Re: [MBZ] Bouncing speedometer needle
From memory the use of lubricants other than graphite powder is a no no, if you want to use a liquid perhaps ATF is the best. However I have never been able to figure out how a cable can produce a bouncing effect. Hendrik with lots of bouncing needles Craig McCluskey wrote: Our '82 240D/3.0 periodically has a bouncing speedometer needle. I've thought of pulling the instrument cluster and then pulling the center of the speedometer cable out and dousing it with Zoom-Spout Turbine Oil while I was re-inserting it. Is this an appropriate treatment? I have some white lithium grease around here (if I can ever find it!), too. Craig ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bouncing speedometer needle
Is this an appropriate treatment? I have some white lithium grease around here (if I can ever find it!), too. I've used Mobil 1 5W20. McParts sells a cable lube, but I was out (and thought I wasn't) once and used the lightest oil I had in a pinch. I figured a synthetic would not get sticky, and it did work and seemed to work well. It certainly reduced the bouncing. What I remember of the official lube was that it was a light oil. The cable core won't pull out, but you can feed it oil from the top end and it'll work its way in. However I have never been able to figure out how a cable can produce a bouncing effect. The cable core is wound like a spring, and once it starts getting a bit sticky (especially at the top) it'll wind up a bit and then jerk loose, ad infinitum. (Or at least until it breaks.) -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 climate control head unit diagnosis
There's a 40-pin processor in there, I don't know which one. But the diagnostic output on X2-1 will do a blink code at you if you hook a voltmeter (logic probe) to it. According to my notes it's a Motorola chip which, given the era, probably makes it a 68705 (or possibly 68HC11) family member. Hmph. I don't have the FSM handy, but I could've sworn it was only the '90s 124s that had the diagnostic capability. Wasn't it one of the Dons who freaked out when the recirc light in his 2.5 started blinking at him? As you said, at some point along the line somebody had the bright idea to hook the blink code output to the recirculation light so you didn't have to take the console apart in order to see what its own diagnostics thought, but the output existed before they thought to do that. (I think at some point they ran it to a diagnostic connector somewhere, but not always.) I know it works, because they've blinked at me on the bench. (No sensors hooked up, they're a little cranky about that.) I don't have a secret decoder ring, though. -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Rack and Pinion Issues
I'm going to call Bud today. Probably should figure it out before I start for Illinois next week. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 7:47 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rack and Pinion Issues Robert Rentfro wrote: Oh yasorry. It just said that there were rack and pinion issues with some '05 E320s and to check with the dealer. Dealer basically told me to take a hike. You talked with Bud? Maybe he knows about it and can give you a recall number or something... You might want to check out this thread and maybe PM konigstiger. He seems to be someone on the inside. http://mbworld.org/forums/showthread.php?s=4080d06d3c85818acbf7809b77894d9b; t=145960 John ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Wife's Bud's '85 380SL For Sale...Still
Knock isn't the problem anyway is it? Don't you run premium to prevent preignition (ping)? I was talking to a guy last week who drove some kind of tweaked out BMW that required premium. He was telling me that once he'd put in mid by mistake and got exactly 1 mile down the road before it started pinging like crazy at greater than 2000 rpm. He slowly limped it to an autoparts store and fed it a couple bottles of octane boost. He bought more bottles and took off. He said it took like 4 bottles of whatever kind of booster he'd bought until the thing started acting normalish but it wasn't completely right until he ran a couple tanks of premium through. -Curt Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:26:53 -0700 From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Wife's Bud's '85 380SL For Sale...Still To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed The 380 was anemic - you need the 560. Mine's not all that bad. But it's no 560, either. Our 560's all claim to need premium, but I've never tried regular. I know for a fact that our 250C absolutely requires premium. When I got it I didn't know, but it pinged like a SOB, even on mid-grade. The knock sensors in the 80's were not as sophisticated as they are now. Perhaps not. But the 560 SL doesn't have any knock sensor. -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] always on blower motor 1981 300SD
Make sure theres no paper in there, or anything else that could make some annoying little noise! ;) Seriously, if its a thing in there, do you have maple trees? We had a lot of the little helocopters this year, they get into everything... -Curt --- On Tue, 7/1/08, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [MBZ] always on blower motor 1981 300SD To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2008, 7:09 PM Good advice. Anything else to check while he is in there? BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 5:57 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List'; Bill R Subject: Re: [MBZ] always on blower motor 1981 300SD Either way it wouldn't be a bad time to have the bearing lubed. Shouldn't be a big job for a competant indy... --- On Tue, 7/1/08, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [MBZ] always on blower motor 1981 300SD To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2008, 5:34 PM From the sound I'll hold out for paper [or something else] for a bit longer. I started out thinking bearing, but the sound just isn't right for that [I don't think]. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 4:54 PM To: Diesel List Subject: Re: [MBZ] always on blower motor 1981 300SD I'd think it more likely the fan is in trouble, or rather a bearing in the fan is in trouble. My 190D had exactly the same sort of thing. I took the cover off the fan (which also requires removing the windshield wiper and some other covers) and dripped some ATF onto the shafts (theres a fan on each end of the motor) and ran it for awhile. Then dripped in more ATF. Its been nearly 2 years like that now with no reoccurance. -Curt Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 16:41:42 -0400 From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] always on blower motor 1981 300SD To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain;charset=us-ascii A couple of months ago the 'always on' blower started chirping - sounds like a piece of paper got in there. It stopped for a few weeks, with just occasional chirps, but has now returned pretty much full time. It sometimes stops on turns, but the controllable fan doesn't affect it [a tiny bit sometimes]. Is this something a rank amateur can get into to get out whatever the fan is hitting? Any way to snake a wire claw into the vents to get at it that way? Thanks - BillR ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Catheyesque repair of the day
Ooo ooo I've got one too. The mowing deck on my old Cub Cadet is timed, that is the sweeps of the blades overlap so they have to be timed to no do that. One of the pulleys is worn and the hole is slightly egg shaped so the shaft can wobble slightly in it. The key also wobbles just slightly in the keyway. Its only maybe 1/32 but its enough to make the blade tips touch. I took some JB Weld and glued the key into the keyway and made the hole a bit smalller. It took some fitting with a file and some sandpaper but now everything fits tightly again. I was concerned about strength but I mowed the lawn and everything was fine. Its not ShoeGoo but not bad... -Curt Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 18:47:12 -0700 From: Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] OT Catheyesque repair of the day To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original No Mercedes content here as it involves my radio-controlled boat. My driveshaft coupler set screw hole had worn-out threads which caused it to keep backing out of the hole losing contact with the shaft. Luckily, I noticed it during normal servicing/lubrication, not on the lake! I decided to purchase a replacement and be done with it. The replacement was larger than the original, no go! So, I asked myself, What would Jim Cathey do? I wanted to have the boat ready for the water, and ordering the proper replacement along with the wait time was going to take a while. I discovered that the incorrect replacement had set screw holes in both sides, and the old one didn't! a couple seconds later, thanks to a 1/8 drill bit, I had the old one ready to put back in service! The new hole accepted the set screw and it threaded in tightly! It stayed in during a 5 minute test run around the pool! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300sD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 9/11 inside job? [was: GWB]
Gary wrote we will always have guns :) You're right about that! ;-) Let's hope tweedle-dee and tweedle-dum don't try to come up with a way to take them away from us - Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 11:45 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 9/11 inside job? [was: GWB] larry, as much as we might disagree about the president, we will always have guns :) On Mon, Jun 30, 2008 at 11:26 PM, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: and the govt refused to allow pilots a $500 handgun. Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 7:29 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 9/11 inside job? [was: GWB] Thanks Royce. As one mother of a trader killed in the North Tower said my son died because American Airlines thought a $1500 armored door was too expensive. Peter ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bouncing speedometer needle
I've been warned against putting a liquid such as oil or the other stuff you mention - was told the fluid can be forced into the speedo head and fluid will be splashed inside the speedo - I believe the bouncing is thought to be caused by a sticking speedo cable - if turns smoothly then sticks causing the speedo needle to slow then release suddenly. Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 1:35 AM Subject: [MBZ] Bouncing speedometer needle Our '82 240D/3.0 periodically has a bouncing speedometer needle. I've thought of pulling the instrument cluster and then pulling the center of the speedometer cable out and dousing it with Zoom-Spout Turbine Oil while I was re-inserting it. Is this an appropriate treatment? I have some white lithium grease around here (if I can ever find it!), too. Craig ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bouncing speedometer needle
I've been warned against putting a liquid such as oil or the other stuff you mention - was told the fluid can be forced into the speedo head and fluid will be splashed inside the speedo - That's pretty much impossible, which you can see if you've taken one of these apart. You certainly don't want to overdo it, of course. -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 87 300D antenna grommet
I changed the 2 part grommet on my 91 a few days ago - the low piece goes onto the antenna after it is removed from the fender, then the antenna is inserted and the upper piece of grmmet can be installed. I used silicon and everything slid on easily - getting the grommet to snap into place went pretty easy. The upper piece is pushed down onto the lower piece until the 2 snap together. Good luck - Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 8:54 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 87 300D antenna grommet Same is true on a 123-my 124 looks the same but have not taken it apart. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI-Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 8:45 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 87 300D antenna grommet Does one hafta RR the antenna and the extension mechanism to RR the antenna fender grommet on an '87 300D? No direct experience, but in everything else (126, 107, 201) you have to pull the antenna mechanism down into the trunk to change the grommet. -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Catheyesque repair of the day
