Re: [MBZ] OT: Compost from road kill (Mitch Haley)

> G wrote: > Does anyone here use the "Deer Whistles" device that you mount > on front bumper? FLAPS most often carry them. About $10 or > less. The wind through them send out a sound that puts deer and > elk on high alert and they run away rather than toward your car. Mounting location can be i

Re: [MBZ] OT: Compost from road kill (Mitch Haley)

> Kaleb wrote: > Oh so the old square body as they call it I believe. Yup. Squarebody pickups are '73-'87. Suburban and crew-cab are '73-'91. But there were some minor changes through those years ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http:/

Re: [MBZ] OT: Compost from road kill (Mitch Haley)

> Dan wrote: > 1988, I believe. Bought it new, I think it was around $16k. >From the taillight in the photo, I'd guess later than '84. Probably before 89 but I'm less sure of that. I have a few of those around here. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search lis

Re: [MBZ] OT - electric cars for city use

Priapus have near no value as a used car in SEA. Must be related to UBER not allowing you to drive a car of a certain age. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Dec 10, 2018, at 8:31 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > The Leaf has an abysmal depreciation rate. It would be a great ca

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

When I was a wee youth, my Mater procured for me a pair of ICKYa beds. From the mother country store, not some transplanted sawdust sandwiched in contact paper. Real wood and quality viking engineering. 50 years on, my nephews are using them. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Dec 10

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

No shi… uh, very interesting SWMBA’s father grew up a wee stone’s through up river from the bridge. Right on the water. Her grandfather ran a tug. Between Wintler Park and Tidewater. clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Dec 10, 2018, at 4:45 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > > Fo

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

There must be a market for film camera stuff. My local Goodwill (greedy bast’ids) put up all manner of lenses and camera bodies (those that have survived abuse and age) on their Bay of Fleas store. A massive contingent of collectors must need this stuff, or it would not keep filling page after

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Ah, but Roger, those crafty folk will be able to keep our antiquities in fine fettle should they require repair. Heaven forbid we should lose the craftsmen who can whip up a whole auto interior and soft top should we require that. I know on my SL, it being green, that I am at the mercy of such

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

That train of thought sort of speak to the loss of patrimony. Maybe the older folks liked to have a significant connection to their ancestors, many having had to part with all connection to the past when they got onto the ship to come to America. What little they could stuff into a corner of t

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

The youth of this era are into ephemeral instead of things that last. All is VERY temporary to them, so why be saddled with the weight of reality. Play on the pretty screen, and should you die on the morrow, you are leaving nothing behind. This generation is disposable. The lack of monumenta

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

The new wind arrays are much more bird friendly. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 11:06 PM Dimitri via Mercedes wrote: > And his neighbors could benefit from all the free dead bird meals! > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Dec 10, 2018, at 9:54 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrot

Re: [MBZ] A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

Worthless to me. I would suck the battery dry on a visit to my mother, and could not make it to the PnP and back. I guess if all you do is tootle off to the local vegan food shoppe, it is fine clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Dec 10, 2018, at 10:32 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wro

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Coal Scuttle. I appreciate that. My mother has one as decor, that used to be functional as heat for her home oh, so many years ago. She changed her fireplace to gas, but still has the scuttle. I should ask that it come my way when she is done with it. Being an old fart, I did not abuse my h

Re: [MBZ] OT - electric cars for city use

The Leaf has an abysmal depreciation rate. It would be a great car to pick up after two or three years from new for about 1/3 of the cost of new. Rick From: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: December 10, 2018 10:26 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: astrasfo...@gmail.com

Re: [MBZ] OT - electric cars for city use

Kinda pricey but all had decent scores. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 6:49 PM OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > Curt mentioned possible interest in an electric car for Angie when the time > comes, then I saw this today: > > The Cheapest Electric Cars on the Market > - *2018 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive - *$

Re: [MBZ] Carfax Please

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/1986-mercedes-190d/6751081617.html clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net > On Dec 9, 2018, at 7:24 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Curley says: > >> Should make a good DD, but by spring in Gary, >the rust should be blooming >> nicely! Drive

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

And his neighbors could benefit from all the free dead bird meals! Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 10, 2018, at 9:54 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > I was just thinking that Andrew should go all in with the global warming and > put up a big wind generator on a 300' tower in his backy

