Re: [MBZ] O.T. Acura Lifter Tapping When Cold

2007-12-01 Thread James Zavesky
Have used both. Auto-rx works better than Seafoam. Starting the flush stage for the Auto-rx treatment when the weather breaks. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Rentfro Sent: Saturday, December 01, 2007 9:56 AM

Re: [MBZ] rodbender question

2007-11-08 Thread James Zavesky
Stuck rings? Any carbon in the oil pan? Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin, work Sent: Thursday, November 08, 2007 3:38 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] rodbender question So you have to

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Acura's Cold Tapping

2007-11-03 Thread James Zavesky
One thermostat. If it was used for local travel and the motor was never warmed up I could see that. Didn't thing the EGR valves would cause that. Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, November 03,

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Acura's Cold Tapping

2007-11-02 Thread James Zavesky
and another treatment and should be done. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, November 02, 2007 12:22 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] O.T. Acura's Cold Tapping

Re: [MBZ] re;Knowledge Kaleb C. Striplin

2007-10-25 Thread James Zavesky
and EGR tube issue with the car you have. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robb Taglieri Sent: Thursday, October 25, 2007 10:00 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] re;Knowledge Kaleb C

Re: [MBZ] Low Speed Corner Turning Knock

2007-10-25 Thread James Zavesky
steering damper ( shock like thing ) it connects to the drag link and frame. The other piece is the idler arm. You can get a idler arm rebuild kiit from Rusty as well as the steering damper. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED

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

2007-09-25 Thread James Zavesky
Peter glad you're okay. I've been reading these type of posts on the diesel lists for years. Wouldn't drive anything but a Mercedes irregarless of the year or the associated problems of the car. It's the walkaway factor that I like. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] presale: 300TE IowaQ

2007-09-19 Thread James Zavesky
Loren when lookinh for a new TE the 1994 has the new motor. We had a 1995 E320 and it was great. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Loren Faeth Sent: Wednesday, September 19, 2007 10:47 AM

Re: [MBZ] presale: 300TE IowaQ

2007-09-19 Thread James Zavesky
. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, September 19, 2007 1:48 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] presale: 300TE IowaQ Loren when lookinh for a new TE

Re: [MBZ] populations discussion

2007-09-07 Thread James Zavesky
. It would be used almost exclusively for my wife to take to work - about 15 miles, and would be the car of choice for our Friday night date. Too low gas mileage for much else. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 294k miles -Original Message- From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 6

Re: [MBZ] populations discussion

2007-09-07 Thread James Zavesky
on the 140? 94-95? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'billr' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, September 07, 2007 1:23 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] populations discussion

2007-09-06 Thread James Zavesky
The Key Deer are on No Name Key and Big Pine Key where the National Key Deer Refuge is. Iguanas on the other hand are everywhere and some are monster huge! Saw one in a tree from 20 yards, it had a head as large as a man's. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL??

2007-09-06 Thread James Zavesky
in the A pillar fot the convertible top and the wiring harness's. The 500SL is a piece of cake to work on compared to the 600SEL. So I guess it's all relative. To work on either buy the Dvd from the dealer for that particular chassis, a decent set of tools and a code scanner. James Zavesky -Original

Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL??

2007-09-06 Thread James Zavesky
- Original Message - From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, September 06, 2007 12:42 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL?? I do all my own work on our cars, even after my back operation. Our 1991

Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL??

2007-09-06 Thread James Zavesky
, September 06, 2007 2:19 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL?? On 9/6/07, James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: To work on either buy the Dvd from the dealer for that particular chassis, a decent set of tools and a code scanner. So there is a DVD available

Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL??

2007-09-06 Thread James Zavesky
C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, September 06, 2007 2:53 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL?? There are two ECU's one

Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL??

2007-09-06 Thread James Zavesky
? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, September 06, 2007 12:42 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL?? I do all my own

Re: [MBZ] Oh Crap! Oil in coolant

2007-09-06 Thread James Zavesky
You might want to do a compression test. Simple and easy to do. Two people make the job go quick. A leak down test is better but if you don't have the leak down tester and a air compressor a basic compression test is a start. You can also pressurize the coolant system and see if you get a drop

Re: [MBZ] W140 V12 computers (was Manuals for 1990 300 SL??)

2007-09-06 Thread James Zavesky
for 1990 300 SL??) On 9/6/07, James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are two ECU's one for each ETA. Everything else there are one of - ASR, ASD, Transmission, etc Jim ECU = Electronic Control Unit ETA = ??? Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Spend money? ME?

