Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I am doing some reading and JB weld was mentioned as well, coating the threads with it.  I will supposedly hold it in but can still be removed later On 8/21/2018 6:32 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Looks like a Penske rental might be the next best alternative On 8/21/2018 6:31

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
on 14 September. Bob R Sent from my iPhone On Aug 21, 2018, at 4:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: No On 8/21/2018 6:14 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: Can the ‘05 tow the ‘98 back? Sent from my iPhone On Aug 21, 2018, at 2:14 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Does it seem like its the bolt that is stripped or the case? On 8/21/2018 6:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: No On 8/21/2018 6:14 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: Can the ‘05 tow the ‘98 back? Sent from my iPhone On Aug 21, 2018, at 2:14 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
No On 8/21/2018 6:14 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: Can the ‘05 tow the ‘98 back? Sent from my iPhone On Aug 21, 2018, at 2:14 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: So the big center bolt backed out? The fan is not hard to remove just need a little stubby 8mm Allen of some sort

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
So the big center bolt backed out? The fan is not hard to remove just need a little stubby 8mm Allen of some sort and a way to hold the clutch from rotating. It’s very easy to replace water pump while it’s apart. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 21, 2018, at 9:30 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Giving Out my VIN

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I would not think so Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 21, 2018, at 1:06 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > I am casually trying to sell my pickup. Some dude messaged me asking for the > VIN so he could run a car fax. Any risk in that? > > Bob R > > Sent from my iPhone >

Re: [MBZ] I'm thinking about this. CARFAX???

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Has the filter been changed? Vehicle History Report™ 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 VIN: 4JGAB54E1XA060094 4 DOOR WAGON/SPORT UTILITY 3.2L V6 F SOHC GASOLINE ALL WHEEL DRIVE Accident reported: minor damage CARFAX 1-Owner vehicle 28 Service history records Personal

Re: [MBZ] 123 Facebook group

2018-08-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
ne > >> On Aug 19, 2018, at 1:10 PM, G Mann via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> "Ignorance is Bliss" >> >> We now live in the most blissful time in history... >> >> On Sun, Aug 19, 2018 at 9:57 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < >>

[MBZ] 123 Facebook group

2018-08-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
So I made a post about changing all of your fuses which then lead to a bunch of old timers popping up out of the woodwork which then lead to discussing Marshall which then lead to discussing how some of us have many many many years experience working on these cars, along that lines. At no time

Re: [MBZ] Break caliber ceased

2018-08-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Walmart has it now Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 18, 2018, at 5:18 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Sometimes its difficult to find DOT 4. My local Autozone didn't carry it for > a long time. I'm not sure what finally got them to have it. Strangely they'd > have DOT 5 but not DOT

[MBZ] Thinking about a car I should not have sold

2018-08-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Break caliber ceased

2018-08-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
How old are the hoses? Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 17, 2018, at 2:54 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I was driving the 560SEC this afternoon and it was doing the front end > shaking thing again (it has been intermittent) and when I stopped at s light > after driving about

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1985 Mercedes Benz 300CD Turbo Diesel Coupe

2018-08-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Can’t tell a whole lot from the photos provided Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 17, 2018, at 11:59 AM, Frederick Moir via Mercedes > wrote: > > CD Cheep cheep project. > > -- Forwarded message - > From: > Date: Fri, Aug 17, 2018 at 12:04 PM > Subject: 1985 Mercedes Benz 300CD

Re: [MBZ] W116 rear seat pads - sources

2018-08-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Unbelievable. I assume if 126 is not available 123 or 115 is not either. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 15, 2018, at 12:20 AM, David Bruckmann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Well, after exhaustive searching everywhere, there does not appear to be an > aftermarket source of W116 rear seatback pads.

Re: [MBZ] cf. the $500 99 E300D

2018-08-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Yep Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 10, 2018, at 2:44 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > My 79 240D had dual climate control. > . > . > > . > . > Two knobs > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On Aug 10, 2018 2:32 PM, "Mitch Haley via Mercedes" > wrote: > > My S210 has right and

Re: [MBZ] Resetting ECM was: Re: Whither the OBD Port in a 1986 300E?

