Re: [MBZ] SALUTE?
On Aug 26, 2012, at 11:51 PM, Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au wrote: Is every person who has gone into space a hero? Pretty much. Not exactly a safe job, statistically. Looking at the numbers, American astronauts are safer now, flying on Ruskey equipment. http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_accidents_and_incidents#section_2 Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 just *have* to share this...
My camera has a lock hook. Since mine is the cheapest there is I assumed this was standard. I use it for shed security, btw. Best, Tim On Aug 26, 2012 11:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: that is funny as hell. some good ideas below in comments too. --R On 8/26/12 7:52 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: I love this - I can't wait until I come across one of these cameras http://thereifixedit.failblog.**org/2012/03/18/white-trash-** repairs-cctv-closed-circuit-**troll-vision/http://thereifixedit.failblog.org/2012/03/18/white-trash-repairs-cctv-closed-circuit-troll-vision/ Dan __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/**archive/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://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] SALUTE!
From what I understand the extra red blood cells get filtered out pretty quick. Your body returns to equilibrium. Its a pretty amazing machine... -Curt Date: Sun, 26 Aug 2012 16:49:44 -0400 From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] SALUTE! Message-ID: 503a8be8.70...@constructivity.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed I think all of those witnesses themselves tested positive for banned substances. I had not heard about the test for plastic used in packing. But he also would have received packed cells in his cancer treatment, so is it clear that these were from later packing or residual from earlier cancer treatment? In any case, to me it is irrelevant, this guy was an amazing athlete who beat the odds, and never tested positive for any banned substances. And he enabled the Lone Star and the Stars and Stripes to fly in Paris. THWA!!! --R On 8/26/12 4:36 PM, Max Dillon wrote: Yeah, they've supposedly got witnesses. I'm sure none of those witnesses have any but the purist motives... ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] W123 300TD front sunroof seal - anyone BTDT?
Ahh crap. Remember to run a piece of weedwacker line or something like it down the drain holes... -Curt Date: Sun, 26 Aug 2012 22:39:14 -0400 From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] W123 300TD front sunroof seal - anyone BTDT? Message-ID: CAC35L=t2fdswu0e-vgowjvtceo6oaqx5tyejrdp7dgwk2ee...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 This is for the FRONT seal that attaches to the body and not the sliding piece. With the roof open roof it's easily accessible On Sun, Aug 26, 2012 at 10:10 AM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: As I remember its a very easy job but the sunroof has to be out of the car. Lube it with dish soap, slip it into the channel, easy peasy. -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] W123 300TD front sunroof seal - anyone BTDT?
It would seem a better bet to use talcum powder so there is no chance of staining the interior or overgreasing the seal. On Mon, Aug 27, 2012 at 9:49 AM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Ahh crap. Remember to run a piece of weedwacker line or something like it down the drain holes... -Curt Date: Sun, 26 Aug 2012 22:39:14 -0400 From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] W123 300TD front sunroof seal - anyone BTDT? Message-ID: CAC35L=t2fdswu0e-vgowjvtceo6oaqx5tyejrdp7dgwk2ee...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 This is for the FRONT seal that attaches to the body and not the sliding piece. With the roof open roof it's easily accessible On Sun, Aug 26, 2012 at 10:10 AM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: As I remember its a very easy job but the sunroof has to be out of the car. Lube it with dish soap, slip it into the channel, easy peasy. -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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] SALUTE!
I'll have to check with my experts on that. --R On 8/27/12 9:25 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: From what I understand the extra red blood cells get filtered out pretty quick. Your body returns to equilibrium. Its a pretty amazing machine... -Curt Date: Sun, 26 Aug 2012 16:49:44 -0400 From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] SALUTE! Message-ID: 503a8be8.70...@constructivity.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed I think all of those witnesses themselves tested positive for banned substances. I had not heard about the test for plastic used in packing. But he also would have received packed cells in his cancer treatment, so is it clear that these were from later packing or residual from earlier cancer treatment? In any case, to me it is irrelevant, this guy was an amazing athlete who beat the odds, and never tested positive for any banned substances. And he enabled the Lone Star and the Stars and Stripes to fly in Paris. THWA!!! --R On 8/26/12 4:36 PM, Max Dillon wrote: Yeah, they've supposedly got witnesses. I'm sure none of those witnesses have any but the purist motives... ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 just *have* to share this...
