Re: [MBZ] OT - MDD sounding MP 3,1

When we put the 32GB in my brother's 1,1 the fans pegged. Nasty. We pulled half of it out and it settled down. These RAM sticks were from an HP or something, definitely not the beefy heat sink jobs that were in there before. (All gone, now, due to the fire.)

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

A supported OS that lasts five years? That would be a solution providing it doesn't have all the pop-ups and other distractions that Windows has. Gerry ~~~ OK Don wrote: > Note - they now have the LTS version: "long-term support – which means > five yea

Re: [MBZ] An early 4th of July present.

On Fri, 24 Jun 2016 23:23:15 -0500 Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: > From this recording, perhaps if you have good speakers, you might get > an inkling of the powerful voice he has, and find it thrilling. Yes, he does have an excellent voice. Craig ___ ht

[MBZ] An early 4th of July present.

This recording is from 3 years ago, (july 3) but to hear Simon Estes sing this song in person is a thrill. The first time I ever heard Simon Estes sing, I was thinking what a voice to sing this song. And before the evening was over he sang it. From this recording, perhaps if you have good sp

Re: [MBZ] Here you go, Kaleb!

Perhaps they got the new engine 20 - 30 years ago? It also has roll-up windows. On Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 9:51 PM, Joel Cairo via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Where does one get a new 240 engine? > > --JC > > > > On 6/24/16 9:03 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > >> And it’s a manny

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

Note - they now have the LTS version: "long-term support – which means five years of free security and maintenance updates, guaranteed". http://www.ubuntu.com/download/desktop On Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 8:36 PM, archer75--- via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Okay, thanks, I will. I tri

Re: [MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D

On Fri, 24 Jun 2016 22:44:30 -0400 WILTON via Mercedes wrote: > In the center console under/with the emer flasher switch, isn't it? Yes, as I alluded to in my response. Craig > Wilton > > - Original Message - > From: "Michael Esh via Mercedes" > To: "Mercedes Discussion List" > C

Re: [MBZ] Here you go, Kaleb!

Where does one get a new 240 engine? --JC On 6/24/16 9:03 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: And it’s a manny tranny, too! http://sarasota.craigslist.org/cto/5632583669.html Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/a

Re: [MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D

In the center console under/with the emer flasher switch, isn't it? Wilton - Original Message - From: "Michael Esh via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: "Michael Esh" Sent: Friday, June 24, 2016 10:30 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D Where is the blinker re

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

That's interesting. Thanks. I'll try it. After Microsofts new CEO proved that people would buy Windows 10 even though it actively collects whatever information it wants from their computers, it seems like every company in Silicon Valley is doing the same. AVG, the antivirus I've used for years,

Re: [MBZ] Speaking of 116

Lemme know how it looks. I may be interested in it as a backup vehicle, myself... -MMM- On Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 7:33 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I would be more on this one if I had good seats for it. I think the ones > you have are the same color? I hav

Re: [MBZ] 240d

I wouldn't see a VW kubelwagen as,a substitute for a 240D. They are cool but not ... Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 1990 300D Wickford RI On Jun 24, 2016 1:06 PM, "Curt Raymond via Mercedes" wrote: > Investigate a VW Thing. In decent condition they're selling for 2-3x the > original purchase pric

Re: [MBZ] This is even better, Kaleb!

Yes blocks,are classy. Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 1990 300D Wickford RI On Jun 24, 2016 9:07 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > It’s already up on blocks for you! > > http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/5642771133.html > > Dan > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.co

Re: [MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D

Where is the blinker relay located on the 85 300D? Michael Esh 231-894-5505 > On Jun 24, 2016, at 3:27 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Swap out the emergency blinker module. Or the relay. > > On Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 12:47 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] "Car will look very sharp with minimal work"

Looks like they held an MMA match in there --JC On 6/24/16 8:55 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Interior is quite rough Sent from my iPhone On Jun 24, 2016, at 7:53 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Uh, yeah, right. http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/5647545681.html Dan

Re: [MBZ] Where are the brown car appreciation folks?

Ugh. What is a D300? Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 1990 300D Wickford RI On Jun 24, 2016 8:48 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/5628921218.html > > Dan > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http://

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

Okay, thanks, I will. I tried Ubuntu years ago, but every time I got used to one version they would make changes or bring on another version. Maybe by now they don't change things as often as they once did. Gerry ~~~ Curt Raymond wrote: > Its super eas

[MBZ] This is even better, Kaleb!