2018-08-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
ree hours > with no trouble, could conk out after ten minutes. Also has sluggish > performance from a standing start. Coil and ignition module replaced so > far. > >> On Fri, Aug 10, 2018 at 7:08 AM Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> So tell me again what

Re: [MBZ] Resetting ECM was: Re: Whither the OBD Port in a 1986 300E?

2018-08-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
So tell me again what it is doing? And what has been replaced so far? Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 10, 2018, at 6:12 AM, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Having gone through the laundry list, we're thinking bad ECM. Can this be > reflashed? Are they universal, or, if I get a

[MBZ] ML parts

2018-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I need to get around to replacing the front and rear bumper on this 03 ML I picked up a while back so I can do something with it. Also need a grille. If anybody happens to see any let me know. Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Facebook W123 idiots

2018-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
these younger guys are getting interested in >> these cars but they needs ta do sum larnin. I like the passion and all but >> they need some smarts to go with it before wunnum kills hisself. >> >> --FT >> Sent from iPhone >> >>> On Aug 8, 2018, at 7:23 PM, Ka

Re: [MBZ] Facebook W123 idiots

2018-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
n these > cars but they needs ta do sum larnin. I like the passion and all but they > need some smarts to go with it before wunnum kills hisself. > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > >> On Aug 8, 2018, at 7:23 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> So

[MBZ] Facebook W123 idiots

2018-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
So I mentioned before about these Facebook kids on this W123 group talking about their cars overheating.  Sometimes the things I see on there cause my blood pressure to raise with how idiotic some of these people are.  I am not sure why or how these people fell in love with the 123 but the

[MBZ] Dave needs this

2018-08-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1976 Mercedes Benz SEL 6.9 - parts/restore https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/d/1976-mercedes-benz-sel-69/6661421518.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] BAT crack

2018-08-02 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
It seems that a lot of common 123 parts are no longer available such as coded ignition tumblers. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 2, 2018, at 9:38 PM, ROGER HALE via Mercedes > wrote: > > I think the 123 is more popular because of its ease of repair and that parts > are still available. I

[MBZ] serious crack head

2018-08-02 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-Diesel-Injection-Pump-Tools-617589082100-601589052100-601589051400/202390578440?hash=item2f1f6b2508:g:q1oAAOSwliJbY4Kz --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] BAT crack

2018-08-02 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
arce. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Aug 2, 2018 7:20 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote: Why does this keep continuing?  I figured a few cars selling for crack price was a fad, but it keep on happening over and over and over.  P

[MBZ] BAT crack

2018-08-02 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Why does this keep continuing?  I figured a few cars selling for crack price was a fad, but it keep on happening over and over and over.  Perhaps I should have put my Cab on BAT? https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1982-mercedes-benz-300td-turbo-7/ --- This email has been checked for viruses

Re: [MBZ] Under 10K miles 1973 450SE but it has a cracked dash

2018-08-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Yes Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 1, 2018, at 2:18 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > > Is it really a 3spd? > > I love the 116 look. I suppose these are hard on gas... > > -Curt > > On Wednesday, August 1, 2018, 2:24:44 PM EDT, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wro

Re: [MBZ] Under 10K miles 1973 450SE but it has a cracked dash

2018-08-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
My 240d has a crack free dash. Had a 82 300d once that did also Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 1, 2018, at 12:33 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > All 4 of my W123's had cracked dash cover. Couple weeks,ago found an 82 > 300CD that friend bought with perfect original dash surprised.

Re: [MBZ] Under 10K miles 1973 450SE but it has a cracked dash

2018-08-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Those are possibly the most undesirable cars mb ever made Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 1, 2018, at 10:05 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Wonder how high this will go. > >

[MBZ] When a moron takes drugs

2018-07-31 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1990 Mercedes 350SDL https://springfield.craigslist.org/cto/d/1990-mercedes-350sdl/6658502866.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Brake Drag

2018-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
You need to replace the brake hoses. They are swollen shut internally Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 29, 2018, at 7:42 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yesterday I diagnosed a low MPG problem with an infrared thermometer. > When one front brake is 100 deg and the other is 160, you

Re: [MBZ] What should I buy?

