Re: [MBZ] Filling tires with nitrogen (was Re: Year End Specials)

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
Try the paint ball guys. they have tanks of the stuff that powers markers for the boys with too much cash and not enough sense On Thursday, December 15, 2005, at 08:40 AM, Tom Reynolds wrote: Yep, I think I'm going to look around the Tulsa area for nitrogen fillups. Being more inert than the

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb car in Iowa

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
Better jump on it! I can see it will zoom out of that field in a few hours, and you will be sad that it is not resting in your driveway, just waiting for Kaleb to ship you a transmission On Thursday, December 15, 2005, at 02:47 PM, LT Don wrote: That is REALLY tempting. On 12/15/05, Rich

Re: [MBZ] oh boy, turbo 240

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
Nice way he posts the rust with a dollar by it. size or is that the implied excessive cost to fix? I do like that it has no lakes On Thursday, December 15, 2005, at 06:44 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-240D-123-Mercedes-Benz-

Re: [MBZ] 240D prices

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
A 79? WOW, never knew Acura made a 79. I had an 87 integra and thought I was hot with an early model, but not as hot as your 79 On Thursday, December 15, 2005, at 08:03 PM, LT Don wrote: I traded a 1979 Acura Integra for my Benz. But then again, I was an idiot. On 12/16/05, Loren Faeth

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb car in Iowa

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
Get your GUMP now! IIRC, the fellow with Gump had it listed as a real car for a few weeks on eBay, and must have decided it was parts car when he listed it the last time. I am sure he thought the price would be higher than it was, but not the $2k he had it listed for as a real car. On

[MBZ] Squeal like Cindy Brady

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
Gump has decided to squeal like a stuck pig when I drive. Stick shift, and at slow speeds in first and second she lets out these long squeals that eventually fade. Running M1 ATF for 5k miles or more, just came on in the past few cold weeks. Does not start the noise from dead stop, but a

Re: [MBZ] OT: US influences Canada's car market

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
It is a Kmart thing. Gets you in the mood for a bargain. Must be a way to keep you from shopping at wally world On Friday, December 16, 2005, at 11:05 AM, R A Bennell wrote: Isn't there a theory that blue light helps the eyes adjust to night vision or something similar? I don't see them

Re: [MBZ] 240D prices

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
Fellow at the gym just blew that in US$ for an 83 240D in really nice shape. About the only thing wrong was the chrome pealing off the bundts. Really low miles around 60k, stick, black paint shiny as new, and plastic about the same. Seats are near new, and must have had a wee bitty

Re: [MBZ] 240D prices

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
On Friday, December 16, 2005, at 11:24 AM, R A Bennell wrote: I paid $6,500 Cdn for a 76 300D in July of this year. Car is in relatively nice condition and there are very few around here. Sometimes, if you want something, you have to pay what it takes to get it. I didn't have time to

Re: [MBZ] Squeal like Cindy Brady

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
Like I am going to be able to find a stick shift tranny any time soon. If you come up with one I would gladly travel over your way and make it worth your effort to secure one if it shows up in your PnP On Friday, December 16, 2005, at 12:11 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: Gump has decided to squeal

Re: [MBZ] Squeal like Cindy Brady

2005-12-16 Thread redghost
that is Vince, president of the 123 club! On Friday, December 16, 2005, at 02:26 PM, R A Bennell wrote: check http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=9892 somebody is offering a 4 speed for free Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Jim

Re: [MBZ] Squeal like Cindy Brady

2005-12-17 Thread redghost
Well, next one that shows up is fine. I will be scouring my PnP for one as well. I am sure I can never have too many. May need a spare for the Arctic Q On Friday, December 16, 2005, at 02:47 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: Like I am going to be able to find a stick shift tranny any time soon. If

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheap preheater

2005-12-17 Thread redghost
Could a standard power supply putting out 12v work well, or does it need to be switch type? On Friday, December 16, 2005, at 06:56 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: What is this SMPS you speak of? Sorry, Switch-Mode Power Supply. -- Jim -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo

Re: [MBZ] Million miler in OK

2005-12-19 Thread redghost
I intend to take most of myself to the grave if I have to hasten the end a little. I saw the Six Million Dollar Man and do not want to spend that cash or see the pay off in pain and longer life On Sunday, December 18, 2005, at 07:31 PM, OK Don wrote: At my current rate of ensuing

[MBZ] Fwd: [nwbd-discuss] need a 300D?

