Re: [MBZ] Another eBay Car For AZ Bob

2022-01-22 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Looks like a forced patina. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 22, 2022, at 10:59 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > >  >> >> I've always wondered what a 190D 2.5l manual would be like to live with. A >> 2.2l manual is pretty okay... > > Ours is OK, but it doesn't drive right. It ha

[MBZ] Who Among Us is in San Diego?

2022-01-23 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/san-diego-2001-mercedes-benz-ml320-low/7435994610.html AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

[MBZ] Should I Go Snatch This Up?

2022-01-25 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
It’s been sitting for three weeks. AZBob > > > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/phoenix-1992-mercedes-300-turbo/7437201809.html > > > > > > > > Bob Rentfro > > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > > Offi

[MBZ] Everyone Needs a Shooting Brake in Their Life

2022-01-25 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Random. Very cool. > AZBob >  > https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/san-diego-1975-lotus-elite/7437048694.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 > > --- NO

[MBZ] Fwd: 1990 300E

2022-01-26 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
This looks tidy. May have to run over and look. Never had a gasser W124. AZBob > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/d/palo-verde-mercedes/7437868398.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Of

[MBZ] Pink Wrap? YAAASSS, Please!!

2022-01-26 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Remember, this isn’t Banned. AZBob > >  > https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/reseda-1978-mercedes-300-cd-for-sale-by/7437961554.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1990 300E

2022-01-26 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I can’t get the clown to answer. Persistence is key. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 26, 2022, at 6:59 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks nice. Def check it out > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Jan 26, 2022, at 2:22 PM, Bob R

Re: [MBZ] Pink Wrap? YAAASSS, Please!!

2022-01-26 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
should be good. > > -D > >> On Jan 26, 2022, at 6:42 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Doesn’t look bad except for the wrap >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>>> On Jan 26, 2022, at 5:36 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >

[MBZ] ‘01 ML320

2022-01-27 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Appealing mileage. The warts it has are not too bad. If it checks out y’all reckon $4K in today’s ridiculous world? Is replacing the oil sensor, fixing the passenger door handle tasks a recovering alcoholic can perform under my guidance? >  > https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/d/long-b

Re: [MBZ] ‘01 ML320

2022-01-27 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
> -D > >> On Jan 27, 2022, at 9:52 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Appealing mileage. The warts it has are not too bad. If it checks out y’all >> reckon $4K in today’s ridiculous world? >> >> Is replacing the oil sensor, fi

[MBZ] Curt Needs This For Camp

2022-01-27 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
>  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/cave-creek-chrysler-sno-runner-rare/7438287306.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 > > --- NOTICE --- > > This m

[MBZ] Today’s D

2022-01-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Here ya go. AZBob >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/d/glendale-1991-mercedes-benz-300d/7438637776.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 > > --- NOTICE

[MBZ] Bwahahaha

2022-01-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Wow. That’s a lot of doll hairs. AZBob >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/phoenix-1985-mercedes-benz-300d/7436133626.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-

[MBZ] CD for Okie Acres

2022-01-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
>  > https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/orange-mercedes-300-cd-car-for-parts/7438452340.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 > > --- NOTICE --- > > This

[MBZ] That’s a Bunch of Miles

2022-01-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Malibu? Random. A vehicle like the unwashed masses would have. AZBob >  > https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/malibu-2000-mercedes-ml320/7438369216.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Offic

Re: [MBZ] Bwahahaha

2022-01-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
ginal just like this one, red with > palomino interior. > Absolutely zero rust, 300D. > I would give it away for only $21,000 , using this guy's logic for value. > >> On Fri, Jan 28, 2022 at 7:28 AM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: &g

Re: [MBZ] Bwahahaha

2022-01-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
; > I hate that term in car ads as much as “unmolested”. > > -D > >> On Jan 28, 2022, at 9:55 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> It’s because Barrett Jackson is in town. Craziness ensues when those clowns >> are here. >> >> AZBo

