Re: [MBZ] 300sd.com -- 510s

2007-04-03 Thread Kevin Kraly
there is a diesel engine for that car. Drops in pretty nicely my friend was saying. Could it be the 2.4L straight 6 cylinder diesel that was put into the early 80's Maximas? Kevin in hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266K miles, Ursula

[MBZ] OT VW Rabbit

2007-04-06 Thread Kevin Kraly
Hello fellow MB-ers. I have an opportunity to pick one up for nothing since the owner and his father want it gone from the driveway. I believe it's a '78 which would mean that it's a German-made Rabbit not the US or Mexican models since it has round headlights and the horizontally slotted

Re: [MBZ] OT VW Rabbit

2007-04-06 Thread Kevin Kraly
Hi, Harry, and thanks for the info. 67hp is pretty good for a light, little Rabbit. I'll keep everyone posted on how it turns out. Do these 1.7L? engines require periodic valve clearance adjustment? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266K miles, Ursula 1978 Rabbit, FNU,LNU, getting dragged

Re: [MBZ] OT VW Rabbit

2007-04-06 Thread Kevin Kraly
It's a gasser Bunny. I know that the 1.6L diesel only makes about 52hp. I was hoping that it was a diesel as I pulled off the fuel cap, but oh well. It's still more than worth the $0.00 price tag, a fun little project. Hopefully, I'll have her hoppin' down the bunny trail in no time, after

Re: [MBZ] OT Prius and OT VW Rabbit

2007-04-06 Thread Kevin Kraly
tell me again why a 40 mpg prius is supposed to be so great... .. . oh yeah, cause they are so ugly. There was a commercial on the other day claiming that the Prius has a 60mpg rating. From what I've heard, they don't even come close to living

Re: [MBZ] OT VW Rabbit

2007-04-06 Thread Kevin Kraly
I still pine for a pristine '79 German-built four door. Gas or Diesel? That would be quite a nice one to have in either flavor. When did they switch over from being German built to being built in the USA/Mexico? My memory says 1980 although the Rabbit/Cabriolet convertibles were all built

Re: [MBZ] another reason to do your own work

2007-04-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
This happened to my dad's 2003 Jetta that he purchased used. It was a dealer trade, so the selling dealer wasn't who serviced it. Unfortunately, I wasn't with him. Enough damage occurred to cause a rod knock which they wouldn't fix. I would have advised him to run it until it seized so that

Re: [MBZ] Fickle Love

2007-04-17 Thread Kevin Kraly
I blew right past her. No matter how pleasant to drive, you can't do that in the Frankenheap! I love the periodic change of steed. The difference is just as pronounced in the SD and the Cummins Diesel. The SD is faster than the old NA 300D/CD's, but that Cummins with it's 325hp and

Re: [MBZ] OT: Dodge Cummins Pickups

2007-04-18 Thread Kevin Kraly
I sure hope they didn't screw it up! (Ala Ford's 6.0) Ford recently came out with a 6.4L powerstroke Diesel with two turbos, one to increase off idle performance and the other to increase mid to high RPM performance. That sounds like too many sensors for me! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983

Re: [MBZ] It seems I am the king of the 2.5 turbo

2007-04-20 Thread Kevin Kraly
I bet you paid just a LITTLE more than $500 for that one, a Euro spec 250D Turbo! Maybe, instead of moving to a larger house across town, I should move to OK and team up with K'leb and get a piece of MB paradise! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267K miles, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Gump worth this?

2007-04-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
Sounds like a $3700 piece of junk to me! However, it can run on biodiesel, and it also uses 1-2qts between oil changes! He should have said that the new own would need to be someone who revives old jumkers rather than someone who likes taking care of an older car. There's a '75 240D for

Re: [MBZ] dilemma and fair price for a 79 300TD

2007-04-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
$1200 for a TD Turbo Diesel wagon in decent running condition? If that was near Portland OR, I would jump on it However, if it really was nere near me, it would be at least 3 times that as there's a 1982 for sale for $3450, white with tan interior.

