Re: [MBZ] What about this schtict?

2005-12-01 Thread Tom Scordato
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SAVE-PETROL-BOOST-POWER-Easy-to-install_W0QQitemZ8019263964QQcategoryZ34221QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Regards Tom Scordato Bellefonte PA

[MBZ] FW: Truck art you won't believe!

2005-12-01 Thread BillR
...Because it isn't real!=) (sort of) Those are photoshop entries to an art contest. A few were chosen to be made into actual canvas roll-ups. http://www.rhino-award.com/sieger.php Check. Note from my son about the truck photos. BillR Jacksonville FL 904-737-2855 1981 300SD

Re: [MBZ] FW: Truck art you won't believe!

2005-12-01 Thread TimothyPilgrim
Did you notice the Mercedes truck in there? Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/30/05, BillR [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ...Because it isn't real!=) (sort of) Those are photoshop entries to an art contest. A few were chosen to be made into actual canvas roll-ups.

Re: [MBZ] What about this schtict?

2005-12-01 Thread Rich Thomas
If you put a bunch of them on your car you will become at least self-sustaining. If you couple it with the Vornado or Tornado air turbulator (lifetime guarantee!) you would start producing excess fuel, but might have to get some kind of government permit and pay taxes on your production.

Re: [MBZ] Too much security

2005-12-01 Thread OK Don
Some of the finger print readers read the temperature differences between the ridges and grooves, the one on the HP iPaq for instance. Probably wouldn't work for very long after the finger was removed. Of course, by the time the thief discovered that t dead finger didn't work, you'd still be

Re: [MBZ] 300E, 305K miles

2005-12-01 Thread Dave M.
This would be a 300E with a 3.0L, M103 inline 6 engine. It's quite a robust powerplant really, but old-school technology with quasi-mechanical fuel injection that is a real bear to keep working properly. (Don't ask how I know.) It's also underpowered, IMO. However, the engines should last a LONG

Re: [MBZ] What about this schtict?

2005-12-01 Thread Andrew Cunningham
Note Item Location: BS :) Andy On 11/30/05, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If you put a bunch of them on your car you will become at least self-sustaining. If you couple it with the Vornado or Tornado air turbulator (lifetime guarantee!) you would start producing excess fuel, but

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
where is mickey these days anyways? Jim Cathey wrote: Once upon a time I had a nice collection of images (from Mickey's site?). But I had them at work because the internet connection there was infinitely better than the 20 kbits we then had at home. Sadly, I _left_ them at work, because

Re: [MBZ] google video [some MB content]

2005-12-01 Thread OK Don
Good stuff - More MB videos: Just in time for winter - don't put up that SL !!! http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-7421809958944782442q=mercedes A 300SL (I think) in this one http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-8043955933355369405q=mercedes On 11/29/05, Andrew Cunningham [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] What about this schtict?

2005-12-01 Thread TimothyPilgrim
If it says it will increase your fuel economy, it's probably crap. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/30/05, Tom Scordato [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SAVE-PETROL-BOOST-POWER-Easy-to-install_W0QQitemZ8019263964QQcategoryZ34221QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Regards Tom Scordato

Re: [MBZ] google video [some MB content]

2005-12-01 Thread TimothyPilgrim
See, it IS fun to drive in the winter! I think my wife would prefer that our Golf didn't have a handbrake... :) Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/30/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Good stuff - More MB videos: Just in time for winter - don't put up that SL !!!

[MBZ] E300 3305Km

2005-12-01 Thread Bill Aston
One doesn't have to know much about cars--any make--to say that this must be an exceptional thing. Exceptional because of the splendid mechanical care it is had or exceptional because it is ready to fall ALL apart. In the Old Days MBUSA might feature it in their GHQ monthly magazine. --

Re: [MBZ] Bought a 190D, now what?

