Re: [MBZ] Takes Realtor Spec to the ultimate level 1995 Mercedes Benz G320 4 matic SUV - $19, 630 (Raleigh)

2022-02-27 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
It needs an OM606, OM648 or a gas v8. Kevin in Lexington, NC Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 27, 2022, at 11:13 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > owners spent all their time keeping it clean > > --FT > >> On 2/27/22 10:59 AM, mitch--- via Mercedes wrote: >> 59k in 27 years because

Re: [MBZ] OT Volvo heater blower

2022-01-08 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy! Kevin in Lexington, NC Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 8, 2022, at 7:52 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Replaced today, and I have heat again. Of course it would happen on the > coldest days of the winter so far. And though it was a little warmer today, > it started

Re: [MBZ] OT: 1964 Corvair Monza Convertible - $7,900

2022-01-05 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
My Dad and I had a 1962 Corvair Monza Convertible for a few years. The 2 speed power glide automatic isn’t the fastest thing, but it was very fun to cruise around in. It ate up the back roads of Central Oregon with its awesome handling. This one day when we were getting gas, we were a bit

Re: [MBZ] Anybody want this fine automobile?

2021-12-24 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
This is the first time hearing the sound of an OM606 Diesel engine!! It seems pretty smooth and quiet! I like the look (feel) of the W210 chassis. One of those would be nice to cruise around here in NC! It wouldn’t be just putting around town since we live in the country. A Diesel would get to

Re: [MBZ] YAY ME!!!!

2021-12-18 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboyx2!! Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 18, 2021, at 3:41 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I come out to the E500, start it and like Jesus from the tomb it has > risen Hallelujah!!! It’s a meerkull!!! > > The level raise is working (there’s a button on the console to

Re: [MBZ] Needs TKC 1985 Mercedes 300 CD - $1,500

2021-12-13 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
TLC? Kevin in Lexington, NC Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 13, 2021, at 9:45 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > whatever that is > > https://greenville.craigslist.org/cto/d/greenville-1985-mercedes-300-cd/7419824660.html > > -- > --FT > > > ___

Re: [MBZ] Barn find 1976 Mercedes 300D and 220D

2021-12-03 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy!!! I just love the sound of the 617 engines!! Kevin in Lexington, NC Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 3, 2021, at 7:41 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://youtu.be/NzHOQzIay28 > > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] I did A Thing

2021-11-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy! Kevin in Lexington, NC Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 30, 2021, at 10:35 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Signed up for welding program! Going for the 4th degree, this one might > actually be useful! I am going to be dangerous as hell now. > > --FT > > Hello Floyd > >

[MBZ] Jingle Bells Mercedes Diesel Style

2021-11-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I thought it was time to bring this out again since I just found it again. I originally wrote this up in 2012. Jingle Bells Diesel Mercedes Style Jingle bells, Diesel smells, vacuum sprung a leak, Oh what fun it is to ride in an old 240D, HEE!! Jingle Bells, Diesel smells, Vacuum sprung a leak,

Re: [MBZ] The lift

2021-11-28 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy! Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 28, 2021, at 5:26 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Since I was so close I went ahead and finished it. It goes up and down. Have > not tried it with a car yet. I do need to adjust the cables slightly as the > locks appear to be hitting at

Re: [MBZ] Lift update

2021-11-24 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy! Kevin in Lexington, NC Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 24, 2021, at 4:04 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Only thing left is to connect the wiring, fill the hydraulic tank, bleed the > system, and adjust the cables. When I wire it up I am also I stalling a 20 > amp outlet

Re: [MBZ] Retirement Ride

2021-11-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
After taking the cross country trip from Oregon to North Carolina, I now understand why many RVers choose to stay in hotels on the road. It’s not worth the time to set up every night just to tear down the next morning. With three people and four Doodles, the RV was the best way to travel, but

Re: [MBZ] OT about when did vehicles become controlled by computers?

