In a message dated 11/15/2005 6:11:35 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Jim, this is kind of directed at you, as I know you live in the Phoenix
area. Anyone else though, is free to respond.
I'm trying to make an action plan for getting the 240D on the road. I have a
In a message dated 11/15/2005 8:31:32 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Two problems with the SD re: idle:
1. When engine is cold (not ambient brr cold, just room temp, but worse
when truly COLD) it idles fine BUT as soon as I put it in reverse (or turn on
In a message dated 11/17/2005 7:58:04 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
1999 Chevy Malibu. About one time out of every four that you try to
start it, it fails to start and the THEFT SYSTEM light in the instrument
cluster starts blinking. The only solution is to
In a message dated 11/17/2005 5:35:03 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Other than looking for visible damage, is there a way to confirm tranny
mounts are good/bad??
Chuck just changed his. He may have something to contribute. Common
symptoms are a banging
In a message dated 11/20/2005 11:30:47 P.M. US Mountain Standard Tim,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Allright, I'll admit it: There's no way I'd attempt to rebuild my engine, so
I'm either putting in a used one, or having it rebuilt. (talking about my 83
240D with siezed engine)
So let me ask:
In a message dated 11/25/2005 7:57:45 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
car is a 1977 300D. Been about 50k miles a little over a year since I
changed out speedo cable.
Got in car this morn and going down road noticed nothing happened. No
speed, no trip odometer
In a message dated 11/26/2005 7:50:56 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
During this time of year, heat into the passenger compartment is greatly
needed. I found open windings on the auxiliary heat pump motor even though
the voltage input was good at 12vdc. Can this
In a message dated 11/27/2005 10:46:32 A.M. US Mountain Standard Tim,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
hi all
yesterday i went i started my car and heard that skipping/starter sound(
the starter is engaged, the teeth on the bendix (drive ARE fully engaged
and
not skipping /stripping on
In a message dated 12/9/2005 6:26:33 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
What should the timing be for the glow plug timer? When I turn the key, the
light stays on for about 5 seconds and then goes out. I've checked the
voltage across each glow plug and get 12vdc but
In a message dated 12/19/2005 6:34:38 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Mr. Striplin,
I am a new member and not sure I understand how to submit a question to the
population.
Do I just respond to the e-mails I signed up for? Or is there a way to view
the forum and
In a message dated 12/20/2005 11:31:18 A.M. US Mountain Standard Tim,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I've got a starting bugaboo that I cannot solve. An erratic no-turn of the
starter.
The starter works MOST of the time, but sometimes it will not turn over when
the
key is turned. It randomly
In a message dated 12/26/2005 3:57:42 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My troubles are with my MB...I get to go to work tonight. I'll see how it
does. I will change fuel filters tomorrow.
Bob,
If you got 12MPG, you're fuel filters are probably all right as you
In a message dated 12/29/2005 10:01:32 A.M. US Mountain Standard Tim,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
_http://www.adsitco.com/_ (http://www.adsitco.com/)
Yes, they are advertising rebuilt MB automatic trans to fit many models for
$1195! Probably does not include the torque converter. Also a
In a message dated 12/29/2005 3:08:14 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My old, pencil-style tire pressure gauge has started sticking and is
producing unreliable readings.
Any thoughts on what is a good tire pressure gauge, or how to prolong the
life of the one I
In a message dated 12/29/2005 12:43:20 P.M. US Mountain Standard Tim,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Apologies for soiling the MB list with Ford drivel, but just wanted to see
if anyone has run across this problem: 94 Taurus w/ AXOD auto transmission,
shifts into all gears with a solid
I've got a clunking sound from the tranny tunnel around shifts into 3rd
in an 82 TD. I'm thinking flex discs, but I don't know anything about them.
Zac,
So maybe it's not the flex discs at all. The transmission mount will allow
a clunk when the trans upshifts firmly. Also the
In a message dated 12/29/2005 6:05:07 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I noticed that the rubber thing around the shaft appears loose. I may
start with that and the mounts and see if that takes care of the noise.
One other symptom, recently the shifts have been
In a message dated 12/31/2005 3:26:27 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Is there a removable precombustion chamber in that head? If so, does
the glow plug have to be removed before you unscrew the prechamber?
Dave,
Prechambers are pushed in and held in place
In a message dated 12/31/2005 9:41:25 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
This morning it ran at idle. A milestone! Details
Jim,
Hurray, have been following this project like the first moon visit! The
successful cylinder rust removal was of particular
In a message dated 1/1/2006 4:22:41 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I did nothing. The head went to the shop and came back 'done'.
