Re: [MBZ] OT - What is NeXT?

My cube was a fair amount more than that! Of course, NeXT was still making computers then... I got the printer too. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] OT - What is NeXT?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-NeXT-NeXTstation-N1100-Computer-N4000A-MegaPixel-Dispaly-Monitor-/311752077861?hash=item4895df3225 I remember when you could pick these up for $10. I wonder who has an edition of the OS laying around? clay 2002 s430 - Victor, a Stately & well tailored

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

You have to have a clutch holding tool to hold it from turning while loosing the bolt Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 1, 2016, at 8:34 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Other than snap ring pliers I didn’t see anything shown that was required to > remove the

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

Just replace her compressor and be done with it. If the seal is bad what else is not far behind? Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 1, 2016, at 6:48 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Well, the verdict on the 350SDL’s AC is in, and the dye tells it all - > leaking

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

It is. That’s good to hear. Down here in Florida the average life of a compressor seems to be around 3-4 years. Dan > On Dec 1, 2016, at 9:40 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'm assuming your car's compressor is the same as my '87, which could be an >

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

I am pretty sure the FleaBay folks want to get their pound of flesh, but may be willing to let the fees sit on their books so it looks like they have really great receivables. The SL I sold to an idjit on fleabay was 30 days of my seller fee being on their books. Once it became clear he was

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

I'm assuming your car's compressor is the same as my '87, which could be an incorrect assumption. My compressor has lasted for ten years after my "rebuild", so I would not hesitate to recommend giving it a try. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On December 1, 2016 9:34:12 PM EST,

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

Loosen the bolt and give it a pop with a MFH and a drift.NO special tool needed. That is how I have popped off every clutch or tapered sheave. Max Dillon via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 8:23 PM Easy, especially if you get the special tool for removing the

Re: [MBZ] Rusty Old Diesels Drivetribe

Looks interesting, but it wants you to sign up with fakebook. I don't want to do that. is there any other way to join? Dan Penoff via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 8:08 PM Guy on Benzworld just set this up for those who drive rusty old diesels:

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

Other than snap ring pliers I didn’t see anything shown that was required to remove the clutch. Did I miss something in the videos? Dan > On Dec 1, 2016, at 9:23 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Easy, especially if you get the special tool for removing the

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

Dan asks: >‎Any reason why one couldn’t use >compressor oil rather than mineral oil for >>reassembly? I just watched his R4 video. In it he says he uses mineral oil, as opposed to compressor oil because compressor oils are hygroscopic, and will attract water from the air. Rick

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

Easy, especially if you get the special tool for removing the clutch. You may be able to rent that tool at FLAPS? Do the rear seal and speed sensor too. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On December 1, 2016 7:48:26 PM EST, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:

[MBZ] Rusty Old Diesels Drivetribe

Guy on Benzworld just set this up for those who drive rusty old diesels: https://www.drivetribe.com/t/SNm9_e5sRsSTl9FB4jrsqQ/KMCmJmyyS5O0VD0L0-dESg Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

Thanks, Rick and Peter. Just got done watching Bob’s videos on resealing. Looks pretty straightforward and not difficult at all. I ordered a resealing kit with the shaft protector on eBay for about $23 just now, so I’ll probably take this on next week. Any reason why one couldn’t use

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

I've done two. Clean the compressor very well, the last thing you want is grit in the seals. Not a bad job. Compressor has to come out, so replace all the o-rings including the four under the top plate. The new seal will leak a little until it runs in completely, but I've never had an

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

‎Dan ponders : >‎So I’m wondering how difficult replacing >the shaft seal on one of these >could be.  ‎Century Bob sez on the 10PA the seal goes in from behind, so the compressor has to be disassembled. He says that at about 1:14 in the second video. This guy is frickin' good. 