2005-12-20 Thread redghost
Maybe somebody needs this instead of that 240d Begin forwarded message: From: Michael Howell [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Mon Dec 19, 2005 9:43:56 PM US/Pacific for sale: White Mercedes 1981 300D. Asking $600.00, located in Medford Oregon. About 250K miles, runs great, good rubber, glass, and

[MBZ] Jazzy Moose day

2005-12-21 Thread redghost
http://makeashorterlink.com/?G3E262A5C I know it is early for moose day, but here goes. -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz

Re: [MBZ] wasnt somebody looking for a 300E tranny?

2005-12-22 Thread redghost
Dude spells to sound furrin On Wednesday, December 21, 2005, at 06:38 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Bebuild-Mercedes-300-E- Transmission_W0QQitemZ8024363253QQcategoryZ33727QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo

Re: [MBZ] Advice on storing a 240D

2005-12-22 Thread redghost
Fill the tank, change the oil, wash, dry and wax the exterior, treat the interior, coat the rubber bits, lube everything, drive it onto a thick sheet of visquine, insert two or three dri-z-air under the car, crack the windows, cover with more heavy visquine and seal it up with good tape. Then

Re: [MBZ] why is this so cheap?

2005-12-22 Thread redghost
too much belly rust? In really nice shape, but there is a bunch of rebuild for steel to make it a great car On Wednesday, December 21, 2005, at 06:42 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-1966-250se-2-door-coupe- factory-4-speed-

Re: [MBZ] Advice on storing a 240D

2005-12-22 Thread redghost
Harbor freight has a funky garage tent thing on sale this week. Let that gather snow. Would make a pretty good place to hide other things too On Thursday, December 22, 2005, at 07:17 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: Looks like the 240D gets stored outside this winter. Any advice on avoiding

Re: [MBZ] O.T.- Air Purifiers

2005-12-22 Thread redghost
Depends on if it is an ionizing one or just a HEPA. Both provide some treatment of air, but not in a really large area. HEPA will suck up particulate around the unit and within the reach of its suction. Ionizing units put out ozone and sanitizes the environment around it. Not sure it will

Re: [MBZ] Advice on storing a 240D

2005-12-22 Thread redghost
Looks like it is made out of the silver tarp 8 mil. Steel frame 8'x16' lot 42211 $159, used to be $279 Sale good until 1/16/06 On Thursday, December 22, 2005, at 09:39 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: how much? redghost wrote: Harbor freight has a funky garage tent thing on sale this week

Re: [MBZ] Advice on storing a 240D

2005-12-22 Thread redghost
, at 09:59 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: thats cheap. redghost wrote: Looks like it is made out of the silver tarp 8 mil. Steel frame 8'x16' lot 42211 $159, used to be $279 Sale good until 1/16/06 On Thursday, December 22, 2005, at 09:39 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: how much? redghost

Re: [MBZ] Looks to be a fine daily driver

2005-12-22 Thread redghost
this is a sweet car and looks really nice. Would be a big step up from Gump. but would never do that. Too much cash involved and I do not like the color On Thursday, December 22, 2005, at 11:14 AM, Tom Scordato wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1967-200D-diesel-66K-miles-Like-new-

Re: [MBZ] Looks to be a fine daily driver

2005-12-23 Thread redghost
Yep, prices are going nuts. Some fool wants $9500 for an 86 300d with 140k miles. will trade up or down for a Previa all trac. I told him I would make it a straight trade for my previa, since the 603 is a ticking bomb with that head. he thinks I should kick in a few grand. It is a 19

