Re: [MBZ] archives

2007-08-01 Thread Luther
to my mobility scooter recharging system? Wilton -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine

Re: [MBZ] Minneapolis bridge collapse

2007-08-01 Thread Luther
no, but my Grandpa and Grandma live there, along with several step-relatives. On Wed, 01 Aug 2007 21:34:55 -0500, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don't we have some list members in the Twin Cities? I hope none of them were affected by the collapse of I-35W. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark

Re: [MBZ] archives

2007-08-02 Thread Luther
Ok, from http://www.okiebenz.com/ how do I get there? :) Luther On Thu, 02 Aug 2007 09:56:42 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ Luther wrote: Speaking of archives...what's up with the searchable archives? I can't find a link

Re: [MBZ] archives

2007-08-02 Thread Luther
Sometimes you have to lead Kaleb by the hand like a 2 year old Luther On Thu, 02 Aug 2007 12:13:25 -0500, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: There is not a link from the main page. I think that was his point. ;) -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87

[MBZ] CL

2007-08-05 Thread Luther
Ok Craigslist nuts, how can one search multiple cities at the sametime on CL? I know it's been discussed before TIA all. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor

Re: [MBZ] GM 6.5L Diesel

2007-08-07 Thread Luther
My work buddy's '06 1 ton/dually Dodge/Cummins with 6speed will do 24 in town and 28 on the road when empty. Beats your Durifeces hands down. Blows the socks off of a Flowerchoke also. It's for sale if you need a REAL truck :D Luther On Tue, 07 Aug 2007 09:33:38 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin

[MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help

2007-08-08 Thread Luther
-- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help

2007-08-08 Thread Luther
anyone provide me a picture that will help me find the missing bracket? TIA all. The general area http://www.gulseth.net/photos/exhaust_area.jpg The missing bracket http://www.gulseth.net/photos/Missing_bracket.jpg -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head

Re: [MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help

2007-08-08 Thread Luther
. On 8/8/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've misplaced the bracket that mounts from the turbo to the trap. Can anyone provide me a picture that will help me find the missing bracket? TIA all. The general area http://www.gulseth.net/photos/exhaust_area.jpg The missing bracket

Re: [MBZ] need OM603 exhaust braket help

2007-08-08 Thread Luther
provide me a picture that will help me find the missing bracket? TIA all. The general area http://www.gulseth.net/photos/exhaust_area.jpg The missing bracket http://www.gulseth.net/photos/Missing_bracket.jpg -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head

[MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation

2007-08-09 Thread Luther
, and second time tightening the left bolt, then the right. Yes, I am tightening all 8 bolts 1 turn before going through the sequence again. I've been working on it nearly 2 hours this morning and cannot get it to hold TDC. Advice? TIA all. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation

2007-08-09 Thread Luther
How do you move the camshaft around? I tried that the first time I tightened it down, and couldn't budge it. ? Luther On Thu, 09 Aug 2007 12:52:22 -0500, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Are you tightening everything down before fastening the cam gear (you should be)? If so

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation-success!

2007-08-09 Thread Luther
I'm sure I wasn't off by a tooth since I had lightly scribed marks on the cam sprocket and chain right at TDC. Tom's suggestion of using the cam sprocket to move the camshaft worked. Cam is on and I can continue on with the reassembly. Thanks for the help. Luther On Thu, 09 Aug 2007 13:15:21

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation-success!

2007-08-09 Thread Luther
damage. If you fire up and hear a squeal you;re screwed. Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . -- Luther

[MBZ] antique Dayton 1500 air compressor rebuild

2007-08-09 Thread Luther
. Is this about right for a 7cfm compressor? Or should I take it to Grainger and see if they can match the valves and rings? TIA all. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation-success!

2007-08-09 Thread Luther
I've got a good portion of a quart on the cam/bearings etc and will dump more on as I crank the engine over by hand. Then I'll start it. Will also do a dry start for oil pressure. Luther On Thu, 09 Aug 2007 20:35:32 -0500, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You must follow the directions

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation-success!

