Re: [MBZ] Ghia Martha-ing

2021-09-09 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
It is a double i improvement. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 9, 2021, at 6:53 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks good! > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Sep 9, 2021, at 2:07 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Had a go at cleaning the fuel gauge tonight. P

Re: [MBZ] Poos said he has never seen a 126 seat blown out as bad as that car a couple of days ago. Wait till he sees this

2021-09-09 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
The PO musta died from ass razors or something. AZBob Sent from my iPad > On Sep 9, 2021, at 5:50 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/829838821065320/ > > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > http://www.okie

[MBZ] Who Needs It?

2021-09-12 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Who needs this? > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/d/phoenix-mercedes-1979-classic-300d/7379057161.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 > > --- NOT

[MBZ] Nice 300D

2021-09-12 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Who needs this nugget? Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/d/tucson-1987-mercedes-300d-turbo/7378848653.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623.393.6372 Cell 623-69

Re: [MBZ] OT: Don't see these too often

2021-09-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
In 1973, I was 13. My friend’s father bought a 1968 Squareback even though he had never driven a manual transmission before (he didn’t even get a DL until he was 35). That summer I taught him, his wife and several other people in the neighborhood how to drive a manual in that Squareback. I love

[MBZ] What Are the Straps on the Seats?

2021-09-16 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
What are the straps on the back of the front seats? AZBob Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://yuma.craigslist.org/cto/d/yuma-1978-mercedes-benz-300d/7380947642.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 >

Re: [MBZ] What Are the Straps on the Seats?

2021-09-16 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
>> On Sep 16, 2021, at 9:37 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes >>>> wrote: >>> >>> Interesting. Never seen those before, but they appear to be factory. >>> >>> -D >>> >>>> On Sep 16, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Bob

Re: [MBZ] What Are the Straps on the Seats?

2021-09-16 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
; On Sep 16, 2021, at 9:37 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes >>>>> wrote: >>>> >>>> Interesting. Never seen those before, but they appear to be factory. >>>> >>>> -D >>>> >>>>> On Sep 16, 2021, at 10:11 AM, Bob

[MBZ] OT..Driveshafts: buy new or rebuild it.

2021-09-20 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
The future SIL has his ‘97 2wd 4Runner who’s driveshaft is shot (I drove it the other day and the vibration was scary so I suggested he take it to a reputable shop and dude there said it is shot). So…he is writing up an estimate for a rebuild. I have priced out new: OEM from Toyota, $548 all the

Re: [MBZ] OT..Driveshafts: buy new or rebuild it.

2021-09-21 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
He decided to choose rebuild. Evidently, this shop has a cult-like following among 3rd Gen 4Runner guys all of whom say their rebuilt drive lines are better than anything thing you can buy new. Plus the price was less than $100 more than a new one…which you’d still have to get balanced. AZBob

Re: [MBZ] The job offer

2021-09-21 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Also, will you be expected to be on an electronic leash (answer your work phone) when you are on PTO. AzBob Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 21, 2021, at 1:12 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Good question > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Sep 21, 2021, at 3:10 PM, Andrew Strasfog

[MBZ] Is This a Can’t Lose Opportunity?

2021-09-22 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Is it ever just the fuel pump? AZBob Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/coolidge-2000-320-mercedes-benz/7383525362.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623

[MBZ] A Mog Anyone?

2021-09-22 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
A nice little project, resurrecting a movie star. > >  > Check out this item on OfferUp https://offerup.co/kRRU55MdLjb > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to

Re: [MBZ] BobR got me looking at this site now -- 2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, $1, 495

2021-09-22 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
The other thing interesting are the comical scams posted on Offer Up. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 22, 2021, at 7:34 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Damn you! > > https://offerup.com/item/detail/1264261959 > > -- > --FT > > ___ > htt

Re: [MBZ] Is This a Can’t Lose Opportunity?

