Re: [MBZ] going Veggie

YOU GO BOY!!! On Wed, 24 Aug 2005 21:42:24 -0500, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Just talked to Debbie's brother on MSN. He has taken an interest in WVO & my Benz. Says he thinks he has all of the necessary parts to install a 2nd tank in my trunk, has an electric fuel pump he will donate,

Re: [MBZ] OT: Nice Car For Sale - How Much?

chop the damn C off it and we'll negotiate. On Wed, 24 Aug 2005 22:28:54 -0500, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I've got a '78 SLC -- If I'm not as thrilled with it as I expect to be after the new engine is out in I might be up for a trade -- - On 8/24/05, Luther

[MBZ] WVO-diesel mix project

This past weekend, we took a trip to Minnesota running on about 70% vegoil. 70% was a bit much for the 50degree mornings in the Twin Cities, but it made it fine with extra glow time. We took about 35 gallons of oil along for the trip. We purchased 32.942 gallons of diesel on the trip and dr

Re: [MBZ] Topsider (where to buy, what to get)

I have an old helium tank (small party size) that I drilled out the fill plug and installed a brass barb with JB Weld around it for the oil tube, and installed another brass barb fitting for the suction side attached to the shop vac.  Pretty simple.  I used 5/8" outside diameter nylon reinforced

Re: [MBZ] WVO-diesel mix project

Ok all, if you want pictures, you'll have to be nice. The "digital" camera I have isn't the greatest...right Kaleb? On Thu, 25 Aug 2005 20:33:52 -0500, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I'd like to see the pictures also -- On 8/25/05, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I am about to make that

Re: [MBZ] going Veggie

WHOA!!! I DID NOT POST $0.05/gal! I posted $0.05/mile!!! HUGE DIFFERENCE I estimate the WVO costs me $0.50/gal (this includes pickup/filtering/piping/pumping/etc) On Thu, 25 Aug 2005 20:51:38 -0500, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Let's see -- Luther pos

[MBZ] I had a clogged fuel tank strainer today.....

on my '83 300SD from dirty WVO...or so I thought. Removed both fuel lines under the tank; DRIP, DRIP, DRIP, DRIP.WTF? So I pulled the strainer out, had a pan and everything ready for a gush of fuel, and..NOTHING! My damn fuel guage is not working, no reserve light. Damn thin

Re: [MBZ] Is the list up?

Sounds like your ISP is putting the shaft to you. On Sun, 28 Aug 2005 20:49:10 -0500, Robert Massmann <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: It may be a slow day, but I just tried to resubscribe to the diesel list and got a response back that I was already a list member. The last email that I re

[MBZ] the current MB diesel engines...

http://www.germancarfans.com/news.cfm/newsid/2050303.010/mercedes/1.html I'm drooling over the SL and SLK... -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (Slate grey, black MBTex, WVO/D mix) '82 300D '90 300E (both parts or can run??)

Re: [MBZ] I had a clogged fuel tank strainer today.....

Chris, you missed the whole point of my post.NOTHING WAS WRONG cept being out of fuelARGH!!! Luther -Original Message- From: Christopher McCann <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Aug 29, 2005 9:52 AM To: Mercedes mailing list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [MBZ] I had a clogged f

Re: [MBZ] [Banned] the current MB diesel engines...

if you wish to make such a damning statement, please provide data to backup your bold statement. If you have no data, please keep quiet! On Mon, 29 Aug 2005 03:25:40 -0500, nick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: - Original Message - From: "Luther Gulseth" <[EMAIL PROTEC

Re: [MBZ] My MB is bigger - was gun post (car only guys delete)

So, what are you gonna trade me for the 300E? On Mon, 29 Aug 2005 20:03:10 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: No, they are all still here, I also have more ex-benzes too probably LT Don wrote: That is like saying you have more ex-wives than anyone else. On 8/29/05, K

Re: [MBZ] My MB is bigger - was gun post (car only guys delete)

ok On Mon, 29 Aug 2005 21:13:06 -0500, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Regina's friend. On 8/29/05, Luther Gulseth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: So, what are you gonna trade me for the 300E? On Mon, 29 Aug 2005 20:03:10 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAI

Re: [MBZ] Opera

Because Opera is a superior product, with excellent tech support that you can buy for less than 1/2 tank of fuel! On Tue, 30 Aug 2005 20:30:23 -0500, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: With apologies to Luther ... why would I want to when Thunderbird is free 365 days of the week? On 8/30/05,

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Price Info Pls......