Re: [MBZ] It Ain't Right

2005-12-23 Thread redghost
We are expecting 57 in the great northwet. No snow for a long time, but there is still snow in the mountains On Thursday, December 22, 2005, at 05:22 PM, Bob Rentfro wrote: It is supposed to be 81 degrees here on Christmas Day. That is not right. Bob Rentfro '77 300D 145K Litchfield Park,

[MBZ] X-mas cars

2005-12-23 Thread redghost
If you do not like lists of cars you are going to need to buy to have a happy holiday season, just use the delete key. I know many of you are fully versed in its use, so go use the key delete ok, then you must want to see what the heck I have found this week

Re: [MBZ] X-mas cars

2005-12-23 Thread redghost
I think it must be some mystique associated with a three point star. I am going to get a whole bunch of junk cars and put stars on them On Thursday, December 22, 2005, at 06:07 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: Is it just me, or have the prices for MB's gone up lately? Was it the $3 gas? -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] GREEN BABY, YEA

2005-12-23 Thread redghost
I put a bid in, but told the dude that there are 450SLC all over the place, rusted to bits. So he had it half right, the cars are rust buckets On Thursday, December 22, 2005, at 07:07 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-400-Series-RARE-CLASSIC-

Re: [MBZ] It Ain't Right

2005-12-23 Thread redghost
It ain't natural! We get the misty spitty stuff, not horkin' gully washers. It is all the hot air from the democrats whining. If it keeps up, we will be able to have nice cars like the ones in no cal. On Thursday, December 22, 2005, at 07:16 PM, David Brodbeck wrote: redghost wrote: We

Re: [MBZ] more crack on ebay

2005-12-24 Thread redghost
Depends on if it is seller on crack or so low mileage rare condition car that the addict is attracted to like crack. Not sure I am interested in a car that has sat for 15 years and never got broken in On Friday, December 23, 2005, at 04:11 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote:

Re: [MBZ] O/T Merry Christmas

2005-12-25 Thread redghost
Becoming the season to support the Red Army by purchasing items made in their slave labor camps and sold at Wally World, Home Depot and Target as well as other unsuspecting retailers. No matter if there is a holiday, just make one up based on your own personal issues and blow through the

[MBZ] Good use for a Fiat

2005-12-25 Thread redghost
http://www.thesun.co.uk/article/0,,2-2005590630,00.html -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz

Re: [MBZ] O/T Merry Christmas

2005-12-25 Thread redghost
Ramen On Saturday, December 24, 2005, at 07:58 PM, LT Don wrote: Amen. On 12/24/05, Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: May you be touched by his noodly appendage this holiday season. 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen

Re: [MBZ] OT: V-8 Engine on Snow Blower

2005-12-25 Thread redghost
Should have picked the set that ODOT had up a few years ago. Big old orange Mog with the huge diesel blower contraption in the back. I think there were two of the things on eBay that week On Sunday, December 25, 2005, at 07:07 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: My ideal of the 50' snow thrower perches

[MBZ] Glowplug mushrooms

2005-12-31 Thread redghost
Tried to fix the mess in Cleo. Rusty was as swift as ever in getting the parts here, but silly me forgot to order the manifold gasket. Background - Cleo is not firing off well and the 124 Bible failure mode for the glow light makes it look like either plug one or two others are bad, and/or

Re: [MBZ] Germanic inter-species crossover wheel adaptation?

2005-12-31 Thread redghost
I have found the bolts to be larger on the audi than the benz. Fatter actually, but maybe the holes are the same in the wheel, just a step up from the 17mm on the benz. 19mm? On Tuesday, December 27, 2005, at 04:59 AM, Lee Levitt wrote: Casey, 5 bolt Audi wheels have the same bolt size

[MBZ] Manny trans

2005-12-31 Thread redghost
Vince, of the 123 club is giving away a manny trans. and has pix. Anybody want to see if this is going to be right for use as a spare in Gump? http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=9892goto=newpost NO saying mean or bad things regarding anything but the use of this part for Gump. Or my

