Re: [MBZ] 2WD W210s stay off this Norwegian coastal road.
I guess they don't have to salt those roads. Beautiful place! Sent from my iPhone On Jan 5, 2013, at 11:08 PM, relng...@aol.com wrote: http://www.youtube.com/embed/4T4vc1QqiPM RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] NA Diesels in higher altitude was Re: Rejuvenating Long Parked Cars
When I drove my 220D cross country in 2003, it had a really hard time on grades up high in Colorado. 30mph in the right lane belching out black smoke getting passed by semis. Still kind of fun. A little adventure:) Sent from my iPhone On Jan 6, 2013, at 12:45 AM, Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: On Jan 5, 2013, at 11:27 PM, Kevin Kraly kevinpadd...@gmail.com wrote: How would a NA Diesel run up here at 5000FT altitude? It should run just fine. I *think* Naturally Aspirated (NA) Mercedes have barometric compensation on the injection pumps, so it shouldn't matter. NA pumps have ADA as opposed to turbo pumps which have ALDA. I am sure someone will correct me if I am wrong. Rick 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
Re: [MBZ] 2WD W210s stay off this Norwegian coastal road.
Thats pretty awesome, but no reason you can't go there with a rear wheel drive car! They're designed and tested to handle far worse than that. Jaime On Sat, Jan 5, 2013 at 11:08 PM, relng...@aol.com wrote: http://www.youtube.com/embed/4T4vc1QqiPM RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 -- Jaime Kopchinski http://www.jaimekop.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 a little light reading on injection
Good questions... I know one of the Nitske books mentions a dreary war-time charcoal burning 170, so they did get cars running on it for practical purposes at some point. Jaime On Sun, Jan 6, 2013 at 12:55 AM, Jerry Herrman jer...@san.rr.com wrote: In Frank DeLuca's History of Fuel Injection, he writes about . . . .mountainous piles of powdered coal which had been accumulating throughout the countryside. Do we know the origin of all that coal dust? What has since become of it? Did two world wars somehow make the accumulation go away? Jerry 1982 240D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Jaime Kopchinski http://www.jaimekop.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] 2WD W210s stay off this Norwegian coastal road.
I think the point was that rwd w210s have spring perch rust issues. Subjecting such a car to salt like that would be devastating:) Sent from my iPhone On Jan 6, 2013, at 8:40 AM, Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: Thats pretty awesome, but no reason you can't go there with a rear wheel drive car! They're designed and tested to handle far worse than that. Jaime On Sat, Jan 5, 2013 at 11:08 PM, relng...@aol.com wrote: http://www.youtube.com/embed/4T4vc1QqiPM RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 -- Jaime Kopchinski http://www.jaimekop.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 a little light reading on injection
Good questions... I know one of the Nitske books mentions a dreary war-time charcoal burning 170, so they did get cars running on it for practical purposes at some point. Jaime Charcoal is very different than coal dust. During WWII, many gassers were converted to woodgas. Most of the farm tractors ran on woodgas. This is gasification of wood. It is done on a burner attached to the vehicle. The gas is produced by burning the wood in a oxygen lean environment. There is a nice example in the Deutschesmuseum in Munich. Mountains of coal dust have been buried (or not) in the USA. A few years ago I saw a number of how much fuel that represented. It is a staggering amount of Billions of BTUs. THe problem is that coal dust oxidizes when exposed to air, and oxidation is just a slow process with results similar to burning. The oxidation makes the stored coal dust much less valuable as fuel, thus impractical. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] 2WD W210s stay off this Norwegian coastal road.
I think the point was that rwd w210s have spring perch rust issues. Subjecting such a car to salt like that would be devastating:) Subjecting any car to that over years will rust it away. While the W210 2WD spring perches might be the first thing to go, the car would provide many years of service on that road before the perches rust away. Then they can be repaired, and the car will provide more years of service. Sent from my wPhone On Jan 6, 2013, at 8:40 AM, Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: Thats pretty awesome, but no reason you can't go there with a rear wheel drive car! They're designed and tested to handle far worse than that. 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] 2WD W210s stay off this Norwegian coastal road.
On Sat, 5 Jan 2013 23:08:51 -0500 (EST) relng...@aol.com wrote: http://www.youtube.com/embed/4T4vc1QqiPM Amazing place. The bridge in the background at 2:29 is very unique! With the title Atlanterhavsveien I presumed it was taken someplace in Norway. It turns out the title at the top in the video is a link which takes one to http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embeddedv=4T4vc1QqiPM#at=156 That page lists the location as shown on the web page https://maps.google.com/maps?q=atlanterhavsveienhl=noll=63.015573,7.349339spn=0.069245,0.264187sll=37.0625,-95.677068sspn=60.806372,135.263672t=hhq=atlanterhavsveienz=13 It is indeed in Norway. 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] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior
Might be a better deal than my $2000 one with parchment interior and 235k miles if you get it for $5k or so. I had to have the seller take mine to an indy shop for transmission and steering work before I could drive it home, so I had $3k into a car that needed tires by the time I had it in my driveway. Aside from some light bubbles at a corner of the sunroof, mine is rust free after a hard life in NH and MA. Make sure the transmission doesn't do anything odd. Most electronic problems with trans can be fixed with a $200 conductor plate and $100 worth of ATF. Probably a $700 job at the dealer. It's got a pop up sunroof, does the roof retract smoothly, and pop up too? Do the displays for climate control and radio work? Mine have a lot of dead LCD segments. As with any ACC car, make sure the climate control functions as intended. How old are the accumulators in the rear suspension? Pay attention to any warnings from the instrument cluster. When do they say it was last serviced? When does the dash display say it needs another service? 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] 2WD W210s stay off this Norwegian coastal road.
