[MBZ] Where is A/C evap drain, 240D?

2005-11-15 Thread Harry Watkins
This is an 81 manual tranny. I found something just over the tranny that fell apart when I touched it. Seemed like rotten foam rubber. Where does it go through the floor? What is it made of? How long should it be? Has anyone came up with a substitute? Thanks. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86

Re: [MBZ] [Fwd: purging fuel]

2005-11-18 Thread Harry Watkins
I did it with a Rabbit when my wife filled it with gas. Wedged an air hose in the filler with a rag and regulated 7 lbs of air. Had a hose attached to the tube at the engine and let it go into 5 gallon bucket. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

[MBZ] Where are you Joe Knight, HELP

2005-11-19 Thread Harry Watkins
and if I do one side at a time, two trips. Its been a while since the source was posted, but if you or someone else remembers, please let me know. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sat Nov 19 13:51:15 2005 Received: from

Re: [MBZ] Head gasket blown?

2005-11-24 Thread Harry Watkins
Why not do a blow down test? One at a time, put each cylinder at TDC, feed in some compressed air and see what happens. Is there a reason this should not be done on a diesel? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] OT older VW diesels

2005-11-27 Thread Harry Watkins
as many miles on these two. I got just over 40 MPG on the pickup and about 48 on the 84 sedan. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: kevin kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent

[MBZ] OT, Duct Tape

2005-11-29 Thread Harry Watkins
Is there a Mercedes of duct tape out there (used to be Cadillac of duct tape) ;). The stuff I have now doesn't seem to stack up like in past years. I thought maybe someone has done some leg work to find a good brand. If so, please share. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86

Re: [MBZ] OT, Duct Tape

2005-11-29 Thread Harry Watkins
David You're right about the metal tape, it is good and I have a roll. I try to save it for those special jobs and let duct tape handle the light weight stuff. Thanks. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans Harry Watkins wrote

[MBZ] OT Duct Tape and hello Chuck test

2005-11-30 Thread Harry Watkins
if you get this, if you don't get it, just disregard. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] cold day reflections on owning a diesel

2005-12-03 Thread Harry Watkins
a car, the ones that did shared. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans When I was in high I did not have a car not many of us did. Dave, least you had the 1985 crown vic and the space shuttle astrovan to put around in. You were doing real

Re: [MBZ] cold day reflections on owning a diesel

2005-12-03 Thread Harry Watkins
When you were born, I was a Marine without indoor plumbing in Korea. Growing up, we moved into a house with plumbing when I was in the 2nd grade. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED

[MBZ] carfax request

2005-12-06 Thread Harry Watkins
Should be an 85 300 TD. WDBAB93C1FF047874 Thanks. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] transmission rebuilding

2005-12-07 Thread Harry Watkins
job of showing and describing details. I can't remember what I paid, but I think it was about $30. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans From: David Bruckmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2005 5:19 PM Subject

Re: [MBZ] Buying a car in GA and registering it in OK

2005-12-11 Thread Harry Watkins
. I got home without a problem. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Tom Reynolds [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, December 10

[MBZ] Why is my 85 300 TD running cold?

2005-12-12 Thread Harry Watkins
if this is normal or not. MPG = 23, is that about right? Any ideas? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mon Dec 12 02:24:33 2005 Received: from bee.hiwaay.net ([216.180.54.11]) by server5.arterytc5.net with esmtps (TLSv1:DES

Re: [MBZ] Why is my 85 300 TD running cold?

2005-12-12 Thread Harry Watkins
I will replace the T-stat, I am making up my Rusty order right now. I'll also test the old and new side by side on the stove, JFME :) Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'd still

Re: [MBZ] Buying a car in GA and registering it in OK:

2005-12-12 Thread Harry Watkins
Hey Tom You know how to do it right, good job. 20 x 20 hind sight, I was legal and didn't know it. Have a good round trip. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Tom Reynolds [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 350 sdl a/c clutch r/r

2005-12-13 Thread Harry Watkins
tool you need and they may have a loaner snap ring tool. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Constantine N. Polites [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, December 12, 2005 4:25 PM Subject: [MBZ] 350

Re: [MBZ] OT: Genset

2005-12-15 Thread Harry Watkins
Jim Good deal, sounds like you are close to success. You're a good writer and I always enjoy what you have to report, however, I still envy your justification to own a Unimog. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message

[MBZ] Fw: Why is my 85 300 TD running cold?

