Re: [MBZ] Bad Diesel?

Here's my evidence. https://youtu.be/huKTDlwteAg -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 24, 2019 10:38:49 AM EDT, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >Can someone please put some sort of list or short explanation on what >are the good and bad diesels in the early 2000 models? > >I ca

Re: [MBZ] Finally had enough of the 123 fakebook

Thanks! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 23, 2019 9:50:16 PM EDT, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: >https://m.facebook.com/groups/1444767035590031 > >Mercedes W123 (North America) > >Rick > > > >   Original Message   > > > >I'll take you

Re: [MBZ] Finally had enough of the 123 fakebook

I'll take your place. Tell me the name of the group. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 23, 2019 2:37:02 PM EDT, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > >The post about lowering cars is all I could take. I asked them why they >insist on destroying fine German cars but instead do it

Re: [MBZ] More FB loosering

Remove radio and speakers, AC, all passenger seats and belts, remove spare tire and all tools, inflate tires to 45 psi, and don't drive over 40 mph. Ever. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] Our '93 E300D had a permanently-installed cell phone

What is a "Wilson amplifier / antenna system"? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 22, 2019 9:51:39 AM EDT, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: >> The 1W and 3W transmitters and real antennae were the reasons why the >old phones had much better range. > >Agreed. I h

Re: [MBZ] More AC fun

On the E300, you could get a radiator hose clamp from FLAPS and pinch off The hose, or get a 3/4 ball valve to install in line and shut off the hot water. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 20, 2019 10:04:09 PM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: >I should get you to work on my tr

Re: [MBZ] White Whale AC already dead

Unfortunately no, we managed to damage it during removal. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 20, 2019 5:06:43 PM EDT, Wilton Strickland via Mercedes wrote: >Don't you have a good evap from my salvaged sedan? > >Wilt > > -From: &q

Re: [MBZ] Hoonday road trip

You should let her drive it. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 20, 2019 8:02:12 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes wrote: >On Thu, 20 Jun 2019 19:13:58 -0400 Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > >> So we’re going to look at this hoonday in Saturday. I had lunch today >

Re: [MBZ] 124 Evaporator Replacement

Misfire, send again... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 19, 2019 5:53:08 PM EDT, Wilton Strickland via Mercedes wrote: > > > -From: "Meade Dillon via >Mercedes" >To: "Mercedes" >Cc: "Meade Dill

[MBZ] White Whale AC already dead

I'm beginning to think this Cliplight AC sealer is death to old AC systems. Installed a new expansion valve, new dryer, and sealer, just a couple three weeks ago. System dead yesterday afternoon. Going out to diagnose shortly. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] Awl

Hope they have the right weight. I bought the Chevron oil a few months ago. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 18, 2019 4:58:22 PM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: >Just got a Costco book with the specials for the month. Delo, Rotella, >(both big jugs) Chevron Supreme ( look

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

Applicable to 124 wagons as well? Cool! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 18, 2019 2:06:40 PM EDT, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >The “kit” Uncle Kent is selling is just a bunch of O rings for the >leveling valve. As usual, he’s screwing people blind (in my opinion) >because th

Re: [MBZ] Source for paint?

That sounds like a great idea, but I've already ordered paint online. If this fails, I'll try your idea. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 16, 2019 7:14:34 AM EDT, MG via Mercedes wrote: >Max, look for a local car paint store. When I needed >some paint to do a patch on my wife's

Re: [MBZ] OT Plan Bee

You should "borrow" the title of this thread for the article, Plan Bee... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 15, 2019 8:32:05 PM EDT, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes wrote: >In the last few years (since the drought ended) the bees swarmed at >least a half dozen times. As I unders

Re: [MBZ] DeBenz

Probably not built on the original engine. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 15, 2019 6:36:47 PM EDT, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: >___ >http://www.okiebenz.com > >To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ > >To Uns

Re: [MBZ] OT Plan Bee

That's a great story Scott! You should contact your local newspaper to see if they would like to run an article. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 15, 2019 6:08:54 PM EDT, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes wrote: >I tried to get rid of my bees at first. Gad several bee-keepers come >to ge

