In a message dated 8/24/2007 5:05:30 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
polishit
your bad!
Jim Friesen
Phoenix AZ
79 300SD, 267 K miles
98 ML 320, 151 K miles
** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at
issue? Seems it has been leaking for a while with no ill effect to
my driving. I understand that the engine will need removal to fix
this. Can I not just remove the oil pan and do it that way?
No. Rumor has it that there's a big tooth in the seal channel
that keeps you from doing the
In a message dated 8/30/2007 5:18:58 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
_http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-400-Series-E420-WDBEA34E8RC04407
3_W0QQitemZ160152532698QQihZ006QQcategor
yZ6335QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem_
In a message dated 9/2/2007 8:07:00 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
There are 2 of them right behind the air cleaner that are easy to get
to, they are round and have 2 vacuum ports on the top/side. More below.
The very top one is the supply line, that is the
In a message dated 2/8/2008 8:14:24 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My mother STILL TO THIS DAY thinks it was divine intervention to get back at
them for selling us that car. Don't tell her about the fuel filter. My
brother and I have never told her.
Very,
In a message dated 2/9/2008 9:25:38 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
What is the best thing/stuff to use to clean oil drips off of the driveway?
Landlord boy came over yesterday to trim an unruly Palo Verde and his wife
about busted a vein when she saw the few
the Corvette Z06, released in 2006, is powered by an LS7, a?427 inch variation
of the 265 inch small block, as well.? Producing 505 HP, it?was the only
production?car over 400 HP to avoid the gas guzzler tax.
The 400 badged cars of the 70s could have been either a small block, or a
smog
I am pretty sure these belts use an explosive charge, in the winder,?to
pre-tension the belts in a collision.? My guess is they are a one time use
(like an airbag) and at least part of them must be repaced.? Demand may have
exceeded availability.
Jim in Phoenix
Friends have an 01 (I think)
I missed two of 16
Jim in Phoenix
-Original Message-
From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sat, 16 Feb 2008 9:03 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Aerial view test
I got 14 out of 16 right.
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Try this
Bob,
I would start amassing quantities of good, but cheap oil.? (Checker is having a
sale tomorow on Pennzoil @99cents/qt, after rebate.? Next oil change, I would
switch?to a 20W-50 oil as long as it starts easily.?
When you get down to using a quart every 250 miles, it will still pass smog,
In a message dated 2/17/2008 11:25:27 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
There's a 1988 190-E for sale locally. Description is clean but don't have
all the particulars except mileage is 180K, automatic.
I'm not familiar with the gassers. Trying to help my boss find
Casey,
what Jim C said is true whenever you have 2 switches that operate the same
window.? It would not be true for the front windows, operated from a CENTER
console
Jim in phoenix
So, one bad switch will cause a non-functioning situation--is that right?
Well then, I'd best take them
In a message dated 2/19/2008 8:02:48 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
the ex wife calls me asking what sort of coolant to buy at pep boys. so i
tell her to get teh correct spec fluid for $14 a bottle. she made the
mistake of mentioning this to a coworker, who
The pigtail on the spare 87 differential that I have is about a foot long.? The
sensor screws into the diff' near the input coupling.? Under the car you go!?
The ABS brain is forward of the shifter, under the center console, on this era
junk cars I have seen, so crawling under the car may be
In a message dated 2/23/2008 11:39:36 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Set to TDC, wire tie the cam sprocket to the chain, then use a bar
through the holes in the sprocket to loosen the cam bolt.
Remove chain tensioner, slide cam sproket off cam, and lower
In a message dated 2/26/2008 5:07:35 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Some genius was going to detonate a huge acetylene balloon at a Super Bowl
party this year, but it spontaneously combusted in the car on the way there:
Brian,
the whole open area in the transmission will physically only hold about 2 1/2
quarts.? since your leak is probably at the torque converter seal, air is
getting in where the oil is leaking out.? This lets the torque converter drain
down into the trans case, which it normally doesn't
In a message dated 3/4/2008 9:00:30 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
1995 pickup, V6. It starts quickly, then dies when the switch returns to
the run position. I can even increase RPMs while the starter is engaged. I
can remember the old days when while
Kevin,
Marshall would remind us all that the fuel, boost, and vacuum,?systems must be
right before ANY linkage adjustments are made.?? This because wider throttle
openings would be necessary if the engine is not producing the correct power.
