Re: [MBZ] OT fried receiver and sound y8anetu3

I agree completely. BTW, if anyone has ever had Chicken Pox the Shingles virus is in them... I had Shingles in the early 70s - on my forehead over my eye - doc treated it quickly/aggressively to prevent damage to my eye. It hasn't come back but could at any time I also think the illegal

Re: [MBZ] Overheating 240D update

I'm running into the difficulty you had when replacing the hose. I have to repair the teeth on the upper alternator housing - the part that engages the toothed bolt. The teeth in the alt bracket are gone and I plan to repair them but to do that I'll need to remove the York AC Compressor and p

Re: [MBZ] Overheating 240D update

Thanks Guys - As always very helpful! Larryt 78 240D 91 300D On 2/11/2015 5:24 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: I agree, I don't think the AC has to get out of the way for the alternator. In fact I know I've had the alternator out of Dimitri's 240D without disturbing the AC, pulling t

Re: [MBZ] OT: Global none-warming. was: Where to dump the snow in Boston?

even when I was in school (the 60s) I and the others I went to school with were also taught with some educating thrown in. Personally, I never did well being told what to do. If I could see the need for something or if the need was explained, I was an enthusiastic learner. ;-) But the bigge

Re: [MBZ] Overheating 240D more info

Ditto - if the car is moving there is plenty of air flow through the radiator. Like others mentioned, there's not much need for a large capacity of cooling at this time of year. My 240D doesn't generate a lot of heat - not as much as the 300D T at least. When my 300D overheated last summer (

Re: [MBZ] '95 E320 transmission & fluid

You'd get a lot of use from a MB Technical Manual - it lists all the models, engines, trannys, torques, and much more - it's only about 5"x8" but it's almost 1" thick and has everything you'd ever want to know - The official title is/"Technical Data Passenger Cars"/ - I think I ordered it dir

Re: [MBZ] OT "Global warming" (aka climate change), linked to frigid winter

India is very similar as China when it comes to pollution. but both refuse to engage in limiting activity - *But if this Global Warming gets any worse, I'm going to freeze to death!!* LarryT 91 300D On 2/24/2015 10:06 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: Having traveled to China in the past two y

Re: [MBZ] AT Does not engage 1st

n better living through chemistry but if the problem is really a sticky valve and not a component failure chemistry is the way to go... -Curt -------- *From:* LarryT via Mercedes *To:* Mercedes Discussion List *Sent:* Friday, Dece

Re: [MBZ] OT: Parental Control Hardware

My NetGear has Parental controls also. Like you, our kids are also gone so I don't use the parental controls but I know they're there. When I 1st saw your email and came to "Parental Controls' my 1st thought was you were dealing with some unruly parents! ;-) So far my netGear N450 has been

Re: [MBZ] OT: MS

I'm still using Office 97! It has all the features i need/use and I can find them all. It must be frustrating to spend whatever they're charging at the moment for software that does basically the same thing - if you can find the right button! I feel your pain!;-) LarryT On 3/5/2015 5:

[MBZ] Radio Shack Stores Closing

FYI -- I was out Saturday and learned that many/most Radio Shack stores will be closing as soon as inventory is sold. Store fixtures are also being sold. I know some of ya';ll like electronic projects -- now is the time to pick up bits & pieces -- But it's going fast -- Good luck - LarryT

Re: [MBZ] 124 camber

FYI, I have new Bilsteins at all 4 corners - they made a huge difference in the stance of the car! Before it was 1/2" lower on the passenger side but the new shocks corrected that. If you think all shocks are the same, compare a Bilstein to a Monroe! The shaft on the Monroe is approx 5/8" di

[MBZ] Mailing List membership disabled

Now I'm getting notices _/daily/_! LarryT ___ 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_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Mowers For Kaleb

also, when buying any more - new or used - try to get one with an aluminum deck. The steel decks will wear out long before the B&S engine does. LarryT 91 300D On 4/24/2015 8:30 AM, rogerhga--- via Mercedes wrote: Kaleb, Buy a used mower, forget about impressing list members with a new

Re: [MBZ] Synthetic Diesel!

