Re: [MBZ] 240D Turn signal stalk

2013-07-02 Thread Jim Cathey
Can the turn signal stalk on a 78 240D be repaired-as in, is it eligible to have the detents filed? Yes, so far as I know. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Jim Cathey
But WD-40 is not a lubricant. But it sure acts like one. I think of it more as a very slow-set glue. I used ATF, and used the vacuum source to slurp it up into the cable sheath and all the way through. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

Re: [MBZ] 240D no start

2013-07-02 Thread Jim Cathey
So if battery was bad then why wouldn't it even crank with battery charger set 225A start mode. Why did it initially crank with battery charger and now not? Somebody once told me that it takes more like 1000A to crank one of these diesels over, if it's on the cold side. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] Black smoke and loping at idle.

2013-07-02 Thread Mitch Haley
Mike Esh wrote: I drove it today about 20 miles on the highway. Have you tried to clean the pumps? They may have gotten gummy being stored with diesel fuel instead of calibrating oil. You could disconnect the fuel and return lines, put them in a can of purge, and run on 100% diesel purge

Re: [MBZ] 240D no start

2013-07-02 Thread dseretakis
There were lights with charger connected but I guess the battery was so dead that it was robbing the current from the car. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 1, 2013, at 11:59 PM, Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: Ok trying to get my friend's 78 240D started. No luck. It

Re: [MBZ] 240D no start

2013-07-02 Thread dseretakis
That makes sense. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 2, 2013, at 2:34 AM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: So if battery was bad then why wouldn't it even crank with battery charger set 225A start mode. Why did it initially crank with battery charger and now not? Somebody once told me

Re: [MBZ] 240D Turn signal stalk

2013-07-02 Thread dseretakis
You want to file the detents or depressions in order to once again allow the pin to nestle in place without popping out. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 2, 2013, at 12:13 AM, Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: Can the turn signal stalk on a 78 240D be repaired-as in, is

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Problem -- '91 300D 2.5T

2013-07-02 Thread Larry T
Thanks Guys or all the great comments and suggestions - my wife drove me to the doctor yesterday and while it was mostly cloudy the AC seemed to work pretty well. I need to put a thermometer in the vent and see what it says. I assume I need to get on the open road, set the AC so the fan is

[MBZ] Some guy takes a 220D to the track.

2013-07-02 Thread dseretakis
http://oldcarjunkie.wordpress.com/2013/06/24/taking-the-diesel-mercedes-to-the-auto-x/ 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

[MBZ] Fwd: Fwd: [RTR] Old cars, old knees, new idea - The Human Hoist

2013-07-02 Thread Larry T
With this aging (gracefully) crowd, this would be a great addition to the garage! Add a low height lift capable of getting the car about 3' off the ground - which is more economical and easier from a logistics standpoint - and many jobs they nearly kill me now would become much easier! I

Re: [MBZ] Black smoke and loping at idle.

2013-07-02 Thread Mike Esh
I will try that today. Michael E. Esh 231-286-2344 On Jul 2, 2013, at 6:19 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Mike Esh wrote: I drove it today about 20 miles on the highway. Have you tried to clean the pumps? They may have gotten gummy being stored with diesel fuel instead of

Re: [MBZ] 240D Turn signal stalk

2013-07-02 Thread Jim Cathey
You want to file the detents or depressions in order to once again allow the pin to nestle in place without popping out. And go easy! The difference between stays in the detent now and won't come out of the detent now is only a stroke or two of the file. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Problem -- '91 300D 2.5T

2013-07-02 Thread Jim Cathey
What should I hope for 30F below ambient? Best I've ever seen is 39 degrees F. That's on test refrigerant, and probably no hotter than 90 out at the time. Modest humidity. Usually mid-40's. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Fwd: [RTR] Old cars, old knees, new idea - The Human Hoist

2013-07-02 Thread dseretakis
That's a pimp ass creeper:) Sent from my iPhone On Jul 2, 2013, at 7:27 AM, Larry T l02tur...@comcast.net wrote: With this aging (gracefully) crowd, this would be a great addition to the garage! Add a low height lift capable of getting the car about 3' off the ground - which is more

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Fwd: [RTR] Old cars, old knees, new idea - The Human Hoist

