Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

I expect that it's geared such that it will be fine in town. Getting on the freeway and keeping speed up hills might be an issue, but then there are no hills in FL ??? On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 9:22 PM, tyee165 via Mercedes wrote: > But everyday traffic is fast these days so unless it is a garage q

Re: [MBZ] LED bulbs

Your son is correct. In addition to a slow falloff of the blue LED's photon emission with use, the fluorescent phosphors that are part of all white LED's fade with use, just like old fluorescents tubes whose phosphors are excited by high-intensity ultraviolet that comes from an electric arc throug

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

But everyday traffic is fast these days so unless it is a garage queen to be polished on Sunday it needs to move right along Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A Original message From: Dwight Giles via Mercedes Date: 2018-01-09 5:28 PM (GMT-06:00) To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Dw

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: 49 Battery

the 49 batteries are supposed to have a vent with a tube. I think only once, I got the tube when I bought a battery. But most og the group 49 batteries did have the vent constucted to put a tube on so the acid/gas can be conducted away from sheet metal. To me the AGM batteries were not worth

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

And not a car you buy for speed anyway. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Jan 9, 2018 1:30 PM, "OK Don via Mercedes" wrote: > I think it's a lighter car than a W115 or W123 chassis - won't be as slow > as you think. > > On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 10:28 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < > mercedes@okie

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: 49 Battery

Lots of 123's rust there. IIRC it has to do with water & not battery. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Jan 9, 2018 4:53 PM, "Mitch Haley via Mercedes" wrote: > > > On January 9, 2018 at 1:41 AM fmiser via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > > > > Bob wrote: > > > IS an AGM battery worth it?? > > > > I d

Re: [MBZ] LED bulbs

> On January 9, 2018 at 6:12 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Not sure if it applies to automotive bulbs, but my architect son advises > that over time, LED bulbs fade away. His firm had a presentation by some > manufacturer or vendor of lighting and were advised that LED bulbs g

Re: [MBZ] LED bulbs

Is there a graph of the fade? -MMM- On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 5:12 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Not sure if it applies to automotive bulbs, but my architect son advises > that over time, LED bulbs fade away. His firm had a presentation by some > manufacturer or v

Re: [MBZ] LED bulbs

Not sure if it applies to automotive bulbs, but my architect son advises that over time, LED bulbs fade away. His firm had a presentation by some manufacturer or vendor of lighting and were advised that LED bulbs get less bright over time. RB ___ http://www

Re: [MBZ] Video: LED Installation and Common Issues – Moss Motoring

Would work just the same. Make sure you get the bright set, not the cheap stuff. The cheap stuff is not bright, and does need a flasher. The better LED will likely have a built in resistor, so no need for flasher upgrade. Or, they may also want a flasher if you are hoping to get reduced amp

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: 49 Battery

> On January 9, 2018 at 1:41 AM fmiser via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Bob wrote: > > IS an AGM battery worth it?? > > I don't know. Lots of people say good things about them. But if > it is twice the price, I should get twice the life. I'm not sure > it adds up. Ever have a car rust out

Re: [MBZ] OT A propos frozen geckos

Sort of like the mice asking - who will bell the cat? On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 3:31 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > Looks like a good time to tie their mouth closed, and tie them to a tree > for later retrieval - good eating and fancy boots. > > On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 1:08 PM, Andrew Strasfogel v

Re: [MBZ] OT A propos frozen geckos

Looks like a good time to tie their mouth closed, and tie them to a tree for later retrieval - good eating and fancy boots. On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 1:08 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Alligators go snouts up in frozen pondsPublished: Tuesday, January 9, 2018 >

[MBZ] OT A propos frozen geckos

Alligators go snouts up in frozen pondsPublished: Tuesday, January 9, 2018 To survive cold winters, alligators allow their bodies to be frozen in place with their noses and large teeth protruding from the ice. The bizarre scene was filmed by a North Carolina swamp park after the "bomb cyclone" se

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

I think it's a lighter car than a W115 or W123 chassis - won't be as slow as you think. On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 10:28 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 09/01/2018 7:25 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > >> This is the one I want, but I think the price is still a bit

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

Because the Luscombe 8E is mildly aerobatic! Actually, you have "low and slow" for fun scenic touring (Luscombe, Breezy), enjoying the evening, etc., there is "high and fast" (Tailwind W10) for getting somewhere in a hurry or racing, and there is the abililty to haul a load (Cessna 182). Just like

Re: [MBZ] Video: LED Installation and Common Issues – Moss Motoring

I don't care for the guy, be he sells a few things.  ‎https://mercedessource.com/store/search?keys=led Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.oki

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

I don’t have the time, resources or space to do something that major. Also, as stated previously, I’m a purist. It does nothing for me to repower a vintage car. I’ll leave that to the hotrodders. Ask Lt. Don why one of his airplane buddies would want to fly a Luscombe. -D > On Jan 9, 2018, at

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

Just save the original so it could be put back in and find a bigger, better motor! Not suggesting a SBC, but just a 3 liter diesel. Even normally aspirated, it would have to be an improvement. RB On 09/01/2018 11:41 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: I would not. If it wasn’t installed at the fa

