Re: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question
paul wrote: I recently purchased a '83 300CD for dirt cheap, and drove it from Dallas to Austin and back. I noticed that there's a slight flair from 1st to 2nd, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. It also takes a second a or two to drop into reverse. What should i inspect/replace first? B2 piston? As far as the flaring problem goes, check the vacuum switches on top of the valve cover. There's one that softens the shifts at idle (for downshifts as you coast to a stop) and when its lever arm wears through, it softens *all* the shifts. Partial-throttle upshifts got noticably firmer when I fixed this on my '83 300D.
[MBZ] motor mounts 116/123/126 whats the deal?
Is the or is there not a difference between the port side and starboard side motor mounts. I've been told there used to be but now they are supperseded to the same number, and now that there is a difference. what is the real truth? Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl
Re: [MBZ] motor mounts 116/123/126 whats the deal?
Bob DuPuy wrote: Is the or is there not a difference between the port side and starboard side motor mounts. I've been told there used to be but now they are supperseded to the same number, and now that there is a difference. what is the real truth? Depends. Some engines/cars have different left and right mounts and some don't. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi
[MBZ] ISO 300D turbo (W123) in GOOD condition
anybody have any leads, preferably in the midwest area, so we (friend and I) can check it out? My parish priest wants one. He loves my SD and one of his teachers in the school (a MOPAR nut) got a great deal on a nice 240D a few months back. (He already replaced both axles (one was bad and he figured he might as well do them both because they were cheap and easy - MB axles too)) and upgraded the read diff for more speed in 4th - MOPAR guys make good diesel converts). With 9 diesel MB's (newest being 1985) gracing the Church parking lot, Father Dean wants to sell his Toyota and jump on the bandwagon. Any help is appreciated. Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri -2005 Blue Point Siamese, Rose -1992 Volkswagen Golf, diesel, 185K km, Nanook -1987 300TD, 151K, Rotkäppchen -1985 300SD, 211K, Wulf -1976 240D, ?K, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen) -1972 Jacobsen 21 Turbo Vent -1971 Case 222 Hydrive, 12HP Kohler, 38 deck, Snowcaster, One Banger - What are the most popular cars? Find out at Yahoo! Autos From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sun Jan 29 01:49:04 2006 Received: from pop-satin.atl.sa.earthlink.net ([207.69.195.63]) by server5.arterytc5.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1F31ge-0003SY-A7 for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Sun, 29 Jan 2006 01:49:04 + Received: from user-1120mka.dsl.mindspring.com ([66.32.90.138] helo=Bill) by pop-satin.atl.sa.earthlink.net with esmtp (Exim 3.36 #10) id 1F31gc-0003em-00 for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Sat, 28 Jan 2006 20:49:02 -0500 From: BillR [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, 28 Jan 2006 20:48:59 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 X-Mailer: Microsoft Office Outlook, Build 11.0.6353 X-MimeOLE: Produced By Microsoft MimeOLE V6.00.2900.2180 Thread-Index: AcYkdixgajx4cu/XQDyyxBO3ZBzCXQ== Message-Id: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Content-Filtered-By: Mailman/MimeDel 2.1.6 Subject: [MBZ] errant buzzer X-BeenThere: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.6 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes_striplin.net.striplin.net List-Unsubscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net List-Post: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2006 01:49:04 - A couple of weeks ago my '81 SD started an occasional weak buzzer sound from under the dash. It was rare and brief at first, and stopped when the blinkers were activated. It has gotten more frequent and longer lasting, and this morning when I turned the key the left blinker came on and would not quit. A bit of fooling with the turn switch got it to go back to an occasional buzz, but I suspect things need to be dealt with. I pulled the knee panel and determined that it was the left buzzer that was letting go. My suspicion is the I am getting a short in the steering column and need to pull the blinker stalk and check that. For those familiar with such things, I could hope it is something that sounds easier. Any other suggestions? If that is what it needs, how big a job is that? USAF mechanic son is out of the area for training, and I am hoping it will hold until he is done and back in the area.. Is it something a used to be handyman could tackle - keeping in mind that more than minimal exertion is not a possibility for me. Thanks for the help- BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD EM 270 k miles
Re: [MBZ] 123 brakes
A BIC lighter? On 1/28/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Also...what works to get brake fluid off of everything ot leaked onto down there?. Plain old garden hose water, after you rebuild or replace the calipers. That's plural. RLE ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
Re: [MBZ] errant buzzer
BillR wrote: A couple of weeks ago my '81 SD started an occasional weak buzzer sound from under the dash. It was rare and brief at first, and stopped when the blinkers were activated. It has gotten more frequent and longer lasting, and this morning when I turned the key the left blinker came on and would not quit. A bit of fooling with the turn switch got it to go back to an occasional buzz, but I suspect things need to be dealt with. I pulled the knee panel and determined that it was the left buzzer that was letting go. My suspicion is the I am getting a short in the steering column and need to pull the blinker stalk and check that. For those familiar with such things, I could hope it is something that sounds easier. Any other suggestions? If that is what it needs, how big a job is that? USAF mechanic son is out of the area for training, and I am hoping it will hold until he is done and back in the area.. Is it something a used to be handyman could tackle - keeping in mind that more than minimal exertion is not a possibility for me. Try operating the hazard switch half a dozen times and see if thing return to normal. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi
Re: [MBZ] Bike Rider, Loud Pipes
I use a headlight modulator on my BMW K1200LT. It flashes the headlight during daylight hours. Couple that with my riding style, which is: Always assume the driver can't see you. We had a driving method taught by my basic motorcycle instructor: Think what if. What if the car next to me comes over in my lane, what if the car waiting at the stop sign pulls out, what if every scenario. Make it become second nature to plan an escape route. I find myself using those techniques while in the car as well. I may have strayed off the original thread, but felt compelled to add my .02. James Jetton 1987 300SDL 2002 BMW K1200LT From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sun Jan 29 02:58:30 2006 Received: from uproxy.gmail.com ([66.249.92.207]) by server5.arterytc5.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1F32lp-cS-NG for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Sun, 29 Jan 2006 02:58:30 + Received: by uproxy.gmail.com with SMTP id y2so463508uge for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Sat, 28 Jan 2006 18:58:27 -0800 (PST) DomainKey-Signature: a=rsa-sha1; q=dns; c=nofws; s=beta; d=gmail.com; h=received:message-id:date:from:to:subject:in-reply-to:mime-version:content-type:content-transfer-encoding:content-disposition:references; b=anXP+ZpqJeFpyZadhgqykv14QqeCO769LAGHqR4RI2l8+Kx2wDCh/TcUqm7XjIETGagP8dZNvvlSD9OsZoefGJJfOvSmc3ymaj26MdqmJKQ7duZHL2xuSO4hMNwmFtUF6jrNMr8scahBH9hg/6s4XasP4pat705UifmQ/tQKvqI= Received: by 10.48.143.5 with SMTP id q5mr658686nfd; Sat, 28 Jan 2006 18:58:26 -0800 (PST) Received: by 10.48.127.3 with HTTP; Sat, 28 Jan 2006 18:58:26 -0800 (PST) Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sat, 28 Jan 2006 18:58:26 -0800 From: Desert Rat [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] In-Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Disposition: inline References: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Subject: Re: [MBZ] errant buzzer X-BeenThere: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.6 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes_striplin.net.striplin.net List-Unsubscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net List-Post: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2006 02:58:30 - Hwo old is your battery? Is this happening only on your first start of the = day? On 1/28/06, Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: BillR wrote: A couple of weeks ago my '81 SD started an occasional weak buzzer sound= from under the dash. It was rare and brief at first, and stopped when the blinkers were activated. It has gotten more frequent and longer lastin= g, and this morning when I turned the key the left blinker came on and wou= ld not quit. A bit of fooling with the turn switch got it to go back to a= n occasional buzz, but I suspect things need to be dealt with. I pulled = the knee panel and determined that it was the left buzzer that was letting = go. My suspicion is the I am getting a short in the steering column and nee= d to pull the blinker stalk and check that. For those familiar with such th= ings, I could hope it is something that sounds easier. Any other suggestions= ? If that is what it needs, how big a job is that? USAF mechanic son is out= of the area for training, and I am hoping it will hold until he is done an= d back in the area.. Is it something a used to be handyman could tackle = - keeping in mind that more than minimal exertion is not a possibility fo= r me. Try operating the hazard switch half a dozen times and see if thing return to normal. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- John Freer Palm Springs, CA 1992 500 SEL 140K Stardust 1985 380SL 145K Blue Belle
Re: [MBZ] errant buzzer
I will give that a try, along with a few shots of contact cleaner. That does sound much simpler than a disassembly! Thanks for the suggestion BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Marshall Booth Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2006 9:26 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] errant buzzer BillR wrote: A couple of weeks ago my '81 SD started an occasional weak buzzer sound from under the dash. It was rare and brief at first, and stopped when the blinkers were activated. It has gotten more frequent and longer lasting, and this morning when I turned the key the left blinker came on and would not quit. A bit of fooling with the turn switch got it to go back to an occasional buzz, but I suspect things need to be dealt with. I pulled the knee panel and determined that it was the left buzzer that was letting go. My suspicion is the I am getting a short in the steering column and need to pull the blinker stalk and check that. For those familiar with such things, I could hope it is something that sounds easier. Any other suggestions? If that is what it needs, how big a job is that? USAF mechanic son is out of the area for training, and I am hoping it will hold until he is done and back in the area.. Is it something a used to be handyman could tackle - keeping in mind that more than minimal exertion is not a possibility for me. Try operating the hazard switch half a dozen times and see if thing return to normal. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] errant buzzer
