[MBZ] Ot SNAPPER

[RICK HAWKINS via Mercedes]

Folks,

When I was up in McClellanville and cHarleston last week, I picked up a forest 
gump snapper mower for $50 in Goose Creek, SC

It’s probably from the late 80s

All four tires were flat but pumped up … one front has a tube and the other 
doesn’t but it seems to be holding

So far, $17.50 second battery and some terminal repairs, starter gear, prob 
nylon, 2/$5 Amazonian and special tapered bolt pin for the handlebars not cheap 
at $5 on bay of e … And key 2/$5 Amazonia 

It has a solid looking 8 hp B … now it spins on the starter with no spark so 
I ordered an Amazonian coil for $12
 
I think I’m going to like it … I just bought the house next door, here on tybee 
island . It’s an old Florida house, I call it, from late 40s with unfortunately 
flat roof , concrete block on the ground . But it’s cool. If I hadn’t bought it 
someone would have and torn it down and built two monster jacked up houses 

Anyway, with more lawns to maintain, this might make my task easier and I’m 
fascinated with the simplicity of the snapper

Xx rick
I still have some 300d and 300td

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Re: [MBZ] Idiot's guide to idiot lights

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

Oops, appears the post is gone.

-Curt




On Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 11:05:20 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





On Tue, 23 Aug 2022 19:07:10 -0400 mitch--- via Mercedes
 wrote:

> > Where did you find it? It seems to have terms used in Great Britain.
> 
> https://www.ar15.com/forums/general/Every-dashboard-light-in-one-pic/75-2579009/

I clicked on that link and wound up at

https://www.ar15.com/forums/general/?

I could find no search function on the website, so I tried DuckDuckGo
without success.



Craig

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Re: [MBZ] auto-darkening welding helmet

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

That's the idea. I find when I haven't welded for awhile I need more light. 
Eventually if I'm welding a lot with too much light my eyes will get tired so I 
dial it darker.

Earlier this year I cut down the bucket on my garden tractor loader, it was 42" 
wide, I want it 36" so it'll fit in the compost bin. That was a lot of fairly 
mindless welding where I didn't have to see too well. I set the helmet fairly 
dark for that.

Mine has a setting for speed of darkening, I always put that on the fastest 
setting. My older helmet had battery failure, the darkening still worked but it 
was delayed. I got flashed a couple times which is not great but probably not 
permanently damaging. I figured out how to rig it to run on AAA batteries 
instead of button cells and used it another 5 or 6 years. Eventually the 
darkening circuit slowed so badly I just couldn't use it any more and I 
replaced it.

-Curt


On Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 10:46:22 PM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





Yes, it is adjustable.

If I understand correctly, the lens block UV regardless of setting, which is 
the dangerous light. So it's safe to dial the darkness back until you can see 
adequately?

Allan


On Mon, Aug 22, 2022, at 14:51, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:
> Most are somewhat adjustable. Look for a knob or switch that will change 
> the degree of darkness.
>
> Randy
>
>
> On 22/08/2022 2:13 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:
>> I have an inexpensive auto-darkening welding helmet. Pretty sure I got it at 
>> Harbor Freight.
>>
>> It works OK but when it darkens all I can see is the point of light that is 
>> the arc. I can't see a "puddle" or really even what I am welding.
>>
>> Is this normal or would a better helmet not get so dark but still offer 
>> adequate eye protection?
>>
>> Or does welding in the sunlight or bright lighting help? I'm welding in my 
>> garage which is not brightly lit.
>>
>
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Re: [MBZ] Looks better sideways - 2009 E350 - 154k miles - $7,699

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

Realtor upgrading 

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> On Aug 23, 2022, at 10:51 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Dur to sell this car I am buying a new brand of E class in soon.
> 
> https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/nashville-mercedes-benz-350/7525190130.html
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Re: [MBZ] The Silver Bullet - 2007 S550 - 112k miles - $7,500

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

Price is good for the miles. Wonder what’s wrong with it

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> On Aug 23, 2022, at 10:49 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Lowish miles but boring colors
> 
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Re: [MBZ] auto-darkening welding helmet

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Hell, clear polycarbonate safety glasses block 99% of UV light.




Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: August 23, 2022 9:46 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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Cc: astr...@fastmail.fm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] auto-darkening welding helmet

Yes, it is adjustable.

