Re: [MBZ] OT, computers again

2008-01-27 Thread Rick Knoble
> When was the last time MS ever released an OS back to back like that? > Windows ME, followed by Window 2000 Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

[MBZ] OT was Re: Need to call this Forum "Everything BUT Mercedes Forum"

2008-01-29 Thread Rick Knoble
plenty of straight shooters on this list, both literally and figuratively. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsu

Re: [MBZ] OT, computers again

2008-01-29 Thread Rick Knoble
Windows disk, there are DLL's that need to be re-registered. Here is the fix that I used when I had that very same problem on my kids computer. http://windowssecrets.com/2007/09/27/03-Stealth-Windows-update-prevents-XP-repair Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT _

Re: [MBZ] OT, computers again

2008-01-29 Thread Rick Knoble
> WOW, that fixed my problem. These OT questions are great!! This list > is more helpful than just for MB problems. > Glad it worked. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official

Re: [MBZ] message from the ADMIN about off topic posts

2008-01-29 Thread Rick Knoble
> Maybe we should discuss my views on ADD and ADHD as diagnosed by doctors. > Please do. My oldest kid has ADHD. I used to think it was a made up excuse for incorrigible kids. I now know different. I wouldn't wish ADHD on any parent. It sux. Rick Knoble Single Da

Re: [MBZ] message from the ADMIN about off topic posts

2008-01-29 Thread Rick Knoble
>I have a 21 year old "child" who is bipolar. We went > through ADD/ADHD long before it was fashionable. He > was the poster child for drug trials for this crap, > too. > > Thank goodness for modern pharmaceuticals. Without > them he would be in an institution, not a functional > member of soci

Re: [MBZ] message from the ADMIN about off topic posts

2008-01-29 Thread Rick Knoble
> How many ex wives do you have? Two. That is plenty. First marriage lasted 14 years, infidelity (mine) and drugs killed it. Second marriage lasted two years on paper (she needed health insurance for mental health issues). Bi-polar killed that marriage. Rick Kno

[MBZ] WAY OT: We Need A Chat Room

2008-01-29 Thread Rick Knoble
move your parts are running... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options g

Re: [MBZ] OT, 2 hard drives, only one shows up

2008-01-29 Thread Rick Knoble
> Got 2 hard drives on this computer. Both show in BIOS. Only the master > shows up in windows. Anybody got a clue? I just put a new, larger 2nd drive in my computer. It didn't show up until I used the manufacturers software and "installed" it. It is a Western Digital and came with their "Da

Re: [MBZ] Check out my bike video

2008-01-30 Thread Rick Knoble
> Within 5K of the original selling price. My FLHTCU (Ultra Classic > Electraglide) cost $17,500 in 1992. The current version of my bike costs > $26,500! > I know. I bought one Rick Knoble '07 FLHTCU ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] message from the ADMIN about off topic posts

2008-01-30 Thread Rick Knoble
ike nails. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] WAY OT: We Need A Chat Room

2008-01-30 Thread Rick Knoble
> Are you saying you committing to attending an IowaQ? YES. We're there, dude. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EM

Re: [MBZ] message from the ADMIN about off topic posts

2008-01-30 Thread Rick Knoble
> Just be glad she wasn't borderline! (Hit Google.) I read the description on Wikipedia. She may very well be borderline. Not fun. At all. Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] Check out my bike video

2008-01-30 Thread Rick Knoble
> "For some people that is all they can afford, not everyone is a lawyer on a > six figure salary." > > And some of us ARE lawyers, but still don't have six figure salaries. :) > Sigh, maybe one day. > > Donald H. Snook I bet your education was more than s

Re: [MBZ] message from the ADMIN about off topic posts

2008-01-30 Thread Rick Knoble
help soon, there may not be another day. Rick Knoble ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Need to call this Forum "Everything BUT Mercedes Forum"

2008-01-30 Thread Rick Knoble
y of straight shooters on this list, both literally and figuratively. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsu

Re: [MBZ] Middle-age is truly depressing, study finds

2008-01-30 Thread Rick Knoble
> Middle age is truly miserable, > "Only in their fifties do people emerge from this low period." I will be fourty nine next month. Only one more year of this crap. WOOHOO Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okie

Re: [MBZ] OT Taking a Poll on Tailgating - Not a Rant

2008-01-30 Thread Rick Knoble
ving a 240d or a 190d, you need to mash the pedal to the floor. That will get you accelerating at a modest clip and fog whomever is behind you with a cloud of dark soot. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] Again, I ask, why are the majority of my posts bouncing back?