Re: [MBZ] OT: Instant Pot

I got one for my own birthday present coupla months ago but have not used it yet. Need to do it soon. It keeps staring at me. --FT Sent from iPhone > On Dec 10, 2018, at 5:42 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes > wrote: > > My daughter recently got me going on Instant Pot. The controls make it

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

On Mon, 10 Dec 2018 20:38:33 -0500 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > No idea. The youngest got it and knows exactly nothing about them. It > looks like you can spend another $50-$100 and make it really nice with > a bunch of add-ons. I like that there is a laser etching add-on that’s > cheap. T

Re: [MBZ] OT: Instant Pot

I use mine at least once a week. It’s great. Made bone broth in it today. Turned out nicely. Bob R Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 10, 2018, at 8:08 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > I opted for a simple Aroma rice cooker last year over wunnadem when #1 > Daughter's rice cooker crap

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Thank you Roger. As someone who has refinished a lot of antique furniture I agree. We have a houseful of antiques & none of our nieces & nephews is interested even though most are family pieces. My one nephew would like my 300CD- Mercedes content. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Dec 10, 2018 10

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Well, once again, I guess we'll just agree to disagree. My point has always been that younger people don't appreciate the value and craftsmanship of old things. Now they can replicate the process, etc., but it won't be an old thing, just their reproduction. So...let's move on. I will go bac

Re: [MBZ] OT: Compost from road kill (Mitch Haley)

I use them on all vehicles. After our pastor had two deer encounters I gave her a set: no deer strikes since. > -Original Message- > From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of G > Mann via Mercedes > Sent: Sunday, December 09, 2018 12:28 PM > To: Mercedes Discuss

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

Yeah that is like the ones I’ve seen cheap. You can put a laser diode on them. Look at Lightburn for the laser software. I think these low-end machines have a GRBL arduino controller, very simple stuff, but powerful and gets the job done. It will be fun. --FT Sent from iPhone > On Dec 10, 20

Re: [MBZ] OT: Instant Pot

I opted for a simple Aroma rice cooker last year over wunnadem when #1 Daughter's rice cooker crapped out.   So, nope, but apparently Asian folks like them, as it is very hard to find plain rice cookers now. Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote on 12/10/18 4:42 PM: My daughter recently got me go

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

I was just thinking that Andrew should go all in with the global warming and put up a big wind generator on a 300' tower in his backyard.   Since all his neighbors are of the same "global warming" persuasion they would also like a tower and windmill in their backyard also, so they can charge th

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

They prefer ICKYa "furniture" made of sawdust rather than real furniture that will last generations. They generally throw out the ICKYa "furniture" each time they move. Yes, Curt, there are a very few exceptions, but the majority prefer ickya. ROGER HALE via Mercedes wrote on 12/10/18 12:01 PM

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

Print me a Glock please, 9mm. -- 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/mailman/listinfo/merced

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

No idea. The youngest got it and knows exactly nothing about them. It looks like you can spend another $50-$100 and make it really nice with a bunch of add-ons. I like that there is a laser etching add-on that’s cheap. That could be fun. -D > On Dec 10, 2018, at 7:31 PM, Curt Raymond wrote

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

Not really. The one place view cameras are still viable is in high end architectural photography and surveying. That’s mainly because of the resolution and ability to do shifting. Otherwise, they’re as much of a dinosaur as any other film camera, I would think. I had a 5x7 view camera when I

Re: [MBZ] OT: Instant Pot

On Mon, 10 Dec 2018 14:42:59 -0800 Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: > My daughter recently got me going on Instant Pot. The controls make it > dead simple to do sauteeing, steaming, slow cooking, and pressure > cooking or even sous-vide. It works great and can be a big time-saver. > Any of you

Re: [MBZ] A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

We have one in the company vehicle fleet.  A 2006.  It has 240k miles and just keeps on going. On 12/10/2018 10:29 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: My thought also, one of the absolute worst rental cars I've ever had. That they had the gall to call it an SUV only worsens the insult... -C

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

That's good news - I never did any work with the Pentax cameras after the M42 mount. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 5:30 PM Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The newer Pentax DSLRs are really nice, and the capability of the older > lenses is not impaired by the newer body, b

