Re: [MBZ] Amazon recommends "URO Parts 0004661880 Power..." and more

2022-02-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I seem to recall Jabba telling me that URO motor mounts were OK but most of their other stuff was garbage. On Tue, Feb 15, 2022, at 7:55 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > I guess Amazon is pimping Uro parts now that the bozos bots see I buy Benz > parts > > That part is a power

Re: [MBZ] 1972 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 250 Coupe 2D,$8,000

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Yes and who would trust a car owned by a “pimp”? Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 6:26 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks so much cooler with the original hubcaps. > >> On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 3:32 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] The Jewel

2022-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
True enough, there were 2 blues in the 201 that I know of, I like them both. -Curt On Tuesday, February 15, 2022, 08:54:55 PM EST, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: The value is in the color. If it were boring beige the price would be 50% off. On Tue, Feb 15, 2022, 8:35 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Amazon recommends "URO Parts 0004661880 Power..." and more

2022-02-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Haha yeah I looked to get one a few months back and they were like $2 but shipping was $7 or something ridiculous. I should pop by the stealer and get one I guess. --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 15, 2022, at 8:06 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 2022-02-15 19:55, Buggered Benzmail

Re: [MBZ] The Jewel

2022-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
The value is in the color. If it were boring beige the price would be 50% off. On Tue, Feb 15, 2022, 8:35 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Automatic, meh. > > I got to drive one with a 5spd, felt much more fun than the 2.2l I had > which was more fun than a 240D. >

Re: [MBZ] The Jewel

2022-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Automatic, meh. I got to drive one with a 5spd, felt much more fun than the 2.2l I had which was more fun than a 240D. 201 is a cost reduced car compared to a 123 but that 4 link suspension handles so good... -Curt On Tuesday, February 15, 2022, 07:56:57 PM EST, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] The Jewel

2022-02-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
To answer your question, if mama likes it then it is worth buying at whatever price it’s offered at. It does look quite nice though. That’s a million mile car! 60mpg on free vegetable oil! --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 15, 2022, at 7:56 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > >  >

Re: [MBZ] Amazon recommends "URO Parts 0004661880 Power..." and more

2022-02-15 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
On 2022-02-15 19:55, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: I guess Amazon is pimping Uro parts now that the bozos bots see I buy Benz parts That part is a power steering pump gasket which reminds me I should probably get one that isn’t Uro My dealer will sell me 3 that hopefully aren't

[MBZ] The Jewel

2022-02-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/918660195468841/ Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Amazon recommends "URO Parts 0004661880 Power..." and more

2022-02-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
I guess Amazon is pimping Uro parts now that the bozos bots see I buy Benz parts That part is a power steering pump gasket which reminds me I should probably get one that isn’t Uro --FT Sent from iFōn ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] What’s a Fair Price For This Jewel?

2022-02-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
All right…hang on Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 5:53 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > First I'll have to consult Carnac on the meaning of the word "this"... > > >> On 2022-02-15 19:47, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >> This is “cute” SWMBO said. >

Re: [MBZ] What’s a Fair Price For This Jewel?

2022-02-15 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
First I'll have to consult Carnac on the meaning of the word "this"... On 2022-02-15 19:47, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: This is “cute” SWMBO said. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] What’s a Fair Price For This Jewel?

2022-02-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Link? --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 15, 2022, at 7:48 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > This is “cute” SWMBO said. > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPad > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ > >

[MBZ] What’s a Fair Price For This Jewel?

2022-02-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
This is “cute” SWMBO said. AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ 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] Shop Manual

2022-02-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
I have the manual on CD. Not as good as paper but I can send you a link to a copy for only $100. A bargain at half the price! --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 15, 2022, at 5:32 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > Ideas where I can find a R107 1989 560SL shop manual for my nephew? I found

Re: [MBZ] Off-road adventure 2007 Hummer H3 Sport Utility 4D, $1, 234

2022-02-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Should be easy to get the transmission, IF it is still upside down. On 15/02/2022 5:38 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Has lots of good parts still. On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 3:40 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: oops

Re: [MBZ] Off-road adventure 2007 Hummer H3 Sport Utility 4D, $1, 234

2022-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Has lots of good parts still. On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 3:40 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > oops > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/271852881595864 > > -- > --FT > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list

Re: [MBZ] Code Readers

2022-02-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
For basic check engine light stuff, but that’s it Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 5:09 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Can one use any old code reader on a 2000 ML? > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] 1972 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 250 Coupe 2D,$8,000

