivalent for some demo work. It’s still in my toolbox 
10 years later. I don’t use it much.

On a related note, has everyone discovered “multitools,” the things with the 
blade that sticks out and vibrates? When I replaced the service door on the 
garage in Flagstaff, I bought a nice M18 Milwaukee one. Cut through stuff like 
buttah, and flush, too! Just used it again last week. Why didn’t someone think 
these up years ago? Even a corded one would be nice.

-D

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 12:09 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> I forgot about my recip saw. I got the HF one with the rotating head. Its 
> awfully convenient to be able to rotate the blade into position without 
> having to move the handle...
> 
> -Curt
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 11:45:23 AM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via 
> Mercedes  wrote: 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Years ago I bought a HF recip saw for $20 when the main ring gear in my old 
> (early 80s)  Sears recip saw (rebranded Milwaukee) stripped. Parts for it 
> NLA. I figured the HF thing would last long enough to finish the job and here 
> it is like 12yr on, a bit worse for the wear but still recipping and I’ve 
> pretty much beat the shite out of it. They still sell them for $20 too, I 
> should probably get a backup. 
> 
> I have a $12 angle grinder too I got for my welding classes and that thing 
> isn’t bad either. At those prices I have no expectations so however long they 
> last exceeds my expectations. 
> 
> --FT
> Sent from iFōn
> 
>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 11:09 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> I got one of those grinders when they were on sale for $9.99. I figured if 
>> I got one job done with it, it was worth it. I don't use it very often but 
>> it's still working fine.
>> 
>> I bought a Hercules battery powered impact driver and built a deck with it 
>> last summer. Never gave any hint of struggling.
>> 
>> I have an Atlas battery powered chain saw, and an electric push mower, and 
>> both are great so far. I just used the chain saw to cut up a fallen tree a 
>> couple of weeks ago and it did great. So nice to get it out after a winter 
>> and not deal with mixing 2-stroke fuel and trying to get it started.
>> 
>> I have had to return one or two of their ratchet wrenches, but never a 
>> problem exchanging them.
>> 
>> 
>>> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 09:56, Curt Raymond wrote:
>>> I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really
>>> improved in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where
>>> the real improvement has taken place.
>>> 
>>> I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think
>>> it was $20 or less, that I bought to cut off some bolts under the house
>>> at the great northern estate. It's eaten a hot supper and kept on
>>> going. The switch is a little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving
>>> snot out of that thing. It doesn't owe me a cent...
>>> 
>>> -Curt
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via
>>> Mercedes  wrote:
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.
>>> 
>>> Hard to go too wrong at that price.
>>> 
>>> 
 On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
 Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
 
 Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
 
 https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528
 
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Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

[Randy Bennell via Mercedes]

On 18/04/2024 9:53 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

I'd always assumed a 240D 3.0 would be an "adequately powerful 240D".

As somebody who lives where its kind of hilly a 240D with its 50mph max 
sustained hill climbing speed was a drag. I used to hit some hills at 70mph so 
I could crest at 55. A 190D has the same power but a little less weight and 
could hold speed up the hills.

I was very happy with my '98 Jetta TDI, at 90hp it had enough power to 
accelerate up those hills so I recon a 240D 3.0 would probably be able to 
sustain speed or maybe accelerate a little.

Of course there would be a fuel use penalty on the NA engine.

-Curt


My W115 300D doesn't generally feel too anaemic on hills but we in 
relatively flat country here on the eastern edge of the prairies. If 
feels generally alright on hills unless I have to stop and then climb 
the hill.


I have taken the car to the cottage periodically and there is one place 
on the highway west bound out of Kenora, Ontario where the road through 
town meets the by-pass around the town. There is a stop sign and after 
the stop, I have to make a hard left hand turn onto the highway and 
climb uphill for half a mile or more. I have a difficult time getting up 
to highway speed in that location. The road from the east is a long 
straight stretch and there is enough traffic that I will generally have 
vehicles behind me wishing that I would get out of their way by the time 
I get to the top and start down the other side. This is all 2 lane 
highway so there is no real opportunity for them to pass me.


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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Yeah, I got one of those a long time ago, too - the one with the fixed head. I 
just needed a Sawzall equivalent for some demo work. It’s still in my toolbox 
10 years later. I don’t use it much.

