[MBZ] Question For Greg F

What used laptop(s) do you currently recommend? Rick ___ 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] Might be cutting the cord

It does appear to have my locals and was looking good but it appears they do not have the history channel? Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 14, 2020, at 12:37 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > >  > Does you tube tv have local channels? > > Max Dillon > Charleston SC > > Jan 14, 2020

Re: [MBZ] CoPart

They want $4300 for this? They are on serious crack. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 14, 2020, at 11:19 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Very desirable in these parts. Helps keep the innards of the car cooler. > > -D > > >> On Jan 14, 2020, at 12:10 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes >>

[MBZ] Question For Jaime

What was the ultrasonic parts cleaner that you recommended a few years ago? They were on eBay and I should have bought one then. Thanks! Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Sprinter Vans

I had a 2006 Sprinter. I liked the inline 5 a lot more than the subsequent v6 that came out with the new body design in 2007. On Tue, Jan 14, 2020, 1:30 PM Craig via Mercedes wrote: > In looking for a replacement for our '89 Big Red Van, I found: > > >

Re: [MBZ] Might be cutting the cord

Can you get that channel some other way? Max Dillon Charleston SC Jan 14, 2020 11:13:55 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes : > It does appear to have my locals and was looking good but it appears they do > not have the history channel? > > Sent from my iPhone > > > > On Jan 14, 2020, at 12:37

Re: [MBZ] Keys Benz content

LOL. Sort of cheapens the brand... On Tue, Jan 14, 2020 at 6:43 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Well, it is probably not even a key, but an electronic code (RFID chip) > that the computer says will allow you to ASK the computer to start the > engine. (or

[MBZ] ML320 $750 ask

I went to look at this thing today. It was a POS. Not too high miles but just beat. Guy bought it for his college daughter. Smelled like dope inside, dirty, worn, stuff not working, paint bad, headlights totally hazed. POS but the body was actually quite straight. Guy said trans was

Re: [MBZ] Keys Benz content

There’s a little ring antenna thingie around the keyhole that reads the chip, I guess it’s RFID, then the AAM decides its good and allows the car to start. This has likely failed on the 05ML500 and won’t read the chip and let the fer start. But it doesn’t work with the straight key either so I

Re: [MBZ] CoPart

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: They want $4300 for this? They are on serious crack. And they're selling it at copart where it's hard to inspect/test. Any bets on rodbending? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Fwd: Electric car

Toys? -- Forwarded message - From: Date: Tue, Jan 14, 2020 at 7:25 PM Subject: Electric car To: fred4s...@gmail.com forwarded you this from craigslist: -- Electric car https://worcester.craigslist.org/zip/7046055869.html

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: https://jalopnik.com/michigans-75-mph-speed-limit-has-lead-to-more-speeding-1840978918 My boss at the tax shop sets her cruise control at 78 in a 70 zone. Never gets pulled over. I should ask her what she does when she goes towards Flint and hits the 75 zone.

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

As Germany shows, high speed limits are not a problem. The problem is people here don't know how to drive safely at high speeds, frequently drive too fast for conditions, and probably also that roads in Michigan are (in my experience) generally in a very poor state of repair. Allan Mitch Haley

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

I'll try to find something which can be dyed the same color as the car, I've got too many black MB keys now and need a more elegant way to keep track of which keys go with which car. Maybe color-coding will be the answer, although I would hate to ruin a perfectly good key head simply to change

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

Something as a small as a key head won’t take a lot of material or time. The question is, what would be durable enough for a key head? Once you can identify the right material, there are a number of offerings that have short lengths that come in an assortment of colors. -D > On Jan 14, 2020,

[MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

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Re: [MBZ] Might be cutting the cord

YouTube TV, if you have reasonably good internet service. Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes writes: > After having Dish for 20 years, they seem to be increasingly losing > channels.  Tomorrow we are supposed to lose our local Fox channel.  Is > there a streaming service that has all the local

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

I had a print made of a Raspberry Pi case in the shape of an Atari 800. I spent a ton of time filling the grooves from the print material and then priming. Then I foolishly tried to help the primer dry faster with the heat gun. The print sagged and is now the wrong shape. Its been sitting

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

Yeah, I’ve looked at a couple. For now I’ve been able to get everything I’m interested in (so far) from Thingverse. It’s frighteningly HUGE as far as 3D files and subject matter. Don’t go looking there without some time on your hands. -D > On Jan 14, 2020, at 9:41 AM, Curley McLain via

Re: [MBZ] CHECK YOUR FUSES!

