Re: [MBZ] Ok Don?

2022-11-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
At one time, I owned and worked 3 of that same aircraft in a crop spraying company. Good solid airplanes that were made to make money in a Restricted Category Aircraft operation. They made money and paid for themselves. $50,000 wouldn't be an outrageous price, but I would want a complete hands on i

Re: [MBZ] I just smoked a rock

2022-11-15 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
My declared pronoun will not let me join that group. Thanks just the same. On Mon, Nov 14, 2022 at 12:54 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/groups/2263783204/permalink/10160471478898205/ > > --FT > Sent from iFōn >

Re: [MBZ] Is there a lot of meth in Gary?

2022-11-14 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
But, but, but there is no doubt that with every window broken out, "The air blows cold" ... at least for the next 6 months... Remove a 5 and 2 zeros.. what's not to like I'll bid $2.00. On Mon, Nov 14, 2022 at 5:12 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Remember

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: Parts cleaner

2022-11-14 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Actually, Biodiesel B99 or B80 is a super degreaser. Oil spots in your driveway spray it down with B99, give it a scrub.. wash it off... clean..also, biodegradable. On Mon, Nov 14, 2022 at 1:42 PM greg via Mercedes wrote: > Biodiesel (B99) is a better, safer solvent than diesel. I use that i

Re: [MBZ] Seems like I might need this

2022-11-13 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Kaleb, Somewhere in your area is a salvage yard that handles large semi size trucks [and smaller commercial trucks]. They will have a pile of fuel tanks that hold as much as 120 gallons, have caps and pickup ports, as well as fuel sending units to measure fuel load. They come in round, square, rect

Re: [MBZ] Comes with a billion-year contract -- 2006 Mercedes-Benz S Class - $99, 750 (_Mercedes-Benz_ _S Class_ _Sedan_)

2022-11-11 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
"Online test drive" ... isn't that on par with a mail order bride from back in the 1880's during the "wild west"..? Pass.. tyvm On Fri, Nov 11, 2022 at 8:40 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > DONT LOBALL THEM BRO THEY NO WHAT THEY GOT > > --FT > > On 11/11/22 10:29 AM

Re: [MBZ] Potential issue with the 116 fuel tank project

2022-11-06 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Gas welding wire, comes in different sizes and is "sort of flexible" which should work... smooth the end so it doesn't have sharp edges to hang up going around any bends in the line Once you get it all the way in.. a little back and forth should break up the blockage... or, chuck the wire into

Re: [MBZ] PERVIOUS OWNERS WIFE SMASHED BOTH HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS AND SLIT THE TIRES WHICH WAS ENOUGH TO WARREN A SALVAGE TITLE

2022-11-06 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Previous owners wife did enough damage to warrant a salvage title.. which means the insurance company totaled the car.. present owner then bought the car and replaced all the damaged parts... I'm sure that was a "happy marriage" On Sat, Nov 5, 2022 at 6:04 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < merce

Re: [MBZ] Salty EVs Catching on Fire

2022-11-05 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Inconvenient facts about EV emissions, given by public figures who likely have the credentials to make the statements. Just to sweeten the kool aid. https://youtu.be/z2HneqfZGsM On Sat, Nov 5, 2022 at 8:00 AM G Mann wrote: > Economic logic indicates that an EV is worth less than scrap va

Re: [MBZ] Salty EVs Catching on Fire

2022-11-05 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Economic logic indicates that an EV is worth less than scrap value because environmental laws require the major component [lithium battery] to be treated as Hazmat materials. The increased cost of disposal of the battery exceeds scrap value for the remaining parts of the car... Minus zero return...

[MBZ] Fwd: OOOOOOHHHHH 1960 Mercedes-Benz 220SE - $48,000

2022-11-03 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
In my experience, convertible interiors always take a beating and need replacement after about 5 years of use. Top down and wind in your face works on interiors and drivers about the same. All said, it is a collectors model.. it makes you wish Mercedes still built real cars instead of shoe box clon

Re: [MBZ] For Sale 65 Mercedes Benz - $1,500

2022-11-02 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Massive restoration cost in both shop time and money.. Huge rust issues.. However, it is a coupe... thus would command gigantic price if done properly to the last detail... just bring big disposable money to that party. On Wed, Nov 2, 2022 at 11:41 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okie

Re: [MBZ] When you're stopped for a red light and that Silverado has its cruise set at 60.

2022-10-31 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
If I were the selected personal injury lawyer hired to represent the deceased man, I would want very exact answers to that question. Regardless of who in the construction / ownership chain failed to use the most basic safety device [ie cotter pin on axle nut], or failed to safely inspect that one w

Re: [MBZ] When you're stopped for a red light and that Silverado has its cruise set at 60.

2022-10-31 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
ectly the > article said it was a new unused boat trailer that was being towed. > > Randy > > On 31/10/2022 3:46 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > > I observe from the pictures of the trailer wheel that the brake drum and > > wheel hub is still attached to the wheel via lug n

Re: [MBZ] When you're stopped for a red light and that Silverado has its cruise set at 60.

2022-10-31 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I observe from the pictures of the trailer wheel that the brake drum and wheel hub is still attached to the wheel via lug nuts, which are all present. Thus, the wheel assembly came off the axle because the bearing hub nut detached. That goes back to the last guy that packed the wheel bearings and f

Re: [MBZ] I called Wilton

2022-10-29 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Thanks for the thoughtful update. Let's all send them cards and letters to let them know the Mercedes group family enjoys their companionship and wants to stay in touch. On Sat, Oct 29, 2022 at 9:08 PM Craig via Mercedes wrote: > I called Wilton this afternoon and Alice his wife answered the pho

Re: [MBZ] Next Mrs. Klebmobile

2022-10-28 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
des@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I like the way Grant thinks. > > -D > > > On Oct 28, 2022, at 2:25 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Just a quick question to Kaleb. "Have you ever thought of signing the > Mrs. > > up as a driver for demolition derb

Re: [MBZ] Next Mrs. Klebmobile

2022-10-28 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
or used to say about his next door neighbor, “He > could break an anvil.” > > -D > > > On Oct 28, 2022, at 11:42 AM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > It would need much bigger bull bar style bumpers... just saying. > > Some folks can manage to tear up a crow

Re: [MBZ] When you need a new muffler -

2022-10-28 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Looking at the video, based on the style of dress and cultural surroundings, it's a safe bet the OSHA and EPA do not operate in that country.. and that "Allah will protect them" I noticed that nearly everyone was wearing safety steel toe open sandals while welding. On Fri, Oct 28, 2022 at 8:57

Re: [MBZ] Ooopsies

2022-10-28 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
t; --FT > Sent from iFōn > > > On Oct 28, 2022, at 11:53 AM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Bucket list item never filled was to exceed Mach 1 in free fall from > > altitude.. Just to give proper perspective One of life's > > disappointment

Re: [MBZ] Ooopsies

2022-10-28 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
need dopamine inhibitors, but I like that 200mph aspect > > —FT > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Oct 28, 2022, at 2:03 AM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Particularly and aggressively belligerent tendencies, with > > adrenaline addiction to engage in incr

Re: [MBZ] Next Mrs. Klebmobile

2022-10-28 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
It would need much bigger bull bar style bumpers... just saying. Some folks can manage to tear up a crowbar in a sand pile.. it's a special talent, unfortunately, not a rare one. On Fri, Oct 28, 2022 at 5:51 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > She could manage to tear

Re: [MBZ] Ooopsies

2022-10-27 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
e 200 MPH I was drawn to the challenge of outsmarting the incipient risks. On Thu, Oct 27, 2022 at 1:42 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > You seem to be a slow learner. Were you in "special" classes in school? > > --FT > > On 10/27/22

Re: [MBZ] OT A great new business proposal!

2022-10-27 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I question which boiler room "the Major" is operating out of in Nigeria. On Thu, Oct 27, 2022 at 1:41 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > He doesn't seem to kmow the King's English very well though, I don't quite > understand... > > G r e e t i n g s > > How are you? H

Re: [MBZ] Ooopsies

2022-10-27 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
More than 60 years ago, my Father gave me some advice: "You should learn from the mistakes of others, because, at the rate you are going, you won't live long enough to make them all yourself." After 40 years of trying to prove him wrong, I now concede to his wisdom. On Thu, Oct 27, 2022 at 7:31 A

Re: [MBZ] New Mrs. Kleb Car

2022-10-27 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
My thoughts exactly. Custom motor coach = $2,500,000 [on the low side] Making it float = another $2,000,000 [Wild guess] Adding outriggers so the slideouts can slide while in water = another $2+ million... Then, the question of "What happens when you have wind while out on the water, with the 8' x

Re: [MBZ] New Mrs. Kleb Car

2022-10-26 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Like all 40 ft luxury yachts, and all luxury 40 ft motor homes, if you have to ask the price, you can't afford it. Questions: If you sink it in the lake, will AAA come tow you out? What insurance company would insure it, at any cost rating? Last, but not least, where do you get it serviced that wil

Re: [MBZ] 116 fuel tank cleaning

2022-10-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Just did a search and found this material, it looks like it could be used to slosh the tank then let it dry, that it would give bare steel rust protection. When you did the vinegar flush it pulled all the crap off the inside of the tank and left acid etched bare steel surface... the tank then ruste

Re: [MBZ] OT this and the AFDB should take care of those signals

2022-10-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Only $205 per gallon.. what a deal... After careful consideration of the cost to EMF proof my home, I've decided that rather than duck and cover under my desk, I will just run towards the nuke mushroom cloud and make short work of it. [It's sarcasm folks..] On Tue, Oct 25, 2022 at 6:10 AM Buggered

Re: [MBZ] 722.9 4m teardown and rebuild

2022-10-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Even if you only do it once, you should own a good quality transmission jack before you do it. [or rent one] It makes a bad job so simple and easy. On Mon, Oct 24, 2022 at 7:52 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It's not that hard once you get the thing out of the ca

Re: [MBZ] No key no tittle crazy ex girlfriend stole everything and won’t give it back

2022-10-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Just joking guys.. honest On Mon, Oct 24, 2022 at 9:01 AM G Mann wrote: > Can you film it on a YouTube... should gather a million hits! > "Crazy mad woman tips over the edge while two guys play "Mad Ex girlfriend > roulette" > Only problem is, how do you do a foll

Re: [MBZ] No key no tittle crazy ex girlfriend stole everything and won’t give it back

2022-10-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
e could maybe only get one of us, the winner > would get the car. > > —FT > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Oct 24, 2022, at 1:36 AM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Fantasy? ... It is my considered personal opinion that there is a very > > narrow ps

Re: [MBZ] No key no tittle crazy ex girlfriend stole everything and won’t give it back

2022-10-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
this car > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > > > On Oct 23, 2022, at 11:39 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > If the car was titled in the guys name it would be a simple trip to DMV > and > > apply for a duplicate title, mailed to his address.. even i

Re: [MBZ] No key no tittle crazy ex girlfriend stole everything and won’t give it back

2022-10-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
> I already know these women. They can be entertaining in small doses. One > or two in larger doses nudgenudgewinkwink > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > > > On Oct 23, 2022, at 9:57 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > <<<<< In any case I’d go see

Re: [MBZ] No key no tittle crazy ex girlfriend stole everything and won’t give it back

2022-10-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
< In any case I’d go see the crazy ex just for the experience. > I had no idea you were into self abuse as a form of self entertainment... Could I suggest that you step into any bar, anywhere, at happy hour and announce... "Free drinks for any ex girlfriend who will tell me the whole story.

Re: [MBZ] Amaaaazin

2022-10-21 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
knowledge of such things > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > > > On Oct 21, 2022, at 8:16 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Hahahaha... we will just leave it "hanging out there" and let the > > speculation build, then? > > > > > >

Re: [MBZ] Amaaaazin

2022-10-21 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Hahahaha... we will just leave it "hanging out there" and let the speculation build, then? On Fri, Oct 21, 2022 at 5:46 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > We won’t ask you how you know this, Grant. > > -D > > > On Oct 20, 2022

Re: [MBZ] Amaaaazin

2022-10-20 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
- Mayonnaise, in the prison environment is the sexual lubricant of choice. Perhaps there is a message being sent by the land of big women regarding the future of your order fulfillment... supply chain issues are a pain in the well, Mayonnaise... On Thu, Oct 20, 2022 at 5:39 PM Dw

Re: [MBZ] New front suspension with disk break. 1937 Mercedes Rat Rod - $5, 000 (Belleview Fl.)

2022-10-19 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Ford 460 gas engine is an absolute gas pig, the C6 transmission is an antique. When I look at this "project" I'm seeing multiple bad decisions and poor planning. Keep the engine/trans, I'll bid $200 for the messed up hulk you are trying to sell, but only if you have front fenders, hood, and grill t

Re: [MBZ] This is quite sad

2022-10-17 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Absolutely nothing wrong with it that a simple $200,000 and 5 year restoration couldn't fix. On Sat, Oct 15, 2022 at 4:33 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > Appears to have been in decent shape before this moron got ahold of it, in > a somewhat not often seen desir

Re: [MBZ] OT: Somebody Tell Greta

2022-10-15 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Exactly enough possible facts to qualify for a fresh large dollar federal research grant that runs for another 10 years... mission accomplished. On Sat, Oct 15, 2022 at 10:23 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Technology that sounds great but has too many challen

Re: [MBZ] Is the Mileage the Attraction?

2022-10-12 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
The price reflects the special effects paint job that only comes from years of never parking the car under cover or protecting it from elements. That alone makes the car so special it commands a multi digit price when coupled with matching abuse indicators in the interior, undercarriage, and engine

Re: [MBZ] I wonder how hard it is to assemble one of these?

2022-10-12 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Do the footings first, with the attach points to bolt down the arches. Build the first arch, stand it up and brace it in squared up position, bolt down the feet, both sides. [make sure the width measurements are right on the mark. Then, build each successive arch by bolting the segments to the one

Re: [MBZ] OT: Flooded Tesla EVs From Hurricane Ian Exploding All Over Florida

2022-10-10 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Any reports of Mercedes Diesel cars having spontaneous combustion fires? No? .. I didn't think there were.. Question: If your Tesla bursts into flame and it takes 3 hours to put it out, what are the EPA guidelines on toxic emissions from that fire? On Mon, Oct 10, 2022 at 10:00 AM OK Don via Merce

Re: [MBZ] Awesome post -- 2001 Mercedes ML320 mechanics special - $755 (Raleigh)

2022-10-09 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Sounds like the perfect car for Kaleb's Mrs.. Pretested and crash proven. Those dents will "buff right out".. no worries... On Sat, Oct 8, 2022 at 9:06 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I'm tempted to give the guy the $755 just because of the awesome writeup > > > ht

Re: [MBZ] Variant on a Hood Stack?

2022-10-08 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Special style points. Stealth hood stack. Only driven by a little old lady to wednesday night prayer meetings. Air blows cold. On Sat, Oct 8, 2022 at 8:26 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I saw that but I still need an explanation > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > > >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Dinner

2022-09-27 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Bear or Boar On Tue, Sep 27, 2022 at 6:06 AM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > A good guess, pheasant is my second favorite game meat behind moose. > > Pheasant is a white mean, more like chicken. Here's our Christmas pheasant > from last year: https://photos.app.goo.gl/

[MBZ] Fwd: Anyone used one of these? Plastic welder

2022-09-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
My .02 cents worth. I've been welding for more than 50 years, and during that time progressed pretty much through all processes for joining all types of metal [ie worked for a while doing weld repair on turbine engine blades (very complex exotic metals and specialized weld repair). However, I had n

Re: [MBZ] All my floor jacks have ED

2022-09-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
> > --FT > > Sent from iFōn > > > > > On Sep 24, 2022, at 4:01 PM, G Mann via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> > > wrote: > > > > > > Reseal them. Less than $5 for seal or O rings... vs the cost of a new > > jack. > > >

Re: [MBZ] ENGINE SPEEDS UP LIKE A RACE CAR LOW ON GAS Classic 1983 Mercedez Benz 300 DT - $1 (Collector's Gem)

2022-09-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
It is the ultra rare 4 cylinder 300TD... The only one in the world, all the rest have the 5 cylinder Diesel engine. On Sat, Sep 24, 2022 at 8:33 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > OFFERS: > I will say: yes, to the best offer. And it will move quickly. I've had > lots

Re: [MBZ] MERCEFES 1984 300CD TURBO DIESEL 2 DOOR COUPE - $3, 850 (Wilmington)

2022-09-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
It gives rise to the question: How many rust blisters and how much tin worm did the new paint cover after the buckets of Bondo? On Sat, Sep 24, 2022 at 8:30 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > To repaint a car now is way above his asking price. Something funny goi

Re: [MBZ] very low mileage would be a great resto project no title 1970 Mercedes-Benz 230 g, $4, 000

2022-09-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
It is one of the rare imports that were actually driven under salt water from Europe rather than shipped. Thus the extreme rust. On Sat, Sep 24, 2022 at 12:01 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > So much patina it's flaking off the car. > > On Sat, Sep 24, 2022 at 2

Re: [MBZ] All my floor jacks have ED

2022-09-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Reseal them. Less than $5 for seal or O rings... vs the cost of a new jack. Search the University of Utube for a demonstration video... It's not a complicated job. On Sat, Sep 24, 2022 at 10:13 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I have tried bleeding air and adding fl

Re: [MBZ] Everyone message this non responsive seller and ask if the engine has been replaced and If not, how much oil is it burning.

2022-09-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Facebook Marketplace = Unresponsive Any questions? If there was a contest to devise a trading platform that had no viable direct way to contact a seller, facebook would win, hands down. On Sat, Sep 24, 2022 at 6:50 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.faceb

Re: [MBZ] This is the type of lift you find used on Fakebook

2022-09-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
With two vertical beams bent like that, it certainly screams "build quality" to trust your life while working under the elevated car, doesn't it? "Run away" and don't look back, made in China, must be the data tag text. On Fri, Sep 23, 2022 at 4:33 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okie

Re: [MBZ] OT:Ariel's new car is a Batmobile?

2022-09-22 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
There is nothing cheap on a turbine engine. I'm guessing [experienced guess] that engine/generator combination is conservatively in the $120,000 range, or more. Plus, overhauls based on hours of run time, in the $80,000 range. Only one prototype now exists, more built on firm orders [with hefty dep

Re: [MBZ] 2013 MB GLK350 4matic wrecked - $11,000

2022-09-22 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Total loss to insurance settlement, outrageous asking price, regardless of low mileage, it's a wreck. [it took that level of damage and did not deploy air bags?, something is wrong with the airbag system.] "Let him eat it Jim.. it's scrap." On Thu, Sep 22, 2022 at 6:17 AM Allan Streib via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] (no subject)

2022-09-20 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Once he had it where he could actually inspect the car it was obvious there was a catastrophic failure to deal with. I'm interested in the true cause the rod failed. Oil system in the Mercedes engines is pretty robust, and although the residual oil was black, it wasn't more than what could be calle

Re: [MBZ] Holy crack

2022-09-18 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
You need a special boat captain's license to operate that. On Sun, Sep 18, 2022 at 6:20 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/790523842091944/ > > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > http://www.ok

Re: [MBZ] Mini car for the avid collector

2022-09-17 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Stunning bid price! I had no idea it would bring that kind of bidding. On Sat, Sep 17, 2022 at 8:55 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I did not know Vespa made a non-scooter. > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1959-vespa-400-model-400/ >

Re: [MBZ] bent pulley on mower

2022-09-08 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
For a $300 replacement cost, + NLA [you can't get one] it makes just finding a pulley with the same diameter and belt pitch [distance of the "V" ] it makes sense to have a hub center machined to match the old one that fits the shaft and weld the pulley to the new hub.. "Can't get one, make one" ru

Re: [MBZ] Weed eater motor

2022-09-08 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
If one hose failed, replace all of them. What you describe tells me you have one [or perhaps both] failure points in action... One, a supply line air leak that causes failure to siphon fuel from the tank. or Two, the little fuel filter inside the tank that plugs into the pickup hose is clogged.. it

Re: [MBZ] bent pulley on mower

2022-09-08 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
While you are doing that, use the broken pot metal piece as a template and make a new one out of steel... On Thu, Sep 8, 2022 at 8:15 AM G Mann wrote: > If you can remove the pulley from the assembly, heat is your friend to > massage the bend back to straight... a few minutes with a r

Re: [MBZ] bent pulley on mower

2022-09-08 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
If you can remove the pulley from the assembly, heat is your friend to massage the bend back to straight... a few minutes with a rosebud torch tip to heat the flange area, and then a steady pressure [some sort of lever device you just invented to fit the problem] instead of hammer blows which are n

Re: [MBZ] Tool Boxes

2022-09-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Regardless of the brand name or the color, you are looking for just a few items that make the box good quality. 1. Sheet metal gauge. For a good roll around box that will carry several hundred pounds of steel tools [it adds up fast] you want at least 18 gauge steel. 2. Drawers all have roller suspe

Re: [MBZ] prime

2022-08-31 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I just canceled Prime because they were doing an automatic card charge for $18.96 each month, even though I had bought nothing from them for about 2 years... That adds up.. but it's small enough I didn't catch it in the electronic bank monthly statement. I wonder how many million$ amazon steals eac

Re: [MBZ] Had transmission , Only needs engine. 2008 Mercedes-Benz e63 amg, $5, 000

2022-08-30 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
The ad implies the engine is no longer with the car. However, It is not specific in that regard. Could be it had a broken head stud, that was confirmed and the car was parked... If the engine still exists, even torn down. seems like a viable candidate for a rebuild. Worth a contact for further deta

Re: [MBZ] Under lift oil drain maiden voyage

2022-08-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Lovely ! No mess, no fuss... done and dusted in one pass.. Well worth the investment, along with the hoist.. Well done !! On Thu, Aug 25, 2022 at 12:00 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > > Sent from my iPhone___ > htt

Re: [MBZ] '80 300D w/OM617 Swap

2022-08-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Noted: No engine bay pictures.. odd.. On Mon, Aug 22, 2022 at 2:10 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/768012044437295/ > > > > Wonder if this guys knows what he is talking about or knows just enough > tricky words and phrases to

Re: [MBZ] auto-darkening welding helmet

2022-08-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
The ability to lay down a good weld [insert pretty weld] is a factor of coordination of hand/eye control you see the color change of the weld puddle and make minute hand movements to control the size and direction of the liquid metal, the filler rod material, arc distance [which controls heat a

Re: [MBZ] Dealing with State Farm

2022-08-17 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Kaleb, Don't be scared of the B pillar damage. The services of a competent body shop with a frame shop should pull it back to position pretty quickly, done and dusted.. then find a replacement door, paint to match.. adjust the rear door so the car has proper fit and margins... you could be back in

Re: [MBZ] OT: 1979 Scout Diesel - $9,000

2022-08-15 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Does the sale come with a custom fitted back brace and hip surgery? I owned one of those for a while, and it rode like an angry camel, and drove like a herd of ducks... aim it and hope.. Acceleration was measured in light years. Not on my "bucket list" to collect, or own. On Sun, Aug 14, 2022 at 6

Re: [MBZ] As I am leaving St. Louis…

2022-08-12 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
doors best I can, then keep it or sell it. Damn. > >> > >> Sent from my iPhone > >> > >>> On Aug 12, 2022, at 7:44 PM, Kaleb Striplin > wrote: > >>> > >>> I bet the damn thing ends up getting totaled. > >>> > >>> S

Re: [MBZ] As I am leaving St. Louis…

2022-08-12 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
From my experience, take a very serious look at the "B" pillar. If it is bent [which is likely, based on the pax door damage] B pillar damage will show up in a change in the door margins of the rear door. A good body shop would catch it on inspection... a schlock shop used by the lowball insurance

Re: [MBZ] Black On Black Mercedes Benz with rims dont drive it 2000 Mercedes-Benz clk-class, $3, 200

2022-08-11 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
It has that special look that comes from being driven hard and put away wet [if it was a horse, never got a rubdown and grain]. On Thu, Aug 11, 2022 at 7:29 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I'm guessing this is a turd > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1

