[MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] The top news story on the 10pm news tonight

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> On August 19, 2017 at 12:45 AM "M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes" > wrote: > > > BWAH-HAW-HAW! Video worked fine for me. > QUOTES PAGE! Striplin said she's got a way with cars. "If I get in the car I've been known to be the death of that vehicle," Striplin said.

Re: [MBZ] The top news story on the 10pm news tonight

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
That’s pretty damned funny. “You should report it to the automaker.” Yeah. Like MBUSA (or any other manufacturer, for that matter) is going to care about a car that’s 20 years old and damaged from a road hazard. Did you report it to your insurer? I gotta believe there’s a way that cold be

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Nope. It’s on September 9th. Didn’t you get your flight confirmation? -D > On Aug 19, 2017, at 6:06 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Did I miss the announcement? > When is it? > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To

Re: [MBZ] 1982 Mercedes SLR

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
SL500R, read it and weep: "CO - BILL OF SALE-PARTS ONLY" - This means it can only be sold to a licensed salvage yard or recycling facility and can never be titled for road use, because the extreme cost to repair means nobody would ever make it safe again for the public roads...

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
What are the Chowdah Q details again? I can't find the email. Bob R Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 19, 2017, at 8:02 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > PVD can be pricey to fly into on the majors. > > -D > > >> On Aug 19, 2017, at 10:57 AM, Rich Thomas via

Re: [MBZ] The top news story on the 10pm news tonight

2017-08-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I only carry liability. It shouldn't be too big of a deal to replace. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 19, 2017, at 5:34 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > That’s pretty damned funny. > > “You should report it to the automaker.” > > Yeah. Like MBUSA (or any other

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
HI think I'm off that week. Is Boston the choice to fly into? Or, perhaps, drive my w210 cross country. That would be an adventure. Bob Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 19, 2017, at 6:23 AM, Dimitri via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'll be there. Excited to see you're

[MBZ] kings chariot -- a little spendy but nice

2017-08-19 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/gorgeous-low-mile-bluetec/6267924663.html -R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
PVD can be pricey to fly into on the majors. -D > On Aug 19, 2017, at 10:57 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > Or PVD > > --R > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] Today's Fun

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Low key this weekend, as I have to sit for a GIAC certification test on Monday so I need some study time…more alphabet soup! I was going to drain and refill the transmission as well as replace the filter, but my FLAPS is only carrying the high mileage Valvoline MaxLife ATF, which is not what I

Re: [MBZ] I own a ML350

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> On August 18, 2017 at 8:04 PM Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > > On August 18, 2017 at 7:51 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > > wrote: > > > No accidents reported to CARFAX > > No other damage reported to CARFAX > > >

Re: [MBZ] 1982 Mercedes SLR

2017-08-19 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
that is sad. I wonder if it could get titled in some other state --R On 8/19/17 11:22 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: SL500R, read it and weep: "CO - BILL OF SALE-PARTS ONLY" - This means it can only be sold to a licensed salvage yard or recycling facility and can never be titled for

Re: [MBZ] 1982 Mercedes SLR

2017-08-19 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
I mean it is just hail damage, not like it got smashed and wrecked. That is stupid. --R On 8/19/17 12:16 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: Not in Michigan, but maybe someplace... My salvage guy won't even buy it for me, says it's illegal to let it out of his yard except in tiny pieces.

