[MBZ] 2003 S430 - $3,800

2024-06-03 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Someone better jump on this, it has the very rare Chevrolet interior option. https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/louisville-2003-mercedes-s430/7753554771.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscri

Re: [MBZ] E 320 Cabriolet - 87k miles - $19,800

2024-06-02 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Forgot the link https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/fishers-mercedes-benz-class-320/7753129810.html On Sun, Jun 2, 2024, at 23:44, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > I wouldn't pay that price but looks nice, pretty color. Maybe driver's > side head

[MBZ] E 320 Cabriolet - 87k miles - $19,800

2024-06-02 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I wouldn't pay that price but looks nice, pretty color. Maybe driver's side headlight is cracked? ___ 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/ma

[MBZ] clean title in hand absolutely probably - 1985 300D - $13, 700

2024-06-02 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Lots o' fresh Armor-All in those photos. https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/lincolnshire-1985-mercedes-benz-300d/7753142052.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery option

[MBZ] 2006 C55 AMG - $4,900

2024-06-02 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Price seems ambitious given the miles and stated issues. Might be fair for a rust-free southern car with lower miles. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/schaumburg-2006-mercedes-benz-c55-amg/7752981942.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list arch

Re: [MBZ] Interesting 220Sb on BAT

2024-06-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I have a leather wrap on my W211 steering wheel. The original varnish/plastic finish on the wood sections was cracked and chipping off. I bought a lace-on leather wrap that is thin (it's just leather, no padding), it fits really tightly, feels nice in the hands, and IMO looks good. I appreciate

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Small Air Compressors

2024-06-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I think it's all the same Chinese/Taiwanese ODMs for the HF and cheap home-improvement center houes brands. The "Atlas" lawn mower I bought at HF looks exactly the same as the "Kobalt" mower sold at Lowes other than some differences in the plastic color and logos. Buy the cheapest one, maybe ge

Re: [MBZ] Interesting 220Sb on BAT

2024-06-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
> Or put a leather wrap on it. That's what I've done. Get a nice lace-on leather wrap, looks good and feels good on the hands. You'd still need to fill in any gaps but would not have to worry so much about getting a perfect finish. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

[MBZ] It ran great until it didn't - 1999 ML320 - $975

2024-06-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Stuck in LIMP MODE. A rare local ad. Tempted to take my scanner and go look at it but the last thing I need is another car. https://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/d/clear-creek-1999-mercedes-benz-ml320-awd/7752496708.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] Interesting 220Sb on BAT

2024-06-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
What prevents the same expansion/contraction from re-cracking the repairs? On Sat, Jun 1, 2024, at 11:37, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > No. The pieces of remaining steering wheel material are firmly anchored > in place to a steel ring which is the foundation for the steering > wheel. It’s

Re: [MBZ] OT health insurance for kids

2024-06-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I was pretty sure that coverage for pre-existing conditions was mandatory on any health insurance since the ACA was passed, but can't say I've ever looked into it deeply. On Sat, Jun 1, 2024, at 11:50, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > Unlikely, at least one with decent coverage. The other th

Re: [MBZ] OT. Kids! Think of the fun you could have with your friends!

2024-05-31 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Who would want it? For use on humans I presume it needs some sort of periodic inspection/certification? Maybe a veterinary clinic? Sort of weird that this sort of thing can just be given away. I'm reminded of stories of entire scrapyards being contaminiated and people sickened/killed by Cobalt-

[MBZ] 1995 E320 Wagon - $1

2024-05-31 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Sounds like a parts car unless the rear subframe issue isn't a big deal. Is that likely rust or is this a weak point? https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/franklin-1995-mercedes-e320-wagon/7752290120.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives h

[MBZ] 2001 E320 4matic, deer damage - $1,000

2024-05-31 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Junkyard hood and grille would make it mostly presentable, though it has some rust spots here and there. Interior looks OK. Or just drive it as-is as a beater. https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/cable-2001-mercedes-e320-matic/7752305657.html ___ http://www.