On a related note, has everyone discovered “multitools,” the things with the 
blade that sticks out and vibrates? When I replaced the service door on the 
garage in Flagstaff, I bought a nice M18 Milwaukee one. Cut through stuff like 
buttah, and flush, too! Just used it again last week. Why didn’t someone think 
these up years ago? Even a corded one would be nice.

-D

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 12:09 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> I forgot about my recip saw. I got the HF one with the rotating head. Its 
> awfully convenient to be able to rotate the blade into position without 
> having to move the handle...
> 
> -Curt
> 
> 
> 
> 
> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 11:45:23 AM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via 
> Mercedes  wrote: 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Years ago I bought a HF recip saw for $20 when the main ring gear in my old 
> (early 80s)  Sears recip saw (rebranded Milwaukee) stripped. Parts for it 
> NLA. I figured the HF thing would last long enough to finish the job and here 
> it is like 12yr on, a bit worse for the wear but still recipping and I’ve 
> pretty much beat the shite out of it. They still sell them for $20 too, I 
> should probably get a backup. 
> 
> I have a $12 angle grinder too I got for my welding classes and that thing 
> isn’t bad either. At those prices I have no expectations so however long they 
> last exceeds my expectations. 
> 
> --FT
> Sent from iFōn
> 
>> On Apr 18, 2024, at 11:09 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> I got one of those grinders when they were on sale for $9.99. I figured if 
>> I got one job done with it, it was worth it. I don't use it very often but 
>> it's still working fine.
>> 
>> I bought a Hercules battery powered impact driver and built a deck with it 
>> last summer. Never gave any hint of struggling.
>> 
>> I have an Atlas battery powered chain saw, and an electric push mower, and 
>> both are great so far. I just used the chain saw to cut up a fallen tree a 
>> couple of weeks ago and it did great. So nice to get it out after a winter 
>> and not deal with mixing 2-stroke fuel and trying to get it started.
>> 
>> I have had to return one or two of their ratchet wrenches, but never a 
>> problem exchanging them.
>> 
>> 
>>> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 09:56, Curt Raymond wrote:
>>> I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really
>>> improved in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where
>>> the real improvement has taken place.
>>> 
>>> I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think
>>> it was $20 or less, that I bought to cut off some bolts under the house
>>> at the great northern estate. It's eaten a hot supper and kept on
>>> going. The switch is a little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving
>>> snot out of that thing. It doesn't owe me a cent...
>>> 
>>> -Curt
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via
>>> Mercedes  wrote:
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.
>>> 
>>> Hard to go too wrong at that price.
>>> 
>>> 
 On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
 Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
 
 Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
 
 https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528
 
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

I forgot about my recip saw. I got the HF one with the rotating head. Its 
awfully convenient to be able to rotate the blade into position without having 
to move the handle...

-Curt




On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 11:45:23 AM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





Years ago I bought a HF recip saw for $20 when the main ring gear in my old 
(early 80s)  Sears recip saw (rebranded Milwaukee) stripped. Parts for it NLA. 
I figured the HF thing would last long enough to finish the job and here it is 
like 12yr on, a bit worse for the wear but still recipping and I’ve pretty much 
beat the shite out of it. They still sell them for $20 too, I should probably 
get a backup. 

I have a $12 angle grinder too I got for my welding classes and that thing 
isn’t bad either. At those prices I have no expectations so however long they 
last exceeds my expectations. 

--FT
Sent from iFōn

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 11:09 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> I got one of those grinders when they were on sale for $9.99. I figured if I 
> got one job done with it, it was worth it. I don't use it very often but it's 
> still working fine.
> 
> I bought a Hercules battery powered impact driver and built a deck with it 
> last summer. Never gave any hint of struggling.
> 
> I have an Atlas battery powered chain saw, and an electric push mower, and 
> both are great so far. I just used the chain saw to cut up a fallen tree a 
> couple of weeks ago and it did great. So nice to get it out after a winter 
> and not deal with mixing 2-stroke fuel and trying to get it started.
> 
> I have had to return one or two of their ratchet wrenches, but never a 
> problem exchanging them.
> 
> 
>> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 09:56, Curt Raymond wrote:
>> I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really
>> improved in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where
>> the real improvement has taken place.
>> 
>> I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think
>> it was $20 or less, that I bought to cut off some bolts under the house
>> at the great northern estate. It's eaten a hot supper and kept on
>> going. The switch is a little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving
>> snot out of that thing. It doesn't owe me a cent...
>> 
>> -Curt
>> 
>> 
>> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via
>> Mercedes  wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.
>> 
>> Hard to go too wrong at that price.
>> 
>> 
>>> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
>>> Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
>>> 
>>> Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
>>> 
>>> https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528
>>> 
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[MBZ] Walk around of the $2500 09S550

