Re: [MBZ] Gauges - was: '63 Valiant cabriolet - last of the PB transmission cars

2017-11-01 Thread fmiser via Mercedes
> Randy wrote: > I prefer the old round gauges. But, I had an 08 Honda Civic for > a year and it had the digital speedo up high above the rest of > the gauges. > ... The numbers were large > My truck on the other hand has round gauges and the numbers are > fairly small A big part of

Re: [MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread fmiser via Mercedes
> Meade wrote: > Wow, Digikey's selection of capacitors is overwhelming. Yeah, kinda. > What should my first choice be on this list? Aluminum Electrolytic is the style that is most likely to fail. So that is probably what you are replacing. Tantalum are rather pricey, but less likely to

Re: [MBZ] This guy is pretty optimistic

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Looks like it. Quite a bit Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 9:59 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Wed, 1 Nov 2017 21:47:10 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> 1995 Mercedes Benz >> >>

Re: [MBZ] This guy is pretty optimistic

2017-11-01 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 1 Nov 2017 21:47:10 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: > 1995 Mercedes Benz > > https://fayar.craigslist.org/cto/d/1995-mercedes-benz/6332798332.html Hail damage, huh? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] bow ties,

2017-11-01 Thread archer75--- via Mercedes
On Wed, 1 Nov 2017 18:31:53 -0700 Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: > > > > Just did a quick search for MB bow ties. Didn't find any > > > Well, duh! Chevy bow ties, yes. Anything else? No. :-) > > -- Jim > ___ You could probably get

[MBZ] This guy is pretty optimistic

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1995 Mercedes Benz https://fayar.craigslist.org/cto/d/1995-mercedes-benz/6332798332.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Another AF447 Discussion

2017-11-01 Thread Mountain Man via Mercedes
https://www.aerotime.aero/en/civil/20246-blame-the-pilot-the-case-of-air-france-447 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] '63 Valiant cabriolet - last of the PB transmission cars

2017-11-01 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 1 Nov 2017 17:23:42 -0500 Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: > My truck on the other hand has round gauges and the numbers are fairly > small. I have to look down and if it is bright and I have sunglasses > on, it is difficult to see the exact speed. Part of that

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> > If we are talking safety, does cost matter? Unless you are rich (defn: never need to consider the cost of anything) _of_course_ it matters! It's a resource allocation game. If you spend more on tires, and can no longer afford ammunition for your home defense system, _are_ you actually

Re: [MBZ] bow ties,

2017-11-01 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> > Just did a quick search for MB bow ties. Didn't find any Well, duh! Chevy bow ties, yes. Anything else? No. :-) -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
Just keep practicing. That's what it takes. Eventually you will be,able to do it with out a mirror. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Nov 1, 2017 9:14 PM, "Max Dillon via Mercedes" wrote: What subject do your teach? I've got a couple bow ties, for my seer sucker suits.

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
What subject do your teach? I've got a couple bow ties, for my seer sucker suits. I have to watch a YouTube video each time to get the bow tie right. I can tie a regular tie easy peasy, bow tie kicks my butt. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On November 1, 2017 7:04:40 PM EDT,

Re: [MBZ] bow ties,

2017-11-01 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
So do I. Just did a quick search for MB bow ties. Didn't find any Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Nov 1, 2017 7:41 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > Works for me. I need a mirror to do it, I think... > > -D > > > > On Nov 1, 2017, at 7:28 PM, Dwight Giles

[MBZ] 240D Inj pump timing shaft

2017-11-01 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Replacement timer on left. Timer on right shows the hub worn to concave. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 240D Inj pump timing shaft

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
A little jb weld will fix that right up. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 7:34 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Today I got back to taking apart the 240D. On this one, the oil pump just > dropped out when I took out the last bolt. The timer shaft

[MBZ] 240D Inj pump timing shaft

2017-11-01 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Today I got back to taking apart the 240D. On this one, the oil pump just dropped out when I took out the last bolt. The timer shaft is broken for sure.See photos ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Nokain Entyre 2.0

2017-11-01 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
I got ripped over $30 for installing the pair. That was the best price in town. It was about $17 each. Mitch Haley via Mercedes November 1, 2017 at 1:43 PM I assume he bought a pair. Discount tire wants $103 each for them.

