Re: [MBZ] OT - desktop hard disks

If you’re buying a single drive, splurge and buy an enterprise grade drive. Well worth the extra bucks. -D former data center guy > On Apr 11, 2018, at 3:02 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Wed, 11 Apr 2018 13:31:23 -0500 Curley McLain via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] This might be my next copart target

osit. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 5, 2018, at 5:34 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> >> wrote: >> >> So who can tell me what it is I have to do to be able to bid in these Copart >> auctions? I owed around the site a litt

Re: [MBZ] 140 AC leak

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002NYBC8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8=1 Just ordered a can for the oldest boy’s E300D. It held a charge for about 4-6 at a time, now it’s down to a few days. I checked it for shaft seal leaks but didn’t find any, so I figured I would dump a can in

Re: [MBZ] This might be my next copart target

So who can tell me what it is I have to do to be able to bid in these Copart auctions? I owed around the site a little when the S420 was being auctioned off, but never dug down deep enough to figure it out. They don’t have squat in their Tampa yard right now, but I was going to start watching

[MBZ] Early Euro W126

Love the interior!! https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-Benz-280-SE/323174039378?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649 -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] I Am In Lust

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1941-cadillac-series-67-7-passenger-touring-sedan/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2018-04-04 -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Copart 560sel

Can’t hurt to try. As much as you can do to prove ownership will certainly help unless your dealer is a d*ck. -D > On Apr 2, 2018, at 5:57 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Well I will probably swing by tomorrow and see if it will work. > > I forgot to

Re: [MBZ] Garage Challenge

Pretty standard Crapsman band saw that allows the whole saw assembly to tilt for angle cuts. -D > On Mar 30, 2018, at 10:15 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Nice cedar! What is that bandsaw thing? Never seen anything like that. > > --FT > > >> On

Re: [MBZ] Please Talk me out of this one - -'78 Silver Wraith RR on BAT

into self-abuse to that extreme. -D > On Mar 30, 2018, at 10:12 AM, Andrew Strasfogel <astrasfo...@gmail.com> wrote: > > Thanks, Dan. That helps a little. > > > >> On Fri, Mar 30, 2018 at 10:09 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Please Talk me out of this one - -'78 Silver Wraith RR on BAT

I would not wish one of those abortions on my worst enemy. You must not know much about RRs - chassis hydraulics and brakes alone can cost you better than the finest 300TD you could find. And there’s little or no aftermarket suppliers for parts, either. I can’t think of a parallel to the

Re: [MBZ] Dead 300E

You’ve got the upper hand, as he’s not going to find someone to pay that kind of money for a car that doesn’t run. I would offer $400 and leave him a phone number and a deadline. -D > On Mar 29, 2018, at 6:17 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > He dropped

Re: [MBZ] Brake Pads

Ceramic if you don’t want dust. Rock Auto has some generic ceramic pads that I’ve put on flip cars that are actually pretty good. Akebonos are the best, IMHO, and aren’t that much more expensive than organic, not to mention they last longer, too. -D > On Mar 29, 2018, at 1:06 PM, Bob Rentfro

Re: [MBZ] Talking to Oneself. was: Echo

Ah, validation! I talk to myself quite often when working on things like my cars, for example. It helps me to reinforce the steps in the process of what I’m doing, for example. Higher intelligence, I don’t know, but I think I have a higher success rate or encounter fewer mistakes when I use

Re: [MBZ] Knock! Knock!

Joe Mama? -D > On Mar 29, 2018, at 10:43 AM, Fred Moir via Mercedes > wrote: > > Who's there? > > > Fred Moir. > Lynn MA. > Diesel preferred. > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] More copart crack

y iPhone > >> On Mar 28, 2018, at 8:07 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> >> wrote: >> >> That “stupid plastic panel” is known as a “heckblende” and is worth a couple >> hundred bucks on eBay or elsewhere if cleaned up and undamaged. Go ahead,

Re: [MBZ] More copart crack

That “stupid plastic panel” is known as a “heckblende” and is worth a couple hundred bucks on eBay or elsewhere if cleaned up and undamaged. Go ahead, search for one. -D > On Mar 28, 2018, at 8:51 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > At first that’s what I

Re: [MBZ] Painting Bundts

The ONLY paint you should use is the Würth silver wheel paint. Anything else will not match the original color or finish. Two cans will do four wheels easy. Top coat with MinWax Spray Spar Varnish in the matte finish and they’ll last for a very, very long time. -D > On Mar 28, 2018, at

