Re: [MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Somebody already said this, but it bears repeating: Ditch your brass key(s), get real MB steel keys. The brass keys WILL cause the tumbler to fail prematurely. Another big "no-no" is hanging a big heavy key chain attached to your ignition key, that will also increase wear and cause premature

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
A cheap HF angle grinder with a thin cut-off disk does amazingly well. It doesn't do curves, but then straight lines are easier for me to weld anyway. On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 8:42 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Have never used one [plasma cutter], but watching

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> > For $400+ you can get a reasonably modern, functional, machine. For $150 I got a Macbook Pro, C2D vintage, that's running El Capitan. Plenty new/fast enough. It's our third. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Belt Tensioner on my 98 e300d

2017-02-15 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Yes on removing shroud and fan, along with the fan clutch. The bolt in the center of the clutch accepts an 8mm hex, if you can break that puppy free, life is good, but it can be a tough one. You need to clean it out so the hex bottoms and doesn't strip. You may also need a strap wrench to

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Belt Tensioner on my 98 e300d

2017-02-15 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 15 Feb 2017 23:16:30 -0500 Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > On the OM603 engine, the water pump casing has ribs. The pulley wheel > has holes near the center that you can reach from behind. Fit the > biggest hex key you can find in one of these holes, the key

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Upgrading to the SSD probably did the trick for you. It is amazing how much faster my home and work machines are after upgrading to SSD. Adding RAM didn't help so much. - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 10:33 PM, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Belt Tensioner on my 98 e300d

2017-02-15 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
On the OM603, you need a big 12mm socket to take out the arm. I have heard the 606 has a different size. HF sells a fan clutch wrench, that is a 3/8" socket drive welded on to 1 x 1/8" steel strap that is about 2' long. It comes with some wrenches, but you need your own stubby 8mm 3/8 drive

Re: [MBZ] Dang! A Bucket List Car...

2017-02-15 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
Kind of hankering after an 80s or 90s unimog. But I know the urge will pass. The 124 completely rocks. To say it has a fat butt is an insult to w140s. What is worth owning in the lineup after the 124 body? Not much. Maybe the gwagen. On Feb 15, 2017 2:07 PM, "OK Don via Mercedes"

[MBZ] Replacing Belt Tensioner on my 98 e300d

2017-02-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
What do I need to know for this job? do I need to take the fan and shroud off? If so, what do I need to remove the fan? I guess what I'm asking is where can I find the poop on this job? Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
Have never used one [plasma cutter], but watching videos of others using them makes me think that would sure be the way to cleanly cut out the old metal. Oxyacetylene torch cuts pretty well, too. First welder I bought, it's just so handy for so many things. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] 1995 W124 300D

2017-02-15 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
Looks like cheap, nice transport. Probably all highway miles anyhow. Does it blow from the center vents? On Feb 15, 2017 2:08 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > When I spoke to the owner today he kept referring to it being “a really > old car”. > > heh. > > -D > > >

Re: [MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
Ok thanks. I wondered. But how long do tumblers typically last? And switches? On Feb 15, 2017 8:58 AM, "Fred Moir via Mercedes" wrote: > Karl. > > Brass dust dribbling out of the ignition slot means that your key is > wearing away. > > my solution was to use an MB steel

Re: [MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread Scott Ritchey via Mercedes
I replaced two 123/126 tumblers (for cause) and zero electrical switches. > -Original Message- > From: Wittnebel via Mercedes > > I keep seeing brass dust under the ignition tumbler. It works fine but makes > me > nervous. Does everyone replace the electric switch and/or steering lock

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Scott Ritchey via Mercedes
My old Dell W7x64 core 2 duo had become sluggish, probably because of stuff running in background (like transcoding and backup tasks). I was planning to buy a newer box but I had some hardware compatibility concerns. As a stop-gap, I added a second 4G of RAM and swapped the 500G HD for a new

Re: [MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I've replaced tow or three switches (behind the tumbler) and one tumbler (in a 123). The switches are very easy to replace - they just screw onto the back of the assembly. On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 9:33 PM, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I replaced two 123/126

Re: [MBZ] POS W220

2017-02-15 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
When an important dash lamp bulb in my 210 burned out after only 250,000 miles, I turned on my GPS for a nighttime speedometer and kept driving to work. Mitch. > On February 14, 2017 at 4:13 PM OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Does the car still run and drive? If

Re: [MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
No, I've only replaced the tumbler. A new tumbler will allow you to go back in to replace the other stuff later if needed. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On February 15, 2017 4:38:03 AM EST, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes wrote: >I keep seeing brass dust

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300TD Blower Motor

2017-02-15 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
Someone posted about this in the archives a year or two ago. My money is on the rotor. The brushes wear the contacting metal off in a thin groove around the rotor. This can be diagnosed by pushing upward on the bare metal end of the rotor from below, which changes the point of contact with the

Re: [MBZ] E320 wagon on BAT: "Where's the love?"

