[MBZ] Seasons Greetings!
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to all my Mercedes friends! Angelo 1990 350SDL (gone, but not forgotten) 2011 ML350 Bluetek Diesel (SWMBO's new ride) Sent from my iPad ___ 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] rod benders
My 1990 350SDL had 280K+ miles when I sold it last year..and it's still being used as a daily driver. However I did just check and it's not for sale on CL or eBay. Wife now has a CPO 2011 Bluetek ML, now with 60K, just in the shop for warranty workcam sensor, oil cooler and timing chain. Also fuel filter and trans service...my nickel. Now I know this car will not be as reliable or as cheap to maintain as my SDL, but what's the net wisdom on this one? Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL 280K (gone, but not forgotten) 2001 530i 5 speed 120K 2011 350ML Bluetek 60K > Message: 11 > Date: Sat, 6 Feb 2016 20:49:10 -0600 > From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <ka...@striplin.net> > To: Mercedes Discussion List <mercedes@okiebenz.com> > Subject: [MBZ] rod benders > Message-ID: <fugkj.5845bc1e9e.56b6b0a6.8000...@striplin.net> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8; format=flowed > > I hardly ever see 350SDL's for sale. All the sudden on ebay there have > been like 4-5 pop in the last couple of days and several on Craigslist, > in addition to the burned one I bought. ___ 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] Hi miles
1990 W126 350SDL Rodbender with only 289k? Gotta be worth some kind of award! Angelo ___ 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 All posts are the result of individual contributors and as such, those individuals are responsible for the content of the post. The list owner has no control over the content of the messages of each contributor.
Re: [MBZ] Hi miles
Original Trans, too! Tick, tick, tick... On Nov 20, 2014, at 10:35 AM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Overachiever award? On Thu, Nov 20, 2014 at 9:47 AM, Angelo Giaimo via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: 1990 W126 350SDL Rodbender with only 289k? Gotta be worth some kind of award! Angelo ___ 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 All posts are the result of individual contributors and as such, those individuals are responsible for the content of the post. The list owner has no control over the content of the messages of each contributor.
Re: [MBZ] Hi miles
Thanks, Wilton! Glad to see someone who appreciates good engineering, persistence and a bit of luck, too! Angelo On Nov 20, 2014, at 12:33 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: At least a big ATTABOY! BTW, I shoulda bought your FL friend's 126. 'Procrastinated too long. Wilton 1990 W126 350SDL Rodbender with only 289k? Gotta be worth some kind of award! Angelo ___ 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 All posts are the result of individual contributors and as such, those individuals are responsible for the content of the post. The list owner has no control over the content of the messages of each contributor.
[MBZ] 126 Sunroof gasket
Hi, Just picked up a new sunroof gasket from my local stealer..any gotcha's I need to be concerned about? Looks straightforward..pull out the old one, (it's loose anyway) and press the new one into the groove? Angelo 1990 350SDL Rodbender 278k miles Sent from my iPad ___ 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 All posts are the result of individual contributors and as such, those individuals are responsible for the content of the post. The list owner has no control over the content of the messages of each contributor.
[MBZ] 126 sunroof gasket
Hi, The sunroof gasket on my 1990 350 Rodbender SDL keeps pulling away from the insert in the roof gets jammed in the sliding roof panel when it gets lowered from vent to closed position. Usually in the drivers rear corner. I can hold the gasket in place with something thin and gradually close the roof. Does the gasket shrink over time (and then pull away from the corners?) or should it be glued in place, or just replaced? Alternatively, I can just keep it closed, but I like the open air in the summertime! Thanks! Angelo Giaimo 1990 W126 ___ 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 All posts are the result of individual contributors and as such, those individuals are responsible for the content of the post. The list owner has no control over the content of the messages of each contributor.
Re: [MBZ] 1991 350SDL. The end...
Well, the new owner flew to Jacksonville from Dallas, IIRC, picked up my friend's 350 SDL and drove it back to Texas. $6K and one happy new owner...gone! ___ 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 All posts are the result of individual contributors and as such, those individuals are responsible for the content of the post. The list owner has no control over the content of the messages of each contributor.
[MBZ] ML350BT? and 91 350 SDL status
Wife really likes a 2011 ML350BT at a local dealer. CPO, low miles. Anything I should look out for with this vehicle? Only issues I know of are potential leaking oil cooler and no transmission dipstick. Are these real issues? ( if it's covered to 100k miles). Anything else? BTW, our friends in Jacksonville have a deposit on their 91 350 SDL and waiting for the guy to get his ins check for the balance. Looks like a done deal. Angelo G 90 350SDL Rodbender, 279k miles...and still ticking... ___ 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 All posts are the result of individual contributors and as such, those individuals are responsible for the content of the post. The list owner has no control over the content of the messages of each contributor.
[MBZ] 350SDL for Sale......
My friends in Jacksonville have decided to part with their 1991 350SDL. ( too many cars and this one not driven enough.) White with grey leather. No rust, garage kept, etc. Drives, handles great. It's what we drive when we're in town. Has a factory replacement engine right around the time they bought it from Brumo's, used, in the early 90's. Burns/leaks NO oil with about 180k miles, so I don't think it's one of those Rodbender motors. I do know it's a well maintained car. I do know there was extensive suspension rebuilding recently done. I really don't know what they'll accept, price-wise. I could tell you more, but if anyone is interested, PM me, and I'll get you their contact info. Angelo ___ 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 All posts are the result of individual contributors and as such, those individuals are responsible for the content of the post. The list owner has no control over the content of the messages of each contributor.
[MBZ] ML vrs GLK Diesel?
Well, SWMBO is considering downsizing her 03 Tahoe, so we've been test driving a few small SUVs. ( X3, Q5 and some MBZ's) Test drove a '11 ML Bluetec and '12 GLK. I am partial to the diesel, but wife likes the GLK. From prices I've looked at, a '11 ML350 Bluetec is about the same money as a '13 GLK250 Bluetec. I realize they're different vehicles, but is there any reason to stay away of either vehicles? We tend keep our cars long term, (have a 90 350 SDL and a 01 530i); are either of these MB's something that can be kept long term without being a money pit, or should they be considered something to dump prior to the CPO warranty expiring? Can anyone comment on actual gas mileage on these cars? As gas mileage is a consideration, do these diesels get significantly better mileage than their gas counterparts? One reason we're lookingTahoe gets 15 mpg on a good day Any/all comments welcome! Thanks! Angelo 1990 350SDL Rodbender 279K and still ticking. ___ 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 All posts are the result of individual contributors and as such, those individuals are responsible for the content of the post. The list owner has no control over the content of the messages of each contributor.
Re: [MBZ] 350 SDL Opinions
Kalib, I'm in the lower Hudson Valley, about 70 miles north of NYC. I drove the car to the restoration shop that did my rust repair and repaint about 5 years ago. Including new front fenders, a crapload of new trim and a new trunk lid, as the old one was I rough shape. Probably dumped $6K+ into the car that year. Insco's from both parties did estimates, probably within 10% of each other, around $3.5K. Shop left me a msg last night they already has a tail light assembly, and looking for a rear deck but still need my okay to do the work. Wilton, thanks for the offer; if I look at this one next week and it's a POS, I'll contact you. Shop said insco would cover repair up to the vehicle's value. My concern was they were going to value the car around $2K and total it. They value is about $7K, so right now, the numbers look good. Don't know if I can just take the $3.5K check and keep/part out the vehicle, or if that's even an option, which was a thought, if I wanted to get rid of it, knowing the model's stellar reliability reputation. g More later.. Angelo Giaimo 350 SDL Rodbender 279,xxx miles, and still ticking! Sent from my iPad ___ 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] 350 SDL Opinions
Well folks, it finally happened! My 1990 350SDL rod bender with 278k and a repair history similar to Wilton's (my head gasket was at ~125k but still on the original trans) was rear-ended by a school bus! Getting an estimate from my shop today and my ins co is looking at it also, as is the bus co's ins. Have full collision and comp, yet, so I don't know how the numbers work out or if its a total. After seeing what happened to Wilton, I was just wondering if I should seize the opportunity to unload it or fix it Just PO'ed right now. Angelo Sent from my iPad ___ 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] ThinkPads [Angelo Speaks!]