Dan Penoff via Mercedes writes: > Sucks because I need to get up in the attic to run network cabling and cables > for my new cameras. Not fun when it’s sunny and in the 80s. Early morning before the sun hits the roof, that's my approach to any work in the attic, at pretty much any time of

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

*Nods* we give a drivers license to pretty much anybody who wants one. When I was in Germany in the '90s the German kids my age were spending months in drivers training at a cost of thousands of (1990s) marks.I went to driver's ed which wasn't required and took, I think, 2 weeks of like 2

Re: [MBZ] CHECK YOUR FUSES!

Start at 5 am.   Quit at noon or so. Dan Penoff via Mercedes January 14, 2020 at 5:59 AM Record highs here this week, into the low 80s. Should be more like the low 70s. Sucks because I need to get up in the attic to run network cabling and cables for my new

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

Max,  Dan,   there are several 3D modelling software apps that are free or cheap.    Most of them are easy to learn, and are used for gradeshcool or Jr High kids. Dan Penoff via Mercedes January 14, 2020 at 7:57 AM Something as a small as a key head won’t take a

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

I think the biggest negative about 3D printing is the time it takes to clean up or finish a print. Most people think you just upload the file, turn the printer on and go. A lot depends on how fine a line/resolution/layer you set up to print, which also affects print time substantially. Default

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

Does MI still have truck speed limits? When we were there (gosh is it almost 6 years ago already?) trucks were limited to 10 or 15mph slower than cars which made trucks rolling roadblocks that some people seemed to see as a challenge to dart around. Seemed like that was extra dangerous for no

[MBZ] Car Shipping

Just saw a note from someone about car shipping on another forum I belong to. They were looking for a shipper that could pick up a car and arrange for storage for a couple of weeks at the destination. They ended up using CarMax. Apparently CarMax will ship your car, not just a car you bought

Re: [MBZ] CHECK YOUR FUSES!

That’s a possibility. I’ve been battling a cold the wife gave me last week, and climbing around amongst rafters while feeling less than 100% is not something I’m interested in doing. If I feel good by the weekend I’ll probably tear into this Saturday morning. I’ve been wanting to get it done

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

At the UF print lab where they will do printing for a reasonable cost they have a printer that uses a carbon fiber embedded plastic that they have used to produce motorcycle brake and clutch levers that are almost impossible to break. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Something as a small

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

Those are decent machines, I have been looking at them.  Wouldn't mind having one to make things --FT On 1/14/20 8:16 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I think it’s an Ender 3 or something like that. -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] CHECK YOUR FUSES!

Absolutely for this part of the world, however, in the “winter” around here when it’s in the 50s and 60s even on a sunny day the attic space isn’t bad at all. That’s what I was hoping for. -D > On Jan 14, 2020, at 10:40 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Dan Penoff via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Might be cutting the cord

I would second YouTube TV. It’s around $56/month with taxes or thereabouts, but it’s got a wide range of programming, including your beloved Fox network, and unlimited DVR capabilities. You just choose a show you want recorded and it records it then puts the copy in your library. -D > On Jan

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

Its bonkers here, back in the early 2000s I'd see people pulled over all the time. Now I drive a similar amount and almost never see a car pulled over. Much of my commute is 4 lane highway at 55mph with most cars going 65 minimum and many at 80. I never thought I'd say this but we really need

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

On Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:25:47 + (UTC) Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: > Does MI still have truck speed limits? When we were there (gosh is it > almost 6 years ago already?) trucks were limited to 10 or 15mph slower > than cars which made trucks rolling roadblocks that some people seemed > to

Re: [MBZ] CoPart

I have one of those in my w211 and have never used it, but then i am a neo Luddite Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Tue, Jan 14, 2020, 8:37 AM Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > Forgot to add: > Electric rear window blind > https://www.copart.com/lot/61527529 > >

Re: [MBZ] balancing shaft is going bad and needs replaced.

