Re: [MBZ] Leatherique rejuvenator on vinyl?

2009-02-01 Thread harry watkins
Wilton, DaveM, myself and others think 303 Protectant is the best product out there. Wilton wrote: 'Just used some 303 Protectant on my 124 exterior vinyl; 'sure makes it look good, not that it look pretty good before, though. ; Wilton HTH Harry - Original Message - From

Re: [MBZ] Motoroam road trip #1.

2009-01-29 Thread harry watkins
Good luck and keep us up-to-date with pictures. Harry - Original Message - From: Rolf Martin-Hoster winm...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2009 1:02 PM Subject: [MBZ] Motoroam road trip #1. Going down to Pass Christian

Re: [MBZ] Fw: transmission repair factory PDF

2009-01-19 Thread harry watkins
I sent the video priority mail, to Dave on Friday the 16th. He should get it real soon. Harry Sounds good. I'll check out the YouTube thing. I'll put a high-res copy on one of the servers at work as well and let you know how to get at it. -Dave Walton On Fri, Jan 16, 2009 at 12:47 PM

Re: [MBZ] transmission repair factory PDF

2009-01-16 Thread harry watkins
, but of course I have to be led around by the hand on most things. Maybe someone else can chime in, I'm sure my lead for buying it came from one of these lists. Thanks Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] transmission repair factory PDF

2009-01-16 Thread harry watkins
How old is the boy? Can he operate equipment? Does he eat much? Hmmm. I'll get it the mail today, the good deal I got on the parts I bought earlier will make us even. Thanks Harry - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann xtofer1...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] transmission repair factory PDF

2009-01-16 Thread harry watkins
Chris What do you think about Dave Walton's suggestion on this thread? What about it Donald? Harry - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann xtofer1...@yahoo.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, January 16, 2009 10:22 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ

[MBZ] Fw: transmission repair factory PDF

2009-01-16 Thread harry watkins
Dave wrote: If you care to loan it to me for a week, I can digitize it and put it on a server for the list members to download. I'll PayPal you the postage. Dave Walton 2986 Warrington Road Shaker Heights, OH 44120 216.751.6646 On Fri, Jan 16, 2009 at 11:04 AM, harry watkins harry

Re: [MBZ] OT: '00 320E ??

2009-01-12 Thread harry watkins
Hey Ed, I like your grit. Harry I'm not that good of a salesman. lol. I try to gather some info on whatever it is I'm buying, offer what I think is a good deal for me, while allowing him to make a decent commission too. I don't haggle, and I tell them how I deal, right up front. One

[MBZ] Loctite Freeze and Release

2009-01-08 Thread harry watkins
I ordered two cans tonight. I have just heard of it and will be doing a Toyota head gasket soon. Has anyone used this? Thanks Harry -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090108

Re: [MBZ] Loctite Freeze and Release

2009-01-08 Thread harry watkins
some exhaust parts next week. Hope it works. Harry On Thu, 8 Jan 2009 09:17:54 -0600 harry watkins harry...@bellsouth.net wrote: I ordered two cans tonight. I have just heard of it and will be doing a Toyota head gasket soon. Has anyone used this? Nope. Never heard of it. What does

[MBZ] Loctite Freeze and Release

2009-01-07 Thread harry watkins
I ordered two cans tonight. I have just heard of it and will be doing a Toyota head gasket soon. Has anyone used this? Thanks Harry -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090107

[MBZ] Satisfied owners, would buy again

2009-01-04 Thread harry watkins
of the 23 were American, 11 GM, 7 Chrysler and 2 from Ford. The three worst ratings were; Jeep Commander (V6, 4WD) 32%, Chevrolet Colorado (4WD), 41% and GMC Canyon (4WD), 41%. Harry. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail

Re: [MBZ] Satisfied owners, would buy again

2009-01-04 Thread harry watkins
OK Don wrote, Interesting - only the MB S class made the lsit, and Mini had a clean sweep - all (AFAIK) of their models. The Mini is brand new to me, where are they made? Why are they so popular? Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts

Re: [MBZ] Satisfied owners, would buy again

2009-01-04 Thread harry watkins
Thanks Craig, I've seen em but never put a name to em. Harry On Sun, 4 Jan 2009 12:29:25 -0600 harry watkins harry...@bellsouth.net wrote: OK Don wrote, Interesting - only the MB S class made the lsit, and Mini had a clean sweep - all (AFAIK) of their models. The Mini is brand new to me

Re: [MBZ] OT Windows Registry Cleaner

2009-01-03 Thread harry watkins
-PowerTools-Review-24066.shtml Harry Douglas wrote: I have been thinking of getting some software to do this and would like to know what any of you use. Am using XP both home and pro. Thanks Douglas ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] OT Windows Registry Cleaner

2009-01-01 Thread harry watkins
Avast, works good and its free. Harry - Original Message - From: Douglas jgi...@comcast.net To: Mercedes mailing list mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, January 01, 2009 7:35 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT Windows Registry Cleaner I have been thinking of getting some software to do

Re: [MBZ] Used Parts for Sale! Take a look!

2008-12-29 Thread harry watkins
Duh, my bad. J H Watkins 1250 James Everett Rd Newton, MS 39345 Thanks Harry - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann xtofer1...@yahoo.com To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, December 29, 2008 2:18 PM Subject: [MBZ] Used Parts for Sale! Take a look! Dear List

[MBZ] Keys locked in car, what tools are available?

2008-12-22 Thread harry watkins
The dog pushed the door lock with the keys laying on the seat. The deputy came with a tool and unlocked it with not much effort. This was a 97 Lexus. What about these tools? Do different ones fit different cars? Where can they be had? I can't recall seeing them in HF. Harry

Re: [MBZ] Windshield chip repair?

2008-12-20 Thread harry watkins
Alex Call your insurance company, they probably know folks that do that work. When I was with Geico, they wanted it repaired before it became a W/S replacement and had vendors lined up to send to your house. BTDT, no charge. Harry ___ http

Re: [MBZ] 190D is starrting to piss me off

2008-12-17 Thread harry watkins
to ponder. I am sure many others on this list feels the same way and I encourage you to keep on keeping on. Harry See my later messages, once I'd replaced the failed wheel bearing I jumped in the car, fired her up and after 3 or 4 pushes on the pedal had normal brake response. The brake pads

Re: [MBZ] 240D U joint?

2008-12-17 Thread harry watkins
it to a 2X4 and sent it UPS. Here is my write up, no pictures: Subject: Drive shaft removal steps, 85 300TD From: Harry Watkins harryw...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Mon, Feb 5, 2007 at 2:50 PM Thanks to Peter and others

Re: [MBZ] SDL cranky cold starts

2008-12-15 Thread harry watkins
Seems like I heard that 20F is when diesel begins to gell. May depend on winter or summer fuel. Harry This morning was the coldest so far that I have started the SDL at about 20F. I have to glow for about 20-30 seconds to get a smooth idle (no missing) right after start. Once the oil

Re: [MBZ] Socialism

2008-12-12 Thread harry watkins
suffers because treatment was refused in areas where I've been, have you? Anyone on this list that knows of those things happening, I wish you would share the stories with us. Harry - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT: Burnt smell in microwave oven

2008-12-10 Thread harry watkins
Try tomato juice or sauce. A friend got a skunk mad at him in his carport utility room. The skunk won then left, he/she also marked the room. One or the other above items was the only thing that got the smell down to livable conditions. Harry

Re: [MBZ] OT Dodge Caravan 3.3L V-6 engine Flex fuel

2008-12-03 Thread harry watkins
Two congrats. Harry Fred and ALL: Fred that was a great call. It appears that the sensor took care of the problem. It stumbled a couple of times when i started it, but then seemed fine after that. I figured the stumbling may have just been some residue from before the sensor

Re: [MBZ] OT business idea

2008-12-01 Thread harry watkins
Tell me Rich, do you see any down sides to it? :) Harry It does not exist. You need to collect stuff that is highly distributed and low volume. You will need to give them containers to store the stuff in. It will be more effort for the source to separate and deal with it, so you might

Re: [MBZ] OT: welding cast iron

2008-11-26 Thread harry watkins
. http://www.aluminumrepair.com/hts528.asp Harry I have a bench in the yard, park bench-style, cast-iron frame and wooden slats. Part of the frame is cracked -- can I weld this with a flux-core MIG? Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] OT - faucet

2008-11-25 Thread harry watkins
of the taper. I've used this set up for many years, even had a cheater bar on at least one time. Harry Thanks. 'Think I'll get 'em. Even if they don't help with this faucet problem (though they may), they may be handy for something else later. Wilton

Re: [MBZ] Installing front shocks on my 300TD wagon - should I try this at home?

