Re: [MBZ] this is not about politics, its about voting

2008-11-05 Thread Fmiser
Mitch wrote: I realized that if I want to be part of the solution I have to get off my duff and volunteer to work the polls in 2010. It'll do me good to learn how to sit in a crowded room for an entire day without voicing a single political opinion. Just be sure to bring along your

Re: [MBZ] 240D brake/bearing question

2008-11-05 Thread pm7088
When I was a young lad, my mentor told me that wheel bearings should be serviced by repacking, which did not mean Cleaning perfectly good grease out of them, thereby risking infiltration of contamination. I put a healthy table spoon of clean bearing grease in my left palm, hook the finger of

Re: [MBZ] Carfax/ 454 milage

2008-11-05 Thread Tony Wirtel
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Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Tue, Nov 4, 2008 at 7:45 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: with a 350 12, with a 454, 6-8 How much would towing affect that? I'm thinking if I buy the '97 Burb I'm looking at, I'll be towing a heavy load only about 20% of the time if that... mostly it'll be hauling plywood, etc.

Re: [MBZ] Is this out of line?

2008-11-05 Thread Mathieu J . Cama
On Nov 4, 2008, at 9:53 PM, Allan Streib wrote: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My local dealer doubles the MB list price on parts --- Very typical for any shop. Allan -- 1983 300D It is true, that *most* shops will charge dealer list pricing for an OEM or aftermarket part. This

Re: [MBZ] this is not about politics, its about voting

2008-11-05 Thread kaleb
No I spent from 3:15 to 10:00 counting absentee ballots. Do I get extra credit? On Tue, Nov 4, 2008 at 10:04 AM, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Regardless of your views on the candidates, I think of myself as enough of a patriot that I get a warm fuzzy feeling when thinking about

Re: [MBZ] Bill back in hosp, was Home again - but none the wiser.

2008-11-05 Thread Michael Esh
I concur with Harry. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Mike - Original Message - From: harry watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2008 11:35 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Bill back in hosp, was Home again - but

Re: [MBZ] Is this out of line?

2008-11-05 Thread pm7088
M/B and OEM parts are very often one and the same. A Bilstein Model XYZ shock is the same from a FLAPs or the dealers, No? Pete -- Original message -- From: Mathieu J. Cama [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Nov 4, 2008, at 9:53 PM, Allan Streib wrote: OK Don

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Load range E pumped up to their max pressure of 80psi seem to yield the best mpg for me. I get 20 with my 6.2diesel crewcab chevy. Mike -Original Message- Date: Wednesday, November 05, 2008 9:43:49 am To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread John Robbins
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Load range E pumped up to their max pressure of 80psi seem to yield the best mpg for me. I get 20 with my 6.2diesel crewcab chevy. Woah!! Isn't that a touch on the dangerous side for hydroplaning? John ___

Re: [MBZ] Is this out of line?

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: M/B and OEM parts are very often one and the same. A Bilstein Model XYZ shock is the same from a FLAPs or the dealers, No? If Matt is restoring classics, and if the dealer shock has a star on it, I'd say not the same thing. I was surprised that the ACDelco gas shocks

Re: [MBZ] OT this is not about politics, its about voting the 'right' way

2008-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
Serve it up to the two listers who predicted 2 and 10 point margins of victory for McCain because his selection of Palin was a stroke of genius. On Tue, Nov 4, 2008 at 6:26 PM, Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: And you know what, even the stupid have the right to vote..fancy that.

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
John Robbins wrote: Woah!! Isn't that a touch on the dangerous side for hydroplaning? Do you know how hard it is to plane a tire with 80-90PSI in it? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread John Robbins
Mitch Haley wrote: Do you know how hard it is to plane a tire with 80-90PSI in it? No... my understanding was that the higher the PSI the easier it was to hydroplane. John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] I love this color

2008-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
I like the interior color but the exterior is too much like sage green. I prefer the darker shades, e.g. moss green or even forest green. One exception is thistle green, which looks stunnng on a 450SL C. On Tue, Nov 4, 2008 at 6:57 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote:

Re: [MBZ] OT this is not about politics, its about voting the 'right' way

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
don't recall ever saying that I expected McLame to beat Osama. Mitch. -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: obamaflag.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 1623 bytes Desc: not available URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20081105

Re: [MBZ] OT this is not about politics, its about voting the 'right' way

2008-11-05 Thread Allan Streib
andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: Serve it up to the two listers who predicted 2 and 10 point margins of victory for McCain because his selection of Palin was a stroke of genius. Palin is probably the only thing that kept the popular vote margin in single digits. I was not surprised

Re: [MBZ] Is this out of line?