Re: [MBZ] I own a ML350

2017-08-19 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
You have to be careful on the MLs putting on a tow hitch if you are actually going to tow something. Hooking into the lights will cause all sorts of mayhem with the light nanny, and the ABS and stability nannies will go bonkers pulling a load. To actually retrofit a proper tow system costs

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes
So who's going? I'll be there, with my wife and kids, and probably my W108 Gotta figure out where to stay that will be entertaining for them. (Beach and/or pool) Jaime On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 6:30 AM Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Nope. It’s on September 9th. > >

Re: [MBZ] The top news story on the 10pm news tonight

2017-08-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Must have been a slow news day Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 18, 2017, at 11:45 PM, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes > wrote: > > BWAH-HAW-HAW! Video worked fine for me. > > -MMM- > > On Fri, Aug 18, 2017 at 10:39 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Dimitri via Mercedes
I'll be there. Excited to see you're coming! Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 19, 2017, at 8:13 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > So who's going? I'll be there, with my wife and kids, and probably my W108 > > Gotta figure out where to stay that will be

[MBZ] 1982 Mercedes SLR

2017-08-19 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1982-mercedes-slr/6269855652.html --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Still smoking bath salts and trying to sell grandpa's SD

2017-08-19 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1985-mercedes-300-sd-turbo/6268314169.html --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
Or PVD --R On 8/19/17 10:53 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: From your place it’s probably cheapest to fly into Manchester, NH. It’s a second tier airport that Southwest uses to service the Boston area and it’s really nice and easy to get around in. Far more enjoyable than Logan. -D

Re: [MBZ] Consumer reports errors/fraud

2017-08-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Yet they sell by the MILLIONS. Fake news? On Fri, Aug 18, 2017 at 1:18 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > In one of the articles I quoted, one guy said he pointed out things like > broken valves hidden in "routine maintenance" at the toada stealer. That > is part

Re: [MBZ] Pahtz, 97 Mercedes E300 diesel parts car

2017-08-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
If the interior is decent it's a GREAT deal. On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 10:12 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Seems like a good deal > > --R > > > > On 8/18/17 7:21 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > >> Darn I could sure use that. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >>

Re: [MBZ] Still smoking bath salts and trying to sell grandpa's SD

2017-08-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
$11k for an admittedly flawed 300SD? I think not. On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 10:24 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1985-mercedes-300-sd > -turbo/6268314169.html > > --R > > > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I'm cooking so I better be there. Gotta go to LA the day after. Need to do brakes on the Golf this week to spruce it up for the trip. Maybe wash and wax too. Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 5:14 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes wrote:

[MBZ] ML Radiator fun

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
There is a plastic tie, speared through the middle of the condenser, radiator, and a big rubber donut pad between the two coolers. Is that factory? It looks like one of the mounting gizmos that comes with a stupid aftermarket transmission cooler. Any way to remove it non-destructively?

Re: [MBZ] 1982 Mercedes SLR

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
Not in Michigan, but maybe someplace... My salvage guy won't even buy it for me, says it's illegal to let it out of his yard except in tiny pieces. So your first problem is finding somebody that Copart will allow to bid on it who is willing to bid on it for you. Alabama used to be a famous

Re: [MBZ] The top news story on the 10pm news tonight

2017-08-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Best news story of 2017. On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 9:13 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I only carry liability. It shouldn't be too big of a deal to replace. > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Aug 19, 2017, at 5:34 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Sherry and I will be there, driving down from Boston. -D > On Aug 19, 2017, at 8:13 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > So who's going? I'll be there, with my wife and kids, and probably my W108 > > Gotta figure out where to stay that will be entertaining

Re: [MBZ] Pahtz, 97 Mercedes E300 diesel parts car

2017-08-19 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
Seems like a good deal --R On 8/18/17 7:21 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Darn I could sure use that. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 18, 2017, at 5:32 PM, Fred Moir via Mercedes wrote: Not! etc. Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred.

