Re: [MBZ] FW: WATERFORD MAN KILLED WHEN CAR FALLS ON HIM (The Day, Sat, 12 Mar 2011, Page C2)
Especially with Mercedes. The darned things are heavy. Randy On 12/03/2011 8:40 AM, toms cat1 wrote: I hate to be that guy, but here it happened again. Item from today's local paper. Stay safe, fellas. Redundant safety systems whenever you are under a car. Tom Waterford — A 21-year-old man was killed Friday afternoon after the car he was working on in a home garage fell on top of him, according to police and emergency responders. The injured person was extricated from under the car by firefighters from the... Sent from my iPad http://theday.newspaperdirect.com/epaper/showlink.aspx?bookmarkid=JV0RQIJQUHW1issue=199520110312001001article=e295a1c6-9afc-44bc-bee9-d053389c46ce ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] FW: WATERFORD MAN KILLED WHEN CAR FALLS ON HIM (The Day, Sat, 12 Mar 2011, Page C2)
Me too. And then I put some chunks of big square timber under it too just in case, so that I have a bit of wiggle room if it all goes bad. Randy On 13/03/2011 7:04 AM, Max Dillon wrote: I had a car fall once, I was not under it; after that scare I do the following. Once I think I've got the car safely on the jackstands, I push and pull on the car hard to make sure it can't shift and fall. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Walt Zarnoch Sent: Saturday, March 12, 2011 11:09 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] FW: WATERFORD MAN KILLED WHEN CAR FALLS ON HIM (The Day, Sat, 12 Mar 2011, Page C2) Tis why I use a 2 post lift with safety stands now. I get queasy even going under the cars at the yards that are up on 4 stands under the frame... Walt On Sat, Mar 12, 2011 at 11:05 PM, Dimitri Seretakis dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: That's awful. That's why I'm so hesitant to get under a jacked up car even when supported by jack stands. Sent from dmy iPhone On Mar 12, 2011, at 9:40 AM, toms cat1tomsc...@hotmail.com wrote: I hate to be that guy, but here it happened again. Item from today's local paper. Stay safe, fellas. Redundant safety systems whenever you are under a car. Tom Waterford — A 21-year-old man was killed Friday afternoon after the car he was working on in a home garage fell on top of him, according to police and emergency responders. The injured person was extricated from under the car by firefighters from the... Sent from my iPad http://theday.newspaperdirect.com/epaper/showlink.aspx?bookmarkid=JV0RQIJQUH W1issue=199520110312001001article=e295a1c6-9afc-44bc-bee9-d053389c 46ce ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I'm feeling sleepy ...
Well, not totally true. Diesel exhaust might kill you but it will take some time. Those particles are not so good for the lungs over the long haul. Randy B Wrong! The base assumption here is that carbon monoxide (CO) from the exhaust is making you sleepy. The car is a 300SD. That means it is a Diesel. Diesel exhaust will not kill you or your canary. Diesel exhaust has negligible CO content. Diesel exhaust WILL NOT make you sleepy. Lack of CO is one of the inherent advantages of Diesel engines. While a hole in the muffler might make annoying noise, it won't hurt you or your family. x Check your assumptions Check your sources Check your ammunition ... which Manfred tells me is due to a 3/4 -1' hole in the muffler of my 1981 300SD. He is helping me with the car, and a muffler [without the holes] is needed. Manfred can weld it in place, so just 5-6 of pipe is needed on the muffler. Anyone got one at a reasonable price that will fit on the 300SD? Update on the computer: matching 2GB chips from Crucial seem to help a bit; any additional memory tests as bad. I still have some delay problems, and turning off some of the functions of the dictation program has also helped. More user friendly at this point, but I think a newer computer will be needed at least by next year. Bill R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I'm feeling sleepy ...
Or, if you want to be bit classier, get one of the early Mustangs with the small inline 6 and a manual transmission. I had a 65 with the 170 cid engine. No hot rod but really good mileage on it too. Wish I still had it (doesn't everyone say that?). Randy On 14/03/2011 11:26 AM, roger...@comcast.net wrote: If I were looking for true mileage, I'd get a 1960 Ford Falcon with the 144 cu in straight 6. My Dad's got 30-32 mpg with 6 people in the car. Or you could get a 4 cyc Renault Daphne. My brother in law had a 1960 that got 40 mpg consistently. Yes, I know these are old cars, but they point out how little we've improved in mpg over the past 50 years. Could big oil and big Detroit have something to do with that? Keep feeling sleepy...maybe we'll get synthetic diesel and a European Ford diesel that gets 65 mpg here in the states. But I'm not holding my breath. Best Wishes, Roger Hale Monroe, Ga. ___ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I'm feeling sleepy ...
On 14/03/2011 9:48 AM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: On Mon, Mar 14, 2011 at 6:47 AM, Mitch Haleym...@voyager.net wrote: A good economy car without the battery might get 30 city and 40 hwy, so I would only pay more for the Hybrid if I were planning on doing a lot of local driving. For my driving, I'd take a good look at a Chevy Cruze before buying a Prius. IMHO the best deal in an economy car right now would be a two- or three-year-old Honda Fit, which with a 5-speed is pretty close to those mileage numbers. Great visibility, fun to drive, pretty smooth ride for such a small car, terrific use of interior space to maximize cargo capacity. The new five-door Ford Fiesta looks to have similar assets, but I'd wait a few years until the bugs are worked out. (Speaking of bugs, both are a bit entomomorphic, as Dimitri has it, if that bothers you---but not as much so as a Prius.) Alex ___ When it comes right down to it, it will be almost impossible to do better than a late model Honda Civic for all round use. Randy who does not have one but thinks about it for commuter car etc. (Mother has one, sister has one, niece and nephew each have them, wife has 4 cylinder Accord.) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fwd: $700 MERCEDES 300 Turbo Diesel 1985 - $700 (Woodstock NY)
Sounds like maybe someone tried to steal it and broke the steering column. Randy On 14/03/2011 4:27 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Great - thanks. Ya think I can drive it back to D.C. absent those few parts? I never heard of either of these housings. *Needs ignition housing and switch also needs indicator housing and switch plus switch for one window and probably a new batt.* On Mon, Mar 14, 2011 at 4:05 PM, Fred Moirfred.s...@verizon.net wrote: 300TD. (Wagon) Running no less. Not mine Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred Original Message Subject:$700 MERCEDES 300 Turbo Diesel 1985 - $700 (Woodstock NY) Date: Mon, 14 Mar 2011 13:03:10 -0700 (PDT) From: fred.s...@yahoo.com To: fred.s...@verizon.net fred.s...@yahoo.com has forwarded you this craigslist.org posting. Please see below for more information. Visit the posting at http://catskills.craigslist.org/cto/2261999381.htmlto contact the person who posted this. $700 MERCEDES 300 Turbo Diesel 1985 Date: 2011-03-12, 4:06PM This car is in working condithion. Interior is in good condition. 200k mi. Was running, has been parked for one year. Great car for restoration or parts. These cars are built like tanks and can run forever also convertible to bio diesel. working manual sunroof, windows work, lights all intact and working, roofrack. Needs ignition housing and switch also needs indicator housing and switch plus switch for one window and probably a new batt. spare tire included. $ 700 or best offer. the money is for a good cause. * Location: Woodstock NY * it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests Original URL: http://catskills.craigslist.org/cto/2261999381.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/U2FsdGVkX18xODgyODE4ONhj0CIJ1yStVZXKgPJodXoGRtFlxmfr-n08Zw4RqPtXui4dwbnUsIZu8h50cUwFDw ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] compression testing
The thread on the tick suggested compression testing and that got me to wondering about doing one. Anyone have good advice on testing an old 300D 115 normally aspirated engine? Am I correct that one must remove the injectors and use those holes for the tester? What happens with the diesel fuel that should then be shooting out all over at high pressure when one is testing? How does one stop that? I bought a compression tester a couple of years back but it is sitting in the tool box and has yet to be used. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] compression testing
Thanks guys. Good to know. Anything else you can think of that I need to know? I think I bought the spacers, shields, whatever they are called that one puts in behind the injectors so would replace them too I guess. Any likelyhood that I will have trouble getting the injectors out? I seem to recall people talking about carbon etc. Or am I confusing that with the glowplugs? When does one use the reamer doodad? Does my engine have the removable pre-combustion chambers or whatevers behind the injectors (sorry but I am not sure that is what they are called). Do I recall someone talking about slidehammers to remove? Why would one remove them?? Lots of questions and very little knowledge except for what I hear on here as this is my one and only diesel and I do not have any local friends who have done this sort of thing. Randy On 04/03/2011 12:11 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: Max Dillon wrote: Randy, Very little diesel fuel will dribble out of the injector lines when cranking the engine with the fuel rack at the idle position. The injector is required at the end of that fuel line to build the pressure up for a quick high pressure spray. And if you put a mityvac on the shutoff solenoid or hold down the stop lever, there should be no fuel dripping. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT computer problem
I use a service that lets me into government databases for land titles etc. Unfortunaetly it is a bit of a dinosaur I guess. I let Java update itself to jre6u24 and that caused problems. The applet won't load. The help desk tells me, just uninstall that and revert to the previous version which is jre6u23 and all should be well. Did that but it still does not work. Neither Explorer nor Firefox seems able to see Java. Anyone have ideas? We have uninstalled and reinstalled various versions of Java and nothing seems to change the fact that it does not show up in the browers. I spent about 3 hours on the phone with a fellow on the help desk at IBM yesterday without success. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] wax?
Not very do-able in Winnipeg these days. Minus 30 this morning. Even automatic car washes give up and close when it gets too cold. I ran my truck through on Wednesday as it was only minus 15 or so and it would sit in the sun long enough to dry out and not freeze solid. That is the best time to wash in winter as it then stays clean for a bit until the weather again warms up enough to make the roads messy. Randy On 23/02/2011 8:49 PM, Walt Zarnoch wrote: What's an automatic car wash? Do they automate the people running the hose?? Hehe. I'll take a bucket and car soap any day. Cheaper, cleaner, and no nasty crap left over. The one time I remember going through one of those touchless washes, it sprayed the entire car with this red,green,blue glop crap after the wash, let it sit for half a minute, sprayed it off, then air-knifed everything dry. Windows were streaky for a while... Walt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OM617 oil filter relocation plates for sale.
I shall have to open the hood and have a look. I wonder if there is anything else in the way? Randy On 22/02/2011 8:58 PM, Dieselhead wrote: that'd work. Actually, I happen to have a 616 from a W115 240D. If there is enough interest, I could remove the filter housing and make a plate. Wouldn't be that different from what I've already done. If I made one and you were to get one of each type, you could put a W123 61X filter stand on a W115 616, and never have to deal with the arm-bath again. Walt On Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 7:43 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Ja,but.. the OM61x engines used in the 115 have a different mount to the block. Walt is working on 616 plates for a 123 engine. Could such a plate be used to relocate the oil filter on a W115 to keep oil from running down your arm when removing the filter for oil changes? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OM617 oil filter relocation plates for sale.
Anyone out there happen to have a spare filter housing setup from the 123 that they would care to part with for a reasonable sum? My car is the 115 300D rather than the 240D if that makes any difference to the housing. Randy On 22/02/2011 8:58 PM, Dieselhead wrote: that'd work. Actually, I happen to have a 616 from a W115 240D. If there is enough interest, I could remove the filter housing and make a plate. Wouldn't be that different from what I've already done. If I made one and you were to get one of each type, you could put a W123 61X filter stand on a W115 616, and never have to deal with the arm-bath again. Walt On Tue, Feb 22, 2011 at 7:43 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Ja,but.. the OM61x engines used in the 115 have a different mount to the block. Walt is working on 616 plates for a 123 engine. Could such a plate be used to relocate the oil filter on a W115 to keep oil from running down your arm when removing the filter for oil changes? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] waxed glass
That happens when one goes through the automatic car washes. The wax is sprayed everywhere. Randy On 22/02/2011 9:37 PM, relng...@aol.com wrote: OK List Folk, is there someone here who does advocate waxing car windows?.. OK. There is nothing wrong with waxing all the glass except the windshield which would be foolish. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OM617 oil filter relocation plates for sale.
OK, I'm lost in space. What exactly is being offered? If I read it right, you are making a plate that attaches to the engine in lieu of the original mount for the oil filter. I assume one would then run some form of aftermarket oil filter relocation setup to move the filter onto the inner fender. The purpose being to provide more space near the engine and perhaps to make it easier to change the oil and use a more conventional screw on filter. Did I get it right? If so, what are you recommending for the relocation kit and what filter would you run? Randy On 19/02/2011 6:20 PM, Walt Zarnoch wrote: Hello all, As mentioned in another listmail, I'm tooling up to do a run of filter relocation plates for the OM617, for those that either want to move the stock housing or switch to a different housing/filter combination. The idea started over on the SuperTurboDiesel.com forums, in reply to my services advertisement, and there's a thread with more info and a few photo's of the prototype at the following link. http://www.superturbodiesel.com/std/fs-custom-billet-oil-filter-relocation-plates-t-2281.html The short run-down is, they'll be 1/2 thick and contoured to fit, all mounting holes drilled, and with your choice of hole size and treatment for the inlet, outlet, and optionally bypass line or turbo/gauge feed ports. Price is $25 per-plate with 5.50 flat-rate shipping. Let me know if you're interested, would like more information, or if you have any other part ideas. Off or on list, doesn't matter to me. Thanks for your time and inbox space, Walt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OM617 oil filter relocation plates for sale.