Re: [MBZ] Fl MiniQ

On Thu, 01 Dec 2016 09:44:39 -0500 MG via Mercedes wrote: > The Dome is right there to the west of the runway nearer to the > north end then the south. I saw that. It is very visible on the satellite picture. > If the picture you see has some long poles sitting near it

Re: [MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

I did a write up of how a used a similar $25 junkyard compressor from a rice burner into the 10PA17 for the SDL. It is in the archives about 2006 or 2007 I had to reuse the clutch from the MB compressor. That was how I dealt with a leaky seal. Dan Penoff via Mercedes

[MBZ] 2.6 for son of Dan?

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[MBZ] Straight 6 for Dan?

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Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

I saw a slightly rusty $1700 ML55 AMG a couple of months ago, I wonder what she would have thought of that? Appeared to be quite clean inside and mechanically. > On December 1, 2016 at 7:44 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > > She was suitably unimpressed. She

[MBZ] Denso 10PA17C Shaft Seal

Well, the verdict on the 350SDL’s AC is in, and the dye tells it all - leaking shaft seal on the compressor. So I’m wondering how difficult replacing the shaft seal on one of these could be. I’ve looked at a couple of examples online and it’s certainly a straightforward job, the only real

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

She was suitably unimpressed. She likes the smaller R129 chassis, and the response that the M119 provides when you wail on it. I have to defer to her choice somewhat, as the R129 with the later model wheels and tires I have on it drives like it’s on rails. I don’t like the harsh ride,

Re: [MBZ] 58 'Vette 4 speed OMG

If I had a quarter in cash, I probably would not spend it on a car. Mitch Haley via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 6:41 PM Wouldn't you like to be the guy who paid 1/4 mil for it 8 years ago? I wonder what he sold it for 6 years ago. Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

Try Johnstone or wayne dennis other HVAC distributor for hoses. Dan Penoff via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 6:36 PM Had to do the crank position sensor on the SL500 when I got home, took me all of about 15 minutes, if that. Cleaned the MAF while I had the air

Re: [MBZ] 58 'Vette 4 speed OMG

Wouldn't you like to be the guy who paid 1/4 mil for it 8 years ago? I wonder what he sold it for 6 years ago. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 58 'Vette 4 speed OMG

I like this'n better http://bringatrailer.com/listing/1969-mercedes-benz-280-sl-2/ Mountain Man via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 6:27 PM 25-years ago driving to work an 4-eye Vette like this approached me in rural DeKalb County north of Somonauk. Couple of

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

Dan, What was the verdict? Was it a one day sale? If not, maybe you shoulda shimmed the alda and added 2-3 PSI boost. Rolferize it for her. Dan Penoff via Mercedes November 30, 2016 at 4:18 PM Wife has mentioned that her SL500 had died on her several times

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

Had to do the crank position sensor on the SL500 when I got home, took me all of about 15 minutes, if that. Cleaned the MAF while I had the air cleaner off. Seemed happy, so I moved to the 300D to do a couple of minor things. Replaced the old sealing ring on the power steering pump. It was

Re: [MBZ] 58 'Vette 4 speed OMG

Only Curvette I've ever been interested in. Route 66 man... I was wild about them until I saw a picture of a 300SL. After a 300SL, who cares about a pedestrian curvette. Mountain Man via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 6:27 PM 25-years ago driving to work an

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

Curley wrote: > ...wealth of info too, as was Matt Cama. Matt lives in ME now - he should be ushered in to the ChowdahQ crew. mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] 58 'Vette 4 speed OMG

Andrew wrote: > Sick money. > > http://bringatrailer.com/listing/1958-chevrolet-corvette/ 25-years ago driving to work an 4-eye Vette like this approached me in rural DeKalb County north of Somonauk. Couple of years later I begged a ride-along in a test drive after repair - like engine on rails.