A 0 to 60 time under 15 seconds would be a good
Mitch is correct. the 420 and 560 V8s used a physically larger
differential. The diesels, 6s, and the 380 small V8 used the small
differential.
Different flange sizes are just one of the problems. So you must restrict
your
posi search to 380 or smaller engined 126 cars..
Jim in
my 79 300S had 5 1/2 Bundts when I bought it from the first owner back in 86.
I upgraded to 6 1/2s off a 77 450SL. I recently pulled a brand new 6 1/2X14
from the trunk of a 82 126 wreck.
Jim in Phoenix
-Original Message-
From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To:
You should be able to get a deep socket on the crank from below without pulling
the radiator.? 27 mm/1 1/16 socket fit a lot?of cars in this era.
If it does not turn easily, I would pull the spark plugs again, add a big
squirt of oil to?each cylinder, and then turn the engine over with the
Someone mentioned the 600 V12 coupe weighed about the same as a 1 bedroom
condo..Probably so--but I know the Benz, with the double glass, would be more
quiet than the condo!
I always said a car enthusiast should own at least one V12 in his life time.
Too that end, I bought a set of shop
In a message dated 3/28/2008 6:25:53 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Maybe it's time to build a shunt or a coil. I have 12, 14, 18,
22, and 24 AWG wire. A few inches of one of them should get me a
shunt of suitable resistance.
Phillip,
You suffered the
I know from reading the mails that a lot of you are interested in
electronics, and always looking for a source and a good price. Many of you
may know
of Fry's Electronics _www.outpost.com_ (http://www.outpost.com) but since they
only have stores in the largest cities, many may not. Frys
Mitch,
You are thinking of JER, John Robbins, @MS State.? He also had a 116 diesel.
The hard drives with the big platters were of various makes, but we had them
into the 90's.? We also had reel to reel tape drives past Y2K, as we had to
maintain equipment that could communicate with
In a message dated 3/29/2008 9:42:59 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
But the Audi's got the biggest gear knob diameter by half an inch!
Yea, but check the size of the shift lever on Chevy's 5 speed manuals in
their pickups!
Jim in Phoenix
I await the pictures, Bob.
In a message dated 3/29/2008 10:13:08 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Where is Arrowhead MB
Arrowhead is a big shopping area around 85th Ave and Bell road. The car
dealers are west of the 101 freeway. I have not seen the dealership
Epson printers have circuitry to obstruct refilling cartridges.? I have been
refilling my cannon printer cartridges for years, with no more trouble than
putting on a pair of rubber gloves.
Jim in Phoenix
-Original Message-
From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Banned List [EMAIL
Watch the guys with only half the gun but on their shouder.?
massive-recoil-rifle.wmv??
Jim in Phoenix
___
http://www.okiebenz.com
For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/
For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To Unsubscribe or
The link was good when I sent it--'cause I tested it.?
massive-recoil-rifle.wmv? Who or what would have edited my mail?
Chuck's path was different, but got to same site.
Jim in Phoenix
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sun, 30 Mar 2008 10:18
In a message dated 3/31/2008 12:49:34 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
What is the spec on the vacuum pump? On mine, with everything but the
brake booster disconnected, my Mity-Vac was showing about 23 or so.
The testing value for the brake booster is 0.75 to
In a message dated 4/1/2008 7:35:16 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Seems like if you shifted into neutral at speed, the cruise would
kick off but the speedo would keep working, so I think the mechanical
problem is between the speedo drive gear on the tailshaft
which tranny series had an external band bolt that backed out, making the trans
inoperative?
