[MBZ] Estates coming out of the woodwork

2018-10-23 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
/6730171231.html https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/1985-mercedes-300td/6730195261.html https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/1982-mercedes-300tdt-station/6729028790.html clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Some nice old Benzes

2018-10-22 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
#21 gullwing maybe it won the showroom races clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 22, 2018, at 7:31 PM, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Moss set the mille miglia record in 57 i think but it was in a roadster > (not a gullwing). His navigator was a jou

Re: [MBZ] 123 coupe rocker panel wanted.

2018-10-22 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
I have a DeWalt saw. Three batteries, but they no longer last to remove fenders clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 22, 2018, at 8:41 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Either that or buy Clay a battery powered Sawzall and send him back to pick > and

Re: [MBZ] Some nice old Benzes

2018-10-20 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
. A 1904, 59 300sl roadster, 1961 190sl, and a 280 SE cab that was once owned by prince Hussein of Jordan. That and the 300sl gullwing on loan from DBAG. I think Stirling Moss drove it. I took no photos. Just had fun eating pate and chatting clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT Mac boys

2018-10-19 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Not sure. I am running old OS on old iron. Seems nice enough for me. When I allowed the macbook to upgrade it became possessed and would not allow me to log in, asking me for my iCloud words, which I am sure I do not have. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 19, 2018, at 10:43

[MBZ] Save this from a Moron

2018-10-18 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Comfort control module

2018-10-18 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
I was living in the CE. It seems to be used in the R129 and some other pillar less examples. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 18, 2018, at 9:13 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I think it is needed with the auto-down feature for the front windows on > the

[MBZ] Adventures in window arms

2018-10-18 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
. I am about $250 in on the hardware. Once I get it on the road, I will have a total for you. Now, your task will be to provide a shipping address. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] CE all around

2018-10-18 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
DONE clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 18, 2018, at 8:56 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Wow, neither was I. Front driver's window is dead on my cabriolet, but I > haven't taken the door panel off yet to see what's going on. > > Judging from t

[MBZ] Comfort control module

2018-10-17 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
plug in parts that must make something control. But WHAT? clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net ___ 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] ***SPAM*** I seriously need this, or at least seriously want this

2018-10-17 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
FUH** I have the cash, but the drive might kill the thing clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 17, 2018, at 1:23 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1966-mercedes-truck/6725597034.html >

Re: [MBZ] CE all around

2018-10-17 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
I was not aware that these things were riveted to the door. I will need to mount another excursion with the appropriate tools to extricate the regulators. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 16, 2018, at 7:34 AM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I need window regu

Re: [MBZ] CE all around

2018-10-17 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
on it clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 17, 2018, at 5:14 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Clay, > > Please get the front door window regulators with motors, both sides. Rear > windows, just get the motors as the regulators for cabriolet are unique.

Re: [MBZ] CE all around

2018-10-16 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
The CE/CD w123 has other than sedan regulator arm. Past section president will just weld blobs where the tooth used to live, then form it into teeth clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 16, 2018, at 7:58 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Hold on that, I need to

Re: [MBZ] CE all around

2018-10-16 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
What grey seats things do you desire? I have not visited the cars, but there are two with grey insides, different yards 80 miles apart clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 16, 2018, at 7:34 AM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I need window regulators, both sides.

Re: [MBZ] CE all around

2018-10-16 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
OK, will make a trip with my tool kit clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 16, 2018, at 7:34 AM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I need window regulators, both sides. Please get, I'll pay pal money. > > Grey interior? Decent front seats? > -- > Max Dill

[MBZ] CE all around

2018-10-15 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Three of the PnP yards each have a 300CE. Too bad I have no use for one clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] OT: A little something not for everyone

2018-10-15 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
YOu miss the point. IT is a canvass upon which to produce something to survive the end times. No EPA, no political correctness, no virtue-signalling, just survival. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 15, 2018, at 10:02 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Looks nice but kinda high 2009 Mercedes ML 320 Bluetec - $11800

2018-10-15 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
, not for family vacations and trips. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 15, 2018, at 9:50 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > 1985 ALL OVER AGAIN. Maybe in a few years, one German company will get > brave enough to try again. Last time around, VW didn't giv

Re: [MBZ] OT: A little something not for everyone

2018-10-14 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Why do I allow myself to get sucked into these things? IT always seems to turn out wrong. we start with this… https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/06-sprinter-van-high-top/6710593951.html and then is just goes downhill….

