[MBZ] 1980 300SD Tranny Issue

2014-07-23 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Question for the list: Last year I had a used tranny installed in my 1980 300SD. The tranny was from a recycler in AZ. It supposedly only had 95K on it. My indie installed it. He said everything looked good and really clean, but it had been sitting in a really dry environment for who knows how

Re: [MBZ] turbo update 82 300td

2014-09-12 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Peter, I'll second the silent turbo on old Benzes.  My 83 300D has 360,000 miles and my 80 300SD has around 425,000 miles and I've never heard the turbo in the approximately 18 years that I've owned them.  I agree, if you hear the turbo, it's an exhaust leak or a bad turbo. Best Wishes,

Re: [MBZ] AC Bummer

2014-09-24 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, Try the stop leak.  If that doesn't work, then cut an access hole in the dash, replace the evap, then hinge the piece you cut out and the next time you have a problem you'll have access to the dash.  I can't believe any engineer would require you to remove a dash to work on

[MBZ] OIL THREAD

2014-09-27 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dwight, If your 617 has very many miles, I'd get the synthetic stuff out ASAP.  In my experience (and I know others drool over synthetic), it will make your front and rear main seals start leaking.  BTDT.  I keep synthetic away from both of my 617s.  I still use Mobil, just the dino

Re: [MBZ] OIL THREAD

2014-09-29 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Curt,   My deepest apologies.  I didn't realize that your opinion and experience outweighs everyone else's.  And Gary, I'm living in the present, just not paying excess amounts for synthetic oil.  And my 83 300D has started at below zero with Delvac dino.  Yes, the south is warmer and

Re: [MBZ] OIL THREAD

2014-09-29 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dwight, That's ok.  Use whatever oil you want.  I know I will and I'll sleep well not worrying about the affect on my vehicles.  Best Wishes, Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics, Inc. Monroe, Ga. 770-267-0850 www.dinnerwareclassics.com  (new) www.southernnightsantiques.com  

Re: [MBZ] OIL THREAD

2014-09-29 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Clay, Phoo right back at you. Best Wishes, Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics, Inc. Monroe, Ga. 770-267-0850 www.dinnerwareclassics.com  (new) www.southernnightsantiques.com  (antique) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Veterans on the List

2014-11-12 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Wilton, I am respectful and appreciative of all who have served, especially in political wars such as Viet Nam.  I was lucky.  I was in college and sitting in the student union when the draft lottery was taken for all the birthdays.  My numbered was 332, my older brother was 289, and my

[MBZ] Selling My 1983 300D

2014-11-19 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
To all,    I've decided that I have 4 vehicles and that's 2 or 3 too many.  So, I've decided to sell my 1983 300D.  I'm offering here before I go to Craigslist.  It's good, but not perfect, has good and bad qualities.  I'm providing a listing below of information.  You can email me offlist

Re: [MBZ] Batteries

2014-11-20 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
WOW.  Batteries have gone up more than my Obamacare insurance.  I purchased Bosch group 49 from PepBoys for both of my old 617s.  They prorated one this summer that my alternator ruined, so it must have been within their 3 yr warranty and it was $109 or $119 when I purchased it.  They are now

[MBZ] 86 3.0 MB Motor

2014-12-22 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
No interest, but someone might. http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/pts/4809238323.html Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics, Inc. Monroe, Ga. 770-267-0850 www.dinnerwareclassics.com (new) www.southernnightsantiques.com (antique) ___

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300TD Blows Ice Cold no matter how cold it is

2014-12-23 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Andrew,    I don't normally get involved in these discussions, but I'm intrigued by the blow up your engine comment.  How would a monovalve do that?  I could understand a stuck thermostat or some such, but a monovalve?  It must be doing something that I'm not familiar with. Please

Re: [MBZ] Your OT automotive pR0n for the day

2015-01-01 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Wilton,   I think you have always been lucky, otherwise, you wouldn't be here today to pass on your wonderful stories.  Personally, I'm glad you've always been lucky, but I must say my brother had one of those wind up mowers and it was a cusser, I know as I used to mow for him :-).  May

Re: [MBZ] Korean malware FIXED

2015-02-04 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Curly, Not sure what problem you're having.  I've been running an HP2840 since Win98 to WinXP and now Win7.  It installs better under XP if you have the install disk which uses the web setup to install everything correctly (scanner, fax, etc.).  Sometimes the web setup runs into conflict

Re: [MBZ] OT: Where to dump the snow in Boston?