Re: [MBZ] 1993 400E Update

It’s a feature that was rolled out in the early to mid 90s. And yes, it’s referenced in the owner’s manual. The switch costs less than $5 at the dealer. -D > On Mar 24, 2018, at 6:52 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > " Replaced the stock trunk light switch

Re: [MBZ] rock auto order

Rock Auto must have recently cleared out some wholesalers, as I’ve found a bunch of good closeout deals. Scored a box of Bosch F8DC4 plugs for $1.40/each. The fuel pressure regulator I just bought for the 400E was cheaper than everyone else, even with two day shipping. You can always find

Re: [MBZ] This looks interesting -- Poos?

And no, there are no magickal boxes for these cars for the most part. -D > On Mar 23, 2018, at 1:22 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> > wrote: > > Avoid any early R129s like the plague. There are numerous reasons why you > don’t want to touch one of thes

Re: [MBZ] This looks interesting -- Poos?

Avoid any early R129s like the plague. There are numerous reasons why you don’t want to touch one of these. You have been warned. -D > On Mar 23, 2018, at 12:07 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Poos needs to weigh in on if it needs the magick box to

Re: [MBZ] Getting fan shroud out of W124 E300D/2.5 Turbo

$6-$7/box of 100, I think. I always use my 25% off coupons when I buy them. -D > On Mar 23, 2018, at 11:35 AM, Andrew Strasfogel <astrasfo...@gmail.com> wrote: > > What's the cost of blue nitrile gloves and their durability? > >> On Thu, Mar 22, 2018 at 7:32 PM, Dan--

Re: [MBZ] Getting fan shroud out of W124 E300D/2.5 Turbo

Harbor Freight blue nitrile gloves, my stock purchase from them nearly every visit. I would go with the black ones but they last too long, meaning when I’m done they’re not, so they can get thrown away and wasted. I glove up for just about every operation on the car, and if I have to use

Re: [MBZ] 400E Catch Up

Not presently. I like this car too well to let it go right now. Maybe in the future when I tire of it, but for now I plan on enjoying it for a while. Nice to have a solid spare driver, and the youngster is flying the coop shortly, so I’ll have a good spot to store it once he’s gone. It

Re: [MBZ] Goobers new attack by proxy

Not appropriate for this forum. Please do not post such subject matter in the future. No additional warnings will be issued, you will be moderated. List Mom > On Mar 22, 2018, at 2:03 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > It appears that "we the people" need to

Re: [MBZ] 400E Catch Up

Figured out the speaker, and it was just as I suspected. The crossover capacitor in the smaller high frequency drivers was shorted. I clipped one end of it to take it out of the circuit and I now have the large driver working again. Probably wasn’t doing the amp any favors running into a

[MBZ] Wankel Powered SL

Interesting read: https://bringatrailer.com/2018/03/21/technically-interesting-dr-wankels-quad-rotor-mercedes-sl/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2018-03-22 -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Getting fan shroud out of W124 E300D/2.5 Turbo

There is another method of securing the fan that was on my 603 diesel that might be present on yours: On or near the top of the water pump housing behind the pulley are a couple of ribs cast into the housing. Using these as a stop, a piece of rod stock about 3/16” in diameter, bent into a

Re: [MBZ] Hey Andrew!

Interesting. I saw that someone visited my 400E blog from the Department of the Interior’s office in Helena or Great Falls, so I figured it might be you... -D > On Mar 21, 2018, at 11:29 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Moi? Still in MD. > > On Tue,

Re: [MBZ] ND compressor reseal

Is it just a piece of tubing? > >> Dan--- via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com> >> March 21, 2018 at 8:56 AM >> Did they include the seal installation sleeve? Mine did. Great to have, >> really makes the seal installation a piece of cake. >> >>

Re: [MBZ] ND compressor reseal

Did they include the seal installation sleeve? Mine did. Great to have, really makes the seal installation a piece of cake. -D > On Mar 21, 2018, at 9:44 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Thanks Rick and Dan. I ordered the set (2 kits) with green orings on

Re: [MBZ] OT Whirlpool warrant support

Amazing what people will scrounge... However, I had five 4 foot shop light fixtures, four of them with lamps. I put them out the night before trash day twice, and they were left untouched. I forgot to pick them up the second time, and when the lawn guys came by to do my neighbor’s lawn the