2021-10-12 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Lack of any computer controls is why my BIL chooses to drive a 1983 F150, his $1000 $hitbox. It’s not much to talk about, but it runs, drives and stops, and it isn’t totally rusted out…yet. Kevin in Lexington, NC, still benzless Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 12, 2021, at 5:52 PM, Clay via

Re: [MBZ] Benzing today

2021-10-08 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy! Kevin in Lexington, NC, BenzLESS for now 2008 Honda Odyssey van 160Kmi, El Cheapo Transporto 2004 Itasca Suncruiser 37B 50Kmi, Sweaty Betty (when her dash AC wasn’t working, all fixed now, home until the 19th Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 7, 2021, at 10:38 PM, Buggered Benzmail via

Re: [MBZ] I think I am going to go do A Thing

2021-09-23 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Go for it! Kevin, Benz-less in Lexington, NC Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 23, 2021, at 12:46 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Guy says the trans is in limp mode. Car has 722.6 trans so that probably > means conductor plate, I have the parts here to fix it, I've gotten good at >

Re: [MBZ] Timing chain replaced at 81k miles. 2012 Mercedes GL350 Diesel 106k miles LOADED TOW - $16, 500 (Mooresville)

2021-09-06 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Most likely, the timing chain was replaced due to being driven around mostly in town, lots of fuel/soot diluting the oil. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR, waiting for our motorhome to be properly maintained/repaired before leaving for NC Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 6, 2021, at 7:56 AM, Floyd Thursby

Re: [MBZ] OT guess the attributes

2021-09-03 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Prius? Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 3, 2021, at 10:37 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > guess again > > --FT > >> On 9/3/21 1:24 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: >>> On 03/09/2021 12:09 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >>> I saw a young woman realtor putting out a for

Re: [MBZ] Frenzy over 1958 VW Kombi bus

2021-08-31 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
My sister had a 1962 VW bus with the windows, ragtop, and all seats back in the early 1980’s. Boy do I wish I had it today!! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 31, 2021, at 12:15 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > > It sold for $41,000, and wasn't even a 9 (?) window,

Re: [MBZ] 79 300CD

2021-08-25 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
When I move to NC in two months, bring it over and I’d be happy to have it in the garage! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 24, 2021, at 7:45 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > So this CD I have had been sitting in the barn since like forever. New > brakes do

Re: [MBZ] Fedex arrived

2021-08-22 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy! Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 21, 2021, at 4:14 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Parts showed up this afternoon. Pump is back it and I started it before > installing manifold just to be sure. Seems to not have smoke anymore. Just > have to finish bolting the manifold

Re: [MBZ] Travel trailers

2021-08-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Since it has been sitting for so long, the blower motor could also be seized. Could the compressor be locked up as well? For our move across country, we’re buying my nephew’s motorhome, a 2004 Itasca Suncruiser 37B. It will also be our home while our old house sells and until the new NC house

Re: [MBZ] 1965 Volvo PV544. How the Humble have Risen

2021-08-07 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
My Dad and I bought our 1958 PV444 for $3000 back in 1991. It had the original B16 engine and 3 speed transmission replaced with the B18/4 speed setup. It was partially restored and ran very well. When we moved up to Oregon, the moving company didn’t ship the car for 8 months as it sat in their

Re: [MBZ] Der Sprinter wurde verkauft

2021-08-04 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
On Aug 3, 2021, at 4:19 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes >>>> wrote: >>> >>> I forget, did you get a Carmax quote on that low mile van? >>> Mitch >>> >>>> On 2021-08-03 14:19, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes wrote: >>>> They’ll be moving

Re: [MBZ] Der Sprinter wurde verkauft

2021-08-04 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Carmax quote on that low mile van? > Mitch > >> On 2021-08-03 14:19, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes wrote: >> They’ll be moving up to this awesome, 3500mi Sprinter > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http://www.okiebe