2013-07-02 Thread Rich Thomas
A cracky-ass creeper --R On 7/2/13 9:16 AM, dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: That's a pimp ass creeper:) Sent from my iPhone On Jul 2, 2013, at 7:27 AM, Larry T l02tur...@comcast.net wrote: With this aging (gracefully) crowd, this would be a great addition to the garage! Add a low height

[MBZ] OT BoB photos -- old airplanes

2013-07-02 Thread Rich Thomas
Who cannot love this? http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2352924/Glorious-photographs-Haynes-book-capture-RAF-Battle-Britain-Memorial-Flight.html --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Black smoke and loping at idle.

2013-07-02 Thread Michael Canfield
The Diesel-Purge treatment should be the first thing you do after getting a used pump installed and running. No way to adjust and get it running right if it is sticky and dirty inside. Mike On Jul 2, 2013 6:20 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Mike Esh wrote: I drove it today about 20

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Michael Canfield
Bt! Not completely. Interestingly enough the MSDS for wd40 lists aliphatic hydrocarbons as a main ingredient. Guess what fish oil is? Squalene(shark liver oil) is an example. Mike On Jul 2, 2013 1:45 AM, Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: No fish oil in WD40 (wife's tale). It's

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Fwd: [RTR] Old cars, old knees, new idea - The Human Hoist

2013-07-02 Thread Michael Canfield
Boy that would suck if you were in a hurry and started going up while sliding out and caught your chin on the rocker panel...ouch. Neat idea though. Mike On Jul 2, 2013 9:17 AM, dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: That's a pimp ass creeper:) Sent from my iPhone On Jul 2, 2013, at 7:27 AM,

Re: [MBZ] Some guy takes a 220D to the track.

2013-07-02 Thread Michael Canfield
Nice! I bet that was a load of fun! There is an uphill hairpin corner on a road to my place that is a blast in the 300d. It is a 10mph rated corner but I can stuff the old w123 through it at 50+. Come into it hard, point the front end into the bottom of the corner, drop to second with foot

[MBZ] OT Honda overheating?

2013-07-02 Thread Randy Bennell
Jodi's Honda is still questionable. Tom put a new radiator in on Saturday and she drove it to a friend's cottage on Saturday and then back on Monday. It did not overheat but appears to maybe be losing some coolant. She added some a couple of times which is not a good sign as he had

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Problem -- '91 300D 2.5T

2013-07-02 Thread Gerry Archer
One of the best tool investments I've ever made is a CPS Leak Seeker #LS790B. It is not cheap (around $250) but worth it's weight in gold when you have a very slow freon leak. It's sensitivity is remarkable on the highest setting. I've found leaks in cars that the Indys could not find. Gerry

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Problem -- '91 300D 2.5T

2013-07-02 Thread Fmiser
dseretakis wrote: What should I hope for 30F below ambient? Jim wrote: Best I've ever seen is 39 degrees F. That's on test refrigerant, and probably no hotter than 90 out at the time. Modest humidity. Usually mid-40's. 39 F difference? But usually mid-40 F difference? That

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Randy Bennell
On 01/07/2013 3:33 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: Initially, then when it goops up after it dries out you are worse off than when you started. --R Do you find that WD40 goops up? My experience with it seems to indicate that it just disappears. Randy ___

Re: [MBZ] Some guy takes a 220D to the track.

2013-07-02 Thread Rich Thomas
I drove the 300SD up to Chapel Hill a coupla weeks ago to swap cars with my daughter. We stayed at the SIL/BIL's place, which is in a development with a bunch of speed bumps. Having driven there a lot I know how other cars handle those bumps. In the 84 SD I never slowed down, it rolled

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Problem -- '91 300D 2.5T

2013-07-02 Thread Jim Cathey
39 F difference? But usually mid-40 F difference? That doesn't make sense! No, because I'm talking about outlet temps. freezing on the evaporator and clogging it. So the target is not a temperature different but an absolute outlet temperature. Yes, the system caps the evaporator

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Jim Cathey
Do you find that WD40 goops up? My experience with it seems to indicate that it just disappears. Try spraying it in an adding machine, clock, etc. Wait a month or six. Then buy another clock. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Rich Thomas
Yeah it leaves sort of a sticky brown gunky residue, most of it evaporates but I have noticed that residue after some long time. My in-laws are quite fond of it at the Nantucket house, which is right close to the water, and it gets a lot of salt spray and air, so stuff tends to corrode and

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Michael Canfield
It does goop up. Provides an excellent protective barrier for non-moving parts. Not so good on moving parts as it collects dust and dirt and goops up into a oily paste. Mike On Jul 2, 2013 12:14 PM, Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: On 01/07/2013 3:33 PM, Rich Thomas wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Some guy takes a 220D to the track.

