Re: [MBZ] Retirement biz for AZ Bob

You wouldn't DO it, you'd tell the employees what to do. Bob Rentfro via Mercedes November 22, 2021 at 9:41 PM The only trucking I ever did was driving semi grain trucks in North Dakota for a summer in the mid 70s. AZBob Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] Retirement biz for AZ Bob

The only trucking I ever did was driving semi grain trucks in North Dakota for a summer in the mid 70s. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 22, 2021, at 8:07 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > For sale: Trucking & Logistics Companylocated in Arizona. Below are some > business

[MBZ] Retirement biz for AZ Bob

For sale: Trucking & Logistics Companylocated in Arizona. Below are some business highlights: * $1.2 million in revenue with $450K in normalized cash flow. * Specializes in flatbed hauling. * Transports mostly steel coiled rebar, plastic pipe and building material. * Largest

Re: [MBZ] Retirement special

With savings in motel bookings that will pay for itself in mere decades. On Tue, Nov 16, 2021 at 6:54 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/college-grove-thor-siesta/7408923721.html > ___ >

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Re: [MBZ] Retirement Ride

Good for the long hauls with the head. I suppose you could fold those seats down to sleep too. Add a little fridge and a microwave and it could be a minimal RV --FT Sent from iFōn > On Nov 11, 2021, at 4:20 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Here ya go > >

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$200k new? Really?? On Thu, Nov 11, 2021 at 4:20 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Here ya go > > > https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/saint-louis-2015-mercedes-sprinter-3500/7406614275.html > > On Tue, Nov 9, 2021, at 9:06 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote:

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Here ya go https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/saint-louis-2015-mercedes-sprinter-3500/7406614275.html On Tue, Nov 9, 2021, at 9:06 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: > too boring. Take a GL or an ML. > > On Tue, Nov 9, 2021, 6:18 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com>

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Not sure about mobile coverage. It had been being promoted for usage by geologist for use out in the field back in 2019 at the mining conference that year. May have been spin, as there was yet to be coverage at the time. clay I have no pronouns please do not refer to me. > On Nov 9,

Re: [MBZ] Retirement Ride - GLK250 problems

What a nightmare. My local dealership has been decent about attending to basically the same issues. The worst thing that ever happened to me was a check engine light and decreased fuel economy when two air charge hoses had cracked. That cost about $900 to repair. The emissions-related recalls and

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Is StarLink usable by travelers now? Last I heard it was still for fixed addresses and would refuse to connect if you were too far from the registered home base. Allan On Tue, Nov 9, 2021, at 10:41 PM, Clay via Mercedes wrote: > Get a StarLink account (Elon’s sat. network) that covers the far

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Get a StarLink account (Elon’s sat. network) that covers the far north. Should have it well built out in a year or two. Subscription is supposed to be around $99/mo for something a tad bit quicker than DSL. Clay inter urinas et faeces nascimur > On Nov 9, 2021, at 6:35 PM, Kaleb Striplin

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Now that would be interesting.  Of course I work remote so theoretically as long as I have phone and internet access I could be working from anywhere, even on the road. On 11/9/2021 9:29 PM, Clay via Mercedes wrote: Another option for getting up to AK is to sign up to drive a brand new RV up

Re: [MBZ] Retirement Ride - GLK250 problems

The fellow I referred to has a 2014 GLK250 that is causing him grief. He bought it new and it has only 120K Kilometers on it so around 75K miles. He has had 2 NOX sensors and the DEF pump and heater replaced. The dealer says it needs a DPF but none are available. The DPF will be under

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Another option for getting up to AK is to sign up to drive a brand new RV up from the factory. You do pay for the pleasure of having virgin Class C or A accommodations, as well as normal fuel cost. Prior to Couf there were massive fleets of these making the voyage every May to resupply the

Re: [MBZ] Retirement Ride

The 'living room' aspect of the truck camper is its weakest point. That, and the climbing up into it, and up into the bed. But if you're still somewhat agile... We use ours as a mobile bedroom. With kitchen, dining, and bathroom facilities as necessary. Our time 'elsewhere' is spent mostly

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I call dibs on the Cummins Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 9, 2021, at 8:27 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Well, I certainly have the truck for it, Curt…my ‘05 Dodge 2500 5.9 > Cummins. Wifey was marveling at them the other day what with the new ones > and their fancy slide

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Well, I certainly have the truck for it, Curt…my ‘05 Dodge 2500 5.9 Cummins. Wifey was marveling at them the other day what with the new ones and their fancy slide outs. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 9, 2021, at 7:07 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > too boring. Take a GL

