Re: [MBZ] Post Falls SL

I haven't looked at my 450sl's top in awhile, but I believe the plastic is sown in place. Why not remove the stitching, remove the old panel to use as template, and punch the needle holes into the new piece, then hand sow it back in? Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: OK Don

[MBZ] extended cranking e320

are fuel filter, as well as the security device in the key. The car will not start with a valet key, needs to be the fob so I guess there is a sensor near the ignition. Perhaps my fob battery is low, although it opens/closes the doors just fine. Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] extended cranking e320

thought of your sl this morning when it happened, as it was very misty/foggy this morning. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 8:33 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] extended cranking e320

[MBZ] Lock Cylinder Removal

think this might work for me? The no key turning situation came out of no where, and I use the original keys, not cheap copies. Thanks, Dave Wakin ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] Lock Cylinder Removal - UPDATE

, but would rather my original keys work then save $55 for the other one he sells with random key. Looks like I'll drive the 'ol diesel for awhile until the new part arrives. Thanks again Joe for the PDF's you sent me. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Dave Wakin [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] I am back in Paradise

Back at the Okiebenz ranch. Airline lost my bags. Thats just great. They said something about they had a weight problem on the plane. You didn't try and ship back an engine or something in your bags, did ya?

[MBZ] New Purchase - Ford 9N (OT)

there have one of these that could offer advice? Thanks! Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] E320 Oil Filter Canister - cap won't come off

Thanks Tom Dave Wakin 103 589 02 09 00 It was under $20 a few years ago. Works a treat. Tom

[MBZ] E320 Oil Filter Canister - cap won't come off

can't blame anyone else for putting it on too tight - I changed it last year (a whopping 1000 or so miles ago). I have never had problems before getting it off. Thanks for any ideas. Dave Wakin

[MBZ] SRS Light

The SRS light stayed on in my 1997 e320 this morning after I started it. Anyone know of usual cause for the light not to go off? Thanks, Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] SRS Light

No code reader. I am hoping it is something easy (i.e. cheap) to fix. I will check the fuse and wires tonight. Dave Wakin Got a code reader? It should give you some clue about what might be wrong.

[MBZ] bought new car

In the local paper today is a one-owner 1984 300D with 23,000 miles,Charcoal grey color with the grey/black interior for $1,200.00 Just called the guy and bought it over the phone, picking it up tonight. Apparently he is moving to Florida and taking his minivan. Guy kept calling me Don and

Re: [MBZ] 1997 E320

then that, mine has been a good car. Dave Wakin My granddaughter is looking at a 1997 E320 with 90k miles on it. Does anyone have any advice about this model vehicle? The price is $9995.00.

Re: [MBZ] OT House Build Quality

windows, etc but well built. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 1:52 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT House Build Quality I actually only purchase pre owned homes of a certain

Re: [MBZ] [MB] How cold it was

+9 F in Delhi, NY this morning On the bright side, it was 25F in my unheated attached garage, and the 97 e320 started right up. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent

Re: [MBZ] license plate fun

I got quite lucky with my license plates - I live in Delaware County, NY and they issue special DW XXX plates. I have DW plates on all three cars, two of which are sequential and one that is my birthday. Dave Wakin

[MBZ] OT: Battery Gowing Dead in non-MB

this is the probably the battery, or could the alternator be at fault? Thanks, Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] OT: Battery Gowing Dead in non-MB

The battery meter I used does a load test - that is what indicated to charge the battery. Dave Wakin left. (It declines with age.) A real battery tester puts a several-hundred amp load on it and looks at the voltage then.

