Re: [MBZ] Opinions on this trailer

2010-11-12 Thread Craig
On Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:14:58 -0500 Peter T. Arnold pm7...@comcast.net wrote: Why not radial tires? I use them all the time? Yes, indeed, why not radial tires? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Hey Rusty (and list) W123 240D Idle Control Cable

2010-11-13 Thread Craig
a picture of our setup? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo

Re: [MBZ] 124 spring link - special bushing extractor tool?

2010-11-13 Thread Craig
valve holder and ream out the center of the Sir Tools tool to make it just fit over the holder. I was NOT pleased. I'm thinking about getting a rebuilt pump from Rusty and, if I do, the correct delivery valve tool will be included with the order. Craig ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Leak-down testers

2010-11-13 Thread Craig
screwdriver. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 124 spring link - special bushing extractor tool?

2010-11-13 Thread Craig
driver did not work as received. I don't recall having seen before the bottom part of their web page with Oliver Sir's comment about their one simple rule. Perhaps I should call him about it. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

[MBZ] Sir Tools [was: Re: 124 spring link - special bushing extractor tool?]

2010-11-13 Thread Craig
On Sat, 13 Nov 2010 12:31:04 -0700 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: Is Sir Tools made in China? This tool is less than half the cost of the factory tool. Doesn't appear so: http://www.sirtools.com/ I forgot about that. The fit and finish of the tools I bought (the prechamber

Re: [MBZ] Leak-down testers

2010-11-13 Thread Craig
this wrench I knew why it was expensive. The angles the ends are cast at are perfect, the bends make it just right for proper leverage, you name it. I have that one, too! You're right, it's a keeper. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] Sir Tools [was: Re: 124 spring link - special bushing extractor tool?]

2010-11-13 Thread Craig
On Sat, 13 Nov 2010 20:01:17 -0500 Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: Craig, Those S.T. tools look pretty disappointing. I showed a picture of how little the 1/2 extension would go into the square end of the splined socket for the delivery valve

Re: [MBZ] W220s are getting cheap

2010-11-15 Thread Craig
On Mon, 15 Nov 2010 18:59:00 -0500 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Another one proud of his ridiculous wheels. Yes, and they are twenty-two feet in diameter! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] 220Ds need not apply

2010-11-15 Thread Craig
not make it through. It did appear, though, that the front tires were powered as well as the rear ones. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] A380 Problems in detail

2010-11-15 Thread Craig
security calls for, I now drive as much as possible. Looks like I just missed that fun on my business trip to Tennissee. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive

Re: [MBZ] A380 Problems in detail

2010-11-16 Thread Craig
On Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:45:11 -0500 Walt Zarnoch zarnoch...@gmail.com wrote: Also kinda hard to bring back a truck axle on a bike... Kinda hard to bring it back on an airplane, too ... Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] Hexawheel

2010-11-16 Thread Craig
. Really? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] OT Trailer

2010-11-18 Thread Craig
On Thu, 18 Nov 2010 18:55:40 -0500 Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Indiana titles trailers and campers. Not sure if this is universal in all states. Colorado (where our utility trailer was made), Texas, and New Mexico register and plate trailers. Craig

Re: [MBZ] Fuel stabilizer

2010-11-18 Thread Craig
. From what a fellow at our local gas station said, soon no one will have that choice. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

[MBZ] My! What a subject!!! [was: Re: Date: Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:38:37 -0500 From: Fred Moir fred.s...@verizon.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: Clutch bleed proce

2010-11-18 Thread Craig
It would be amusing to learn how the message ended up in the Subject line. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] Bleeding Brakes

2010-11-18 Thread Craig
On Thu, 18 Nov 2010 20:57:22 -0500 Fred Moir fred.s...@verizon.net wrote: Curt. A small brake fluid filled pressure vessel, just a few psi., would work too. Just enough pressure to move the fluid up from the slave to the master. 10-15 psi? Yes, 10 - 15 psi will work well. Craig

Re: [MBZ] My! What a subject!!!