2018-07-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I do know the Sonic is dropped for next year Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 25, 2018, at 8:42 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On July 25, 2018 at 9:34 PM Mountain Man via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> >> Curley wrote: >>> Get her a frod taurus off lease. Or a rice burner. Hyundi

Re: [MBZ] $17,500 for Jamie's blue W108

2018-07-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Jaime is rich Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 25, 2018, at 4:39 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1968-mercedes-benz-250s-4/ > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] What should I buy?

2018-07-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
She never sold anything so I got tired of paying for all the fees every month Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 25, 2018, at 2:10 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 25/07/2018 2:06 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: >>> On July 25, 2018 at 2:56 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes >>>

Re: [MBZ] What should I buy?

2018-07-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Is it diesel? Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 25, 2018, at 2:06 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On July 25, 2018 at 2:56 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> >> Sell them all. >> Buy yourself a newer MB if that is what you really want. >> Lease a new Chevy Malibu for

Re: [MBZ] What should I buy?

2018-07-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Lease a new Chevy Malibu for your wife. > > RB > > >> On 25/07/2018 1:53 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> So regardless if I sell the cabriolet or not, I’m getting some cars ready to >> go and am thinking about some sort of newer car to buy so the wif

[MBZ] What should I buy?

2018-07-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
So regardless if I sell the cabriolet or not, I’m getting some cars ready to go and am thinking about some sort of newer car to buy so the wife will quit complaining about these old cars. Something I won’t have to work on as much. She already has her R320 which I need to get this fuel rail

Re: [MBZ] 606 fuel filters

2018-07-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
harleston SC > '87 300TD > '95 E300 > >> On July 25, 2018 1:53:34 AM GMT+02:00, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" >> wrote: >> Why do 606 engines eat the center gasket on the spin on fuel filters. I >> just had to replace the filter in my 95 because

Re: [MBZ] 606 fuel filters

2018-07-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
No more than 10% bio around here Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 25, 2018, at 6:54 AM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'd check the bolt for burrs, won't help if you tear it up getting it in. > > Otherwise, do you have lots of biodiesel in your local supply? That can eat > rubber,

[MBZ] Mental health issues?

2018-07-24 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] One For Dan P

2018-07-24 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Not really. The big problem with them was back then people did not know how to work on them (dealers) Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 24, 2018, at 7:41 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > It is still a POS. Rumor of not, it doesn't matter. A POS is a POS. > > Kal

[MBZ] 606 fuel filters

2018-07-24 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Why do 606 engines eat the center gasket on the spin on fuel filters. I just had to replace the filter in my 95 because it started getting to where it had no power when trying to pass a vehicle for example. I have had this happen in just about every 606 I have owned. I usually notice it more in

Re: [MBZ] One For Dan P

2018-07-23 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
The 5.7 was built from the ground up as a diesel, it was never a converted gas engine. This is a rumor. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 23, 2018, at 6:41 PM, Larry Turner via Mercedes > wrote: > > Was the change that big or just the fact VW management deceived them? I seem > to recall the

[MBZ] Some sort of scam?

2018-07-23 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1989 Mercedes-Benz 420 Series Black https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/ctd/d/1989-mercedes-benz-420-series/6650829294.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] this looks clean

2018-07-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] The 99 E300 I picked up last week

2018-07-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
This is the car that was in limp mode, I reset it, and it seemed to shift gears again but does not seem to be shifting into 5th and still going into partial limp mode or something.  I pulled the trans computer today and it was bone dry, but its got to be leaking somewhere so I need to get

Re: [MBZ] One for Poos

2018-07-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Usually Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 19, 2018, at 2:41 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Does a MBZ battery imply above average maintenance? > > Mitch. > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] One For Dan P

2018-07-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
This could actually be a car worth messing with. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 19, 2018, at 1:30 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks like a cool car but the ignition switch is buggered. Wonder what it > means it needs a distributor to run? Injection pump or something? Wonder

Re: [MBZ] Well documented 1983 240D on BAT

2018-07-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Uhhh the 240D manny I got sitting in my shop is every bit as nice as this one. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 18, 2018, at 5:30 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes > wrote: > > 17K. Perhaps the most money paid for an automatic 240D. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jul 18, 2018, at 6:25 PM, Dimitri via

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300SE engine?