Re: [MBZ] Bought my lottery ticket this morning

Nice car, but those wheels look cheesy. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 15, 2019 1:44:31 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > >A more affordable vehicle is: > >https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1992-mercedes-benz-e60-renntech/ > > >Craig ___

Re: [MBZ] W124 antenna

That is correct for the mast, it's a mechanical connection established once the antenna is in place. Something else is wrong. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 15, 2019 2:24:41 PM EDT, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >Yes it worked before. I always thought simply feeding it in magica

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

Izat called an Adenauer? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 15, 2019 1:09:34 PM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: >It had a few rust bubbles on the body, the interior was a bit worn, it >wasn’t a trailer queen which I kinda was drawn to. __

Re: [MBZ] W124 Door Trim Clips

The clip, or the trim? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 15, 2019 1:21:35 PM EDT, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >I now see that the end “clip” on the piece of trip in the middle of the >door (87 300D) isn’t really a clip at all. It has a screw that goes >through the door. Looks

Re: [MBZ] EPC

You need to run your VIN to see if your car has code 489 (airmatic) and if yes, then you buy part #30. Part #10 has "-489" after the name, the negative sign means "not" for cars with code 489. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 15, 2019 12:54:30 PM EDT, Floyd Thursby

[MBZ] Source for paint?

Any recommendations for a place to buy a rattle can of 904 midnight blue? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] W124 Aux Fan

cooling is not sufficient and you'll see high engine temps like you report. Painful to remove the shroud with the bumper on place, but can be done. Plastic pins hold it, use a putty knife to pry them out. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 13, 2019 8:27:43 AM EDT, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Crack

A little high, but not crack. Talk him down to $3k, that would be a great deal. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 12, 2019 11:14:38 PM EDT, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >1995 Mercedes-Benz 300D Diesel 23cty/34hwy great shape all original > >https://austin.craigslist.org/ct

Re: [MBZ] I’ll

Misfire. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 12, 2019 11:26:54 PM EDT, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > > >Sent from my iPhone > >___ >http://www.okiebenz.com > >To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ > >To

Re: [MBZ] The Details

Ouch! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 12, 2019 8:24:48 PM EDT, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >So in my desire to have everything in order on the ML500 before I send >it off to long term storage, I decide I’m going to get the front ash >tray working (it sticks closed) and replace

Re: [MBZ] OT: Need more Win-doze help

I only use Microsoft Security Essentials, and the native firewall, and common sense. No problems after many years. Free, doesn't slow down the system that I can tell. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] OT - Fun

That's a good 'un! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 10, 2019 12:31:49 PM EDT, Mountain Man via Mercedes wrote: >> Time is like a river. You cannot touch the water twice, because the >flow that has passed will never pass again. Enjoy every moment of life. >As a bagpiper, I pl

Re: [MBZ] R129 Motor Mounts

I might consider that engine swap (V12) instead of the OM603 swap into a 1995 wagon... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 10, 2019 3:06:51 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes wrote: >On Mon, 10 Jun 2019 12:51:11 -0600 Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Further down in the thread

Re: [MBZ] Compressor or expansion valve?

Peter, Have you taken them apart to diagnose? Are they destroyed when taken apart, or can they be put back together? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 9, 2019 11:15:53 PM EDT, Peter Frederick via Mercedes wrote: >The W124 monovalve is not repairable, you must replace it compl

Re: [MBZ] R129 Motor Mounts

I think you meant that the R129 is based on the 124? I think Dan shared that a few weeks ago? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 9, 2019 6:04:13 PM EDT, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: >Sounds good, but the R107 was built on the W124 chassis --- > >On Sun, Jun 9, 2019 at 4:53 PM Clay M

Re: [MBZ] Compressor or expansion valve?

core hose, hot blast is gone. 44 degree F vent temps this morning, but not very hot yet. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 6, 2019 6:25:52 PM EDT, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes wrote: >My 1979 300TD (sold 10+ years ago) came with a shutoff valve in the >antifreeze hose to the heat exc

Re: [MBZ] $500E500

Still waiting for your pix, need inspiration to DIY repair the fender on my E300... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] Replacement for Wilton's 300D?