2005-12-17 Thread Harry Watkins
Sorry Marshall, I thought I was sending this to the list. Forgot to look. Harry - Original Message - From: Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, December 16, 2005 6:39 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Why is my 85 300 TD running cold? Marshall

Re: [MBZ] Little heat in 91 126

2005-12-17 Thread Harry Watkins
Wilton I had the same problem with my 85 300 TD. Last night I replaced the t-stat and the temp got in the right groove during a test drive. On the stove test, the old one opened at 60 C and the new one at 82 C. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual

[MBZ] Old Thermostat flush tool?

2005-12-17 Thread Harry Watkins
To all Now that I have an old thermostat, what is required to make a flush tool? Anyone BTDT? Thanks Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

[MBZ] What is this vacuum device?

2005-12-20 Thread Harry Watkins
tubes go? Thanks for any help. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] O.T.- Air Purifiers

2005-12-22 Thread Harry Watkins
say one type did best. I'll try to find their response and post it later. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 22

[MBZ] Anyone know of a good seat repair site?

2005-12-26 Thread Harry Watkins
can see how things work and be able to inspect for wear or damage. I hope someone has a procedure, or steps to follow. Anyone? Thanks Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

[MBZ] Anyone know of a good seat repair site?

2005-12-26 Thread Harry Watkins
see how things work and be able to inspect for wear or damage. I hope someone has a procedure, or steps to follow. Anyone? Thanks Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] Anyone know of a good seat repair site?

2005-12-26 Thread Harry Watkins
a center screw out. However, after that its still a guess. You really don't mean a drill bit, do you? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] Anyone know of a good seat repair site?

2005-12-26 Thread Harry Watkins
the move. I plan to drill a hole in the motor frame to cure that problem. Until I reassemble, I don't know if you can crank the motors with the motor frame fastened to the side rails or not, I have them loose right now so I can move it all around. I'll post my findings. Harry Watkins Newton, MS

Re: [MBZ] SOS - '87 190Dt Overheat!

2005-12-28 Thread Harry Watkins
Careful with that water hose in the radiator. House hold pressure can be up to 50lbs, more than some radiators can take. Ask the preacher what happened when I worked on one of the church buses, don't ask me. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] Need EE help to test SDL seat motor

2005-12-30 Thread Harry Watkins
I plugged it in the car, the fore/aft would only go aft. The rear up/down would only go down. The front up/down does okey. I'll try to find out what the switch is sending to the seat next. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans Its no fun working

Re: [MBZ] Need EE help to test SDL seat motor

2005-12-30 Thread Harry Watkins
Wow Curt, that's someting I want to try. How much tear down is needed to get a shot inside? Curt wrote: I was surprised how easily a shot of contact cleaner fixed the seat switches in my 190D. I squirted a little in there without even taking the switch apart, just stuck the little straw around

[MBZ] Sweet seat success

2006-01-01 Thread Harry Watkins
first. then compressed air and then the contact cleaner. A few switching cycles and everything began to work. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] OT: Genset

2006-01-03 Thread Harry Watkins
a rag over it, got under a tarp to eyeball. We used light tables to check flatness of carbon seals for jet engines but that was a tad more sophisticated than what Dad did. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Jim

Re: [MBZ] OT: Genset

2006-01-05 Thread Harry Watkins
Congrates, GO GOO. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2006 5:20 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Genset After

[MBZ] Fw: Auto Shipping

2006-01-08 Thread Harry Watkins
Donald I used Allen Smith Auto Transport one time, door to door, from North Chicago to Newton, Ms, 86 SDL, $450 total. That was over two years ago when gas prices were lower. He and his son go everywhere except the NE in the winter. He has a 41 foot three car hauler, is fully insured and

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Any Know of an Acura List?

