Re: [MBZ] carfax, please, anyone?
LT Don wrote: 1G1JC5246V7281513 1st digit vin is country of origin. 1 is USA (probably Lordstown) 2 is Canada 3 is Mexico
Re: [MBZ] Brits; what's wrong with these people?
Jeff Zedic wrote: I would guess that it was either because ofthe fuel economy, lackthereof by UK standards, age and quite possibly that it had some fault that didn't allow it to pass the MOT. I thought it was road ready, 695 pounds with tax, tags, etc from what I recall Vicki saying at the start. Don't you love the way they keep saying old Benz were well built, pre-93 Benz were well built... so as to avoid implying that the Germans make good cars now. Kaleb: I reposted it because I had been unable to get all of it before it was taken down the last time. Somebody reposted it on YouTube, Dave M told me, and I passed the new links on to the list.
[MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=250013285473ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:AU:1 Any takers? Would make a great addition for the bar/pool room/garage or your AMG Merc.
[MBZ] cheap cheap cheap
One of the local car lots had a couple of MB's, and they leave them unlocked, so I stopped by and looked. 03 or so E320, I cant believe how cheap the interior was. Sunvisors were just cheap cloth with cheap little flip open mirrors. The wood appeared to be fake, plastic everywhere. Cheap cheap cheap. That was nothing compared to the CLK they had. It has cloth seats, seemed exactly like a neon or something. Geez. At least the stereos sounded nice. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] old 124 wagon
no, I didnt notice any. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I still can't understand how they found that great W124 station wagon for ?695 - at current conversion that's $1294.47. I'd buy it in a minute unless there's 400+k (I know, just broken in good) without any records.. It was a rustbucket that probably couldn't pass the MOT. Did you not notice the rust holes? RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
[MBZ] they are on crack
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-1981-mercedes-benz-300-sd-turbo-diesel-w126_W0QQitemZ330013345759QQihZ014QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
[MBZ] canadian 124D
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-Turbo-Diesel-Mercedes-Benz-300D-Turbo-Diesel_W0QQitemZ260014914852QQihZ016QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
[MBZ] cheap SDL
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-87-Mercedes-300SDL-turbo-diesel-Biodiesel_W0QQitemZ290013566082QQihZ019QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
[MBZ] another cheap SDL
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-300SDL-TURBO-NO-RESERVE-CLEAN-NEEDS-TLC-5-DAY-AUCTION_W0QQitemZ250013328725QQihZ015QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
[MBZ] 126 AC Schematic
Does anyone have the schematic for the 126 (82 300 SD) climate control pushbutton box? Mine has gotten a little flakey lately so thought I might try some focused troubleshooting vs. blind resoldering. The basic symptom is that it takes quite a while until it really starts cooling well. After that, it alternates blowing really cold or so-so (seems like fluctuations are too large). This is not an emergency and I have a spare CC control box I may try, but thought I'd query the list first. Cheers. Scott Ritchey Kittrell NC 1982 300SD 220K 1979 300TD 350K -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 1724 bytes Desc: not available Url : /pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20060731/0d0de853/attachment.bin
Re: [MBZ] 126 AC Schematic
I am very confident that Marshall (and perhaps others) can point you to the appropriate URL. Don On 7/30/06, Scott Ritchey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does anyone have the schematic for the 126 (82 300 SD) climate control pushbutton box? Mine has gotten a little flakey lately so thought I might try some focused troubleshooting vs. blind resoldering. The basic symptom is that it takes quite a while until it really starts cooling well. After that, it alternates blowing really cold or so-so (seems like fluctuations are too large). This is not an emergency and I have a spare CC control box I may try, but thought I'd query the list first. Cheers. Scott Ritchey Kittrell NC 1982 300SD 220K 1979 300TD 350K -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 1724 bytes Desc: not available Url : /pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20060731/0d0de853/attachment.bin ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle
Re: [MBZ] 126 AC Schematic
Scott Ritchey wrote: Does anyone have the schematic for the 126 (82 300 SD) climate control pushbutton box? Mine has gotten a little flakey lately so thought I might try some focused troubleshooting vs. blind resoldering. The basic symptom is that it takes quite a while until it really starts cooling well. After that, it alternates blowing really cold or so-so (seems like fluctuations are too large). This is not an emergency and I have a spare CC control box I may try, but thought I'd query the list first. Cheers. Mercedes has never made the schematic of the climate control unit available. Unless you have the skill to reverse engineer it, you're likely out of luck. Most problems can be cured just by resoldering the connections! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)
Re: [MBZ] 126 AC Schematic
Damn. Disregard my previous post. :-) On 7/30/06, Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Scott Ritchey wrote: Does anyone have the schematic for the 126 (82 300 SD) climate control pushbutton box? Mine has gotten a little flakey lately so thought I might try some focused troubleshooting vs. blind resoldering. The basic symptom is that it takes quite a while until it really starts cooling well. After that, it alternates blowing really cold or so-so (seems like fluctuations are too large). This is not an emergency and I have a spare CC control box I may try, but thought I'd query the list first. Cheers. Mercedes has never made the schematic of the climate control unit available. Unless you have the skill to reverse engineer it, you're likely out of luck. Most problems can be cured just by resoldering the connections! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle
Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
On Mon, 31 Jul 2006 09:59:29 +0930 Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=250013285473ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:AU:1 Any takers? I don't know what the conversion from AU $ to US $ is, but I'm fairly certain that AU $1,000,000 is a fair piece of change. Craig
Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
Hendrik -- Speaking of AMG ... I live in a small rural Iowa town in the midst of the agricultural region ( http://www.jeffersoniowa.com/). There is a law firm across the street from my office and we occasionally see an M-Class Benz or a Lexus SUV parked there, driven in from the big city by an attorney. We do have a late model E320 and a G-class here in town but both are owned by an old fart retired farmer and his wife. I have a 240D and our auditor drives a 10 year old (?) C-class gasser. That is it for our local Benz community. Last Thursday afternoon, I looked out our office window and saw what I think was a late 70s or early 80s S-Class (might have been an E-Class, couldn't swear in a court of law). A very nice bronze-brown in color. Had this wee tit of a spoiler on the back of the trunk. Custom wheels (but very nice, discrete sort of custom wheels) on what seemed to be factory size tires. I did not notice any sort of spoiler in the front but I didn't have a good look at the front from my angle. I wandered across the road to see what manner of beast this might be. The trunk emblem was not much help, for it said only AMG. The more I looked at the car the more it looked to deserve a speeding ticket just sitting there parked. It was either a W124 or a W126 -- I don't have enough experience to tell between the two unless I have a tape measure. I was in absolute lust. I asked our administrative assistant to watch to see who was driving it and what building he left. As luck would have it, the car disappeared while she took a run to the loo. I went to the law office to ask who might own the car and they gave me blank stares -- no one had been in and out all morning. The only other shop there is a barber. Perhaps someone popped in from out of town for a haircut? D. On 7/30/06, Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=250013285473ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:AU:1 Any takers? Would make a great addition for the bar/pool room/garage or your AMG Merc. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle
Re: [MBZ] cheap SDL
They are all cheap when there is six plus days left Here is my search for cheap MB diesels. http://motors.search-desc.ebay.com/diesel-deisel-diesil-deisil-deisal-diesal-turbo-e300d-300d-190d-300cd-300sd-300sdl-300td-300dt-240d-300-d-240-d-300-sd_Mercedes-Benz_W0QQcatrefZC6QQcoactionZcompareQQcoentrypageZsearchQQcopagenumZ1QQfclZ3QQfromZR9QQfromZR9QQfrppZ200QQfsclZ1QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ1QQfstypeZ1QQftZ1QQftrtZ1QQftrvZ9QQftsZ2QQpriceZ1QQsacatZ6311QQsacqyopZgeQQsacurZ0QQsamcmZ6001QQsaprchiZ1222QQsaslopZ1QQsatitleZQ28dieselQ2cQ20deiselQ2cQ20diesilQ2cQ20deisilQ2cQ20deisalQ2cQ20diesalQ2cQ20turboQ2aQ2cQ20e300dQ2cQ20300dQ2cQ20190dQ2cQ20300cdQ2cQ20300sdQ2cQ20300sdlQ2cQ20300tdQ2cQ20300dtQ2cQ20240dQ2cQ20Q22300Q20dQ22Q2cQ20Q22240Q20dQ22Q2cQ20Q22300Q20sdQ22Q29QQsspagenameZSTRKQ3aMEFSRCHQ3aSRCH Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT
[MBZ] eBay searches [was: Re: cheap SDL]
On Sun, 30 Jul 2006 22:28:52 -0500 Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: They are all cheap when there is six plus days left Here is my search for cheap MB diesels. http://motors.search-desc.ebay.com/diesel-deisel-diesil-deisil-deisal-diesal-turbo-e300d-300d-190d-300cd-300sd-300sdl-300td-300dt-240d-300-d-240-d-300-sd_Mercedes-Benz_W0QQcatrefZC6QQcoactionZcompareQQcoentrypageZsearchQQcopagenumZ1QQfclZ3QQfromZR9QQfromZR9QQfrppZ200QQfsclZ1QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ1QQfstypeZ1QQftZ1QQftrtZ1QQftrvZ9QQftsZ2QQpriceZ1QQsacatZ6311QQsacqyopZgeQQsacurZ0QQsamcmZ6001QQsaprchiZ1222QQsaslopZ1QQsatitleZQ28dieselQ2cQ20deiselQ2cQ20diesilQ2cQ20deisilQ2cQ20deisalQ2cQ20diesalQ2cQ20turboQ2aQ2cQ20e300dQ2cQ20300dQ2cQ20190dQ2cQ20300cdQ2cQ20300sdQ2cQ20300sdlQ2cQ20300tdQ2cQ20300dtQ2cQ20240dQ2cQ20Q22300Q20dQ22Q2cQ20Q22240Q20dQ22Q2cQ20Q22300Q20sdQ22Q29QQsspagenameZSTRKQ3aMEFSRCHQ3aSRCH So how do you get it to restrict the search to Ending within 3 days, Max Price: $1,222.00 ? (How did you go about setting up the search?) Craig
Re: [MBZ] eBay searches [was: Re: cheap SDL]