Re: [MBZ] OT: Curt will need all his snow machines

2022-01-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I can poke my head out the door and look, but I can’t see that far away. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 28, 2022, at 10:01 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Exactly. I want to be able to monitor the Chez Penoff West remotely if > possible. I’ve already got cameras in place bu

Re: [MBZ] OT: Curt will need all his snow machines

2022-01-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Is that a thing still? Kids shoveling drives and walks for money? We always had money as kids; mow in summer, shovel in winter. But, of course, never charge the elderly neighbors. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 28, 2022, at 11:27 AM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > well Fred he

[MBZ] Don’t See These Often - 280SE Euro

2022-01-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Dang… AZBob >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/phoenix-1983-mercedes-280se-euro/7438815278.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 > > --- NOTICE --- >

[MBZ] Divide Price by Half, Kaleb is All Over It

2022-01-29 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
AZBob >  > https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/cto/d/la-mesa-1981-mercedes-benz-300d-w123/7438915226.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 > > --- NOTICE --- > >

Re: [MBZ] Divide Price by Half, Kaleb is All Over It

2022-01-29 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I’m reaching out, but again it’s an email only person. I wonder what ”engine work” means. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 29, 2022, at 7:56 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > That looks really nice > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Jan 29,

Re: [MBZ] Nice W140 for AZ Bob

2022-01-30 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
That looks quite nice. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 30, 2022, at 1:01 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Not on that car, especially i the owner was particular enough to do the > front end on it. Probably the simplest W140 in the lineup. > > -D >

[MBZ] Scam-a-lamma Ding Dong

2022-02-01 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I’d be there if this were real. I may F with these people to see what the scam is. AZBob > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/phoenix-vehicle-is-good-condition/7440295550.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 8

[MBZ] Hahahahaha

2022-02-01 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
It’s twin in Colorado. > >  > https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/denver-certified-master-mercedes-benz/7440174828.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 > > ---

Re: [MBZ] Hahahahaha

2022-02-01 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
My hometown! Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 1, 2022, at 8:30 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > And in Peoria > > https://peoria.craigslist.org/cto/d/peoria-oneowner-94-mercedes-benz-class/7440320494.html > > >> On Tue, Feb 1, 2022, at 9:54 AM,

Re: [MBZ] Hahahahaha

2022-02-01 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
a year, was doing contract work at the Caterpillar parts > depot in Morton. > >> On Tue, Feb 1, 2022, at 10:33 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >> My hometown! >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>>> On Feb 1, 2022, at 8:30 AM, Allan Streib via Merce

Re: [MBZ] Hahahahaha

2022-02-01 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
>> >>> On Tue, Feb 1, 2022, at 12:48 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: >>> Illinois is a good place to be “from” anymore, sadly. >>> >>> -D >>> >>>> On Feb 1, 2022, at 9:14 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebe

[MBZ] People in My Hometown are Strange

2022-02-02 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
‘merica. AZBob >  > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1306766023171061/ > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 > > --- NOTICE --- > > This message is for th

[MBZ] ML Sport v ML

2022-02-03 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
What are the differences ‘tween an ML and and ML Sport, aside from the bumpers? AZBob >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/phoenix-02-mercedes-ml320/7441310961.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S.

Re: [MBZ] Rusty

2022-02-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Have not heard… Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 4, 2022, at 4:50 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > I've heard he might have passed away this week... anyone hear anything? > > Jaime > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] Rusty

2022-02-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
The FB days yes. About four days ago. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 4, 2022, at 5:50 AM, Bob Rentfro wrote: > > Have not heard… > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Feb 4, 2022, at 4:50 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I've heard he might have passed away this week... anyone

Re: [MBZ] Rusty

2022-02-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
McCullen? Sent from my iPad > On Feb 4, 2022, at 2:00 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > >  > What was his last name? I cannot recall it. > > Randy > >> On 04/02/2022 2:34 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: >> No. There are comments on Rusty's FB page though. Sad. He was one of the

