Re: [MBZ] Friday Moose story

2005-11-12 Thread L . Mark Finch
Yes, but there's a question as to whether the inebriated ungulates were drunken moose or sozzled elk. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/4419876.stm On Nov 11, 2005, at 5:34 PM, Rick Knoble wrote: Did anyone post this earlier in the week?

Re: [MBZ] cheap 190D, its runs grate

2005-11-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
if you give me the vin, and no, Im not going to the auction, Im too lazy Tan Qu wrote: Kaleb, Can you pull the Carfax record on this runs grate 190D? It is only 20 miles from me. Thanks. Tan --- Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

[MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers

2005-11-12 Thread TimothyPilgrim
What the Canadian military is driving in Afghanistan now. http://www.combatcamera.forces.gc.ca/netpub/server.np?finddefaultjoin=andfield=Keywordsop=containsvalue=+field=Keywordsop=containsvalue=mercedessite=combatcameracatalog=photostemplate=results_e.npsorton=IPTC%20-%20DateCreatedascending=0

Re: [MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers

2005-11-12 Thread Marshall Booth
TimothyPilgrim wrote: What the Canadian military is driving in Afghanistan now.

Re: [MBZ] Beer enema

2005-11-12 Thread redghost
I guess if you need to live in a storage unit, that is as good a place as the next to cook meth. Democrats just love to enable the meth heads, Makes them feel good to have full use of all public services, like the cops, the rehab centers, child protective, the jails and courts, get crackhead

Re: [MBZ] Cupholder for E320

2005-11-12 Thread James Jetton
Yes, they did put phones in. With hands free capability. James Jetton [EMAIL PROTECTED] 1987 560 SEL 1982 300D Turbo From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sat Nov 12 01:38:27 2005 Received: from zproxy.gmail.com ([64.233.162.196]) by server1.arterytc1.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1EakLa-0004hz-U4

Re: [MBZ] Good deal here

2005-11-12 Thread redghost
Somebody got screwed, and she is mad that it was his secretary, so away goes his toy On Friday, November 11, 2005, at 02:27 PM, Lee Levitt wrote: Is there any chance that it's *not* a scam? http://boston.craigslist.org/car/110471278.html Lee '93 300D 2.5L td 178K

Re: [MBZ] Deux Chevaux

2005-11-12 Thread B Dike
I drove a 2CV to school as a kid. Great mileage but not good in snow because of low clearance and the pan below the engine would ride up over the snow and leave the wheels high and dry. But a couple kids could lift the car up and move it. The door windows were hinged and opened by flipping them

Re: [MBZ] Beer enema

2005-11-12 Thread OK Don
Yup - those same democrats here in Okie land made the meth stock -cold medicines - behind the counter drugs. The police seem to think it has at least made a dent in the number of meth labs here. On 11/11/05, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I guess if you need to live in a storage unit, that is

Re: [MBZ] Good deal here

2005-11-12 Thread OK Don
Sheesh - did you see the plumbing in front of the radiator? On 11/11/05, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Somebody got screwed, and she is mad that it was his secretary, so away goes his toy -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the

Re: [MBZ] Beer enema

2005-11-12 Thread redghost
http://www.oweb.com/state/story/202005_staWV--PainPatch-M0065.asp Just do what Lt Don does On Wednesday, November 9, 2005, at 06:42 PM, Zeitgeist wrote: Hey, what part of all will be forgiven did you not understand??? Just send the freakin meds, man On 11/9/05, redghost [EMAIL

[MBZ] NOLA refugees

2005-11-12 Thread redghost
http://www.thestranger.com/seattle/Content?oid=25131 And they did not invest in a Benz with the loot? -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz

Re: [MBZ] OK Don's phat new ride

2005-11-12 Thread OK Don
I replaced the engine mounts today (thanks Rusty) - it's a MUCH nicer ride with the engine off the frame! The left side was completely collapsed. The tranny mount is scheduled for tomorrow since it's the same age. While I'm there, I'd like to adjust the shifts a bit. They're soft, almost to the

Re: [MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers

2005-11-12 Thread Gabriel S.
wow, those things look cool when set up like that (narrow tires, roof rack), it's a shame to see them sitting on 25 chrome rims in compton.

Re: [MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers

2005-11-12 Thread Gabriel S.
are the military versions diesel powered?

