[MBZ] 2007 Mercedes Benz ML320CDI for Andrew

2020-04-20 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
This is the cheapest price I’ve seen on one of these. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 2019 Sprinter 685 miles, Low MIleage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/happy-valley-2007-mercedes-benz-ml-320/7110822876.html Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] OT - Patching PVC Sprinkler Line Hack

2020-04-20 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy!! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 2019 Sprinter 750 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard, no news yet Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 20, 2020, at 4:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Success! At least partially. > > I

Re: [MBZ] Half off at Wiha

2020-04-16 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
We Ha Allen drivers. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 2019 Sprinter 720 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard, no news in a while, still in the shop Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 16, 2020, at 7:00 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] OT - No Nuclear Kitty

2020-04-02 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
What a cat! I hope she lives a little longer. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 650 miles, Low MIleage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 2, 2020, at 5:25 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > I’ve mentioned th

Re: [MBZ] OT PSA

2020-04-02 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
That was very interesting! Do I have permission to share this information? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 650 miles, Low MIleage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard, still in the shop Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 2, 2020, at 7:48 AM, Floyd Thursby via Merce

Re: [MBZ] Volvo PV544 on BAT

2020-03-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
it, so we decided to prepare it for a full restoration which was never to be. We ended up giving it away a few years later. Hopefully, it’s still around or donated parts to another driver. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 650 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage

Re: [MBZ] FW: 1982 Mercedes 240D diesel low miles all original

2020-03-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
If that was in my area, I WOULD BE ALL OVER IT!!! The ones around here are priced much higher when one does come up for sale. I hope mine is released from captivity soon. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 650 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard

Re: [MBZ] Shelving

2020-03-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
assemble them, but the top two can be a bit difficult. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 650 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High MIleage Hildegard most likely hibernating to wait out Covid-19 Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 29, 2020, at 4:35 PM, Kaleb Striplin

Re: [MBZ] St Patrick

2020-03-17 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
-in business. There’s plenty of area out back to run them! The Doodle puppies will have plenty of space to run and play, and all of this will cost over $100K less than the selling price of our current city residence!! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 630 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der

Re: [MBZ] Okiebenz Covid-19 policy

2020-03-16 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
We have enough toilet paper, and also, we have bidet toilet seats, the only way to GO!! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 620 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard, still at the shop Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 16, 2020, at 6:11 PM, Curt Raym

Re: [MBZ] It’s hard to tell fact from fiction

2020-03-13 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Yes it is. You should try it, if you can find some available. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 600 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard still under general anesthesia Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 13, 2020, at 9:07 AM, Andrew Strasfogel

Re: [MBZ] Radio works Larry's 300D

2020-02-22 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Congratulations and attaboy!! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 2019 Sprinter 470 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard, Im Laden Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 22, 2020, at 5:21 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Thanks Dan, > &g

Re: [MBZ] will be a Gym with some elbow grease

2020-02-16 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Doing elbow grease on these old Mercedes is kind of like going to the gym! Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 16, 2020, at 12:05 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/535075387430149/ > > 1995 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 500 Coupe 2D > > > -- > --FT

Re: [MBZ] I leave town and people get a brilliant idea to buy the kid a car while I am gone

2020-02-15 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
It sounds like they paid about $800 too much! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 336 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard waiting for her new power plant Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2020, at 4:06 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] 1980 Mercedes 300sd Turbo Diesel - cars & trucks - by owner -...

2020-02-15 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
wonders for it! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 336 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2020, at 7:36 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > You'd never wonder which was your car in a huge parking l

[MBZ] 1980 Mercedes 300sd Turbo Diesel - cars & trucks - by owner -...

