[MBZ] Yamaha HTR-5730

or *http://tinyurl.com/cxva22 * -- -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine The Accordion

Re: [MBZ] OT: the end of an era

Look at http://www.videolan.org/ for a Linux, Mac, and Windows player. Luther Ed Booher wrote: I can certainly sympathize with that statement. While I have several desktop computers, I have none that are capable of output to a T.V. Unless you count the X-Box 360 as a computer. It is currently

Re: [MBZ] Yamaha HTR-5730

Yes, $42.20 total with shipping. It's in St. Paul MN and my dad will be up there in 2 weeks, so I'm waiting on the seller to tell me if I can do a local pickup. Luther OK Don wrote: Did you win it? bidding is closed. On Thu, Apr 9, 2009 at 6:19 AM, Luther benz-n-h...@gulseth.net wrote

Re: [MBZ] Doors and Thresholds [was: Re: Lonesome]

it under the threshold. When this was dried, I sealed it with silicone. That was 8 (?) years ago, and it's not leaked or sagged yet. The door still closes like new. Luther Luther wrote: An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] somebody is on crack

Is that the seller or buyer since it is sold Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-Hood-Ornament-for-the-first-convertable_W0QQitemZ180343640669QQihZ008QQcategoryZ140708QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87

Re: [MBZ] Lonesome

sounds like the house frame has sagged. Did you put a large square (drywall square) on it to see if the frame is correct? Luther Craig McCluskey wrote: On Sat, 4 Apr 2009 22:10:00 -0500 Wilton Strickland wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Anybody there? Yup! Traffic's been kinda low today

Re: [MBZ] Doors and Thresholds [was: Re: Lonesome]

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Re: [MBZ] top loading washer

So, modern high speed washers, do they abuse the clothing more or less due to their speed? Luther Mitch Haley wrote: OK Don wrote: I have a hard time getting excited about matching appliances. Now matching Benz's - YES. Bingo. I'm using a Fisher-Paykel washer and a late 1960's vintage

Re: [MBZ] top loading washer

Or, (heaven forbid you save anyMORE energy) you can hang the clothes up to dry while the 2nd load washes! :) Luther Craig McCluskey wrote: Yes, but with one device you have to wait to start another load washing until the first one is completely dry. With two devices you can start a second

Re: [MBZ] top loading washer

Freeze dried clothing does work, when the wind is blowing. I know, BDTD. Luther Craig McCluskey wrote: On Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:00:08 -0500 Luther benz-n-h...@gulseth.net wrote: Or, (heaven forbid you save anyMORE energy) you can hang the clothes up to dry while the 2nd load washes

Re: [MBZ] Wiper replacement catastrophe

ROFL. Thanks for some morning amusement. I'm sorry you had to endure such pain to provide this. Luther Curt Raymond wrote: So heres a hint: You have to (or I did anyway) dismount the wiper motor when you install or remove the assembly on a 190D. DO NOT have the car on so you can listen

Re: [MBZ] 1980 300D Transmission Slipping

Atta boy! :) When are you going to tackle something more complex? You've got the skilz :D Luther Wonko the Sane wrote: Douglas -- listen closely -- crawl under your car on the port side, tranny stern. There will be a bolt with no screwdriver head on it. Slap a pair of channel locks

Re: [MBZ] Maybe A Good Deal

330D? Is that correct? Luther Rick Knoble wrote: http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/1100881134.html Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi

Re: [MBZ] OT - Waffles

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Re: [MBZ] OT - Waffles

Can you duplicate this with spelt? Luther Mountain Man wrote: z wrote: yes, and I prefer the lighter texture provided by the extra gluten. The flavor dies with gluten. When we recently went back to no gluten, we all agreed gluten did not help the flavor. There has to be something

Re: [MBZ] OT - Waffles

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Re: [MBZ] Glow Plug Current Problem??

