Re: [MBZ] 1988 Mercedes Benz $12000

Either he smoked his way through the Madison county pot fields, or his zero key stuck. On Tue, Jul 11, 2017 at 8:20 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > 1988 Mercedes Benz > http://littlerock.craigslist.org/cto/6215085119.html > > via cPro for Craigslist >

Re: [MBZ] airmatic fail

I have no toys the make these electronic cars work. I am going to only be old school in my rides from now on. Maybe I can scrape the car to my indy and have him do something clay > On Jul 10, 2017, at 7:27 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Did you

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

Jaguars that color are cobalt blue. On Tue, Jul 11, 2017 at 9:19 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Great! Thank you! > > -D > > > > On Jul 11, 2017, at 7:32 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > Dan sez: > > > >> I found one at a

Re: [MBZ] Just like Dan's BATmobile?

Colorado beige (??) with bi-tone palomino interior. Pretty color combo. On Tue, Jul 11, 2017 at 4:10 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/6161183804.html > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To

Re: [MBZ] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

More importantly, is the spindle OK? I had a W108 that made the weirdest noise I could never track down. The next owner told me it was the right front wheel bearing. What’s weird was that the sound did not seem to be coming from the front wheels... -D > On Jul 11, 2017, at 8:46 AM, Meade

Re: [MBZ] Escape From Okie Acres

It’s definitely green, but a very dark green. Since the lighting that I took the pictures in was pretty subdued I can see why it might appear to be almost black now. I’ll take more on a sunny day and it will look better, I suspect. -D > On Jul 11, 2017, at 9:16 AM, Floyd Thursby via

Re: [MBZ] Escape From Okie Acres

It's blue green. I'll get the paint code off of it in a little bit and find out the exact name of the color. I have to order a tube of touch up paint for it anyway. The data card in the EPC says it's maroon. Go figure. -D > On Jul 11, 2017, at 12:10 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Escape From Okie Acres

Right off the data plate: 257 H - "Dark Turquoise” It does look kind of dark when you look at a paint chip, but in person it’s definitely green. -D > On Jul 11, 2017, at 7:19 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > It's blue green. I'll get the paint code off of it in

Re: [MBZ] I was born retarded with severe brain damage, but I then chose too smoke too much crack, and snort too much blow as an adult

The original white paint is bursting with color --FT On 7/10/17 10:28 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1986-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-THE-BEST-W126-DIESEL-16K-MILES-TIME-CAPSULE-/122592015029?epid=83324659=item1c8b0db2b5:g:jFQAAOSwjiFZY7-O=mtr

Re: [MBZ] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

Those do look like a little noisy Both from one side or from opposite sides? - Max Charleston SC On Tue, Jul 11, 2017 at 12:18 AM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > There was a noise from the front end of our "new" W124 300D/2.5 Turbo > which sounded like

Re: [MBZ] Escape From Okie Acres

On my monitor, it is clearly green and not black. Judging from past comments by Andrew on the colors of car photos online, I suspect either a color calibration problem on his set up, or color-blindness brought on by global warming. - Max Charleston SC On Tue, Jul 11, 2017 at 9:20

Re: [MBZ] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 08:49:35 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > More importantly, is the spindle OK? Yes. And, interestingly, the bad bearing's race showed no damage. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Escape From Okie Acres

On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 09:41:23 -0400 Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > On my monitor, it is clearly green and not black. Judging from past > comments by Andrew on the colors of car photos online, I suspect either > a color calibration problem on his set up, or

[MBZ] American Land Yachts

My brother has a thing for old American cars. He currently has a 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix with 40,000 miles totally original, a 1983 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham Coupe with 60,000 miles, and he just sold his 1977 Thunderbird Town Landau with only 21,000 miles. He made a good profit on the

Re: [MBZ] Escape From Okie Acres

It was in the driveway this morning next to the 040 Black 350SDL. Clearly green. -D > On Jul 11, 2017, at 10:51 AM, Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > > On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 09:41:23 -0400 Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > >> On my monitor, it

Re: [MBZ] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

That'll buff right out --FT On 7/11/17 12:18 AM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: There was a noise from the front end of our "new" W124 300D/2.5 Turbo which sounded like wheel bearings. After replacing both bearings and the seals on both sides, I found out what the trouble was. In the process, I

Re: [MBZ] Escape From Okie Acres

I like that color. the daughter unit's "new" 124 is spruce green, not quite as dark --FT On 7/11/17 7:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Right off the data plate: 257 H - "Dark Turquoise” It does look kind of dark when you look at a paint chip, but in person it’s definitely green. -D

