Re: [MBZ] 1996 E320

2023-12-27 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-12-27 13:36, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: What is a "hard key"? Something you stick in a lock and turn. My 1999 S210 has one that slides out of the smart key. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] OT: weren't these race cars intended for oval courses?

2023-12-27 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
MBZ content from the Classic Center: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMa3_tT5mKA On 2023-12-27 12:52, mitch--- via Mercedes wrote: We're going to party like it's 1909...but we'll use modern helmets. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGNIMNy7BtU ___ http

[MBZ] OT: weren't these race cars intended for oval courses?

2023-12-27 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
We're going to party like it's 1909...but we'll use modern helmets. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGNIMNy7BtU ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] OT Ain't this sumpin -- 1985 Baker-Zaiker 1 of 12, $30, 000

2023-12-18 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
The Clarkson thing looks like a 40 year American car, but in reality it's a Mitsuoka Le-Seyde. That's Mitsuoka, as in Viewt. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] Quite a storm today

2023-12-18 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-12-17 17:27, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I will say lots of cruise ships didn’t get to dock at their ports and seas were rough, so I read. Today's Lake Michigan forecast had 50mph winds and 15-20' waves. Not a good day for pleasure boating, but the Edmund Fitgerald's sisters

Re: [MBZ] OT would this be a good way to kill myself? Subaru Engine gyrocopter, $10, 000

2023-12-16 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
50-60 years ago, Mechanix Illustrated and Popular Science gave me the idea that autogyros were very safe compared to helicopters. (have HQ send Little Nellie, and request that her uncle accompany her) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ken_Wallis So I was surprised to hear of this one, which

Re: [MBZ] OT Ain't this sumpin -- 1985 Baker-Zaiker 1 of 12, $30, 000

2023-12-16 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-12-16 10:23, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Dad's pride and joy https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/863682232111851 I assume one of these would be worth more, but likewise a very limited audience. Far more limited than the Avanti audience (also Studebaker content).

Re: [MBZ] Cheepcheep EV or old Benz? YOU DECIDE!!! Sky-high hybrid battery bill shocks Arizona man

2023-12-12 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-12-11 18:45, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: Not practical for EVs currently in the US you mean... The only thing I can think of is hoist the car and stuff a battery in from the bottom. It'd still increase the overall weight of the vehicle noticeably. Both from not having the lowest

Re: [MBZ] "S63 Badges only for looks only." 2009 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 550 4MATIC Sedan 4D, $6, 500

2023-12-04 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-12-04 10:54, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: It has highway miles, it does have a rebuilt title but that's not gonna stop this car from being what it is. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/233755229731545 If I'm going to do a badge upgrade, make mine S65 with V12 on the

Re: [MBZ] OT: Okieburger recipe

2023-12-02 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-12-01 22:54, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: Are those a thing? You eat those? In OKC look up Tuckers, they have a few locations. And if you think you're man enough, order the Mother Tucker, its multiple layers of meat and grilled onions.

[MBZ] OT: Okieburger recipe

2023-12-01 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Wm-rPBkW2o ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Groomers will be able to asses the needed equipment - 2010 Sprinter repo - $25, 000

2023-11-28 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-11-28 08:12, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: Those mobile groomers are all over out here. A majority of them are set up in a Sprinter. People must make a decent living because I know it’s pricey to have them come groom one’s Doodles. Sometimes it's worth paying them come to you, so

Re: [MBZ] Groomers will be able to asses the needed equipment - 2010 Sprinter repo - $25, 000

2023-11-28 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
https://mb-teilekatalog.info/view_DatacardAction.php?lang=E=WDYPE7CC6A5491570 When did they ditch the five cylinder? This one has the OM642 V6. And a long list of features, including: XC8 - VIN VISIBLE FROM OUTSIDE XL8 - WEIGHT VARIANT 3880 KG Y43 - HYDRAULIC JACK Z44 - REGISTRATION OF VEHICLE

Re: [MBZ] Beware of BMW

2023-11-28 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Did he have an M model, or a regular sedan? I can understand rubber band tires on AMGs and BMW M series, but regular passenger cars should not have them. But it's been a trend for the last 10+ years, and shows no sign of reverting to the mean. ___

Re: [MBZ] This car has been garaged since purchased - 2006 CLS500 - $3, 000

2023-11-27 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
"Not garaged since new, garaged since I purchased it from CoPart." ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Dash cams

2023-11-27 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-11-26 20:20, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: I’ve bought cheap cams off Amazon at different times for $25-50. They have lighter plugs usually with another usb plug or two. You need some micro SD cards too. They work OK. There are dozens of different types with different features.