Re: [MBZ] GOOD DEAL HERE

2005-11-12 Thread PONDERSOA
In a message dated 11/11/2005 5:28:25 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://boston.craigslist.org/car/110471278.html hm sounds kinda fishy to me what i would do if you are interested in this car you can probably ask the seller for a test drive but before

Re: [MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers

2005-11-12 Thread Gerald R. Flintrop
Those out here at Camp Pendleton's SOG motor pool are. Jerry -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gabriel S. Sent: Friday, November 11, 2005 6:17 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers are the military versions

[MBZ] Liberal cop heaven

2005-11-12 Thread redghost
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/248016_basney11.html Another reason Seattle is such a great place. It is a wonder the crooks even get caught. Must be the social services -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel

Re: [MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers

2005-11-12 Thread dave walton
What's the square box thing above the passenger (right) front wheel? -Dave Walton On 11/11/05, TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What the Canadian military is driving in Afghanistan now.

[MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Rick Knoble
http://nashville.craigslist.org/car/110597913.html No affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble 1985 300 CD

Re: [MBZ] Good deal here

2005-11-12 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Craigslist in Boston now sez: This posting has been removed by craigslist staff ://boston.craigslist.org/car/110471278.html Lee From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sat Nov 12 04:27:29 2005 Received: from smtp.knology.net ([24.214.63.101]) by server1.arterytc1.net with smtp (Exim 4.52) id

Re: [MBZ] Beer enema. meth. facts

2005-11-12 Thread PONDERSOA
In a message dated 11/11/2005 8:53:23 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Yup - those same democrats here in Okie land made the meth stock -cold medicines - behind the counter drugs. The police seem to think it has at least made a dent in the number of meth labs here

Re: [MBZ] Liberal cop heaven

2005-11-12 Thread PONDERSOA
In a message dated 11/11/2005 9:41:26 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/248016_basney11.html wooha!!! he ...met ... a drunk complainant ...and took her home and smutted her??? ohy vey unbelievable! collins 1985 500 sec

[MBZ] OT: For the Jeep freaks, interesting Grand Wagoneer

2005-11-12 Thread Alex Chamberlain
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=4587334405 I'm kind of toying with getting one of these. Seems like the price of gas is driving down the used prices of all big SUVs and such. This one looks nice, but look at the under-the-hood pics. What's up with the driver's side

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Hi All. IIRC, the 190D was imported for a verrry short time. Marshall could correct me. But, in a drag race a 240D wins against the 190D. And I'm not home so I don't have my Nitske book to check that out. For anyone driving a congested city commute w/high speed merging..

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread OK Don
Disregarding the gearing possibilities-- the 190D should be faster -- 123 chassis 240D - 3250 Lb and 67 HP 201 chasis 190D - 2700 LB and 72 HP 240D - 48.5 Lb/HP 190D - 37.5 Lb/HP The 190D was imported from '84 thru '86 best that I can tell. On 11/11/05, Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Desert Rat
PTWRONG. This is the 123 HP 5 cylinder TURBO diesel (same engine found in the 124). It'll blow other MB diesels into the weeds. Very rare car. On 11/11/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Disregarding the gearing possibilities-- the 190D should be faster -- 123 chassis 240D - 3250

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Zeitgeist
Jeepers folks, that's a gen-yoo-wine rare find, and a killer price as well! Hope someone near there nabs it up, and quick. I wouldn't think twice about picking that thing up, and right now--seriously. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: '87 300TD intercooler (210k) '84 300D (205k) Gashuffer: '89

[MBZ] An SD in the new movie Derailed?

2005-11-12 Thread Brian Chase
Dieselers, While I'm not a movie guy, I've seen a couple traliers for the new Jennifer Anniston movie Deralied and they both had shots of what appeared to be a late '80s 300SD. Actually, it's probably not a diesel - not sure the klatta is so much cut out for stunt work, but at any rate,

Re: [MBZ] 1992 Olds 98

2005-11-12 Thread Brian Chase
Yes, those 440s tend to pull like a freight train too, right from idle. Wasn't going to mention it, but with all the posts regarding old American steel, I'm going to throw out there that I have pretty much decided to sell my '68 Coronet 500 two door coupe. She was my first car - had 'er since

Re: [MBZ] OT: For the Jeep freaks, interesting Grand Wagoneer

2005-11-12 Thread Trampas
Looks like spare radiator hoses. One on driver's side and second on passenger... Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alex Chamberlain Sent: Saturday, November 12, 2005 12:44 AM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: [MBZ] OT: For the

Re: [MBZ] OT: For the Jeep freaks, interesting Grand Wagoneer

2005-11-12 Thread Trampas
Also note the new radiator. I would wonder if the engine was overheated. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Trampas Sent: Saturday, November 12, 2005 4:51 AM To: 'Mercedes mailing list' Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: For the Jeep freaks,