2007-09-06 Thread James Zavesky
got sick. 5 frickin weeks AND a dented door later I have oil leaks and extra intake manifold gaskets left. So who here can guess what my fall project is going to be? James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent

[MBZ] [ SPAM ] RE: Waxing/Polishing Car

2007-08-24 Thread James Zavesky
I use Turtle Wax applied by hand. Been using it for years. There are probably better products out there and easier application methods but turtle wav applied by hand works for me. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig

[MBZ] [ SPAM ] RE: 240D Noise

2007-08-17 Thread James Zavesky
Waterpump? To isolate the noise maybe remove the belt(s) and see if the noise goes away. Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Friday, August 17, 2007 1:59 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] 240D Noise

Re: [MBZ] leather seats W109

2007-08-06 Thread James Zavesky
Use Leaherique, stuff is amazing http://www.leatherique.com/ Check with Rusty on availability http://www.buymbparts.com/ James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Affzaal.Khan Sent: Monday, August 06, 2007 7:33 PM

[MBZ] [ SPAM ] RE: 78 240D Making Odd Noise

2007-08-04 Thread James Zavesky
Check the front wheel bearings. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Saturday, August 04, 2007 8:15 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] 78 240D Making Odd Noise Howdy - My 240D has a sound

Re: [MBZ] A/C/ R12 availability? (was: Re: windshield misting over after A/C shutdown ('85 300D))

2007-07-25 Thread James Zavesky
fine. I need to find a similar recycle machine for R134 so I can do some work on the 600SEL A/C system - the compressor is making noise. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of ernest breakfield Sent: Wednesday, July 25, 2007 2:58

Re: [MBZ] windshield misting over after A/C shutdown ('85 300D)

2007-07-24 Thread James Zavesky
Low Freon. Your A/C compressor isn't kicking on during specific weather that can cause the windows to condense up. Charge the A/C. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Tuesday, July 24, 2007 9:16 PM

Re: [MBZ] Clean, I'll show you clean

2007-07-18 Thread James Zavesky
What product(s) do use? Thanks Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, July 17, 2007 11:26 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Clean, I'll show you clean I'm just amazed that Rodger

[MBZ] Bosch injector rebuild on 600SEL V12

2007-06-28 Thread James Zavesky
together. Thanks James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] ,92 600SEL

2007-06-25 Thread James Zavesky
the doctor. As long as I can stand straight by the time the wife gets home from work I'm golden. Changed the transmission filter last week. That took two hours. An hour longer than normal. Got stuck on the ground and couldn't get up. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL -Original Message

Re: [MBZ] ,92 600SEL

2007-06-25 Thread James Zavesky
filter and hoses. At 125kmi start planning on doing the timing chain, valve stem seals and guides. Oh yeah pulling away from a Red Light when it goes green STILL puts a smile on my face. It's the 70's all over again but with air bags and ABS. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL -Original

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 190e 2.6 won't start

2007-06-25 Thread James Zavesky
PROTECTED] James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Troy Kocher Sent: Monday, June 25, 2007 8:47 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Fwd: 190e 2.6 won't start Listers, I need some advise on my daughter's car

Re: [MBZ] New car New questions

2007-06-22 Thread James Zavesky
dipstick up to the end of model year 1988 Hope his helps James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Friday, June 22, 2007 1:19 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] New car New questions Okay

Re: [MBZ] 87 300SDL windshield replacement

2007-06-21 Thread James Zavesky
on snaps. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Roger Conlon Sent: Thursday, June 21, 2007 4:18 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] 87 300SDL windshield replacement I have a cracked windshield in my 87 SDL, called

Re: [MBZ] 95 E320

2007-06-06 Thread James Zavesky
and not the evaporator. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Thompson Sent: Wednesday, June 06, 2007 9:47 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 95 E320 Eric, While I still love mine, there are a few

[MBZ] Mercedes Diesel Tools For Sale

2007-03-30 Thread James Zavesky
Mercedes Cartridge. Everything you need to pull and reset codes on your Mercedes. Plus you can add additional Cartridges ( ie: GM ) and their cable to pull and reset there codes. James Zavesky

Re: [MBZ] W140 ??