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

For once a year I'm perfectly willing to hand-wash the china. I have inherited a set, Spode, and also a sterling silverware set. International Silver? Both are 12-place sets. They were the "We made it" ware of my great aunt generation, which turned out to be childless so all that stuff ended

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

Check first - most brands changed lens mounts when they went digital. I know that Nikon and Leitz kept the old mounts - I use old manual Nikkor lenses on my D750 in manual mode -they work great, and the focus confirmation is handy at times (500 f8 reflex lens for example). You can use ancient Leica

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

View cameras are still current, are they not? No digital sensor comes close to what an 8x10" sheet of film can capture. Also, the tilt/shift/focal-plane capabilities are indispensable. They're no less a pain in the ass than they ever were, but if you can power through the difficulties... Wow

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

Is it any good? At $199 I'd consider it... On Monday, December 10, 2018, 5:44:19 PM EST, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: This is the printer: https://tinyurl.com/y8mhc9my -D > On Dec 10, 2018, at 5:34 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > There are now cheepchinee 3D printe

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Curt, My view of fine China of which we have a boat load is that it is,a difference between a vintage Benz & a,Chevy or VW. Anyway. Dwight Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Dec 10, 2018 4:43 PM, "Curt Raymond via Mercedes" wrote: > Only good until its time to sell. ;) > I took the dog for a wa

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

I second KEH as the Rusty of used cameras. I recently sold my Leica collection to them - they were the only cameras that I have that they were interested in. Certainly not the Nikon F, F2, F3's. I kept the Hasselblad 500c because I really like the fine mechanical action and the way all the parts go

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Indeed it is, though for every day use our Corelle ware is fine. We use Grandma's old china (bone, English, hand painted) for holiday meals, then throw it in the dishwasher. It does fine. It is not microwave safe though, get's too hot and cracks. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 3:59 PM Randy Bennell via M

[MBZ] OT - electric cars for city use

Curt mentioned possible interest in an electric car for Angie when the time comes, then I saw this today: The Cheapest Electric Cars on the Market - *2018 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive - *$24,650 | U.S. News Overall Score: N/A - *2018 Ford Focus Electric - *$29,120 | U.S. News Overall Score: 8.7/10

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

The newer Pentax DSLRs are really nice, and the capability of the older lenses is not impaired by the newer body, but obviously will not magically achieve the convenience of newer lenses. Exception: I have a Pentax telextender which provides autofocus with manual focus lenses. Any K mount or ne

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

How is that working out for you? I have an old Pentax SLR and some lenses and have thought about buying a digital body to use with them. RB On 10/12/2018 4:38 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: Greg, who has Pentax cameras which can utilize nice vintage lenses from film-era Pentaxes. -

Re: [MBZ] OT: Instant Pot

I got one for the wife a couple of years ago. She seems to love it. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 10, 2018, at 4:42 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes > wrote: > > My daughter recently got me going on Instant Pot. The controls make it dead > simple to do sauteeing, steaming, slow cooking, and pr

Re: [MBZ] Scam? 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK 350 Roadster 2D

That’s got to be a scam. -D > On Dec 10, 2018, at 5:39 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/336726783574066 > > Seller's Description > > NO TITLE NO TITLE NO TITLE NO TITLE This car has been an absolute pleasure to > own, but I’m selling it

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

I tried donating mine to the local photography museum, which has free classes. No takers. They said they would take it but probably give it away to someone else… -D > On Dec 10, 2018, at 5:38 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes > wrote: > > I think some schools have photography classes where

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

This is the printer: https://tinyurl.com/y8mhc9my -D > On Dec 10, 2018, at 5:34 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > There are now cheepchinee 3D printers on banggood and dx, $300 or less for > small ones that maybe have a 6in bed, you can put them right on a desk, I am > almost tem

[MBZ] OT: Instant Pot

My daughter recently got me going on Instant Pot. The controls make it dead simple to do sauteeing, steaming, slow cooking, and pressure cooking or even sous-vide. It works great and can be a big time-saver. Any of you doing this? Greg ___ http://www.okieb

[MBZ] Scam? 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK 350 Roadster 2D

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/336726783574066 Seller's Description NO TITLE NO TITLE NO TITLE NO TITLE This car has been an absolute pleasure to own, but I’m selling it to fund a new recently acquired project. Coming in at 268 HP, the incredibly nimble and lightweight frame of thi