I took some JB Weld and glued the key into the keyway and made the hole a bit smalller. It took some fitting with a file and some sandpaper but now everything fits tightly again. I was concerned about strength but I mowed the lawn and everything was fine. It's not ShoeGoo but not bad... JB Weld was my favorite glue, and still is the glue of choice for many applications, but I find that more of what I tackle that's broken is amenable to Shoe Goo instead. It comes down to 'grip' and flexibility. Shoe Goo wins for those, but it's nowhere near as strong as JB Weld, either. Of course, molten metal (weld weld) is my favorite 'glue'! -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 87 MBZ 300 D Turbo Excessive Negative Camber
Great explanation Peter, - Do you know if the '91 300D is the same? My 91 300D sits a little lower on one side, perhaps 1/2 or so - when the weather cools a little I'll check things out -- Thx - Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 30, 2008 7:09 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 87 MBZ 300 D Turbo Excessive Negative Camber Have you looked at the subframe bushings? There are four, two front and two rear. There should be a half and inch or more space between subframe and body -- if not, likely the mounts are bad. I'm going to use the ones I intended for the old car for the new one this fall when I get the cash to do all the links. Bad mounts may allow the subframe to rotate along the axle centerline, making it look like there is too much camber. It the mounts are good, all that's left is sagging springs. Peter ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bouncing speedometer needle
On Wed, 2 Jul 2008 06:30:10 -0700 Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've been warned against putting a liquid such as oil or the other stuff you mention - was told the fluid can be forced into the speedo head and fluid will be splashed inside the speedo - That's pretty much impossible, which you can see if you've taken one of these apart. You certainly don't want to overdo it, of course. So maybe, following Hendrik's suggestion, some Mobil 1 ATF? (I do have some of that.) Craig ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 92 300TE
I've got a car you can buy for $500 Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: you should be honored for me to buy your car for $500 David Hemsley wrote: Thanks but NO Thanks:) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:18:58 -0400 Subject: Re: [MBZ] 92 300TE Otherwise, you MAY be able to get Kaleb to give you his standard $500 for it. 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT cummins questions
There's a Banned response in here somewhere Luther Jim Cathey wrote: well crap, i thought the manny tranny behind the dodge was good, but the auto was crap, are you saying they are both crap? Their trannies are/were their weak point, at least until fairly recently. Something about the pounding they take behind the Cummins! -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bouncing speedometer needle
So maybe, following Hendrik's suggestion, some Mobil 1 ATF? (I do have some of that.) Maybe. I seem to recall that ATF is about 20-weight, and I've used it before, but I picked up a quart of M1 5W20 to use on light oiling jobs. All I remember is that the tube of cable lube I used before seemed pretty thin, like it was half kerosene. -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] GWB
Sometime on 9-11-2001, Pres Bush was 70 miles from me and some 20 floors under ground/concrete at Offutt Air Force Base near Omaha, NE. This caused several friends to panic and think we'd be under attack very soon. It's a shame they didn't get him too Luther Gary Hurst wrote: that nation is under attack. no effort is made to either protect the president nor to stop the attackers. the lack of reaction is beyond belief. my government cannot respond to attack in only a mere hour or so?? say it is a fix that isn't going as smoothly as planned and weigh bush's confusion in that light. now he makes sense. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
Agree completely - we send way too much of our tax dollars to questionable locations to be used for questionable projects - and usually most of the money ends up in the pockets of evil people. With the exception of Israel, we could stop sending those billionS you mention and little would happen. I'd like to know what all those billions spent have accomplished? They certainly don't buy good will. Of course, IMNSHO, all that animosity is caused by jealousy. Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 11:54 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] GWB Mac wrote: How can a nation turn on a president because he got a hummer in a closet... then RE-ELECT another pres who has dragged them into a needless and ugly war? No one outside the U.S. understands this disconnect. I am not trying to be rude, but you need to know this is the way it is. I don't agree that the war in Iraq was needless. I do agree that it is ugly. ALL war is ugly. ALL war is awful. ALL loss of life in a war is a catastrophic loss to the world. I don't have the guts to tell the people of Iraq, that the MILLIONS of people of that Saddam slaughtered didn't mean anything. I don't have the stomach to say that the loss of 4,000 american lives was too high a cost to save Millions of Iraqis from the worst dictator since Stalin and Pol Pot. Saddam was hung by his own people, for crimes he committed against the Iraqis. I am proud that American soldiers put their lives in danger and gave the ultimate sacrifice to help Iraq try to choose their own course. I am VERY proud that the people of Iraq got to vote for their leaders for the first time in decades. I am not trying to be rude, either. However I don't know what country you are from, but I will say this. All of these commentators from other countries who say that America is the now one of the most hated countries in the world, and all of the protestors in other countries chanting death to America ought to stop and think about what would happen if the US complied with their wishes for complete self determination. What would happen if the US stopped the BILLIONS of dollars in foreign aid, what would happen if the US decided it would stop forgiving interest payments on outstanding loans. What would happen if the US told these countries that beg for help from the US, that we are tired of being vilified in your press and then also asked for help. These countries that scream insults about the US and chant death to America are like a teenager who screams I hate you, Dad! Why don't you just leave me alone. Then the child goes up to their room which is provided by dad and plays their Ipod paid for by dad and then drives the car bought by dad and just wants to be left alone. The USA will never do this, but I sure wish we would agree to their demands and just leave these other countries alone and leave them to their devices. You don't want our help, okay. Donald H. Snook ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
LarryT wrote: Of course, IMNSHO, all that animosity is caused by jealousy. So all the meddling we've done in the middle east doesn't bother them a bit? John ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] GWB
I thought ya'll said he was talking to children somewhere? You found fault that he was talking to kids and not under protection - now you say he was 20 floors under ground - was that where the school kids were? Which are you hating him for - being protected or not being protected? Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 10:10 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] GWB Sometime on 9-11-2001, Pres Bush was 70 miles from me and some 20 floors under ground/concrete at Offutt Air Force Base near Omaha, NE. This caused several friends to panic and think we'd be under attack very soon. It's a shame they didn't get him too Luther Gary Hurst wrote: that nation is under attack. no effort is made to either protect the president nor to stop the attackers. the lack of reaction is beyond belief. my government cannot respond to attack in only a mere hour or so?? say it is a fix that isn't going as smoothly as planned and weigh bush's confusion in that light. now he makes sense. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] GWB, etc.
you wrote (and keep claiming) we are Rather than clubbing them and stealing their oil? When have we ever stole their oil? before 73 we got it pretty cheap - but we did all the work, exploration, construction, etc - and we still paid them for the oil - it wasn;t $140/barrel but we never got it for free - which stealing would indicate. Even the money produced by the oil while we are in Iran is going back into the iranian general fund. I get the feeling you;ve been told things but never given it much thought - Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 11:43 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] GWB, etc. 7. If nothing is done with Social Security, it will be Bankrupt by 2015. This is pork, what has GW done on this? NOTHING but crow about how the Democrats can't fix it. 9. THE largest increase in government spending ever. The Era of big government just got its Messiah. If this is true isn't #7 fixed by it? I don't think its true though, if you add the Iraq war funding GW's era has to have the single biggest spending increase ever not sanctioned by an act of war. 11. Crazy liberal whackjobs like George Soros will become members of cabinet. As opposed to crazy conservative and religious whackjobs? 12. Relations with Isreal will plummet to new lows as BHO recognizes and meets with every political group in the middle east bent on Isreal's destruction. Rather than clubbing them and stealing their oil? 13. Iran will build its nuclear weapon and as pissed off as Isreal will be, the dialogue between the two will become increasingly bitter. So we'd be better off with GW's secret plans to bomb Iran or pay Israel to do it? Or should we just keep funding terrorist groups who just happen to operate in Iran? GW does that too, and maintains that there doesn't need to be any oversight of his clandestine operations. Obviously he's such a great guy he'd never do anything wrong. -Curt ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Catheyesque repair of the day
Yeah this thing really needed welding but it would have been very hard to grind the keyway back out... What it really needs is a new shaft and pulley. I've now fixed both of them. Its a 44 year old mowing deck, you just can't find quality... Back to welding on the 190D today. I got the driver's side jack point all cut out and cleaned up and the first piece of metal cut to fit. I'm getting faster at the prep work. It'd be nice to see my welding improve... -Curt --- On Wed, 7/2/08, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Catheyesque repair of the day To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2008, 9:32 AM I took some JB Weld and glued the key into the keyway and made the hole a bit smalller. It took some fitting with a file and some sandpaper but now everything fits tightly again. I was concerned about strength but I mowed the lawn and everything was fine. It's not ShoeGoo but not bad... JB Weld was my favorite glue, and still is the glue of choice for many applications, but I find that more of what I tackle that's broken is amenable to Shoe Goo instead. It comes down to 'grip' and flexibility. Shoe Goo wins for those, but it's nowhere near as strong as JB Weld, either. Of course, molten metal (weld weld) is my favorite 'glue'! -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
Of course, IMNSHO, all that animosity is caused by jealousy. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA, That is my all-time favourite US linethanks for the laugh. You'd do better to think more along the lines of foreign policy, NOT jealousy! Zedic ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
Actually, we meddle everywhere. I guess we should cut off all foreign aid just let people starve? Or maybe we should have not offered foreign aide in the first place and let millions of people starve every year? Sure, shipments get hijacked and food gets misappropriated but enough gets through to make a huge difference. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 9:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid LarryT wrote: Of course, IMNSHO, all that animosity is caused by jealousy. So all the meddling we've done in the middle east doesn't bother them a bit? John ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
Tom Hargrave wrote: I guess we should cut off all foreign aid just let people starve? I wasn't talking about foreign aid... more of out trying to influence and control the politics of the region. John ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