That is nice. Wonder how high it will go. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 4, 2019 3:18:30 PM EDT, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: >$9k so far... >https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1987-mercedes-benz-300td-9/ > >___ >http://www.okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** FWIW: The DoubleKlebPrice Beater

Hah! Brevity is the soul of wit, as underscored by the listings simply titled "Car." -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 3, 2019 4:34:06 PM EDT, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: ><https://www.caranddriver.com/features/a23926434/buying-cheap-used-cars-craigslis

Re: [MBZ] OT: David Bruckmann wants this

That is so cool, I love that shape. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 3, 2019 8:23:51 AM EDT, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: >https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1972-citroen-sm-20/ > >___ >http://www.okiebenz.com > >To search

Re: [MBZ] Compressor or expansion valve?

That was my first thought as well, so I clamped off the hose. No or very little coolant flow to the heater core. I will test with the defrost button to verify. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 3, 2019 2:48:10 AM EDT, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes wrote: >Mono valve? > >> -

Re: [MBZ] Redneck body work

That's great work! We need before and after pictures Rubbing coolant hose: maybe radiator pushed up and back during the off road excursion? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 2, 2019 10:17:39 PM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: >I took The G-man’s advice and did some sh

Re: [MBZ] $500E500

Hmm, maybe some of the insco check should go into this equipment, then learn a new skill and repair my dent (s). -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 1, 2019 6:06:01 PM EDT, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: >Glue tab: >https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DBwpwq036E > >Multiple glue tab

Re: [MBZ] W124 E300D Torque Converter Drain Plug

I remember being surprised to find none on one of my cars. I am pretty sure I used one during installation, even if there was none upon removal. What does EPC say? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On June 1, 2019 8:31:36 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes wrote: >Is there supposed to be a copper was

Re: [MBZ] 03 E500

Wow. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 31, 2019 5:26:24 PM EDT, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >Are you becoming okie acres east? > >No oil dip stick, you check the level from the cluster. > >Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 31, 2019, at 4:01 PM, Floyd Thur

Re: [MBZ] This is really really funny

Closed group, can't see. Not laughing. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 30, 2019 5:26:56 PM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >some people... > >https://www.facebook.com/groups/2263783204 > >79 SD 300 in St Clair county Michigan. 1200 firm. Starts a little >rough

Re: [MBZ] OT Well Pumps

Thanks Mitch! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 28, 2019 7:05:41 PM EDT, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: >Goulds, Flint & Walling. >Rumor has it that Grundfos isn't what it used to be. > >___ >http://www.okiebenz.com > >To

Re: [MBZ] Next ML Question

Push and pull on top of the tire, any discernible movement probably means a bad bearing. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 22, 2019 1:03:16 PM EDT, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >Is there an easy way to determine if there’s a bad wheel bearing? I’ve >looked over the bushings and susp

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

Check to see if just the ball/stud part is sold. Last time I replaced a similar link on the SLS control valve, the two ends were about $8 each, but the whole assembly was $75 or so. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 22, 2019 11:11:37 AM EDT, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >This car has xe

Re: [MBZ] Plugging Tires

Yes, just a stroke or two. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 22, 2019 9:06:11 AM EDT, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >That makes sense. But don’t I have to ream the hole before I put the >plug in? > >-D > >> On May 22, 2019, at 9:02 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Plugging Tires

Ha! Good one ... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 20, 2019 7:55:21 PM EDT, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes wrote: >I tried that once, but no matter how many cups I drank, I STILL could >not see the air coming out! > >Greg > >-Original Message- >From: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Plugging Tires

I've plugged ten or more tires, sometimes more than one plug in the same tire. Never had an issue. A real tire shop will remove tire from rim and patch the inside, this is superior, but the DIY plugs are fine. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 20, 2019 5:43:17 PM EDT, Dan Penoff via

Re: [MBZ] W124 tires and wheels

Nice work on the "shop made tool"! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailma

Re: [MBZ] Pleasantly surprised

to leap away from a stop, and visibility is terrible compared to my Benz, but the braking and handling are good. Ergonomics are ok too. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 18, 2019 2:01:05 PM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >I went to Costco after the Cars & Coffee and filled th

Re: [MBZ] Clay, Kleb here you go

I need to get there before Kaleb, get a wagon or two. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 17, 2019 5:13:41 PM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >Hey ATL is only about 5 hr away... > > >On the FB 123 group > > ><https://www.facebook.com/johnny.hale.50364?

