[MBZ] 2006 ML500 4Matic - 133k miles - $7,100

2024-01-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Keept in garage. https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/schaumburg-mercedes-ml500-4matic-great/7707963598.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] 2007 E350 4 matic - 141k miles - $5,100

2024-01-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Realtor colors, no interior pics. Might be decent if engine is OK. VIN not provided. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/huntley-2007-mercedes-benz-e350-matic/7707703641.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] New heat pump

2024-01-15 Thread MB list etc via Mercedes
Might it be cheaper and easier to drill a hole straight down rather than digging a 100 - 300 feet long 12 feet deep trench? Talk to a professional geothermal dude, pretending to be considering him to do the job, listen to what he tells you is needed. On Monday, January 15th, 2024 at 5:48 PM,

Re: [MBZ] Battery Conservation Convenience Functions Not Available

2024-01-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Anything special about that job, i.e. to keep nannies happy? On Tue, Jan 16, 2024, at 00:03, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > The aux battery is getting weak. Time to replace it > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Jan 15, 2024, at 11:42 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I get

Re: [MBZ] Battery Conservation Convenience Functions Not Available

2024-01-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
The aux battery is getting weak. Time to replace it --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jan 15, 2024, at 11:42 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > I get this message intermittently on my W211 dashboard message area. > > Starter cranks strong, so battery seems good. > > I'm not sure what

[MBZ] Battery Conservation Convenience Functions Not Available

2024-01-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I get this message intermittently on my W211 dashboard message area. Starter cranks strong, so battery seems good. I'm not sure what "Convenience Functions" are not available but everything seems to work as normal. Is this in relation to the "accessory" battery under the hood?

Re: [MBZ] I figured out why the 642 was so hard to start, surprised it even started

2024-01-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I remember when fuel in my W115 300D gelled. It had to be towed to the Texaco station at the mall and sit in their heated bay until the fuel melted. Talk about embarrassing On Mon, Jan 15, 2024 at 9:03 PM mitch--- via Mercedes wrote: > One time in the 1980s my dad's Cutlass Ciera 4.3

Re: [MBZ] New heat pump

2024-01-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Our water table is real high. For reference our well pump is a piston pump located in the basement of the house. I posted a picture one time, Jim Cathey figured the pump to be from the '20s. The pump sits maybe 8' below ground, so the well can't be more than like 30 feet from the surface...

Re: [MBZ] New heat pump

2024-01-15 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
The deeper the better, if you go deep enough the temp should approximate the annual average air temp. But unless your loop is infinitely large, the heat pump will cool the earth in the winter and warm it in the summer if you use AC. I had neighbors install a groundwater system with a hot well

Re: [MBZ] I figured out why the 642 was so hard to start, surprised it even started

2024-01-15 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
One time in the 1980s my dad's Cutlass Ciera 4.3 gelled up, the steel line under the floor I think. Dad blamed the supercooled water from the salted roads splashing the underbody. Had it towed to a shop and they thawed it out indoors. I assume they put some treatment in the tank too. Another

Re: [MBZ] Few Words

2024-01-15 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Mon, 15 Jan 2024 20:44:59 -0500 Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > Tutbo Diesel Is that the one King Tut owned? Craig > > On Jan 15, 2024, at 1:31 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > > wrote: > > > > Or pictures: > > > >

Re: [MBZ] Few Words

2024-01-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Tutbo Diesel --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jan 15, 2024, at 1:31 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Or pictures: > > > [00505_f7oszg0CE0s_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg] > 1984 mercedes benz diesel for

Re: [MBZ] New heat pump

2024-01-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Pretty much matches what I saw, we're right on the line between 80 and 90". I'd guess you'd ought to err on the side of caution in a place where -30F is not unheard of. -Curt On Monday, January 15, 2024 at 07:04:15 PM EST, Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Mon, 15 Jan 2024 23:48:01 +

Re: [MBZ] I figured out why the 642 was so hard to start, surprised it even started