How fast does the engine spin (i.e. normal sound speed or look at the RPM gauge) when trying to start? What is the voltage across the battery when you are trying to start? This sounds like it could be a starter that's crapped out. Luther B Dike wrote: Hi All, Back again after a long

Re: [MBZ] OT - Waffles

(try 2) Add a few table spoons of gluten to each loaf of soft white whole wheat bread. Makes GREAT WW bread. Luther Fmiser wrote: andrew strasfogel wrote: WTF is white whole wheat? Doesn't that defeat the purpose? I think he's trying to say whole wheat flour from white

Re: [MBZ] Another weird W123 speedo question

Take a drill with a small square bit (I think S2 is the correct size) and spin the speedometer/odometer until the mileage matches. Taking the odometer number shaft out and arranging the numbers manually is NOT recommended Luther, veteran 123 odometer adjuster andrew strasfogel wrote: I

Re: [MBZ] vacuum coolant filler

What about a mityVac and a hose replacing the small overflow hose? Take a 3-4ft length of clear tubing and install a tee in the middle with the MityVac. Would that work? Luther Curt Raymond wrote: Has anybody used something like: http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item.asp?P65=tool

Re: [MBZ] vacuum coolant filler

I have, more than once It takes time to save money... Luther, master DIY Curt Raymond wrote: Have you ever tried to create any serious vacuum with a mityvac? Theres way to much volume in the cooling system, it'd take a billion years with a mityvac... -Curt Date: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 18:05

[MBZ] NCAA coaches and Guitar Hero

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LWhV-Wr-RM :D -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine The Accordion

Re: [MBZ] OT - Waffles

yes, and I prefer the lighter texture provided by the extra gluten. Luther Fmiser wrote: Luther wrote: Add a few table spoons of gluten to each loaf of soft white whole wheat bread. Makes GREAT WW bread. Have you ever had a loaf of bread made from hard white wheat flour

[MBZ] Chrysler vs. Gov't

negotiate a deal before time runs out. If a Chrysler-Fiat union cannot be completed, Washington plans to walk away, leave Chrysler destined for a complete sell-off. No other money is available. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090330/ap_on_go_pr_wh/obama_autos What's next? -- Luther KB5QHU

Re: [MBZ] Car talk

Yes, but those bums are hilarious. Luther Loren Faeth wrote: If that is the program I think it is, I think you could take any 2 random members of this list, and they would have more applied, practical knowledge of cars than those two bums. They get free new cars of all sort to drive around

Re: [MBZ] More on 350SD

The 300 block came in my SDL, the 350 head was found on Ebay. Luther Rich Thomas wrote: Where would one find a 300 block? Did you have that and put on the 350 head? --R Luther wrote: My SDL is a 300 block and 350 head. Luther Jim Cathey wrote: 6-cylinder OM603 350SD turbo diesel. We

Re: [MBZ] More on 350SD

My SDL is a 300 block and 350 head. Luther Jim Cathey wrote: 6-cylinder OM603 350SD turbo diesel. We have to advice against the 350SD because of its tendency to develop cracks in the cylinder head. Best buy is the 300SDL, both because of the long wheelbase option and the better performance

Re: [MBZ] 300E question

where is this documented? Is there a TSB or maintenance manual with this info? Luther John Freer wrote: AT fluid for the MB's with separate drive beltsMB Fluid for those with a serpentine belt. On Wed, Mar 25, 2009 at 7:33 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote

Re: [MBZ] no glow plug light/hard starts; glow plug time? - '85 300D

I'll second this. If the plug is bad, the meter will peg out and not drop. Luther Fmiser wrote: ernest breakfield wrote: what's the best way to check to verify exactly what the problem is? is there perhaps a handy diagnostic write-up somewhere online someone can recommend and point

