Re: [MBZ] Generators

Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote: I am sure in India and in china they have small cheap diesel generators. Our wunnerful goobers are undoubtedly blocking import of such useful things. I've seen a few 3600 rpm Made in China units for around $1700 IIRC, or a little cheaper than a contractor

Re: [MBZ] Generators

On Sat, 21 Nov 2015 01:23:56 + (UTC) Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: > White gas is the same thing as camping fuel and is not pure octane, its > more like naptha ... I learned not all that long ago that it's "naphtha", pronounced naf-thuh because of the "h" after the

Re: [MBZ] This sounds like something that would happen in thePoosneighborhood

'Probably in the "eye" and whatever else of the beholder. '<) Wilton - Original Message - From: "WILTON via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: "WILTON" Sent: Saturday, November 21, 2015 10:19 AM Subject:

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

I have 1 220 outlet in my shop but it's not really in a good location. I need a couple more installed for future lifts and air compressor. I have a couple of blank boxes in the shop with no outlets in them. One has heavy wires and is in a better location but still need one or 2 more. Does this

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

Get in the car and drive down, you can haul a load of parts back with you. My shop is kind of retarded. So the walk in door is at 1 end, the breaker box is at the other and this is where they also located the light switches, right next to the breaker box. The 220 or 240 outlet whatever you

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

Well one of you guys need to. I'm thinking this is not rocket science and would probably be easy since it is a shop and everything is exposed and easy to get to. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 21, 2015, at 1:04 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Sat, 21 Nov 2015

Re: [MBZ] This sounds like something that would happen in the Poosneighborhood

On the subject of butts, here is a true story: Right after WW-2 hotel rooms were expensive, so salesmen on regular intercity routes would often arrange for rooms in private homes. This salesman I knew had rented a room from a widow who had some kind of big German dog. The dog was introduced to

Re: [MBZ] Generators

Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: I bought it on Amazon but all the Dong Ching generators are about the same. Mine is the 1200w, I think I paid $120. I have one of those 800W HF things. $99, still in the box. I was thinking of it as a trunk accessory in case of trouble on the road. You can get

Re: [MBZ] Generators

When we had hurricanes back in 2004 I rented out 100’ extension cords on my cul-de-sac for $100/each. Dan > On Nov 21, 2015, at 9:13 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Maybe Dan could power his HOA with 150kw 3 phase? >

Re: [MBZ] amoco white gas

My uncle was into camping at the lake, take the tent and boat and all the other crap, spend a weekend or a week. He would always go buy some white gas for the lanterns and stove, and maybe the boat too. I remember the gas station had a separate pump for it, marked "white gas." I never

[MBZ] Good movie

I watched "Winning" about Paul Newman's racing career on Amazon the other night. It was pretty good. He was a very good driver and seemed like a very decent guy too. --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] in praise of 4 wheel drive

Andrew sez: That's so they can be home with their constituents learning what Real Americans want and need. The secret reason for the death of bipartisanship is that few Congesspeople live in DC anymore so they don't socialize with one another. Oh! You mean like Senator Bahama Tom Harkin (D,

Re: [MBZ] This sounds like something that would happen in the Poosneighborhood

Now, is that an over-generalization? Are ALL butts ugly, or is it just certain butts that are ugly? ;<) Wilton - Original Message - From: "Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: "Andrew Strasfogel"

Re: [MBZ] This sounds like something that would happen in thePoosneighborhood

I have seen some that I found not at all ugly... --R On 11/21/15 10:28 AM, WILTON via Mercedes wrote: 'Probably in the "eye" and whatever else of the beholder. '<) Wilton - Original Message - From: "WILTON via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List"

Re: [MBZ] This sounds like something that would happen in thePoosneighborhood

Welcome aboard! Wilton - Original Message - From: "Rich Thomas via Mercedes" To: Cc: "Rich Thomas" Sent: Saturday, November 21, 2015 10:31 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] This sounds like something that would

[MBZ] 220 outlets

I have 1 220 outlet in my shop but it's not really in a good location. I need a couple more installed for future lifts and air compressor. I have a couple of blank boxes in the shop with no outlets in them. One has heavy wires and is in a better location but still need one or 2 more. Does this

[MBZ] OT - How women must feel at the FLAPS

http://www.ehowa.com/showpicture.shtml?image=callingforbackup.jpg Sometimes I get the same confusion in the oil aisle clay 2002 s430 - Victor, a Stately & well tailored chap 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green 1976 300D - Blei Vanst - it looks silvery 1972 220D - Gump - She was green,

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

Just sent the photos I forgot to send. Yes I have a volt meter. In the breaker box I do have 2 sets of double pole breakers. One probably goes to the 220 outlet and maybe the other one goes to this box. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 21, 2015, at 12:17 PM, WILTON via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

