Re: [MBZ] brake problem

2005-11-22 Thread Peter Frederick
Most likely a defective brake booster. It should hold vac indefinitely. I busted one on the old dodge Aries -- stalled every time I stepped on the brakes. Peter

Re: [MBZ] Opinions (was: WAY too much for this car)

2005-11-22 Thread Dave M.
Hi Donald, I understand where you're coming from, and usually I'd agree that is was a little on the high side. And, I don't trust photos that much either. However, if you read the entire text of the ad, almost every high-dollar failure has been addressed. That includes the A/C system, tranny, and

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
well you know what they say, you can wish in one had and, well, do something else in the other and see which one fills up the quickest LT Don wrote: I wish I had it NOW. On 11/21/05, George Gregory [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 11/21/05 12:12 PM, Gabriel S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 10K

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Gabriel S.
KBB is the last place to go to get a value for one of these cars. IMO Kellys Blue Book is a very reputable source and has been in the vehicle apprasial business for a very long time and I would think that they know a thing or two about the value of vehicles. Whats next, Mercedes doesen't know

Re: [MBZ] Opinions (was: WAY too much for this car)

2005-11-22 Thread Gabriel S.
it is way overprice...read the blue book value...shit, you can even double that and it STILL isn't what it sold for.

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Whatever you say. Gabriel S. wrote: KBB is the last place to go to get a value for one of these cars. IMO Kellys Blue Book is a very reputable source and has been in the vehicle apprasial business for a very long time and I would think that they know a thing or two about the value of

Re: [MBZ] Opinions (was: WAY too much for this car)

2005-11-22 Thread Marshall Booth
Gabriel S. wrote: it is way overprice...read the blue book value...shit, you can even double that and it STILL isn't what it sold for. What it sold for was what it was worth!! Anyone that sold it for less would be a FOOL! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned

[MBZ] Resolved: Sway Bar Bushings on 124 (Clunk)

2005-11-22 Thread John Peterson
After my dealer quoted $900 for new control arms and bushings, I took my issue (a clunking from the front end on bumps, when uneven pavement on either tire) to the list for a second opinion. Advice from many was to check the sway bar bushings. Well, tonight I pulled the bar off and the

Re: [MBZ] Scary

2005-11-22 Thread Jeff Zedic
Well that sounds good to me but in my experience and through friend's experiences, they were shit. You'd NEVER catch me with a GM anyway.ugh Jeff Zedic Toronto 87 300TD 83 300D

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Gabriel S.
Whatever you say. CAR FOR SALE! 1987 300D Red, Leather Interior, Pioneer AM/FM CD Head unit, disk changer in trunk, Ice cold AC, Runs strong, I have used Mobile 1 since I have owned it. Etc. Original Mercedes Benz Roof Rack Included (just bought it). $9,000.00 Firm

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Marshall Booth
Gabriel S. wrote: KBB is the last place to go to get a value for one of these cars. IMO Kellys Blue Book is a very reputable source and has been in the vehicle apprasial business for a very long time and I would think that they know a thing or two about the value of vehicles. Whats next,

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Kevin
On Mon, Nov 21, 2005 at 04:36:13PM -0800, Gabriel S. wrote: IMO Kellys Blue Book is a very reputable source and has been in the vehicle apprasial business for a very long time and I would think that they know a thing or two about the value of vehicles. Whats next, Mercedes doesen't know about

Re: [MBZ] Opinions (was: WAY too much for this car)

2005-11-22 Thread John Peterson
Part of the fun of ebay is that some cars go for too little and some go for too much. It's all about what we think the item is worth (and being lucky.) I looked for my '91 for nearly a year on ebay, and in the end, price, condition, honest dealer, color, mbtex, 2.5 turbo all aligned and I won