2005-12-01 Thread Mike Canfield
Isn't really PC to do in the PO's driveway. HUH What does that mean?? You mean you don't feel right checking out all of the oil levels and such before you take posession of the car? You're confusing me here..Mike - Original Message - From: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Re: [MBZ] google video [some MB content]

2005-12-01 Thread OK Don
This one addresses current MB quality, and is a fun review of the AMG CLS55 -- it is rather fast. http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-2029707267913597892q=mercedes -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz

Re: [MBZ] Kinda OT: Rust on cylinders

2005-12-01 Thread OK Don
You got it! Not that hard, depending on the engine stand -- On 11/29/05, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Mon, 28 Nov 2005 21:06:27 -0600 OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Turn the enigne over - then clean them. The grit, etc. will run all over your arms, not into the rings. I

Re: [MBZ] list?

2005-12-01 Thread OK Don
Same here -- On 11/30/05, TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Was for me briefly. I had nothing for a few hours, then a flood all at once this morning. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/30/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: uhh, no Luther Gulseth wrote: down?? yet

[MBZ] VW P/U

2005-12-01 Thread frederick w moir
Hi, All. I've had 2 81 VW's, Rabbit and Dasher wagon, The only fuel related problem that I had with either of them was that the hose from the tank to the fuel line, in the rear of the car , was braided hose and when checked (finally!) was found to be wet. (sound familiar?). Replacing the hose

Re: [MBZ] AKP-Wagen conundrum...

2005-12-01 Thread OK Don
You could take the scenic route to work - at least to get some cabin heat -- -- -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread OK Don
Images of what, exactly? Between the lot of us, we might have quite a collection, collectively speaking. Have any spare disk space Kaleb? On 11/30/05, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Once upon a time I had a nice collection of images (from Mickey's site?). But I had them at work because

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread Jim Cathey
Images of what, exactly? Between the lot of us, we might have quite a ISO images. Say no more Squire, nudge nudge wink wink. -- Jim

[MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Jim Keefe
160k miles, good condition, worth $5600?

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
No, not a whole lot. Will probably be adding more though pretty soon. OK Don wrote: Images of what, exactly? Between the lot of us, we might have quite a collection, collectively speaking. Have any spare disk space Kaleb? On 11/30/05, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Once upon a time I

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread OK Don
OK. My collection is more along the lines of this one. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/ -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: p180-leftfront.jpg Type:

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread OK Don
Or this one --- small, but pretty. On 11/30/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: OK. My collection is more along the lines of this one. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/ -- next part

Re: [MBZ] looks like Im going to Iowa

2005-12-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
its a 280 Sunil Hari wrote: what marks this one as a euro? headlights? The unintelligible German on the electronic thingy? On 11/30/05, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: cool euro model On Tuesday, November 29, 2005, at 07:12 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote:

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Sunil Hari
new engine or not? On 11/30/05, Jim Keefe [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 160k miles, good condition, worth $5600? ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Tom Hargrave
All depends, has the engine been replaced yet. And if not, does it use any oil? If the first answer is Yes then it's probably worth the price. If both answers are no then it's probably still worth the price as long as you understand that you may be facing engine issues in the near future. If

Re: [MBZ] Nice 300SD

2005-12-01 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Wed, 30 Nov 2005 10:10:41 -0500 John Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemrd=1,1item=4594239163sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT He has it for sale locally for $5800. ... John Peterson Kingston, RI But the auction says it's in

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread LT Don
I think I could slap another hard drive into my server, if necessary. Wink wink nudge nudge. On 12/1/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: No, not a whole lot. Will probably be adding more though pretty soon. OK Don wrote: Images of what, exactly? Between the lot of us, we might

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Wed, 30 Nov 2005 21:14:58 -0600 OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Url : http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net/attachments/20051130/34061b9d/mb5501fa366x244.jpg I double-click on the link and get, Forbidden You don't have permission to access

Re: [MBZ] Was: Turbo seal? Now OM603 compression test

2005-12-01 Thread Peter Frederick
Marshall: I know of two turbos that have failed in exactly that fashion, one on my car and one on someone else's. Both showed serious lack of boost at low speed cold and both showed excessive oil consumption. One (the MB one) blew blue smoke on acceleration. My volvo TD didn't, but the

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Peter Frederick
Yes, it's the last of the really good MBs. Peter

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread Luther Gulseth
another lovely Kaleb feature. More commonly known as a screwup. On Wed, 30 Nov 2005 23:45:23 -0600, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Wed, 30 Nov 2005 21:14:58 -0600 OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Url :

