Re: [MBZ] If you don't have the money don't call - 2008 GL450 - 201k miles - $6, 990

2021-08-13 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
First prize is one sunroof, second prize is two sunroofs - On Thu, Aug 12, 2021 at 10:40 PM G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > Dueling sunroofs is that like a remake of Deliverance? > "Dual sunroof" [Is there a plural of "sunroof"?] > > On Thu, Aug 12, 2021 at 7:53 PM Buggered Benzmail via

Re: [MBZ] 123 part search

2021-08-13 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Or just fabricate a new one from parts or new stock. On Fri, Aug 13, 2021 at 10:03 AM Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > My thoughts exactly, Curt. If there is no real difference apart from > length, it ought to be reasonably easy to add some metal. > Did Dwight ever

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ghia notes

2021-08-11 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Exactly - I ran one (009) in my 1951 bug. On Wed, Aug 11, 2021 at 6:12 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I liked them because the advance curve was smoother than that of the > vacuum advance model and they eliminated the vacuum line and related > plumbing. > > -D >

Re: [MBZ] Well I’m booked to NYC

2021-08-10 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Also, look for : The *Outdoor Co-ed Topless Pulp Fiction Appreciation Society* was a group of several dozen women and a few men that had, since August 17, 2011,[1] organized regular

Re: [MBZ] Well I’m booked to NYC

2021-08-10 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I don't remember where they are relative to anything else, but with the subway it really doesn't matter much - see the Museum of Natural History, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenhiem, Central Park North for the gardens, Zabar's, ride the Staten Island Ferry (it was free). On Tue, Aug

Re: [MBZ] Gazelle - Ford platform - $15,000

2021-08-10 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
ROTFLMAO! On Tue, Aug 10, 2021 at 8:26 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Totally German then > > --FT > > On 8/10/21 1:32 AM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > > This fiberglass poser car looks like a fat man in a speedo. > -- OK Don "Whenever you find yourself on

Re: [MBZ] 1965 Volvo PV544. How the Humble have Risen

2021-08-07 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Back in the day, we had a customer who drove a 544 in the local autocross. He put Goodyear Bluestreak sticky racing tires on it to improve his times. He rolled it at one tight corner --- On Sat, Aug 7, 2021 at 7:51 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I thought I

Re: [MBZ] Filed 2 roof claims with USAA

2021-08-06 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Hmmm - "The check is in the mail!" On Fri, Aug 6, 2021 at 6:37 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Adjusted called a little while ago. Started with main house discussing > deductible and coverage etc. He said if it was more than $5k they pay the > depreciated value

Re: [MBZ] Interesting power thingie

2021-08-06 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
com> wrote: > True, but this is far more elegant of an approach, especially if you’re > changing a battery. You would be wrestling live battery cables around the > engine compartment while you’re trying to swap a battery. > > -D > > > On Aug 6, 2021, at 11:39 AM

Re: [MBZ] Interesting power thingie

2021-08-06 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Just use standard jumper cables from the extra battery to the battery cables in the car - no need for another device to lose On Fri, Aug 6, 2021 at 9:36 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I like this one that has just clips and a voltage display and fuse $11 > >

Re: [MBZ] Roof replacement and USAA

2021-08-05 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Nope - metal roof is no more noisy than the old shingles in a hail storm, at least ours isn't. On Thu, Aug 5, 2021 at 11:25 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Metal roof: might regret that during a storm. > > On Thu, Aug 5, 2021 at 11:42 AM Kaleb Striplin via

Re: [MBZ] outstanding in its field -- 1976 Mercedes 250SL - $3,000

2021-08-03 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Too much sun --- I get that way also. On Tue, Aug 3, 2021 at 10:00 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The seats have a pinkish hue. > > On Tue, Aug 3, 2021 at 9:56 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > Interesting colors, take off

Re: [MBZ] Why do companies…

2021-07-28 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
That's what he said, not what he did/does. On Wed, Jul 28, 2021 at 10:55 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Incorrect. Higher incomes, higher employment rates, lower prices were a > feature of the former admin. cf. what has happened in the last few months. >

Re: [MBZ] Someone needs this

2021-07-27 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Why? It was a POS when it was new ... On Tue, Jul 27, 2021 at 9:23 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > https://carsandbids.com/auctions/3g6xzY0o/1985-chrysler-lebaron-town-country > > Sent from my iPad > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] Dead tree