Israel should stop getting aid! They received 2.4 BILLION in 08 Most of that money is then spent back with *our* arms manufacturers. So basically your hard earned tax money is going straight into the pockets of the military industrial complex and our country doesn't even get the goods. What a scam. Don't they have their own money? Didn't we invade Iraq so that we wouldn't have to rely on Israel who routinely breaks with the Geneva convention and has time and time again committed atrocities? -Rolf LarryT wrote: Agree completely - we send way too much of our tax dollars to questionable locations to be used for questionable projects - and usually most of the money ends up in the pockets of evil people. With the exception of Israel, we could stop sending those billionS you mention and little would happen. I'd like to know what all those billions spent have accomplished? They certainly don't buy good will. Of course, IMNSHO, all that animosity is caused by jealousy. Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 11:54 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] GWB Mac wrote: How can a nation turn on a president because he got a hummer in a closet... then RE-ELECT another pres who has dragged them into a needless and ugly war? No one outside the U.S. understands this disconnect. I am not trying to be rude, but you need to know this is the way it is. I don't agree that the war in Iraq was needless. I do agree that it is ugly. ALL war is ugly. ALL war is awful. ALL loss of life in a war is a catastrophic loss to the world. I don't have the guts to tell the people of Iraq, that the MILLIONS of people of that Saddam slaughtered didn't mean anything. I don't have the stomach to say that the loss of 4,000 american lives was too high a cost to save Millions of Iraqis from the worst dictator since Stalin and Pol Pot. Saddam was hung by his own people, for crimes he committed against the Iraqis. I am proud that American soldiers put their lives in danger and gave the ultimate sacrifice to help Iraq try to choose their own course. I am VERY proud that the people of Iraq got to vote for their leaders for the first time in decades. I am not trying to be rude, either. However I don't know what country you are from, but I will say this. All of these commentators from other countries who say that America is the now one of the most hated countries in the world, and all of the protestors in other countries chanting death to America ought to stop and think about what would happen if the US complied with their wishes for complete self determination. What would happen if the US stopped the BILLIONS of dollars in foreign aid, what would happen if the US decided it would stop forgiving interest payments on outstanding loans. What would happen if the US told these countries that beg for help from the US, that we are tired of being vilified in your press and then also asked for help. These countries that scream insults about the US and chant death to America are like a teenager who screams I hate you, Dad! Why don't you just leave me alone. Then the child goes up to their room which is provided by dad and plays their Ipod paid for by dad and then drives the car bought by dad and just wants to be left alone. The USA will never do this, but I sure wish we would agree to their demands and just leave these other countries alone and leave them to their devices. You don't want our help, okay. Donald H. Snook ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] GWB
no effort made at all to protect until after the attack. then the show. On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 10:27 AM, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I thought ya'll said he was talking to children somewhere? You found fault that he was talking to kids and not under protection - now you say he was 20 floors under ground - was that where the school kids were? Which are you hating him for - being protected or not being protected? Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 10:10 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] GWB Sometime on 9-11-2001, Pres Bush was 70 miles from me and some 20 floors under ground/concrete at Offutt Air Force Base near Omaha, NE. This caused several friends to panic and think we'd be under attack very soon. It's a shame they didn't get him too Luther Gary Hurst wrote: that nation is under attack. no effort is made to either protect the president nor to stop the attackers. the lack of reaction is beyond belief. my government cannot respond to attack in only a mere hour or so?? say it is a fix that isn't going as smoothly as planned and weigh bush's confusion in that light. now he makes sense. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 climate control head unit diagnosis
On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 5:20 AM, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As you said, at some point along the line somebody had the bright idea to hook the blink code output to the recirculation light so you didn't have to take the console apart in order to see what its own diagnostics thought, but the output existed before they thought to do that. (I think at some point they ran it to a diagnostic connector somewhere, but not always.) I know it works, because they've blinked at me on the bench. (No sensors hooked up, they're a little cranky about that.) I don't have a secret decoder ring, though. Well looky what I found: http://www.motodok.com/Documentation/Files/mb-dtc-manual-98-00.pdf See, in particular, pages 73-74 for 201, 124, and 126 info. (140 and 129 stuff is in there as well.) Alex -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Grrr
About half way through the repair on the passenger side of the car and I run out of wire... Typical. I've got another spool but its uncoated and I don't have any gas. So now I've got to: A. Reconnect the battery (I always disconnect the battery when welding, just in case), get the car off the ramps and drive to the hardware store. 2. Figure out what the heck kind of wire I actually need... I've had the welder a year and this is my first roll... -Curt ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 climate control head unit diagnosis
http://www.motodok.com/Documentation/Files/mb-dtc-manual-98-00.pdf Well, there's the codes. Now you just need to know how to get them without the special test tool. -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT Ford Question
I encountered trouble with my 02 F150 this weekend. It runs fine on flat ground but shudders when I increase the fuel on hills. I initially wondered if it was a transmission issue as I had just changed out the filter and AT fluid but I now think it is just a fuel issue. I got a service engine soon light on the dash but I may have done myself a disservice by cleaning the battery posts as that has now been re-set I guess since it is not coming on. I have a scan tool but have not tried it yet. I was on my way to the lake on Sunday and was 100 miles from home when this appeared out of the blue. I continued on the rest of the way - another 80 miles or so - and then came back on Tuesday. It acted the same - never got any worse - was just unhappy climbing hills. I ran the last 100 miles at normal speeds of 65-70 mph without any real issues. It just did not like climbing the hills closer to the lake. If speeds dropped to 50 mph I had some difficulty climbing back to 60 mph. Anyone encounter this sort of thing? My brother-in-law, the mechanic suggests it may be an oxygen sensor but says get the scan tool on it and see what it says. Good advice I guess. I initially wondered if it might be as simple as a fuel filter plugging up. Also wonder if it might be time to change spark plugs. It has 110K miles or so. Had about 92K miles when I got it. I have yet to change plugs. No idea if PO ever did. Starts fine. Misses a little at idle when cold. Didn't seem to be missing when I got home and it was hot. I sat in the truck with the motor running for a couple of minutes while I gathered stuff and it was smooth enough that I looked at the tach to see if it was running. Randy ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
Yeah, I suppose so, but I better not have car trouble at night and try to get help at someone's home either. They might have to protect themselves or their country if I knock on the door, right? Unfortunately, my opinion of the abilities of average people is not very high. I base that on the dumb things that I see people do in traffic as well as other silly things that I read in the paper etc. Unfortunately, in the USA those folks probably qualify to have guns. Stupid people are dangerous. Stupid people with guns are even worse. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Friday, June 27, 2008 3:36 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights R A Bennell wrote: Hey Larry, I hope you are never shot by a citizen who believes that he or she is defending him or herself or his or her country. Around here, you're more likely to be shot by a law enforcement officer who thinks he's protecting his own ass. I've got a suggestion to you, don't come to USA, break into somebody house and threaten them, and they won't shoot you. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
We had massive flooding here in 1997 and to the best of my knowledge there was no looting or shooting. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Redghost Sent: Friday, June 27, 2008 4:06 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights I disagree about just how close to chaos we find ourselves. This thin veneer of civilization will be swept away quicker than any of us suspects and those armed and willing to protect will be in the best position to prosper. The midwest flooding, as well as Katrina could well have been far worse had there not been a fully functional society able to send in assistance. With rising fuel and food costs, we will be strapped to respond to future disasters. And other nations will be in much the same limited position to respond, resulting in our great nation becoming a second world country for lack of infrastructure. At this point, it will be good to have an option to protect oneself when police no longer are willing or able to respond.I would much prefer to quickly resolve violence against my family or person with something more stout than a garden rake. clay On 27 Jun 2008, at 14:33, R A Bennell wrote: Hey Larry, I hope you are never shot by a citizen who believes that he or she is defending him or herself or his or her country. I suggest that the times now are a whole lot different than they were when the constitution was written and most folks in your fine country would now be a whole lot better off is they did not need to worry about the number of hand guns out there. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Friday, June 27, 2008 2:59 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights The upsetting thing is this should have been a 9-0 decision. Instead we have a politically driven decision along party lines. If they had done the research of looking to see what the forefathers had *intended* there should have been no question about an individual right. They made no secret of what their opinions were - they wanted all peole to have access to guns to defend themselves and their country. The SCOTUS no longer analyzes the Constitution and determines Constitutionality - they vote along party lines -- But I guess this is nothing new - Is it? When did they lose their objectivity? Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 26, 2008 10:51 AM Subject: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights http://www.supremecourtus.gov/opinions/07pdf/07-290.pdf It's a long decision (157 pages) The Court held (among other things) that 1. The Second Amendment protects an individuals right to possess a firearm unconnected to service in a militia 2. Like most rights, the right to bear arms is not unlimited 3. The handgun ban and the trigger lock requirement violate the second Amendment i.e. D.C.'s total ban on handguns in the home, violates the Second Amendment. Donald H. Snook ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
He, like all of the others, will say whatever he thinks will get him elected. Little or no likelyhood of his telling anyone what he really thinks or believes at this point in time. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of OK Don Sent: Friday, June 27, 2008 6:23 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights Obama stated support for the ruling today - confirmed his belief that we have the right to individually own arms. On Fri, Jun 27, 2008 at 5:41 PM, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: i hate to enter into the obama bashing, but from what i understand he is very much in favor of the idea that only criminals and police should have guns. i don't like voting and can't see voting the party of bush, but this supreme court situation might just call for me to vote for mccain. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D (Rattled), '92 300D (Saber), ' '81 240D (Gramps), '97 Ply Grand Voyager (Vincent van-go) ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] any gas to diesel engine swap ideas for '92 Dodge 350 van (1 ton)?