2017-02-15 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
That is like a 2k car. Just waiting for reverse to go out. The miles are probably wrong. On Feb 11, 2017 12:31 PM, "Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Ended at $4K but No Sale. > > On Fri, Feb 10, 2017 at 6:05 PM, Andrew Strasfogel > wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Joey and Joe Redner

2017-02-15 Thread archer75--- via Mercedes
On Tue, 14 Feb 2017 21:58:32 -0700 Craig via Mercedes wrote: > On Tue, 14 Feb 2017 23:18:57 -0500 archer75--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > > The Redners are an interesting clan and very typical of Tampa. Here's > > something about Redners son who

[MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
I keep seeing brass dust under the ignition tumbler. It works fine but makes me nervous. Does everyone replace the electric switch and/or steering lock at the same time as a preventative thing? On Feb 13, 2017 9:04 AM, "Randy Bennell via Mercedes" wrote: OT offering When

Re: [MBZ] OT chinee laser

2017-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Yes to Max, probably not to Curley. The software that comes with the machine (or is just generally available for these things, I'm not sure exactly how it got to be in the wild or who supports it or what) has a lot of capabilities to deal with photos. You can also do some processing in

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread tyee165 via Mercedes
How is the structure that you would weld them to? Might the budget stretch to a plasma cutter? Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A Original message From: Jim Cathey via Mercedes Date: 2017-02-15 1:38 AM (GMT-06:00) To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Are there no old microwaves, refrigerators or washers lying around on the side of the road anywhere? --FT On 2/15/17 2:38 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: The muffler fell off last week, and this weekend I got it welded back on. It broke loose from the front, otherwise the parts left in

Re: [MBZ] OT chinee laser

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
I like the pet casket idea, people will pay stupid money on their children/pets. Wooden box, nice cushion inside, maybe a liner, and Poopsy's face burned into the top. Even better would be tombstones, those would probably sell like hot cakes. A casket needs to be ready on a moments notice, can't

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
If you have solid metal to weld them to and the time and inclination then why not. Should be possible to do it from the top. Weld small spots every couple of inches and use a lot of undercoating from the bottom to seal it. Don't really know how hard it is though. Manfred Jim Cathey via

Re: [MBZ] POS W220

2017-02-15 Thread tyee165 via Mercedes
Does it have a working tach?I drove a Honda Civic by the tach to judge speed for a long while Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A Original message From: Mitch Haley via Mercedes Date: 2017-02-15 5:58 AM (GMT-06:00) To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] POS W220

2017-02-15 Thread clay via Mercedes
Thank you Curley, I will see how involved the repair becomes clay > On Feb 14, 2017, at 1:32 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > I sent a list of those who advertise in the Star about a week ago. Palo Alto > Speedo has advertised in the star for 30-40 years.

Re: [MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread clay via Mercedes
Pull the tumbler now and take it to a reputable locksmith. The W123 tumblers are NLA from the fatherland or classic center. Lock jock will clean and rebuild the tumbler and cut you a reference key based on VIN to fit. clay > On Feb 15, 2017, at 3:36 AM, Max Dillon via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Seats for Kaleb

2017-02-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I would love to find a car with this interior? I did see one a while back somewhere, first one with green like that I have seen. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2017, at 7:33 PM, clay via Mercedes wrote: > > The green seats are tex, which is why they are in such good

Re: [MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread clay via Mercedes
And a cluster that fails and leave you in the dark clay > On Feb 15, 2017, at 9:09 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 15/02/2017 10:58 AM, Fred Moir via Mercedes wrote: >> Karl. >> >> Brass dust dribbling out of the ignition slot means that your key is

Re: [MBZ] POS W220

2017-02-15 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Yeah, lets take simple discreet systems, a speedo, a tacho, a temp gauge, a fuel gauge and a handful of idiot lights, (that are relatively easy to troubleshoot) and turn it into a complicated, non-repairable mess, just because we can Charge $2500 for it in place of $200. Then for good

[MBZ] Loosely Translated - The #1 Cylinder is Toast

2017-02-15 Thread Daniel Penoff via Mercedes
https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/6005442481.html -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] POS W220