2010-11-19 Thread Craig
to stop in the office on the way home, gone through that clutch mess and was just about for bed when I replied. It's not surprising, then, to see what happened. Pleading tired is entirely acceptable. Hope you're better rested now. Craig ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Clutch bleed procedure?

2010-11-19 Thread Craig
, and then top off to replace whatever went into the clutch system. Neat and clean, _provided_ you secured the tubing with zip ties! I've always had problems with the loosened bleeder screws leaking around the threads. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] this car is in mint condition

2010-11-20 Thread Craig
down and the ding on the right rear is from the backhoe picking it out of the hole? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] Big day with the 240D

2010-11-20 Thread Craig
'em with the hose ... Ours was so bad, I threw the carpet away. Anyway overall a fulfilling morning... Atta boy! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive

Re: [MBZ] Truly one of a kind

2010-11-20 Thread Craig
On Sat, 20 Nov 2010 23:43:16 + buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote: I sold him that interior. If anyone else wants some for their Benz, just let me know. I don't have much left. I hope you're kidding ... Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

Re: [MBZ] Clutch bleed procedure?

2010-11-21 Thread Craig
On Sun, 21 Nov 2010 21:28:51 -0600 Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: Max wrote: Ask and you shall receive... Is there an english version? The first file is the picture and German text. The second file is English and other text. Craig ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Clutch bleed procedure?

2010-11-21 Thread Craig
On Sun, 21 Nov 2010 21:39:58 -0600 Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: Craig wrote: The first file is the picture and German text. The second file is English and other text. The second file refers to the slave. I didn't read past that - perhaps it tells more for both slave

Re: [MBZ] very very preliminary feeler: anyone wish to buy my 83 240D?

2010-11-22 Thread Craig
the child to term. God bless you both. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman

Re: [MBZ] 124 spring link - special bushing extractor tool?

2010-11-24 Thread Craig
of removing the parking brake shoes and mechanism but in the end didn't need to do that. Not looking forward to putting that back together. I'm confused now at what bushing you were replacing. Where exactly is it? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] OT Need computer help

2010-11-24 Thread Craig
good idea! Get rid of all of the viruses, trojans, adware, and other nasty stuff. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] Wheel bearing replacement

2010-11-24 Thread Craig
about its flammable properties. In any even, red hot is much too hot. Craig On 24/11/2010 11:32 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: Dimitri Seretakis wrote: I'm trying to replace the front wheel bearing on my 71 280SL and I'm having a hard time driving out the smaller race (the one closer

Re: [MBZ] Clutch bleed procedure?

2010-11-24 Thread Craig
extra pieces and parts would be needed to attach to the clutch slave bleeder nipple - should be available for about $3 at local hardware store. Like the attached picture shows? Craig -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name

Re: [MBZ] quiet on the list

2010-11-25 Thread Craig
eating turkey or resting up for Black Friday bargain hunting as the list has gone quiet. I thought it might be busy today but now I understand most of you folks do this from work. I, for one, post from home. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

Re: [MBZ] quiet on the list

2010-11-25 Thread Craig
On Thu, 25 Nov 2010 22:12:30 -0600 OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: That's the West side of town - I'm on the East side, where we have stick houses. We are lucky (and thankful) - ours is still standing! My antennas didn't even fall over! So when was this earthquake? Craig

Re: [MBZ] 124 Blower

2010-11-28 Thread Craig
the monowiper and lube it. I was looking forward to digging out the evaporator to replace the evap, pods and fix the fan. But I guess the evaporator and pods will have to wait for another time. Sad, isn't it! Oh, yes, definitely! :-) Craig ___ http

Re: [MBZ] 124 Blower

2010-11-29 Thread Craig
it looked like my hand was hamburger because blood had filled the glove... There was surprisingly little damaged to the thumb but it HURT... OuchouchouchouchouchouchouchouchouchouchouchouchouchouchOUCH! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] The Red 190D makes it to work!