For the most part yes with some exceptions. The Volvo 850 is unbelievably rust proof. The W210 is a seriously rust prone POS - not just the spring perches! Sent from my iPhone On Jan 6, 2013, at 9:58 AM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: I think the point was that rwd w210s have spring perch rust issues. Subjecting such a car to salt like that would be devastating:) Subjecting any car to that over years will rust it away. While the W210 2WD spring perches might be the first thing to go, the car would provide many years of service on that road before the perches rust away. Then they can be repaired, and the car will provide more years of service. Sent from my wPhone On Jan 6, 2013, at 8:40 AM, Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: Thats pretty awesome, but no reason you can't go there with a rear wheel drive car! They're designed and tested to handle far worse than that. 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] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior
Robert Koziak wrote: While I am asking what tires would you suggest if I get the car? These are clearly the best performing all season tires for it, but customer reports of sidewall failures made me pick something else: http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=ContinentaltireModel=ExtremeContact+DWSpartnum=155WR6ECDWSvehicleSearch=falsefromCompare1=yes I narrowed my choices down to these two and then bought the Generals. The Kumhos seem to have a better reputation as a performance tire, the Generals might be a bit better in snow. http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=KumhotireModel=Ecsta+4Xpartnum=155WR6E4XvehicleSearch=falsefromCompare1=yes http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=GeneraltireModel=G-MAX+AS-03partnum=155WR6GMAS03vehicleSearch=falsefromCompare1=yes Jury's still out on my pick, but so far I'm happy with them. Get General Altimax Artic or take a look at Nokian if you want dedicated snow tires. 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] Heaters
A 20lb tank of propane is way less risk than the can of starting fluid many Diesel folks carry around in the trunk just waiting to get the top pressed by something. Like Jim said, the air/fuel mixture has to be just right or it won't ignite. Learned that building propane fired potato launchers years ago. Acetylene males much better cannon fuel. Mike On Jan 5, 2013 6:17 PM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: Please, do not EVER transport a propane tank inside a vehicle. The slightest leak combined with the slightest spark [think static electricity, for example] will send your crispy remains to the nearest funeral home. Piffle, this stuff isn't gasoline. Or acetylene. Propane only ignites at a rather narrow range of mixtures with air, and this is easy to avoid. Open a window. Done, no problem. If in the trunk, wedge it open with something like a carpet roll and bungee it down for the trip home. -- Jim __**_ 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] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior
Robert Koziak wrote: Thanks to all for the feedback! I am not sure I know what comand climate control is. COMAND was the name for replacing the CC panel with a navigation screen. Early versions are not highly regarded, and map updates are either overpriced or unobtainable. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] NA Diesels in higher altitude was Re: Rejuvenating Long Parked Cars
On Sun, 6 Jan 2013 08:29:03 -0500 dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: When I drove my 220D cross country in 2003, it had a really hard time on grades up high in Colorado. 30mph in the right lane belching out black smoke getting passed by semis. You should have backed off the throttle -- you would have gotten more power and better fuel mileage with less smoke. 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] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior
Mitch, The present owner has no service records, but besides the door dings the car looks really clean and well maintained. It's originally from Greenwich Connecticut so I am hoping to call Mercedes Dealers in the area and see if they will release service records. I assume he used a dealer, The radio screen has a slight crack and discoloration but works. Hopefully this does not get worse. I didn't realize there is a way to see when it needs the next service...good idea. The VIN WDBJH82F9XX023290 comes back with no ssues on a simple auto check search but it has no details. The feedback is appreciated! Bob -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, Jan 6, 2013 10:25 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior Might be a better deal than my $2000 one with parchment interior and 235k miles if you get it for $5k or so. I had to have the seller take mine to an indy shop for transmission and steering work before I could drive it home, so I had $3k into a car that needed tires by the time I had it in my driveway. Aside from some light bubbles at a corner of the sunroof, mine is rust free after a hard life in NH and MA. Make sure the transmission doesn't do anything odd. Most electronic problems with trans can be fixed with a $200 conductor plate and $100 worth of ATF. Probably a $700 job at the dealer. It's got a pop up sunroof, does the roof retract smoothly, and pop up too? Do the displays for climate control and radio work? Mine have a lot of dead LCD segments. As with any ACC car, make sure the climate control functions as intended. How old are the accumulators in the rear suspension? Pay attention to any warnings from the instrument cluster. When do they say it was last serviced? When does the dash display say it needs another service? 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior
There is a MB dealership in Greenwich. Not sure if they can legally disclose anything to you. Coming from Greenwich is probably a good thing, aside from salt use. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 6, 2013, at 10:42 AM, Robert Koziak rkmerce...@aol.com wrote: Mitch, The present owner has no service records, but besides the door dings the car looks really clean and well maintained. It's originally from Greenwich Connecticut so I am hoping to call Mercedes Dealers in the area and see if they will release service records. I assume he used a dealer, The radio screen has a slight crack and discoloration but works. Hopefully this does not get worse. I didn't realize there is a way to see when it needs the next service...good idea. The VIN WDBJH82F9XX023290 comes back with no ssues on a simple auto check search but it has no details. The feedback is appreciated! Bob -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, Jan 6, 2013 10:25 am Subject: Re: [MBZ] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz 320E 4matic Wagon Dark Blue w/tan interior Might be a better deal than my $2000 one with parchment interior and 235k miles if you get it for $5k or so. I had to have the seller take mine to an indy shop for transmission and steering work before I could drive it home, so I had $3k into a car that needed tires by the time I had it in my driveway. Aside from some light bubbles at a corner of the sunroof, mine is rust free after a hard life in NH and MA. Make sure the transmission doesn't do anything odd. Most electronic problems with trans can be fixed with a $200 conductor plate and $100 worth of ATF. Probably a $700 job at the dealer. It's got a pop up sunroof, does the roof retract smoothly, and pop up too? Do the displays for climate control and radio work? Mine have a lot of dead LCD segments. As with any ACC car, make sure the climate control functions as intended. How old are the accumulators in the rear suspension? Pay attention to any warnings from the instrument cluster. When do they say it was last serviced? When does the dash display say it needs another service? 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] R107 wheel upgrades
