[MBZ] Replacing A/C compressor in a 240D
I've looked all over and can't find any nuts and bolts descriptions of this job except for the MB disc. All help much appreciated. Thanks, Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Doors, windows, window motors, check straps
Don't the 126's have little tease fittings on the hinges? They should look like shallow cups (conical inside) with a ball in the bottom... Use a mini grease gun with a conical tip needle end (like is used for zero fittings in tight locations) with a pipe (as opposed to a hose) between the needle and the gun. -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 4, 2010, at 18:11, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: So I got into the driver door of the 300SD today to see what was wrong with the window not going up/down. I checked the switches, power, all that, was fine. A couple weeks ago I got in there for the same problem, and it started working though I'm not sure what I did. So anyway, I swapped a good motor onto the regulator (tested it first by hooking it to the black/green, touched it to ground -- another question) and it works fine. (Note: you can do this without removing the window regulator, just undo the bolts on the back of the regulator that hold the motor, then undo the regulator nuts and one bolt, and you can sorta push the regulator in and around a bit to get the motor out of its place and unmesh the gears) So now, I am wondering how to test the other motor out of the car, which seems dead. Both the black and green are 12V just sitting there. The switch has one 12V leg (red) and the black and greens. Green and black are closed to12V hot (red on the switch) when the switch is centered, so both 12V. Closing the switch opens either the green or black, and the other side stays closed to 12V (here is where I forgot to write which opens when you push the switch for up or down, but it really doesn't matter for my question). Qs1: So is the current grounding through the motor body when you push the switch? Or since the other lead is open does it flow through there to somewhere? I am trying to get at whether if I ground the motor body and hit 12V to one or the other leads if I will get motion. Door check straps were making lots of noise on the rear doors, I found them both dry as a bone inside where the check strap slides in the thing, I greased them up and they seem to be a lot better now, Q2: How can you grease the hinges and pins? Back window has a broken plastic slider and is flopping around, so guess I need to order some of those. PITA. My son's car has some broken ones too, and I have some salvaged regulators, so maybe I will fix them all to have spares. --R ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] New Bilsteins from Rusty
I snapped one on a front shock ages ago, during the tightening phase. I suspect it had a casting flaw - the bit stuck in the control arm was only finger tight and came out with no problem at all, so I re-used one of the old screws. Rear sub-frame bushings are fun, unless your car is stricken with the tin worm... -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 9:28 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] New Bilsteins from Rusty Do you have an air (or electric now too) impact driver? Those are good for loosening up bolts and nuts like that. --R Michael Esh wrote: My 84 300D with 284,000 mile has been pitching and rolling quite a bit lately and in the wind it felt like it was steering itself. Someone on the list mentioned rear mounts and bushings and well as new shocks may help with this. Thanks to Rusty new shocks were on sale this month. http://www.buymbparts.biz/. I ordered the heavy duty option and wow, what a difference, well worth the investment. The previous owner had put Gabriels on the rear and there were Bilsteins on the front. Subframe mounts and bushings are next. Hopefully this will help reduce the swaying somewhat. I replaced the shocks myself and snapped off one of the bottom rear shock bolts. (What a bonehead). My first was mistake was using 1/2 in drive tools instead of 3/8. Second mistake was not using a little heat on the bolts. The last 3 came came off very easily after warming them up bit with MAPS gas. I plan on having my local Indie put new rear sub frame mounts and bushings in this week. Mike ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Deer or Gator bellowing?
The rutting season (for deer) will be in the fall, now is when new fawns are or will shortly be born, so I don't think buck snorting is what you've got. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 6:24 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] OT Deer or Gator bellowing? So I was out working on the SD this afternoon, the driveway to the garage is down by the marsh. At some point I hear this groaning/bellowing/moaning sound coming from the marsh not too far away. I heard this same sound last fall, and saw something in the marsh grass rustling it, made me think it was a gator so I did not check it too closely. They do come into the brackish water sometimes but don't stay. Now we have lots of deer all over, and I have heard OF bucksnort but don't really know what that sounds like (unless that is what I heard). Given it is spring, and I would guess the deer have some things on their limited minds, I wondered if it might be a buck up to some of that business. I do know gators will make sort of a bellowing sound, but wouldn't know that for sure either. I went and poked around a bit but saw neither, so not sure what it was. The dogs are fairly useless in this regard, the other day there were 4 does out not far from their fence, and the dogs were asleep by the back door, though they did finally get a scent or something then went crazy and the deer ran away. Anyone an expert on bucksnorts or gator bellowing? --R ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Deer or Gator bellowing?
YOW! Gator bellow #2 is what I heard! I might not be poking around out there for awhile. Thanks for digging that up. --R On 4/4/2010 11:59 PM, archer wrote: U.S.Fish and Wildlife have this site: http://www.fws.gov/video/sound.htm Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D -- From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net So I was out working on the SD this afternoon, the driveway to the garage is down by the marsh. At some point I hear this groaning/bellowing/moaning sound coming from the marsh not too far away. I heard this same sound last fall, and saw something in the marsh grass rustling it, made me think it was a gator so I did not check it too closely. They do come into the brackish water sometimes but don't stay. Now we have lots of deer all over, and I have heard OF bucksnort but don't really know what that sounds like (unless that is what I heard). Given it is spring, and I would guess the deer have some things on their limited minds, I wondered if it might be a buck up to some of that business. I do know gators will make sort of a bellowing sound, but wouldn't know that for sure either. I went and poked around a bit but saw neither, so not sure what it was. The dogs are fairly useless in this regard, the other day there were 4 does out not far from their fence, and the dogs were asleep by the back door, though they did finally get a scent or something then went crazy and the deer ran away. Anyone an expert on bucksnorts or gator bellowing? --R ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Here's a diesel for you!