Jim in Phoenix
-Original Message-
From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Tue, 1 Apr 2008 7:25 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] SDL won't move
The tach
In a message dated 4/2/2008 2:21:25 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
What would it take, I wonder, to adapt a modern manual trans to
Mercedes engines?
TransAdapt and Kennedy are two big makers of custom transmission adapters.
You can put the six speed from
In a message dated 4/3/2008 3:19:29 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
But why no reverse
If you are real lucky, the filter dropped off the pump inlet and the
rattling noise is air bubbles going through the system
Jim Friesen
Phoenix AZ
79 300SD, 264 K
Sticker on? these is about 38K.? I thought they were 3.2 L tho.
Jim in Phoenix
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0 Diesel 2 left! New lower price! - $30230
(Scottsdale,AZ)
Reply to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: 2008-03-07, 6:16PM MST
We have 2 Diesels left and they need to go!!!
The 3.0 Crd is in
If you are real lucky, the filter dropped off the pump inlet and the
rattling noise is air bubbles going through the system
You've had the trans pan off already?? I must have missed that.
Jim in Phoenix
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent:
Yup! Now I did.? Bummer!? I believe Rusty's? rebuit trans comes with a? torque
converter.? I guess the free shipping for orders over $75 doesn't apply here.
Jim in Phoenix
-Original Message-
From: Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sat, 5
In a message dated 4/5/2008 8:17:40 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Hell with it, I
will probably just pull that back plate off and swap it.
Kaleb,
I think you need a special socket to pull the retaining nut for the 3 arm
flex adapter off the trans. So have
Kaleb,
MB diesels are designed to run a very tight piston fit, less than 0.002.? You
would be hard pressed to feel, let alone see, 0.002 movement.? Overheating, or
very high mileage would be the likely causes of piston slop.? I think you
should replace the engine with your spare.
Cracks
I would definitely consider this a fuel problem, either water in the fuel, or
dirty filters.??A dirty?cannister filter can restrict total fuel flow in a way
that limits engine power, and this would be most obvious while climbing a
hill.? Change both filters and consider cleaning the fuel tank
I tried it one time to pull water out of a 5gallon jerry can.? It did not
work.? Elevating the can did not help.? It seems like it should work.? I hope
we hear from someone who had success.
Jim in Phoenix
-Original Message-
From: Rolf [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Wed, 9 Apr 2008 9:30 pm
Subject: 1987 300SDL TURBO DIESEL MERCEDES - $1700 (PHOENIX)
[EMAIL PROTECTED] has forwarded you this craigslist.org posting.
Please see below for more information.
1987 300SDL TURBO
I bought a wire tracer at Home Depot, or Lowes, a couple years ago for $30.
It worked as good as the commercial tracer I had at work that cost $300 10
years ago.
Jim Friesen
Phoenix AZ
79 300SD, 264 K miles
98 ML 320, 155 K miles
In a message dated 4/11/2008 10:09:46 P.M. US
In a message dated 4/11/2008 9:13:21 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
WOW what a difference. First thing I noticed that it turned over much
quicker when starting. Not sure what injectors would have to do with
it. Runs MUCH quieter. Has MORE power. Not sure
Bob,
When I went to Craig's a few minutes ago, the message said it was being
removed.
Jim Friesen
Phoenix AZ
79 300SD, 264 K miles
98 ML 320, 155 K miles
In a message dated 4/14/2008 8:25:28 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Holy cow. Lookie what one
I had suggested that Kaleb might need a special socket to remove the output
flange retaining nut. To replace the rear seal on my 79 300SD, I needed a 4
prong socket.? I made one fron a standard depth, 1/2 drive,?Craftsman 12 point
socket, size 1 1/8 inch. By sawing away opposite pairs of flats,
NOTE:? The engine in your subject line is NOT the problem engine.? On the
contrary, the 2.5 turbo would get you up the hill with ferver, and
reliability.? The 3.5 turbodiesel is tthe one with weak rods.
If you are still going to pass on this 2.5, let the list know where it is!
