[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: HF work lights

2019-11-29 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Thanks! I just ordered some. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes Sent: Friday, November 29, 2019 1:17 PM To: davesl...@okiebenz.com; Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Kaleb Striplin Subject: [MBZ] HF work

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Happy Thanksgiving

2019-11-28 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
To y'all and your families and friends. Time to put aside the insanity infecting the outside world and enjoy our blessings. GO! Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] OT: M*Carbo?

2019-11-23 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I'm not a big fan of slugs. I had an experience of zero penetration from a Rem 12 ga. slug fired from my 870. It struck a good-sized whitetail buck in the shoulder at about 45 yds. It flattened the slug to the shape and size of a silver dollar, and slid up to the neck just under the skin on the

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Harbor Freight and Lowes

2019-11-21 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
The quality of some of their appliances lasted a bit longer. I have an excellent dishwasher that I bought from them about 15 years ago. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curley McLain via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, November 20,

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Not Diesel

2019-11-17 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
IIRC some of the pumps in Canada are also designed to fool us dieselers. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley via Mercedes Sent: Sunday, November 17, 2019 1:24 PM To: Mercedes List Cc: Mitch Haley Subject: [MBZ] Not

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: What a CF

2019-11-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
For other states with Constitutional carry, no license required. For other states that accept your state's license with reciprocity, you need to have your license. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of OK Don via Mercedes Sent:

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: Jetta Brakes

2019-11-04 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
rusty was it? Mitch. > On November 4, 2019 at 1:29 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes > wrote: > > > I made a tool just like that for my '77 Saab 99EMS a few decades back. I > think I used rivets instead of screws and 1/8 X 1 steel bar. ___

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: Jetta Brakes

2019-11-04 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I made a tool just like that for my '77 Saab 99EMS a few decades back. I think I used rivets instead of screws and 1/8 X 1 steel bar. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley via Mercedes Sent: Monday, November 04, 2019 9:56

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: tank patched

2019-11-02 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
IME Just filing the form will get you something. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Friday, November 01, 2019 2:28 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Andrew Strasfogel Subject: Re: [MBZ] tank

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT - Concrete Slab Construction

2019-10-31 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Concrete is very strong in compression, steel adds tensile strength. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Craig via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2019 12:29 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Craig Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT -

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT Which website(s) to research "smart" watches

2019-10-22 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Cc: arche...@embarqmail.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT Which website(s) to research "smart" watches Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: > For tech stuff I look at Tom's Hardware and PC Mag. The library has Consumer > Reports online and I find them useful for ap

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT Which website(s) to research "smart" watches

2019-10-22 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
For tech stuff I look at Tom's Hardware and PC Mag. The library has Consumer Reports online and I find them useful for appliances. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Meade Dillon via Mercedes Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 3:19

Re: [MBZ] 123 Pics

2019-10-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I think that color is "Creamsicle". Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Monday, October 07, 2019 11:04 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Andrew Strasfogel; Donald Snook Subject: Re: [MBZ] 123

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

2019-10-05 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
YIMBY! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of OK Don via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, October 05, 2019 2:26 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: OK Don Subject: Re: [MBZ] New Michael Moore-backed doc[umentary] tackles alternative energy

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

2019-10-05 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I have a couple on the Motor Home. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, October 05, 2019 10:38 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Andrew Strasfogel Subject: Re: [MBZ] New Michael

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Weather

2019-10-02 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
We had a drier than normal year (Oct. thru Sept.) in the PNW, but a wetter Sept. Past couple of nights have been clear and cold, but mild temps are returning. The local weather nerd says that the Pinot Noir grapes still have some time to mature before it gets too wet and cold. -Original

Re: [MBZ] OT: Google breaks Macs

2019-09-25 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I have read that Brave browser has the Chromium engine but has been deFAANGed. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, September 25, 2019 2:59 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Mitch Haley

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** '97 F250 7.3 Powerstroke Mystery Part

2019-09-16 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Hi All: Checking under the hood on my truck I found a broken vacuum hose (?) to a device of unknown (to me) function. I'm thinking I might have some diesel return hose that might serve to join the broken ends together. Perhaps you can see from the image that the part is against the firewall

[MBZ] OT: More Wagyu

2019-09-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
So this week Chuck's is having a sale on Wagyu Cross-Rib Roast, $7.99/lb. I'm not too familiar with the cut, but I read that it is similar to Chuck Roast in terms of flavor and texture. So I am wondering whether to try pressure cooking or sous-vide? Any of you have experience with cross-rib

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: ***SPAM*** RE: OT: American Kobe Beef!

