[MBZ] Frankenheap weldery

Well, that didn't work out so well. The muffler fell off the car today! Sheared right off next to where I did all the welding. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap weldery

I didn't know that they used salt on the roads in eastern WA. Hopefully, you can fix it easily. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR, Mercedes-less but not Diesel-less ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Unbelievable photography

QuickStitch from Adobe,, came with my old Olympus camera. Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD '02 RoadKing '72 T100 Daytona On Thu, Jan 14, 2010 at 7:12 PM, OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: I've used MICE quite a bit as well. We have some 80x18 prints from Rocky Mt. Nat. Park that are stunning

Re: [MBZ] OT Malware Defense antiviral software

I used McAfee provided by my SP, but it is annoying since it seems to be doing always something ine the back, bringing whatever I am working on to a crawl. I now use Comodo Secutity (Firewall + Antivirus, Spy and Malware). It's simple, free and runs *in the background*. - Hans Neureiter, Houston,

Re: [MBZ] Real heroes

Great story, thanks for sharing! -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of relng...@aol.com Sent: Friday, January 15, 2010 12:25 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Real heroes Great Photography! Subject:

Re: [MBZ] OT Malware Defense antiviral software

Hello there, I have been using Avast for some time now. It was recommended from a friend who is pretty knowledgeable about computer. It is certainly not draining one's computer resources like McAfee. --PT, '81 300D Message: 17 Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 04:16:05 -0600 From: Hans

[MBZ] Aww Spit...

We just had the discussion of anti-spyware stuff and there was one I'd never heard of before, anybody remember it? My computer just got its ass kicked... -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] OT Malware Defense antiviral software

I've been very happy with it on 3 machines for 2 years. I have also mitigated to Open Office with very few issues. -- Pete - Original Message - From: P. Prud'homme pa...@yahoo.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, January 15, 2010 8:49:36 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern

Re: [MBZ] Aww Spit...

Spybot has kept me safe from the evil lurkers -- Peter Arnold Windsor, CT - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, January 15, 2010 9:02:22 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: [MBZ] Aww Spit... We

Re: [MBZ] Aww Spit...

Spybot? --R Curt Raymond wrote: We just had the discussion of anti-spyware stuff and there was one I'd never heard of before, anybody remember it? My computer just got its ass kicked... -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] Aww Spit...

For cleanup, I like the AntiMalware tool from malwarebytes.org. Spybot SD is also good. Last time I did a cleanup I had to use them multiple times in succession to remove all infection. Also had to work in Safe Mode until everything was cleaned up. F-Secure also has a Rescue CD which I've

Re: [MBZ] alternator rebuild?

Jim Cathey wrote: can an alternator be rebuilt? Yes, I've done it. Bearings and brush pack/regulators are readily available. Easy to get the slip rings turned too. If it needs more than that, get another one! It's certainly worth checking the diodes and having a shop true up the

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap weldery

I didn't know that they used salt on the roads in eastern WA. Yep, the last 10 years or so. I'm livid whenever I think about it. Supposedly the EPA drove them to it, our air was so 'polluted' due to particulate count that they stopped sanding the roads in the winter and switched to salt

[MBZ] This is a nice 928

http://charleston.craigslist.org/ctd/1553627893.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] This is a nice 928

The only one I'd consider is a classic air-cooled 911. I don't think I have the stomach for the maintenance costs, however. Allan On Fri, 15 Jan 2010 09:29 -0500, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: http://charleston.craigslist.org/ctd/1553627893.html

Re: [MBZ] This is a nice 928

Rich Thomas wrote: http://charleston.craigslist.org/ctd/1553627893.html And one of the few cars for which the auto tranny option is desirable. The 928 clutch has a bad reputation, and is quite expensive to replace. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

[MBZ] OT A Steam-powered Aeroplane

http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2010/01/steam-powered_bi-plane_circa_1933.html --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap weldery

Time for a PnP replacement. Bring your sawz-all clay On Jan 15, 2010, at 12:13 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: Well, that didn't work out so well. The muffler fell off the car today! Sheared right off next to where I did all the welding. -- Jim ___

Re: [MBZ] OT MacBook teardown

I ordered a Left I/O Board and put it in, and the Macbook lives! Lots of little fiddly bits, screws and connectors and such, but got it back together, hit the power button and it came to life! Apple charges $1200 for that surgery, a cash payer like me got a part for $90 and spent maybe 4-5