Chuck, stop at Pilot in Roland OK, I-40 Ex 325. If you cross into Arkansas, the prices go up. -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (Slate grey, black MBTex, WVO/D mix) '82 300D '90 300E (both parts or can run??)

Re: [MBZ] biodiesel from Chris

This is why you use gloves, an apron, and a breather. All can be had from your local store at a minimal cost vs health concerns. The other option is using Ethanol. Would you rather: 1. make/Buy and install a kit once and then simply collect and filter oil OR 2. make/buy a reactor once, collec

Re: [MBZ] test

miserably! On Fri, 02 Sep 2005 20:20:12 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I failed -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (Slate grey, black MBTex, WVO/D mix) '82 300D '90 300E (both parts or can run??)

[MBZ] OT-video camera

I'm in the market for a good digital video camera. I don't want to break a budget, but would like a good quality camera, reliable, still shot feature, firewire output. What are good brands/models to look at? TIA all. -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix)

[MBZ] trans leak

my '83 SD has been eating trans fluidseems to be about 1/2 pint every 1000 miles, maybe more, I'm not sure. WHare are the possible locations for the leak? My pan gasket looks clean so I'm clueless about where to look now. Are there common leak points on these trans? TIA all, -- Luth

Re: [MBZ] a question for LT don and other 240D drivers

You do to have 115 body parts.you just have to come get them.DUH! On Tue, 06 Sep 2005 18:57:43 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Actually I dont have any early 115 body parts. Plenty of later ones though. -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily runnin

Re: [MBZ] a question for LT don and other 240D drivers

what do I know about 115? On Wed, 07 Sep 2005 09:10:06 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: the early 115's are different than the later ones, the hood, grille, fenders, bumpers are different. Luther Gulseth wrote: You do to have 115 body parts.you just have

Re: [MBZ] Linux

To be a true Linux discussion..you should run it on a Linux server. LT? GET YOUR BUTT IN GEAR!! On Thu, 08 Sep 2005 21:30:53 -0500, John Robbins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I'm in. LT Don wrote: How many folks would support and participate in a Linux discussion email group? Kleb w

Re: [MBZ] Linux

welll, I'll be a monkey's uncle-Kaleb's more resourceful than I thought -Original Message- From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sep 8, 2005 10:52 PM To: Mercedes mailing list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Linux it is run on a linux server Luther KB5QH

Re: [MBZ] Linux

Oh, so give Kaleb less credit than I thought.  Will do.-Original Message- From: LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Sent: Sep 9, 2005 10:36 AM To: Luther Gulseth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, Mercedes mailing list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Subject: Re: [MBZ] Linux Trust me -- Kleb's associa

Re: [MBZ] Navy WTF?

Most any frequency on HF is world wide capable (depending on the mode you use), and most avionics are AM, which has an unlimited range.  If their radio was VHF/UHF, this would have been a different story-limited to 100-150 depending on altitude.  -Original Message- From: LT Don <[EMAIL PR

Re: [MBZ] OT - BPL, was Navy WTF?

SDF DL:FV(#UV#*&%#$% VR(*B E*&&V#NR)(*ER *bites tongue* if it get's approved, I'm going mobile at 1kw and shutting down ALL their BPL!!! On Fri, 09 Sep 2005 21:19:35 -0500, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Oh boy! A new OT topic. BPL - Don;t get me started! If BPL (broadband over powerl

Re: [MBZ] OT - BPL, was Navy WTF?

Wait, who am I fooling. BPL will never make it to podunk Ark. Costs too much, and everyone's spread out too much. On Fri, 09 Sep 2005 21:55:22 -0500, Luther Gulseth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: SDF DL:FV(#UV#*&%#$% VR(*B E*&&V#NR)(*ER *bites tongue* if it get'

Re: [MBZ] OT - BPL, was Navy WTF?

