Re: [MBZ] OT -mufflers for B engines

2019-07-25 Thread MG via Mercedes
Could look into one for a bigger riding lawn mower or zero turn mower. OK Don via Mercedes wrote: We used our chipper/shredder for over tow hours today - and that 10HP B engine is LOUD! Even with ear muffs on, it's almost deafening. You definitely can't communicate with another person around

Re: [MBZ] Tell lights 200

2019-07-25 Thread MG via Mercedes
I've found that ink lasts a good long time. I've even added a few drops of water when I thought it was too thick. I remember having a long handled pen it came with a desk set. One fountain and the other a ballpoint. They are long gone can't even think of when I saw them last. MG My mother

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-24 Thread MG via Mercedes
rings just sitting in a rubbermaid tub. clay On Jul 23, 2019, at 6:43 AM, MG via Mercedes wrote: Now all you have to do is find out how to spin it to get the oil pickup on the bottom when it is in it's new position on the Mercedes. MG Clay Monroe via Mercedes wrote: I rescued one from a Chebby

Re: [MBZ] Tell lights 200

2019-07-24 Thread MG via Mercedes
to see if I can still do that. In full disclosure I did use store bought ink. MG archer75--- via Mercedes wrote: Wow! Did you write with quill pens? My father, who was born in 1862, made his own quill pens for a one room country school from turkey feathers and the ink was made from fruit juice

Re: [MBZ] Tell lights 200

2019-07-23 Thread MG via Mercedes
Wow that dates me a bit. I know how to do all those things including how to cut a quill. MG fmiser via Mercedes wrote: Allan wrote: It's getting bad. I think in another generation or two, nobody will know how to write (i.e. longhand), type, or spell. The typical high school kid today

Re: [MBZ] AC options for 300SD

2019-07-23 Thread MG via Mercedes
Now all you have to do is find out how to spin it to get the oil pickup on the bottom when it is in it's new position on the Mercedes. MG Clay Monroe via Mercedes wrote: I rescued one from a Chebby truck at PnP. Not bad for the price and had a 12v supply in the tool box to check the clutch

Re: [MBZ] The 123 list

2019-07-21 Thread MG via Mercedes
strong after about 100K miles. Not too bad a deal. MG Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Am I the only one to have gambled on a warrantedd used working transmission from LKQ for $700? On Sat, Jul 20, 2019, 2:33 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: the wizar

Re: [MBZ] how cool would this be with a 617

2019-07-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
I think this one is similar. MG Mountain Man via Mercedes wrote: MG wrote: OK found a pic from the description. Give us all a looksee. Nothing shows - even using the description. thanks tin ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] This is Sort of Tempting

2019-07-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
I have an older one somewhere around 84 maybe. I'll have to look. MG Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: Is this the JaguTaurus by Ford? I would love,an older XJ6. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Sun, Jul 14, 2019, 9:29 AM Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Not that I need another project

Re: [MBZ] how cool would this be with a 617

2019-07-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
OK found a pic from the description. MG Rich Thomas via Mercedes wrote: stripped the pic On 7/13/19 11:58 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: 1955 Dodge Merita Bread Van Orangeburg, SC· $500 1955 Dodge Merita Bread Van, passenger front windshield broken, some rust, motor ran when

Re: [MBZ] how cool would this be with a 617

2019-07-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
That does sound cool but wouldn't a Cummins 4BT be better for that? MG Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: 1955 Dodge Merita Bread Van Orangeburg, SC· $500 1955 Dodge Merita Bread Van, passenger front windshield broken, some rust, motor ran when parked 8 years ago, brakes not working, front

Re: [MBZ] how cool would this be with a 617

2019-07-13 Thread MG via Mercedes
can't tell. Post a picture. MG Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Out of my rusted 300TD, SLS, etc? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2163311517112298/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive

Re: [MBZ] 123 FB list

2019-07-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
Another one: Has anyone tried putting in a centrifugal oil cleaner from a large truck? That one should get them thinking. MG Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: I think we ought to start posting a bunch of nonsense stuff and asking for "advise" It could be mildly entertaining.