2020-02-14 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
What do you think of this W116 300SD? Should I add this one to the fleet? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 336 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/portland-1980-mercedes-300sd-turbo/7075623804.html Sent

[MBZ] A Heart Transplant for Hildegard

2020-02-13 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
, but it should run literally forever or until Coronavirus kills everyone off. I know that Pierre Hedary would be proud and happy that another W123 240D will be saved! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 337 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard soon

Re: [MBZ] Hildegard’s DIRTY little secrets (1982 240D

2020-02-07 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 330 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 6, 2020, at 6:17 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Small vice grips. Clamp em on hard then turn. Alternately, I have a set > of Irwin ex

[MBZ] Hildegard’s DIRTY little secrets (1982 240D

2020-02-06 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
found a piece of rubber hanging off the Driver’s LCA. The bushing is SHOT!! Can this be replaced without removing it from the car? I’m not sure if I want to sort out all of the problems with this car. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 330 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der Doodlewagen 1982 240D

Re: [MBZ] Nice Kleb Car

2020-02-06 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I don’t smoke, and I wouldn’t want to lick the engine in my 240D since it’s oily!!! OTOH, if you have a taste for oil, I need my engine cleaned! I’m going to finish the engine mounts today since I now have a u-joint extension for easier accessibility of the top bolts. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019

[MBZ] 1982 240D motor/engine mount replacement

2020-02-03 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
mount behind the oil pan that mounts to the cross member was oil soaked, so I have to order another one. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 330 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 124 rear subframe

2020-02-01 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy once again!!! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 330 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard still waiting for engine mount replacement time Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 1, 2020, at 4:55 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > I also replaced

Re: [MBZ] 124 rear subframe

2020-01-28 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
in place. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 330 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der Doodlewagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 28, 2020, at 7:14 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > >  > > By the way, the rear brake lines are 18&quo

[MBZ] SL600 Anyone?

2020-01-16 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
1995 SL600 with 158K miles, how long do you think it’ll last? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2910930995605221/ Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 330 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone ___ http

Re: [MBZ] I guess Clay can quit worrying about freezing rain...

2020-01-08 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
going on outside. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 330 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der Doodlewagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 8, 2020, at 2:24 PM, Clay via Mercedes wrote: > > Not my pooch. I am not a frivolous pet person. E

[MBZ] A decent W115 1976 300D

2020-01-01 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I’ve always wanted a nice W115, and they seem to be getting quite rare these days. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/581993942623256/ What do y’all think of this car? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 192 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] Happy new year

2020-01-01 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
We put the Doodle puppies to bed at around 10:00, their normal time, and went to bed ourselves only to be awakened at midnight by the neighbors’ DIY fireworks displays. Happy New Year, and may the Mercedeseses keep running and running and... Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 192 miles, Low

Re: [MBZ] The new GLuB

2019-12-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
performance rooftop AC system, 3.0L V6 Diesel, 5000LB trailer towing package, anything one could want in a people/dog/paddle board hauler. I’ll have some pictures taken to share with the list at some point on a nice day. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 192 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der

Re: [MBZ] The new GLuB

2019-12-28 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
not quick in the GLV, it would be a snail in a Sprinter at nearly 2000lb heavier. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 192 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 28, 2019, at 8:23 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://

[MBZ] 1963 Mercedes Unimog 404 - collectibles - by owner - sale

2019-12-27 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Anyone up for a Mog project?? https://portland.craigslist.org/grg/clt/d/husum-1963-mercedes-unimog-404/7045315127.html Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 192 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Oddities

2019-12-26 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Since the 240D is High Mileage Hildegard, the Sprinter has now been dubbed Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der Doodlewagen. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 26, 2019, at 1:27 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > I don't know about tours at Vulvo or Sprinterland, but the BMW factory in > Greer

Re: [MBZ] Oddities

2019-12-26 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
My 2019 Sprinter and the local inventory were all German built in Dusseldorf (vins starting with WDZ...). Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 192 miles, Der Doodlewagen 1982 240D High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 26, 2019, at 12:22 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Amazon

2019-12-24 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I had two of those Chamberlain garage door openers installed a couple years ago. What bridge would I need to purchase, and how easy is it to set up? I have already downloaded the Myq app to my phone. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter Passenger 144WB 133 miles, Der Doodlewagen 1982 240D High

Re: [MBZ] Cheap Wagon

2019-12-14 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Congratulations on the new wagon! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 2019 sprinter van 110 miles, Der Doodlewagen, currently in for running boards and assist handle installation 1982 240D high mileage Hildegard almost ready for engine mounts, diesel purge and an oil change PS. It’s been so long since

Re: [MBZ] Semi-OT: Coffee bean skins for car parts

2019-12-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Cool beans! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 82 miles, Der Doodlewagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 9, 2019, at 11:27 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > BUSINESSFord to make car parts out of McDonald's coffee bean skins &g

Re: [MBZ] We Gone and DUN it!

