Re: [MBZ] Valve adjustment

2008-02-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
under your fingernails that, like Kevin said, you're still digging it out two years later. I wear them until they tear, and then save them to wear on one hand when using rattle cans of spray paint, to avoid the telltale backsplash onto the tips of the fingers. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et

Re: [MBZ] Who wanted a 600?

2008-02-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
750iLs I occasionally see. There was one advertised on Craigslist here for months with the price steadily decreasing. Guy had a list a mile long of recent work done to the car, said it looked and ran like new. Last time he posted his ad he was down to $1,200 OBO, IIRC. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D

Re: [MBZ] Who wanted a 600?

2008-02-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
a man with nothing to lose, I thought. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] Who wanted a 600?

2008-02-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Feb 6, 2008 11:14 AM, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: notorious early BMW V12s, Here's what I'm talking about: http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/563837089.html It is a V12 which is nearly impossible these days. Yeah, I bet! Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] Michigan used cars

2008-02-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Drop the V-12 from Tina Turner's Lamborghini LM002 in there. On Feb 6, 2008 12:02 PM, Gary Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm all over that Chevette. You other bloodsuckers, stay back! Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 2/6/08, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 1986 Chevette gasser $1250

Re: [MBZ] OT old Chevettes

2008-02-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
it drifting. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] OT old Chevettes

2008-02-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
of the A/C compressor... including my W124, IIRC. It's been a while since I had to go through the test procedure for the KLIMA relay (knock on wood), but I think that was one of the things to test. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] OT: Computers

2008-02-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo

Re: [MBZ] 190D 2.5 turbo

2008-02-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
of my W124 no matter how hard I try. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] A few car pix

2008-02-08 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Feb 7, 2008 11:18 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm trying SmugMug for posting a few car photos and I'm not sure I like it. http://RLE.smugmug.com/gallery/4300952/1/252095422 I've been happy with Picasa so far. Alex Chamberlain ___ http

[MBZ] OM603--minor IP attachment oil leaks

2005-06-20 Thread Alex Chamberlain
and need replacement where either assembly attaches to the IP. Or do I just live with them and count myself lucky that the engine doesn't leak anywhere else? ;) Thanks, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300D Turbo '01 VW Beetle TDI

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Conversion into my 250C

2005-06-24 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Thursday, June 23, 2005, at 04:40 PM, Ed Booher wrote: I've seen a De Lorean DMC-12 with a Mazda Wankel Rotary Anything to get rid of the garbage PRV V-6 they came with... the main flaw in an otherwise terrific car, several owners have told me. Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87

Re: [MBZ] Kids just don't have it as rough as we did...

2005-06-28 Thread Alex Chamberlain
it was a BIG promotion! ;) Or does the company pay fuel costs too? Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300D Turbo '01 VW Beetle TDI (wife's)

Re: [MBZ] Diesel does it for Jaguar (OT)

2005-06-28 Thread Alex Chamberlain
PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300D Turbo '01 VW Beetle TDI (wife's)

[MBZ] 124 windshield replacement advice

2005-07-11 Thread Alex Chamberlain
replaced the right way (to preserve the seal, structural integrity of the unitbody, etc.)? Should my indy do it, or can any old McMobileGlass business do it right and cheaper? Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300D Turbo '01 VW Beetle TDI (wife's)

Re: [MBZ] For W116 Lovers......

2005-07-11 Thread Alex Chamberlain
eyes away from them... especially the two-tone red/yellow one. It reminds me of a giant chop-top banana slug. Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300D Turbo '01 VW Beetle TDI (wife's)

Re: [MBZ] 124 window switches

2005-07-12 Thread Alex Chamberlain
the passenger front switch controls the passenger rear switch just fine, so it appears as if the switch isn't the problem with that door. I'll dig up the CD and have a lookie tomorrow to see where the wiring goes. Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300D Turbo '01 VW Beetle TDI (wife's)

Re: [MBZ] OT: Another Bimmer diesel

2005-07-15 Thread Alex Chamberlain
with diesels in them. IIRC, 1984 was the only year for the Lincoln with the BMW diesel. Very hard to find now. I've seen them in Hemmings occasionally. Has a self-leveling suspension system of some kind, supposed to be a very nice ride and plenty powerful. Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87

Re: [MBZ] OT: Another Bimmer diesel

2005-07-15 Thread Alex Chamberlain
conversions became much more expensive. IMHO, anyone buying one of those should make darn sure not just that the car has a valid state title but also that it came here by above-board means, lest it be confiscated and crushed by the Feds. Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300D Turbo '01 VW

[MBZ] URGENT: Need mechanic recommendations in Santa Rosa, CA area

2005-07-29 Thread Alex Chamberlain
, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300D Turbo '01 VW New Beetle TDI

Re: [MBZ] Outlook Express - Was: Re: 108 pictures, burn in Hades, ye who netzero!