Re: [MBZ] Lt Don's MC, was: My 300SEL on ebay

2007-04-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
A neighbor of mine had a '79 R100S, his dad had one of the same year full dress (R100RTS), and one of their friends had an R100RS. There was a 1963? or so R60 or R65 that used to pop in from time to time. I got to ride on the back of the R100S, a very smooth bike. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR

Re: [MBZ] Frenchie diesel?

2007-04-26 Thread Kevin Kraly
I've seen a few 504's go up for sale on craigslist from time to time, and I've thought about purchasing one. Some say that the 504 is ugly, but I prefer to call it slightly different. While growing up, there was a neighbor a few houses down who had 4 504's, 3 being Diesels. He and his wife

Re: [MBZ] DONKED -- An Edumacashun

2007-04-30 Thread Kevin Kraly
Tim 1982 300TD You didn't end up selling it! Great move! Either a W123 or W124 300TD Turbo Diesel will be my next Mercedes. W124 300TD's are going for at least 8K and for as much as 11K here in Portland, OR. I've even seen a few W123 'TD's for nearly that much. In top condition, my SD

Re: [MBZ] DONKED -- An Edumacashun

2007-05-01 Thread Kevin Kraly
I could drive out to Portland and fly back with my ill gotten gains. Not so fast hahahahaha! I'm looking for the RIGHT ONE, very little to no rust, good to excellent interior, strong engine, all in all, a nice, presentable driver. I've got nothin' but time to find it, and the longer I wait,

[MBZ] 300TD prices in Portland was Re: DONKED -- An Edumacashun

2007-05-01 Thread Kevin Kraly
Here's what's out there on Craigslist right now. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/319205766.html An '85 300TDt for $8500 with 170K original miles in excellent condition, http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/318110545.html Here's a 1980 300TD NA with 160K original miles, also for $8500

[MBZ] another 300TD wagon with a mislabeled ad

2007-05-01 Thread Kevin Kraly
http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/car/320144659.html This one is a 1982 300TD Station Wagon for $10489, no mention of mileage other than it's a low mileage example. There's the 300TD market as it stands right now. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267K miles, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] another 300TD wagon with a mislabeled ad

2007-05-02 Thread Kevin Kraly
Hi, Luther. SD's don't seem to bring NEARLYYY the money that 300TDt's do, even exceptionally well kept low mileage examples. There's a 1982 with 158K miles on it right now with an asking price of $6K, smooth runner, lots of new parts, everything works, uses no oil, .

Re: [MBZ] 300TD prices in Portland was Re: DONKED -- An Edumacashun

2007-05-02 Thread Kevin Kraly
I've seen 300tD's with similar mileage to yours for $5K or so. The maintenance records would make quite a difference, and the rust wouldn't be too much of a concern if properly repaired. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] 300TD prices in Portland was Re: DONKED -- An Edumacashun

2007-05-02 Thread Kevin Kraly
The difference is at least $2K vs. the mid-Atlantic. That's what I've been finding. Wouldn't a rust free left coast car fetch a premium in the mid atlantic too? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] navistar-slaps-with-ford-with-2-billion-lawsuit

2007-05-04 Thread Kevin Kraly
Body-Ford Engine-Cummins/Dodge Tranny-Allison-Chevy If only the big Three would pool their resources! I do like the Ford's larger rear seats and rear door opening in the crew cab models compared to the Dodge Quad Cab that I have. The 6.0L and 6.4L ProblemsStroke engines scared me away, and

[MBZ] Rare Mercedes SL model

2007-05-07 Thread Kevin Kraly
While we were walking today in downtown Portlend, my wife spotted a Mercedes. When she told me that it was a 200SL, I figured that she had misread the numbers so I decided to check for myself. Yes indeedee, it was a 200SL! . Was it really possible to get a Euro 107 with a 4 cylinder? I

