Re: [MBZ] a couple of questions - headlights, oil pressure

2006-01-24 Thread BillR
Hi Tim - That only happened to me [oil pressure pegged with the key turn, not related to engine even running] was when a not so sharp indy plugged it into the temp sensor. For some reason the temp gauge, wired to the oil pressure sensor, did not work well either. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD

Re: [MBZ] Electrical Headrest Removal

2006-01-25 Thread BillR
You feel Presidential? BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alex Chamberlain Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2006 3:23 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Electrical Headrest Removal On 1/25/06, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED

[MBZ] Melted fuse body

2006-01-27 Thread BillR
weird was going on. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SDEM270k miles

Re: [MBZ] Melted fuse body

2006-01-27 Thread BillR
Thanks Jim. I will do that. BillR Bill, There was a bulletin issued to add an external in line fuse for the blowers on the 1981 and later 126 cars. I think it was about 35 amps. That should solve your problem. I think both the AC fan and the aux ellectric radiator fan run off the same

Re: [MBZ] errant buzzer

2006-01-29 Thread BillR
I will give that a try, along with a few shots of contact cleaner. That does sound much simpler than a disassembly! Thanks for the suggestion BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Marshall Booth Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2006 9:26 PM

Re: [MBZ] errant buzzer

2006-01-29 Thread BillR
ever taken start. Turned the key off and on and it started right up as usual. I'll have the battery checked also. Thanks - BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Desert Rat Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2006 9:58 PM To: Mercedes Discussion

Re: [MBZ] S600 wiring

2006-01-30 Thread BillR
Marshall and John - Thanks for the help. I'll continue with the numerous repitions, and try to get at that switch, and only consider VERY well priced 140's or those with reworked wiring. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Marshall

Re: [MBZ] S600 wiring

2006-01-30 Thread BillR
, but what kind of mileage does that beast get? I drive mostly around town, with occasional road trips of a few hundred miles to keep things in shape. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of James Zavesky Sent: Monday, January 30, 2006 10:15 AM

Re: [MBZ] S600 wiring

2006-01-30 Thread BillR
Sounds like it would be much simpler and cheaper to just keep the dream and not mess it up with reality. Perhaps I'll find a nice 300SDL or just put some more $ into EM. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John M McIntosh Sent: Monday

Re: [MBZ] W's concern abt oil

2006-02-02 Thread BillR
And an old man like me can remember $0.23 / gal back in high school - for my 1962 Corvair. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD EM 271k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Berryman Sent: Thursday, February 02, 2006 11:36 AM

Re: [MBZ] Drain exits

2006-02-03 Thread BillR
Bruce - You have that wrong. SD's and SDL's have 'sunrooms'. CD's just have holes in the roof. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD EM 271k -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of B Dike Sent: Thursday, February 02, 2006 10:59 PM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] FW: Priceless

2006-02-09 Thread BillR
Love that one. Could have been me... BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Luther Gulseth Sent: Thursday, February 09, 2006 5:14 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] FW: Priceless Rare

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread BillR
they are talking about. I do go to our 24 hr Wal-Mart on occasion [need something at off hours, batteries] but otherwise don't shop there. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD EM 271k 2001 I30 Hers 71k 1996 Sentra ??? 268k -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Anger Management

2006-02-21 Thread BillR
safely and the strain did not rip out the wiring on the heater when it pulled apart. Middle of the night calls in winter did not lend themselves to long start / warm up times and this helped to protect the engines and our wiring. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD EM 271K miles -Original Message

Re: [MBZ] Off Topic - keeping warm

2006-02-21 Thread BillR
. Worked well, but was not especially pretty. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 271K miles Delvac -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2006 8:50 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] Off Topic - keeping warm

2006-02-21 Thread BillR
and pipes froze in the basement. She had 2 - 3 feet of ice in her basement when she got home. My [then difficult to afford] investment in the wood stove suddenly seemed well worth it. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 271K - Delvac -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto

[MBZ] Scary spots

2006-02-22 Thread BillR
pants. Did not see what he had gone there to see, and decided he didn't need to if it meant another trip like that. No thanks. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 271k Delvac