As you can see from my sig, I have a 1992 Dodge 250 Ram Wagon (16 passenger van). My wife took it to WI yesterday and was thrilled to get 12-13 mpg. Yipee. What are my options, if any, on swapping the 5.9 liter gas engine out for a diesel engine?...preferably a Cummins, but ease of swap is also a consideration. Thanks! Chris Bünter u. Bügel Diesel Sales Service -1985 300SD, 379K km, Wulf -1992 350 Ram Wagon, 1 Ton, 60K mi, Der Abschleppwagen -'75 240D, '80 300SD, '82 300Dt, '83 240D, '84 300Dt '85 300Dt ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] any gas to diesel engine swap ideas for '92 Dodge 350 van (1 ton)?
Christopher McCann wrote: What are my options, if any, on swapping the 5.9 liter gas engine out for a diesel engine?...preferably a Cummins, but ease of swap is also a consideration. Mercedes Sprinter? No clue about swapping in the Cummins... John ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Wow
You have been a prolific bunch over the past few days. I have been away from the computer since Friday and may never get to read all of the posts since then. Randy ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] any gas to diesel engine swap ideas for '92 Dodge 350 van (1 ton)?
can't afford a Sprinter. The MB 100 9 seater looks awesome, but I only see them on ebay.de, unfortunately. Chris John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Christopher McCann wrote: What are my options, if any, on swapping the 5.9 liter gas engine out for a diesel engine?...preferably a Cummins, but ease of swap is also a consideration. Mercedes Sprinter? No clue about swapping in the Cummins... John ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] GWB, etc.
Ummm, go back the CIA meddling in Iran in the 50s. Then note how the British mucked about there before that. Yes the western world paid for all the extraction of the oil but the Iranians were paid an insultingly paltry sum for the material. We (the western world, the British get a good piece of the blame) were stealing their oil. I'm also given to understand that some of Carter's meddling pretty much marched the Soviets into Afghanistan. We supported the Mujahadin (sp) which of course mutated into the Taliban and we can see how well that worked out for us. Don't forget our building Saddam in Iraq... Face it, we meddle in the Middle East and bad things happen to us. Look if I poke a hornet's nest the hornets come out and sting me. Why does it surprise us when this happens in the Middle East? Why do we keep poking that stupid hornets nest? Why do we think that for some crazy reason we'll do better this time? People have been fighting and dying over that godforsaken area for thousands of years. -Curt Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 10:34:43 -0400 From: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] GWB, etc. To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original you wrote (and keep claiming) we are Rather than clubbing them and stealing their oil? When have we ever stole their oil? before 73 we got it pretty cheap - but we did all the work, exploration, construction, etc - and we still paid them for the oil - it wasn;t $140/barrel but we never got it for free - which stealing would indicate. Even the money produced by the oil while we are in Iran is going back into the iranian general fund. I get the feeling you;ve been told things but never given it much thought - Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
Heres one I don't understand. How can we toe the line and accept that Taiwan is a Renegade Province of China but yet sell them weapons? If we're selling weapons to Taiwan how can we give China Most Favored Nation trade status? Massive paradox. Our ability to look the other way when stuff doesn't make sense astounds me. Of course I know the answer to this conundrum, greed. -Curt Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 09:44:18 -0500 From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=windows-1250 Actually, we meddle everywhere. I guess we should cut off all foreign aid just let people starve? Or maybe we should have not offered foreign aide in the first place and let millions of people starve every year? Sure, shipments get hijacked and food gets misappropriated but enough gets through to make a huge difference. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Wife's Bud's '85 380SL For Sale...Still
no doubt there are cars that need it. The 103 really does need it. 116/117 does not. I imagine the reason they said to use it was for some sort of emissions thing or something. Curt Raymond wrote: Knock isn't the problem anyway is it? Don't you run premium to prevent preignition (ping)? I was talking to a guy last week who drove some kind of tweaked out BMW that required premium. He was telling me that once he'd put in mid by mistake and got exactly 1 mile down the road before it started pinging like crazy at greater than 2000 rpm. He slowly limped it to an autoparts store and fed it a couple bottles of octane boost. He bought more bottles and took off. He said it took like 4 bottles of whatever kind of booster he'd bought until the thing started acting normalish but it wasn't completely right until he ran a couple tanks of premium through. -Curt Date: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 21:26:53 -0700 From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Wife's Bud's '85 380SL For Sale...Still To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed The 380 was anemic - you need the 560. Mine's not all that bad. But it's no 560, either. Our 560's all claim to need premium, but I've never tried regular. I know for a fact that our 250C absolutely requires premium. When I got it I didn't know, but it pinged like a SOB, even on mid-grade. The knock sensors in the 80's were not as sophisticated as they are now. Perhaps not. But the 560 SL doesn't have any knock sensor. -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
Another amazing paradox (see my last mail). We give money to Israel to spend with our arms manufacturers. Then we give money (or gave money or continue to give money but through secondary channels) to the Palestinians (sp) so Israel will have some place to use those arms we sold them. Sounds like a big handout to the arms makers to me, it might be cheaper to just give the money to the arms makers and have them give the arms to Israel for free. -Curt Date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:53:18 -0400 From: Rolf [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Israel should stop getting aid! They received 2.4 BILLION in 08 Most of that money is then spent back with *our* arms manufacturers. So basically your hard earned tax money is going straight into the pockets of the military industrial complex and our country doesn't even get the goods. What a scam. Don't they have their own money? Didn't we invade Iraq so that we wouldn't have to rely on Israel who routinely breaks with the Geneva convention and has time and time again committed atrocities? -Rolf ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 92 300TE
tell me about it Luther wrote: I've got a car you can buy for $500 Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: you should be honored for me to buy your car for $500 David Hemsley wrote: Thanks but NO Thanks:) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Mon, 30 Jun 2008 20:18:58 -0400 Subject: Re: [MBZ] 92 300TE Otherwise, you MAY be able to get Kaleb to give you his standard $500 for it. 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Ford Question
Does it matter what gear its in? What if you really thump it from a standing start? I'd say one of two things: Fuel pump - in which case it should shudder (badly) when thumped hard from a standing start or Spark plugs - in which case the shudder might improve if you downshift. I've seen both, the latter when I'd shifted to splitfire plugs... -Curt Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 11:18:12 -0500 From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] OT Ford Question To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 I encountered trouble with my 02 F150 this weekend. It runs fine on flat ground but shudders when I increase the fuel on hills. I initially wondered if it was a transmission issue as I had just changed out the filter and AT fluid but I now think it is just a fuel issue. I got a service engine soon light on the dash but I may have done myself a disservice by cleaning the battery posts as that has now been re-set I guess since it is not coming on. I have a scan tool but have not tried it yet. I was on my way to the lake on Sunday and was 100 miles from home when this appeared out of the blue. I continued on the rest of the way - another 80 miles or so - and then came back on Tuesday. It acted the same - never got any worse - was just unhappy climbing hills. I ran the last 100 miles at normal speeds of 65-70 mph without any real issues. It just did not like climbing the hills closer to the lake. If speeds dropped to 50 mph I had some difficulty climbing back to 60 mph. Anyone encounter this sort of thing? My brother-in-law, the mechanic suggests it may be an oxygen sensor but says get the scan tool on it and see what it says. Good advice I guess. I initially wondered if it might be as simple as a fuel filter plugging up. Also wonder if it might be time to change spark plugs. It has 110K miles or so. Had about 92K miles when I got it. I have yet to change plugs. No idea if PO ever did. Starts fine. Misses a little at idle when cold. Didn't seem to be missing when I got home and it was hot. I sat in the truck with the motor running for a couple of minutes while I gathered stuff and it was smooth enough that I looked at the tach to see if it was running. Randy ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
Do you think the shooting in NO was legally owned guns? -Curt Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 11:42:40 -0500 From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 We had massive flooding here in 1997 and to the best of my knowledge there was no looting or shooting. Randy ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT I think I hate vista
As you all remember I got this new computer with Vista on it. Well, it always does these crazy things, like reading a pdf half the time it wont display it, and/or I get error messages all the time. Just things like that. Not to mention, half the crap I need to run will not run under vista. I was able to finally get the EPC to run under vista, but the WIS will not run. So I have to install it on a XP computer. Thinking about either custom building me another computer and installing XP, upgrading my old computer and ininstall everything, or just get a bigger hard drive, then put it in the old computer and ininstall. Or, may just wipe the 80 gig drive that was in the old computer and reinstall, then let the wife have this new computer. Anyway, my vent for the day -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 climate control head unit diagnosis
thats great to have Alex Chamberlain wrote: On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 5:20 AM, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As you said, at some point along the line somebody had the bright idea to hook the blink code output to the recirculation light so you didn't have to take the console apart in order to see what its own diagnostics thought, but the output existed before they thought to do that. (I think at some point they ran it to a diagnostic connector somewhere, but not always.) I know it works, because they've blinked at me on the bench. (No sensors hooked up, they're a little cranky about that.) I don't have a secret decoder ring, though. Well looky what I found: http://www.motodok.com/Documentation/Files/mb-dtc-manual-98-00.pdf See, in particular, pages 73-74 for 201, 124, and 126 info. (140 and 129 stuff is in there as well.) Alex -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 climate control head unit diagnosis
I have the special test tool. Jim Cathey wrote: http://www.motodok.com/Documentation/Files/mb-dtc-manual-98-00.pdf Well, there's the codes. Now you just need to know how to get them without the special test tool. -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] any gas to diesel engine swap ideas for '92 Dodge 350 van (1 ton)?