Time to get the sasquatch suit out. You could still have loads of fun with one of these even if you couldn't get to the SD card. Dan On Aug 27, 2012, at 8:07 AM, Tim C wrote: My camera has a lock hook. Since mine is the cheapest there is I assumed this was standard. I use it for shed security, btw. Best, Tim On Aug 26, 2012 11:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: that is funny as hell. some good ideas below in comments too. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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: Clinical depression. was: occupying the deadly 3rdrow.
On 25/08/2012 6:20 AM, Gerry Archer wrote: Gerry wrote: Persistent thoughts of suicide are probably the key symptom which indicates that a person should see a therapist. You jumped to conclusions too fast. There are zero persistent thoughts here. Again - go read what Grant wrote - he got it spot on. Thanks Gerry, Allan. mao I don't think anyone drew conclusions about your state of mind. When someone on an internet list mentions symptoms of a possibly deadly medical problem, someone is likely to point out its possible seriousness. The person with the symptom can accept or reject a suggestion that they consult a physician or therapist. It's fortunate that you don't have persistent thoughts of suicide. IMO it's good to be tough minded like Grant, but even tough minded people can be overwhelmed by lifes problems at times. Gerry P.S. I think it was Randy who first suggested that you consult someone about suicidal thoughts. ___ I never said anything about suicide. I just noticed that there seemed to be a state of ongoing unhappiness. 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] 2006 VW Jetta 2.5 gas using coolant
On 25/08/2012 4:16 PM, Max Dillon wrote: Forums were nearly useless. One jerk chastised a fellow with same question to purchase the $$$ manual, when the OP finally found the hidden screws, jerky boy chimed in with a hint that led me to realize that the entire front bumper cover, basically entire plastic face of the car, had to come off to reveal two hidden screws. Dozens of screws later the face was off, hidden screws removed, and radiator came right out. Now I'm waiting for the new radiator... My mechanic son replaced a water pump on an Audi recently. Basically, you loosen off the whole front bumper setup and slide the whole thing forward enough to get to the water pump. They made up some sort of tubing bars for the purpose. I assume they are some special purpose tool available from Audi. Way to much trouble in my humble opinion. 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] 2006 VW Jetta 2.5 gas using coolant
Randy Bennell wrote: My mechanic son replaced a water pump on an Audi recently. Basically, you loosen off the whole front bumper setup and slide the whole thing forward enough to get to the water pump. They made up some sort of tubing bars for the purpose. I assume they are some special purpose tool available from Audi. Way to much trouble in my humble opinion. Does he work on American cars? Ask him about the water pump on a 1990s GM car with 2.3 Quad Four or the later 2.4 Twin Cam. I can get a chain drive Bosch water pump for my Twin Cam Oldsmobile Achieva for $40. The bad news is it takes about seven hours to install, and very few of them went 100,000 miles before they started to leak. 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] I just *have* to share this...
Careful! There are folks out there with guns. Randy On 27/08/2012 9:50 AM, Dan Penoff wrote: Time to get the sasquatch suit out. You could still have loads of fun with one of these even if you couldn't get to the SD card. Dan On Aug 27, 2012, at 8:07 AM, Tim C wrote: My camera has a lock hook. Since mine is the cheapest there is I assumed this was standard. I use it for shed security, btw. Best, Tim On Aug 26, 2012 11:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: that is funny as hell. some good ideas below in comments too. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] 2006 VW Jetta 2.5 gas using coolant
On 27/08/2012 10:46 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: Randy Bennell wrote: My mechanic son replaced a water pump on an Audi recently. Basically, you loosen off the whole front bumper setup and slide the whole thing forward enough to get to the water pump. They made up some sort of tubing bars for the purpose. I assume they are some special purpose tool available from Audi. Way to much trouble in my humble opinion. Does he work on American cars? Ask him about the water pump on a 1990s GM car with 2.3 Quad Four or the later 2.4 Twin Cam. I can get a chain drive Bosch water pump for my Twin Cam Oldsmobile Achieva for $40. The bad news is it takes about seven hours to install, and very few of them went 100,000 miles before they started to leak. Mitch. ___ Most of the American cars he works on are antiques. http://www.sandalefabrication.com/ They do other things as well but mostly they do hot rods 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I just *have* to share this...