Hi, Been retired from Big Blue for 2+ years now. I know we have access to some of the used/refurb thinkpads at reduced prices, but I have to check/test access again. Please contact me offline if you're interested.. Angelo Giamo..lurking alot lately. 1990 350SDL michaelangel...@gmail.com Obligatory MB content: Getting ready for tires/brakes to get thru inspection...maybe even replace the leather on the front seat. I see Rusty's got some good prices. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search 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] For Kaleb: Routes around NYC
Kaleb, Depending where you're coming from, (Maine?) You may want to hook up with I-84, shoot across CT into NY, across the hudson river and pick up the NYS Thruway to I-287, where you can get several westbound Interstates (I-80 and I-78). You can avoid the I-95 traffic headed to NYC, and the city itself, if you want to. Wanna go to the Jersey Shore, stay on I-287 and pick the the Garden State Parkway. Exit 100 is Ocean Grove (my favorite) and Asbury Park. Just south of there, you can pick up I-195 and head back to the Jersey Turnpike (I-95) towards Philly or wherever else you want to go. Just some suggestions. Drive Safely... Angelo Giaimo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search 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] Cold this Morning
Well, Actually yesterday morning, woke up to 9 below. Shoveled out my 350 SDL rodbender vbg that's been sitting in a snowbank for the past 2 weeks. One cycle of the glow plugs and it kicked over in less than 5 seconds of crank time. Love that car.. Angelo 1990 350SDL 278K miles. Sorry, no video. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search 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] Radio CODE problems..
Hi all, Tried the * at the end of the codeno change. But you know what? Today I got into the car and Viola! the the radio started working again.go figure! Thanks for your help! Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Radio CODE problems..
Hi all, Had to disconnect/reconnect the battery on my 1990 350 SDL Rodbender for some electrical work. Radio came up with CODE (and punched it in), but instead of the radio turning on, the screen went blank. It's not a code issue, as I've reset it many times over the years. Any suggestions? Thanks, Angelo Giaimo 1990 350 SDL 279K milesand still ticking. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 350SDL Brake Pads
Yah, pads on a 126 are pretty easy. Wait till you have to R/R the front rotors, though. vbg Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL 277Kand still ticking. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 1990 350SDL intermittent temp gauge: Was '91 350SDL air cond
OK Don wrote: Sounds like it might be a loose/corroded ground connection - I'd check/clean those before blaming the gauge --- = Yah, before I spend big bucks for a new gauge cluster ($800 plus at the stealer; $199 used from Potomic.) I'd look for something simple first. The replacement gauge is the last resort. Thanks, Angelo 1990 350SDL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL air cond
On my '90 350SDL with aux fans that won't kick in and an erratic temp guage, (goes from 85 to pegged @ 120+, and back again), a slight tap at the top of the dashboard above the gauge will cause it to jump, so we figured the guage it intermittent. Even hit the block with a laser thermometer by the sensor , engine is cooling as it should. IIRC, there are 2 separate sensors, one for the gauge, which we replaced, thinking the sensor was intermittent. The other goes to the ACC unit. Don't remember if the sensor or the relay replacement caused the fans to start working again, but I know we did not replace the ACC PBU. YMMV. Got 4 cans of R-12 left. Only enough for 1 re-charge after I find where my leak is. ;-( Angelo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] New Car Sightings.....
Got a call today from someone I know at my local dealer.seems they had an extra W126 they wanted to get rid of. So I dropped by and looked at the POS 420 SEL project car from one of their service folks who abandoned the project. Wanted $600 for it. No sale. Anyway, on the showroom was a matte brown (black?) SLS AMG with brown leather interior. Only $236K, IIRC. Too much No sale, again. vbg But a very pretty car. Earlier that day, I spotted a new B-Class. (small SUV?) on the road and inquired about it while at the dealer. Apparently, they won't be for sale in the US. This one belongs to a Mexican collage student at a local collage. Must be nice... Angelo Giaimo 1990 350 SDL 270+ K miles.and still ticking. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need help selecting Windows Laptop
The IBM T-Series, which I deployed and used at IBM for many years was about the most bulletproof laptops of it's time. The -p series (T4Xp or T6Xp machines) have better graphics, but, in general, a workhorse. You can buy them at the IBM Employee Purchase Program website, http://www-304.ibm.com/shop/americas/content/home/store_eppus/en_US/epplogin.html use the S/N 235697 and the name giaimo and you're in. (good for friends and family) Enjoy.. Angelo Giaimo 350SDL Rodbender Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: Happy New Year
Wife decided we'd go to the beach (Ocean Grove, NJ) till Monday..Maybe I'll fix those glow plugs when we get back. vbg In the meantime, I wish everyone a Happy and Healthy 2010. Angelo Giaimo 1990 350 SDL Rodbender Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 126 Electrical Gremlins
Well, although the paint job is done, the car's now got a few electrical problems. I already mentioned the tach not working, but today, I had a dead battery...purchased in '03, I figured it was time to put a new one in. ~$125 from the dealer. (I get a discount for a 'vintage' car.) Car now cranks, but won't start. GP light not coming on. Plugged it the block heater for about an hour (31 degrees outside) and after several attempts, I got it running., Now, when I try to start the car, (as before) no GP light, but after it starts, the GP light comes on for about a minute and then goes off. Now I could see loosing one or two GP's and still being able to start the car, but I suspect with as difficult it was to start and as rough as it ran, maybe I lost all of them? Or should I be looking at the GP relay? Is the GP ckt fused? Can't find it in the ETM or the fuse list in the box. As an aside, even after it was warmed up, about 5 minutes, it still runs rough at idle, but smothes right out when I hit the throttle. Any clues as to what may be wrong? Thanks, Angelo 1990 350SDL Rodbender 276K miles. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 49, Issue 142
On Mon, 28 Dec 2009 20:06:57 -0600, Peter Frederick wrote: You have at least two glow plugs bad, maybe more. It's possible the fuse has cracked (they do, with age), but I'd guess you have more than one bad GP, too. The GP relay is self diagnostic -- if you don't have balanced current for all the plugs, the light will either not come on at all or flash, then come on again after you start the car. This is to tell you to fix the glow plugs! Pete, Since the GP light is coming on/off, does this mean the GP fuse is OK? I only see two plugs on the topside, One for the GP's, the other for power. The ETM shows the fuse internal to the relay. (Yes, I did find it in the book!) Does is dis-assemble to access the fuse? I'll bug out the GP's tomorrow in the daylight. vbg Thanks, Angelo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 126 Electrical Gremlins
On Mon, 28 Dec 2009 20:06:57 -0600, Peter Frederick wrote: You have at least two glow plugs bad, maybe more. It's possible the fuse has cracked (they do, with age), but I'd guess you have more than one bad GP, too. The GP relay is self diagnostic -- if you don't have balanced current for all the plugs, the light will either not come on at all or flash, then come on again after you start the car. This is to tell you to fix the glow plugs! Pete, Since the GP light is coming on/off, does this mean the GP fuse is OK? I only see two plugs on the topside, One for the GP's, the other for power. The ETM shows the fuse internal to the relay. (Yes, I did find it in the book!) Does is dis-assemble to access the fuse? I'll bug out the GP's tomorrow in the daylight. vbg Thanks, Angelo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Belated Christmas Greetings!!
