Re: [MBZ] I don't know if anyones been following this, but...

2014-12-21 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
It's too dang hot in Hotlanta. Hard to acclimate to hot! Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 21, 2014, at 4:42 PM, archer75--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Jaime Kopchinski wrote: >>> I don't know if anyones been following this, but its getting pretty >>> heavy here locally. I have a lot of friends and

Re: [MBZ] I don't know if anyones been following this, but...

2014-12-21 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Why do they want to move? Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 21, 2014, at 7:45 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > It affects me, but not directly. I don't work for MBUSA, I work for > MBRDNA. Although I do sit in Montvale. > > You could come up with towns all over the country that hav

Re: [MBZ] This is Cool

2014-12-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I really like that! One of my favorite colors too. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 18, 2014, at 10:31 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/4777032067.html > > The price even seems pretty decent. > > Dan > > Sent from my iPad > >

Re: [MBZ] OT - Model car

2014-12-17 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Funny, a Folk Art was the first thing that came to my mind as well! Nice piece! Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 16, 2014, at 7:05 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Cool. > > That’s worth a small fortune, Wilton - it’s “folk art”! > > Time to head for the Antiques Roadshow guys…… > > All

Re: [MBZ] Interesting

2014-12-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
That is nice but not as nice as tobacco brown/cognac:) Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 15, 2014, at 12:39 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Teal/parchment is one of the all time great color combinations. I guess > for that litle money one has to assume it doesn't run or drive. > >

Re: [MBZ] Gasket sealer for water pump installation?

2014-12-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
des > wrote: > > That was the super frustrating thing. The last time I "fixed" it it was good > for 100 miles... > -Curt > From: dseretakis--- via Mercedes > To: OK Don > Cc: Mercedes Discussion List > Sent: Monday, December 15, 2014 5:27 PM > Subj

Re: [MBZ] Gasket sealer for water pump installation?

2014-12-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
. > >> On Mon, Dec 15, 2014 at 10:59 AM, dseretakis--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Well I'm back to working on the enigmatic overheating '78 240D. I removed >> the water pump a few weeks ago to inspect it. Nothing obviously wrong with >> it. It was installed wi

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap

2014-12-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Nice going! Remind me now. Is this the euro w115 200D? Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 15, 2014, at 11:08 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > > Saturday I didn't get much done, but I did get the car jacked up. The > road rash doesn't look as bad as I'd feared. > > On Sunday I got to work on

[MBZ] Gasket sealer for water pump installation?

2014-12-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Well I'm back to working on the enigmatic overheating '78 240D. I removed the water pump a few weeks ago to inspect it. Nothing obviously wrong with it. It was installed with both the paper/fiber gasket and a gasket sealer. Is this recommended? Should I also use both or just the fiber/paper gask

Re: [MBZ] Interesting

2014-12-13 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Does a 1958 300d Adenauer count:) Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 13, 2014, at 4:48 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Other than Dan and Kaleb, anyone else fit this category (owners of an > S-class 140 model or newer? I'm sure there is someone else whose name > escapes me at the moment.

Re: [MBZ] Interesting

2014-12-13 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Yes and this is exactly why I'd never buy a non luxury brand. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 13, 2014, at 12:25 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > http://carbuying.jalopnik.com/here-are-four-great-reasons-why-luxury-cars-arent-only-1670300745/1670691632/+Kyosuke > > --R > >

Re: [MBZ] W210 wiper problem

2014-12-12 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
nd > grease it annually. > > Dan > > > >> On Dec 12, 2014, at 7:46 PM, dseretakis--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> A friend has a 1999 E320. The windshield wiper will not move but he can hear >> the motor turning. A couple of non-MB mechanics cou

[MBZ] W210 wiper problem

2014-12-12 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
A friend has a 1999 E320. The windshield wiper will not move but he can hear the motor turning. A couple of non-MB mechanics couldn't figure it out. I haven't seen the car yet. Any idea what could be happening? It has the single front wiper. Sent from my iPhone _