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too boring. Take a GL or an ML. On Tue, Nov 9, 2021, 6:18 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I'm with you. For touring I would suggest something like a Chevy Tahoe or > equivalent. Big and comfortable, parts available everywhere, any halfwit > mechanic will be able to

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Just to be a contrarian: bedbugs. Apparently they're making a comeback. Also, you have to consider the resale value in the RV calculus. For us, though perhaps less roomy, the best on-the-road living value is via a truck camper. Full queen-sized bed. Truck can go just about anywhere. If truck

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I'm with you. For touring I would suggest something like a Chevy Tahoe or equivalent. Big and comfortable, parts available everywhere, any halfwit mechanic will be able to work on it.Stick with the big 3 (maybe including Jeep) for best availability of parts and repair. Curt Sent from Yahoo

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What model/year diesel does your friend drive, Randy? I've had no such problems with my 2014 GLK 250 Bluetec SUV. On Tue, Nov 9, 2021 at 5:30 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Blasphemy maybe, but I would suggest that you enjoy old Mercedes as fun > rides and

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Blasphemy maybe, but I would suggest that you enjoy old Mercedes as fun rides and acquire something else that is new or relatively new for your tour of the country. The new Mercedes do not seem to have the same level of quality as they once did. A fellow on another list that I read has a

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Agree, unless you're really wanting the whole camping experience (which can be fun), hotels are far more comfortable and less expensive. Allan On Tue, Nov 9, 2021, at 2:53 PM, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes wrote: > > After taking the cross country trip from Oregon to North Carolina, I now >

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After taking the cross country trip from Oregon to North Carolina, I now understand why many RVers choose to stay in hotels on the road. It’s not worth the time to set up every night just to tear down the next morning. With three people and four Doodles, the RV was the best way to travel, but

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I no I can get one. On Tue, Nov 9, 2021 at 1:49 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Does it have a clear tittle? > > -D > > > On Nov 9, 2021, at 1:45 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > The answer should be obvious. > > > >

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Does it have a clear tittle? -D > On Nov 9, 2021, at 1:45 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > The answer should be obvious. > > W123 turbodiesel station wagon with *at least* 380,000 miles so you know > that the car has been broken in properly. Preferably a former daily >

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The answer should be obvious. W123 turbodiesel station wagon with *at least* 380,000 miles so you know that the car has been broken in properly. Preferably a former daily driver, white exterior with a blue leather interior, third row seating, roof cross bars, and rebuilt Becker AM/FM cassette

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I agree with Floyd. An ML or GL would be perfect for such types of travel, and modern enough to be easily serviced just about anywhere. While a W126 that’s well sorted and in good shape would be nice, if something happens to it and you’re in bumf*ck wherever, getting it serviced will be a

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A W126. On Tue, Nov 9, 2021, at 1:34 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > After 38 years of moving neutrons, I’m calling it quits in March. We had > considered traveling alles uber our Country but I am having a hard time > convincing Mrs.Bob we should buy Chip’s Prevost. > She is leaning

Re: [MBZ] Retirement Ride

A GL or ML or a wagon, you can get all your impedimenta in any of them without struggling, and tow something if you want on the SUVs, and take a nap if you want (or if no AirBnBs about you can sleep in it).  The bigger the better for highway miles and room to stretch your legs around while

[MBZ] Retirement Ride

After 38 years of moving neutrons, I’m calling it quits in March. We had considered traveling alles uber our Country but I am having a hard time convincing Mrs.Bob we should buy Chip’s Prevost. She is leaning more towards getting a new to us vehicle and Air BnB or hotel room it (“you can pay

Re: [MBZ] Retirement

I guess for some their only social interactions occur at work, so when they retire this key support for emotional health goes away... On Sun, Jan 21, 2018 at 12:13 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I have no shortage of projects to do. Then there are places to go.

