Re: [MBZ] Good on Advance Auto...

2008-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
For which carsorry I lost track of the thread. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Sunday, November 09, 2008 8:53 AM To: Diesel List Subject: [MBZ] Good on Advance Auto... Advance Auto was as good as their word, I

Re: [MBZ] Hood star and the people that wear hoods

2008-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
My hips are toast after bowling. Usually lots of liquid pain number is involved (usually not welcome at the church functions) and I don't realize how jacked up I am until next day. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Sat

[MBZ] Trampas Secret Message...Glow Plug Relay

2008-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Any luck locating the glow plug relay? Bob R in AZ w/TU 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okie

Re: [MBZ] I just returned from a car deal gone sour

2008-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Live and learn, Okiemensch. Thankfully none of them commented on "yer pretty mouth". Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Saturday, November 08, 2008 9:59 PM To: Banned List; mercedes Mailing List Subject: [MBZ] I

Re: [MBZ] gmail

2008-11-06 Thread Robert Rentfro
Maybe he's CHANNELING answers through us and we don't know it. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Thursday, November 06, 2008 5:35 PM To: mercedes Mailing List Subject: [MBZ] gmail Going thru the subscriber list

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-06 Thread Robert Rentfro
Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb Robert Rentfro wrote: > Yes I do...just did a bunch of cooling system work on it. Still runs like > mad. Does Arizona have similar registration to MS? If the car is more than ten years old it costs $35... Makes it easy and cheap to have a 3rd/ba

Re: [MBZ] Looking for a Glow Plug Relay

2008-11-06 Thread Robert Rentfro
ednesday, November 05, 2008 10:22 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Looking for a Glow Plug Relay I have an 001 545 98 32 from an '85 SD (OM617 5 cyl) what car is a 22 32 for? Chris Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Anyone have a functioning glow plug

Re: [MBZ] Looking for a Glow Plug Relay

2008-11-06 Thread Robert Rentfro
n Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 10:12 PM, Trampas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Let me check I junked a car awhile back but not sure if I saved the relay. > > Trampas > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > On Behalf Of Robert Rentfro >

[MBZ] Looking for a Glow Plug Relay

2008-11-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
Anyone have a functioning glow plug relay laying around you want to part with? 0015452232 is the part number. I know you have one, Rusty. I'll check before I part with 188 clam shells. Bob R. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sp

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
Yes it is -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2008 7:29 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb Timing is everything. On Wed, Nov 5, 2008 at 8:24 PM, Robert Rentfro

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
Yes I do...just did a bunch of cooling system work on it. Still runs like mad. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2008 1:36 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb Robert

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
Tue, Nov 4, 2008 at 11:23 PM, Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Yes you did...I guess time passes slowly when you have a non running car > sitting in the garage. > I shall employ more patience. > Bob > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [ma

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb Seems I told you I was checking. Robert Rentfro wrote: > What about the glow plug relay? You got one? > > > > Wie viel? > > > > Thanks > > > > Bob R > > ___

[MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2008-11-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
What about the glow plug relay? You got one? Wie viel? Thanks Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go t

Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
Mitch typed: "In Michigan, the law requires licensed service facilities to give written estimates for all work over $20. If the work should run more than 20% over estimate, they have to get your approval before performing the extra work. It is customary (and fraudulent IMO) here to assess a "mi

Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
down to $66. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Monday, November 03, 2008 5:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement what is this localty visa? Robert Rentfro wrote: > I paid nada..

Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
your warranty by declining their recommendation but generally in normal driving they go for years. However if the car has been through a dust storm or bush fire smoke then it may well be dirty. Hendrik Robert Rentfro wrote: > Here is what my invoice says: > > MBZ Flex Service B$2

Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
I paid nada...I had money left on my Loyality VISA from MBCA. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Monday, November 03, 2008 3:03 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement My first thoug

Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
01 PM, Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > It was stuff like rear brakes, cabin filter set, and a new driver's sun > visor since the one in it is almost impossible to put down anymore. Nothing > covered by warranty. > > Bob R > > -Original Message- >

Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement Robert Rentfro wrote: > Anywho..the service guy called and gave me a laundry list of stuff that > "could stand to be done but weren't pressing". Add totaled, his laundry list > of stuff, along with the $299 service, added up to a litt

Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
onday, November 03, 2008 12:21 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement Why wouldn't your warranty kick in for some of that bill? John On Mon, Nov 3, 2008 at 10:05 AM, Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Took the '05 E320 to the stealership to