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
High mileage tar, like the Michelin, or BF Goodrich, and some badyears, are generally BAD on water/ OK Don via Mercedes November 1, 2017 at 12:50 PM For those who frequently drive longer distances in wet conditions, cost would be a lesser factor in choosing tires

Re: [MBZ] '63 Valiant cabriolet - last of the PB transmission cars

2017-11-01 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I agree with Randy, I like having both. That having been said, my all time favorite speedo is the barber pole in the early '60's MBs - the 220 finny that I drove in particular. On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 5:23 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Normally, I would agree

Re: [MBZ] bow ties,

2017-11-01 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Works for me. I need a mirror to do it, I think... -D > On Nov 1, 2017, at 7:28 PM, Dwight Giles wrote: > > Dan, > Let's find some MB bow ties,& have,a bow,tie tying event at next year's > chowdahQ. > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On Nov 1, 2017 6:35 PM,

Re: [MBZ] bow ties,

2017-11-01 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
Dan, Let's find some MB bow ties,& have,a bow,tie tying event at next year's chowdahQ. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Nov 1, 2017 6:35 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: I wear bow ties, the real ones you have to tie by hand. Easy-peasy once you know how to do it.

Re: [MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
It sounds like I need to get a solder station. Got any suggestions? Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 6:16 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > I too have spares for EDS and CC to rebuild. Will attack in the winter when > I am near the resolder station.

Re: [MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
I too have spares for EDS and CC to rebuild. Will attack in the winter when I am near the resolder station. I am very interested in a listing of the needed capacitors for EDS, Cruise control, instrument panel for 126, (also 124 if applicable) and other applications. I also have the throttle

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
That's right. A British friend of mine taught me to tie the perfect bow tie then muss it up so no one,asks you if it is a clip-on or pre-tied. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Nov 1, 2017 6:35 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > I wear bow ties, the real ones you have

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
That's right. A British friend of mine taught me to tie the perfect bow tie then muss it up so no one,asks you if it is a clip-on or pre-tied. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Nov 1, 2017 6:35 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > I wear bow ties, the real ones you have

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
Yes that is right. I knew an IBM consultant from those days. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Nov 1, 2017 6:25 PM, "Randy Bennell via Mercedes" wrote: > On 01/11/2017 4:38 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: > >> Even if it is public facing I don't trust a nerd that

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
Yes I am one of the,very very few faculty who still wears a dress shirt & tie.. In my case a bow tie Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Nov 1, 2017 3:16 PM, "Dan--- via Mercedes" wrote: > Cute. > > I agree. As dear old Dad always told me, "Dress like the CEO and people >

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
As a matter of fact, I started “bow tie Wednesday” at the school district while I was working there. Broke up the week a bit. -D > On Nov 1, 2017, at 6:35 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > > I wear bow ties, the real ones you have to tie by hand. Easy-peasy once you > know how to do

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
I wear bow ties, the real ones you have to tie by hand. Easy-peasy once you know how to do it. -D > On Nov 1, 2017, at 6:23 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > I pretty much only wear a bow tie now. Dwight showed me the way and took me > to a very cool

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Unlimited wash package? Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 2:20 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes > wrote: > > Most people assume my 18 year old BMW is more expensive than it really is. It > is also ALWAYS clean. I have an unlimited wash package so it gets washed at

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 01/11/2017 4:38 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: Even if it is public facing I don't trust a nerd that looks too put together. My how times change. IBM used to insist that their people wear white shirts and dark suits and carry their tools in a briefcase. RB

