[MBZ] Seasons Greetings!

2016-12-25 Thread Angelo Giaimo via Mercedes
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to all my Mercedes friends! Angelo 1990 350SDL (gone, but not forgotten) 2011 ML350 Bluetek Diesel (SWMBO's new ride) Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] rod benders

2016-02-07 Thread Angelo Giaimo via Mercedes
chain. Also fuel filter and trans service...my nickel. Now I know this car will not be as reliable or as cheap to maintain as my SDL, but what's the net wisdom on this one? Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL 280K (gone, but not forgotten) 2001 530i 5 speed 120K 2011 350ML Bluetek 60K > Message: 11 >

Re: [MBZ] Hi miles

2014-11-20 Thread Angelo Giaimo via Mercedes
1990 W126 350SDL Rodbender with only 289k? Gotta be worth some kind of award! Angelo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Hi miles

2014-11-20 Thread Angelo Giaimo via Mercedes
Original Trans, too! Tick, tick, tick... On Nov 20, 2014, at 10:35 AM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Overachiever award? On Thu, Nov 20, 2014 at 9:47 AM, Angelo Giaimo via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: 1990 W126 350SDL Rodbender with only 289k? Gotta

Re: [MBZ] Hi miles

2014-11-20 Thread Angelo Giaimo via Mercedes
Thanks, Wilton! Glad to see someone who appreciates good engineering, persistence and a bit of luck, too! Angelo On Nov 20, 2014, at 12:33 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: At least a big ATTABOY! BTW, I shoulda bought your FL friend's 126. 'Procrastinated too long. Wilton 1990

[MBZ] 126 Sunroof gasket

2014-06-28 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Hi, Just picked up a new sunroof gasket from my local stealer..any gotcha's I need to be concerned about? Looks straightforward..pull out the old one, (it's loose anyway) and press the new one into the groove? Angelo 1990 350SDL Rodbender 278k miles Sent from my iPad

[MBZ] 126 sunroof gasket

2014-05-23 Thread Angelo Giaimo
the roof. Does the gasket shrink over time (and then pull away from the corners?) or should it be glued in place, or just replaced? Alternatively, I can just keep it closed, but I like the open air in the summertime! Thanks! Angelo Giaimo 1990 W126 ___ http

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350SDL. The end...

2014-05-23 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Well, the new owner flew to Jacksonville from Dallas, IIRC, picked up my friend's 350 SDL and drove it back to Texas. $6K and one happy new owner...gone! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

[MBZ] ML350BT? and 91 350 SDL status

2014-04-20 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Wife really likes a 2011 ML350BT at a local dealer. CPO, low miles. Anything I should look out for with this vehicle? Only issues I know of are potential leaking oil cooler and no transmission dipstick. Are these real issues? ( if it's covered to 100k miles). Anything else? BTW, our friends

[MBZ] 350SDL for Sale......

2014-03-30 Thread Angelo Giaimo
My friends in Jacksonville have decided to part with their 1991 350SDL. ( too many cars and this one not driven enough.) White with grey leather. No rust, garage kept, etc. Drives, handles great. It's what we drive when we're in town. Has a factory replacement engine right around the time

[MBZ] ML vrs GLK Diesel?

2014-03-30 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Well, SWMBO is considering downsizing her 03 Tahoe, so we've been test driving a few small SUVs. ( X3, Q5 and some MBZ's) Test drove a '11 ML Bluetec and '12 GLK. I am partial to the diesel, but wife likes the GLK. From prices I've looked at, a '11 ML350 Bluetec is about the same money as a

Re: [MBZ] 350 SDL Opinions

2013-09-21 Thread Angelo Giaimo
check and keep/part out the vehicle, or if that's even an option, which was a thought, if I wanted to get rid of it, knowing the model's stellar reliability reputation. g More later.. Angelo Giaimo 350 SDL Rodbender 279,xxx miles, and still ticking! Sent from my iPad

[MBZ] 350 SDL Opinions

2013-09-19 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Well folks, it finally happened! My 1990 350SDL rod bender with 278k and a repair history similar to Wilton's (my head gasket was at ~125k but still on the original trans) was rear-ended by a school bus! Getting an estimate from my shop today and my ins co is looking at it also, as is the bus

Re: [MBZ] ThinkPads [Angelo Speaks!]