2015-02-12 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
I'll add a simple tidbit to this discussion.  When I was in school many decades ago, the prevailing scientific view was that the Earth was still coming out of the last ice age and would be for many more centuries.  Now, these scientists had no money making, vested interest in what the warming

Re: [MBZ] OT License plate Readers

2015-01-28 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
To all in this discussion,   I'm glad to see so many concerned citizens.  Now if all of you will call or write your elected officials, at all levels, and give them a piece of your mind, it will get better.  It's nice to discuss on this list, but that accomplishes nothing but making you

Re: [MBZ] OT - Best Linux Distro for P4 boxes?

2015-01-09 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, I know about compatibility mode.  I tried it and a lot of other things.  It wasn't so much my programs as my wife's accounting software and old Lotus apps that she still used.  I even tried the virtual box with XP loaded to no avail.  These apps had been moved using PCMover.  What

Re: [MBZ] OT - Best Linux Distro for P4 boxes?

2015-01-09 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Craig,   If you have the choice, I'd recommend loading 32bit Win7 Pro.  I have two core2duo Dells that were running XP SP3.  I loaded 32bit Win7 Pro and the PCs actually seem slower than on XP.  Also, some of my old programs no longer wanted to work on a 64bit OS.  I've found that

[MBZ] Better than eBay

2015-02-20 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Question:   Have any of you found a site better to use than eBay?  When I say better, I mean one not run by children disguised as adults.  I have websites, but also sell on eBay simply because of the larger exposure.  However, when you have a customer problem, eBay seems to not deal in

[MBZ] Lucas Transmission Fix

2015-03-14 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Mitch,    My 1980 300SD with the used tranny installed a year ago slips between 2/3 and 3/4 under medium load.  I just had it serviced and had a bottle of Lucas added.  Lucas claims to fix slipping, hard shifts, etc. etc.  There was no immediate improvement as some claim on Youtube.  I'll

Re: [MBZ] Lucas Transmission Fix

2015-03-15 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
that would be great.  If not, I'll just adjust to how it shifts.  I've got three other vehicles, so it's not a daily driver. Again, good luck to both of us. Roger - Original Message - rogerhga--- via Mercedes wrote: My Indie thought I was crazy (maybe I am), but he didn't see how

Re: [MBZ] More on from the global warming conspiracy front

2015-03-20 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Well, I'm going to add some stuff simply because I can't take any more of the bickering...it's making my eyes hurt as I read it.  Personally, I think the Earth may be both warming and cooling.  Why, the magnetic poles are trying to flip.  Now, if you read the science, which according to some on

Re: [MBZ] Global warming? No, Global ice age.

2015-03-07 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Several years ago, I read articles about the magnetic poles flipping.  The article described how the Earth's magnetic fields will weaken in areas allowing the Sun's radiation to get through more strongly causing more skin cancer cases.  I'm not a scientist, but I wonder if any of this is

Re: [MBZ] OT Another Airbus bores in

2015-03-26 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
, rogerhga--- via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Has anyone considered the other side?  The pilot incapacitated the co-pilot before leaving the cockpit.  Therefore, he could make a show of not getting back in.  He could also NOT enter the code which would have released the door in 5

Re: [MBZ] OT Another Airbus bores in

2015-03-26 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
of impact before burning off so death was instant for all on board. On Thu, Mar 26, 2015 at 8:46 AM, rogerhga--- via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Has anyone considered the other side?  The pilot incapacitated the co-pilot before leaving the cockpit.  Therefore, he could make a show

