[MBZ] PHX CL Don't Think I've Seen One of These

2008-03-16 Thread Robert Rentfro
What the? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/607694056.html Bob R ___ 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:

Re: [MBZ] Another Oddity

2008-03-16 Thread Robert Rentfro
, March 16, 2008 10:38 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Another Oddity Robert Rentfro wrote: Sometime in the next month or so both of my cars (the '77 300D and the '87 Acura Legend) will have the exact same mileage on them. What's really strange is that now I know somebody who's

Re: [MBZ] i see 4 buck a gallon diesel today here in atlanta

2008-03-16 Thread Robert Rentfro
To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] i see 4 buck a gallon diesel today here in atlanta On Sun, Mar 16, 2008 at 9:48 AM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I figure its $20K at least to buy a super mileage wonder car. You can buy a lot for fuel for $20K. There are cheap used cars

[MBZ] Things To Check for on This '97 E320

2008-03-16 Thread Robert Rentfro
If I go look at this tomorrow http://tinyurl.com/ys3aod anything specific should check out? BobR ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To

Re: [MBZ] i'm back

2008-03-12 Thread Robert Rentfro
If you're going to be in Phoenix over a Monday maybe we (meaning Chuck, Mr. Jim and me) could do that Monday lunch thing. What do you think gents? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 8:04 AM

Re: [MBZ] i'm back

2008-03-12 Thread Robert Rentfro
Maybe I should read a little further before I start answering posts. Great minds, huh Chuck. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chuck Landenberger Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 8:59 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] i'm back

2008-03-12 Thread Robert Rentfro
I hope those aren't Jim's bowling days. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2008 11:03 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] i'm back Chuck Landenberger wrote: Give a holler when

[MBZ] O.T. PHX CL Touareg TDI

2008-03-10 Thread Robert Rentfro
Jesus, Mary and Joseph! http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/601504218.html Bob R. ___ 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

[MBZ] PHX CL '97 E320

2008-03-10 Thread Robert Rentfro
How's the price for this? Too much? What's correct? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/601589762.html Bob R. Third car shopping ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

[MBZ] PHX CL Car With Story

2008-03-07 Thread Robert Rentfro
Here's a strange one: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/595031007.html Bob R ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] OT, job hunt

2008-03-06 Thread Robert Rentfro
I have done 22 years of 12 hour rotating shifts (week of days, week of nights...repeat). Changes your life. For 3 years before that I did a 2-1-2 rotation; two mids, one day, two swings every week. That sucked. Now I'm on a dayshift gig. I don't know how to act. Bob R -Original

Re: [MBZ] RE OT: The World Has Plenty of Oil

2008-03-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
OK Don typed: I'd like to see numbers on injuries/fatalities per accident by vehicle. I've never found them, but I'm sure the insurance companies have the data to generate them. IF a Benz is as superior in a crash as we like to think, then we should be getting great insurance discounts (which I'm

Re: [MBZ] Rusty?

2008-03-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rusty? That'd be like taking candy from a 2 year old girl. Do you feel comfortable with that??? Luther, shot +31 last Monday On Sat, 01 Mar 2008 10:26:08 -0600, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's why I would go. I'd take Luther there and kick his arse for money

Re: [MBZ] Rusty?

2008-03-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, February 29, 2008 11:53 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rusty? On Fri, 29 Feb 2008 21:07:02 -0700 Robert Rentfro

[MBZ] 190D's

2008-03-02 Thread Robert Rentfro
What did you say you guys who have 190Ds get for fuel mileage? I may go look at this today. http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/591598378.html PO finally got back to me saying the problem is not electrical. Bob R. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] 190D's

2008-03-02 Thread Robert Rentfro
PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Rentfro Sent: Sunday, March 02, 2008 7:42 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] 190D's What did you say you guys who have 190Ds get for fuel mileage? I may go look at this today. http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/591598378.html

[MBZ] R12

2008-03-02 Thread Robert Rentfro
Who has a can of R12 they will sell me? The Acura needs a charge its first one ever. Not bad for 21 years. Bob R. '77 300D 190K '87 Acura Legend 191K ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] R12

2008-03-02 Thread Robert Rentfro
02, 2008 5:50 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] R12 check ebay Robert Rentfro wrote: Who has a can of R12 they will sell me? The Acura needs a charge its first one ever. Not bad for 21 years. Bob R. '77 300D 190K '87 Acura Legend 191K

Re: [MBZ] Rusty?