Re: [MBZ] Paint questions

some new clear over top, blending it it. Then use the paper and buffer to finish. This is assuming you have BC/CC on your car. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, November 17, 2006 3:47 PM Subject: [MBZ] Paint

Re: [MBZ] Idle Speed Control Motor

the hood. It has a 10amp fuse that can go bad, as well as the entire module. I believe other symptoms of this being bad though is the abs light flashing when you first start the car. This is from memory about 3 years ago, and applied to my 420sel. Your car may be different. Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] Mythbusters sub-woofer episode

They used a 126 300SD to run on cooking oil awhile back, would guess they used the same car. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Fmiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes list mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2006 2:25 AM Subject: [MBZ] Mythbusters sub-woofer episode

Re: [MBZ] Anyone with a 300TE?

happened if it didn't sit idle for so long. Gas mileage wasn't bad on it, usually around 20. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: John Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, October 16, 2006 11:00 AM Subject: [MBZ] Anyone

Re: [MBZ] Brrrr! It's Cold and I have no heat

Might be your monovalve - located by the firewall, towards left-center. Last time I changed it, it was a $30 part from Rusty. 4 flat head screws and about 5 minutes to check it. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent

Re: [MBZ] HELP MY KEYBOARD IS STUCK

reboot. Dave Wakin I CAN ONLY SEND MESSAGES IN ALL CAPS. PLEASE HELP.

[MBZ] Carfax please

If someone has a carfax account, would they mind running this for me? 3GKFK16Z33G183706 Thanks! Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] Carfax please

Thanks Kaleb! Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 9:03 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Carfax please Report Run Date: 10/10/2006 Vehicle Description: 3GKFK16Z33G183706

Re: [MBZ] just needs interior

That or theft recovery. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Gary Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 7:59 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] just needs interior I guess removing that interior made it easier to get

[MBZ] OT: Ebay Messages

there, and still don't get a copy. I am still getting my favorite searches emailed to me, as well as my daily status. Just no correspondence between myself and sellers. I have checked my spam blocker on the email account, and it is not catching the emails. Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ebay Messages

I tried a different email address with no improvement. Not sure what else it could be. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, September 29, 2006 1:50 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Ebay

[MBZ] OT: Chimney for wood stove

it into the original a few feet above ground? The existing hole into our living room would be sealed off. Thanks in advance, Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] Columbus CL 1990 300TE

I just sold one, same year with 136K. Mine was black on black, very nice shape. Best I could get was $3300. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, September 13, 2006 10:29 PM Subject

Re: [MBZ] OT: Chimney for wood stove

Thanks Jim. Cleanout is one issue I thought of as well. Have a look at http://www.woodheat.org/ they have some thoughts on chimneys. Outside brickwork is one of their least favorite forms due to several ills and inefficiencies. Best is a metal pipe straight up through the center of the

Re: [MBZ] ***Attn: W-124 Station Wagon owners***

I have one for a 123 wagon - I'll take an offer if anyone is interested. Email me off-list to wakind at delhitel.net Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Walt Lasher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, September 11, 2006 9:49 AM Subject: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] Yes, I am now the king of the SDL

Looks like it still has the trap on it. Nice car though. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Banned List [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Mailing List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, August 31, 2006 7:54 PM Subject: [MBZ] Yes, I am now

Re: [MBZ] Tire changing sucks

, and will scratch them if not careful. Dave Wakin

[MBZ] OT: Volvo issues

My brother-in-law has a 1991 740 Volvo sedan that is starting hard, then dieing once warmed up. Will not re-start until it cools down. He is thinking the coil may be going bad, or one of the many sensors - does anyone have any thoughts as to what the problem may be? Thanks Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] OT: Volvo issues

Thanks Trampas - I will pass this along to him Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Trampas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, August 21, 2006 9:57 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Volvo issues Relay? Volvos are known for having bad

[MBZ] Vegtable Oil Question

I live in upstate NY, and burn fuel oil all winter long to keep warm - can I use vegtable oil in my furnace? Or better yet, used fryer oil? Dave W

Re: [MBZ] Bouncing speedo needle

Had this same problem on my wagon after it sat for the winter - I replaced the cable AND lubed the back of the speedo with Mobil-1. It didn't bounce after that. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes

Re: [MBZ] head bolts, oil consumption

I would take a look at them if I where you. Dave Wakin - Original Message - From: tom tomscat [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 1:26 AM Subject: [MBZ] head bolts, oil consumption Dear List, My 1975 300D 115 chassis is using a lot of oil

Re: [MBZ] brand new 300E owner and have several probs

So how much did you buy this thing for? What was the auction number? Dave

Re: [MBZ] Fw: Alert on Critical Microsoft Messenger ServiceVulnerability

It's on the Ethernet, which is connected to this wireless link. I defy anyone to even find it, much less break in! Just did - I set your sprinklers to come on 4 hours later and turned all your lights on. Oh, and I let your dog out. :) Dave W

Re: [MBZ] test 1

I think you failed - all I got was a picture of some junker 123.. Dave W - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Mailing List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, August 03, 2006 10:57 AM Subject: [MBZ] test 1 -- Kaleb C.

[MBZ] Anyone Have Carfax?

I am buying an suv for the wife and would appreciate a carfax if anyone has an account and can help me out - the vin is 1GKET16S646166672 Thanks Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] Anyone Have Carfax?

that have not been reported to Consumer Guide® or Experian. Please read our full disclaimer. Dave Wakin wrote: I am buying an suv for the wife and would appreciate a carfax if anyone has an account and can help me out - the vin is 1GKET16S646166672 Thanks Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] another Cummins question

Kaleb, If NY is not too far to travel for a good deal, here is a truck you may be interested in: 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 SLT quad cab 4x4 pickup, Cummins Turbo Diesel, automatic, air, cruise, tilt, power windows locks, power seat, cd, 35,000 miles, like new, factory warranty, $29995.00 I

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum pump questions

Check ebay - they sell all kinds of fuel mileage enhancement devices. Magnets, turbines for your intake, secret devices, etc. :) Dave W Now, somebody tell me how to double my fuel mileage. My old 124 diesel (now OK Don's) got 34 mpg. This beast of a car gets 20-21.

Re: [MBZ] Electrical Theory

or your alternator was on it's way out, and killed the battery. - Original Message - From: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, July 27, 2006 3:13 PM Subject: [MBZ] Electrical Theory I have a theory about alternators and

Re: [MBZ] new eBay shipping fraud-update

Did the auction state actual shipping or was it flat rate? A lot of times, to avoid eBay fees, the seller inflates the shipping and states it is fixed. They only pay fees based on the selling price, not shipping. I always consider shipping as part of my bid price for comparable items and bid

[MBZ] OT - Brake Question

culprit? Thanks Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] OT - Brake Question

Thanks Jim. Dave - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, July 21, 2006 1:09 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Brake Question I have a 2001 Yukon XL 4X4 that the wife usually drives. I took a trip to the

Re: [MBZ] the same old refrain...

On your Honda TRX, I believe their is an adjustment screw for the clutch on the side of the engine under a plastic cap. I had one years ago, and seem to remember adjusting it once for the same issue. Also had a 250SX three-wheeler that had it for sure. Dave Wakin - Original Message

[MBZ] Speedomter Lube

Our 1990 300TE that I put a new speedo cable in a few weeks ago is starting to shake a little - what type of lube should I use on the cluster? Thanks Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] Speedomter Lube

Can I use that on the speedo collar where the cable plugs in? Thanks Dave - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, July 14, 2006 11:53 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Speedomter Lube Our 1990 300TE that I put a

Re: [MBZ] Speedomter Lube

Thanks Jim Dave - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, July 14, 2006 12:51 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Speedomter Lube Can I use that on the speedo collar where the cable plugs in? I do! -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] 30?

So...I changed the oil today and, as I was laying on the driveway resting while the oil drained out, I noticed for the first time a big 30 stamped on the left side of my engine. What the heck is that? How old the engine will be next year! Those German engineers - they think of everything.