Re: [MBZ] $2 sucker again

I think he's being a bit more subtle Luther Wonko the Sane wrote: Are you suggesting things have become a bit more plastic since the W123? On Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 10:46 PM, Wilton Strickland wilt...@nc.rr.comwrote: Top of the black plastic cartridge holder is about 3 inches in dia

Re: [MBZ] FW: Today's Diesel Prices

I'm glad to see you're close to us. D2 $1.99 and gas $1.89. Luther OK Don wrote: Diesel is now $1.98 and gasoline is $1.88. On Tue, Mar 24, 2009 at 8:35 PM, Bob Rentfro azbob...@gmail.com wrote: Diesel went up a quarter last night here. Bob R 2009/3/24 Kaleb C. Striplin ka

Re: [MBZ] OT banned lite, Better not get hurt in war

Instant off, remove pan. Luther Tom Hargrave wrote: I like gas, but all my wife has ever cooked on is electric, so electric it is. Benefits of gas? You have more control over gas Gas is instant heat Gas is also instant off Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -- Luther

Re: [MBZ] OT banned lite, Better not get hurt in war

he's a lying scumbag politician just like 99% of the people in DC. Drop a nuke on the city and lets start from scratch with the original constitution and current amendments. Luther Gary Hurst wrote: if he were honest, obama would have honored his 5 days for the public and congress to study

Re: [MBZ] Beans for Diesel

? I could go on. Luther LarryT wrote: I did some calculating after sending my last msg - with a possible 1600 gal/acre I calculated my wife needs roughly 250 gal to commute to/from work/year - so a little over 1/8th acre would give us the needed beans. Hmmm...I have 1/3 acre available so

Re: [MBZ] OT banned lite, Better not get hurt in war

What happened to no politics on this list? Isn't that what Banned is for? -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine

Re: [MBZ] actual diesel content (was Re: list S/N ratio)

The bad news is that they are a PAIN to change and get right. Luther Greg Fiorentino wrote: Allan: The oil is coming from the lubrication inside the valve cover. The pressure forcing the oil out of the valve cover is coming from the cylinders. The route from the cylinders to the inside

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Prices in Everett ,Washington

UGH, it's still $1.95 over here. Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: its 1.69 here W140 wrote: I just filled up the other day and Diesel was $1.85. Not bad, eh? Walt Lasher Everett, WA. W140 S350 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go

Re: [MBZ] More Craigslist fun

removed, what'd it say? Rich Thomas wrote: Im not lyin Im really 18 http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/1078362012.html --R -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor

Re: [MBZ] OT banned lite, White house will set your thermostat

First the White House must lower (or raise in the summer) their OWN thermostat! Luther harry watkins wrote: Obama's climate czar, Carol Browner, wants your thermostat. ( she is a former leader in the Socialist International group, a group that advocates one world government.) Czar

Re: [MBZ] cheap 300D turbo w/intercooler converted to 4 speed

Interesting. http://joplin.craigslist.org/cto/1071551063.html Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: 1980 300D Mercedes Benz Tubo Diesel Manual Transmission Reply to: sale-nqtac-1071551...@craigslist.org Date: 2009-03-12, 9:45AM This is a One of a Kind for sure. The body is a Mercedes 1980 300d

Re: [MBZ] 190D tranny thoughts

Call Roger. His advise on the phone is free. I've used him more than once and his phone diagnosis hasn't failed me yet. Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: If I end up having to pull that tranny back out of the 190D, my 2 plans are either to A: convert it to a 5 speed manny. Or B: use

Re: [MBZ] wife kills the 140 SD

always something. -- -- -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine The Accordion ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Car For Tom Savage

Don't you have enough 190s with dead trannys? Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: well I got the report on it, rusty jack points, dead paint, interior so so, engine runs good though, bad tranny. Wonder if its worth the 700 mile round trip for me to pickup. Would probably cost me 150-200

Re: [MBZ] Very, very cool. IMPRESSIVE!!!

