Re: [MBZ] RPM Redline

2006-02-24 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 3:00 AM, Kevin wrote: but IIRC the tach pickup on a 123 is on the flywheel. Earlier models had the tach pick-up mounted to the timing cover. I believe the change was made during 1984 production, so some will be up front and some will be out back. Johnny B. I Mac T

Re: [MBZ] Hello from Santa Fe

2006-02-24 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 12:14 PM, Brian Chase wrote: We got, if I recall, some 34.6 MPG over some hilly terrain, 34.6mpg? You should have no problem selling it on e-bay with that kind of fuel mileage. Are you sure you figgered that correctly? How far are you planning to go with the ripped

Re: [MBZ] HIGH altitude road trip...tips and advice needed

2006-02-24 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 12:58 PM, Christopher McCann wrote: 4) any tips on driving up and down mountains? Keep your engine speed up by being in the right gear at the right time, on the way up. Use your tranny and engine braking on the way down, don't over-rev your engine by being in to low

Re: [MBZ] RPM Redline

2006-02-24 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 1:40 PM, David Brodbeck wrote: It's not like most W123 tachs still work anyway. ;) I've seen enough of them that needed the cigarette butt repair but very few in comparison to the ones that work. All 8 of mine work and only one needed the butt. Johnny B. I Mac Ther

Re: [MBZ] Jump on this one quick Kaleb

2006-02-24 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 2:24 PM, Craig McCluskey wrote: 1982 240D/3.0 (Euro 1984 617.912 engine, 4-speed) 225 kmi I'm pretty sure mine are fine, IIRC the right side had the small cut- out w/mirror not lighted. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] Tiny Tach

2006-02-24 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 4:44 PM, R A Bennell wrote: Any other ideas out there for a diesel tach that will work on an old 115 300D? Randy B None better than the Tiny Tach. Call them up and ask if they have a larger display. Couldn't hurt. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] RPM Redline

2006-02-24 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 2:40 PM, David Brodbeck wrote: I did the "cigarette butt repair" on mine but it was only a temporary fix. A friend of mine did it a few times before finally just buying a new amp. The one I did is still going 7 years later in my 82 300D. You have to use a brand name

Re: [MBZ] Tex v. Leather

2006-02-24 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 4:40 PM, Marshall Booth wrote: illustrates the most prominent difference (the 5" unperforated boundary area for leather and the pleats that don't reach the front seat extreme) between TEX (far side) and leather (driver's side) at least for mid '80s cars. Careful examin

Re: [MBZ] 85 124? Really?

2006-02-24 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 5:39 PM, Donald Snook wrote: That makes sense. A 5 speed turbo would not do much good, would it? When you clutch and shift (and thus lose RPMs) wouldn't you lose most of the turbo boost. I guess that is why we never/rarely see a 5 sp. Turbo. Donald H. Snook

Re: [MBZ] RPM Redline

2006-02-25 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 9:13 PM, David Brodbeck wrote: Actually, I don't smoke, so I used a chunk of a styrofoam cup. Probably the styrofoam has just collapsed. I need to try again, but I can't get the @#$*$#! thing apart...must have tightened it too hard last time. That styrofoam'

Re: [MBZ] Blue Bomber starts-update

2006-02-25 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 24, 2006, at 8:15 PM, Luther Gulseth wrote: More digging tonight and prodding produced this. I could stick my hand down and use my thumb to move what's left of rod #1 around on the crankshaft. So, I spun it around to where the rod broke off and took a picture. Follow the screw dri

Re: [MBZ] Hello from Santa Fe

2006-02-25 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 25, 2006, at 1:23 AM, Brian Chase wrote: AAaak. I found out it was 32.6 MPG. I'm still pretty happy - especially considering the terrain and the luggage/tools/supplies. Brian Still very good mpg. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] Hello from Santa Fe

2006-02-25 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 25, 2006, at 2:05 AM, Brian Chase wrote: I will try to be creative later, once home. I am thinking of sewing them up with fishing line, then gluing the seam with gorilla glue. I know - generic - but may as well shoot for the money savings. Brian 83 240D Quick Boots work O

