Re: [MBZ] UROwn experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Hendrik and Fay
Isn't their sales slogan "with URO your on UROwn"? Hendrik who should go into marketing On 11/06/13 13:18, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I would not buy uro ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes flying car speculation

2013-06-10 Thread Hendrik and Fay
OK I'll put it this way, if they can't make a car that can drive itself, they cannot make a car that the average nut holding onto the steering wheel could fly. Or would you trust your fellow motorist to not fly into you. Hendrik who has flown but is not a pilot On 11/06/13 12:30, Gerry Archer

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Gerry Archer
Thanks, Alan. We can watch for that. Gerry Gerry Archer writes: Prices on Uro bottom hose for '84 190D including shipping: Rockauto 29.80 Autohaus 64.24 In my experience it's nearly impossible to beat Rockauto's list prices. One thing to watch out for, especially with orders of more th

Re: [MBZ] Parts dealers

2013-06-10 Thread Gerry Archer
Thanks, Dave. Might try Rockauto. Gerry There are a handful of vendors who will not pay return shipping even if they screw up and ship an incorrect part. Partsgeek is one of them. That attitude alone keeps me away regardless of price. Dave SoCal On Jun 10, 2013, at 7:29 PM, "Gerry Archer"

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Allan Streib
Gerry Archer writes: > Prices on Uro bottom hose for '84 190D including shipping: > Rockauto 29.80 > Autohaus 64.24 In my experience it's nearly impossible to beat Rockauto's list prices. One thing to watch out for, especially with orders of more than one thing, is that they will ship differe

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I would not buy uro Sent from my iPhone On Jun 10, 2013, at 10:11 PM, "Gerry Archer" wrote: >>> Andrew wrote: >>> Autohaus Arizona www.autohausaz.com has been stellar over the years. >>> Their >>> website gives you part numbers and is a snap to use. The owner/rep is >>> acessible most any time

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes concept car speculation

2013-06-10 Thread Gerry Archer
It might be, but in the US congestion is a bigger problem that flying cars would at least help. Gerry I disagree the next advance will be self driving cars. Once the tech to do that has been worked out, cars will be able to fly themselves. Hendrik who has to drive the car On 10/06/13 12:29

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Gerry Archer
Andrew wrote: Autohaus Arizona www.autohausaz.com has been stellar over the years. Their website gives you part numbers and is a snap to use. The owner/rep is acessible most any time via their 800 number, and they ship promptly. If you desperately need something in under a week you can pay the

Re: [MBZ] '84 190D lower radiator hose

2013-06-10 Thread Gerry Archer
- Original Message - From: "Mitch Haley" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, June 10, 2013 7:00 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] '84 190D lower radiator hose MG wrote: Might try http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/search/?N=0&Nr=AND%28wpn_tl_name:Engine+%26+Drivetrain,wpn_cat_name:Rad

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Allan Streib
In all honesty I thought Randy Steele had passed away. I must be thinking of another parts guy who was popular on the mbz.org lists? Allan Dan Penoff writes: > Randy went back to the stealership some years back, probably in the late > 90s/early 2000s if I recall correctly. He had some major

Re: [MBZ] Parts dealers

2013-06-10 Thread w123wagon
There are a handful of vendors who will not pay return shipping even if they screw up and ship an incorrect part. Partsgeek is one of them. That attitude alone keeps me away regardless of price. Dave SoCal On Jun 10, 2013, at 7:29 PM, "Gerry Archer" wrote: > I've ordered several parts from P

Re: [MBZ] '84 190D lower radiator hose

2013-06-10 Thread Rick Knoble
> Date: Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:57:56 -0700 > From: curtlud...@yahoo.com > To: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Subject: [MBZ] '84 190D lower radiator hose > > I think I need the lower radiator hose for my '84 190D. > > Pelican parts doesn't have a listing. AutohausAZ lists a Lemfoerder but its > on backorder

Re: [MBZ] Deaf dog owners

2013-06-10 Thread ernest breakfield
exactly; the dog has trained its owners well. sadly, most dog training problems are the result of a poorly trained owner. true Separation Anxiety issues can be a bitch (heh) to deal with, but it sounds like this couple could benefit from the services of a qualified behaviorist. in lieu of

Re: [MBZ] My experiences -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Hendrik and Fay
Trust is one of those things that takes a long time to earn and is lost very quickly. The way I see it, the parts biz over there is very competitive and the only things separating the various retailers is customer service. I am sure Rusty would have told this to Trent. Rusty may well have build