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
From your place it’s probably cheapest to fly into Manchester, NH. It’s a second tier airport that Southwest uses to service the Boston area and it’s really nice and easy to get around in. Far more enjoyable than Logan. -D > On Aug 19, 2017, at 9:59 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] kings chariot -- a little spendy but nice

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
That’s not terribly out of line for that car. -D > On Aug 19, 2017, at 10:26 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/gorgeous-low-mile-bluetec/6267924663.html > > -R > > > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] kings chariot -- a little spendy but nice

2017-08-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Although black is a turn off the interior is swell. On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 10:56 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > That’s not terribly out of line for that car. > > -D > > > > On Aug 19, 2017, at 10:26 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Still smoking bath salts and trying to sell grandpa's SD

2017-08-19 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I'll bid $500 for the car. as is... $11,000 ... 32 yr old car. setting and not attended Pass the meth... On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 9:18 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > $11k for an admittedly flawed 300SD? I think not. > > On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at

Re: [MBZ] I own a ML350

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
What year is your ML? W163 or W164? My 2003 is just like in the etrailer videos, take out the four little bolts that hold the bumper plastic on, pull off the bumper, put it on the cargo floor with the left end hanging out because of the antenna wire (easier than unhooking the antennae like in

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
I’ll let Curt respond in detail, but the basics are Saturday, September 9th starting at 10:00(?) at Goddard Memorial State Park in Warwick, RI. http://www.riparks.com/Locations/LocationGoddard.html -D > On Aug 19, 2017, at 12:12 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
Isn't it better to spend 9 days in New England than in Florida this time of year? Mitch. > On August 19, 2017 at 1:16 PM MG via Mercedes wrote: > > > It sure would be. Too bad I can't go. My High school reunion is > the next weekend in New York and I'm not about to do

Re: [MBZ] I own a ML350

2017-08-19 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
its a 2012 so maybe things got more complex as the builds went on. Sounds like you got a much easier job of it. Report as to how it all works out! --R On 8/19/17 1:02 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: What year is your ML? W163 or W164? My 2003 is just like in the etrailer videos, take

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Sat, 19 Aug 2017 13:36:39 -0400 Rich Thomas via Mercedes wrote: > Speaking of HS reunions, next weekend is mine in Ft Wayne Indiana, I'm > going to be driving up there then back through Western KY to see my > dad. I don't think there are any listbenzers on the route

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Thu, 17 Aug 2017 00:44:27 -0400 Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > Any news on the transmission problem Craig? I called Marc at SUN VALLEY MERCEDES TRANSMISSIONS 15468 Cabrito Rd. Van Nuys, CA. 91406 Phone: 818-782-2300

Re: [MBZ] I own a ML350

2017-08-19 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Sounds like you got a pretty sweet deal! I'm curious what kind of mileage you'll get. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Swap motors? --R Sent from iPhone > On Aug 19, 2017, at 5:33 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Sat, 19 Aug 2017 13:44:08 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> If you find any of the other actuators leaking let me know. > > I

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
You can’t disassemble those motors. Not without destroying something in the process. Don’t ask me how I know. -D > On Aug 19, 2017, at 6:19 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Sat, 19 Aug 2017 17:48:50 -0400 Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Radiator fun

2017-08-19 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Will the new bent radiator even fit in place? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Radiator fun

2017-08-19 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
What company did the shipping? Rick   Original Message   From: Mitch Haley via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, August 19, 2017 6:05 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Reply To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Mitch Haley Subject: Re: [MBZ] Radiator fun They refunded me and told me to keep it, so I'm going to

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread MG via Mercedes
Wat to go Craig. Sounds like you are on the right track for the transmission. Also sounds like you have a bit of work to do replacing all those parts. MG Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Thu, 17 Aug 2017 00:44:27 -0400 Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Any news on the

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
HA no worries about what you're driving, we've had VWs 2 or 3 years in a row. I attach an MB hubcap to the grill for a disguise. To save money for the trip camp out. Our local campground is under $30 a day... -Curt On Saturday, August 19, 2017, 7:13:20 PM EDT, MG via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Sat, 19 Aug 2017 17:48:50 -0400 Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > Swap motors? I thought about that, but the fan is pressed onto the motor shaft. Even if I did have a press, the pressing operation is not symmetrical -- that is it's meant to be pressed on, but not

