[MBZ] Selling 87 300D
I posted this up last week on the Super tubo site and thought I would spam my good friends here too. This OM603 powered W124 would make a good starting point for a super turbo project. It was the original diesel Hot Rod and held the fastest diesel production car in the US for years. I hate to let it go but I've got to face facts that I will not be able to give it the attention it deserves. There is some right front corner and bumper damage, but it did not effect the engine compartment or core support. 23 mi Runs and shifts well. It still has a #14 head but has never overheated or built reservoir pressure overnight. Under duress from swmbo teenage son drove this car for eight months. So the interior shows wear (door panels armrests) also right front damage. The wife and I drove and loved this car for years and it was well maintained. Now it breaks my heart to see it. I'm offering it to my super turbo friends before it goes to Craigs list. $1800. http://www.schumanautomotive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6320 Bob D. Parrish, FL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Selling 87 300D
I can send some out tomorrow. For now check the link in my first post Bob On 4/30/08, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bob, Got Pictures? At 06:45 PM 4/30/2008, you wrote: I posted this up last week on the Super tubo site and thought I would spam my good friends here too. This OM603 powered W124 would make a good starting point for a super turbo project. It was the original diesel Hot Rod and held the fastest diesel production car in the US for years. I hate to let it go but I've got to face facts that I will not be able to give it the attention it deserves. There is some right front corner and bumper damage, but it did not effect the engine compartment or core support. 23 mi Runs and shifts well. It still has a #14 head but has never overheated or built reservoir pressure overnight. Under duress from swmbo teenage son drove this car for eight months. So the interior shows wear (door panels armrests) also right front damage. The wife and I drove and loved this car for years and it was well maintained. Now it breaks my heart to see it. I'm offering it to my super turbo friends before it goes to Craigs list. $1800. http://www.schumanautomotive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6320 Bob D. Parrish, FL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Loren Faeth ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Barack Hussein Exposes Self
Hey thanks Rich, You've eloquently stated the democratic position on government. The enlightened, privileged, liberals are the rightful rulers of this country. The rest of us, uneducated ignorant masses, should be grateful we have them to make the choices for us as to how to worship, spend our money and educate our children. Barack must have been a bit tired and thought he was only among like minded members of the elite to let this truth of the left slip out. Bob D. Parridh, Fl On 4/14/08, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The problem is as someone in the core of the country you lack the intelligence to understand the nuance of his statements, and will do much better when you have him to decide these things for you, you bitter, anti-immigrant, gun-toting, bible-thumping, rube. And you probably watch Nascar races on TV too, Bubba. --R Zoltan Finks wrote: Okay, I just heard on Meet the Press Obama's statement on small-town and Middle America. I am not surprised, rather pleased that he has at least partially exposed how he really feels and what he really thinks. The highlights of his comments include things like folks in Pennsylvania and the Midwest cling to religion and guns and oppose immigration because we're bitter. It's already being explained away as something that could have been stated better. Nope, it was an extended, explicit statement, not a slip-up. And besides, if the great orator can be in such very significant error as this, is he really such a great communicator? I mean this is far worse than Hillary's ridiculous statement about Bosnian sniper fire. Okay, Obama, we'll join you in hope for change as you stereotype and belittle the core of this country. Brian ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 350SD relisted
Did anyone else notice the belt tensioner shock not where it belongs? I think it is zip tied to the dip stick?? Not sure what that says about other needed repairs. Original books and records, how about the engine replacement paper work? Bob D. Parrrish, FL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Re; blown turbo 300SDL
Yep, it comes right out. No major trauma was right. I didn't even skin a knuckle. and that is unusual for me. I'm glad I didn't throw out that spare when I was cleaning out the garage a couple of months back. She is back to purring like a kitten, well a big 4000lb german diesel kitten. Bob D. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Re; blown turbo 300SDL
Broken ez out is not good. I have had success with them doing marine work, but you have to drill perfectly. On a stud you should drill dead center, all the way through. start small and work up. make the last bit or two a left hander. don't even try drilling again until you get the ez out out. Oh one othe thing, before I drill i give the stud a good smack with a drift punch and then a center punch. If you can file the end of the stud flat and perpendicular. Good luck! Bob D. On 1/12/08, Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bob: Do you think your luck will hold on getting a broken stud out of the head without taking it off the engine? My brother's SDL had a stud broken off, last on at the rear on the exhaust -- stitting there hopeless at the moment (he's gonna see if his buddy has some left hand drills and a reverable right angle drill) -- already broke a cheapo easy out off in it (I told him not to use them, I've never heard of anyone actually removing anything with them). So it sits. We are, unfortunately, planning on pulling the head next week to get it fixed. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] blown turbo 300SDL
So I've been driving the wife's SDL the last few days and I thought I noticed some turbo whine. I figured it had always been there, No. Accelerating up an on ramp giving it a bit of Italian tune up all of a sudden it starts sounding like a kid's bike with a playing card in the spokes. I checked under the hood and decided to limp it home. She was smoking pretty good but the oil level light stayed off and the pressure never budged of the high peg. I've had the head and exhaust manifold off as a unit before. My question is how hard is it to get the turbo RR'd . Can it be done without removing othe large assemblies Bob D. Parrish, FL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 60x with broken chain and cam
Leak down test. You don't really need the tester for gross results. Apply compressed air though the glow plug holes, with the valves closed and the piston at TDC or BDC. Listen at the intake exhaust and oil fill for escaping air. Bent valves will be obvious. worn rings a little less so. Bob Parrish, FL On 12/31/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: yea, I do have another engine I can use if need be, but would rather keep the euro engine intact. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730-Tulsa FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, December 31, 2007 8:48 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 60x with broken chain and cam So, what's the plan now? I thought you had another engine waiting in the wings for that car, or is this yet another project? Regardless - just pull the head if you are going to get that engine running again. On Dec 31, 2007 8:11 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: h -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli and/or Mark Twain '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles
Bosio Nozzle seem to have tighter QC than bosch india. Ipretty sure they are italian made. Rusty can you get the Bosio nozzles? If they don't come from you I'm not sure I want them. Bob D. Parrish, FL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Wheel Bearings!