2017-02-15 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Hey! good plan! I'll sell ya a cluster for the SD for $2500! For that, I'll even put in new gears in the speedo/odo! clay via Mercedes February 15, 2017 at 7:00 PM That is the plan. I am thinking the free SD will do the job much better and less expensive

Re: [MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
123 tumblers are simplicity to clean and lube once removed. My '83 240D was getting slightly sticky, I cleaned and lubed and it was good for several more years. -Curt From: clay via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: clay

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
It is probably overkill and not that cheap but a lower end Surface pro 3 is a great computer if you dont mind a smallish touch screen. Extremely portable. Runs everything. No cd drive, just a usb and a mini dvi out jack. It is old generation now and seemed cheapish last time i looked. On Feb 15,

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Really cheap would be using Oracle Box (free last I checked) on your current machine to create a virtual machine environment, then build the Windows machine inside, and you've got a temporary Win7 or Win10 machine whenever you need it. - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at

Re: [MBZ] Joey and Joe Redner

2017-02-15 Thread archer75--- via Mercedes
On Wed, 15 Feb 2017 07:51:03 -0700 Craig via Mercedes wrote: > On Wed, 15 Feb 2017 04:13:07 -0500 archer75--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > > On Tue, 14 Feb 2017 21:58:32 -0700 > > Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > > > > And we

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
I do not have one (yet) but I sure do want one. RB On 15/02/2017 10:28 AM, Kyle Arola via Mercedes wrote: Plasma cutters make it way too easy to do an amazing DIY job... I love those things! Kyle On Feb 15, 2017 11:24 AM, "Randy Bennell via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: Might

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Most of them yes. My youngest wanted one of those because it was golden in color. Didn't last very long. I though have had my G1 for many a year and it still works well. Manfred Kyle Arola via Mercedes wrote: True. Asus is a consumer class machine and not generally known for its long term

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
I wanted to keep it cheap just to do a few things. Not going to be for everyday use. Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Last year I picked up a Thinkpad T420, I think it is a 2013 model, for about $100 on eBay. Add a new battery for $30, copy of Win7 for $70, nice SSD hard drive for another

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread Kyle Arola via Mercedes
Plasma cutters make it way too easy to do an amazing DIY job... I love those things! Kyle On Feb 15, 2017 11:24 AM, "Randy Bennell via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > Might the budget stretch to a plasma cutter? >>> >>> No! >> >> -- Jim >> ___

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Kyle Arola via Mercedes
Ahhh. yes, your usage is way down from mine once or twice a year usage is not enough to spend much/any money on. Kyle On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 11:43 AM, MG via Mercedes wrote: > Way out of the ballpark for something that sits around not being used but > once or twice

Re: [MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread Fred Moir via Mercedes
Karl. Brass dust dribbling out of the ignition slot means that your key is wearing away. my solution was to use an MB steel key. YMMV Fred Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred. From: Mercedes on behalf of Karl Wittnebel via

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Kyle, Manfred asked first, I've already got the Home version, and Curt has sent me the link for downloading an ISO. I thought you were offering to me, apologies for the confusion. - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 2:50 PM, Kyle Arola via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com>

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Damn I got a speed ticket outside of Gville about 40 years ago I haint never paid, I better not show my own seff down that way... that ol boy whut givv it to me might still be rounnair sommers. No wait, I think I got it taken care of -- about 20 years ago I had a meeting with the FL Sheriffs

Re: [MBZ] Dang! A Bucket List Car...

2017-02-15 Thread Ed Booher via Mercedes
My bucket list car: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/cto/6002749281.html EdB On Sun, Feb 12, 2017 at 4:25 PM, Daniel Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Doesn’t look bad, but the miles are a little scary: > > https://tampa.craigslist.org/hdo/cto/6000845444.html > > -D > > >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Ed Booher via Mercedes
The short answer is "any of them." Computers have become kind of like toasters. They have fewer and fewer user replaceable parts, and they just expect you to use them for a few years then throw them away and buy a new one. The long answer is, any "professional grade" laptop. HP Elitebook, Dell

Re: [MBZ] 1995 W124 300D

2017-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
That's easy. It hasn't sold because 1) looks ordinary and unwashed, 2) isn't a turbo, 3) has over 200k miles, 4) is 20 years old, and 5) limited market for Mercedes sedans. It could also be that Tampa area is not exactly a hotbed for diesel enthusiasts. On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 2:50 PM, Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] 1995 W124 300D