2013-07-02 Thread Michael Canfield
Speed bumps? I wondered what they were as I breezed over them @ 15mph or so with barely a bump in the seat. B-) Mike On Jul 2, 2013 12:18 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: I drove the 300SD up to Chapel Hill a coupla weeks ago to swap cars with my daughter. We

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Michael Canfield
In a harsh environment like that the wd-40 is better. It displaces the water and leaves a protective barrier. Your LPS will not work as well. Mike On Jul 2, 2013 12:22 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Yeah it leaves sort of a sticky brown gunky residue, most of it

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Problem -- '91 300D 2.5T

2013-07-02 Thread Mitch Haley
Gerry Archer wrote: One of the best tool investments I've ever made is a CPS Leak Seeker #LS790B. It is not cheap (around $250) but worth it's weight in gold when you have a very slow freon leak. It's sensitivity is remarkable on the highest setting. I've found leaks in cars that the Indys

Re: [MBZ] Some guy takes a 220D to the track.

2013-07-02 Thread Mitch Haley
Rich Thomas wrote: I drove the 300SD up to Chapel Hill a coupla weeks ago to swap cars with my daughter. We stayed at the SIL/BIL's place, which is in a development with a bunch of speed bumps. Having driven there a lot I know how other cars handle those bumps. In the 84 SD I never slowed

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Mitch Haley
Rich Thomas wrote: Yeah it leaves sort of a sticky brown gunky residue, most of it evaporates but I have noticed that residue after some long time. My in-laws are quite fond of it at the Nantucket house, which is right close to the water, and it gets a lot of salt spray and air, so stuff

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Rich Thomas
I suppose, if the applied-to thing does not need to move --R On 7/2/13 12:26 PM, Michael Canfield wrote: In a harsh environment like that the wd-40 is better. It displaces the water and leaves a protective barrier. Your LPS will not work as well. Mike On Jul 2, 2013 12:22 PM, Rich Thomas

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Fwd: [RTR] Old cars, old knees, new idea - The Human Hoist

2013-07-02 Thread Craig
On Tue, 02 Jul 2013 07:27:59 -0400 Larry T l02tur...@comcast.net wrote: With this aging (gracefully) crowd, this would be a great addition to the garage! Add a low height lift capable of getting the car about 3' off the ground - which is more economical and easier from a logistics

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Problem -- '91 300D 2.5T

2013-07-02 Thread Gerry Archer
Gerry Archer wrote: One of the best tool investments I've ever made is a CPS Leak Seeker #LS790B. It is not cheap (around $250) but worth it's weight in gold when you have a very slow freon leak. It's sensitivity is remarkable on the highest setting. I've found leaks in cars that the

Re: [MBZ] AC leak sniffer

2013-07-02 Thread Randy Bennell
On 02/07/2013 11:52 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: Gerry Archer wrote: One of the best tool investments I've ever made is a CPS Leak Seeker #LS790B. It is not cheap (around $250) but worth it's weight in gold when you have a very slow freon leak. It's sensitivity is remarkable on the highest

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Curt Raymond
Snowmobile engines and exhausts tend to get all rusty after a couple years, they live in a difficult environment after all. That said I know a guy who, every spring soaks the whole engine in WD40 as part of his summerizing (like winterizing but backwards) procedure. His machines always look

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Randy Bennell
I also wonder if it is better to use the WD40 in the liquid state rather than aerosol cans of it. Randy On 02/07/2013 1:41 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: Snowmobile engines and exhausts tend to get all rusty after a couple years, they live in a difficult environment after all. That said I know a

