Re: [MBZ] MB filters curiosity
Dieselhead wrote: Fram is a placebo. You are about as well running NO filter as a fram. Orange cans have been getting better in recent years. The premium models are actually pretty good, but not inexpensive. (talking about the steel can filters, not MBZ inserts) What's funny is the filter inserts for GM Ecotec engines. You pull the filter cartridge out of an ACDelco box and it has MANN-GERMANY printed on it. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net writes: What's funny is the filter inserts for GM Ecotec engines. You pull the filter cartridge out of an ACDelco box and it has MANN-GERMANY printed on it. I am running a Mann filter (can type) on our Ford Focus. Allan -- Allan Streib ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
On Sun, Oct 7, 2012 at 11:20 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: do local parts stores have 'em for 123's, 124's, 126's, etc? If so, what are they - POS? 'Hope I can sleep okay tonight not knowing. ;) In a rush I have gotten filters at CarQuest. The one at Airport Blvd in Morrisville stocks common 123 and 126 parts, has a decent selection in Raleigh (2-3 hours wait), and anything from Worldpac Greensboro comes within 24 hours. They are 25-50%+ more expensive than Rusty and a lot more out of the way, but they are great in a pinch. The local Autozones no longer stock anything I want, including oils/liquids/etc. They also have a five day shipping window and demand full retail prepayment for orders. I have no idea how they make money. One Advance in Durham (Hillsborough Rd) carries limited quantities of 123 and 126 stuff. I've never seen any of the other Advances have anything MB specific, but I have not looked for filters specifically. I have had poor success with our local NAPA affiliates, for some reason. I can't really explain that; my father is a big fan of NAPA, so maybe it's just me, or the area. On the other hand if you are in Durham and need a 126 part, give me a call first because it is very possible I have one in my shed. :) Best, -Tim ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
Needed to change fuel filters on the road the other day and realized I had no spares with me. Stopped by Advance to grab a pair..primary: made in china, secondary: made in GERMANY. Don't know about oil filters there. Mike On Oct 8, 2012 12:30 PM, Tim C bb...@crone.us wrote: On Sun, Oct 7, 2012 at 11:20 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: do local parts stores have 'em for 123's, 124's, 126's, etc? If so, what are they - POS? 'Hope I can sleep okay tonight not knowing. ;) In a rush I have gotten filters at CarQuest. The one at Airport Blvd in Morrisville stocks common 123 and 126 parts, has a decent selection in Raleigh (2-3 hours wait), and anything from Worldpac Greensboro comes within 24 hours. They are 25-50%+ more expensive than Rusty and a lot more out of the way, but they are great in a pinch. The local Autozones no longer stock anything I want, including oils/liquids/etc. They also have a five day shipping window and demand full retail prepayment for orders. I have no idea how they make money. One Advance in Durham (Hillsborough Rd) carries limited quantities of 123 and 126 stuff. I've never seen any of the other Advances have anything MB specific, but I have not looked for filters specifically. I have had poor success with our local NAPA affiliates, for some reason. I can't really explain that; my father is a big fan of NAPA, so maybe it's just me, or the area. On the other hand if you are in Durham and need a 126 part, give me a call first because it is very possible I have one in my shed. :) Best, -Tim ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
It's been my experience that napa store brand filters exceed the cost of Wix by a significant amount. (in some cases the napa filter is 2.5x the price of the Wix!) I've got an application that Rusty isn't able to help me with; my choices are NAPA (ouch), Wix, and Fleetguard. FWIW, it's a Mitsibishi S4Q2 engine; 33hp @1800rpm. Any thoughts? -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Oct 8, 2012, at 12:30, Tim C bb...@crone.us wrote: On Sun, Oct 7, 2012 at 11:20 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: do local parts stores have 'em for 123's, 124's, 126's, etc? If so, what are they - POS? 'Hope I can sleep okay tonight not knowing. ;) In a rush I have gotten filters at CarQuest. The one at Airport Blvd in Morrisville stocks common 123 and 126 parts, has a decent selection in Raleigh (2-3 hours wait), and anything from Worldpac Greensboro comes within 24 hours. They are 25-50%+ more expensive than Rusty and a lot more out of the way, but they are great in a pinch. The local Autozones no longer stock anything I want, including oils/liquids/etc. They also have a five day shipping window and demand full retail prepayment for orders. I have no idea how they make money. One Advance in Durham (Hillsborough Rd) carries limited quantities of 123 and 126 stuff. I've never seen any of the other Advances have anything MB specific, but I have not looked for filters specifically. I have had poor success with our local NAPA affiliates, for some reason. I can't really explain that; my father is a big fan of NAPA, so maybe it's just me, or the area. On the other hand if you are in Durham and need a 126 part, give me a call first because it is very possible I have one in my shed. :) Best, -Tim ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
