[MBZ] 240D shifter

2021-06-07 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
Rick, That is not unreasonable, I’ll try to find a shifter first then that. He has a lot of work and likes to choose what he wants to do. JI [Have the Indy take the old shifter off, help him push the car out the door, have him install new bushings, help him push the car back in, reinstall the

Re: [MBZ] 240D 4-speed

2021-06-04 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
The shifter is loose and the reverse lockout is gone. The mechanic doesn’t want to take the shifter apart because it will make the car unmovable unless you push it. I’d like to get a shifter and rebuild it and then switch them. The problem is now finding a shifter. John I. > On Jun 4, 2

[MBZ] 240D 4-speed

2021-06-04 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
I did not try to fix the 4-speed shifter, the local mbz mechanic fixed one of the rod ends and thinks it’s OK. I would like to find a 4 speed shifter to replace the worn out one in the car. Does anyone know where I can find one? 83 240D 4-speed 123 chassis. Thank you, John Ingram 83 240D

[MBZ] 240D 4-speed

2021-05-11 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
Jaime, Thank you, this is the explanation I was hoping for. I guess I’d need to get under the car to do this? I don’t have a safe way to do that, may need to take it to a shop (there is a good one near here). Can the shifter bushings be replaced from inside the car? John Ingram

[MBZ] 240D 4-speed

2021-05-10 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
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[MBZ] 240D Shifter

2021-05-10 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
of the way home. The problem is intermittent, from normal to stuck to normal to disconnected to normal. Has anyone ever experienced this on a 240D 4-speed? Any ideas as to what it could be? Thank you John Ingram Maryland ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

[MBZ] 240D Shifter Problem

2021-05-10 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
of the way home. The problem is intermittent, from normal to stuck to normal to disconnected to normal. Has anyone ever experienced this on a 240D 4-speed? Any ideas as to what it could be? Thank you John Ingram Maryland ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

[MBZ] 240D Glow Plugs not Glowing Update

2016-10-03 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
they made this car. Some parts were clearly from earlier years, others may have been last minute changes. I think I’ll look for a fuse first (80A?), It might fix it. Thank you all again for your help! John Ingram ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

[MBZ] 240D Glow Plugs not Glowing

2016-10-03 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
Mercedes Source, replaces stock relay. Anyone tried this? Thank you all again for your help. John Ingram ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

[MBZ] 240D Glow Plugs not Glowing

2016-10-02 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
that is the normal cause for this? If so, what is it and where is it? Thank You, John Ingram ’83 240D 311K ___ 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

[MBZ] Transmission helper ideas, Please!

2016-03-07 Thread Chris N John via Mercedes
I'm hoping some of you experienced gentlemen can assist in a diagnosis and possible repair of the transmission on our 1980 300TD. The reverse gear stopped working suddenly after a sharp drop into a hole in our driveway at a slow speed of about 10 mph. No sound at all, just would not engage or

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum Door Lock

2015-05-25 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
check it since I assumed it was good. I can’t remember where the part came from and it is too late for a refund even if I could find the receipt. I may just leave it plugged, I can lock and unlock the door when needed. John I. Original note: [[ I had a vacuum problem with my 240D. The car

[MBZ] Vacuum Update

2015-05-25 Thread John Ingram via Mercedes
the dealer. I will ask them about it but I think I should at least send it back to MBZ USA parts, where ever that is. If they have more of these we will all get them one at a time. I guess they don’t test the parts when they are made. Thank you all for your help. John I. ’83 240D 311K miles

[MBZ] Parts

2015-04-06 Thread John Ingram
Hello everyone, I haven’t needed any major parts for my 83 240D lately and since Rusty went out of business I don’t know who to call. Where do you get parts for a 240D? Thank you, John I. 83 240D 310K ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Parts

2015-04-06 Thread John Ingram
Thank you Mitch and Dwight. JI Call or email Dr Fatty? http://www.buyeuroparts.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Mercedes brake lines

2014-09-26 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
FYI, when you order them they are not bent in the proper shapes; you have to do that yourself! -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes brake lines

2014-09-26 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
Do you end up needing any tools to bend them or are they soft enough to bend by hand without crushing? -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Sep 26, 2014, at 15:17, Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Always been that way

Re: [MBZ] AC Leak

2014-09-21 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
Drop some UV dye in it, or an oil recharge with some in it. If it's the evaporator, you'll (eventually) see it around the condensate drains. Regardless, you'll have a good idea of where to look. I wouldn't be surprised to find a leaky service valve, especially the high side one. -j. -- John

[MBZ] Baum/El Paso follow-up

2014-09-20 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ 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] Double flaring tool recommendations?