[MBZ] If it Were Closer

2022-02-05 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
This would be worth a look, yes? AZBob >  > https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/d/whittier-1981-mercedes/7441931846.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 >

[MBZ] Beautiful, Boring E430

2022-02-06 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Quite nice if not boring. AZBob >  > https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/denver-2002-mercedes-benz-e430-matic/7442268886.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 >

[MBZ] Can’t Send Title

2022-02-06 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I wonder if this would be worth doing one of those Vermont title things for. The owner says there’s no fees with California DMV, we would do a Titleist transfer. That sounds sketchy to me. AZBob > >  > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/355117609782934/ > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Op

Re: [MBZ] Beautiful, Boring E430

2022-02-06 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Everything seems high. It’s annoying. AzBob Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 6, 2022, at 9:30 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Boring colors but nice and low miles, even at that seems high priced to me. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Feb 6, 2022,

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ

2022-02-06 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Since I’m retiring in four days, I am, as the kids say, so down for any Q. Okie, Chowda, both… Guess I better buy something to drive to one. That fella’s E300D is looking pretty good. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 6, 2022, at 7:27 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > There

Re: [MBZ] FB Rant

2022-02-06 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
They are all over out here Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 6, 2022, at 8:13 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > You have a HOA in AZ also? > >> On 2/6/2022 9:11 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: >> Good idea, I like it! >> >> However, if I did something like that the HOA would ha

[MBZ] Any of Us Volvo Savvy?

2022-02-08 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
This peaked the child’s interest. I kinda like these bricks. Thoughts? AZBob >  > https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/larkspur-1986-volvo-240-dl-one-owner/7443074983.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 78

Re: [MBZ] Any of Us Volvo Savvy?

2022-02-08 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
> some electrical issues due to some hackery from a PO but other than that > these things are pretty solid and relatively simple. parts are available. > That seems quite high for 36yo car but if it is in decent condition then > maybe not. > > --FT > >> On 2/8/22

Re: [MBZ] Any of Us Volvo Savvy?

2022-02-08 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Hahaha Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 8, 2022, at 8:02 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > your wellcome > > --FT > >> On 2/8/22 9:40 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >> Thank you for the correction of the correction. >> >> Sent from

[MBZ] Is the Consensus Still “C” Means Crap?

2022-02-08 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Get this bubba to come down a little and this might make a good breathalyzer car. One that his bike could be thrown in the back as a contingency (since I’m not 100% the rehab for addiction is taking…seems like he has swapped booze for weed). (heavy sigh) What, again, is sketchy with these C c

Re: [MBZ] Is the Consensus Still “C” Means Crap?

2022-02-08 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
7;ve looked at a few of the wagons for this vintage and they don't seem bad, > just not as well appointed as our E-class cars. For the application you're > seeking I think it would pass muster. > > -D > ____ > From: Mercedes on behalf of Bo

[MBZ] Nothing Wicked Thick Floor Mats Won’t Cure

2022-02-10 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Ravenous tin worm. AZBob > https://morgantown.craigslist.org/cto/d/fairmont-1983-mercedes-benz-300d-project/7433071020.html > > > > > > Bob Rentfro > > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > > Office 623.393.6372 Cell

Re: [MBZ] 2005 E320 4matic wagon - 160k miles - $5,200

2022-02-10 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
So far away Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 10, 2022, at 6:22 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Might be a decent deal? > > https://southbend.craigslist.org/cto/d/granger-2005-mercedes-matic/7444187154.html > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To

[MBZ] A Project Anyone?

2022-02-12 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Kaleb colors. AZBob >  > https://flagstaff.craigslist.org/cto/d/flagstaff-vintage-1986-mercedes-500se/7443190697.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-695-2072 > > --- N

Re: [MBZ] A Project Anyone?