2021-09-22 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
On Sep 22, 2021, at 9:35 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Is it ever just the fuel pump? >> >> AZBob >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> >>> >>>  >>> https://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/cto/d/coolidge

[MBZ] A Manual Coupe

2021-09-27 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Don’t see these everyday. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/cto/d/capistrano-beach-1979-mercedes-benz/7385850805.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > Office 623

[MBZ] Slightly OT…RockAuto for Toyota Parts

2021-10-02 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Future SIL’s third gen 4Runner had its radiator split it’s top last night while he was picking up some Jesus Chicken. I’m guessing it was a failed cap, yes? Thinking of replacing thermostat as well since they are so stupid cheap (what else should I be thinking of?). How is Rock Auto? I don’t th

[MBZ] 2002 ML320

2021-10-11 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
since I am not well-versed in ML‘s, what types of questions when I ask this person to find out if we’re looking at the contactor plate issue or if it’s something more grave? I’m still trying to find one as a breathalyzer vehicle for a boy child. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://sand

Re: [MBZ] Okie shop

2021-10-14 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
We need an OkieQ to clean that building out. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 14, 2021, at 4:58 PM, Clay via Mercedes wrote: > > I posted my horde of benz bits on CL for pennies on the dollar. Got a few > hundred bucks for a box truck full of goodies. And that was for parts I had > n

Re: [MBZ] a car for AZ Bob

2021-10-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
They require many doll hairs for that there AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 14, 2021, at 7:41 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://offerup.com/item/detail/5639c1fa-1133-3b8b-8420-712826a3f58b?_branch_match_id=724816604668517065 > > >

Re: [MBZ] A couple other cars I moved out of the shop

2021-10-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I’m still looking for a gasser for breathalyzer boy. Wha cha got? AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 15, 2021, at 9:20 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > At first I thought the timing chain broke but after I pulled the valve cover > I discovered the camshaft sprocket broke loose f

[MBZ] Fwd: 69 220D

2021-10-16 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Interesting AZBob Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: robert.rent...@aps.com > Date: October 16, 2021 at 5:28:27 PM MST > To: azbob...@gmail.com > >  > https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/santa-monica-1969-mercedes-benz-220/7394758674.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nucl

[MBZ] My Kaleb Starter Kit

2021-10-16 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: robert.rent...@aps.com > Date: October 16, 2021 at 5:36:12 PM MST > To: azbob...@gmail.com > >  > https://mohave.craigslist.org/cto/d/chloride-mercedes-benz/7388313702.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 580

[MBZ] My Kaleb Starter Kit

2021-10-16 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://mohave.craigslist.org/cto/d/chloride-mercedes-benz/7388313702.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] I hate organizing

2021-10-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
OKIEQ!! Who else has time off to burn. AZBob Sent from my iPad > On Oct 17, 2021, at 2:50 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I put up one shelving unit and am in the process of organizing filters. I > hate organizing stuff. Once it’s organized, I am great at keeping it that > wa

Re: [MBZ] 59 Mercedes 180 D 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3 Sedan 4D, $7, 650

2021-10-20 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I would love to have one of those to mess around with in retirement. This one is quite spendy, but how difficult is it to source stuff for W120, W121 these days. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 20, 2021, at 6:31 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > wont let me put in right 180 D

[MBZ] Speaking of Pontons

2021-10-20 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/d/cashion-1959-mercedes-190d-w121-diesel/7392239508.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] 1996 W140 S420 - 90k miles - $10,000

2021-10-20 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I am not a grandfather. My children can just take care of themselves never mind another small high maintenance human. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 20, 2021, at 10:13 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > LOL, I'm not even a father, a dog-dad but I don't think that's what you >

Re: [MBZ] AMAZING ON GAS 2007 MERCDES BENZ E 320 BLUETEC - $4, 500 (Orlando)

2021-10-20 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
That would be something to consider if it were closer for breathalyzer boy. I wonder flexible they are on that price. I am an awful negotiator. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 20, 2021, at 9:58 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Pretty color combination. > >> On Wed, Oct 2

[MBZ] Worth a Look??

