Re: [MBZ] RI Red lives!

2010-04-07 Thread Brian Toscano
Geez wish I remembered to bring some used parts up with me! Brian -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com Date: Wed, 7 Apr 2010 09:21:27 To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] RI Red lives! I should get a Rusty price on that... My Indy was quoted $300

Re: [MBZ] I-40 Closed [was: Re: Hendrik and Co coming to the US of A inJune]

2010-02-22 Thread Brian Toscano
Yes it is closed for a while longer. The posted detour is to take I-26 I-81. The Blue Ridge Parkway or the road through Smoky Mountain National Park is also possible for non-commerical traffic. Regards, --Original Message-- From: Craig McCluskey Sender: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] I-40 Closed

2010-02-22 Thread Brian Toscano
9:28 AM, Brian Toscano wrote: Yes it is closed for a while longer. The posted detour is to take I-26 I-81. The Blue Ridge Parkway or the road through Smoky Mountain National Park is also possible for non-commerical traffic. Regards, --Original Message-- From: Craig McCluskey

Re: [MBZ] Rotten egg smell from battery?

2009-11-25 Thread brian . toscano
Is voltage testing a sufficient test to determine if there's an overcharging condition? So far no problems with the new battery. --Original Message-- From: Jim Cathey Sender: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com To: Okie Benz Mailing List ReplyTo: Okie Benz Mailing List Subject: Re: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] Rotten egg smell from battery?

2009-11-25 Thread brian . toscano
Right and this is what Mitch was suggesting. But wouldn't my dashboard voltmeter pick this up? It seems fairly accurate than me constantly looking at a voltmeter. I don't have one that let's me set limits or alarms. There are no known electrical problems--no history of blowing radios or

Re: [MBZ] Rotten egg smell from battery?

2009-11-25 Thread brian . toscano
Jim, The BlackBerry automatically added the apostrophe in lets for some reason and I didn't catch it to remove it. Sorry. The Jeep voltmeter seems somewhat accurate. It shows 11, 12, 13, 14, etc volts OK at least. I've never seen the Jeep measure over 14.x volts. I went thru it pretty

[MBZ] Rotten egg smell from battery?

2009-11-24 Thread brian . toscano
egg/sulphur. So why am I getting this smell from a car battery? Guess its time for a Sears Die Hard?? Regards, Brian Toscano Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Rotten egg smell from battery?

2009-11-24 Thread brian . toscano
The battery voltage was low for a day or two when I first put it in, but then it came back up to 13-14 with the engine running. Annoying this would happen. I wonder if the Jeep is eating batteries. History of Jeep batteries. Factory original from 2001-2006. Changed preemtively to a Yellow

Re: [MBZ] Rotten egg smell from battery?

2009-11-24 Thread brian . toscano
Well AutoZone says battery and charging system tested OK but agreed the battery stunk and was hot. It was sizzling (noise) before I went into the store. I'll see what happens. I never noticed over voltage problems with the Jeep. Thanks, Brian Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile -Original

Re: [MBZ] Rotten egg smell from battery?

2009-11-24 Thread brian . toscano
This is the first sizzling stinking battery I've seen but the second yellow top that has died. The last one was 9-12 months ago, also in the Jeep. That one gave no indications or advance warning. It just wouldn't start after I came out of a restaurant. It was very difficult to jump

Re: [MBZ] Drain ATF with Topsider?

2009-09-07 Thread brian . toscano
I'd just pull the drain plugs. They have drain pan catches the size of large garbage can lids that help keep the floor clean and work real well for coolant also. Regards, Brian Toscano --Original Message-- From: Alex Chamberlain Sender: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT: first impressions on snow leopard

2009-09-06 Thread brian . toscano
The upgrade was cheap 'n' easy! Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com Date: Fri, 4 Sep 2009 08:40:19 To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: first impressions on snow leopard I don't really understand why

Re: [MBZ] check your credit card due dates

2009-08-03 Thread brian . toscano
I use the credit card to buffer my checking account. An friend of mine booked airline tickets and the online charged him 3 times which caused his balance to go negative and spend a day working thru the mess. If it was a CC instead of debit it would have been easier. The key is to pay in full

Re: [MBZ] but I'm a good.......

