Re: [MBZ] OT - Who Has Direct HVAC Experience?

Thanks, I already looked them up. And yes, I reinstalled the old thermostat and I get the same results. No cooling, air handler runs and the outdoor unit sounds like it's running, too, at least the fan is. Maybe my compressor contactor decided to take a dump? Or the capacitor? Meh. At this

Re: [MBZ] Is this a good deal?

des > wrote: > > https://registry.faa.gov/aircraftinquiry/NNum_Results.aspx?NNumbertxt=N899T > >> On 12/17/2019 7:46 PM, dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> My Dad was a “shared owner” with two doctors. Total assh*ts, both of them. >> >> The FBO handled scheduling as it d

Re: [MBZ] TV's

As long as you stick to a name brand you should be fine. You really don’t have to worry about the “smart” aspect of these as long as you don’t connect them to a network. I connect mine once every few months, jump into the menu to run updates, and pull the (network) plug as soon as it’s done. I

Re: [MBZ] Is this a good deal?

My Dad was a “shared owner” with two doctors. Total assh*ts, both of them. The FBO handled scheduling as it did for other owner groups. I can recall on more than one occasion where we packed up for a weekend away at our place on Sanibel, only to show up and no plane. Dad would have scheduled it

[MBZ] OT - Who Has Direct HVAC Experience?

New house. “Goodman” single stage heat pump system with 10kW backup heat strips, very generic Emerson brand thermostat. All perfectly functional until today... I swapped my 1st generation Nest thermostat over from my old house. Same type of system, only it’s a Trane. Got everything wired as

Re: [MBZ] OT house electrical issue

It would and we know it. However, the market is such that the margin of cash flow to costs would be minimal at best, plus I don’t want to be a landlord. And the minute I start paying someone to manage it I would be upside down on cash flow. We’ve got plenty of equity and the market is good.

Re: [MBZ] OT - AK data point

Spot on as far as Panama and diversity. If you don’t understand or know the history it will mess with your mind. Why? Go into a very authentic Chinese restaurant in Panama City and the employees all speak very fluent Spanish. “What is wrong with this picture?” your brain will say. With alcohol

Re: [MBZ] C140 CL500

oupes > > --FT > >> On 12/16/19 1:04 PM, dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> As a former W140 coupe owner, I can confirm that there *are* some coupe >> specific bits, and due to the limited numbers, are quite pricey if you can >> even find them. >> >> When I p

Re: [MBZ] C140 CL500

As a former W140 coupe owner, I can confirm that there *are* some coupe specific bits, and due to the limited numbers, are quite pricey if you can even find them. When I parted my coupe out, I got more for a single window regulator than I got for the car as scrap -D > On Dec 16, 2019, at

Re: [MBZ] OT is Tampa safe?

That and the perps were working out of south Florida (Palm Beach County). -D > On Dec 13, 2019, at 1:57 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Comforting thought... > >> On Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 1:36 PM dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Not Tampa. The story is focused

Re: [MBZ] Paint 'o' Mania

Reverse osmosis system. -D > On Dec 13, 2019, at 1:54 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > What's RO? > >> On Fri, Dec 13, 2019, 9:24 AM dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Retirement house. I plan on being buried in the backyard. >> >> -D >> >

Re: [MBZ] OT is Tampa safe?

Not Tampa. The story is focused primarily on two counties away. And yes, it sucks what these guys did. They’re going to die in prison. -D > On Dec 13, 2019, at 12:59 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > I really feel for the owner of that jewelry store that was ransacked. He >

Re: [MBZ] OT more boars 

I started out with Ruger revolvers when I bought a Super Single Six .22 revolver a few years ago on a whim. Fun to shoot, cheap to use, dead nuts accurate for a pistol. After some outings to the range with it, I decided I wanted a larger caliber single action pistol, but I really didn’t want a

Re: [MBZ] Paint 'o' Mania

Retirement house. I plan on being buried in the backyard. -D > On Dec 13, 2019, at 8:54 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Strong work! > > You probably won’t want to move again. Ever. > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > >> On Dec 13, 2019, at 4:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes >>