2019-09-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
: American Kobe Beef! On Wed, 11 Sep 2019 09:32:22 -0700 Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: > The local store (Chuck's Produce) has a flyer that they post on their > web page. AFAIK they only have 2 stores, both in Vancouver, WA. IDK > what other outlets carry the beef. So you buy the

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: American Kobe Beef!

2019-09-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2019 9:22 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Craig Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: American Kobe Beef! On Wed, 11 Sep 2019 08:36:11 -0700 Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: > I had tried their frozen burgers before. Very tasty but rendered off a > lot

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: American Kobe Beef!

2019-09-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I had tried their frozen burgers before. Very tasty but rendered off a lot of fat. This was the first time I tried their steaks. I will hit them hard next time if they repeat that sale. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rick

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: American Kobe Beef!

2019-09-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
You nailed it Rick...their regular price was $25.99. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rick Knoble via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2019 6:17 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Rick Knoble Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT:

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: ***SPAM*** OT: American Kobe Beef!

2019-09-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
*** OT: American Kobe Beef! Out of curiosity, what do you consider a reasonable price? On Tue, Sep 10, 2019, 6:59 PM OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > It does look like it's 25-30% fat, but then, that's where the most flavor > is ... > > On Tue, Sep 10, 2019 at 5:56 PM Greg Fiorentino

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT: American Kobe Beef!

2019-09-10 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
: Tuesday, September 10, 2019 3:50 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: OK Don Subject: Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT: American Kobe Beef! Can you taste the difference vs. grass fed, non-anti-biotic'd beef? On Tue, Sep 10, 2019 at 5:47 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com>

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT: American Kobe Beef!

2019-09-10 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Snake River Ranch in Idaho has some deal to raise Wagyu beef. My neighborhood produce store carries it and had NY cuts on sale last week for a reasonable price. WOW! https://www.dropbox.com/sh/c3o9369qj5c9n1z/AAASER6TnuG-MnTvvB7DVhi0a?dl=0 Greg ___

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: So I went to the Costco Optical Department ...

2019-09-09 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
If I had that question I would call them and ask at the particular store you would use. On my exams they only measured IPD, but perhaps if that was a request? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley via Mercedes Sent:

Re: [MBZ] Why I hate fakebook marketplace

2019-09-08 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
As do I, but I'm not as smart as some of you about this. I use NordVPN, a separate browser with only one tab open and never click on FB's suggestions. I also use the Signal app on my Android phone, and email from my own domain. I really don't know how effective my attempts are. What is your

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Gas Cap Problem

2019-09-08 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
, September 07, 2019 3:11 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: G Mann Subject: Re: [MBZ] Gas Cap Problem Did you try spraying the solenoid shaft with WD40? Sounds like it's just gone sticky and needs clean and lube. On Sat, Sep 7, 2019 at 1:19 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com>

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Gas Cap Problem

2019-09-08 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Cap Problem If you use WD40, it might open this time, but not next time - try LPS-1 or Houdini --- On Sat, Sep 7, 2019 at 5:28 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Thanks Grant. I'll give that a try. > > Greg > > -Original Message-

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Gas Cap Problem

2019-09-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
EDT, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: >No joy :-( > >Looks like a wiring issue. Replacing the actuator resulted in the same >issue. Bah! > >Greg > >-Original Message- >From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg >Fiorentin

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Gas Cap Problem

2019-09-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
the solenoid shaft with WD40? Sounds like it's just gone sticky and needs clean and lube. On Sat, Sep 7, 2019 at 1:19 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yes! > > -Original Message- > From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com]