Re: [MBZ] When Gump was hot stuff

2007-05-07 Thread Kevin Kraly
Makes me remember how badly I want to find a decent '72 220D to have. You'll have to fight me for it! =-) Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267K miles, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Rare Mercedes SL model

2007-05-07 Thread Kevin Kraly
I'm certain that it was a W107 chassis, not a W113. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267K miles, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Rare Mercedes SL model

2007-05-08 Thread Kevin Kraly
This one was near the waterfront on Montgomery, and it was silver. I'm not sure of the type of tranny, didn't get to climb inside, unfortunately. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267K miles, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] When Gump was hot stuff

2007-05-08 Thread Kevin Kraly
My first MB was of the model year 1978, a 300D. I've always wanted some sort of car from the year of my birth, so since I'm into MB diesels, it should be a 1972 220D. It could either be a 1972 or 1973 model as long as it was born in 1972. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Chicken Wagon exonerated, wife lays egg

2007-05-10 Thread Kevin Kraly
So your DIESEL Mercedes now has a GAS problem, eh? :-) At least it wasn't something horrible. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267k miles, Ursula, still kickin'

Re: [MBZ] R350 CDI

2007-05-10 Thread Kevin Kraly
Man! If I put the amount of his car payment into my SD every month, it would be A1! Of course, it would be quite nice to ride around in an R320CDI. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] new Diesel choices

2007-05-10 Thread Kevin Kraly
now a $20K long caravan with a bluetec would get my attention! I would be there to buy the one next in line! A diesel minivan would be quite nice. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Tell me why I shouldn't buy this car

2007-05-10 Thread Kevin Kraly
What's a guy to do who wants to drive Mercedes, but wants something a little more modern? Pony up and buy an E320CDI/Bluetech :-). You like the W126's, so maybe, the perfect Mercedes would be a 300SDL? it SHOULD only be a 1-2K difference. Right now, there's one on the local Craigslist for

Re: [MBZ] SOLD!

2007-05-15 Thread Kevin Kraly
Congratulations on the sale of your 450SL! So, what's next? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267K miles, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] SOLD!

2007-05-15 Thread Kevin Kraly
Congratulations! What year SD, what condition, and how much? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] SOLD!

2007-05-15 Thread Kevin Kraly
Mine would have a similar rating since the interior and paint are quite nice, but it needs other things. AC compressor is seized with belt removed, and one of the passenger's side ball joints (probably the lower one) squeaks when turning the wheel. Other than these problems and the exhaust

Re: [MBZ] SOLD!

2007-05-16 Thread Kevin Kraly
WOW you sold that cheap. If you would have lowered the price a long time ago it probably would have sold for more money a long time ago. It's true. The 300SD is the car to get! It has lots of room, decent power, and it's not usually the first car of choice for the biodiesel/vegoilers which

Re: [MBZ] Gotta brag -- Check out my $3200 '87 300TDT

2007-05-16 Thread Kevin Kraly
Congratulations! How many miles are on it? That will be my price range later this year when I have enough saved up to buy a TD. Nope, ain't sellin' my SD, nope, no way! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?

2007-05-19 Thread Kevin Kraly
There's a 1996 E300D on Portland Craigslist for $11K with 134K miles on it. Better yet, there's a '95 W124 E300 diesel for the same price. IT has the same engine in a less rust prone chassis, but, of course, it's subject to the evap and biodegradable wire harness problems. At least they're

[MBZ] OT '78 VW Rabbit questions

2007-05-25 Thread Kevin Kraly
Well, we've had our hands on the free '78 Rabbit for a whole week now. This was the one that had been sitting for a couple years due to a bad alternator. The alternator has been removed which, I believe, could be the source of our problem. We installed new battery cables, but nothing is

Re: [MBZ] OT '78 VW Rabbit questions

2007-05-25 Thread Kevin Kraly
Thanks, Mike, for the offer. If he has one, let me know. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula 1978 VW Rabbit 137Kmi, not runnin' yet