2022-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Looks so much cooler with the original hubcaps. On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 3:32 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > Seller's Description > > Facebook won't let me post the correct model type. This is a 1972 > Mercedes 250C W114. It has the 2.5L(M114) with a twin

Re: [MBZ] Needs transmission and battery, everything else is fine 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK 350 Coupe 2D, $2, 500

2022-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
It literally has no transmission. On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 3:28 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > hmmm how about that engine? > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/473627727753129 > > -- > --FT > > > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] Code Readers

2022-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
You can for generic OBDII codes but that'll only give you the most generic information. For real troubleshooting you want at least a high end code reader like Snap on, or the real MB. That said I've got a really cheap OBDII reader that connects to my phone and it's paid for itself many times

[MBZ] Code Readers

2022-02-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Can one use any old code reader on a 2000 ML? AZBob 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:

Re: [MBZ] Shop Manual

2022-02-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
As a matter of fact, if you drill down into the M117 engine link they have it’s really the whole engine and chassis manual: https://www.tonk.ca/Index/117.5index.html -D On Feb 15, 2022, at 5:40 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote: This site

Re: [MBZ] Shop Manual

2022-02-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
This site looks promising: https://www.tonk.ca/Main.html -D On Feb 15, 2022, at 5:38 PM, Dwight Giles mailto:dwight.gi...@gmail.com>> wrote: I will try again. Books4Cars has the 200.00 one Dwight E. Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 5:35 PM dan penoff.com via

Re: [MBZ] Shop Manual

2022-02-15 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
I will try again. Books4Cars has the 200.00 one Dwight E. Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 5:35 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I think they may be online. Have you Googled? > > -D > > > On Feb 15, 2022, at 5:31 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] Shop Manual

2022-02-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I think they may be online. Have you Googled? -D > On Feb 15, 2022, at 5:31 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > Ideas where I can find a R107 1989 560SL shop manual for my nephew? I found > one on flea bay for $200. Is that the going rate? > Put Sept 10 in your calendar. ChowdahQ XV >

[MBZ] Shop Manual

2022-02-15 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
Ideas where I can find a R107 1989 560SL shop manual for my nephew? I found one on flea bay for $200. Is that the going rate? Put Sept 10 in your calendar. ChowdahQ XV Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 2005 E320 4matic Wickford RI ___

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Most 4 post lifts have some sort of additional lifting magic to pick up on the frame to allow other work.I'm a fan of the Wildfire lifts, they have a sliding air jack that can travel the length of the lift and pick stuff up. I really like that the whole lift can be picked up and repositioned

Re: [MBZ] Loads of new and some used parts Mercedes Benz Parts Lot Wholesale, $1, 500

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Yeah that is what I was thinking too.  Other than the air shock it's nothing too exciting.  Maybe there are some ponies in there but it would likely be for some random car. --FT On 2/15/22 4:45 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: I saw that this morning. It’s about 45 minutes away from

Re: [MBZ] Loads of new and some used parts Mercedes Benz Parts Lot Wholesale, $1, 500

2022-02-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I saw that this morning. It’s about 45 minutes away from me, but the pictures suck and don’t really give you any idea of what’s there other than an Arnott air shock and a bunch of filters. I don’t think there’s $1500 worth of stuff there. -D > On Feb 15, 2022, at 4:35 PM, Floyd Thursby via

[MBZ] Loads of new and some used parts Mercedes Benz Parts Lot Wholesale, $1, 500

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
He's got a lot of random stuff Loads of new and some used parts from our recently closed Mercedes Benz repair facility. Unorganized, I don’t have an inventory, don’t ask. If you look at the photos you can see I’m asking for Pennie’s on the dollar. The only catch, I want it gone THIS WEEK. If

Re: [MBZ] Oil Cooler Leak Repair ( 2012 ML350 Bluetec )

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
My $500 99E300 had a completely buggered up intake manifold and jammed EGR, ran like sh*t.  An afternoon of cleaning got it running great.  Was a fairly easy job on that car though. --FT On 2/15/22 2:46 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: More an effect of emissions controls. In particular

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
These 4-posts have an optional tray that sits either end on the ramps and slides along forward and back, you can put a jack on a crossmember or diff then jack up the car and drop it onto jackstands and remove wheels. They have a scissor lift made for it but a bottle jack or smaller floor jack