2008-11-05 Thread Mathieu J . Cama
On Nov 5, 2008, at 10:27 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: M/B and OEM parts are very often one and the same. A Bilstein Model XYZ shock is the same from a FLAPs or the dealers, No? Pete This is quite the can of worms to open. If you want to know the truth for yourself, perform your own

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
John Robbins wrote: Mitch Haley wrote: Do you know how hard it is to plane a tire with 80-90PSI in it? No... my understanding was that the higher the PSI the easier it was to hydroplane. Here's some high speed Michelin photos at 35spi, 30psi, and 25psi. TireRack presents it as an

Re: [MBZ] Is this out of line?

2008-11-05 Thread Allan Streib
I think Rusty can get the parts with the stars if you really want them .. no? (Somehow the Dr. Seuss Star-Bellied Sneetch story is suddenly running through my head...) Allan Mathieu J. Cama [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: On Nov 5, 2008, at 10:27 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: M/B and OEM parts

Re: [MBZ] w115 A/C issue figured out, and parts

2008-11-05 Thread Stuart Saxonberg
Oh, *lovely*. I was hoping it was just air-filled, because I'm pretty sure I can manage to silver-solder a cap on it, since I've done my share of delicate soldering. But charging it with Freon or the like, is not in my skill set. I guess a nice non-fragile easy-to-work-with *thermocouple* would

Re: [MBZ] Is this out of line?

2008-11-05 Thread John Robbins
Allan Streib wrote: I think Rusty can get the parts with the stars if you really want them .. no? Yep. You just have to request it. Also, you'll pay shipping regardless of order amount. John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] OT this is not about politics, its about voting the 'right' way

2008-11-05 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 8:13 AM, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Serve it up to the two listers who predicted 2 and 10 point margins of victory for McCain because his selection of Palin was a stroke of genius. I feel like I need to join Banned just to have a place to express exactly

[MBZ] OT: Laugh for the day

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
AIG employees stage a protest by blockading the entrance to the firm's Headquarters: http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l34/dirfie/AIGprotest.jpg?t=1225901908 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For

Re: [MBZ] Is this out of line?

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
John Robbins wrote: Yep. You just have to request it. Also, you'll pay shipping regardless of order amount. The one thing I bought from Rusty that came in a baggie with the blue star on it was a hand primer pump, and it came Fedex Overnight. (several years ago) I don't know what MBUSA

[MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread R A Bennell
I checked the glow plugs etc and they appeared to be ok - the expansion wire glowed orange too. I had a new set so I put them all in but it did not help at all. I am starting to wonder if I have run it low on fuel. I knew I was getting toward the bottom of that tank given the mileage on the trip

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
Does the W115/OM617 have the manual primer pump? Do you feel fuel pushing through the pressure relief valve when you work the pump? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread pm7088
Better to risk hydroplaning (Indicating your going too fast) that to blow out an under inflated and thereby overloaded tyre. Pete -- Original message -- From: John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Load range E pumped up to their max

[MBZ] Carfax please

2008-11-05 Thread John Freer
Sure do appreciate this if available. 4JGAB54E21A264913 Thanks in advance, John ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread pm7088
White smoke from the exhaust indicates there is fuel present. The older Dodges used an electric resistance heater at the air intake as a starting aid. With that knowledge, I wonder if using a heat gun at the intake would safely help start a car such as yours. Pete --

Re: [MBZ] 240D front brake replacement proceedure

2008-11-05 Thread Curt Raymond
The car sat, the rotors are toast... I don't understand the last bit, golf cart? -Curt Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2008 22:51:12 -0600 From: harry watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] 240D front brake replacement proceedure To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List     mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Carfax please

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
John Freer wrote: 4JGAB54E21A264913 4JGA is a USA made MBZ? I don't understand VIN mfg/country of origin codes any more. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread John Robbins
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Better to risk hydroplaning (Indicating your going too fast) that to blow out an under inflated and thereby overloaded tyre. He was talking about 80PSI I don't think you're going to have much of a problem with under-inflation above 30psi. MB recommends 28psi.