2007-08-10 Thread Luther
the rest of the day away. Luther On Fri, 10 Aug 2007 08:26:59 -0500, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sounds like a great plan for a safe startup. ;-) Just be sure there's no excess lubricants that can clog the passageways. It's amazing how small an amount will stop the flow - Larry T (67

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation-success!

2007-08-10 Thread Luther
I was attempting to turn the engine over by the crank with a 27mm socket and ratchet. Make any difference? :) Luther On Fri, 10 Aug 2007 11:29:33 -0500, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You will not be able to easily turn the cam over by hand because of the pressures being applied

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation-success!

2007-08-10 Thread Luther
Sure, but it's how I set the valves on my OM617s AND how I set this engine to TDC before I removed the old head. It does take effort, but not enough that it can't be done. Luther On Fri, 10 Aug 2007 14:34:54 -0500, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dave beat me to the answer. You

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation-success!

2007-08-11 Thread Luther
I'm going to take it off and put it back on with lube. If I do it right, and there's still an issue, I have bigger problems. This is my first head RR. All I'm doing is following the manual word for word. Hasn't been tough until this point. Luther On Sat, 11 Aug 2007 07:06:48 -0500, LarryT

Re: [MBZ] OM603 camshaft installation-success!

2007-08-11 Thread Luther
Chain guide was never removed, always stayed on the chain. Luther On Sat, 11 Aug 2007 15:10:59 -0500, Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chain guide go in OK between cam sprocket and injection timer? As I remember, it's possible to get that one in upsidedown, in which case the chain

Re: [MBZ] OT Linux distro downloads

2007-08-12 Thread Luther
If you're nice, one of us with DSL (Don, myself, etc) will download your distro's of choice and mail them to you. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85

Re: [MBZ] thoughts on diesel clatter

2007-08-12 Thread Luther
with age and cause the timing to change. This is simple physics folks, you can't break/bend the law. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts

Re: [MBZ] thoughts on diesel clatter

2007-08-13 Thread Luther
Please explain why a rough running diesel can be diagnosed as weak injectors with different pop pressures. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D

Re: [MBZ] Where is the ACC temp sensor? W124

2007-08-14 Thread Luther
I don't have my W124 CD... so where is the sensor? I think it is in the overhead light, but I'm not for sure. Is this as simple as replacing a foam hose like on the older cars or is there something else? Thanks!! John -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case

Re: [MBZ] Speedo accuracy

2007-08-16 Thread Luther
I've noticed that my 123 will always get hit, but my 126s wouldn't. I checked many a time late at night. I'd make sure there wasn't anyone within 1/2 mile either direction, then drive by it at various speeds. Never would it register me in the 126, always in the 123. Wierd. Luther On Thu

Re: [MBZ] Not in Kansas anymore ....

2007-08-17 Thread Luther
Amen. Ohio is NOT Midwest like most everyone thinks. They do call Arkansas MidSouth. Luther On Fri, 17 Aug 2007 15:45:24 -0500, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Curt wrote: I was thinking the same thing but then I remembered, I've been to the midwest twice and HATED it both times. I

Re: [MBZ] Was: RAMBO ... Now: Mobil 1

2007-08-17 Thread Luther
Turbo Diesel Truck 5W-40 On Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:45:24 -0500, Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What weight of Mobil 1 should I use in my 240D? -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74

Re: [MBZ] [way off topic]now handguns the law the freaks who love guns

2007-08-17 Thread Luther
ROFLMAO!!! This is the first post in this saga that I have read to the end. Thanks for a good laugh! Luther On Fri, 17 Aug 2007 20:56:22 -0500, Hendrik [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You would be well advised not to read my posts if you don't have a sense of humor and a strong stomach. After

Re: [MBZ] Was: RAMBO ... Now: Mobil 1

2007-08-17 Thread Luther
No, but it may DECREASE the SIZE of your penis! Luther On Fri, 17 Aug 2007 21:05:02 -0500, Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Will using Truck hurt my radio? On 8/17/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Turbo Diesel Truck 5W-40 On Fri, 17 Aug 2007 19:45:24 -0500, Wonko the Sane

Re: [MBZ] Was: RAMBO ... Now: Mobil 1

2007-08-18 Thread Luther
. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine Quoting Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Luther wrote: Turbo Diesel Truck