2005-08-04 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Bottoms up! ;) On 8/2/05, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Next thing to do is take a ride on the Night Train. --R Rob S. wrote: i ewnt oudf an got a botle of ths thunderrefvbird you spek of. picturs stil l take forevvcer to downllado. but i donr give a fu On

Re: [MBZ] Injection line clips for OM60x

2005-08-05 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Awesome, Dave! Thank you! On 8/4/05, Dave M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all, I finally uploaded the photo of the OM60x clips with part numbers, for easy future reference. Here's the link: http://www.w124performance.com/images/OM603_injection/inj_line_clips.jpg Note to anyone with an

Re: [MBZ] Wiper arm won't go back down 190D

2007-09-04 Thread Alex Chamberlain
. If the monowiper doesn't snap, crackle, and pop as you push it down, then it has lost tension and will skip and chatter as it wipes. Then it works badly (well, even worse than usual). Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] ColoradoQ

2007-09-05 Thread Alex Chamberlain
? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo

Re: [MBZ] was Re: Don Wills spam -now Immigration

2007-09-05 Thread Alex Chamberlain
on the wrong side since day 1. Alex Chamberlain ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo

Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL??

2007-09-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
at ridiculous prices---more than 500Es!) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] Fix or Sell?

2007-09-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/6/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I really feel that any clean drivable Mercedes deserves to be fixed forever! Amen to that! Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] Manuals for 1990 300 SL??

2007-09-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
for the older chassis, or something else? What kind of code scanner do you have? Everything I've seen that works with pre-OBDII Mercedes seems to be aimed at professionals and priced accordingly. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] W140 V12 computers (was Manuals for 1990 300 SL??)

2007-09-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/6/07, James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are two ECU's one for each ETA. Everything else there are one of - ASR, ASD, Transmission, etc Jim ECU = Electronic Control Unit ETA = ??? Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official

Re: [MBZ] Spend money? ME?

2007-09-06 Thread Alex Chamberlain
outcome. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman

Re: [MBZ] Spend money?

2007-09-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
looking for the perfect 8-valve Saab 900 Turbo for under a grand, but I know it's out there. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] populations discussion now killer Farmers

2007-09-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
of livestock, but he's downwind most of the time. I kind of like the smell of cow patties drying in the sun, anyway.) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] Spend money?

2007-09-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/7/07, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Alex Chamberlain wrote: looking for the perfect 8-valve Saab 900 Turbo for under a grand, but I know it's out there. Except for the rearangement of the B engine into the H engine (belt drive water pump, cam driven distributor, etc

Re: [MBZ] Coil packs

2007-09-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
. dubious made-in-China fitment individually depending on the part type. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] Looking for audio guy

2007-09-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
been updated in years. (Still good reading, though, especially his story of going to fetch the brakeless Saab 96). Alex Chamberlain ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Must be new car season...

2007-09-10 Thread Alex Chamberlain
the 190-hp V6 from the 300ZX, limited slip, sport suspension, leather, and 5-speed all standard. Nice car. One of the few Japanese V-layout engines with timing chains instead of belts, too. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Mystery Noise Time - Embarrasingly Loud

2007-09-10 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/10/07, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I had a different noise from the rear before replacing the old axle, which had a torn boot and was dry. What else could be whining back there? Little kids who want ice cream? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] Green Power Steering Fluid??

