My 240D has two of these problems. The ignition prob. turned out not to be
the tumbler (yes, I replaced with a new one), rather apparently the column
locking mechanism. I've yet to get around to dripping some sort of oil into
there to hopefully help it.
The starter on mine is intermittent
Yes! That seems a very reasonable solution! What gets me is that in my Saab,
the ignition is down there. Yeah it's nice to be different, but the junk
that can fall into there... The kicker is that my dealer-installed sunroof
drips slightly and guess where it drips down into?
Brian
83 240D
84
But would it be worth doing all the crack? Seriously though, jesting aside:
One of the things that I was most surprised about when I began to
investigate an older Mercedes was how affordable they were. Not having had
any specific interest in them in the past, I always assumed that even an old
, then getting ready to
head out and work some more.
Brian Chase wrote:
Thanks, Craig. Actually I did attatch the picture, but it was
automatically
put on hold by kalebministrator's system because the picture size was
too
big. He must be out hunting for parts, so I'll make a smaller version
and
retry
Since aluminum is the topic of the moment, I do believe I had some TRW
forged aluminum pistons installed as part of the rebuild of my 440 c.i. V8.
They would take some heat, wouldn't they?
Brian
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never seen a piston that
wasn't aluminum ---
On 3/4/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Since aluminum is the topic of the moment, I do believe I had some TRW
forged aluminum pistons installed as part of the rebuild of my 440 c.i.
V8.
They would take some heat, wouldn't they?
Brian
Since I'm sitting around this Saturday night, I'm going to ask a question
I've been wondering about:
I have a gmail account and I think I might like to switch my Mercedes list
to it and away from this hotmail account. Acting as catalyst is the fact
that my other hotmail account, which I have
To answer Craig's question: I admit I had a helper to take the photo. We
were anticipating the shot for a hundred miles or two as we trekked across
the states. The wife even took some preliminary shots. (distracted her from
the pot-shots she usually takes). I was prepared to pull off onto the
Allright, now it's getting late, I've walked the dogs, the wife is out of
town, and I've had a few beers. So I have the courage to ask:
I notice many listers speak of how tight and great the 124s handle. Can I
just say that driving my 123 is like piloting a pontoon compared to driving
my 84
The seller wrote:
Inside, the car feels fresh and inviting.
and pulls hills easily with passengers aboard. The transmission shifts
properly, and downshifts with a dab of your toe for accelerating past slower
vehicles (!).
Holy cats, this guy is, how you say, on crack. The thing pulls hills?
Actually the picture will probably be stripped, won't it?
Brian
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Unique odometer reading
Date: Sat, 4 Mar 2006 11:59:13 -0700
On Sat, 04 Mar 2006 10:45:55 -0700 Brian Chase
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Actually the picture will probably be stripped, won't
Allright, LT Don, I've been out driving around for over a month since you
posted your odometer picture, just so I could match ya. And my picture
quality is better. And I live in MN, not IA. So there.
Brian
83 240D
From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Allright, LT Don, I've been out driving around for over a month nonstop
since you posted your odometer picture, just so I could match ya. And my
picture quality is better. And I live in MN, not IA. So there.
Brian
83 240D
ready to get out of the car
From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Reply-To:
Thanks.
If PA taxes higher than some, I wonder what MD taxes. When I lived in
Northern MD (about 1 mile from the PA border) we noticed a marked difference
in the quality of the roads once we would cross over into PA (the roads were
in worse condition in PA). I was told that this was because
Yes, to me, that is the most basic concept at work here. I was saying that
the other day. Why on earth would they lower the prices once it has been
well-established that we will continue to buy just as much at the higher
prices?
I liken it to cigarettes. It's hard to believe what they're
It's good to get an actual number on this subject (c. 140k). Don't worry, I
won't quote you, but does anyone else concur with this vital bit of
information regarding Auto Tranny life?
Brian
83 240D
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Question: Is the auto tranny an issue in the Coupes specifically? (not sure
why it'd be peculiar to the Coupe, - just asking). Or is this common in a
lot of auto tranny 300Ds?
The 300 CD we looked at in AZ had shifting issues too. He said it was
slipping, but the dealer fixed it. Later, he
I'm sure this has been covered before, so bear with me, but does anyone
think that diesel will go back to being cheaper than gas? Or are we doomed
to pay more from now on? Has there been some special tax applied to diesel?
Why is it so much more now?
Brian
83 240D
From: Anthony Galioto
whats happening in the USA but recently the prices of diesel and
regular gas have been about the same here in Winnipeg. Was not the case for
quite a while.