You don't know the secret handshake yet? On 7/30/06, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Sun, 30 Jul 2006 22:28:52 -0500 Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: They are all cheap when there is six plus days left Here is my search for cheap MB diesels. http://motors.search-desc.ebay.com/diesel-deisel-diesil-deisil-deisal-diesal-turbo-e300d-300d-190d-300cd-300sd-300sdl-300td-300dt-240d-300-d-240-d-300-sd_Mercedes-Benz_W0QQcatrefZC6QQcoactionZcompareQQcoentrypageZsearchQQcopagenumZ1QQfclZ3QQfromZR9QQfromZR9QQfrppZ200QQfsclZ1QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ1QQfstypeZ1QQftZ1QQftrtZ1QQftrvZ9QQftsZ2QQpriceZ1QQsacatZ6311QQsacqyopZgeQQsacurZ0QQsamcmZ6001QQsaprchiZ1222QQsaslopZ1QQsatitleZQ28dieselQ2cQ20deiselQ2cQ20diesilQ2cQ20deisilQ2cQ20deisalQ2cQ20diesalQ2cQ20turboQ2aQ2cQ20e300dQ2cQ20300dQ2cQ20190dQ2cQ20300cdQ2cQ20300sdQ2cQ20300sdlQ2cQ20300tdQ2cQ20300dtQ2cQ20240dQ2cQ20Q22300Q20dQ22Q2cQ20Q22240Q20dQ22Q2cQ20Q22300Q20sdQ22Q29QQsspagenameZSTRKQ3aMEFSRCHQ3aSRCH So how do you get it to restrict the search to Ending within 3 days, Max Price: $1,222.00 ? (How did you go about setting up the search?) Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle
Re: [MBZ] 201 status
I will be heading out and if they are there, I will salvage them -- Original message -- From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] There is a white 201 waiting to hit the yard at PnP. It was swiped on passenger side, but looks to be ok on the front. Drooling at it sitting in the pen until the heat addled my brain. I'm looking for a decent pair of headlamps at the PnP price. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
It's around $700K US so crack is abundant there too! I'll be there early September hope it's not sold so I can score a bargain Dennis T -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Sunday, July 30, 2006 7:56 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here I don't know what the conversion from AU $ to US $ is, but I'm fairly certain that AU $1,000,000 is a fair piece of change. Craig -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
It's really sad what unusual licence plates go for in theUK/Oz..and then there's the sad bastard with too much money that buys it.hahaha Jeff Zedic Toronto
Re: [MBZ] eBay searches [was: Re: cheap SDL]
On Sun, 30 Jul 2006 23:53:54 -0400 LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You don't know the secret handshake yet? I apparently do not. Please enlighten me. Craig
Re: [MBZ] eBay searches [was: Re: cheap SDL]
I will as soon as I learn it. Actually, it is but the URL from a search. EBay motors lets you put in parameters on which to search. On 7/31/06, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Sun, 30 Jul 2006 23:53:54 -0400 LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You don't know the secret handshake yet? I apparently do not. Please enlighten me. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle
[MBZ] Engine quitting
Folks, The daughters new (to her) 1995 E300D has quit on her a couple of times, it left her stranded the other night. She thought she had run out of fuel although the gage said she had a bit under 1/2 a tank. She did not attempt to start it in case it was out of fuel. She returned to the vehicle the next day with 5 gallons of diesel poured it in the tank and it started immediately so it was not out of fuel. The gage proved accurate as I drained about 10 gals out of it. I replaced the tank screen, disassembled and cleaned the level sensor, replaced both fuel filters, filled the high pressure one with diesel purge, added 3 gallons of clean diesel to the tank. She drove into Woodland a mile or so away, filled the tank it took 20 gallons and on the way home it quit. She called me I drove down the hill to her, opened the stop knob on the high pressure filter a bit more it started and she drove home and up the steep hill to my place without an issue -- she does not trust the car at this stage. So where should the 'stop screw' be positioned at? I changed the overload (overvoltage) relay drove it in Italian fashion in the hills behind us never missed a beat, the cruise started working reliably for me however she tried it today and she said it was useless. It does have the Benz and an after market security system. Any thoughts, Dennis T -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] cheap cheap cheap
It's been said many times before. They just don't make 'em like they used to. They've got airbags everywhere, ABS and other modern gadgetry, but no quality, a sad, sad state of affairs. Kevin in Hillsboro Oregon 1981 300CD 204K miles, Giesela
Re: [MBZ] old 124 wagon
Neither did I. Chaps my ass; what a waste. On 7/30/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: no, I didnt notice any. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler #22 (216k) '84 300D (214k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
Re: [MBZ] Cavalier's mile long built in defect list
I think you should be distinctive and pronounce the car name in the original French: Please step aside sir, ah drive a Chev-ro-lay Cav-ahl-ee-ay Respect is bound to come your way. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler #22 (216k) '84 300D (214k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting
Dennis, IIRC the OM606 series is notorious for having fuel leaks with the fittings near the fuel filter(s), which allows fuel out and/or air into the system. I'd check to make sure all these fittings are tight and install new o-rings and hoses. Unfortunately, that's all I got for ya. Good luck! On 7/30/06, woodlandtaylors [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Folks, The daughters new (to her) 1995 E300D has quit on her a couple of times, it left her stranded the other night. She thought she had run out of fuel although the gage said she had a bit under 1/2 a tank. She did not attempt to start it in case it was out of fuel. She returned to the vehicle the next day with 5 gallons of diesel poured it in the tank and it started immediately so it was not out of fuel. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler #22 (216k) '84 300D (214k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
You must have seen the famous AMG ghost car:-) Seriuosly have a look here http://www.mercedes-damien.com/historique/amg%20sous%20menu/AMG%20W126/amg%20w126.htm was it something like this? - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 12:39 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here Hendrik -- Speaking of AMG ... I live in a small rural Iowa town in the midst of the agricultural region ( http://www.jeffersoniowa.com/). There is a law firm across the street from my office and we occasionally see an M-Class Benz or a Lexus SUV parked there, driven in from the big city by an attorney. We do have a late model E320 and a G-class here in town but both are owned by an old fart retired farmer and his wife. I have a 240D and our auditor drives a 10 year old (?) C-class gasser. That is it for our local Benz community. Last Thursday afternoon, I looked out our office window and saw what I think was a late 70s or early 80s S-Class (might have been an E-Class, couldn't swear in a court of law). A very nice bronze-brown in color. Had this wee tit of a spoiler on the back of the trunk. Custom wheels (but very nice, discrete sort of custom wheels) on what seemed to be factory size tires. I did not notice any sort of spoiler in the front but I didn't have a good look at the front from my angle. I wandered across the road to see what manner of beast this might be. The trunk emblem was not much help, for it said only AMG. The more I looked at the car the more it looked to deserve a speeding ticket just sitting there parked. It was either a W124 or a W126 -- I don't have enough experience to tell between the two unless I have a tape measure. I was in absolute lust. I asked our administrative assistant to watch to see who was driving it and what building he left. As luck would have it, the car disappeared while she took a run to the loo. I went to the law office to ask who might own the car and they gave me blank stares -- no one had been in and out all morning. The only other shop there is a barber. Perhaps someone popped in from out of town for a haircut? D. On 7/30/06, Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=250013285473ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:AU:1 Any takers? Would make a great addition for the bar/pool room/garage or your AMG Merc. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 268.10.4/399 - Release Date: 25/07/2006
Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
Like anyone would be stupid enough to fork that kind of cash out on anything over one cheesy photo to a zero feedback seller?? Who knows, it might happen. That kind of money and brains aren't known to travel in the same circles. --Robert Hendrik Riessen wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=250013285473ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:AU:1 Any takers? Would make a great addition for the bar/pool room/garage or your AMG Merc. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
BINGO --- that is exactly what I saw. Do I win a prize? On 7/31/06, Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You must have seen the famous AMG ghost car:-) Seriuosly have a look here http://www.mercedes-damien.com/historique/amg%20sous%20menu/AMG%20W126/amg%20w126.htm was it something like this? - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 12:39 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here Hendrik -- Speaking of AMG ... I live in a small rural Iowa town in the midst of the agricultural region ( http://www.jeffersoniowa.com/). There is a law firm across the street from my office and we occasionally see an M-Class Benz or a Lexus SUV parked there, driven in from the big city by an attorney. We do have a late model E320 and a G-class here in town but both are owned by an old fart retired farmer and his wife. I have a 240D and our auditor drives a 10 year old (?) C-class gasser. That is it for our local Benz community. Last Thursday afternoon, I looked out our office window and saw what I think was a late 70s or early 80s S-Class (might have been an E-Class, couldn't swear in a court of law). A very nice bronze-brown in color. Had this wee tit of a spoiler on the back of the trunk. Custom wheels (but very nice, discrete sort of custom wheels) on what seemed to be factory size tires. I did not notice any sort of spoiler in the front but I didn't have a good look at the front from my angle. I wandered across the road to see what manner of beast this might be. The trunk emblem was not much help, for it said only AMG. The more I looked at the car the more it looked to deserve a speeding ticket just sitting there parked. It was either a W124 or a W126 -- I don't have enough experience to tell between the two unless I have a tape measure. I was in absolute lust. I asked our administrative assistant to watch to see who was driving it and what building he left. As luck would have it, the car disappeared while she took a run to the loo. I went to the law office to ask who might own the car and they gave me blank stares -- no one had been in and out all morning. The only other shop there is a barber. Perhaps someone popped in from out of town for a haircut? D. On 7/30/06, Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=250013285473ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:AU:1 Any takers? Would make a great addition for the bar/pool room/garage or your AMG Merc. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 268.10.4/399 - Release Date: 25/07/2006 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle
Re: [MBZ] Cavalier's mile long built in defect list
Daughter did take three years of French in high school in high school and is going to major in anthropology. Maybe you have discovered the topic for her Master's Thesis in six years! On 7/31/06, Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I think you should be distinctive and pronounce the car name in the original French: Please step aside sir, ah drive a Chev-ro-lay Cav-ahl-ee-ay Respect is bound to come your way. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler #22 (216k) '84 300D (214k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle
Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting
And when the return hoses leack, you can get about a quart of fuel filling the injecter holes. Had to replace hose today. What a mess. BioD eats the foam gasket on the useless black plastic doohickey. clay -- Original message -- From: Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] Dennis, IIRC the OM606 series is notorious for having fuel leaks with the fittings near the fuel filter(s), which allows fuel out and/or air into the system. I'd check to make sure all these fittings are tight and install new o-rings and hoses. Unfortunately, that's all I got for ya. Good luck! On 7/30/06, woodlandtaylors [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Folks, The daughters new (to her) 1995 E300D has quit on her a couple of times, it left her stranded the other night. She thought she had run out of fuel although the gage said she had a bit under 1/2 a tank. She did not attempt to start it in case it was out of fuel. She returned to the vehicle the next day with 5 gallons of diesel poured it in the tank and it started immediately so it was not out of fuel. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler #22 (216k) '84 300D (214k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Another for Ed Booher
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/187947192.html all for $500 http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/car/188177202.html $300 for a 220b http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/187335612.html This one is for Jim Cathey http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/car/186955886.html Another one for Ed http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/186777420.html Jim Cathey wanted some 201 goodness Thought this would make for some intersting reading for the people in need of old cars or parts. clay
[MBZ] OT : eBay searches [was: Re: cheap SDL]
So how do you get it to restrict the search to Ending within 3 days, Max Price: $1,222.00 ? (How did you go about setting up the search?) Those search parameters are in the left side panel (frame?) of any initial eBay search. The panel is yellow. At the bottom of the panel, below the show items button is a link that says Customize options displayed above. Click that link (the word customize) and it will take you to a page where you can add and subtract certain search parameters, I.E. items within 200 miles, items ending in two days, items priced from 0- 1222 dollars. Another search trick is to check the box under the search labeled Search title AND description I want to say that eBay uses a Boolean type search engine. I could be mistaken on the correct name. A few features of how it works are these. In any given search if you use quotation marks it will search for that particular combination of characters in that combination only. I.E. if searching for a 300 D you would search 300 d . Use of parenthesis. Using parenthesis is using the OR function of the search engine. Say, for instance you are searching for a dodge with a Cummins or hemi engine. your search would be something like dodge (Cummins, hemi) . Use of the wildcard. The wildcard character * is used to symbolize ANY combination of characters following a combination of two characters. If you are searching for a Chevrolet, you know that some people call them Chevy. To include both variations of this and any other string of characters beginning with chev, you would use chev* . You would be surprised at how many people misspell Mercedes. Finding one of these auctions with misspellings GREATLY increases the chances of finding a bargain. One thing about the folks on this list, we love a bargain. I hope this helps someones chance of finding a bargain. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT
Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
HAHAHA, this is what happens when one is sick of being passed by bugs On Sun, 30 Jul 2006 22:09:14 -0500, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hendrik -- Speaking of AMG ... snip I was in absolute lust. -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (236 kmi) '82 300CD (160 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) needs MAJOR work
Re: [MBZ] Another for Ed Booher
http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/car/186955886.html That could be a contender, but I promised my wife, and myself, nothing more like that. For awhile! http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/186777420.html Gasser? Never said it was a diesel. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] 50 ppm Sulphur vs 500ppm
That's what I had thought, thanks for the confirmation . Unfortunately its very expensive to do an oil analysis here , some $80 and not practical ( out of touwn, courier etcetc ) so I have not had an oil check done. PEter -Original Message- From: Marshall Booth [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 28 July 2006 06:41 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 50 ppm Sulphur vs 500ppm Peter Merle wrote: Oil companies are now introducing 50ppm sulphur diesel here in South Africa and was wondering if I could extend the oil drain intervals safely on my '1979 300D ? Since 500 ppm sulfur content was introduced in the early '90s, soot content of the oil is USUALLY the limiting factor requiring the oil be changed (rather than acidic combustion by-product buildup). The introduction of 50 or 15 ppm fuel won't change that. The oil still needs to be changed when it fills up with soot and lower sulfur content doesn't change soot production at all! Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 240D brake msytery
I just got the green goddess back from the shop last week-reman Bosch alternator that I posted about-and it also had a hot brake smell and significant pedal fade problem. They found no excessive wear signs on the pads or rotors- so they flushed the brake fluid and replaced. They drove it about 25 miles and it wouldn't heat up or fade. I drove it around town and it seemed fine-yesterday on way to old car show, about 10 miles-hot brake smell and sever (75%) pedal loss. Limped it back to Indy's. Right front wheel/hub cap was hot. So is it likely to still be fluid? Bad caliper? Brake lines? NOTE-A year ago I had this problem and my other Indy (now out of business) put on reman calipers and two new front brake lines. Only have driven it about 3K miles since then. Is it acting up because I brought the 300D 2.5t home? Thanks, Dwight Dwight Giles, Jr 1979 240D auto, 250K + miles 1990 300D 2.5t, 130K miles Wickford, RI Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co. -
Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness
George wrote: I thought I was the only one silly enough to have a fan on in my garage. HAHAHAHA I have a 5000btu window AC in my 2 car garage! ;-) I have a disease (similar to MS) that disabled me in '99 - and the meds I take mae me sensitive to heat. My mother-in-law bought me a window unit because she knew how much I enjoyed messing with cars on the days I wasn't in pain and when it got too warm (70) I could only be out there for a few minutes at a time. Bless her heart - she stayed with us during her last years - a sweet lady. Anyway - the AC cools the garage down to ~70F even when it's pretty warm outside - today I'm replacing the alternator on the '91 300D and I turned it around this morning before it got hot outside - it's supposed to be close to 100 with 90%+ humidity - so I did't lose too much of the cool air. I have insulation and sheetrock on 2 walls - obviously can't do much more insulating on the big garage doors - but I have 1 more wall to do - which is shaded by trees so it's not too bad. Of course, I also have a fan to move the air around - whether the AC is on or not. I guess 'm spoiled. - Can't imagine how I made it when young - we didn;t have home AC until I was 12 or so - no AC in the cars either - this was early 60s - and it wasn;t unusual to have a car or house without AC IMHO. Anyway - ya'll stay cool - the east coast is supposed to have temps around 100F for the next few days. Check on the old folks - this is dangerous heat - I know ya'll in Nev get stuff hotter than this but it's unusual around here. ;-) Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: George Gregory [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, July 30, 2006 3:35 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness On 7/30/06 1:27 PM, Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Even though I have an old oscillating fan movie air around it can't do much good unless you leave the door open for a spell. I thought I was the only one silly enough to have a fan on in my garage. -- +-- GG 1997 SL500 (104k) http://homepage.mac.com/deneals/SL500.htm http://homepage.mac.com/deneals +-- ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] cheap cheap cheap
Howdy - That agrees with the comments I've heard about overall low quality starting in about 99 or 2000 - I spoke with a guy who bought a new '00 S430 and the paint was flaking off *all* the body panels revealing corrosion where the paint was - never in an accident, always garaged, very well cared for but MB will not off any repair - so they're being sued. I don't think I'd buy a MB newer than 98 - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Mailing List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, July 30, 2006 8:39 PM Subject: [MBZ] cheap cheap cheap One of the local car lots had a couple of MB's, and they leave them unlocked, so I stopped by and looked. 03 or so E320, I cant believe how cheap the interior was. Sunvisors were just cheap cloth with cheap little flip open mirrors. The wood appeared to be fake, plastic everywhere. Cheap cheap cheap. That was nothing compared to the CLK they had. It has cloth seats, seemed exactly like a neon or something. Geez. At least the stereos sounded nice. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] eBay searches [was: Re: cheap SDL]
