Re: [MBZ] Max's latest MB adventure for your reading pleasure

2018-09-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
It is, as long as you have a way to lift the car enough to do the work under it. MG Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Yesterday afternoon I visited the SEMRA (South East Mercedes Rescue Association) storage deposit to retrieve a half-axle for my 124.193. The mission was to remove an axle from

Re: [MBZ] Selling GL320cdi

2018-09-18 Thread MG via Mercedes
AM, MG via Mercedes wrote: Gerry, A few years ago I was looking int bringing in one of the new, at that time, VW diesel pickups. They look kind of like a Nissan or Toyota Tacoma. If I remember right at that time you could bring in pretty much whatever as long as it's 25 years old or more

Re: [MBZ] Selling GL320cdi

2018-09-18 Thread MG via Mercedes
to date info. MG archer75--- via Mercedes wrote: Daughter and husband are selling their 2007 GL320 cdi which has a new factory engine (a dealers "mechanic" destroyed the original). Car has 250K miles; new engine has 7K miles. Does anyone know where to get a good estimate of what a ne

Re: [MBZ] What if you had to do all this in order to start your diesel car?

2018-09-18 Thread MG via Mercedes
They had a starter however they were only allowed to use the starter in an emergency. Or so my dad told me. MG G Mann via Mercedes wrote: My understanding was that the German tanks did not have a starter. Instead, a "start bar" was used, because a Corporal was cheaper than a

Re: [MBZ] I simply don't know what to say....

2018-09-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Not a bad price, Considering that with those -whatever they are- it probably does at least 200mph in the straight-a-way. I really shouldn't have looked. I was warned. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: https://www.ebay.com/itm/263937620311?ul_noapp=true -D

Re: [MBZ] Stubborn w123 electrical glitch

2018-09-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
to the motor wires right there. Save a bit of work. MG Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: Yes, and don't just check with a meter. Use one of the testers with a light bulb in it. Sometimes one will get enough voltage to make the meter show it but not enough to power anything. Run a long wire from

Re: [MBZ] Bundt Uglies

2018-09-06 Thread MG via Mercedes
Usually narrower wheels cause more squirm in the tires especially if you use a little wider tire then normal, 195's being the norm. I've found a VAST improvement in handling on my TD using 7.5x15 wheels and 215-60's. Dimitri via Mercedes wrote: As you all know, I think they are ugly. I’m

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-09-06 Thread MG via Mercedes
Also not as bad as having to take the whole dash out. I still have nightmares about that one. MG Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Yes, most of the face of the evap is right there, I think. I'll bet that I'll need a fin comb on a stick or something so I can get all the big solids out

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-09-05 Thread MG via Mercedes
Enough room to clean it somehow? MG Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: No air filter, so a crudded-up evap is definitely a possibility. I think Rich has one of those cameras, but I can get access to the dirty side by removing all the plastic cowling / drains and the mono-wiper

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-09-05 Thread MG via Mercedes
. Could be you have the same problem. Just another thing to think of. MG Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: That's an option. The bigger / better condenser might mean some field engineering work in order to make it fit, and the expense of purchasing the thing, so I'm not too keen on going down

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-08-31 Thread MG via Mercedes
That would make more sense to me since the sedan is smaller inside so wouldn't need as much cooling. Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Checked the 4S website [ http://www.4s.com/en/ ], they only list the 2 ton for my '87 wagon, and the 1.5 ton for my '95 sedan. - Max Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-08-31 Thread MG via Mercedes
I'll download that and watch it. Thanks max. Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Here's a nice video explaining some basic diagnosis of auto HVAC using temperature readings only. https://youtu.be/wF37ihNBXq8 I should get the temperature probe for my Fluke meter. - Max Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-08-31 Thread MG via Mercedes
probably give you the best of both worlds high and low speed performance. MG Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Thanks Manfred, I found them on RockAuto, listed for my '95 E300, both are from 4 Seasons. I've ordered one of each. The RockAuto 4 Seasons TXV for my '87 300TD is listed as just

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-08-31 Thread MG via Mercedes
a bit of the total capacity so maybe as long as the AC still cools enough at idle in town then the larger one is good enough. If they are both supposed to be for your car I would go for the larger one due to where you are. How did you find the two different valves? MG Meade Dillon via