Re: [MBZ] OT - Insurance

Part of the deal, unlimited incidents, flatbed towing, etc. I’ll have to keep the 300D in the garage and leave the 350SDL outside, which I’m not keen about, but to save $1000/year in premiums, I’ll do it. I’m going to call my Allstate agent tomorrow and ask them if they have anything remotely

Re: [MBZ] OT - Insurance

I may get a quote for my old Benz, I wonder how competitive they'll be with USAA. Can you get break-down towing coverage as well? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On December 1, 2016 6:55:16 PM EST, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >1982 300D. > >Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] OT - Insurance

1982 300D. Sent from my iPad > On Dec 1, 2016, at 5:43 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Which car? > -- > Max Dillon > Charleston SC > '87 300TD > '95 E300 > >> On December 1, 2016 3:15:02 PM EST, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Got a

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

yes. Even when I drove the esquella bus, in snow, I'd hit the brakes once in a while just to be sure I had reasonable traction. Never had a problem with a bus or truck in schnee. One ditsy female driver slid a busload of kids off a gravel road hill due to stupidity. My route took me up

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

If I'm driving a Benz in the winter I powerslide it once a week. The rule is I can't lift throttle after the wheels break loose, I have to straighten it out with steering only. Typically with the 4Matic I'd overcorrect 6-12" the first time and then get it right every time for the rest of the

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

When Dickarde ran the Veterans list, we had several of you, including the guy with the shop. Benz barn? He was a pretty good egg. John Green was a wealth of info too, as was Matt Cama. You'll have to do some recruiting for us. Randy Bennell via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

Ah yes, worst gang wars I ever witnessed, the Lords of the Farm & Fleet vs the Fleet Farm Knights. Onion covered it in full gory detail one summer when I was I college. My father was the drivers ed teacher at my high school, he taught us all that during your first drive in snow each fall,

Re: [MBZ] OT - Insurance

Which car? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On December 1, 2016 3:15:02 PM EST, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >Got a quote from Hagerty today. Barely $300/year and I can drive the >car regularly. > >Dan > >Sent from my iPad > >> On Dec 1, 2016, at 2:49 PM,

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

Andrew. Like much else, it was abandoned in the UK. My UK relatives say "You sound like a proper Yank". Here, people say "Do you have an accent?" My reply is always "I'm speaking English, You have an accent!" Confused much? Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred.

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

Sort of odd that there are not more Canadians on the list. We do have the odd MB in Canada. RB On 01/12/2016 4:13 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: oops, sorry yes, Randy is one of us. non-na or overseas. Curt Raymond via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

Not to worry. RB On 01/12/2016 4:13 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: oops, sorry yes, Randy is one of us. non-na or overseas. Curt Raymond via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 11:25 AM I think you mean he was the last list member outside of north America.

[MBZ] Lib'rals Was:Re: Let the Martha'ing Begin!

Yep, you are a lib'ral, therefore, we know you lie! Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 1:57 PM Lying. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

oops, sorry yes, Randy is one of us. non-na or overseas. Curt Raymond via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 11:25 AM I think you mean he was the last list member outside of north America. Randy is Canadian... -Curt From: Curley McLain via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

yes. When I left home, they said light snow in the early morning only near the Mn border. over 100 miles away and no liklihood of hitting the homestead. By the time I was an hour or so down the road, the schnee was starting to hit 35 miles SOUTH of the homestead. 10 hours later, on the

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

And Fred is a Brit it turns out. I had no idea. Where's the accent? On Dec 1, 2016 12:29 PM, "Curt Raymond via Mercedes" wrote: I think you mean he was the last list member outside of north America. Randy is Canadian... -Curt From: Curley McLain via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

I didn't mention it but obviously, each car would have to be exercised regularly. On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 4:00 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Even considering the cost of the storage? That space could have been used > for some money making. To "tenderly" store the

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

Even considering the cost of the storage? That space could have been used for some money making. To "tenderly" store the car you'd need climate control, humidity reduction etc to protect your investment, could get expensive... The car wouldn't be drivable 30 years later, all the rubber would

