Re: [MBZ] Cafe Racer?

2015-11-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Nice! I have always lusted after the TD. But: "...starts perfectly every time..."? Didn't these have Lucas electrical systems? Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of clay via Mercedes Sent: Monday, November 30, 2015 12:18 PM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Washingtonians?

2015-11-27 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
...and we are trying to change our name to "Jefferson" to avoid the confusion. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Friday, November 27, 2015 10:03 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Andrew Strasf

Re: [MBZ] sharpening knives??

2015-11-26 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I also use a set of those for folding knives. I especially like the blue sapphire stone. It cuts fast but leaves a fine finish. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, November 26, 2015 9:58 PM To:

Re: [MBZ] sharpening knives??

2015-11-26 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I have lots of different methods, but usually go the lazy way. I have a Chef's Choice electric sharpener that does a workable job with kitchen knives fairly quickly. I also have a Chef's Choice manual sharpener: http://www.amazon.com/Diamond-3-Stage-Sharpener-Euro-American-Serrated/dp/B0 03GWPJZK/

Re: [MBZ] sharpening knives??

2015-11-26 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I believe he meant "wrings", pronounced as rings (and means something similar to "clings") of course. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, November 26, 2015 11:31 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc:

Re: [MBZ] Good movie

2015-11-21 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I met him and his wife once and they were just nice people. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, November 21, 2015 7:23 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Rich Thomas Subject: [MBZ] Good movie

Re: [MBZ] Generators

2015-11-20 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
keep my eye open for a Honda, way quieter than mine although for the money mine has been pretty good. I think my restart issue might be helped by running it dry which I did when I left camp. -Curt From: Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Cc: Greg Fiorent

Re: [MBZ] Generators

2015-11-20 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I got lucky a few years back and found a Honda 2000i nearby on CL. The plastic case was a bit scarred, but it started up and ran great. I got it for $400. I always run it dry before storage and do regular oil changes with synthetic. I use it for camping to charge up the coach batteries when ther

Re: [MBZ] OT - note from Paris

2015-11-16 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
vent crazies from doing crazy things... -Curt From: Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Cc: Greg Fiorentino Sent: Monday, November 16, 2015 1:59 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - note from Paris I'm just waiting for the bleeding heart press to say somethi

Re: [MBZ] OT: Understanding ISIS

2015-11-16 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<< Was any consideration given to the thought that these events are false flag escapades?>> Note that this article was written in 03/15. My opinion is that it is extremely unlikely that the Paris abominations were false flag ops, especially since ISIS has claimed responsibility. Greg -Origin

Re: [MBZ] Suddenly dead cluster lights - 1985 W123

2015-11-16 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
IIRC some deoxit applied to the rheostat worked well to correct this on mine. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Monday, November 16, 2015 1:03 PM To: Curt Raymond; Mercedes Discussion List Cc: An

Re: [MBZ] OT - note from Paris

2015-11-16 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I'm just waiting for the bleeding heart press to say something like: "The worst thing about this unexpected outbreak of violence is that it will result in rampant islamophobia." Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas via Mer

[MBZ] OT: Understanding ISIS

2015-11-16 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
'net Friends: A liberal friend of mine posted this Atlantic article: http://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2015/03/what-isis-really-wants/3 84980/?utm_source=SFTwitter#article-comments I was very surprised that this article agrees pretty much with everything I have learned about f

Re: [MBZ] Dune

2015-11-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Sad that Herbert had only the one fine novel in him. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of OK Don via Mercedes Sent: Friday, November 13, 2015 5:19 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: OK Don Subject: Re: [MBZ] Dune The movie sucks - r

Re: [MBZ] Stock up sale

2015-11-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Dan Penoff via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2015 5:28 PM To: Mercedes List Cc: d...@penoff.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Stock up sale Why do you say that, Greg? Just curious… Dan > On Nov 12, 2015, at 8:08 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes > wrote: > > Sad to see Kesselring

Re: [MBZ] Stock up sale

2015-11-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Sad to see Kesselring's go. They were a great source for everything that shoots and all sorts of handloading supplies. They talked me into a gently used Rem 541T that shoots 1/2 MOA with discount store .22s when I was ready to spend more for a poorer quality 22. Another victim of BATFE overreach.