Re: [MBZ] Teflon Tape

I am pretty sure you don't want to use Teflon tape if it is near a heat source. Dave W - Original Message - From: John Ingram [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: New MBZ List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, July 06, 2006 1:36 PM Subject: [MBZ] Teflon Tape I am trying to fix a fuel system

Re: [MBZ] 107 Subframe Question

I had emailed the guy who had the car for sale (1985 380SL), and this is what he had to say: The subframe was updated in 1979 and the last of the 450SLs and all 380/560 |R107's have the updated subframe. I called my old mechanic in Virginia and he says the R107 subframes that MB is shipping now

Re: [MBZ] 107 Subframe Question

I had emailed the guy who had the car for sale (1985 380SL), and this is what he had to say: The subframe was updated in 1979 and the last of the 450SLs and all 380/560 |R107's have the updated subframe. I called my old mechanic in Virginia and he says the R107 subframes that MB is shipping

Re: [MBZ] Amazing July specials from BuyMBparts.com

I put in into excel, then made a PDF of it. Not sure if attachments will = work, but the 3 minutes it took to make it readable sure helped me. Dave W that is exactly what i did. this doesn't work, huh? better ideas? On 6/21/06, Steve MacSween [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: on 6/21/06 12:26

Re: [MBZ] air tanks

You may be able to find an old furnace expansion tank - used to regulate water pressure in a water-based heating system. If you know anyone in the heating business, I would ask them. I found a rather large one in our basement ceiling that had been left in place when a newer one was installed

Re: [MBZ] OT: Grand Cherokee for Toyota Compact pick-up swap

Johnny, Here is one not to far away from you - needs some work and not 4x4 though. Dave W http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1995-Toyota-Tacoma-Passenger-side-Damage-2WD_W0QQitemZ4646255678QQihZ002QQcategoryZ6439QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem In light of the fact that I will be building soon, I am looking

Re: [MBZ] need advice A possibly entertaining story.

I had a similar trip to VA to pick up a 87 300SDL I bought years ago. It was February when I went down, and I too discovered as I headed north home to NY that I had no heat. I watched the outside temp gauge go from around 50 in southern VA to -2 when I got home. I shivered for hours. Dave W

Re: [MBZ] '72 350SL

I am interested as well if you decided not to buy it. Dave W Let me know if you're just tire-kicking and don't intend to buy either car. Handsome finder's fee to you. I'm due for another adventure. Still staying close to the phone(my pocket, Ha) due to my stand-by status. Johnny B. I

Re: [MBZ] '92 300TE: Any concerns specific to the engine on these?

I have a 1990 with 138K on it. Runs good but the little things are starting to go on it (muffler, idler arm, etc). Nice car though and decent gas mileage (we get around 20) Dave W - Original Message - From: Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] '92 300TE: Any concerns specific to the engine on these?

] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, May 22, 2006 12:30 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] '92 300TE: Any concerns specific to the engine on these? What sort of mileage do you see on extended highway trips? On 5/22/06, Dave Wakin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nice car though and decent

Re: [MBZ] DIY tire repair

I bought the Harbor Freight Portable Tire Changer for $36 through the Inside Track Club and their tire spreader for $20. I have the HF Tire changer, and although it does work, it is HARD on your wheels. If you don't mind your wheels getting all scratched up, it is good. I also figure

Re: [MBZ] Brake issues on a 3/4 ton Suburban

Perhaps a front caliber is not engaging? Have you tried bleeding the brakes? Have you changed the brake fluid? Dave W - Original Message - From: kayoooh @ gmail [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 28, 2006 4:29 AM Subject: [MBZ] Brake issues on a 3/4 ton

[MBZ] wanna see some rust?

Good 'ole Salt belt 450sl: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1980-Mercedes-Benz-450sl-Parts-Car_W0QQitemZ4633792134QQcategoryZ6331QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Re: [MBZ] Toyota eyesore

Has anyone seen one of the new suburban / yukons? It took me a few times, but now when I see one, all I see is a Ford Expedition. Dave W

Re: [MBZ] hello?