Jim in Phoenix
In a message dated 4/21/2008 3:50:14 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
1. The temp gauge usually holds at 100 or a degree or two above or
below. It has started to register hot for a time every few miles, starting
in the last few months. I have had the thermostat
Interesting!? I just happen to have a 93 E 3.2 differential in my spare parts.?
The input flange on mine is 3 bolt pattern but maybe the spline pattern would
permit swapping these.? the rear cover on mine is 8 bolt, and MB uses different
covers to adapt the diff to different models.? The BMW
In a message dated 4/28/2008 9:26:31 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Got a bad driveshaft vibration going down the highway. Would it be best
to A: just swap in a complete driveshaft from a different car, B: pull
driveshaft and have it balanced, or C: just keep
Luther,
Harbor Freight sells a tranny handling adapter (about $30) which replaces the 5
inch saddle on your standard floor jack.? If you are thinking one man job, this
will make the difference.? Unfortunately, it adds about 5 inches to the height
you need to clear the frame.?? Worth it tho.?
Gerry,?
There are no match marks at the flex discs to worry about.? I am concerned that
your noisy differential was not the differential, but merely a weak
differential support mount.? Did the diff have lots of play in the gears that
would make you suspect it is failing?? A bad mount will
In a message dated 4/30/2008 8:26:16 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
No need if you have a bit of heft in you. Just drop it on your chest and
scoot out. Obviously have someone near by.
When I worked at a Honda dealer, one of my coworkers showed up on Monday
LOL!
Jim in Phoenix
-Original Message-
From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Wed, 30 Apr 2008 9:05 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] trans RR shade-tree style/OT trans lifting
I dug a hole in the dirt to fit my body, then slid the trans on
In a message dated 5/1/2008 2:33:51 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
It sure LOOKS like ebay, but I sure as hell dont think ebay would
want this. Even if they did, I would NOT give it to them. If I log in
via firfox, I dont get this, so I think I have a bug or
In a message dated 6/17/2006 12:01:18 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I hate electrical problems. I hate electrical problems.
Yesterday, the blower quit of the wife's '87 Legend. It has an infinitly
adjustable speed switch, with a seperate wicked high setting if
In a message dated 6/18/2006 1:08:12 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My coolant temp sensor (the one in the T-stat housing) isn't current hooked
to anything, and there isn't an obvious orphan wire under the hood.
Where should I be wiring it up to?
Also, just to
In a message dated 6/21/2006 3:21:16 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
That said... I don't see any reason it couldn't be done. Now, the
professional installers may not want to do it (probably for similar reasons
they don't want to touch manual trannies) because
In a message dated 6/21/2006 8:24:01 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
When you say it's eating fuel I assume you mean it's getting poor fuel
mileage? It's been my experience on my '78 240D is it gets 24-26mpg -
and
this is with a perfect engine. The engine
In a message dated 6/25/2006 1:49:30 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
One of the high beams has stopped working on my 91 300D W124 - the
manual says to replace with Halogen 9004 bulbs but I was wondering if
there's any benefit to the other halogen bulbs reported
In a message dated 6/29/2006 8:51:50 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
On my E300D (606.91x motor) the chain tensioner leaks slightly. It's the
only spot on the motor that is wet from oil.
I suspect that the aluminum seal at the end cap (not the seal between the
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb - Pro Trucks Division
No live tv but if you can make it in person, you will witness some
spectacular racing in a new division. I have read that about 20 SCORE Off
Road Trophy
type trucks have been entered! they have up to 750 HP and will likely
possible solution: Its I-90 from Springfield into the Berkshires,
gotta be some of the biggest, longest hills in MA. In fact we passed the
highest point on I-90 this side of South Dakota. At one point yesterday I
saw the temp gauge rise above its normal position for the first time
In a message dated 7/2/2006 7:59:59 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I'm attempting to diagnose my wife's '84 300D A/C, and can't quite figure
out where all the components reside. The steaky and braingears sites have
apparently gone AWOL. I ran my RobinAir vacuum
In a message dated 7/3/2006 6:33:56 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I have just completed an engine switch on my 83 240D. One of the
last things I need to do is bleed the clutch cylinders. The manual
says it has to be done backwards (fluid from the slave
In a message dated 7/3/2006 10:47:00 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Do I have ANY hope of successfully using the original 240d tranny with
the OM617, or am I just going to grenade it? It's absolutely perfect in
every way, right now. Right now no one has any
In a message dated 7/7/2006 6:19:44 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My short answer is that I am so glad to have this car running
again (running very well) that I just want to drive It and was
trying to find an easy fix. I will not use teflon tape because of
In a message dated 7/9/2006 5:57:57 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I need to get 4 new tires for my wifes work car - a 91 MB 300D - and was
considering Kuhmo but Sears sold out but will get more soon. I'm also
looking at Sumitomo and Falken. Next in line are
In a message dated 7/9/2006 9:01:01 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Alternator in my truck was FUBAR.
