Re: [MBZ] OT: Welding day

2007-12-29 Thread dave walton
*Anyone* can do a decent mig weld the same day they first try it. Tig actually requires some coordination. Start off with an old brake rotor and move your way down to a coffee can. Thinner materials are harder to weld. With a Mig welder and a plasma cutter, you can do about anything. -Dave

Re: [MBZ] OT, computer supplies

2007-12-28 Thread dave walton
HD TV. Add a TV Tuner and/or HDTV tuner to get on-air broadcasts. XP Media Center Edition limits you to 4 tuners, Vista only does 2. 500Gb Sata drives are $90. I happen to be putting one of these together this week. -Dave Walton On Dec 28, 2007 10:58 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin (CAT) [EMAIL PROTECTED

[MBZ] FYI: Pick-N-Pull / Half Price Sale!! All Parts!!

2007-12-28 Thread dave walton
We're Exploding Our Prices for the New Year! 4 Day New Year's Eve Sale! Half Price Sale!! All Parts!! Saturday December 29 thru Tuesday January 1! IT DOESN'T GET ANY BETTER THAN THIS! EVERY PART FOR SALE IS HALF OFF! GO TO http://www.picknpull.com FOR THE LOCATION CLOSEST YOU. AND DON'T

Re: [MBZ] OT: Welding day

2007-12-28 Thread dave walton
Accidentally flashing yourself becomes much harder as well when you line things up if the helmet is already in place. Remember to cover all exposed skin and keep pets away. -Dave Walton On Dec 28, 2007 6:45 PM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Alex Chamberlain wrote: Oh and for you

Re: [MBZ] OT, computer supplies

2007-12-28 Thread dave walton
straightforward. Getting them to do HD is right at the limit of the current processing power. You don't need a quad-core, but you do need a dual-core. But that's only because Windoze (especially Vista) is a hog and needs one core just to keep track of itself. -Dave Walton On Dec 28, 2007 8:19 PM

Re: [MBZ] OT: Welding day

2007-12-28 Thread dave walton
an arc. -Dave Walton On Dec 28, 2007 11:14 PM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've heard that the self-darkening shields do allow a momentary flash when you first strike the arc, extended use can lead to a dry eye feeling due to the repeated, but short, UV exposure. Allan On Dec 28

Re: [MBZ] Harrowing and or Hilarious driving stories

2007-12-22 Thread dave walton
and immediately exert maximum braking force on all four wheels and electronically release the accelerator. It's quite something to experience. -Dave Walton On Dec 21, 2007 3:24 PM, Fmiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: archer writes: It's only logical that with nearly all cars being

Re: [MBZ] Harbor Freight multimeter

2007-12-21 Thread dave walton
For $5 you can get one with a backlight. Helps much if you are stuck in the dark: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=92020 -Dave Walton On Dec 21, 2007 10:33 AM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Harbor Freight is currently running the $2.99 special

Re: [MBZ] generator

2007-12-17 Thread dave walton
If you are not planning to have it inspected you can use 3 wires. Hot, Hot, Neutral. Throw in a ground to be safer and legal if you want. -Dave Walton On Dec 17, 2007 9:23 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: AH HA. Thats kind of what I was thinking. The neighbor next door

Re: [MBZ] generator

2007-12-17 Thread dave walton
, once they reach 100-110F for any length of time failure is imminent. My experience with this is limited to server room backup power supplies where we scan the breaker temperature weekly. -Dave Walton On Dec 17, 2007 11:24 AM, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've never heard of anyone having

Re: [MBZ] Another Generator Question

2007-12-17 Thread dave walton
Would that not invite the lightening strike on your outbuilding to enter your house rather than be dissipated at the point of impact? The path of least resistance is your house. Is that a good thing? -Dave Walton On Dec 17, 2007 4:44 PM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So, if I have

Re: [MBZ] Another Generator Question

2007-12-17 Thread dave walton
Lightening is nothing if not unpredictable. Would you settle for a frame ground at the remote generator site that is not connected to neutral? -Dave Walton On Dec 17, 2007 4:58 PM, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: One ground for one service drop. The NEC and other standards dictate

Re: [MBZ] GRRRRR!