BPL to the rural communities? It requires a repeater every physical mile of wire. That wouldn't work well in the boondocks of OK, IA, AR, KS, WY, ... On Fri, 09 Sep 2005 21:59:31 -0500, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: You can't even get Broadband down there. On 9/9/

Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car

BZT, he doesn't own ALL the close ones. I'm still getting GREAT deals down here, and they're close enough to make Kaleb drool -Original Message- From: Fmiser <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sep 10, 2005 12:57 AM To: Mercedes mailing list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [MBZ] G

Re: [MBZ] OT - BPL, was Navy WTF?

Basically here it is. The hardware needed is very expensive. For every mile (or so-give or take a few hundred feet) there is an expensive repeater needed. This is very practical in the city, where you can have hundreds of subscribers in 1 mile of wire, try that in rural areas, you might have

Re: [MBZ] OT - BPL, was Navy WTF?

Craig, I know all about that...but didn't think K'lb et all wanted to hear me rant about that.look back a few messages and see my true feelings. Luther -Original Message- From: Craig McCluskey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sep 10, 2005 1:29 PM To: Luther Gulseth &

Re: [MBZ] OT - BPL, was Navy WTF?

I wanted to hear the rant Luther Gulseth wrote: Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running diesel/WVO mix) '82 300CD slate grey, black interior, 152,xxx mi

[MBZ] $30,000 car!

http://tinyurl.com/c2emk FOR CHEAP! hahah, what are they smokin up there? Corn stalk? Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running diesel/WVO mix) '82 300CD slate grey, black interior, 152,xxx mi

Re: [MBZ] OT - BPL, was Navy WTF?

You studyin for your Ham ticket now too? -Original Message- From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sep 10, 2005 2:00 PM To: Mercedes mailing list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - BPL, was Navy WTF? because I am interested in such matters. Luther KB5QHU Alma, A

Re: [MBZ] OT - BPL, was Navy WTF?

Don't worry about that, we can get you high quality equipment in your price range-$100-500 On Sat, 10 Sep 2005 15:02:22 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: well I dont have any radio equipment anyways. OK Don wrote: -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily r

Re: [MBZ] Aluminum blocks, here we go yet again

or me. On Sat, 10 Sep 2005 23:00:31 -0500, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: It's OK - we only pay attention to typos and spelling errors when Kaleb makes them -- -- On 9/10/05, Rory <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: That would be "throughout" -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happi

Re: [MBZ] SOS from a list member

could also be an trany cooler line. Focus on the visual inspection in the morning, then decide what needs to be done. Sleep helps stress tremendously! Luther On Sun, 11 Sep 2005 00:27:16 -0500, Steve MacSween <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: My concern is that it *might* actually be an oil

Re: [MBZ] contact cleaners WAS: SOS - update - Kaleb - got a "front pump" for sale???

Fixed my rheostat on the SD with just one shot into the rheostattill I burned it up and had to rebuild it.but that's a different story (LED light in dash...not worka) On Mon, 12 Sep 2005 21:09:19 -0500, Alex Chamberlain <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: DeOxit is magic. I put it on pre

Re: [MBZ] Daimler Chrysler diesel & hybrid prediction for US market

HELL NO. The damn MB engines are made by Detroit. Cummins makes a MUCH better product. MB makes a (well, this is questionable) kick ass car engine, but that's what's made in the Mother Land. On Tue, 13 Sep 2005 21:01:11 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: yea, I thoug

Re: [MBZ] Diesel priced lower than gasoline around here...

diesel here is back down to $2.55/gal-Original Message- From: "Gabriel S." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sep 14, 2005 2:13 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes mailing list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Subject: Re: [MBZ] Diesel priced lower than gasoline around here... oh screw all of you guys! Luther

Re: [MBZ] Using dead cats as fuel

Chris and Chuck, I've gotta step in now. zwiebel would be pronounced tsveebehl. "Z" is always a "ts" sound. You have your vowels correct, but consonants are lacking some. gutten tag, Luther , over half Deutsch Chuck, Ha! Caught you! I know about IE and EI in German. In your first

[MBZ] swapping trans on 123

The trans on my '82 CD is suspect, so I want to swap the one from my parts '82D into the CD. Are there any issues I need to pay attention to when swapping trans? Any help ya'll can give is great stuff. Love the BTDT's :) TIA all, Luther Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running di

Re: [MBZ] swapping trans on 123

Leaving the engine in place in both cars. On Fri, 23 Sep 2005 18:03:30 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: why would you pull the engine to swap the trans? Ralph W. wrote: Luther, Are you going to drop the trans or pull the engine? Ralph Wasserbaech '83 300CD my car '90

Re: [MBZ] Another reason not to wade in the waters of New Orleans!