2009-07-12 Thread brian . toscano
Its $500 for any vehicle, but I don't think anyone with a reckless driving, DUI is eligible since those drivers require FR-44 insurance at twice the normal minimums for other drivers. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: John Freer mbfo...@gmail.com Date:

Re: [MBZ] but I'm a good.......

2009-07-12 Thread brian . toscano
John, Virginia is not an insurance company. I suspect the limit is the unisured cap, if that. Virginia's finincial liability law would still be in effect. The $500 simply allows an unisured driver to register their vehicle and keep their valid license. In VA if you don't have insurance or pay

Re: [MBZ] but I'm a good.......

2009-07-10 Thread brian . toscano
All states have financial responsibility laws but not all states require insurance. Virginia and Washington D.C. are two examples. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: relng...@aol.com Date: Thu, 9 Jul 2009 22:15:38 To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] OT - Fads

2009-07-10 Thread brian . toscano
In VA you can pay $500 a year to not insure your car and its legal. No need to post a surety bond. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: tyler casi...@usermail.com Date: Thu, 09 Jul 2009 17:18:42 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject:

Re: [MBZ] but I'm a good.......

2009-07-10 Thread brian . toscano
TN started requiring liablity a few years ago, but it was not required when I moved there in 2000. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net Date: Fri, 10 Jul 2009 20:59:21 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject:

Re: [MBZ] Removing window tint

2009-07-07 Thread brian . toscano
Peel the failure sticker off and try again? Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com Date: Tue, 7 Jul 2009 15:23:48 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Removing window tint Well, this morning

Re: [MBZ] Good article

2009-07-07 Thread brian . toscano
My buddy has one with 265Kmi and minimal maintenance and still going... I did change the A/C compressor on it for him. He will need another engine eventually but that's because regular oil isn't meant for I change it every year weather or not it needs it. Regards, Brian Toscano Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] Good used oil cooler needed for 1982 300 TD

2009-06-29 Thread brian . toscano
How is rothbury? I was thinking about going with some folks??? Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Michael Esh michael...@me.com Date: Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:53:45 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Good used oil cooler

Re: [MBZ] Now our 190 has been in an accident

2009-06-13 Thread brian . toscano
Make sure to add tax and tags to the settlement price! Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Zoltan Finks msuchpo...@gmail.com Date: Sat, 13 Jun 2009 09:18:10 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Now our 190 has been in an

Re: [MBZ] Now our 190 has been in an accident

2009-06-13 Thread brian . toscano
They play it cool and act like your buddy hoping you'll take their low ball offer. The adjuster is no more your friend than a car salesperson. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net Date: Sat, 13 Jun 2009 13:03:58 To:

Re: [MBZ] Now our 190 has been in an accident

2009-06-12 Thread brian . toscano
They will argue as much as possible to get the price down. My rover was recently totalled. Their first offer was $2200 with $545 salvage. By the time it was over I got a check for $5000 after salvage. Insist on a fair and equitable settlement. Sent lots and lots of paperwork to their fax

Re: [MBZ] our 190D starts to burn oil

2009-06-12 Thread brian . toscano
Its extra insurance, plus the oil may hold up for more miles than 15w-50. I use it because I can put it in anything I own. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com Date: Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:35:47 To: Diesel

Re: [MBZ] our 190D starts to burn oil

2009-06-11 Thread brian . toscano
The 5w40 has better ability to suspend soot... Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com Date: Thu, 4 Jun 2009 08:15:56 To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] our 190D starts to burn oil What advantage do you

Re: [MBZ] Rover nicht

2009-06-08 Thread brian . toscano
But when they go, they just go... And what's gonna hurt you when you're in a tank? My '91 was awesome. Regards, Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: relng...@aol.com Date: Sun, 7 Jun 2009 22:25:31 To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rover nicht

Re: [MBZ] our 190D starts to burn oil

2009-06-08 Thread brian . toscano
I'd never use 5w30 unless the HTHS was more than 3.5-3.6 ! Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: tyler casi...@usermail.com Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:31:05 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] our 190D starts to burn oil I

Re: [MBZ] Compass, Jetta - and maybe an MB ...