Re: [MBZ] OT: FCC Net Neutrality

2015-02-27 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
I think the FCC did the right thing, as the Telcos/ISPs were making noises about controlling or selling bandwidth to control speed for some customers. Dan,   I agree with some of your points, but as I read the details, the main concern was to get it categorized as a utility so it can

Re: [MBZ] OT: FCC Net Neutrality

2015-02-27 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
People getting their internet through a telco are already being taxed, Comcast has been getting a free ride in that regard. Curt,   You are right, except that going forward the governments (state and local) will now have the authority and justification to add more taxes.  If you want

Re: [MBZ] OT: FCC Net Neutrality

2015-02-27 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Incorrect on every point. Curt,    Sorry, but I think you are incorrect on every point.  I hope you remember how much better and cheaper phone service would be if it was just all deregulated.  And natural gas.  And everything else where our wonderful government has gotten involved. 

Re: [MBZ] OT: FCC Net Neutrality

2015-02-27 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
A would suggest that if anyone here wants to see one of the most monopolistic ISP/telco arrangements in the country they look at West Virginia.  Frontier has a death grip on the state's infrastructure and controls it ruthlessly, as well as the legislature. Dan, I think you need to

Re: [MBZ] OT Global warming (aka climate change), linked to

2015-02-25 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Well, I'm currently experiencing a mix of rain/sleet/snow here in Monroe, East of Atlanta.  Just hope the power doesn't go.  Don't mind the snow, but hate the ice storms. Best wishes, Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics, Inc. Monroe, Ga. 770-267-0850 www.dinnerwareclassics.com  (new)

Re: [MBZ] OT Global warming (aka climate change), linked to

2015-02-25 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
The easy way is to blame Obama.  That way you don't have to fret about the differences between weather and climate! Andrew, I'm retired now so I don't care about the difference between weather and climate, as long as the power stays on and I don't have a tornado.  As to blaming

Re: [MBZ] OT Another Airbus bores in

2015-03-26 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Has anyone considered the other side?  The pilot incapacitated the co-pilot before leaving the cockpit.  Therefore, he could make a show of not getting back in.  He could also NOT enter the code which would have released the door in 5 minutes possibly leaving the pilot with 3 minutes to correct

[MBZ] Mowers For Kaleb

2015-04-24 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Kaleb,   Buy a used mower, forget about impressing list members with a new one.  I haven't purchased a new mower since the late 70s.  I currently have three BS mowers, two are close to 20 years old and still going strong and one is about 10 years old.  So maybe the newer ones are bad, but

Re: [MBZ] Synthetic Diesel!

2015-04-28 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
It seems that it would be easier to build portable synthetic diesel plants and move them to the old land fills around the country and create synthetic diesel from all the methane that's available.  Or tap into some natural gas where it's not economical to transport.  Or just build a plant in DC

[MBZ] More mower again

2015-04-29 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Kaleb,   I'll offer another suggestion even though you didn't respond to my last ones.  Anyway, I just had a guy come to my house and fix all three of my mowers (two push and one rider).  One of the push mowers had the same problem you describe regarding starting.  This guy removed the

Re: [MBZ] the sky is falling

2015-07-01 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Gerry, I think you have it backwards.  Bill was/is actually Hillary's sock puppet.  How many did she have killed over White Water, last count was around 50.  And Foster killing himself and Hillary ending up with his personal files.  Pleease!!!   Hillary is a dangerous, maniacal, power

[MBZ] Several Barn Finds in NJ

2015-05-22 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
I wonder about the mileage on the 85 300SD.  It looks like a lot of blow by on the valve cover for only 121,400 miles.  I don't get that much blow by on my 80 300SD with around 425,000 miles.  Plus, I got well over 200,000 miles on the starter on both my 617s. Just an observation. Best

Re: [MBZ] He is either from New Jersey or is on crack

2015-08-20 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Gee, you guys are just too cheap!  In the Atlanta area, a car like this would go for around $7500, if he charges the AC and gets it working.  In my area, the prices of these old 617 cars (116, 126, 123) have been going up.  I think the survivor crowd is buying them up.  Remember the old