[MBZ] Aussie Senator

2007-08-20 Thread Luther
The stupidity of this Senator is hilarious! Round and round that the front fell off. Silly bloke! http://www.break.com/index/the-front-fell-off.html -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D

Re: [MBZ] severe crack

2007-08-20 Thread Luther
No pictures of the engine? Impressive. On Mon, 20 Aug 2007 18:58:31 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-S-Class-1987-Mercedes-Benz-300-SDL_W0QQitemZ330157868810QQihZ014QQcategoryZ6336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Luther

Re: [MBZ] CL 190D 5speed in AZ

2007-08-21 Thread Luther
Kaleb, up for a road trip and repair?? I'm off Thurs-Sat. On Mon, 20 Aug 2007 21:39:37 -0500, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What do you reckon is wrong with this? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/400626863.html Bob R -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272

Re: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage

2007-08-21 Thread Luther
this would specifically work, it's just a bit of general detective work. You need valve seals or guides AND seals. Marshall -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine

Re: [MBZ] Can backing up a hill cause oil drinkage

2007-08-21 Thread Luther
Bad enough is being able to wiggle 3 of the stems back and forth by hand? On Tue, 21 Aug 2007 09:50:47 -0500, Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Luther wrote: How much oil useage can worn valve guides cause? As much oil as you've got when it gets bad enough! Marshall -- Luther

Re: [MBZ] Mail client

2007-08-22 Thread Luther
*SNORT, SPIT, COUGH, COUGH* Damnit, you made me choke on my lunch! -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine

Re: [MBZ] instuction for hooking up Alpine cd changer 91-93 models, ATTN Larry

2007-08-22 Thread Luther
Ah, the main reason I will never own an Alpine. They do not support anything older than 3 years on their website. Not very helpful to the DIY person.. Luther On Wed, 22 Aug 2007 09:21:51 -0500, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Kaleb, My Alpine Changer is up and running perfectly. I

Re: [MBZ] wacho the insane needs this for his 240D

2007-08-23 Thread Luther
to the altitude compensator so you can make black clouds on demand. Tailgaters hate that. Or go over a rough railroad crossing at 3x reasonable speed. Your 123 won't mind, but their car will. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD

Re: [MBZ] 603 ALDA tweaking and fuel economy

2007-08-23 Thread Luther
rebuilt by Bosch, I was told. Luther On Thu, 23 Aug 2007 14:12:07 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bought them from Rusty, whatever he sells. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 PP Supervisor - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Self-leveler on a W123 sedan?

2007-08-23 Thread Luther
I wish. On Thu, 23 Aug 2007 14:06:51 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have never seen a 123 coupe with it. Luther? Does yours have it? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 PP Supervisor - Original Message - From: Michael [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] OT: Wheaton Van Lines

2007-08-24 Thread Luther
, and the little stuff in boxes, and small appliances that are easy to move you can put on a uhaul or in a truck yourself. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85

Re: [MBZ] O/T Router

2007-08-24 Thread Luther
http://www.usr.com/products/networking/wireless-product.asp?sku=USR5461 I just snagged one of these tonight for the sole reason that it can function as a wireless bridge. Currently has a $20 rebate from USR. Luther On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 21:46:23 -0500, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I second

Re: [MBZ] O/T Router

2007-08-25 Thread Luther
?). If you like Linksys, http://www.linksys.com/servlet/Satellite?c=L_Product_C1childpagename=US%2FLayoutcid=1118334712699pagename=Linksys%2FCommon%2FVisitorWrapperlid=1269977241L11 Luther On Sat, 25 Aug 2007 03:52:01 -0500, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Can pickup my neighbors broadband from

Re: [MBZ] O/T Router

2007-08-25 Thread Luther
Router or wireless access point, that cannot be conveniently connected using Ethernet cabling. An example of this type of situation would be two homes that want to share network resources without running cabling through their yards. quoted from the manual for the 5461 I just ordered. -- Luther