Re: [MBZ] Fuel Mileage

2007-05-27 Thread Kevin Kraly
It's all in the marketing. People are told that their hybrid is helping the environment, and that's a good thing to help pollution and be more green, lots of hipe. I'll just stick with my Diesels. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] torque wrench shopping

2007-05-27 Thread Kevin Kraly
You want to help the environment, buy quality stuff that lasts, or is rebuildable. This is why most of us drive these old, solid cars. As long as parts are still available for these old diesels, that's what I'll do. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula PS. There aren't too many

Re: [MBZ] OT Road Bicycling and Walking Vs. Drivers_was Fuel mileage

2007-05-29 Thread Kevin Kraly
Hi, John. I'm so sorry for your loss. My wife, Ayla, has been thinking of getting a motor scooter to ride around. She's blind in one eye with some vision in the other, and the thought scares me to death. We do ride our side-by-side recumbent tandem, but it's highly visible and about 4' wide

Re: [MBZ] OT: Chicken Boat

2007-06-04 Thread Kevin Kraly
about 3 gallons of Jill's Custom Injector Cleaner (3/4 gasoline, 1/4 diesel) into the truck's gas tank. I know she'll never be able to live that one down. BTW, how's the CW running these days? Kevin in Hillsboro, (soon to be moving to Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Now That I've Poked The First Hole - Needle Greasing

2007-06-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
Usually a noisy ball joint is making noise because it's shot -- grease won't restore it. How long can a rusty, squeaky ball joint last, and what happens in the end? It sounds like the passenger's side lower ball joint on my W126 300sD is really groaning whenever the wheel is turned, that

Re: [MBZ] Now That I've Poked The First Hole - Needle Greasing

2007-06-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
I don't really want to take the chance that such a catastrophic failure may happen with the 300SD. Before it's driven anymore, I plan to at least jack it up and check to see where the groaning noise is coming from. It doesn't groan or creak when going over bumps, but I'm sure that it can be

Re: [MBZ] Now That I've Poked The First Hole - Needle Greasing

2007-06-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
No, it certainly isn't worth taking it to the hairy end. Lucky is one thing, but stupid is quite another. It hasn't been driven for a while, and won't be driven much other than to the shop. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Now That I've Poked The First Hole - Needle Greasing

2007-06-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
A few years ago, My dad and I had a '79 Mercury Bobcat AKA Ford Pinto (don't laugh!). It was a fine original car that needed a few minor things, but the 2.3L 4 cyl engine ran very well with 131Kmi on it. It needed shocks, but I had no idea about the bad ball joints until we jacked it up. The

Re: [MBZ] Early june CL from Seattle

2007-06-12 Thread Kevin Kraly
but after the 170D I am just stuck. Got lust in my heart and can not look at another car. Buy that 170D and give Gump to me. You just don't see 170D's every day, a pretty rare car! Gump is rare too and would look quite nice in the driveway alongside the '83 300SD which is quite commonplace

Re: [MBZ] 1985 123 Wagon

2007-06-14 Thread Kevin Kraly
hitting the limit of cars one can sell in a year before having to get a dealer license. What's the limit? Does one have to register each and every car in his/her name prior to selling them? If not, there would be no paper trail. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Available 240D

2007-06-14 Thread Kevin Kraly
Since I am now saving up for the 170D, I can not afford another w115 The 72 220D would be great, but I would also like to find a decent '75 or '76 300D, the car that got me interested in MB Diesels. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] '08 Model diesel fuel restrictions

2007-06-14 Thread Kevin Kraly
I will not be needing a 2008 C class car. Me neither. Besides, the $8,500 I've invested in my MB Diesels to date over the past 5 years cost me an average of $141 per month. Of course, some smarter choices along the way like not selling or not buying certain cars or, starting out with a

