Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread Dieselhead
Since I don't have any, that would be difficult. And while my primary motivation is to weigh down the trunk lid to its properly designed weight so it operates correctly, I recognize that the presence of the reflective triangle is an added safety benefit as well. Looks like they can be had on

Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Jul 28, 2013 7:58 PM, wrote: > > How did you get an aluminum > replacement lid? Which cars came > with those? All 560SECs had aluminum hoods and trunklids. Possibly earlier 126 coupes as well. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http:

Re: [MBZ] wasps everywhere

2013-07-28 Thread Allan Streib
Fmiser writes: > Paper or mud? The ones that build paper nest are the ones that > fight to defend their nests. At sundown is the time to get 'em. > They slow down, and are all on the nest. During the day, there is > always a few out and about. Paper. There was a mud nest in the air filter, w

Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread WILTON
Rich removed it from an MB in a salvage yard in Charleston, SC, area. He'll hafta remind us what car it was. I don't remember. Wilton - Original Message - From: To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, July 28, 2013 10:58 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source? How did

Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread dseretakis
How did you get an aluminum replacement lid? Which cars came with those? Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 7:19 PM, "WILTON" wrote: > Dan, little over a year ago, a vandal ruined original steel trunk lid on my > '91 350SDL (126); replacement lid is aluminum and would fly up dangerously

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Mountain Man
--R wrote: > He can write whatever he wants (it might be interesting to read, kinda like > watching that train wreck vid) and stay on the list for all i care, but > nothing will change the essential facts of what transpired. > For sure. And essentially when Trent dies from cancer, nobody really

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Allan Streib
G Mann writes: > Would someone tell the whole story of just what the hell happened with > Trent? Just once? I don't think anybody knows, other than Trent himself. I myself have no idea. -- Allan Streib ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives h

Re: [MBZ] wasps everywhere

2013-07-28 Thread Fmiser
> Allan wrote: > > I have not driven the 300D much this summer. > ... the thing is infested with wasps in every > crevice! In the door hinge recesses, under the fuel filler > cover, under the hood I've used quite a bit of Raid and think > I got them all. Paper or mud? The ones that build

Re: [MBZ] Car For Allen

2013-07-28 Thread Fmiser
> Allan wrote: > > Well at least we know it's not "chipped" Are you sure? Reading some of the ad copy for the "high performance" chips makes it sound like they have one for my OM616. --Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread G Mann
Would someone tell the whole story of just what the hell happened with Trent? Just once? Seems Q2 crashed on takeoff and the wreckage has not been recovered, the black box has not been found, and the NTSB report isn't even started. [To put it all in aviation type terms.] IMHO, it would be best co

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Rich Thomas
He can write whatever he wants (it might be interesting to read, kinda like watching that train wreck vid) and stay on the list for all i care, but nothing will change the essential facts of what transpired. I was driving all afternoon and thought about this a bit. When I placed my order end o

Re: [MBZ] Hole in the roof, was: parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Michael Canfield
Lets the heat out faster after my black 300d with dark tint sits in the sun. Mike On Jul 28, 2013 8:32 PM, "Mountain Man" wrote: > Dan wrote: > > The best sunroof MB ever had, IMHO, was in the W123 chassis where they > had the manual sunroof with the "T" handle. > > > > Yep. My '84 240D has tha

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Mountain Man
--R wrote: > He is a liar and a thief. Are we still in the USA? Or is this a group of Muslim Brotherhood? ...it sez... seventy times seven. Yet, we have crucified Trent seventy times seven. On sunday. Forgiveness? Probably not even close. Crucifixion? - you bet, seventy times seven. Hey, tha

[MBZ] wasps everywhere

2013-07-28 Thread Allan Streib
I have not driven the 300D much this summer. In fact I have not driven it at all for over a month. I need it while another car goes into the shop, so I went out this afternoon to wash it and check it over... the thing is infested with wasps in every crevice! In the door hinge recesses, under the