2024-01-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I was thinking about this very subject the other day, I've had it happen 3 times. Once in a 190D I hauled north from New Jersey that probably hadn't been driven since summer. Once with the VWs when we had a cold snap and the fuel hadn't been treated properly (Cumberland Farms gave me a free

Re: [MBZ] New heat pump

2024-01-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
How deep can a Ditch Witch go? The best I can find from Google is a 7.5' (90") frost line for Caribou. I'd been under the impression we could do the horizontal piping at 10' but now I'm thinking maybe 12... -Curt On Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 04:32:13 PM EST, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote:

Re: [MBZ] I figured out why the 642 was so hard to start, surprised it even started

2024-01-15 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Mon, 15 Jan 2024 16:24:48 -0600 Kaleb Striplin wrote: > > So you have gelling fuel ... > > Bingo, that’s my guess. I believe this is the first time I have ever > actually had it happen. Some Howes Diesel Treat (or other non-alcohol de-geller) in each tank would make a more fair starting

Re: [MBZ] I figured out why the 642 was so hard to start, surprised it even started

2024-01-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Bingo, that’s my guess. I believe this is the first time I have ever actually had it happen. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 15, 2024, at 4:16 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Mon, 15 Jan 2024 16:11:06 -0600 Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Today, it’s 13 and it starts right up

Re: [MBZ] I figured out why the 642 was so hard to start, surprised it even started

2024-01-15 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Mon, 15 Jan 2024 16:11:06 -0600 Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Today, it’s 13 and it starts right up by dies with 10 seconds. Fuel > pump sounds like a cow giving labor. Check engine light was for several > low rail pressure codes. Got to thinking, it’s been several weeks since > I have

[MBZ] I figured out why the 642 was so hard to start, surprised it even started

2024-01-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Today, it’s 13 and it starts right up by dies with 10 seconds. Fuel pump sounds like a cow giving labor. Check engine light was for several low rail pressure codes. Got to thinking, it’s been several weeks since I have driven it and the last place I filled up was down in Texas. Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] Few Words

2024-01-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
"As is" for only $8K. What a deal. On Mon, Jan 15, 2024 at 1:31 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Or pictures: > > < > https://fortmyers.craigslist.org/lee/cto/d/fort-myers-mercedes-benz-300-tb/7707738436.html > > > [00505_f7oszg0CE0s_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg] > 1984

Re: [MBZ] I believe there is some condo work there. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 e, $4, 500

2024-01-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Might make a fun daily driver. On Mon, Jan 15, 2024 at 9:31 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yes, there is body work and interior work needed but it is a solid car. > There is rust on the rockers but the doors are solid and the floors are > solid. The windshield is

Re: [MBZ] 2005 Sprinter work van - 121k miles - $6,750

2024-01-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
It's a Sprinter, with Dodge badges. On Mon, Jan 15, 2024, at 14:32, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > Dodge = Mercedes in 2005? > > On Sun, Jan 14, 2024 at 10:23 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: >> Miles aren't bad but looks kinda rusty and like it hasn't ever been cleaned. >> >>

Re: [MBZ] 2005 Sprinter work van - 121k miles - $6,750

2024-01-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Dodge = Mercedes in 2005? On Sun, Jan 14, 2024 at 10:23 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Miles aren't bad but looks kinda rusty and like it hasn't ever been > cleaned. > > > https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/cincinnati-2005-dodge-sprinter-2500/7707504085.html

[MBZ] Few Words

2024-01-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Or pictures: [00505_f7oszg0CE0s_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg] 1984 mercedes benz diesel for sale by owner - Fort Myers, FL -

Re: [MBZ] New heat pump

2024-01-15 Thread MB list etc via Mercedes
Our ground source geothermal heat pump is still working great 10 years in. It has two 300 ft. deep wells with ABS pipe looped down and up through both holes. It paid for it's self in a little less than 7 years in reduced energy bills. The main circuit board and thermostat were replaced under

Re: [MBZ] I lost the key on my motorcycle. That’s why it so cheap. 2006 Mercedes-Benz cls-class CLS 500 Coupe 4D,$1,500