Re: [MBZ] Carfax please

2008-11-05 Thread John Freer
It's an ML which is made in Alabama in the good ole 'USA! On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 9:49 AM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: John Freer wrote: 4JGAB54E21A264913 4JGA is a USA made MBZ? I don't understand VIN mfg/country of origin codes any more. Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread pm7088
I didn't invent this term but; Bt Wrong. Tyres on that truck have a max rating of about 85psi to carry it's fully rated load. Failure to properly inflate them will drastically reduce their carrying capacity. And I don't give a damn what Mercedes recommends for his Suburban. Pete

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: White smoke from the exhaust indicates there is fuel present. The older Dodges used an electric resistance heater at the air intake as a starting aid. With that knowledge, I wonder if using a heat gun at the intake would safely help start a car such as yours. If

Re: [MBZ] Carfax please

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
John Freer wrote: It's an ML which is made in Alabama in the good ole 'USA! I understood what it was and where it came from (2001 ML320) but still don't understand why the VIN starts with 4JGA. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] Carfax please

2008-11-05 Thread John Freer
I don't know the specifics but that's the way all ML's are set up. Maybe MB is ashamed? On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 10:23 AM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: John Freer wrote: It's an ML which is made in Alabama in the good ole 'USA! I understood what it was and where it came from (2001

Re: [MBZ] Bill back in hosp.

2008-11-05 Thread pop3.atlantic.net
Tell Bill to hang in there. Hopefully they'll find his problem and fix it. Gerry -- I concur with Harry. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Mike Bill and Sue continue on my prayer list. Thanks for keeping us informed Sue. God Bless Harry

Re: [MBZ] Carfax please

2008-11-05 Thread Tom Savage
Mitch Haley wrote: John Freer wrote: 4JGAB54E21A264913 4JGA is a USA made MBZ? I don't understand VIN mfg/country of origin codes any more. Me either. A built-in-South Africa C Class has a W VIN, and no one seems able to explain it. Tom ___

Re: [MBZ] w115 A/C issue figured out, and parts

2008-11-05 Thread Peter Frederick
In 1968, probably too much to ask. Remember, there is no relay for the compressor clutch coil, the current goes through the switch. Very typical of such systems in those days, and up to the mid 70's on German cars (Audi Fox for instance). Works the same was as the temperature and oil

Re: [MBZ] Carfax please

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
Tom Savage wrote: Mitch Haley wrote: John Freer wrote: 4JGAB54E21A264913 4JGA is a USA made MBZ? I don't understand VIN mfg/country of origin codes any more. Me either. A built-in-South Africa C Class has a W VIN, and no one seems able to explain it. I thought the WDB VINs were for

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread R A Bennell
I have no doubt that the valves should be adjusted, but does it not seem odd that it started and ran fine on Saturday evening and then wouldn'tt start 36 hours later? The temperature was warmer on Monday than it was on Saturday so that ought not to be an issue either. I also plugged in the

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread R A Bennell
I could try that. I will also try plugging in the block heater again for a longer time and see if warming it up helps. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2008 11:44 AM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread R A Bennell
There is a primer of some sort on the fuel filter housing I think but I have never used it so not sure what it should do or feel like. May pull and replace the filter so should get an opportunity to check it out. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL

[MBZ] 250S Boston

2008-11-05 Thread Frederick W Moir
Hi, All. http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/cto/906679418.html Fred Moir Lynn MA Not Mine! (Dammit!) No Affilliation etc. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
R A Bennell wrote: The temperature was warmer on Monday than it was on Saturday so that ought not to be an issue either. The valves get tighter when cold, so if that was the problem I wouldn't have expected it to start on Saturday. If your IP is sucking a bit of air but still pumping some

[MBZ] '77-'79 450SL left side exhaust manifold EGR pipe

2008-11-05 Thread Glenn Brown
Some of you may remember my earlier quest and the fact that an unscrupulous recycler sold me a 1980 manifold which I cannot use, as this is when M--B went to an electronic EGR system. Another fellow has indicated that he has the correct '77-'79 450SL left side exhaust manifold EGR pipe but seems