2008-01-31 Thread Rick Knoble
Richards computer or ISP. > Perhaps Richard could try another browser or using an online email > account such as hotmail or yahoo. > I have been having problems with hotmail lately. It was completely crashed this noon time. Seems all better now. I just waded through 200 emails from th

Re: [MBZ] why america is finished (pizza, not mercedes)

2008-01-31 Thread Rick Knoble
> What's my favorite pizza? Chicago style - but only in Chicago & eaten at a > local pizza store! Everyone else's Chicago style pizza is a poor imitation. > > Thanks, > Tom Hargrave Exactly! Rick Knoble 45 minutes from Chicago __

Re: [MBZ] why america is finished (pizza, not mercedes)

2008-01-31 Thread Rick Knoble
> > Rick Knoble > 45 minutes from Chicago > Are you north, south, east or west of Chicago? > > Thanks, > Tom Hargrave Southeast. I live in Northwest Indiana. Portage to be exact. Google 46368 Stop by next time you are on your way home from Wisconsin. I'll buy you a

Re: [MBZ] why america is finished (pizza, not mercedes)

2008-01-31 Thread Rick Knoble
Tom, Probably more on topic to take you out for a pizza and beer. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsu

Re: [MBZ] You asked for it

2008-01-31 Thread Rick Knoble
atens my life with their loaded weapon (suv). I wonder if that would be justifiable homicide? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [

Re: [MBZ] OT Taking a Poll on Tailgating - Not a Rant

2008-02-01 Thread Rick Knoble
homes. I do dislike some of the bad habits that some inconsiderate drivers have, but oh well, that is life. Rick Knoble "Lead, follow, or get the hell out of the way" ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.

[MBZ] OT And You Thought You Were Cheap

2008-02-02 Thread Rick Knoble
e.com/watch?v=cMCdbKqv1pg Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

[MBZ] ON TOPIC: Auto (Mercedes) Maintenance Records

2008-02-02 Thread Rick Knoble
I know many of you (us) are very anal about recording vehicle maintenance. Does anyone have any examples of spreadsheets that they can share? Thanks, Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list spo

[MBZ] Kaleb Special mercedes benz 240D - $150

2008-02-03 Thread Rick Knoble
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/car/560631707.html Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or chang

[MBZ] Somebody Needs This

2008-02-03 Thread Rick Knoble
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/DIESEL-MERCEDES-BENZ-500-SEC-TURBODIESEL-CONVERSION_W0QQitemZ320213965726QQihZ011QQcategoryZ6332QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Interesting, very interesting... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT __

Re: [MBZ] brady bunch getting beaten all over the field

2008-02-03 Thread Rick Knoble
> are there giants the greatest team of all time? hmmm, maybe, just maybe. Nope. '85 Bears. They also kicked the crap out of a Patriots team. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official

Re: [MBZ] another addition

2008-02-04 Thread Rick Knoble
-Sprinter-Limousine-Mercedes-Diesel-limo_W0QQitemZ230217163245QQihZ013QQcategoryZ6336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.