2019-12-06 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
. If it could drive itself, we would be set! It is 29” longer than the Odyssey with a nearly 2’ longer wheelbase, and it’s 114” tall! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 30K miles, Der Doodlewagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 6, 2019, at 8:47 AM, Curt Raymond

[MBZ] We Gone and DUN it!

2019-12-05 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter Passenger 144wb, 30 miles, Der Doodlewagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] Sprinter Reliability

2019-12-04 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
dilution with the EcoBoost V6 engines. They do outsell Sprinters 4 to 1. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D, High Mileage HildegardSent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2019, at 12:40 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Wed, 4 Dec 2019 18:15:42 + (UTC) Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: &g

Re: [MBZ] Sprinter Reliability

2019-12-04 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
the gear with no problem, and with the fuel economy of the Diesel engine, it would cost nearly the same to operate. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2019, at 6:32 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > At minimum, it has t

[MBZ] Sprinter Reliability

2019-12-03 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
on this would be greatly appreciated! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard hoping for a much younger Mercedes van sibling Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Cars & trucks

2019-12-01 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
or on a trailer which would be well under 1000LBS. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR, soon to be an all Mercedes Diesel household 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 1, 2019, at 8:05 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Seems like that would be less than 5K even aft

Re: [MBZ] OT: Murder by hogs

2019-11-28 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
What kind of smoker do you have, and are you smoking turkeys? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2019, at 8:58 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > I do. Understand that the area I live in was empty farm and grove land

Re: [MBZ] 1982 300TD engages another bidding war on BAT

2019-11-07 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
A previous owner of my 1982 240D made the decision for me since that shrunken vinyl window trim is already gone. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 7, 2019, at 11:00 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > I wonder if i

Re: [MBZ] OT: Jetta Brakes

2019-11-04 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I had a similar experience replacing brake pads on my niece’s 1993 Honda Del Sol. It had the same caliper pucks which I was able to turn with a c clamp biting on the notches on the puck. Without the dragging rear brake, you should be able to hit 60mpg! Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 4, 2019, at

Re: [MBZ] I Am Living Right

2019-10-21 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
dues per year. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D High Mileage Hilde, waiting for her shroud to come in Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 21, 2019, at 2:40 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > >  > I'm thinking most of the anti-HOA comments come from folks who've only heard >

[MBZ] A W115 300D!

2019-10-20 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/416618315901642/ 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] Crack Pipe 1982 Mercedes 240D Manny

2019-10-18 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/portland-1982-mercedes-240d-manual/7002255460.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] Nice E430 for Kleb

2019-10-17 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
is done which cuts way down on leaves and debris entering the water. Most of the year, It requires a cover pump to drain the rainwater. We were VERY lucky to find a house with a pool here in western Oregon, even rarer, it’s and in-ground pool. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D High Mileage Hilde Sent

Re: [MBZ] 300D radiator fan shroud on 240D W123

2019-10-17 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Thanks again, Jaime. If this is the shroud for the 240D, it is now on sale for 18.15!! I’m going to order one ASAP! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D High Hileage Hilde Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 17, 2019, at 3:45 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > You sho

[MBZ] 300D radiator fan shroud on 240D W123

2019-10-17 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
the fan to hit the shroud, or should I look further into the problem? The fan doesn’t seem loose. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D, High Miles Hildegard Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive

Re: [MBZ] Tesla Model 3: More "Global Climate Change" than a Mercedes

2019-10-15 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Toyota Hilux?

