I didn't know that about 110V machines. My welder is 110 and I make perfect
butt welds on sheet metal but now I'm interested in trying a 220 machine.
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On Jun 6, 2015, at 2:06 PM, G Mann via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
I don't recall you saying. Is the welder you
Hmmm. I just happen to be in Orlando on a layover…
On Jun 6, 2015, at 1:11 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
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Well when a new one costs the same as a new one from 20-30 years ago that
should speak volumes
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On Jun 6, 2015, at 12:07
I agree, but getting out the pedal set was a royal pain. I am not
sure I can contort enough to get the new pedal set in. The rest of
it is pretty straightforward.
One other thing I am considering is a 82-83 trans with the big box
doohicky that sits on the side between the IP and the
Craig writes:
I think he’s dead - like Jabba.
Really? Both of them died?
Or just dead to the virtual world?
Dead the virtual world of this list and Banned at least. Very much alive in the
real world, I think. I have not heard from Rusty in a LONG Time. Jabba is alive
in the virtual world
Both, I think.
Dan I’m not dead yet
On Jun 6, 2015, at 3:30 PM, Craig via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
On Sat, 06 Jun 2015 13:48:14 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes
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I think he’s dead - like Jabba.
Really? Both of them died?
Or just dead to the
Dan I’m not dead yet
http://youtu.be/mb2frZOA1Fw
Rick
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Mine is a DK45s, 2006 model. It's the model before the current DKxxSE
models. Dealer access is important, especially with a new (i.e in warranty)
machine. Recommend you scan posts on the Kioti owner/operator section of
Tractor By Net (http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/kioti-owning-operating/),
Ya'll probably know this but when working with lead - melting it, etc -
be very careful of the fumes - they are toxic and can cause liver and
other damage...
LarryT
91 300D
On 6/5/2015 11:32 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote:
JB Weld was my thought as well - but use it instead of the lead, not
the 81 240D (auto) will slip some in high gear if you try to
accelerate hard. I am thinking the auto transmission is toast.
Anyone had this experience before. It is the same as a worn out
clutch in a manual trans car when it slips in the highest gear in
acceleration.
Unfortunately it is
Yeah, I’m not sure about that. Looks like he painted the wheels a couple of
weeks ago, as it used to have the stock silver color on them. Not sure what
the seller was thinking, but it doesn’t add to the look of the car in my
opinion.
Dan
On Jun 5, 2015, at 10:45 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via
That fits with other advice I've gotten. I've also read to go up on power with
a hydro tractor which is why I'm thinking the 27 instead of the 20. Smaller
size is important to us for mowing around trees.
I'm thinking maybe loader backhoe and bush hog but I could probably give up the
backhoe.
Yes, I had the top bolt for a new strut (no more double nuts) loosen on a 124.
It may be time for struts and bearings also.
Can the top strut mounts be a source of play, and produce a
knock/click? If I back up and brake, then go forward and brake
(while parking, for instance), I get a
I think the struts and strut mounts have at least 100k miles if not more, I
just reviewed my log for the car ('95 sedan) and I haven't replaced either of
those.
Front bearings were serviced a couple years ago.
--
Max Dillon
Charleston SC
'87 300TD
'95 E300
On June 6, 2015 8:41:27 AM EDT,
Can the top strut mounts be a source of play, and produce a knock/click? If I
back up and brake, then go forward and brake (while parking, for instance), I
get a distinct single knock.
I also have play when pulling/pushing on the top of each front wheel, but no
play at the 9 3 o'clock
I've never heard that. I would have a machine shop match-balance the old
driven plate to the new flywheel, be sure to mark clock orientation on crank,
old plate and new flywheel.