If I understand correctly, the lens block UV regardless of setting, which is 
the dangerous light. So it's safe to dial the darkness back until you can see 
adequately?

Allan


On Mon, Aug 22, 2022, at 14:51, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:
> Most are somewhat adjustable. Look for a knob or switch that will change
> the degree of darkness.
>
> Randy
>
>
> On 22/08/2022 2:13 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:
>> I have an inexpensive auto-darkening welding helmet. Pretty sure I got it at 
>> Harbor Freight.
>>
>> It works OK but when it darkens all I can see is the point of light that is 
>> the arc. I can't see a "puddle" or really even what I am welding.
>>
>> Is this normal or would a better helmet not get so dark but still offer 
>> adequate eye protection?
>>
>> Or does welding in the sunlight or bright lighting help? I'm welding in my 
>> garage which is not brightly lit.
>>
>
>
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Re: [MBZ] Idiot's guide to idiot lights

[Craig via Mercedes]

On Tue, 23 Aug 2022 19:07:10 -0400 mitch--- via Mercedes
 wrote:

> > Where did you find it? It seems to have terms used in Great Britain.
> 
> https://www.ar15.com/forums/general/Every-dashboard-light-in-one-pic/75-2579009/

I clicked on that link and wound up at

https://www.ar15.com/forums/general/?

I could find no search function on the website, so I tried DuckDuckGo
without success.


Craig

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[MBZ] Looks better sideways - 2009 E350 - 154k miles - $7,699

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Dur to sell this car I am buying a new brand of E class in soon.

https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/nashville-mercedes-benz-350/7525190130.html
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[MBZ] The Silver Bullet - 2007 S550 - 112k miles - $7,500

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Lowish miles but boring colors

https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/saint-louis-the-silver-bullet/7524998844.html
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Re: [MBZ] auto-darkening welding helmet

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Yes, it is adjustable.

If I understand correctly, the lens block UV regardless of setting, which is 
the dangerous light. So it's safe to dial the darkness back until you can see 
adequately?

Allan


On Mon, Aug 22, 2022, at 14:51, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:
> Most are somewhat adjustable. Look for a knob or switch that will change 
> the degree of darkness.
>
> Randy
>
>
> On 22/08/2022 2:13 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:
>> I have an inexpensive auto-darkening welding helmet. Pretty sure I got it at 
>> Harbor Freight.
>>
>> It works OK but when it darkens all I can see is the point of light that is 
>> the arc. I can't see a "puddle" or really even what I am welding.
>>
>> Is this normal or would a better helmet not get so dark but still offer 
>> adequate eye protection?
>>
>> Or does welding in the sunlight or bright lighting help? I'm welding in my 
>> garage which is not brightly lit.
>>
>
>
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Re: [MBZ] Car is mostly fixed

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

It just shows an accident, but title is still clean. 

Sent from my iPhone

> On Aug 23, 2022, at 9:31 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Well, I'll give you your original $1,500 investment for it. It doesn't have 
> a clean Carfax anymore.
> 
> 
> Rick
> 
> From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
> Sent: August 23, 2022 5:16 PM
> To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
> Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
> Cc: buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Car is mostly fixed
> 
> DAMN! boy, sell that thing, take all the proceeds and buy a nice newer
> 211.  For $7-8k you could get a really nice low miles car.
> 
> And I bet if you went at the paint and that front fender with a buffer
> and compound etc. it would come out looking pretty close all around.
> 
> --FT
> 
>> On 8/23/22 6:09 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
>> Yes, about $5500. Perhaps I could have milked them for more.
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
 On Aug 23, 2022, at 5:04 PM, Floyd Thursby via 
 Mercedes  wrote:
>>> 
>>> HOORAY for a good easy fix.  You getting the insco to send you some 
>>> dineros?  You'll come out ahead for sure.
>>> 
>>> --FT
>>> 
 On 8/23/22 5:46 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
 Went back to the junk yard and they loaned me the tools to swap the doors 
 on site. I did pull that front fender trim off to swap. I also ended up 
 breaking the damn vacuum like right at the snap connector for the rear 
 door. I will have to just cut off the other connector and connect with 
 rubber connector. Doors line up and seal just fine, so the b pillar is OK
 
 Now the right side has tint and left side does not. I will probably pull 
 that tint off or just take it in and get the whole thing tinted and these 
 re tinted. Doors are a pretty good match but that front fender is still a 
 little off as it was repainted at some point and had not faded.
 