One method that works for seal removal on some but not all set ups is to remove the nut and outside bearing then reinstall just the nut. Pull briskly out and down on the rotor. The nut inner bearing and seal will be left on the spindle with the seal usually still reuseable after CVI. Bob D. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fix or Sell? killer R12
You pablum eater and kool aide drinkers crack me up. Ozone is continually created in the upper atmosphere in vast quantities by sunlight acting on the gases present. It is the height of hubris to think mans puny efforts even if they were intentional could have a significant effect. R12 was banned after very little evidence was gathered because it was too easy to produce and too efficient in doing its job to be profitable any more. R134 was adopted as a replacement from among many better alternatives because it was patentable and requires extensive maintenance and replacement of system components to remain even marginally effective. Oh Yeah, now refrigeration is much more highly taxed and regulated. Next it is going to be Help Help the UN needs to save us all by taxing and controlling any use of energy because the gas produced by all breathing life and any combustion has been reclassified as a pollutant. Help Help the polar bears are drowning. LMAO, Bob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OM603 belt tensioner
Ok so, checking the oil in the wifes oil in the SDL and low and behold the top bolt for the belt tensioner shock is missing and so is the top bushing and the threads in the head too. I figure I can helicoil the threads, but what is the list wisdom on OEM, OE or after market for the shock and idler pulley. I thought I remember a discussion a while back the MB part lacked some quality. I think I should replace the pulley too as when I ran the engine and held the lose end there was a sharp vibration and the belt was visibliy jumping. Any advice or guidance will be appriciated. Bob D Parrish, Fl
Re: [MBZ] OT - Global Warming rebuttal
I'll rebut it even though no point has been made. In the case of the first graph it must be stated that just because two events occur together and track in a similar fashion does not establish a cause and effect relationship. It is an interesting and theory that increase concentrations of Co2 can cause warming but the evidence is circumstantial at best. The rise in Co2 in PPM is analogous to pissing in the ocean to increase the salinity. The Y-axis on the second graph and the lack of other data make it highly suspect of the fallacy of lies, damn lies and statistics. Temperature Anomaly, it looks like scales were chosen to amplify a foregone conclusion. The lack of scientific rigor and fanatic hostility to other view points is appalling. There are historic periods in the northern hemisphere were temperature were higher than now. Let's keep the environment clean and healthy, but try to avoid the hysteria and lemming like rush to hand over to governments even more taxing and control authority over the use of energy. Bob D. Parrish, FL On 2/6/07, Lee Einer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: L. Mark Finch wrote: Rebut this: http://www.koshland-science-museum.org/exhibitgcc/historical03.jsp http://data.giss.nasa.gov/gistemp/graphs/Fig.A3.lrg.gif Those temperatures were all recorded by lefties and environmental wackos. I'm sure of it. Lee
Re: [MBZ] [OT] The Imperial Presidency
It never ceases to amaze me that the same Bush is infringing on my freedoms crowed are also the same folks that advocate the Dem policies of cradle to grave socialism and government control over even the must mundane aspects of life. I'll take my freedoms and responsibilities straight up, hold the koolaide please. Tolerance and diversity are only respected and insisted on by the left if you agree with them. It must be nice to burry your head in the warm sand and pretend your still protesting the Vietnam war, but western civilization is under attack by a determined enemy. If the left's policy of defeat and retreat prevails, I hope when it comes time to convert or die throats are slit from left to right. Bob D. Parrish, Fl
Re: [MBZ] OM603 head bolt tightening sequence
Nice work Joe! Have fun with the head job. Bob D. On 1/20/07, Joe Knight [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://jsknight.googlepages.com/124 Just finished yanking the head from my wagon. Fooled around a bit with acrobat and the subject page from the W126 manual. It's a much more legible diagram than that contained in the W124 manual. -joe ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] First startup
I'm a little late with this, but I've got two words to share on the subect. CHAIN LUBE, the kind in a aersol can, made to lube motor cycle chains. Easy application, it clings well, and will not clog oil passages as it is readily misable with motor oil. Bob D, Parrish, FL On 1/15/07, Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You have to have something! RedLine makes good products, and if you've had good luck with it, keep using it! It's only needed until oil pressure is established. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] little metal (?) balls in the cylinder
I'm with you, sounds like carbon. Hit one with a hammer and see if you can pulverize it. Bob On 11/29/06, Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Balls of carbon?
[MBZ] Pull Start
I know you can tow start the earlier models, but can you tow start a 1995 E300D? Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] new eBay shipping fraud-update
I know I should be taking my own advice and let it go, life is too short, but.. It is not the ebay seller that is the bad actor here but the buyer. Kaleb take note. If Luther ever orders a used part from you even if he you give him a great deal, he'll likely find something to bitch about. There is a little too much schadenfreude in the reaction below for my taste. Oh and by the way mail fraud is not trying to get over on the post office for a couple bucks, but defruading another individual through the use of the postal service. Bob DuPuy going back to skim and delete mode On 7/27/06, Luther Gulseth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: YHAW, I Like. A totally different way to bust his @!!$ :D :D :D :D I just reported 10 of his auctions as excessive shipping and handling charges. All of them were at least double and likely triple the true charges. That'll keep him busy for a while http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfcoZ1QQfrppZ25QQfsooZ1QQfsopZ1QQsassZthedoublem On Thu, 27 Jul 2006 16:51:48 -0500, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have been ignoring this discussion, but http://www2.ebay.com/aw/core/200606270927042.html deals with something like it -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (236 kmi) '82 300CD (160 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) needs MAJOR work ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] new eBay shipping fraud-update
Geeze louise! Did you get your item? Did you pay a good price? If the guy wasn't trying to rip you off and just tried to save money on shipping, why try to burn him with bad feed back with no chance to respond. Suck it up, quit your bitching, and just move on. Life is too short. Bob DuPuy On 7/27/06, Luther Gulseth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Flat rate shipping of $65. Price was BIN for $20 or best offer. I offered $5 and it was accepted. I'm not disputing the price I paid, which was less than every other auction for this DVD burner I loked at, I'm disupting the seller trying to save a few bucks at my time expense. Dave Wakin [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: Did the auction state actual shipping or was it flat rate? A lot of times, to avoid eBay fees, the seller inflates the shipping and states it is fixed. They only pay fees based on the selling price, not shipping. I always consider shipping as part of my bid price for comparable items and bid accordingly. Dave W -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (235kmi WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (160kmi) '82 300D (74kmi needs block or engine) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Tuna time!
My latin sucks, but isn't that sieze the buyer? What are your intentions is you catch him/ Bob DuPuy On 7/3/06, Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That, my friend, is going to be a bargain at any price--carpe emptor! Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler #22 (216k) '84 300D (214k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
Re: [MBZ] Sudden loss of oil pressure
I think there is also one in the filter housing so it can bypass if the filter plugs. Bob DuPuy On 6/30/06, J.B. Hebert [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: According to 18-5031HA, the oil pressure relief valve is part of the oil pump, so if I end up dropping the pan I will check it. I do not want to have to drop the pan, though... so I'm going to first hook up a mechanical gauge to be absolutely sure it isn't a gauge issue. Then I will likely remove the oil to water head exchanger on the passenger side of the sump, which should give me a decent view of the oil pump and surrounding area. Thanks, J.B. Hebert At 08:33 AM 6/29/2006, you wrote: It was mentioned earlier, but be sure to check the oil pressure regulator, sometimes also called overpressure bypass. The springs can break or the valve become jamed in its bore. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL On 6/29/06, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sorry to hear it wasn;t one of the easy things (relatively) to fix that was suggested - hopefully the pump intake is only blocked and the main bearings are not damaged. Good luck - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: J.B. Hebert [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 28, 2006 9:54 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Sudden loss of oil pressure I tested the gauge and sender tonight. The gauge goes right to 3 when disconnected, and back to 0 when grounded, so it is fine. I removed the sender and made a fixture that allowed me to pressure test it. At 0 bar, it read about 7.3 ohms. At 15 PSI (around 1 bar) I got around 62 ohms. At 30 PSI, 111 ohms. At 45 PSI, I got 172 ohms. So the sender is a little low based on the manual (or maybe my gauge is off), but the sender is certainly responsive. So it looks like I'll be pulling the pan next... and I was depressed to see that it's a once piece pan, unlike my old OM617 with the 2 piece unit. That would have made it much easier. So I'll have to track down a gasket at the very least. I am now hoping that it's just a blocked pickup, but we'll see. Thanks, J.B. At 12:18 PM 6/27/2006, you wrote: On my way into work today my low oil light came on. Oil pressure was fine, so I continued on another minute or 2 and the light went out. A few miles later I noticed that my oil pressure had started to fall. When it dipped below .5 bar, I shut off the motor and coasted to the side of the road. The low oil light had not come back on again. I popped the hood and checked for leaks or any indication of a problem. I found no leaks, and the oil level was between min and max on the dipstick. I restarted the car and the oil pressure went to about 1.2 bar, but would not go higher as RPMs increased. After 10 seconds or so of running it started to drop again so I shut the motor off again. The vehicle has shown no signs of a failing oil pump or any other issues. It normally idles around 1.8 to 2 bar and pegs the needle quickly. There are no odd sounds, smells, or sights. Now, I changed the oil filter last night (Mann filter, just like always), which is the only thing I've done to the car recently. I have no idea if it's coincidence or not, but I plan on pulling the filter tonight to see if I can see anything wrong. Even if the filter was faulty and stopped oil flow, there is a filter bypass so I should not have seen the symptoms I'm seeing. It appears that the oil is not flowing back down to the sump quickly enough and the pump is sucking air. I'm having the vehicle towed home for further diagnosis, but welcome any suggestions. Thanks, J.B. Hebert -- Current Vehicles: '76 Ford Bronco '78 Volvo 262C Bertone V8 '80 Alpina B7 Turbo Coupe '82 Mercedes 300CD (Deceased) '93 GMC Sierra 2500 '95 Mercedes E300D -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.5/376 - Release Date: 6/26/2006 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.5/376 - Release Date: 6/26/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.5/377 - Release Date: 6
Re: [MBZ] Sudden loss of oil pressure
It was mentioned earlier, but be sure to check the oil pressure regulator, sometimes also called overpressure bypass. The springs can break or the valve become jamed in its bore. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL On 6/29/06, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sorry to hear it wasn;t one of the easy things (relatively) to fix that was suggested - hopefully the pump intake is only blocked and the main bearings are not damaged. Good luck - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: J.B. Hebert [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 28, 2006 9:54 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Sudden loss of oil pressure I tested the gauge and sender tonight. The gauge goes right to 3 when disconnected, and back to 0 when grounded, so it is fine. I removed the sender and made a fixture that allowed me to pressure test it. At 0 bar, it read about 7.3 ohms. At 15 PSI (around 1 bar) I got around 62 ohms. At 30 PSI, 111 ohms. At 45 PSI, I got 172 ohms. So the sender is a little low based on the manual (or maybe my gauge is off), but the sender is certainly responsive. So it looks like I'll be pulling the pan next... and I was depressed to see that it's a once piece pan, unlike my old OM617 with the 2 piece unit. That would have made it much easier. So I'll have to track down a gasket at the very least. I am now hoping that it's just a blocked pickup, but we'll see. Thanks, J.B. At 12:18 PM 6/27/2006, you wrote: On my way into work today my low oil light came on. Oil pressure was fine, so I continued on another minute or 2 and the light went out. A few miles later I noticed that my oil pressure had started to fall. When it dipped below .5 bar, I shut off the motor and coasted to the side of the road. The low oil light had not come back on again. I popped the hood and checked for leaks or any indication of a problem. I found no leaks, and the oil level was between min and max on the dipstick. I restarted the car and the oil pressure went to about 1.2 bar, but would not go higher as RPMs increased. After 10 seconds or so of running it started to drop again so I shut the motor off again. The vehicle has shown no signs of a failing oil pump or any other issues. It normally idles around 1.8 to 2 bar and pegs the needle quickly. There are no odd sounds, smells, or sights. Now, I changed the oil filter last night (Mann filter, just like always), which is the only thing I've done to the car recently. I have no idea if it's coincidence or not, but I plan on pulling the filter tonight to see if I can see anything wrong. Even if the filter was faulty and stopped oil flow, there is a filter bypass so I should not have seen the symptoms I'm seeing. It appears that the oil is not flowing back down to the sump quickly enough and the pump is sucking air. I'm having the vehicle towed home for further diagnosis, but welcome any suggestions. Thanks, J.B. Hebert -- Current Vehicles: '76 Ford Bronco '78 Volvo 262C Bertone V8 '80 Alpina B7 Turbo Coupe '82 Mercedes 300CD (Deceased) '93 GMC Sierra 2500 '95 Mercedes E300D -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.5/376 - Release Date: 6/26/2006 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.5/376 - Release Date: 6/26/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.9.5/377 - Release Date: 6/27/2006 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] more on the 2.5 turbo
I'm pretty sure the MB lift pump is a piston type with no diaphram. I vote you do the delivery valve reseal thing, change the oil, take two asprin and call Marshall in the morning. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL On 5/21/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If the fuel supply pump was bad wouldn it cause starting problems but not missing problems? This one is missing on #1, i would think if the pump was bad, that wouldnt be the case. If the IP has a problem however internally and is leaking, well I could see that maybe. Tom Hargrave wrote: Kaleb, The only source for serious dilution is the IP. You may have an issue with the pump itself or more likely, the fuel pump that's bolted to the side of the IP has a cracked diaphragm. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Sunday, May 21, 2006 9:33 AM To: Banned List; Mercedes mailing list Subject: [MBZ] more on the 2.5 turbo I looked more close at the oil yesterday and it really seems MUCH thinner than it should be and it seems to have a diesel smell, but hard to tell. I started it up again stone cold and it fires right up, and runs MUCH smoother than when warmed up. Idles ok with just a little bit of a miss. The oil pressure only goes up to about 2.5 though when stone cold, probably because the oil appears to be diluted with diesel. I will probably change it and see what happens. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 420SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 73 280SEL 4.5, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] 603 gov auction
Someone posted this to my Mog list. I thought someone here might be interested. http://cgi.govliquidation.com/auction/view?id=857464convertTo=USD Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] 603 gov auction
Kaleb, in the description there is a box that indicates a code for condition. You can click on it for the condition category. Most of the items fall into the economically repairable category. The thing is you really never know why Uncle Sam pulled the engine until you get your hands on it. Bob DuPuy On 4/24/06, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The other issue is how much to ship it down from Alaska? I suspect you store it until next summer when you do the ArticQ On Monday, April 24, 2006, at 06:06 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: How do you bid on it?
[MBZ] W124 body work
Well one of my sons has had a minor accident with the wife's 87 300D. Different son this time and it is minor not totaled. No one was hurt, but I need at least a LF fender headlight, bumper, supports and valances. Things would be eaiser if I got the door and hood too. Does anyone know if the fenders are bolt on type affairs on W124s. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] W124 body work
Thanks guys, but either I'm an idiot or the stress had me rattled. All of the damage is on the right (passenger) side, as you would expect in Florida when a 16 year old is trying to turn left and the light goes yellow and traffic stops in one opposing lane but someone pushes it in the other. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL On 4/20/06, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have a left headlight wiper motor, but not the wiper arm. that got bent up At 07:01 AM 4/20/2006, you wrote: Bob- If Loren doesn't have a left headlight assy I do BUT it does not have the wiper motor setup if that matters. The motor should be transferrable if its intact. Tony Wirtel Fenders bolt on/off rather easily. I had to back out the door hinge bolts (and support the door) to get to the 3 fender bolts on the back side of the fender. Keep track of what fastener was used where. There are 2 bolts under the bottom trim, and I think it was 1 in front of the wheel and the rest are all metal screws. when you put it back on, make sure you get the bolts back in the bolt holes. I have an extra headlight assy for a 124. I'll check this weekend to see it if is left or right. I think it is a right, without the headlight door. It is a real bummer when a 124 dissel gets bunged up because they are so rare. At 07:29 PM 4/19/2006, you wrote: Well one of my sons has had a minor accident with the wife's 87 300D. Different son this time and it is minor not totaled. No one was hurt, but I need at least a LF fender headlight, bumper, supports and valances. Things would be eaiser if I got the door and hood too. Does anyone know if the fenders are bolt on type affairs on W124s. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
[MBZ] head gasket sealer
I'm doing another OM603 head today, actually putting a decent 350SDL head on a 300SDL. In the past I've always put the gasket on dry, but this time I'm considering using a sealer like Permatex copper spray on the head side. There are a few pits around water passages and the like on the replacement head. The ring where the gasket seals the combustion chamber is clean and smooth. I'm using the latest version MB gasket. Any opinions on using a sealer?