2021-10-21 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I wonder what could be wrong? What does one bring along to check this out…although it is about an hour away from me. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/eloy-1990-mb300e/7396800892.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801

Re: [MBZ] Worth a Look??

2021-10-21 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
ns. Completely dead? Starter > cranks but engine doesn't fire? etc. > > Could be something as simple as a dead battery, loose coil wire, flakey > transmission neutral switch, blown fuse, etc. > > Allan > > >> On Thu, Oct 21, 2021, at 1:28 PM, Bob Rentfro via Merce

Re: [MBZ] Worth a Look??

2021-10-21 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Let’s see if the guy responds. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 21, 2021, at 11:09 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yes 1990 was before the wiring harness issues. But they can have head gasket > issues. > > Sent from my iPhone > >>> On Oct 21, 2021, at 12:50 PM, mitch--- v

Re: [MBZ] AZBob -- 1998 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML 320 Sport Utility 4D, $1, 000

2021-10-22 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Dang that is far away. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 22, 2021, at 7:30 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Runs and drives no ac or radio shoot me an offer > > Doesn't look too bad and for the money could be a reasonable project with > minimal effort to get sorted, or for a winter b

Re: [MBZ] Turned in my notice

2021-10-22 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Good. figure out what it would take to make you stay if, when you go in to tell them that you’re leaving, they try to throw some money at you. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 22, 2021, at 8:39 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Decided to accept the new job that I got offered.

Re: [MBZ] Worth a Look??

2021-10-25 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
well the guy finally got back with me about an hour ago and said that he took that car to the shade tree mechanic to get a new alternator installed. He started the car drove home and now the car will turn over but will not start. I’m trying to pump him for a little more information but he’s not

[MBZ] Deneal Shilmeister

2021-10-26 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Just saw on the FB where Deneal got the big job. I fondly remember eating hot dogs with him and Mao in Chicago. AZBob Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change deliver

[MBZ] $49.9K

2021-10-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Seller answered my text in eight seconds. I love this. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/costa-mesa-1967mercedes-250sl-stick/7399913157.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 8535

Re: [MBZ] 2000 Mercedes-Benz - $1,300 (Cayce)

2021-10-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
That needs to be closer. That would be a perfect breathalyzer car. AZBob Sent from my iPad > On Oct 28, 2021, at 10:18 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > No, I don't think so. He just sold a Subaru and bought a Honda oddball > hybrid. > > Rick > > Fr

Re: [MBZ] 2000 Mercedes-Benz - $1,300 (Cayce)

2021-10-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
des > wrote: > > On 2021-10-28 14:48, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >> That needs to be closer. That would be a perfect breathalyzer car. > > Fly to Carolina. > Ask Sammich to pick you up, drive you to Cayce and give you a free sub. > >

Re: [MBZ] 2000 Mercedes-Benz - $1,300 (Cayce)

2021-10-28 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
ut hit a deer with it on the highway and > mashed up the front clip. I don't think it was ever repaired either. It was > under a tarp at his house for a long while. > > Randy > >> On 28/10/2021 2:54 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >> I bet he has a vegan option I

Re: [MBZ] 2002 ML320 - $2,300

2021-10-29 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
A contender. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2021, at 8:39 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Breathalyzer car? > > https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/burbank-2002-mercedes-benz-ml-320/7400961646.html > > Allan > ___ > http://www.ok

[MBZ] Renting a Car Trailer from Uhaul.

2021-11-02 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
it’s been about two years I suppose since I’ve rented a car trailer from U-Haul. I believe it was like $65 one way from Tucson to Phoenix. I just checked on the price to rent one in Chula Vista California and come back to Phoenix. $350. Jeezus. AZBob Sent from my iPhone __

Re: [MBZ] Renting a Car Trailer from Uhaul.