Re: [MBZ] OT Malware Defense antiviral software

Hans Neureiter wrote: I used McAfee provided by my SP, but it is annoying since it seems to be doing always something ine the back, bringing whatever I am working on to a crawl. I now use Comodo Secutity (Firewall + Antivirus, Spy and Malware). It's simple, free and runs *in the background*. -

Re: [MBZ] OT Malware Defense antiviral software

Chris N John wrote: Facebook is trying to save FACE. They have been sharing lots of stuff you don't want living on your computer! I read a column on their new 'privacy policies' the other day. Then I promised myself I'd never register for Facebook. Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] Unbelievable photography

I saw something about that when I was looking at some of these 360/pan packages. I guess I should look at it in more detail to see what it can do. Could be another fun time sink (like I need more of those). --R LWB250 wrote: QuickTime VR has been around for some time and will do much the

Re: [MBZ] Real heroes

All the photo links appear to be broken. That guy got detained by TSA or Customs (or whatever they are called these days) a couple of weeks ago and they committed some extremely stupid things upon him. --R relng...@aol.com wrote: Great Photography! Subject: USAF Para-rescue In Afghanistan

Re: [MBZ] Real heroes

Rich Thomas wrote: All the photo links appear to be broken. I get a 'website temporarily unavailable' error. I wonder if people passing the link around exceeded his bandwidth allotment? http://www.michaelyon-online.com/images/stories/pedro/Michael-Yon-51acc-730.jpg

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap weldery

What a bummer. Good thing there are lots of scrap microwaves to use to keep filling in the holes. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR, where it's just wet today ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap weldery

Yeah BUT pretty soon the car will weigh so much that a 240 diesel engine will not be able to get it moving. Randy -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com]on Behalf Of Kevin Kraly Sent: Friday, January 15, 2010 3:11 PM To: Mercedes

[MBZ] OT Jack is back.

Jack is back and hes in NYC now Maybe it will be a good season for 24? Here is some good humor : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMLH_QyPTYM ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Aww Spit...

Malware bytes, got it and it fixed the problem... -Curt Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 06:02:22 -0800 (PST) From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Aww Spit... Message-ID: 503458.73071...@web32801.mail.mud.yahoo.com Content-Type: text/plain;

Re: [MBZ] This is a nice 928

I actually kinda like the front engine Porches. I'm planning on getting one once I get the cash... -Curt Date: Fri, 15 Jan 2010 09:34:01 -0500 From: Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] This is a nice 928 Message-ID:

[MBZ] Penetrating Oil - Acetone ATF

I was talking to some of my jukebox restoration buddies about penetrating oils, and they had never heard of the acetone and ATF brew. I couldn't recall what the proper ratio of ATF to acetone that was suggested - can someone refresh my memory? Thanks, Dan

Re: [MBZ] Penetrating Oil - Acetone ATF

I think it was half/half. --R LWB250 wrote: I was talking to some of my jukebox restoration buddies about penetrating oils, and they had never heard of the acetone and ATF brew. I couldn't recall what the proper ratio of ATF to acetone that was suggested - can someone refresh my memory?

Re: [MBZ] OT MacBook teardown

I will ship you the busted iBook my boy did for me, maybe you can fix it. Needs the power button conectors resoldered to the logic board. clay On Jan 15, 2010, at 9:23 AM, Rich Thomas wrote: I ordered a Left I/O Board and put it in, and the Macbook lives! Lots of little fiddly bits,

Re: [MBZ] Penetrating Oil - Acetone ATF

Hmmm. I like the idea of acetone/ATF. Very redneck. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 15, 2010, at 6:40 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: I think it was half/half. --R LWB250 wrote: I was talking to some of my jukebox restoration buddies about penetrating oils, and they

Re: [MBZ] Real heroes

Rich: According to the news reports I read it was TSA who detained and handcuffed him...for refusing to tell them how much money he earns! Customs has its own idiocy, but they are better educated as to their legal authority, and are usually technically correct in their enforcement, if sometimes

Re: [MBZ] OT MacBook teardown

You can send it to me if you want - I used to do this in a previous career. I don't mind doing it for fun... MacDan --- On Fri, 1/15/10, Redghost redgh...@comcast.net wrote: From: Redghost redgh...@comcast.net Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT MacBook teardown To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] OT MacBook teardown