DROOL. That's impressive. Luther Russ Williams wrote: Ok who's the first on the list to buy one of these?? *This is a machinist Dream!!* ** All American Made !! We 'do' innovate http://widgets.nbc.com/o/47f1317f105123ad/498ebd00a62edaa0/47fe70d4555df05a/9e46bd46/-cpid/ba4377d3bfd6c81

Re: [MBZ] O.T The '87 Acura I Sold...It's Baaaack

Given the economy, if you make them keep the car, do you really expect to see the $s? Luther Robert Rentfro wrote: Let's pretend like you sold someone an '87 Acura Legend that was running well for $600. Let's say you allowed them to make payments. Let's then say that they brought the car

Re: [MBZ] A few informal road tests

retype. Luther Mitch Haley wrote: Luther wrote: Toyota Prius Geneva marked the European debut of the new Prius, along with the promise that it will deliver an impressive 46 percent increase in smugness levels. The new car's revised hybrid drive system is now said to be even more

Re: [MBZ] A few informal road tests

awesome and right to the point! Luther relng...@aol.com wrote: www.sniffpetrol.com ** Need a job? Find employment help in your area. (http://yellowpages.aol.com/search?query=employment_agenciesamp; ncid=emlcntusyelp0005) -- next part -- An HTML attachment

Re: [MBZ] OT: DTV antenna, homemade

Why does DTV require a special antenna when it's using the same frequency as analog TV? This is simple physics, f/234 = 1/4~ length of the antenna, these things don't change based on the medium of transport (i.e. digital/analog/morse code/FM/AM/SSB/packet etc). Luther Loren Faeth wrote: I

Re: [MBZ] OT: DTV antenna, homemade

asking why I keep all the junk around - it keeps getting re-cycled. On Sun, Mar 8, 2009 at 7:03 PM, Luther benz-n-h...@gulseth.net wrote: Why does DTV require a special antenna when it's using the same frequency as analog TV? This is simple physics, f/234 = 1/4~ length of the antenna, these things

Re: [MBZ] A Work Associate is in the Fold (83 00D euro)

along with the 15 other projects you have Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Yes, I have a PERFECT set of blue cloth euro seats. They just so happen to be in my euro 84 300D with heated seats and manual trans. I need to do the engine swap on that car soon. Bob Rentfro wrote: A work

Re: [MBZ] OT: DTV antenna, homemade

the old mast, and tap them in place with a sheet metal screw. Add a basic L balun, tune, and we're up and running. I made one of these nearly 20 years ago that measured out around 13.5dBi on an 8ft boom. Luther Craig McCluskey wrote: On Sun, 08 Mar 2009 22:36:38 -0500 Luther benz-n-h

Re: [MBZ] OT: DTV antenna, homemade

Something with us hams and putting things as high as possible within budget Luther Loren Faeth wrote: Yeah, I forgot to add that I did not stick the antenna on top of a 200 foot or 2000 foot tower like OK Don would! Just propped it up in the LR for a trial. Course, I figgered if OK Don

Re: [MBZ] OT: Work travel

Ah, sounds like it's time to fly on Monday/Friday because it is cheaper for the company ;) Luther, can be contacted via email/cellphone when traveling Curt Raymond wrote: Hey, Quick off topic. Does anybody travel for work? We've just been informed that from now on we won't be getting any

Re: [MBZ] OT: Work travel

yes they can. It's called unemployment. Luther, already doing required overtime Mitch Haley wrote: snip they can't dock you for short hours. Mitch. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi

Re: [MBZ] IBM Layoff

Relief that there are people out there worse off! :) Luther OK Don wrote: Looking for relief of their own problems, without formally acknowledging them. On Fri, Mar 6, 2009 at 3:32 PM, Wonko the Sane don.b...@gmail.com wrote: The above-average pay scale? On Fri, Mar 6, 2009 at 3:02 PM