2021-11-02 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
>>> On Tue, Nov 2, 2021 at 9:56 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < >>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>> >>>> As others have mentioned, it’s due to the exfiltration of people and >>>> things from the PRK. I can get a car traile

Re: [MBZ] Cars For AZ Bob?

2021-11-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Interesting. I’ve never dealt with an auction before. I do have tomorrow off… AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 4, 2021, at 6:27 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Maybe AZ Dan? > > https://hibid.com/lot/104868424/2003-mercedes-benz-e320 > > https://hibid.com/lot/104361522/2000-mer

Re: [MBZ] Cars For AZ Bob?

2021-11-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I thought getting keys is an issue for these. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 4, 2021, at 7:34 AM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 2021-11-04 10:17, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: >> I didn't read the descriptions. They *may* have keys. > > I opened the E320 in a browser that isn't qui

Re: [MBZ] Cars For AZ Bob?

2021-11-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Maybe I will visit them tomorrow. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 4, 2021, at 10:14 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > There's a ton of cars there, from totalled scrap, to not too bad. > > https://hibid.com/catalog/325904/november-6th---4543-e-university-dr---phoenix--az--85034/

[MBZ] Fwd: Odd ML Interior

2021-11-05 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I don’t think I’ve ever seen that interior in an ML before. AZBob > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/cto/d/phoenix-2001-mercedes-benz-ml-320/7397638367.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 >

[MBZ] Three Pedals on a C Class?

2021-11-06 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Random. AZBob > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/cto/d/phoenix-very-rare-6spd-manual-mercedes/7403917277.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] 300TE

2021-11-06 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I think I may have posted this before. The owner finally got back with me and said that the AC issue is that it’s blowing warm, the blower motor works. And the maintenance work it’s needing is just the typical oil changes and stuff like that. So what specific questions should I ask about this ha

Re: [MBZ] Breathalyzer car

2021-11-06 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Mercury Grandma Keith’s are lucious. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 6, 2021, at 12:25 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > The price is right. > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ > > To

Re: [MBZ] 300TE

2021-11-07 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
bearings, look for a wobbly rear end and thumping noise. > > KE-Jet can be a problem if it's not working right, although generally pretty > trouble free. > > Peter > > >> On Nov 6, 2021, at 10:31 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >> >> I think I may

Re: [MBZ] 300TE

2021-11-07 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
wrote: > > NEw front struts and ball joints probably. No transmission trouble for > another 100k miles anyway. > > If not done, expect to replace links and subframe mounts in the back. > > >> On Nov 7, 2021, at 9:52 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >> >> The

Re: [MBZ] 300TE

2021-11-07 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
drinking. 2nd best option is Uber, Lyft, cab, designated > driver. 3rd best is shoeleather express. > > Rick > > From: Mercedes on behalf of Bob Rentfro via > Mercedes > Sent: Sunday, November 7, 2021 1:31:49 PM > To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] 300TE

2021-11-07 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
>>>> From: Mercedes on behalf of Rick Knoble >>>> via Mercedes >>>> Sent: Sunday, November 7, 2021, 1:55 PM >>>> To: Mercedes Discussion List >>>> Cc: Rick Knoble >>>> Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300TE >>>> >>>&

Re: [MBZ] One For AZ Bob

2021-11-08 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
About 800 miles or so. For some odd reason I have always lusted for a white 240D. AzBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 8, 2021, at 6:26 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Don't know how close this is. > > Doesn't look too bad. Not sure how a breathalyzer deal would interface with >

[MBZ] C for Crap?