Hmmm, dodging SAM over Hanoi vs. purchasing Olds diesel, hmmm... I'll take the diesel! -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 6:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Here's a diesel for you! I've always had a lot of curiosity, but, thankfully, it has never reached that level. ; BTW, when I got home from Greenland in '79 we were needing another car. I had decided that I wanted to get 240D. It was about Aug/Sep, and MB stealers didn't have any new ones - waiting for '80's. Meanwhile, I drove past an Oldsmobile dealership and saw a new Olds Diesel sitting there; took it for a drive; almost bought it, but hesitated for coupla days; 'called MB stealer, again, and they then had a 240D. That, along with the nights I flew missions to Hanoi, was another lucky day, when I did not buy that Olds. I dodged a lot of SAMs (missiles) over Hanoi; dodged a big bullet that day. Wilton - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2010 5:20 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Here's a diesel for you! On Tue, Mar 30, 2010 at 1:13 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: no, the slightest bit of water and those nozzles will be junk. (unless you put a good separator/filter on it.) Everything I can find online about the 5.7 diesel says that it was unreliable in the first couple of years, but GM figured it out about '83 or so and upgraded all the existing engines under an extensive recall program. So... the fact that it's lasted 30 years and runs fine means one of the following: 1. the seller has been extremely lucky 2. the car was repaired under those recalls and now is fine 3. a water separator was installed at sale (as I've read, some more diesel-savvy dealers did that) and kept the engine from suffering the water-related head and injector problems that they were prone to. I would point out that no MB diesel ever came from the factory with a water separator. The problem with the GM diesels, from what I can tell, wasn't water in the fuel per se; it was inadequate head bolts, exacerbated by the occassional slug of water in the fuel which raises compression ratio for a cycle or two. All this being said, I wouldn't buy one except as a curiosity. Alex ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Next DTV antenna Q
Thanks! I read last night that adding a splitter cuts the strength significantly. I hooked up a 4 way splitterin the attic, so I think the first thing to do is to take that out and connect the antenna to only one tv. (that is all she has anyway.) Then I will try boosting the signal, if need be. I may try addin the second matching antenna, as the 75 to 100 mile stations are close to 180 degrees apart, but of course that line is almost perpendicular to the 25 mile stations. Thus the question about two antennas, one pointed at the close stations, and one pointed toward the distant stations. They would be about 90 degrees from each other. The recommended Winegard antenna appears to be over 100 inches long, with 64 elements. and well over $100. My $6.00 antenna brings in stations around 70 miles away, and if I eliminate the splitter, It will probably do better. If I can pull up to 100 miles, it would be as many choices as cable, (but with many repeats) The only reason it cost me that much is because I had to buy the flat to coax adapticator from RadioJunk. If my makezine antenna pulls in about as well as a $100 plus top of the line antenna, I am impressed! I know the one I put up in Northern WI pulls in more stations than we ever got with analog tv. I am just annoyed that radioJunk gets $6.00 for a $1.00 adapter that probably costs them 32 cents to make. Yes - but --- Ideally you want to use 1/4 wave lines and impedance matching to combine the signals, but that's hard with a wide frequency range to cover. Try the splitter and see how it works. On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 10:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Read that link I posted http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Large-DB8-HDTV-Antenna-Big-Bertha/ the guy uses a splitter to make a combiner, but apparently phase matching might be an issue. I don't know. --R On 4/4/2010 11:07 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Is it possible to use more than one DTV antenna and combine the signals. I know there are splitters, but is there a signal combiner? OKDons talk about combining alternators got me thinking about combining antenna signals. -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT Deer or Gator bellowing?
Rich Thomas wrote: YOW! Gator bellow #2 is what I heard! I might not be poking around out there for awhile. Thanks for digging that up. I didn't know that alligators purred. Or was it snoring? Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Replacing A/C compressor in a 240D
Rusty/Tom got all the mounting hardware I needed to remount my 240D compressor. Harry I've looked all over and can't find any nuts and bolts descriptions of this job except for the MB disc. All help much appreciated. Thanks, Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axel link replacement
Read the special dude. It is a COMPLETE kit. $199.00. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, April 03, 2010 10:53 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axel link replacement Does that price he has include both sides or is that per side? Dieselhead wrote: The bugaboo is the the outer joint for the lower control arm in the wheel carrier. It takes a special tool (press) of course.I took them off and took them to a good tire shop. they pressed out the old and in the new. I think the sequence you suggest is right. I see Rusty has the links on sale again this month. He always does that a couple weeks after I do the job. It is a very good price! This weekend looks good for finally replacing the worn, sloppy rear links in the '90 300D. Is there a perferred sequence for replacing them, or just follow the sequence in the manual (camber, torque, tie rod, thrust)? The instructions say press tensioning sleeve out of wheel carrier for each of the links - is a BFH the usual tool for this job? Is there a trick to pressing them back in? TIA -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.800 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/2785 - Release Date: 04/02/10 01:32:00 -- 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 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 76 240D, 76 300D, http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axel link replacement
On 4/5/2010 9:09 AM, Rusty Cullens wrote: Read the special dude. It is a COMPLETE kit. $199.00. Are they legit OEM parts or no-name brand? John ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axel link replacement
They are legit no name brand. I have sold hundreds of them with no issues. $199.00 versus $510.76 Lemforder. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: John Robbins je...@msstate.edu To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 10:23 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axel link replacement On 4/5/2010 9:09 AM, Rusty Cullens wrote: Read the special dude. It is a COMPLETE kit. $199.00. Are they legit OEM parts or no-name brand? John ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axel link replacement
On 4/5/2010 9:42 AM, Rusty Cullens wrote: They are legit no name brand. I have sold hundreds of them with no issues. $199.00 versus $510.76 Lemforder. Very, very tempting. Will need to look into Sportline upgrades, which are obviously not going to be covered by your special. ;) I think the Sportline stuff is only the front/rear subframe mounts. John ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axle link replacement
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[MBZ] Hello? Anyone there?
No posts since Friday?? Randy ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axel link replacement
Rusty Cullens wrote: Read the special dude. It is a COMPLETE kit. $199.00. The hardware includes the special bolts to put new links on old cars? Do W124 and W201 take the same kit, or just the same price? Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Hello? Anyone there?