Re: [MBZ] Getting on a cruise

Visiting any of the Lesser Antilles or other islands in the Caribbean is always a good time as long as you’re not one of the “ugly American” touristas. They’re each culturally diverse as well as different in climate and topography, so it’s like visiting a totally different country each time in

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT: Prank

Tempus fugit, too! -D > On Dec 8, 2019, at 9:12 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Semper vigilans > >> Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes >> December 8, 2019 at 6:00 PM >> So, in a way, my "prank" to my son was a gentle reminder: >> >> NEVER forget. 12/7

[MBZ] Nice 300SD

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Re: [MBZ] OT: M*Carbo?

I haven’t, but I’m going to dust some clays on Saturday morning with a bunch of people from work. Lousy timing as we’re closing on the new house Friday, but I want to take advantage of rubbing elbows with the bosses at the range...I’ve been itching to get out there but haven’t been able to find

Re: [MBZ] Harbor Freight and Lowes

I have purchased one HF ratchet, a stubby 3/8” drive that was one of their “high end” or more expensive models. It lasted maybe six months, used possibly 10-12 times, none of which stressed it significantly, it was used to spin off fasteners in areas with limited space, like the top bolt on

Re: [MBZ] Natural gas vs oil?

; all gravy from here on --- > > On Fri, Nov 15, 2019 at 1:07 PM Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Looks like a ground source heat pump is the way to go. Unfortunately, they >> don’t show the acquisition cost, which would balance it out a bit in >> comparison.

Re: [MBZ] Natural gas vs oil?

Looks like a ground source heat pump is the way to go. Unfortunately, they don’t show the acquisition cost, which would balance it out a bit in comparison. My former HVAC guy in Indiana swore by them. The heating and cooling costs for my behemoth (4,000+ sf) house there would have been about

Re: [MBZ] NAV system DVD

. >> >> -D >> >>> On Nov 15, 2019, at 12:00 PM, Dwight Giles wrote: >>> >>> Yes & somehow i turned off that request on my 2005 w211 as i don't have the >>> disks. >>> >>> Dwight Giles Jr. >>> Wickford RI >

Re: [MBZ] NAV system DVD

i don't have the > disks. > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > >> On Fri, Nov 15, 2019, 11:44 AM Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Probably not, and they’re not cheap to come by, even in the secondary market. >> >> Not to mention I think this mode

Re: [MBZ] NAV system DVD

Probably not, and they’re not cheap to come by, even in the secondary market. Not to mention I think this model’s NAV software hasn’t been updated in some years, so you could be driving where it doesn’t show any roads. My former S430 did that because the NAV data was so out of date. -D > On

Re: [MBZ] Partially restored 1962 220SE coupe on BAT

Actually, restoring the dash wood isn’t bad, it’s just darned time consuming and very tedious to get it right. Replating chrome is very expensive these days. For example, the little garnish molding on the rear doors of the W110 sedan that’s a continuation of the molding on top of the fins cost

Re: [MBZ] I think the tensioner on the AZ bob car might have let loose again

Helicoils have been an accepted fix for stripped spark plug threads for decades. Tried and true, they do the job well and are quite robust. -D > On Nov 14, 2019, at 2:52 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > When I tried to replace spark plugs on my W108 280SE the threads in the >

Re: [MBZ] OT phone/internet and WSJ bills

in reasons I Not done this is due to DVR. So what is the tablo? > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 13, 2019, at 12:59 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Cut the cord on cable last month. Went from $220/month for >> phone/cable/Internet (undiscoun

Re: [MBZ] OT - Car Hauler?

My brother in law covers an area that encompasses Iowa, Illinois, parts of northern KY and southern IN. He has a Toyota Highlander that has over 300k on the clock and swears by it. Says it’s never failed him or left him stranded. -D > On Nov 13, 2019, at 4:03 PM, Clay Monroe via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] OT phone/internet and WSJ bills

ents > I block, the more books get read by everyone, and the happier we all are. I > have been putting off getting a short throw DLP and may just put it off > indefinitely. We have no TV currently. > > On Wed, Nov 13, 2019, 9:59 AM Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Cut

Re: [MBZ] belt pulleys for E320?

