Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: 300SDL almost-overheating...
But someone here has had the situation where the vanes were erroded and the pump didn't. The vanes on the one I replaced in our SDL were some of the stoutest bits of metal I've seen. They're not going anywhere! -- 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Test Refrigerant
Well, I made a side-tapper out of a regular R12 tap, a coathanger, and two vise-grips. (Cut coathanger wire to length and twist two loops on the ends, and use the vise grips to clamp the loops together thus trapping the can tap against the can. One on each side. There, now it won't go anywhere and you pierce the can and then charge. Later I made a much more convenient tap out of a camp stove that mates with the test refrigerant can.) The rest of the equipment was pretty normal, in procurement and use. -- 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: 300SDL almost-overheating...
Iirc there is the cast iron it's a lump of solid cast iron impeller, and the it's a stamped steel widget version. Walt On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 2:25 AM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: But someone here has had the situation where the vanes were erroded and the pump didn't. The vanes on the one I replaced in our SDL were some of the stoutest bits of metal I've seen. They're not going anywhere! -- 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] The next Erma Bombeck?
I got this email from #1 Daughter today: Earlier in the week, I had talked her through replacing the negative battery cable on the SDL by herself. I was quite proud of her since she has never turned a wrench before, and always ran away when I tried to get her to work on a car. Before changing the cable, I had talked her through charging the battery, taking the neg terminal off, cleaning it and putting the terminal back on. Having FLAPS test the battery, Checking the positive terminal etc. She called me yesterday that the car was dead in a store parking lot. No lights, or buzzers. No headlights or parking lights. This was a battery that had suffered trauma a couple of years ago, so after all the prior work and testing, I had pretty much concluded that the battery may have an internal intermittent open circuit. She had already called her friend Keeley to come help her. They wanted to try to jump the battery. I had suggested taking it out and going a short distance to oreally and getting a new battery. I told her to call me back and let me know what happened. She never called but swmbo got a text much later that the battery tested ok. QUOTE* I thought I should paint this scenario for you... I have learned far more about the car battery than I ever thought possible...far more than I've ever wanted to know. Keely has little experience working on cars, as you could probably guess. Luckily Keely's boyfriend had jumper cables, but he didn't want to come help. So he showed her what to do as far as hooking it up on her car. Her battery is different so I'm glad, because it looked weird to me lol. He showed her and then he made her do it and watched her do it to make sure she got it right. He was going to send her with his car to come jump my car, but when he fully realized neither of us had jumped a car before, he decided it was better that she take her car rather than his lol. So, she came to rescue me. I knew she had said he showed her what to do, so I asked what he told her so that we were on the same page. I guess he didn't tell her which order to put everything on in, just how to do it on her car. So, we're unwinding and straightening out the cables and discussing this, which didn't take that long to discuss. Then we just stood there holding the cables (she was holding one set/side, I was holding the other set/side) trying to muster up the courage to actually give it a try. We discussed how we didn't want to blow up or get electrocuted. Somewhere in there, she got bit by a fire ant. She felt it big time. I thought she had gotten bit before, but she had never reacted like that, so she decided she didn't think it had ever been a fire ant. So I welcomed her to the south and said that was her Southern Initiation lol. Then we went back to talking about jumping the car. We finally decided we had stood around enough and it was time to just go for it. There were several comments (while laughing the whole time and being deliberately overdramatic) of it's been nice knowing you, it was fun while it lasted, you only live once, and the world is going to end anyway someday. We hooked them up, high fived, took them off, high fived again, and laughed about our initial hesitation to hook it up lol. After that, we hooked up the cables again, I turned the key, the lights came on, the glow light went out and the car started. So we took the cables off, in the correct sequence. How's that for a funny email story? :) ***END QUOTE After she got the car going, she went to FLAPS, had them test the battery again, and found out the battery was good. After she got home, she figured out the POSITIVE cable was loose. Either she loosened it or the FLAPS people loosened it. After I talked her through checking and tightening the cables before she put on the new Neg cable, I had her take the positive terminal off clean and reset it and tighten. I am pretty sure she did actually tighten it. Oh well! She figured it out and saved $100+ for a battery, and my old, ugly battery lives on. I thought the story was funny and might entertain some here. Those with young daughters, take note! Even if the early training doesn't stick, having to pay their own bills and clean up their own messes brings about change. I keep telling her she can have her SLK whenever she earns enough to buy and maintain one. ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The next Erma Bombeck?
At 4.5 years my daughter loves to come out in the garage or yard and help, not sure it will last Max -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
crap. So really if I was going to go long distances I would be better off pulling a trailer behind the duramax which would get 15 at least. On 6/23/2011 7:29 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: Single digits with a tailwind. Really. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Jun 23, 2011, at 8:28 PM, Kaleb C. Striplinka...@striplin.net wrote: Anybody know anything about rvs, travel trailers etc? One of my dealers got a 94 32? Ft winabago in on trade, can buy for 5k. Has a 454 gasser in it. Wonder what kind of mileage it would get? I don't even know how to turn on the power to the thing. Engine starts right up and runs great. Seems fancy for the year. Sent from my iPhone ___ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1388 / Virus Database: 1513/3722 - Release Date: 06/23/11 -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 99 E430, 99 E320. 97 E300, 95 E300, 93 300D, 92 500SEL, 92 300SD, 91 350SDL, 91 300D, 90 300D, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
For anywhere from the 8-10k range I have seen early 90s like 90-92 or so about the same size with cummins diesels in them. I would think that would get much better mileage. On 6/23/2011 9:23 PM, drcscru...@aol.com wrote: I had a 31 foot 454 holiday rambler motorhome with the turbo 400 transmission. It got about 7-9 miles per gallon. It really depends on how fast you drive it. If you drive about 55 it will get better mileage than if you drive 65-70 (as I did often). I had very little problem with the 454. I did change out the brakes and rotors on it and the parts were cheap. The parts are pretty much one ton chevrolet truck parts. The air conditioner never worked very well so, you need a generator to make sure your roof air conditioners work. I think 2 AC's are best (for southern climes). I do recommend that you have a gasoline generator vs a propane generator. It is a pain to have to do both propane and gasoline at the stops. I would definately check out the engine/trans with someone as the cost to exchange those out equal the cost of the motorhome. I presently have a diesel and love it, but I did pay more than 5k for it. For 5K you can have a lot of fun if you don't have costly mechanical problems. I will say the 454 was a good runner. -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplinka...@striplin.net To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thu, Jun 23, 2011 3:28 pm Subject: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes Anybody know anything about rvs, travel trailers etc? One of my dealers got a 94 32? Ft winabago in on trade, can buy for 5k. Has a 454 gasser in it. Wonder what kind of mileage it would get? I don't even know how to turn on the power to the thing. Engine starts right up and runs great. Seems fancy for the year. Sent from my iPhone ___ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1388 / Virus Database: 1513/3722 - Release Date: 06/23/11 -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 99 E430, 99 E320. 97 E300, 95 E300, 93 300D, 92 500SEL, 92 300SD, 91 350SDL, 91 300D, 90 300D, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Its a Winnebago, its got the big truck type tires on it like you sould see on a school bus. On 6/23/2011 7:49 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: What's the chassis, is it Winnebago or is it Chevy P30? I'm guessing it's a P30 bread van with a hugely extended frame and a flimsy camper shell on top. Didn't somebody here, like Poos, widely insult the overall quality of Winnebago camper shells, interiors, etc? Around here, you could probably sell a decent '94 Class A for $5k after using it for the summer. (unless prices have suffered since last year, fuel costs might scare away the buyers) ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1388 / Virus Database: 1513/3722 - Release Date: 06/23/11 -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 99 E430, 99 E320. 97 E300, 95 E300, 93 300D, 92 500SEL, 92 300SD, 91 350SDL, 91 300D, 90 300D, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 300SDL almost-overheating...