Re: [MBZ] American Land Yachts

When I was a kid, we had a '72 T-bird, pretty much the same body as this car. I believe it had a 429 Cleveland and was plenty fast for the time. Not very good in WI snow, but just ran and ran. I think it had over 200k when we finally sold it. - Max Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 08:46:33 -0400 Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > Those do look like a little noisy > > Both from one side or from opposite sides? Both pictures are of the bearing that was on the driver's side. Craig ___

Re: [MBZ] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

How did the grease look? - Max Charleston SC ___ 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] American Land Yachts

It doesn't have that much horsepower (200 HP), but it has almost 400 lbs of torque. BUT, that's a massive car to get moving. Horsepower and torque has changed so much since then. A new Honda Civic has a 1.5L turbo engine and it makes 174 Horsepower. The thing that amazes me is the Ford

Re: [MBZ] American Land Yachts

On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 17:01:36 + Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote: > It is surprising how GM tried to make a low power engine work in so > many big cars. CAFE, Corporate Average Fuel Economy. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

[MBZ] OT: Best customer service ever

I have this little electrical probe that detects voltage in wires. I went to use it this morning, it would not stay on. So I call up Greenlee the manufacturer, someone answers in about 30sec, I explain to her the problem. She says it has a lifetime warranty, send me a picture and your address

Re: [MBZ] Fw: 1998 MERCEDES E300 TURBO DIESEL

Looks like it has a cloud roof --FT On 7/11/17 12:22 PM, Fred Moir via Mercedes wrote: Not Mine. (Dangit!) Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred. From: nore...@craigslist.org Sent: 11 July 2017 12:21 To: fredh.s...@hotmail.com

Re: [MBZ] Fw: 1998 MERCEDES E300 TURBO DIESEL

On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 12:42:57 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > It’s the program mode selector switch for the electronic (722.6xx) > transmission. “W” - Winter and “S” - Standard. The winter setting is > for driving in snow and ice and also has the transmission start

Re: [MBZ] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

> Craig wrote: > After replacing both bearings and the seals on both sides, I > found out what the trouble was. You replaced those? A bit of sand paper and some emery cloth and those could be made good as new. Just kidding! Good job getting to them before they caused more serious damage.

Re: [MBZ] Fw: 1998 MERCEDES E300 TURBO DIESEL

Winter and sport mode. In w trans starts in 2nd. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 11, 2017, at 11:32 AM, Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > > On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 16:22:51 + Fred Moir via Mercedes > wrote: > >> 1998 MERCEDES E300 TURBO DIESEL >> >>

Re: [MBZ] Fw: 1998 MERCEDES E300 TURBO DIESEL

That is pretty reasonable if it's legit. Probably had a paint job due to badges in the wrong side of trunk. Could be hiding a rust problem. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 11, 2017, at 11:22 AM, Fred Moir via Mercedes > wrote: > > Not Mine. (Dangit!) > > > Fred Moir. >

Re: [MBZ] American Land Yachts

That 460 probably had as much oomph as my lawn tractor now. I had a 75 Grand Prix, I think it was the 400 not 455, it had all kinds of choking plumbing on it, carburetor, it never ran that well. My dad had a 71 Bonneville with the 455 I think, somewhere in there he bought one of those Olds

[MBZ] Fw: 1998 MERCEDES E300 TURBO DIESEL

Not Mine. (Dangit!) Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred. From: nore...@craigslist.org Sent: 11 July 2017 12:21 To: fredh.s...@hotmail.com Subject: 1998 MERCEDES E300 TURBO DIESEL fredy4.s...@yahoo.com forwarded you this from

Re: [MBZ] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 10:53:11 -0400 Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > How did the grease look? Rather black and there was virtually none in the hub's cap (this is the outer bearing). Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Fw: 1998 MERCEDES E300 TURBO DIESEL

On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 16:22:51 + Fred Moir via Mercedes wrote: > 1998 MERCEDES E300 TURBO DIESEL > > http://worcester.craigslist.org/cto/6214121655.htm What's the W-S switch next to the shifter in https://images.craigslist.org/00G0G_79yl8hhGKGY_600x450.jpg ? I saw one

Re: [MBZ] American Land Yachts

On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 11:33:38 -0500 "M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes" wrote: > Sorta like my mom's beloved '66 Coupe Deville. Press on the accelerator > and the speedometer would go up about the same rate as the gas gauge > went down... :D It can pass anything on the

Re: [MBZ] Fw: 1998 MERCEDES E300 TURBO DIESEL

It’s the program mode selector switch for the electronic (722.6xx) transmission. “W” - Winter and “S” - Standard. The winter setting is for driving in snow and ice and also has the transmission start in 2nd gear. In the “S” mode you start in 1st gear and it also affects the downshifting when