2022-02-12 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Figurative, it’s in Dan’s backyard. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 12, 2022, at 1:39 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > H > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Feb 12, 2022, at 2:22 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >>

Re: [MBZ] Green 03 ML320 - 115k miles - $7,900

2022-02-13 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Oh my. That’s nice. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 13, 2022, at 1:42 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks nice, low miles. Price seems quite high. No tow hitch. Is that a Check > Engine light on the dash, or something else? > > https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/indianapol

[MBZ] MLCloth Inserts

2022-02-14 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/cto/d/san-bernardino-like-new-2001-mercedes/7445333763.html I don’t think I’ve ever seen cloth inserts like this. What’s the deal? AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okieb

[MBZ] Code Readers

2022-02-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Can one use any old code reader on a 2000 ML? AZBob Sent from my iPhone ___ 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/listinfo/mercedes_

[MBZ] What’s a Fair Price For This Jewel?

2022-02-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
This is “cute” SWMBO said. AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ 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/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] What’s a Fair Price For This Jewel?

2022-02-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
All right…hang on Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 15, 2022, at 5:53 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > First I'll have to consult Carnac on the meaning of the word "this"... > > >> On 2022-02-15 19:47, Bob Rentfro via Merce

[MBZ] The Jewel

2022-02-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/918660195468841/ Sent from my iPad ___ 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/listinfo/merce

[MBZ] CDI or BlueTec

2022-02-20 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I know we’ve had his discussion before (CDI v BlueTec) but I need my mind refreshed, and we are likely, collectively, smarter armed with new information.   Drove the Passat TDI over to San Diego for consultation with the sawbones to set up proton therapy to eradicate my hitchhiker. I managed 40.2 m

Re: [MBZ] CDI or BlueTec

2022-02-20 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
y iPhone > >> On Feb 20, 2022, at 10:15 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >>  >> I know we’ve had his discussion before (CDI v BlueTec) but I need my mind >> refreshed, and we are likely, collectively, smarter armed with new >> information.

Re: [MBZ] CDI or BlueTec

2022-02-20 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Gotta put DEF in the Passat today. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 20, 2022, at 10:20 AM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes > wrote: > > Avoid DEF at all costs. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Feb 20, 2022, at 12:17 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Yep we've ranged from near 60

[MBZ] This is Nice.

2022-02-21 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/phoenix-1989-mercedes-benz-300-se/7447979547.html What is/are the showstoppers for this attractive heap? AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] CDI or BlueTec

2022-02-21 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I saw a 2012 E350 BlueTec, 103k miles, show up at a Subaru dealer here. Ran it to ground and in the process talked to the shop that performed all its services. The dude‘s shop makes its living servicing and repairing Mercedes’. We talked diesels in general and he revealed to me his love of old

[MBZ] 2000 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

2022-02-21 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Check out this item on OfferUp. https://offerup.co/2QoU7fqZPnb Would this be a nightmare to resurrect? Current condition, $1K? $1.25k? AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscr

Re: [MBZ] FB 211 group genius

2022-02-24 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
All these poor souls need is a mentor…someone it teach them and guide them. Perhaps you should step up and be that savior. (Where is the damn sarcasm fairy emoji??) AZBob Sent from my iPad > On Feb 24, 2022, at 6:10 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > “So my 2004 Benz e500 does

Re: [MBZ] I am sick of buying nice cars for SWMBO

2022-02-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Keep her outta my W211. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 28, 2022, at 1:27 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > > Lessons don't work for those for whom the fault is always someone else's. > >> On Mon, Feb 28, 2022 at 1:07 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] GL front bumper replacement

2022-02-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Great birthday gift to herself, eh? AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 28, 2022, at 2:01 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Any tips for dealing with these insurance jerks? It is state farm BTW. > >> On 2/28/2022 1:58 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> Looking like it the