[MBZ] Subject: Parts dealers

2013-06-10 Thread RDeafBoy
I've used _www.PartsBin.com_ (http://www.PartsBin.com) .[Sister co. of Autopartswarehouse.com]. Warehouse is in Jersey & I get it in one or two days. Large selection too Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To searc

Re: [MBZ] Spitfire 944

2013-06-10 Thread WILTON
Does he have a DD-214 (official record of service and discharge); earlier form was "WD" Form. Wilton - Original Message - From: "clay" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, June 10, 2013 9:37 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Spitfire 944 That is what the paperwork says. He was signal

[MBZ] Kleb is back, was : '84 190D lower radiator hose

2013-06-10 Thread OK Don
He might be -- Where you out of the country again? You suddenly popped up again, and a bunch of emails with attachments got approved all of a sudden --- FYI - the '57 Cessna (Big Bird) has been in the air three times now - first flights in 20 years. On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 8:41 PM, Kaleb C. Stri

Re: [MBZ] OT - cat $#it in the garden

2013-06-10 Thread OK Don
Stop creating cat litter by stopping cats from reproducing --- On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 8:58 PM, Max wrote: > My favorite bit from that article: stop producing car litter waste by > training the cats to use the toilet... > -- > Max Dillon > Charleston, SC > '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 >

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread OK Don
ML320 - first version. It's great in the snow, has lots of clearance, has MB safety, the initial issues have been fixed if it's still on the road now, and did I mention that it's a Mercedes? On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 8:13 PM, clay wrote: > I suspect she will not be in the hinterlands and it only

Re: [MBZ] OT - cat $#it in the garden

2013-06-10 Thread Max
My favorite bit from that article: stop producing car litter waste by training the cats to use the toilet... -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Michael Canfield wrote: >There are dozens of articles explaining why to keep carnivore poop out >of >your compost and ga

Re: [MBZ] 44 years OT

2013-06-10 Thread OK Don
Every generation has said that about the one following them --- On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 8:23 PM, clay wrote: > There needs to be a rather large correction to society and industry such > that the people who feel deserving are shown that you deserve nothing more > than what you made your own self

Re: [MBZ] '84 190D lower radiator hose

2013-06-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I thought he was out of business or something Sent from my iPhone On Jun 10, 2013, at 8:39 PM, OK Don wrote: > Call Q2 and ask him the price from MB - last time I needed genuine MB > parts, Q was cheaper than my local stealer, even with shipping! > > > On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 4:57 PM, Curt R

Re: [MBZ] Trent Issue

2013-06-10 Thread OK Don
Sounds like you're doing well in thenew job - I need to remember NOT to give you my new phone number, you can probably sell ice in Antartica--- On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 6:04 PM, Rusty Cullens wrote: > > I am here, I didn't see the email, sorry. I have tried to talk to Trent > about all the issues

Re: [MBZ] '84 190D lower radiator hose

2013-06-10 Thread OK Don
Call Q2 and ask him the price from MB - last time I needed genuine MB parts, Q was cheaper than my local stealer, even with shipping! On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 4:57 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > I think I need the lower radiator hose for my '84 190D. The car loses > coolant occasionally and the temp

Re: [MBZ] Spitfire 944

2013-06-10 Thread clay
That is what the paperwork says. He was signal corp, and mayhap the Korea Theatre at that moment was to be staffed by USAF and not Army for that MOS On Jun 10, 2013, at 6:03 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: > clay wrote: >> Prior to July 1947- May 1949 > > But his discharge was from the Army? > > Mitc

Re: [MBZ] Parts dealers

2013-06-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Autohausaz, just watch what you order, don't Oder uru parts Sent from my iPhone On Jun 10, 2013, at 7:29 PM, "Gerry Archer" wrote: > I've ordered several parts from PartsGeek which is in New Jersey. Their > prices seem to be fair and they have a wide selection of brands; at least on > my 300

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread dseretakis
I really hope this Trent thing gets resolved. I don't like dealing with autohausaz. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 10, 2013, at 9:00 PM, clay wrote: > I will check it out, but I may get cancer and die > > clay > > On Jun 10, 2013, at 1:45 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > >> Try http://www.buyeuroparts