The battery is about a year old, and has always been strong. But as you mention it I noticed that for my second start this morning [first start was fine when I moved EM from the shed to the driveway to troubleshoot the blinker / buzzer] it cranked very slowly for a few turns - longer than it has ever taken start. Turned the key off and on and it started right up as usual. I'll have the battery checked also. Thanks - BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Desert Rat Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2006 9:58 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] errant buzzer Hwo old is your battery? Is this happening only on your first start of the day? On 1/28/06, Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: BillR wrote: A couple of weeks ago my '81 SD started an occasional weak buzzer sound from under the dash. It was rare and brief at first, and stopped when the blinkers were activated. It has gotten more frequent and longer lasting, and this morning when I turned the key the left blinker came on and would not quit. A bit of fooling with the turn switch got it to go back to an occasional buzz, but I suspect things need to be dealt with. I pulled the knee panel and determined that it was the left buzzer that was letting go. My suspicion is the I am getting a short in the steering column and need to pull the blinker stalk and check that. For those familiar with such things, I could hope it is something that sounds easier. Any other suggestions? If that is what it needs, how big a job is that? USAF mechanic son is out of the area for training, and I am hoping it will hold until he is done and back in the area.. Is it something a used to be handyman could tackle - keeping in mind that more than minimal exertion is not a possibility for me. Try operating the hazard switch half a dozen times and see if thing return to normal. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- John Freer Palm Springs, CA 1992 500 SEL 140K Stardust 1985 380SL 145K Blue Belle ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] OT: Genset
On Fri, 27 Jan 2006 23:43:45 -0800 Rory [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You guys need to check this guys gen. project out http://www.f1-rocketboy.com/lister.html This was posted a couple of months ago, but it's nice to look at again. Craig
Re: [MBZ] Puddle on the Garage Floor
On Saturday, January 28, 2006, at 04:35 PM, David Brodbeck wrote: I get early lockup on the rears on wet surfaces. You could have bad front hoses, swollen restricted hoses delay braking action. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] Puddle on the Garage Floor
Yea ... Baboo. On 1/28/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: if you end up needing used ones, you know who to call -- 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
Re: [MBZ] Ricer Rat Rod Musings
Yeah, I did some looking and saw that there is a lot of action around these cars. Dropping later ricer turbo engines in them and such. Who'dathunk ol' gramps was an incipient ricer boy. Well I guess it'll probably sit there in the barn a while longer anyway, just going up in value! It is actually in decent shape except for the interior which the mice have chewed up, but the body has just a few dings, and it was a driver til it was parked. Thanks for the replies -- I had no idea this car might actually be worth something other than as a platform for experimentation. --R Alex Chamberlain wrote: Ooh! Don't let that one get away, no matter how bad that condition. Datsun 510s are real collector's items with a huge cult following, at least on the West Coast. I rarely see them in Portland (a hotbed of car nuts), but when I do they are always beautifully restored or obviously built up for autocross or other amateur racing events (low-profile tires, roll cage, lightweight seats, etc.). On 1/28/06, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah it is a 510. I looked under the hood briefly and thought I saw half shafts going to the front wheels but maybe I was delusional. I'll do some searching on it, see what might be possible. --R Alex Chamberlain wrote: Sure it's front-wheel-drive? Sounds like a 510, which was RWD (and known in its day for terrific handling... sort of a Japanese BMW 2002). (And if it IS a 510, there is lots of info out there already on mods including engine swaps...) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo _ ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Ricer Rat Rod Musings
Here's a radical idea -- why no keep it as a Datsun 510 and do some restoration stuff? On 1/28/06, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah it is a 510. I looked under the hood briefly and thought I saw half shafts going to the front wheels but maybe I was delusional. I'll do some searching on it, see what might be possible. --R Alex Chamberlain wrote: Sure it's front-wheel-drive? Sounds like a 510, which was RWD (and known in its day for terrific handling... sort of a Japanese BMW 2002). (And if it IS a 510, there is lots of info out there already on mods including engine swaps...) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo _ ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
Re: [MBZ] errant buzzer
A couple of weeks ago my '81 SD started an occasional weak buzzer sound from under the dash. It was rare and brief at first, and stopped when the blinkers were activated. It has gotten more frequent and longer lasting, and this morning when I turned the key the left blinker came on and would not quit. A bit of fooling with the turn switch got it to go back to an occasional buzz, but I suspect things need to be dealt with. I pulled the knee panel and determined that it was the left buzzer that was letting go. My suspicion is the I am getting a short in the steering column and need to pull the blinker stalk and check that. For those familiar with such things, I could hope it is something that sounds easier. Any other suggestions? As has been mentioned before, first potential culprit is dirty contacts inside the hazard switch, second is a bad battery or contacts to same, and third would be a bad blinker itself. Note that my experience with our 560 SL and my attempt to make a louder clacker for top-off driving indicates that a slight load on the blinker itself (such as a dirty switch that has some conductivity when it shouldn't, or a badly-placed extra relay there for noise purposes) results in a weird muted buzzing. That'd be my fourth suspect. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] OT: Browser that's a close approximation of IE page displays?
You need this stuff It is going to go really cheap http://www.washington.edu/admin/surplus/jan2006catalog.html Well, I safely avoided going to it! Do I get a prize? -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] OT: Browser that's a close approximation of IE page displays?
On Sat, 28 Jan 2006 22:18:34 -0800 Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You need this stuff It is going to go really cheap http://www.washington.edu/admin/surplus/jan2006catalog.html Well, I safely avoided going to it! Do I get a prize? Atta boy!!! Craig
Re: [MBZ] Hey LT Don...How's the VW?