Re: [MBZ] Adobe Flash

2019-07-09 Thread MG via Mercedes
I don't use the CD's by themselves anyway. I have all the ones I use on my hard drive with Steve Nervig's Service Index. Fast and works great. MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: YAY At last! Shoulda been killed before it went on the market.I refuse to let it on my machines. NOW MB

Re: [MBZ] Some Folks

2019-07-08 Thread MG via Mercedes
connect a alternator to it and make all kinds of extra electricity!! MG Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: Some guy was posting pictures of an intake manifold with a turbo mounted in it. Not sure what it was for, but it looked hopped up. Maybe it’s for a 240D. Heh. I want to see that video. -D

Re: [MBZ] How to get off buggered up torx bolt?

2019-07-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
original pliers i have. MG Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I’m in the process of removing a read axle in order to replace the rear wheel bearing. I have 5 of the 6 bolts out but of course 1 of them is buggered up. The way the bolts are in relation to the axle boot near it it is difficult to get a good

Re: [MBZ] Roaring blower motor - W123 wagon

2019-07-06 Thread MG via Mercedes
leaf in the fan cage. MG Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: My blower has begin to roar loudly when in either ACC or EC mode (1983 300TD). The nosie diminishes when set on low blower speed. I am wondering whether it is a faulty blower motor or perhaps something is tapped in the duct works

Re: [MBZ] Do Your Brain a Favor, Ditch the GPS

2019-07-02 Thread MG via Mercedes
Yeah they do. Also strange pronunciations, for example instead of S R it sounds like S AH, For State Road. Took me a couple of times to catch up with that one. Still interesting. MG Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Sun, 30 Jun 2019 15:56:33 -0400 MG via Mercedes wrote: It's especially fun

Re: [MBZ] Do Your Brain a Favor, Ditch the GPS

2019-06-30 Thread MG via Mercedes
It's especially fun if you change the voice to the Aussie womans voice and listen to the weird pronunciations of the streets and road names. MG Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Sun, 30 Jun 2019 08:05:35 -0400 MG via Mercedes wrote: I love to look up where I want to go on maps either on-line

Re: [MBZ] Do Your Brain a Favor, Ditch the GPS

2019-06-30 Thread MG via Mercedes
entertained while driving. MG, with a small mind and simple pleasures Craig via Mercedes wrote: So now they say GPS receivers are ruining our brains. Craig https://www.truckinginfo.com/334599/do-your-brain-a-favor-ditch-the-gps The timing on this could not have been better. Earlier

Re: [MBZ] Brake pad supplier

2019-06-29 Thread MG via Mercedes
https://www.autohausaz.com/pn/EUR1072 or better yet https://www.amazon.com/Akebono-EUR1072-Ultra-Premium-Ceramic-Mercedes-Benz/dp/B0019I0O6W MG fmiser via Mercedes wrote: I have been using my private stock of PBR Deluxe brake pads. But I'm running out!! So if I want a no-dust pad for my

Re: [MBZ] Good Restoration Candidate

2019-06-25 Thread MG via Mercedes
been there done that. Only once though. Disconcerting. Embarrassing. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Also known on VWs of the era as “Automatic Stickshift”. Just don’t rest your hand on the shifter while you’re driving. Those who are familiar with these will know what I speak of…. -D

Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this

2019-06-24 Thread MG via Mercedes
And here I thought it was them farm boys who can't tell which way is front unless it has a stack through the hood. Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Yep, millennial snowflakes is the market. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 24, 2019, at 4:18 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: At least they

Re: [MBZ] I guess I was ignorant at some point too

2019-06-19 Thread MG via Mercedes
Thanks Dan. I was always trying it with the spaces and didn't get much other then the kit part. Never found a picture till this morning. I'll have to give the dealer a call and order it. Thanks everyone for your help, MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: That’s the correct number