[MBZ] Cell phones

2005-11-12 Thread BillR
-Dave M. (one of the last people on planet Earth who does not own a cell phone!) Dave - You are far from the last. Neither of my grandsons have them yet, and one of them is almost a year old. ;-) BillR [Who pulls off the road to talk on his] Jacksonville FL 904-737-2855 cell 904-707-0404

Re: [MBZ] Beer enema. meth. facts

2005-11-12 Thread Ed Booher
On 11/11/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: well let me say this about that the reason over the counter medicines have been placed behind the counter ( if so they can not be easily shoplifted ) I believe you are saying that they have been set behind the counter so that they

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Ron Dwelle
Bt!!! Wrong. The 190D, especially the turbo, is a hot little car. Unfortunately, the one advertise on the Nashville Craig's list is not a turbo, in spite of the ad. Actually the non-turbo model is not that bad, acceleration wise. No comparison with a 240D. If I drove either of the 190Ds

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Ron Dwelle
No, the 190D 2.2 was imported 1984 and 1985. The 2.5 was imported 1986 through 1989. The turbo model was imported only in 1987. Ron Dwelle On Nov 12, 2005, at 1:02 AM, OK Don wrote: The 190D was imported from '84 thru '86 best that I can tell.

Re: [MBZ] OK Don's phat new ride

2005-11-12 Thread Hans Neureiter
There is a rubber cap on the modulator (3/4 dia.). Underneath is a T-handle resting in detents. Pull it out and turn it. Left is softer, right is harder (unless Kaleb says otherwise). On 11/11/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I replaced the engine mounts today (thanks Rusty) - it's a MUCH

Re: [MBZ] Beer enema. meth. facts

2005-11-12 Thread Mike Canfield
I have to add to that a bit..ALL of those chemicals are not used at once in Hitler's brew. Many of them can be substituted for others. I have read the ingredients and watched a local law enforcement team show a class on how it is made. I also know a couple idiots who used to make it

Re: [MBZ] Cell phones

2005-11-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Heck, my kids dont have one, and they are 8 and 10. BillR wrote: -Dave M. (one of the last people on planet Earth who does not own a cell phone!) Dave - You are far from the last. Neither of my grandsons have them yet, and one of them is almost a year old. ;-) BillR [Who pulls off the road

Re: [MBZ] OK Don's phat new ride

2005-11-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
you got it right. Hans Neureiter wrote: There is a rubber cap on the modulator (3/4 dia.). Underneath is a T-handle resting in detents. Pull it out and turn it. Left is softer, right is harder (unless Kaleb says otherwise). On 11/11/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I replaced the engine

Re: [MBZ] Liberal cop heaven

2005-11-12 Thread Mike Canfield
Who cares if he got some from her but to use the TAXPAYERS time and equipment as well as shirking his official duties demands some sort of reprimand. Mike - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, November 11, 2005 11:47 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] OT: For the Jeep freaks, interesting Grand Wagoneer

2005-11-12 Thread Mike Canfield
Alex, I owned SEVERAL of those full size (They are hardly as big as what is full size now.park one next to an Excursion.)Waggies...They are great vehicles...The electrical systems can be somewhat of a nightmare at times and if it has Quadra-Trac the chain in the t-case should be

[MBZ] eBay 300d in Georgia

2005-11-12 Thread Rick Knoble
Appears to need s B2 piston... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982-Mercedes-Benz-300D-Good-body-Good-engine_W0QQitemZ4587966375QQcategoryZ6330QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem No affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble 1985 300 CD

Re: [MBZ] OT: For the Jeep freaks, interesting Grand Wagoneer

2005-11-12 Thread Mike Canfield
Alex, After reading the ad I would not bid without an in person inspection. Why do they say the oil pressure sending unit needs replaced? Is this a typical AMC 360 with a bad oil pump? Does it have oil pressure? The skip they mention is probably carb related. No fun to rebuild or work on

Re: [MBZ] OT: For the Jeep freaks, interesting Grand Wagoneer

2005-11-12 Thread Peter Frederick
A buddy of mine has one of the old Cherokee pickups (age unknown) he got for towing it home -- needed a carburetor, I think. Pretty distinctive now -- paint roller paint job, it really stands out! -- and gets a whole 10 mpg! He's a college student, so is making do. Seems to run fine and is

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Zeitgeist
Ron, it has the slotted right front fender, which makes it a 2.5 turbo, assuming it wasn't swapped after a crash--correct? See this pic: http://www.johndevine.com/benz/benz%20001.jpg On 11/12/05, Ron Dwelle [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bt!!! Wrong. The 190D, especially the turbo, is a hot