That pic has been circulating the internet MUCH longer than this years hurricane season. I'm very sure that it's a salt water croc, and not an alligator. You will rarely see an alligator much longer than 20 feet. This I personally learned from Steve Irwin, when I was visiting the Austral

Re: [MBZ] oh boy, read the auction questions

I noticed the beautiful placement of the MB star On Fri, 23 Sep 2005 22:55:07 -0500, Dave M. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Car? There was a car? -dm -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (Slate grey, black MBTex, WVO/D mix) '82 3

Re: [MBZ] swapping trans on 123

Anyone have any pointers for me? Or is it just that easy and straightforward? On Fri, 23 Sep 2005 20:56:30 -0500, Luther Gulseth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Leaving the engine in place in both cars. On Fri, 23 Sep 2005 18:03:30 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] 123 loose driveshaft

BTDT. Remove the 2 bolts, and the DL. Take a puller to the bearing, drive a new bearing in place, form fit the new bearing carrier in place, put a new seal sleve on. Reinstall D/L. Simple, go to it ya lazy bum. I'm stuck inside now, rain chased me in On Sat, 24 Sep 2005 15:33:50 -0

Re: [MBZ] 123 loose driveshaft

Order the bearing, support, and boot for it. http://tinyurl.com/9ysd3 support http://tinyurl.com/dfoq8 bearing http://tinyurl.com/cqskw boot links to Rusty's site. On Sat, 24 Sep 2005 17:21:58 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: So what all parts do I need to

Re: [MBZ] swapping trans on 123

Not with a fully functioning a/c system. It's staying there. TO Much to disconnect just to remove the damn transsheesh On Sat, 24 Sep 2005 21:09:02 -0500, Ralph W. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: its pretty straight forward, just be sure to unbolt the 6 converter to flywheel bolts first

[MBZ] OT camcorder auctions

3 Panisonic 3CCD camcorders I'm looking at. Anyone have any experience or comments about them? TIA. Luther http://cgi.ebay.com/Panasonic-PV-GS120-3CCD_W0QQitemZ7548783007QQcategoryZ20332QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem http://cgi.ebay.com/Panasonic-PV-GS150-Mini-dv-camcorder-plus-extras_W0QQitemZ7548923

Re: [MBZ] zip test

You failed! On Sun, 25 Sep 2005 15:05:41 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (Slate grey, black MBTex, WVO/D mix) '82 300D '90 300E (both parts or can run??)

Re: [MBZ] test 2

You failedwhen you log in to see the file, it takes you right to the archives. That's worthless if you want to see the pic. On Sun, 25 Sep 2005 15:00:45 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix)

Re: [MBZ] test attatchments

BTTT, see email on banned for my feelings On Sun, 25 Sep 2005 17:12:35 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: ok, now people like luther will be happy. Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: should not need password now -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running W

Re: [MBZ] OT camcorder auctions

I am looking at several new ones, I'm more looking for comments on the quality of Panisonic camreas. I know how electronics are on eBay, already had several tiff's with ebay folks, including a paypal claim that took more than 6 weeks to resolve, with me finally sending the monitor back to

Re: [MBZ] OT camcorder auctions

I have been reading camcorderinfo.com and that's what's led me to the Panisonic line. It's the best value of the 3CCD cameras anyone makes. Takes the best digital stills, has good manual function (focus ring), accepts mic input, has a good solid tripod mount, is rugged, and has FireWire.

Re: [MBZ] OT camcorder auctions

Don, what do you know abyt the Leica lenses?? On Sat, 24 Sep 2005 23:00:36 -0500, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I don't know a thing about any of them, but I like the three chip design, and have as much objectivity about Leica glass as I do about MB Diesels -- Go for them -- -- -- Luth

Re: [MBZ] OT: Immigration

It's called discrimination by majority...wait, are we the minority now? -Original Message- From: "Potter, Tom E" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sep 27, 2005 8:35 AM To: Mercedes mailing list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Immigration My problem was/is that I can hire anyone fr

Re: [MBZ] name calling...

