Re: [MBZ] 124 rear subframe

2020-01-07 Thread Brian Toscano via Mercedes
nks with the subframe mounted in the > car. I think I removed a tire, jacked up the spring > > > > Max Dillon > > Charleston SC > > > > Jan 7, 2020 10:59:17 PM Brian Toscano via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com>: > > > > > > > When I w

Re: [MBZ] Windows 10 upgrade failed again

2020-01-07 Thread Brian Toscano via Mercedes
Macs are not what they used to be. Years ago they were light years ahead of Microsoft but over time the two have converged. Microsoft has gone up and Apple has gone down. I remember back in 2007 or so using a neighbors printer with my Mac and he said I'd probably have to install some device

Re: [MBZ] 124 rear subframe

2020-01-07 Thread Brian Toscano via Mercedes
When I worked on 124/201 I would assemble the subframe next to the vehicle and then put it on a transmission jack and roll it into place and secure it to the unibody, connect driveshaft, and brake lines, etc. The 5-link suspension can be tightened once it's installed under the vehicle by jacking

Re: [MBZ] OT - Win10 Va Win 7

2019-12-28 Thread Brian Toscano via Mercedes
Windows 10 is a good bit different than Windows 7. I prefer Windows 10. In fact, as a Mac user for about 10 years, Windows 10 is the first version of Windows I find acceptable to use. I am not sure I will purchase another Mac. I think Microsoft has really stepped up their game and Apple has

Re: [MBZ] Scam-O-Rama

2017-12-21 Thread Brian Toscano via Mercedes
Since she mailed you a fraudulent check, its wire and mail fraud. That’s a federal crime. Since $1600 - $449 - shipping would likely be > $1,000 loss to you if you returned the overage to her, I think law enforcement would be interested. I would contact law enforcement. There are some older

Re: [MBZ] OT eviction

2016-07-25 Thread Brian Toscano via Mercedes
Yes > On Jul 25, 2016, at 6:19 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > Could have been friction caused the fire -- friction between the bank and the > insurance company. > > --FT > > > On 7/25/16 8:16 PM, Brian Toscano via

Re: [MBZ] OT eviction

2016-07-25 Thread Brian Toscano via Mercedes
Stereotypes exist for a reason. I always remember the Ford dealership that was up for sale, one day it burned to the ground and everyone called it Jewish Lightning. Lighting came along faster than a buyer. > On Jul 20, 2016, at 3:04 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] Eviction update

2016-07-25 Thread Brian Toscano via Mercedes
AM, Andrew Strasfogel <astrasfo...@gmail.com> wrote: > > I know all about The Gays from the TV series "Modern Family". They are quite > funny and seem very nice. > > On Mon, Jul 25, 2016 at 1:31 AM, Brian Toscano via Mercedes > <mercedes@okiebenz.com <mailt

Re: [MBZ] Eviction update

2016-07-24 Thread Brian Toscano via Mercedes
I’ve run into some that have this whole gay pride thing going on and will try to use anything against you. Hopefully this goes well for Kaleb. > On Jul 24, 2016, at 11:25 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Brian opines: > >> I think the whole problem is your

Re: [MBZ] Eviction update

2016-07-24 Thread Brian Toscano via Mercedes
I think the whole problem is your dealing with queers or lesbians. They seem to think the rules of the world don’t apply to them. > On Jul 24, 2016, at 9:49 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Hah! Might be worth it... > -- > Max Dillon > Charleston SC > '87

Re: [MBZ] Jeep Alternator Brushes?

2013-11-23 Thread Brian Toscano
the alternator may have been the source of an intermittent startup squeal. I don't believe the belt was loose or needing adjustment. Glad it's done. On Saturday, November 23, 2013, WILTON wrote: Only 300 k? 'Can't depend on anything any more. Wilt - Original Message - From: Brian

[MBZ] Jeep Alternator Brushes?

2013-11-22 Thread Brian Toscano
I'm getting intermittent charging on my 2001 Jeep Cherokee. This behavior started yesterday. Today it was fine all day until after I started it up after eating dinner. Then it was around the 9 V and the check gauges light came on. It worked fine the next two starts, but then I stopped for gas

Re: [MBZ] Jeep Alternator Brushes?