Re: [MBZ] Painting 124 plastic bumper

There are definitely primers or surface preparation chemicals to get paint to stick to plastic, I’m not aware of anything that makes it more flexible. If you’re painting a primered or previously painted surface, it’s not required unless you sand down to the plastic. -D > On Mar 19, 2018, at

[MBZ] It’s Green!

https://tinyurl.com/ybjyezyn -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Painting 124 plastic bumper

Check part numbers in the EPC, as the cab’s bumper may be different than the sedans. -D > On Mar 19, 2018, at 9:55 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > My cabriolet's front bumper is broken up along the bottom edge. The impact > strip part is fine, I need the

Re: [MBZ] Painting 124 plastic bumper

The impact strip is a separate part. I’m not sure how it’s attached, as I’ve never had one off, but I know it’s sold as a separate part as I’ve looked at replacing one. -D > On Mar 19, 2018, at 8:51 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Thanks guys, next

Re: [MBZ] Fun w/400E Today

I’ll tear into it this weekend if time permits, but I’m banking on the output transistor in the relay being bad. Outside of there being an open circuit between the relay and the light(s), I cant imagine what else would do it, especially since the relay is working. And relay is a relative

[MBZ] Mann, What a Deal!

Shopping for Mann filters this morning. Not sure what’s going on, but prices seem to have gone up recently. Best deal I found was Rock Auto, including shipping. -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] UH OH this could be deadly

$500 and your buddies in the barn have a stable mate. Do it. You know you want to. -D > On Mar 13, 2018, at 2:49 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > > 1992 Mercedes Benz 300SD - $750 > >

Re: [MBZ] 73 Mercedes-Benz 220D -- Once final assembly is complete car should be worth $15, 000

Love the color. And he’s not that far off on the final price if it’s done right and sold on BAT. Basket cases are bad news, though. This is a “good” basket case if there is such a thing. -D > On Mar 13, 2018, at 2:41 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > This

Re: [MBZ] Another BaT Flip For Dan

Not that bad looking of a car for the $$. I’m not that keen on the W124 coupes, however. -D > On Mar 13, 2018, at 12:30 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > > https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/cto/d/1988-mercedes-300ce-coupe/6528280368.html > Rick > > >

Re: [MBZ] Good 400E News

And that could be, however, they weren’t on the ground here reading the SDS and checking the various components. The key word here is “probably”. I went in assuming everything was good and used the process of elimination to narrow it down to the ETA. There could certainly be other issues, but

[MBZ] Checker Wagon on BAT

Looks like the Choirboy wants this one. He’s high bidder right now... -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Andrew’s Day Off

I win, as I called it correctly. You may donate my jar of pepper jelly to a worthy cause, or send me the Becker 1432 as a consolation prize. Dad played squash. Never cared for it myself. I played handball then later racquetball. Like spinning, it’s a very intense workout in a relatively short

Re: [MBZ] 400E Fun -- Costco Michelins

They don’t have stock on the 195/65 15 tires I wanted, either. Not a big deal, as I’m in no hurry, but from what I can tell my CostCo tire place has a week backlog or more. No walk in work from the looks of things. The tires I got for my W210 wagon had to be ordered in, too, but they were on

Re: [MBZ] Andrew’s Day Off

Squash. Racquetball is too plebeian. -D > On Mar 2, 2018, at 12:49 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Playing raquetball? > >> Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes >> March 2, 2018 at 9:10 AM >> Actually I'm working at my other day

Re: [MBZ] Andrew’s Day Off

I was talking about the winds we get here in FL, not today’s weenie storm. They’re only talking 50 mph winds for that. Meh. -D > On Mar 2, 2018, at 11:44 AM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > So, Congress ordered the wind and rain to help drain the swamp... or refill >

Re: [MBZ] Andrew’s Day Off

ay? 3-day weekend? > > --FT > > >> On 3/2/18 9:34 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> Ouch! >> >> -D >> >>> On Mar 2, 2018, at 9:10 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes >>> <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>> >>> Dan sez: >

Re: [MBZ] Andrew’s Day Off

Ouch! -D > On Mar 2, 2018, at 9:10 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Dan sez: > >> Since Andrew has the day off, he can watch >the BAT auction for the finnie > > If Andrew indeed has the day off, he won't be surfing the web. That's what > work is for. > >