[MBZ] Grommet Install tool for shifter bushings

2013-07-02 Thread Randy Bennell
Mentioned in one of the earlier posts. What does this look like and where would you get one? 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

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread RDeafBoy
I just got back from Ocean City assembling a vinyl shed from Lowe's called Lifetime...They sent me the wrong one which is bigger $450 worth more. They said to keep it ,so I had to enlarge my already made pressure -treated platform. Nice shed that is 8 x 12+. I live 15 minutes away from

[MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread G. M. Brown
I submitted this query previously but haven't seen it show up and wonder if it possibly got lost in cyberspace. Since the nearest MB dealer is 40 miles from me, I'm wondering if there is an acceptable alternative to the hydraulic fluid for the self leveling system on my '85 300TD which the

Re: [MBZ] Black smoke and loping at idle.

2013-07-02 Thread WILTON
That's why were all here listening and chiming in occasionally. 'Always enjoy learning, thank you. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 12:45 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] Some guy takes a 220D to the track.

2013-07-02 Thread WILTON
Yep, sorta frustrating following somebody driving Mercun iron; hafta slow to a crawl behind 'em at speed bumps and railroad crossings. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday,

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Rich Thomas
just order some from Jabba --R On 7/2/13 2:55 PM, G. M. Brown wrote: I submitted this query previously but haven't seen it show up and wonder if it possibly got lost in cyberspace. Since the nearest MB dealer is 40 miles from me, I'm wondering if there is an acceptable alternative to the

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread WILTON
Yes, much so. Wilton - Original Message - From: rdeaf...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 2:53 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts I just got back from Ocean City assembling a vinyl shed from Lowe's called Lifetime...They sent me the

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread Randy Bennell
Could telephone them I suppose but I notice the online catalogue won't let me enter a vehicle older than 1980. Randy On 02/07/2013 2:37 PM, WILTON wrote: Yes, much so. Wilton - Original Message - From: rdeaf...@aol.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 2:53 PM

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread WILTON
Call 'em; maybe they have a way you can get your needed stuff from 'em, anyway. Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 3:41 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread Randy Bennell
Will try Gary first and see how that works out. Randy On 02/07/2013 2:53 PM, WILTON wrote: Call 'em; maybe they have a way you can get your needed stuff from 'em, anyway. Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread Chris James
I hadn't looked at their main site, pretty cool! The service drive in looks like a movie set! http://www.granitifiandre.com/realizations/tile-flooring-wall-coverings/Motors/98740/keenan-motors-mercedes/ Apparently though, MBUSA has other ideas

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Curt Raymond
For a job like soaking the engine bay of a snowmobile the gallon bottles are probably invaluable. Otherwise I doubt it matters, its still liquid in the aerosol cans... -Curt Date: Tue, 02 Jul 2013 13:45:53 -0500 From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Curt Raymond
I didn't see it, must have been eaten by the grue. IIRC the only stuff is the MB stuff or maybe a Pentosin equivalent. I seem to remember Marshal being adamant on that one, possibly even more so than usual. I think he encouraged being absolutely sure the leaks were fixed before filling so you

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Randy Bennell
Not going to say that I recommend you do this, but my father had an Austin with suspension that could be pumped up. He used brake fluid. It is a thin hydraulic oil so no doubt similar to what is in there. Another alternative might be hydraulic jack oil if you are adventurous. Randy On

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Mitch Haley
Randy Bennell wrote: Not going to say that I recommend you do this, but my father had an Austin with suspension that could be pumped up. He used brake fluid. It is a thin hydraulic oil so no doubt similar to what is in there. Another alternative might be hydraulic jack oil if you are

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Randy Bennell
On 02/07/2013 4:06 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: Randy Bennell wrote: Not going to say that I recommend you do this, but my father had an Austin with suspension that could be pumped up. He used brake fluid. It is a thin hydraulic oil so no doubt similar to what is in there. Another alternative

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Mitch Haley
Randy Bennell wrote: On 02/07/2013 4:06 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: Randy Bennell wrote: Not going to say that I recommend you do this, but my father had an Austin with suspension that could be pumped up. He used brake fluid. It is a thin hydraulic oil so no doubt similar to what is in there.