2011-11-15 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Hi, Been retired from Big Blue for 2+ years now. I know we have access to some of the used/refurb thinkpads at reduced prices, but I have to check/test access again. Please contact me offline if you're interested.. Angelo Giamo..lurking alot lately. 1990 350SDL michaelangel...@gmail.com

[MBZ] For Kaleb: Routes around NYC

2011-07-29 Thread Angelo Giaimo
. Just some suggestions. Drive Safely... Angelo Giaimo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Cold this Morning

2011-01-24 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Well, Actually yesterday morning, woke up to 9 below. Shoveled out my 350 SDL rodbender vbg that's been sitting in a snowbank for the past 2 weeks. One cycle of the glow plugs and it kicked over in less than 5 seconds of crank time. Love that car.. Angelo 1990 350SDL 278K miles. Sorry,

Re: [MBZ] Radio CODE problems..

2010-11-13 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Hi all, Tried the * at the end of the codeno change. But you know what? Today I got into the car and Viola! the the radio started working again.go figure! Thanks for your help! Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

[MBZ] Radio CODE problems..

2010-11-10 Thread Angelo Giaimo
? Thanks, Angelo Giaimo 1990 350 SDL 279K milesand still ticking. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] 350SDL Brake Pads

2010-09-24 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Yah, pads on a 126 are pretty easy. Wait till you have to R/R the front rotors, though. vbg Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL 277Kand still ticking. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

[MBZ] 1990 350SDL intermittent temp gauge: Was '91 350SDL air cond

2010-08-29 Thread Angelo Giaimo
OK Don wrote: Sounds like it might be a loose/corroded ground connection - I'd check/clean those before blaming the gauge --- = Yah, before I spend big bucks for a new gauge cluster ($800 plus at the stealer; $199 used from Potomic.) I'd look for something

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL air cond

2010-08-28 Thread Angelo Giaimo
On my '90 350SDL with aux fans that won't kick in and an erratic temp guage, (goes from 85 to pegged @ 120+, and back again), a slight tap at the top of the dashboard above the gauge will cause it to jump, so we figured the guage it intermittent. Even hit the block with a laser thermometer by

[MBZ] New Car Sightings.....

2010-08-05 Thread Angelo Giaimo
belongs to a Mexican collage student at a local collage. Must be nice... Angelo Giaimo 1990 350 SDL 270+ K miles.and still ticking. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Need help selecting Windows Laptop

2010-01-03 Thread Angelo Giaimo
/shop/americas/content/home/store_eppus/en_US/epplogin.html use the S/N 235697 and the name giaimo and you're in. (good for friends and family) Enjoy.. Angelo Giaimo 350SDL Rodbender Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

[MBZ] OT: Happy New Year

2009-12-31 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Wife decided we'd go to the beach (Ocean Grove, NJ) till Monday..Maybe I'll fix those glow plugs when we get back. vbg In the meantime, I wish everyone a Happy and Healthy 2010. Angelo Giaimo 1990 350 SDL Rodbender Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

[MBZ] 126 Electrical Gremlins

2009-12-28 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Well, although the paint job is done, the car's now got a few electrical problems. I already mentioned the tach not working, but today, I had a dead battery...purchased in '03, I figured it was time to put a new one in. ~$125 from the dealer. (I get a discount for a 'vintage' car.) Car now

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 49, Issue 142

2009-12-28 Thread Angelo Giaimo
On Mon, 28 Dec 2009 20:06:57 -0600, Peter Frederick wrote: You have at least two glow plugs bad, maybe more. It's possible the fuse has cracked (they do, with age), but I'd guess you have more than one bad GP, too. The GP relay is self diagnostic -- if you don't have balanced current for all

Re: [MBZ] 126 Electrical Gremlins

2009-12-28 Thread Angelo Giaimo
On Mon, 28 Dec 2009 20:06:57 -0600, Peter Frederick wrote: You have at least two glow plugs bad, maybe more. It's possible the fuse has cracked (they do, with age), but I'd guess you have more than one bad GP, too. The GP relay is self diagnostic -- if you don't have balanced current for all

[MBZ] Belated Christmas Greetings!!

2009-12-26 Thread Angelo Giaimo
to find out why. ;-( Angelo Giaimo 1990 350 SDL Rodbender Diesel 27X K miles.and still ticking ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 49, Issue 53

2009-12-08 Thread Angelo Giaimo
On Tue, Dec 8, 2009, Craig Wrote: I think you mean Flamenco. Yes, you're right. Damn spell check in Google.. Angelo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] OT:Tampa

2009-12-07 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Go to Columbia Resturant in Ybor City, FL.Great place. Anelo Giaimo 350SDL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Columbia Resturant in Ybor City, FL

2009-12-07 Thread Angelo Giaimo
at the time, ie:too much sangria, we drove all the way to Naples to surprise some friends and spent the next 10 days winding our way back up the west cost just taking in the sights. It was great, as it was summer and all the winter residents were back north, where they belonged. vbg Angelo Giaimo MB350SDL

[MBZ] Vandalism at local dealer......