Waitress assured me that there were skunk-apes (sasquatch) out here in the Florida backwoods. She said her husband saw one and got a picture of it, but it turned out to be one of the locals. Gerry From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca Careful! There are folks out there with guns. Randy On 27/08/2012 9:50 AM, Dan Penoff wrote: Time to get the sasquatch suit out. You could still have loads of fun with one of these even if you couldn't get to the SD card. Dan On Aug 27, 2012, at 8:07 AM, Tim C wrote: My camera has a lock hook. Since mine is the cheapest there is I assumed this was standard. I use it for shed security, btw. Best, Tim On Aug 26, 2012 11:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: that is funny as hell. some good ideas below in comments too. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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: 2012.0.2197 / Virus Database: 2437/5227 - Release Date: 08/27/12 ___ 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] I just *have* to share this...
Gerry Archer wrote: Waitress assured me that there were skunk-apes (sasquatch) out here in the Florida backwoods. She said her husband saw one and got a picture of it, but it turned out to be one of the locals. My great great uncle used to mentor youths, and had an ape suit. Some of the guys took to running around at night in the suit to attract attention. When it hit the local newspaper, with stories of hunting parties looking for the creature, Uncle Lee had to put the ape suit under lock and key before one of them got shot. 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] I just *have* to share this...
One might think they are one and the same? --R On 8/27/12 12:10 PM, Gerry Archer wrote: Waitress assured me that there were skunk-apes (sasquatch) out here in the Florida backwoods. She said her husband saw one and got a picture of it, but it turned out to be one of the locals. Gerry From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca Careful! There are folks out there with guns. Randy On 27/08/2012 9:50 AM, Dan Penoff wrote: Time to get the sasquatch suit out. You could still have loads of fun with one of these even if you couldn't get to the SD card. Dan On Aug 27, 2012, at 8:07 AM, Tim C wrote: My camera has a lock hook. Since mine is the cheapest there is I assumed this was standard. I use it for shed security, btw. Best, Tim On Aug 26, 2012 11:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: that is funny as hell. some good ideas below in comments too. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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: 2012.0.2197 / Virus Database: 2437/5227 - Release Date: 08/27/12 ___ 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 just *have* to share this...
There are primitive families living out in these woods; some supposedly since the 1800s. We see them in the convenience stores frequently; barefoot and nothing on but cut off jeans or overalls, shaggy, no evidence of recent bathing, and some have a scent that would probably rival a skunk apes. Gerry From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net One might think they are one and the same? --R On 8/27/12 12:10 PM, Gerry Archer wrote: Waitress assured me that there were skunk-apes (sasquatch) out here in the Florida backwoods. She said her husband saw one and got a picture of it, but it turned out to be one of the locals. Gerry From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca Careful! There are folks out there with guns. Randy On 27/08/2012 9:50 AM, Dan Penoff wrote: Time to get the sasquatch suit out. You could still have loads of fun with one of these even if you couldn't get to the SD card. Dan On Aug 27, 2012, at 8:07 AM, Tim C wrote: My camera has a lock hook. Since mine is the cheapest there is I assumed this was standard. I use it for shed security, btw. Best, Tim On Aug 26, 2012 11:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: that is funny as hell. some good ideas below in comments too. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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: 2012.0.2197 / Virus Database: 2437/5227 - Release Date: 08/27/12 ___ 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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: 2012.0.2197 / Virus Database: 2437/5227 - Release Date: 08/27/12 ___ 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
[MBZ] HA!
Left work today and found that my '78 240D wouldn't start. It'd crank but wouldn't even pop. I looked around and found an irritating oil cooler leak which is all the more annoying because I just replaced the lines but couldn't find anything serious until I finally spotted the lead to the glow plug relay lying on the exhaust... I should explain that this car has at some point in the past been denuded of its proper preglow system. In its place somebody installed a remote starter solenoid which is triggered by a button in the dash. I have the pieces to restore it but rather like this unique system, until today. The wire on the exhaust had melted and obviously shorted out. I found that the fuse LOOKED fine but when I pulled a screw it came apart. Using the washer on the screw I was able to jumper to the remains of the fuse and get back on the road. Frustratingly my Car Quest couldn't come up with a replacement and I ordered from Rusty earlier today. I've send him a note to add fuses if he hasn't already sent out the order. Fortunately I do have a spare. Anyway: A. I was pleased to be able to get my car running again with just a screwdriver and some luck. 2. I think this incident illustrates a failure with my system. I push the button, the relay clicks, the light comes on but no power goes to the plugs. The light is triggered by the same electricity as the relay. I should (I think) move the light to the output side of the relay thus if the relay is not powered neither is the light. Thoughts? -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] HA!
