Re: [MBZ] Who
I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 9:39 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who you never heard of glenn brown? On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Never heard of him. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:55 PM Subject: [MBZ] Who Randy Steele. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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
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Please delete me from the list, i get on the computer every few days and am overwhelmed with the number of them thanks Bill ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com ___ 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] Randy Steele - Never heard of him
we all know randy. rusty was just funnin' you, as we say say here in the south On 10/19/07, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's odd: http://autopartsguru.com/ G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Send parts. On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks Don. -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Thanks Harry. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 2:59 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. I recently voted with my left hand to the wallet. Harry On 10/19/07, Frederick W Moir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At 02:31 PM 10/19/2007, you wrote: Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) Both of mine are up! Vote early and often. All Hail Rusty! Fred Moir Lynn MA ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Thanks Fred. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Frederick W Moir [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 2:54 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. At 02:31 PM 10/19/2007, you wrote: Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) Both of mine are up! Vote early and often. All Hail Rusty! Fred Moir Lynn MA ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Thanks Randy. I really do try to make it right. But I am not perfect. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 2:56 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Rusty and I have had a go round or two trying to get things right, but things have always been sorted out in the end. No body is perfect but so long as they try to fix anything that goes screwy, I'm happy enough. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:31 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) ___ 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 ___ 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] OT: would you buy a rental car?
The Idea of buying a rental car is hard to fathom. I guess mentally it is a bit like the idea of marrying an ex-prostitute (sorry about the sexism). There was an article in the National Lampoon Magazine in the mid 1970's titled How to drive fast on drugs while getting your @#$%^%$# squeezed with out spilling your drink. It was a very typical product of the National Lampoon at the time. One of the references in it was a discussion on whether rear or front engine cars handled best. The answer was that rented cars handled best rental cars will go around corners faster that any other car. They also will go into reverse at higher rates of speed .oh yeah some thing about stellar off road capability. When ever I here of the idea of purchasing a used rental car I always remember that article. These days when I rent a car I treat it well however, 20 + years ago I was a field engineer in the computer industry. Traveled a lot and rented a lot of cars. All I can say about that is I would want to discuss the statue of limitation with a lawyer before divulging how they were driven. George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 125K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW R50/2 (Wife's MC, currently in a Basket, Getting Better) - Original Message - From: Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 7:10 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: would you buy a rental car? I would never buy a rental, just based on how i've driven my rentals the past two months. And I normally drive quite conservatively, but city driving just brings out the worst habits in me. On 10/16/07, John M McIntosh [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=rental+car +abusesearch=Search Still they would be newer, they likely had regular approved service, how would you know the treatment was *any* different than a car from some used car lot which has no history... Is there some large difference in pricing driving this decsion? On Oct 16, 2007, at 8:58 AM, Allan Streib wrote: Couple of people I know have been happy with cars they bought from Enterprise. I've also heard horror stories about the things people do to rental cars. Any opinions? Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ 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 John 1983 300TDt 384k Kilometers (mobil 1 Delvac) 1990's 300TDt 208k Kilometers (mobil 1 Delvac) 1993 500SEL 198k Kilometers (mobil 1 Delvac) ___ 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 -- Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 614-441-8164 ___ 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 ___ 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] [PHISH] Re: I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Mine is up. Scott Ritchey 1979 300TD 1982 300SD -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 14:31 To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [PHISH] Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Glenn, it has been so long that I really don't remember what we did to piss you off, but obviously we did. We have thousands of satisfied customers and a handful of those that aren't. We have been in business for 22 years and I personally believe it is hard to stay in business that long pissing all your customers off. I am very sorry that we did something to lose your business and I would love to have the opportunity to win it back, but I understand if Randy is taking good care of your parts needs. I wish you and him the best. If there is ever an item that you can't seem to find, I would be more than happy to try to help you. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:44 PM Subject: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ ___ 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 -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Rusty is doing a good job now, and his prices are the lowest I've found on the web. For example, I recently bought a rebuilt A/C compressor/clutch for an '83 240D from him for a price of $256.00. Just now looked up the price of that compressor on: http://autopartsguru.com/ and got the following prices: MBZ060047 BEHR A/C Compressor OM616.912 - 10 from 086379- 12 from 027799Delco R-4w/ Pressed-on Clutchw/ Metric ThreadsNote:Seals are under black cover Available0.00 $345.00 MBZ066259 BEHR A/C Compressor, Rebuilt OM616.912 - 10 from 086379- 12 from 027799Delco R-4w/ Pressed-on Clutchw/ Metric Threads Available0.00 $1299.99 Ouch! A number of years ago Rusty was having problems with his shipping department, so I started buying from Randy Steele. It naturally took a lot longer and cost more to ship parts from California to Florida, but it wasn't too bad for someone who didn't buy a lot of parts. Finally Randy got some sort of kidney disease and closed down for a while IIRC, and then had some kind of arrangement where he was operating out of a dealers parts department. That's about when I started ordering from Rusty again. One problem with Randys operation was that after he got computerized, he didn't want to talk to you on the phone; he wanted you to order from his website or by fax. IMHO Rusty has a pretty good operation running now. The parts often get here sooner than expected and his billing system is much better. There are only two ways I can think of that Rusty could improve his system; Confirmation of returned cores. An adjustment of the freight/handling he charges for small parts. My CPA wants some kind of credit form from a seller when I get a refund on a paid statement. Without it, the credit must be verified on the credit card bill, and by the time it arrives, I might forget to look for it. (I'm still waiting for some kind of notification that the alternator core I shipped to Rusty a while back was received and credited to my credit card.) (-:] Not long ago I ordered a few Red Head trim fasteners which Rusty put in an envelope and mailed. The ten dollar shipping/handling fee was more than the cost of the parts. If the parts had to be boxed and shipped via UPS the ten dollar fee might be understandable, but $10.00 S/H for sticking a few fasteners in an envelope and mailing them seem sorta high. Other than those two little glitches, I've been very satisfied with Rusty. Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D --- - Original Message - From: Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) ... On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Glenn, it has been so long that I really don't remember what we did to piss you off, but obviously we did. We have thousands of satisfied customers and a handful of those that aren't. We have been in business for 22 years and I personally believe it is hard to stay in business that long pissing all your customers off. I am very sorry that we did something to lose your business and I would love to have the opportunity to win it back, but I understand if Randy is taking good care of your parts needs. I wish you and him the best. If there is ever an item that you can't seem to find, I would be more than happy to try to help you. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:44 PM Subject: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ ___ 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] Peugeot 505 (was Re: 1974 240D manny)
