Re: [MBZ] OT: sandblasting

2008-07-29 Thread Jim Cathey
Tried scraping, wire brushing, naval jelly, and methylene chloride paint stripper. Nothing worked very well IMO. I've always had very good luck with a power wire brush. You can use that to blast off the paint and the big chunks, then hit the tank with the battery charger in a wading pool. --

Re: [MBZ] OT: sandblasting, and Sears is the new Harbor Freight

2008-07-29 Thread Mitch Haley
Tom Hargrave wrote: Sears has sold products that were made overseas for a lot longer than you realize. The hand tools, or at least most of the hand tools, are still made in USA, but the set I bought last year are not made to the same standard as the ones my dad bought in the 50's and 60's.

[MBZ] Dicker with a Junkyard?

2008-07-29 Thread Curt Raymond
So I got an online quote yesterday on a replacement hood for my 240D. Its $125 delivered. I'm thinking to counter with $90 and I'll pick it up. The place is just 2 towns over, no big deal to head over there. Anybody ever dicker on this sort of thing before? I want to keep the car as low buck as

Re: [MBZ] OT: sandblasting, and Sears is the new Harbor Freight

2008-07-29 Thread Loren Faeth
Some of the HF tools are better quality than the Snears ones were 30 years ago For example: I have Pittsburgh combination wrenches that are better made and have thinner box walls than my Crapsman metric wrenches I bought in 1972. I always theorized that snears specified them with thick box

Re: [MBZ] OT: sandblasting, and Sears is the new Harbor Freight

2008-07-29 Thread Tony Wirtel
Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: sandblasting, and Sears is the new Harbor Freight To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed Tom Hargrave wrote: Sears has sold products that were made overseas

Re: [MBZ] Car fax anyone

2008-07-29 Thread Donald Snook
Thanks, Alex. Donald H. Snook McDonald, Tinker, Skaer, Quinn Herrington, P.A. 300 West Douglas P.O. Box 207 Wichita, Kansas 67201 0207 Tel. (316) 263-5851 This confidential message may be subject to the attorney-client privilege or protected by the attorney work-product doctrine. If you have

Re: [MBZ] Its a two car race for my next car

2008-07-29 Thread Donald Snook
Rich wrote: You will also need to invest in a pair of brown sandals, black knee socks, some plaid shorts, a funny hat, and those huge shades that fit over your glasses. I will call my father and see if I can borrow any of his stuff. He turns 61 next week and he retired 18 months ago. I don't

Re: [MBZ] Its a two car race for my next car

2008-07-29 Thread Donald Snook
Randy wrote: Look for rust. Don't know if it will affect you as much since you are a lot further south but look anyway. A friend had a really nice 2001 Park Avenue with the supercharger. He really liked it. However, the bottoms of the doors started to rust. He had it repaired by the dealer and

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ford Expedition ABS

2008-07-29 Thread Donald Snook
Mitch wrote: A likely explanation. Take it to a parts store that does free computer scans, like Autozone and find out what the computer thinks. It'll probably say something like right front wheel speed sensor. OK, that sounds like a plan. I did not know that they would scan it for you. I can

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ford Expedition ABS

2008-07-29 Thread Donald Snook
Jim F. wrote: You can start by checking the brake fluid level in the master cylinder. On some makes, A low brake fluid level will turn off the ABS and give you a light. If the reservoir has two chambers, check to make sure the fluid level is good in both chambers. Brake fluid levels drop

Re: [MBZ] Dicker with a Junkyard?

2008-07-29 Thread Rich Thomas
The price is what a willing seller and a willing buyer are willing to agree on. So, yes, everything is negotiable -- I do it everywhere, and for about 20 seconds of polite effort you can often save a lot of money -- a very high payback in terms of $/hr. It makes my wife crazy wen I do that.