Re: [MBZ] Glow Plug Drama

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
8 12:25 PM > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Glow Plug Drama > > > Glowplug relay, mounted on the fender. > > -Rolf > > Robert Rentfro wrote: > > Someone remind me where the fuse (strip) is I need to check for the glow > > plugs? I haven&#x

Re: [MBZ] Glow Plug Drama

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
plug relay, mounted on the fender. -Rolf Robert Rentfro wrote: > Someone remind me where the fuse (strip) is I need to check for the glow > plugs? I haven't been able to locate my manuals/CDs since I move and SWMBO > said she didn't "put them away". > > > >

Re: [MBZ] Glow Plug Drama

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
3, 2008 11:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Glow Plug Drama Glowplug relay, mounted on the fender. -Rolf Robert Rentfro wrote: > Someone remind me where the fuse (strip) is I need to check for the glow > plugs? I haven't been able to locate my manuals/CDs since I

[MBZ] Stealership Excitement

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
Took the '05 E320 to the stealership to get the "B" service done. I have around $400 left on my Loyalty VISA to burn at the joint so that is why the dealer is doing the service. He said the "B" service would be $299. Gave me a new C300 to drive. Nice. Anywho..the service guy called and gave me a

[MBZ] Glow Plug Drama

2008-11-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
Someone remind me where the fuse (strip) is I need to check for the glow plugs? I haven't been able to locate my manuals/CDs since I move and SWMBO said she didn't "put them away". And, btw Rusty, glow plug relay is under the dash Bob R '77 300D ___

[MBZ] Finally...Glow Plug Drama in my Life

2008-10-31 Thread Robert Rentfro
The last few days the glow plug light would stay on for about 5 seconds after starting my car. Today, while I'm in Tucson at the U of A (in the '05 E320), boy child calls and says the 300D's glow light will not come on when the key is turned and that he tried once to start it after 30 seconds ("ch

Re: [MBZ] OT: VW commercials w/ Miss Helga - Hilarious

2008-10-30 Thread Robert Rentfro
Oh snap! I love those. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Christopher McCann Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2008 9:24 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] OT: VW commercials w/ Miss Helga - Hilarious http://www.youtube.com/watch?v

Re: [MBZ] holy sweet mother of god

2008-10-30 Thread Robert Rentfro
Maybe that's what the Wizard drove in the Emerald City Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2008 4:59 PM To: Banned List; mercedes Mailing List Subject: [MBZ] holy sweet mother of god htt

Re: [MBZ] new perks at my job

2008-10-26 Thread Robert Rentfro
Using your own laptop you should be fine. Out at the old nuke plant, there are 5 dudes in the process of being 86-ed due to bypassing firewalls on company computers, getting out on to the internet and visiting verboten sites (beer brewing, guns, You Tube, etc). The IT guys are very good at making

[MBZ] O.T. Wee Acura Cooling Hoses

2008-10-26 Thread Robert Rentfro
Is there any disadvantage to buying a length of the correct wee size heater hose and cut pieces to fit to replace the seemingly original preformed ones? No one I've found has the little preformed hose any more, but the dealer "has a diagram and might have some lying around". Bob R '77 300D 197

Re: [MBZ] quiz for the list

2008-10-23 Thread Robert Rentfro
Looking west, Colorado...Looking east, Wonko? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Luther Sent: Thursday, October 23, 2008 10:36 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] quiz for the list Corn harvest? Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

Re: [MBZ] no heat

2008-10-21 Thread Robert Rentfro
was typing my heresy the thought "what would Marshall say" suddenly popped into my mind... On Tue, Oct 21, 2008 at 10:30 PM, Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Andrew typed: > > "I had an annoying situation with my 1983 300TD blower motor fuse blowing >

Re: [MBZ] no heat

2008-10-21 Thread Robert Rentfro
Andrew typed: "I had an annoying situation with my 1983 300TD blower motor fuse blowing constantly, so i simply upped the fuse to the next higher level of amperage. Worked without a hitch for years!" Hope Herr Doktor Booth didn't read that.. Bob R ___

[MBZ] A Bit O.T. Acura Hoses

2008-10-20 Thread Robert Rentfro
Hey Rusty Do you sell hose kits for my stinkin' Acura? I have two of the wee hoses under the air intake have pinhole leaks. Also, where can get that air intake (goes between the air cleaner housing and the throttle body)? Bob R. '77 300D 197K '87 Acura Legend 197K '05 E320 60K