Hi! Just like to wish everyone on the list a belated Merry Christmas! MB Obligitory Comment: On Christmas Eve, the shop called and said my Re-paint was complete and I inspected and brought it back home. Looks BEAUTIFUL...Nice Xmas Gift. On the downside, the tach no longer works. Now to find out why. ;-( Angelo Giaimo 1990 350 SDL Rodbender Diesel 27X K miles.and still ticking ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 49, Issue 53
On Tue, Dec 8, 2009, Craig Wrote: I think you mean Flamenco. Yes, you're right. Damn spell check in Google.. Angelo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT:Tampa
Go to Columbia Resturant in Ybor City, FL.Great place. Anelo Giaimo 350SDL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Columbia Resturant in Ybor City, FL
Andrew, Dan got it about right. We know Columbia from one of the other Columbia restaurants. There are 3; others in St. Augustine (near my stompin ground when I'm in fla.) and Miami. Authentic Cuban food, great atmosphere, etc. On different nights, they have strolling Mariachi bands, Flamingo dancers, etc, etc. (Call to see if there's entertainment first.). Great Sangria (Get the stuff with the brandy in it..yum!) Obligatory MB content: A few years ago, we drove my SDL from Jax to Ybor city, just to have dinner (As the one in St. A was closed). Against our better judgement at the time, ie:too much sangria, we drove all the way to Naples to surprise some friends and spent the next 10 days winding our way back up the west cost just taking in the sights. It was great, as it was summer and all the winter residents were back north, where they belonged. vbg Angelo Giaimo MB350SDL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Vandalism at local dealer......
Went to my paint shop yesterday to check on my car.Prep work done, should be going into the paint booth in a day or so for BC/CC paint. Coming along fine... Interestingly, there were two late model S-Class cars (S550's ?) in for work from my local dealer. Seems like someone needed some high-intensity headlamp assemblies and went to the dealers' FRONT lot, at night, broke into them, popped the hood and pried out the headlamp assys, and some other sensors. Caused about $15K worth of damage to each car. Theory is someone bought a damaged car at an auction, thought they got a good deal, then found out how much the headlamp assys cost.Is this going to be like what happened to airbags years ago? Another reason I drive an old benz... Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL 279K miles and still ticking. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Painting and looking for seats....
On Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:13:04 EDT relng...@aol.com wrote: Who's paying for this? Auto paint is very expensive and a base coat/clear coat job is going to cost more. A lot more. As to which paint, I'm guessing it's been a long time since single stage paint was used (except on the very cheapest cars, and certainly not any of the Germans and non-metallic) so the selections may be limited. The advantage to two stage is that when you polish it, you are polishing the clear and not the base coat which BTW is not glossy. ...Questiondoes anyone know if a single-stage paint finish is more or less durable than a double-stage paint finish?? My car, a? solid dark blue, was repainted (and failed, due to bad paint) and is now going to be re-preped and shot.? The shop is willing to shoot it either way..hence, my question = The paint manufacturer (I won't give the name, but if anyone want to know, email me privately) is re-emburseing my shop to re-shoot my car. It was determined by my body shop and the rep that it was a failure of the paint, not the application or the prep. When I questioned why there was no clearcoat, (answer:solids are shot single stage; metallics shot BC/CC.), he offered to re-shoot it as BC/CC, hence, my question. Based on what I've read and the link provided by Larry T(?), I'll be taking the BC/CC route. I was also planning on r/r the bumper chrome but I think I'll wait till the spring. And my shop said no problem doing that part of the job in the spring. One more thing..anyone have some nice, newer W126 Palomino seats or interrior parts (drivers' door panel, in specific) they want to part with? Thanks, Angelo Giaimo 1990 W126 Longbody -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20091017/6f27709c/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Paint Question
Questiondoes anyone know if a single-stage paint finish is more or less durable than a double-stage paint finish? My car, a solid dark blue, was repainted (and failed, due to bad paint) and is now going to be re-preped and shot. The shop is willing to shoot it either way..hence, my queston. Anyone know which is preferable? (ie:more durable, easier to maintain or look better?) Or are they about the same? TIA... Angelo Giaimo 1990 W-126 Diesel 276K miles. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20091016/9b000a67/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Pure breed and mix-breed dogs......
On Fri, 02 Oct 2009 08:36:16 -0400, Mitch Haley wrote: The reason you don't breed your cousin is an increased chance of reinforcing genetic defects when the kid picks up the defective gene from both parents. One reason for cross breeding dogs is to decrease the chance of a genetic defect hitting the pup from both parents. Most breeds have genetic problems, take hip displasia for example. Mixed breeds are just plain healthier genetically. === Mitch, I think we're saying almost the same thing.. Breeding with your (1'st) cousin is also socially unacceptableeven if she is cute and you use birth control. eg. Yes, breeders have to be very selective (weather they mate 2 of the same or 2 different breeds of dogs) as to make sure they don't pass along any genetic problems. That's obvious. Allot of breeders do not. Obviously, if you increase your gene pool to include all dogs, not just your own breed, increases the chance for not passing on defective genes. I agree with you 100%. (ask me how I know) Our first poodle, Rosie, (Rescued from a breeder) probably bred to be small, had a multitude of problems, most of which were hereditary. Two Luxacated Patellas, seizures, PRA, which caused premature blindness were all defects that could have been avoided had our first dog's breeder been more responsible.The pedigree we were given by the breeder was a complete fabrication. Still, she lived to the ripe old age of 17. We're lucky to have the means to take care of her and learned allot along the way. Lucy, on paper, and with allot of other references and recommendations is about as good as we could find after our 1'st learning experience. As for the latest designer dogsLaberdoodles, Cocker-poos, etc, who's to say that the offspring does not end up with the bad traits of each breed? And they're still mutts. (Not that it's a bad thing, though.) Angelo -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20091002/b16fb956/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Personality of Laberdoodles
Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote re: Personality of Labradoodles: For the same reason you shouldn't impregnate your cousin. Mitch, Your logic escapes me...but that's OK. (BTW, that's in-breeding, not cross-breeding) But I did get a good laugh at your response. Also, I have no intention of buying a Cad and moving to Florida, either. tic And herees Lucy. Angelo -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20091001/ddb41eb4/attachment.html -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: IMG_0030.JPG Type: image/jpeg Size: 1721498 bytes Desc: not available URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20091001/ddb41eb4/attachment.jpe ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Personality of Labradoodles
Although while crossing a poodle with a lab has created the next trendy dog in an effort to possibly getting the best attributes from each breed, what does the Lab contribute? (Please, I'm not trying to start a flame war or anything, I'm just curious.) As as per the AKC, Labradoodles are mixed breed dogs.AKA: mutts . (BTW, there's nothing wrong with mutts, but why deliberately breed them?) Poodles are already hypoallergenic and smart as hell, and if smartness and hypoallergenic is your goal, just get a poodle. We've had two. Our first lived 18 years. Our 2'nd one (Balywick Beam of Light...Lucy) just became a certified therapy dog @ 18 months. And ours have always been cut in Lamb cut, no ribbons, no bows, no pom-poms as not to look like one of those fru-fru dogs. And a team of poodles have run the Iditarod in Alaska. Obligatory MB content: Both of our poodles love to ride in our 1990 Mercedes 350 SDL, as the poodles and the car are all German. (Not French!) Angelo Giaimo 350SDL 276,000 Miles and still ticking. Flame suit on...jk -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090930/b1a6f963/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Rear door regulator (?) Stuck.