I am not overly happy about the solution myself. I fear it will end up like this If the tire folks would keep making a reasonably priced solution for these cars, that would be optimal. Ferrari uses the same rubber for their 1970's cars. Cost prohibitive to get those, as they come from the dealership not from a commercial shop. clay 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green 1972 220D - Gump - She is green, simple and ran 1995 E300D - Cleo - Used by the Queen of Denial POS 1987 SDL - Beware Nigerian Scammers On Jan 1, 2013, at 2:55 PM, WILTON wrote: My acceptance/approval of putting big wheels on a little wheel car, but, of course, if that's what it takes to keep wheels/tars on it, well. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, January 01, 2013 3:10 PM Subject: [MBZ] R107 wheel upgrades Had a blow out on right rear, classic center says to use underwhelming tires on stock rims or upsize to a 15inch. Both 14 15 inch are becoming harder to source so I looked at upsize x2, I still need good rubber for Froggy. I was able to pick up some 8 hole 16 inch benz rims. What does the group mind think I will have problems with? 1150 is cast on the front side. 7 1/2 Jx16H2 ET-96 PCD 112 Made in Italy I looked at tire sizes to fit and came up with best seeming to be a 205/60/16 in H rated or V. That would have minimal impact on speedo, which is far off anyway. Are these wheels too fat to fit under the fender? Any other issues I am missing? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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
[MBZ] Fw: Fwd: Christmas image (mercedes content)
Here is Rick's picture. Craig Begin forwarded message: Subject: Fwd: Christmas image (mercedes content) craig here's the image it didn't seem to make it to the list feel free to send it to the list if you can happy holiday! xx rick Begin forwarded message: From: Rick Hawkins Java macj...@aol.com Date: December 25, 2012 2:13:39 AM EST To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Christmas image (mercedes content) Folks, My daughter and i were returning to Tybee Island from some last minute shopping in Savannah. It was too late to be out Christmas Eve. She caught this shot with her iPhone and fortunately we didn't hit these critters!. Merry Christmas to all Thanks for the help and camaraderie of all of you, all year long. xx rick I hope the photo goes to the list in a timely manner. Craig -- Present:'95 E320Sebastian 112 kmi '94 E420Oskar 127 kmi (awaiting parting out) '82 240D/3.0Bluebell 267 kmi Past: '86 190E/2.3 '72 220/8 '64 190Dc Emma '72 220D/8 Herman 186 kmi attachment: PastedGraphic-2.jpg___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Whoops—'Cash for Clunkers' Actually Hurt the Environment
Craig wrote: http://news.yahoo.com/why-cash-clunkers-hurt-environment-more-helped-024848694.html And, IIRC, it helped Toyota/Honda a lot more than it helped UAW. 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] NA Diesels in higher altitude was Re: Rejuvenating Long Parked Cars
On my next X country trip I'll keep that in mind:) Sent from my iPhone On Jan 6, 2013, at 10:40 AM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Sun, 6 Jan 2013 08:29:03 -0500 dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: When I drove my 220D cross country in 2003, it had a really hard time on grades up high in Colorado. 30mph in the right lane belching out black smoke getting passed by semis. You should have backed off the throttle -- you would have gotten more power and better fuel mileage with less smoke. 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] NA Diesels in higher altitude was Re: Rejuvenating Long Parked Cars
Nope. My '76 300D (617.910) has a manual adjustment knob on the injection pump. Four settings based on altitude. The ADA was introduced with the 617.912 in the W123. Either way, aside from reducing smoke the adjustment/ADA cannot make up for the lowered oxygen density at higher alts. D. Rick wrote: On Jan 5, 2013, at 11:27 PM, Kevin Kraly kevinpadd...@gmail.com wrote: How would a NA Diesel run up here at 5000FT altitude? It should run just fine. I *think* Naturally Aspirated (NA) Mercedes have barometric compensation on the injection pumps, so it shouldn't matter. NA pumps have ADA as opposed to turbo pumps which have ALDA. I am sure someone will correct me if I am wrong. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] 10 Cars You Can Bet Will Be Classics
relng...@aol.com wrote: Nonsense. There is a big difference between just plain old, collectible to a narrow group, and a real classic. I think the Challenger Drag Pak will end up like various 1970ish Mopars with the 426 Hemi in them, or maybe like the Superbird. Hard to say if the top Camaro and Mustang will end up like the GT350 and GT500 Shelby Mustangs. The Shelby Charger of the 1980s sure didn't. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] NA Diesels in higher altitude was Re: Rejuvenating Long Parked Cars
NA engines lose 4% of power for every 1000 ft above sea. In Fort Collins you'd be down 20%. Turbo/super charged engines aren't affected as much - maybe 10% total loss even at 10,000 ft. On Sunday, January 6, 2013, David Bruckmann wrote: Nope. My '76 300D (617.910) has a manual adjustment knob on the injection pump. Four settings based on altitude. The ADA was introduced with the 617.912 in the W123. Either way, aside from reducing smoke the adjustment/ADA cannot make up for the lowered oxygen density at higher alts. D. Rick wrote: On Jan 5, 2013, at 11:27 PM, Kevin Kraly kevinpadd...@gmail.comjavascript:; wrote: How would a NA Diesel run up here at 5000FT altitude? It should run just fine. I *think* Naturally Aspirated (NA) Mercedes have barometric compensation on the injection pumps, so it shouldn't matter. NA pumps have ADA as opposed to turbo pumps which have ALDA. I am sure someone will correct me if I am wrong. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] W210 tires
The G-MAX and the Ecsta 4x were tied for 3rd place when I bought tires back in October, looks like the 4x has slipped several places in the survey since the weather got cold. I usually try to buy tires that rank green (6.6 out of 10) across the board in Tire Rack owner surveys, I'm surprised that the Michelin Sport Pilot's snow ratings have slipped into the yellow, I thought they were all green last fall. Ultra High Performance All Season 215/55R16 tires: http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?type=UHPASwidth=215%2Fratio=55diameter=16tireSearch=truefilter=y If I had two sets of wheels, I'd definitely put these on for winter use: http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=GeneraltireModel=Altimax+Arcticsidewall=Blackwallpartnum=06QR6AMAXA ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] NA Diesels in higher altitude was Re: Rejuvenating Long Parked Cars
I agree with Mr Bruckmann on this. I drove my NA 200D from sealevel to 4000 ft frequently with little problem. Every time I drove a NA Diesel MB into higher altitudes, the performance was bad and so was the smoke. even at 7000 ft, the NA (non ADA) diesels were bad. If I could not find or justify a turboDiesel MB, I'd go for a VW turbodiesel. I crossed the CD with my turboDiesel Quantum and it performed pretty well . Nope. My '76 300D (617.910) has a manual adjustment knob on the injection pump. Four settings based on altitude. The ADA was introduced with the 617.912 in the W123. Either way, aside from reducing smoke the adjustment/ADA cannot make up for the lowered oxygen density at higher alts. D. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz E320 4matic Wagon
I checked the data card, it's very well optioned. If everything checks out on the PPI, I say go for it! 345 - RAIN SENSOR (For windshield wiper) 404 - MULTI-CONTOUR SEAT, FRONT LEFT 405 - MULTI-CONTOUR SEAT, FRONT RIGHT 472 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP) 600 - HEADLAMPS - CLEANING EQUIPMENT (Headlight Washers) 612 - HEADLAMPS XENON 873 - SEAT HEATER FOR LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SEATS On 1/6/2013 10:42 AM, Robert Koziak wrote: The VIN WDBJH82F9XX023290 comes back with no ssues on a simple auto check search but it has no details. The feedback is appreciated! Bob -- Chris J. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] 2WD W210s stay off this Norwegian coastal road.
