[MBZ] Sleeper 300CD
I can't believe this. It's not too far from me, either - it would almost be worth the trip to check out. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982-MERCEDES-BENZ-300CD-5-6-ONE-A-KIND_W0QQitemZ270208514426QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item270208514426 Dan Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ ___ 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] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot]
When I got my badge they also included a nice lapel pin of the MB star with 25 KM under it - I hope they are still issuing the badges - for such a small amount of effort and money on the part of MB, the good will of getting something to celebrate driving our cars for long distances is well rec'd IMHO. Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 11:44 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] I'm pretty sure MBOZ has stopped handing out badges but I can't be bothered displaying that I drive an old car with lots of miles under the wheels and the odo in my 123 has stopped working but I guess it is closing in on 250K. Looking at buying a 300TE with 350K on the clock but I rather have one with 150K. Hendrik Chuck Landenberger wrote: Hi all, For Hi Mileage Badges from MBUSA, there is no verification needed. One need only call Montvale (1-800-FOR-MERCEDES (1-800-367-6372)) and ask about the program. You will be mailed the application, complete it and return it. Not sure about MB Canada. Chuck w/a 250,000 km badge on my 500E. ___ 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] Go Vote Tomorrow
Donald wroteI once voted for a democrat, he was a judge and the other candidate was a jackass Gee Donald, that sounds like a toss-up. ;-) As far as your other voting habits - we're in agreement. Speaking of Republicans, I cannot unserstand why they don't proclaim their platform like they did during the 94 campaign with the Contract with Amrica. But they seem content to work in different directions with poorly communicated plans for the future. Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2008 9:42 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Go Vote Tomorrow Lt Don wrote: You haven't actually MET the guy, have you? When I shook his hand (I went to his event out or curiosity) and looked into his eyes in Iowa, my first thought was that he could have been Hannibal Lectur's understudy w/out going to makeup. ... But hey, vote as you wish. I thought you were a democrat. You wouldn't trust any republican. My real reason to vote for him is that Fred Thompson is out. I think Mitt is the conservative who can win. I think McCain would beat Hillary, but she probably won't be the nominee. I think Romney would beat Obama. I always vote for the best candidate regardless of party affiliation. Strangely, for the me the best candidate is always a republican. I once voted for a democrat, he was a judge and the other candidate was a jackass. Donald H. Snook ___ 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] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot]
Thats only ~310,000 miles, my 190D should hit that within the next year or so. I think its 287k right now. Lessee, 55 miles a day, 550 a week is about 26400 a year just to commute to work... Anybody says the 190Ds can't do high mileage hasn't driven one. Of course its back in the shop next week, the rear end is still not quite right. Indy says he thinks he knows what it needs... I'm still pushing for subframe bushings but he says its probably not that. He's going to do some heavy duty diagnosis before he throws parts at it. -Curt Date: Fri, 8 Feb 2008 15:23:36 -0500 From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 I'm in KMS here, at 365,000 at the moment. Wonder if she'll ever see 500,000 ?? :-) Ed 300E - Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. ___ 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] wandering subscriber -- different time zone now
I'm in Thrissur, Kerala [India] Well, I hope whoever is there is arranging to bring back a nice big load of Lister[oid] diesel engines! :-) -- 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] Go Vote Tomorrow
LarryT wrote: Speaking of Republicans, I cannot unserstand why they don't proclaim their platform like they did during the 94 campaign with the Contract with Amrica. That fraud was over ten years ago, so they ought to be able to get away with it again. In the 'contract' there were certain things they thought the voting public supported, and the signers of the contract promised to bring the issues to a vote in Congress. Notice that they never promised that they would actually VOTE FOR the bills in their own 'contract'. 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
[MBZ] Clean Oil Off Driveway
What is the best thing/stuff to use to clean oil drips off of the driveway? Landlord boy came over yesterday to trim an unruly Palo Verde and his wife about busted a vein when she saw the few drips our cars leave. Supposed to be 72.good day to be outdoors (sorry.had to do it). 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
Re: [MBZ] wandering subscriber -- different time zone now
Don revealed: I'm in Thrissur, Kerala [India] That's quite random. What you doing there? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 9:22 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] wandering subscriber -- different time zone now Well, I hope whoever is there is arranging to bring back a nice big load of Lister[oid] diesel engines! :-) -- 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 ___ 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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
What is it about these cars that makes them everyone's favorite? I'd think the suspension and engine upgrades of the 123s would win out, but I've never owned either. Don't these have the impossible heater blower fans? Dan 83 300SD ___ 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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