On Thu, Jun 23, 2011 at 9:45 PM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: Before taking that diagnosis stop the engine and feel the radiator behind the fan. It better not be cool, else the radiator is probably clogged and the fan is doing what it is supposed to. The heat from the radiator has to heat up the clutch first before it'll couple. Yes, I personally have wasted money on a new fan clutch when it was not the problem, and they're not cheap enough to not care. Good call, will endeavor to provoke it again and check. Thanks! -Tim though hopefully not at the Babies-R-Us, that is a crazy store ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
On this motor home deal wife wanting to go to Maine to visit family. Flights WAY too high right now so I told her only chance was cross country drive in the car. Then I got to thinking about just getting a RV of some sort. With a trailer we would just all ride in the pickup stopping overnight, if it was a motor home, it would probably be more comfortable. Then I did the math driving this 454 mh assuming 7mpg, and its close to 2k in fuel just to drive there and back. So I think that rules that out, I might as well fly. Only chance on a mh would be to find a diesel one. maybe even a class c that would probably get better mileage. This would would be fine though for smaller local trips I guess. On 6/24/2011 7:16 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: For anywhere from the 8-10k range I have seen early 90s like 90-92 or so about the same size with cummins diesels in them. I would think that would get much better mileage. On 6/23/2011 9:23 PM, drcscru...@aol.com wrote: I had a 31 foot 454 holiday rambler motorhome with the turbo 400 transmission. It got about 7-9 miles per gallon. It really depends on how fast you drive it. If you drive about 55 it will get better mileage than if you drive 65-70 (as I did often). I had very little problem with the 454. I did change out the brakes and rotors on it and the parts were cheap. The parts are pretty much one ton chevrolet truck parts. The air conditioner never worked very well so, you need a generator to make sure your roof air conditioners work. I think 2 AC's are best (for southern climes). I do recommend that you have a gasoline generator vs a propane generator. It is a pain to have to do both propane and gasoline at the stops. I would definately check out the engine/trans with someone as the cost to exchange those out equal the cost of the motorhome. I presently have a diesel and love it, but I did pay more than 5k for it. For 5K you can have a lot of fun if you don't have costly mechanical problems. I will say the 454 was a good runner. -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplinka...@striplin.net To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thu, Jun 23, 2011 3:28 pm Subject: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes Anybody know anything about rvs, travel trailers etc? One of my dealers got a 94 32? Ft winabago in on trade, can buy for 5k. Has a 454 gasser in it. Wonder what kind of mileage it would get? I don't even know how to turn on the power to the thing. Engine starts right up and runs great. Seems fancy for the year. Sent from my iPhone ___ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1388 / Virus Database: 1513/3722 - Release Date: 06/23/11 -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 99 E430, 99 E320. 97 E300, 95 E300, 93 300D, 92 500SEL, 92 300SD, 91 350SDL, 91 300D, 90 300D, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Definitely. These things were not designed to be thrifty when it comes to fuel. As others have said, if you are serious about this, look for a diesel. Another consideration would be to fond a diesel bus shell and finish (pimp) out the interior. You have the room for one in your back yard Dan Sent from my iPhone On Jun 24, 2011, at 8:13 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: crap. So really if I was going to go long distances I would be better off pulling a trailer behind the duramax which would get 15 at least. On 6/23/2011 7:29 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: Single digits with a tailwind. Really. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Jun 23, 2011, at 8:28 PM, Kaleb C. Striplinka...@striplin.net wrote: Anybody know anything about rvs, travel trailers etc? One of my dealers got a 94 32? Ft winabago in on trade, can buy for 5k. Has a 454 gasser in it. Wonder what kind of mileage it would get? I don't even know how to turn on the power to the thing. Engine starts right up and runs great. Seems fancy for the year. Sent from my iPhone ___ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1388 / Virus Database: 1513/3722 - Release Date: 06/23/11 -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 99 E430, 99 E320. 97 E300, 95 E300, 93 300D, 92 500SEL, 92 300SD, 91 350SDL, 91 300D, 90 300D, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: On this motor home deal wife wanting to go to Maine to visit family. Flights WAY too high right now so I told her only chance was cross country drive in the car. Then I got to thinking about just getting a RV of some sort. With a trailer we would just all ride in the pickup stopping overnight, if it was a motor home, it would probably be more comfortable. Then I did the math driving this 454 mh assuming 7mpg, and its close to 2k in fuel just to drive there and back. So I think that rules that out, I might as well fly. Only chance on a mh would be to find a diesel one. maybe even a class c that would probably get better mileage. This would would be fine though for smaller local trips I guess. A class B Ford diesel or Sprinter would be ideal, but I doubt you'll find one in the four digit price range unless you buy a used up cargo van and convert it to MH. Seems like almost all the Ford Bs have 4.9s and all the Cs have V10s. A friend of mine custom ordered a Ford class B 2-3 years ago and has toured the USA and the southern half of Canada in it. She did not pay the extra $5k for the diesel. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Pack 'em in a 190D, get a tent and a cook stove, get back to nature and save a ton of money. Max -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] pressure washers
And don't let it freeze (with any water inside) next winter. Scott Ritchey 1982 300SD 230k mi -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Thursday, June 23, 2011 12:26 To: Diesel List Subject: Re: [MBZ] pressure washers At the risk of hijacking the thread (too late!) Sta-bil is filth and will, left to its own devices gum up in about a year. Seriously, leave a can of it on the shelf for a year and it'll develop clots... The marine Sta-bil doesn't do that (bought a bottle last year and left it at camp as an experiment). I haven't tried it yet to see how it does stabilizing the fuel though. Best thing to do is run it out of fuel and store it empty, if you can't do that put in 2oz of SeaFoam gas additive or the fuel stabilizer the POR15 people sell. Both are about 2x the price of Sta-bil but work very well. -Curt Date: Wed, 22 Jun 2011 15:29:00 -0700 From: G Mann g2ma...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] pressure washers Message-ID: BANLkTi=yVRnW7gj11QoO=wplmsnweuv...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 All good points about bigger is better if you want to really peel paint with it. I presently have a Honda powered [8 hp] one that puts out 3500 psi at the tip. It has the quick disconnect tip set which I find very handy since it allows lots of variation in the washers use. I also purchased a separate attachment for it that uses water pressure to blast sand. Previous sand blasters I've had used air pressure and were always over tasking the compressors. At 3500 PSI water pressure , not the case. Talk about power cleaning !!! Down to bare metal in seconds. Obviously, do not use it on sheet metal parts. In the past year of use, no problems with the engine or wash pump. I suggest that for winter storage you want to use a product called Staybil in the gas tank which keeps the fuel from turning to varnish, and make sure the hoses and pump are drained of water if you are above the freeze line. Bigger cost more money, so the question to be answered is what do I really want to use it for... a smaller unit with 2000 PSI pressure will do a nice job if you are only washing your car of hosing off the deck, but if you run mud bogs and have sea gulls on the deck you will need more volume and pressure, thus more cost. ___ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Max Dillon wrote: Pack 'em in a 190D, get a tent and a cook stove, get back to nature and save a ton of money. If Spencer is out of a child seat, that MIGHT be possible. No way you're going to fit two teens and a child seat in the back of a W201. ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
When are you going, Kaleb? Bob R On Jun 24, 2011 6:48 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Max Dillon wrote: Pack 'em in a 190D, get a tent and a cook stove, get back to nature and save a ton of money. If Spencer is out of a child seat, that MIGHT be possible. No way you're going to fit two teens and a child seat in the back of a W201. ___ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
At 08:26 AM 6/24/2011, Dan wrote: (snip) Another consideration would be to fond a diesel bus shell and finish (pimp) out the interior. You have the room for one in your back yard There are people very much interested in this. www.busnut.com is a fun place to visit. So many dreams half done. Dave Gilmore, Cameron WV Heart Attacks - God's revenge for eating his animal friends ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
I also had a 5.9 cummins 1993 gulfstream. It had 190 hp and it got about the same mileage. It was woefully underpowered. I also had the 4 speed transmission vs the 6 speed. I had a fried that had 5.9 cummins that had 230 hp with the 6 speed transmission and it got better mileage and had improved performance. The 454 is probably better in some ways than the 190 cummins in my opinion (tho it was a pusher and hence quieter). I would prefer the 230 tho over the 454. The 454 is a good gas motorhome. I think for the dollar and value it would be great. I agree that the gas mileage difference is not much different (if any). Again, it comes down to how fast you go. With the 190 you can not go over about 60-65 and hard to maintain even 55 over modest hills. -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Fri, Jun 24, 2011 7:16 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes For anywhere from the 8-10k range I have seen early 90s like 90-92 r so about the same size with cummins diesels in them. I would hink that would get much better mileage. On 6/23/2011 9:23 PM, drcscru...@aol.com wrote: I had a 31 foot 454 holiday rambler motorhome with the turbo 400 transmission. t got about 7-9 miles per gallon. It really depends on how fast you drive it. f you drive about 55 it will get better mileage than if you drive 65-70 (as I id often). I had very little problem with the 454. I did change out the rakes and rotors on it and the parts were cheap. The parts are pretty much one on chevrolet truck parts. The air conditioner never worked very well so, you eed a generator to make sure your roof air conditioners work. I think 2 AC's re best (for southern climes). I do recommend that you have a gasoline enerator vs a propane generator. It is a pain to have to do both propane and asoline at the stops. I would definately check out the engine/trans with omeone as the cost to exchange those out equal the cost of the motorhome. I resently have a diesel and love it, but I did pay more than 5k for it. For 5K ou can have a lot of fun if you don't have costly mechanical problems. I will say the 454 was a good runner. -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplinka...@striplin.net To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thu, Jun 23, 2011 3:28 pm Subject: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes Anybody know anything about rvs, travel trailers etc? One of my dealers got a 94 32? Ft winabago in on trade, can buy for 5k. Has a 454 gasser in it. Wonder what kind of mileage it would get? I don't even know how to turn on the power o the thing. Engine starts right up and runs great. Seems fancy for the year. Sent from my iPhone ___ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1388 / Virus Database: 1513/3722 - Release Date: 06/23/11 -- aleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 99 E430, 99 E320. 97 E300, 95 E300, 93 300D, 92 500SEL, 92 300SD, 91 350SDL, 91 300D, 90 300D, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 85 190D, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 76 240D, 76 300D ttp://www.okiebenz.com ___ ttp://www.okiebenz.com or new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com o search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: ttp://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Ok, move up to an E or even an S class, idea is a diesel car and tents and sleeping bags. I spent nearly every summer seeing the country that way, four kids plus mom and pop. Some times we even had a car with air conditioning! Max -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Max Dillon wrote: Pack 'em in a 190D, get a tent and a cook stove, get back to nature and save a ton of money. If Spencer is out of a child seat, that MIGHT be possible. No way you're going to fit two teens and a child seat in the back of a W201._ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
I was thinking about a shell of an old Greyhound Scenicruiser. I seem to recall someplace in the Midwest (Cincinnati?) having a business that sold shells and rolling chassis. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Jun 24, 2011, at 10:22 AM, David Kristin Gilmore dandkgilm...@frontier.com wrote: At 08:26 AM 6/24/2011, Dan wrote: (snip) Another consideration would be to fond a diesel bus shell and finish (pimp) out the interior. You have the room for one in your back yard There are people very much interested in this. www.busnut.com is a fun place to visit. So many dreams half done. Dave Gilmore, Cameron WV Heart Attacks - God's revenge for eating his animal friends ___ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fire Extinguisher for Car?