I believe we're here Bob R On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 8:22 AM, R A Bennell b...@mts.net wrote: No posts since Friday?? Randy ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axel link replacement
both cars take same kit. these kits come with sleeves in them so if you have an older version you leave sleeve in, if you have the newer version you punch the sleeve out. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 11:50 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axel link replacement Rusty Cullens wrote: Read the special dude. It is a COMPLETE kit. $199.00. The hardware includes the special bolts to put new links on old cars? Do W124 and W201 take the same kit, or just the same price? Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Next DTV antenna Q
Yep, you are at best (ideal, no loss theoretical) going to halve the output power for each doubling or fraction thereof; this works out to 3dB loss. In practice most splitters are between 3.5 and 4.0dB loss. What you should see is that 2 outputs will have 3.5-4.0 loss; 3 outs will have one that has 3.5-4.0 loss and two that are 7.0-8.0; 4 outs will have all 4 at 7.0-8.0 loss, 5 outs will be 3@ 7.0-8.0 and 2...@10.5-12.0 ; 6 will be 2@ 7.0-8.0 and 4@ 10.5-12.0; 7 will have 1@ 7.0-8.0 and 6@ 10.5-12.0; 8 will have all 8@ 10.5-12.0dB loss... You are much more efficient to use a single centrally installed splitter and/or distribution amp with home runs than you are trying to split off here and there. It's probably a good idea to put terminators on any unused outlets to minimize losses due to signal reflections... -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 5, 2010, at 9:35, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks! I read last night that adding a splitter cuts the strength significantly. I hooked up a 4 way splitterin the attic, so I think the first thing to do is to take that out and connect the antenna to only one tv. (that is all she has anyway.) Then I will try boosting the signal, if need be. I may try addin the second matching antenna, as the 75 to 100 mile stations are close to 180 degrees apart, but of course that line is almost perpendicular to the 25 mile stations. Thus the question about two antennas, one pointed at the close stations, and one pointed toward the distant stations. They would be about 90 degrees from each other. The recommended Winegard antenna appears to be over 100 inches long, with 64 elements. and well over $100. My $6.00 antenna brings in stations around 70 miles away, and if I eliminate the splitter, It will probably do better. If I can pull up to 100 miles, it would be as many choices as cable, (but with many repeats) The only reason it cost me that much is because I had to buy the flat to coax adapticator from RadioJunk. If my makezine antenna pulls in about as well as a $100 plus top of the line antenna, I am impressed! I know the one I put up in Northern WI pulls in more stations than we ever got with analog tv. I am just annoyed that radioJunk gets $6.00 for a $1.00 adapter that probably costs them 32 cents to make. Yes - but --- Ideally you want to use 1/4 wave lines and impedance matching to combine the signals, but that's hard with a wide frequency range to cover. Try the splitter and see how it works. On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 10:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Read that link I posted http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Large-DB8-HDTV-Antenna-Big-Bertha/ the guy uses a splitter to make a combiner, but apparently phase matching might be an issue. I don't know. --R On 4/4/2010 11:07 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Is it possible to use more than one DTV antenna and combine the signals. I know there are splitters, but is there a signal combiner? OKDons talk about combining alternators got me thinking about combining antenna signals. -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head
Just catching up, was in CT and NY but did not get into PA. Kevin, I assume the body is rusty? I'll shut up now and keep reading and probably find out that Kaleb or someone else has snapped it up... -Max (who STILL has a project in the garage getting on SWMBO's nerve) -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 10:24 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head Max ought to buy that -- how much you want for it? He is headed up north soon, should stop by and tow it home. --R On 4/1/2010 9:49 AM, Kevin Slater wrote: Ok, it's Spring and I need to clean out things that are no longer in use. I have a 300 TD that I've mentioned before. My intent would be for someone to take it that has a need for the parts, particularly the head, which is a #22 head. Or maybe someone that doesn't mind a project car that might take a bit of effort to put back on the road. The engine runs and starts fine. The car isn't registered or inspected. (I'm in south western PA near the intersection if I-79 and I-76.) There is some mixing of the coolant and the transmission fluid which I'm assuming is a problem in the radiator. The car has the 3rd row seat and the interior is in fair shape, although the driver's seat is a bit ripped up. It has a good fan clutch and a metal fan. Sunroof doesn't work and neither does the A/C although the compressor isn't seized. If I don't get any interest from the list, I'll try on craigslist or ebay as a parts only option and if I get no response there, I'll drive it to the scrap metal guy up the road and take whatever they give me there. I have a few pictures at http://www.pinebluff.dyndns.org/~kslater/87-300TD which I shot a couple of weeks ago. ...Kevin (soon to be without an MB) ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head
On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 1:25 PM, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: -Max (who STILL has a project in the garage getting on SWMBO's nerve) Don't we all? EdB ___ 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_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 240D Bumpers Question
Hey Guys, Thinking about getting some W123 Euro style bumpers. Has anyone on list installed the Euro bumpers on a U.S. spec W123? Is it a simple bolt up and go process? Do I need to weld in brackets that aren't there on the U.S. version? Etc. Also, on a related note, I found a set of front and rear for apparently $200 + shipping. Having never needed to buy W123 bumpers before, is this an acceptable price? Used obviously. Thanks, EdB ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head
-Max (who STILL has a project in the garage getting on SWMBO's nerve) Heck, I've got projects older than some people on this list. I've thought about getting Kaleb to start a procrastination help email list, but I've been putting it off... Rick ___ 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_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] W123 Euro Headlamps
Anyone know of a place to get the W123 Euro headlamps affordably? Thinking I'd prefer the look over the U.S. dual rounded type. EdB ___ 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_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] W123 License Plate bolts/bracket/nuts
Does anyone know what these license bolts on the W123 are like? Mine do not tighten, just spin. Told they are the new type and that as such they will need to be cut off, and a new set basically riveted into place. EdB ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 Euro Headlamps
Brand new Bosch $243.75 each. Complete with all bulbs, connectors and instructions. Right here. Right now. What are you waiting for? Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: Ed Booher edboo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 1:56 PM Subject: [MBZ] W123 Euro Headlamps Anyone know of a place to get the W123 Euro headlamps affordably? Thinking I'd prefer the look over the U.S. dual rounded type. EdB ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Makezine D-TV antenna again.