Re: [MBZ] Housing costs

2006-02-22 Thread BillR
are listed. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 271K miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2006 8:47 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Housing costs as for how they afford

Re: [MBZ] Pics from my latest Beater-Benz journey

2006-02-22 Thread BillR
fast. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 271k -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2006 12:05 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Pics from my latest Beater-Benz journey net

[MBZ] FW: Pics from my latest Beater-Benz journey

2006-02-22 Thread BillR
-Original Message- From: BillR [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2006 5:46 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: RE: [MBZ] Pics from my latest Beater-Benz journey Jim - Though the definitions I worked with are now old, 'way back when: 1st world: free economies

Re: [MBZ] Cuban jalopies, was Pics from my latest Beater-Benz journey

2006-02-22 Thread BillR
] and he bought blue jeans for his kids from the small stack of US $100 bills he had. He made @$30 - 50 a month I think. Rent would be $3 - 5 a month and he could feel his family for less than $20 a month. Enough. This is a MB site and not CubaTour. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 271k

Re: [MBZ] Cuban jalopies, was Pics from my latest Beater-Benz journey

2006-02-22 Thread BillR
OK, make that 'feed his family', not feel his family - it's not that kind of show... BillR ... Took a friend into a tourist shop with me [that is allowed] and he bought blue jeans for his kids from the small stack of US $100 bills he had. He made @$30 - 50 a month I think. Rent would be $3 - 5

Re: [MBZ] Green fuel pumps and nozzles

2006-02-22 Thread BillR
Complaint filed. BillR Here's their address in case you'd like to complain as well! [EMAIL PROTECTED] PLEASE complain!! Marshall -- ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] anybody feel stupid? Looking for a W140?

2006-02-24 Thread BillR
Walt - Add me to the list also. Not sure if I'll be in the market when you are ready to sell, but what you describe is what I would like to have. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k Delvac -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of W

Re: [MBZ] VeeDub In Da House

2006-02-24 Thread BillR
I still remember drooling over that article. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2006 11:06 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] VeeDub In Da House OK Don wrote: From there, I

Re: [MBZ] RPM Redline

2006-02-24 Thread BillR
OK, I give up. What is the cigarette butt repair? TIA - BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k Delvac -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Berryman Sent: Friday, February 24, 2006 3:23 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] What is the most addictive thing about a Mercedes Diesel?

2006-02-26 Thread BillR
always made more than I have with 10 more years of school - and she is deaf [new cochlear implant] [perhaps why she likes my diesel???]. Go for it. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k, now on Delvac -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of ms

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: THE DEVIL,,,WHY I BELEEEEV IN THE DEATH PENALTY

2006-02-27 Thread BillR
and the jobs that pay the bills. My assumption is that the phenomena really started after WWII [somebody check me on this]. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 272k Delvac -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Hendrik Riessen Sent: Monday, February 27, 2006

Re: [MBZ] Sticky ignition lock

2006-02-28 Thread BillR
a few months. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Hendrik Riessen Sent: Monday, February 27, 2006 6:34 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Sticky ignition lock Yeah

Re: [MBZ] OT: Loosing

2006-02-28 Thread BillR
experience. BillR - From a bit too far South to be a true Southerner Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2006 10:56 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] OT

Re: [MBZ] WAS What is the most addictive NOW colorectal etc

2006-02-28 Thread BillR
procedures have been. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2006 6:31 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] WAS What is the most addictive NOW

Re: [MBZ] Door seals

2006-03-03 Thread BillR
Oops - A problem with ADD folks, I had not read all of your post prior to my reply. Not sure why your pasting the other parts of the lines doesn't work. Mine does fine as long as I take out the extra spaces. Good luck with it. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto

Re: [MBZ] sacrilege.... i know ...