Re: [MBZ] Morning sluggishness

2006-02-25 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 25, 2006, at 2:11 AM, Brian Chase wrote: Is it common for these diesels to be sluggish when cold? This morning it seemed the thing was less peppy than the night before (insert your quips here). Was almost scarry trying to take off in traffic - I think it was almost floor-boarded and

Re: [MBZ] Isolating small oil leak around radiator

2006-02-25 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 25, 2006, at 9:44 AM, John Peterson wrote: Friends, my 300D came out of winter hibernation for a day yesterday and I noticed a small drip of oil (not trans fluid) from the bottom driver's side of the Behr radiator. It is very hard to see the origin of the drip- as chasing oil that

Re: [MBZ] OT: SnapOn warranty

2006-02-25 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 25, 2006, at 11:10 AM, Zeitgeist wrote: My question is regarding how SnapOn honors its tool warranty. Can I just grab any SnapOn truck and request service, or what? Or, do I need to handle this directly with SnapOn HQ? TIA -- Casey Unusual for one to fail, may just have gummed up

Re: [MBZ] OT: SnapOn warranty

2006-02-25 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 25, 2006, at 11:48 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: For this reason I prefer my beam torque wrench. It should last 'forever'. It's also interesting to watch the torque creep down with it. You can be twisting a bolt and reach the torque, but if you hold it in position it'll often creep downwards.

Re: [MBZ] Ratchet lube

2006-02-25 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 25, 2006, at 12:25 PM, tom savage wrote: This brings up a question I've been meaning to ask for a while now. I've got a 1/2" Craftsman ratchet which is older than I am and has an oil port on the end. I'm sure it has never been serviced. Is there any particular oil I should use? Tha

Re: [MBZ] W124 Motor Mounts

2006-02-25 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 25, 2006, at 2:15 PM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: the suspension must be stress relieved as follows. - then it explains how to strress relive the suspension. When they speak of suspension in this context they are referring to the engine/tranny mounts, not the springs and control ar

Re: [MBZ] Morning sluggishness

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 25, 2006, at 10:01 PM, Brian Chase wrote: In fact, that's not the only inconsistency: The mileage suffered, falling from the high of 32.6 to around 25 on the next two tanks. I am baffled as to why. Does outside temperature affect mileage? We got the higher mileage in warmer weather.

Re: [MBZ] Project 240D in Oregon

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 12:11 AM, ms.300SD wrote: Come on, somebody! A coupla cans of Diesel purge, some good car wash, carpet vacuum and shampoo, some of that nice Meguiar's #25 wax, and some long cruises on the freeway, and I know she'd be a nice car.those two tanks! Anyone! I'll ta

Re: [MBZ] sagging rear 126

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 12:21 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Will really worn out shocks cause the rear end of a 126 to sag and have the wheels slightly tilted toward the center at the top(like when car pushed down) or should I look for something else? Shocks are REALLY bad on this car for star

Re: [MBZ] name my car

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 12:34 AM, ms.300SD wrote: Brut...ah..now that smell takes me back, way back. I like that nameI like it alot ! Lynn OK Lynn, Who's the hunk that did the commercial? I don't know why Joe Namath comes to mind. Johnny B. I Mac Th

Re: [MBZ] sagging rear 126

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 12:49 AM, M.Afzaal Khan wrote: Recently I replaced all four shocks on 300Se ; the car stands higher as compared to before 20mm or so The ride is taut and firm now as compard to the softy feel before, Mak The shocks would be gas charged, although I have not had thi

Re: [MBZ] Morning sluggishness

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 2:30 AM, Brian Chase wrote: For that matter, I was going to ask the cold-climate listers what they do about deciding whether to store their klattas in the winter, or drive them, and if they store them, do they start them like once a week, or do they pull out the batter

Re: [MBZ] No starter response

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 2:37 AM, Brian Chase wrote: Sound like a bad connection somewhere? Or what? Brian 83 240D Try it in neutral (if its automatic), your shift linkage or neutral safety switch may be out of adjustment. In most cases this is an indicator that the starter solenoid is abou