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Some 4 posts have the option to remove wheel and jack up from the ramp but you still have the ramp in the way. 4 post also takes up more real estate in the garage so it wasn’t an option for me but I can see the appeal. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 3:38 PM, dan penoff.com via

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
I had two former mechanics retire who were donating lifts. Just had to uninstall them and transport and reinstall in my garage. I looked into it and it wasn’t worth it for me mostly because I didn’t have the equipment and knowledge to remove, move and re-install. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb

[MBZ] Off-road adventure 2007 Hummer H3 Sport Utility 4D,$1,234

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
oops https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/271852881595864 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
My brother in law has a neighbor who is a big Ford fanatic. He’s got a couple of Mustangs that he parks on the four post parking lifts in his garage. It’s a pretty nice setup although using one for servicing a vehicle precludes the ability to do anything with the wheels or suspension, since

[MBZ] 1972 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 250 Coupe 2D,$8,000

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Seller's Description Facebook won't let me post the correct model type. This is a 1972 Mercedes 250C W114. It has the 2.5L(M114) with a twin Weber carb. I also have the OEM Zenith carb in the trunk if wanted to make factory spec. This is a rare car. Only 67.048 coupés were made from 1969

[MBZ] Needs transmission and battery, everything else is fine 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK 350 Coupe 2D, $2, 500

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
hmmm how about that engine? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/473627727753129 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Oil Cooler Leak Repair ( 2012 ML350 Bluetec )

2022-02-15 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
Strong work! Rick From: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: February 15, 2022 10:15 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: rmassm...@embarqmail.com Subject: [MBZ] Oil Cooler Leak Repair ( 2012 ML350 Bluetec ) Well all I am in the process of trying to change the seals on my Ml

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
> I guess when I get ready to acquire one I will have to check into that aspect. Perhaps a morbid observation, but with retiring mechanics, and independent auto shops closing, you may want to check estate auctions near you for lifts. I have seen several sold recently, fairly cheap. I currently

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I was looking at those also but couldn’t get one when I wanted, none were available. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 2:04 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yeah I was looking at those AMGO 2-posts and they have 3 different extension > heights for the lift pads that

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Yeah I was looking at those AMGO 2-posts and they have 3 different extension heights for the lift pads that will give up to another 5in.  They have an extension for the bar that connects the top too so you can get a tall vehicle up higher but obviously you would need a higher rafter height

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I’m 6’1 and can easily walk under my lift with plenty of room to spare. My problem is my neck is so stiff I’m having problems looking straight up and whatever I need to see. I may have to lower the car and sit in a chair I can lower back in. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 1:40 PM,

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Bottom of lift arm is 72” from floor. Top of lift pad minimum is 75.5 but could be higher if you use the provided extensions. https://mohawklifts.com/library/spec_docs/System-1A_spec.doc Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 2:40 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Since I am

Re: [MBZ] Oil Cooler Leak Repair ( 2012 ML350 Bluetec )

2022-02-15 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
More an effect of emissions controls. In particular EGR. EGR reduces NOX emissions in diesels, but it makes a mess of the intake manifold. In manifolds with movable flaps, things get "interesting". Rick From: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: February 15, 2022 10:31 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Since I am tall I would like a lift that gets enough room under a car for me to walk without banging my head or stooping over, which means getting it off the ground (the underside anyway) at least 78" (I am 76").  I see the lift heights specs but not sure if that is the bottom of the arms or

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Yeah I’m still pretty nervous using it. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 1:54 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > It’s all about procedures, man. Doing the same thing, over and over and > over, without change. When you’re done with your work, you go through the >

Re: [MBZ] Oil Cooler Leak Repair ( 2012 ML350 Bluetec )

2022-02-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
That’s true Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 12:25 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Why not just let her drive it for a bit? Then it won’t matter when she > wrecks it. > > > > -D > > On Feb 15, 2022, at 12:51 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
It’s all about procedures, man. Doing the same thing, over and over and over, without change. When you’re done with your work, you go through the checklist line by line. Just like flying. No shortcuts or you get hurt or die. -D > On Feb 15, 2022, at 1:26 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I really don’t know how you could forget that but I suppose anything is possible. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 12:18 PM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes > wrote: > > Be careful with the stands. I hear that people have forgotten to remove them > and lowered car with stands in

Re: [MBZ] Oil Cooler Leak Repair ( 2012 ML350 Bluetec )

2022-02-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Why not just let her drive it for a bit? Then it won’t matter when she wrecks it. -D On Feb 15, 2022, at 12:51 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote: The wife’s R320 has been sitting for 2 years waiting on me to work up the nerve to do this job. Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Be careful with the stands. I hear that people have forgotten to remove them and lowered car with stands in place. The results were disastrous to say the least. One guy had one stand in place and didn’t engage locks. He accidentally nudged the release lever and the car fell off lift. Sent from

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Mine will move a little bit but feels solid and not like it’s going to fall off. After I get it in the air I always put a tall safety stand at the front and back just to be sure. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 12:10 PM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes > wrote: > > I don’t know.