I think Litens is OEM. Why not go with MB for the pulley? That’s a part I would definitely not scrimp on. I only use Continental for belts. -D > On Nov 13, 2019, at 2:13 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > So I'm looking to get new idler and tensioner pulleys for the $600E320 as >

Re: [MBZ] OT phone/internet and WSJ bills

Cut the cord on cable last month. Went from $220/month for phone/cable/Internet (undiscounted costs as we just went out of contract) down to a little over $100/month for nearly the same content, and no more land line. $60/month Internet (100/100) $50/month YouTube TV $5/month Tablo DVR This

Re: [MBZ] OT Rod Stewart's trains

MMM just splooged all over his computer. -D > On Nov 13, 2019, at 10:24 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-7678617/Rod-Stewarts-secret-hit-track-Veteran-rocker-finally-lets-world-legendary-model-railwa.html > > -- > > --FT > > >

Re: [MBZ] I Wonder

And a great car when sorted. After working around the eldest son’s, I’m thinking this could be the next car I drive when/if I retire the S210 wagon. There’s a really nice one on the local CL but the seller is asking stupid money ($8k w/140k on the clock). -D > On Nov 12, 2019, at 12:46 PM,

Re: [MBZ] ML500 still no cranky

What model year is this again? -D > On Nov 12, 2019, at 1:17 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > So I decided over lunch to have a go at getting this thing started. Left the > battery on the charger, it was at 100%. At first I got a start error again, > no cranky. Hooked up the

Re: [MBZ] List Mom

t; > I am willing to bet that the majority of people in Canada feel the same way > that Don Cherry does but most are unwilling to admit it. > > Randy > > >> On 12/11/2019 8:21 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> Stop. Not appropriate. >> >> List Mom >>

Re: [MBZ] '65 Rambler American 440 3 speed convertible

Being raised in a GM family, I always looked down my nose at anything AMC until my best friend’s folks bought a Gremlin that had (I think) a 302 V8 in it. Holy mother of pearl would that thing go! Totally reshaped my opinion of AMC products at the time. -D > On Nov 12, 2019, at 10:03 AM,

Re: [MBZ] The joys of travel

Lows below 60 this week. B! -D > On Nov 12, 2019, at 9:57 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > We had record heat about a week or two ago, and expect record cold temps > tomorrow here in D.C. Not a lot of moderation. > > On Tue, Nov 12, 2019 at 9:54 AM Curt Raymond via

Re: [MBZ] Where's albore?

Stop. Not appropriate. List Mom > On Nov 12, 2019, at 9:01 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Must be in chicago. > > For 20-30 years ol al has been telling us we are gonna die from heat in 20 > years. That has come and gone (Title of a good Mason Proffit album too) > I'm

Re: [MBZ] For when Poos moves into his new house

The firewall on my router won’t let it send anything out without my approval. I check the manufacturer’s web site to see if there are firmware updates, and when there are I let it download them or I pull them down and side load them with a USB stick. If I don’t want something to phone home,

Re: [MBZ] For when Poos moves into his new house

er apps to them as well > like you can with a firestick? > > The OLED are the latest and greatest and most expense I believe. QLED is in > the middle with regular LED as the oldest tech if I understand it all > correctly. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 5, 201

Re: [MBZ] For when Poos moves into his new house

se > are the lower end models but it would be a huge improvement over what I > currently have I am sure. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 5, 2019, at 8:18 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> If I was to buy a new TV for the house, new or current,

Re: [MBZ] For when Poos moves into his new house

If I was to buy a new TV for the house, new or current, it would be one of those QLED TVs. I’ve looked at them at Costco and the images are amazing. -D > On Nov 5, 2019, at 9:03 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I saw an ad Sunday for an 83” for like $2200 and a 70” for $499.

