Re: [MBZ] SHO moto

2008-06-06 Thread E M
I think Mercury Marine did work on the C4 based ZR-1 engines? Didn't they cast the blocks or something. Ed 300E 2008/6/5 [EMAIL PROTECTED]: ...Yamaha was supposed to design it, they ended up making the whole powerplant. 220 hp at a time when the top Mustang V8 was about 225. I thought I

Re: [MBZ] OT: Shotgun shells

2008-06-06 Thread Curt Raymond
I have a Lee Load All and TWICE the Famp;^%ing think has pulled the upright out of the base and spilled powder and shot all over the place. After the second time I installed a screw to keep it from happening but can see where the plastic is strained around the screw. The MEC loaders are more

Re: [MBZ] OT Buick: diagnosing a mis-fire

2008-06-06 Thread Donald Snook
Randy wrote: What sort of plugs and wires did you use? I have had little or no luck with many aftermarket plugs lately. I have since steered away from things like Bosch Platinum plugs. I would be tempted to get plugs and wires from the dealer even though they may be more expensive. They are

Re: [MBZ] OT Buick: diagnosing a mis-fire

2008-06-06 Thread Mitch Haley
Donald Snook wrote: I think it must be one of the plugs. I am going to pull all of them this evening and replace any that look suspicious. May as well ohmmeter the wires while you're at it. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] Further OT politics, was America's Climate Security

2008-06-06 Thread Donald Snook
Randy wrote: We had all better hope for the best as he is likely the next president. I think this be just like 1972. Obama = McGovern. McCain will defeat him. Racism is still too prevalent to elect Obama. There is a reason HRC kept winning poor and middle class whites state after state.

[MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Curt Raymond
Anybody ever ship a 123 hood? OK Don's got one I want. His price is right but the best shipping price so far is $90+. Ideas? -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] OT Buick: diagnosing a mis-fire

2008-06-06 Thread Donald Snook
OK Don: Just because the wires are new, doesn't mean that the connectors are all good - could be a connector on the coil end - got pulled a little too much (for it's marginal condition) when you replaced the coil, or corrected 4 and 6. Good point. I think I can check the resistance on the wires

Re: [MBZ] limp mode?

2008-06-06 Thread Donald Snook
Kaleb wrote: If you remember I replaced the throttle body/idle control on my E420, and since then it was idling too fast. Well for the most part it idles correct, but sometimes idles too fast. Also, will not go over 4k rpm. Is this the one that you just tried to trade to the dealer for the

Re: [MBZ] Shotgun shells, was: OT POLITICS that'll give him

2008-06-06 Thread Donald Snook
Ok Don wrote: We consider ourselves Western - we fight on any side we feel like -- However, today, we are blowing North into Kansas. That explains all of the storms and all the red dirt flying around up here. Donald H. Snook In Kansas - not southern, not western, it is the land of Oz.

Re: [MBZ] OT Buick: diagnosing a mis-fire

2008-06-06 Thread Donald Snook
Peter wrote: Is the mixture correct? Any vacuum lines cracked while you were replacing the wires? If the mixture were causing the miss because of a lean condition, I think the check engine light would come on. I will check on the vacuum lines. That's a good thought. Donald H. Snook

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Rich Thomas
From where to where? Put it on the dog. --R Curt Raymond wrote: Anybody ever ship a 123 hood? OK Don's got one I want. His price is right but the best shipping price so far is $90+. Ideas? -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] my car dealer story for the day

2008-06-06 Thread Allan Streib
They must get takers on their stupid offers often enough to be worth doing. I have gotten one or two decent (not spectacular) deals from a dealership, but not without many hours of haggling and a few walk-outs. I buy private-party only from now on. Its much easier. Allan Kaleb C. Striplin

Re: [MBZ] OT alternative forms of voter franchise

2008-06-06 Thread Jeff Zedic
I've said this before and I'll say it again, a government that only enfranchises property owners and the rich is what your American forfathers RAN AWAY FROM! (And religious crap) Why some people want to aet the clock back 400 years is beyond meit's be done. Zedic On 05/06/2008, OK Don

Re: [MBZ] OT alternative forms of voter franchise

2008-06-06 Thread Jim Cathey
I've said this before and I'll say it again, a government that only enfranchises property owners and the rich is what your American forefathers RAN AWAY FROM! (And religious crap) Interesting, considering that America's original franchise was limited to male (probably white) property owners...

