Re: [MBZ] 124 Trans diagnosis

Here is the latest: Sun Valley suggested installing a new Mann Trans filter, and fluid. To them this seemed to be a common problem. They said the filter is probably clogged or collapsed, as others on the list suggested. I ordered a couple of Mann filters from Rusty, changed the filter and

Re: [MBZ] Video upgrade card

All that talking made me rush out and get myself a G4 sawtooth. Curses! I had just gotten the dumb G3 tower set up with panther and a faster CPU. Well, progress. Will have a new toy to play with. On Sep 26, 2006, at 1:09 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: <> Thanks. I'll check it out. RLE

Re: [MBZ] License plate placement

It was lax for a few years, but now is getting more play. Too many people running lights and smacking into small children and the illegal immigrants On Sep 26, 2006, at 11:46 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote: During my first visit to Seattle, my buddy slammed on the brakes every time he approache

Re: [MBZ] 1979 MB 240D 25K Orig Miles

Is that 25 or 125 kmi ? Dan Elliott 82 300D-T 100K

Re: [MBZ] License plate placement

andrew strasfogel wrote: > During my first visit to Seattle, my buddy slammed on the brakes every time > he approached a signal that turned yellow. He told me that the fuzz threw > the book at anyone caught running even a yellow light. Is this still true?. > I haven't heard that, but they are

[MBZ] Anyone want a $500 Turd?

Ebay item # 130031257612 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/mercedes-benz_W0QQitemZ130031257612QQihZ0 03QQcategoryZ6336QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Donald H. Snook McDonald, Tinker, Skaer, Quinn & Herrington, P.A. 300 West Douglas P.O. Box 207 Wichita, Kansas 67201 0207 Tel. (316) 263-5851 Th

[MBZ] INAT idle stop screws

Hi all, Forgive me if this comes up twice, I had an old address in my address book. [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have a 72 250 M130 US with the original Zenith INAT 32/40 carburetors. The Haynes manual states that the gap of the idle stop screws is supposed to be 2.3mm and stop at the float house vent

Re: [MBZ] Dry Ice and Dents

Rhonald, IIRC, you are in the DC area... I used to live there and thru MBCA had a number of Tech Sessions at DentDoctors, which I believe has evolved into DentMasters.. I had several jobs done there at the Montrose Road shop in Rockville... Very well satisfied Go back t

Re: [MBZ] Dry Ice and Dents

Listers, anyone have suggestons for Paintless Dent Removal) I found two so far. I would rather use someone through a recommendtion. 1. http://www.dingdent.net/ 2. http://www.dentmasters.com/paintlessdentremoval.html Anyone have experiece with either of the above? Thanks Rhonald > 1985

Re: [MBZ] Video upgrade card

> < snazzy ATI Radeon 9800 cards too>> > > Thanks. I'll check it out. RLE

Re: [MBZ] 126 brake support joint

Hursty...you mean Little Tommy as in "Animal Stories" Bob Rentfro - Original Message - From: "Gary Hurst" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2006 11:44 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 brake support joint you are not coming to the rustyQ, litt

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

David wrote:> One of the early mistakes a beginner makes is to heat the solder.Heating the wire (for example) to be soldered and allowing the solder to melt against the wire is preferable to heating the solder. Also, using too

Re: [MBZ] 126 brake support joint

Bringing anyone with you? A significant other maybe? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of tom savage Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2006 2:53 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 brake support joint Gary Hurst wrote: > you are n

Re: [MBZ] 126 brake support joint

i keep asking rusty why little tommy won't come to the rustyQ and he keeps telling me he doesn't know why you won't come confusing On 9/26/06, tom savage <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Gary Hurst wrote: > you are not coming to the rustyQ, little tommy? I am indeed, sir, now that I've realized th

Re: [MBZ] 126 brake support joint

Gary Hurst wrote: you are not coming to the rustyQ, little tommy? I am indeed, sir, now that I've realized that it is in fact on the 28th and not the 21st. I guess my RSVP on Banned was a little low key. Tom

Re: [MBZ] Leaky fuel onto a hot exhaust! 123 design flaw?