Re: [MBZ] Report on Prius

2014-12-11 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I just don't understand why people keep buying cars from a company that consistently and repeatedly conceals problems almost all of which are related to safety. And I further don't understand why Toyotas reliability rankings continue to be as high as they are. Here is a quote from the blog in th

Re: [MBZ] Time Capsule

2014-12-09 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I don't think the R129 is that bad. It has clean lines. I agree about the R107. It just doesn't cut it for me although the early euro models weren't that bad. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 9, 2014, at 6:20 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > I would agree. > > Try as I might, I have neve

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap

2014-12-08 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Oh minor stuff! Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2014, at 9:43 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > > The blower fuse fried again, and the muffler just fell off. > Again. Perhaps the car is trying to tell me something? > > -- Jim > > > ___ > http://www.

Re: [MBZ] Typical MBCA Behavior

2014-12-06 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Pierre also does Mercedes home visits all around the nation. I know some people up here in Maine that fly him up on an annual basis to their house to repair and maintain their fleet of 60's-80's Mercedes. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 6, 2014, at 11:26 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Typical MBCA Behavior

2014-12-05 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Pierre is a decent guy. He is very enthusiastic and knowledgeable and generous with technical advice. Give him a call and you will see! A friend and I met up with him when we went to Amelia Island last Match. We had a nice dinner. Sent from my iPhone On Dec 5, 2014, at 5:57 PM, Curly McLain v

Re: [MBZ] Frozen door lock - wt*?

2014-12-04 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Interesting. Never knew that! Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2014, at 3:56 PM, clay via Mercedes wrote: > > Tri-flow > > The other stuff is a boon for locksmiths, as it gums up the works and you end > up replacing the locks you put the gunk in. > > clay > >> On Dec 4, 2014, at 11:42 AM, Cu

Re: [MBZ] Frozen door lock - wt*?

2014-12-04 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Great idea! Mmmm frozen pee! Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2014, at 4:14 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > >> On 04/12/2014 11:01 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: >> My W123 300TD driver's door lock (naturally) freezes up every morning. How >> would I go about addressing th

Re: [MBZ] Frozen door lock - wt*?

2014-12-04 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Yes but true. Use an alcohol based de-icer that displaces water, then use lock ease. Obviously the door flap should be dealt with or not. I never bothered, just carry some lock de-icer with me or don't lock door overnight. You shouldn't have theft issues where you are?! Sent from my iPhone > O

Re: [MBZ] OT: Energy efficiency

2014-12-03 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Um that is weird as I ordered three all wood insulated Marvin awning windows for my garage. They came in yesterday. They broke the bank! Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 2, 2014, at 11:15 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Years ago I purchased some large insulated Marvin awning wind

Re: [MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-30 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
This car is possessed. How could it run perfectly after doing nothing to it then act up again? At the end of the day I think a leakdown test is a must. It should show me air bubbling thru coolant if head issue. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 30, 2014, at 1:45 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wro

Re: [MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-30 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
It was very hot. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 30, 2014, at 1:13 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Real hot or just warm? When it was doing it to me it was maybe 100F, like hot > bath water. When I've had coolant push out from a stuck thermostat it was a > big blast all at once and w

Re: [MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-30 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
The coolant that was boiling out was hot. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 30, 2014, at 10:18 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > If the coolant was boiling out could you put your finger in it? This is too > soon and not hot enough and theres no heat at the heater core. > > And I already

Re: [MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-30 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I'm not sure if there is a valve. The heat worked last week so I don't think that's the prob. There is just no coolant circulation into heater core for some reason. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 30, 2014, at 10:34 AM, Jon Agne via Mercedes > wrote: > > Dimitri, > > Is there a valve on this c

Re: [MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-29 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Anyone here use steel seal or other such head gasket sealing product with success? ___ 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/

