Re: [MBZ] 123 wagon?

> Kaleb wrote: > https://www.ebay.com/itm/1982-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series/264177534779?hash=item3d8235473b:g:qIMAAOSwj5BcPyTu:rk:86:pf:0=mtr There is a lot wrong with it for that price. vacuum leak, broken odometer, fuel sender gunked up, inside hatch latch broken... But it has no rust, and it's

[MBZ] 123 wagon?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1982-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series/264177534779?hash=item3d8235473b:g:qIMAAOSwj5BcPyTu:rk:86:pf:0=mtr --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Sherman tank - Mercedes 300D

If it is,an Om602 2.5 turbo- great. IMHO best turbo diesel MB made. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Feb 2, 2019 7:44 PM, "Bob Rentfro via Mercedes" wrote: > This one is closer to me of course. > Stinkin’ clear coat. Can I get past that? > > BobR > > Sent from my iPad > > > > > Sherman tank -

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Sherman tank - Mercedes 300D

Worth a look, nice fast comfortable ride when all sorted out. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] H8 battery

Fred sez: >Ain't olde age grand? Getting older isn't for the faint of heart. That said, I'd rather be over the hill, than under it. Rick Who turns 60 in a couple of weeks. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Sherman tank - Mercedes 300D

famously indestructible --FT Sent from iPhone > On Feb 2, 2019, at 7:43 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > This one is closer to me of course. > Stinkin’ clear coat. Can I get past that? > > BobR > > Sent from my iPad > >> >> Sherman tank - Mercedes 300D >> >>

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1983 300SD Turbodiesel W126

Also kinda denty. On Feb 2, 2019 1:39 PM, "Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Looks nice. Kinda spendy. > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > > > On Feb 2, 2019, at 11:35 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > Okay boys, thoughts on this?

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Sherman tank - Mercedes 300D

Sand it off and rattle can it ... On Sat, Feb 2, 2019 at 6:52 PM Craig via Mercedes wrote: > On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 17:43:21 -0700 Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Sherman tank - Mercedes 300D > > > > > > https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/6810217185.html > > > > This one is closer to me

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Sherman tank - Mercedes 300D

On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 17:43:21 -0700 Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > > Sherman tank - Mercedes 300D > > > > https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/6810217185.html > > This one is closer to me of course. > Stinkin’ clear coat. Can I get past that? Close your eyes and/or hold your nose? Or maybe a

Re: [MBZ] Radio antenna

> Buggered wrote: > The new antenna doesn’t seem to be pulling in a much better > signal either, up or down, which I expected it to do. Hm. > Whussup wif dat Damage wire, buggered connector would be my guess. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Radio antenna

What a jalopy, time to dump it. Or you could pull the radio and diagnose the wiring. Maybe check at the antenna motor to see if you can jumper power to make that work? Could be it gets power but isn't responding? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On February 2, 2019 6:31:36 PM EST, Buggered

Re: [MBZ] Radio antenna

Blue wire. It’s a DIN standard. Your aftermarket radio has one as does the harness that’s in the car. Shouldn’t need a switch. -D > On Feb 2, 2019, at 6:31 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > The antenna on the SL600 was broken so I ordered a new one. Installed it > today

[MBZ] Fwd: Sherman tank - Mercedes 300D

This one is closer to me of course. Stinkin’ clear coat. Can I get past that? BobR Sent from my iPad > > Sherman tank - Mercedes 300D > > https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/6810217185.html > > Please go to the preferences page if you don't want to receive email-a-friend > messages in the

Re: [MBZ] Radio antenna

My 123 has up/down button FWIW Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 2005 E320 4matic Wickford RI On Feb 2, 2019 6:32 PM, "Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The antenna on the SL600 was broken so I ordered a new one. Installed it > today which took all of 5 minutes to take

Re: [MBZ] H8 battery

Eh? What? --FT Sent from iPhone > On Feb 2, 2019, at 5:26 PM, Frederick Moir via Mercedes > wrote: > > Craig. > So, I'm not the only one to become confused by who said what. > Ain't olde age grand? > Fred. > > On Sat, Feb 2, 2019 at 5:03 PM Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > >> On Tue, 22 Jan

[MBZ] Radio antenna

The antenna on the SL600 was broken so I ordered a new one. Installed it today which took all of 5 minutes to take out the broken one and feed the toothed belt back in then screw it down. Problem is that there is now an aftermarket Alpine radio (a really nice unit) in the car and the antenna

Re: [MBZ] Craig's $700E300D Pictures

On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 18:30:12 + Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: > Here are a couple links to a folder of pictures of Craig's newest > Mercedes family addition. Please let me know if any of these links > doesn't work. > > https://drive.google.com/open?id=1YodZONRqLIXVAdfxwpvQaazPZg9AqYJt > >