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I have no shortage of projects to do. Then there are places to go. And there are always things to do. Under the things to do category: Went yesterday with SWMBO and had Irsh coffee and Fish and chips. It was excellent and took over 2 hours. And I am not old enough to drink coffee! Fred

[MBZ] Retirement

My grandfather, born 1900, was retired from the Kent Constabulary in 1965,and, after 6 months at home, my grandmother brought him his hat and coat saying "Don't come back until you have a job." He took a Custodian of Quarters position for the Met. and worked for another 23 years, outliving my

Re: [MBZ] Retirement

...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of ANGELO GIAIMO Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 9:31 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Retirement Everyone, As of today, I will be retiring from IBM after 30 plus years of service and will be seeking out new ventures.. I

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! - Original Message - From: Bill R billr32...@comcast.net To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, May 04, 2009 2:18 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Retirement Good luck on the whole retirement thing. I've been retired for 5 years and think it is great, but I do miss the friends

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lousy right now but they'll come back before too long, in fact I haven't checked but I bet they're on the rebound already... -Curt Date: Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:39:18 -0500 From: Tom Hargrave tharg...@hiwaay.net Subject: Re: [MBZ] Retirement To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Message

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: [MBZ] Retirement To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: 047901c9c7b2$e93831d0$3400a...@tomrmkj2yanjy9 Content-Type: text/plain;charset=windows-1250 Corporate America left me a little over 8 years ago. Now I'm a consultant and I own an on-line kegging supply business

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Rich Thomas wrote: Hope he didn't have Govt Motors bonds, he's screwed today. If he was in a 'bond fund', he probably had some, unless it was restricted to gov't bonds. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To

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Same thing today! --R (not really, but you get the point) Mitch Haley wrote: Rich Thomas wrote: Hope he didn't have Govt Motors bonds, he's screwed today. If he was in a 'bond fund', he probably had some, unless it was restricted to gov't bonds. Mitch.

[MBZ] Retirement

Everyone, As of today, I will be retiring from IBM after 30 plus years of service and will be seeking out new ventures.. I will miss the work, but, more importantly, I will miss the people and friends I have accumulated over the years. Please feel free to contact me anytime, if you wish

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Good for you. Everyone I work with, who is nearing retirement, seems to have their date moving out a little further due to the wretched economy. Bob R On Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 6:31 PM, ANGELO GIAIMO gia...@us.ibm.com wrote: Everyone, As of today, I will be retiring from IBM after 30 plus

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I retired in 1995. I still work 40+ hours a week. (In the interest of full disclosure, I retired at age 42, way too young to not start a second career.) On Mon, Apr 27, 2009 at 8:36 PM, Bob Rentfro azbob...@gmail.com wrote: Good for you. Everyone I work with, who is nearing retirement, seems

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this formatting works out as I'm using gmail now, not the Notes account from Big Blue Date: Mon, 27 Apr 2009 18:36:27 -0700 From: Bob Rentfro azbob...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Retirement To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID

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...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Angelo Giaimo Sent: Monday, April 27, 2009 10:25 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Retirement Rob, They let me go in January with 90 days to find another position. If not I got a GENEROUS separation package, retraining

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On Mon, 27 Apr 2009 23:25:08 -0400 Angelo Giaimo michaelangel...@gmail.com wrote: I'm curious to see how this formatting works out as I'm using gmail now, not the Notes account from Big Blue It looks just fine. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For

[MBZ] Retirement

From my friend CS, recently retired NWA 747 Captain: I had a bad dream last night.  In it was the FAA, crew scheduling, bad schedules, bad management, self-serving union, unserviceable aircraft equipment, changing weather, freezing rain, no extra holding fuel, ever-changing

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:55 PM Subject: [MBZ] Retirement From my friend CS, recently retired NWA 747 Captain: I had a bad dream last night. In it was the FAA, crew scheduling, bad schedules, bad management, self-serving union, unserviceable aircraft equipment, changing weather, freezing rain, no extra holding

[MBZ] Retirement

Oh, add to the nightmare list: nuclear weapons, nuclear systems positive conntrol procedures and ORI's. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To

[MBZ] Retirement planning was Re: Scary

- Original Message - From: TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Scary How on Earth can you save that much?!? I'll be lucky to make that over the course of my lifetime. Tim 1982 300TD Moby soapbox It is possible, even on a middle class income. Most of us on this list

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Now, can you do it -without- investing? Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/22/05, Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - From: TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Scary How on Earth can you save that much?!? I'll be lucky to make that over the course of

Re: [MBZ] Retirement planning was Re: Scary

- Original Message - From: TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] Now, can you do it -without- investing? Tim 1982 300TD Moby Nope. The younger you start, the more you accumulate. Compound interest and time are your friends. It ain't rocket science but I certainly wish I was twenty or

Re: [MBZ] Retirement planning was Re: Scary

Rick Knoble wrote: Nope. The younger you start, the more you accumulate. Compound interest and time are your friends. And a little luck. I have a 401(k), but I consider it a form of gambling, albeit one where the odds are pretty good. In my (admittedly cynical) view, insiders still hold