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

I think some schools have photography classes where they do actual film. Those SLRs would be adequate for student use. So, not worth much, but good for a targeted donation? Greg, who has Pentax cameras which can utilize nice vintage lenses from film-era Pentaxes. -Original Message- F

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

Poos now has a bidness oppty!  And gears for the speedos! (I think I ran across some files for these at some point a coupla years ago) -FFT On 12/10/18 5:23 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: From: Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes To: "'Mercedes Discussion List'" Cc: Greg Fiorentino Reply-To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

I traded a Minolta XG and a bunch of lenses and related goodies to the 300D printing press guy in GA who used to be on here (what was his name???) for a burr style electric coffee bean grinder. I looked into values and they really have none. Very few people still shooting with film. For that

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

There are now cheepchinee 3D printers on banggood and dx, $300 or less for small ones that maybe have a 6in bed, you can put them right on a desk, I am almost tempted to get one at some point just to play with it and learn how to do it, then maybe build a good one like I did my CNC router machi

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT speaking of old things

In cleaning out a closet I found 3 really nice "old" 35mm film cameras, I know 2 of them are 36.5yo, Olympus and Minolta SLRs, both with 2 lenses (50mm and zoom telephotos) and flashes, very good condition.  One Canon SLR, also with flash and 2 lenses also VG.  And a couple of small 35mm pocket

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

On Mon, 10 Dec 2018 16:44:34 -0500 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > I now have access to a Creality Ender-3 3D printer. I know nothing > about this thing but plan on learning. Looks like it prints using a > filament. > > There were discussions recently in one of these groups about 3D > printin

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

Thanks, Greg! Especially for the personal insight. I’ve noticed that there are many low cost upgrades on the Island of Large Wimmen that appear to enhance the functionality of these machines, too. I’m going to have to dust off one of my Windows laptops and put it to use as it appears that Mac

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

They've come an awfully long way in a relatively short time. I'm thinking the first I heard of 3d printing as a reasonable home type thing was maybe 10 years ago. Prices are now in the sub $1000 range for a reasonably good one... -Curt On Monday, December 10, 2018, 5:02:36 PM EST, Randy Ben

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

My Wal-Mart plates sit flat, they really do look like Fiestaware from a distance. I've made ever so many loaves of bread in the serving bowls which sit nice and don't skitter around while I'm mixing. Again I don't see any "better" in more expensive dishes. We do have some expensive dishes and r

Re: [MBZ] Under battery rust repair

Those are all clear. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 4:14 PM MG via Mercedes wrote: > Look at the under hood drain holes in the > hood hinge area and the sunroof drain. > > Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > > Driver's side or PS? My driver's side does the same thing but the PS > > remains dry (wh

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

Dan: https://www.thingiverse.com/ Is the place to find ready-to-print files. Autodesk has a free software called 123d design that you can use to design your own items. Most use PLA filament to start with, it prints easily but has a low melting point (not suitable for automotive) and is not ve

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

Good luck! From what I understand it is complicated and there is a real learning curve. I participate in a metal working forum that was initially about lathes and milling machine work etc but seems to have evolved into a forum about these printers. I don't have one and have no intention of acqu

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

On 10/12/2018 3:42 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: - I don't understand why antique dishes are "better" than modern, in fact considering Max's reference to the dishwasher I can see ways they aren't as good. When I first started out we bought some fake fiestaware at Wal-Mart. 19 years later

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Once again, you are not paying attention. Roger is mostly a vendor of antiques. Look at his signature line. RB On 10/12/2018 2:31 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Roger, if you're a collector you should be ECSTATIC if young people with $$s don't value what you want to purchase. You

Re: [MBZ] 3D Printer

Super cool. I've pondered this a few times.Thingverse is where you go for pre-made plans to print stuff. I've been eyeing some miniature Atari stuff, theres a 1050 disk drive that can hold an SD card reader that looks really cool. Theres so much 3d printing stuff out there, I like Bob at I like

[MBZ] 3D Printer

I now have access to a Creality Ender-3 3D printer. I know nothing about this thing but plan on learning. Looks like it prints using a filament. There were discussions recently in one of these groups about 3D printing and an online repository of files for Mercedes parts. Can someone forward t