It’s already up on blocks for you! http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/5642771133.html Dan ___ 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/mailman/lis

[MBZ] Here you go, Kaleb!

And it’s a manny tranny, too! http://sarasota.craigslist.org/cto/5632583669.html Dan ___ 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/mailman/listinf

[MBZ] For all you W140 Lovers

This is about a mile from my house: http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/5649409378.html Dan ___ 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/mailman

Re: [MBZ] "Car will look very sharp with minimal work"

Interior is quite rough Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 24, 2016, at 7:53 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Uh, yeah, right. > > http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/5647545681.html > > Dan > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

[MBZ] "Car will look very sharp with minimal work"

Uh, yeah, right. http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/5647545681.html Dan ___ 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/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_ok

[MBZ] Where are the brown car appreciation folks?

http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/5628921218.html Dan ___ 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/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Speaking of 116

I would be more on this one if I had good seats for it. I think the ones you have are the same color? I have the back seat from that set but rats chewed it up. I may try to come look at it Sunday. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 24, 2016, at 5:58 PM, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Speaking of 116

As a bonus, for no extra charge, it comes with the evil crypsler ACC. Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes June 24, 2016 at 4:43 PM I talked to this guy and can get for 1k but after fixing rust and paint, and seat covers I could probably find one cheaper. 1980 Merced

Re: [MBZ] Speaking of 116

Hm. Take it to Martha on a road trip? :) On Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 4:43 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I talked to this guy and can get for 1k but after fixing rust and paint, > and seat covers I could probably find one cheaper. > > 1980 Mercedes 300SD > http

Re: [MBZ] 240D 4spd for Kleb price

Just take some guns and take the car. --R On 6/24/16 12:33 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: Weird, the clutch slave is a very easy job. Bring a jack and some stands and drive it away? Gotta be something else majorly wrong, years of deferred maintenance probably... -Curt From: Joel

Re: [MBZ] Fan question

Thanks Kaleb. As I thought Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 1990 300D Wickford RI On Jun 24, 2016 5:32 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yes > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Jun 24, 2016, at 3:23 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > >

[MBZ] Speaking of 116

I talked to this guy and can get for 1k but after fixing rust and paint, and seat covers I could probably find one cheaper. 1980 Mercedes 300SD http://fayar.craigslist.org/cto/5626553660.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-iDevice Android: http://tinyurl.com/CL-Android Se

Re: [MBZ] Now THIS is a Kleb Car!

Now damnit somebody find me a nice non turbo 240d/300d or a nice 116 300sd. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 24, 2016, at 4:38 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > http://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/cto/5642484619.html > > Dan > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.c

[MBZ] Now THIS is a Kleb Car!

http://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/cto/5642484619.html Dan ___ 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/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 240 Diesel showroom condition

My 81 in the barn has no sunroof Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 24, 2016, at 4:07 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Fri, 24 Jun 2016 16:26:11 -0400 WILTON via Mercedes > wrote: > >> From: "Curt Raymond via Mercedes" >> >>> I've never seen a 123 240D that didn't have air con, I've only eve

Re: [MBZ] Fan question

Yes Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 24, 2016, at 3:23 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > Does a W140 93 400sel have a fan clutch? > Thanks > > Dwight Giles Jr. > 1982 300CD > 1990 300D > Wickford RI > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list a

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 240 Diesel showroom condition

On Fri, 24 Jun 2016 16:26:11 -0400 WILTON via Mercedes wrote: > From: "Curt Raymond via Mercedes" > > > I've never seen a 123 240D that didn't have air con, I've only ever > > seen one that didn't have a sunroof. > > My '80 240D had no sunroof. Bought it new in Oct '79. Totaled by > uninsured

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 240 Diesel showroom condition

My '80 240D had no sunroof. Bought it new in Oct '79. Totaled by uninsured driver (other driver) on ragged pickup in Jul '88 at 185 kmi. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Curt Raymond via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: "Curt Raymond" Sent: Friday, June 24, 2016 1:5

[MBZ] Fan question

Does a W140 93 400sel have a fan clutch? Thanks Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 1990 300D Wickford RI ___ 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/mai

Re: [MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D

On Fri, 24 Jun 2016 16:47:23 + Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote: > When Jim says cycle it a bunch, that means A WHOLE BUNCH. I had a > similar problem once and after a couple hundred cycles back and forth > it worked. Or, you can open up the console, remove the switch, take it apart inside a

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 240 Diesel showroom condition

Easily worth $14k on ebay. On Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 2:59 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 24/06/2016 12:46 PM, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes wrote: > >> This is a whole new level of stupid price for a 240D. Put Down the >> crack pipe!!! >> >> http://orangecounty.cra

Re: [MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D

Swap out the emergency blinker module. Or the relay. On Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 12:47 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > When Jim says cycle it a bunch, that means A WHOLE BUNCH. I had a similar > problem once and after a couple hundred cycles back and forth it worked.