[MBZ] Price is FIRM. NOT negotiable. Take it or leave it - 1991 300SD - $2, 600

2024-05-31 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
My vote: leave it. https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/louisville-1991-mercedes-benz-350sd/7752315378.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.oki

Re: [MBZ] I believe the engine needs rebuilt or replaced. 2009 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 350 4MATIC Wagon 4D, $600

2024-05-31 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I thought 2009 was beyond the bad engine years, but I guess at 312k miles it could just be worn out. On Fri, May 31, 2024, at 12:46, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7583360618452013/ > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Kleb car

2024-05-30 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I guess I meant "intelligently answer" unless the car is actually the very rare 1997 4-cylinder diesel C300. On Thu, May 30, 2024, at 12:46, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > Au contraire. There are several answers posted already. Fire away! > > On Thu, May 30, 2024 at 12:40 

[MBZ] Kleb car

2024-05-30 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I would suspect the seller is unable to answer any questions. https://mansfield.craigslist.org/cto/d/mansfield-1997-mercedes/7751866857.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] Its straight from a mafia movie - 1994 S320 - $4,500

2024-05-29 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Oops wrong link... https://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/cto/d/evanston-1994-mercedes-class/7751913193.html On Wed, May 29, 2024, at 22:18, Allan Streib wrote: > I thought mobsters usually drove Lincolns or Cadillacs. > > https://www.nationalcrimesyndicate.com/iconic-mafia-cars-a-glimpse

[MBZ] Its straight from a mafia movie - 1994 S320 - $4,500

2024-05-29 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I thought mobsters usually drove Lincolns or Cadillacs. https://www.nationalcrimesyndicate.com/iconic-mafia-cars-a-glimpse-into-the-underworlds-automotive-classics/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubsc

Re: [MBZ] O.T. An Oddity for This Neck of the Woods

2024-05-29 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
The design of Citroens always looks to me like what a person in the 1950s imagined cars of the future would look like. On Wed, May 29, 2024, at 12:51, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/866381728663820/ > > > AZBob > ___

Re: [MBZ] What? Let's Go, Google Translator.

2024-05-29 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
When you said "A wagon sans the rear area" I was hoping to see something like an El Camino. Paint looks like it's suffered the AZ sunshine for a while. On Wed, May 29, 2024, at 12:58, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1009266917444514/ > > I'm skeptical

Re: [MBZ] OT - Ultrasonic Cleaners

2024-05-28 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Keep an eye on govdeals.com for university surplus. I don’t see any at the moment but would guess they are available from time to time. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery opt

[MBZ] This car features the w211 motor which is known as one of the most reliable Mercedes engines ever made

2024-05-27 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/columbus-2003-mercedes-e320-very-well/7751024384.html ___ 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/

[MBZ] IM SURE SOMEONE HAS THE TIME AND PATIENCE TOO BRING THIS BABY BACK TO LIFE

2024-05-27 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I got the car into my garage then realized the scope of the project and am now trying get out from under it. https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/chicago-wrecked-2013-ml63-amg/7751164112.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.o

Re: [MBZ] I wonder how bad the engine hit was -- 2015 Mercedes-Benz gl-class GL 63 AMG Sport Utility 4D, $3, 000

2024-05-27 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
If the owner wasn’t going to fix it I wonder why they bought it back from insurance co? Scrap is going to be less than taking total loss payout. On Mon, May 27, 2024, at 11:30, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > Car was in accident. Vehicle still has clean title. Customer took > insurance money

[MBZ] 08 E350 4Matic - $3,000

2024-05-26 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
"Check engine light for timing adjustments" That's a shame, realtor colors but looks like it's been taken care of. https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/carol-stream-08-e350-4matic/7750588712.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://w

[MBZ] Ponton anyone? - 1958

2024-05-26 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Two tone blue respray. And the interior... good grief. It does appear to be mostly complete though. https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/nashville-vehicle/7750577855.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Benz 300D - $14,500 (SAINT SIMONS ISLAND)

2024-05-25 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
> It's a trailer in a trailer park, but they don't want trailer park > people living there. There are some "nice" trailer parks in the south. I've never seen anything like that around here, they are all dumpy at best. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search li

Re: [MBZ] I picked up the 95k mile 1 owner e300

2024-05-25 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
On Sat, May 25, 2024, at 19:21, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Car is nice, will clean up. Currently the throttle linkage is sticky from > sitting and has no brakes. Original owner was Michael Doucet, supposedly a > famous musician. I have never heard of him. Anyway, if he really is a big

Re: [MBZ] I guess that’s why the brake warning ⚠️ is on

2024-05-25 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Reminds me I need to check my brakes this weekend. Have heard some sqeaking that's new. Last time I had a front wheel off I noted that the brake wear sensor wires were broken. Just missed FCP Euro's brake sale, too though I'm sure there will be another one soon. On Sat, May 25, 2024, at 1

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Benz 300D - $14,500 (SAINT SIMONS ISLAND)

2024-05-25 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Years ago the company I was with had some work at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, GA. While we were there they put us up in a rented condo on Saint Simons Island. One memory I have was the constant urging to try a vidalia onion pie. I wasn't impressed. On Sat, May 25, 2

Re: [MBZ] Unimog Camper Conversion

2024-05-25 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
You'll be loved by all drivers as you trundle down the interstate at 50mph on your way to your next camping spot. On Sat, May 25, 2024, at 11:27, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > Pretty amazing. > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1987-mercedes-benz-unimog-14/ > ___

Re: [MBZ] Ot Interesting automotive news

2024-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep have been passed around so much over the past 20 years I would not consider owning one. On Fri, May 24, 2024, at 18:24, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > Stellantis agreed to cut prices and launched an unusual incentive program > after hearing gripes from dealers.

Re: [MBZ] The Miracle of AI

2024-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
gt; Nope. Just like DNA testing. Once they got it, you can’t take it back, > and you can’t prevent it from being shared. > > -D > > > >> On May 24, 2024, at 2:43 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I haven't quite figured out what the point

Re: [MBZ] The Miracle of AI

2024-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
On Fri, May 24, 2024, at 17:57, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > You have to give them credit for creativity, though. How many humans would > think to glue cheese to pizza? It does show that there's no real "intelligence" in the technology. It's just sophisticated regurgitation of the con

[MBZ] 2015 ML250 Bluetec - 152k miles - $10,950

2024-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Smallish pics but might be nice. Salt country though. https://swmi.craigslist.org/cto/d/coloma-2015-mercedes-benz-250-ml/7750210222.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery opti

Re: [MBZ] I don't know what to make of this -- 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT3 Chassis

2024-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Offered as Black Canvas or Enthusiast Decor On Fri, May 24, 2024, at 14:50, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > I wonder if the car was stuffed and whoever bought the hulk just > stripped it down and sold parts or used them in some other car.  I'm not > sure what you would do with a bare chassis

Re: [MBZ] The Miracle of AI

2024-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I haven't quite figured out what the point of AI is. It's "trained" on essentially the content of the web, so it's trained on mostly garbage. Even if it's able to regurgitate some good information, what's the advantage of that when you could just consult the original authoritative sources direct

Re: [MBZ] Ex-E320

2024-05-22 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yeah that's the trade-off. Buy an older used car and you don't face depreciation but have to deal with neglect and stuff just wearing out. You likely won't recover all that expense in a sale. Buy a new car and get a warranty but lose the depreciation as well as paying the finance costs. I thin

Re: [MBZ] Anyone lusting for a Wabbit?

2024-05-21 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I test drove one when I was in high school. Still surprised the dealer let a 17 year old kid take one of those out. On Tue, May 21, 2024, at 15:06, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > Cute, but odometer inoperative so TMU. > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1983-volkswagen-rabbit-gti-44/ >

[MBZ] 1999 SLK230 - 69k mi - $7,500

2024-05-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yellow. Very. https://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/d/dayton-1999-mercedes/7747194034.html ___ 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/listin

[MBZ] 2005 Mercedes E320 CDI - 213k miles - $6,000

2024-05-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
The racing stripe and extra rear badges add 2mph to the top speed. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/wheeling-2005-mercedes-e320-cdi-diesel/7747205821.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscri

[MBZ] This is a car that would look much better in black

2024-05-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
High miles but looks fairly nice, but the color does it no favors at all. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/cto/d/north-aurora-2006-mercedes-benz-s430-awd/7747247774.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Great, All Original

2024-05-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
gt; They also start a heck of a lot better when cold... > > -Curt > > > On Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 02:26:54 PM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > > > I would keep it simple, no electronics or emissions, maybe drop a 617 > in it, there should b

Re: [MBZ] Great, All Original

2024-05-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I would keep it simple, no electronics or emissions, maybe drop a 617 in it, there should be room; they had straight-six engines in W110s. If the floor and rockers aren't rotted out yeah it could be something to just have fun with. On Tue, May 14, 2024, at 12:59, Buggered Benzmail via Mercede

Re: [MBZ] flatdump it old but good running 1987 Mercedes-Benz sprinter 4500 cab & chassis 144" WB Cab & Chassis 2D, $6, 500

2024-05-12 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Sprinter? On Sun, May 12, 2024, at 10:32, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > Put a roll-back on this to haul old Benzes! > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/964233628299779/ > > -- > --FT > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives ht

Re: [MBZ] Current show at Okie Acres

2024-05-11 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yeah I looked at the northern sky last night here and didn't see anything. On Sat, May 11, 2024, at 00:32, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: > Pretty far South for the Northern lights. Quite incredible. > > Get Outlook for Android > > From: Me

Re: [MBZ] Anyone Want an RV?

2024-05-09 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Those Blue Bird Wanderlodge RVs will never not look like school buses to me. On Thu, May 9, 2024, at 15:34, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > A Wanderlodge is what Chip suggested I buy when we were considering > long term RV-ing a year or so before I retired. Just so happened he was > thinking a

Re: [MBZ] RIP W115.114

2024-05-09 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
> Mounting points all in the right place That's the trick. Are the measurements readily available? ___ 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/

Re: [MBZ] Anyone Want an RV?

2024-05-09 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Seems like that's worth a gamble for $1k if it's not a total disaster inside. "Was running when parked" but how long ago was that? I'm guessing it's been a while. On Thu, May 9, 2024, at 13:51, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > You don’t have it yet? > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On May

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-09 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Self-report, with any discrepancy billed on title transfer, or possibly require periodic or random odometer check at BMV when you renew your registration. My water bill used to be this way, they would only read the meter a couple of times a year and we would self-report the reading monthly. That

Re: [MBZ] 220D

2024-05-09 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Interesting if it's not rusted. Manual transmission, no AC, velour seat panels. Grey market car? Interior needs a little TLC. On Thu, May 9, 2024, at 11:24, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/412594924968812/ > > AZBob > > > ___

Re: [MBZ] Perhaps the tornado was closer to Okie Acres than I thought

2024-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
By the way, where I live I just burn limbs and other yard waste from time to time as it accumulates, but have wondered about what to do if I really wanted to clear out some substantial areas. Has anyone ever rented a commercial-type wood chipper? Are they difficult to operate safely, and if you

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
ou in advance. On Wed, May 8, 2024, at 20:16, mitch--- via Mercedes wrote: > On 2024-05-08 17:37, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: >> Out of curiosity I checked our local Chevy dealer's website. >> >> One new 2023 Bolt "EUV LT" asking $31k, one used (23k miles)

Re: [MBZ] RIP W115.114

2024-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I wonder how Hagerty can afford to offer stated value coverage at the same price as Allstate's "average market value" coverage? On Wed, May 8, 2024, at 18:56, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > And just the point to state that I am not an insurance agent, nor have > I played one on TV. You may

Re: [MBZ] OT - How to Get a Network Connection in the Detached Garage

2024-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
35' is not so long. You could just run CAT6(a) cable no? Should be a lot cheaper than fiber. On Wed, May 8, 2024, at 17:40, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > I’ve been struggling with getting solid, reliable Internet connectivity > in the detached garage of the AZ house. I was pretty much set

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Out of curiosity I checked our local Chevy dealer's website. One new 2023 Bolt "EUV LT" asking $31k, one used (23k miles) appears to be exactly the same model, asking $22k. So owned one year and has lost nearly 1/3 of its value. On Wed, May 8, 2024, at 16:38, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] RIP W115.114

2024-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
This morning on my way to work I crested a hill to find a delivery van reversing uphill towards me in my lane. Fortunately I was able to stop. There are idiots everywhere. On Wed, May 8, 2024, at 16:22, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: > On 08/05/2024 3:10 PM, David Bruckmann via Mercedes wrote

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
You may want to think again on the Bolt, or be sure you have good fire insurance. https://www.nhtsa.gov/press-releases/recall-all-chevy-bolt-vehicles-fire-risk On Wed, May 8, 2024, at 16:09, Curt Raymond wrote: > I had to look up the Bolt, interestingly it was to be discontinued at > the end o

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-07 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Methane leaks at wellheads, including capped/abandoned ones, are pretty > outrageous. > > -D > >> On May 7, 2024, at 5:17 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Of course you could do the same diagram for gasoline/diesel vehicles, with >> leaks a

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-07 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Of course you could do the same diagram for gasoline/diesel vehicles, with leaks at the oil wells, leaks at the refineries, leaks in the transport tankers, leaks at the distributors, leaks at the retail gas stations. It may not be as bad as the electric scenario, but it's there. There is a lot

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-07 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
other vehicles, fire trucks with lights and sirens active, etc. I would be afraid to use it. I might try it on a bright sunny day on a clear road with good lane markings, but I'd be watching it closely. Many Tesla owners say it terrifies them regularly. On Tue, May 7, 2024, at 12:49, Allan

Re: [MBZ] OT - Looking for a Chainsaw?

2024-05-07 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
ut of them. > > -D > > >> On May 7, 2024, at 8:39 AM, Allan Streib wrote: >> >> When you compare the cost of the Milwaukee you have to remember that with >> another brand you'll need to buy a battery (or two) and a charger that you >> would not need o

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-07 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Tesla owners have a blind spot. They think that because the car meets their needs (or they have adapted to its limitations without admitting as much), it would meet anybody's needs. On Tue, May 7, 2024, at 12:19, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > Tesla owner friend of mine drives anywhere/

Re: [MBZ] 2nd post about EVs

2024-05-07 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Ford gave up on sedans and wagons a while ago. They only make SUVs and trucks now, I think the Mustang is the only exception. On Tue, May 7, 2024, at 11:00, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: > A friend and I were talking a couple of days ago and he said something > that I thought was interestin

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-07 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Current battery technology, while much improved over the old lead/acid "golf cart" batteries is still the limiting factor. The energy density is too low, the batteries weigh too much, and they have complicated electrical and temperature management needs. The car you are describing sounds somthi

Re: [MBZ] OT - Looking for a Chainsaw?

2024-05-07 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
When you compare the cost of the Milwaukee you have to remember that with another brand you'll need to buy a battery (or two) and a charger that you would not need otherwise. Yes if you already have a compatible HF battery and charger then that changes things. Though I'd guess that a cordless d

Re: [MBZ] OT - Looking for a Chainsaw?

2024-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
de by the same Taiwanese or Chinese manufacturer. On Mon, May 6, 2024, at 20:42, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > I'm happy with my Harbor Freight Atlas battery electric chainsaw. I > doubt it would hold up to daily professional use but for what I need it > has done fine so

Re: [MBZ] OT - Looking for a Chainsaw?

2024-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I'm happy with my Harbor Freight Atlas battery electric chainsaw. I doubt it would hold up to daily professional use but for what I need it has done fine so far. If you're already invested in another battery system I would probably stay with that. I don't think there's a whole lot of difference

[MBZ] 1988 300E W124 - Euro Lights, All Paperwork - $5,900

2024-05-05 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
K&N air filter sticker caught my eye, and I don't really dig the steering wheel. No good views of the interior. Might be nice, but we're left to guess. https://lexington.craigslist.org/cto/d/danville-1988-mercedes-benz-300e-w124/7743826064.html ___ http://www

[MBZ] 2000 E320 Wagon - $750

2024-05-05 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
"Some rust" is putting it mildly. I guess if you needed a beater wagon it might be worth something. https://carbondale.craigslist.org/cto/d/murphysboro-2000-mercedes-e320-wagon/7743931157.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okie