 
 
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Re: [MBZ] Car is mostly fixed

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Well, I'll give you your original $1,500 investment for it. It doesn't have a 
clean Carfax anymore.


Rick

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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Car is mostly fixed

DAMN! boy, sell that thing, take all the proceeds and buy a nice newer
211.  For $7-8k you could get a really nice low miles car.

And I bet if you went at the paint and that front fender with a buffer
and compound etc. it would come out looking pretty close all around.

--FT

On 8/23/22 6:09 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
> Yes, about $5500. Perhaps I could have milked them for more.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Aug 23, 2022, at 5:04 PM, Floyd Thursby via 
>> Mercedes  wrote:
>>
>> HOORAY for a good easy fix.  You getting the insco to send you some 
>> dineros?  You'll come out ahead for sure.
>>
>> --FT
>>
>>> On 8/23/22 5:46 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
>>> Went back to the junk yard and they loaned me the tools to swap the doors 
>>> on site. I did pull that front fender trim off to swap. I also ended up 
>>> breaking the damn vacuum like right at the snap connector for the rear 
>>> door. I will have to just cut off the other connector and connect with 
>>> rubber connector. Doors line up and seal just fine, so the b pillar is OK
>>>
>>> Now the right side has tint and left side does not. I will probably pull 
>>> that tint off or just take it in and get the whole thing tinted and these 
>>> re tinted. Doors are a pretty good match but that front fender is still a 
>>> little off as it was repainted at some point and had not faded.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
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Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 15W50

[Dwight Giles via Mercedes]

my memory is that is what I used in that OM602. RI is warmer than ME so you
might want to use 5w40 if you can find it. I liked the 50 as that 300D did
300+ road miles a week.
On Tue, Aug 23, 2022, 6:58 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes <
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> Is this ok for OM602?
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Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 15W50

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

Certainly. IIRC it doesn't carry a C rating anymore. I asked about it some time 
ago and was told that the spec it had carried (CD?) was obsolete so for some 
reason they stopped labeling for it.


MPG Lubricants up north carries a "Universal" 5w40 diesel rated synthetic for 
$19/gal. I need to get over there the next time I'm up and see what the rating 
really is. Could be a good deal for older diesels. The snowmobile club needs 
almost 20 gallons of oil to change all the machines...

-Curt



On Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 06:58:38 PM EDT, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes 
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Is this ok for OM602?

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Re: [MBZ] Idiot's guide to idiot lights

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On 2022-08-23 19:01, Craig via Mercedes wrote:

On Tue, 23 Aug 2022 13:58:00 -0400 mitch--- via Mercedes
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Where did you find it? It seems to have terms used in Great Britain.


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Re: [MBZ] Idiot's guide to idiot lights

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[MBZ] Mobil 1 15W50

[Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes]

Is this ok for OM602?

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Re: [MBZ] Belgian Army ambulance. 1969 Mercedes Unimog 404, LOW MILES - $12, 500 (Holly Ridge)

[Jim Cathey via Mercedes]

> Does 6 cylinder mean gasoline?

No, but 404 usually does.  The 406 usually has an OM352 6-cyl diesel.

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Re: [MBZ] auto-darkening welding helmet

[Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes]

I have a cheapo horror fright one too and it’s fine for MIG but for TIG you 
really need to see the weld pool and the tungsten electrode distance from the 
puddle. You need a good helmet. Kari got me the optrel panoramaxx (which is the 
Mercedes of welding helmets) last Christmas.