A, the reality of economics. Something sadly missing in the world of politics when it comes to.. well, everything! Unfortunately, knowledge of economics seems to never be taught in our public schools.Of course it's not a "sexy" subject so students are hard to engage. But it's kind o

Re: [MBZ] Battery Maintainers

My '74 911 got a new Optima battery in Mar 99 shortly after I bought it. From day 1 I kept a Battery Tender like this one (http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Battery-Tender-12V-Maintainer-Trickle-Charger-12-Volt-Junior-021-0123-/321746137390?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4ae990712e) that I bought o

Re: [MBZ] Door Check Fail

Ha! Like little Easter eggs waiting to be discovered! ;-) LarryT On 4/7/2015 9:13 PM, Meade Dillon wrote: somewhere I've probably got hundreds of dollars of new parts, hidden around the garage, ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://ww

[MBZ] W123 Lower alternator bolt Size?

Hi Gang, I was hoping someone will have the diameter and length of the Subject bolt please ? I'm embarrassed tp say it fell out ;-) Thx (now I'll check the archives) LarryT 78 240D 91 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.

Re: [MBZ] Droolworthy W108 280SE 4.5 in GREEN

I owned a identical SE except mine was dark green - man, I loved that car - still love the W108 design and the build quality was what made MB famous in my opinion. The 4.5 was a great engine but i couldn't handle the 14-15mpg on a good day along with the high cost of replacement parts. But

Re: [MBZ] Surgery

Percocet is Oxycodone usually mixed with tylanol as is 10/325 - 10mg oxycodone and 325 mg acetaminophen. I've been taking it for 15 years or so... a few years back we dropped the acetaminophen because it can cause liver problems when taken long term. LarryT 91 300D On 10/7/2014 12:36 PM, R

Re: [MBZ] Surgery

Thanks Craig, for that complete description -- I failed to see it before I wrote my email... Next time I'll check the other responses ;-) LarryT On 10/7/2014 1:37 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Tue, 7 Oct 2014 11:33:54 -0400 Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: What is the "common" name

Re: [MBZ] Surgery

spect there are worse symptoms LarryT On 10/8/2014 9:47 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: ‎He didn't include hydromorphone. Dilaudid. Very potent pain medicine. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydromorphone Rick Sent from my BlackBerry 10 smartphone. Original Message From: LarryT via

Re: [MBZ] Source for Bumper Cover

Hi Dan, you didn't mention what year your S420 is - but I looked at Rockauto.com and they have them for a 96 w/o Parktronic. They also offer several types & manufacturers. LarryT 91 300D On 10/9/2014 11:49 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Need a front bumper cover for the S420. I've see

Re: [MBZ] Source for Bumper Cover

a shot. I appreciate the suggestion. Dan Sent from my iPad On Oct 10, 2014, at 8:02 AM, LarryT via Mercedes wrote: Hi Dan, you didn't mention what year your S420 is - but I looked at Rockauto.com and they have them for a 96 w/o Parktronic. They also offer several types & manu

Re: [MBZ] Source for Bumper Cover

It was worth a shot. I appreciate the suggestion. Dan Sent from my iPad On Oct 10, 2014, at 8:02 AM, LarryT via Mercedes wrote: Hi Dan, you didn't mention what year your S420 is - but I looked at Rockauto.com and they have them for a 96 w/o Parktronic. They also offer several ty

Re: [MBZ] Headlight Lens Restoration

I used McGuires Plast-X on the windows in my convertible top - on our '66 MGB. All 3 were very cloudy and yellowed, I could only see shapes through them. I have done some BC/CC painting and have the DA buffer with several buffing pads intended to buff out the clear coat. When I finis

Re: [MBZ] Tire source

Speaking of Hankooks, I've been running them on my 91 300D and my 74 911 - all 8 tires look brand new. The MB has approx 40,000 miles on them and they still look brand new. They have not seen much snow but what they have has been handled with ease. No complaints about snow or rain perform

[MBZ] W124 Rear Shocks

I am preparing to replace my rear shocks - w/new Bilsteins. (from Gary H) and there's a note in the WSM saying 'Vehicle must be standing on its wheels or have its spring link supported." Is that for the whole R&R procedure or just when tightening the fasteners? And would it be acceptable to p

[MBZ] Using epc.Startekinfo for W123

Has anyone found a way to use epc.startekinfo.com for pre-82 W123 MB's? As you know it doesn't have the standardized VIN number which I believe came out in 1982 so I have not been able to use it for my 78 240D. Any ideas? I tried the Help Link but haven't heard back yet. Thanks, LarryT 78