The block was sleeved by them, and honed, but that was it. The
forest of studs poking out of the block were not removed, so
In a message dated 1/1/2006 3:31:04 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
How does this look...those of you familiar with this model.
I emailed the dude and he still has it. He says
Yes I do. I just happened to be answering emails when yours came in. Here
is some
In a message dated 1/2/2006 10:12:41 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I am going to pick my newly aquired $ 300 tranny up.
Is there something I should know to look for?
Hans,
Yes, unless a restraining strap has been installed, the torque converter is
likely to
In a message dated 1/8/2006 10:30:00 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
It ran my 220V space heater this morning. About 100 ohms
in place of the missing regulator rheostat. Wahoo!
Jim,
Good show! Resistance loads are the easiest to deal with but you can use
In a message dated 1/9/2006 9:21:13 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
for squeaky wiper blades?
Bruce,
Clean the glass with Bon Ami, a not scratching powder cleanser. Also, going
over the glass with a single edge razor blade is sometimes fruitful.
In a message dated 1/11/2006 8:17:21 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I recently purchased an 83 300SD, approx 260k miles. Transmission slips on
2-3 shift - but all other shifts are solid and positive, both up and down -
and the 3-2 (edit - corrected from 4-3 which
In a message dated 1/10/2006 7:07:06 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
As far as I know, the only engine in the 124 series that has a
reputation for cracking heads is the 6 cylinder 1987 model. It has the
603.96x engine.
From my archive:
Head model on 603 diesel
In a message dated 1/14/2006 1:28:57 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
So for those of us not as mechanically inclined as most of the list, it's a
big time matter of trust. For the general population, mechanics, just like
doctors, plumbers, lawyers, etc. etc. have
In a message dated 1/14/2006 2:24:59 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I kid you not, but yesterday, within no more than one minute of me saying to
the Treasurer, now that we've just purchased this very expensive furniture,
I'll bet the wagon craps out, the clutch
In a message dated 1/14/2006 1:47:30 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/124629311.html
stick shift V8 euro
2500
wonder what it is
Clay,
Probably a euro 350SE or maybe a 450SE, both V8s. I had a 65 euro 300SE
(big 3.0 litre
In a message dated 1/15/2006 1:34:26 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
We're contemplating a 220D project. Questions:
1. How does the 0-60 time compare to the 240D?
2. Is there any significant advantage in fuel economy over the 240D?
3. Are there any other major
In a message dated 1/16/2006 5:32:34 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
OK, slowing working out the little bugs with the euro 5.0 in the US 380.
I figured out this thing has a throttle position sensor which is
located under the air meter deal, fuel distributor etc
In a message dated 3/19/2006 10:57:57 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Just a point of curiousity --
While cruising through the PDFs in the 124 Shop Manual on CD,
I came across a procedure for Knocking out and reinstalling steel ball of
main oil gallery
What does
Sears ad in Sunday's paper lists item # 50466 for only $49.97. Such a deal!
I have had mine for about 8 years and it has a surprising number of uses.
You can probably pull it up at:
shopsears.com
Regards,
Jim Friesen
Phoenix AZ
79 300SD, 262 K miles
98 ML 320, 141 K miles
In a message dated 3/20/2006 12:19:31 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Well I have had that happen to me on a bicycle once. The thing is the weight
of the bike will keep wheel on till you try to do a wheelie. Thus on a
street bike you would never bee doing a wheelie.
In a message dated 3/20/2006 12:50:55 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I'm seeing a feeling of being pushed back in the seat - smoothly and
progressively as rpm's build between 2000 and 3000 rpm. Then it's a steady
acceleration. But at times I don't notice the
In a message dated 3/28/2006 9:30:55 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
After getting a quote of $1800 for head gasket replacement, my mechanic
friend Charlie (240D (2)) decided we're gonna do it ourselves. I'm hoping
braingears or steaky has the job. Will keep
In a message dated 3/31/2006 5:53:52 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Howdy -
I plan to change my ATF fluid and filter this weekend - how many quarts of
M1 ATF do I need on hand?
Sincerely,
Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, 91 300D Turbo)
Larry,
Roughly 7 quarts,
In a message dated 3/31/2006 12:23:37 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Since this car supposedly has a rebuilt tranny, I would CERTAINLY like to
keep it in working order! I was even told by someone to leave the engine
running to lubricate the tranny which also
In a message dated 4/1/2006 4:25:54 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Or you could wait for my senior design project to finish ;) Its a
replacement similar to the Unwired tools, but should be about half the
price ($350).
If you can DIY for only as little as half
Subject: A New Car
This was sent to me today.