Re: [MBZ] I Can...

2018-10-14 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
IT was, but I took the SL out for one last top down clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 13, 2018, at 11:22 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Sounds like a bright bright bright sunshiny day > > --R > Sent from iPhone > >> On Oct 14, 201

[MBZ] I Can...

2018-10-13 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
garbage pioneers in the holes. Once the real speakers were hooked up… I had much music without having to take the knob to 11. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive

[MBZ] Griots

2018-10-13 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
I go to meet Richard Griot today. Pretty cool guy, and he has LOTS of interesting cars. MBCA local section event this morning at Griot headquarters with a peek behind the curtain at some of his cars and how he got some and what he is doing with them. We got to see three of his benz. All

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** A No Go

2018-10-10 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
is the ability to piddle in a bottle, hold your sphincter for ages, be willing to roast in excessive summer temps, and remain warm enough at 50+ below, in real degrees. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 10, 2018, at 11:39 AM, Ed Booher via Mercedes > wrote: > > What? Is

Re: [MBZ] Shout out to Poos

2018-10-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
He and I moderated the MBCA w114/115 forums a few years back, prior to when the board took a massive dump on their web presence. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 9, 2018, at 4:37 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > What is surprising is I had never hea

Re: [MBZ] Shout out to Poos

2018-10-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
of being hornswaggled by this dope clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 9, 2018, at 3:22 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > So those people parting out good cars to make money wanted you to invest? > Maybe I should let them buy all my cars. > >

[MBZ] Shout out to Poos

2018-10-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mkRIb79WCk <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4mkRIb79WCk> Do not Reinvent the Wheel, just ask Pierre and Poos clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebe

Re: [MBZ] IEA Outlook for Renewable energy

2018-10-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
can spool up swiftly. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 9, 2018, at 9:07 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > How fast can hydro plants ramp up or ramp down? > In areas where large scale hydro is feasible, could hydro supplement solar > an

Re: [MBZ] OT - desktop hard disks

2018-10-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
built in RAID and Core iX or AMD AM3+ boards. FOR FREE!! Just put your disks in for making that NAS clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 9, 2018, at 5:54 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > > Just a generic PC I built out of parts. Basic i7 processor I had laying > around,

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** A No Go

2018-10-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Too bad. I just learned of a killer job for the perpetually boredom proof. Seems there is a job where you sit in a tanker truck all day long going nowhere for over $105k per annum. You have to sit in the truck in ND and keep the well pumps fueled up for months on end. clay monroe redgh

Re: [MBZ] Buying Used Vehicles

2018-10-08 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
for pennies out of a used car. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 8, 2018, at 12:50 PM, Ed Booher via Mercedes > wrote: > > Maybe it was always a hot mess and I've only realized it recently? Don't > know. The junk I've been seeing through my local craigslist

Re: [MBZ] Anyone want a rare Manny 240CD?

2018-10-08 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Hard to say. Miles a bit high? Too much work for updating the interior? It has a small ball trailer hitch clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 8, 2018, at 12:36 PM, Ed Booher via Mercedes > wrote: > > Why is this one: > https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/198

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: OT - .22 Rifles

2018-10-05 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Over the past century, every member of my family who has visited California, who died, contracted cancer. I am awaiting the future demise of many more. IT seems to he that California causes cancer, not some magical substance, like Diane Feinstein. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net

[MBZ] Sexy Time

2018-10-02 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/pts/d/rare-original-zenith-wire/6704960056.html The fellow would probably be better served putting these on BAT clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] Horrible Hobo attack last night

2018-10-01 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
the duty sergeant put down his donut and arrive on the scene to put the fear of the Lord into his minions clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 1, 2018, at 10:38 AM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Point very well made, re, having multiple dash cameras which give full >

Re: [MBZ] Horrible Hobo attack last night

2018-10-01 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
have no relationship with the cops. Lose/lose for the whole community clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 1, 2018, at 8:43 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > The police had more than enough to stop and question the perp, who was > probably within a coupl

