Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** 500SEC hope this isn't Jabba

2018-09-23 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Hmmm another potential place to sell overpriced cars Poos. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 23, 2018, at 11:57 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Jeezo Pete! Is this a venue for stupid prices? > > I looked at a couple of the listings and the prices on the cars were > outrageous. > > -D >

[MBZ] 240D with heated seats

2018-09-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Too bad it’s rusty as hell 1082 Mercedes-Benz 240D https://columbiamo.craigslist.org/cto/d/1082-mercedes-benz-240d/6705108506.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or ch

Re: [MBZ] A crazy idea

2018-09-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Yep Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 22, 2018, at 9:04 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > They are worth $millions > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > >> On Sep 22, 2018, at 8:11 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Some

[MBZ] A crazy idea

2018-09-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Something popped into my head today. I thought about taking pics of my 40-50+ parts cars and throwing an ad up on Craigslist as a package deal for $20-30k. Would be interesting to see who or what pops up out of the woodwork in response. Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] Uh Oh

2018-09-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Either he has me blocked or I have him blockers Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 22, 2018, at 6:50 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Gary Alan Hurst > > > > > Rick > > From: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Sent: September 22, 2018 6:21 PM > To: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Reply-to: mercedes@okie

Re: [MBZ] After a Night of Hookers and Blow...

2018-09-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I have seen his videos even now and then but have not really paid much attention. I just watched this one which lead me to watching a few more. I can see myself being addicted to watching his videos. I think he is coming to OKC for some club deal. He would probably like to make a side trip to Ok

Re: [MBZ] Uh Oh

2018-09-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I do not see posts from jabba Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 22, 2018, at 6:18 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Here ya go. > > > Rick > > From: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Sent: September 22, 2018 5:00 PM > To: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Cc: ka...@striplin

Re: [MBZ] Uh Oh

2018-09-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
He is? Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 22, 2018, at 4:58 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > It appears Jabba the Hurst is on > a W123 FB forum a few of us here are on. > Any bets as to how long it will take for him to get banned? > > Rick > > > ___ >

[MBZ] A car for poos

2018-09-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Check out what I found on Facebook Marketplace. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2138605429483056/ Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: After a Night of Hookers and Blow...

2018-09-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Is that so? Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 22, 2018, at 3:31 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Pierre is over on what is known as the “Space Coast”. Melbourne, > thereabouts. His exact location is kept secret due to the value of many of > the vehicles he services. > > -D > > >> On

Re: [MBZ] After a Night of Hookers and Blow...

2018-09-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
And in my case, maybe a billionaire. Maybe I will run for president. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 22, 2018, at 12:23 AM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > So, using this guys logic, our supply of Mercedes parts makes us all multi > millionaires. > > > On Fri, Sep 21, 2018 at 6:17 PM, Dwight G

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: ***SPAM*** ???

2018-09-20 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I have no idea, it must be something the mail host if flagging, probably some change to the software or something. On 9/20/2018 6:43 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: Does anyone know why we've been inundated with spam tags on messages the past few days? Greg

Re: [MBZ] 1999 Mercedes-Benz S320...great condition - $3000

2018-09-20 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I’m glad I got you addicted to the 210. The 211 seems to be even better but no doubt more complicated. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 20, 2018, at 9:48 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Depends. > > If you were to buy a later (facelift) model and desire a large, heavy car > with a lot of

Re: [MBZ] 1995 Mercedes E300D

2018-09-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Damn it. I forgot you were selling your car. Mine just got hit in the rear door and I probably would have been very interested in yours. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 19, 2018, at 7:05 PM, Robert Massmann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Finally sold the E300D with 466,000 miles on it. Got $700. I or

[MBZ] An interesting video

2018-09-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=xZIB8vauWSI&feature=share Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

2018-09-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Yep, I probably won’t be there. Somebody should tell him it would be worth his while to come see the largest private fleet of fine MB vehicles. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 18, 2018, at 7:43 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://youtu.be/vk8H_kIwd4A > > Rick > > > _

Re: [MBZ] Selling GL320cdi

2018-09-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
A new engine does not have any bearing on a value FYI.  The value assumes it has a good running engine. On 9/18/2018 5:05 PM, archer75--- via Mercedes wrote: Many thanks for all the comments. I've sent them to daughter who will answer the questions. I think they will take what NADA or another