I have one EXACTLY like that in my house, its mounted above the basement stairs in about the least convenient place possible... I bought a couple new ones, mounted one about 8 feet from the old one but at the top of the stairs just inside the door where its handy to grab if the kitchen is on fire. -Curt Date: Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:38:30 -0700 From: Jerry Herrman jer...@san.rr.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Fire Extinguisher for Car? Message-ID: F9BCF01F82324ED19920FD6D3E0ACBE2@JerryPC Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Going through my old boxes, I came across this device that appears to be a diminutive automotive fire extinguisher with mounting bracket, possibly a rechargeable one. See the attached picture. One of you senior guys recognize this? It looks too small to be of value in a real fire. When I turn the knob, I hear hissing. Given that it is made of brass, it must be from years ago. Would look good in my 240D, maybe? Can someone provide facts about this thing and how/when it was used? Doesn't look like it would come from Pep Boys or other discount store. More about the old boxes in a later submission. Jerry 1982 240D 1991 Volvo 240 ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
There is one of those up the road moldering in some guy's yard. I remember ridin them dogs back when I was a kid, always liked that first row of the upper deck. --R On 6/24/11 11:06 AM, Dan Penoff wrote: I was thinking about a shell of an old Greyhound Scenicruiser. I seem to recall someplace in the Midwest (Cincinnati?) having a business that sold shells and rolling chassis. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Jun 24, 2011, at 10:22 AM, David Kristin Gilmoredandkgilm...@frontier.com wrote: At 08:26 AM 6/24/2011, Dan wrote: (snip) Another consideration would be to fond a diesel bus shell and finish (pimp) out the interior. You have the room for one in your back yard There are people very much interested in this. www.busnut.com is a fun place to visit. So many dreams half done. Dave Gilmore, Cameron WV Heart Attacks - God's revenge for eating his animal friends ___ 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://mail.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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Breaking up is hard to do...
On 23/06/2011 6:11 PM, Allan Streib wrote: Randy Bennellrbenn...@bennell.ca writes: There are good people out there. It just is a bit hard to find them. Often times it is a case of you get what you pay for. There is a local Mercedes indy in my town. He is excellent, but not cheap. He is a one-man shop (his wife does books and answers the phone). When I've taken my car there for the occasional job that I was just to busy to get to myself, I've felt the hit in my checking account but never had to return to have anything re-done and never felt it was anything other than top-notch workmanship. That's worth paying for, IMO. Allan So, how do his rates compare with the bigger shops / dealers? I know of someone here who works out of a big garage behind his house. I won't say his rates are cheap but they are a lot less than the local dealers on an hourly basis. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
On 23/06/2011 6:19 PM, Allan Streib wrote: Just today a 19 year old was killed in a head-on crash here. She was driving a Chevy Aveo hatchback (a rebadged Daewoo), drifted off the side of a two-lane highway, apparently overcorrected and came across into oncoming traffic, hit an Audi sedan head-on. Her car was totally destroyed and as mentioned she was killed. The Audi driver and passenger suffered non life-threatening injuries. I fear we are going to see more of the same as these tiny low-cost import cars become more prevalent. Even Honda Civics scare me. My son's girl friend, my mother, my sister, my nephew, and my niece, all drive Honda Civics. Good cars, but SMALL when compared to F250's etc. The even smaller cars really give me the creeps! 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
I don't think a school bus will get appreciably better mileage, you'd really want a grey dog or the like. The gold standard for bus conversions is the Victorian RV http://steampunkworkshop.com/bus1.shtml -Curt Date: Fri, 24 Jun 2011 08:26:02 -0400 From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes Message-ID: 08e0007a-3a44-4ad6-b634-6150fb9db...@yahoo.com Content-Type: text/plain;charset=us-ascii Definitely. These things were not designed to be thrifty when it comes to fuel. As others have said, if you are serious about this, look for a diesel. Another consideration would be to fond a diesel bus shell and finish (pimp) out the interior. You have the room for one in your back yard Dan ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
On 23/06/2011 8:27 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: 32' winabago ... Has a 454 gasser... Wonder what kind of mileage 6, maybe 8. -- Jim Sounds about right. A friend has bought 2 motorhomes in 2 years, both from down south - North or South Carolina and Florida if I recall. The first was similar to what you describe. 454 Chevy. He drove it home to Winnipeg without much trouble except for some alternator issues. They used it last summer and decided it was a good addition to the family toys. So, this year he bought another one. Still looking to sell the first one. That big gas V8 probably scares most folks away. The new one, is a 42 footer with a 8 point something liter Cummins diesel pusher. He drove it home from down south in December or January and said it did much better on fuel. If you plan to travel with one, buy a diesel! 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
crap. So really if I was going to go long distances I would be better off pulling a trailer behind the duramax which would get 15 at least. I asked a neighbor of mine why he was taking his family on vacation using his truck and a pop-up tent trailer, as opposed to using a class c motor home he picked up for cheap. He explained that when you get to the place where you are going to camp, it is truly a pain to pack up the motor home and go to the corner store to buy groceries, propane, or whatever. With a trailer, you set up the trailer, then if you need something, you jump in the truck, or SUV and go. Way less hassle. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Test Refrigerant
On Thu, Jun 23, 2011 at 7:13 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: I am quite able to improvise, but would rather not spend the time figuring it out and bodging it all up, reinventing the test refrigerant system yet again. I promise not to sue you or your spawn. I've got 134 gauges, a vac pump, a propane torch, a coupla old portable propane grills, etc. It's too bad straight propane doesn't work as well as propane+isobutane according to Jim's experiments. If the former were the case I bet you could find the parts at McMaster or somewhere to make an adapter to hook a 1 lb propane bottle directly to the center connection on the A/C gauge set. That would be a nice tidy solution. Or just order some ES-12 and be done with it. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Well with the big motor homes most people pull a car behind for this purpose Sent from my iPhone On Jun 24, 2011, at 11:08 AM, Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: crap. So really if I was going to go long distances I would be better off pulling a trailer behind the duramax which would get 15 at least. I asked a neighbor of mine why he was taking his family on vacation using his truck and a pop-up tent trailer, as opposed to using a class c motor home he picked up for cheap. He explained that when you get to the place where you are going to camp, it is truly a pain to pack up the motor home and go to the corner store to buy groceries, propane, or whatever. With a trailer, you set up the trailer, then if you need something, you jump in the truck, or SUV and go. Way less hassle. 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:31:46 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Well with the big motor homes most people pull a car behind for this purpose That's true, but 15 versus 7 mpg should heavily bias the decision toward a trailer, I should think. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Well, I think the benefit of the motorhome over the truck camper combo is that the trip there in the motorhome is better. If one is going to be at one spot for a longer time then I really believe that a truck trailer is better. But, if one is going to be some where for only a day or two then a motorhome is pretty much ready to go in a moments notice. Also the frige is full (hopefully) and the bed is there for passengers to rest while the on the road. It beats the heck out of trying to sleep in an auto. To get better mileage then you almost have to have a smaller diesel motorhome. The 30+ foot jobs by in large are not going to get over 10mpg. The smaller ones can. You basicly have a house going down the highway. The bigger the house, the heavier and hence less mpg. -Original Message- From: Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Fri, Jun 24, 2011 11:08 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes crap. So really if I was going to go long distances I would be better off pulling a trailer behind the duramax which would get 15 at least. I asked a neighbor of mine why he was taking his family on vacation using his ruck and a pop-up tent railer, as opposed to using a class c motor home he picked up for cheap. He xplained that when you get to he place where you are going to camp, it is truly a pain to pack up the motor ome and go to the corner store o buy groceries, propane, or whatever. With a trailer, you set up the trailer, hen if you need something, you jump in the truck, r SUV and go. Way less hassle. Rick __ ttp://www.okiebenz.com or new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com o search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: ttp://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Yea plus I just unhook the truck and drive to town Sent from my iPhone On Jun 24, 2011, at 12:45 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:31:46 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Well with the big motor homes most people pull a car behind for this purpose That's true, but 15 versus 7 mpg should heavily bias the decision toward a trailer, I should think. 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
I got your motorhome: http://www.GovDeals.com/index.cfm?fa=Main.Itemitemid=389acctid=3015 They have a few others for sale right now, but those have engine issues. This one looks pretty good. Let me know if you need me to go take a look at it Dan From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 1:56 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes Yea plus I just unhook the truck and drive to town Sent from my iPhone On Jun 24, 2011, at 12:45 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:31:46 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Well with the big motor homes most people pull a car behind for this purpose That's true, but 15 versus 7 mpg should heavily bias the decision toward a trailer, I should think. 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://mail.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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
LWB250 wrote: I got your motorhome: http://www.GovDeals.com/index.cfm?fa=Main.Itemitemid=389acctid=3015 You get an employee discount on those? http://www.powerstroke.org/forum/general-diesel-discussion/59431-3126-cat-motor.html ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Its baby time
I'm happy to share some good news! Janet and I had a son this week! Sidney Jacob Kopchinski was born on Wednesday afternoon, 6lbs, 10 oz. One picture lives here for now http://www.sidkop.com/ Mother and son are feeling good and doing well. In Mercedes related content: his baby seat just fits in the middle rear seat of the W124 wagon. I think I'm going to install some rings to where the seat belts attach to use the latch system. I don't really like how the lap belt holds the seat in. However, the seat fits wonderfully in a long wheel base W126, confirming that nobody needs a minivan, just a big old Mercedes. Now I need to somehow find the time and energy to replace the AC compressor in the W126. I'm sure I can it done in the few weeks before I go back to work! Jaime ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