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

https://youtu.be/aZLOhcEonTM

On stage 3 of paint correction, will finish polish and wax this afternoon then 
start detailing the interior.  Paint and body look really good aside from rock 
chip divots. Will get blower regulator and headlight lamp done too. Depending 
on the weather I’ll try to get the front axles swapped this weekend.  

I think that’s all it needs, will do an oil change soon. Transmission seemed a 
little slow to downshift so I’ll get a filter and fluid too, get some clean 
juice in it. Diffs too while I’m under there. 

Seems like a really nice car. 

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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

Years ago I bought a HF recip saw for $20 when the main ring gear in my old 
(early 80s)  Sears recip saw (rebranded Milwaukee) stripped. Parts for it NLA. 
I figured the HF thing would last long enough to finish the job and here it is 
like 12yr on, a bit worse for the wear but still recipping and I’ve pretty much 
beat the shite out of it. They still sell them for $20 too, I should probably 
get a backup. 

I have a $12 angle grinder too I got for my welding classes and that thing 
isn’t bad either. At those prices I have no expectations so however long they 
last exceeds my expectations. 

--FT
Sent from iFōn

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 11:09 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> I got one of those grinders when they were on sale for $9.99. I figured if I 
> got one job done with it, it was worth it. I don't use it very often but it's 
> still working fine.
> 
> I bought a Hercules battery powered impact driver and built a deck with it 
> last summer. Never gave any hint of struggling.
> 
> I have an Atlas battery powered chain saw, and an electric push mower, and 
> both are great so far. I just used the chain saw to cut up a fallen tree a 
> couple of weeks ago and it did great. So nice to get it out after a winter 
> and not deal with mixing 2-stroke fuel and trying to get it started.
> 
> I have had to return one or two of their ratchet wrenches, but never a 
> problem exchanging them.
> 
> 
>> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 09:56, Curt Raymond wrote:
>> I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really
>> improved in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where
>> the real improvement has taken place.
>> 
>> I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think
>> it was $20 or less, that I bought to cut off some bolts under the house
>> at the great northern estate. It's eaten a hot supper and kept on
>> going. The switch is a little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving
>> snot out of that thing. It doesn't owe me a cent...
>> 
>> -Curt
>> 
>> 
>> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via
>> Mercedes  wrote:
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.
>> 
>> Hard to go too wrong at that price.
>> 
>> 
>>> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
>>> Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
>>> 
>>> Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
>>> 
>>> https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528
>>> 
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

I bought this one:

https://www.harborfreight.com/80v-brushless-cordless-18-in-chainsaw-tool-only-56937.html

Between the saw and the battery and charger I could have bought a decent 
gas-powered saw but I don't use them often enough and always end up having 
hassles with old fuel, difficult starting, etc.

The battery electric are nice in that regard, just pop in the battery and go.

I got mine when they were offering a deal on the batteries.