Re: [MBZ] I guess I was ignorant at some point too

2019-06-18 Thread MG via Mercedes
The dealer found that number but calls it a 'Washer set" and the picture shows a pointer to the washers where the hard lines connect to the body of the controller. I don't want to order one of those for $60 for only the 3-4 washers in the picture. MG Mitch Haley via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] I guess I was ignorant at some point too

2019-06-18 Thread MG via Mercedes
What is the number of the kit with those hard parts in it? I asked about that last week and got no results. The dealer here in town cannot find a listing nor even a picture in the parts diagram for it. MG Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes wrote: It is as simple as dirt. The rebuild kit

Re: [MBZ] A typical question asked on the fakebook group

2019-06-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
They just haven't tried hard enough. MG Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: Heck. There are several of this mailing list's most esteemed members on that group, and not one has been banned Yet... Rick From: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: June 16, 2019 1:17 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Reply

Re: [MBZ] Advance auto parts

2019-06-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
Just sayin what they told me. I got rid of the Jeep before it needed another pump. MG Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I would sure like to see where their lifetime replacement is just 1 time Sent from my iPhone On Jun 16, 2019, at 7:35 AM, MG via Mercedes wrote: Scan the receipt

Re: [MBZ] Advance auto parts

2019-06-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
there was no more replacement cause lifetime replacement was 1 replacement as long as you had the car and a copy of the receipt since the computer in the store keeps on loosing the information. MG Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I was going to order shocks for the Suburban using a 25% off code

Re: [MBZ] 220S convertible at cars/coffee this morning

2019-06-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
Nicer curvy! MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I should clarify - I meant the W111 coupes when I spoke of designs. Very nice. Nothing at all wrong with a driver quality car. I prefer them as you don’t worry about a little bit of wear and tear if you drive it. A very nice example of one

Re: [MBZ] EPC

2019-06-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
Keep running the slider down the list and you should see all of the numbers from 10 on up to 810. There are a whole bunch of 30s all listed as SPRING STRUT AIR SUSPENSION, LEFT or RIGHT. MG Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Yeah it has airmatic but the list doesn’t have part #30 listed

Re: [MBZ] Source for paint?

2019-06-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
. Took less then 15 min and no shipping and if I remember cost less then getting a spray can on line which probably wouldn't have been as close a match. MG Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Any recommendations for a place to buy a rattle can of 904 midnight blue

Re: [MBZ] brighter gauges?

2019-06-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
That's what i was thinking but the needles would be very hard to see. They need to glow red to make it work right. MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: Got me thinking: Kleb and Dan and whoever else is on the fakebuch 123 kiddie klub could have some fun raving about how they installed

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah cooker?

2019-06-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
Would have to. That one won't go very far. Looks like the tires are flat on the bottom. Needs to rotate them things. MG Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: Maybe make a W123 version? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190611/b9c0207b6a8215ed2a77f9762c90068a.jpg

Re: [MBZ] brighter gauges?

2019-06-11 Thread MG via Mercedes
is. MG Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes wrote: Oh Dan... something I disagree with you on! I can't encourage this behavior. Back in the day Dickarde posted about some hobby paint that was a perfect match and that still lives on on the internet today. I've seen cars people have painted the needles

Re: [MBZ] brighter gauges?

2019-06-11 Thread MG via Mercedes
Yup did that also when I bought it 100K ago but they have since faded in the Fl sun. Just now doing a complete front end job on it. The ball joints are still OK but since I'm there and everything else is getting done..might as well. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I also like

Re: [MBZ] brighter gauges?

2019-06-11 Thread MG via Mercedes
in the handling/steering of the car. It has a quicker response feeling due to not having to turn the wheel as far to do the same turn. MG Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes wrote: Your effort is much better spent just cleaning up the cluster and the rheostat to ensure you're getting all you can out

Re: [MBZ] brighter gauges?