I put a PCT powered splitter/amplifier on my cable system which solved problems well. Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 8:50 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Makezine D-TV antenna again. Ganging: http://www.hdtvprimer.com/ANTENNAS/16bay.html Amplifier: Channel Master all the way. (I ought to get one since my Blonder Tongue Apartment Complex Amplifier died. Right now I'm just using some cheap Channel Master amplified splitter inside the house) The bad stations aren't VHF, are they? http://antennaweb.org/aw/Address.aspx ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Next DTV antenna Q
THanks! I am going to go up today and take out the splitter. It is 4 out, so that is a significant loss. I know on old BNC network cabling and SCSI you always had to have a terminator, but I never heard of it for tv until last night. I knew someone on here would have answers! Yep, you are at best (ideal, no loss theoretical) going to halve the output power for each doubling or fraction thereof; this works out to 3dB loss. In practice most splitters are between 3.5 and 4.0dB loss. What you should see is that 2 outputs will have 3.5-4.0 loss; 3 outs will have one that has 3.5-4.0 loss and two that are 7.0-8.0; 4 outs will have all 4 at 7.0-8.0 loss, 5 outs will be 3@ 7.0-8.0 and 2...@10.5-12.0; 6 will be 2@ 7.0-8.0 and 4@ 10.5-12.0; 7 will have 1@ 7.0-8.0 and 6@ 10.5-12.0; 8 will have all 8@ 10.5-12.0dB loss... You are much more efficient to use a single centrally installed splitter and/or distribution amp with home runs than you are trying to split off here and there. It's probably a good idea to put terminators on any unused outlets to minimize losses due to signal reflections... -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 5, 2010, at 9:35, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks! I read last night that adding a splitter cuts the strength significantly. I hooked up a 4 way splitterin the attic, so I think the first thing to do is to take that out and connect the antenna to only one tv. (that is all she has anyway.) Then I will try boosting the signal, if need be. I may try addin the second matching antenna, as the 75 to 100 mile stations are close to 180 degrees apart, but of course that line is almost perpendicular to the 25 mile stations. Thus the question about two antennas, one pointed at the close stations, and one pointed toward the distant stations. They would be about 90 degrees from each other. The recommended Winegard antenna appears to be over 100 inches long, with 64 elements. and well over $100. My $6.00 antenna brings in stations around 70 miles away, and if I eliminate the splitter, It will probably do better. If I can pull up to 100 miles, it would be as many choices as cable, (but with many repeats) The only reason it cost me that much is because I had to buy the flat to coax adapticator from RadioJunk. If my makezine antenna pulls in about as well as a $100 plus top of the line antenna, I am impressed! I know the one I put up in Northern WI pulls in more stations than we ever got with analog tv. I am just annoyed that radioJunk gets $6.00 for a $1.00 adapter that probably costs them 32 cents to make. Yes - but --- Ideally you want to use 1/4 wave lines and impedance matching to combine the signals, but that's hard with a wide frequency range to cover. Try the splitter and see how it works. On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 10:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Read that link I posted http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Large-DB8-HDTV-Antenna-Big-Bertha/ the guy uses a splitter to make a combiner, but apparently phase matching might be an issue. I don't know. --R On 4/4/2010 11:07 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Is it possible to use more than one DTV antenna and combine the signals. I know there are splitters, but is there a signal combiner? OKDons talk about combining alternators got me thinking about combining antenna signals. -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 Euro Headlamps
On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 2:25 PM, Rusty Cullens buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote: Brand new Bosch $243.75 each. Complete with all bulbs, connectors and instructions. Right here. Right now. What are you waiting for? Money ... unfortunately both the lights and the bumpers are luxury items. Right now I need two motor mounts and a valve cover gasket, and apparently adjusted valves, more. But thank you for the quote, I will be setting money aside for them. EdB ___ 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_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] W123 Trunk Seal
Odd question, but does the W123 trunk seal so well that it won't let water *out*? EdB ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 Euro Headlamps
motor mounts $25.00 each, v/c gasket $6.35 Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: Ed Booher edboo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 3:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] W123 Euro Headlamps On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 2:25 PM, Rusty Cullens buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote: Brand new Bosch $243.75 each. Complete with all bulbs, connectors and instructions. Right here. Right now. What are you waiting for? Money ... unfortunately both the lights and the bumpers are luxury items. Right now I need two motor mounts and a valve cover gasket, and apparently adjusted valves, more. But thank you for the quote, I will be setting money aside for them. EdB ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 Trunk Seal
If you have 3 feet of water in there it will come out somewhere, trust me. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: Ed Booher edboo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 3:26 PM Subject: [MBZ] W123 Trunk Seal Odd question, but does the W123 trunk seal so well that it won't let water *out*? EdB ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 Trunk Seal
I wouldn't think so. Isn't there a gap where the 2 ends of the seal don't quite meet at the bottom? In any case the 2 drains should provide adequate venting for each other. If it doesn't drain then the drains are likely clogged. I use a bamboo chopstick from below to clear them. Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Ed Booher Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 12:27 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] W123 Trunk Seal Odd question, but does the W123 trunk seal so well that it won't let water *out*? EdB ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 Trunk Seal
Rusty Cullens wrote: If you have 3 feet of water in there it will come out somewhere, trust me. The passenger cabin? Is a 123 line a 116 in that the wells behind the back wheels can fill with liquid to several inches deep? Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 Trunk Seal
There's a ~3/4 drain in each of those wells - with a rubber boot to keep stuff from the road coming in through them They'd drain water though - as long as leaves, maps, gloves, etc aren't covering them. YMMV LarryT 91 300D 78 240D OilAnalysis Time? Looking for Weber Parts or Porsche Posters? www.youroil.net -- From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 3:48 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] W123 Trunk Seal Rusty Cullens wrote: If you have 3 feet of water in there it will come out somewhere, trust me. The passenger cabin? Is a 123 line a 116 in that the wells behind the back wheels can fill with liquid to several inches deep? Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head
That doesn't sound like something that he'd be able to do today... Maybe he can get to it tomorrow ;) -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 5, 2010, at 13:56, Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: -Max (who STILL has a project in the garage getting on SWMBO's nerve) Heck, I've got projects older than some people on this list. I've thought about getting Kaleb to start a procrastination help email list, but I've been putting it off... Rick ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Next DTV antenna Q
