[MBZ] This...

2012-03-14 Thread Dan Penoff
... is pretty cool: http://htwins.net/scale2/ Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Sarah needs a knob

2012-03-14 Thread Rusty Cullens
She needs a new steering too, I'll call her. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au To:

Re: [MBZ] Sarah needs a knob

2012-03-14 Thread Rich Thomas
And a hood star --R On 3/13/12 7:53 PM, Hendrik Fay wrote: Rusty should try and sell her a new gear knob http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1feature=fvwpv=lUxWBBMWOtg Hendrik whose knobs look better than that ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

Re: [MBZ] Computers, hoons and Diesels

2012-03-14 Thread Dieselhead
Also the question has come up on the Ozbenz forum, as to why the US got S class Diesels and just about no one outside of continental Europe and the US did. Someone suggested it was due to the average fuel consumption legislation from the 70's but I am a bit weary of that theory. You blokes

[MBZ] Laptop Memory

2012-03-14 Thread MG
I was wondering if anyone has any old laptop memory laying around? I seem to remember that someone had some and before I go trying to buy some new I figured I would see if there was any used somewhere on the list. I need 2 pcs. of 100 mhz 256 meg 3.3 volt So-dimm for on old Dell Latitude that

Re: [MBZ] looks like it can be done

2012-03-14 Thread G Mann
I see the pickers have already high-graded parts from the shell The price goes up to put it on the road by geometric scale. Not for me, been there done that.. RIP.. Grant... On Tue, Mar 13, 2012 at 6:35 PM, clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Laptop Memory

2012-03-14 Thread Fred Moir
Manfred. If 128mb are of any use, I have two that you may have. PC100-222-620 Out of a Dell Latitude CPX-J Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred On 3/14/2012 11:39 AM, MG wrote: I was wondering if anyone has any old laptop memory laying around? I seem to remember that someone had some and

[MBZ] no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors

2012-03-14 Thread glenn brown
I started and ran my '85 300TD a little while ago and it still has a rough idle and smokes upon a cold startup, but warms up in 2-3 min. and then the idle is as smooth as an old diesel will get and the smoking ceases, so there's no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors yesterday.

Re: [MBZ] no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors

2012-03-14 Thread Rick Knoble
On Mar 14, 2012, at 12:08 PM, glenn brown g_010...@hotmail.com wrote: I started and ran my '85 300TD a little while ago and it still has a rough idle and smokes upon a cold startup, but warms up in 2-3 min. and then the idle is as smooth as an old diesel will get and the smoking ceases, so

Re: [MBZ] no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors

2012-03-14 Thread Mitch Haley
glenn brown wrote: I started and ran my '85 300TD a little while ago and it still has a rough idle and smokes upon a cold startup, but warms up in 2-3 min. and then the idle is as smooth as an old diesel will get and the smoking ceases, so there's no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel

Re: [MBZ] no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors

2012-03-14 Thread Scott Ritchey
I haven't followed this thread but ... When my 82 300SD has same symptoms the cure was new glow plugs. Scott -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of glenn brown Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2012 1:09 PM To:

Re: [MBZ] OT - GulagUSA

2012-03-14 Thread Max
Not interesting, his socialist agenda too obvious. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300, '87 300TD ___ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors

2012-03-14 Thread Max
Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: I haven't followed this thread but ... When my 82 300SD has same symptoms the cure was new glow plugs. Scott I like Scott's answer. Other places to look include the delivery valves for the affected cylinders. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300,

Re: [MBZ] no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors

2012-03-14 Thread Max
Also, rack damper bolt? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300, '87 300TD ___ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors

2012-03-14 Thread Jaime Kopchinski
I didn't follow this completely, but didn't you have low compression in 4 5? Its likely if you had bad injectors there, then they've already done their damage and its time for a rebuild. If you suspect heavy carbon build up or stuck rings, drive it and change the oil frequently. If things

Re: [MBZ] no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors

2012-03-14 Thread Rick Knoble
On Mar 14, 2012, at 3:05 PM, Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: If you suspect heavy carbon build up or stuck rings, drive it and change the oil frequently. Drive_it_like_you_stole_it. Preferably through some mountainous terrain. Every day. All day. Or as long as you can. Rick Who

Re: [MBZ] no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors

2012-03-14 Thread Rick Knoble
Welcome back Max. Where were you hiding? Rick Sent from my iPhone. On Mar 14, 2012, at 2:15 PM, Max meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: I like Scott's answer. Other places to look include the delivery valves for the affected cylinders ___

[MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread Dan Penoff
OK, guys, pile on. I'm in unfamiliar territory here, and could really use some direction: 1992 300E 2.6, complaint is AC compressor won't come on. Original complaint was that the #7 fuse was blowing, killing all ACC related functions. Fuse was replaced, and now ACC functions as expected, that

Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread Max
You're very close, if my 124 diesel knowledge applies. The KLIMA relay compares engine speed to compressor speed to decide if the serpentine belt is slipping. Sounds like that signal has been interrupted. Could be bad speed coil on the compressor, bad KLIMA, or bad engine speed pick-up.

Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread Dan Penoff
All quite possible, however, I have yet to determine that the MAS relay has taken the place of the KLIMA relay (which does not exist on this particular chassis.) That's why I really need a schematic. With that I could at least pin things down... Thanks! Dan On Mar 14, 2012, at 5:16 PM,

Re: [MBZ] Sarah needs a knob

2012-03-14 Thread Hendrik Fay
Perhaps one of the listers will take the 220 off her hands and give it a good home. Hendrik who is trying to get virtualbox up and running On 15/03/12 00:32, Rich Thomas wrote: And a hood star --R On 3/13/12 7:53 PM, Hendrik Fay wrote: Rusty should try and sell her a new gear knob

Re: [MBZ] Sarah needs a knob

2012-03-14 Thread Randy Bennell
Sarah needs more than a knob http://www.youtube.com/watch?NR=1feature=endscreenv=g0lIEq16eEg Randy On 14/03/2012 9:02 AM, Rich Thomas wrote: And a hood star --R On 3/13/12 7:53 PM, Hendrik Fay wrote: Rusty should try and sell her a new gear knob

Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread Dieselhead
Read #2 and #3 here http://www.w124performance.com/service/W126/Index/Misc.htm I think you are right, that the wire from the low pressure switch to the comp is the clutch power wire. With it off at the comp, measure resistance of the terminal on the compressor to ground. Open or near 0

Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread Dan Penoff
I did attempt to check for voltage from the ACC system to the low pressure switch and ultimately the compressor clutch, but I turned things on and then got over to the connections, so it would have been a good 30 seconds before I ever got the Fluke's leads on the connectors. It's such a small

Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread Dan Penoff
I have found a reference to the MAS and what it does in the AC manual, but they use that darned breakout box to do the troubleshooting. If I could find a schematic I could figure this out in short order, but the ones I have been looking at are for older models that use the KLIMA relay and not

Re: [MBZ] Virtualbox

2012-03-14 Thread Fmiser
Hendrik Fay wrote: Hendrik who is trying to get virtualbox up and running Are your having difficulty with VirtualBox? Or the guest OS? My experience with it has been quite good. USB, serial, ethernet, and all software I've tried to use work well in a MS Win guest on my Linux host. I'm

Re: [MBZ] looks like it can be done

2012-03-14 Thread clay monroe
I am only intent on getting to see how the engine was popped in clay On Mar 14, 2012, at 9:06 AM, G Mann wrote: I see the pickers have already high-graded parts from the shell The price goes up to put it on the road by geometric scale. Not for me, been there done that.. RIP.. Grant...

Re: [MBZ] Virtualbox

2012-03-14 Thread Dan Penoff
I use VirtualBox both on my Macs and my work PC. I have several OS' running on each without any issues. What's the problem you're having? Dan On Mar 14, 2012, at 7:19 PM, Fmiser wrote: Hendrik Fay wrote: Hendrik who is trying to get virtualbox up and running Are your having

Re: [MBZ] Laptop Memory

2012-03-14 Thread MG
Thanks Fred, I have one 128mb in there so would only need one more as there are only two places to fill. I will wait a bit to see if anyone else has any 256mb ones and if not then I will take one of yours. I'm trying to run XP so the more memory I can get in there the better. May end up having

Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread WILTON
Dan, 'Just set you a comp. clutch schematic. Is it the one you need? Wilton - Original Message - From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2012 7:00 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue I have found a reference

Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread Dan Penoff
Wilton, It's certainly closer to anything I have seen so far. What I recall is that the MAS only had four populated sockets (pins) in the relay socket, which is why I'm confused by the depiction of at least seven connections. I won't get to see the car again until tomorrow morning, but I'll

[MBZ] Stupid E320 question for the day

2012-03-14 Thread Mitch Haley
Where do my 1.0L of power steering fluid go in my 210.282 wagon? I see an SLS reservoir, but not the P/S fluid reservoir. The only reference I can find in the many books that came with the car is in the fluid capacities section (which, oddly enough, makes no mention of the SLS fluid) Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread Dieselhead
That is too long. Hook it up so that you can see the readout, then turn on the switch. the old mechanical VOMS were good for this because you'd see the needle start up, then go back to 0. It will only be a blip. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and

Re: [MBZ] Laptop Memory

2012-03-14 Thread Dieselhead
I have a new SODIMM, but I can't remember what it is. I will try to dig it out, but it will be mon or tues next week. Thanks Fred, I have one 128mb in there so would only need one more as there are only two places to fill. I will wait a bit to see if anyone else has any 256mb ones and if not

Re: [MBZ] OT - GulagUSA

2012-03-14 Thread Mountain Man
Max wrote: Not interesting, his socialist agenda too obvious. She was being interviewed. I agree - a bit socialist. Beside that, take a bat at what is being said? mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] no change after I changed the #4 5 fuel injectors