Re: [MBZ] OT: Jetta Brakes

That makes sense. I can see where it would be a little easier using the compressor for both front and back. I did have to fight to get things aligned so they could go back together in both situations, but I wouldn’t hesitate to do it that way again - and I have a Klaan knock-off sitting on the

Re: [MBZ] Speaking of special tools - A-B light timing tool?

I have used one and it was slick as snot, if you’ll pardon the analogy. There was a place in the UK that was selling them for a pretty reasonable amount, like $200-ish or so, I think. -D > On Nov 4, 2019, at 2:22 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I've decided that I really need the

Re: [MBZ] OT: Jetta Brakes

Fords and Mazdas require the cube as well. First time I did rear brakes on a Focus I nearly destroyed a C clamp. The cube is in my “oddball tools” box. Definitely did the trick once I figured it out. -D > On Nov 4, 2019, at 11:35 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Spent the weekend

Re: [MBZ] 124 rear suspension part numbers

Sorry for any confusion -D > On Nov 4, 2019, at 9:53 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Thanks for that link to the link kit. I was thinking I'd order the links and > most of the rest of the stuff from MB. (Except the stuff like the front diff > mount that they have priced at

Re: [MBZ] 124 rear suspension part numbers

Max, The front mount(s) on your W124 differential have been replaced. Did not do the rears as I was waiting to borrow the tool from someone. -D > On Nov 4, 2019, at 9:43 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > I have not inspected this one yet, but I have never seen the front fail. >

Re: [MBZ] 124 rear suspension part numbers

ff mount. Those carrier > bearings are spherical and over 100 apiece from MB; not sure what they run > aftermarket but it might be a place to save a little cash. > > On Mon, Nov 4, 2019, 4:58 AM Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > >> The kit is what Mercedes provides as wel

Re: [MBZ] 124 rear suspension part numbers

The kit is what Mercedes provides as well, it’s not just the bushing. -D > On Nov 4, 2019, at 7:54 AM, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Lemfoerder makes a kit with all of it except maybe lower control arms. Not > sure if the carrier bearings are included, but they also make those.

Re: [MBZ] hmmmmm

Probably worth that in parts. -D > On Nov 1, 2019, at 10:17 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/charleston-mercedes-190e-cosworth-23-16v/7011125737.html > > -- > --FT > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com >

Re: [MBZ] OT - Concrete Slab Construction

Figured it out after our afternoon walk: Post tensioning cables. -D > On Oct 31, 2019, at 1:13 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > They’re now two floors up and there’s no sidewalk on that side of the street, > so we can’t ask. Otherwise we would. > > Not the top

Re: [MBZ] OT - Concrete Slab Construction

it might be for solar hot > water heating. > > MG > > Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> Nope. If you closely, you can see the conduit (gray) run across the deck as >> well. >> Note that it’s spaced pretty evenly in one direction, but the ones that >> cross at

Re: [MBZ] OT - Concrete Slab Construction

des > wrote: > > Conduit for cables? > > --FT > >> On 10/31/19 10:48 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> Here’s a better picture now that it’s out of the shade. >> >> >> >>> On Oct 31, 2019, at 10:38 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes &g

Re: [MBZ] OT - Concrete Slab Construction

31, 2019, at 10:23 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Probably heating tubes > > --FT > >> On 10/31/19 10:18 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> We’re puzzled by the red tubing that's being laid in the concrete floors of >> a high rise building bein

Re: [MBZ] Mrs Poos needs a SLK55

:30 -0400 Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Professional install, concrete driveway. > > Good idea for a professional install -- someone else breathes the fumes > and is responsible for a successful result. > > How much are they charging? > > And you kno

Re: [MBZ] Mrs Poos needs a SLK55

Professional install, concrete driveway. -D > On Oct 28, 2019, at 2:43 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Mon, 28 Oct 2019 14:40:15 -0400 Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Three car garage, three car width driveway that’s about 40 feet long - >> the full width

Re: [MBZ] Mrs Poos needs a SLK55

Three car garage, three car width driveway that’s about 40 feet long - the full width/length. First order of business - epoxy the garage floor. I’ve already got it lined up. -D > On Oct 28, 2019, at 2:10 PM, archer75--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Will you have more garage space and/or