Aren't the 2006 & 2007 350's legendary for balance shaft failure? Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Tue, Jan 14, 2020, 12:59 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Looks decent but would be a crap shoot > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/777007239444823/ > >

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Replacement Key Head for 124

IME PLA is easiest to print, but not too strong and may melt in a hot car interior. ABS is stronger, but harder to print and may have objectionable outgassing. I like PETG for moderate ease of printing, strength and appearance. It is the stuff that soda bottles are made of. Greg -Original

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

Hair spray. Nozzle temp too cool, or feed rate too high. And yes, you have to make accommodations for the type of filament you’re using. It’s always good to get comfortable with a particular type of filament so you can understand how various changes in the printing process affect it. Once

Re: [MBZ] Car Shipping

Hmm. Good to know! Max Dillon Charleston SC Jan 14, 2020 9:21:59 AM Dan Penoff via Mercedes : > Just saw a note from someone about car shipping on another forum I belong to. > They were looking for a shipper that could pick up a car and arrange for > storage for a couple of weeks at the

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

Also - I use “Ultimaker Cura” as my file management/printing software. It’s open source and well supported. A lot of what I’ve gained as far as understanding how to make good prints came out of their support forums. -D > On Jan 14, 2020, at 12:38 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > >

[MBZ] balancing shaft is going bad and needs replaced.

Looks decent but would be a crap shoot https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/777007239444823/ 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 350 Sedan 4D Myrtle Beach, SC· 3 days ago · $2,500 * About This Vehicle * *

Re: [MBZ] Might be cutting the cord

I believe it does. Check at their web site, it should say. (I am not the TV watcher in my house, I wouldn't know.) -D > On Jan 14, 2020, at 1:37 PM, Max Dillon wrote: > > > Does you tube tv have local channels? > > Max Dillon > Charleston SC > > Jan 14, 2020 11:14:52 AM Dan Penoff via

Re: [MBZ] CoPart

Very desirable in these parts. Helps keep the innards of the car cooler. -D > On Jan 14, 2020, at 12:10 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > I have one of those in my w211 and have never used it, but then i am a neo > Luddite > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On Tue, Jan 14,

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

That’s quite true, too, Randy. More so if you’re doing things on your own, that is, designing your own prints. I found that by reading a lot of the notes with the files on Thingverse as well as researching my printer in various online forums that I’ve got an idea of how to print things

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

A lot of what I am seeing relates to basic things like getting the printed item to stick to the base surface. Also, nozzles that plug up etc. Many variables for different sorts of filament. RB On 14/01/2020 11:38 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: That’s quite true, too, Randy. More so if

Re: [MBZ] balancing shaft is going bad and needs replaced.

Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: Aren't the 2006 & 2007 350's legendary for balance shaft failure? Ask Larry Turner. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

Mixing speeds is dangerous in my opinion. I remember reading or hearing that some majority of accidents occur when vehicles are in the bottom 20% or the top 20% of all the speeds driven. In other words try to keep an even flow, extremes are dangerous. Max Dillon Charleston SC Jan 14, 2020

Re: [MBZ] CoPart

Ah OK. I have used windshield sun blockers. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Tue, Jan 14, 2020, 12:19 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Very desirable in these parts. Helps keep the innards of the car cooler. > > -D > > > > On Jan 14, 2020, at 12:10 PM, Dwight Giles

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

On 14/01/2020 10:26 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I think the biggest negative about 3D printing is the time it takes to clean up or finish a print. Most people think you just upload the file, turn the printer on and go. A lot depends on how fine a line/resolution/layer you set up to

[MBZ] 1984 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300 D Sedan 4D

It's an SD but looks really nice but price from a flipper is high https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1336829329837689/ 1984 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300 D Sedan 4D Murrells Inlet, SC· about a day ago ·