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> On Aug 23, 2022, at 2:50 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> I've had 2 auto darkening helmets, I don't know where the first one came 
> from, it was a gift from my in-laws. The replacement is from HF. Both are 
> pretty good with adjustable darkness levels using a dial on the side. MUCH 
> better than a conventional helmet anyway.
> 
> -Curt
> 
> On Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 12:08:44 PM EDT, G Mann via Mercedes 
>  wrote: 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> The ability to lay down a good weld [insert pretty weld] is a factor of
> coordination of hand/eye control you see the color change of the weld
> puddle and make minute hand movements to control the size and direction of
> the liquid metal, the filler rod material, arc distance [which controls
> heat and penetration].
> The bottom line is, you have to first see what is happening, then "auto
> correct" the weld area as necessary [without having to think about it]
> based on that hand / eye / skill coordination.
> Thus, spend the money to get the best helmet, with the best lense, to get
> the best weld. You will ultimately be glad you spent the money. [The wifes
> reaction may not match your enthusiasm].
> 
>> On Mon, Aug 22, 2022 at 3:45 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes <
>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>> 
>> I use a small bright light to illuminate the work area. If you are TIG
>> welding you really need to see what you’re doing. Either illuminate the
>> area and/ or get a high quality helmet. Optrel is what I use.
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Aug 22, 2022, at 3:14 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <
>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> I have an inexpensive auto-darkening welding helmet. Pretty sure I got
>> it at Harbor Freight.
>>> 
>>> It works OK but when it darkens all I can see is the point of light that
>> is the arc. I can't see a "puddle" or really even what I am welding.
>>> 
>>> Is this normal or would a better helmet not get so dark but still offer
>> adequate eye protection?
>>> 
>>> Or does welding in the sunlight or bright lighting help? I'm welding in
>> my garage which is not brightly lit.
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Re: [MBZ] Car is mostly fixed

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Nice job

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> Went back to the junk yard and they loaned me the tools to swap the doors on 
> site. I did pull that front fender trim off to swap. I also ended up breaking 
> the damn vacuum like right at the snap connector for the rear door. I will 
> have to just cut off the other connector and connect with rubber connector. 
> Doors line up and seal just fine, so the b pillar is OK 
> 
> Now the right side has tint and left side does not. I will probably pull that 
> tint off or just take it in and get the whole thing tinted and these re 
> tinted. Doors are a pretty good match but that front fender is still a little 
> off as it was repainted at some point and had not faded. 
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Re: [MBZ] Hmmmm

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

RUN AWAY (unless you can get it for a few$100 then by all means go 
get it)


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On 8/23/22 6:13 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1306376126523218/


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Re: [MBZ] Car is mostly fixed

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DAMN! boy, sell that thing, take all the proceeds and buy a nice newer 
211.  For $7-8k you could get a really nice low miles car.


And I bet if you went at the paint and that front fender with a buffer 
and compound etc. it would come out looking pretty close all around.


--FT

On 8/23/22 6:09 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

Yes, about $5500. Perhaps I could have milked them for more.

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On Aug 23, 2022, at 5:04 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes  
wrote:

HOORAY for a good easy fix.  You getting the insco to send you some dineros?  
You'll come out ahead for sure.

--FT


On 8/23/22 5:46 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
Went back to the junk yard and they loaned me the tools to swap the doors on 
site. I did pull that front fender trim off to swap. I also ended up breaking 
the damn vacuum like right at the snap connector for the rear door. I will have 
to just cut off the other connector and connect with rubber connector. Doors 
line up and seal just fine, so the b pillar is OK

Now the right side has tint and left side does not. I will probably pull that 
tint off or just take it in and get the whole thing tinted and these re tinted. 
Doors are a pretty good match but that front fender is still a little off as it 
was repainted at some point and had not faded.



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[MBZ] Hmmmm

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Re: [MBZ] Car is mostly fixed

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Yes, about $5500. Perhaps I could have milked them for more. 

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> On Aug 23, 2022, at 5:04 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> HOORAY for a good easy fix.  You getting the insco to send you some dineros? 
>  You'll come out ahead for sure.
> 
> --FT
> 
>> On 8/23/22 5:46 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
>> Went back to the junk yard and they loaned me the tools to swap the doors on 
>> site. I did pull that front fender trim off to swap. I also ended up 
>> breaking the damn vacuum like right at the snap connector for the rear door. 
>> I will have to just cut off the other connector and connect with rubber 
>> connector. Doors line up and seal just fine, so the b pillar is OK
>> 
>> Now the right side has tint and left side does not. I will probably pull 
>> that tint off or just take it in and get the whole thing tinted and these re 
>> tinted. Doors are a pretty good match but that front fender is still a 
>> little off as it was repainted at some point and had not faded.
>> 
>> 
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Re: [MBZ] Car is mostly fixed

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HOORAY for a good easy fix.  You getting the insco to send you some 
dineros?  You'll come out ahead for sure.