LT Don wrote: I am really impressed with the VW diesel engine. Pre-glow is single-digit seconds, not the minute or so that I am used to with the 240D. Idle is smooth. I can't wait to take it up thru the 5 speeds to see how well the clutch works and how smooth the shifting is. I've forgotten exactly which VW we're talking about, but the A1 and A2 chassis cars (older Rabbit, Golf, and Jetta) have a shift linkage that was apparently licensed from Rube Goldberg. It frequently gets sloppy due to accumulated wear in the various bushings and links, but can be pretty easily restored. It *should* have a positive action and well-defined gate -- if it's sloppy and the gears are hard to find, it just needs some work. There are short-shift parts available for those cars here: http://www.4crawler.com/Diesel/ForSale/
Re: [MBZ] End of month car list
http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/129117173.html -- 300GD $31k Rodbender? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo
Re: [MBZ] nice 240D manny
Cool! I have special original Mercedes wheels. Brian 83 240D From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] nice 240D manny Date: Sat, 28 Jan 2006 12:03:05 -0600 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-MERCEDES-240D-DIESEL-1983-MERCEDES-240D-GREAT-SHAPE-DIESEL-MANUAL-NO-WRECKS_W0QQitemZ4607792581QQcategoryZ6315QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net _ Dont just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http://search.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200636ave/direct/01/
Re: [MBZ] Bike Rider, Loud Pipes
Place two box fans near your head, turn to high speed and call me after a good night's sleep. Side effects may include your house being robbed without your noticing. Brian From: Dave Wakin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED],Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Bike Rider, Loud Pipes Date: Fri, 27 Jan 2006 10:44:49 -0500 A guy I work with has a neighbor like this - he uses a weedwacker to mow is front lawn once a week in the summer at around 5:30am. Takes him about 30 minutes, and looks like crap when he is done. Dave W What about the idiot neighbor who insists on running the mower, leaf blower, weed whacker, etc at 0600? At least the guy with loud pipes is gone in 60 seconds or so, not so this idiot who mows, blows, whacks for hours. ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net _ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/
[MBZ] 12 Cyl 600S?
Fanciers, I was in Minneapolis tonight to hit a party at First Avenue, and I walked past an interesting Benz: From the late '80s or early 90's by me estimation. Long wheelbase. Didn't pay much attention 'til I saw the uncharacteristic V12 emblem on the side (I think behind the rear passenger window) (the style of the lettering was what looked funny to me). The model badge on the back read 600S if I recall. Is this legit? Incidentally, the license plate read PRES. Brian _ FREE pop-up blocking with the new MSN Toolbar get it now! http://toolbar.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200415ave/direct/01/
Re: [MBZ] 12 Cyl 600S?
Yes that is totally a legit carit's a 6 litre V12 W140 chassis. I remember seeing a C140 V12 in Paris and wondering how much that poor bastard paid for fuel! Jeff Zedic Toronto
Re: [MBZ] shorts
This is exactly what happensed to me. The wire was exposed upstream of the antenna motor, and would occasionally ground out. This was in the trunk along the drivers side. Fortunately turned out to be an easy diagnosis and fix. Tjohn 82 300 SD On 1/25/06, John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Wednesday, January 25, 2006, at 07:08 PM, Peter Frederick wrote: Wish my current gremlin was so easy -- fuse keeps blowing on my brother's SDL, the one for the antenna motor and door locks -- still pull huge current with both unplugged, anyone have any ideas? Thanks! Peter Check the wiring for both. Its gotta be rubbed through to ground somewhere. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] End of month car list
Naw, it's just a naturally aspirated OM603--should be safe. Nice truck, but they're asking way too much. On 1/28/06, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/129117173.html -- 300GD $31k Rodbender? Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler (211k) '84 300D (207k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (186K)
Re: [MBZ] Ricer Rat Rod Musings
You're always thinking out of the box you paradigm breaker you Bob Rentfro - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2006 10:56 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ricer Rat Rod Musings Here's a radical idea -- why no keep it as a Datsun 510 and do some restoration stuff? On 1/28/06, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah it is a 510. I looked under the hood briefly and thought I saw half shafts going to the front wheels but maybe I was delusional. I'll do some searching on it, see what might be possible. --R Alex Chamberlain wrote: Sure it's front-wheel-drive? Sounds like a 510, which was RWD (and known in its day for terrific handling... sort of a Japanese BMW 2002). (And if it IS a 510, there is lots of info out there already on mods including engine swaps...) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo _ ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Hey LT Don...How's the VW?