Re: [MBZ] west cost road info

2005-12-31 Thread redghost
http://www.tripcheck.com/roadcams/cams/SiskiyouSummit_pid512.jpg On Wednesday, December 28, 2005, at 09:23 AM, Steve Marci wrote: Does anyone have a good site for eye 5 road conditions? (and moose sightings) particularly the Siskiyous. I haven't been able to come up with much. Driving

Re: [MBZ] west cost road info

2005-12-31 Thread redghost
Also call 511 for road conditions On Wednesday, December 28, 2005, at 10:31 AM, Desert Rat wrote: http://makeashorterlink.com/?O2B73216C There should also be an 800 number listed somewhere for the Highway Patrol like we have in CA. If you're heading to AZ on I-10, give me a shout out...I'll

Re: [MBZ] west cost road info

2005-12-31 Thread redghost
Did you try ODOT cameras? Tripcheck.com? On Wednesday, December 28, 2005, at 09:23 AM, Steve Marci wrote: Does anyone have a good site for eye 5 road conditions? (and moose sightings) particularly the Siskiyous. I haven't been able to come up with much. Driving south this time of your

Re: [MBZ] S-Class

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
Was reading the 06 Consumer report book at the in laws this week. Scores for Benz were no better than scrap metal for anything 98 on. Not going to find anything to replace the e300d with. All the cars have black dots. Maybe the Benz of the future is just a short term investment and will be

Re: [MBZ] Cats (was the enterprise looses.....)

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
Maybe I need to snag a cheap harbor freight battery power sawzall and go to town at the pick and pull. Then again, it may not be cost effective On Friday, December 30, 2005, at 03:29 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Well I cant explain that but used cats are valuable for the metal inside, think

Re: [MBZ] am I missing something here or what?

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
Classic center probably still prints it and you can get one for $100 On Friday, December 30, 2005, at 07:00 PM, Hendrik Riessen wrote: No, it is a exquisite one of a kind and vintage too. Guess the idea is that if you have a gullwing you want this to go with it. How much would you sell

Re: [MBZ] Frankenheapery

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
There is a vent line that exits near the rear pass indicator. Gump has the same thing On Saturday, December 31, 2005, at 06:58 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: Trampas wrote: I think on most gas caps the fresh air comes in through the fuel cap. Thus it is an easy fix. I was thinking that there

Re: [MBZ] Paint Question

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
New renter works at a local body shop. Was going to strip and prep Gump for Maaco, but may wait and see if I can work something else out with him. On Saturday, December 31, 2005, at 09:32 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: I need some objective feedback on MACO. Being a franchise operation, I'm hoping

Re: [MBZ] Glowplug mushrooms

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
Went to and from PDX and then to Arlington for covered space to work. This puppy was NOT coming out. Was not even going to turn. Reefed on the sucker and maybe got 2/3 turn on the socket with squeak and metal creak when it finally did allow some movement. Worked on it making noise for over

Re: [MBZ] Glowplug mushrooms

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
She is taking it to the dealer. I had set up an appointment, but she who does not think I have a brain was not interested in book time, and thought I was going to be able to make it happen cheaper. Like that is ever going to happen. On Saturday, December 31, 2005, at 02:14 PM, Zeitgeist

Re: [MBZ] Glowplug mushrooms

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
chamber in that head? If so, does the glow plug have to be removed before you unscrew the prechamber? Thanks -Dave Walton 94 S350, 99 E300 On 12/31/05, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tried to fix the mess in Cleo. Rusty was as swift as ever in getting the parts here, but silly me forgot

Re: [MBZ] Manny trans

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
yeah, that is what I thought hers looked like. May have been missing some other bit on the one Vince has, and thought I may be able to source the parts at PnP. On Saturday, December 31, 2005, at 05:29 PM, Craig McCluskey wrote: Even if it is, Clay, I can categorically state that it will NOT