Re: [MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-29 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
r a new T'Stat >> I removed the guts of the old T Stat so water would flow freely thru it. It >> still ran hot! But the new T Stat fixed any over heating problems. Things >> are not always logical. >> >> LarryT >> 91 300D >> 78 240D >> >>

Re: [MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-28 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
k > re-torquing the bolts. I think that suggests a failure in clamping force. > Maybe pull and measure the bolts to see if any are too long... > > -Curt > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android > > From:"dseretakis--- via Mercedes" > Date:Fri, Nov 28, 2014 at 8

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap

2014-11-28 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
That's good to hear! Might I suggest that you spray the heck out of the underbody parts exhibiting rust and body cavities with Fluid Film. It is an excellent rust inhibitor! Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2014, at 7:53 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > > Did I mention that it is back o

Re: [MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-28 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
ere rubber > parts involved? If so, they bear careful inspection. Is the venting line (E) > blocked? Perhaps there is a blockage in line (B) or in the water pump itself. > > >> On Nov 28, 2014, at 4:17 PM, dseretakis--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> It is not a

Re: [MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-28 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
It is not an OE tstat. The rad seems to have good flow and I don't see any scale rust etc in the tubes. I went through the motions of burping it but I'm not sure if it made a difference. I'm thinking about putting it all back together and testing the coolant with one of those combustion gas dete

Re: [MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-28 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
If I force the thermostat open, how is is different from leaving it out altogether? Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2014, at 3:24 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Fri, 28 Nov 2014 14:13:32 -0600 Curly McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > >> I'd try running it with the thermostat out and the r

[MBZ] Dwight and Curt's former 240D

2014-11-28 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
It was fine for a week but it's cooling system started rearing it's ugly head again! Hahaha. Ok so I can't get the lower rad hose to warm up even when upper hose is hot- engine is running hot at this point with coolant boiling out of rad neck. Shouldn't lower hose be hot instead of stone cold

Re: [MBZ] 190D injectors - success!

2014-11-24 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Are we going to have a rustQ for your 190? I think I owe you big as I can't get your car to overheat! Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 24, 2014, at 1:27 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Had time today to get the injectors swapped into my '84 190D. > A very easy job if you've got a 1 1/1

Re: [MBZ] S Class in top ten least reliable cars

2014-11-22 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Replace it with a w204 c class. Those are quite reliable from what I've been hearing. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 22, 2014, at 9:52 AM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes > wrote: > > You should remember that the normal Mercedes maintenance is considered a > defect in these surveys. The "normal"

Re: [MBZ] hi miles

2014-11-19 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
My 73 220D which is in pieces now, has 800K miles:) Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 19, 2014, at 6:51 PM, Rick Hawkins Java via Mercedes > wrote: > > Folks > > Our daughter's 300D turbo 1984 has about 392,000 miles > > and a working odometer > > it runs well > > she got a bunch of the grill m

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD W123 Balky Starter

2014-11-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Or ask the French man to do it. Should take him all of five minutes! Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 18, 2014, at 5:24 PM, dseretakis--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Why don't u replace it? You can handle the job, after all you can do front > end rebuilds;) > > Sent from

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD W123 Balky Starter

2014-11-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
And carry rear ends and treadmills down and up multiple flights of stairs! Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 18, 2014, at 5:24 PM, dseretakis--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Why don't u replace it? You can handle the job, after all you can do front > end rebuilds;) > > Se

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD W123 Balky Starter

2014-11-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Why don't u replace it? You can handle the job, after all you can do front end rebuilds;) Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 18, 2014, at 4:10 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'm leaning toward a used starter off a 60,000 mile 240 D with a 6 month > warranty from PG Auto. Unless so

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD W123 Balky Starter

2014-11-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
How do you know that starter is not a reman? Can u trust the miles? How many 240D that you know of have 60K miles? Buy new. Labor to R/R must be considered if you have to replace in 6 months. And yes who cares about noisy starters? Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 18, 2014, at 4:10 PM, Andrew Strasf

