Re: [MBZ] mbz list past 100k messages
And that 107K is since when?? Monday? Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes Mailing List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wed, 13 Aug 2008 6:13 pm Subject: [MBZ] mbz list past 100k messages Was just looking at noticed that there have been more than 107k messages posted to this list since it converted from mbz.org. In case anybody cares. Ritter list about 75k in a longer time period. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 91 300E, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 86 560SL, 86 300E, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 85 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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 ___ 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] 80 300SD goes to market
1980 MERCEDES BENZ 300 SD TURBO DIESEL 59K MILES LOOKS NEW AMAZING!!! - $5995 (Phoenix) Reply to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2008-08-12, 2:51PM MST This is the same car Chuck and I looked at on Saturday.? Neither of us stayed to see it sell but Chuck was told it went for 5K.? NOT coincidently, the seller has the same address as the auction house!? I guess if he can make a quick grand, more power to him.? But if the sale time was manipulated so that the heat drove all the buyers away, I say Shame!? This unit was supposed to be number 4 ( I wrote it down) but didn't come up until way later It is still a nice car, a?small scrape on the lower right rear door was the only physical problem I saw. Jim in Phoenix ___ 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] PHX CL '80 300SD 58Kmiles
I saw that car at the auction preview this morning.? Very nice condition overall, and the nicest dash I have seen in 20 years.? The NADA book was $5800 with the premium for mileage and condition bumping it up over 12K.? Seeing that target, I did not wait around to see what it went for.? I will sell my 79 for $4500.? Just as nice, except for the dash. Jim in Phoenix Jesus, Mary and Joseph I may be going to the Basilica! http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/ctd/788646681.html -Original Message- From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sat, 9 Aug 2008 9:04 am Subject: [MBZ] PHX CL '80 300SD 58Kmiles Jesus, Mary and Joseph I may be going to the Basilica! http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/ctd/788646681.html Bob R ___ 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 ___ 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 hose seal?
Luther, Like Jim said, Local hose repair shop.? Tubes n Hoses did mine.? They will cut your fittings off, add a new swage piece, and crimp them to new hose.? About $40. Jim in Phoenix During the diagnosis of my '86 SDL's a/c system, I had the mechanic add dye to the system. While removing the freon, the mechanic and I looked the system over for dye leaks. The only one we found was on the large black rubber hose that goes from the compressor to the condenser. The leak was where the rubber goes into the fitting right by the radiator and above the drier. This hose is less than 2' long, but cannot be purchased on it's own. All of the large black suction hose must be purchased as a unit and Rusty quoted me around $600 g. So, is there a sealant that might be applied to the hose/fitting area that would stop the leak? TIA all, -Original Message- From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Fri, 8 Aug 2008 8:23 am Subject: [MBZ] a/c hose seal? During the diagnosis of my '86 SDL's a/c system, I had the mechanic add dye to the system. While removing the freon, the mechanic and I looked the system over for dye leaks. The only one we found was on the large black rubber hose that goes from the compressor to the condenser. The leak was where the rubber goes into the fitting right by the radiator and above the drier. This hose is less than 2' long, but cannot be purchased on it's own. All of the large black suction hose must be purchased as a unit and Rusty quoted me around $600 g. So, is there a sealant that might be applied to the hose/fitting area that would stop the leak? TIA all, Luther ___ 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 ___ 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] heading to St Louis tomorrow
In a message dated 8/8/2008 8:10:48 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Have a car to deliver, will be in the area. Take a ride inside the Arch. Contrary to some beliefs, you do not have to turn upside down to come back down! Great view from up there! I bet you drive through at least one big thunderstorm/tornado on your trip! Have fun! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 265 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles 94 Bravada, 190 K miles **Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/cars-BMW-128-2008/expert-review?ncid=aolaut000517 ) ___ 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] turbo boost 124 300d
Danny, I'll give you another direction--restricted fuel supply, probably a dirty final filter cannister. Lots cheaper! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 265 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles 94 Bravada, 190 K miles In a message dated 8/7/2008 3:29:42 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi As a long time lurker on the list, i have a problem that i can't seem to solve that i need input on. The car is a 124 300d with 337K miles. it runs great and is aside from a tranny rebuild at 225K has had no unusual repairs. At the moment it appears to have a turbo boost engagement problem. (??) when driving on level ground it will cruse at the normal 75mph but acceleration is slow and the rpm doesn't go above 2500, it shifts OK both up and down. However going up hills it looses all power and when pushed to 3000 rpm it actually loses speed! It does not kick into turbo mode and continue to accelerate - but the overdrive kick down is working. I have checked all the vacuum lines with a mityvac and find nothing blocked or dead, all connections are OK and there are no cracked hoses or torn rubber junctions. Service is up to date for fluids and filters **Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/cars-BMW-128-2008/expert-review?ncid=aolaut000517 ) ___ 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] Turbo Rack Damper Theory/ maybe lubrication?
Lack of lubrication could cause sluggishness in the pump too. My 79 has an external oil line to lubricate the Fuel Injection pump. Don't know if all 617 diesels have this but it comes off the left side of the timing chain bulge on the block and goes via a plastic line to the IP. There is a restricting orifice at the source connector and I have always been afraid something will plug it up. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 265 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles 94 Bravada, 190 K miles In a message dated 8/4/2008 11:01:12 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My 82 300SD has chronic rough hot idle. I cleaned all the injectors and it seemed to get better for a while. I replaced the rack damper with the gold style) and it seemed to get better for a while. I adjusted the rack damper and it got better; then I immediately set the rack damper back to the original position and it stayed good. But it eventually got rough again. After a long high speed cruise (like hours on interstate) it's really rough. Cold idle is always smooth. **Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/cars-BMW-128-2008/expert-review?ncid=aolaut000517 ) ___ 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] 1985 300SD - AC - Compressor replacement ..
In a message dated 8/4/2008 9:04:38 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The compressor is an R4, just has larger ports that the orginal and the manafold jost wont index correctly .. The metal sealing rings come in two different diameters, as well as several different thickness'. Have you tried both diameters? Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 265 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles 94 Bravada, 190 K miles **Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/cars-BMW-128-2008/expert-review?ncid=aolaut000517 ) ___ 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] 1985 300SD - AC - Compressor replacement ..
George, So does Rusty say the R5 is a direct replacement for the R4, which I believe your car uses? I googled R5 and I have to admit, I never heard of one. Jim in Phoenix In a message dated 8/3/2008 8:10:02 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well I finally got to repairing my AC in my SD. I replaced the Compressor and the hose the connects to the compressor. I bought the parts a while ago .. ( before my accident, I am now almost able to do stuff again). The poets on the new compressor (GM R5 type) are noticeably different than the old one. Had a fully machined grove for the o-rings. The new one has just a 'step' and this makes the ports larger. It came with a number of different sealing washers and some instructions that do not apply to this application. Rusty included another set of sealing washers. The problem apperas to be that the ports are to large for the AC line to locate, to much slop. Any one know the fix for this .?? **Looking for a car that's sporty, fun and fits in your budget? Read reviews on AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/cars-BMW-128-2008/expert-review?ncid=aolaut000517 ) ___ 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] PHX CL 300E Needs head gasket
We know it is not a V-6.? for sure, it will need new valve guides, valve grind, seals and springs.? You can figure $500 for head work at a good machine shop.? Lots of work, leak may have hydrauliced a cylinder and bent a rod.? Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 7:46 am Subject: [MBZ] PHX CL 300E Needs head gasket You reckon there is more to this then reads here? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/car/772316067.html Is changing the head gasket a DIY task, or is the head probably toast? Bob R ___ 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 ___ 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: Ford Expedition ABS
In a message dated 7/28/2008 3:44:57 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The ABS light on my wife's 2001 Ford Expedition is on. I am hoping that the problem is just a wheel speed sensor or something cheap. Anyone have any experience with these. I guess I will have to go to a place where they can check the codes and charge me an arm and a leg. Damn! You can start by checking the brake fluid level in the master cylinder. On some makes, A low brake fluid level will turn off the ABS and give you a light. If the reservoir has two chambers, check to make sure the fluid level is good in both chambers. Brake fluid levels drop naturally as pad and shoes wear. Sometimes the light will come on when the fluid is cold but then go out as the brakes heat up, expanding the fluid. Autozone and Checker both advertise free code readouts, this in hopes of selling you some parts, but no obligation. Good luck, Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 265 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles 94 Bravada, 190 K miles **Get fantasy football with free live scoring. Sign up for FanHouse Fantasy Football today. (http://www.fanhouse.com/fantasyaffair?ncid=aolspr000520) ___ 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] cheap 300D 2.5
Probably the center driveshaft support bearing Jim in Phoenix What's a center bearing? -Original Message- From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 12:26 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] cheap 300D 2.5 What's a center bearing? On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 1:39 PM, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: http://providence.craigslist.org/car/771387564.html Well maybe not so cheap with AC, etc No affiliation, etc. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] PHX CL 300TD Not Bad, right?/turbo?
I didn't think the 1980 wagons had a turbo, 811 was the first turbo'd wagon. jim in Phoenix Cheap at a THIRD the price when you could get a great well-maintained turbodiesel wagon for under $2k... -Original Message- From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 12:29 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] PHX CL 300TD Not Bad, right? Cheap at a THIRD the price when you could get a great well-maintained turbodiesel wagon for under $2k... On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 2:13 PM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/car/761538205.html Dash is probably cracked, since it has a throw rug on it. Why is the armrest in a pillowcase? Wonder if the AC works? Not a bad price, for that mileage, if its in really good shape. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] PHX CL 300TD Not Bad, right?/RUST! We don't need no stinkin' rust!