2008-11-25 Thread harry watkins
My 300 SDL front shocks have a rubber bump stop. It does not come with the new shock kit, about $8 each I think. They may last a long time before RR is needed, but I couldn't tell condition until I was in there. Harry On my buddy's 79 SL if I recall there were some big rubber bump stop

Re: [MBZ] Installing front shocks on my 300TD wagon - should I try this at home?

2008-11-25 Thread harry watkins
These look like a super sized handle from a jump rope. Mine were Bilsteins from Rusty's 40% October discount sale. Of course the SDL is a 126. To be sure, check out his web site. Harry The Bilsteins come with em for the W123. -Rolf harry watkins wrote: My 300 SDL front shocks have

Re: [MBZ] OT - faucet

2008-11-25 Thread harry watkins
A guy that can RR a 124 evap outside in the hot sun can... If it was me, I would remove the sink and go from there. Harry Yes, I've been thinking, too, that I may have to remove it from the underside. 'Been reluctant to try that so far 'cause it's so hard to get to it way up in a very

Re: [MBZ] OT: The West Wing

2008-11-23 Thread harry watkins
Jim Around here they always talk in cost per sq ft, makes it easy to compare. Harry - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, November 23, 2008 6:42 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: The West Wing Yeah

Re: [MBZ] OT: The West Wing

2008-11-23 Thread harry watkins
with the money. BTDT. Be hard with the money. Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman

Re: [MBZ] OT: Fed Reserve News

2008-11-20 Thread harry watkins
The sad part for us is that no one will blame him for anything, it will all be Bush's fault for four years, even when he can't keep all those promises. No pressure, no worry. Harry - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT Heat pump freezing up

2008-11-20 Thread harry watkins
Our frost line could get to 1/2 inch in a bad year. :). When I was in Michigan's UP, the lake near my house was used for ice fishing and the holes through the ice looked less than a foot to me. Harry - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Diesel List mercedes

Re: [MBZ] heat pumps geothermal

2008-11-20 Thread harry watkins
www.waterfurnance.com is what I have, don't know about any others. Try a google search. Harry Which brand is the effective ground source heat pump to buy.? value for money. mak ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor

Re: [MBZ] OT Heat pump freezing up

2008-11-19 Thread harry watkins
water mix was 60 degrees F, 12 years ago and remains that now. Mine cost three times that of an air unit, but like Jim said, if you have room to install the tubes in a horizontal ditch, its much cheaper. Having a six foot deep pond nearby is even cheaper. Harry There's a company up here

Re: [MBZ] OT Heat pump freezing up

2008-11-19 Thread harry watkins
Mine is a 3-ton Water Furnance. http://www.waterfurnace.com/ Harry Geothermal or ground- source air conditioner is the efficient unit ,who makes them? mak There's a company up here designing some that can work down to -40F. I'm considering one of the type that circulates coolant

Re: [MBZ] Hero tool of the day

2008-11-17 Thread harry watkins
Randy wrote The key ended up smack dab in the middle under the car. Everything always does, NASA uses this technique to calibrate their equipment. :) Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] Radios

2008-11-17 Thread harry watkins
Andrew, I'll get it done tomorrow. Harry Harry, If it was too large then it probably wouldn't fit my 1 5/8 high dash opening. If you would like to send me privately a photo or two showing the cross section I would know for sure. http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Radios

2008-11-16 Thread harry watkins
Tom I have an old Becker I got from Ebay many years ago that would not fit. If I send you some numbers off it, could you tell if its what you need? Harry - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday

Re: [MBZ] Radios

2008-11-16 Thread harry watkins
Okay so, not Tom, but Andrew. Harry - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, November 16, 2008 11:56 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Radios Does anyone want to part with a THIN profile Becker radio

Re: [MBZ] Hammie passes inspection

2008-11-15 Thread harry watkins
Congratulations on passing the inspection. Tires. Harry - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 15, 2008 4:38 PM Subject: [MBZ] Hammie passes inspection As always its handy to know a guy who knows

[MBZ] Hero tool of the day

2008-11-15 Thread harry watkins
My magnetic floor sweep. I dropped a small nut that naturally went into the cat litter under the car and within two inches of center (as always). Strong light, on my belly, no luck. Then I remembered buying one of those floor sweeps, rolled it under the car and heard the click, done. Harry

Re: [MBZ] Hammie passes inspection

2008-11-15 Thread harry watkins
Heh heh, not true, I knew you passed when you said you gave money to the GUY. Can't pass without that. :) Harry - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com; Wilton Strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, November

[MBZ] A Mobil-one success story

2008-11-14 Thread harry watkins
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Re: [MBZ] OT: '01 Jetta

2008-11-11 Thread harry watkins
of and on and easy to RR the shocks. One of the two bottom mounting bolts is eccentric and is adjustable. I always made a precise scribe mark for reassemble and got away without an alignment. The Jetta may not be the same, if it is, go for it. Harry - Original Message - From: Curt

Re: [MBZ] OT Small home generators

2008-11-09 Thread harry watkins
Mike Thanks for the input, sounds like what I'm looking for. Can you provide some more info, where, what and how much. Starts easy, hard ? Harry I have one of the four stroke 2000w models and I love it. It runs the sump pump and lights very well if the power goes out. It will start

Re: [MBZ] Bolt cutters

2008-11-09 Thread harry watkins
I got mine from Harbor Freight (about $20) and for the dozen or so times I've used them, I have no complaints. My advice is to buy the big set because you never know... Harry I am looking to buy a bolt cutter. The initial use will be cutting hog panels. Does anyone have suggestions

Re: [MBZ] OT Small home generators

2008-11-09 Thread harry watkins
] OT Small home generators Harry, I have no idea on the make..it looks like a honda engine clone. I bought mine at Grossman's bargain outlet on clearance for $138 with tax and all. It has really been a lifesaver, i can carry it anywhere, it is extremely quiet and starts easily. Set

Re: [MBZ] IT LIVES!!!

2008-11-09 Thread harry watkins
Congratulations Curt, enjoy. Harry Well I guess you knew it was alive but tonight I got all the brakes setup to my satisfaction, bled them and got new fluid through all the lines, got the parking brake set so it seems pretty good (the foot pedal still needs work) so I took him for a ride

[MBZ] OT Small home generators

2008-11-08 Thread harry watkins
enough to haul around by hand and use away from the house. Thanks Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

[MBZ] OT Maybe an answer? Who knows

2008-11-08 Thread harry watkins
This was on Drudge tonight and the whole article can be gotten there. $250 is one months power bill for me, HEY, sign me up. Nuclear power plants smaller than a garden shed and able to power 20,000 homes will be on sale within five years, say scientists at Los Alamos, the US government

Re: [MBZ] 240D front brake replacement proceedure

2008-11-05 Thread harry watkins
Sorry Curt A weak attempt to be cute, should have put on a smiley face. However, I like your deep, think ahead attitude and I was sincere about having you work on my cars anytime. Now I understand about the rotors. Harry The car sat, the rotors are toast... I don't understand the last

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

2008-11-04 Thread harry watkins
. Let it run for a few seconds and go back to six. Harry - Original Message - From: Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2008 7:58 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Was 300E oil, now Batteries and cold When I was in college

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

2008-11-04 Thread harry watkins
K.I. Sawyer, 4 long years. Flew into to your place every now and then on the milk run. You guys had it soft.:) Harry - Original Message - From: Wilton Strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2008 8:54 AM Subject

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

2008-11-04 Thread harry watkins
Mine was a 1959 or 1960. It would go from 0 to 60 in two hours and 15 minutes with a top speed of 78 MPH. I tried it one time, got scared and backed off. Harry A six cylinder rambler with the flat head 6? The last year they made the flat head 6 was 1963. Thanks, Tom Hargrave