--FT

On 8/23/22 5:46 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

Went back to the junk yard and they loaned me the tools to swap the doors on 
site. I did pull that front fender trim off to swap. I also ended up breaking 
the damn vacuum like right at the snap connector for the rear door. I will have 
to just cut off the other connector and connect with rubber connector. Doors 
line up and seal just fine, so the b pillar is OK

Now the right side has tint and left side does not. I will probably pull that 
tint off or just take it in and get the whole thing tinted and these re tinted. 
Doors are a pretty good match but that front fender is still a little off as it 
was repainted at some point and had not faded.



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Re: [MBZ] Belgian Army ambulance. 1969 Mercedes Unimog 404, LOW MILES - $12, 500 (Holly Ridge)

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yeah seems like it might be a decent deal if it all sorts out 
title/registration-wise


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On 8/23/22 4:13 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Was thinking the same thing. Looks like a good deal for a ‘mog with an enclosed 
box.

I like the SMV reference. Not sure why that would be necessary.

-D


On Aug 23, 2022, at 1:03 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes  
wrote:

On 2022-08-23 15:17, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:

You can go into the bambablance bidness or build a camper
https://wilmington.craigslist.org/cto/d/holly-ridge-1969-mercedes-unimog-404low/7524918861.html

Seems like $12k is cheap these days for any Mog in decent condition.
Does 6 cylinder mean gasoline?

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Re: [MBZ] Belgian Army ambulance. 1969 Mercedes Unimog 404, LOW MILES - $12, 500 (Holly Ridge)

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On 2022-08-23 16:13, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Was thinking the same thing. Looks like a good deal for a ‘mog with an
enclosed box.

I like the SMV reference. Not sure why that would be necessary.


Can you drive a 50mph truck on a 60mph limited access freeway with one?

Normally, a SMV is something that can't cruise at 35 or better.

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Re: [MBZ] Belgian Army ambulance. 1969 Mercedes Unimog 404, LOW MILES - $12, 500 (Holly Ridge)

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Was thinking the same thing. Looks like a good deal for a ‘mog with an enclosed 
box.

I like the SMV reference. Not sure why that would be necessary.

-D

> On Aug 23, 2022, at 1:03 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> On 2022-08-23 15:17, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
>> You can go into the bambablance bidness or build a camper
>> https://wilmington.craigslist.org/cto/d/holly-ridge-1969-mercedes-unimog-404low/7524918861.html
> 
> Seems like $12k is cheap these days for any Mog in decent condition.
> Does 6 cylinder mean gasoline?
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Re: [MBZ] Belgian Army ambulance. 1969 Mercedes Unimog 404, LOW MILES - $12, 500 (Holly Ridge)

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On 2022-08-23 15:17, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:

You can go into the bambablance bidness or build a camper

https://wilmington.craigslist.org/cto/d/holly-ridge-1969-mercedes-unimog-404low/7524918861.html


Seems like $12k is cheap these days for any Mog in decent condition.
Does 6 cylinder mean gasoline?

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[MBZ] price is firm no haggling please 2005 Mercedes-Benz e-class 4matic, $4, 300

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

no mechanic issues all new axels and fluids lot room

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/747806489851651

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[MBZ] Belgian Army ambulance. 1969 Mercedes Unimog 404, LOW MILES - $12, 500 (Holly Ridge)

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

You can go into the bambablance bidness or build a camper

https://wilmington.craigslist.org/cto/d/holly-ridge-1969-mercedes-unimog-404low/7524918861.html

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Re: [MBZ] Idiot's guide to idiot lights

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Which reminds me, I need to pull out the manual for the 2015 Jetta TDI. It's 
got a wrench icon that indicates service that came on the other day. There are 
actually 2 similar but different icons, one is the oil change indicator, the 
other is the DEF refill notification. I can't remember which is which, I 
*think* the current one is oil change but I also can't remember the last time I 
put DEF in it...

-Curt




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Re: [MBZ] auto-darkening welding helmet

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I've had 2 auto darkening helmets, I don't know where the first one came from, 
it was a gift from my in-laws. The replacement is from HF. Both are pretty good 
with adjustable darkness levels using a dial on the side. MUCH better than a 
conventional helmet anyway.