Re: [MBZ] '63 Valiant cabriolet - last of the PB transmission cars

2017-11-01 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Normally, I would agree with you. I prefer the old round gauges. But, I had an 08 Honda Civic for a year and it had the digital speedo up high above the rest of the gauges. The tach was round and down lower. I found that the digital speedo was very easy to see and it was easier to keep track of

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I pretty much only wear a bow tie now. Dwight showed me the way and took me to a very cool clothing store that is now sadly closed to buy my first (well only) one. Once I got good at tying it a bow tie is much easier to tie than a necktie... -Curt On Wednesday, November 1, 2017, 6:17:20

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 01/11/2017 4:38 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: Even if it is public facing I don't trust a nerd that looks too put together. My first job out of college I was producing video for a company that made fire alarms. About the third time I caught my tie in the tripod legs as I closed it I

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Even if it is public facing I don't trust a nerd that looks too put together. My first job out of college I was producing video for a company that made fire alarms. About the third time I caught my tie in the tripod legs as I closed it I got permission to not wear a tie on shoot days... -Curt

Re: [MBZ] '63 Valiant cabriolet - last of the PB transmission cars

2017-11-01 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
Andrew inquires: >>‎Am I the only one who finds these 50 >>year old analog displays superior to >> the current state of the art >>electronic/digital readouts and gauges? To which Curley replied: >‎No! I agree with you wholeheartedly! Andrew (very liberal) Curly (very conservative)  In

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
If your position isn’t public facing, I can totally understand that. When I worked for the school district they insisted that the men had to wear ties, which was simply stupid BS. I worked in a data center and rarely saw the light of day, much less another human being unless it was one of my

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
The only place I disagree with you here is computer nerds. If a tech shows up and he's totally put together he's probably not very good. The best techs rarely know about soap... My company tried to institute a dress code years ago that included a dress shirt and tie. There was a revolt, finally

Re: [MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Thanks Dan. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On November 1, 2017 3:09:57 PM EDT, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >AL electrolytics are fine. > >-D > >> On Nov 1, 2017, at 2:51 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: >> >> Wow, Digikey's

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 01/11/2017 2:16 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: Cute. I agree. As dear old Dad always told me, "Dress like the CEO and people will treat you like one." Despite working in a very business casual environment, I still wear dress pants, dress shirts with French cuffs and cufflinks every day,

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Most people assume my 18 year old BMW is more expensive than it really is. It is also ALWAYS clean. I have an unlimited wash package so it gets washed at least twice a week. I don't want to drive a beater but I'm not totally hung up on status either. Around here a new Truck is more of a

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 01/11/2017 2:04 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Reminds me of the guy driving his Cadillac to go get a vasectomy.  he says "If I'm gonna be impotent, I want to look impotent." BADABOOM --FT Reminds me of a line from the book I was referring to earlier. An elderly black preacher

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Cute. I agree. As dear old Dad always told me, "Dress like the CEO and people will treat you like one." Despite working in a very business casual environment, I still wear dress pants, dress shirts with French cuffs and cufflinks every day, even on Fridays ("jeans day.") Quite honestly, I'm

Re: [MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
AL electrolytics are fine. -D > On Nov 1, 2017, at 2:51 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Wow, Digikey's selection of capacitors is overwhelming. > > What should my first choice be on this list? > > Aluminum - Polymer Capacitors (9157 items) > Aluminum

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
It was less than $600 shipped for a set of 4. They are listed on Tire Rack in the size I needed for $154 per tire. When I bought them they had some special for $30 bucks off per tire. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com] Sent:

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Reminds me of the guy driving his Cadillac to go get a vasectomy.  he says "If I'm gonna be impotent, I want to look impotent." BADABOOM --FT On 11/1/17 2:51 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: I disagree. Many people pay no attention to vehicles but many do notice too. I belonged to a

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 01/11/2017 1:31 PM, clay monroe via Mercedes wrote: If it just needs to get you there and back, there is no need to impress clients, and you find the fit tailored enough, you should go with a W201. Gutless wonder in a 2.2, maybe the 2.5 gives more powers. Otherwise, any well build econo