Randy B
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PM, Brian Chase wrote:
Question: Is the auto tranny an issue in the Coupes specifically?
(not sure
why it'd be peculiar to the Coupe, - just asking). Or is this
common in a
lot of auto tranny 300Ds?
Same tranny.
Johnny B.
I Mac Therefore I am
Good info. I'd wondered about the auto trannies in these autos. Didn't know
if they were good or bad or somewhere inbetween. This is the main reason I
love the peace of mind of a standard. My 727 Torqueflite auto, though, is
known in the biz as bulletproof. Why am I getting rid of that car
Yes, the ubiquitous axed.
What gets me these days is how most people daren't use the word me because
they think it is improper or sounds dumb. Ex: The officer gave directions to
Joe and I. Listen for it. It also gets me when people don't use the long e
sound when using the word the before a
True enough. Maybe I'll fashion a cover for it.
Maybe a lot of things. I'm tiring of this auto presenting me with problems.
I'm ready to start enjoying it. Anybody have any idea why the new tumbler
from the dealer looks different and doesn't fit? It is made for this
specific VIN afterall.
Yes, the new key does operate the old one. So the thing is keyed correctly.
The tumbler just wouldn't fit in the hole. I was sitting next to the guy
that was trying to install it, so I cannot say with absolute certainty that
it won't fit. I will try it again.
Brian
83 240D
From: Peter
Yup. I've been past that for a while now. Review to my last post on the
subject. Thanks.
Brian
83 240D
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Sticky ignition lock
Date: Mon,
/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Respectfully, I'd submit that the bike trails can be used for
transportation
too. If I can do it in Minnesota year round, a lot of other people could
too. However, most people wouldn't be caught dead on a bicycle - that's
for
kids and losers. I do
Yup. You're right. A lot of people can't do it. My wife's with you. As a
medical professional, she can't really do it either, although I'm sure they
do have showers available to them. It would take time and hassle though. And
she'd have to pack her suit in a backpack and get it wrinkled.
Haven't gotten any response to my post questioning whether the ignition
locking problem is caused by the tumbler as opposed to the locking mechanism
in the column, but I must continue to question that. It seems that everyone
is convinced replacing the tumbler will solve it, but could it not be
Gotcha. Cool. This summer my wife bought an old Sears bike for some $150 and
found out it might be worth like $500. No basket though. Does have the
Safety Club sticker on it. And headlight.
Brian
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Very good.
But what is the Switch that you refer to? I assume it is the assy. that the
tumbler seats into (and what the screwdirver, or other, would insert into to
turn it to start)?
Brian
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Since I didn't get any laughs, I wonder if my post describing my recent
experiences with unsticking my stuck ignition made it through. Maybe the
post was too long and lost peoples' interest. The funniest thing is that
it's all true. Any thoughts on filing or drilling out a second notch into
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] No starter response
Date: Sun, 26 Feb 2006 20:41:14 -0500
On Feb 26, 2006, at 4:59 PM, Brian Chase wrote:
Thanks for concise info.
So, when
looking for
a hilly place to park so I could roll start. My car's starter gave me
nearly a YEAR of warning, it'd stay on a little too long, then sometimes
would pull your trick and then for a month it'd be fine...
-Curt
Date: Sun, 26 Feb 2006 00:37:04 -0700
From: Brian Chase [EMAIL
I just discovered the joys of the plastic-headed key. The one I just bought
broke on me. It was at night, and I assumed the metal of the key had broken.
Later I realized that the metal does not extend up into the bulk of the
handle. Real smart.
Also, it seems that my driver's door is not used
So, if not very sensitive to rpms, are they sensitive to load? Not so much
referring to the weight carried in the car, or the terrain, but I'm talking
about whether you stab the accelerator vs. letting the rpms gradually climb?
Brian
83 240D
From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Reply-To:
Guys, I'm in the same boat - but - it seems that the problem is not the
tumbler, rather the thingie that causes the column to lock (a rod is it?)
I bought and attempted to install a new tumbler. It is a different body
though, and didn't seem like it would fit. Will have to see if dealer will
Respectfully, I'd submit that the bike trails can be used for transportation
too. If I can do it in Minnesota year round, a lot of other people could
too. However, most people wouldn't be caught dead on a bicycle - that's for
kids and losers. I do realize that not everyone has the capability of
the headrests, and probably a few outside the car as a courtesy to
pedestrians.
-Dave Walton
94S350, 99E300
On 2/25/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Okay, why didn't anyone tell me there's no cigarette lighter in these
things? this means no cel phone plug.
Brian
83 240D
taking I-80 thru Iowa? Several of us live around it.