with enough money, anything is possible Christopher McCann wrote: As you can see from my sig, I have a 1992 Dodge 250 Ram Wagon (16 passenger van). My wife took it to WI yesterday and was thrilled to get 12-13 mpg. Yipee. What are my options, if any, on swapping the 5.9 liter gas engine out for a diesel engine?...preferably a Cummins, but ease of swap is also a consideration. Thanks! Chris Bünter u. Bügel Diesel Sales Service -1985 300SD, 379K km, Wulf -1992 350 Ram Wagon, 1 Ton, 60K mi, Der Abschleppwagen -'75 240D, '80 300SD, '82 300Dt, '83 240D, '84 300Dt '85 300Dt ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 climate control head unit diagnosis
On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 10:31 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have the special test tool. What's it like? How's it work? Alex ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 climate control head unit diagnosis
They sell them on ebay, you can make one pretty easy. Alex Chamberlain wrote: On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 10:31 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have the special test tool. What's it like? How's it work? Alex ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
R A Bennell wrote: Yeah, I suppose so, but I better not have car trouble at night and try to get help at someone's home either. They might have to protect themselves or their country if I knock on the door, right? You come up with the most wild fantasies and present them as logic... Your mounties seem just as likely to shoot somebody for no good reason as our cops are, yet I haven't seen you advocating for mountie disarmament, or pissing your pants because there are armed mounties running around. Standard USA statistics: When a peon shoots somebody with defensive intent, 98% of the time they needed shooting, according to the police. When the police shoot somebody, 89% of the time they needed shooting, again according to the police, who in cases of police shootings have an extreme pro-shooter bias. Example: a military policeman (out of uniform) is a passenger in a motorcar. San Diego cop stops the car and holds the occupants at gunpoint. He yells get up at the MP, who is on the ground. MP begins to rise, so the cop shoots him dead. This murder was ruled justifiable, when I believe it should have been added to the 11% in which the cops had no business playing with dangerous weapons in public. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] any gas to diesel engine swap ideas for '92 Dodge 350 van (1 ton)?
Christopher McCann wrote: As you can see from my sig, I have a 1992 Dodge 250 Ram Wagon What are my options, if any, on swapping the 5.9 liter gas engine out for a diesel engine? I don't think it would be that hard to stuff a 4BT in there, but you'd need to do some measuring first. You'd probably have to extend the engine compartment to stuff a 6BT from a Ram pickup in it. There's got to be a good reason why Ford sold diesel vans and Dodge didn't, and I think it's the length of the Cummins inline 6. I bet there are lots of fun things like steering parts and a firewall located right where the rear of the cummins 6BT would need to go. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] any gas to diesel engine swap ideas for '92 Dodge 350 van (1 ton)?
The length of the cummins will no doubt make the swap incredibly difficult. Even the height might be a problem. To make matters worse, a LA or magnum chrysler v8 is fairly narrow, so v8 diesel swaps might not be an option. If you're not adept at fabricating, I'd leave the 360. On Wed, Jul 02, 2008 at 09:41:47AM -0700, Christopher McCann wrote: As you can see from my sig, I have a 1992 Dodge 250 Ram Wagon (16 passenger van). My wife took it to WI yesterday and was thrilled to get 12-13 mpg. Yipee. What are my options, if any, on swapping the 5.9 liter gas engine out for a diesel engine?...preferably a Cummins, but ease of swap is also a consideration. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Smokin hot deal on '85 500SEL
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=224560 Good thing it isn't closer... ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
R A Bennell wrote: He, like all of the others, will say whatever he thinks will get him elected. Like all the others--- Yep. The problem with politics is that we keep electing politicians. The people with the greatest hunger for power are those least trustworthy to wield it. And I don't know of any solution to that, other than limiting the power of government and expanding the freedom of the people. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
R A Bennell wrote: We had massive flooding here in 1997 and to the best of my knowledge there was no looting or shooting. Well, that could change if you had our government there to throw you out of your homes and take your keys for safekeeping. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Smokin hot deal on '85 500SEL
He will be lucky to get 1k for it right now. John Robbins wrote: http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=224560 Good thing it isn't closer... ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Smokin hot deal on '85 500SEL
Cost of fuel? Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: He will be lucky to get 1k for it right now. John Robbins wrote: http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=224560 Good thing it isn't closer... ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Smokin hot deal on '85 500SEL
yep John Robbins wrote: Cost of fuel? Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: He will be lucky to get 1k for it right now. John Robbins wrote: http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=224560 Good thing it isn't closer... ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
OK, back on my soapbox. It was awhile ago, but back when I did study such things the US got back @$2 for every $1 we 'gave away.' Foreign aid has always been tied to our business and strategic interest more than to humanitarian need [Egypt, for example, vs. Chad]. Much 'foreign aid' works like this [case study from the late 1970's - old, I know, but the basics are still the same]. We 'give' a country an $800k [back then] dialysis machine. Great for them, right? Well, the $800k gift actually goes to one of our medical suppliers, who ship it [freight due] on one of our carriers along with our technicians [billed to them, along with upkeep and supplies]. The net effect for the country we 'gave' it to is an increase in costs, and those who used to have to fly to the US or Europe to have dialysis can now get it done at home. Good for our manufacturer, though. The unspoken part of this is that for many poor countries most of the populace will almost never in their lives see a physician, and what is really needed in the country is some training in basic sanitation [which is what raised our life expectancy.] We used to say that for every doctor we could get into a third world situation we were killing some number of hundreds of people, mostly because of the costs to support the relatively few who would benefit vs. the much larger number who could benefit from some basic understanding of hygiene and nutrition. It only takes a brief glance at the poorest of the poor nations to see that our 'giving' more often is tied to political situations [by both parties] than to need. Enough already. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 10:22 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid Agree completely - we send way too much of our tax dollars to questionable locations to be used for questionable projects - and usually most of the money ends up in the pockets of evil people. With the exception of Israel, we could stop sending those billionS you mention and little would happen. I'd like to know what all those billions spent have accomplished? They certainly don't buy good will. Of course, IMNSHO, all that animosity is caused by jealousy. Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 11:54 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] GWB Mac wrote: How can a nation turn on a president because he got a hummer in a closet... then RE-ELECT another pres who has dragged them into a needless and ugly war? No one outside the U.S. understands this disconnect. I am not trying to be rude, but you need to know this is the way it is. I don't agree that the war in Iraq was needless. I do agree that it is ugly. ALL war is ugly. ALL war is awful. ALL loss of life in a war is a catastrophic loss to the world. I don't have the guts to tell the people of Iraq, that the MILLIONS of people of that Saddam slaughtered didn't mean anything. I don't have the stomach to say that the loss of 4,000 american lives was too high a cost to save Millions of Iraqis from the worst dictator since Stalin and Pol Pot. Saddam was hung by his own people, for crimes he committed against the Iraqis. I am proud that American soldiers put their lives in danger and gave the ultimate sacrifice to help Iraq try to choose their own course. I am VERY proud that the people of Iraq got to vote for their leaders for the first time in decades. I am not trying to be rude, either. However I don't know what country you are from, but I will say this. All of these commentators from other countries who say that America is the now one of the most hated countries in the world, and all of the protestors in other countries chanting death to America ought to stop and think about what would happen if the US complied with their wishes for complete self determination. What would happen if the US stopped the BILLIONS of dollars in foreign aid, what would happen if the US decided it would stop forgiving interest payments on outstanding loans. What would happen if the US told these countries that beg for help from the US, that we are tired of being vilified in your press and then also asked for help. These countries that scream insults about the US and chant death to America are like a teenager who screams I hate you, Dad! Why don't you just leave me alone. Then the child goes up to their room which is provided by dad and plays their Ipod paid for by dad and then drives the car bought by dad and just wants to be left alone. The USA will never do this, but I sure wish we would agree to their demands
[MBZ] Sheesh
If its not one thing its another. Got my new roll of wire, fed the dog, fed myself. Spent some time with the dog. Got back out to the garage, put the new wire in, got it fed through the gun correctly, made a few welds, beat the metal to a better shape (I did a better job on the other side. The seam needs to be under the car not at the middle of the bend under the car, I didn't know that before. Now its raining... Productivity grinds to a halt... -Curt ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
Bill R wrote: OK, back on my soapbox. It was awhile ago, but back when I did study such big snip Thanks for the informed comment! John ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
OK, briefly back on soapbox. Much of those billions of $ have been in the form of military aid. For the most part read here aid to our munitions industry [yes, our tax dollars buy weapons from our manufacturers to give to poor countries, and that 'aid' not infrequently is turned on local people or ends of being in the hands of the people our soldiers are fighting. Much of the rest has gone to projects that do little to assist the people, but do help the bank accounts of the wealthy in those countries. I'll spare you a dissertation on how things moved from self-sustaining to colonial to neo colonial with foreign 'masters' being replaced by former toadies. In my opinion most of us misunderstand the meaning and political purpose of 'aid', and who is actually aided. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 10:22 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid Agree completely - we send way too much of our tax dollars to questionable locations to be used for questionable projects - and usually most of the money ends up in the pockets of evil people. With the exception of Israel, we could stop sending those billionS you mention and little would happen. I'd like to know what all those billions spent have accomplished? They certainly don't buy good will. Of course, IMNSHO, all that animosity is caused by jealousy. Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2008 11:54 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] GWB Mac wrote: How can a nation turn on a president because he got a hummer in a closet... then RE-ELECT another pres who has dragged them into a needless and ugly war? No one outside the U.S. understands this disconnect. I am not trying to be rude, but you need to know this is the way it is. I don't agree that the war in Iraq was needless. I do agree that it is ugly. ALL war is ugly. ALL war is awful. ALL loss of life in a war is a catastrophic loss to the world. I don't have the guts to tell the people of Iraq, that the MILLIONS of people of that Saddam slaughtered didn't mean anything. I don't have the stomach to say that the loss of 4,000 american lives was too high a cost to save Millions of Iraqis from the worst dictator since Stalin and Pol Pot. Saddam was hung by his own people, for crimes he committed against the Iraqis. I am proud that American soldiers put their lives in danger and gave the ultimate sacrifice to help Iraq try to choose their own course. I am VERY proud that the people of Iraq got to vote for their leaders for the first time in decades. I am not trying to be rude, either. However I don't know what country you are from, but I will say this. All of these commentators from other countries who say that America is the now one of the most hated countries in the world, and all of the protestors in other countries chanting death to America ought to stop and think about what would happen if the US complied with their wishes for complete self determination. What would happen if the US stopped the BILLIONS of dollars in foreign aid, what would happen if the US decided it would stop forgiving interest payments on outstanding loans. What would happen if the US told these countries that beg for help from the US, that we are tired of being vilified in your press and then also asked for help. These countries that scream insults about the US and chant death to America are like a teenager who screams I hate you, Dad! Why don't you just leave me alone. Then the child goes up to their room which is provided by dad and plays their Ipod paid for by dad and then drives the car bought by dad and just wants to be left alone. The USA will never do this, but I sure wish we would agree to their demands and just leave these other countries alone and leave them to their devices. You don't want our help, okay. Donald H. Snook ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