Re: [MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Wow, Digikey's selection of capacitors is overwhelming. What should my first choice be on this list? Aluminum - Polymer Capacitors (9157 items) Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors (116127 items) Capacitor Networks, Arrays (2299 items) Ceramic Capacitors (539073 items) Electric Double Layer

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
I disagree. Many people pay no attention to vehicles but many do notice too. I belonged to a business club for many years and could generally tell who had shown up for the meetings by what was in the parking lot when I got there. I don't think you need a new Cadillac but I do think you need to

Re: [MBZ] Nokain Entyre 2.0

2017-11-01 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> On November 1, 2017 at 1:45 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Each? That's supposed to be cheap?? I assume he bought a pair. Discount tire wants $103 each for them. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
With a 5spd I didn't think the 2.2l was too bad, with the auto I didn't like it at all although it was still faster than a 240D. -Curt On Wednesday, November 1, 2017, 2:31:47 PM EDT, clay monroe via Mercedes wrote: If it just needs to get you there and back,

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I've actually done really well with my last batch of Chinesium snow tires. Last winter we were driving home in a snow storm in Angie's Golf when an accident on the other side of the road shot a car into our lane. I stomped on the binders thinking "There is no way..." but amazingly the car

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
If it just needs to get you there and back, there is no need to impress clients, and you find the fit tailored enough, you should go with a W201. Gutless wonder in a 2.2, maybe the 2.5 gives more powers. Otherwise, any well build econo box from the mid 90’s fits the bill. clay 1974 450sl

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
It's this 99 E300 dizzel I bought for $500.  I bought some parts for it, and a new wheel tire, so I'm up to maybe $600 or a bit more now.  It's throwing some codes that suggest EGR and glow plug(s), which isn't such a big deal.  It starts and runs a bit rough but I think it would be easily

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
For those who frequently drive longer distances in wet conditions, cost would be a lesser factor in choosing tires relative to wet traction. If this scenario fits you, then ask how good, not how expensive. On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 12:46 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com>

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Many tire brands are safe. This is a false choice. On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 1:39 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > For what? The tires? Can’t say I remember. Was probably about $130 each > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Nov 1, 2017, at 10:59 AM, Andrew Strasfogel

Re: [MBZ] Nokain Entyre 2.0

2017-11-01 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Each? That's supposed to be cheap?? On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 1:36 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Drove the van about 2000 miles so with these tars.. So far, they are > round and stop well. The RF Cooper CS4 had slipped belts with most of the > tread left. > >

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
This car should now be Regina's - fix it enough to be road worthy again, and leave the rest. Find a better one for yourself, or finish one of your x number of project cars and drive that. On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 12:40 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Can’t look

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Can’t look too much like a beater. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 11:38 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > >> On 01/11/2017 8:21 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> Well I would like it to look right and not all mangled up under the hood if >>

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
For what? The tires? Can’t say I remember. Was probably about $130 each Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 10:59 AM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Cost?? > >> On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 10:07 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> I

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
If we are talking safety, does cost matter? On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 10:59 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Cost?? > > On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 10:07 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > I have those on my now wrecked 97 e300.

[MBZ] Nokain Entyre 2.0

2017-11-01 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Drove the van about 2000 miles so with these tars.. So far, they are round and stop well. The RF Cooper CS4 had slipped belts with most of the tread left. Cost about $230 installed for 225/65 R 16. That is about as cheap as you can go without getting into cheep chine gofer um (or similar)

Re: [MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
That's my plan, "spray and pray". I've got a spare EDS computer or two around, I"m going to order the capacitors for this repair and the pre-glow relay repair. Does anyone know the capacitor type / value for the tempomat computer? - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 12:24

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Easy for me to tell you what to do . . . BUT, I think you need to find a better one and concentrate on making it your new work vehicle AND refuse to let anyone else drive it. Tell them you have to have it for work and cannot let them put it at risk. RB ___