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Jeff Zedic
It all depends on how well it's packaged. We used to ship hood all the time in their original carboard packaging from Japan. Had about a 10% dent rate. Usually a corner from being dropped or the large flat surface not being protected well enough. Best bet is to crate it. Zedic

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Rusty Cullens
$90.00 to send a hood is dirt cheap. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 06, 2008 8:59 AM Subject: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff Anybody

Re: [MBZ] OT alternative forms of voter franchise

2008-06-06 Thread Rich Thomas
And then black people got 3/5 of a vote, more than Florida and Michigan people --R Jim Cathey wrote: I've said this before and I'll say it again, a government that only enfranchises property owners and the rich is what your American forefathers RAN AWAY FROM! (And religious crap)

Re: [MBZ] OT alternative forms of voter franchise

2008-06-06 Thread andrew strasfogel
Since you brought up this topic, poor citizens - regardless of skin color - who lack proper documentation are disenfranchised in Indiana and other R-controlled states that want to tilt the deck in their party's favor. Of course, this isn't political, because the US Supremes blessed the screening

Re: [MBZ] OT alternative forms of voter franchise

2008-06-06 Thread Mitch Haley
Rich Thomas wrote: And then black people got 3/5 of a vote, more than Florida and Michigan people I think that was 3/5 of a person for purposes of sizing congressional districts. I don't recall either the slaves or their owners being able to vote the 3/5.

Re: [MBZ] that'll give him the mandate he deserves = now list content and a soapbox speech

2008-06-06 Thread andrew strasfogel
One of the benefits of this list is that it give me a glimpse of ways of thinking that I don't much get to hear around here. Not just right wingers from the heartland, but Canadian, NE and NW types with liberal perspectives. Even if I disagree with the dominant ideology expressed here, I always

Re: [MBZ] that'll give him the mandate he deserves = now list

2008-06-06 Thread Donald Snook
Andrew wrote: Not just right wingers from the heartland, Hey! I resemble that remark. Donald H. Snook Who has a 1968 Nixon Now bumper sticker in my office bookcase and a picture of Reagan on the wall ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] that'll give him the mandate he deserves = now list

2008-06-06 Thread Donald Snook
Andrew wrote: One of the benefits of this list is that it give me a glimpse of ways of thinking that I don't much get to hear around here. Not just right wingers from the heartland, but Canadian, NE and NW types with liberal perspectives. That is a good point, Andrew. Usually, I don't get to

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Curt, Might want to check with Greyhound.Might be cheaper. But, no pickup or delivery. Yes, they do handle stuff in addition to people in their buses.. Take care, Chuck Phoenix AZ On Jun 6, 2008, at 5:59 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: Anybody ever ship a 123 hood? OK Don's got one I want.

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Tom Hargrave
$90.00's probably not bad considering today's freight prices. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Friday, June 06, 2008 8:00 AM To: Diesel List Subject: [MBZ] Shipping

Re: [MBZ] Shotgun shells, was: OT POLITICS that'll give him the mandate he

2008-06-06 Thread R A Bennell
Actually, if you have the FAC or whatever they call it now - PAL ?? - I think you can import shells, powder, and non restricted guns fairly easily. We were in ND on last Monday and one of the brochures my wife picked up at the Cdn border on the way back in was about importing guns - the other

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Mitch Haley
Chuck Landenberger wrote: Might want to check with Greyhound. Good idea. I know that under a bus is the cheapest way to ship a boxed bicycle, but I don't know if a car hood would fit under there. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

[MBZ] Anybody else get this?