What is it about these cars that makes them everyone's favorite? I'd think the suspension and engine upgrades of the 123s would win out, but I've never owned either. Don't these have the impossible heater blower fans? Yes, but that's not what we like about them. I don't know, mine just handles and drives very nicely. (I thought the 115/123 shared the same suspension.) With the torquey little four-banger and a stick shift they're very driveable. And the funky old-school interior is something I enjoy. The 123 is more creature-comforty, but that's not everything. The 115's manual steering is very tight, I'd say there is zero play in the steering wheel which is _not_ something that can be said of our 123. The basic simplicity of the 115 is appealing, there's just not too much to go wrong. (Except that blasted heater fan.) And I like wing windows. For a long road trip I'd rather have the 123, but for commuting to work I like the 115 just fine. At least until 107 season rolls around again. -- 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] Linux fans rejoice
Give PC-BSD a try. I was awfully impressed by it last time I tried it... Jeff Zedic [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well I have to say that my UBUNTU is acting up. I've installed it three times now and it runs Firefox fine for a while and then nothing. Try another browsernothing. No splash screen no nuthin'. Not pleased. It did this with and without installing the 185 updates it says I need. Very strange. I've put it on the back burner for now while I do more important things. Any ideas? -- 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] Linux fans rejoice
Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: ... and it just escaped me why Yahoo was worth whatever billion$ they would spend on it. To compete in the web-searching business, trying to put Google down? Who uses YAhoo to search the web anymore? I agree, why spend that much money on an internet has-been? 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] wandering subscriber -- different time zone now
Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Sunil Hari is in India Think he'll come back married? That's what happened to two other Indians I know who went back to visit the parents. When they arrived: Welcome home, here meet your wife... 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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
They just have a certain feel to them. They are lighter and more nimble than a 123 and have more charm. Dimitri Dan Weeks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What is it about these cars that makes them everyone's favorite? I'd think the suspension and engine upgrades of the 123s would win out, but I've never owned either. Don't these have the impossible heater blower fans? Dan 83 300SD ___ 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 - Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. ___ 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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
i really can't explain it. there is a coolness factor, plus relaxed leisurely motoring in a classic looking environment. i really liked the manual preglow as well. very basic yet elegant. whole far more than the sum of its parts 123 does not derive from 115. 115 closest more modern relative is 107 On Feb 9, 2008 11:44 AM, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What is it about these cars that makes them everyone's favorite? I'd think the suspension and engine upgrades of the 123s would win out, but I've never owned either. Don't these have the impossible heater blower fans? Yes, but that's not what we like about them. I don't know, mine just handles and drives very nicely. (I thought the 115/123 shared the same suspension.) With the torquey little four-banger and a stick shift they're very driveable. And the funky old-school interior is something I enjoy. The 123 is more creature-comforty, but that's not everything. The 115's manual steering is very tight, I'd say there is zero play in the steering wheel which is _not_ something that can be said of our 123. The basic simplicity of the 115 is appealing, there's just not too much to go wrong. (Except that blasted heater fan.) And I like wing windows. For a long road trip I'd rather have the 123, but for commuting to work I like the 115 just fine. At least until 107 season rolls around again. -- 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 ___ 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] Otter/Beaver
OK - I always had a hard time telling the difference between a beaver and an otter - DHC versions anyway -- they are both cool airplanes. On Feb 8, 2008 11:14 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Love the Ferrari and the Otter behind the Speedster That's a you-should-excuse-the-expression DHC Beaver. Kenmore Air Harbor (largest seaplane base in the continental US) turns out brand new ones using ex-military fuselages from the '40s. Near a million bucks now, I hear. They also have a fleet of turbine Otters that fly in scheduled service from Kenmore and downtown Seattle to the San Juans and up into Canada daily. RLE -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '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] Linux fans rejoice
Yahoo services mysteriously don't work so well on non-Microsoft platforms NOW, it will really be bad later. Good thing is that there are alternative. 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] Linux fans rejoice