Re: [MBZ] OT: Marshmallow for Android system

2015-11-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
>From what I hear it can be a mistake to "upgrade" from KitKat to Lollipop. I am always of the opinion to let others be the beta testers and wait until a new OS has demonstrated stability and actual benefits. Other opinions gladly entertained. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mail

Re: [MBZ] single payer health insurance

2015-11-03 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<< There are no "journalists" now. There are only propagandists>> Analysis: Mostly true. Woodward is still out there somewhat doing the actual journalist thing. Sharyl Atkisson seems to also be an actual journalist. There may be a few others. Most reporters are slimy things who can't be trusted.

Re: [MBZ] More on Apple Ethanol

2015-11-02 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I wonder why that would be. It's the sugar that gets turned into ethanol, so the more sugar the harder the cider would be. Just curious. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas via Mercedes Sent: Monday, November 02, 2015 4:25

Re: [MBZ] More on Cellulosic Ethanol

2015-11-02 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I have 2 different variety of apple trees. I do not spray either. One always has wormy apples, the other tree's apples show a little bit of scab, but very few are wormy. I don't eat the wormy apples, but the other tree's apples are excellent eating! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] More on Cellulosic Ethanol

2015-11-02 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<< The coop, the "custom applicator," the seed guy and the extension service are ALL told what to say by the massive chemical company (monsanto, syngenta, dupont).>> I can't speak to ALL extension services, but I am very familiar with the philosophy of the WSU extension program (from taking their

Re: [MBZ] single payer health insurance

2015-10-31 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I lived in Canada for 5 years and was covered by BC Med. But I also maintained Blue Cross because I knew that the Canadian system has some serious shortcomings. Some of my neighbors in Canada were on long waiting lists for medical procedures, sometimes having appointments cancelled on short notice

Re: [MBZ] Cellulosic ethanol

2015-10-31 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<<... take all the InsCos out of the middle and let the consumers work directly with the docs: in other words, More Liberty and Less Government>> Yes, But insurance for catastrophic events makes sense. Having insurance pay for normal everyday medical costs would be like buying auto insurance to pa

Re: [MBZ] Cellulosic ethanol

2015-10-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
OOOh..I know the answer to this one! Low fuel prices! Obama's NOT to blame for that! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Friday, October 30, 2015 1:16 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Andrew Str

Re: [MBZ] Meyle vs. Bilstein

2015-10-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
IDK the answer, but I'm curious if they show country of manufacture. That information would give some idea. I've purchased front end parts from them labeled "Duralast" (Autozone house brand) on the box, but manufactured by Moog. Good stuff very cheap. Greg -Original Message- From: Merc

Re: [MBZ] OT: DSL Modems

2015-10-06 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I used to have DSL with a local ISP called dslnorthwest. Their service was excellent, but they used the local telco, US West (now Qwest)which was not so good. This was a while back, so user friendliness was not as good as now. I had to muck around the modem to get things working, but the phone line

Re: [MBZ] Chucktown Tornado?

2015-09-26 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Tornado? Nothing to report, nothing to see on my side of town. SWMBO said something about a tornado warning as I nodded off to sleep, guess I must have slept through it. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On September 25, 2015 10:08:57 PM EDT, Greg Fiorentino via Merce

[MBZ] Chucktown Tornado?

2015-09-25 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Everybody okay down there? Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] its over....

2015-09-23 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Yogiism: wife: Where do you want to be buried? Yogi: I don't know, surprise me. He was a brilliant guy, masquerading as a fool. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curly McLain via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2015 1:35 PM

Re: [MBZ] De-Oxit??

2015-09-23 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I have used the red stuff in spray form, but find the liquid is much more economical. I drip onto a Q-tip and rub, then wipe off with a clean Q-tip. You can see the removed oxidation on the cotton. Truly great stuff. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okieben

Re: [MBZ] VW Apologizes

2015-09-22 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
According to what I've read, the DEF was only injected when the engine was at high load conditions (which is what the testing parameters were set for) but the NOx is mostly generated at idle. Even without the software work-around, the emissions are likely to meet standards; BUT not qualify for the

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cooking in a Crockpot

2015-09-19 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Yes, the Dorkfood is the one I have. My son has a different type that includes a circulator and heater. The one I have only works with a really cheap type of slow cooker that has very simple controls, that will turn back on by itself without user input. Greg -Original Message- From: Merce

[MBZ] OT: Teen "Clock Inventor"