Re: [MBZ] Might be cutting the cord

Does you tube tv have local channels? Max Dillon Charleston SC Jan 14, 2020 11:14:52 AM Dan Penoff via Mercedes : > I would second YouTube TV. It’s around $56/month with taxes or thereabouts, > but it’s got a wide range of programming, including your beloved Fox network, > and unlimited DVR

[MBZ] Sprinter Vans

In looking for a replacement for our '89 Big Red Van, I found: https://www.ebay.com/itm/2005-Mercedes-Benz-Sprinter-Cargo-Van/202871788386 https://www.ebay.com/itm/2012-Mercedes-Benz-Sprinter/164026522783 https://www.ebay.com/itm/2013-Mercedes-Benz-Sprinter-2500-EXT/193294858764 What do

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

The base is heated. The default base for most printers is a plastic coated surface that’s sort of bumpy, for lack of a better description. I replaced mine with a sheet of glass for better adhesion. A quick spritz of “Aqua Net” makes things stick just fine. -D > On Jan 14, 2020, at 3:31 PM,

[MBZ] Keys Benz content

Folks I lost the key to my 2007 Kia Sedona. And the remote. I screwed around and talked to some locksmiths etc who told me a bunch of lies and bullshit Anyway, with some difficulty I got the key code for free from Kia Country of Savannah Then I found a nearby locksmith who made me 2 keys for

Re: [MBZ] Keys Benz content

This whole key business is complete BS. Apparently R129 keys are just now becoming available in the US in some limited quantities, have been in yurp for a few months. Spendy. I guess the IR lock part needs to be programmed at the stealer. I think 210 and 163 keys are also quite spendy. On the

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

yes, even illegal alien morons from other countries that can't understand the signs or the language, and who have no experience other than walking. (or riding in someone's vehicle.) Curt Raymond via Mercedes January 14, 2020 at 10:31 AM *Nods* we give a drivers

Re: [MBZ] CHECK YOUR FUSES!

> Dan wrote: > Record highs here this week, into the low 80s. Should be more > like the low 70s. > > Sucks because I need to get up in the attic to run network > cabling and cables for my new cameras. Not fun when it’s sunny > and in the 80s. It's dark in the attic. So why wait for the sun to

Re: [MBZ] 1984 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300 D Sedan 4D

I can think of a number of colour combinations I would rather have, but it looks like a nice car. RB On 14/01/2020 11:55 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: It's an SD but looks really nice but price from a flipper is high https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1336829329837689/ 1984

Re: [MBZ] Keys Benz content

Wow. I wonder if you can buy a used MB fob on eBay, and get that programmed and fitted with the right physical key (blade). I'll bet the programming can be done pretty cheap, bring a box of donuts on a Friday morning and ask real nice. Max Dillon Charleston SC Jan 14, 2020 4:15:43 PM Rick

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

not controlled for other factors, such as the morons who are texting and doing other dumb activities when they drive.   Remember, up until 1990 or so, the Germans said "Ven you Drife, you Drife!   Ven you trink, you trink!   NO CUPHOLDERS!   Taking a drink from a cup is much less risky than

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

> Curt wrote: > Does MI still have truck ... limited to 10 or 15mph slower than > cars which made trucks rolling roadblocks The truck drivers dislike split speed limits a whole lot more than the cars do. Anytime there is a notable speed difference it's less safe. It happens - but to

Re: [MBZ] CHECK YOUR FUSES!

Disturbs the inmates if I’m up that early banging around. And it wouldn’t cool off for some time into the evening. Saturday I should be able to get up there before the sun comes up, however. Youngest son blows out for work early, and I think oldest son is going out of town. If he’s not up

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

On 14/01/2020 11:53 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Hair spray. Nozzle temp too cool, or feed rate too high. And yes, you have to make accommodations for the type of filament you’re using. It’s always good to get comfortable with a particular type of filament so you can understand how

Re: [MBZ] Look Out, Mitch!!

IL was famous for that for decades.   Also requiring an IL inspection on any truck operating inside their borders.   Johnny'd sit at the end of the bridge, and nap any truck entering the state.   No lack of brownie points for johnny.   A I recall, the fine was pretty hefty.   Like $50 when

Re: [MBZ] Keys Benz content

The R129, W163 and I believe even late W140 key fobs are affected by this issue of availability. The W211 keys are just as bad. I was going to get a spare for the eldest’s E320 CDI until my friendly dealer parts guy chuckled and told me what my cost was. He said my reaction was nothing

Re: [MBZ] Sprinter Vans

Craig, I have a Big Red Van as well. 1990 Chevy G20 Beauville. It pretty worn out inside, clearcaot is gone and its end pretty beat up. The running gear and engine are in excellent condition. Are you selling yours? If so, where are you located. I maybe interested. Thanks, Mike > On Jan

[MBZ] Save the Date 9/12/2020 for ChowdahQ XIII

Dear Star Gazers and Other Vehicle Lovers, > [image: image.jpeg] > Mark your calendar for another wonderful celebration of vehicles and > camaraderie. Once again we will be at Goddard State Park, 1095 Ives Road > Warwick RI. Sites 40-42. > http://www.riparks.com/Locations/LocationGoddard.html >

Re: [MBZ] Sprinter Vans

On Tue, 14 Jan 2020 18:26:20 -0500 Mike Esh via Mercedes wrote: > Craig, > I have a Big Red Van as well. 1990 Chevy G20 Beauville. It pretty > worn out inside, clearcaot is gone and its end pretty beat up. The > running gear and engine are in excellent condition. Are you selling > yours? If

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

Hmmm - could you program the printer to stop at the appropriate point for you to put the metal key in place, then let the printer continue and make the head all one piece, with the key encapsulated in it? On Tue, Jan 14, 2020 at 7:48 AM Meade Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Keys Benz content

For VWs at least up until my 2015 I send a picture of the existing key plus my registration and driver's license to fixmyvw.com who sends me the key and fob. My VCDS (programmer cable) can program Angie's 2005 Golf to recognize the fob but I needed to borrow a different cable to get the secret

Re: [MBZ] Keys Benz content

Well, it is probably not even a key, but an electronic code (RFID chip) that the computer says will allow you to ASK the computer to start the engine.   (or beg...) But yes, 500 is in the range I have heard, PLUS programming from MB owners. I'd be looking for a way to remove the "key" part of

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

I believe that could be done.   That would be a good way to go with the carbon fiber filament. build a fixture onto the base plate that you could clamp the key in, then hit GO for program #2.  Program 2 would be just an inverse of program 1. OK Don via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

Just print two halves and glue them together with plexus. Or put some plexus in a mold and jam the key down into it. Or do the same thing with epoxy with some milled glass fibers or similar. Done. On Tue, Jan 14, 2020, 6:52 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I

Re: [MBZ] CHECK YOUR FUSES!

Record highs here this week, into the low 80s. Should be more like the low 70s. Sucks because I need to get up in the attic to run network cabling and cables for my new cameras. Not fun when it’s sunny and in the 80s. -D > On Jan 13, 2020, at 5:35 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

I got a printer courtesy of a credit card scam someone tried to accomplish on my youngest son. His credit card got compromised and someone ordered two 3D printers with it. The bank reversed the fraudulent charges and he thought that was it, not knowing what they were for. A few weeks later two

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

Sounds like I need to find (or create) the files to make the two halves of the key head and send them down to you for printing. - Max Charleston SC On Tue, Jan 14, 2020 at 8:17 AM Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I got a printer courtesy of a credit card

[MBZ] CoPart

ML250 Blutec, I'd drive it as-is: https://www.copart.com/lot/60873529 Would not drive this one as-is: https://www.copart.com/lot/58461179 Do we like green SECs? How about 888 Teal with peeling clearcoat? It's a 1991: https://www.copart.com/lot/60320909 Okie W164:

Re: [MBZ] CoPart

Forgot to add: Electric rear window blind https://www.copart.com/lot/61527529 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Key Head for 124

Sure. Send me the files and I’ll knock them out. Do understand that there are a wide range of materials available for 3D printing. Look here: https://smile.amazon.com/s?k=3d+printing+filament=2JF2L95MP97R2=3d+printing%2Caps%2C258=nb_sb_ss_i_2_11 Look down at the choices under “3D Printing