2021-07-27 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
That deep freeze in late March (?) did a trip on some of our trees and plants, but they are mostly smaller. The large ones are looking fine. On Tue, Jul 27, 2021 at 8:40 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The tree looks the same as it always has except no leaves. Is

Re: [MBZ] W124 window gremlins

2021-07-26 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I've seen both soldered and crimped splices in aircraft. On Sun, Jul 25, 2021 at 4:24 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I believe it's crimp for something like a ring terminal or > quick-disconnect spade terminal. For attaching wires directly to a device > it's

Re: [MBZ] W124 window gremlins

2021-07-25 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I Ilike solder and stepped shrink tubing to provide strian/flex relief as wire can break at the point the solder starts/stops if it's flexed there - which at a door hinge is almost guaranteed. On Sun, Jul 25, 2021 at 1:20 PM G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > I like solder and shrink tubing much

Re: [MBZ] MB to go all electric by 2030?

2021-07-23 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Speaking of solar power and vehicles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9dqTwUuKEM On Fri, Jul 23, 2021 at 8:30 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The Pebble Mine was shot down by the Bristol Bay fishermen and their > allies. > > On Fri, Jul 23, 2021 at 9:05 PM

Re: [MBZ] Red death

2021-07-22 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Apparently the delta variant is killing a higher percentage of young people now. On Thu, Jul 22, 2021 at 11:40 AM Max Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Correct, if you believe in evolution, then it should be easy to understand > that the virus will mutate (evolve) to become

Re: [MBZ] 1980 450SL - 130k miles - $9,500

2021-07-19 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I like the 8 hole wheels, but yes, it came with bundts. I wonder if the offset is proper ... On Mon, Jul 19, 2021 at 7:27 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > it practically shrieks bad taste. > > On Mon, Jul 19, 2021, 6:33 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] It’s hitting the fan

2021-07-19 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I read this AM that car dealers are raking in the cash with the shortage of new cars and increasing demand for used cars. Kaleb's company should be in a really good position now. On Mon, Jul 19, 2021 at 7:06 PM Rick Knoble via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Makes me wonder what the

Re: [MBZ] 1987 300TD - 297k miles - $350

2021-07-19 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
From the news today, everything that rolls is heating up. On Mon, Jul 19, 2021 at 5:26 PM Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 124s are heating up. Kinda knew they would. > > On Fri, Jul 16, 2021, 3:25 PM Mitch Haley via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > >

[MBZ] OT: Rats love Tesla's

2021-07-19 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Also Hondas, Fords, and VW's (in my experience) https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news/if-you-have-this-popular-car-beware-of-rats-owners-say/ss-AAMjTvO -- OK Don "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect." Mark Twain “Basic research is what I’m

Re: [MBZ] ML350 hits a tree

2021-07-18 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Looked it up - "The W164 replaced the body-on-frame W163 M-Class for the 2006 model year. " On Sun, Jul 18, 2021 at 2:28 PM OK Don wrote: > Isn't the W163 the MY320, and the ML 350 is the W164??? > > On Sun, Jul 18, 2021 at 1:50 PM greg

Re: [MBZ] ML350 hits a tree

2021-07-18 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Isn't the W163 the MY320, and the ML 350 is the W164??? On Sun, Jul 18, 2021 at 1:50 PM greg via Mercedes wrote: > How could that happen to a W163? Wouldn't the frame hold the front and > back together? > > Greg > > > and splits in half, killing 4 > > > > >

[MBZ] ML350 hits a tree

2021-07-18 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
and splits in half, killing 4 https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/4-people-dead-after-terrible-single-vehicle-accident-splits-car-in-half/ar-AAMhL2Y?li=BBnb7Kz -- OK Don "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect." Mark Twain “Basic research is

Re: [MBZ] I have really got to dump USAA soon

2021-07-15 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
It can be more fun to drive a slow car fast than a fast car slowly On Thu, Jul 15, 2021 at 1:33 PM Don Snook via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I haven't been on here in a long time. Sorry about that. I have been > swamped. I happened to see this email subject and wanted to

Re: [MBZ] OT - Electrical Distribution Panel Relocation

2021-07-15 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Here you can call the utility co. and they will come out and pull a fuse or switch at the transformer - killing power to everything including the meter. When you're finished, call them and they will turn it back on. How responsive they are to your calls might be another issue --- On Thu, Jul 15,

Re: [MBZ] 1985 500SEL 70k miles $20,000

2021-07-14 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
If you want a LWB W126 gasser, then the 560SEL is the one to get ... On Wed, Jul 14, 2021 at 4:04 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 500SELs, while desirable for the performance they had for the time, are > fairly common but typically in marginal condition at best.

Re: [MBZ] OT gulf beaches

2021-07-13 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
That just adds to the excitement and bragging rights ... On Tue, Jul 13, 2021 at 7:18 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Also a high risk for hurricanes in September. > -- OK Don "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and

Re: [MBZ] OT? - AMG Mustang

2021-07-09 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Exactly!!! On Fri, Jul 9, 2021 at 3:21 PM Max Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Have a lot more to do, to make up for all those small block Chevy > conversions... > > > -- OK Don "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect."

Re: [MBZ] 2004 Crossfire Manny - 47k miles - $9,995

2021-07-09 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
A friend owns one and speaks highly of it - says it drives better than he expected it to (Miata race driver/instructor). On Fri, Jul 9, 2021 at 1:27 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > This is true. Essentially an SLK chassis with a Chrysler designed body. > I’ve

[MBZ] OT? - AMG Mustang

2021-07-09 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
https://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-news/check-out-this-1969-ford-mustang-with-the-mercedes-amg-dna-ar192196.html -- OK Don "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect." Mark Twain “Basic research is what I’m doing when I don’t know what I am doing.”

Re: [MBZ] OT Web Browser Privacy

2021-07-08 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
We use Startpage - generally good. On Thu, Jul 8, 2021 at 2:53 PM Meade Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Did that, went through the first page of results, was not satisfied. > - > Max > Charleston SC > > > On Thu, Jul 8, 2021 at 3:39 PM dan penoff.com via

Re: [MBZ] OT Web Browser Privacy

2021-07-08 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
We've been using Brave for a couple of years now. There are issues with a few sites, but not many. Mostly with bank sites that want to "remember" you - having to answer the security questions over and over again. On Thu, Jul 8, 2021 at 3:12 PM Meade Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com>

Re: [MBZ] (The family in the picture is not included:) 2012 Mercedes 3000 diesel flatbed truck - $14, 500 (Southern Pines, NC)

2021-07-07 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
It looks nice, but I don't think you'll load many cars with that ramp --- On Wed, Jul 7, 2021 at 12:25 PM Dwight Giles via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I think you do need it. Make you Kaleb of the East > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On Wed, Jul 7, 2021, 10:10 AM Floyd

Re: [MBZ] Towing road trip in the Hoovie GL

2021-07-05 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Do you have a tranny oil temp gauge in either of them? That's one way to keep from burning them up. On Mon, Jul 5, 2021 at 8:03 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yea the 722.9 might be strong, but I do not think it is near as heavy > duty as the Allison that sits

Re: [MBZ] W124 window gremlins

2021-07-05 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Switches rarely fail with a closed contact in my experience - they fail by not making contact when you push it. If the window went down by itself, something closed the circuit somewhere - and I'm betting it didn;t happen in the switch. On Mon, Jul 5, 2021 at 7:11 AM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT - compressed air system update

2021-07-05 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
; > > > I was thinking the ones that were posted earlier were around $100 or > less, maybe it was a shorter run of line or something. > > > > Sent from my iPhone > > > >> On Jul 4, 2021, at 8:42 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > >> >

Re: [MBZ] OT - compressed air system update

2021-07-04 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
On Sun, Jul 4, 2021 at 7:56 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I’m getting ready to do this. Can you post the link to the one you used? > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Jul 4, 2021, at 5:02 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > > >

[MBZ] OT - compressed air system update

2021-07-04 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I decided on the "Maxline M7500 Master Kit, 3/4-Inch x 100-Feet" system. After adding another $300 or so in fittings, regulators, filters an driers, etc., It's up and holding pressure now. I have two drops in opposite corners of the hangar, can tell that the die grinder sounds like it's spinning

Re: [MBZ] OT: Frozen iMac computer at boot up

2021-07-04 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I can think of two possible actions: 1 - new batteries in the keyboard. 2 - buy a PC ... On Sun, Jul 4, 2021 at 9:58 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I was browsing a recipe website a couple days ago and my screen froze. I > powered off but when I restarted it

Re: [MBZ] W124 window gremlins

2021-07-04 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
My vote is for a short in the wiring - it seems the most likely cause for the window going down uncommanded. It's probably where the wires enter the door at the hinge area or where they pass through a grommet that has deteriorated over the years. On Sat, Jul 3, 2021 at 7:32 PM Jim Cathey via