Re: [MBZ] Was abandoned with me. 2008 Mercedes-Benz m-class, $4, 200 2008 Mercedes ml320 CDI 4matic

2023-11-22 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
I almost bought an 'abandoned' vehicle once. Guy bought a house with a 1950s or early 1960s ID19 in the back yard. Not rusty, but even if it 'ran when parked' (unknowable), it was parked a loong time ago, and just sorting out the suspension/brakes would have been beyond my budget. Aside

Re: [MBZ] OT Battery Buses

2023-11-11 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-11-11 07:56, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: This electric bus company got a lot of subsidies but still couldn’t make a go of the business Have you seen Amazon e-van deliveries yet? Powered by Rivian. You get a custom van if you order 100,000 of them. Kinda like UPS' unique

Re: [MBZ] Lookie at What is Starting to Appear on the CL

2023-11-09 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-11-09 14:37, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/phoenix-2022-mercedes-eqs-450-sedan/7678496878.html Nuclear powered MBZ? That sounds like the car for you. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] $1500 R500 cheap fixes

2023-11-06 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Right click...open in private window...avoids getting told to remove your adblockers. Watch the clock when he starts it. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Hoovie has a new woman?

2023-11-04 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-11-03 08:16, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I tried not to judge but never understood the deal with his wife. Seemed odd to me. It would appear he has definitely moved up. When I first started noticing these videos (yesterday) of this new woman, I speculated they worked together

Re: [MBZ] Hoovie and his new girl

2023-11-04 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-11-03 20:09, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: They started a new YouTube called Good Morning YouTube and the one that just came out details their meeting and development of their relationship. It’s quite fun. Maxim was mentioned. So this is what she looked like, younger and

Re: [MBZ] Hoovie has a new woman?

2023-11-02 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-11-02 23:08, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: From what I recall Hoovie has an Asian wife. I very rarely watch his videos anymore but noticed he has been making videos with some hot blond. They appear to be together more than just work partners. Did I miss something? Did he replace

Re: [MBZ] Newest Mercedes with manual transmission

2023-10-22 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-10-21 21:16, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Well actually FCP Euro has a writeup about this topic. https://blog.fcpeuro.com/every-mercedes-model-with-a-manual-transmission I was wondering if R171 had it, was surprised that R172 had it too. I wonder if MBUSA ordered any 172s with

Re: [MBZ] Diesel fuel mileage

2023-10-21 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-10-20 23:42, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: What is the cetane rating of the Walmart/Sams fuel vs. others? Back in the 1980s, when they sold #1 diesel and #2 diesel at the pumps, didn't the also display cetane ratings like they still display octane ratings? Is it because there's

Re: [MBZ] Car has an intermitted limb mode - 2006 ML350 - 149k miles - $5, 999

2023-10-16 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-10-16 10:29, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Extra 5 in price? https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/simpsonville-mercedes-benz-ml350-on-hold/7677084602.html Factory defect engine, plus electronic issues with (7sp?) transmission? ___

Re: [MBZ] 1985 Beemer on BAT has one small problem

2023-10-13 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-10-13 18:35, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: I saw a guy yesterday in an older 3something droptop ripping off from a stoplight and moving with alacrity. It looked fun and sounded pretty good. I could see driving one of those. Back when first generation 3 series and 99 Saabs

[MBZ] OT: Time capsule car with 977 miles in 40 years

2023-10-13 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Time Capsule or Time Machine? Did a Knutsen die in Wisconsin and an Executor explore his pole barn? https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2023/10/13/06/76504303-12626175-image-a-40_1697174278290.jpg https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12626175/DeLorean-1981-Wisconsin-miles-future.html Blast from

Re: [MBZ] A New Application for Dryer Vent Hose!

2023-10-07 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Dryer vent hose, or (aluminized cardboard) intake air preheat hose, like you used to see running from the exhaust manifold to the snorkel? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] OT: should flood loss cars be dismantled?