2008-03-01 Thread Robert Rentfro
Cause I can't be there Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Friday, February 29, 2008 9:53 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rusty? On Fri, 29 Feb 2008 21:07:02 -0700 Robert Rentfro [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Rusty?

2008-03-01 Thread Robert Rentfro
courses on the island for me. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Rentfro Sent: Saturday, March 01, 2008 9:56 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rusty? Cause I can't

Re: [MBZ] Rusty?

2008-02-29 Thread Robert Rentfro
Did he go to golf? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Friday, February 29, 2008 8:08 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rusty? hilton head, as of yesterday. should be back monday. On Fri, Feb 29,

Re: [MBZ] Rusty?

2008-02-29 Thread Robert Rentfro
of those places. On Fri, Feb 29, 2008 at 10:42 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Did he go to golf? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Friday, February 29, 2008 8:08 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] Rusty mentioned in Automobile mag

2008-02-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
Sweet... Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alex Chamberlain Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 10:22 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rusty mentioned in Automobile mag Phone number and URL, that's it. Listed along

Re: [MBZ] Gary / weight

2008-02-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
Is this like a chicken or the egg discussion? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 1:39 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Gary / weight we know that. bill is arguing that

Re: [MBZ] Gary / weight

2008-02-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
Humbug indeed. According to those weight charts I need to be 8'8 Bob R Still on the delardassification quest -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 2:00 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ]

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

2008-02-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
It seems like someone on the list recommended this once: http://www.303products.com/ I've use it and it seems to work well. Is this the kind of stuff you are talking about Hendrik? Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of E M Sent:

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

2008-02-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
Jinx jinx double dog jinx Rick. We sent a post with same advice at the same time. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick Knoble Sent: Monday, February 25, 2008 9:13 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] How much do I love

[MBZ] PHX CL 190D What to Look at First

2008-02-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
Here's what is new today: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/585397320.html If I go look at this, what methodology should I use to determine what is wrong when someone places an ad like this? Any hints? Going to drop the poster an email to get more info. Bob R Still looking for car

[MBZ] PHX CL 300SD

2008-02-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
Maybe this would be better: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/580368837.html Bob R ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] W220 rust

2008-02-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
I don't have a credit card. Renting a car is a pain but certain places will allow the use of a debit cardbut they charge like $400 then credit what you don't spend. I may have to break down and get a credit cardespecially if we go to Japan. Bob R. -Original Message- From:

Re: [MBZ] PHX CL 300SD

2008-02-25 Thread Robert Rentfro
The SDs lister hasn't returned my call yet. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Donald Snook Sent: Monday, February 25, 2008 11:36 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] PHX CL 300SD Bob R. wrote: Maybe this would be better:

Re: [MBZ] was:W220 rust, now: What would You Buy Today?

2008-02-24 Thread Robert Rentfro
Klebaroosky typeth: Just about every car on the road is about the same quality and safety as a MB now days, or for that matter, they all look pretty much the same. Nothing really special about MB anymore. Sad isn't. So, if yous were going to go out today and buy a new car, what would it be

Re: [MBZ] eBay English Major

2008-02-24 Thread Robert Rentfro
That one is about 5 miles from me. I thought about going to look at it except the house across the street has the sun in the back yard. BobR. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick Knoble Sent: Sunday, February 24, 2008 1:09 PM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] eBay English Major

2008-02-24 Thread Robert Rentfro
Look at the photos... Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick Knoble Sent: Sunday, February 24, 2008 2:25 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] eBay English Major except the house across the street has the sun in the

Re: [MBZ] eBay English Major

2008-02-24 Thread Robert Rentfro
Rick typed: AZ car = NO RUST. Only if it's been here all its life. Many an AZ car has spent most of its life elsewhere. Be careful. Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] New Grandfather