2019-06-11 Thread MG via Mercedes
orientation. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: The biggest issue I’ve heard form people who have done this sort of modification is getting the “rest” position correct. Apparently there is slight pressure on the speedo need to keep it on the rest pin, and if that’s not right it doesn’t indicate

Re: [MBZ] Trimmer mowers

2019-06-11 Thread MG via Mercedes
Use one of those U bolts and two old kids bike learner wheels back to back on the shaft of your trimmer and you should be good to go. ||O / \ [] [] MG Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Anybody have any experience with these sorts of things? https://www.lowes.com

Re: [MBZ] brighter gauges?

2019-06-11 Thread MG via Mercedes
That was my other worry. Real small needle nose plier with not much grip and a small screw driver to pry with. I would have send the whole thing to a gauge rebuilder to do. I'm not too good at the delicate stuff. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: These have been around in various firms

[MBZ] brighter gauges?

2019-06-10 Thread MG via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Transmission Pan Magnet

2019-06-10 Thread MG via Mercedes
I like that. It looks a lot thiner then the round ones. Is it a rubbery thing or actual metal like the doughnuts? MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Not sure if anyone has seen this, but for years I’ve used the doughnut shaped magnet in MB automatic transmission pans. I just came across

Re: [MBZ] Flood report Cubit

2019-06-03 Thread MG via Mercedes
A cubit is AhI used to know what a cubit is, never mind just build it. Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: Drove 1000 miles. Water high, but not bad flooding in the South, route was not close to Mississippi, and that is flooding. Around cape Girardeau, MO, the road gets close to The

Re: [MBZ] Drive shaft is the same as a crank shaft

2019-06-03 Thread MG via Mercedes
Yeah but if you use the right oil it'll slide right off. MG Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: No show beats Chernobyl on HBO. Gripping and scary beyond words. On Sat, Jun 1, 2019 at 2:18 PM Meade Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: We've started using avoca

Re: [MBZ] Compressor or expansion valve?

2019-06-01 Thread MG via Mercedes
if the expansion valve is freezing and the pressure going up it could also be the overpressure or high temp sensor on the dryer cutting the clutch off. Gauges first for sure. MG Peter Frederick via Mercedes wrote: Refrigerant leaks out, water leaks in. I suspect you may have a freezing

Re: [MBZ] Drive shaft is the same as a crank shaft

2019-06-01 Thread MG via Mercedes
I used to use coconut oil. Gives a nice and even tan. Though I have also used baby oil with iodine in it for a quick tan. MG Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: What’s the best oil to use? --FT Sent from iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] sightings MB, VW anad BMW Motorrad

2019-05-31 Thread MG via Mercedes
Friend at the Orlando German Club has a Thing that he painted WWII camouflage. Set up seats as close to Kübelwagen as possible and all the tools on the outside. Former US Army armored command colonel posted to Germany most of his career. MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: Last weekend, I

Re: [MBZ] Chebby brakes

2019-05-25 Thread MG via Mercedes
did anything about it as I don't use it much. MG G Mann via Mercedes wrote: Ahhh... forget all the chatter about vac booster then. If you have hydro boost, your brake pressure should be about 3 times as much as vac boost and the brake system should stand you on your nose with engine

Re: [MBZ] And Another ML Question...

2019-05-23 Thread MG via Mercedes
e the size that use a nut with the 10mm wrench size. MG Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: Great idea, Mannfred! The only concern would be if it’s at or near the correct length. The part on this car is a fixed length, there’s no adjustment. I realize the W123 part would be adjustable, but if it’s too lon

Re: [MBZ] And Another ML Question...

2019-05-22 Thread MG via Mercedes
of the whole assembly with bar and lock nuts. It is on a 83 300TD but should be the same for any year with the active suspension. MG Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: This car has xenon headlights. A part of this system is two level sensors, one at the front and one at the rear. The sensor

Re: [MBZ] And Another ML Question...