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

2008-11-04 Thread harry watkins
Ten years earlier, HH 43Bs. Harry '71 -'75 with B-52's at Kincheloe; you? Wilton - Original Message - From: harry watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 04, 2008 10:01 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Was 300E oil, now Batteries

Re: [MBZ] this is not about politics, its about voting

2008-11-04 Thread harry watkins
election and everyone tries to one up the other side. Am I wrong? Harry Hi Donald - Maybe you can help me understand something? Certain people are not allowed to vote - felons, illegal aliens, under 18, dead people, etc. How are those people weeded out of the voting process? I assume

Re: [MBZ] this is not about politics, its about voting

2008-11-04 Thread harry watkins
, a guy in line said, if you'll go get it, I'll pay for it. And we did. Today, one lady said, you're the first one to thank us. Harry Thank god for little old ladies eh? Who would run the polls without them? -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

[MBZ] 85 TD on ebay

2008-11-04 Thread harry watkins
With a few minutes to go, its at $6K. I'll start shining mine up next week. Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] Bill back in hosp, was Home again - but none the wiser.

2008-11-04 Thread harry watkins
Bill and Sue continue on my prayer list. Thanks for keeping us informed Sue. God Bless Harry . FYI: Bill went back to the hospital this afternoon. Scheduled for a cardiac cath tomorrow afternoon...sue ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] 240D front brake replacement proceedure

2008-11-04 Thread harry watkins
are going to do it, I would love for you to work on any of my cars. But not my golf cart, sorry. Harry Okay so my paranoia about the 190D's diff has subsided a bit, it occurs to me that smart money would fix my 240D since its potentially less broke. Help me out here, I've never done front brakes

Re: [MBZ] Intermittent Temp Gauge: Related Subject............

2008-11-02 Thread harry watkins
Wilton, explain the trouble you had in removing yours and what the problem turned out to be. I could not find it in my folders. Harry - Original Message - From: Wilton Strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2008 4

Re: [MBZ] OT, ladybugs

2008-11-01 Thread harry watkins
They may not be lady bugs. A year or so back, there was an article in our paper that said what was stopping by here was a look alike. I also read somewhere that some people make big money by netting lady bugs by the bushel and selling them to farmers. Harry - Original Message

Re: [MBZ] From Mrs Bill // RE: Thanks for helping me with my new O309DMotoroam. (For kaleb prices!)

2008-10-31 Thread harry watkins
Bill and Mrs Bill are on my prayer list. Please keep us informed. Harry Bill asked me to apologize to you all for some of the things he wrote today -- not sure what that was, because I don't have the energy to read through them. But apparently he was in the throes of congestive heart

Re: [MBZ] Finally...Glow Plug Drama in my Life

2008-10-31 Thread harry watkins
Fuse? Harry - Original Message - From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 31, 2008 10:05 PM Subject: [MBZ] Finally...Glow Plug Drama in my Life The last few days the glow plug light would stay on for about 5

Re: [MBZ] A test

2008-10-31 Thread harry watkins
U failed as usual. - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 31, 2008 11:43 PM Subject: [MBZ] A test Just having a little trouble with the old ISP... -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] w115 inside-the-dash questions!

2008-10-30 Thread harry watkins
Gorilla tape is great, that's all I buy now. I had a metal sliver I couldn't reach with tweezers and the old glue trick failed. G-tape got it out and it felt like some of my skin came with it. Harry Has anybody tried Gorilla tape yet? I used to be able to get real Nashua brand duct tape

Re: [MBZ] OT - home hot and cold water filters

2008-10-30 Thread harry watkins
built the house on a basement, I don't need a pump, hot goes up, cold goes down and the hot water stays near the faucets. Without a basement, you only need a small partial amp pump to do the same thing. Sure is convenient and saves a lot of water. Harry - Original Message - From: OK

Re: [MBZ] 240D update

2008-10-27 Thread harry watkins
Thanks Curt Harry 5119K11 Curt What was the part number? I'm having trouble matching up what you have. Thanks Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 190D diff update