On 2/25/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Went beyond Denver to North Platte Nebraska. Sick of driving. 240 still
functioning great, although while stuck in nasty Colorodo Springs
traffic,
I
noticed a faint scraping sound when I'd
for full combustion temps to be reached.
Just my vista from a cheap old Benz
On Friday, February 24, 2006, at 11:11 PM, Brian Chase wrote:
Here's a topic you old timers can relate to:
Is it common for these diesels to be sluggish when cold? This morning
it seemed the thing was less peppy than
] Cigarette Lighter?
Date: Sat, 25 Feb 2006 23:26:49 -0600
you should probably buy a new ash tray then, I have plenty.
Brian Chase wrote:
Ha! That's choice.
It seems the PO tore out the lighter. I saw in the owner's manual a
drawing
of it. It's gone. The PO apparently had a fetish with tearing
Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
There are a couple in the Ames / Des Moines area (about an hour east /
southeast) of me.
On 2/25/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Shoot. I was so determined to get home tonight that I didn't think
of
that.
But I only knew of LT Don in Iowa
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Morning sluggishness
Date: Sat, 25 Feb 2006 22:24:54 -0500
On Feb 25, 2006, at 10:01 PM, Brian Chase wrote:
In fact, that's not the only inconsistency: The mileage suffered,
falling from the high of 32.6 to around 25 on the next two
Another issue!
We took the 240 out to the pub tonight, and when I jumped in to start it I
got zero response when I tried to engaged the starter.
I glowed like normal, then turned the key to start and nothing. This was
repeated another time or two, then the next time - success - the starter
Thanks for concise info.
So, when the thing wants to be put in neutral, and perhaps jiggled, this is
related to the starter solenoid? Okay. Will look toward getting a reman
starter.
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To: Mercedes Discussion
Okay, why didn't anyone tell me there's no cigarette lighter in these
things? this means no cel phone plug.
Brian
83 240D
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Went beyond Denver to North Platte Nebraska. Sick of driving. 240 still
functioning great, although while stuck in nasty Colorodo Springs traffic, I
noticed a faint scraping sound when I'd let out the clutch to start off in
first. Any ideas?
Brian
83 240D
]
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Cigarette Lighter?
Date: Fri, 24 Feb 2006 22:35:03 -0800
Have you opened your ash tray yet? It should reside just forward of
your shifter.
On 2/24/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Okay, why didn't anyone tell me there's no cigarette lighter in these
things
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hello from Santa Fe
Date: Fri, 24 Feb 2006 12:36:57 -0500
On Feb 24, 2006, at 12:14 PM, Brian Chase wrote:
We got, if I recall, some 34.6 MPG over some hilly terrain,
34.6mpg? You should have no problem selling it on e-bay with that
kind of fuel mileage
Here's a topic you old timers can relate to:
Is it common for these diesels to be sluggish when cold? This morning it
seemed the thing was less peppy than the night before (insert your quips
here). Was almost scarry trying to take off in traffic - I think it was
almost floor-boarded and I
Didn't see a hole - just what looked like a three prong outlet type array of
slits (on left side). Will look this morn.
Brian
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Cigarette
I actually drove the thing today. Shifts real hard and with a jerk. I would
envy that type of shift in my musclecar, but with this auto, it seems to
indicate a problem? Or something not as it should be? I told him to check
the fluid, and it was below the second mark. It took a couple seconds to
Driving around here in Tucson, I spotted an '82 CD for sale. I caught the
owner as he came out of his jewelry shop. He says he is very interested in
selling quickly to make room in his garage.
The thing looks real nice - light tan, clean from what I saw. Said the
tranny was slipping but he
if applied
while you are where it is warm.
Randy B
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Subject: [MBZ] The time has come (again)
Flying out tomorrow (if temps are not too low
Flying out tomorrow (if temps are not too low to fly) to retrieve the 240D.
Will be flying into Phoenix, speding some time there, then head down to
Tucson where the auto awaits. Will be driving around, enjoying a little
vacation in my home town, and then will drive back to MN, with grease gun
When I holed my aluminum pan on the big war wagon, I had it welded, and it's
held for like fifteen years now. It would seem that if aluminum could handle
it, steel could. Maybe go for the cheaper option?
Brian
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No joke? A new oil pan for $30? I'd have expected 8 times that. I should get
one just in case. Or better yet, I'd like to fashion a skid plate.
Brian
83 240D
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Yep, it's the tappita sound. Initial thought, before I considered that it
is probably overhead cam, was that it was lifters not getting oil right
away. At any rate, it sounds like something is not getting oil right away,
as the sound fades out in about 1 - 3 seconds.