2018-07-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
560 is even better Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 17, 2018, at 5:54 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes > wrote: > > Lousy milage, the 420 is a much better car. Faster, better milage, and less > prone to leaks. > > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To

Re: [MBZ] Dune

2018-07-16 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I’m not 100% sure I have ever been able to sit thru the entire movie. I have seen bits and pieces. It’s sort of like 2001 in that regard. I had attempted to watch that movie several times and could never make it thru it. I finally was able to then eventually came to think of it as a

Re: [MBZ] Dune

2018-07-16 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
And what the heck is spice? And I remember something about large worms or something. I think you have to be high in crack cocaine and listing cars on Craigslist to understand it. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 16, 2018, at 8:02 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > > Well it has Capta

Re: [MBZ] Dune

2018-07-16 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Well it has Captain Picard in it. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 16, 2018, at 8:01 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Spice, and water. > > - > Max > Charleston SC > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Dune

2018-07-16 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
No, I see it’s on TV and that is one movie I could never figure out. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 16, 2018, at 7:54 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Selling tickets to 60's hippies who are stoned and want a fantasy escape. > > On Mon, Jul 16, 2018 at 5:51 PM, Kal

[MBZ] Dune

2018-07-16 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Has anyone every figured out what Dune is supposed to be about? Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Trespassing

2018-07-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I suspect somebody has been trespassing. Yesterday I noticed the hood star broken off and laying on the cowling below windshield. That was odd. I then got to looking at the other cars in the front 40 and noticed several cars had their stars turned or bent one way or another. None others were

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Diesel 1994 mercedes S350 turbo diesel

2018-07-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Holy crap hopefully somebody is going to jump on that. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2018, at 1:20 PM, Frederick Moir via Mercedes > wrote: > > Diesel 1994 mercedes S350 turbo diesel > > https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/6641768075.html > > Fred Moir > > Lynn MA > Diesel preferred >

[MBZ] Somebody needs this

2018-07-14 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1972 Mercedes 309d https://columbiamo.craigslist.org/cto/d/1972-mercedes-309d/6641976316.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Why I work on my own cars

2018-07-14 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
the radiator? > > They have to take off the radiator cap to change tars? Or to add the new > oil? (Assuming they DID put oil in) Have you checked the oil? > > Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> Yesterday I took one of our company cars into the tire place to get new >&g

Re: [MBZ] Lot party today

2018-07-14 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
No, moving cars from one side of the yard to the other so I can mow Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 14, 2018, at 9:24 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Back 40 full, fillin up the front 40? > > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list

[MBZ] POOS

2018-07-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
https://www.ebay.com/itm/332715075183?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1558.l2649=true --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] Why I work on my own cars

2018-07-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Yesterday I took one of our company cars into the tire place to get new tires and an oil change. Also the ac was not cooling but compressor was kicking on and off (cutting out too quick), so it has a charge but is low. I pick car up today. They got tires and oil change done but could not do

Re: [MBZ] Could be good with a bit of dickering

2018-07-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Not bad, well optioned Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 13, 2018, at 1:06 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Set Kleb on the seller > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1997-mercedes-benz-e300/6641244510.html > > -- > --FT > > > ___ >

[MBZ] Nice but priced on the high side

2018-07-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1987 Mercedes Benz 300TDT Turbo Diesel Station Wagon https://santafe.craigslist.org/cto/d/1987-mercedes-benz-300tdt/6616617452.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

[MBZ] Yet another pontoon

2018-07-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1959 Mercedes Benz 190D-b With Webasto Roof, Parts Car https://stlouis.craigslist.org/pts/d/1959-mercedes-benz-190d-with/6640893976.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] Swiss cheese

2018-07-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
84' Mercedes-benz 300d https://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/d/84-mercedes-benz-300d/6641545975.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] So this was kind of weird ...

2018-07-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
For that price it should be in top condition with functional ac, power accessories, good battery etc. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 12, 2018, at 8:35 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > I went and looked at one of the W116 300SDs Mitch mentioned in an email: > >

[MBZ] Exhaust hangers

2018-07-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Does anybody know if it’s the donut hangers that are used for 126 exhaust or the square ones? I was thinking square but from looking the up online it looks like maybe donuts are used for the rear and square used in the center? Sent from my iPhone ___

Re: [MBZ] 1986 300E Ignition Resistor?

