Re: [MBZ] (no subject)

Karl, The Miss. is trying to go back to Texas like it swaps every 10-20,000 years. The Corp. is trying to keep it where it is because of shipping. Erosion builds the coast and the Gulf takes it away during hurricanes. You can't fight Mother Nature, but we arrogant humans keep thinking

Re: [MBZ] W116 rear seat pads - sources

Sometimes it costs a few dollars if you want it right. I've had my 1980 300SD for over 20years. A couple of years after I bought it (front seats were pretty good, rear top/bottom, horse hair pads gone) the local MB shop convinced my wife to redo the seats, new leather and new horse hair pads.

Re: [MBZ] BAT crack

I think the 123 is more popular because of its ease of repair and that parts are still available. I don't know about a 124, never had any interest in the newer models. My Indie always said the newer ones were more complicated than necessary, harder to diagnose, and harder to repair. Remember

Re: [MBZ] When a moron takes drugs

Well, sometimes I think you guys are too hard on people. Around 1996 when I purchased my 1980 300SD with 186,000 miles, it was physician owned. Even though she didn't drive the car daily, she had it in to the MB dealership here in Atlanta for its full service. I obtained the service records

Re: [MBZ] Interesting Op-ed Piece

For many years I've thought that synthetic diesel would eventually be the answer. Basically zero pollution, could use the methane from our landfills, Alaska tundra, coal mines, etc. But the oil companies wouldn't have a monopoly on it so not much has been done there. If you move the

Re: [MBZ] Issues to look for 2011 ML350

Thanks for the input guys. I was concerned about the wheelbase also, but the seats are so darned comfortable. Yes, I still have my 1980 300SD, but it's sleeping due to some repairs it needs (rear axles getting harder to find without a price that forces a second home mortgage). Big tickets

[MBZ] Issues to look for 2011 ML350

Hi guys, haven't posted in a long time. Question for the list, I'm looking at a 2011 ML350 with 78,000+ miles. It looks good (body and interior are really nice, engine clean, new tires, etc.). Are there any issues to look for? I think this is a 4Matic also, whatever that means. Its white

Re: [MBZ] Lt Don Wonko 240d

Curley, Can you send me the rewire details? Randy Steele (on the other list) sells parts and years back was going to send me the rewire instructions but he never did. The last relay I purchased for my 80 300SD I got from one of the parts places everyone seems to hate, but it has

Re: [MBZ] holy moly, nice SDL

Well now, my 1980 300SD is champagne. I personally love the color, great in the sunlight and gets lots of compliments. As always, if you don't like it, don't look. Or stop being so judgemental or speaking for others. Just a thought... Best wishes, Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics,

Re: [MBZ] Another 116

Curt, my 83 300D starts great in cold weather. Now the 80 300SD is a little more picky, but then it has more miles and is older. I read an MB technical article somewhere about the SD 617 getting a few more HP because of the weight/size by making a slight head change that allows in a little

[MBZ] Another 116

Kaleb, >>A 126 is far superior for sure unless you just like the 116.<< Having owned a 116 for over 20 years, I respectfully disagree on several counts. The interior in the 126 tears and breaks down more than the 116. The plastic around the sides hides rust and cheapens

[MBZ] Nice 116

Well, I'll try to relate to my experience: I asked him about the heat and A/C. He said the A/C doesn't work. This could be one or more of several things: fuses, compressor, low on Freon, or the servo.<<< He started the car and said that the heat had defrost only. This could

Re: [MBZ] Nice 116

Yes, I like my 116. It's a 1980 300SD with about 425,000 miles. I did finally have to replace the tranny and it's ok now. The main gotcha' is the Chrysler servo. I never had one leak, but the gears break and stick. There's an electronic replacement for it. It should have the newer glow

Re: [MBZ] Ban the cars

Curley, etal, If you read the study details online, the 250,000 is not an absolute number but rather an "extrapolated" number. And those numbers are much like polls and statistics. The medical field does have problems. The AMA does not police bad doctors. The state licensing boards

Re: [MBZ] OT Roofing

Dan, chill baby chill. This is why I don't share much with this list or any list. My decisions are mine for my reasons and no one else's. So, if I screw up, it's on me. If I do great, it's on me. You have every right to live where you want and where you are happy, for your reasons. And in

Re: [MBZ] OT - proposed new rule

So, would this new rule be considered a form of censorship on this list? It would seem that if you don't like FB, do what I do, ignore it. But taking the possibility away from others seems a bit harsh. I don't like BAT, but I haven't asked for it to be censored on this list. Loosen up

[MBZ] Who Has A W123...

Dan, I have an 83 300D, but I don't know what you mean about the fuse. If you can describe, I can check. What's the issue? Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics, Inc. Monroe, Ga. 770-267-0850 www.dinnerwareclassics.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] S class

Yes, my 1980 300SD was sold in Atlanta and has always lived here. I've owned it for about 22 years now. It has no rust. I had to finally replace the tranny at about 420,000 miles. And my wife replaced the seats and pads about 20 years ago. It starts and runs fine. I agree that the window

Re: [MBZ] S class

Well, as a 20 year plus owner of a 116, 300SD with over 425,000 miles and all original except the tranny, I can say this dork doesn't know his butt from a hole in the ground about the older MBs. The "legendary 126" has too much plastic on the sides that encourages rust and the seats just split

Re: [MBZ] 240D Starter

Kaleb, Put your wife to work. Hook up the tow cable and tow it to start it. I've done it a few times before with my 300D. Put in neutral, get to over 35mph and put in 2nd. When it starts, put in neutral again and rev the pedal to blow out the excess fuel in the cylinders from your

Re: [MBZ] How bad would you have to overhear at 617 that would cause it not to start?

Floyd, I have no idea what your comment infers. My mechanic previously worked for the Mercedes Dealership here in Atlanta before opening his own shop. Just offering some additional information. Best Wishes, Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics, Inc. Monroe, Ga. 770-267-0850

Re: [MBZ] How bad would you have to overhear at 617 that would cause it not to start?

Kaleb, Just some xtra info. My mechanic once told me that if a diesel doesn't start and you continue trying to crank it that you will "wash down the cylinder walls" and lose compression and it will never start. He said the fix is to remove the glow plugs, pour oil into each cylinder,

Re: [MBZ] The kiss of death

Kaleb, Maybe you just need a piece of tape in the switch. Wish I was kidding, but that's what it took to fix my 2008 Ford Escape ignition. Between the ignition and the 3.0 engine which you almost disassemble in order to do a tuneup, it must be the dumbest Ford creation since the Edsel.

[MBZ] The cath is done

Kaleb, I went through all of this last year only to be given a beta blocker to use only when needed and some low dose blood pressure medicine. Some doctors love tests. Stress causes all of us more problems than anything else. It would seem that with your house issues, job move

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