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread Mitch Haley
clay wrote: I have no plans to travel farther than the 49th parallel. Tell your wife not to let any weird looking hitchhikers in the truck next time. http://gifs.gifbin.com/062013/1370886171_bear_opens_car_door_like_a_person.gif ___ http://www.okiebenz.com F

Re: [MBZ] 44 years OT

2013-06-10 Thread clay
There needs to be a rather large correction to society and industry such that the people who feel deserving are shown that you deserve nothing more than what you made your own self. That life is not fair or reasonable and you do not get a prize for showing up. I do know that we will need a n

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Gerry Archer
Randy is top notch but his shipments can take a week to get to Florida. Alex wrote: I miss Randy Steele. Randy is wanting your biz. Look him up. mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://w

[MBZ] Parts dealers

2013-06-10 Thread Gerry Archer
I've ordered several parts from PartsGeek which is in New Jersey. Their prices seem to be fair and they have a wide selection of brands; at least on my 300D engine mounts; 6 brands including Lemfordner at $22.xx. http://www.partsgeek.com ___ http://www.ok

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread clay
I suspect she will not be in the hinterlands and it only needs to get her to and from work and the grocery store. I am told the streets are not plowed during daytime driving hours while it snows. Everybody goes home and the plows come out. Biggest issue would then be that snow fell, it made

Re: [MBZ] Spitfire 944

2013-06-10 Thread Mitch Haley
clay wrote: Prior to July 1947- May 1949 But his discharge was from the Army? Mitch. ___ 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 option

Re: [MBZ] Trent Issue

2013-06-10 Thread Curt Raymond
Thanks Rusty, sorry you had to get dragged into this. -Curt Date: Mon, 10 Jun 2013 23:04:32 + From: "Rusty Cullens" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Subject: Re: [MBZ] Trent Issue Message-ID: <1023703051-1370905574-cardhu_decombobulator_blackberry.rim.net-233663864-@b15.c4.bise6.blackber

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread clay
I will check it out, but I may get cancer and die clay On Jun 10, 2013, at 1:45 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > Try http://www.buyeuroparts.com/ > > Dan not presently dying of cancer > > Sent from my iPad > > On Jun 10, 2013, at 4:43 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > >> I emailed today, haven't heard anyth

Re: [MBZ] 44 years OT

2013-06-10 Thread Mountain Man
clay wrote: > There are more starving younglings out there needing to make a stake so they > can produce more workers. > Finagle costs... again. I thought it was NPR. But, it was 60-Minutes last night: www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=50148539n - video www.cbsnews.com/8301-18560_162-57586902/hos

Re: [MBZ] '84 190D lower radiator hose

2013-06-10 Thread Curt Raymond
As Mitch says RockAuto has it for $16 but the thing is I don't want a URO hose at any price. I have such a poor opinion of them I wouldn't take one if they gave it to me for free. -Curt Date: Mon, 10 Jun 2013 18:49:20 -0400 From: MG To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] '84 190D lo

Re: [MBZ] Spitfire 944

2013-06-10 Thread clay
Prior to July 1947- May 1949 clay On Jun 10, 2013, at 6:01 AM, WILTON wrote: > If it was between 1941 and Sep 18, 1947, US Army Air Force; US Air Force > after Sep 47. > > Wilton > > - Original Message - From: "clay" > To: "Mercedes Discussion List" > Sent: Sunday, June 09, 2013 11:

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes concept car

2013-06-10 Thread clay
I think the tires would be hard to change clay On Jun 9, 2013, at 12:36 PM, Gerry Archer wrote: > http://www.notcot.com/archives/2010/11/mercedes-benz-biome-11.php > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com > To search l

Re: [MBZ] 44 years OT

2013-06-10 Thread Mountain Man
Scott wrote: > I don't know about starving, but there are a lot of younglings out there > that need to be told (or retold) that the world does not owe them a living. > I think that is a gross mis-characterization. I think the other gross mis-characterization is that many have school loans that are

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread Michael Canfield
I talked my Mom into buying a Subaru Forester when she moved to Alaska. After her first whole winter with it up there she couldn't be happier. Mike On Jun 7, 2013 2:42 AM, "clay" wrote: > Sadly she is practical and thrifty. For her upcoming birthday all she > wants is the house to be clean. WT

Re: [MBZ] Trent Issue

2013-06-10 Thread Rich Thomas
Thanks for the response. He needs a large prod, maybe inserted permanently, or at least until the issues are resolved. With a remote control... --R (sent from my miniPad) On Jun 10, 2013, at 7:04 PM, "Rusty Cullens" wrote: I am here, I didn't see the email, sorry. I have tried to talk to Tr