Re: [MBZ] wheels falling off

2007-06-14 Thread Kevin Kraly
they make a pretty nasty noise once they are dry (related to turning the steering wheel). Yep, that's what's goin' on with my '83 300sD (right front) right now. As soon as the budget permits, I'm planning to replace the offending joint. While I'm on the subject, should I just replace both of

Re: [MBZ] I now have a 87 300TD

2007-06-14 Thread Kevin Kraly
Man! You get back into town today, and you get right down to business! What a guy! Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300Sd 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] 1985 123 Wagon

2007-06-14 Thread Kevin Kraly
I have a friend who has a dealer's license, so if I wanted to buy and sell that many cars, I could possibly work something out with him. All I really want is two dependable and reasonably nice Mercedes Diesels, one of them being a 300tD Station Wagon, the 'SD and possibly a W115 of some sort.

Re: [MBZ] MBZ 87 300D Turbo smoking/idling problems

2007-06-20 Thread Kevin Kraly
Could it have a plugged trap on it that's never been replaced with the new revised parts? Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300Sd 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] Well I did it again

2007-06-21 Thread Kevin Kraly
I STOLE it for less than luther sold his SD for. I cant believe the guy sold it that cheap. I could turn around and sell it for 8k today. That would be about 1/4 of the bluebook on that thing, and you got all the maintenance records too! SCOOORE Where do you find

Re: [MBZ] 87 300SDL windshield replacement

2007-06-21 Thread Kevin Kraly
My '83 300SD has a leak at the upper right corner of the windshield. I anticipate needing a new gasket there as well as the rear glass since water also leaks into the trunk. Does anything need to be done with the aerodynamic trim on each side of the windshield? I want to have this removed

Re: [MBZ] iMercedes

2007-06-22 Thread Kevin Kraly
GM is already doing this with OnStar. My mom got an email the other day that her '06 HHR was due for an oil change. I believe it'll also pass on imfo regarding any computer fault codes. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula with no onboard computer unless my laptop is in the back

Re: [MBZ] '92 350GD

2007-06-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
I'm droolin' over here too! However, he didn't have the rods replaced, so...? Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300sD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] CDI SUV spotted

2007-06-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
whatever that minivan thing is It's the R class, kind of looks like a Pacifica from what I've heard. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] Tappet noise - and oil level compared to W123

2007-06-25 Thread Kevin Kraly
Have you changed the oil yet? If not, do you know what's in the crankcase? For all you know, it could be something slightly thicker than water which would explain the problem. There are MANY out there who don't use Diesel rated oils in their diesels. In other words, if you haven't already

Re: [MBZ] O/T Powerstroke

2007-06-26 Thread Kevin Kraly
Turns out the wiring was fried inside Under valve covers They have wiring running inside the valve cover amid all the oil? What a funky design! Are all of these modern Diesels set up this way? Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___

Re: [MBZ] O/T Powerstroke

2007-06-26 Thread Kevin Kraly
It's really hard to grab the keys for the dodge over the ford. The new dodge leaves a LOT to be desired. Tell me more. What am I in for? I have a '06 Ram 2500 SLT 2wd with the Cummins in it and a 48RE automatic behind it. It does pretty well although the '94 5 speed, '97 auto and '99 auto

Re: [MBZ] O/T Powerstroke

2007-06-27 Thread Kevin Kraly
The SERIOUS problems start when the warranty ends, and the vehicles begin to self destruct the moment you've paid them off. I guess I've got 2 years to enjoy this Dodge since I didn't buy the extended warranty, hahahahaha! It's a good thing that the 300SD will still be running. Kevin in

Re: [MBZ] Central locks failing

2007-06-28 Thread Kevin Kraly
Yes, Dan. The locks on my '83 300SD have been inoperative since I've owned the car. The pump goes until it times out (30 seconds IIRC), but nothing happens other than the fuel door locking (found this out when attempting to fuel up and had to open it manually). Luckily enough, I did it