2008-06-06 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Hi all, GASTANKUSA. Let's you buy bulk gas at the current price. At least that's what I understand Check it out... http://www.gasbankusa.com/index.html Take care, Chuck Phoenix AZ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] OT alternative forms of voter franchise

2008-06-06 Thread Rich Thomas
That is just such a non-starter and so far beneath you -- if someone can't make even the most minimal effort to do what is needed to be a responsible citizen then you should not even be allowed close to a polling place. I bet if you offered free stuff with a valid voter ID you would see

Re: [MBZ] OT Buick: diagnosing a mis-fire

2008-06-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Thu, Jun 5, 2008 at 6:16 AM, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have a 1990 Buick LeSabre with a misfire. I am having trouble getting this thing figured out. If you've ruled out upstream fuel delivery issues like a failing pump, clogged filter, or bad gas, this seems to me like an

[MBZ] '80s-'90s Corvette ZR-1 [was: SHO moto]

2008-06-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 5:28 AM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think Mercury Marine did work on the C4 based ZR-1 engines? Didn't they cast the blocks or something. Right. Incredible engine---designed by Lotus, built by Mercury Marine, and rejected wholesale by the faithful because it had

[MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread Donald Snook
I am likely selling my buick (as soon as I figure out the misfire). I am looking for an inexpensive 123 diesel or a 124 gasser. A/c and good paint are a must. Unfortunately, I only want to spend about $1500 (or less). Anyone have such a car to sell? I don't mind it being far away, but I

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread Rusty Cullens
A car with real a/c and good paint for $1,500.00? You are kidding, right? Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 06, 2008 12:22 PM Subject: [MBZ] WTB 123

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Dwight E. Giles, Jr
Curt, How about common carrier with curb drop? That is often cheaper-I got a rear end for an old Land Rover that way once. I agree with Rusty, though, given its bulk and how shipping rates have gone up. . FWIW Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K +

Re: [MBZ] Anybody else get this?

2008-06-06 Thread dave walton
Anyone who can open a brokerage account can buy gasoline/diesel Futures and/or Options on their own. Keep in mind that the crude market is not a free market. The usual supply and demand logic may not apply. It looks (to me) like the price will continue to rise, but anyone with the cash can buy as

Re: [MBZ] Anybody else get this?

2008-06-06 Thread Rolf
I can't help but think its a scam. They will reap all their money now and close the doors as soon as they start losing money. ? -Rolf Chuck Landenberger wrote: Hi all, GASTANKUSA. Let's you buy bulk gas at the current price. At least that's what I understand Check it out...

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread Gary Hurst
i bought one 10 years ago like that, but i was pretty lucky On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 12:29 PM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A car with real a/c and good paint for $1,500.00? You are kidding, right? Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 -

Re: [MBZ] Anybody else get this?

2008-06-06 Thread Gary Hurst
pretty much. prices drop and they uphold the contract and make lots of money. prices rise, and they go broke and make a lot of money. it looks like nonsense from here as well On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 1:14 PM, Rolf [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I can't help but think its a scam. They will reap all

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb's computer problem [was: Re: Further OT politics, was America's Climate Security Act]

2008-06-06 Thread OK Don
Or he could click the daylight savings time box --- Kaleb is also in Oklahoma in Central Time but incorrectly has his time zone as GMT - 6 hours -- which is actually what Mountain Daylight Time is. So Kaleb, please correct your time zone on your computer. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK

Re: [MBZ] Shotgun shells, was: OT POLITICS that'll give him

2008-06-06 Thread OK Don
I was wondering if we should warn those in OZ that you might be arriving on their doorstep this AM! On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 8:23 AM, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ok Don wrote: We consider ourselves Western - we fight on any side we feel like -- However, today, we are blowing North into

Re: [MBZ] that'll give him the mandate he deserves = now list

2008-06-06 Thread andrew strasfogel
Donald, I actually regard you as a non-doctrinaire conservative, the list's Chuck Hagel, as it were... On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 11:16 AM, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Andrew wrote: One of the benefits of this list is that it give me a glimpse of ways of thinking that I don't much get to