You don't have to have it, but it's a darn good idea.. Especially once you get up into sat frequencies and digital cable... -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 5, 2010, at 14:50, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: THanks! I am going to go up today and take out the splitter. It is 4 out, so that is a significant loss. I know on old BNC network cabling and SCSI you always had to have a terminator, but I never heard of it for tv until last night. I knew someone on here would have answers! Yep, you are at best (ideal, no loss theoretical) going to halve the output power for each doubling or fraction thereof; this works out to 3dB loss. In practice most splitters are between 3.5 and 4.0dB loss. What you should see is that 2 outputs will have 3.5-4.0 loss; 3 outs will have one that has 3.5-4.0 loss and two that are 7.0-8.0; 4 outs will have all 4 at 7.0-8.0 loss, 5 outs will be 3@ 7.0-8.0 and 2...@10.5-12.0; 6 will be 2@ 7.0-8.0 and 4@ 10.5-12.0; 7 will have 1@ 7.0-8.0 and 6@ 10.5-12.0; 8 will have all 8@ 10.5-12.0dB loss... You are much more efficient to use a single centrally installed splitter and/or distribution amp with home runs than you are trying to split off here and there. It's probably a good idea to put terminators on any unused outlets to minimize losses due to signal reflections... -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 5, 2010, at 9:35, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks! I read last night that adding a splitter cuts the strength significantly. I hooked up a 4 way splitterin the attic, so I think the first thing to do is to take that out and connect the antenna to only one tv. (that is all she has anyway.) Then I will try boosting the signal, if need be. I may try addin the second matching antenna, as the 75 to 100 mile stations are close to 180 degrees apart, but of course that line is almost perpendicular to the 25 mile stations. Thus the question about two antennas, one pointed at the close stations, and one pointed toward the distant stations. They would be about 90 degrees from each other. The recommended Winegard antenna appears to be over 100 inches long, with 64 elements. and well over $100. My $6.00 antenna brings in stations around 70 miles away, and if I eliminate the splitter, It will probably do better. If I can pull up to 100 miles, it would be as many choices as cable, (but with many repeats) The only reason it cost me that much is because I had to buy the flat to coax adapticator from RadioJunk. If my makezine antenna pulls in about as well as a $100 plus top of the line antenna, I am impressed! I know the one I put up in Northern WI pulls in more stations than we ever got with analog tv. I am just annoyed that radioJunk gets $6.00 for a $1.00 adapter that probably costs them 32 cents to make. Yes - but --- Ideally you want to use 1/4 wave lines and impedance matching to combine the signals, but that's hard with a wide frequency range to cover. Try the splitter and see how it works. On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 10:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Read that link I posted http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Large-DB8-HDTV-Antenna-Big-Bertha/ the guy uses a splitter to make a combiner, but apparently phase matching might be an issue. I don't know. --R On 4/4/2010 11:07 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Is it possible to use more than one DTV antenna and combine the signals. I know there are splitters, but is there a signal combiner? OKDons talk about combining alternators got me thinking about combining antenna signals. -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For
[MBZ] W123 sideshafts
Besides the complicated boot replacement according to the book is there a simplified solution. A friend has had two boot failures in quick succession and up to no we have just replaced entire shaft from a scrap yard but supply is limited. Does the joint get lubricated from the diff? Peter ___ 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_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again
'Pulled the lift mechanism this afternoon. Guess what?! The little plastic slide I replace 'bout 10 years ago is broken; 'hasn't been used much, either, but I did notice that when the lift arm reaches bottom, the end of it moves inward (toward inside of car) putting a shear(side) force on the plastic slide. Maybe I can adjust it so it doesn't go down quite so far or do something to it so it doesn't make that little move inward. Wilton - Original Message - From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 10:36 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 rear window lift again Yes, I understand that, but I don't have time/wanta mess with it right now. Meanwhile 4-dollar slide is on the way. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 10:21 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 rear window lift again You should get in there to look at it while you are ordering parts, make sure something else isn't buggered up. --R On 4/2/2010 10:15 AM, WILTON wrote: Just tried again; can't move it; only quarter inch to grip. I can hear the motor running when switched DOWN and back UP a bit, and can hear the arm jam lightly to stop. Just ordered little nylon slide from Rusty/Tom. Wilton - Original Message - From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 8:48 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 rear window lift again 'Tried yesterday; 'could not; 'try again this morning with rubber gripper. 'Only half inch or so to grip, and window may be askew/crooked. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 5:00 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 rear window lift again Can you grab the glass and lift while she hits the 'up' button? Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again
WILTON wrote: Maybe I can adjust it so it doesn't go down quite so far or do something to it so it doesn't make that little move inward. I hope I'm wrong, but I believe the window stops moving when the motor stalls, and the warpage you see is the buildup of stress as the motor hits maximum torque and stops. If so, it might live longer if you leave the window up an inch from the bottom instead of retracting it to the stop. Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Harbor Freight
Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net writes: I don't think HD carries the same brands as HF, all of HF stuff (with a few minor exceptions, and they might be counterfeit) is Chicago Electric or Pneumatic or something else Chicago (and maybe Pittsburgh?). The name brand tools that HF sells are almost always refurbs. Otherwise they are made-in-China products sporting American-sounding names like Chicago Electric, Central Pneumatic, Pittsburgh, etc. At least I have never seen any recognizable brands in the stores I have shopped. It's all Chinese stuff (and HD stuff probably is too, but better!). I doubt Home Depot's Chinese stuff is remarkably better than HF's. Several folks on this list have stated that their Pittsburgh hand tools are quite good for the price. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Harbor Freight
Allan Streib wrote: I doubt Home Depot's Chinese stuff is remarkably better than HF's. Several folks on this list have stated that their Pittsburgh hand tools are quite good for the price. I have a 3/4 inch drive ratchet with the Pittsburgh name I bought many years ago - when Harbor Freight was still called Harbor Freight Salvage. It is still doing fine. Used it last night when I did a front end alignment on one of the W123s. -- Philip ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 sideshafts
Peter Merle wrote: Besides the complicated boot replacement according to the book is there a simplified solution. A friend has had two boot failures in quick succession and up to no we have just replaced entire shaft from a scrap yard but supply is limited. Does the joint get lubricated from the diff? Peter Nope. The lube is sealed in by the boot. The differential oil lubricates the bearing surface at the inboard end of the shaft. -- Philip ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 sideshafts