On Sat, 21 Nov 2015 12:45:05 -0600 Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote: > >I have 1 220 outlet in my shop but it's not really in a good > >location. I need a couple more installed for future lifts and air > >compressor. I have a couple of blank boxes in the shop with no >

Re: [MBZ] Generators

Jim Sez: I have one of those 800W HF things. $99, still in the box. I was thinking of it as a trunk accessory in case of trouble on the road. Filled up all 3 forklift tanks today. $62. Each little tank is like burning a $20 bill. Lasts only a little longer, too! :-) More laundry today,

Re: [MBZ] This sounds like something that would happen in thePoosneighborhood

Welcome abroad! --R On 11/21/15 10:40 AM, WILTON via Mercedes wrote: Welcome aboard! Wilton - Original Message - From: "Rich Thomas via Mercedes" To: Cc: "Rich Thomas" Sent: Saturday, November

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

'Sounds like it'd be better to call a pro, but meanwhile, can we see, at least, a photo of the "heavy" wires in that box? Ya have a volt meter? Wilton - Original Message - From: "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" To: Cc: "Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] Generators

I had a 25kW LP powered generator at my other house. No HOA regulations affected it, and to be honest there’s no way they could restrict or prevent something like it. That’s more of a code issue than anything else. And it was quiet, too. Quieter than my 5 ton AC unit. I liked how my

Re: [MBZ] Generators

Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote: I am sure in India and in china they have small cheap diesel generators. Our wunnerful goobers are undoubtedly blocking import of such useful things. I've seen a few 3600 rpm Made in China units for around $1700 IIRC, or a little cheaper than a contractor

Re: [MBZ] in praise of 4 wheel drive

My theory is district gerrymandering results in the most extreme candidate winning, either party. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On November 20, 2015 11:33:30 PM EST, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: >That's so they can be home with their

Re: [MBZ] Generators

Way to go, gouger! --R On 11/21/15 9:15 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: When we had hurricanes back in 2004 I rented out 100’ extension cords on my cul-de-sac for $100/each. Dan On Nov 21, 2015, at 9:13 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: Maybe Dan could power

[MBZ] Fwd: 220 outlets

Here are the photos Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" > Date: November 21, 2015 at 12:08:35 PM CST > To: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Subject: 220 outlets > > I have 1 220 outlet in my shop but it's not really in a good location. I

Re: [MBZ] OT - How women must feel at the FLAPS

clay via Mercedes wrote: http://www.ehowa.com/showpicture.shtml?image=callingforbackup.jpg Sometimes I get the same confusion in the oil aisle https://www.pinterest.com/pin/239676011392813773/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Fan clutch, almost final

Finally got the oil in the fan clutch. I followed this instruction after wasting time and torch with the method of trying to get it in where the pin goes behind the bimetal thermostat. http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w163-m-class/1583106-ml-320-fan-clutch-repair.html I drilled a 3/16 hole.

Re: [MBZ] Generators

On Sat, 21 Nov 2015 09:13:02 -0500 Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: > Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote: > > > I am sure in India and in china they have small cheap diesel > > generators. Our wunnerful goobers are undoubtedly blocking import of > > such useful things. > >

Re: [MBZ] Generators

On Fri, 20 Nov 2015 22:57:01 -0600 fmiser via Mercedes wrote: > > > Gerry wrote: > > > > > > Years ago we used Amoco "white gas", > > > Curt wrote: > > > > White gas is the same thing as camping fuel and is not pure > > octane, > Fmiser wrote: > I think Gerry is

Re: [MBZ] $500 rodbender

OM606 turbo from a '98 or '99 E300. Keep the mechanical injection pump and the transmission in the recipient, take the engine with turbo and intercooler from the donor. Nice power bump. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On November 21, 2015 4:34:51 PM EST, Rich Thomas via

Re: [MBZ] Good movie

I met him and his wife once and they were just nice people. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, November 21, 2015 7:23 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Rich Thomas Subject: [MBZ] Good movie

Re: [MBZ] Generators

Maybe a milsurp 120/240v diesel would be handy, just make sure it's single phase. You can rewire most 3-phase units zigzag for single-phase. The unit is derated, of course. Our 40kW 3-phase unit is 26kW zigzag, as it is currently wired. Doesn't matter, we're limited by the 40A (or 50A)

Re: [MBZ] $500 rodbender

Or mebbe a GM 3800 V-6? The displacement's about right... On Sat, Nov 21, 2015 at 3:52 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > OM602 or 603 from a 300D or SDL would be the logical thing. OM606 if ya > find one. > > Didn't Kaleb have that odd goobermnt surplus OM603?