Curt Raymond wrote: Left work today and found that my '78 240D wouldn't start. I should explain that this car has at some point in the past been denuded of its proper preglow system. In its place somebody installed a remote starter solenoid which is triggered by a button in the dash. I have the pieces to restore it but rather like this unique system, until today. My advise? Don't restore it. The original system was with series plugs and you really want parallel glow plugs. Trust me. My favorite glow system is on the car that has a button on the dash. It's a '78 that I put the special series-size-but-parallel-value glow plugs into and wired a button to a big relay under the hood. It's so good I keep threatening to change my other cars to be the same way, but I haven't yet. The wire on the exhaust had melted and obviously shorted out. I found that the fuse LOOKED fine but when I pulled a screw it came apart. Using the washer on the screw I was able to jumper to the remains of the fuse and get back on the road. Frustratingly my Car Quest couldn't come up with a replacement What?? You don't travel with a spare? Shame on you! Put a spare of each fuel filter, a couple spare glow plugs, two of each fuse, and a tail and signal lamp in some sort of box in the trunk. Never depend on a FLAPS for such easy to transport essential spares. Fortunately I do have a spare. But not in the car? 2. I think this incident illustrates a failure with my system. I push the button, the relay clicks, the light comes on but no power goes to the plugs. The light is triggered by the same electricity as the relay. I should (I think) move the light to the output side of the relay thus if the relay is not powered neither is the light. I agree. The light should indicate the glow plugs are getting power. You have an audible indication the relay coil is getting power so having a light there is not especially useful. Repeating, I would not advise restoring a factory '78 system. --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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I just *have* to share this...
At 08:07 AM 8/27/2012, Tim wrote: My camera has a lock hook. Since mine is the cheapest there is I assumed this was standard. I use it for shed security, btw. Some folks here have these trail cameras focused on their rural mailbox, if it is out of sight of the house. I know the WV and PA authorities train them on illegal dump sites along back roads. The electric power and telephone companies use them to catch thieves trying to steal their property for scrap metal. You don't want to mess with any such camera, whether on public or private land. Their owners are very serious. This is particularly true in the case of hunters. The hunters I know have these on their own property or land leased for hunting from farmers like me. The land is posted. Typically there are multiple cameras, well hidden, looking from different angles at the same place. My hunters would not be amused by pranksters fooling with their cameras. Such pranksters, if they were lucky, soon would be in court facing trespassing and vandalism charges. Dave Gilmore, Cameron WV The emotions that people attach to the state of their mental accounts are not acknowledged in standard economic theory. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] HA!
On Aug 27, 2012 6:17 PM, Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: My advise? Don't restore it. The original system was with series plugs and you really want parallel glow plugs. Trust me. Agreed, I recently switched the 77. Saves me almost an hour a month. You can put the conversion system for the car in (Rusty sells it, on the web site even) if you want an MB solution, but I don't think it would buy you much. Amusingly I had similar gp troubles last/this week, also ending in a no-start. Frustratingly my Car Quest couldn't come up with a replacement Mine had to order from the WorldPac depot, 2 days (Greensboro). NAPA offered to order from Tampa, 3 days. Rusty is of course best but the fuse blew on Saturday so I ordered three from CQ and took SWMBO's van Monday. What?? You don't travel with a spare? Shame on you! Put a I have regular fuses but not the 80A in the glove box. Now I have two extras that I hopefully don't need for a while. :) each fuse, and a tail and signal lamp in some sort of box in the I don't have lights, never considered those essential. Is there not enough redundancy? Waiting to be convinced. :) Anyway, I'm replying because SWMBO had a no start Sunday, I checked it out and the GPs were clearly not drawing but the fuse was clearly intact. I left it be and drove the van today, and tonight realized that both fuse screws had come loose and were not holding the fuse against the wire. After tightening, the plugs were drawing properly. But... A) why were both screws loose? I'm sloppy but not that sloppy... i don't think. Do the heat cycles mean these things need extra torque? 2) how can I make sure it doesn't happen again? Thanks, 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] HA!
Tim, i've been rear ended at least 8 times while sitting still with all 3 brake lights lit. 8 times. sitting freakin' still. your vision awareness might be keen enough that it's hard to imagine how bad other peoples are, but considering how much difficulty people have seeing a full-size vehicle sitting still with multiple lights on it, why would we want to risk lowering our chances of being seen by driving around with *fewer* lights? cheers! e (who always carries spare bulbs, fuses, filters, relays, oil,...) On 27/Aug/12 16:02, Tim C wrote: I don't have lights, never considered those essential. Is there not enough redundancy? Waiting to be convinced.:) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 just *have* to share this...