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-08-29 Thread MG via Mercedes
version can be added directly into an evacuated system, while the regular is supposed to be added to a partially charged system. I'm not sure what this means, maybe someone here has an idea? - Max Charleston SC On Tue, Aug 28, 2018 at 1:58 PM MG via Mercedes wrote: Yes and it works

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-08-28 Thread MG via Mercedes
does that have the same type of heater valve as the w123? If so could that be bad? MG Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Here's another weird data point that may be a clue. After sitting at idle for about 30 minutes I finally get my daughter in the car / buckled up and then back out onto

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-08-28 Thread MG via Mercedes
Yes and it works quite well. 42 to 45 out of the center vents with outside temp at 92 going down the road. In town stop and go only about 50 to 60 with the radiator fan going all the time and seeing outside front bumper temps running up to 98 and sometimes above. MG Scott Ritchey via

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-08-26 Thread MG via Mercedes
BTW I don't do bars. Drinks cost too much and then I have to worry about the cost of getting home. Much better to buy a bottle at the ABC and then drink at home. Watch TV listen to music, get a lap dance from the ol'lady. What's not to like. Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Sat, 25 Aug 2018

Re: [MBZ] Low E Finnish diesel substitute made from animal fats

2018-08-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
You just have to read it right. The carbon coming out of the tail pipe from burning petro diesel is 'new' carbon being added to the air. The carbon coming out of the tail pipe when burning the animal fat converted diesel was in the air already, been taken out of the air by plants which were

Re: [MBZ] '87 126 striker plate screw

2018-08-13 Thread MG via Mercedes
That plate is also loose like that to allow you to adjust the striker plate for correct contact before tightening the screws all the way. Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: The plate is captured behind the striker and will not fall into the void. With all the screws out you might have to use a

Re: [MBZ] '87 126 striker plate screw

2018-08-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
I've done that three times. Maybe I just was lucky but each time the threaded part of the screw just came out with my fingers turning it. Use a drill bit just larger then the threaded part of the screw. Stop when the head falls off. Take the plate off and unscrew the stub by hand. The

Re: [MBZ] I'm in lust

2018-08-09 Thread MG via Mercedes
Nice but too modern. Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: http://playswithcars.com/?p=219 RB On 08/08/2018 8:08 AM, MG via Mercedes wrote: Just for the cool factor. Wish the TD had this instead of the little roof hole it has. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1963-studebaker-wagonaire

Re: [MBZ] I'm in lust

2018-08-08 Thread MG via Mercedes
... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3pYwSAjO7I On Wed, Aug 8, 2018 at 8:05 AM MG via Mercedes wrote: Just for the cool factor. Wish the TD had this instead of the little roof hole it has. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1963-studebaker-wagonaire/ And it's right up the road from me. MG

[MBZ] I'm in lust

2018-08-08 Thread MG via Mercedes
Just for the cool factor. Wish the TD had this instead of the little roof hole it has. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1963-studebaker-wagonaire/ And it's right up the road from me. MG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] Replacing my W123 LF door seal

2018-07-31 Thread MG via Mercedes
That's what I have on two of my cars. Haven't had any problems yet. More then five years so far on the first one. Also used their front windshield seal on the TD. That has been fine for the three years so far. MG Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: I'm shopping for a replacement

Re: [MBZ] OT - pickup un-loader

2018-07-23 Thread MG via Mercedes
I haven't used one but it has always impressed me as being unusable in the real world because of too much friction and not enough strength of materials. My inclination for drum handling would be https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200673817_200673817 in conjunction with something

Re: [MBZ] Key head question for 1983 300TD

2018-07-20 Thread MG via Mercedes
Be creative, make a wooden head for it. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: I need one of these but they are uber pricey. Is there any way to disassemble an existing key head on a key I no longer need without destroying it? I have fiddled around with a small flathead screwdriver but fear

Re: [MBZ] OT whinging

2018-07-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
When did it quit? As you started up the ramp to the trailer or as you tried to get it out of wherever you keep it? When does it quit now? On flat level ground or as you go up the ramp? Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: After about 3 hours of screwing around with this riding mower I have

Re: [MBZ] Test?