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Rusty Cullens
He is a very nice person from what I remember. I have invited to be on LinkedIn with no response even though we supply him and I no longer compete with him. Some folks keep drudges, some don't. Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® -Original Message- From: Dan Penoff Se

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Dan Penoff
Randy went back to the stealership some years back, probably in the late 90s/early 2000s if I recall correctly. He had some major health issues and left at some point in the future after that. He has or had a large supply of NOS parts, which he started liquidating on eBay some years back out o

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread Dieselhead
How deep is the snow likely to be? If I were looking for a snow vehicle it would be a 4X4 truck with some clearance. Our old 4Runner was pretty good and I have no complaints about my F150. Both are the sort that cannot be driven on dry pavement in 4 wheel drive but are pretty stable on slippery

Re: [MBZ] Trent Issue

2013-06-10 Thread Rusty Cullens
I am here, I didn't see the email, sorry. I have tried to talk to Trent about all the issues that pop up but I too get ignored sometimes. I will continue to prod him for any and all of ya'll. FYI, life at WorldPac is amazing! In my 2 months on the phones after the initial training, I have added

Re: [MBZ] '84 190D lower radiator hose

2013-06-10 Thread Mitch Haley
MG wrote: Might try http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/search/?N=0&Nr=AND%28wpn_tl_name:Engine+%26+Drivetrain,wpn_cat_name:Radiators\%2C+Fans\%2C+Cooling+Systems+%26+Components,wpn_scat_name:Coolant+Hoses+%26+Components,part:Radiator+Hose%29 Same URO parts $43.95 It's more like $16 (plus monu

Re: [MBZ] OT A Reminder

2013-06-10 Thread Mitch Haley
clay wrote: My six year old cousin was almost expelled in January because he has a thumb and index finger. He was caught brandishing this on school property and they have a zero tolerance policy. I think they are planning on chopping off thumbs for a dual purpose of reducing texting and viol

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread Curt Raymond
If theres so much snow I can't get through it with my 240D and snow tires I shouldn't be out. It'll push snow up to the top of the bumper with little concern, deeper if its powder. A heavy car with narrow tires and not too much power is a good snow vehicle. Scott is right about a locking differ

Re: [MBZ] Trent Issue

2013-06-10 Thread Rich Thomas
I sent him an email to see if he had any insight into this guy and his (lack of) performance. Have not heard back. --R On 6/10/13 5:56 PM, Randy Bennell wrote: Where is Rusty? My recollection is that he continued to have a vested interest in this business and wanted it to do well. Randy

Re: [MBZ] '84 190D lower radiator hose

2013-06-10 Thread MG
Might try http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/search/?N=0&Nr=AND%28wpn_tl_name:Engine+%26+Drivetrain,wpn_cat_name:Radiators\%2C+Fans\%2C+Cooling+Systems+%26+Components,wpn_scat_name:Coolant+Hoses+%26+Components,part:Radiator+Hose%29 Same URO parts $43.95 Manfred Curt Raymond wrote: I think I nee

Re: [MBZ] OT A Reminder

2013-06-10 Thread clay
My six year old cousin was almost expelled in January because he has a thumb and index finger. He was caught brandishing this on school property and they have a zero tolerance policy. I think they are planning on chopping off thumbs for a dual purpose of reducing texting and violence. clay O

Re: [MBZ] OT A Reminder

2013-06-10 Thread clay
Good point. This is the way Chavez kept Venezuela primed for his socialist progroms. No poo paper, no milk, no bread, no rice, no staples available unless you wait in line. Meantime, the folks with money are able to shop in Miami and fly high quality merchandise home in their Cessna. Lots o

Re: [MBZ] Trent Issue

2013-06-10 Thread WILTON
My thoughts, too. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Randy Bennell" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, June 10, 2013 5:56 PM Subject: [MBZ] Trent Issue Where is Rusty? My recollection is that he continued to have a vested interest in this business and wanted it to do w

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Mitch Haley
Gerry Archer wrote: Also, I never hear anyone mentioning Peach Parts in Atlanta (a division of Pelican Parts). Is there something problematic about them? Shipping from them should be faster in the Southeast. If I've got it right, Phil Reinhardt changed the name from Fastlane to Peach Part