Re: [MBZ] Somewhat OT: Liberal Hand-wringing, Painful Introspection, and Existential Crises

2015-10-21 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Meade, Curt, The 77 Cutlass actually got that mileage. I was suspicious so I compared its odometer against the mile markers on Interstate 65 in Indiana. The odometer was accurate. The engine really got around 35 mpg. That's why when I returned it to retrieve my 77 Olds Omega, I offered them a

Re: [MBZ] single payer health insurance

2015-11-01 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
>>I say dump Medicare if we can recoup some modicum of national pride and >>security. >>mao Mao, As someone who has had to live on poor but expensive regular health plans and poor but expensive ACA plans, I am quite happy with my current medicare plan. And after all I did pay into it just

Re: [MBZ] single payer health insurance

2015-11-02 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
> I am pretty clear on one point. Somewhere in the Obamacare scheme, someone entity gets very very rich.. Who? >> G Mann, Obamacare, which started with the closed door meetings between the POTUS and the heads of the insurance companies, is designed to provide the insurance companies

Re: [MBZ] OT Diversity

2015-10-14 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Guys, Don't know if anyone noticed, and obviously the paid for networks didn't, but the live online poll being held by CNN during the debate showed Sanders thumping Clinton by a 81% to 13% margin. As Andrew uses the word, the other curs split the remaining. Of course the bought and paid for

[MBZ] Tranny Problem 1980 300SD

2015-10-07 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
First, I want to thank Curly for giving me the tip to contact Sun Valley Trans. I spoke with Mark, he was gracious and took the time to listen and offer a diagnostic suggestion. I'm not a mechanic, but I could follow his direction and determined that I have in fact a vacuum problem and not a

Re: [MBZ] Tranny Problem 1980 300SD

2015-10-08 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Curly, Mark didn't say whether I had too much or too little vac. With no vacuum to the transmission modulator, it shifts good. So that would seem like too much vacuum when connected. Kaleb, the 116 does have the linkage rod, but it also has the vacuum line from the modulator valve on top of

Re: [MBZ] Tranny Problem 1980 300SD

2015-10-08 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Guys, I appreciate the info and offers of help on info. I have the MB blue technical manual for the 1980 series (240, 300D, 300SD, 230, etc.) It shows the vacuum diagram, but it includes the EGR and circuit, which mine does not have. As I said, I'm not a mechanical person and that's why I've

Re: [MBZ] Somewhat OT: Liberal Hand-wringing, Painful Introspection, and Existential Crises

2015-10-20 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Guys, I'm not sure what the fuss is here. I've never purchased a new car including back into the 70s which ever met the mileage listed on the sticker. I think VW should sue the EPA for restriction of trade or some such nonsense. Either way, I agree, the lawyers will end up richer, the

Re: [MBZ] Hey Poos Many added on security features, including bullet proof windows!

2015-10-20 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Mitch, It may not be high mileage. It may be one of those owners with a big butt who "plops" down on the seat instead of getting in easily. Just saying Best Wishes, Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics, Inc. Monroe, Ga. 770-267-0850 www.dinnerwareclassics.com (new)

Re: [MBZ] 1980 300SD Transmission Problem

2015-10-14 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Scott, Thanks for the diagrams, but still no joy. The first one is somewhat close, but instead of the vac switch on top of the valve cover, mine has linkage rods that must be adjusted just right. These coordinate the throttle pedal with the IP and the rod to the tranny. Again, it's strange to

Re: [MBZ] 1980 300SD Transmission Problem

2015-10-13 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Curly, Yes, Mark and others have advised me that the tranny is getting too much vacuum to shift properly. And it seems the most obvious culprit is the vacuum modulator on top of the IP, but I won't know for positive until I can get the vacuum checked. I hope it's not as the last time it went,

Re: [MBZ] 1980 300SD Transmission Problem

2015-10-13 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Scott, My car has the rod to the tranny and not the cable. Again, per Mark at Sun Valley, it's an "early, simplified" version. The switches on top of the valve cover are tied to both the IP and the EGR circuit, so I don't think you could bypass them. My car does not have the EGR, but my 1983