Re: [MBZ] OT doctors

2022-08-10 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
The one take-away I have from every interaction with the current HMO/Medical facility is that I have been removed further away from the Doctor-Patient relationship where the Doctor has taken a sacred Hippocratic Oath that swears said Doctor will "First do no harm" and second, keep the patient "Full

Re: [MBZ] OT 1973 Triumph Stag

2022-08-10 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Apollo 3500 ... less than 90 cars ever built... Current value.. in excess of $500,000 [if you could find one for sale, and that is not likely]... Come to the party with your own Brinks truck full of money... However, it is a beautiful car.. still, even by today's standards... On Tue, Aug 9, 20

Re: [MBZ] Comfort Level with Older Tires

2022-08-09 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
; > > > > > > > > > Same with Florida *if* the vehicle is stored outside. In this case, Bob > just got this back from Dad, who was in Peoria, IL, if I recall correctly. > > > > -D > > > > On Aug 9, 2022, at 2:55 PM, G Mann via Mercedes <mailto:merc

Re: [MBZ] Comfort Level with Older Tires

2022-08-09 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
As an Arizona resident, I have a 5 year hard line on life of tires. The UV exposure in AZ cooks the sidewall rubber to the point of failure. I have had 4 tires simply explode from sidewall failure while parked. All were past the 5 year life limit. Had the vehicles been loaded, at highway speed, the

Re: [MBZ] OT 1973 Triumph Stag

2022-08-08 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
It was a miserable car when sold new. It has not improved with age.. Sourcing parts was a horrible problem, right off the showroom floor. That is unlikely to have improved. Ohh... did I mention is has Lucas electricals? On Mon, Aug 8, 2022 at 9:11 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz

Re: [MBZ] When 1 hood stack is not enough

2022-08-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Only driven on Sundays and to Wednesday night prayer meetings by a little old lady. Air blows cold with the windows down in the winter. On Sat, Aug 6, 2022 at 2:48 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > How would you drive with that thing blocking your field of vision? >

Re: [MBZ] New FB Marketplace Feature

2022-08-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Facebook is publicly bleeding to death with loss of value and loss of subscribers. Capt. Zuckerburg has gone from top 6 world richest to bottom 12th in less than 24 months... If I owned it, I would be looking hard to find improvements in how it works. It surely has to sting to lose billion$ so quic

Re: [MBZ] OT anyone looking for a Jag?

2022-08-06 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Something electrical suddenly started working, so the value just went up $500.00 Hurry, it won't last On Sat, Aug 6, 2022 at 12:21 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Meanwhile he has raised the price to $8,000. > > On Sat, Aug 6, 2022, at 14:40, Andrew Strasfog

Re: [MBZ] My Life Is Complete...

2022-08-06 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
It is equipped with afterburner, for full effect.. Smoke, loud noise, and fire...with a payday what's not to like.. On Sat, Aug 6, 2022 at 4:32 AM MG via Mercedes wrote: > It is, since most of these guys use diesel as > fuel. Kind of oversize for a can exhaust but at > least it comes out in

Re: [MBZ] My Life Is Complete...

2022-08-05 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
d, you are instantly in deep do-do. On Fri, Aug 5, 2022 at 8:18 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > You would probably have to add to your Type ratings to run it, though. > > -D > > > On Aug 5, 2022, at 10:59 AM, G Mann via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] GL bumper

2022-08-05 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
would be expensive scrap. On Fri, Aug 5, 2022 at 5:24 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It’s plastic. > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Aug 4, 2022, at 11:31 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Time to find a skilled TIG

Re: [MBZ] My Life Is Complete...

