[MBZ] W108 4.5 - save me from myself

OK everyone, this is your last chance to save me. I'm about to take the plunge on a beautiful 72 280SEL 4.5 (as a consolation, I also bought a 79 300D beater today). Here are the details on the 4.5: POSITIVES: 93,000 original California miles, confirmed with service docs and the condition of

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

yes they'd work together directly (called Simplex), no they don't require a repeater. i'm still waiting to see if anyone's going to ask if it's legal to use the frequency these are reportedly on without licensing,... ;-) cheers! e Mitch Haley wrote: > My question would be "do they work

Re: [MBZ] The evil broken lug bolt on my 300 SDL

Ouch. Fronts you can remove the hub fairly easily, rears you are stuck since you cannot get to the rear end of the bolt. I think I would be in the same position you are. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.b

Re: [MBZ] 1996 W210 E300D diesel leak, any suggstions(DR.BOOTH HELP)

I just aquired a 1996 W210 E300D 197k miles everything is in FANTASTIC condition . One thing i notice is a slow diesel leak which seems to originate from the IP. Not very sure if it is in fact the IP since it is not out in the open like on my W126 or W123. Any experience with this model or any su

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

Will have a radio2radio range of approx 5-10 miles, depending on the terrain and buildings. Maybe less if it's not flat/treeless like Kansas/Nebraska/SD/ND/etc. Luther On Sun, 23 Sep 2007 23:48:13 -0500, Luther <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > VHF > > On Sun, 23 Sep 2007 22:29:48 -0500, Redghost

Re: [MBZ] wireless security

just use WDS restrictions and limit the MAC address that can log into the network. It's easy and then you don't have to remember what the password(s) are. Luther On Sun, 23 Sep 2007 20:33:08 -0500, Bill Ringgold <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > A while back there was discussion of internet wirel

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

VHF On Sun, 23 Sep 2007 22:29:48 -0500, Redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Ok, based on the freq these things are using, is it VHF or UHF? > > 154.600 > > On 23 Sep 2007, at 16:02, Luther wrote: > >> VHF is FM; UHF is FM >> Very High Frequency >> Ultra High Frequency >> Frequency Modulation >>

Re: [MBZ] 300SD on the road

An actual running 140 diesel seen.

Re: [MBZ] The evil broken lug bolt on my 300 SDL

Peter, Its a rear wheel darn it. Fred, when I asked about this before, there was a warning to not use heat, but maybe a stick welder would keep it local to the bolt. I really needed one of those reverse socket thingy. I think craftsman sells them and that may be the answer to this problem Two m

Re: [MBZ] Hello again

Well, I care about as much as you care that the Port Adelaide Power are in the AFL Grand Final this weekend, after all the footy experts predicted that they would not even make the finals this year. Tomorrow morning will be spend trying to get tickets. Anyway good luck to your team, may they tear

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

These work together and get good signal strength. Both have the rechargeable battery, but one is dead, so I had to use a 9v to power the dead one. clay On 23 Sep 2007, at 17:38, Mitch Haley wrote: > > My question would be "do they work together or do they require a > repeater > tower tha

Re: [MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

I haven't had a chance yet to give it a good test drive but was able to shift between the gears while stationary. It seemed normal. It's just that I am a great believer in always trying to buy a car without a tow bar but beggars can't be choosers and it is not like there are half a dozen to choo

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

Ok, now it is clear and not so muddy. Good to know just what I am looking at instead of being confuddled by terms I know not. clay On 23 Sep 2007, at 16:45, Craig McCluskey wrote: > On Sun, 23 Sep 2007 13:18:49 -0700 Redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > wrote: > >>> Redghost wrote: Motoro

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

I am not radio savvy, so had no idea that the freq was actually VHF, just a guess on my part. the radios came in a box of junk I picked up at auction and I just needed to figure out what they are good for. Seems not much as far as I need them to be. I already have FRS radios that should wo

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

Ok, based on the freq these things are using, is it VHF or UHF? 154.600 On 23 Sep 2007, at 16:02, Luther wrote: > VHF is FM; UHF is FM > Very High Frequency > Ultra High Frequency > Frequency Modulation > > VHF/UHF has to do with the frequency range that they transmit/ > receive in. FM has to

Re: [MBZ] Hello again

Oh dear oh dearie me, I had forgotten about Hurst's net-poker. Mac on 9/23/07 22:44, Wonko the Sane at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > Banned doesn't exist any longer. Hurst lost it in an online poker game. > > On 9/23/07, Steve MacSween <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> >> Heh. Shall I answer that one