2014-09-18 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
. I'll check the EPC for an idea of how long the lines really are, but I suspect that replacing the whole line is a non-starter, if only due to the overall length, especially where the passenger side is concerned. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905

Re: [MBZ] OT Beef liver (was Re: Carbine Digest, Vol 106, Issue 71)

2014-09-17 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
I was under the impression that a non-penetrating captive bolt gun was the best way to ensure that no nervous system tissues entered the bloodstream, with the idea being to further reduce the chances of BSE entering the food supply... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986

[MBZ] Double flaring tool recommendations?

2014-09-17 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
is to cut out the bad sections, then fabricate new bends and splice them in. I have no intention of using compression fittings or single flares; both are known to work loose. Thanks in advance -j. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905

Re: [MBZ] Old crash pics

2014-09-14 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
That Benz isn't that old... It used unibody/subframe construction... I wonder how fast the driver was going before the wreck... It looks like excessive speed for road conditions was definitely a factor... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Sep 14

[MBZ] FYI eBay spring compressor

2014-09-13 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
y'all know how well it works after I get those jobs done. I think it's a heck of a good buy at about $150 shipped! -j. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] FYI eBay spring compressor

2014-09-13 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
I called Baum and asked point-blank. They said that it was one of their distributors, not them... But I wouldn't be surprised if the distinction was a legal fiction for business, financial and/or liability purposes. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-12 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
and $139/mo for 36 months, with 30k miles over the life of the lease. In Maryland, with taxes, tags, destination fee, etc, it's $3250 down (but it qualifies for a $2200 rebate from MD MVA) and $145/mo. -j. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Sep 11, 2014

Re: [MBZ] commuting by bicycle (was: Re: Testing Prius)

2014-09-12 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
-thou attitude.) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Sep 11, 2014, at 17:01, ernest breakfield via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: just ride easier. that kind of distance is an easy twiddle of the pedals; i do further than that in work

Re: [MBZ] OT propane burners

2014-09-12 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
dies, I will probably get some kind of kamado, like a BGE... Anyhow, if you can find one (like on CL), it might be worth investigating. I think they are the 123's of gas grills. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Sep 12, 2014, at 10:50, Rich Thomas

Re: [MBZ] Generator doesn't generate

2014-09-12 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
electrician, but based upon my limited understanding of the code as a layperson, the above methods should be largely correct. YMMV, IANAL, and all the usual disclaimers... -j. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Sep 12, 2014, at 11:38, Dan Penoff via

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius and changing subjects

2014-09-10 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
(EPA is 63). I can't complain about it at all, especially being able to park and squeeze through impossible spots! I'll still take one of the W210.025's for any long trip or where there is need for more than 2 seats. OB MB content: The electric car is a smart ED. -- John W Reames jream

Re: [MBZ] Prius

2014-09-09 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Sep 9, 2014, at 3:36, Gerald L Bailey via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Dimitri wrote: Priapism. Gerry wrote: If I buy a Prius I'll put a Mercedes star and a 300D insignia on it so people will think

[MBZ] FYI 85 123.133 for sale; usable for parts

2014-09-08 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
stopped, mangling the front end. -j -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-08 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
with donut peaches? -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Sep 8, 2014, at 18:14, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: SC grows more peaches (the fruit kind) than GA, and a bunch more varieties too. Right now I am getting some large

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-06 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
...) But it is totally impractical for any long drive... And absolutely perfect as a runabout. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Sep 5, 2014, at 0:30, Gary Hurst via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: 49 mpg! wow i rented a kia soul recently

Re: [MBZ] OT: Sacrilege

2014-08-12 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
I'm really loving my smart ForTwo ED. It's solid and fun. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Aug 11, 2014, at 13:06, Curt Raymond via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: At the Nissan dealership to drive pickups yesterday I talked him

Re: [MBZ] OT - storing small parts

2014-08-11 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
bearings and such. For larger parts, I take a gallon can (like from paint thinner, etc), cut most of a side out and then fold the edges under to make it halfway safe. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Aug 11, 2014, at 12:42, Craig via Mercedes

[MBZ] What's the list policy on for sale stuff?