Got to replace the that device that holds the door open. (Don't know it's official name, but I had one lying around from when it first started acting up.). So the door panel gotta come off. Anyone have the proccedures to r/r the panel and the regulator they could email me? PDF files are fine. Thanks, Angelo Giaimo michaelangel...@gmail.com 1990 350SDL 276K miles.and still ticking. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090914/7ee8217d/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] W126 Bmupers and Chrome.
Hi, What's the market for front and rear bumper covers and Chrome for a 1990 W126. Seems the paint job I had a few years ago failed and I'm getting a free repaint, including addtional rust repair, which was guaranteed, and the option of replacing the bumper covers and/or chrome, now that they're showing serious rust.Still got to pay for them, though. I understand they rust alot and are hard to get apart. Anything else to look out for? Thanks, Angelo 1990 350SDL Rodbender 272K miles and still ticking. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090814/6fcb0488/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] How to determine whether a shelved turbodiesel is any good.
On Wed, 5 Aug 2009, Jim Cathey wrote: Push it off the bench. If it makes a cracking sound when it hits, it's no good. Try the veal. Better yet, Leave the gun, take the cannolis Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL 276K..and still ticking -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090806/d0799aad/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Electrical Temp Problem? 1190 350 SDL
OK.so I thought I had an overheating issue with my 350SDL after I got the A/C charged. Don't know if I still do. 1'st outing with the car, about a month ago, temp reached over 110C. (Needle between 100 and 120 Mark) with the A/C on. Shut her down and noticed liquid running out from under the front pass side of the car, (Like under the air cleaner). Traced leak back to a bad hose that leaked under pressure between the reservoir and the radiator. New hose later, no leak but temp still rising above 100C with the AC on and aux fans not kicking in. Changed therno switch at the front of the block.fixed that problem. Now, the engine's running @ temp. (80-85C), and stays stable. (verified with a laser/spot thermometer on the thermostat.) BUT the gauge inside the car slowly creeps up from 80-85C to nearly 100C, over 15-20 minutes. (NOTE, this time, the fans never kicked in as the actual temp was only 80-85C). Question: What would cause the temperature difference between what we read with the laser/spot thermo and what the dash gauge reads? Anyone ever see this before? Thanks! Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL; 276K miles.and still ticking. vbg -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090806/bbde97d0/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Electrical Temp Problem? 1990 (not 1190) 350 SDL....
On Thu, 6 Aug 2009 Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net commented: Technically, you should measure the head at the place where the sender is, when checking the accuracy of the sender. (Which is probably your problem, btw.) -- Jim == Jim, you're right, I misspoke. We were measuring the temp at the sending unit on the head, not the thermostat. You saying the brandy-new sending unit may be drifting? = Also, Luther, We've already changed the thermostat and flushed the system a few months agoand new MB antifreeze too.. New Radiaitor was put in about 5 years ago. We'll check the cap for release tomorrow. Thanks, guys. I'll let you know what progress we make tomorrow. Angelo -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090806/03c5454f/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Social Security WAS check your credit card due dates.
On Wed, 5 Aug 2009 09:12:25 -0400, LarryT l02tur...@comcast.net Wrote: there's a trick with social security. if he wants to retire now and start collecting ss he can go ahead. then when he hits the next age threshold for higher paynents, he can elect to stop receiving his current benefits, then apply for bnefits again. the new application will be based on his present age. If in doubt, check with your local SS office...;-) not really a trick - perfectly legal and done all the time but not everyone knows about it - take care - larryt 91 300D True, the only caveat is you must pay back all the SS checks you already received, but with NO INTEREST! So, if you banked the checks and make a few thou on interest, you get to keep that. Also, you'll probably have to amend your tax returns for those years, because, if you were working under the limit AND collecting SS, part of your SS is taxable. Basically, you're giving back the $$$ you already received in trade for higher payments. You need to do an ROI to see if it's worth it.. That's directly from a relative who works for the Social Security Administration, who has NEVER seen anyone do that, although, technically, you can. Angelo Giaimo 90 350SDL ...now with working AC, but running hot. (If it ain't one thing, it's something else!) -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090805/5b75ea42/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] A/C Q's on a 126.....
The A/C on my 1990 350 SDL was not really cooling like it shouldand that was last summer. This year, it's worse. Since I've had the car, every 3-4 years, I usually have to add a 1/2 - 1 pound or so to get it to cool adequately, So, I guess it's time again. It also has those dual aux fans, right behind the grill and it looks like one is dead. Does anyone know if I need to Remove and Re-install the radiator, evaporator, et al to replace the fan, or is the fan replaceable (from the front) without removing them? As for the A/C, I've thought about just adding more R-12 to keep it cooling hopefully, for another few years (and running with 1 of 2 aux fans) OR see if the fan can be replaced without removing the evaporator. Obviously, if the evap needs to come out, (to R/R the fan) then I guess we'll check and fix any significant leaks and re-charge the system. I've found R-12 12-oz cans for sale on CL. Anyone know how much I'd need? A friend with the proper tools is going to help me with this, as I've never done A/C work before. Anyone BTDT or have any suggestions/comments before I proceed? I think the general net-wisdom was not to convert to R-134, as I would not be happy with the results. Thanks, Angelo Giaimo Currently unemployed due to downsizing, and not being a crybaby about it. 1990 350 SDL Rodbender 276K Miles. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090527/72688439/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Retirement
Everyone, As of today, I will be retiring from IBM after 30 plus years of service and will be seeking out new ventures.. I will miss the work, but, more importantly, I will miss the people and friends I have accumulated over the years. Please feel free to contact me anytime, if you wish (work-related, golf schedule, or you just want to chat). Sincerely, Angelo Giaimo NEW EMAIL michaelangel...@gmail.com HOME ADDRESS: 63 Hamlet Court Wappinger Falls, NY 12590 PHONE: 845-298-9335 (H) 845-729-0607 (C) Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090427/8c7c7e76/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Retirement
Rob, They let me go in January with 90 days to find another position. If not I got a GENEROUS separation package, retraining $$$, etc, etc, that I'd be stupid not to take. Very fortunate I got my full retirement and medical. Had not planned to retire yet (due to the economy and job market) , but oh well, crap happens. We'll deal with it. Wife is still working, and that helps allot. Golf starts 5/1, and the honey-do list is growing vbg Obligatory MBZ content: I'll have more time to fix all my oil leaks on my 350SDL rodbender (274K miles...and still ticking) I'm curious to see how this formatting works out as I'm using gmail now, not the Notes account from Big Blue Date: Mon, 27 Apr 2009 18:36:27 -0700 From: Bob Rentfro azbob...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Retirement To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: 2479e1690904271836j2998123dnbe1e3b989b3fb...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Good for you. Everyone I work with, who is nearing retirement, seems to have their date moving out a little further due to the wretched economy. Bob R On Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 6:31 PM, ANGELO GIAIMO gia...@us.ibm.com wrote: Everyone, As of today, I will be retiring from IBM after 30 plus years of service and will be seeking out new ventures.. I will miss the work, but, more importantly, I will miss the people and friends I have accumulated over the years. Please feel free to contact me anytime, if you wish (work-related, golf schedule, or you just want to chat). Sincerely, Angelo Giaimo NEW EMAIL michaelangel...@gmail.com HOME ADDRESS: 63 Hamlet Court Wappinger Falls, NY 12590 PHONE: 845-298-9335 (H) 845-729-0607 (C) Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090427/5c4e9a29/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: Re: Wolf Stoves