Re: [MBZ] new 300E pics

2008-10-19 Thread Robert Rentfro
Looks good. Maybe I'll try that Turtle Wax on the old Mustard Mobile. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Sunday, October 19, 2008 8:41 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] new 300E pics Freshly washed and

Re: [MBZ] A/C controls

2008-10-13 Thread Robert Rentfro
message -- > From: "Robert Rentfro" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > >> Haven't had a 124 yet, but nothing can be worse than either type of AC that >> was in 123's. That is what stinks about 123s in the desert. They're a notch &g

Re: [MBZ] OT (not politics) Vehicle Dependability Study

2008-10-13 Thread Robert Rentfro
Haven't had a 124 yet, but nothing can be worse than either type of AC that was in 123's. That is what stinks about 123s in the desert. They're a notch above having a bone stock '67 Beetle or a '64 Squareback. Bob R In love with my 123 again, since is was 46 degrees this morning. -Original M

Re: [MBZ] A Bit O.T. Acura Getting Hot

2008-10-08 Thread Robert Rentfro
circulating through the rad. Peter On Oct 8, 2008, at 9:41 PM, Robert Rentfro wrote: > First of all why is it cars overheat only when non-attentive girls > or kids > are driving them? > > Anyway, the Acura got hot the other day. Girl child said she drove > to the >

Re: [MBZ] O/T Coffee Rant

2008-10-08 Thread Robert Rentfro
I haven't noticed coffee prices since my super-fly lesbian gut doctor told me I can no longer drink Joe. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, October 08, 2008 6:19 AM To: List Mercedes Subject: [MBZ] O/T

[MBZ] A Bit O.T. Acura Getting Hot

2008-10-08 Thread Robert Rentfro
First of all why is it cars overheat only when non-attentive girls or kids are driving them? Anyway, the Acura got hot the other day. Girl child said she drove to the store (4.5 mile RT) and when she got home she noticed it as almost in the red and steam was hissing out of the overflow jug. So I c

Re: [MBZ] Euan

2008-10-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
Hey Zedic, Are you still in the UK? Bob R In the AZ -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jeff Zedic Sent: Saturday, October 04, 2008 10:09 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Euan I thought all the wagins had

Re: [MBZ] OT: Another trip another rental

2008-09-29 Thread Robert Rentfro
There on Business? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Monday, September 29, 2008 2:58 PM To: Diesel List Subject: [MBZ] OT: Another trip another rental You might remember back in June I was raving about the Hyundai E

Re: [MBZ] [Banned] FOR SALE 14" Bundts

2008-09-28 Thread Robert Rentfro
Give me the old painted hubcaps any day. Bob R. Jonesin' for a '71 220D -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Sunday, September 28, 2008 8:49 PM To: Banned List Cc: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] [Banned] FOR SALE 1

Re: [MBZ] Ralph E Wasserbaech is out of the office.

2008-09-23 Thread Robert Rentfro
That was random... -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2008 1:36 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Ralph E Wasserbaech is out of the office. I will be out of the office starting 09

Re: [MBZ] PS Pump

2008-09-22 Thread Robert Rentfro
, Robert Rentfro wrote: > How can it be that the power steering reservoir top lately will not > fit > tightly enough to keep from splooging out the M1 atf within? I've > changed > the gasket and it helps not. Surfaces are clean. > > &

Re: [MBZ] PS Pump

2008-09-22 Thread Robert Rentfro
Good idea. I need to look closely at the shaft seal. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Loren Faeth Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 2:39 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] PS Pump If the gasket is good and the cap nut

Re: [MBZ] E320 Hesitation in Cornering

2008-09-22 Thread Robert Rentfro
I know...this is an odd world I'm in when I dealing with the '05. I'll take my 31 year old car any day. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Loren Faeth Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 2:30 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [M

Re: [MBZ] E320 Hesitation in Cornering

2008-09-22 Thread Robert Rentfro
Doesn't seem to matter... -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Monday, September 22, 2008 11:42 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] E320 Hesitation in Cornering Robert Rentfro wrote: > It seems that

[MBZ] E320 Hesitation in Cornering

2008-09-22 Thread Robert Rentfro
It seems that the rpm drops to <750 coming out a corner after a stop (like waiting to turn left) and when you accelerate out of the turn it hesitates/misses a bit and then takes off like a scalded dog. What's this story? Bob R '05 E320 59K ___ http://www.ok