There uses to be some PoS (not point of sale!) split boot kits that you could get at your local McParts... Avoid them. Lubrication is (permanently) enclosed within the boot at assembly; it is precisely measured -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 5, 2010, at 16:50, Peter Merle merle.pe...@gmail.com wrote: Besides the complicated boot replacement according to the book is there a simplified solution. A friend has had two boot failures in quick succession and up to no we have just replaced entire shaft from a scrap yard but supply is limited. Does the joint get lubricated from the diff? Peter ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again
I agree wholeheartedly. I don't have any problem stopping it wherever or anywhere between full up and full down; I probably would not even have put it down, but what I need is a SWMBO-proof system. ;)) Meanwhile, it's reassembled and working. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 6:28 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again WILTON wrote: Maybe I can adjust it so it doesn't go down quite so far or do something to it so it doesn't make that little move inward. I hope I'm wrong, but I believe the window stops moving when the motor stalls, and the warpage you see is the buildup of stress as the motor hits maximum torque and stops. If so, it might live longer if you leave the window up an inch from the bottom instead of retracting it to the stop. Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again
The cast regulator frames flex too, and might take a permanent flex, when torqued at the extremes. I fixed one in the TD by stomping it when suspended between two 2x4s. --R On 4/5/2010 5:49 PM, WILTON wrote: 'Pulled the lift mechanism this afternoon. Guess what?! The little plastic slide I replace 'bout 10 years ago is broken; 'hasn't been used much, either, but I did notice that when the lift arm reaches bottom, the end of it moves inward (toward inside of car) putting a shear(side) force on the plastic slide. Maybe I can adjust it so it doesn't go down quite so far or do something to it so it doesn't make that little move inward. Wilton - Original Message - From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 10:36 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 rear window lift again Yes, I understand that, but I don't have time/wanta mess with it right now. Meanwhile 4-dollar slide is on the way. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 10:21 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 rear window lift again You should get in there to look at it while you are ordering parts, make sure something else isn't buggered up. --R On 4/2/2010 10:15 AM, WILTON wrote: Just tried again; can't move it; only quarter inch to grip. I can hear the motor running when switched DOWN and back UP a bit, and can hear the arm jam lightly to stop. Just ordered little nylon slide from Rusty/Tom. Wilton - Original Message - From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 8:48 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 rear window lift again 'Tried yesterday; 'could not; 'try again this morning with rubber gripper. 'Only half inch or so to grip, and window may be askew/crooked. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, April 02, 2010 5:00 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 rear window lift again Can you grab the glass and lift while she hits the 'up' button? Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear axel link replacement
damn, thats a good deal I guess but hell, I need to do about 3 or 4 cars though. Will you sell me enough to do 4 cars for $199 total? Rusty Cullens wrote: They are legit no name brand. I have sold hundreds of them with no issues. $199.00 versus $510.76 Lemforder. Rusty Cullens -- 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 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 76 240D, 76 300D, http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head
I need to, I probably have 20 or 30 cars I need to finish. Some have been on hold for 12 years or more, simple engine swaps. Im really thinking about selling off everything that is not 60x, 124, or 140 related. Rick Knoble wrote: -Max (who STILL has a project in the garage getting on SWMBO's nerve) Heck, I've got projects older than some people on this list. I've thought about getting Kaleb to start a procrastination help email list, but I've been putting it off... Rick ___ 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_okiebenz.com -- 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 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 76 240D, 76 300D, http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head
I need to, I probably have 20 or 30 cars I need to finish. Some have been on hold for 12 years or more, simple engine swaps. I have a 1974 Fiat X/19 project that has been sitting since 1978 or '79 Rick ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head
So, now you can restore it as an antique. ;))) Wilton - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 8:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head I need to, I probably have 20 or 30 cars I need to finish. Some have been on hold for 12 years or more, simple engine swaps. I have a 1974 Fiat X/19 project that has been sitting since 1978 or '79 Rick ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] This guy is on crack
Original Message Subject:1972 Mercedes 220-D - $2500 (Sherman Tx) Date: Mon, 5 Apr 2010 17:54:56 -0700 (PDT) From: okieb...@striplin.net To: okieb...@striplin.net okieb...@striplin.net has forwarded you this craigslist.org posting. Please see below for more information. Visit the posting at http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/pts/1675532177.html to contact the person who posted this. 1972 Mercedes 220-D Date: 2010-04-03, 9:46PM I have a 1972 Mercedes-Benz 220-D Diesel 4door Car. This car is complete all window glass and complete interior. Car doesnt run or drive, but motor is all there. Call 903-421-2621 or 903-814-0254. * Location: Sherman Tx * it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests Original URL: http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/pts/1675532177.html /this craigslist posting was forwarded to you by someone using our email-a-friend feature - if you want to prevent these, please go to: / http://www.craigslist.org/cgi-bin/te/pt2blJWZApnbyR3csBXau4Wa0VmbD -- 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 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 76 240D, 76 300D, http://www.okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again
WILTON wrote: I agree wholeheartedly. I don't have any problem stopping it wherever or anywhere between full up and full down; I probably would not even have put it down, but what I need is a SWMBO-proof system. ;)) Current limiting device to drop the peak torque? Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 sideshafts
Buy new shafts from Rusty - they were less than the used from from the local MB salvage yard 9but more than from Kaleb) for the 124. On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 3:50 PM, Peter Merle merle.pe...@gmail.com wrote: Besides the complicated boot replacement according to the book is there a simplified solution. A friend has had two boot failures in quick succession and up to no we have just replaced entire shaft from a scrap yard but supply is limited. -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head
Rick Knoble wrote: I need to, I probably have 20 or 30 cars I need to finish. Some have been on hold for 12 years or more, simple engine swaps. I have a 1974 Fiat X/19 project that has been sitting since 1978 or '79 Stored in a controlled environment, or is it ready to sweep up with a broom and brush it into the dustbin like my 1975 Civic restoration project? (it was my first car, and had already been rust repaired and repainted a couple of years before I bought it in 1984) Mitch. ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again
Install micro switch to trigger jsut before bottom to disconnect the down wire? On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 8:15 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: WILTON wrote: I agree wholeheartedly. I don't have any problem stopping it wherever or anywhere between full up and full down; I probably would not even have put it down, but what I need is a SWMBO-proof system. ;)) Current limiting device to drop the peak torque? Mitch. -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT Deer or Gator bellowing?