2018-07-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Does it cut out instantly or start running like crap then stumbles and dies? Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 12, 2018, at 8:21 AM, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Starts, runs and drives smooth for a few minutes until the temp under the > hood rises, at which point it cuts out. I'm

Re: [MBZ] AAA V MCA

2018-07-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
illon via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> No. >> >> - >> Max >> Charleston SC >> >> On Wed, Jul 11, 2018 at 7:47 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >> >>> I hav

Re: [MBZ] 1986 300E Ignition Resistor?

2018-07-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Are you saying it got worse? I am assuming these were used parts so maybe they are worse than what was in the car? Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 11, 2018, at 8:17 PM, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Latest update: Replaced both the coil and the ignition module, and it's > now

Re: [MBZ] Interesting 1995 E300D

2018-07-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
19:31:08 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> Carfax shows it had 387k in 2012. I find it hard to believe it added >> nearly 200k miles in 6 years, but I guess it’s possible. > > 175 kmi in 6 years is 29.17 kmi / year, which is 2,431 miles per

Re: [MBZ] Interesting 1995 E300D

2018-07-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Yes Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 11, 2018, at 9:19 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On July 11, 2018 at 8:12 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" >> wrote: >> >> >> Wow it’s identical to mine. Too bad it’s rusty. > &g

Re: [MBZ] Interesting 1995 E300D

2018-07-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Except this is a 124 Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 11, 2018, at 7:53 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Craig sez: > >> Odometer: 562,353 mi (ACTUAL) > > > Which demonstrates the durability of the W210 chassis. Precisely why I would > recommend one to anyone with a bit of DIY

Re: [MBZ] Interesting 1995 E300D

2018-07-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Carfax shows it had 387k in 2012. I find it hard to believe it added nearly 200k miles in 6 years, but I guess it’s possible. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 11, 2018, at 7:12 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > > Wow it’s identical to mine. Too bad it’s rusty. > > Sent from my iPho

Re: [MBZ] Interesting 1995 E300D

2018-07-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Wow it’s identical to mine. Too bad it’s rusty. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 11, 2018, at 7:10 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > https://www.copart.com/lot/37338228 > > Odometer: 562,353 mi (ACTUAL) > > > Craig > <1ca7a941-397d-43b5-aa8a-13bda3bd0f68.JPG> >

[MBZ] AAA V MCA

2018-07-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I have AAA and saw an ad somewhere for MCA, which is a different roadside service.  I do not think I have ever heard of them.  Main difference I see is they are a little more expense but have unlimited towing or service calls up to 100 miles as opposed to AAA which has up to 5 calls per year

Re: [MBZ] Final results for 1985 CA Version 300TD on BAT

2018-07-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Probably not. On 7/10/2018 8:18 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On July 10, 2018 at 10:03 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Nice car for an unreasonable price -- $35K.

Re: [MBZ] W210 diesels

2018-07-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Damn Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 10, 2018, at 5:44 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > Close but no cigar. They all had to be white! > > RB > >> On 10/07/2018 5:42 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> After hauling home a 96 e300 toda

[MBZ] W210 diesels

2018-07-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
After hauling home a 96 e300 today, I now own 1 each of every year of the w210 diesel. The 96, 98, and 99 are all white and the 97 is black. So do I win a prize or anything? Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Joining the list

2018-07-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Scroll down and you will see Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 9, 2018, at 2:28 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > A local W123 owner wants to join the list. Someone remind me how please? > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] I may have to auction my W123 wagon

2018-07-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I can’t believe how stupid people Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 9, 2018, at 2:12 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Off the charts bidding for a CA version '85 300TD that has imperfections. > >

Re: [MBZ] 2005 E320 CDI

2018-07-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Those are good engines. They have the computer controlled brake system that can be expensive to fix Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 9, 2018, at 1:35 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://nh.craigslist.org/cto/d/2005-mercedes-e320-cdi-diesel/6627934032.html > > Anything worth

Re: [MBZ] The w210 turbo diesel with bad transmission

2018-07-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Most likely yes. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 8, 2018, at 6:30 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Will this be your new daily driver, once you get the transmission sorted? > > - > Max > Charleston SC > > On Sun, Jul 8, 2018 at 6:48 PM,

Re: [MBZ] The w210 turbo diesel with bad transmission

2018-07-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
No rust. This is a very clean car. It is about as clean as the e320 I found for Poos. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 8, 2018, at 5:44 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yep, looks like a great purchase. No rust presumably, and white is a great > color for a hot climate. > >

Re: [MBZ] Uhh what is this and how do I get it out of my shop

2018-07-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Well I think it was the one mmm posted. I tried getting him out and ended up going the other way where a bunch of engines are stored. I crawled out the other side of this area and I had him cornered and moved some stuff to try and get him out the other door. At some point he moved from that

Re: [MBZ] Test?