[MBZ] S-Class In Okie-land

2008-02-05 Thread Rick Knoble
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/car/563967303.html This guy flunked English. No punctuation. At least it is all in caps. 116? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list spo

Re: [MBZ] S-Class In Okie-land

2008-02-05 Thread Rick Knoble
> This guy flunked English. No punctuation. At least it is all in caps. I meant ISN'T in CAPS. Maybe I flunked English... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.b

Re: [MBZ] Linux fans rejoice

2008-02-09 Thread Rick Knoble
these services are illiterate Neanderthals, but not "all". I take offense. If it is any consolation, my home page is an iGoogle page, customized to my liking. Should I have a G-mail account to vindicate myself? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT

[MBZ] Somebody Needs This

2008-02-09 Thread Rick Knoble
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/407-DIESEL-Crew-Cab-German-Fire-Truck-like-Unimog-DoKa_W0QQitemZ200198783248QQihZ010QQcategoryZ31854QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem MB Minivan in the making? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.ok

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-10 Thread Rick Knoble
researched what the safest cars of the day were. They were, of course Mercedes. From then on, that is what he drove. He had posted an email relating this much better than I have, a few years ago... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.

Re: [MBZ] Cars of the 70s - comparing gas GM to gas Mercedes and Vettes

2008-02-16 Thread Rick Knoble
ks in part to improved engine management through the use of computer controls. The vacuum emissions crap on mid-seventies domestic autos was horrific. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor

Re: [MBZ] Cars of the 70s - comparing gas GM to gas MercedesandVettes

2008-02-16 Thread Rick Knoble
simple, but at the time, my teenage mind was boggled by the apparent complexity of it all... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [

Re: [MBZ] OT now beer. aerial views not like OZ

2008-02-17 Thread Rick Knoble
> Since I can't drink anymore I wonder if I'm still allowed to read posts like > that? > > BobR Yeah. I don't drink any more and I read 'em. Just don't get too thirsty... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT __

Re: [MBZ] New Grandfather

2008-02-21 Thread Rick Knoble
> Rumor is, I am now a Grandfather. Congratulations!!! Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or ch

Re: [MBZ] OT: The eco debate

2008-02-23 Thread Rick Knoble
me that I have been using for nearly twenty years. OTOH, some cheap made in China fluorescents I have purchased recently didn't last as long as an incandescent. I have NO IDEA who makes high quality CFL at the present time. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT __

[MBZ] Nebraska Rod Bender

2008-02-23 Thread Rick Knoble
http://omaha.craigslist.org/pts/583609650.html Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delive

Re: [MBZ] Fw: How old is Grandpa???

2008-02-23 Thread Rick Knoble
reminds me of a Tim McGraw song I miss "back when"... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To U

[MBZ] eBay 1990 124 diesel cheap

2008-02-23 Thread Rick Knoble
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300D_W0QQitemZ220205306215QQihZ012QQcategoryZ6330QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Cheap Florida 124 diesel. This one will go quick. $2700 buy it now and a seller with 100% feedback. I am tempted to buy it myself. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD &#

[MBZ] eBay English Major

2008-02-24 Thread Rick Knoble
Complete description in one sentence. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/wdbab23a1db370879_W0QQitemZ110226722369QQihZ001QQcategoryZ6329QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts se

Re: [MBZ] eBay English Major

2008-02-24 Thread Rick Knoble
> except the house across the street has the sun in the back yard. > > BobR. Huh? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [E

Re: [MBZ] eBay English Major

2008-02-24 Thread Rick Knoble
probably needs a clutch and or flex disks (from the way he stalls it to turn it off). Another project. Just what I need.... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.

Re: [MBZ] How much do I love my car?

2008-02-25 Thread Rick Knoble
thing better. Vinyl and rubber bits get 303 Aerospace Protectant. http://www.303products.com/index.htm Good stuff. Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.

Re: [MBZ] How much do I love my car?

2008-02-25 Thread Rick Knoble
>Jinx jinx double dog jinx Rick. We sent a post with same advice at the same >time. >Bob R Great minds... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ F

Re: [MBZ] One Hundred People

2008-02-25 Thread Rick Knoble
> Comment? Makes me damn happy about who, what and where I am. Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL P

Re: [MBZ] 1993 300D 2.5 Turbo

2008-02-27 Thread Rick Knoble
>Anything to watch for with these cars? AC evaporator, motor mounts, serpentine belt tensioner. Here is a link to the buying guide at MBZ.org. It was put together by Dave M. and Marshall. I trust their facts. http://www.mbz.org/articles/buying/checklists/124/ Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Kno

Re: [MBZ] 1993 300D 2.5 Turbo

2008-02-27 Thread Rick Knoble
I forgot to add that, in most opinions I have heard, these are the finest Mercedes ever built. Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] Gary / weight

2008-02-27 Thread Rick Knoble
o comfort eating. There are other factors and I am sure someone else will contribute. Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] Gary / weight

2008-02-27 Thread Rick Knoble
/releases/2004/12/041206210355.htm http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=55951 http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2004-12-06-sleep-weight-gain_x.htm There are many more, however these should suffice. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '

[MBZ] Somebody Needs This!