[MBZ] Andrew’s Day Off

Since Andrew has the day off, he can watch the BAT auction for the finnie and see what it goes for. It’s up to about $7,500 right now, I’m thinking it will end with a hammer price around $10k. -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 400E Fun

sell it. -D > On Mar 1, 2018, at 10:33 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > Wish I had known. I have a complete BE 1432 sitting on the shelf, dreaming > of a good home. > > On Thu, Mar 1, 2018 at 10:27 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes <

[MBZ] 400E Fun

Haven’t done much of anything the last couple of days as I’ve been busy setting up a new mesh system/router and spending time with the youngest at the range. Had to deal with a drippy faucet on the garden tub in the master bath, too... Anyway, the new E-GAS module arrives today, I got a big

Re: [MBZ] OT - Aebleskiver and t-shirts and '85 300D

Like trying to find one of the vacuum system “flying saucers” that were unique to that model/year? -D > On Feb 28, 2018, at 2:52 PM, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes > wrote: > > The 85 may be the best (technically) but it is an orphan in that it is > incompatible (in a few

Re: [MBZ] Today's 400E Fun/Confusion

Thanks, Karl, PM sent. The typical culprits for these cars, which are nearly identical functionally to the W140s of the same vintage, is bad wiring. However, mine has all been replaced as has the ETA. As for the diagnostics, they’re actually pretty good for this vintage model, and for that

Re: [MBZ] OT Re: Ban the cars

to a gun lockup/storage > area? > > -Curt > > > > > > > On Friday, February 23, 2018, 10:13:27 AM EST, Dan--- via Mercedes > <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > > > Interesting interview on NPR this morning with a scho

Re: [MBZ] OT Re: Ban the cars

Interesting interview on NPR this morning with a school district superintendent in Holiday, TX. Seems they allow firearms by staff and teachers on campus after a psych exam and in-depth training. The personnel who participate in this program are not identified nor are the administrators aware

Re: [MBZ] CL idiot

The demographics for our group cut across a wide swath of socioeconomics. You would see people asking for clothing and stuff on a regular basis, but I had to put a stop to a lot of it, mainly because people would not make specific requests. If you’re not familiar with FreeCycle, one of the

Re: [MBZ] Smokin’

Intake/induction system leaks. I’ve seen it done this way and it’s a great time saver. -D > On Feb 19, 2018, at 2:35 PM, Craig via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > On Mon, 19 Feb 2018 08:03:24 -0500 Dan--- via Mercedes > <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Smokin’

trial version at work > but this will do the same things. Check eBay. > RB > > > Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A > ---- Original message From: Dan--- via Mercedes > <mercedes@okiebenz.com> Date: 2018-02-19 7:03 AM (GMT-06:00) To: Mercedes > List <mercede

[MBZ] Fuse Source

Does anyone have a good source for copper fuses? I was getting them in bulk from a seller on Amazon, but they no longer offer them. There are plenty available but they want stupid prices for them. My former seller sold kits of maybe 50 pieces for around $13.00. -D

Re: [MBZ] Progress!

I bought the pad from FCP Euro. Every pad I’ve ever purchased regardless of supplier was designed to fit out of the box. I don’t ever recall having to trim a hood pad. As for glue removal, you just have to scrape until nothing comes off. Wipe it down with adhesive remover or a solvent that

[MBZ] Smokin’

Thinking about getting a smoke machine for finding leaks. Anyone here have one or experience with a particular brand/type? Thanks! -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

[MBZ] Cake Icing

Almost forgot to mention - I connected my manifold gauge set up to the 400E’s AC system last night and pulled a vacuum in just a minute or two. It was still holding it this morning... -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] FCP Euro

Ordered a hood pad and some other bits and bobs for the 400E from them early yesterday morning. Order had free “economy” shipping as it was over $50. Just got the notification it’s out for delivery today. Nice. -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] It's Arrived!

Which is why I always rode with a full face helmet -D > On Feb 14, 2018, at 3:57 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > You forgot to mention in the teeth/face of people riding motorcycles. They > sting like hail. when you smack them at 70-80. > >> Dan

Re: [MBZ] My ‘71 220

Very nice. I personally prefer dry garages for my cars, too. Can’t imagine what a wet garage would do to them -D > On Feb 14, 2018, at 6:23 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes > wrote: > > Bought new by my parents in 1971 at Helms Brothers dealership in NY. They > picked it

[MBZ] W124 Parts

Anyone have a functioning ash tray assembly and interior rear view mirror for a W124? I don’t care about the condition of the wood on the ash tray, as I’ll be using mine. I just want one that’s functional and opens/closes properly. PM me if you’ve got something, thanks! -D

Re: [MBZ] Bosch

My brother in law has one with the top silverware rack that doesn’t clean well. He said that when this came up during service he was told it was an issue and that the models with the rack on the bottom did a better job. His is probably 6-7 years old now, so maybe it’s an issue they resolved.