2018-07-10 Thread MG via Mercedes
for the heavier stuff when I want to knock the woods back a bit. Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: Maybe, you just need a bigger tractor? RB On 09/07/2018 4:07 PM, MG via Mercedes wrote: Ain't that the truth. Still, makes for a nice quiet place to live. Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote

Re: [MBZ] Test?

2018-07-09 Thread MG via Mercedes
Ain't that the truth. Still, makes for a nice quiet place to live. Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: As my granddaddy would say, “ too much to mow, not enough to farm” --R Sent from iPhone On Jul 8, 2018, at 4:48 PM, MG via Mercedes wrote: Spent 5 hours on the tractor mowing the lawn

Re: [MBZ] Test?

2018-07-08 Thread MG via Mercedes
Spent 5 hours on the tractor mowing the lawn. MG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Last 240 Trip

2018-07-05 Thread MG via Mercedes
yeah but you would have to cut a bunch of it away to get to the charger part. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: It would be a good starter tombstone. On Thu, Jul 5, 2018 at 10:33 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: You looking to buy a cemetery? -Curt On Thursday, July 5, 2018, 10:09:23 AM EDT,

Re: [MBZ] r4 compressors in 123

2018-06-25 Thread MG via Mercedes
I have one that has been going for over 4 years now. Bought it new and when I told the guy it was for a Mercedes he took the bolts out and 'turned' it so the oil pickup would be on the bottom. He said that otherwise it wouldn't last for more then a few months down here in FL. I use the test

[MBZ] Dropped messages

2018-06-21 Thread MG via Mercedes
Looks like I'm not getting some of the list messages either. Only got 5 of the 7, including the latest from Andrew. MG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] 126 acc vaccum

2018-06-18 Thread MG via Mercedes
. The diaphragms only cost $7.50 so not an expensive repair. MG Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: So I had a vacuum leak under a hood a few weeks go which I found and fixed and it got the air blowing out of the center vents 100% instead of some air leaking out defrost. Last week I noticed

Re: [MBZ] OT: HTML is bad for Email

2018-05-30 Thread MG via Mercedes
You might try setting your list preferences to receive all email in text only form. Works for me. Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: Doesn't seem like it, no. Yahoo supposedly replies in whatever format the incoming email is. The list then seems to mis-interpret that... -Curt On

Re: [MBZ] 300CD wanted

2018-05-25 Thread MG via Mercedes
Yeah but you have to come to Fl to get it. Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I like projects Sent from my iPhone On May 25, 2018, at 8:53 AM, MG via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: Only if he wants a project. Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: Anybody know of one for s

Re: [MBZ] 300CD wanted

2018-05-25 Thread MG via Mercedes
Only if he wants a project. Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: Anybody know of one for sale? I have a friend looking for one. Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 2005 E320 4matic Wickford RI ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

2018-05-17 Thread MG via Mercedes
That would probably have been on Archer road where Butler Plaza shopping center is now. The whole area is all built up with 6 lanes of traffic. Looks ugly. archer75--- via Mercedes wrote: There was once a flying club near the University of Florida at a small field. The members would crack the

[MBZ] steelie hub cap

2018-05-13 Thread MG via Mercedes
someone may need this https://www.ebay.com/itm/1-1975-1985-Genuine-Mercedes-300D-Hub-Cap-Wheel-Cover-Black/162901638642?hash=item25edb1bdf2:g:5gYAAOSwNMVag8Ey ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] May sell 240D and 300D

2018-05-13 Thread MG via Mercedes
~ On Sat, 12 May 2018 14:31:19 -0400 (EDT) Mitch Haley wrote: On May 12, 2018 at 2:23 PM MG via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: What do they look like? To me centric is a generic term for wheels that have a center hole that fits on the center ring of the brak

Re: [MBZ] Aluminum Steelies

2018-05-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
%3D5f6963db25534177aa5c100556e8644c%26pid%3D100752%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D202292131506%26itm%3D202292133361&_trksid=p2047675.c100752.m1982 Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On May 12, 2018 at 2:23 PM MG via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: What do they look like? To me centric is a ge

Re: [MBZ] Aluminum Steelies

2018-05-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
What do they look like? To me centric is a generic term for wheels that have a center hole that fits on the center ring of the brake disk. All the shock of the road is then transferred through that rather then the lug bolts as in some other cars. G Mann via Mercedes wrote: Nothing defines a