Re: [MBZ] Horrible Hobo attack last night

2018-10-01 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
A body would be evident. The other way is for witnesses to return to the scene and select him from the single hobo at that location who is flinging his own excrement at buildings clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 1, 2018, at 4:48 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: OT - .22 Rifles

2018-10-01 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
I have an aversion to humidity and heat clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Oct 1, 2018, at 3:52 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Vote with your feet, come south and help us keep this state conservative. > - > Max > Charleston SC > > &

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: OT - .22 Rifles

2018-09-30 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
for distribution gratis to on a special bus? Not for the casual user, but for the hobos and AIDS carriers. I think the tree of liberty in SEA may need to feed some Pb to elected morons clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 30, 2018, at 7:19 PM, Larry Turner via Mercedes > wrote: > > Wow

Re: [MBZ] Horrible Hobo attack last night

2018-09-30 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
attorney filed suit for damages and caused embarrassment in the press.The legal proceedings continue, but the hobos were given the bums’ rush. At least for the next few weeks. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 30, 2018, at 6:33 PM, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes > wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Horrible Hobo attack last night

2018-09-30 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
, or the child of a family returning home from the ballgame down the street. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 30, 2018, at 3:30 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > > First, go to the soap box, and make your case. > > If that fails, go to the ballot box, st

Re: [MBZ] Horrible Hobo attack last night

2018-09-30 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
upkeep chores. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 30, 2018, at 3:14 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > You don't appear to be showing the proper amount of compassion for the less > fortunate among us. Perhaps you need to go to a Reeducation Camp. Is there &g

[MBZ] Horrible Hobo attack last night

2018-09-30 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Seattle, the land of snowflakes and all manner of idiocy has taken another victim. Allen (SD) was attacked, while i was driving, by a deranged Hobo who had set up a fort with the orange traffic barrels and was using the caution sign as a shield. He was blocking access to the highway on the

Re: [MBZ] BMW 1971 R75 - what's it worth?

2018-09-28 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Most goodly your pile. The flying brick was a really smooth ride back in the day. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 28, 2018, at 7:11 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > > Basically I'm inheriting my dad's 1984 (?) K100. Always was a nice bike to > ride

Re: [MBZ] ISO used Hirschmann antenna for my 123 wagon

2018-09-28 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
sounds like you need a new shaft. Just clean the thing up. Probably have grease on the pig tail clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 28, 2018, at 10:09 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Clutch slips. Makes a noise but won't retract. > > On Sep

Re: [MBZ] BMW 1971 R75 - what's it worth?

2018-09-27 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
ear troubles. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 27, 2018, at 9:04 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > I always wanted a R65 LS and a R65 GS. > Unfortunately, so do a lot of people who are more willing to spend money than > I am. > > Mitch. >

Re: [MBZ] ISO used Hirschmann antenna for my 123 wagon

2018-09-27 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
What is wrong with yours? I may have parts you can use clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 27, 2018, at 10:35 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > If anyone can has a working 300TD antenna (unique to a W123 wagon) they're > willing to part with please con

Re: [MBZ] BMW 1971 R75 - what's it worth?

2018-09-27 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
The R90 is more collectable. The R75 is a workhorse with not much sexy to it. It did sell well. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 27, 2018, at 9:04 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Drool-la-la. > > I had a 1960 R25 single cylinder BMW in col

Re: [MBZ] Clear coat starts peeling, driver and passenger leather seat starts to tear

2018-09-26 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
DBAG just put a Swede in charge of Mercedes. Another first was to have the new fearless leader not be an engineer. Now we know the cars are going to be trash right out of the box clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 26, 2018, at 7:09 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] More hookers and blow

2018-09-25 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
, one that has been hacked up would otherwise have no value clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 25, 2018, at 6:00 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > I replaced a 1970s Mercedes V8 with a 1970s Ford V8 because I didn't know how > to work on the fuel injecti

Re: [MBZ] Anyone want a rare Manny 240CD?