We took the Viking RouteJust a 4 burner, all Gas, self-cleaning, no dual fuel, no sealed burners (they're a PIA to keep clean). Store would not sell/install it unless we had a hood (vented outside) to go with it due to high output burners. Neither would our contractor who did our kitchen. The Wolfes were nice, too, but we were trying to stay away from all the electronic crap. IIRC, the wolfe was her 2'nd choice. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090320/dbf63d1d/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] IBM Layoff
On Wed, 4 Mar 2009 20:06:52 OK Don wrote: Angelo - did you get an invitation to move to India, China, or Brazil? Just curious. Some of the local IBM'ers took an early retirement and went to work for 'partners'. === Don, Yup, I got the sales pitch. But there was nowhere I wanted to goNow if they gave me Germany, I'd have to Reconsider. I especially liked the part about the locality pay. Still looking.. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090305/56bd8d77/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Happy SQRT day
On Tue, 03 Mar 2009 Somebody wrote: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=101369384ft=1f= 1051Happy Square Root Day Mar 3rd, 2009 ? Tuesday is 3/3/09 and three is the square root of nine. The math-buffs' holiday only happens nine times each century. The next Square Root Day is April 4, 2016 ? 4/4/16. Math lovers don't despair. Pi Day is coming up ? 3/14/09. Pi = 3.14159, not 3.1409. Or am I just being picky? Still looking for work... Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090304/4ee5fc33/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: Spamalot
Saw it on Broadway with the original cast (Tim Curry, Hank Azaria and David Hyde Perce) Seats were about 6 rows back in the center. (My wife's cousin got us great tickets or my Birthday a couple of years ago). I will fart in your general direction.vbg Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090208/191e4a7d/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: Employment. WAS: OT - Strategic Air Command
Wilton, Thank YouI appreciate it - Original Message - From: Wilton Strickland wilt...@nc.rr.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Strategic Air Command To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: 000d01c988dc$6e4d1d60$0301a...@computer Content-Type: text/plain;charset=iso-8859-1 I do, indeed, wish you well. Wilton - Original Message - From: ANGELO GIAIMO gia...@us.ibm.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, February 06, 2009 11:02 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT - Strategic Air Command Yup, Watching it right nowas I write my resume... Last day at Big Blue: 4/26/09...unless I find a new job... Lasted 30 years, 2 months and 26 days.but who's counting.. Wish me luck Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090207/12aae5a1/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: Employment; Was: SAC
Involuntary, but I'm not gone yetvbg Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090207/ad37e73d/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - Strategic Air Command
John Robbins wrote: I hope they didn't screw you out of retirement! Lasted 30 years, 2 months and 26 days.but who's counting.. Nope, got a more than generous severence package. Definately will have mixed feelings if I land another job inside. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090207/74cd091d/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Employment; Was: SAC
Luther benz-n-h...@gulseth.net Wrote: I'm not dead yet! *whack* Now you are == Luther, I guess you saw Spamalot too? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090207/204a41ea/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Employment. WAS: OT - Strategic Air Command
Wilton Strickland wilt...@nc.rr.com asked: Are you at RTP/Raleigh, etc., I forgot. = Fishkill NY, about 70 miles north of NYC. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090207/e1c12775/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Whatever happened to that 350SDL?
Rich, My 350SDL is in NY and doing well. for it's milage (272K miles) Now, my firends in Mayport Fl with their 1991 White 350SDL with about 170K, still have not made up their mind if/when they're selling. Recent changes in family circumstances dictate they may be making a decision in the future. If I hear something, I'll let you all know.. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090207/c9ff8d4f/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT - Strategic Air Command
Yup, Watching it right nowas I write my resume... Last day at Big Blue: 4/26/09...unless I find a new job... Lasted 30 years, 2 months and 26 days.but who's counting.. Wish me luck Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090206/91de93f8/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - Strategic Air Command
Don, Yah, I'll be 55 in July. Working with computers and programming for almost 35 years sofar...(Damn, that's a long time!) If I don't find something internally, I can start collecting my pension 5/1/09. And I'm STILL on my 1'st benz.(Obligitory MB Content) 30 years? You are in my age range. On Fri, Feb 6, 2009 at 10:02 PM, ANGELO GIAIMO gia...@us.ibm.com wrote: Yup, Watching it right nowas I write my resume... Last day at Big Blue: 4/26/09...unless I find a new job... Lasted 30 years, 2 months and 26 days.but who's counting.. Wish me luck Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM 1990 350SDL 272 K miles,and still ticking. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090207/fdc8536d/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Houses in the U.S.: was: (no subject)
True, as homeowners forclose, they still need a place to live.. Just rented our house in Atlantic Beach (Outside of Jacksonville Fl) last week.6 months..not even a nibble. Then 3 offfers in 2 weeks. (3'rd time's a charm). Renters had excellent credit untill they had to short-sale their house due to illness. (Mother's Cancer drove them into the poorhouse.) Went from paying $2.4K/mo for 1'st and HELOC to less than half for rent. Both good, stable employment history, 2 Sons are local cops, etc, etc. We took a chance, but I think it will work out Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090126/c5de0c61/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] W126 Repair Proccedures Needed (PDF Format)
Today, I pulled on the interior handle to get out of my car (Front Drivers Side) and it appears that the handle is no longer attached to the pivot (?) via some sort of press-fit pin. (It's there, but I see the hole in the handle has expanded and the pin almost fell out.), I can get the door to un-latch from the inside, but it's tricky. Anyway, I see I've got to replace that chrome handle and some other associated HW. (As to what, I don't know yet.) Anyone have the proccedure to remove/replace (and I'm guessing at this) the door panel, handle, etc, etc. in PDF format?I KNOW the manuals used to be somewhere on the web, but I can't find them. Thanks. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090119/159e0669/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Gelled
Around here, (Beautiful downtown Wappinger Falls, about 70 miles north of New York City) it typically gets down into the single digits at night. Was 11 degrees last night and I forgot to plug in.No problem, kicked right over. I do usually plug in when it gets below freezing. Just runs better and I have heat sooner. At minus 2, overnight, without being plugged in, it runs, but it's not very happy.neither am I.. Up here, I don't think I ever had a problem with fuel gelling. 1990 350 SDL 272K .and still ticking Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090114/e5219b05/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Christmas Greetings and a special message for Fred
Fred Moir is accused of writing: MB Nuts. (you know who you are.) All the blessings of the season to each and every one. In the spirit of giving. Angelo, the shipper says that the items were delivered, My Christmas present to you. Fred Moir Lynn MA Ho! Ho! Hack! Hack! Ho! (My present is a Christmas Cold, Fa la la, la la la ) == To the entire list: You truly are a great group. I'd like to wish you all and your families a Merry Christmas and a healthy and Happy New Year! Let's hope next year brings us some relief. And to Fred: No waywe agreed I'd pay the shipping. (Thought you'd email me with the costs) Maybe you can use the funds to purchase some Cough Syrup vbg If not, THANK YOU for my Christmas Gift! What a pleasant surprise! BTW, I gave the wheels to the guy who powder coated mine and asked him to either dip them or bead/media blast them. I'll spray paint them when I get them back. In the meantime, I survived 2 snowstorms and one ice storm w/o snow tires sofar this season, now 11 years running with a/s tires. The snows will make it that much easier. Working from home today. Ah, the wonder of computers! Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20081224/7d96c17c/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Season's Greetings.
On Dec 24, 2008, at 10:27 AM, E M wrote: So what did everyone buy their cars for Christmas? :-) Ed 300E Mine got new wiper blades...(Not even refills!), and a trans fluid/filter change. Still the original trans.now how great is that? A gift in itself! 1990 350SDL 272K Miles Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20081224/9a76f045/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W126 Instrument Panel pulling.