Easy now making comments about us "young guys". Luther, 26 and going strong! On Sat, 01 Oct 2005 12:23:47 -0500, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Please, don't stop responding. I'm having way to much fun letting you self destruct. You see the majority of this list is middle aged, level headed

[MBZ] 123 diesel ignition

my '82 CD's ignition doesn't work properly. The little locking tab that slides back and forth across the back side of the lock mechanism slides too far and won't unlock when you have the lock in place. I have heard that these just need lubrication instead of being replaced. How does one

Re: [MBZ] 300td trailer hitches

I'll give you $100 for it. On Sat, 01 Oct 2005 19:23:21 -0500, hue wong <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Just caught up onthe list! zoiks I have on of these (I think it's factory) riding around in t e back of my trunk (300td) It came with the car and I've never put it on! -- Luther KB5QHU A

Re: [MBZ] B2 piston on a W126

which is it? Does it take you 20 or 45 minutes to do the b2 on a 126? I'm confused. On Sun, 02 Oct 2005 02:29:45 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Its very easy to do on a 126 with it in the car, takes me about 20 minutes. On the 126, takes maybe 45. -- Luther KB

[MBZ] Biodiesel/wvo topics

http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/biodiesel_striplin.net Bring all these posts over here. Let's have some good chats on the list Kaleb created for such bio fuels. See ya'll on the green side! -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (Slate grey, bl

[MBZ] glow plugs

Checked the glow plugs on my CD and mom/dad's '85 300D tonight. D readings were open, 2.6, 2.6, 2.6, 2.6. Ordering a set for that car for sure. Mine were 3.3, 3.3, 3.3, 5.0, 4.9. Do glow plugs gradually increase in resistance as they age? Or do they stay the same, then suddenly short/o

[MBZ] my CD trans

I can almost say the CD's trans is fully healed. Miracle tonic? Mobile 1 synthetic ATF. I changed the fluid about a thousand miles ago, and was wondering if it was getting any better. I've been trying to figure out if it was just placebo...yada yada yada, so tonight I gave it the true tes

Re: [MBZ] glow plugs

Was reading in Ohms. The lower resistance readings were from the warmer car, but only by about 1 hour. Both had more than 3 hours of cooling time. After sending the original email, a 30-0-30 ammeter was found and that test was used. On the CD, the current draw dropped to 15A quickly (1-

Re: [MBZ] hey OK don

Price gouging!!! On Wed, 12 Oct 2005 21:16:05 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I can understand it being higher because of heating oil season, but this is out of control. OK Don wrote: It's from $2.99 to $2.95 here, with gas at $2.25 to $2.29. Just insane!

Re: [MBZ] Break, etc.

Nobody here speaks English. That's what them silly folks on the other side of the pond do. We speak American and need to start calling it that. The rules are mostly the same. Plain and simple. Luther, only a Music major with an "English" petpeeve -Original Message- From: andrew str

[MBZ] 300SD Trans cooler line-hard

The left transmission cooler line has a crack in it-above the oil pan at the hold down clamp. Are the hard cooler lines on a '82 300D the same as my '83 300SD? If so, I can steal one from my D parts car and have my SD running tomorrow evening. TIA all, Luther, who has no mobile cars for

[MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

My coupe has a rhythmic thump coming from the left rear. I jacked it up and tried to shake the tire, do not feel any play in it. I tried to shake the axle shaft, and it seems firm. I noticed this Tues night after being on the interstate. Pulled away from a stop sign, and heard it the mome

Re: [MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

in <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: bad axle shaft Luther Gulseth wrote: My coupe has a rhythmic thump coming from the left rear. I jacked it up and tried to shake the tire, do not feel any play in it. I tried to shake the axle shaft, and it seems firm. I noticed this Tues night afte

Re: [MBZ] cheap 124s, one with om606

If Kaleb avoids them, RUN AWAY On Thu, 13 Oct 2005 19:08:57 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: flood cars have very few parts that are usable. I try to avoid them. Most of the electrical parts will be junk, control boxes etc, engine/tranny probably has water in it.