Bingo! My thoughts exactly. It is so difficult to get the stupid can back on. I think it was designed to be easy with the car on a hoist at the MB shop but it is awful to do on the ground. I am thnking spin on filter like on North American cars. What think you all of the appropriate filter? I know the adapters are available from various people like Jegs and Summit. I was more concerned with what filter would be appropriate for an old diesel. Do I need to worry about oil pressure or the viscosity issues? Do I need a filter such as would be used on a diesel pickup truck etc? Bearing in mind of course, the amount of available space under the hood. Randy On 22/02/2011 6:16 PM, Kevin Kraly wrote: Could such a plate be used to relocate the oil filter on a W115 to keep oil from running down your arm when removing the filter for oil changes? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Outsourcing
Ah, ye of little faith! Don't you want to save $$$? Randy On 10/02/2011 6:44 PM, Robert Bigham wrote: I'll bet they also have the inside track to get you the $Eleventy Zillion that were left in the bank in someone's name similar to yours. Will only cost you maybe $45K in fees/bribes to get it released to them for your benefit. Honestly, how can we view these kind of things as other than scams? Ed 11. OT - outsourcing (R A Bennell) -- Message: 11 Date: Thu, 10 Feb 2011 15:28:41 -0600 From: R A Bennellb...@mts.net To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] OT - outsourcing Yesterday afternoon I received an email message from someone in Lahore, Pakistan offering to do work for my law office: Typing ? Transcription ? Editing ? Formatting ? Diagrams ? Working on Incorporation Documents and Annual Return files ? Drafting Agreements ? Forms as per requirement ? Time Sheet Management ? Drafting PDF into MS Word, MS Excel or other Applications ? Data Entry (QBook, Simply Accounting, etc...) Cheaply and securely. The computer age is a bit scary. Pretty soon, they will be offering to haul my old car over there for a tuneup and then ship it back, cheaper than the fellow down the block can do it. Randy -- _ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - outsourcing
On 11/02/2011 11:02 AM, Max Dillon wrote: Outsourcing can be a good thing! What if you could gain a time advantage and subsequently win in court (or whatever the market/arena is)? You give your legal team new info at 5:00 p.m. Your lawyer sends it to Australia, where the day is just beginning. They work their normal 8 hour day (which is when you are sleeping, as well as your competition), send it back, so you have a new legal document when you get up at 6 a.m. You approve it, your lawyer presents your side to the Judge at 10:00 a.m., the other side is still trying to get their brief together. Judge gets impatient, other side feels the pressure and screws up, and you win the case. Which side do YOU want to be on? -Max OR Your American lawyer sends it to Australia, where, in an effort to make a quick buck, the Australians send it to China, where some grandmother working in a hut with a dirt floor for $1 per week, works on it with her imperfect English and then sends it back via Australia. Your lawyer back in the States gets it but does not take the time to have a look at it as he is tired from working hard trying to keep up with the neighbors. He swaggers in to Court and hands it to the Judge, who has a look at it and says what kind of garbage is this? I cannot believe that a person with a law degree could be this incompetent. and throws your case out. Both you and your lawyer end up working shifts at WalMart as greeters. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - outsourcing
Hey, for $50+ per hour, I'm in your corner. Randy On 11/02/2011 12:23 PM, E M wrote: My money would be on your discription, probably being closer to how such an outsourcing model would work in the real world. If a lawyer making $500+ per hour can't get his act together and arrive in court prepared, this isn't a lawyer you want in your corner, regardless if he runs to some dude in Australia or China for help. If your lawyer is outsourcing stuff the day before you're due in court, sorry friend, you're probably going down. hee hee Ed 300E On 11 February 2011 12:36, R A Bennellb...@mts.net wrote: On 11/02/2011 11:02 AM, Max Dillon wrote: Outsourcing can be a good thing! What if you could gain a time advantage and subsequently win in court (or whatever the market/arena is)? You give your legal team new info at 5:00 p.m. Your lawyer sends it to Australia, where the day is just beginning. They work their normal 8 hour day (which is when you are sleeping, as well as your competition), send it back, so you have a new legal document when you get up at 6 a.m. You approve it, your lawyer presents your side to the Judge at 10:00 a.m., the other side is still trying to get their brief together. Judge gets impatient, other side feels the pressure and screws up, and you win the case. Which side do YOU want to be on? -Max OR Your American lawyer sends it to Australia, where, in an effort to make a quick buck, the Australians send it to China, where some grandmother working in a hut with a dirt floor for $1 per week, works on it with her imperfect English and then sends it back via Australia. Your lawyer back in the States gets it but does not take the time to have a look at it as he is tired from working hard trying to keep up with the neighbors. He swaggers in to Court and hands it to the Judge, who has a look at it and says what kind of garbage is this? I cannot believe that a person with a law degree could be this incompetent. and throws your case out. Both you and your lawyer end up working shifts at WalMart as greeters. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 84 300D crazy heat
How is the coolant level? That sounds to me like you either have insufficient coolant or an incorrect mixture of coolant and water. Randy On 09/02/2011 10:29 PM, Mike Esh wrote: Perfect heat as I drive around town but when I get on the highway it drops down to less than 40 degrees. As soon as i slow down it bounces back to normal. I checked the heater control valve and found no rips or tears in the seal or diaphragm. I replaced the water pump and thermostat with no change. When I unplug the heater control valve I get full heat all the time. Any ideas? Would a bad fan clutch have any bearing on this problem. Thanks, Mike ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT - outsourcing
Yesterday afternoon I received an email message from someone in Lahore, Pakistan offering to do work for my law office: Typing · Transcription · Editing · Formatting · Diagrams · Working on Incorporation Documents and Annual Return files · Drafting Agreements · Forms as per requirement · Time Sheet Management · Drafting PDF into MS Word, MS Excel or other Applications · Data Entry (QBook, Simply Accounting, etc...) Cheaply and securely. The computer age is a bit scary. Pretty soon, they will be offering to haul my old car over there for a tuneup and then ship it back, cheaper than the fellow down the block can do it. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - outsourcing
Probably data entry. Punch cards and feed, then print out and return. I knew someone who did that sort of thing here. They did not do the punch cards to my knowledge. They had a computer and places like accounting firms would create the punch cards and deliver them to my fellow who would run them through the computer and print the data out over night and have the printouts delivered the next day. He made good money. When the lease on the computer ended, he asked IBM what they wished to do with the machine. They asked him to haul it out to the dumpster. He said that hurt as he had paid them about a million dollars on the lease. Randy On 10/02/2011 5:48 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: I used to work for an Indian guy from England, his family made a nice little fortune flying documents to India and getting them scanned or dealt with somehow, maybe data entry or something, then flying it all back a coupla days later. This was back in the 70s/80s and I guess it was fairly innovative. --R On 2/10/2011 4:28 PM, R A Bennell wrote: Yesterday afternoon I received an email message from someone in Lahore, Pakistan offering to do work for my law office: Typing · Transcription · Editing · Formatting · Diagrams · Working on Incorporation Documents and Annual Return files · Drafting Agreements · Forms as per requirement · Time Sheet Management · Drafting PDF into MS Word, MS Excel or other Applications · Data Entry (QBook, Simply Accounting, etc...) Cheaply and securely. The computer age is a bit scary. Pretty soon, they will be offering to haul my old car over there for a tuneup and then ship it back, cheaper than the fellow down the block can do it. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Snook Car!
What you SHOULD have done, is to keep the Ford as a back up vehicle. Big enough and old enough to be used somewhat informally to haul whatever. Useful when you need a vehicle while you repair one of the daily drivers or while you look for your next car after having sold your current one (which we KNOW you will do). AND of course, great on those miserable winter days when it snows or rains or whatever since it is big, sits high and has 4 wheel drive. PLUS, worth very little and not likely to depreciate a whole lot more unless it really rusts or has some major catastrophic failure. Randy n 09/02/2011 11:04 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: yea, you probably did OK. On 2/8/2011 9:12 AM, Donald Snook wrote: Kaleb wrote: You traded in the Exploder? If so, you could have got way more selling it on your own. It was an Expedition (big sucker). I don't think we could have done better, actually. It had 150,000 miles and the ABS light was on. Plus, we got them way down on the Charger and my wife was a master negotiator on the trade. We originally looked at a 2008 Charger. They wanted $16,900 (which is way too much). We got them down to $15,000 and they offered $2500 for the Expedition. I had a dealer friend of mine check the manheim auctions and the Expedition was going for $3000. We couldn't make a deal on the 08 Charger for the $250 payment my wife wanted. So, we called another dealer right from the showroom and found a 2010 for $16,900. They started falling all over themselves to make a deal. Finally they showed us the car we bought. They had it priced at $17,900. Edmunds prices it at $19,000. I think that's a little high. NADA shows $17,900. Kelly Bluebook $19,300. Also, it was a certified used. That doesn't do anything for me immeadiately because its still under factory warranty. But, it increases the powertrain warranty. Anyway, they told us they would sell it for $15,900 and give us $3000 for our Expedition. We said no. My wife was awesome. She kept saying, the payment has to be $250 a month and we won't go longer on the loan. They got it to within $8 and she still said no. We were there for almost 5 hours. Finally, they ended up selling their car for $15,900 and giving us $4400 for the expedition. I had a potential buyer for my car for $5000. But, I don't think I could have got them down their car if I didn't have a trade. Either way, we feel like we got a great deal. And most importantly, my wife is happy. When she is happy, that means she won't be so eagle-eyed about my cars. So, in other words, she has a nice car and now I can get back to my car buying/selling fun. Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Awww spit...
Free or real cheap. Borrow wife's blow dryer or get your own at a garage sale. Won't get hot enough to scorch the paint on the door either. Or, get a squeeze bottle of methyl hydrate and squirt into the lock. Randy who used to have a locking gas cap on a Suburban that would freeze at inopportune times like when the tank was about empty. On 09/02/2011 11:17 AM, Max Dillon wrote: Harbor Freight + 20% off coupon 1500 watt heat-gun (assumes extension cord and outlet within reach of car). -Max From: Curt Raymondcurtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Dwight Gilesdegco...@cox.net Sent: Wed, February 9, 2011 10:43:31 AM Subject: [MBZ] Awww spit... I've got to fly to Orlando in a couple hours so I figured I ought to make sure the driver's door lock on my '78 240D would work. We had some rain the other day and the thing has had a tendency to freeze anyway plus its been real cold. Went out and shot some lock stuff into the lock and then tried it, totally frozen, can't even get the key all the way in. The little door on this lock doesn't close, guess I should fix that... So I go get my torch out of the garage.Guess what, a torch thats sat in the 0F garage overnight won't light at all... So its inside warming up and I guess I'll put a butane lighter in the trunk (trunk lock works perfectly of course) so when the lock inevitable freezes up on my return I'll be ready. The butane lighter is easier to warm up under my coat than the propane torch is... -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Snook Car!
On 09/02/2011 4:13 PM, Kevin Kraly wrote: My sister has a '05 Magnum, and it's a good runner. It burns a qt of oil every 2Kmi or so, and has done it since new. Hopefully, yours doesn't. Of course, they've most likely fixed that with the updates if it had anything to do with the design. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon So, I have to wonder if it is like the MB and only uses the oil if you fill it to the full mark? Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Is there anybody here on the Ritter list?
It was I who brought the matter up over there. They seem to take pride in being dinosaurs. Randy On 07/02/2011 5:42 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: There has been much discussion lately over there about posting photos to their list. Its such a big deal according to the list admins there. If somebody is not that list you should point out that the okiebenz.com list allows photos, its a regular thing. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Is there anybody here on the Ritter list?
What really amazes me is that they appear to be proud of the fact that they have deliberately chosen to not move ahead. I suppose it may be a bit like choosing to drive a mid 70's MB diesel - eccentric to say the least. BUT as I suggested to them, photos really help to explain things in so many cases and people are often unwilling to go through the process of putting the photo on a hosting site so that they can send a link. I much prefer the way it works on here. Randy On 08/02/2011 3:54 PM, Dieselhead wrote: a bit absurd these days. Jaime -currently using 3249mb of 7549mb gmail gives me for free Uh, we are talking about the Ritterlist, so absurd is the normal description of the admin detail over there. Why would/should anyone expect anything less from them? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Snook Car!