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD W123 Balky Starter

2014-11-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Buy a Bosch reman. Can't trust used. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 18, 2014, at 1:43 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > The starter motor in my 1983 300TD wagon is going down the tubes. This > morning it wouldn't budge until after I had plugged in the block heater for > 10 minute

Re: [MBZ] The Frost is on the Moose

2014-11-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Moose jerky is quite tasty. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 15, 2014, at 7:45 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > I've eaten a lot of moose and its not tough at all unless it was a big old > bull or is over cooked. > > Curt > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android > > _

Re: [MBZ] W463 door pocket

2014-11-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I've never seen a g wagen in a junkyard! Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 14, 2014, at 5:31 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Car-part.com I found 5 listings for RF door. Call em up and ask if they > will sell the liner or door pocket. > 4 are in CA, one in PA. > > You might also try

Re: [MBZ] Craig's New Ride

2014-11-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Actually I'm quite fond of quiche. You'd never guess of course since I'm a manly man who drives MB diesels:) I have a softer side too you know. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 14, 2014, at 2:36 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Careful. I ate quiche yesterday and it was yummy! > > Okie B

Re: [MBZ] Craig's New Ride

2014-11-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
That's cuz pansy ass Priapism driving pussies don't live in ND. Real men drive Mercedes diesels and trucks:) Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 13, 2014, at 3:45 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Betcha see a lot more pickups in ND than prii > > Randy runs a pickup in the winter in Winnipe

Re: [MBZ] Craig's New Ride

2014-11-12 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I still don't understand why the vast majority of stupid American cows in the herd can't see this. A small engined diesel powered car will outperform a Priapism on all fronts yet they still buy priapisms. Argh!! Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 11, 2014, at 8:16 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > w

Re: [MBZ] OT Wood Floors - solid wood vs. engineered

2014-11-12 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I agree. Engineered is garbage. It will always have a cheap look to it. The pre finished is nice but it has a subtle bevel and a finish which is too perfect. These both detract in my opinion. The best is solid wood sanded then finished. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 12, 2014, at 9:21 AM, G Mann

[MBZ] 240D rust repair (yes again)

2014-11-11 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Over the past month I've tackled some major rust in the front passenger side wheel well/shock mount rust. Check it out here: http://www.mbca.org/forum/2014-10-28/w123s-are-tough-rust-repair Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archi

Re: [MBZ] Craig's New Ride

2014-11-10 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Driving a Prius into a Starbuck's drive through. Can't get any more douchebaggy:) Would love to see a Jeremy Clarkson run over a priapism in a unimog. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 10, 2014, at 9:33 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > Nov 9 at 3:39 PM > Mark in Thousand Oaks > > I'd bu

Re: [MBZ] The Brakes that WON'T - 1983 300TD

2014-11-09 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Failed vacuum pump diaphragm? Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 9, 2014, at 10:23 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Some of you will recall my write up of the intermittent loss of power > braking on my 1983 300TD, coupled with the loss of engine shut off (won't > turn off with key).

Re: [MBZ] Tire pressure gauges

2014-11-05 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I kinda like the digital ones. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 5, 2014, at 7:55 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > What is your favorite pressure gauge? > > What type is it (stick, dial, digital, etc.)? > > How accurate is it? (I'll confess to being a stickler about accuracy.) > > What is its ra

Re: [MBZ] 240D moves on to a new home.

2014-11-05 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Thanks Curt! I need to invest a few days now to get this beauty driveable. Do I take the head off and tap out the head bolt holes or do the redneck thing and put a washer under the head bolts. Hmmm. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 5, 2014, at 2:59 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] Dimitri's 240D is ready to go!

2014-11-02 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Oh no another project!:) Actually, a head swap on your 240D might be a quicker fix than the rust repair on my 240D which I started - outside as my new garage is still under construction! I need to get the rust repair done before winter sets in but as it's snowing now it may be too late! So my 2

Re: [MBZ] Blue W123 carpet set - really?