Re: [MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

ensive equipment. If they were rebuilt chances are just new boots or something were put on. As I said, Im still betting on bad axle. Luther Gulseth wrote: the axle shafts were rebuilt by the MBZ dealer in Fayetteville under the p/o's reign.still a bad shaft? I'm wondering

Re: [MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

that doesn't mean I can't swap axles. It's not been fully a parts car yet. If a clear title is secured, I may be in the market for a used engine if I can't get this one running. OTOH, the CD runs well, just may need a LR axle, hense the swap No, I'm not buying an axle from you! On T

Re: [MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

you willing to give up more than 10 Ben Franklins for it? On Thu, 13 Oct 2005 20:46:13 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I dont have any axles for sale. You should dump that car, I can get a title to it. Luther Gulseth wrote: that doesn't mean I can&#

Re: [MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

Probably, we haven't called the guy in a while. Why do you ask? On Thu, 13 Oct 2005 21:00:56 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: that 115 still over there? Luther Gulseth wrote: you willing to give up more than 10 Ben Franklins for it? On Thu, 13 Oct 2005 20:

Re: [MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

Then come get it! On Thu, 13 Oct 2005 21:12:56 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: it crossed my mind today Luther Gulseth wrote: -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (Slate grey, black MBTex, WVO/D mix) &

Re: [MBZ] OT diesel pickup choices

I sure hope it could pull anything. Our 15L Cummins engines are computer set to produce 435 HP and 1550 ft lbs of torque. They can easily pull 80k when healthy. -Original Message- From: kevin kraly <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Oct 14, 2005 2:36 PM To: Mercedes mailing list <[EMAIL PROTECT

Re: [MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

what would I be looking for in each instance? This did suddenly appear, and I know I didn't hit anything. On Fri, 14 Oct 2005 07:29:33 -0500, Potter, Tom E <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Bent rim, tire out of round, wheel bearing, etc.! Block the front tires. Jack the left rear tire off th

Re: [MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

Really.cause I did notice an amount of brake drag when I jacked it up last night... On Fri, 14 Oct 2005 19:28:10 -0500, Ron Dwelle <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Nobody has mentioned it, but a hanging brake (either regular brake or emergency brake) could cause the symptoms you describe.

Re: [MBZ] big time WTF?

HAHAHAHAHA. I'll give him 2grand for it.16mpg on veg oil? WTF, I've NEVER gotten that low in mine this summer and I was running 75% UNHEATED oil. I was running a solid 24mpg highway. Something's f'd up in that engine..Prolly needs 2-3 tanks of theft driving on dino to clear it up.

Re: [MBZ] big time WTF?

iginal Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Friday, October 14, 2005 7:49 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] big time WTF? whats up with the headlights? Luther Gulseth wrote: HAHAHAHAHA. I'll give him 2grand for i

Re: [MBZ] big time WTF?

AMG? On Fri, 14 Oct 2005 20:09:43 -0500, Hendrik Riessen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Yeah but it is an AMG Diesel so there have to be some sacrifices. Hendrik -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (Slate grey, black MBTex, WVO/D mix) '82 300D '

Re: [MBZ] Fuel prices check site, quick and easy

supply and demand? nah, just price gouging! On Fri, 14 Oct 2005 20:43:45 -0500, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: At the bottom are the lowest, average, and highest prices in the nation - low $1.94, aver. $2.82, high $4.13. Does anyone else see somting wrong with that price spread? -- Lut

[MBZ] look what I found in my '82 300D parts car

sunroof tool, tool kit, and unused Becker and Hirschmann antenna cleaning = kit! Bonus pic of the dome light and antenna switches-only cleaned up = with my finger. I think I stole this car for the price I gave.. -- = Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '8

Re: [MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

was this rear or front? On Thu, 13 Oct 2005 22:24:41 -0500, M.Affzaal.Khan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: One clunk per revolution turned out to be a bad wheel bearing on my 108. it was most elusive to diagnose!! Mac -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '8

Re: [MBZ] 300CD left rear clunking

27;s fine. UGH! On Thu, 13 Oct 2005 19:36:07 -0500, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: bad axle shaft Luther Gulseth wrote: My coupe has a rhythmic thump coming from the left rear. I jacked it up and tried to shake the tire, do not feel any play in it. I tried to shak

Re: [MBZ] big time WTF?