On 23/06/2011 11:00 PM, OK Don wrote: Back in Sept. of '08, we had a discussion about washer lint in septic systems that must have been interesting, since I remembered it. We are going to be moving to a house with well and septic systems, so I'm getting even more interested. I know that the current owners/residents have done nothing with the septic system for the five years they've lived there (all four of them). I'm interested in hearing more about gray water recycling systems that you've built/used. I think it will good to minimize the load on the septic system, and my wife plans to maintain a lot of plants and trees, not to mention the gardens she has in mind. This is in rural Oklahoma with little to no regulation, so those should not be a hurdle to deal with. Thanks, OK Don Google! There is a fair amount of information on the net. This is something that appeals to me as well. My thoughts were more in terms of filtering water from the shower and re-using it to flush toilets. We live in a city that meters and sells us water and charges us sewer rates as well based upon water consumption. I could save $$ if I re-cycled the cleaner water. However, my reading of the subject on the net sort of caused me to hold off as the issue of filtering seemed like it might be difficult or expensive. The water can become rancid (not sure if that would be the correct term). My basic thought was a swimming pool filter but that was about as far as I got before I backed off. I also suspect that this sort of thing would not meet plumbing codes although I see items in the local papers touting the idea so it might come to pass that it is OK before long. I hope others come up with more interesting comments than I have and will be happy to read along. Randy By the way - where are you moving and why? ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Its baby time
On 24/06/2011 1:47 PM, Jaime Kopchinski wrote: I'm happy to share some good news! Janet and I had a son this week! Sidney Jacob Kopchinski was born on Wednesday afternoon, 6lbs, 10 oz. One picture lives here for now http://www.sidkop.com/ Mother and son are feeling good and doing well. In Mercedes related content: his baby seat just fits in the middle rear seat of the W124 wagon. I think I'm going to install some rings to where the seat belts attach to use the latch system. I don't really like how the lap belt holds the seat in. However, the seat fits wonderfully in a long wheel base W126, confirming that nobody needs a minivan, just a big old Mercedes. Now I need to somehow find the time and energy to replace the AC compressor in the W126. I'm sure I can it done in the few weeks before I go back to work! Jaime ___ Marvellous! Enjoy for all it is worth. They grow up quickly. My boys are now 26 and 22. I still remember them as happy, chubby babies and toddlers but those images are fading. They are both tall and slim - taller than me. Don't let other things get in the way of life at home. I spent several years as a leader in Beavers, Cubs and Scouts with both of them. We had good times doing that, among other things. We went canoeing and camping etc. They now have lives of their own and don't always have enough time for me (in my opinion) but I think my wife and I did a fine job raising them. They are both hard working and productive young fellows. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
On 24/06/2011 11:08 AM, Rick Knoble wrote: crap. So really if I was going to go long distances I would be better off pulling a trailer behind the duramax which would get 15 at least. I asked a neighbor of mine why he was taking his family on vacation using his truck and a pop-up tent trailer, as opposed to using a class c motor home he picked up for cheap. He explained that when you get to the place where you are going to camp, it is truly a pain to pack up the motor home and go to the corner store to buy groceries, propane, or whatever. With a trailer, you set up the trailer, then if you need something, you jump in the truck, or SUV and go. Way less hassle. Rick ___ That is why you tow the car on the trailer behind the motor home. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
On 24/06/2011 12:45 PM, Craig wrote: On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:31:46 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Well with the big motor homes most people pull a car behind for this purpose That's true, but 15 versus 7 mpg should heavily bias the decision toward a trailer, I should think. Craig My friend Geoff, that I referred to earlier about buying the motorhome in the south last winter and driving it home To Canada, said that he was impressed with the mileage. I am going by memory here and my recollection might not be exactly correct but essentially it is that on the leg from Chicago to Minneapolis in December or January of this past winter, it did better than 10 mpg (US gallon - not Imperial) at 85 mph while dragging his PT Cruiser behind on a dolly. I don't recall exactly what brand it is but it is a 42 foot diesel pusher with an 8 point something liter Cummins diesel. Essentially a Greyhound bus with furniture. Geoff was holding the speed down around 60 mph when he drove but a friend who went along to help, drove the Chicago to Minneapolis leg while Geoff slept. He only knows how fast they were going because he checked the GPS after the fact. He was not truly thrilled that his helper had driven that fast in winter, towing a car etc. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Its baby time
On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:47:53 -0400 Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: I'm happy to share some good news! Janet and I had a son this week! Sidney Jacob Kopchinski was born on Wednesday afternoon, 6lbs, 10 oz. Congratulations! 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Camaro with a 4 cylinder
I know there will soon be a 5 cylinder Camaro if my friend doesn't wimp out... Walt On Thu, Jun 23, 2011 at 3:37 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Randy Bennell wrote: No wonder they stopped producing Camaros. It must have been a sad day when they installed the 1st 4 cylinder engine in one. Third gen Camaro was a response to high fuel prices and the Fox body Mustang. From Wiki: The third generation Camaro was produced from 1982 to 1992. These were the first Camaros to offer modern fuel injection, Turbo-Hydramatic 700R4 four-speed automatic transmissions, five speed manual transmissions, 16 inch wheels, a standard 4-cylinder engine,[8] and hatchback bodies. The cars were nearly 500 pounds (227 kg) lighter than the second generation model. ___ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
I've got a groundwater well for a water supply, so my septic tank and drainfield make up a 'gray water recycling system'. ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
On 24/06/2011 2:30 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: I've got a groundwater well for a water supply, so my septic tank and drainfield make up a 'gray water recycling system'. _ Let me suggest having your water tested regularly. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Breaking up is hard to do...
On Thu, Jun 23, 2011 at 9:30 PM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: Sounds like your radio is back-feeding power from the clock circuit to the keyed circuit. Is this a stock radio? Yes, Becker Grand Prix. My son casually mentioned that he thinks I have another one just like it, so perhaps we will find it this weekend and I can try it. I need to clean up the parts shelf, and the kids need to clean up the rest of the house... :) Thanks, -Tim ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
85 mph? Wonder if the helper has seen the new TV show, Arrested in a Foreign Country, yet? ; Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 3:12 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes On 24/06/2011 12:45 PM, Craig wrote: On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:31:46 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Well with the big motor homes most people pull a car behind for this purpose That's true, but 15 versus 7 mpg should heavily bias the decision toward a trailer, I should think. Craig My friend Geoff, that I referred to earlier about buying the motorhome in the south last winter and driving it home To Canada, said that he was impressed with the mileage. I am going by memory here and my recollection might not be exactly correct but essentially it is that on the leg from Chicago to Minneapolis in December or January of this past winter, it did better than 10 mpg (US gallon - not Imperial) at 85 mph while dragging his PT Cruiser behind on a dolly. I don't recall exactly what brand it is but it is a 42 foot diesel pusher with an 8 point something liter Cummins diesel. Essentially a Greyhound bus with furniture. Geoff was holding the speed down around 60 mph when he drove but a friend who went along to help, drove the Chicago to Minneapolis leg while Geoff slept. He only knows how fast they were going because he checked the GPS after the fact. He was not truly thrilled that his helper had driven that fast in winter, towing a car etc. 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Camaro with a 4 cylinder
Ask me about the perfect 5 cyl. engine to fit into a Camaro! On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 3:19 PM, Walt Zarnoch zarnoch...@gmail.com wrote: I know there will soon be a 5 cylinder Camaro if my friend doesn't wimp out... Walt On Thu, Jun 23, 2011 at 3:37 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Randy Bennell wrote: No wonder they stopped producing Camaros. It must have been a sad day when they installed the 1st 4 cylinder engine in one. Third gen Camaro was a response to high fuel prices and the Fox body Mustang. From Wiki: The third generation Camaro was produced from 1982 to 1992. These were the first Camaros to offer modern fuel injection, Turbo-Hydramatic 700R4 four-speed automatic transmissions, five speed manual transmissions, 16 inch wheels, a standard 4-cylinder engine,[8] and hatchback bodies. The cars were nearly 500 pounds (227 kg) lighter than the second generation model. ___ 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://mail.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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Camaro with a 4 cylinder
What do you think should go in there? I'm thinking the 617.95x from an 84 300SD. (we pulled it yesterday in the middle of a thunderstorm, felt like I jumped in a pool with cloths on. Was better than when I pulled my engine in 4 inches of snow one February...) Walt On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 3:46 PM, andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Ask me about the perfect 5 cyl. engine to fit into a Camaro! On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 3:19 PM, Walt Zarnoch zarnoch...@gmail.com wrote: I know there will soon be a 5 cylinder Camaro if my friend doesn't wimp out... Walt On Thu, Jun 23, 2011 at 3:37 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Randy Bennell wrote: No wonder they stopped producing Camaros. It must have been a sad day when they installed the 1st 4 cylinder engine in one. Third gen Camaro was a response to high fuel prices and the Fox body Mustang. From Wiki: The third generation Camaro was produced from 1982 to 1992. These were the first Camaros to offer modern fuel injection, Turbo-Hydramatic 700R4 four-speed automatic transmissions, five speed manual transmissions, 16 inch wheels, a standard 4-cylinder engine,[8] and hatchback bodies. The cars were nearly 500 pounds (227 kg) lighter than the second generation model. ___ 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://mail.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://mail.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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Its baby time
On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 2:47 PM, Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: I'm happy to share some good news! Janet and I had a son this week! Sidney Jacob Kopchinski was born on Wednesday afternoon, 6lbs, 10 oz. Congratulations! and glad all are well. In Mercedes related content: his baby seat just fits in the middle rear seat of the W124 wagon. I think I'm going to install some rings to where the seat belts attach to use the latch system. I don't really like how the lap belt holds the seat in. However, the seat fits wonderfully in a I -hated- the LATCH in our Fords. It was weak, couldn't tighten it to my satisfaction, and all around not that useful. If you have a carrier then take the base, put your knee into it, and tighten the belt - you'll get it such that it won't move without the car, and the strength of the belt is much more than the little LATCH strings on the carseat offer. I did get such that I had the middle belt to an appropriate length in the Volvo, and just put a lot of force into the seat - but it is a lot easier with a base, easier enough that I plan to buy one again this time around. Anyway, the benefit of LATCH is that it is easier to move around, but moreso that it is dummy-proof; if you are sufficiently able to figure out what the dummy might be doing wrong, and avoid it, then it's not necessarily incrementally useful. :) long wheel base W126, confirming that nobody needs a minivan, just a big old Mercedes. I hope so, I'm banking on having 3 (two toddler, one infant) in the back of the SDL come winter. Now I need to somehow find the time and energy to replace the AC compressor in the W126. I'm sure I can it done in the few weeks before I go back to work! Meh, you're in the NE, just keep the windows down. Didn't Curt recently tell us AC was making us weak? :) -Tim lacks MB AC owned 6 good Britax toddler car seats at one point ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