2019-05-22 Thread MG via Mercedes
. MG Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: This car has xenon headlights. A part of this system is two level sensors, one at the front and one at the rear. The sensor is bolted to the vehicle frame and a lever on the sensor, using much like a sway bar link, is connected to the lower control arm

Re: [MBZ] Plugging Tires

2019-05-21 Thread MG via Mercedes
I carry one of those gooey cord plug sets in the car all the time. it has helped more than once or twice over the years. No problems, just does the job and lasts till the tire gets replaced because it's worn out. MG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] ML500 Marthamania!

2019-05-21 Thread MG via Mercedes
If you want one of the smaller battery minders they are on sale right now at Northern Hydraulics for $15.99. MG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] Am I Being Unrealistic?

2019-05-19 Thread MG via Mercedes
I think I could make that. Not that far for me. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: No. There’s no realistic way to get it there, unfortunately. We gotta have a Florida Q if anyone would ever sign on for one. As I’ve said before, I’ve got the perfect place for it, a private 60 acre park I can

Re: [MBZ] Happy Birthday, Manfred!

2019-05-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
Thanks Jerry archer75--- via Mercedes wrote: MG wrote: I'm still here and even send a reply now and then. Another year older and still kicking. Belated HAPPY BIRTHDAY!, Manfred. Gerry --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. https://www.avg.com

Re: [MBZ] Happy Birthday, Manfred!

2019-05-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
Didn't think about the flood problems. Though I see that Dan has had the same problem with shipping delay from them. I'll try FCP next time and see. Thanks! MG Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: Curley sez: pretty much any ground shipment takes a week to >get delivered My orders f

Re: [MBZ] Happy Birthday, Manfred!

2019-05-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
I'll have to try them the next time. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Excellent! Glad to hear from you. AutohausAZ has a history of being lousy about shipping, that’s why I stopped using them after a few tries. Their claims of “Same day shipping” or whatever were never fulfilled, if you

Re: [MBZ] Happy Birthday, Manfred!

2019-05-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
I can see that. What gets me is the 'we ship the same day' bit and then they don't till the day after or more. Bah humbug! birthdays are highly over rated. Grumblegrumblegrum. ;-) MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: pretty much any ground shipment takes a week to get delivered. I am

Re: [MBZ] Happy Birthday, Manfred!

2019-05-13 Thread MG via Mercedes
I'm still here and even send a reply now and then. Thanks for the birthday wishes. Another year older and still kicking. Have pending repairs to the front of the TD. All tie rods and center link, Steering shock, shocks and ball joints. Figure to do it all at once to avoid repeated

Re: [MBZ] r12 to r134a Conversion in my W124

2019-05-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
I'm with Rick here. I have this in two w123 cars here in Fl and it is worlds better then the 134a that was in there when I got them. MG Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: I'd probably try Envirosafe es134a. You are in AZ so you need exceptional ac. Shouldn't cost more than $12- $18 for juice

Re: [MBZ] OT Toyota Taco 2005 for $2k

2019-04-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
Link or pictures. possibly looking for a 4 door one. Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: This will probably sell fast. Local to me in Charleston SC. ":::2005 Toyota Tacoma SR5 $2OOO it's listed for my sister in law, contact her Text her at: irmadavi...@gmail.com PRICE: $2OOO 74000 miles

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Monark nozzles - Update

2019-03-04 Thread MG via Mercedes
If it don't work use a larger hammer. Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: I'm with you, Mike. My motto is "Why do it right the first time?" Why do it right when you can do it twice? If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is. Got any others? Rick ___

Re: [MBZ] W124 E300D Fuel Leak

2019-02-26 Thread MG via Mercedes
that is no longer able to be disassembled. MG Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: That’s what I thought, as there is a guy on PP that sells “rebuilt” springs for these and I recalled that it was under a banjo fitting on the side of the pump. What a PITA that has to be to get to! -D On Feb 26, 2019, at 8:31 AM