2007-09-11 Thread Alex Chamberlain
(because it's basic---like an egg white) while P/S fluid (even the weird Audi stuff) is oily. The difference is obvious to touch. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] OT the travails of a 2 ford family

2007-09-12 Thread Alex Chamberlain
hole wheels) from my 126. He was going to take off the newer wheels I bought from him and put them on a 94 320 Wagon and put my old wheels back on my car. He's not much of a Mercedes mechanic if he doesn't know that 124 and 126 wheels are not interchangeable (the offsets are very different). Alex

Re: [MBZ] OT the travails of a 2 ford family

2007-09-13 Thread Alex Chamberlain
possible (as we all know from seeing how many parts ordered for a 124, for example, have 201 part numbers). If there are different versions for different cars of something superficially identical (like the 15-hole flatface rims) it's probably for a good reason. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5600 Watt Diesel Generator in Northern Catalog

2007-09-13 Thread Alex Chamberlain
). Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5600 Watt Diesel Generator in Northern Catalog

2007-09-13 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/13/07, Robert Tara Ludwick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Those things appear to be well built, but they are seriously heavy. I'm trying to find an affordable quiet diesel generator for dual purpose , hauling around with the 5th wheel for camping, and around the house, but I have to find one

Re: [MBZ] Gas W140? Was - rod bender

2007-09-13 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Not having an ignition system to worry about is a big plus to me. On 9/13/07, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: t's a religious thing - not a rational thing. Some of us are just addicted to the clatta clatta and the smell. A Diesel engine feels more 'mechanical' and a gas engine --- maybe that's

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5600 Watt Diesel Generator in Northern Catalog

2007-09-14 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/13/07, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's the lowest price by far I've seen on a Chinese diesel generator package of that wattage. The local liquidator has a 6kW unit for $380. The wheels are off and the battery is out, obviously it's not in perfect condition. I'm still

Re: [MBZ] Gas W140? Was - rod bender

2007-09-14 Thread Alex Chamberlain
, and another car ends up run into the ground and ready for the junkyard after 10 years. It's wasteful. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5600 Watt Diesel Generator in Northern Catalog

2007-09-14 Thread Alex Chamberlain
heater and maybe the washer, too. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5kW Chinese Genset

2007-09-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
The description says it's super quite with the enclosure on---so how quite is it really, compared to an idling 603 with the hood down, say? This is pretty much the kind I was looking at for a whole-house emergency backup system. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] OT: Chopped van TRY AGAIN

2007-09-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
the Second? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et ay yi yi! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman

Re: [MBZ] Failed Emissions Inspection

2007-09-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
. (Low vacuum makes the injection computer think you're stomping on the accelerator all the time, so it dumps more gas in than necessary.) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5kW Chinese Genset

2007-09-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
would be worth bothering with, and I am too cheap to pay for new replacements, although I have been curious for a while whether the panels from the 300D 2.5 could be made to fit since they're much cheaper. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Tools for adjusting front wheel bearings

2007-09-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
-indicator_W0QQitemZ200146195835QQihZ010QQcategoryZ25272QQcmdZViewItem I've never done wheel bearings. Don't you need a hook or at least some way to attach a wire to test the preload? I can't tell from the picture whether this item has a suitable fixture. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] Tools for adjusting front wheel bearings

2007-09-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/17/07, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Mon, 17 Sep 2007 20:46:34 -0700 Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 9/14/07, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Found a dial indicator on eBay which has 0.0001 resolution (quite adequate for adjusting front wheel

Re: [MBZ] 4MATIC trans fluid?

2007-09-18 Thread Alex Chamberlain
, though, I'd pick any late 5-cylinder Audi Quattro. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] presale: 300TE IowaQ

2007-09-19 Thread Alex Chamberlain
? Would you take a VW Quantum in on trade? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] 220D, syncro van, fox ads

2007-09-22 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/22/07, Robert Tara Ludwick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Too bad the syncro isn't a diesel. Why, so it could be even slower? The good Lord intended Vanagons to have Subaru engines in them. http://www.vanaru.com/ Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] Early Fall CL cars

2007-09-25 Thread Alex Chamberlain
diesel weirdos. What I really need is a white-on-gray '87 300D (or 300E if it's cheap enough) parts car, though. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP

2007-09-26 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP what kind of benz cost $120,000 in 1989? What was the exchange rate between Aussie dollars and USD in 1993? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor

Re: [MBZ] Warning on Autocraft Titanium A battery from Advance Auto

2007-09-26 Thread Alex Chamberlain
winters. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman

Re: [MBZ] Getting taken by mechanic currently

2007-09-26 Thread Alex Chamberlain
. A moment or a minute? Big difference! The latter is an eternity when you're talking about overheated aluminum! BTDT with my car. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

2007-09-27 Thread Alex Chamberlain
the 140 chassis) gives short shrift to diesels, and especially warns against the trap-oxidizer-equipped '86s and '87s. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] carfax request