On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 10:35, Curt Raymond wrote:
> Which Atlas saw do you have?
>
> We've got the Bauer ultra cheapie one which has been a solid saw other 
> than the tensioner stinks. The Atlas appears to have a more convention 
> chain tensioning system.
>
> I really like electric for a trimming saw because of the way the saw 
> stops pretty much immediately when you let go of the trigger. This is 
> doubly true for when I'm up on a ladder.
>
> We've got some spruce trees on the great northern estate that are 
> between the house and the telephone lines (definitely telephone, I know 
> the difference) that need to go. They're not too high yet so I think 
> with the electric saw I can take them down piece by piece off a ladder. 
> An electric saw will be the way to go...
>
>
> -Curt
>
>
> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 11:09:10 AM EDT, Allan Streib via 
> Mercedes  wrote: 
>
>
>
>
>
> I got one of those grinders when they were on sale for $9.99. I figured 
> if I got one job done with it, it was worth it. I don't use it very 
> often but it's still working fine.
>
> I bought a Hercules battery powered impact driver and built a deck with 
> it last summer. Never gave any hint of struggling.
>
> I have an Atlas battery powered chain saw, and an electric push mower, 
> and both are great so far. I just used the chain saw to cut up a fallen 
> tree a couple of weeks ago and it did great. So nice to get it out 
> after a winter and not deal with mixing 2-stroke fuel and trying to get 
> it started.
>
> I have had to return one or two of their ratchet wrenches, but never a 
> problem exchanging them.
>
>
> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 09:56, Curt Raymond wrote:
>> I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really 
>> improved in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where 
>> the real improvement has taken place.
>>
>> I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think 
>> it was $20 or less, that I bought to cut off some bolts under the house 
>> at the great northern estate. It's eaten a hot supper and kept on 
>> going. The switch is a little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving 
>> snot out of that thing. It doesn't owe me a cent...
>>
>> -Curt
>>
>>
>> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via 
>> Mercedes  wrote: 
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.
>>
>> Hard to go too wrong at that price.
>>
>>
>> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
>>> Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
>>>
>>> Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
>>>
>>> https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528
>>>
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

Which Atlas saw do you have?

We've got the Bauer ultra cheapie one which has been a solid saw other than the 
tensioner stinks. The Atlas appears to have a more convention chain tensioning 
system.

I really like electric for a trimming saw because of the way the saw stops 
pretty much immediately when you let go of the trigger. This is doubly true for 
when I'm up on a ladder.

We've got some spruce trees on the great northern estate that are between the 
house and the telephone lines (definitely telephone, I know the difference) 
that need to go. They're not too high yet so I think with the electric saw I 
can take them down piece by piece off a ladder. An electric saw will be the way 
to go...


-Curt


On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 11:09:10 AM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





I got one of those grinders when they were on sale for $9.99. I figured if I 
got one job done with it, it was worth it. I don't use it very often but it's 
still working fine.

I bought a Hercules battery powered impact driver and built a deck with it last 
summer. Never gave any hint of struggling.

I have an Atlas battery powered chain saw, and an electric push mower, and both 
are great so far. I just used the chain saw to cut up a fallen tree a couple of 
weeks ago and it did great. So nice to get it out after a winter and not deal 
with mixing 2-stroke fuel and trying to get it started.

I have had to return one or two of their ratchet wrenches, but never a problem 
exchanging them.


On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 09:56, Curt Raymond wrote:
> I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really 
> improved in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where 
> the real improvement has taken place.
>
> I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think 
> it was $20 or less, that I bought to cut off some bolts under the house 
> at the great northern estate. It's eaten a hot supper and kept on 
> going. The switch is a little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving 
> snot out of that thing. It doesn't owe me a cent...
>
> -Curt
>
>
> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via 
> Mercedes  wrote: 
>
>
>
>
>
> Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.
>
> Hard to go too wrong at that price.
>
>
> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
>> Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
>>
>> Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

I got one of those grinders when they were on sale for $9.99. I figured if I 
got one job done with it, it was worth it. I don't use it very often but it's 
still working fine.

I bought a Hercules battery powered impact driver and built a deck with it last 
summer. Never gave any hint of struggling.

I have an Atlas battery powered chain saw, and an electric push mower, and both 
are great so far. I just used the chain saw to cut up a fallen tree a couple of 
weeks ago and it did great. So nice to get it out after a winter and not deal 
with mixing 2-stroke fuel and trying to get it started.

I have had to return one or two of their ratchet wrenches, but never a problem 
exchanging them.


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> I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really 
> improved in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where 
> the real improvement has taken place.
>
> I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think 
> it was $20 or less, that I bought to cut off some bolts under the house 
> at the great northern estate. It's eaten a hot supper and kept on 
> going. The switch is a little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving 
> snot out of that thing. It doesn't owe me a cent...
>
> -Curt
>
>
> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via 
> Mercedes  wrote: 
>
>
>
>
>
> Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.
>
> Hard to go too wrong at that price.
>
>
> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
>> Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
>>
>> Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
>>
>> https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

That’s pretty much the same for my RO. I dropped it once whcih broke one of the 
bolts that holds the case halves together. I taped it up with some electrical 
tape to take the stress off the remaining bolt and all is well. And this 
probably happened 4-5 years ago.