In a message dated 7/27/2008 12:45:16 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Cheap at a THIRD the price when you could get a great well-maintained turbodiesel wagon for under $2k... Eeeooow, but rust! We are talking a rust free car from the Biltmore section (TaDaaa) of Phoenix--what is it really worth to NOT have to do body patching! **Get fantasy football with free live scoring. Sign up for FanHouse Fantasy Football today. (http://www.fanhouse.com/fantasyaffair?ncid=aolspr000520) ___ 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] MB Vs BMW
A 96 750i would be a V12, basically two 6's, as far as the engine electronics and fuel injection are concerned.? Look up the prices of simple stuff like spark plug wires.? Still, I always said every car enthusiast should drive a V12 in their lifetime.? AT $4k, you don't stand to loose much--might even make money if you part it out! Jim in Phoenix?? -Original Message- From: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Fri, 25 Jul 2008 2:24 pm Subject: [MBZ] MB Vs BMW Hi gang, I have no idea what possessed me to look at BMWs in Craigs List, but once again I did. Anyway, wondering why Bimmers loose their value so much faster than MBs? Are they more problem prone? That's hard to believe considering the problems the S Class' seem to come from the factory with. Anyway, here's a 96 750i - comparable to a S Class - for $4k negotiable. Sure it's 12 years old but it looks pretty nice - got a smooth V8 gasser, new stuff like tires and was recently inspected. The early V8s had engine problems with the factory quietly replacing engines with reblt ones - Oh well - don;t need another $4000 car anyway - Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs ___ 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 ___ 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] lifetime
My 98 ML has the 5 speed with the empty dipstick tube. It also has the drain plug on the torque converter, and I was able to drain almost 7 quarts when I changed to Mobil 1 ATF at about 123k. Now passing 157k with plans to change it again in the Fall ( to darn hot right now!) I went in to the dealer to have him review my ML' service history when I bought it (122K). He advised that the average life of a 5 speed auto was 125k and I should start saving for a replacement. A new one is over $5k with new computer. Jim in Phoenix In a message dated 7/23/2008 8:49:38 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Some sealed five-speeds did have a torque converter drain; the 722.622 in my '98 S420 does. Changing the fluid is much easier than it was on the .315 in my old 300D. More expensive, too, as you need fancy oil, a fancy dipstick tool (priced accordingly), an infrared thermometer, and a new tamperproof lock for the dipstick tube. Mine is at 149k miles and works perfectly. I sure hope these things are good for more than 150k miles. **Get fantasy football with free live scoring. Sign up for FanHouse Fantasy Football today. (http://www.fanhouse.com/fantasyaffair?ncid=aolspr000520) ___ 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] 92 300TE 4Matic challenges
In a message dated 7/23/2008 10:47:57 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm looking for a dead EHA that I can cut into to see if I can figure out what makes them leak. Cheep! there are a couple E's at my local U pull. Half price on Wednesday. What is the EHA and what does it look like. I bet I can get one for cheeep! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 265 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles 94 Bravada, 190 K miles **Get fantasy football with free live scoring. Sign up for FanHouse Fantasy Football today. (http://www.fanhouse.com/fantasyaffair?ncid=aolspr000520) ___ 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, things to do in New MExico
Roswell is where the alien space ship crashed in '47, and they are still making $$$ over that.? Carlsbad Caverns,?I believe, is the oldest national park, and should be seen by all.? Besides, it's cool in there!? Going through Amarillo?? Watch for signs leading you to that steak house that will give you the 72 ounce steak dinner if you can eat it all.? Their regular steaks?used to be?pretty good too.? Take a can of spray paint so you can sign one of the cars at the Cadillac Ranch. Jim in Phoenix ,So I will be delivering Craigs new car to him this weekend. Figure if I go out that far wondered if there was anything to see along the way? Anything of interest out in the desert? -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes Mailing List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wed, 23 Jul 2008 2:00 pm Subject: [MBZ] OT, things to do in New MExico So I will be delivering Craigs new car to him this weekend. Figure if I go out that far wondered if there was anything to see along the way? Anything of interest out in the desert? -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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 ___ 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] Foam-free AC hose
To see if the accumulator (on the trans) is causing this, disconnect the vacuum line going to the accumulator.? Road test.? Each shift should come with a bang as you are simulating WOT.? If this is this true, you can adjust shift firmness to your liking. If you are happy with the speeds at which each gear changes, you can firm up the shifts by adjusting at the accumulator on the transmission.? Take the vacuum cap off and turn the screw clockwise no more than 1/8 of a turn, reconnect the vacuum, then road test.? It doesn't take much. ALWAYS make a reference mark and keep notes so you can get back to where you started. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tue, 22 Jul 2008 7:16 am Subject: [MBZ] Foam-free AC hose Playing with my new 1983 300TD, I discovered a couple glitches. 1. The insulating foam is completely missing from the metal AC pipe that cuts across horizontally in front of the valve cover. Is it possible to get a replacement cladding to keep the line cool? It would have to be able to withstand high engine temperatures, of course. 2 I was unhappy because the AT shifted harshly (slingshot effect) and clunked (rear axle noise) into fourth, and then again when stopping the car it clunked into first. My tech adjusted the vacuum so it stopped clunking and shifted smoothly, except now it is flaring between 2nd and 3rd and 3rd and 4th gears. I traded one problem for another. What's the fix? 1983 300TD (blue) hope to sell soon New 1983 300TF (white, 318 K 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 ___ 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] Phriday Pfunny
In a message dated 7/22/2008 5:54:18 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20080722/58d24277/att achment.jpg LOL! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 265 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles 94 Bravada, 190 K miles **Get fantasy football with free live scoring. Sign up for FanHouse Fantasy Football today. (http://www.fanhouse.com/fantasyaffair?ncid=aolspr000520) ___ 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] 123 Odo repair/ what kind of super glue wicks good?
In a message dated 7/22/2008 5:58:51 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Tonight I finally got around to taking apart the odo that Andrew sent me. Which reminds me I need to send him a check Anyway it looks like the metal wheel is loose on the shaft, I've taken it apart and of course lost the relative position of the wheels to each other. Regardless there only seem to be 1 that are different than the others, the miles and tens of miles wheels, the miles wheel is the first one after the metal wheel. The tens of miles wheel has a spring like thing in it which I think makes it next. I'd appreciate confirmation though... Curt, Can't help you on the wheel coordination as my fix, now going on 12 years, is to just get a drop of super glue on the tip of a toothpick and apply it to the shaft and gear hub that is loose. It has to be the wicking kind of super glue that you will see disappear into the hub. I can't remember what kind of glue but I now have a spare ODO to play with and I will try a few types to see if I can find it again. I have been touting this idea for a long time and I know others have been successful so if someone has the brand name, let's hear from you. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 265 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles 94 Bravada, 190 K miles **Get fantasy football with free live scoring. Sign up for FanHouse Fantasy Football today. (http://www.fanhouse.com/fantasyaffair?ncid=aolspr000520) ___ 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] PHX CL- Frying Pan into the Fire
Boy, that is a lot of car for the money, about 22 cents/lb!? you get twice as many CV joints, and driveshafts, and an expensive and troublesome transfer case.? It probably has had the transfer case replaced by now.? Audi once found that full time 4wd actually improved MPG (something about driving a tire made it roll easier), but I wouldn't hang your hat on that little item.? More substantial, full time 4wd is supposed to improve handling, especially in the rain and snow (what is that stuff?). On the positive side, my 94 Bravada, with full time 4wd, just passed 190,000 miles and has never needed any work on the drive train.? My 98 ML320 had the transfer case repaced by the PO at just over 100K, and recently I had to repace the front driveshaft due to a bad CV joint. I also had a leaking pinion seal on the front differential (yea, you get two of those ,too!) but that was an easy job with the driveshaft out.? ML just passing 157000 miles. Probably, your biggest worry might be rebuilding the rear suspension so look for work history in that area.? Look for cheap, off brand stuff, like cheap tires, cheap battery, etc., to indicate the mentality of the PO's. Regards, Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, 20 Jul 2008 9:23 pm Subject: [MBZ] PHX CL- Frying Pan into the Fire Is 4-matic a synonym for headache? http://prescott.craigslist.org/car/757360951.html Bob R ___ 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 ___ 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] Window motors
IF you have either motor's part number you can enter it in the?free EPC (F11), and it will tell you what cars the motor fits. Jim in Phoenix Anybody know if W123 window motors will fit (or could be made to fit) W201 cars? The rears are dead on my 190D... -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 5:55 am Subject: [MBZ] Window motors Anybody know if W123 window motors will fit (or could be made to fit) W201 cars? The rears are dead on my 190D... -Curt ___ 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 ___ 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] poll -- just for my own curiousity
Chuck, DBR: Destroy Before Reading, right? You cryptics guys!!! Jim -Original Message- From: Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Mon, 14 Jul 2008 9:53 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] poll -- just for my own curiousity Hey Jim It's easy DBR Chuck Phoenix AZ also On Jul 14, 2008, at 9:21 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: JEEEZUS, Kaleb! How much of this do we have to put up with? After all, he is an American! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 265 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles 94 Bravada, 190 K miles In a message dated 7/14/2008 7:28:48 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: How many of you folks believe that Obama (1) is a Muslim and (2) was sworn into his Senate office with his hand on the Koran? **Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com! (http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus0005000112) ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 More Cathey-inspired repairs
Kevin, You will need to use stainless steel,or non metalic screws. Regular mild steel will rust away in no time, possibly leaving a nasty iron colored cast to your pool. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tue, 15 Jul 2008 1:19 am Subject: [MBZ] OT More Cathey-inspired repairs Our lovely pool has been getting plenty of use both by us and my little boat that's still running, but the performance of the filter pump has been steadily decreasing. I noticed that starving for water sound, so I checked the skimmer basket which was full of debris. When I first put it back in, I noticed that it was sitting lower in the skimmer than usual. It was still starving for water, and when I removed the now emptied basket again, the water flow went back to normal. I inspected the basket and found that the risers on the bottom of the basket were broken off causing it to sit too low and too close to the suction pipe blocking the water flow! I drilled two 1/4 holes (one in each side of the bottom of the basket), and installed two bolts with nuts and tightened them leaving the 1/2 of the excess bolt sticking through the bottom. It worked! I threaded some nuts onto the bottom to make it more stable. It saved me from having to get a ride to the pool store and buy a new basket! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300sD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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 ___ 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] 603 IP timing
When using the lock pin, you will find that it correctly engages at 15 degrees after top dead center. Move the pump to get engagement. Jim in Phoenix In a message dated 7/14/2008 8:18:32 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: A few years ago, there was a discussion of the subject on the list and I copied and saved a procedure. From what AI can tell, the IP with the locking pin is set to lock in the pin at 15 degrees AFTER TDC. can anyone verify that I have this right. I am used to the old 26 BTDC on the 621 engines. I admit to being behind the times. **Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com! (http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus0005000112) ___ 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] poll -- just for my own curiousity
JEEEZUS, Kaleb! How much of this do we have to put up with? After all, he is an American! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 265 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles 94 Bravada, 190 K miles In a message dated 7/14/2008 7:28:48 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: How many of you folks believe that Obama (1) is a Muslim and (2) was sworn into his Senate office with his hand on the Koran? **Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com! (http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus0005000112) ___ 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] Timing chain problem/ my comment