Re: [MBZ] 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300D 2.5 Turbo

2018-09-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Thinking about it although I love the color too. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 18, 2018, at 10:59 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Kaleb sez: > >> Watch the video and see what you think it could be. > >> https://youtu.be/ReT33SpvtaY > > I do like the color. > For sale? > > Rick > _

Re: [MBZ] Facebook Learned Me Something

2018-09-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
All youths think they are right these days. I see so much bad misinformation on that group it’s not even funny. When I have tried to present almost 30 years of experience with their issues they generally ignore it. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 18, 2018, at 3:13 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Facebook Learned Me Something

2018-09-18 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Exactly Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 18, 2018, at 12:22 AM, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes > wrote: > > I don't buy it. If plugging the halfs together a couple of teeth off causes > vibration, how can it not matter? > >> -Original Message- >> From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@oki

[MBZ] Manny 115 300D?

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1975 Mercedes 300D https://santafe.craigslist.org/cto/d/1975-mercedes-300d/6699810255.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.

[MBZ] 200D

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1966 Mercedes 200d (not running) https://santafe.craigslist.org/cto/d/1966-mercedes-200d-not-running/6699814200.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery o

[MBZ] car for Poos

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1999-Mercedes-Benz-E-Class-E300-TURBO-DIESEL-SUNROOF-LEATHER-6-DISC-CD-CHANGE/263942910938?hash=item3d743933da:g:APcAAOSwPhhbGA1m&vxp=mtr --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz

Re: [MBZ] Facebook Learned Me Something

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
That is the same people who worship uncle kent and some kid on there who is a 123 god and runs some sort of shop yet does not own a basic set of valve adjusting wrenches.  Regardless of what the guy says, I do not buy you can just swap halves and it does not vibrate.  I highly suspect the guy d

Re: [MBZ] This is their valuation report

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Well that would be the current claim. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 17, 2018, at 9:30 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > The one on 8-18 shouldn't count against the value. > Mitch. > >> On September 17, 2018 at 7:51 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Merced

Re: [MBZ] This is their valuation report

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
It is mainly just the door, which would need to be replaced.  I have plenty of doors, would just have to get one painted to match.  It did get into the panel a little bit between the rear of the back door and the wheel well but not that bad, just a scrape/dent. On 9/17/2018 9:20 PM, Mitch Hal

[MBZ] 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300D 2.5 Turbo

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
> > This was a daily driver until it started missing and smoking suddenly. It > starts right up and has a little bit of a miss, but after a few minutes it > starts missing and smoking more. It seems like a stuck injector or something > like that. It’s been parked for several years but still st

Re: [MBZ] This is their valuation report

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
So this car has had 9 claims filed.  WOW.  Not sure I have ever run across a car hit this many times. 11/97 3/01 9/03 10/06 6/07 12/07 3/10 12/13 8/18 On 9/17/2018 5:20 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: On 17/09/2018 5:05 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I finally read

Re: [MBZ] MAXmobile -- 1995 Mercedes Benz E320 Wagon - $500 (West Ashley)

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Price? Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 17, 2018, at 6:21 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > I have buddy who is getting ready to sell his 87 300TD. No rust,not bottom > feeding.170k miles,new SLS etc. > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On Sep 17, 2018 6:29 PM, "Max Dillon via Merced

Re: [MBZ] This is their valuation report

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I finally read thru the entire report. Looks like they show all the claims this vehicle has been involved in. Look at how many claims it has had over the years. Geez. I really don’t think I have a whole lot to back up a larger payout as this is pretty much a bottom feeder sort of car anyway. S

[MBZ] This is their valuation report

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: HOME CLMS-STATEFARMCLAIMS > Date: September 17, 2018 at 4:43:20 PM CDT > To: "ka...@striplin.net" > Subject: Claim# 59-5526-H78 > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okie

[MBZ] State Farm offer

2018-09-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
They are offering just short of $3k. Buy back is $483 so net would be a little over $2500. Looking at book values high retail per nada is $5675, low retail is $2575. Most comparable out there are $3500 up to $8k. I tell them this and they will have to come up on their offer. They say they can’t

Re: [MBZ] Secret message for the carolina boys

2018-09-16 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
The first thing that jumped out at me was Wilton passed. I got a shock there for a minute. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 16, 2018, at 2:49 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Wilton passed by text: no internet or tv since Friday, water in his basement > but sump pump is bringing the lev

Re: [MBZ] My 06 E350 problems - FYI Warranty Extensions

2018-09-14 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Nope not for sale. The wife said she wants to drive it, so it will be tore up by the end of the year. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 14, 2018, at 7:35 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > So that one's gas, not diesel? > For sale? > > Rick > > > The 05 e320 I just picked up yesterday a

Re: [MBZ] My 06 E350 problems - FYI Warranty Extensions

2018-09-14 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
The 05 e320 I just picked up yesterday and getting ready to start driving home had the fuel tank replaced 3 times by the PO. It seems it’s going to be ready for a 4th soon. It will be going in for the SBC when it gets back. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 14, 2018, at 7:01 AM, Larry Turner via Mer

Re: [MBZ] OT Flo

2018-09-14 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
H they are not showing available at my local store. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 14, 2018, at 4:55 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > This is what I have for our windows and doors. Not cheap, but lets light in > and very light so it’s easy to handle and store: > > https://www.lowes.co

Re: [MBZ] 95 e300 State Farm update

2018-09-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
antsy they become. Take the car home with you so they can not steal it > > > clay monroe > redgh...@comcast.net > > > >> On Sep 11, 2018, at 7:24 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> So I took the car in last week to their body sho

[MBZ] Why would somebody bid 2k for this?

2018-09-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
This is the 2nd go around for this car.  First time it ended at $1200 reserve not met. https://www.ebay.com/itm/1976-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series/123354566018?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com __

Re: [MBZ] 95 e300 State Farm update

2018-09-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
greement to buy the > car from you. > Mitch. >> On September 11, 2018 at 10:24 AM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" >> wrote: >> >> >> So I took the car in last week to their body shop who estimated the damage >> at $3500 as opposed to th

Re: [MBZ] 95 e300 State Farm update

2018-09-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
gt;> >> --FT >> >> >>> On 9/11/18 10:24 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >>> So I took the car in last week to their body shop who estimated the damage >>> at $3500 as opposed to the $2100 estimate from their app. Called them today >&

Re: [MBZ] 95 e300 State Farm update

2018-09-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Oh they will not get the car. Just will have to see what they offer and what the buy back is. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 11, 2018, at 9:37 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > buy it back and fix it and run it into the ground > > --FT > > >> On 9/11/

[MBZ] 95 e300 State Farm update

2018-09-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
So I took the car in last week to their body shop who estimated the damage at $3500 as opposed to the $2100 estimate from their app. Called them today and they are totaling it. They ordered some title report or something from the state and will call when it comes in. I guess we shall see what th

[MBZ] How many different folks on this list used to own this car?

2018-09-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
http://okiebenz.com/pics/83VWQuantum/ --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.

[MBZ] a former Knutsack car that I ruined

2018-09-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
http://okiebenz.com/pics/1965220SEb/ --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.o

[MBZ] I wonder how much this 108 I used to have would be worth today?

2018-09-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Looking back I think this car had a lot of potential, I probably should have kept it. http://okiebenz.com/pics/73%20280SEL/ --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http:/

[MBZ] A car for poos?

2018-09-10 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Check out what I found on Facebook Marketplace. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/458171597980330/ Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go t

[MBZ] a finny

2018-09-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1966-Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-Fintail/263927330705?hash=item3d734b7791:g:EvoAAOSwN~ZblWb9&vxp=mtr --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www

[MBZ] Seems like these would be hard to find now days

2018-09-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I wonder if this is a good price?  Would be nice to have but I hardly work on 117s anymore. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-M116-M117-Engine-Block-Head-Bold-Drilling-Fixture/132774307658?hash=item1ee9f7274a:g:PJoAAOSwTORblHSI --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.a

[MBZ] Don't use cheap 722.6 connector bushings

2018-09-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I finished up the conductor plate on the 99 e300 and just used the no name brand connector bushing that came with the kit.  I spent 30-45 minutes trying to get the locking ring to turn and pull the connector into the connection.  No matter what I tried, I could not get it to turn.  I happen to

Re: [MBZ] This is what happens when you fry your brain on too much cocaine

2018-09-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
No Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 5, 2018, at 8:03 PM, Dwight Giles wrote: > > A w202 wasn't worth 20k repairs,when it was new. Right? > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > >> On Sep 5, 2018 8:58 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" >> wrote: &

[MBZ] This is what happens when you fry your brain on too much cocaine

2018-09-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1995 Mercedes Benz C-280 For Sale https://lawrence.craigslist.org/cto/d/1995-mercedes-benz-280-for/6688155244.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery opt

Re: [MBZ] I guess 115 values are going up

2018-09-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Yes On 9/5/2018 5:53 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: That price is absurd for hardly having any pictures and a terrible description. On Wednesday, September 5, 2018, 6:43:11 PM EDT, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: https://www.ebay.com/itm/1975-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series/132769451145?hash

[MBZ] I guess 115 values are going up

2018-09-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1975-Mercedes-Benz-300-Series/132769451145?hash=item1ee9ad0c89:g:glwAAOSwmrpbjyo6&vxp=mtr --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okieben

[MBZ] A weekend project

2018-09-05 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1971-Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-280E/292710625471?hash=item4426e9b0bf:g:9SAAAOSwkZhbiFQL&vxp=mtr --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.ok

[MBZ] Wow

2018-09-04 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1972 Mercedes https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/1972-mercedes-280-sel-45-sedan/6689116034.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http:

Re: [MBZ] Craig needs this

2018-09-04 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
V6 diesel did not start till the 642 in 07 Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 4, 2018, at 11:15 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Last of the I-6 engines... > But why won't the left side of the hood latch down? > I tried to bid on it, and like all of the NM cars, it says I can't bid > becau

Re: [MBZ] My 06 E350 problems - FYI Warranty Extensions

2018-09-04 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
last week and they > say it covers '03-'06 E Class, '06 CLS, '03-'12 SL, and some Maybachs and SLR. > > Hope this helps... > > LarryT > > > > >> On 09/03/2018 7:48 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> That is for the SB

Re: [MBZ] Emergency power steering hose repair

2018-09-03 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Crazy isn’t it? Sent from my iPhone On Sep 3, 2018, at 8:21 PM, fmiser via Mercedes wrote: >> Kaleb wrote: > >> I am out of town. > >> No tools available. > > You got it a car and drove more than 10 miles without tools??!!?? > > Oh my! > > > ___ > http

Re: [MBZ] My 06 E350 problems - FYI Warranty Extensions

2018-09-03 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
That is for the SBC brake system, not the fuel system. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 3, 2018, at 6:23 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > I have a 2005 E320. I rec'd no letter but I am 3rd owner. Any clues on how > I could check? > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On Sep 3, 2018 5:

Re: [MBZ] Emergency power steering hose repair

2018-09-03 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
tape on top of the leak... get > a spare can of ATF fluid so you can keep it topped off. > > On Mon, Sep 3, 2018 at 12:39 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> Perhaps you missed the entire point. I am out of town. Vehicle has a

Re: [MBZ] Emergency power steering hose repair

2018-09-03 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
suggest something like that with some RTV around the hole >>> >>> --R >>> Sent from iPhone >>> >>>> On Sep 3, 2018, at 2:37 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < >>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>>> >>&

Re: [MBZ] Emergency power steering hose repair

2018-09-03 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
; union fitting in there, tighten both clamps, and pray that shoving the > fitting into the hose didn't make another weak spot rupure. > Mitch. > >> On September 3, 2018 at 2:14 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" >> wrote: >> >> >>

[MBZ] Emergency power steering hose repair

2018-09-03 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I have developed a pinhole leak near the connector at the pump on the 98 e300. It just shoots a small steam out. What could I use to try and patch it up while I am out of town till I get pack? Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list ar

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes out west

2018-09-03 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
//www.mercedesmedic.com/check-my-mercedes-benz-for-balance-shaft-issue-by-vin-m272273/ > >> On September 3, 2018 at 9:53 AM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" >> wrote: >> >> >> Wow I had no idea those had that problem. I only recen

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes out west

2018-09-03 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Wow I had no idea those had that problem. I only recently learned about the 272 or whatever engine that is problem as well. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 3, 2018, at 7:48 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On September 2, 2018 at 10:03 PM Dwight Giles via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >

Re: [MBZ] This ML looks good

2018-09-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I need to figure out what to do with my ML. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 1, 2018, at 10:28 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/2004-mercedes-ml350awd1-owner/6660797153.html > > --R > Sent from iPhone > ___

[MBZ] bullet proof glass

2018-09-01 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I am watching some show on netflix, there is a scene where a w140 gets its window shot out.  I thought they were bullet proof? --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http:

[MBZ] stroke or drunk?

2018-08-31 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
So I am watching the news and it had something about what's her names funeral and Bill Clinton was speaking.  He sounds like he either had a stroke or was drunk.  It's kind of hard to tell which. --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com

[MBZ] My adventure with State Farm (long)

2018-08-31 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I am sorry if some of this is a duplicate of previous posts.  I just wanted to give an update of my claim adventure with State Farm on the 95 E300. So I talked to them today and they finally got a hold of their insured and established liability.  I said I could send them photos etc on an app

[MBZ] State Farm

2018-08-31 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
So the old boy who hit the e300 has State Farm. So far they have been pleasant to deal with. They established liability and will pay. So for estimate they want me to either take it to one of their inspection places, or download app and take pics and send it to them. I can use whatever shop I wan

[MBZ] Euroriffic

2018-08-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
1994 Mercedes E280 https://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/cto/d/1994-mercedes-e280/6684257942.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://ma

Re: [MBZ] Grrrrr!

2018-08-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Speaking of my E300, I think I need to get some photos of the entire car and post them and you all tell me if you think its even worth me replacing the door and getting it painted.  I did notice today it did damage the area behind the rear door and the wheel arch. On 8/29/2018 8:23 PM, Rick K

Re: [MBZ] Grrrrr!

2018-08-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
They won’t show up if it was in a parking lot, at least not hear. I called them when the dude backed in to me, they refused to show up. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 29, 2018, at 8:01 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > Do call the cops. > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On Aug

Re: [MBZ] Grrrrr!

2018-08-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Crap. It’s not the week for e300’s I guess Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 29, 2018, at 7:58 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Miscreant hit and ran, damaged the front bumper of my '95 E300. No bent > sheet metal I think, just a mangled bumper. Driver's side corner, tore off > the imp

Re: [MBZ] Battery At Dead Sam's

2018-08-29 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Pretty good deal Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 29, 2018, at 5:13 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > No clue if these are any good or not. > Just passing along the info. > > https://www.samsclub.com/sams/duracell-automotive-battery-group-size-49/prod3590267.ip?xid=plp_product_1_357 > >

Re: [MBZ] I get hit by a Florida old person

2018-08-27 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Its still early in the game but I would like to see a check for about 4k.  That would be nice. On 8/27/2018 9:33 PM, clay monroe via Mercedes wrote: Looks like your car is a total loss I give you $200 for it clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net On Aug 27, 2018, at 1:12 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin

[MBZ] 606 glow plugs

2018-08-27 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
In case anybody needs glow plugs for their 606, Rock Auto has Bosch on closeout for $8.xx. --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsu

Re: [MBZ] I get hit by a Florida old person

2018-08-27 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Quite a few I bet.  That is the first one I have had it at least 20 years or more. On 8/27/2018 6:55 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: So, how many more collisions until you catch up with Regina? ;) --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com _

Re: [MBZ] I get hit by a Florida old person

2018-08-27 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
My 95 e300 Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 27, 2018, at 5:11 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Mon, 27 Aug 2018 15:12:41 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> He backed into me as I was driving thru the lot. He has State Farm so >> hopefull

Re: [MBZ] I get hit by a Florida old person

2018-08-27 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
rew Strasfogel wrote: > > This is a good chance to cash in. Get an insurance estimate, take the money, > and then find your own door and remove/reattach. > >> On Aug 27, 2018 5:40 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" >> wrote: >> It’s just the door. No other d

Re: [MBZ] I get hit by a Florida old person

2018-08-27 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
08/2018 3:12 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> He backed into me as I was driving thru the lot. He has State Farm so >> hopefully I don’t get screwed >> > How is the wheel arch etc? The photo mainly shows the door. > Doors can be replaced fairly easily. > If the s

Re: [MBZ] ChowdahQ XI two weeks away 9/8/18

2018-08-26 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Nobody ever sent me my airline ticket for the event. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 26, 2018, at 4:51 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > Haha, that would be something. > > Speaking of prizes, I’ll bring something cool to give away for the table > > Jaime > > >> On Sun, Aug 26, 2

Re: [MBZ] How to force open the center vent flap / vacuum pod on a 124 car

2018-08-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Or take 3 screws out, pop the center vents out, open the flap with your hand and stick a exhaust hanger in there to prop it open. Takes 5 minutes or less. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 25, 2018, at 9:29 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I did it. Cheaped out, hacked the center vent

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Plan of Attack: Weak AC

2018-08-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I know that feeling well Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 25, 2018, at 10:34 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Great Idea Dan, I happen to have a can of that "on the shelf" > > Now let's see, I just saw that can of ClipLight sealer in the garage, maybe > in that pile over there, I'l

Re: [MBZ] is this thing made of gold-pressed latinum?

2018-08-25 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Uhh that is very cheap for a cabriolet. In fact, it’s close to half price. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 25, 2018, at 9:36 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > or are they very desirable? It looks nice but $9k nice? > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1993-mercedes-300-ce/6680

Re: [MBZ] I'm thinking about this. CARFAX???

2018-08-24 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Maxlife Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 24, 2018, at 10:16 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Do not use M1 in this transmission. > > Use Valvoline TransMax. M1 is not approved in the BEVO for 722.6xx > transmissions. > > -D > >> On Aug 24, 2018, at 10:53 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes >>

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
sure it’s not working loose. Even if it stays nice and tight with her three or four little 5 mile round-trip jaunts, I still might be nervous to taking off for an 1100 mile drive to Okie Ville. Bob R Sent from my iPhone On Aug 21, 2018, at 5:53 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: That

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
That, or all the bolts for dropping the pan. There are a lot of them. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 21, 2018, at 7:52 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Tue, 21 Aug 2018 19:51:10 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> Everything comes off f

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
w it does. She has about a 5 mile round-trip > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Aug 21, 2018, at 5:49 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Did you put lock light on it also? Should be just fine then >> >> Sent from my iPhone >>

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Everything comes off from of engine, crank pulley and balancer, oil pan has to be dropped. It’s not a complicated job just a lot of stuff to remove. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 21, 2018, at 7:50 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Tue, 21 Aug 2018 19:49:10 -0500 "Kaleb C

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I could, but it’s a huge major job to swap Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 21, 2018, at 7:48 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Tue, 21 Aug 2018 19:02:56 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> The radiator and condenser would probably need to come

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Did you put lock light on it also? Should be just fine then Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 21, 2018, at 7:49 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > It worked. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Aug 21, 2018, at 5:23 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wr

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
t; > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Aug 21, 2018, at 5:23 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Looks like the torque spec is 100nm or about 73-74 ft lbs >> >> >>> On 8/21/2018 7:10 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Looks like the torque spec is 100nm or about 73-74 ft lbs On 8/21/2018 7:10 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Do you have a torque wrench?  Let me look up the spec, see if it will torque to spec.  If it does, we should be fine. On 8/21/2018 7:06 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
the new bolt and the locktite. Bob R Sent from my iPhone On Aug 21, 2018, at 4:31 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Does it seem like its the bolt that is stripped or the case? On 8/21/2018 6:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: No On 8/21/2018 6:14 PM, Bob Rentfro via

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
The radiator and condenser would probably need to come out to give enough room to drill it out.  Then you have the problem of metal falling down into the engine, so the cover really needs to come off to do it, in which case might as well just replace it.  I have one around here somewhere but th

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
in order to do it, you would have to drill it out perfectly straight which would be very difficult.  I am liking the JB weld idea  but the area has to be perfectly clean of oil before applying it.  Later on the cover needs to be swapped which is a whore of a job.  I have the part tough.  Questi

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/369219-603-belt-tensioner-bolt-stripped-helicoil.html On 8/21/2018 6:37 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I am doing some reading and JB weld was mentioned as well, coating the threads with it.  I will supposedly hold it in but can

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
I am doing some reading and JB weld was mentioned as well, coating the threads with it.  I will supposedly hold it in but can still be removed later On 8/21/2018 6:32 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Looks like a Penske rental might be the next best alternative On 8/21/2018 6:31

Re: [MBZ] Don’t Read this, Kaleb

2018-08-21 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
on 14 September. Bob R Sent from my iPhone On Aug 21, 2018, at 4:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: No On 8/21/2018 6:14 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: Can the ‘05 tow the ‘98 back? Sent from my iPhone On Aug 21, 2018, at 2:14 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote

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