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread Zeitgeist
Images, what images? Is this just euphemistic double-speak for porn? [Mercedes content: I drove my 300D today--it was a good day to drive.] Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler (211k) '84 300D (205k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Marshall Booth
Jim Keefe wrote: 160k miles, good condition, worth $5600? Only if it has a NEW engine in it or you are willing to put one in yourself! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D

[MBZ] Intermittent Heating Question

2005-12-01 Thread dieselbenz24
My heater works fine for about the first 45 minutes of a trip and then blows just barely luke warm to cold. Is this the problem of the disintegrating tube from the dash to the thermostat unit ? Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks, Dan Elliott 82 300D-T 89kmi

Re: [MBZ] google video [some MB content]

2005-12-01 Thread TimothyPilgrim
I believe the host's name is Gordon Elliot. I like to watch his show The Genuine Article on the Fine Living channel. Top Gear is also one of the best auto shows I've seen. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/30/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This one addresses current MB quality, and is a fun review

Re: [MBZ] google video [some MB content]

2005-12-01 Thread TimothyPilgrim
And for more fun reviews of other cars: http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=top+gear I love Google Video... Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/30/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This one addresses current MB quality, and is a fun review of the AMG CLS55 -- it is rather fast.

Re: [MBZ] google video [some MB content]

2005-12-01 Thread Rich Thomas
Those Long Beach City Council Meeting vids are particularly compelling -- I can see them taking up a good part of my morning! --R TimothyPilgrim wrote: And for more fun reviews of other cars: http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=top+gear I love Google Video... Tim 1982 300TD Moby On

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread Jim Cathey
Images, what images? Is this just euphemistic double-speak for porn? No, it's EDS for something else I been pore-n over. Think 114/115 ISO CD image. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] Intermittent Heating Question

2005-12-01 Thread Jim Cathey
My heater works fine for about the first 45 minutes of a trip and then blows just barely luke warm to cold. Is this the problem of the disintegrating tube from the dash to the thermostat unit ? Any insight would be appreciated. Quite likely. If it resumes heating on MAX the chances are

Re: [MBZ] AKP-Wagen conundrum...

2005-12-01 Thread Christopher McCann
In 6 blocks I get to 40 C and don't even turn the heat on...walking would keep me warmer from body heat...being -6.5 C this morning...not sure that I would have enjoyed a 6/10 mile walk, esp with a little wind in my face. I have taken the scenic route before, taking a 25 mile or so loop

Re: [MBZ] looks like Im going to Iowa

2005-12-01 Thread Christopher McCann
I think headlights too and also the warning sign in trunk, although, like headlights, you can add that. I found one for the SD and the plastic bracket at the last OkieQ. Everything snaps right in place. (esp if Lt. Don is there to tell you that you've got the bracket turned the wrong way!)

[MBZ] Rhythmic noise coming from shift console, 93 300D

2005-12-01 Thread Lee Levitt
I'm getting a rhythmic noise coming from the shift console of my '93 300D. At first I thought it was a speedo cable noise but it's gotten louder and it's obviously coming from the console right around the shifter. I only get it on light acceleration from low speeds, but don't get it at idle, at

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread Zeitgeist
wheiuuuw, that's good to know. I'm down with that sorta pore-n, but the other kind makes me look at my wife funny and have bad dreams. On 12/1/05, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Images, what images? Is this just euphemistic double-speak for porn? No, it's EDS for something else I been

[MBZ] 350sdl

2005-12-01 Thread Constantine N. Polites
The 350SDL is worth the the $ 5,600, for the chassis alone. You must count on replacing the motor- it will fail. The motor should be purchased as a rebuilt unit from Mercedes, with a 50,000 mile guarantee or 4 years. Do not consider any other options. To do this you must be prepared to

Re: [MBZ] Images

2005-12-01 Thread L . Mark Finch
http://www.w123-turbodiesel.de/images/bildergalerie/showroom/w123- buedingen6.jpg (!) http://www.w123-club.de/html/bildergalerie/galerie.htm http://www.w123-coupe-club.de/ (click on the Gallerie link) On Nov 30, 2005, at 2:48 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: Any suggestions?

Re: [MBZ] AKP-Wagen conundrum...