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

"As an investment". Actually, if you bought pristine mid 60s 280SLs and Corvettes back in the 80s and garaged them tenderly, your rate of return by 2016 would exceed any other asset class. On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 3:13 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > Agreed. For that

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 133, Issue 7

How about this place http://gorally.com/ Don't know anything about them but they have been there at Keystone airport for a long time and used to be some kind of special invitation or gov only training facility . They use part of the old WW2 AAF base for their track. Manfred Date: Thu, 1 Dec

Re: [MBZ] OT - Insurance

Got a quote from Hagerty today. Barely $300/year and I can drive the car regularly. Dan Sent from my iPad > On Dec 1, 2016, at 2:49 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > I loved the service and flexibility of American Collectors in New Jersey. >

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

Agreed. For that matter, I wouldn't want a garage queen anything. What fun is a car if you can't drive it? Dan Sent from my iPad > On Dec 1, 2016, at 2:46 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > I was merely pointing out the criteria that make bidding on plebeian 123 cars >

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 133, Issue 7

Roebling Road is the one you might be thinking of. Got a chance to drive my 83 300D around there when my daughter was invited there as a part of the wounded warriors project. That organization really does do a lot for our service members and their families. I know and still support them.

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

The rain didn't give me any trouble other than the visibility. It'd rained all day so it wasn't really slippery. -Curt From: Dan--- via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: "d...@penoff.com" Sent: Thursday, December

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

I would guess that your memory is good. The parts diagram shows what is in my 76 300D which I doubt is anything special intended for dusty areas. RB On 01/12/2016 1:52 PM, MG via Mercedes wrote: That looks like the picture I saw except I could swear that the one I saw had the round can laying

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

Lying. On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 2:52 PM, MG via Mercedes wrote: > That looks like the picture I saw except I could swear that the one I saw > had the round can laying on it's side with fins around the filter just like > a lot of the tractors have, to spin the air and

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

That looks like the picture I saw except I could swear that the one I saw had the round can laying on it's side with fins around the filter just like a lot of the tractors have, to spin the air and precipitate out a lot of the dust through centrifugal force. In any case the majority of the

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

That looks like my CA version air cleaner canister (1985 300TD) On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 12:25 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I think you mean he was the last list member outside of north America. > Randy is Canadian... > -Curt > > From: Curley McLain via

Re: [MBZ] OT - Insurance

I loved the service and flexibility of American Collectors in New Jersey. On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 11:48 AM, Jon Agne via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Might want to try Dimitri’s insurance company: http://www.jctaylor.com/ < > http://www.jctaylor.com/> > > > > On Nov 29, 2016, at

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

I was merely pointing out the criteria that make bidding on plebeian 123 cars go beserk. I would never want to own a 123 garage queen. On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 2:30 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > I didn't question the amount - it's certainly a matter of whatever the >

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

I didn't question the amount - it's certainly a matter of whatever the market will bear - I just said I understood a lot of eBay auctions never get completed because the buyers can back out without consequence. More power to him if it works for him as a selling venue. Dan Sent from my iPad >

[MBZ] 1987 560 SL with stupid low 14k miles

I mean, what's the point? These cars were supposed to be DRIVEN. Anyway, price is already at $14.500. Where will it end in 6 days? Should we have a sweepstakes? http://bringatrailer.com/listing/1987-mercedes-benz-560sl-6/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

[MBZ] 58 'Vette 4 speed OMG

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Re: [MBZ] OT Plane crash

No explosion - since they were out of fuel. This allowed for some lives to be spared. On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 12:26 AM, clay via Mercedes wrote: > Medellin is 4900’ above MSL, plane had 4k to hit the ground. City is in a > valley surrounded by mountains. > > > clay > > >

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

One owner + leather + garaged + pretty color + low miles = high value. On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 1:17 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > Good for him. I'm glad someone gets something out of eBay these days, as > it's become so buyer-centric that as a seller it's tough to do