Re: [MBZ] S-Class

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
, 2005, at 06:22 PM, Bob Rentfro wrote: Our pal redghost typed: Was reading the 06 Consumer report book at the in laws this week. Scores for Benz were no better than scrap metal for anything 98 on. That's what I heard as well. Which cars had the good dots? Still Toyota? Acura? Bob Rentfro '77

Re: [MBZ] Manny trans

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
: On Sat, 31 Dec 2005 14:43:01 -0800 redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Vince, of the 123 club is giving away a manny trans. and has pix. Anybody want to see if this is going to be right for use as a spare in Gump? http://mbca.cartama.net/showthread.php?t=9892goto=newpost NO saying mean

Re: [MBZ] S-Class

2006-01-01 Thread redghost
Mercedes-Benz. Hendrik with a few Benzes out the front and no DC rubbish - Original Message - From: Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 01, 2006 12:52 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] S-Class Our pal redghost typed: Was reading the 06

[MBZ] Wet yourself cool!!!!

2006-01-02 Thread redghost
http://www.craftsmanshipmuseum.com/Tomlinson.htm I think I need one of these babies for my little Gump. An 18 cyl diesel engine would make her rip along. Too bad dude made it small. Maybe I could drop it in a go cart with a 300sl body -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D

Re: [MBZ] Korean 124s

2006-01-02 Thread redghost
http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/121149673.html $6500 for a restored mgb shell On Sunday, January 1, 2006, at 06:34 PM, OK Don wrote: I did use a front stabilizer bar from a C in my Olds V-8 powered MGA - it was a nice handling car and sure surprized a LOT of folk. At $4500, I could see

[MBZ] first car list of 06

2006-01-02 Thread redghost
Salutations! If you are offended by a random listing of cars, please press your delete key and move on. Others who find this interesting, please peruse and enjoy. http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/121841558.html -- 94 S500 $7500 http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/121851564.html -- 62

Re: [MBZ] first car list of 06

2006-01-02 Thread redghost
I looked at going down and fetching that one. Pretty car and cheap too. Told a buddy as a joke not to have it show up on my doorstep. I fear he may not obey On Sunday, January 1, 2006, at 07:18 PM, Ed Booher wrote: On 1/1/06, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http

Re: [MBZ] vacume leak/no engine stop

2006-01-02 Thread redghost
I am liking having Vince here. He is full of information that is good to know and has almost no bearing on Gump. So really esoteric for my uses On Sunday, January 1, 2006, at 07:32 PM, V Layton wrote: First, let me say the 1985s are the most complicated and vacuum (emmssion) control laden

Re: [MBZ] Official CLub 123D Info

2006-01-03 Thread redghost
that scary thing was on eBay a while back for sale On Sunday, January 1, 2006, at 08:27 PM, V Layton wrote: No, but will TRY to download it and see it (computer allowing) when I get back from the store tonight. I thought the Finns wern't allowed to mod thier cars due to regulations. This

Re: [MBZ] In costume

2006-01-03 Thread redghost
To lend an air of ... well something, I wear the blue shop coat with tri star patch and name sewn on. Pretty fun to wander pick and pull or sit in the garage with a cold beer while staring at Gump On Tuesday, January 3, 2006, at 06:03 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote: Au contraire, I dress

[MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-04 Thread redghost
Anybody have a set of spare relays that control the rear defog or the blinkers? Gump is having some issue with getting heat or current to the rear window, and has decided to make the directional signals function at whim. -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-04 Thread redghost
Fresh fuses, and I did the cycle hazard trick to no avail. I can hear the stupid relay clicking away at high speed like a machine gun. Not sure I can resolder the dumb thing. Can I? On Tuesday, January 3, 2006, at 06:38 PM, Kevin wrote: On Tue, Jan 03, 2006 at 06:18:27PM -0800, redghost

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-04 Thread redghost
Will have to go dig the thing out. I was hoping somebody would be able to point it out by actually having one that I could then dig out of the foot well. May as well just put her on blocks for a day and dig out the solder gun. On Tuesday, January 3, 2006, at 07:00 PM, Loren Faeth wrote: If