[MBZ] E320 Martha'ing

Gave the E320 a once-over this morning. Did the clay bar thing, picked up a lot of crud out of the finish. A definite improvement even if you can’t see the difference. Looking closely there are a lot of fine scratches in the finish, either from automatic car washes or just wear. I’m going to

Re: [MBZ] Escape From Okie Acres

WOW! That looks like a very nice car! Low miles for 15 years old. How much did you get it for if you don't mind me asking. I would love to find one this nice for my wife. Don Snook -Original Message- From: d...@penoff.com [mailto:d...@penoff.com] Sent: Monday, July 10, 2017

Re: [MBZ] American Land Yachts

Sorta like my mom's beloved '66 Coupe Deville. Press on the accelerator and the speedometer would go up about the same rate as the gas gauge went down... :D -MMM- ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] American Land Yachts

On Tue, Jul 11, 2017 at 11:36 AM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > It can pass anything on the highway except a gas station ... > > Prezackly! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Okie weenies?

I wondered what it was supposed to be. The first time I saw one down in OK, I thought something had splashed onto the plate. It looks strange. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Saturday, July 08, 2017 6:12 AM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Too hot to touch

I decided to check the interior temp of my black car yesterday. It was 100 degrees in Wichita and my car was parked in the parking lot full sun from 1 pm to 5 pm. I had a temp gauge in it. It was 150 degrees! AND this car has some light tint on the windows. Don Snook -Original

Re: [MBZ] OT: Best customer service ever

The Crock Pot people are right up there. Bought a new Crock Pot for the wife for Xmas last year. She wanted a new one, and ours was pretty old and wasn’t as fancy as newer ones with the removable crock and all that. So I saw one on sale at Costco last November and bought it. Back in April I

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

All those switches are part of a complete assembly, not available separate. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 11, 2017, at 1:52 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > There’s a switch on the console that just to the left of the outside mirror > joystick that is supposed

Re: [MBZ] OT: Land Yacht problem

Weak coil? Weak fuel pump? Check the points and inside of the distributor cap? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On July 11, 2017 3:59:02 PM EDT, Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote: >The 1977 Lincoln Mark V my brother bought is having a problem. After >he

[MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

There’s a switch on the console that just to the left of the outside mirror joystick that is supposed to be a trunk release. You can see it here: http://penoff.com/Penoff.com/2002_E320_Photos.html#20 When I pull up on it, the button comes out of the housing, so it’s obviously broken. If I

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

That’s what it looks like. I guess I was wondering if you got your hands on the assembly if the switch could be swapped out., or maybe just the button. It’s a crappy design, as it requires the operator to pull up and due to the delay that’s present before the trunk lid opens, I suspect people

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

Nope it's all 1 big circuit board Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 11, 2017, at 1:58 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > That’s what it looks like. I guess I was wondering if you got your hands on > the assembly if the switch could be swapped out., or maybe just the

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

Dan inquires : >‎Anyone going to the knackers soon that >could look for one? Yes. On Thursday. 1/2 price sale.  Is it universal from 96-02? Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] OT: Land Yacht problem

The 1977 Lincoln Mark V my brother bought is having a problem. After he bought it, he had to drive about 180 miles home. It ran perfectly and he planned to stop about 50 miles after they started just to check the tires, oil, coolant, etc. They had lunch and when they started back up, it

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

That I understand, but it had to be assembled at some point. I’m wondering if the cover of the trunk release switch can be removed without damaging it. Sort of like how you would remove the button on a window switch. > On Jul 11, 2017, at 3:05 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 12:45:48 -0500 fmiser via Mercedes wrote: > > Craig wrote: > > > After replacing both bearings and the seals on both sides, I > > found out what the trouble was. > > You replaced those? > > A bit of sand paper and some emery cloth and those could be

Re: [MBZ] OT: Land Yacht problem

Classic symptoms of condenser breaking down and that car is from the era when cars had points and condenser... . Replace both. Old rule used to be, "If you think it's the carb, check the electrical, If you think it's the electrical, check the carb". Check:: Listen to how the motor dies. Is

Re: [MBZ] Needs Tune Up

EyeeeTallion Tune Up Open road.. drive it like you stole it... ??? Well.. or until it goes "rattle-rattle--- knock knock.. and wet stuff comes out in places it shouldn't ?? On Tue, Jul 11, 2017 at 1:42 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > How do you tune a OM617?

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

> On July 11, 2017 at 4:10 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > > It's unique to facelift models (1999-2002). The 210 got a new nose, turn indicator mirrors, lowered suspension, etc in 2000, so a 1999 probably won't have your switch. My 99 doesn't but it's a

Re: [MBZ] Needs Tune Up

On 11/07/2017 3:42 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: How do you tune a OM617? https://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/6213349175.html ___ Does it have adjustable valves? If so, that would help. Also, diesel purge and maybe biocide in the tank.