2009-11-12 Thread Angelo Giaimo
, then found out how much the headlamp assys cost.Is this going to be like what happened to airbags years ago? Another reason I drive an old benz... Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL 279K miles and still ticking. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] Painting and looking for seats....

2009-10-17 Thread Angelo Giaimo
. And my shop said no problem doing that part of the job in the spring. One more thing..anyone have some nice, newer W126 Palomino seats or interrior parts (drivers' door panel, in specific) they want to part with? Thanks, Angelo Giaimo 1990 W126 Longbody -- next part

[MBZ] Paint Question

2009-10-16 Thread Angelo Giaimo
queston. Anyone know which is preferable? (ie:more durable, easier to maintain or look better?) Or are they about the same? TIA... Angelo Giaimo 1990 W-126 Diesel 276K miles. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail

[MBZ] Pure breed and mix-breed dogs......

2009-10-02 Thread Angelo Giaimo
On Fri, 02 Oct 2009 08:36:16 -0400, Mitch Haley wrote: The reason you don't breed your cousin is an increased chance of reinforcing genetic defects when the kid picks up the defective gene from both parents. One reason for cross breeding dogs is to decrease the chance of a genetic defect hitting

[MBZ] Personality of Laberdoodles

2009-10-01 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote re: Personality of Labradoodles: For the same reason you shouldn't impregnate your cousin. Mitch, Your logic escapes me...but that's OK. (BTW, that's in-breeding, not cross-breeding) But I did get a good laugh at your response. Also, I have no intention of

[MBZ] Personality of Labradoodles

2009-09-30 Thread Angelo Giaimo
to ride in our 1990 Mercedes 350 SDL, as the poodles and the car are all German. (Not French!) Angelo Giaimo 350SDL 276,000 Miles and still ticking. Flame suit on...jk -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com

[MBZ] Rear door regulator (?) Stuck.

2009-09-14 Thread Angelo Giaimo
. Thanks, Angelo Giaimo michaelangel...@gmail.com 1990 350SDL 276K miles.and still ticking. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090914/7ee8217d/attachment.html

[MBZ] W126 Bmupers and Chrome.

2009-08-14 Thread Angelo Giaimo
Hi, What's the market for front and rear bumper covers and Chrome for a 1990 W126. Seems the paint job I had a few years ago failed and I'm getting a free repaint, including addtional rust repair, which was guaranteed, and the option of replacing the bumper covers and/or chrome, now that they're

Re: [MBZ] How to determine whether a shelved turbodiesel is any good.

2009-08-06 Thread Angelo Giaimo
On Wed, 5 Aug 2009, Jim Cathey wrote: Push it off the bench. If it makes a cracking sound when it hits, it's no good. Try the veal. Better yet, Leave the gun, take the cannolis Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL 276K..and still ticking

[MBZ] Electrical Temp Problem? 1190 350 SDL

2009-08-06 Thread Angelo Giaimo
in as the actual temp was only 80-85C). Question: What would cause the temperature difference between what we read with the laser/spot thermo and what the dash gauge reads? Anyone ever see this before? Thanks! Angelo Giaimo 1990 350SDL; 276K miles.and still ticking. vbg -- next part

Re: [MBZ] Electrical Temp Problem? 1990 (not 1190) 350 SDL....

2009-08-06 Thread Angelo Giaimo
On Thu, 6 Aug 2009 Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net commented: Technically, you should measure the head at the place where the sender is, when checking the accuracy of the sender. (Which is probably your problem, btw.) -- Jim == Jim, you're right,

[MBZ] Social Security WAS check your credit card due dates.

2009-08-05 Thread Angelo Giaimo
NEVER seen anyone do that, although, technically, you can. Angelo Giaimo 90 350SDL ...now with working AC, but running hot. (If it ain't one thing, it's something else!) -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com

[MBZ] A/C Q's on a 126.....