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread John Robbins
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I didn't invent this term but; Bt Wrong. Tyres on that truck have a max rating of about 85psi to carry it's fully rated load. Failure to properly inflate them will drastically reduce their carrying capacity. Easy now! I didn't realize truck tires were *that*

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread R A Bennell
There is no clear inline filter. I bought some with the intention to install but have not done so. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2008 1:21 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] 240D front brake replacement proceedure

2008-11-05 Thread harry watkins
Sorry Curt A weak attempt to be cute, should have put on a smiley face. However, I like your deep, think ahead attitude and I was sincere about having you work on my cars anytime. Now I understand about the rotors. Harry The car sat, the rotors are toast... I don't understand the last

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-05 Thread John Robbins
Robert Rentfro wrote: Yes you did...I guess time passes slowly when you have a non running car sitting in the garage. Do you still have the Acura? John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread PM7088
Didn't mean to be rude. Topic says Suburban 454, coulds be 1/2, 3/4 or 1 ton. Got to careful with truck tires, lotsa folks under inflate and make very dangerous rides. I run 80psi in my F250, rides hard! Doesn't shrug at #4,000 in the back. Pete -- Original message

[MBZ] CLASSIC 1968 Mercedes 250S seized engine - $300 (obo Boxborough, MA)

2008-11-05 Thread fred . star
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Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
Randy, would it kill you to adjust the valves? This is a fun job if you know what you're doing. On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 4:07 PM, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There is no clear inline filter. I bought some with the intention to install but have not done so. Randy -Original

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
probalby wouldnt hurt it much towing. Alex Chamberlain wrote: On Tue, Nov 4, 2008 at 7:45 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: with a 350 12, with a 454, 6-8 How much would towing affect that? I'm thinking if I buy the '97 Burb I'm looking at, I'll be towing a heavy load only

Re: [MBZ] CLASSIC 1968 Mercedes 250S seized engine - $300 (obo Boxborough, MA)

2008-11-05 Thread Rolf
I get a 500 error with the link provided? Admin? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: An embedded and charset-unspecified text was scrubbed... Name: not available URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20081105/904c8a26/attachment.pl

Re: [MBZ] OT this is not about politics, its about voting the 'right' way

2008-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
yea, you should join banned, then you can tell us how you really feel. Alex Chamberlain wrote: On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 8:13 AM, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Serve it up to the two listers who predicted 2 and 10 point margins of victory for McCain because his selection of Palin was

Re: [MBZ] Carfax please

2008-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
AutoCheck user log out: home | buyback registration | about us | contact us | help check existing report [VIN History] 4JGAB54E21A264913 or enter a new VIN Print options: Report will print: With section details shown With section details hidden Summary Report Run Date:

Re: [MBZ] 250S Boston

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
Frederick W Moir wrote: Hi, All. http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/cto/906679418.html If that baby blue beauty were within 300 miles of me... Frankenbenz! Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] 250S Boston

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
Frederick W Moir wrote: Hi, All. http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/cto/906679418.html Hey, doesn't Fred have an extra 2.5 turbo drivetrain laying around? Mitch ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread John Robbins
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Didn't mean to be rude. Topic says Suburban 454, coulds be 1/2, 3/4 or 1 ton. Got to careful with truck tires, lotsa folks under inflate and make very dangerous rides. I run 80psi in my F250, rides hard! Doesn't shrug at #4,000 in the back. It's all good :) Is

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
John Robbins wrote: Are we talking about 3/4 and 1 tons? I believe the subject vehicle was a Suburban 2500, so yes, 3/4 ton. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 240D front brake replacement proceedure

2008-11-05 Thread Curt Raymond
Harry, I got that it was a joke, it was just that I didn't get the joke... :) Lets see if you can still give the offer after I've gotten this car back on the road. Got permission to take Friday off. Assuming the grease doesn't arrive I'm going to attempt to install the new rotors without

[MBZ] anybody near Osage, IA?