Re: [MBZ] O/T Router

2007-08-25 Thread Luther
Here's what I made. http://www.gulseth.net/wifi/index.html Luther On Sat, 25 Aug 2007 09:17:11 -0500, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: archer wrote: It would be great if you can get the details, Dan. Sounds like the small DirectTV dish might work at 200'. Those are plentiful

Re: [MBZ] O/T Router

2007-08-25 Thread Luther
Sure, if you want to pay the premium that Apple products command. Luther On Sat, 25 Aug 2007 09:44:18 -0500, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Apple AirPort has done bridging since it was introduced. You could also use an AirPort Express to do it, too. MacDan -- Luther KB5QHU

Re: [MBZ] O/T Router

2007-08-25 Thread Luther
Parabolic shape with the antenna at the focal point. I'm using the same shape for my solar veg oil heater. Luther On Sat, 25 Aug 2007 10:10:27 -0500, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Clever! Is that a special curve? Looks like a plywood base plus aluminum valley reflector? Gerry

Re: [MBZ] O/T Router

2007-08-25 Thread Luther
http://www.gulseth.net/solar/ Luther On Sat, 25 Aug 2007 10:36:29 -0500, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Got a picture of the veg oil heater? Gerry Parabolic shape with the antenna at the focal point. I'm using the same shape for my

Re: [MBZ] O/T Router

2007-08-25 Thread Luther
Negative. It will be sloped N/S. Only gravity flow to allow any vapor to travel up away from clean warm product. It will also be used to reclaim methanol. Luther On Sat, 25 Aug 2007 20:28:58 -0500, archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So you mount it east-west and change the tilt according

Re: [MBZ] O/T Router

2007-08-26 Thread Luther
Though I'm starting to think twice about that. I may redesign it for E/W with the drain end a bit lower Luther On Sat, 25 Aug 2007 21:12:30 -0500, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Negative. It will be sloped N/S. Only gravity flow to allow any vapor to travel up away from clean

Re: [MBZ] Airport Express

2007-08-26 Thread Luther
Anything illegal that happens in your unsecured internet connection is your responsibility. They can charge you for anything that happens, and I didn't know isn't a defense. Luther On Sun, 26 Aug 2007 10:36:32 -0500, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If you live in an urban or suburban area

Re: [MBZ] Craigs list all over

2007-08-28 Thread Luther
sweet! On Tue, 28 Aug 2007 08:45:41 -0500, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.crazedlist.org/ Someone was asking about this a week or two ago --R -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82

Re: [MBZ] wanna see a tornado storm?

2007-08-29 Thread Luther
Click on Jefferson, click on Time Lapses, set the date to 28th, set the time to 7pm or so, click Gen Loop. Watch. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold

[MBZ] carfax needed

2007-08-30 Thread Luther
1G2NE52F32C157114 Thanks. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ http

Re: [MBZ] '85 300CD battery question

2007-08-30 Thread Luther
WOW, I can RR a 123 battery in less than 10 mins. I much prefer the pull out drop in of the 126. Remove the air cleaner. Have new rubber air cleaner mounts handy if yours are bad. Luther On Thu, 30 Aug 2007 18:46:37 -0500, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Pull off the long

Re: [MBZ] '85 300CD battery question

2007-08-31 Thread Luther
it's identical. Kaleb, can you get it out without removing the air cleaner? Luther On Fri, 31 Aug 2007 13:58:50 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The engine bay should be the same as any other 123 isnt it? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor

Re: [MBZ] '85 300CD battery question

2007-08-31 Thread Luther
tell you that as a FACT. On 8/31/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: it's identical. Kaleb, can you get it out without removing the air cleaner? Luther On Fri, 31 Aug 2007 13:58:50 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The engine bay should be the same as any other

Re: [MBZ] Sleeper 300CD and the forces of evil

2008-02-10 Thread Luther
The second Leia is MUCH better looking. Naturally gorgeous. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm204/ Luther, preferring brunettes over blondes On Sun, 10 Feb 2008 18:29:54 -0600, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Uh, dude, have you seen her lately? Aside from the age since then, she has

Re: [MBZ] Sleeper 300CD and the forces of evil

2008-02-11 Thread Luther
Oops. She's still gorgeous On Sun, 10 Feb 2008 20:33:46 -0600, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Luther wrote: The second Leia is MUCH better looking. Naturally gorgeous. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm204/ Portman wasn't a 2nd Leia, she's Luke and Leia's mother. Fisher wasn't bad

Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?