Re: [MBZ] Using epc.Startekinfo for W123

Thx Kaleb - That WDB was throwing me. LarryT On 10/18/2014 3:10 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: You just put in 123 instead of the whole vin Sent from my iPhone On Oct 18, 2014, at 2:04 PM, LarryT via Mercedes wrote: Has anyone found a way to use epc.startekinfo.com for pre-82 W123 MB&#

Re: [MBZ] W124 Rear Shocks

Thx Gang - I knew that about the front suspension but didn't realize the rear was the same. Thanks for the education! LarryT On 10/18/2014 9:36 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Larry, The shock is the only "safety" which holds the rear suspension spring in place. When you remove the sh

Re: [MBZ] Using epc.Startekinfo for W123

Parts diagrams... LarryT On 10/19/2014 10:02 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: I must have missed something - what's the site good for? On Sun, Oct 19, 2014 at 8:07 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote: Its the same on that ruskie VIN lookup site that was posted

Re: [MBZ] the news

All well said! I especially liked the part where you said " we have a problem in the USA, and it would appear to be armed police, not armed citizens.".More Guns equal Less Crime is a fact. We should also remember the other saying "it tales a good guy with a gun to stop a bad guy with a gu

Re: [MBZ] the news

Most Swiss males have an automatic weapon (usually a SIG SG550 - Gasp! there's an assault rifle in every home!) issued to them for Home Guard use. They keep these fully automatic weapons with ammo along with semi-auto sidearms (pistols) in their homes. It doesn't get much air time because gu

Re: [MBZ] OT - Shotguns

Great story G, That carbide Cannon sounds GREAT!I think they used to advertise them in Comic Books or other magazines for imaginative kids. ;-) Sometimes I wonder how we survived! no bike helmets, we had BB guns and real guns, firecrackers, cherry bombs, M80s, etc. Once we got the

[MBZ] The Road to Mercedes

NBCSports is airing a program called "Road to Mercedes" which has a couple of journalist driving from UK to Stuttgart in a loaner GL450 AMG where they visit a restoration shop who restores MBs to 100 points. They appeared to have 2 dozen 300SL Gullwings and Roadsters in various stages of rest

Re: [MBZ] OT - another non-political B-52 tale - FINALE & QUICK DEPARTURE

mao, Wow - you really had to go a long way back to find that example. Got anything newer? IMO, when the church began to be less managed by monarchs interested in expanding territory and more managed by religious types who read the Bible and realized Jesus has a forgiveness game plan and not a

[MBZ] MB 600 - Jay Leno

Hi Ya'll - " Jay's Garage on YouTube has a excellent video showing his 600 - which he says his favorite MB.The 19 min video opens with Jay driving his 600 with the opening playing a score of "The Ride of the Valkyries" . Very impressive. Jay, (he asks that I call him by his 1st

Re: [MBZ] Today's CL Crack Smoker

what's the deal with the Salvage Title? He seems to gloss over that little tidbit What part of " COMPLETE NO DAMAGED ORIGINAL VERY RARE SPORT CAR " contains the salvage stuff, I wonder? LarryT 91 300D On 11/8/2014 10:40 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes wrote: INTERIOR COMPLETE NO DAMAGED O

Re: [MBZ] Neuropathy & IVIG

I had IVIG treatments back in the late 90s when my disease 1st raised its ugly head. I was to the point I was only sleeping 10 min or so at a time due to pain and those 10 min were not very restful. It's amazing what sleep deprivation will do. The 1st IVIG treatment was pretty effective. I g

Re: [MBZ] hi miles

my 78 240D can still be driven any time. the only known problem which might be considered serious is the broken parking pawl in the tranny.. Of course it has the typical rust on the floors and rockers and one hood hinge has a screw missing. t has 330K mi. our 91 300D is like new - just go

Re: [MBZ] Selling My 1983 300D

IMO the w124s were easier to keep pristine - as yours and mine are. The 123's are great cars and very utilitarian but the rust bug loves them. All the plastic on the 124s really keep the rust at bay. The 124 is my wife's daily driver but she'd like something other than a MB just as a change b

Re: [MBZ] Let's raise the speed limit to 85 in MT!