I just got my new Mercedes 500 SL, and I returned to the dealer the next day
with the complaint that I couldn't figure out how the radio worked. The
salesman explained that the radio was voice activated.
Watch this! he said. Nelson!
In a message dated 4/7/2006 6:22:10 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
And I do believe that you are to manually manipulate your throttle linkage
from medium to fast and a little slow while Purging...it is not to be done
idling the whole time, correct? Shouldn't
In a message dated 4/7/2006 7:12:14 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My buddy's 79 450SL tranny has started acting up -- holding (what I
think is) the 2-3 shift at 35-40mph. He says it does not shift right
sometimes, will rev much higher, then shift. I have not
In a message dated 4/9/2006 10:19:04 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Thanks for the replies - I am pretty sure the car is running as it should,
and the backfire is from the exhaust being open. It is not a loud bang of a
backfire, just kinda a tut-tut-tut kind.
In a message dated 4/12/2006 4:26:57 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
So we just pulled the new timing chian from rusty
through following the procedure outlined in the
book(s) and darned it, it seems one link short.
Now I'm all freaked out. Did I somehow miss a
In a message dated 4/13/2006 8:15:29 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Where does one get one of these temporary clip links. I have done several
T chains and its a PIA to do and undo the regular master link. I remember a
post sometime back about using a clip style
In a message dated 4/13/2006 10:18:30 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
thanks for all the info so far...now, is it possible to get to the adjusting
screw without removing the unit? a quick look at it last night looked
doubtful...
On the 603 engines, I think
In a message dated 4/13/2006 8:57:34 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My wretched ACC servo has crusties built up around its base. Is it toast?
Here is why I ask:
Since it was 93 yesterday, I tried the AC (for the first time since Feb) and
it works fine (50
In a message dated 4/13/2006 4:40:59 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My starter keeps working without a problem. It was acting up earlier. I
bought a reman. one, but didn't have the allen key to replace it. But I
haven't had the problem in a couple weeks now.
In a message dated 4/13/2006 5:26:03 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
When my '78 300D was only two years old, the servo sprung a big leak. Made
it
the eight miles home and paid $118 for a new one which I installed myself,
of
course.
I bet you were using the
In a message dated 4/15/2006 8:33:42 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Those outside temp modules fetch a pretty penny on eBay if the LCD is
in
good shape. In fact I suspect that when they die the only component
that's
Yup, I have never seen one in an
In a message dated 4/17/2006 10:20:06 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Hi, All.
So, there I was in the junkyard, congratulating myself for paying only $10
for a Becker radio from a 300E, it never having occurred to me to CHECK the
numbers, hence the subject line.
In a message dated 4/21/2006 6:32:18 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My buddy took his SL to his indy yesterday, who said it needed a new
tranny (2-3 shift hanging), I had suggested we do a M1/filter change,
indy says it is beyond that (this is the guy who did
In a message dated 4/23/2006 3:41:52 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Speaking of fuses...
I have intermittent issues with my ac compressor/heater fan fuse. Normally
it stays working (though you can see visual distortions due to heating in
the fuse element and or
In a message dated 4/29/2006 12:28:47 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Interesting datum: When I pulled out the Klima just now to resolder it in
the morning, I noticed that BAD is scratched into the plastic on the
back. Maybe somebody's trying to tell me something!
In a message dated 5/1/2006 7:34:48 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Hi Gang,
Did a run down to Reading PA, this weekend. Took my 1990 350 SDL w/252K on
the clock. After about 2 hours of high-speed interstate driving, (75-80
mph) I started to smell something
In a message dated 5/1/2006 7:24:04 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
So, I was at the in-laws waiting for the dog to do it's business and started
taking a closer look at the wear pattern on my tires now that I've had the
car long enough (it came with near new
There is a 1981 280E, Euro 126 body at the local Picknpull. I pulled the
headlights and sold them already. It has one of those forged two piece hitches
on it, really neat and tucked well away. So well tucked that I am not going
to try and pull it unless someone has a strong need and will
In a message dated 5/2/2006 4:58:00 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
There is a PnP in Chandler?
I only know of the ones on Broadway.
Yup, Formerly, the ALL American Auto Wreckers, many times rated the best
wrecker in the USA, it is now part PicknPull and part
In a message dated 5/2/2006 6:25:48 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
EPC shows a washer, N000125 010518, between the adjuster block and 2
washers, N000137 010201 N912004 014100, under the bolt head.
joe
Fix the bolt so everything is tight and properly spaced,
In a message dated 5/2/2006 6:44:55 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
The 280E was a W123 sedan IIRC, not a W126
Waana bet? You missed the key word in the subject line. Euro.
small bumpers, flat head lights, big straight six. 126 in the id plate
number.