It is amazing how possessive a woman can get of a car. My wife has a Honda Accord. I have rarely ever driven it and she gives me a hard time if I ever ask to drive it. Randy On 07/02/2011 2:11 PM, Donald Snook wrote: Mao wrote: I think Snook loves it too. Fat chance you gonna get any seat time in that baby... Good luck... I do love it and you are right. It will definitely be her car. I have only driven it for a few miles on test drive! Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Rant - Reading
If y'all want to read a good book, look for Matterhorn. Cannot recall the name of the author but can get that too if anyone needs it. A novel about the Viet Nam war and a group of Marines. Very good. I just finished it. My elder son wants to read it next. I recommended it to my younger son and his response was a somewhat sheepish look and an aw, you know I don't read books. Very sad for me as I think some of the best things in life are books. My elder son is a bit of an academic I suppose. He has a Masters Degree in Architecture and is currently an intern with an architectural firm. The younger one is a final level auto mechanic apprentice and as such much more of a hands on person. We do need both in this world but I find it hard to believe that he does not enjoy reading as most of the folks in our family are avid readers. Randy who thinks perhaps his grade school education has failed my younger son in some manner. On 04/02/2011 8:23 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: Whatever happened to kids learning to read and then choosing to read a dictionary or an encyclopedia? Happens that this is my son's favorite activity! Loves history books, maps, etc. But he does go to a small private school. it's considered democratic to make sure that no student gains an unfair advantage by knowing more than the dumbest kid can absorb. Catchphrases like 'no child left behind' are thrown around, but the actual system seems more like 'no child gets ahead'. The _Marching_Morons_, anyone? -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Custom upper oil pan
So, is this a transplant of some sort? Randy On 01/02/2011 5:44 PM, Walt Zarnoch wrote: Nope, it's primary purpose is to allow starter, sway bar and front frame member clearance. Walt On Tue, Feb 1, 2011 at 6:09 PM, R A Bennellb...@mts.net wrote: So, is this a pan with an extra piece to cover the hole in the block where the rod came out? Randy On 01/02/2011 4:10 PM, Mountain Man wrote: Walt wrote: Right now, I'm finishing up machining a custom upper oil pan for the 617... Very nice - put up pictures here for us to see before it is buttoned up and after - just for grins. Do you use Inventor at work? What field of work? mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Custom upper oil pan
Yes, I assume so too. I had a quick look at the photo link in one of the other postings and note the reference to V6 truck. I had a 68 Chevy C10 for a long time and often wondered if a 5 cyl MB diesel would have had sufficient power to make it usable. It came factory with the 292 inline 6 and a powerglide so was a bit of a pig on fuel. Sold it a couple of years ago so no longer a consideration really. Randy On 02/02/2011 9:42 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: R A Bennell wrote: So, is this a transplant of some sort? I think it's his Mitsubishi/Dodge/Mercedes 300D-P mini pickup. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 300td injector rebuild
Shouldn't be too hard to set up a propane injector into the intake manifold along with an ignitor. Start the fire under the hood - sort of a flame thrower effect - probably would not even need the glow plugs. Suspect your insurance might not be good if you burn it to the ground and the company finds out. Probably work better with diesel than gasoline. Randy On 01/02/2011 4:15 PM, Mountain Man wrote: There was a story here years ago about starting a diesel engine in the cold. It was a russian or east europe guy that would crumple up a piece of newspaper and shove it down the intake and light it and the engine would come to life. Not unlike the heat gun system - that I like. Who will design that system for W123? mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Custom upper oil pan
So, is this a pan with an extra piece to cover the hole in the block where the rod came out? Randy On 01/02/2011 4:10 PM, Mountain Man wrote: Walt wrote: Right now, I'm finishing up machining a custom upper oil pan for the 617... Very nice - put up pictures here for us to see before it is buttoned up and after - just for grins. Do you use Inventor at work? What field of work? mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 300td engine ??? Snowfall
15 cm between breakfast and lunch yesterday morning - so about 6 inches. I know it was ankle deep on the parking lot and I spent some time behind the snowblower last evening. Running out of places to put it. Randy On 28/01/2011 10:50 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Randy, you measure snow in centimeters so it always sounds worse than it really is. ;) On Fri, Jan 28, 2011 at 4:46 PM, R A Bennellb...@mts.net wrote: We must be close behind on this today. We got dumped on this morning. Of course, you can count on it melting sooner than we can. Randy in Winterpeg On 28/01/2011 3:21 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: A truly amazing fact is that the official 5.2 snowfall total for Washington DC (measured at DCA) was so moisture-laden that it was equivalent to 1.5 of rain. Normally, 1 of rain = 10 of snow. This was a record for precipitation for January 26! On Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 5:24 PM, Walt Zarnochzarnoch...@gmail.com wrote: NYC area is mostly underground service iirc, very little above ground wiring. Walt On Jan 27, 2011 4:36 PM, andrew strasfogelastrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Yesterday for once the forecasters were spot-on. Unfortunately so! The snow came barrelling in at 5 PM on the dot, following an hour of freezing rain and sleet. Although the temperatures were above freezing (33.8 deg.) the wet snow fell with such impact that it immediately began to stick on all surfaces. Tree branches already glazed with ice broke under the heavy wet snow, causing our power to fail permanently at 7:30 PM. Worst of all was the timing: middle of a non-holiday week at precisely the start of the rush hour! Folks were stranded for 12 hours (*sic*) i ntheir cars on the George Washington Parkway. Bus service ended early, and some were stuck in traffic for seeral hours. Most roadds and highways in the DC Metro area were virtual parking lots through the evening rush and beyond. In all my 35 years here I have never sen anything like it. 400K people w/o power and slow repairs anticipated. The 70 year old red maple in our back yard lost a huge limb, which crashed to earth a few inches from our back door (phew!). In my neighborhood (.5 miles from Maryland) we received only 5, although further to the west totals were around a foot. I envy NYC in a way. 19 of snow fell in Central Park but it must have been the fluffier variety because not that many people lost power. Andrew 1985 300TD under a blanket of ice and snow 1983 300TD cozy and snow free in the garage ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 300td engine ??? Snowfall
Never suggested you were not a believer - just provided some detail. Randy On 29/01/2011 12:57 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Ok Randy, now i am a believer! On Sat, Jan 29, 2011 at 1:08 PM, R A Bennellb...@mts.net wrote: 15 cm between breakfast and lunch yesterday morning - so about 6 inches. I know it was ankle deep on the parking lot and I spent some time behind the snowblower last evening. Running out of places to put it. Randy On 28/01/2011 10:50 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Randy, you measure snow in centimeters so it always sounds worse than it really is. ;) On Fri, Jan 28, 2011 at 4:46 PM, R A Bennellb...@mts.net wrote: We must be close behind on this today. We got dumped on this morning. Of course, you can count on it melting sooner than we can. Randy in Winterpeg On 28/01/2011 3:21 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: A truly amazing fact is that the official 5.2 snowfall total for Washington DC (measured at DCA) was so moisture-laden that it was equivalent to 1.5 of rain. Normally, 1 of rain = 10 of snow. This was a record for precipitation for January 26! On Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 5:24 PM, Walt Zarnochzarnoch...@gmail.com wrote: NYC area is mostly underground service iirc, very little above ground wiring. Walt On Jan 27, 2011 4:36 PM, andrew strasfogelastrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Yesterday for once the forecasters were spot-on. Unfortunately so! The snow came barrelling in at 5 PM on the dot, following an hour of freezing rain and sleet. Although the temperatures were above freezing (33.8 deg.) the wet snow fell with such impact that it immediately began to stick on all surfaces. Tree branches already glazed with ice broke under the heavy wet snow, causing our power to fail permanently at 7:30 PM. Worst of all was the timing: middle of a non-holiday week at precisely the start of the rush hour! Folks were stranded for 12 hours (*sic*) i ntheir cars on the George Washington Parkway. Bus service ended early, and some were stuck in traffic for seeral hours. Most roadds and highways in the DC Metro area were virtual parking lots through the evening rush and beyond. In all my 35 years here I have never sen anything like it. 400K people w/o power and slow repairs anticipated. The 70 year old red maple in our back yard lost a huge limb, which crashed to earth a few inches from our back door (phew!). In my neighborhood (.5 miles from Maryland) we received only 5, although further to the west totals were around a foot. I envy NYC in a way. 19 of snow fell in Central Park but it must have been the fluffier variety because not that many people lost power. Andrew 1985 300TD under a blanket of ice and snow 1983 300TD cozy and snow free in the garage ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] getting it backwards again
I guess I need to read more of the postings. I miss all the drama. When I read something like this, I have to go back and figure out what happened. Randy On 28/01/2011 3:17 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: I thought it was spelled Woger. Now I am confused (again). On Fri, Jan 28, 2011 at 4:15 PM, E Mpokieba...@gmail.com wrote: This is a great group, and a group I look forward to checking in on several times a day. I like the idea that the group consisted of all different personality types. I think everyone brings something to the table, and I get a kick out of reading it all. I enjoy Roger and his contribution on newer cars and his background which is more engineer based, right through to the guys who keep their old bangers on the road with the use of duct tape and rubberbands. I think it's all great, and as different as we all are, what makes it great, is we're all Benz guys. :-) Ed 300E On 28 January 2011 13:56, Rick Knoblerickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: To: mercedes@okiebenz.com From: buymbpa...@gmail.com Good idea. Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless handheld -Original Message- From: Craigdiese...@pisquared.net How about we call a truce on all this Dump on Roger stuff? I've had enough. Craig Agreed. Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 300td engine ??? Snowfall
We must be close behind on this today. We got dumped on this morning. Of course, you can count on it melting sooner than we can. Randy in Winterpeg On 28/01/2011 3:21 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: A truly amazing fact is that the official 5.2 snowfall total for Washington DC (measured at DCA) was so moisture-laden that it was equivalent to 1.5 of rain. Normally, 1 of rain = 10 of snow. This was a record for precipitation for January 26! On Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 5:24 PM, Walt Zarnochzarnoch...@gmail.com wrote: NYC area is mostly underground service iirc, very little above ground wiring. Walt On Jan 27, 2011 4:36 PM, andrew strasfogelastrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Yesterday for once the forecasters were spot-on. Unfortunately so! The snow came barrelling in at 5 PM on the dot, following an hour of freezing rain and sleet. Although the temperatures were above freezing (33.8 deg.) the wet snow fell with such impact that it immediately began to stick on all surfaces. Tree branches already glazed with ice broke under the heavy wet snow, causing our power to fail permanently at 7:30 PM. Worst of all was the timing: middle of a non-holiday week at precisely the start of the rush hour! Folks were stranded for 12 hours (*sic*) i ntheir cars on the George Washington Parkway. Bus service ended early, and some were stuck in traffic for seeral hours. Most roadds and highways in the DC Metro area were virtual parking lots through the evening rush and beyond. In all my 35 years here I have never sen anything like it. 400K people w/o power and slow repairs anticipated. The 70 year old red maple in our back yard lost a huge limb, which crashed to earth a few inches from our back door (phew!). In my neighborhood (.5 miles from Maryland) we received only 5, although further to the west totals were around a foot. I envy NYC in a way. 19 of snow fell in Central Park but it must have been the fluffier variety because not that many people lost power. Andrew 1985 300TD under a blanket of ice and snow 1983 300TD cozy and snow free in the garage On Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 10:02 AM, Dieselhead126die...@gmail.com wrote: I didn't think they even bothered with real money. They just say the magic words and more money is available to spend. And the best part is, DC residents get to visit the Mint if they are short of cash.. On Tue, Jan 25, 2011 at 7:15 PM, Dieselhead126die...@gmail.com wrote: Ja,but... Andrew lives in DC, the land of flowing taxpayer money. That is just a few lattes out there. That is what Andrew wanted I believe, but one kilobuck is a mite pricey, no? --R On 1/24/2011 10:34 PM, Rick Hawkins Java wrote: it that's what it is not mine, etc http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/pts/2149208652.html Mercedes 300 TD Engine only - $1000 (Ripley,WV) Date: 2011-01-07, 6:45PM EST Reply to: sale-eeb9m-2149208...@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] I have a 1985 300TD Engine. It is in great shape , you can hear it run. Location: Ripley,WV thanks, xx rick Rick Hawkins www.javaphoto.com www.javacycles.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change
Re: [MBZ] Anyone want a butchered 300D
No one said it was likely to be profitable. Unlikely to increase the value by doing something like that but you might keep it usable. Need to be able to DIY. Randy On 21/01/2011 7:55 PM, Allan Streib wrote: Mitch Haleym...@voyager.net writes: Rolf wrote: I dont understand why people choose to do these swaps. Put a benz engine in American car, sure. Everyone wants reliability. Stick a SBC in a benz? Why? Because a SBC is easier to find than a MBZ engine, and costs less? The engine costs less but then you have to fabricate or rig parts for the swap. This guy claimed he had $7,000 invested in the swap... and was asking $2K for the car. Allan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] O.T. You know what is really stupid?
On first thought, one thinks that more advertising is good and that they might well benefit from the electronics stores advertising buy a big TV before the Super Bowl etc but then if one thinks about it, maybe there are things they do not wish to endorse, like, drugs, porn, prostitution etc so it becomes easier to refuse to let anyone use the name than it does to police the ones that they do not want to have associated with them. Randy On 24/01/2011 5:20 PM, Peter Frederick wrote: It is trademarked, just like Sweet Sixteen is in reference to college playoffs, and is vigorously (jealously) guarded. A gross mis-use of trademark in my view, but I've discovered I don't count for much these days Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Anyone want a butchered 300D
I can understand it. SBC are very common and there are lots of good aftermarket parts to make power. Once the hood is closed, no one really knows what is under there unless you tell them. So, if you like the car but need an engine, I can see swapping to a SBC. There were kits available to put them in Jags - that was probably an improvement in most cases. If you are driving what amounts to a beater Benz, why not add some power? Esp late model Vortec engines - pretty reliable etc. Randy On 21/01/2011 9:16 AM, Rolf wrote: I dont understand why people choose to do these swaps. Put a benz engine in American car, sure. Everyone wants reliability. Stick a SBC in a benz? Why? -Rolf On 01/20/2011 08:55 PM, Allan Streib wrote: http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/2140790244.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Anyone want a butchered 300D
I recall a mag article where I believe they installed the 455 cid engine and drive out of a Olds Toronado into a 911. They put together some old suitcases and cut out the back side of them to act as a cover for the engine so you could see the suitcases in the back part of the car behind the seats. Randy On 21/01/2011 3:04 PM, E M wrote: I've seen a couple of those in mags too. Not sure just what work it involved, but having owned a Chev 350, and a 911, it looks like more than a bolt in to me. The pics I've seem make it more into a mid engine car, and the rear seats are sacrificed to make room for the engine. I've also heard of guys dropping in a Subaru engine. Ed 300E On 21 January 2011 15:24, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.netwrote: I saw at a car show in Houston a guy who had fabbed up a kit to put a 350 in a 911, it fit in quite nicely. The guy said it made sense if you had a car with a blown engine (which you could find cheap), and wanted to make insane power out of the 350. --R On 1/21/2011 2:36 PM, E M wrote: A friend was thinking of shoving a Chebby engine into an old Porsche 928. Certainly lower the running costs. Ed 300E ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] fines for use of cell phone without hands free device?? One law for them and..........
The bottom line is that they know most of us can do it too but there are enough jerks and incompetents out there to make it unsafe for all of us to do so and rather than ticket the ones who are not good at it, they choose to prevent all of us from doing so. I guess it is sort of like racial profiling. Got to search everyone at the airport too even though very few white grannies blow up planes. Randy On 18/01/2011 7:53 PM, Hendrik Fay wrote: So why can cops (et al) manage to drive and talk on the phone while the rest of us are classed as homicidal maniacs if we blah blah on the mobile? I know some may say they have advanced driver training but there is no law I am aware of that gives you an exemption if you have completed an advanced driver course. My money is on revenue raising, make everything illegal and it's easy to fill the coffers with the cash. Hendrik who has a CDL and quite a few miles under the wheels but is not allowed to talk on the phone and drive but can eat a sandwich, drink coffee and have a ciggy ernest breakfield wrote: the same exemption for cops (and some Emergency Services workers) to use cell phones while driving exists in at least some US states as well. the premise is that there is some information they'd rather not share on airwaves where people can listen in as easily (even though it's not as simple to listen in on many agencies with a scanner these days with all their trunking systems,...). cheers! e ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Australian floods
And, based upon what I read in the paper here this morning, it may be far from over. The normal wet period lasts until March so there are likely more storms coming. Randy On 13/01/2011 8:28 PM, Hendrik Fay wrote: Walt, Along with other countries the American government have offered to help in any way they can. The people of Queensland will be grateful for any help they can get - last reports were that the 70 cities towns have been affected, there have been 15 deaths, 61 people are still unaccounted for 8,500 people are isolated in remote towns due to the flood waters. Damage bill so far is $11billion rising. 75% of Queensland has been affected by these floods we will feel the effects of this across Oz for some time. Mines have been flooded food prices - which are high already - will escalate as a result of all the crops livestock that have been wiped out. Towns in Northern New South Wales are now being affected as the water flows down from Queensland. Hendrik I will donate what we can to help the state we are far better off than the people of Haiti, but this would have to be the worst natural disaster to ever hit this country. Fay ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Australian floods
Article in the newspaper here this morning also says the folks from this area of Australia are often considered somewhat rustic so will likely be tougher and better able to cope with this mess than some might be. Randy On 13/01/2011 9:53 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: I saw this clip on the news last night, a guy, his wife, and their child in a shelter. I was sorta amazed in that they looked like a typical merkin goober couple these days, she quite hefty, he somewhat skinny like a heavy smoker or meth head (or both). The woman did all the speaking, the guy just sat there making this grunting sort of acknowledgment sound every couple of seconds. Had it not been for the Aussie accent I would have sworn they were backwoods redneck crackas. I felt bad for them though, as everything they had was gone, they barely escaped with what clothes they had on. --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] fines for use of cell phone without hands free device??