Sweet. Everyone I've ever met who has had dealings with those engines has loved them. The company (Air Liquide, I think [I can barely spell English let alone French for Pete's sake]) who delivers liquid N2 to the old nuke plant had an entire fleet of trailers with those engines mounted beneath them to run the compressors and coolers and offloading pumps. The drivers loved them because the never failed. Good luck on Monday. Bob Renftro '77 300D 148K '01 VW Beetle TDI 61K Litchfield Park, AZ - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2006 11:00 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hey LT Don...How's the VW? Bob -- Starter went in today. I had to go over and assist the mech with putting together the ball bearings / race of the half shaft. Jeff had spent an hour on it and gave up in frustration, and I spent two hours studying the assembly of the removed version. Suddenly the light bulb went off -- turn the race sideways and slide in, instead of trying to do everything flat -- and in a few seconds I was instant hero. Tomorrow, we install the new half shaft then drive the car over to where Jeff works (Goodyear). There, we put the car up on the lift and Jeff will fabricate a new exhaust system. Bleed the brakes, fix slow leak in one tire, maybe do a coolant change, and I can drive it to work on Monday morning. I am really impressed with the VW diesel engine. Pre-glow is single-digit seconds, not the minute or so that I am used to with the 240D. Idle is smooth. I can't wait to take it up thru the 5 speeds to see how well the clutch works and how smooth the shifting is. On 1/28/06, Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey LT Don, how's the VW doing? Bob Rentfro '77 300D 148K '01 VW Beetle TDI '61K Litchfield Park, AZ ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] nice 240D manny
Me too! In fact mine are so special they match the color of the car. Bob Rentfro - Original Message - From: Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 29, 2006 2:46 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] nice 240D manny Cool! I have special original Mercedes wheels. Brian 83 240D From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] nice 240D manny Date: Sat, 28 Jan 2006 12:03:05 -0600 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-MERCEDES-240D-DIESEL-1983-MERCEDES-240D-GREAT-SHAPE-DIESEL-MANUAL-NO-WRECKS_W0QQitemZ4607792581QQcategoryZ6315QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net _ Don't just search. Find. Check out the new MSN Search! http://search.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200636ave/direct/01/ ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question
Plan on rebuilding it soon, its worn out. B2 piston either works or it doesnt. paul wrote: I recently purchased a '83 300CD for dirt cheap, and drove it from Dallas to Austin and back. I noticed that there's a slight flair from 1st to 2nd, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. It also takes a second a or two to drop into reverse. What should i inspect/replace first? B2 piston? 'tanks, Paul ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] motor mounts 116/123/126 whats the deal?
they are the same. Bob DuPuy wrote: Is the or is there not a difference between the port side and starboard side motor mounts. I've been told there used to be but now they are supperseded to the same number, and now that there is a difference. what is the real truth? Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] End of month car list
On Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 02:42 AM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: Rodbender? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo No but maybe a head cracker. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] End of month car list
On Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 09:31 AM, Zeitgeist wrote: Nice truck, but they're asking way too much. Why? How much should it cost? Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question
On Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 09:54 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I recently purchased a '83 300CD for dirt cheap, and drove it from Dallas to Austin and back. I noticed that there's a slight flair from 1st to 2nd, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. It also takes a second a or two to drop into reverse. What should i inspect/replace first? B2 piston? 'tanks, Paul This was just discussed the other day. There is a fix for the flaring which includes K1/K2 spring kits. There is an aftermarket mfr that makes a valve body kit also. A delay in switching from P-R-D-R is OK to a point, Dr Booth may be able to clarify how long is OK. Some flaring may be reduced by adjusting and/or replacing the modulator too. If its real bad you can disconnect the vacuum line to the modulator and put up with hard shifts for a zillion more miles. Kind of a free repair if you don't want to spend $$ at a tranny shop. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] 12 Cyl 600S?
Were all the W140 S600's long wheelbase? Thanks -Dave Walton 94S350, 99E300 On 1/29/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Fanciers, I was in Minneapolis tonight to hit a party at First Avenue, and I walked past an interesting Benz: From the late '80s or early 90's by me estimation. Long wheelbase. Didn't pay much attention 'til I saw the uncharacteristic V12 emblem on the side (I think behind the rear passenger window) (the style of the lettering was what looked funny to me). The model badge on the back read 600S if I recall. Is this legit? Incidentally, the license plate read PRES. Brian _ FREE pop-up blocking with the new MSN Toolbar – get it now! http://toolbar.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200415ave/direct/01/ ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] End of month car list
On 1/28/06, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I know you have access to a delete button. Use it or read the listing for your next car http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/129301321.html -- Casey want this one Yeah, but I love when they say Runs good, but needs work. Which basically translates to Runs good, if you ignore the quart of oil it belches out the exhaust every 100 miles. -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] End of month car list
Less. On 1/29/06, John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Why? How much should it cost? Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler (211k) '84 300D (207k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (186K)
Re: [MBZ] 12 Cyl 600S?
yes dave walton wrote: Were all the W140 S600's long wheelbase? Thanks -Dave Walton 94S350, 99E300 On 1/29/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Fanciers, I was in Minneapolis tonight to hit a party at First Avenue, and I walked past an interesting Benz: From the late '80s or early 90's by me estimation. Long wheelbase. Didn't pay much attention 'til I saw the uncharacteristic V12 emblem on the side (I think behind the rear passenger window) (the style of the lettering was what looked funny to me). The model badge on the back read 600S if I recall. Is this legit? Incidentally, the license plate read PRES. Brian _ FREE pop-up blocking with the new MSN Toolbar – get it now! http://toolbar.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200415ave/direct/01/ ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] End of month car list