2006-03-06 Thread BillR
There was a guy who lived near my high school [in the late 60's]. He had an XKE and a Corvette. I don't think either ever got over 45 MPH. He was in 60's also I think - and that used to sound old. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] MB vs. Sonata

2006-03-08 Thread BillR
No riled - just defending my baby. Any proud parent would. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Tuesday, March 07, 2006 6:07 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] MB vs. Sonata I was not expecting

[MBZ] Question and comment

2006-03-08 Thread BillR
neighborhood [but closer to the river...]. I always think I am coming up on a Chrysler at first glance. Is there that much crossover designing? Kind of like the R500, though the CLS500 does seem an odd beast on casual drive-by inspection. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k

[MBZ] Possible cure for separated http links

2006-03-11 Thread BillR
. Worth a try. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k miles

Re: [MBZ] Frappr UPDATE!

2006-03-14 Thread BillR
site of rust - are you suggesting a new name for the group website? BillR How do I update my listing, if I want to add a picture? Do I just add myself a second time, with the new information? I promise it will be non-offensive, except to people who are offended by the site of rust

Re: [MBZ] Frappr - I'm the complainer and here's why

2006-03-14 Thread BillR
Thanks, Chuck. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chuck Landenberger Sent: Tuesday, March 14, 2006 3:11 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Frappr - I'm the complainer

Re: [MBZ] March Madness

2006-03-16 Thread BillR
is this guy Duke's last name? From: BillR [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 2006/03/15 Wed PM 01:55:44 EST To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] March Madness That's the round, bouncy one, right? BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 'EM' 272k miles -Original

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 260

2005-08-30 Thread BillR
Message: 3 Date: Tue, 30 Aug 2005 8:14:44 -0400 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] 1981 300SD harmonic balancer - or not? To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Dieselvolk, Catching up on the digest - forgive if old news.

Re: [MBZ] Don Wills has invited you to join Kiva - populations discussion

2007-09-02 Thread billr
are certainly correct that it is the relative inequity of access to resources and lifestyle that feed the problem. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 2, 2007 9:55 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject

Re: [MBZ] Now climate

2007-09-04 Thread billr
a hint of truth in it - at least make sure of 'facts' prior to endless repeating of propaganda on either side. All that seems to make the chat circut is spin. BillR -Original Message- From: Royce Engler [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 3, 2007 9:23 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re

Re: [MBZ] Now climate

2007-09-04 Thread billr
Interresting. I've heard other versions, few lacking 'spin'. BillR -Original Message- From: archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 4, 2007 11:17 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Now climate Here's what Gore actually said: During my service

Re: [MBZ] populations discussion

2007-09-06 Thread billr
gardens. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 294k miles -Original Message- From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 6, 2007 9:46 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] populations discussion Someone needs to invent a gatling-bow haul a truck load

Re: [MBZ] populations discussion

2007-09-07 Thread billr
mileage for much else. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 294k miles -Original Message- From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 6, 2007 11:15 AM To: 'billr' [EMAIL PROTECTED], 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] populations discussion The Key Deer

Re: [MBZ] i really don't get how brick and mortar shops can survivetoday NOW Pergo

2007-09-09 Thread billr
there was no evidence of our 'flood'. Glad he used the good stuff. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 9, 2007 4:49 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] i really don't get how brick and mortar shops can

Re: [MBZ] i really don't get how brick and mortar shops can survivetoday NOW Pergo

2007-09-09 Thread billr
proclivity for a very cool house. I'd say there was water under the wood for a minimum of 48 hours, and that was about 10 months ago. Not a sign of warping yet. Can't be sure it won't, but the PO was a hardwood floor dealer/installer and he wasn't concerned. BillR -Original Message- From

Re: [MBZ] Ebay

2007-09-10 Thread billr
I've been caught once by only doing a quick check of feedback. Same result as you when the 'seller/scammer' closed accounts and changed id. Now I will only buy from folks with decent feedback that I actually read and check feedback ID on. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

2007-09-12 Thread billr
I've not been able to follow all the threads on this due to limited time and computer problems - Is Techron concentrate safe and effective for a diesel? Much easier than doing the stuff requited for Diesel Purge. Thanks - BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles -Original Message

Re: [MBZ] my $78 pawn shop kirby throws fire but keeps on vacuuming

2007-09-13 Thread billr
the edges of some small rugs. I figured that by the time I got things properly set for it I could vacuum with a much stronger vac in about the same time. Your experience might well vary, and the technology might be better now ours was two years ago. BillR -Original Message- From: Gary Hurst

[MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread billr
nothing would engage at all. Mechanic reattached the linkage this morning, but it still will not go into gear. Thoughts on this problem; Thoughts on rebuild vs. finding a used one if this one is gone? Thanks in advance - BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread billr
of a rebuild I'd think very hard about that. If this turns out to be a low $ fixable problem with my 300SD I'm happy with that. BillR -Original Message- From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 14, 2007 10:08 AM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread billr
Thus far all the news from the list is better than my fears. Thanks John. BillR -Original Message- From: John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 14, 2007 11:44 AM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread billr
Not yet, but if I need one [at this point I am not sure] I will. BillR -Original Message- From: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 14, 2007 11:42 AM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread billr
That is not too bad. I was thinking I had been seeing them for $2,800. I just hope Jax is as reasonable as N. Alabama [that is where you are, right?] BillR -Original Message- From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 14, 2007 10:53 AM To: 'billr' [EMAIL PROTECTED], 'Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Transmission toasted

2007-09-14 Thread billr
their mechanical work] and he is going to check their price for me on Monday. Don't think even a 'professional friend discount' will beat Rusty's on the AC, but the transmission could be cheaper done here. Monday will be when I find out. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles on the car

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-15 Thread billr
a tipping point there on not using local for the big stuff. Since this happened at home I have my mechanic to rely on and will follow his suggestions - though I'm very happy to have Rusty as a backup source. BillR -Original Message- From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 14

Re: [MBZ] Outstanding

2007-09-15 Thread billr
for my generator. No complaints thus far - but thus far I have not needed it. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles -Original Message- From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 15, 2007 4:12 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Outstanding

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-17 Thread billr
Rusty - I was not aware of that. I'll take the transmission and the AC compressor. I'll hit your website tonight and do the order. Thanks - BillR -Original Message- From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 17, 2007 10:06 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com

[MBZ] CarFax, please

2007-09-17 Thread billr
Hi Kaleb [or anyone who has a carfax account] - My daughter is looking for a used car and is interested in this one. Carfax appreciated. Thanks - BillR 1C3EJ56H7YN221871 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] CarFax, please

2007-09-19 Thread billr
is looking for either a Voyager or a Corolla [less than $4k]. BillR -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 18, 2007 10:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] CarFax, please So it was leased in 2000, auctioned to a dealer resold less

Re: [MBZ] CarFax, please

2007-09-20 Thread billr
Me, yes; her, no. I have failed as an MB parent... BillR -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 19, 2007 10:32 PM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] CarFax, please billr wrote: At this point she

[MBZ] Fw: Re: CarFax, please

2007-09-20 Thread billr
Kaleb - Don't have your address on this computer. Do you still have Dan's 123LWB?. Guess I should also ask if you have a good vehicle for my daughter and 3 kids [two in car seats[ for @ $3500? I'm thinking transport could be a problem though. BillR -Forwarded Message- From: billr

Re: [MBZ] Fw: Re: CarFax, please

2007-09-20 Thread billr
lol. Well. I like it. He is offering me the 420S for my price. That trips my interst. Bill -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 20, 2007 11:28 AM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fw: Re: CarFax

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

2007-09-22 Thread billr
From my experience of owning one of those beasts [named the anti-christ] I would question the assumption that the good lord had anything at all to do with them. I think you have your directions all wrong as far as Vanagons go... BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD, currently getting a rebuilt

Re: [MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

2007-09-23 Thread billr
I'd be happy to see such. I frequently get interested in a model adn then hear that I should look for one a year or two later because of some design change. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles looking for a reasonable 1996 or later S500 -Original Message- From: LarryT [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Short tool review

2007-01-22 Thread Billr
Usually it is Companion. Now that Sears K-Mart are joined, anybody know it K-Mart will exchange Craftsman tools? BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Sunday, January 21, 2007 6:42 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Quality

2007-01-22 Thread Billr
I'm not sure about that - I suspect there has been more than one of each that could be related to a fine old Benz ... But we probably don't want to go there. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 284k -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John W