2007-03-28 Thread James Zavesky
of the shop manual for the W140? A link or .pdf file would be great. Thanks again for your help James. Hope the back is feeling better. Ed On 26/03/07, James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: We have a 1992 600SEL. The 1992-1995 S-Class cars used bio-degradeable wiring harness's under

[MBZ] W140 for sale - 1992 V12

2007-03-28 Thread James Zavesky
to finish it. I will also include a copy of the W140 Dvd I bought from the dealer. Wife drives it 40 miles daily to and from work. Pictures available on request. May consider partial trade. If anyone is interested email me OFFLIST at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thanks James Zavesky

Re: [MBZ] W140 ??

2007-03-27 Thread James Zavesky
OBD1 and the wiring harness's hold up much better. Find a local shop with old school guys working there. Dealerships typically use FNG's because their cheap. But they're also clueless. James Zavesky 1992 600SEL 1991 500SL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 300SD for $250

2007-03-01 Thread James Zavesky
Also 1985 was the first year for ABS James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Werner Fehlauer Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 11:33 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300SD for $250 Bill - there are a lot

Re: [MBZ] my 280CE destroyed by gang bangers

2007-01-30 Thread James Zavesky
Gary Sorry for your loss. We had to put up motion sensitive lights and an IR camera to solve a similar issue. Problem was solved. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Monday, January 29, 2007 4:34 PM

Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase

2007-01-21 Thread James Zavesky
Yeah our V12 gets 11 city and 15 highway. The girls have been letting me drive lately. So today I went to Home Depot to walk around and strengthen my legs and back. Sitting at the traffic light I pulled away at warp speed with half throttle. Back was throbbing after that but the smile on my face

[MBZ] 560SEL purchase

2007-01-20 Thread James Zavesky
Looking at purchasing a 1990 560SEL with 200kmi for a winter beater ( heated seats are a plus ). Any issues with this series car? Looks similar to the 1987 300SDL we had and it won't have the wiring issues/problems that the 1992-1995 S-Class has. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL

Re: [MBZ] what is this and how does it work?

2007-01-16 Thread James Zavesky
diagnostic tool. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John W. Reames III Sent: Tuesday, January 16, 2007 5:23 To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] what is this and how does it work? On Mon, 15 Jan 2007

Re: [MBZ] what is this and how does it work?

2007-01-16 Thread James Zavesky
the proper pins for the system you want to talk to... a multiplexer lets the software handle the selection automagically. The problem is the language spoken between the multiplexer and the software... -j -- Original message -- From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Vergasser vs. Diesel, was 87 TD for sale

2007-01-10 Thread James Zavesky
Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2007 11:22 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Vergasser vs

Re: [MBZ] V12 woes in NE

2007-01-10 Thread James Zavesky
. I'd bet that if a dealer started to badmouth them, or start modifying their cars, they would put a stop to that in a heart beat. Werner - Original Message - From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 2

Re: [MBZ] Vergasser vs. Diesel, was 87 TD for sale

2007-01-09 Thread James Zavesky
able to plate it and drive it. Still pissed - done venting. James Zavesky Well I am not saying all the gas Mercedes are bad, my mother had a 420SEL with 320K miles when it was totaled. The car never had any major problems, but she also got it with under 100k on it from original owner and all

[MBZ] stuck piston ring

2007-01-04 Thread James Zavesky
on to remove the cancer and am relearning how to walk. Sorry Kaleb not for sale. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 49kmi 1992 600SEL 137kmi

Re: [MBZ] Gas vs. diesel prices?

2007-01-04 Thread James Zavesky
Using Regular will kill the MAS air flow sensor. Jim - Original Message - From: John W. Reames III [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, January 04, 2007 1:55 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Gas vs. diesel prices? On Thu, 4 Jan 2007, Levi Smith

[MBZ] compression ratio 300SL

2007-01-04 Thread James Zavesky
Mike As long as the compression amongst all the cylinders is within a couple of percent you should be fine. If you see one cylinder that is significantly different redo the test and proceed with furthur diagnosis. Also you may want to do a wet and dry test. Also consider doing a leak down test

Re: [MBZ] compression ratio 300SL

2007-01-04 Thread James Zavesky
not concerned with compression test results..I am asking the compression RATIO to determine type of fuel quality required to prevent preignition. Thanks, Mike - Original Message - From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent

Re: [MBZ] compression ratio 300SL

2007-01-04 Thread James Zavesky
the compression ratio so I can see if that is the reason why. Thanks, Mike - Original Message - From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, January 04, 2007 4:28 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] compression ratio 300SL should say premium

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300SE Stalls when hot

2007-01-02 Thread James Zavesky
the car off. Major PITA to do, had the idiot monkeys at the dealership do it. They also said it needed the ICV but we opted not to do it and the larger EGR tube solved the problem. James Zavesky - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Merry Christmas to ALL

2006-12-25 Thread James Zavesky
MERRY CHRISTMAS to ALL From The Zavesky's May your year be filled with good health and diesel fumes!