--
Max Dillon
Charleston SC
'87 300TD
'95 E300
On June 6, 2015 8:38:23 AM EDT, Curly McLain via Mercedes
Then CHANGE YOUR FUSES?
http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/5035276031.html
Rick
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These last few days I drove up to DC from SC, collected the boy and his
impedimenta, and hauled it all up to Providence RI then drove back. It
has been some time since I have been up that way, most everything from
DC north, hell, Richmond (the capital of the Confederacy) north is
pretty much
Turned to dust and tossed into the wind
clay
On Jun 5, 2015, at 3:24 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote:
OK, so this is the first one of these fleece filters I've ever used. I see
the little graphic with the filter about how it's supposed to be positioned
on the long plastic tube, but
The attempt yesterday was on uncleaned metal. The disk brake was much better,
as it was only rusty, which I brushed off. I will use a grinder or wire wheel
to clean up future training attempts.
clay
On Jun 5, 2015, at 3:42 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote:
PC boxes are most likely clad with
I got a really nice Carhart jacket for $2 at goodwill. Heavy denim that the
gloves fit well over. There was also a nice heavy cotton child's blanket from
back in the day. I will be stitching two layers of fiberglass to it so I have
a welding blanket. Maybe use it as a bib if I am welding
On Sat, 06 Jun 2015 08:57:52 -0400 Max Dillon via Mercedes
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I've never heard that. I would have a machine shop match-balance the
old driven plate to the new flywheel, be sure to mark clock orientation
on crank, old plate and new flywheel.
Max is correct. The shop
Well when a new one costs the same as a new one from 20-30 years ago that
should speak volumes
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On Jun 6, 2015, at 12:07 PM, clay via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
I drove #1 boy's 300SE the other day. I am truly impressed by the fit and
finish compared the
Hahahahahha you think?
Ok, OK.. so I have both OCD and ADD ... Everything has to be EXACTLY
perfect... but only for a little while...
I've actually come to accept that Andrew and I will never agree. It's OK,
I can respect that. It is just environmental damage from having to live in
the DC
Curly wrote:
I guess it is about time to get out the 4 speed and do the
manual conversion.
That's my idea of how to repair an automatic transmission!
I've never actually done it, though...
If I remember correctly, the 240D flywheel is balanced
separately from the shaft, so all I need to
If I can make welds that look and perform well enough with this garbage unit, I
will move up to a real gas shielded product for future projects. If I can not
keep from producing crap, I will give up on welding, having invested little in
the attempt
clay
On Jun 5, 2015, at 3:28 PM, Dimitri
On Sat, 6 Jun 2015 09:25:08 -0500 Rick Knoble via Mercedes
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Then CHANGE YOUR FUSES?
http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/5035276031.html
YES! What a deal! It's worth more than $500 as scrap. If we were now in
Indiana, I jump all over it!
Craig
Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote:
Then CHANGE YOUR FUSES?
http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/5035276031.html
Dan should be expert in S500 cranks then dies by now.
Mitch.
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Crystal Lake is light years from Northern Indiana. it’s northwest of Chicago
almost to the WI border. Closer to the Doobie Brothers.
Dan
On Jun 6, 2015, at 10:44 AM, Craig via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
On Sat, 6 Jun 2015 09:25:08 -0500 Rick Knoble via Mercedes
Yes, however, it's a slow death and you go insane first. Since you drive
and work on antique [by modern standards] Mercedes, no one will notice. ;))
Work in a ventilated area, use a clay dam to keep the lead from pouring
through, and only heat the lead pot to the liquid lead pour point, preheat
Andrew would disagree
--R
On 6/6/15 11:04 AM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote:
I've been melting and recasting wheel weight lead for the last 35 years and
making lead shot for skeet shooting reloads, and lead bullets. Likely have
handled several tons over the years. No ill effects to date.
I have 1 more complete 4 speed manny parts car
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On Jun 6, 2015, at 10:43 AM, fmiser via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
Curly wrote:
I guess it is about time to get out the 4 speed and do the
manual conversion.
That's my idea of how to repair an automatic
I am outside and will set up a fan to assist in moving toxins
clay
On Jun 5, 2015, at 3:53 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote:
Not just sick.. but dead. .. welding galvanized metal in an enclosed space
will kill you.
The antidote, however is to drink milk... being lactose intollerent isn't
going
I drove #1 boy's 300SE the other day. I am truly impressed by the fit and
finish compared the the w220. The w140 is just the apex of luxury and comfort.
The driver seat feels like you are sitting you your granddad's favorite chair
when you were a kid. Big, fully supportive and expensive.