Re: [MBZ] H8 battery

Craig. So, I'm not the only one to become confused by who said what. Ain't olde age grand? Fred. On Sat, Feb 2, 2019 at 5:03 PM Craig via Mercedes wrote: > On Tue, 22 Jan 2019 13:38:49 -0500 Frederick Moir via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Pep boys in my area has 25% off now. > > Fred, > > I just

Re: [MBZ] E300D in the Big Room

I'm in the middle of fixing the blower motor on my '95 E300. Today removed old motor, and drove off the two squirrel cage fan blades. De-soldered the power and ground wires from the original motor. I bought a bare motor for the early 124 cars, now I have to attach the wires and install the

Re: [MBZ] H8 battery

On Tue, 22 Jan 2019 13:38:49 -0500 Frederick Moir via Mercedes wrote: > Pep boys in my area has 25% off now. Fred, I just ran across this email again. It was you who informed me about the Pep Boys battery sale! I had mistakenly remembered Phillip in Missouri as the one. Please forgive my

Re: [MBZ] E300D in the Big Room

On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 08:34:28 -0500 Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > So what else is on the list to get this car into daily driving service? - Change transmission ATF and filter - Check to see if there is a current drain on the battery, if so track it down and fix it - Change power steering

Re: [MBZ] Craig's $700E300D Pictures

On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 15:13:06 -0500 Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > It runs OK? It seems to. After I change the engine oil and filter, I need to change the transmission ATF and filter and fix the parking brakes, which drag when backing up. Craig > On 2/2/19 3:04 PM, Craig via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Craig's $700E300D Pictures

It runs OK? --FT On 2/2/19 3:04 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 13:35:56 -0500 Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: That looks pretty nice for $700. Good score. Thank you. I would not have known about it, however, if Kaleb had not posted the link to this List, saying,

Re: [MBZ] Craig's $700E300D Pictures

Well somebody needed to get it. If Craig did not get it I would have probably gone and got it. Seemed like a steal to me. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 2, 2019, at 2:04 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 13:35:56 -0500 Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > >> That looks

Re: [MBZ] Craig's $700E300D Pictures

On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 13:35:56 -0500 Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > That looks pretty nice for $700. Good score. Thank you. I would not have known about it, however, if Kaleb had not posted the link to this List, saying, "Somebody needs to go get this." Craig

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1983 300SD Turbodiesel W126

Looks nice. Kinda spendy. --FT Sent from iPhone > On Feb 2, 2019, at 11:35 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Okay boys, thoughts on this? Haven’t had a W126 yet > > Bob R > > Sent from my iPad > >> >> 1983 300SD Turbodiesel W126 >> >>

Re: [MBZ] Craig's $700E300D Pictures

That looks pretty nice for $700. Good score. --FT Sent from iPhone > On Feb 2, 2019, at 1:30 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Craig's newest ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

[MBZ] Craig's $700E300D Pictures

Here are a couple links to a folder of pictures of Craig's newest Mercedes family addition. Please let me know if any of these links doesn't work. https://drive.google.com/open?id=1YodZONRqLIXVAdfxwpvQaazPZg9AqYJt https://www.dropbox.com/sh/lyj41c0u7l1ar6q/AAALK2gBt4jS7GEQXTjRp0TZa?dl=0

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300SD Turbodiesel W126

Nice. I had an 82 just like this I put over 200k on. With only 141k on the clock it’s hardly broke in. Wonderful highway cruisers, like sitting on your living room couch. Be a great commuter. Go for it! -D > On Feb 2, 2019, at 11:35 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Okay boys,

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

or clean it up with this... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7TnNEBy3tI or try this... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_xK73nidKM Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 10:10:37 -0700 G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > If the chrome is still solid and intact, ie no pitting or peeling, I > would try a re-polish first. You will need a strong bench mounted > buffer [3/4 hp or better] and good buffing wheels with grinding and > polishing sticks to

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

it has been.   We need a good reputable plating shop in Meh he ko. Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote on 2/2/19 9:30 AM: I thought most decorative plating has been outsourced overseas, because of ever tighterning EPA, and other restrictions. Rick ___

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

Oh, there's a ton of toxic stuff in use. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrome_plating https://myautomotive.co.nz/blogs/news/64465411-we-explain-the-chrome-plating-process-in-14-steps Rick From: Curt Raymond Sent: Saturday, February 2, 2019 8:01 AM To:

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

ONE PLACE I USED TO WORK IS A SUPERFUND SITE BECAUSE OF THE PLATING THAT WAS DONE THERE.  It is kinda like working with asbestos.  It won't hurt you if you are reasonably careful, but the epa and other gummit types get their panties all in a wad just at the word, (plating) Dan Penoff via

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1988 Mercedes 190D 2.5 DIESEL 188K