On Feb 9, 2008 1:34 AM, Jeff Zedic [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: internet and can d/l updates etc, but no browser will open. Not Firefox, not Opera and not even Epiphany! Instead of starting the browser via link/icon, open a terminal window and start it via command line. From CLI (command line interface) it will show you app loading and error alerts. (When starting from an icon, it still voices those things, but they are lost to the ether.) My only assumption at this point is that it is a networking issue that is confusing the browser, ie the networking stack is refusing to answer or it isn't properly passing the information. Either way much more information is needed. An application does *not* just refuse to open. Something is catching it and either terminating it, or sticking it in a never ending loop. Ed -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ 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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
I've never ridden in a 200D, 220D or 240D W115, but I've ridden in 3 different W115 300D's. The road feel is so different than the W123. It's a slightly stiffer ride, but the tradeoffs are way less body roll and tighter and more responsive steering (this all from the passenger's seat, of course! :D). I wish I would have bought the '76 300D I found for $700 4 years ago that had some blowby, worn motor mounts and saggy seat springs, darn it! It's a $2500 car today here in bioland. 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
Re: [MBZ] Sleeper 300CD
that's my kind of car. :-) Ed 300E On 09/02/2008, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Rocket ship might be an understatement... Luther On Sat, 09 Feb 2008 07:02:06 -0600, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I can't believe this. It's not too far from me, either - it would almost be worth the trip to check out. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982-MERCEDES-BENZ-300CD-5-6-ONE-A-KIND_W0QQitemZ270208514426QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item270208514426 Dan -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ 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] Go Vote Tomorrow
Yeah, picky, picky, picky - at least they brought them into the sunlight - and defined the party position -- Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 11:12 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Go Vote Tomorrow LarryT wrote: Speaking of Republicans, I cannot unserstand why they don't proclaim their platform like they did during the 94 campaign with the Contract with Amrica. That fraud was over ten years ago, so they ought to be able to get away with it again. In the 'contract' there were certain things they thought the voting public supported, and the signers of the contract promised to bring the issues to a vote in Congress. Notice that they never promised that they would actually VOTE FOR the bills in their own 'contract'. 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 ___ 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: Went and voted yesterday
Sheesh! That's *exactly* the kind of comment that makes me committed to voting to him if he is ever in a position to run a national race -- He's Da Man! Nothing wrong with stating your position - except for that MSM problem. I am encouraged by the fact that cable news continues to chip away at the MSMs dominance. I would think the upcoming change to digital reception would enhance that chipping - Dr Keyes needs a shot with a national audience - course the MSM will not let that happen - Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 3:03 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Went and voted yesterday LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I can only assume he's thinking of a different Alan Keyes than you I are famiiar with - an excellent conservative who would be a great candidate. It always surprises me that he can generate so little support. Wish I could vote for Keyes instead of McCain in the fall - not that I;ll vote for McC - haven't decided what I'll do. I think that the reason he does not get support is that he is not appealing to the mainstream media, who like it or not pick the candidates as much if not moreso than the voters do. You have to play the media's game in campaigns -- Alan Keyes will not do that. For example, he would not congratulate Barak Obama on his victory in the race for the senate seat in Illinois because it would be congratulations toward the triumph of that which I believe ultimately stands for ... a culture evil enough to destroy the very soul and heart of my country? I cannot do this. And I will not make a false gesture. (That from Wikipedia). Something like that just fans the fires in the todays's media, who seem obsessed with the notion that everyone must accomodate everyone else and apologize for any remotely provocative statement. 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] Clean Oil Off Driveway
In a message dated 2/9/2008 9:25:38 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What is the best thing/stuff to use to clean oil drips off of the driveway? Landlord boy came over yesterday to trim an unruly Palo Verde and his wife about busted a vein when she saw the few drips our cars leave. Supposed to be 72.good day to be outdoors (sorry.had to do it). Bob, I like plain old clay based kitty litter. Grind it into the cement and it will actually soak up the oil and then change the stain color to the kitty litter color which closely matches concrete. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 153 K miles **Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys/pictures/never-won-a-grammy?NCID=aolcmp00300025 48) ___ 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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