John Reames jwrea...@comcast.net writes: It's been my experience that napa store brand filters exceed the cost of Wix by a significant amount. (in some cases the napa filter is 2.5x the price of the Wix!) I've got an application that Rusty isn't able to help me with; my choices are NAPA (ouch), Wix, and Fleetguard. FWIW, it's a Mitsibishi S4Q2 engine; 33hp @1800rpm. Any thoughts? I thought NAPA filters were made by Wix. I don't know anything about Fleetguard, so if Wix is cheaper, I'd probably go with that. Allan -- Allan Streib ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
Fleetguard used to be good. I'd go with Wix or Fleetguard unless you want to buy 3 and cut them apart to see who is good/bad. Fleetguard I believe is still owned by Cummins. In 1979 Fleeguard were made by Walker Deluxe (Yep the muffler people), which was then owned by Tenneco. It's been my experience that napa store brand filters exceed the cost of Wix by a significant amount. (in some cases the napa filter is 2.5x the price of the Wix!) I've got an application that Rusty isn't able to help me with; my choices are NAPA (ouch), Wix, and Fleetguard. FWIW, it's a Mitsibishi S4Q2 engine; 33hp @1800rpm. Any thoughts? -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Oct 8, 2012, at 12:30, Tim C bb...@crone.us wrote: On Sun, Oct 7, 2012 at 11:20 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: do local parts stores have 'em for 123's, 124's, 126's, etc? If so, what are they - POS? 'Hope I can sleep okay tonight not knowing. ;) In a rush I have gotten filters at CarQuest. The one at Airport Blvd in Morrisville stocks common 123 and 126 parts, has a decent selection in Raleigh (2-3 hours wait), and anything from Worldpac Greensboro comes within 24 hours. They are 25-50%+ more expensive than Rusty and a lot more out of the way, but they are great in a pinch. The local Autozones no longer stock anything I want, including oils/liquids/etc. They also have a five day shipping window and demand full retail prepayment for orders. I have no idea how they make money. One Advance in Durham (Hillsborough Rd) carries limited quantities of 123 and 126 stuff. I've never seen any of the other Advances have anything MB specific, but I have not looked for filters specifically. I have had poor success with our local NAPA affiliates, for some reason. I can't really explain that; my father is a big fan of NAPA, so maybe it's just me, or the area. On the other hand if you are in Durham and need a 126 part, give me a call first because it is very possible I have one in my shed. :) Best, -Tim ___ http://www.okiebenz.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
[MBZ] MB filters curiosity
Friend coupla days ago was asking about my MB oil changes; 'asked where I get my oil and filters. Answer: oil (M1 Diesel truck) at Wally's; filters from our favorite Georgian, Rusty. Friend wanted to know why don't I get 'em from local parts store. Answer: Don't think they sell a filter I wanta use. I have confidence in Rusty's filters; 'don't have confidence in whatever local parts store is selling, if anything for my MB's. Oh, and Rusty's filters come to my front door. 'Don't plan to change from Rusty's filters, but now I'm just curious - do local parts stores have 'em for 123's, 124's, 126's, etc? If so, what are they - POS? 'Hope I can sleep okay tonight not knowing. ;) Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
I've occasionally seen a Fram filter cartridge or some such at the Autozone, it appears to be just a bare pleated filter element; it didn't have the separate bypass filter section. I always use an OEM such as a Mahle or Hengst from Rusty. They are handy items to pad on an order if you're close to the free shipping threshold. Allan WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com writes: Friend coupla days ago was asking about my MB oil changes; 'asked where I get my oil and filters. Answer: oil (M1 Diesel truck) at Wally's; filters from our favorite Georgian, Rusty. Friend wanted to know why don't I get 'em from local parts store. Answer: Don't think they sell a filter I wanta use. I have confidence in Rusty's filters; 'don't have confidence in whatever local parts store is selling, if anything for my MB's. Oh, and Rusty's filters come to my front door. 'Don't plan to change from Rusty's filters, but now I'm just curious - do local parts stores have 'em for 123's, 124's, 126's, etc? If so, what are they - POS? 'Hope I can sleep okay tonight not knowing. ;) Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.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 -- Allan Streib ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