Re: [MBZ] snowbound rodbender

did you get new tires for your trailer? Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: somebody needs to pick it up and store it for me. Luther wrote: You could get it during ChitownQ! Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: hmmm, OK, I found out where. OK, maybe I am interested. Anybody close to this thing? I have

Re: [MBZ] 350SD head

I RR'd the head on my SDL with NO prior major engine disassembly/assembly experience and just the MB manual. It's not that tough if you are thorough and follow directions well. Luther Rich Thomas wrote: So is that gasket pretty straightforward to replace? Is getting the head off fairly

Re: [MBZ] 350SD head

Or $600 shipped with cam and injectors for mine. Luther Peter Frederick wrote: Not too bad. Intake comes off, exhaust and turbo stay on. You cannot rotate the engine with the head off unless you want to re-time the cam and injection timer (you set it at TDC and leave it alone). New head

Re: [MBZ] 350SD head

Or you can remove the turbo/exhaust manifold and use that chance to renew the gaskets. Luther Peter Frederick wrote: Not too bad. Intake comes off, exhaust and turbo stay on. You cannot rotate the engine with the head off unless you want to re-time the cam and injection timer (you set

Re: [MBZ] 350SD and 115 300D and 123 300D/126SEL pkg -- ??s

DOWN BOY! Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: where are you/said cars located? -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine

Re: [MBZ] 350SD head

All of my head bolts were at the minimum length or no more than 2mm longer. The engine had 271kmi on it when I RR'd the head. Luther Peter Frederick wrote: Replace the head bolts -- they very rarely stay short enough the second time, and the result will be what I had -- a leaking head

Re: [MBZ] 350SD head

Ah, yes, I had one that was a B!^(# to get out for that same reason. Wire brush on the grinder and it cleaned up and spun all the way in by hand with no effort and no lube. Luther Peter Frederick wrote: That might be OK, but one of mine broke from corrosion due to the bad head gasket

Re: [MBZ] alternator/brush questions

to the 603... -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine The Accordion ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Need Transmission

I've already put 20kmi on mine in about 8months. I'll buy another one if I ever need it. Luther Rusty Cullens wrote: I have used this rebuilder for 32 years. He is quite reputable as he shows with a 2 years unlimited mileage warranty. I have sold over 2000 of his units with 2 warranties

Re: [MBZ] snowbound rodbender

You could get it during ChitownQ! Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: hmmm, OK, I found out where. OK, maybe I am interested. Anybody close to this thing? I have an engine that would drop right in. Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: where is that located? Wilton Strickland wrote: Great candidate

[MBZ] and now, for the rest of the story..... Good day!

http://news.bostonherald.com/news/columnists/view/2009_03_02_For_Paul_Harvey__love_was_on_the_air/srvc=homeposition=also http://www.abcrn.com/harvey/ -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi

Re: [MBZ] Greg doing an acceleration run in the 2.5T

Damnit, you make my SDL jealous! Luther John Robbins wrote: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CNARxBeyCs The 0-60 is 13 seconds, which, IIRC, is exactly what it's supposed to be. :-) He's FINALLY decided to buy the car off of me. He's given me a todo list, and it'll be delivered to him

Re: [MBZ] Attn Kaleb: Auto shop going out of business auction

No room in the garage? I can help Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I just happen to have a truck and trailer standing by, no room in the garage though. Rich Thomas wrote: That could be seriously dangerous to visit that shop. With a truck and trailer in tow, deadly. --R -- Luther

Re: [MBZ] A Nissan-ed W123?