[MBZ] McDonald's will power police cars

2008-07-29 Thread Donald Snook
http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=080729100013.adncmy7oshow_article=1 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

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ford Expedition ABS

2008-07-29 Thread John Robbins
Donald Snook wrote: OK, that sounds like a plan. I did not know that they would scan it for you. I can only guess how much the local Ford dealer would charge me to hook up the scan tool to tell me one of the sensors is bad. $60-75 seems to be the rate I hear the most John

[MBZ] Im back from New Mexico

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Back from delivering E420 to New Mexico. Had a nice time with Craig and Shirley. He showed us around a bit and took us on a tour of the lab there, which was interesting. On the way up we ate at this mexican restaurant. All I can say is mexican here is nothing like the real thing there.

Re: [MBZ] more New Mexico

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
yea, after we left Craig we stopped by there. It was way cool. andrew strasfogel wrote: Go to Bandelier National monument if you do visit Los Alamos. It's way cool... On Sat, Jul 26, 2008 at 12:46 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: That might be interesting. Craig McCluskey

[MBZ] On the way back from NM....

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I had an empty trailer, but suddenly in the OKC area this 91 300E follows me home. I have not looked at it good but it runs, the interior needs major help, the sunroof is stuck open but its been covered, going to work on getting that closed today. The guy who had it got it gave to him by his

Re: [MBZ] cheap 300D 2.5

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
So in other words in needs an evaporator. I have seen several cheap 2.5's up that way. Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: http://providence.craigslist.org/car/771387564.html Well maybe not so cheap with AC, etc No affiliation, etc. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4

Re: [MBZ] PHX CL 95 S350D

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
yea, its a rod bender. I get about 20-24 with mine. Robert Rentfro wrote: Is this a rodbender? What would this get for mpg? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/car/764133017.html Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official

Re: [MBZ] Did somebody want a 450SLC?

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
its been deleted, what did it say? Donald Snook wrote: http://springfield.craigslist.org/car/771284989.html Not mine, no affiliation. Donald H. Snook http://www.mtsqh.com/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] a/c work

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
yes, you need guages if you are going to do any kind of AC work, its the basic thing you need. Luther wrote: I will be replacing my SDL's a/c compressor soon. I already have a high volume vacuum pump capable of 30. What else do I need? Do I absolutely need a set of pressure gauges? I

Re: [MBZ] Midnight on the dash 24/7

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Its the reostat in the cluster, turn it back and forth many times and they will probably come on. andrew strasfogel wrote: I drove my new 1983 300TD at night for the first time. The dash lights are ALL pitch black - gauges, ACC, buttons, fascia switches - you name it. Only the radio lights

Re: [MBZ] OT:Obooma. again

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
yea, I and just because somebody can give a good speech does not make him a good leader either Hendrik Fay wrote: Apparently Hitler had a photographic memory for peoples names. Just cause someone can remember your name does not make him a good leader, I reckon being a good judge of

Re: [MBZ] I cooked today

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
It didnt turn out as bad as I though it would, in fact, its really just a tan now. Craig McCluskey wrote: On Mon, 28 Jul 2008 08:15:19 -0500 Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At 08:40 PM 7/25/2008, you wrote: I forgot about sun screen. Need I say more? BBQ'd Okie! A new meaning for

Re: [MBZ] PHX CL 300E Needs head gasket

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Its not uncommon on those, the head does not crack or anything unless it was really overheated or something. Mainly just leaks oil Robert Rentfro wrote: You reckon there is more to this then reads here? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/car/772316067.html Is changing the head

Re: [MBZ] AZ CL Camry Diesel

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
flagged for removal Robert Rentfro wrote: Well lookie here. http://tucson.craigslist.org/car/771788295.html Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Yet Another Carfax Request

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I have not seen the carfax on that car, but yes, it has a great service history and craig got a HECK of a deal on that car. Alex Chamberlain wrote: On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 6:34 AM, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Alex, How about WDBEA34E2RC126008? Thanks, Craig Wow, is

[MBZ] 107 Fuel Sender...

2008-07-29 Thread M. Mitchell Marmel
1) Where is it located? 2) How much would a replacement run? -MMM- ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] A different look at Creation.....