I always prefer things that run well. Well vs Good Between vs Among Eager vs Anxious Who vs Whom My current list. Bob Rentfro - Original Message - From: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 29, 2006 8:48 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] End of month car list On 1/28/06, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I know you have access to a delete button. Use it or read the listing for your next car http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/129301321.html -- Casey want this one Yeah, but I love when they say Runs good, but needs work. Which basically translates to Runs good, if you ignore the quart of oil it belches out the exhaust every 100 miles. -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil. ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] that sure is a nice car
http://www.striplin.net/ -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question
Paul, Tell me the mileage of the tranny; It may be necessary to rebuilt it. Joopster -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of paul Sent: 29 January, 2006 12:56 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] 300CD Tranny question I recently purchased a '83 300CD for dirt cheap, and drove it from Dallas to Austin and back. I noticed that there's a slight flair from 1st to 2nd, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. It also takes a second a or two to drop into reverse. What should i inspect/replace first? B2 piston? 'tanks, Paul ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] Probably Was A Steal
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/129326564.html Bob Rentfro From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sun Jan 29 16:22:39 2006 Received: from [70.184.21.183] (helo=[192.168.1.101]) by server5.arterytc5.net with esmtpa (Exim 4.52) id 1F3FK3-0001lA-Dh for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Sun, 29 Jan 2006 16:22:39 + Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2006 10:22:19 -0600 From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] User-Agent: Mozilla/5.0 (Windows; U; Windows NT 5.1; en-US; rv:1.7.2) Gecko/20040804 Netscape/7.2 (ax) X-Accept-Language: en-us, en MIME-Version: 1.0 To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] References: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In-Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Subject: Re: [MBZ] Probably Was A Steal X-BeenThere: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.6 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes_striplin.net.striplin.net List-Unsubscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net List-Post: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2006 16:22:39 - maybe so Bob Rentfro wrote: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/129326564.html Bob Rentfro ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
[MBZ] wonder what happens when you win the auction at less than 11k
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-ONLY11000-1971-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-BUY-IT-NOW-11000_W0QQitemZ4608609175QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
[MBZ] cheap 85 300D
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-1985-Mercedes-Benz-300D-Turbo-Biodiesel-ready_W0QQitemZ4608602196QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
[MBZ] cheap 190D 2.5 turbo
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-190-Series-190D-2-5-TURBO_W0QQitemZ4608323992QQcategoryZ6328QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] wonder what happens when you win the auction at less than 11k
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-ONLY11000-1971-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-BUY-IT-NOW-11000_W0QQitemZ4608609175QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem I'd imagine that the seller won't pre-approve your bid unless you agree to pay the full price of $11k - then he'll pull the auction because you've used his special Buy It Now feature. He's using Ebay as a cheap AutoTrader or Hemmings. -- John L. Ervine 1981 240D 4-spd 268+kmi 1980 300TD 170+kmi 1980 300SD 277+kmi 1977 280S 4-spd 80+kmi
Re: [MBZ] cheap 190D 2.5 turbo
Why can't that be closer? Bob Rentfro (looking for a friend for the 300D) - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 29, 2006 9:42 AM Subject: [MBZ] cheap 190D 2.5 turbo http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-190-Series-190D-2-5-TURBO_W0QQitemZ4608323992QQcategoryZ6328QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Wiper blades
Just curious... why not buy the OE blade assembly from Rusty (or your local dealer), they just get the OE/dealer refills in the future? Or buy a couple of refills with the blade so you're all set for a few years. On some models (like the early 124's) this is about the only way to get a blade that fits perfectly. On a side note, I hear that applying Formula 303 periodically can make them last longer - not sure if it helps much or not. :) -dm -- Date: Sat, 28 Jan 2006 09:58:49 -0500 From: Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Wiper blades Both of the Bosch blades work well for my cars (I preferred the Excels when they were available), but the Excel assemblies are no longer available for my '85+ 190Ds with monowipers. I have to use the Microedge refills and build my own (Bosch just doesn't sell a complete assembly that fits the 201 chassis any more). Marshall
Re: [MBZ] End of month car list
I am thinking it is. Does not look like the 3l 603 and more like the bender engine I saw at the shop On Saturday, January 28, 2006, at 11:42 PM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/129117173.html -- 300GD $31k Rodbender? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz
Re: [MBZ] 12 Cyl 600S?