And let my soapbox rants not imply that true humanitarian aid is not helpful, even if that also is often not appropriate [i.e., the 'almost' outdated medical supplies donated in the past]. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 10:44 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid Actually, we meddle everywhere. I guess we should cut off all foreign aid just let people starve? Or maybe we should have not offered foreign aide in the first place and let millions of people starve every year? Sure, shipments get hijacked and food gets misappropriated but enough gets through to make a huge difference. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 9:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid LarryT wrote: Of course, IMNSHO, all that animosity is caused by jealousy. So all the meddling we've done in the middle east doesn't bother them a bit? John ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
Bill R wrote: And let my soapbox rants not imply that true humanitarian aid is not helpful, even if that also is often not appropriate [i.e., the 'almost' outdated medical supplies donated in the past]. Could you remove a few double negatives from that? ;) ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Need 220v-24v transformer with center tapped secondary
Trying to find a 220v transformer with a 24v center tapped secondary since I need 12v as well. Found plenty of 220v - 24v transformers on the net; Digikey, Grainger, Nextag, HVAC websites, pool supply co's. etc; but couldn't find any 220v-24v transformers with a center tap. Have very limited space in the control box, so I can't use two 110v transformers in series. Thanks, Gerry ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need 220v-24v transformer with center tapped secondary
Archer wrote: Trying to find a 220v transformer with a 24v center tapped secondary since I need 12v as well. Found plenty of 220v - 24v transformers on the net; Digikey, Grainger, Nextag, HVAC websites, pool supply co's. etc; but couldn't find any 220v-24v transformers with a center tap. Have very limited space in the control box, so I can't use two 110v transformers in series. What kind of load are you powering? If the load is light enough you might be able to make your own transformer to fit. I can't help on actually building it, but it isn't difficult from what I've seen of the EE guys doing it at work. And they make some crazy oddball transformers. John ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 92 300TE
Well, it has most of it's interior removed, and the engine/tranny is removed Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: tell me about it Luther wrote: I've got a car you can buy for $500 Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: you should be honored for me to buy your car for $500 ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] any gas to diesel engine swap ideas for '92 Dodge 350, van (1 ton)?
I looked into that years ago and was told by Dodge mechanics at the time that the Cummins would not fit. It was too long and too tall. One guy did say that I might be able to put a GM 6.5 in it. I chose to get a Chevy van and put the 6.5 into that. At least that way I knew that everything would be as easy as possible. Just an out with the old and in with the new. No modes to the frame. Getting 18-20 with a NA 6.5. Manfred Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 09:41:47 -0700 (PDT) From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] As you can see from my sig, I have a 1992 Dodge 250 Ram Wagon (16 passenger van). My wife took it to WI yesterday and was thrilled to get 12-13 mpg. Yipee. What are my options, if any, on swapping the 5.9 liter gas engine out for a diesel engine?...preferably a Cummins, but ease of swap is also a consideration. Thanks! Chris ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
Oh, we do that too, all aimed at our long term benefit. We bribe countries to prevent war (N. Korea) We bribe countries to prevent the spread of weapons grade nuclear material (Ukrane) We bribe countries to be a stablizing force in a region (Isreal and 20 years ago, Iraq) In each case, the bribe is much less costly than the alternative. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 7/2/08 9:51 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid Tom Hargrave wrote: I guess we should cut off all foreign aid just let people starve? I wasn't talking about foreign aid... more of out trying to influence and control the politics of the region. John ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
We really have no choice with China. They have gotten too large and too influential. The dance we do between Taiwan and China is a necessary compromise. All politics is about compromise, no exception. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 7/2/08 12:22 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid Heres one I don't understand. How can we toe the line and accept that Taiwan is a Renegade Province of China but yet sell them weapons? If we're selling weapons to Taiwan how can we give China Most Favored Nation trade status? Massive paradox. Our ability to look the other way when stuff doesn't make sense astounds me. Of course I know the answer to this conundrum, greed. -Curt Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 09:44:18 -0500 From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=windows-1250 Actually, we meddle everywhere. I guess we should cut off all foreign aid just let people starve? Or maybe we should have not offered foreign aide in the first place and let millions of people starve every year? Sure, shipments get hijacked and food gets misappropriated but enough gets through to make a huge difference. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Welding on the 190D
Try the Salvation Army store, Goodwill store, Sherriffs store (if there is one in Jax), or similar places. Those stores around here sell them for as little as $15. You can buy the whole oven for the turntable and you'll also have sheet metal for welding. Gerry -- From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] OK, it was worth a try. BillR Hey Jim - While you are cutting up old microwaves I am wondering if you might have access to a 13.5 glass turntable with the three smaller tabs on the bottom. I broke mine and Maytag wants $63 to replace it. Nope, sorry. I only ever cut up two. One that died at work so I took it (for the heavy cord) and then used the sheet metal since I still had it. The other because it was a burned-up but identical model to the small one in our camper that had a bad door safety switch. -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.101 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1528 - Release Date: 7/1/2008 7:26 AM ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Smokin hot deal on '85 500SEL
John Robbins wrote: Cost of fuel? That chassis with four wheel SLS and rust free body has to be worth something here in Michigan. Would make an awesome tow truck with a trailer hitch added to it. I wonder what kind of MPG a 250SDL would get. Still got that wrecked 190D turbo sitting here, but I never got around to Finnizing the IP or making an exhaust manifold for the VNT. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Smokin hot deal on '85 500SEL
On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 12:50 PM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That chassis with four wheel SLS and rust free body has to be worth something here in Michigan. Would make an awesome tow truck with a trailer hitch added to it. The picture with the SLS at max height made me want to put some mud tires on it and go four-wheeling. Wonder if it has a factory LSD? Alex ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Smokin hot deal on '85 500SEL
Alex Chamberlain wrote: The picture with the SLS at max height made me want to put some mud tires on it and go four-wheeling. Wonder if it has a factory LSD? If so, it probably quit working at least ten years ago. The LSD on my 190E is wide open now, can't spin both tires on grass. I'm not sure if ASD holds up better over time, or if there's any chance the 500SEL has ASD. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Ford Question
Have not tried to hit it hard from a stop but did find that it was happier if I pushed the button the end of the shifter to lock out overdrive. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 11:27 AM To: Diesel List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Ford Question Does it matter what gear its in? What if you really thump it from a standing start? I'd say one of two things: Fuel pump - in which case it should shudder (badly) when thumped hard from a standing start or Spark plugs - in which case the shudder might improve if you downshift. I've seen both, the latter when I'd shifted to splitfire plugs... -Curt Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 11:18:12 -0500 From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] OT Ford Question To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 I encountered trouble with my 02 F150 this weekend. It runs fine on flat ground but shudders when I increase the fuel on hills. I initially wondered if it was a transmission issue as I had just changed out the filter and AT fluid but I now think it is just a fuel issue. I got a service engine soon light on the dash but I may have done myself a disservice by cleaning the battery posts as that has now been re-set I guess since it is not coming on. I have a scan tool but have not tried it yet. I was on my way to the lake on Sunday and was 100 miles from home when this appeared out of the blue. I continued on the rest of the way - another 80 miles or so - and then came back on Tuesday. It acted the same - never got any worse - was just unhappy climbing hills. I ran the last 100 miles at normal speeds of 65-70 mph without any real issues. It just did not like climbing the hills closer to the lake. If speeds dropped to 50 mph I had some difficulty climbing back to 60 mph. Anyone encounter this sort of thing? My brother-in-law, the mechanic suggests it may be an oxygen sensor but says get the scan tool on it and see what it says. Good advice I guess. I initially wondered if it might be as simple as a fuel filter plugging up. Also wonder if it might be time to change spark plugs. It has 110K miles or so. Had about 92K miles when I got it. I have yet to change plugs. No idea if PO ever did. Starts fine. Misses a little at idle when cold. Didn't seem to be missing when I got home and it was hot. I sat in the truck with the motor running for a couple of minutes while I gathered stuff and it was smooth enough that I looked at the tach to see if it was running. Randy ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid
I could try. How many do you want out? Comes from beginning to wax soapbox poetic and then tying to change it with a three year old wanting me to do something else. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 2:48 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] US Foreign Aid Bill R wrote: And let my soapbox rants not imply that true humanitarian aid is not helpful, even if that also is often not appropriate [i.e., the 'almost' outdated medical supplies donated in the past]. Could you remove a few double negatives from that? ;) ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Catheyesque repair of the day