Re: [MBZ] OT Buick: diagnosing a mis-fire

2008-06-06 Thread OK Don
Darn! How can I need a dual trace scope for my Diesels??? I did use my single trace scope (old Tectronics student model - glows in the dark) to validate and measure voltage from the pickup in the distributor on the '78 450SLC once. an ideal excuse to buy a dual-trace oscilloscope with the

Re: [MBZ] '80s-'90s Corvette ZR-1 [was: SHO moto]

2008-06-06 Thread OK Don
My good friend (who passed away last Sat.) photographed Mercury Marines manufacturing process for that engine -- beautifull stuff. I'd forgotten about that engine till you mentioned it. Right. Incredible engine---designed by Lotus, built by Mercury Marine, and rejected wholesale by the

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread OK Don
I found a site that generates quotes from several carriers - I'll see what comes back this evening. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 11:46 AM, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Curt, How about common carrier with curb drop? That is often cheaper-I got a rear end for an old Land Rover that

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread OK Don
You can have my 240D - the AC works, but you'll have to finish the body work and paint it, and it'll cost you $2,000. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 11:29 AM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A car with real a/c and good paint for $1,500.00? You are kidding, right? Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts,

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread Gary Hurst
i think you can get a buick with a miss for 1500 On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 1:38 PM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You can have my 240D - the AC works, but you'll have to finish the body work and paint it, and it'll cost you $2,000. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 11:29 AM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread andrew strasfogel
I think you mean http://www.gigamoves.com (the official auto transport facilitator of ebay) I ues them and they were great! I had a mess of quotes with varying prices within an hour. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 1:34 PM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I found a site that generates quotes from

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread Rolf
I paid $550 for my 300D. Crappy paint and no AC. 2 years later, 3k+ into it and I still have no AC and crap paint :) there is nothing more expensive than a cheap mercedes -Rolf OK Don wrote: You can have my 240D - the AC works, but you'll have to finish the body work and paint it, and it'll

Re: [MBZ] OT Buick: diagnosing a mis-fire

2008-06-06 Thread Rolf
Research timing the IP elements by the millivolt method :). -Rolf OK Don wrote: Darn! How can I need a dual trace scope for my Diesels??? I did use my single trace scope (old Tectronics student model - glows in the dark) to validate and measure voltage from the pickup in the distributor on

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 9:22 AM, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am likely selling my buick (as soon as I figure out the misfire). I am looking for an inexpensive 123 diesel or a 124 gasser. A/c and good paint are a must. Unfortunately, I only want to spend about $1500 (or less).

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread Donald Snook
Rusty wrote: A car with real a/c and good paint for $1,500.00? You are kidding, right? I have seen of them on ebay and a few here in Wichita. I missed out just last week on a $1500 124 wagon (gasser) that a/c and good paint. I know they are out there. This is probably the wrong audience

Re: [MBZ] '80s-'90s Corvette ZR-1 [was: SHO moto]

2008-06-06 Thread pm7088
I have a casual friend with one. It has 36 miles on it! 2 laps of test track at Bowling Green. Major law suit when selling dealer tried to add about $5K on at the time of passing title. It's home, covered, in his garage. Breaks my heart to see it there. He's rich, I'm not Pete

[MBZ] 124 evapectomy

2008-06-06 Thread Wilton Strickland
'Pulled dash out and laid it diagonally on back seat this morning. 'Beginning to look serious, now! I was AFRAID I was going to mess around with all my thinkin' and planning 'til it got hot. Shonuff, it is really hot!! I do a llittle on the evapectomy in early morning and some more in

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread R A Bennell
I don't have any cars for sale that you would want, but I probably am not any further away from you than many spots in the US of A. I am about an hour north of the border and if I recall it is only about 1200 miles from here to Dallas. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] Seeking advice from experts on this list

2008-06-06 Thread Harry Watkins
Using all the great advice I got from list members and the fact that I have no clue as how to price this stuff, I'm going to make one all or nothing on Craigslist for $12K. Meanwhile I'll hone my Ebay skills on some other stuff. If CL goes nowhere and I get good enough on Ebay, I'll go at it as