The stuff in a septic tank is blackwater. You can also install a sludgehammer which will change the breakdown of your septic goo to a much cleaner aerobic decomposition and lessen the possibility of your blackwater recycling system crapping up your leachfield and making you ill. Randy Bennell wrote: On 24/06/2011 2:30 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: I've got a groundwater well for a water supply, so my septic tank and drainfield make up a 'gray water recycling system'. _ Let me suggest having your water tested regularly. 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 11:31 AM, Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: Even Honda Civics scare me. My son's girl friend, my mother, my sister, my nephew, and my niece, all drive Honda Civics. Good cars, but SMALL when compared to F250's etc. I parked the '77 300D next to an Altima the other day. Shorter, narrower, ... I realized I have been driving a compact, I guess I can park in those spaces after all. -Tim nonetheless feels relatively safe in it ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Rick Knoble wrote: I asked a neighbor of mine why he was taking his family on vacation using his truck and a pop-up tent trailer, as opposed to using a class c motor home he picked up for cheap. He explained that when you get to the place where you are going to camp, it is truly a pain to pack up the motor home and go to the corner store to buy groceries, propane, or whatever. With a trailer, you set up the trailer, then if you need something, you jump in the truck, or SUV and go. Way less hassle. Conversely, many states won't allow passengers in a moving trailer, so everyone must buckle down in the tow vehicle. In a self-propelled chassis, roaming inside is allowed. -- 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
Lee wrote: The stuff in a septic tank is blackwater. Yeah, but stuff that used to be graywater got added to it, so it's recycling the graywater. I assume that a little dilution is good for the septic tank, especially now that I can't buy a high flow toilet. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Its baby time
Awesome news, congratulations! Is this baby number one? I'm guessing you probably wouldn't be figuring out the car seat thing if this was number two or five... Max -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: I'm happy to share some good news! Janet and I had a son this week! Sidney Jacob Kopchinski was born on Wednesday afternoon, 6lbs, 10 oz. One picture lives here for now http://www.sidkop.com/ Mother and son are feeling good and doing well. In Mercedes related content: his baby seat just fits in the middle rear seat of the W124 wagon. I think I'm going to install some rings to where the seat belts attach to use the latch system. I don't really like how the lap belt holds the seat in. However, the seat fits wonderfully in a long wheel base W126, confirming that nobody needs a minivan, just a big old Mercedes. Now I need to somehow find the time and energy to replace the AC compressor in the W126. I'm sure I can it done in the few weeks before I go back to work! Jaime_ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
Tim C wrote: I parked the '77 300D next to an Altima the other day. Shorter, narrower, ... I realized I have been driving a compact, I guess I can park in those spaces after all. And there's no comparison between a first generation Civic and a current one. Mine was the heavier hatchback, with the big 1488cc CVCC engine and Hondamatic, 1860lb according to the title. I think a 1169cc sedan with 4sp was under 1700lb. NHTSA gives one star front seat crash rating for a 1979 Civic (last of the first generation) and five stars for 2001-2011. ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
As long as your leach lines and the leach field of the septic system are not clogged with roots or biological waste... eh... the septic system should be happy with household water volume. I would suggest that you quickly go buy some enzyme to put into the septic system. Only takes a few spoonfuls in each toilet to start the little bugs and they grow and eat what is sent down the pipes. It will make your septic tank last a long time between pump outs and save you a bunch of trouble. If the tank hasn't been pumped out for 5 years, and it was a family of 4, strongly suggest a call to your local guy who does septic pump outs and start clean if there is such a thing in septic world. Grant... On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 11:50 AM, Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: On 23/06/2011 11:00 PM, OK Don wrote: Back in Sept. of '08, we had a discussion about washer lint in septic systems that must have been interesting, since I remembered it. We are going to be moving to a house with well and septic systems, so I'm getting even more interested. I know that the current owners/residents have done nothing with the septic system for the five years they've lived there (all four of them). I'm interested in hearing more about gray water recycling systems that you've built/used. I think it will good to minimize the load on the septic system, and my wife plans to maintain a lot of plants and trees, not to mention the gardens she has in mind. This is in rural Oklahoma with little to no regulation, so those should not be a hurdle to deal with. Thanks, OK Don Google! There is a fair amount of information on the net. This is something that appeals to me as well. My thoughts were more in terms of filtering water from the shower and re-using it to flush toilets. We live in a city that meters and sells us water and charges us sewer rates as well based upon water consumption. I could save $$ if I re-cycled the cleaner water. However, my reading of the subject on the net sort of caused me to hold off as the issue of filtering seemed like it might be difficult or expensive. The water can become rancid (not sure if that would be the correct term). My basic thought was a swimming pool filter but that was about as far as I got before I backed off. I also suspect that this sort of thing would not meet plumbing codes although I see items in the local papers touting the idea so it might come to pass that it is OK before long. I hope others come up with more interesting comments than I have and will be happy to read along. Randy By the way - where are you moving and why? __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/**archive/http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/**mailman/listinfo/mercedes_**okiebenz.comhttp://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] AC BLOWS ICE COLD
Speaking of AC charging - My '89 Ford Van needed a recharge yearly until I asked the tech to install a can of stop leak I offered him. I'd bought several stop leak cans ~5 years before and held on to them. This was the 1st time I'd had a chance to use it and was surprised to learn it works! I was always suspicious of mechanic in a can but this time it worked. 1.5 years and still blowing cold! LarryT 91 300D -Original Message- From: Max Dillon Sent: Tuesday, June 21, 2011 7:14 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] AC BLOWS ICE COLD Excellent! Did you flush any components or just repair leaks, new drier and recharge? Very respectfully, /s/ Max Dillon '87 300TD 334k miles (Off with the head!) '95 E300 283k miles (daily driving duties) '73 Balboa 20 (High dry until the head is back on) Charleston SC From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Mon, June 20, 2011 6:28:57 PM Subject: [MBZ] AC BLOWS ICE COLD 96F this afternoon, the 134 converted Mamabenz was BLOWING ICE COLD. It was even making condensation on the outside of the windshield at the base above the vents. I was impressed. --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://mail.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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - Morgages
Long ago, I read, particularly in Consumer Reports, how credit unions are a much better deal for their members, etc. I tried to put that into practice. My sad experience is that I always could do better at a bank. That's even before an old friend became president of my bank. I don't know why, but I do know what. 9 and 11. Re: OT - mortgages Message: 9 Date: Sat, 18 Jun 2011 17:11:47 -0500 From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com I'd forgotten them. The last time I went to them for a new car loan (1997) they were more expensive than a local bank, but it's worth checking. Thanks -- On Sat, Jun 18, 2011 at 4:04 PM, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: Don't forget credit unions, too. Our local CU has very competitive rates and products, not to mention they are very good to work with. After all, we're not just a depositor, we're an owner. We are getting closed to wrapping up a short sale (hopefully!) and have the CU on the hook with everything poised and ready to go. I can call my loan officer directly, ask questions, etc., whenever I want. They are so much easier to work with, not to mention that we pay nothing in fees for our bank accounts, and we even earn interest on them (albeit MIT much these days...) Dan Message: 11 Date: Sat, 18 Jun 2011 18:17:04 -0400 From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - mortgages The rates at our CU are competitive, as well them having an in-house title and real estate group that gives discounted fees to members. We will save about $1500 on our closing costs due to this. I did shop around for better terms/rates but didn't find any. Another nice thing is their ability to offer non-traditional products, such as a 20 year mortgage. I couldn't find any any local banks that would do a 20 year note - they would only do a 15 or 30 year note. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Jun 18, 2011, at 6:11 PM, OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: I'd forgotten them. The last time I went to them for a new car loan (1997) they were more expensive than a local bank, but it's worth checking. Thanks -- On Sat, Jun 18, 2011 at 4:04 PM, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: Don't forget credit unions, too. Our local CU has very competitive rates and products, not to mention they are very good to work with. After all, we're not just a depositor, we're an owner. We are getting closed to wrapping up a short sale (hopefully!) and have the CU on the hook with everything poised and ready to go. I can call my loan officer directly, ask questions, etc., whenever I want. They are so much easier to work with, not to mention that we pay nothing in fees for our bank accounts, and we even earn interest on them (albeit MIT much these days...) Dan ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Its baby time
On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 14:47:53 -0400 Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: I'm happy to share some good news! Janet and I had a son this week! Sidney Jacob Kopchinski was born on Wednesday afternoon, 6lbs, 10 oz. Congratulations! Craig ___ I second that, Jaime, there is no better news than that. Gerry ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Camaro with a 4 cylinder
I know there will soon be a 5 cylinder Camaro if my friend doesn't wimp out A 5 cylinder Mercedes Diesel or the GM 3.5L inline 5 cylinder gas engine? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Its baby time