2005-12-01 Thread Christopher McCann
I have been thinking more and more of taking my bike. Starting the SD at 20 degrees and driving it 6 blocks is painful. 15 miles on a bike - that's a pretty good work out. I jogged for one season and got from being able to jog for 1 minute (and getting near heart attack level) to being

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Zeitgeist
Other than the passenger side airbag, and of course the amazing Uri Geller-like rod-bending magic in the engine compartment, what's different between the '86 -'87 300SDL and '90 350SDL? Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler (211k) '84 300D

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Dave M.
Hi, Tom's answer pretty much mirrors my thoughts. Could be a really nice car if you want a late W126 diesel, and are willing to deal with potential engine problems. If you're not familiar with the ill-fated, rod-bending 3.5L diesel, here's some info for you:

Re: [MBZ] looks like Im going to Iowa

2005-12-01 Thread Loren Faeth
It is a Euro model that was not available in the USA. 280SE You can tell by the twin cam engine. They are screamers! At 08:53 AM 12/1/2005, you wrote: I think headlights too and also the warning sign in trunk, although, like headlights, you can add that. I found one for the SD and the

Re: [MBZ] Intermittent Heating Question

2005-12-01 Thread dieselbenz24
My heater works fine for about the first 45 minutes of a trip and then blows just barely luke warm to cold. Is this the problem of the disintegrating tube from the dash to the thermostat unit ? Any insight would be appreciated. Quite likely. If it resumes heating on MAX the chances are

Re: [MBZ] Intermittent Heating Question

2005-12-01 Thread Jim Cathey
It does *not* resume heating on Max. The other strange thing is that Well then it's not the foam hose. MAX bypasses all temperature control. Pull the monovalve insert and examine it for tears. 5 minutes and a screwdriver is all it takes. Don't lose any of the big washers, and remember the

[MBZ] 1991 350SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Bill Aston
I agree with all of the caution flags shown so far. BUT, having had the opportunity to ride a long distance with a friend who owned such a car, I must believe that it represents the very best possible combination of a superb ride with an economical power source. It would be a wonderful car to

[MBZ] MANNY TRANNY SLC

2005-12-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-1979-Mercedes-280SLC-4-Speed_W0QQitemZ4594459549QQcategoryZ6329QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D,

[MBZ] OH LT DON

2005-12-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-E-Class-260E-1989-Mercedes-Benz-260E-100-in-free-gas-No-Reserve_W0QQitemZ4593986843QQcategoryZ6335QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76

[MBZ] I cant believe what people will try to sell

2005-12-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1986-Mercedes-Benz-420-SEL-CLEAN-TITLE-FOR-PARTS-SALE_W0QQitemZ8019202132QQcategoryZ6783QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D,

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Loren Faeth
For my money, the 126 SDL is the best long distance car there is. Period. the end. I am not convinced there is anything newer or older that is better. They are comfortable, relatively economical, and still attractive nearly 30 years after the initial design. (I was told by someone the

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Desert Rat
Very nice interior upgrade starting in MY 1989.. On 12/1/05, Dave M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, Tom's answer pretty much mirrors my thoughts. Could be a really nice car if you want a late W126 diesel, and are willing to deal with potential engine problems. If you're not familiar with the

Re: [MBZ] this weeks ebay idiot

2005-12-01 Thread Loren Faeth
Well, he IS in Houston. At 10:59 AM 12/1/2005, you wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-240-D-83-MERCEDES-BENZ-240-TURBO-DIESEL-RUNNING-CONDITION_W0QQitemZ4594504320QQcategoryZ6329QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE,

Re: [MBZ] this weeks ebay idiot

2005-12-01 Thread Sunil Hari
I can't even tell if it's a 4-cyl or 5-cyl. The fifth injector line looks like it could be something else Also, I don't really see an ALDA ... What is this seller on? On 12/1/05, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, he IS in Houston. At 10:59 AM 12/1/2005, you wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Fuel Mileage of a Suburban with 6.2 6.5 Diesel engines

2005-12-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Both are good vehicles. The 6.2 might be a little better because it wont have the electronic IP on it. Wont have as much power though. Depending on the rear end, an older 6.2 will get anywhere from 17-18 city and 20-24 highway. The 6.5 turbo should be able to do about the same, once again,