2010-11-29 Thread Craig
hours round trip). ;))) Interesting commute! How far ASL? Did you get stiff from sitting, or put it on autopilot and walk around? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 124 spring link - special bushing extractor tool?

2010-11-29 Thread Craig
On Mon, 29 Nov 2010 21:24:52 -0500 Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: Craig, This is the outer bushing for the spring link on rear suspension (aka lower control arm). The bushing is actually pressed into the wheel carrier, not the spring link

Re: [MBZ] OT: homebrew electric cars

2010-12-03 Thread Craig
Yes, the batteries are the sore spot. Gasoline and diesel are dense portable energy sources. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] OT: homebrew electric cars

2010-12-03 Thread Craig
to handle safely (spontaneously exploding laptops, anyone?). Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] Rust, was Parts quality

2010-12-03 Thread Craig
On Fri, 3 Dec 2010 12:44:49 -0600 Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Spray all the gaskets with WD40 and wipe to ensure good coverage. But don't you want to keep WD40 away from painted surfaces? How about glycerine? The talc idea sounds pretty good. Craig

Re: [MBZ] OT Old Airliners

2010-12-03 Thread Craig
On Fri, 3 Dec 2010 15:01:57 -0500 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: I did a LOT of training to fly within Russia (USSR); y'all oughta be glad I was ready but never did. ;)) Yes, indeed! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

[MBZ] OT: Another snapped-off wing in flight ...

2010-12-05 Thread Craig
But this time with a much more dramatic ending than the one that had the whole-aircraft parachute and landed and burned in a field. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2TTUt7iuxo Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] OT: Another snapped-off wing in flight ...

2010-12-05 Thread Craig
on landing was rather extreme for a human to survive ... Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

[MBZ] The E420 Lives!

2010-12-07 Thread Craig
about the correct sealing rings today and they are on the way. Now I just need to get the code for the radio so I can activate it again. Craig -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: fuel.leak.01.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 173654 bytes Desc

[MBZ] Static Sparks [was: Re: The W123 of vacuum cleaners]

2010-12-07 Thread Craig
behind somebody in the hall and ease your finger toward his ear lobe until it was close enough for a HEALTHY spark to jump the gap. ;)) You're nasty. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] CL Scam?

2010-12-07 Thread Craig
On Tue, 7 Dec 2010 22:54:05 -0600 Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Does it look like a scam? Yes. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] Clutch in the 123 service manual

2010-12-08 Thread Craig
On Wed, 8 Dec 2010 18:42:43 -0600 Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: I can't find it. Am I blind? I have the CD, but can't seem to find a section on the clutch system. What do you want to know about it? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

Re: [MBZ] cold starting

2010-12-08 Thread Craig
that. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum testing a door lock servo for leaks in a W123

2010-12-08 Thread Craig
? Generally it's the unlocked position (same as the positions of the button that goes up and down when you unlock and lock the door). Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive

Re: [MBZ] Clutch in the 123 service manual

2010-12-08 Thread Craig
On Wed, 8 Dec 2010 20:27:16 -0600 Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: Craig wrote: What do you want to know about it? Everything about the control system. *grin* I don't know if I'd call it a control system, but it's not that difficult. I did look in my paper manuals (Engine manual

Re: [MBZ] Clutch in the 123 service manual

2010-12-08 Thread Craig
On Wed, 8 Dec 2010 21:17:07 -0700 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: I did look in my paper manuals (Engine manual and both volumes of the Chassis and Body manual) for information, but found only job 03-410, Removal and installation of flywheel and driven plate, and job 03-420, Refacing

Re: [MBZ] Clutch in the 123 service manual

2010-12-09 Thread Craig
On Thu, 9 Dec 2010 00:39:10 -0600 Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: Craig wrote: I wish you success. Thanks. :) This is at the same time the wagon's suspension system has it sidelined and the Suburban is iffy 'cause of a transmission acting funny. Why can't these cars take turns

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum testing a door lock servo for leaks in a W123

2010-12-09 Thread Craig
On Thu, 9 Dec 2010 12:53:24 -0500 andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks, Russ - great advice. If the servo holds vacuum in the up and down position for a day each time is it OK to assume that it's good? Yes. Craig ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Clutch in the 123 service manual

2010-12-10 Thread Craig
On Thu, 9 Dec 2010 07:07:25 -0700 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: So I'll tackle the project without a manual - but if it includes any useful tricks I'd be mighty grateful for a copy! I have already put it in my briefcase. The scanned file is attached. Craig -- next part

Re: [MBZ] The E420 Lives!