Subframe mounts in the REAR of a 300TD WAGON? Huh?? On 9/26/06, Barry Stark <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Andrew - Jim's right. Do the rear wheels have a lot of negative camber? Could be sub frame mounts. Barry > > > BTW, I think my 1983 300TD rear end is too low. Is it a big deal to > > lif

Re: [MBZ] License plate placement

During my first visit to Seattle, my buddy slammed on the brakes every time he approached a signal that turned yellow. He told me that the fuzz threw the book at anyone caught running even a yellow light. Is this still true?. On 9/26/06, Craig McCluskey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: On Sun, 24 S

Re: [MBZ] 126 brake support joint

you are not coming to the rustyQ, little tommy? On 9/25/06, tom savage <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: A friend of mine has an '87 300SDL in need of new brake support/caster joints. I've been under the car and it looks like the job can be done with the coil springs in place, unlike the 123. Can it

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

thanks David! - Original Message - From: "David Brodbeck" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2006 1:24 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D Jim Cathey wrote: Jim I bought a good iron tip not a gun. I took one look at that g

Re: [MBZ] worst place on earth to drive - was: OM617 head

That bus driver sure had somebody looking over his shoulder! On Sep 26, 2006, at 9:57 AM, David Brodbeck wrote: At least there's some skill in evidence there...unlike in this video from Moscow: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oKGuOi8Waw

Re: [MBZ] Equinox list o' cars

Jim Cathey wrote: >> http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/car/211360318.html -- 450sl $5k >> > > Must have the even rarer alloy wheels with hubcaps? And what > happened to the fog lights? The interior is obviously Bamboo, > more of an orange than tan by any reasonable description. I > wonder

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Jim Cathey wrote: >> Jim I bought a good iron tip not a gun. I took one look at that gun >> and >> said no way. >> > > You also need some good solder, and may find that some sort of solder > removal device (I use a Solda-pullit) to remove excess will come in > handy. > And do not overlook

Re: [MBZ] Tattle tale

redghost wrote: > I call the troopers to get them to go after the trucks dumping tin and > chunks of stuff on me as they pass me. Never have had the pleasure of > seeing one of them get pulled over. Maybe if it killed me? > They just passed a law that makes it a gross misdemeanor if an unsa

Re: [MBZ] flashing

andrew strasfogel wrote: > Here (MD/DC) it's illegal to flash one's high beams. > You should probably flash your LOW beams, not your highs, anyway. You want to signal to the driver, not dazzle them. ;)

Re: [MBZ] Changing lanes

Hendrik Riessen wrote: > No that's optional. Some of the big companies do but most don't. > And the drivers seem to spray-paint them out on the ones that do.

Re: [MBZ] So I need a 3rd car.

In fact after I made that big list I found a small money 300D a couple towns over on eBay. Hopefully it'll stay small money, the auction ends tomorrow, I emailed for clarification. This car will probably end up being driven a bit by the wife as her new 20 mile daily commute burns alot more gas i

Re: [MBZ] Lane change signals/soooo much trouble

Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > Flashing headlights means you want to pass. Headlights off and on mean > you are going to yield, as in, its safe for whoever to pull back into > your lane. > Kaleb's comment lines up with my own experience. I've observed that signal many times, and occasionally us

Re: [MBZ] Lane change signals/soooo much trouble

LarryT wrote: > But it's never gonna change - if anything drivers will continue to get > worse. We need to raise the drivers lic age to more than 16 and extend the > Learner's Permit time so they can get some experience. > That won't help. A longer learner permit will just give them more t

Re: [MBZ] worst place on earth to drive - was: OM617 head

TimothyPilgrim wrote: > I doubt there is anywhere in North America (don't know about Mexico > though) that has traffic half as bad as this: > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fg9f93gpfbo > At least there's some skill in evidence there...unlike in this video from Moscow: http://www.youtube.com/w