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Only good until its time to sell. ;) I took the dog for a walk and had a good think on this and had a couple thoughts. - I don't understand why antique dishes are "better" than modern, in fact considering Max's reference to the dishwasher I can see ways they aren't as good. When I first started

Re: [MBZ] Under battery rust repair

Look at the under hood drain holes in the hood hinge area and the sunroof drain. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Driver's side or PS? My driver's side does the same thing but the PS remains dry (where the battery tray is located) on my W123 300TD wagon. The w/s and rubber seal have been

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Roger, if you're a collector you should be ECSTATIC if young people with $$s don't value what you want to purchase. You will get better deals if demand drops. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 3:23 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I had to go back in my messages to see how w

Re: [MBZ] A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

Thanks for the info. Since we have more than one car time would not be an issue so I might just use the 110V setup.. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 3:11 PM Curt Raymond wrote: > I forget the numbers exactly but the 660v "Super charger" charges the > battery in like 1 hour, 220v is like 4-5 hours and 11

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

I had to go back in my messages to see how we got here. I was replying to Clay who was suggesting that young people today can't make anything. I suggested 3 people who actually do make things which apparently wasn't enough for Roger who then seemed to suggest that young people not making things

Re: [MBZ] A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

I forget the numbers exactly but the 660v "Super charger" charges the battery in like 1 hour, 220v is like 4-5 hours and 110v is like 8-10 hours. If I were going electric I'd spring for 220v... -Curt On Monday, December 10, 2018, 3:01:56 PM EST, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: Thanks for th

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Well, I guess we are on different topics/issues/views. I'm talking antiques and appreciation for the "value of old things". I'm not talking about artsy/craftsy things that are new, regardless of the techniques used to create them. I'm glad there is an arts and crafts movement and young people

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Floyd uttered the magic words: *"My daughter is managing a small brewery now."* Very cool. Let me know where so I can collect my diesel/senior/government/Dad's friend discount when ordering a few pints..., On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 2:54 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrot

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Combine that with younger folks often having smaller living spaces.I've got my great grandmother's china closet in a storage shed up north but we have no china nor anywhere to put such a big piece, our house is too small and its too big. Its also too fragile, the glass would get broke, the vene

Re: [MBZ] A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

Thanks for the tip. My RT commute is 13 miles. I assume it's possible to trickle charge in a110 setup?. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 1:32 PM Curt Raymond wrote: > The kid at the dealership was driving one, IIRC the "official" range was > like 120 miles, he said 80 was reasonable with heat and/or AC.

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

I think you two are talking about two different things. Curt is talking about younger folks who make things and Roger is lamenting the fact that the younger folks do not seem to value the things that their parents and grandparents collected. To that extent you are both right. Lots of folks on

Re: [MBZ] OT: Compost from road kill (Mitch Haley)

Wow, that's a blast from the past. At first I thought you meant Reagan. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 1:26 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I thought Regan was the king of "I don't recall." > > -Curt > > On Sunday, December 9, 2018, 11:00:37 PM EST, Curley McLain via

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Silverware / fine china: My rule is that if it can't go in the dishwasher, I have no need for it. Maybe Rodger needs to patent a new dishwasher soap and idiot-proof instructions that are safe for silver / fine china? - Max Charleston SC ___ http://w

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

In that regard, here in Charleston is the American College of the Building Arts that was established ten or so years ago.  They teach old skills -- timber framing, plasterwork, furniture, iron working, and some other stuff.  All the kids (both young men and women) get a job, a buddy of mine hir

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

I point you to a community and you complain because I only listed 3 specific people when you get to make blanket statements? Thats not much of an argument. Its really easy to say "nobody is doing x" when you don't go out looking for people doing it. In the '60s did people's parents complain that

Re: [MBZ] A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

The kid at the dealership was driving one, IIRC the "official" range was like 120 miles, he said 80 was reasonable with heat and/or AC. For most folks thats a reasonable daily round trip, even better if you could charge at work. -Curt On Monday, December 10, 2018, 11:46:20 AM EST, Andrew St

