Re: [MBZ] Hendrik and Co coming to the US of A in June - Offer of 240D for Wisconsin escapade

On Fri, 26 Feb 2010 21:25:57 -0600 OK Don wrote: > Just be sure to turn off the cell phones when not in use, so they can't > follow you. And remove the battery. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list a

Re: [MBZ] Hendrik and Co coming to the US of A in June - Offer of 240D for Wisconsin escapade

Just be sure to turn off the cell phones when not in use, so they can't follow you. On Fri, Feb 26, 2010 at 6:39 PM, Rich Thomas < richthomas79td...@constructivity.net> wrote: > I think Mao is on the terrorist watch list, so driving his car across state > lines might subject you to intensive surv

Re: [MBZ] Owner's Manuals?

On Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:30:32 -0500 Frederick W Moir wrote: > Try > http://www.tmcpubl.com > Not cheap, but they have good readable manuals printed one-off. His list on http://www.tmcpubl.com/mercedes.html does include Mercedes Service Manual Chassis & Body 124 1986- To get a cost, you have to g

Re: [MBZ] Nice 124 colors

Love those 300CE's beautiful cars - OilAnalysis Time? Looking for Weber Parts or Porsche Posters? www.youroil.net -- From: "Mitch Haley" Sent: Friday, February 26, 2010 2:29 PM To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Subject: [MBZ] Nice 124 colors Fo

Re: [MBZ] Hendrik and Co coming to the US of A in June - Offer of 240D for Wisconsin escapade

I think Mao is on the terrorist watch list, so driving his car across state lines might subject you to intensive surveillance, random cavity searches, and high-speed chases (oh wait, it's a 240). --R On 2/26/2010 6:56 PM, Hendrik & Fay wrote: Mountain Man Hendrik thanks you very much for the

Re: [MBZ] Hendrik and Co coming to the US of A in June - Maybe visiting Indianapolis

Thanks Dan LWB250 wrote: Too bad you can't book Southwest, but at least you found a flight for a similar fare. As for places to see in NYC, well, that list could be pretty darned long - give us some ideas of what interests you and more likely than not it's in NYC in some form. To give you a

Re: [MBZ] Hendrik and Co coming to the US of A in June - Offer of 240D for Wisconsin escapade

Mountain Man Hendrik thanks you very much for the offer of the 240D and apologies for not responding sooner - he is working long hours at present. He is happy to take your offer for the Wisconsin escapade and would rather put money in your pocket than some multi-national hire car company. We ar

Re: [MBZ] Hendrik and Co coming to the US of A in June - Maybe visiting Indianapolis

Too bad you can't book Southwest, but at least you found a flight for a similar fare. As for places to see in NYC, well, that list could be pretty darned long - give us some ideas of what interests you and more likely than not it's in NYC in some form. To give you an idea of scale, the drive f

Re: [MBZ] Hendrik and Co coming to the US of A in June - Maybe visiting Indianapolis

Dan, Thanks for the info on Southwest airlines & I agree with you as I have been watching a reality tv show over here about them. I was keen to get our LAX - Chicago flight with them, but It was not possible to book a flight with Southwest through our travel agent as they don't have a contract

Re: [MBZ] The Prodigal Son Returns!

And I'm finding out that is was cheaper for a GOOD reason (or two or three...). -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2010 3:47 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] MBZ] Nice 124 colors

Mitch provided the following links: Is the paint the same color as Snooks? The interior isn't. http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=p&car_id=274426763 I think this one is the same as mine. Any chance this is as nice as the new snookmobile? http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=p&car_i

[MBZ] Nice 124 colors

Found some interesting blue and green 124s: http://tinyurl.com/yb54v9g It looks like green is very popular, but usually with off white (parchment?) interior. I could really go for this if the seats were darker and the pricetag were smaller: http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=p&car_id=27

Re: [MBZ] Happy Birthday to

> From: dsn...@mtsqh.com > > Rick Knoble! Why thank you! Rick _ Hotmail: Trusted email with powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/201469227/direct/01/ _

[MBZ] Happy Birthday to

Rick Knoble! Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okieb

Re: [MBZ] CD changer Pics

John wrote: "What's the part number on the changer? (and if it is the wrong one, but fits a 99 W210, how much would you want for it; I may have a diesel that will work with it...)" I'll check, John and email you back. Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.

Re: [MBZ] CD changer Pics

Ok Don wrote: "The sticker on the back of the changer unit says 1998, but your car is a 1995 - might be a clue there" Peter wrote: "Yea - thats not going to work. Better send me the car and find one that will fit that CD player." Well, they used the same part number for several years, so I tho

Re: [MBZ] The Prodigal Son Returns!