Re: [MBZ] Shop door

2022-03-01 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Isn’t it fire code it has to open outward? Although there are probably no fire codes in Okieland. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 1, 2022, at 7:41 AM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > > Roll up door with a hand operated chain drive to roll it up, instead of > electric. Then if the electric

Re: [MBZ] Shop door

2022-03-01 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
t; if a different code would apply to a non-residential building like a shop >> or garage? >> >> >>> On Tue, Mar 1, 2022, at 11:15 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >>> Isn’t it fire code it has to open outward? Although there are probably >>> no fire co

[MBZ] I Don’t Remember Seeing This

2022-03-01 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/los-angeles-mercedes-300-turbo-diesel/7448140332.html Seems strange. AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery op

[MBZ] I'm Not Familiar With these Gassers

2022-03-02 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/d/tucson-1986-mercedes-benz-300e/7452798276.html With current tags it could not have sat for more than two  years. I wonder if it is worth a look? It is 90 minutes away.  AZBob Sent from Mail for Windows  ___ http://www.okiebenz

[MBZ] Michelin Cross Climate?

2022-03-02 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
The world is nuts. I am shopping tires for my Passat. It appears the only tire available in any Phoenix area Costco for it are Michelin Cross Climates. They look odd. Has anyone experience with these goofy looking things? AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ http://w

Re: [MBZ] I'm Not Familiar With these Gassers

2022-03-02 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
. Annoying. So annoying. AZBob Sent from my iPad > On Mar 2, 2022, at 1:20 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > 1986 is not the best year for W124s. > > -D > > On Mar 2, 2022, at 8:48 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > >  > https://tuc

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Cross Climate?

2022-03-02 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
cents since yesterday > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Mar 2, 2022, at 12:56 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> No experience but Michelin is a decent brand if the price is good I'd say >> buy don't wait. Tire prices track oil prices.

[MBZ] What Would Fix the SRS Message?

2022-03-03 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
This seems nice but what remedies the SRS message? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/640886103691120/ AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery optio

Re: [MBZ] What Would Fix the SRS Message?

2022-03-03 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
ausing it, some sensors unhappy > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Mar 3, 2022, at 1:20 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> This seems nice but what remedies the SRS message? >> >> https://www.facebook.com/marketpl

Re: [MBZ] What Would Fix the SRS Message?

2022-03-03 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
_ > From: Mercedes on behalf of Bob Rentfro via > Mercedes > Sent: Thursday, March 3, 2022 1:19 PM > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Cc: Bob Rentfro > Subject: [MBZ] What Would Fix the SRS Message? > > This seems nice but what remedies the SRS message? > >

[MBZ] W124 Coupe

2022-03-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/scottsdale-1989-mercedes-coupe-for-sale/7452593304.html Should I be running away from this? I see the headlight wipers are gone, but would it be an option for breathalyzer boy? Are the windows the dealbreaker on these? AZBob Sent from my iPad __

Re: [MBZ] W124 Coupe

2022-03-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:> https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/scottsdale-1989-mercedes-coupe-for-sale/7452593304.html> > Should I be running away from this? I see the headlight wipers are gone, but would it be an option for breathalyzer boy? Are the windows the dealbreaker on t

Re: [MBZ] Bosch K-Jetronic – Part 1, The Basics

2022-03-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
That explains that dark magic well. AZBob Sent from my iPad > On Mar 4, 2022, at 8:03 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://tasteslikepetrol.net/2020/02/bosch-k-jetronic-basics/ > > -- > --FT > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search l

Re: [MBZ] One For AZ Bob

2022-03-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
That’s a nice one. Sent from my iPad > On Mar 4, 2022, at 2:23 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > I would be all over this one. > Just make sure the intake manifold has been upgraded. There was a TSB or > recall for that. > > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/scottsdale-2003-

[MBZ] 1997 Mercedes E320 for Kaleb

2022-03-05 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/glendale-1997-mercedes-e320/7454067475.htmlSent from Mail for Windows Right in your wheelhouse, buddy boy. AzBob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or cha