2017-02-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 15/02/2017 2:14 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: That's easy. It hasn't sold because 1) looks ordinary and unwashed, 2) isn't a turbo, 3) has over 200k miles, 4) is 20 years old, and 5) limited market for Mercedes sedans. It could also be that Tampa area is not exactly a hotbed for

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
PM sent, I'll take it. Thanks, Manfred Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: I'd jump on that, I can't get my XP box to talk to the laser cutter, the PO had a win7 laptop he used, worked fine. Let me know. --FT On 2/15/17 12:22 PM, Fred Moir via Mercedes wrote: Manfred. I have a Toshiba

[MBZ] 1995 W124 300D

2017-02-15 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/cto/5998957523.html Talked to the owner today. Second owner, Florida car, service records, evaporator and wiring harness replaced, IP O rings replaced late last year, everything works but RR window doesn't like to go all the way down. No rust, good tires,

Re: [MBZ] 1995 W124 300D

2017-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Most any storage bin company will give you the first month free, and the next two months cheepcheep. Just sayin... --FT On 2/15/17 2:30 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/cto/5998957523.html Talked to the owner today. Second owner, Florida car, service records,

Re: [MBZ] 1995 W124 300D

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Maybe make a deal with the owner for him to store it for a couple of weeks until you sell the 140? - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 2:33 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Most any storage bin company will give you the first month free, and

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Theres a specific name for the alloy they use. The LARP (live action roleplaying) (or was it the SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism?)) guys have a saying "Thou shalt not harvest the king's metal trees." ie. don't use road signs for shields... -Curt From: Floyd Thursby

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 15/02/2017 11:58 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: This is structural, it should be old road signs... -Curt No, if it is structural, then you need parts of old bridges. RB ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Ed Booher via Mercedes
Damn, dude, wish I'd known that. I would have pointed you at instructions to build a "all version" install disk. Home and Pro are the exact same kernel, the difference is in specific options that get installed during initial run. You can take any Win7 ISO, delete a file that tells the installer

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Yep, still free: http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/server-storage/virtualbox/downloads/index.html - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 11:21 AM, Meade Dillon wrote: > Really cheap would be using Oracle Box (free last I checked) on your > current

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Way out of the ballpark for something that sits around not being used but once or twice a year. Kyle Arola via Mercedes wrote: Cheap in computing terms often doesn't include function. For $400+ you can get a reasonably modern, functional, machine. Kyle On Feb 15, 2017 11:00 AM, "MG via

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Kyle Arola via Mercedes
True. Asus is a consumer class machine and not generally known for its long term robustness or upgradability, but like with everything, MG's mileage may vary. Kyle On Feb 15, 2017 11:30 AM, "Meade Dillon via Mercedes" wrote: Adding RAM or HD space might be cheaper than

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Kyle Arola via Mercedes
I have Win 7 Pro on disk at my office. Let me know when you want it and you can come by and have it! If you need home, let me know and I will burn the .iso for you. Kyle On Feb 15, 2017 1:08 PM, "Curt Raymond via Mercedes" wrote: > Should be able to find the Win7.iso

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
This is structural, it should be old road signs... -Curt From: Floyd Thursby via Mercedes To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Floyd Thursby Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2017 8:37 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery Are there no old

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Should be able to find the Win7.iso online from Microsoft... I've got it somewhere but its too big to handoff even with dropbox... -Curt From: Meade Dillon via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Meade Dillon

Re: [MBZ] 124matic

2017-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Finished in lustrous pink-y beige. On Tue, Feb 14, 2017 at 8:04 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It is definitely not a 4 matic > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Feb 14, 2017, at 6:36 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > Has

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Cheap laptops are like cheap cars, not worth having. What you want is a used workstation quality machine. Look for a Dell Precision thats a couple years old. It'll be pennies on the dollar and be better than anything the same price thats new. -Curt From: Kyle Arola via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I'd jump on that, I can't get my XP box to talk to the laser cutter, the PO had a win7 laptop he used, worked fine. Let me know. --FT On 2/15/17 12:22 PM, Fred Moir via Mercedes wrote: Manfred. I have a Toshiba A105-S4334 (Core 2 Duo Win7 4gb 250gb power brick and decent battery) that you

[MBZ] Mexicans

2017-02-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I am currently on the wrong side of the Trump wall in Cancun Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 400E for Kaleb

2017-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I remember seeing a brand new 400E at the local dealership back in 1992 - list price was $70k and change... How the mighty have fallen. On Tue, Feb 14, 2017 at 6:20 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > too much money > > > > On 2/14/2017 4:48 PM, Dan Penoff via