[MBZ] Der Sprinter wurde verkauft

2021-08-03 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
As of yesterday at 4:30 PM, I no longer have Der DoodleWagen. Lutgard will now be serving a Russian family of 12 from Seattle, yes, EVERY SEAT TAKEN!!! They’ll be moving up to this awesome, 3500mi Sprinter from a 2013 Sprinter, also 12 passenger 144WB, with 165Kmi! I only took an 11%

Re: [MBZ] OT - Bathroom Flooring Question

2021-07-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I was wondering the same thing. Congratulations, Dan! Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 30, 2021, at 10:54 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Flagstaff house? > Did I miss something? > > > Rick > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list

Re: [MBZ] quite running vehicle

2021-07-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Sprinters are quiet quite for being Deisel, but there’s a recall on the break petal. U could loose the ability to turn of ur break lites if the faulty piece falls off. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 30, 2021, at 10:47 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Maybe she was lysdexic >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ghia notes

2021-07-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 29, 2021, at 5:42 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Got the Karmann Ghia running better today. The JC Whitney air flow meter > that I bought to balance the carbs on an M180 finally was useful again. The > engine has a dual Weber ICT setup. Air flow

Re: [MBZ] I’ll be moving…

2021-07-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
-- > Max > Charleston SC > > >> On Wed, Jul 28, 2021 at 9:56 PM Kevin Kraly via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >> >> To North Carolina! Oregon’s cost of living and property taxes just >> continue to climb, and our state is becoming a cessp

[MBZ] I’ll be moving…

2021-07-28 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
To North Carolina! Oregon’s cost of living and property taxes just continue to climb, and our state is becoming a cesspool of homelessness and criminal activity. Added to all this, our HOA is full of negativity and drama, so we started looking for someplace else to live. My BIL lives in

Re: [MBZ] OT residential air conditioner issue

2021-07-23 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
We just had our A coil, lines and outdoor A/C unit replaced a couple months ago. Once it was put back together, air flow wasn’t the same as before. When they went underneath the house to check things out, they found that excess condensation had rusted out the bottom of the air handler and a

Re: [MBZ] Mini splits

2021-07-22 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I know nothing about installation, but we had an 18000BTU Daikin minisplit installed in our upstairs bonus room. It is nearly the same dimensions as your shop, and the unit cools the space with ease. Both the indoor and outdoor units are very quiet. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 3500mi,

Re: [MBZ] Lb7 injectors

2021-07-12 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy!! Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 12, 2021, at 9:10 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I forgot to mention I finished up the injector replacement on the Duramax. > After I bled the system I cranked on it and it fired right up after about 30 > seconds. I expected to have to

[MBZ] Mercedes-Benz Sprinter OM642 & OM651 BlueTEC Diesel Issues & Problems | Stephens Service Center - Sacramento's Best Mercedes-Benz Service & Repairs

2021-07-05 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Here is the link to the awesome write up on how Bluetec emissions work, common issues and how to help prevent them. This also pertains to the 2.1L OM651 4 cylinder Diesel engine as in Andrew’s GL250. http://www.stephensservice.com/bluetec-diesel-issuesproblems/ Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] 2012 GL350 Bluetec 4Matic - 115k miles - $17,800

2021-07-04 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
There is so much that could happen with the OM 642 Bluetec engines and the problems caused by the emissions system. Some problems include too much fuel in the oil due to interrupting the regeneration cycle for the DPF, inefficient combustion and soot buildup in the oil due to the EGR, and in

Re: [MBZ] This Is A Pretty Good Deal

2021-05-23 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I had a friend growing up, and his dad had a ‘75 450SEL. It was perfect other than the sun baked paint. I was amazed how quiet and smooth it was, but it was only a teenager at 15 years old in 1989. A pre-ACC W116 would be pretty nice! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR Sent from my iPhone > On May 23,