[MBZ] PS Pump

2008-09-22 Thread Robert Rentfro
How can it be that the power steering reservoir top lately will not fit tightly enough to keep from splooging out the M1 atf within? I've changed the gasket and it helps not. Surfaces are clean. Bob R '77 300D 197K ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new part

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ pics

2008-09-22 Thread Robert Rentfro
Looks like it was a nice little Zusammenkunft. Only the cars looked like I suspected. My preconceived idea of what y'all look like was off. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Saturday, September 20, 2008 11:25 AM To:

Re: [MBZ] In case somebody forgot to mention

2008-09-19 Thread Robert Rentfro
Since it's talk/type like a Pirate day, the question must be asked: How much does it cost for a Pirate to get his ears pierced? A buck an earARG! Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Friday, September 19, 200

Re: [MBZ] Houston and IKE...

2008-09-11 Thread Robert Rentfro
How 'bout the blow we had tonight, Chuck? That was probably the second worse dust storm I've driven in. To make it more fun, I ran over something at one point (I have no idea what it was) and about three miles later I felt the vibration start in the front left wheel. It was still on and off zero vi

Re: [MBZ] What would you buy now?

2008-09-08 Thread Robert Rentfro
You mean ones normal people can afford? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Monday, September 08, 2008 10:30 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] What would you buy now? i'm wondering how far we are from hydrogen

Re: [MBZ] Its raining cars

2008-08-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
Girls don't get it. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Wednesday, August 27, 2008 7:53 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Its raining cars > when his wife struck him in the head with

[MBZ] O.T. Moving

2008-08-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
Just in case any of you forget...it SUCKS to move. It sucks logarithmically the older and fatter you get. I need two bands of young men: one band of strong, straight studs to move my stuff, then another band of gay, artistic ones to place my stuff so my chi is focused and my feng shui rocks.

[MBZ] PHX CL 300D Parts

2008-08-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
Anyone need this guy's stuff? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/pts/802068378.html Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change deli

Re: [MBZ] turn signal doesn't.....

2008-08-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
Understand...make sure the brown wire is grounded well. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, August 24, 2008 2:38 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] turn signal doesn't. > ...My left turn signal

Re: [MBZ] Turn Signal Weirdness

2008-08-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
10-4, Jim. I shall carefully and completely examine the offending tail light. Donkey shirts. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Sunday, August 24, 2008 4:59 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Turn Signal

Re: [MBZ] Turn Signal Weirdness

2008-08-24 Thread Robert Rentfro
urn Signal Weirdness Bad headlight ground or damp electrics inside the dash. Peter On Aug 24, 2008, at 12:56 PM, Robert Rentfro wrote: > My left turn signal works fine when my headlights are off. When the > headlights are on, the left signal flashes quickly like the bulb is > burnt &g

Re: [MBZ] Turn Signal Weirdness

2008-08-24 Thread Robert Rentfro
I see. Is the termination of this ground in the tail light assembly? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Sunday, August 24, 2008 11:01 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Turn Signal Weirdness > It flashe

Re: [MBZ] Turn Signal Weirdness

2008-08-24 Thread Robert Rentfro
This is for the 300D, of course. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Rentfro Sent: Sunday, August 24, 2008 10:56 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] Turn Signal Weirdness My left turn signal works fi

[MBZ] Turn Signal Weirdness

2008-08-24 Thread Robert Rentfro
My left turn signal works fine when my headlights are off. When the headlights are on, the left signal flashes quickly like the bulb is burnt out. I've inspected the bulb and it looks fin. It flashes when the headlights are off, but doesn't flash when the headlights are on. What's the story? Bo

Re: [MBZ] a truck for wonko

2008-08-23 Thread Robert Rentfro
I like the fix-a-hole-by-welding-a-license-plate-there-fix in the one picture. Sweet. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Saturday, August 23, 2008 8:53 AM To: mercedes Mailing List Subject: [MBZ] a truck for wonk

[MBZ] O.T. Strange PHX CL Ad

2008-08-23 Thread Robert Rentfro
A unique way to make a point. http://flagstaff.craigslist.org/for/801664521.html Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delive