2007-12-16 Thread dave walton
yes, Ohms = Volts / Amps, Amps = Volts/Ohms, Volts = Ohms/Amps You need to measure the resistance of the cable, then measure the voltage difference from the same points when current is flowing. -Dave Walton On Dec 16, 2007 6:08 AM, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Will this also check how

Re: [MBZ] GRRRRR!

2007-12-16 Thread dave walton
problems and in practice is a real PITA... You can get close enough with a cheap multimeter to diagnose basic problems - maybe +- 5 amps. -Dave Walton On Dec 16, 2007 11:21 AM, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Will this also check how much current draw the starter is taking

Re: [MBZ] 99 430E tranny fluid check

2007-12-14 Thread dave walton
Mercedes sells a tool to check the fluid level. It's basically a 4' flexible shaft with a plastic level guide on the end. You shove it in until it bottoms out, then extract and read the level. -Dave Walton On 12/14/07, wilton strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Other than a trip to the stealer

Re: [MBZ] 99 430E

2007-12-14 Thread dave walton
screwdriver until it comes out the bottom side, then lift the cap off. Reinsert the insert from the top when reinstalling the cap. Beveled end goes in first. It is keyed. -Dave Walton On Dec 14, 2007 6:07 PM, wilton strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: How 'bout an E430, or does my friend not know

Re: [MBZ] 99 430E

2007-12-14 Thread dave walton
news is that they started using spacers on the pan bolts so you can't overtighten them like on earlier models. Better to suck out what you can and change the fluid now rather than waiting till spring. Hope this helps... -Dave Walton On Dec 14, 2007 6:57 PM, dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

Re: [MBZ] 99 430E

2007-12-14 Thread dave walton
an issue with them moving around when placed inside. -Dave Walton On Dec 14, 2007 7:34 PM, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have bought some of those little rare earth magnets that are strong as can be -- would one of those epoxied to the outside do OK? Not that I have an E to worry about

Re: [MBZ] 5 speed anything diesel?

2007-12-10 Thread dave walton
99 E300 has a 5-speed. But it's auto... -Dave Walton On Dec 10, 2007 5:17 PM, Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 190D, W124 (or is it 201?) 300D? Anything? Asking for a friend... Thanks, Chris Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri -1985 300SD, 369K km, Wulf

Re: [MBZ] I'll be gone for awhile

2007-12-09 Thread dave walton
Hurry back. And thanks again for the 87 SDL. Nice car! -Dave Walton On Dec 9, 2007 6:36 PM, Peter T. Arnold [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Although I'm CURRENTLY Benzless, I still lust after a perfect 240D manny Tranny. Right now, I'm focused on another round of surgery that will have me down

Re: [MBZ] hard wiring glow plugs

2007-12-07 Thread dave walton
not seen either in years. -Dave Walton On Dec 7, 2007 11:14 AM, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: W123 240D. If you have a clamp-on DC ammeter, and you really should for long-term care and feeding of these beasts, you can check the plug currents to see that they're all about the same

Re: [MBZ] Sunil's 240D

2007-12-03 Thread dave walton
Is that condition of vehicle more likely to get a better price on eBay? -Dave Walton On Dec 3, 2007 10:13 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thats not a car to flip, thats a car to part out. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730-Tulsa FSBO Supervisor - Original

Re: [MBZ] Sunil's 240D - Craigs List question

2007-12-03 Thread dave walton
Is there any way to do a keyword search of all Craigs List nationwide? -Dave Walton On Dec 3, 2007 10:43 AM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Is that condition of vehicle more likely to get a better price on eBay? From what I see, everything

Re: [MBZ] Sunil's 240D - Craigs List question

2007-12-03 Thread dave walton
That's much better. I see one frame for each local Craigslist result. Any way to filter out the frames that return no data from the search? Thanks -Dave Walton On Dec 3, 2007 11:01 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.crazedlist.org/ --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox

Re: [MBZ] Changing glow plugs?