2018-09-25 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
.html https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/1980-mercedes-300td-station/6665177002.html https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/1978-mercedes-benz-300cd-1650/6686278941.html clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 24, 2018, at 10:37 PM, Michael Esh via Mercedes > wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] SBC/electrohydraulic brake warranty

2018-09-24 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
I keep to the diesel w126. Hard to come across anything prone to EMP troubles beside the radio. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 24, 2018, at 6:38 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes > wrote: > > Got it. Glad that the newest MB that I drive is a w123! > > Sent from my i

Re: [MBZ] More hookers and blow

2018-09-24 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
https://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/d/1972-mercedes-benz-350sl/6700375008.html This fellow must have snorted a kilo of colombian marching powder off the ample bosom of a 400 # tranny to arrive at this price. Scrap value is close to beneficent given how he has desecrated the car. clay

Re: [MBZ] Anyone want a rare Manny 240CD?

2018-09-24 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
usually close to $1/mile, but that depends upon what the broker can negotiate with the hauler. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 24, 2018, at 8:13 AM, Mike Esh via Mercedes > wrote: > > Anyone have an idea of how much it would cost to have it shipped to Michigan?

Re: [MBZ] Anyone want a rare Manny 240CD?

2018-09-24 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Got to wonder if he installed the OM616 drive shaft as well clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 23, 2018, at 10:46 PM, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes > wrote: > > > https://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/cto/d/1980-mercedes-300-cd/6681960106.html > >

Re: [MBZ] Morons on w123 fakebook list

2018-09-23 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
just like the new cars which are cobbled together out of Cheep Chinesium. I was disgusted at the number of shite parts marked from the peoples republic of faked parts in the W220 clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 23, 2018, at 7:23 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wro

Re: [MBZ] After a Night of Hookers and Blow...

2018-09-23 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
who give birth to humans to use them as parts sources for more deserving examples of homo sapiens clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 23, 2018, at 7:49 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > He says he spoke at length with a guy whose business model is parting out

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: After a Night of Hookers and Blow...

2018-09-22 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
At least he is not drinking MBUSA kool-aid about how wonderful the new junk is. And it is nice that he wants to keep our old stuff running. Maybe Kaleb can provide him with cars to rebuild clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 22, 2018, at 2:06 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Merce

Re: [MBZ] After a Night of Hookers and Blow...

2018-09-22 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63_zJ4VAQYM=376s Damn Pierre! clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 22, 2018, at 5:09 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Don't a lot of NOS parts come from somebody saving them from the dumpster > when the deal

Re: [MBZ] After a Night of Hookers and Blow...

2018-09-22 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Much like the guys trying to pawn off Ferraris at this years auction in England. Prancing horses only, and so many that did not sell due to stars in the eyes by the owners. Those that did sell came in for low to mid five figures. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 22, 2018, a

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Suckers born every minute

2018-09-20 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
There should be three wrench. Picking up a bunch of cheep chinee 14mm wrench is the simple part. Getting the angle just right so they do not interfere is were I had issue. Undercut him by half and make profit on volume. Kent Bergsma sells the faked up sets. clay monroe redgh

Re: [MBZ] State Farm offer

2018-09-17 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
communication you have with these clowns and make a file of it. You should also read over the Oklahoma insurance regulations and statutes. Most of these thieves are prone to wandering outside the law as often as bankers and politicians. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 17, 2

Re: [MBZ] 2001 Mercedes Benz s500 - $4000

2018-09-12 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
And if you bypass the airmatic, the analog spring swap is the same price clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 12, 2018, at 5:24 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > Ouch > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On Sep 12, 2018 7:53 PM, "D

Re: [MBZ] 2001 Mercedes Benz s500 - $4000

2018-09-12 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
not work, or are on the failure train cascade of death. This car looks like a turd that would not get more than $2k to haul away clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 12, 2018, at 4:48 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > Not mine, no interest, etc. ... >

Re: [MBZ] South Carolina Mandatory Evacuation Order

2018-09-11 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
hit the market, finding $10 grams was like happening upon Unicorn sperm. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 11, 2018, at 9:21 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On September 12, 2018 at 12:13 AM clay monroe via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >

Re: [MBZ] South Carolina Mandatory Evacuation Order

2018-09-11 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
, as well as the hobos and drug fiends clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 11, 2018, at 11:10 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Anything less than 1,000 rounds isn’t enough. Words to live by. > > -D > > >> Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote:

Re: [MBZ] 95 e300 State Farm update

2018-09-11 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
it is. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 11, 2018, at 8:01 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > The only fixing I might do is replace the door and maybe get it painted > cheaply. Or, I may buy it back and turn around and stick it on Craigslist and > sell

Re: [MBZ] factory color?