Re: [MBZ] Loosing oil

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 9:04 AM, Bruce Lulfs wrote: I am a new MB owner and could not buy a nice car. I got a 85 300 SD With the help of a new friend got it to run nice. I took it out for a short drive and made a fast stop ( Did not shut it off ) Walking back to the car I saw oil coming out fa

Re: [MBZ] Flea's w126

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 10:13 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: Cool! I wonder if that kind of paint (or decal) job would enhance the Frankenheap or not. -- Jim Of course it would. Dumping a gallon of interior flat latex (any color) on it would be an enhancement. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] what is going on with Mobil 1

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 10:25 AM, Allan Streib wrote: It's a bit frustrating that they keep reformulating and relabeling these oils. Hopefully they are at least improving them in the process. So, for reference next time, what is the recommended M1 oil for an MB diesel? Do I need to hunt down som

Re: [MBZ] name my car

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 10:48 AM, Tom Scordato wrote: I must make immense..." That's amends. You need to go here http://www.kissthisguy.com/ Enjoy! Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] Hello from Santa Fe

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 11:12 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: So why am I hoping for better out of our to-be 2.5 5spd? Call me a dreamer, I guess! -- Jim Because you're unemployed at present. I Hope you win the lottery and never need another job. Nothing wrong wishful thinking though. Johnn

[MBZ] TV tuner for Mac

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
Does anyone have any info on watching TV on a Mac? I know its done but that's all I know. I'd pay if need be but would prefer some free software. I'm hoping that hardware won't be necessary. I did a Google search and as usual was inundated with info. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] Idle noise

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 12:29 PM, Stuart Saxonberg wrote: Hi, everybody! Long time, no post. Lately, now that diesel prices have died down a bit, I fixed an electrical problem, and so on, I've been driving my 300D again, and I've noticed something making a big rattling noise at idle, from the e

Re: [MBZ] TV tuner for Mac

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 12:34 PM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: One more thing about that link for TV I provided -make sure you read the "Terms" carefully - they have a "strict no refund policy" which always makes me nervous. Also, check out the channel list - while they a

Re: [MBZ] TV tuner for Mac

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 2:28 PM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi John, Don't understand it - I sent the email with the link twice and neither have come thru. Strange - Sorry - it was a place called NetspanTV once more - http://www.netspantv.com/ Sincerely, Larry T ('74 911

Re: [MBZ] name my car

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 2:38 PM, Tom Scordato wrote: amends I tried to spell check it but it did not work I am from the age "johnny can not read or write" sorry/Tom Did you check out the website? Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] TV tuner for Mac

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 3:05 PM, Ed Booher wrote: John, You *will* need a hardware solution. Period. You must get the TV data into the Mac in someway Maybe Time Warner Cable already has something available. I have a 17"Flat Panel G4 iMac, so anything has to be external. FireWire probably th

Re: [MBZ] TV for Mac

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 3:19 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Johnny, Get Plextor ConvertxPX-TV402U-NA/MAC. I did my homework...It's more expensive than the Windows version...About $202-224 but shop Ebay or Buy .com. { I'm going to do my Africa films/pics with mine} Bob

Re: [MBZ] What is the most addictive thing about a Mercedes Diesel?

2006-02-26 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 3:30 PM, ms.300SD wrote: Hi Friends, I was sitting here taking a break from the Anterior Pituitary hormones, the gonadotropins, the adrenocorticotropid hormones and the Thyrotropins to check the GMAIL to see if anyone wants to collect that car from Mosier. Y

Re: [MBZ] Oil Questions

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 21, 2006, at 10:09 PM, wilton strickland wrote: Suckiing oil out of my 123's, 124 and 126 removes more than draining it. Wilton It does? I never measure what comes out, so I'm no help for comparison. I still change oil both ways. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] No starter response

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 4:59 PM, Brian Chase wrote: Thanks for concise info. So, when the thing wants to be put in neutral, and perhaps jiggled, this is related to the starter solenoid? Okay. Will look toward getting a reman starter. No, you missed something. That's to see if your neutra