2006-01-09 Thread Harry Watkins
Bob I had two different people tell me that Auto Zone would hook up and tell me why my Toyota Check engine light was on. I took care of it myself but it might be worth a phone call to see how long their string is. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual

[MBZ] Does this mean Mobil 1 will be replaced?

2006-01-09 Thread Harry Watkins
http://www.physorg.com/news8947.html I wish I was smart enough to understand it all, but I am not. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] Does this mean Mobil 1 will be replaced?

2006-01-10 Thread Harry Watkins
Craig You're right, your link was the correct one. I got to it through a link at the other site. This sounds exciting, especially if, like you said, Mobil 1 could add it to their product. Harry On Mon, 9 Jan 2006 15:52:14 -0600 Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http

Re: [MBZ] CR report on headlight bulbs

2006-01-16 Thread Harry Watkins
into the US. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Dave M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] Harry, What were your plans that are now kinked? For the record, any cars with 9004 bulbs are screwed - there is nothing you can do

Re: [MBZ] CR report on headlight bulbs

2006-01-16 Thread Harry Watkins
Bill CR did two tests, one for distance, outside on a moonless night, standing still and seeing what distance they could see signs they had set up. The brightness test was inside a dark building where they measured illuminance. Sounds like that may be what you saw in your shed. Harry Watkins

[MBZ] Tire repair supplies

2006-03-19 Thread Harry Watkins
I cannot find a source for the so called mushroom tire patch. I have over Googled and getting dizzy. Anyone ? TIA Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] Steel ball of main oil gallery

2006-03-19 Thread Harry Watkins
I believe it provides a means to rod out and clean oil passages. I don't think its done unless the block is out of the car. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: ned kleinhenz [EMAIL PROTECTED] Just a point

Re: [MBZ] Vacuum cruise controls

2006-03-25 Thread Harry Watkins
That's exactly what I thought, amazing. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, March 24, 2006 10:52 PM Subject: [MBZ] Vacuum

Re: [MBZ] '87 td for $3900

2006-03-27 Thread Harry Watkins
I am sorry for your loss Rick, your family is in my prayers. Harry Watkins Newton, MS Sorry for the late reply on this one, my brother passed away this evening. I Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT

Re: [MBZ] Headlight relays---Kaleb?

2006-03-27 Thread Harry Watkins
to teach me EPC and ... Hurry back Joe. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans Joe Knight just picked up a set ... Haven't heard anything from him lately. Is he not on this list? Craig

Re: [MBZ] Project 240D in Oregon

2006-03-27 Thread Harry Watkins
Congratulations Jim. Harry - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, March 27, 2006 4:31 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Project 240D in Oregon (The cruise is fixed. What a nightmare!) -- Jim March 25, 2006

Re: [MBZ] 603 Fan removal

2006-03-31 Thread Harry Watkins
the info. Then, many moons later he returned from his vacation with Katrina and answered my old email and here we are again. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Joe Knight [EMAIL PROTECTED] In place of the proper

Re: [MBZ] Project 240D in Oregon

2006-04-04 Thread Harry Watkins
Neat Jim, I'm glad its working out so well Harry - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, April 04, 2006 1:05 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Project 240D in Oregon Drove it to band tonight. Raining, car full of the

Re: [MBZ] 82 300D-T running hot after acid flush

2006-04-04 Thread Harry Watkins
the flush thing. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] checking the actual temperature of the head. I am thinking I should just change the sensor. Why potentially waste money

Re: [MBZ] Project 240D in Oregon

2006-04-06 Thread Harry Watkins
Where do you plan to market it? Harry - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Pulled the hood ornament. Looking at the manual, the old epoxied POS, and the (partial) new star I now see what the huge spring to the bottom of the grille is about: the locking collar is

Re: [MBZ] The Single Most Useful Tool

2006-04-07 Thread Harry Watkins
at the name of the site and you can understand why. :) http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/default.asp?s_id=0 Keleb must have a deal going. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: B Dike [EMAIL PROTECTED] in my toolbox