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Dan Penoff
You can look in the MB recommended fluids list for the specs and supplier(s), but I am almost positive that there is only one manufacturer who makes it these days. I have heard and seen horror stories about people substituting all sorts of things for SLS fluid, every one ending in one form of

Re: [MBZ] 240D no start

2013-07-02 Thread Dieselhead
Shoulda seen the looks Toni used to get jumping the solenoid on our old 240d with a big allen wrench. Nuttin hotter than a cute chick under the hood of a German car...lol Mike I used a big long screwdriver for a long time. However i moved up to a 18 length of 1/2 copper tubing. that

Re: [MBZ] OT - Sondy Tale

2013-07-02 Thread Dieselhead
Dieselhead wrote: PreXACKLY! When I lived in paradise, I heard many military and military family members whining about there's nothing to do. They were insane. Somebody complained about being in Pearl Harbor, and the Japanese were not dropping bombs on him? Either they're insane, or they

Re: [MBZ] Black smoke and loping at idle.

2013-07-02 Thread Mike Esh
I have done many other things on my cars and I always enjoy the learning that takes place. I have little knowledge or experience with the injection pump and no one close by that could help me get through it the first time. I am learning more as we go from my mechanic and this forum. I will

Re: [MBZ] Black smoke and loping at idle.

2013-07-02 Thread Mitch Haley
Mike Esh wrote: I have done many other things on my cars and I always enjoy the learning that takes place. I have little knowledge or experience with the injection pump and no one close by that could help me get through it the first time. I am learning more as we go from my mechanic and this

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Curt Raymond
Brake fluid in a system not specifically designed for it will swell seals and generally make a mess of things. Most hydraulic systems like jacks say specifically NOT to use brake fluid. If I were going to try anything it would be generic hydraulic fluid. -Curt Date: Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:25:39

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Rich Thomas
Again, why not just call Jabba and the proper stuff will show up at your door in a coupla days, delivered by an authorized agent of the US gummint, or a private contractor, just for you! --R On 7/2/13 6:19 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: Brake fluid in a system not specifically designed for it will

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Problem -- '91 300D 2.5T

2013-07-02 Thread Benz Hogs
I'll buy your 2.5T :) Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max (167,xxx mi) On 6/30/2013 4:37 PM, Larry T wrote: I rec'd it so you either figured out the problem or the error note you rec'd was incorrect (which happens) usually people use a numeric 1 for the 1st letter when it is

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread WILTON
What!!? Five days to me and a COUPLA days to that Chewsets place?! Well, mine did languish in Memphis for coupla days. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 02,

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Scott Ritchey
As I recall, there was a Febi product that would do the job but it's probably harder to fond than the MBZ stuff. The accumulators in my 79 TD were shot (when I got it) possibly from someone putting the wrong stuff in a leaky system. Personally, I wouldn't risk ruining the expensive (and messy

Re: [MBZ] Some guy takes a 220D to the track.

2013-07-02 Thread Benz Hogs
Their suspension quality hasn't changed. I HATE RR tracks or speed bumps at slow speed in the ML, 20+ is best for rough patches. A few years back I dodged a full size coon on the interstate at 75mph. 3/4 of a lane to the right and back in 50-100 feet. Never phased the 300CD a bit. Loved

Re: [MBZ] Hydraulic fluid for self leveling system

2013-07-02 Thread Frederick Moir
On my shelf for my 300TD. From Rusty. Febi Hydraulic Fluid ZH-M Febi No. 02615.   Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred. From: Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 2, 2013 6:40 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] Black smoke and loping at idle.

2013-07-02 Thread Scott Ritchey
One of the wonderful things (IMO) about 123 and 126 MBZ cars is how they can be maintained by an amateur mechanic. Probably true of 124s too but I never owned one. In the end, rust, parts availability, and old age (of the mechanic) are the limiting factors. One of these days, good used 617

Re: [MBZ] 95 e300

2013-07-02 Thread rmassmann
Chris J., Thank you for the link, by the description I guess I am a special edition owner. I have the built in phone, 6 CD changer, burl wood trim, chrome sills, metallic paint, and the six hole rims. -Original Message- From: Chris James Sent: Monday, July 01, 2013 9:19 PM To:

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Scott Ritchey
Aliphatic hydrocarbons is a broad category that includes all hydrocarbon without aromatic rings. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aliphatic_compound -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Michael Canfield Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 9:46 AM

Re: [MBZ] Black smoke and loping at idle.