2015-09-19 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
An interesting and credible view on the kid who was invited to the White House: http://blogs.artvoice.com/techvoice/2015/09/17/reverse-engineering-ahmed-moh ameds-clock-and-ourselves/ Any of you electronics geeks like to weigh in on this? Greg ___ ht

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cooking in a Crockpot

2015-09-19 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<> No. Sous vide cooking requires temperature control to within a degree or 2. Here is a device that accomplishes this: http://www.amazon.com/Dorkfood-Sous-Vide-Temperature-Controller-DSV/dp/B0088 OTON4/ref=lp_7834711011_1_1?srs=7834711011&ie=UTF8&qid=1442680774&sr=8-1 With chicken breasts, for

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cooking in a Crockpot

2015-09-18 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Note: What Curt said, but if you wash or rinse the vegetables, then the water that clings to them is enough. I'm thinking green beans or asparagus here. Some veggies are great on the grill. Zucchini is a good example: cut them in quarters lengthwise, put them on a hot grill for about 2 minutes on

Re: [MBZ] OT: Practical solar application

2015-09-06 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
If you want to go solar...I just did a solar install on the motor home. I put 2 100W panels on the roof, an MPPT controller (so I could wire the panels in series and have the wiring handle the higher voltage more efficiently) and 2 Group 27 deep cycle batteries wired in parallel. The system works

Re: [MBZ] Rebuilding Floor Jack

2015-08-29 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I managed to shame the Sears guy into replacing one of my (very nice) ignition wrenches that I broke. He said they didn't have one, but I pointed out a set which included the same wrench. He said he couldn't break up a set, but I pointed out that the broken wrench broke up MY set. I was prepared t

Re: [MBZ] Starter/Alternator/Battery Problem 240D

2015-08-19 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
/Alternator/Battery Problem 240D Sounds like a bad battery --R On 8/15/15 7:47 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: > So, the 1980 240D has strange symptoms: > > > > Intermittent battery draining and when battery is recharged to full, > the ignition switch causes

Re: [MBZ] Starter/Alternator/Battery Problem 240D

2015-08-17 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
/Alternator/Battery Problem 240D Sounds like a bad battery --R On 8/15/15 7:47 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: > So, the 1980 240D has strange symptoms: > > > > Intermittent battery draining and when battery is recharged to full, > the ignition switch causes

Re: [MBZ] 'nother Test

2015-08-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
OK, now I see it :-) Thanks. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2015 7:29 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Cc: Greg Fiorentino Subject: [MBZ] 'nother Test

[MBZ] 'nother Test

2015-08-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Testing sending from a comcast mailing address. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Gmail Question

2015-08-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Gmail Question Normal I think. IIRC Gmail filters you from your own messages. -Curt From: Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Cc: Greg Fiorentino Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2015 7:50 PM Subject: [MBZ] Gmail Question OK, so apparently my mail is now

Re: [MBZ] Ot Test

2015-08-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Rick: I read you 5X5 Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rick Knoble via Mercedes Sent: Friday, August 14, 2015 12:48 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Rick Knoble Subject: [MBZ] Ot Test Test‎ Rick Sent from my BlackBerry Z10 _

[MBZ] Gmail Question

2015-08-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
OK, so apparently my mail is now getting to the list, but why does the list not send them back to me as it did when I sent from another ISP? Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] Starter/Alternator/Battery Problem 240D

2015-08-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
So, the 1980 240D has strange symptoms: Intermittent battery draining and when battery is recharged to full, the ignition switch causes a loud click (the solenoid actuating) but then no engine turning. Are these symptoms likely associated? Is one causing the other? TIA for your thoughts,

Re: [MBZ] OT: EPA

2015-08-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
What about the deposits remaining at the bottom of the river? Those may persist long after the solubles have flown away. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mountain Man via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2015 7:13 PM To: Merce

Re: [MBZ] BLUETEC question

2015-08-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
??? I thought that Bluetec IS def. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, August 13, 2015 6:41 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Kaleb C. Striplin Subject: Re: [MBZ] BLUETEC question Wel

Re: [MBZ] OT streetlights in the country

2015-08-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
We live in a suburban/semi-rural area, where small farms are being converted to new developments all the time. We have a street light on the perimeter of our property that is paid for by the county electrical utility (publicly owned). Initially, when the bulb died we were grateful that the light

[MBZ] test

2015-08-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Most messages I have sent to the list have bounced, so I changed email accounts to see if that would work. Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mai