Hi Craig, Look for the link to Advanced Search - here's one - http://search.ebay.com/ws/search/AdvSearch?sofocus=bssacat=-1catref=C5from=R7nojspr=yfsop=1fsoo=1fcl=3frpp=50sofindtype=1pfid= you may find a couple of levels of Detailed Searches so keep going deeper into the details - you''ll find all kinds of things you can limit the search on - HTH's Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, July 30, 2006 11:49 PM Subject: [MBZ] eBay searches [was: Re: cheap SDL] On Sun, 30 Jul 2006 22:28:52 -0500 Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: They are all cheap when there is six plus days left Here is my search for cheap MB diesels. http://motors.search-desc.ebay.com/diesel-deisel-diesil-deisil-deisal-diesal-turbo-e300d-300d-190d-300cd-300sd-300sdl-300td-300dt-240d-300-d-240-d-300-sd_Mercedes-Benz_W0QQcatrefZC6QQcoactionZcompareQQcoentrypageZsearchQQcopagenumZ1QQfclZ3QQfromZR9QQfromZR9QQfrppZ200QQfsclZ1QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ1QQfstypeZ1QQftZ1QQftrtZ1QQftrvZ9QQftsZ2QQpriceZ1QQsacatZ6311QQsacqyopZgeQQsacurZ0QQsamcmZ6001QQsaprchiZ1222QQsaslopZ1QQsatitleZQ28dieselQ2cQ20deiselQ2cQ20diesilQ2cQ20deisilQ2cQ20deisalQ2cQ20diesalQ2cQ20turboQ2aQ2cQ20e300dQ2cQ20300dQ2cQ20190dQ2cQ20300cdQ2cQ20300sdQ2cQ20300sdlQ2cQ20300tdQ2cQ20300dtQ2cQ20240dQ2cQ20Q22300Q20dQ22Q2cQ20Q22240Q20dQ22Q2cQ20Q22300Q20sdQ22Q29QQsspagenameZSTRKQ3aMEFSRCHQ3aSRCH So how do you get it to restrict the search to Ending within 3 days, Max Price: $1,222.00 ? (How did you go about setting up the search?) Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting
Hi Dennis, I would not trust the after market security system - find it and disable/remove it. The mid 90s diesels are not the thieves favorite vehicle - if its stolen it'll be because it was unlocked with the keys in it - if broken into it's because someone wants the radio or something left in view - of course, if it doesn't attempt to disable the vehicle then it's not part of the problem - perhaps it only sounds the horn and flashes the lights? Try to find out how the aftermarket security system works - I'm curious how it might work - most work to cut the electrity but that won't do any good on a diesel. If it doesn't attempt to disable the vehicle then it's not part of the problem - It would be helpful to know how the car acts when it shuts down - lack of fuel usually stops instantly - not like a gas car that stumbles/runs/stumbles/etc before finally dieing from lack of fuel. Ask her what it did/how it acted - Back to the engine - as we all know, a diesel will run as long as it;s getting fuel and air - air is not typically a problem - and you've probably checked/replaced the air filter. That leaves the fuel system which some others have described possible problems - they sound very likely to make it stop -- but I'm not sure it would restart after waiting a while if it was getting air into the system. That usually requiures some effort to remove the air. I have the workshop manual but did not see any info about the shutoff linkage. My diesels stop lever's have tension on them - so it takes a bit of efforty to push them - I doubt the shutoff is moving enough to make the IP stop providing fuel I can send you sections of the WSM if you need them - I'll keep searching for info in it. Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: woodlandtaylors [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 12:20 AM Subject: [MBZ] Engine quitting Folks, The daughters new (to her) 1995 E300D has quit on her a couple of times, it left her stranded the other night. She thought she had run out of fuel although the gage said she had a bit under 1/2 a tank. She did not attempt to start it in case it was out of fuel. She returned to the vehicle the next day with 5 gallons of diesel poured it in the tank and it started immediately so it was not out of fuel. The gage proved accurate as I drained about 10 gals out of it. I replaced the tank screen, disassembled and cleaned the level sensor, replaced both fuel filters, filled the high pressure one with diesel purge, added 3 gallons of clean diesel to the tank. She drove into Woodland a mile or so away, filled the tank it took 20 gallons and on the way home it quit. She called me I drove down the hill to her, opened the stop knob on the high pressure filter a bit more it started and she drove home and up the steep hill to my place without an issue -- she does not trust the car at this stage. So where should the 'stop screw' be positioned at? I changed the overload (overvoltage) relay drove it in Italian fashion in the hills behind us never missed a beat, the cruise started working reliably for me however she tried it today and she said it was useless. It does have the Benz and an after market security system. Any thoughts, Dennis T -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] cheap SDL
Really.I was kinda wonderring what made them cheap with that many days left... Mike - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, July 30, 2006 11:28 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] cheap SDL They are all cheap when there is six plus days left Here is my search for cheap MB diesels. http://motors.search-desc.ebay.com/diesel-deisel-diesil-deisil-deisal-diesal-turbo-e300d-300d-190d-300cd-300sd-300sdl-300td-300dt-240d-300-d-240-d-300-sd_Mercedes-Benz_W0QQcatrefZC6QQcoactionZcompareQQcoentrypageZsearchQQcopagenumZ1QQfclZ3QQfromZR9QQfromZR9QQfrppZ200QQfsclZ1QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ1QQfstypeZ1QQftZ1QQftrtZ1QQftrvZ9QQftsZ2QQpriceZ1QQsacatZ6311QQsacqyopZgeQQsacurZ0QQsamcmZ6001QQsaprchiZ1222QQsaslopZ1QQsatitleZQ28dieselQ2cQ20deiselQ2cQ20diesilQ2cQ20deisilQ2cQ20deisalQ2cQ20diesalQ2cQ20turboQ2aQ2cQ20e300dQ2cQ20300dQ2cQ20190dQ2cQ20300cdQ2cQ20300sdQ2cQ20300sdlQ2cQ20300tdQ2cQ20300dtQ2cQ20240dQ2cQ20Q22300Q20dQ22Q2cQ20Q22240Q20dQ22Q2cQ20Q22300Q20sdQ22Q29QQsspagenameZSTRKQ3aMEFSRCHQ3aSRCH Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
No doubt. There was a gent trying to sell a set of custom Suzuki plates in Oz on the Zuk list I am on.He started taking bids at like $400US...Ridiculous if you ask me but he said that was cheap there. Mike - Original Message - From: Jeff Zedic [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, July 30, 2006 11:59 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here It's really sad what unusual licence plates go for in theUK/Oz..and then there's the sad bastard with too much money that buys it.hahaha Jeff Zedic Toronto ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 240D brake msytery
Hi Dwight - Even if the calipers were remanufactured it may have a piston that is sticking - when a brake is dragging, it's either the piston/s or the brake hose is deterioating internally and not allowing the fuild to return and the pistons to release. I'd remove the caliper check the pistons for ease of movement.. Good luck - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 7:01 AM Subject: [MBZ] 240D brake msytery I just got the green goddess back from the shop last week-reman Bosch alternator that I posted about-and it also had a hot brake smell and significant pedal fade problem. They found no excessive wear signs on the pads or rotors- so they flushed the brake fluid and replaced. They drove it about 25 miles and it wouldn't heat up or fade. I drove it around town and it seemed fine-yesterday on way to old car show, about 10 miles-hot brake smell and sever (75%) pedal loss. Limped it back to Indy's. Right front wheel/hub cap was hot. So is it likely to still be fluid? Bad caliper? Brake lines? NOTE-A year ago I had this problem and my other Indy (now out of business) put on reman calipers and two new front brake lines. Only have driven it about 3K miles since then. Is it acting up because I brought the 300D 2.5t home? Thanks, Dwight Dwight Giles, Jr 1979 240D auto, 250K + miles 1990 300D 2.5t, 130K miles Wickford, RI Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co. - ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here
Can't read it but wooohooo do they look like fun!!! Sharp too. Mike - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 1:24 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here BINGO --- that is exactly what I saw. Do I win a prize? On 7/31/06, Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You must have seen the famous AMG ghost car:-) Seriuosly have a look here http://www.mercedes-damien.com/historique/amg%20sous%20menu/AMG%20W126/amg%20w126.htm was it something like this? - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 12:39 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here Hendrik -- Speaking of AMG ... I live in a small rural Iowa town in the midst of the agricultural region ( http://www.jeffersoniowa.com/). There is a law firm across the street from my office and we occasionally see an M-Class Benz or a Lexus SUV parked there, driven in from the big city by an attorney. We do have a late model E320 and a G-class here in town but both are owned by an old fart retired farmer and his wife. I have a 240D and our auditor drives a 10 year old (?) C-class gasser. That is it for our local Benz community. Last Thursday afternoon, I looked out our office window and saw what I think was a late 70s or early 80s S-Class (might have been an E-Class, couldn't swear in a court of law). A very nice bronze-brown in color. Had this wee tit of a spoiler on the back of the trunk. Custom wheels (but very nice, discrete sort of custom wheels) on what seemed to be factory size tires. I did not notice any sort of spoiler in the front but I didn't have a good look at the front from my angle. I wandered across the road to see what manner of beast this might be. The trunk emblem was not much help, for it said only AMG. The more I looked at the car the more it looked to deserve a speeding ticket just sitting there parked. It was either a W124 or a W126 -- I don't have enough experience to tell between the two unless I have a tape measure. I was in absolute lust. I asked our administrative assistant to watch to see who was driving it and what building he left. As luck would have it, the car disappeared while she took a run to the loo. I went to the law office to ask who might own the car and they gave me blank stares -- no one had been in and out all morning. The only other shop there is a barber. Perhaps someone popped in from out of town for a haircut? D. On 7/30/06, Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=250013285473ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:AU:1 Any takers? Would make a great addition for the bar/pool room/garage or your AMG Merc. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 268.10.4/399 - Release Date: 25/07/2006 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] old 124 wagon