I saw one once in Cambridge, MA that the guy (an old dude obviously with lots of cash, was kind of a gold chain and pinky ring type) had mounted this large crystal and silver hood ornament on. The crystal base was a hexagon or something, about 4 dia with flutings like an old roman column, and the silver winged thing on top stood another 6' tall or so, and was about that wide. I could not really tell what it was supposed to be, but it looked like hell. I thought a seagull had impaled itself on the hood, but it was worse than that -- almost as bad as they way his wife looked. A Touch of Class as the Italians liked to announce via a plate on the front of the car, sometimes with a red rose behind the letters. No offense to any Italians out there, but if you live around Cambridge, Reveah, Summahvull, Meffuh, etc you know exactly what I mean. This guy looked like a paving or hauling contractor. --R Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: yes dave walton wrote: Were all the W140 S600's long wheelbase? Thanks -Dave Walton 94S350, 99E300 On 1/29/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Fanciers, I was in Minneapolis tonight to hit a party at First Avenue, and I walked past an interesting Benz: From the late '80s or early 90's by me estimation. Long wheelbase. Didn't pay much attention 'til I saw the uncharacteristic V12 emblem on the side (I think behind the rear passenger window) (the style of the lettering was what looked funny to me). The model badge on the back read 600S if I recall. Is this legit? Incidentally, the license plate read PRES. Brian _ FREE pop-up blocking with the new MSN Toolbar – get it now! http://toolbar.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200415ave/direct/01/ ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] Mono Wiper Info Request
With recent talk of monowipers I am reminded that mine needs help. The motor is sluggish at best. I'm thinking maybe something in the gearbox (or not in the gearbox ie lubrication) is causing the slow-down. I have a spare gearbox and the original fried-looking motor that came in my 1986 190D 2.5 Euro. When the switch indicates high speed position, the wipers move very slowly, when it indicates slow speed, the wipers move faster, in the delay position, it does nothing at all. I will be looking things over in a couple of hours and checking the pin-out on the electrical connector. I have been using RainX, which is a wonderful product, in lieu of wipers. It works great over 35-40mph but I really want my wipers to function correctly. Any information, tips/tricks deeply appreciated. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sun Jan 29 19:16:52 2006 Received: from xproxy.gmail.com ([66.249.82.203]) by server5.arterytc5.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1F3I2e-I0-Hk for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Sun, 29 Jan 2006 19:16:52 + Received: by xproxy.gmail.com with SMTP id s11so760881wxc for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Sun, 29 Jan 2006 11:16:50 -0800 (PST) DomainKey-Signature: a=rsa-sha1; q=dns; c=nofws; s=beta; d=gmail.com; h=received:message-id:date:from:to:subject:in-reply-to:mime-version:content-type:content-transfer-encoding:content-disposition:references; b=fl7s6FsOrEEgEI2LwqYUt/CYF4WNYqdh8cCvpG0I5DEEQhuWTme0ESf4u3sXZqc6mX1E+WjYvPy01TD55Hv39Gm/bsS1apDas0Ij32zdwiyVNQ1tpVa6ZSQSJxE+MgDwIt2csrpwFhw/h6ImE9ITlJtwm02vkCm7MzBcBw7en0Q= Received: by 10.70.69.12 with SMTP id r12mr1123157wxa; Sun, 29 Jan 2006 11:16:49 -0800 (PST) Received: by 10.70.123.14 with HTTP; Sun, 29 Jan 2006 11:16:49 -0800 (PST) Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2006 13:16:49 -0600 From: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] In-Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Content-Disposition: inline References: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Subject: Re: [MBZ] that sure is a nice car X-BeenThere: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.6 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes_striplin.net.striplin.net List-Unsubscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net List-Post: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2006 19:16:52 - Oh - you mean the teal Starship in the background? On 1/29/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.striplin.net/ -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D 243K, Rattled '87 300SDL 290K, Limo Lite, or blue car '81 240D 173K, Gramps, or yellow car '78 450SLC 67K, brown car '97 Ply Grand Voyager 78K Van Go
Re: [MBZ] wonder what happens when you win the auction at less than 11k
Yup, Then he'll try to get off only paying ebay their % of $0.10 ! Ebay is cracking down on sellers trying to circumvent the fees, he may be in for a suprize. -Robert John Ervine wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-ONLY11000-1971-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-BUY-IT-NOW-11000_W0QQitemZ4608609175QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem I'd imagine that the seller won't pre-approve your bid unless you agree to pay the full price of $11k - then he'll pull the auction because you've used his special Buy It Now feature. He's using Ebay as a cheap AutoTrader or Hemmings.
Re: [MBZ] wonder what happens when you win the auction at less than 11k
Thought Ebay Motors is not a percentage...40.00 to list and 40.00 to sell plus extras like BIN. On 1/29/06, Robert Tara Ludwick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yup, Then he'll try to get off only paying ebay their % of $0.10 ! Ebay is cracking down on sellers trying to circumvent the fees, he may be in for a suprize. -Robert John Ervine wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-ONLY11000-1971-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-BUY-IT-NOW-11000_W0QQitemZ4608609175QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem I'd imagine that the seller won't pre-approve your bid unless you agree to pay the full price of $11k - then he'll pull the auction because you've used his special Buy It Now feature. He's using Ebay as a cheap AutoTrader or Hemmings. ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] that sure is a nice car
yea, its nice as well but not what I was talking about exactly OK Don wrote: Oh - you mean the teal Starship in the background? On 1/29/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.striplin.net/ -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D 243K, Rattled '87 300SDL 290K, Limo Lite, or blue car '81 240D 173K, Gramps, or yellow car '78 450SLC 67K, brown car '97 Ply Grand Voyager 78K Van Go ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] that sure is a nice car
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: yea, its nice as well but not what I was talking about exactly OK Don wrote: Oh - you mean the teal Starship in the background? On 1/29/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.striplin.net/ -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D 243K, Rattled '87 300SDL 290K, Limo Lite, or blue car '81 240D 173K, Gramps, or yellow car '78 450SLC 67K, brown car '97 Ply Grand Voyager 78K Van Go ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
[MBZ] I guess everyone else is as busy as I was
Replaced the fan clutch and belt tensioner on my SDL today. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] wonder what happens when you win the auction at less than 11k
On Sun, 29 Jan 2006 10:36:18 -0600 Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-ONLY11000-1971-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-BUY-IT-NOW-11000_W0QQitemZ4608609175QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem I've seen deals like this for kitchen ranges (high BIN, no reserve), emailed the seller to get added to the approved bidders list, and never heard from them. Their auctions also had no bids. I'm not quite sure what the game is. Craig
Re: [MBZ] motor mounts 116/123/126 whats the deal?