I am sure you're right about how bad people will allow their cars to deteriorate and still drive them but I think we need to put the pressure on our citizens to grow up and maintain their cars if they want to drive at the speeds others find acceptable. IMO it's like the Nanny state run amok

Re: [MBZ] Let's raise the speed limit to 85 in MT!

Oh Man! I love Mt!! I would imagine that all that open space in Mt (and adjoining states), it would be impossible _not _to drive faster than 55! LarryT 91 300D 74 911 On 12/1/2014 6:14 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote: Montana had a "reasonable and prudent" speed limit and thumbed their

Re: [MBZ] Let's raise the speed limit to 85 in MT!

Under your proposal, I suspect 90% of the population would be in golf carts, 8% on mopeds, 1% in 240D Like cars and 1% in the unlimited class. ;-) LarryT On 12/1/2014 7:58 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: I have always been of the opinion that driving license should be done on a demonstrated skil

Re: [MBZ] Let's raise the speed limit to 85 in MT!

Unfortunately I think that attitude is universal in the US, - the lack of knowledge of driving has moved to all segments of cars. It used to be Porsche owners would either flash each others with a high beam blink, or give a small wave, now, only owners of, say, pre 95, 911s return the flash

Re: [MBZ] OT - Hybrid Renewable Energy and battery storage systems

Actually, as a percentage of their gross income their profit is lower than just about any other industry. (except maybe grocers) Oil profit is usually around 3%. It cost a huge amount to do all of the R&D, drilling dry holes, etc. I know they make a lot - but compared to other industries i

[MBZ] AT Does not engage 1st

Hello -- About 4 years ago I bought one of Rusty's rebuilt AT''s. It was fine until about 3-4 months after the 2 year warranty expired when it stopped engaging 1st. it occasionally works but mostly it doesn't. The kick-down works perfectly for the 4-3 shift. I asked the list when i

Re: [MBZ] AT Does not engage 1st

Thx Max - Yeah, they offered some suggestions which didn't help - them they suggested the ProLube (if that's what it's called). LarryT On 12/5/2014 3:47 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://w

Re: [MBZ] AT Does not engage 1st

ow you don't believe in better living through chemistry but if the problem is really a sticky valve and not a component failure chemistry is the way to go... -Curt -------- *From:* LarryT via Mercedes *To:* Mercedes Discus

Re: [MBZ] Sat morning fun

Thanks Fred- I'll find some! I also want to be sure I'm not overlooking the obvious - i.e., any device that operates a kick-down function will do so for _any _up-shift and not just a 1-2 shift, right? Thx again, LarryT 91 300D On 12/6/2014 10:58 AM, Fred Moir via Mercedes wrote: Rich.Me t

[MBZ] Fog Light Problem

Hi Gang -- A while back I wrote about a problem I had where both fog lights stopped working. i tested the bulbs and that worked great with 12V -- I changed the light switch with a new one I didn't know I had and Presto! I now have Fog Lights to help spot the deer along the side of the roa

Re: [MBZ] Fog Light Problem

Yeah, I've replaced Ign switches on both the 123 and 124 we own Larry On 12/9/2014 2:18 PM, Curly McLain wrote: Hi Gang -- A while back I wrote about a problem I had where both fog lights stopped working. i tested the bulbs and that worked great with 12V -- I changed the light switch

[MBZ] OT - Computer question

hello, I have been using Carbonite for several years. i am not happy with it. When files must be restored to a new computer or following a repair, it requires a tedious restoration procedure (IMO) so I am wondering if anyone has found anything they like better? My subscription expires in Mar

Re: [MBZ] OT - Computer question

Thanks Guys - Lots of great suggestions. IMO the restore is the biggest concern - I was happy with Carbonite until I had to restore my email - then it was not so easy. Thanks Guys - Larry On 12/16/2014 10:03 AM, Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote: I use Time Machine, but I have not had to resto

[MBZ] Brake Noise W124 '91 300D

Hi Gang I hope everyone had a great Christmas and a Happy New year! ;-) I noticed something for the 1st time today - as the brakes were applied I could hear a soft high pitched buzz that started and stopped every time the pedal is pressed and stops when the pedal is released.