I'm at the beginning of a Powerbook Titanium rejuvenation (busted hinge, of course) -- 1 GHz DVI. I'm going to have to do a video cable transplant (at least) for the new screen I got since the wires are partially torn off the plug, and I need to check to see which LCD I have in there

Re: [MBZ] Penetrating Oil - Acetone ATF

I just do an approx 50:50 mix. The acetone will evaporate off pretty quickly, so don't make more than you plan to use. Unless you have an airtight (probably metal or something the acetone won't eat) container. Allan On Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:24 -0800, LWB250 lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: I was

Re: [MBZ] OT Malware Defense antiviral software

Someone mentioned Spybot - I have used it for a while and it seemed to stop all spyware. When I went to Vista (BIG mistake) I lost it and when I saw the comment realized it was gone. When I did a search to re-download it I kept getting redirected to Spyware Doctor - a different product. One

Re: [MBZ] OT MacBook teardown

address off list plz clay On Jan 15, 2010, at 4:23 PM, LWB250 wrote: You can send it to me if you want - I used to do this in a previous career. I don't mind doing it for fun... MacDan --- On Fri, 1/15/10, Redghost redgh...@comcast.net wrote: From: Redghost redgh...@comcast.net

Re: [MBZ] Penetrating Oil - Acetone ATF

I seem to remember at least one OEM using ATF in their PS system, darned if i can remember which. Must try this magic concoction on my truck, see if it can prevent more broken off bolts... Even PB seems to not cut the mustard... Is it thin enough to run through one of those Harbor Freight

Re: [MBZ] Penetrating Oil - Acetone ATF

The caution: Acetone evaporates quickly. You must keep your brew in a sealed container, or you will end up with just atf over time. Here is the original test AG Found this on a MGB list I'm on. Don't know how scientific it is but it seems convincing. Here's some interesting comparisons on

Re: [MBZ] This is a nice 928

On Fri, Jan 15, 2010 at 6:56 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Rich Thomas wrote: http://charleston.craigslist.org/ctd/1553627893.html And one of the few cars for which the auto tranny option is desirable. The 928 clutch has a bad reputation, and is quite expensive to replace. Wow,

Re: [MBZ] Penetrating Oil - Acetone ATF

Walt Zarnoch wrote: I seem to remember at least one OEM using ATF in their PS system, darned if i can remember which. MBZ back when my W116 was built. In fact, I think that applies to every Benz with a v-belt on the pump. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Penetrating Oil - Acetone ATF

Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net writes: Walt Zarnoch wrote: I seem to remember at least one OEM using ATF in their PS system, darned if i can remember which. MBZ back when my W116 was built. In fact, I think that applies to every Benz with a v-belt on the pump. Volkswagen also, at least back

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap weldery

What a bummer. Good thing there are lots of scrap microwaves to use to keep filling in the holes. I use cut-off scraps from the muffler shop for this kind of thing. I got some more today, and more flux-core wire. Yeah BUT pretty soon the car will weigh so much that a 240 diesel engine will

[MBZ] A heartbreaker

Pinched from the other list. Read and learn. www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=241899 RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] alternator rebuild?

My son took the dead alternator out and swapped the back end with good brushes and bearing and put it back in the car. Now what we need is bearing and brushes to fix this dead alternator. Plus, we need all the brackets for mounting to engine. Does anyone have a 616 engine with alternator that

Re: [MBZ] A heartbreaker

relng...@aol.com writes: Pinched from the other list. Read and learn. www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=241899 Learn to keep a fire extinguisher in the car. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] A heartbreaker

Allan Streib wrote: Learn to keep a fire extinguisher in the car. Speaking of which, I need to take mine out of the 16v and put it in the winter car. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] OT Malware Defense antiviral software

On Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:22:40 -0500 Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Chris N John wrote: Facebook is trying to save FACE. They have been sharing lots of stuff you don't want living on your computer! I read a column on their new 'privacy policies' the other day. Then I promised

Re: [MBZ] A heartbreaker

Quite a sobering thing to read about... I nearly had a case of fireball with my project truck. I had just put the gauge cluster back in after a good inside and out cleaning, turned the key to check the gauges worked, dome light dimmed low and the cluster started smokeing. Turns out one of the