I'm not here either :) - Original Message - From: Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, April 11, 2006 2:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] hello? Luther Gulseth wrote: anyone out there??? NO Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who

Re: [MBZ] Repacking CV joints

Here is one on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Astoria-Rapid-Flexx-CV-Boot-Gun-NEW-NEVER-USED_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ34999QQitemZ4628646042QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW - Original Message - From: Russ Williams [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent:

[MBZ] anyone want a 79 6.9?

http://newyork.craigslist.org/jsy/car/148841246.html

Re: [MBZ] Spotted 190E for sale

Johnson, Nancy 856 11-1/2 St SW Rochester, MN 55902 Courtesy of anywho.com's reverse lookup feature. Dave W If anyone is SERIOUSLY interested, I could ask the guy. But otherwise, I don't think I'd feel like hassling him. And why is it that everybody always forgets to say _where_ these

Re: [MBZ] Parts 92 300TE in MA

If you pick that car up, I would be interested in the rear bumper off it. Dave W Wow, that's really tempting. How hard to take my 300TD drive train and fit it to that 92 chassis? Might have to call on it for the int/ext colors. It's about 25 minutes from my sister's place in Braintree..

Re: [MBZ] 82 300D-T running hot after acid flush

. The other thing I should mention is that I am using water for coolant right now as I track down MB Coolant. Not sure if that would explain my problem. Seems unlikely since it was working fine. Um, I think you found the problem - water can not cool an engine by itself - you need a 50/50

Re: [MBZ] OT: 300E stalling intermittently..

Any ideas where to begin? I seem to recall that the car has about 160k miles on the clock. I had a 190e that wouldn't idle - ended up being a vacuum line on the throttle body that had come loose. I know it's not the same problem or even engine, but maybe worth a look. Dave W

Re: [MBZ] driveshaft removal for towing

Remember to mark the drive shaft so you can re-install it the same way. Otherwise, it will not be balanced. Dave W Hello everyone! A 1979 300CD may be following us home on Sunday. Due to lack of an extra driver and since it has a cracked-up windshield that may be unsafe, we're planning on

[MBZ] 124 Wagon Steering - Possible Bad Power Steering Pump

I did the side-to-side wheel test again and it feels stiff again. Not sure what else to check - maybe the PS Filter? I figured I would change that and the fluid and go from there, but I am not sure I am looking at the right peice in the puzzle. Thanks in advance, Dave Wakin

Re: [MBZ] 124 Wagon Steering - Possible Bad Power Steering Pump

and moved the plastic piece inside the reservoir, the steering seemed to be much better (didn't drive, just moved wheels side to side). Thanks Dave Wakin this car is the 1990 300TE with 137K PS pumps fail. Sometimes by leaking and sometimes by not pumping. I could IMAGINE it pumping okay when

Re: [MBZ] 124 Wagon Steering - Possible Bad Power Steering Pump

Steering Pump Dave Wakin wrote: Thanks for the reply Marshall - The car has never been in an accident and the problem doesn't seem to be temperature related as it did it on the way to work today (about 20 or so out). I will check the ball joints. Would a clogged filter do this? What has me

Re: [MBZ] OT: SWMBA was... Re: 1983 300SD continued

I've been trying to guess what SWMBA stands for myself - and have gotten nowhere. Can someone spell it out for me so I can go Oh, yeah now I get it Thanks Dave W

Re: [MBZ] Cheap 190D with siezed engine

anti-seize? On 3/21/06, Dave Wakin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-190-D-1984_W0QQitemZ4622686730 Seller says engine is siezed - has just over 80K on the clock. Any thoughts as to why it will not turn over? Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive

Re: [MBZ] Ot Need a favour in SF Bay area

Not knowing what is being picked up, this may or not help you, but you can have fedex or ups do a pick up at the location - only costs a few dollars more then to drop it off at shipping center. I have bought quite a few ebay items from sellers who didn't want to ship, but were fine with having

Re: [MBZ] Cheap paint booth

I use my garage, but only after using some heavy mill plastic to make a spray both. I usually wet the floor down as well. I have sprayed an entire car this way, but the fumes get pretty heavy. Dave W Is that not what the garage is for? You should see the overspray on stuff in my garage.