Re: [MBZ] Car comparo

2007-06-29 Thread Kevin Kraly
My old 115 is pretty square. That does not bother me however. It is getting to where all of the new cars look alike. I'm unique! Randy, I do like the W115 Mercedes style, it's timeless! My W126 is a much more modern looking car, but it's the solidness of any OLDER Mercedes that's most

Re: [MBZ] Car comparo

2007-06-30 Thread Kevin Kraly
saw a sweet-looking BMW 3.0CS coupe today - what vintage is that style car? Early/mid 70's, IIRC. Speaking of early 70's BMW's, I also like the styling of the 2002's. A neighbor of mine had a '74, kind of a beater that ran well, pretty straight with oxidized paint. He wouldn't sell it to me

Re: [MBZ] OT Spade a Spade - it's a BMW thread

2007-07-03 Thread Kevin Kraly
123s - on the news in some foreign war-torn country being used by guerillas, warlords, or dignitaries, My first Diesel Mercedes, a '78 300D, got the name Taliban Sedan by one of the neighbors. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___

Re: [MBZ] Can I Fool My ACC?

2007-07-07 Thread Kevin Kraly
Hi, Bob. Two out of the three '78 300D's that I had did have working ACC systems, and neither had fan speeds anywhere near the defroster speed when in any other mode on high. I never knew why or if this was the nature of the beast. The '83 300SD does blow at similar fan speed on high AC or

Re: [MBZ] why you can't even in this day buy any domestic car unlessthe design and execution has been proven

2007-07-07 Thread Kevin Kraly
These Saturn owners need to drive an old Mercedes Diesel around for a while. I'm SURE GLAD that I was able to talk my Dad out of buying a Saturn. I thought they were cheap and cheesy and ha poor fit and finish as well as LOUSY interior comfort and room. The VW Jetta Wagon was a smaller car

[MBZ] Our next vehicle (replacing the 2006 Dodge Ram Diesel

2007-07-07 Thread Kevin Kraly
Well, we've had a change of heart. Wifey is the Vice President of the local dragon boat club, and also happens to be the only one or who's spouse has a large enough and powerful enough truck to pull the trailerand boats. The total weight is around 8000#. The organization is too cheap to get

Re: [MBZ] why you can't even in this day buy any domestic carunlessthe design and execution has been proven

2007-07-08 Thread Kevin Kraly
the 2.2 ecotec is the best 4 gm has ever made. My Parents' little HHR has the 2.4L Ecotec engine in it, hopefully as robust as the 2.2L version. It puts out 174hp, not a rocket by any means. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___

Re: [MBZ] why you can't even in this day buy any domesticcarunlessthe design and execution has been proven

2007-07-08 Thread Kevin Kraly
as the average customer for a buick park avenue is 104 years old, however, few people really know this. A friend of mine in his late 40's used to sell Buicks, and he had a Park Avenue Ultra for a while. He did believe in the 3.8L engine. He had a '92 Century that had some other V6 (3.3L

Re: [MBZ] Our next vehicle (replacing the 2006 Dodge Ram Diesel

2007-07-08 Thread Kevin Kraly
Great points, Mike. Wifey and I do feel the same way and don't want ourselves or our truck to be involved with EVERY transport just because it's big and powerful enough. The board member previously discussed does help with his truck since the gear is more than even a long bed pickup can

Re: [MBZ] Our next vehicle (replacing the 2006 Dodge Ram Diesel

2007-07-08 Thread Kevin Kraly
What would it cost for the club to rent a tow vehicle on race weekend? Surely less than the cost of somebody owning a late model large truck. This is true, and exactly what happened this last time. They rented a truck with a 16' box on it that also served as the boat transporter. It did the