2023-10-06 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-10-06 12:40, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: As long as the title reflects flood or salvage I’d be good with it Apparently a Florida flood title works like a Michigan parts only title. But a parts only car has been specifically determined to be not economically feasible to make

[MBZ] OT: should flood loss cars be dismantled?

2023-10-06 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
State of Florida thinks so. SamCrac thinks not, and wants to register his Corvette. Is he on crack? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=luAF028WeKI ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] 1998 E320 - 125k miles - $4,000

2023-10-04 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
W140. And 1998 is a good year for those. Mitch. On 2023-10-04 22:35, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Paint looks dull, guess it might clean up decently though being black. Not much in the way of details. Price is a fantasy.

Re: [MBZ] Affected Engine?

2023-10-04 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
I thought it was all 2006 and some 2007. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Lift is done, need windows 95 help

2023-10-01 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Does this help? You should be able to at least get into device manager and look at your com ports. http://shortcutmania.com/Windows-95-Keyboard-Shortcuts.htm ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Today's Project - CL600

2023-10-01 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-30 22:49, Craig via Mercedes wrote: I am thinking someone changed the calipers on my 300SD and used the ones for 1978 or 1979 instead of 1980. I'd been thinking that maybe your car no longer had the correct calipers, but I think I forgot to say it.

Re: [MBZ] W163 stuck in park

2023-09-30 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
There's a spring loaded door at the bottom of the PRND markings. Similar on a W210 too. Stick the key in the little door doohickey, angled back a bit, and use the key to pry the override switch forward. While doing this, have the key in the ignition switched to "on". Simple if you have a

Re: [MBZ] Help - WDDGF8AB2DR288607 2013 Mercedes C300

2023-09-28 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-28 13:36, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: So this makes me wonder what exactly might be wrong with it.  I look at the quote and think: Is it the ignition lock or the module that's bad? And are you charging me for both because you don't want to strand me when the second one

Re: [MBZ] Ok I guess I am behind the times

2023-09-28 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-28 08:42, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I bought a 27” deal on Amazon that was cheap, had a good refresh rate, and also included both a hdmi and a usb c cable, I also has to buy a DP cable as the card in the computer only had DP or DVI. I figured perhaps I can hook my laptop to

[MBZ] Who sells EVs in USA

2023-09-27 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Basically, Tesla sells EVs in the US. Mercedes and BMW (together) sell about as much as GM. And Nissan, which was pretty much Teslas only notable competitor ten years ago, sells half as many as Mercedes. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/60489/Capture_JPG-2968045.JPG

Re: [MBZ] OT: What's a Sopwith Camel sound like?

2023-09-27 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-27 08:17, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes wrote: Skilled Sopwith pilots could use the gyroscopic action of the rotary engine to enhance turning in one direction, and their skilled opponents knew this. I wonder if it would be possible to throw in a ringer by rigging the engine to

[MBZ] OT: What's a Sopwith Camel sound like?

2023-09-26 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hq78ZocOAkY Who needs a throttle when you can just shut off 1/3 or 2/3 of the cylinders? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] OT: who needs a 1000V insulated socket set?

2023-09-26 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005EXPY7W ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Never seen one of these.

2023-09-24 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-24 14:23, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Euro delivery 1994 E300 turbodiesel wagon. The seat upholstery reminds me of an airedale blanket. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1994-mercedes-benz-e300-turbodiesel/ Sort of like a facelifted 1987 300TD? I was hoping for a 606

Re: [MBZ] Help - WDDGF8AB2DR288607 2013 Mercedes C300

2023-09-24 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Just don't reverse the cables. Positive to positive, then check and double check that the unjumped terminals are both negative before jumping them too. On 2023-09-24 10:53, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Should be ok ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] GL320CDI/GL320(350) Bluetec?

2023-09-22 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Todd and Van billed 15.5 hours of labor on it? Was it in Wisconsin? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Actual fuel economy on a 2014 E250 BlueTEC

2023-09-22 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-22 15:58, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: For an entire tank's worth of driving (565 miles, e.g.) the actual consumption pretty much exactly matches the computer calculation. That's good. In my red Cruze 50.1 on the dash was 47.7 on the calculator. Only time I ever went 600

Re: [MBZ] GL320CDI/GL320(350) Bluetec?