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Hey that car was featured in that news story when the 140 caught on fire. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 10:58 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > May be easier to sell the car due to its provenance - "Driven by star of > nightly news roundup". >

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 01/11/2017 8:21 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Well I would like it to look right and not all mangled up under the hood if that is possible. We shall see. Given that your business is car related, is it important that you show up driving something that looks good? RB

Re: [MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> > Dunno how you would measure capacitance, but replacement should be do-able > with the resolder station. A capacitor tester, of course! My primary tester for these is my old Heathkit IT-28, because it will do leakage tests at working voltage, and the magic eye tube is good clean fun. After

Re: [MBZ] '63 Valiant cabriolet - last of the PB transmission cars

2017-11-01 Thread Mountain Man via Mercedes
MMM wrote: > http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2011/03/push-button-gear-selector-switch-aka.html I remember those, but which one? ...dunno... A car company needs to bring that back - nice fun function. tin.man ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] '63 Valiant cabriolet - last of the PB transmission cars

2017-11-01 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
No! I agree with you wholeheartedly!Mark the day! Save the message! My favorite car is still the 110.110.10. But I still wish they came from the factory with a 5th over, a turbo and a sunroof. Though I care less about the latter now. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Am I the

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Cost?? On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 10:07 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I have those on my now wrecked 97 e300. I have put probably at least 20k > miles and they are still like new. I can drive nearly full speed in heavy > rain and they never lose traction. > >

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Mountain Man via Mercedes
Max wrote: > Come-along and a tree to anchor it, A large tree, a piece of chain - that was me. Some guy drove by and told me it was chained to the tree ;-) tin.man ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
May be easier to sell the car due to its provenance - "Driven by star of nightly news roundup". On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 9:34 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > On November 1, 2017 at 9:21 AM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > >

Re: [MBZ] Wasted oil change

2017-11-01 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Easy, send me the inferior android fone and buy a ifone 10! I'll use the old android for car diagnostics only. Meade Dillon via Mercedes November 1, 2017 at 9:50 AM Apple only, too bad. I need to find equivalent for Android. - Max Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Thanks, I inherited an almost new resolder station I will keep at the southern headquarters. I will try using it this winter if I ever get there. Although, unplugging the idle form the IP and adjusting the idle speed up on the IP cures the EDS problem adequately. Dunno how you would

Re: [MBZ] And the blaming begins

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Buy a mid 90's GM car with the 3800. 30 MPG and they are cheap. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond [mailto:curtlud...@yahoo.com] Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 8:31 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: fmiser Subject: Re: [MBZ] And the blaming begins

Re: [MBZ] One For Kaleb

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
WOW! If somebody had a set of sets and maybe some carpet, this looks like it could be great! Diesel and manual! Isn't the odometer repair relatively easy? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Rick Knoble [mailto:rickkno...@hotmail.com] Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 7:55 PM To:

Re: [MBZ] And the blaming begins

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Greg wrote: "Once you accept the fact that it is ALWAYS the man's fault you will be much happier." Yep. Just ask Jimmy Buffet. His songs are full of wisdom. Don Snook (not the Son of a Sailor, but still a Parrothead) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] '63 Valiant cabriolet - last of the PB transmission cars

2017-11-01 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Beautiful!! The one inside the steering wheel is a bit much (imagine the labor involved in changing the steering wheel!), but I love the others. Am I the only one who finds these 50 year old analog displays superior to the current state of the art electronic/digital readouts and gauges? On

Re: [MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
My sdl does not kick down at all with the floor switch Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 9:45 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Great thread here for Curly and others with OM603 (or any analog engine > computers from the 80's and 90's, maybe others). >

Re: [MBZ] Wasted oil change

2017-11-01 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Apple only, too bad. I need to find equivalent for Android. - Max Charleston SC > > > http://darrensoft.ca/roadtrip/ > > > > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] OM603 EDS/ELR computer repair - replace the capacitors or your pistons will MELT!