2009-06-07 Thread brian . toscano
I'd add range rover to the list? Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Bob Rentfro azbob...@gmail.com Date: Sun, 7 Jun 2009 17:57:00 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Compass, Jetta - and maybe an MB ... I am concerned

Re: [MBZ] OT: Email hosting

2009-05-31 Thread brian . toscano
What's wrong with gmail??! Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu Date: Sun, 31 May 2009 18:15:26 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Email hosting I use fastmail.fm. Free up to a

Re: [MBZ] OT - State finances

2009-05-30 Thread brian . toscano
They'll let you do 10 over all day long in TN. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net Date: Fri, 22 May 2009 08:38:14 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - State finances so what car

Re: [MBZ] Counts on the trip

2009-05-30 Thread brian . toscano
In VA if you can't do the speed limit in the left lane they write you a ticket. A lot less Yellow freight doubles trying to pass these days... About time. I understand the truck drivers perspective, but one passing truck can tie up miles of cars or other trucks Sent from my Verizon

[MBZ] LT Don

2009-05-30 Thread brian . toscano
Whatever happened to LT Don??? Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 20:50:04 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Auxiliary fans I have ALWAYS wanted a 91 560SEL.

Re: [MBZ] BMW Opinions ?

2009-05-28 Thread brian . toscano
My german mech said sell before 100,000 miles! If new engine, maybe okay for a little while Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Donald Snook dsn...@mtsqh.com Date: Thu, 28 May 2009 14:29:22 To: Mercedes@okiebenz.comMercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] Dead battery?

2009-05-26 Thread brian . toscano
Optimas have quality control problems. The originals seem to last forever but the new ones are hit or miss and can fail in under 3 years. There is one that is better rated but I can't recall the name. It is available rebranded from Sears as a Die Hard Platinum. Regards, Brian Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] Dead battery?

2009-05-26 Thread brian . toscano
You are probably safe, I think major problems started about 5 years ago. When the optima in my jeep failed suddenly at a restaurant (shorted cell) I went home and put the old optima that had been sitting on a concrete floor for a year or two and it started the jeep just fine. Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] the joy of the german shepherd

2009-05-18 Thread brian . toscano
My aunts husky would kill birds but used to leave them on the back door step! Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Tom Hargrave tharg...@hiwaay.net Date: Mon, 18 May 2009 00:54:39 To: 'Mercedes Discussion List'mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] the

Re: [MBZ] Wheel bearings cont...

2009-05-13 Thread brian . toscano
Races are replacable. If the spindles are worn you will have problems with new bearings. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com Date: Wed, 13 May 2009 17:03:45 To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Wheel

Re: [MBZ] XJs

2009-05-10 Thread brian . toscano
Why not just use a Range Rover? My '91 is way better than my XJ and safer than most cars. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Tyler casi...@usermail.com Date: Sun, 10 May 2009 11:29:45 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] OT - New computer

2009-04-24 Thread brian . toscano
For me it depends on what website I am using. Firefox works better with OWA. In other cases Safari works better. Of course IE works best of all... If I'm on a PC. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com Date: Fri, 24 Apr

Re: [MBZ] OT, front loading washers

2009-03-30 Thread brian . toscano
Very happy with my Bosch front loader washer/drier set purchased 8 yrs ago Works as well as new. Zero problems and easy to use. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net Date: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:29:35 To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Another Mercedes to look at ( the saga continues )

2009-03-29 Thread brian . toscano
It'd take the 2.5 Turbo over the '95 D300 but the '87 300DT is really where its at Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com Date: Sun, 29 Mar 2009 14:51:30 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Another

Re: [MBZ] Another Mercedes to look at ( the saga continues )

2009-03-29 Thread brian . toscano
Tell the insurance company to pay you mileage, per diem, and lopst earning capacity to check out the south carolina vehicle. Allstates insured wrecked my range rover and I've been keeping track of every minute I spend on this claim. Their goal is to speak softly while screwing you, mine is

Re: [MBZ] anybody know anything about 4wd?