Re: [MBZ] head gasket sealer
Johny! I thought it was you that recomended Hylomar. I went to their web site, which product do you recomend for head gaskets? Do you have any additional wisdom to share, as to application? I can't afford to screw the pooch on this one. Thanks, Bob DuPuy
[MBZ] 603 #14 head job
Ok so I've been here before, but I'd like to share the pain with my list brothers. If I can find my old digital camera, (wifey has nice new one at #2 daughters competition), where would the list like me to put a few pictures of suspected #14 crackage? I've got a yahoo picture spot, would y'all look there or is there something better? Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL PS Please excuse the grammar, I seem to slip into full redneck grease monkey speach patterns while performing shade tree mechanics.
Re: [MBZ] 603 #14 head job
I threw a few pics on Yahoo Until someone expresses another opinion. I can clearly see one crack between an exhaut valve and a prechamber in the corresponding cylinder you can see some water stains but no steam cleaning. The car suddenly exhibited high cold pressure and a cumbustion gas check showed positive in the resivour. No sign of oil in the coolant or visa versa. No overheat while I've owned this engine. (It is a transplant with aroung 160,000 mi) I've got a # 17 head from a 350SDL on the original motor but if you look around in the yahoo album you can see it has some errosion issues. Opinions please. Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl On 3/26/06, Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ok so I've been here before, but I'd like to share the pain with my list brothers. If I can find my old digital camera, (wifey has nice new one at #2 daughters competition), where would the list like me to put a few pictures of suspected #14 crackage? I've got a yahoo picture spot, would y'all look there or is there something better? Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL PS Please excuse the grammar, I seem to slip into full redneck grease monkey speach patterns while performing shade tree mechanics.
Re: [MBZ] 603 #14 head job
Picture link http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/h2odiesel/album?.dir=/f870.src=ph or http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/h2odiesel/my_photos and poke around Bob On 3/26/06, Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I threw a few pics on Yahoo Until someone expresses another opinion. I can clearly see one crack between an exhaut valve and a prechamber in the corresponding cylinder you can see some water stains but no steam cleaning. The car suddenly exhibited high cold pressure and a cumbustion gas check showed positive in the resivour. No sign of oil in the coolant or visa versa. No overheat while I've owned this engine. (It is a transplant with aroung 160,000 mi) I've got a # 17 head from a 350SDL on the original motor but if you look around in the yahoo album you can see it has some errosion issues. Opinions please. Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl On 3/26/06, Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ok so I've been here before, but I'd like to share the pain with my list brothers. If I can find my old digital camera, (wifey has nice new one at #2 daughters competition), where would the list like me to put a few pictures of suspected #14 crackage? I've got a yahoo picture spot, would y'all look there or is there something better? Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL PS Please excuse the grammar, I seem to slip into full redneck grease monkey speach patterns while performing shade tree mechanics.
[MBZ] timing chain rail pins OM603
God freakin bless America! I am so aggravated. I'm pulling the head on the 300SDL and everything is smooth as can be. Less than 1 1/2 hrs to get everything striped down but the timing chain rail pins. The top one comes right out with my standard method of stacking nuts and washers and progressively tightening a center bolt, but the bottom will not budge. I'm sure the little valve cover bolt is going to snap. There is no way the puny dealer mini slide hammer would do any thing. I've tapped it heated it soaked it with PB blaster and nothing. I've got twice as much time in this one mother pin as the rest of the job so far. Does anyone have some miracle method or a special prayer or curse for such an occasion? Who knows if this pin is inside or outside the loop of the timing chain? I think it is time for a beverage!! I know a Harpoon IPA ought to do the trick Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] timing chain rail pins OM603
Thanks for the quick reply. I just finished that beer and am going out
to have another crack at it. Yes I did try tapping it in to get it
moving but I think it is already bottomed out. I don't think I can get
the head off without taking the rail out. unless maybe I break the
chain. It is less than 2 degrees stretch though and I didn't borrow
the chain tool. I'm going to try to sneak a real dent puller past the
condensor and go for it. I bet the bolt snaps.
Bob
On 3/25/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
you wrote:my standard method of stacking nuts and
washers and progressively tightening a center bolt
Hi Bob,
By golly - that's *my* favorite method too!! As far as breaking the
lower pin loose, have you tried to tap it (gently) with a punch to force it
inward? I know it's the wrong direction, but it may break it loose. You've
tried all the alternatives --
Other than that, does the rail *have* to be changed? ;-)
Good luck!
Sincerely,
Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, 91 300D Turbo)
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From: Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Saturday, March 25, 2006 4:39 PM
Subject: [MBZ] timing chain rail pins OM603
God freakin bless America! I am so aggravated. I'm pulling the head on
the 300SDL and everything is smooth as can be. Less than 1 1/2 hrs to
get everything striped down but the timing chain rail pins. The top
one comes right out with my standard method of stacking nuts and
washers and progressively tightening a center bolt, but the bottom
will not budge. I'm sure the little valve cover bolt is going to snap.
There is no way the puny dealer mini slide hammer would do any thing.
I've tapped it heated it soaked it with PB blaster and nothing. I've
got twice as much time in this one mother pin as the rest of the job
so far. Does anyone have some miracle method or a special prayer or
curse for such an occasion? Who knows if this pin is inside or outside
the loop of the timing chain? I think it is time for a beverage!! I
know a Harpoon IPA ought to do the trick
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] timing chain rail pins OM603
Got it! The dent puller was a no go, bad agle due to the condensor. I
soaked it with PB again then rattled the boss on the back side of the
headwith an air hammer. Then I heated it with some Mapp gas and
applied the bolt and washer stack again. I'll pull the cam and head
tomorrow AM. Thanks for the encouragement.
Bob DuPuy
Parrish, FL
On 3/25/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Bob, are you using the strongest bolt possible? You mentioned the cam cover
bolt - perhaps there's another of the proper size that may work better?
Don't really want the bolt to break off because you might *really* be in a
bind then.
Sincerely,
Larry T ('74 911, '67 MGB, 91 300D Turbo)
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Re: [MBZ] An SL for wifey?
Thanks to everyone for the input. Are there significant differences in the reliablity or the efficency between the V6 used in the SL320 and the I6 in the 300SL? Bob DuPuy On 3/24/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nothing that I'm aware of other than some minor brake problems, warped rotors and eating brake pads they seem to be fairly normal in the reliabilty dept. Even with the 6 you'll still have plenty of power on hand somewhere around 200 I think and fun to drive 69 280 SEL 120,000 Miles 72 350SL 108,000 Miles 2004 VW Passat 4 Motion 1999 Mazda Miata -Original Message- From: Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thu, 23 Mar 2006 06:05:28 -0500 Subject: Re: [MBZ] An SL for wifey? I like the 300SL from around 93. Are there any known problems with this car, or that engine? There is not a huge price difference now between the 300 and the 500 is the 500 engine more troublesome? Thanks, Bob DuPuy On 3/22/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'd stay away from the Z3 or Z4 cause they are riddled with problems. Your best bet is a 300SL or even a SLK 230 or maybe even a 320. Just my 2 cents though 69 280 SEL 120,000 Miles 72 350SL 108,000 Miles 2004 VW Passat 4 Motion 1999 Mazda Miata -Original Message- From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wed, 22 Mar 2006 20:50:26 -0600 Subject: Re: [MBZ] An SL for wifey? One of the new BMW two-seat drop-tops? What are they called, the Z4 or something like that? On 3/22/06, Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: She is going to cut back on her volunteer work and take a corporate attorney job.
[MBZ] An SL for wifey?
I need a few opinions about a newer car for my wife. She is going to cut back on her volunteer work and take a corporate attorney job. She likes her 87 300D, but it needs more work than it makes sense to do with AC, paint, and suspension. She says she would like a roadster and since I don't know of a diesel one I was considering an early 90's SL, maybe a 300 or a 500. She was also considering an audi TT. Does anyone care to offer some advice? Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] An SL for wifey?