[MBZ] Radial engines in altitude and control issues, and an IPAQ wireless connection question

2007-01-22 Thread Billr
with it, or even getting it to sync that way. When cradled I can use it to browse [but why would I want to], but wifeless is a no-go. Any suggestions? I often download my mbz email to read while I am out - quite frustrating when I can only do 'old stuff'. Thanks - BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 284k

Re: [MBZ] OT: IPAQ wireless connection question

2007-01-23 Thread Billr
Me thinks you are combining my last comment about 'MB quality' and wives and kids with this one. I'm not quick enough for all that, but I always use a Compaq. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Zeitgeist Sent: Monday, January 22

Re: [MBZ] OT: IPAQ wireless connection question

2007-01-23 Thread Billr
with a Cassiopeia E-125 the Palm wasn't much, now I understand it is. I'd like to get the wireless to work, but more for something to do than a real need, so I'll put in a few hours on it, then just let it go if I can't get it. Thanks to the list I now have a couple of starting spots. BillR

Re: [MBZ] OT: IPAQ wireless connection question

2007-01-23 Thread Billr
Do you have an exit strategy for withdrawing from IPAQ? Plan ahead. My plan for that is about as solid as his is ... BillR

Re: [MBZ] my 280CE destroyed by gang bangers

2007-01-29 Thread Billr
to the mirror - all the cop wanted was to know who to send the report for insurance], I have been in enough other places to be happy that I am here. To steal a good line, It is the worst imaginable system, except for all the others. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 284k -Original Message- From

Re: [MBZ] my 280CE destroyed by gang bangers

2007-01-30 Thread Billr
Hi Larry - Just for the record, it was Gary who lost the car. My timely arrival back home stopped any major damage to my car [it was years ago, in Indianapolis]. I have also installed motion sensor lights, though I have had no problems here - well, except for a stolen bike BillR

Re: [MBZ] Somebody Did Somebody Wrong....

2007-01-31 Thread Billr
an attorney. There is nothing more expensive than free advice on a legal matter, even from an attorney [because then they are not accountable for the advice, and won't be doing the work to research it]. My 2 cents - but it cost me a lot more. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 284k miles

Re: [MBZ] bought new car

2007-02-02 Thread Billr
Looks like Moose Day is underway. Dwight Giles The Groundhog will be jealous of the Moose trying to steal its day. BillR

Re: [MBZ] COLD!

2007-02-05 Thread Billr
Want me to send you an ice cube come July to remind you? BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 4:37 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] COLD! I am glad I don't try to run my old

Re: [MBZ] '81 300 CD in Jacksonville

2007-02-06 Thread Billr
could get into quicker with a coat hanger than with the keys ... BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 6:58 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] '81 300 CD in Jacksonville i'm

Re: [MBZ] OT - Global Warming rebuttal

2007-02-08 Thread Billr
his working life would allow. I don't recall the figures any more but that one didn't make sense. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Wednesday, February 07, 2007 10:48 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re

Re: [MBZ] argh, Wimmins!

2007-02-09 Thread Billr
I never got into such a contest, but I'm told if I ever do not to agree to a 'no use of hands' rule. We would all lose. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Friday, February 09, 2007 11:08 AM To: Mercedes Discussion

[MBZ] Stopped smoking

2007-02-09 Thread Billr
if the kid decides to abandon it or sell it cheap? BillR -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/gif Size: 145 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070209/3e9744ba

Re: [MBZ] argh, Wimmins! - Valentines suggetions

2007-02-10 Thread Billr
cared more than walking into a store and buying the first card you saw. Good Luck - BillR BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 284k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2007 1:46 AM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] argh, Wimmins! - Valentines suggetions

2007-02-10 Thread Billr
LOLOLOLO Make your choices and have fun. Works for me. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2007 11:59 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] argh, Wimmins! - Valentines suggetions

[MBZ] instrument cluster removal

2007-02-10 Thread Billr
have been too short. How long should they be, and what is the best spot to insert them? Thanks in advance - BillR, Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 284k miles -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/gif Size: 145 bytes Desc

Re: [MBZ] instrument cluster removal

2007-02-10 Thread Billr
Thanks Werner - I had indeed made them too short. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 284k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Werner Fehlauer Sent: Saturday, February 10, 2007 2:07 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] instrument cluster removal

2007-02-11 Thread billr
to let the water stack up and get too deep. It just flows througn into the gulf. Doesn't help with wind, though. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Feb 10, 2007 7:36 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] New Arrival!