2018-09-11 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
That is not natural according to the dealer paint chart in my file from 1974 clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 11, 2018, at 7:43 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > I kinda like it > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/sl-mercedes-convertib

Re: [MBZ] 95 e300 State Farm update

2018-09-11 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Refuse to accept the offer to total and provide them with reams of data showing it is worth much more. The longer you sit on the resolution, the more antsy they become. Take the car home with you so they can not steal it clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 11, 2018, at 7:24

[MBZ] Time to send for the boys in white coats?

2018-09-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
So, I am thinking of another stupid project. Allen is wearing the livery of the local state university, and will be the hero vehicle in a new music video. There are many accolades for her from fans. Her being a PITA with the ignition lock goofiness just irks me for now. 2016 is when Polei

Re: [MBZ] Seems like these would be hard to find now days

2018-09-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Somebody with a R107 will hop on that. Not enough desire for the tired old w126 cars for anybody to invest over much to keep one on the road. But, a roadster will give great return on investment to make it functional. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 9, 2018, at 6:50 PM, Kale

Re: [MBZ] Screw it

2018-09-09 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
, but the locking pin would not disengage so the ignition would turn the thing on. Now I have to do PnP hunts for ignitions. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 9, 2018, at 1:01 AM, archer75--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> The locksmith my mechanic sends me to is no

Re: [MBZ] Screw it

2018-09-07 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
I am now of a mind to salvage as many lock sets (door/trunk/ignition) as I can to maybe store away on the parts shelf. The locksmith will still cut a key for these, all I need is the VIN plate from the door. They will even test the keys for me. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Se

Re: [MBZ] Screw it

2018-09-07 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
on to them, as I am sure once it it common knowledge you can not get them anymore, the things will command a king’s ransom. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 7, 2018, at 1:19 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Fri, 7 Sep 2018 11:56:48 -0700 clay monroe via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Screw it

2018-09-07 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
ront door lock on my home when I locked myself out. They had issue with the back door, so had to pick the garage door lock which was much newer. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 7, 2018, at 12:15 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > What happens if you take

Re: [MBZ] Screw it

2018-09-07 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
he Mercedes Lock Man? > > RB > > On 07/09/2018 1:56 PM, clay monroe via Mercedes wrote: >> The locksmith my mechanic sends me to is no longer interested in doing car >> things... Mercedes especially. Too many whiners? Not sure. Either way, I >> have been having

Re: [MBZ] I guess 115 values are going up

2018-09-07 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
The scrap yard bound examples are now being offered up at a bit above bottom feeder pricing. I am looking at a few that need interior, exterior, and engine work to be made streetable. I guess it is better ROI for seller to get more than the pitiable $45/ton scrap values. Even the “parts

[MBZ] Screw it

2018-09-07 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
The locksmith my mechanic sends me to is no longer interested in doing car things... Mercedes especially. Too many whiners? Not sure. Either way, I have been having trouble with the start key not watning to turn. We got the tumbler out and off I went for a rebuild. The locksmith shot some

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes out west

2018-09-03 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Yes The Mercedes Benz Hyundai/Kia, but the koreans make a better car clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 3, 2018, at 5:44 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > > The first ML doesn't look too bad but be aware that 'tow package' means > 'aftermarket hitch', f

Re: [MBZ] bullet proof glass

2018-09-02 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Sound reducing, double paned glass. Part of the “driving a livingroom” ethic. No way they keep lead out. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 1, 2018, at 6:37 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > There goes that myth. My brother's w140 did have thick side windows

Re: [MBZ] My adventure with State Farm (long)

2018-09-01 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Yeah, probably no interest on their part. Now you are screwed, and have to deal with the offender’s bunch clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Sep 1, 2018, at 6:12 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I only have liability on my car so USAA would not get invo

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

2018-08-28 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
to cold AC. Some folks had pointed me at the monovalve, so I figured I would get a spare to see if that may solve the issue. How should I bench test this? Just apply 12v? clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 28, 2018, at 4:51 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Tue, 28

Re: [MBZ] I get hit by a Florida old person

2018-08-27 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Looks like your car is a total loss I give you $200 for it clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 27, 2018, at 1:12 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > He backed into me as I was driving thru the lot. He has State Farm so > hopefully I don’t get screwed

Re: [MBZ] What's a nice '87 SDL worth?