2008-02-11 Thread Luther
You should take the potential money lost out of his check until he complies with your wishes! Luther On Mon, 11 Feb 2008 13:39:38 -0600, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have asked Gary a few hundred times to do that. If you look at our site now and click on more parts at better

Re: [MBZ] Sleeper 300CD and the forces of evil

2008-02-11 Thread Luther
Got a zoom lense? :) Luther On Sun, 10 Feb 2008 21:48:13 -0600, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Sun, 10 Feb 2008 21:33:46 -0500 Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Luther wrote: The second Leia is MUCH better looking. Naturally gorgeous. http://www.imdb.com/name

[MBZ] Electile Dysfunction

2008-02-12 Thread Luther
Electile Dysfunction: the inability to become aroused over any of the choices for president put forth by either party in the 2008 election year. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (176 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi

Re: [MBZ] OT: Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash

2008-02-12 Thread Luther
DO IT! Sky diving is the biggest rush that you'll ever experience. There's nothing like free falling at high speed then the huge deceleration when you pull the cord. Then a nice relaxing float under the canopy.... There's more to this description, but it's banned rated. Luther On Tue

Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-17 Thread Luther
Or by cranking the engine so each cylinder is at TDC when you work on it's valves. Valve stem seals are very sensitive and a pain-staking process, don't ask me how I know Luther On Sun, 17 Feb 2008 18:50:49 -0600, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Bob, An engine that smokes after

Re: [MBZ] Whoa look at the price of fuel

2008-02-22 Thread Luther
At my 29 years, I've seen gas as low as $0.69 during the mid to late 90s. Luther On Thu, 21 Feb 2008 08:29:19 -0600, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Alan wrote: Lowest price I clearly remember as a kid was $0.79/gal for regular. As recently as the mid 1990s I could buy gas for $0.97

Re: [MBZ] OT: The eco debate

2008-02-22 Thread Luther
. Snook -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] OT: The eco debate

2008-02-22 Thread Luther
OH NO! THE ICE AGE IS COMING!! :) Luther On Fri, 22 Feb 2008 22:45:41 -0600, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Fri, 22 Feb 2008 22:34:04 -0600 Jeff Zedic [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Southern ice caps are growing?? Can you send me a link to that? The last I saw

[MBZ] Fw: Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?

2008-02-23 Thread Luther
My name's on the list, where's yours?? -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (176 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine Quoting Rusty Cullens [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Tool shopping, was Sears

2008-02-24 Thread Luther
Try Armstrong tools. Quality tools 100% USA made. http://www.armstrongtools.com/ Luther On Sun, 24 Feb 2008 10:51:32 -0600, tom savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 95% of my tools are Craftsman. Some are older than I am and are just great. Some are much newer - the screwdriver shafts rust

Re: [MBZ] somebody should buy this

2008-02-24 Thread Luther
So get on it, that's an extra bedroom. Luther On Sun, 24 Feb 2008 19:39:18 -0600, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://mobile.craigslist.org/rvs/582152211.html -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Problems Spreadsheet

2008-02-25 Thread Luther
A newbe will not know what body style they have, only the year and badge. The spreadsheet will be more simple when sorted by body/engine, but less useful to someone just learning all about our wonderful Mercedes. Luther On Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:24:44 -0600, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Problems Spreadsheet

2008-02-25 Thread Luther
absolutely. Luther On Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:11:50 -0600, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Luther, So are you saying year and badge should be the primary sort? I think you're right though - people who are new to MBs will know little of engine #s and even chassis' numbers - and old hands

Re: [MBZ] Holy COW!