-Curt

On Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 12:08:44 PM EDT, G Mann via Mercedes 
 wrote: 





The ability to lay down a good weld [insert pretty weld] is a factor of
coordination of hand/eye control you see the color change of the weld
puddle and make minute hand movements to control the size and direction of
the liquid metal, the filler rod material, arc distance [which controls
heat and penetration].
The bottom line is, you have to first see what is happening, then "auto
correct" the weld area as necessary [without having to think about it]
based on that hand / eye / skill coordination.
Thus, spend the money to get the best helmet, with the best lense, to get
the best weld. You will ultimately be glad you spent the money. [The wifes
reaction may not match your enthusiasm].

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> I use a small bright light to illuminate the work area. If you are TIG
> welding you really need to see what you’re doing. Either illuminate the
> area and/ or get a high quality helmet. Optrel is what I use.
>
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> > I have an inexpensive auto-darkening welding helmet. Pretty sure I got
> it at Harbor Freight.
> >
> > It works OK but when it darkens all I can see is the point of light that
> is the arc. I can't see a "puddle" or really even what I am welding.
> >
> > Is this normal or would a better helmet not get so dark but still offer
> adequate eye protection?
> >
> > Or does welding in the sunlight or bright lighting help? I'm welding in
> my garage which is not brightly lit.
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Re: [MBZ] '80 300D w/OM617 Swap

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Noted: No engine bay pictures.. odd..

On Mon, Aug 22, 2022 at 2:10 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
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> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/768012044437295/
>
>
>
> Wonder if this guys knows what he is talking about or knows just enough
> tricky words and phrases to be dangerous?
>
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Re: [MBZ] Why I Hate Traveling

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It's not racism - it's NEWS.

On Tue, Aug 23, 2022 at 12:43 PM Jim Cathey via Mercedes <
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> > "A crew made up of entirely Black women operated a flight from
> Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport to honor an aviation pioneer.
>
> I'm not a big fan of racism, of any stripe.
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Re: [MBZ] troop carrier. 1964 Mercedes unimog - $24,500

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> Just the thing for taking the soccer team to those away games

... Slowly.

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Re: [MBZ] Why I Hate Traveling

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> "A crew made up of entirely Black women operated a flight from Dallas-Fort 
> Worth International Airport to honor an aviation pioneer.

I'm not a big fan of racism, of any stripe.

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Re: [MBZ] Why I Hate Traveling

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No need.  The photo speaks for itself.

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> On 2022-08-23 12:33, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:
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>
> And bragging that they're all white.
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Re: [MBZ] Why I Hate Traveling

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On 2022-08-23 12:33, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:

It's just as bad as showing a photo of an all-white crew.


And bragging that they're all white.

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Re: [MBZ] Why I Hate Traveling

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It's just as bad as showing a photo of an all-white crew.

On Tue, Aug 23, 2022 at 8:37 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> Yes, exactly. Why is this still even a thing anyway? As long as we keep
> putting on shows like this, racism will never die.
>
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> > On Aug 22, 2022, at 10:46 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
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> >
> > As long as [takeoffs]==[landings] I could not care less who’s making
> them happen
> >
> > --FT
> > Sent from iFōn
> >
> >> On Aug 22, 2022, at 11:04 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> The flight deck was 100% female on the A320 from TPA to DFW today.
> They did a great job, I was very pleased.
> >>
> >> -D
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> >
> > On 2022-08-22 22:26, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> >
> > This is a major league cluster. Larry, Moe and Curley must be
> running the place.
> >>>
> >>> They're just more interested in making social credit points than in
> transporting passengers these days.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> https://www.fox4news.com/news/all-black-female-crew-operates-american-airlines-flight-out-of-dfw
> >>>
> >>> All-Black, female crew operates American Airlines flight out of DFW
> >>>
> >>> "A crew made up of entirely Black women operated a flight from
> Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport to honor an aviation pioneer.
> >>>
> >>> The American Airlines flight was meant to celebrate the 100th
> anniversary of the first Black woman to earn a pilot's license, Bessie
> Coleman.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> Coleman, who grew up in Waxahachie, was the first Black woman to make
> a public flight in the United States."
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Re: [MBZ] OT: kids track down dad's 1965 SS Chevy

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What service did he use to search under the VIN for a fee?