I had two 505's, a '94 and a '97. Both diesels. Trouble free, but at the lower half of quality and excellence on top and economy and practicality at the bottom. Considering that parts and services are no longer available, $ 500 must be for a prestine specimen. On 10/17/07, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 10/17/07, David Bruckmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The 505 is supremely comfortable and one of the most timeless sedan bodies ever designed. A stick makes the car that much more desireable, since the 4HP22 ZF automatics aren't exactly the greatest thing on earth (as any BMW owner can confirm). OK, you are making these things sound really tempting for a cheap little winter project. Going to get me in big trouble with SWMBO. Any other advice on the 505? How are the gas engines? Here's one for $500 I am also eyeing: 1985 Peugeot 505 Wagon. 185K, 4 Cyl, 5 Spd, 1 owner since new, inside and out are in great condition for it's age, very comfortable, needs new starter. http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/car/451307769.html Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ 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 -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Tom Hargrave wrote: No-one said that old Mercedes were cheap... I know... I'm just going through that whole 'bring the car up to par' on two cars. The 92 300D hasn't needed all that much, but the 87 300TD has sure needed a lot. Still haven't installed much of it though. :( John ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
While I had a spare moment this morning, I did some fuel economy research online. www.fueleconomy.gov This is given as city/highway/combined. E420 (the car I'm lusting after): 16/22/18, premium fuel Debbie's Buick: 18/26/21 Tom's S420: 14/20/16, premium fuel John's 300D 2.5: 23/29/25 Megan's (daughter) 1998 Chevy Cavalier: 20/28/23 D. On 10/19/07, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The 92 300D hasn't needed all that much, -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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] MY 1985 300SD got hit ...
Apply 12v. to the appropriate pins and verify that the window moves smoothly? Check with Kaleb for a door? They are recommending finding a salvage door. Out side of inspecting the door before it is 'messed with' (to be sure it is cancer free), any suggestions? George Larribeau Dallas Texas -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ 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] 1985 300SD hit
I installed a salvaged LF door on my 91 350SDL after a deer strike 11+ yrs ago. 'Used all the 91 350SDL attachments. 'Had it painted with no trim pieces on it. Wilton ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
I've (knocking on wood) not had to vote that much nor often recently - but certainly have in the past, and probably will again next time I switch cars. On 10/19/07, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Harry Watkins wrote: I recently voted with my left hand to the wallet. I've been voting like that a lot lately as well... -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ 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] loose air cleaner, W123 300D/ my $0.02/ check your mounts
In a message dated 10/19/2007 6:37:35 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: By the way, a very sharp mechanic, at Tri-stars Petes old place, told me that the filter bracket failure was due to bad motor mounts. That was after I took a filter bracket back within a year of purchase, after it failed. They gave me a new one, free, but added the above caveat. Funny you mention motor mounts because before I looked that was my first guess at the problem. Can a bad motor mount be diagnosed visually? Allan, Yes, but it helps to have a new mount to compare it with what you see. I expect to see about 1/2 of rubber above the metal frame work of the mount. If the mount has sagged, all of the rubber will be down inside the perimeter of the mount.I can't speak to all makes and models just what I own. On my ML, you can barely see the mounts from anywhere! Figure 6-8 years on a set of mounts, then they are either hard or collapsed or both. One other thing, aftermarket mounts are cheap (I just saw two for $27 on Ebay), but many will not last two years, hotter climates being tougher on rubber components, on average. Don't cheap out here! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 152 K miles ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
4-banger, auto tranny. BTW, there is a dark blue 2002 Cavalier on the local used car dealer's lot (very reliable guy, has been in business for 30 years, everyone seems to buy their cars from him) that is attracting the wife's interest. I must admit -- the Cavalier is a very comfortable car and has plenty of room for even someone as big (6'4) as me. MPG 22/30/25. Disappointing. On 10/19/07, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wonko the Sane wrote: Megan's (daughter) 1998 Chevy Cavalier: 20/28/23 That stinks. My 1995 3.8L Taurus was 19/28/22. ... which still seems too close to the Cavalier numbers, unless the Cavi is a V6. Mitch. ___ 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 -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
I tried to look up my '83 Quantum TD -- but alas, it was too old to get data. Last time I measured it was high 40s but maybe the odometer is off. Also, I suspect the Buick Regal 3.1 is actually in the low to mid 30s, since I seem to be able to drive forever before needing to stop for fuel (and it doesn't have an overly large fuel tank). I can fuel up, drive four hours round trip and come back still on half tank (going to and from the daughter's college). On 10/19/07, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wonko the Sane wrote: Megan's (daughter) 1998 Chevy Cavalier: 20/28/23 That stinks. My 1995 3.8L Taurus was 19/28/22. I see, they arbitrarily lowered the ratings on the old cars because the 2008 test protocol gives lower ratings. IMO this makes the old ratings useless, those cars never saw the new test, so the new rating on the old cars is just a WAG. The new numbers on the Taurus are 17/26/20, which still seems too close to the Cavalier numbers, unless the Cavi is a V6. Mitch. ___ 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 -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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] reliability
IMO there is little doubt that Mercedes has had quality problems in recent years if various rating systems such as Consumer Reports can be believed. I remember years ago when MB was top rated. MB hasn't had a car top rated for reliability in a number of years AFAIK. Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D No argument at all. Even dismissing 140s as an aberration, there have been plenty of problems in the 210s and certainly the 203 (I am an expert, here) but about 2005 MB got their act semi-together and most of the problems tailed off. The '05 and later 203s and the facelifted 211s are vastly more reliable than their predecessors. As for cars like your 123s, their initial quality (which is what JD Power and Consumer reports surveys talk about) was not so hot and I speak from personal experience. My '78 300D, bought new, was in the shop a lot with various warranty repairs. Failures were the AC condenser, the radiator, the water and power steering pumps and of course the vacuum servo water valve. And thirteen injectors. I question whether you can compare survey results from long ago to how they are done today. How were things measured? Who asked and who answered? I don't recall ever being asked about my '78, '85 or '89. The main complaint areas today seem to mention electrical faults when in fact it's electronic faults and the owners don't seem to know the difference. RLE --- Consumers Reports send questionaires out to their thousands of members yearly asking which problems they've had with their cars (up to five years old). They tabulate the results and publish them. AFAIK that's the way they've always done it. In general, since 1956 when I started subscribing, they've been fairly accurate IMO. J.D.Powers may be better now, but years ago it was widely assumed that they were not independent of the Detroit automakers influence. In April of this year CU came out with their annual auto report. CR wrote: The following vehicles showed multiple used car verdicts that were much worse than average, according to our survey respondents. They consistently had more problems than other models overall. The list included: MB M-Class V8, CLK, S-Class V8, and SL Another list titled Vehicles to Avoid because of their unreliability included: MB C-Class 4 cyl '02, C-Class V-6 '01-03 and '06, CLK '01-06, CLS '06, E-Class '00-06, M-Class V-6 '00-03 '06, M-Class V-8 '99-00 '02 '06, R-Class '06, S-Class V-8 '01-04, SL '03-05, SLK V-6 '05 My daughters GL350cdi which was bought about two or three months ago has been in the shop twice for a total of about 8 days. The Tampa dealer refused to provide her a loaner car but the Gainesville dealer did. Of course, this involved two 140 mile round trips. We're keeping our fingers crossed. Gerry ___ 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] MY 1985 300SD got hit ...