Re: [MBZ] OT Troybilt Portable Generator Question

2019-02-13 Thread MG via Mercedes
e is made of but I have the specs around here I can check. Thanks for the suggestion!! Larry On 02/12/2019 3:20 PM, MG via Mercedes wrote: How about using some of that aluminum solder rod that the AC people use to solder the aluminum lines in AC units. You could solder the perch right back onto the

Re: [MBZ] OT Troybilt Portable Generator Question

2019-02-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
If you are looking for a new engine you might want to look at Harbor freight. If you buy at the right time you could get 25% off or more. Right now their 420cc horizontal shaft engine is $360. Wait for a sale and it will go down. I bought a 6 hp engine to replace the 30 year old B cast iron

Re: [MBZ] OT Troybilt Portable Generator Question

2019-02-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
The last time I did one of those air gap was .010 in. Should still be the same. Used to be a feeler gauge set always had a brass .010 blade on it for just that use. It probably doesn't matter too much other then a larger gap would make a weaker spark and too small a gap could cause the

Re: [MBZ] OT Troybilt Portable Generator Question

2019-02-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
How about using some of that aluminum solder rod that the AC people use to solder the aluminum lines in AC units. You could solder the perch right back onto the case. You may even be able to build it up a bit to make it hold better. Should be stronger then JB weld. I used some to fix a hole

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Kleb Car

2019-02-12 Thread MG via Mercedes
ngine fuel system is wrapped around the idea that a computer [which will never fail] can control fuel and emissions better than a mere mechanical IP... Ba Humbug... Fie upon them... On Mon, Feb 11, 2019 at 11:40 AM MG via Mercedes wrote: Is there a way to put a mechanical IP on this engine? Could

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Kleb Car

2019-02-11 Thread MG via Mercedes
Is there a way to put a mechanical IP on this engine? Could be the fix or it could be that oil in the controler problem since it is in the limp mode. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Sounds too god to e true. Scam?? On Sat, Feb 9, 2019 at 9:51 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] I posted this in BW but maybe y'all have an idea -- SL600 suspension

2019-02-04 Thread MG via Mercedes
Rear spheres, front valve. Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: I've got a bad suspension on this 95 SL600 I bought cheap. At first I was thinking it was just the rears as it rides hard in the rear, and I bought the rear spheres (and have not yet had a chance to replace

Re: [MBZ] Seat leather wearing

2019-01-24 Thread MG via Mercedes
From a long time ago, Dye will soak into the leather because it has a lot of light volatiles to carry the color into the leather but shoe polish has a lot of wax that holds the color on top where with little penetration into the leather it will come off on your clothes. Floyd Thursby via

Re: [MBZ] Worst Photographer of The Week

2019-01-20 Thread MG via Mercedes
Search in the taidal flats for it. After all Tampa is on the gulf. Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: How do you find a lost taidal? Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Jan 19, 2019 2:06 PM, "Rick Knoble via Mercedes" wrote: https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/gibsonton-mercedes-

Re: [MBZ] Buying a battery for a diesel

2019-01-17 Thread MG via Mercedes
in there. Too bad as it sounds like a good replacement. Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Wed, 16 Jan 2019 18:08:42 -0500 MG via Mercedes wrote: From what I can find they are a bit smaller in width and length but between 2-3 inches taller. That would never fit into a w123 but I don't know about

Re: [MBZ] Buying a battery for a diesel

2019-01-16 Thread MG via Mercedes
From what I can find they are a bit smaller in width and length but between 2-3 inches taller. That would never fit into a w123 but I don't know about Craig's car. Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Are the dimensions of that 31 battery "close enough"? ___

Re: [MBZ] comvetable

2019-01-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
Doesn't say he won't read the emails or texts, just says he won't respond to them. Wouldn't help me none since I don't have a "comtact" number. I wonder where you would get one of them? Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: How does he expect a "comtact" number to be sent, Semaphore? Telegram?