Re: [MBZ] They will go 1/2 million

Too close to me as well! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 15, 2019 5:45:43 PM EDT, Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: >https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/301136987454187/ > >Not far from me. >Dwight E. Giles Jr. >Wickford RI >___

Re: [MBZ] Yabbut It Says It's Worth $20k!!!

"I JUST DONT HAVE THE MONEY OR TIME TO FINISH THIS GREAT PROJECT SO MY LOSS IS YOUR TREASURE. " -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 15, 2019 4:59:45 PM EDT, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/d/saint-petersburg-rare-88-mercedes-300ce/6876853

Re: [MBZ] ML for Towing?

I think the ML is rated for 5000 lbs or more? Should be fine for towing. The problem with dolly towing: have to disconnect the drive shaft if automatic transmission. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 14, 2019 4:40:42 PM EDT, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >I was just thinking…. >

Re: [MBZ] 87 OM603 no start

Well what jumps out at me is that you don't feel exhaust. Sounds like a blockage in the exhaust. Take it loose as close as your can right after the turbo, before the catalytic converter. This car does not have the original football exhaust filter thing, right above the turbo, right? -- Max

Re: [MBZ] OT spark plugs 1996 Infiniti I30

lived. I think there may be air in the fuel rail that needs to bleed out. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] OT spark plugs 1996 Infiniti I30

and traded cars with her, limped it home at low speed. Light stopped blinking after a bit but on steady, engine still rough. I was hoping it was just a coil over plug. Glad I found an injector here in town. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Now I know why the thermostat did not work ...

What caused the break? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 11, 2019 8:28:49 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes wrote: >As the attached pictures show, the strap holding the free end of the >thermostat was broken! > >H ... > > >Craig ___ ht

[MBZ] OT spark plugs 1996 Infiniti I30

Should they be changed on hot or cold engine? Pretty sure this is an aluminum head. Engine is hot now, just tried #4 and it turned real easy but constant low torque, like mush. Afraid I've started stripping the threads. Misfire #4 cylinder, need to determine if plug or COP. -- Max Dillon

Re: [MBZ] Two For Curly

That's what I thought. Two grand and then a lot of work to have a car that's worth about two grand. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 11, 2019 8:29:11 AM EDT, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >$1000 for both might be a good deal. > >Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 11

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: MBZ Box truck

With enough time and money... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 10, 2019 8:42:28 PM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: >Do you think the engine would fit in the SEC? > >--FT >Sent from iPhone > >> On May 10, 2019, at 7:54 PM, Max Dillon via Mercede

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: MBZ Box truck

Wow! No help from this list... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 10, 2019 7:09:25 PM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: >Well I guess I’m gonna own a BenzBox soon as I can deliver coin of the >realm. Now I wonder if I offered too much! > >Help! I need help! Well at lea

Re: [MBZ] 1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class,Statesboro, GA $1,500

Yes, wonder what the mileage is. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 9, 2019 10:26:18 AM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >Doesn't look bad, AC inop > >https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1064179120458619/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Compressor seal part numbers?

on my '87 wagon, which is supposed to use the same compressor. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 9, 2019 6:22:48 AM EDT, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >I don’t have part numbers, but I’ve gotten kits for compressor reseals >on eBay. > >-D > _

Re: [MBZ] vermont title

Well they can't tax poor people driving the people's car, got stick it to The Man driving the fancy Mercedes, everyone knows you have to be rich to drive a Benz! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 8, 2019 8:13:45 PM EDT, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: >Thats weird, when I bought the

[MBZ] AC leaks

with a partial can let over from last time, then got out the leak detector. Evap still has a slight leak. Front of the compressor alarmed, so that shaft seal is bad. I'm thinking about just resealing the compressor and then trying another can of the Cliplight leak sealer. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] Watch this before buying your next Mercedes

Everything I know I learned from Scotty. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 8, 2019 5:51:53 PM EDT, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=TZk6P5PR7b0=youtu.be > >Sent from my iPhone >___ >http://www.okiebenz.com &g