2018-08-27 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
This one may be almost close to the current bid. This thing is real purtty with all the original goodness. A standard SDL that is nice enough does not command over four figures at best. clay 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green 1986 SDL - Polei 1982 300 SD - Allen retired models- 2002

Re: [MBZ] 123 rails

2018-08-27 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
There is no way they arrived already!?! If so, do they work as needed? clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 25, 2018, at 9:31 AM, Michael Esh via Mercedes > wrote: > > Theses are the rails I needed for the 84 300D wagon that is getting the new > floor pans. &

[MBZ] Just What Poos wants

2018-08-27 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/cto/d/1970-mercedes-benz-250se-rare/6669043606.html This pretty much checks all his boxed clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive

Re: [MBZ] OT: Alligator attack in SC

2018-08-22 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
, to clear to wood smoke from hemp. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 22, 2018, at 8:27 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > If you set a case of beer in an alley there, is that considered a "baited > hunt" during hobo season? > > :) [sa

Re: [MBZ] OT: A new law of thermodynamics

2018-08-22 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
That would just fan the flames in each state to create a climate catastrophe clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 22, 2018, at 12:17 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > As an alternative proposal... I suggest we line up all the politicians in > California, Oregon

Re: [MBZ] OT: A new law of thermodynamics

2018-08-22 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
be to build a humongous Dyson fan on Mt Olympus to blast winds at the Fraser Valley and disrupt the flow clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 22, 2018, at 11:54 AM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yeah, the box fans idea is silly. A better plan would be to use

Re: [MBZ] OT: Alligator attack in SC

2018-08-22 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
PNW urban area has coyotes, bald eagles, bears, puma, deer, and hobo in abundance. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 22, 2018, at 7:58 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > We have alleged coyote sightings in suburban DC, although I have requested > a phot

Re: [MBZ] 450SE parts

2018-08-20 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
I will add that to the list clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 20, 2018, at 6:48 PM, Michael Esh via Mercedes > wrote: > > If you see any w123 with seats I still need the drivers side left seat rail > that bolts to the floor pan with 10mm bolts. And the

[MBZ] 450SE parts

2018-08-20 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
I am headed to the PnP Thursday. Anybody need something off a w116? Most of the other stuff at the yard falls into the post 1995 low quality build iron clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

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

2018-08-16 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
been part of the active cycle. Oil is billions of years of stored carbon made up of unimaginable amounts of tiny critters. Would the weight of a current hog be much the same as the carbon of an equal mass of diatom? clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 16, 2018, at 7:51 AM, MG

Re: [MBZ] Gwagen not a bad price

2018-08-16 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
Looks to have the OM617, not a 603 clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 16, 2018, at 7:31 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > I guess > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/mercedes-wagon/6671849142.ht

Re: [MBZ] Selling wheels on BAT

2018-08-16 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 16, 2018, at 7:15 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > I acquired a spare set of bundt wheels over the years and was wondering > whether they would sell on BAT. A set of Porsche wheels is currently > listed (I have

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

2018-08-15 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
We should use the recently perished obese to render into transportation fuels. Lots of heavy folks who would be better used that way than wasted in boxes or urns clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 15, 2018, at 10:21 AM, ROGER HALE via Mercedes > wrote: >

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

2018-08-15 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
to having enviro weenies wanting to limit fuel production or petro giants not interested in allowing for bio fuels clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 15, 2018, at 9:52 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > This oil company is turning animal fat into dieselPublishe

Re: [MBZ] W116 rear seat pads - sources

2018-08-15 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
IT may be time to see what the mexicans are up to. They provided the pads for my SL a few years ago. Bound to have .. Nope, take it back.. Not enough people needing pads for the mexicans to make coconut fiber pads for the sedans clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 15, 2018, a

Re: [MBZ] W116 rear seat pads - sources

2018-08-15 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
I spent today removing the leather from a w126 driver seat. Lots of horse hair pad there I would think PnP may provide the needed pads. Now I will need all manner of storage to stock up on seat backs. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Aug 14, 2018, at 10:20 PM, David Bruckmann

[MBZ] W126 adventures

2018-08-15 Thread clay monroe via Mercedes
good and fully functional. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net ___ 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

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