So, to start with, I know, I am a lawyer so why am I asking you folks?? I don't know and am wondered if any of you might know is the basic answer. Anyone actually look at the laws, regulations, whatever, that impose the fines for use of cell phones in your jurisdiction? The reason I ask is that my cell phone has a camera in it and I sometimes use it to take photos while driving if I see something interesting. It occurred to me recently, that this is probably no longer acceptable. If an officer sees me with the phone in hand, I am going to get the ticket and I doubt he has to prove I was actually phoning someone. The phone company should be able to provide evidence that I was not on a call at that time but that might not be sufficient to get one off - and one would have to waste the time going to fight the ticket which would cost more than the ticket. Then the question arises - is using a digital camera instead any better? I am guessing that the law says one is not to use electronic devices rather than cell phones. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] fines for use of cell phone without hands free device??
Well, my car is in the garage for the duration of the cold weather so not much to do on it for a bit. I did buy a new set of H4 headlights for it and will install them come spring. May even go the route of relays and higher wattage bulbs if the H4's that I have are not a significant improvement. I have other issues too like seats that are disintegrating but again, that may have to wait for some warmer weather. I did look up the local statute and regulations to see if it will likely pose a problem to use my cell phone camera. I suspect that I may get away with it so long as I have my Bluetooth doodad on the visor so I can show an officer that I do have the ability to use it hands free. The regs say one cannot even look at or hold the phone but I am guessing that I can just tell them I was checking the battery level or checking to see if it was actually on, and will get away with it. Not sure what they might say about the camera issue. The regs do not say anything about the use of cameras but do say you cannot use a device that includes a cell phone. Randy On 13/01/2011 4:45 PM, Gerry Archer wrote: Having lived for 65 years in what may be the most corrupt state in the U.S.; (Since 2000 Florida had the most, [729], federal corruption convictions of any state with second place New York far behind with only 633); we Floridians don't necessarily obey onerous laws to the letter. We find ways to avoid them. For example, a friend who is a sales rep frequently gets calls from customers while he's driving. When he was driving through counties that had the no cell phone law, he would put his cell phone between two pieces of bread and hold it up to his ear. The single time a cop stopped him, he dropped the bread slices and the cell phone on the floor and picked up a real sandwich. The conversation went something like this: You were talking on a cell phone and that is illegal while you are driving. I was eating a sandwich. Why did you have it up to your ear? So I could see where I was going. Where is the sandwich? He picked up a real sandwich which had a bite out of it. Where is your cellphone? He pretended to look for it and then retrieved it from the floor. The cop went back to his car and apparently called headquarters. You can go., said the cop. That was the only time he was stopped, and he won't have that problem again since he bought a new car which has a built-in microphone and speaker. Perhaps you can cut a hole in a slice of bread for the lens, Randy, and use your cellphone camera the same way. Of course, if you were a lawyer in Florida you would have nothing to worry about since cops never ticket lawyers unless they're blind drunk or politicians in a different party than the sheriffs or chiefs. I saw in the sheriffs list in the local paper where a woman had been arrested for carrying a concealed weapon because she had one of those little pepper spray cannisters in her purse. Interesting. Gerry Note: Actually I prefer to lurk and simply enjoy the OT and benefit from the descriptions of Mercedes fixes, but for some strange reason our old Mercedes are running well and no one has any OT to talk about. Maybe it's a good omen; or bad? From: R A Bennell b...@mts.net So, to start with, I know, I am a lawyer so why am I asking you folks?? I don't know and am wondered if any of you might know is the basic answer. Anyone actually look at the laws, regulations, whatever, that impose the fines for use of cell phones in your jurisdiction? The reason I ask is that my cell phone has a camera in it and I sometimes use it to take photos while driving if I see something interesting. It occurred to me recently, that this is probably no longer acceptable. If an officer sees me with the phone in hand, I am going to get the ticket and I doubt he has to prove I was actually phoning someone. The phone company should be able to provide evidence that I was not on a call at that time but that might not be sufficient to get one off - and one would have to waste the time going to fight the ticket which would cost more than the ticket. Then the question arises - is using a digital camera instead any better? I am guessing that the law says one is not to use electronic devices rather than cell phones. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - way OT - old washing machines
It looks as though we likely have an easy fix on my problem washer. The centre (center?) post is supposed to be tight to the tub and it was not. Never having worked on such a beast, I was not aware of that. I have sort of discovered the problem by accident while conferring with a fellow in Alberta who knows a whole lot about them. In any event, it appears that I can make myself a wrench out of a piece of pipe and tighten the doodad and we should be good to go. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Slow day on the list??
Y'all still alive out there? Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - way OT - old washing machines
On 10/01/2011 5:00 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Your approach is correct. In my experience, you seldom win that first battle. You can expect the potmetal top thing to disintegrate, then you can get the pin out. a propane torch may help. You should be able to buy the new top thing. that is a common item, or it used to be at least. I had a 1980 speed queen that had the same thing. As for the rest of it, you are on the right track. Good luck. Personally, I like the old Easy because they have a high speed spinner to extract the water from the clothes. A better choice is just an old maytag automatic as a second machine. The top loading Old reliable kind that hasn't been made for about 12 years now. If you want to really go retro, get an old maytag wringer, put it on the front porch and use a Maytag gas engine to run it. Put two rockers out there, a gallon clay jug, and sit out there with a double barrel on your lap! - Thanks for your input. Reading on the internet suggests that Maytag and Speedqueen are the best of the old wringers for reliability and parts availability. I found out that one can still buy a new Speedqueen wringer that is a clone of the old ones made in about 1955 if my memory serves to be correct, now manufactured in Saudia Arabia. They are apparently so exactly the same that the new parts will fit the old ones. Parts are likely expensive, but if one wants them, that may be the price one must pay. Interesting (to me at least). I have been in touch with a fellow on another forum who has been very helpful. He has explained how to make a puller to remove the pin without hammering on it. Also a big wrench for removing the piece below it. We might just get this thing apart far enough to see why it leaks without destroying it. We have a Maytag Atlantis washer - about 5 years old - one of the last versions with the agitator I believe as now the top loaders are like the front loaders and do not have an agitator. We might decide to upgrade the primary washer and relegate the existing one to dirty duty if this one does not work out. Time will tell. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] wire laundry baskets?
We have a rubbery one that is quite soft and flexible. Not sure it it was intended to be a laundry basket but is about the right size and has handles cut into it etc. Seems to work quite well. Not sure how long it will last but seems to be tougher than the hard plastic ones. Randy On 11/01/2011 3:04 PM, Allan Streib wrote: On the subject of laundry, I'm getting tired of the plastic laundry baskets that crack and fall apart in a few months. I looked on Amazon for wire laundry baskets but could not find any. Anyone know of a source for lightweight chrome or plastic-coated wire baskets that are about the size of a typical laundry basket? Allan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT - way OT - old washing machines
Original Message Subject:OT - way OT - old washing machines Date: Mon, 10 Jan 2011 13:47:05 -0600 From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com My good wife has decided she needs/wants an old style wringer washing machine for doing dirty jobs like rugs, rags, and my younger son's dirty work clothes (he is a mechanic). She is reluctant to put this stuff in the regular washer. We looked around and found one that looked good but is obviously old and apparently has not been used in a while. We bought it and hauled it home and have discovered an issue. It leaks like a seive (sp?). A bit of looking leads me to believe it is leaking in the middle of the tub around the hole where the agitator spindle projects up into the tub. I am hoping that whatever is in there as a seal is somewhat generic as I don't know what will be available in parts for this old beast. It is a Simplicity brand. Maybe should have held out for a Maytag or SpeedQueen based upon what I see on the net but a bit late for that now so will try to fix it. My first task is to get enough parts off that I can see the offending seal. There is an aluminum - pot metal doodad surrounding the main agitator shaft. There is a pin through it near the top. I am told it will be a tapered pin and to ensure I drive it out in the correct direction.Should not be a problem as the one side appears to have a head on it - unless it has been peened over but it does not look like that - quite evenly round etc. Then I need to get the aluminum doodad off of the shaft. I am told I need to heat it but to be careful as it may be zamac which is easy to overheat. Will use propane torch and so should be easy enough to be careful. Once I get the agitator drive off of the shaft, I should be able to see what is under it. Right now, the bottom of the agitator drive is about 3 inches in diameter and covers the whole area. Anyone got experience with this sort of thing and have any good suggestions on how to go about it? Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - way OT - old washing machines
Absolutely true, but not convenient on Sunday afternoon when one is making dinner etc. She has been soaking Tom's dirty clothing in the laundry tub and rinsing and then wringing it out by hand before putting it in the washer but that is not easy. I know as I have helped wring stuff out. We maybe should have gone with a second automatic washer to do just that stuff but she wanted to try this. We won't be out a whole lot if it does not pan out. Randy On 10/01/2011 4:14 PM, Allan Streib wrote: My good wife has decided she needs/wants an old style wringer washing machine for doing dirty jobs like rugs, rags, and my younger son's dirty work clothes (he is a mechanic). She is reluctant to put this stuff in the regular washer. That's what laundromats are for! Allan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Crimp Tool for Timing Chain
This link shows photos and talks about the process if I recall correctly. http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=203367 I have sent out 3 copies of the scan of the drawings for it to Walt, Greg and Max. Anyone else want one? Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Crimp Tool for Timing Chain
I am sure that is where I got it in the first place - but a number of years back. Randy On 07/01/2011 12:20 PM, Walt Zarnoch wrote: Got the plans, thanks! Kaleb should be able to override the size limit if you want to put it on the list, it's small enough that it won't implode peoples inboxes. ;) Walt On Jan 7, 2011 1:16 PM, Fmiserfmi...@gmail.com wrote: R A Bennell wrote: I have sent out 3 copies of the scan of the drawings for it to Walt, Greg and Max. Anyone else want one? Yes! I expected you to send it to the list so we could all get it. :) -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Crimp Tool drawings attached
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Re: [MBZ] Timing Chain Crimping Tool
I actually located the plans/drawings for the crimping tool last evening in file folder at home. All needed dimensions are provided. I would love to see photos of the real thing so that I had it set in my mind. The basic frame, and handle seem simple enough. The threaded rod that one uses to tighten it is also fairly simple. The parts that have me a bit confused relate to the anvil. Quite happy to scan and send the drawings to you if you wish. Randy On 05/01/2011 6:31 PM, Greg Fiorentino wrote: Randy: I too have rekindled an interest in machining not done since high school! I have a Homier 7X12 lathe, a power bandsaw and a Unimat SL1000 lathe/mill. I have thought about making a Timing Chain Crimping Tool myself, and from pictures I've seen of the regulation tool it seems pretty simple. The only parts that should require hardened and tempered tool steel would be the peening tool and the anvil. The rest could be mild steel, even free-machining leaded steel. The dimensions could be guesstimated from pictures of the regulation part. The frame could be assembled and bolted together (using adequate number and size of bolts to handle the stresses) from rectangular stock to minimize milling. Drill and tap for a fairly fine thread to get some mechanical advantage. Accurately locate the anvil from the drilled hole. Make the anvil and peening tool from drill rod, then heat to orange red, quench as appropriate for the type of drill rod; then temper in a 450 degree oven for an hour. HTH Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Wednesday, January 05, 2011 3:11 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Timing Chain Crimping Tool Thank you, Thank you (takes a bow) but I still need the plans. I may have made a copy but if so, I am not certain what I may have done with them. May be in a file at home. In any event, as I said, I have been re-kindling an interest that has been dormant since high school days. I have acquired an old Logan lathe and an inexpensive Chinese Mill and may one day get them hooked up so I can make some chips fly. Randy On 05/01/2011 5:02 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Hey! Maybe there is still hope for the world! A lawyer contemplating MAKING SOMETHING USEFUL! If that caught on, the US and Canyada might just replace KIWIs again as the most ingenious people on the planet. That would be fitting as shyster lawyers have had heavy hands in the wimpification of the Americas. Way to GO Randy! Yay for American Ingenuity! The original AI My recollection, is that once upon a time, someone on here had plans and dimensions for making the crimping tool. Anyone still got a copy of that? I have acquired an interest in machine tools and might just take a stab at making something like that. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Timing Chain Crimping Tool
Again, my point is not really one of needing or wanting to own the tool so much as having a worthwhile machine project to work on. Randy On 05/01/2011 7:26 PM, Michael Esh wrote: I used a ball peen hammer and gently rounded over the ends. It was very easy and worked very well. Mike On 05/01/2011 4:44 PM, Greg Fiorentino wrote: I have read accounts of people using a sturdy vise-grips to crimp the timing chain. Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Timing Chain Crimping Tool
Not sure what it will do or is intended to do. I believe I got it from this list some time back but all I have is about 4 or 5 pages of flat drawings with dimensions noted. It looks to me like there may be 2 different anvils but I did not spend much time looking at it. Most of my time was spent looking for it. Will see if I can scan it this evening and send it along tomorrow. Randy On 06/01/2011 10:11 AM, Walt Zarnoch wrote: If it works for 617 chain as well, please do! Walt On Jan 6, 2011 11:06 AM, R A Bennellb...@mts.net wrote: I actually located the plans/drawings for the crimping tool last evening in file folder at home. All needed dimensions are provided. I would love to see photos of the real thing so that I had it set in my mind. The basic frame, and handle seem simple enough. The threaded rod that one uses to tighten it is also fairly simple. The parts that have me a bit confused relate to the anvil. Quite happy to scan and send the drawings to you if you wish. Randy On 05/01/2011 6:31 PM, Greg Fiorentino wrote: Randy: I too have rekindled an interest in machining not done since high school! I have a Homier 7X12 lathe, a power bandsaw and a Unimat SL1000 lathe/mill. I have thought about making a Timing Chain Crimping Tool myself, and from pictures I've seen of the regulation tool it seems pretty simple. The only parts that should require hardened and tempered tool steel would be the peening tool and the anvil. The rest could be mild steel, even free-machining leaded steel. The dimensions could be guesstimated from pictures of the regulation part. The frame could be assembled and bolted together (using adequate number and size of bolts to handle the stresses) from rectangular stock to minimize milling. Drill and tap for a fairly fine thread to get some mechanical advantage. Accurately locate the anvil from the drilled hole. Make the anvil and peening tool from drill rod, then heat to orange red, quench as appropriate for the type of drill rod; then temper in a 450 degree oven for an hour. HTH Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com ] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Wednesday, January 05, 2011 3:11 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Timing Chain Crimping Tool Thank you, Thank you (takes a bow) but I still need the plans. I may have made a copy but if so, I am not certain what I may have done with them. May be in a file at home. In any event, as I said, I have been re-kindling an interest that has been dormant since high school days. I have acquired an old Logan lathe and an inexpensive Chinese Mill and may one day get them hooked up so I can make some chips fly. Randy On 05/01/2011 5:02 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Hey! Maybe there is still hope for the world! A lawyer contemplating MAKING SOMETHING USEFUL! If that caught on, the US and Canyada might just replace KIWIs again as the most ingenious people on the planet. That would be fitting as shyster lawyers have had heavy hands in the wimpification of the Americas. Way to GO Randy! Yay for American Ingenuity! The original AI My recollection, is that once upon a time, someone on here had plans and dimensions for making the crimping tool. Anyone still got a copy of that? I have acquired an interest in machine tools and might just take a stab at making something like that. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change
Re: [MBZ] H rated and governors
Mini-vans are just the station wagons of today. Very practical for families and less expensive than SUV's which are of course, similar in size and capacity. Sedans just are not as big as they used to be. A Honda Accord is now considered a family car. I am only 5'8 and about 200# and I have a hard time getting into my wife's Accord. The roof lines on modern cars are so low and sloped to benefit the aerodynamics that they are not easy to enter. A van will normally be much easier to get in and out of - that is one reason why we see so many elderly folks driving them. They also sit higher so there is better visibility. Take the seats out or fold them flat if you have one of the newer stowe and go setups and you can haul more than the thing is designed to carry. My neighbor used to load his poor old van up with yard waste etc and haul to the local dump. I was amazed at what he piled inside it. Travel with your family and you have space for the kids in the back as well as the luggage and the cooler etc. Very practical in many ways. I have tried my best at times to convince my wife that she would like one as I think it would be useful but she has declined. I don't want to drive it so we don't have one. If I could justify having another vehicle around, I would cheerfully have a Honda van. Randy On 05/01/2011 10:27 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: LOL, they were talking mini-vans on the radio this morning and I was struck by the number of people who need a mini-van for their one or two kids. My friend Devin has 4 crumb grabbers, he NEEDS a mini-van (and has one). Seems like with 2 kids most folks need a large sedan, maybe not even a large sedan while the kids are small. Our world has gone crazy, nobody knows the difference between need and want anymore... -Curt Date: Wed, 5 Jan 2011 10:39:50 -0500 From: E Mpokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] H rated and governors Message-ID: aanlktinkl8srqe4zx0j9olybsjlqza9g_wyjlxos7...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Even without the limiters, you're never going to see the top speed of a car on a track, the straights just aren't long enough. Well, unless you're driving down the old Mulsanne straight at Le Mans, before they put the girlie kink in the middle to slow people down, a little. hee hee Even on really fast cars, you need a long straight bit of road to squeeze out those last mph. Even with big HP cars, you know what they say about the power requirements going up exponentially in regards to top speed. If 600 HP will get you to 200 mph, if you want to go another 20 mph on top of that, you need to add 200+ more HP. The air becomes your enemy, and the balance between punching through it, and keeping the car on the road at the same time, is paid for with lots of HP! hee hee As to your last sentence Curt, I hear that often. It causes me more than a little concern as I really like fast cars with lots of HP!!! ;-) hee hee Ed 300E On 5 January 2011 09:56, Curt Raymondcurtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Yeahbut, who cares? Where you gonna drive that fast other than track days? Isn't big top speed just another compensation for other inadequacies? -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Timing Chain Crimping Tool
My recollection, is that once upon a time, someone on here had plans and dimensions for making the crimping tool. Anyone still got a copy of that? I have acquired an interest in machine tools and might just take a stab at making something like that. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] more holes
My father had 2 different '53 Roadmaster Buicks with the straight 8. He talked about them fondly most of his life. The first one came to grief - wet road and worn tires and a handy rock face. The 2nd was a gift from the insurance company in replacement for the 1st. He was very happy as the 2nd one was in much nicer condition. I remember him coming home and handing my mother a chrome ring and telling her that was about all that was left of the Buick. I think if was from one of the front turn signal lights. It sat on a shelf in our kitchen for many years after. Randy On 04/01/2011 10:47 PM, Dieselhead wrote: The buick straight 8 was produced from 1931 to 1953 A guy I knew in HS had a 30something buick straight 8. It was a phenomenal car. The only buick I ever wanted was a big old Buick straight 8 like that one. Unfortunately, being a dumb HS kid, he over revved it too much and snapped the crank. It had a sound all its own. ...Beg pardon, weren't those holes originally where the exhaust come out of the hood? Sure was a straight eight in there for a long time in the 30's 40's! All the holes were on one side in those days, and had an exhaust header going through them, eh?.. You are thinking of my friend CB's Bugatti 35B. Looks like the Buick holes appeared in 1949. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] schooling
But school is not just for the 3 R's. Children learn many things in school that they will not learn in isolation. Social skills being foremost in my mind at the moment. Randy On 05/01/2011 4:40 PM, Mountain Man wrote: OK Don wrote: And resources - who's the tutor? The person(s) most interested in the success of the student. Mass education does not provide that - educators are interested in a paycheck and that is their primary objective - not education. mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Timing Chain Crimping Tool
Maybe, but my point was more to the idea of a useful project than it was to the immediate need for such an animal. I should check the chain stretch on my 300D but I don't think I am near to needing it replaced. Randy On 05/01/2011 4:44 PM, Greg Fiorentino wrote: I have read accounts of people using a sturdy vise-grips to crimp the timing chain. Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Wednesday, January 05, 2011 2:15 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Timing Chain Crimping Tool My recollection, is that once upon a time, someone on here had plans and dimensions for making the crimping tool. Anyone still got a copy of that? I have acquired an interest in machine tools and might just take a stab at making something like that. Randy ___ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Timing Chain Crimping Tool
Thank you, Thank you (takes a bow) but I still need the plans. I may have made a copy but if so, I am not certain what I may have done with them. May be in a file at home. In any event, as I said, I have been re-kindling an interest that has been dormant since high school days. I have acquired an old Logan lathe and an inexpensive Chinese Mill and may one day get them hooked up so I can make some chips fly. Randy On 05/01/2011 5:02 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Hey! Maybe there is still hope for the world! A lawyer contemplating MAKING SOMETHING USEFUL! If that caught on, the US and Canyada might just replace KIWIs again as the most ingenious people on the planet. That would be fitting as shyster lawyers have had heavy hands in the wimpification of the Americas. Way to GO Randy! Yay for American Ingenuity! The original AI My recollection, is that once upon a time, someone on here had plans and dimensions for making the crimping tool. Anyone still got a copy of that? I have acquired an interest in machine tools and might just take a stab at making something like that. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: holes
Just stop wearing your glasses. All will be fine. Trust us. Randy On 04/01/2011 10:01 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: You could always clip a new star out of some microwave sheet metal, and spray paint it silver. Should look good from 20 ft away. Unfortunately, _I_ sit about 6 feet away from it! -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Laptop Issues Resolved?
I am cautiously optimistic about my laptop issues being resolved. Thank you to all of those who responded to my earlier queries. I ended up using a freebee software utility to wipe out the whole hard drive and then re-installed Vista. Took the better part of two days for it to download and update all of the Windows issues but now seems to be running fine. The biggest issue I had was that I wiped out all of the special drivers and had to go looking for some in order to get the wireless internet hookup to run. Have not loaded anything else on it yet but think I may do some form of backup at this point in case I need to do it again. Is there a built in means of making a recovery setup or should I use something like Norton Ghost to do it? Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues
Lots of numbers on this thing. I think Product # is KN901UA#ABC. Randy On 30/12/2010 4:51 PM, LWB250 wrote: There should also be a product number, too. I need that to look it up on the internal support site. Sorry. That's what happens when you're off work for two weeks. Dan --- On Thu, 12/30/10, R A Bennellb...@mts.net wrote: From: R A Bennellb...@mts.net Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Thursday, December 30, 2010, 4:11 PM Called my wife at home to get the numbers. HP Pavillion DV9700 Ser# is CNF81169Mk Randy On 30/12/2010 12:45 PM, LWB250 wrote: Now that I think of it, give me the HP model and serial number and I can look it up in the service database to see if there's anything on it. Dan --- On Thu, 12/30/10, Rich Thomasrichthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: From: Rich Thomasrichthomas79td...@constructivity.net Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Thursday, December 30, 2010, 1:39 PM And if that doesn't work you probably have some sort of hardware problem, My desktop was having fits, same kind of behavior, I finally found some obscure reference to check the video card (which was working fine in Safe mode) and shonuff the capacitors on the vid card are almost all blown, not even sure how it was still working. Popped in another vid card and booted right up no problem. --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues
Did that last evening. Ran both of the tests in BIOS - hard drive and ram tests say they are both fine. Tried to repair Windows again but it worked away for a long while and then told me that Windows was unable to repair itself. Downloaded a utility and wiped the hard drive clean. By then it was late so I put it off for today. Later today, I will try re-installing Windows Vista and see what happens. Thanks for your help. Will let you know what happens but probably not before Monday as I am in the office and do not access this email address from home. Happy New Year! Randy On 30/12/2010 5:02 PM, LWB250 wrote: That brings up another possibility. Memory (RAM) problems can also manifest themselves when the system boots. Fire it up. Push F10 repeatedly until the BIOS screen comes up. Wander around in the BIOS and find the hard drive and memory tests, and run both. If both pass, do an F9 (I think) and reset all of the BIOS settings to default. Reboot. See what happens and report back. Dan --- On Thu, 12/30/10, Curt Raymondcurtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: From: Curt Raymondcurtlud...@yahoo.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Thursday, December 30, 2010, 4:04 PM Unfortunately on some (most?) newer machines XP is not an option. My dad had wanted to put XP on theirs until I googled it, everybody who has tried reports lousy results. Instead I bought them 2GB of RAM (up from 512MB) and they're happy. Randy, Does your machine have a restore partition? Lots of HPs do, look for it during boot up something like F12 for restore. That'll reinstall Vista for you the quick way. -Curt Date: Thu, 30 Dec 2010 14:09:06 -0600 From: Dieselhead126die...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues Message-ID:a0624083bc942967c5...@[192.168.1.116] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii ; format=flowed I agree with everything Dan said except that I would load the XP and run that. If you don't have an XPSP4 disk, it takes a long time to download and install all the updates. But then you don't have the Wista crapola. I'd not spend any money on winders 7 until/unless you know the machine works, and then only if you really want it for some reason. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT again - computer problems
I believe it is Vista Home Premium, but I am at the office and the disk is at home. My son, Geoff used the computer for a couple of years and had no real complaints about Vista. Randy On 31/12/2010 8:16 AM, Ed Booher wrote: On Thu, Dec 30, 2010 at 1:01 PM, Randy Bennellrbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: It will boot to safe mode and will permit me to access the net so yesterday I downloaded the malware software you folks were talking about and ran a full scan last evening. It took 2 hous and looked at over 500 thousand files and found only 2 infected things which it has apparently fixed. That has not solved the problem, although I acknowledge that I have not tried to run the windows disk to repair it since killing the two bad items. If the machine is booting to safe mode, and even allowing you network access, chances are good that this is not a hardware problem. It sounds as if a driver is loading that shouldn't, or a DLL (Dynamic Linked Library) has been corrupted. But I'd give a good wager that it's a software related issue. I don't care about any of the data on the computer. My son had good backup and moved on to the new computer without issues so he does not want anything from this one. Vista does not appear to make it easy to wipe the drive clean and start over. I cannot help but feel that might be advantageous. I would pay for a Windows 7 licence if I was satisfied that this thing was not having hardware issues. I don't wnat to spend the money for the new operating system if it has other issues until those issues are addressed. Nah, this is untrue. If you have a Vista install disc, it requires a bit of reading, because the option is slightly obfuscated. However, if you have the original HP restore discs, then it's simple. Boot from the HP disc, and it will blow everything away whether you want it to or not. (Those things should be classified as weapons.) I have Windows XP and Windows 2000 disks available as well that could be installed at least to try it. Anyone have good suggestions on what I should do to get this thing up and running? Randy XP or 2000 would also be a fine choice since they are available if you want to test hardware. However, if the laptop was designed around Vista, there may be drivers that are unavailable in earlier operating systems. Which might make you think there is a hardware problem, when it is still software related. Let me know which type of Vista disc you have, and we can move forward from there. EdB ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Yes it's time for a diesel
But it has to have the Star in place. My car seemed very ordinary when I drove it for a while without the hood ornament after it was stolen. Got another from Rusty and all seemed right with the world again. Randy On 30/12/2010 10:03 PM, Bob Rentfro wrote: Wanting to get back to my MB roots...a 115 diesel of some sort. Looking out over the hood of a 115 is so much nicer looking than a 123, or anything else I've had. The TDI is bueno, but I'm Jonesing hard for a Klattatastic 115. Bob R On Thu, Dec 30, 2010 at 8:24 PM, Craigdiese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Thu, 30 Dec 2010 19:23:22 -0700 Bob Rentfroazbob...@gmail.com wrote: Okay so it's 36 degrees at my house ( I know I'm getting no sympathy from anyone) That's for sure! :-) And I'm moving the cars around in an out of the garage. I started the tdi and let it run and I got it good wiff of diesel fumes and cold air mixed. Haven't smell that smell since about 19 78. Smells good. Makes me wanna drive over a by that 240 d in the morning. Careful! Don't let nostalgia or a rampant case of dieselitis cause an ill-considered purchase! But if you already have a TDI, how is it that you are missing out on dieselitis? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Yes it's time for a diesel
Near Minnedosa, Manitoba, taken about 3 years back. Randy On 31/12/2010 11:47 AM, R A Bennell wrote: But it has to have the Star in place. My car seemed very ordinary when I drove it for a while without the hood ornament after it was stolen. Got another from Rusty and all seemed right with the world again. Randy On 30/12/2010 10:03 PM, Bob Rentfro wrote: Wanting to get back to my MB roots...a 115 diesel of some sort. Looking out over the hood of a 115 is so much nicer looking than a 123, or anything else I've had. The TDI is bueno, but I'm Jonesing hard for a Klattatastic 115. Bob R On Thu, Dec 30, 2010 at 8:24 PM, Craigdiese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Thu, 30 Dec 2010 19:23:22 -0700 Bob Rentfroazbob...@gmail.com wrote: Okay so it's 36 degrees at my house ( I know I'm getting no sympathy from anyone) That's for sure! :-) And I'm moving the cars around in an out of the garage. I started the tdi and let it run and I got it good wiff of diesel fumes and cold air mixed. Haven't smell that smell since about 19 78. Smells good. Makes me wanna drive over a by that 240 d in the morning. Careful! Don't let nostalgia or a rampant case of dieselitis cause an ill-considered purchase! But if you already have a TDI, how is it that you are missing out on dieselitis? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: 3281.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 952397 bytes Desc: not available URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20101231/6c4310cf/attachment.jpg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] holy crap I love this car