Re: [MBZ] Further OT politics, was America's Climate Security

2008-06-06 Thread R A Bennell
Got to wonder. Appears folks are not happy about many things right now - war, economy, house values, fuel prices etc. Wouldn't want to bet on the willingness of the people to reinstate the same thing. Happened in Canada last time with the Liberals. Only a minority Conservative government but

[MBZ] Mobil 1 deal at Autozone

2008-06-06 Thread Curt Raymond
Stopped at Autozone to pick up some oil today. $25.99 for 5 quarts of Mobil 1 ($29.99 if its Extended Performance like 15w50) with a Mobil 1 oil filter. Of course Mobil 1 doesn't have an application for a Mercedes 190D (not that I could find anyway) but heres the rub, you can't have the deal

[MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I see oil jumped $10 today to 137. Was trending down, diesel actually dropped to 4.43, on the way home I see its up to 4.59. Time to fill the 125 gal tank back up before it jumps -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL,

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Mitch Haley
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I see oil jumped $10 today to 137. Was trending down, diesel actually dropped to 4.43, on the way home I see its up to 4.59. Time to fill the 125 gal tank back up before it jumps Yep. You got a credit card that does 5% cash rebates on fuel?

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread OK Don
Diesel dropped to 4.36 two days ago at Loves, is still there this evening --- makes you wonder --- What all do you have in that truck now - one or two factory tanks, plus a honkin tank in the bed? On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 7:24 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I see oil jumped $10

Re: [MBZ] that'll give him the mandate he deserves = now list

2008-06-06 Thread Wonko the Sane
We shall do our best to accommodate you. However, I can't claim to be a liberal. I am an Obama delegate who is a blending of Democrat and Libertarian. Sounds like an oxymoron but it works for me. And I know where my towel is. D. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 10:16 AM, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread OK Don
Here's another example - Kalebs sent the message that started this thread at 7:24 PM, Mitch responded at 6:44 PM, and I responded at 7:02 PM. All this is from Gmail on my end, so it might be all screwy, but at least Kaleb and I are in the same time zone. I don't know whether Claremore recognizes

[MBZ] Testing

2008-06-06 Thread John Robbins
Hopefully I fail ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 deal at Autozone

2008-06-06 Thread John Robbins
Curt Raymond wrote: So now I've got an oil filter for my Dakota that I don't need... I wonder what its worth on eBay. Supposed to be a $9.99 value... Looks like $5. If Wal-mart sells it, return it to Wal-mart for a gift card. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Wonko the Sane
I have to wonder how may mpg he is sacrificing hauling the weight of all that diesel around. The heavier your vehicle (including fuel) the more you mpg sucks. D. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 7:02 PM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What all do you have in that truck now - one or two factory tanks,

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Luther
Curt, where do you live? Luther On Fri, 06 Jun 2008 07:59:37 -0500, Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Anybody ever ship a 123 hood? OK Don's got one I want. His price is right but the best shipping price so far is $90+. Ideas? -Curt -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL

Re: [MBZ] Shotgun shells, was: OT POLITICS that'll give him RH drive Benz

2008-06-06 Thread Hendrik Fay
Well actually I am trying to sell a 190E and will be selling my 230E in the near future. I'll put the coffee on and buy some extra shrimps to throw on the barbie. Hendrik living in the land of Oz and very thankful that we don't have to put up with that peculiar game called gridiron OK Don

Re: [MBZ] Testing

2008-06-06 Thread Wonko the Sane
You would have, were we not grading on a curve. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 7:15 PM, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hopefully I fail ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread Jim Cathey
I paid $550 for my 300D. Crappy paint and no AC. About the same with the Albatross. Had the PO not removed the AC parts up front that would have been fixed too, probably for next to nothing. Was into it about $1000, sold it for $2500. Nice looking car. They are (were) out there. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] 124 evapectomy

2008-06-06 Thread Hendrik Fay
Why don't you turn the A/C on? Hendrik Wilton Strickland wrote: 'Pulled dash out and laid it diagonally on back seat this morning. 'Beginning to look serious, now! I was AFRAID I was going to mess around with all my thinkin' and planning 'til it got hot. Shonuff, it is really hot!!