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

Max, you are the perfect Type A we need up here to swell our tax rolls. Time to move north. On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 1:13 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > Not here, unless you factor in the rain we had. > > People think there's nothing to driving in a place like this, but

Re: [MBZ] 5.5 hour differential ordeal

Just rolled 230k Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 1, 2016, at 10:58 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > >> On 30/11/2016 9:13 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> Car is finally home. What a debacle. Loading and unloading that thing onto >> the trailer

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

Good for him. I'm glad someone gets something out of eBay these days, as it's become so buyer-centric that as a seller it's tough to do well. When I tried selling the S430 with a reserve there were a number of bidders who would bid some stupid number, like $20k, just to expose the reserve, then

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

Not here, unless you factor in the rain we had. People think there's nothing to driving in a place like this, but when it hasn't rained for 3-4 weeks and then it does, the roads are like flippin' ice. I broke the back end of the 300D loose coming through a turn from a stop. Whee! Dan

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

My current pet peeve is drivers at the front of the line for a red light, who start looking at their phone and miss the light turning green. I lay on the horn as long as it takes to get them moving. I need to festoon (sp?) my car with coexist and Bernie and "=" stickers, maybe I'll get a pass

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

I think you mean he was the last list member outside of north America. Randy is Canadian... -Curt From: Curley McLain via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Curley McLain <126die...@gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, December 1, 2016 9:57

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

Which reminds me, did anybody else notice that yesterday was a weird day for driving? I observed a ton of bad behavior and 4 accidents, one of which ended with a Towncar in the passing lane facing the wrong direction.The worst behavior I noticed was all from young women... -Curt From:

Re: [MBZ] 5.5 hour differential ordeal

On 30/11/2016 9:13 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Car is finally home. What a debacle. Loading and unloading that thing onto the trailer sounded like a box of rocks in the ass end of the car. Back end of car smelled like burned gear oil. I am not so sure it was dry, I'd probably was

Re: [MBZ] OT - Insurance

Might want to try Dimitri’s insurance company: http://www.jctaylor.com/ > On Nov 29, 2016, at 9:14 AM, Jon Agne wrote: > > They are not good at on-line quotes. Just call. > > >> On Nov 29, 2016, at 9:10 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

A friend who lives on IOP tracks a Miata with a team of guys, I should ask him about such goings on. I think the Miata has an engine from some other marque, maybe a SBC or something like that. Very redneck, upsets the purists. They have done of the LeMons races, some "serious" races, I've been

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

There's a track down around Savannah, I don't know if they do track days or what, i could find out. The guy up the road races (or used to) there. --FT On 12/1/16 10:59 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Keep it up, stirring some thoughts in my head about how to do this both frugally and

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

I know the seller. He usually gets those prices for his cars. > On Dec 1, 2016, at 8:52 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > > Yes, but will they collect? > > I read something a while back about how a relatively high percentage of eBay > car sales never actually close

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

Landenburger MBCA Greater DC THen Hawaii Section Then AZ I think he was in CO when he died. Chuck was a great guy. I got to meet him and his son in person after church in Kailua, HI. Meade Dillon via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 10:02 AM Chuck Landburger?

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

He was the MBCA guy from Hawaii, I believe. Dan Sent from my iPad > On Dec 1, 2016, at 11:02 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Chuck Landburger? Something like that, he passed away a few years back. > Used to post on this list quite a bit. > > -

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

Chuck Landburger? Something like that, he passed away a few years back. Used to post on this list quite a bit. - Max Charleston SC On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 10:59 AM, Meade Dillon wrote: > Keep it up, stirring some thoughts in my head about how to do this both >

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

Keep it up, stirring some thoughts in my head about how to do this both frugally and yet fun. Chuck (?? last name escapes me now) used to autocross a 116 diesel with his daughter, I really should track down something like that, so SWMBO and I use what we know and know what we drive.