2023-09-22 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-22 20:55, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Thanks. I’ll see the car tomorrow and can try to figure out what exactly it is. It would be great if it was the newer version with moah powah but that one might not have come along until 2010 sometime. Reminds me of October 2001, when

Re: [MBZ] For All You B-70 Fans

2023-09-22 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Was there ever a more expensive photo op than this one? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCORwUxlNQo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] GL320CDI/GL320(350) Bluetec?

2023-09-22 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Engine no.:642820 40 840224 Major assembly variant: A 642 010 21 47 I thought I could look up the 642.820 spec, but found two versions like you did, 204PS (less than 204HP) and 231PS. They say the 204 is badged 300CDI (in Europe anyway) and the 231 is 350CDI.

Re: [MBZ] Actual fuel economy on a 2014 E250 BlueTEC

2023-09-22 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Notice the difference in average speeds. It appears that you get 1/4 more mpg when driving down the freeway from the gas station than you do in your overall driving. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] 1970 Triumph Spitfire - 88k miles - $4,100

2023-09-21 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-20 23:09, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/oregon-1970-triumph-spitfire-mkiii/7668096816.html I've wanted a Red Barchetta since 1981. Maybe the CL seller agrees. https://images.craigslist.org/00E0E_1qNPc0DEJeX_0lM0t2_600x450.jpg

Re: [MBZ] 1986 300 SDL with a second car for parts - 450k miles - $5, 000

2023-09-20 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-20 14:17, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Those were the 350SDL IIRC. 86-87 were the crackhead 3.0L. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] GREEN 4 speed Euro gas 123 coupe

2023-09-20 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
BAT success story: Bought a $20k S124, same color as my 1997 W140, and he's happy. https://bringatrailer.com/2023/09/14/bat-auction-success-story-the-merc-takes-manhattan/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] More jackstand overkill ...

2023-09-19 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Don't forget to hit the bleeder screw with a hammer as if it were a nail. Helps jar things loose, but just thump it once, don't beat it into something non bleeder shaped. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] O.T. AZ is Death on Batteries

2023-09-18 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-18 21:19, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: It does seem to have the telepathic ability to turn a traffic light green at the same time it shuts off the engine. My Cruze had a fantastic method of increasing wear and tear. It shuts down when you come to a complete stop with the brake

Re: [MBZ] 2013 Smart Lifted Fortwo · Passion $12,999

2023-09-18 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Owned the car 8 years. Just did these wonderful mods a tank of gas ago. Selling to get rid of these wonderful mods. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Distribution Logic?

2023-09-18 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-17 17:44, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: I’m looking for a replacement grille for my 2008 ML550 because the original was cracked in several places and continues to get worse. Another NLA part from Mercedes, too. That’s not what’s piqued my interest. I’ve been looking at used

[MBZ] OT: a steam engine comes back to life

2023-09-15 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBImv1mlcMg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Hybrid’s Batteries

2023-09-15 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-15 14:41, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: That's stunning. And if it's an old Pius with NiMH batteries, finding and replacing the bad cells is relatively simple, just tedious because there are a LOT of cells to test. For bonus points, NiMH are pretty darn hard to set on

Re: [MBZ] Optimistic?

2023-09-15 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Is it Dan who says W140? 1994? Nyet! ? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] What every electric vehicle should have.

2023-09-15 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-14 23:25, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes wrote: You want to pull your hair out, then get a Mercedes EV. They are overly complicated nightmares. Better off with a leaf or a Tesla or even better, keep driving your old diesels. From what I remember, for affordable EVs in 2016 it was

Re: [MBZ] And Now An Okie SLK

2023-09-13 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
I wonder if I can find a decent PDR guy who would spend half a day making it substantially better for $500. A full body repair and paint would probably be 3000-4000. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] What the heck is the box hanging down in the passenger wheel well?

2023-09-13 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-13 20:55, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: https://www.copart.com/lot/66569863 I don't know, but it comes with a free oxygen bottle and CPAP hose. I've seen personal effects in CoPart cars, but never more than 1/3 as much as are in this thing.

Re: [MBZ] Lame Color, But....

2023-09-13 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-13 18:46, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Oh yeah you’re right. Was in the next version R171. Hard to tell them apart I was apparently wrong about the SLK36, looks like it was an SLK32. I always found the SLK generations easy to distinguish, at least from the front. The 170

Re: [MBZ] Lame Color, But....