Archer, It is very hard to get the timing out of wack between the crankshaft and the injection pump! This, because the chain is held in contact with the IP timing gear with a screw ( that you can see penetrating the housing bulge on the driver's side), and the very small clearance where the chain goes around the crank gear. The camshaft can easily be put back in time by matching up the timing marks on the crank and the cam when you get the new chain in. As mentioned, if the cam is more than two teeth off you will experience valve contact with a piston. Not to worry, just back the cam up two teeth and you should be able to continue. NOTE: I used a bungee cord fastened overhead to pull the old chain out. Just stretch and rehook every foot or so. Therefore, pull both both ends of the chain tight and continue with the install of the new chain. You have at least a 95% chance of success. When you get both ends of the new chain visible you can hook both ends together over the cam gear. If you are able to turn the engine, get it to the TDC mark on the crankshaft. Then verfiy the timing marks have lined up on the camshaft. You may have to remove the cam gear to correct this, hopefully it is out only 1 or two teeth. With both sets of the factory timing marks aligned, at TDC, and the tensioner reinstalled, you should be able check for mechanical interference by turning the engine over manually through at least two revolutions. both sets of timing marks should now line up each TWO revolutions. ALways rotate the engine in a direction that would tighten the crankshaft nut! Start it up! Jim in Phoenix td -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sat, 12 Jul 2008 11:43 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] Timing chain problem Archer wrote: No, it goes over the engine at a sharp angle and the chain stays in contact with the cam. The chain you're feeding in needs to keep the cam in time. The chain that's coming out needs to stay tight or it can jam. Are you doing both of these things? Some guys will go as far as to string the outfeed to the ceiling under tension, and tie the infeed to the cam, stopping every cam sprocket hole to untie it from one hole and tie to another hole. ___ 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 ___ 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] manifold heat insulation wrap
Mak, Yes, and if you have a turbocharger it will respond quicker on the opening of the throttle. What engine were you applying it to? The high temp coatings, tho much more expensive, will contain the heat too, as they are coated on the inside as well as the outside. The wrap has been known to burn out tubing headers but shouldn't hurt cast iron. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Mak [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:44 am Subject: [MBZ] manifold heat insulation wrap Quite impressed with the manifold heat insulation wrap. the underhood temp has gone down and the fan hardly comes on. The car seems to run cooler too. mak ___ 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 ___ 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] 309D van/motorhome
Did anyone mention the 72 309D in the most recent star. Comlete with oil heater and on board AC . $1000 in Ohio Jim in Phoenix ___ 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 ___ 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] I now have AC in the 190D
In a message dated 7/6/2008 12:20:37 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: At idle, with temp about 95 outside, its running about 400. low side about 60. Rev it up and high will peg on the guage, low will drop to about 40 I guess. Other than that, it cools great, seems to Kaleb, Assuming the gauges are accurate, sounds a little overcharged. At 95, I would expect about 40 psi at the suction and maybe 250 high side at idle with the electric fan on. Your evaporator temperature cannot go below the equivalent temperature for any given pressure. Looking at the R134 suction gauge you would observe that for 60PSI, you could only attain 63 degrees, minimum, which might feel nice but is not gonna cut it. Ideally, you want just enough freon in there to hold a steady suction pressure, at speed, just above the cutoff point. too much freon just occupies condenser space and makes it less efficient, resulting in a higher head pressure and higher suction pressure as well. Regards, Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 157 K miles **Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut000507) ___ 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 Ford Question/ignition misfire
#4 is the rear plug on the passenger side, and that is the one that we found? fouled.??And my son reminds s me,?it was?a 2001 F150 with the 5.4 COP (coil on plug) engine. ? 4??? 8 ? 3??? 7 ? 2??? 6 ? 1??? 5 ? front ? Jim in Phoenix ? -Original Message- From: R A Bennell lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; To: Mercedes Discussion List lt;mercedes@okiebenz.comgt; Sent: Thu, 3 Jul 2008 8:31 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Ford Question/ignition misfire It is the 5.4 with the COP setup. I hear that there is often a leak over #4 but that would be the back cylinder on the driver's side of the vehicle. The heater hose apparently often drips onto that spot if the clamp is not tight enough. Was looking on a Ford forum last evening. Have not done anything about it yet - just driving the 300D but need to see if I can have a look tonight. Have a scan tool so will see what it says first. Should buy a set of plugs at the very least and install them anyway - but I hear that is not a fun job - especially the first time one does it.Randy-Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 6:59 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Ford Question/ignition misfire You didn't say which engine, but assuming the mod V8 with coil on plug, we found signs of standing water in one of the plug holes on the passenger side of the engine, almost like the under hood design had funneled water to that cylinder.? Anyway, the crud buildup from evaporating the water was fouling that plug.? this was on a 99 F150, here in Phoenix, where opportunities for driving through standing water are infrequent.Jim In Phoenix ___ 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 ___ 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 Ford Question/ignition misfire
You didn't say which engine, but assuming the mod V8 with coil on plug, we found signs of standing water in one of the plug holes on the passenger side of the engine, almost like the under hood design had funneled water to that cylinder.? Anyway, the crud buildup from evaporating the water was fouling that plug.? this was on a 99 F150, here in Phoenix, where opportunities for driving through standing water are infrequent. ? Jim In Phoenix ? ? ??? ___? 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? ___ 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] Rack and Pinion Issues
Bob, ? I had asked the list if your car (and the 85) had a rack and pinion, but got no response. ? The first thing I would do is change the power steering fluid.? If MB doesn't have a recommended synthetic, I would use Mobil 1 ATF. ? Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: John Robbins lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; To: Mercedes Discussion List lt;mercedes@okiebenz.comgt; Sent: Mon, 30 Jun 2008 7:51 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rack and Pinion Issues Robert Rentfro wrote: gt; Since no one on our little list seems to know about the steering malady I gt; described on my '05 E320 (locking up in low speed turns over bumps), I put a gt; post on the MBCA forum. Some dude there says there are some issues with the gt; rack and pinion on W211s and stealerships are replacing them before the gt; warranty goes out. No, but I'm very interested now. Are there any other symptoms? Will they replace it if it is out of warranty? I've got 77k on mine now...Whats the link to the thread? Thanks! John ___ 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 ___ 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] Chain tensioner spring
Yes, the spring is directly behind the hex plug.? It is fairly stiff and will require a good push to restart the plug with the new spring.? Of the several used springs I have seen, all had a heavy wear spot on one of the coils where it was rubbing in the barrel. ? good luck, ? Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Archer lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; To: Mercedes Discussion List lt;mercedes@okiebenz.comgt; Sent: Sat, 28 Jun 2008 8:07 pm Subject: [MBZ] Chain tensioner spring When replacing the spring on a chain tensioner on an '83 300D, I see a plate and a big hex headed plug of some sort. Can you replace the chain tensioner spring by removing the hex headed plug or do you have to remove the plate? Couldn't find anything about replacing the chain on the CD. Thanks, Gerry '83 300D and 240D ___ 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 ___ 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] 73 220D....What gear ratio rear diff?
In a message dated 6/18/2008 6:01:35 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What is the gear ratio in the rear diff of my 73 220D with manual tranny? Also, is fourth gear a 1:1 final drive? Mike, For the 115 D22, my Nitske bible has the US gear ratio as 4.08:1 Euro versions were 3.92:1. 4th gear is direct, at 1:1. 1st gear is 3.90:1 (stump pulling gear) 2nd gear is 2.30:1 3rd gear is 1.41:1 Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. (http://autos.aol.com/used?ncid=aolaut000507) ___ 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:bending steel pipe/quenching
Allen, ? I just pulled an 091 6 rib side shifter trans out of a 79 or 80 Vanagon.? I am going to convert it to a front shifter (for my dune buggy)so left all the shifting mechanism at the U-pull it.? If your repair is not successful (tho it sounds plenty strong enough), and the parts are rare enough, you may want me to retrieve the part you need.? Is yours a side shifter?? Is it the actual shift lever you need, or one of the pieces of the horizontal rod (there were 3) ? Let the part cool naturally from a dark cherry red for the toughest cure--quenching in water will make it brittle again.? Quenching in oil will get you some where in between, but as someone said, the amount of carbon in the steel really makes a difference. ? Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Allan Streib lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thu, 19 Jun 2008 6:05 pm Subject: [MBZ] bending steel pipe I need to straighten a slightly bent piece of steel pipe. It is the gearshift lever from my Vanagon, which broke in two due to metal fatigue. The pipe is about 5/8 OD hollow steel pipe. I ground the two broken ends smooth, threaded them about 3/4 into each end and cut a 1.5 piece of 3/8 threaded rod which I used to reconect the two halves. Then I welded around the seam with my MIG welder.Problem is, the rod is still slightly bent, below the break. Slightly curved would be more like it, there's no distinct bend. I plan to heat it with a MAPP torch and straighten it out. Once it's straight, should I dunk it in water or let it cool in the air?Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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 ___ 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] Fwd: Re: Steering lock-ups - latest update/?
Lately, when I hit reply, my Okiebenz mail goes to the indivdual that sent the mail to the list.? Gotta fix that! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 6:11 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] Steering lock-ups - latest update/? Are we talking rack and pinion here?? Does the 85 have rack and pinion?? They are much more likely to lock up, especially when cold.? the GM X bodied cars of the early 80s were scary to drive on a cold morning! ? Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Robert Rentfro lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' lt;mercedes@okiebenz.comgt; Sent: Tue, 17 Jun 2008 5:20 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] Steering lock-ups - latest update Heck yes! It has happened to me a few times in the '05 E320 when going over bumps at lower speed while turning. It is like it hits a stop then releases. Very strange. What the heck is this deal then?Bob R. Gonna be 113 today. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Euan Sent: Tuesday, June 17, 2008 3:08 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Steering lock-ups - latest updateHi folksYou might recall that I posted here a week or so ago, asking whether anyone else had experienced occasional momentary steering lock-ups (hesitations, really) while driving. My MB fixer (an Indy I believe you would call him) is a great adherent to the Occam's Razor principle (the simplest answer is likely to be the right one). He has started off with the assumption that a loose fan belt is to blame. So far so good. There has been no recurrence of the lock-ups.I'll report back if there's any progression from this fix.CheersEuan CHCH, NZ1985 300TD 5-spd manual 209K mi ___ 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 ___ 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 Get the Moviefone Toolbar. Showtimes, theaters, movie news, more! ___ 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] 190D klima
Kaleb, ? Benz ground wires are usually brown so you need to put the battery power to the other wire at the compressor ? Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; To: Mercedes Discussion List lt;mercedes@okiebenz.comgt; Sent: Mon, 16 Jun 2008 2:42 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] 190D klima Ok, i gave it a go, and no go. Jumpered the wires, nothing. Am getting 12 volts to the relay. So, I assume either the wire to the compressor is bad or the compressor is bad. On the compressor end, which of the wires would you apply power to to see if the compressor kicks on from there?Jim Cathey wrote: gt;gt; Trying to get the AC going on my 190D. Compressor not kicking in. gt;gt; Which gt;gt; 2 pins are you supposed to jumper on the klima relay to see if the gt;gt; compressor kicks in? Have done all this on a 126, but dont have the gt;gt; 201 gt;gt; info. gt; gt; Our 190D uses exactly the same Klima as our SDL. So that should gt; make it easy, right? From my checklist in gt; gt; http://userweb.windwireless.net/~jimc/mamerepairs.html gt; gt; comes this: gt; gt; Jumper pins 5 7, labeled 15 and 87 on the Klima gt; itself, together temporarily to see if the compressor gt; runs. If not, then something in the compressor clutch gt; wiring is wrong and it's not Klima's fault. gt; gt; -- Jim gt; gt; gt; ___ gt; http://www.okiebenz.com gt; For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ gt; For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] gt; gt; To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: gt; http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com gt; -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL,89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D,76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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 ___ 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:portable car ports/garages/Kaleb?
Check out Costco's item # 240681, a 10 X 20unit with sides and sliding front door.? In their current coupon book through 6/29, for $170, a savings of $30. ? Jim in Phoenix ___ 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:portable car ports/garages/Kaleb?