2007-11-29 Thread dave walton
meter reacts to that one and go from there. -Dave Walton On 11/29/07, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dave H... [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Could you please elaborate on the resistance comment for testing glow plugs? is there a ohm reading that states the glow plug is acceptable

Re: [MBZ] OT 87 Ford F350

2007-11-27 Thread dave walton
I have a diesel 6.9 F250 4-speed manual. It gets 13-14 mpg when empty. 13-14 mpg when full, and 13-14 mpg when pulling a 4-ton Bobcat. Overall, I'd say it gets 13-14 mpg. -Dave Walton On Nov 27, 2007 9:56 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin (CAT) [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What kind of HP does a 87 6.9 have

Re: [MBZ] VW TDi question

2007-11-27 Thread dave walton
Tell him he should ask the dealer to go for a ride on his new boat. I suspect it's a big one. My sister-in-law has 2 TDI's. The fuel filters cost $30, Air Flow sensor is $100. -Dave Walton On Nov 27, 2007 10:41 AM, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A brother sent me the following query

Re: [MBZ] VW TDi question

2007-11-27 Thread dave walton
a real PITA to work on. Everything is squeezed in with very little room to work. I much prefer the MB's. -Dave Walton On Nov 27, 2007 10:41 AM, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A brother sent me the following query regarding his VW TDi: I had my VW Beetle TDi serviced at 105,000 miles

[MBZ] Ghurka

2007-11-26 Thread dave walton
http://motorblog.blogtvbrasil.com.br/pesados?p=2 Smart monster truck, Ghurka armored vehicle, park your Mercedes in your motorhome. Too bad it's not in english. -Dave Walton On Nov 26, 2007 10:12 AM, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ghurka? Tell us more, Oh world traveller At 09:08 AM

Re: [MBZ] I am in the middle of nowhere

2007-11-23 Thread dave walton
I had heard a rumor many years ago that the railroads leased space in their existing underground conduit when fiber optics first started making it big. anyone know if that's true or just more bullshit I picked up along the way? -Dave Walton On Nov 23, 2007 10:46 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I

Re: [MBZ] gmail question some of you might know the answer to

2007-11-20 Thread dave walton
and look at the logs to verify that the destination mailserver accepted the message. You won't be able to tell what it did with it. Some are set to generate a return email if it was blocked as spam or if the recipient could not be resolved, but you have no control over that. -Dave Walton On Nov 20

Re: [MBZ] New refrigerant

2007-11-19 Thread dave walton
That's exactly what they said about gasoline ~100 years ago. -Dave Walton On Nov 19, 2007 9:34 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Would be nasty in a car. An accident hard enogh to rupture the system would make the entire accident scene unapproachable to emergancy services. Pete

Re: [MBZ] google can't find this address

2007-11-16 Thread dave walton
Looks like a million+ dollar house from the Google maps satellite image. But then maybe spreads like that are cheap in Georgia? -Dave Walton On Nov 16, 2007 12:41 PM, dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: North west of Monticello. Same zip code. Don't know if that's the right place. Delorme

Re: [MBZ] google can't find this address

2007-11-16 Thread dave walton
That will NEVER happen unless I somehow acquire another X chromosome or stand to close to the paper shredder, turn my head, and cough. Street Atlas 2003 pulled up that address. Off route 221 south of Stewart. -Dave Walton On Nov 16, 2007 12:18 PM, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

Re: [MBZ] google can't find this address

2007-11-16 Thread dave walton
North west of Monticello. Same zip code. Don't know if that's the right place. Delorme Street Atlas has royally screwed me before... -Dave Walton On Nov 16, 2007 12:38 PM, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: is that even near monticello georgia? On Nov 16, 2007 12:30 PM, dave walton [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] New refrigerant

2007-11-16 Thread dave walton
The net effect overall is removal, but they do produce it depending where it is in the daily cycle - they give off CO2 at night. Technically, the scenic mist seen in the mountains early in the morning is smog. -Dave Walton On Nov 16, 2007 11:38 AM, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: LarryT