Re: [MBZ] Morning sluggishness

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 5:35 PM, David Brodbeck wrote: I've heard that, if you store a car, it's best *not* to start it periodically unless you're going to drive it far enough to get it up to operating temperature. Just starting it and letting it idle for a while, but not driving it hard enough

Re: [MBZ] Flea's w126

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 5:39 PM, David Brodbeck wrote: That reminds me of the "harlequin" VW Golfs I've seen occasionally, where every body panel is a different color. There are a few of them on that site too. I wouldn't want to drive around in one but they look kinda cool. Johnny B. I Mac

Re: [MBZ] Morning sluggishness

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 7:05 PM, Brian Chase wrote: I've thought also that if it's an auto tranny, putting it into each gear a time or two might be useful to distribute fluid? This is a very good idea. It can keep the tranny fluid from leaking out. The convertor has an anti-drain down valve.

Re: [MBZ] What is the most addictive thing about a Mercedes Diesel?

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 4:32 PM, ms.300SD wrote: Johnny, I may head over there next weekend to take a gander at this one in person. If I beg enough, hubby may relent. Then I can pet it until the end of spring quarter..heh.afterall, his Mom lives in Buffalo..Aren't you in or near R

Re: [MBZ] Porsche Carrera GT clutch change

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 9:59 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A last observation. The policy of Porsche is that the dealership technician is designated to replace body parts. So, there is no body shop work expected until you get into the tub sub frame. That will get the car a trip back to the hom

Re: [MBZ] ok, all this talk about M1 has me wondering

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 10:24 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: So we figured out that most 603's can go 15k miles on m1(or amsoil). What about older 617, 616, 615 etc? Ok, so what about gas cars like 103's, 117's etc? How long can they go. Same miles, more miles, less miles? I would think more mile

Re: [MBZ] Ratchet lube

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 11:29 PM, tom savage wrote: ...Most of the time. It seems that once every 30+ years is an insuffient maintenace regimen for a ratchet, by which time it is so full of dirt that fresh oil will serve only to migrate that dirt into the ratcheting mechanism and cause it to ja

Re: [MBZ] What is the most addictive thing about a Mercedes Diesel?

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 26, 2006, at 11:21 PM, ms.300SD wrote: Hm. I wonder why guys love to make jokes about proctologists. I don't get it either. If you were a Psych nurse you'd no doubt have the answer(s) to that one. Maybe Big Don will shed some light on the subject. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore

Re: [MBZ] Ratchet lube

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 12:21 AM, Craig McCluskey wrote: When I broke the guts of my 1968 era Craftsman rachet, they wouldn't give me a new one and insisted on a repair kit. Still works just fine (and I think I did it twice with the socket retaining mechanism being the part that failed). Cr

Re: [MBZ] what is going on with Mobil 1

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 12:33 AM, Loren Faeth wrote: Maybe we should all sign up under johnny B and make him the Amsoil baron superhero. I certainly wouldn't mind any inquiries and I'm willing to work with anyone interested in Amsoil products. I just recently became a dealer and plan on d

Re: [MBZ] TV for Mac

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 8:28 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: Justa sec here, are we looking to put TV on the computer like in from the cable line or antenna or are we looking to come from a VCR or other rca type video connection? I would like to watch TV via cable on my computer every now and then

Re: [MBZ] ok, all this talk about M1 has me wondering

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 8:57 AM, OK Don wrote: I don't konw that the filters do much to remove soot -- could I guess - so I'd have an analysis done to find out. For many years some toilet paper filter set-ups have been making the claim that they have the ability to lower soot content. The onl

Re: [MBZ] Ebay warning

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 9:01 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Got an email today, message from ebay member, asking a question. Looked like the standard thing you would get from ebay. Sometimes people block their email addresses so it doesnt show up for you to simply respond to, so you have to