In general, yes, they are not of the quality of what Mr. Q sells. often not fitting right, no bypass, or 100% bypass. Wix makes filters that are generally good, but the MB Wix filters make me real nervous. In an emergency I will use a Wix, but Mr.Q's filters are better and generally cheaper. Friend coupla days ago was asking about my MB oil changes; 'asked where I get my oil and filters. Answer: oil (M1 Diesel truck) at Wally's; filters from our favorite Georgian, Rusty. Friend wanted to know why don't I get 'em from local parts store. Answer: Don't think they sell a filter I wanta use. I have confidence in Rusty's filters; 'don't have confidence in whatever local parts store is selling, if anything for my MB's. Oh, and Rusty's filters come to my front door. 'Don't plan to change from Rusty's filters, but now I'm just curious - do local parts stores have 'em for 123's, 124's, 126's, etc? If so, what are they - POS? 'Hope I can sleep okay tonight not knowing. ;) Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
Local parts stores have crap filters for twice the price of correct Rusty ones. Rusty is the man (pun not intended) for filters! Sent from my iPhone On Oct 7, 2012, at 11:20 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Friend coupla days ago was asking about my MB oil changes; 'asked where I get my oil and filters. Answer: oil (M1 Diesel truck) at Wally's; filters from our favorite Georgian, Rusty. Friend wanted to know why don't I get 'em from local parts store. Answer: Don't think they sell a filter I wanta use. I have confidence in Rusty's filters; 'don't have confidence in whatever local parts store is selling, if anything for my MB's. Oh, and Rusty's filters come to my front door. 'Don't plan to change from Rusty's filters, but now I'm just curious - do local parts stores have 'em for 123's, 124's, 126's, etc? If so, what are they - POS? 'Hope I can sleep okay tonight not knowing. ;) Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
Advance sells Wix filters for the 616 617 engines don't know about the 60x motors. When I bought SWMBO's 240D there was one in the trunk from PO. For grins I cut it apart construction was on the flimsy side filter material was thin and not as much of it as the ones Rusty sells. I'll take the Mann or Hengst over the Wix or Fram every time. Russ On 10/7/2012 22:20, WILTON wrote: Friend coupla days ago was asking about my MB oil changes; 'asked where I get my oil and filters. Answer: oil (M1 Diesel truck) at Wally's; filters from our favorite Georgian, Rusty. Friend wanted to know why don't I get 'em from local parts store. Answer: Don't think they sell a filter I wanta use. I have confidence in Rusty's filters; 'don't have confidence in whatever local parts store is selling, if anything for my MB's. Oh, and Rusty's filters come to my front door. 'Don't plan to change from Rusty's filters, but now I'm just curious - do local parts stores have 'em for 123's, 124's, 126's, etc? If so, what are they - POS? 'Hope I can sleep okay tonight not knowing. ;) Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.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 - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2012.0.2221 / Virus Database: 2441/5316 - Release Date: 10/07/12 ___ http://www.okiebenz.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] MB filters curiosity
Fram is a placebo. You are about as well running NO filter as a fram. Advance sells Wix filters for the 616 617 engines don't know about the 60x motors. When I bought SWMBO's 240D there was one in the trunk from PO. For grins I cut it apart construction was on the flimsy side filter material was thin and not as much of it as the ones Rusty sells. I'll take the Mann or Hengst over the Wix or Fram every time. Russ On 10/7/2012 22:20, WILTON wrote: Friend coupla days ago was asking about my MB oil changes; 'asked where I get my oil and filters. Answer: oil (M1 Diesel truck) at Wally's; filters from our favorite Georgian, Rusty. Friend wanted to know why don't I get 'em from local parts store. Answer: Don't think they sell a filter I wanta use. I have confidence in Rusty's filters; 'don't have confidence in whatever local parts store is selling, if anything for my MB's. Oh, and Rusty's filters come to my front door. 'Don't plan to change from Rusty's filters, but now I'm just curious - do local parts stores have 'em for 123's, 124's, 126's, etc? If so, what are they - POS? 'Hope I can sleep okay tonight not knowing. ;) Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.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
