Re: [MBZ] mercedes related!!

2008-02-07 Thread Zoltan Finks
Yes, replace your wife with mine. She'll have 'em slamming real fine. Wait - that sounds a bit dirty. The point is if you want a door slammed, my wife is the person to do it. Actually, she probably wouldn't slam them if I actually did want them slammed. Good luck with your doors, Rick. Brian

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread Zoltan Finks
both those colors are neat. I might opt for the dijon-looking yellow - don't want to be too awfully noticeable. Brian On Feb 5, 2008 7:59 AM, Gary Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There's a '76 here on Craigs list too. http://austin.craigslist.org/car/563387950.html Gary Thompson 1995

Re: [MBZ] Valve adjustment, latex gloves

2008-02-07 Thread Kevin Kraly
That's just how I did it. I would leave a little extra clearance knowing that it would get tighter as the locknut was torqued down. This is why the last few went MUCH more quickly for me. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___

Re: [MBZ] Transmission saga - not the end yet

2008-02-07 Thread Hans Neureiter
Original problem was a jammed kick-down cable. The indy buddy who did the engine transplant knew the cable was worn since he had trouble to hook it up at the tranny. Since the transplant 8 months ago the tranny worked super. Smooth shifts with the shift points controlable. Yes, they made it

[MBZ] [OT] building material

2008-02-07 Thread Hendrik Fay
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/SEX-CAPSULES-MEN-free-WIFE-DIDNT-KNOW-WHAT-HIT-HER_W0QQitemZ270208682262QQihZ017QQcategoryZ106751QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Nothing to do with me. Hendrik who lives in SA but doesn't sell herbal pills ___

[MBZ] OT: auto-darkening welding masks

2008-02-07 Thread Allan Streib
Saw this in the latest spam from Northern Tools... Any comments on whether this would be OK for occasional non-professional use? http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod uct_6970_200311850_200311850 What does it mean that it's solar powered -- it will recharge from the light

[MBZ] Hey look what I did

2008-02-07 Thread Rich Thomas
Someone posted a link to this back some time ago, I did magic on it and cut it on the CNC machine a little while ago. The logo is about 5 wide, 3.5 high on a scrap of maple plywood with a bit of light stain to bring out the cuts. I might have to make a nice box and put this on the lid. It

Re: [MBZ] Transmission saga - not the end yet

2008-02-07 Thread Rich Thomas
I don't know that one, there are a bunch on Beverly Hills between Chimney Rock and whatever that next street west is -- 1 block north of Westpark, kinda in the same area I think. --R Hans Neureiter wrote: The indy I am going to is C J Mercedes Services on Jenetta near Westpark. My Ex took

Re: [MBZ] OT old Chevettes

2008-02-07 Thread andrew strasfogel
Drove a brand new 1976 Chevette off the lot without even attempting to bargain with JKJ Motors in Tysons Corner, VA. Talk about naive! The salesman was in such shock that he voluntarily threw in free rustproofing. Well, the car performed so reliably we kept it until 1982, by which time we had

Re: [MBZ] Hey look what I did

2008-02-07 Thread E M
Cool!! Bet you could have a nice little business on the side cutting names or logos into the centre wood consoles and other bits. Yeah, little stars on the door wood trim, and then back filled with black pain. Ed 300E On 06/02/2008, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Someone posted a link

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread E M
They are a real fashion thing here, but if you're mostly after good fuel economy, there are cars built as well, that are larger, cheaper and are as just as good on fuel. Or, as Jeremy Clarkson would say, close enough to makes no difference. Ed 300E On 07/02/2008, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL

[MBZ] Fw: See-through Tires

2008-02-07 Thread wilton strickland
Check these tires/wheels a la '68 moon buggy. Wilton - Original Message - From: Larry Jinnette To: Wilton Sent: Wednesday, February 06, 2008 3:55 PM Subject: See-through Tires Hey Wilt.these will look great with those spinning hubcaps. The See-through Tires Radical

Re: [MBZ] Smart ForTwo

2008-02-07 Thread Mitch Haley
John Freer wrote: To add insult to injury, that 3 cylinder Mitsu gas engine is tuned to burn premium fuelwhat were they thinking? I didn't catch that. I noticed they beat the 1989 Geo Metro by 14hp, but I didn't realize they cheated. 70hp/liter isn't impressive if it uses premium. My