Re: [MBZ] Nanny car adventure

2021-05-20 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
They even have “nannies” on RC cars. A few brands have active vehicle control (AVC), and then, Traxxas came out with Traxxas Stability Management (TSM). It controls traction by regulating the power of the motor/engine, and a gyro built into the receiver regulates the steering servo to keep the

Re: [MBZ] A gratifying project this afternoon

2021-05-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Whatever yew due, donut loose ur break petal ore Yule bee in trouble!! Sent from my iPhone > On May 9, 2021, at 3:48 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > I had an issue with my break calibers > > --FT > >> On 5/9/21 6:40 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: >> Is bumber a low country

Re: [MBZ] Latest arrival to Okie Acres, rare options, BAT flip

2021-04-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
What year/model is it? Kevin, who can’t see the pics, in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 2K miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 9, 2021, at 2:51 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yes, miles are real, bought it from a doctor who

[MBZ] 1981 Kaleb green mercedes benz

2021-04-09 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/portland-1981-olive-green-mercedes-benz/7303303023.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:

Re: [MBZ] Another special brought to you by Okie Acres

2021-03-27 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Does it have ice cold AC? Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 27, 2021, at 6:02 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > You should work a deal with him to set you up with a youtuber channel Okie > Acres, you could make enough to buy cars full time. You wouldn’t have to pay > someone else

[MBZ] 1985 Mercedes 300CD

2021-03-25 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
This one would probably sell for big bucks on BAT. https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/troutdale-1985-mercedes-300cd/7297015612.html Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter around 2K miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone

[MBZ] Crack Price Mercedes Benz GL320 Diesel 4matic Low miles

2021-03-23 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
https://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/d/portland-mercedes-benz-gl320-diesel/7295842673.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:

Re: [MBZ] Cars are flying out of okie acres

2021-03-22 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Good work! Put one or two on the market every week and you’ll be rolling in the dough in no time! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter around 2K miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard who’s still in the shop Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 22, 2021, at 3:44 PM, Kaleb Striplin

Re: [MBZ] Okiebenz visits Hoovie’s Garage

2021-03-13 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
The other day, I happened to stumble upon a site listing the emissions related problems pertaining to the Sprinter and OM642 Bluetec Diesels. It seems to be a cascading effect as oil vapors are reintroduced via the PCV into the intake eventually getting burned and exhausted to the DPF. Also,

Re: [MBZ] I'm making a youtuber

2021-03-08 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I’m going to start a YouTube Channel called No see’em RC! It will feature driving footage, how to videos and other RC related content. It should be fun! Kevin Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 8, 2021, at 3:03 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > > "The Counter Hoovie Channel" > > >> On Mon, Mar

Re: [MBZ] Hoovie has fun with a GL diesel

2021-02-26 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
At one point, I was thinking about going with a 2016 GL350 Bluetec to replace our Honda Odyssey. I’m sure glad that the plan didn’t work out that way. The Sprinter is everything we could ever want, plenty of space, reasonable comfort though not quite the level of comfort of the Odyssey, but it

Re: [MBZ] OT - Facebook Rant

2021-02-20 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I find that those who are looking for something for nothing are the ones who want to negotiate/lowball before seeing the item in person. The serious ones want to see pictures, and some even know what the items are worth. I really get annoyed when someone offers half price or less. I usually

Re: [MBZ] Sort of OT Car totals

2021-02-01 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I’ve had a LOT of vehicles, and I can’t even drive! I’ll include the ones I purchased. 1958 Volvo P444S black, 1962 Corvair Monza Convertible power glide white, 1962 Corvair Greenbrier van, 1964 Corvair Greenbrier Van both in primer, both manual transmissions, 1986 Ford F-350 dually crew cab

[MBZ] 4X4 Niss-Cedes

2020-12-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Here’s some competition for the Mazcedes https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/battle-ground-4x4-nissan-turbo-diesel/7254177424.html Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] New Benzes