Re: [MBZ] Hole in the roof, was: parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Mountain Man
Dan wrote: > The best sunroof MB ever had, IMHO, was in the W123 chassis where they had > the manual sunroof with the "T" handle. > Yep. My '84 240D has that, but I never open the roof - shy would I want that? Sun gets in my eyes too often. It serves no real purpose. mao _

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Allan Streib
Look, I agree that in general just dropping off the radar is about the worst way to handle any kind of problem. That said, I can imagine circumstances where it would be understandable. Not knowing what has happened, I will take a wait and see approach. Jaime Kopchinski writes: > Opportunity t

Re: [MBZ] Car For Allen

2013-07-28 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jul 28, 2013, at 7:13 PM, "Allan Streib" Crap. Sorry I spelled your name wrong in the original post... Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] Car For Allen

2013-07-28 Thread Allan Streib
Well at least we know it's not "chipped" Dan Penoff writes: > Martinsville? > > I would be reluctant to buy anything like this in Martinsville. Most > of the locals drive big pick up trucks that spew huge amounts of smoke > when they pull away from a stop. -- Allan Streib ___

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Allan Streib
I would say, if we're going to let Gary back (and I really don't have a problem with that) then if Trent is "back in business" or trying to be, we should let him attempt to recover what's been lost, or make things right, to the extent that he can. We as individuals are all capable of deciding for

Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread MG
Speaking of triangles, does anyone have an extra fold up triangle for the older TDs? If not I guess I can always buy one of the new ones that they sell at any FLAPS. Manfred Dan Penoff wrote: Does anyone know if the W126 trunk triangle is the same as the one they used in the W140? Dan

Re: [MBZ] Hole in the roof, was: parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread MG
I kind of like the sun roof on mine. Then again I bought a car that didn't have the sun roof hoisted off of it before I bought it. Don't know why anyone would buy a car without the sun roof but I would also weld something up there What? Oh! Foisted. Never mind. :-) Manfred OK Don wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread dseretakis
Strap on a bag of lead bird shot:) Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 2:59 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > Looking for a trunk triangle for my S500 coupe (W140). > > No, I'm not that hung up about the safety aspect, I just like the trunk lids > a lot better when they have the proper amount of we

Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread WILTON
Dan, little over a year ago, a vandal ruined original steel trunk lid on my '91 350SDL (126); replacement lid is aluminum and would fly up dangerously when unlocked (could really hurt somebody by striking them under the chin). I weighed it down with appropriate number of old lead tire weights in

Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread Dan Penoff
Since I don't have any, that would be difficult. And while my primary motivation is to weigh down the trunk lid to its properly designed weight so it operates correctly, I recognize that the presence of the reflective triangle is an added safety benefit as well. Looks like they can be had on Fl

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Dieselhead
> Jaime wrote: Thanks Kaleb, I think this makes sense. How about letting Gary back on the lists? Lots of folks have requested this. I think its time. Huh?? You want Trent banned for his behavior, but you want Gary to not stay banned for his behavior? If one (Gary) can be re-instated

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Dieselhead
He is no better than trent.If trent is to be banned, then fats should stay banned. Thanks Kaleb, I think this makes sense. How about letting Gary back on the lists? Lots of folks have requested this. I think its time. Jaime ___ http://www.okiebenz.

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jul 28, 2013, at 3:46 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin" wrote: > All that was years ago, in reality most people have forgotten all about it Guess I am not most people. Although none of his vitriolic, caustic comments were directed at me, either here or on Banned, I remember them as if it was yesterd

Re: [MBZ] Other 606 issues soon to deal with

2013-07-28 Thread Rick Knoble
AeroKroil or one of the Kroil penetrants. http://www.kanolabs.com/google/ Rick Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 4:23 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin" wrote: > Maybe I should pull injectors and soak with marvel mystery oil overnight or > something before removal? ___