Re: [MBZ] Deaf dog owners

2013-06-10 Thread WILTON
I don't plan to be doing any of that stuff. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Randy Bennell" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, June 10, 2013 5:29 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Deaf dog owners On 10/06/2013 8:36 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: There's always the classic pellet gun ambus

Re: [MBZ] 44 years OT

2013-06-10 Thread Scott Ritchey
clay wrote: > There are more starving younglings out there needing to make a stake so they can produce more workers. > I don't know about starving, but there are a lot of younglings out there that need to be told (or retold) that the world does not owe them a living. _

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Jun 10, 2013 3:16 PM, "Mountain Man" wrote: > > Dan wrote: > > I put Randy's daughter through college and even paid for him to attend StarFest in Milwaukee. > > > > If he wasn't on the left coast I would probably still buy from him. > > > > Good guy. > > www.epsparts.com/parts/ > > Alex is on w

Re: [MBZ] 44 years OT

2013-06-10 Thread Mountain Man
clay wrote: > There are more starving younglings out there needing to make a stake so they > can produce more workers. > My kids have sworn off that type of activity - making younglings. NPR had an article about a hospital management company in NC that specifies percentage of ER intakes to hospi

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread Randy Bennell
On 10/06/2013 5:21 PM, Scott Ritchey wrote: In my experience (1) 4WD lets you to get stuck in places where other people would never go and (2) a locking differential in 2WD is often better than 4WD with open differentials. ___ If you are going to go where

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread Randy Bennell
I was not really talking about blizzards. My back lane is often drifted and has ruts from other vehicles going out. I don't have trouble after I get a few blocks onto more travelled roads but I have to say that I worry much less about getting from my parking spot to the major streets with 4 whe

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread Scott Ritchey
In my experience (1) 4WD lets you to get stuck in places where other people would never go and (2) a locking differential in 2WD is often better than 4WD with open differentials. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Mountain Man
Dan wrote: > I put Randy's daughter through college and even paid for him to attend > StarFest in Milwaukee. > > If he wasn't on the left coast I would probably still buy from him. > > Good guy. www.epsparts.com/parts/ Alex is on west coast, if I recall properly. mao ___

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Gerry Archer
It once was against the law (or credit card rules) to debit an account before items are shipped IIRC. Has anyone contacted Rusty to see if he knows anything about this situation? Gerry On 6/7/13 5:41 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: Facts provided without comment: A couple of weeks ago I sent a list of

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Gerry Archer
If you paid with a credit card, can't you stop payment to him from the credit card company and get your $150 back? Also, I never hear anyone mentioning Peach Parts in Atlanta (a division of Pelican Parts). Is there something problematic about them? Shipping from them should be faster in the

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread Curt Raymond
I'd like to think Alaskans are smart enough to know if you're plowing snow down the road you shouldn't have come out. We had a blizzard back in February and they closed the roads which is basically unheard of. The government took some flack but compared to the hundreds of people stranded in thei

Re: [MBZ] Spitfire 944

2013-06-10 Thread Michael Canfield
Me too! I actually had a picture of it going in my head.. Mike On Jun 4, 2013 8:00 PM, "Alex Chamberlain" wrote: > On Jun 4, 2013 3:42 PM, "Scott Ritchey" wrote: > > > > For them what can appreciate this: > > > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ie3SrjLlcUY > > I clicked the link expecting t

[MBZ] '84 190D lower radiator hose

2013-06-10 Thread Curt Raymond
I think I need the lower radiator hose for my '84 190D. The car loses coolant occasionally and the temp gauge acts funny occasionally and I've recently seen some coolant at that corner of the car. I think it all adds up since the radiator is new, thermostat is new. Upper hose is easy to get, com

[MBZ] Trent Issue

2013-06-10 Thread Randy Bennell
Where is Rusty? My recollection is that he continued to have a vested interest in this business and wanted it to do well. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive

Re: [MBZ] OT - Sondy tale

2013-06-10 Thread clay
My youth was wasted in Europe and Latin America. I had no idea that I did not fit in while in the land of white folks. It seemed natural to learn the language, or else, how was I to get around, purchase goodies, or keep out of trouble? No difference in a child's mind than being in the US, o

[MBZ] Fw: 1972 Mercedes 280SE 4.5 - $2000 (Canton)