They are recommending finding a salvage door. Out side of inspecting the door before it is 'messed with' (to be sure it is cancer free), any suggestions? Get one the same color as original, that'll minimize repaint problems. -- 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Wonko the Sane wrote: Megan's (daughter) 1998 Chevy Cavalier: 20/28/23 That stinks. My 1995 3.8L Taurus was 19/28/22. I see, they arbitrarily lowered the ratings on the old cars because the 2008 test protocol gives lower ratings. IMO this makes the old ratings useless, those cars never saw the new test, so the new rating on the old cars is just a WAG. The new numbers on the Taurus are 17/26/20, which still seems too close to the Cavalier numbers, unless the Cavi is a V6. Mitch. ___ 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] MY 1985 300SD got hit ...
Perhaps it is my imagination, but it seems to me that those of us driving a Benz seem to get smacked at a much higher rate than the general population. This must be the 10th Benz accident this year out of a sample size of what, fifty individuals? But on the other hand, I wonder what goes thru the mind of the mental midget who realizes he is just about to smack into a classic Benz (with the accident his/her fault)? I am sure that a Benz driver is no more likely (and perhaps less likely) to be involved in an accident than someone driving an American car. It is just statistically interesting to me. On 10/19/07, George Larribeau [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well My 300SD got hit, the vas majority of the damage is contained to the left passenger door. I've shopped around at body shops. Of course they have different answers on how to repair it. One of the shops on the insurance company's list is in my neighbor hood (family owned, independent) and is well known to my neighbor (he buys and sell cars) and knows the owner of the shop. He considers the shop to do excellent work and to be well above board (as far as what ever relationship they would have over there contract with the insurance company) I am considering this shop seriously at this time. They are recommending finding a salvage door. Out side of inspecting the door before it is 'messed with' (to be sure it is cancer free), any suggestions? George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 125K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW R50/2 (Wife's MC, currently in a Basket, Getting Better) ___ 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 -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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] MY 1985 300SD got hit ...
In a message dated 10/19/2007 9:53:57 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: They are recommending finding a salvage door. Out side of inspecting the door before it is 'messed with' (to be sure it is cancer free), any suggestions? You could try _www.car-parts.com_ (http://www.car-parts.com) and restrict your search to your area/range We have lots of 126 bodies in the Phoenix area Upull lots. They have half price days every week. Check your yellow pages for local self service yards with similar programs Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 152 K miles ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Harry Watkins wrote: I recently voted with my left hand to the wallet. I've been voting like that a lot lately as well... John ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Well with Randy, you order it from him, he orders it from his supplier, who ships it to him, then he ships it to you. Randy is paying shipping twice, and you have to wait alot longer. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 4:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Rusty is doing a good job now, and his prices are the lowest I've found on the web. For example, I recently bought a rebuilt A/C compressor/clutch for an '83 240D from him for a price of $256.00. Just now looked up the price of that compressor on: http://autopartsguru.com/ and got the following prices: MBZ060047 BEHR A/C Compressor OM616.912 - 10 from 086379- 12 from 027799Delco R-4w/ Pressed-on Clutchw/ Metric ThreadsNote:Seals are under black cover Available0.00 $345.00 MBZ066259 BEHR A/C Compressor, Rebuilt OM616.912 - 10 from 086379- 12 from 027799Delco R-4w/ Pressed-on Clutchw/ Metric Threads Available0.00 $1299.99 Ouch! A number of years ago Rusty was having problems with his shipping department, so I started buying from Randy Steele. It naturally took a lot longer and cost more to ship parts from California to Florida, but it wasn't too bad for someone who didn't buy a lot of parts. Finally Randy got some sort of kidney disease and closed down for a while IIRC, and then had some kind of arrangement where he was operating out of a dealers parts department. That's about when I started ordering from Rusty again. One problem with Randys operation was that after he got computerized, he didn't want to talk to you on the phone; he wanted you to order from his website or by fax. IMHO Rusty has a pretty good operation running now. The parts often get here sooner than expected and his billing system is much better. There are only two ways I can think of that Rusty could improve his system; Confirmation of returned cores. An adjustment of the freight/handling he charges for small parts. My CPA wants some kind of credit form from a seller when I get a refund on a paid statement. Without it, the credit must be verified on the credit card bill, and by the time it arrives, I might forget to look for it. (I'm still waiting for some kind of notification that the alternator core I shipped to Rusty a while back was received and credited to my credit card.) (-:] Not long ago I ordered a few Red Head trim fasteners which Rusty put in an envelope and mailed. The ten dollar shipping/handling fee was more than the cost of the parts. If the parts had to be boxed and shipped via UPS the ten dollar fee might be understandable, but $10.00 S/H for sticking a few fasteners in an envelope and mailing them seem sorta high. Other than those two little glitches, I've been very satisfied with Rusty. Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D --- - Original Message - From: Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) ... On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Glenn, it has been so long that I really don't remember what we did to piss you off, but obviously we did. We have thousands of satisfied customers and a handful of those that aren't. We have been in business for 22 years and I personally believe it is hard to stay in business that long pissing all your customers off. I am very sorry that we did something to lose your business and I would love to have the opportunity to win it back, but I understand if Randy is taking good care of your parts needs. I wish you and him the best. If there is ever an item that you can't seem to find, I would be more than happy to try to help you. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:44 PM Subject: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
No-one said that old Mercedes were cheap... Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 5:24 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Harry Watkins wrote: I recently voted with my left hand to the wallet. I've been voting like that a lot lately as well... John ___ 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 ___ 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] 87 300D valuation