2008-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
car I might be interested in. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 91 300E, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 85 190D, 84 190D x2, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com

[MBZ] 250S Boston

2008-11-05 Thread Frederick W Moir
Hi, All. http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/cto/906679418.html Fred Moir Lynn MA Not Mine! (Dammit!) No Affilliation etc. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread Curt Raymond
When was the last time you put in fuel? Maybe gelled summer fuel? An incandescent bulb in a trouble light under the hood by the IP overnight might warm it enough to find out. I'm still voting for valves. -Curt Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2008 12:23:19 -0600 From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject:

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread Peter Arnold
It's ok to inflate any tire to it's max, or what is required on the vehicle info plate. When cold. It does no harm if the pressure creeps up 10% or so when the tyre gets hot. The tire is designed for that load. Check with your tire dealers! Pete [pOn Wed, 05 Nov 2008 15:23:49 -0600, you wrote:

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread R A Bennell
No, it wouldn't and I do want to do that in any event. However, I really do doubt that is the reason it won't start right now. It seems to have come on too sudden in my mind. I mainly want to get it running once more to warm the oil and drain it and change the filter You also have to

[MBZ] 1985 300SD Electric Antenna ..

2008-11-05 Thread George Larribeau
Well it is stuck in the down position. Radio does out put the signal Hot when radio on on the terminal that has the single black wire plugged into (the radio) near the 4 conductor plug.. Is there any good trouble shooting procedures / recommendations? I did not see any thing around the

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread R A Bennell
Fuel is less than 2 or 3 weeks old. I have not had this problem in previous years. When it gets below zero C I have trouble starting if I don't plug in but if I do, it fires up like summertime. This time is unusual as it has not been that cold yet. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

[MBZ] OT, this is cool

2008-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://www.greatdanepro.com/Blue%20Bueaty/index.htm -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 91 300E, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 85 190D, 84 190D x2, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb

Re: [MBZ] anybody near Osage, IA?

2008-11-05 Thread Wonko the Sane
Not close -- about three hours to my northeast. On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 3:33 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: car I might be interested in. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 91 300E, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 85 190D, 84

Re: [MBZ] anybody near Osage, IA?

2008-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Yea, looks like its almost to MN. Wonko the Sane wrote: Not close -- about three hours to my northeast. On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 3:33 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: car I might be interested in. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 91 300E, 89

[MBZ] 84 v 85 190D

2008-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I have a 84 190D auto with the original window sticker, it says 35mpg highway. On fueleconomy.gov, they only go back to 85 and for that it says the 85 gets 33 when looking at the original sticker option (not revised figure). So, will a 84 get 2mpg better than a 85? It has the smaller wheels

Re: [MBZ] 84 v 85 190D

2008-11-05 Thread John Robbins
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I have a 84 190D auto with the original window sticker, it says 35mpg highway. On fueleconomy.gov, they only go back to 85 and for that it says the 85 gets 33 when looking at the original sticker option (not revised figure). So, will a 84 get 2mpg better than a 85?

Re: [MBZ] Carfax please

2008-11-05 Thread Tom Savage
Mitch Haley wrote: I thought the WDB VINs were for Westgermany, Daimler Benz, so W from SA puzzles me too. Now that Deutchland has been reunited and West Germany is no more, what do the German cars start with, a D? Does the W now mean South Africa? W still means Germany/West Germany. The

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread Tom Hargrave
For a given tire, the higher the pressure the smaller the footprint and the less likely to hydroplane. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 11/5/08 10:16 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Suburban

Re: [MBZ] anybody near Osage, IA?

2008-11-05 Thread Wonko the Sane
Rust? On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 4:27 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: Yea, looks like its almost to MN. Wonko the Sane wrote: Not close -- about three hours to my northeast. On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 3:33 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: car I might be interested

Re: [MBZ] anybody near Osage, IA?

2008-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
supposedly one small spot on the drivers door. Wonko the Sane wrote: Rust? On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 4:27 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: Yea, looks like its almost to MN. Wonko the Sane wrote: Not close -- about three hours to my northeast. On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 3:33 PM,

Re: [MBZ] anybody near Osage, IA?

2008-11-05 Thread Wonko the Sane
Maybe but I would be suspicious. You've seen first-hand how my 240D has deteriorated after three Iowa winters. On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 5:54 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: supposedly one small spot on the drivers door. Wonko the Sane wrote: Rust? On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 4:27

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread Peter Frederick
Remove the hose from the air cleaner at the intake and aim a LIT propane hand torch into the intake as you crank after glowing. Unburned propane will explode the engine (literally blow the valve cover and oil pan off), but a LIT torch will supply enough extra heat to get it to fire off.