2019-10-15 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Yeah, I’ve never understood why a Japanese branded pickup was named after a Western Washington city other than Toyota and Tacoma both have 3 syllables. And they left the U out of TRD. Kevin in Hillsboro, .OR 1982 240D High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 15, 2019, at 8:29

Re: [MBZ] SUCCESS!!!!!! IT'S ALIIIIIIIVVVVVEEEE!!!!

2019-10-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy!!! Kevin 1982 240D High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 9, 2019, at 4:19 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

[MBZ] 1995 Mercedes Benz E 320 Cab

2019-10-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
https://palmsprings.craigslist.org/cto/d/palm-springs-1995-mercedes-benz-320/6993394560.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] 82 240D pricing

2019-10-08 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
pleat strips, it will be great!! For the couple thousand dollars in addition to the $1500 purchase price, I’ll have a very presentable car that will only appreciate, not depreciate like my Beetle TDI was doing! Kevin 1982 240D High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 8, 2019, a

Re: [MBZ] 82 240D pricing

2019-10-08 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
to the elements. Is there a way I can check if the evaporator or other internals are leaking before putting the work in to fitting a new compressor and whatever else it needs? Kevin 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 8, 2019, at 1:56 PM, fmiser via Mercedes wr

Re: [MBZ] Wheel pics

2019-10-08 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
What are Fuchs Bundts like compared to stock MB? I want to replace the dirty, resting, and flaking bundt wheels on my 82 240D. How much do you want for them? Kevin Currently in Palm Springs, Springs,currently in Palm Springs, California Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 8, 2019, at 4:59 AM, K

[MBZ] 1975 Mercedes Benz 300D Diesel W115

2019-10-03 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Here’s that W115 300D ad on my local Craigslist for 1800. It seems rather neglected per the description, but it still runs and drives for under $2K. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/kelso-1975-mercedes-benz-300d-diesel/6984144677

Re: [MBZ] [EXTERNAL] Re: 123 Diesel Plan of attack

2019-10-03 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
My Uncle Al’s W115 1976 300D was the car that gave me the Dieselitis bug that will be with me until my dying day. They are getting very hard to find in any condition, especially those that are drivable. There is one up in WA on Craigslist. I’ll post a link to the ad if I can find it. Kevin

[MBZ] Reasonably Price 1985 300CD Turbo Diesel

2019-09-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
What do you guys think of this one? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard https://salem.craigslist.org/cto/d/saint-benedict-1985-mercedes-benz-300cd/6989321799.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 1982 240D shakedown cruise

2019-09-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
plenty of troubleshooting the vac lines for the locks if I can find my mighty vac. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 29, 2019, at 6:35 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > > If the modulator isn't working or isn't getting

[MBZ] 1982 240D shakedown cruise

2019-09-28 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
lines routed as they should be to troubleshoot the shifting situation. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] Cheap 1987 W124 300D $400

2019-09-28 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
No, I’m not in the market for a W124, but why so cheap? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/pts/d/gresham-1987-mercedes-300d/6988549128.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] MbTex Question 1982 240D

2019-09-28 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
from the springs? If I tug too hard and try to pull it through from underneath the front of the seat cover, it starts to rip. I don’t want a seat pleat with a ripped strip in my cheap heap. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 28, 2019, at 7:24 AM, Cr

[MBZ] MbTex Question 1982 240D

2019-09-27 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
the pleats? Is it part of the upholstery or the seat pad itself? I was thinking of cutting strips of foam and having them glued into the pleats. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] New Addition

2019-09-27 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Congrats on the new acquisition! With the rather high miles, it has most likely had great care to get it there! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 27, 2019, at 5:59 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > You do. Come get it. Soon. I

Re: [MBZ] That was a fast search!