It held up for a few more laps around the pool, so now, it's onto bigger and ddeper bodies of water. I almost forgot another repair! The steering shaft boot had cracked and deteriorated, so I pressed the fat end of an eye dropper end into the hull and popped the shaft through the hole. It works as good as new! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300sD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
Well, I don't want this thread to get out of hand so bear in mind that I'm just playing devil's advocate to a great extent but I think my example was not truly fictional. I recall a news story from a few years back where a foreign student who did not speak much english went to a house by mistake while looking for a party (or something like that) and got shot for his trouble. Frightened people with guns in hand can make poor choices. I know I would be real polite if ever I got in a fender bender south of the border, even if it was the other driver's fault. I wouldn't have a gun but they well might and if they were angry and perhaps drunk, who knows what might happen to me. I'm sure that there are lots of responsible citizens who keep guns and never misuse them. One of them might even come to my rescue if I were threatened by some goof with a gun. However, I am concerned about the less than responsible citizens who also have firearms and may well lack the common sense required to make good decisions. Randy Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 11:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights R A Bennell wrote: Yeah, I suppose so, but I better not have car trouble at night and try to get help at someone's home either. They might have to protect themselves or their country if I knock on the door, right? You come up with the most wild fantasies and present them as logic... Your mounties seem just as likely to shoot somebody for no good reason as our cops are, yet I haven't seen you advocating for mountie disarmament, or pissing your pants because there are armed mounties running around. Standard USA statistics: When a peon shoots somebody with defensive intent, 98% of the time they needed shooting, according to the police. When the police shoot somebody, 89% of the time they needed shooting, again according to the police, who in cases of police shootings have an extreme pro-shooter bias. Example: a military policeman (out of uniform) is a passenger in a motorcar. San Diego cop stops the car and holds the occupants at gunpoint. He yells get up at the MP, who is on the ground. MP begins to rise, so the cop shoots him dead. This murder was ruled justifiable, when I believe it should have been added to the 11% in which the cops had no business playing with dangerous weapons in public. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 87 300D antenna grommet
Grommet is replaced. Thanks for the tips. Yeah, getting the fender liner out and back in is the biggest hassle. Ya hafta get sorta rough with it; 'can't be shy and timid. Pull left front edge of trunk floor carpet up and over, pull left end of carpet behind fuel tank back, grasp fender liner near its front and pull hard (holes in it help get a good grip), rolling it around to the right into the trunk; pull top edge of liner from under top of fender; while pulling front part of liner around into trunk, roll rear half of liner up and out of well behind the wheel. 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
Well, the flood that I was referring to did more damage to Grand Forks, ND than it did to us. There was a lake from here to there that you could have travelled by boat and it is something like 140 miles away. Grand Forks had all sorts of trouble including a major fire in the old downtown area that the firemen couldn't get to because the water was 3 feet deep in the streets, but I don't recall looting or particularly bad behaviour. That seems to have been a New Orleans thing. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 11:58 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights R A Bennell wrote: We had massive flooding here in 1997 and to the best of my knowledge there was no looting or shooting. Well, that could change if you had our government there to throw you out of your homes and take your keys for safekeeping. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 87 300D antenna grommet
Well described. Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wilton Strickland Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 4:49 PM To: mercedes Subject: [MBZ] 87 300D antenna grommet Grommet is replaced. Thanks for the tips. Yeah, getting the fender liner out and back in is the biggest hassle. Ya hafta get sorta rough with it; 'can't be shy and timid. Pull left front edge of trunk floor carpet up and over, pull left end of carpet behind fuel tank back, grasp fender liner near its front and pull hard (holes in it help get a good grip), rolling it around to the right into the trunk; pull top edge of liner from under top of fender; while pulling front part of liner around into trunk, roll rear half of liner up and out of well behind the wheel. 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bouncing speedometer needle
My 300TD has experienced a succession of bouncing speedo needles, most noticeable (annoying) at low speeds. The fixes suggested on this forum over the years have almost always stressed the wisdom of buying a new cable (the insert). It worked for me, was cheap, and was easy to fit. I had a new cable outer fitted once. Not so easy or cheap. I believe the inners stick at the speedo end of the business. This is where dashboard heat, especially in the sun, really cooks up the works and dries things out. Buy a new inner. That's what Marshall would have said. Cheers Euan 1985 300TD 5-spd manual 210K mi Christchurch NZ ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] any gas to diesel engine swap ideas for '92 Dodge 350, van (1 ton)?
Hi Manfred - Have not seen your comments in awhile. Good to know you are out and about. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of MG Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 3:39 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] any gas to diesel engine swap ideas for '92 Dodge 350, van (1 ton)? I looked into that years ago and was told by Dodge mechanics at the time that the Cummins would not fit. It was too long and too tall. One guy did say that I might be able to put a GM 6.5 in it. I chose to get a Chevy van and put the 6.5 into that. At least that way I knew that everything would be as easy as possible. Just an out with the old and in with the new. No modes to the frame. Getting 18-20 with a NA 6.5. Manfred Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 09:41:47 -0700 (PDT) From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] As you can see from my sig, I have a 1992 Dodge 250 Ram Wagon (16 passenger van). My wife took it to WI yesterday and was thrilled to get 12-13 mpg. Yipee. What are my options, if any, on swapping the 5.9 liter gas engine out for a diesel engine?...preferably a Cummins, but ease of swap is also a consideration. Thanks! Chris ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Welding on the 190D
If only I could weld... Yes, I think I have tried all of the thrift stores around. When I bought the house the glass was missing in the microwave and after looking for a few months I found one [and bought the unit and gave it to the sales clerk], but had to grind off much of the bottom tabs as they were the long ones rather than the short ones. I make regular rounds with a tape measure, but no luck yet. I thought that was a fairly common unit, but the only ones I have seen in thrift stores have been $60+ also. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Archer Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 3:08 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Welding on the 190D Try the Salvation Army store, Goodwill store, Sherriffs store (if there is one in Jax), or similar places. Those stores around here sell them for as little as $15. You can buy the whole oven for the turntable and you'll also have sheet metal for welding. Gerry -- From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] OK, it was worth a try. BillR Hey Jim - While you are cutting up old microwaves I am wondering if you might have access to a 13.5 glass turntable with the three smaller tabs on the bottom. I broke mine and Maytag wants $63 to replace it. Nope, sorry. I only ever cut up two. One that died at work so I took it (for the heavy cord) and then used the sheet metal since I still had it. The other because it was a burned-up but identical model to the small one in our camper that had a bad door safety switch. -- Jim ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 8.0.101 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1528 - Release Date: 7/1/2008 7:26 AM ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
R A Bennell wrote: However, I am concerned about the less than responsible citizens who also have firearms and may well lack the common sense required to make good decisions. In USA and UK, we call those people Certified Law Enforcement Officers. The really funny part about the boobies is that something like 45-50% of the people they shoot (all shootings, not just killings) are coppers, lots of 'friendly fire' and self inflicted wounds over there. The exchange student you mentioned was newsworthy, it's the only such death I can recall in the last ten years, and it was at least five years ago. The homeowner probably thought the Japanese guy was hispanic and then assumed a robbery would happen in the next few seconds. We've probably had 50,000-100,000 people killed by bathtubs in USA in the last ten years, so the rare death of an unexpected visitor is a drop in the bucket. In fact, the few hundred who are slaughtered by cops, or the few hundred who die on bicycles every year, are also a drop in the bucket. But that doesn't stop me from going on High Alert if there's an armed deputy on my property unless I invited him here. Mitch. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Ford Question
Thats exactly what my Dakota was doing. My Indy at the time said it was the trans totally failing. I replaced all the sparkplugs and the problem went away. That was at least 100,000 miles ago. -Curt --- On Wed, 7/2/08, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [MBZ] OT Ford Question To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2008, 4:43 PM Have not tried to hit it hard from a stop but did find that it was happier if I pushed the button the end of the shifter to lock out overdrive. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 11:27 AM To: Diesel List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Ford Question Does it matter what gear its in? What if you really thump it from a standing start? I'd say one of two things: Fuel pump - in which case it should shudder (badly) when thumped hard from a standing start or Spark plugs - in which case the shudder might improve if you downshift. I've seen both, the latter when I'd shifted to splitfire plugs... -Curt Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2008 11:18:12 -0500 From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] OT Ford Question To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain;charset=iso-8859-1 I encountered trouble with my 02 F150 this weekend. It runs fine on flat ground but shudders when I increase the fuel on hills. I initially wondered if it was a transmission issue as I had just changed out the filter and AT fluid but I now think it is just a fuel issue. I got a service engine soon light on the dash but I may have done myself a disservice by cleaning the battery posts as that has now been re-set I guess since it is not coming on. I have a scan tool but have not tried it yet. I was on my way to the lake on Sunday and was 100 miles from home when this appeared out of the blue. I continued on the rest of the way - another 80 miles or so - and then came back on Tuesday. It acted the same - never got any worse - was just unhappy climbing hills. I ran the last 100 miles at normal speeds of 65-70 mph without any real issues. It just did not like climbing the hills closer to the lake. If speeds dropped to 50 mph I had some difficulty climbing back to 60 mph. Anyone encounter this sort of thing? My brother-in-law, the mechanic suggests it may be an oxygen sensor but says get the scan tool on it and see what it says. Good advice I guess. I initially wondered if it might be as simple as a fuel filter plugging up. Also wonder if it might be time to change spark plugs. It has 110K miles or so. Had about 92K miles when I got it. I have yet to change plugs. No idea if PO ever did. Starts fine. Misses a little at idle when cold. Didn't seem to be missing when I got home and it was hot. I sat in the truck with the motor running for a couple of minutes while I gathered stuff and it was smooth enough that I looked at the tach to see if it was running. Randy ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT I think I hate vista
This is why I use a Mac. I can still use almost all my old software in OS 10.4.11. Peter ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Finally!