This is a now one for me, but I guess I never got my 72 220D or either 75 240D's to the critical cornering speed. Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/9/08 1:08 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds The only drawback (not for the diesels, of course) is that very hard cornering WILL unmount the outside front tire when you exceed the side force limits on the rim/tire interface. This is, quite obviously, NOT funny, as the car will shoot off the road in a direct tangent to the point of failure. The W123 has the rear swaybar reduced in size to introduce more roll oversteer. This both alerts the driver (the back end starts around) and reduces the loading on the outside front tire so it stays on the rim. That front sway bar on the W115 is HUGE, and does it's job quite well. 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.19.21/1267 - Release Date: 2/8/2008 8:12 PM ___ 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] Go Vote Tomorrow
She could move back to Arkansas and live with her daddy Webb. --R Harry Watkins wrote: How does this sound, Hillary wins, Chelsea works in the administration for foreign service experience. She carpet bags to a state that has two requirements, a House seat she can win in 2010 and a Senate seat open in two years. In 2016, after eight years of Hillary, Chelsea will be 35 years old with experience in foreign affairs, a house term and four years in the senate. And of course with appointments on the most important committees. No one in history could be more prepared to be president. What a campaign that will be. Harry ___ 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] wandering subscriber -- different time zone now
Allan Streib wrote: Think he'll come back married? That's what happened to two other Indians I know who went back to visit the parents. I think Sunil goes to Columbus Ohio to visit the 'rents. ___ 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] Go Vote Tomorrow
you think they know who the daddy is? ;-) (don't look at me) Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 2:32 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Go Vote Tomorrow She could move back to Arkansas and live with her daddy Webb. --R Harry Watkins wrote: How does this sound, Hillary wins, Chelsea works in the administration for foreign service experience. She carpet bags to a state that has two requirements, a House seat she can win in 2010 and a Senate seat open in two years. In 2016, after eight years of Hillary, Chelsea will be 35 years old with experience in foreign affairs, a house term and four years in the senate. And of course with appointments on the most important committees. No one in history could be more prepared to be president. What a campaign that will be. Harry ___ 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] Go Vote Tomorrow
Harry Watkins wrote: How does this sound, Hillary wins, Chelsea works in the administration for foreign service experience. She carpet bags to a state that has two requirements, a House seat she can win in 2010 and a Senate seat open in two years. In 2016, after eight years of Hillary, Chelsea will be 35 years old ...and GB Trudeau (Doonesbury) is calling O'Bama a Kennedy. ___ 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] Linux fans rejoice
Thanks for the info Ed! Do you know the command for firefox? Are the commands similar to DOS? I really should learn those too! Jeff Zedic ___ 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] Linux fans rejoice
It seems than at Sat, 9 Feb 2008 01:34:20 -0500, Jeff wrote: Id/l'd from the Ubuntu site as well, so it's weird that it's like this. It runs fine for the first few boots and then no browser at all. I still have internet and can d/l updates etc, but no browser will open. Not Firefox, not Opera and not even Epiphany! I wonder why..very strange. Sounds like questions for the Linux list... If you run it from a command line, what does it say when it fails? And/or what do the logs say? -- Philip ___ 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] wandering subscriber -- different time zone now
A. I see. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 9:39 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] wandering subscriber -- different time zone now No -- Sunil is over in India, not me. On Feb 9, 2008 10:28 AM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don revealed: I'm in Thrissur, Kerala [India] That's quite random. What you doing there? Bob R -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ apt-get update apt-get upgrade The following packages will be replaced Prez Do you want to continue? [Y/n] Y ___ 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] Clean Oil Off Driveway
The neighborhood cats will love you for it. On Feb 9, 2008 1:49 PM, Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'd find some shallow trays and put oil-dry (aka cheap cat litter) in them and leave them where the oil drips. That ought to driver her absolutely nuts. -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ apt-get update apt-get upgrade The following packages will be replaced Prez Do you want to continue? [Y/n] Y ___ 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] Clean Oil Off Driveway
Psycho landlord frau may have an issue with that. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of OK Don Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 10:48 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Clean Oil Off Driveway Drain the oil for a change, mop the old oil evenly over the entire drive - never worry about it again. It's only supposed to hit 64F here in Okie land today --- On Feb 9, 2008 11:33 AM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I like Marine Clean from POR-15. Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What is the best thing/stuff to use to clean oil drips off of the driveway? Landlord boy came over yesterday to trim an unruly Palo Verde and his wife about busted a vein when she saw the few drips our cars leave. Supposed to be 72.good day to be outdoors (sorry.had to do it). -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '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 ___ 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] Carry-ons