I like the 300SL from around 93. Are there any known problems with this car, or that engine? There is not a huge price difference now between the 300 and the 500 is the 500 engine more troublesome? Thanks, Bob DuPuy On 3/22/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'd stay away from the Z3 or Z4 cause they are riddled with problems. Your best bet is a 300SL or even a SLK 230 or maybe even a 320. Just my 2 cents though 69 280 SEL 120,000 Miles 72 350SL 108,000 Miles 2004 VW Passat 4 Motion 1999 Mazda Miata -Original Message- From: LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wed, 22 Mar 2006 20:50:26 -0600 Subject: Re: [MBZ] An SL for wifey? One of the new BMW two-seat drop-tops? What are they called, the Z4 or something like that? On 3/22/06, Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: She is going to cut back on her volunteer work and take a corporate attorney job.
Re: [MBZ] engine swap 83 617 to 80
Youll have to change the upper oil Pan! Scheiße I think as one of the rods escaped at high velocity it took part of the lower block and upper pan with it. The crossmember is different on the 116 from that of a 126, is it really that different?? Bob DuPuy On 3/14/06, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Without going into the gorey details I have a hole in the block of my nice new to me 1980 300SD. It just so haapens I still have the engine and tranny from my 83 300SD. The older tranny only has 150,000 mi while the 83 has over 300 but was shifting fine. Can I mate the 83 engine to the 80 transmission, or is there a crankshaft pilot problem? Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL Didn't catch the beginning of this, and don't know how much has been covered so far, but you'll have to change the upper oil pan as well (otherwise the oil pan will hit the front sub-frame/crossmember). I think when you change the upper oil pan it also changes the type of air filter housing. The new filter housing has an oil separater in it, that drains to the upper oil pan, but the older filter housing just dumps it all into the intake. Not for sure on the tranny G'luck!! John '79 300SD (2) ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] engine swap 83 617 to 80
Without going into the gorey details I have a hole in the block of my nice new to me 1980 300SD. It just so haapens I still have the engine and tranny from my 83 300SD. The older tranny only has 150,000 mi while the 83 has over 300 but was shifting fine. Can I mate the 83 engine to the 80 transmission, or is there a crankshaft pilot problem? Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] engine swap 83 617 to 80
Oil filter canister huh, I hadn't thought about that one. You sure its different and not cross compatible? Bob DuPuy On 3/14/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: yep, it will work just fine. You will have to swap the oil filter canister, linkage, motor mount arms and such but it should be a drop in replacement. Bob DuPuy wrote: Without going into the gorey details I have a hole in the block of my nice new to me 1980 300SD. It just so haapens I still have the engine and tranny from my 83 300SD. The older tranny only has 150,000 mi while the 83 has over 300 but was shifting fine. Can I mate the 83 engine to the 80 transmission, or is there a crankshaft pilot problem? Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] sagging rear 126
My experience with several W126s has been that you can replace the shocks sub frame and diff monuts all you want and you'll only add a few mm to the ride height. If she is really ridin low in the rear look to springs pads or the spings themselves. A quicker cheaper but not so elegant way of dealing with it is to go to the local speed shop and get a mrgasket spring rubber for about $12.00. Cut it in half jack up the back and slap them in. Some times a little dish liquid helps. As a side note If you get the ride height right but the wheels still lean in, it could be a damaged lower control arm. I've had two that defied detection by inspection but were definitely out of shape yeilding bad rear camber. Bob DuPuy On 2/26/06, John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Feb 26, 2006, at 12:49 AM, M.Afzaal Khan wrote: Recently I replaced all four shocks on 300Se ; the car stands higher as compared to before 20mm or so The ride is taut and firm now as compard to the softy feel before, Mak The shocks would be gas charged, although I have not had this experience I suppose the gas pressure might hold it up a bit. Did you measure it after lowering and before rolling the car? This could yield false results. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] OT CD burning?
I guess I am a retard. I'm trying to burn a cd from an ISO image. All I seem to be able to do is to make a cd with an ISO file on it. What is the favored method of burning so the CD comes out with usable files. Thanks, Bob DuPuy
[MBZ] AMG diesel don't laugh
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-300-SD-AMG-Turbo-DIESEL-GoRgEoUs_W0QQitemZ4614368041QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem or http://makeashorterlink.com/?W2C052AAC I really like the grill, where can I get one like that... ha ha ha! Bob D.
[MBZ] diesel racing
Did someone else already post this? http://www.audi.com/audi/com/en1/experience/motorsport/r10.html Looks pretty cool Bob DuPuy
Re: [MBZ] Unimog
This is my favorite mog group http://tx4x4.com/mailman/options/mog_tx4x4.com Bob DuPuy On 2/16/06, Desert Rat [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Can't remember who has the Unimog, Jim Cathey perhaps? Anyway, I know of one in the CA Central Valley at an MB shop and he needs some info and might even sell it. Any particular Unimog List out there I could pass on to my friend? Thanks in advance, -- John Freer Palm Springs, CA 1992 500 SEL 140K Stardust 1985 380SL 145K Blue Belle ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] 116 300SD Axle
Sorry if you've seen this before. I sent it yesterdayand thought it might have slipped off into the either when it seemed the list might have been down for awhile. It looks like my new to me 1980 300SD needs a new right side axle. By the looks of the boots someone has been here before. Is the consensus still to look for a decent used set because rebuilds don't hold up? What vehicles would make suitable donors? Could I swap in the whole rear section of a later 126? Bob DuPuy
[MBZ] 116 300SD axle
Well it looks like my new to me 1980 300SD needs a new right side axle. By the looks of the boots someone has been here before. Is the consensus still to look for a decent used set because rebuilds don't hold up? What vehicles would make suitable donors? Bob DuPuy
[MBZ] Test
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Re: [MBZ] did I get a bad belt tensioner?
Kleb, Double check the spring and shock. The spring can break inside its rubber sleeve and result in too little tension. Bob DuPuy On 2/4/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: nevermind, I figured out the problem. The big washer thats supposed to go between the tensioner and the block was missing. I could have sworn I installed it but its nowhere to be found. Had to find another big washer and grind the hole out a little so it would fit around the bold of the tensioner. Fixing to put it back together but that should do it. Peter T. Arnold wrote: Sounds like it's cooked, at least the bearing is. BTDT, I did not buy the T-Shirt. Change it before it goes FUBAR and takes something else with it. I once lost tha alternator front bearing because I didn't know what the noise was ;-(. THAT was the only time I walked home! Pete On Sat, 04 Feb 2006 10:48:01 -0600, you wrote: Installed a new from Rusty belt tensioner on my SDL last week. Seemed ok for a day or 2 now I notice its rattling around REAL bad again, like a really worn out one does. Belt also squeeks a little. Did I get a bad on or do I need to look for something else?? If I pry against it while running it quiets down. I tried unhooking the bolt for the upper leaver where the spring goes and pryed that back a little while engine was running and that didnt seem to make a difference. This sucker is really loud, I thought I have a bad motor mount but prying on the tensioner makes the noise go away. Its mounted tight to the block, I figured it might have loosened up but no, its tight. ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] right or left
I'm getting my new to me 116 300SD fixed up. Even though it has been said the mounts are the same I got two differnt part number ones. The boxes have Mb part numbers on them, but Rusty's site only has the world pac numbers. one is 123 241 27 13 the other is 123 241 30 13. Can someone with a working epc tell me which is which? By the way this is my first 116 and I really like it! 150,000 mi good paint, clean rip free tex interior. All it needed way a master cylinder and hoses to make it road worthy. $250 at the YMCA. Heck even the AC works. Bob DuPuy
Re: [MBZ] 116 YMCA deal!