[MBZ] 1980 300SD Transmission Problem

2015-10-12 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
So...an update. It seems that my 1980 300SD has a "simplified, early version" vacuum setup for that model year. I have the 1980 MB service manual and the vacuum diagram does NOT match. I spoke with Mark again at Sun Valley and he advised me that my setup is the simplified, early version. To

[MBZ] 123 300D Engine/Trans into a 116 300SD

2015-09-28 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Has anyone tried this kind of swap? Can it be done? They have different vac systems for the trans, etc., but if you just come off the vac pump to the normal set up, could it work? Not sure if there are any different electrical harnesses that would be a problem, etc. Thanks for any thoughts on

[MBZ] 123 300D Engine/Trans into a 116 300SD

2015-09-28 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Guys, The engines in both cars are fine. The tranny in the 116 is flacky. The tranny in the 123 is a rebuilt with less than 100K on it. Since a new/rebuilt tranny for the 116 would be more than the 123 is probably worth, I thought it might be worth considering having my Indy use the 123 as a

Re: [MBZ] San Bernardino

2015-12-08 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
I like the "wishful thinking" that some of you have.  It's good and makes people feel good, but rarely changes reality.  The middle east, Africa, South America, and somewhat in the USA are tribal cultures.  They fight and hate for hundreds and thousands of years.  Bush thought he could give

[MBZ] FedEx Ape-like Package Handling

2015-12-05 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan,    I have experienced a high level of breakage this season with the USPS.  I think they have all hired a bunch of seasonal employees and NOT properly trained any of them.  We ship antiques and you can't replace some items with any amount of money.  I plan to file a complaint with the

Re: [MBZ] San Bernardino

2015-12-07 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Wilton,   I've started shortening the acronym, less typing, to just POS.   >>> I doubt that Congress will do anything that POTUS asks. Wilton   Best Wishes, Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics, Inc. Monroe, Ga. 770-267-0850 www.dinnerwareclassics.com  (new)

Re: [MBZ] San Bernardino

2015-12-07 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Mao, I've always been an advocate of "bomb them until they surrender", but not putting "boots on the ground" until they do surrender.  Yes, you may kill a few "innocent" people but that never stopped the bombing of Germany and Japan during WWII.  If my country were truly at risk, I'd lock

[MBZ] Pol Theatre

2015-12-10 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
> Lotta the Trumpcrap sounds Naziezque - 'reminds me of Hitler in late 30's, early 40's - 'scares the Hell outa me. Wilton >>>   Wilton, I respect your background, but I think you're confusing Trump with the liberals.  You know, the ones on college campuses that won't let anyone

Re: [MBZ] Pol Theatre

2015-12-10 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, Unfortunately, I've noticed that a lot of the "old guard Republicans" are no more than RINOs.  It seems that after JC got his rear kicked by Reagan, a lot of Democrats saw the demographic writing on the wall and switched parties or at least voting patterns.  I've seen it a lot here

Re: [MBZ] holy crap this is nice

2016-01-04 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
WellI have an 80 300SD with over 420,000 miles still running the original engine which has never required any work. So, if a new engine and rebuilt tranny were installed at less than 200,000, then I doubt this car has been as well cared for as indicated. It has a "shiny new paint job" to

Re: [MBZ] name of the list

2015-11-25 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Well, I don't want to change the list name so I'll contribute some MB stuff.  I went out today and started by my old 617s.  They'd been sitting for almost a month and I realized I needed a run to warm the engine and charge the batteries by taking them for a 30-45 minute spin.  They both cranked

Re: [MBZ] Computers

2016-06-05 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Jim, That seems like a lot of money :-)) I know your personal time doesn't have any value, but So while we are telling such experiences... I have a Dell Vostro 200, 2006/2007 dual core PC. About 1 1/2 years ago my wife's old Dell 5150 needed replacing (now that's an old PC). I bought her a