2008-02-21 Thread Robert Rentfro
Lt Don typed: Good feeling, isn't it. Can we assume you are the one who greeted Joseph into the world wearing a ball cap? Forget the cigars -- send beer. Amen. I'm surprised there wasn't a photo of wee Joseph suckling on a keg-er-rator. Nice looking tribe there, Tom. Bob R

Re: [MBZ] New Grandfather

2008-02-21 Thread Robert Rentfro
] New Grandfather You a grand-dad too, Bob? Kleb might have to start a list for us. On Thu, Feb 21, 2008 at 8:35 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Lt Don typed: Good feeling, isn't it. Can we assume you are the one who greeted Joseph into the world wearing a ball cap? Forget

Re: [MBZ] Whoa look at the price of fuel

2008-02-20 Thread Robert Rentfro
I can remember my grandfather carping about $0.23 regular and him giving me a blast for driving that krautwagon (my '72 220D)that used $0.32 diesel fuel. This was in '76-'77. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill R Sent: Wednesday,

[MBZ] What!?

2008-02-19 Thread Robert Rentfro
Was there a Mercedes driver partial rapture today? Only 49 posts? Odd. Bob R. ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] What!?

2008-02-19 Thread Robert Rentfro
Never mind...I didn't know my router had locked up not allowing the gush of posts. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Rentfro Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 8:08 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] What

Re: [MBZ] [OT) Football

2008-02-19 Thread Robert Rentfro
I always thought it had more to do with knock-off designer stuff and sweat suits pants with Izod shirts...more of a clothing thing. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jeff Zedic Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 12:48 PM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-18 Thread Robert Rentfro
I'll take your word for it. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Luther Sent: Sunday, February 17, 2008 6:05 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing? Or by cranking the engine so each cylinder is

Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-18 Thread Robert Rentfro
Mitch typed: I'd unhook the breather tube from the valve cover, or reroute it to a jar. If the car quits burning oil and sprays it out the breather instead, you might see if there's a big gap in the breather tube in the valve cover. If the oil still comes out the exhaust without the breather

Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-18 Thread Robert Rentfro
So you think it might simply be valve stem seals? Do you have that evolution documented on a web page? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Monday, February 18, 2008 8:47 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-17 Thread Robert Rentfro
? i wouldn't do anything but drive it On Feb 16, 2008 10:18 PM, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'd try to find a known good engine, and swap it --- On Feb 16, 2008 9:15 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm at 190K miles. Oil usage is consistently at 1 qt per 650 miles or so

Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-17 Thread Robert Rentfro
Vacuum pump is fine. Where is the crankcase breather/PCV located on my engine? At the risk of sounding like an idiot, I'm not sure I have ever checked it. Jeez. BobR '77 300D 190K Starting to be Old Smoky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of

Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-17 Thread Robert Rentfro
to find a known good engine, and swap it --- On Feb 16, 2008 9:15 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm at 190K miles. Oil usage is consistently at 1 qt per 650 miles or so. It's burning, not dripping or getting into the air cleaner housing. Smokes more now on acceleration and at idle

Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-17 Thread Robert Rentfro
Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing? I'd try to find a known good engine, and swap it --- On Feb 16, 2008 9:15 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm at 190K miles. Oil usage is consistently at 1 qt per 650 miles or so. It's burning, not dripping or getting

Re: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-17 Thread Robert Rentfro
: [MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing? we don't have the kind of stuff in georgia On Feb 17, 2008 9:45 AM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It's smoking enough that it may not pass the opacity test in August. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL

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

2008-02-17 Thread Robert Rentfro
Peter typed: Sounds like the Vienna I started a couple weeks ago -- full decoction mash, lower volume that I intended ( 5 rather than my standard 6), so the initial gravity is 1.058. I made a DoppleBock for Big Brew Day last year that took for bleeding ever, but turned out wonderful.