2007-02-14 Thread BillR
Georgia has done that right, for sure. My daughter missed out by .2 getting a scholarship [she has dyslexia]. She was on the deans list for 4 years, so did end up with scholarships, but those first years were tough. BillR Jacksonville FL - Original Message - From: Rusty Cullens

Re: [MBZ] WAS Sludge Issues/Warranty Stuff NOW Today's Puzzler

2007-02-15 Thread BillR
Started a fire? [OK, my mechanical skills are limited]. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 284k miles - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 9:26 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] POS SDL

2007-02-18 Thread BillR
Both I and my completely rust free [ok, I did have to have the rust cut out under the rear window], non-oil burning 300SD take offense at that. Air hoses at thirty paces BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 284k miles - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 15, Issue 71 - POS SDL

2007-02-19 Thread BillR
the biggest factor is having a body shop you know you can trust. That I have a good, honest mechanic to take the car to [my nephew] and an honest and capable body shop make life here in Jacksonville much nicer. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 284k miles - Original Message - From

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 15, Issue 71 - POS SDL

2007-02-19 Thread BillR
Bob - Do you mean it never rains and you never wash your car? That is the only source for rust down here - except for those who live several miles nearer the ocean than I do. BillR - Original Message - From: Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 15, Issue 71 - POS SDL

2007-02-19 Thread BillR
I'll give a cheer for that. Mine did spend a year in SC after a long life in CA. BillR - Original Message - From: Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 19, 2007 12:51 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 15, Issue

Re: [MBZ] OT for military types

2007-02-23 Thread BillR
either S. FL or San Diego, where they now are]. They will be moving to Valdez in early Autum with a 1 month old baby, so she will have enough to do also. BillR - Original Message - From: Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday

Re: [MBZ] OT for military types

2007-02-23 Thread BillR
Always a pleasure to discover the depth of experience and knowledge found on the list. Thanks - BillR - Original Message - From: Werner Fehlauer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, February 23, 2007 9:16 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT

Re: [MBZ] AC needed [probably]

2007-02-27 Thread BillR
Thanks Kaleb - I'll let yoiu know as soon as some decisions are made. BillR - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, February 26, 2007 9:47 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] AC needed [probably] Im sure I do

[MBZ] resistance question

2007-02-28 Thread BillR
not come back with the reinstall. Thanks - BillR 1981 300SD 285k miles From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wed Feb 28 04:21:15 2007 Received: from wr-out-0506.google.com ([64.233.184.231]) by server8.arterytc8.net with esmtp (Exim 4.63) (envelope-from [EMAIL PROTECTED]) id 1HMGJW-0005Qk-T4

Re: [MBZ] resistance question

2007-02-28 Thread BillR
Thanks Jim. BillR - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 1:16 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] resistance question On my 1981 300SD what should the resistance read on the glow plugs

Re: [MBZ] A hilarious ad for a 240D Automatic

2007-02-28 Thread BillR
, and will request someone please run it. I will probably go and take a look at it tomorrow - perhaps even with a replacement filter I can't wait to see how the story turns out BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 285k miles - Original Message - From: kevin kraly [EMAIL

[MBZ] 300SD for $250

2007-03-01 Thread BillR
. If I can pull that and put it in my 1981 300SD that would be quite helpful as mine is starting to have more issues than I am happy with. Anyone have knowledge about that? VIN is WDBCB20C3FA094583 I'd appreciate knowing what that shows if someone will run it for me.. Thanks - - BillR

Re: [MBZ] 300SD for $250

2007-03-01 Thread BillR
. BillR - Original Message - From: John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 8:03 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300SD for $250 BillR wrote: VIN is WDBCB20C3FA094583 I'd appreciate knowing what that shows if someone

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