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> The d'awwws have been cranked to eleven...  ;-)
>
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> > They found dad's cherished car that he had to sell in the 1980s, chased
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Re: [MBZ] OT: kids track down dad's 1965 SS Chevy

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The d'awwws have been cranked to eleven...  ;-)

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> They found dad's cherished car that he had to sell in the 1980s, chased
> it to Canada, and bought it back.
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Re: [MBZ] anyone need wheels?

[Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes]

If they are, he's seriously undervaluing his inventory.

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Re: [MBZ] auto-darkening welding helmet

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The ability to lay down a good weld [insert pretty weld] is a factor of
coordination of hand/eye control you see the color change of the weld
puddle and make minute hand movements to control the size and direction of
the liquid metal, the filler rod material, arc distance [which controls
heat and penetration].
The bottom line is, you have to first see what is happening, then "auto
correct" the weld area as necessary [without having to think about it]
based on that hand / eye / skill coordination.
Thus, spend the money to get the best helmet, with the best lense, to get
the best weld. You will ultimately be glad you spent the money. [The wifes
reaction may not match your enthusiasm].

On Mon, Aug 22, 2022 at 3:45 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes <
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> I use a small bright light to illuminate the work area. If you are TIG
> welding you really need to see what you’re doing. Either illuminate the
> area and/ or get a high quality helmet. Optrel is what I use.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > I have an inexpensive auto-darkening welding helmet. Pretty sure I got
> it at Harbor Freight.
> >
> > It works OK but when it darkens all I can see is the point of light that
> is the arc. I can't see a "puddle" or really even what I am welding.
> >
> > Is this normal or would a better helmet not get so dark but still offer
> adequate eye protection?
> >
> > Or does welding in the sunlight or bright lighting help? I'm welding in
> my garage which is not brightly lit.
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Re: [MBZ] anyone need wheels?

[mitch--- via Mercedes]

Are those yours?

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[MBZ] OT: kids track down dad's 1965 SS Chevy

[mitch--- via Mercedes]

They found dad's cherished car that he had to sell in the 1980s, chased 
it to Canada, and bought it back.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l02EGYwp2Go

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[MBZ] This could end up a good deal 2007 Mercedes-Benz S600 Designo Espresso Edition

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

only one bid at $14,275 ends tomorrow.  07 is first year for the W221 
though, so not a later "sorted" model, but it is a very nice looking car


https://thembmarket.com/2007-mercedes-benz-s600-designo-espresso-edition

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[MBZ] anyone need wheels?

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

https://charleston.craigslist.org/pts/d/charleston-mercedes-ml-wheels/7521667457.html

https://charleston.craigslist.org/pts/d/charleston-mercedes-class-wheels/7521670551.html

https://charleston.craigslist.org/pts/d/charleston-classic-mercedes-sl-wheels/7521668591.html

https://charleston.craigslist.org/pts/d/charleston-classic-mercedes-sl-chrome/7521669730.html


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[MBZ] troop carrier. 1964 Mercedes unimog - $24,500

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Just the thing for taking the soccer team to those away games

https://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/d/albemarle-1964-mercedes-unimog/7524485551.html

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Re: [MBZ] Fuel drain - 24mm hex substitute?

[David Bruckmann via Mercedes]

Thanks everyone. Found a 24mm driver for $9, reduced from ~$35. But good to
know about the spark plug socket. I should have thought to try that!


On Tue, 23 Aug 2022, Jaime Kopchinski wrote:

Randy is correct, you can use an upsidedown spark plug socket.

Jaime


On Mon, Aug 22, Randy Bennell wrote:

> If I recall correctly, I used a spark plug socket upside down. Use the
> socket that has the sort of hex nut machined into the top of it and then
> use an extension pushed in from the bottom. Might need to remove the
> rubber tube that is supposed to hold the spark plug so it does not fall
> out.
>
> Randy
>
>
> > On Sun, 21 Aug 2022 13:24:40 -0700 David Bruckmann wrote:
> >
> >> Good afternoon,
> >>
> >> What do people use for r & r of the fuel filter/drain for W108, 115,
116
> >> etc?
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Re: [MBZ] Why I Hate Traveling

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

Yes, exactly. Why is this still even a thing anyway? As long as we keep putting 
on shows like this, racism will never die. 