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-04 Thread redghost
, IMO, to be a fault with the relay itself, or a problem with the fuses. Lee redghost wrote: Fresh fuses, and I did the cycle hazard trick to no avail. I can hear the stupid relay clicking away at high speed like a machine gun. Not sure I can resolder the dumb thing. Can I? On Tuesday

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-04 Thread redghost
The relay makes the noise, the blink do not blink. The hazards work just fine and blink all around, even when the signal choses not not function. On Tuesday, January 3, 2006, at 08:26 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: Fresh fuses, and I did the cycle hazard trick to no avail. I can hear the stupid

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-04 Thread redghost
to the bulb(s.) Unlikely, IMO, to be a fault with the relay itself, or a problem with the fuses. Lee redghost wrote: Fresh fuses, and I did the cycle hazard trick to no avail. I can hear the stupid relay clicking away at high speed like a machine gun. Not sure I can resolder the dumb thing. Can I

Re: [MBZ] cheap SL - LUTHER !!!!!

2006-01-04 Thread redghost
Well not in that context, but it was a reference to the contracted elimination of certain folks On Tuesday, January 3, 2006, at 08:26 PM, Bob Rentfro wrote: No they didn't... - Original Message - From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent:

Re: [MBZ] I've lusted in my heart: '65 230SL

2006-01-04 Thread redghost
hh, that is pretty. She would go well alongside Gump. I have wanted a nice w113 for years, and this euro lite one is just the thing. On Wednesday, January 4, 2006, at 07:00 AM, Zeitgeist wrote: http://makeashorterlink.com/?H2455196C -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995

Re: [MBZ] Needs parts for 107 (esp. seats)

2006-01-04 Thread redghost
The PP catalogue has seat covering. I am sure that Rusty can source it cheaper. A local shop will not be any cheaper than getting the real stuff and some elbow grease to install On Wednesday, January 4, 2006, at 07:29 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Having a local shop recover them will

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-05 Thread redghost
Nope. Rusty has parts for both hazard and for signal relay http://catalog.eautopartscatalog.com/buymb/ wizard.jsp?partner=buymbclientid=buymbpartsbaseurl=http:// www.buymbparts.com/ cookieid=1JY19NLIW1PA191LYRyear=1972make=MBmodel=220-D- 001category=Ppart=Hazard+Flasher+Switch and

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-05 Thread redghost
I had not seen that. I will contact and see what he needs On Wednesday, January 4, 2006, at 06:14 PM, Zeitgeist wrote: Have you seen this Clay? http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/122576367.html Probably has a relay in it somewhere. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent

[MBZ] A few more cars of interest

2006-01-05 Thread redghost
If you are looking, here is good, if you are upset, just delete http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/122694878.html -- 240D stick $3900 http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/122695442.html -- 76 300D $3800 http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/122657743.html -- mystery benz $850

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-05 Thread redghost
I got butkis to offer. He is going to hold onto it for a few more days waiting for an old chrysler On Wednesday, January 4, 2006, at 07:17 PM, Zeitgeist wrote: He needs a Chrysler Imperial. Got one? On 1/4/06, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I had not seen that. I will contact and see

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-05 Thread redghost
I have the candy bar AND the blinker relay. Pulled the blinker yesterday and resoldered. it worked for maybe 12 blinks then died. Cycled the candy bar 25 times and no return to blink. Buzzing in the blink relay. On Wednesday, January 4, 2006, at 11:32 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: Nope. Rusty

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-05 Thread redghost
flasher is not turn signal though On Thursday, January 5, 2006, at 06:47 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: ON cars with the big red button, that IS the flasher relay. This is true on 107, 108, 114, 115, 123, 116 etc Jim Cathey wrote: Nope. Rusty has parts for both hazard and for signal relay

Re: [MBZ] Preventative Maintenance Question

2006-01-05 Thread redghost
I like to have fresh fuel lines, so check the ones at the tank and firewall. The returns are fresh, so no leaks there. Could not kill the car to get a fresh set of fuel filters, that way you know when they were new and can count from that point. Maybe do the valves at the same time, so