Wray: I was hit by a red light runner at somewhere between 40 and 60 mph (depending on how much he braked before he hit me) by a 1999 Chevy 3500 van (1 ton sized) in the driver's door. His right headlight was about 8 inches from the middle doorpost, give or take a bit. Caved in the front door about a foot, and bashed in the whole front end from there forward about the same amount. Spun me 90 degrees. I got bruised ribs and some glass in my arm -- was back to work for half a day Friday, accident was on Tuesday. Pics were posted to the board, I think the thread was titled smashed 300D or something like that. I was lucky in that the car spun, so I have no thrash injuries at all, didn't hit the doorpost. The right headlight is loose, so you can imagine what's bent up there --everything. Fender is pushed in past the normal hood line, hood is bent, front doorpost is bent down enough to kink the roof, and pushed in much further underneath. Radio and climate control are crushed, so is the center vent in the dash. No fun. Peter On Oct 18, 2007, at 4:27 AM, Wray Stanley wrote: Peter Frederick wrote: The insurance company called me today and told me they valued my smashed 87 300D at $1650. Peter, I missed your accident report. What happened and how did the car absorb the impact. I often wonder how my '87 would protect me in a bad one. Wray ___ 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 ___ 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] 87 300D valuation/searches
Thanks Jim, will do. Peter ___ 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] Zerex G-05/ $9.95 at Autozone
Every two years or so. Peter ___ 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] reliability
IMO there is little doubt that Mercedes has had quality problems in recent years if various rating systems such as Consumer Reports can be believed. I remember years ago when MB was top rated. MB hasn't had a car top rated for reliability in a number of years AFAIK. Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D No argument at all. Even dismissing 140s as an aberration, there have been plenty of problems in the 210s and certainly the 203 (I am an expert, here) but about 2005 MB got their act semi-together and most of the problems tailed off. The '05 and later 203s and the facelifted 211s are vastly more reliable than their predecessors. As for cars like your 123s, their initial quality (which is what JD Power and Consumer reports surveys talk about) was not so hot and I speak from personal experience. My '78 300D, bought new, was in the shop a lot with various warranty repairs. Failures were the AC condenser, the radiator, the water and power steering pumps and of course the vacuum servo water valve. And thirteen injectors. I question whether you can compare survey results from long ago to how they are done today. How were things measured? Who asked and who answered? I don't recall ever being asked about my '78, '85 or '89. The main complaint areas today seem to mention electrical faults when in fact it's electronic faults and the owners don't seem to know the difference. RLE ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Thanks Rick. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 3:31 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) Mine too. Too bad he doesn't sell stuff for domestic autos :( 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Done. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 3:21 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Send parts. On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks Don. -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) Mine too. Too bad he doesn't sell stuff for domestic autos :( 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] 94 E420
A 1992 Ford Galaxy blimpmobile that wasn't too bad a car. The E320 early production year models have some rather serious QC issues so I guess he was lucky. On 10/19/07, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 10/19/07, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My friend is still thrilled with his 1999 E320, a year after he purchased it from a MD dealer. It was a low mileage car and impeccably maintained at the time of purchase and he has put on about 11 k miles since then with no problems whatsoever (currently at 67K mi). Glad he's happy, but what is he comparing it to? The reaction across the board in the car mags and among every long-time MB owner I've talked to regarding the 210 chassis is nice, but not a patch on the old one, meaning the 124. Specific complaints I've heard are cheapened interior materials, vague steering, and a general lack of the bank-vault feeling (clank instead of THUNK when slamming doors). Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ 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 ___ 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] Euro plates
Volvo does a lot of factory deliveries and owners leave the Swedish delivery plates (red tag left end, I think) as long as possible. Some used to mount their state plates over the tourist oval plates (no longer used) which seemed a bit pretentious to me. The oval plates were referred to as Z plates since their number started with Z and I still have the tourist plates for my Porsche around someplace. Keepsakes. German factory delivery plates look a lot like normal Germany plates, now. RLE ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com ___ 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] Randy Steele - Never heard of him
yea, thats no joke. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 2:09 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Randy Steele - Never heard of him The guy seems to be a legend in his own mind... On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I thought he had retired, I know he offered me is business about 7 or 8 years ago. Seems like a nice guy, but a long way from N.C. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:35 PM Subject: [MBZ] Randy Steele - Never heard of him That's odd: http://autopartsguru.com/ G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] Who
Rusty has no former customers. On 10/19/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hmm, well thats no good. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 11:11 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who As in don't anymore. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 ___ 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 ___ 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] 94 E420
On 10/19/07, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My friend is still thrilled with his 1999 E320, a year after he purchased it from a MD dealer. It was a low mileage car and impeccably maintained at the time of purchase and he has put on about 11 k miles since then with no problems whatsoever (currently at 67K mi). Glad he's happy, but what is he comparing it to? The reaction across the board in the car mags and among every long-time MB owner I've talked to regarding the 210 chassis is nice, but not a patch on the old one, meaning the 124. Specific complaints I've heard are cheapened interior materials, vague steering, and a general lack of the bank-vault feeling (clank instead of THUNK when slamming doors). Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ 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] The home of Okiebenz
Get one of those disposable panoramic cameras to capture the scene. On 10/19/07, Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Then take another picture. On 10/19/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I will have to look for it. The only thing is though the collection has expanded quite a bit since then. -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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 ___ 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] 94 E420
My friend is still thrilled with his 1999 E320, a year after he purchased it
from a MD dealer. It was a low mileage car and impeccably maintained at the
time of purchase and he has put on about 11 k miles since then with no
problems whatsoever (currently at 67K mi).