2008-07-29 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Early Phriday Phunnies... Enjoy Chuck -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Creation1.pps Type: application/vnd.ms-powerpoint Size: 370688 bytes Desc: not available Url :

[MBZ] 1985 300 CDT

2008-07-29 Thread Philip Knickerbocker
   Hi everyone, I have a 1985 300 CDT, it was in an accident I fixed the damage, but there were a lot of vacuum lines disconnected and I don't know where they all go. Does anyone have a schematic of these vacuum lines and where they connect too? I am having a few problems and I think they may

[MBZ] 85 300-CDT

2008-07-29 Thread Philip Knickerbocker
here is a couple of pics of my 300-CDT I got this car for free from my brother after he hit a deer with it and it sat in his garage for ten years. it still needs a few things, but it runs beautiful. -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name:

Re: [MBZ] 86 190e power window circuit

2008-07-29 Thread Rob
I've started going through the troubleshooting as advised in the earlier posts. Fuse is good, switches swapped over and work in opposite circuit. Started removing dash to get to power window relay. I have the lower panel down and bolster. Have the cluster pushed out a bit, but cannot get it out

[MBZ] 190E window circuit. Diving in tomorrow

2008-07-29 Thread Rob
Got sidelined today dropping a 40' tree in the backyard (pic attached, can you find the Benz?). I did depress the power window switches (driver/rear pass) while the key was in the first position. The dash lights dimmed which I will take as an indication they are drawing power.   The door lock

[MBZ] PHX CL 95 S350D

2008-07-29 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
My 1990 350SDL now has 285K on it...(Purchased used in 1997 with 85K). Head Gasket replaced at about 110K; uses 2-3 quarts between 3K oil changes with Delvac 1300, but otherwise, a fine, fine automobile.. Was there any mention of the engine being rebuilt/replaced by MB? My friend's 1991

Re: [MBZ] Dicker with a Junkyard?

2008-07-29 Thread Dwight E. Giles, Jr
Curt, I never bought anything at a junkyard without trying to dicker. If you want to pay 90, offer them 80 and yes pick it up. Can't be a high demand item-they would be glad to unload it, I would think. My 0.02 Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K

Re: [MBZ] Dicker with a Junkyard?

2008-07-29 Thread Dwight E. Giles, Jr
PS: _does it have hood pad? If not, use that a bargaining chip. Star Motors and Shellfish Co. Shucking but no Jiving Dwight Giles, Jr Bissell Cove Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Tuesday, July 29,

[MBZ] Pics from 24hrs of LeMons CMP 08

2008-07-29 Thread Rolf
http://perfecthorsesass.com/24hours/lemons_car_prep/album/RACE%20DAY!%20CMP%202008/index.html The picture of the axle in the middle of the road is *priceless*. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For

Re: [MBZ] 86 190e power window circuit

2008-07-29 Thread Jim Cathey
Have the cluster pushed out a bit, but cannot get it out far enough to access the relay. You unscrewed the speedometer cable, right? -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] 107 Fuel Sender...

2008-07-29 Thread Jim Cathey
1) Where is it located? On top of the fuel tank! :-) Roadster or coupe? On the R107 I think you get at it by removing a cap that's inside the soft top storage bin. Takes a big socket, or a pair of channel pliers. Or basin wrench, etc. No idea about the C107. 2) How much would a

[MBZ] engine noise

2008-07-29 Thread R A Bennell
I know this is a real shot in the dark since I have not heard it and therefore cannot describe the noise, BUT there is an SD advertised locally. The fellow says in the ad that it was his daily driver until it developed an engine noise that he has not diagnosed. Any ideas on whether this could be

[MBZ] Wow, 210s are getting cheap

2008-07-29 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Lately I've seen a lot of tempting '94-'95 E320s for $4-5K, but this is the first 210 in that range: http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/771068751.html Who here knows anything about the 210 chassis? I know the first ones have a bad rep for build quality, but had they worked the bugs out by