So would they be naming a Sasquatch or an alien as the defendant? --R On 8/27/12 6:39 PM, David Kristin Gilmore wrote: Such pranksters, if they were lucky, soon would be in court facing trespassing and vandalism charges. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Most crack I have seen in a while
Wrecked 240d for only 4k http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/3231578828.html -- Sent from Craigslist Pro for iPhone and iPod Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Spares and fuses. Was: HA!
Fmiser wrote: each fuse, and a tail and signal lamp in some sort of box... Tim C wrote: I don't have lights, never considered those essential. Is there not enough redundancy? Waiting to be convinced. :) Well, that's not all that _I_ carry. But I figure that to be the short list of spare to keep on hand. Why the replacement lamps? Because I really like being sure others see what I'm doing. It is a safety item, and I to have those working. Always. Then if that wasn't enough, I once (years ago) I talked my way out of a probable ticket because I had a spare with me. The friendly officer was pretty worked up about the missing tail (or was it brake... too many years ago, I'm not remembering.) light. I said, Okay, I'll fix it right now and so while he was calling in my license I was changing the lamp. Would he really have written me a citation for a lamp out? It sure sounded like that's where it was going. But disaster was averted. *smiles* ... both fuse screws had come loose and were not holding the fuse against the wire. After tightening, the plugs were drawing properly. But... A) why were both screws loose? I'm sloppy but not that sloppy... i don't think. Do the heat cycles mean these things need extra torque? Metal can cold creep. Especially with thermal cycling. So while I don't think I have ever had any come loose, I can conceive that they could. 2) how can I make sure it doesn't happen again? Spring washer? Hmm. Are there supposed to be ones there already? short break while I run out with a flashlight [torch]) I just checked a few cars here. All have spring washers on those screws. The '78 might not. I used the original fuse holder, but put the bigger fuse in it when I wired in the big relay for the manual glow plugs. Are you missing the split ring spring washers on those screws? -- 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Most crack I have seen in a while
On Mon, 27 Aug 2012 22:40:13 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Wrecked 240d for only 4k http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/3231578828.html Most crack I have seen in a while That's for sure! The damage is minor, the pictures show everything. But there aren't any pictures. And then there is his list of things that are wrong! 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] eerie similarity
Isaac Almost 7 years to the day from Katrina very similar path. Looks to hit Nawlins straight on. Not too dangerous looking a couple days out. will it do the same things? Get way strong? turn to Gulfport/Biloxi? Board up and best wishes to all in its path! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Car show/try this one
Works fine on Firefox. https://picasaweb.google.com/117530990844305295379/2012MBCASEATTLECARSHOW 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
Re: [MBZ] Car show/try this one or look at last years
Well I found last years effort https://picasaweb.google.com/117530990844305295379/2011MBCASEATTLECARSHOW but even my foxy fire won't show the latest offerings. Perhaps Roger is teasing us to get all excited? Hendrik who will just have to go over last years pictures till Roger gets his act together On 28/08/12 14:09, relng...@aol.com wrote: Works fine on Firefox. https://picasaweb.google.com/117530990844305295379/2012MBCASEATTLECARSHOW 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
[MBZ] Car show #3
I made a change to public so try again. https://picasaweb.google.com/117530990844305295379/2012MBCASEATTLECARSHOW 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
Re: [MBZ] Car show #3033
Finally...better be worth the wait of 5 minutes. Hendrik who will be studying the pictures closely for any schmutz On 28/08/12 14:22, relng...@aol.com wrote: I made a change to public so try again. https://picasaweb.google.com/117530990844305295379/2012MBCASEATTLECARSHOW 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] A Diesel 124 That Gets 50 mpg
Wow! A real aircraft with a round engine, interesting wheel chock. We just got back from vacation, one of the destinations was the Evergreen Air Space museum in McMinnville OR. They had plenty of roundies there, as well as their main draw the Spruce Goose. That thing's big. We paid extra for the cockpit tour, and a photo with my son wearing Hughes' hat. Worth it. The museum is very nice, I thought. -- 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] Mistakes again WAS: Lost again?
Unlike current US savings bonds, which stop earning interest when they mature, war bonds continue earning interest until surrendered. So did my $50 Series E (?) that was bought for me as a baby in '60. I finally cashed it in to tide me over until I got my very first paycheck post-BS. I recall it was about $125 or so, the interest rate post-maturity was very small compared to the maturation rate. I couldn't think of a better way to have spent it! (I was pretty much broke except for that, and decided not to tap the parental units any more. What else was I going to use it on, anyway?) -- 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