Re: [MBZ] Columbus CL 300D

2006-12-05 Thread James Zavesky
Sunil You got the bug bad don't you? Deb's been pounding the snot out of the C Class wagon the dealer gave us to drive - I keep hearing her voice Beep Beep Little Car Coming Through as she stomps down on the gas peddle! Jim - Original Message - From: Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Re: [MBZ] Columbus CL 300D

2006-12-05 Thread James Zavesky
RENTED A GARAGE to house my cars. I don't own a house, but I own three cars. I'm quite insane. But god bless it, I love these Benzes. On 12/4/06, James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sunil You got the bug bad don't you? Deb's been pounding the snot out of the C Class wagon the dealer

Re: [MBZ] snow tires

2006-11-29 Thread James Zavesky
buy a set of 4 used factory rims off kaleb and a new set of bridgestone blizzaks from tire rack - you'll be fine. that car wil go like a tank in the snow jim - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 29, 2006 5:13 PM

Re: [MBZ] W126 300SD power seats almost done!

2006-11-27 Thread James Zavesky
If I remember right the plastic shell has the numbers 1 and 2 on it for wire postition. take notes when taking it apart. jim - Original Message - From: kevin kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, November 27, 2006 12:04 AM Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] SLS suspension fluid substitutes

2006-11-25 Thread James Zavesky
I've bought and used this before when changing accumulators http://motors.search.ebay.com/?from=R40satitle=Mercedes+OEM+Suspension+Fluid+ Jim - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 25, 2006 4:57 PM Subject: [MBZ] SLS

Re: [MBZ] Happy Thanksgiving

2006-11-23 Thread James Zavesky
We would also like to wish Brian and the great people that subscribe to this list a Happy Thanksgiving and joyful Holiday Season! Jim Deb - Original Message - From: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, November 23, 2006 3:13

Re: [MBZ] Noisy 300D engine

2006-11-20 Thread James Zavesky
What does Injector Nailing Sound Like? Jim - Original Message - From: dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, November 20, 2006 11:51 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Noisy 300D engine My S350 was nailing horribly when I first got it. The

Re: [MBZ] Noisy 300D engine

2006-11-20 Thread James Zavesky
engine James Zavesky wrote: What does Injector Nailing Sound Like? It's a heavy knocking sound, once every time the cylinder fires (so once for every two crank revolutions.) It sounds a lot like pounding a nail into something solid with a hammer, hence the name. It also sounds remarkably

Re: [MBZ] Noisy 300D engine

2006-11-20 Thread James Zavesky
Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, November 20, 2006 3:19 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Noisy 300D engine James Zavesky wrote: great V12 - 12 injectors @ $147.50 equals a lot of money but still less than buying the car new Injector nailing sounds like that in a diesel because

Re: [MBZ] manuals - FREE just pay for shipping

2006-11-15 Thread James Zavesky
direct comparisons with Mercedes and all other competing makes. Actually kinda cool. Jim never did get that market up turn you were looking for on those items, huh? On 11/15/06, James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: anybody on the list want: (1) 1987 OnTrack - small three ring binder

Re: [MBZ] W140

2006-05-11 Thread James Zavesky
series are also know for evaporator issues. If I had to do it over again I'd buy a 1996-1999 S600. They have ODBII and most of the bugs had been worked out by then, especially the later years. Stay away from the 2000-2002 S class with cylinder shutoff. A bad thing. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992

[MBZ] Manuals W126 and W140 For Sale

2006-05-02 Thread James Zavesky
diagrams. Where the Dvd was sourced from. Order No. S-2350-126 $200 Thanks James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL 1995 E320

Re: [MBZ] Too young for a Wagon?

2006-04-28 Thread James Zavesky
options available were heated seats, seat memory/telescoping steering wheel and ASR. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL 1995 E320 - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 28, 2006 3:49 PM Subject: [MBZ] Too young for a Wagon

Re: [MBZ] Who SHOT Wulf?