Re: [MBZ] Aluminum Steelies

2018-05-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
I'd have to agree with you if all you can get is the Bundts. Personally I like the Basketweave wheels that AMG used to put on the w123s. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: I respectfully disagree. The bundt wheels are more modern and better looking on any Mercedes built after 1973. The

Re: [MBZ] SD card format question

2018-05-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
It was a Samsung Evo. Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On May 7, 2018 at 4:06 PM MG via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: Could be but the packaging said 256Gb and the card said 128Gb. Sounds fake to me. Was the packaging allegedly for a major name brand like Sandisk?

Re: [MBZ] OT best new washer dryer

2018-05-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
BTW that record was not beaten by a steam engined car till 2009. Not bad. Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: My recollection is that he was clocked at 90 mph on the Hollywood Freeway. RB On 07/05/2018 2:11 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: If you count the time it took to get it started in an

Re: [MBZ] OT best new washer dryer

2018-05-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
He needs to speed up some. In 1906 the steamer set a record of 127.7 mph for the mile on Daytona beach. Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: My recollection is that he was clocked at 90 mph on the Hollywood Freeway. RB On 07/05/2018 2:11 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: If you count the time it

Re: [MBZ] SD card format question

2018-05-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
Could be but the packaging said 256Gb and the card said 128Gb. I did order a 256Gb card. That was the reason I asked for a refund. Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: Maybe not so much a rip off as just defective? RB On 07/05/2018 2:58 PM, MG via Mercedes wrote: I did do it direct in the port

Re: [MBZ] SD card format question

2018-05-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
I did do it direct in the port not in a usb adapter. I did download the SD format tool and it showed the same thing. Makes me more inclined to believe it is a ripoff. Got it on Ebay but my money was refunded when I complained. Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Are you mounting the card as an SD

Re: [MBZ] SD card format question

2018-05-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
That was my thought also Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: Makes me wonder if the 128 is really a cheap Chinese 32 with 128 printed on the outside of it. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] SD card format question

2018-05-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
I > tried it on win10 and on XP. Another card which says 32Gb on it will only > format at 27Gb. Very confusing. M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes wrote: What OS are you using? On Mon, May 7, 2018 at 11:26 AM, MG via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: Anyone have any idea why

[MBZ] SD card format question

2018-05-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
Anyone have any idea why an 128Gb SD card will only format at 28.9Gb? I tried it on win10 and on XP. Another car which says 32Gb on it will only format at 27Gb. Very confusing. MG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] OT - Pressure Washer Surface Cleaners

2018-05-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
Yep. I got one of those round scrubbers a few years ago. Love the way it works. Much quicker on large flat surfaces then either the regular nozzles or those turbo things that pulse in a small circle. That does work better though on engines as it seems to hit at a few different angles as you

Re: [MBZ] Engine That Uses Gas and Diesel

2018-05-04 Thread MG via Mercedes
a different transmission, I forget which one and also HID headlights when they rebuilt some and when they built the newer ones. They cruise down the highway right nice now. Scott Ritchey via Mercedes wrote: Diesel or JP8, as I recall. On Thu, May 3, 2018, 11:48 MG via Mercedes <merce

Re: [MBZ] Engine That Uses Gas and Diesel

2018-05-03 Thread MG via Mercedes
From my memory it was a 6.2 GM diesel. MG Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: I believe the Hummer (H1?) had a multi-fuel engine. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] Them tars

2018-04-30 Thread MG via Mercedes
where is that and do you know if it is in any other manuals. I don't have the 124 manual so I will have to fing the pages that have the info on them. MG Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Mon, 30 Apr 2018 16:58:59 + Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: Anybody hav

Re: [MBZ] Missing Tires

2018-04-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
Don't know if FedEx does it or not. Wouldn't help me very much anyway as my phone doesn't do text messages and the computer isn't on line all the time. MG Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: I've signed up for text message updates from USPS and UPS, does FedEx do it too? Usually, but now always

Re: [MBZ] OT BUFF sighting

2018-04-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
Took a ride on that with my granddaughter a few years ago. She was about 7 or 8 at the time. It was a blast! MG archer75--- via Mercedes wrote: A "wild" plane recently came to a field near here in North Central Florida and gave people rides for ($100?). Riders were warned that the