Re: [MBZ] Smart ForTwo

2008-02-07 Thread Rich Thomas
I think the point is to sell these things to people who feeel good about them and the cool factor -- triumph of marketing over common sense (but it IS an election year). --R Mitch Haley wrote: John Freer wrote: To add insult to injury, that 3 cylinder Mitsu gas engine is tuned to

Re: [MBZ] 190D 2.5 turbo

2008-02-07 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
my 124 2.5 turbo gets that, and its much bigger and smoother probably. Frederick W Moir wrote: Hi, Kaleb et al. 190DT 87, have 2, one bent and one responding to tlc. My experience is probably not too typical, I drive either half asleep or too aggressively and this is aided and abetted by a

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread andrew strasfogel
Ed: 1) where is here? 2) what comparably priced cars get better fuel economy than a Smart? Note: Dealer retail price is $12 K for the Plus2 Pure to 18K for the Passion. Not sure about the Cabriolet pricing. The basic Pure model has manual windows, no radio, no AC (not kidding), and manual

Re: [MBZ] OT old Chevettes

2008-02-07 Thread andrew strasfogel
Yes, the brakes and exhaust were the only major expenses. Th brake (shoes and rums??) cost roughly triple what my Mercedes pads cost to replace and lasted fewer miles than MB pads. IIRC we had a glove box and door (we had the upgraded coupe model, not the Scooter). The hatchback was neat for

Re: [MBZ] Smart ForTwo

2008-02-07 Thread E M
No no no, you don't understand, the idea isn't to stow your new Mercedes bicycle away inside the car, but rather to stick it on the roof so all can see. Smart will sell you a dandy little roof rack system to do that too I think. And dont' forget a few Mercedes stainless travel mugs. Gotta have

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread E M
Few years back, Subaru required premium fuels here too, and it put a lot of buyers off. I hear most now run on regular, other than their hot cars. All my cars run on premium, but I don't really mind. Here, they cut the lower grades with ethynol, so you're paying for gas, and yet getting

Re: [MBZ] Smart ForTwo

2008-02-07 Thread andrew strasfogel
Radical chic! On Feb 7, 2008 12:50 PM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: No no no, you don't understand, the idea isn't to stow your new Mercedes bicycle away inside the car, but rather to stick it on the roof so all can see. Smart will sell you a dandy little roof rack system to do that too I

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread Mitch Haley
andrew strasfogel wrote: 2) what comparably priced cars get better fuel economy than a Smart? Smart = 33/40 EPA. Aveo = 24/34 EPA Yaris = 29/36 EPA My Horizon matched the Aveo, but that was on a different scale. The 1989 base Metro was something like 48/56, but again, the same car got

Re: [MBZ] 190D 2.5 turbo

2008-02-07 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
perhaps Frederick W Moir wrote: Kaleb. That is true, however you probably drive in a more restrained manner which must use less fuel? Fred Moir Lynn MA Public Enema #1 At 01:17 PM 2/7/2008, you wrote: my 124 2.5 turbo gets that, and its much bigger and smoother probably.

Re: [MBZ] 190D 2.5 turbo

2008-02-07 Thread Frederick W Moir
Kaleb. That is true, however you probably drive in a more restrained manner which must use less fuel? Fred Moir Lynn MA Public Enema #1 At 01:17 PM 2/7/2008, you wrote: my 124 2.5 turbo gets that, and its much bigger and smoother probably. ___

Re: [MBZ] OT: Computers

2008-02-07 Thread Allan Streib
Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: (Note I'm not saying it can't be done on Windows, but I know from exp. that it takes a heck of a lot more work to get it happening than it should on modern hardware with a modern OS, and UNIX was built in the 70's.) It's klunky on windows, I think you have

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread E M
I'm in Canada. Toyota offer cars almost as good economy, but more space and just more car in general. While advertised starting at 12, I've never seen one for that. Used they sell for more here. Ed 300E On 07/02/2008, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ed: 1) where is here? 2)