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
I don’t know. I have only done this a couple of times. It should feel balanced. Not be more tippy one end vs the other. It’s not an exact science. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 1:04 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > With a car properly center on your lift how much

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
With a car properly center on your lift how much does it move when you push the front or rear up or down? Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 11:45 AM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes > wrote: > > Depending upon whether lift is symmetrical or asymmetrical, you pull car in > more

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I think about everybody around me has Rotary. Seems like for parts and service you'd kind of want what everybody else has. The average home gamer isn't going to ever wear one out I don't think... -Curt On Tuesday, February 15, 2022, 12:26:26 PM EST, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
My Chinese a plus lift works just fine and I see no concerns with quality Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 10:29 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > I think I might be more concerned with the quality of the concrete floor and > the installation of the hoist than I would be

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Depending upon whether lift is symmetrical or asymmetrical, you pull car in more forward or not. Either way, the requirement is that you lift car a short distance and rock both ends to determine if it’s tippy before you continue to raise to full height. Things such as payload in a truck etc can

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Look at Mohawk columns compared to bendpak or rotary. This was during install of my lift. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 12:08 PM, David Bruckmann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Interesting comparison, although not exactly impartial, between Rotary and > BendPak: > >

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Interesting and the bendpak does seem more stout but bendpak perhaps not comparing apples to apples. They are definitely being dishonest with regard to arm extension as rotary also has 3 stage arm option. Dealers in Maine told me that bendpak gets more repair calls than rotary and I don’t

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Heh. I can’t look now, I’ve been spending money there to excess. Gotta throttle back a bit, but in the near future I might consider it. I’ll be out there next week so I’ll check the rafter height. Thanks! -D > On Feb 15, 2022, at 12:12 PM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes > wrote: > > Did

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
It seems to me that with a 2-post lift it is going to be important that the lift arms are placed so that the weight of the car is balanced front to back. The two steel posts can easily support the weight straight down, but if the car isn't balanced there will be a torque on the posts as the car

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Did you see the Mohawk requirements? I think it’s under 10 ft. Others are 12 plus feet. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 12:06 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > I wish the joists/rafters in my Flagstaff garage were a little higher. I > could get a lift in there if they

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread David Bruckmann via Mercedes
Interesting comparison, although not exactly impartial, between Rotary and BendPak: https://www.bendpak.com/a-study-in-lift-design/two-post-lift-comparison/ On Tue, Feb 15, 2022, Dimitri wrote: > > Nussbaum is a German company but their US line is made in NC I believe. > There is a contact,

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I wish the joists/rafters in my Flagstaff garage were a little higher. I could get a lift in there if they were. The day might come when I consider raising the roof, literally. No way I could do it at the Florida house. -D > On Feb 15, 2022, at 11:39 AM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Yes concrete needs to be at least 4 inches thick with no cracks and lift columns must be 4-8 inches away from control joints depending on lift manufacturer specs. Mohawk btw requires lowest ceiling clearance of all the other currently available 2 post lifts. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15,

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Nussbaum is a German company but their US line is made in NC I believe. There is a contact, Peter Engel who is an MB enthusiast who sells them. They have the most flexibility with articulated rear arms as an option in the Otto series. Pierre Hedary bought his Nussbaum from Peter and I almost

Re: [MBZ] What happened to my trailer?