Re: [MBZ] Gas Cap Problem

2019-09-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
On 9/7/19 4:00 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: > No joy :-( > > Looks like a wiring issue. Replacing the actuator resulted in the same issue. > Bah! > > Greg > > -Original Message- > From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg

Re: [MBZ] Gas Cap Problem

2019-09-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
No joy :-( Looks like a wiring issue. Replacing the actuator resulted in the same issue. Bah! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, September 07, 2019 12:35 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: ***SPAM*** Gas Cap Problem

2019-09-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
It looks like K24 might be the culprit. I'll see if I can swap one in to confirm. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, September 07, 2019 11:17 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Cc: Greg

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Gas Cap Problem

2019-09-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I think one of you will know the answer: On my '02 ML 320 the gas cap locks, but does not unlock, whether done from the remote or the switch on the console. Is there a relay that is likely faulty? Anyone BT and DT? Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

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

2019-09-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] ML500 Fun

2019-09-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Please share! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curley McLain via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, September 07, 2019 9:00 AM To: Dan Penoff via Mercedes Cc: Curley McLain Subject: Re: [MBZ] ML500 Fun My Gen U Wine MB cup holder will

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Kirkland Optical, was Top Tier

2019-09-06 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I have 2 sets of Costco frames: one Titanium and another Beryllium Copper that I bought from Costco more than 25 years ago. They have put new lenses in them many times! Another saving. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mitch

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Top Tier Diesel

2019-09-06 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Give them a call. IME their customer service is highly responsive. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dan Penoff via Mercedes Sent: Friday, September 06, 2019 4:27 PM To: Okie Benz Cc: Dan Penoff Subject: Re: [MBZ] Top Tier Diesel

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Top Tier Diesel

2019-09-06 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
We have one in Vancouver, lotsa diesel trucks (and Benzes!) around here. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Clay Monroe via Mercedes Sent: Friday, September 06, 2019 3:42 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Clay Monroe Subject: Re:

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT CyberPower UPS won't charge batteries

2019-09-06 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
That earns you an Attaboy! I find a guitar pick very good on small devices. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Meade Dillon via Mercedes Sent: Friday, September 06, 2019 1:13 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Meade Dillon

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT CyberPower UPS won't charge batteries

2019-09-06 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Is there an opening into which you can fit a borescope? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Max Dillon via Mercedes Sent: Friday, September 06, 2019 8:10 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Max Dillon Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT

Re: [MBZ] YASV -- Yet another satellite view

2019-09-05 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Keeping fingers crossed for your safety! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, September 05, 2019 8:27 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Buggered Benzmail Subject: Re: [MBZ] YASV -- Yet

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: Surprising crime statistic

2019-08-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Just in case you thought this meant it is safe to walk around at night in DC: << The 2019 report also emphasized climate change, as well as cities’ ability to withstand environmental threats and intensifying natural disasters. >> << The District was ranked 23rd in the 2017 report. Experts

Re: [MBZ] Batten down those Benzes in Flahdah

2019-08-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
BHO lied! he said that he had stopped the sea from rising! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Friday, August 30, 2019 11:13 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Andrew Strasfogel Subject: Re:

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: Oh the temptation

2019-08-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
A long time back I was hitting the trap range pretty regular with my plain-Jane field grade Rem 870. I was standing next to a guy with a really nice Browning auto. I was hitting 22 or so out of 25 (pretty good for me, not much of a shotgunner), him not so much. At one point he comments

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Batten down those Benzes in Flahdah

2019-08-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Hoping you all will be safe! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Floyd Thursby via Mercedes Sent: Friday, August 30, 2019 6:53 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Floyd Thursby Subject: Re: [MBZ] Batten down those Benzes in Flahdah

Re: [MBZ] Back In The Saddle...