Re: [MBZ] Wow, 210s are getting cheap

2008-07-29 Thread Gary Hurst
i'm sticking to 124s and then rethinking it when the 211s get cheap On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 12:49 PM, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: Lately I've seen a lot of tempting '94-'95 E320s for $4-5K, but this is the first 210 in that range:

Re: [MBZ] engine noise

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
My first guess would be he ran it a little low on oil and it nicked the #1 bearing, causing a knock. No cure except a rebuild. I have several cars here right now with this exact problem. R A Bennell wrote: I know this is a real shot in the dark since I have not heard it and therefore cannot

Re: [MBZ] Wow, 210s are getting cheap

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
wow that is cheap Alex Chamberlain wrote: Lately I've seen a lot of tempting '94-'95 E320s for $4-5K, but this is the first 210 in that range: http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/771068751.html Who here knows anything about the 210 chassis? I know the first ones have a bad rep for

Re: [MBZ] OT:Obooma. again; the coming of (you fill in the blank)

2008-07-29 Thread Robert Bigham
Here is the real story, for anyone who hasn't seen it. Subject: Report on Obama's trip by NBC (with apologies to NIV) From The Times July 25, 2008 He ventured forth to bring light to the world The anointed one's pilgrimage to the Holy Land is a miracle in action - and a blessing to all

[MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
This 124 I just picked up has a broken sunroof. Motor runs but cable is broke I guess. It will move back fine, but when moving forward, you can hear the cable loose in there. If you move it forward a little bit at a time with the switch and manually move the roof I can get it to within

[MBZ] Where is the 190D AC Compressor cutout control unit?

2008-07-29 Thread Tyler Backman
I'm trying to figure out why the AC won't turn on in my 1987 190D Turbo. Does anyone know the physical location of the compressor cutout control unit? I'm pretty sure the problem is related to that, but the photo showing the location in the factory repair manual was taken so close to the

Re: [MBZ] a/c work

2008-07-29 Thread Peter Frederick
Wrenches to open the fittings to replace the o-rings, and if the old compressor generated any slop (gray death -- residue that looks like aluminum paint in the high pressure lines) you will need to pull the hose set and have a filter installed in the suction line to protect the new one,

Re: [MBZ] engine noise

2008-07-29 Thread andrew strasfogel
Randy, you don't want this car! On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 1:25 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: My first guess would be he ran it a little low on oil and it nicked the #1 bearing, causing a knock. No cure except a rebuild. I have several cars here right now with this exact

Re: [MBZ] Wow, 210s are getting cheap

2008-07-29 Thread andrew strasfogel
Not cheap if the transmission is going. The 4 matics from that vintage (1999 - 2001) are real money pits.. On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 1:26 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: wow that is cheap Alex Chamberlain wrote: Lately I've seen a lot of tempting '94-'95 E320s for $4-5K, but

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread andrew strasfogel
Is there a manual S/R tool to close the roof like in the older models? On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 2:00 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: This 124 I just picked up has a broken sunroof. Motor runs but cable is broke I guess. It will move back fine, but when moving forward, you can

Re: [MBZ] Midnight on the dash 24/7

2008-07-29 Thread andrew strasfogel
After the fitrst hundred attempts is there any point in trying this further? On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 10:57 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: Its the reostat in the cluster, turn it back and forth many times and they will probably come on. andrew strasfogel wrote: I drove my new

[MBZ] White Knight Two rollout

2008-07-29 Thread RELNGSON
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Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Curt Raymond
Sounds like what my 240D is doing, theres a clip that holds the cable housing to the motor bracket. On mine its missing. The motor will retract the sunroof fine but on closing it spools the cable out into the trunk. The clip on mine dropped into the space under the cable housing where I can't

Re: [MBZ] engine noise

2008-07-29 Thread R A Bennell
No, probably not. If you weren't so far away, I'd be thinking harder about your wagon. Not sure how it would work bringing it into the country since it would not pass safety tests until repaired. Not sure how long one has to arrange for that sort of thing. Randy -Original Message-