Re: [MBZ] Lane change signals/soooo much trouble

Chuck, I like that. I'll try. Brian On 9/25/06, Chuck Landenberger <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Brian, Just use your turn signals and stop causing yourself so much stress and tension! You'll feel better and those of us who also use turn signals thank you for joining us in our fight to GET EVERY

Re: [MBZ] Lane change signals/soooo much trouble

Yeah, I enjoy doing that too - I think I would usually turn off the headlights for a second to let him or her know they can scoot on over in front of me. I heard it's especially helpful to the truck drivers at night. They they almost always give you that return flash. I really respect professiona

Re: [MBZ] correct pronunciation of OS X

Jim Cathey wrote: >> i have always hear it as "oh-ess-ex" but now i read where it says that >> "0h-ess-ten" is actually correct. anyone know? >> > > It's "ten", because it came after nine, which came after eight, > which came after seven, which came after six, which came after five, > which c

Re: [MBZ] lubricating linkages ATF

Mak, The linkages are so long and with so many connections that you want to minimize any resistance that would be caused by buildup of dirt. ATF doesn't collect dirt like any oil or grease would. That extra resistance over the entire system ends up causing much more than resistance to the w

Re: [MBZ] 126 420SEL

My W126 420SEL had new timing chain and guides less than 100k miles ago and the guide broke and instant valve job. Note it did not rattle when started, however the car has really been a lemon since day 1. The timing chain and guides are not a big deal to replace usually the hardest part is removi

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Sorry didn't get that bit. ?? - Yow, lubrication and rectification in adjoining sentences. I am cringing. --R M.Afzaal.Khan wrote: I will start with the lubrication and report back.I am sure it will do the rectification as all other parameters are correct. . Thanks mak

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Yow, lubrication and rectification in adjoining sentences. I am cringing. --R M.Afzaal.Khan wrote: I will start with the lubrication and report back.I am sure it will do the rectification as all other parameters are correct. . Thanks mak

Re: [MBZ] Lane change signals/soooo much trouble

Kaleb, Your absolutely right.. And then the trucker flashes his "christmas tree" and moves over in front of you.. Used to give me a chill Real communication without saying a word!!! Chuck Phoenix AZ On Sep 26, 2006, at 7:16 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Flashing headlights

Re: [MBZ] Changing lanes

I see these alongside the road and in the breakdown lane all the time. Saw something in the paper once about how many of these things the roadside cleanup crews pick up, and their loathing to do it. It makes me wonder how one controls a large truck while accomplishing the whole deal properly.

Re: [MBZ] Lane change signals/soooo much trouble

Some days I'd swear they are really "masculinity challenge annunciators" -j.

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Barry I will do just that using ATF ,hopefully it will sort out the little surges, regards mak - Original Message - From: "Barry Stark" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2006 11:43 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D Mak

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

I will start with the lubrication and report back.I am sure it will do the rectification as all other parameters are correct. . Thanks mak the feedback potentiometer track inside the servomotor wears out, but that results in difficulties with one particular speed. If setting a significantly dif

Re: [MBZ] Changing lanes and Mirrors

On a related topic.. Everyone knows how to adjust outside rear view mirrors, of course. Sit in driver's seat, lean to the left with head almost touching window, now adjust left mirror so you barely see the side of your car... For the right, lean right and do same adjustment.. You

Re: [MBZ] Equinox list o' cars

Me too, and just when I'm looking for a 3rd car... Wish it was on this coast. -Curt Date: Tue, 26 Sep 2006 01:56:00 -0700 From: "kevin kraly" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Equinox list o' cars To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Content-Type: text/plain; form

Re: [MBZ] Changing lanes

ohhh Levi Smith wrote: I would bet that would be a juice bottle that has been "recycled" as it were. While driving and one does not want to stop, the juice that has been consumed will come back out and go back in the bottle. When it is tossed out the window it would become a bomb... Levi