2009-05-27 Thread Angelo Giaimo
with the results. Thanks, Angelo Giaimo Currently unemployed due to downsizing, and not being a crybaby about it. 1990 350 SDL Rodbender 276K Miles. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments

[MBZ] Retirement

2009-04-27 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
-related, golf schedule, or you just want to chat). Sincerely, Angelo Giaimo NEW EMAIL michaelangel...@gmail.com HOME ADDRESS: 63 Hamlet Court Wappinger Falls, NY 12590 PHONE: 845-298-9335 (H) 845-729-0607 (C) Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533

Re: [MBZ] Retirement

2009-04-27 Thread Angelo Giaimo
: 2479e1690904271836j2998123dnbe1e3b989b3fb...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Good for you. Everyone I work with, who is nearing retirement, seems to have their date moving out a little further due to the wretched economy. Bob R On Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 6:31 PM, ANGELO GIAIMO gia...@us.ibm.com

[MBZ] OT: Re: Wolf Stoves

2009-03-20 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
. The Wolfes were nice, too, but we were trying to stay away from all the electronic crap. IIRC, the wolfe was her 2'nd choice. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533

Re: [MBZ] IBM Layoff

2009-03-05 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
the sales pitch. But there was nowhere I wanted to goNow if they gave me Germany, I'd have to Reconsider. I especially liked the part about the locality pay. Still looking.. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt

Re: [MBZ] OT Happy SQRT day

2009-03-04 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Day is April 4, 2016 ? 4/4/16. Math lovers don't despair. Pi Day is coming up ? 3/14/09. Pi = 3.14159, not 3.1409. Or am I just being picky? Still looking for work... Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532

[MBZ] OT: Spamalot

2009-02-08 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Saw it on Broadway with the original cast (Tim Curry, Hank Azaria and David Hyde Perce) Seats were about 6 rows back in the center. (My wife's cousin got us great tickets or my Birthday a couple of years ago). I will fart in your general direction.vbg Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM

[MBZ] OT: Employment. WAS: OT - Strategic Air Command

2009-02-07 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
;charset=iso-8859-1 I do, indeed, wish you well. Wilton - Original Message - From: ANGELO GIAIMO gia...@us.ibm.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, February 06, 2009 11:02 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT - Strategic Air Command Yup, Watching it right nowas I write my resume

[MBZ] OT: Employment; Was: SAC

2009-02-07 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Involuntary, but I'm not gone yetvbg Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http

Re: [MBZ] OT - Strategic Air Command

2009-02-07 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
John Robbins wrote: I hope they didn't screw you out of retirement! Lasted 30 years, 2 months and 26 days.but who's counting.. Nope, got a more than generous severence package. Definately will have mixed feelings if I land another job inside. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS

Re: [MBZ] OT: Employment; Was: SAC

2009-02-07 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Luther benz-n-h...@gulseth.net Wrote: I'm not dead yet! *whack* Now you are == Luther, I guess you saw Spamalot too? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell

Re: [MBZ] OT: Employment. WAS: OT - Strategic Air Command

2009-02-07 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Wilton Strickland wilt...@nc.rr.com asked: Are you at RTP/Raleigh, etc., I forgot. = Fishkill NY, about 70 miles north of NYC. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532

[MBZ] Whatever happened to that 350SDL?

2009-02-07 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
. If I hear something, I'll let you all know.. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http

[MBZ] OT - Strategic Air Command

2009-02-06 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Yup, Watching it right nowas I write my resume... Last day at Big Blue: 4/26/09...unless I find a new job... Lasted 30 years, 2 months and 26 days.but who's counting.. Wish me luck Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296

Re: [MBZ] OT - Strategic Air Command

2009-02-06 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
range. On Fri, Feb 6, 2009 at 10:02 PM, ANGELO GIAIMO gia...@us.ibm.com wrote: Yup, Watching it right nowas I write my resume... Last day at Big Blue: 4/26/09...unless I find a new job... Lasted 30 years, 2 months and 26 days.but who's counting.. Wish me luck

Re: [MBZ] OT: Houses in the U.S.: was: (no subject)

2009-01-26 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
to short-sale their house due to illness. (Mother's Cancer drove them into the poorhouse.) Went from paying $2.4K/mo for 1'st and HELOC to less than half for rent. Both good, stable employment history, 2 Sons are local cops, etc, etc. We took a chance, but I think it will work out Angelo Giaimo

[MBZ] W126 Repair Proccedures Needed (PDF Format)

2009-01-19 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
the manuals used to be somewhere on the web, but I can't find them. Thanks. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed

Re: [MBZ] Gelled

2009-01-14 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
better and I have heat sooner. At minus 2, overnight, without being plugged in, it runs, but it's not very happy.neither am I.. Up here, I don't think I ever had a problem with fuel gelling. 1990 350 SDL 272K .and still ticking Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com

[MBZ] Christmas Greetings and a special message for Fred

2008-12-24 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
. Working from home today. Ah, the wonder of computers! Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: gia...@us.ibm.com (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http

Re: [MBZ] Season's Greetings.