2006-04-24 Thread James Zavesky
have local law enforcement extract it and do the forensics on it. you may have a shooter in the area you may not know of. James Zavesky - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, April 24, 2006 10:26 AM

Re: [MBZ] W140 door closing system problem

2006-04-21 Thread James Zavesky
in and bend the shit out of the wiring harness and connector and if the read values don't peg the meter it's fine. So I'd be looking at the pump being bad again. They usually warranty their stuff for a year. James Zavesky - Original Message - From: Dave M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] W140 steering pulsing when cold?

2006-04-10 Thread James Zavesky
owner may have had it in upside down, or just a wrong part that was butchered to get it fit. Will try to determine it tommorrow. James Zavesky - Original Message - From: dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, April 10, 2006 5:43 PM

Re: [MBZ] Advice on Timing Chain Replacement (was: 300td timingchainissues)

2006-04-07 Thread James Zavesky
Call Rusty and give him the VIN from your car. He will get you the right parts for your car. Such as the timing chain and chain tensioner. 8007415252 He's the list sponsor James Zavesky - Original Message - From: hue wong [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Failing Window Motor

2006-03-31 Thread James Zavesky
motor is dying or dead rusty has them James Zavesky - Original Message - From: Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, March 30, 2006 8:03 PM Subject: [MBZ] Failing Window Motor My passenger window operation has become progressivly

Re: [MBZ] TDC #1 cylinder

2006-03-31 Thread James Zavesky
look on the crank pulley/harmonic balancer for the marking labeled OT The IP is set to 15 degrees ATDC James Zavesky - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, March 31, 2006 10:16 AM Subject: [MBZ] TDC #1 cylinder What is the best way to put

Re: [MBZ] An SL for wifey?

2006-03-24 Thread James Zavesky
The SL320 ( 129.063 ) used the 104.991 engine which is an inline 6 produced from 1994 to 1997. James Zavesky - Original Message - From: Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, March 24, 2006 8:44 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] An SL for wifey

Re: [MBZ] An SL for wifey?

2006-03-24 Thread James Zavesky
on the 2000-2002 S-Class with cylinder shutoff. Biodegradeable wiring is a blessing compared to these. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL 1995 E320 - Original Message - From: Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, March 24, 2006 9:53 AM

Re: [MBZ] Possible cure for separated http links

2006-03-11 Thread James Zavesky
to keep the link active try this enclose the pasted link in angle brackets pasted link James Zavesky - Original Message - From: BillR [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, March 11, 2006 6:00 AM Subject: [MBZ] Possible cure for separated

Re: [MBZ] More good stuff

2006-03-07 Thread James Zavesky
- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of James Zavesky Sent: Friday, March 03, 2006 3:13 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] More good stuff Hey Rusty What about W124 front end parts? There was a request last month for them but they never went

Re: [MBZ] More good stuff

2006-03-03 Thread James Zavesky
Hey Rusty What about W124 front end parts? There was a request last month for them but they never went on special And some of us have the W124 chassis James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL 1995 E320 - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Loosing oil

2006-02-26 Thread James Zavesky
there is a large Grommet ontop of the oil pan that dries out and if I remember right there is a 'O' ring between the two tubes Call Rusty at 1 800 741 5252 he's familiar with those parts James Zavesky - Original Message - From: Bruce Lulfs [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Photos of W124 evaporator cleaning

2006-02-18 Thread James Zavesky
what cleaner did you use? James Zavesky - Original Message - From: Dave M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, February 17, 2006 8:30 PM Subject: [MBZ] Photos of W124 evaporator cleaning Hi all, I cleaned the evaporator on my 300E

Re: [MBZ] W124 TD rear leveling

2006-02-10 Thread James Zavesky
days of driving. James Zavesky - Original Message - From: Jeff Zedic [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, February 09, 2006 6:35 PM Subject: [MBZ] W124 TD rear leveling Gentlemen, I've just replaced the accumlator cells on the rear

Re: [MBZ] S600 wiring

2006-01-31 Thread James Zavesky
] On Behalf Of James Zavesky Sent: Monday, January 30, 2006 10:15 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] S600 wiring the wiring degrades! Plan on replacing ALL the harness'. The ETA's harness is also know to degrade, fortunately my ETA's were fine. Replacing the evaporator

Re: [MBZ] S600 wiring

2006-01-31 Thread James Zavesky
injection harness are the most replaced item and then the engine harness. you'll go through alot more injection harness's because it sits on top the motor where the heat is. alot of this has to do with the averall amount of heat in the engine compartment. I added one of the 92 degree fan switch

Re: [MBZ] 12 Cyl 600S?