[MBZ] 1993 400E

Looks like the car is scheduled to be picked up tomorrow, so it should be here Sunday or Monday at the latest. Now that things are pretty much set, I’ll do the reveal: I paid $650.00 for the car. Pictures to follow upon arrival. -D ___

[MBZ] 1968 MERCEDES BENZ 230 FINTAIL - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle automotive sale

Jaime, go get this! https://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/d/1968-mercedes-benz-230-fintail/6475029288.html Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] OT - lights for the shop/hangar

Wife got me LED fixtures for Christmas to replace the fluorescent ones in the garage. However, I gave her explicit directions and a printout of the ones I wanted. Christmas comes, I see what she got, and it’s some high priced stuff that’s totally enclosed with covers, motion sensing, etc.,

Re: [MBZ] OT: Air fryers

As I understand them the term “air fryer” is a bit misleading. They still use oil, just less of it. Unless I totally misunderstood the process... -D > On Feb 1, 2018, at 12:59 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Any of you cultivated gourmet cooks ever

Re: [MBZ] Facelift 210 wagon

Much the same as the W210. There are a couple of things unique to them, like supercharger bearings and folding top microswitch boots, as with the yellow example, but they’re all minor. Probably the worst thing with the R170 is the crappy plastic they used for the center consoles, in which the

Re: [MBZ] I May Buy This...

W210 quality. Chrysler hadn’t gotten ahold of Daimler at that time. More plastic than earlier models, but these have the reliability and longevity of the W210 chassis’ cars for the most part. 2003 and later were W220 build quality. -D > On Feb 1, 2018, at 10:50 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via

Re: [MBZ] Facelift 210 wagon

I have a first gen (1998) W210 wagon and a second gen (2002) sedan. No problems on these of any significance. Purely “gas and go” cars that require a minimal amount of maintenance and repairs. I got both of my cars last year and haven’t had to do anything to speak of on either outside of

Re: [MBZ] 400E in Greenville, SC -$995.00

or for the 210 for like $40, that is no big deal, or just > grab one at the knackers. > > damn you you are talking me into this. > > Max, feel like an upstate road trip? > > --FT > > >> On 1/31/18 2:18 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> Here’s the CL ad: &

Re: [MBZ] 400E in Greenville, SC -$995.00

ler... or > just catch a ride with her and drive it back... > > --FT > > >> On 1/31/18 1:08 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> I’m going to pass on this car. While I’m confident the ASR issues would be >> easily resolved after researching them in detail, there

[MBZ] 400E in Greenville, SC -$995.00

I’m going to pass on this car. While I’m confident the ASR issues would be easily resolved after researching them in detail, there are a lot of other little niggly bit to be addressed that I fear would just add up to the point where I would have too much money sunk into it for my satisfaction,

Re: [MBZ] 108

When I try to follow the link it fails. -D > On Jan 29, 2018, at 2:44 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Mon, 29 Jan 2018 13:10:16 -0600 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> What do you all think about this one? >> >>

[MBZ] W124 400E w/ASR Light

Looking at a 1993 400E that needs some love. Plenty of maintenance and upkeep, father/son hobby car. It went into “limp home” mode with the ASR light. They took it to their indie, who diagnosed the issue as a bad lower engine harness. Indie subsequently retired while searching for a harness

Re: [MBZ] Pahts

Translation: Pay state taxes to Rick Scott, governor. -D > On Jan 29, 2018, at 1:07 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Sun, 28 Jan 2018 19:03:02 -0500 Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > >> but I would have to toss some baksheesh to Skeletor

Re: [MBZ] Taking rust free cars to Michigan

And put up the Christmas decorations, too! -D > On Jan 29, 2018, at 11:42 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yeah, if I choose the South Haven, Michigan gig I will bring them along and > eventually sell them I reckon. I haven’t lived in snowy environment in many

Re: [MBZ] M119 Oil Pan

Absolutely. I don’t use silicone sealant on anything automotive. Ever. I’ve got a tube of the sealant they recommend for the M103 timing cover seal. That should work, shouldn’t it? Thanks! Dan > On Jan 28, 2018, at 10:55 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Dan

Re: [MBZ] 85 300D Rough Idle

Agreed. With age comes knowledge, however, that knowledge also contributes to your ability to determine whether or not it’s prudent to DIY and accept all possible risks or hire a professional and displace the risk and have one neck to wring if things go south. -D > On Jan 26, 2018, at 9:29

Re: [MBZ] 420SEL?