Re: [MBZ] BLUETEC question

2015-08-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
It's all the same. I get mine at el Mercado de Wal for 8 or 9 bux for 3 1/2 gal., which will take me around 5,000 miles or so. Some say the stuff at the pumps may have contamination problems, and I have no interest in hanging around at the pump to fill up under the hood. Greg -Original Mess

[MBZ] Test

2015-08-05 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I have had msgs bounced or delayed for several days since 7/30. Just checking to see if this is resolved yet. Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http:/

Re: [MBZ] sprinter glow plugs

2015-08-05 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Yes, but GPs can easily be diagnosed without pulling, so why would you pull one and then return it? I read that letting the engine warm before attempting makes this a safer operation. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rick Hawkins

[MBZ] Glow Plug Control Unit- OM642

2015-08-01 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Hi all: I have read a few times of people (on a Sprinter based RV) replacing the control unit along with the plug after the failure of a single plug. Does this make any sense to anyone? I can sort of understand replacing all the GPs after one fails, but why the control unit? Greg ___

Re: [MBZ] Kentucky man shoots down drone hovering over his backyard

2015-07-29 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
According to what I've read, there is a city prohibition, but he was charged under a different state law. Interesting to see how this plays out. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, July 29,

[MBZ] Diesel Fuel Cell

2015-07-19 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Sounds promising: http://spectrum.ieee.org/energywise/energy/fossil-fuels/dieselpowered-fuel-c ell-produces-green-electricity Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery op

Re: [MBZ] the sky is falling

2015-06-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I don't know how anyone could support HRC. Her record consists of incompetence, coverups, and conspiracy to cover up. Bernie is a socialist, and I don't want a socialist president. But at least he would provide a clear choice to the voters: WYSIWYG, not a political shape-shifter like HRC. Greg

Re: [MBZ] F-ing Classy

2015-06-28 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Yo! check out ma lorider, ese! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dan Penoff via Mercedes Sent: Sunday, June 28, 2015 4:26 PM To: Okie Benz Cc: Dan Penoff Subject: [MBZ] F-ing Classy Say no more. http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds

Re: [MBZ] 250se RestoMod

2015-06-28 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I would have to plead guilty to that...just the part of knowing what they look like...from when I worked at the northern border near a big truck stop. I was incredulous (that someone would pay...or even come to within touching distance) when some of the women who came through were identified by fel

Re: [MBZ] OT: Compressed air storage

2015-06-24 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<<...queen hillary holds the record for production...>> I don't know how you can say that; she hardly says anything these days. Rather than speak and expose her statements to the analysis of (the few remaining) critical thinkers, she prefers to run on her record...or at least her plumbing structur

[MBZ] Sprinter RV on CL

2015-06-23 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I came across this on an RV mailing list. It looks pretty nice for its niche functions. Kind of like a very high end VW Camper: http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/rvs/5058767552.html Usual disclaimers apply. Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To sea

Re: [MBZ] ?

2015-06-22 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<< I think a lot of courtesy and respect go a long way with these folks...>> The airlines have a lot of interesting employees. I spent most of my career hanging around airports, and have gotten to know lots of airline flight crew and ground crew. About half of my married coworkers married airl

Re: [MBZ] ?

2015-06-22 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
A couple of times I flew BA from NYC to LHR in order to board the QE II at Southampton and cruise back to NY (for work...a tough job, but someone had to do it!). On one of those flights someone called in a bomb threat to BA for the flight I was on. The captain explained what they had done in r

Re: [MBZ] Wut I dun Lernt frum Wulding this week

2015-06-14 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Cleaning the slag from a previous weld should be pretty easy using a welding hammer and a wire brush. My experience welding was working as a steamfitter/rigger for about a year on a powerhouse job along the Hudson River (Roseton, NY)in the early 70s. Also took a course at a tech school. I do ok w

Re: [MBZ] Check this out

2015-06-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Thanks for the freebie tip, I also just DLd the first book. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Scott Ritchey via Mercedes Sent: Friday, June 12, 2015 2:58 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Cc: Scott Ritchey Subject: Re: [MBZ] Check t

Re: [MBZ] OT More Crazy Weather Not to Worry About

2015-06-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<> Go for it! I enjoyed these way back when invited to lunch on a Chinese ship I had boarded in NY Harbor. Kinda like aged cheese. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond via Mercedes Sent: Friday, June 12, 2015 12:51 PM