2014-08-08 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
with respect to rust. I'm not parting it out; make an offer (Kaleb?), BAT and take it away. The location is 21204. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] Nice W108 Rolling Chassis

2014-08-07 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
I'd be tempted (seeing as I likely have one with a mangled and apparently rusted out body -- looks like trunk/rear floor pans are also rotted. ) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Aug 4, 2014, at 23:00, Hendrik and Fay via Mercedes mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT printers

2014-08-06 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
I can't help but wonder how well an ultrasonic cleaner would be at de-gunking printheads... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Aug 5, 2014, at 17:39, Curt Raymond via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Peter F. posted something on how

[MBZ] From: John English

2014-07-27 Thread John English via Mercedes
Salutations Diesel http://natrweb.com/faster.php?zmdfwekfzr2802puguxpf John English ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] Newer Mercedes Diesel

2014-07-27 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
; the #~]^\!| Mercedes socket (bit) sheared off in one of the bolts. I have 6 more to finish the last step on. (Yes I lubed the threads and under the heads of the bolts... I actually used M1. I take the empties and let them drip out for my oil can when doing changes) -- John W Reames jream

Re: [MBZ] W123 parts

2014-07-26 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
I got in a wreck weds eve... Trying to figure out whether they'd total it.. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 25, 2014, at 14:00, Rick Knoble via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 17:48:19 -0400 To: mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 211 to buy?

2014-07-25 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
Two for two. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 24, 2014, at 21:57, Fmiser via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: John Reames wrote: I understand the service techs see the v6 models more, and that they are runflat/def models... WILTON

Re: [MBZ] 211 to buy?

2014-07-25 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
in the tire ahead of time... Or go back to tubing the tires (I actually did that with the tires on my pressure washer...) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 25, 2014, at 7:04, Mitch Haley mi...@mitchellhaley.com wrote: John Reames via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] W123 parts

2014-07-24 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
I was asking the group in general; I suspect I may be contributing to the availability of parts soon :/ -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 23, 2014, at 22:45, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: If you're asking me, I have two

Re: [MBZ] 211 to buy?

2014-07-24 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
I understand the service techs see the v6 models more, and that they are runflat/def models... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 24, 2014, at 13:59, ned kleinhenz via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: In my search, last year

Re: [MBZ] W123 parts

2014-07-24 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
State Farm may be selling all BUT the aforementioned parts -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 24, 2014, at 9:31, Meade Dillon dillonm...@gmail.com wrote: So you may be selling the afore mentioned parts? Max Dillon, Charleston SC

[MBZ] W123 parts

2014-07-23 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
Any ideas what I'd be looking at in parts-- 123.133, hood, grille, driver fender, metal behind grille, drivers lamps, condenser, radiator, etc. Strangely enough I have a oil cooler. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905

Re: [MBZ] W123 front speakers

2014-07-22 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
a unit or so in your type/rh factor handy, especially if your hands aren't small... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 22, 2014, at 12:25, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Those are pretty hard to get at but doable. I

Re: [MBZ] Welding again

2014-07-21 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
Why not just straight pipe the front? -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 21, 2014, at 13:06, Curt Raymond via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: At this point its a game to see how long I can keep it going... Curt

[MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

2014-07-19 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
My usual commute is to the train station; one of the 210.025's has BAD rust issues. Gonna go get SMART-ed ;) Any thoughts? -j. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

2014-07-19 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
be nice is a 6kW charger instead of a 3kW one. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 19, 2014, at 9:08, Meade Dillon dillonm...@gmail.com wrote: Used or new? Max Dillon, Charleston SC On Jul 19, 2014 9:02 AM, John Reames via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