After much welding, hammering, grinding and all. The second rear jack point is complete. This one took more metal but I did manage to retain one of the factory drains that I had to lose on the other side. Lessons learned: Start from the top and work down. Make sure the top piece goes down around the curve, use a flat piece on the bottom. Don't touch hot metal without gloves on... Its in paint right now, in an hour or so I'll hit it with the undercoating. I put a picture of the first side and a before on this one on my blog. http://curtsotherblog.blogspot.com/ -Curt ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
Two further comments and then I'm going to abandon this thread. You can have the final word if need be. 1. I don't want to be the unexpected visitor who gets shot. I could go to the houses around here and bang on the door in the dark and no one would shoot me. They might not answer the door if they were afraid of me, but it is very unlikely that they would attack me in any manner. 2. Do you not think that one of the problems for law enforcement officers is the fact that they fear the folks that they are dealing with have guns? Shoot first and ask questions later. One way to stay alive when it is your job to go in and deal with something that might go bad. Cops are human too and no doubt afraid on more occasions than they care to admit. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 3:08 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights R A Bennell wrote: However, I am concerned about the less than responsible citizens who also have firearms and may well lack the common sense required to make good decisions. In USA and UK, we call those people Certified Law Enforcement Officers. The really funny part about the boobies is that something like 45-50% of the people they shoot (all shootings, not just killings) are coppers, lots of 'friendly fire' and self inflicted wounds over there. The exchange student you mentioned was newsworthy, it's the only such death I can recall in the last ten years, and it was at least five years ago. The homeowner probably thought the Japanese guy was hispanic and then assumed a robbery would happen in the next few seconds. We've probably had 50,000-100,000 people killed by bathtubs in USA in the last ten years, so the rare death of an unexpected visitor is a drop in the bucket. In fact, the few hundred who are slaughtered by cops, or the few hundred who die on bicycles every year, are also a drop in the bucket. But that doesn't stop me from going on High Alert if there's an armed deputy on my property unless I invited him here. Mitch. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT I think I hate vista
he is too cheap for a macintosh and too stupid for hackintosh. but conclude that vista is his answer? On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 6:20 PM, Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This is why I use a Mac. I can still use almost all my old software in OS 10.4.11. Peter ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT I think I hate vista
On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 4:07 PM, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: he is too cheap for a macintosh and too stupid for hackintosh. but conclude that vista is his answer? Obviously he should be using Ubuntu, which seems to be the official Linux distribution of the Okiebenz list if not of its proprietor. Alex ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT I think I hate vista
we tried to get him to use ubuntu, but he seems to fear anything that doesn't come from microsoft.. it's a lost cause. On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 7:31 PM, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 4:07 PM, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: he is too cheap for a macintosh and too stupid for hackintosh. but conclude that vista is his answer? Obviously he should be using Ubuntu, which seems to be the official Linux distribution of the Okiebenz list if not of its proprietor. Alex ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Catheyesque repair of the day
On Wed, 2 Jul 2008 07:41:16 -0700 (PDT) Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It'd be nice to see my welding improve... Time on the rod, Curt, time on the rod. Craig ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights
Today's paper had a small column note about the old codger in TX who saw some nefarious activity taking place at the home of a neighbor. Seems a couple ruffians were seen exiting the window of said neighbor's home and codger calls cops to advise that he sees criminals and is gonna shoot them. Cops plead not to do that. He does, dead bad guys, dropped charges against codger. Recent as two weeks ago, just now figured out city could do without those criminals clay On 2 Jul 2008, at 13:55, R A Bennell wrote: Well, I don't want this thread to get out of hand so bear in mind that I'm just playing devil's advocate to a great extent but I think my example was not truly fictional. I recall a news story from a few years back where a foreign student who did not speak much english went to a house by mistake while looking for a party (or something like that) and got shot for his trouble. Frightened people with guns in hand can make poor choices. I know I would be real polite if ever I got in a fender bender south of the border, even if it was the other driver's fault. I wouldn't have a gun but they well might and if they were angry and perhaps drunk, who knows what might happen to me. I'm sure that there are lots of responsible citizens who keep guns and never misuse them. One of them might even come to my rescue if I were threatened by some goof with a gun. However, I am concerned about the less than responsible citizens who also have firearms and may well lack the common sense required to make good decisions. Randy Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 11:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Supreme Court upholds gun rights R A Bennell wrote: Yeah, I suppose so, but I better not have car trouble at night and try to get help at someone's home either. They might have to protect themselves or their country if I knock on the door, right? You come up with the most wild fantasies and present them as logic... Your mounties seem just as likely to shoot somebody for no good reason as our cops are, yet I haven't seen you advocating for mountie disarmament, or pissing your pants because there are armed mounties running around. Standard USA statistics: When a peon shoots somebody with defensive intent, 98% of the time they needed shooting, according to the police. When the police shoot somebody, 89% of the time they needed shooting, again according to the police, who in cases of police shootings have an extreme pro-shooter bias. Example: a military policeman (out of uniform) is a passenger in a motorcar. San Diego cop stops the car and holds the occupants at gunpoint. He yells get up at the MP, who is on the ground. MP begins to rise, so the cop shoots him dead. This murder was ruled justifiable, when I believe it should have been added to the 11% in which the cops had no business playing with dangerous weapons in public. ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Finally!
Looks good, Curt. You didn't post a picture of your reminder about not touching hot metal ... . My big discovery of the day is that two heads of garlic peel down to about 50 cloves. And I certainly hope that garlic / onion soup my darling wife wants to make for me will be worth it, or I might request that she stop watching Emeril [as if that would matter]. On the whole pretty good ideas and recipes thus far. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 6:29 PM To: Diesel List Subject: [MBZ] Finally! -Curt ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need 220v-24v transformer with center tapped secondary
On Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:12:24 -0500 John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Archer wrote: Trying to find a 220v transformer with a 24v center tapped secondary since I need 12v as well. Found plenty of 220v - 24v transformers on the net; Digikey, Grainger, Nextag, HVAC websites, pool supply co's. etc; but couldn't find any 220v-24v transformers with a center tap. Have very limited space in the control box, so I can't use two 110v transformers in series. What kind of load are you powering? If the load is light enough you might be able to make your own transformer to fit. I can't help on actually building it, but it isn't difficult from what I've seen of the EE guys doing it at work. And they make some crazy oddball transformers. And starting with an existing transformer, particularly one with separated windings, makes it all the easier. How much current do you need? What else is in the control box? Craig ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT I think I hate vista
I'm not using Ubuntu on anything right now. Correction -- it is still on the wife's laptop. My personal laptops are running Mepis 7, PCLOS Gnome 2008, and antiX. On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 6:31 PM, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 4:07 PM, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: he is too cheap for a macintosh and too stupid for hackintosh. but conclude that vista is his answer? Obviously he should be using Ubuntu, which seems to be the official Linux distribution of the Okiebenz list if not of its proprietor. Alex ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ apt-get update apt-get upgrade The following packages will be replaced Prez Do you want to continue? [Y/n] Y ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