Re: [MBZ] NOW Opacity Test What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-17 Thread Robert Rentfro
Is the temp sender in the engine compartment (where the wire connects to) or elsewhere? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peter Frederick Sent: Sunday, February 17, 2008 10:16 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] NOW

Re: [MBZ] NOW Opacity Test What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-17 Thread Robert Rentfro
down to 1%.. And before you go in, run it hard and keep it hot.. Take care, Chuck PS. We'll get to that lunch w/Jim F one of these days C. On Feb 17, 2008, at 7:55 AM, Robert Rentfro wrote: I know. I wish we didn't here. It's just another way the state gets

Re: [MBZ] NOW Opacity Test What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-17 Thread Robert Rentfro
! Back when I had the '80 300SD, the worst it blew was 4% and when it was windy, it went down to 1%.. And before you go in, run it hard and keep it hot.. Take care, Chuck PS. We'll get to that lunch w/Jim F one of these days C. On Feb 17, 2008, at 7:55 AM, Robert Rentfro

[MBZ] What Should I Start Amassing?

2008-02-16 Thread Robert Rentfro
I'm at 190K miles. Oil usage is consistently at 1 qt per 650 miles or so. It's burning, not dripping or getting into the air cleaner housing. Smokes more now on acceleration and at idle. Suppose it's time to address it. What do you think I'll have to do? What should I start buying now from

Re: [MBZ] WAS Not 240 OT Blacks Whites etc

2008-02-15 Thread Robert Rentfro
Tom Lehrer...haven't heard of him in awhile. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Friday, February 15, 2008 7:45 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] WAS Not 240 OT Blacks Whites etc I'm just glad that we

Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?

2008-02-11 Thread Robert Rentfro
HELLO!!! Ditch eBaygo with Rusty. Scheez. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Alex Chamberlain Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:45 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? On

Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?

2008-02-11 Thread Robert Rentfro
Reads like you have an underlying desire to take this discussion to banned... Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rusty Cullens Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 1:00 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather

Re: [MBZ] Well .... looks like I'm a Mercedes owner :)

2008-02-11 Thread Robert Rentfro
Ed says: She isn't currently running, so new oil and fuses won't do me any good yet. But I'll keep it in mind for later on. Any photos? I love that body style. Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?

2008-02-11 Thread Robert Rentfro
Rusty rocks my parts world. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 12:18 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable? I love Rusty's subtle BUY

Re: [MBZ] High mileage badges [was Re: It's a plot]

2008-02-10 Thread Robert Rentfro
The one thing I think is cheesy about the badges is the plastic hardware they send along to use for mounting. Mine broke within a month and I had to make a metal piece to use in it's stead. Bob R '77 300D 190Kmiles On the way to the 300KM badge -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[MBZ] Clean Oil Off Driveway

2008-02-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
What is the best thing/stuff to use to clean oil drips off of the driveway? Landlord boy came over yesterday to trim an unruly Palo Verde and his wife about busted a vein when she saw the few drips our cars leave. Supposed to be 72.good day to be outdoors (sorry.had to do it). Bob R.

Re: [MBZ] wandering subscriber -- different time zone now

2008-02-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Don revealed: I'm in Thrissur, Kerala [India] That's quite random. What you doing there? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 9:22 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] wandering subscriber -- different time zone now

2008-02-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
. On Feb 9, 2008 10:28 AM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don revealed: I'm in Thrissur, Kerala [India] That's quite random. What you doing there? Bob R -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ apt-get update apt-get upgrade The following packages will be replaced Prez Do you

Re: [MBZ] Clean Oil Off Driveway

2008-02-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
, mop the old oil evenly over the entire drive - never worry about it again. It's only supposed to hit 64F here in Okie land today --- On Feb 9, 2008 11:33 AM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I like Marine Clean from POR-15. Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What is the best thing

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

2008-02-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Bill revealed: especially since it 'died' and I didn't. Sounds like there is a story there. Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or

[MBZ] Things That Happen While Fueling

2008-02-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Went to get fuel at Safeway since everywhere else fuel has reached Safeway's $3.45 price. While mashing in my PIN, I heard the unmistakable klatta klatta coming up behind me and it turns out to be a sweet '79 300SD. The angle of the sun doesn't allow me to see the driver but I hear the door close.

Re: [MBZ] input solicited

2008-02-08 Thread Robert Rentfro
Yer creepin' me out, MacPoos BobR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LWB250 Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 3:12 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List; Banned Subject: Re: [MBZ] input solicited I like it, but then again I don't see anything

Re: [MBZ] A 220D at the grocery...