Re: [MBZ] ok, all this talk about M1 has me wondering

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 9:15 AM, Ed Booher wrote: Wait ... let me understand ... you drive 15K miles between oil changes, without problem or worry, and feel good about it? (Meaning, once you've verified an engine is in top shape and ready to roll in your fleet, you trust that it's good)

Re: [MBZ] W124 Motor Mounts

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 9:28 AM, Rusty Cullens wrote: Marshall, you could have linked to MY website ya know. That won't hurt you any, as long as everyone read your price beating policy. I'll give you a free plug. RUSTY WILL BEAT ANY ADVERTISED PRICE ON ANY ITEM BIMBY CARRIES !!! J

Re: [MBZ] What is the most addictive thing about a Mercedes

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 10:22 AM, Donald Snook wrote: Who is "Big Don"? LT Don. Because he is a big guy. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] Morning sluggishness

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 10:52 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: Central MA. We hit -5F last night, the 240D was not interested in starting this morning. I put the block heater on for an hour and then thanked heaven that I bought a new battery the old one pooped out in about 20 seconds. The new one manan

Re: [MBZ] Hello from Santa Fe

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 10:55 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: Really? I keep forgetting to use 5th, I've gotten so used to a 4spd after 50kmi. I'm probably going an extra 10-15 miles out of my 80 mile round trip commute in 4th when I could be in 5th. I figure thats 50-75 miles a week. If I want best f

Re: [MBZ] ok, all this talk about M1 has me wondering

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 11:30 AM, Marshall Booth wrote: My OM60x engines running on Mobil/Delvac 1 tend to get noisy when soot levels approach 2%, but that's not sufficiently reliable to use as a change indicator. When the lifters get noisy, I often find the engine is due/overdue for an oil chan

Re: [MBZ] OM617 valve stem seals

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 12:07 PM, Luther Gulseth wrote: How common is it for the valve stem seals to be a major source of oil burn? My coupe is buring (I'm absolutely positive it's NOT a leak) about 1qt/300mi. The ground under my car at work (assigned parking-same each day) will only have 2-

Re: [MBZ] TV for Mac

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 1:23 PM, George Gregory wrote: Ratman... Expect an email from Penoff. Suttles fixed you up with him A date? I'm touched. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] ok, all this talk about M1 has me wondering

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 3:42 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: *Hand raised* our own Larry T sells oil analysis services. I've so far only tested my Dodge but will start testing the 190D when it hits 5,000 miles on this oil. Of course to do that I'll need to order some more test kits. At $55 for 3 I don

Re: [MBZ] Drooling over a carrera GT clutch

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 3:53 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've held one of those carbon-ceramic clutch assemblies in my hands and it is indeed impressive. Glad to see that the part has come down from the original $14k. No. I don't think he will drive it much differently. Anyone who drives a

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Morning sluggishness

2006-02-27 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 3:54 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: I can't have the block heater on for more than about 2 hours as the battery I use to power it only has 110ah of capacity and I don't want to ruin its life by totally flattening it. See I live in a 3rd floor walkup and have nowhere to plug in

Re: [MBZ] Sticky ignition lock

2006-02-28 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 6:34 PM, Hendrik Riessen wrote: Yeah but that costs money, I'll try lubricating (thanks Luther) and another key before doing the right thing. Hang on, bugger it the ashtray is full as well might as well buy another car:-) Hendrik who had a lead on a cheap 190D 2.5 but

Re: [MBZ] Ratchet lube

2006-02-28 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 7:46 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: A friend has one, possibly 40's vintage, 18" or so, 1/2" drive. The last time he took it to Sears (~1980) they didn't want to rebuild it, they wanted to exchange it for a 12". He declined. A lot of his tools have walked off in the last couple of y

Re: [MBZ] OT - TV tuner for Mac

2006-02-28 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 27, 2006, at 8:05 PM, redghost wrote: Which mac? The old 630/6400/6500 had the MPEG/TV card upgrade that allowed one to watch cable or off the air. Record it in QT as well. No matter how you slice it, you will need the hardware, just for the receiver. ATI made an all in wonder c

Re: [MBZ] Ratchet lube

2006-02-28 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 12:46 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: He knew ten years ago that anything the clowns got their hands on would be destroyed or disappeared, but he parked the trailer over there anyway. Oh well. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] 201 Wiper Sluggish

2006-02-28 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 9:48 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: While we're talking wipers has anybody ever lubed a 201 wiper? When its real cold out the wiper on my '85 190D gets real sluggish. This car has the sliding monowiper, I can't remember the specifc term, it goes in and out during its travel.