What's with the suspension? Did he slam it down? Luther Euan wrote: Gentlemen How does this strike you as a conversion? http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=205123840 Well, at least he's up-front about the lack of certification on his engineering. Looks tidy though. Euan 1985 300TD 5

Re: [MBZ] Antenna sticking

correct. Luther, in the land of no MB junkyardsexcept Striplin Acres Jim Cathey wrote: My coupe doesn't have a Hirschmann, so I'm missing the chrome part. I have a working Hirschmann body, just no chrome nut. Junkyard time! You need the works then, right? Nut _and_ the little angled

Re: [MBZ] Antenna sticking

My coupe doesn't have a Hirshmann, so I'm missing the chrome part. I have a working Hirshmann body, just no chrome nut. Luther OK Don wrote: I bought one in the last 6 months from Rusty - both the inner and outer rubber bits. Re-used the inverted chrome funnel. On Mon, Feb 23, 2009 at 9:44

Re: [MBZ] Timing chain switch

Turning the engine over is MUCH smoother when the injectors (or glow plugs) are removed from all 6 cylinders. Luther, has the MB timing chain tool Wilton Strickland wrote: I'm afraid having no ADEQUATE help right now may be my biggest problem, too. If I enlist SWMBO to help hold something

Re: [MBZ] Antenna sticking

Crap, maybe it was the crome piece that tightens it down to the trunk fender. I'm not sure. Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: you sure about that, I have seen them on his website Luther wrote: No, Rusty cannot get it, or so I was told on the phone. Luther Wilton Strickland wrote: Yes

Re: [MBZ] Out our back gate ...

especially as jerky or sausage! Luther Tom Hargrave wrote: I like deer - they taste good. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Saturday

Re: [MBZ] Antenna sticking

No, Rusty cannot get it, or so I was told on the phone. Luther Wilton Strickland wrote: Yes. Call Rusty. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, February 22, 2009 6:20 PM

Re: [MBZ] Some people are just wierd

I'd bet he thought the same of you :D So, when are we going to finalize our deal? Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: So I have been looking for a hood and grille for my 95 E300 and there is a guy who had an ad on craigslist in Olathe KS I believe who has a E320 engine listed. I emailed him

Re: [MBZ] S Class History Promo Video

I've tried 3 times, the first time YouTube didn't even load. The last 2 video not available UGH. Luther E M wrote: S Class History promo video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL74cGMKwScNR=1 Ed 300E -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx

Re: [MBZ] Regular VS diesel prices

$2.05 vs $1.49 here in Arkansas Luther harry watkins wrote: I've seen the spread less than 20 cents. I may have done the math wrong in my head, or read the numbers wrong, but I saw a 16 cent spread at one station as I drove by. I sure hope the trend continues. Harry -- Luther KB5QHU

Re: [MBZ] Blower control unit

Unplug all wiring and check for continuity again. This will make sure it's not a wiring issue. Luther Archer wrote: Does anyone know how to get the blower speed control unit and the temperature control unit out of an '83 300D Turbo without taking out the dash cover? It looks like both

Re: [MBZ] OT downloading off YouTube??

http://alltoavi.sourceforge.net/ Any format and open source. Luther E M wrote: Hi Guys, I've managed to download a number of FLV files from YouTube, but I still can't figure out how ot convert them into different formats. When I open the files, the want to play in my Firefox browser, which

[MBZ] Super Bowl via SNL

http://www.hulu.com/watch/56634/saturday-night-live-update-james-harrison -- -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine

Re: [MBZ] OT downloading off YouTube??

and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi

Re: [MBZ] Help - Neep oil pump chain rail spring

you are NOT da getto! Luther Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Rusty is DA man Michael LaFleur wrote: This is the email I was hoping for. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine

Re: [MBZ] New E Class Coupe

If only they offered the 6cyl tri-turbo charged CDI.sheesh. Luther E M wrote: I didn't even see this one coming! They played this one pretty close to their chest, or did I just miss it somehow? http://www.conceptcarz.com/vehicle/z16642/Mercedes-Benz-E-Class-Coupe.aspx Ed 300E

Re: [MBZ] MailMan Question

HAHAHA, Kaleb barely knows that it's hosted on Linux! :) Luther Russ Williams wrote: Hi Kaleb, Got a question about your Mailman setup. What version of Linux are you running mailman on. TIA Russ W. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx

Re: [MBZ] OT -- has all records and gets 40mpg too?

a $200 colt? It is funny, and I would expect this one would get 1000mpg or better Luther Rich Thomas wrote: This is too funny. http://charleston.craigslist.org/grd/1036324840.html --R -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi

Re: [MBZ] OT - Spring apeekin'

SNOW? I've been wearing shorts, a t-shirt, and open toed sandals for the last several days. , SPRING. Luther, who don't need no stinkin snow! Wonko the Sane wrote: Not here. We got a dusting of snow yesterday and Des Moines (an hour southeast of me) got 7. On Sat, Feb 14, 2009 at 4:59

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap failures, and rites of passage

the same way, you have the skills needed to do repairs on your MB[s]. Follow my drift? Luther Wonko the Sane wrote: One reason I am so mechanically retarded compared to some of you is that I taught my father how to change spark plugs when I was in college. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark

Re: [MBZ] OM617 leaking oil from cooler lines

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Re: [MBZ] OM617 leaking oil from cooler lines

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Re: [MBZ] OM617 leaking oil from cooler lines

RR the motor mounts, motor shocks, AND the filter base seal. Also, change the oil during this project. That will make the messy part of this project less cleaner. Luther Allan Streib wrote: On Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:41:54 -0800 (PST), Christopher McCann xtofer1...@yahoo.com said: http

Re: [MBZ] OM617 leaking oil from cooler lines

It's a lot less of a pain if you remove the Motor mount arm (4 large nuts) and already have the oil cooler hoses out of the way. Luther Christopher McCann wrote: filter base seal = oil filter housing gasket? FIVE (yes, they're there) allen head cap bolts. That was a pain. Chris '85 300SD

[MBZ] skunks

the skunks are either groggy or suicidal from the depression of sleeping for 3 months. There are way T many dead on the road. -- -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (281,xxx mi) '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (183 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor

Re: [MBZ] IowaQ 2009

What did you call the last event then? z Wonko the Sane wrote: An Iowa tofu event. On Tue, Feb 10, 2009 at 9:40 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Is this an Iowa weenie roaster or an Okie weenie roaster? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For

Re: [MBZ] Keep getting gelled

i.e. a medium or large truck stop, Love's, Pilot, Petro, T/A, Flying J, etc... Luther John Robbins wrote: Allan Streib wrote: I wonder if, to improve lubrication of ULSD, adding a small amount of 2-stroke oil would have benefits? How long have all of us been driving on ULSD? Personally

Re: [MBZ] Wastegate hose

Silicone will handle the extreme heat much better than rubber. Luther Fmiser wrote: The wastegate hose on my '85 OM617 was falling apart. I was 700 miles (1100 km) from home, so I bought some 3/8 hose at a FLAP. I see that Rusty has one that claims silicone. Is it worth replacing the rubber

Re: [MBZ] Testing Fourescent tubes

Is the end of the bulb black? That's a telltale sign that the bulb is bad. If the bulbs appear to be normal, just dim, it's probably a weak ballast. Luther LarryT wrote: Howdy - Is it possible to test flourescent bulbs without a lighting fixture? Problem is, I am trying to deterine

Re: [MBZ] Turbo Care

Where would you suggest buying a exhaust gas pyrometer? Luther Loren Faeth wrote: When driving a turbo, or any Diesel for that matter, it is best to drive sedately until it is fully warmed up (normal oil temp, not water temp) that is under 1/2, 2/3 or 3/4 throttle depending on how many

Re: [MBZ] OT: Employment; Was: SAC

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Re: [MBZ] OT - shirtsleeve weather

I played tennis in shorts and a short sleeve shirt. If it would have been sunny, I would have broken a sweat too. Luther Wonko the Sane wrote: Was in Iowa, too. I worked outside all day (waxed the pickup) in just a short sleeve polo shirt (plus pants and shoes, of course). I think

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