2019-09-27 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Welcome back to the Diesel family! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 27, 2019, at 12:58 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes > wrote: > > Thanks! I can smell the diesel from here! > > Donald H. Snook > > >> On Sep 27,

Re: [MBZ] Secret message for Kevin Diesel vacuum diagrams and Modulator Question

2019-09-21 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
disconnected vac line could be the one that hooks up to the vac modulator. Which side of the transmission should I be looking (or feeling) for the modulator to determine whether or not the line is connected? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard who seems to have great vac at the pump

Re: [MBZ] 1982 240D Shifting

2019-09-19 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
My ‘82 has the VCV on the IP. Kevin and Hillsboro, Oregon 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 19, 2019, at 5:43 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > vcv on my 81 is on top of the valve cover. Get the diagram from FSM Or from > Sunvalley. Diffe

[MBZ] 1982 240D Shifting

2019-09-19 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
at the different ports. What should I check first? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard 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: http

[MBZ] A new Mog for Jim or anyone else

2019-09-19 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I don’t know ‘Mogs, but a 1990 with 8K miles and 352hrs on the engine seems a steal for $10K! https://portland.craigslist.org/grg/cto/d/underwood-unimog/6981812085.html Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone ___ http

Re: [MBZ] 32K 240D on BAT

2019-09-19 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
that it needed the engine mounts though they aren’t too bad right now. Are they interchangeable or specific for each side? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard, ready for a test drive today Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 19, 2019, at 12:30 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] 1982 240D Valve Adjustment (Ventileinstellung)

2019-09-17 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
The wire came loose right at the connector. It looks like someone repaired it before since the wire has been stripped. I think I just pulled it out of the connector. Hopefully, I’ll have a working temp gauge once I slip it back together and tighten it down. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D

Re: [MBZ] 1982 240D Valve Adjustment (Ventileinstellung)

2019-09-17 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
> On Tue, Sep 17, 2019 at 2:54 PM Kevin Kraly via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> The whole thing is like figuring out a puzzle since I don’t have >> the luxury of consulting a manual, lots of trial and error. I still have a >> piece that mounts to t

Re: [MBZ] 1982 240D Valve Adjustment (Ventileinstellung)

2019-09-17 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
at a right angle. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone On Sep 14, 2019, at 9:44 PM, fmiser via Mercedes wrote: >> Kevin wrote: > >> This one is all on me, and I hope I can get it back >> together tomorrow or Monday. > > If it was already m

Re: [MBZ] This weekends project

2019-09-15 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 15, 2019, at 2:36 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I pulled the drive shaft on the 98 E300 to cure the increasingly worse > vibration when taking off from a start,

[MBZ] 1982 240D Valve Adjustment (Ventileinstellung)

2019-09-14 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
the puzzle as well. What does the other linkage control (I’m sure there is stuff missing from it as well). Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard, valve cover off with the air cleaner to follow tomorrow. Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] W123s in SoCal...or lack thereof

2019-09-12 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
sure that the $110 monthly insurance savings “downgrading” from the Beetle TDI will contribute greatly to fixing it up and keeping it going! Kevin in hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard! Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 12, 2019, at 2:18 PM, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] 1982 240D Cooling System Troubleshooting

2019-09-11 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
it cools down, I’m going to check the coolant level. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 11, 2019, at 8:55 AM, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Be sure to watch the temp gauge and flush everything well. You can overheat > t

[MBZ] 1982 240D Cooling System Troubleshooting

2019-09-10 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
also noticed that only the top hose and top part of the rad were warm. Could the t-stat be stuck closed? Could it be that the radiator cap is faulty as well? I also noticed what appears to be a vac line running down from the top front of the engine to behind the passenger side headlight. Kevin

[MBZ] Houston, we have some problems...

2019-09-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
to throw money at it. Should I just put water in it and hopefully determine where it is leaking? I would hate to see the end of this car since it has such a nice body. I could most likely find another one for the money it would cost for a good engine. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi

Re: [MBZ] Duramax: Changing the oil pump drive belt is as easy as dropping the trans

2019-09-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Why didn’t they just use a chain? Oh yeah, a belt is cheaper, GM penny pinching, and the original owner probably won’t keep it that long anyway. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 9, 2019, at 11:13 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] An alternative to cars and coffee

2019-09-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Jalopies and joe? I would bring my 240D and drink to that!! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 9, 2019, at 6:19 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > I just take mine and park them in among the Ferraris and Lambos