Re: [MBZ] Radiator fun

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
They refunded me and told me to keep it, so I'm going to find out. If not, I'll reorder tomorrow night and hope I have another one Tuesday. Looks like the bow in the bottom rail might hit the truck chassis when I drop it in place. It must have fallen out of the box (the box had been opened and

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread MG via Mercedes
Probably no contest until you add in the cost of an extra 6 nights of hotel fees. I guess I'm too cheap to go to those lengths to have some fun. Or maybe I'm just a bit afraid of having people who know see the wreck I'm driving. It's not too good close up. Lots of peeling clearcoat. MG

Re: [MBZ] Radiator fun

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> On August 19, 2017 at 7:14 PM Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > > What company did the shipping? Fedex Ground, not United Parcel Smashers, so it's kind of surprising, especially since they had it for about 16 hours before it went on the delivery truck. Packages

Re: [MBZ] Estate 79 CD

2017-08-19 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
That estate sale woman called me and said the seller accepted my offer on the CD. Ohsh... I haven't driven it yet so guess I'd better do that after the eclipse madness. Maybe I'll find something I can beat the guy down a bit... I don't really want or need the thing but I guess I could flip it

Re: [MBZ] Allen took it in the behind

2017-08-19 Thread archer75--- via Mercedes
Tough luck! Glad you didn't get hurt worse, Clay. Keep us posted. Numbness can indicate damage to the spinal nerves, or even worse, to the spinal cord. You might want to check on wearing a neck brace until you see your doctor in order to prevent any further damage if an intervertebral disc has

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Sat, 19 Aug 2017 18:22:07 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > You can’t disassemble those motors. Not without destroying something > in the process. That's what I figured. > Don’t ask me how I know. OK, I won't. Craog ___

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> On August 19, 2017 at 7:18 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > > HA no worries about what you're driving, we've had VWs 2 or 3 years in a row. > I attach an MB hubcap to the grill for a disguise. > To save money for the trip camp out. Our local campground is

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Sat, 19 Aug 2017 22:11:32 -0400 (EDT) Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: > Attaboy! > How many weeks have "we" been going to church together since the > extended stay in the ABQ hospital? Mitch. This will be the first time. Craig ___

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> On August 19, 2017 at 7:13 PM MG via Mercedes wrote: > > > Or maybe I'm just a bit afraid of having people who know see the > wreck I'm driving. It's not too good close up. Lots of peeling > clearcoat. My 2.3-16 was just starting to peel on the roof and the exhaust

[MBZ] Allen took it in the behind

2017-08-19 Thread redghost--- via Mercedes
I was driving to work this afternoon. Five cars ahead of me stopped at the intersection, so I stopped as well. Next thing I know, my glasses fly off my face, my forehead hits the wheel and and I am all con-fuddled. Some granola, hairy legged, birkenstock gal slammed her honda into my bumper. I

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Sat, 19 Aug 2017 19:16:26 -0400 MG via Mercedes wrote: > Wat to go Craig. Sounds like you are on the right track for the > transmission. Also sounds like you have a bit of work to do > replacing all those parts. Thank you, MG. Craig

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Bravo! I'll bet it will work just fine. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
Attaboy! How many weeks have "we" been going to church together since the extended stay in the ABQ hospital? Mitch. > On August 19, 2017 at 8:41 PM Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > I put the fan assembly and shroud back together. I'll put the bumper back > on afternight so

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
I have recovered MB fans in this manner. If they’re not completely frozen up sometimes you can resurrect them with a good soaking of Kroil and spinning them. Hopefully you’ll be able to get this one going, just be careful if it’s loose and you put juice to it - they’re very powerful and will

Re: [MBZ] Estate 79 CD

2017-08-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
How much? Maybe I should buy it off you. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 19, 2017, at 9:34 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > That estate sale woman called me and said the seller accepted my offer on the > CD. Ohsh... I haven't driven it yet so guess I'd