Re: [MBZ] MELT?

How about CLR - Calcium, Lime, and Rust remover. If I recall my chemistry correctly, you want some liquid which is acidic in nature a Ph of 7 or much less is better. This will dissolve the metal/rust etc.. Hopefully, the rings causing the problem will dissolve before the other metals

Re: [MBZ] Project 240D in Oregon

Can't the degree of chain stretch be measure by holding the chain horizontal and measuring how many degrees it bends? I always thought that was the real degree of chain stretch anyway, and this figure is kind of backed into by the marks on cam and crank by measuring the length? If this is the

Re: [MBZ] Off Topic - FloLogic, was keeping warm

Where did you get that Harry? Thanks Dave W I installed a Flologic water circuit breaker in the main water line coming into the house. Any water outlet running for more than 20 minutes (adjustable) and the Flologic shuts off the main line. If you go out of town and push the away button,

[MBZ] Test

I know I am setting myself up for the ol pass or fail response, but I wanted to make sure my new email address works. Feel free to BZZ Dave W

Re: [MBZ] Test

Looks like I passed... Guess as long as my email doesn't contain Gabriel in it, Kaleb lets it through. Still trying to figure out, since Gabriel was sooo smart, why he would use his name in the yahoo address and try to re-subscribe. I guess [EMAIL PROTECTED] was already taken. Dave W

Re: [MBZ] 124 rear window defroster timer

I don't know where the timer function of the switch is located, but I would assume it is part of the actual switch. If so, I would think you could just get a rear light vanity switch from Kaleb and change it with the defroster switch. Or, just use your current rear vanity light switch with the

Re: [MBZ] $100 MB diesel update

Hard to remember who's cheap diesel these posts are for - Luther has an 83 240D, paid $150, wants to use ATF instead of diesel, and has a date tonight. Kevin has a 74 (73) 220D, paid $100, and we don't know what he is doing tonight. Is this right? Dave W - Original Message -

Re: [MBZ] $100 1974 240D too good to be true?

I don't think you can go wrong for 100 bucks.. Dave W - Original Message - From: Kevin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, February 09, 2006 3:39 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] $100 1974 240D too good to be true? On Thu, Feb 09, 2006 at

Re: [MBZ] SLC with two VINs

That car has definitely had some paint work done to it. You can see where they masked off the VIN plate on the door (as well as the other info labels), and where they sanded (or stripped) the VIN plate on the radiator hose. There is also some peeling by the radiator VIN plate, as well as on

Re: [MBZ] my latest plunder

Yes we do 1971 280C 1972 280SE 1976 240D stick 1979 450SEL 1987 420SEL 1989 420SEL you dont want to know how much for the package deal

Re: [MBZ] Shes about to blow captain

Had a tire like that on my 82 300SD. I was about 100 miles from home when I noticed it, so I put the spare on and put the bubbled tire in the trunk. Sometime between when I changed it and going to get a new one, it had exploded while sitting in the trunk. Blew the steel belts out quite nicely.

Re: [MBZ] Here we go again

Gotta wipe the dust off this guys user account Welcome back John Dave Wakin Delhi, NY

Re: [MBZ] It's a Gas

Here's one for less money w/ less miles...it is a few years older though http://newyork.craigslist.org/que/car/124133888.html Dave W

Re: [MBZ] 124 parts

car-parts.com is a good place to look for used auto parts. Not sure on shipping though, or color. Dave W - Original Message - From: Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2006 3:28 PM Subject: [MBZ] 124 parts I'm

Re: [MBZ] 124 parts

www.car-parts.com goes to car-part.com Just looked for you - if you use the 300e, there are many pages, cheapest is $50 Dave W - Original Message - From: Dave Wakin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2006 4:01 PM Subject: Re

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