Hi , Sorry I can't help you on the gator bellowing, but your story reminded me of my favorite Florida gator story. We used to visit the inlaws when they wintered near St Petersburg Florida. Inevitably there would be a gator story in the St Pete Times. A man was working in a warehouse that had a large overhead door entrance, with a windowed office at the rear of the open warehouse. He was in the office and heard a rustling noise. He looked through the office window to see an 8 foot alligator approaching the open door of the office. He quickly closed the door, but was now trapped in the office, with the gator between him and the only exit. In a bit of a panic, he phoned his best friend, who, after an extended laugh at his friend's plight advised him to call the Dept of Environmental Protection, or similar. Sure enough DEP shortly sent out an officer who tranquilized the gator and safely removed him from the premises. Afterwards, the officer spoke to the formerly trapped worker: It may be some consolation to you to know that that gator had no intention of eating you.. But before you get too comfortable, you need to know that it IS mating season. :) Tom Schuch SE Connecticut 1975 W115 300D and a bunch of BMWs Message: 1 Date: Sun, 4 Apr 2010 23:59:17 -0400 From: archer arche...@embarqmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Deer or Gator bellowing? Message-ID: e65476f1c2ee4665b612aca035f7d...@gerry Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original U.S.Fish and Wildlife have this site: http://www.fws.gov/video/sound.htm Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D -- From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net So I was out working on the SD this afternoon, the driveway to the garage is down by the marsh. At some point I hear this groaning/bellowing/moaning sound coming from the marsh not too far away. I heard this same sound last fall, and saw something in the marsh grass rustling it, made me think it was a gator so I did not check it too closely. They do come into the brackish water sometimes but don't stay. Now we have lots of deer all over, and I have heard OF bucksnort but don't really know what that sounds like (unless that is what I heard). Given it is spring, and I would guess the deer have some things on their limited minds, I wondered if it might be a buck up to some of that business. I do know gators will make sort of a bellowing sound, but wouldn't know that for sure either. I went and poked around a bit but saw neither, so not sure what it was. The dogs are fairly useless in this regard, the other day there were 4 does out not far from their fence, and the dogs were asleep by the back door, though they did finally get a scent or something then went crazy and the deer ran away. Anyone an expert on bucksnorts or gator bellowing? --R _ Hotmail: Trusted email with Microsoft’s powerful SPAM protection. http://clk.atdmt.com/GBL/go/196390706/direct/01/ ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head
I have a 1974 Fiat X/19 project that has been sitting since 1978 or '79 Stored in a controlled environment, or is it ready to sweep up with a broom and brush it into the dustbin like my 1975 Civic restoration project? (it was my first car, and had already been rust repaired and repainted a couple of years before I bought it in 1984) It has been stored in an attached unheated garage (stays above freezing) since I have owned it. Funny thing is, the passenger side floor had a hole rusted through when I got it. Rick _ The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?tile=multicalendarocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_5 ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - final chance - #22 head
So, now you can restore it as an antique. ;))) Wilton Sadly, with the exception of the Dino, Fiats are pretty much un-collectable. Fiat Dino http://www.dinospider.com/ http://www.vast.com/cars/used-for-sale-Fiat.Dino/location-unknown--unknown http://www.nadaguides.com/default.aspx?LI=1-22-1-5013-0-0-0l=1w=22p=1f=5014y=1972m=1269d=2703c=13vi=71000z=46368da=-1 Fiat X/19 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiat_X1/9 http://www.nadaguides.com/default.aspx?LI=1-22-1-5013-0-0-0l=1w=22p=1f=5014y=1974m=1269d=2711c=13vi=71018z=46368da=-1 Rick _ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3 ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again
Yeah, that's good; I may do that. Wilton - Original Message - From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 9:20 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again Install micro switch to trigger jsut before bottom to disconnect the down wire? On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 8:15 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: WILTON wrote: I agree wholeheartedly. I don't have any problem stopping it wherever or anywhere between full up and full down; I probably would not even have put it down, but what I need is a SWMBO-proof system. ;)) Current limiting device to drop the peak torque? Mitch. -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 sideshafts
Easy to say in the US, but I believe Peter is in the land of OZ, so it is not so simple. Someone on the list bought and used that tool to install new boots. Who was that and what is the website where you buy the tool and boots?I think it is dieselgiant.com but their website is down right now. Peter, The boots can be replaced, but it is hard to do without the expander tool. I don't know if the expanders or boots can be found in OZ, but you might find them there or in hong kong or Singapore. If you can afford the freight and any duties , Rusty does sell new axles with boots for about the price of a used axle from a junkyard in the USA. Buy new shafts from Rusty - they were less than the used from from the local MB salvage yard 9but more than from Kaleb) for the 124. On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 3:50 PM, Peter Merle merle.pe...@gmail.com wrote: Besides the complicated boot replacement according to the book is there a simplified solution. A friend has had two boot failures in quick succession and up to no we have just replaced entire shaft from a scrap yard but supply is limited. -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 sideshafts
Ah - forgot that. On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 10:11 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Easy to say in the US, but I believe Peter is in the land of OZ, so it is not so simple. -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] This guy is on crack
On Mon, 05 Apr 2010 19:57:00 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: I have a 1972 Mercedes-Benz 220-D Diesel 4door Car. This car is complete all window glass and complete interior. Car doesnt run or drive, but motor is all there. Call 903-421-2621 or 903-814-0254. He sure is! Craig ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 sideshafts
On Mon, 5 Apr 2010 22:41:03 -0500 OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: Ah - forgot that. On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 10:11 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Easy to say in the US, but I believe Peter is in the land of OZ, so it is not so simple. Actually, I think he's in South Africa, not Australia. Craig ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again