Pretty! I wouldn't want to subject my car to the salt, but the road itself is not a challenge...especially if compared to the road to Hana on Maui! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of relng...@aol.com Sent: Saturday, January 05, 2013 8:09 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] 2WD W210s stay off this Norwegian coastal road. http://www.youtube.com/embed/4T4vc1QqiPM RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz E320 4matic Wagon
Thanks Chris.just waiting for inspection tomorrow and someone said they will try to get me a carfax. -Original Message- From: Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, Jan 6, 2013 1:57 pm Subject: Re: [MBZ] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz E320 4matic Wagon I checked the data card, it's very well optioned. If everything checks out on the PPI, I say go for it! 345 - RAIN SENSOR (For windshield wiper) 404 - MULTI-CONTOUR SEAT, FRONT LEFT 405 - MULTI-CONTOUR SEAT, FRONT RIGHT 472 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP) 600 - HEADLAMPS - CLEANING EQUIPMENT (Headlight Washers) 612 - HEADLAMPS XENON 873 - SEAT HEATER FOR LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SEATS On 1/6/2013 10:42 AM, Robert Koziak wrote: The VIN WDBJH82F9XX023290 comes back with no ssues on a simple auto check search but it has no details. The feedback is appreciated! Bob -- Chris J. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Wooo boy!
Are you talking impact driver or impact wrench as there is a BIG difference. With my impact driver (uses 1/4 hex bits), I can vary the torque with the variable trigger. Impact drivers can be used with small screws, say 1/2 #4. If I used an impact wrench (using 3/8 or 1/2 sockets) it's all or none torque and you control it by releasing the trigger early enough. Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max (159,xxx mi) On 12/29/2012 3:33 AM, Fmiser wrote: Curt Raymond wrote: Cranked it down with the impact gun (how did I ever get by without one?) and she's all good. ?? Impact drivers are great for removing - but assembling? I rank them as useful as sledge hammers for assembly... Forceful but tricky to control well enough to avoid damage. -- Philip, with a big sledge and a big impact driver in the garage. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] NA Diesels in higher altitude was Re: RejuvenatingLong Parked Cars
Jim wrote: The 240D automatic I had for awhile was a total slug. My '77 was an automatic also. I think even someone on a bicycle could beat that car to 20MPH with no problem. For a $750 car, it was quite fun and reliable, a Trusty Rusty. while I owned it for 4 months, I installed the engine mounts, replaced the leaky primer pump and worn alternator belt, did the pool noodle repair to the driver's seat, put the new hood star on and did an oil change. I was preparing to move, so I decided to sell it for $1100. The new owner just texted me the other day to wish me happy holidays, and he said that RustyD is still running very well. Kevin in LaPorte, CO ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] R107 wheel upgrades
why U strip out my pixture? On Jan 1, 2013, at 3:18 PM, clay monroe wrote: I am not overly happy about the solution myself. I fear it will end up like this If the tire folks would keep making a reasonably priced solution for these cars, that would be optimal. Ferrari uses the same rubber for their 1970's cars. Cost prohibitive to get those, as they come from the dealership not from a commercial shop. clay 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green 1972 220D - Gump - She is green, simple and ran 1995 E300D - Cleo - Used by the Queen of Denial POS 1987 SDL - Beware Nigerian Scammers On Jan 1, 2013, at 2:55 PM, WILTON wrote: My acceptance/approval of putting big wheels on a little wheel car, but, of course, if that's what it takes to keep wheels/tars on it, well. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, January 01, 2013 3:10 PM Subject: [MBZ] R107 wheel upgrades Had a blow out on right rear, classic center says to use underwhelming tires on stock rims or upsize to a 15inch. Both 14 15 inch are becoming harder to source so I looked at upsize x2, I still need good rubber for Froggy. I was able to pick up some 8 hole 16 inch benz rims. What does the group mind think I will have problems with? 1150 is cast on the front side. 7 1/2 Jx16H2 ET-96 PCD 112 Made in Italy I looked at tire sizes to fit and came up with best seeming to be a 205/60/16 in H rated or V. That would have minimal impact on speedo, which is far off anyway. Are these wheels too fat to fit under the fender? Any other issues I am missing? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Wooo boy!
Its a 24v 1/2 drive impact wrench up to 250 lb/ft. You can vary the torque by watching how much it spins and releasing the trigger. Most pneumatic guns (maybe just better pneumatic guns?) have a torque limiting control, usually on the back. For my uses this little electric gun is plenty, it'll take off lug nuts that were properly torqued but not those that are gorilla torqued which is why I have tires put on rims and put the rims on myself. -Curt Date: Sun, 06 Jan 2013 13:58:41 -0600 From: Benz Hogs benz-n-h...@gulseth.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Wooo boy! Message-ID: 50e9d771.2040...@gulseth.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed Are you talking impact driver or impact wrench as there is a BIG difference. With my impact driver (uses 1/4 hex bits), I can vary the torque with the variable trigger. Impact drivers can be used with small screws, say 1/2 #4. If I used an impact wrench (using 3/8 or 1/2 sockets) it's all or none torque and you control it by releasing the trigger early enough. Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max (159,xxx mi) On 12/29/2012 3:33 AM, Fmiser wrote: Curt Raymond wrote: Cranked it down with the impact gun (how did I ever get by without one?) and she's all good. ?? Impact drivers are great for removing - but assembling? I rank them as useful as sledge hammers for assembly... Forceful but tricky to control well enough to avoid damage. -- Philip, with a big sledge and a big impact driver in the garage. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] OT - Voice recognition software
Several years ago, one of you fine gentlemen sent me a voice rec. software program, Dragon, that I used for coupla years until my tremor went away, and I haven't used/needed it for about 6 years, now. 'Think it was Fred Mior who sent the program. Thanks, again, Fred. A niece just called with a question re. the program. She and her husband operate a thriving, but small, auction business. During last several months their internet sales have grown fast. Preparation for these sales, though, are a bit time consuming and tedious, taking two people. He has to take photo of the item and tell a helper what to type, etc., about the item in the appropriate blank. Niece is wondering it Dragon will allow one person to photo the item and then, using Dragon, tell the computer what to type in the appropriate blank of an Excel program. Anybody know? TIA 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] Civil Engineer Looking for Work - OT
Not all civil engineering is public works. My Dad is a civil engineer and has never gone long without a job, I think part of the trick is that he's also PLS (professional land surveyor). Its still not a real growth industry though. Right now Dad is a landfill manager which he says is the best job he's ever had. Theres lots of engineering that goes on on the landfill that they used to farm out to different companies. Even including my Dad's salary he figures the landfill saved around half a million bucks by having him on staff instead of farming that work out. Apparently most landfill managers are just high school graduates. -Curt Date: Sat, 5 Jan 2013 20:35:40 -0800 From: clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Civil Engineer Looking for Work - OT Message-ID: ae65324d-120f-43b5-a7ab-c3d31e401...@comcast.net Content-Type: text/plain;charset=us-ascii North Dakota maybe. Not much spare change for civil engineering projects in the Northwest. Washington will process the dang things to death, deplete any funding for actually building it, and then say they never really wanted it anyway. Western Montana was rebuilding the bridges on I-90 from Idaho to Missoula last year. clay 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green 1972 220D - Gump - She is green, simple and ran 1995 E300D - Cleo - Used by the Queen of Denial POS 1987 SDL - Beware Nigerian Scammers ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 - Voice recognition software