Re: [MBZ] OT old Chevettes

2008-02-07 Thread E M
If you're in canada, you'll understand that my car was known as the Molly Maid Mobile lol Ed 300E On 07/02/2008, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, the brakes and exhaust were the only major expenses. Th brake (shoes and rums??) cost roughly triple what my Mercedes pads cost

Re: [MBZ] OT: Computers

2008-02-07 Thread Ed Booher
On Feb 1, 2008 10:55 AM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If you don't use a GUI you can do a surprising amount of business computing on very modest hardware. Allan Even if you do use a GUI you can do a surprising amount of business computing on modest hardware. You wouldn't see a

Re: [MBZ] OT: auto-darkening welding mask

2008-02-07 Thread Curt Raymond
I think thats the one I got for Christmas. Its great, I really like it. So much easier than the crappy little thing they give you with the welder. Darkens instantly and has an adjustable delay for brightening. -Curt Date: Thu, 07 Feb 2008 09:52:43 -0500 From: Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque

2008-02-07 Thread R A Bennell
If you know the size of the fastener and the thread you can generally look up the appropriate torque on a chart. If it did not come with your torque wrench, then look on the net. Alternatively, as has been said, just tighten to snug and then check them a couple of times after you have run it a

Re: [MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque

2008-02-07 Thread Allan Streib
Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I posted a query a couple days ago asking if someone could provide the spec torque setting for the valve cover bolts on my '84 300D but haven't received this info. yet. Does anyone have the engine book where you can look this up and provide this info.?

[MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque

2008-02-07 Thread Glenn Brown
I posted a query a couple days ago asking if someone could provide the spec torque setting for the valve cover bolts on my '84 300D but haven't received this info. yet. Does anyone have the engine book where you can look this up and provide this info.? TIA G. M. Brown Brevard, NC

Re: [MBZ] 190D 2.5 turbo

2008-02-07 Thread Frederick W Moir
At 01:40 PM 2/7/2008, you wrote: On Feb 7, 2008 10:05 AM, Frederick W Moir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My experience is probably not too typical, I drive either half asleep or too aggressively We must have been separated at birth! I'm afraid that describes my driving perfectly. Must be why I

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread E M
And eliminate the tow most are getting behind big trucks on the highway. lol Ed 300E On 07/02/2008, John Freer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Somehow you would need to convert this comparison to cost per gallon to factor in that only the Smart requires premium fuel. Somehow I think the Smart would

Re: [MBZ] OT: Computers

2008-02-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Feb 7, 2008 10:46 AM, Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: (Note I'm not saying it can't be done on Windows, but I know from exp. that it takes a heck of a lot more work to get it happening than it should on modern hardware with a modern OS, and UNIX was built in the 70's.) And the end

[MBZ] 1979 240D Parts Car

2008-02-07 Thread ts
Engine problems thought it was a blown gasket, pulled had it looked at still over heats and getting pressure build up in the coolong. Car has 130K on it. Well maintained. Tranny is fine No rust structrually and very very little rust on surface. Interior is exceptional. Engine swap or could

Re: [MBZ] why america is finished NOW SEARS

2008-02-07 Thread Ed Booher
On Feb 5, 2008 10:11 AM, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: But get away from the bottom end products sold by Sears and a few others and you'll still find quality tools. And if it's not made in China then I'd be willing to bet that if it's a power tool or cabinet, major parts were made

Re: [MBZ] Smart ForTwo

2008-02-07 Thread Mitch Haley
R A Bennell wrote: Seems a bit useless to me with no back seat and not much room to haul anything either. My Plymouth Horizon had a 99 wheelbase, the 4-2 has a 106 length. That means it stretches from the leading edge of a Horizon's front rim to its back axle. I'd rather drop a VW TDI

Re: [MBZ] Hey look what I did

2008-02-07 Thread Rich Thomas
I did some name plates and some other things, and crushed up some turquoise and mixed the little bits with epoxy (colored black with some laser printer toner) and put that stuff in the engraved lettering, sanded them down (which exposes the turquoise) and put some tung oil on them. They look

Re: [MBZ] Hey look what I did

2008-02-07 Thread E M
I think your first project should be to put a TCB logo on the benz ashtray. hee hee. Do it for the King. ;-) Ed 300E On 07/02/2008, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I did some name plates and some other things, and crushed up some turquoise and mixed the little bits with epoxy (colored

Re: [MBZ] mercedes related!!

2008-02-07 Thread E M
Guess you could always swap the front and back ones around to see if it helps. You use the front doors much more than the back anyway. Ed 300E On 07/02/2008, Fmiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I know it seem a bit odd that the moving parts are fine and the lump of steel is worn out - but

Re: [MBZ] Fw: See-through Tires

2008-02-07 Thread E M
Now that really is something different. Just think, no more bent rims due to potholes in the winter. Great heat dissipation, no worries about blow outs due to under inflation. And forget about trying to find a working air hose at the service station! :-) Ed 300E On 06/02/2008, wilton

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread andrew strasfogel
I just found out that EuroMotorcars in Germantown, MD stocks them and has several on the lot. Apparently people have been pre-ordering and then declining to take them after they see the cars. No diesels yet and not likely anytime soon, which is a shame. I wonder why the fuel economy is less

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread John Freer
Somehow you would need to convert this comparison to cost per gallon to factor in that only the Smart requires premium fuel. Somehow I think the Smart would end up at the bottom. On 2/7/08, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: andrew strasfogel wrote: 2) what comparably priced cars get

Re: [MBZ] 190D 2.5 turbo

2008-02-07 Thread Frederick W Moir
Hi, Kaleb et al. 190DT 87, have 2, one bent and one responding to tlc. My experience is probably not too typical, I drive either half asleep or too aggressively and this is aided and abetted by a car that corners as if on rails. Goes fast for a 4 door and gets 31/32 mpg on diesel! (besotted I

Re: [MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque

2008-02-07 Thread Luther
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Re: [MBZ] Smart ForTwo

2008-02-07 Thread E M
yeah, you're going to have to wait for the release of the SEL version of the Smart. ;-) Ed 300E On 07/02/2008, Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: but rather to stick it on the roof so all can see. Smart will sell you a dandy little roof rack system to do that too Our tandem bike is

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread E M
Yeah, there's been a lot of talk about pricing in Canada, especially now that our dollars are pretty much on par. There have been several articles in publications, asking why we pay more here, and no one can seem to offer a good reason, other than we put up with it, so want not. I've read

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread John Freer
To add insult to injury, that 3 cylinder Mitsu gas engine is tuned to burn premium fuelwhat were they thinking? On 2/7/08, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: They are a real fashion thing here, but if you're mostly after good fuel economy, there are cars built as well, that are larger, cheaper

Re: [MBZ] Smart ForTwo

2008-02-07 Thread Kevin Kraly
but rather to stick it on the roof so all can see. Smart will sell you a dandy little roof rack system to do that too Our tandem bike is about 100 long, and it would sure look funny up there being almost as long as the Smart! hahahahahaa! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] OT old Chevettes

2008-02-07 Thread E M
I remember the weak bits being the brakes and exhaust. Mine was subjected to lots of stop and go city driving, which isn't the best for either part. But the engine and tranny would just go forever with nothing more than oil changes once in awhile. GM worked very hard to remind you how little you

[MBZ] It's a plot

2008-02-07 Thread Bill Ringgold
I think my car is getting concerned that I hire out about all maintenance these days, and wants me to get my hands dirty. The other possibility is that as it turned over 299k miles it started getting vain about hitting the big 30[0] and put a stop to it. For whatever reason, when I got in

Re: [MBZ] 190D 2.5 turbo

2008-02-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Feb 7, 2008 10:05 AM, Frederick W Moir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My experience is probably not too typical, I drive either half asleep or too aggressively We must have been separated at birth! I'm afraid that describes my driving perfectly. Must be why I can never get better than 27 mpg out

Re: [MBZ] Smart ForTwo

2008-02-07 Thread E M
We have tonnes of them running around town here. Lots of guys in them too. You just know, these same guys were driving bugs with tweed jackets 35 years ago. they're just fashion things here for the most part, many share garage space with Land Rovers and big German sedans. Just as it was common

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-07 Thread John M McIntosh
On Feb 7, 2008, at 10:57 AM, E M wrote: I'm in Canada. Toyota offer cars almost as good economy, but more space and just more car in general. While advertised starting at 12, I've never seen one for that. Used they sell for more here. Ed 300E Ah, well pricing in canada was much