2008-02-29 Thread Rick Knoble
http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/car/590913279.html Kaleb? Anybody? This is a bargain... Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] eBay seller threatens to sue me.

2008-03-01 Thread Rick Knoble
r the feature is installed or available. Please confirm with Mercedes Benz, as we will sometime next week. " Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.co

[MBZ] OT: Harmonic Balancer Bolt Removal

2008-03-02 Thread Rick Knoble
I now know that my clutch slips. Like I really need something ELSE to fix. If I had a welder, I would attempt to weld up a jig, alas, I currently have no welder. Any ideas? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new par

Re: [MBZ] '01 S430 - $4000??

2008-03-02 Thread Rick Knoble
> http://lansing.craigslist.org/car/593284929.html > > What's the commentary on the UN doing in the ad? > Is that some kind of bizarre search engine spamming? I have seen stuff like that on a lot of spam ads. Not sure where it comes from... Rick Knoble 

Re: [MBZ] OT, job hunt

2008-03-06 Thread Rick Knoble
ross > the street has been working it for years and loves it - so it all > depends. I have worked midnights for five years now. It sucks... Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new part

Re: [MBZ] 190D 2.5 for sale No Affil And W201 Repair CD

2008-03-08 Thread Rick Knoble
Model 201 zip file. If you need a copy of Winzip, it can be had here. http://www.winzip.com/downwz.htm Sorry 'bout that. I hope this helps. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

[MBZ] Something For Kaleb

2008-03-11 Thread Rick Knoble
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/car/596574120.html Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROT

[MBZ] Donald Snook, Your Brother Needs This

2008-08-05 Thread Rick Knoble
http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/car/783012458.html The epitome of Detroit excess. Fins, Chrome, a trunk bigger than some hotel rooms... A buddy of mine from high school had a couple of these when we were kids... some thirty plus years ago... Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble &#x

Re: [MBZ] John got screwed on his CDI

2008-08-05 Thread Rick Knoble
> Oh, remember, you are talking to a "recovering Engineer". > Which means the glass is neither 1/2 full or half empty. It is simply too big. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see o

Re: [MBZ] wheel bearing end play

2008-08-07 Thread Rick Knoble
> Can someone remind me of the proper end play for a properly tightened > front wheel bearing (my 1983 300D). half a thousandth. 0005" Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see offici

Re: [MBZ] Barry O'Bama

2008-08-11 Thread Rick Knoble
> mr we could use a man like herbert hoover again! Didn't need no welfare state. Everybody pulled his weight. Gee, our old LaSalle ran great. Those were the days... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

[MBZ] Kaleb Car In KC

2008-08-11 Thread Rick Knoble
http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/79187.html Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROT

[MBZ] Money Pit Anyone?

2008-08-12 Thread Rick Knoble
http://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/793327343.html Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROT

[MBZ] Kaleb Car In Wisconsin

2008-08-12 Thread Rick Knoble
http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/cto/793377355.html Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROT

Re: [MBZ] OT topic Volvo

2008-08-12 Thread Rick Knoble
> I hope that these new tail lights will solve the problem. If not, then I > will try hard wiring them. Or, since I will likely only have the car for a > year, I hope these new lights will work until I sell it. A year would be long term ownership in your case. :) Rick Knoble '

[MBZ] Another Kaleb Car

2008-08-12 Thread Rick Knoble
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/794145309.html Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROT

Re: [MBZ] 80 300SD goes to market

2008-08-12 Thread Rick Knoble
> At the risk of waxing philosophical, I don't worry about stuff like this -- > because there is an afterlife where accounts are settled. Call it reciprocity, karma, mojo, bad luck or whatever, a LOT of accounts get settled in this life. Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Knoble '85 3

[MBZ] Kaleb Car In Wisconsin

2008-08-13 Thread Rick Knoble
http://madison.craigslist.org/cto/794463443.html ..must ..resist... urge.. to ...buy... Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] I love to fix something

2008-08-13 Thread Rick Knoble
> It really does make you feel good to fix something yourself. > and that, folks, is the reason we are here. It ain't for the money, It ain't for the glory, It ain't for the free whiskey... It's for the ... satisfaction! Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Kno

Re: [MBZ] new web interface at muymbparts?

2008-08-13 Thread Rick Knoble
> BTW, is there a BuyUSParts.com? > I need a GM 2.4L TwinCam water pump, like maybe a Delco 252-779 > or 251-644, or Bosch 96115. Any idea why that Delco 251444 pump kit costs > twice > as much as the 252779 pump? www.rockauto.com Rick Knoble '

Re: [MBZ] Barry O'Bama

2008-08-15 Thread Rick Knoble
art of the Bush tax cuts was a $1000 tax CREDIT per child up to $2000 dollars. It is gradually phased out after $75000 a year for single parents and I don't know the income for couples. That is a tax increase on the LOWER MIDDLE class and the WORKING POOR. Rick Knoble &

[MBZ] Kaleb Cars

2008-08-15 Thread Rick Knoble
unil is not in OH anymore... http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/797738974.html '87 S class Talk him down? http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/797134347.html Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okie

Re: [MBZ] OT - hot rods

2008-08-15 Thread Rick Knoble
with the wheel shop. There are plans for the company to move from their location in La Habra in the near future. For further information please contact Jo Coddington at [EMAIL PROTECTED] Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okieben

Re: [MBZ] OT - EV

2008-08-15 Thread Rick Knoble
> BTW, that reminds me: In Oct 57, I began a coupla years+ as a B-47 > maintenance crew chief I have always thought that the B-47 was one of the most beautiful planes to ever fly. Never seen one in person... Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT

Re: [MBZ] W201 190D Transmission vacuum diagram/advice needed

2008-08-18 Thread Rick Knoble
> BTW, the www.PeterSchmid.com website seems to be missing. Isn't there a > 'way-back machine' trick to bring up a cache of old webpages? Like this one? http://web.archive.org/web/20071214234944/http://www.peterschmid.com/ Rick Knoble

Re: [MBZ] W201 190D Transmission vacuum diagram/advice needed

2008-08-18 Thread Rick Knoble
>> BTW, the www.PeterSchmid.com website seems to be missing. Isn't there a >> 'way-back machine' trick to bring up a cache of old webpages? This is it now. http://www.peterschmidtransmission.com/ HTH, Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___

Re: [MBZ] Im so lazy I let cars sit around too long

2008-08-24 Thread Rick Knoble
> I really should start selling > off some of my projects that I know I will probably never get to You and me both. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT with more projects than I care to list (some are probably older than you!) Anyone care to start a procrastination list

[MBZ] Kaleb Car

2008-08-25 Thread Rick Knoble
Sorry Kaleb, I had to post this one. I will buy it off of you after you fix the glow plugs and make sure this a-hole hasn't blown the head off of it. http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/812101910.html Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT

Re: [MBZ] OT: Philosophical question

2008-08-27 Thread Rick Knoble
>That was the rule when I was a kid but now I hate having stuff cluttering up >the place, and I hate throwing stuff away. >Is it worse to throw it away than to sell it? >-Curt http://www.freecycle.org/ Look for a Yahoo group near you... Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Knoble '85

Re: [MBZ] Had / got to drive the company's Suburbanyesterday/McMansions

2008-08-28 Thread Rick Knoble
there is a bank greedy enough to finance it, let happen what is going to happen. Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] OT Politics Sarah Palin/ Moose Friday