On 10/18/07, Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Actually the third generation 124's, they had a bit of an upgrade in
89/90 and put panels on the bottom of the doors and a few other things.
Wray Stanley wrote:
Alex Chamberlain wrote:
It's the second-generation ('94-'95) 124, to be precise. In '94 was
the Great Renaming (when the letters went before the numbers). Also
an across-the-board cost-cutting program,
Yes. That was the new model year that a Mercedes exec was bragging about
reducing production costs by 35%.
Wray
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Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Thanks Clay. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 2:43 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Up and stiff as a board. Love and promote rusty every chance I get clay On 19 Oct 2007, at 11:31, Wonko the Sane wrote: Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Glenn, it has been so long that I really don't remember what we did to piss you off, but obviously we did. We have thousands of satisfied customers and a handful of those that aren't. We have been in business for 22 years and I personally believe it is hard to stay in business that long pissing all your customers off. I am very sorry that we did something to lose your business and I would love to have the opportunity to win it back, but I understand if Randy is taking good care of your parts needs. I wish you and him the best. If there is ever an item that you can't seem to find, I would be more than happy to try to help you. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:44 PM Subject: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ ___ 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 -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
I recently voted with my left hand to the wallet. Harry On 10/19/07, Frederick W Moir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At 02:31 PM 10/19/2007, you wrote: Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) Both of mine are up! Vote early and often. All Hail Rusty! Fred Moir Lynn MA ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
I agree, I own an on-line business myself and I am sure that a small percentage of my customers will never buy from me again. My number one issue is supply side distribution. If I could get everything in here on-time I would be a very happy man. I've had to delay shipping $300.00 kegerator kits because $0.39 fittings did not ship to me as promised. The other issue is customer expectation. Don't shop at Wal-Mart and expect Macey's level service. I'm sure that Glenn's issue is 100% justified. I'm just as sure that reguardless of his issue, Rusty tried to make it right. Tom www.kegkits.com Original Message From: Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 10/19/07 01:43 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Up and stiff as a board. Love and promote rusty every chance I get clay On 19 Oct 2007, at 11:31, Wonko the Sane wrote: Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Glenn, it has been so long that I really don't remember what we did to piss you off, but obviously we did. We have thousands of satisfied customers and a handful of those that aren't. We have been in business for 22 years and I personally believe it is hard to stay in business that long pissing all your customers off. I am very sorry that we did something to lose your business and I would love to have the opportunity to win it back, but I understand if Randy is taking good care of your parts needs. I wish you and him the best. If there is ever an item that you can't seem to find, I would be more than happy to try to help you. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:44 PM Subject: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ ___ 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 -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
I used to buy from Rusty too but I just don't put many miles on the SDL these days because the Jeep costs less per mile to go down the road. If the wheels don't turn, nothing wears out. Tom www.kegkits.com Original Message From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 10/19/07 12:45 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Ek! Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Redghost Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:43 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Up and stiff as a board. Love rusty every chance I get clay ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Up and stiff as a board. Love and promote rusty every chance I get clay On 19 Oct 2007, at 11:31, Wonko the Sane wrote: Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Glenn, it has been so long that I really don't remember what we did to piss you off, but obviously we did. We have thousands of satisfied customers and a handful of those that aren't. We have been in business for 22 years and I personally believe it is hard to stay in business that long pissing all your customers off. I am very sorry that we did something to lose your business and I would love to have the opportunity to win it back, but I understand if Randy is taking good care of your parts needs. I wish you and him the best. If there is ever an item that you can't seem to find, I would be more than happy to try to help you. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:44 PM Subject: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ ___ 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 -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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 ___ 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] OT: non US license plate
Great little work vehicle when needed. All wheel drive previa no supercharge. Used extensively for all remodel work done on the castle in the past decade. Child hauler for field trips as well as camping or hunting. The BioD helps thicken the blood and does seem to clean the injectors a bit without decreasing mileage or plugging filters much. clay On 18 Oct 2007, at 21:24, Kevin Kraly wrote: I run B100 in my vergasser toyota van. Are you referring to the old type Toyota van where you're sitting on top of the engine? Now that's a funky vehicle! They are very dependable though. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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] Driveline question W108: u-joint or support bearing?
Gang, Need some advice about driveline on a W108 (280SEL 4.5). Under moderate load (cruising), there's a seat-of-the-pants thrumming feel/noise. The vibration goes away under heavy load, and is speed-related, but the sound does not. I was under the car the other night looking at the driveline. It is a two-piece driveshaft (thankfully not 3) with a centre support bearing. Flex disc LOOKS fine, but I'm sure there's some other way of assessing that. I noticed that the shaft could be moved axially at the centre bearing. It wasn't loose, but it didn't require much force to move it. My understanding from the EPC is that the centre bearing lives in a rubber mount. I'm wondering if that looseness is a problem. Does it make sense that a weak support bushing could permit such vibration? Shouldn't the driveshaft be balanced well enough that there is essentially no lateral force there? Visual and tactile inspection of the u-joints themselves did not reveal any looseness nor evidence of grease leakage. I wasn't able to put tons of rotational load on the shaft with my hands, but neither forceful not subtle rotation of the shaft revealed any looseness. Among other things, I put a finger in the joint intersections and rotated the shaft forcefully. No sign of movement. I don't know whether a worn u-joint would be easily felt this way or not. The car has less than 100k miles on it, which seems early for a u-joint failure. Is it just wishful thinking, or could the problem simply be a shot centre bearing and support bushing? Can u-joints be assessed in place, or does one need them out of the car to check for wear? D. ___ 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] Randy Steele - Never heard of him
That's odd: http://autopartsguru.com/ G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Glenn, it has been so long that I really don't remember what we did to piss you off, but obviously we did. We have thousands of satisfied customers and a handful of those that aren't. We have been in business for 22 years and I personally believe it is hard to stay in business that long pissing all your customers off. I am very sorry that we did something to lose your business and I would love to have the opportunity to win it back, but I understand if Randy is taking good care of your parts needs. I wish you and him the best. If there is ever an item that you can't seem to find, I would be more than happy to try to help you. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:44 PM Subject: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. Do tell... 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] Who
Hmm, well thats no good. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 11:11 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who As in don't anymore. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 ___ 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] MY 1985 300SD got hit ...