I'm in Thrissur, Kerala [India] Well, I hope whoever is there is arranging to bring back a nice big load of Lister[oid] diesel engines! :-) Or a few Tata Nanos. RLE ** Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys/pictures/never-won-a-grammy?NCID=aolcmp00300025 48) ___ 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] Linux fans rejoice
either firefox or mozilla-firefox, depending on what that distro uses On Feb 9, 2008 2:15 PM, Jeff Zedic [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks for the info Ed! Do you know the command for firefox? Are the commands similar to DOS? I really should learn those too! Jeff Zedic -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ apt-get update apt-get upgrade The following packages will be replaced Prez Do you want to continue? [Y/n] Y ___ 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] Linux fans rejoice
anyone who sees your hotmail account will presume you are a retard or criminally insane sex offender until you prove otherwise. why bring that upon yourself? On Feb 9, 2008 4:43 PM, Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: i deal with email addresses all day every day and i can tell you that the quality of the yahoo and hotmail user is the pits and the quality of the google user is very high. My primary account is a Hotmail account. I also have a Yahoo account. Perhaps some users of these services are illiterate Neanderthals, but not all. I take offense. G If it is any consolation, my home page is an iGoogle page, customized to my liking. Should I have a G-mail account to vindicate myself? 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] Linux fans rejoice
i deal with email addresses all day every day and i can tell you that the quality of the yahoo and hotmail user is the pits and the quality of the google user is very high. My primary account is a Hotmail account. I also have a Yahoo account. Perhaps some users of these services are illiterate Neanderthals, but not all. I take offense. G If it is any consolation, my home page is an iGoogle page, customized to my liking. Should I have a G-mail account to vindicate myself? 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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
The blower motor stayed the same until the 123 body came out. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/9/08 4:03 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds I loved my '75 240D, but with me helping out [some] the mechanic managed to change it in only about 8 hours because they got my permission to drill around the center bolt. Since I can't do it myself, I'd stick with '76s and up[isn't that when it moved to an under-dash blower?]. Thus far my '62 200Sb was my first and favorite - especially since it 'died' and I didn't. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 2:25 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds The heater blower motors aren't impossible, but servicing one will test your religion, manhood and sanity. I replaced the blower motor in one of the 240D's I used to own. I sold the second 240D when its blower motor failed! Tom www.kegkits.com - Original Message - From: Dan Weeks [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: 2/9/08 11:38 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com CC: Subject: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds What is it about these cars that makes them everyone's favorite? I'd think the suspension and engine upgrades of the 123s would win out, but I've never owned either. Don't these have the impossible heater blower fans? Dan 83 300SD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.19.21/1267 - Release Date: 2/8/2008 8:12 PM ___ 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.516 / Virus Database: 269.19.21/1267 - Release Date: 2/8/2008 8:12 PM ___ 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] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds
Bill revealed: especially since it 'died' and I didn't. Sounds like there is a story there. 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
Re: [MBZ] 123 old vs new axle shafts
andrew strasfogel wrote: Speaking of123 parts, is anyone parting out a 1981 - 85 3000 TD (wagon only)? I need the fuel door vacuum servo. The turbo had its own vac actuator, different from the NA S123? ___ 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 sort of typical, no, of the nanny elite? off topic
Gary Hurst wrote: Rowan gained public notoriety on June 14http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/June_14, 1988 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1988, when he shot a teenage tresspasser, Neil Smith, who was taking a dip in Rowan's swimming pool in Washington, The gun grabbers want to take away your guns because they know THEY can't be trusted with them, and they assume everybody else is as warped as they are. The million mommie organizer who got herself and hunted down a guy is a prime example. 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
[MBZ] Somebody Needs This
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/407-DIESEL-Crew-Cab-German-Fire-Truck-like-Unimog-DoKa_W0QQitemZ200198783248QQihZ010QQcategoryZ31854QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem MB Minivan in the making? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Things That Happen While Fueling
Went to get fuel at Safeway since everywhere else fuel has reached Safeway's $3.45 price. While mashing in my PIN, I heard the unmistakable klatta klatta coming up behind me and it turns out to be a sweet '79 300SD. The angle of the sun doesn't allow me to see the driver but I hear the door close. Someone approaches and I hear in a heavy German accent, How are you young man? Long time no see It turns out to be an elderly woman from whom I almost bought a '68 300SEL from probably five or six years ago. At that time she had just lost her husband, a retired Pan Am pilot. She wanted to sell his 300SEL. Her price, as I recall, was high but I do remember seeing the 300SD under a car cover in the carport. She told me she had no intention of selling it, but I could look. She helped me remover the cover and I almost couldn't breath..it was perfect and had 41K miles on it. I will be driving this when I get my eyes fixed she told me. I told her when she's ready to sell, let me know and she said, Zweifellos and I was on my way. I cannot believe she remembered me today. Her 300SD is still perfect and it now has 52K miles on it. She said she sees me around town and she still has my number to call me when she's ready to sell. Crazy. 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