2023-09-13 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-13 18:20, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: If that was a 55 then the boring color would be a benefit to keep it kinda invisible I don't think there was a R170 V8. I seem to recall a SLK36 though. I'm not sure about the R171. ___

Re: [MBZ] OT whole house generator

2023-09-13 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-13 16:18, Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Wed, 13 Sep 2023 14:13:07 -0400 mitch--- via Mercedes You can buy an interlock plate which is a sliding piece of sheet metal which physically prevents you from having the topmost circuit breaker and the main breaker turned on at the same time

Re: [MBZ] OT whole house generator

2023-09-13 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-13 16:29, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: I suppose the problem with manually reverse-feeding your whole house with a suicide cord off the generator is, how do you know when the utility power is back on? I'm subscribed to text alerts. Consumers Energy will send me a power

Re: [MBZ] OT whole house generator

2023-09-13 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-13 14:01, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: If you switch off the main breaker at the top of your panel, that will stop any backfeeding out through the meter, correct? This is what a proper transfer switch does automatically? You can buy an interlock plate which is a sliding piece

Re: [MBZ] OT whole house generator

2023-09-13 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-13 12:26, Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote: My problem with the little portable was that I could run the refrigerator, a freezer, a few lights, maybe the TV and not much else. And that required running extension cords all over the house AND running home from work and filling it up

Re: [MBZ] OT whole house generator

2023-09-12 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-12 21:57, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: I have a portable in the shed. I would fire it up spring and fall and let it run a bit. The last time I tried, it would not start. Old gas? Likely needs the carb cleaned. I run mine at least once a year. Shut off the fuel and let it die.

Re: [MBZ] OT whole house generator

2023-09-12 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-12 16:27, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: At work they have backup diesel generators on many of the buildings. They have to "exercise" them every so often (monthly? quarterly?) wondering if your system came with any instructions i.e. "run it up to operating temperature every 30

Re: [MBZ] OT whole house generator

2023-09-12 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Generac wants me to change oil in the air-cooled 7k every year if not used or every xx hours if used. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] No Love?

2023-09-11 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-11 19:18, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: They probably aren't that slow, a little more HP than an OM617, little less torques though. I've driven a 116 300SD, lovely highway car. My 1979 was rated something like 110hp. But as you say, more torques. If the first gear start

Re: [MBZ] If OK don does not want it, I might buy it

2023-09-11 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Silly video about a cheap (less than some 1/2 ton pickups) Lear 35. Don't forget to disinfect the interior. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEY-CfG4vxE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] Vintage Car Hauler for Kleb

2023-09-10 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
How about 10 years newer, like a MBZ 170V army staff car or a 170VK? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lif4BwuAKkI ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this diesel?

2023-09-08 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-08 18:06, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/799037595284737/?mibextid=6ojiHh I'd rather have a Lincoln. But I haven't seen one of those, or a 4.3L Cutlass Ciera, in a long time. ___

Re: [MBZ] ML63 is ALIIIIIVE!!!!

2023-09-07 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-07 16:27, Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote: I must be getting old. I didn’t understand any of that. He bought a nonfunctional ML63 with computer issues. Fixing it requires throwing thousand dollar bills at a dealer, or becoming a computer expert.

Re: [MBZ] ML63 is ALIIIIIVE!!!!

2023-09-07 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-07 14:42, Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote: You have an ML63? Wow! I bet that is fun to drive! He'll let you know if he ever gets it on the road. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] Luxury car storage

2023-09-07 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Probably more convenient to just build it at home next to the pool. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNiLbE_z7oI ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Luxury car storage

2023-09-06 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-06 16:22, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Put in a couple 4 post lifts and a 2 post and you could get several cars in there Depends on where the ceiling is. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Luxury car storage

2023-09-06 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
1000sq ft parking spaces for sale? 25x40 sounds pretty big. Twice the size of my two car garage. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Nice W124

2023-09-06 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-05 23:43, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: Eh. The report didn't have this in the PDF. Did he buy it for $700, or did he tell the DMV he bought it for $700? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Wallmarks AC juice

2023-09-05 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-05 20:31, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: I got a refund of half the product cost but not the usurious shipping fee as they said they would do now I have to argue over that Dispute the credit card charge, and let Walmart worry about it?