[MBZ] June 6, 1944

2008-06-06 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Just a moment to pay homage to the many brave soldiers who went ashore in France on this date 64 years ago. Lest we forget! Be safe and God Bless America! Chuck Phoenix AZ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 deal at Autozone

2008-06-06 Thread Curt Raymond
Actually my wife suggested returning the filter to Autozone... -Curt --- On Fri, 6/6/08, John Robbins lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; wrote: From: John Robbins lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 deal at Autozone To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List lt;mercedes@okiebenz.comgt;

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Curt Raymond
Ahh right, we're going from Okieland to Taxachussetts. -Curt --- On Fri, 6/6/08, Luther lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; wrote: From: Luther lt;[EMAIL PROTECTED]gt; Subject: Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List lt;mercedes@okiebenz.comgt; Date: Friday, June 6,

Re: [MBZ] Seeking advice from experts on this list

2008-06-06 Thread Curt Raymond
I would wager a guess you'll get nothing. Its a big commitment that much stuff... If I hadn't just bought my 240D I'd be interested in one of the cars but never in more than one. I would be interested in a 123 disk if somebody had one. I've got the 201 I could trade. -Curt Date: Fri, 6 Jun

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Mitch Haley
When your pickup weighs 7000lb, an extra 600-800lb of fuel isn't that big of a deal. Wonko the Sane wrote: The heavier your vehicle (including fuel) the more you mpg sucks. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
We ship hoods all the time. Curt Raymond wrote: Anybody ever ship a 123 hood? OK Don's got one I want. His price is right but the best shipping price so far is $90+. Ideas? -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official

Re: [MBZ] limp mode?

2008-06-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
yes, its the same car, no, they never even looked at the car. Donald Snook wrote: Kaleb wrote: If you remember I replaced the throttle body/idle control on my E420, and since then it was idling too fast. Well for the most part it idles correct, but sometimes idles too fast. Also, will not

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I have one to sell, but its not that cheap Donald Snook wrote: I am likely selling my buick (as soon as I figure out the misfire). I am looking for an inexpensive 123 diesel or a 124 gasser. A/c and good paint are a must. Unfortunately, I only want to spend about $1500 (or less).

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
100 gal tank in the bed, 26 gal under the truck OK Don wrote: Diesel dropped to 4.36 two days ago at Loves, is still there this evening --- makes you wonder --- What all do you have in that truck now - one or two factory tanks, plus a honkin tank in the bed? On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 7:24

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
its 8:16 right now when I sent this OK Don wrote: Here's another example - Kalebs sent the message that started this thread at 7:24 PM, Mitch responded at 6:44 PM, and I responded at 7:02 PM. All this is from Gmail on my end, so it might be all screwy, but at least Kaleb and I are in the same

Re: [MBZ] WTB 123 or 124

2008-06-06 Thread Hendrik Fay
What about a 'nice' W140? http://cars2.ebay.com.au/MERCEDES-BENZ-W-SEL-V-DAMAGED-REPAIRABLE_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQitemZ200227724919 Hendrik Jim Cathey wrote: I paid $550 for my 300D. Crappy paint and no AC. About the same with the Albatross. Had the PO not removed the AC parts up front

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Doesnt really make a whole hell of alot of difference in a big old truck. Wonko the Sane wrote: I have to wonder how may mpg he is sacrificing hauling the weight of all that diesel around. The heavier your vehicle (including fuel) the more you mpg sucks. D. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 7:02

Re: [MBZ] Testing

2008-06-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
you did John Robbins wrote: Hopefully I fail ___ 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:

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
hell, my truck doesnt care if I have 7k lb on the back of a trailer Mitch Haley wrote: When your pickup weighs 7000lb, an extra 600-800lb of fuel isn't that big of a deal. Wonko the Sane wrote: The heavier your vehicle (including fuel) the more you mpg sucks.

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Wonko the Sane
Actually, it is. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 8:08 PM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: When your pickup weighs 7000lb, an extra 600-800lb of fuel isn't that big of a deal. Wonko the Sane wrote: The heavier your vehicle (including fuel) the more you mpg sucks.