Re: [MBZ] 190D status (glow plugs today)

2006-04-10 Thread Harry Watkins
Don't tell SWMBA this but someone as smart as you are only unemployed because you want to be :). If you were here, I'd pay you $4 an hour to work on the golf course, you could quit when you got rich. Harry - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion

Re: [MBZ] Nice 95 S350D

2006-04-14 Thread Harry Watkins
Did the 95 350D have bad engines? I thought it was only low 90s. Anyhoo, the electronics scares me off. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans I'm cheap too, but selectively so. Otherwise, I'd still be driving my 1969 Plymouth Valiant. Sure

Re: [MBZ] Hard Starting 240D

2006-04-17 Thread Harry Watkins
Sure sounds like glow plugs. If you can direct some hot air into the intake with a heat gun or blow dryer and it starts better, probably is glow plugs. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Fred Johnson [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Special tools

2006-04-19 Thread Harry Watkins
Good tip John. I've got some laying around but never thought of this. Thanks Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Dicussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: Banned List

Re: [MBZ] W123 euro ?

2006-04-26 Thread Harry Watkins
Joe That may be for the headlight up and down vacuum control, there is one on my Euro but its out of state with a grandson so I can't look. It works. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Joe Knight [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 124 brokn wndo

2006-04-29 Thread Harry Watkins
Wilton Tell me about water injection in the BUFF and KC 135. Maybe only one had it, ICR. Thanks Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: wilton strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday

Re: [MBZ] Too young for a Wagon?

2006-04-29 Thread Harry Watkins
Sure is small, was my first impression of my 85 TD. I really like to drive it and I love its versatility but my first MB was an 86 SDL and I always go back to that, spoiled I guess. When time allows, I'll make some repairs and Ebay it. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL

Re: [MBZ] 124 brkn wndo

2006-04-30 Thread Harry Watkins
Thanks Wilton Harry - Original Message - From: wilton strickland [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, April 29, 2006 9:21 PM Subject: [MBZ] 124 brkn wndo Harry, all BUFF's prior to H model used water injection for ~2 min on takeoff only; increased thrust ~2.5k

Re: [MBZ] cruise control amps

2006-05-17 Thread Harry Watkins
It was Jim Friesen Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:21 PM Subject: [MBZ] cruise control amps I've been

[MBZ] DIY tire repair

2006-05-18 Thread Harry Watkins
The first one took me two hours but I've cut that in half. Anyone out there that can share knowledge and experience with me? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] DIY tire repair

2006-05-19 Thread Harry Watkins
I bought the Harbor Freight Portable Tire Changer for $36 through the Inside Track Club and their tire spreader for $20. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] DIY tire repair

2006-05-19 Thread Harry Watkins
You've got that right, its hard work. However, I'm not running a tire shop, just trying to get things done right and not have to repay for do overs. I expect to do less than a dozen tires a year, but I'll feel good about what the family is riding on. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85

Re: [MBZ] anyone need 240D parts?

2006-05-19 Thread Harry Watkins
Kaleb wrote: I have a big stack of starters. Not sure what to do with them as most people buy new ones. A friend built a saw mill and used a stack of starters to move large logs and position them for cutting. It was quite a show and it worked well after getting the starters located where

Re: [MBZ] DIY tire repair

2006-05-20 Thread Harry Watkins
it right off the car and it failed. I cleaned it up and it still failed. I removed the weights, balanced it and no more shaking. Of course that could be the beginning of a separation. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message

Re: [MBZ] Brake Pad Suggestion

2006-05-20 Thread Harry Watkins
Any idea what the rotor wear and tear comparisons are between OE and ceramic pads? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, May 20, 2006 12:22 AM Subject: Re

Re: [MBZ] The sick OM616: one last gasp?