Re: [MBZ] Things That Happen While Fueling
What's her name and address and phone number? I think she is my long lost auntie and I need to have a reunion with her --R Robert Rentfro wrote: Went to get fuel at Safeway since everywhere else fuel has reached Safeway's $3.45 price. While mashing in my PIN, I heard the unmistakable klatta klatta coming up behind me and it turns out to be a sweet '79 300SD. The angle of the sun doesn't allow me to see the driver but I hear the door close. Someone approaches and I hear in a heavy German accent, How are you young man? Long time no see It turns out to be an elderly woman from whom I almost bought a '68 300SEL from probably five or six years ago. At that time she had just lost her husband, a retired Pan Am pilot. She wanted to sell his 300SEL. Her price, as I recall, was high but I do remember seeing the 300SD under a car cover in the carport. She told me she had no intention of selling it, but I could look. She helped me remover the cover and I almost couldn't breath..it was perfect and had 41K miles on it. I will be driving this when I get my eyes fixed she told me. I told her when she's ready to sell, let me know and she said, Zweifellos and I was on my way. I cannot believe she remembered me today. Her 300SD is still perfect and it now has 52K miles on it. She said she sees me around town and she still has my number to call me when she's ready to sell. Crazy. 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] Sleeper 300CD
Cars like this, regardless of how much you put into them never bring anywhere near the invested money when sold. Ed 300E On 09/02/2008, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: my guess is that it is not all you think why does someone go to this expense and trouble only to dump it on the cheap on ebay if the project wasn't a failure? On Feb 9, 2008 1:25 PM, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Rocket ship might be an understatement... Luther On Sat, 09 Feb 2008 07:02:06 -0600, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I can't believe this. It's not too far from me, either - it would almost be worth the trip to check out. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982-MERCEDES-BENZ-300CD-5-6-ONE-A-KIND_W0QQitemZ270208514426QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item270208514426 Dan -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ 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
[MBZ] OK which of you lives in Maryland?
*I think that Strasfogel character lives near there, and maybe a couple others. You better fess up, or let us in on the haul. * *Stolen Tankers Found, Diesel Fuel Drained; Suspect Still Sought* http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,330195,00.html --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
Re: [MBZ] Somebody Needs This
A 2.4L diesel pulling around MGW of 4000kg -- a real speedster! Although it does have some cool cabinets in it to store your tools. -R Rick Knoble wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/407-DIESEL-Crew-Cab-German-Fire-Truck-like-Unimog-DoKa_W0QQitemZ200198783248QQihZ010QQcategoryZ31854QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem MB Minivan in the making? 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] Carry-ons
No Nano Tatas for me , Mega Tatas are the only way to go! --R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm in Thrissur, Kerala [India] Well, I hope whoever is there is arranging to bring back a nice big load of Lister[oid] diesel engines! :-) Or a few Tata Nanos. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Somebody Needs This
Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: A 2.4L diesel pulling around MGW of 4000kg -- a real speedster! Although it does have some cool cabinets in it to store your tools. Yeah I was going to make the same comment -- I was initially thinking it would be cool to outfit it as an RV, Westfalia style, until I saw what the engine was. I think a lot of these mercedes trucks and vans were really made for urban use and probably would be lucky to achieve 50MPH on the highway. And what does it mean eligible for import ?? Would you not need to federalize it? Or are trucks exempt? Or is it exempt due to age? Also isn't there a fairly hefty duty on foreign trucks? Or is that just for new vehicles? 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] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] now that + 87 300TD
I'm sure you can find an odo somewhere with about that mileage to fit whatever you buy That 87 300TD I mentioned a week or so ago was just taken home by the owner with no repairs. He still doesn't know what he wants to do with it but will call my nephew if he decides to sell it. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 299k miles -Original Message- From: Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/8/08 11:44 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot] I'm pretty sure MBOZ has stopped handing out badges but I can't be bothered displaying that I drive an old car with lots of miles under the wheels and the odo in my 123 has stopped working but I guess it is closing in on 250K. Looking at buying a 300TE with 350K on the clock but I rather have one with 150K. Hendrik Chuck Landenberger wrote: Hi all, For Hi Mileage Badges from MBUSA, there is no verification needed. One need only call Montvale (1-800-FOR-MERCEDES (1-800-367-6372)) and ask about the program. You will be mailed the application, complete it and return it. Not sure about MB Canada. Chuck w/a 250,000 km badge on my 500E. ___ 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: Welding