Re: [MBZ] OT - MDD sounding MP 3,1

It should be as quiet as the MP 1,1. Did you check the heat sinks for cleanliness when you had it open? I run 32GB of RAM in my MP 3,1 and its standard server RAM without the giant heat sinks. Very little, if any, fan noise. Dan Sent from my iPad > On Jun 24, 2016, at 3:01 PM, clay via Merced

[MBZ] OT - MDD sounding MP 3,1

The new to me MP has some serious fan issues. The 1,1 was rather quiet, with only minimal fan noise when things got hot and heavy (summer, much processor/GPU usage). The 3,1 has a constant high fan speed that make is seem like the Mirror Door model. Would this be due to the 32Gb of HP dimms n

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 240 Diesel showroom condition

On 24/06/2016 12:46 PM, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes wrote: This is a whole new level of stupid price for a 240D. Put Down the crack pipe!!! http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/5635029509.html No, be thankful that they appear to be going up in value and offer your 240D for $25K and smile i

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 240 Diesel showroom condition

On 24/06/2016 12:52 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: I've never seen a 123 240D that didn't have air con, I've only ever seen one that didn't have a sunroof. I think they all have a 4spd (the auto is a 4 right?). His car might not be as rare as he thinks it is. -Curt From: Kevin Kra

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

Right! Most people do web, email, photos and video, in that order. This is why the majority of OS "improvements" amount to downgrades of the user experience. That is why I complain about changes just because the programmers could make a change, not because of a good reason. All the const

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 240 Diesel showroom condition

I've never seen a 123 240D that didn't have air con, I've only ever seen one that didn't have a sunroof. I think they all have a 4spd (the auto is a 4 right?). His car might not be as rare as he thinks it is. -Curt From: Kevin Kraly via Mercedes To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Kevin Kraly

[MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 240 Diesel showroom condition

This is a whole new level of stupid price for a 240D. Put Down the crack pipe!!! http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/5635029509.html Sent from my cell ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

99% of people do 2 things, they surf the web and read email which for a lot (most?) of people with Yahoo or Gmail is the same thing. You don't even need libre office, Google drive has that all covered with cloud storage built in. My dad retired last year and in setting himself up for consulting

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

Actually you can boot from a USB drive forever even. I keep a copy of Puppy Linux on a USB drive at my parents house so I can use their computer without messing up any of their settings. They use a really big desktop resolution that drives me crazy... When I'm done I pull the USB drive and its t

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

It is easy so long as all you ever need is the builtins: Fire fox and libre office. The file manager analog to Winders explorer is not right out there like fire fox and libre office. So it is clunky to find files. when you need to add some other software, it gets all bash and tarball verna

Re: [MBZ] 240d

Investigate a VW Thing. In decent condition they're selling for 2-3x the original purchase price.Actually price out a '60s Camaro in drivable shape... -Curt From: Randy Bennell via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Randy Bennell Sent: Friday, June 24, 2016 12:06 PM Subject: R

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

+1 Dan > On Jun 24, 2016, at 12:55 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Its mostly not true though. Ubuntu is super easy, try it, you'll like it. > -Curt > > From: archer75--- via Mercedes > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Cc: "arche...@embarqmail.com" > Sent: Friday, June 24, 2

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

Yes, you can boot from a USB drive and try it before installing it on the PC. On Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 11:55 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Its mostly not true though. Ubuntu is super easy, try it, you'll like it. > -Curt > > > -- > OK Don *“Travel is fatal to pre

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

If it's your privacy that is at issue, and you don't do anymore than you listed, try TAILS: https://tails.boum.org/ You install it on a USB drive, boot the PC on it, and there you are. All traces are gone when you shut it down, and none (or very few) are left in cyberspace. On Thu, Jun 23, 2016