Re: [MBZ] OT Troybilt Portable Generator Question

2019-01-14 Thread MG via Mercedes
f fun and a great sense of satisfaction. MG Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On January 13, 2019 at 3:00 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: White gas doesn't have any octane, so no. The hardware store has cans of E0 in various 2 stroke mixes, something like $15/gal but the saw and weed eater

Re: [MBZ] White Whale Water Works

2019-01-08 Thread MG via Mercedes
Max, I don't know about the whale but on the 123s there is a place below the hood hinges on each side that gets filled with leaves and tends to rust out way at the back under the cowling if not cleaned. You may need to blow out with air and then look with a good strong light to see back

Re: [MBZ] OT: Roger needs this

2019-01-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
That doesn't sound too bad and GA is a lot closer. This is getting better and better, or is that worse and worse. Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On January 6, 2019 at 4:44 PM MG via Mercedes wrote: Then I guess it's a good thing I don't live in Michigan. Then again I probably won't

Re: [MBZ] OT: Roger needs this

2019-01-07 Thread MG via Mercedes
Mercedes wrote: On January 6, 2019 at 4:44 PM MG via Mercedes wrote: Then I guess it's a good thing I don't live in Michigan. Then again I probably won't be able to afford one anyway. I figure they will go for some pretty good change. The guy who started that topic paid $9k+ for his

Re: [MBZ] OT: Roger needs this

2019-01-06 Thread MG via Mercedes
They are in PA. As far as I know from the auction site. Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Plus it would be really cold driving that thing back from AK --FT Sent from iPhone On Jan 6, 2019, at 10:53 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On January 6, 2019 at 9:36 AM MG via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT: Roger needs this

2019-01-06 Thread MG via Mercedes
Then I guess it's a good thing I don't live in Michigan. Then again I probably won't be able to afford one anyway. I figure they will go for some pretty good change. Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On January 6, 2019 at 9:36 AM MG via Mercedes wrote: Curse you Mitch!!! ;-) Now look what

Re: [MBZ] OT: Roger needs this

2019-01-06 Thread MG via Mercedes
Curse you Mitch!!! ;-) Now look what you have done to me. I looked and lo and behold what I found to Jones after. https://www.go-dove.com/en/auction/view?id=13493973 Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: https://www.govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=13469248=USD

Re: [MBZ] OT intercooling options

2018-12-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
the intercooler. Volume flow through the motor per revolution remains constant. The manifold air density varies by a factor of 3 or 4, depending upon how efficiently it is compressed and cooled and what ambient temps are. On Thu, Dec 27, 2018, 9:46 AM MG via Mercedes So increased overlap on the valves

Re: [MBZ] I just checked CL

2018-12-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
I wish I was closer to that TD up in VT. For $650 that is a nice clean car as far as rust goes, even if it doesn't have a title. Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: for the first time in a few days and there are no low-end Benzes, no crackheads, no rolling turds, just some decent cars for too

Re: [MBZ] OT intercooling options

2018-12-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
or higher is the goal to prevent excessive smoke. It would run a bit cooler at 18:1. On Thu, Dec 27, 2018, 6:43 AM MG via Mercedes Make sure you have EGT. 45psi is way up there beyond piston melting range. might need water/methanol injection also. Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes wrote: Sent it from

Re: [MBZ] OT intercooling options

2018-12-27 Thread MG via Mercedes
Make sure you have EGT. 45psi is way up there beyond piston melting range. might need water/methanol injection also. Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes wrote: Sent it from the wrong account so it bounced. Great feedback Mitch. It is really just a packaging issue and maximizing frontal area on the

Re: [MBZ] Pertronix Weirdness

2018-12-24 Thread MG via Mercedes
factory reconditioned? Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: With the finnie still retaining its points, I was thinking about possibly updating it to a Pertronix ignition just to eliminate some of the hassle of maintaining points. So I look on their web site and see two different systems available:

Re: [MBZ] OT: Invasion heads up - Curt??

2018-12-18 Thread MG via Mercedes
They are in the woods out back. I let the local cleanup committee do the work. Never say I don't do my bit for the environment. Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: How do you dispose of the bodies? Post-hole digger? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] OT: Invasion heads up - Curt??