Re: [MBZ] Oblivious

2008-08-22 Thread Robert Rentfro
Don typed: "What is the flash point of diesel? Ok, got it -- *Diesel varies between 126°F and 204°F." Holy crapI have to worry about that daily then on my way to the old nuke plant while I drive through Hades. It felt 140 degrees today. BobR ___ http:/

Re: [MBZ] Sorry to see this

2008-08-22 Thread Robert Rentfro
My grandfather used to say he was, "Pounding a coffin nail" which he shortened to, "pounding a nail". Those Lucky Strikes did him in. To this day I still refer to it as pounding a nail. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the San

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN, recent political attacks

2008-08-20 Thread Robert Rentfro
Amen -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Wednesday, August 20, 2008 4:55 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] ADMIN, recent political attacks This has to be the first time there has been a political urinating

Re: [MBZ] OK, this is a weird one

2008-08-17 Thread Robert Rentfro
In the time it took her to write that rambling yarn she could have flown to the Vintage shop in CA, learned how to restore her car, come home and done it. She could do a History of MB mural for the boys in the Fatherland in exchange for a transmission, but she should leave out the part where they m

Re: [MBZ] Using Oil

2008-08-15 Thread Robert Rentfro
cedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Using Oil most of my cars don't get that much per quart and they keep running. just keep adding oil every tank and you should be fine, no? On Fri, Aug 15, 2008 at 11:05 PM, Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > My 300D is now using one quar

Re: [MBZ] Using Oil

2008-08-15 Thread Robert Rentfro
Really it's DINO juice, not dingosorry Royce -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Rentfro Sent: Friday, August 15, 2008 8:06 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] Using Oil My 300D is now using one quart of

[MBZ] Using Oil

2008-08-15 Thread Robert Rentfro
My 300D is now using one quart of oil every tank of fuel (usually 320 miles or so). Using dingo juice. It not leaking out anywhere and it's not being pumped out by a haywire vacuum pump. The thing is running great. What am I risking breaking if I continue to drive this thing with that oil usage? T

Re: [MBZ] longevity!!!

2008-08-13 Thread Robert Rentfro
Let me know about the all inclusive thing you do. I've been thinking about that for the big 30 in a year and a half. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Donald Snook Sent: Wednesday, August 13, 2008 9:32 AM To: 'Chuck Landenberger'; Mer

Re: [MBZ] WTF is this?

2008-08-11 Thread Robert Rentfro
Looks to me like they took off the correct tail lights and jammed on some 126-ers. Ish. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Redghost Sent: Monday, August 11, 2008 9:57 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] WTF is this? look

Re: [MBZ] WTF is this?

2008-08-11 Thread Robert Rentfro
Looks like someone yacked on the hood after they saw the taillights... Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Monday, August 11, 2008 4:44 PM To: Banned List; mercedes Mailing List Subject: [MBZ] WTF is this? ---

[MBZ] PHX CL TD Alert

2008-08-11 Thread Robert Rentfro
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/791560136.html disclaimers bla bla Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery opti

[MBZ] Possible New Neighbor

2008-08-10 Thread Robert Rentfro
So.we put a bid in on a "short sell" house down at the top of our street. Real estate boy said these things usually take forever to get the sellers bank to respond. Well, we heard back in three weeks and that was with a bid markedly less than what they were asking. Any who, I drove by yesterday for

[MBZ] PHX CL '80 300SD 58Kmiles

2008-08-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Jesus, Mary and Joseph I may be going to the Basilica! http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/ctd/788646681.html Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To U

Re: [MBZ] I bought the Volvo

2008-08-06 Thread Robert Rentfro
It's not only good, it's good for you. I like mine mixed in yogurt. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Luther Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2008 9:26 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] I bought the Volvo I eat granola by

Re: [MBZ] Was 300E/944?, now driving a 240D

2008-08-06 Thread Robert Rentfro
I'd like to find a nice 4 speed 240D with the dead simple AC for life here in Hades. It would get better mpg than my 300D fo' sho. I want the simple AC, crank windows, 4 speed and a crank open sun roof. Did they come that way? Everyone needs a change once in awhile. I'm due. My Acura isn't sellin

Re: [MBZ] RustyQ '08

2008-08-06 Thread Robert Rentfro
Rusty typed: "So far we have 14 rsvp's. I'll keep you posted. -want at least 25 people to do it." As soon as I find out if I'm on the hook to be the surveillance test queen in our refueling outage going on at that time I'll let you know. I'm tired of not making these festive occasions. Bob R