2010-12-10 Thread Craig
On Tue, 07 Dec 2010 18:13:44 -0600 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Is the code card in the owners manual pack? No, but there is a code written the the radio manual. I'll try that. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] The E420 Lives!

2010-12-10 Thread Craig
: The manual page that describes the process says the procedure is to change the code. Reading and following the procedure, however, gives the end result of the radio working. How do I change the code? Thanks, Craig On 12/10/2010 10:23 AM, Craig wrote: On Tue, 07 Dec 2010 18:13:44 -0600 Kaleb C

Re: [MBZ] Symptom - sinking brake pedal

2010-12-10 Thread Craig
to cause it to be sucked into the engine to have enough brake fluid in the booster to ruin it. Craig -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Peter Frederick Sent: Friday, December 10, 2010 5:31 PM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Clutch in the 123 service manual

2010-12-11 Thread Craig
about ye (100mb) big. Please post the URL to the list. Thanks, Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] Tire decision time: 195/65 or 205/60?

2010-12-11 Thread Craig
/30-20, speedometer reading with non-stock tire is 0.6% too fast. 60 mph reading gives 59.7 actual. The 145/30-22 also works, as does the 215/75-12! :-) Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Tire decision time: 195/65 or 205/60?

2010-12-11 Thread Craig
On Sat, 11 Dec 2010 21:46:28 -0700 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: Unfortunately you can copy from the page and paste, ^^^ It should say, cannot ... Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Tire decision time: 195/65 or 205/60?

2010-12-12 Thread Craig
did you?? *chuckle* U ... yes. It was a lot easier than writing a spreadsheet. In addition, the miata.net site lists revolutions per mile, which is not directly calculable from the tire dimensions (or at least should not be). Craig ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Odd Question on the 1989 300SE

2010-12-12 Thread Craig
E420, you'd make a hole into the fuel tank; don't know about the '89 300SE. Basically I want to mount a sound system onto the trunk wall and I don't want any surprises. VERY good idea! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] The E420 Lives!

2010-12-12 Thread Craig
the procedure was to change the code, and since there are two codes written on the booklet, I was hoping to change to one that wasn't written there. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] The E420 Lives!

2010-12-12 Thread Craig
On Mon, 6 Dec 2010 21:10:19 -0700 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: I got the replacement hose and some copper sealing rings from Q and did the work last Saturday. The pictures attached show the progress. I did not have the correct size of copper sealing rings for the banjo fittings, so I

Re: [MBZ] The E420 Lives!

2010-12-13 Thread Craig
On Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:25:49 -0600 Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: Reusing copper seal rings generally works fine _IF_ you anneal the copper before re-installing. Thanks, Fred! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] The E420 Lives!

2010-12-13 Thread Craig
lights. The electronic speedometers do tick. There's a stepper motor that drives the odometer chain. Our later 107's and the 126's do this. The high-miles 107 ticks louder than the others. That's a relief; thank you for that bit of information. Craig

[MBZ] E420 and windshield replacement

2010-12-14 Thread Craig
The windshield on the E420 has some cracks running across it and I think I'm going to have to replace it. Q says there is no gasket like on the W123. Anything else I should know about before I get it done? Craig -- Present:'94 E420117 kmi '82 240D

Re: [MBZ] temps

2010-12-14 Thread Craig
On Tue, 14 Dec 2010 15:35:37 EST relng...@aol.com wrote: I bought myself a nice digital laser thermometer from Griot's a few years ago. Eighty bucks. www.Griot's.com www.griots.com Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] OT: Scale of the Universe

2010-12-15 Thread Craig
-- However, it is still a cool presentation. It is indeed a cool presentation, and the two numbers are correct as you cited. They did get the light year correct, however. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] The continuing 124 rear suspension saga

2010-12-17 Thread Craig
it was getting it out of our '94. Craig -- Present:'94 E420117 kmi '82 240D/3.0264 kmi Past: '86 190E/2.3 '72 220/8 '64 190Dc '72 220D/8 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] 124 rear suspension rebuild - who's BTDT?

2010-12-20 Thread Craig
(over 1mb) so if you would like a copy I could send it direct. No need to send it direct; there is no complaint about 1 MB in size. There IS a complaint, however, with the apostrophe on its. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] 124 rear suspension rebuild - who's BTDT?

2010-12-20 Thread Craig
On Mon, 20 Dec 2010 21:33:35 -0700 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Mon, 20 Dec 2010 22:37:00 -0500 Fred Moir fred.s...@verizon.net wrote: OK Don, et al. That's the one that I used on my 201s. Air hammer out and press in using a 1.5 black iron plumbing end cap, works good. I

Re: [MBZ] Fun car?

2010-12-21 Thread Craig
On Tue, 21 Dec 2010 17:49:36 -0500 Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Rich Thomas wrote: That looks like a pretty good deal for a half-decent looking car. How hard could the steering box be? On a V8? I think it took Craig less than a year to figure it out. It took at least several

Re: [MBZ] Fun car?

2010-12-21 Thread Craig
On Tue, 21 Dec 2010 12:45:34 -0800 Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com wrote: I bet it's not actually the steering box but the pump that's leaking, and someone wasn't quite as intrepid as our Craig and dumped the car. Thanks for the compliment. Craig

Re: [MBZ] Is the list active?

2010-12-21 Thread Craig
On Tue, 21 Dec 2010 18:54:13 -0500 Walt Zarnoch zarnoch...@gmail.com wrote: Alive? Yes. Well? Well... Lot's of traffic, anyway. Something must be wrong with your email service, Larry. Craig P.S. I'm sending this directly to you as well as to the list

Re: [MBZ] Shame on me

2010-12-23 Thread Craig
On Thu, 23 Dec 2010 01:13:26 -0500 David Bruckmann bruckma...@transcontinental.ca wrote: Farewell my trusty steed. I hang my head in shame. No need for shame. Sometimes that's what you have to do. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] 560 SEL -- now hyd cylinder

2010-12-23 Thread Craig
. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Tach Amp

2010-12-23 Thread Craig
on. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] My Subscription

2010-12-23 Thread Craig
status Larry, Just follow the instructions at the bottom of each email: To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Craig -- Present:'94 E420118 kmi '82 240D/3.0264 kmi Past

Re: [MBZ] 140SD update

2010-12-23 Thread Craig
startup tomorrow. We wish you success. I sure hope I get that thing out of the garage so I can get the next project in there and get started on it. What's the next project? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Tach Amp

2010-12-24 Thread Craig
On Fri, 24 Dec 2010 09:26:34 -0500 MG trainpain2...@yahoo.com wrote: If I remember correctly he also makes an infinitely adjustable intermittent wiper relay that you just plug in. Fixes that stupid one set interval only original relay. That looks intriguing. Might save some wear on the

Re: [MBZ] Merry Christmas

2010-12-24 Thread Craig
with a peaceful and prosperous New Year. Gerry I'll second Gerry's wishes. Merry Christmas. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] The continuing 124 rear suspension saga

2010-12-24 Thread Craig
On Fri, 17 Dec 2010 15:27:10 -0600 Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: l02tur...@comcast.net wrote: My cell phone (Verizon /Motorola) has a menu item saying Location on/off which means I can urn my location on or off - for 911 purposes IIRC. I wonder if that does the same thing you

Re: [MBZ] Merry Christmas

2010-12-24 Thread Craig
On Fri, 24 Dec 2010 20:49:44 + buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all on this list and their families. And to you and yours as well, Rusty. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] 126 Floor Heat Anatomy