Re: [MBZ] W123 power steering

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 3:59 PM, LT Don wrote: I am going to finally get around to flushing and changing filter in my power steering ('77 240D). Recommendations, if any, on what brand of ATF to use when I refill? -- 1977 240D The best that you can afford. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore

Re: [MBZ] WAS What is the most addictive NOW colorectal etc

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 6:31 PM, R A Bennell wrote: So, my question is, how many of you folks have had one of these? For those that have, how would you feel about having one annually? I'm Forty Nine soon to be fifty, I was under the impression that forty was the age to start looking up ther

Re: [MBZ] 300 D or 300 T D

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 6:57 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: The conventional wisdom: buy the turbo! -- Jim Yup. Buy as many as you can, save 'em, fix 'em, sell 'em wreck 'em, swap 'em. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] Spelling

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 7:00 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The other one on the MB lists is "breaks" for brakes. RLE I'm kind of a stickler for correct spelling. I'm real good on my own but spell check nails me now and then. I have noticed lately that I am making more simple errors. Like wa

Re: [MBZ] 300 D or 300 T D

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 7:18 PM, Marshall Booth wrote: the 722.1 series transmission in the older models is not as nice as the 722.3 series. For reasons only I may comprehend, I like the earlier tranny in the $100 car (79 300SD). It works perfectly as do the rest of the fleet I just like th

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2006

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 7:20 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: For some reason Jabba can only fit on planes going to wisconsin, not sure why that is. I know from Gary telling me that he likes flying first class for many reasons. First on First off, better treatment, more comfort, better menu, l

Re: [MBZ] What is the most addictive thing about a Mercedes Diesel?

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 5:32 PM, Marshall Booth wrote: Frequency is entirely a matter of risk. The results of your colonoscopy (and your medical history) will define how frequently you need to repeat the procedure. Marshall Think Oil Analysis. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2006

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 9:57 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: well fly first class out here dude. John Berryman wrote: I may be dumb enough to drive then spend some time at my place in Tn. afterwards. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2006

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 10:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: That would be cool. You should spend a couple of months here working on cars and stripping down other cars. I doubt I could afford you though!! You never know, I might just do it for fun. I have a better idea. Come to Tennessee wi

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2006

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Feb 28, 2006, at 10:59 PM, LT Don wrote: You looked much bigger on tv. All smoke and mirrors. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] W123 power steering

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 3:49 AM, David Brodbeck wrote: What do you do with the ATF after you suck it out? The place where I drop off my used engine oil doesn't want any other fluids. Mix it in with your drain oil. They'll never know and it won't hurt anything. In NYS any entity selling oils,

Re: [MBZ] 80' 300SD in Car and Driver this month

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 7:55 AM, Sunil Hari wrote: Also, in 1980 was the 300SD a turbo? I thought the turbodiesel started in 1981 ... Yes it is a turbodiesel. My 1979 300SD is too. IIRC the 1978 model was a turbodiesel also. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] 80' 300SD in Car and Driver this month

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 8:49 AM, Levi Smith wrote: Oh, THAT was the other thing that sounded off.. He said he was cruising around 80-90MPH and at around 4100RPM's and that was at just about redline.. I thought we were just discussing the redline being at 5K, which would still be a ways off in

Re: [MBZ] W123 power steering

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 9:40 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Im still not a believer in putting it in the crankcase either. I dont really need the cold starting properties as it doesnt get that cold here. Dont keep any of my cars for 5-10 years to make it worth putting it in. I suppose extended c

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2006

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 11:03 AM, Gary Hurst wrote: where in TN? we maybe need a Johnny B festival Vanleer, in Dickson County. About 60 something miles west of Nashville. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] Headlight Troubles

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 12:27 PM, Bill Gallagher wrote: Donald Snook wrote: For the last two weeks my right front headlight has had a poltergeist. Sometimes when I turn on the headlights, the little warning light comes on telling me that a light is out. When I look at the headlight it is no

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2006

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 12:31 PM, Rusty Cullens wrote: First Class is $1,400.00 dude. Only $1,400.00? Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2006

2006-03-01 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 4:31 PM, Luther Gulseth wrote: Johnny, are you gonna venture over to OkieQ? I'm seriously considering it. We'll be building another house starting this Spring but I should be able to swing it. Its a no pressure deal because we're just adding the real estate to our

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2006

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 5:21 PM, George Gregory wrote: Johnny B Fest sounds like a great idea. ___ GG In Bolton Landing NY. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] sort of MB related...sprechen Sie Deutsch?

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 6:59 PM, Bob Rentfro wrote: SWMBO Will someone please tell me what that translates to? It seems to point to wife. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] sort of MB related...sprechen Sie Deutsch?

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 7:39 PM, Bob Rentfro wrote: She Who Must Be Obeyed OK, Wife. Less typing unless girlfriend applies or whatever applies. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] SWMBO translation (was: sort of MB related)

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 7:54 PM, LT Don wrote: JFC, you've been married HOW long, Johnny? 14 years. I think we share the power, constant honest communication, never had an argument with her. who knows maybe I'm the perfect man. I think I'm nuts and it amazes me that I am unrestricted.

Re: [MBZ] W124 TD rear leveling

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 7:56 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: How much do they charge for those, in US$? It would likely be the easiest way to do an SLS 190D without having the proper euro head. I'm surprised that none of you rocket scientists have rigged an electro-hydraulic unit to work with SLS cars

Re: [MBZ] SWMBO translation (was: sort of MB related)

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 1, 2006, at 9:02 PM, LT Don wrote: For you, we shall change it to She Who Must Be Appreciated. That'll work. I love her, she makes it easy. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] W124 TD rear leveling

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 2, 2006, at 2:03 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: The factory SLS pump is simple and reliable, but I do wonder how much power it consumes, or if a pump problem on the cam driven pump could cost you a timing chain. it is almost constantly in by-pass, so its taking some power to pop the relief

Re: [MBZ] I found an 82 300CD

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 2, 2006, at 7:44 AM, Sunil Hari wrote: these cars aren't -that- rare, but they're definitely fun to drive. Rarer are the wagons, but if that isn't your bag then the coupes are nice. Around here the're not. I have 6 300TDs and only 2 300CDs. I will be parting a 123 300TD next wee

Re: [MBZ] SWMBO translation (was: sort of MB related)

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 2, 2006, at 9:23 AM, Mike Canfield wrote: If you make sure SWMBO is SWMBPP instead she will walk around with a smile on her face all day and kinda ignore all the stupid stuff we guys do. Mike OK what does that translate to? How about FLAPS? I'll come up with some more as I read

Re: [MBZ] SWMBO translation (was: sort of MB related)

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 2, 2006, at 10:08 AM, Craig McCluskey wrote: I had to ask about that one a couple of months ago. Friendly Local Auto Parts Store Thanks, I once had like 19 pages of internet terms and abbreviations for a reference but I think What'shername used it for kindling. I didn't grow up

Re: [MBZ] OkieQ 2006, ****UPDATE***

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 2, 2006, at 10:33 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Have had a few people request to move the okieq date back a week to the weekend of June 24th. Before I move it I want to make sure somebody who has already planned to come for the original date is not going to have a problem changing t

Re: [MBZ] SWMBO translation (was: sort of MB related)

2006-03-02 Thread John Berryman
On Mar 2, 2006, at 10:54 AM, Mike Canfield wrote: It won't offend me either but I get tired of people whining. Just like saying F this or that or the "C" word..Ridiculous if you ask me..The meaning is still there. Is gosh darn it NOT cussing? I don't think so. Mike Here's

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