2006-05-30 Thread Harry Watkins
Could the thin flush be getting into the combustion area and being used as fuel? Harry - Original Message - From: Steve MacSween [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 30, 2006 1:06 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] The sick OM616: one last gasp? on

Re: [MBZ] 82 300TDt -wrecked

2006-06-02 Thread Harry Watkins
Joe Knight wrote this back in April. His approach paid off. Finally! Just heard from the Farmers agent from up in the Redding area. She'd just gotten back from the body shop and has authorized repairs totalling a tad over $7200, supplements to follow. Anybody think of anything else I should

Re: [MBZ] Reply if you are getting this message.

2006-06-06 Thread Harry Watkins
Kaleb Its good here, post a paypal account and I'll help your change over with some $$. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; [EMAIL PROTECTED

[MBZ] 240D Evap drain tube?

2006-06-09 Thread Harry Watkins
Someone please tell me how to get to the evap drain tube. Its leaking or missing. 1981 Manny tran. Right side inside? Left side inside? Under the car? Any idea what size hose I'll need for a replacement? Thanks Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual

[MBZ] SDL using more front shocks than oil.

2006-06-12 Thread Harry Watkins
and the right appears dry but is very soft and makes a rubbing noise. Anyone out there BTDT. Anyone with a clue, I can't see a way to install them wrong but I could be wrong. Help!!! Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

[MBZ] Fw: SDL using more front shocks than oil.

2006-06-13 Thread Harry Watkins
will have to go through Bilstein and he didn't know how or who. Anybody got a clue? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] What could cause the front shocks to fail so often

Re: [MBZ] ADMIN, name calling, part 2, moron

2005-09-30 Thread Harry Watkins
Hear, Hear! Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] The MORON thread has gotten out of control. We now have people using profanity which is not appropriate. This is the last

Re: [MBZ] Auto Shipping

2005-10-02 Thread Harry Watkins
Rick I used Allen Smith Auto Transport one time, door to door, from North Chicago to Newton, Ms, 86 SDL, $450 total. That was over a year ago when gas prices were lower. He and his son go everywhere except the NE in the winter. He has a 41 foot three car hauler, is fully insured and meets all

[MBZ] Consumers Reports battery ratings

2005-10-10 Thread Harry Watkins
. Interesting read. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

[MBZ] Fuel prices check site, quick and easy

2005-10-14 Thread Harry Watkins
Try this site. It worked for me today and was correct. It only missed one station in my zip code that sells diesel. http://autos.msn.com/everyday/gasstations.aspx?zip=src=Netx Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] Bilstein vs Monroe shocks on a 80 SD

2005-10-19 Thread Harry Watkins
. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] Working on the water pump - help needed

2005-10-30 Thread Harry Watkins
. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

[MBZ] Car alarm system, WHY?

2005-11-01 Thread Harry Watkins
that were directing traffic and they all smiled and shook their heads. I suppose a thief would get the same response. I hear alarms quite often in parking lots and never even look in that direction. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] Weight of Bio/ Aux Fuel Tank

2005-11-01 Thread Harry Watkins
Huh? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: John Ervine [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2005 2:09 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Weight of Bio

[MBZ] Confused with Service Manual Job No.

2005-11-03 Thread Harry Watkins
Working on a 126, headlights, group 82. On the page for job no. 82-0052 I am referred to 82-0040 to adjust the lights. I cannot find 82-0040 in either volume 1 or 2. Where am I going wrong? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans From [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TDT (W124) Climate Control Problems

2005-11-03 Thread Harry Watkins
Steve This is a site for a tool loan program that was set up to address just the situation you have. It seems to work real well but you'll have to ask if someone owns the test equipment you need. http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php3?t=126728 Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL

[MBZ] Test

2005-11-05 Thread Harry Watkins
Test From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sat Nov 05 06:49:10 2005 Received: from mail.vla.com ([65.19.58.5] helo=mail.losalamos.com) by server1.arterytc1.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1EYHrQ-00077Z-Mt for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Sat, 05 Nov 2005 06:49:09 + Received: from mccluskey

Re: [MBZ] Test

2005-11-05 Thread Harry Watkins
That hurts. Harry - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, November 05, 2005 10:05 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Test you failed Harry Watkins wrote: Test