Re: [MBZ] OT: auto-darkening welding masks

2008-02-07 Thread dave walton
That's similar to what I use. The solar cell directly powers the darkening feature from the light of the arc. Otherwise you need batteries and a light sensor. They work well. They are never totally transparent so you do need light to see through them when not in dark-mode. Working outside in

[MBZ] 190D 2.5 turbo

2008-02-07 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Anybody got one of these? Is it fun? What kind of mileage? What kind of get up and go? If one was to turn up reasonable, I might buy one maybe. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL,

Re: [MBZ] 190D 2.5 turbo

2008-02-07 Thread Mitch Haley
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Anybody got one of these? Is it fun? What kind of mileage? What kind of get up and go? If one was to turn up reasonable, I might buy one maybe. I've never driven mine faster than walking pace, but from what I recall, they are supposed to accelerate to 100kph like

Re: [MBZ] Smart ForTwo

2008-02-07 Thread R A Bennell
They seem to appeal to women. My wife thinks they are cool and wants one too. I'm not convinced. Seems a bit useless to me with no back seat and not much room to haul anything either. Cute, but I am not really a small car fan. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[MBZ] Camshaft Appearance

2008-02-07 Thread Zoltan Finks
Okay, here's one of my famous different questions. Bear with me: On our 190D 2.5, I was looking into the oil filler hole in the valve cover. As I looked at the lobe of the camshaft that I could most easily see, I noticed that I could see marks on it from wear. They were sort of black marks - or

Re: [MBZ] Camshaft Appearance

2008-02-07 Thread E M
Does that ticking come and go all the time, or just during the 5-8 sec startup? Ed 300E On 07/02/2008, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Okay, here's one of my famous different questions. Bear with me: On our 190D 2.5, I was looking into the oil filler hole in the valve cover. As I

Re: [MBZ] Camshaft Appearance

2008-02-07 Thread Peter Frederick
Camshaft lobes wear at the high point, typically producing flat spots. You will probably have to turn the engine by hand to see the top of the lobe well. Scratches or dark marks are not a problem so long as the surface is smooth. You often will see dark sludge on the back (low) side of

Re: [MBZ] Camshaft Appearance

2008-02-07 Thread John Robbins
Zoltan Finks wrote: Oh and there's that troublesome ticking that comes and goes every few seconds. Can't help you much on the other issues, but are you using synthetic oil? Also, if you haven't changed your thermostat... change it!!! With your engine running cool it is producing more soot,

Re: [MBZ] slow starter

2008-02-07 Thread jgiels
Just to let you know that I had a 87 300D that had a failure in the idler belt bearing that pretty much stopped the car. It happened at a signal light and when I tried to restart the car it appeared that the starter was slow. Had it towed home and replaced the starter only to have the same

Re: [MBZ] OT: Computers

2008-02-07 Thread Ed Booher
On Feb 7, 2008 2:48 PM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: (Note I'm not saying it can't be done on Windows, but I know from exp. that it takes a heck of a lot more work to get it happening than it should on modern hardware with a modern OS, and UNIX

Re: [MBZ] It's a plot

2008-02-07 Thread Mitch Haley
Bill Ringgold wrote: there was no glow plug light. That's the relay's way of telling you that the glow plugs don't all draw the same current. Last time it happened to me ('79 300SD) the plugs were good but the battery was weak. Put in a new group 49 and the light stayed on for the usual

[MBZ] Justice served

2008-02-07 Thread RELNGSON
On Dec. 1, Chicago lawyer Jay Grodner took offense at Semper Fi Marine Corps license plates on a black BMW. So the anti-war activist keyed the car. The car's owner, Marine Sgt. Michael McNulty, saw him do it and had him arrested.   The police wanted to charge Grodner with a misdemeanor. McNulty

Re: [MBZ] Camshaft Appearance

2008-02-07 Thread Zoltan Finks
Absolutely. The thermostat is top priority. I just need to make time to call Rusty and tell him all that I need to order. Oh, and I would like to start using Mobil 1 with our next change. For the most recent oil change, I used Rotella T just because I didn't know how long the previous batch of oil