2008-08-29 Thread Rick Knoble
http://www.usnews.com/articles/news/2008/08/29/10-things-you-didnt-know-about-sarah-palin.html Paragraph 4 http://www.cbsnews.com/blogs/2008/08/29/politics/horserace/entry4397867.shtml Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For n

Re: [MBZ] OT - link to Jay Leno's garage

2008-08-29 Thread Rick Knoble
> Lost my link to Jay Leno's garage somehow. Anybody have it? TIA > > Wilton www.jaylenosgarage.com/ Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.c

Re: [MBZ] OT Politics Sarah Palin

2008-08-30 Thread Rick Knoble
.org/wiki/Image:McCain-Palin_2008_logo.jpg The Sarah Palin page is locked http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarah_Palin Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For u

Re: [MBZ] OT Politics Sarah Palin

2008-08-30 Thread Rick Knoble
> pity Arnie is not allowed to run. > > Hendrik I agree. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Un

[MBZ] Offer $500?

2008-08-30 Thread Rick Knoble
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/819596826.html V-12 sedan in Okie-land. Probably thinks it's worth $50k. Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official lis

Re: [MBZ] OT- GREAT AIRPLANE STORY - easily outruns an MB

2008-08-30 Thread Rick Knoble
on a computers ability than their own. Engineers of yore were more savvy I think. Caveats, YMMV My 2¢ Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] How my day went from good, to bad, to good, to bad,

2008-09-02 Thread Rick Knoble
ake us all friends, even though most of us have never met in person. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscri

Re: [MBZ] How my day went from good, to bad, to good, to bad, to really bad, to really really bad, to nightmare

2008-09-02 Thread Rick Knoble
Congratulations on your newborn. I am sure your son will be a picture of perfect health in a few short days. Your MB may be a different story... Remember what the important things are. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] How my day went from good, to bad, to good, to bad,

2008-09-02 Thread Rick Knoble
e was a debate on Sarah Palin on banned and I was gonna look it up on the archives. Guess that isn't gonna happen. I was on there a while back and the email volume was overwhelming, most of it personal attacks and such drivel. Not my cup of tea. Rick Knoble

Re: [MBZ] GPS question

2008-09-04 Thread Rick Knoble
ge=4 http://www.gpsnow.com/motorcycle_gps.htm http://www.buymotorcyclegps.com/ Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To U

Re: [MBZ] drag coefficents

2008-09-05 Thread Rick Knoble
ont-Page_stcVVproductId1376365VVcatId455366VVviewprod.htm Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery option

Re: [MBZ] What do you suppose?

2008-09-06 Thread Rick Knoble
>> http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/cto/827585950.html >> What do you suppose a $595 car could need that the dealer would put in for > $700 that would make sense to mention in a Craigslist listing? Sway bar? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___

Re: [MBZ] What do you suppose?

2008-09-06 Thread Rick Knoble
IN HAVERHILL, MA. ANY QUESTIONS CALL, 603 - 642 -6077 TY, JOHN Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EM

[MBZ] Hdrogen fuel cell cars was Re: What would you buy now?

2008-09-08 Thread Rick Knoble
> i'm wondering how far we are from hydrogen cell cars? Depends on how far you are from Southern California. http://automobiles.honda.com/fcx-clarity/ http://automobiles.honda.com/fcx-clarity/drive-fcx-clarity.aspx Rick Knoble '85 300

[MBZ] Detailing Questions

2008-09-09 Thread Rick Knoble
3 Quick questions (w/possible Mercedes content :-) ) 1. What is the best buffer to use on the cars paint? I.E. Porter Cable, ect. Dual action, rotary...ect. 2. What is the best way to clean, shampoo, scrub cloth upholstery? 3. What is the best way to clean, shampoo, scrub carpets? Rick Knoble

Re: [MBZ] OT: Motorcycle oil

2008-09-10 Thread Rick Knoble
esel oil. For that matter, I run 5w-40 diesel oil or 15w-50 mobil 1 in everything I drive, except the bikes. Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

[MBZ] Cheap W140 Rodbender

2008-09-12 Thread Rick Knoble
http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/837798777.html Not Mine, No Affiliation, ect. Rick Knoble '87 190DT '85 300CD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROT

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