I think that the dealer
That sounds interesting - your priming technique. Do you mind if I ask for
some reiteration? After you remove the fuel return line, you are saying that
you place an air hose in the fuel filler neck (as in where you stick the
diesel nozzle at the gas station), and wrap a rag around it to seal,
Your'e kidding. Wow. I didn't look at the link yet, but that's shocking to
me - taxpayers picking up health care insurance for these employees. Doesn't
seem right at all. I'll chime in here with my opinion since everyone else
is:
I've heard a lot of anti WalMart talk lately in certain
, 11 Feb 2006 12:53:38 -0800
Brian Chase wrote:
where one shops seems to say something about them.
This speaks to the emerging classism that may be replacing racism in
this country IMHO.
The only part of that statement I'd take issue with is emerging. It's
*always* been a myth that America
in a while with 303 Aerospace
protectorant
Just showing signs of wear, but never make that funky noise or skip. Make
sure you have no wax on your windshield/Tom
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Sent: Saturday, February 11, 2006 3:56 PM
Subject: [MBZ
Good info. By gear wrench, you are referring to a ratchet, as in socket
wrench? May sound like a simple question, but just making sure you aren't
talking about a flat wrench (as in box end/open end) with a ratchet
mechanism. By the sounds of it, the clearance in there is so little that a
You know, I gotta say that I have long wondered if I should be using one of
these oil additives. They sound so great. (Like ProLong, Slick 50, and the
like. There's one that I'm forgetting, the infomercial for which I just love
- has me convinced ever time). I just wish I could try them out on
You will be able to tell this question comes from someone who hasn't put in
many miles in their 240D yet:
Regarding the oil filter: There is a remote, drop-in-element type filter,
correct? I thought it was mounted on the firewall. Am I incorrect? Are there
two oil filters - a remote one, and
Oop, that will be confusing. I meant to say the mechanic says there is a
leak at the OIL filter housing gasket, not a fuel leak like I mistakenly
wrote in my previous post.
Brian
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: Re: [MBZ] Oil filter leak
Date: Thu, 9 Feb 2006 12:33:24 -0800 (PST)
Brian,
Leaks are common at that point. Most can be eliminated by simply
tightening the allen bolts holding the oil filter housing to the block.
The gasket is simple to replace if necessary.
Good Luck,
Bruce
Brian
Maybe this is why the indie quoted me some $160 to do it. In the same
conversation he said it was easy to do. Hmm. I think he just didn't want to
mess with it. Hopefully the leak is slow and perhaps can be made slower by
tightening. I wouldn't think the paper gasket would be too susceptible to
Aww. Nice to hear all of ya waxing eloquent as you recount your introduction
to Benzes. It inspires me to re-post this little tale that I posted a few
weeks back.
- snip - ... reminds me of the way a certain exceedingly anal and superior
woman customer at the service station I used to work at
Hi Joe,
I actually don't have much help to offer (rather new myself) but your post
just reminds me of where I was not long ago. We wish you the best in finding
that 240 you desire. I found that looking on AutoTrader.com and the like
quite useless (most are overpriced, some seemed real shady -
Yep, the diagnosis was head gasket. This indie is not very talkative and we
have never met face to face. So he says it was a head gasket, so I just have
to be satisfied with that. He's the kind of guy that won't offer any more
information than he has to. In fact he didn't call us to let us know
Okay, I'm told by the indie that I need new CV boots, and thus, the joints
should be replaced (or half shafts too?). I think they all come and go
together right? Anyway, the deal is that the boots on one side are torn and
the other boots are cracked. He said that if I intend to keep the car I
Ah. Key info. I often wonder which might be the most vital tools to include
in an emergency kit. I'll make belt replacement tools part of my kit.
Brian
83 240D
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To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: [MBZ] 240D Belt Problem
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] 12 Cyl 600S?
Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2006 19:06:36 -0800
On 1/29/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Fanciers, I was in Minneapolis tonight to hit a party at First Avenue,
and I
walked past an interesting Benz: From
Cool! I have special original Mercedes wheels.
Brian
83 240D
From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Subject: [MBZ] nice 240D manny
Date: Sat, 28 Jan 2006 12:03:05 -0600
Place two box fans near your head, turn to high speed and call me after a
good night's sleep. Side effects may include your house being robbed without
your noticing.
Brian
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Fanciers, I was in Minneapolis tonight to hit a party at First Avenue, and I
walked past an interesting Benz: From the late '80s or early 90's by me
estimation. Long wheelbase. Didn't pay much attention 'til I saw the
uncharacteristic V12 emblem on the side (I think behind the rear passenger
On Crack.