2018-07-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I’m hauling a car back from Dallas. Just made it back into Tulsa. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 8, 2018, at 12:04 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Everyone enjoying the day and not posting, I assume. > > Rick > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com >

Re: [MBZ] Maple yellow 1980 300SD - well bought?

2018-07-07 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
It’s a rusty pile of crap Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 7, 2018, at 9:06 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > I love the color combination. > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1980-mercedes-benz-300sd-7/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2018-07-03 >

Re: [MBZ] My latest acquisition

2018-07-07 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I don’t know yet. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 7, 2018, at 3:25 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > How much you want for it? > > > Rick > > From: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Sent: July 7, 2018 2:33 PM > To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; davesl...@okiebenz.com > Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] My latest acquisition

2018-07-07 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I forgot to mention, it even has clear headlight lens Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 7, 2018, at 2:32 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > > Picked up a very clean 2 owner 99 e300 with leather and Bose and leather, > books and original window sticker. Trans is in limp mode. Hope just nee

[MBZ] My latest acquisition

2018-07-07 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Picked up a very clean 2 owner 99 e300 with leather and Bose and leather, books and original window sticker. Trans is in limp mode. Hope just need a reset but worse case probably conductor plate. Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] Finally back home! (long)

2018-07-07 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
the glow plug relay being stuck on. Once the car was started relay could have been unplugged to avoid draining the batter. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 7, 2018, at 10:54 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > > >> On July 7, 2018 at 9:09 AM "Kaleb C. Stripli

Re: [MBZ] Finally back home! (long)

2018-07-07 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Yep Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 7, 2018, at 8:24 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Did the AC start working correctly after fixing the GP relay? > > - > Max > Charleston SC > > On Sat, Jul 7, 2018 at 9:09 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Merc

Re: [MBZ] Finally back home! (long)

2018-07-07 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
That would be the one. First time I can say I have had a glow plug relay stick in the on position but have heard of it happening before Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 7, 2018, at 7:47 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Craig: Truly an epic adventure, really enjoyed finally meeting

Re: [MBZ] Delo 15W40 diesel oel

2018-07-06 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
If you are going by FSS you need to run synthetic Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 6, 2018, at 1:29 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Costco have 3 gallons for $27, says it is for all diesel engines, had some > codes on it I forget now. Seems like a pretty good price, I hardly go to

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re !123 Rear Semi-Trailing arm

2018-07-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
It’s really not that hard. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 5, 2018, at 7:29 PM, Rdeafboy via Mercedes > wrote: > > My 1983 240D had the rear passenger side Biltstein shock broke through the > trailing arm where it rusted/broke out. The spring is still intact in the > arm . it caused the

[MBZ] Pontoon alert

2018-07-04 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
This is about 20 minutes away from me Check out what I found on Facebook Marketplace. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/184538185576777 Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Last 240 Trip

2018-07-04 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Hahahahaha Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 4, 2018, at 5:27 AM, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes > wrote: > > (insert unkind joke about the granite stretch 123 being almost as fast as > the real thing here) ;-) > > -MMM- > > On Tue, Jul 3, 2018 at 11:31 PM, archer75--- via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] Interesting aux input solution

2018-07-04 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
ue, Jul 3, 2018 at 11:31 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> IT CAN NOT WORKABLE WITH ALL BUT PART OF YEAR AND PART OF MODEL >> >> --FT >> Sent from iPhone >> >>> On Jul 3, 2018, at 11:52 PM, Kaleb C. Stripli

[MBZ] Interesting aux input solution

2018-07-03 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Looks like it plugs in where the CD changer would go and does bluetooth and USB etc. https://www.amazon.com/Mercedes-Adapter-Interface-Lightning-1994-1998/dp/B07C2SG5NR/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics=UTF8=1530676244=1-4=YATOUR+mercedes --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG.

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