Re: [MBZ] 71 years and a day

2015-06-10 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Thanks Wilton! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON via Mercedes Sent: Sunday, June 07, 2015 11:36 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: WILTON Subject: [MBZ] 71 years and a day And we should never florget. I wrote the folllowin

Re: [MBZ] Shirley's mishaps [was: Re: Today's project]

2015-05-31 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Well you must realize that 420 doesn't refer to 0420, but to 1620...the time that the potheads were through with classes and time to light up. They're NEVER awake at 0420 unless it's late party time. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf

Re: [MBZ] New Addition

2015-05-31 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Very nice! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dan Penoff via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, May 30, 2015 10:10 AM To: Okie Benz Cc: Dan Penoff Subject: [MBZ] New Addition A big “Thank you!” to Rich for connecting me with the now former o

Re: [MBZ] nook charger

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
All the reviews I've read of aftermarket Nook chargers have been very poor. I'd be curious to hear others' experiences with these. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rick Hawkins Java via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 7:30 P

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
s Discussion List Cc: Mitch Haley Subject: Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: > I think the Sprinter makes a somewhat better chassis for an RV! I think the Vixen is the ultimate sport RV chassis, but it turned out to be a mistake to chase MPG by installing a

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Haley Subject: Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: > I think the Sprinter makes a somewhat better chassis for an RV! I think the Vixen is the ultimate sport RV chassis, but it turned out to be a mistake to chase MPG by installing a BMW 524TD engine in it,

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 1:41 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Mitch Haley Subject: Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: > I think the Sprinter makes a somewhat better chassis for an

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle revived

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Correction: The Nook charging port is proprietary to the Nook, and chargers are outrageously expensive. The aftermarket ones are very poor quality too. The Kindle charging port is a tad bit shorter than standard, but Kindle chargers work ok with phones, and vice-versa. The Nook and perhaps Kindl

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-13 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
They did make a few gassers for a few years. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 8:24 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Jim Cathey Subject: Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle revived

2015-05-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
move there. On Tue, May 12, 2015 at 12:45 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > <<...reading almost all free books.>> > > I have recently become aware that most local libraries allow "borrowing" > of e-books. I have

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle revived

2015-05-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<<...reading almost all free books.>> I have recently become aware that most local libraries allow "borrowing" of e-books. I have searched and found a few books by some of my favorite novelists available for a 3-week "loan". My library's app directs me to Amazon where I download the book. It

Re: [MBZ] OT: Kindle revived

2015-05-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<<...not as good as paper for serious learning/studying.>> Not from personal experience, but one of my sons has done all his textbook studies on a kindle. He says that it works especially well for him. I think it is all about taking full advantage of the alternate capabilities of the format.

Re: [MBZ] Once seen cannot be unseen

2015-05-12 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I think the Sprinter makes a somewhat better chassis for an RV! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas via Mercedes Sent: Tuesday, May 12, 2015 7:57 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Rich Thomas Subject: [MBZ] Once seen can

Re: [MBZ] OT: Tablet revived

2015-05-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
We have 2 Nook HD+ units here, both now have N2A SD cards inserted so that they can boot either KitKat flavor of Android or native Nook mode. N2A is the easy way to root without actually rooting. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of C

[MBZ] Archoil Snake Oil?

2015-05-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Any Listers ever tried this product (the fuel additive)? It seems too good to be true, but there are many positive reviews. Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] Moss in a 300SLR

2015-05-08 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Here in the PNW, if we leave a car sitting for a while, Moss will surely get into it! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas via Mercedes Sent: Friday, May 01, 2015 6:45 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Moss in

Re: [MBZ] OT: Thank You

2015-05-07 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
You are most welcome! It is rare that I am able to provide (rather than receive!) useful knowledge from this group. I am pleased to have had the opportunity here. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rick Knoble via Mercedes Sent:

[MBZ] FW: Delivery status notification

2015-05-05 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I had sent a reply to a list message, It failed about 5 times over several days. Let's see if this goes through! Greg -Original Message- From: Mail Delivery System [mailto:mailer-dae...@comcast.net] Sent: Tuesday, May 05, 2015 2:26 AM To: gf...@dslnorthwest.net Subject: Delivery status

Re: [MBZ] Utterly OT - Unexpected source of flooding damage

2015-04-30 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I have had some experience causing untoward events in the lives of Wild Turkeys! And having some tasty dinners as a result! -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, April 30, 2015 12:48 PM To: mercedes@o

Re: [MBZ] Ted Cruz?