Re: [MBZ] OH LT DON

2005-12-01 Thread Sunil Hari
what makes this so appealing to Lt Don? On 12/1/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-E-Class-260E-1989-Mercedes-Benz-260E-100-in-free-gas-No-Reserve_W0QQitemZ4593986843QQcategoryZ6335QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore,

Re: [MBZ] OH LT DON

2005-12-01 Thread LT Don
Location. Only a couple of hours away from where I live. On 12/1/05, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: what makes this so appealing to Lt Don? -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen

Re: [MBZ] 85 300D

2005-12-01 Thread andrew strasfogel
My involvement with this list shows my burning desire to become a pragmatist. On 11/29/05, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey Don, Are you sure its past tense?; ) At 12:46 PM 11/29/2005, you wrote: Don't forget that Andrew lives and works in DC, so is sort of out of touch with

Re: [MBZ] this weeks ebay idiot

2005-12-01 Thread Steve MacSween
someone claiming to be [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-240-D- 83-MERCEDES-BENZ-240-TURBO-DIESEL-RUNNING-CONDITION_W0QQitemZ4 594504320QQcategoryZ6329QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem I just asked the seller this question: Is the turbo on this car

Re: [MBZ] I cant believe what people will try to sell

2005-12-01 Thread John Peterson
But it has a clean title I'm suprised they didn't say as they often do, easy fix John Peterson - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Banned List [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2005 12:04 PM

Re: [MBZ] MANNY TRANNY SLC

2005-12-01 Thread andrew strasfogel
Crank windows and old hubcaps. Tasteless, sort of like Tom Cruise wearing high heals, Bermuda shorts and a halter top. On 12/1/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: [MBZ] this weeks ebay idiot

2005-12-01 Thread andrew strasfogel
The blue front seat covers alone are worth $1.50 (the pair). On 12/1/05, Steve MacSween [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: someone claiming to be [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-240-D- 83-MERCEDES-BENZ-240-TURBO-DIESEL-RUNNING-CONDITION_W0QQitemZ4

[MBZ] 30 MM gpy. Biodiesel Plant planned for Wyoming

2005-12-01 Thread andrew strasfogel
Firm plans biodiesel plant By DUSTIN BLEIZEFFER Star-Tribune energy reporter Thursday, December 01, 2005 http://adsys.townnews.com/33707300763902/creative/casperstartribune.net/news+rtcontophorsize.1/20657.gif?r=http://www.casperforsale.com

Re: [MBZ] 30 MM gpy. Biodiesel Plant planned for Wyoming

2005-12-01 Thread Christopher McCann
they will obviously be crushing their own seeds. Interesting. Do most BioD plants do that? Chris andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Firm plans biodiesel plant By DUSTIN BLEIZEFFER Star-Tribune energy reporter Thursday, December 01, 2005 GILLETTE -- A Wyoming-based start-up

[MBZ] W123 rear spring/trailing arm removal

2005-12-01 Thread tom savage
I need to replace a rear trailing arm on my '82 300D. I've got a new one from OkiePartz ready to go in, but I'm curious about the removal of the old one. The manual tells me I need to pull the entire rear axle assembly, but my own inspection says this is unnecessary, correct? The other

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2005-12-01 Thread Aaron Lam
Casey, The interior was upgraded, and that included the new-style seats which IMO, are infinitely many times better than the old type, pleated leather door panels instead of the flat perforated leather, and a wooden roll-top center console box. To compensate for lack of a glovebox, the

Re: [MBZ] 30 MM gpy. Biodiesel Plant planned for Wyoming

2005-12-01 Thread Rich Thomas
I heard on the radio yesterday that a new bd plant is going to built near Corpus Christi, did not say what feedstocks it would use. It sounded like it would be rather large too. I guess those high petro prices are starting to make this stuff economical -- are there tax breaks involved too?

Re: [MBZ] Intermittent Heating Question

2005-12-01 Thread dieselbenz24
Thanks to --Jim for insight into the heating question. Dan Elliott 82 300D-T 89kmi Check Out the new free AIM(R) Mail -- 2 GB of storage and industry-leading spam and email virus protection.