2012-03-14 Thread Dimitri Seretakis
Should'nt all the injectors be balanced? Sent from my iPhone On Mar 14, 2012, at 4:05 PM, Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: I didn't follow this completely, but didn't you have low compression in 4 5? Its likely if you had bad injectors there, then they've already done their damage

Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread Jim Cathey
Compressor clutch coils can go bad, they're in a harsh environment. Connectors thereto, also. But it sounds KLIMA-ish to me. The WOT switch can affect the AC too. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] Laptop memory

2012-03-14 Thread Chris N John
I'm slow reading the need for memory, so mine may not help. Have 2X512 if they will work in your 'puter? Christy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] Sarah needs a knob

2012-03-14 Thread Craig
On Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:40:53 -0400 Rusty Cullens buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote: She needs a new steering too, I'll call her. She also needs a new hood star. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] 603 turbo WAS:smokin SDL

2012-03-14 Thread Dieselhead
It seems to me that taking off the EGR valve and the football eliminator pipe would make access much easier. Are these necessary for access, or just a convenience for getting the turbo out? I am going to start on this tomorrow. Oil feed line is on top, under the EGR assembly. You will

Re: [MBZ] 300 ACC Issue

2012-03-14 Thread Dave in SoCal
So, no Klima on Dan's model. The linked post below makes it appear that the MAS may control A/C functions. http://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/showpost.php?p=126705postcount=13 Post #4 here, says something different: http://mbworld.org/forums/190e-w201/48220-c-compressor-relay-92-190e-2-6-a.html

Re: [MBZ] 603 turbo WAS:smokin SDL

2012-03-14 Thread Brian Toscano
What is the football eliminator pipe? You don't have to separate the EGR valve from the pipe it bolts to. There are big fat o-rings that keep all those intake pipes together. You probably won't even need to replace them unless they were butchered in the past. But I strongly suggest not bolting

[MBZ] 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288419716939937511

2012-03-14 Thread Craig
Happi Pi Day! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] This...

2012-03-14 Thread Craig
On Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:13:25 -0400 Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: ... is pretty cool: http://htwins.net/scale2/ Indeed! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 603 turbo WAS:smokin SDL

2012-03-14 Thread Craig
On Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:56:05 -0600 Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.com wrote: It may help to put the individual bolts and nuts into zip log backs with a post it note inside the bag so you can keep track of individual parts and what goes where in case you don't get back to reassembly for a

[MBZ] OT: Out of ‘hobby’ class, drones lifting off for personal, commercial use

2012-03-14 Thread Craig
http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2012/mar/14/out-of-hobby-class-drones-lifting-off-for-personal/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] 603 turbo WAS:smokin SDL

2012-03-14 Thread Rick Knoble
It may help to put the individual bolts and nuts into zip log backs with a post it note inside the bag so you can keep track of individual parts and what goes where in case you don't get back to reassembly for a few weeks... Or take pictures with a digital camera Or both :-) Rick

Re: [MBZ] 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288419716939937511

2012-03-14 Thread Fred Moir
Pie are round! Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred On 3/14/2012 11:03 PM, Craig wrote: Happi Pi Day! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288419716939937511

2012-03-14 Thread Dieselhead
Thank you! Thank you very much! Happi Pi Day! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 603 turbo WAS:smokin SDL

2012-03-14 Thread Dieselhead
This is a 603, not a 617. All US 603s had a football smog crap over the top of the exhaust manifold. This caused problems, and led to an extended warranty, where the stealer would replace the football with a pipe, and replace the trashed turbo if the football was not replaced before it

Re: [MBZ] 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288419716939937511

2012-03-14 Thread Max
I think you're three years early? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300, '87 300TD ___ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288419716939937511

2012-03-14 Thread Craig
On Wed, 14 Mar 2012 23:56:26 -0400 Max meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: I think you're three years early? Depends on whether you are counting two digits or four. Every year has a 3.14. Every century has a 3.14.16. If you're counting the latter, I'm four years early. Craig

Re: [MBZ] 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288419716939937511

2012-03-14 Thread Craig
On Wed, 14 Mar 2012 22:45:11 -0500 Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Thank you! Thank you very much! Happi Pi Day! BTW, I just noticed I misspelled happy. That was not intentional. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288419716939937511

2012-03-14 Thread Fmiser
Max wrote: I think you're three years early? The year belongs at the beginning of the string. ISO8601 date format is such a good idea. 2012-03-14 -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288419716939937511

2012-03-14 Thread Fmiser
Craig wrote: Happi Pi Day! Dieselhead wrote: Thank you! Thank you very much! Craig then wrote: BTW, I just noticed I misspelled happy. That was not intentional. Be grateful the grammar squad didn't get you!! -- Philip ___

Re: [MBZ] 603 turbo WAS:smokin SDL

2012-03-14 Thread John Freer
Actually, only the 86 West coast 603's had the football trap oxidizer. All 87's had them. John Sent from my iPad On Mar 14, 2012, at 8:44 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: This is a 603, not a 617. All US 603s had a football smog crap over the top of the exhaust manifold. This