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Kevin
On Mon, Nov 21, 2005 at 04:44:20PM -0800, Gabriel S. wrote: CAR FOR SALE! 1987 300D Red, Leather Interior, Pioneer AM/FM CD Head unit, disk changer in trunk, Ice cold AC, Runs strong, I have used Mobile 1 since I have owned it. Etc. Original Mercedes Benz Roof Rack Included (just bought

Re: [MBZ] Resolved: Sway Bar Bushings on 124 (Clunk)

2005-11-22 Thread Marshall Booth
John Peterson wrote: After my dealer quoted $900 for new control arms and bushings, I took my issue (a clunking from the front end on bumps, when uneven pavement on either tire) to the list for a second opinion. Advice from many was to check the sway bar bushings. Well, tonight I pulled the

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Gab is one of those 20 somethings who knows everything about the world. End of subject. Kevin wrote: On Mon, Nov 21, 2005 at 04:36:13PM -0800, Gabriel S. wrote: IMO Kellys Blue Book is a very reputable source and has been in the vehicle apprasial business for a very long time and I would

[MBZ] Job 47-100

2005-11-22 Thread Loren Faeth
Does anyone have job 47-100, Fuel tank R R for 86 SDL? It is not on my CD. It is listed on skinnerbox, but not there. Loren Faeth 86 300 SDL At 05:34 PM 11/21/2005, you wrote: Has anyone cleaned or removed the tank screen on an SDL? I don't see a big plug like on the older diesels. From

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Gabriel S.
too bad it's firm. you need to deduct for the pioneer deck, the disk changer, and the fact that you have a #14 head and have overheated it. We were all on the list when that happened. Oh yeah, and my head is cracked (which it isn't) just like you all told me.

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Mitch Haley
Marshall Booth wrote: KBB is rather about worthless to establish the value of a moderately scarce Mercedes - unless you are trying to scam someone. Yeah, I want to go to dealer auctions and buy lots of those $300 trade value 190 turbos. At least I think that was KBB trade in on a nice car

Re: [MBZ] Opinions (was: WAY too much for this car)

2005-11-22 Thread Gabriel S.
What it sold for was what it was worth!! Anyone that sold it for less would be a FOOL! Like I said earlier...I think wagon owners tend to 'puff' the value of their cars. You wagon drivers are like users of Macintosh computers! PS all in humor and not trying to start a flame.

Re: [MBZ] For those who like big cars

2005-11-22 Thread Jeff Zedic
Mike C Wrote: I would LOVE to see that clip.Mike I finally found the link to the crash video between a W220 and a Smart car Go to: http://www.whnet.com/4x4/crashes.html There's a LOT of other crash videos there too! Jeff Zedic Toronto 87 300TD 83 300D

[MBZ] NON MBZ - cool hockey fight

2005-11-22 Thread Gabriel S.
http://www.flurl.com/uploaded/Best_Hockey_Fight_8125.html -- Gabriel Soto Southern California 1987 300D 230K=-

Re: [MBZ] For those who like big cars

2005-11-22 Thread TimothyPilgrim
Nice find! Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/21/05, Jeff Zedic [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mike C Wrote: I would LOVE to see that clip.Mike I finally found the link to the crash video between a W220 and a Smart car Go to: http://www.whnet.com/4x4/crashes.html There's a LOT of other crash

Re: [MBZ] Opinions

2005-11-22 Thread David Brodbeck
Gabriel S. wrote: it is way overprice...read the blue book value...shit, you can even double that and it STILL isn't what it sold for. The Blue Book is meant to help dealers gauge the value of trade-ins, and greatly underestimates the value of cars that are at all rare or unusual. (For

[MBZ] OT: 1990 Chevy Van, Shift Quadrant Light

2005-11-22 Thread Gerald R. Flintrop
An old Army buddy of mine has come up with a question that I can't answer. The subject van's shift quadrant light no longer functions. We are wondering if it is an actual lamp, buried up in the quadrant, or is it some form of Light Pipe, with a remotely located bulb. In either case, can