Ok Don wrote: "Very nice! I really like the 8 hole wheels on a 124." Thanks! I think the 8 hole wheels make a BIG difference and they are so much easier to clean! Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To s

Re: [MBZ] CD changer Pics

Dan wrote: "Somebody needs to do some serious detailing to that head unit faceplate. Looks like about 10 pounds of cruft is stuck in and around the buttons. Yuck. You better send it up to me for a few weeks to have a "Mercedes Martha Stewart" detailing done, Donald." Yea, I noticed that, too.

Re: [MBZ] CD changer Pics

Kaleb wrote: "The CD changer you have there is for the later fiber optic systems I believe. The plug connector you are holding in your hand is where you plug the changer in.The changer you have there will not work in your car." Okay, well, I will give it back to my indy. He also had two others.

Re: [MBZ] The Prodigal Son Returns!

Max wrote: "Donald, I just (last fall) bought the 'diesel' twin of your car! Same colors, unfortunately mine is not nearly as nice as yours..." Well, the Diesel is even harder to find. I would love to have one of those along with this gasser. I think this blue color is pretty unusual. The on

Re: [MBZ] 300SD still being bad

I did what Jim said and built a tester with an ammeter from a flap. I left mine in the bubble package and did laparoscopic surgery to connect the wires to the meter, put two insulated clips on the other end and it answers the question, good or bad? IIRC about $20. Thanks Harry though I chan

Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) 115 cruise control?

Thanks Jim Randy -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com]on Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2010 9:37 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) 115 cruise control? > will appear to set but does not h

Re: [MBZ] 300SD still being bad

*The SD is still being recalcitrant on starting, even though I changed out a bad glow plug. I don't have an amp meter to test the current to the glow plugs, wondered if I should just get this new kit and replace the relay and all the plugs? You could. But an ammeter is a pretty handy tool to

Re: [MBZ] Owner's Manuals?

re: W124 OM NLA So much for their Classics assurance of all parts being available! ;-) Larry OilAnalysis Time? Looking for Weber Parts or Porsche Posters? www.youroil.net -- From: "Craig McCluskey" Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2010 11:51 PM To

Re: [MBZ] Owner's Manuals?

Try http://www.tmcpubl.com Not cheap, but they have good readable manuals printed one-off. Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred On 2/25/2010 11:51 PM, Craig McCluskey wrote: On Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:57:37 -0500 "LarryT" wrote: Call your dealer and order one - $10 last time I bought one - or c

Re: [MBZ] Could be a good deal

Craig McCluskey wrote: Note: Stock photo. Looks similar Oh, I missed that line, wondered why the ad said 1989 and the pic said 16v. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.

Re: [MBZ] Could be a good deal

Rich Thomas wrote: http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/1618582234.html Somebody imported a 1989 16V and they only want $490 for it? Or they put a 16v body kit and smoke silver paint on a 1989? Or the picture has nothing to do with the car they are selling? Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] 300SD still being bad

On Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:58:57 -0500 Rich Thomas wrote: > *The SD is still being recalcitrant on starting, even though I changed > out a bad glow plug. I don't have an amp meter to test the current to > the glow plugs, wondered if I should just get this new kit and replace > the relay and all t

Re: [MBZ] Could be a good deal

On Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:45:50 -0500 Rich Thomas wrote: > http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/1618582234.html Note: Stock photo. Looks similar Hmmm ... Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: resoldering W123 ACC howto

No Allan Streib wrote: I'm using my battery charger as a power supply; it's good. Kaleb, got any good W123 blower motors? Allan -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 95 E300, 92 500SEL, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 350SDL, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 85 190D, 84 1

[MBZ] 300SD still being bad

*The SD is still being recalcitrant on starting, even though I changed out a bad glow plug. I don't have an amp meter to test the current to the glow plugs, wondered if I should just get this new kit and replace the relay and all the plugs? --R Manufacturer:* BOSCH *Part Number:* W0133-1606

[MBZ] Could be a good deal

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Re: [MBZ] My television appearance

Hendrik & Fay wrote: This ain't working for me can someone please send it in another format The first time, I got the Dodge commercial just fine, and then the news was sound only, no picture. I reloaded the page and it worked fine. My media grabber would not allow me to download and save the

Re: [MBZ] CD changer Pics

What's the part number on the changer? (and if it is the wrong one, but fits a 99 W210, how much would you want for it; I may have a diesel that will work with it...) Thanks -j. -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Feb 25, 2010, at 13:07, Donald S

Re: [MBZ] My television appearance

This ain't working for me can someone please send it in another format Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://www.4029tv.com/video/22663368/index.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.oki