2009-03-28 Thread brian . toscano
Binding u-joint or CV joint on the right side? I've had them bind up before and steering was very scary... Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net Date: Sat, 28 Mar 2009 15:26:42 To: mercedes Mailing

Re: [MBZ] OT - Stupid

2009-03-14 Thread brian . toscano
That's what I do... I figure the cycling doesn't help anyone but honeywell. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu Date: Sat, 14 Mar 2009 20:59:36 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT -

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap failures, and rites of passage

2009-02-15 Thread brian . toscano
I think thats awesome. I wish my Dad taught me more about cars. But I did get a good schooling on electrical work. Regards, Brian Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net Date: Sat, 14 Feb 2009 18:31:25 To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT: 1Gb fibre channel

2008-12-22 Thread brian . toscano
What do you mean by copper cables? Like cat 5 patch cables? Or old serial or parallel cables? Made it to NH - got in at 1:45 AM. NJ 287 and CT 95 were disastrous. Coming back Mass and Hartford were disastrous. Waterbury to NJ was blacktop which was nice. Never made it to VT. Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] 240D lower ball joint diagnosis

2008-12-17 Thread brian . toscano
Yes, you would do this from the front of the car with the pipe rinning the length of the car. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com Date: Wed, 17 Dec 2008 05:34:10 To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 240D

Re: [MBZ] 240D U joint?

2008-12-17 Thread brian . toscano
I would just go with used. They don't fail that often so there should be a lot of good used ones available. Regards, Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net Date: Wed, 17 Dec 2008 10:38:30 -0600 (GMT-06:00) To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 240D lower ball joint diagnosis

2008-12-16 Thread brian . toscano
To test lower ball joint you lift up the front end and put it on jack stands. Then with a pry bar, pipe, board, etc placed between the ground and botton of the tire apply upward force and look for movement. Tie rods and steering linakage are checked by pulling and pushing at 3 and 9 o'clock.

Re: [MBZ] 240D lower ball joint diagnosis

2008-12-16 Thread brian . toscano
Exactly. When you lift up on the tire and let it back down the knuckle should move exactly in sync with the lower control arm. While lifting up and down you should be looking at the ball joint for slop. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Fmiser

Re: [MBZ] 603 belt tension rattle

2008-12-05 Thread brian . toscano
That was my first instinct but the shock could be a problem too. Accessories like water pumps can cause intermittent vibrations one might think was suspension or tire related! Regards, Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date:

Re: [MBZ] shift bushings

2008-11-28 Thread brian . toscano
I use the Naptholen H to install bushings of all sorts. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:22:49 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] shift bushings Well all

Re: [MBZ] Do I need

2008-11-13 Thread brian . toscano
I would start the job with ramps or car on the ground to break free the bolts that hold the axles to the output flanges. You have a long handle 1/2 drive ratchet right? Are you reusing bolts or have new bolts? Do you have the driver for the old bolts and socket for the new? Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] junker

2008-11-12 Thread brian . toscano
They look for stickers in the windshield in the northeast. It doesn't matter what's wrong. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:59:20 To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] junker Once it fails

Re: [MBZ] Broken OM606 Glowplugs

2008-11-11 Thread brian . toscano
Please advise when you no. longer storw hours Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 11 Nov 2008 22:33:24 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Broken OM606 Glowplugs The 124 may

Re: [MBZ] Bolt cutters

2008-11-09 Thread brian . toscano
What'd you keep the hogs penned up with in the old days? I'd love to hear some kind of wire would do the job. These 16' panels are a pain on uneven ground. Regards, Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Wilton Strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 9 Nov

[MBZ] Vehicle barriers

2008-11-09 Thread brian . toscano
I am looking for one of those vehicle barriers like I see in the national forests. They can lock with a padlock that is inside an opening in one of the posts, making bolt cutters harder to use. Regards, Brian Toscano Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry

[MBZ] Bolt cutters

2008-11-09 Thread brian . toscano
I am looking to buy a bolt cutter. The initial use will be cutting hog panels. Does anyone have suggestions on size, type, or brand? I see there are some high dollar models from Klein and Rigid while the most expensive from Northern Tool is $52. Regards, Brian Toscano Sent from my Verizon

Re: [MBZ] w201 axle bolts

2008-11-06 Thread brian . toscano
New bolts for the axle shafts are XZN. Old bolts are torx. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 6 Nov 2008 10:01:03 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com; Christopher McCann[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject:

Re: [MBZ] Was 300E oil, now Batteries and cold

2008-11-04 Thread brian . toscano
The starter was the same as for the 6 cyl models so it was that much easier to start a 5 cyl. Regards, Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2008 09:03:44 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 240D brake/bearing question

2008-11-04 Thread brian . toscano
A postal scale works good for measuring grams Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 4 Nov 2008 18:28:02 To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] 240D brake/bearing question Gang, Marshall would kill

Re: [MBZ] 190D Differential continuing saga

2008-11-03 Thread brian . toscano
Where are located? I will be in NJ this week for work. Regards, Brian Toscano Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2008 08:00:08 To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] 190D Differential

Re: [MBZ] 190D Differential continuing saga

2008-11-03 Thread brian . toscano
Differential continuing saga I have a woman I deal with for business here that has the same last name as you. Just FYI. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Where are located? I will be in NJ this week for work. Regards, Brian Toscano Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message

Re: [MBZ] #22 head?

2008-11-02 Thread brian . toscano
Where in TN? Regards, Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 02 Nov 2008 13:00:13 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] #22 head? yea, I threw it in my garage. Im going to have

Re: [MBZ] 190D diff update

2008-10-27 Thread brian . toscano
Agreed. Maybe adjusting the preload on the pinion, but Mobil 1 will just get dirty very fast and need to be changed repeatedly if the diff fluid was old beofre it comes out clean. Howling could be wheel bearings. Regards, Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message-

Re: [MBZ] 190D diff update

2008-10-27 Thread brian . toscano
Anything is possible. I did not see the condition of the old lube. In my experience with syn gear lube both in foreign and domestic rear ends if the diff wss dirty it will need to be changed repeatedly before it stays honey colored for any length of time. There are plenty of good used diffs.

Re: [MBZ] E420 Climate Controls SRS

2008-10-23 Thread brian . toscano
The OVP can cause intermittant problems. They were revised half a dozen or more times over the years. Regards, Brian Toscano Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Troy Kocher [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2008 08:47:53 To: Mercedes Discussion

Re: [MBZ] Weird attack of sluggishness - W123 300TD

2008-10-05 Thread brian . toscano
Yes...could be crossed in the engine bay or by the tank. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 05 Oct 2008 17:43:42 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Weird attack of

Re: [MBZ] 190D adventures of the day

2008-10-05 Thread brian . toscano
Pretty much identical... Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 05 Oct 2008 20:50:19 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 190D adventures of the day Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Hope its

Re: [MBZ] Spoof of the week

2008-10-05 Thread brian . toscano
WWII got us out of the Depression... not the New Deal. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 05 Oct 2008 20:41:39 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Spoof of the week It may be

Re: [MBZ] V8 CIS

2008-09-26 Thread brian . toscano
Beating the line near the fuel head with a wrench might help, or just get another fuel head. Sent from my BlackBerry Smartphone provided by Alltel -Original Message- From: Tyler Backman [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:20:55 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Trolling

2008-09-26 Thread brian . toscano
I know what you mean. I've had production server when I was at the State up for 500+ days and would reboot them just to make sure they did! Sent from my BlackBerry Smartphone provided by Alltel -Original Message- From: Tyler Backman [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:00:33

Re: [MBZ] W124 Front Bumper Replacement

2008-09-23 Thread brian . toscano
The temp sensor is in the front bumper. Brian Toscano Sent from my BlackBerry Smartphone provided by Alltel -Original Message- From: Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2008 20:23:12 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] W124 Front Bumper

Re: [MBZ] Warning from Comcast

2008-09-22 Thread brian . toscano
Alltel told me they are the only unlimited. My Sprint bill shows usage without a 5GB cap. Perhaps because its considered a business account? Brian Toscano Tri-Cities, TN-VA Sent from my BlackBerry Smartphone provided by Alltel -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] I need help starting an engine which would not start after sitting for three years!!