2008-02-08 Thread Robert Rentfro
Tom told us: I had a 1972 220D with a 4 speed. Great cars. I had a '72 200D manual too. I want another. By far my favorite (so far). Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Dat Foosball is Over

2008-02-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
I'd bet the rent we'll be hearing more about them when someone one of those groups gets talked into being offended and brings some kind of suit. Maybe that's what sales genie is counting on? Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary

Re: [MBZ] slow starter

2008-02-05 Thread Robert Rentfro
You beat me to that -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2008 8:27 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] slow starter Let me guess -- you then had to take the Last Train To

Re: [MBZ] another addition

2008-02-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
Way to go, stud. Looks like one of those Sprinter Vans are in your future. At least Regina will have plenty of help with a youngun. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 6:31 AM To:

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Dat Foosball is Over

2008-02-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
. On Feb 3, 2008 10:49 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Now things can get back to normal around here and I imagine the city of Glendale will collect all the funding needed for '08 by means of the DUIs the PD will probably give out in the next 10-12 hours. I hope Gary has settled down

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Video Card or Monitor?

2008-02-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
Looks like reloading the video/graphics card stuff did the trick. I'm glad I know smart humans. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Rentfro Sent: Sunday, February 03, 2008 1:19 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Dat Foosball is Over

2008-02-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Rentfro Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 3:52 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] O.T. Dat Foosball is Over You didn't miss much. The commercials, for the most part, were lame. Bob R. -Original Message- From

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Dat Foosball is Over

2008-02-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
You didn't miss much. The commercials, for the most part, were lame. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 3:39 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] O.T. Dat Foosball is

Re: [MBZ] cheap manny 190D

2008-02-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
So far away. I am glad the crack in the pan can be poxied. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 7:01 PM To: mercedes Mailing List Subject: [MBZ] cheap manny 190D

Re: [MBZ] this is nice

2008-02-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
That's closer. Maybe it's time to bid a little. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 7:09 PM To: mercedes Mailing List Subject: [MBZ] this is nice

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Dat Foosball is Over

2008-02-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
On Feb 4, 2008 1:21 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I don't even think the Pats are the greatest something and one team ever Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Monday

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Dat Foosball is Over

2008-02-04 Thread Robert Rentfro
and illiteracy just reached a new low? the one with the chinese pandas was even shocking. can you imagine the uproar of those pandas were black? On Feb 4, 2008 5:51 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You didn't miss much. The commercials, for the most part, were lame. Bob R

[MBZ] O.T. Video Card or Monitor?

2008-02-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
So.all the type on everything has become ghosty.almost transparent. It is the same regardless of the size or color of the font.it is doing it on web pages, in Word, and in emails, although emails aren't as bad. What do you smart computer dudes reckon the deal is? I've already messed with the

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Video Card or Monitor?

2008-02-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
Subject: Re: [MBZ] O.T. Video Card or Monitor? Try cleaning the contacts where the monitor cable connects to the video card, and the monitor end if it's a connector instead of hardwired in. Otherwise, I suspect that the monitor is dead/dying. On Feb 3, 2008 11:57 AM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Video Card or Monitor?

2008-02-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs . - Original Message - From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, February 03, 2008 12:57 PM Subject: [MBZ] O.T. Video Card or Monitor? So.all the type on everything has become

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

2008-02-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
You're getting a bit carried away.. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Sunday, February 03, 2008 5:31 PM To: Banned List; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] brady bunch getting beaten all over the field if you pats

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

2008-02-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
bunch getting beaten all over the field i am so sick of these fools telling us that the pats are so great the jints have no hope. we are kicking their asses. it's that simple. On Feb 3, 2008 8:01 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You're getting a bit carried away.. -Original

[MBZ] O.T. Dat Foosball is Over

2008-02-03 Thread Robert Rentfro
Now things can get back to normal around here and I imagine the city of Glendale will collect all the funding needed for '08 by means of the DUIs the PD will probably give out in the next 10-12 hours. I hope Gary has settled down by now..tough on his heart I bet. Bob R