2021-11-09 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Historically, what is the fix for “stuck in limp mode”? Is that still the consensus, C is for crap? AZBob Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: robert.rent...@aps.com > Date: November 9, 2021 at 7:43:55 AM MST > To: azbob...@gmail.com > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/cp

[MBZ] Retirement Ride

2021-11-09 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
After 38 years of moving neutrons, I’m calling it quits in March. We had considered traveling alles uber our Country but I am having a hard time convincing Mrs.Bob we should buy Chip’s Prevost. She is leaning more towards getting a new to us vehicle and Air BnB or hotel room it (“you can pay f

Re: [MBZ] Tranny blow tool

2021-11-09 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
With a title like that in the subject, it’s a good thing this isn’t on Banned. AZBob Sent from my iPad > On Nov 9, 2021, at 11:47 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Sweet. Keep us posted on the results. I’m really interested in how much > fluid you get out with this method. > >

Re: [MBZ] Retirement Ride

2021-11-09 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
to have the same level >> of quality as they once did. A fellow on another list that I read has a >> fairly late model Mercedes SUV with the diesel and is experiencing a lot >> of problems. The dealer is unable to repair it because no parts are >> available. He is rather depressed

Re: [MBZ] With all this talk of retirement vehicles...

2021-11-09 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
oh I’m sure he crosses the border into Regina quite often. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 9, 2021, at 8:38 PM, Clay via Mercedes wrote: > > Seven to ten days if you do the border crossing into Regina. Depends on > your lead foot how long it takes to hit the border. Road is well paved i

[MBZ] Transmission Fluid Q

2021-11-10 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Future SIL’s third gen 4runner is leaking transmission fluid out of the back of the transmission were an electrical connection is. The fix is like a $.65 O-ring. Of course to do it you have to drain the transmission fluid out. Of course my reaction is drain the fluid out drop the pan change the

Re: [MBZ] Transmission Fluid Q

2021-11-10 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
or > “T-IV” rated fluid. Neither are FLAPS sort of fluids to the best of my > knowledge. There are aftermarket versions with these ratings but you have to > determine what you’ve got first. > > -D > > >> On Nov 10, 2021, at 11:10 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wr

Re: [MBZ] Transmission Fluid Q

2021-11-10 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
the best of my >> knowledge. There are aftermarket versions with these ratings but you have to >> determine what you’ve got first. >> >> -D >> >> >>>> On Nov 10, 2021, at 11:10 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >>>> wrote: >>> >

Re: [MBZ] With all this talk of retirement vehicles...

2021-11-10 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I seem to recall that. How adventurous were we…. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 10, 2021, at 3:09 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > > We were planning an all Diesel MB trip to the arctic circle IIRC in the > 1990's or early 2000's - we being the members of this forum. Never > happened,

Re: [MBZ] 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 320 Wagon 4D,$3,000

2021-11-11 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
That’s exactly what boy wants/needs. Why are these so far away? Can someone look at it? AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 11, 2021, at 9:13 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > It has "minor cosmetic issues" but you have to guess what they are. > >> On Thu, Nov 11, 2021 at 9:5

Re: [MBZ] 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 320 Wagon 4D,$3,000

2021-11-11 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
That may not be an ask-someone-to-drive-four-hours-total car. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 11, 2021, at 9:29 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > It's like 1.5-2hr up the road from the vast estate > > --FT > >> On 11/11/21 11:18 AM, Bob Rentf

Re: [MBZ] I wonder how much of a turd this is?

2021-11-11 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
That’s kinda cool. Incorrect tail lights, yes? Odd color steering wheel. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 11, 2021, at 9:15 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > 1968 Mercedes 220D > > https://austin.craigslist.org/cto/d/dripping-springs-1968-mercedes-220d/7406680377.html > > > Sent fr

Re: [MBZ] I now own a 116

2021-11-12 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Well done. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 12, 2021, at 5:50 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > Wonderful car, good luck! > > I think the minor cosmetic issues kept the price down, but this will be an > outstanding classic with a bit of sorting. I've had one for a long time

[MBZ] 02 ML, Ohne Cats, Goes Not

2021-11-12 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
you figure about 1200 bucks for cats, and I’m not sure what a key/immobilizer issue is. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > >  > Check out this item on OfferUp https://offerup.co/pbbHkEIT7kb > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okieb