Re: [MBZ] Missing Tires

2018-04-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
are and find us. May be that they have a database with locations and directions that is available to them. MG Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Thu, 26 Apr 2018 18:30:00 -0400 MG via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: Yeah I know. Up till now they mostly came up to the house. This is the firs

Re: [MBZ] Missing Tires

2018-04-26 Thread MG via Mercedes
It must be a new guy then because the last three going back something like 4-5 years have not been too bad at bringing the stuff to the house. Well except for every once in a while when stuff was left at the gate. Before that we didn't get new drivers except in 6-7 years or longer. MG Dan

Re: [MBZ] Missing Tires

2018-04-26 Thread MG via Mercedes
Yeah I know. Up till now they mostly came up to the house. This is the first time that they left stuff out at the road. I hope this doesn't continue or they may end up owing a lot of money to sellers. MG Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: This is happening more and more

[MBZ] Missing Tires

2018-04-26 Thread MG via Mercedes
replacements or refund me my money. What is wrong with companies now adays that they even allow this kind of thing. Or is it just that I got unlucky and lost the draw of the day. MG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] OT - Garden Hose Recommendations

2018-04-21 Thread MG via Mercedes
Lowe's has some hoses that are lifetime warranty, Grey with lines on them I think. No 1 daughter bought one a couple of years ago and a few months ago when the dogs made a playtoy of it Lowe's replaced it without question. Might take a look at them. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I’ve

Re: [MBZ] Good Deals?

2018-04-19 Thread MG via Mercedes
Right That sounds like what I couldn't place. It sure is a nice car. If it was diesel I would be all over it. MG Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On April 19, 2018 at 8:20 PM MG via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: wasn't the Sportline supposed to have a special suspension

Re: [MBZ] Good Deals?

2018-04-19 Thread MG via Mercedes
wasn't the Sportline supposed to have a special suspension setup with slightly lowered springs and possibly stiffer swaybars. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: So is there anything valuable about the Sportline? I’m sort of intrigued by the car since it’s a stick and a Sportline, but being

Re: [MBZ] fuel prices?

2018-04-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
Gone from $2.75 to $2.95 and more around here. NC Fl. MG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] OT high achievement yesterday

2018-04-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
Of course not. He ain't stupid. After all what can you see from 50-60 feet up? Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I used to work with a guy who was the same way. Big guy, maybe 300 pounds but 6’6”. Deathly afraid of heights, wouldn’t even get on a stepladder. We had a job to service a

Re: [MBZ] For MG

2018-03-30 Thread MG via Mercedes
that they run 4. That's probably why 4 engines stick in my mind. MG via Mercedes wrote: that's a small one only had something like 4 crew members I believe. Once rode on one of the slightly larger ones LCI(L) that ran 4 big diesel engines hooked to two screws. There were originally 5 or 6

Re: [MBZ] For MG

2018-03-30 Thread MG via Mercedes
Mercedes wrote: Big band and dances in period clothing are neat too. Not too many people that have their own landing craft and a volunteer army to staff it. MG via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com> March 29, 2018 at 6:03 PM Thanks for the link. It has a very nice bunch of equ

Re: [MBZ] For MG

2018-03-29 Thread MG via Mercedes
Thanks for the link. It has a very nice bunch of equipment there. SIL not too much into that stuff but I did forward to #1 daughter. MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: Your SIL might already know about this place, but if not, it is a very interesting website. http://www.robertsarmory.com

Re: [MBZ] Custom 123 bumper

2018-03-20 Thread MG via Mercedes
"Includes hand crank" MG OK Don via Mercedes wrote: I wonder what power it needs - - - On Mon, Mar 19, 2018 at 6:50 PM, Craig via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: Yeah, but what you really need is this: https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/hvo/d/airplane- engine-hoist

Re: [MBZ] Checker Wagon on BAT

2018-03-06 Thread MG via Mercedes
Was that the one that had the 1-2 shift in one position and a 2-3 shift in another, with a clutch to get it in gear from a stop but after that you didn't need the clutch? tyee165 via Mercedes wrote: Has anyone ever seen a powerglide called a dual range transmission Sent from my Galaxy Tab®