Re: [MBZ] Might be a scam? TD -- Air in the fuel lines so it doesn’t run rn need it gone asap 1984 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300 D,$2,500

2022-03-05 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I think it’s cool how they decided to sell it at the exact point it has 123456 miles on it (insert sarcasm fairly emoji here). AZBob Sent from Mail for Windows From: Floyd Thursby via MercedesSent: Saturday, March 5, 2022 7:39 AMTo: Mercedes Discussion ListCc: Floyd ThursbySubject: [MBZ] Might be a

[MBZ] Probably an Easy Fix, Yes?

2022-03-05 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/253317560342955/ I feel I did this job on the white W210 I sold to Kaleb. Should I pick this up next week when I’m in San Diego? AZBob Sent from Mail for Windows  ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] Gas prices and when will they affect used car prices

2022-03-05 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Diesel hit $4.59 here. Many sellers are resurrecting old ad phrases like “good on gas’ or “gas saver” in their adds when listing their over-priced, clapped out Asian shitboxes.  We carp about this but we will pay what we have to pay. I just make sure I keep things full in the outside chance we sudd

Re: [MBZ] Craig

2022-03-07 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Damn. Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 7, 2022, at 4:05 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > > No, it wasn't posted here - thanks for letting us know. Our thoughts and > prayers are with Craig - it's going to be rough for him. > >> On Mon, Mar 7, 2022 at 5:13 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < >> merc

Re: [MBZ] Craig

2022-03-08 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I realize no one gets out alive, but I have had a spate of six retired work associates pass in the space of seven days. AZBob Sent from my iPad > On Mar 8, 2022, at 8:56 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > That is awful. I had noticed that we hadn't heard from him lately. > > Any

Re: [MBZ] Perfect Car for AZ Bob's Son?

2022-03-08 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
That looks nice. Better reach out tomorrow before the valiums kick in. Boy is working full time at an Old Chicago and making decent money…at the moment AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 8, 2022, at 10:47 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > It looks like a really nice car for wh

Re: [MBZ] A story AZ bob and other might find interesting

2022-03-09 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
If we had built all the nuclear plants that got shelved in the 70s, 80’s we’d be in good shape. Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 9, 2022, at 11:27 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I am driving from Little Rock to Ft Smith today and pass by the ol’ nuke > plant next to I40 which rem

Re: [MBZ] Perfect Car for AZ Bob's Son?

2022-03-10 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
So this owner finally answered me and the display on the dash doesn’t work at all. Is that a deal breaker? So he’s going by the mileage on the title he told me. AZBob Sent from my iPad > On Mar 9, 2022, at 9:20 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > There are a plethora of old chi

Re: [MBZ] Perfect Car for AZ Bob's Son?

2022-03-10 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I was thinking the same thing. Sent from my iPad > On Mar 10, 2022, at 11:07 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Walk away. If they left something that important out of the description they > can’t be trusted. > > -D > > >> On Mar 10, 2022, at 1

Re: [MBZ] Diesel fuel

2022-03-10 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
My ‘14 Passat SEL TDI managed 39.9 on the way to San Diego. Driving around SD (where diesel is north of $6 today) I’ve managed 32. After this round of MRIs and CTs, we will head back to AZ. I expect 41 to 42. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 10, 2022, at 10:21 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Auto Parts Idiots

2022-03-12 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I have routinely went to those joints for Toyota parts for SILs 4runner and some stuff for my pickup unless it’s Cummins related…then it’s Gino’s Garage. Anything MB was 99% obtained online. Jabba, Rusty, among others. I have been getting brave and utilizing the Large Wimmen for many automotive

[MBZ] OT, Jetta Oil Light

2022-03-13 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
SWMBO and youngest daughter were out running around in the 2014 Jetta 1.8 SE (110k, well serviced from new by me) this morning. Drove down to the NASCAR madness (daughter’s dance studio was performing), about 10 miles then sat in the parking lot for a bit with the engine running. After ten minut

Re: [MBZ] Out for Delivery?