In a message dated 5/2/2006 8:09:38 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
There was no Euro 280E w126. There was a 280SE, though
Yea, that's the ticket! The badge was missing off the trunk lid. I know
the S means 126 and 126 means S, at least in 81.
Thanks,
In a message dated 5/6/2006 10:25:17 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
So, are you saying that there is a franchise known as Pick and Pull? You
said it was a publicly-traded company. I thought PnP was just slang for a
junk yard that lets customers hunt and pull
In a message dated 5/7/2006 7:37:14 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
All of the electronic control (vs the vacuum type used earlier) ground
through the stop lamp bulbs. Sounds kinda nuts, but what happens is
that when the lamps light up, there is suddenly 12V on
In a message dated 5/7/2006 10:16:40 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Other than this, she ran flawlessly, and when I started it up a half an hour
after we got back, there was no smoke at all! For a $500 car, I declare it
a winner! Once things are fine tuned a
In a message dated 5/8/2006 6:22:35 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Hello List,
I would appreciate it if one of you can tell me where to find the adhesive
used by car manufacturers to glue the clear PE pieces which go between the
door and the door panel.
I think
In a message dated 5/10/2006 3:07:38 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
6) Disconnected/plugged vacuum to EGR
Meade,
I would fabricate a blank plate for the EGR in the event it is leaking
through, even though it is supposed to be closed.
If that don't help:
In a message dated 5/10/2006 5:46:07 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Permatex Hylomar HPF (high performance formulation) #38411. Napa may
stock it, I bought mine from a Car Quest, locally. It is a
translucent blue sealant that also serves as a lubricant to
In a message dated 5/11/2006 9:55:52 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My 82 300SD (Garret turbo) suddenly lost turbo boost last weekend. The banjo
fitting id not plugged and the circuit to the ALDA is not leaking.
Measuring the manifold pressure, I get almost no
In a message dated 5/12/2006 2:33:53 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Inspection time is here again. Last year, the inspection station failed
my 300SE on the emissions test. I tried driving it out before returning
for a retest and it failed again. How did another
:
She couldn't hear it when
topless
Yea, I bet the truckers were making a lot of noise. sorry, couldn't resist!
Actually, securely fastening the flasher unit to the metal under dash frame
will transmit the noise of the flasher more clearly. A hose clamp works, ty
raps are less
In a message dated 5/15/2006 8:28:21 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Herr Doktor, how must one adjust the cable properly?
Luther,
My experience is with the rod, but cable adjustment should be similar.
Shortening the cable will raise the shift points. You can do
In a message dated 5/16/2006 4:53:53 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Hello list,
I need some help from your collective wisdom. My problem is strange.
For the last several months I've been dealing with my 1981 3000CD left
rear brake that seems to be either
In a message dated 5/16/2006 2:50:13 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I tried removing the CC amp today - I removed the black plastic panel,
unplugged the CC amp, but I couldn't see/access the screws or bolts holding
the amp in. Where are they?
Also, do I have to
In a message dated 5/16/2006 8:22:12 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I've been looking for my cruise control amp to send off to Jim Cathey, but
can't find it.
There was someone who recently advertised some on the list, but I can't
find the email.
Who was it?
In a message dated 5/17/2006 4:53:53 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Thanks for the help list. But even without the parking brake shoes the
noise continues. I can hear the rubbing of the pads on the rotor and am
more convinced that the rotor is the problem; it
In a message dated 5/18/2006 8:40:06 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I use welding cable for my jumper cables...
Welding cable, plugs, and sockets are what I used in my big
generator to manage the 1-phase/3-phase conversion. Not much
else out there to handle a
Saw a 72 230 4 cyl GAS engined sedan and it was nearly whole. The thing
that caught my eye is the belt driven vacuum pump mounted on the engine. I
have looked under a lot of hoods and never seen a belt driven vacuum pump
before.
Also, the Euro 81 280SEL has a smog pump stacked on top of
In a message dated 5/19/2006 3:40:13 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Visited the dealership to discuss my cold start problem - to re-state the
problem - when the engines cold, it starts instantly but will not rev - when
I try to rev I get smoke from the exhaust
In a message dated 5/22/2006 10:33:58 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I noticed that my auxillary cooling fan was not plugged in the other day and
wanted to get that fixed. The fan has never been plugged in and the AC has
not worked since I got the car. After
In a message dated 5/27/2006 1:35:56 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Can't decide whether to bother with a citric flush and refill through the
top hose (I seem to recall on the older lists some people found the flush
only worked for a few months), or just go ahead
In a message dated 5/27/2006 9:24:39 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I need to replace a leaking pressure switch on top of the dryer in an '83
300D Turbo. In American cars the dryer is usually replaced any time a part
in the A/C system is replaced, but I don't
In a message dated 5/28/2006 6:12:30 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I have an 20-year-old Allied (made in Taiwan) floor jack but it leaks down
while jacking, even with the valve closed. I suspect that hydraulic fluid
is leaking past the o-ring seal on the main
In a message dated 5/28/2006 10:01:26 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Any tricks/BTDTs on removing and replacing door seals?
