[MBZ] more 1983 300SD observations

2007-11-05 Thread Kevin Kraly
Well, we took the SD on a little trip around town and out to dinner this evening. She ran very well and sure did put out a lot of black smoke when blowing things out on the freeway! I noticed that the clunking downshifts were getting better (I didn't find any obviously disconnected vac lines,

Re: [MBZ] O.T.Lovely Night Shift

2007-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
Robert Rentfro wrote: Now I have to leave 2 hours early to work because they are searching each vehicle coming on site for the next few days. Kinda silly...like closing the barn door after the horse is out. More like calling the fire department to dump 2000 gallons of water in your house

Re: [MBZ] E420 idle control/cruise throttle unit

2007-11-05 Thread Gary Thompson
Answer below assumes the throttle actuator on the E420 is very similar to the E320. By test you mean what? The unit itself will go through a self-test every time the key is turned on. YOu can usually hear the throttle motor winding through its full movement every time you turn the key. That and

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread LarryT
Take proof of ownership the VIN to the dealership and they'll provide it. Some will do it over the phone if they know you -- Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net

Re: [MBZ] I get another 190D

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
hahahahahaha, I will give you a good deal on something --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, November 04, 2007 7:33 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I get

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes on TV

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
Are you talking about Hart to Hart? If so, thought it had a SL in it --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, November 04, 2007 7:35 PM Subject:

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
Take proof of ownership to your local dealer and they will give you the code --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, November 04, 2007 11:29 PM Subject: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio

Re: [MBZ] E420 idle control/cruise throttle unit

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
Well my car will not idle, and the cruise does not work. I want to know if there is a way to test the unit, either by checking resistance or something or other on the pins or something. I was not know if its the unit, the computer, or the wiring in between. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto

Re: [MBZ] OT Honda use of dramatically unequal treads - Opinions wanted

2007-11-05 Thread Gary Thompson
had a similar situation several years ago with a Toyota Sienna minivan (which got replaced by the E320 as soon as all kids were out of car seats). Only problem was the dissimilar tire diameters were constantly setting off the tire pressure idiot light. Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 11/2/07,

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Gary Thompson
If the dealer tries to charge you for the service, tell them to take a flying leap... Damned money grubbing con artists. With any luck, there's a competent, honest dealer near you. Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 11/5/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Take proof of ownership to

Re: [MBZ] E420 idle control/cruise throttle unit

2007-11-05 Thread Gary Thompson
Cruise not working is a definite tip off that it's throttle control related. Does the idle slowly hunt up and down, or is it just rough? Most of the time there will be some codes set when the wiring starts to go south. Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 11/5/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
there should not be a charge at all, they just have to pull the vin up and its there, not very involved. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Gary Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday,

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Tom Hargrave
Or replace it with a much nicer modern radio with a CD player. Just don't cut the wires so that you can re-install the original before you sell the car. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of

Re: [MBZ] E420 idle control/cruise throttle unit

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
Cruise does not work, will not idle unless you ease down on the gas, then you can get it to idle at about 300 or so, just barely running. It did this all the sudden, I messed with it a little and it started workign again for a few days (I probably didnt do anything to it, just started working

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
The 94 has the control for cd changer in the trunk. The factory setup is by far superior to aftermarket in my opinion. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List'

Re: [MBZ] Exhaust system question

2007-11-05 Thread Allan Streib
Chris Lane [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I also am thinking I have some glow plug related problems, all of the sudden. Just in time for winter, of course. Haven't really been following this thread, but if starting just became difficult when the mornings got colder, could be you need to adjust

Re: [MBZ] moto technique

2007-11-05 Thread Allan Streib
archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: If I rode a bike again (last time was 1947 on a Harley 74) I would mount the small flasher lights one sees on road machinery, service trucks, etc. on the ends of the handle bars, beside the headlights, on the front fender, on the back fender, and several on

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes in a movie - was on TV

2007-11-05 Thread Chuck Landenberger
New movie out is Dan in Real Life - co-stars 300D Wagon, uncertain if diesel or vergasser... Here's a trailer.. http://www.apple.com/trailers/touchstone/ daninreallife/large.html Take care, Chuck ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes in a movie - was on TV

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
Yea, I posted this about a month or 2 ago. Its a 280TE --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, November 05, 2007 9:01 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ]

[MBZ] Discount Tire

2007-11-05 Thread Rich Thomas
I will second his report on DT -- a good company to deal with. I took a Benz tire over there when it got a nail, dropped it off, came back an hour later, it was done and no charge. I about fell over. The guy was very nice too and seemed happy to have done that. I kept waiting to find the

Re: [MBZ] O.T.Lovely Night Shift

2007-11-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
As quickly as the search-every-car-coming-on-site started, it stopped. People were hoppin' mad at the delays. All is back to normal. As far as my commute it's a 70 mile round trip daily. After almost 22 yrs, I'm used to it. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[MBZ] 94 E320 radio code

2007-11-05 Thread wilton strickland
Give dealer VIN, he'll give you the code. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread wilton strickland
Any tips on getting lub into throttle linkage on my 87 300D? These points are extremely hard to reach. Engine is slow to go to idle after stop, and cruise sometimes hard to initiate and hold. 'Suspect stiff linkage. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For

Re: [MBZ] Birthdays -hijacked from TV's in cars

2007-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
18 in D.C. On 11/2/07, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: andrew strasfogel wrote: I wonder at what age most people stop pretending to be older? What's the minimum drinking age, 21? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cyclistas?

2007-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
My first 3 speed bike was a Dunelt. It cost all of $39.00 and lasted a year or two. Bonus points to anyone who can guess what year this was (to the nearest 5). On 11/3/07, Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: We have a few bikes in the fleet. First and foremost is the side-by-side recumbent

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread LarryT
I finally got my factory setup working - Factory Amp and Tuner in trunk with Alpine CD Changer I added. Everything works *very* good. The in dash head unit controls the changer as it should. The interface I needed from MB was overpriced IMO but the market is very small and I assume

Re: [MBZ] 2nd Request CarFax Request

2007-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
It's in poor taste to demand a free carfax for a non-Mercedes, IMHO. On 11/4/07, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I dont have one. If its important, you could always buy one yourself. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hate to be a pest, this is getting important Would someone be

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 24, Issue 20

2007-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
Another downside is that they are in TX! On 11/4/07, Robert Bigham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sun, 4 Nov 2007 00:32:26 -0700 From: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Honda use of dramatically unequal treads - Opinionswanted Thanks, all. I decided

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
The 94 up only needs one adaptor, much easier to install, and cheaper. It just works great. I saw on ebay somebody was selling some adaptor to let you hook up a mp3 player in place the a cd player. Not sure how that works, didnt investigate it further. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes on TV

2007-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
The movie Hoax (set in 1971) featured a new 1964 220SE cabriolet. I guess they were too cheap to waste $100K on the correct cab for that year - a 280SE 3.5. I hate it when they blow important details. On 11/5/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Are you talking about Hart to

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes in a movie - was on TV

2007-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
Why would they choose such a rare model when there are plentiful W123 300TDs available? I would have sold them mine for $18,000. ;) Andrew 1983 300TD On 11/5/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yea, I posted this about a month or 2 ago. Its a 280TE --- Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread andrew strasfogel
Someone used to sell a master code book on ebay to decode all Becker radios. On 11/5/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The 94 up only needs one adaptor, much easier to install, and cheaper. It just works great. I saw on ebay somebody was selling some adaptor to let you

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
really, anybody got any info on that? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, November 05, 2007 10:06 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cyclistas?

2007-11-05 Thread Rich Thomas
1980 I still have my Schwinn Continental, I traded in my purple Sting-Ray 3spd, white walls, silver sparkly banana seat, on it and paid another $80 if I recall. That machine got me cycling in high school with some buddies (and girls!) mornings before school but soon got the knees hurting,

[MBZ] 1990 560 SEL strange problem

2007-11-05 Thread p reynolds
its a 1990, with 250kmiles. When the ambiant temp is 50 or under the car runs fine. when the temp reaches 70 the car will run for 4-5 miles, then throttle response goes away, like its lost fuel, and it will sputter and die. But it will idle if i put it un neutral and coast. When I

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes in a movie - was on TV

2007-11-05 Thread Rich Thomas
The older James Bond movies had lots of the bad guys chasing him in various kinds of Benzes that always ended up going over cliffs and exploding while the Alfa or AM or whatever little foreign job he was driving got away. CRINGE!!! --R ___

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Rich Thomas
Hire a carnie? --R wilton strickland wrote: Any tips on getting lub into throttle linkage on my 87 300D? These points are extremely hard to reach. Engine is slow to go to idle after stop, and cruise sometimes hard to initiate and hold. 'Suspect stiff linkage. Wilton

[MBZ] Door Locks 91 300D W124

2007-11-05 Thread LarryT
Howdy, My door lock push buttons - mostly on the drivers door as that one gets all the use, is hard to push sometimes. And, it seems to be getting worse. Would that be the mechanical lock switch or the vacuum element/ Anyone have experience working on them? Anyone have quick instructions for

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, November 05, 2007 10:33 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage Hire a

Re: [MBZ] 1990 560 SEL strange problem

2007-11-05 Thread Tom Hargrave
This has to be a fuel supply problem since it is temperature sensitive it always starts after you shut it off. It's possible that the fuel pump is getting hot locking up or you have a vapor lock situation. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From:

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 11/5/07, wilton strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Any tips on getting lub into throttle linkage on my 87 300D? These points are extremely hard to reach. Engine is slow to go to idle after stop, and cruise sometimes hard to initiate and hold. 'Suspect stiff linkage. Wilton, you've

Re: [MBZ] E420 idle control/cruise throttle unit

2007-11-05 Thread Gary Thompson
Have you checked the codes at pin 14? That's where the CC/ETA module will report all codes. There are quite a few that will not cause a CEL and will not show up with the built in LED. Just in case someone else is listening in, here's one of the best code summaries I've seen along with a link to

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Gary Thompson
I agree. My comment was just a warning to others that SOME unscrupulous dealers are trying to charge for a service that should be free. If they do, go elsewhere. Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 11/5/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: there should not be a charge at all, they just

Re: [MBZ] E420 idle control/cruise throttle unit

2007-11-05 Thread Mitch Haley
I wish mbz was more like Chrysler in that respect. Turn a Mopar ignition on,off,on,off,on and the old cars would flash the CEL and you could count the flashes to read the codes. Newer vehicles with electronic odometers display the codes in the odometer. My dad's Dakota set the light, so I did the

[MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread wilton strickland
I'll try improving access by removing washer reservoir first. Thnx. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
No kidding. I had a plastic one break loose once and jam in full open position. That was wonderful. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday,

Re: [MBZ] E420 idle control/cruise throttle unit

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
I have a code reader and list of codes, and did check them and got codes about this, will have to check again to see what comes up. Pulling that throttle does not look fun though!! --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Gary Thompson

Re: [MBZ] E420 idle control/cruise throttle unit

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
Looking at that reminds me, I do remember I had a code for stop lamp switch. Would that have anything to do with the idle/cruise? I could see it causing the cruise not to work but dont see how it would affect the idle. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original

Re: [MBZ] OT things noticed on a bicycle

2007-11-05 Thread ernest breakfield
conversely, if people driving wanted to earn the same respect as cyclists, shouldn't they be under their own power? ;-) regardless of the practicality of maintaining your momentum when in the act of providing your own power (something not likely to be understood by those who don't get

[MBZ] OT Re: moto technique

2007-11-05 Thread ernest breakfield
hi Allen! i may be mistaken, but i believe most (if not all) of these are aftermarket items, probably due to the fact that state standards are not uniform. motorcycle headlight modulators and flashing brake lights are all legal if they conform to defined standards. at least here in

[MBZ] OT Re: moto technique

2007-11-05 Thread ernest breakfield
i also find The Wiggle to be useful at waking my fellow motorists from the routine they seem to fall into that results in them not seeing a motorcycle directly in front of them; i most often use it when being tailed too closely. it's either sad or amusing to note how quickly a tailgater will

[MBZ] OT Re: moto technique

2007-11-05 Thread ernest breakfield
nice thoughts, Gerry, but most of what you describe isn't legal in most sates for a variety of reasons; use of lights, flashers and reflective material mounted on motor vehicles is pretty heavily regulated (though use of anything mounted to the *rider* is typically not mentioned at all...

Re: [MBZ] OT things you notice on a bicycle

2007-11-05 Thread ernest breakfield
Mitch, i agree completely; i'm much more comfortable as a bicyclist when sharing a lane with other people that are at least aware of the fact that they're operating a vehicle, as opposed to trying to negotiate with everyone/everything on a sidewalk or separate bike path. (i feel bicycles

Re: [MBZ] OT things you notice on a bicycle

2007-11-05 Thread ernest breakfield
Jim, a path like you describe might be pleasant for a leisurely ride, but unless it's clear of pedestrians, dog-walkers, strollers and the training-wheel set, it's probably not something i'd ever use unless it was the only way to get where i was going from where i was; i'm generally both

Re: [MBZ] here a valve, there a valve, everywhere a valve valve...

2007-11-05 Thread Christopher McCann
Interesting...my car does shift hard until it warms up. I wonder if that switchover valve has gone bad too...or has become disconnected. Chris Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You probably have a cold temp shift softener circuit that changes the vac signal at low engine temps (check

Re: [MBZ] here a valve, there a valve, everywhere a valve valve...

2007-11-05 Thread Christopher McCann
My EGR disappeared and a nifty blockoff kit appeared in it's place...don't know how that happened :-) That being the case (and the vacuum line to the EGR is plugged with a nail)...does that valve do anything else? Can it be removed? Thanks, Chris (talking about 85 300SD) Trampas [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] OT Re: moto technique

2007-11-05 Thread Zoltan Finks
Here's another thing that I used to crack up about when riding a motorcycle: (and this actually happens when I'm riding a bicycle too) You're sitting at a red light. When it turns green, don't move a muscle. Many times you will notice that none of the other cars waiting to your sides will move

Re: [MBZ] OT Re: moto technique

2007-11-05 Thread Zoltan Finks
Ah, you're giving them too much credit. Brian On 11/5/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: WRONGO in Boston -- they are waiting for the 3 cars to turn left in front of you when the light changes. You go, you hit at least one of them. --R Zoltan Finks wrote: You're sitting at a red

Re: [MBZ] OT things you notice on a bicycle

2007-11-05 Thread Zoltan Finks
Yeah, there is generally no legal provision for a bicycle to use a sidewalk, as most of us know. To my surprise though, I have heard that here on Bainbridge Island, WA, and also in Seattle?? bikes *are* allowed on the sidwalk. I haven't heard this confirmed by a cop or anything, but I'd like to

Re: [MBZ] OT Re: moto technique

2007-11-05 Thread Zoltan Finks
Thought of another moto technique: Quite inspired by how police motorcyclists used to balance their machines (yes, as they sometimes rode on the sidewalk) I took to the habit of using everyday motorcycle riding as practice to perfect my balance. When coming to a stop, I would wait as long a

Re: [MBZ] OT Re: moto technique

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
I think alot of people have their mind turned off all the time --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, November 05, 2007 1:33 PM Subject: Re:

[MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread wilton strickland
Kaleb, re. throttle jammed full open, what'd you do, turn key off? 'Could get exciting. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
yea turned the key off --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: wilton strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, November 05, 2007 2:50 PM Subject: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage Kaleb, re. throttle jammed

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Rich Thomas
I had mine jam open pretty close to home one day, got it slowed down by pulling on the throttle pedal from behind with my foot. It was sorta exciting. Turned out it was a link bit down at the bottom of the motor where the linkage goes to the tranny, came loose and was jamming against the

[MBZ] 300TD

2007-11-05 Thread M G
Does anyone know if all the 300TDs were turbo or were most of them non turbo? Thanks, Manfred __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com ___

[MBZ] Ignition Switch

2007-11-05 Thread P. D. Ferguson
So just as I was about to put my 1983 300TD in storage for the winter, the ignition switch will not energize the starter motor, but will energize the glow plug circuitry. I can operate the starter motor using the 30 and 50 jumper terminals under the hood. Since the glow plug

Re: [MBZ] 300TD

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
78-80 was non turbo, 81 had both turbo and non-turbo, 82-85 was turbo. I think there are more turbos out than non-turbo --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: M G [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, November 05, 2007

Re: [MBZ] 1990 560 SEL strange problem

2007-11-05 Thread LarryT
When were the fuel filter/s replaced? Also, there's a strainer in the bottom of the gas tank - one or all of the above could be partially clogged allowiing fuel to flow for a while then causing a stoppage. Sometimes, more rare but possible, the fuel hoses deteriorate on the inside and

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 11/5/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I had mine jam open pretty close to home one day, got it slowed down by pulling on the throttle pedal from behind with my foot. It was sorta exciting. Turned out it was a link bit down at the bottom of the motor where the linkage goes to the

[MBZ] OT Re: Things you notice on a bicycle

2007-11-05 Thread ernest breakfield
love those AB guys; i remember being in Calgary on business while cyclists were commuting while it was 40+* below Zero using studded Nokian snow tires that cost about the same as what we pay for the ones on our cars,...! FWIW, i also thought it interesting that in Calgary (and perhaps

Re: [MBZ] 1990 560 SEL strange problem

2007-11-05 Thread Rich Thomas
I don't have a gasser, so not sure what the problem is, but I was thinking that maybe a vacuum builds up in the tank, then releases, then builds up again? Is there anything that would make that happen? That would impede fuel flow intermittently as described. --R LarryT wrote: When were the

Re: [MBZ] 300TD

2007-11-05 Thread tom savage
M G wrote: Does anyone know if all the 300TDs were turbo or were most of them non turbo? Worldwide, most were normally aspirated with 36,874 non-turbos built vs 28,219 turbos. In the US, the non-turbo was available only in 1979 and '80. RHD were all non-turbo, and I think both were available

Re: [MBZ] 300TD

2007-11-05 Thread M G
Thanks for the info Kaleb. Would you also happen to know the range of price for a 79 in decent condition? Manfred __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com

[MBZ] Things you notice on a bicycle

2007-11-05 Thread Bob Hamilton
I've been following this thread with interest. I live near Edmonton, Alberta and cycle about 37 km to work as often as I can. About half is on the highway where I have a nice shoulder and the second half is through the city where I experience all variations of where to ride a bike. The best

Re: [MBZ] 300TD

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
I have no idea, but a guess would be anywhere from 1500-2500 or so for one in good shape with no paint issues, no interior issues, everything working, no rust etc. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: M G [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Re: [MBZ] 1990 560 SEL strange problem

2007-11-05 Thread M.Affzaal.Khan
Most likely it will be one of the items Larry has mentioned . I rectified mine (126 300SE) with a cleanout of the in- tank filter . Replacing the fuel accumulator also got rid of the hot starting problem mak - Original Message - From: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Peter Frederick
Yeah, they're hard to get to. You need to pop them apart, flush with solvent, and add a drop of tranny fluid and re-attach. The worst ones are the rod along the head, under the manifold. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

[MBZ] Things you notice on a bicycle

2007-11-05 Thread wilton strickland
Bob, my son has an '07 R320CDI; thinks it's fantastic! Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Hendrik Fay
Didn't know such a thing existed =-O Usually your best bet is to go to the place where the car was sold and/or serviced and they should have the code in their system. I recently bought a, what you know as, Izuzu pickup. No radio code with it, so I went to the local Holden dealer (Izuzus are sold

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Peter Frederick
Mine got stuck once, too, but that was the result of having a heavy van hit me in the driver's door. Ran at about 1/3 throttle until someone (not me!) found a pair of needle-nosed pliers and got to the key, now buried in the dash. Shut right off, for a wonder. Peter

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Hendrik Fay
In an ideal world where money is less important than friendship perhaps but.. If you don't have a existing relationship with the local stealership then it may be hard but you can always try the old I'm planning on spending mega bucks in your establishment, so be nice to me

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Hendrik Fay
Yeah that makes sense, sell it with a radio that is not working. Anyway CD is old school, you want MP3 and bluetooth :-) Tom Hargrave wrote: Or replace it with a much nicer modern radio with a CD player. Just don't cut the wires so that you can re-install the original before you sell the car.

Re: [MBZ] 300TD

2007-11-05 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 11/5/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have no idea, but a guess would be anywhere from 1500-2500 or so for one in good shape with no paint issues, no interior issues, everything working, no rust etc. Or about twice that in the Pacific Northwest. ;) Alex Chamberlain

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Hendrik Fay
I would think that Becker would have put a stop to that. Are the codes the property of Becker? Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: really, anybody got any info on that? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor ___

Re: [MBZ] Exhaust system question

2007-11-05 Thread Chris Lane
No, the glow plug light just stopped lighting up, basicly as soon as we got the car put back together from the B2. The battery was low from sitting for a good part of the year, and I have not been driving it much due to the exhaust issues. I'm going to try and find a meter ASAP. I was checking

[MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread wilton strickland
Not only are the linkages hard to access, shaking of hands (tremor) has made it even harder. Significant reduction of the tremor recently, though, has me trying to do lots of things I've not been able to do for several years. 'Been telling the neurologists for yrs that the tremor is directly

Re: [MBZ] OT things noticed on a bicycle

2007-11-05 Thread Hendrik Fay
But there is still the trauma of hitting a cyclist, whether you where in the right or wrong. There are idiot cyclist out there just as there are idiot car drivers. Far as I am concerned, the roads where put there for use by vehicles and cyclist are guests on 'our' roads and as such should

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Hendrik Fay
This reminds me of the time I had a throttle stick in a 40 tonne truck I was driving, not a nice a feeling to take your foot off the throttle and the thing keeps going faster and faster. Luckily it happened on a straight bit of road with a big verge to pull off onto. Those 903 Cummins motors

Re: [MBZ] 1994 E320 Coupe radio code

2007-11-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
i dont know, I copied this to a becker employee. Jamie, whats the deal with radio codes on these old radios. Is there some master list. Are the codes the property of becker or what? Hendrik Fay wrote: I would think that Becker would have put a stop to that. Are the codes the property of

Re: [MBZ] 126 wanted

2007-11-05 Thread Loren Faeth
Wish there was only a 20 cent spread here again. It was down to a 25 to 30 cent spread over the Summer, but now? Gas 2.79 and Diesel 3.29. At 08:01 PM 11/2/2007, you wrote: When I filled up tonight at Loves, regular was $2.90 and Diesel $3.10. The SDL only needs to get 21.4 mpg to equal the

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 24, Issue 20

2007-11-05 Thread Loren Faeth
Lex Brodies In Honolulu was all that and SPEED! Lex would have someone at your car before you stopped rolling and got it parked. They had a time guarantee, I think it was 30 Min. or free. If you got a set of tire, they'd have 3-5 guys working on your job. It was an amazing place. After

[MBZ] 124 94 E320 Belt routing

2007-11-05 Thread Loren Faeth
Can anyone provide a diagram of the serpentine belt routing for a 94 E320? M104 engine. Thanks! Loren Faeth ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To

[MBZ] HELP need part 87 300TD maybe from TE would work?

2007-11-05 Thread Doug Quance
Folks: I need a hydraulic line from the self leveling suspension. The one needed is from the control valve to the right accumulator. My local dealer can get one, but its 2 weeks from Germany. I have a photograph to be able to confirm. It measures approx. 175 mm in total length. Thanks for any

[MBZ] FW: Today's Diesel Prices with Holiday notice

2007-11-05 Thread Tom Hargrave
Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, November 05, 2007 2:37 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Today's Diesel Prices with Holiday notice ** ** **

Re: [MBZ] OT things noticed on a bicycle

2007-11-05 Thread Zoltan Finks
Surely, no, SURELY you jest. Your post isn't worth a lot of my time, but on the off chance you were not kidding: If you live by the outa' my way 'cause I'm bigger than you principle, then I hope you are willing to live by it in every situation. You are not always locked in the safey of your

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Rick Knoble
Started trtmnts every 2 wks a yr ago. Almost immediately, the tremor began to diminish and is now nearly gone. I would not have been able to solve my lock tumbler prob. a couple of weeks ago with the tremor. 'Started assembling a replica Simon Willard tall case clock ~ 3 days ago; also

[MBZ] 300TD

2007-11-05 Thread Glenn Brown
One of the other listers provided the NADA site awhile back: http://www.nadaguides.com/LinkedValues.asp?UserID=550B38928947CDID=39391LinkId=7499wPg=1109 They list the following retail:LowMediumHigh '82 TD turbo $5150$9100 $13550 '85 TD

Re: [MBZ] 300TD

2007-11-05 Thread Tom Hargrave
The source is dealer sales history that is reported back to NADA, which will be on the high side for these cars. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Glenn Brown Sent: Monday, November 05,

Re: [MBZ] 300TD

2007-11-05 Thread tom savage
Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: I have no idea, but a guess would be anywhere from 1500-2500 or so for one in good shape with no paint issues, no interior issues, everything working, no rust etc. I dunno, I just sold my '82 300D with 346k miles which meets none of your descriptors for $1000

Re: [MBZ] Lub 87 300D throttle linkage

2007-11-05 Thread Fmiser
It seems than at Mon, 5 Nov 2007 19:05:30 -0500, wilton wrote: Not only are the linkages hard to access, shaking of hands (tremor) has made it even harder. Significant reduction of the tremor recently, though, has me trying to do lots of things I've not been able to do for several years.

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