2007-09-28 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/27/07, Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: WVWFH0321DE089232 Thanks. You collecting Quanta now? If you really want a fun ride (even though it's a gasser), find a Syncro wagon. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] big thank you to list and Rusty's assistant; engine overheating etc

2007-09-28 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/28/07, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: nah, it's just that i'm not allowed to talk to the normal customers I'm pretty sure I've placed orders with Jabba before, but I am definitely not normal. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D et al. ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Aluminum Head Diesels

2007-09-28 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/28/07, Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm personally surprised the 603 heads were so much of a problem though -- Benz has been using aluminum heads on gassers since the 50's. Surely the much higher compression ratio was a factor? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] 300D did its job

2007-09-28 Thread Alex Chamberlain
should be made to conserve them. Alex Chamberlain ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman

Re: [MBZ] Aluminum Head Diesels

2007-09-28 Thread Alex Chamberlain
with the 3-liter and 4-liter V-8s in '94 and '95 5-series and 7-series cars. Never heard of any head problems with those, but many people got a free short block under an extended warranty (with redesigned cylinder liners made of a new, improved alloy). Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum Pump replacement - M602-962 91 300D 2.5T

2007-09-28 Thread Alex Chamberlain
with the radiator in the way. :( Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] does it make me really shallow they i want this?

2007-10-01 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 9/30/07, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: if chrysler is actually going to warrant the powertrain forever, i'd get this and just drive it forever http://www.drivesrt.com/en/dodge_magnum/index.html I'd rather have it with the CDI V6 from the E-class. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et

Re: [MBZ] Considering 87 190D 5 sp

2007-10-01 Thread Alex Chamberlain
in heavy summer traffic. Seems to be running just fine. Of course that's assuming the gauge is accurate. I bet the senders creep one way or the other with age. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] Chrysler diesels

2007-10-02 Thread Alex Chamberlain
horsepower (within reason), and neither do 99% of American drivers (though they don't know it). 400 lb-ft of torque is enough for any vehicle short of the Titanic. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Jargon: Request for clarification/translation

2007-10-02 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 10/2/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Oh okay. I thought Van Halen made that up. They didn't, but somebody else did. It's no more the correct etymology of the word than is Fix It Again, Tony for FIAT. Alex Chamberlain ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Heater valve W124

2007-10-03 Thread Alex Chamberlain
! Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo

Re: [MBZ] '79 G wagen euro

2007-10-03 Thread Alex Chamberlain
! The last time I went to Harbor Freight there was an old Dodge Raider or Mitsubishi Montero in the parking lot with the badges removed and a big Benz star on the grill. Fooled me for a second. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] tips on replacing starter (needed)

2007-10-05 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 10/5/07, Gary Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Finally after messing with it for a few hours, I got a piece of pipe to push up on the end of the ratchet. A great way to break tools, as I have learned the hard way. But sometimes a man's gotta do, etc. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

[MBZ] Cummins 4BT bread van on Portland Craigslist

2007-10-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Wasn't somebody looking for one of these? http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/car/440536236.html Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] '87 300d

2007-10-07 Thread Alex Chamberlain
on the used market. Did anybody ever do a successful install of 90-93 panels on a 1987? Kaleb thinks it'll work. If I knew for sure it would, I'd shell out for a new set. I'm not going to be the list guinea pig on this one, though. ;) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] outside temp gauge on W124

2007-10-08 Thread Alex Chamberlain
the speedometer cable (stops it jittering at low speeds), change all the bulbs and the Red Fuse, and repaint the sun-faded needles if you're really anal. It's also easier to get the left and center dash vents out at that time to clean them and change the bulbs, too. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] outside temp gauge on W124

2007-10-08 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 10/8/07, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Mon, 8 Oct 2007 17:30:32 -0700 Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: While you have the panel out you can lubricate the speedometer cable (stops it jittering at low speeds), What kind of lubricant should one use on a speedometer

Re: [MBZ] outside temp gauge on W124

2007-10-09 Thread Alex Chamberlain
the bulbs, and looks totally unlike any fuse I've ever seen---it's a small red plastic rectangle, about a centimeter long, with a copper trace on it. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

[MBZ] Stick 190D on Portland CL

2007-10-09 Thread Alex Chamberlain
http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/443771874.html '85, so it must be a 2.2. How hard a job is a new clutch? I see Rusty has the disc for $165. Too bad it has new tires---I have a set of 16 CLK wheels that would look great on a 201. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

