Re: [MBZ] Rattle rattle rattle under the hood

The whole shock is a whopping $31.00 from most suppliers. Why would you spend 2-3 times that in effort to replace it? It takes all of maybe 20 minutes to swap, if that. -D > On Nov 28, 2017, at 7:37 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > 124.193 OM603: The

[MBZ] Rattle rattle rattle under the hood

124.193 OM603: The serpentine belt tension device shock rubber bushing is loose around the stud going into the head. Methinks that rubber is dead, and it would be a shame to purchase the whole shock absorber just to fix that bit of rubber. I'm considering the installation of a clutched pulley on

Re: [MBZ] Rattle rattle rattle under the hood

If I could just replace the rubber part, which should only cost a dollar or two, I'd do that. I probably will end up getting the new shock, and I also plan to replace the alternator pulley with a clutched version. - Max Charleston SC On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 7:45 AM, Dan Penoff via

Re: [MBZ] W210 Pickup

The signs on my doors say: "This door is locked for YOUR protection" I understand it is presumptive of me that criminals can read... Apparently "Gun Free Zone" signs need to use larger type face and be written in multiple languages. On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 5:50 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] Rattle rattle rattle under the hood

I understand the frugality aspect, but since the bushings aren’t available as a separate part it just seems silly to spend time trying to re-engineer something this simple. I’ve heard of the alternator clutches, but what would you use to control it? -D > On Nov 28, 2017, at 7:56 AM, Meade

Re: [MBZ] Rattle rattle rattle under the hood

There is an updated design on the shock that is supposed to last a lot longer. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2017, at 6:37 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > 124.193 OM603: The serpentine belt tension device shock rubber bushing is > loose around the stud

Re: [MBZ] W210 Pickup

Where's he going to hide? A guy in your car is pretty obvious. Worst is when they break the window to steal something, makes a mess and takes forever to get all the glass out  Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Mon, Nov 27, 2017 at 11:16 PM, Andrew Strasfogel

Re: [MBZ] Rattle rattle rattle under the hood

You're overthinking it, it's just a one way clutch. Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 8:27 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I understand the frugality aspect, but since the bushings aren’t available as a separate part it just seems

Re: [MBZ] Rattle rattle rattle under the hood

Check the diameter of a TDI pulley, they're clutched. Actually a 120A TDI alternator might be a worthy upgrade... Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 7:37 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: 124.193 OM603: The serpentine belt tension

Re: [MBZ] Rattle rattle rattle under the hood

Here's the thread that taught me about these: http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/365376-alternator-pulleys-101-clutch-type-one-way-pulleys-2.html The major downsides include expense, requirement for more tools, and the clutched pulley can fail catastrophically and leave you

[MBZ] Super nice W108 on BAT

I wonder where this will end. I sold my MBCA concours-winning 1970 280SE for $9800 back in 1989. It was Arabian Gray/parchment and basically flawless (no sunroof, however). Had the European rear bumper but US head lamps and a floor shift AT. Almost 30 years later, one would think a comparable

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Maybe I can rent a car Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2017, at 2:21 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Send money, ride the dog > > --FT > > >> On 11/27/17 3:04 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> I will send dinero. You picking me up in

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Send money, ride the dog --FT On 11/27/17 3:04 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I will send dinero. You picking me up in Charlotte? Sent from my iPhone On Nov 27, 2017, at 1:07 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Since Kleb hasn't sprung any dinero on

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

There goes your profit margin. On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 3:25 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Maybe I can rent a car > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Nov 28, 2017, at 2:21 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > Send money, ride

Re: [MBZ] W210 Pickup

Here's one from Georgia last year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wHARSAe0U8 Mitch > On November 28, 2017 at 5:34 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > > In Houston some genius actually tried to rob a gun store. > One's mind boggles. >

Re: [MBZ] W210 Pickup

Which reminds me, after 17 years of living in Massachusetts I finally got my concealed carry permit. Surprisingly I got it with no restrictions on my first try. The local chief of police is the final arbiter of the permits and apparently Winchendon is one of the more difficult towns to get a no

Re: [MBZ] W210 Pickup

https://www.ammoland.com/2017/10/self-defense-claim-a-transparent-second-attempt-to-attack-victims/ Here's the grand prize winner in the stupid gun store robber contest: USA – -(Ammoland.com)- “A trial begins Monday for a man who claims he was acting in self-defense when he fatally shot the

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Thought you were gonna Bring a trailer and bring the 126 and pick up the FL 300D in the same circle trip! Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes November 28, 2017 at 2:25 PM Maybe I can rent a car ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] Super nice W108 on BAT

Where's the beef (link)? On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 1:42 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I wonder where this will end. > > I sold my MBCA concours-winning 1970 280SE for $9800 back in 1989. It > was Arabian Gray/parchment and basically flawless (no sunroof,

Re: [MBZ] W210 Pickup

In Houston some genius actually tried to rob a gun store.  He got so far as to just pull his gun and he immediately had about a half-dozen aimed at his sorry self.  He conducted an immediate reappraisal of his situation and tried to run but did not get far.  I believe he was not ventilated but

Re: [MBZ] W210 Pickup

Everyone who works in the gun store I patronize is packing, including the woman owner. I definitely wouldn’t want to come up against her if she is carrying. -D > On Nov 28, 2017, at 6:12 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Here's one from Georgia last year. >

Re: [MBZ] W210 Pickup

Works for me.  And there are people who do not believe in Darwinism.  I guess they couldn't ask the dead perp who his bud was. --FT On 11/28/17 6:12 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: Here's one from Georgia last year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wHARSAe0U8 Mitch On November 28, 2017

Re: [MBZ] W210 Pickup

What kind of idiot would try to rob a gun store while it's open. OTOH, I can see stealing rifles off a gun rack in a PU truck when no one's looking. On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 9:21 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > Apparently "Gun Free Zone" signs need to use

Re: [MBZ] New Heater Question was Re: Monovalve Static test out of the car?

Replace the foam - the new part has been improved so it's now rubber that won't rot so quickly. If that fails to solve the problem, swap in another PB ACC moduie. On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 10:22 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Failure to regulate a proper temperature

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Well for 27 years I worked either 7 days on and 7 days off or 14 on 14 off except the year I worked out of the Co Hq in HOU and that was 5 on 2 off and the 2 years I was in India working 90 on 45 off. During my off time for 20 years I worked as Chief Pilot or our Local Sheriff Dept. Now I'm

Re: [MBZ] Monovalve Static test out of the car?

BTDT. It can look good but function imperfectly. Get an OEM monovalve insert from a dealer. Dan knows a cheap source. On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 9:30 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Every one I've seen that failed had torn rubber that was obvious at > inspection.

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

> > Bean counters don't value institutional knowledge, relationships, training > costs, etc. Nope. In their world all those things, including the costs of customer dissatisfaction, and even lost customers, come out of a "different budget". Visionaries should be in charge of companies, not

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Whoa! If the decision is made by a bean counter, Curt gets screwed. You've gotta know who ultimately decides the value of the position. While we all know and believe Curt is high value to them, or should be, none of us know who ultimately judges the value of the position to the company.

Re: [MBZ] New Heater Question was Re: Monovalve Static test out of the car?

Failure to regulate a proper temperature is usually due to a rotted foam hose under the dash. Hardware store pipe insulation may be used to replace the rotted-out segment. On that system, the common failure points, in no particular order: 1) Torn monovalve diaphragm 2) Cracked solder joints

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Is he making more or less money now? More happy or less happy? There's your guidance. Curt Raymond via Mercedes November 28, 2017 at 8:33 PM Yup. I met a former co-worker this spring, we'd talked on the phone a lot while he worked for the company but I'd never

Re: [MBZ] OT Curt’s next ride?1998 VW Jetta TDI - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle automotive sale

Odometer probably rolled over? Those diesels really do go a million miles... Mitch ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Super nice W108 on BAT

My aologies. Sold for $15.5k https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1969-mercedes-benz-280se-2/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2017-11-28 On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 5:08 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > Where's the beef (link)? > > On Tue, Nov 28, 2017 at 1:42 PM,

[MBZ] OT Curt’s next ride?1998 VW Jetta TDI - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle automotive sale

https://portland.craigslist.org/yam/cto/d/1998-vw-jetta-tdi/6401675205.html 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] W210 Pickup

> > Apparently "Gun Free Zone" signs need to use larger type face and be > written in multiple languages. Or crayon. I've got a Ruger Blackhawk .44 Mag but with a 10 inch barrel its tough to > conceal... I sure miss WA's defunct open-carry law. Eliminated by the libs some years ago. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

> > Your experience is too valuable for them to lose. Sadly, there is NO guarantee of that! :-( -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

We've had a guy out for a couple months on sick leave so I've been picking up some of his stuff. Last winter I decided I need a challenge and boy did I get it... Right now I figure they need me more than I need them but like Dan says the work/life balance isn't so good. I could ignore that for

Re: [MBZ] Monovalve Static test out of the car?

Every one I've seen that failed had torn rubber that was obvious at inspection. Remove insert, and look for tears! (These are the 107/123/126 units.) -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Go for it Curt. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Nov 28, 2017 9:30 PM, "Curt Raymond" wrote: > We've had a guy out for a couple months on sick leave so I've been picking > up some of his stuff. Last winter I decided I need a challenge and boy did > I get it... > > Right

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Yup. I met a former co-worker this spring, we'd talked on the phone a lot while he worked for the company but I'd never met him in person. He was laid off in 2011, first thing he told me was "I thought I'd never get laid off." I have the opposite opinion "I can't believe I'm still here." 11

[MBZ] New Heater Question was Re: Monovalve Static test out of the car?

The heat in my 85 300D is difficult to regulate each time I start out.  If I have the temp regulator set for anything other than all the way cold it blows major heat until I rotate the regulator all the way to cold, then wait for it to blow cold.  After doing that I can regulate temp pretty

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes November 28, 2017 at 7:53 PM I travel all around my area daily which is up to 6+ hours on the road a day sometimes but I am home most nights. I usually only have an out of town meeting once a year. Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

I am once again in LA, thus far this year I've been in this hotel 44 nights... By the end of the year I estimate I'll have been on the road for the company more than 60 nights. Angie is less pleased than she's ever been. I looked at my Q1 schedule today and sent my boss an email that said "no".

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Heh. On average I was on the road 35 weeks a year when I was doing the generator thing in Wisconsin. Factor in two small kids and i’s even worse. I just came home one day and said, “No more.” About a third of that time was overseas, which meant it was a straight 2-3 week trip. I had a really

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Go for it Curt. You have a good bargaining position. Your experience is too valuable for them to lose Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Nov 28, 2017 8:42 PM, "Curt Raymond via Mercedes" wrote: > I am once again in LA, thus far this year I've been in this hotel 44 >

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

I travel all around my area daily which is up to 6+ hours on the road a day sometimes but I am home most nights. I usually only have an out of town meeting once a year. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2017, at 7:48 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Heh. On

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Try being away from home for 2-3 weeks straight and having to manage your calls home to be at the right time because home is 12 hours behind you. It sucks. Like you can’t even begin to imagine. -D > On Nov 28, 2017, at 8:53 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote:

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

I think I would like work travel Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2017, at 8:00 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Try being away from home for 2-3 weeks straight and having to manage your > calls home to be at the right time because home is 12 hours behind you.

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

I will say this - it’s fun for the first year or two, at least it was for me. Starting in year 3 or 4 it started being a PITA, because there would be stuff I would miss with the kids or things I wanted to to do that I just couldn’t because I wasn’t around. In my case I was lucky in the sense

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

> On November 28, 2017 at 7:45 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > > > I’m flying to Tampa for company meeting. Do those things accomplish anything important enough to justify the expense? Mitch. ___

[MBZ] Monovalve Static test out of the car?

Is there any easy way to test a monovalve out of the car to check the diaphragm? 12V on and off will prove the magnet and slide (thunk, or no thunk) But is there a way so see if the valve Functions? Since the fail mode is heat only at highway speeds, then if you can't blow through it in

Re: [MBZ] Monovalve Static test out of the car?

Can you disassemble and inspect the rubber? (I don't think anyone sells replacement rubber diaphragm for 124 monovalve) -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

I’m flying to Tampa for company meeting. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2017, at 5:43 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Thought you were gonna Bring a trailer and bring the 126 and pick up the FL > 300D in the same circle trip! > >> Kaleb C. Striplin via

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

Not in my opinion. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2017, at 6:59 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On November 28, 2017 at 7:45 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" >> wrote: >> >> >> I’m flying to Tampa for company meeting. > >

Re: [MBZ] BAT 300CD

> On November 28, 2017 at 8:02 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > > > Not in my opinion. Seems like you're always going to or coming from an out of state meeting or conference. It's a wonder you get any work done. Haven't they heard of teleconferencing?