Re: [MBZ] Mexicans -- story

2016-06-05 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Curt, >>>How would you feel about Mexicans sending drones up here to wipe out the >>>drug users? >>>-Curt Curt, I'd be fine with that. But it would not be necessary if we stopped the drug production and illegal entry into the US. From my business process days, I see it as Root Cause

Re: [MBZ] OT: Mexicans

2016-06-08 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
IF you look at the judge and look at the interview Trump did, it's not stupid at all. Some may not like it, but that's up to each...some people still think Hillary is honest and that is really stupid. Anyway, I don't care about the generation, look at the judge's association with the La Raza

[MBZ] Alternative Refrigerants

2016-06-12 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, Try the DuraCool. I used it in my 1983 300D for a few years. It cools great, less load on the engine, didn't need to do any flush and new oil stuff, etc.

Re: [MBZ] Alternative Refrigerants

2016-06-12 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, I was surprised at the price I found. Several years ago when I bought a case from a source in OH, it was around $7.50/can. My 300D took around 1.5 cans because I still had some Freeze12 in the system. I never minded mixing. If some leaked out, no big deal. I think science has shown that

Re: [MBZ] Mexicans -- story

2016-06-04 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Guys, please stop with the bleeding hearts for the Mexicans. Have you calculated what they cost taxpaying citizens of the USA? 1. They use the emergency room and get free health care, while you wait for them to get treated. 2. Our schools, gov't. , etc. have to print signs, paperwork,

[MBZ] 1991 300e Parts

2016-06-04 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Not mine, no interest in it. But for $600, the interior looks pretty good, plus probably other parts as well. http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/5619134396.html This is close to a Kaleb price. Best Wishes, Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics, Inc. Monroe, Ga. 770-267-0850

[MBZ] This is the nicest 116 I have seen in a long time

2016-06-13 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Kaleb, Really nice body and interior. Curious why there is so much blow by on the valve cover. My 1980 300SD doesn't have that much and it has over 425,000 miles. Also, this model was made for 1978,79,and 1980. Unfortunately, MB went to the plastic 126 in 1981. Daniel tells a lot of info and

Re: [MBZ] This actually looks like a good deal

2016-06-14 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Kaleb, My best Indies always said the 84 300SD was the best. Something to do with MB trying to "improve" the torque converter in the tranny in the 85 making it worse than the 84. I don't know personally as I've never owned either. But these Indies were mostly spot on about what they told me on

Re: [MBZ] Mexicans -- story

2016-06-05 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
I'll tell you the same as I've told others. I used to smoke for 18 years, but I haven't smoked for about 30 years. I would still rather meet a driver under the influence of a Camel than alcohol or drugs (of any type). But you can buy the alcohol in many forms and now get MJ in CO and other

Re: [MBZ] Convert AC Back to R12

2016-05-30 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Jim, I've been mixing refrigerant in my 1983 300D for 10-12 years now. The compressor is still the original one I got in the car almost 20 years ago when it was running pure R12. I've added different refrigerant because of a very, very small leak that will drain the system over the Winter

Re: [MBZ] Convert AC Back to R12

2016-05-29 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, If you just get cans of DuraCool, you don't really need to change connectors, etc. Again, I've mixed R12, DuraCool, and R134a in my 300D with no problems. In hindsight, I preferred the DuraCool. It cooled better, cooled at lower head temperatures, less drag on engine taking off and uphill

Re: [MBZ] Convert AC Back to R12

2016-05-29 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, I've always wondered why everyone is so picky about the oil. My 1980 300SD was converted to R134a years ago and I keep it on that. But in my old 1983 300D, I've used everything with no ill affects. It was on R12 originally. I put on a set of R134a connectors and started using DuraCool.

[MBZ] OT: Does anyone know bugs?