2014-07-19 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
I suspect an old (240dl) Swedish brick has better aerodynamics (or at least a lower Cd... My usual commute to the train station is about 10-12 miles... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 19, 2014, at 9:21, Mitch Haley via Mercedes mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT Senior Traffic Stop

2014-07-19 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
Well that's one way to clean my screen! :) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 19, 2014, at 8:28, Meade Dillon via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: A little humor for your Saturday morning... Max Dillon, Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

2014-07-19 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
Fuel mileage with the -ed (electric drive) is non-existent. (And they have a charging station in the garage where I park...) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 19, 2014, at 9:46, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

2014-07-19 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
-- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 19, 2014, at 10:28, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Nothing about ED is SMART! There are medications that can help. But if your commute lasts longer than 4 hours, see your

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

2014-07-19 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
at 0945... The ticketing agents were no help :P -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 19, 2014, at 10:28, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Nothing about ED is SMART! There are medications that can help. But if your

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

2014-07-19 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
years, and will anyone want a 3yr old EV in 3yrs? In my specific case I'm looking for something to take me to and from the train station and maybe some around town driving... And maybe raise awareness... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 19, 2014

Re: [MBZ] OT - tile floors

2014-07-19 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
How about using the compound under some 1/2 wonderboard? -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 19, 2014, at 13:36, OK Don via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: We are trying to prepare the 250 sq. ft. concrete floor of what was once an auto

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

2014-07-19 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
The ed version is limited to about 80mph... But still :) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 19, 2014, at 16:48, OK Don via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Leasing an E-Smart sounds like a good fit for your mission profile. I've had

Re: [MBZ] W123 diesel injector return hose

2014-07-18 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
I used Tygon as an experiment last time I changed them... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 18, 2014, at 17:45, Mountain Man via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Dealer wants 28 for meter. Is that the best? i.e. not china, and good

Re: [MBZ] W123 diesel injector return hose

2014-07-18 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 18, 2014, at 18:12, Mountain Man via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: John wrote: I used Tygon as an experiment last time I changed them... Tell me more about Tygon, please. Where did you purchase

Re: [MBZ] OT: Anyone for Dropbox?

2014-07-18 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
You should probably use a non-transmitting NIC or a unidirectional ethernet cable ;) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 18, 2014, at 13:15, Curt Raymond via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: HA! When I worked for the fire alarm

Re: [MBZ] Of batteries and clocks

2014-07-14 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
That is the sort that I typeth of. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 13, 2014, at 19:13, Jim Cathey via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I don't recall having to disassemble the clock, that is, remove the hands. I suppose it depends

[MBZ] Of batteries and clocks

2014-07-13 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
in my handwriting on the top... Anyhow after replacing it, the clock is kaput. Electrolytic caps? (It used to make a ticking noise previously...) How gnarly of a job is it? -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Of batteries and clocks

2014-07-13 Thread John Reames via Mercedes
from me (you can pry my 63/37 from the clutches of my cold dead hands!) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 13, 2014, at 16:21, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: Anyhow after replacing it, the clock is kaput. Electrolytic caps? How gnarly

[MBZ] Any chance of finding

2014-06-30 Thread John Reames
A w123 package shelf and first aid box lid? Palomino preferred Cut for factory speaker holes is fine too. Thanks much -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] OT: Yellow jacket nest in the roof soffit

2014-06-29 Thread John Reames
You, sir, owe me a new keyboard :) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 29, 2014, at 10:19, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: I can see where the country club set could get ugly, especially if you wore dark soles on the yacht, or failed

Re: [MBZ] OT: Breaking into a Linux box to reset the password

2014-06-29 Thread John Reames
On many dists, single will still require a root password. Try using init=/bin/sh You will have to fsck -av / and mount -wno remount / before you can do anything Then you can passwd root sync 3x at 30s intervals, then reboot -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile

Re: [MBZ] fuel T'Stat O-Rings

2014-06-29 Thread John Reames
I can assure you the new manuals are LOVELY; the om606 manual admonishes the the mechanic to remove the cam bearing caps in the reverse of installation sequence, but the sequence is nowhere to be found. (Nor is the footnote that states the sequence is the same as the 603's sequence) -- John W

Re: [MBZ] Om606 head

2014-06-26 Thread John Reames
FYI, regarding torquing and loosening sequences, it looks like they are the same as the om603, both for the head and for the camshaft bearing caps. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 23, 2014, at 22:59, John Reames jwrea...@comcast.net wrote

Re: [MBZ] Om606 head

2014-06-26 Thread John Reames
! -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 26, 2014, at 12:32, Meade Dillon dillonm...@gmail.com wrote: John, Is this car mostly driven in the city? Is the EGR still working? I'm wondering if measures can be taken to reduce carbon buddy build-up

Re: [MBZ] Om606 head

2014-06-26 Thread John Reames
carbon in that area, just where the glow tip goes in the prechamber. You need a long 11mm diameter wire brush to get the carbon out of where the body of the plug goes... PB blaster does a good job of loosening the carbon so the brush can work. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home

Re: [MBZ] Om606 head

2014-06-26 Thread John Reames
, that would be PERFECT--no damaging threads; you'd just snap off the electrode and drill it to accept a 5/16 tap and pull the rest. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 26, 2014, at 20:30, Meade Dillon dillonm...@gmail.com wrote: So your broken

Re: [MBZ] Om606 head

2014-06-23 Thread John Reames
3/6 glow plugs snapped. I had given it a 50mi run to heat it up before trying to pull them; the intake manifold was so hot that I needed gloves to handle it. I still used a torque wrench to attempt to pull them; they snapped at less than 30ft-lbs. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home

Re: [MBZ] Om606 head

2014-06-23 Thread John Reames
dissolve soot/carbon!) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 23, 2014, at 9:05, Meade Dillon dillonm...@gmail.com wrote: That stinks. Amy ideas to prevent them from breaking? Max Dillon, Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] Om606 head

2014-06-23 Thread John Reames
Yeah. And used a torque wrench when attempting to pull them. I never exceeded 30 ft-lbs. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 23, 2014, at 13:41, Larry Turner l02tur...@comcast.net wrote: did you let some penetrating fluid soak on them

[MBZ] Om606 head

2014-06-22 Thread John Reames
... Then maybe onto the joys of using a Mitchell 300 or 330 reel...) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] W124 Overheated

2014-06-20 Thread John Reames
How's the fan clutch looking? They seem to have a shorter lifetime than they ought to. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 17, 2014, at 8:36, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: My 95 e300 when in stop and go or sitting will get up

Re: [MBZ] washing under the hood of a 76 115 300D?

2014-06-20 Thread John Reames
The foamy engine brite is good, but the gunk steam clean is much better. (Does anyone else remember buying engine brite in a non-aerosol can and having to mix it with mineral spirits or kerosene?) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 18, 2014

[MBZ] Om606 head bolt torque sequence

2014-06-18 Thread John Reames
Would anyone happen to have a diagram floating around? Thanks -j. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Om606 head bolt torque sequence

2014-06-18 Thread John Reames
I suspect it will likely be the same as the 603 heads, seeing as they are somewhat related. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 18, 2014, at 19:45, OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: No, but from what I remember from the 617 and 603 heads, you

Re: [MBZ] W123 front torsion bar common problem

2014-06-16 Thread John Reames
Baum tools makes a weld-on replacement end. They sell on eBay as El Paso tool -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 16, 2014, at 13:44, G. M. Brown g_010...@hotmail.com wrote: Something for those on the list with W123s: Driving my 1985 300TD

Re: [MBZ] W123 front torsion bar common problem

2014-06-16 Thread John Reames
Here's one: eBay:111338953500 -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 16, 2014, at 16:44, John Reames jwrea...@comcast.net wrote: Baum tools makes a weld-on replacement end. They sell on eBay as El Paso tool -- John W Reames jream