Re: [MBZ] Estate 79 CD

2017-08-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Does it have an unbuggered burlwood dash? On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 11:07 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > How much? Maybe I should buy it off you. > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Aug 19, 2017, at 9:34 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] Allen took it in the behind

2017-08-19 Thread redghost--- via Mercedes
Oh, Yeah, I got to use my First Aid kit to patch up my bleeding head. These cars are too cool. clay - Original Message - From: "redghost--- via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: redgh...@comcast.net Sent: Saturday,

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Sat, 19 Aug 2017 22:47:53 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > I have recovered MB fans in this manner. If they’re not completely > frozen up sometimes you can resurrect them with a good soaking of Kroil > and spinning them. How do you get to the front bearing? >

Re: [MBZ] Today's Fun

2017-08-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Sat, 19 Aug 2017 11:15:37 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > Second thing on the list was to polish the headlights, which were > getting a little cloudy. > > Got this kit from 3M via Amazonia: > >

Re: [MBZ] 1982 Mercedes SLR

2017-08-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
> On August 19, 2017 at 12:24 PM Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > > I mean it is just hail damage, not like it got smashed and wrecked. > That is stupid. Some hail cars can be barely damaged, some can look like they were vandalized with a hammer. Most of the

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread MG via Mercedes
It sure would be. Too bad I can't go. My High school reunion is the next weekend in New York and I'm not about to do that trip two weekends in a row from down here in Fl. Have fun! MG Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: HI think I'm off that week. Is Boston the choice to fly into? Or,

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
Speaking of HS reunions, next weekend is mine in Ft Wayne Indiana, I'm going to be driving up there then back through Western KY to see my dad. I don't think there are any listbenzers on the route or I would stop by and mooch something off y'all. --R On 8/19/17 1:16 PM, MG via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Consumer reports errors/fraud

2017-08-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Excluding this group, f course. We have a waiver of that rule. On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 2:13 PM, tyee165 via Mercedes wrote: > Look for the recent post that explains that 88 of the next 100 people you > meet are dumber than a bag full of hammers. That will explain why

Re: [MBZ] Today's Fun

2017-08-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
I started to undertake this process on my own until I realized my formerly substantial supply of wet sanding paper was somehow nowhere near what I recalled it being. That said, it’s not a terribly difficult job to do if you had all the right grits of paper available. I had a couple of gaps in

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Depends on the track of the whatever hurricane is lashing the East Coast. On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 1:36 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Speaking of HS reunions, next weekend is mine in Ft Wayne Indiana, I'm > going to be driving up there then back through Western KY

Re: [MBZ] Consumer reports errors/fraud

2017-08-19 Thread tyee165 via Mercedes
Look for the recent post that explains that  88 of the next 100 people you meet are dumber than a bag full of hammers. That will explain why people who rely on CR buy Toyotas. Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A Original message From: Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
If you find any of the other actuators leaking let me know. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 19, 2017, at 12:47 PM, Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > > On Thu, 17 Aug 2017 00:44:27 -0400 Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Any news on the

Re: [MBZ] More problems ...

2017-08-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Sat, 19 Aug 2017 13:44:08 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: > If you find any of the other actuators leaking let me know. I don't know yet, but I do know the right-rear door won't lock by the vacuum system; I have to push that button down manually. Craig

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 10

2017-08-19 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Boston is an easy ride, half hour or so. Providence is right there if it's cheaper. We could provide transport from PVD. Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Sat, Aug 19, 2017 at 9:59 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: HI think I'm off that week. Is

Re: [MBZ] kings chariot -- a little spendy but nice

2017-08-19 Thread Russ Williams via Mercedes
I'll put my car up against it any time. Yes mine has 40k more miles but it was over 4k cheaper. Russ W On Sat,8/19/17 09:56, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: That’s not terribly out of line for that car. -D On Aug 19, 2017, at 10:26 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes