Re: [MBZ] It's a plot

2008-02-08 Thread Bill R
I have been thinking about doing just that, and probably will pretty soon. IIRC I already qualify for the first one, but am still quite a few miles from the second. I downloaded the forms but don't recall where I put them. I went out this morning and did make use of some of the suggestions from

Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot]

2008-02-10 Thread Bill R
IIRC, he was using it on a sales route, so the truck was a delivery vehicle. Anybody have a better memory that mine? BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 5:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-10 Thread Bill R
Yes, though I have related it a year or so ago. I was a student at Lynchburg College [great school, BTW] and was heading to DC in 1971 in my '62 220Sb to visit an old roommate. I was going into an 'S' curve at 2:30 AM in the pouring down rain. A Camero was coming out of the curve and all I

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-10 Thread Bill R
Wow. Aside from the injuries I am sure you also have memories that are not pleasant. --R Bill R wrote: Yes, though I have related it a year or so ago. I was a student at Lynchburg College [great school, BTW] and was heading to DC in 1971 in my '62 220Sb to visit an old roommate. I was going

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-10 Thread Bill R
Wow. Aside from the injuries I am sure you also have memories that are not pleasant. --R Bill R wrote: Yes, though I have related it a year or so ago. I was a student at Lynchburg College [great school, BTW] and was heading to DC in 1971 in my '62 220Sb to visit an old roommate. I was going

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-10 Thread Bill R
Wow. Aside from the injuries I am sure you also have memories that are not pleasant. --R Bill R wrote: Yes, though I have related it a year or so ago. I was a student at Lynchburg College [great school, BTW] and was heading to DC in 1971 in my '62 220Sb to visit an old roommate. I was going

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-10 Thread Bill R
Wow. Aside from the injuries I am sure you also have memories that are not pleasant. --R Bill R wrote: Yes, though I have related it a year or so ago. I was a student at Lynchburg College [great school, BTW] and was heading to DC in 1971 in my '62 220Sb to visit an old roommate. I was going

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-10 Thread Bill R
Wow. Aside from the injuries I am sure you also have memories that are not pleasant. --R Bill R wrote: Yes, though I have related it a year or so ago. I was a student at Lynchburg College [great school, BTW] and was heading to DC in 1971 in my '62 220Sb to visit an old roommate. I was going

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-10 Thread Bill R
Sounds like you have good reason to be a believer also. Glad you did ok. My legs and crushed feet would have fared better with the lap belt, but I think the force of hitting the wheel with my face would not have changed much with no shoulder belt. [any physics buffs want to

Re: [MBZ] WAS Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds - now accidents in general

2008-02-11 Thread Bill R
: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill R Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 8:47 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds Well, by this time I almost can't remember being without the 'reminders'. I once counted 14 sets of scars, but most have faded

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-11 Thread Bill R
Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 3:20 PM Subject: Re

Re: [MBZ] Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash

2008-02-11 Thread Bill R
Which is more dangerous if some idiot who is on the cell phone and eating suddenly drops the drink and swerves while trying to catch it, sideswiping you in the process? Just another perspective. My wife had that happen to her on I75 just N. of Miami. She drove home even though she literally had

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-11 Thread Bill R
Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 3:20 PM Subject: Re

[MBZ] FW: OT: Cheap Hosting

2008-02-11 Thread Bill R
Dave - sent your question my son, who is getting into web design and some of this stuff: You can recommend godaddy.com or 1and1.com to the guy, they're both very straightforward and cheap. If he goes with GoDaddy, I can give him a coupon code for 10-20% off. BillR -Original Message-

Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?

2008-02-12 Thread Bill R
I'm impressed. BillR -Original Message- From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/12/08 2:57 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? On my 111 coupe the new headliner involved removing front and rear

[MBZ] I'm too old for this

2008-02-12 Thread Bill R
I'm pretty happy with my car these days, though I'm way over budget for repairs after the new transmission, vacuum pump, and new AC air flow activators and compressor - re-converted to R12 plus the new GP relay. I've never used R12 substitute before, but it works better than 134 in an old car

Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?

2008-02-12 Thread Bill R
I'm impressed. BillR -Original Message- From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/12/08 2:57 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? On my 111 coupe the new headliner involved removing front and rear

Re: [MBZ] I'm too old for this

2008-02-12 Thread Bill R
interested? BillR -Original Message- From: Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/12/08 10:28 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I'm too old for this This is your non-eBay 2nd chance offer.:-) $1001. On Feb 12, 2008 8:48 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] I'm too old for this

2008-02-12 Thread Bill R
It did get my attention. Now the problem is the lingering smell of the stuff from from the can. It is nice driving it these days, though. BillR -Original Message- From: Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/12/08 11:17 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] I'm too old for this

2008-02-12 Thread Bill R
really need AC in Iowa -- nice but not the requirement you have in Jax. I will fly down to my folks' condo at Crescent Beach, give you $1000 and drive the car home. Deal? On Feb 12, 2008 7:17 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm pretty happy with my car these days, though I'm way over budget

Re: [MBZ] 240

2008-02-12 Thread Bill R
I stopped to look at an old TD yesterday. No rust, but the paint was not good and the wood was separating, and it looked ratty inside. Price on the window was $3,400 so I didn't even ask about it. Been there for a few weeks, and probably will be a lot longer. BillR -Original Message-

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Benz 1986 300 D Body BY FRIDAY - $280

2008-02-12 Thread Bill R
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Benz 1986 300 D Body BY FRIDAY - $280 Must be an importthere was no 86 300D. Wonder if it's a W123 or W124? On 2/12/08, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://jacksonville.craigslist.org/car/567322706.html This guy thinks the engine is blown. Never talked to him

Re: [MBZ] Does he really mean it?

2008-02-12 Thread Bill R
You should probably check that theory out before acting on it. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/12/08 3:00 PM Subject: [MBZ] Does he really mean it? So, is it really theft if he

[MBZ] Mercedes Benz 1986 300 D Body BY FRIDAY - $280

2008-02-12 Thread Bill R
http://jacksonville.craigslist.org/car/567322706.html This guy thinks the engine is blown. Never talked to him. No interest, etc., but the price isn't bad. BillR ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] I'm too old for this

2008-02-13 Thread Bill R
My wife is actually surprised that I would rather drive my 27 year old MB than her Infinity. Mine rides better, and I just plain love the car. She would never do well with mine as she is a somewhat aggressive driver who likes to shoot into the best available lane. Each of us has a car that

Re: [MBZ] Pardon the OT - heard of this employment website - scam or no

2008-02-13 Thread Bill R
Brian - Your instincts are most likely correct. If you have been diligent in your search you know more about the market than most. Trust yourself and don't give out information that could come back to bite you. Good luck with the job hunt. BillR -Original Message- From: Zoltan Finks

Re: [MBZ] OT - IQ of Sorts!

2008-02-14 Thread Bill R
I can pretty much shift it clockwise / counterclockwise at will, but my IQ is nowhere near the 160 mark. I'd look for other reasons for that ability. I WISH it were that high, though. BillR -Original Message- From: wilton strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 240

2008-02-14 Thread Bill R
Good one. BillR -Original Message- From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/14/08 1:08 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 240 something to indicate i am crazy in a middle aged white guy kind of way. i'm a pretty courteous driver though. i will

Re: [MBZ] WAS Not 240 OT Blacks Whites etc

2008-02-16 Thread Bill R
I've got an 1892 Waltham that was used on the RR. Someone left it with my father in law's father [a RR conductor] as a pledge for a loan around 1900, and I am told it kept time within 1 minute a year for 50 years. It runs now when I wind it, but that is not too often. BillR -Original

Re: [MBZ] WAS Not 240 OT Blacks Whites etc

2008-02-17 Thread Bill R
be worth a lot; old as it is. Does it have a glass face or do you open it? Gerry - - Original Message - From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] I've got an 1892 Waltham that was used on the RR. Someone left it with my father in law's father [a RR conductor

Re: [MBZ] Whoa look at the price of fuel

2008-02-20 Thread Bill R
Fred, if $.38 is the lowest you remember you are still a kid on this list. I remember paying $.23 on a car I was driving. Ocala, FL, and had to be 1966. BillR -Original Message- From: Frederick W Moir [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/20/08

Re: [MBZ] Whoa look at the price of fuel

2008-02-21 Thread Bill R
a cigarette the gas exploded and blew him out of the car. That was on Market Street in New Albany, Indiana. Gerry - - Original Message - From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fred, if $.38 is the lowest you remember you are still a kid on this list. I remember

Re: [MBZ] New Grandfather

2008-02-21 Thread Bill R
Congratulations. And, yes, they are a lot more fun than kids. Enjoy. BillR -Original Message- From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Cynthia Streams' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; 'Chris Sedlacek' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Brad Magaro [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Cathy Maples RD Electronics (E-mail) [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Whoa look at the price of fuel

2008-02-23 Thread Bill R
Of Chuck Landenberger Sent: Thursday, February 21, 2008 9:10 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Whoa look at the price of fuel Bill, Just wondering... How much were you earning in the mid 70's? Take care, Chuck On Feb 21, 2008, at 5:59 PM, Bill R wrote: So we have $.20/gallon

Re: [MBZ] W220 rust - now new MB's and $$$

2008-02-23 Thread Bill R
A friend deals with car/train accidents for a major RR. He said I would not believe the number of new and late model MB's [and other high end cars] that suddenly develop engine problems causing them to stop in front of a train - just after the person making the payments loses a job. Yes, many

Re: [MBZ] W220 rust

2008-02-24 Thread Bill R
You can rent a car with a debit card. Not sure it that is true of all car rental agencies. I also have credit cards, all with $0 balances. BillR -Original Message- From: Dimitri Seretakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/24/08 9:00 AM

Re: [MBZ] SLC pics are up

2008-02-25 Thread Bill R
Kaleb - http://www.okiebenz.com/pics/78450slc/ The interior of my 1981 300 SD is near the color of the EXTERIOR of the '78 450SLC. Do you happen to have sun visors with the extensions in that color? Mine is MBtex, and I would call the color TAN, but am not sure how MB would describe it. While

[MBZ] Gary / weight

2008-02-27 Thread Bill R
Gary -sorry if I sent this already, but i'm getting some confusing things from my hand-held emails. A friend had balloned 20 probably 400 lbs. When he was tested and treated for sleep apnea he lost about 175 lbs. Amazing they can be so related. BillR ___

[MBZ] Credit/debit card car rental

2008-02-28 Thread Bill R
, but i still need a proper credit card to do It On Sun, Feb 24, 2008 at 2:10 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You can rent a car with a debit card. Not sure it that is true of all car rental agencies. I also have credit cards, all with $0 balances. BillR

Re: [MBZ] OT: Our Political System

2008-02-29 Thread Bill R
It was suggested some years ago [magazine article: -IIRC - If the South Had Won the Civil War] that Cuba would be a Confederate state. BillR -Original Message- From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 2/29/08 12:15 AM Subject: Re:

[MBZ] Follow-up to a recent discussion

2008-03-01 Thread Bill R
http://f2.org/snd/colo-surgeon-abcrn-20030818.mp3 The address above is for an mp3 download of a Bowser Blue song. It was presented to the American Association of Colorectal Surgeons a few years ago. Worth the listen, especially for those of us who have had the experiences some of us have

Re: [MBZ] One Hundred People

2008-03-01 Thread Bill R
That one has been around for enough years that it needs some serious updating. I used to use for talks/presentations maybe 7 or 8 years ago. Anyone seem more current figures? BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List

[MBZ] OT - computer monitor part needed

2008-03-01 Thread Bill R
For you computer folks: I just picked up a Sony SDM-N80 18.1 LCD Monitor Flat-Panel for a decent price, but it does not have the system connector. If anyone has an idea where or how to get one I'd like to hear about it. Pretty silly, I suppose, to assume it would take a standard connector. The

Re: [MBZ] OT - computer monitor part needed

2008-03-01 Thread Bill R
-Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Saturday, March 01, 2008 2:43 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - computer monitor part needed On Sat, 1 Mar 2008 14:26:58 -0500 Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For you

Re: [MBZ] OT - computer monitor part needed

2008-03-01 Thread Bill R
monitor part needed I'm concerned about what Dave W found. This may need to have the outbord vidoe box. Do you have that as well? It seems like it won't work without it..??!?? Zedic On 01/03/2008, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks Craig, I'll check those out. I have whatever video card came

Re: [MBZ] OT - computer monitor part needed

2008-03-01 Thread Bill R
/08 4:42 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - computer monitor part needed My basement is full of mistakes like that. And I keep making them I feel your pain. -Dave Walton On Sat, Mar 1, 2008 at 4:24 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You have named my fear. It was one of those grab it quick deals

Re: [MBZ] eBay seller threatens to sue me.

2008-03-01 Thread Bill R
Dave, I am no expert, but it does seem that an item that is incorrectly listed should be reported to eBay along with the other emails. Just my opinion. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of dave walton Sent: Saturday, March 01, 2008 4:39

Re: [MBZ] RE OT: The World Has Plenty of Oil

2008-03-05 Thread Bill R
Almost hate to get into it - and I do not drive while eating or talking on the phone and rarely adjust the radio [NPR/PRI/etc all the time] except to change disks on audio books, and my youngest is 25 - but cell phone use is rated down the list of causes of accidents. Don't lay as much blame

[MBZ] OT - Manfred

2008-03-05 Thread Bill R
Manfred - I am planning to take a trip to Atlanta and Yorktown early next month. What does you schedule look like for the next week or so? Thanks - Bill ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] i'm back

2008-03-06 Thread Bill R
Welcome home. Your absence was felt. I never got further South than Mahabalipuram, but I'll take your word for it about Kerala. Should I come into a lot of money I'd love to take my darling wife there. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On

Re: [MBZ] 126 SD spotted yesterday - REVERSE MORTGAGE

2008-03-07 Thread Bill R
Easy. Say you are a retired person with a life expectancy of 10 to 15 years and lots of bills and lots of home equity. Do you want to beg from the kids or spend their inheritance? BillR I still can't wrap my head around the reverse mortgagewhy the hell anyone would do that.weird

Re: [MBZ] REVERSE MORTGAGE

2008-03-07 Thread Bill R
://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs - Original Message - From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 1:41 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 126 SD spotted yesterday - REVERSE MORTGAGE Easy. Say you are a retired person with a life expectancy of 10

Re: [MBZ] OT: REVERSE MORTGAGE

2008-03-07 Thread Bill R
A better deal if the kids can make the payments in addition to their own mortgage. Many cannot, or cannot be counted on to do so. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Friday, March 07, 2008 2:06 PM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] REVERSE MORTGAGE

2008-03-07 Thread Bill R
with confidence. On Fri, Mar 7, 2008 at 2:17 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Exactly right. My dad always said he planned to spend his last dollar to buy and mail his kids cards telling us good-bye and that he was broke. Didn't quite work out that way, but we always encouraged our parents

Re: [MBZ] 126 SD spotted yesterday - REVERSE MORTGAGE

2008-03-07 Thread Bill R
One Possibility: My charges [self and spouse] for medical stuff this year is already between $3-4k. No hospitalizations or unusual expenses. That comes with age also, also, as does a reasonable use of finances. If I didn't have good insurance I would have big problems. 40+M Americans do not.

[MBZ] parts

2008-03-07 Thread Bill R
Kaleb - My list continues to grow: Driver's set springs, under door light, light brown sun visors with extensions, and on both the front and back door driver's side the middle anchor point for the door pull/arm rest is broken. Have you got those? I think there was something else, but

Re: [MBZ] OT Insurance Company is Stupid

2008-03-07 Thread Bill R
As nice a one as you can with whatever is left from the nice dinner with good friends/family. Or, buy a couple of smaller different ones and be able to do even more stuff. Or, how about a cheap rusty MB, a welder, and a few old microwaves to strip metal from. Or They paid the money, you

Re: [MBZ] dryer repair advice

2008-03-10 Thread Bill R
A lot will depend on the anticipated use. You will have to pay top dollar today to get anything that will last near as long. We bought a combo unit based on the two of us and MIL. The first year we also had a daughter/SIL and grandson, then the third year we had another daughter plus

Re: [MBZ] Re - OT and long, Ethanol stuff from IBD

2008-03-12 Thread Bill R
Thanks for the correction here. It is always nice to get an informed view. Sounds like that idea of selling fuel based on energy content could make diesel even higher. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of ned kleinhenz

[MBZ] Finally over the hump

2008-03-16 Thread Bill R
My baby finally hit the big 30 last Saturday. I really do need to get a high mileage badge. The reconversion to R12 works great. BillR Jacksonville, FL 1981 300SD 300,123 miles ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

[MBZ] FW: [Banned] Eurorific craziness

2008-03-17 Thread Bill R
Column shifter? WTF?! Way cool though! MY 1962 220Sb had a column shift. I liked it ok, but after several year I was the only person who could shift it. Easy for me but others just couldn't. BillR ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official

Re: [MBZ] FW: [Banned] Eurorific craziness

2008-03-17 Thread Bill R
: Re: [MBZ] FW: [Banned] Eurorific craziness Bill R wrote: Column shifter? WTF?! Way cool though! MY 1962 220Sb had a column shift. I liked it ok, but after several year I was the only person who could shift it. Easy for me but others just couldn't. BillR Link to the eBay ad: http

[MBZ] 89 300e - $1,000

2008-03-17 Thread Bill R
http://jacksonville.craigslist.org/pts/609141926.html No affiliation. Looks like damage to trunk lid and RR quarter panel. BillR ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

[MBZ] Pulidos

2008-03-18 Thread Bill R
Rusty - My nephew [Rob Ringgold] might be calling from Pulidos in Jacksonville. I have been telling him you have good prices and know MB's. He's pricing out some motor mount stabilizers for my 1981 300SD, and does seem to always have a MB or two in there for repair. BillR

Re: [MBZ] OT Computer Zombot

2008-03-19 Thread Bill R
I still have my firewall turned off with the assumption that my wireless router takes care of that function BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Wednesday, March 19, 2008 9:07 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] OT Computer Zombot

2008-03-19 Thread Bill R
Thanks Jeff, I'll do that BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jeff Zedic Sent: Wednesday, March 19, 2008 9:26 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Computer Zombot Bill, you'll want to go into the admin setup of your

Re: [MBZ] [Banned] question about a 1984 Jaguar VanDen Plas

2008-03-22 Thread Bill R
about a 1984 Jaguar VanDen Plas On Tue, Mar 18, 2008 at 4:50 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: While we are as much on the subject as we are going to get, I am going to look at a 1984 Jaguar VanDen Plas: 4 door, leather interior. 91,000 original miles. Runs, but needs work. He says they have

Re: [MBZ] [Banned] question about a 1984 Jaguar VanDen Plas

2008-03-22 Thread Bill R
I do believe that one hobby car is enough - though I use it for my daily driver. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Saturday, March 22, 2008 5:25 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] [Banned]

Re: [MBZ] [Banned] question about a 1984 Jaguar VanDen Plas

2008-03-23 Thread Bill R
/22/08 11:12 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] [Banned] question about a 1984 Jaguar VanDen Plas On Sat, Mar 22, 2008 at 8:59 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I do believe that one hobby car is enough - though I use it for my daily driver. BillR That, Dear Sir, is blasphemy. A true connoisseur can never

[MBZ] parts

2008-03-24 Thread Bill R
Kaleb - I continue to live in hope and the upholstery shop waits expectantly: 1 - one under door light 2 - one spring base for the driver's seat 3 - 2 armrest center braces, front and rear driver's side 4 - if you have sun visors with the extensions that match my car I'd be interested. These

Re: [MBZ] [Banned] question about a 1984 Jaguar VanDen Plas

2008-03-26 Thread Bill R
From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] When my bank account looks like Leno's I will certainly pick up a few more. I can think of several I would like to have - even a Jaguar or two - but not THAT Jaguar. I do believe that one hobby car is enough - though I use it for my daily driver. BillR

[MBZ] Singleton's

2008-03-28 Thread Bill R
Don - We are heading out to Singleton's at Mayport tonight for some fish. We'll think of you, and eat a hushpuppy in your honor. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 300k miles ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] Singleton's

2008-03-28 Thread Bill R
be there in May. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, March 28, 2008 4:12 PM Subject: [MBZ] Singleton's Don - We are heading out

Re: [MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport

2008-03-28 Thread Bill R
Don't know about Rusty's impending visit, but I'm here in town because I like to stay near my wife and home most of the time. :=) BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of ANGELO GIAIMO Sent: Friday, March 28, 2008 6:08 PM To:

Re: [MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport

2008-03-28 Thread Bill R
I doubt if I will be able to afford another car at my current rate of house and car repairs, but do let me know if he decides to sell. We wondered about Safe Harbor [gee, a fancy place] on the way by. There was a Sun Cruise Casino ship docked there when we passed. I'm writing down Gene's and

Re: [MBZ] Singleton's

2008-03-28 Thread Bill R
that place. I'll be there in May. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, March 28, 2008 4:12 PM Subject: [MBZ] Singleton's Don - We are heading

Re: [MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport

2008-03-28 Thread Bill R
Angelo - I am almost positive that this is a spot highly recommended to me by friends. I called for reservations and discovered it had closed. Too much road construction in the area, I think. At any rate, call before you head out there. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[MBZ] A REAL antique MB ...

2008-03-28 Thread Bill R
I didn't even know they make a 560SEL way back then. http://jacksonville.craigslist.org/car/621880419.html 1896 Mercedes- Benz S-Class 560 SEL - $5500 BillR ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] Singleton's

2008-03-28 Thread Bill R
PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Friday, March 28, 2008 9:20 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Singleton's I sure do miss that place. Is the front porch still full of neighborhood cats? On Fri, Mar 28, 2008 at 6:45 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Singletons.....and a picture

2008-03-29 Thread Bill R
You were no doubt standing on the concrete portion of what used to be a pier when you took the picture - just where we were standing to look around when we were there. I am pretty sure O'Steens is no more, which is too bad as I had high hopes for the place. I'll drive by next time I am in St. A.

Re: [MBZ] Singletons.....and a picture

2008-03-30 Thread Bill R
I'm out of the running for the moment - having over heating and injector issues. Probably needs thermostat and some lub in the injector pump - or a rebuild on the pump. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent:

Re: [MBZ] Singletons.....and a picture

2008-03-30 Thread Bill R
north for the summer any day now, anyway. On Sun, Mar 30, 2008 at 1:06 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm out of the running for the moment - having over heating and injector issues. Probably needs thermostat and some lub in the injector pump - or a rebuild on the pump. BillR -- LT

Re: [MBZ] mind numbing deals at micro center (way off topic)

2008-03-30 Thread Bill R
Gary - do be aware that you will not be able to do that accurately all the time. I can tell within a few points when mine is in the mid 80's, but often am not at all sure up to mid 200's. It is the high blood sugar that slowly kills you, not the diabetes. I check 3 x a day at least, and the

Re: [MBZ] mind numbing deals at micro center (way off topic)

2008-03-30 Thread Bill R
between good and bad. as to how bad when it's bad, well, that would be anyone's guess. On Sun, Mar 30, 2008 at 8:23 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gary - do be aware that you will not be able to do that accurately all the time. I can tell within a few points when mine is in the mid 80's

Re: [MBZ] auctions for 3/30 - Kaleb - My weekly reminder... parts still needed

2008-03-30 Thread Bill R
Kaleb - My list continues to grow: Driver's seat springs, under door light, light brown sun visors with extensions, and on both the front and back door driver's side the middle anchor point for the door pull/arm rest is broken. Have you got those? I'll attach a picture of the interior for color

Re: [MBZ] mind numbing deals at micro center (way off topic)

2008-03-31 Thread Bill R
When my son went active they were quite particular about the watches that were allowed - something about the reflective qualities of some watches. He was a mechanic then, and 'almost' never left the shop [that he would tell us about, anyway. I did hear a mention of going into the field to help

Re: [MBZ] OT: VISA's stupid limit on fuel purchases

2008-03-31 Thread Bill R
I regularly go over that amount. Mine is a VISA debit. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Allan Streib Sent: Sunday, March 30, 2008 9:43 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] OT: VISA's stupid limit on fuel purchases VISA has

Re: [MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport

2008-03-31 Thread Bill R
Sounds good to me. Being of the retired persuasion I am often available. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rusty Cullens Sent: Monday, March 31, 2008 1:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport No,

Re: [MBZ] O'Steens in St. Augustine

2008-03-31 Thread Bill R
Good to hear. Might be our Friday date night destination this week. Thanks - BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of ANGELO GIAIMO Sent: Monday, March 31, 2008 8:50 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] O'Steens in St. Augustine

Re: [MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport

2008-03-31 Thread Bill R
To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Singleton's in Mayport dang, I wish I was retired. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday

Re: [MBZ] Singletons.....and a picture / Red dye

2008-04-01 Thread Bill R
a 35mpg gas car and still save money. -Curt Date: Sun, 30 Mar 2008 20:17:04 -0400 From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Singletons.and a picture To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii You are correct

Re: [MBZ] mind numbing deals at micro center (way off topic)

2008-04-01 Thread Bill R
I got to the checkout and showed $9.95 also. Decided to chance it and then discovered it wouldn't do it with a debit card. I've got two 4Gb's and a couple of smaller ones anyway, so don't really need it. Guess it is an addiction. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] O'Steens in St. Augustine

2008-04-03 Thread Bill R
Fortunately I had the wrong restaurant. The one that I called and that had closed was just across the bridge [and then a touch S.] on A1A North of St. Augustine, not across the A1A Bridge of Lions S of St. A. I'll plan on going out there tomorrow night if my darling wife wants to drive that far.

Re: [MBZ] OT Police and Aggressive Behaviour

2008-04-03 Thread Bill R
Dave - My son was at Shaw for a few years - lived in some of that housing for a few of them. Lots of things like that in the military don't make much sense - I know he would agree with you. He is far happier now at the Inspector General's office in Yorktown. BillR -Original Message-

Re: [MBZ] Doctors, Gun owners, Lawyers and Why I drive an MB

2008-04-04 Thread Bill R
Not intentional I am sure, but errors from fatigue, guessing about the correct medication rather than looking it up, incorrect diagnosis, a slip during surgery - yes to those. I don't think that I would feel much better if I lost my spouse or a child to a medical mistake rather than a bullet. In

Re: [MBZ] Chowda'Q

2008-04-04 Thread Bill R
Good luck with all the many parts of that. I lived in Indy for about 5 years {grad school] and liked it pretty well most of the time. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LWB250 Sent: Friday, April 04, 2008 12:05 PM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Doctors, Gun owners, Lawyers and Why I drive an MB

2008-04-04 Thread Bill R
That one I'd leave out of my statistics, and wish for if it were me. A doctor in Lakeland FL performed unnecessary surgery on my father in law that let him live about one day longer, with more pain, because he didn't want to do that to 'his friend'. Some extra morphine would have been much

Re: [MBZ] Doctors, Gun owners, Lawyers and Why I drive an MB

2008-04-04 Thread Bill R
, with all the compassion of the IRS!) Not ME! On Fri, Apr 4, 2008 at 10:06 AM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If you think things are bad now, wait until all the doctors are government employees. Allan -- 1983 300D Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: Not intentional I am sure

Re: [MBZ] OT Doctors, Gun owners, Lawyers and Why I drive an MB

2008-04-04 Thread Bill R
by constant oversight unless you got a Bill type to cover. You really have to work at it every day, and sometimes it is hard work to do so. --R Bill R wrote: Interesting that you feel it is your wife's job to keep your pants zipped. Is it also your job to keep her from other men? I always liked

Re: [MBZ] Jump starting new cars

2008-04-05 Thread Bill R
In the hope I am using a safer method, I always try to give a jump start with my engine off, and use two sets of cables if available. Does keeping my car off actually help? BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 300k miles -Original Message- From: Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes

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