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread R A Bennell
Would that work if the cable is not attached? Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 2:18 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke Is there a

Re: [MBZ] Midnight on the dash 24/7

2008-07-29 Thread R A Bennell
I doubt it. On my car, the lights work if I get it to just the right spot. No contact left or right of the spot but so long as it is not moved it works. My ultimate plan is to just jumper it since it is not very bright and I doubt I would ever need to turn it down from the high setting. Also

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Peter Frederick
I would suggest opening the roof, removing the chrome rails, unclipping the headliner, and then pulling the headliner out through the opening. This will let you see the operating bits including the lift angles and translation bridge where the cable is attached. You may just have a loose

Re: [MBZ] Dicker with a Junkyard?

2008-07-29 Thread Curt Raymond
Since the concensus was to dicker I sent a counter offer of $80 and I'll pick up. We'll see what they say... -Curt --- On Tue, 7/29/08, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [MBZ] Dicker with a Junkyard? To: [EMAIL PROTECTED],

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Mitch Marmel
--- Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: get it any further as of yet. Anybody got any ideas how to get it closed? I want to get this done ASAP before it rains or something. Try pushing it manually while pushing the button? -MMM- ___

Re: [MBZ] 86 190e power window circuit- found the problem

2008-07-29 Thread Rob
The driver door window motor receives power, but does not budge. I have removed it and ordered a complete regulator/motor assy. for $39 on ebay. I'll get back in a week or so with results. Thanks everbody! -Rob   --- On Tue, 7/29/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From:

Re: [MBZ] Midnight on the dash 24/7

2008-07-29 Thread Wonko the Sane
Think of it as wrist exercise. On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 3:18 PM, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: After the fitrst hundred attempts is there any point in trying this further? -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ apt-get update apt-get upgrade The following packages will be

Re: [MBZ] 86 190e power window circuit- found the problem

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
There is also a link at the bottom of each email for new and used parts Rob wrote: The driver door window motor receives power, but does not budge. I have removed it and ordered a complete regulator/motor assy. for $39 on ebay. I'll get back in a week or so with results. Thanks everbody!

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Yea, thats what my email said I have been doing. It reaches a certain point and I cant really get enough grip or leverage to close it futher. Fixing to head out in the 100 degree heat and mess with it some more. On the other had, I just got done taking a trip in the other cheap 124, the

Re: [MBZ] Where is the 190D AC Compressor cutout control unit?

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Its behind the battery, probably a cover there. Says KLIMA Tyler Backman wrote: I'm trying to figure out why the AC won't turn on in my 1987 190D Turbo. Does anyone know the physical location of the compressor cutout control unit? I'm pretty sure the problem is related to that, but the

Re: [MBZ] Wow, 210s are getting cheap

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Thats the first time I have heard that. I have always heard the 124 4 matics were that way andrew strasfogel wrote: Not cheap if the transmission is going. The 4 matics from that vintage (1999 - 2001) are real money pits.. On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 1:26 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I have cranked on the manual closer in the trunk. The problem is not with the motor, its the cable thats broken. andrew strasfogel wrote: Is there a manual S/R tool to close the roof like in the older models? On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 2:00 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: This

Re: [MBZ] Midnight on the dash 24/7

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
No, probably not andrew strasfogel wrote: After the fitrst hundred attempts is there any point in trying this further? On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 10:57 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: Its the reostat in the cluster, turn it back and forth many times and they will probably come

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
It sounds to me like something is broken up in the roof, I dont see anything loose in the trunk Curt Raymond wrote: Sounds like what my 240D is doing, theres a clip that holds the cable housing to the motor bracket. On mine its missing. The motor will retract the sunroof fine but on closing

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
no R A Bennell wrote: Would that work if the cable is not attached? Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 2:18 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I assume you are talking about only the headliner on the sunroof, not the rest of it. I will give that a try. So if you slide it all the way back, you can then unscrew the chrome front piece? and remove it from the top? Peter Frederick wrote: I would suggest opening the roof, removing the

Re: [MBZ] Dicker with a Junkyard?