Congrats On 6/24/2011 1:47 PM, Jaime Kopchinski wrote: I'm happy to share some good news! Janet and I had a son this week! Sidney Jacob Kopchinski was born on Wednesday afternoon, 6lbs, 10 oz. One picture lives here for now http://www.sidkop.com/ Mother and son are feeling good and doing well. In Mercedes related content: his baby seat just fits in the middle rear seat of the W124 wagon. I think I'm going to install some rings to where the seat belts attach to use the latch system. I don't really like how the lap belt holds the seat in. However, the seat fits wonderfully in a long wheel base W126, confirming that nobody needs a minivan, just a big old Mercedes. Now I need to somehow find the time and energy to replace the AC compressor in the W126. I'm sure I can it done in the few weeks before I go back to work! Jaime ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 10.0.1388 / Virus Database: 1513/3723 - Release Date: 06/24/11 ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Well, 2 things, 1. that is likely only 10 mph over the speed limit. 2. they would have had to catch him first! Randy On 24/06/2011 2:45 PM, WILTON wrote: 85 mph? Wonder if the helper has seen the new TV show, Arrested in a Foreign Country, yet? ; Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 3:12 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes On 24/06/2011 12:45 PM, Craig wrote: On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:31:46 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Well with the big motor homes most people pull a car behind for this purpose That's true, but 15 versus 7 mpg should heavily bias the decision toward a trailer, I should think. Craig My friend Geoff, that I referred to earlier about buying the motorhome in the south last winter and driving it home To Canada, said that he was impressed with the mileage. I am going by memory here and my recollection might not be exactly correct but essentially it is that on the leg from Chicago to Minneapolis in December or January of this past winter, it did better than 10 mpg (US gallon - not Imperial) at 85 mph while dragging his PT Cruiser behind on a dolly. I don't recall exactly what brand it is but it is a 42 foot diesel pusher with an 8 point something liter Cummins diesel. Essentially a Greyhound bus with furniture. Geoff was holding the speed down around 60 mph when he drove but a friend who went along to help, drove the Chicago to Minneapolis leg while Geoff slept. He only knows how fast they were going because he checked the GPS after the fact. He was not truly thrilled that his helper had driven that fast in winter, towing a car etc. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
On 24/06/2011 3:28 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: Tim C wrote: I parked the '77 300D next to an Altima the other day. Shorter, narrower, ... I realized I have been driving a compact, I guess I can park in those spaces after all. And there's no comparison between a first generation Civic and a current one. Mine was the heavier hatchback, with the big 1488cc CVCC engine and Hondamatic, 1860lb according to the title. I think a 1169cc sedan with 4sp was under 1700lb. NHTSA gives one star front seat crash rating for a 1979 Civic (last of the first generation) and five stars for 2001-2011. Yeah but, you still gonna see stars if you tangle with an F250 etc. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
I was thinking the limit is 70. ;)) Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 6:07 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes Well, 2 things, 1. that is likely only 10 mph over the speed limit. 2. they would have had to catch him first! Randy On 24/06/2011 2:45 PM, WILTON wrote: 85 mph? Wonder if the helper has seen the new TV show, Arrested in a Foreign Country, yet? ; Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 3:12 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes On 24/06/2011 12:45 PM, Craig wrote: On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:31:46 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Well with the big motor homes most people pull a car behind for this purpose That's true, but 15 versus 7 mpg should heavily bias the decision toward a trailer, I should think. Craig My friend Geoff, that I referred to earlier about buying the motorhome in the south last winter and driving it home To Canada, said that he was impressed with the mileage. I am going by memory here and my recollection might not be exactly correct but essentially it is that on the leg from Chicago to Minneapolis in December or January of this past winter, it did better than 10 mpg (US gallon - not Imperial) at 85 mph while dragging his PT Cruiser behind on a dolly. I don't recall exactly what brand it is but it is a 42 foot diesel pusher with an 8 point something liter Cummins diesel. Essentially a Greyhound bus with furniture. Geoff was holding the speed down around 60 mph when he drove but a friend who went along to help, drove the Chicago to Minneapolis leg while Geoff slept. He only knows how fast they were going because he checked the GPS after the fact. He was not truly thrilled that his helper had driven that fast in winter, towing a car etc. 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
I am uncertain Wilton. I travel between the US border and Grand Forks ND or Fargo ND regularly and it is 75 mph there. That is why I was assuming it likely was between Chicago and Minneapolis. Randy On 24/06/2011 5:11 PM, WILTON wrote: I was thinking the limit is 70. ;)) Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 6:07 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes Well, 2 things, 1. that is likely only 10 mph over the speed limit. 2. they would have had to catch him first! Randy On 24/06/2011 2:45 PM, WILTON wrote: 85 mph? Wonder if the helper has seen the new TV show, Arrested in a Foreign Country, yet? ; Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 3:12 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes On 24/06/2011 12:45 PM, Craig wrote: On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:31:46 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Well with the big motor homes most people pull a car behind for this purpose That's true, but 15 versus 7 mpg should heavily bias the decision toward a trailer, I should think. Craig My friend Geoff, that I referred to earlier about buying the motorhome in the south last winter and driving it home To Canada, said that he was impressed with the mileage. I am going by memory here and my recollection might not be exactly correct but essentially it is that on the leg from Chicago to Minneapolis in December or January of this past winter, it did better than 10 mpg (US gallon - not Imperial) at 85 mph while dragging his PT Cruiser behind on a dolly. I don't recall exactly what brand it is but it is a 42 foot diesel pusher with an 8 point something liter Cummins diesel. Essentially a Greyhound bus with furniture. Geoff was holding the speed down around 60 mph when he drove but a friend who went along to help, drove the Chicago to Minneapolis leg while Geoff slept. He only knows how fast they were going because he checked the GPS after the fact. He was not truly thrilled that his helper had driven that fast in winter, towing a car etc. 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://mail.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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
Randy Bennell wrote: Yeah but, you still gonna see stars if you tangle with an F250 etc. We need laws for common bumper heights. If an LN9000 can match bumpers with a 911, why can't a F250? ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
'May well be 75 now - haven't into those areas in 35 years, or so. Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 6:14 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes I am uncertain Wilton. I travel between the US border and Grand Forks ND or Fargo ND regularly and it is 75 mph there. That is why I was assuming it likely was between Chicago and Minneapolis. Randy On 24/06/2011 5:11 PM, WILTON wrote: I was thinking the limit is 70. ;)) Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 6:07 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes Well, 2 things, 1. that is likely only 10 mph over the speed limit. 2. they would have had to catch him first! Randy On 24/06/2011 2:45 PM, WILTON wrote: 85 mph? Wonder if the helper has seen the new TV show, Arrested in a Foreign Country, yet? ; Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 3:12 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes On 24/06/2011 12:45 PM, Craig wrote: On Fri, 24 Jun 2011 12:31:46 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Well with the big motor homes most people pull a car behind for this purpose That's true, but 15 versus 7 mpg should heavily bias the decision toward a trailer, I should think. Craig My friend Geoff, that I referred to earlier about buying the motorhome in the south last winter and driving it home To Canada, said that he was impressed with the mileage. I am going by memory here and my recollection might not be exactly correct but essentially it is that on the leg from Chicago to Minneapolis in December or January of this past winter, it did better than 10 mpg (US gallon - not Imperial) at 85 mph while dragging his PT Cruiser behind on a dolly. I don't recall exactly what brand it is but it is a 42 foot diesel pusher with an 8 point something liter Cummins diesel. Essentially a Greyhound bus with furniture. Geoff was holding the speed down around 60 mph when he drove but a friend who went along to help, drove the Chicago to Minneapolis leg while Geoff slept. He only knows how fast they were going because he checked the GPS after the fact. He was not truly thrilled that his helper had driven that fast in winter, towing a car etc. 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://mail.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://mail.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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Its baby time
Congratulations! 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
On 24/06/2011 5:15 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: Randy Bennell wrote: Yeah but, you still gonna see stars if you tangle with an F250 etc. We need laws for common bumper heights. If an LN9000 can match bumpers with a 911, why can't a F250? Totally agree. Bigger pickups etc should have side bars to prevent small cars from going under too. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fire Extinguisher for Car?
OK Don okd...@gmail.com writes: Carbon Tet was really good at drying out a moisture ridden MG distrubutor My mom had a medecine bottle of carbon tet in the laundry room cabinet for years. Had a pharmacy label on it, apparently at some point you must have been able to buy it there. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Breaking up is hard to do...
Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca writes: So, how do his rates compare with the bigger shops / dealers? I know of someone here who works out of a big garage behind his house. I won't say his rates are cheap but they are a lot less than the local dealers on an hourly basis. It's been a while since I've actually had him do anything for me actually. He rates are higher than a franchise shop like Firestone, but probably a bit less than a domestic dealer. There are no Mercedes dealers anywhere near me so I don't know how he compares to them at all. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] AC BLOWS ICE COLD
Larry l02tur...@comcast.net writes: Speaking of AC charging - My '89 Ford Van needed a recharge yearly until I asked the tech to install a can of stop leak I offered him. I'd bought several stop leak cans ~5 years before and held on to them. This was the 1st time I'd had a chance to use it and was surprised to learn it works! I was always suspicious of mechanic in a can but this time it worked. 1.5 years and still blowing cold! That stuff can work if the leak is slow enough that you only need to recharge once a year. If you are losing the charge in days or weeks, the leak is probably too big for a stop-leak product to work. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
Funny I have the opposite reaction, I prefer a smaller car. For regular commuting I prefer my 190D to my 240D. For camping the trunk space in the 240D wins out hands down... Once my current 190D runs its course I'm thinking about a Ford Fiesta. Better mileage, cheaper fuel, essentially no effort to keep running. I'll probably keep an old diesel MB around but for a primary commuter its kind of a PITA to have an older car. -Curt Date: Fri, 24 Jun 2011 10:31:14 -0500 From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] safety Message-ID: 4e04adc2.1090...@bennell.ca Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed On 23/06/2011 6:19 PM, Allan Streib wrote: Just today a 19 year old was killed in a head-on crash here. She was driving a Chevy Aveo hatchback (a rebadged Daewoo), drifted off the side of a two-lane highway, apparently overcorrected and came across into oncoming traffic, hit an Audi sedan head-on. Her car was totally destroyed and as mentioned she was killed. The Audi driver and passenger suffered non life-threatening injuries. I fear we are going to see more of the same as these tiny low-cost import cars become more prevalent. Even Honda Civics scare me. My son's girl friend, my mother, my sister, my nephew, and my niece, all drive Honda Civics. Good cars, but SMALL when compared to F250's etc. The even smaller cars really give me the creeps! 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The next Erma Bombeck?