Re: [MBZ] Cell phones

2005-11-12 Thread Harry Watkins
I was never going to get one until I was right behind three cars that smashed into the inside barrier right after a short downpour. We were on I-75 (speedway) south of Lakeland FL and I had no way to get help. Of course someone else did, whew. So I got a Tracfone to keep in the car, $100 a year

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Ron Dwelle
Yup, you're right. I was looking at the lack of a badge on the trunk. Trunk must have been replaced/repaired/repainted. Ron On Nov 12, 2005, at 11:01 AM, Zeitgeist wrote: Ron, it has the slotted right front fender, which makes it a 2.5 turbo, assuming it wasn't swapped after a crash--correct?

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Rick Knoble
For $1200 I wish some one here would buy it. That is why I posted it. I don't have $1200 to spare. Even if it isn't a turbo, it IS a pretty good deal. If it is a turbo, it is an extreme bargain... Rick Knoble - Original Message - From: Ron Dwelle [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Ron Dwelle
It's sold. Ron Dwelle On Nov 12, 2005, at 12:12 PM, Rick Knoble wrote: For $1200 I wish some one here would buy it. That is why I posted it. I don't have $1200 to spare. Even if it isn't a turbo, it IS a pretty good deal. If it is a turbo, it is an extreme bargain... Rick Knoble -

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Marshall Booth
Rick Knoble wrote: http://nashville.craigslist.org/car/110597913.html There were 3 190Ds brought officially to the US. There was the 201.122 190D 2.2 brought to the US in '84-'85. 72 HP, 0-62 mph ~19 sec (that's 5+ sec faster than a 240D) highway mpg ~36-37 (more economical than a 240D

Re: [MBZ] OT: For the Jeep freaks, interesting Grand Wagoneer

2005-11-12 Thread Alan Duff
I have a '85 Grand Wagoneer that I've owned for a couple of years. The problem areas are: The oil pumps are a known wear out item and are housed in the aluminum timing cover. Wear results in low oil pressure and the fix usually requires both to be replaced. Mine went from 15 psi to 60 psi at

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Ron Dwelle
Yes, I called the guy as soon as the note from Rick appeared on the list. The seller had listed the car Thursday, and when I called him on Friday, he already had a deposit on the car. The buyer was supposed to show up 8 am Saturday morning with the cash. I asked the buyer to let me know. He

[MBZ] Valve adjustment - 617.95. engine - crazy idea?

2005-11-12 Thread Hans Neureiter
Since the valve adjustment job is fairly easy but a PITA, why not adust the valves a bit looser than specs, i.e. .005/.015 instead of .003/.013. This would throw the timing off a hair, open a little later and close a bit sooner. But will it be significant enough to notice? The benefit being longer

Re: [MBZ] OK Don's phat new ride

2005-11-12 Thread OK Don
Thanks! Just to be sure, the modulator with the adjustment is the part on the side of the tranny, not the source of vacuum on the back of the IP? On 11/12/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: you got it right. Hans Neureiter wrote: There is a rubber cap on the modulator (3/4

Re: [MBZ] Valve adjustment - 617.95. engine - crazy idea?

2005-11-12 Thread Peter Frederick
Hans: If you use good oil (synthetic is best) you will find that you don't need to do much adjustment. Set to specs, the difference in performance can be noticeable. Peter

[MBZ] Cup holders and phones

2005-11-12 Thread wilton strickland
Color-coordinated, folding drink holders ($39.95) in my 91 350SDL break easily wilth passengers' careless knee bumps. 'Stiil using phone installed in 91 350SDL in '91; Motorola Microtac in the 87 300D. Both have hands free features, but we pull over/stop to use them, or let pass. do calling.

Re: [MBZ] Cupholder for E320

2005-11-12 Thread TimothyPilgrim
Which have been shown to be just as dangerous as handheld ones... Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/11/05, James Jetton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, they did put phones in. With hands free capability. James Jetton [EMAIL PROTECTED] 1987 560 SEL 1982 300D Turbo

Re: [MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers

2005-11-12 Thread TimothyPilgrim
I hear that. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/11/05, Gabriel S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: wow, those things look cool when set up like that (narrow tires, roof rack), it's a shame to see them sitting on 25 chrome rims in compton.