Re: [MBZ] Camshaft Appearance

2008-02-07 Thread Zoltan Finks
The ticking comes and goes all the time. Maybe more before the engine is fully warmed up? But I think all the time. Those little O rings are on my list for Rusty. I don't think an oil change is required to install them? Brian On Feb 7, 2008 3:39 PM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does that

[MBZ] New cell phone

2008-02-07 Thread RELNGSON
Better than an iPhone! www.flixxy.com/sumsing-turbo-3000-cellphone.htm ** Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys/pictures/never-won-a-grammy?NCID=aolcmp00300025 48) ___

[MBZ] Linux fans rejoice

2008-02-07 Thread RELNGSON
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/02/05/us_army_linux_integration/ ** Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys/pictures/never-won-a-grammy?NCID=aolcmp0030002548) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Camshaft Appearance

2008-02-07 Thread Peter Frederick
You can pull the bolt (if it comes out) or the cover any time the engine is not operating. Change your filter again after about 1000 miles on synthetic -- all the varnish and crap will come loose and clog the filter up pretty fast if it's been run on dino oil. Peter

Re: [MBZ] Linux fans rejoice

2008-02-07 Thread Wonko the Sane
If nothing else, the chances that the Linux-based vehicles will crash is substantially reduced. On Feb 7, 2008 7:05 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/02/05/us_army_linux_integration/ ** Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (

Re: [MBZ] Linux fans rejoice

2008-02-07 Thread Frederick W Moir
Alles. MacroCrap. Gives a whole new meaning to Blue Screen of Death. I hope and pray that all vehicles Don't use it. Fred Moir Lynn MA Dieselitis Maximus. At 08:56 PM 2/7/2008, you wrote: If nothing else, the chances that the Linux-based vehicles will crash is substantially reduced.

Re: [MBZ] Justice served

2008-02-07 Thread Mitch Haley
http://www.snopes.com/politics/military/keyedcar.asp Appears to be mostly true, except for the felony part. The lawyer claimed the witnesses were committing a hate crime by testifying against a jewish perpetrator. What a useless piece of Chicago style trash.

Re: [MBZ] Linux fans rejoice

2008-02-07 Thread Wonko the Sane
If you read the article closely (or even from a distance), the issue isn't that Linux works or doesn't, it is that they are having difficulty making Linux talk to existing Windows apps. Uh, I have an easy solution! On Feb 7, 2008 8:10 PM, Frederick W Moir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Alles.

Re: [MBZ] another addition

2008-02-07 Thread Wonko the Sane
The W123 pictured there is exactly how my 240D would look if someone gave it a swift kick in the nuts. On Feb 5, 2008 5:31 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 123, its on the front page of okiebenz.com -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ apt-get update apt-get upgrade The

Re: [MBZ] It's a plot

2008-02-07 Thread Bill Ringgold
So the plot thickens. The battery is new [within the year], not that that means a whole lot, but it would turn the crank easily. GP's are all new, but three have gone out in a few months and have been replaced. Relay is @$160, relay kit [including 4 bosch gp's] is $5 more. I'd have ordered

Re: [MBZ] Justice served

2008-02-07 Thread Mitch Haley
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Dec. 1, Chicago lawyer Jay Grodner took offense at Semper Fi Marine Corps license plates on a black BMW. So the anti-war activist keyed the car. The car's owner, Marine Sgt. Michael McNulty, saw him do it and had him arrested. Sounds like a hate crime to me.

Re: [MBZ] Linux fans rejoice

2008-02-07 Thread Gary Hurst
i once knew a guy who tried to run an elevator on linux with uncle, but that was back then On Feb 7, 2008 8:05 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/02/05/us_army_linux_integration/ ** Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (

Re: [MBZ] It's a plot

2008-02-07 Thread Mitch Haley
Bill Ringgold wrote: So the plot thickens. Low probability solution, but the cheapest one: Replace the light bulb. (does it blink on and go out, or does it never come on?) If the glow plugs get current, I wouldn't replace the relay, or anything else more expensive than a glow plug, I'd just

Re: [MBZ] Linux fans rejoice

2008-02-07 Thread Allan Streib
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/02/05/us_army_linux_integration/ Back in December it was being reported that the Army was integrating more Macs into its infrastructure... http://www.forbes.com/2007/12/20/apple-army-hackers-tech-security-cx_ag_1221army_print.html