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread Peter Frederick
Verify that you do not have leaks in the suction side fuel lines -- a bad line here will fill the IP with foam, and you won't get it started. This happens suddenly, usually. Peter On Nov 5, 2008, at 2:18 PM, R A Bennell wrote: I have no doubt that the valves should be adjusted, but does

[MBZ] CDI Info Goodness

2008-11-05 Thread John Robbins
http://www.mercedestechstore.com/pdfs/331_0405update/03-331%20pp%20diesel%20print(FAH)%205-5-04.pdf John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] Carfax please

2008-11-05 Thread John Freer
Thanks Kaleb, much appreciated! On to San Diego tomorrow ro hopefully bring it home. John On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 1:18 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: AutoCheck user log out: home | buyback registration | about us | contact us | help check existing report [VIN History]

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
Free is good. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2008 10:28 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb I had a spare but sent it to someone on the list (for free). Forget who. On

Re: [MBZ] Suburban 454 mileage

2008-11-05 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Yes. 3/41 ton trucks usually have a ten ply tire. That is a load range E. Max air pressure is 80 psi. Most car tires are four ply with a maximum pressure of 44psi. 80psi would be very scary in a passenger tire, both in handling and risk of explosion due to overpressurization. Mike

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
Yes I do...just did a bunch of cooling system work on it. Still runs like mad. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2008 1:36 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb Robert

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-05 Thread Wonko the Sane
Timing is everything. On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 8:24 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Free is good. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To

Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) 1985 300SD Electric Antenna ..

2008-11-05 Thread Jim Cathey
radio) near the 4 conductor plug.. Is there any good trouble shooting procedures / recommendations? I did not see any thing around the excellent Jim Cathey ACC check list. Is there a way to check out / work on the unit (antenna)? Had I kept at the biz the antenna would no doubt have gotten

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread Jim Cathey
I checked the glow plugs etc and they appeared to be ok - the expansion wire glowed orange too. I've never seen the toasters glow. If they are, perhaps the plugs are shorted? Do you get the 1V drop across the two terminals of the glow plug? (Center screw, and collar.) I am wondering now if

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
Yes it is -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2008 7:29 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb Timing is everything. On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 8:24 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL

[MBZ] Looking for a Glow Plug Relay

2008-11-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
Anyone have a functioning glow plug relay laying around you want to part with? 0015452232 is the part number. I know you have one, Rusty. I'll check before I part with 188 clam shells. Bob R. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

[MBZ] Help Needed from International List Members

2008-11-05 Thread LWB250
I'm in a real pickle with an engine issue at work, and I can't get any help on this side of the pond. I have a Mitsubishi 1.5L industrial gas(oline) engine that is used on a generator. It is the same basic engine that was used on the 91-95 Mitsubishi Mirages. That being said, there are

Re: [MBZ] 115 300D still won't start

2008-11-05 Thread Trampas
If it smokes it is getting some fuel. I have seen mufflers plug up where car will not get enough air to run. Also check air filter. For a diesel you need fuel, air, compression, and sequence to start. You are missing one. I have seen diesels flood before where they get so much fuel in the

Re: [MBZ] CDI Info Goodness

2008-11-05 Thread John Freer
Nice going, thanks John. Big file, but worth it. Now I can study this for the next 3 years to see if I want to keep it or not after the warranty expires! John On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 4:15 PM, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Help Needed from International List Members

2008-11-05 Thread Trampas
Can you post pictures of the coil? Often the same part is used on different engines and cars. Thus having pictures would help. Also will the new distributor physically fit? If so hook it up with an external coil such that you don't have problem again. I have been meaning to make an ionization

Re: [MBZ] Looking for a Glow Plug Relay

2008-11-05 Thread Trampas
Let me check I junked a car awhile back but not sure if I saved the relay. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Rentfro Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2008 9:40 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] Looking for a Glow

Re: [MBZ] Help Needed from International List Members

2008-11-05 Thread LWB250
I'll post some pictures tomorrow. For now you can look up the automotive version on buyasianparts.com using the part number DG22. The coils are different in the means they use for connection. The automotive version has different (and more) connectors. The body casting is identical, but the

Re: [MBZ] OT, this is cool

2008-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
Truly amazing. Thanks for sharing. On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 5:21 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: http://www.greatdanepro.com/Blue%20Bueaty/index.htm -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 91 300E, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 85

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