Re: [MBZ] Car For Allen

2013-07-28 Thread Dan Penoff
Martinsville? I would be reluctant to buy anything like this in Martinsville. Most of the locals drive big pick up trucks that spew huge amounts of smoke when they pull away from a stop. Dan On Jul 28, 2013, at 5:23 PM, Rick Knoble wrote: > Wow. 50mpg. > > http://indianapolis.craigslist.or

[MBZ] Car For Allen

2013-07-28 Thread Rick Knoble
Wow. 50mpg. http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/3955674820.html Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailm

[MBZ] Other 606 issues soon to deal with

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Acc vacuum is dead, think I have a leak somewhere under the hood before the acc. So I pulled the crossover pipe to get a better look and I do have bio degrading wiring harness that probably needs to be replaced although nothing odd seems to be going on. Also I believe I have some dead glow plugs

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
All that was years ago, in reality most people have forgotten all about it Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 2:31 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > Gary's behavior did not involve stealing from the list members or trading on > someone's (Rusty's) reputation and taking advantage of the list members

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
As I have said before if he wants back on the list and can behave he is welcome back Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 1:55 PM, Jaime Kopchinski wrote: > Thanks Kaleb, > I think this makes sense. > > How about letting Gary back on the lists? Lots of folks have requested > this. I thin

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Rusty Cullens
Not yet, I am waiting to see how the Gary thing works out. Can he be civil? Who knows? Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® -Original Message- From: Rick Knoble Sender: "Mercedes" Date: Sun, 28 Jul 2013 15:18:10 To: Mercedes Discussion List Reply-To: Mercedes Discuss

Re: [MBZ] Hole in the roof, was: parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread WILTON
The absolute BEST MB roof I've had was my '80 240D - good solid steel; no hole in it. What a car roof oughtta be. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Dan Penoff" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, July 28, 2013 3:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hole in the roof, was: parts source

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jul 28, 2013, at 2:46 PM, "Rusty Cullens" wrote: > Adios my friends! Are you quitting the list? :( Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options g

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jul 26, 2013, at 7:25 PM, "Allan Streib" wrote: > Did the hive-mind ever decide who was the best to go to for parts now? Since this was the original question, this I will address. I use Advance Auto for a lot of stuff now, with the over $75 free shipping and online coupon codes, they are to

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Rusty Cullens
I miss selling all the folks on this list as well. I wish things had gone better for Trent, I continue to offer any advice to him but he won't respond to me. I have forgiven Gary for accepting 17k in my Amex deposits from web sales at buyMBparts.biz that went into his buyMBparts.com checking ac

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread OK Don
Would Gary want to re-join this list? Why? On Sun, Jul 28, 2013 at 2:03 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > I agree, If there are concerns about behavior, and I know there are, make > his membership conditional. Having born the brunt of his anger and now > reconciled with him, I truly believe he is a much

Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread OK Don
Weigh one of the ones you have, and just add that much weight to the lid --- oh, Martha wouldn't do that? ;-) On Sun, Jul 28, 2013 at 1:59 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > Looking for a trunk triangle for my S500 coupe (W140). > > No, I'm not that hung up about the safety aspect, I just like the trunk

Re: [MBZ] OT: Satellite ISPs

2013-07-28 Thread OK Don
$200 for two years, IIRC. On Sun, Jul 28, 2013 at 1:43 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > Yea but you can pay up front some sort of charge and not have the > equipment fee. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Jul 28, 2013, at 1:39 PM, OK Don wrote: > > > So there's a " $9.99/month equipment lease " in a

Re: [MBZ] Hole in the roof, was: parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Allan Streib
I like the sunroof, actually. Makes the non-functioning AC more tolerable. WILTON writes: > Y'all've heard me say for years, but I'll say it again, "I think it is > stupid to cut a hole in a perfectly good steel top." We've (Americans), > though, have evidently been gullible enough for 30 or