Chuck, Wilton, Thanks for your emails with instructions re:intermittent temp guage on a W126. I first tried coat hangers wire but found the diameter to be too bigso I was able to get my hands on some 0.050 steel rod (they fit the opening between the dash cover and the instrument panel), but could not get enough grip to pull the panel.so I made some handles out of some leftover 3/8 square al stock, 2 in long. Drilled some 0.052 holes in the center, even milled a slot and peened the bent wire to hold it in place and rounded the edges on a belt sander to make them more comfortable. Will try this weekend to pull the instrument panel and check for loose connections before I go searching for a new guageprovided SWMBO does not have too much of a Honey-do list for me this weekend. vbg BTW, when I used the wire alone, I really had to pull HARD to get even 1 side to budge. (which is why I added handles) Should that panel be in really tight? Any other tricks? thanks, (See attached file: MVC-008X.JPG) Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: MVC-008X.JPG Type: image/jpeg Size: 130945 bytes Desc: not available URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20081107/8a8d6422/attachment.jpe ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Intermittent Temp Gauge: Related Subject............
Does anyone have the proceedure to r/r the instrument cluster on a .w126? I think I need to make some hooks out of coat hanger wire and pull the panel, but that's about all I know. Can anyone help with more details? Someone used to have the entire Chassis and Body Manual CD's online, but I can't find them anywhere. Thanks! Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 350SDL 271K miles..and still ticking ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: Barcodes
I started checking some barcodes and where the product said it was manufactured and the chart was not correct, so I did some checking Bottom Line: First 3 digits of a Barcode represent the COUNTRY OF ORIGIN where the barcode was ASSIGNED, not where the item was MANUFACTURED. See: http://www.snopes.com/politics/business/barcodes.asp Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Intermittent Temp Gauge
The Temp gauge on my 1990 350SDL sometimes jumps from it's normal 85C to being pegged past 120C. No a slow ramp-up, like the temp is actually rising, but an a instaneous jump. 1'st time it scared the crap out of me and shut her down quickly and checkednot hot all and plenty of AF. Just as fast as it jumped past 120C, it returned to 85Cafter going over a small bump in the road. Now, I can almost make it jump on command by giving the dash a short wrap with my knuckles. My thought was a loose connection, but I've been told that the gauges sometimes go bad...That true? Noware the instrument clusters (Temp, Oil Pressure, Gas Gauge) on the 350SDL's the same as the older 300SD/SDL's? I can get my hands on one of them cheaply, or do I need to find one specifically for the 350? Dealer prices are a joke.(If we did not know that already) Thanks.. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 1990 350SDL w/ 271Kand still ticking. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Front brake pads too Big for a W126?
Changed the front brake pads on my W126 over the weekend. Noticed that the metal backing plate BARELY fit into opening on the calliper, even after cleaning out all the accumulated brake dust, detritus, etc, and the pads were thick enough to barely fit between the calliper and the rotor. Problem (I think) was that on the metal backing plate, Mercedes put some (hardened glue, paint, who knows) on the backside and edges which caused them not to fit. Removed it with a file and they slid right in. Don't remember this stuff on previous pads. What changed? Thaught maybe there was some kind of spec that said the finished brake pad had to be a certain size to fit inside the calliper. Am I missing something? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] JEA Rates in JAX
Bill R, Spoke to my Friends in Mayport last night..no increase in their electric bill (this month), although they did mention that JEA was granted a 17% rate increase this year, as they had the cheapest electric in Florida. Don't know if you're seeing any of that, yet. Later, Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] NOW: Atlantic Beach Fl Real Estate. WAS: How about You?
Bill R Wrote: You could bump that market up a bit by providing helicopter transport in to the business areas. Terrible traffic coming in in the morning and going out in the evening. At least that is true for JT Butler Blvd, and I am assuming it is also true for Atlantic Blvd. and Beach Blvd. I avoid all of them, but my darling wife heads out JT Butler in the mornings and sees the clogged roads on the other side heading each way. Is that a full-time, seasonal or weekend rental you have? I would think if it were near the beach or inter-coastal you should be getting some traffic - and you can't get too far from either there, can you? BillR Bill, It's a 3br/2ba 1150sf ranch, full-time rental, just renovated and listed with Stockton. We've dropped the price already. It's in the Oak Harbor Development, off A1A going towards Mayport, right across from B M Bait and Tackle. The ICW is about 500 yards down the end of the street, with a boat ramp in the development. It's right near the Wonderwood Bridge that avoids all the traffic headed downtown into Jax. 5 minutes from the Mayport Naval Station's front gate. For someone working at the base, it's an excellent location. Rumor is they may bring a Nuclear Carrier down from Norfolk (with about 5,000 jobs) and then I KNOW we'll have it rented. Since it just changed ownership (From my Father in Law to my wife and I) We've been cancelled by State Farm and looking for other insurance. (at about 2X the price). Any leads? Yeah, our friends in Mayport have several properties in Jax Beach and Neptune Beach and always have them rented. Maybe uncertainty with the economy is causing folks to stay put. As for my trip in June, we were in town for about 48 hours to take care of everyting with the lawyers, contractors, etc. As far as fishing, going to Singletons or driving to Saint Augustine for Shrimp at O'Steens, just no time... Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] How about You; NOW: Real Estate Update and Fishing.....
Bill R Wrote: You could bump that market up a bit by providing helicopter transport in to the business areas. Terrible traffic coming in in the morning and going out in the evening. At least that is true for JT Butler Blvd, and I am assuming it is also true for Atlantic Blvd. and Beach Blvd. I avoid all of them, but my darling wife heads out JT Butler in the mornings and sees the clogged roads on the other side heading each way. Is that a full-time, seasonal or weekend rental you have? I would think if it were near the beach or inter-coastal you should be getting some traffic - and you can't get too far from either there, can you? BillR Bill, It's a 3br/2ba 1150sf ranch, full-time rental, just renovated and listed with Stockton. We've dropped the price already. It's in the Oak Harbor Development, off A1A going towards Mayport, right across from B M Bait and Tackle. The ICW is about 500 yards down the end of the street, with a boat ramp in the development. It's right near the Wonderwood Bridge that avoids all the traffic headed downtown into Jax. 5 minutes from the Mayport Naval Station's front gate. For someone working at the base, it's an excellent location. Rumor is they may bring a Nuclear Carrier down from Norfolk (with about 5,000 jobs) and then I KNOW we'll have it rented. (See attached file: IMG_4097.JPG) Since it just changed ownership (From my Father in Law to my wife and I) We've been cancelled by State Farm and looking for other insurance. (at about 2X the price). Any leads? Yeah, our friends in Mayport have several properties in Jax Beach and Neptune Beach and always have them rented. Maybe uncertainty with the economy is causing folks to stay put. As for my trip in June, we were in town for about 48 hours to take care of everyting with the lawyers, contractors, etc. As far as fishing, going to Singletons or driving to Saint Augustine for Shrimp at O'Steens, just no time... Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: IMG_4097.JPG Type: image/jpeg Size: 3327668 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20080922/b4ae91b7/attachment.jpe ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] What about you?