Re: [MBZ] 126 420SEL

the 5.6 will have the same issues except for some reason they are not quite at hard of cams and timing chains. Donald Snook wrote: Kaleb wrote: "Watch out for timing chain problems. If it has around 130K and has not been done, it needs to be done. If it rattles for a couple of seconds

Re: [MBZ] Changing lanes

I would bet that would be a juice bottle that has been "recycled" as it were. While driving and one does not want to stop, the juice that has been consumed will come back out and go back in the bottle. When it is tossed out the window it would become a bomb... Levi (: On 9/26/06, Kaleb C. Stri

Re: [MBZ] Lane change signals/soooo much trouble

Flashing headlights means you want to pass. Headlights off and on mean you are going to yield, as in, its safe for whoever to pull back into your lane. LarryT wrote: you wrote:< Turning off lights momentarily signals that you DO intend to yield.>> Maybe you're referring to driving in Euro

Re: [MBZ] Lane change signals/soooo much trouble

You're not kidding! This point was brought to my attention big time when we drove a new Chevy Cavalier. They make it so "sporty" and appealing to the kids in the styling. The rear deck is very hard to see over. And you're right, this trend is pretty big nowadays. I hate the 'bunker mentality'.

Re: [MBZ] Changing lanes

What is a pee bomb? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What is the rule when a you are in a one lane construction zone which is 10 miles long you are doing 60 mph in a "55" "construction zone" and truckers are two inches from your bumper? What course of action should I take? What is the rule when t

Re: [MBZ] l lubricating linkages ATF

anyone ever use "Gleitungspaste" on them? It's the MB lubricant for sunroof rails designed not to hold/attract dirt...might not take the heat well though...would probably melt and run out since it's like a vasoline. Chris "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: It would cau

Re: [MBZ] Lane change signals/soooo much trouble

You're not kidding! This point was brought to my attention big time when we drove a new Chevy Cavalier. They make it so "sporty" and appealing to the kids in the styling. The rear deck is very hard to see over. And you're right, this trend is pretty big nowadays. It would be nice in that it gives

Re: [MBZ] l lubricating linkages ATF

It would cause it to collect dirt and cause them to stick. M.Afzaal.Khan wrote: Hiwhat would be the difference if one used engine oil rather than ATF for lubricating the linkages. The viscosity? mak I hope you used ATF and not WD40 or other "stuff"... Use a little oiler can or ev

Re: [MBZ] 126 420SEL

chains, but I don't. Is this the same problem with the 560? Absolutely. Recently, I have been lusting after a 560SEC. Now, that is a special car, so I suppose I might be willing to buy one and put $1000 into it. However, I think the SEC's are going for exorbitant prices. Every one I've eve

Re: [MBZ] Equinox list o' cars

http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/car/211360318.html -- 450sl $5k Must have the even rarer alloy wheels with hubcaps? And what happened to the fog lights? The interior is obviously Bamboo, more of an orange than tan by any reasonable description. I wonder what sins are underneath those shee

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Its a little surge 0f about 4 Km or so seems like stepped on the pedal gently for a few seconds. the speed is held overall and does not overshoot. seems I don't have the Speedo cable on my 126 300Se/90. its electronic one On a 126 you're talking about the servomotor unit. If lubing the link

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 10, Issue 100

How is this chrome strip held on. I don't want to bend it if you have to go from the inside. Those nasty bitey metal clips chew into three different things all at once: the lip of the door, the window belt, and the exterior aluminum strip. They pry straight up. Oh so carefully! -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] [Banned] Oh yea,,,,,,

4) Undo center nut in steering wheel. 5) Lose nut and socket in steering wheel bowl. 5a) Curse Daimler-Benz engineers. 6) Pull steering wheel with gentle tug. 7) Pull steering wheel with firm tug. 8) Give big honking yank. Steering wheel pops free. 9) See 5a) The secret here, and bashing

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Jim I bought a good iron tip not a gun. I took one look at that gun and said no way. You also need some good solder, and may find that some sort of solder removal device (I use a Solda-pullit) to remove excess will come in handy. And do not overlook the paint stripper step. Really. Go slo

Re: [MBZ] 126 420SEL

Kaleb wrote: "Watch out for timing chain problems. If it has around 130K and has not been done, it needs to be done. If it rattles for a couple of seconds when started cold, it is about to break. Can also break the slide rails and cause a chunk to jam in the chain causing it to jump.