Re: [MBZ] RustyQ '08

2008-08-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] RustyQ '08 Robert Rentfro wrote: > Nope...I'd do I-10 to either Alabama or Mississippi or something then veer > to Hotlanta. Long way for a 31 year old car. I think you could make it. Wouldn't be able to hit as many miles in a day as you w

Re: [MBZ] RustyQ '08

2008-08-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
> > On Mon, Aug 4, 2008 at 8:17 PM, Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > Nope...I'd do I-10 to either Alabama or Mississippi or something then > veer > > to Hotlanta. Long way for a 31 year old car. > > > > Bob R > > > > -Or

Re: [MBZ] RustyQ '08

2008-08-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
ssion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] RustyQ '08 Coming across I-80? I live just a bit north of it. On Mon, Aug 4, 2008 at 8:06 PM, Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > It's a long drive but I have nothing else to in October. > I'd be driving the 300Dit's coo

Re: [MBZ] RustyQ '08

2008-08-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
It's a long drive but I have nothing else to in October. I'd be driving the 300Dit's cooler thenwould I be insane to even consider it in the old mustard mobile? Bob R. Back from the Beach -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rusty Cull

[MBZ] PHX CL '73 450SLC

2008-07-31 Thread Robert Rentfro
These are some odd pictures. Check out the engine temp in the one pic. http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/car/777826314.html If they were any closer, I'd expect a shot of the inside of a cylinder. Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see of

Re: [MBZ] something for your football fans / car guys

2008-07-30 Thread Robert Rentfro
Sweet. Did he learn his painting/bodywork skills from you? He will be the envy of student tailgaters. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Wednesday, July 30, 2008 8:00 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] s

Re: [MBZ] I cooked today

2008-07-28 Thread Robert Rentfro
As Goldmember said, "That's a keeper..." Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Luther Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 1:16 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] I cooked today A new menu item for the next OkieQ? :) Luther Loren

Re: [MBZ] PHX CL 300E Needs head gasket

2008-07-28 Thread Robert Rentfro
ssage- From: Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Sent: Mon, 28 Jul 2008 7:46 am Subject: [MBZ] PHX CL 300E Needs head gasket You reckon there is more to this then reads here? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/car/772316067.html Is "chang

[MBZ] AZ CL Camry Diesel

2008-07-28 Thread Robert Rentfro
Well lookie here. http://tucson.craigslist.org/car/771788295.html Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go t

Re: [MBZ] Nice car --- strange ebay ad

2008-07-28 Thread Robert Rentfro
Gary will bid on it since there's a watch in the glove box. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Donald Snook Sent: Monday, July 28, 2008 7:34 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Nice car --- strange ebay ad http://cgi.ebay.com/e

[MBZ] PHX CL 300E Needs head gasket

2008-07-28 Thread Robert Rentfro
You reckon there is more to this then reads here? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/car/772316067.html Is "changing the head gasket" a DIY task, or is the head probably toast? Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list spons

Re: [MBZ] PHX CL 300TD Not Bad, right?/turbo?

2008-07-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
Andrew reminded us: " I have a well-maintained turbodiesel for sale in D.C. that's twice the car for about a third the money." What are you selling Andrew? I must have missed it. Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: htt

[MBZ] PHX CL 300TD Not Bad, right?

2008-07-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/car/761538205.html Mind your drool. Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] PHX CL 300E with only 300 in miles!

2008-07-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
ssion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] PHX CL 300E with only 300 in miles! 'Seems to be really proud of his ridiculous wheels. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Robert Rentfro" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Mercedes Discussion List'" Sent: Sunday, July 27, 200

[MBZ] PHX CL "95 S350D

2008-07-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
Is this a rodbender? What would this get for mpg? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/car/764133017.html Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubs

[MBZ] PHX CL 300E with only 300 in miles!

2008-07-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/car/767035194.html I am not familiar with the inch miles to miles conversion. As Bugs would say, "What a maroon!" Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/

Re: [MBZ] Short notice Get to Gether....

2008-07-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
Chuck I have to work tomorrow. Can't turn down the double time. Thanks for thinking of me. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chuck Landenberger Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 8:43 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Short noti

Re: [MBZ] I cooked today

2008-07-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
Let me know how you feel in about three days. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Friday, July 25, 2008 6:40 PM To: Banned List; mercedes Mailing List Subject: [MBZ] I cooked today I spent most of the day out on

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