[MBZ] Okie S430

Bottom feeder time... https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/valrico-2002-mercedes-s430/7006862271.html -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] wretched ricebox

I am not a brand snob by any sense. I’ve owned several Asian cars (Nissan, Mazda) and been quite pleased with them and would not hesitate to buy another should the need for a basic, “gas and go” reliable low maintenance surface. Our 2005 Mazda 6 went 160k in around 10 years time. Other than a

Re: [MBZ] wretched ricebox WUZ: Re: (no subject)

My tire guys use a torque wrench *and* a second tech to verify the torque, both of which sign off on the work order. -D > On Oct 25, 2019, at 9:14 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > THeisen's farm store uses the torque wrench, and I have seen them look up the > spec. Once in

Re: [MBZ] I Am Living Right

And here is an example of inappropriate control in an HOA. Our design criteria is clearly defined as far as materials and construction, much of which is dictated by County ordinance, not HOA bylaws. The president doesn’t have a say in things like this, they’re addressed by the ACC

Re: [MBZ] I Am Living Right

No. She’s only worried about her immediate neighbors and has probably never been near my house. My oil stain violation came from a monthly inspection performed by our management company. -D > On Oct 21, 2019, at 8:57 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: > > Does ex-board biddy have anything to do with

Re: [MBZ] I Am Living Right

While I think that some of you are grossly exaggerating the effect of an HOA, I fully understand the desire to have no restrictions on the use of your property. In my case I prefer to know that my property value will be protected if not enhanced by the presence of an HOA, and in order to

Re: [MBZ] I Am Living Right

I’m not going to get into the discussion over HOAs versus no restrictions, but this is a point well taken and one side of the HOA/deed restrictions discussion that rarely comes to light. An HOA doesn’t “tell you how to live (right)”. Bylaws and covenants outline community standards that have

Re: [MBZ] OT: USA's largest and very old storage battery

None of this technology is outdated and much of it is still in use. Nickel-cadmium battery banks are still in use in the communications and standby power industries. Motor generators, also known as “MG sets” are still in service for mainframe computers. In fact, IBM was one of the largest

Re: [MBZ] Off topic oil question

Brad Penn green stuff. Nothing else. -D > On Oct 16, 2019, at 2:28 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > I don't think Rotella or any mainstream oil has high enough zinc any > more for old engines. They have all been reformulated for modern > engines. > > Maybe look Penn or racing oils.

Re: [MBZ] Toyota Hilux?

o know how many of the stories of labor influenced disasters of > that period are true. > > > Curt > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android > > On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 11:25 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > As I recall, it was. > > While the Córdoba was p

Re: [MBZ] Toyota Hilux?

As I recall, it was. While the Córdoba was probably the pinnacle of crappy Detroit iron of time, it was a really nice car as I recall. -D > On Oct 16, 2019, at 10:11 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > BUT, BUT, Was it RICH Corinthian Leather? > > Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote on

Re: [MBZ] Cord Cutting

We’re working off our alternate sources right now to get a feel for how things will be, and we haven’t had any quality issues so far. That’s with both streaming services as well as the OTA stuff. It also includes setups that are wired as well as streaming over WiFi. -D > On Oct 14, 2019, at

[MBZ] Fun With the W211

Pulled the W211 CDI into the garage yesterday to inspect the two bubbly injectors and possibly replace glow plugs. Couldn’t get the injector out, so I installed a new hold down stretch bolt and moved on. Injector slide hammer tool is on the way from the Island of Large Wimmen for later in the

Re: [MBZ] Toyota Hilux?