[MBZ] 300d-to power steering hose

2014-06-16 Thread John Reames
...) It now just has a very occasional drop form instead of a stream... I'm ordering a hose, but I figure that will keep it drivable until it arrives. Otherwise it looks like the hose is easy to change (compared to a w210...) I'm also getting a new filter and doing a fluid flush as well... -- John

Re: [MBZ] The accident that could have changed history

2014-06-13 Thread John Reames
to replace them.) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 12, 2014, at 23:18, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: - and if that switch had also become inoperative, If it had FAILED at the right (wrong) time in such a manner to produce

Re: [MBZ] WANTED: Xenon Headlights

2014-04-26 Thread John Reames
MBUSA wants even MORE stupid money for 'em. Each unit for a W210 is north of $1100! (And the lenses yellow badly, being plastic and all... And are non-replaceable!) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 25, 2014, at 17:35, Dan Penoff d

Re: [MBZ] WANTED: Xenon Headlights

2014-04-26 Thread John Reames
All of the ones for w210's have plastic lenses. (In the case of the xenon ones, plastic inner and outer...but it's the outer one that yellows.) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 26, 2014, at 6:16, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote

Re: [MBZ] Cat Food

2014-04-19 Thread John Reames
Like the BARF diet? ;) (bones and raw food... Ground up perhaps?) (The marrow in the bones is probably good for them...) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 18, 2014, at 22:59, Hendrik and Fay heni...@gmail.com wrote: What about unprocessed

Re: [MBZ] Roadside fun

2014-04-18 Thread John Reames
I've always had better luck with Goodyear than with gates. (Although on the MB's I'll go after the Conti belts first... And avoid the Conti tires) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 18, 2014, at 5:17, Meade Dillon dillonm...@gmail.com wrote

Re: [MBZ] Cat Food

2014-04-17 Thread John Reames
Our cats had a (holistic) vet that swore by the BARF (bones and raw food) diet... Make your own food as it were. We've given ours some of the smaller bits that result from making chicken or turkey stock... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 16

Re: [MBZ] ULSD

2014-04-17 Thread John Reames
ones somewhere, will try them next change... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 16, 2014, at 14:56, roger...@comcast.net wrote: Return lines are a wear item, they don't last forever. I had to replace them on my cars before ULSD came out and I

[MBZ] 300d (w123.133) heater question

2014-04-10 Thread John Reames
. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ 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] Total battery drain

2014-03-29 Thread John Reames
Is the dome light staying on? (Aren't the timers known to go bad?) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Mar 28, 2014, at 23:06, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: I may have a drain - will check into it. On Fri, Mar 28, 2014 at 9:53

Re: [MBZ] Fats driving

2014-03-23 Thread John Reames
What did they do with the... Umm... Residue? (It's kinda noxious stuff, and needs special handling; you certainly don't want anyone getting ahold of any of it...) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Mar 23, 2014, at 9:44, Dieselhead 126die

Re: [MBZ] Fats driving

2014-03-23 Thread John Reames
Btw their fruity o's taste like old-school fruit loops (from 30 or so years ago), and their pound plus chocolate bars are very good quality (the smaller versions of them are nowhere near as good...) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Mar 23, 2014

Re: [MBZ] Cats driving

2014-03-23 Thread John Reames
Wow. That's a high performance kitty! Is there a super sport badge on its shoulder ;) ?? -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Mar 23, 2014, at 18:07, G Mann g2ma...@gmail.com wrote: http://i62.tinypic.com/nw0njo.jpg Cats? Bet your cat can't do

[MBZ] Om606 injector well cleaning

2014-03-23 Thread John Reames
pinching off... Worked like a charm! -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] 96 E300 Diesel

2014-03-23 Thread John Reames
But the pressure outward doesn't do much to help with binding of rotation... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Mar 23, 2014, at 18:48, Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: A running engine would also provide compression gas forces pushing

Re: [MBZ] 96 E300 Diesel

2014-03-22 Thread John Reames
; that's what makes it so bad. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Mar 22, 2014, at 13:15, Dwight Giles dwight.gi...@gmail.com wrote: Edmunds. Com has pretty good price guide. I have seen top rust at top of strut under hood. I don't know about underneath

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