2018-12-17 Thread MG via Mercedes
Does a real good job on them. I often use them for a bit of practice. And they's always more from wherever they came from. Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: We have them, too. They dig up little divots at night in my backyard where the trees overhand the property and it’s shady. I talked to

Re: [MBZ] Hepl! 85 W123 sun roof drains

2018-12-13 Thread MG via Mercedes
No and if yours is then it must be a bear to do any work under the dash on your car. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: *...**after removing the drivers kick panel/footrest**. The underdash panel was removed as well.* Aren't these the same? Mine is one piece. On Thu, Dec 13, 2018 at

Re: [MBZ] Under battery rust repair

2018-12-10 Thread MG via Mercedes
Look at the under hood drain holes in the hood hinge area and the sunroof drain. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Driver's side or PS? My driver's side does the same thing but the PS remains dry (where the battery tray is located) on my W123 300TD wagon. The w/s and rubber seal have been

Re: [MBZ] Price of Benzin in Timbuktoo

2018-11-29 Thread MG via Mercedes
$2.84 in Apopka, fl Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: I got diesel for $2.99 the other day, first time it's been under $3 in several months. Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Wed, Nov 28, 2018 at 11:32 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: FIlled for $1.929/gal a couple days ago.

Re: [MBZ] OT: Boots update

2018-10-30 Thread MG via Mercedes
Oh not only the krauts. It was a lot of college kids and local yuppies and others. Definitely entertaining. MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: Sounds like well lubricated krauts! Fun. Probably mucho Gemütlecheit (sp?) was had by all! MG via Mercedes wrote: It was just right

Re: [MBZ] OT: Boots update

2018-10-29 Thread MG via Mercedes
It was just right in Orlando for our 2nd Octoberfest weekend. It sure brought the people out. We almost sold out of beer. Emptied about 125 50lt kegs. Fun was had by all. Some more so then others. MG Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: Is that warm for this time of year? The temp here

Re: [MBZ] 123 coupe rocker panel wanted.

2018-10-22 Thread MG via Mercedes
How about a whole coupe? two new floor pans 3 body panels. was a project that someone couldn't finish and I ended up with it. MG Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: Anybody have a decent one for passengers side? Friend needs one for his 82 300CD. Thanks. Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 2005 E320

Re: [MBZ] Ohio Blue Tip

2018-10-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
stores in N MS, AR or AL where they burn wood for heat. I was hoping to find some place with a national presence that would stock real matches. The Ace Hardware stores I go to don't seem to sell anything for under $5. MG via Mercedes wrote: IN the local ACE Hardware here in Hawthorne they sell the

Re: [MBZ] Ohio Blue Tip

2018-10-15 Thread MG via Mercedes
don't like them but they work great for me for a one-match light of the barbie. Then again I'm not trying to start forest fires or funeral pyres, though some say the cigars I smoke might as well be that. MG Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: Can anybody find real patches for sale? In the past

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Dead short

2018-09-29 Thread MG via Mercedes
Yeah but they're cheap. fmiser via Mercedes wrote: Grant wrote: Dead short: Install solid copper link instead of a fuse, and watch for the smoke. What's so hard about that? Rick wrote: There. I fixed it. That is not a fix!! Why, what a stupid way to solve the problem! Those

Re: [MBZ] OT: flickering house lights

2018-09-29 Thread MG via Mercedes
Possibly. Or the sudden load caused a little bridging spark weld that may give way with a larger load or the larger load could produce an even better bridge that will last a bit but cause heat wherever that weak connection is when subjected to higher amps? MG Who knows that electricity

Re: [MBZ] ISO used Hirschmann antenna for my 123 wagon

2018-09-29 Thread MG via Mercedes
tension wheel that pushes the plastic cord against the winder is frozen due to corrosion at the wheel or the arm pivot that it rides on and no longer provides enough pressure to make the cord retract the antenna. Might also want to wipe a little silicon oil onto the antenna itself. Mg

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