Thats what I thought too. For a a 617.95 engine in the 116 chasis it still calls for two different numbers, that look the same when you open the box. In a 126 chasis they are the same number. Maybe one is a higher durometer rubber Bob DuPuy On 1/29/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: they are the same. Bob DuPuy wrote: Is the or is there not a difference between the port side and starboard side motor mounts. I've been told there used to be but now they are supperseded to the same number, and now that there is a difference. what is the real truth? Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl ___
Re: [MBZ] I guess everyone else is as busy as I was
On Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 05:19 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Replaced the fan clutch and belt tensioner on my SDL today. No but yesterday I switched the 190D over to Amsoil sytnthetic tranny fluid and changed the filter. Swapped the PS fluid to Amsoil tranny fluid using the dilution method (pull the filter and change the fluid in the reservoir 4-5 times after driving a bit between changes) and changed the filter too. The fluid that came out of the PS was thick in comparison to the Amsoil stuff. It looked like it started out life as a clear fluid but was pretty dirty. Kinda grey with the usual aluminum /metallic swirl. There is definitely less effort required to turn the wheel after the changeover. I've had this happen numerous times when changing PS fluid even when I used plain old Dexron III w/Mercron rather than Mobil 1 or Amsoil. My wagon when I first got it used to bind a little when it was way cold, like 10-25 below 0 F. Changing to synthetic fluid cured that. I can't really tell any difference between the Amsoil and Mobil 1 but I can tell you that both brands improve tranny feel as well as steering input. The Amsoil fluid is supposed to be good up to 100,000mi. What's Mobil's claim for longevity on their synthetic tranny fluid? Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] motor mounts 116/123/126 whats the deal?
On Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 05:23 PM, Bob DuPuy wrote: Thats what I thought too. For a a 617.95 engine in the 116 chasis it still calls for two different numbers, that look the same when you open the box. In a 126 chasis they are the same number. Maybe one is a higher durometer rubber Bob DuPuy They're the same now at the dealer and aftermarket. Its been that way for quite some time. Maybe they found a happy medium. Lefts like to separate and rights tend to smash. Left ones will smash too if there is fuel/oil dripping on them for years. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
[MBZ] Rear Diff PM...Maybe
How about the rear diff PM... I noticed that it is seeping a tad and since it's in dry lay up until I get the caliper rebuild parts from Rusty perhaps I should service the critter. What must I do? Bob Rentfro '77 300D 148K '01 VW Beetle TDI 61K Litchfield Park, AZ
Re: [MBZ] I guess everyone else is as busy as I was
After I swapped to M1 ATF for PS fluid, the steering was a tad easier. The stinky part was gasket on the lid evidently didn't like the M1 and it began to seep a tad and I didn't notice it until I lifted the hood to check the oil one day and everything was wicked dust caked (desert, remember...we are at 103 days without rain). I need to get some gasket material and make a new one. By the wayare you all settled and back to the daily grind Johnny B? Bob Rentfro - Original Message - From: John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 29, 2006 3:52 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I guess everyone else is as busy as I was On Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 05:19 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Replaced the fan clutch and belt tensioner on my SDL today. No but yesterday I switched the 190D over to Amsoil sytnthetic tranny fluid and changed the filter. Swapped the PS fluid to Amsoil tranny fluid using the dilution method (pull the filter and change the fluid in the reservoir 4-5 times after driving a bit between changes) and changed the filter too. The fluid that came out of the PS was thick in comparison to the Amsoil stuff. It looked like it started out life as a clear fluid but was pretty dirty. Kinda grey with the usual aluminum /metallic swirl. There is definitely less effort required to turn the wheel after the changeover. I've had this happen numerous times when changing PS fluid even when I used plain old Dexron III w/Mercron rather than Mobil 1 or Amsoil. My wagon when I first got it used to bind a little when it was way cold, like 10-25 below 0 F. Changing to synthetic fluid cured that. I can't really tell any difference between the Amsoil and Mobil 1 but I can tell you that both brands improve tranny feel as well as steering input. The Amsoil fluid is supposed to be good up to 100,000mi. What's Mobil's claim for longevity on their synthetic tranny fluid? Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] motor mounts 116/123/126 whats the deal?
Well Our Man Rusted Root can still get a reasonable facsimile of the superseded right mount. Of course it costs double, but if it is important to you, or your just gullable Tom can hook you up. Bob DuPuy On 1/29/06, John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 05:23 PM, Bob DuPuy wrote: Thats what I thought too. For a a 617.95 engine in the 116 chasis it still calls for two different numbers, that look the same when you open the box. In a 126 chasis they are the same number. Maybe one is a higher durometer rubber Bob DuPuy They're the same now at the dealer and aftermarket. Its been that way for quite some time. Maybe they found a happy medium. Lefts like to separate and rights tend to smash. Left ones will smash too if there is fuel/oil dripping on them for years. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
[MBZ] DIY Maybach repair
Hey Kaleb, maybe you can hire this guy to do the body work on the cars that follow you home! Click link in first post: http://500ecstasy.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2823 Sure wish I could understand whatever language they're speaking. BTW- I believe MSRP on that Maybach is somewhere in the mid six figures. =:-O -- Dave M. Boise, ID 1994 E500 - 95kmi (Q-ship) 1987 300D - 261kmi (Sportline) -- Dave M. Boise, ID 1994 E500 - 95kmi (Q-ship) 1987 300D - 261kmi (Sportline)
Re: [MBZ] that sure is a nice car
Good information - On 1/29/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D 243K, Rattled '87 300SDL 290K, Limo Lite, or blue car '81 240D 173K, Gramps, or yellow car '78 450SLC 67K, brown car '97 Ply Grand Voyager 78K Van Go