AND jack the car up high enough that you can get your head under far enough to see what you are doing when you put the canister back on. It is a bit of a tight fit between various other parts and if you don't get it on properly, it will: a) damage the edge of the canister, b) leak badly and c) make you cuss like a sob Randy On 29/12/2010 8:23 PM, OK Don wrote: I have a 115 hood ornament that I think I'll mount on a 124 - it would help the appearance a little. There's nothing wrong with changing the oil on a 115 Deisel - as long as you expect to soak one arm in oil when you remove the old filter. On Wed, Dec 29, 2010 at 9:05 AM, Tim Cbb...@crone.us wrote: I have to say, while I love my SDL and the 123 has lasted longer, IMO there is something classic about the 115 styling. Driving around I notice a good, clean 124 or 126; I appreciate a good, clean 123 or 107; I admire a good, clean 115. Just don't try to change the oil. :) -Tim who realized while writing this post that he's never seen an operating 116 -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT - computer issues
Since many of you folks appear to be computer savy, let me seek your input, please. I have an HP laptop - probably about 4 years old, that has a problem. My son was using it and it started to act up and he was in the midst of his Masters program and could not be without it, so we got him a new one and this one has sat on the top of the piano for a year or more. I'd like to get it going again and my wife is tired of looking at it sit there. It is an intel dual core chip setup with 4 Gigs of RAM etc, running Windows Vista Home Premium. I have no previous experience with Vista so that does not help much. It will start to boot up and then just sit there with a blank grey screen. I can force it to boot by holding down the on/off switch. It will then re-start and offer me the choice to fire up in safe mode. It, of course offers the suggestion that I put the Windows disk in and repair the problem but that has been done a couple of times without much success. It might work for a time or two but then it goes back to the scenario I described above. It will boot to safe mode and will permit me to access the net so yesterday I downloaded the malware software you folks were talking about and ran a full scan last evening. It took 2 hous and looked at over 500 thousand files and found only 2 infected things which it has apparently fixed. That has not solved the problem, although I acknowledge that I have not tried to run the windows disk to repair it since killing the two bad items. I don't care about any of the data on the computer. My son had good backup and moved on to the new computer without issues so he does not want anything from this one. Vista does not appear to make it easy to wipe the drive clean and start over. I cannot help but feel that might be advantageous. I would pay for a Windows 7 licence if I was satisfied that this thing was not having hardware issues. I don't wnat to spend the money for the new operating system if it has other issues until those issues are addressed. I have Windows XP and Windows 2000 disks available as well that could be installed at least to try it. Anyone have good suggestions on what I should do to get this thing up and running? Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues
Called my wife at home to get the numbers. HP Pavillion DV9700 Ser# is CNF81169Mk Randy On 30/12/2010 12:45 PM, LWB250 wrote: Now that I think of it, give me the HP model and serial number and I can look it up in the service database to see if there's anything on it. Dan --- On Thu, 12/30/10, Rich Thomasrichthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: From: Rich Thomasrichthomas79td...@constructivity.net Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Thursday, December 30, 2010, 1:39 PM And if that doesn't work you probably have some sort of hardware problem, My desktop was having fits, same kind of behavior, I finally found some obscure reference to check the video card (which was working fine in Safe mode) and shonuff the capacitors on the vid card are almost all blown, not even sure how it was still working. Popped in another vid card and booted right up no problem. --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues
Yes to all of the above sort of. I have wondered about the hard drive as well as the RAM. Quite willing to change out any and all if it solves the problem. Reluctant to throw money at it without evidence that it will fix the issues. How would you suggest I check hard drive or RAM? Are there utilites you would trust to do so? I assume something that could be fed in from the CD/DVD drive or a flash drive in a USB port? Also wonder about the video as at one point, I had some sort of message about the inability of the video to display whatever. Is that going to be something removable on a laptop or is it going to be part of the MB in which case it becomes bad news? I also note that I tried to feed it an ubuntu disk and it would not install it - but also note that I have no understanding of ubuntu so it might be my fault. Randy On 30/12/2010 3:08 PM, Allan Streib wrote: It could be that the hard drive on the laptop is failing. Father in law had an HP desktop with similar symptoms, initially was just slow performance which got steadily worse until it would not boot. Restore, reinstall, etc. was not successful. Finally thought to run a diagnostic on the drive and it reported all kinds of errors. Oddly, Windows itself reported the drive as healthy. Replaced the drive, reinstalled Vista, and all was well. Allan On Thu, 30 Dec 2010 13:04 -0800, Curt Raymondcurtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Unfortunately on some (most?) newer machines XP is not an option. My dad had wanted to put XP on theirs until I googled it, everybody who has tried reports lousy results. Instead I bought them 2GB of RAM (up from 512MB) and they're happy. Randy, Does your machine have a restore partition? Lots of HPs do, look for it during boot up something like F12 for restore. That'll reinstall Vista for you the quick way. -Curt Date: Thu, 30 Dec 2010 14:09:06 -0600 From: Dieselhead126die...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues Message-ID:a0624083bc942967c5...@[192.168.1.116] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii ; format=flowed I agree with everything Dan said except that I would load the XP and run that. If you don't have an XPSP4 disk, it takes a long time to download and install all the updates. But then you don't have the Wista crapola. I'd not spend any money on winders 7 until/unless you know the machine works, and then only if you really want it for some reason. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues
I have done that in the past too. Not sure what sort of drive is in this thing. Will have to see what I can find. Randy On 30/12/2010 3:30 PM, Allan Streib wrote: Yeah I downloaded a diagnostic utility from the drive manufacture, I think it was Seagate but can't recall for sure. On Thu, 30 Dec 2010 15:17 -0600, R A Bennellb...@mts.net wrote: Yes to all of the above sort of. I have wondered about the hard drive as well as the RAM. Quite willing to change out any and all if it solves the problem. Reluctant to throw money at it without evidence that it will fix the issues. How would you suggest I check hard drive or RAM? Are there utilites you would trust to do so? I assume something that could be fed in from the CD/DVD drive or a flash drive in a USB port? Also wonder about the video as at one point, I had some sort of message about the inability of the video to display whatever. Is that going to be something removable on a laptop or is it going to be part of the MB in which case it becomes bad news? I also note that I tried to feed it an ubuntu disk and it would not install it - but also note that I have no understanding of ubuntu so it might be my fault. Randy On 30/12/2010 3:08 PM, Allan Streib wrote: It could be that the hard drive on the laptop is failing. Father in law had an HP desktop with similar symptoms, initially was just slow performance which got steadily worse until it would not boot. Restore, reinstall, etc. was not successful. Finally thought to run a diagnostic on the drive and it reported all kinds of errors. Oddly, Windows itself reported the drive as healthy. Replaced the drive, reinstalled Vista, and all was well. Allan On Thu, 30 Dec 2010 13:04 -0800, Curt Raymondcurtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Unfortunately on some (most?) newer machines XP is not an option. My dad had wanted to put XP on theirs until I googled it, everybody who has tried reports lousy results. Instead I bought them 2GB of RAM (up from 512MB) and they're happy. Randy, Does your machine have a restore partition? Lots of HPs do, look for it during boot up something like F12 for restore. That'll reinstall Vista for you the quick way. -Curt Date: Thu, 30 Dec 2010 14:09:06 -0600 From: Dieselhead126die...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - computer issues Message-ID:a0624083bc942967c5...@[192.168.1.116] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii ; format=flowed I agree with everything Dan said except that I would load the XP and run that. If you don't have an XPSP4 disk, it takes a long time to download and install all the updates. But then you don't have the Wista crapola. I'd not spend any money on winders 7 until/unless you know the machine works, and then only if you really want it for some reason. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes 1985 300td wagon - as is - $1000 (Plainfield, MA)
Now, what sort of attitude is that?? Don't you recognize a perfect excuse to acquire a milling machine when you see it? Randy On 29/12/2010 9:37 AM, Rich Thomas wrote: There are machine and fab shops all over, just look in the phone book. Send a dxf file of the part and they can fab it.quick and pretty cheap. Better yet find some hobby guys with a CNC mill, or some old fart with a mill in his basement, and let them do it. --R On 12/29/2010 10:21 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Max, I wouldn't know where to begin in finding such a shop. On Wed, Dec 29, 2010 at 10:18 AM, Max Dillonmeadedil...@bellsouth.netwrote: That would be worth pursuing, even if you have to pay a machine shop to fabricate a pulley adapter and/or brackets. I'll bet far less expensive than swapping an engine or a head. I'm tempted to have a friend w/ shop tackle this, but I'd need some exact measurements and good drawings for him to work from, and it would be better if I could put the old pump and new pump in his hands. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dieselhead Sent: Tuesday, December 28, 2010 11:28 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes 1985 300td wagon - as is - $1000 (Plainfield, MA) Does anyone know if a tandem pump was ever made with v-belt pulleys? It seems like the simple thing would be to replace the PS pump with a tandem pump. Then a SLS head is not needed, as the tandem pump provides the SLS pressure. The tandem pumps I have seen on the 124 wagons all were made for serp belts. I believe the 85 TD has v-belts. Since you are so close to PGA, why not drive over there and ask them if a tandem pump can be modified to fit your OM617? This was in refernece to the SLS head-free 1985 300TD. I have since discovered that the car was hard to start because I goosed the throttle instead of alowing the glow system to do its job. SInce then, it has started without incindent on cold days, even when it's windy. P.S. Do you or anybody else for that matter want this engine if and when I ever remove it? It was from a 1985 300TD sedan with allegedly 25 K miles. Runs strong, blows ice cold air, etc. On Mon, Dec 27, 2010 at 10:14 PM, Dieselhead126die...@gmail.com wrote: Andrew, Is that car that is difficult to start the one with the SLS pump in the head, or the one you want to replace with an 85 engine? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] holy crap I love this car
Looks pretty good but I prefer my red with white interior. I think that is what makes my car appealing. It is a very nice red color. Not Fire Engine Red and not Burgundy but somewhere inbetween. The only real complaint I have about it is that it is noisy compared with modern cars. Randy On 27/12/2010 6:32 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-300-d-1976-mercedes-benz-300d-/220715929633?pt=US_Cars_Truckshash=item3363b1d021 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Holidays
Merry Chistmas Y'all! I am about to disappear for a couple of days or more since I only get this forum through my computer at the office. I hope you all enjoy the holidays and that you and your families stay safe and warm etc. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Red goes in the ditch!
Or, perhaps, if she had been going a wee bit slower to begin with??? Randy On 23/12/2010 10:49 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: The worst part is that the car HAS snowtires on... I was fine all the way home. She'd have been fine if she'd come back off the brakes... -Curt Date: Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:47:35 -0600 From: Dieselhead126die...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Red goes in the ditch! Message-ID:a062408dfc938688a0...@[192.168.1.51] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii ; format=flowed Wow! Lucky for you, her, and the car! Driving on the Blizzacks has really spoiled me. My wife learned (or re-learned I suppose) the #1 lesson of winter driving today, if you can't steer get off the brakes... Its been snowing all day but we don't have much, maybe 1/2 inch. She was coming down an off-ramp from the highway in my 190D and touched the brakes. The car slewed around and as she slid she kept on the brakes and locked 'em up so she couldn't steer. Up over the curb and into the ditch... AAA send a wrecker that yanked the car about the time I arrived. No damage done that I can see. The cop even knew about the 2.2l and said Thats a keeper. I drove the car the rest of the way home and had no issues... -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 4.5 Value
Sounds like time for a $2 oil sucker?
Warm it up, suck it out, pour in the new stuff and leave the plow attached.
Randy
On 21/12/2010 3:20 PM, Curt Raymond wrote:
I got the plow tractor ('64 Cub Cadet model 70) running today and changed the
oil.
Changing the oil on that would be a 2 minute process if you didn't have to
dismount the plow. Theres a brace right under the drain plug and not enough
space to even get the wrench up there. Fortunately it only takes about 5
minutes to dismount and remount the plow.
-Curt
Date: Tue, 21 Dec 2010 14:24:27 -0500
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] 4.5 Value
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Geez, now I'm up there in years! Well if that ain't a depressing thought,
I don't know what is. lol Mind you, there's a lot of truth to what you
say. I still love cleaning a car, it relaxes me. But for the really dirty
stuff, I'm more likely to pay someone else to do it. There was a time
rolling around on the ground and messing with cars was a fun thing to do.
It no longer has the same effect on me.
Speaking of that, I'm off to the garage now to get the oil changed in the
minivan. By the time I buy it, get dirty, rolling around on the ground, and
then have to take the old stuff to a recycler, it costs me about $10 more to
let someone else do. Of course, I'll vacuum the car when I get home, I
don't want you to think I'm lazy. ;-)
Ed
300E
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Re: [MBZ] Hard starting 300TD
Didn't someone suggest air leakage into the fuel lines? That sounds like it may not be getting fuel - assuming it has reasonable compression etc. Randy who is no expert on diesels On 15/12/2010 3:56 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Another question. The good 300TD starts without glowing when the engine is warm. The bad 85 300TD always needs to be glowed before starting, regardless of engine temperature. It starts quicker when it's warm, but I still need to glow it or it cranks a lot. Does this observation mean the glow plugs aren't the problem? On Wed, Dec 15, 2010 at 9:12 AM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Yeah that sounds right. I forget these things, maybe I should use a notebook or something when doing these jobs. But those gearwrenches are great tools. --R On 12/14/2010 10:35 AM, John Reames wrote: An 8mm gearwrench for the electrical connections, and a 10mm for the plugs proper. -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Dec 14, 2010, at 10:28, Rich Thomasrichthomas79td...@constructivity.netwrote: Might want to check your glow plugs, relay, and CHECK YOUR FUSE. The 84 SD was getting a bit balky, even in warm weather, I replaced a couple of glow plugs and the relay (which did not appear to be relaying very well for reasons unclear), and it fires right up (though I have not yet tried it today after last night way down in the 20s). I CHANGED THE FUSE too, first thing, but it was OK so that was not the issue. Sort of minimal stuff that you should probably check as a matter of course, but makes quite the difference. Note: changing the glow plugs really benefits from a 10mm (I think) gearwrench as that is about the only thing I could fit in there easily to loosen/tighten everything. The relay is easy to change, make sure you disconnect the battery first. --R On 12/14/2010 10:14 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote: This is a new problem for me. The 1985 300TD recently had a valve adjustment so I wasn't too worried about it starting in the cold. Well, I should have been! Yesterday, with a temp of around 23 F., after sitting in the street for a mere 6 hours the 300TD barely started up without running down the (relatively new) battery. I had to key the glow cycle three times for an additional 10-20 seconds each time before it fired up. So how do I diagnose whether this is bad glow plugs or low compression? Or could it be something else? The car never fires up quickly in the best of circumstances, compared to the '83 turbo diesel wagon, although it has adequate power and acceleration. Fuel is clean, too (I recently changed the tank strainer and other filters). As always, TIA. Andrew 1983 300TD starts like a 300TE 1985 300TD needs to be wound up ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] hose heater versus block heater?!!