Re: [MBZ] Our next vehicle (replacing the 2006 Dodge Ram Diesel

2007-07-08 Thread Kevin Kraly
Once again, great points! I can't imagine the boat weighing more than that Model T. Do you know which engine he had in it? Oh, I just remembered that the caravans equipped with the 3.0 Mitsu engine came with a 3 speed auto W/O OD behind it, and you mentioned that his van had OD indicating

Re: [MBZ] why you can't even in this day buy any domesticcarunlessthe design and execution has been proven

2007-07-08 Thread Kevin Kraly
to my mind, 174hp out of 2.4 liter naturally aspirated motor with a lot of torque is A ROCKET by any means. Well, I guess it's because I haven't driven it to see what it could actually do (blind people can't drive, stupid law! -:). Mama doesn't really put her foot into it no matter how much I

Re: [MBZ] why you can't even in this day buyany domesticcarunlessthe design and execution has been proven

2007-07-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
That was quite amusing, Tom! I should add that the Braille is not on the screen where it's actually needed. I still have to have a sighted person help me with those things. It's easier to just go into the bank and take care of things with an actual person. Blindness does have it's advantages

Re: [MBZ] why you can't even in this day buy any domesticcarunlessthe design and execution has been proven

2007-07-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
And the doors at the grocery say No dogs except for seeing eye dogs. Think about it. I guess it's there to inform those who bring pet doggies into the store. My seeing eye dog (Guide Dog) Joel reads all of the signs and can tell when lights are red or green too :-)! I've just got to get him

Re: [MBZ] Our next vehicle (replacing the 2006 Dodge Ram Diesel

2007-07-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
We've had 3 3.3L vans in the family, a 1990 Dodge Grand caravan, a 1991 Plymouth Voyager and a '05 Chrysler TC. We also had a '97 Grand Caravan with the 3.8L engine (don't know how similar this one is to the 3.3L). I've heard of the valve geometry problem with the Mitsu's and have been

Re: [MBZ] why you can't even in thisday buyany domesticcarunlessthe design and execution has been proven

2007-07-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
I suspect the engine was cold would not start? Exactly right, Tom. Once the valves were adjusted, I could hear the compression strokes MUCH MORE DISTINCTLY while it was being turned over by the starter prior to firing up. The PO said that it got harder and harder to start until one day,

Re: [MBZ] why you can't even in this day buyanydomesticcarunlessthe design and execution has been proven

2007-07-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
Yes, Sunil. I was trying to be funny. Joel knows nothing about lights and colors, but he does know that it's not safe to cross a street when cars are whizzing by his nose at highway speeds. Of course, he would take me across a street even with a red light if there were no cars, but also, he

[MBZ] this guy should be beaten too!

2007-07-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/car/370261500.html Obviously, this guy was on some meds or maybe, he just happened to have this engine/tranny lying around. How would a 616 or 617 fit into this chassis? Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Our next vehicle (replacing the 2006 Dodge Ram Diesel

2007-07-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
Luckily, nothing has happened while people's personal vehicles have been transporting gear and boats. However, up until recently, there was no such insurance which infuriated me! The question came up at a board meeting (how much insurance do we have, and does it cover personal vehicles even

Re: [MBZ] Our next vehicle (replacing the 2006 Dodge Ram Diesel

2007-07-10 Thread Kevin Kraly
Might want to have them watch the DoveBid auctions and get a Frito Lay vanWould work great for that and the Cummins powered ones get close to 30MPG loaded. Do you think one of these Cummins 4BT or 4BTA equipped vans could be fully loaded and pull 6500# worth of boats behind it?

Re: [MBZ] W123 Beater Review

2007-07-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
a beater 240D on Craigs list here (Austin, TX) this morning for $5000. I couldn't give away a 1984 300D in about the same shape for $1500 several years ago. No kidding! I can't believe the number of Mercedes diesels around here that are priced around 4K that need AC recharging (probably need

Re: [MBZ] W123 Beater Review

2007-07-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
dont know why the 126's go cheaper than the 123's of the same years (diesels that is). My guess is that it's the size of the W126's that makes them less appealing. Perhaps, they're looked down upon for being the older person's car rather than the much more hip 240D. I really like the quieter

Re: [MBZ] W123 Beater Review

2007-07-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
many of the bio-crazy purchasers of Benzes are out of their depth, with neither the will nor the cash to take proper care of an old car. There was a gray 300SD bouncing and clattering away at a red light here in downtown Portland the other day. My first thought was Let me work on that thing!!