2019-08-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Liesl the Diesel? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Kevin Kraly via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, August 29, 2019 3:30 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Kevin Kraly Subject: Re: [MBZ] Back In The Saddle... I love doing door checks

Re: [MBZ] bio-diesel again

2019-08-28 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
It's a Canadian trade name. CANola. Blame Canada! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, August 28, 2019 1:08 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Andrew Strasfogel Subject: Re: [MBZ]

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: bio diesel

2019-08-28 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
IME biodiesel has good lubricating and solvent properties. I use B100 in my small parts cleaning bucket, it works quite well and is not as nasty as some of the chlorinated solvents. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Randy

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: 220SE on BaT

2019-08-27 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Congrats! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dan Penoff via Mercedes Sent: Tuesday, August 27, 2019 11:33 AM To: Okie Benz Cc: Dan Penoff Subject: Re: [MBZ] 220SE on BaT I nearly soiled myself. -D > On Aug 27, 2019, at 2:28

Re: [MBZ] w123 battery box area rust

2019-08-20 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
There is a type of pop rivet that has sealant in them. I got some 1/4" ones that are designed for RV repair from a company that specializes in this: Vintage Trailer Supply. They call them Olympic Rivets. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Way, way totally beyond OT: Lowering the price of guac

2019-08-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
AFAIK the oxy absorbent packets contain iron filings. I don't see how they would absorb ethylene. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curley McLain via Mercedes Sent: Tuesday, August 13, 2019 3:04 PM To: Andrew Strasfogel via

[MBZ] OT: Aviation Technology

2019-08-08 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Recent patent activity raises questions about current military technology: < https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/29232/navys-advanced-aerospace-tech-boss-claims-key-ufo-patent-is-operable> Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: W123 FB Idiot(s)

2019-08-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
FaceBook Zucks! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Clay Monroe via Mercedes Sent: Friday, August 02, 2019 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Clay Monroe Subject: Re: [MBZ] W123 FB Idiot(s) On a spiritual level these FB

Re: [MBZ] Dividend check coming for Rich -

2019-08-02 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
ICE detention facility? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Floyd Thursby via Mercedes Sent: Friday, August 02, 2019 8:46 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Floyd Thursby Subject: Re: [MBZ] Dividend check coming for Rich - That is a

Re: [MBZ] OT Favorite beer by state

2019-07-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I love a great variety of beers from Oregon breweries. A few off the top of my head: Full Sail Rogue Deschutes McMenamin's A long time favorite In a classic Munich Lager style is Dos Equis Dark. Ironic that an excellent beer can be brewed in a country not known for safe drinking water. IMO

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT Favorite beer by state

2019-07-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I'm finding it hard to believe that none of you sophisticated lot have heard this before. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of archer75--- via Mercedes Sent: Tuesday, July 30, 2019 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc:

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT Favorite beer by state

2019-07-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yuengling - a cult classic - is right up there in terms of b**r I would > rather not ever drink again. > > On Tue, Jul 30, 2019 at 11:59 AM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > Don't say "

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT Favorite beer by state

2019-07-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Don't say "horse pee", say "Clydesdale Filtered". Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curley McLain via Mercedes Sent: Monday, July 29, 2019 2:17 PM To: Mercedes_Discussion_List Cc: Curley McLain Subject: [MBZ] OT Favorite beer by

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Moon Landing: Where Were You?

2019-07-20 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I remember that evening well! I was working as a ramp rat at JFKIA, loading food into SAS and Eastern galleys. We feasted on SAS marzipan moon landing replica cake that night. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curley McLain via

Re: [MBZ] Test Message

2019-07-20 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Here in the PNW temps are in the 50s. This week it will be clear skies with lows in the 50s and highs in the 80s. Perfect! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, July 20, 2019 4:39 AM To:

Re: [MBZ] This is Sort of Tempting

2019-07-17 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
The Kapusta Kid! -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Tuesday, July 16, 2019 6:15 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Andrew Strasfogel Subject: Re: [MBZ] This is Sort of Tempting My favorite comedian

Re: [MBZ] The $500E300 did its job tonight

2019-07-16 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Glad you're ok Rich. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes Sent: Monday, July 15, 2019 8:51 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Buggered Benzmail Subject: [MBZ] The $500E300 did its job tonight Rode to