Thanks Jim, I've had a 115, a 123, a 124, and a bunch of 126s, but I've always steered clear of the older S class cars. When a friend called to say he'd seen an old benz at the Y for $300. I figured I'd get it for one of my kids. It turned out to be so nice though, I'll keep it for myself. Of course, I'm such a cheap old bastard I had to offer less than they were asking. It is a good thing I got it too, the SDL just manifested either a blown head gasket or the infamous #14 head problem. I'm sure it was out of jealousy of me paying attention to another S class. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL On 2/4/06, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 2/4/2006 11:03:30 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: By the way this is my first 116 and I really like it! 150,000 mi good paint, clean rip free tex interior. All it needed way a master cylinder and hoses to make it road worthy. $250 at the YMCA. Heck even the AC works. Bob, You got a heck of a great deal on that 116! Take good care of it and it will keep you safe. I have had mine for over 20 years. Mine will have to go soon and it will not go for $500! Maybe $4500. Regards, Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 262 K miles 98 ML 320, 140 K miles ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] motor mounts 116/123/126 whats the deal?
Is the or is there not a difference between the port side and starboard side motor mounts. I've been told there used to be but now they are supperseded to the same number, and now that there is a difference. what is the real truth? Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl
Re: [MBZ] motor mounts 116/123/126 whats the deal?
Thats what I thought too. For a a 617.95 engine in the 116 chasis it still calls for two different numbers, that look the same when you open the box. In a 126 chasis they are the same number. Maybe one is a higher durometer rubber Bob DuPuy On 1/29/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: they are the same. Bob DuPuy wrote: Is the or is there not a difference between the port side and starboard side motor mounts. I've been told there used to be but now they are supperseded to the same number, and now that there is a difference. what is the real truth? Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl ___
Re: [MBZ] motor mounts 116/123/126 whats the deal?
Well Our Man Rusted Root can still get a reasonable facsimile of the superseded right mount. Of course it costs double, but if it is important to you, or your just gullable Tom can hook you up. Bob DuPuy On 1/29/06, John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Sunday, January 29, 2006, at 05:23 PM, Bob DuPuy wrote: Thats what I thought too. For a a 617.95 engine in the 116 chasis it still calls for two different numbers, that look the same when you open the box. In a 126 chasis they are the same number. Maybe one is a higher durometer rubber Bob DuPuy They're the same now at the dealer and aftermarket. Its been that way for quite some time. Maybe they found a happy medium. Lefts like to separate and rights tend to smash. Left ones will smash too if there is fuel/oil dripping on them for years. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] Looks like I have a long drive ahead of me.
I live just south of Tampa. If you have any problems just after you pick it up give me a buzz. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL 727 638 0014 As I mentioned earlier, I am buying a 1990 300SEL. The car is located in Tampa, FL. I was planning to have the car shipped. I grew more and more concerned about sending a check to Florida and then trusting that the car would get on a truck and arrive here in Kansas. I have no reason not to trust the seller, except that I have only seen the pictures. I also have heard from a few friends about the trouble they had with unreliable and unethical shipping companies. Plus, if I have it shipped it could take 2-3 weeks from the time that the seller has my check. I am not thrilled with this. So, I am flying down to Tampa and then driving back to Wichita. Long trip. Anybody on the way that might be available if I have a breakdown (knock wood) or need some advice? Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL
Re: [MBZ] Germanic inter-species crossover wheel adaptation?
For around $1000. you can get new wheels and tires mounted and balanced with lugs and centercaps delivered to your door, from Tire Rack. It is hard to justify screwing around with making used stuff fit and chasing after parts and schleping them off to get tires mounted. Bob DuPuy
Re: [MBZ] Germanic inter-species crossover wheel adaptation?
Dude, Let me know how much time and money you get into cobbling up some used Audi rims with the proper lugs and appropriate centers. Then mount up some new tires and have them balanced. I have always been the epitome of frugal, but as I grow wiser and older I see where I have been wasting time and money trying to save both. Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl Me, spend $1000 for a set of rims? I may be a diesel nut, but I still have some shred of dignity left. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler (211k) '84 300D (207k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (186K) ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Super clean Red 85 TD with 200 photos and a 25 page essay
I'm sure everyone here is sure to recognize this as overpriced, but if we have any members with too much money, I can take a look at it. Bob DuPuy On 12/24/05, Rory [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I find it curious that there is no tachometer. It makes me wonder about where that instrument cluster and low mileage odometer came from. Merry Christmas! Rory Morrison Oroville, WA 1985 300SD 1982 300TD ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] An automotive first (for me)
Hey I'm as frugal as the next guy, but Rusty has new pedals for next to nothing. $11.00 or so if I recall correctly. Why chance it, get a new one... More Egg nog over here and double up on the brady please! Bob
[MBZ] Sold my Unimog
Well it looks like my 84 DOKA has found a new home. Saturday, Thomas from Chattanooga, TN is going to stop by with a certified Check. I really hate to see her go. She has been a great Truck and other than having to replacing the engine when I first got her a few years back, she has never let me down. Thomas seems like a great guy and will no doubt be a credit to the Mogging and MB diesel community. Although I advised him to spare his ears and back by shipping the truck from Parrish FL to TN he will be driving. All of the fluids have been recently changed and I will provide him with some spares. He says his drive is just about straight up I 75. If there are any list members along the way to provide possible sanctuary in the event of the unforeseen, it would be great if you'd respond. My once mighty fleet of four mogs and six MB diesel sedans has shrunken to one 88, 407 and two sedans. I'll spend the next few months trying to figure out the best way to stuff a 5 cyl OM617 in place of the 4 cyl OM616. If it weren't for the fact that there is a frame cross member inches from the crank pulley and that the front pivoting motor mount needs to be relocated it would be no sweat. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] horsepower
I think the rating is related to fuel that has been formulated for winter use, not the actual fuel temperature. To prevent gelling components are added to the fuel that lower the BTU rating of the fuel and thus the HP available to be extracted from it. Though, I can see by the last line of your post how there could be confusion. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL I was just looking at the specs for some new small marine diesels, from Yanmar. I noticed that they list two different horsepower ratings for different fuel temperature. For example, the engine I was looking at produces 20 HP with the fuel temp at 25 centigrade and 22 HP with the fuel temp at 40 centigrade. RPM etc are all equal. This is listed as temperature at the inlet of the fuel injection pump.