> What about this? Who has had one of these? I have one. Nice little car, with a stickshift. Ours still has the automatic's rear end, which makes it 'too tall', which hinders its drivability. (The 200D/8 was larger inside, and far more pleasant to drive.) Basically there's no point to 5th

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

If the chrome is still solid and intact, ie no pitting or peeling, I would try a re-polish first. You will need a strong bench mounted buffer [3/4 hp or better] and good buffing wheels with grinding and polishing sticks to dress the wheels with. Even if you do your own plating, you will need the

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1988 Mercedes 190D 2.5 DIESEL 188K

On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 09:48:29 -0700 Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > > What about this? Who has had one of these? > > > 1988 Mercedes 190D 2.5 DIESEL 188K > > > > https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/6807172481.html We had a 1987 190E/2.3 gasoline version. It ran well and was quite

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1988 Mercedes 190D 2.5 DIESEL 188K

Fred and I have had 5 or 6 190Ds between us although I don't think either has had an NA 2.5. I drove one with a 5spd once, its was pretty nice. I had an auto 2.2l once and hated it, not as slow as a 240D but pretty pokey. I'm anti-slushbox to begin with and that car didn't help my attitude. A

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1983 300SD Turbodiesel W126

In a garage that is 25 miles away from the sunjust outside the sun. Bob R Sent from my iPad > On Feb 2, 2019, at 9:48 AM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 09:35:23 -0700 Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Okay boys, thoughts on this? Haven’t had a W126 yet >>

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Benz '99 300 D Turbodiesel

I mean $900too many digits Sent from my iPad > On Feb 2, 2019, at 9:49 AM, Bob Rentfro wrote: > > How much? $1900? > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Feb 2, 2019, at 9:47 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> If you want one of those maybe I should just sell you your white one

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Benz '99 300 D Turbodiesel

How much? $1900? Sent from my iPad > On Feb 2, 2019, at 9:47 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > If you want one of those maybe I should just sell you your white one back. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Feb 2, 2019, at 10:05 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >>

[MBZ] Fwd: 1988 Mercedes 190D 2.5 DIESEL 188K

What about this? Who has had one of these? Bob R. Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: > From: nore...@craigslist.org > Date: February 2, 2019 at 9:47:25 AM MST > To: azbob...@gmail.com > Subject: 1988 Mercedes 190D 2.5 DIESEL 188K > > azbob...@gmail.com forwarded you this from

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1983 300SD Turbodiesel W126

On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 09:35:23 -0700 Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > Okay boys, thoughts on this? Haven’t had a W126 yet > > > 1983 300SD Turbodiesel W126 > > > > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/6808123062.html Well, it looks good. I not sure what he means by The car is

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Benz '99 300 D Turbodiesel

If you want one of those maybe I should just sell you your white one back. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 2, 2019, at 10:05 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Sold..How hard is it to remove a CL posting? I mean really > > Bob R > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Feb 2, 2019, at 8:32

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1983 300SD Turbodiesel W126

No photos of the seats so I assume they are trashed. Might be an ok deal at about 2k. For less money you can get a decent SDL. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 2, 2019, at 10:35 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Okay boys, thoughts on this? Haven’t had a W126 yet > > Bob R > >

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Benz '99 300 D Turbodiesel

On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 09:05:01 -0700 Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > Sold..How hard is it to remove a CL posting? I mean really Indeed! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Gorgeous 1993 Mercedes Benz 300D Turbo Diesel

On Sat, 2 Feb 2019 08:29:00 -0700 Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > > On Feb 2, 2019, at 8:25 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > > wrote: > > > > Bob R sez: > > > >> That far away from me, sadly. > > > > Fly out, drive it back. Or have it shipped. You can't get screwed any > > worse than you did

[MBZ] Fwd: 1983 300SD Turbodiesel W126

Okay boys, thoughts on this? Haven’t had a W126 yet Bob R Sent from my iPad > > 1983 300SD Turbodiesel W126 > > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/6808123062.html > > Please go to the preferences page if you don't want to receive email-a-friend > messages in the future.