2014-10-29 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
An attractive shade of blue but not for a car! Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2014, at 10:24 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Has anyone seen this shade of blue? > > http://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-W123-240-240D-280-300D-300TD-1977-1985-CARPET-SET-BLUE-/321563391305?pt=Moto

Re: [MBZ] OT - Shotguns/Pistols

2014-10-29 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Rednecks, all of ya:) Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2014, at 2:01 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Dan, > > I am not the end all of knowledge, so I defer to any and all greater and > better informed to answer your question. > > My understanding for on line sales which involve interst

Re: [MBZ] FW: 1987 Mercedes Benz 560 Limo

2014-10-26 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I like the w115 euro limos. All class:) Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 26, 2014, at 4:52 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'd prefer one of those 240D limos. > On Oct 26, 2014 2:25 PM, "Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes" < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> With it or in it? >> >> On

[MBZ] Motor mounts

2014-10-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
A friend is looking for motor and tranny mounts for his 78 240D. I'm hearing lately that the OEM are crap and that one should buy OE. Is there a particular OEM brand that is acceptable for this kind of part or must he bite the OE Mercedes bullet? Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cameron Air Show

2014-10-08 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
That was insane! Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 8, 2014, at 9:53 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > > Thanks - I have seen videos of some of those acts, but not all. > I used to enjoy mild aerobatics, but always maintained 3000' between myself > and the ground - at the lowest part of the maneuver.

Re: [MBZ] We are ***!!

2014-10-07 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
It's a Korean car. It was worthless when new. It could not have possibly appreciated from worthless now that it's used. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 7, 2014, at 11:44 AM, clay via Mercedes wrote: > > I decided not to share the pain of trying to get rid of SWMBA's korean car. > It has nothing

Re: [MBZ] Preservation class

2014-10-01 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
And where do you have your car judged? Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 1, 2014, at 6:18 PM, clay via Mercedes wrote: > > MBCA is trying to promote not buggering up old cars. This is a new promotion > that allows you to have the car looked at in a concours sort of manner to > verify condition an

Re: [MBZ] Grosser

2014-10-01 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Brown is for rockstars! Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 30, 2014, at 11:27 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Since when is brown "the color of luxury"? All shades of brown and tan > are IMHO plebeian. > > On Tue, Sep 30, 2014 at 9:30 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes < > mercedes@okie

Re: [MBZ] Daimler

2014-09-16 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Times change, cars change. If Mercedes would build a 240D in this day and age it would become the laughing stock of auto manufacturers. However, something in the spirit of a 240D might work. Simple, really well built and economical. Volkswagen kind of does it with the Jetta diesel. Why can't Mer

Re: [MBZ] At least one good choice

2014-09-16 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
They forgot to mention that the 350 is a rodbender and that the Miata is just a worthless tin can. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 16, 2014, at 9:14 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > http://carbuying.jalopnik.com/the-ultimate-two-car-garage-for-10k-1634932769 > > --R > > __

Re: [MBZ] Oil leak gone?

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
ndrew Strasfogel via Mercedes >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>> Your oil has gelled. >>>> >>>> On Mon, Sep 15, 2014 at 11:32 AM, archer75--- via Mercedes < >>>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>>> >>>>>

Re: [MBZ] Oil leak gone?

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
des@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>> >>> Your oil has gelled. >>> >>> On Mon, Sep 15, 2014 at 11:32 AM, archer75--- via Mercedes < >>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>> >>>> Your oil level is now down below the pan gasket? >>>>

Re: [MBZ] Oil leak gone?

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
>>> Your oil level is now down below the pan gasket? >>> Have you checked the oil level? >>> Gerry >>> >>> dseretakis--- via Mercedes wrote: >>> >>>> I run Mobil 1 5W40 in my 82 240D. I have been doing so for the 5 or so >>>

Re: [MBZ] Nice Universal

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Yup will prob go for 30K Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 15, 2014, at 8:19 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'm in lust. > > http://bringatrailer.com/2014/09/14/unusually-dry-1966-mercedes-benz-230-w110-universal/ > > Sent from my iPad > ___ > http://

Re: [MBZ] Oil leak gone?