Re: [MBZ] OT Electric Vehicles On Collision Course With Reality

2021-07-03 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Very true! Also remember that all electrical use does not occur at the same time. Typically cooling/heating demand is highest during the day and most EVs will be charged at night - actually evening out the load somewhat. On Sat, Jul 3, 2021 at 1:06 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] OT Electric Vehicles On Collision Course With Reality

2021-07-03 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
It also points out the folly of massive centralized systems. When one plant goes down, too many are left without power (which most of us depend on for daily life). We need efficient local (in my backyard) power generation systems - decentralized power (thorium reactors, anyone?). You can then

Re: [MBZ] OT Electric Vehicles On Collision Course With Reality

2021-07-02 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
The primary justification for electric vehicles is reducing CO2, which they don't when you look at the entire cycle of building and operating one. I didn't see that in his summary, and admit that I didn't read the complete transcript. On Fri, Jul 2, 2021 at 2:59 PM Meade Dillon via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] Way OT: Weather Radar

2021-06-30 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Are you sure about that? I can get 1 hour, 6 hours and 12 hours radar images from Windy on an android tablet. Haven't tried it on a phone - screen is too small to be useful. On Tue, Jun 29, 2021 at 1:01 PM Max Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > No. I do like Windy, but the

Re: [MBZ] 642 slow crank

2021-06-28 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
This one is $55 - works fine https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KETEBJI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8=1 On Mon, Jun 28, 2021 at 5:07 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Harbor Freight has one that does DC for less than $100. I've got one, I > use it a

Re: [MBZ] Oh boy

2021-06-27 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
My first Benz was a '70 220D - similar color, though mine had a column shifter, aftermarket A/C, and no sunroof. Also badly rusted fenders and sills (first 100K miles in MN). On Sun, Jun 27, 2021 at 5:25 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 1970 Mercedes Benz 220

Re: [MBZ] Pressure filler -- has anyone ever used one of these?

2021-06-20 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I made the garden sprayer brake bleeder (did Wilton post that first?) and it works great. I now have another one for aircraft brake fluid as well. Yes, dedicated pumps for each fluid. On Sun, Jun 20, 2021 at 2:21 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I have read about

Re: [MBZ] Today's activity in the okie shop

2021-06-20 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Looks good, but the fine print: " To straighten the tubing, run it through our straightening tool, or use the bender tool to make precise angles. (Straightening and bending tools are sold separately. " On Sun, Jun 20, 2021 at 11:59 AM Rick Knoble via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Today's activity in the okie shop

2021-06-20 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
r something like that so your pipes don’t rust > > —FT > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Jun 19, 2021, at 9:29 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > I’m going to use iron pipe > > > > Sent from my iPhone > &g

Re: [MBZ] Today's activity in the okie shop

2021-06-20 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
It does, and the prices are a lot less than I saw when I first went looking for the "correct" way to plumb compressed air On Sun, Jun 20, 2021 at 10:34 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I remember seeing on one of those cable car shows some years ago the guy >

Re: [MBZ] Today's activity in the okie shop

2021-06-20 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Thanks - mine is PVC and 30 to 40 years old now. I'm wondering when it's going to explode, and where I'll be standing when it does. However, it's working so it doesn't feel good to spend several thousand to replace it when I can spend that money on airplane parts ... On Sat, Jun 19, 2021 at 11:52

Re: [MBZ] Today's activity in the okie shop

2021-06-19 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Speaking of running air lines, what about using PEX for air lines??? On Sat, Jun 19, 2021 at 2:36 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > After replacing the suspension pump on the GL yesterday, today I messed > with that current draw deal. No conclusions drawn as it

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
When I feel that a watch will help me "look cool", I get my Dad's Accutron -- I wear it about once every ten years - usually needs a new battery. On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 3:24 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I used to buy really, really nice Rolex (and other)

Re: [MBZ] As Traded?

2021-06-14 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Every car I've traded in went to auction. On Mon, Jun 14, 2021 at 3:51 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I'm not familiar with the "safety certificate" you speak of. It may be > because Indiana requires no safety inspections at all for cars, except > perhaps for a

Re: [MBZ] Maybe I should stick it to FedEx

2021-06-11 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I ordered a few items from amazon yesterday, and they promised next day delivery. To my surprise, the order was in my mailbox at 11am this morning - delivered by the USPS! About the earliest they come by our house is 11 - usually more like 3-4pm. How did Amazon get USPS to deliver that fast???