Re: [MBZ] driving pleasure

2008-02-01 Thread Robert Rentfro
That girl is a super fly hottie. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chuck Landenberger Sent: Friday, February 01, 2008 9:10 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] driving pleasure A young lady driving a Cadillac in a

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

2008-01-31 Thread Robert Rentfro
You can make mad money making pizzas if you're careful. Back in the day (early '80s) when my brother=in-law and I owned some sub shops near Bradley University in Peoria, IL, we had a small freestanding building. Long story short, made good money...sold thriving business to a guy who

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

2008-01-31 Thread Robert Rentfro
People from CA have a bad habit of driving in the left lane while doing at or just below the speed limit. I will sometimes come up right behind them and tailgate them in an effort to get them to get the heck in the right lane. I don't flash my lightthis isn't the Autobahn. Bob R.

Re: [MBZ] You asked for it

2008-01-31 Thread Robert Rentfro
I think my all time driving one is when people are bombing along at the speed limit on either the freeway or on a street and they slow way down simply because John Law is visible somewhere. It's dumb on a street and dangerous on the freeway. Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] OT: Why do almost all of my posts tomercedes@okiebenz.com keep getting returned as failure to del

2008-01-30 Thread Robert Rentfro
188 people were able to post today. BobR. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Wednesday, January 30, 2008 7:45 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Why do almost all of my posts

Re: [MBZ] OT: Why do almost all of my poststomercedes@okiebenz.com keep getting returned as failure to del

2008-01-30 Thread Robert Rentfro
keep getting returned as failure to del 187 of whom didn't have sore throats. On Jan 30, 2008 8:53 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 188 people were able to post today. BobR. -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ apt-get update apt-get upgrade The following packages

[MBZ] PHX CL 560SEL

2008-01-29 Thread Robert Rentfro
Oh my..is this the good one? http://phoenix.craigslist.org/car/40430.html Should I look? Bob R '77 300D 189K ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

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

2008-01-29 Thread Robert Rentfro
Well said. This is like so much else in lifeuse what you need and leave the rest. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Tuesday, January 29, 2008 4:42 PM To: mercedes Mailing List Subject: [MBZ] message from

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

2008-01-29 Thread Robert Rentfro
OkieQ, IowaQ...what exactly on tap for this summer? Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Tuesday, January 29, 2008 7:35 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] WAY OT: We Need A Chat Room Are you saying

Re: [MBZ] PHX CL 560SEL

2008-01-29 Thread Robert Rentfro
I live with 22 with my 300D... -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of OK Don Sent: Tuesday, January 29, 2008 7:53 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] PHX CL 560SEL Can you live with 18MPG? On Jan 29, 2008 11:12 AM, Robert Rentfro

Re: [MBZ] Auto Taxes, etc.

2008-01-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
One of my work associates quit when housing prices here were stupid, sold his 1800sq ft cookie cutter house here for $365K and moved up in your area, Kaleb, and got some crazy big house on 1.5 acres and he has his own pond and he has money left over. Now I noticed his house here is in

Re: [MBZ] Fuel vacuum again?

2008-01-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
Nice service guy. Usually, when presented a chance to make money in a screwing fashion, they will. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Aleph93 Sent: Sunday, January 27, 2008 8:32 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fuel

Re: [MBZ] Had we but world enough

2008-01-27 Thread Robert Rentfro
It appears our wives are related... Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Frederick W Moir Sent: Sunday, January 27, 2008 9:22 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Had we but world enough To his coy mistress Had we but world

Re: [MBZ] Auto Taxes, etc.

2008-01-26 Thread Robert Rentfro
Another example of how life is a series of tradeoffs. Someone please let me know when they have found the perfect place. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LWB250 Sent: Saturday, January 26, 2008 8:24 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] Auto Taxes, etc.

2008-01-26 Thread Robert Rentfro
Good old Andy is correct. I have not thought of him in quite awhile. He was my high school English teacher's (had him all four years teaching me everything from English, to Shakespeare, to journalism...and he was unabashedly and unapologetically gay in the mid '70's in a small Central Illinois

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