I bet almost every 124 owner on the list would love the headlights :) I dig the burlwood interior with the manual heat A/C controls, as well as the snazzy cloth seats. J.B. At 12:58 AM 7/31/2006, you wrote: Neither did I. Chaps my ass; what a waste. On 7/30/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: no, I didnt notice any. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler #22 (216k) '84 300D (214k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] I got my new rig today
I think GM is very smart to say things like that. Most people are only as smart as squirrels and can't think any farther ahead than yesterday and will regularly do things not in their best interests if left to their own devices. GM is essentially saying We won't take ANY responsibility if YOU do something to this engine. Thus forcing owners toward some level of personal responsibility something GM and I know is sorely lacking in today's society. -Curt Date: Sat, 29 Jul 2006 16:36:02 -0400 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] I got my new rig today To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Just tossing in my 2 cents here, don't know why GM would say that since there are alot of engine mods out there that are perfectly safe for the DM. If it is done right you can up the HP and torque without doing any damage to the cats or the engine. There's a Bully Dog setup that includes the chip, larger exhaust (cat back) and all the gauges to monitor the engine function and exhaust temp. You can't just chip a DM you have to realize that when you make changes in how the engine operates there are other factors to consider. Harry 69 280 SEL 120,000 Miles 72 350SL 108,000 Miles 2004 VW Passat 4 Motion 1999 Mazda Miata - Yahoo! Music Unlimited - Access over 1 million songs.Try it free. From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mon Jul 31 14:21:42 2006 Received: from mta10.adelphia.net ([68.168.78.202]) by server8.arterytc8.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1G7YeM-0001A5-JR for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Mon, 31 Jul 2006 14:21:42 + Received: from x76yv2i150ve9v ([70.36.124.30]) by mta10.adelphia.net (InterMail vM.6.01.05.02 201-2131-123-102-20050715) with ESMTP id [EMAIL PROTECTED] for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Mon, 31 Jul 2006 10:21:37 -0400 From: woodlandtaylors [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 07:21:42 -0700 Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable X-Mailer: Microsoft Office Outlook 11 In-Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-MimeOLE: Produced By Microsoft MimeOLE V6.00.2600. Thread-Index: Aca0oSrzbigx2HtFRKyZeb2EFqp/cAACvYyw X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Subject: Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here X-BeenThere: mercedes@okiebenz.com X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.7.cp2 Precedence: list Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes_okiebenz.com.okiebenz.com List-Unsubscribe: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: /pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com List-Post: mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 14:21:43 - Mike, Here's a http://www.babelfish.altavista.com/tr translation not totally correct but you can get the general idea. Apr=E8s to have made known itself as a preparer of top-of-the-range = Mercedes (class S amongst other things) AMG it is attacked in W124. After having optimized the performances of the 300 E, AMG had the idea to install V8 = with 32 valves of the 500 and 560 AMG 32 S of the W126 series inside modest = a W124. This experiment strongly interressait the persons in charge for Mercedes who dug the idea which was going to lead to the 500 E (built in collaboration with Porsche). 6 cylinders of the 300 E inflated with 3,2 liters and 245 CV DIN! AMG announces one cx estraordinaire of 0,26, incredible on a truck of this gabari! The dash speed is announced with 246 km/h, the 1000 meters = standing start are crossed in 27 seconds! The price in 1989 was of more than 420 000,00 Frs (64 028,00 euros) without the options! This same engine was assembled on the 190. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] = [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Canfield Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 5:59 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] And you thought we where all normal over here Can't read it but wooohooo do they look like fun!!! Sharp too. Mike --=20 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: = 7/28/2006 =20
Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting
On Mon, 31 Jul 2006 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And when the return hoses leack, you can get about a quart of fuel filling the injecter holes. Had to replace hose today. What a mess. BioD eats the foam gasket on the useless black plastic doohickey. Yeah thats a ROYAL PITA. you need about 1/4 box of the scott rags in a box disposable shop towels to empty them. BTW I found that the return hose from a om61x will work in a pinch on the 606. A Real PITA is when the IP seals leak. The stealserships want to replace the whole IP. -j.
[MBZ] check this out
http://mechatronik.de/en/msl.htm -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness
I have insulation and sheetrock on 2 walls - obviously can't do much more insulating on the big garage doors - but I have 1 more wall to do - which is shaded by trees so it's not too bad. My sagging door was replaced with an insulated one, it made quite a difference. Also, is the ceiling insulated? That's the biggie, usually. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] 240D brake msytery
Indy's. Right front wheel/hub cap was hot. So is it likely to still be fluid? Bad caliper? Brake lines? Any of the above I suppose, but least likely to be fluid. Do you _know_ that OOB-man actually did the work? Get that front brake sticking and then jack it up, crack the bleeder, and see if the brake releases. That's a classic diagnosis of a bad hose, though I suppose it could also be a bad master cylinder that didn't release pressure when it ought. Though both front brakes share that line, so it seems less likely. Examine the hard brake lines for kinks and corrosion too. -- Jim
[MBZ] Powersteering woes
Oh plauge and pestilence. The powersteering leak I should have been fixing last weekend seems to have bitten me on the behind today. Driving to work I noticed a very strong oil smell that seemed to come and go. Once parked I noticed my car had left a trail of red oil... So its gotta be a PS leak, theres not much other red oil in the car and the trans feels fine and hasn't been leaking. I presume this is the low pressure hose, it looked suspect before and I haven't been able to find any leaks around the pump. Does anybody know what size this hose is? I know Rusty sells it by the metre but I'd rather not wait for shipping and I've already given him a couple boat payments off this car, plus I need to give him a call for a voltage regulator this week anyway... So anyway I'd like to source this stuff locally, anybody else done this? -Curt - How low will we go? Check out Yahoo! Messengers low PC-to-Phone call rates. From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mon Jul 31 14:58:50 2006 Received: from mxa.windwireless.net ([199.164.167.40]) by server8.arterytc8.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1G7ZEI-00054U-Kb for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Mon, 31 Jul 2006 14:58:50 + Received: from dogear.com (jimc.progress.wi-fi.windwireless.net [206.63.94.197] (may be forged)) by mxa.windwireless.net (8.12.9/8.12.9) with ESMTP id k6VExDjH025674 for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Mon, 31 Jul 2006 07:59:13 -0700 Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 07:58:38 -0700 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed Mime-Version: 1.0 (Apple Message framework v553) From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit In-Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-Id: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Mailer: Apple Mail (2.553) X-Virus-Scan: smtp-vilter X-SMTP-Vilter-Version: 1.1.0rc2 X-SMTP-Vilter-Backend: Clam AntiVirus Daemon (clamd) X-SMTP-Vilter-Status: clean X-Greylist: Sender IP whitelisted, not delayed by milter-greylist-2.0rc4 (mxa.windwireless.net [199.164.167.40]); Mon, 31 Jul 2006 07:59:22 -0700 (PDT) X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Subject: Re: [MBZ] Powersteering woes X-BeenThere: mercedes@okiebenz.com X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.7.cp2 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes_okiebenz.com.okiebenz.com List-Unsubscribe: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: /pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com List-Post: mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 14:58:50 - I'd like to source this stuff locally, anybody else done this? Low pressure hydraulic hose is pretty easy to find, just take your old stuff to NAPA or to a hydraulic specialty shop. Around here it's called House of Hose and is where you go to get new high-pressure rubber put on your existing hose ends. (That's where NAPA sends you if you need high pressure stuff.) It's also where you go to get new AC hose put on. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness
Hi Jim, Yep, ceiling is insulated and both big doors are insulated. I have just one more wall to do - the rear one. But I have so much junk on shelves on that wall I really hesitate to get started - but I really need to finish it - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 10:28 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness I have insulation and sheetrock on 2 walls - obviously can't do much more insulating on the big garage doors - but I have 1 more wall to do - which is shaded by trees so it's not too bad. My sagging door was replaced with an insulated one, it made quite a difference. Also, is the ceiling insulated? That's the biggie, usually. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness
I've never had a garage whatsoever. So when I replace the leaking PS hose it'll be out on the pavement in front of my apartment building where they frown on this sort of thing... Starting next month I should have a 1 car garage at our new house. I'm excited to have someplace to work out of the rain. Thats the reason I've yet to replace the passenger side door check straps or get the rear windows to work correctly is that it seems like every time I'm all ready to work on 'em its raining... -Curt Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 07:50:05 -0400 From: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original George wrote: I thought I was the only one silly enough to have a fan on in my garage. HAHAHAHA I have a 5000btu window AC in my 2 car garage! ;-) - How low will we go? Check out Yahoo! Messengers low PC-to-Phone call rates. From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mon Jul 31 15:47:57 2006 Received: from host337.ipowerweb.com ([72.22.69.22]) by server8.arterytc8.net with smtp (Exim 4.52) id 1G7Zzp-0001A6-1C for Mercedes@okiebenz.com; Mon, 31 Jul 2006 15:47:57 + Received: (qmail 53590 invoked from network); 31 Jul 2006 15:47:44 - Received: from unknown (HELO ?127.0.0.1?) (206.109.43.202) by host337.ipowerweb.com with SMTP; 31 Jul 2006 15:47:44 - Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 10:47:50 -0500 From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] User-Agent: Mozilla Thunderbird 1.0.7 (Windows/20050923) X-Accept-Language: en-us, en MIME-Version: 1.0 To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Subject: [MBZ] [Fwd: I think I am going to build one of these] X-BeenThere: mercedes@okiebenz.com X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.7.cp2 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes_okiebenz.com.okiebenz.com List-Unsubscribe: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: /pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com List-Post: mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 15:47:57 - [The Okie moat dragon thought this web site was some sort of spam thing and rejected it, but it does not appear to be, so I will send it along with a warning warning warning and a slight mod to bypass the automated filter. I think I like this ronpatrick guy, and have never even met him! He would be a valuable addition to the list if he owned a Benz. His wife must be pretty cool too.] and run it on used veggie oil. See if I get any more letters from the DPS telling me my car was observed smoking excessively. www ronpatrickstuff dot com/ Note the part at the bottom about this creation being a possible threat to national security. Your Homeland Security at work! --R
Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness
Howdy - I noticed my odometer wasn't turning - I seem to recall discussion of a plastic gear or fitting needed to repair this - or perhaps my memory is off a different speedo part/problem? What do I need to fix the odometer? TIA - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/
Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting
Casey: I've always kept that little shut-off valve, on top of the fuel filter, wide open. Don't know if there is any reason to adjust it. And the fuel systems on these 606's do have lots of ways to leak - both air in and fuel out. The worse area is around the fuel filters. About 2 out of 3 times when I mess with the fuel filters or fuel injection system, I end up with a leak to track down and fix. You might also check the fuel tank outlet for slime and signs of life that clog it. My tanks seem to accumulate enough moisture to badly rust the fuel cap. If it's any consolation to your daughter, I've driven high mileage '95 E300D's about 250k miles. And I can remember only being stranded once. About 2 years ago, one of them blew a fuse where I didn't even know there was a fuse. That car sat in the same parking space until I studied the schematics and figured that one out. Ned Kleinhenz '95 E300D x2
Re: [MBZ] [Fwd: I think I am going to build one of these]
This guy is a riot. I like the part about being refused entry to an import show because the car has the stock wheels, ride height and no stickers all over it. Typical. The scooter is wild too. There is another ones with the handlebars, not sure of the right name). He also has a jet car, and not a nice VW-based one either. He towed my Finnie and Volvo V8 wagon out for me from Anaheim, back in 2000. http://www.olddeadcars.com/weird.htm Mac on 7/31/06 11:47 AM, Rich Thomas at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [The Okie moat dragon thought this web site was some sort of spam thing and rejected it, but it does not appear to be, so I will send it along with a warning warning warning and a slight mod to bypass the automated filter. I think I like this ronpatrick guy, and have never even met him! He would be a valuable addition to the list if he owned a Benz. His wife must be pretty cool too.] and run it on used veggie oil. See if I get any more letters from the DPS telling me my car was observed smoking excessively. www ronpatrickstuff dot com/ Note the part at the bottom about this creation being a possible threat to national security. Your Homeland Security at work! --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] More AC questions
My brother in law came over and charged the AC in my 115 76 300D yesterday afternoon. We put 134 in and it is blowing cold air. At speed it is blowing down to about 52 degrees out the centre vent so that is not bad. However, I have a couple of issues to deal with. The auxiliary fan is not running at all. The circuit seems to be fairly simple based on the schematic from the CD manual. Reading other posts on here leads me to believe that I should short the terminals on the switch that is screwed into the side of the receiver dryer doodad. The manual appears to suggest that the switch should be removed first. I don't recall anyone saying that on the list. I assume I can just use a wire as a jumper and join the terminals on the switch to see if the fan then cuts in and if so, the switch is bad - right? There are 2 small boxes above the receiver dryer that have 2 fuses in each. Are these related to the AC? I cleaned the terminals and put new fuses in but that didn't change anything. Didn't try the voltmeter to see if there is anything there. Second issue, is that I am getting air out of the driver's side vent and the centre vent but nothing from the passenger side vent. I recall something on that subject recently for newer model cars. Anyone out there know what I should be looking for on a 115?? Randy B
Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting
The engine shut off valve should be all the way open (counter-clockwise) under normal operation. It may or may not be your problem, but it's certainly worth giving it a try and running it a bit. J.B. At 12:20 AM 7/31/2006, you wrote: Folks, The daughters new (to her) 1995 E300D has quit on her a couple of times, it left her stranded the other night. She thought she had run out of fuel although the gage said she had a bit under 1/2 a tank. She did not attempt to start it in case it was out of fuel. She returned to the vehicle the next day with 5 gallons of diesel poured it in the tank and it started immediately so it was not out of fuel. The gage proved accurate as I drained about 10 gals out of it. I replaced the tank screen, disassembled and cleaned the level sensor, replaced both fuel filters, filled the high pressure one with diesel purge, added 3 gallons of clean diesel to the tank. She drove into Woodland a mile or so away, filled the tank it took 20 gallons and on the way home it quit. She called me I drove down the hill to her, opened the stop knob on the high pressure filter a bit more it started and she drove home and up the steep hill to my place without an issue -- she does not trust the car at this stage. So where should the 'stop screw' be positioned at? I changed the overload (overvoltage) relay drove it in Italian fashion in the hills behind us never missed a beat, the cruise started working reliably for me however she tried it today and she said it was useless. It does have the Benz and an after market security system. Any thoughts, Dennis T -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] cheap SDL
Really.I was kinda wonderring what made them cheap with that many days left... Mike Nothing, really. I have seen a $400 junker go from $300 to over $1100 in the last minute of bidding. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT
[MBZ] Fuses in a 115?
My 76 300D has the one main fuse block on the left front fender. Just above and ahead of it are 3 more small fuse boxes. Two of them have pop off covers and the 3rd one has a threaded rod with a knob on top that must be undone to remove the cover. Each of the 3 has 2 fuses. One of the pop off boxes has a red fuse and a white fuse. The white one keeps blowing. I am wondering if both fuses should be red. All of the other small boxes with 2 fuses seem to have 2 of the same color. That makes me wonder if this one should as well. Anyone out there know for sure? I can do some more poking around but am hoping for input from the list. The older I get, the more I like things that are easy. Randy B
Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness
rumor has it that LarryT wrote: I have insulation and sheetrock on 2 walls - obviously can't do much more insulating on the big garage doors - but I have 1 more wall to do - which is shaded by trees so it's not too bad. Spray-on polyurethane can work well on the inside of a steel garage door. It won't stop the air leaks from the joints, though... --Philip, happy to have a garage
[MBZ] Sweet, Expensive '79 280 SE FS
Recently ran across a showroom-looking '79 280 SE, 157k miles, one owner, $7,995. 515/295-7090. Gorgeous, appeared extremely well maintained by someone who knew what they were doing. Just took a quick look. Yellow. Know nothing else, had no time to dally. Located in Algona, north-central Iowa. No affiliation. -- Dan Weeks 82 VW Westfalia 1.6 TD conversion 186k 82 Mercedes 300SD, 275k
Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting
Ned, Thanks for the input. Is the little shut-of valve removal for resealing (O-rings)? I cleaned the tank out and put a new screen in it -- replacing filters at same time. I'll let her read you email is needs a confidence build right now as she just found out old of her goddaughters has an inoperable brain tumor -- only 3 years old -- the car has lost importance in the short term. Dennis T I've always kept that little shut-off valve, on top of the fuel filter, wide open. Don't know if there is any reason to adjust it. -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
Re: [MBZ] Brits; what's wrong with these people?
Ed Booher wrote: I always thought it was you still harbored a hatred of Germans, and hence, enjoy destroying Mercedes. Fifth Gear has destroyed Mercedes in several different segments. But having too much time on your hands is a good explanation too. It's not like it's just a British thing. Haven't you ever been to a demolition derby?