The new version of Dragon Naturally Speaking is very good. It should do the trick. But remember it has to be trained to the users speech habits. You can find deals on it with a Headset and lately they have been throwing in Family Tree Maker for free. Russ On 1/6/2013 16:48, WILTON wrote: Several years ago, one of you fine gentlemen sent me a voice rec. software program, Dragon, that I used for coupla years until my tremor went away, and I haven't used/needed it for about 6 years, now. 'Think it was Fred Mior who sent the program. Thanks, again, Fred. A niece just called with a question re. the program. She and her husband operate a thriving, but small, auction business. During last several months their internet sales have grown fast. Preparation for these sales, though, are a bit time consuming and tedious, taking two people. He has to take photo of the item and tell a helper what to type, etc., about the item in the appropriate blank. Niece is wondering it Dragon will allow one person to photo the item and then, using Dragon, tell the computer what to type in the appropriate blank of an Excel program. Anybody know? TIA 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 - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2013.0.2805 / Virus Database: 2637/6009 - Release Date: 01/04/13 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] 2.5D and seafoam
Show me verified research with that information. Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max (159,xxx mi) On 12/31/2012 10:28 PM, clay monroe wrote: That would be a waste. Once you get to B20, there is no added benefits to be had. IT does cause issues with eating hoses at higher than B30. Some will continue to evangelize B99, but it is really a fuel additive, not a long term fuel due to the damage you cause fuel lines and seals. The solvent value remains the same at B20 as higher ratios without causing fuel line failures. clay On Dec 29, 2012, at 6:26 PM, Greg Fiorentino wrote: Far as I am concerned the only treatment for Diesels is to run some cleaner through it by disconnecting the fuel feed hose. Trying to do it via the fuel tank is bs. How about running a tank of B99 or B100 through it, then changing filters? Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 - Voice recognition software
Oh! Russ, it was you who sent me the program, wasn't it? I'm sorry, I got you confused with Fred for few minutes. Thanks, again! Wilton - Original Message - From: Russ Williams rawil...@eatel.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2013 6:16 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software The new version of Dragon Naturally Speaking is very good. It should do the trick. But remember it has to be trained to the users speech habits. You can find deals on it with a Headset and lately they have been throwing in Family Tree Maker for free. Russ On 1/6/2013 16:48, WILTON wrote: Several years ago, one of you fine gentlemen sent me a voice rec. software program, Dragon, that I used for coupla years until my tremor went away, and I haven't used/needed it for about 6 years, now. 'Think it was Fred Mior who sent the program. Thanks, again, Fred. A niece just called with a question re. the program. She and her husband operate a thriving, but small, auction business. During last several months their internet sales have grown fast. Preparation for these sales, though, are a bit time consuming and tedious, taking two people. He has to take photo of the item and tell a helper what to type, etc., about the item in the appropriate blank. Niece is wondering it Dragon will allow one person to photo the item and then, using Dragon, tell the computer what to type in the appropriate blank of an Excel program. Anybody know? TIA 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 - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2013.0.2805 / Virus Database: 2637/6009 - Release Date: 01/04/13 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] OT a little light reading on injection
In Hendrik's submission (Mercedes Digest, Vol 86, Issue 33, Message: 2), he attached a link to a report by Frank DeLuca entitled History of Fuel Injection. In the article he mentioned that Rudolph Diesel wanted to use leftover piles of coal dust as fuel. I asked about the origin and eventual disposition of this material. Craig responded with the questions Which countryside? When? The first sentence in the report states When Rudolph Diesel contracted with Augsburg and Krupp of Germany in 1893 to develop a more efficient internal combustion engine, one of his objectives was to use a s fuel the mountainous piles of powdered coal which had been accumulating throughout the countryside. I presume this means in pre-WWI Germany. Now. I just created something else I'm curious about. As I typed this out, I copied and pasted, which caused my page to have several sizes of print. I am wondering if, when it get appears in the forum, the print size will be uniform, or if it will print with various sizes. If the latter, I apologize in advance for the difficult-to-read text. Jerry 82 240D __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 7866 (20130106) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.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 - Voice recognition software
No problem H*ll we've both slept a bunch since then :-D . On 1/6/2013 17:23, WILTON wrote: Oh! Russ, it was you who sent me the program, wasn't it? I'm sorry, I got you confused with Fred for few minutes. Thanks, again! Wilton - Original Message - From: Russ Williams rawil...@eatel.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2013 6:16 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software The new version of Dragon Naturally Speaking is very good. It should do the trick. But remember it has to be trained to the users speech habits. You can find deals on it with a Headset and lately they have been throwing in Family Tree Maker for free. Russ On 1/6/2013 16:48, WILTON wrote: Several years ago, one of you fine gentlemen sent me a voice rec. software program, Dragon, that I used for coupla years until my tremor went away, and I haven't used/needed it for about 6 years, now. 'Think it was Fred Mior who sent the program. Thanks, again, Fred. A niece just called with a question re. the program. She and her husband operate a thriving, but small, auction business. During last several months their internet sales have grown fast. Preparation for these sales, though, are a bit time consuming and tedious, taking two people. He has to take photo of the item and tell a helper what to type, etc., about the item in the appropriate blank. Niece is wondering it Dragon will allow one person to photo the item and then, using Dragon, tell the computer what to type in the appropriate blank of an Excel program. Anybody know? TIA 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 - No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2013.0.2805 / Virus Database: 2637/6009 - Release Date: 01/04/13 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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: 2013.0.2805 / Virus Database: 2637/6009 - Release Date: 01/04/13 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz E320 4matic Wagon
Chris James wrote: I checked the data card, it's very well optioned. If everything checks out on the PPI, I say go for it! 345 - RAIN SENSOR (For windshield wiper) 404 - MULTI-CONTOUR SEAT, FRONT LEFT 405 - MULTI-CONTOUR SEAT, FRONT RIGHT 472 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP) 600 - HEADLAMPS - CLEANING EQUIPMENT (Headlight Washers) 612 - HEADLAMPS XENON 873 - SEAT HEATER FOR LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT SEATS My blue 1999 has the seat heaters, wish it had the rest... The only problem I see is that it has Xenon and one of them is full of water. That headlamp assembly is probably a four digit item, and I don't know how easy it is to down convert to regular headlamps. He could probably buy a set of aftermarket regular lamps new with the proceeds from selling his Xenon from the good side, but it would require some rewiring at the minimum. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 - Voice recognition software
Wilton. Dragon works with all Windoze programs, plus many others. The newest version is very good. Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: mercedes list mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 6, 2013 5:48 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Several years ago, one of you fine gentlemen sent me a voice rec. software program, Dragon, that I used for coupla years until my tremor went away, and I haven't used/needed it for about 6 years, now. 'Think it was Fred Mior who sent the program. Thanks, again, Fred. A niece just called with a question re. the program. She and her husband operate a thriving, but small, auction business. During last several months their internet sales have grown fast. Preparation for these sales, though, are a bit time consuming and tedious, taking two people. He has to take photo of the item and tell a helper what to type, etc., about the item in the appropriate blank. Niece is wondering it Dragon will allow one person to photo the item and then, using Dragon, tell the computer what to type in the appropriate blank of an Excel program. Anybody know? TIA 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
[MBZ] Headlight Washers
Chris James wrote: --- snip --- 600 - HEADLAMPS - CLEANING EQUIPMENT (Headlight Washers) That brings to mind a question: when are the headlight washers on a W124 supposed to operate? Thanks, 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 - Voice recognition software
Thanks, Fred. 'Sorry I messed up your name. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Frederick Moir fredy4.s...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2013 8:19 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Wilton. Dragon works with all Windoze programs, plus many others. The newest version is very good. Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: mercedes list mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 6, 2013 5:48 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Several years ago, one of you fine gentlemen sent me a voice rec. software program, Dragon, that I used for coupla years until my tremor went away, and I haven't used/needed it for about 6 years, now. 'Think it was Fred Mior who sent the program. Thanks, again, Fred. A niece just called with a question re. the program. She and her husband operate a thriving, but small, auction business. During last several months their internet sales have grown fast. Preparation for these sales, though, are a bit time consuming and tedious, taking two people. He has to take photo of the item and tell a helper what to type, etc., about the item in the appropriate blank. Niece is wondering it Dragon will allow one person to photo the item and then, using Dragon, tell the computer what to type in the appropriate blank of an Excel program. Anybody know? TIA 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
Re: [MBZ] Headlight Washers
The headlight washers on many models typically only worked when both the headlights were on and windshield washers were actuated. Dan Sent from my iPad On Jan 6, 2013, at 8:48 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: Chris James wrote: --- snip --- 600 - HEADLAMPS - CLEANING EQUIPMENT (Headlight Washers) That brings to mind a question: when are the headlight washers on a W124 supposed to operate? Thanks, 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 - Voice recognition software
Wilton. You got it about right. I get blamed for things that I didn't do and (very rarely) thanked for them as well. I have a new unopened Dragon NS v.10 with headset, if you can use it, gratis. It is only gathering dust on the shelf. Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 6, 2013 8:52 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Thanks, Fred. 'Sorry I messed up your name. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Frederick Moir fredy4.s...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2013 8:19 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Wilton. Dragon works with all Windoze programs, plus many others. The newest version is very good. Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: mercedes list mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 6, 2013 5:48 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Several years ago, one of you fine gentlemen sent me a voice rec. software program, Dragon, that I used for coupla years until my tremor went away, and I haven't used/needed it for about 6 years, now. 'Think it was Fred Mior who sent the program. Thanks, again, Fred. A niece just called with a question re. the program. She and her husband operate a thriving, but small, auction business. During last several months their internet sales have grown fast. Preparation for these sales, though, are a bit time consuming and tedious, taking two people. He has to take photo of the item and tell a helper what to type, etc., about the item in the appropriate blank. Niece is wondering it Dragon will allow one person to photo the item and then, using Dragon, tell the computer what to type in the appropriate blank of an Excel program. Anybody know? TIA 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Magnetic Tools
Some of my tools have magnetic areas to use for holding stuff, etc. Unfortunately, the magnetic end up picking up every bit of metallic fuzz they get close to - drilling shavings, grinding filings, and on and on all seem to end up on the metallic helpers. Is there a easy (semi-easy) way to get the metallic lint off? I've tried using paper towels, rags, etc and it ends up being a exercise in frustration. Any ideas? Thx LarryT 74 911 66 MGB 91 300D Etc. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Opinions: 1999 Mercedes Benz E320 4matic Wagon
I wouldn't be so quick to ditch the self leveling Xenon's. New OE is around $800-$900?, but it should be possible to pick up a used assembly for less then half that. The WIS has instructions for adding some factory optional equipment to various models from the mid 80's on. ESP Xenons are a no-go on the W210 due to the wiring electronics involved, but heated seats, headlight washers ortho muti-contour seats are possible to add to a car without. I thought that was pretty cool! On 1/6/2013 7:55 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: My blue 1999 has the seat heaters, wish it had the rest... The only problem I see is that it has Xenon and one of them is full of water. That headlamp assembly is probably a four digit item, and I don't know how easy it is to down convert to regular headlamps. He could probably buy a set of aftermarket regular lamps new with the proceeds from selling his Xenon from the good side, but it would require some rewiring at the minimum. -- Chris J. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Magnetic Tools
Masking tape. The grunge will stick to the tape. 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] Headlight Washers
Yes, that's correct. Only with the headlights or parking lights on the washer activated do the headlight wipers work. http://youtu.be/BhRWG8ikwuI For awhile (starting with the W210), the high pressure headlight washers were switch activated, but recently are set at a fixed interval (i.e. every 10 washer activations). On 1/6/2013 8:54 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: The headlight washers on many models typically only worked when both the headlights were on and windshield washers were actuated. Dan -- Chris J. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Headlight Washers
On Sun, 06 Jan 2013 20:54:21 -0500 Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: The headlight washers on many models typically only worked when both the headlights were on and windshield washers were actuated. Aha! I have to give that a shot. I wondered when I ran my windshield washer I still had dirty headlights. Thanks! 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 a little light reading on injection
On Sun, 6 Jan 2013 15:55:48 -0800 Jerry Herrman jer...@san.rr.com wrote: Now. I just created something else I'm curious about. As I typed this out, I copied and pasted, which caused my page to have several sizes of print. I am wondering if, when it get appears in the forum, the print size will be uniform, or if it will print with various sizes. If the latter, I apologize in advance for the difficult-to-read text. If you send only text email (and not HTML), you will never have problems with difficult-to-read text; the recipient has selected the text he wants to see in his email client. In addition, your email will not waste network bandwidth by transmitting extra stuff. Your email came across as text email and is very readable. 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] R107 wheel upgrades
On Sun, 6 Jan 2013 14:38:05 -0800 clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net wrote: why U strip out my pixture? Did you send HTML email with the picture in the middle, or attach the picture to a text email? The latter has worked for me every time, though the last set of pictures took 11 days for Kaleb to approve. 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] Headlight Washers
That's how they work on my 124 cars. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20 Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: The headlight washers on many models typically only worked when both the headlights were on and windshield washers were actuated. Dan Sent from my iPad On Jan 6, 2013, at 8:48 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: Chris James wrote: --- snip --- 600 - HEADLAMPS - CLEANING EQUIPMENT (Headlight Washers) That brings to mind a question: when are the headlight washers on a W124 supposed to operate? Thanks, 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] 2.5D and seafoam
At the risk of upsetting anyone who knows everything already.. I suggest the following link to clear the air and understanding of just what Bio Diesel is and is not, how it can be used, made, and to what standard. http://www.biodiesel.org/ Respectfully, Grant... AZ... On Sun, Jan 6, 2013 at 4:17 PM, Benz Hogs benz-n-h...@gulseth.net wrote: Show me verified research with that information. Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max (159,xxx mi) On 12/31/2012 10:28 PM, clay monroe wrote: That would be a waste. Once you get to B20, there is no added benefits to be had. IT does cause issues with eating hoses at higher than B30. Some will continue to evangelize B99, but it is really a fuel additive, not a long term fuel due to the damage you cause fuel lines and seals. The solvent value remains the same at B20 as higher ratios without causing fuel line failures. clay On Dec 29, 2012, at 6:26 PM, Greg Fiorentino wrote: Far as I am concerned the only treatment for Diesels is to run some cleaner through it by disconnecting the fuel feed hose. Trying to do it via the fuel tank is bs. How about running a tank of B99 or B100 through it, then changing filters? Greg __**_ 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] Magnetic Tools
Clean it once, really well, then cover the end with simple masking tape. It doesn't have to be elegant, just put tape over the magnet area. The magnet will still work just fine, can even be immersed into oil if need be. When it gets metal fuzz.. peel the tape off and replace it with fresh.. Your welcome, ;)) Grant... AZ On Sun, Jan 6, 2013 at 7:08 PM, Larry T l02tur...@comcast.net wrote: Some of my tools have magnetic areas to use for holding stuff, etc. Unfortunately, the magnetic end up picking up every bit of metallic fuzz they get close to - drilling shavings, grinding filings, and on and on all seem to end up on the metallic helpers. Is there a easy (semi-easy) way to get the metallic lint off? I've tried using paper towels, rags, etc and it ends up being a exercise in frustration. Any ideas? Thx LarryT 74 911 66 MGB 91 300D Etc. __**_ 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] NA Diesels in higher altitude was Re: Rejuvenating Long Parked Cars
What David said - I don't recall the '70 220D having the altitude adjustment, and thought it was to cool deal when I got the '76 300D. The '81 240D had the ADA - auto adjustment. On Sun, Jan 6, 2013 at 10:40 AM, David Bruckmann bruckma...@transcontinental.ca wrote: Nope. My '76 300D (617.910) has a manual adjustment knob on the injection pump. Four settings based on altitude. The ADA was introduced with the 617.912 in the W123. Either way, aside from reducing smoke the adjustment/ADA cannot make up for the lowered oxygen density at higher alts. D. -- OK Don 2001 ML320 2012 Passat TDI DSG 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager 1957 C182A ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Civil Engineer Looking for Work - OT
I hear that the Chinese are puttin major effort into building infrastructure and good will in Africe - they see it as the next source of cheap labor, when their standard of living rises to an acceptable level. On Sat, Jan 5, 2013 at 11:06 PM, clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net wrote: They need all the civil engineers they can get to pull India out of the third world and into the first and a half. Take the job there, get some projects under his belt and move to Africa to spiff that place up. By then he will be senior engineer stock and can return to Amerika to rebuild what the idiots we have taking up space and breathable air in D.C. have allowed to go to pot clay -- OK Don 2001 ML320 2012 Passat TDI DSG 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager 1957 C182A ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Civil Engineer Looking for Work - OT
Take a job in India, gain experience and stay the hell out of Africa.. no matter what. Been there on several projects myself. DO NOT recommend anyone go there. Rich in resources.. and absolutely the most stupid people and governments on the face of the earth.. not to mention the raw exposure to disease, war, murder, and parasites. My last contract was in Nigeria, then Benin. The price for a hired murder there was $20, with a machete. If you wanted it done with a gun, the price was $50, cash up front, of course. Slaves were openly for sale. I ask my native associate what do you do with them? He replied, Anything you want, you own them. Medical care was not present, by any western standard. Oh,, btw.. kidnapping western people for ransom is a favorite pastime, plan accordingly. Grant... AZ... On Sun, Jan 6, 2013 at 8:33 PM, OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: I hear that the Chinese are puttin major effort into building infrastructure and good will in Africe - they see it as the next source of cheap labor, when their standard of living rises to an acceptable level. On Sat, Jan 5, 2013 at 11:06 PM, clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net wrote: They need all the civil engineers they can get to pull India out of the third world and into the first and a half. Take the job there, get some projects under his belt and move to Africa to spiff that place up. By then he will be senior engineer stock and can return to Amerika to rebuild what the idiots we have taking up space and breathable air in D.C. have allowed to go to pot clay -- OK Don 2001 ML320 2012 Passat TDI DSG 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager 1957 C182A ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 - Voice recognition software
Fred, we can use it and are very grateful. Wilton Strickland 618 Park Ave. Goldsboro, NC 27530 - Original Message - From: Frederick Moir fredy4.s...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2013 9:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Wilton. You got it about right. I get blamed for things that I didn't do and (very rarely) thanked for them as well. I have a new unopened Dragon NS v.10 with headset, if you can use it, gratis. It is only gathering dust on the shelf. Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 6, 2013 8:52 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Thanks, Fred. 'Sorry I messed up your name. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Frederick Moir fredy4.s...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2013 8:19 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Wilton. Dragon works with all Windoze programs, plus many others. The newest version is very good. Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: mercedes list mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 6, 2013 5:48 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Several years ago, one of you fine gentlemen sent me a voice rec. software program, Dragon, that I used for coupla years until my tremor went away, and I haven't used/needed it for about 6 years, now. 'Think it was Fred Mior who sent the program. Thanks, again, Fred. A niece just called with a question re. the program. She and her husband operate a thriving, but small, auction business. During last several months their internet sales have grown fast. Preparation for these sales, though, are a bit time consuming and tedious, taking two people. He has to take photo of the item and tell a helper what to type, etc., about the item in the appropriate blank. Niece is wondering it Dragon will allow one person to photo the item and then, using Dragon, tell the computer what to type in the appropriate blank of an Excel program. Anybody know? TIA 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Diesels at altitude
..How would a NA Diesel run up here at 5000FT altitude.. Terrible. In 1978 I drove my new 300D to Aspen Co and it was noisy and slooow. Driving up to the top of the condos at Snowmass on the heated concrete road it was full throttle first gear 3mph. Even in Reno at 4400 ft it was running too rich. Don't hang your hat on the barometric cell adjustment. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 - Voice recognition software
I got an ipad for Christmas, and that Siri thing is downright amazing. It does not seem to require learning my voice, and got it right from the git-go. --R On 1/6/13 8:19 PM, Frederick Moir wrote: Wilton. Dragon works with all Windoze programs, plus many others. The newest version is very good. Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: mercedes list mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 6, 2013 5:48 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT - Voice recognition software Several years ago, one of you fine gentlemen sent me a voice rec. software program, Dragon, that I used for coupla years until my tremor went away, and I haven't used/needed it for about 6 years, now. 'Think it was Fred Mior who sent the program. Thanks, again, Fred. A niece just called with a question re. the program. She and her husband operate a thriving, but small, auction business. During last several months their internet sales have grown fast. Preparation for these sales, though, are a bit time consuming and tedious, taking two people. He has to take photo of the item and tell a helper what to type, etc., about the item in the appropriate blank. Niece is wondering it Dragon will allow one person to photo the item and then, using Dragon, tell the computer what to type in the appropriate blank of an Excel program. Anybody know? TIA 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
Re: [MBZ] NA Diesels in higher altitude was Re: Rejuvenating Long Parked Cars
The earlier W115s have vacuum governors -- if you don't floor the pedal, it will regulate for proper fuel for altitude. However, full throttle overrides the governor. 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] W210 and rust
...Thats pretty awesome, but no reason you can't go there with a rear wheel drive car! They're designed and tested to handle far worse than that... Start paying attention. Just yesterday I was corrected firmly in re: W210 rusting spring perches and was triumphantly informed that only the 2WD versions have that problem. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] Diesels at altitude
On Sun, 6 Jan 2013 23:02:26 -0500 (EST) relng...@aol.com wrote: ..How would a NA Diesel run up here at 5000FT altitude.. Terrible. In 1978 I drove my new 300D to Aspen Co and it was noisy and slooow. Driving up to the top of the condos at Snowmass on the heated concrete road it was full throttle first gear 3mph. Even in Reno at 4400 ft it was running too rich. Don't hang your hat on the barometric cell adjustment. Having lived in Colorado for 12 years with NA diesels (a '72 220D/8 with a stick shift and a '64 190Dc with an auto), I'd say go for it! Don't let the naysayers dissuade you. 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] 1999 E320 rear door panel R/R
Andrew Strasfogel wrote: My friend needs to repair the locking mechanism on his 1999 E320. Anyone know how to remove the RR door panel? Looks a lot different from my 123 wagon... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxsTTU0zLdI ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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] NA Diesels in higher altitude was Re: Rejuvenating Long Parked Cars
On Sun, 6 Jan 2013 22:05:40 -0600 Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net wrote: The earlier W115s have vacuum governors -- if you don't floor the pedal, it will regulate for proper fuel for altitude. I don't know what arrangement the '72 220D/8 had, but one had to pay attention to throttle position to maintain the proper position for maximum power, which was a little before the exhaust smoke increased. The position changed with rpm, so one had to be aware of how the car was operating. However, full throttle overrides the governor. It does lay a pretty good smoke screen! 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] washers
..That brings to mind a question: when are the headlight washers on a W124 supposed to operate?.. The old way was, the head or parking lights must be on and when the windshield washer is activated, the headlight washers give two swipes and two squirts. That uses a lot of fluid so the newer cars like mine only squirt the headlights (no wipers anymore) every tenth time the windshield washer is used. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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 shoes and repair
Goodwill in Johnson County. Lots of executive castoffs. I just bought a pair of Allen Edmonds from Savers for $6. The uppers are in very good condition. One sole has a tiny hole. I also own Johnston Murphy purchased in the early 90's, maybe '94/'95. Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max (159,xxx mi) On 1/4/2013 6:52 AM, Donald Snook wrote: Rich wrote: Do you ever waltz in them? Sorry no waltzing. I did date a woman in college that was a dance instructor. She tried to teach me to dance. Never was very good. Perhaps it was because I was 19 year old kid and ballroom dancing didn't seem very cool. Gerry provided the following link: http://www.gucci.com/us/category/m/men_s_shoes/oxfords___lace_ups I would wear some of the more conservative styles, but I am afraid I would have to buy them at Goodwill. Maybe Beverly Hills has a goodwill store I could visit. Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT shoes and repair
On Sun, 06 Jan 2013 22:28:04 -0600 Benz Hogs benz-n-h...@gulseth.net wrote: Goodwill in Johnson County. Lots of executive castoffs. I just bought a pair of Allen Edmonds from Savers for $6. The uppers are in very good condition. One sole has a tiny hole. I also own Johnston Murphy purchased in the early 90's, maybe '94/'95. Are you at all concerned about getting athlete's foot or some other foot infection from used shoes? 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 shoes and repair
No worse than feet getting soaked running through a creek (think Hell Race) or racing through mud/water in a Cyclocross race. I've soaked more than one pair of running/cycling shoes in vinegar or sprayed the interior with alcohol/tea tree oil to combat bacteria. Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max (159,xxx mi) On 1/6/2013 10:53 PM, Craig wrote: On Sun, 06 Jan 2013 22:28:04 -0600 Benz Hogs benz-n-h...@gulseth.net wrote: Goodwill in Johnson County. Lots of executive castoffs. I just bought a pair of Allen Edmonds from Savers for $6. The uppers are in very good condition. One sole has a tiny hole. I also own Johnston Murphy purchased in the early 90's, maybe '94/'95. Are you at all concerned about getting athlete's foot or some other foot infection from used shoes? 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] Mercedes Digest, Vol 86, Issue 17
That was probably a later model then ours. I think it was something like late 50's early 60's. Tan two door. I think I still have a couple of the status lights from the dash around somewhere. I remember getting to drive it a couple of times under supervision. I think I would have liked it better if it had a floor shifter. Manfred Date: Sat, 05 Jan 2013 14:38:21 -0500 From: Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 86, Issue 17 Mom's Kadette had a floor shifter. As I recall it (and we all know how those childhood memories can be distorted as time goes on) was really, really long. The car was a light blue and had rubber floor mats. That's about all I remember about it. Mom loved driving a stick shift, and thrashed the heck out of that car. My Dad was an exec for a division of GM at the time, and the execs were always getting cars from GM's failed efforts at importing. For example, the car that preceded the Opel Kadette was a Vauxhall wagon 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] Diesels at altitude
When the right W115 comes my way, I'll certainly consider it. None of my Mercedes Diesels have ever been purchased for getting me anywhere in a hurry, he he he! Kevin in LaPorte, CO ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used 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