2013-06-10 Thread Frederick Moir
NOT, etc. Sigh.   Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. - Forwarded Message - >From: "fred.s...@verizon.net" >To: fredy4.s...@yahoo.com >Sent: Monday, June 10, 2013 5:35 PM >Subject: 1972 Mercedes 280SE 4.5 - $2000 (Canton) > > > >fred.s...@verizon.net forwarded you this from craigslist:

Re: [MBZ] 44 years OT

2013-06-10 Thread clay
I concur. Dad retired longer ago than he intended to live. Figured a massive coronary would have done him in 20 years ago. He was able to spend most of his retirement funding medico and dental professionals. I have no plans to take up space affording the insurance industry and health care ma

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Dan Penoff
I put Randy's daughter through college and even paid for him to attend StarFest in Milwaukee. If he wasn't on the left coast I would probably still buy from him. Good guy. Dan Sent from my iPad On Jun 10, 2013, at 5:14 PM, Mountain Man wrote: > Alex wrote: >> I miss Randy Steele. > > Randy

Re: [MBZ] OT - cat $#it in the garden

2013-06-10 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
I have several piles going but only use the stuff in the covered bin that is over a year old at the base and maybe three months ar the top, which I mix periodically with a compost tool.. On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 5:26 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > How long do you work your compost for? I throw mine in

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Not necessarily the best price for every part on every model, but overall they can't be beat.If you're wanting a high value part then it is probably agood idea to do some comparison shopping. On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 5:28 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > I didn't think they were so terrific last year wh

Re: [MBZ] OT - cat $#it in the garden

2013-06-10 Thread Curt Raymond
How long do you work your compost for? I throw mine into a pile for a year, then flip it into a different pile and let it rest a year (getting rid of the bad bugs) at which point its just dirt and sticks and the occasional bit of plastic. -Curt Date: Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:55:13 -0400 From: Andre

Re: [MBZ] Deaf dog owners

2013-06-10 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Beware the wrath of the dog loving lobby. On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 5:29 PM, Randy Bennell wrote: > On 10/06/2013 8:36 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: > >> There's always the classic pellet gun ambush. Pump to a non-penetrating >> level, wait for the leg to be lifted, and... BAM! Aversion therapy at >> it

Re: [MBZ] Deaf dog owners

2013-06-10 Thread Randy Bennell
On 10/06/2013 8:36 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: There's always the classic pellet gun ambush. Pump to a non-penetrating level, wait for the leg to be lifted, and... BAM! Aversion therapy at its best. -- Jim ___ And, if you stay out of sight, reasonably safe to

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Curt Raymond
I didn't think they were so terrific last year when although they had a great posted price for a 190D radiator they didn't actually have any in stock. Couldn't be bothered to tell me for a week and couldn't understand why I was pissed when I called them. Rusty had me a new radiator in 3 days and

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Curt Raymond
Ahh there it is, I knew it was different but similar and remembered it wrong... -Curt Date: Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:45:08 -0400 From: Dan Penoff To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point Message-ID: Content-Type: text/plain;charset=us-ascii Try http://www.

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread Randy Bennell
How deep is the snow likely to be? If I were looking for a snow vehicle it would be a 4X4 truck with some clearance. Our old 4Runner was pretty good and I have no complaints about my F150. Both are the sort that cannot be driven on dry pavement in 4 wheel drive but are pretty stable on slippery

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Mountain Man
Alex wrote: > I miss Randy Steele. Randy is wanting your biz. Look him up. mao ___ 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: h

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Mountain Man
--R wrote: > No it is not a temper tantrum. It is a matter of sharing FACTS related to > someone many of us might find important in dealing with our cars, as was > Rusty. I think many of us were willing to support his efforts in this > business, expecting a similar level of service, or at least h

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Jun 10, 2013 2:04 PM, "Mitch Haley" wrote: > > Curt Raymond wrote: >> > I'm thinking of trying Pelican Parts. > Who was it that bought from them > before, Larry? > > What's the history there, was it > Fastlane > PeachParts > Pelican? That's right. > And Phil is dead now, so who's > running Pe

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Mountain Man
Curt wrote: > Dr Fatty seems to be out of business, buymbparts.net seems to be gone anyway. > http://www.buyeuroparts.com/ mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ T

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Mitch Haley
Curt Raymond wrote: I emailed today, haven't heard anything since Thursday. Went over to CarQuest and ordered all new rear brake components for my 190D. They couldn't get a lower radiator hose which isn't tremendously surprising. Dr Fatty seems to be out of business, buymbparts.net seems to be

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Rich Thomas
No it is not a temper tantrum. It is a matter of sharing FACTS related to someone many of us might find important in dealing with our cars, as was Rusty. I think many of us were willing to support his efforts in this business, expecting a similar level of service, or at least hoping for such,

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Autohaus Arizona www.autohausaz.com has been stellar over the years. Their website gives you part numbers and is a snap to use. The owner/rep is acessible most any time via their 800 number, and they ship promptly. If you desperately need something in under a week you can pay their expedited shi

Re: [MBZ] OT - cat $#it in the garden

2013-06-10 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
I find the filters unsightly and don't degrade fast enough. On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 4:47 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > Why, whats wrong with the filters? I chuck 'em in the compost, grounds go > directly into the garden, keeps the cats out. > > Dunno why you would think it was backhanded, I was sayi

Re: [MBZ] OT - cat $#it in the garden

2013-06-10 Thread Curt Raymond
Why, whats wrong with the filters? I chuck 'em in the compost, grounds go directly into the garden, keeps the cats out. Dunno why you would think it was backhanded, I was saying composting cat manure is safe if you take rudimentary precautions and that your arguments that your indoor cats proba

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Dan Penoff
Try http://www.buyeuroparts.com/ Dan not presently dying of cancer Sent from my iPad On Jun 10, 2013, at 4:43 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > I emailed today, haven't heard anything since Thursday. > > Went over to CarQuest and ordered all new rear brake components for my 190D. > They couldn't get

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Curt Raymond
I emailed today, haven't heard anything since Thursday. Went over to CarQuest and ordered all new rear brake components for my 190D. They couldn't get a lower radiator hose which isn't tremendously surprising. Dr Fatty seems to be out of business, buymbparts.net seems to be gone anyway. I'm thin

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Dan Penoff
I can beat that. I paid in April and haven't gotten all of my stuff despite asking many times and being told it was coming. If it was anything more than a handful of instrument cluster lamps I would be really pissed. At this point I'm just walking away and chalking it up to experience. Dan Se

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Mitch Haley
Jon Agne wrote: Wow. Sounds just like a temper tantrum to me. I do not suppose that he knows the entire story, now does he? He just knows he paid ten days ago (four of them weekend), doesn't have his stuff, and can't seem to get a reply to an inquiry. From a customer's point of view, that'

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes concept car speculation

2013-06-10 Thread G Mann
Self driving cars: The attention level will not change, it will just free up one hand and speed up texting, coffee drinking, and phone dialing. On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 2:46 AM, Hendrik and Fay wrote: > I disagree the next advance will be self driving cars. > Once the tech to do that has been w

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Jon Agne
Wow. Sounds just like a temper tantrum to me. I do not suppose that he knows the entire story, now does he? Jon On Jun 10, 2013, at 3:56 PM, Rick Knoble wrote: > > On Jun 10, 2013, at 2:41 PM, "Jon Agne" wrote: > >> Just wondering why you would ever want to post something like that..

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jun 10, 2013, at 2:41 PM, "Jon Agne" wrote: > Just wondering why you would ever want to post something like that.. Because it is public information. Because he is angry. Because no one likes losing money. Because if you have a business, you communicate and try to rectify problems

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Jon Agne
Just wondering why you would ever want to post something like that.. On Jun 10, 2013, at 3:30 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: > > Police reports for Monday, Dec. 10, 2012 > > Created: Monday, December 10, 2012 1:15 a.m. CDT > > Sterling Police > > Trent J. Fiorini, 45, of Sterling; 1 a.m. Friday;

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-10 Thread Rich Thomas
Police reports for Monday, Dec. 10, 2012 Created: Monday, December 10, 2012 1:15 a.m. CDT Sterling Police Trent J. Fiorini, 45, of Sterling; 1 a.m. Friday; DUI, no turn signal, no driver's license on person; given notice to appear in court. Steve R. Nicpon, 76, of Sterling; 4:04 p.m. Frida

Re: [MBZ] Opine away

2013-06-10 Thread clay
I have no plans to travel farther than the 49th parallel. clay On Jun 7, 2013, at 8:57 AM, Randy Bennell wrote: > On 07/06/2013 1:42 AM, clay wrote: >> Sadly she is practical and thrifty. For her upcoming birthday all she wants >> is the house to be clean. WTF!?! Cash is something to be hoa

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