Congratulations to both you and your daughter! Yes, I enjoyed the story. Thanks. My youngest one is all about learning to do it herself (now that she's out fo the house), but the older two still want someone else to do it for them. Luckily, they are both married --- On Thu, Jun 23, 2011 at 10:29 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: I got this email from #1 Daughter today: Earlier in the week, I had talked her through replacing the negative battery cable on the SDL by herself. I was quite proud of her since she has never turned a wrench before, and always ran away when I tried to get her to work on a car. Before changing the cable, I had talked her through charging the battery, taking the neg terminal off, cleaning it and putting the terminal back on. Having FLAPS test the battery, Checking the positive terminal etc. She called me yesterday that the car was dead in a store parking lot. No lights, or buzzers. No headlights or parking lights. This was a battery that had suffered trauma a couple of years ago, so after all the prior work and testing, I had pretty much concluded that the battery may have an internal intermittent open circuit. She had already called her friend Keeley to come help her. They wanted to try to jump the battery. I had suggested taking it out and going a short distance to oreally and getting a new battery. I told her to call me back and let me know what happened. She never called but swmbo got a text much later that the battery tested ok. QUOTE* I thought I should paint this scenario for you... I have learned far more about the car battery than I ever thought possible...far more than I've ever wanted to know. Keely has little experience working on cars, as you could probably guess. Luckily Keely's boyfriend had jumper cables, but he didn't want to come help. So he showed her what to do as far as hooking it up on her car. Her battery is different so I'm glad, because it looked weird to me lol. He showed her and then he made her do it and watched her do it to make sure she got it right. He was going to send her with his car to come jump my car, but when he fully realized neither of us had jumped a car before, he decided it was better that she take her car rather than his lol. So, she came to rescue me. I knew she had said he showed her what to do, so I asked what he told her so that we were on the same page. I guess he didn't tell her which order to put everything on in, just how to do it on her car. So, we're unwinding and straightening out the cables and discussing this, which didn't take that long to discuss. Then we just stood there holding the cables (she was holding one set/side, I was holding the other set/side) trying to muster up the courage to actually give it a try. We discussed how we didn't want to blow up or get electrocuted. Somewhere in there, she got bit by a fire ant. She felt it big time. I thought she had gotten bit before, but she had never reacted like that, so she decided she didn't think it had ever been a fire ant. So I welcomed her to the south and said that was her Southern Initiation lol. Then we went back to talking about jumping the car. We finally decided we had stood around enough and it was time to just go for it. There were several comments (while laughing the whole time and being deliberately overdramatic) of it's been nice knowing you, it was fun while it lasted, you only live once, and the world is going to end anyway someday. We hooked them up, high fived, took them off, high fived again, and laughed about our initial hesitation to hook it up lol. After that, we hooked up the cables again, I turned the key, the lights came on, the glow light went out and the car started. So we took the cables off, in the correct sequence. How's that for a funny email story? :) ***END QUOTE After she got the car going, she went to FLAPS, had them test the battery again, and found out the battery was good. After she got home, she figured out the POSITIVE cable was loose. Either she loosened it or the FLAPS people loosened it. After I talked her through checking and tightening the cables before she put on the new Neg cable, I had her take the positive terminal off clean and reset it and tighten. I am pretty sure she did actually tighten it. Oh well! She figured it out and saved $100+ for a battery, and my old, ugly battery lives on. I thought the story was funny and might entertain some here. Those with young daughters, take note! Even if the early training doesn't stick, having to pay their own bills and clean up their own messes brings about change. I keep telling her she can have her SLK whenever she earns enough to buy and maintain one. -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to
Re: [MBZ] safety
Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com writes: Once my current 190D runs its course I'm thinking about a Ford Fiesta. Better mileage, cheaper fuel, essentially no effort to keep running. I'll probably keep an old diesel MB around but for a primary commuter its kind of a PITA to have an older car. My '83 300D is probably the best commuter vehicle I've ever owned. It's fully depreciated, insurance and registration is cheap, fuel economy is decent, and it's reliable. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 190D Adventure!
Leaving home this morning I noticed the starter on my 190D sounded odd, kind of slow like. I didn't pay much attention but when I left work the engine turned over once and then refused to turn again. I borrowed a boost pack which did nothing, it claimed the battery had 12.8v. So I figure the starter has packed in. I borrowed a strap and convinced my friend to tow start my car with his Infinity G35x. He was very uncomfortable with this idea especially when I admitted that I'd never bump started an automatic transmission car before. I came through in the end though, we got it up around 20mph, I put 'er in gear and nothing happened, I brought it down to 3 and within maybe 20 feet the engine was running. Worst part was untying the borrowed strap. The car has been delivered to my Indy, tomorrow I'm going to buy 3 proper tow straps, 1 to go in my car, 1 for the Infinity (everybody should have a tow strap) and one for the guy we borrowed a tie down strap from. Its always an adventure. -Curt ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
Yes - search engines are my friends (though I use Google sparingly). I did find some good advice and publications on the care and feeding of septic systems, but for some reason, I value to experience and knowledge of this group more --- We're moving to an airpark about 35 miles North of here - on the other side of OKC. I need the space to build an airplane, so the hanger that's behind the house will come in handy, and the runway that the hanger sits on will be very convenient for using the airplane when I get it ready to fly! Oh, yes - the house is larger than this one also - another plus (keeps the wife happy). On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 1:50 PM, Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: On 23/06/2011 11:00 PM, OK Don wrote: Randy By the way - where are you moving and why? -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
One presumes they're not right on top of each other. Generally you keep 20-50 feet minimum... Anyway remember the water you drink today was dinosaur piss at one point, there really isn't much for new water, just recycled. -Curt Randy Bennell wrote: On 24/06/2011 2:30 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: I've got a groundwater well for a water supply, so my septic tank and drainfield make up a 'gray water recycling system'. _ Let me suggest having your water tested regularly. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - Morgages
I put an inquiry into the credit union about rates, etc. They still haven't responded (someone will call you -- ). Mean time, my wife went shopping at several local banks, came home approved for a 3.8% loand - I just had to add my signiture to the papers. Fast, pleasant, curtious, nd effecient process (so far). On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 4:05 PM, Robert Bigham edward_baldh...@earthlink.net wrote: Long ago, I read, particularly in Consumer Reports, how credit unions are a much better deal for their members, etc. I tried to put that into practice. My sad experience is that I always could do better at a bank. That's even before an old friend became president of my bank. I don't know why, but I do know what. 9 and 11. Re: OT - mortgages Message: 9 Date: Sat, 18 Jun 2011 17:11:47 -0500 From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com I'd forgotten them. The last time I went to them for a new car loan (1997) they were more expensive than a local bank, but it's worth checking. Thanks -- . http://www.okiebenz.com -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
And an F250 will be scrunched by a Kenworth and the Kenworth will be splatted by a 747, whats your point? I'm of the opinion that fullsize pickups have gotten stupid big lately. The Tundra and Titan are prime examples though the big three are still guilty though the F150 is probably the leanest of them. -Curt Date: Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:09:22 -0500 From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] safety Message-ID: 4e050b12.8030...@bennell.ca Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed On 24/06/2011 3:28 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: Tim C wrote: I parked the '77 300D next to an Altima the other day. Shorter, narrower, ... I realized I have been driving a compact, I guess I can park in those spaces after all. And there's no comparison between a first generation Civic and a current one. Mine was the heavier hatchback, with the big 1488cc CVCC engine and Hondamatic, 1860lb according to the title. I think a 1169cc sedan with 4sp was under 1700lb. NHTSA gives one star front seat crash rating for a 1979 Civic (last of the first generation) and five stars for 2001-2011. Yeah but, you still gonna see stars if you tangle with an F250 etc. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
Used to be there were laws about that when you lifted vehicles. Made for some really dumb looking trucks that were jacked way up with a bumper hanging way down... -Curt Date: Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:15:00 -0400 From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] safety Message-ID: 4e050c64.2040...@voyager.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed Randy Bennell wrote: Yeah but, you still gonna see stars if you tangle with an F250 etc. We need laws for common bumper heights. If an LN9000 can match bumpers with a 911, why can't a F250? ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
You obviously don't drive very far... With a 115 mile a day commute 26mpg doesn't cut it. Its not the cost that bothers me its having to stop and tank up... With the 190D I stop 3 times every 2 weeks for about 12 gallons. This car is doing ~35mpg, the '85 5spd did more like 38. The problem is we're still in the learning about each other phase (I've only put just under 10,000 miles on) so stuff is still breaking. I'm starting to get ahead of the curve though so we're getting more trouble free driving after each repair. The issue is I've got a ton of projects and not a ton of time. The 240D needs (NEEDS!) fuel lines which considering it MUST ferry me to the airport on Sunday (off to Argentina no less) will be addressed tomorrow. Until the 190D went down today I was probably going to do those lines tomorrow, now I have no choice. -Curt Date: Fri, 24 Jun 2011 20:55:35 -0400 From: Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] safety Message-ID: m1y60qrapk@cs.indiana.edu Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com writes: Once my current 190D runs its course I'm thinking about a Ford Fiesta. Better mileage, cheaper fuel, essentially no effort to keep running. I'll probably keep an old diesel MB around but for a primary commuter its kind of a PITA to have an older car. My '83 300D is probably the best commuter vehicle I've ever owned. It's fully depreciated, insurance and registration is cheap, fuel economy is decent, and it's reliable. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Its baby time
Excellent news! Congratulations to Mom and Son -= you were just along to cheer ;-) On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 5:21 PM, Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.netwrote: Congratulations! Peter -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Ignition Switch replacement 91 300D W124
Hi Gang - Just rec’d a new Ign. Sw. with Key from Rusty and after reading the WSM I thought I knew how to replace it! Bt, Wrong. I was able to remove the surrounding trim but rubber boot was a challenge. There’s no way it’s coming off. The WSM says to remove the trim with a small screw driver but it’s more than that. It’s more of a rubber boot that extends from the keyhole to the tumbler housing. The WSM makes it look like the boot is just around the key hole. Maybe the manual is for a earlier/later model? Anyway, I put the surround back in place and I’m pretty sure the tumbler assy. will last for a while. Any ideas? Thx LarryT 91 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ignition Switch replacement 91 300D W124
I followed the FSM when I replaced it in the '92, and I recall that it was just as described. Beyond that, I don't remember enough to help you --- sorry. On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 8:28 PM, Larry l02tur...@comcast.net wrote: Hi Gang - Just rec’d a new Ign. Sw. with Key from Rusty and after reading the WSM I thought I knew how to replace it! Bt, Wrong. I was able to remove the surrounding trim but rubber boot was a challenge. There’s no way it’s coming off. The WSM says to remove the trim with a small screw driver but it’s more than that. It’s more of a rubber boot that extends from the keyhole to the tumbler housing. The WSM makes it look like the boot is just around the key hole. Maybe the manual is for a earlier/later model? Anyway, I put the surround back in place and I’m pretty sure the tumbler assy. will last for a while. Any ideas? Thx LarryT 91 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] AC BLOWS ICE COLD
When in doubt, throw in some UV dye and see where it goes. Just remember to clean it good so you don't get false alarms next time you look for a leak. :p Walt On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 7:57 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Larry l02tur...@comcast.net writes: Speaking of AC charging - My '89 Ford Van needed a recharge yearly until I asked the tech to install a can of stop leak I offered him. I'd bought several stop leak cans ~5 years before and held on to them. This was the 1st time I'd had a chance to use it and was surprised to learn it works! I was always suspicious of mechanic in a can but this time it worked. 1.5 years and still blowing cold! That stuff can work if the leak is slow enough that you only need to recharge once a year. If you are losing the charge in days or weeks, the leak is probably too big for a stop-leak product to work. 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
So you were going to build and fly your own plane! Very cool. I'm sure this body will be glad to give you all kinds of advice. I call first dibs for a ride at the future Rusty-Q that you bring it to. Max -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: Yes - search engines are my friends (though I use Google sparingly). I did find some good advice and publications on the care and feeding of septic systems, but for some reason, I value to experience and knowledge of this group more --- We're moving to an airpark about 35 miles North of here - on the other side of OKC. I need the space to build an airplane, so the hanger that's behind the house will come in handy, and the runway that the hanger sits on will be very convenient for using the airplane when I get it ready to fly! Oh, yes - the house is larger than this one also - another plus (keeps the wife happy). On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 1:50 PM, Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: On 23/06/2011 11:00 PM, OK Don wrote:Randy By the way - where are you moving and why? -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager_ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
House I grew up in had a septic tank, and a separate drain for the grey water. We lived on a hill side, drain left the basement toward down hill until it came out of the hill side, about 75 feet from the house but only about 25 feet from the well that supplied our fresh water. The septic tank and field went off at a 90 degree from the grey water drain and well. Max -- Sent from my Android phone with K-9 Mail. Please excuse my brevity. OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: Yes - search engines are my friends (though I use Google sparingly). I did find some good advice and publications on the care and feeding of septic systems, but for some reason, I value to experience and knowledge of this group more --- We're moving to an airpark about 35 miles North of here - on the other side of OKC. I need the space to build an airplane, so the hanger that's behind the house will come in handy, and the runway that the hanger sits on will be very convenient for using the airplane when I get it ready to fly! Oh, yes - the house is larger than this one also - another plus (keeps the wife happy). On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 1:50 PM, Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: On 23/06/2011 11:00 PM, OK Don wrote:Randy By the way - where are you moving and why? -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager_ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: Test Refrigerant
It's too bad straight propane doesn't work as well as propane+isobutane according to Jim's experiments. If the former were the case I bet you could find the parts at McMaster or somewhere to make an adapter to hook a 1 lb propane bottle directly to the center connection on the A/C gauge set. That would be a nice tidy solution. You also need this charging doohickey, as the test refrigerant is one of Can A plus as much of Can B as it needs to start acting right. Two different filling devices. Both of mine are fuel line, hose clamps, and various scrap fittings. -- 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] pressure washers and death rays for cats
If you are having problems with pilfering, try this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uIbkLjjlMV8 but you may wanna hook up something more grunty than a water hose ;-) Hendrik who is having fun landscaping WILTON wrote: Just don't leave it sitting out in the back yard and let some sorry SOB walk off with it like SWMBO and I did. Wilton ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: Test Refrigerant
Would there be a market for official adapters that hook can A and B to the 134A style hoses you can get at FLAPS? Walt On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 10:45 PM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: It's too bad straight propane doesn't work as well as propane+isobutane according to Jim's experiments. If the former were the case I bet you could find the parts at McMaster or somewhere to make an adapter to hook a 1 lb propane bottle directly to the center connection on the A/C gauge set. That would be a nice tidy solution. You also need this charging doohickey, as the test refrigerant is one of Can A plus as much of Can B as it needs to start acting right. Two different filling devices. Both of mine are fuel line, hose clamps, and various scrap fittings. -- 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] pressure washers and death rays for cats
That made my night. You never find that kinda stuff going on stateside... unless it's prefized by hold my beer and watch this that is. Walt On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 10:51 PM, Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au wrote: If you are having problems with pilfering, try this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uIbkLjjlMV8 but you may wanna hook up something more grunty than a water hose ;-) Hendrik who is having fun landscaping WILTON wrote: Just don't leave it sitting out in the back yard and let some sorry SOB walk off with it like SWMBO and I did. Wilton ___ 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Motor home again
What about a 84 Winnebago 21 ft with 4 cyl Renault turbo diesel engine? Sent from my iPhone ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
OK Don okd...@gmail.com writes: Yes - search engines are my friends (though I use Google sparingly). Try DuckDuckGo. http://duckduckgo.com They filter out a lot of content-farm sites (eHow, etc.) and they don't track you. http://duckduckgo.com/privacy.html 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: Test Refrigerant
Walt Zarnoch zarnoch...@gmail.com writes: Would there be a market for official adapters that hook can A and B to the 134A style hoses you can get at FLAPS? Since it's all technically illegal, probably not. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Motor home again
Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net writes: What about a 84 Winnebago 21 ft with 4 cyl Renault turbo diesel engine? Renault??? RUN AWAY!!! RUN FAR FAR AWAY -- 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] safety
Curt Raymond wrote: You obviously don't drive very far... Don't blame it on distance. It's just a differing opinion. With a 115 mile a day commute 26mpg doesn't cut it. Its not the cost that bothers me its having to stop and tank up... With the 190D I stop 3 times every 2 weeks for about 12 gallons. When I last commuted, it was 180 miles a day. I drove it in a W123. First a turbo, then a 240 with a manual transmission. I fueled every day. It's just part of the trip. But I don't like the diminishing options when the tank gets much below 1/2 full. I too think it's a fine commuter car. Cheap to buy, cheap to insure, cheap to license, cheap to run. While there are certainly cars that travel more miles per gallon of fuel, that is not the only factor I look at. --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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Motor home again
Ohok ok Sent from my iPhone On Jun 24, 2011, at 10:36 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net writes: What about a 84 Winnebago 21 ft with 4 cyl Renault turbo diesel engine? Renault??? RUN AWAY!!! RUN FAR FAR AWAY -- 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://mail.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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] pressure washers and death rays for cats without registration
Yeah well in this nanny state the fella is probably in jail for cruelty to cats. On a related note the local council has decided that we have to register our cats http://www.mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au/site/page.cfm?u=1176 I was in at the council the other day to pay the 500 bucks so they can tell me to remove my truck from my property and I told the lady behind the counter that I was there to register my 300 cats, she just sorta looked at me with that look that only government employees can come up with, anyway so I ask her if there had been anyone in to register their cats, she reckoned 500-600 people had done the right thing and she mentioned that a council on Kangaroo Island and some councils in the states have cat registrations, which I think is just a big fat revenue raising exercise and more draconian big brother hates you sorta stuff. Hendrik who does not own a feline animaland will be taking the big furry...ahmmnh.hamster across the border to a vet Walt Zarnoch wrote: That made my night. You never find that kinda stuff going on stateside... unless it's prefized by hold my beer and watch this that is. Walt On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 10:51 PM, Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au wrote: If you are having problems with pilfering, try this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uIbkLjjlMV8 but you may wanna hook up something more grunty than a water hose ;-) Hendrik who is having fun landscaping WILTON wrote: Just don't leave it sitting out in the back yard and let some sorry SOB walk off with it like SWMBO and I did. Wilton ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Motor home again
On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 8:36 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net writes: What about a 84 Winnebago 21 ft with 4 cyl Renault turbo diesel engine? Renault??? RUN AWAY!!! RUN FAR FAR AWAY It's like the evil Bizarro-world version of a Vixen. 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Gray water recycling systems
I use IXquick.com most of the time - they also don't track you, but don't filter anything out either. On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 10:30 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.eduwrote: OK Don okd...@gmail.com writes: Yes - search engines are my friends (though I use Google sparingly). Try DuckDuckGo. http://duckduckgo.com They filter out a lot of content-farm sites (eHow, etc.) and they don't track you. http://duckduckgo.com/privacy.html 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ 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://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