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> On Aug 22, 2022, at 10:46 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> As long as [takeoffs]==[landings] I could not care less who’s making them 
> happen 
> 
> --FT
> Sent from iFōn
> 
>> On Aug 22, 2022, at 11:04 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> The flight deck was 100% female on the A320 from TPA to DFW today. They did 
>> a great job, I was very pleased.
>> 
>> -D
>> 
> On Aug 22, 2022, at 9:49 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> On 2022-08-22 22:26, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> 
> This is a major league cluster. Larry, Moe and Curley must be running the 
> place.
>>> 
>>> They're just more interested in making social credit points than in 
>>> transporting passengers these days.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> https://www.fox4news.com/news/all-black-female-crew-operates-american-airlines-flight-out-of-dfw
>>> 
>>> All-Black, female crew operates American Airlines flight out of DFW
>>> 
>>> "A crew made up of entirely Black women operated a flight from Dallas-Fort 
>>> Worth International Airport to honor an aviation pioneer.
>>> 
>>> The American Airlines flight was meant to celebrate the 100th anniversary 
>>> of the first Black woman to earn a pilot's license, Bessie Coleman.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Coleman, who grew up in Waxahachie, was the first Black woman to make a 
>>> public flight in the United States."
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Re: [MBZ] Why I Hate Traveling

[mitch--- via Mercedes]

On 2022-08-22 23:46, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:

As long as [takeoffs]==[landings] I could not care less who’s making
them happen



It just bothers me when the airline cares enough to arrange for a 
totally non-diverse flight and cabin crew of the same race/gender.


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Re: [MBZ] 2010 E350 - 100k miles - $10,000

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

Another $1k for paint, he can keep the ugly wheels

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> Too lazy to upload 6 photos but not too lazy to make one montage.
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Re: [MBZ] Fuel drain - 24mm hex substitute?

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

Randy is correct, you can use an upsidedown spark plug socket.

Jaime


On Mon, Aug 22, 2022 at 1:11 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes <
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> If I recall correctly, I used a spark plug socket upside down. Use the
> socket that has the sort of hex nut machined into the top of it and then
> use an extension pushed in from the bottom. Might need to remove the
> rubber tube that is supposed to hold the spark plug so it does not fall
> out.
>
> Randy
>
>
> On 22/08/2022 12:02 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote:
> > On Sun, 21 Aug 2022 13:24:40 -0700 David Bruckmann via Mercedes
> >  wrote:
> >
> >> Good afternoon,
> >>
> >> What do people use for r & r of the fuel filter/drain for W108, 115, 116
> >> etc?
> >>
> >> I measured it as a 24mm, but those seem very scarce on the ground.
> >> Anyone used a 15/16ths hex instead? I'd just grab it with vice grips to
> >> install, but it seems pretty fragile.
> > 24 mm = 0.9449 inch
> >
> > 15/16 = 0.9375 inch, 0.0074 inch smaller
> >
> > If you can get the 15/16 on the part, it should work just fine. Make
> > sure, however, you get it all the way on -- it may not fit.
> >
> >
> > Craig
> >
> >
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Re: [MBZ] Why I Hate Traveling

[dan penoff.com via Mercedes]

Exactly.

-D

> On Aug 22, 2022, at 8:47 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
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> As long as [takeoffs]==[landings] I could not care less who’s making them 
> happen 
> 
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> Sent from iFōn
> 
>> On Aug 22, 2022, at 11:04 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> The flight deck was 100% female on the A320 from TPA to DFW today. They did 
>> a great job, I was very pleased.
>> 
>> -D
>> 
> On Aug 22, 2022, at 9:49 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> On 2022-08-22 22:26, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> 
> This is a major league cluster. Larry, Moe and Curley must be running the 
> place.
>>> 
>>> They're just more interested in making social credit points than in 
>>> transporting passengers these days.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> https://www.fox4news.com/news/all-black-female-crew-operates-american-airlines-flight-out-of-dfw
>>> 
>>> All-Black, female crew operates American Airlines flight out of DFW
>>> 
>>> "A crew made up of entirely Black women operated a flight from Dallas-Fort 
>>> Worth International Airport to honor an aviation pioneer.
>>> 
>>> The American Airlines flight was meant to celebrate the 100th anniversary 
>>> of the first Black woman to earn a pilot's license, Bessie Coleman.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Coleman, who grew up in Waxahachie, was the first Black woman to make a 
>>> public flight in the United States."
>>> 
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