2008-10-27 Thread harry watkins
May be a good time to flush with a cleaner of some kind. Harry My Indy spent some time with it running on the lift and says he's pretty sure its the diff. It seems unlikely to me that it would immediately get quieter when changing to Mobil 1 if it were wheel bearings. It is a bearing kind

Re: [MBZ] 240D update

2008-10-26 Thread harry watkins
Curt What was the part number? I'm having trouble matching up what you have. Thanks Harry I got mine from McMaster Carr, they have an EXCELLENT website. Its like being able to go to the best hardware store ever and putter around until you find what you need. The stuff I got is all

Re: [MBZ] W124 hose question

2008-10-24 Thread harry watkins
There is a tank at the end of that hose, a little larger than a football. You have to remove the inner fender to see it, just a few screws. Harry - Original Message - From: Wilton Strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, October 24

Re: [MBZ] MB wiper blade inserts?

2008-10-22 Thread harry watkins
Thanks Wilton, I'm good to go now and will look forward to using inserts in the future. Harry If the ends of one of the C-looking clamps or clips built into the blade holder are in the short little slots about 1/4 inch from the closed end of the lower or inner groove, that should

Re: [MBZ] Repair of W124 odometer

2008-10-22 Thread harry watkins
Luther Yes, please post the pictures, my SDL needs the fix. Harry YES, the SDL odometer had to be rebuilt also! Though it's all gears and NO shaft. The cost $75 for new gears and less than 30 (battery cable disconnect to reconnect, with pictures of each step) minutes of time. I should

Re: [MBZ] erl agin

2008-10-22 Thread harry watkins
Rusty sells Mobil 1 air in measured packages, just select a four or five case (to cover spare tire) and use the full amount in each tire. KISS Harry I use Mobil 1 air in my tires, will that help? But I don't know how often I should change it, or what weight to use. --R

Re: [MBZ] erl agin

2008-10-22 Thread harry watkins
You can always find it on ebay, but I worry about quality. Harry - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2008 9:16 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] erl agin Mobil 1 Synthair, it's a lot better than

Re: [MBZ] MB wiper blade inserts?

2008-10-21 Thread harry watkins
Chuck Thanks for the input. I don't recall a curve in the metal strips. I need to eyeball this thing again. Harry - Original Message - From: Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 12:40 AM Subject

Re: [MBZ] MB wiper blade inserts?

2008-10-21 Thread harry watkins
strips out. (sigh) Do over time. But, I am smarted, I think. Harry - Original Message - From: Wilton Strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 12:54 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MB wiper blade inserts? When installed

[MBZ] MB wiper blade inserts?

2008-10-20 Thread harry watkins
? Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] MB wiper blade inserts?

2008-10-20 Thread harry watkins
Thanks Wilton, I did it right by mistake, but I'll take it.:) Harry - Original Message - From: Wilton Strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, October 20, 2008 12:29 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MB wiper blade inserts? The stainless

Re: [MBZ] 1990 350SDL

2008-10-19 Thread harry watkins
if you decide to own it. Harry Harry asks Wouldn't an oil analysis give a clue about rod bending With the symptoms Peter describes (see below) it happens so suddenly that I'm wondering if there's any advance notice. As far as the rod bending, would the rod loose parts of itself as it bends

Re: [MBZ] 1990 350SDL

2008-10-19 Thread harry watkins
are no longer sealing properly Don't buy that one. Harry - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, October 19, 2008 9:20 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1990 350SDL Peter is correct. Oil analysis depends

[MBZ] OT Got my washer filter installed

2008-10-18 Thread harry watkins
jog of cutting rubber hose. It will be my tool of choice for those jobs in the future. Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] OT Got my washer filter installed

2008-10-18 Thread harry watkins
Kaleb, Mine cost $166 delivered. http://www.laundry-alternative.com/catalog/Septic_Systems-4-1.html Harry OK, tell me about this again. Where did you get it and how much did it cost? I am in septic, and was never aware of this problem when we were discussing it a while back

Re: [MBZ] 1990 350SDL

2008-10-18 Thread harry watkins
Larry Wouldn't an oil analysis give a clue about rod bending? If the cylinders are being worn, I would think something would show up. My experience with SOAP made me believe nothing could go undetected. Harry I think I'll have a look at the 90 I mentioned - 272K miles, no oil with 3K