Re: [MBZ] OT Dell D630 wont turn on

2019-07-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
To clarify: Battery contacts. -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes Sent: Friday, July 12, 2019 12:12 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Cc: Greg Fiorentino Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Dell D630 wont turn on Try

Re: [MBZ] OT Dell D630 wont turn on

2019-07-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Try DeOxit on the contacts. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes Sent: Friday, July 12, 2019 5:43 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Kaleb Striplin Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Dell D630 wont turn on So when I

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT: Jumping the Sub

2019-07-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
*** OT: Jumping the Sub Video removed by user. What was it about? - Max Charleston SC On Fri, Jul 12, 2019 at 11:16 AM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > ICYMI: > > > > <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LBDEdq2qkc> > &

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT: Jumping the Sub

2019-07-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
ICYMI: This makes me proud and worried at the same time. My boy is the lead boarding officer on a CG Cutter. Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Blowing fuses

2019-07-09 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Shouldn't it be easy to simply measure the resistance in the motor to see if it is excessive? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Meade Dillon via Mercedes Sent: Tuesday, July 09, 2019 10:47 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc:

Re: [MBZ] 95 diesel wagon

2019-07-08 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I thought that cupro-nickel brake line stuff was really easy to form. Is it as bad as copper for work-hardening? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of G Mann via Mercedes Sent: Monday, July 08, 2019 3:45 PM To: Mercedes Discussion

Re: [MBZ] Interesting S430

2019-07-06 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Most upholstery replaced? Is that something to be concerned about? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dan Penoff via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, July 06, 2019 9:16 AM To: Okie Benz Cc: Dan Penoff Subject: Re: [MBZ] Interesting S430

Re: [MBZ] To bundt or not to bundt

2019-06-25 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I vote for the Bundts. I think that Bundting in very patriotic. It can get you to first base in a pinch. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes Sent: Tuesday, June 25, 2019 4:02 PM To:

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Diesel vs. Electric

2019-06-22 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
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[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT Ruh-roh!

2019-06-20 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I am sure there will be a response. The difficulty here will be target selection. We would want to destroy some asset of greater value than the drone, but without any human casualties. Any suggestions? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: 220S convertible at cars/coffee this morning

2019-06-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
What a gorgeous car! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, June 15, 2019 10:10 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Buggered Benzmail Subject: Re: [MBZ] 220S convertible at cars/coffee

Re: [MBZ] Bought my lottery ticket this morning

2019-06-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Gots 20's yo. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, June 15, 2019 9:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Buggered Benzmail Subject: [MBZ] Bought my lottery ticket this morning > > >

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Cleaning Bundts :-)

2019-06-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
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[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: Millennial Farmer

2019-06-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
One of my hunting buddies grows a few plots of Brassica for the whitetails at his camp. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2019 11:15 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Curt

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT time to do something about by main desktop

2019-06-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
An SSD will increase your speed a lot, even if your MB will (likely) not support SATA III. IMO the sweet spot in SSD value is probably still 500GB. They say SSD is more reliable now than HDD. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT: Redneck Engineering

2019-06-08 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Small world - Benz Edition

2019-06-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
This thread reminds me of my year or so working as a salesman at a VW dealership in Binghamton, NY around 1970. The company magazine we used to get there was entitled "Small World" IIRC, so: Small World - VW Edition Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT Wimps

2019-06-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Most New York City dwellers do not have a garage, basement, or workshop. I grew up in Brooklyn, and my dad was a machinist. I learned from him, my Grandpa, and my uncle. Grandpa owned a six-family house, Dad had a workshop in Grandpa's cellar. I blunder around but manage some things. I've

Re: [MBZ] OT: How long have you been here? Csn you remember?