Re: [MBZ] Knecht oil filters

I think that this has been hashed over many times. But, I'll say it again. Since about 1971 or 1972 when the Mann+Hummel factory burned to the ground and Mercedes was back ordering filters to MB dealers worldwide, Knecht, Hengst & Mahle were added to Mercedes list of genuine filter manufacturers. T

Re: [MBZ] W124 - 602.962 300D 2.5T Timing Chain Test

The cams that I've worked with don't have degrees marked - just where they are supposed to line up. So - line up the marks on the cam, and read the degrees on the crank pulley/vibration damper - no guessing whether it's off 5 or 10 degrees - read the numbers. That's the opposite of what I've d

Re: [MBZ] W124 - 602.962 300D 2.5T Timing Chain Test

Hi Peter, You wrote> That's the opposite of what I've done on my 240D - I used to line up the crank pulley - then read the cam - I'll trust your experience though -- Thx - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Anal

Re: [MBZ] Lane change signals/soooo much trouble

you wrote:< Turning off lights momentarily signals that you DO intend to yield.>> Maybe you're referring to driving in Europe? My 40 years experience driving in USA (never drove in Europe) is flashing headlights *do* indicate an intention to yield. Such as flashing high beams when a 18 wheel

[MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Jim I bought a good iron tip not a gun. I took one look at that gun and said no way. I will send you the one from my 240D with a $ check. I will try one on my own from my 1977 300D both cores have the same part number. The 240D is a virgin and has not been soldered by me. That I will send to

Re: [MBZ] Changing lanes

What is the rule when a you are in a one lane construction zone which is 10 miles long you are doing 60 mph in a "55" "construction zone" and truckers are two inches from your bumper? What course of action should I take? What is the rule when trucks are doing 90mph in a 65 zone hauling 100,0

Re: [MBZ] [Banned] Oh yea,,,,,,

At 3:31 PM -0500 9/21/06, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: If anybody has any great tech articles that can put into a web page format ready to upload to the servers, that would be appreciated also. Proper credit will be given. Here's a classic of mine from 1999. -MMM- - Date: Thu, 16 Dec 199

Re: [MBZ] correct pronunciation of OS X

Bob said: "Am I the only one here who has no earthly idea what all this is about?" No you are notYeah Bob, bashing molecules and spinning steam turbines that I understand. Some of this virtual stuffoa Regards Tom - Original Message - From: "Bob Rentfro" <[EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Knecht oil filters

Very good, no issues good product. - Original Message - From: "Sunil Hari" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, September 25, 2006 6:05 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Knecht oil filters they're fine - used them w/o issue. On 9/25/06, Glenn M. Brown <[EMAIL PROTECT

Re: [MBZ] Changing lanes

No that's optional. Some of the big companies do but most don't. I could just imagine all the young drivers on their mobile phones ringing up complaining that a truck pushed them out of the way because they where wy too busy talking to their friends on the phone to notice the truckie indica

Re: [MBZ] flashing

Yeah but only if you are warning others about a speed trap:-) - Original Message - From: "andrew strasfogel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2006 1:20 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] flashing Here (MD/DC) it's illegal to flash one's high beams.

Re: [MBZ] Equinox list o' cars

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/210596335.html -- offer $500 Now that one's in my price range. For $500, I'd be awefully tempted. Kevin, Benzless in Hillsboro Oregon

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 10, Issue 100

Jim, How is this chrome strip held on. I don't want to bend it if you have to go from the inside. Dennis Perkins 84 300SD One more question I have is should I remove this outside chrome strip or just try and slip the brush under it? The strip has to come off, at least partway. That may

Re: [MBZ] Leaking steering gear box, 126

Mak - Yep, just like new. When I was a MBCA member we would occasionally have a local M/B field service tech rep come by for a Q&A session. I once asked about slop in M/B boxes and what needs to be replaced. The fellow said that unless the box had been adjusted too tightly they would never wear out

Re: [MBZ] Leaky fuel onto a hot exhaust! 123 design flaw?