[MBZ] 01ML320

2021-11-12 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
This one appears nice. Is 2001 an okay year? What would a show up with cash in pocket price be you reckon? AZBob Sent from my iPhone > > Check out this item on OfferUp https://offerup.co/NeJH5eGV7kb ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://

Re: [MBZ] 01ML320

2021-11-12 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
not a bad thing. Bun warmers! Nice that they’ve done > engine mounts, as that’s a pig of a job they all need by this time. > > If it checks out I would offer $3500 and see what they say. > > -D > >> On Nov 12, 2021, at 10:07 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] 01ML320

2021-11-12 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
v 12, 2021, at 10:39 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes >>>> wrote: >>> >>> Been sitting there a month? In any case it looks decent, a hitch/lights >>> pkg is easy to install if you want one, these are pretty basic aside from >>> the nannies. Be

[MBZ] Shouldn’t This Command More The $15K?

2021-11-13 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/409872777449195/ 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/listi

Re: [MBZ] Here is a cheap one

2021-11-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I just wish the link was longer. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 15, 2021, at 12:36 PM, RICK HAWKINS via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/303081344970945?ref=browse_tab&referral_code=marketplace_general&referral_story_type=general&tracking=%7B%22qid%22%3A%2

Re: [MBZ] has tow setup but likely bad engine 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R 350 Sport Wagon 4D, $3, 700

2021-11-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I thought these were steer clear of at all costs. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 17, 2021, at 9:27 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > I would consider one of these things for a hauler and road trip vehicle and > this price is not outrageous if the engine is in the Not Bad ran

Re: [MBZ] Gas up 4% since last week

2021-11-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
$3.76 for gas, $3.90 for diesel here in AZ. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 17, 2021, at 7:27 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Pay $3 49 for diesel on Wednesday. That's the lowest price in the area. > >> On Wed, Nov 17, 2021, 9:09 PM mitch--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >

[MBZ] Oh Lord

2021-11-18 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Holy moly. Whenever I see something like this there’s a small part of me that thinks it someone needs to rescue it, kind of like when someone rescues an old dog that is being mistreated. But then I looked at it. Jesus Christ on a bicycle. If he put an OEM Mercedes battery in it, the battery is w

[MBZ] CDI or BlueTec

2021-11-19 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I think we’ve had this conversation before, but I don’t remember what the consensus was. I’m down with the DEF nonsense since I’m still driving the Passat TDI. I just was curious if there’s any one thing that puts one or the other head and shoulders on top. As I continue mulling over what to get

[MBZ] Holy Moly

2021-11-19 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Quite unique AZBob > >  > https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/d/tustin-1995-e250-diesel-speed-mercedes/7409804772.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] OT…Air Bag Light

2021-11-22 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Over the weekend I replaced the blend doors on my 05 Dodge Quad cab. I have one measly screw left over. I somehow managed the break the tilt wheel mechanism. I don’t really care cause I’m a wheel full up guy. The only other hiccup is the air bag light is lit. All the Dodge knuckleheads on line

Re: [MBZ] Retirement biz for AZ Bob

2021-11-22 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
The only trucking I ever did was driving semi grain trucks in North Dakota for a summer in the mid 70s. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 22, 2021, at 8:07 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > For sale: Trucking & Logistics Companylocated in Arizona. Below are some > business highl

[MBZ] Coilovers?

2021-11-23 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
What is the person trying to say? Is that swap a legit thing for someone who doesn’t prescribe to keeping things as designed? AZBob > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/glendale-2002-mercedes-benz-e320-4matic/7411622111.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Inst

Re: [MBZ] Coilovers?

2021-11-23 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
That’s what I figured. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 23, 2021, at 8:07 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Stupid ask for a molested car > > --FT > >> On 11/23/21 9:47 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >> What is the person trying to sa

[MBZ] As Floyd says, “Someone Needs This.”