Re: [MBZ] [Fwd: I think I am going to build one of these]
Steve MacSween wrote: This guy is a riot. I like the part about being refused entry to an import show because the car has the stock wheels, ride height and no stickers all over it. Typical. I've seen that page before. It's an awesome piece of work. Build quality that puts wanna-be tuners to shame. The attention to detail, fit, and finish makes a NASCAR racer look like a homebuilt. So who's gonna build a jet-powered 300TD? A lot of gas turbine engines can run on diesel as well as jet fuel, so you could even use the same fuel tank for both engines. ;)
[MBZ] HF A/C gauges
All you A/C DIYers -- here's your deal *A/C MANIFOLD GAUGE SET* Complete diagnostic and service gauge set for use on air conditioning systems with R134A freon. * Sight glass * Quick-connect fittings * High pressure safety valve * Color-coding on gauges, valves and hoses * ITEM 92649 * *http://www.harborfreightusa.com/usa/itemdisplay/displayItem.do?itemid=92649 * *On sale for $34.99 with a coupon I got in an email * *And this thing, for when your car strands you in the wilds * *FRONTIER(TM) WATER PURIFICATION STRAW* Ideal for hiking, camping, travel in foreign countries, and emergency use. * Removes pathogens as small as 2 microns, including Giardia, Cryptosporidium and E. Coli bacteria * Activated carbon filter removes chemicals and improves taste * Super compact, fits in a pocket * Treats up to 20 gallons of water * ITEM 94544, only $7.99! I wonder if it would improve the taste of cheap lite beer? * *--R *
Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting
LarryT wrote: Try to find out how the aftermarket security system works - I'm curious how it might work - most work to cut the electrity but that won't do any good on a diesel. If it doesn't attempt to disable the vehicle then it's not part of the problem - A lot of them are just wired to interrupt the circuit to the starter solenoid. I think there's too much liability involved in wiring to interrupt the fuel pump or ignition circuits -- if the alarm or relay malfunctioned the car could stall on the freeway and cause an accident.
Re: [MBZ] HF A/C gauges
WHAT TASTE? Almost anything will improve it. All lite beer is cheap; it is only water. If it is transparent, it is NOT REAL beer. Tom Potter -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 12:59 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] HF A/C gauges ... I wonder if it would improve the taste of cheap lite beer?
Re: [MBZ] Brits; what's wrong with these people?
Demolition Derbies hate Germans too? On 7/31/06, David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ed Booher wrote: I always thought it was you still harbored a hatred of Germans, and hence, enjoy destroying Mercedes. Fifth Gear has destroyed Mercedes in several different segments. But having too much time on your hands is a good explanation too. It's not like it's just a British thing. Haven't you ever been to a demolition derby? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness
I have a ceiling fan in my garage -- but it was there when I bought the house. On 7/30/06, George Gregory [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I thought I was the only one silly enough to have a fan on in my garage. -- -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. BIODIESEL -- no oil war required. 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle
Re: [MBZ] HF A/C gauges
That was my point. It would remove the lite beer taste so it tasted like good water. I went to an Astros game last year, only thing they had there was Miller Lite or some such, I had never had the stuff before, had to get one with the dogs, it tasted awful, like really fizzy soda with some kind of chemically-altered malt flavoring added. I could barely stomach it, only because I needed some liquid. How can people drink that stuff? Reminds me, wifey wants me to brew up a batch for a work event in 3 weeks, guess I better go get the ingredients. Maybe I can put the gauges on the carboy to monitor pressure build-up. --R Potter, Tom E wrote: WHAT TASTE? Almost anything will improve it. All lite beer is cheap; it is only water. If it is transparent, it is NOT REAL beer. Tom Potter -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 12:59 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] HF A/C gauges ... I wonder if it would improve the taste of cheap lite beer? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Brits; what's wrong with these people?
Don't they wear demolition derbies on work sites? I know the bankers have some funky derbies, you see them in London occasionally looking veddy bankerish, with the brolly and pinstripe suit, maybe the (de)construction guys have their own versions? --R Ed Booher wrote: Demolition Derbies hate Germans too? On 7/31/06, David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ed Booher wrote: I always thought it was you still harbored a hatred of Germans, and hence, enjoy destroying Mercedes. Fifth Gear has destroyed Mercedes in several different segments. But having too much time on your hands is a good explanation too. It's not like it's just a British thing. Haven't you ever been to a demolition derby? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Aux Fan Craziness
I always found that licking the joints and applying a bit of tissue or toilet paper prevented the leaks. Never tried spray-on poly. --R Fmiser wrote: rumor has it that LarryT wrote: I have insulation and sheetrock on 2 walls - obviously can't do much more insulating on the big garage doors - but I have 1 more wall to do - which is shaded by trees so it's not too bad. Spray-on polyurethane can work well on the inside of a steel garage door. It won't stop the air leaks from the joints, though... --Philip, happy to have a garage ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] [Fwd: I think I am going to build one of these]
I have the TD, wonder where you can get a jet engine cheap? That one in the car was from a helo, maybe over timed or something and sold cheap at surplus auction? And he had those other two little ones too. --R David Brodbeck wrote: Steve MacSween wrote: This guy is a riot. I like the part about being refused entry to an import show because the car has the stock wheels, ride height and no stickers all over it. Typical. I've seen that page before. It's an awesome piece of work. Build quality that puts wanna-be tuners to shame. The attention to detail, fit, and finish makes a NASCAR racer look like a homebuilt. So who's gonna build a jet-powered 300TD? A lot of gas turbine engines can run on diesel as well as jet fuel, so you could even use the same fuel tank for both engines. ;) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] HF A/C gauges
Tom stated a fact: If it is transparent, it is NOT REAL beer. AMEN Bob Rentfro '77 300D 157K '87 Acura Legend 177K Still waiting on '72 350SL 78K Litchfield Park, AZ - Original Message - From: Potter, Tom E [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 11:09 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] HF A/C gauges WHAT TASTE? Almost anything will improve it. All lite beer is cheap; it is only water. Tom Potter -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 12:59 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] HF A/C gauges ... I wonder if it would improve the taste of cheap lite beer? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fuses in a 115?
One of the pop off boxes has a red fuse and a white fuse. The white one keeps blowing. I am wondering if both fuses should be red. What does it fuse? Maybe we can work out its correct rating from that. -- Jim
[MBZ] OT: Home Brew was Re: HF A/C gauges
Reminds me, wifey wants me to brew up a batch for a work event in 3 weeks, guess I better go get the ingredients. I was gonna start brewing my own beer several years ago. I got sidetracked and now I don't drink alcohol. Does anyone have experience brewing root beer or any other carbonated non-alcoholic beverages? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT
Re: [MBZ] More AC questions
The auxiliary fan is not running at all. You know it's only supposed to come on when the AC system gets 'too hot', right? It may be normal that it not come on for you, except sometimes. My 114 didn't have any switch on the AC system, since Yorks don't need a low-pressure safety switch and early cars didn't couple the auxiliary fan to the AC system. I added a later high-temperature switch to my drier, and cobbled it into the existing aux fan wiring. It required a diode, as I recall, to isolate the existing aux fan relay from other circuitry. (The car's overtemperature switch kicks on the fan and changes the engine timing, and I only wanted the fan to come on.) I am getting air out of the driver's side vent and the centre vent but nothing from the passenger side vent. Is the shutoff lever working? Look down the eyeball to see if it's opening up. You may also have a duct hose disconnected underneath the dash. There's nothing else there that could cause what you describe. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] Powersteering woes
Curt Raymond wrote: Oh plauge and pestilence. The powersteering leak I should have been fixing last weekend seems to have bitten me on the behind today. Driving to work I noticed a very strong oil smell that seemed to come and go. Once parked I noticed my car had left a trail of red oil... So its gotta be a PS leak, theres not much other red oil in the car and the trans feels fine and hasn't been leaking. I presume this is the low pressure hose, it looked suspect before and I haven't been able to find any leaks around the pump. Does anybody know what size this hose is? I know Rusty sells it by the metre but I'd rather not wait for shipping and I've already given him a couple boat payments off this car, plus I need to give him a call for a voltage regulator this week anyway... So anyway I'd like to source this stuff locally, anybody else done this? What you seem to be describing is usually a failed seal in the power steering box. Most old time Mercedes mechanics can reseal them for a couple of hundred dollars. Might be cheaper to buy a used box (they seldom cost more than $100 and are often less) and have it installed (maybe an hour labor). Most steering boxes and their seals last the life of the car. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi (retired)
Re: [MBZ] OT: Home Brew was Re: HF A/C gauges