Re: [MBZ] 603 engine

2005-11-22 Thread Desert Rat
1986 Mercedes 300D Turbo Diesel. This is a 6 cylinder, 2.5 liter motor. 6 cylinder 2.5 in an 86 W124? On 11/21/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Scary

2005-11-22 Thread David Brodbeck
Rich Thomas wrote: They are going to push for that, and for the US (maybe Canadian too, wouldn't be surprised) taxpayer to pick up all their pension obligations too, whether by bankrupty or otherwise. I've been saying that for a while. United Airlines proved that it works. Mark my words:

Re: [MBZ] brake problem

2005-11-22 Thread David Brodbeck
Peter Frederick wrote: Most likely a defective brake booster. It should hold vac indefinitely. Sometimes the brake booster and master cylinder fail together. What sometimes happens is the M/C rear seal fails and fills the brake booster with brake fluid. The brake fluid eats a hole

Re: [MBZ] 603 engine

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Its probably a 3.0 Desert Rat wrote: 1986 Mercedes 300D Turbo Diesel. This is a 6 cylinder, 2.5 liter motor. 6 cylinder 2.5 in an 86 W124? On 11/21/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: [MBZ] brake problem

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I thought luther said his brakes were spongy. If he didnt have power assist they would be hard. David Brodbeck wrote: Peter Frederick wrote: Most likely a defective brake booster. It should hold vac indefinitely. Sometimes the brake booster and master cylinder fail together. What

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread George Gregory
On 11/21/05 6:51 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gab is one of those 20 somethings who knows everything about the world. End of subject. This would be a POT KETTLE BLACK comment, but actually Mr Striplin is showing amazing wisdom. And he's not much older!

[MBZ] FW: Today's Diesel Prices

2005-11-22 Thread Tom Hargrave
Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 21, 2005 1:48 PM To: Weekly Highway Diesel Prices Subject: Today's Diesel Prices ** ** **

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
about 10 years older I would guess. George Gregory wrote: On 11/21/05 6:51 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gab is one of those 20 somethings who knows everything about the world. End of subject. This would be a POT KETTLE BLACK comment, but actually Mr Striplin is showing

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Gabriel S.
Gab is one of those 20 somethings who knows everything about the world. See, there you go, with the insults, starting flame wars you fat fuck.

[MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Just wanted to let everyone know that Gabriel has become the first member to be banned from the list. Sorry it has come to that but he just didn't seem to get with the program. His comments were not conducive to a friendly list environment. Anyway, now things should get back to normal. --

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread James Zavesky
this isn't banned - Original Message - From: Gabriel S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 21, 2005 9:07 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car Gab is one of those 20 somethings who knows everything about the world. See,

Re: [MBZ] Noise, Speedo????

2005-11-22 Thread OK Don
Ditto -- On 11/21/05, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've had the sleeve bearings in the head start shrieking. Lubrication has cured this. -- Jim -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/

Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
no, but he is. James Zavesky wrote: this isn't banned - Original Message - From: Gabriel S. [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 21, 2005 9:07 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] way too much for this car Gab is one of those 20 somethings who

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread Dave M.
Gosh, and we were almost starting to tolerate the little tyke. (Not!) You should sign him up for Banned, if he's not already over there. He was already on my 'ignore' list, but thanks for saving me the trouble in the future. =) +dm -- Date: Mon, 21 Nov 2005

Re: [MBZ] SDL fuel tank screen

2005-11-22 Thread Loren Faeth
Thanks Dr Booth. I also did find the 47-100 pdf on my cd, but it was not indexed. I pulled both hoses from the bottom of the tank. Unfortunately, the out line was black inside, indicating the presence of algae. As much as I drive the car, the algae didn't grow there, so it was pumped in.