Re: [MBZ] OT - Aebleskiver and t-shirts and '85 300D

2018-03-02 Thread MG via Mercedes
So you have the smth shift without the benefit of the lower RPM when driving. I wouldn't want an 85 transmission unless there were no other options. MG Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: I can beat that: my '83 TD has an '85 transmission. On Thu, Mar 1, 2018 at 4:16 PM, MG via

Re: [MBZ] OT - Aebleskiver and t-shirts and '85 300D

2018-03-01 Thread MG via Mercedes
So I must have the best of both worlds, an 83 300TD that has an 85 differential in it. I do like that for the lower RPM on the highway but it does impact just slightly on the acceleration. The mileage seems to be very slightly better with the 85 diff but then it may be just that I've slowed

Re: [MBZ] 400E Fun

2018-03-01 Thread MG via Mercedes
I may need to come down there and go to the range with you. I want to try out a shotgun I got and you can try a few 9mm's that I have. Manfred Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: Haven’t done much of anything the last couple of days as I’ve been busy setting up a new mesh system/router and spending

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 5-Speed Manual Transmissions

2018-03-01 Thread MG via Mercedes
for the conversion and if the transmission actually was for the 617 I might just bite. But... MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Begin forwarded message: From: ReInvent The Wheel <pa...@dieselmercedes.com> Subject: 5-Speed Manual Transmissions Date: February 27, 2018 at 8:29:45 PM EST

Re: [MBZ] W123 runs on and on

2018-02-18 Thread MG via Mercedes
to diagnose it myself. On Feb 18, 2018 7:36 AM, "MG via Mercedes" <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: shortcut all the talk and take it to your indie and have him fix it. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: My '83 300TD won't turn off except by manually pressing the shutof

Re: [MBZ] W123 runs on and on

2018-02-18 Thread MG via Mercedes
shortcut all the talk and take it to your indie and have him fix it. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: My '83 300TD won't turn off except by manually pressing the shutoff under the hood. Vacuum locks are OK. I've BTDT but too long ago to remember. Any suggestions on how to go about

Re: [MBZ] M119 Oil Pan

2018-01-29 Thread MG via Mercedes
Alcohol will take it right off. MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: If you are talking about household/construction silicone seal, yes, it is under the "improper use of" I was talking about the blue, red or black silicone form a gasket specifically made for engine use. Overuse

Re: [MBZ] 617 motor damper bearing

2018-01-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
Exactly. Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Sat, 27 Jan 2018 20:52:54 -0500 MG via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: Right. The first one is the part. That's why I want to get ahold of some no longer usable ones to see about a less expensive fix. There are videos on YouTube about p

Re: [MBZ] 617 motor damper bearing

2018-01-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
Not the bushings on the bottom. I'm talking about the mount at the top of the little shock. The first of the links that Rick Knoble sent. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Are you talking about the kit for the bushings and hardware that go on the little shock absorber? -D On Jan 27

Re: [MBZ] 617 motor damper bearing

2018-01-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
Right. The first one is the part. That's why I want to get ahold of some no longer usable ones to see about a less expensive fix. MG Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: ‎They are kind of pricey. The issue is age, combined with diesel fuel, is not kind to rubber bits. http://www.autohausaz.com

[MBZ] 617 motor damper bearing

2018-01-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
it. Will pay shipping so this is a way for you to get rid of some junk and feel good about recycling. MG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

2018-01-22 Thread MG via Mercedes
. The rest of the fine dirt is supposed to get washed off with the water. I have been using deionized water from the reverse osmosis filter tap on the kitchen sink. MG Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: If you have a dehumidifier you could save it's output for this... Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

2018-01-19 Thread MG via Mercedes
Only in your dreams. MG Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: You mean to tell me that a Unimog won't go 80 mph? RB On 19/01/2018 3:59 PM, MG via Mercedes wrote: Especially when those highway speeds are about 50 mph. MG Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: On 18/01/2018 10:48 PM, Curley McLain

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

2018-01-19 Thread MG via Mercedes
Especially when those highway speeds are about 50 mph. MG Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: On 18/01/2018 10:48 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: Well it should fit the image. Almost all the peekups sold in the US are just wussy wagons that sell for 50-$60,000. The wussywagon should

Re: [MBZ] How much is this worth?