I have made root beer, birch beer, and ginger beer. You can buy little bottles of extract, at the grocery store or a home-brew shop, mix it up with some water and sugar, or make a syrup and pour it in some fizzy water. Or you can use it to do the yeast thing, that makes it fizzy but also makes some alcohol (not a lot, couple percent) from the yeastie beasties doing their work. And you have to be REALLY careful as the pressure really builds in the bottles. I pour the mix in plastic 1 liter bottles, they swell up like (American) footballs but I have not had any of them explode (though they do tip over when the bottoms get puffed out). Contrast this to my experience in high school, using discarded liquor bottles for containers, my success rate there was about 50%, to the consternation of my dad who liked to keep the garage clean. It was great fun to take them in the car though, with my buddies, and chug on them at stoplights, drawing evil looks from the oldsters sitting next to us who probably thought we were counter-culture delinquents who would end up driving old Benzes. Here is a recipe I think was in the NYTimes (could be fake but accurate), for Jamaican ginger beer, not brewed but just made like lemonade: Recipe: Ginger Beer Time: 10 minutes, plus at least 4 hours' steeping 12 ounces ginger, washed and roughly chopped (about 2 cups); peel if you want a lighter-colored beverage 1 bay leaf ¾ cup sugar Juice of 1 lemon. 1. Place chopped ginger in a large bowl. Add bay leaf. Boil 10 cups water and pour it over ginger. Let mixture sit for at least 4 hours or overnight. 2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, place ¾ cup water and the sugar and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer just until sugar has melted, stirring occasionally. Set aside to cool. 3. Strain ginger mixture into a pitcher or a glass jar, mix in sugar water and lemon juice. Stir and serve over ice. Yield: About 10 cups. If you want me to send you some more off-line, I collected a bunch. most of which are yeast-made so will have a bit of ethanol in it. All have pretty much the same base ingredients, with some variations. --R Rick Knoble wrote: Reminds me, wifey wants me to brew up a batch for a work event in 3 weeks, guess I better go get the ingredients. I was gonna start brewing my own beer several years ago. I got sidetracked and now I don't drink alcohol. Does anyone have experience brewing root beer or any other carbonated non-alcoholic beverages? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] More AC questions
I think it should be coming on. We were running the car in the garage and watching the temperature of the engine and of the cold air out of the vent. At one point the compressor was trying to lock up and it stalled the car when I tried to back out of the garage. My mechanic brother in law (he is a licenced mechanic with a fair amount of AC experience but no experience on old MB's) thinks that the fan should come on and help cool the AC. It seems to be fine when the car is moving and has air flowing through the rad. The vent lever was working before we had the AC working. Lever shuts off flow of vent. Now however, with the AC on there is no airflow from the vent. Will try to take another look at it this evening. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 2:03 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] More AC questions The auxiliary fan is not running at all. You know it's only supposed to come on when the AC system gets 'too hot', right? It may be normal that it not come on for you, except sometimes. My 114 didn't have any switch on the AC system, since Yorks don't need a low-pressure safety switch and early cars didn't couple the auxiliary fan to the AC system. I added a later high-temperature switch to my drier, and cobbled it into the existing aux fan wiring. It required a diode, as I recall, to isolate the existing aux fan relay from other circuitry. (The car's overtemperature switch kicks on the fan and changes the engine timing, and I only wanted the fan to come on.) I am getting air out of the driver's side vent and the centre vent but nothing from the passenger side vent. Is the shutoff lever working? Look down the eyeball to see if it's opening up. You may also have a duct hose disconnected underneath the dash. There's nothing else there that could cause what you describe. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fuses in a 115?
I can trace the wiring or pull the fuse and see what does not work. I just thought that someone out there might know or remember what the various fuse boxes are for or know where in the CD manual to look. I could look at wiring diagrams I suppose. That might tell me something as the older diagrams are a lot simpler than the new car diagrams. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 1:57 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fuses in a 115? One of the pop off boxes has a red fuse and a white fuse. The white one keeps blowing. I am wondering if both fuses should be red. What does it fuse? Maybe we can work out its correct rating from that. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting
Dennis: Our prayers for your granddaughter. The little O-rings for the shut off valve come with a Mann fuel filter. The thimble type filter does not seem to come with the 2 O-rings it needs. You have to ask Rusty to look them up separately. I've had trouble getting the thimble filter to seal without new O-rings. And I once had a shut off valve leak from its internal packing (or what ever is inside) and had to replace the whole valve. Ned Kleinhenz '95 E300D x2
Re: [MBZ] OT: Home Brew was Re: HF A/C gauges
Rich Thomas wrote: I pour the mix in plastic 1 liter bottles, they swell up like (American) footballs but I have not had any of them explode (though they do tip over when the bottoms get puffed out). They'll take a lot of pressure, but if one explodes, you'll really know it. We used to blow them up using dry ice. Put a little water in the bottom of a 2-liter bottle, dump in some pieces of dry ice, then screw the cap on and throw it a good distance away. Pressure builds from the dry ice evaporating until...boom!
Re: [MBZ] [Fwd: I think I am going to build one of these]
Rich Thomas wrote: I have the TD, wonder where you can get a jet engine cheap? That one in the car was from a helo, maybe over timed or something and sold cheap at surplus auction? And he had those other two little ones too. I've never tried to buy one, but that's the usual source. They have a maximum legal lifespan for aviation use, but will run for much longer. Catastrophic failures are extremely rare (but you don't want to be next to one when it happens.)
[MBZ] Thank goodness
So at lunch I went out and had a look at my leaky 190D, turns out its NOT as I had feared the PS hose, in fact that looks pretty good. Today's leak appears to be the injector return line between #1 and #2. When I had the car running it became apparent really quick. Fortunately I have return line at home I'd bought for my 240D but never installed. I'll replace all the return lines tonight. It *looks* like my leaking ATF from the PS Pump is coming out of the plate between the pully and pump itself. It looks like thats a pretty easy fix. On my pickup I've taken the serpentine belt before with a wrench on the tensioner, does it work the same on my 190D? Looks like I pull the belt, undo like 4 bolts, pull the front off careful like, replace the seal and reverse my steps, anybody BTDT? -Curt - See the all-new, redesigned Yahoo.com. Check it out. From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mon Jul 31 21:24:05 2006 Received: from smtpout.mac.com ([17.250.248.184]) by server8.arterytc8.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1G7fF7-0006gW-On for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Mon, 31 Jul 2006 21:24:05 + Received: from mac.com (smtpin04-en2 [10.13.10.149]) by smtpout.mac.com (Xserve/8.12.11/smtpout14/MantshX 4.0) with ESMTP id k6VLNwpc012478 for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Mon, 31 Jul 2006 14:23:58 -0700 (PDT) Received: from [192.168.2.2] (ip68-2-208-204.ph.ph.cox.net [68.2.208.204]) (authenticated bits=0) by mac.com (Xserve/smtpin04/MantshX 4.0) with ESMTP id k6VLNsSO008859 for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Mon, 31 Jul 2006 14:23:57 -0700 (PDT) In-Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] References: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mime-Version: 1.0 (Apple Message framework v752.2) X-Priority: 3 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; delsp=yes; format=flowed Message-Id: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit From: Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 14:23:54 -0700 To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com X-Mailer: Apple Mail (2.752.2) X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Root Beer... X-BeenThere: mercedes@okiebenz.com X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.7.cp2 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes_okiebenz.com.okiebenz.com List-Unsubscribe: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: /pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com List-Post: mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Mon, 31 Jul 2006 21:24:06 - Rick, Way back when I was a kid, my parents made root beer. In my memory, it was wonderful. Used root beer extract, sugar, hot water and yeast. Let it sit a while and then bottled it. My job was to do the capping. Here's a link I found that has a recipe.. http:// www.greydragon.org/library/brewing_root_beer.html Hope it helps... Take care, Chuck 1986 190E 2.3 16V 1992 500E I found On Jul 31, 2006, at 11:59 AM, Rick Knoble wrote: Reminds me, wifey wants me to brew up a batch for a work event in 3 weeks, guess I better go get the ingredients. I was gonna start brewing my own beer several years ago. I got sidetracked and now I don't drink alcohol. Does anyone have experience brewing root beer or any other carbonated non-alcoholic beverages? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Part number for 300TD self-levelling struts
Greetings from the Colonies More on my self-levelling rear struts replacement... I've found an affordable source of struts in Australia for my 1985 300TD. Problem is, their part number is not the same as mine. So I wonder if you guys with EPCs could tell me what you think the part number is. Vehicle number is W123190 2F 043108 (300TD 5-spd manual). The part number I'm working to is A123 320 07 03. Thanks Euan ___ Euan S Kennedy Christchurch 8061 New Zealand E-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting
Thanks David - Actually, I had an aftermarket asystem a PO had put on a 78 Chev Malibu we had. Were driving along when all of a suddem it died - in the street - we pulled over and I managed to pull the wire going to the disributor - it started instantly - it was an amazing Chev 305(?) V8 that was in perfect condition - and never had the problem again. I removed the control box and alarm - it ws not a very sophisticated system but it was wired to the distribitor and would ground the electronic points if the car wasn't started properly. I guess the manufacturer wasn't too concerned with liability. ;-) Take care - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 2:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Engine quitting LarryT wrote: Try to find out how the aftermarket security system works - I'm curious how it might work - most work to cut the electrity but that won't do any good on a diesel. If it doesn't attempt to disable the vehicle then it's not part of the problem - A lot of them are just wired to interrupt the circuit to the starter solenoid. I think there's too much liability involved in wiring to interrupt the fuel pump or ignition circuits -- if the alarm or relay malfunctioned the car could stall on the freeway and cause an accident. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com 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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.5/403 - Release Date: 7/28/2006