Re: [MBZ] 300D

I think Max's suggestion is perfect. But I think renting him a 300D for $50 a day is too low. Maybe $80 or $100? It will either satisfy him and you'll get the car back or he'll stop bothering you... LarryT 91 300D (just turned 243K and just got a *perfect* oil analysis!) On 1/11/2015 8:4

Re: [MBZ] 300D

t on their external hard drive was bad. End of story. They were not happy. Got a text the next morning from the guy saying the MBP didn’t meet their needs and they would be selling it. ??? That was the last time I ever sold something on CL from my house. It was scary. Dan On Jan 11, 2015, a

Re: [MBZ] 300D

The debate concerning Amsoil Vs Mobil 1 will likely continue for a long time. As far as buying Amsoil - it can be bought from the website (Amsoil.com) in 2 ways. You can become a "dealer" for a short time for a reduced price and buy the oil and other products at wholesale prices. If you

Re: [MBZ] 300D

80,000 miles. The next 120,000 it had Mobil 1 except for a year or so of Delo. The mechanic who finished putting on the chain when I broke my hip, said it was in great shape. It still starts at the touch of the key. The Amsoil certainly didn't hurt it. ---------- On Tue, J

Re: [MBZ] Another productive day in the garage

Hi Peter - BTW, when you did the 300D rear shocks did you secure the springs? When I did my 91 rear shocks I did /not /as I never saw a need to do so on the rear before. When I looked over the WSM sheets they cautioned about securing the springs - I guess I got lucky as nothing happened.

[MBZ] Alt up per bracket 78 240D

Hi Gang - When trying to adjust my alternator belt I found the upper bolt with the star around its collar was turning without adjusting the belt. my lower bracket is ok but the upper has been chewed up. Anyone know where I can find one? Thx! LarryT 78 240D ___

Re: [MBZ] Alt up per bracket 78 240D

this part from any dealer? 110 150 04 73 - Clamping Bolt, Spannschraube $19.50 Dan On Jan 19, 2015, at 7:28 AM, dseretakis--- via Mercedes wrote: Call the Classic Center. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 18, 2015, at 11:12 PM, LarryT via Mercedes wrote: Hi Gang - When trying to adjust my

Re: [MBZ] Alt up per bracket 78 240D

The few things I have bought from CC were no more than the dealer prices -- LarryT On 1/19/2015 9:16 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I guess I just have a hard time wondering why people go to the Classic Center when the same parts are readily available from the dealership. Granted, I have

Re: [MBZ] Alt up per bracket 78 240D

Yeah, I've never been crazy about this design - there are so many much easier methods to adjust alts, Compressors, etc. Speaking of compressors - I am considering removing this York - the AC has never worked properly and removing it will provide more room to work in the engine bay. It's a 7

Re: [MBZ] Alt up per bracket 78 240D

I always released the upper and lower bolt but a PO did some damage that's hard to fix without replacing. Thx for the comments -- Larry On 1/19/2015 11:04 AM, Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote: There's a reason they abandoned that design. The bolt and the rack are vulnerable because many people

Re: [MBZ] alternator bolt?

Anyone know what size the bolt is? I need a new one (after I replace the part with the teeth that the bolt rotates in) and prefer to find a aftermarket bolt. Thanks LarryT 78 240D On 1/20/2015 3:21 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote: On Tue, 20 Jan 2015 13:13:12 -0600 OK Don via Mercedes w

Re: [MBZ] alternator bolt?

Sorry -- I didn't word my request properly --- I have a new MB bolt for the upper adjustment bolt (with the star) but I need a new lower most bolt.That's the one I need the size for. Thanks - LarryT 78 240D On 1/22/2015 11:22 AM, LarryT via Mercedes wrote: Anyone know what siz

[MBZ] Rebate for Diesel Fuel

I read an article yesterday about getting a cash rebate for the money spent yearly on diesel fuel.They require the receipt, lic # and some other data but every little bit helps! i earned this about Va - don't know which other states offer a similar program but it's worth checking. Here's

Re: [MBZ] A rare break (SDL)

We have just the opposite kind of yard here - I bought a pair of seats for $12.50 to use in my 911 while my Porsche seats were recovered - _ALL _of their seats are $12.50 each regardless of vehicle. They have various MBs once in a while, but mostly 123s, 124s & 140s. Trouble is they only keep

[MBZ] OT - Auctions (other than ebay)

I saw a commercial for "Dashdeal.com" the other day and went to check it out. Indeed their claims appear true - big screen TVs were being bought for for for $200-$300 or less. Along with IPads, I Phones, Cameras, etc at similar savings. But the trick here is the company behind the aucti

Re: [MBZ] high school and college cars

There's a guy who drives his 2CV to the gun range I am a member of. Last week it was cold out (30s) and he arrived with a sheet of canvas covering 90% of the radiator opening - just like the big trucks. ;-) I haven't spoken to him in a long time and don't know how many miles he puts on it.