2019-06-05 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Actually I'm the newer N00b. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curley McLain via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, June 05, 2019 4:43 PM To: Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Cc: Curley McLain Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: How long have you been

Re: [MBZ] Cleaning Injectors

2019-06-05 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Those are tempering temperatures only. Actual hardening requires cherry-red for steel. I'm sure most of you know this better than I do. And someone else mentioned self-cleaning oven, but couldn't that damage the temper of some alloys? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Cleaning Injectors

2019-06-05 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Personally, my preferred scent is "Wet Gun Dog", but Hoppe's is a close second. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dan--- via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, June 05, 2019 10:08 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: d...@penoff.com

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: WAS How long now Wilton's Book

2019-06-04 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Please tell me more. I just did a search in the big wimmens' river, but found nothing. Where do I find a link to info about this book? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of OK Don via Mercedes Sent: Tuesday, June 04, 2019 10:33 AM

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: How long have you been here? Csn you remember?

2019-06-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
long have you been here? Csn you remember? Who am I? Why am I here? On Mon, Jun 3, 2019 at 6:31 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I've been hanging here since early 2009. Previous to that I belonged to a > Diesel Benz list run by John up in Seattle, an

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT Free Lektrick!

2019-06-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
My brother lives in NYS in the Hudson Valley. He says that there's some outfit there that has a deal with the lectrik company. He pays nothing, submits his bills to show what his usage is, and they claim they will cover 100% of his bill in the summer from their solar array. My guess is that

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: ***SPAM*** Kaleb, MB SUV Carfax Please?

2019-06-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Kaleb, MB SUV Carfax Please? When uncle sugar (you and me) pays the shipping, it is quite easy, especially if you can ship to Seattle rather than Long Beach! Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote on 6/3/19 8:57 PM: >> On June 3, 2019 at 1:50 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Kaleb, MB SUV Carfax Please?

2019-06-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
cedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley via Mercedes Sent: Monday, June 03, 2019 6:58 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Mitch Haley Subject: Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Kaleb, MB SUV Carfax Please? > On June 3, 2019 at 1:50 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes > wrote: > > > p

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: OT: How long have you been here? Csn you remember?

2019-06-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I've been hanging here since early 2009. Previous to that I belonged to a Diesel Benz list run by John up in Seattle, and was banned from the Ritter list preemptively. I find this to be the best online community I have encountered, and I've been around since FidoNet and earlier. Even before my

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** FWIW: The DoubleKlebPrice Beater

2019-06-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
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[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Kaleb, MB SUV Carfax Please?

2019-06-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes Sent: Friday, May 31, 2019 2:16 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Cc: Greg Fiorentino Subject: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: ***SPAM*** MB SUV Carfax Please? The GLK is nixed, I'd still like the carfax on

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Flood report Cubit

2019-06-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
And apparently you met the Thousand-Year-Old-Man along the way :-) Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curley McLain via Mercedes Sent: Sunday, June 02, 2019 7:14 PM To: Mercedes_Discussion_List Cc: Curley McLain Subject: [MBZ]

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Drive shaft is the same as a crank shaft

2019-06-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Max: < http://www.goodeatsfanpage.com/collectedinfo/oilsmokepoints.htm> EVOO has a smoke point of 420 F, avocado oil 520 F and a more neutral flavor. My pro chef cousin Mario tells me not to use EVOO for high temperatures, but to add for the flavor after cooking.

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Care given to cars that will be departing

2019-06-01 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I too was puzzled by that part. +1 on if they work they're fine. I have a strong aversion to repairing unbroken things. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, June 01, 2019 5:17 PM To: Mercedes

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: trust fund?

2019-06-01 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
So, if I have sworn an oath to defend the Constitution then that means I can't be a Sovereign Citizen? Shucks. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of archer75--- via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, June 01, 2019 4:27 PM To: Mercedes

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: ***SPAM*** MB SUV Carfax Please?

2019-05-31 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
The GLK is nixed, I'd still like the carfax on the ML pls. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes Sent: Friday, May 31, 2019 10:18 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Cc: Greg Fiorentino Subject: [MBZ

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: ***SPAM*** MB SUV Carfax Please?

2019-05-31 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
What are places to look for rust on these? Greg In the PNW, where cars mold, not rust. -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes Sent: Friday, May 31, 2019 10:18 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Cc: Greg

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