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Last year I picked up a Thinkpad T420, I think it is a 2013 model, for about $100 on eBay. Add a new battery for $30, copy of Win7 for $70, nice SSD hard drive for another $50, and that is a really nice little machine. Very fast. The Win7 Pro 64 bit license key is on the sticker on the bottom of

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
I'll look into that, sounds like it may be the way to go. Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Really cheap would be using Oracle Box (free last I checked) on your current machine to create a virtual machine environment, then build the Windows machine inside, and you've got a temporary Win7 or

Re: [MBZ] ignition tumbler w123

2017-02-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 15/02/2017 10:58 AM, Fred Moir via Mercedes wrote: Karl. Brass dust dribbling out of the ignition slot means that your key is wearing away. my solution was to use an MB steel key. YMMV Fred Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred. Or, you could buy one of the new cars that has no

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Fred Moir via Mercedes
Manfred. I have a Toshiba A105-S4334 (Core 2 Duo Win7 4gb 250gb power brick and decent battery) that you can have for shipping. Fred. Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred. From: Mercedes on behalf of MG via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Maaaybe. That's my doubtful tone there but you never know. Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Adding RAM or HD space might be cheaper than buying an entire machine. Testing out Win7 or Win10 in a virtual machine first, MG might decide he likes it so much that he rolls his current machine over to

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Adding RAM or HD space might be cheaper than buying an entire machine. Testing out Win7 or Win10 in a virtual machine first, MG might decide he likes it so much that he rolls his current machine over to the newer OS, if his machine can support the bare metal installation. - Max

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> > Old microwaves... BTDT. Want to try something new. How is the structure that you would weld them to? > Meh. Thought it might be worth a shot. > Might the budget stretch to a plasma cutter? > No! -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Kyle Arola via Mercedes
Cheap in computing terms often doesn't include function. For $400+ you can get a reasonably modern, functional, machine. Kyle On Feb 15, 2017 11:00 AM, "MG via Mercedes" wrote: > I wanted to keep it cheap just to do a few things. Not going to be for > everyday use. > >

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2017-02-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Might the budget stretch to a plasma cutter? No! -- Jim ___ Have never used one, but watching videos of others using them makes me think that would sure be the way to cleanly cut out the old metal. RB ___

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
not low on that just don't want to upgrade what I'm used to and what works for everything else I do on it. So that Oracle may be the way to go. Kyle Arola via Mercedes wrote: But if your current machine is low on RAM or HD space that is not possible.. Kyle On Feb 15, 2017 11:21 AM, "Meade

Re: [MBZ] 1995 W124 300D

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Just in case no one noticed it says that it has a gas engine. Could be the reason. Manfred Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: That's easy. It hasn't sold because 1) looks ordinary and unwashed, 2) isn't a turbo, 3) has over 200k miles, 4) is 20 years old, and 5) limited market for

[MBZ] OT Laptopz

2017-02-15 Thread Fred Moir via Mercedes
To clarify. Manfred. Win 10 Pro 64 bit. If you need 32 bit i'll include an ISO. Curt (Angie) Win 10 Home 64 bit. Ditto ISO. Other:- Celeron 32 bit win10 Pro. Mix and match as needed. (I need a beer.) Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred. ___

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
no I was asking for the home for the laptop I have xp on IF I decide later to upgrade it. As of right now I'm not considering that approach at all. I just like to be prepaired. Manfred Kyle Arola via Mercedes wrote: Ah... I thought Manfred was asking for win7 home.. Was it you? I have mail

Re: [MBZ] OT: Old laptops

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Fred, are you a Toshiba / Windows sales guy or something? - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 4:17 PM, Fred Moir via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I think that I am confused. > > I have old Toshiba laptops for Manfred and Curt (Angie) . > > Is there a need for

Re: [MBZ] 1995 W124 300D

2017-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
ATTABOY! On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 4:24 PM, MG via Mercedes wrote: > Just in case no one noticed it says that it has a gas engine. > > Could be the reason. > > Manfred > > Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > >> That's easy. It hasn't sold because 1) looks ordinary and

Re: [MBZ] OT: Old laptops

2017-02-15 Thread Fred Moir via Mercedes
Max. Nope. Leftovers from a teen outreach program that teaches computer skills to Kids. Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred. From: Mercedes on behalf of Meade Dillon via Mercedes Sent: 15 February 2017