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Haha. I knew someone would say that Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 15, 2014, at 9:18 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > You're out of oil? > > Dan > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Sep 15, 2014, at 8:59 AM, dseretakis--- via Mercedes >> wrote

[MBZ] Oil leak gone?

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I run Mobil 1 5W40 in my 82 240D. I have been doing so for the 5 or so years that I've owned it. It has always had a pretty significant oil leak as evidenced my a mess on my driveway. The past couple of weeks the oil leak seems to have stopped! How can this happen? Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] Old crash pics

2014-09-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I thought w115s were tough??!! Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 14, 2014, at 12:01 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > Scroll down the comments for some of an old Benz wrapped around a pole. > Scary stuff > > http://jalopnik.com/crash-photos-from-the-beginning-of-motoring-are-stunnin-1634

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-11 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Volt? Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 11, 2014, at 10:59 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Other than a Prius, what is the cheapest used electric car I can get for my > 15 mile RT commute? > > On Thu, Sep 11, 2014 at 10:34 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wr

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-10 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
How could people live with themselves being such cows? I'd rather pull a Robin Williams. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 8, 2014, at 5:39 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On 9/8/14 4:42 PM, clay via Mercedes wrote: >> There are an excess of the blue ones roaming my roads. Sometimes

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius and changing subjects

2014-09-10 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Not all electric cars are fruity. The Prius on the other hand Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 10, 2014, at 7:33 PM, John Reames via Mercedes > wrote: > > *Ahem* > > Generalizations aren't always correct. > > (I drive an electric car; as previously discussed, it is perfect for the > needs I

Re: [MBZ] This worth anywhere near the listed price?

2014-09-08 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Depends upon condition. If the rust is merely surface which the owner claims but I doubt then it's probably worth the asking price. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 8, 2014, at 7:17 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > > > > 1973 Mercedes Benz 280se 4.5 > http://wichita.craigslist.o

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-08 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Finally, someone else who calls it a priapism!!! Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 8, 2014, at 4:40 PM, clay via Mercedes wrote: > > Neighbors have priapisms. I rode in one around town. It is not a nice car. > Second gen, and lower quality build than first gen (Grandma got one a decade > or mor

Re: [MBZ] nice 240D stick

2014-09-06 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
No way. Cactus green is a winner color! Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 6, 2014, at 12:54 PM, WILTON via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yep, noticed that, too. Hood looks slightly low at left, front corner and > slightly high at left, rear corner. > I like the ivory color better than the cactus green on

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-05 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Prius drivers are cows in a herd! Hahahaha Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 5, 2014, at 12:30 AM, Gary Hurst via Mercedes > wrote: > > 49 mpg! wow > > i rented a kia soul recently and really liked it > > > On Fri, Sep 5, 2014 at 12:02 AM, Archer75--- via Mercedes < > mercedes@okieb

[MBZ] Classic car "stock"

2014-08-31 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I always thought the stock market was a waste of time. These people likely feel the same way. What a cool model: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/classiccars/10830299/Investors-sought-to-cash-in-on-rising-classic-car-values.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http

[MBZ] Steel fuel line

2014-08-25 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Where do I get it? My 240D has a percorated (rust) line that runs under the car. Auto zone and Advance don't sell it. Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery o

Re: [MBZ] 68 280SL

2014-08-22 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Yeah because it's a horrible shade for that car! Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 22, 2014, at 12:54 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > It must have been, although come to think of it, I've never seen a W113 in > black. > > > On Fri, Aug 22, 2014 at 11:38 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-22 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
That's cuz people drive big fat Caddys in Florida:) Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 22, 2014, at 3:10 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > I've tried to do a FL-Q and I can't get anyone to come. And in the winter, to > boot! > > I have a great private park for it, too. > > Dan > > Sent fr