2005-12-28 Thread brian toscano
Depends on the engine in particular. Since it turned over, that's a good start! I would suggest carb cleaner in the intake to see if it brings it to life. If the engine was carbuerated I would suggest a splash of gas down the carbuerrator - same line of thinking. Brian On 12/28/05, Trampas

Re: [MBZ] Looking to rent differential bushing puller/press tool

2005-12-28 Thread brian toscano
You can buy it from Baum Tool in Florida for about $100 or you can do it without the tools which aren't really necessary but make life eaiser than sockets, washers, nuts, and threaded rods. Brian On 12/28/05, Aaron Lam [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello all, Does anyone know where I can rent

Re: [MBZ] Looking to rent differential bushing puller/press tool

2005-12-28 Thread brian toscano
, brian toscano [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You can buy it from Baum Tool in Florida for about $100 or you can do it without the tools which aren't really necessary but make life eaiser than sockets, washers, nuts, and threaded rods. Brian On 12/28/05, Aaron Lam [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello

Re: [MBZ] OT: online driving directions site that does US Mexico?

2005-12-27 Thread brian toscano
Not sure, but if you are driving your own vehicle keep in mind U.S. auto insurance does NOT cover you in Mexico. Brian On 12/26/05, Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: mapquest and randmcnally do not do mexico...HELP! Thanks, Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City,

Re: [MBZ] Rear suspension link replacement - update

2005-12-27 Thread brian toscano
That's interesting Dave because I have not noticed any settling in my suspension work. I was able to get my ride height within 1 mm of factory original according to the dealer's alignment machine that's referenced in the FSM. Sometimes you may need to bouce the car, etc drive forwards and

Re: [MBZ] 124 Sway Bar Bushings?

2005-11-19 Thread brian toscano
You could remove the sway bar and see if the noise goes away. :) Sway bar bushings usually clunk going over rail road tracks and things like that. Bushings are hard to test and are often misdiagnosed. Its important to remember that AGE also kills rubber - its not just the miles. We don't drive

Re: [MBZ] Sensor in Injection Pump '90 300D

2005-10-01 Thread brian toscano
John, I have to stop and laugh otherwise I'd get real frustrated! The mech stopped troubleshooting at the most expensive replacement part on the engine short of a short or long block. What a guy! I'm in the mountains now without manuals so the best advise I can give you is that if you can the

Re: [MBZ] W124 A/C question - compressor cuts off too soon?

2005-08-12 Thread brian toscano
Dave, What is the chance that the recirc flap is not closing all the way allowing 100% outside air. This would hurt the effectiveness of the system for sure. Also what about a possibly dirty evap. Doesn't the recirc flap at least partially engage anytime the A/C is on - or maybe the source was

Re: [MBZ] MY Injection pump is FUBAR?

2005-08-06 Thread brian toscano
I sold used ones for about $300 each. They can be a PITA to get the timing right. Brian On 8/6/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So I see you are no longer blacklisted Rusty Cullens wrote: Your ole buddy Rusty certainly has them. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] VIbration identified

2005-08-01 Thread brian toscano
Glad you found a stiff joint. By the book its hard to test axles running them with the wheels off the ground because the deflection angle is different than when its on the road. Brian On 8/1/05, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For what it is worth: Maybe someone can learn from this