2020-12-21 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Floyd said: “But the thing I mostly noticed being behind them was that the car is like 6ft wide and with the roll up to the cabin, you have like 4ft in there. There's a huge amount of width in the doors. It looked stupid, and the people sitting in the front seats looked like they were in

Re: [MBZ] A quiz question for you

2020-12-17 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
WOW! 90K gallons would be enough to fill our pool just over four times! That is insane! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 12 Passenger 144WB 1850 miles, Low Mileage Lutgart 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 17, 2020, at 12:26 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] A Not So Good Stealership Service Experience With Der DoodleWagen

2020-12-11 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
lon via Mercedes > wrote: > > So what about the low tire pressure, did that exist before the service and > they missed it, or did they "service" it and leave the pressure too low? > > Max Dillon > Charleston SC > > > Dec 11, 2020 7:41:17 PM Kev

[MBZ] A Not So Good Stealership Service Experience With Der DoodleWagen

2020-12-11 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Hello Benzers. Yesterday was Lutgart’s turn to get her yearly oil change and address the three recalls. This also included the A service which comprised oel/filter, fuel filter change, inspection and tire pressure check. Today, after waiting well over an hour for pickup, we headed home. As we

Re: [MBZ] VW Content: Isn't Poos cute?

2020-12-07 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I haven’t personally owned any air-cooled VW’s, but my Dad owned quite a few. I remember a 1967 Baja Bug with stinger exhaust that would backfire LOUDLY between shifts which scared me as a kid. Years later, he bought a 1973 Beetle for $500 that had rusted floors, and a 1964 Karmann Ghia that

Re: [MBZ] Update on Hildegard, 1982 240D

2020-11-19 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I’m not sure. Do you adjust the IP to the proper idle and then adjust the linkage to match? Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 19, 2020, at 3:43 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Are they trying to adjust the throttle linkage or the throttle stop on the > IP? > >

[MBZ] Update on Hildegard, 1982 240D

2020-11-19 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Hello Dieselers. The guys in the shop who replaced the engine in the 240D are having trouble with the idle adjustments. Does anyone have the info or a link for how to properly adjust the idle? I’ve never adjusted the idle on the IP on any of the cars I’ve owned. TIA, Kevin in a hillsboro, OR

Re: [MBZ] Looks like I get to spend several days in the hospital

2020-11-13 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I hope that you get well soon, Kaleb. I hope that the procedure goes well and that you make a full recovery. Kevin in rainy Hillsboro, Oregon 2019 Sprinter 12 Passenger 144WB 1600 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard with a 112Kmi heart transplant, calling to check her

Re: [MBZ] OT Sleep Apnia and CPAp machines

2020-10-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
d my dr about it and it’s supposedly only for people that can’t tolerate > cpap. Since I can I’m supposedly not eligible. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Oct 30, 2020, at 6:08 PM, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Hello listers. I remember a discussi

[MBZ] OT Sleep Apnia and CPAp machines

2020-10-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Hello listers. I remember a discussion a while back when someone (Kaleb?) was diagnosed with sleep apnia requiring a CPAP. My wife had her sleep study a couple weeks ago, and the report said that she had stopped breathing 12 times in an hour. I’m a heavy snorer myself, so chances are pretty

Re: [MBZ] OT Sharing with the club members (too much?) (with Benz content)

2020-10-19 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Great ride! I used to ride a tandem bike on long distance road rides years ago, and after one of those, you REALLY have an idea of how good/bad your seat is! Distance riding is very enjoyable if you have a good seat. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 2019 Sprinter 12 passenger 144WB, still under 1500

Re: [MBZ] Today's Fun

2020-10-18 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Nice work! Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 18, 2020, at 5:36 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Low level day for the most part. Bled the brake system on the E320 4Matic, > so that’s done. So, so easy with the pressure bleeder. Fronts are a little > tough with the wheels on as the

Re: [MBZ] Daimler cheated too? (I'm sure VW feels better now)

2020-09-19 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
There was a HUUUGE difference in the DSG transmission in the 2014 Beetle TDI and the nearly identical new 2015. The 2014 was quite jerky starting out like a novice driving a manual, and the 2015 was nearly as smooth as a conventional automatic transmission. The shifts were quick and crisp.