Re: [MBZ] W123 Beater Review

2007-07-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
Yea, I guess the 126 does still have a modern look to it where as the 123 is more classic now. I would be more interested in a W115 (either a '76 300D or a '72 220D) to accompany the 300SD. I'll be on the lookout for one in September when I've got some money saved up. Most tend to be in

Re: [MBZ] REALLY nice 220D

2007-07-12 Thread Kevin Kraly
JHFC! Now, that's a new one for me. What does it mean? Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] Return of the greater Boston crack smokers

2007-07-14 Thread Kevin Kraly
I'm tempted to look at a diesel Cherokee but a v6 GMC diesel, thats gotta be the 4.3 which IIRC is 85hp... 85HP out of 4.3L? What a PIG! I'm sure it weighs more than a NA 617 too, and that puts out 88HP with 3.0L displacement. what did the original Renault put out? Was that a 2.2L NA 4

Re: [MBZ] Cheap tires

2007-07-14 Thread Kevin Kraly
my new C300, due in about ninety days, Gas or Diesel? Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] Gump shift

2007-07-16 Thread Kevin Kraly
Hood was open so I got out and see smoke coming from the transmission. Manual trans, and nasty burnt ATF smell. How big of a pooch did I screw on this one? Now's my chance to buy a '72 220D! Would you take $501 for it? :-) Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Gump shift

2007-07-16 Thread Kevin Kraly
You'll have to fight me for it, Kevin. One of those $100 240D trannies from Benz Friends and we're back in business... ;) Well, I think you'd be able to get there faster than me because you can drive! I sure did like that old 220D junker I had a couple years ago other than its rusted trunk

Re: [MBZ] Just saw this in Popular Machanics re: tires

2007-07-16 Thread Kevin Kraly
I thought it was the American way to use a pressure washer on anything you can't clean with a leafblower. That's exactly how our neighbor was. One day, he even got the bright idea to dry off his truck with his leafblower. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Gump shift

2007-07-16 Thread Kevin Kraly
Now quit that idle chatter and let me think about how I am going to salvage this mess. The vultures are circling... :-) Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300sD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] OT Jeep!

2007-07-17 Thread Kevin Kraly
There'sa Jeep liberty sitting out in my parking lot right now that is badged Cherokee! Strange things happen when you cross the pond. I've encountered this while googling Diesel Cherokee only to find stuff about what is actually our Diesel Liberty in England and Australia. Recently, I've found

Re: [MBZ] OT Jeep!

2007-07-17 Thread Kevin Kraly
It has a 258 inline 6 but we are advised that the engine has been changed and is from a newer vehicle. Our '82 AMC Eagle wagon had that engine in it. We found out after we purchased it that The rear main along with the VC gasket was leaking badly, the timing chain was practically falling off,

[MBZ] 1983 300SD vacuum shutoff issue

2007-07-18 Thread Kevin Kraly
Well, it's happened to me! Pops decided to check the fluids yesterday in my 300SD, and now, it won't shut off with the key. He mentioned that he had dropped the brake fluid can either before or after he topped it off, and I'm guessing that this is what knocked a line off somewhere around the

Re: [MBZ] i'm going insane

2007-07-21 Thread Kevin Kraly
What is wrong with me? You've got the MB Dieselitis Bug, and the only cure is to have at least one Mercedes Diesel in the driveway. The W124 300TD is an excellent choice, but what about that simple '74 240D W115 you've been longin' for? There's only one thing to do, buy 'em both! Kevin in

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