Re: [MBZ] Hole in the roof, was: parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Mitch Haley
Dan Penoff wrote: The best sunroof MB ever had, IMHO, was in the W123 chassis where they had the manual sunroof with the "T" handle. I'd like to know who made them for Saab 99 series. You pushed forward or pulled back on a recessed handle and the roof unlatched and slid in the desired direct

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Dan Penoff
Gary's behavior did not involve stealing from the list members or trading on someone's (Rusty's) reputation and taking advantage of the list membership in doing so. I agree that his behavior was highly inappropriate, but he didn't steal or take advantage of list members. Totally different situ

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Fmiser
> Jaime wrote: > > Thanks Kaleb, > I think this makes sense. > > How about letting Gary back on the lists? Lots of folks have > requested this. I think its time. Huh?? You want Trent banned for his behavior, but you want Gary to not stay banned for his behavior? If one (Gary) can be re-insta

Re: [MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread Dan Penoff
Does anyone know if the W126 trunk triangle is the same as the one they used in the W140? Dan On Jul 28, 2013, at 2:59 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > Looking for a trunk triangle for my S500 coupe (W140). > > No, I'm not that hung up about the safety aspect, I just like the trunk lids > a lot better

Re: [MBZ] Hole in the roof, was: parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Dan Penoff
The best sunroof MB ever had, IMHO, was in the W123 chassis where they had the manual sunroof with the "T" handle. Dan On Jul 28, 2013, at 3:00 PM, WILTON wrote: > Y'all've heard me say for years, but I'll say it again, "I think it is stupid > to cut a hole in a perfectly good steel top." We

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Dan Penoff
I agree, If there are concerns about behavior, and I know there are, make his membership conditional. Having born the brunt of his anger and now reconciled with him, I truly believe he is a much better person. He has done a great job for me as far as parts are concerned, and I know this is the

Re: [MBZ] Hole in the roof, was: parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread WILTON
Y'all've heard me say for years, but I'll say it again, "I think it is stupid to cut a hole in a perfectly good steel top." We've (Americans), though, have evidently been gullible enough for 30 or more years to pay big money for 'em. I sure as Hell wouldn't have a car with a hole in the roof, i

[MBZ] Trunk Triangle Source?

2013-07-28 Thread Dan Penoff
Looking for a trunk triangle for my S500 coupe (W140). No, I'm not that hung up about the safety aspect, I just like the trunk lids a lot better when they have the proper amount of weight in them. My other cars got trunk triangles retrofitted to them, and it was amazing how much nicer the trun

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Curt Raymond
I meant he could have the opportunity to rebuild his honor. He can make good to the people he wronged and then start honoring his word to new people. Not to me though, he burnt that bridge already. -Curt Date: Sun, 28 Jul 2013 13:41:51 -0500 From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" To: Mercedes Discussion Li

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread WILTON
'Ain't over yet. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Dan Penoff" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, July 28, 2013 2:16 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again I would agree. While I am a believer in forgiveness, I draw the line when someone willfully steals from me.

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Jaime Kopchinski
Thanks Kaleb, I think this makes sense. How about letting Gary back on the lists? Lots of folks have requested this. I think its time. Jaime On Sun, Jul 28, 2013 at 2:47 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > I say buy from jabba or autohausaz, I will probably unsubscribe Trent and > ban him > > Se

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread WILTON
All I said was let us hear more. We're entitled to an explanation. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Jaime Kopchinski" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, July 28, 2013 2:02 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again Opportunity to rebuild?! This guy "stole" from so ma

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I say buy from jabba or autohausaz, I will probably unsubscribe Trent and ban him Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 1:45 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > Thank you, Kaleb. I think that is appropriate considering the events that > have taken place. > > Dan > > > On Jul 28, 2013, at 2:41 PM, K

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Dan Penoff
Thank you, Kaleb. I think that is appropriate considering the events that have taken place. Dan On Jul 28, 2013, at 2:41 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > He will not get the opportunity here, he will not be allowed to sell parts > here. > > Sent from my iPhone > ___