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

I couldn't do it with the spouse. I would end up a quivering mass of jelly. I do think a day at Bondurant's defensive driving school at Sebring would be money well spent, however. Dan Sent from my iPad > On Dec 1, 2016, at 10:10 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

You mean this: http://www.mbpartsworld.com/showAssembly.aspx?ukey_assembly=1072694_make=1103_model=16069=1982_category=24394 Dan Sent from my iPad > On Dec 1, 2016, at 9:44 AM, MG via Mercedes wrote: > > How about the one thing I would love to find. The air filter unit

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

For a Christmas present for you both enroll in a day at the BMW track in Greer. It is a great time and you get to drive spiritedly on a track with some high-performance luxury sedans that will do more than you are capable of doing. The 2 of you can share a car and rag on each other. It is

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

I'd think you might be able to find that in South Afrika. The original Mercedes Veterans list, based in CH had several guys in SA on the list. One of them moved to OZ. I think Henny was the last of our foreign members. MG via Mercedes December 1, 2016 at 8:44

Re: [MBZ] Fl MiniQ

Nope, trees all around, that's why you would need to be above 100 by the end. An amusing story, I invited a friend over one time. He flies an ultralight just like I do, from a long paved runway at a local airplane community. He flew over along the runway and left, didn't land. When I called

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

How about the one thing I would love to find. The air filter unit for very dusty conditions. Mounts on the right inner fender so no more air filter mounts to break. Manfred ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

Yes, but will they collect? I read something a while back about how a relatively high percentage of eBay car sales never actually close since it's rather simple to back out of the deal with no consequences. Not sure how accurate that is, but my own experiences there led me to believe there's

Re: [MBZ] More differentials

Again, while even if I have proof that fluids were done recently, I still do it. It's cheap insurance and again it gives you a point of reference you're absolutely sure is accurate. It also forces you to look at and inspect stuff you might not necessarily look at otherwise. The power steering

[MBZ] "84 300D eBay Auction

Check out the winning bid. http://www.ebay.com/itm/222323420475?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] More differentials

That's is what I am going to start doing. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 30, 2016, at 11:44 PM, clay via Mercedes wrote: > > I always change fluids when I get a fresh car. Saves questions later > > clay > > >> On Nov 30, 2016, at 7:43 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] More differentials

This is the pump I use for filling differentials. Makes filling them crazy simple: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FJT0304/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8=1 Two fills and I'm done. The 300D took me all of maybe 10-15 minutes tops, not including the time I left it to drain. Dan

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

I would actually prefer to enroll her in a driving course and improve that skill set. May not happen anytime soon, but I'd be more comfortable in the long run with that solution. I guess I'm the typical husband / male who thinks his spouse can't drive, yet I'm the one with the speeding tickets

Re: [MBZ] Anyone want a 300SEL 4.5?

> On November 30, 2016 at 9:12 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > > The Original WWII willys jeep was oversquare, and torquey. Not much hp, > but stump pulling gears and torque. > > High HP/cc engines tend to have low torque. Undersquare, very undersquare,

Re: [MBZ] More differentials

99 Auto Dismantler in Stockton has one from an undisclosed '98 E class for $200. Black Diamond Auto Wrecking in Washington has a 97 diesel for $200. Moraine Auto Parts & Service in Ohio has a 96 diesel, no price. Mitch. > On November 30, 2016 at 9:25 PM Max Dillon via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Another Convert?

One word: 4Matic. (Well, I can powerslide my 1999 4Matic wagon, but I have to try. It takes a lot of wheelspin to annoy the 4Matic system to the point that it takes the throttle away from me) Mitch. > On November 30, 2016 at 9:38 PM Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] More differentials

Absolutely. Gives me a point of reference so I know for sure when fluids are due and exactly what fluids are in it. Dan > On Dec 1, 2016, at 12:44 AM, clay via Mercedes wrote: > > I always change fluids when I get a fresh car. Saves questions later > > clay > > >>