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Gorgeous 1993 Mercedes Benz 300D Turbo Diesel

Seller doesn't answer phone or text. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Feb 2, 2019 11:01 AM, "Bob Rentfro via Mercedes" wrote: > Give us a report after you look. The San Diego one I was sniffing out is > sold. > > Bob R > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Feb 2, 2019, at 8:25 AM, Rick Knoble via

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Benz '99 300 D Turbodiesel

Sold..How hard is it to remove a CL posting? I mean really Bob R Sent from my iPad > On Feb 2, 2019, at 8:32 AM, Bob Rentfro wrote: > > If I get a response from this dude, I’ll fly over and check this one out. > > Bob R > > Sent from my iPad > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From:

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

I don't think so, actually chrome probably has but a lot of what people think is chrome is actually nickel which I don't think needs the toxic chemicals chrome does... -Curt On Saturday, February 2, 2019, 10:31:03 AM EST, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: I thought most decorative

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Gorgeous 1993 Mercedes Benz 300D Turbo Diesel

Give us a report after you look. The San Diego one I was sniffing out is sold. Bob R Sent from my iPad > On Feb 2, 2019, at 8:25 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Bob R sez: > >> That far away from me, sadly. > > Fly out, drive it back. Or have it shipped. You can't get screwed

[MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz '99 300 D Turbodiesel

If I get a response from this dude, I’ll fly over and check this one out. Bob R Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: > From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" > Date: February 2, 2019 at 7:47:09 AM MST > To: Bob Rentfro > Subject: Re: Mercedes Benz '99 300 D Turbodiesel > > Much better deal. That

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

I thought most decorative plating has been outsourced overseas, because of ever tighterning EPA, and other restrictions. Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Gorgeous 1993 Mercedes Benz 300D Turbo Diesel

That is savagely true. Bob R Sent from my iPad > On Feb 2, 2019, at 8:25 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Bob R sez: > >> That far away from me, sadly. > > Fly out, drive it back. Or have it shipped. You can't get screwed any worse > than you did on the Subaru. > > Rick >

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

Just in time to flip it! I need some of that chrome paint for the $500E300, tape up the front bumper cover with some duct tape then spray it up good. --FT On 2/2/19 10:09 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Advance Auto sells spray cans of chrome paint. No one will tell the

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Gorgeous 1993 Mercedes Benz 300D Turbo Diesel

Bob R sez: >That far away from me, sadly. Fly out, drive it back. Or have it shipped. You can't get screwed any worse than you did on the Subaru. Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

I have no experience with chrome... I've heard there is a decent chrome shop down in Asbury Park. I keep meaning to bring him an old hubcap or two as a trail, but can't seem to make it down there. I have a guy in Paterson who does excellent cad, zinc, and nickel work. Its cheap enough that its

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

Advance Auto sells spray cans of chrome paint. No one will tell the difference, at least for the first six months. On Feb 2, 2019 9:40 AM, "Bob Rentfro via Mercedes" wrote: > Dan is a groundbreaker! He will make life better for us all. > > Bob R > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Feb 2, 2019, at

Re: [MBZ] Uhoh

53 acres! That's more than twice as big as my backyard. On Feb 2, 2019 8:37 AM, "Meade Dillon via Mercedes" wrote: > Wow, that will be fun! > - > Max > Charleston SC > > > On Sat, Feb 2, 2019 at 12:03 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > Rural

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Gorgeous 1993 Mercedes Benz 300D Turbo Diesel

Friend of mine & I might go look at it today. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Feb 2, 2019 8:33 AM, "Meade Dillon via Mercedes" wrote: > Someone needs this, Curt? That would probably set you up for many years > of MB Diesel motoring... > - > Max > Charleston SC > > > On Fri, Feb

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

Can't offer any advice on the kit. Breaking new ground? Maybe Jaime has some input? - Max Charleston SC On Sat, Feb 2, 2019 at 9:31 AM Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Having looked into chrome (re)plating for some small pieces for my W111 I > am wondering

Re: [MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

Dan is a groundbreaker! He will make life better for us all. Bob R Sent from my iPad > On Feb 2, 2019, at 7:37 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Can't offer any advice on the kit. Breaking new ground? Maybe Jaime has > some input? > - > Max > Charleston SC > > > On

[MBZ] DIY Chrome Plating

Having looked into chrome (re)plating for some small pieces for my W111 I am wondering how viable doing it myself is. It looks like these guys have the process pretty well down for the DIY’er, and for the cost of the kit/materials I would need for the parts I need plated I would be well ahead

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Gorgeous 1993 Mercedes Benz 300D Turbo Diesel

That far away from me, sadly. Bob R Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 2, 2019, at 6:32 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Someone needs this, Curt? That would probably set you up for many years > of MB Diesel motoring... > - > Max > Charleston SC > > > On Fri, Feb 1, 2019

Re: [MBZ] Uhoh

Wow, that will be fun! - Max Charleston SC On Sat, Feb 2, 2019 at 12:03 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Rural town on outskirts of Charleston lands high-tech auto auction business > >

Re: [MBZ] E300D in the Big Room

So what else is on the list to get this car into daily driving service? - Max Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Gorgeous 1993 Mercedes Benz 300D Turbo Diesel

Someone needs this, Curt? That would probably set you up for many years of MB Diesel motoring... - Max Charleston SC On Fri, Feb 1, 2019 at 11:32 PM Frederick Moir via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Not, etc. > > -- Forwarded message - > From: > Date: