[MBZ] Thinking about buying this

2023-11-21 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] VINs

2023-11-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
No. Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 19, 2023, at 2:06 PM, Robert Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:Random question time: Is their any danger in posting a VIN when selling something?   AZBob Sent from Mail for Windows  ___http://www.okiebenz.comTo search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Silly Low Miles on Early M Class

2023-11-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
That really seems like a car that nobody wants. Who cares if it has low miles, those early MLs are turds. Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 19, 2023, at 12:41 PM, Robert Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/341556838372277/ Yowzer.  AZBob Sent from Mail for Windows 

Re: [MBZ] Oh boy I’m seriously thinking about it

2023-11-18 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
> > On Nov 17, 2023, at 9:28 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > First clue was when he described “vinyl seats”. > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Nov 17, 2023, at 7:56 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I can tell th

Re: [MBZ] Oh boy I’m seriously thinking about it

2023-11-18 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Nov 17, 2023, at 9:28 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:First clue was when he described “vinyl seats”. AZBobSent from my iPhoneOn Nov 17, 2023, at 7:56 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:I can tell the seller is a moron like all other Fakebook sellers.  Sent a message asking 3-4  basic

Re: [MBZ] Do Harbor Freight floor jacks

2023-11-18 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I have not ran into any issues with them. I have a couple of the grey ones and 2-3 of the old orange ones and they are fine. Although I don’t use the that often anymore now that I have 2 lifts. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 18, 2023, at 12:36 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > >

[MBZ] What’s the going shop rate these days?

2023-11-18 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
What is the typical hourly rate now days for MB repair shops? 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:

Re: [MBZ] Oh boy I’m seriously thinking about it

2023-11-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
. > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 17, 2023, at 7:56 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I can tell the seller is a moron like all other Fakebook sellers. Sent a >> message asking 3-4 basic questions and he responded answering on

Re: [MBZ] Oh boy I’m seriously thinking about it

2023-11-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
via Mercedes > wrote: > > Get off yur wallet and go get that beautiful thing. > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 17, 2023, at 6:14 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Believe it or not I would actually prefer it be auto.

Re: [MBZ] Oh boy I’m seriously thinking about it

2023-11-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
self forever if you > don’t get it > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Nov 17, 2023, at 7:30 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I’m thinking about it >> >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>>> On Nov 17, 2023, at

Re: [MBZ] Oh boy I’m seriously thinking about it

2023-11-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
; On Nov 17, 2023, at 7:15 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >>  Look at this post on Facebook >> https://www.facebook.com/share/frpyEN4VjNhetcMz/?mibextid=DVh5HV >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> ___ >&

[MBZ] Oh boy I’m seriously thinking about it

2023-11-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] CPS?

2023-11-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Depending on what the issue is could be a good deal. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 17, 2023, at 9:54 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > How can a non-running car that is nothing special command $3400? > > -D > >> On Nov 17, 2023, at 10:26 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes >> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] If This Isn't A Kleb Car...

2023-11-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Yea maybe Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 15, 2023, at 6:51 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > That got abandon in fancy pants land. Need me to pick it up for you, Kaleb? > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 15, 2023, at 5:01 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes >> wrote: >>

Re: [MBZ] Poos needs it Re: That Seat Cover is Going Nowhere.

2023-11-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Too bad it has horrible aftermarket seat cover materialSent from my iPhoneOn Nov 15, 2023, at 11:03 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:For his western estate garage--FTSent from iFōnOn Nov 15, 2023, at 11:54 AM, Robert Rentfro via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Floyd, Think I Need One of Each?

2023-11-13 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Maybe I should buy that. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 13, 2023, at 8:07 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > As in CL500 and CL600? > > > [00e0e_EqgzxWwggF_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg] > 2001

Re: [MBZ] If you think your life is horrible at least you don’t work for this company…

2023-11-13 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Nope, not this time.Sent from my iPhoneOn Nov 13, 2023, at 7:03 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:Yes you do or yes you did? You weren’t part of the purge were you? AZBobSent from my iPhoneOn Nov 13, 2023, at 5:27 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:… yes, I do. ‘This is absolutely

Re: [MBZ] Nice 380SL Project

2023-11-13 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Depending on the timing chain this might be a steal. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 13, 2023, at 5:31 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > If you can prove that it was Patrick Swayze's car in a movie, that's worth > at least another five grand. > >> On Mon, Nov 13, 2023, 1:46 PM

Re: [MBZ] Nice 380SL Project

2023-11-13 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
The car in the movie was black and was destroyed at the end Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 13, 2023, at 5:31 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > If you can prove that it was Patrick Swayze's car in a movie, that's worth > at least another five grand. > >> On Mon, Nov 13, 2023,

[MBZ] I think one of my Poos camera has partially died

2023-11-12 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
The one out on the shop the wife said the spot light was going on and off a while back when it should not. Battery then started running down to where camera would shut off. I think that was partially due to the time of year and sun exposure but it’s now built back up to 35%. Today I am noticing

Re: [MBZ] Looks like the entire front bumper mounts were cut off

2023-11-12 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
; big deal. You could flip that and make a few $$$ > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Nov 12, 2023, at 6:27 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/859763642604076/?mibextid=DVh5HV >> >> Sent from m

[MBZ] Looks like the entire front bumper mounts were cut off

2023-11-12 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Knock sensor causes key to not turn

2023-11-12 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Quite an unusual color combo

2023-11-11 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Ebay seller trying to screw me

2023-11-11 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I bought a HP Z4 which arrived and stops responding after it has turned the screen off unless you hit control alt delete, and menu items not visible randomly.  Contacted seller who eventually sent me a jpg of a fedex return label, that when printed is blurry.  Having a bad feeling about just

Re: [MBZ] Insanity? 1998 mercedes OM606 diesel engine swap 104k, $4, 000

2023-11-11 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Uh yea Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 11, 2023, at 8:56 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/679157040647232/ > > -- > --FT > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] There's A Factory Kill Switch In The Trunk??

2023-11-10 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
What a moron. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 10, 2023, at 6:45 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > I would like to see the option code: > > > [00d0d_ai07vwFHeQQ_0gl0t2_600x450.jpg] > 2003

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 216, Issue 61

2023-11-09 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 9, 2023, at 6:12 PM, 87 300SDL via Mercedes > wrote: > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit >

Re: [MBZ] Lookie at What is Starting to Appear on the CL

2023-11-09 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Is that a Buick of some sort? Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 9, 2023, at 2:10 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Subjective of course, I think they look ridiculous, especially the > dashboards. Like a video game arcade. > >> On Thu, Nov 9, 2023, at 14:52, dan penoff.com via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Nice W140

2023-11-09 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I have only owned pre facelift 140s and not had any problems with them really. The other ones were cheapened and has options missing that the early cars had. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 9, 2023, at 12:05 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Possible wiring harness issues (lower

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 216, Issue 56

2023-11-09 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
You would do that yourself by following the links in every email you receive from this list. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 9, 2023, at 11:00 AM, 87 300SDL via Mercedes > wrote: > > Unsubscribe me please > > Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone > Get Outlook for

Re: [MBZ] Not sure what the car needs to run and drive regularly....

2023-11-08 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Looks like a $500 car to me. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 8, 2023, at 11:34 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > ... but I have decided it's worth $3,000. > > https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/london-1984-mercedes-300d/7685300548.html > > Extra 0 in price. >

Re: [MBZ] Can someone explain this mentality?

2023-11-07 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Could be they not use those same cameras to back of their spot instead of making people wait on them while trying to back in? They also pull back so far their bed blocks most of the sidewalk. Super annoying and rude. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 7, 2023, at 3:01 PM, Kaleb Striplin wrote: >

[MBZ] Can someone explain this mentality?

2023-11-07 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I travel a lot and have noticed recently at hotels, restaurants, basically anywhere with a parking lot, people seem to back into the parking stop instead of just pulling in. This seems to be especially true with pickup trucks and big SUVs. What’s the deal? I think it’s stupid as crap and my

Re: [MBZ] OT: 2009 dodge ram 2500 Cummins - $3,700

2023-11-07 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I will trade a blue e320 for it. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 7, 2023, at 12:25 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > So, according to that, my single owner, 2005 2500 SLT Cummins 5.9 Shortbed > 4x4 with 134,455 miles, bone stock, should fetch $27Kish. > Interesting. > > AZBob > >

[MBZ] Perhaps this 108 has potential?