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Pro can be 32 or 64, depends on which disk you use, the official kits come with both. 64 is better if the processor supports it. -Curt From: MG via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: trainpain2...@aol.com Sent: Wednesday, February

Re: [MBZ] OT Laptopz

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Oh forgot to say-if you were here or I was there you would have a beer or more then one by now. Manfred Fred Moir via Mercedes wrote: To clarify. Manfred. Win 10 Pro 64 bit. If you need 32 bit i'll include an ISO. Curt (Angie) Win 10 Home 64 bit. Ditto ISO. Other:- Celeron 32 bit win10

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
A lot of the Deputies are a good bunch around here. Though I gotta say there are still a couple of bad ones in the bunch. Still I haven't run across any of them on business. Manfred Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Damn I got a speed ticket outside of Gville about 40 years ago I haint never

Re: [MBZ] Dang! A Bucket List Car...

2017-02-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
I would rather have this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/De_Tomaso_Pantera RB On 15/02/2017 2:47 PM, Ed Booher via Mercedes wrote: My bucket list car: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/cto/6002749281.html EdB On Sun, Feb 12, 2017 at 4:25 PM, Daniel Penoff via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Max I don't want or need the Pro version as it is a 64 bit version. Kyle was just going to burn a 32 bit home version for me. Manfred Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Kyle, Manfred asked first, I've already got the Home version, and Curt has sent me the link for downloading an ISO. I

[MBZ] OT: Old laptops

2017-02-15 Thread Fred Moir via Mercedes
I think that I am confused. I have old Toshiba laptops for Manfred and Curt (Angie) . Is there a need for another? Floyd? I have a Toshiba A105-S2051. Celeron 2gb 160gb Win10 Pro, Power and Battery etc. Not fast but runs OK for most uses. Fred Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred.

Re: [MBZ] OT Laptopz

2017-02-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Thank you Fred win 10 pro on the computer is great since I take it the computer is 64 bit. If you can also include a win 10 32 bit ISO that would be a plus. My granddaughter has win 7 on her school computer so I f I have both 64 and 32 then I can upgrade hers no matter which it is. I don't get

Re: [MBZ] OT Laptopz

2017-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Anything I get will get Linux. She's trained on it and uses it pretty well... Dunno which distro, she's using Mint now which I'm told is not good due to security holes. -Curt From: Fred Moir via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc:

Re: [MBZ] 1995 W124 300D

2017-02-15 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
When I spoke to the owner today he kept referring to it being “a really old car”. heh. -D > On Feb 15, 2017, at 3:38 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 15/02/2017 2:14 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: >> That's easy. It hasn't sold because 1)

Re: [MBZ] Dang! A Bucket List Car...

2017-02-15 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I'd rather any four wheeled Morgan: https://www.morgan-motor.co.uk/ On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 3:14 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I would rather have this: > > https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/De_Tomaso_Pantera > > RB > > > On 15/02/2017 2:47 PM, Ed Booher via

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Kyle Arola via Mercedes
No worries! I would have mailed you a disk if you needed it... I have many. Kyle On Feb 15, 2017 3:06 PM, "Meade Dillon via Mercedes" wrote: > Kyle, > > Manfred asked first, I've already got the Home version, and Curt has sent > me the link for downloading an ISO. I

Re: [MBZ] Mexicans

2017-02-15 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Fire sale at Okie Acres! Bring your trailers and haul off what you want! Just slide your cash donations under the shop door. Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes February 15, 2017 at 12:07 PM I am currently on the wrong side of the Trump wall in Cancun

[MBZ] Story Wuz: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Good story thar Floyd! Floyd Thursby via Mercedes February 15, 2017 at 2:01 PM Damn I got a speed ticket outside of Gville about 40 years ago I haint never paid, I better not show my own seff down that way... that ol boy whut givv it to me might still be

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 15 Feb 2017 15:54:32 -0500 Ed Booher via Mercedes wrote: > Damn, dude, wish I'd known that. I would have pointed you at > instructions to build a "all version" install disk. Home and Pro are > the exact same kernel, the difference is in specific options that get >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
On Wed, Feb 15, 2017 at 5:23 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > On Wed, 15 Feb 2017 15:54:32 -0500 Ed Booher via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Damn, dude, wish I'd known that. I would have pointed you at > > instructions to build a "all version" install

Re: [MBZ] OT: Laptop

2017-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Just download the .iso I listed earlier, put it on a USB drive. I can't remember the last time I burned a DVD. -Curt From: Meade Dillon via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Meade Dillon Sent: Wednesday,

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