Re: [MBZ] google can't find this address

2007-11-16 Thread dave walton
Eagle Drive does not match the Zip+4 GPS coordinates. -Dave Walton On Nov 16, 2007 1:56 PM, Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Try 122 Eagle Dr Monticello, GA 31064 Looks like a nice neighborhood. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Cheap Rodbender

2007-11-15 Thread dave walton
BT, WRONG! Gravity is working against you. If it were to move, it would drop back in the pan. -Dave Walton On 11/15/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Or the key would need to wedge in the screen and work back and forth as the engine was started and stopped

Re: [MBZ] Cheap Rodbender

2007-11-14 Thread dave walton
A woodruf key left in the oil pan at the MB factory finally worked its way into the oil pump, jamming it. In order for that to happen, the screen just inside the oil intake would have to fall out. Unlikely. -Dave Walton On 11/14/07, Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Oil pump failure

Re: [MBZ] Soy Oil

2007-11-12 Thread dave walton
Meanwhile, the rest of us are paying at least $3 less per gallon of fuel. My 94S350 has over 50,000mi on 100% WVO in the summer and thinned WVO in the winter. Wait another few years and I'll have one 100,000mi or more statistic for you. -Dave Walton On 11/12/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

Re: [MBZ] Soy Oil

2007-11-11 Thread dave walton
I run 50/50 waste canola oil and diesel all winter in Cleveland, Ohio. It's good to at least -5F. The 87SDL ran 100% WVO all summer with no mods to the car whatsoever. -Dave Walton On 11/11/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just stopped by Sams Club priced soy oil. $15.78 - 35

Re: [MBZ] rodbender question

2007-11-08 Thread dave walton
there was no way to grind off enough metal to match the weight of the other rods. Probably should have replaced all of them - but there are about 20 other things that should have been replaced as well which would have cost $1000's more. When it finally dies I will put in a new engine. -Dave Walton On 11/8/07, R

Re: [MBZ] rodbender question

2007-11-08 Thread dave walton
of 1 :-). -Dave Walton On 11/8/07, Kaleb C. Striplin (CAT) [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Will a compression or leak down test show bent rods etc? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730-Tulsa FSBO Supervisor ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-08 Thread dave walton
According to How It's Made produced in Canada, they use both natural gas and the anodes. It's shown on the Discovery Channel here. -Dave Walton On 11/8/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Steel recycling does not use fuel directly. They load a crucible with scrap and then lower a set

Re: [MBZ] 126 wanted

2007-11-07 Thread dave walton
Yep. We will soon look back on these as The good old days - when gas was under $5/gallon. -Dave Walton On 11/7/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: yea, but oil doesnt usually get this high this time of year, it usually goes down. We are screwed. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox

Re: [MBZ] Winter wheels/tires questions and suggestions?

2007-11-07 Thread dave walton
I like the Blizzak's. But to be honest, I have not tried anything else for the last decade or so. You need 4 of them - assuming that stopping is a priority. -Dave Walton On 11/7/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I can't believe i am actually thinking about this after living in the warm

Re: [MBZ] 126 wanted

2007-11-07 Thread dave walton
operational refinery will be producing diesel. They can't crack all of it into lighter products. -Dave Walton On 11/7/07, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah, diesel has outpaced gas here also - we paid $3.17/g a couple of days ago/ I wonder if the refineries producing diesel have shutdown fr

Re: [MBZ] 603 engine wanted

2007-11-06 Thread dave walton
If he wants to sell it, let me know. I've been wanting to try putting a non-603 engine in a rodbender chassis. I'd prefer a W140, but a long body SDL would be nice too. Thanks -Dave Walton On 11/5/07, Fmiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There's a fellow down the road a piece who is needing

Re: [MBZ] OT, TV's

2007-10-26 Thread dave walton
wall mount helps too: http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product.aspx?Prodid=11097803whse=BCtopnav=browse=lang=en-USs=1 -Dave Walton On 10/26/07, Kaleb C. Striplin (CAT) [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: OK, so my 60 big screen has been giving me trouble lately. I bought it in '99 and its not high def, so

Re: [MBZ] OT, TV's

2007-10-26 Thread dave walton
old and everything may have changed again by now. -Dave Walton On 10/26/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have a slot above my fire place that is for a TV. My current one is a floor model so we dont use it for that now, want soemthing to set up there. The thing that bothers

Re: [MBZ] OT, TV's

2007-10-26 Thread dave walton
signal. -Dave Walton On 10/26/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: OK, so what is 1080? Now will a regular DVD in a regular DVD player played on a HDTV have a much better pic that on a regular TV? If I got a HDTV, I would probably have to get the dish network HD package

Re: [MBZ] OT, TV's

2007-10-26 Thread dave walton
Sister-in-law has a standard LCD projector that they they watch TV on. Had it a year when the bulb burned out. $300 for a replacement bulb. I'll go for brain plug when it comes out. I'll need it cause I won't be able to see shit by then. -Dave Walton On 10/26/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] OT, TV's - Add DirectTV

2007-10-26 Thread dave walton
I would anticipate problems getting a VCR to work with a HDtv signal. If the DTV box is putting out a signal for a standard TV, then I don't see a problem. My VCR does not recognize the higher numbered HDtv channels, but it is way old. -Dave Walton On 10/26/07, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

Re: [MBZ] WiFi in win2k

2007-10-12 Thread dave walton
Network Stumbler can be useful. -Dave Walton On 10/12/07, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You'll need the driver and management s/w from IBM for that card On 10/11/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just purchased a new internal WiFi card for my ThinkPad R32. After updating

Re: [MBZ] Diesel values still inflated?

2007-10-01 Thread dave walton
Hey, I resemble that remark. Most of the Veggie-Oilers are using WV Jetta's from what I have seen. They are too cheap to even consider a Mercedes. -Dave Walton On 10/1/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Im sure we will start seeing cars that were probably pretty nice when

Re: [MBZ] 300SD Fuel Line

2007-09-26 Thread dave walton
prefer spring clamps because they apply constant pressure as the metal tubing expands and contracts, and as the softer tubing deforms over time. When I've used worm-gear hose clamps, I've had to go back and tighten them up every year or so. If you don't overlap, use compression fittings. -Dave Walton

Re: [MBZ] 300SD Fuel Line

2007-09-26 Thread dave walton
Those Oetiker clamps look good. I'll give them a try. Thanks Tom. -Dave Walton On 9/26/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This is the hard line that runs all the way to the front? If so then the tech is correct. I'd suggest that you crimp with good clamps, like stainless steel Oetiker

Re: [MBZ] 300SD Fuel Line

2007-09-26 Thread dave walton
the page and show it to the local store, they will match the price. -Dave Walton On 9/26/07, Fred Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would be able to replace the complete line with Nylon 6 tubing if I follow your logic. I'd prefer this to patching. --- dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

Re: [MBZ] 126 chassis front spring removal ..

2007-09-26 Thread dave walton
Would something like this work? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Troy-1-Ton-Hydraulic-Coil-Strut-Spring-Compressor-Kit_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ35625QQihZ003QQitemZ130155502475QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW -Dave Walton On 9/26/07, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Rusty Cullens wrote: You

Re: [MBZ] 126 chassis front spring removal ..

2007-09-26 Thread dave walton
. Or they sold out. -Dave Walton On 9/26/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: No. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday

Re: [MBZ] 126 chassis front spring removal ..

2007-09-26 Thread dave walton
opinion... -Dave Walton On 9/26/07, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: mess with a spring under high pressure, and your demise might be sooner than you think. i once removed a spring from a VW rabbit front strut with a $9 spring compressor. scariest thing i've ever done. On 9/26/07, George

Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP

2007-09-25 Thread dave walton
. You may find it advantageous to start taking a quadruple dose of the laxative of your choice before you need it. I don't mean to get too personal, but wish someone had told me before I found out the hard way - so to speak... -Dave Walton On 9/25/07, Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

Re: [MBZ] 1996 W210 E300D diesel leak, any suggstions(DR.BOOTH HELP)

2007-09-24 Thread dave walton
I could find. -Dave Walton On 9/24/07, Vik Momjian [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just aquired a 1996 W210 E300D 197k miles everything is in FANTASTIC condition . One thing i notice is a slow diesel leak which seems to originate from the IP. Not very sure if it is in fact the IP since

[MBZ] W140 1994 S350 Idle problem.

2007-09-24 Thread dave walton
ever since. Any ideas? Thanks -Dave Walton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman

Re: [MBZ] The evil broken lug bolt on my 300 SDL

2007-09-24 Thread dave walton
Plasma cutter? -Dave Walton On 9/23/07, Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Its still not out, but here is my story. I twisted the head off after spending about 2 hours trying to avoid that. I did the military drill with an impact wrench, left-right, left -right, I used Kroil and tried

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5kW Chinese Genset

2007-09-20 Thread dave walton
You don't need anything fancy to control the excitation voltage. I've seen everything from a diode and a resistor, to a microprocessor board with fuzzy logic that also controls the throttle. Here is a basic troubleshooting guide: http://utterpower.com/Trouble.htm -Dave Walton On 9/20/07, Jim

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5kW Chinese Genset

2007-09-20 Thread dave walton
FYI - I have a 15kw China Genset and get 15 ohms between the rings on the rotor. I show no reading (infinite resistance) between the rotor winding and ground. -Dave Walton On 9/20/07, dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You don't need anything fancy to control the excitation voltage. I've

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5kW Chinese Genset

2007-09-20 Thread dave walton
to avoid disconnecting the excitation voltage then the thing is spinning. -Dave Walton On 9/20/07, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You don't need anything fancy to control the excitation voltage. I've seen everything from a diode and a resistor, to a microprocessor board with fuzzy

Re: [MBZ] 4MATIC trans fluid?

2007-09-18 Thread dave walton
The irony is that she bought the 91 wagon because her diesel Jetta is having transmission problems. At least the whole Mercedes cost less than the rebuilt transmission for the Jetta. Who was it that said the most expensive car you can buy is a cheap Mercedes? -Dave Walton On 9/18/07, Mitch Haley

Re: [MBZ] 4MATIC trans fluid?

2007-09-18 Thread dave walton
Does the transfer case have it's own fluid separate from the transmission? If so, is it okay to use the same ATF? Thanks -Dave Walton On 9/18/07, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 9/18/07, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: dave walton wrote: Any suggestions what to look

Re: [MBZ] 4MATIC trans fluid?

2007-09-18 Thread dave walton
Is that the self leveling suspension thing? How many frigging fluids are in this beast? -Dave Walton On 9/18/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well it takes SLS hydraulic fluid. Im not sure if it also has a seperate lubrication but it is controlled/activated by the SLS

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5kW Chinese Genset

2007-09-17 Thread dave walton
://www.timken.com/products/bearings/) if and when you need to. The Chinese ST generator heads have been known to last for decades of constant use with little maintenance. -Dave Walton On 9/17/07, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I pulled the other end off the generator's housing, which required

Re: [MBZ] Fw: Replacing Injectors(was Re:1985300SD NastyEngineVibration)

2007-09-17 Thread dave walton
recommended using the Mercedes Parts for mounts as the aftermarket ones don't last as long. I did not know better at the time and used the cheap ones. They are working fine for now. Next time I'll use the good ones. -Dave Walton On 9/17/07, George Larribeau [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Runs rough at idle

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5kW Chinese Genset

2007-09-16 Thread dave walton
. -Dave Walton On 9/15/07, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: First I checked the oil. It had some. Next I checked the battery, it was dead and drew no charging current. I went and got a car battery and a set of jumper cables and hooked it up. The key then worked, but the engine only