Kaleb, ? I see that the coupon is only good for the week of June 23rd, and I couldn't pull it up on the Costco.com website just now.? Maybe it will come up next week.? Maybe someone that owes you money could pick one up for you (assuming you like it) and bring it to the Okiecue. ? Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; To: Mercedes Discussion List lt;mercedes@okiebenz.comgt; Sent: Mon, 16 Jun 2008 6:04 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT:portable car ports/garages/Kaleb? dont have a costco near me[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: gt; Check out Costco's item # 240681, a 10 X 20unit with sides and sliding front door.? In their current coupon book through 6/29, for $170, a savings of $30. gt; gt; gt; ? gt; gt; gt; Jim in Phoenix gt; gt; ___ gt; http://www.okiebenz.com gt; For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ gt; For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] gt; gt; To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: gt; http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com gt; -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL,89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D,76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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 ___ 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] Truck Buying Advice
In a message dated 6/13/2008 6:13:59 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My partners have suggested a small pickup truck for my company vehicle, which is fine with me. However, I have little or no experience or exposure to these kinds of vehicles, so I would be interested in what those who have had direct experience think about various models and brands. Heck, I haven't even had a chance to look at Edmunds or anywhere else to see what companies are making in this type of vehicle. The requirements are pretty broad: Nissan and Toyota make dead reliable crew cabs in a small size, also the Chevy Colorado, The Ford Ranger, and the Dodge Dakota, which is the only one I know has a V8 option. All these trucks are pretty heavy and will get 14-16 city and maybe low 20s on the highway. Of course, Dodge has a full sized diesel pickup, Cummins powered, which many report over 20 MPG unloaded. There is a fair amount of space behind the seats without going to extended or crew cab options. Depending on what you haul, You should consider a car like the Toyota Prius Hybrid which has 4 doors and a Hatchback over a 17 cubic foot trunk. Used ones still have most of their 10 year drive train warranty left. Lots of choices out there! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Vote for your city's best dining and nightlife. City's Best 2008. (http://citysbest.aol.com?ncid=aolacg0005000102) ___ 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] 94 C280, W-202 - Electrical Problem
In a message dated 6/12/2008 6:21:56 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: We are constantly blowing fuse # 26 (7.5 amp) in the front fuse box but there are no codes in the computer. When that fuse blows we lose a number of electrical functions that are located in the trunk fuse box Did you/he verify that 7.5A is the correct size for that fuse slot? Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Vote for your city's best dining and nightlife. City's Best 2008. (http://citysbest.aol.com?ncid=aolacg0005000102) ___ 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] Luther's Fall out quiz
Yes, I was the first to reply with trans mount. Probably wouldn't be a car stopper tho. More likely the shift lever, or neutral safety switch Jim in Phoenix In a message dated 6/12/2008 10:20:58 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Has anyone submitted Transmission Mount for Luther's recent quiz? **Vote for your city's best dining and nightlife. City's Best 2008. (http://citysbest.aol.com?ncid=aolacg0005000102) ___ 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] car cover
I use Covercraft covers with the Evolution 4 material here in Phoenix. They have an elastic in the perimeter which lasts about 2 years and the covers last about 4. They are designed to let moisture out, but not in and the inner liner is very soft and does not seem to scratch the paint, tho no cover should be put on a dirty car. I highly recommend a water proof ground tarp under the car as moisture coming up out of the ground, or concrete, will cause surface rust on the frame, etc. Wolf also uses Evolution 4 in their better covers but I have not had one for years. You can often pick up a cover on Ebay for less than half the selling price which is about $160 at Checker. _Wolf Universal Fit Car Cover, For Cars 16'- 1 to 17'_ (http://cgi.ebay.com/Wolf-Universal-Fit-Car-Cover-For-Cars-16-1-to-17_W0QQitemZ280233107613QQihZ018 QQcategoryZ50073QQcmdZViewItem)this one is $90. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Vote for your city's best dining and nightlife. City's Best 2008. (http://citysbest.aol.com?ncid=aolacg0005000102) ___ 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] 87 300D head gasket/broken stud
-Original Message- From: OK Don lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; To: Mercedes Discussion List lt;mercedes@okiebenz.comgt; Sent: Sun, 8 Jun 2008 6:59 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] 87 300D head gasket ? You have at least one broken exhaust stud now, the one on the end of the longer exhaust manifold piece.? I have never heard of any 603 head that did not have a broken stud there.? What's odd is they break but they don't fall out! ? Put a wrench on it and see. ? Jim in Phoenix ??And I suppose that we'll have to strip the head to send it to the shop - I was hoping to avoid having to borrow the pre-chamber puller, risk breaking exhaust studs, etc., but I guess it is the prudent thing to do - sigh.On Sun, Jun 8, 2008 at 9:15 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; wrote: gt; with the head off you still need to send it off to be checked at the gt; very least. Might be warped, might have cracks you cant see gt; -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D (Rattled), '92 300D (Saber), ' '81 240D (Gramps), '97 Ply Grand Voyager (Vincent van-go) ___ 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 ___ 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] 124 evapectomy
Wilton, ? Be sure to unclip the speedometer cable just under the floormat on the firewall.? This will give you slack for about 3 of finger room.? Or is the 87 electronic??? ? On mine, the serrated gasket, that raps?around the perimeter of the cluster, was kind of fused to the dash.? A little wiggling should release the cluster.? Try pushing in at the top of the cluster. ? Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Wilton Strickland lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; To: mercedes lt;mercedes@okiebenz.comgt; Sent: Wed, 4 Jun 2008 7:29 am Subject: [MBZ] 124 evapectomy I have four-and-a-half-inch putty knife; long enough that I can see and feel it come out inside the dash under the inst cluster. Steering wheel is full out. Yes, I understand straight out. 'Can get the cluster only 3/16 out so far.. 'Don't have time to mess with it again 'til this afternoon. Thanks,Wilton ___ 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 ___ 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] R134 freon sale at NAPA
NAPA's June ad has R134a small cans for $6.49 each in 3 different flavors. I particularly like the Sub-Zero can which contains 2 ounces of synthetic oil and 11 ounces of R134. The synthetic oil is supposed to improve efficiency up to 18 percent (compared to What, I don't know.) If you are feeding a leaker, you likely need to add some oil too, or your compressor will lock up. They also have it with stop leak or with UV dye for leak detection. NOT on the ad, but sitting on the floor were 30 pound cans of R134 for the incredible price of $79.95. That's less than 3 bucks per POUND! No license is needed to buy R134 Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch Cooking with Tyler Florence on AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/tyler-florence?video=4?NCID=aolfod000302) ___ 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] Mobil 1 oil sale at Checker (CSK)
After a $15 mail in rebate, you get 5 quarts of Mobil 1 and a Mobil 1 filter for $!9.95, plus applicable sales tax. Yea, I'm retired and I have time to read all this crap! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch Cooking with Tyler Florence on AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/tyler-florence?video=4?NCID=aolfod000302) ___ 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] 124 evapectomy
In a message dated 5/29/2008 1:25:09 PM US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Wilton Strickland wrote: 'Just ordered stuff for my 87 300D evapectomy from Rusty Crew. Take pictures and/or video as you go deeper into the dash. I did the one on my 79 about 5 years ago and have been rewarded with a leak free AC system ever since. Still has R-12 in it! The evaporator had started to disintegrate due to dirt and moisture build up and was about 1/3 (dare I say) occluded. Just a note for all you want to avoid this task. Keep the area in the passenger's foot well scrupulously clean to avoid lint and trash from being sucked up and collected by the evaporator when on recirc. Also, don't park under dirty trees. They will crud up your AC system from the fresh air side--I don;t care if your screen is intact, stuff just gets through there! You will be amazed at what can get through the blower! I actually drove my car for about a week, with the dash removed, while waiting for parts to come in. Just had to plug the mechanical oil pressure line and a couple vacuum lines. Wishing you success, JIm Friesen Phoenix, AZ 79 300SD, 259K 98 ML320, 126K miles **Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch Cooking with Tyler Florence on AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/tyler-florence?video=4?NCID=aolfod000302) ___ 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] selling a 300SDL CHEAP
In a message dated 5/29/2008 4:50:12 PM US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What might another city be good to post this in? Would some biodiesel idiot in seattle or somewhere come out here to buy this or have it shipped? California buyers are paying premium prices for diesels. Hit all the big cities! JIm Friesen Phoenix, AZ 79 300SD, 259K 98 ML320, 126K miles **Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch Cooking with Tyler Florence on AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/tyler-florence?video=4?NCID=aolfod000302) ___ 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 That's HEDLEY!
Him and Tim Conway used to break up Carol Burnette so bad she would have to hide her face.!! We'll miss him! Jim in Phoenix n a message dated 5/29/2008 5:20:19 PM US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Harvey Korman just passed. Damn. http://www.cnn.com/2008/SHOWBIZ/TV/05/29/korman.obit/index.html **Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch Cooking with Tyler Florence on AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/tyler-florence?video=4?NCID=aolfod000302) ___ 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] Slipping trannies and the magic cure (might just be the modulator)
In a message dated 5/27/2008 8:48:45 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 1 Try driving without the vacuum line attached and see if it still slips All good suggestions but the symptom of a bad modulator (not necessarily a leaking modulator) is a slipping 2-3 shift and no matter what else I did, I would replace the modulator if it is original or several years old. I think the diaphragm gets stiff and freezes the modulator in a bleed position. My 79 slipped the 2-3 shift for about 5 years and I thought the trans was on it's death bed, until I put a new modulator in. Now, 10 years later, it is shifting good as new with 264,000 miles on it (knock wood!)! Mobil 1 ATF has been in this trans for the last 100,000 miles, and that don't hurt either! Regards, Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch Cooking with Tyler Florence on AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/tyler-florence?video=4?NCID=aolfod000302) ___ 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 Tires to Buy?
Fisrt of all, Michelin has a $60 rebate on a set of four that ends on 5/31. I would buy them. They always balance with minimal wweights, and they roll round. On a cost per mile, you can justify a Michelin! This one of the few tires I would buy in an S speed rating, such as the Michelin X. Whatever tire you buy, get the H rating, not so much for the 130MPH speed rating, but because the stiffer sidewall affords better handling in a crash avoidance situation. I am of the opinion that Kuhmos are Not built with the same quality of materials as your premium brands. I had a set on my 95 Mustang and lost 3 of them due to road damage in less than 6 months. And the roads are not that bad in Phoenix! I must say the set then lasted 4 years without a repeat incident. I had a set of H rated Falkens (ZIEX)on my 79 300SD, because I had the 6 1/2 Bundts and wanted to use a 225/60X14 tire. They worked well but at 4 years, 3 of them blew out, two of them on my way to Starfest, Las Vegas. Phoenix is a tough climate for rubber anything and I would put a 5 year life on ANY brand tire, regardless of how much tread remained! Regards, Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Banned [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Okie Benz mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Mon, 19 May 2008 4:53 am Subject: [MBZ] What Tires to Buy? Feh. Gotta buy a new set of skins for the wife's 2005 Mazda 6 before she drives it up to Indy I'm looking at Goodyear and Kumho, but I'm wondering about Falken. Anyone have any direct experience with Falken? I've heard of them, but don't know anyone who has actually owned a set. Conti and Dunlop are right out, as I've never had decent performance with either one. Michelins are nice, but I'm not paying a premium for a name. She's got these damned low profile tires on the car (they're stock) and the things are obscenely expensive because of the tire style. I'm listening... Dan ___ 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 ___ 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] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob/NOT!