I'm taking a class in May at The Steel Yard in Providence. Gonna learn all the basics. My welding has gotten alot better recently but I'm sure with a little instruction it'll get better still. -Curt Date: Sat, 9 Feb 2008 11:43:07 -0600 From: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Welding [was Re: wandering subscriber -- different time zone now] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Number 1 is how my Dad taught me acetylene welding - he bought home 20 or 30 pounds of various sizes and gauges of scrap iron, and told me to weld them all together -- Number 2 might be the better approach though. Having slept on it, I have two suggestions: 1. Get the equipment and a book on welding and do what I did: Read the book, get some scrap metal (old microwave ovens?), and have at it. The main requirement for good welding is, as they say, time on the rod. Since you're wanting to do automotive sheet metal, you'd probably do best with a MIG. 2. Go to a welding class at a nearby community college. There you will learn proper technique and proper equipment. That knowledge will help you select your own equipment and you will have a local expert to ask questions. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. ___ 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] input solicited
That's cool! Familiarity and good feelings. Brian On Feb 8, 2008 1:54 PM, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.buymbparts.com/content.wws?fname=staff.html ___ 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] 123 old vs new axle shafts
Huh? I'm referring to the vacuum element that opens and locks the fuel door in a 123 wagon. On Feb 9, 2008 5:38 PM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: andrew strasfogel wrote: Speaking of123 parts, is anyone parting out a 1981 - 85 3000 TD (wagon only)? I need the fuel door vacuum servo. The turbo had its own vac actuator, different from the NA S123? ___ 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] Sleeper 300CD
Pure sacrilege to un-diesel a 300CD. On Feb 9, 2008 7:05 PM, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Cars like this, regardless of how much you put into them never bring anywhere near the invested money when sold. Ed 300E On 09/02/2008, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: my guess is that it is not all you think why does someone go to this expense and trouble only to dump it on the cheap on ebay if the project wasn't a failure? On Feb 9, 2008 1:25 PM, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Rocket ship might be an understatement... Luther On Sat, 09 Feb 2008 07:02:06 -0600, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I can't believe this. It's not too far from me, either - it would almost be worth the trip to check out. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982-MERCEDES-BENZ-300CD-5-6-ONE-A-KIND_W0QQitemZ270208514426QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item270208514426 Dan -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ 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] OK which of you lives in Maryland?
That's in Ball'mer, a world apart from the D.C. Beltway. There are REAL folks who live up there. On Feb 9, 2008 7:40 PM, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: *I think that Strasfogel character lives near there, and maybe a couple others. You better fess up, or let us in on the haul. * *Stolen Tankers Found, Diesel Fuel Drained; Suspect Still Sought* http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,330195,00.html --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] Otter/Beaver
Ah, well actually I live just 3 miles from Viking air here on Vancouver island who now own the rights to the original de Havilland designs. They have suggested they are looking into building new DHC-3 Otter and possibly the DHC-2 Beaver following strong market demand for both aircraft. From my dinning room we sometimes get 100 ft viewpoints of float plane (illegal flight paths) and you can certainly tell the turbo based ones from the original radial engines (did I mention they are loud?). Somewhere in my wife's address book is the cell number of the chief pilot of Kenmore Air used when his staff blow over our house at 75 feet. On Feb 8, 2008, at 9:14 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Love the Ferrari and the Otter behind the Speedster That's a you-should-excuse-the-expression DHC Beaver. Kenmore Air Harbor (largest seaplane base in the continental US) turns out brand new ones using ex-military fuselages from the '40s. Near a million bucks now, I hear. They also have a fleet of turbine Otters that fly in scheduled service from Kenmore and downtown Seattle to the San Juans and up into Canada daily. RLE John 1983 300TDt 386k Kilometers (mobil 1 Delvac) 1990's 300TDt 215k Kilometers (mobil 1 Delvac) 1993 500SEL 205k 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
Re: [MBZ] Opting out, are we?
save social security! take away our guns! kill some more a-rabs! So when it comes time for you to retire, you will refuse SS checks, then? And if something awful happens to you or yours, you will say no thanks to SSI or whatever you could take advantage of? I doubt it. RLE ** Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys/pictures/never-won-a-grammy?NCID=aolcmp00300025 48) ___ 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] Sleeper 300CD
Pure sacrilege to un-diesel a 300CD. I AGREE 10% I wouldn't have done it, but at least they used a Mercedes engine. 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
Re: [MBZ] Opting out, are we?