Re: [MBZ] Hello again

i had a good hand and got sucked out on by a swede. atlanta silverbacks advance to championship game. not that any of you care. On 9/23/07, Wonko the Sane <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Banned doesn't exist any longer. Hurst lost it in an online poker game. > > On 9/23/07, Steve MacSween <[EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Sightings rara avis

on 9/23/07 22:32, [EMAIL PROTECTED] at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > As I exited the Interstate onto a surface street today, I saw a 140 ahead, an > unusual sight in itself. Imagine my slack-jawed amazement when it turned out > to be a 300SD. > > Running and no smoke seen. Possibly a recipient of a

Re: [MBZ] Hello again

Banned doesn't exist any longer. Hurst lost it in an online poker game. On 9/23/07, Steve MacSween <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Heh. Shall I answer that one on Banned? > > Mac > > -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a smal

Re: [MBZ] Hello again

Heh. Shall I answer that one on Banned? Mac on 9/23/07 20:59, Gary Hurst at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > i figured your government job simply left you too busy to post > > On 9/23/07, Steve MacSween <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> >> Been away for a while. Hello again to all who know who I am, I g

Re: [MBZ] Sightings rara avis

As I exited the Interstate onto a surface street today, I saw a 140 ahead, an unusual sight in itself. Imagine my slack-jawed amazement when it turned out to be a 300SD. Running and no smoke seen. RLE ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com __

Re: [MBZ] wireless security

I'm not quite that paranoid -- I am using WEP. Ten hex characters. Sure, someone can crack it if they want to but they aren't going to get anything other than temporary free internet access. As soon as I notice someone else on my wireless then I will change the passphrase, and thenmaybe mess with

Re: [MBZ] wireless security

Bill Ringgold wrote: > I used it to generate a WPA-Personal security key for my > *wifeless* router. Paging Dr Freud... ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Un

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

FM is Frequency Modulation - the incoming signal modulates the frequency of the broadcast. AM is Amplitude Modulation - the incoming signal modulates the amplitude or immediate strength of the broadcast. FM is not as susceptible to noise interference & is why FM radio is clearer than AM radio. Th

[MBZ] wireless security

A while back there was discussion of internet wireless security. I was just given this site that provides a random 63 character security key generator. Not likely to be broken by any but the most serious of hackers. I used it to generate a WPA-Personal security key for my wifeless router. https:

Re: [MBZ] Hello again

i figured your government job simply left you too busy to post On 9/23/07, Steve MacSween <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Been away for a while. Hello again to all who know who I am, I guess. > > Next comes the question that prompted the kick in the butt that propelled > me > back here > > -- >

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

Not to mention broadcast range (higher the frequency the shorter the range). On 9/23/07, Luther <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > VHF is FM; UHF is FM > Very High Frequency > Ultra High Frequency > Frequency Modulation > > VHF/UHF has to do with the frequency range that they transmit/receive > in.

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

My question would be "do they work together or do they require a repeater tower that was turned into a cell tower 15 years ago?" I used to use something like this in the 1980s, Motorola walkie talkies, I think they were VHF, and the monthly subscription fee was comparable to a phone bill. I'm not

Re: [MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

Hendrik wrote: > My main concern is that it is fitted with a tow bar, I wouldn't care, unless the transmission was about to fail. Is it original? Is the fluid burnt? Can you count to five before it engages reverse? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts se

Re: [MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

Glenn Brown wrote: > I suggested an Excel spreadsheet > incorporating members, member's cars, member's fixit expertise, and good/bad > experiences with repair establishments but they never even responded. Good > luck. What do you think of this implementation of your concept? http://vsaab.com/h

Re: [MBZ] Post Falls SL

Flush with success, I then tackled the soft top. I was able to flex the soft top mechanism sufficiently to gain access to the broken-off end of the bolt. There was a lot of stress on the bows, but nothing broke. I got out the Harbor Freight Pittman arm puller I'd bought earlier and cut a chunk of

Re: [MBZ] The evil broken lug bolt on my 300 SDL

Front or rear? Peter On Sep 23, 2007, at 4:42 PM, Harry Watkins wrote: > Its still not out, but here is my story. I twisted the head off after > spending about 2 hours trying to avoid that. I did the military drill > with > an impact wrench, left-right, left -right, I used Kroil and tried to

Re: [MBZ] The evil broken lug bolt on my 300 SDL

Hi, Jim etal. One, rather brutal method of loosening stuck bolts is to use a large welder/spot welder to heat the bolt cherry red and, after it has cooled down use a bolt remover, (reverse spiral socket thingy). At your own risk! Fred Moir Trash Picker and Rocket Sinetist, scyentyst, y'know. Dies