Re: [MBZ] New truck but not benz

2020-09-12 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Sounds like a very nice truck indeed! I’ve been enjoying the Sprinter which has been getting time as Der RC CarWagen, Der PaddleboardWagen for last weekend’s trip to the lake, and today, Der DoodleWagen once again. The air quality lately has been unhealthy to hazardous due to smoke from

Re: [MBZ] Hey, You Screwed Up -

2020-09-12 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Years ago when I was a kid, my parents had a 1972 Pinto wagon with the 2.0l SOHC engine with an automatic transmission. S.L.O.W!!! I don’t think my Dad ever messed with the carb though he was a pretty good mechanic. He bought it with a crashed front end, installed the sheet metal and radiator

[MBZ] 1987 Mercedes 300 D ($1,150)

2020-09-08 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Hi, I found this 1987 Mercedes 300 D for $1,150 on OfferUp, near Clackamas, OR. Check it out. 1987 Mercedes 300 D 6 cylinder diesel. Runs and drives good. Clear clean title in hand. 158,000 miles. $1150 OBO more details… Sent from my iPhone ___

Re: [MBZ] OT - Chain Saw Recommendations

2020-09-08 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
We have had a Crazy East wind event here in Western Oregon with nearly 30MPH sustained winds with gusts to 60-70MPH! It was enough to topple a significant section of the neighbor’s poplar tree sending it through the fence, across the shared private driveway and nearly into another neighbor’s

[MBZ] 1998?S210 E320 Mercedes Benz 95K Miles ($6,000)

2020-08-24 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Hi, I found this Mercedes Benz for $6,000 on OfferUp, near Hillsboro, OR. Check it out. *Pictures are being fixed currently* 1998 Mercedes-Benz (E320) One of a kind! Rare to find in this condition with OEM everything. The vehicle drives smooth with no mechanical issues whatsoever. - 7 Seater

Re: [MBZ] Boing Emergency Order

2020-07-26 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Thanks, G, for the info. Does the bleed air valve system also run the HVAC blower system? There was hardly any air coming out the vents. I could tell that things were MARGINALLY cooler once in flight. The flight attendants announced to us regarding the APU problem. We were sure thankful for

Re: [MBZ] Boing Emergency Order

2020-07-25 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
One of our flights back from North Carolina on Monday was in a 737 that had a badly functioning/faulty APU. The air conditioning was very very in adequate because of this! I don’t know why that plane was even allowed to continue flying? Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 25, 2020, at 10:53 AM,

[MBZ] My New Acquisition

2020-07-06 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Hello everyone! The car is at home in the driveway thanks to a free AAA tow although I think she could have made it home under her own power! My friends and I got there, yanked out the dead group 49 battree, installed the new one I purchased from NAPA on the way and lit her off with barely a

Re: [MBZ] w123 2.88 diff anyone?

2020-07-04 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
let you have it for free if you pick it up in person. > >> On Sat, July 4, 2020 1:08 pm, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes wrote: >> I found a 240D parts car that has everything I need for mine, ... The >> person is selling it since the differential went out. > > >

Re: [MBZ] w123 2.88 diff anyone?