2016-05-29 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Craig, I would tell you to "run", but these are not bugs that are lethal. I'm NOT a bugologist, but the first looks like a type of horned beetle. The second looks like a type of centipede. Throw them outside and don't worry. Look for a crack where they got in and seal it. Best Wishes, Roger

Re: [MBZ] OT: Replacing a disk on a Windows system

2016-06-21 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Well, I loaded a copy of Win7 64bit Pro on two desktops and a laptop. Each one called home to register themselves. Months later, I loaded Win10 64 bit Pro on the two desktops and the laptop required 32 bit. But, each one called home and registered themselves with no problems. If you have a

Re: [MBZ] No click ransomware (Beware!)

2016-06-22 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
If you run FireFox, right click the icon and open a "private viewing session". This blocks most of the tracking, etc. If you run Netflix, Netflix won't work with the private session as it wants to track what you watch, etc. Just a suggestion. Best Wishes, Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware

Re: [MBZ] OT: Replacing a disk on a Windows system

2016-06-22 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Clay, I have two older Dells (Vostro 200 and 220) with dual core CPUs. I had a "good" multi-user copy of Win7 Pro from a law firm support person. I've loaded it on 3 PCs prior to upgrade to Win10. All three loaded and registered via the internet with no problems. The only problem I had was the

Re: [MBZ] Lots of crack smoked

2016-06-22 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Kaleb, My 1980 300SD has clear coat, but my 1983 300D does not. Now the 300D did have a rear end bump and the crazy shop put clear coat on the rear which now with age does NOT match the front 3/4 of the car, plus its peeling off. Don't know why the shop thought it had clear coat. Best Wishes,

Re: [MBZ] OT Mac OS 10.12

2016-06-24 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Curly, Back in the early 90s, there was a window of opportunity to have one OS, Unix, but the arrogance and ego of the Unix "leaders" prevented progress. There were new GUIs such as Looking Glass and others that could have been used. If so, we wouldn't have gone through the IBM and MS messes

Re: [MBZ] nice looking 116

2016-06-27 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Meade, The front and rear bumpers do stick out on mine, it's the US version versus the smaller Euro version. I like the US version because they have shocks on the inside which let the bumper take a bump without ruining the bumper. Plus the hard rubber band helps protect the chrome. As you

Re: [MBZ] nice looking 116

2016-06-27 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Now guys, stop picking on my 116 or I will have to start pointing out the lack of virtue in some of your favorite models. If you don't like the looks, then don't look. If you don't like the car, you've probably never owned one. I have owned my 1980 300SD for about 20 years. I would NOT swap it

[MBZ] The epitome of MB quality, comfort, and engineering

2016-02-08 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Kaleb, I must protest. The 1980 300SD was the last year of real MB quality. After that, MB starting replacing things with plastic, seats that tear and wear, etc. My 1980 300SD has over 425,000 miles on dino oil, never had the head off, still has the original exhaust, etc. etc. I get it out and

Re: [MBZ] The epitome of MB quality, comfort, and engineering

2016-02-09 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Peter, My 1980 300SD was sold in the Atlanta area and has spent its entire life in Georgia. It has rarely ever been exposed to salt. Hence, the body is in excellent shape. I had the leather and seat pads redone about 18 years ago and they are still fine. It starts a little slow when it's below

Re: [MBZ] Is it 1995?

2016-02-12 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Rich, My county has sign ordinances as well, but they are waived and not enforced during election campaigns. I think enforcement during election campaigns might be considered an infringement upon your right to freedom of speech. If you take down/destroy other peoples signs, they just might

Re: [MBZ] One for K'leb

2016-02-12 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Rick, You have to get back to the 1600, 1700, and 1800s before you start to know china. Anyway, it's fun to look at the changes over the years. Lots of women were not educated by their mothers as to fine china. I had a lady tell me once that she was a bad mother because she had never trained

[MBZ] Not an Oil Thread - Mann vs. Mahle

2016-02-09 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, I always used Mann in both my 617s and they've kept the engines clean. Although the last few changes I've used STP oil filters. I know it sounds strange, but when removed the paper held up good and the filter was full of soot just like the Mann filters always were, and they look

Re: [MBZ] The epitome of MB quality, comfort, and engineering

2016-02-09 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, I understand your liking the 126. I almost got one about 20 years ago when I got my 123, but I wanted something a little smaller for around Atlanta traffic. About 6 months earlier I had acquired the 116 for my wife as all of its metal made me feel better about her safety. The only things

Re: [MBZ] Cruise Amp Source

2016-02-11 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, Sorry, but you're rather harsh on George Murphy. I've personally dealt with George for around 15 years or more getting rebuilt servo units for my 1980 300SD. George has always been helpful, professional, and stood behind his servo products. I've never dealt with the cruise amps as I don't

Re: [MBZ] Is it 1995?