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

On Sun, 23 Sep 2007 13:18:49 -0700 Redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Redghost wrote: > >> Motorola Spirit 1 > >> model # P23KNC00A3AA > >> > >> > >> F1 > >> -T 154.600grn > >> -R 154.600 grn > >> > >> handie talkie fm radio > > That about sums up most of the data. What else is there to know

Re: [MBZ] The evil broken lug bolt on my 300 SDL

In a message dated 9/23/2007 2:42:43 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My failed plan A is somewhere around plan F. I drilled an 1/8" hole and kept stepping up the size, problem was that my hole was angled down too much and the A-plan to drill inside the bolt flange

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

hi Clay! VHF and/or UHF only refer to the frequency range the radio operates on. your original e-mail subject line acknowledges that you already knew it was VHF, and the frequency you said it works in is definitely in the VHF portion of the spectrum, so i'm not sure why that's a question

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

VHF is FM; UHF is FM Very High Frequency Ultra High Frequency Frequency Modulation VHF/UHF has to do with the frequency range that they transmit/receive in. FM has to do with the type of signal/wave conditioning that happens before the transmitter. On Sun, 23 Sep 2007 15:18:49 -0500, Redghost

[MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

Larry, I think this is a good idea and would probably be quite useful to folks on the list. When I was in The Finger Lakes Region MBCA, before I-net popularity and before I knew better, I suggested an Excel spreadsheet incorporating members, member's cars, member's fixit expertise, and good/bad ex

Re: [MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

There are buyers guides out there for Benzes but they are scattered all over the place. A good starting point is this site http://www.carsurvey.org/manufacturer_Mercedes-Benz.html , although some of the reviews should be taken with a grain of salt. But it gives a pretty good idea. For instance

[MBZ] I return from St. Louis

Just returned from St. Louis where I went to pick up a fairly decent and almost free 94 E320. The front seats are screwed but I have new ones for it. I had to pick it up at the Manheim auction. Got to drive back in there thru all the cars and boy do they have some interesting things there. -

Re: [MBZ] Hello again

Who the heck are you ... ! (Hi, Steve. Welcome back.) On 9/23/07, Steve MacSween <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Been away for a while. Hello again to all who know who I am, I guess. > > Next comes the question that prompted the kick in the butt that propelled > me > back here > > -- > "Mac" >

[MBZ] The evil broken lug bolt on my 300 SDL

Its still not out, but here is my story. I twisted the head off after spending about 2 hours trying to avoid that. I did the military drill with an impact wrench, left-right, left -right, I used Kroil and tried to vibrate it in with the BFH, no go. Lost patience, got cheatum bar and twisted the

Re: [MBZ] Replacing valve stem seals.

Hello Jim The Ford had 8:1 compression, dished pistons, and more than a little room for valve travel with the piston near TDC. I had most of the problems you mention. I did it without air and it was easy enough. The Ford cylinders/rings were so worn it wouldn't hold air, and all I have is

Re: [MBZ] Replacing valve stem seals.

Hello again Fred Frederick Moir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Replacing valve stem seals. > > Robert et al. > Your reasoning is good. The only caveat is that it may be very difficult to > hold the valve up, install the spring and compress same whilst trying to install the keepers

Re: [MBZ] Post Falls SL

Since Jill was away this morning I used Jill's hardtop hoist to lift the top back off the car so I could work on it. The lift makes that handy, you can raise and lower it for access to screws, etc. I took off the interior trim to see if I could expose the wires to the glass, and what I found was

[MBZ] Sprinter FS

The Sprinter for sale is at 252-903-0938 (NOT 253, etc.) 'Sorry. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: h

[MBZ] Sprinter FS

'Just saw a Sprinter 2500 for sale in Nashville, NC (45 mi E. Raleigh). High top, white, no windows on sides of cargo area. Outside looks good; couldn't see inside, etc. 'Don't know other particulars; no interest, etc. >From sign in window: 253-903-0938 Gene Braswell Wilton __

Re: [MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

Larry I think it would be a great idea and a great resource. I would contribute what I know. Trick would be to see who agrees on what-might make an interesting month of list posts. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D-4 speed-arriving soon. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles (FOR SALE) 1990 300D 2

Re: [MBZ] Stripped head bolt, OM616

It's not likely over torqued but galvanic action has welded the block and bolt threads together. The one that was stripped was likely damaged the same way. You may end up cutting the bolt head off and lifting the head off the bolt shaft. Then you may be able get something on the bolt shaft. I susp