Re: [MBZ] Preventative Maintenance Question

2006-01-06 Thread redghost
Not sure if it is factory or not, but Rusty lists a pre-filter, and I have one on Gump. she came to me that way. As for the speaker cover, I changed to the wood trim dash and it was missing a cover. I found one at PnP, but it is pretty weather worn and needs to have the cover heated and

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-06 Thread redghost
Could be that the console was upgraded? I have not found the red dot in cars older than 74, but some of the 73s have the larger flasher at PnP. I guess I could try more resolder, but that was a pain. May just spring for a used relay and play with the old one at my leisure On Thursday,

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-06 Thread redghost
I am a lazy SOB, and have spent the past two days chasing a trunk leak in the driving rain. For the life of me, i have no idea where the water is getting in. About to park my behind in the trunk with a light and see where it is getting in. New tail lights with gaskets and newer trunk seal.

Re: [MBZ] Preventative Maintenance Question

2006-01-06 Thread redghost
I would LOVE a wood speaker cover. Not good at wood shop, so would need to commission the part. I have a bunch of the hard plastic grilles, and picked this up hoping I could make it better. On Thursday, January 5, 2006, at 07:44 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: As for the speaker cover, I changed to

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-06 Thread redghost
Got me then on red dot. The large thing is what Gump came with. Finding that console at PnP is rare compared to the other and I would have to assume from taking the parts out of the console that placement down low for the larger relay may have interfered with the squirrel cage for the AC.

Re: [MBZ] Wood Refinish Guy

2006-01-06 Thread redghost
did you try www.customdashboard.com On Thursday, January 5, 2006, at 02:00 PM, John Peterson wrote: Does anyone remember the contact info for the wood refinish guy that mbz.org used to recommend? I'm looking for him. John Peterson 1991 300D 2.5 77k ___

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-06 Thread redghost
I gave up and went to Benz Friendz for a relay. Seems both the hazard and the blinker relay were bad. Will re-solder the old ones. Took a look at the footwells too. SOAKED, I mean really soaking wet carpet. Got to drag those out and ran shop vac to get some moisture to leave. Got the

Re: [MBZ] Preventative Maintenance Question

2006-01-06 Thread redghost
There are four clips about an inch in from the corners front and back. Using a VERY thin prying screw driver, either pop up from the center and work to a side or pick a corner and pry up. May be a good thing to use the steel part to glue the wood onto On Friday, January 6, 2006, at 02:43

Re: [MBZ] Spare 115 relays?

2006-01-07 Thread redghost
Black may be the better choice as well. Since the front window is cracked and going to need replace, might as well just gack it so that no water gets into the cabin. Might have to remove the driver side window and replace the mirror. Wish I could find the window trim strip while I have the

Re: [MBZ] Papal

2006-01-07 Thread redghost
Will the pontiff have fancy gucci shop shoes? On Friday, January 6, 2006, at 05:07 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Pope is staying at your friend's home also? Holy Genuflection! Maybe you two can do some of that religiously done maintenance I read about from time to time. RLE

Re: [MBZ] a tad on the warm side

2006-01-07 Thread redghost
Looks just like Cleo. At that price it would be a really good parts car On Friday, January 6, 2006, at 06:28 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-E-Class-Spec-Edition-95- E420-Special-Edition-Roof-Phone-Changer-Super-

Re: [MBZ] WOW

2006-01-09 Thread redghost
That is TWICE what I paid for Gump and it just plain junk condition. I would offer him $75 On Sunday, January 8, 2006, at 08:21 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-220-Diesel- 1972-Mercedes-220-Diesel-Parts-Car-or-

Re: [MBZ] cheap 85 300D

2006-01-09 Thread redghost
Shot engine. The dude uses ether to get it going On Sunday, January 8, 2006, at 08:26 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/85-Mercedes-300D-parts-car-or-drive- it_W0QQitemZ8028513709QQcategoryZ6783QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK -- Clay