On Sat, 6 Jun 2015 09:53:53 -0700 clay via Mercedes
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If I can make welds that look and perform well enough with this garbage
unit, I will move up to a real gas shielded product for future
projects. If I can not keep from producing crap, I will give up on
welding,
Weis nichts. Looks nice. No more green for me.
On Jun 6, 2015 6:16 PM, WILTON via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
63 k? Vraiment?
Wilton
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63 k? Vraiment?
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Subject: [MBZ] Used 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 for Sale in
Shows well in the pictures, yet, it is a repaint, dealer owned and
prepped..
Interior shows well also.. however, at that price, it should. I'm seeing a
$4000 car with a $4000 dollar paint and dealer prep job..
Pass.. tyvm.
On Sat, Jun 6, 2015 at 2:54 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes
See, I am still on the upward curve
clay
On Jun 6, 2015, at 12:51 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes wrote:
You mean tack welds. Spot welds are made by a dedicated spot welder.
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On Jun 6, 2015, at 3:31 PM, clay via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
It is the crap 90 amp
http://www.madsenmotors.com/1982-MercedesBenz-300/Used-Car/Raleigh%2cDurham%2cCary-NC/4993948/Details.aspx
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I didn't know that about 110V machines. My welder is 110 and I make
perfect butt welds on sheet metal but now I'm interested in trying a
220 machine.
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Nicest welder I have ever used was a huge old motor (electric)
generator generating DC to weld with. I t weighed
Using a shit welder will make you give up on welding. Spend $600 on
a real welder and make good welds from day one. Been there done
that. Trust me.
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On Sat, 06 Jun 2015 10:49:27 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes
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Crystal Lake is light years from Northern Indiana. it’s northwest of
Chicago almost to the WI border. Closer to the Doobie Brothers.
Certainly not compared to Santa Fe, New Mexico.
And now that I'm
Don't waste your time on anything but clean metal.
Not 'til you have some experience, anyway.
-- Jim
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It is the crap 90 amp 115v cheapo unit. I want to get comfortable with it
making beads, but intend to mostly spot weld the panels for the floor. With
enough spots, I figure I can then do mini beads to link them.
clay
2002 s430 - Victor, a Stately well tailored chap
1974 450sl - Frosch -
On Sat, 06 Jun 2015 13:48:14 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes
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I think he’s dead - like Jabba.
Really? Both of them died?
Or just dead to the virtual world?
Craig
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You mean tack welds. Spot welds are made by a dedicated spot welder.
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On Jun 6, 2015, at 3:31 PM, clay via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
It is the crap 90 amp 115v cheapo unit. I want to get comfortable with it
making beads, but intend to mostly spot weld the
I have all of 40 minutes into the training as of this moment. I expect to have
a few more hours and bits of metal under my belt by the end of next week. If I
am still making welds that look like something you find in a diaper, I will
re-evaluate my competence.
clay
On Jun 6, 2015, at 10:20
No
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On Jun 6, 2015, at 12:24 PM, Craig via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
I sent an email to Rusty at rustycull...@gmail.com in early May and have
heard nothing back.
Has anyone heard anything from him lately?
Craig
I sent an email to Rusty at rustycull...@gmail.com in early May and have
heard nothing back.
Has anyone heard anything from him lately?
Craig
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Using a shit welder will make you give up on welding. Spend $600 on a real
welder and make good welds from day one. Been there done that. Trust me.
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On Jun 6, 2015, at 12:53 PM, clay via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
If I can make welds that look and perform well
I think he’s dead - like Jabba.
Dan
On Jun 6, 2015, at 1:39 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
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No
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On Jun 6, 2015, at 12:24 PM, Craig via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com
wrote:
I sent an email to Rusty at rustycull...@gmail.com in
True. Still farther than 125 miles from Elkhart or South Bend.
Dan
On Jun 6, 2015, at 1:22 PM, Craig via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote:
On Sat, 06 Jun 2015 10:49:27 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes
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Crystal Lake is light years from Northern Indiana.
I don't recall you saying. Is the welder you got 110 volt.. or 220 volt?
You will find 110 volt wire feeds struggle to hold a stable arc thus have
larger variation in the weld puddle temp and size.. With experience, the
welder can adjust his handling of the weld to compensate.. some.. but he
will
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