Re: [MBZ] Lusting

2007-10-09 Thread Alex Chamberlain
was a Sherpa eating lentil soup. Too much cold medicine today, Brian? ;) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Stick 190D on Portland CL

2007-10-09 Thread Alex Chamberlain
-class with a black leather interior for sale the other day. (A gasser, sadly, and pretty tired.) That's my kind of color combo. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Carfax Subscription Questions

2007-10-11 Thread Alex Chamberlain
. Or you can get one car for $4.99 or $9.99 or something, which is silly since if you are seriously car-shopping you're undoubtedly going to need more than one. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor

Re: [MBZ] I love these 115's

2007-10-12 Thread Alex Chamberlain
. That would have made the two tanks 'one'. More efficient but less cool-looking than the old Jag sedans with the two fillers, one on each rear fender, and an ornate switch on the dash to switch between tanks. http://coventrywest.com/Jaguar/tech_tips_archive/tipofmonth3.htm Alex Chamberlain '87 300D

Re: [MBZ] OT, generator

2007-10-16 Thread Alex Chamberlain
on the list before, in fact?) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo with only one engine ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] 1974 240D manny (Kevin Kraly)

2007-10-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/444268712.html Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

[MBZ] 124 squirrely rear, yet again

2007-10-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
couldn't still be broken if I hit a bump or curb hard enough. I did get new tires a couple of months ago, too, and I suppose one could be defective (or out of balance, though I don't feel the typical vibration). Any guesses or input? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo Twitchy

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 23, Issue 60

2007-10-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
wagon which had the same safe, comfortable, tanklike feeling as a 126, but idled like the love child of a Harley and a cement mixer. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Peugeot 505 (was Re: 1974 240D manny)

2007-10-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
, inside and out are in great condition for it's age, very comfortable, needs new starter. http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/car/451307769.html Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] 1974 240D manny

2007-10-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
and 201, and 107 and 115. Not sure about the 116 and 210. (Long lost cousins maybe? I have in fact heard both chassis described by different people as driving like a sofa.) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] was 1974 240D manny now MB family history

2007-10-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 10/17/07, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Not many stinkers in that family treewith the exception of the first year (or so) ML and C class... I know about the ML, but what's wrong with the C class? I thought the 202 and 203 chassis both had a good rep. Alex Chamberlain '87

[MBZ] Oh, perverse humanity

2007-10-18 Thread Alex Chamberlain
Spotted a somewhat unusual beast at my indy's yesterday: a diesel W140 (S350 TURBODIESEL badges on the back) looking very well-kept and elegant except for the crudely-welded, obviously homebrew WVO tank and coolant-driven heater setup taking up the front third of the trunk. Alex Chamberlain '87

Re: [MBZ] 124 squirrely rear, yet again

2007-10-18 Thread Alex Chamberlain
the customary 500-mile retorque. I don't know about the subframe mounts, will check that. Thanks for the heads up about the axle, Aaron. I will check that too. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] 94 E420

2007-10-18 Thread Alex Chamberlain
models... am I missing anything? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] OT: non US license plate

2007-10-18 Thread Alex Chamberlain
* Stupid bloody wankers with too much bloody money. For some reason this reminds me of the Subaru (necessarily gas-powered, of course) I saw the other day with a Powered by Biodiesel sticker. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Heater question

2007-10-18 Thread Alex Chamberlain
evaporator drains), which is usually compared to an old gym locker. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] 94 E420

2007-10-19 Thread Alex Chamberlain
are cheapened interior materials, vague steering, and a general lack of the bank-vault feeling (clank instead of THUNK when slamming doors). Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

[MBZ] Is PNW bio mania waning?

2007-10-22 Thread Alex Chamberlain
price $995, A/C probably just needs a charge.) Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] Plastic Key Tops...Rusty

2007-10-22 Thread Alex Chamberlain
back? That would be a lot more classy. Especially if you did it in Zebrano or whatever to match the car's interior. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] Plastic Key Tops...Rusty

2007-10-22 Thread Alex Chamberlain
supply of cheap G-wagens. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] OM603 prechamber cross-threaded: Tool image. Free rambling advice.

2007-10-22 Thread Alex Chamberlain
a while back for $60 or so. I haven't had the pleasure (?) of using it for anything Mercedes-related yet, but so far it has had everything I've needed to clean up old threads in half a dozen different sizes on my other furrin cars. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al

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