A good used door is a great solution. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: George Larribeau [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 10/19/07 11:55 AM Subject: [MBZ] MY 1985 300SD got hit ... Well My 300SD got hit, the vas majority of the damage is contained to the left passenger door. I've shopped around at body shops. Of course they have different answers on how to repair it. One of the shops on the insurance company's list is in my neighbor hood (family owned, independent) and is well known to my neighbor (he buys and sell cars) and knows the owner of the shop. He considers the shop to do excellent work and to be well above board (as far as what ever relationship they would have over there contract with the insurance company) I am considering this shop seriously at this time. They are recommending finding a salvage door. Out side of inspecting the door before it is 'messed with' (to be sure it is cancer free), any suggestions? George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 125K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW R50/2 (Wife's MC, currently in a Basket, Getting Better) ___ 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 ___ 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] list
Then click the button that says email password --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 11:04 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] list having problems... forgot password ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com ___ 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 ___ 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] Who
As in don't anymore. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 11:57 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who Used to? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 9:06 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 ___ 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 ___ 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
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Re: [MBZ] Who
Used to? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 9:06 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 ___ 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] Who
can you remove me from list? thanks ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com ___ 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] Who
Gary, Same guy.. He moved! Chuck Phoenix AZ On Oct 19, 2007, at 7:23 AM, Gary Hurst wrote: that's a different guy. that guy lives in rochester. this glenn brown lives in NC On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 9:39 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who you never heard of glenn brown? On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Never heard of him. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:55 PM Subject: [MBZ] Who Randy Steele. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] list
Bill, Look at the bottom where it says: To unsubscribe etc... click there and it a DIY job Chuck Phoenix AZ On Oct 19, 2007, at 7:23 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Please delete me from the list, i get on the computer every few days and am overwhelmed with the number of them thanks Bill ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com ___ 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 ___ 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] Who
that's a different guy. that guy lives in rochester. this glenn brown lives in NC On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 9:39 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who you never heard of glenn brown? On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Never heard of him. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:55 PM Subject: [MBZ] Who Randy Steele. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] loose air cleaner, W123 300D/ my $0.02/ check your mounts
There are 2 failures, one where they compress and one where they tear. If they are compressed, you can tell visually but you need to know what a good installed one looks like. You can check for a torn mount by putting pressure under the oil pan with a jack. Just make sure that you spread the load with a piece of wood. As you jack up the engine, the torn mount will become very obvious. If you replace the motor mounts then don't forget the transmission mount. It's the third mount for the engine / transmission assembly. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Allan Streib Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 8:37 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] loose air cleaner, W123 300D/ my $0.02/ check your mounts [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: By the way, a very sharp mechanic, at Tri-stars Petes old place, told me that the filter bracket failure was due to bad motor mounts. That was after I took a filter bracket back within a year of purchase, after it failed. They gave me a new one, free, but added the above caveat. Funny you mention motor mounts because before I looked that was my first guess at the problem. Can a bad motor mount be diagnosed visually? Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ 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 ___ 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] Who
you never heard of glenn brown? On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Never heard of him. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:55 PM Subject: [MBZ] Who Randy Steele. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] Who
Never heard of him. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:55 PM Subject: [MBZ] Who Randy Steele. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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] The home of Okiebenz
Then take another picture. On 10/19/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I will have to look for it. The only thing is though the collection has expanded quite a bit since then. -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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] Reliability/1994
Yep. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: John Freer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:36 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Reliability/1994 Can't figure it out why some folks only associate bad evaporators in the early 90's with the W140. There are thousands of W124 owners who would only wish this was true. On 10/18/07, Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, we could sit here all day arguing the point but the rust issues in the 210 are not so easily explained away. Then we could discuss the evaporator in the 140's. Far as the 201 goes, my Mum has had one for about 10 years and apart from maintenance items and a fault in the after market immobilizer system had no dramas. Far as the 204 goes, lot of nice goodies in there to play with but what will it be like in ten years time or even twenty? Will you keep it once the warranty runs out? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes. That was the new model year that a Mercedes exec was bragging about reducing production costs by 35%. Meaning just what? Meaning that they focused on costs rather than quality, resulting in reliability issues. I guess they put pressure on the component suppliers to lower prices. That was a trick question and you fell for it, quoting the party line without any real knowledge. ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] Reliability/1994
Well, we could sit here all day arguing the point but the rust issues in the 210 are not so easily explained away. Then we could discuss the evaporator in the 140's. Far as the 201 goes, my Mum has had one for about 10 years and apart from maintenance items and a fault in the after market immobilizer system had no dramas. Far as the 204 goes, lot of nice goodies in there to play with but what will it be like in ten years time or even twenty? Will you keep it once the warranty runs out? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes. That was the new model year that a Mercedes exec was bragging about reducing production costs by 35%. Meaning just what? Meaning that they focused on costs rather than quality, resulting in reliability issues. I guess they put pressure on the component suppliers to lower prices. That was a trick question and you fell for it, quoting the party line without any real knowledge. ___ 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] Randy Steele - Never heard of him
The guy seems to be a legend in his own mind... On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I thought he had retired, I know he offered me is business about 7 or 8 years ago. Seems like a nice guy, but a long way from N.C. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:35 PM Subject: [MBZ] Randy Steele - Never heard of him That's odd: http://autopartsguru.com/ G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] OT: non US license plate
I must admit that on my dearly departed Saab 900, I got one of those Euro plates and put it on the front. Here was my thinking (for those who are bored): The bolts that hold on the regular license plate were rusted in place or broken off when I bought the car (had no front plate when I bought it). After getting a ticket for no front plate, I finally took action. On those cars, there is an indentation in the rubber bumper that is the size of a Euro plate. I was going to get a piece of sheet metal about that size and bolt it in place and then bolt the regular license plate to that. It would be a solution and would look vaguely like a Euro plate to the quick glance. Then I discovered I could get a used Euro plate online - two of them actually and with mounting rings for about $20. The plates were supposedly from a car in Berlin. They had dirt on them and the stickers were sloppily destroyed. So I put it on the front of the car and couldn't bring myself to bolt the regular plate onto it. I attached the regular plate off to the passenger side with bailing wire. Anyway, I hate to admit that I liked the look of the Euro plate on that car, and would actually like to put on on my 123. (Especially since the front plate mounting is so unattractive on these - just sort of tacked on there and usually sort of bent up). I know - the whole Euro plate thing is a juvenile trick often employed by the ricer set, and sometimes by those with VWs and Audis that they fancy to be pretty hot. Oh, and no offense to a certain distinguished gentleman that has one that reads something like 2.316V. :) Oh also, here in town, I have seen a couple of newer luxury autos with Euro plates and the regular plates attached on top of them. Cars like new Volvos with distinguished men driving. So in those cases I got the impression they might spend part of the year in Europe or something? Brian On 10/18/07, Fmiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was in town out here in the boonies and saw a Volvo XC90 with what I suspect were European plates. I was unable to see anything that I could identify the country of origin. It was a tad shorter than a US plate, but much wider. I think it would fit nicely between the taillights of my W123. So I figured _the_ list could help my curiosity. The format is AD:FXnnn with each n=a numeral. Is this conclusive for identification? Or is European all I get? *smile* -- Philip, in the middle of a heater core job on a W123... ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