2021-11-24 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/724659995117321/ > > > > 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

[MBZ] My New Friend

2021-11-25 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
About a half a mile up Villa Nueva away from my house, there’s a mid century slump block rancher with an inordinately large garage and a large, enclosed carport that you access from the backyard off the golf course. In true neighborhood creeper fashion, I’ve known (since about 1990) that this ga

Re: [MBZ] My New Friend

2021-11-25 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
k any of the cheap bastards > on this list will be interested. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 25, 2021, at 12:33 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> About a half a mile up Villa Nueva away from my house, there’s a mid >> century slump

Re: [MBZ] My New Friend

2021-11-25 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
;> I am. >> >> On Thursday, November 25, 2021, 01:57:21 PM EST, Dwight Giles via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> >> we are not all cheap bastards. >> >> On Thu, Nov 25, 2021, 1:54 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wr

Re: [MBZ] OT: How long have you been here? Csn you remember?

2021-11-26 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
1996 I think. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 26, 2021, at 7:33 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yes, charter member of the MBCA Kathy list and the Herr Hitler list. When > was that, about 1996 or 1997? Geez where as the time gone? > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 26, 2

Re: [MBZ] Black Friday

2021-11-26 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
When are you coming back out? AZBob Sent from my iPad > On Nov 26, 2021, at 8:14 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Not really. There was a really good deal on one of those collapsible/folding > ladders at Home Despot I was interested in, but you can’t do a store pickup, > you ha

[MBZ] The Red One

2021-11-26 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Tell me about the red one, Kaleb. 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_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Panzer Wagen

2021-11-27 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Awww…remember Chuck and his W126 “Panzerwagen”? AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 27, 2021, at 8:09 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Something tells me this might be expensive. > > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1V5blRJF_w > > ___ > http://www.ok

[MBZ] Offer $1K Less?

2021-11-29 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Not too bad. Loathe silver, however. AZBob > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/phoenix-2005-mercedes-benz/7413846022.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] Non-Realtor Spec for a Change

2021-11-29 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I have always liked this color combo. Might have to give this one a look. AZBob. > >  > https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/phoenix-mercedes-benz-class-e320/7413274448.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529,

Re: [MBZ] Offer $1K Less?

2021-11-29 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
t; -D > >> On Nov 29, 2021, at 10:10 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Not too bad. Loathe silver, however. >> >> AZBob >>> >>>  >>> https://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/d/phoenix-2005-mercedes-benz/7413846022.h

Re: [MBZ] Non-Realtor Spec for a Change

2021-11-29 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
t; That’s a clone of the youngest son’s car. Always liked it, have offered to > buy it back from him if he ever decides to part with it (unlikely.) > > -D > >> On Nov 29, 2021, at 10:16 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I have always liked this

Re: [MBZ] Old people problems

2021-11-29 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I hope you chose a flavor of prep you dislike because if you choose a flavor you like you will certainly hate it when you are done propelling the liquid out your booty. On the other hand colonoscopies, if compared to the torturous MRIs and the awful biopsies one deals with when dinking around w

Re: [MBZ] Old people problems

2021-11-29 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
M, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> My doctor said the prostate exams are not really needed anymore. I’m not >> sure if he is a quack or what. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>>> On Nov 29, 2021, at 10:34 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Barn find 1976 Mercedes 300D and 220D

2021-12-03 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Nice work, buddy boy. The sound of those makes me feel young. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 3, 2021, at 7:34 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > It probably would have started immediately but the connection at the bleeder > was leaking so it was sucking air. I knew I was not

[MBZ] Nice Cali Specimen

2021-12-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Looks nice. As y’all say, “someone needs this.” AZBob Sent from my iPhone > >  > https://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/cto/d/santee-1984-mercedes-benz-300sd-turbo/7415471740.html > > > Bob Rentfro > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M

Re: [MBZ] Nice Cali Specimen

2021-12-04 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
wrote: > > Somebody tried to make it nice. Unfortunately it has some sort of horrible > aftermarket seat covers. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Dec 4, 2021, at 8:34 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Looks nice. As y’all say, “someone need

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