Re: [MBZ] 68 280SL

2014-08-22 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Except that black is a horrible color on that car. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 22, 2014, at 9:27 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yesterday evening I went to the farm stand to get some stuff, I see this > beautiful black 280SL sitting there. As I was getting out of my truck the >

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-20 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
It's confirmed. Curt is our resident redneck!!;) Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 20, 2014, at 8:13 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > That is completely un-redneck. Redneck would be to heat it with a torch. > > -Curt > > > ______

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-20 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Now don't get all redneck on us now! Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 20, 2014, at 7:31 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Jon Agne via Mercedes wrote: >> Dimitri and I are thinking of bringing the Rhode Island version of chowder. >> More later, as we have work out the logistics. I’ll be

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ugly cars

2014-08-16 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I actually like the Aztek. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 16, 2014, at 1:36 PM, Archer75--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > I like ugly cars. No one envies them, no one wants them, thieves ignore > them, and some of them get very good fuel mileage. Also, building a "wooden > car", such as this on

Re: [MBZ] OT: Sacrilege

2014-08-16 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
can be developed with a real range I don't have any interest in buying one. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 16, 2014, at 9:53 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > dseretakis--- via Mercedes wrote: >> And more importantly one fu**ing pointless car with a realistic r

Re: [MBZ] OT: Sacrilege

2014-08-16 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
And more importantly one fu**ing pointless car with a realistic range of 60-80 miles. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 16, 2014, at 2:06 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > > The Leaf is one fugly car. > > -- Jim > > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com >

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
at 2:10 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> Come to the Q & then taste no name's the next day. >> On Aug 14, 2014 1:59 PM, "Rich Thomas via Mercedes" > wrote: >> >>> I need to get to Bahstun sometime aga

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Definitely not yuppified. Same old no name. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 14, 2014, at 9:26 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > It's probably yuppified by now and charges $15 for a cup of chowdah. > > > On Thu, Aug 14, 2014 at 1:55 AM, Archer75--- via Mercedes < > mercedes@okieben

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-13 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
No Name is still around -at least as of a couple of years ago. I know the owners and many of the waitstaff for at least 23 years. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 13, 2014, at 4:23 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > > I think it sold out or moved or something a long time ago, this was ba

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-13 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Clear chowder is preferable to me but difficult to find. Legal Seafoods used to serve it as a light clam chowder and it was very good. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 13, 2014, at 8:33 AM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yes. The first time I have ever seen RI clear chowdah recognized alo

Re: [MBZ] OT: Sacrilege

2014-08-11 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
The leaf is for pussies. Real men drive diesels:) Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 11, 2014, at 1:29 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > List price right at $30k. > > -Curt > > > > From: Dan Penoff via Mercedes > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Sent: M

Re: [MBZ] Craigslist Search

2014-08-10 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Searchtempest.com Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 10, 2014, at 12:47 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'm trying to find a way to search the local area CL for multiple MB > listings. Using saved searches on CL works, but it's sort of a PITA to have > to click through all of them. > >

Re: [MBZ] OT - tile floors

2014-07-19 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Lumber yards dominate in Maine. Much better selection, quality and price than Lowes/HD. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 19, 2014, at 8:42 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Too bad, we have a fair amount of local yards, one within 1/2 mile of my > house even. They focus on service and s

Re: [MBZ] Today's CL Find

2014-07-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Yes and I would snatch it up if I were in a position to buy another car! Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2014, at 6:39 AM, Jon Agne via Mercedes > wrote: > > That is a nice car. It;s probably worth at least that much in certain > markets. Dimitri, Are you watching this…….? > > >> On Jul

Re: [MBZ] Today's CL Find

2014-07-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Beauty. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 14, 2014, at 7:40 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Price is a little high, but nice nevertheless. > > http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/4568162179.html > > Manny tranny AND factory trailer hitch. > > Dan > > _

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