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

I would not. If it wasn’t installed at the factory (with the exception of the AC, of course), it doesn’t belong. -D > On Jan 9, 2018, at 12:39 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > So, are you a purist in the sense that you would not consider swapping in a > later motor? > > RB > >>

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

I’ve got time to look at it on Thursday. Might go have a look. -D > On Jan 9, 2018, at 12:32 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > You KNOW you're going to buy this car. You know you WANT this car. You know > WE want you to buy this car. > > Offer $2500 and drive it home. > >> On Tue, Jan 9, 20

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

So, are you a purist in the sense that you would not consider swapping in a later motor? RB On 09/01/2018 11:30 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: Absolutely. However, I’m more into the looks than the performance. And it has AC! -D On Jan 9, 2018, at 11:28 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wr

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

You KNOW you're going to buy this car. You know you WANT this car. You know WE want you to buy this car. Offer $2500 and drive it home. On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 12:30 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > Absolutely. However, I’m more into the looks than the performance. And > it has AC! > > -D >

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

Absolutely. However, I’m more into the looks than the performance. And it has AC! -D > On Jan 9, 2018, at 11:28 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > >> On 09/01/2018 7:25 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> This is the one I want, but I think the price is still a bit optimistic: >> >> h

Re: [MBZ] Video: LED Installation and Common Issues – Moss Motoring

> Dan wrote: > I’m a little confused by the comments on the Moss Motots Page, > however. They talk about the inability to use LEDs in a positive > ground system. That doesn’t make sense to me, as I would simply > reverse the LED. I’m not sure why that wouldn’t work It will - but I have not

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

"It's quick for it's age." On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 11:28 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 09/01/2018 7:25 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > >> This is the one I want, but I think the price is still a bit optimistic: >> >> https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/d/196

[MBZ] Tricked-up RR '79 Silver Shadow on BAT

Under $10k with 4 hours remaining. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1979-rolls-royce-silver-shadow/?utm_source=dailymail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2018-01-09 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscri

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: 49 Battery

BTW, after an hour plugged into a functional block heater my 361k mile 1983 300TD starts on a dime with no post-start stalling. Amazing difference. :). On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 1:41 AM, fmiser via Mercedes wrote: > > Bob wrote: > > IS an AGM battery worth it?? > > I don't know. Lots of people s

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

On 09/01/2018 7:25 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: This is the one I want, but I think the price is still a bit optimistic: https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/d/1968-mercedes-200d-diesel/6452342666.html I’m tempted to go look at it this week. I’m thinking $2500-$2800, maybe, depending on whe

Re: [MBZ] Video: LED Installation and Common Issues – Moss Motoring

I believe Moss meant that the LEDs fitted into sockets for standard automotive light applications only are made in one configuration, with the center contact(s) positive and the the outer body the negative lead. If you "roll your own" sockets / LEDs, you could of course reverse the polarity. Anot

Re: [MBZ] Video: LED Installation and Common Issues – Moss Motoring

Micheal, If you look on BenzWorld or any number of online forums, you’ll find numerous threads on LED conversions. For that matter, I’m pretty sure there are people out there selling kits with everything in them to do the conversion. I’m a little confused by the comments on the Moss Motots Pag

Re: [MBZ] Video: LED Installation and Common Issues – Moss Motoring

That's a nice video, but I'm not familiar enough with a 123 wiring diagram to be much use. The 123 has separate indicators for the turn signals, which is a plus, but the hazard switch / turn signal flasher set-up will need to be analyzed. What is the quality of the LED bulbs that you are seeking,

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

"Fishtail" body style? Maybe the seller is not too familiar with the marque? Looks like a great basis for a project _IF_ the rust is not too bad. - Max Charleston SC On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 8:25 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > This is the one I want, but I think the price is still

[MBZ] Video: LED Installation and Common Issues – Moss Motoring

This is a write up and video of how to install LED’s in an MG. I plan on doing this in my 78 MGB in the spring. Would this information apply to my 85 300D? I would like to update it as well. Is there a similar write up for our older Mercedes? http://www.mossmotoring.com/led-installation-and

Re: [MBZ] 49 Battery

Here's what Wiki say about AGM's FWIW: "AGM & Gel VRLA batteries: Have shorter recharge time than flooded lead-acid. Cannot tolerate overcharging: overcharging leads to premature failure. Have shorter useful life, compared to properly maintained wet-cell battery. Discharge signific

Re: [MBZ] The Finny for Poos is still available

This is the one I want, but I think the price is still a bit optimistic: https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/d/1968-mercedes-200d-diesel/6452342666.html I’m tempted to go look at it this week. I’m thinking $2500-$2800, maybe, depending on where the rust is, or not. -D > On Jan 8, 2018, at 11

Re: [MBZ] OT Wonder what these will cost

BIG profit! fmiser via Mercedes January 9, 2018 at 12:45 AM Curley wrote: Can anyone guess why the car builders love to sell trucks and SUVs? Less regulations, lower build cost, higher sell price, and the buyers want them. Next? __