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: save social security! take away our guns! kill some more a-rabs! So when it comes time for you to retire, you will refuse SS checks, then? I think he was complaining that we have to pay 15% of our incomes for SS, while those who make the laws get something better that they don't have to pay anything for. ___ 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] 123 old vs new axle shafts
andrew strasfogel wrote: Huh? I'm referring to the vacuum element that opens and locks the fuel door in a 123 wagon. And you specified model years 81-85, making me wonder why one from a 1979 wagon wouldm't work. ___ 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] Opting out, are we?
if social security is good, why do those who create it for us say it is no good for them? imagine there was a sandwich shop where neither the owner or employees would ever eat, instead opting to go to the shop up the street. wouldn't you wonder? On 2/10/08, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: save social security! take away our guns! kill some more a-rabs! So when it comes time for you to retire, you will refuse SS checks, then? I think he was complaining that we have to pay 15% of our incomes for SS, while those who make the laws get something better that they don't have to pay anything for. ___ 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] Opting out, are we?
someone owes you a million bucks. they say here's 50,000. be grateful as it could have been nothing so you take the money. but no one of remotrely normal intelligence would be happy about the outcome. this money has been stolen from you at the point of a gun and you only get back a small percentage of what you deserve. it is beyond criminal. On 2/10/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: save social security! take away our guns! kill some more a-rabs! So when it comes time for you to retire, you will refuse SS checks, then? And if something awful happens to you or yours, you will say no thanks to SSI or whatever you could take advantage of? I doubt it. RLE ** Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys/pictures/never-won-a-grammy?NCID=aolcmp00300025 48) ___ 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] Sleeper 300CD
Well, I guess to maintain balance in the force you'll need to Dieselise a 560SEL :-) it's only fair. Hendrik down to two Diesels Kevin Kraly wrote: Pure sacrilege to un-diesel a 300CD. I AGREE 10% I wouldn't have done it, but at least they used a Mercedes engine. 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
Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges, also Lapel badges
On the app form it has to be signed by a MB dealer, you can grab a PDF off the classic website. Hendrik who is not a US resident so no badge for me, which is no biggie, if I want one they hang around fleabay but I have a 100years of MB badge on my 85 190E but the anniversary was in 86 =-O Anyway I gotta go and crank the barby, me daughter is hungry and asking me every 5 minutes what's for dinner? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ask about the form for getting a lapel stickpin for your total mileage driven in all your Mercedes cars.? I got one somewhere-- Jim in Phoenix For Hi Mileage Badges from MBUSA, there is no verification needed. One need only call Montvale (1-800-FOR-MERCEDES (1-800-367-6372)) and ask about the program. You will be mailed the application, complete it and return it. ___ 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] Sleeper 300CD
It's like having the torque of a diesel, that doesn't end at 50 mph. :-) I'd rather stick a 6.3 in an old 280SE coupe. Wonder just how much cutting and fabricating something like that would take. Just what changes did they make to the old 300 SEL to get that 6.3 to fit? Ed 300E Kevin Kraly wrote: Pure sacrilege to un-diesel a 300CD. I AGREE 10% I wouldn't have done it, but at least they used a Mercedes engine. 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
Re: [MBZ] Sleeper 300CD
Just how tall are you?? Must be a long reach to the pedals from the back seat. Ed 300E who has to pull the seat up a bit to reach the steering wheel, even when I'm sitting in the front seat. On 10/02/2008, Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: you'll need to Dieselize a 560SEL :-) it's only fair. Sounds good to me. If I had a 617.951 (not the one in my car) or a 603.961 along with a SEL with a blowed-up engine, it would be a possibility. I would love the extra room in the back seat along with some headrests. I sat back there in my 'SD for nearly 3 hours round trip today. 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
Re: [MBZ] 1960 Mercedes Fintail
Ed most parts for 110 -111 are interchangeable and that includes the engine/mechanical components too. Only exceptions are the 111 coupes. mak - Original Message - From: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 11:55 PM Subject: [MBZ] 1960 Mercedes Fintail Question, Is the W110 and W111 interchangeable as far as body parts are concerned? Ed --- 1960 mercedes fintail - $350 -- Reply to: [EMAIL PROTECTED][EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2008-02-08, 4:57PM EST I have a 1960 Mercedes fintail, 6 cyl. Engine runs, car needs body work ect.. rocker on drivers side, drivers floorboard needs repaired. Car would be good for parts or to restore. - This item has been posted by-owner. - Location: Russiaville,kokomo - it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests -- I'm a Night Elf Mohawk! - Mr. T. ___ 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] Sleeper 300CD
you'll need to Dieselize a 560SEL :-) it's only fair. Sounds good to me. If I had a 617.951 (not the one in my car) or a 603.961 along with a SEL with a blowed-up engine, it would be a possibility. I would love the extra room in the back seat along with some headrests. I sat back there in my 'SD for nearly 3 hours round trip today. 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