2008-02-25 Thread Luther
Don't buy it! It's got nasty GREEN antifreeze! Luther On Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:42:32 -0600, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: WOW! Look at this car. 33K miles. Price is too high, but man this is a nice car. http://tinyurl.com/2dbjqw Donald H. Snook http://www.mtsqh.com

Re: [MBZ] Beautiful rodbender

2008-02-25 Thread Luther
I think that's too new for a rodbender Luther On Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:48:32 -0600, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nice car - no affiliation http://tinyurl.com/23t67o Donald H. Snook http://www.mtsqh.com/ -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case

Re: [MBZ] 84 126 diesel mileage

2008-02-25 Thread Luther
My '83 was usually above 25 and I saw it as high as 29. Most of it's life with me was spent with veg oil mix, so I didn't check mileage except to know that I was making more than 100mpg on diesel :) Luther On Mon, 25 Feb 2008 12:37:59 -0600, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What kind

Re: [MBZ] OT: The eco debate

2008-02-25 Thread Luther
more than 0.001% of the total time that the earth has been around. I'm sorry, but 0.001% is WAY too small of a sampling to draw any conclusions, let alone enough to be accurate. Luther, dreaming of a self-sufficient and off-grid life, solar, wind, geo-thermal, hydro. On Mon, 25 Feb 2008 08:19:58

Re: [MBZ] OT: The eco debate

2008-02-27 Thread Luther
Oh my, why did we not meet durin IowaQ? I LOVE IT. Luther On Mon, 25 Feb 2008 23:18:59 -0600, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That won't stop albore and his wacko friends. They will just run around saying we caused the global freeze and that we must be taxed and regulated to death

Re: [MBZ] OT LCD Displays

2008-02-29 Thread Luther
the individual pixel can turn on and off). The lower the number, the less Haley's Comet trail you will see on the screen. Luther On Fri, 29 Feb 2008 11:51:18 -0600, Frederick W Moir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Curt, John, Clay and Rich. Ta very much! It looks like Samsung is going to get some of my

Re: [MBZ] Rusty?

2008-03-03 Thread Luther
That'd be like taking candy from a 2 year old girl. Do you feel comfortable with that??? Luther, shot +31 last Monday On Sat, 01 Mar 2008 10:26:08 -0600, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's why I would go. I'd take Luther there and kick his arse for money. Bob R

Re: [MBZ] 190D status

2008-03-03 Thread Luther
I have the MB timing tool in my posession Luther On Mon, 03 Mar 2008 10:01:24 -0600, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jim Cathey wrote: Heartbreak. The engine runs OK, but idles rough and blows a lot of white smoke. Could the timing be off? Clogged injectors? I revved it a fair

Re: [MBZ] OT, Toyota problem

2008-03-04 Thread Luther
to receive coolant. Make sure you have the system bled completely. Luther On Tue, 04 Mar 2008 11:02:14 -0600, Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Let me add some info, I wasn't expecting such a good response, thanks. I was flushing the cooling system and had both radiator hoses, both heater hoses

Re: [MBZ] OT:wireless broadband

2008-03-05 Thread Luther
Try a different SMTP port...I have to use 1025 or 587. Try Googling your email provider and SMTP port. Luther On Tue, 04 Mar 2008 22:02:15 -0600, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For those of us who don't like long range dial-up (26.4k max for me), can't get DSL or cable, and are scared

Re: [MBZ] OT:wireless broadband

2008-03-07 Thread Luther
My ISP blocks port 25 and I use port 1025. Works fine for me. Luther On Wed, 05 Mar 2008 06:29:57 -0600, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Luther wrote: Try a different SMTP port...I have to use 1025 or 587. Try Googling your email provider and SMTP port. I don't think that will get

[MBZ] Fwd: AGM Batteries

2008-03-10 Thread Luther
represent those of the company. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ http

Re: [MBZ] O.T. PHX CL Touareg TDI

2008-03-10 Thread Luther
V10 diesel power. Nice. Luther On Mon, 10 Mar 2008 12:19:19 -0600, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jesus, Mary and Joseph! http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/601504218.html Bob R. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Oil Lines OM 617.951 in 85 300SD

2008-03-10 Thread Luther
of the way, tighten the oil filter base allen bolts. This will save you from having to do that again later if a leak develops. Luther On Mon, 10 Mar 2008 13:45:26 -0600, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Did you have any issues with the threads? I am assuming not since you did not say

[MBZ] SDL RUNS!