Re: [MBZ] custom camouflage Wrap, gold 20” inch rims 2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 250 Coupe 2D,$14,000

2021-06-10 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Which would be entirely appropriate in many cases ... On Thu, Jun 10, 2021 at 2:38 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The statement it would make is "I am a complete dumbass" > > --FT > -- OK Don "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time

[MBZ] Listen to the All-Electric Mercedes-Benz EQS Make Its Tires Squeal on the Nürburgring

2021-06-09 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
If there's a market, they'll build it ... https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news/listen-to-the-all-electric-mercedes-benz-eqs-make-its-tires-squeal-on-the-n%c3%bcrburgring/ar-AAKROCP?li=BBnb4R5 -- OK Don "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect."

Re: [MBZ] Can I buy a left handle drive car in Japan?

2021-06-07 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
YOu buy the car online, fly to Japan, drive it around seeing the sights, park it in a long term lot, fly home. Six months later, go back to visit and have your car waiting for you (with a dead battery). Perhaps rent it out to other tourists, like an Air B for cars --- On Mon, Jun 7, 2021 at 12:28

Re: [MBZ] OT: Water heater

2021-06-06 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
OK - they are a bit pricey, like everything near an airplane. https://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/pspages/switchbox08-15733.php?clickkey=1210647 On Sun, Jun 6, 2021 at 3:26 PM OK Don wrote: > There are cell phone controlled switches for turning on aircraft engine > heaters remotely in the

Re: [MBZ] OT: Water heater

2021-06-06 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
There are cell phone controlled switches for turning on aircraft engine heaters remotely in the winter. You could use one of those to power a DPST latching relay that could turn the water heater on and off as needed. On Sun, Jun 6, 2021 at 3:16 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com>

Re: [MBZ] OT part of an estate 1961 Austin Healey Bug Eye Sprite, $12, 345

2021-06-04 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
t; > Back when I was in High School and toying with the idea of getting an > > MGB, a friend told me you had to remove the driver's side fender to > > change the oil filter. Not sure if that was right, but seems believable. > > > > Allan > > > > OK Don via Merced

Re: [MBZ] OT part of an estate 1961 Austin Healey Bug Eye Sprite, $12, 345

2021-06-04 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
the oil filter. Not sure if that was right, but seems believable. > > Allan > > OK Don via Mercedes writes: > > > Looks like you'd have to be under the dash to change spark plugs --- > worse > > than a Sunbeam Tiger! > > > > ___

Re: [MBZ] OT part of an estate 1961 Austin Healey Bug Eye Sprite, $12, 345

2021-06-04 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Looks like you'd have to be under the dash to change spark plugs --- worse than a Sunbeam Tiger! On Fri, Jun 4, 2021 at 11:51 AM Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 2021-06-04 12:33, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: > > My mechanic brother in law, once worked at a shop

Re: [MBZ] OT part of an estate 1961 Austin Healey Bug Eye Sprite, $12, 345

2021-06-03 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I had 4" wide aircraft (Army Surplus) seatbelts in my MGA with the Olds 215 V8 - mine wasn't quite as wild as yours, but it was fast enough to scare people. On Thu, Jun 3, 2021 at 9:23 PM G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > I remember two things about that ride. > 1. At the moment the new owner

Re: [MBZ] OT part of an estate 1961 Austin Healey Bug Eye Sprite, $12, 345

2021-06-03 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I had a friend who was restoring one, back in the day. I replaced the entire wiring harness in one afternoon. They were fun cars. On Thu, Jun 3, 2021 at 8:47 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > A neighbor kid had one of these when I was maybe 13 or so, it was a >

Re: [MBZ] Lug nuts

2021-05-31 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
It can happen to anyone: Loose Nut Ends Graham Rahal's Indy 500 After Wheel Comes Off Exiting Pit Road On Mon, May 31, 2021 at 1:23 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] W124 rear brake job

2021-05-30 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I used brake cleaner to wipe off the paint just before I installed them - didn't want to risk contaminating the new pads - but that was a long time ago. Didn't think to ask here first, just did it. The pads worked very well with the treatment. YMMV. On Sun, May 30, 2021 at 2:04 PM Dimitri

Re: [MBZ] OT insurance, full coverage or no?

2021-05-27 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
It had nothing to do with the bidding process, just the buying of senators. On Thu, May 27, 2021 at 1:19 PM Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 2021-05-27 12:53, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > > I am in total agreement with you, except on one point which I hold as > >

Re: [MBZ] OT short ghia update

2021-05-23 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Aircooled engines run much higher cylinder head temps than liquid cooled engines, meaning a higher risk of detonation. Yes, I'd run premium without question. An aircraft engine with 8.5:1 pistons needs a minimum of 93 octane fuel. On Sun, May 23, 2021 at 5:37 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] So true

2021-05-23 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Must have been on I-44 between Tulsa and OKC -- happens EVERY time I drive it. On Sun, May 23, 2021 at 5:20 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > Sent from my iPhone___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] New tool — worklight

2021-05-22 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
at 11:25 PM Craig via Mercedes wrote: > On Sat, 22 May 2021 15:03:04 -0400 Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > > If you have a flat smooth surface maybe a good suction cup? > > > > OK Don via Mercedes writes: > > > > > They need to figure out how

Re: [MBZ] What is this 108 worth?

2021-05-22 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
IIRC, the W115 300D was made in 1975 and 1976. I had two 1976 models back in the day --- No idea what they are worth now, it depends on the amount of rust and whether the heater fan works. On Sat, May 22, 2021 at 9:36 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It's a

Re: [MBZ] New tool — worklight

2021-05-22 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
They need to figure out how to stick them to aluminum --- the magnets don't work under the instrument panel in the airplane! On Sat, May 22, 2021 at 1:42 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Those LED worklights with magnets are a game changer. I love mine (got > it

Re: [MBZ] Are these the correct seat covers or some sort of aftermarket job?

2021-05-21 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
It's on fakebook, so they are obviously fake ... On Fri, May 21, 2021 at 6:55 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > At first I thought they were correct but now I’m not sure. > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/178856364127372/ > > > Sent from my iPhone > >

Re: [MBZ] OT laundry baskets

2021-05-21 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
We have some Rubbermaid kidney shaped ones that just won't die . On Fri, May 21, 2021 at 6:39 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Sterilite was the latest I bought and they're all broken. > > Thinking about a woven rope basket, e.g. > >

Re: [MBZ] BatteryMINDer charger/maintainer for $19.99 today!

2021-05-20 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Same price on Amazon, ships from Northern Tools --- On Thu, May 20, 2021 at 11:16 AM Craig via Mercedes wrote: > I bought two more ... > > > Craig > > > https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200332201_200332201 > > BatteryMINDer Plus Battery Charger/Trickle Charger/Desulfator — 12

Re: [MBZ] Left rear subframe mount rebuilt

2021-05-19 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
That ought to last another 30 years! On Wed, May 19, 2021 at 2:33 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Looks good, nice work. > -Curt > > On Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 2:57:27 PM EDT, Dimitri Seretakis via > Mercedes wrote: > > On my, formerly Dwight’s, 1990 300D

Re: [MBZ] Should I buy this?

2021-05-17 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Do you still have that Euro 500 engine? Perfect car for it! On Mon, May 17, 2021 at 5:13 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Definitely. Work him down a bit. That is a good price if everything > else is good. SEC prices are pretty high right now for decent cars > >

[MBZ] OT: Intel NUC Mini PC

2021-05-14 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Does anyone know about these, have an opinion about them? (No Apple worshiper snarks please). The wife's PC is failing to find the boot device on reboots too frequently now, in spite of the two year old SSD. The PC is 12 years old now, so I'm thinking it's time to retire it - it runs 24/7. -- OK

Re: [MBZ] Lithium batteries

2021-05-14 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
n 2021-05-14 11:17, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > > I wonder how many they will sell at $1,200??? > > I seem to recall seeing airplane lithiums (10-15lb) for around $400. > They weren't 2000 CCA however. > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Lithium batteries

2021-05-14 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I wonder how many they will sell at $1,200??? On Fri, May 14, 2021 at 10:09 AM Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > They're putting lithium starting batteries in big cases so they are a > drop in replacement for lead-acid. > > >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ford Engineering

2021-05-14 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
WOW! That is amazing. I wonder who signed off on that one? How many engines have eaten valves due to slippage? On Thu, May 13, 2021 at 9:49 PM Rick Knoble via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > What were the engineers thinking when they designed this? I guess the > apprentice should've