2015-03-26 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
. To make things even more complicated, there are people who are US Nationals, but NOT citizens, such as people born on some Pacific islands. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, March 26, 201

Re: [MBZ] Ted Cruz?

2015-03-26 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<< It appears Mr. Cruz, although a legal citizen, does not meet those unique requirements.>> Well! I too thought that this was the case, based on my work experience as a former Immigration Officer/Supervisor. But recent research has revealed to me that there is some ambiguity in the legal defini

Re: [MBZ] Ted Cruz?

2015-03-24 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Yes, any of the R candidates would be better, although I tend to agree with Randy that neither party has a very impressive field at this point. Hillary is just an empty pants suit, with no record of accomplishments other than negative ones. Hasn't even signed her outgoing government employee form.

Re: [MBZ] The Boy

2015-03-20 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
ATTAGIRL! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON via Mercedes Sent: Friday, March 20, 2015 5:36 PM To: WILTON; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] The Boy BTW, that reminds me: Granddaughter, who graduated summa cum laud

Re: [MBZ] More on from the global warming conspiracy front

2015-03-20 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Data? Actual science is like: Make a theory Make a null hypothesis that says something of the sort: If my theory is correct, then y condition will occur after x happens. Set up appropriate statistical analysis to show that this condition y is not likely to have happened by chance to a whatever

Re: [MBZ] The Boy

2015-03-20 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Congratulations Rich! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas via Mercedes Sent: Friday, March 20, 2015 3:14 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] The Boy A former 84 300SD driver, got his first choice residency matc

Re: [MBZ] OT Starbucks is in NASCAR now?

2015-03-19 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Some of *$'s blends are quite good. I favor their Casi Cielo which I brew at home a lot. I don't care for their ultra dark (burnt) roasts either. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of dseretakis--- via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, March 1

Re: [MBZ] OT: Big chil indeed.

2015-03-19 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Let's see! Where to begin? Warmer is much better than colder (for the US). The proposed solutions would seriously deteriorate the economic status of the poor and middle class (in the US). The former head of the IPCC has admitted that this cause is a religion to him. There are vast areas of

Re: [MBZ] W123 300TD: Pretty, Pretty Amazing Fuel Economy

2015-03-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Well, that didn't display correctly! Find the formula on the wiki page here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnot_cycle Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes Sent: Sunday, March 15, 2015 12:29

Re: [MBZ] W123 300TD: Pretty, Pretty Amazing Fuel Economy

2015-03-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
This is from Wikipedia on the Carnot Cycle: The efficiency \eta is defined to be: \eta=\frac{W}{Q_H}=1-\frac{T_C}{T_H}\quad\quad\quad\quad\quad\quad\quad\quad\quad(3) where Wis the work done by the system (energy exiting the system as work), Q_Cis the heat taken from the system (heat energy le

Re: [MBZ] W123 300TD: Pretty, Pretty Amazing Fuel Economy

2015-03-15 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<<...in temperatures well below freezing...>> Theoretically, the colder the intake air, the better thermal efficiency you get from any heat engine. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Sunday, Marc

[MBZ] Sprinter based RV?

2015-03-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Questions for the group: SWMBO and I are toying with the idea of getting rid of our 5th. wheel and Powerstroke F250 in favor of something smaller and more of a pleasure to take for long road trips/camping in national parks and such. Do any of you have experience with the Sprinter, especiall

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD: The faster I drive the colder it gets

2015-03-09 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<<...has anyone heard from Gary or ordered anything recently?>> My son ordered some stuff online a few weeks ago for his 240D. Gary emailed him back offering to substitute better quality stuff at the same price. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] OT: Insurance, was Facts

2015-03-06 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
<< The idea of "insurance" paying for routine care is silly.>> Unless the idea is for someone else's routine healthcare to be paid for by you and me. Then it's not silly. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Scott Ritchey via Mercede

Re: [MBZ] OT whinging and .xdp file format???

2015-03-06 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Or, if not better, then a whole lot MORE government! Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Friday, March 06, 2015 8:28 AM To: Kaleb C. Striplin; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT whingin

Re: [MBZ] Computenmachine ?

2015-03-04 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I think I have one that is not in use. Wilt is welcome to it if he wishes (and can use this older type) for postage. Greg -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, March 04, 2015 11:31 AM To: mercedes@o

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