Re: [MBZ] Wallmarks AC juice

2023-09-05 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
"Our mistake, but the best we can do is our cost on the juice and free shipping, we won't honor the original deal nor will we reverse the deal and make you whole" If you'd bought it from WalMart, you could walk up to any returns counter within 90 days for a 'full refund', but I don't know if

Re: [MBZ] Obligatory oil question

2023-09-05 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-05 17:26, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: My thinking is that oil today is so much better than it was 30yr ago, or at least "better" whatever that means, so using any decent synthetic is going to work fine. What my industry contact says: If it's certified API SP, GF-6, or Dexos1

Re: [MBZ] I am somewhat stupid

2023-09-03 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
So, first timers should wrap a bungee under the CP until everything's unscrewed and they're ready to remove it? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Weird impact wrench

2023-09-03 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Big hammer gives big torque with lower power, but low speed too. Hard to imagine something that runs off a lighter socket breaking loose a 700ft-lb nut. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L88X3gkcF5I ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] G500 tail light issues

2023-09-03 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-03 08:01, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes wrote: The tail lights, right turn signal, right brake light and reverse light do no work on my mom’s 2005 G500. The bulbs are fine as are the contacts in the housing- I know because I replaced some bulbs even though they looked fine and

Re: [MBZ] does not accelerate. 2003 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 320 Sedan 4D, $1, 200

2023-09-02 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-02 11:30, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: This looks decent, probably some simple sensor issue like a TPS. I'm almost tempted... **SALVAGE TITLE** **BRING A TRAILER ** **Car cannot be driven home** 2003 Mercedes E320 sport the car will start and run. goes into gears and will

Re: [MBZ] OT Lawn tractor issues

2023-09-02 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-01 17:35, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: I bought a couple of those battery minders, one is hooked up to what seemed to be a dead/dying MB battery, it is still charging after 3-4 days with no error light so maybe it will rejuvenate it a bit. I put mine on my newest

[MBZ] $500 off on hoists

2023-09-01 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
A wholly owned subsidiary of BendPak, Inc. https://www.maxjax.com/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] W163 stuck in park

2023-09-01 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-09-01 13:02, greg via Mercedes wrote: Mine won't shift out of park unless I have my foot on the brake pedal. I assume it's a nanny device. Yeah, but putting my foot on the soft brake pedal doesn't help. I didn't think to look for a towing mode switch.

[MBZ] W163 stuck in park

2023-08-31 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
So I move the 2003 ML350 to mow under it, and the brake pedal has no resistance. And there was a squirrel under the hood, so probably a chewed brake hose. Grrr. After mowing, I go to move the truck to concrete so I can look for drips and jack it up, and it refuses to come out of park. Is that

Re: [MBZ] Exhaust stack run out of the hood with tractor clapper. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 sd, $3, 500

2023-08-31 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-08-31 17:17, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: Well, at least they’re honest. Mid to upper 30s mpgs in a OM617 300SD? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] AC juice 12 pack

2023-08-31 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-08-31 14:33, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: I ordered two cases and I got toucans. Gotta jump on Wallsmark website and see what their resolution process is. Are those Priority Mail bags? You're not supposed to airmail cylinders of compressed gas.

Re: [MBZ] AC juice 12 pack

2023-08-30 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-08-30 12:17, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Looks like my order is scheduled for delivery tomorrow. I hope you get a case and not one can. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this '98 turbo

2023-08-29 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-08-29 15:01, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: InteriorLEATHER MUSHROOM/QUARTZ/PEBBLE (205A) Paint 1 AMAZONITE GREEN - METALLIC (272U) I didn't know that one. Darker than my W140, greener than my (Green-Black Metallic) W163. ___

Re: [MBZ] The Tax Man

2023-08-29 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-08-29 15:50, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: Annual property tax is $276? Jeez….that’s how much you get charged per day in Illinois, according to my grumpy pops. To put a plate on my W140. My W163 is about $100 less. My vacant lot is about double my W140.

Re: [MBZ] Poos

2023-08-29 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Are you near Tampa right now? It's coming soon, very soon. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this '98 turbo

2023-08-29 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2023-08-29 13:43, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: What do they call this shade of green? https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1998-mercedes-benz-e300-turbo-diesel-2/ More importantly, why won't the teilkatalog datacard work for me today?

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