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

It's unique to facelift models (1999-2002). I found one at a knackers here for $70. If it's less than that, let me know. Thanks! Dan > On Jul 11, 2017, at 3:16 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Dan inquires : > >> ‎Anyone going to the knackers soon that

Re: [MBZ] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 15:13:10 -0500 OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > How many miles are on it now? 246,997 Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

[MBZ] Needs Tune Up

How do you tune a OM617? https://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/6213349175.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Just like Dan's BATmobile?

https://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/6161183804.html ___ 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] Now I know what made the noise from the front end ...

How many miles are on it now? On Tue, Jul 11, 2017 at 2:16 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > On Tue, 11 Jul 2017 12:45:48 -0500 fmiser via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Craig wrote: > > > > > After replacing both bearings and the seals on both sides, I >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Land Yacht problem

I'm thinking coil or ignition system or whatever it has. Gets hot and dies. I had one of those S10 pickups that did that regularly, a new ignition coil or whatever it was would cure it for awhile but it was the location, kinda baked it. Or crap in the fuel tank/system from not being driven

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

I would add that it has the airbag indicator in the space between the right side window switches, too. -D > On Jul 11, 2017, at 4:10 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > It's unique to facelift models (1999-2002). I found one at a knackers here > for $70. If it's

Re: [MBZ] Needs Tune Up

Rust --FT On 7/11/17 4:42 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: How do you tune a OM617? https://lansing.craigslist.org/cto/6213349175.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] 1976 Mercedes Benz 300D W115 $3500

Something seems off with this car. Looks like it's sitting way too low. 1976 Mercedes Benz 300D W115 http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/6215333053.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-iApp Android: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-App Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] It turns out Poos is a moron

260E with a slushbox. That thing must be a rocket... Mitch. > On July 11, 2017 at 9:31 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > > > He could have bought this instead. > > Classic Mercedes Benz > http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/6215102981.html > > via cPro

Re: [MBZ] It turns out Poos is a moron

I would have thought an old 260e would be a much better deal and only slightly more money. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 11, 2017, at 8:33 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > I got a much better deal for less and it was closer to home, too. Plus I > wouldn’t have

[MBZ] 1988 Mercedes Benz $12000

1988 Mercedes Benz http://littlerock.craigslist.org/cto/6215085119.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-iApp Android: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-App Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

Great! Thank you! -D > On Jul 11, 2017, at 7:32 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Dan sez: > >> I found one at a knackers here for $70. If >it's less than that, let me know. > > > Be about ten bucks, plus shipping. > Big question is, are they still there,

[MBZ] It turns out Poos is a moron

He could have bought this instead. Classic Mercedes Benz http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/6215102981.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-iApp Android: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-App Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

[MBZ] Maybe Poos wants another one?

L@@K..1991 MERCEDES 300sel...Cold AC.COLD AC. http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/6214131496.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-iApp Android: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-App Sent from my iPhone ___

Re: [MBZ] It turns out Poos is a moron

I got a much better deal for less and it was closer to home, too. Plus I wouldn’t have gotten to enjoy your wonderful company! -D > On Jul 11, 2017, at 9:31 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > He could have bought this instead. > > Classic Mercedes Benz >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Land Yacht problem

I actually prefer the spark tester that has a light in it. The jump spark ones are occasionally fiddly although they can be easier to see. -Curt From: G Mann via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: G Mann Sent:

Re: [MBZ] OT: Land Yacht problem

Matter of personal experience, however, I prefer the spark gap version because it lets me see the physical spark condition, which can gives valuable information. ie: Is the spark a thick fat blue spark? Healthy Is the spark thin and yellow, ie weak looking.. Not healthy.. likely points are

Re: [MBZ] OT: Land Yacht problem

Vapor lock? If its a spark problem as the others have suggested it should be super easy to prove with an inline spark tester... -Curt From: Donald Snook via Mercedes To: "mercedes@okiebenz.com" Cc: Donald Snook

Re: [MBZ] OT: Best customer service ever

> Floyd wrote: > I have this little electrical probe that detects voltage in > wires. > She says ... send me a picture and your address and I'll send you > the newer model. I deal with a lot of equipment and manufacturers. I'm convinced there is a lot of good gear - and not very many good

Re: [MBZ] Question for W210 owners - Trunk Release Switch

Dan sez: >I found one at a knackers here for $70. If >it's less than that, let me know. Be about ten bucks, plus shipping. Big question is, are they still there, and if they're still there, are they intact. I will let you know Thursday evening what I found.  Rick