2008-07-29 Thread Rich Thomas
$80!!! You need to go down to at max $60 and work to $80 or $90. --R Curt Raymond wrote: Since the concensus was to dicker I sent a counter offer of $80 and I'll pick up. We'll see what they say... -Curt --- On Tue, 7/29/08, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Dwight E.

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Loren Faeth
Correct When I bought my 300D (124) the PO had the sunroof fixed. I opened it on the drive home and when i went to close it, I had the same symptoms you describe. The cable was bad, and looped in the space between the roof and the headliner. Run it back. Take off the chrome rails, remove

[MBZ] OT: Kool Korner Groceries is *CLOSED*

2008-07-29 Thread Rolf
For those of you in Atlanta who might have happened upon this little gem in the rough, Kool Korners home of the best Cubanos in Atlanta for decades has closed its doors. I cried a little when I heard about it :(. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] White Knight Two rollout

2008-07-29 Thread Rich Thomas
Back many moons ago when I was in college Burt Rutan came to visit us at the aero/astro school, and talked about his radical new designs. This was kinda before he had gone really public with the Vari-Eze (I think that is what it was called then) and composite aircraft, and was still in the

Re: [MBZ] Dicker with a Junkyard?

2008-07-29 Thread R A Bennell
Well, the real questions are do they have lots of them for that money and how bad do you need or want it? You have to be a bit of a gambler in order to get a real good deal but sometimes, you get bit. Someone else comes along and pays the price and you don't get the item. Randy -Original

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kool Korner Groceries is *CLOSED*

2008-07-29 Thread R A Bennell
OK, I'll bite. What is a cubano? Randy who is way too far north to know what you are talking about -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rolf Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] OT: Kool Korner

[MBZ] Wow, 210s are getting cheap

2008-07-29 Thread Donald Snook
Alex wrote: Lately I've seen a lot of tempting '94-'95 E320s for $4-5K, but this is the first 210 in that range: http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/771068751.html I know this is just an issue of cosmetics and that some do not agree that the way people take of their cars cosmetically is an

Re: [MBZ] Dicker with a Junkyard?

2008-07-29 Thread Rich Thomas
You gotta go there with cash in hand, ready to buy now at a negotiated price lower than what they quote you. Green still talks. I got my used parts in Houston at a place run by a Syrian by way of Mexico (another recycling facility owner had different more colorful names for him, and the Arab

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Peter Frederick
If you decide to take out the rails, remove only the cross head screws. The slotted screws at the front set the height of the panel when closed, they don't hold the rails in. Very likely the cable is broken or loose (I have that problem in the current 300D, thankfully it stays closed

Re: [MBZ] White Knight Two rollout

2008-07-29 Thread Loren Faeth
Amen I have been following him from a distance for years. Did get to see his brother, Dick and Yeager (and their plane, complete with damaged wingtip) after they completed the nonstop round the world flight. That was at Oshkosh in 1988. (Pappy Boyington was there too, shortly before he

Re: [MBZ] Wow, 210s are getting cheap

2008-07-29 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 3:38 PM, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Alex wrote: Lately I've seen a lot of tempting '94-'95 E320s for $4-5K, but this is the first 210 in that range: http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/771068751.html I know this is just an issue of cosmetics and that

[MBZ] The eBay Okie SL

2008-07-29 Thread Redghost
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/775197300.html Danged woman! I could have made a mint out here with that car! Now I will have to wait for another incredible opportunity. -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a

Re: [MBZ] OT: sandblasting

2008-07-29 Thread Allan Streib
Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: hit the tank with the battery charger in a wading pool. And what will that do? Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Wow, 210s are getting cheap

2008-07-29 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 1:16 PM, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Not cheap if the transmission is going. The 4 matics from that vintage (1999 - 2001) are real money pits.. Details? I haven't heard anything about that either. Alex ___