2023-11-06 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] A taste of the 90’s

2023-11-06 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] A taste of the 70’s

2023-11-06 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] A poos car

2023-11-05 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] A big taste of the ‘80s

2023-11-05 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] This looks nifty

2023-11-05 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] My expensive HF air powered vacuum oil extractor crapped the bed?

2023-11-05 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
It’s got a black plastic screw on deal. I’m wondering if I can take it apart and clean it out. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 5, 2023, at 2:30 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > > It's just a venturi using the mass of moving air and the Bernoulli effect > (?) to create a vacuum. > If

[MBZ] My expensive HF air powered vacuum oil extractor crapped the bed?

2023-11-05 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Yesterday while using it to such up oil and such from the valley of the 642, it sorted if seemed like it was intermittent not sucking. I did not think a whole lot about not it until it stopped sucking all together. I figured maybe something got sucked up and stuck in the hose so I disconnected

[MBZ] Starting to clean this 642

2023-11-05 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Removed the belt to clean the front of the engine. Hosed it down with engine degreaser then hit it with brake cleaner. I figured the brake cleaner would just blast it off. Not so. Still have lots of grease in all the nooks and crannies on the front. I wiped down what I can get to but lots of

Re: [MBZ] Any 109 experts want to weight in on this one?

2023-11-05 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
fairly decent. No tittle would be an issue. >>> >>> --FT >>> Sent from iFōn >>> >>>> On Nov 4, 2023, at 8:30 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>>> >>>>  >>>> >>&g

[MBZ] Any 109 experts want to weight in on this one?

2023-11-04 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Does not run, has low compression. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 300 d, $500

2023-11-04 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
t; --FT > >> On 11/4/23 1:01 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> I would buy that if it was closer. >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>>> On Nov 4, 2023, at 10:25 AM, Floyd Thursby via >>>> Mercedes wrote: >>> >>> This looks

Re: [MBZ] Does not run, has low compression. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 300 d, $500

2023-11-04 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I would buy that if it was closer. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 4, 2023, at 10:25 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > This looks half decent and for the money it would be a good deal. I've got a > coupla 617s I could swap. Alas, too many other projects... > > Mercedes 300d. Does

[MBZ] This seems like a good deal

2023-11-04 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Surely someone here needs this stuff

2023-11-04 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] All that work for these 2 little seals

2023-11-03 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
642 Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 3, 2023, at 7:15 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > What engine/car? > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Nov 3, 2023, at 6:27 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I thought t

[MBZ] All that work for these 2 little seals

2023-11-03 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I thought they had gone to the updated purple seals by 2009? 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:

[MBZ] I guess he didn’t get any buyers

2023-11-03 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Looked at this car a while back. Guy was on crack and wanted at least $2k for it but but would never give me an exact price. Every body seal was rotten and no doubt leaking water, had rust starting, main wiring harness completely chewed thru by rats. I would have gone maybe $6-800 on it maybe,

Re: [MBZ] Hoovie has a new woman?

2023-11-03 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
ether so who knows. But she cleaned him good. > > I’m sure it was very difficult for him but he’s landed on her boobs errr I > mean his feet. > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Nov 2, 2023, at 11:57 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Well

Re: [MBZ] Hoovie has a new woman?

2023-11-02 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
reck. > Had to sell the house and a bunch of cars. Bought a little farmstead > property And building a big shed. Bouncing back now with the hot babe. I > think they were on the BJ Auctions shows together. Good for him. > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Nov 2, 2023, a

Re: [MBZ] Hoovie has a new woman?

2023-11-02 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Well his wife was really quiet and he never seemed to talk about her. In fact I never saw her when I was at his house. Which I guess he sold and bought a farm. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 2, 2023, at 10:30 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 2023-11-02 23:08, Kaleb

[MBZ] Hoovie has a new woman?

2023-11-02 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
>From what I recall Hoovie has an Asian wife. I very rarely watch his videos >anymore but noticed he has been making videos with some hot blond. They appear >to be together more than just work partners. Did I miss something? Did he >replace the wife? I personally have very little interest in

Re: [MBZ] The cheap Copart CDI

2023-11-02 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
and didn't see how the black ooze could get through that.On Thu, Nov 2, 2023, at 16:55, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:Here ya go.Mercedes OM648 severe case of Black Deathyoutu.beSent from my iPhone___http://www.okiebenz.comTo search list archives http

[MBZ] The cheap Copart CDI

2023-11-02 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] This has to be close to one of the roughest W140s I have seen

2023-11-01 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Where can I rent a couple of transporters?