2008-03-10 Thread Luther
. Now, I need to fix the transmission fluid leak. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine

[MBZ] '86 SDL tranny leak

2008-03-10 Thread Luther
My transmission is leaking from around the output shaft. Can someone provide me with hints and tricks for RRing the output shaft seal? TIA all. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi

Re: [MBZ] '86 SDL tranny leak

2008-03-10 Thread Luther
Can it be done in car? Luther On Mon, 10 Mar 2008 18:45:13 -0600, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My transmission is leaking from around the output shaft. Can someone provide me with hints and tricks for RRing the output shaft seal? TIA all. You need whatever socket removes

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Oil Lines OM 617.951 in 85 300SD

2008-03-10 Thread Luther
Burned twice shame on you? Luther On Mon, 10 Mar 2008 18:48:34 -0600, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Having had a jack slip and puncture the oil pan (I know it's been done many times without incident), I'd use an engine lift instead of the jack I haven't done it on a W126. If I

Re: [MBZ] '86 SDL tranny leak

2008-03-10 Thread Luther
Er, can it be done with the transmission in car? On Mon, 10 Mar 2008 20:48:56 -0600, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Can it be done in car? Luther On Mon, 10 Mar 2008 18:45:13 -0600, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My transmission is leaking from around the output shaft. Can

Re: [MBZ] '86 SDL tranny leak

2008-03-10 Thread Luther
http://www.samstagsales.com/mercedes.htm#transmission 41mm 6 point socket? Luther On Mon, 10 Mar 2008 18:45:13 -0600, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My transmission is leaking from around the output shaft. Can someone provide me with hints and tricks for RRing the output shaft seal

Re: [MBZ] Antenna success

2008-03-12 Thread Luther
Shoot Deoxit into the antenna as it moves up and down. It will self-clean any corrosion, lubricate the mechanism, and increase your reception. BTDT on 3 different antennas. It even helps against freezing in place :) Luther On Wed, 12 Mar 2008 10:18:12 -0600, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] limited slip in 560SEL into 300SD/Won't interchange!

2008-03-13 Thread Luther
You could swap in the whole rear suspension without the self-leveling parts. Luther On Wed, 12 Mar 2008 19:07:53 -0600, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What about swapping in the whole rear suspension? - Oh yeah, the hydraulic self leveling stuff On Wed, Mar 12, 2008 at 8:11 AM

Re: [MBZ] Quick OT Internet Speed Question

2008-03-13 Thread Luther
I watch shows on abc using my neighbors shared cable connection via a 300' wireless connection. Once and a while I cannot watch in HD, but most of the time it will load. Luther On Thu, 13 Mar 2008 06:19:22 -0600, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Okay. Good info. Let me just ask

Re: [MBZ] Performance Diesel Mercedes

2008-03-13 Thread Luther
think 400HP OM603 daily driver *drool* My dream car is an early '90s 124 coupe, manual 5 speed, full AMG suspension and body, and intercooled OM603. OILBOOST could be the tag name. Luther On Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:08:42 -0600, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: R A Bennell wrote: I

Re: [MBZ] limited slip in 560SEL into 300SD/Won't interchange!

2008-03-13 Thread Luther
What year and what color interior?? Luther On Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:16:05 -0600, Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thought about that. There is a nice 560SEL at PNP right now...need to take a good look at it with Buddy Charlie to see what I'd be getting into. Will keep y'all

Re: [MBZ] limited slip in 560SEL into 300SD/Won't interchange!

2008-03-13 Thread Luther
A wrecked/blown engine '90-91 560SEL with a good grey interior. Luther On Thu, 13 Mar 2008 13:30:36 -0600, Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: don't know, haven't seen it - buddy charlie has. I'll be there this saturday. Are you looking for anything in particular? FYI

Re: [MBZ] limited slip in 560SEL into 300SD/Won't interchange!

2008-03-14 Thread Luther
Serious? We need to talk then. On Thu, 13 Mar 2008 17:52:38 -0600, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have something like that Luther wrote: A wrecked/blown engine '90-91 560SEL with a good grey interior. Luther On Thu, 13 Mar 2008 13:30:36 -0600, Christopher McCann [EMAIL

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