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

Its mostly not true though. Ubuntu is super easy, try it, you'll like it. -Curt From: archer75--- via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: "arche...@embarqmail.com" Sent: Friday, June 24, 2016 2:13 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12 Thanks, Curly. That's the best and simpl

Re: [MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D

When Jim says cycle it a bunch, that means A WHOLE BUNCH. I had a similar problem once and after a couple hundred cycles back and forth it worked. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Jim Cathey [mailto:jim.cathey...@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, June 24, 2016 11:02 AM To: Mercedes Discussi

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

Its super easy, get Ubuntu and be free... There are other distros that are super security conscious even. -Curt From: archer75--- via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: "arche...@embarqmail.com" Sent: Thursday, June 23, 2016 11:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12 Why d

Re: [MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D

Last resort: refill the blinker fluid reservoir. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] 240D 4spd for Kleb price

Weird, the clutch slave is a very easy job. Bring a jack and some stands and drive it away? Gotta be something else majorly wrong, years of deferred maintenance probably... -Curt From: Joel Cairo via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Joel Cairo Sent: Thursday, June 23, 2016 11

Re: [MBZ] OT: Replacing a disk on a Windows system

I've never had to call in a Win7 serial, I've installed and reinstalled my home machine several times through hardware changes and never had an issue. -Curt From: Tim Crone via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Tim Crone Sent: Thursday, June 23, 2016 8:21 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] 240d

On 23/06/2016 4:54 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Why are people wanting stupid money for their 240d? Have you looked at the asking prices for 40 and 50 year old American cars? The Mercedes seem cheap by comparison. RB ___ http://www.okiebenz.co

Re: [MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D

On 24/06/2016 11:02 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: Dude, cycle the emergency flasher switch a bunch first. On Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 8:33 AM, Michael Esh via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: The blinkers stopped working on my 1985 300 D. I checked the fuses and the bulbs and both ar

Re: [MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D

Dude, cycle the emergency flasher switch a bunch first. On Fri, Jun 24, 2016 at 8:33 AM, Michael Esh via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The blinkers stopped working on my 1985 300 D. I checked the fuses and the > bulbs and both are in good shape. Where is the relay located for the >

[MBZ] Blinkers died. 85 300D

The blinkers stopped working on my 1985 300 D. I checked the fuses and the bulbs and both are in good shape. Where is the relay located for the blinkers on this car? The flashers will not function either. Michael Esh 231-894-5505 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

Once you have used it to do a differential drain and refill, you'll know. Dan Sent from my iPad > On Jun 24, 2016, at 10:58 AM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > That is one awesome tool. How can anyone live without it? > >> On Jun 24, 2016 9:48 AM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" >> wrote: >> I have

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

That is one awesome tool. How can anyone live without it? On Jun 24, 2016 9:48 AM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > I have started using FCP Euro of late when I can get something OEM > aftermarket, such as a fan clutch for the W140. I have been pleased with > their service, but more so, their r

Re: [MBZ] 240D 4spd for Kleb price

A real classic! I love the content dense text. Will trade for guns? I have one Super Soaker. Maybe that plus $100 and I can on that car. On Jun 23, 2016 11:04 PM, "Joel Cairo via Mercedes" wrote: > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/5650793979.html > > $500 or some guns > > > -- > --JC > > > _

Re: [MBZ] Comments on FCP Euro

I have started using FCP Euro of late when I can get something OEM aftermarket, such as a fan clutch for the W140. I have been pleased with their service, but more so, their responsiveness when you make an inquiry. I would also say that they appear to be making a serious effort to meet the need

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

Curly, Back in the early 90s, there was a window of opportunity to have one OS, Unix, but the arrogance and ego of the Unix "leaders" prevented progress. There were new GUIs such as Looking Glass and others that could have been used. If so, we wouldn't have gone through the IBM and MS messes of

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

UNIX started long before a GUI was anything other than greenish text on a grayish black screen. The primary reason that so many things need to be done from the command line isn't just age of the OS, though. One of the hardest driven tenants behind UNIX is "small is better." Andrew Tanenbaum said it

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

Well put, Curly. If someone was to ask me what flavor of Linux to try, I would definitely recommend Ubuntu. It has the best (in my opinion) GUI for a Linux distro and supports well known browsers, for instance. If your needs are basic, you could get through Ubuntu without ever going to the CLI