none taken, will have to spend a few more minutes trying to wipe the dorky grin off my face. clay On 19 Oct 2007, at 11:55, R A Bennell wrote: Sorry - in bad taste - must remember to save stuff like this for banned. Just couldn't resist. No offense intended Clay. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:53 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Ek! Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Redghost Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:43 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Up and stiff as a board. Love rusty every chance I get clay ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] IowaQ weather continues
Been raining here for most of this past week - not a downpour but steady enough. I think we likely have enough now so hope it goes your way. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:52 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] IowaQ weather continues We MAY get 1/4 - 1/2 of rain here after 31 straight dry days - a new D.C. metro area record. And I just read that EL Nino is coming back, which means dry trends will continue in the East. On 10/17/07, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: THe fall monsoons have arrived. They are a month late. At 08:00 PM 10/17/2007, you wrote: It is STILL raining! Supposed to end sometime Friday night. Forecast for Saturday is what I'd hoped to have last Saturday. -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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 Loren Faeth ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Rusty and I have had a go round or two trying to get things right, but things have always been sorted out in the end. No body is perfect but so long as they try to fix anything that goes screwy, I'm happy enough. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:31 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Glenn, it has been so long that I really don't remember what we did to piss you off, but obviously we did. We have thousands of satisfied customers and a handful of those that aren't. We have been in business for 22 years and I personally believe it is hard to stay in business that long pissing all your customers off. I am very sorry that we did something to lose your business and I would love to have the opportunity to win it back, but I understand if Randy is taking good care of your parts needs. I wish you and him the best. If there is ever an item that you can't seem to find, I would be more than happy to try to help you. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:44 PM Subject: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ ___ 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 -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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] list
There is a link at the bottom of each message to unsubscribe. It is done in the same way that you subscribed to the list. You can also change to digest mode and will not get as many messages. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 9:23 AM Subject: [MBZ] list Please delete me from the list, i get on the computer every few days and am overwhelmed with the number of them thanks Bill ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com ___ 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 ___ 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] Who
i see. On 10/19/07, Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gary, Same guy.. He moved! Chuck Phoenix AZ On Oct 19, 2007, at 7:23 AM, Gary Hurst wrote: that's a different guy. that guy lives in rochester. this glenn brown lives in NC On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 9:39 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who you never heard of glenn brown? On 10/19/07, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Never heard of him. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:55 PM Subject: [MBZ] Who Randy Steele. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] loose air cleaner, W123 300D/ my $0.02/ check your mounts
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: By the way, a very sharp mechanic, at Tri-stars Petes old place, told me that the filter bracket failure was due to bad motor mounts. That was after I took a filter bracket back within a year of purchase, after it failed. They gave me a new one, free, but added the above caveat. Funny you mention motor mounts because before I looked that was my first guess at the problem. Can a bad motor mount be diagnosed visually? Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ 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] Okie Storms
No problems, got hit at the office in the afternoon but it wasnt too bad. The evening storms missed me at home. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 9:02 PM Subject: [MBZ] Okie Storms Kaleb.did you survive last night's storms? Looks like Tulsa got thumped. Bob 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 ___ 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] The home of Okiebenz
I will have to look for it. The only thing is though the collection has expanded quite a bit since then. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 8:47 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] The home of Okiebenz No. Kleb: post that pick of your back yard again, will ya? The one you took out of the upstairs window. On 10/18/07, Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Is this Kalebs place? http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=1418582011size=o ___ 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 -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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 ___ 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] Reliability/1994
Yes. That was the new model year that a Mercedes exec was bragging about reducing production costs by 35%. Meaning just what? Meaning that they focused on costs rather than quality, resulting in reliability issues. I guess they put pressure on the component suppliers to lower prices. That was a trick question and you fell for it, quoting the party line without any real knowledge. I owned two 201s and both had endless shop visits while in warranty and the 2.6's engine got new pistons at 70K miles paid for by MB. When I bought my '95 C280, the number of problems plummeted and it was clear that the car's components were better built than the previous model. That's my personal experience with the cars. This was before the wiring harness problems showed up, of course. As far as W202s costing 35% less to build, this is the first time I've heard that one. What I do know is this. Right about that time, Porsche was in dire straits because their cars had become so costly that sales were in the dumper. And so they hired a Japanese consulting firm to help them survive. The factory and supply lines were revamped with just-in-time parts instead of stacks of stuff all over the place. The old-timers either went with the program or retired. No choice. And from that reorganization, Porsche's unit cost dropped 30% and the company pulled out of it. Not only that, soon after they produced their very first no-defects car in their history. The rework department's workload almost disappeared. And now, their profit per unit is the highest in the industry, worldwide. The actual cost vs. quality screwup was in the W203 and W211 models and my experience with my '01 C320 bears that out. I expect my two day old W204 to establish a new benchmark in MB reliablity, based on pre-production testing. The purpose of this tale is that I have suspected that Mercedes also took a little advice from somebody about that very same time. Just speculation, you understand. RLE Sometime during the (1970s-80s?) I remember various stories pointing out that Mercedes was going to ship only their more expensive models to the U.S., and that the final decisions about the kind of cars Mercedes would build had been taken away from the engineering department and given to the sales department. It would be interesting to see a timeline on the changes in these decisions, if any, since then. IMO there is little doubt that Mercedes has had quality problems in recent years if various rating systems such as Consumer Reports can be believed. I remember years ago when MB was top rated. MB hasn't had a car top rated for reliability in a number of years AFAIK. Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D ___ 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] Reliability/1994
Can't figure it out why some folks only associate bad evaporators in the early 90's with the W140. There are thousands of W124 owners who would only wish this was true. On 10/18/07, Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, we could sit here all day arguing the point but the rust issues in the 210 are not so easily explained away. Then we could discuss the evaporator in the 140's. Far as the 201 goes, my Mum has had one for about 10 years and apart from maintenance items and a fault in the after market immobilizer system had no dramas. Far as the 204 goes, lot of nice goodies in there to play with but what will it be like in ten years time or even twenty? Will you keep it once the warranty runs out? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes. That was the new model year that a Mercedes exec was bragging about reducing production costs by 35%. Meaning just what? Meaning that they focused on costs rather than quality, resulting in reliability issues. I guess they put pressure on the component suppliers to lower prices. That was a trick question and you fell for it, quoting the party line without any real knowledge. ___ 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 ___ 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] Driveline question W108: u-joint or support bearing?