[MBZ] 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC 15" chrome wheels + tires - auto wheels & tires - by owner - vehicle automotive sale

2019-09-04 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Will these wheels and tires fit my 1980 to 240 D? Kevin and Hillsboro, Oregon 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard who has beaten up bunts with curb rash and rust https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/wto/d/beaverton-1989-mercedes-benz-560sec-15/6959351112.html Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] OT. Well that was easy

2019-09-02 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
for this coming winter. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 2, 2019, at 2:03 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I left my generator on the front porch after last year’s hurricane because I > got tired of rolling it back and fort

Re: [MBZ] ML 320

2019-08-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
There’s a 2003 ML500 with 191Kmi on it that came up on Facebook Marketplace yesterday for $1700. Ad said that it runs and drives great! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 30, 2019, at 3:14 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > 98-99 > > S

[MBZ] I could’ve ended up with this 1980 300TD

2019-08-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Or should I buy this one too? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2381724842101694/ Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

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

2019-08-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I already used Liesel and Ingrid (Inga). Hildegard is on the short list. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, ? Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 30, 2019, at 9:38 AM, MG via Mercedes wrote: > > http://2-names.com/female_german_names.htm > > https://www.germany101.com/ge

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

2019-08-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
shelf of my garage cabinet. I’ll probably have time to dive into some repairs next week. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 30, 2019, at 7:03 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > So then ours is an OM352LA, L is the intercoo

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

2019-08-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I have done one valve adjustment sequence before on a 1981 300CD back in 2006. Before I adjusted them, they were so far out of adjustment that the car wouldn’t even start! Afterward, I was able to get it started. I know that this 240D is ready for one!! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi

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

2019-08-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
move more readily? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, anyone have any female German name suggestions? Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 29, 2019, at 2:55 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > You are as bad as Kaleb > > Randy > >> On 29/08/2019 4:33 PM, And

Re: [MBZ] 190D

2019-08-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 29, 2019, at 9:00 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > > My son just replaced the radiator in the 1986 190D yesterday. > Just under $200 from RockAuto. Nissens. Job was fairly straightforwa

[MBZ] Back In The Saddle...

2019-08-28 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
than the Bunts. Also, it has mismatched tires which are ok until I can get a new set of tires. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1982 240D 191Kmi, as yet unnamed Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 27, 2019, at 8:43 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > The bowties at MBNA decreed in the 197

[MBZ] I will be looking at this 191kmi 1980to 240D tomorrow

2019-08-27 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
And Wilton, it doesn’t have a hole in the roof either! https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/459939957934507/ Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

[MBZ] I found this on Facebook Marketplace

2019-08-27 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I’m thinking about this 240D. Kevin in Hillsboro, ORhttps://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/459939957934507/ Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] OT: Electric plane crash

2019-08-15 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
sets. They even came with an adapter that fits my plugs. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 15, 2019, at 7:49 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > are those the extracts of LiPo suction? > > Kevin Kraly via Mercedes wrote on 8/15/19 12:51 PM: >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Electric plane crash

2019-08-15 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I usually guess at it. My charger does have a storage charge setting, I don’t always have someone available to make sure it is on the right setting. If the battery takes an hour and a half to charge, I will just charge it 55 minutes or so. That usually works. Kevin in hillsboro, Oregon Sent

Re: [MBZ] OT: Electric plane crash

2019-08-15 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I use LiPo battery packs in my RC trucks. They provide smoother power and explosive acceleration! They do require a bit of a routine. They must never sit unused for very long when fully charged, and they need to be kept at around 60% charge for storage. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] What do you think of this 1987 Mercedes 300TD Wagon 1 OWNER

2019-08-13 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Since he didn’t actually say “I am the original owner, “I am thinking the latter. So actually, it would be a two owner car. Also, no mention of mileage though it may be in the pictures? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 13, 2019, at 11:59 AM, Mitch Haley via Merce

[MBZ] What do you think of this 1987 Mercedes 300TD Wagon 1 OWNER

2019-08-13 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/gresham-1987-mercedes-300td-wagon-1/6955454009.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:

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