2017-11-01 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Great thread here for Curly and others with OM603 (or any analog engine computers from the 80's and 90's, maybe others). http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/389414-eds-elr-idle-issues-om603.html BLUF (bottom line up front): There are a handful of capacitors in the computer that

Re: [MBZ] Wasted oil change

2017-11-01 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Not really. Like any maintenance program, you've got to be committed to entering the data. For things like fuel, since it's on my phone I just do it when I fuel the car - easy. For maintenance items, I do it after I've done the work. If it's a repetitive operation, such as an oil and filter

Re: [MBZ] I give up, just shoot me now please

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Geez. That's sucks. Sorry Kaleb. The damage to the bucket truck isn't bad. But, I'm guessing it is still going to be pricey. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 4:16 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com;

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
"Floyd" has the $500 beater here in Charleston SC area, that was his purchase price: buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com It would need some work to be ready for your commute. - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 10:08 AM, Donald Snook via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Rick wrote: "Man, you need some wealthier clientele, or start chasing more ambulances. Perhaps a pizza or two delivered to the ER with your business card attached every week? Heck, a GM service manager probably makes enough to afford a car like that Tongue planted firmly in cheek. Gotta

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Kaleb has a $500 car to sell? What is it? Is it up for a 130 mile commute every day? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [mailto:mi...@mitchellhaley.com] Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 9:14 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I have those on my now wrecked 97 e300. I have put probably at least 20k miles and they are still like new. I can drive nearly full speed in heavy rain and they never lose traction. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 8:57 AM, Donald Snook via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Wasted oil change

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Is it a pain to enter everything? Is it pretty easy to use? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Dan Penoff [mailto:d...@penoff.com] Sent: Sunday, October 29, 2017 3:06 PM To: Mercedes List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Wasted oil change Ohhh, I thought you were using

Re: [MBZ] 123 fuel mileage - was: Two Questions

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
If he judges all his future cars on fuel mileage compared to the 190D, he is going to be disappointed in the future! Don Snook -Original Message- From: Jim Cathey [mailto:jim.cathey...@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, October 29, 2017 11:20 AM To: Donald Snook Cc:

[MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Speaking of tires, I can now provide a review of the Michelin Premiere. I have already put 7,000 miles on them. They are marketed for superior wet and cold traction. I can report that based on my experience this is a valid claim. My car had Michelins on it before and they were great. I'm

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> On November 1, 2017 at 9:21 AM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > > > Well I would like it to look right and not all mangled up under the hood if > that is possible. We shall see. I'm sure you'll straighten it as best as you can, but I'm afraid you'll

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Come-along and a tree to anchor it, pull that metal right back into position. Looks like a tab has been pulled free and will need to be welded up. Have your lift working in your shop? Maybe take some dimensional measurements from below first to make sure the unibody isn't tweaked. Wouldn't want

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Well I would like it to look right and not all mangled up under the hood if that is possible. We shall see. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 8:16 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On November 1, 2017 at 9:04 AM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" >>

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> On November 1, 2017 at 9:04 AM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > > > Who it’s for will be me and it was my main work car. Right. And replacing the exterior fender and perfecting the headlight aim makes it good enough, right? Or you really care if it looks

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Who it’s for will be me and it was my main work car. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 8:02 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'm sure you can make it "good enough for who it's for". > The hard part will probably be making the headlight point in exactly

Re: [MBZ] A closer look at the damage

2017-11-01 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
I'm sure you can make it "good enough for who it's for". The hard part will probably be making the headlight point in exactly the right direction again. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] '63 Valiant cabriolet - last of the PB transmission cars

2017-11-01 Thread M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes
http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2011/03/push-button-gear-selector-switch-aka.html On Tue, Oct 31, 2017 at 9:51 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Not aware of that configuration. Could you send a link? > > On Tue, Oct 31, 2017 at 9:40 PM, Dwight Giles