[MBZ] CL retard

2008-07-29 Thread Redghost
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/774900095.html Best to actually review and revise your ad when you post. -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz ___

[MBZ] Bring the trailer Kaleb

2008-07-29 Thread Redghost
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/773335006.html dude lost the key and will part with the car for $800. Offer him $500 -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz ___

Re: [MBZ] CL retard

2008-07-29 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Tue, Jul 29, 2008 at 4:09 PM, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/774900095.html Best to actually review and revise your ad when you post. Cruise with class and your top off? You never know, some guys might pay $95,000 for it if it came with the right

[MBZ] BOOHER BUY THIS

2008-07-29 Thread Redghost
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/771451451.html get a trailer and have a winter project -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] Bring the trailer Kaleb

2008-07-29 Thread Wilton Strickland
Maybe I need to start makin' keys! (On second thought, I'd rather jjust use the VIN, order a key and write SMALL check.) Wilton - Original Message - From: Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 7:31 PM Subject: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] The eBay Okie SL and a Toosday Phunny!

2008-07-29 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Clay, Reference Danged Woman. Maybe this would apply.. THE BOTTLE OF WINE For all of us who are married, were married, wish you were married, or wish you weren't married, this is something to smile about the next time you see a bottle of wine: Harry was driving home from one of

Re: [MBZ] CL retard

2008-07-29 Thread Redghost
I get the feeling that what would take the shotgun seat topless may scare small children and farmyard animals. Bound to be a granola earth mother sort with dangling mammaries, fuzzy legs and pits, mustache, and patchouli clay On 29 Jul 2008, at 16:40, Alex Chamberlain wrote: On Tue,

Re: [MBZ] The eBay Okie SL and a Toosday Phunny!

2008-07-29 Thread Redghost
Some days clay On 29 Jul 2008, at 16:54, Chuck Landenberger wrote: Clay, Reference Danged Woman. Maybe this would apply.. THE BOTTLE OF WINE For all of us who are married, were married, wish you were married, or wish you weren't married, this is something to smile

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Well I could not get the roof to go back far enough to get the chrome rails off. I assume you are talking about the ones on the side? I was able to get the headliner out on the sunroof part, then I could get a good enough grip on it to get it just about closed. Its covering the hole, but not

Re: [MBZ] Bring the trailer Kaleb

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Guess he does not know Rusty can get him one for $25 Redghost wrote: http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/773335006.html dude lost the key and will part with the car for $800. Offer him $500 -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Curt Raymond
I thought you said it would open fine. That'd indicate the cable isn't broken. Binding maybe but not broken. I've never been into a 124 but on a 123 you can take the headliner down and push on the bar to force the sunroof closed and up. I've been doing that with my 240D until I can get the

Re: [MBZ] Bring the trailer Kaleb

2008-07-29 Thread Wilton Strickland
'Zackly what I meant. Wilton - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 8:08 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Bring the trailer Kaleb Guess he does not know Rusty can get him one for $25

Re: [MBZ] how to get sunroof closed when its broke

2008-07-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
It opens about 2/3 of the way, and wont go back any futher. Maybe the cable is not broke but it just wont move on its own, as in stuck or something. Kind of sounded broken though. It does seem loose a little in the frame so to speak, as in you can move it from side to side a little. Have

Re: [MBZ] OT: sandblasting

2008-07-29 Thread Jim Cathey
hit the tank with the battery charger in a wading pool. And what will that do? Electrochemically remove all the rust. See: http://userweb.windwireless.net/~jimc/genset.html -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] The eBay Okie SL

2008-07-29 Thread Jim Cathey
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/775197300.html Danged woman! I could have made a mint out here with that car! Now I will have to wait for another incredible opportunity. Asking ain't getting! -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] 86 190e power window circuit- found the problem

2008-07-29 Thread Jim Cathey
The driver door window motor receives power, but does not budge. Be careful. Both terminals receive +12V at rest, the switches selectively ground one of them. You can be tricked, what you're looking for is a good ground when the switch is operated. -- Jim

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