[MBZ] Removing 123 front fender

2005-11-22 Thread Zeitgeist
Has anyone here ever successfully removed a 123 front fender? They goop the hell outta the seam under there and I can't figure out how to separate the fender from the body. I can swing the whole thing out quite a ways, but it just pivots from that seam and won't budge upward. I've run a razor

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread Loren Faeth
He just had no imagination as to inventive uses of adjectives. It is quite possible to convey one's thoughts without resorting to filth. Those who creatively apply a broad spectrum of adjectives can let someone know they have been cursed by a sailor without actually using any of the words.

Re: [MBZ] SDL fuel tank screen

2005-11-22 Thread Ron Dwelle
When I changed the one on my 190D, I had to go to a rent-all place and rent a socket that would fit. It was a big mother--can't remember the size though. The differential wasn't in the way for the 190--I suppose you could just use a big adjustable pliers on the socket. Ron Dwelle On Nov 21,

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread Loren Faeth
Jeez Dave, We lost a veritable wealth of knowledge when Gabe was banned. Just ask him, He knows more than anyone else on the list. He knows more than all of us together. In fact, he knows more than the ENTIRE human race. He even knows more than God almighty! Just ask him! At 08:25 PM

Re: [MBZ] brake problem

2005-11-22 Thread David Brodbeck
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I thought luther said his brakes were spongy. If he didnt have power assist they would be hard. Yeah, I don't think what I described is Luther's problem. If the brakes are spongy he's either got air in the system or a bum master cylinder. Sometimes they leak

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread Tjohn
And there was much rejoicing. Tjohn 82 300 SD On 11/21/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just wanted to let everyone know that Gabriel has become the first member to be banned from the list.

Re: [MBZ] Wine in Phoenix

2005-11-22 Thread redghost
I think AZ makes some interesting wines, why not one of those? Washington and Oregon wines are great, but Kalifornia seems to have barrels of white. A good Pinot Noir from the NW is going to pair well with goose or ham On Sunday, November 20, 2005, at 09:10 PM, Craig McCluskey wrote: On

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
AFter his last ordeal, I told him to take it to banned. Well he only lasted less than a week then he started his crap back up here just now. Dave M. wrote: Gosh, and we were almost starting to tolerate the little tyke. (Not!) You should sign him up for Banned, if he's not already over there.

Re: [MBZ] Removing 123 front fender

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
The later ones are not glued on. Never sure why they glued them then quit. Heat is the only way I know to get them off. Zeitgeist wrote: Has anyone here ever successfully removed a 123 front fender? They goop the hell outta the seam under there and I can't figure out how to separate the

Re: [MBZ] 123 rubber car parts

2005-11-22 Thread redghost
Why not ask RUSTY??? On Monday, November 21, 2005, at 05:43 AM, TimothyPilgrim wrote: I SO need a driver's door seal. But the dealer wanted $150 for it! Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 11/18/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Door, window, windshield, and trunk seals. Tires Valve stems

Re: [MBZ] SDL fuel tank screen

2005-11-22 Thread Marshall Booth
Loren Faeth wrote: Thanks Dr Booth. I also did find the 47-100 pdf on my cd, but it was not indexed. I pulled both hoses from the bottom of the tank. Unfortunately, the out line was black inside, indicating the presence of algae. As much as I drive the car, the algae didn't grow there,

Re: [MBZ] SDL fuel tank screen

2005-11-22 Thread Marshall Booth
And if you like - I could post Richard's answer several MORE times ;-) Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi

Re: [MBZ] euro alert

2005-11-22 Thread redghost
OM 617 swap in and you have a great thing On Monday, November 21, 2005, at 03:22 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-SEL-83-MERCEDES-BENZ-280- SEL-GREAT-CONDITION-BAD-ENGINE- NR_W0QQitemZ4592185702QQcategoryZ6315QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] 603 engine

2005-11-22 Thread OK Don
With 6 injector lines coming from the IP, it's a six cylinder 3.0. It's in a 124 chassis, so it was an '87, not an '86 as the ad says. On 11/21/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Its probably a 3.0 Desert Rat wrote: 1986 Mercedes 300D Turbo Diesel. This is a 6 cylinder, 2.5