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Rich Thomas
He is a liar and a thief. I do not care what his issues are. There is no assumption and no opinion in that, just facts: Lies: took money with the promise to send goods in return. Promised this multiple times to multiple people. Thief: Took money from multiple people and did not s

Re: [MBZ] OT: Satellite ISPs

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Yea but you can pay up front some sort of charge and not have the equipment fee. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 1:39 PM, OK Don wrote: > So there's a " $9.99/month equipment lease " in addition to the monthly > data plan charge? > Starts to make cell phone data tethering charges lo

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
He will not get the opportunity here, he will not be allowed to sell parts here. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 1:02 PM, Jaime Kopchinski wrote: > Opportunity to rebuild?! This guy "stole" from so many people and now hes > getting another chance?! You guys are too much... > > I can'

Re: [MBZ] OT: Satellite ISPs

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I have that it does not help much Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 12:44 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: > Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: >> I thought about doing that with my wife's phone via unlimited data on us >> cellular but the signal is not strong enough out here for a very fast >> connection

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Dieselhead
Silence leads to speculation. Silence by someone holding your money leads to intense speculation. Despite an obvious melt down for what ever reason on your part there are two debts incurred. One is monetary, and is apparently being addressed. The second is a debt of business trust and goodwill, wh

Re: [MBZ] OT: Satellite ISPs

2013-07-28 Thread OK Don
So there's a " $9.99/month equipment lease " in addition to the monthly data plan charge? Starts to make cell phone data tethering charges look cheap. On Sat, Jul 27, 2013 at 7:53 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > I have the 25 gig plan which I usually do not come close to unless the kid > gets

[MBZ] Hole in the roof, was: parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread OK Don
I think that the person who hoisted sunroofs off on all US destined cars is evil. The best answer I've come up with so far is to TIG the things closed and sealed. If I were to be preparing to repaint a car, that's what I'd do. On Sun, Jul 28, 2013 at 11:47 AM, MG wrote: > Sounds good to me. I c

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Jaime Kopchinski
I completely agree. On Sun, Jul 28, 2013 at 2:16 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > I'm sorry, but I think the whole thing stinks to high heaven and that > Trent should be banned. His actions were inexcusable. > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Dan Penoff
I would agree. While I am a believer in forgiveness, I draw the line when someone willfully steals from me. I never received all of the parts I ordered, nor did I get a refund. When I attempted to do so promised were made, not followed through with, then I was ignored. One could argue that i

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Jaime Kopchinski
Opportunity to rebuild?! This guy "stole" from so many people and now hes getting another chance?! You guys are too much... I can't wait to hear his excuse... and I can't wait to hear the groups reaction. This really is insane and I don't understand it one bit. Jaime On Sun, Jul 28, 2013 a

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Curt Raymond
Pardon me if I don't do the dance of joy. On June 6th (boy, it feels like it was a lot longer ago) you sent me a message which said "I find out" after I asked about some parts you had provided incorrectly. I never have had another message from you. Its not the end of the world for me, it was 2

Re: [MBZ] OT: Satellite ISPs

2013-07-28 Thread Mitch Haley
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I thought about doing that with my wife's phone via unlimited data on us cellular but the signal is not strong enough out here for a very fast connection. That's what antennae and possibly amplifiers are for. Mitch. ___ http://www

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread WILTON
Good to hear from you, Trent. Please, let us hear more. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Buymbparts" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, July 28, 2013 11:51 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again No not pawned, I will post an explanation of my problems later. I don'

Re: [MBZ] OT: Satellite ISPs

2013-07-28 Thread Curt Raymond
I was complaining about our slow internet. We've got DSL and its 1.5Mb/s which is all thats offered. I took that because Comcast rapes you if you don't want TV which we don't and they wanted a $200 setup fee to do absolutely nothing which irritated me no end. That said based on what I see on Ex

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread MG
Sounds good to me. I could use a vacation. The door seals are easy but I don't know if even the offer of a vacation is enough to get me to do another roof seal. I'm still thinking of doing them on the sedan and I'm putting it off at least till winter so I don't melt down here. Which reminds me.