Re: [MBZ] W211 E500 more air suspension questions

2024-05-05 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Took a look today and the car already has Arnott struts installed, at least on the driver's side. So they've been replaced before. I wonder if that would cause any issue with the core exchange? On Wed, May 1, 2024, at 21:39, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > FCP Euro is lis

[MBZ] OT: 4-way switch troubleshooting

2024-05-04 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I have a 4-way switch configuration in the basement (lights can be turned on or off from three locations). Been working fine for years. Suddenly it's acting strange. With the lights on, switch 1 and switch 2 will turn the lights off, switch 3 will not. If I understand correctly, that indicates

Re: [MBZ] W211 E500 more air suspension questions

2024-05-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
t? If so, you could go with new >> from FCP and sell off the cores to offset your costs. >> >> -D >> >>> On May 1, 2024, at 12:38 PM, Allan Streib wrote: >>> >>> Apparently Arnott now sells "new" and "remanufactured" strut

Re: [MBZ] W211 E500 more air suspension questions

2024-05-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
s wrote: > I have not, but I’ll ask. > > -D > >> On May 1, 2024, at 8:39 AM, Allan Streib wrote: >> >> NAPA sells some made by Dorman. Have you heard anything about those? >> >> >> On Tue, Apr 30, 2024, at 22:43, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote

Re: [MBZ] W211 E500 more air suspension questions

2024-05-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
they are the factory originals or have already been replaced. Allan On Wed, May 1, 2024, at 12:41, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > I have not, but I’ll ask. > > -D > >> On May 1, 2024, at 8:39 AM, Allan Streib wrote: >> >> NAPA sells some made by Dorman. H

Re: [MBZ] Straight 6 gas motor 1964 Unimog Troop Carrier for Sale, $11, 500

2024-05-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Is that an M110 engine? The thing probably has a top speed of about 45mph. Seems to be missing the interior engine cover, otherwise looks pretty original. On Wed, May 1, 2024, at 11:15, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/386807733819084 > > -- > --FT >

Re: [MBZ] W211 E500 more air suspension questions

2024-05-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
pping off. > > -D > >> On Apr 30, 2024, at 1:52 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> FCP Euro is wanting $600 each plus $200 core charge. >> >> Rockauto $470 no core charge. >> >> That's a big difference to pay for the li

[MBZ] 2003 ML500 - 74k miles - $10,800

2024-04-30 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Look clean, bland colors, aftermarket radio. No tow hitch, but I guess at least you know that it hasn't been abused towing. Ambitious price. https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/loveland-clean-2003-mercedes-benz-ml500/7742492427.html ___ http://www.okiebenz

Re: [MBZ] W211 E500 more air suspension questions

2024-04-30 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
ms.  Get some Arnotts and replace > them both and not have to worry about it for another 10-20yr > > --FT > > On 4/30/24 1:19 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: >> Still have not repaired my air leak, I know I need to do it sooner rather >> than later as it's probabl

[MBZ] W211 E500 more air suspension questions

2024-04-30 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Still have not repaired my air leak, I know I need to do it sooner rather than later as it's probably stressing the compressor. I have noticed however that the leakdown seems much more pronounced if I park with the wheels turned. Last night I parked at about 10pm with the wheels about halfway t

Re: [MBZ] Pretty E500

2024-04-29 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Strutmasters coilover suspension conversion will hurt the price. On Mon, Apr 29, 2024, at 12:42, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > Love the color combination. Currently bidding at a bargain price. > > https://carsandbids.com/auctions/3BDlNqP5/2003-mercedes-benz-e500-sedan > ___

Re: [MBZ] Car has potential just need it out of my garage - 1988 560SEC - 109k miles - $3, 000

2024-04-29 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
gt; >> $2500 wouldn’t be a bad deal if it’s in decent condition >> >> —FT >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >> > On Apr 28, 2024, at 11:38 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >> > >> > NO EMAILS >

[MBZ] Car has potential just need it out of my garage - 1988 560SEC - 109k miles - $3, 000

2024-04-28 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
NO EMAILS I WILL NOT REPLY TO EMAILS!! https://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/d/burbank-1988-mercedes-benz-sec560/7741758319.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

[MBZ] 1990 350 SDL - 101k miles - $11,500

2024-04-28 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks pretty nice. I wanted an SDL for a long time but I think I'm over it. Is this one a rodbender? https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/brookfield-1990-pristine-mercedes-one/7741827094.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.o

Re: [MBZ] Jetta TDI 5 speed wagon on BAT

2024-04-27 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I would have been interested but not at the price it sold for. $15K for a 20 year old VW is putting more faith in VW parts than I have. My Jetta was leaking rain into the interior and various fluids from the engine by that age. It ran great, it just had a lot of minor problems with anything mad

[MBZ] Kaleb is this any relation of yours?

2024-04-25 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Just joined the women's basketball team here. https://twitter.com/karostriplin/status/1783511513954717753 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz

[MBZ] I can't be bothered with punctuation

2024-04-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
... or useful photos, or any helpful information at all. https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/saint-louis-2007-mercedes-gl-450/7740281922.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change deliver

Re: [MBZ] Happy Birthday, Kleb!

2024-04-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Happy Birthday!. Are you at the age yet where your birthday cake looks like a prairie fire? On Wed, Apr 24, 2024, at 15:13, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Y’all should take up a collection to buy me an Okie acres yard queen > for my birthday. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 24, 2024,

Re: [MBZ] MBCA

2024-04-22 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Beer? Sounds a bit Arbeiterklasse. On Mon, Apr 22, 2024, at 21:56, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > Glossy magazine. Camaraderie. Free beer at the annual concours/picnic. > Various rallyes and social gatherings. > > On Mon, Apr 22, 2024 at 10:42 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < > mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Scam? -- 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190SL - $29,000

2024-04-22 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Condsidering it's at least $100k too low for a fully restored example, I'd say yes. Google image search didn't find an exact matching image from any other sales sites, but with AI capabilities, one could be faked or a different background could be substituted. On Mon, Apr 22, 2024, at 13:09,

Re: [MBZ] OT bamboo

2024-04-21 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
It's not a native plant. I don't know if would end up being as bad as honeysuckle but we have that all over the place here and it's really hard to get rid of it once it gets established. On Sat, Apr 20, 2024, at 17:51, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Anyone ever planted bamboo before? I hav

[MBZ] 1977 450sl - 101k miles - $15,900

2024-04-20 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Like the color but one pic and the ad copy seems scammy. Who refers to himself as "the seller" in a CL ad? https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/tell-city-1977-mercedes-benz-450sl/7739162113.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://w

Re: [MBZ] Finished paint correction on 09S550

2024-04-20 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I might steal it out from under you. On Sat, Apr 20, 2024, at 13:20, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Nice car. Now you can sell it to me. I guess paint correction is the > new term for wash buff and wax > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 20, 2024, at 1:05 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Due to Incredibly High Demand, I am Increasing the Price...

2024-04-19 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
No turbo and the Chysler ACC -- surprised that still works. Looks nice cosmetically though. New break pads with flushing the break fluid. On Fri, Apr 19, 2024, at 12:04, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Price is insane. City MPG would be low 20’s. > > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 19, 2

[MBZ] 2012 Sprinter 2500 - $19,999

2024-04-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Funny ad, the last photo makes it look like his whole cleaning service is just a truck and a shop-vac. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/arlington-heights-2012-mercedes-benz/7738607167.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yes, I have a corded model made by Fein (maybe the original maker of the type?) and they are great for flush cuts and fine trim work, not sure I'd think of reaching for it if I needed to cut openings in 3/4" subfloor but it would probably get the job done. On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 12:13, dan p

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
lectric saw I can take them down piece by piece off a ladder. > An electric saw will be the way to go... > > > -Curt > > > On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 11:09:10 AM EDT, Allan Streib via > Mercedes wrote: > > > > > > I got one of those grinders when

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
on > going. The switch is a little flaky but I've beaten the ever loving > snot out of that thing. It doesn't owe me a cent... > > -Curt > > > On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 10:04:46 AM EDT, Allan Streib via > Mercedes wrote: > > > > > > Yea

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