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Luther
Does Claremore even know what the 20th century is? :D Luther On Fri, 06 Jun 2008 19:07:31 -0500, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Here's another example - Kalebs sent the message that started this thread at 7:24 PM, Mitch responded at 6:44 PM, and I responded at 7:02 PM. All this is from

Re: [MBZ] June 6, 1944

2008-06-06 Thread Robert Rentfro
10-4, Chuck. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chuck Landenberger Sent: Friday, June 06, 2008 5:47 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] June 6, 1944 Just a moment to pay homage to the many brave soldiers who went ashore

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Wonko the Sane
I think we are in the 21st now. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 8:23 PM, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does Claremore even know what the 20th century is? :D Luther -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ apt-get update apt-get upgrade The following packages will be replaced Prez Do you want

Re: [MBZ] June 6, 1944

2008-06-06 Thread Wonko the Sane
Yep. Thanks for reminding me. We salute them. My mother was 12 (she was 20 when I was born). On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 7:46 PM, Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just a moment to pay homage to the many brave soldiers who went ashore in France on this date 64 years ago. Lest we

Re: [MBZ] Seeking advice from experts on this list

2008-06-06 Thread Rick Knoble
I would be interested in a 123 disk if somebody had one. I've got the 201 I could trade. -Curt I could burn you a copy and mail it to you if you wish. I have the 201 and 123 cd-roms. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread OK Don
And the time stamp on your email says it's 9:16 -- On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 9:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: its 8:16 right now when I sent this -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread OK Don
Luther is in Arkansas -- how would he know? On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 8:47 PM, Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think we are in the 21st now. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 8:23 PM, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does Claremore even know what the 20th century is? :D Luther -- OK Don,

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Rick Knoble
- Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 06, 2008 9:16 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] diesel its 8:16 right now when I sent this Look at the Sent time Sent: Friday, June 06, 2008 9:16 PM Maybe your

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Luther
And Daylight Savings Time was started during the 20thI think Claremore is behind the 20th... Get it now? :) On Fri, 06 Jun 2008 20:47:12 -0500, Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think we are in the 21st now. On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 8:23 PM, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Luther
We must accept the fact that Kaleb is 2mm from being one of Lt.Don's clients... On Fri, 06 Jun 2008 20:50:56 -0500, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And the time stamp on your email says it's 9:16 -- On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 9:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: its 8:16 right now

Re: [MBZ] diesel

2008-06-06 Thread Russ Williams
That's weird Don it said Date Sent 20:16 on my mail reader. H'mm RussW OK Don wrote: And the time stamp on your email says it's 9:16 -- On Fri, Jun 6, 2008 at 9:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: its 8:16 right now when I sent this

[MBZ] June 6, 1944

2008-06-06 Thread Wilton Strickland
My brother, Lewis, then 21 and with 3 1/2 yrs in the Navy, was the senior NCO/leader of a 48-man platoon of the 6th Naval Beach Battalion that went ashore at Omaha Beach at 0730 on the 6th to clear obstacles, secure the beach and control sea traffic/landing craft to and from the beach. Yeah, I

Re: [MBZ] VW Diesel vs Prius

2008-06-06 Thread MG
Trying to play catch-up again. Why not do it the easy way. Use the diesel engine to run a hydraulic pump and use it to charge an accumulator that links to hydraulic drives on the axles. Should do just what you want. easy enough to experiment with larger or smaller accumulators till you get it

[MBZ] June 6, 1944

2008-06-06 Thread Wilton Strickland
I turned 10 four days after my brother, Lewis, and others of that finest of generations stormed onto/into France. I was not quite 8 when another brother, Jerry, helped to deliver Doolittle's men and 16 B-25's on the carrier, Hornet, to within striking distance of Japan. I was 11 when another

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Mitch Haley
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: We ship hoods all the time. What do you do, stick a label on it and call Fedex? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] Shipping large stuff

2008-06-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
yep, thats what works best Mitch Haley wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: We ship hoods all the time. What do you do, stick a label on it and call Fedex? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For

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