Gonna order one from Rusty and put 'er on as soon as I get it.
Bob, I like to use STP's Son of a Gun to lube the new gasket, as it is
In a message dated 5/30/2006 7:41:39 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Funny thing about this car, when I first brought it back it did this when we
first got it running, but it cleared up fairly quick. It did always idle
lumpy, tho. But I drove it for months, the
In a message dated 6/3/2006 3:31:03 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I can pick up a 94 (I think) E420 (has been babied w/ money no object) for
$6500. Local car. Any thoughts?
No, I won't give you the phone number of the seller.
Don,
The price is right,
In a message dated 6/7/2006 1:41:43 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I agreed with what you said, Johnny Buntil I moved to AZ.
AC is a must in AZ.
Bob, and All,
The wife and I dropped by one of our favorite Chandler Sports Bars about 5PM
on Tuesday. I
In a message dated 6/7/2006 2:46:30 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
There was some discussion about wheels for a 126 a few months back. My
126 (1990 300SEL) has the standard 15 hole wheels and they are fine. No
marks or scrapes and I sort of a fanatic about
Just got my Performance catalog yesterday and the electronic AC servo is on
sale for $499, marked down from $699. This is the type two servo that fits
the 107, 116, and 123 chassis from the mid 70s to early 80s.
Regards,
Jim Friesen
Phoenix AZ
79 300SD, 262 K miles
98 ML 320, 142 K
In a message dated 9/1/2005 7:29:58 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I changed the oil (I'm not even going to say what type of oil for fear
of starting an oil thread) today in my old girl and when I went to take
the oil filter out it had come apart. The
In a message dated 9/1/2005 3:06:11 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My system, being an aftermarket one (in a graymarket car originally
sold in Switzerland, where air conditioning is... open a window and
get the kind of air we all wish MB would package in
In a message dated 9/2/2005 7:28:41 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
today we heard the radiator is bad, and it is still unknown if one is
available...if not, he will see if it will travel and head for austin
(things are very tight in houston for lodging, etc)
I tried to post this a couple days ago but the attachment at 49K was deemed
to large. I think 48 hours is long enough to wait for a go/no go from the
list administrator
Looking at the specs of various systems with various types of compressors, I
have come to the conclusion that 6 to 8
In a message dated 9/4/2005 1:32:34 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
What is the correct method for refilling my AT on my 95 E300D? I drained the
torque converter and changed the filter. Thanks, Jay
Jay,
Put 2 quarts in and start the engine. Keep the engine
In a message dated 9/5/2005 10:19:33 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I took a little trip this past week putting about 900 miles on my 90 300D
2.5. My mileage was great! I got 35.5 mpg on one tank. Each time I filled up
it was over 32. HOWEVER, I was
In a message dated 9/6/2005 9:06:14 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I need to find hydraulic oil for my racket stringer (I swear, I'm not making
this up). I can't find any where I've looked that meets my specs - looked
at Lowe's, Advance Auto, and a local
In a message dated 9/6/2005 4:45:39 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
So what favor will you do for me if I vote for you? :)
--
Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK
Kaleb, and all,
Chuck is en route to the Mercedes Rally back east and may not check in for a
day or
In a message dated 9/7/2005 6:32:58 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Chuck is one of eleven running for four positions. Yes, as Jim says,
please vote for the candidate(s) of your choice.
Len
Thanks, Len,
At my age you should never try to go by memory! Even
In a message dated 9/8/2005 9:52:50 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
while you're waiting to call go to
_http://www.google.com/search?num=100hl=enlr=safe=offc2coff=1rls=GGLD%2CG
GLD%3A2004-51%2CGGLD%3Aenq=site%3Adiesel.list.archives.mbz.org+2001_
In a message dated 9/11/2005 11:38:14 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I just got back from Greenville. Jim wasn't kidding when he said it was
a massive leak - it leaks out faster than you can pour it in when the
engine is running. There's no way the car can be
In a message dated 9/12/2005 4:21:42 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
The engine does have lots of blow by and is an EGR engine, do all 617's have
EGRs?
Trampas,
My 79 300SD does not have EGR but they started adding it in 1980. Most will
recommend that you
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