ok, I see it now On Sat, 15 Oct 2005 17:49:14 -0500, Hendrik Riessen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Take a look at the back of the car. I have seen this done before but not on a diesel. http://images.prosperpoint.com/images/1487/75381-787.jpg Hendrik who might have to whack some AMG badges on

Re: [MBZ] SD TRANS QUESTION

Transmission is shot. I'll give you $501. Dan Weeks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > On my 82 SD, I have a strange trans issue that shows up only after > running a couple hundred miles, shutting down, then starting up > again. On restart, the trans sometimes shifts late out of second, and > very

[MBZ] I'm off

to Corpus Christi. Hope no one hears from me while I'm gone. If you do, I'm in trouble! :) I have 35 gallons of filtered veg oil loaded and ready to rock'n'roll. Laters all! -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (236 kmi) '82 300CD (160 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) needs MAJOR work

[MBZ] '83 300SD a/c suddenly quit

bout 2 hours from home the a/c compressor quit running. Just had the a/c system charged a couple weeks ago, and they didn't find any leaks. I could use some advice on trouble shooting this before I have my mechanic look at it. TIA all. -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (236 kmi) '82 30

Re: [MBZ] '83 300SD a/c suddenly quit

well, I tried it sitting in the driveway tonight and the compressor is kicking in, you just can't feel the lag on the engine like normal. I'll take it to my mechanic and let him diagnose it from here. On Sun, 02 Jul 2006 19:16:41 -0500, Levi Smith <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: If it's like my 8

Re: [MBZ] Citric acid flush questions

There is also the large blue phillips drain plug you can use first. That will minimize the splash effect. Pop open the expansion tank cap before you open the blue drain. When the radiator is drained, I just disconnected the expansion-radiator hose and drained there. Luther Craig McCluskey

Re: [MBZ] Citric acid flush questions

BDTD. Need to purchase a couple from Rusty next order http://tinyurl.com/fvloe Radiator Drain Plug on Rusty's site Craig McCluskey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > On Mon, 3 Jul 2006 18:12:17 - "Luther Gulseth" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > wrote: > > &

Re: [MBZ] roadtrips

On my recent roadtrip to Corpus Christi TX and back I spent $61 for 22.394 gallons of fuel for about 1500 miles of driving. Around 67 mpg on the diesel running at speeds from 70 (unless traffic was bad...say in Austin) to 100+. I won't tell you how many gallons of veg I packed into the car...

[MBZ] overpriced SDL

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ViewItem&rd=1,1&item=270004055730 According to the seller, the turbo is blowing oil into the engine AND leaking out of the car and the alt is not charging. He says the car isn't fit to drive and will need to be towed or trailered. I have a fee

Re: [MBZ] roadtrips

Not a problem with the temps in the upper 80's. Started smooth as glass everytime I needed it to. The oil I use is liquid down into the teens and 20's. Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > And I am sure you did not have any problems with the veggie oil gelling > up on you. > > --R > >

Re: [MBZ] OT 500 PPM low sulphur ..

NO. The trucks will need the ULSD also. The changes are being imposed across the board on diesel engines EXCEPT for train and large boat engines. The joke at work is "Come 2007, the air leaving the tail pipe will be cleaner than the air going in". I'll have trucks with this technology withi

Re: [MBZ] OT 500 PPM low sulphur ..

I forgot to say, all the truckers will need to do is add a lubricant to the fuel. Hrm, maybe BioDiesel? :D On Wed, 05 Jul 2006 21:54:27 -0500, Luther Gulseth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: NO. The trucks will need the ULSD also. The changes are being imposed across the board on diesel e

Re: [MBZ] OT 500 PPM low sulphur ..

Yes. On Wed, 05 Jul 2006 21:56:51 -0500, John Ervine <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Luther Gulseth wrote: I forgot to say, all the truckers will need to do is add a lubricant to the fuel. Hrm, maybe BioDiesel? :D It was my understanding that the lubricity of ULSD is actually bette

Re: [MBZ] OT 500 PPM low sulphur ..

shortly after the warranty runs out. We rarely let them run past 500kmi before we trade them. Keeps our maintenance cost down. On Wed, 05 Jul 2006 22:11:08 -0500, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: So, how often do you replace those trucks? When are they worn out, or not worth maintaining?

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