Brian (couldn't resist)
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Subject: [MBZ] 2 manny tranny cars firesale
Ah! Thanks Peter. This version of things fits my situation best, so I'll
rest in it. Thanks to all who supplied input and if anyone else has
insights, send 'em along.
Oh, do you mind telling who assured you thus?
Brian
83 240D
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its supposed to come with an extra key, should have ordered from rusty.
Brian Chase wrote:
Is this in keeping with your experince, list? I received my new ignition
tumbler today (c. $85). The guy told me it is coded to my existing
key, but said it would come with a key included
Kaleb from now on.
Brian
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Got Tumbler but no Key
Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2006 19:12:07 -0600
bt, wrong
Brian Chase wrote:
ARRGG
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Got Tumbler but no Key
Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2006 18:24:03 -0600
its supposed to come with an extra key, should have ordered from rusty.
Brian Chase wrote:
Is this in keeping with your experince, list? I received my new
ignition
tumbler today (c. $85). The guy
As soon as I read a certain one of those responses, I recognized it as a
scam. I tried to sell my truck on CraigsList and some guy with very bad
English (much like the message in question here) tried to get me to pay
(using his check) the guy that he would send to pick up my vehicle.
When my
Pic didn't show up for me. What was the unique mileage?
I remember when my Sportie turned 40k, I pulled over, let my dog (90 lbs
worth) out of his riding compartment, and took a pic with the two of them.
Brian
From: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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odometer reading
Date: Sat, 21 Jan 2006 05:17:41 +
Odometer reads 123456.
On 1/21/06, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Pic didn't show up for me. What was the unique mileage?
I remember when my Sportie turned 40k, I pulled over, let my dog (90 lbs
worth) out of his riding compartment
'Preciate the concise info. Actually my deal is that I ordered a lock
cylinder (coded to my VIN) and was told by the rep that it would come with a
key too (obviously also coded to my VIN) I paid some $85 for this. It did
not come with a key. Just the cylinder was sent. I called him and asked
, at 9:50 PM, Brian Chase wrote:
As soon as I read a certain one of those responses, I recognized it
as a scam. I tried to sell my truck on CraigsList and some guy with
very bad English (much like the message in question here) tried to
get me to pay (using his check) the guy that he would send
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Got Tumbler but no Key
Date: Sat, 21 Jan 2006 13:05:31 -0500
Brian Chase wrote:
Is this in keeping with your experince, list? I received my new ignition
tumbler today (c. $85). The guy told me it is coded to my existing
key, but said it would come with a key
There may not be any patience left for this question, but Marshall, were the
cylinder/key combos that you are speaking of coded to your VINs? Or not.
Dave, I bought it from Maplewood Imports near St. Paul, MN.
Brian
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I've been seeing this SE or SD sitting at a small dealership for several
weeks. Today I stopped in so I could let yall know what it was. The
windshield sticker says its an 89. Its a 450 SEL. Odo reads 128k. The price
on the windshield is c $2500.00. Before anyone gets excited, it is in sort
of
-0600
Where's it located?
Thanks,
Tom Hargrave
256-656-1924
www.kegkits.com
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Subject: [MBZ] 89 SEL for sale
I've been seeing this SE
:00PM -0700, Brian Chase wrote:
windshield sticker says its an 89. Its a 450 SEL.
My not so great recollection would make that a 420 SEL or a 560 SEL, unless
european or the wrong year...
K
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Is this in keeping with your experince, list? I received my new ignition
tumbler today (c. $85). The guy told me it is coded to my existing key,
but said it would come with a key included for that price. But it did not
come with a key.
Called him, he said, oh, the deal where it's coded to
to
240D performance.
Brian
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Deep Sump clearance
Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2006 22:38:21 -0500
On Jan 18, 2006, at 6:48 PM, Brian Chase wrote
Alex Chamberlain wrote:
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IT'S A D-ZEL!
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HA! The way you wrote that reminds me of the way a certain exceedingly anal
and superior woman customer at the service station I used to work at used to
tell us to fill up her 124. In some sort of southern-ish accent it was
always Feel it
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Date: Thu, 19 Jan 2006 09:08:18 -0800
Note to Brian Chase:
You need help. No really, I am serious. It's one thing to act
:15 PM, Brian Chase wrote:
Now must turn thoughts back to 240D performance.
Brian
If indeed such a thing exists.
Johnny B
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Sort of contradictory to say that the engine needed replacing after 150k,
but these engines run forever. I ran into this claim about my 240D when I
bought it. What up???
Brian
83 240D
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and punctured the oil pan.
Terry Geiger
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'63 Triumph Herald (wife's sunny day car)
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