2010-12-24 Thread Craig
and not be able to fix it. As a work-around, in the past I just used a piece of wood to block those flaps open during the winter. That sounds like an expedient fix. Why not continue to use it for awhile more? Craig -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed

Re: [MBZ] Followup: OT Source for fan motor brushes

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
, it is probably better to just buy another fan the next time. If you can get a fan that works, that is. I would still keep an eye out for brushes. Maybe you could post a close-up picture of a brush and the dimensions and the rest of us could keep an eye out, too. Craig

Re: [MBZ] W116 300SD, rough

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
On Sat, 25 Dec 2010 00:53:09 -0500 David Bruckmann bruckma...@transcontinental.ca wrote: There was also a NHTSA recall for this problem: I wonder if MB would still honor the recall ... Make: MERCEDES BENZ Model: 300SD Model Year: 1979 Manufacturer: MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC. Mfr's Report

Re: [MBZ] How to spend Christmas eve?

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
On Fri, 24 Dec 2010 22:45:22 -0600 Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Had beef stroganoff for supper! MM Oh yeah, and some perry from Uncle John's in St. John MI. Tomorrow is some scrumpy form Jim Koan over by flint, MI. Perry? Scrumpy? You'll have to explain ... Craig

Re: [MBZ] How to spend Christmas eve?

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
Tartlets last week. I baked Spritz (Vanillakranzer) last night and this morning. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] How to spend Christmas eve?

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
that the good Dr was able to comment. You mean the write-up Loren sent to me? Craig Applies to OM606 W210.025/OM606.962 delivery valves. Most should apply to OM603 A few weeks ago I was asking about this job... I finished

Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Increasingly OT: Re: American Top Gear

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
to 20kBps, but right now I'm downloading two youtube streams at 70kBps each (those are Bytes, not bits). How are you using a cell phone for data connections? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] 140SD update

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
of the glow plug relay, manually glowing the plugs? Or maybe open up the glow plug relay and see what's going on, maybe manually pushing the relay shut. Is the glow plug fuse good? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Hueco?

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
On Sat, 25 Dec 2010 18:12:48 -0600 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: I was pricing glow plug relays just in case and Rusty has Hueco brand listed. Is it Rusty, or World Pac? Whats the deal with those? Good question. Ask the Man, Q. Craig

Re: [MBZ] 140SD update

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
, Craig wrote: On Sat, 25 Dec 2010 17:48:12 -0600 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Engine shows no signs of wanting to start. First thing I got to do is line the glow plug deal out. EPC says its the same relay as off a 126 350, which I have. I will either pull that relay

Re: [MBZ] 140SD update

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
On Sat, 25 Dec 2010 18:19:21 -0600 Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: thats what I th ought but I just wanted to make sure. Good idea to be sure. A set of six plugs, no doubt, is expensive. Craig On 12/25/2010 6:17 PM, Craig wrote: On Sat, 25 Dec 2010 18:14:54 -0600 Kaleb C

Re: [MBZ] Hueco?

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
spent too much time in New Mexico. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo

Re: [MBZ] christmas 300d turbo one more thing

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
on the find! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Increasingly OT: Re: American Top Gear

2010-12-25 Thread Craig
do you use in a month? What kind of connection rate do you get? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] 140SD update

2010-12-26 Thread Craig
in the terminals). Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo

Re: [MBZ] Clutch in the 123 service manual

2010-12-27 Thread Craig
, congratulations! Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 2.5 turbo problem

2010-12-28 Thread Craig
cracking each injector line in turn while it's running. That will isolate a single-cylinder problem. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] My Next Woodworking Project

2010-12-28 Thread Craig
On Tue, 28 Dec 2010 18:46:35 -0800 (PST) LWB250 lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: This is next in the queue as soon as I finish the youngster's dresser: http://www.mh-audio.nl/Horn/GExpoHorn.asp Wow. Where are you going to put them? Those would take up about 75% of my living room. Craig

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