Re: [MBZ] lack of smoke

2005-11-06 Thread Harry Watkins
to it. I adjusted the idle nut until I had a two foot flame and that got it real close. Hook it back up and tweak it out. Cheap driving with clean fuel. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] Pulling to one side after tire rotation

2005-11-07 Thread Harry Watkins
. Sounds like our problems were the same. Good luck with it. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2005 3:40 PM Subject: [MBZ

[MBZ] Prevent cracks on 603 heads, my solution

2005-11-08 Thread Harry Watkins
it, in fact I pay through the nose. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tue Nov 08 03:16:39 2005 Received: from xproxy.gmail.com ([66.249.82.193]) by server1.arterytc1.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1EZJyR-00072G-66

Re: [MBZ] Prevent cracks on 603 heads, my solution

2005-11-08 Thread Harry Watkins
The water pump and other equipment upgrades are for NPG, not NPG+ which is a drop-in replacement. I just looked at the web site and it's quite a bit lower - .68 verses 1.00 for water. This means that although the stuff won't boil, it's a much poorer conductor of heat than water. This may be why

Re: [MBZ] valve adjust EGR awfullness

2005-11-11 Thread Harry Watkins
Chris A guy at this site will make up EGR blocking kits if we come up with a 30+ order. They will be $29. I just put myself down for two and we should be getting close to the 30 needed. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans http

Re: [MBZ] Cell phones

2005-11-12 Thread Harry Watkins
with 100 minutes I almost never use. It was handy when Ivan came through Pensacola though. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] DIY toe in adjustment

2005-11-13 Thread Harry Watkins
Mike Take a look at this site for DIY alignment. It sounds like he my know what he's doing but who knows. Let us know. http://www.skidmore.edu/~pdwyer/amc/align.htm Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Mike

Re: [MBZ] Mechanic Malpractice (and stupid customers) wasReplacement Engine Compression

2006-01-17 Thread Harry Watkins
stuff. Boo hoo, sigh, sob, sob. I've got to get over it and get my car back. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] W210.025/OM606.962 delivery valves (finished!) -- HOWTO

2006-01-21 Thread Harry Watkins
A great write-up John. I've done the job on an SDL and your instructions would have been a treasure at that time. It goes in my vault for future use. Thanks for taking the time to share. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original

[MBZ] Intermittent cruise op, 85 TD

2006-01-21 Thread Harry Watkins
and quit. Coming back trip, it worked like a new one all the way with calling for it about four times. The return spring for the pedal seems pretty stiff to me and I wondered if that could be a cause. Where should I start looking? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold

Re: [MBZ] The Car has arrived

2006-01-24 Thread Harry Watkins
Way to go Don, congrats and good luck. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 24, 2006 8:24 AM Subject: [MBZ] The Car has arrived Well

[MBZ] Blower motor fuse, 300 SDL

2006-01-30 Thread Harry Watkins
don't know. Thanks Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

Re: [MBZ] New Lubro Moly product

2006-02-10 Thread Harry Watkins
Does it say shake well before using? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, February 09, 2006 3:17 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] New

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-12 Thread Harry Watkins
there and can see things not noticed at other places. I am looking for that next 4 for 1 split. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans

[MBZ] Fw: Off Topic - FloLogic, was keeping warm

2006-02-22 Thread Harry Watkins
- Original Message - From: Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Dave Wakin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2006 9:02 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Off Topic - FloLogic, was keeping warm $800, yeah, ouch. That is high but I would have paid that much with a smile the morning we

Re: [MBZ] Tiny Tach

2006-02-24 Thread Harry Watkins
I'll bet the battery is replaceable, just not allowed for in the design. How about that Jim Cathey, is the battery replaceable? Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ

[MBZ] Delvac antifreeze

2006-03-07 Thread Harry Watkins
; -- Detroit Diesel 7SE298; -- MTU 5048; and, -- Mercedes DBL 7700. For more information about the Mobil Delvac Extended Life Coolant/Antifreeze and other ExxonMobil products and services call 1-800-MOBIL25 or visit www.mobildelvac.com. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL

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