You will find other possible solutions out there if you look. I remember external strip heaters were avaliable in the 70's. The fellow who parked beside me had one on a Honda Accord in about 1978. I remember him cleaning it off in the summer as some oil had got on it and it smoked when hot. There are also magnetic heaters that you might be able to temporarily use by sticking them onto the side of the block or onto the oilpan from underneath. Would need to be removed when you drive it. Even hanging a trouble light under the hood with the light on will produce enough heat to help. Or there are electric battery blankets that will help by keeping the starter spinning faster. All temporary solutions until you are able to install the proper thing once the weather warms enough to make it easier. Randy On 15/12/2010 10:27 AM, Chris N John wrote: Hi, everyone We too are having issues with our car starting this winter (1980 300 SD). Hubbie put about 4 different hose heaters on it last winter. The last one finally worked once or twice. (We won't mention the local car parts store) We tried it again in November and it seemed to be doing fine and then the morning we had appointments to keep 80 miles away and temp was -20, guess what? Yep-- it didn't work at all. We made it to appointments, but used up our easy travel margin of time for sure!! So, my question is: the block heaters sound more dependable and efficient but hubbie is concerned about problems installing in the old car. He thinks it will be hard to seal up after removing the old plug, which seems to be another big concern, too. Any feedback from you experts? Should we keep trying the hose heaters, and is there one that really works long term?? Thanks for advice! Wishing you all a Wonderful Christmas Season and a Great New Year to come, Christy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Headlights Q
Some may recall my questions about upgrading headlights on my 75 300D. Basic round 7 headlights. Currently has rather flat lenses with a Volvo name cast in and says H3. Anyone know what the difference is between H3 and H4? Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Headlights Q
That is good but are they compatible. I assume so but it is too cold to mess with it right now. Randy On 13/12/2010 11:15 AM, Dieselhead wrote: night vs. day Some may recall my questions about upgrading headlights on my 75 300D. Basic round 7 headlights. Currently has rather flat lenses with a Volvo name cast in and says H3. Anyone know what the difference is between H3 and H4? Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Headlights Q
I think these have insert bulbs and are not sealed beams. I also assume they are not original as they have Volvo imprinted in the glass. The problem I have is that there is a huge difference between high and low beam. I find the low beam does not provide sufficient view ahead and unfortunately most of the time it is not possible to use high beam due to other traffic. So, I am looking to improve without breking the bank. I think I will order a set of the Bosch and see if it makes much difference. Randy On 13/12/2010 12:34 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: Dieselhead wrote: night vs. day Isn't H3 a single filament bulb? Did somebody put fog lamps in the headlamp mounts? Or did the old USA spec sealed beams say H3 on them? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Headlights Q
I can look again but I believe it says H3 on the lens. I thought that normally, 2 lamp systems had larger diameter than 4 lamp systems back in the day when we all used sealed beam lamps. Am I wrong? In any event, these definitely have both high and low beam. The 115 has only 2 lamps obviously apart from the fog lights. They work ok too as additional close light but not too good for travel at highway speeds - if I remember right, they also go out when one switches to low beam. I do not do a lot of night driving any more but find that I need much more light than I once did. I drove the MB back from the lake 2 summers ago in the dark and it was an awful trip. I felt like I was driving through a tunnel for a good part of it. Part is 2 lane and much of the 4 lane part is close enough to the other side that one cannot run on high beam most of the time. Add to that the concern about wildlife on the road and it is not a pleasant trip. So, I am looking for better light in case I have to do it again. I had a set of the Bosch in a Chevy back in about 1975 and remember them as being good. I also had a single one in my 1979 Goldwing. I think I still have it but only one so I don't think I want to do this until I have two and it won't get actually installed until April likely as it is cold here and the car is in the garage for the duration. I put the battery tender on it yesterday and that is about all I will likely do with it until the weather warms up a lot unless I decide to haul seats inside and work on them in the basement. Randy On 13/12/2010 2:40 PM, ernest breakfield wrote: H3s? are you certain? H3 lamps are single-filament bulbs; what should be in there should be dual-filament lamps (like H4s) so you have High and Low beam from the same lamps. obviously some PO was screwing with your cars lamps; have you stood in front of them with the lights on in both High and Low to see what's actually lighting up? i've seen some examples where people have played games with putting Highs only in where the Fogs go, etc, but odds are better some DSPO took H3 lamps and tried to use them with H4 bulbs (which won't work well, as you're finding out)... no telling exactly how they'd do this since H3s have a single Pos wire lead and ground through the base as opposed to a 3-prong plug like H4s have, but it'll probably be pretty clear what's going on as soon as you pull the lamp housing out to see what's behind it. hopefully they didn't bugger up the wiring trying to use the wrong lamps! in any case, i'd recommend Cibié H4 lamps over anything else i've tried; we've got some in the family that are still performing well after a decade or more in use. Hella lamps always seemed like the difference between High and Low was too great and the lenses seemed like they cracked very quickly in all the cars our family has used them in (giving us the 'opportunity' to try something else). Sunpowers were terribly poor at directing light and harsh on glare for oncoming traffic. the rectangular IPFs i've tried also had this problem, as well as some others. if you're getting light out of the main lamps on both High and Low settings and it really is an H3 housing, chances are you have an H4 bulb in an H3 housing and need to get a proper H4 lamp housing to use with your H4 bulbs. get good ones, and you'll probably never need to replace them, and wonder why you've been living with such poor lighting for so long.;-) cheers! e On 13/Dec/10 09:07, R A Bennell wrote: Some may recall my questions about upgrading headlights on my 75 300D. Basic round 7 headlights. Currently has rather flat lenses with a Volvo name cast in and says H3. Anyone know what the difference is between H3 and H4? Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Way OT -- Food disposer/composter
How about hooking it up to something like a composting toilet? I am no expert on what is in them but essentially a means of turning the compost periodically and a fan for odour removal and maybe a heating element to dy out excess moisture seems to be mostly what is talked about on web sites that describe them. Randy On 10/12/2010 9:44 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: The basic idea would be to make it fairly easy to dump stuff in the disposer and it goes into something that I could deal with at my leisure, and not be filling up a can by the sink with veggie stuff, Out of sight, out of mind. I don't think a fully automatic system is possible, so you're probably best served by keeping your bucket small, and requiring relatively frequent servicing of it. Else you'll have a huge rotting mess to deal with periodically, turning a frequent easy chore into a periodic, messy project. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] cold starting
Ah, but the horse is in the barn and won't come out until April. Randy On 08/12/2010 5:36 PM, Fmiser wrote: R A Bennell wrote: I have been told I need to adjust the valves so that is a job for the spring. No. That is an autumn job. It is important for cold weather starting, so it's kinda like locking the barn after the horses got out to do it in the spring. -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] ain't our old MBs great
Don't know about VW's but can tell you that the 68 Chevy pickup we sold a couple of years ago was worn so that one could start it with a screw driver rather than the key. I know someone else who said theirs was the same. Randy On 09/12/2010 3:30 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Back in the 60s, there was supposedly one year during which the key to a VW beetle opened ALL VW beetles from that model year. I can't rememeber whether they also worked in the ignition but why woudln't they? Again - urban myth or fact? On Thu, Dec 9, 2010 at 3:58 PM, Bob Rentfroazbob...@gmail.com wrote: Nope.it happened to me. I have FB pictures of my car getting fingerprinted. Stole everything out of the cabin and the trunk. Bob R On Dec 9, 2010 1:09 PM, andrew strasfogelastrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Hmmm I wonder if this is an urban MYTH. On Thu, Dec 9, 2010 at 2:49 PM, glenn browng_010...@hotmail.com wrote: Forwarded from a friend: How to Lock Your Car and Why I locked my car. As I walked away I heard my car door unlock. I went back and locked my car again three times. Each time, as soon as I started to walk away, I would hear it unlock again!! Naturally alarmed, I looked around and there were two guys sitting in a car in the fire lane next to the store. They were obviously watching me intently, and there was no doubt they were somehow involved in this very weird situation. I quickly chucked the errand I was on, jumped in my car and sped away. I went straight to the police station, told them what had happened, and found out I was part of a new, and very successful, scheme being used to gain entry into cars. Two weeks later, my friend's son had a similar happening While traveling, my friend's son stopped at a roadside rest to use the bathroom. When he came out to his car less than 4-5 minutes later, someone had gotten into his car and stolen his cell phone, laptop computer, GPS navigator, briefcase.you name it. He called the police and since there were no signs of his car being broken into, the police told him he had been a victim of the latest robbery tactic -- there is a device that robbers are using now to clone your security code when you lock your doors on your car using your key-chain locking device.. They sit a distance away and watch for their next victim. They know you are going inside of the store, restaurant, or bathroom and that they now have a few minutes to steal and run. The police officer said to manually lock your car door-by hitting the lock button inside the car -- that way if there is someone sitting in a parking lot watching for their next victim, it will not be you. When you hit the lock button on your car upon exiting, it does not send the security code, but if you walk away and use the door lock on your key chain, it sends the code through the airwaves where it can be instantly stolen. This is very real. Be wisely aware of what you just read and please pass this note on. Look how many times we all lock our doors with our remote just to be sure we remembered to lock them -- and bingo, someone has our code...and whatever was in our car. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] ain't our old MBs great
So how does that work? My understanding is that I could buy more remotes for my F150 off of ebay and program them to work with the truck myself. I think there are instructions for programming in the owner's manual. There was a time when you could not get another key made unless you had 2 keys. If you only had one, then the dealer had to re-program it somehow and it took time. Now, I understand the local locksmiths can do it with one key only and it is no problem. As technology advances on things like this, the criminal element takes advantage of it too. Randy On 09/12/2010 3:15 PM, Allan Streib wrote: It does seem like it. I thought modern keyless entry systems used rotating codes so that even if you captured a code from one event it would be useless to try to replay it. Allan On Thu, 09 Dec 2010 15:09 -0500, andrew strasfogelastrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Hmmm I wonder if this is an urban MYTH. On Thu, Dec 9, 2010 at 2:49 PM, glenn browng_010...@hotmail.com wrote: Forwarded from a friend: How to Lock Your Car and Why I locked my car. As I walked away I heard my car door unlock. I went back and locked my car again three times. Each time, as soon as I started to walk away, I would hear it unlock again!! Naturally alarmed, I looked around and there were two guys sitting in a car in the fire lane next to the store. They were obviously watching me intently, and there was no doubt they were somehow involved in this very weird situation. I quickly chucked the errand I was on, jumped in my car and sped away. I went straight to the police station, told them what had happened, and found out I was part of a new, and very successful, scheme being used to gain entry into cars. Two weeks later, my friend's son had a similar happening While traveling, my friend's son stopped at a roadside rest to use the bathroom. When he came out to his car less than 4-5 minutes later, someone had gotten into his car and stolen his cell phone, laptop computer, GPS navigator, briefcase.you name it. He called the police and since there were no signs of his car being broken into, the police told him he had been a victim of the latest robbery tactic -- there is a device that robbers are using now to clone your security code when you lock your doors on your car using your key-chain locking device.. They sit a distance away and watch for their next victim. They know you are going inside of the store, restaurant, or bathroom and that they now have a few minutes to steal and run. The police officer said to manually lock your car door-by hitting the lock button inside the car -- that way if there is someone sitting in a parking lot watching for their next victim, it will not be you. When you hit the lock button on your car upon exiting, it does not send the security code, but if you walk away and use the door lock on your key chain, it sends the code through the airwaves where it can be instantly stolen. This is very real. Be wisely aware of what you just read and please pass this note on. Look how many times we all lock our doors with our remote just to be sure we remembered to lock them -- and bingo, someone has our code...and whatever was in our car. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] cold starting
Is an 83 a turbo version? I wonder if that makes any difference. My poor old NA diesel is not happy when it gets into the low to mid 30's F. It starts fine in the summer but come October here in the GWN, I am in trouble even with the block heater plugged in. I have been told I need to adjust the valves so that is a job for the spring. Of course, I have been saying that for the several years I have had the car and it gets put off because it will start in the spring. I also need to change the tranny fluid and the anti freeze etc. Also to order some more oil filters from you know who as I think I have used the last of the ones I had in stock. Randy On 08/12/2010 3:35 PM, Allan Streib wrote: I've never measured the compression. I am overdue on a valve adjustment, but it seems to be starting well so they must not be too far off. I normally would have been using the block heater but my dog chewed up my long extension cord. Thankfully it was not plugged in. I have noticed that the engine shakes more than it used to at cold idle. Goes away as soon as I touch the accelerator. Isn't there some kind of adjustment for that, rack damper or something? Or maybe my idle speed is just a bit too low? Allan -- 1983 300D On Wed, 08 Dec 2010 16:27 -0500, andrew strasfogelastrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: You're very lucky. What's the engine compression? On Wed, Dec 8, 2010 at 3:17 PM, Allan Streibstr...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: it's been under 10 degrees (F) the past three mornings, 6 degrees today, and the old 300D fired right up, block heater was not in use. For whatever the formulation changes in M1, it must still flow decently when cold, cranking speed was good. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] cold starting
No, I don't think the turbo will make a difference but how much more is different on the engine? Randy On 08/12/2010 4:04 PM, Allan Streib wrote: Yeah it is a turbo. I don't see how that would affect starting though. The turbo is not doing anything until there is some exhaust to turn it. On Wed, 08 Dec 2010 15:58 -0600, R A Bennellb...@mts.net wrote: Is an 83 a turbo version? I wonder if that makes any difference. My poor old NA diesel is not happy when it gets into the low to mid 30's F. It starts fine in the summer but come October here in the GWN, I am in trouble even with the block heater plugged in. I have been told I need to adjust the valves so that is a job for the spring. Of course, I have been saying that for the several years I have had the car and it gets put off because it will start in the spring. I also need to change the tranny fluid and the anti freeze etc. Also to order some more oil filters from you know who as I think I have used the last of the ones I had in stock. Randy On 08/12/2010 3:35 PM, Allan Streib wrote: I've never measured the compression. I am overdue on a valve adjustment, but it seems to be starting well so they must not be too far off. I normally would have been using the block heater but my dog chewed up my long extension cord. Thankfully it was not plugged in. I have noticed that the engine shakes more than it used to at cold idle. Goes away as soon as I touch the accelerator. Isn't there some kind of adjustment for that, rack damper or something? Or maybe my idle speed is just a bit too low? Allan -- 1983 300D On Wed, 08 Dec 2010 16:27 -0500, andrew strasfogelastrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: You're very lucky. What's the engine compression? On Wed, Dec 8, 2010 at 3:17 PM, Allan Streibstr...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: it's been under 10 degrees (F) the past three mornings, 6 degrees today, and the old 300D fired right up, block heater was not in use. For whatever the formulation changes in M1, it must still flow decently when cold, cranking speed was good. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners
I did, many years ago. I ran the pipe for the second floor up through a closet on the main floor into a closet on the 2nd floor and then put the outlet through the back wall of the closet into the hallway. Pipe is about 2 inches diameter if my memory is right. Our 2 story house has a duct chase in one spot that permits heating ducts, plumbing etc to go from the basement to the 2nd floor. I used that as the spot for one of the main floor outlets. Our house has a full basement and the vacuum unit is mounted in the basement. Has worked well for about 25 years. Put a new motor in it a year or so ago. Think the old one just needs bearings and brushes so I kept it but SWMBO was very anxious to have it fixed and insisted we swap motors ASAP. It had become intermittent. Sometimes would not start. Ours uses the white pipe. I think if I had to do it over, I would use the clear pipe. I once had to find a blockage and cut it out to fix the problem. Clear pipe would have made it easier to do that. The blockage was a piece of dowel about 2 inches long from kid's toys. Got caught on a T and would not turn the corner. Randy On 07/12/2010 6:39 AM, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Anyone ever retro-fit a house with central vacuum? My house is two story, has crawl space easily accessible and attic as well. I've fished various wires down the walls from above - what size piping is required for central vac? -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, December 04, 2010 10:39 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners I've been using central vacs for 42 years; 'even designed and installed systems in IBM, ATT and DuPont labs at Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, etc., while I was off active duty from USAF and playing boy-student '68-'71. Power unit for the system I've been using here for 22 years is one I made using an old Sears shop vac tank with a Lamb motor/fan assembly left over from one of the RTP jobs after I converted the RTP system to operate VERY well and nearly maintenance-free by shooting compressed air through a venturi. Wilton - Original Message - From: LWB250lwb...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, December 04, 2010 10:10 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners Central vacs are definitely the way to go. While the initial upfront cost is high, the convenience and efficiency of a central vac system blows (sucks?) away any portable vac. Not to mention not having to empty it out buy maybe once or twice a year... We have built a couple of homes with central vacs, and I would do it again without hesitation. Dan --- On Sat, 12/4/10, Curt Raymondcurtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: From: Curt Raymondcurtlud...@yahoo.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Saturday, December 4, 2010, 10:06 AM Central vac beats them all, we've got a cheap one and it'll put a drunk sorority girl to shame... Get too close to one of those plastic grocery bags and *sluurrpp* its gone! I also like that we only need to empty the thing once a year, no bags either... -Curt Date: Sat, 04 Dec 2010 09:06:38 -0500 From: Allan Streibstr...@cs.indiana.edu To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners Message-ID:1291471598.9250.1408627...@webmail.messagingengine.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii We have an Oreck. It's a good vacuum, better than the Royal it replaced, but I don't think they really live up to the legend. Open one up to change the belt---it's all plastic and the motor doesn't look like much. Hotels use them because they are light and they vacuum every day---they never have to pick up a lot of deep dirt. For pure suction, I think our Kenmore canister has the Oreck beat by a fair margin. It's not as easy to use or nearly as light, though. Allan On Fri, 03 Dec 2010 18:00 -0800, Kevin Kralykr...@comcast.net wrote: They've been making Orecks with the same basic design for 47 years, man that's a long time! The new one has a LED light on the front, hepa outer bag and hepa filter bags as well. We'll see how it stacks up to the Dyson DC14 and the old Kirby Heritage II Legend. We have plenty of a challenge for any vacuum with two low shedding Labradoodle guide dogs, a high shedding retired black Lab, a Lhasa Apso, a Maltese and a few cats. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon _ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W114
My 76 300D only has 5 digits. It showed 0990 miles on it when I got it. So, is that once around or twice or ??? Randy On 07/12/2010 12:42 PM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: On Tue, Dec 7, 2010 at 10:24 AM, Dieselhead126die...@gmail.com wrote: By not showing the 1-9 in the 100k column of the odo. When did Benz switch to 6-digit odometers? Before the /8? Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners
I can buy pipe and fittings for central vacs at Home Depot. It is not plumbing pipe but it is not unique either. I think all central vac pipe is about the same. Randy On 07/12/2010 12:46 PM, Harry Watkins wrote: The pipe I got was not sized to match up with regular plumbing pipe. I under bought thinking if I needed a little more, a short hardware store trip would work. NOT. I had to drive 80 miles and I stocked up, 13 years later and I have left over's. I didn't know about the clear, but that would be the way to go. Thanks Harry - Original Message - From: R A Bennell b...@mts.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, December 07, 2010 11:34 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners I did, many years ago. I ran the pipe for the second floor up through a closet on the main floor into a closet on the 2nd floor and then put the outlet through the back wall of the closet into the hallway. Pipe is about 2 inches diameter if my memory is right. Our 2 story house has a duct chase in one spot that permits heating ducts, plumbing etc to go from the basement to the 2nd floor. I used that as the spot for one of the main floor outlets. Our house has a full basement and the vacuum unit is mounted in the basement. Has worked well for about 25 years. Put a new motor in it a year or so ago. Think the old one just needs bearings and brushes so I kept it but SWMBO was very anxious to have it fixed and insisted we swap motors ASAP. It had become intermittent. Sometimes would not start. Ours uses the white pipe. I think if I had to do it over, I would use the clear pipe. I once had to find a blockage and cut it out to fix the problem. Clear pipe would have made it easier to do that. The blockage was a piece of dowel about 2 inches long from kid's toys. Got caught on a T and would not turn the corner. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners
By not unique I just meant that all central vac pipe seems to be the same. I don't think the various brands of central vac machines use different pipe. Randy On 07/12/2010 2:02 PM, WILTON wrote: I think it's unique to vac systems. Wilton - Original Message - From: R A Bennell b...@mts.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, December 07, 2010 2:53 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners I can buy pipe and fittings for central vacs at Home Depot. It is not plumbing pipe but it is not unique either. I think all central vac pipe is about the same. Randy On 07/12/2010 12:46 PM, Harry Watkins wrote: The pipe I got was not sized to match up with regular plumbing pipe. I under bought thinking if I needed a little more, a short hardware store trip would work. NOT. I had to drive 80 miles and I stocked up, 13 years later and I have left over's. I didn't know about the clear, but that would be the way to go. Thanks Harry - Original Message - From: R A Bennell b...@mts.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, December 07, 2010 11:34 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners I did, many years ago. I ran the pipe for the second floor up through a closet on the main floor into a closet on the 2nd floor and then put the outlet through the back wall of the closet into the hallway. Pipe is about 2 inches diameter if my memory is right. Our 2 story house has a duct chase in one spot that permits heating ducts, plumbing etc to go from the basement to the 2nd floor. I used that as the spot for one of the main floor outlets. Our house has a full basement and the vacuum unit is mounted in the basement. Has worked well for about 25 years. Put a new motor in it a year or so ago. Think the old one just needs bearings and brushes so I kept it but SWMBO was very anxious to have it fixed and insisted we swap motors ASAP. It had become intermittent. Sometimes would not start. Ours uses the white pipe. I think if I had to do it over, I would use the clear pipe. I once had to find a blockage and cut it out to fix the problem. Clear pipe would have made it easier to do that. The blockage was a piece of dowel about 2 inches long from kid's toys. Got caught on a T and would not turn the corner. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The W123 of vacuum cleaners
It does not appear to be an issue. One normally runs a wire along with the pipe anyway as it is part of the switch on the outlet setup that automatically turns on the vacuum unit when one inserts the hose end into the outlet. If there was a need for grounding, one would think they would provide a bare wire to run along with the low voltage switch wiring for the unit. We installed ours in about 1983 and apart from having one obstruction years back when the kids were little and playing with toys, and one change of motor in the unit last year, it has been fairly flawless. We did have to replace the carpet sweeper unit once too. Ours is the type powered by the airflow and not an electric unit with a cord. We added on to the house in 1987 and I tapped into the existing system to provide a couple more outlets and that was fairly easy too. Randy On 07/12/2010 4:52 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: You have to be careful with the PVC,(I'm not sure about other types of plastic) because it can build up a pretty (like REALLY) high static charge when stuff is flowing through it. Some people have used it for pipe in a central shop vac system, and have found that running a bare wire (like 14g electrical) along it (outside) and to a ground, taped down with the aluminum tape, helps keep the charge down, which could cause sparks and mayhem in a dusty environment. I even notice that in my roll-around shop vac when using a couple of hoses joined together, in the winter when it's dry you can get a nice ZAP off the thing. I don't know if that house vac stuff considers that aspect or not. --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Freezing locks, was Rust, was Parts quality
Around here, most gas stations will sell small squeeze bottles or aerosol cans of methyl hydrate to squirt into locks to unfreeze them. Might want to give that a try. I have been in the situation where I really need fuel and cannot undo the locking gas cap. I also have an electric doodad powered by batteries that is sort of like a key. The battery voltage causes the key thing to heat up and one is supposed to be able to thaw a lock with it. I have not used it and really don't know where it is but remember receiving it as a stocking stuffer one Christmas. Randy On 03/12/2010 5:59 PM, Michael Esh wrote: I have a 1984 300D and my driver's side lock freezes up at the first hint of a temperature below freezing. It is very frustrating and I to do not lock up either, for fear of not being able to unlock the next morning. I have cleaned and greased them in the past, but water seems to gravitate into the lock from rain or car washing. Mike On Dec 3, 2010, at 1:14 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: I've noticed that on my 201s as well although I've never had to pour water on. On the 123s I've seen an annoying tendency for the locks to freeze. I generally keep a wind proof lighter (the one like a small torch) around, it doesn't take much heat to clear it up. I've tried all kinds of magic substances (including graphite and other lock gunk) but nothing seems to help. These days I don't lock the doors much so I don't worry... -Curt Date: Fri, 3 Dec 2010 10:41:22 -0500 From: E Mpokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rust, was Parts quality Message-ID: aanlkti=fsvpbejpgdf_trgue1ybsnb_xcab3weuzk...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 That's one thing I found with the 300E, over our previous American cars, that had much looser door and trunk fittings. Even with a half cm of frozen ice, the American stuff would open right up. The Benz is a bear to get into! I've had to pour hot water on the Benz a few times, just to get into it. Groceries go in the back seat on days like that too. Ed 300E On 3 December 2010 10:25, Peter T. Arnoldpm7...@comcast.net wrote: OK, I flush car off with hot water. Than I wait till Easter for it to thaw. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Freezing locks, was Rust, was Parts quality
Actually, not often a problem even with going through a carwash unless there is a problem with the little doodad that closes the hole for the key. Much better now that most vehicles have remote control door locks. I rarely to never actually put the key in the lock so the little door lasts longer. Has not been all that cold here recently - just lots of snow. Supposed to cool down a bit this week and it likely will be a whole lot colder in January. However, I don't think the cold bothers me nearly so much as the darkness. We are going into that time of the year when it is dark by 5PM. Won't get much better until the beginning of February. We make up for it in the spring and early summer but right now, I could use more daylight. Randy in Winnipeg On 06/12/2010 1:15 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Judging from the current temperaturs up there, you will have plenty of opportunities to test this device. Question: if it's zero degrees F now, what will it be like in a month? Answer: About the same, only less so. On Mon, Dec 6, 2010 at 11:54 AM, R A Bennellb...@mts.net wrote: Around here, most gas stations will sell small squeeze bottles or aerosol cans of methyl hydrate to squirt into locks to unfreeze them. Might want to give that a try. I have been in the situation where I really need fuel and cannot undo the locking gas cap. I also have an electric doodad powered by batteries that is sort of like a key. The battery voltage causes the key thing to heat up and one is supposed to be able to thaw a lock with it. I have not used it and really don't know where it is but remember receiving it as a stocking stuffer one Christmas. Randy On 03/12/2010 5:59 PM, Michael Esh wrote: I have a 1984 300D and my driver's side lock freezes up at the first hint of a temperature below freezing. It is very frustrating and I to do not lock up either, for fear of not being able to unlock the next morning. I have cleaned and greased them in the past, but water seems to gravitate into the lock from rain or car washing. Mike On Dec 3, 2010, at 1:14 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: I've noticed that on my 201s as well although I've never had to pour water on. On the 123s I've seen an annoying tendency for the locks to freeze. I generally keep a wind proof lighter (the one like a small torch) around, it doesn't take much heat to clear it up. I've tried all kinds of magic substances (including graphite and other lock gunk) but nothing seems to help. These days I don't lock the doors much so I don't worry... -Curt Date: Fri, 3 Dec 2010 10:41:22 -0500 From: E Mpokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rust, was Parts quality Message-ID: aanlkti=fsvpbejpgdf_trgue1ybsnb_xcab3weuzk...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 That's one thing I found with the 300E, over our previous American cars, that had much looser door and trunk fittings. Even with a half cm of frozen ice, the American stuff would open right up. The Benz is a bear to get into! I've had to pour hot water on the Benz a few times, just to get into it. Groceries go in the back seat on days like that too. Ed 300E On 3 December 2010 10:25, Peter T. Arnoldpm7...@comcast.netwrote: OK, I flush car off with hot water. Than I wait till Easter for it to thaw. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Old Airliners
Looking for excitement? Try Qantas A380 airbus! Randy On 03/12/2010 1:32 PM, E M wrote: Lucky you! I miss the sounds of old jets, and even the different feel during takeoff. Last Airbus I was on, got me about as excited as riding a vacuum cleaner down the runway. The sound was about the same too. Ed 300E On 3 December 2010 13:10, Curt Raymondcurtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Hey, I'm actually scheduled on a DC9 next week! -Curt Date: Fri, 03 Dec 2010 09:02:38 -0500 From: Rich Thomasrichthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] OT Old Airliners Message-ID:4cf8f87e.9000...@constructivity.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed http://www.wired.com/autopia/2010/12/classic-airliners-gallery/?pid=380viewall=true --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