I went to FLAPS and bought a new one. Both batteries passed load
test.
New alternator shows 12.94V at the batteries. This seems low to me. I
took it back to
In a message dated 7/10/2006 5:46:39 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I first smelled then noticed a very slow trickle (but enough to see) of
diesel coming from on top of the IP where the 5 lines go in. Is there a
gasket under these? Why would they be leaking- I
In a message dated 7/10/2006 7:17:21 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I put Conti's on my 280 and I like the way they feel in the wet and they are
so quet even when you run them hard. Yep, lots of choices out there, good
and bad
Harry and all,
I tried the
In a message dated 7/9/2006 6:11:22 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I changed Oil and all filters Saturday, went to purge the air out of the
fuel filter and the primer pump was squirting fuel out of itself. How hard are
these things to change?
George,
If
In a message dated 7/11/2006 8:51:04 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
OK, I know this is pretty basic, but I plan to change the fuel filter in my
76 300D. I have not done this before so
I am soliciting advice. I am advised that there is no primer pump on this
In a message dated 7/11/2006 10:46:17 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
The seller hasn't returned my email complaints (they were cordial, I
promise), so what can I do now? I paid through PayPal, does that change
anything? Like I said, I admit to not caveating
In a message dated 7/12/2006 12:46:41 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I shall make some calls...thanks fellers
Bob,
I had some Rams Head sheep skins that lasted 18 years. When they needed
cleaning, I ran them in the washing machne,on gentle, with Woolite,
My sheepskins are starting to smell like wet sheepdog skins
Bob.
It is possible that the smell you are attributing to the sheep skins is
actually coming from the Air Conditioner. Only this time of the year, in
Phoenix, does the AC make enough condensate to activate the moldy smell
_16 MERCEDES WHEELS, TIRES, AND LUG BOLTS_
(http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemrd=1item=150009142776ssPageName=STRK:MESE:ITih=005)
Someone was looking for a set of these a while back. I decided to sell mine
instead of buying bigger rubber to fit the ML's wheel well. I also
In a message dated 7/13/2006 3:21:50 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Gump seems to have a leak in the water pump area. Looked at the engine
mount on the passenger side and saw some speckled stuff that looks like
it is spraying out of the lower mount on the
In a message dated 7/16/2006 7:59:07 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
What are the main differences in the engines from an
85 CD and a 79 SD?? I'm toying with buying a nice 79
SD and have a crunched 85 CD with only 97K on the
clock. I'm wondering if the CD engine
In a message dated 7/17/2006 8:05:53 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
SoI get off the freeway yesterday after driving home from the old nuke
plant.I drop off my carpool charge and then get back on Indianschool Road,
where the speed linit is 35mph. I drive
Someone suggested a trucking company for handling heavy stuff. I know I
saved it but where? I have an engine to ship and would like to help the buyer
if possible.