Bill, I'll check with my friends in Mayport to see what JEA soaked them for this month...and I'll check the bill on our still-vacant rental property in Atlantic Beach..Rental market at the beaches is SLOW right now. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] S350 diesel sedan
Jim Cathey wrote: Now uses about 1qt/1.5K miles Like Wilton, I'm gonna keep driving it and enjoying it as long as I can. Sadly, unlike his yours sounds like it's on its way out. Don't know about thatI estimate 1/2 of that is due to a leaking front seal and valve cover gasket...for starters. I leave small puddles wherever I go. vbg It smokes very little too. And I'm not going to obsess about it, either. It's paid for many years ago and the economics of spending twice what the vehicle is worth to fix this problem does not make good economic sense, so I'm just going to keep driving it and enjoying it as long as I can Anyone, What's the failure mechanism of this rod bender? Does the engine self distruct? Just burn more oil? Throw a rod? Does anybody know? I've spoken to Dr. Booth several times, and I know he said (and others have repeaded), it will eventually fail, but then, most of our beloved diesel engies will eventually fail too. If anyone knows, I'd love to hear. flame suit on Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] S350 diesel sedan
I just turned 270,000 on my 90 350 SDL; Head Gasket replaced around 120K (I think...gotta check the records) Now uses about 1qt/1.5K miles Like Wilton, I'm gonna keep driving it and enjoying it as long as I can. Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2008 20:00:11 -0400 From: Wilton Strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] S350 diesel sedan To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 192 kmi on my 91 350SDL; same engine as S350. 'Gonna keep driving it and enjoying it as long as I can. Wilton - Original Message - From: Nick Gilles [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2008 1:32 PM Subject: [MBZ] S350 diesel sedan Hi all, OK, so I started making biodiesel about a year ago. It's running very well in my tractors and skid loaders. I get the bright idea to look for diesel cars as I already have a gas pickup (that's paid for). I started with the VW's , wanted a little bigger vehicle. A friend suggested looking into Mercedes diesels. I set my Ebay search to watch for MB diesel cars. I find a S350, very reasonable price, very nice condition. I win the bid, get it home and then find out I bought a rod bender! I'm trying to decide to sell it again or keep it and give it a shot. It runs great, doesn't seem to be consuming hardly any oil. Body interior in great shape. I've done quite a bit more research and I've been getting about 10-1, horror stories to good stories with the S350's. I'd sure like to hear from others, good or bad. Keep it or sell it while I can! Thanks Nick in Wi ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Volvo 240...Stopped at a light doing about 40.......
On Wed, 6 Aug 2008 Fmiser Wrote: ...while stopped at a light doing about 40 MPH. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Now _that's_ amazing!! -- Philip === OK Philip, let me clarify..Wife was STOPPED at a light. Airhead college student on cell phone REAR-ENDS the Volvo doing about 40. I did chuckle at your response, though. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 (still smiling) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Volvo 240
Bought one new in 1990, 4 cyl stickonly way I would have bought one as the auto slushbox was a slug. Only left me stranded once with a bad airflow sensor, other than that, regular maintenance is all it required. Got totaled about 18 months ago when some airhead collage student on a cell phone rammed my wife, while stopped at a light doing about 40 MPH. (Seat broke, she was OK; rear crumple zone did it's job, though) Still have the aux fan I got from a junkyard (Paid over $125, used) in my garage.if anyone wants one. Yes, parts are expensive. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] A/C Retrofit on a 126
On Mon, 4 Aug 2008 17:40:54, Peter Frederick wrote: If the R12 leaked out you need to replace all the o-rings anyway. = First of all, based on the experience of this list, I'll stick to the R12. In the 11+ years I owned the car, this is the 3'rd time I needed to top off the R12. About every 4-5 years it looses enough to make the system not cool as good as it should, so I think I'll stick to just topping off with R-12. Each time, it took less than a pound. BTW, I've also located a local establishment who can help me out. One question: Do I need to be concerned with adding additional oil to the system? Or is there a way to check? (I have not located the dipstick on the compressor. vbseg) Thanks, again. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] A/C Retrofit on a 126
Once again, I ask the MB Gods for their net-wisdom. The A/C in my 1990 350SDL (now at 270K Miles) is not cooling like it should (OK for the low 80's, but above that, fugataboutit). My old supplier of R-12 does not carry it any anymore, so...I guess I need to convert the system over to what, R-134? Does anyone have any experience with how well the system cools after being converted? Any alternatives? (Other then sweating in the heat like I've done for most of the summer before I traced down why my compressor would not kick in?) Thanks, Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] PHX CL 95 S350D
My 1990 350SDL now has 285K on it...(Purchased used in 1997 with 85K). Head Gasket replaced at about 110K; uses 2-3 quarts between 3K oil changes with Delvac 1300, but otherwise, a fine, fine automobile.. Was there any mention of the engine being rebuilt/replaced by MB? My friend's 1991 uses ZERO oil between 5K oil changes @ 170K , but she's got a factory replacement engine (See attached file: 121_2118.JPG) Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: 121_2118.JPG Type: image/jpeg Size: 2660380 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20080728/a29fdd6d/attachment.jpe ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: O'Steens in St. Augustine.
Bill, That was me.I asked to tell Charlene, (the gal who takes the names at the window) that Angelo from NY, the guy who allways tries to pay by check or credit card say Hi and we'll be down in June. We'll fly down May 31 into JAX and plan on being in St. Augustine on June 5'th for my wife's birthday...at her favorate resturant. Once I get my schedule straight for that week, maybe we can hook up for lunch/dinner somewhere local in Jax? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: O'Steens in St. Augustine
Bill, That was me.I asked to tell Charlene, (the gal who takes the names at the window) that Angelo from NY, the guy who allways tries to pay by check or credit card say Hi and we'll be down in June. We'll fly down May 31 into JAX and plan on being in St. Augustine on June 5'th for my wife's birthday...at her favorate resturant. Once I get my schedule straight for that week, maybe we can hook up for lunch/dinner somewhere local in Jax? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Fuel Price!
Are we forgetting that in the last 10 years or so, everyone's been buying those big SUV's and Minivans that get 10-15 MPG instead of smaller, more efficient vehicles? Prices are up because of demand. If we conserve and demand drops, I'm sure prices will follow.hopefully. That's not to say the oil co's aren't taking advantage of the situaition. Also, if crude is traded in dollars, and we've devalued our currency, how much has cude gone up just due to that? Just my opinion...YMMV Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: Lunch at Singletons.....
Hey Rusty and Bill, How was lunch at Singletons? With the Shrimp Festival in Fernandina, I'm sure the ferry back was a bitch to catch. Heard it was backed up all the way to the Lighthouse..or did you take the bridge back? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] O/T lunch in Jacksonville
Sorry guys, won't be in town, yet. Did book our tickets; Arriving JAX 5/31; Driving our newly aquired 2001 2WD Tahoe (!) back north 6/6. Bill, maybe we can hook up sometime that week at Singletons or one of the other places I talked about.. Probably have my wife with me, too. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Michigan Rodbender - $6500
'Come on, you guys are just JEALOUSvbseg Angelo Giaimo 1990 350 SDL 265,XXX miles.and counting. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Blutec Dealer Loaners......