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Ha. So much for conventional wisdom. Or perhaps I should fly you in to replace all my door and roof seals? On Sun, Jul 28, 2013 at 12:09 PM, MG wrote: > I used the front sunroof seal from them and while it wasn't much fun > putting it in it works just fine. Did close a bit tight at first but

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread MG
I used the front sunroof seal from them and while it wasn't much fun putting it in it works just fine. Did close a bit tight at first but it is just fine now. I would think that with any rubber seal the new one will be a bit tight till it compacts to the in use stage. At least that is what happ

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread G Mann
Silence leads to speculation. Silence by someone holding your money leads to intense speculation. Despite an obvious melt down for what ever reason on your part there are two debts incurred. One is monetary, and is apparently being addressed. The second is a debt of business trust and goodwill, whi

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Buymbparts
No not pawned, I will post an explanation of my problems later. I don't care if you want to read them or not. This forum is awful good at assuming your own opinions. At least I'll give you a reason. Not a thief either, most of you have been credited back for parts not shipped, if you haven't you

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I do not buy uro parts when they show them available. If that is all they show for a particular part I order that from somewhere else Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 10:11 AM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > I had to return a "Uro" front s/r seal that was too fat to fit my 1983 > 300TD wago

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
I had to return a "Uro" front s/r seal that was too fat to fit my 1983 300TD wagon. I handled the transaction online - it was a piece of cake. I shipped it back and within 5 days they credited my money back to the credit card. These guys really know how to run a business. On Sun, Jul 28, 2013 at

Re: [MBZ] OT: Satellite ISPs

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I thought about doing that with my wife's phone via unlimited data on us cellular but the signal is not strong enough out here for a very fast connection. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 28, 2013, at 7:36 AM, Hans Neureiter wrote: > I use Wifi teathering off my 4G LTE cellphone. Speed is enough f

Re: [MBZ] OT: Satellite ISPs

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
It's the only option Sent from my iPhone On Jul 27, 2013, at 11:43 PM, Allan Streib wrote: > "Kaleb C. Striplin" writes: > >> I have the 25 gig plan which I usually do not come close to unless the >> kid gets ahold of the iPad and starts watching movies. If it is toward >> the end of the mont

Re: [MBZ] parts sources, again

2013-07-28 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I have ordered from autohausaz several times and have never had a problem Sent from my iPhone On Jul 27, 2013, at 10:45 PM, Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> wrote: > I got one order from autohaus. no problem > > Need to order again > > I think the consensus is that we are on our own. Bu

Re: [MBZ] OT: Satellite ISPs

2013-07-28 Thread Hans Neureiter
I use Wifi teathering off my 4G LTE cellphone. Speed is enough for streaming. 5 gig full speed is included in my $ 60/mo plan (Cricket). On Sat, Jul 27, 2013 at 11:43 PM, Allan Streib wrote: > "Kaleb C. Striplin" writes: > > > I have the 25 gig plan which I usually do not come close to unless

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

2013-07-28 Thread MG
Also need to keep in mind that there are some pumps with the Bosch production number 251 that may have the mark on the housing in the wrong place. Not all of them either. It should be under the approximate middle of a bolt if it isn't then you need to set the gear mark three teeth to the left o

Re: [MBZ] Water leaking into trunk- '87 300SDL

2013-07-28 Thread Ralph Robertson
thanks, will have the seal checked carefully. The water seems to come in at the top of the trunk, right across the whole trunk. Possibly even from the ledge under the window, but it could be running from the trunk lid across to this ledge. Will check it out. Ralph On Fri, Jul 26, 2013 at 10:26