Re: [MBZ] 1981 380 SEL

2006-01-09 Thread redghost
Around here a nice pick and pull engine is $150 complete On Sunday, January 8, 2006, at 09:59 AM, MICHAEL ESH wrote: Just an update on the $200.00 purchase of the 1981 300 SEL. The engine will not crank over due to being froze up. Previous owner said he thinks he cracked the head or block

[MBZ] Monday criags cars of seattle

2006-01-09 Thread redghost
If you find list offensive, delete if you want some car and are willing to leave the midwest, read on http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/123771402.html -- Overpriced se http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/123758835.html -- 97 e320 $5500 http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/123760692.html --

Re: [MBZ] 240 vs SD Go Trucks

2006-01-10 Thread redghost
changed out the rear lamps on Gump so that she would have rear fogs, and maybe get rid of the water seeping in On Sunday, January 8, 2006, at 12:14 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: Rear fog light? Two of our MB's have them now. (Frankenheap and the for-sale SL.) My SL has it about half-installed, the

Re: [MBZ] I need your help on how to finalize a vehicle purchase on eBay!

2006-01-10 Thread redghost
OMAR Run away! The POS SDL was an eBay car and a total rip off. It was in TX and I was 2300 miles away. Used Paypal and when the deal went bad, was out the cash. I should have had round trip tix, and cash. When it turned into a really bad idea, I could have just walked away instead

Re: [MBZ] Can't resist a good deal

2006-01-10 Thread redghost
Bruce, try to snag the 2.5 190D instead On Sunday, January 8, 2006, at 06:50 PM, B Dike wrote: http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/123669835.html Doh! B Dike [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Any opinions on this? Bruce 82 300CD 334kmi 'His' 85 300CD 240kmi 'Hers' 75 240D 202kmi 'Donner' 77 240D

Re: [MBZ] I need your help on how to finalize a vehicle purchase on eBay!

2006-01-10 Thread redghost
Ed, I would check any car out you are interested in, and may even be willing to deliver it to you. May take about four days of HARD driving to get there, but it would be an adventure On Sunday, January 8, 2006, at 07:51 PM, Ed Booher wrote: On 1/8/06, kayoooh @ gmail [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] 240D for LA folks

2006-01-10 Thread redghost
Damn, I would drive it back here. Then put it on Craigslist and sell it for three times that as ready for biodiesel On Sunday, January 8, 2006, at 08:32 PM, B Dike wrote: http://losangeles.craigslist.org/car/122768197.html Bruce 82 300CD 334kmi 'His' 85 300CD 240kmi 'Hers' 75 240D 202kmi

Re: [MBZ] Monday criags cars of seattle - e320

2006-01-10 Thread redghost
OK. may have to wait until the snow subsides along the route though On Monday, January 9, 2006, at 11:06 AM, Dave Wakin wrote: http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/123758835.html -- 97 e320 $5500 This is a great deal - shifting issue is probably the tranny CPU - probably full of fluid from

Re: [MBZ] Rear fogs

2006-01-10 Thread redghost
there are two bulb holes in the center, above the back up light. Only one was powered in Gump's prior set of tail lights. The newer lamps have contacts in both holes. When I turn the fogs on fully the second bulb fires up. On Monday, January 9, 2006, at 05:26 PM, Jim Cathey wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Rear fogs

2006-01-10 Thread redghost
Nope, Gump has smooths and there were empty sockets for the smaller 5w bulbs On Monday, January 9, 2006, at 05:30 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: changed out the rear lamps on Gump so that she would have rear fogs, and maybe get rid of the water seeping in Odd, the Frankenheap's factory (?) rear fog

Re: [MBZ] 240 vs SD Go Trucks

2006-01-11 Thread redghost
specifically did you replace and what fills their previous function? Wait. I just found this post which answers that. Redghost wrote: there are two bulb holes in the center, above the back up light. Only one was powered in Gump's prior set of tail lights. The newer lamps have contacts in both

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