2008-12-24 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
On Dec 24, 2008, at 10:27 AM, E M wrote: So what did everyone buy their cars for Christmas? :-) Ed 300E Mine got new wiper blades...(Not even refills!), and a trans fluid/filter change. Still the original trans.now how great is that? A gift in itself! 1990 350SDL 272K Miles Angelo

Re: [MBZ] W126 Instrument Panel pulling.

2008-11-07 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
. (which is why I added handles) Should that panel be in really tight? Any other tricks? thanks, (See attached file: MVC-008X.JPG) Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533

Re: [MBZ] Intermittent Temp Gauge: Related Subject............

2008-11-02 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
find them anywhere. Thanks! Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 350SDL 271K miles..and still ticking ___ http

[MBZ] OT: Barcodes

2008-10-31 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
://www.snopes.com/politics/business/barcodes.asp Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

[MBZ] Intermittent Temp Gauge

2008-10-31 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
are the instrument clusters (Temp, Oil Pressure, Gas Gauge) on the 350SDL's the same as the older 300SD/SDL's? I can get my hands on one of them cheaply, or do I need to find one specifically for the 350? Dealer prices are a joke.(If we did not know that already) Thanks.. Angelo Giaimo

[MBZ] Front brake pads too Big for a W126?

2008-10-28 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
kind of spec that said the finished brake pad had to be a certain size to fit inside the calliper. Am I missing something? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533

[MBZ] JEA Rates in JAX

2008-09-24 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Bill R, Spoke to my Friends in Mayport last night..no increase in their electric bill (this month), although they did mention that JEA was granted a 17% rate increase this year, as they had the cheapest electric in Florida. Don't know if you're seeing any of that, yet. Later, Angelo

[MBZ] NOW: Atlantic Beach Fl Real Estate. WAS: How about You?

2008-09-22 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
, etc. As far as fishing, going to Singletons or driving to Saint Augustine for Shrimp at O'Steens, just no time... Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533

Re: [MBZ] How about You; NOW: Real Estate Update and Fishing.....

2008-09-22 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
of everyting with the lawyers, contractors, etc. As far as fishing, going to Singletons or driving to Saint Augustine for Shrimp at O'Steens, just no time... Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y

Re: [MBZ] What about you?

2008-09-21 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Bill, I'll check with my friends in Mayport to see what JEA soaked them for this month...and I'll check the bill on our still-vacant rental property in Atlantic Beach..Rental market at the beaches is SLOW right now. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845

Re: [MBZ] S350 diesel sedan

2008-09-20 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
fail, but then, most of our beloved diesel engies will eventually fail too. If anyone knows, I'd love to hear. flame suit on Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533

[MBZ] S350 diesel sedan

2008-09-19 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52

Re: [MBZ] OT Volvo 240...Stopped at a light doing about 40.......

2008-08-07 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
On Wed, 6 Aug 2008 Fmiser Wrote: ...while stopped at a light doing about 40 MPH. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Now _that's_ amazing!! -- Philip === OK Philip, let me clarify..Wife was STOPPED at a light. Airhead college student

Re: [MBZ] OT Volvo 240

2008-08-06 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
phone rammed my wife, while stopped at a light doing about 40 MPH. (Seat broke, she was OK; rear crumple zone did it's job, though) Still have the aux fan I got from a junkyard (Paid over $125, used) in my garage.if anyone wants one. Yes, parts are expensive. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM

Re: [MBZ] A/C Retrofit on a 126

2008-08-05 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
. One question: Do I need to be concerned with adding additional oil to the system? Or is there a way to check? (I have not located the dipstick on the compressor. vbseg) Thanks, again. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie

[MBZ] A/C Retrofit on a 126

2008-08-04 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
to what, R-134? Does anyone have any experience with how well the system cools after being converted? Any alternatives? (Other then sweating in the heat like I've done for most of the summer before I traced down why my compressor would not kick in?) Thanks, Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS

[MBZ] PHX CL 95 S350D

2008-07-29 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
uses ZERO oil between 5K oil changes @ 170K , but she's got a factory replacement engine (See attached file: 121_2118.JPG) Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533

[MBZ] OT: O'Steens in St. Augustine.