2020-07-04 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I found a 240D parts car that has everything I need for mine, the driver’s seat, windshield, and possibly other things I might find. The person is selling it since the differential went out. everything else seems to work but the AC, so when I pick it up on Monday, I will have to make a

Re: [MBZ] Exhausting

2020-06-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
That was great! Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 29, 2020, at 4:30 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Ever wish your W140 sounded like a F1 car? > > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBvu7lxtzYM > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list

Re: [MBZ] Decent Finnie in WA/OR

2020-06-27 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
It is probably 20 miles away from Hillsboro, and it’s 10 years older than me. It would be cool to have a Mercedes of my birth year. since I would prefer a Diesel, that would leave me with a 1972 220D, quite primitive compared to my 240D. I like the 107 and 116, but I’ve never spent much time

Re: [MBZ] Unsafe at any price??

2020-06-22 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I wish I would have kept the 1962 Corvair Monza Convertible that we had in the mid to late 1990’s. It was fun winding along the backroads between Redmond and Bend, Oregon once it got going. It had the 2-speed Powerglide automatic transmission. I’m not sure how the acceleration compares to a

Re: [MBZ] Happy 220D engine day

2020-06-16 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
kford RI > >> On Tue, Jun 16, 2020, 5:49 PM MG via Mercedes wrote: >> >> We are driving our OM617 down to Orlando on 6/17. That >> is a 240 mile round trip. Not a very large distance but >> it will get it out to stretch it's legs. >> >> MG >>

[MBZ] Happy 220D engine day

2020-06-15 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
May your OM615 run well on this 6/15! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 12 passenger 144WB 875 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard with a low mileage engine, no new news Sent from my iPhone ___

Re: [MBZ] I think I managed to blow the head gasket on my e300

2020-06-06 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
You can’t blow the head gasket on an OM606 on 6/06! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 12 passenger 144WB 875 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard with a low mileage engine, still no news Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 6, 2020, at 1:33 PM, Kaleb

Re: [MBZ] I FINALLY got it out!

2020-06-05 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Congratulations on getting the radio out! It seems like you have been fighting that for months! Attaboy! 2019 Sprinter 12 passenger 144WB 875 miles, low mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, high mileage Hildegard with a low mileage engine, no news Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 5,

Re: [MBZ] OT: Now it's the washing machine

2020-05-24 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
We have an LG in-line compressor refrigerator that’s half way into it’s 5th year. It seems to be doing just fine, but will probably begin to complain after I send this! Our Whirlpool top mount refrigerator in my Shoffice has begun to sound as if it has a cricket inside it after just over 4

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Jack Stand Recall

2020-05-21 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I have some harbor freight jack stands brand new in the box. I was going to use one to support the boat trailer while I put new tires on it, but I ended up selling the boat first! Kevin and Hillsboro, Oregon Sent from my iPhone > On May 21, 2020, at 4:12 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Well, this is REALLY exciting

2020-05-20 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy! Kevin and Hillsboro, Oregon Sent from my iPhone > On May 20, 2020, at 3:35 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Ok so once I got there with the tools it was a 10min job, most of that spent > routing the belt. This car has no engine-attached fan and a good space in >

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Slot Cars

2020-05-20 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
on that so they dont > splat the thing right away. > > > >> On Tue, May 19, 2020, 5:47 PM Kevin Kraly via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >> >> Right now, I have two different RC trucks with glow engines. The Traxxas >> nitro stamped

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Slot Cars

2020-05-19 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Right now, I have two different RC trucks with glow engines. The Traxxas nitro stampede has a .20 in.³ or 3.3cc engine, and the team associated RC10GT2 has a .15 in.³ or 2.5cc. they are both screamers! The stampede originally had a .15 engine, and the upgrade to the 3.3cc more than tripled the

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Slot Cars

2020-05-18 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I spent a few years in the 90’s racing electric slot cars. The track owner developed a clicker setup mounted to the bottom motor screw. It used an adjustable bracket to mount a strip of thick Lexan bent at the end that made contact with the main drive gear. The whole setup would vibrate, and

Re: [MBZ] Sticking my neck out

2020-05-14 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
not dismissed the idea, just put it on the back shelf along > with the “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” approach. > > -D > >> On May 14, 2020, at 7:58 PM, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I like the ads for cars for sale, crack or not. I do like the off-topic >> st