Re: [MBZ] 30 MM gpy. Biodiesel Plant planned for Wyoming

2005-12-01 Thread Christopher McCann
www.alphakat.de for small diesel plant that can convert LOTS of stuff to diesel...similar to the Cathage turkey guts plant, but much beter process and can be run by two guys and 1 engineer. Wonder if 10 guys could make a living at it... Chris Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I

[MBZ] What's a 300B worth?

2005-12-01 Thread Mitch Haley
http://www.auto-rv.com/default.asp?area=browsedetailadname=CHMI0320028 And here's a newer, cheaper 300: http://www.auto-rv.com/default.asp?area=browsedetailadname=8-81347

Re: [MBZ] What's a 300B worth?

2005-12-01 Thread LT Don
Same age as me, and appears to be in better physical shape. On 12/1/05, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.auto-rv.com/default.asp?area=browsedetailadname=CHMI0320028 And here's a newer, cheaper 300: http://www.auto-rv.com/default.asp?area=browsedetailadname=8-81347

Re: [MBZ] MANNY TRANNY SLC

2005-12-01 Thread Mitch Haley
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=4594459549 I can just imagine Regina stuffing prospective homebuyers in the back seat of that.

Re: [MBZ] OT GM bashing

2005-12-01 Thread David Brodbeck
John Robbins wrote: 96- Ford trucks I like, and the 96+ are super bloated and plasticy looking to me. The new new ones scream I'm compensating for something! To me the proportions of the new ones look off...that huge tall tailgate, mostly. I guess I still haven't gotten used to the

Re: [MBZ] Bought a 190D, now what?

2005-12-01 Thread David Brodbeck
John Ervine wrote: When I purchased my 280S back in August, I took the adventurous route. I packed a large bag with about 50lbs of tools in it, threw a combination lock on it so it couldn't easily be opened, and purchased a one-way ticket to DC. Unfortunately, travel by air with tools has

Re: [MBZ] OT GM bashing

2005-12-01 Thread R A Bennell
I have a 98 Ford F150 and I like the look of it well enough. I can't say that I like the 04-05 as well. They do look too big and too slab sided to me. However, check the crash statistics. The 04 and up performs much better than the earlier versions and much better than Dodge or Chevy. Sometimes

Re: [MBZ] Rhythmic noise coming from shift console, 93 300D

2005-12-01 Thread Gary Thompson
Lee, Does it do it less on coasting or acceleration? Turning right or left? I had a situation on my W123 where the transmission shift rod would know against the transmission housing due to missing bushings. Got worse when turning a sharp left turn and the rod was thrown against the tranny.

Re: [MBZ] Rhythmic noise coming from shift console, 93 300D

2005-12-01 Thread Gary Thompson
Should be knock instead of know. Darned spell checker should know what I meant, not what I typed! On 12/1/05, Gary Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Lee, Does it do it less on coasting or acceleration? Turning right or left? I had a situation on my W123 where the transmission shift rod

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb's going to Iowa

2005-12-01 Thread David Brodbeck
Loren Faeth wrote: My first car was a rusted out 56 Karmann Ghia. I took it up to the courthouse to change the title, and get the license. They told me it didn't exist. I told them it did, and they could go outside and look at it. In the end, they licensed it as a 56 bug. I think my

Re: [MBZ] Bought a 190D, now what?

2005-12-01 Thread Lee Levitt
David wrote: John Ervine wrote: When I purchased my 280S back in August, I took the adventurous route. I packed a large bag with about 50lbs of tools in it, threw a combination lock on it so it couldn't easily be opened, and purchased a one-way ticket to DC. Unfortunately, travel

Re: [MBZ] OT another VW diesel possibility for me

2005-12-01 Thread David Brodbeck
kevin kraly wrote: http://portland.craigslist.org/car/114791054.html It's a 1981 VW diesel rabbit pickup (caddy) for $1K. Owner says air gets into the fuel line because there's a bad seal on the IP. Any of you resident VW diesel guys have any ideas on this? The cure is a rebuilt pump,

Re: [MBZ] OT another VW diesel possibility for me

2005-12-01 Thread David Brodbeck
Peter Frederick wrote: There is a plug in the center of the distributor that is removed to set the timing. Any dial indicator with a long stem will work so long as you can secure it, but the sleeve that screws in to hold the indicator is very nice This place sells the sleeve and stem

Re: [MBZ] Rhythmic noise coming from shift console, 93 300D

2005-12-01 Thread Lee Levitt
Gary, Noise is prevalent only on light acceleration. I don't know whether turning has any effect. I can also minimize the noise by moving the shift lever a bit. I'm thinking transmission mounts. We just did the engine mounts and I'll bet that the combination of new engine mounts and tired

[MBZ] Glow plug reamer for OM606?