2008-05-23 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
wife's birthday...at her favorate resturant. Once I get my schedule straight for that week, maybe we can hook up for lunch/dinner somewhere local in Jax? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y

[MBZ] OT: O'Steens in St. Augustine

2008-05-23 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
wife's birthday...at her favorate resturant. Once I get my schedule straight for that week, maybe we can hook up for lunch/dinner somewhere local in Jax? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y

[MBZ] Fuel Price!

2008-05-22 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
the oil co's aren't taking advantage of the situaition. Also, if crude is traded in dollars, and we've devalued our currency, how much has cude gone up just due to that? Just my opinion...YMMV Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235

[MBZ] OT: Lunch at Singletons.....

2008-05-04 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Hey Rusty and Bill, How was lunch at Singletons? With the Shrimp Festival in Fernandina, I'm sure the ferry back was a bitch to catch. Heard it was backed up all the way to the Lighthouse..or did you take the bridge back? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845

Re: [MBZ] O/T lunch in Jacksonville

2008-05-01 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Sorry guys, won't be in town, yet. Did book our tickets; Arriving JAX 5/31; Driving our newly aquired 2001 2WD Tahoe (!) back north 6/6. Bill, maybe we can hook up sometime that week at Singletons or one of the other places I talked about.. Probably have my wife with me, too. Angelo Giaimo

Re: [MBZ] Michigan Rodbender - $6500

2008-04-22 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
'Come on, you guys are just JEALOUSvbseg Angelo Giaimo 1990 350 SDL 265,XXX miles.and counting. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe

[MBZ] Blutec Dealer Loaners......

2008-04-07 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
.. We'll never see a Blutec diesel loaner here. Years ago, when I bought my 1'st new BMW (1979 320 I), my dealer used to give me a 530 i stick as a loaner, regurlarly when I brought my car in. When he did, I'd take the day off from work and go joy-riding. vbseg Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS

[MBZ] O'Steens in St. Augustine

2008-03-31 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
in St. A for pralines, a stop at the Gate station for lottery tickets and the trip back home. Our MONTH of April is already booked up, So, we'll probably be down in May sometime. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070

[MBZ] OT: VISA's stupid limit on fuel purchases

2008-03-31 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
. MB 350SDL 266,xxx Milesand ticking. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport

2008-03-31 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Rusty, If I see I'll be down there in May when you are, I'll give you a shout. Ever go to the old Strickland's resturant between Singleton's and the ferry slip? My Friend's Uncle owned it and she and her brother worked there till it closed. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL

[MBZ] Singletons.....and a picture

2008-03-29 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
anything major last month. Singleton's..fron the side. = (See attached file: 122_2236.JPG) Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 -- next part -- A non

[MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport

2008-03-28 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
of 40 Degree rain in beautiful downtown Wappinger Falls, NY.. What's everyone in town for? Amelia Island or TPC? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533

[MBZ] OT STILL:Wayback Machines/Computer History

2008-01-30 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
with the help of this list Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 1990 350 SDL 265K miles. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official

Re: [MBZ] OT, computers again

2008-01-27 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
) If anyone has any questions, please feel free to contact me off list.. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

[MBZ] Small Claims Court

2008-01-23 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
about this judgementpays me with interest, about $1.5K to settle. Just had to wait for my money. Key was getting judgement on him personally, not his business. Angelo Giaimo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Marshall Booth

2007-11-30 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
This truly sucks. I kinda figured something was up when I stopped seeing his postings. He helped me out many times with my diesel, both on and off this list. He was a dirverse great man who will be sorely missed by all who knew him. I'd kick in some bucks, too. Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM

Re: [MBZ] New refrigerant

2007-11-19 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Dangerous? How about the folks using PROPANE in their AC system? Won't that cause a nasty fire in the right crash? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533

Re: [MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

2007-10-17 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
you all know. Sorry for not getting back sooner; My wife and I are involved with potential guardenship of her dad.wish us luck. It's a mess. Thanks, Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction

[MBZ] 1991 350SDL Market Value?

2007-10-12 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
engines, but is the longevity of the factory replacement engines better than the originals? What might a car like this fetch on the open market? Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y

Re: [MBZ] Carmel, NY....a short drive away....

2007-09-06 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Includes transportation, too? No? vbseg Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533

[MBZ] Carmel, NY....a short drive away....

2007-09-05 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
Angelo Giaimo/Fishkill/IBM @ IBMUS Internet: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (845)894-4296 (tie 533); fax: 892-6235 (tie 532); 2070 Rt. 52; Hopewell Junction, N.Y. 12533 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

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