Re: [MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers

2005-11-12 Thread TimothyPilgrim
I was wondering that myself. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/11/05, dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What's the square box thing above the passenger (right) front wheel? -Dave Walton

Re: [MBZ] Cupholder for E320

2005-11-12 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Yup. It's the mental distraction, not the physical, that matters. On 11/12/05, TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Which have been shown to be just as dangerous as handheld ones... On 11/11/05, James Jetton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, they did put phones in. With hands free

Re: [MBZ] att Bio Fans

2005-11-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
you should post that to the biodiesel list. George Gregory wrote: http://msnbc.msn.com/id/10003067/ http://www.dailysentinel.com/news/content/gen/ap/TX_Willie_Nelson_Biodiesel. html ___ GG ___ For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
no, the good deals dont last long. Y'all dont even want to know about the steal deal I just brought home. Ron Dwelle wrote: Yes, I called the guy as soon as the note from Rick appeared on the list. The seller had listed the car Thursday, and when I called him on Friday, he already had a

Re: [MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers

2005-11-12 Thread Rich Thomas
Snorkle intake for when you drive across rivers? The Hummers in my neighborhood have them, but when they would have been needed in the hurricane all their owners took off,. wimps. --R TimothyPilgrim wrote: I was wondering that myself. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/11/05, dave walton [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread Tan Qu
The W201 diesels in good conditions are hard to find come by. I just lost on bidding one (1988 190D) located only 20 miles from me. That was almost one owner car (seller's grandpa bought new in 1988). I am looking for one to replace my unfortunate '82 240D that people here seem to like to run into

Re: [MBZ] cheap 190D, its runs grate

2005-11-12 Thread Tan Qu
Sorry about that. I lost bid on that one, only by less than $100. Whoever won it got a good deal. Tan --- Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: if you give me the vin, and no, Im not going to the auction, Im too lazy Tan Qu wrote: Kaleb, Can you pull the Carfax record on

[MBZ] G Class to continue

2005-11-12 Thread George Gregory
Mercedes To Continue Producing G-Class Posted on November 11, 2005 at 8:52 AM CST Despite earlier rumors that Mercedes may be replacing the legendary G-Wagon with the upcoming GL-Class, DaimlerChrysler has officially announced today that they will continue producing the G-Class in coming years.

Re: [MBZ] For G-Wagon Lovers

2005-11-12 Thread TimothyPilgrim
They've got the snorkles, but there's also a big rectangular box on the passenger fender. I have no clue what it might be. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/12/05, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Snorkle intake for when you drive across rivers? The Hummers in my neighborhood have them, but when

Re: [MBZ] Craig's List Nashville 190D

2005-11-12 Thread TimothyPilgrim
Let me guess, a 190D that Tan was bidding on and lost by $100? Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/12/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: no, the good deals dont last long. Y'all dont even want to know about the steal deal I just brought home.

Re: [MBZ] Valve adjustment - 617.95. engine - crazy idea?

2005-11-12 Thread Marshall Booth
Hans Neureiter wrote: Since the valve adjustment job is fairly easy but a PITA, why not adust the valves a bit looser than specs, i.e. .005/.015 instead of .003/.013. This would throw the timing off a hair, open a little later and close a bit sooner. But will it be significant enough to notice?

Re: [MBZ] Valve adjustment - 617.95. engine - crazy idea?

2005-11-12 Thread OK Don
Reduced cam follower wear? Only reason I can think of -- It's been reported (rather frequently) that the use of Mobil synthetics will reduce the need for valve adjustment (but I don't know why that might be). I KNOW it reduces timing chain wear (I've measured that) by about half and I

Re: [MBZ] Valve adjustment - 617.95. engine - crazy idea?

2005-11-12 Thread Peter Frederick
Three things, really, I would guess -- reduced wear on cam follower and adjuster nut (also reduced wear on the cam lobe, but that won't affect clearance), reduced wear on guides (and hence better seating and reduced wear on seat), and less ash in the combustion chamber since there is less

Re: [MBZ] G Class to continue

2005-11-12 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Lots of cheap early-'80s G-wagens on ebay.de. If =25 years old, they no longer need to pass EPA and NHTSA to be imported. Flights to Europe are cheap---go over there, find a good one, ship it back---it'd still be cheaper, all told, than a used one that's already here, let alone a new one. Alex

Re: [MBZ] Valve adjustment - 617.95. engine - crazy idea?

2005-11-12 Thread Marshall Booth
OK Don wrote: Reduced cam follower wear? Only reason I can think of -- It's been reported (rather frequently) that the use of Mobil synthetics will reduce the need for valve adjustment (but I don't know why that might be). I KNOW it reduces timing chain wear (I've measured that) by about half