I like that. -D > On Oct 14, 2019, at 9:38 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > That is so true. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Oct 13, 2019, at 10:15 PM, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I read this recently: If you raise your kids you can spoil your grandkids. >>

Re: [MBZ] Honest auto shipping

I would add that Mike will work with you as far as time and price. Depending on the time of year and direction, the more flexible you are the better the price. He got my 400E from Greenville, SC to me in under two days for $400. I couldn’t have gotten it myself for that kind of money. -D > On

Re: [MBZ] Honest auto shipping

I have a broker in South Florida I’ve used for years. Wouldn’t consider anyone else. He’s very good and has gotten me some huge deals, like getting the Finnie shipped enclosed for the price of an open carrier. ($1100 vs. +$2000) As he says, “I wouldn’t use anyone I wouldn’t trust with my Mom’s

[MBZ] Bargain W111 Coupe

Be sure to look at the last picture. https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/tampa-1963-mercedes-benz-220se-coupe/6994524726.html -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] 240D Question: Dangerous?

And don’t forget to leave one of your turn signals on all the time... you could also get a pair of the wrap-around cataract sunglasses to wear, too. -D > On Oct 7, 2019, at 12:52 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Buy it, then buy a blue hair wig, and only drive in the left lane... Ohh >

Re: [MBZ] Painting my alloy wheels.

Roger, Astral Gray was a primary body color for Mercedes in the 70s. While it might have been the same color as the wheels, Würth refers to it a “silver wheel paint”. At least that’s been my experience. Switch to ceramic brake pads and your dust will be minimal. -D > On Oct 7, 2019, at 12:15

Re: [MBZ] 240D Question: Dangerous?

My former message was a bit cryptic as I was trying to compose it quickly at a red light... As others have stated, while the performance or lack thereof of this configuration of the 240D is minimal, driving one configured this way merely requires the driver to become more tactical in their

Re: [MBZ] New Michael Moore-backed doc[umentary] tackles alternative energy

I would have them in a heartbeat if the utilities hadn’t lobbied our legislature to make it near impossible to do. -D > On Oct 5, 2019, at 1:52 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > I've got them at camp which is where they make perfect sense. Our use of > propane has cut down by 1/3

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: SL diff mounts r129

I believe you can swap the snubbers by just removing the nut on the top of the strut and carefully lowering the control arm enough to get the rod from the strut out of the mount. I’ve done it on an R129, which has slightly different suspension. -D > On Oct 5, 2019, at 7:13 AM, Mitch Haley via

Re: [MBZ] OT Old man Merkree

Not in this case. Even with snow tires it couldn’t climb my sloped driveway if there was snow on it. -D > On Oct 4, 2019, at 5:16 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > >> On 04/10/2019 4:11 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> I had a 2002 Crown Vic for a compa

Re: [MBZ] It’s like a whole new Bob!

Downshift clunk is typically related to vacuum. -D > On Oct 4, 2019, at 5:05 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > The transmission mount needs to be replaced from time to time so please > check it ASAP to at least rule that out. Not a difficult or expensive > job.. > > On Fri,

Re: [MBZ] update on "Bob Dole" the 123

Best way to adjust the Bowden cable is to remove the cap from the ball, pull on the cable until you feel resistance, and see if the cap on the cable lines up over the ball on the linkage. If it doesn’t, carefully turn the threaded adjusting but on the cable jacket end to move the cable so it

Re: [MBZ] OT Old man Merkree

I had a 2002 Crown Vic for a company car. It was a boat and really lousy in the snow, but was an otherwise reliable and actually pretty economical car to drive. Very comfy, too. -D > On Oct 4, 2019, at 4:04 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > I like the Grand Marquis and Crown

Re: [MBZ] [EXTERNAL] Re: 123 Diesel Plan of attack

High mileage badges come from MBUSA, not the MBCA. Get the form off their web site, take the car and form to a dealer to get their verification stamp, and send in the form. Six weeks later you’ll get a badge with a very nice certificate in a presentation case. -D > On Oct 4, 2019, at 12:07

Re: [MBZ] 1999 SL500

This would be one of the best of the R129 models if you’re going to buy one. All of the earlier kinks are long gone. Based on your description I would say the ask is high, maybe more of a $10k-$12k car. -D > On Oct 4, 2019, at 1:07 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > R129s seem to

Re: [MBZ] Automotive Carpet Cleaner

Uh, the subject was “Automotive carpet cleaners”, not “Automatic”. ? -D > On Oct 3, 2019, at 1:00 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Anyone on this list who whines about automatic carpet cleaners is a > p**pyhead. > > On Wed, Oct 2, 2019 at 5:37 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] I'm pretty sure this is more entertaining ...