2022-03-13 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
The Large Wimmin drivers can deliver things to me inside my garage with my garage door is closed. Some packages they deliver that way and some packages they don’t. I was out in the driveway the other day messing around with the garage door up, and the Amazon guy showed up and said he had a packa

Re: [MBZ] OT, Jetta Oil Light

2022-03-13 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
rfreight.com/engine-oil-pressure-test-kit-62621.html > > >> On Sun, Mar 13, 2022, at 3:57 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >> SWMBO and youngest daughter were out running around in the 2014 Jetta >> 1.8 SE (110k, well serviced from new by me) this morning. Drove down to >

Re: [MBZ] OT, Jetta Oil Light

2022-03-13 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
 From: Allan Streib via MercedesSent: Sunday, March 13, 2022 1:21 PMTo: Mercedes Discussion ListCc: Allan StreibSubject: Re: [MBZ] OT, Jetta Oil Light https://www.harborfreight.com/engine-oil-pressure-test-kit-62621.html  On Sun, Mar 13, 2022, at 3:57 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:> SWMBO

Re: [MBZ] OT, Jetta Oil Light

2022-03-13 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
.  On Sun, Mar 13, 2022, at 6:07 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:> So it seems if the yellow oil can light comes on and stays on it’s level related. If it comes on and flashes, it’s sensor related.> The light did not come back on after the drive home. All the connections to the sensor ar

Re: [MBZ] The Villages, FL Has Flat Tow Package Value $2500. 2009 Smart Fortwo BRABUS Cabriolet 2D, $9, 850

2022-03-14 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
People who live in The Villages are, for the most part, crazy and promiscuisus…or so I’ve heard. AZBob Sent from Mail for Windows From: Andrew Strasfogel via MercedesSent: Monday, March 14, 2022 10:39 AMTo: Mercedes Discussion ListCc: Andrew StrasfogelSubject: Re: [MBZ] The Villages, FL Has Flat To

[MBZ] $6K Repair or Different Vehicle

2022-03-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Youngest’s 2014 Jetta, 1.8 T, 121K miles, had the red oil pressure alarm come in the other day after she had driven it about ten miles and then let it idle in a parking lot for about ten minutes. As soon as the alarm came in, she shut it off and called me. At that point she had her things to do so

Re: [MBZ] $6K Repair or Different Vehicle

2022-03-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
working off of. -D On Mar 17, 2022, at 6:40 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: Youngest’s 2014 Jetta, 1.8 T, 121K miles, had the red oil pressure alarm come in the other day after she had driven it about ten miles and then let it idle in a parking lot for about ten minutes. As soon as the alarm c

Re: [MBZ] $6K Repair or Different Vehicle

2022-03-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
out considering the repair cost? That’s the point of reference I would be working off of.> > -D> > On Mar 17, 2022, at 6:40 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote:> > Youngest’s 2014 Jetta, 1.8 T, 121K miles, had the red oil pressure alarm come in the other day after she had driven it

Re: [MBZ] $6K Repair or Different Vehicle

2022-03-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
:47 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: <4209759D50B8452CBC599ADAFCFF910E.png> Sent from Mail for Windows From: dan penoff.com via MercedesSent: Thursday, March 17, 2022 3:43 PMTo: Mercedes Discussion ListCc: dan penoff.comSubject: Re: [MBZ] $6K Repair or Different Vehicle What’s the

Re: [MBZ] $6K Repair or Different Vehicle

2022-03-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
6K Repair or Different Vehicle> > What’s the car worth without considering the repair cost? That’s the point of reference I would be working off of.> > -D> > On Mar 17, 2022, at 6:40 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote:> > Youngest’s 2014 Jetta, 1.8 T, 121K miles, had the red

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