2023-11-01 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
are coupes and wagons. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2023, at 1:32 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > It’s an instant Okie Acres! Just add your own land and move everything! > > -D > >> On Nov 1, 2023, at 11:26 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes

[MBZ] Where can I rent a couple of transporters?

2023-11-01 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Ups claim

2023-11-01 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
That’s kind of what I figured. Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2023, at 12:56 AM, RICK HAWKINS via Mercedes > wrote: > > Folks > > Non returnable things are still returnable on ebay if damaged > > Seller always loses > > I’m an ebay seller since prob 1996 and I know > > Still sell about

Re: [MBZ] How do I get a reimbursement from UPS?

2023-10-31 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Then you are SOL.  Just leave negative feedback and move on. Perhaps disputing the CC charges will work. On 10/31/2023 9:14 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Tue, 31 Oct 2023 21:05:29 -0500 Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Again, just file a return with ebay, unless you have screwed around

Re: [MBZ] How do I get a reimbursement from UPS?

2023-10-31 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Again, just file a return with ebay, unless you have screwed around with the guy long enough to be outside the return window, or if the auction/listing was non returnable for some reason. On 10/31/2023 9:03 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Wed, 1 Nov 2023 00:58:52 + "dan penoff.com via

Re: [MBZ] How do I get a reimbursement from UPS?

2023-10-31 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
If you bought it on eBay you simply start a return, depending on the terms of the listing, unless it’s a no returns listing. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 31, 2023, at 5:53 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > I have asked around for suggestions on what to do about my eBay/UPS > situation and

Re: [MBZ] Servicing my 300SD's transmission

2023-10-30 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I can't say I have ever torqued them to any specific spec, I just do it by feel. On 10/30/2023 8:59 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: I have the 1980 W116 300SD up on front jackstands and have drained the transmission's pan and the torque converter. The PDF I have which describes changing the ATF

Re: [MBZ] Is that Black Death poking out of the engine cover?

2023-10-30 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
wrote: > > Take a risk for a coupla $100! > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Oct 30, 2023, at 10:42 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> https://www.copart.com/lot/73777553 >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>

[MBZ] Is that Black Death poking out of the engine cover?

2023-10-30 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Oil-thirsty E320

2023-10-29 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Wow that’s even worse than mine I think. It’s not fowling the plugs? Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2023, at 6:31 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: > >  >> >> I would guess it used a qt every 1-1.5k miles. Seems like a lot to me but I >> don’t think it’s worth messing with. > > I think we might be

Re: [MBZ] Up to my elbows in a 642 oil cooler

2023-10-29 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Got one you recommend? Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2023, at 5:07 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Think of it as a dry ice blaster only hot and not quite as powerful. > > -D > >> On Oct 29, 2023, at 3:03 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >>

Re: [MBZ] Oil-thirsty E320

2023-10-29 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
it? > > -D > >> On Oct 29, 2023, at 3:01 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I’m running 15w40 in the 05 e320 m112 and it still uses oil. I guess these >> engines are oil burners as they age. >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >&

Re: [MBZ] Up to my elbows in a 642 oil cooler

2023-10-29 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
what doesn’t drip off > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Oct 29, 2023, at 3:17 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Well today I got everything removed down to the oil cooler. I would say I’m >> about 4 hours deep so far. I need to clean th

Re: [MBZ] Up to my elbows in a 642 oil cooler

2023-10-29 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
09 e320 with the OM642. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2023, at 3:02 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Remind us what car is this? > >> On Sun, Oct 29, 2023, 3:17 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>

Re: [MBZ] Oil-thirsty E320

2023-10-29 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I’m running 15w40 in the 05 e320 m112 and it still uses oil. I guess these engines are oil burners as they age. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2023, at 2:52 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > What weight oil are you running in it? > > I ask because my youngest son’s 2002 E320,

[MBZ] Buy it before he ruins it

2023-10-29 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Mobile Mechanic Car?