Thanks,
Jim Friesen
Phoenix AZ
79 300SD, 262 K miles
98 ML 320, 143 K miles
In a message dated 7/21/2006 9:48:48 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I have a 2001 Yukon XL 4X4 that the wife usually drives. I took a trip to
the landfill this morning with it and noticed the brake pedal is pulsing
when I applied the brakes. There is not
Looked at a 40+/- gallon horizontal tank twin cylinder (?dual stage?) Model
1500 air compressor this evening. Appears to be 50's or 60's year of
manufacture. Plate says it's rated for 134-175 psi. Anyone have experience
with
this brand/model compressor and can give feedback good or
In a message dated 7/21/2006 9:40:07 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Someone suggested a trucking company for handling heavy stuff. I
know I saved it but where? I have an engine to ship and would
like to help the buyer if possible.
Any trucking company
In a message dated 7/21/2006 10:34:18 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
What about tank condition? Any suggestions about judging that?
In many states, compressed air tanks used commercially, must have inspection
plugs. We used to have to get them freed up and ready
In a message dated 7/21/2006 2:06:57 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
car is a '81 300TD, diff is full of 12kMile old Mobil 1 gear oil. Mileage is
213K miles.
I notice a dull whine upon acceleration, not on coast. whines also on
steady driving but not as loud as
In a message dated 7/23/2006 10:05:24 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Getting ready to head out the door to drive it to work today
Kaleb,
WARP SPEED, aye aye, Captain
Have fun
Jim Friesen
Phoenix AZ
79 300SD, 262 K miles
98 ML 320, 143 K miles
In a message dated 7/24/2006 7:42:27 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Since I got my '95 E300D back on the road after removing the engine to clean
up after a disintegrated vacuum pump, I still have a few minor problems:
1. The engine now idles at 800 to 1200 RPM.
In a message dated 7/24/2006 10:01:39 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Climbed into the '77 300D last night after having eaten mounds of Chinese
chow (delardassification project starts today) and, when I switched on the
headlights, there were no dash lights, no
In a message dated 7/29/2006 8:37:46 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I'm starting to have what I think is excessive noise from the A/C compressor
on my '81 300SD. I am pretty sure the compressor was a reman installed
about 18 months ago. Any recommendations for
the pump went out today, Saturday, at about 1 PM. they said figure 3
working days to get it.. Try the archives at this web site for info on how
to set
up the timing on these pumps. [EMAIL PROTECTED]
(mailto:Mercedes@okiebenz.com)Rusty, who sells Mercedes parts at
guaranteed lowest
In a message dated 8/3/2006 7:09:15 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
POSTMORTEM: When i took the manifold off the compressor from the SDL, the
old black o-rings were clearly eroded. The manifold is sealed to the
compressor with 4 o-rings. It appears the true
In a message dated 8/3/2006 8:18:28 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Probably R-12 or Freeze 12. I am not sure I want the car to go off like a
North Korean rocket from using Jim's propane cocktail if i hit Bambi some
night.
You know the old saying: 1 ounce
_FREON R-12 AND MINERAL OIL IN 3.5 OZ PRESSURIZED CAN_
(http://cm.ebay.com/cm/ck/1065-29323-2357-0?uid=7240212site=0ver=EOISSA080805item=150018254410lk
=ItemDescriptionANDimage)
All this talk about AC systems--check out my Ebay listing for mineral oil in
a small pressurized tapper can.
In a message dated 8/6/2006 8:48:17 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
FYI, don't ever try to get an iron T-post out of the ground by pulling on it
really hard. They can snap, causing a blood fountain to come out of your
head, followed by a 7.5 hour trip to the ER
In a message dated 8/12/2006 4:06:09 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Okay, another classic: Where can I find Zerex G05 or is it Zerex GO5? I know
that it's acceptable in my Mercedes, and I believe that my Saab needs the
red stuff. So I thought the fluid in
In a message dated 8/14/2006 8:12:52 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
My Low Pressure Value is leaking after I recharged the system, you can
see the bubbles coming out. A couple days later, no cold AC. If I press
the value after the engine is stopped for several
In a message dated 8/15/2006 2:21:14 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
One of my sons customers offered to sell him his wifes E-300 CDI which is a
late model (He didn't get the year.)
Any information on it durability, mpg, special problems, etc. would be much
401 - 500 of 619 matches
Mail list logo