The W126 420SEL has an M116 V8 that uses the plastic cam oiler tubes that age out and disintegrate (break.). This causes the cam lobes to wear and the engine to run poorly. Sorry for any/all confusion. -D > On Jan 26, 2018, at 9:22 AM, Donald Snook via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] OT sink drain plumbing problem

Brass with chrome plating is the industry standard. As I was told by a local plumber, Kohler’s brass just doesn’t stand up well over time. That being the case, their plating is very high quality - it’s the stuff underneath that has issues. -D > On Jan 26, 2018, at 8:56 AM, Curley McLain via

Re: [MBZ] Rock Auto

gt;> dead. Towed back to the shop and installed a good used one I happened to >>> have lying around.. They refunded my part cost but not the labor. FCP >>> told me Bosch might refund labor but Bosch gave me the runaround. Sucks. >>> >>> On Thu, Jan 25,

Re: [MBZ] 420SEL?

There is some confusion here, partially my fault The M116 is the engine in the 420SEL (W126 chassis), which suffers from camshaft oiled tubes made of plastic which fail and cause excessive cam lobe wear. The M119 engine has oil tubes which feed the lifters. These tubes have end caps that

Re: [MBZ] Rock Auto

e one mile, did some shopping, tried to start -- >> dead. Towed back to the shop and installed a good used one I happened to >> have lying around.. They refunded my part cost but not the labor. FCP >> told me Bosch might refund labor but Bosch gave me the runaround. Sucks

Re: [MBZ] Rock Auto

24 months warranty on Bosch rebuilt starters and alternators. -D > On Jan 25, 2018, at 10:30 AM, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Have had good luck with Rock. Any warranty on the rebuilt starter? > > > > On Jan 25, 2018 6:24 AM, "Curley McLain via Mercedes"

Re: [MBZ] more shed building

I’m confused. Why is there what appears to be an American flag on Canadian soil? -D > On Jan 25, 2018, at 12:05 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > photo attached, is of a shed that I built a year ago. > > 9X12 as that is the maximum size that we are permitted

Re: [MBZ] 420SEL?

The 420 has plastic oiler tubes in the heads which fail/leak/break and cause cam lobes to get worn down due to lack of lubrication. This typically occurs on the right (passenger side) bank first for some reason. Also, if heads have to be removed on this engine the head bolts have a tendency

[MBZ] Rock Auto

Any reason I shouldn’t use Rock Auto for a Bosch reman starter? I’m going to replace the starter in the 97 R129 (SL500) because it’s really starting to get sluggish - at least after I’ve checked the battery and cables - and I found it at Rock Auto for $126.00 plus core and $9.00 for shipping.

Re: [MBZ] OT: DIY Shed framing kit for $42.00

Built a wooden shed for my brother over 30 years ago. Raised floor, standard 2x4 walls, cedar car siding, asphalt tabbed shingle roof with a small loft. I think materials were around $2,000 at the time. Footprint was probably 8’ x 16’? It’s still in service and in good shape. It’s probably

Re: [MBZ] OT: Just when we thought our computers were safe ...

Before everyone panics In a very general sense, these are exploits at the machine language level that require elevated (administrative privileges) to even access them. This means that someone or an application would have to have full (root) access to your system to leverage the

Re: [MBZ] Nice Price or Crack Pipe Mercedes 380SE

Not bad for a $2k car. I say “nice”. -D > On Jan 23, 2018, at 1:37 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks pretty nice > > https://jalopnik.com/at-2-000-could-this-euro-spec-import-1983-mercedes-38-1822293980 > > --FT > > >

Re: [MBZ] 10 Cylinder W140!

I can give you a ride down there. It’s only about 45 minutes away -D > On Jan 23, 2018, at 8:24 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > That looks like a pretty damn nice car. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jan 23, 2018

[MBZ] 10 Cylinder W140!

Rare 10 cylinder W140 diesel: https://sarasota.craigslist.org/ctd/d/1992-mercedes-benz-300-series/6461759097.html -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Kaleb Drive This Home!

Not bad for $3k: https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/cto/d/1991-mercedes-benz-560sel/6456267509.html -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Save the SEC

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