Re: [MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque

2008-02-07 Thread MG
That's about 20ft/lb or close enough. Date: Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:02:41 -0600 From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain;

Re: [MBZ] It's a plot

2008-02-07 Thread Jim Cathey
GP's are all new, but three have gone out in a few months and have been replaced. I'm confused. The GP's are only a few months old and you've already lost three of them? (Are they Monarks? :-) It sounds like your GP relay might be powering the GP's when the engine is running, or you have

Re: [MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque

2008-02-07 Thread Mitch Haley
8.851 inch-lb to a newton-meter 0.7375 ft-lb to a newton-meter I just use 3/4, so 15 * 3/4 = 11, or a lot less than 20. MG wrote: That's about 20ft/lb or close enough. 15 Nm Luther ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] It's a plot

2008-02-07 Thread MG
Bill, Did the car start? It could be something as simple as the bulb in the dash or it could be the controller itself. Have you checked if there is power at the glow plugs and the dash light? I would check those things as a start. Also check if you get power at one or both poles of the fuse

Re: [MBZ] Justice served

2008-02-07 Thread Mitch Haley
Here's a Chicago Tribune article on the trial date. http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/opinion/chi-kass_bd_20jan20,1,2047849.story It seems the lawyer didn't realize that defendants in Chicago don't have the right to keep the judge waiting until the reporters give up and go home. (unless, of

Re: [MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque

2008-02-07 Thread Allan Streib
No it's more like 10 - 11. Allan MG [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: That's about 20ft/lb or close enough. Date: Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:02:41 -0600 From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com,

Re: [MBZ] New cell phone

2008-02-07 Thread andrew strasfogel
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Re: [MBZ] It's a plot

2008-02-07 Thread Bill Ringgold
Up until this morning I have had no problem with it. Everything was as it should be. I would turn the key, the glow plug light would come on, by the time I had my seat belt fastened it would fire right up. Dash light would stay on for about ten seconds, then off until the next start. This

Re: [MBZ] It's a plot

2008-02-07 Thread Bill Ringgold
Never noticed the light on while driving. The 'new' gp's are German, but not Bosch. I'm going to have them all replaced I think. They offered to swap them for a better brand... Spray pattern could be bad, though. Never noticed any hint of a problem with the ignition switch - nor do I want

Re: [MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque

2008-02-07 Thread Luther
BT, WRONG. It's 11 ft/lb. Luther On Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:01:13 -0600, MG [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's about 20ft/lb or close enough. Date: Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:02:41 -0600 From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] valve cover bolts tightening torque To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Hey look what I did

2008-02-07 Thread Loren Faeth
Nice At 05:56 PM 2/6/2008, you wrote: Someone posted a link to this back some time ago, I did magic on it and cut it on the CNC machine a little while ago. The logo is about 5 wide, 3.5 high on a scrap of maple plywood with a bit of light stain to bring out the cuts. I might have to make a

Re: [MBZ] Hate crime?

2008-02-07 Thread RELNGSON
Sounds like a hate crime to me. Don't those get enhanced punishment? When a lawyer is convicted of a felony, isn't he disbarred? RLE ** Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music.

Re: [MBZ] Hate crime?

2008-02-07 Thread E M
No, they're just forced to move to France. Ed 300E On 08/02/2008, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sounds like a hate crime to me. Don't those get enhanced punishment? When a lawyer is convicted of a felony, isn't he disbarred? RLE ** Biggest Grammy Award

[MBZ] W108 hydraulic compensator to spring swap - spring compressor needed?

2008-02-07 Thread David Bruckmann
Gang, I'm getting ready to swap out the hydraulic compensator for a spring on my W108. Wondering how tricky it will be to fit the spring. To those who have made this conversion: what sort of spring compressor did you use, and was it something you were able to find/rent easily? D.

[MBZ] A few car pix

2008-02-07 Thread RELNGSON
I'm trying SmugMug for posting a few car photos and I'm not sure I like it. http://RLE.smugmug.com/gallery/4300952/1/252095422 RLE ** Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys/pictures/never-won-a-grammy?NCID=aolcmp00300 02548)