Re: [MBZ] Battery time

Thanks Craig, I'll have to check that out. Last time I sold a group 49 battery to the recycler, they paid $40. A much better deal than the $15 core that home despot offered. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 7, 2019 8:21:26 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > >I got my last battery

[MBZ] OM603 valve cover breather fix

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/395618-0m-603-971-cold-starts-right-up-then-8.html Interesting! This guy claims (in a post near the end of the thread) he reduced oil consumption by fitting a crank case ventilation valve from a VW. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] Looked at the Mercedes 1116 box truck

Let him stew a bit, I'll bet he'll come down more. However, that is quite a project! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 7, 2019 5:30:06 PM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >well he is moving in the right direction, but expecting Mexicans to >spend $1100 on it is kinda unrea

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

Yes. I use that in my '87 300TD. Right now there is a leak under the dash, so the gas ratio is off, but it still works pretty good. However, your independent garage may not want to agree to using it. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 6, 2019 11:40:49 PM EDT, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote

Re: [MBZ] Somebody Should Buy This

Yes! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 5, 2019 12:16:47 PM EDT, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: > >https://m.facebook.com/marketplace/item/306611263596840 > >Rick >___ >http://www.okiebenz.com > >To search list archives http://

Re: [MBZ] I want

That's nice, wonder how high it will go. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 4, 2019 9:44:06 AM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1984-mercedes-benz-300gd-3 > >dead simple 617 urban assault vehicle to survive the EMP SHTF zombie

Re: [MBZ] Another OM602 oddity discovered II

Did not know that about the alternator. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On May 4, 2019 7:26:30 AM EDT, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: >The alternator thing shows up on 201 cars too. I consider it's presence >a good sign, aftermarket alternators don't fit the plastic cover well &g

Re: [MBZ] 1980 300SD W116

Well thanks for letting us enjoy the ride with you! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 28, 2019 8:01:05 PM EDT, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >Nope. Far too much to be done. I was hoping that I might use this car >to “crowbar” up to a nicer example, but as I watch the market it

Re: [MBZ] Send wishes for recovery to:

Wishing speedy recovery to both! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 28, 2019 7:26:58 PM EDT, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: >Hey all, > >Send best wishes to: > >Andrew, recovering from Knee surgery > >and > >MMM, also recovering fr

Re: [MBZ] 1980 300SD W116

So, the Finnie will either make an appearance soon on BaT, or ? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 28, 2019 4:49:19 PM EDT, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > >Dang it, now I’ve got the “new car” bug. Poop. Going to look at this >for a possible acquisition if I could get the p

Re: [MBZ] crock auto

I think your last idea is correct, they need to increase their shipping costs... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 28, 2019 7:54:43 PM EDT, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: >I am trying to figure out crock auto.  I am putting together a decent >sized order for G

Re: [MBZ] A220. Oh boy.

Lost me, what is an A220? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 27, 2019 7:51:19 PM EDT, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >SWMBO has fallen in love with A220s. So much so that we went and drove >one today. I was wicked surprised. Nice and tight and tidy. Fun to >drive actually. It is

Re: [MBZ] New 1984 300D?

Where is the bad ground? Relay control harness? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 27, 2019 8:16:14 PM EDT, Michael Esh via Mercedes wrote: >Following you directions, I jumpered a ground from the relay to the >body of the car and it worked perfectly. Thanks for the tutelage. > &

Re: [MBZ] squeal on right turn

Belt squeal? If yes, could be that the spring for the tension device is weak, or the belt is not routed correctly, or the belt is too long / stretched. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 27, 2019 10:07:43 AM EDT, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: >   The 300D  (124) got new wheel beari

Re: [MBZ] OOOOOOOO-KKKEEEEE

Very nice, but that price might be a tad high. Jaime could probably tell us what market value is. That coupe body is my absolute favorite MB of all time. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 27, 2019 8:33:34 AM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: >https://charleston.craigslist.