Re: [MBZ] I must be smoking happy dust

2020-05-14 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Congrats on the new wagon!! Much more pickup than a sedan! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 12 passenger 144wb 750 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1092 240D, High Mileage Hildegard still in the shop Sent from my iPhone > On May 14, 2020, at 4:43 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] Sticking my neck out

2020-05-14 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I like the ads for cars for sale, crack or not. I do like the off-topic stuff too if it Is relevant to my life. I can’t wait to get my 240D back from the shop! A bit more OT, I had to extract a male PVC fitting that broke off inside my swimming pool pump when I was trying to tighten it down to

[MBZ] Kaleb Green Car

2020-05-13 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
For MUCH more than Kaleb price... https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/501122380835174/ 2019 Sprinter 12 passenger 144WB 750 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard with a lower mileage engine, still in the shop Sent from my iPhones

Re: [MBZ] FOR ANDREW: it is a diesel. They last forever and don’t have breakdown in parts like a gasoline engine.

2020-05-12 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Congratulations on your new baby! I hope it runs forever. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 12 passenger 144”WB, 750 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard with the low mileage engine, not finished yet Sent from my iPhone > On May 11, 2020, at 3:45 AM, Andrew Strasfogel

[MBZ] $4K for a 1979 450SL with 40K Original Miles

2020-05-04 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I spotted this on facebook today. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/799942663876364/ Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 750 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] YAAAAAYYYYYYY MEEEEEE!!!!!! ITTTTT'SSSS ALLIIIIVVE!!!!!

2020-04-30 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Winner winner chicken dinner! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 2019 sprinter 750 miles, low mileage Lutgard 1982 240D, hi mileage Hildegard Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 30, 2020, at 2:00 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > I did the most simple thing to try to get this ML500 started.

Re: [MBZ] 1995 E420

2020-04-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
t > beat me to it. > > Sounds like the 240D is just about ready to go. How much longer before you > move out to the new digs? > > -D > >> On Apr 29, 2020, at 5:11 PM, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Sounds like you got an awesome deal on that E420! A us

Re: [MBZ] 1995 E420

2020-04-29 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Sounds like you got an awesome deal on that E420! A used car of any era with EVERYTHING working is a rarity, let alone one that is 25 years old! I finally got some news on my 1982 240D that’s been in the shop since February. They are wrapping things up, and it COULD be ready by the end of the

Re: [MBZ] This is what you have to look forward to in 15-20 years when all the 124s and 210s are gone

2020-04-24 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
I had the hood up on the Sprinter today. It also has plastic covers of various sizes and shapes, under which I’m sure lies a 3.0l V6 Diesel engine. Everyone who has driven her says that she is very easy to drive and does very well on the road. My niece said that the cabin is designed much more

Re: [MBZ] New Addition to Dan's Acres

2020-04-24 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Congratulations on your new acquisition! It sounds like it will be a fun one! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 2019 Sprinter 750 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard, new news yet Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 24, 2020, at 1:40 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] June 1

2020-04-23 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
We have a Bonsaii EverShred C149-C 18 sheet crosscut shredder that has been working very well since August of 2016. It has a fan and a 30 or 40 minute continuous shred rating. The only problem it has is that it will stay on even if there is nothing in the slot to be taken in to shred. To stop

[MBZ] 2007 Mercedes Benz ML320CDI for Andrew

2020-04-20 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
This is the cheapest price I’ve seen on one of these. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 2019 Sprinter 685 miles, Low MIleage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/happy-valley-2007-mercedes-benz-ml-320/7110822876.html Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] OT - Patching PVC Sprinkler Line Hack

2020-04-20 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
Attaboy!! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 2019 Sprinter 750 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der DoodleWagen 1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard, no news yet Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 20, 2020, at 4:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Success! At least partially. > > I ran the offending

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