Re: [MBZ] OT: another thing that looks easy

2007-09-16 Thread dave walton
Maybe try something other than solder? You can sand the connection clean and use 2-part epoxy to hold on the end cap. -Dave Walton On 9/15/07, Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Theres a horrible shower stall in our basement that I'm working to take out. Today I decided to tackle removing

Re: [MBZ] Gas W140? Was - rod bender

2007-09-14 Thread dave walton
I also remember being able to work on my 1969 Plymouth Valiant without using any flex-head or swivel adapters. There was almost enough room for me to climb into the engine compartment - and that's with the engine still in place. I got the V-8 so things were a little tight :-) -Dave Walton On 9

Re: [MBZ] Gas W140? Was - rod bender

2007-09-14 Thread dave walton
plug on the Torque Converter. I guess they saved $1.75 by skipping the machining process of seating a drain plug. Not to mention all the repair business they will get from replacing transmissions for pissed off customers. -Dave Walton On 9/14/07, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 9/14

Re: [MBZ] Gas W140? Was - rod bender

2007-09-14 Thread dave walton
theory on your own car, Tom. Let us know how it goes -Dave Walton On 9/14/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Years ago, the manufacturers waffled between change and no change. And even in 70s, some mechanics did not recommend changing the fluid. Then they realiized that they were

Re: [MBZ] Gas W140? Was - rod bender

2007-09-14 Thread dave walton
AAA Gold I can go 150 miles. Of course the tranny has 330,000 miles on it and this is the same car I am running 100% WVO in without any mods. Sometimes you have to live life on the edge :-) -Dave Walton On 9/14/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If your fluid was black, you changed

Re: [MBZ] Gas W140? Was - rod bender

2007-09-13 Thread dave walton
I'd like to hear from anyone who has done that kind of swap before. -Dave Walton On 9/13/07, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: LarryT wrote: Since the diesel W140s all have that pesky rod bending problem and the lust for a W140 is as strong as ever, what;s the longevity of the gas

Re: [MBZ] Ebay

2007-09-10 Thread dave walton
to get in the habit of doing, but if faced with a large loss, it might save your butt. -Dave Walton On 9/10/07, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Use Paypal but provide funds from your CREDIT CARD, not bank account. If there is a problem with non-delivered or misrepresented/shoddy

Re: [MBZ] Ebay

2007-09-10 Thread dave walton
Google will Discover the details - so to speak... http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3078504/ Partial text below. I recommend avoiding Discover when paying for PayPal charges. -Dave Walton The card you pick matters But many consumers, like Bowman, don't know that the card you use to fund your PayPal

Re: [MBZ] Bimby / injector bypass hoses

2007-08-27 Thread dave walton
on the shelf. -Dave Walton On 8/27/07, Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bought a length of injector bypass hoses from Rusty a while back -- maybe a year ago. Have replaced factory hose on both of my diesels (VW Benz). EVERY LINE HAS LEAKED and has had to be replaced. I am getting

Re: [MBZ] 350 sdl -w 126

2007-08-22 Thread dave walton
Decompressing a loose spring - and having to recompress it while detached, may be more dangerous than just leaving it alone. -Dave Walton On 8/22/07, Hendrik [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ? Not necessary with a proper compression tool, however even if only removing one spring it is still

Re: [MBZ] A/C Question

2007-08-21 Thread dave walton
Where is the expansion valve located? -Dave Walton On 8/20/07, Bill Gallagher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Plan on changing a couple of O-rings in the A/C lines. After changing the o-rings and secure the fittings, what is the next step to recharge the system? TIA Bill 1981 300 TD

Re: [MBZ] O/T Craig's List

2007-08-15 Thread dave walton
I googled it: http://craigslistt.us/ The site now supports its operations by charging below market fees for job ads in 7 cities and for broker apartment listings in NYC. Full text below: Today the Corporation has Jim Buckmaster for CEO and President who contributed the site's multi-city

Re: [MBZ] Mann Oil Filters Coming Apart

2007-08-13 Thread dave walton
Any chance that an old washer, grommet, or plate is left behind at the base of the filter housing? -Dave Walton On 8/12/07, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I use what Rusty sends me... Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf

Re: [MBZ] thoughts on diesel clatter

2007-08-12 Thread dave walton
My experience has been that diesel clatter is caused by weakening of the spring in the injector. That causes it to fire at a lower pressure. Eventually it injects the fuel so prematurely that it ignites while the piston is still on the upstroke. -Dave Walton On 8/11/07, John M McIntosh [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation

2007-08-12 Thread dave walton
as pressure is applied to the camshaft from the valve springs, not just the order in which you torque them down after they are snug. -Dave Walton On 8/12/07, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Luther, One thing about the torque sequence - typically, it's best to start in the middle and work

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation

2007-08-12 Thread dave walton
It certainly makes sense to me to follow the center-out tightening sequence for the final torque down. That's when they have us do for all the other tightening sequences I've run into. -Dave Walton On 8/12/07, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: of course you're right - I should ave said my

Re: [MBZ] thoughts on diesel clatter

2007-08-12 Thread dave walton
The more pressure exerted by the spring in the injector, the more fuel pressure it takes for the injector to fire. It takes more Time to develop higher pressure. Time = Timing. Hook an injector up to a pressure tester, change the shims and see for yourself. Am I missing something? -Dave Walton

Re: [MBZ] thoughts on diesel clatter

2007-08-12 Thread dave walton
. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of dave walton Sent: Sunday, August 12, 2007 10:32 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] thoughts on diesel clatter The more pressure

Re: [MBZ] thoughts on diesel clatter

2007-08-12 Thread dave walton
This is turning into a dead horse, but what the hell... Wouldn't a bad spray pattern delay the ignition of the fuel? My assumption has been that the clatter is due to early ignition. Thanks -Dave Walton On 8/12/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: All of the flow in the return line

Re: [MBZ] OT, Kabota diesel power problem question

2007-08-12 Thread dave walton
I'm familiar with the Kubota D905 3cylinder diesel. The return line always has a healthy flow of fuel going through it. -Dave Walton On 8/11/07, Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What effect would bypassing the supply pump have on power? Someone has looped the inlet to the outlet

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation-success!

2007-08-10 Thread dave walton
I just checked - it's a 27mm. Turning the crankshaft is one of the few times I pull out my 3/4 drive set. It takes quite a bit of effort to manually turn things. I'm sure a 1/2 would survive just fine, but the extra leverage is a good thing. -Dave Walton On 8/10/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation-success!

2007-08-10 Thread dave walton
pressure to tension the chain. Maybe loosen the chain tension and see which still have some wiggle in them? You can get to the injector pump gear underneath the vacuum pump. -Dave Walton On 8/10/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sure, but it's how I set the valves on my OM617s AND how I set

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation

2007-08-09 Thread dave walton
Remove the vacuum pump. It's return spring is what keeps the timing chain from moving freely. The cam gear is keyed to the cam as I recall. You might be off by a tooth. -Dave Walton On 8/9/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Anyone have experience installing camshafts? I can't keep mine at TDC

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation

2007-08-09 Thread dave walton
this helps... -Dave Walton On 8/9/07, dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Remove the vacuum pump. It's return spring is what keeps the timing chain from moving freely. The cam gear is keyed to the cam as I recall. You might be off by a tooth. -Dave Walton On 8/9/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

Re: [MBZ] OT Isuzu NPR

2007-08-07 Thread dave walton
The AC needs a charge = the AC does not work. That or it does not hold pressure long enough for you to drive it away. -Dave Walton On 8/7/07, Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, When the good deals come, they keep on coming! The dragon boat club board is looking at purchasing a '94

Re: [MBZ] Just saw this in Popular Machanics re: tires

2007-07-16 Thread dave walton
bottle towards the end of the cycle. It's disgusting. -Dave Walton On 7/16/07, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: That being said, I have never seen anyone down here use one on a car. I have a fairly high powered one (6.5 HP BS, 3500 psi) that is strong

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