2018-01-17 Thread MG via Mercedes
It does have the manifold vacuum/fuel mileage gauge for whatever that is worth. Someone should contact him and find out. MG OK Don via Mercedes wrote: Maybe he put Diesel fuel in it, and now it won't run, so his "mechanic buddy" said it needs a "timing belt" - we all

Re: [MBZ] Turbo hose

2018-01-17 Thread MG via Mercedes
Were the brown tubes on the wrong way around? That at least should be the same on all the cars. There are so many diagrams, even for the same engine that it's sometimes hard to tell which to use. MG clay monroe via Mercedes wrote: The lines were hooked up prior to transmission work. All

Re: [MBZ] OT cutting and installing Formica

2018-01-17 Thread MG via Mercedes
Get the clamp on saw guide. That will work as an easy to use router guide. Look in magazines for 20% off coupons if you don't have any. Mg Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Well now I have a great excuse - er, PROJECT for which to buy a router! HF trip tomorrow... - Max

Re: [MBZ] Turbo hose

2018-01-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
if it is then that wasn't the cause of your starting or power problem, if you still have that. Failed open means just that it is open all the time even if there is no vacuum to it. Cut a piece of soda can and slip it under the EGR and bolt it back down to be certain. MG clay monroe via

Re: [MBZ] Turbo hose

2018-01-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
Explain please. If they were unhooked all the time then you would not be able to shut the engine off with the key. How, where, when were they unhooked and what were the results of that before any other changes. MG clay monroe via Mercedes wrote: Brown lines were unhooked and messed

Re: [MBZ] High mileage 300TD

2018-01-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Of course she wasn't. It's the middle of winter and in Maine yet even. MG Dimitri via Mercedes wrote: I saw a dark blue 300TD w123 in a parking lot at Eldredge lumber in York, Maine. 442,000 miles on the odometer. Dark blue with some poorly repaired rust spots but overall very handsome

Re: [MBZ] Lightest engine

2018-01-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Chances of that are slim and none. :-) Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: He needs to ditch the flight and drive down, making deliveries all the way, like Santa Klaus! MG via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com> January 15, 2018 at 7:28 AM He's flying. Makes for a bit heavy

Re: [MBZ] Turbo hose

2018-01-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
around? I can't really see enough exhaust getting through that small hole in the EGR to cause hard starting but then the proof seems to be there. Also gives another reason to block the EGR. MG Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Interesting, is the EGR failed in open position? That would also kill

Re: [MBZ] Lightest engine

2018-01-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Crawler isn't wide enough and is way too high. This thing was only 6' high and had a crew of 4 crammed into the first 10' of it along with amo, a 3" gun and transmission. Can you say sardines? MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: Why build all the tracks and stuff? Just put the plywood

Re: [MBZ] OT Start of a Lister 4 Cylinder by hand

2018-01-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
have the weight but it was easier to use. MG Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: One of the memories of my childhood is my uncle starting my grandfather's 1939 model b JD by throwing the flywheel around by hand. Then I would sit on my grandfather's lap as he drove the tractor. After a while he would

Re: [MBZ] Lightest engine

2018-01-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Just need light and mechanical. Power, even 50hp would be good. MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: If there a 4 cyl turbo version of the OM606 for the RTW? I'd guess there is. But if MG wants it cheap, that probably eliminates importing one from meh he Ko, or some other country

Re: [MBZ] Lightest engine

2018-01-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
He's flying. Makes for a bit heavy carry-on luggage. MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: You can bring wunna dem to MG on the way to Tampa. Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com> January 14, 2018 at 11:27 AM Probably the 601. I have a couple available if you ne

Re: [MBZ] Lightest engine

2018-01-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
Not very far at all. to Lady Lake. Lacey Lake Rd however is a whole nother thing, even for free. :-0 MG Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On January 14, 2018 at 3:22 PM MG via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: OK. Where is up here? The owner is probably pretty close to where I a

Re: [MBZ] 123 headlight doors v Euros

2018-01-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
Not as far as I know but I think Tom may have a list of some people who bought a lot of the old stock when Mercedes got rid of it. MG Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Does the classic center have access to parts that may show NLA at a regular dealer? On 1/14/2018 3:23 PM, Meade

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