Umm the motors only have two wires; the switches are polarity reversing switches with off holding both lines hot... If you interrupt either line, it will go down and not come back up. How about wood blocks in the bottoms of the doors. -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Apr 5, 2010, at 23:16, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Yeah, that's good; I may do that. Wilton - Original Message - From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 9:20 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again Install micro switch to trigger jsut before bottom to disconnect the down wire? On Mon, Apr 5, 2010 at 8:15 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: WILTON wrote: I agree wholeheartedly. I don't have any problem stopping it wherever or anywhere between full up and full down; I probably would not even have put it down, but what I need is a SWMBO-proof system. ;)) Current limiting device to drop the peak torque? Mitch. -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time). ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again
On Tue, 6 Apr 2010 00:05:20 -0400 John Reames jwrea...@comcast.net wrote: Umm the motors only have two wires; the switches are polarity reversing switches with off holding both lines hot... If you interrupt either line, it will go down and not come back up. No, all he needs to do is wire a normally-closed microswitch in series with the down switch. When the window hits the microswitch, it will open and unground the motor wire, just like releasing the console switch does. How about wood blocks in the bottoms of the doors. That will still have the problem of motor torque twisting things. Craig ___ 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_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] W115 upper ball joint replacement - easy-peasy
Hello gang, Just a note of encouragement for others considering the replacement of the upper ball joint/guide joint on a W107/114/115. This is a relatively easy job, maybe 2 hours per side with diddling around, 30 minutes of actual labour. Note that, while it is theoretically possible to replace JUST the ball joint and not the entire a-arm, the price difference is only about $60, and for that you get new upper mount bushings and you avoid the labour of trying to drill out the riveted-in ball joint plate etc. Not worth it, IMHO. Here are a couple of possibly-helpful tips: 1. To aid the removal of the joint from the knuckle, I used the force of the spring itself in addition to a ball joint separator. I did this by inserting a used brake pad between the bottom of the upper arm and the subframe at the hinge point. This effectively means that the upper arm (instead of the shock absorber) serves as the limit stop for the spring. This puts the upper ball joint under tension, aiding the ball joint separator in its work. 2. To aid in reassembly, I used a short piece of 2x4 and a trolley jack to freeze the upper ball joint from turning during the tightening. Helpful tools: Trolley jack 19mm combo-wrench x 2 19mm socket Extension pipe that fits over the wrench Ball joint separator (gap width 3/4 width, gap depth 7/8, gap throw 2) Piece of 2x4 wood, about 8.5 long Here are the steps for we mortals without special tools and a lift/pit: NOTE: AT ALL TIMES LEAVE THE SHOCK ABSORBER CONNECTED, OTHERWISE YOU COULD BE INJURED. REMOVAL a) With the front wheel on the ground, jack up the car from the opposite corner (ie. if you are doing the driver's side, jack up the rear passenger side) until you can slip a sturdy object such as a brake pad between the upper arm and the subframe. If you ARE using a brake pad, put the lining facing DOWN on the subframe, since the arm itself is more of a point contact and may crumble the lining. Don't use anything too thick; you don't want to create too much tension. b) Lower the rear of the car onto the ground, loosen and chock wheels etc appropriately, turn steering wheel all the way towards the side you are working on, remove key, lock steering wheel, then raise and FIRMLY SUPPORT the front on the side where you are working, remove wheel etc. Check that the brake pad is still firmly planted and is indeed serving as a limit stop. c) Loosen but do not completely remove the locknut on the guide joint. You want to get it loose enough so that you can get it off once the ball joint separates, but not so loose that there's ANY risk of it being stripped/sheared off when the joint lets go. d) Apply the ball-joint separator and tighten until CRACK! the joint separates. This will be loud and shocking. e) Loosen the locknuts/bolts securing the arm to the subframe. Remove the locknuts, but LEAVE THE BOLTS in place. f) For safety (in case your shock absorber has failed and cannot serve as a limit stop), securely position a trolley jack under the bottom arm and compress the assembly slightly (1/2-inch or so, plus any movement caused by mushy subframe mounts). This will also serve to take some tension off the upper arm/brake pad deal. g) Carefully loosen the locknut to free the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle. MAKE SURE THAT YOU DO NOT ALLOW THE STEERING KNUCKLE TO FALL TO ONE SIDE, THUS POSSIBLY DAMAGING THE LOWER BALL JOINT. You can now remove the brake pad if you hadn't already. h) Carefully lower the bottom arm until the shock absorber stops the arm. It should not travel very far before stopping. i) You can now use the trolley jack to support the knuckle (at the wheel hub) while you remove and replace the upper arm. INSTALLATION j) With the new arm fully secured to the subframe, insert the ball joint stub into the knuckle and tighten the locknut. It will tighten to a point and then the balljoint itself will begin to rotate. Do not fret. k) Position a piece of 2x4 vertically between the leading edge of the upper arm and the wheel well stiffening ribs beside the shock absorber. With the trolley jack, carefully raise the lower suspension arm in order to place the 2x4 under reasonable pressure. The upper ball joint will be under compression via the knuckle from below and the 2x4 from above, thus freezing the upper ball joint so that you can tighten the locknut. Voila! D. ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fw: 126 rear window lift again
No, all he needs to do is wire a normally-closed microswitch in series with the down switch. When the window hits the microswitch, it will open and unground the motor wire, just like releasing the console switch does. And, as has already been stated, permanently lock the window in the down position. The motor only has two wires, just like a light bulb. If you disconnect one wire to a light bulb, will it light up again when you switch polarity to the other wire? No, it will not. How about wood blocks in the bottoms of the doors. That will still have the problem of motor torque twisting things. My recollection is that the down stop should be a separate stop against the arm, and that's often out of place. It should not be putting side force on the slider. The ONLY problem with the design is that the casting is a bit too flimsy for the material it is made out of. It warps with time, and usually cracks when you try to bend it back. The motor is stall current limited, it doesn't need any more complexity. It's pretty reliable as-is. The switches get dirty, or the castings break. Those are the big problems. -- Jim ___ 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_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 Trunk Seal
Odd question, but does the W123 trunk seal so well that it won't let water *out*? You mean if it's a swimming pool and slopping out of the top, or do you wonder if it has drains in the floor? (It should.) -- Jim ___ 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_okiebenz.com