2016-02-11 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Kaleb, I go back (list/club wise) to 1996, but I still recognize most of what you're talking about. I've tried to forget a lot of it. Best Wishes, Roger Roger Hale Dinnerware Classics, Inc. Monroe, Ga. 770-267-0850 www.dinnerwareclassics.com ___

Re: [MBZ] Larry T Oil Analyses and Aircraft

2016-02-13 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Ok guys, enlighten me please. What value do you gain from an oil analysis? If your engine is worn out, you probably know from the bad starting and lack of power. If it has metal fragments, you would know from the valve chatter or other noise. If you're using the wrong oil, you should know from

Re: [MBZ] Larry T Oil Analyses and Aircraft

2016-02-13 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, etal, I totally understand the info you've provided and I can see certain values to performing the tests for those certain reasons. My two old 617s are 33 and 36 years old, still on the original engines, and dino oil changed with the filter every 3K miles. Thanks again for the info guys.

Re: [MBZ] Amazon Prime

2016-02-23 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Curt, The tape and everything was brand new with absolutely no signs of reuse. It appears that some of the bigger "ebay stores" also stock and sell with Amazon and as such when they say "free shipping", Amazon Prime does the shipping and the tape is their way of advertising. Again, the

Re: [MBZ] MB Batteries

2016-02-29 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Check out PepBoys for a group 49 battery. Unless my eyes are going bad, my local store has Bosch for $121 or $129, can't remember for positive. The last one I got was $109 and the one before was $99. In my two old 617s which aren't driven enough they sometimes don't last 3 years, but the good

[MBZ] Amazon Prime

2016-02-22 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, I don't know what's happening. A couple of the latest items I've purchased on eBay came quickly in boxes with tape that said "Amazon Prime". The shipping on the items was free also. Is Amazon shipping for their vendors who also sell on eBay? Today's horrific economic climate is certainly

Re: [MBZ] tires

2016-02-16 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Dan, Did your tire guy check for a Michelin warranty/recall for southern tires? My SNL bought a used car, had Michelins, looked bad, took them to a tire store and they processed a refund and he replaced the tires with new ones. Tire shop said their was a warranty/recall on southern tires

[MBZ] The crack is strong in this one

2016-02-17 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
Guys, I'm starting to worry about the members of this list. It seems many of you know way too much about crack...and more shocking, the ability to retrieve it from a certain female body part. I realize that some of these vehicles on CL "may well be questionable", the seller has every right to

Re: [MBZ] 617 Fuel Filter Bolt

2016-02-19 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
I think the real problem is the aluminum washers for the bolt. I tried a few on my 617s and had to really crank the bolt to stop "seeping" fuel. I returned to the copper washers and they seal much better with no seeping problems. I guess the aluminum are cheaper, but more of a potential

Re: [MBZ] 300SDL in Atlanta

2016-02-20 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
This car appears to be covered in mold which is not good for the interior or the exterior underneath. Also, I thought the SDL was only made in 86 and 87 in the 300, then it went to the 350 later. Seems like there are unanswered questions about this car. If it's really badged correctly, then

Re: [MBZ] 300SDL in Atlanta

2016-02-20 Thread rogerhga--- via Mercedes
This is definitely mold and not dust. Notice the mold on the "sides" of the seats, dust would not hang there. Also, why say less than 110K when the speedo shows 112K + miles? It's probably been stored under a tarp or cover that caused it to collect moisture and thus the mold. It is humid here

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