2013-07-02 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 4:00 PM, Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: The electrical technology is stone-age, but my 30+ year-old SD provides almost all of the features of the latest cars. My 27-year-old W124 provides features that I've seen on very few new cars, like the puddle

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Michael Canfield
Right. Such as fish oil. Mike On Jul 2, 2013 7:13 PM, Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: Aliphatic hydrocarbons is a broad category that includes all hydrocarbon without aromatic rings. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aliphatic_compound -Original Message- From: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 240D Turn signal stalk

2013-07-02 Thread OK Don
What Jim said! BTDT! On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 7:42 AM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: And go easy! The difference between stays in the detent now and won't come out of the detent now is only a stroke or two of the file. -- Jim -- OK Don 2013 F150, 19 mpg 2012 Passat TDI DSG,

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread rmassmann
That is one of the things I enjoyed about Rusty's BuyMBParts before he sold it. The web site still list the old phone number, but it appears to have been disconnected. Might have to try a new place. I did compare the price at the Keenan site and the muffler part I just ordered from BuyMBParts

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Benz Hogs
BTTT, WRONG. http://www.snopes.com/inboxer/household/wd-40.asp As for the claim the basic ingredient in WD-40 is fish oil, it's a common rumor and one that is easily propagated (because cans of WD-40 spray include no ingredients list), but a glance at the composition information included

Re: [MBZ] Grommet Install tool for shifter bushings

2013-07-02 Thread Benz Hogs
I made one using a short (1/2 or 3/4) length of 1 PVC pipe, some washers, a bolt, and nut. Kinda have to hold your mouth right, but it worked to get the bushings in place. I cannot provide pictures, the tool (if it's still together) is in Arkansas Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98

Re: [MBZ] Grommet Install tool for shifter bushings

2013-07-02 Thread Dan Penoff
I can't link to the actual page, but if you go to Baum Tools and choose Mercedes for the make, All for the section and use bushing for the tool name, it will come up first in the search results. http://www.baumtools.com/search/index.php Dan On Jul 2, 2013, at 2:53 PM, Randy Bennell wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Grommet Install tool for shifter bushings

2013-07-02 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Luther said: I made one using a short (1/2 or 3/4) length of 1 PVC pipe, some washers, a bolt, and nut. I'm having a bit of trouble picturing this without more details... Then Dan said: I can't link to the actual page, but if you go to Baum Tools and choose Mercedes for the make, All for

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Michael Canfield
The MSDS states between 47 and 58% Aliphatic hydrocarbon. That does not say exactly what it is. It COULD vey well be fish oil and only the manufacturer knows. The MSDS also states wd-40 to be non-toxic according to guidlines. Seems if it were mostly petroleum distillates it would be listed as

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Dan Penoff
http://wd40.com/about-us/myths-legends-fun-facts/ If... she.. weighs the same as a duck, she's made of wood. Dan On Jul 2, 2013, at 7:56 PM, Michael Canfield wrote: The MSDS states between 47 and 58% Aliphatic hydrocarbon. That does not say exactly what it is. It COULD vey well be fish oil

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread OK Don
Parafin ? That's what I've heard was in it. A typwriter repairman once told me that he could always tell when someone had sprayed WD40 in their Selectric -- On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 6:56 PM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.comwrote: The MSDS states between 47 and 58% Aliphatic hydrocarbon.

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread rmassmann
I will have to correct what I paid for my muffler from BuyMBParts it was actually 220 for the muffler, 275 was the total and I had also bought oil filters and exhaust pipe clamps. Sorry for the oversight. BUYMBPARTS does have free shipping on orders over $100.00. Bob Massmann 1995 E300D 375

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread Rusty Cullens
Guy's it appears Trent blew it in 3 months. I can't describe my pain. Not the money he beat me out of, the fact that ya'll have lost the best source for parts. I am really doing well at WP, I have beaten all the sales figures for a new guy! Life is good. Corporate life is awesome. Sent on