[MBZ] Ot High sulur Diesel in new Ford
Hey fellow Dieselers, Will occasionally running high sulfur diesel in a 2005 Ford power choke do any harm? I figured Ford has to say don't do it due to emission restrictions, but is there really a compatibility problem with the engine components? Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl
Re: [MBZ] Ot High sulur Diesel in new Ford
Thanks Kevin, I'm asking for my good friend and the former CEO of my company. He is now a gentleman farmer and was asking me what would happen if he used the fuel he has delivered for his tractors in his truck in an emergency. He indicated it was high sulfur, and I told him to check with his supplier as his brand new John Deere might not like it too well either. He is aware of the tax consequences. Bob D. P.S. I've never run a drop even when the delivery guy told me they suspended the no red fuel law in Florida after Katrina until the end of December. It's not that I'm a scrupulous law abider, More like too lazy to pump it out On 12/8/05, Kevin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Thu, Dec 08, 2005 at 06:52:46AM -0500, Bob DuPuy wrote: Hey fellow Dieselers, Will occasionally running high sulfur diesel in a 2005 Ford power choke do any harm? I figured Ford has to say don't do it due to emission restrictions, but is there really a compatibility problem with the engine components? Ford released a bulletin (and I don't have it handy) saying that the powerchoke would be okay with minimal use of high sulfur diesel. It isn't as much emissions restrictions (since powerchokes don't have very few particulates due to design unless you chip it and exchange longevity for power), but all the fine passages and the ungodly expensive catalytic that don't appreciate the extra sulfur, which comes out as soot. Also don't forget that powerchokes have EGR built in. This bulletin only came out because of fuel shortages predicted due to the 1-2 punch the gulf's petroleum system received this season - they would not have otherwise released this bulletin. Ford has other bulletins out for troubleshooting that points to poor quality fuel (meaning higher sulfur than it should have) causing most driveability complaints causing emissions systems to go wonky. I think I know what you are trying to do, it's not worth it. The 6.0 is so much more fussy than the 7.3 it replaced, and parts are more expensive by orders of magnitude. K
[MBZ] mog for sale
I thought someone here might be interested. cross posting from the mog mail list Well I've done it. I listed my DOKA on the unimog exchange. http://www.unimog.net/exchange/ I'll use the funds to replace the 4cyl om616 in my 1988 407 with a 5 cyl om617.95 For sale: 1984 Unimog 416 DOKA. 6speed trans, std axles, disc brakes, Michelin XM47s 95%, Three way tipper bed Aluminum sides with cylinder, Front and Rear hydraulics, PTO less shafts. Upgraded front seats, Insulated engine cover,130 HP Injection pump w/9mm plungers and RQV governor, Recent cab off windows out epoxy primer white Imron paint. Runs and shifts great. Aprox 2500hrs, 192K kms $27,000. Bob DuPuy 727 638-0014 Parrish, Florida USA - Thursday, November 10, 2005 at 16:39:50 (GMT) Some pictures here http://photos.yahoo.com/h2odiesel Sorry for the spam, Thanks for your time Bob DuPuy
Re: [MBZ] mog for sale
You've got it right. The model with the largest production run was the gas powered 404.1 used by many nato countries and was powered by the M180. There were also some 404.0s produced in the early 70s with an updated cab and the higher out put M130. All the other Mogs are diesel powered, Including the 416 DOKA I'm selling which is powered by the direct injection OM352. The DOKA refers to the relatively rare four door cab option. Bob DuPUy On 11/28/05, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: a lot of them in the 60s had the 2.2 liter M180 engine, same as the 220Sb and 220b I think all or most of the Swiss army ones were gas. seems like a lot if them made it to the US. (not a Mog expert) Bob could surely give a better answer At 08:05 PM 11/28/2005, you wrote: What's that carburettor stuff I see on that Mog Exchange. I have seen a lot of Unimogs of all sizes where I came from, 50's to the 70's, but never heard of a gasser. Well I've done it. I listed my DOKA on the unimog exchange. http://www.unimog.net/exchange/ -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D ___
Re: [MBZ] OT Concealed Carry, was Global warming
The fact is that crime goes down in shall issue states because the would be criminal can never know who may or may not be armed. When in doubt these mutts will move on to targets that appear softer. If granny just might have a hand gun in her purse or nightstand she is afforded some protection just by the perception. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] OT Concealed Carry, was Global warming
David, statistically all violent crime including murder goes down in shall issue states. As long as you stay out of my house and don't threaten my wife or kids I won't shoot you. The fact that other citizens are willing to take on the responsibility and liability of carrying, will indeed keep you safer, even if you feel squeamish about it. Bob DuPuy On 11/27/05, David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bob DuPuy wrote: The fact is that crime goes down in shall issue states because the would be criminal can never know who may or may not be armed. But does the murder rate go down? I'm not interested in a lower chance of having my stuff stolen if it means a higher chance of being shot, frankly. ___
Re: [MBZ] O/T Mig Welding
Guys, I am by no means an expert welder, but you should be able to get a decent weld with co2 on a mig. You have to hold the nozzle close enough so the gas can sheild the weld. Try turning your reg up a little for some more gas flow. If you want a cleaner weld go with an argon co2 mix for a few dollars more, or even straight argon for no spatter but it is spendy. Gas is much better than the flux wire belive me once you get the hang of it you'll only use the flux wire in an emergency. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] Detroit Diesel
Nope Roger sucked the last of the good will out of the name and leveraged the pension plan then sold the dried out husk to old Ma Benz *CARSTEN J. REINHARDT Chief Executive Officer / President* As Chief Executive Officer and President of Detroit Diesel Corporation (DDC), a subsidiary of DaimlerChrysler AG, Carsten Reinhardt was charged with leading the financial turnaround of Detroit Diesel Corporation since joining the company in March 2003. Going forward, Reinhardt will lead the further renewal of DDC's product and operational strength, as well as greater integration with the Freightliner Group, DaimlerChrysler's North American Commercial Vehicle Division. Reinhardt oversees the activities of the Executive Committee at DDC, the company's senior policy-making group. Bob DuPuy On 11/23/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For cryin' out loud, Roger Penske is the owner of Detroit Diesel. Well publicized buy a few years back. RLE ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Carfax Help
Ft Myers Beach How many hurricances have gone through there the last couple years? Salt water sure makes those rust bubbles bloom. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL On 11/9/05, Tan Qu [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kaleb, Can you kindly pull a carfax check on a 1991 300D 2.5 ? VIN is WDBEB28D8MB417104. Thanks Tan ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Carfax Help
I'm always looking, but I won't be bidding this time. Bob DuPuy On 11/9/05, Tan Qu [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bob, Are you looking at the same car? It's in your neck of woods. Tan --- Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ft Myers Beach How many hurricances have gone through there the last couple years? Salt water sure makes those rust bubbles bloom. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] Carfax Help
I've only checked out the ebay auction Ft. Myers Beach is a good drive for me and the car looks sketchy for that price this far from the closing date. Good Luck, It could be a diamond in the rough. Bob On 11/9/05, Tan Qu [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bob, Did you happen to have already checked the car out? Tan --- Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Re: [MBZ] Wheel Bearing Grease
Hey Collins, I for one, and I think most members of the list greatly appreciate Marshall taking the time to share with us his hard won knowledge regarding mercedes diesels. Over the years he personally and this list and its predessor have made my ownership of mercedes diesels much more enjoyable. If you feel you have something positive and factual to add, stick around. If not,and all can do is blurt out you useless opinions in a rude manner, Shut the hell up and just read maybe some knowlede and class will seep into your brain and replace your obvious ignorance. Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl 87 300D, 87 300SDL, 84 416 DOKA On 10/13/05, Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: NOO!!! oh man you have done it now you have angered the great mercedes gods! forgive him ,,,he knows not of your rath oh keepers of useless information !! collins 1985 500 sec
Re: [MBZ] Wheel Bearing Grease(Testy people)
You could be right Mike I have been trying to cut back to under five cups before lunch. Old Colon was poking at Marshall in other comments too and frankly I value his input much higher than Colons humor. I'll try to keep it light. Bob DuPuy On 10/13/05, Mike Canfield [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: MAN...You guys need to lighten up on the coffee.I could see the OBVIOUS humor in the Mercedes Gods statement and unless i am sadly mistaken the comment was intended to raise no more than a smile in Marshall and not to offend. People are SOOO testy these daysIt really sucks! Are things really THAT bad? Mike - Original Message - From: Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2005 6:15 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Wheel Bearing Grease Hey Collins, I for one, and I think most members of the list greatly appreciate Marshall taking the time to share with us his hard won knowledge regarding mercedes diesels. Over the years he personally and this list and its predessor have made my ownership of mercedes diesels much more enjoyable. If you feel you have something positive and factual to add, stick around. If not,and all can do is blurt out you useless opinions in a rude manner, Shut the hell up and just read maybe some knowlede and class will seep into your brain and replace your obvious ignorance. Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl 87 300D, 87 300SDL, 84 416 DOKA On 10/13/05, Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: NOO!!! oh man you have done it now you have angered the great mercedes gods! forgive him ,,,he knows not of your rath oh keepers of useless information !! collins 1985 500 sec ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Lucent?
There must be something wrong with me for taking the bait over and over but.., How about banning DDT to make do gooders feel good about themselves? When in reality many of the problems ascribed to DDT are not supported by scientific facts. It is a very effective persistent pesticide that costs pennies to make. Hundreds of thousands of lives lost to malaria could be saved in developing countries by limited annual spraying. Since a world wide ban on DDT is the first victory of the green peace Nazis the ban remains enshrined at the UN and nothing will budge it. One more example of the liberal elite doing something to make themselves feel good while screwing the people they claim to represent. Bob DuPuy PS. I swear I'll lay off this political crap now and ask only questions about diesels. I like all of you too much to risk causing more trouble On 10/11/05, Bill Gallagher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: During the early 50's it was discovered that lead is very bad health issue to the general population and especially children during their development all sorts of health problem where well know .. with many years of struggle and talk, finally in the early 1980's lead was banned in many products from paints to gasoline thirty years from discovery, to talking and finally a solution .the number of deaths, suffering, and handicaps is not well documented, but estimates are huge .and I am not talking about just in the US but world wide for example, estimates of tobacco deaths over the last 125 years is about billion people world wide and it's still allowed to sell death Humans can't live in certain types of environments, and it takes a long, long, time when the majority agree that a certain chemical is bad we are still going through the process to finalize on a agreeable solution and as in a lot of cases, science is not embraced . Nothing to do with poor or rich issues like those talk shows Americans accept the evil side of industrialization not much protest except from the green peace type people .they see red flays flying plentifully Bill 1981 300 TD
Re: [MBZ] Lucent?
Ok fine, Lets go back to horses and sailing ships. We can reserve fossil fuel for the elite ruling class libs in their G4s and restrict wilderness for study by sierra club scientists. Oh yeah while we're at it lets ban drilling in every desolate remote corner of the artic or even exploration in the eastern gulf and try to block any plan put forward to dispose on nuclear waste. If even the French can generate 75% of their electricity with nuc power and excellent safety we should be able to do better. The whole strategy of the tree huggers is to make it so burdensome and expensive that it doesn't make good business sense. WE all pay the price it is up to you. Just try to be informed not brainwashed. Bob On 10/11/05, David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bob DuPuy wrote: Then special interest lobbyists get legislation passed that makes it hard to impossible to build nuclear power plants or refineries and the public is coned into blaming the evil rich for a lack of clean affordable energy. After the number of refinery explosions Texas has had in the last few years, I don't blame people for not wanting to live next to one. Maybe the industry should clean up its act and its safety record if it wants to be viewed positively. I guess it's cheaper to just buy lax regulation with campaign contributions, though. As for nuclear power, I'm all for it as soon as we have somewhere to put the waste. Although...nuclear power is subsidized to a degree that most industries can only dream of. It's not clear to me that it's at all economically viable. I've heard it argued before that a free market would never choose nuclear fission power. I think free-market conservatives only support it because they know it ticks off environmentalists. ;) ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Lucent?
Sorry Dude, I was just trying to make a point not dredge up bad memories. It still never ceases to amaze me that most of the poor in this country live in a multi room air conditioned dwelling with refrigerator telephone and color TV. Then special interest lobbyists get legislation passed that makes it hard to impossible to build nuclear power plants or refineries and the public is coned into blaming the evil rich for a lack of clean affordable energy. Bob DuPuy On 10/9/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Bob asked: As a stock holder in lucent do you see yourself as a member of the evil rich, or is that designation reserved only for share holders of publicly traded companies that green peace and the sierra club don't like? I can scroll over (digest version) the endless lists of derelict Benzes for sale around Seattle without more than a twinge but mentioning Lucent Technologies on this list is pure cruelty. Reminding me of it's stock value is heartless. RLE/Seattle ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] OT Oil Industry tax incentive
No Bill, I see local, state, and federal regulations and restrictions distorting the market to the point where it is not worth the trouble to build new capacity. When this occurs with a commodity with relatively inelastic demand and the price increases enough to cause the consumer to turn the heat up on government, the barriers to expansion must come down. Because of short sighted special interest groups it is more efficient to compensate the producers than to change legislation. As a stock holder in lucent do you see yourself as a member of the evil rich, or is that designation reserved only for share holders of publicly traded companies that green peace and the sierra club don't like? Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
[MBZ] W124 center console removal
Ok I feel like a newbie having to ask, but I tried to clean out the window swiches in swmbo's 87 300D with spray contact cleaner and screwed them totaly. What is the procedure for removing the wood insert in the center console that holds the switches? I can do a W126 in my sleep but I can't see any screws under the ash tray in the dark. Thanks, Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] Isama Ben Ladin dead (OT, no guns)
Hey Andrew, Why don't you take your negative anti america liberal attitudes and shove them up your ass. Either do something to help, lend a positive sugestion about what can be done, or shut up. Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl
Re: [MBZ] OT Mogs
Here is the site for mog fest. I sure wish I could be there with one of mine, but it is a little too far for me to drive. http://www.northwestmogfest.com/ Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL 84 416 DOKA
Re: [MBZ] 126 FRONT STABILIZER BROKEN--UPDATE
I too have an otherwise decent 123 in my yard with a bad sway bar end. I got it for free for that very reason. My plan was to cut the last four inches from a good bar and trim back the bad bar similarly. I was going to bevel grind both pieces for better weld penitration. I was also going to find a piece of steel pipe that fits snuggly over the bar and splint over the weld and weld that in place too. I think this plan would work and yeild a vehicle worthy of driving around town for myself, but I couldn't put one of the kids or the wife in it. If I sold the car, even disclosing the repair wouldn't limit my liability. I think I'll call the pick and pull to come get it. Sorry Kleb I don't think you'll want to drag it home from Florida. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] W124 A/C question - UPDATE!
Hey Dave, Thanks to you and Marshall for pointing this out! What type of components did you use for you resistor pack? Bob D.
Re: [MBZ] Seat motor question
JJJ, I could be wrong , but I don't think so. It is a DC motor so if it worked to recline the seat the switch simply reverses polarity to make it go forward. This is almost certainly related to the switch. Hose out the switch contacts with some contact cleaner or brake clean while you opperate the switch. have a couple rags handy to dab up the run off. Bob DuPuy
Re: [MBZ] R-12
I've got my 609 card and a commercial account with NAPA. They quoted me $575 for a 30lb can. Now if they could just deliver. The thing that threw me was Grainger saying it was no longer available through them. I get R-22 and R-409 through them no problem. Bob DuPuy
Re: [MBZ] cleaning glass
On the outside, I use regular glass cleaner and a razor blade. Hold it at an acute angle and stroke back and forth like a mine squegee. Then follow up with a little more cleaner and news print. Bob DuPuy Parrish, FL
Re: [MBZ] Restore the old faded colar of your MB]
Just a word of caution guys. If you have an older car with traditional enamel this works well, but if you have a car with clear coat or the newer one step integrated color with clear you can make a real mess by wet sanding or aggressively buffing. Unless you have some experience at this sort of thing I'd recommend sticking with an orbital type buffer and a Clear safe polish. Unless of course you've been coned into one of Kleb's gems then you might as well build some experience and go for the gusto. Bob DuPuy
Re: [MBZ] Re: price of diesel...interesting theory...
Well my ill informed understanding is that a given barrel of crude will only produce so much of each desired fraction, unless the refiner rally pushes hard and does some complex more expensive cracking of the hydrocarbons. That being said we dieselers are competing with the home heating oil users and the jet fuel users. In europe over half of the new cars sold are diesels. With only cars using the gasoline portion of each barrel it is realatively cheaper. Those darn europeans are using up our share of the cheap diesel and sending their left over stinky gas here on the cheap. Bob DuPuy Down to 1 SDL 1 D and two Mogs
Re: [MBZ] Any Unimog experts out there?
Take a look at www.rockymountainmoggers.com especially their links page. Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl 1 SDL, 1D, 2Mogs
Re: [MBZ] price of diesel...interesting theory...
One additional factor, at least in Florida, The last time I checked the state added about $.24/gal tax on gas and $.48/gal on diesel. It is just another hidden tax on all the trucked in consumables you buy at the store. Bob Dupuy