2024-01-15 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
"I lost the key to my motorcycle on the way to my regional MENSA meeting." [There, I fixed it for him. Part of the Facebook Marketplace help services team.] No charge for the sarcasm.. On Mon, Jan 15, 2024 at 7:39 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > That and being all

Re: [MBZ] This cart has been personalized to make it a Mercedes Benz model. 2007 Streetrod mercedes, $9, 999

2024-01-15 Thread Robert Rentfro via Mercedes
Oh my. Just think of all the promiscuisus geezer hanky-panky that has taken place in that rig. You certainly would be the envy of all as you rolled up to gather your prescriptions at the CVS before heading to play pickleball.  AZBob  Sent from Mail for Windows From: Floyd Thursby via MercedesSent:

Re: [MBZ] I lost the key on my motorcycle. That’s why it so cheap. 2006 Mercedes-Benz cls-class CLS 500 Coupe 4D,$1,500

2024-01-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Just don’t look at the right side. -D > On Jan 15, 2024, at 9:38 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > That and being all tore up. A key would not be difficult to make. > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/697029292521492 > > -- > --FT >

[MBZ] This cart has been personalized to make it a Mercedes Benz model. 2007 Streetrod mercedes, $9, 999

2024-01-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Just the ride you need when you move to The Villages!  And it's right there! Drive it to your new home! https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/338622869076383 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

[MBZ] Message for interior 2004 Mercedes-Benz cl-class CL 500 Coupe 2D, $5, 000

2024-01-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Sitting slammed on 211 wheels.  Hot mess. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/242042158839480 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] I lost the key on my motorcycle. That’s why it so cheap. 2006 Mercedes-Benz cls-class CLS 500 Coupe 4D,$1,500

2024-01-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
That and being all tore up.  A key would not be difficult to make. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/697029292521492 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

[MBZ] Needs fuel pump replaced. 2004 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 500 4MATIC Wagon 4D, $5, 000

2024-01-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I think these might be under warranty, but this is a stupid ask although the E500 4m wagons are fairly rare and command a premium https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1076953070092577 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Needs steering tie rod on left and right. Needs front end repaired. 2004 Mercedes-Benz e320 wagon 4 matic, $1, 500

2024-01-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Could be a reasonable deal with some junkyard front body work https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1524571085008309 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

[MBZ] I believe there is some condo work there. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 190 e, $4, 500

2024-01-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Yes, there is body work and interior work needed but it is a solid car. There is rust on the rockers but the doors are solid and the floors are solid. The windshield is cracked and it looks like someone ran into the front driver's side headlight.

[MBZ] Motor runs great. Got a few other issues..needs to be cleaned up.2008 Mercedes-Benz gl-class GL 550 Sport Utility 4D, $2, 800

2024-01-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Intriguing https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1086800129000450 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] now powered by a ‘92 Camaro Z28 engine and TH350 transmission. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 d Sedan 4D,$4,000

2024-01-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
This does look kinda cool and given the work that went into it probably not a crazy ask Time to move on from our “rally car”. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/752497109637549 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Haven’t been crunk in 4 years 1992 Mercedes-Benz 400 e Sedan 4D,$2,500

2024-01-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Might be interesting if <$1k Painted 3 times original color was grey. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/722196593369713 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] Scanner/Code Reader

2024-01-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I have a couple of SDS systems, an iCarSoft, and a third-party scanner both Floyd and I bought a while back, I think his puked and he returned it. I had to swap the first one that I got, but in my case, I think it might have been an operator error. The iCarSoft works fine and for most users

Re: [MBZ] Scanner/Code Reader

2024-01-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
I have an icarsoft MB V2? (Or 3?) that does pretty well for diagnostics and clearing some codes. A bit less than $200. There are others in that price range. I’ve seen something called Topdon (chinee) that looks to do pretty well. There’s a bunch sorta in that price range and on up. You can

[MBZ] Scanner/Code Reader

2024-01-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Now that the world has resumed some normalcy and I have a Mercedes in my driveway, what is the most useful code reader/computer/scanner I can get? I’ve got a little Blue Driver I bought when we were doing work on SILs 4runner and it works well on that. What are my choices and what proves most