[MBZ] OT Wal-Mart's new small store format

2008-10-14 Thread harry watkins
They have a hard time getting enough inner city land for the big stores, so here they go. Wal-Mart (NYSE:WMT) , the largest US retailer, on Thursday launched its first new store concept in a decade with the opening of four small grocery stores in the Phoenix, Arizona area, which are are less

Re: [MBZ] High Volume, Low Pressure Spray Gun Kit

2008-10-10 Thread harry watkins
Would spraying rattle can clear coat over the rattle can paint job be a good idea? I have an old Ford 150 trash truck that needs something if I can expect to sell it for more than $200. Harry I'm already thinking I may get some spray bombs for my 240D So far I've been pleased

Re: [MBZ] OT: bailout

2008-10-10 Thread harry watkins
He only suffers a loss if he sold it. Now, losing value is another thing, not only BTDT, but doing it more every day. :( Harry My 29 y.o. son just made his first stock purchase yesterday - AIG @$2.45 Today he has his first capital loss to take the edge of yesterday's euphoria

Re: [MBZ] OT: bailout

2008-10-10 Thread harry watkins
Go to GM, 5%+ dividend, beaten down price, gov help on the way. Harry What's the attraction? It's expensive compared to AIG or FNM and has no dividend either.. Tell him if he wants to play with beaten down insurance companies, buy their debt, not their equity. Take a look at ticker symbol

Re: [MBZ] I had a fun time yesterday - I'm mostly recovered now (try toread without laughing)

2008-10-02 Thread harry watkins
ROTFLMAO. I hate to laugh at your suffering, but I can't help it. Very funny if its someone else. Harry - Original Message - From: Max Dillon [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2008 6:05 AM Subject: [MBZ] I had a fun time yesterday - I'm mostly

[MBZ] OT, A water circuit breaker for the home

2008-09-28 Thread harry watkins
back to the 30 minute default. http://www.flologic.com/Automatic-Water-Shutoff-System.html Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] OT, A water circuit breaker for the home

2008-09-28 Thread harry watkins
the spiders, dug the dirt away and turned it off there. It is cool Harry - Original Message - From: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, September 28, 2008 10:29 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT, A water circuit breaker for the home Cool! I

Re: [MBZ] OT was what about you, now Washer Lint

2008-09-25 Thread harry watkins
Alex, I sure hope someone responds to this with suggestions. Everything I have tried was a PITA. Maybe take a tip from the biodiesel crowd for filter material? Thanks Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] OT was what about you, now Washer Lint

2008-09-25 Thread harry watkins
Allan, I would like one large enough to make it a monthly service. After I use the one I ordered for awhile I'll know more. Might even put two in series. Harry The laundry lint filter I posted is really just a small filter bag hanging in a plastic canister. NOTHING high-tech about

Re: [MBZ] OT was what about you, now Washer Lint

2008-09-24 Thread harry watkins
for just the washer water but I don't have a good plan in my head yet. Harry - Original Message - From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, September 24, 2008 11:27 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT was what about you, now Washer Lint

Re: [MBZ] OT was what about you, now Washer Lint

2008-09-24 Thread harry watkins
Allan Many thanks, I believe this may be the answer to my problem. I'll have one on order shortly. I'll try an installation just upstream from the pump drum and leave my filter in place, at least for awhile. Thanks Harry I have a lint filter on my washer drain, since we're on a septic

Re: [MBZ] OT was what about you, now Washer Lint

2008-09-24 Thread harry watkins
I may consider building one with more capacity after I see how this works. All of my gray water will be going through it where I plan the installation, which will include a tub, shower, two bathroom sinks, the washer and a utility room deep sink. I have one on order. Thanks again Harry

[MBZ] OT was what about you, now Washer Lint

2008-09-23 Thread harry watkins
If you really won't lint, strain the washer water. I plumbed my house for both black and gray sewage. The black goes directly to the septic plant. The gray goes to a settlement barrel, then to a 55 gallon barrel with a float operated pump. I made a six port manifold that allows gray water to

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