2023-10-29 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Holy crack.  At least put the seat back in before trying to sell it. On 10/29/2023 8:57 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: [00W0W_fxwHYLwd8as_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg] 1998 Mercedes, E320 for sale by owner

Re: [MBZ] I am photographically challenged - 1998 Turbo Diesel E class - $4, 000

2023-10-28 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Geez Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 28, 2023, at 6:22 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/brentwood-1998-turbo-diesel-class/7681773891.html > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

[MBZ] A new estate for OK Don

2023-10-27 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] has fuel injection issues. Not drivable, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 sl Roadster 2D, $1, 850

2023-10-26 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
These are CIS so should be reliable. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 26, 2023, at 9:09 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > What fuel injection issues would this have? Was it the unreliable system? > > Again not drivable will start and run, not very well > >

Re: [MBZ] The wind has changed directions and now it’s not pleasant outside….

2023-10-25 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Correct. And just a little while ago it was ripe. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 25, 2023, at 7:40 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Can only be one place….it starts with an “A” like in “ass”. > > -D > >> On Oct 25, 2023, at 8:35 PM, Kaleb Strip

[MBZ] The wind has changed directions and now it’s not pleasant outside….

2023-10-25 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Somebody needs this

2023-10-25 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] For some reason I thought of Poos

2023-10-25 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Hmmmmm

2023-10-24 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] I guess this is a $1000 car now days

2023-10-23 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Diesel fuel mileage

2023-10-22 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I wonder if it has something to do with the biodiesel content?Sent from my iPhoneOn Oct 22, 2023, at 1:17 PM, Dwight Giles wrote:makes sense. cheapo Sam'sOn Fri, Oct 20, 2023, 11:22 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:I do not have any specific testing or

Re: [MBZ] Newest Mercedes with manual transmission

2023-10-21 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Whatever chassis the early mid 00s c class I believe. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 21, 2023, at 8:06 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > What's the newest MB that I'm likely to be able to find that has a manual? > I'm guessing something like a W123 240D? Or a 300D with a manual

Re: [MBZ] Diesel fuel mileage

2023-10-21 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
It’s been many years but is it just me, diesel seemed like it used to smell much more potent when being pumped back in the old days than it does now. Probably because of the sulfur being removed. Seemed like mileage was better back then too. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 21, 2023, at 10:55 

Re: [MBZ] Diesel fuel mileage

2023-10-20 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
No idea Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 20, 2023, at 10:43 PM, Allan Streib wrote: > > What is the cetane rating of the Walmart/Sams fuel vs. others? > >> On Fri, Oct 20, 2023, at 22:22, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> I do not have any specific testing or proof,

[MBZ] Diesel fuel mileage

2023-10-20 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I do not have any specific testing or proof, but it just seems like I get better mileage when I filled up at other stations than I do with Sams or Walmart diesel.  I suppose I could do some actual testing but it just seems like everytime I fill up somewhere else, I get a lot more miles per

[MBZ] Been parked a couple of years and I smoked lots of crack since then.

2023-10-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Photographer of the week

2023-10-18 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Kleb Car!!

2023-10-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Sure is Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 17, 2023, at 7:11 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > I do, yes. But the price is tempting, isn't it, Kaleb? > > -D > >> On Oct 17, 2023, at 8:07 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >>

Re: [MBZ] Kleb Car!!

2023-10-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
You claim pre facelift 129s should be avoided at all costs like your hair is on fire Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 17, 2023, at 6:26 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > >  >

[MBZ] Yea I don’t think this one will make it a million miles

2023-10-16 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] An question to start an oil debate

2023-10-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Mobil one back in the day vs very hard to start below freezing with Castrol > 20w50. > > > --- Original Message --- >> On Sunday, October 15th, 2023 at 12:50 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> In looking thru the manuals on this 123, the manua

[MBZ] An question to start an oil debate

2023-10-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
In looking thru the manuals on this 123, the manual shows 15w40 good down to 23 where as later and I believe current oil charts show it good down to 5 IIRC. Why such a big difference from back in the old days? Is 15w40 today that much better and can be used at lower temps than 15w40 from 40

Re: [MBZ] The Poos car is gone as part of a Knutson deal

2023-10-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Oh yea Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 14, 2023, at 9:20 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Hahaha….should I tell SWMBO that? > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Oct 14, 2023, at 8:49 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> You nee

Re: [MBZ] The Poos car is gone as part of a Knutson deal

2023-10-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>>>> On Oct 14, 2023, at 7:01 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes >>>>> wrote: >>>> >>>> Good deal >>>> >>>> --FT >>>> Sent from iFōn >>>>

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