Re: [MBZ] high school and college cars

I grew up in Aiken - great little town - I was there from age 5 to 12 and spent most of my time (exc for school) in the woods playing Army and Cowboy and Indians with my 2 best friends. this was pre network - we didn't have a TV part of the time. Rt 1 box 400H was the address ;-) I wonder i

Re: [MBZ] 109

It's on jackstands - probably to hide the collapsed air bags in the suspension. IIRC that's around $1000 per corner to fix. But that would be a stunner when repaired and painted! I'm thinking Astral Silver would do it justice. Wonder what condition the engine is in. That could be a real m

Re: [MBZ] Free Parts - W124

Hi Dan - i'm probably too lte but is the stereo still around? If so, how much to ship to 23831? A photo of the face would be nice but it's probably gone anyway. ;-) Thanks! LarryT On 5/25/2015 8:02 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I have the following W124 parts for the taking. Recipient

Re: [MBZ] Free Parts - W124

Sorry - I see all is gone. Thx anyway - Larry On 5/25/2015 8:02 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I have the following W124 parts for the taking. Recipient covers shipping costs. Mann H2014 transmission filter 201 492 0116 exhaust hanger http://www.mbpartsworld.com/showAssembly.aspx?uke

Re: [MBZ] Several Barn Finds in NJ

you might want to tell the sellers there is no such thing as a 1958 MG-TD. It is definitely a TD, but in 1958 MG was selling MGA's. The TD started around 1950 and ended around 1954 - I say "around" because there were no hard rules for determining the model year of a vehicle. My 66 MGB was bui

Re: [MBZ] Workshop Manual Score?

if the transmission books are there you can make as much as $100 or more on them. To get a value of these things tryhttp://www.autolit.com/ who sell all manner of auto literature. BTW, I also have a full set of Microfische - has al the great old cars - 108, 109, 111, 113 600 (forgot the

[MBZ] Was Rear Subframe - Aging - Fwd: Fwd: Random thoughts

Since we're on the subject I'd like to share something a friend sent me recently. enjoy - LarryT 91 300D */Random thoughts as we age: /* The biggest lie I tell myself is . . . "I don't need to write that down, I'll remember it." Wouldn't it

Re: [MBZ] Way OT and mind blowing revelation about panda digestion!

Hmmm.. perhaps the Pandas will decide it's time to add meat to their diet. as i understand it, there's a lot of little Chinese folks running around in the Panda neighborhood. They might be the ones needing to worry LarryT 91 300D On 5/20/2015 2:14 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Merce

Re: [MBZ] OT another sort of metal working question

Ya'll probably know this but when working with lead - melting it, etc - be very careful of the fumes - they are toxic and can cause liver and other damage... LarryT 91 300D On 6/5/2015 11:32 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: JB Weld was my thought as well - but use it instead of the lead, not to

[MBZ] List Disabled

Once again, I have been disabled. It is happening almost daily now. This is getting old. I didn't have a problem when I was being dropped monthly, but daily is a little too much to expect, me thinks... Can someone fix this? Thx LarryT ___ http://www.okie

Re: [MBZ] American policy

if we were to start putting $$s into defense again (and the liberals would squeal) and keep ISIS etc., busy fighting each other if we just stirred them up against each other, we could improve our economy all around. But instead we try to be nice so the bad guys will like us. LOL - that'll neve

Re: [MBZ] OT Anti-gun crowd kills another woman in NJ

It always makes me LOL when the anti-gunners say they don't want everyone to be able to get guns so all the people around her/him might have one. Then someone asks them "What makes you think they don't have one already? It seems the snti-gun crowd believe a law will stop a criminal. Even

Re: [MBZ] OT Anti-gun crowd kills another woman in NJ

You wrote: " the way things really are when it comes to guns." and laws... LarryT On 6/15/2015 2:21 AM, archer75--- via Mercedes wrote: I was sitting in the Farmers Market Restaurant having lunch one day during the 1950s not long after New York had banned guns. It was the slow summer seas