2022-02-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
What does the other side look like? Are there actually rivets or is it just glued on? One would think both sides should be the same. Assuming they are rivets, are they pop rivets? Are they aluminum? Did they corrode underneath? Randy On 14/02/2022 5:35 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Oil Cooler Leak Repair ( 2012 ML350 Bluetec )

2022-02-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Is the soot the result of not driving it hard enough? Short trips, in town etc. Randy On 15/02/2022 10:14 AM, Robert Massmann via Mercedes wrote: Well all I am in the process of trying to change the seals on my Ml 350 BT. I am getting a good feel for why this is such and expensive repair job

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Good point. Weakest link in the chain. On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 11:29 AM Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I think I might be more concerned with the quality of the concrete floor > and the installation of the hoist than I would be with the hoist itself > since you can

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
I think I might be more concerned with the quality of the concrete floor and the installation of the hoist than I would be with the hoist itself since you can at least see it and any issues that might cause concern. Randy On 15/02/2022 10:13 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: I was

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
I’ll check those out too --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 15, 2022, at 11:05 AM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes > wrote: > > The only 3 two post lifts I’d touch are Mohawk, Rotary or Nussbaum. All > three made in USA. Jaime turned me on to Mohawk and Nussbaum. Nussbaum and > Rotary are about

Re: [MBZ] Oil Cooler Leak Repair ( 2012 ML350 Bluetec )

2022-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Robert, is this a German or US made Bluetec SUV? On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 11:15 AM Robert Massmann via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Well all I am in the process of trying to change the seals on my Ml 350 > BT. I am getting a good feel for why this is such and expensive repair job >

Re: [MBZ] What happened to my trailer?

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
I see rivet holes and adhesive. Both were used in my opinion. How it came off is a mystery. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 14, 2022, at 7:50 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Remove the other side and use it as a template. Find a metal supply that > can match whatever it is, have them

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I was thinking the same thing, the forces on a 2 post lift are pretty big. -Curt On Tuesday, February 15, 2022, 11:04:58 AM EST, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes wrote: The only 3 two post lifts I’d touch are Mohawk, Rotary or Nussbaum. All three made in USA. Jaime turned me on to Mohawk and

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
So what do these cost by comparison? On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 11:05 AM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The only 3 two post lifts I’d touch are Mohawk, Rotary or Nussbaum. All > three made in USA. Jaime turned me on to Mohawk and Nussbaum. Nussbaum and > Rotary are

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
The only 3 two post lifts I’d touch are Mohawk, Rotary or Nussbaum. All three made in USA. Jaime turned me on to Mohawk and Nussbaum. Nussbaum and Rotary are about half price of Mohawk. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 10:59 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > I see this

Re: [MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
These cost the same or more 4 years ago. On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 10:59 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I see this company is "local" (local chinee stuff?) and their prices are > pretty good. I wonder if they sell from the factory for cheaper if you > go pick up

[MBZ] Lifts

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I see this company is "local" (local chinee stuff?) and their prices are pretty good.  I wonder if they sell from the factory for cheaper if you go pick up whatever you want.  The vendor link below gives opportunity to pick up at the factory

[MBZ] Over heated send me your offers 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK 230 Roadster 2D, $1, 000

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Seller's Description Over heated send me your offers no water in oil just won’t fire turns over https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2128538243978248 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] If this car could talk... 2009 MERCEDES BENZ E350 NO TITLE - $3, 450 (Jefferson)

2022-02-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Lowish miles, looks fairly decent other than the dent, price not unreasonable.  i wonder what the story is. No title you can get a bonded title runs and drives has a little dent on top door runs and drives perfect only 100k come get it today

[MBZ] Fwd: New e-van to be made in North Charleston tests its cool factor

2022-02-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Sent from my iPad > >  > New e-van to be made in North Charleston tests its cool factor > By John McDermott jmcderm...@postandcourier.com > Published Mon Feb 14, 2022 4:15 PM EST > Mercedes-Benz is going to extremes to test an all-electric automobile it will > make at its North Charleston

Re: [MBZ] Cell phones

2022-02-15 Thread Peter Frederick via Mercedes
There is very little speed advantage except at the very high (and very short range) frequencies, which also do not penetrate glass or wood or brick/concrete. I don’t see any real improvement in service any time soon, especially for rural areas. 1x was great for actual telephone service, as

Re: [MBZ] Cell phones

2022-02-15 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Anybody want to buy an unlocked SE, XR, or 11 for 80% of what I was going to list them for on SWAPPA? On 2022-02-14 12:04, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: Yes, my iPhone 4S was what I was using at the time. The new frequencies require a newer phone, but IIRC there wasn't such a tower on the

Re: [MBZ] Cell phones

2022-02-15 Thread fmiser via Mercedes
> Curt wrote: > T-Mobile also makes a huge thing out of their 5G coverage but is > only good for like 1000-1500 ft compared to 4G's 10 MILES. As I understand, here are (at least) two parts to 5G. The mm wave that is very short range - but also 600 MHz. T-mobile got a big chunk of the formerly