2005-12-01 Thread J.B. Hebert
Does anyone know where I can find a reasonably priced glow plug chamber reamer for an OM606 motor? The only one I've found is by Klann and costs $160 through Samstag Sales. I'm sure its quality is excellent, but I'm not going to use it often enough that I need the very best. Since I paid

Re: [MBZ] OT another VW diesel possibility for me

2005-12-01 Thread Loren Faeth
BEFORE you spend a nickel anywhere else, try running it with an auxiliary electric fuel pump, OR if stationary, hold a can of fuel up above the engine and run a hose to the fuel filter in line. Is the problem starting, or running? My Quantum would crank forever before starting. The tank is

Re: [MBZ] OT another VW diesel possibility for me

2005-12-01 Thread Zeitgeist
I also have the dial indicator setup, but have set the timing on many of these by just using the timing marks on the cam, injection pump and crank pulley. The last time I changed the timing belt on our former '96 Passat tdi, I used this method. Those particular pumps can't accept the dial

Re: [MBZ] Bought a 190D, now what?

2005-12-01 Thread R A Bennell
OR just buy some new tools when you get there. It is always nice to have a good excuse to buy tools. I have a nice ratchet that I enjoy using (along with some other stuff like sockets ) that I bought once when we were away from home and I had failed to take my toolbox with. I changed out a water

Re: [MBZ] Bought a 190D, now what?

2005-12-01 Thread Rory
One other option I used to use when I was at Xerox was I would ship parts on Greyhound and my techs in San Deigo would have them that day. Rory On 12/1/05, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: OR just buy some new tools when you get there. It is always nice to have a good excuse to buy tools.

[MBZ] MERCEDEZ-BEND 300HD

2005-12-01 Thread Steve Marci
Heres a real interesting add outa Auto Treadersometimes you gota wonder :-| NO affiliation or interest MERCEDEZ-BEND 300HD, very xlnt cond in/out, runs immac, emerald isle/palomino, very well maint'd, at, pwr st, snrf, ac, cc, pdl, pb, ps, pw, new whls, cd/stereo, tp of the line, ncst

Re: [MBZ] 350sdl

2005-12-01 Thread l02turner
Any idea how much a crate engine from MB will cost? Hmm... I wonder if that 350 engine would fit into my 240D? ;-) Sincerely, Larry T (78 240D) A Blood Test for your oil - www.youroil.net For Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Stuff http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2005-12-01 Thread l02turner
I know others have said a new MB crate engine is the only way to go -- my question is how long would the original, damaged engine last? Sincerely, Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB) A Blood Test for your oil - www.youroil.net For Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Stuff

Re: [MBZ] Bought a 190D, now what?

2005-12-01 Thread Mitch Haley
David Brodbeck wrote: Unfortunately, travel by air with tools has gotten risky. I used to know a guy who routinely did it for work. He said that once the new security regulations were enacted and he had to stop locking his tool bag, he usually lost one tool per trip. The most popular item

Re: [MBZ] Glow plug reamer for OM606?

2005-12-01 Thread Mitch Haley
J.B. Hebert wrote: Does anyone know where I can find a reasonably priced glow plug chamber reamer for an OM606 motor? If you know how wide it's supposed to be, hammer a glow plug flat until it's the right width.

[MBZ] 450SLC Headlight failure

2005-12-01 Thread Robert N Conrad
Gentlemen, Just got on this group and got a question. Was gifted a '78 450SLC and the headlights don't work except when the high beam flash switch is operated. This puts the failure in the light switch or hi/lo beam switch circuit. My question is, how do you get at the wiring behind

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