That’s how I was describing the difference between the M119 and M120 to the eldest boy the other day. I was telling him about that really nice S600 that’s for sale nearby, and he was wondering why it would be any better than an S500 as far as performance. We were on the interstate at the time,

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum lines

Donald, Some suggestions: 1.) Stop. Take a few steps back and stop trying to solve the car’s (perceived) issues collectively. Taking a shotgun approach to a car that is new and unknown to you is rarely productive. 2.) Try to make a list of the issues. Pick one and resolve it, then move to the

Re: [MBZ] Climate Control unit 123

Good point. If it’s an 82 it probably doesn’t have the relocated and larger strip fuse for the blower motor. The original fuse may have melted down. -D > On Oct 1, 2019, at 12:35 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > CHANGE the FUSES ? (channelling Herr Doktor) > > Allan Streib via

Re: [MBZ] New E320 CDI Fun - NOT

f Craig via > Mercedes > Sent: Monday, September 30, 2019 9:53 AM > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Cc: Craig > Subject: Re: [MBZ] New E320 CDI Fun - NOT > > On Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:20:39 -0400 Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > >> The success of the job really revo

Re: [MBZ] New E320 CDI Fun - NOT

That is correct, more so that I replace the seals on the injectors, the injectors themselves aren’t leaking - it’s the seal between the injector nozzle and the head, a copper washer. Parts to do the whole set are like $18.00 from the dealer, and it’s common enough that my dealer stocks them.

Re: [MBZ] New E320 CDI Fun - NOT

Not sure. However, it does show there’s some leakage past the sealing ring of the injector, which is the symptom that snowballs into the “Black Death” scenario. I’m going out of town later in the week, so I’m not sure if I want to take this on before I leave or wait until the next weekend to

Re: [MBZ] Costco tires

I just logged into my Costco account and looked into this. It appears that you can buy gift cards and send them to any address you choose, however, if you want to reload them it has to be done in the store by a member. -D > On Sep 26, 2019, at 7:08 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] Could be decent, but still a bit high

Almost as fun to drive as your SL600. Amazing how fast a W124 goes with an M119 in it. -D > On Sep 24, 2019, at 11:26 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Same color as my daughters E320 > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/562296147880404/ > > 1995 Mercedes Benz E420 >

Re: [MBZ] FCPEuro

ooked on their website this morning, says >> filters are covered, says something about return used parts, no specific >> mention of filters. Might be classified as a hazardous shipment? I >> could ask at some point. >> >> --FT >> >>> On 9/23/19 11:0

Re: [MBZ] FCPEuro

I just ordered a new master cylinder for the ML, as it likes to leak down slowly while your foot is on it. I tossed some filters on the order as well, and when doing so was wondering the same about consumables. Anyone have experience with them on this? I’m curious as well. -D > On Sep 23,

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D Needs to go

019, at 10:52 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Smoke silver metallic (702) exterior and Cream Beige (175) MB-Tex interior. > > -D > >> On Sep 20, 2019, at 9:45 AM, Max Dillon via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Dan, what is the color paint and interior

Re: [MBZ] Mittlerot '60 190Db Ponton in Bend, OR

It will get jacked up at the end as people light up their BaT pipes. -D > On Sep 20, 2019, at 10:22 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks pretty, drives and only $5k at present. > >

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D Needs to go

;> wrote: >>> >>> What's wrong with the E300? Color? >>> -- >>> Max Dillon >>> Charleston SC >>> >>>> On September 20, 2019 8:53:24 AM EDT, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >>>> I’m going to look at a couple of

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D Needs to go

> >> On September 20, 2019 8:53:24 AM EDT, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> I’m going to look at a couple of W210 diesels this weekend. If I pull >> the trigger on one the E300D will get taken out of service. >> >> -D >> >>> On Sep 20, 2

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