Re: [MBZ] pickup for Dimitri

Really nice, the 304 is a good engine, maybe 10mpg compared to 6 from the 392... -Curt On Sunday, December 9, 2018, 11:20:43 PM EST, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: A bit far away, but it won't depreciate much https://www.ebay.com/itm/1969-INTERNATIONAL-TRUCK-HARVESTER-TRUCK-1200D-

Re: [MBZ] OT: Compost from road kill (Mitch Haley)

I thought Regan was the king of "I don't recall." -Curt On Sunday, December 9, 2018, 11:00:37 PM EST, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: " I do not recall" Right up there with "depends on what yer definition of is is"   They BOTH need Depends!  (for both ends) G Mann via Mercedes wro

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

So Curt, are 3 people all you can find as examples? Yes, there are a few younger folks that still appreciate the "old things", but I see everyday the many, many, many younger folks that do not. If more of them did, my sales would be really good, but they aren't. And prices are down on eBay, a

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

Just go to a craft show. You will be blown away by all the skilled artisans, not to mention those with artistic talent to boot. All age groups are represented. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 11:36 AM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > You're showing your age, I remember just

Re: [MBZ] Craig coupon captures cheepchineechit crowfoots — C^^7

Oh, that reminds me, when we were at deer camp the batteries in the solar system ran low (it was cold and grey, we weren't making much power) so I put the HF battery charger on at the 10a setting. After about 40 minutes I heard the generator bear down and realized something was up 10a on a 3k g

Re: [MBZ] A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

Interesting. I would probably obsess abut the power drain during heating and cooling. How limiting to range is full blown AC usage?. On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 11:43 AM Curt Raymond wrote: > When we were looking at trucks back in '14 we drove a Nissan Leaf. It was > a fun car but not a replacement

Re: [MBZ] A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

When we were looking at trucks back in '14 we drove a Nissan Leaf. It was a fun car but not a replacement for a 4wd truck. When Angie's Golf rusts away I may reconsider the idea. The new Leaf has greater range and isn't anywhere near as ugly as the old one. EVs are fun because of 100% torque at

Re: [MBZ] Value of Old Things

You're showing your age, I remember just 30 years ago being told "Kids today can't do math without a calculator, can't cook, can't make anything." yet the maker movement is in full swing, if you have any doubt look at YouTube. April Wilkerson is a millennial after all and a fine woodworker. Ale

Re: [MBZ] A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

My thought also, one of the absolute worst rental cars I've ever had. That they had the gall to call it an SUV only worsens the insult... -Curt On Saturday, December 8, 2018, 8:48:03 PM EST, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: I rented a PTC once. Once. What an execrable POS --FT S

Re: [MBZ] 1997 Diesel Mercedes Benz E300 - $2750 (Goose Creek)

Way high, that's maybe $1000 car. I'd like to get a wrecked version and strip the muffler system with cat and the head. - Max Charleston SC On Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 10:17 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I think this was previously listed for $3k. Does

Re: [MBZ] A Heartwarming Tale For Dimitri

This has to be Andrew's all-time best post, need to put this up on the quotes page Kaleb. - Max Charleston SC On Sat, Dec 8, 2018 at 1:28 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > When I attend meetings of the socialist communist worker's welfare cheaters >

[MBZ] 14 inch MB w123 wheels

The bundts and tires look pretty good, seems like a decent deal if you need some new tires and wheels‎.  I'd get them for the CD but it is a bit far away Mike Crossen

Re: [MBZ] One FEMALE OWNER for 17 years

For someone looking for an R129, this actually looks pretty nice. I’m not keen on the color scheme, either, but the provenance is good and it’s about as late a model as you can get. -D > On Dec 10, 2018, at 10:22 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Not my cuppa but TEHO > > https:/

[MBZ] One FEMALE OWNER for 17 years

Not my cuppa but TEHO https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/fantastic-older-mercedes/6765157839.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail

[MBZ] 1982 Mercedes 380 sl custom paint - $3000

Hard to tell without putting eyes on it but looks sorta nice, aside from the purple paint job. Could be a decent low-end SL https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1982-mercedes-380-sl/6769111588.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list arch

[MBZ] 1997 Diesel Mercedes Benz E300 - $2750 (Goose Creek)

I think this was previously listed for $3k.  Doesn't look bad but still kinda high https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1997-diesel-mercedes-benz-e300/6769130094.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/ar