Bob, Riding a motorcycle in 100 degree plus weather is like riding in an oven! Proper safety gear makes it even more uncomfortable. YOU WILL NOT LIKE IT! That said, you would want four cylinders for smoothness, and enough power to push a full sized wind screen for comfort. The Honda 750 Goldwings are reliable and will go 100,000 miles. a smallish two cylinder will die in a year! All the big bike manufacturers make something similar. Rent or borrow a bike for a few days in june/july and get this idea out of your system. Get a used turbodiesel VW TDI and you will average in the 40's with AC and 4 walls around you. The Toyota dealers are rebating on new Prius hybrids, as production has caught up with demand. Your Commute is not ideal fior the Prius, but it should also get mileage in the 40's. I think the drivetrain has a 10 year warranty, and there are some tax credits available too. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, 11 May 2008 10:12 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob I have no experience. I would most certainly take a course. There are many people I work with who ride all the time and I've heard all the stories and I've listened carefully to them all. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Douglas Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2008 8:18 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob Robert you didn't mention if you have experience riding! I have been riding for 40 years and yes I have a honda shadow 1100cc. There are things that you should be aware of, the new rider shouldn't buy something to commute on and learn on at the same time. I would suggest that you take the highway safety course for riding. They usually use small motorcycles and you will learn alot! One thing that people do not understand is that people in CARS (thats you and me) Do NOT See motorcycles! So if you are one that gets freaked out when a cars pulls out in front of you while you are in you car. Then you are really going to know how tight your sphincter will get! This happens all the time! So take the course, and they buy the most comfortable motorcycle you can afford. One of the often over looked brands is the BMW. Yes expensive at first look but very well built and comfortable! hope this helps Douglas - Original Message - From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2008 12:58 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob Weather really isn't a concern here, I don't think. I work with guys who ride all year round. Maybe the time has come I should consider getting a bike. In your opinion, Dan (and anyone else who has an opinion), what would be a good bike for me to start with knowing my commute would be 80 miles a day? My wife is thinking I'm having a mid-life crisis but she doesn't ever fill the cars with fuel. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LWB250 Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2008 11:08 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] diesel It's not all great - I don't ride in bad weather, or when the temperatures go below 50F. Down here the weather is finally (I say that with great disappointment) getting into the summer cycle of 70F nights and near 90F days with oppressive humidity. If going to work requires you to be somewhat composed and professional, forget it. It's been really windy down here the last few days, and getting out on the interstate with heavy crosswinds can make things really exciting - in a way that you don't care for, unless you have a death wish. People drive like idiots down here, so you have to be super attentive or they'll kill you. I'm fortunate in that I can wear jeans and a polo shirt if I choose, so that helps, but I'm still hot and sticky by the time I get there in the morning. Don't even ask about the ride home... By moving back and forth between motorcycle and car I save some $$. it's not an end all to be all. Dan --- Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yer killin' me. I wonder how much worse it needs to get before I, who has never had a bike, will consider getting one? Especially with my 80 mile RT commute..which I could make all back roads and stay off of the freeway. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LWB250 Sent: Sunday, May 11, 2008 10:45 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] diesel Darn. And I was upset that I've only been getting in the high 30s/low 40s on my Virago. I couldn't believe it - a fillup cost me over $11 the other day! Dan --- Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, diesel is now 4.17 here.
[MBZ] OT: Valvoline Synthetic on sale @Checker, R134 too
For those that are not stuck on Mobil 1, this is a good deal. You can buy it at the sale price of $3.49/qt, and then get a rebate of $15/6 qts, making the price 99 cents for full synthetic. rebate is limited to 12 quarts. How they can sell this for 4 bucks a gallon, when diesel fuel is higher than that, is beyond me! R134 is buy 2 get one free or about $6/can. No license required. Checker is part of CSK (checker, shucks, kragen) recently bought by O'Reilly Check your local on line ad, good 'till the 26th. No affiliation. Jim in Phoenix ___ 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] Troubleshooting Standing Pilot (millivolt) Gas Valve
In a message dated 5/6/2008 12:35:08 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I figured this out Looks like the valve itself is good, it's the controls that are funky. I jumpered from the thermocouple to the main valve and it opened and the burners fired off. Yahoo! Dan, look for some kind of flow confirmation such as a sail switch in the pipe or a pitot tube that senses flow pressure. I have had sail metal fall off the arm and of course the water flow would not actuate the switch. could also be a bad micro switch. Check the easy stuff first. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod000301) ___ 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] 603 stumbles
In a message dated 5/6/2008 8:52:13 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My son's new '87 300D misses, or stumbles when warm and idling. It's like it fails to fire once every second or two. It looks like the delivery valve seals are leaking some, but Diesel is not pouring off the top of the IP. It also blows white smoke when it starts - till warm - and smells like fresh Diesel - so I'm suspecting faulty glowing for this. It clatta, clatta's a bit louder than I think it should as well. There are only 197,000 miles on it - should be almost like new. The #14 head seems fine - no pressure in the radiator hoses, etc. I would make sure the oil pressure line is flowing oil to the injector pump. It has a very small orifice where it comes off the block and could be plugged. Also consider the new low sulfur diesel is a little weak in it's lubricating abilities and an additive may be needed to prevent the occasional sticking plunger. Loves truck stop has the best deals on two or 3 brands of diesel fuel additive, tho any good parts store will have some. I quart treats about 150 gallons, so you don't need much. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod000301) ___ 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] Buzzer
In a message dated 5/6/2008 4:39:05 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Found the buzzer. No obvious reason for it to be quiet. Took the outer cover off, the buzzy bit is still very quiet. Resoldered a couple joints that looked poor. Didn't help, in fact its quieter now. Achhh they're $72... Unless Seat Belt Warning Relay isn't it. It sure looks like it. Oh list mom, I don't suppose you have one used? Looks like the W123 cars use the same one as the W201 or at least the '85 190D. Curt, Does it have a part number on it? I have a box of relays to sort through. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod000301) ___ 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] ebay WTF??
In a message dated 5/1/2008 2:33:51 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It sure LOOKS like ebay, but I sure as hell dont think ebay would want this. Even if they did, I would NOT give it to them. If I log in via firfox, I dont get this, so I think I have a bug or something. I Kaleb, Ebay and Paypal remind us that there official communications always address you by your real name, not your user ID or such. I always forward Phishing enails to [EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) , [EMAIL PROTECTED] (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) , etc. Then delete them! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod000301) ___ 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] trans RR shade-tree style
Luther, Harbor Freight sells a tranny handling adapter (about $30) which replaces the 5 inch saddle on your standard floor jack.? If you are thinking one man job, this will make the difference.? Unfortunately, it adds about 5 inches to the height you need to clear the frame.?? Worth it tho.? It straps the tranny down and tilts to permit angling the trans into place.? I just resealed my son's Dodge Caravan, by myself, and I am 69.? I did saw off about a 3 inch strip on the adapter to let it fit more easily in the space available.? Mine is available if you live close. For height, in front, I filled two std cement blocks, two pices of 3/4 plywood?which then I set my jack stands on.? In the back, the two jackstands were sufficient. Letting the engine/ trans assembly drop in the rear (keeping close watch for firewall clearance and cable strain) will make it easier to get at those honkin' big hex bolts, best reached with about 20 inches of extentions and a 1/2 breaker bar.? Clean the hex sockets (10mm) thoroughly with a brake cleaner, you don't want to round one of these and have it slip!? When they break loose, you will swear you broke something!? Heavy gloves will cushion the hands but watch your elbow.? Finally, get as much of the trans fluid out before you start, as it will run out the tailshaft when you pull the driveshaft. Good luck! Jim in Phoenix I'm thinking I need about 2' of clearance under the engine to squeeze the tranny in and out. Maybe those leftover 2x12s that I have will work when stacked and screwed together. -Original Message- From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:18 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] trans RR shade-tree style I'm thinking I need about 2' of clearance under the engine to squeeze the tranny in and out. Maybe those leftover 2x12s that I have will work when stacked and screwed together. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (176 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine Quoting Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED]: I'm looking for tips and knowledge for getting my SDL high enough to RR the trans using floor/bottle jacks, jack stands, and ramps. Ideas? Any experience? TIA all. 450 SL tranny replacement. Had to get it scary high in the air in order to actually have room to work the tranny out from under. I think I had to jack it up in two steps, using big firewood rounds as spacers. Not my idea of great fun, but fairly stable if the wood is big enough. (And sawn square on the ends!) -- Jim ___ 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 ___ 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] bad vibration
Gerry,? There are no match marks at the flex discs to worry about.? I am concerned that your noisy differential was not the differential, but merely a weak differential support mount.? Did the diff have lots of play in the gears that would make you suspect it is failing?? A bad mount will transmit a huge amount of gear noise!? Either way, be sure you replace your 25 year old mount with a new one.? Maybe try the new? mount with your old diff first---. Jim in Phoenix I have a vibration at speeds over about 55mph on my '83 300D which I hope will be cured by replacing a bad axle and noisy differential. The differential I got locally was unbolted at the flex disc which looks newer than the one on the car. Are there any kind of alignment marks or special things to watch out for if I just bolt the drive shaft on to the flex disc that's already mounted on the differential? Thanks, Gerry -Original Message- From: archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wed, 30 Apr 2008 6:16 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] bad vibration Do you recall the name of the drive shaft repair place in Tampa, Dan? I have a vibration at speeds over about 55mph on my '83 300D which I hope will be cured by replacing a bad axle and noisy differential. The differential I got locally was unbolted at the flex disc which looks newer than the one on the car. Are there any kind of alignment marks or special things to watch out for if I just bolt the drive shaft on to the flex disc that's already mounted on the differential? Thanks, Gerry '83 300D and 240D -- From: LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] I had a 250LWB, which is a 123 chassis that's been stretched (by the factory) for use as a taxi. This particular chassis, due to the length, has a three piece drive shaft, meaning two flex disk, two center bearings, and three sections. I don't recall what precipitated the problem, but it developed (or may have had it when I got it) vibration at certain speeds. I found a bum center bearing and carrier and replaced it. No joy. I replaced the second center bearing and carrier. Still no relief. I RR'ed it, checked the marks, reassembled, nada. This took place over the course of several months. By the final time I RR'ed the whole thing (I was getting really good at it!) I found what I suspected was a bad U joint. Knowing that the process for replacing MB U joints was a very specialized one, I went to my local drive shaft repair house and talked to them about it. Heck, there's nothing special about that - we do it all the time! They had to ship it to their Miami location, since the shop here in Tampa didn't have a balancer that could handle the length of my shaft. No additional charge to do this, just a couple of days and it was back. I get the shaft in pieces, load it up, take it home and lay it out on the garage floor for reassembly. Guess what? They didn't put match marks on the pieces. Damn. I called them up and was assured that it didn't matter, as they had balanced it as separate sections as well as a complete shaft. What? They also said that if I installed it and it still had vibration to bring it back, they would rebalance it, and send it back with match marks. That's ultimately what happened. A real PITA, but after nearly two years I didn't have this horrendous vibration around 10 mph that sounded like it was going to tear open the floor just above the second center bearing. I still have a box of the locknuts for the flex disk bolts as a reminder Dan ___ 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 ___ 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] trans RR shade-tree style/OT trans lifting
In a message dated 4/30/2008 8:26:16 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: No need if you have a bit of heft in you. Just drop it on your chest and scoot out. Obviously have someone near by. When I worked at a Honda dealer, one of my coworkers showed up on Monday with a huge cast on his arm. It seems that Kelly had pulled the tranny (THM 350 or THM 400) on his Chevy pickup on Saturday. He braced his elbow against the driveway with his palm under the oil pan, grabbed the tailshaft with his right hand, and pulled the tranny off the locating dowels so he could catch it on his left hand. Shattered his left forearm like a toothpick. Scared me off from manual tranny catching for life. I was able to bench press my Toyota manual trans-axle into place with some cursing ect. I was exercising and lifting weights at that time though. I would probably struggle more now. Rick Knoble Rick, Rolf, and all. When I was about 27, I put a 55 Olds 4 speed Hydramatic in my Corvette, for drag racing. I dug a hole in the dirt to fit my body, then slid the trans on my chest and boosted it in. It took about 3 trys! I think my gonads were gone for about 3 days! I later weighed one of these and with the fluid coupling, it was 225 pounds! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car listings at AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/used?NCID=aolcmp0030002851) ___ 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] trans RR shade-tree style/OT trans lifting
LOL! Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wed, 30 Apr 2008 9:05 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] trans RR shade-tree style/OT trans lifting I dug a hole in the dirt to fit my body, then slid the trans on my chest and boosted it in. It took about 3 tries! I think my gonads were gone for about 3 days! I later weighed one...it was 225 pounds! Shouldn't have been any worse for you than an after-hours drunken rasslin' match with a fat chick from the bar, with _both_ of you less than pleased with your choice! :-) -- Jim ___ 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 ___ 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] bad vibration
In a message dated 4/28/2008 9:26:31 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Got a bad driveshaft vibration going down the highway. Would it be best to A: just swap in a complete driveshaft from a different car, B: pull driveshaft and have it balanced, or C: just keep moving the center section one notch at a time till it gets lined back up like it should be. Apparantly it was seperated at some point and not marked. kaleb, If this is your 560, somewhere about 88 they started match marking the two pieces of drive shaft at the factory. That don't mean yours is assembled right, it could have been assembled by someone with no concern for match marks. You have to have the drive shaft out to see the marks. Before removing it, seize the drive shaft near the support bearing and try to move it up and down. anymore than about an 1/8 of movement means the rubber support is shot. Good luck, Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car listings at AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/used?NCID=aolcmp0030002851) ___ 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] BMW LSD on Portland CL
Interesting!? I just happen to have a 93 E 3.2 differential in my spare parts.? The input flange on mine is 3 bolt pattern but maybe the spline pattern would permit swapping these.? the rear cover on mine is 8 bolt, and MB uses different covers to adapt the diff to different models.? The BMW unit looks close but no way to reach a conclusion from the pictures.? The rear mounting bracket appears to be held to the back cover with four of the cover bolts.? the ouput flanges look very similar in 6 bolt pattern and size.? The distance between the flanges also looks close. I have photos if anyone wants to pursue this further. My diff is a open 2.65:1 ratio, large case design.? very nice condition with dual abs sensors.? It is also for sale:? Complete as listed for $200, plus shipping (it weighs 82 pounds).? According to the EPC, it fits 29 US models directly. Jim In Phoenix -Original Message- From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Fri, 25 Apr 2008 5:00 pm Subject: [MBZ] BMW LSD on Portland CL Wasn't somebody wondering whether they could adapt a BMW limited-slip rear-end to a Mercedes? Here's your chance to find out: http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/pts/656437174.html Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo, '86 300E, et al. ___ 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 ___ 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] 1992 300D, 2.5 Turbo/NOTE!
NOTE:? The engine in your subject line is NOT the problem engine.? On the contrary, the 2.5 turbo would get you up the hill with ferver, and reliability.? The 3.5 turbodiesel is tthe one with weak rods. If you are still going to pass on this 2.5, let the list know where it is! Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Timothy Robinson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, 20 Apr 2008 10:49 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1992 300D, 2.5 Turbo Thanks for all the advice, guys... I kinda need the excuse to tell myself No. I doubt the engine has been replaced. The last three miles of my daily drive the next 26 weeks is up the steepest state maintained road in NC (In low gear and steady speed around 20mpg I'm sitting on about 3000 rpm for about 9 minutes). That would probably be ideal conditions to do some engine damage. 4/20/08 23:23 Uhr, Mitch Haley at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Timothy Robinson wrote: So... ALL 3.5's? It wasn't something that was fixed in the later years? Yes, it was fixed after production of the cars ended. If it has a recent factory replacement engine it should be fine. ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] Two questions, at least - 1981 300SD injector pump and temp fluctua...
In a message dated 4/21/2008 3:50:14 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 1. The temp gauge usually holds at 100 or a degree or two above or below. It has started to register hot for a time every few miles, starting in the last few months. I have had the thermostat replaced, radiator flushed and the temp sensor replaced [old one was a bit corroded], and this morning when it jumped up to 120 I headed back to the shop and a temperature sensor showed nothing on the engine or cooling system over 180 while the gauge was at 119. Sometimes it jumps [like an air bubble] and sometimes it climbs and goes back down slowly. Tomorrow the cluster will be pulled and the resistance on the wire checked, as well as the vacuum lines. Any other thoughts ? Bill, Probably a corroded connection. Start by unplugging the connector at the driver's side of the cylinder head, and watch the gauge. There are two senders in the 2-3 cylinder area of the head i believe. Push the connector on and off a few times and see if the temperature reading becomes more accurate. A little known connection on the back of the glow plug relay is next. The wiring harness for the temperature sender is the same one that contains the wiring for the glow plugs. So the glow plug relay becomes a connection point for your sender. Same drill--unplug it and replug it a few times to remove the tarnish on the contacts that Mercedes silver is famous for. Do not sand the contacts! If these two points have not fixed the problem, NOW you can pay someone to remove the instrument cluster, which also has a circular push on connector on the back. I bet it is the one on the GP relay, since you recently changed the sensor. You changed the correct sensor--right? Good luck, Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car listings at AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/used?NCID=aolcmp0030002851) ___ 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] Removing rear flange 722.4/comment
I had suggested that Kaleb might need a special socket to remove the output flange retaining nut. To replace the rear seal on my 79 300SD, I needed a 4 prong socket.? I made one fron a standard depth, 1/2 drive,?Craftsman 12 point socket, size 1 1/8 inch. By sawing away opposite pairs of flats, I ended up with 4 prongs,?about 1/4 wide, and?about 1/4 tall.? Now a days, you can probably borrow such a tool from Autozone, et al. Is this basically what you are looking at? Of course, you can't see the nut until you remove the driveshaft. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sat, 19 Apr 2008 1:05 am Subject: [MBZ] Removing rear flange 722.4 I seem to remember that recently there was a discussion about removing the rear flange on an MB box, I gotta do a 722.4 to enable me to swap boxes between my Mum's 190E and my 230E. What was the outcome? Hendrik who hit a bit of a hurdle ___ 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 ___ 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] PHX CL E300 Diesel $4500/ Delisted now
Bob, When I went to Craig's a few minutes ago, the message said it was being removed. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles In a message dated 4/14/2008 8:25:28 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Holy cow. Lookie what one of yous could have: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/641187266.html **It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. (http://money.aol.com/tax?NCID=aolcmp0030002850) ___ 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...TV Broadband cable tracing question
I bought a wire tracer at Home Depot, or Lowes, a couple years ago for $30. It worked as good as the commercial tracer I had at work that cost $300 10 years ago. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles In a message dated 4/11/2008 10:09:46 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My son has a cable distribution center that was installed when his house was built. Cables were run to all the rooms in the house but the installers forgot to put a broadband jack in one room. He had verified that the cable had been run to that room when the house was under construction, and he knows approximately where it ends, but he doesn't want to tear into the wall in order to find it. **It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. (http://money.aol.com/tax?NCID=aolcmp0030002850) ___ 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] got my truck back
In a message dated 4/11/2008 9:13:21 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: WOW what a difference. First thing I noticed that it turned over much quicker when starting. Not sure what injectors would have to do with it. Runs MUCH quieter. Has MORE power. Not sure on mileage yet. Oil pressure higher. Kaleb, If you had one or more dribblers, the cylinder would fire on the up stroke as soon as compression pressure reached the point of ignition. These bad cylinders would kick back, just like the old gas engines with too much advance. Not very efficient, and hard on starters. Nice that you found a dealer that played square with you. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms and advice on AOL Money Finance. (http://money.aol.com/tax?NCID=aolcmp0030002850) ___ 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] Fwd: 1987 300SDL TURBO DIESEL MERCEDES - $1700 (PHOENIX)
-Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wed, 9 Apr 2008 9:30 pm Subject: 1987 300SDL TURBO DIESEL MERCEDES - $1700 (PHOENIX) [EMAIL PROTECTED] has forwarded you this craigslist.org posting. Please see below for more information. 1987 300SDL TURBO DIESEL MERCEDES Reply to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2008-04-08, 1:39PM 1987 300SDL TURBO DIESEL BEAUTIFUL RUNNER, IT HAS 135K MILES MOTOR AND TRANS ARE IN PERFECT SHAPE.A COUPLE OF COSMETIC THINGS ARE NEEDED, IT IS FULLY LOADED WITH, A/C, POWER WINDOWS, POWER DOOR LOCKS, LEATHER, SUNROOF, ETC. HURRY!! WONT LAT AT THIS PRICE $1,700 .CALL 602-472-0791. This item has been posted by-owner. Location: PHOENIX it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests Original URL: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/635136956.html - this craigslist posting was forwarded to you by someone using our email-a-friend feature - if you want to prevent these, please go to: http://www.craigslist.org/cgi-bin/te/yZma6VWZhBkbuw2bt92YR - ___ 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 pressure washing from rain barrels?
I tried it one time to pull water out of a 5gallon jerry can.? It did not work.? Elevating the can did not help.? It seems like it should work.? I hope we hear from someone who had success. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Rolf [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tue, 8 Apr 2008 11:29 am Subject: [MBZ] OT pressure washing from rain barrels? Anyone know if its required to have pressure on the intake or if I can just run a hose to some 55gal rain barrels I have? The rain barrels are great, fill up in one decent rain on avg, highly recommended for those of us in drought country. -Rolf ___ 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 ___ 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] Hesitation Causes in 190D
I would definitely consider this a fuel problem, either water in the fuel, or dirty filters.??A dirty?cannister filter can restrict total fuel flow in a way that limits engine power, and this would be most obvious while climbing a hill.? Change both filters and consider cleaning the fuel tank suction strainer. A remote possibility is a clogged vent line on the fuel tank.? Driving the car up the same hill with tank cap removed would be a good test for that. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tue, 8 Apr 2008 3:02 am Subject: [MBZ] Hesitation Causes in 190D It's not too bad, but going up the hill near our house with a relatively cold 87 190D NA, I shifted down to 2 (the thing will not shift down itself) and felt some light hesitation that came and went as we climbed the hill. Wonder if this is more likely to be engine or tranny? I'm still too new to the klatta klub to know if a diesel can act this way. As for the tranny: Recently, I checked the fluid and found it barely on the stick. Due to how difficult it is to get a reading on the stick, and thinking its being probably a quart and a half low would allow me to gingerly drive it to the store, I tried to climb our steep but short hill leading out of our home. I felt significant loss of power in a sort of on-and-off fashion. Cringing, I surmised this to be tranny slipping. I shifted to neutral and coasted back down the hill into my garage. So, can low tranny fluid cause this sort of slipping? By the way, the tranny leaks at a fairly significant pace - hence its low-ness. Brian ___ 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 ___ 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] loose 300SDL pistons
Kaleb, MB diesels are designed to run a very tight piston fit, less than 0.002.? You would be hard pressed to feel, let alone see, 0.002 movement.? Overheating, or very high mileage would be the likely causes of piston slop.? I think you should replace the engine with your spare. Cracks between the valve seats are quite common and usually do not leak water.? A sign that water was?leaking into?a cylinder would be a steam cleaned look. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes Mailing List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, 6 Apr 2008 3:55 pm Subject: [MBZ] loose 300SDL pistons So I have this 300SDL I picked up a while back. The guy who had it bought it from a list member from another list. Drove it back somewhere in the NE back to OK. Anyway, he says IIRC after a while of driving he couldnt keep oil in it. Not sure where it was going but thats what he said. It broke down and he had ot have it towed back to OK. Took it to a local shop and I know they ran a compression test on it but Im not sure what the numbers where. They pulled the head and I think they said it was warped. They also said the engine needs to be rebuilt because you could move one of the pistons back and forth in its bore. The head is sitting on the engine but not installed. Today I looked at it for a minute and the head does have a couple of cracks between a couple of cylinders valves. #1 piston is at TDC and I can move it back and forth very slightly. I cant tell you how much but its a little loose. #6 is also at TDC or close to it, and I can move it a little but its quite a bit tighter than #1. The others I cant move, they are down in their bore. So the question is, should this piston be able to be moved at all? Given this info and what the PO says happened, would I be better off just yanking the engine and dropping in another? That is what I am leaning towards. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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 ___ 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] diesel cherokees on Phoenix Craig's list
Sticker on? these is about 38K.? I thought they were 3.2 L tho. Jim in Phoenix 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0 Diesel 2 left! New lower price! - $30230 (Scottsdale,AZ) Reply to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2008-03-07, 6:16PM MST We have 2 Diesels left and they need to go!!! The 3.0 Crd is in Wards Auto's Top 10 Engines ___ 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] SDL won't move
If you are real lucky, the filter dropped off the pump inlet and the rattling noise is air bubbles going through the system You've had the trans pan off already?? I must have missed that. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thu, 3 Apr 2008 10:11 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] SDL won't move In a message dated 4/3/2008 3:19:29 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But why no reverse If you are real lucky, the filter dropped off the pump inlet and the rattling noise is air bubbles going through the system Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Planning your summer road trip? Check out AOL Travel Guides. (http://travel.aol.com/travel-guide/united-states?ncid=aoltrv000316) ___ 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 ___ 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] SDL won't move
Yup! Now I did.? Bummer!? I believe Rusty's? rebuit trans comes with a? torque converter.? I guess the free shipping for orders over $75 doesn't apply here. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sat, 5 Apr 2008 5:14 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] SDL won't move Yup, fluid was normal and nothing solid in the bottom of the pan. The filter was on tight also. Did you see the diagnosis from my MBCA tech advisor? Luther On Sat, 05 Apr 2008 16:54:21 -0600, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If you are real lucky, the filter dropped off the pump inlet and the rattling noise is air bubbles going through the system You've had the trans pan off already?? I must have missed that. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thu, 3 Apr 2008 10:11 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] SDL won't move In a message dated 4/3/2008 3:19:29 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But why no reverse If you are real lucky, the filter dropped off the pump inlet and the rattling noise is air bubbles going through the system Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ 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 ___ 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] trans mount tab broke off
In a message dated 4/5/2008 8:17:40 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hell with it, I will probably just pull that back plate off and swap it. Kaleb, I think you need a special socket to pull the retaining nut for the 3 arm flex adapter off the trans. So have your spare part removed first so you see what you need. Instead, I would look for one of those permanent pipe repair clamps that would fit around the tail shaft. If you get a stainless steel one you could have a new mount welded to it, or perhaps bolt through it with a couple carriage bolts. Home Depot, or a plumbing specialist should have a clamp big enough. I would fix it to minimize stress on the tail shaft housing, which will break next. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Planning your summer road trip? Check out AOL Travel Guides. (http://travel.aol.com/travel-guide/united-states?ncid=aoltrv000316) ___ 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] SDL won't move
In a message dated 4/3/2008 3:19:29 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But why no reverse If you are real lucky, the filter dropped off the pump inlet and the rattling noise is air bubbles going through the system Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Planning your summer road trip? Check out AOL Travel Guides. (http://travel.aol.com/travel-guide/united-states?ncid=aoltrv000316) ___ 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] SDL won't move
which tranny series had an external band bolt that backed out, making the trans inoperative? Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tue, 1 Apr 2008 7:25 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] SDL won't move The tach works like normal...throttle response is normal. When the speedo dropped to zero, the tach dropped to idle. The problem seems mechanicalhow else would the tranny not go into any gear? Luther, dreading a trans rebuild -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (176 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine Quoting OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED]: So, why would the tach drop to zero if the engine was still running, and the speedo go to zero if you were still moving? Sounds electrical to me. Is the cruise control still thinking you need to be stopped? Un-plug the CC amp --- ? On Tue, Apr 1, 2008 at 7:46 PM, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It revs if I give it fuel It's like it's stuck in neutral. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ 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 ___ 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] SDL won't move
In a message dated 4/2/2008 2:21:25 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What would it take, I wonder, to adapt a modern manual trans to Mercedes engines? TransAdapt and Kennedy are two big makers of custom transmission adapters. You can put the six speed from the 93 and up Camaro and Firebird behind most popular engines including the Hemi and the Northstar. Kennedy supplies their adapters with a suitable fywheel as well. They have a huge choice of adapters for most engines to the VW/Porsche pattern transmissions for the dune buggy crowd. Prices run 500 and up. I bet if Kennedy had an order for 10 or so they would whip one up! Now then, if you want to talk transmissions, check out Mendeola. They make a sequential shifting 5 speed good for 800 HP in an off road truck application. The trans pattern is VW, but as mentioned above, lots of adapters available. For a top of the line unit, complete with shifter, bring about $20,000. Dream on! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles (original automatic 4-speed) 98 ML 320, 155 K miles (original automatic 5-speed) Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Planning your summer road trip? Check out AOL Travel Guides. (http://travel.aol.com/travel-guide/united-states?ncid=aoltrv000316) ___ 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] SDL won't move
In a message dated 4/1/2008 7:35:16 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Seems like if you shifted into neutral at speed, the cruise would kick off but the speedo would keep working, so I think the mechanical problem is between the speedo drive gear on the tailshaft and the wheels. Yup, this is a cunundrum! On an 87, how is the speedo driven? I was going to suggest the torque converter to flywheel bolts were gone and the engine is no longer driving the transmission. Now it may be that one of the driveshaft flex couplings has become uncoupled. But then wouldn't the engine and trans drive the speedo, even if the car didn't move? Geeez! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15ncid=aolhom000301) ___ 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] guns and recoil /.577 T-REX video/bad link
The link was good when I sent it--'cause I tested it.? massive-recoil-rifle.wmv? Who or what would have edited my mail? Chuck's path was different, but got to same site. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, 30 Mar 2008 10:18 pm Subject: [MBZ] guns and recoil /.577 T-REX video Watch the guys with only half the gun but on their shouder.? massive-recoil-rifle.wmv?? Jim in Phoenix ___ 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 ___ 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] Continuing intermittent vacuum problems
In a message dated 3/31/2008 12:49:34 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What is the spec on the vacuum pump? On mine, with everything but the brake booster disconnected, my Mity-Vac was showing about 23 or so. The testing value for the brake booster is 0.75 to 0.80 bar. using 30 Hg as one bar would put you right at 22-23Hg Gas engines typically idle at 18-20 Hg, and drop well below that at WOT. That's why the brake booster, and the other systems, have check valves and reservoirs to save some of that good vacuum. I have seen more than one vacuum pump on my 79 300SD pull 20 at idle. This within a few seconds of start up. All the AC and brakes will work fine down to 10-12 or so. I believe you have an intermittent failure at the vacuum pump. A sticking check valve (my guess)or a cracked diaphragm. Chuck's (80 300SD) problem was intermittent and then became worse until he had them change the vacuum pump. I have to say that shop people get lucky and fix something by accident, sometimes, and they sure as hell aren't going to say what it was right after sticking on a new $400 vacuum pump on a car worth 3K. Let us all know what fixes this! Good luck! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15ncid=aolhom000301) ___ 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] mind numbing deals at micro center (way off topic) /Epson BOO!