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread WILTON
He should be able to match ANY price; just don't depend on getting the part. Wilton - Original Message - From: rmassm...@embarqmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 7:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts That is

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Michael Canfield
Wouldn't paraffin be a solid at room temperature? Would it stay liquid with a petroleum distillate to thin it? I notice an oily residue, though it is thick. It really doesn't feel waxy to me. Mike Mike On Jul 2, 2013 8:01 PM, OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: Parafin ? That's what I've heard

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Tue, Jul 2, 2013 at 5:01 PM, OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: Parafin ? That's what I've heard was in it. A typwriter repairman once told me that he could always tell when someone had sprayed WD40 in their Selectric -- Was he British? Paraffin is BE for kerosene. Alex

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread Jon Agne
Rusty, After only knowing you for a short time and as someone who trusted you in business, I can only say I am sorry. I am glad that your present endeavor is working out. Best, Jon Agne On Jul 2, 2013, at 8:08 PM, Rusty Cullens wrote: Guy's it appears Trent blew it in 3 months. I can't

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread Rusty Cullens
Thanks John! Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® -Original Message- From: Jon Agne jonag...@gwi.net Sender: Mercedes mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com Date: Tue, 2 Jul 2013 20:30:59 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread WILTON
ATTABOY congrats on the WP part. We wish you well. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens rustycull...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 8:08 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts Guy's it appears

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread WILTON
Are you talking 'bout Rusty's former - Trent's BUYMBPARTS? 'Best we can tell, it's belly up. Took money from some of us for which we've seen no parts. How else can I say it? Call Keenan Motors or Gary at buyeuroparts.com at 954 889 5530. Wilton - Original Message - From:

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread Mountain Man
Bob wrote: PS. MAO Darren -your SCOBY babies will soon be on their way with instructions You could ship both SCOBY babies to Darren and give me an excuse to visit him at his Bow Truss roastery. mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

[MBZ] sls fluid

2013-07-02 Thread Rick Hawkins Java
you can use this I understand these fluids are included as approve by Mercedes for use in the SLS: Mercedes Febi Aral 1010 Gasolin 1010 Shell Tellus T17 Shell Areo Fluid 4 Please note: Shell Tellus T-17 has been replaced by Shell Tellus T-15 MERCEDES Mercedes also approves two

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread Mitch Haley
rmassm...@embarqmail.com wrote: That is one of the things I enjoyed about Rusty's BuyMBParts before he sold it. The web site still list the old phone number, but it appears to have been disconnected. Rusty sold that phone number to Trent. If it's disconnected, that's bad news for customer

[MBZ] sls fluid

2013-07-02 Thread Rick Hawkins Java
at autohaus https://www.autohausaz.com/search/product.aspx?sid=liek2z55rmd2yv55lw1zqlvzmakeid=800016@Mercedesmodelid=1194319@300TDT%20year=1982cid=27@Suspension%20Systemgid=11397@Self-Leveling%20Suspension%20Fluid $10.44 for the febi 0009899103 part number now someone find me a good used SLS

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Problem -- '91 300D 2.5T

2013-07-02 Thread Fmiser
Gerry Archer wrote: One of the best tool investments I've ever made is a CPS Leak Seeker #LS790B. It is not cheap (around $250) but worth it's weight in gold when you have a very slow freon leak. Mitch wrote: $250 seems a bit steep for a DIYer, but...

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread WILTON
Well, after 31 May, we couldn't get 'im to answer the phone or call back. What difference is disconnected? Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 9:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Keenan

Re: [MBZ] 240D hood release.

2013-07-02 Thread ernest breakfield
in my experience with bicycles, i don't use WD40 for anything except cleaning stuff off; things that need a lube get a light oil. WD40 is a Water Dispersant, not a lube. if you don't get it all off, it becomes a dirt magnet. cheers! e On 02/Jul/13 09:14, Randy Bennell wrote: On

Re: [MBZ] Keenan Motors website for parts

2013-07-02 Thread Curt Raymond
Hi Bob, Apparently you haven't been following along on this one, Trent turned out to be a turd, took orders and then didn't provide parts. Fortunately for the consumers credit card companies take a dim view of such behavior but AFAIK Trent is out of business... -Curt Date: Tue, 2 Jul 2013

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