I’m gradually shifting over to Milwaukee M18 system for everything, but I’ll 
keep my existing HF stuff as backups. It works, what can I say? I’ve got one of 
those angle grinders, too, and it’s been seriously mistreated but still works 
just fine.

-D

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 10:56 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really 
> improved in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where the 
> real improvement has taken place.
> 
> I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think it 
> was $20 or less, that I bought to cut off some bolts under the house at the 
> great northern estate. It's eaten a hot supper and kept on going. The switch 
> is a little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving snot out of that thing. It 
> doesn't owe me a cent...
> 
> -Curt
> 
> 
> On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>  wrote: 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.
> 
> Hard to go too wrong at that price.
> 
> 
> On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
>> Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
>> 
>> Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
>> 
>> https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528
>> 
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really improved 
in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where the real 
improvement has taken place.

I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think it was 
$20 or less, that I bought to cut off some bolts under the house at the great 
northern estate. It's eaten a hot supper and kept on going. The switch is a 
little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving snot out of that thing. It doesn't 
owe me a cent...

-Curt


On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.

Hard to go too wrong at that price.


On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
> Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
>
> Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
>
> https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528
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Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

I'd always assumed a 240D 3.0 would be an "adequately powerful 240D". 

As somebody who lives where its kind of hilly a 240D with its 50mph max 
sustained hill climbing speed was a drag. I used to hit some hills at 70mph so 
I could crest at 55. A 190D has the same power but a little less weight and 
could hold speed up the hills.

I was very happy with my '98 Jetta TDI, at 90hp it had enough power to 
accelerate up those hills so I recon a 240D 3.0 would probably be able to 
sustain speed or maybe accelerate a little.

Of course there would be a fuel use penalty on the NA engine.

-Curt


On Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 04:04:48 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





On Wed, 17 Apr 2024 13:50:09 -0500 Allan Streib via Mercedes
 wrote:

> Always wanted a manual in my 300D. Settled for shifting between "S" and
> "D" as needed.
> 
> Turbo is a bit slow to spool up on these, so you'd need to learn to not
> let the RPMs fall too much during shifts.

My 240D/3.0 (which is now at Okie Acres) had a OM617.912 naturally
aspirated engine. It got up and went acceptably, though not like my
current W116 300SD ...


Craig


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Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

I was astonished when I started driving a TDI and finally had a turbo that's 
spooled and working at 900 rpm. The turbo is so much more effective on those 
cars.

I've never driven a newer MB diesel, I'd hope the turbo gets going sooner...

-Curt


On Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 02:51:17 PM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





Always wanted a manual in my 300D. Settled for shifting between "S" and "D" as 
needed.

Turbo is a bit slow to spool up on these, so you'd need to learn to not let the 
RPMs fall too much during shifts.


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> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/959721412262078/
>
> I wonder what this would drive like?
>
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

I've got an RO polisher from HF that’s easily 10 years old and still going 
strong. I would buy another if this one died.

-D

> On Apr 18, 2024, at 9:57 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
> 
> Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher
> 
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Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use.

Hard to go too wrong at that price.


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> Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction
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>
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[MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction

Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher

https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528

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Re: [MBZ] Euro M110 Fuel Injected Gas Straight 6 engine. , 4 speed manual transmission 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 te, $2, 000

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A lot of mildew. Probably would need steam cleaning and an ozone treatement.

Not entirely euro, the headlights look like DOT-spec. Maybe an engine/trans 
swap was done at some point?


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> 4spd manual too!  Interesting!
>
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[MBZ] Euro M110 Fuel Injected Gas Straight 6 engine. , 4 speed manual transmission 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 te, $2, 000

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4spd manual too!  Interesting!

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[MBZ] Velour seats -- 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500 sec Coupe 2D,$4,500

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Interesting

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1748411875569036/

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[MBZ] Floor pans solid , rocker panels have some rust. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 250c, $3, 200

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Cool car

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[MBZ] Windows down, sunroof open -- 2006 Mercedes-Benz clk-class CLK 350 Coupe 2D, $1, 800

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Engine kakked?

We have the key but it needs programming. Only should cost about $25. 
Needs fuel pump. Must be towed off of property.


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