[MBZ] Two for someone in MI

2005-11-22 Thread Rick Knoble
http://annarbor.craigslist.org/car/112536818.html http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/car/111538940.html Not mine, no affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble 1985 300 CD

Re: [MBZ] Two for someone in MI

2005-11-22 Thread Rick Knoble
Sorry I missed one, http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/car/77363.html Rick Knoble 1985 300 CD - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 21, 2005 9:41 PM Subject: [MBZ] Two for someone in MI

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread LT Don
In other words, he could dish it out on Mercedes but couldn't stand the heat in Banned. Actually, his demise was quite funny to watch over on the Banned side of the world. Let's not forget that he said, if I remember correctly, that English was his second language. Maybe he could have lasted

Re: [MBZ] Removing 123 front fender

2005-11-22 Thread Ralph W.
Has anyone here ever successfully removed a 123 front fender? They goop the hell outta the seam under there and I can't figure out how to separate the fender from the body. I can swing the whole thing out quite a ways, but it just pivots from that seam and won't budge upward. I've run a razor

Re: [MBZ] 240D Differential

2005-11-22 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Sun, 20 Nov 2005 11:39:49 -0500 Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If the diff has homokinetic axles, it may be possible for the diff to shift out of position internally while bringing it home with both axles removed. I'm not sure if that's a problem with mbz diffs, but with many FWD

[MBZ] way too much for this car

2005-11-22 Thread wilton strickland
$9700 for my showroom condition 87 300D in Aug 04 (82kmi). 'VERY well pleased. 'Still showroom at 94kmi. Wilton

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread redghost
And Regina didn't even get to tear him a new one On Monday, November 21, 2005, at 06:25 PM, Dave M. wrote: Gosh, and we were almost starting to tolerate the little tyke. (Not!) You should sign him up for Banned, if he's not already over there. He was already on my 'ignore' list, but thanks

Re: [MBZ] Two for someone in MI

2005-11-22 Thread redghost
Either one is priced well, I think I like the cheap gold one On Monday, November 21, 2005, at 07:41 PM, Rick Knoble wrote: http://annarbor.craigslist.org/car/112536818.html http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/car/111538940.html -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo

Re: [MBZ] Two for someone in MI

2005-11-22 Thread redghost
Rodbender On Monday, November 21, 2005, at 07:43 PM, Rick Knoble wrote: Sorry I missed one, http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/car/77363.html Rick Knoble 1985 300 CD - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday,

Re: [MBZ] Jim Cathey

2005-11-22 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Mon, 21 Nov 2005 07:58:47 -0800 Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The only automotive (sort of) project is the big-a$$ generator, which is going smoothly right now. http://cathey.dogear.com/genset.html I expect to spin (but not fire) it up within the week. That's some mighty good

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread Rich Thomas
I kinda wish that guy with the thumbs comment from a couple years ago would come back. He always had some entertaining psychotic (or alcohol-fueled, or both) ramblings, usually appearing at some hour in the middle of the night. --R

Re: [MBZ] 603 engine

2005-11-22 Thread Mitch Haley
OK Don wrote: With 6 injector lines coming from the IP, it's a six cylinder 3.0. It's in a 124 chassis, so it was an '87, not an '86 as the ad says. Did they have 603 turbos in europe in 1986? (of course, if carfax recognizes the VIN, that would shoot my theory out of the water)

Re: [MBZ] Removing 123 front fender

2005-11-22 Thread Zeitgeist
This is a '78 model, with about 10mm thickness of goop up there at the seam. The fender is going on my '84, so that's good news that the later models aren't quite so nasty. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler (211k) '84 300D (205k)

Re: [MBZ] SDL fuel tank screen

2005-11-22 Thread Loren Faeth
Thanks again, Dr. Booth, I tried to get in there with the big mother channel lock, but didn't get them where they could bite. They are too big to fit on perpendicular, because of the differential and rear subframe position. I think I have the next smaller size in my drill box that is 200

Re: [MBZ] SDL fuel tank screen

2005-11-22 Thread Marshall Booth
Loren Faeth wrote: Thanks again, Dr. Booth, I tried to get in there with the big mother channel lock, but didn't get them where they could bite. They are too big to fit on perpendicular, because of the differential and rear subframe position. I think I have the next smaller size in my

Re: [MBZ] SDL fuel tank screen

2005-11-22 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Tue, 22 Nov 2005 00:39:36 -0500 Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I THINK it's 46 mm. That's 1 13/16 Marshall For the W123, The sender (on top of the tank, accessable by removing the first aid kit) and the strainer (accessable from under the car) both measure 1.804

Re: [MBZ] Scary

2005-11-22 Thread Luther Gulseth
this is why I plan ahead. I plan to have 2-3million saved on my own, NOT DEPENDING ON ANY COMPANY to help. On Mon, 21 Nov 2005 19:47:13 -0600, David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Rich Thomas wrote: They are going to push for that, and for the US (maybe Canadian too, wouldn't be

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread Luther Gulseth
specially when Regina had a hold of his On Mon, 21 Nov 2005 21:45:10 -0600, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Actually, his demise was quite funny to watch over on the Banned side of the world. -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (Slate

Re: [MBZ] FS: 1985 300CD (LONG)

2005-11-22 Thread Woodlandtaylors
Here's an 300SDL with no damage at a junk yard. http://www.silverstarrecycling.com/assets/images/05269.jpg #05269 1987 Mercedes 300 SDL, 126 chassis. (damage= no damage) For parts inquires Please call 1-800-783-4911 Thank you, Sales Staff silverstarrecycling.com Silver Star Recycling also

Re: [MBZ] 603 engine

2005-11-22 Thread Peter Frederick
Its also an SDL or an 87 W124 (unless sold outside the US). Peter

Re: [MBZ] Jim Cathey

2005-11-22 Thread Jim Cathey
That's some mighty good progress. Got any pictures? Probably nothing new until the upcoming skyhook (Mog crane) session. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] Removing 123 front fender

2005-11-22 Thread Peter Frederick
More heat -- you have to melt the adhesive enough that it simply pulls apart. Don't swing it out like that, it will be bent and useless. Later ones have a teflon strip in there instead of the goo -- makes life much eaiser. Peter

Re: [MBZ] 603 engine

2005-11-22 Thread Desert Rat
The underhood configuration is definately a W124. On 11/21/05, Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Its also an SDL or an 87 W124 (unless sold outside the US). Peter ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] engine hibernation wakeup

2005-11-22 Thread Andrew Cunningham
I think we need a time-out. Andy On 11/20/05, Luther Gulseth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: are you f'in stupid Ed? This car is nearly MINT! The interior is virtually perfect (except for the dash) and the paint is nearly the same. This is the issue.if I can't start this engine, I have a

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel

2005-11-22 Thread James Zavesky
doubtful some of us are multi-linguistic - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 21, 2005 10:45 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel In other words, he could dish it out on Mercedes but couldn't stand the

Re: [MBZ] Scary

2005-11-22 Thread TimothyPilgrim
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 On 11/22/05, Luther Gulseth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: this is why I plan ahead. I plan to have 2-3million saved on my own, NOT DEPENDING ON ANY COMPANY to help. On Mon, 21

[MBZ] owner's manual for my '93 300D

2005-11-22 Thread Lee Levitt
Where's the best place to find an owner's manual for my '93? Thanks! Lee '93 300D 2.5L turbodiesel 179K

Re: [MBZ] brake problem

2005-11-22 Thread Hans Neureiter
When my MC went on the blink, the pedal went almost to the floor on the first push. Scary. But I had a combination of failing vac.pump and a bad MC. On 11/21/05, David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I thought luther said his brakes were spongy. If he didnt have

[MBZ] tow hitch

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-tow-hitch_W0QQitemZ8016978442QQcategoryZ6763QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto

[MBZ] 3rd seat

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1984-Mercedes-300TD-Wagon-REAR-SEAT-Third-Seat-NICE_W0QQitemZ8016998202QQcategoryZ33701QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D,

[MBZ] 113 project

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-SL-Class-113-Chassis-Mercedes-Benz-250-SL-1967-Engine-non-functional_W0QQitemZ4592594315QQcategoryZ6338QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D,

[MBZ] cheap nice looking 300SD 116

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-great-outstanding-diesel-300-sd-with-at-least-38-mpg_W0QQitemZ4592591574QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76

[MBZ] cheap euro 126

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-500-Series-380-SEL-Mercedes-83-Mercedes-380-SEL-84-Mercedes-Benz-500-SEL_W0QQitemZ4592586505QQcategoryZ6332QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81

[MBZ] Retirement planning was Re: Scary

2005-11-22 Thread Rick Knoble
- 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

[MBZ] euro sec

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-500-Series-Rare-1985-500SEC-EURO-RUNS-GREAT-CHECK-IT-OUT_W0QQitemZ4592544939QQcategoryZ6332QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL,

[MBZ] cheap 85 SD

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-300SD-Turbo-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-300SD-Turbo-Diesel_W0QQitemZ4592491191QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D,

[MBZ] 2.2 engine/tranny

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-4-cyl-2-2-liters-Diesel-transmission_W0QQitemZ4592484405QQcategoryZ34202QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D,

[MBZ] cheap 110 diesel finny

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1967-Mercedes-200D-4-speed-110-Chassis-Runs-Great_W0QQitemZ4592475580QQcategoryZ39405QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74

Re: [MBZ] cheap euro 126

2005-11-22 Thread Loren Faeth
I'll bet it is a 500SEL because it has hydraulic rear suspension. Great for those who want to load it down with a ton of newspapers and go like a bat out of... At 09:55 AM 11/22/2005, you wrote:

Re: [MBZ] cheap euro 126

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
vin says its a 380 Loren Faeth wrote: I'll bet it is a 500SEL because it has hydraulic rear suspension. Great for those who want to load it down with a ton of newspapers and go like a bat out of... At 09:55 AM 11/22/2005, you wrote:

[MBZ] pimped out wagon

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-300-TD-1984-300-TD-Wagon_W0QQitemZ4592454682QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74

[MBZ] cheap 2.5 turbo

2005-11-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-Diesel-1992-300D-Turbo-Diesel-VA-Car-Near-Mint-No-Reserve_W0QQitemZ4592444297QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D,

[MBZ] 5,000 miles seriously?

2005-11-22 Thread Donald Snook
Here is the car I want. WOW! http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/INCREDIBLE-FIND-ONLY-5-625-ORIGINAL-MILES _W0QQitemZ4590940187QQcategoryZ6330QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Donald H. Snook

Re: [MBZ] 5,000 miles seriously?

2005-11-22 Thread Rick Knoble
Nice car, but the guy selling it (dealer) probably only paid a Kaleb price for it Rick Knoble 1985 300 CD - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 22, 2005 10:25 AM Subject: [MBZ] 5,000 miles seriously? Here is the car

Re: [MBZ] Wine in Phoenix

2005-11-22 Thread andrew strasfogel
A nice riesling would work. If you don't mind going furrrn, I tasted a dry Moscato (Italian) which was nothwistanding quite sweet and probably a good pairing with several items on the Thanksgiving menu. On 11/21/05, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think AZ makes some interesting wines,

Re: [MBZ] euro alert

2005-11-22 Thread andrew strasfogel
Let's do the math. $3615 - $500 = $3115 profit to Kaleb for each one he sells. Not bad! On 11/21/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I will let you know. Dont think I have seen one in running condition that cheap though. Loren Faeth wrote: Hey Kaleb, If you find one of

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