Andrew - Jim's right. Do the rear wheels have a lot of negative camber? Could be sub frame mounts. Barry > > > BTW, I think my 1983 300TD rear end is too low. Is it a big deal to > > lift it > > to specs? Or does it mean I need to have the rear strut replaced? > > So far as I know, ride height

Re: [MBZ] Tattle tale

I call the troopers to get them to go after the trucks dumping tin and chunks of stuff on me as they pass me. Never have had the pleasure of seeing one of them get pulled over. Maybe if it killed me? On Sep 25, 2006, at 8:57 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: <> A law? No. But lots of commercial

Re: [MBZ] olde macs

I sold a Pippin to a guy in japan. Made a mint on that, as it was complete in the box with a few games. think I got $780 for a $25 investment. Some days I wish I had kept it On Sep 25, 2006, at 8:03 PM, LT Don wrote: I've sold some Apple total trash on EBay to guys in Japan for big bucks.

Re: [MBZ] olde macs

Roger, hit OWC and get a processor upgrade for $200 and maybe one of those snazzy ATI Radeon 9800 cards too On Sep 25, 2006, at 7:44 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: <(Well, except for the new intel duo ones with Bootcamp)>> The last dual-boot Mac is later than mine. When Firewire 800 was int

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Mak - I seem to remember folks saying that dry ball joints in the throttle linkage could cause this. I pop them off and lube them with ATF using a Q-tip. I have a plastic 35mm film container with some ATF and a Q-tip always at the ready. I find it very handy for all kinds of lube jobs. Barry > >

Re: [MBZ] correct pronunciation of OS X

It lost the OS on the drive. Time to ship it to me. Of course you will have to cover shipping fee. Or, turn it over, open it up and get a new 60-180meg drive in there and re install the OS. On Sep 25, 2006, at 2:15 PM, Gary Hurst wrote: well, the mac has already blown up. just flashed a

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Its a little surge 0f about 4 Km or so seems like stepped on the pedal gently for a few seconds. the speed is held overall and does not overshoot. seems I don't have the Speedo cable on my 126 300Se/90. its electronic one mak - Original Message - Hi the cruise control works alright

[MBZ] Equinox list o' cars

Same old list of cars for the people interested in heading out this way or needing a better car than what the rusty areas of the nation provide. Delete as needed http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/car/212298891.html -- on crack http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/car/212228615.html -- Ed Boohe

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Hi the cruise control works alright but has a little surging effect . what could be serviced for this? More description required. Is it a little jiggly surge like a spastic foot might cause, especially if irregular, or is it more of a long-scale hunting effect? What is the time scale of t

Re: [MBZ] correct pronunciation of OS X

I guess either way works. Gary just got more iMac goodness to play with. He could have gotten the disk, had beer and installed with no file death on the one Rusty now has. On Sep 25, 2006, at 12:48 PM, Gary Hurst wrote: the original imac g3 i bought cheap on ebay had 9.2 on it. the i decid

Re: [MBZ] OT: 15 volt 22 microfarad tantalum capacitor.

I need to locate a 15 volt 22 microfarad tantalum capacitor, Does it have to be tantalum? While common a few years ago they've largely disappeared. I know they were relatively expensive, probably due to the T, but worked well. They may have been somewhat toxic to make though. Also, they have

Re: [MBZ] correct pronunciation of OS X

On Sep 25, 2006, at 12:23 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Thanks for bringing this up! We have a 2003 IMac with v. 9.0X OS and want to upgrate to OS 10.XX Questions: 1) Is this upgrade available for FREE at the Apple website? Get the disks for cheap on eBay. Try for 10.2 for less, or 10.3

Re: [MBZ] correct pronunciation of OS X

i have always hear it as "oh-ess-ex" but now i read where it says that "0h-ess-ten" is actually correct. anyone know? It's "ten", because it came after nine, which came after eight, which came after seven, which came after six, which came after five, which came after four, which came after thre

Re: [MBZ] Leaky fuel onto a hot exhaust! 123 design flaw?