Epson printers have circuitry to obstruct refilling cartridges.? I have been refilling my cannon printer cartridges for years, with no more trouble than putting on a pair of rubber gloves. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Banned List [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com; Linux Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sun, 30 Mar 2008 1:33 pm Subject: [MBZ] mind numbing deals at micro center (way off topic) my external HD dropped dead this morning and my color printer died last week and i need some paper and discs too. this felt like too heavy a job for ebay, so i hit micro center instead. walk in and friendly kid ofers to help. i figure i'll tell him my problem. i get a nice 500GB external drive for like 115 bucks. then he hits me with they are giving a way via rebate a free epson printer with the purchase of any digital camera, so he suggests i buy a $20 toy digital to get the $100 printer. i ask him what is cheap that is not crap, and he finds me a nikon coolpix L3 refurb for 60 bucks. it is sweet. then i get a full refund by mail for an epson R280 color printer. now i'm not one to go out touting stuff, but this seems to be one to jump all over. the refurb itself for 60 bucks is a good deal, but throw in the printer and it's insane. if you live anywhere near a micro center, jump all over this now while they have the printers in stock. ___ 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 ___ 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] guns and recoil /.577 T-REX video
Watch the guys with only half the gun but on their shouder.? massive-recoil-rifle.wmv?? Jim in Phoenix ___ 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: Electronics Retail Store info
Mitch, You are thinking of JER, John Robbins, @MS State.? He also had a 116 diesel. The hard drives with the big platters were of various makes, but we had them into the 90's.? We also had reel to reel tape drives past Y2K, as we had to maintain equipment that could communicate with archaic state computers.? Arkansas comes to mind (sorry Clintons, et all). Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sat, 29 Mar 2008 4:32 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Electronics Retail Store info [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The one Terabyte hard drive caught my eye because I used to be Chief Engineer of a computer facility for a major insurance company. And here I was thinking you were some 25 year old who recently got out of college, and had been working on a PIC controlled W116 climate control for a class project. Didn't those Winchester drives that look like a stack of LP's on a changer go out of style in the 1970's? Mitch. ___ 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 ___ 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] Mercedes Most Recent Muscle Car
In a message dated 3/29/2008 9:42:59 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: But the Audi's got the biggest gear knob diameter by half an inch! Yea, but check the size of the shift lever on Chevy's 5 speed manuals in their pickups! Jim in Phoenix **Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15ncid=aolhom000301) ___ 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 Car in Drive/rrowhead
I await the pictures, Bob. In a message dated 3/29/2008 10:13:08 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Where is Arrowhead MB Arrowhead is a big shopping area around 85th Ave and Bell road. The car dealers are west of the 101 freeway. I have not seen the dealership so it must be pretty new. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15ncid=aolhom000301) ___ 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] Starter system
In a message dated 3/28/2008 6:25:53 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Maybe it's time to build a shunt or a coil. I have 12, 14, 18, 22, and 24 AWG wire. A few inches of one of them should get me a shunt of suitable resistance. Phillip, You suffered the classic hot soak failure which often occurs on Mercedes starters (and GM cars too)!New or well done rebuilt starters seem to be immune to this, for some time, so it must be bearing wear or armature swelling that causes the extra drag. The next time you travel, take along a large spray bottle of water and when the starter doesn't work, cool it down with the water. Alternatively, leaving the hood open while you stop for lunch or whatever, will often work, given a half hour or so. Many cars have heat shields around the starter and solenoid and perhaps you can make or adapt one to fit. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15ncid=aolhom000301) ___ 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: Electronics Retail Store info
I know from reading the mails that a lot of you are interested in electronics, and always looking for a source and a good price. Many of you may know of Fry's Electronics _www.outpost.com_ (http://www.outpost.com) but since they only have stores in the largest cities, many may not. Frys runs several ads a week and the one on Friday is 8 pages big, viewable on line. Noted tonight is a 1TB internal hard drive for $199.95 by Maxtor. order # 5524820. Or a 500 GB external drive for 114.99, by Western Digital. order # 5530040. The one Terabyte hard drive caught my eye because I used to be Chief Engineer of a computer facility for a major insurance company. I remember taking tours through our facility and speeling about our 2.3 Terabyte network, a 16,000 square foot room with spinning hard drives (multiple discs the size of a dinner plate), and main frames, consuming 600 KW of conditioned, uninteruptible power! Another 400 KW was consumed to provide cooling for said room! Hardware value--about 60 million dollars!! The staff to program and coordinate these resources approached 200. Now you can lay down $200 and plug this drive into your home PC! Incredible! Memories--- Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 155 K miles **Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15ncid=aolhom000301) ___ 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] CL V12 Coupe/hulk/BMW850i
Someone mentioned the 600 V12 coupe weighed about the same as a 1 bedroom condo..Probably so--but I know the Benz, with the double glass, would be more quiet than the condo! I always said a car enthusiast should own at least one V12 in his life time. Too that end, I bought a set of shop manuals for the Jag XJS V12 about 20 years ago. Never happened yet!! If I ever get a V12, it WON'T be a Jag. The Benz V12 made my wallet twitch. My absolute favorite V12 car has got to be the BMW 850i. There was one on Ebay not long ago. It may have been relisted. Jim in Phoenix In a message dated 3/27/2008 12:47:25 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The V-12 engine is ALL the charm. IMHO, the 600SEC is one of the ugliest, most hulkingly misproportioned MBs ever produced. It is a visual insult compared to the beautiful W126 coupe that it replaced. Note the ad does not say cold AC, so add $4k to the price for that alone! **Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15ncid=aolhom000301) ___ 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] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)
You should be able to get a deep socket on the crank from below without pulling the radiator.? 27 mm/1 1/16 socket fit a lot?of cars in this era. If it does not turn easily, I would pull the spark plugs again, add a big squirt of oil to?each cylinder, and then turn the engine over with the plugs removed. Good luck! Jim in Phoenix (previous owner of 3 63-65 300SEs)? -Original Message- From: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Fri, 21 Mar 2008 6:39 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] Well looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :) On Mon, Feb 11, 2008 at 3:18 PM, Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just took ownership of a 1966 Mercedes-Benz 230 .. Thanks Allen!! Got out Wednesday with my brother and looked at mostly the spark plugs and wires. Couple of the wires had no complete circuit, and at least one of the wires had, as my brother put it, resistance that was way out of spec. Hit the key for the first time, starter clicked once and nothing. Hoping that engine didn't seize right then. Believe the next order of business will be to pull the radiator and put a breaker bar on the main bearing and see if we can freely spin the crank. Now that it's starting to get warmer, expect to see a lot of movement from me :) Hopefully from behind the wheel! EdB -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ 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 ___ 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] bundt wheel widths
my 79 300S had 5 1/2 Bundts when I bought it from the first owner back in 86. I upgraded to 6 1/2s off a 77 450SL. I recently pulled a brand new 6 1/2X14 from the trunk of a 82 126 wreck. Jim in Phoenix -Original Message- From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sat, 15 Mar 2008 7:59 pm Subject: [MBZ] bundt wheel widths need a little clarification on wheel width...is the following correct? W116 300SD - 6.5 inches wide 126 300SD - 6.5 inches wide 123 300D 240D - 6 inches wide Thanks so much! Chris ünter u. Bügel Diesel Sales Service 1985 300SD, 370K km, Wulf, B20-getrieben 1992 350 Ram Wagon, 1 Ton, 58K mi, Der Abschleppwagen '75 240D, '80 300SD, '85 300Dt, '84 300Dt '83 240D ooking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. __ ttp://www.okiebenz.com or new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ or used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: ttp://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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] limited slip in 560SEL into 300SD/Won't interchange!
Mitch is correct. the 420 and 560 V8s used a physically larger differential. The diesels, 6s, and the 380 small V8 used the small differential. Different flange sizes are just one of the problems. So you must restrict your posi search to 380 or smaller engined 126 cars.. Jim in Phoenix In a message dated 3/11/2008 7:37:47 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Does the 300SD have the medium diff, as found in the W124 300d, or the large diff, as found in the 560? I suppose one could find Dave M. on Schuman or Bimby forums, he did a lot of diff research a couple of years ago. I can't remember if he was trying to put LSD or ASC in his W124, or was just looking for a different ratio. **It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms, and advice on AOL Money Finance. (http://money.aol.com/tax?NCID=aolprf000301) ___ 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] 1983 300SD Shifting questions
Kevin, Marshall would remind us all that the fuel, boost, and vacuum,?systems must be right before ANY linkage adjustments are made.?? This because wider throttle openings would be necessary if the engine is not producing the correct power. A 0 to 60 time under 15 seconds would be a good starting point. Jim in Phoenix Thanks, Jim. That's what I thought, and the throttle linkage setup sounds like the most sensible place to start. I think that this tranny (722.3xx?) also has a control cable for shift timing. Now that spring is on its way, it'll be much more pleasant to crawl under there and see what's up. -Original Message- From: Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thu, 6 Mar 2008 2:03 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1983 300SD Shifting questions Thanks, Jim. That's what I thought, and the throttle linkage setup sounds like the most sensible place to start. I think that this tranny (722.3xx?) also has a control cable for shift timing. Now that spring is on its way, it'll be much more pleasant to crawl under there and see what's up. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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 ___ 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, Toyota problem
In a message dated 3/4/2008 9:00:30 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 1995 pickup, V6. It starts quickly, then dies when the switch returns to the run position. I can even increase RPMs while the starter is engaged. I can remember the old days when while cranking, the coil got 12 volts, then ran with 6 volts. Do these new fangled chines do that? Harry, You are correct, suh! There used to be an extra contact on GM solenoids that put 12 volts directly to the coil for easier starting. Not necessary any more with electronic ignitions. HOWEVER: there is a fuel pump relay that would normally get it's signal from the engine computer management, and if the ECM does not see that the engine is turning over, it shuts off after a 2 second priming period. You could put 12 volts directly to the fuel pump( I think there is a test point on the under hood service jack where you can read fuel pump voltage directly) and see if the engine remains running. I have not done this, but I think you can put power to the fuel pump via the very same test point. A new crank position sensor would be the fix. If it is not the wires--see next paragraph. Seems to me there was a service bulletin on that era Toyota which said that the wiring harness was designed a little snug and that engine motion would cause wire breakage, especially with weak motor mounts. Might it be as soon as the engine catches, it tilts over a little, causing the broken wire to separate? Open the hood and watch for engine movement while starting the car. You might even brace it with a piece of wood. Or if there was one of those cheap anti theft systems installed (dealer rip off) it might be interrupting the engine ignition. I like the first scenario best! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 153 K miles **It's Tax Time! Get tips, forms, and advice on AOL Money Finance. (http://money.aol.com/tax?NCID=aolprf000301) ___ 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] ATF Level Question
Brian, the whole open area in the transmission will physically only hold about 2 1/2 quarts.? since your leak is probably at the torque converter seal, air is getting in where the oil is leaking out.? This lets the torque converter drain down into the trans case, which it normally doesn't accomplish for some time.? The torque converter holds about 2 1/2 quarts so about half of that could find it's way back to the trans case fairly quickly! Given the above scenario is true, you could actually be aggravating (feeding) the leak by filling the trans to the full mark, which doesn't leave enough space??for the oil to drain down.? The level in the trans case would?get high enough that it leaks out the tq seal, even with the engine off!? Is that the case?? Does the oil continue to drip, long after the engine is shut off? I am sorry to answer your question with more questions, but here is one more.? Have you checked the vacuum line to the transmission modulator for signs of oil?? a cracked modulator diaphragm can let trans fluid get sucked into the engine, agravating your fluid loss. Marshall (RIP) has many times said to never fill in the oil to more than halfway between the add and the full lines.? He was mainly talking about engine oil, but I have seen automatic transmissions, filled to the correct hot level, blow oil out the vent on a hard run up a long hill, or more likely, due to aeration of the fluid, caused by something as simple as a loose filter.? We are, after all, dealing? with a well used transmission, and quirky things can happen. I would start by never adding more than 1/2 quart when the dipstick gets down to the add mark.? Lucas makes an additive for automatics which may swell that leaking seal.?? Try to observe the drip rate with fluid at different levels, with the engine off. Finally, never park with the front of the car down hill! Jim in Phoenx -Original Message- From: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thu, 28 Feb 2008 5:46 am Subject: [MBZ] ATF Level Question Just checked the ATF earlier this evening on the 87 190D and found once again that the stick is dry. I assure you this pains me. But I'm learning just how often I have to add fluid to the leaky tranny. Heaven forefend the wife would ever check it. And I pulled the dipstick again a few minutes ago with engine off and cooled down. I found that the fluid level is just a bit above the full line. This all makes sense, but it reminded me of when I was dealing with the seller out in California. He, a plastic surgeon (so not a totally stupid man) was so sure that the trans fluid should be checked with the engine off. And when I showed him that the dipstick was dry with engine running, he said yes, that's how it should be. When you shut it off and check it, the level is right. I proceeded to show him in the manual where it states that the trans fluid should be checked with engine running and trans in park. Question is: If the fluid level is just above the full line (the highest of the two marks on the dipstick) with the engine off and cool, how low is the transmission on fluid? The reason I ask this is that it is very difficult to achieve a clear reading on that dipstick. One side will have something approaching a clear reading, and the other side will have fluid running half way up the stick. I suppose checking the dipstick after adding fluid contributes to this problem, but even when I don't do that, it's still really hard to get a clear reading. Thanks, Brian 87 190D 83 240D ___ 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 ___ 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