Re: [MBZ] Wretched SEL

you wrote: " I thought I was being good, throwing away old crap for a change! " That is the surest way to guaranty you will need some minor part that would have been good and didn't need to be thrown away. It's like washing your car and guaranteeing it will rain shortly... I have 3 old wir

Re: [MBZ] Interesting Green W140

I haven't pulled the trigger on any yet, but the Carfax Used Car Sales tool seems to be pretty well done. Lots of ways to dial in the search and a lot of cars available BTW. I like the guide that says if the prices are above or below the book price. Does anyone now if the 94 to 99-ish E cla

[MBZ] Sticker on Used MB

I was browsing some used MBs and noticed a sticker in the door frame of a ML320 that read; Steering Wheel - 06-2015 Instrument Panel - 06-2015 Left Front Door - 06-2015 Right Front Door - 06-2015 Left Front Door - 06-2015 Right Front Door - 06-2015 Left Roof Frame --- Right Roof frame --

Re: [MBZ] Sticker on Used MB

y cars. That being said, I've never heard of anyone ever replacing all of their air bags based on their age Dan Sent from my iPad On Jul 2, 2015, at 11:09 AM, LarryT via Mercedes wrote: I was browsing some used MBs and noticed a sticker in the door frame of a ML320 that read; Steerin

Re: [MBZ] Sticker on Used MB

supposedly, the self test is the SRS light that comes on with the ignition indicates a good air bag. Larry 91 300D On 7/2/2015 7:21 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: I thought that MB recently added ten years to the original ten years of air bag life? I've got the original airbag from my '8

Re: [MBZ] I smoked a lot of crack followed by crystal meth

I'm seeing someone who paid $20k for it and then found how much it would cost to have someone "fix a few things & the A/C that doesn't work" Other than that a real cream puff - worth maybe a third of 20k - Big maybe! LOL LarryT 91 300D On 7/10/2015 12:33 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wro

Re: [MBZ] W124 Hood Release will not work

my 91 300D still has a hood release that will not do anything. The lever is attached to the lower dash next to the A Pillar. I have pulled, pushed and cursed at it will equal results. Nothing budges. Efforts to move the hood itself are just as frustrating. Neither side of the hood will l

Re: [MBZ] W124 Hood Release will not work

I bought a grill insert with the chrome surround and star on ebay. Now, when it arrives, I can go through the egg crate and find a way to release the hood. Thanks again for all the help. LarryT 91 300D On 7/15/2015 12:23 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On July 15, 2015 at 10:48 AM Jim

[MBZ] Grill Removal - Unable to Open hood -- W124 '91 300D

Hi Gang - I have tried all your suggestions and a few of my own to get the hood to pop up so I can open it. I bought a used Grill Shell w/Insert so I can break up the original one and hopefully get the hood latch to release. There's a pair of fans for the AC condenser but it looks li

Re: [MBZ] W124 Hood Won't Release

Hi Gang - After trying everything to get the hood open (thanks for all the great suggestions), I used a die grinder with a thin cutting blade that went through that plastic like butter!Once I had the grill insert cut out I thought I'd give it anohter try and see if we could get it open

[MBZ] Electrical Relay guide

I found this when looking for info on 12v Relays: http://www.12voltplanet.co.uk/relay-guide.html All of the info is helpful but the part I thought the owners of older cars might benefit from is down toward the bottom. It tells how to add a buzzer using a simple relay wired to the front door li

[MBZ] 2004 E320 Wagon?

Anyone have any info about the above, good or bad traits, etc.? Things to worry about or look for? It runs smooth and easy without any problems I see. I know they're not diesels but do the parts cost a arm & leg or just an arm? It has ~140K miles, fully loaded starting asking price is $12K.

[MBZ] E320 Wagon

Hi - I sent this yesterday but it has not appeared. Perhaps I was bumped from membership again and I missed the email? Anyway- 04, all options appears to be in good condition. Are there any inherent problems to look for? 139K miles... asking $12k thanks, Larry 91 300D _

[MBZ] List active?

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Re: [MBZ] Leaky W123 front w/s

Glass installers often have a lifetime "no leak" guarantee. I'd take it to the dealer and have them coordinate the repair. But it's be nice if the dealer would kick in a new W/S. LarryT 78 240D 91 300D On 7/17/2014 4:05 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: By a careful, scientific proc

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