BTW, I think my 1983 300TD rear end is too low. Is it a big deal to lift it to specs? Or does it mean I need to have the rear strut replaced? So far as I know, ride height problems are _never_ the struts. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] correct pronunciation of OS X

1) Is this upgrade available for FREE at the Apple website? No. 10 was never free, though upgrades within series were. 2) Will we wipe out all our files if we do upgrade the OS from 9.0X to 10.0X Shouldn't, but bad things do happen from time to time. 3) Should I even attempt this at home,

Re: [MBZ] Replacing outer window brushes

One more question I have is should I remove this outside chrome strip or just try and slip the brush under it? The strip has to come off, at least partway. That may or may not entail removing the mirror first. I've managed a time or two to avoid removing the mirror. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] 126 420SEL

Is this unique to the 4.2? Are they worse at timing chain problems than the 3.0 (M103)? Of course. Any V engine is worse because it flexes the chain more than twice as much an I engine. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Jim your help and the help of the others has been of high value. I went out today an bought a soder gun. I have three cores. If I mess up I will send one to you. No I have never soldered before. So be checking your mail Jim I hate to rain on your parade, but if you're soldering for the fir

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979 240D

Hi the cruise control works alright but has a little surging effect . what could be serviced for this? mak - Original Message - From: "Jim Cathey" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, September 25, 2006 5:41 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Cruise Control Amp 1979

Re: [MBZ] License plate placement

On Sun, 24 Sep 2006 22:54:56 -0500 "Zoltan Finks" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Oh, also, Craig - what keywords did you enter in order to find these > items for sale? I searched last night for Mercedes 123 wood trim and > didn't find any of these. I did find an ashtray however (which I need). >

Re: [MBZ] correct pronunciation of OS X

Ten The Ex thing makes you sound like a stooge for the evil empire On Sep 25, 2006, at 8:50 AM, Gary Hurst wrote: i have always hear it as "oh-ess-ex" but now i read where it says that "0h-ess-ten" is actually correct. anyone know? ___ http://www.okiebenz.

[MBZ] l lubricating linkages ATF

Hiwhat would be the difference if one used engine oil rather than ATF for lubricating the linkages. The viscosity? mak I hope you used ATF and not WD40 or other "stuff"... Use a little oiler can or even a squeeze bottle... Rinse all the catsup out first... Can't remember when I las

Re: [MBZ] License plate placement

Yes, the WA natives use the strategy I call the ten minute turn. First, they signal their intentions...five miles ahead of their actual target; then slowly and incrementally reduce their speed, in expectation of their eventual turn. It starts like this with signal first triggered: [45mph zone]

Re: [MBZ] License plate placement

The native born are real sticklers for using signals. In seattle you can tell the natives because they make sure to signal all turns. Some are kind enough to begin signaling a few miles before they approach an intersection or three as well as off ramps. They are even able to continue signali

Re: [MBZ] flashing

It was a great feeling of communication when you were passed by a big rig and you turned your lights off and on... And then watch the rig move over knowing they were clear to move back right and get a big "thank you" by seeing the running lights on the trailer off and on! We've lost some

Re: [MBZ] Tattle tale

<> A law? No. But lots of commercial vehicles have those 800 numbers posted for that purpose. In Washington a 911 call will get a trooper (if available) on the offender's case. I wouldn't hesitate. RLE

Re: [MBZ] flashing

Here (MD/DC) it's illegal to flash one's high beams. On 9/25/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Walton sez; <> BT, not exactly During DAYLIGHT hours, a flash means OK to move over. At NIGHT, lights off momentarily means the same thing. RLE

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