You need a new center bearing and rubber bushing, likely, and the clamp nut on the shaft is loose. There is a slip joint in the shaft, it has to move lengthwise, unlike later ones, but it should not move at the center bearing. Peter ___ 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] loose air cleaner, 300D
180088208750 Fits 123 chassis non turbo models only. This includes 240D, 300D, 300CD to 1981 and 300TD to 1980. E-bay Ed in Chicago I bought the turbo kit $15.+ shipping Orders $75 or over have FREE shipping. Kind of an incentive to order those oil filters/air filters/hood pad/ whatever too. FREE. I love that word... 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] loose air cleaner, 300D/ my $0.02/ check your mounts
All joking aside, Graingers has the rubber mounts in 5/16 inch thread size. These will require a little drilling and tapping but they will last a long time! They also have them in 1/4 but you can't tell the difference once they are mounted. I also have added metal to the mounting bracket to reinforce the weak areas. My bracket is about 4 years old now and before I was buying one every couple years. By the way, a very sharp mechanic, at Tri-stars Petes old place, told me that the filter bracket failure was due to bad motor mounts. That was after I took a filter bracket back within a year of purchase, after it failed. They gave me a new one, free, but added the above caveat. Regards, Originals are 6mm and are a little fragile for their application on the turbo diesels.: I wonder where he could buy those? Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 152 K miles ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com ___ 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] production costs
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes. That was the new model year that a Mercedes exec was bragging about reducing production costs by 35%. Meaning just what? You don't get a 35% reduction in production cost through efficiency alone, some of the 35% comes out of quality. Wray ___ 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] MY 1985 300SD got hit ...
Well My 300SD got hit, the vas majority of the damage is contained to the left passenger door. I've shopped around at body shops. Of course they have different answers on how to repair it. One of the shops on the insurance company's list is in my neighbor hood (family owned, independent) and is well known to my neighbor (he buys and sell cars) and knows the owner of the shop. He considers the shop to do excellent work and to be well above board (as far as what ever relationship they would have over there contract with the insurance company) I am considering this shop seriously at this time. They are recommending finding a salvage door. Out side of inspecting the door before it is 'messed with' (to be sure it is cancer free), any suggestions? George Larribeau Dallas Texas 1985 300SD 207K 1987 HD FLHTC 90K, Bent 2 I 1984 Motoguzzi Cal -2 80K 1972 Motoguzzi Ambassador LOTS 1965 Chevy C-10 pick up truck lots of miles 3rd small block ..(Extra Ugly,but runs) 1993 BMW 323i 125K (Wife's Car) 1967 BMW R50/2 (Wife's MC, currently in a Basket, Getting Better) ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
You cant make everyone happy, trust me, I know. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:20 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Glenn, it has been so long that I really don't remember what we did to piss you off, but obviously we did. We have thousands of satisfied customers and a handful of those that aren't. We have been in business for 22 years and I personally believe it is hard to stay in business that long pissing all your customers off. I am very sorry that we did something to lose your business and I would love to have the opportunity to win it back, but I understand if Randy is taking good care of your parts needs. I wish you and him the best. If there is ever an item that you can't seem to find, I would be more than happy to try to help you. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:44 PM Subject: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. True, used to, and you obviously know why but the rest of the world doesn't. Inquiring minds want to know. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
Sorry - in bad taste - must remember to save stuff like this for banned. Just couldn't resist. No offense intended Clay. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:53 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us. Ek! Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Redghost Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 1:43 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Up and stiff as a board. Love rusty every chance I get clay ___ 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 ___ 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] IowaQ weather continues
We MAY get 1/4 - 1/2 of rain here after 31 straight dry days - a new D.C. metro area record. And I just read that EL Nino is coming back, which means dry trends will continue in the East. On 10/17/07, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: THe fall monsoons have arrived. They are a month late. At 08:00 PM 10/17/2007, you wrote: It is STILL raining! Supposed to end sometime Friday night. Forecast for Saturday is what I'd hoped to have last Saturday. -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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 Loren Faeth ___ 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 ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
At 02:31 PM 10/19/2007, you wrote: Everyone happy with BuyMBParts raise his/her hand. (Mine is up.) Both of mine are up! Vote early and often. All Hail Rusty! Fred Moir Lynn MA ___ 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] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.
archer wrote: Not long ago I ordered a few Red Head trim fasteners which Rusty put in an envelope and mailed. The ten dollar shipping/handling fee was more than the cost of the parts. If the parts had to be boxed and shipped via UPS the ten dollar fee might be understandable, but $10.00 S/H for sticking a few fasteners in an envelope and mailing them seem sorta high. If the parts had to come from MB, Rusty was charged that much. Recently I ordered about a dozen parts that were OE (not OEM). Six injector lines and all the rubber padding and clips for those lines as well. Each injector line came in its own FedEx box, the rubber pads came in another, and each different type of the plastic clamp came in their own box (clamp 4 lines, 3 lines, etc). Think I ended up with about 11 boxes. That was a $10 shipping fee. IIRC, Rusty lost a connection for OE parts (from somebody who was competent) and now the only place he can find for OE parts is the incompetent fools he uses now. My nearest dealership is 2 hours away though so I'm stuck with that situation (and I imagine Rusty wants a better contact as well). My $.02 John ___ 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