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

ps we are in Nowata Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 21, 2015, at 1:34 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > When ya gonna be home next week? (turkey day week) It might work... > > You can move the switches, or change to 3 way and run a wire from the current > to

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

On Sat, Nov 21, 2015 at 12:08 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I have 1 220 outlet in my shop but it's not really in a good location. I > need a couple more installed for future lifts and air compressor. I have a > couple of blank boxes in the shop with no

Re: [MBZ] $500 rodbender

http://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/5322335421.html "ENGINE DUMPED IT'S OIL, SELF DESTRUCTED" Translation: I'm a moron, so I'll blame the engine. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] $500 rodbender

OM602 or 603 from a 300D or SDL would be the logical thing. OM606 if ya find one. Didn't Kaleb have that odd goobermnt surplus OM603? Maybe from a unimog? THen there's the SBC, or hemi or Cleveland Frod options ...perkins... What else could drop in there to replace the lump? --R

Re: [MBZ] $500 rodbender

Yep; '91 350SDL (126); timing chain broke at 79 kmi; new chain and buncha stuff. Then I drove it another ~125-130 kmi (don't remember 'zackly) 'til engine crapped out again. Tim Crone has it; what's latest, Tim? Wilton - Original Message - From: "Mitch Haley via Mercedes"

Re: [MBZ] $500 rodbender

Chevy has the oil pump on the wrong end, only front oil pump US engines fit around the cross member. If you are going to bastardize it, use a Chrysler 440. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Generators

Very little inexpensive land on the wet side. A ferry ride might find some soggy place to stack cars in the boonies. clay 2002 s430 - Victor, a Stately & well tailored chap 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green 1976 300D - Blei Vanst - it looks silvery 1972 220D - Gump - She was green,

Re: [MBZ] cheap W140

Could be a nice car. It’s a 96, which is good. 55k? Hardly broke in. Mirror is an easy fix, Inside looks a little thrashed for only having 55k, however. Dan > On Nov 21, 2015, at 3:48 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Like I really need another 140...at

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

That 50A 220V outlet is probably the 3-prong triangle sort of arrangement? Like a dryer plug? Or two spades then another one vertical to them in the middle? I can't remember all the various types for the different loads. You can come off there and put in another similar outlet, you have to

[MBZ] cheap W140

Like I really need another 140...at least it's not black. http://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/5294967370.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] $500 rodbender

Those were the ones known for timing chain skip, si? -MMM- On Sat, Nov 21, 2015 at 3:24 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > http://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/5322335421.html > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list

Re: [MBZ] OT - How women must feel at the FLAPS

I grew up with two sisters and my mother. After awhile, I simply got blasé and asked what brand and size they wanted. -MMM- On Sat, Nov 21, 2015 at 12:34 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > clay via Mercedes wrote: > >>

Re: [MBZ] $500 rodbender

On Sat, Nov 21, 2015 at 3:34 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > What else could drop in there to replace the lump? > > http://www.solutionsiq.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Hamster-wheel.jpg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

The one that is already in the shop is a 50 amp I believe as has 2 flat prongs on top and the ground at the bottom, triangle shaped. That is where I currently plugged in my compressor. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 21, 2015, at 2:31 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] $500 rodbender

M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes wrote: Those were the ones known for timing chain skip, si? I doubt it if it's actually a 1994. Wilton's car with the bad timing chain was a W126 I think. There might have been a few 1992 W140s with the bad chains. I'm thinking it might be interesting to put a

Re: [MBZ] Generators

I've had poor luck rebuilding small engine carbs, my 1965 Snapper 308X has a circa 1988 Tech in it that needed carb work,I could never get the right kit but for $90 I got a whole new carb which was magically plug and play and has been fine for 3 or 4 years now. I just changed the oil to put it

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

When ya gonna be home next week? (turkey day week) It might work... You can move the switches, or change to 3 way and run a wire from the current to the additional switches. If the picture I can't see has wires connected to the double breaker, then it is a 220 circuit. 120V should have a

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

I should be home Wednesday on. I have to go to Ponca city about once a week. We have a customer over there. I am straight east of Ponca City on 60 Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 21, 2015, at 1:34 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > When ya gonna be home next week?

Re: [MBZ] 220 outlets

On Sat, 21 Nov 2015 13:10:14 -0600 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: > My shop is kind of retarded. So the walk in door is at 1 end, the > breaker box is at the other and this is where they also located the > light switches, right next to the breaker box. The 220 or

[MBZ] $500 rodbender

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Re: [MBZ] $500 rodbender

What else could drop in there to replace the lump? --R On 11/21/15 4:24 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: http://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/5322335421.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] amoco white gas

folks amoco white gas as sold in SC and georgia in the 60's and 70's was high test and lead free i always ran it in coleman stoves without problems here's what wikipedia says: American Oil chose to continue marketing its premium-grade "Amoco-Gas" (later Amoco Super-Premium) as a lead-free