A while ago, my local dealer sent out a letter stating they were no longer giving Mercedes (Mostly C class) cars as loaners due to mounting costs. Now there's an Enterprise car rental desk right next to the service writer's desk. They rent at discounted rates to customers who need a loaner.. We'll never see a Blutec diesel loaner here. Years ago, when I bought my 1'st new BMW (1979 320 I), my dealer used to give me a 530 i stick as a loaner, regurlarly when I brought my car in. When he did, I'd take the day off from work and go joy-riding. vbseg Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] O'Steens in St. Augustine
Bill, Just talked to our locals in Mayport. They had dinner there 2 weeks ago. The place is alive and well, just surrounded by road construction and widening of the road on the other side of the street. (Thank God) They're closed Sundays and Mondays in the slow season, so if you called then, maybe that's why there was no pickup. If you DO go down there, Tell Charlene, (the gal at the window who takes names and calls you when your table is ready), that Angelo from NY, the one who always tries to pay by check or credit card sent ya On every trip down, at least ONCE, sometimes, twice, the 4 us will jump into their 350SDL (Obligatory MB Content) with either a bottle of wine, or Tanqueary or Stolie and the appropriate Mixers and head for O'Steens. Cocktails are served either on the way down A1A or in the parking lot, waiting for dinner. Afterwards, it's a trip to Savannah Sweets in St. A for pralines, a stop at the Gate station for lottery tickets and the trip back home. Our MONTH of April is already booked up, So, we'll probably be down in May sometime. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: VISA's stupid limit on fuel purchases
Just fueled up a couple of days ago...$92 Bucks and change @ $4.29 /Gal. OUCH Used my VISA Check card at my favorate Hess Station. No limit issues for me, but typically, when I see the pump, the guy ahead of me (poor guy) pumped $200 worth. Must be a regional/station specific thing. MB 350SDL 266,xxx Milesand ticking. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport
Rusty, If I see I'll be down there in May when you are, I'll give you a shout. Ever go to the old Strickland's resturant between Singleton's and the ferry slip? My Friend's Uncle owned it and she and her brother worked there till it closed. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Singletons.....and a picture
Yah, the decor at Singleton's is kinda casual and has a local ambiance to it. Ever been there at low tide in the summer? Refreshing! Bill, where do you live down there? My wife and I just inhereted a house in Oak Harbor (Off Mayport Road) after my father in law died 2/21 in Fleet Landing, which was our most recent trip to JAX. . (Burrial in NJ is tomorrow).We'll be down to clean/renovate/rent it out soon.. I'll let you know when we're back in town. As for Safe Harbor Seafood, It's on par, price-wise with Singleton's but Looks better; Smells better and a good place to buy fresh seafood, too. BTW, Most places down in Mayport sell Wild caught Mayport Shrimp, as well as the Farm Raised crap; Don't just assume because the shrimp boats are parked outside the fish is local. Gene's Seafood is about halfway between Atlantic and Beach on Penman Road. They've got weeknight specials. 18, (I think) shrimp plus 2 sides and hushpuppies. for something like $8.99 and others. O'Steens is a no-reservations, cash-only place, and depending on the night, be prepared to wait, sometimes up to 2 hours. It's in St. Augustine about 1/2 mile east of the Bridge of Lyons Bridge. Worth the drive down A1A from the beaches. We usially drive down, have cocktails in the parking lot while waiting for our names to be called. And 40 degrees and rain in NY makes me appreciate my trips to northeast florida even more. Which place closed due to road construction in the area? Did not see anything major last month. Singleton's..fron the side. = (See attached file: 122_2236.JPG) Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: 122_2236.JPG Type: image/jpeg Size: 754295 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20080329/6dced9a1/attachment.jpe ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport
Bill, Rusty: Did not think ANYBODY on this list knew of Singleton's Seafood Shack in Mayport! (BTW, my friend with the 91 350SDL maybe for sale is right on Palmer Street, accross from Sigleton's) obligitory MB content Another nice place down the street is Safe Harbor Seafood Coright where the gambling ships used to leave Mayport. Does not have the Charm of the Garbage dumpster at the front door...but good food also. Also, Try Gene's Seafood on Pennman Road..Great Shrimp too.and a bargain. Ever been to O'Steens in Saint Augustine? Damn, wish I was there now instead of 40 Degree rain in beautiful downtown Wappinger Falls, NY.. What's everyone in town for? Amelia Island or TPC? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT STILL:Wayback Machines/Computer History
Jim Cathy et al wrote: I used to write Z80 machine language. I did for the 6502 too. Anyone remember that one? Of course. I've written gobs of Z-80 (and 8080/8085) and 6502 code, and 680x0 code. As well as 1802 code. And, to a lesser extent, 8048, 8051, and 9900 code. And some others that no one (literally) has ever heard of. (Got to design my own instruction set for a network processor ASIC that got cancelled on the eve of delivery.) Instruction set design, in the days before mega-pipelining, was a very interesting topic to me. -- Jim Me too...Started with Intel 8008 thru 8080's, 80XX Single Chip Computers, and most of Zilog's stuff. 8 inch hard sectored floppy disk controllers with 100's of TTL 74xx chips to debug and repair.. What fun is was back then MB Required content: That's why I like my old 126I can debug and repair problems on that toowith the help of this list Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 1990 350 SDL 265K miles. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT, computers again
If anyone is interrested, you can purchase certified used IBM equipment (laptops, desktops ,servers ,etc etc) at discounted prices thru the employee purchase plan. http://www-132.ibm.com/content/home/store_eppus/en_US/epplogin.html Also, discounted prices on new IBM and Levono HW at their site. http://shoplenovo.i2.com/SEUILibrary/controller/Lenovo:EnterStdAffinity?affinity=eppibm To log on, just use my last name: giaimo and S/N: 235697 Anyone can use it; Just need to know someone to get access. vbg No personal interest...I receive nothing (commissions, kickbacks, etc) If anyone has any questions, please feel free to contact me off list.. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Small Claims Court
About 10 years ago, my wife's car broke down out of town and she had to get it towed to the shop...some unknown shop, who did a reasonably good job of repair, 'cept he caused about $800 worth of body damage towing the car Words went back and forth, etc, etc, Was not going to accept responsibility, damage was there alrady, etc, etc. Did not argue with him, just sued him personally in small calims court (not the business) and won. Took 2 or 3 trips to court, IIRC. (Big woop, he said he was not paying a nickle) Fast worward about 10 years...get a call from his widow's attorney about this judgementpays me with interest, about $1.5K to settle. Just had to wait for my money. Key was getting judgement on him personally, not his business. Angelo Giaimo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Marshall Booth
This truly sucks. I kinda figured something was up when I stopped seeing his postings. He helped me out many times with my diesel, both on and off this list. He was a dirverse great man who will be sorely missed by all who knew him. I'd kick in some bucks, too. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New refrigerant
Dangerous? How about the folks using PROPANE in their AC system? Won't that cause a nasty fire in the right crash? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL
I passed the information to my friends in Jacksonville (Technically, Mayport, to those who know the area). She's still deciding what to do. I KNOW if she decides to sell it, she'll probably offer it to me first. BTW, it's white with grey leather interrior. When it becomes available, I'll let you all know. Sorry for not getting back sooner; My wife and I are involved with potential guardenship of her dad.wish us luck. It's a mess. Thanks, Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 1991 350SDL Market Value?
Hi again. My friend in Jacksonville, Florida has her 1991 350SDL she's considering getting rid of. (I think the decision is based on what she can get for the car; She's considering selling it due to a family illness and does not need a 3'rd car.). Purchased used from a Mercedes dealership in 1996 with about 70K miles with a new, factory replacement engine. Uses ZERO oil between 3K oil changes, garaged since purchased, now with ~170K miles. . In above average condition and ran well when I drove it a few months ago. Now I KNOW this is a tough crowd when it comes to these 3.5L rodbender engines, but is the longevity of the factory replacement engines better than the originals? What might a car like this fetch on the open market? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Carmel, NY....a short drive away....
Includes transportation, too? No? vbseg Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 == BBBWHHHA..That made my day!!! Mike The dinner gift cert. is for a restaurant in Phoenix. On 9/5/07, ANGELO GIAIMO [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: John, I'm about a 20-30 minute drive awaydepending on where in Carmel you're talking about. (Work is right off of I84 and the Taconic Pky, if you've got a map.) I'm leaving for Florida 6 am Friday morning, so my window is tomorrow afternoon... Send me the details. [EMAIL PROTECTED] = Is anyone close enough to Carmel NY and would be willing to check out a car for me? Dinner gift certificate for the favor! Email me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 81k Kingston, RI Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Carmel, NY....a short drive away....
John, I'm about a 20-30 minute drive awaydepending on where in Carmel you're talking about. (Work is right off of I84 and the Taconic Pky, if you've got a map.) I'm leaving for Florida 6 am Friday morning, so my window is tomorrow afternoon... Send me the details. [EMAIL PROTECTED] = Is anyone close enough to Carmel NY and would be willing to check out a car for me? Dinner gift certificate for the favor! Email me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 81k Kingston, RI Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