[MBZ] My newest diesel

2005-07-28 Thread brian toscano
Early 1980's Kubota L305DT - 30HP, 4WD, FEL. :) Not a Mercedes, but it sure is neat! It has fresh paint, new ag tires, hydraulics look good, and a ROPS. It holds 8.8 gallons of diesel, 6.1 quarts of coolant, 6.6 quarts of oil, and 31.7 quarts of transmission/hydraulic fluid. -brian

Re: [MBZ] My newest diesel

2005-07-28 Thread brian toscano
with an old Ford 2N w/out ROPS and it was pucker factor +10 every time the rear wheels dipped down a few degrees--very scary! I still need to weld up a rollbar for my Iseki w/FEL. Sounds like a nice tractor, and it should give good service for a long period of time. On 7/28/05, brian toscano [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] CamShaft Prelube necessary?

2005-07-22 Thread brian toscano
I just put ample amounts of synthetic oil everywhere. Brian On 7/22/05, Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've always coated my cam lobes with engine assembly grease for startups, just for extra lube insurance--theoretically it sticks around a bit longer than engine oil, but that's

[MBZ] Re: Wheel bearing Grease

2005-07-17 Thread brian toscano
The recommended wheel bearing grease is the MB dealer Green grease. Brian On 7/17/05, Peter Arnold [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Is there consensus that any name brand synthetic wheel bearing grease is acceptable for our cars? Seeing as I have to pull the hubs {I'd like to speak to that design

[MBZ] Re: Fluids -antifreeze and power steering

2005-07-17 Thread brian toscano
There are many mixed feelings on power steering fluid. ATF is a lot different than it was in 1983 in terms of additives. MB now sells its own Power Steering fluid. However, I do not think you will see a big problem using ATF. Scores of people don't come on this list and complain they have

Re: [MBZ] 124 AC evaporator reliability (Calling Doktor B!)

2005-07-15 Thread brian toscano
I've heard it said that evaps don't get changed much in Colorado. In the Southeast they go out at an alarmingly high rate. But we have very humid weather and the A/C is used a lot. My mech buddy does evaps all summer long on 124's and 140's, and seeing more cases on newer E-class cars ('96+).

[MBZ] Re: 124 window switches

2005-07-14 Thread brian toscano
Kevin, Maybe use a screwdriver to push the lip out of place. Alex may be right, the door panel may need to be removed to move the wires to get enough slack. Just use some new wire and some crimp butt joints to repair. Brian On 7/13/05, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm not sure

Re: [MBZ] 124 window switches

2005-07-13 Thread brian toscano
. No need to remove the door panel or replace the entire section of wire unless you need to get more freeplay to splice in a new piece. Brian On 7/13/05, Kevin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Wed, Jul 13, 2005 at 04:28:04PM -0400, Marshall Booth wrote: brian toscano wrote: Yes. check

Re: [MBZ] 124 window switches

2005-07-12 Thread brian toscano
Yes. check the wiring visible between the body and the door the drivers side rear in that has already had a wire cracking problem (that blew fuses) and was repaired. 124 wire is not like the wire used on older cars, and newer wires are even worse. Brian On 7/11/05, Alex Chamberlain

[MBZ] Re: wonder if I made the right choice

2005-07-02 Thread brian toscano
Some of the rebuilds fail very shortly after installation or are dead out of the box. However, used compressors can be a bad deal and fail shortly as well. Similar to a sitting water pump - if it ain't been used in a while, the chance of failure after its put into service seems to jump

Re: [MBZ] Changing fuel thermostat on a 300D 2.5

2005-06-29 Thread brian toscano
There is a little clip on the end, side nearest the radiator. Very easy to change. If you plan to service it, I suggest a new O-ring as it may leak if disturbed. Brian On 6/29/05, John Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I ordered a fuel thermostat and muffler for the 1990 300D (hoping my wife

Re: [MBZ] Changing fuel thermostat on a 300D 2.5

2005-06-29 Thread brian toscano
The fuel thermostat fits inside the canister that bolts near the motor mount. I'm not talking about the head. Brian On 6/29/05, John Peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I see the allen bolts. I'll photograph the procedure for future list reference. Thanks! John - Original Message -

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