Re: [MBZ] 240D 4-speed

2021-05-12 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I like that one - might have to make a set! On Wed, May 12, 2021 at 6:31 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > There is also these with the removable ramp. > > > On 11/05/2021 12:03 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: > > One of my favorite things about a 240D is

Re: [MBZ] 240D Shifter

2021-05-10 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
What Jaime said. I never had one get that bad, but I did replace a bunch of those bushings over the years --- On Mon, May 10, 2021 at 8:19 PM Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > HI John, > Most likely the bushings on each end of the shift rods (there are three of >

Re: [MBZ] RIP Golf TDI

2021-05-10 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Ouch! That must hurt in more ways than one. Hope you are OK. The car can be replaced On Mon, May 10, 2021 at 8:36 PM Peter Frederick via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I was heading home from the grocery today after work and managed to miss a > big black pickup flying down the

Re: [MBZ] OT: broken house window

2021-05-08 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
at would probably work. > > > > --FT > > Sent from iPhone > > > >> On May 6, 2021, at 11:50 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > >> > >> So one of the windows in the bathroom got hit with a rock or hailstone > - > >> could have b

Re: [MBZ] Price Of Fuel

2021-05-08 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
As it does the start of every summer season ... It was trending down here but now it’s shooting back up again > -- OK Don "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect." Mark Twain “Basic research is what I’m doing when I don’t know what I am

Re: [MBZ] Hi-test $3.08

2021-05-07 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
87 octane rated no-ethanol fuel was $2.72 at my local station yesterday. Will need to buy another 55 gal. for the airplane soon - might need to do it tomorrow! On Fri, May 7, 2021 at 7:26 PM Clay via Mercedes wrote: > 87 proof petrol is running $3.98, toss another $0.30 for 93 octane. #2 in >

[MBZ] OT: broken house window

2021-05-06 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
So one of the windows in the bathroom got hit with a rock or hailstone - could have been either - and the tempered glass shattered but is still in place. We kind of like the effect actually, and would like to preserve it as is. Any ideas of how to do that? adhesive film of some sort? Glue of some

[MBZ] OT: Steel prices have tripled

2021-05-06 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
https://www.cnn.com/2021/05/06/investing/steel-shortage-stocks-bubble/index.html I wonder if scrap steel prices are going up as well? Time to sell those scrap cars? -- OK Don "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect." Mark Twain “Basic research

Re: [MBZ] OT - Tile Work

2021-05-01 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
We laid down some 18"x18" tiles once - and I had to cut some notches, etc. I used a cheap tile saw - the mini table saw type with the blade running in a tray of water. You just cut the sides, then a bunch of parallel cuts in the middle and knock out the tabs you just created. On Sat, May 1, 2021

Re: [MBZ] New toy

2021-04-30 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Congrats! Do you have a trailer to haul it to Maine with? On Fri, Apr 30, 2021 at 4:04 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I parked it so I can see it from the back door of the house, I do like > looking at it... > -Curt > > On Friday, April 30, 2021, 5:01:52 PM

Re: [MBZ] New Okie Acres

2021-04-30 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
A neighbor is building a house with these, or similar. The structure is up with roof, working on the interior now. On Fri, Apr 30, 2021 at 1:11 PM Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > With ICF, anybody's a structural mason > > >

Re: [MBZ] 1987 300SDL - 265k miles - $4,500

2021-04-30 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Decision fatigue --- On Fri, Apr 30, 2021 at 2:19 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > What are people thinking when they order a car with an interior color to > match the exterior? > > On Fri, Apr 30, 2021 at 3:02 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this

2021-04-27 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
World class ugly car On Tue, Apr 27, 2021 at 3:42 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3857625577660232/ > > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list

Re: [MBZ] Earth Day was Re: OT Something Controversial To Someone

2021-04-22 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
We'll feed them into Doc's fusion reactor (Back to the Future). On Thu, Apr 22, 2021 at 10:23 PM Dwight Giles via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Say on Dimitri. Much more at stake than emissions. What will we do with all > of these toxic batteries? > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI

Re: [MBZ] Two dead in Tesla crash; 32k gallons of water to extinguish battery fire; nobody driving.

2021-04-21 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
About that Tesla fire: "Tesla Fire in Texas Crash Was Not How It Was Reported, Says Fire Chief" https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a36189237/tesla-model-s-fire-texas-crash-details-fire-chief/ - A crash and

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