Re: [MBZ] Alda delete

There are a few vocal proponents on peach parts also. A couple claim great results. One or two that tried it said it caused a lot of smoke, worse fuel consumption. I think it is pretty dumb. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 27, 2019 7:59:18 AM EDT, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote

[MBZ] OT Google electronic surveillance

cked the camera from accessing location info. I guess I have to delete and disable more stuff to kill the electronic surveillance... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscrib

Re: [MBZ] Fender bender

Thanks Craig, I haven't checked the dash cam video yet, hopefully that will prove the fault is with the other party. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 24, 2019 6:47:36 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > >I'm sorry to hear of your wreck. > >May you easily get thin

Re: [MBZ] OT I could go into the meth business

The pictures are blurry because the stench is so bad they couldn't stay inside long enough to get good pix. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 24, 2019 2:17:45 PM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >Park it in the woods... > >https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2206597

Re: [MBZ] Cheap Turd -- $500 obo 1999 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class CL 500

Offer $300. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 24, 2019 2:10:15 PM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >Stop me! > >https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2331772550432332/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.oki

[MBZ] Fender bender

'95 E300, front left fender crunch, signal light broken. Lady backed into me in a parking lot. I'm blessed, it wasn't the right front with the shark gills. I think those are NLA? Now to deal with the insco and body shop... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D fuel pressure

Fix what you know to be wrong (primer pump) and then see if she'll start. If still no fuel, then the lift pump probably needs to be rebuilt or replaced. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Dead battery resurrection?

Check the fluid levels. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 21, 2019 7:23:01 PM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >The daughter unit was visiting last week and her battery in the E320 >apparently died at the store up the road, I was off somewhere so she >came back to

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: OT: Network changes will affect your phone ...

I thought Craig has the option of moving to a Moto E4, with his minutes? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 19, 2019 7:26:12 PM EDT, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: > >> On April 19, 2019 at 7:11 PM Scott Ritchey via Mercedes > wrote: >> >> >> +1 on the

Re: [MBZ] OT big br0th3r i$ h3re

No I'm good. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 19, 2019 3:42:25 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes wrote: >On Fri, 19 Apr 2019 10:04:20 -0400 Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Tried to reply to Craig's email, apparently I've crossed somebodies >line >> (and that

Re: [MBZ] OT: Network changes will affect your phone ...

+. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 19, 2019 12:57:55 AM EDT, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: >I have had a Moto G5 plus for over a year now. I am very satisfied with >it, and it performs what I need it to do flawlessly. It is NOT loaded >up with the bloatware you will find on offer

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** SCCA autocross?

Do you also need a helmet? I think a co-driver is also required. Hey I'm free that weekend! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 18, 2019 3:25:34 PM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >It seems like it is not too hard to pass, basically if you have good >tires, brakes, brake

Re: [MBZ] 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 400 4MATIC Est. Retail Value: $58, 693 USD

Correct. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 16, 2019 9:10:13 PM EDT, Frederick Moir via Mercedes wrote: >Grey market? Non Turbo. >Fred. > >On Tue, Apr 16, 2019 at 7:51 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < >mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> pretty nice TD here,

Re: [MBZ] E300D Fuel Siphoning?

And / or you could have a leak in a hose or o-ring that allows air in and so the fuel flows back to the tank. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 16, 2019 5:12:11 PM EDT, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: >the "double head banjo bolt" that holds the overflow/return hose t

Re: [MBZ] OT Thorium reactors

Progress! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 15, 2019 6:02:13 PM EDT, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >https://www.technologyreview.com/the-download/608712/a-thorium-salt-reactor-has-fired-up-for-the-first-time-in-four-decades-- > >

[MBZ] OT Toyota Taco 2005 for $2k

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 Automatic, 4.0L, 4WD, V6" -- Max Dillon Cha

Re: [MBZ] Draining Torque Converter

: Does the balancer have markings over all 360 degrees? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 13, 2019 9:34:14 PM EDT, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: >I use a big screwdriver/screwdriver type prybar on the ring gear from >underneath.  1 tooth at a time.  Now which way should I turn

Re: [MBZ] Opinions, Please

Rich has a nice maroon ML that he'll trade for the SL -- Max Dillon Charleston SC On April 13, 2019 8:30:08 PM EDT, Daniel Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >Thinking about putting the wife in an ML, which would be so much better >for her hip(s) than the SL500. Saw this on local CL, it’s pr

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