2006-01-30 Thread James Zavesky
402 horsepower 428 torque Amazing car to drive. Love ours. Lots of power. Wiring sucks. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL 1995 E320 - Original Message - From: Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 30, 2006 1:05 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 12 Cyl 600S

Re: [MBZ] 12 Cyl 600S vs 8 Cyl 500

2006-01-30 Thread James Zavesky
: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 30, 2006 9:59 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 12 Cyl 600S? 402 horsepower 428 torque Amazing car to drive. Love ours. Lots of power. Wiring sucks. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL

Re: [MBZ] S600 wiring

2006-01-30 Thread James Zavesky
. James Zavesky James - I have been toying with the idea of getting an S600 - one on ebay now looks pretty good, but I am not ready to make the jump. What is the problem with the wiring? I thought pre '94's should be ok. For all those who offered help with the erratic blinker: It is still

Re: [MBZ] 1st gear start mod

2006-01-26 Thread James Zavesky
Dave, Read the same post, spent the morning looking at the exploded parts diagram in the EPC looking for the spring he was talking about. This would be sweet on our V12 now that BergWerks is gone and if the dealer can do it for $150 it just may be well worth it. James Zavesky - Original

Re: [MBZ] The Car has arrived

2006-01-24 Thread James Zavesky
Good for you. James Zavesky - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2006 9:24 AM Subject: [MBZ] The Car has arrived Well, I made it back from Florida in my (new to me) 1990 300SEL. I love it!! The 126

[MBZ] List Down?

2006-01-22 Thread James Zavesky
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Re: [MBZ] MBCA Route 66

2006-01-20 Thread James Zavesky
The dates are for the Historic Route 66 Tour from Chicago, IL to Santa Monica, CA. is September 16 - 30, 2006. Full details can be found at the link below: http://www.mbca.org/pages/Route66/Route_66_2006.htm James Zavesky - Original Message - From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] MBCA Route 66

2006-01-20 Thread James Zavesky
: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, January 20, 2006 2:03 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBCA Route 66 tempting. you going, jim? On 1/20/06, James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The dates are for the Historic Route 66 Tour from Chicago, IL

Re: [MBZ] Oh lord

2006-01-18 Thread James Zavesky
Debs wagon needs a new hood ornament Jim - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Banned List [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 17, 2006 9:39 PM Subject: [MBZ] Oh lord

Re: [MBZ] barrett-jackson auction

2006-01-18 Thread James Zavesky
] barrett-jackson auction no, why? James Zavesky wrote: anybody watching the barrett-jackson auction on speedtv? James Zavesky ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb Car Fax Request

2006-01-12 Thread James Zavesky
GuideĀ® Vehicle History Report is not a guarantee of the quality of any used vehicle. There could be other problems with this vehicle that have not been reported to Consumer GuideĀ® or Experian. Please read our full disclaimer. James Zavesky wrote: thx a little more tired than I thought

Re: [MBZ] I need your help on how to finalize a vehicle purchaseon eBay!

2006-01-11 Thread James Zavesky
walk away from the deal, fraud has been increasing on ebay jim - Original Message - From: kayoooh @ gmail [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 12:49 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I need your help on how to finalize a vehicle purchaseon eBay! Hello Folks,

Re: [MBZ] O.T.Fake ebay email

2006-01-11 Thread James Zavesky
forward it to [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 10:48 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] O.T.Fake ebay email This is the first ebay one I've received. Normally I get the ones

Re: [MBZ] Here we go again

2006-01-11 Thread James Zavesky
welcome back johnny! James Zavesky - Original Message - From: John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2006 2:31 PM Subject: [MBZ] Here we go again Now that I'm back from my FEMA deployment in Louisiana,Texas and Florida, I may have enough

[MBZ] Kaleb Car Fax Request

2006-01-11 Thread James Zavesky
should come back to a 2001 S600 TIA James Zavesky

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb Car Fax Request

2006-01-11 Thread James Zavesky
-Original Message- From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Jan 11, 2006 5:44 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] Kaleb Car Fax Request should come back to a 2001 S600 TIA James Zavesky ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Here comes an oil thread -- Sorry in advance it is a newtopic though its about a gasser

2006-01-10 Thread James Zavesky
I use Mobil 1 15W-50 in all three of the ours, buy it at Walmart James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL 1995 E320 - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2006 5:22 PM Subject: [MBZ] Here comes an oil thread -- Sorry

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