Re: [MBZ] Hello again

And the question is? Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: "Steve MacSween" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "mercedes@okiebenz.com" Sent: 9/23/07 3:12 PM Subject: [MBZ] Hello again Been away for a while. Hello again to all who know who I am, I guess. Next comes the question that pr

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

That about sums up most of the data. What else is there to know about a radio? IS it only FM or is it UHF/VHF? Where would this thing have been used? thanks for the data clay On 23 Sep 2007, at 12:28, ernest breakfield wrote: > while i wouldn't describe myself as a "radio buff, from what

[MBZ] Stripped head bolt, OM616

The usual story, they all came out except one. The 'inside' bolts seemed torqued way over the outside rows -- is this normal or was it a shop error? One stripped right out as soon as I started on it. Tried using a chisel on it as best I could, in the confines around the valve spring etc, but no l

[MBZ] Hello again

Been away for a while. Hello again to all who know who I am, I guess. Next comes the question that prompted the kick in the butt that propelled me back here -- "Mac" Steve MacSween Aylmer, Quebec (Canada) Mercedes: '82 300sd / '82 240d (x2) / '60 220s _

Re: [MBZ] OT hand held radio VHF

while i wouldn't describe myself as a "radio buff, from what i saw in a quick search on them, they appear to have been (now obsolete) 1 channel 1 watt radios,... you already seem to know the frequency (assigned in a non-government exclusive part of the spectrum designated for Land Mobile use);

Re: [MBZ] Replacing valve stem seals.

In a message dated 9/23/2007 10:39:41 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Inquiring minds also would also like to know. Soem of them (surely somewhere) are holding their breath. Best regards Robert Isn't that even more true on the MB diesels? All the MB dies

[MBZ] Fwd: Replacing valve stem seals.

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Re: [MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

I'd be happy to see such. I frequently get interested in a model adn then hear that I should look for one a year or two later because of some design change. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles looking for a reasonable 1996 or later S500 -Original Message- >From: LarryT <[EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Replacing valve stem seals.

Robert et al. Your reasoning is good. The only caveat is that it may be very difficult to hold the valve up, install the spring and compress same whilst trying to install the keepers. If the valve falls to the piston crown by some amount that "gap" will require that the spring be further compress

Re: [MBZ] Replacing valve stem seals.

Hello Fred and all Years ago, I tried the air pressure thing to facilitate replacing valve stem seals to possibly reduce oil consumption on my 460 Ford pickup engine - which was then worn a lot after 200K+ miles aand drank lots of oil "Frods suck fuel" - Kaleb Striplin. "Frods can also suck

Re: [MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

I think its a good idea. The guy that bought my SDL said he would have liked to have a later model but feared those possible shortfalls. Of course I told him he now had the best car Mercedes ever put out. Harry On 9/23/07, LarryT <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Howdy - >We so often seem to

Re: [MBZ] M103 vs OM603 vs OM617: Help me decide

OK Don wrote: > Having owned both 617 and 603 cars, I far prefer the 603. It's a much > nicer engine - smoother and quieter. By at least one estimate, must > of the heads that are going to crack, have already. Mine has over > 300,000 miles, original #14 head, is still strong, and no cracks (yet) >

[MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

Howdy - We so often seem to go over the same territory over and over again - especially when someone is considering buy a used MB of some type. Common engine problems, problem ACC problems, I'd like to create a database that would show the various vehicles and engines and list their sho

Re: [MBZ] W123 noises/compression?

Hey Jim, thanks for the response...this morining I went to the grocery store and no problems, though I did not take it up to 70 or anything, but I did not hear all the squeaking sounds and there was no shaking at idle...that seems to only happen after driving at high speed for more than a half

Re: [MBZ] 78 240D AT fit 83 300D Turbo?

Thx! Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: "Marshall Booth" <[EMAIL PROTECT

Re: [MBZ] W123 noises/compression?

> bit. As I attempted to push it up to 70 or so, the car began to > vibrate and it was like nothing was happening...it actually slowed > down some, so I backed off...a bit later on a slight decline on I 95 > it was fine, I got up to about 75then it did it again...I had the > pedal all the

[MBZ] W123 noises/compression?

Morning...ok, this is weird. Recently I replaced the two front tires, as they had worn badly, the left was worn on the outside. I thought is was because the upper control arms were worn, which were replaced in Oct. 06. I also had a service done. I realize that the tires wore because the fro