2022-08-05 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Just what I need to take to Cars & Coffee ... to make a real "impression" On Fri, Aug 5, 2022 at 7:51 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > …and I may now depart this Earthly plane, as I have seen it all. > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/mercedes-benz-limo-dragster

Re: [MBZ] GL bumper

2022-08-04 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Time to find a skilled TIG welder and make a new best friend. If it broke, it can be welded. If a piece is missing, make a new one from a blank plate and weld it on. Grind the weld smooth and spray it with black paint... put it back on and "Bobs yer Unkle" On Thu, Aug 4, 2022 at 8:24 PM Buggered B

Re: [MBZ] Blood batteries

2022-07-26 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Greta, I'm told, is tone deaf, and can not be trained to understand hand signals. It was once suggested that she be installed on an iceberg during polar bear breeding season so that she could come to understand the need for "climate change"... On Mon, Jul 25, 2022 at 3:47 PM Rick Knoble via Merced

Re: [MBZ] OT: Big As A Whale

2022-07-26 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I owned one of those, back in the day. It had the fuel efficient 440 cubic inch engine with a massive 4 barrel carb... that resulted in a steady 8 miles per gallon, at a comfortable cruise speed of 90 mph on the interstates, with the air conditioner set on "stun" instead of "arctic" which would act

Re: [MBZ] a pristine luxury car that drops jaws & panties, 2016 Mercedes Benz Maybach S600 Biturbo - $100, 000 (Charleston)

2022-07-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Hideous wheels do nothing for me. Overall bad styling choices add to the list. On Mon, Jul 25, 2022 at 6:53 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Posted in Charleston but looks like Kollyfawnya > > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/ladson-2016-mercedes-benz-mayba

Re: [MBZ] Frozen engine

2022-07-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
First pull the plugs and insert a bore camera [now available on Amazon and others for not a lot of money] and do a visual inspection of the actual cylinder bores. Quickly, you will be able to see if the bores are rusted, or some other condition which has the engine locked up. From that, you can mak

Re: [MBZ] Obvious body damage from a light collision. 2005 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 320 CDI Sedan 4D, $3, 000

2022-07-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Air blows cold Ran when parked Lightly totaled On Sat, Jul 23, 2022 at 7:12 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/575908117536576 > > -- > --FT > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To searc

Re: [MBZ] Electric cars

2022-07-19 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Doing a proper pre-buy due diligence inspection on any EV in the present "used market" is impossible, as a reality. Here are a few of the reasons. 1. Lack of available properly trained and available techs. 2. Lack of available testing equipment that tests actual operational values at the component

Re: [MBZ] An engine under a tarp, some firewood, and maybe a 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL Class - $14, 119 (_Mercedes-Benz_ _GL Class_ _SUV_)

2022-07-17 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Wire $14,113 US dollars to Prince Ubutu, Nigeria and we will send the car to you. No inspection necessary. [What could possibly go wrong] This one should be added to the "Air blows ice cold" and "Ran when parked" list. On Sun, Jul 17, 2022 at 7:57 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.

Re: [MBZ] AZ Cars in July

2022-07-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Come to the desert between 10 Sep and 20 June and you will understand.. Leave your down parka and snow shovel at home. You will understand. On Sat, Jul 16, 2022 at 9:28 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I am not sure why people think it’s a good idea to live in the

Re: [MBZ] AZ Cars in July

2022-07-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Arizona is a "hostile environment, but it's a dry heat" ... New car paint lasts about 3 years then the clear coat starts to separate. On Sat, Jul 16, 2022 at 8:09 AM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > This is what one’s vehicle looks like during July and August here in AZ:

Re: [MBZ] Possible reason diesel prices are not dropping

2022-07-15 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Gas turbine powered generation systems are usually a ground power version of a large passenger jet engine. The most common use is for several of the systems to be located around a nuke plant, or a large coal plant [both of those systems have long lead times to bring them on line and produce output.

Re: [MBZ] OT - Solar Power @ Home

2022-07-14 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I have to question the simple math on that equation. 1. EV purchase... $60,000 plus 2. Solar installation to home to charge EV... another $45,000 +- [estimate]. 3. Battery storage system to contain solar energy captured another $40,000. Puts you into an investment of $105,000 [factored over th

Re: [MBZ] OT crazy stuff

2022-07-13 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Finding ammo for a 410 in today's market is on par with trying to buy unicorn feathers. 20 ga.. pretty normal with shot selection. On Wed, Jul 13, 2022 at 8:16 AM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > A 20ga will work fine for personal defense and is more approachable for a

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