2013-11-22 Thread Brian Toscano
on the picture, so an easy swap out might not be in the cards On Sat, Nov 23, 2013 at 12:01 AM, Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.comjavascript:; wrote: I'm getting intermittent charging on my 2001 Jeep Cherokee. This behavior started yesterday. Today it was fine all day until after

Re: [MBZ] 126 Lower Ball Joints

2013-11-09 Thread Brian Toscano
Others have said it already, but a BIG hammer can make a big difference. 5 lb is probably the minimum for suspension work because anything less will just about bounce off. ;^) On Saturday, November 9, 2013, Scott Ritchey wrote: Thanks for the input on Sir Tools. I don't mind paying a couple

Re: [MBZ] M(ac)B question

2013-11-03 Thread Brian Toscano
Why should apple support things for decades like Microsoft? A lot of things in windows should've been killed years before they were. Computers are replaced because they no longer current software that the user wants. If you're happy with snow leopard on your old machine keep running it. Snow

Re: [MBZ] it's off topic, but i'd like to point out

2013-10-27 Thread Brian Toscano
My buddy still uses his G5 w/ 30 Cinema display bit admits its getting tired. I still have my 2007 17 MBP though it too is getting tired. I don't need screens to just appear, but as the software becomes more complex it gets slower and slower. It can't really keep up with my scanner like newer

Re: [MBZ] Hahahahahaha

2013-10-12 Thread Brian Toscano
I think they should shut down the DEA ATF CIA NSA and FBI On Sat, Oct 12, 2013 at 6:44 PM, Mitchell Haley, EA m...@voyager.net wrote: They are shutting down some essential functions, too: The whole point is to make the shutdown as painful as possible for as many people as possible.

Re: [MBZ] OT: PC Computer hardware questiion

2013-10-11 Thread Brian Toscano
Happy 17 MBP user here, Dan can go pound cheese in Wisconsin. On Fri, Oct 11, 2013 at 7:48 PM, Gary Hurst jabbahur...@gmail.com wrote: is the newest mac pro even out yet? On Fri, Oct 11, 2013 at 9:45 PM, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Nor are they for a Mac Pro. Like the two 30

Re: [MBZ] slow day

2013-10-05 Thread Brian Toscano
You can keep your existing policy until it expires, but it will not be renewed. There is a 30-day window at expiration to change to a different policy. I'm sticking with my existing policy until it expires and then deciding. Our federal government is an absolute joke, but as long as there is

Re: [MBZ] slow day

2013-10-05 Thread Brian Toscano
I think all this nonsense of backpay for furloughed workers is an absolute joke. Folks that make their money from the federal government sold their souls to the devil when they entered the federal system and I simply don't care if they don't get paid. On Sat, Oct 5, 2013 at 8:50 PM, clay

Re: [MBZ] slow day

2013-10-05 Thread Brian Toscano
And that's largely because I get very little in return for the amount of taxes I pay compared to the fat cats who get bailouts and don't pay social security and medicare on their capital gains incomes... the disparity is ridiculous. On Sat, Oct 5, 2013 at 8:52 PM, Brian Toscano brian.tosc

Re: [MBZ] slow day

2013-10-04 Thread Brian Toscano
If both parties of Congress did their job when they passed the budget they would not need to ask for an increase in the debit limit at a later date. Its all political games. Its like buying a house, moving in, and then months later getting a loan approved. On Fri, Oct 4, 2013 at 3:43 PM, Gary

Re: [MBZ] OT but back to diesels

2013-09-21 Thread Brian Toscano
if you're running light you don't need E rated/10 plys. having said that, I always put 10 plys on mine. i think if you take a diesel off pavement you should get 4wd. the front ends are so heavy they can get stuck on grass. On Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at 9:09 AM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com

Re: [MBZ] OT: Truck for Jamie

2013-09-20 Thread Brian Toscano
In general its OK. My 2000 Jetta was hard to warm up on the coldest days even in Nashville. And on those same coldest days once it was at operating temperature it would drop down some at traffic lights! but it was a real fuel miser, 50 MPG at 75 MPH was not uncommon. On Fri, Sep 20, 2013 at

Re: [MBZ] OT: Truck for Jamie

2013-09-20 Thread Brian Toscano
plus tensioners and whatnot coolant flush and fill with proper VW G12 Shifter bushings This is of course what I get for buying a car with no history. -Curt Date: Fri, 20 Sep 2013 11:22:03 -0600 From: Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Obummercare caused my benefits to be canceled

2013-09-19 Thread Brian Toscano
Age and tobacco do affect pricing. Anthem BCBS tells me 'open enrollment' starts Oct 1 but I can keep my current plan until it expires and I will have a '30 day' special enrollment period. All this enrollment open closed special period stuff is a bunch of B.S. On Thu, Sep 19, 2013 at 6:06

Re: [MBZ] Obummercare caused my benefits to be canceled

2013-09-19 Thread Brian Toscano
Why they don't charge fat people more is a mystery to me. On Thu, Sep 19, 2013 at 10:37 AM, Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: There are a LOT of folks that see this as another something for nothing deal (they either won't have to pay or don't have anything now). Cranial-rectal

Re: [MBZ] OT: Re: Computer question

2013-09-19 Thread Brian Toscano
yeah that's kind of weird. lightning once struck a pole outside my house and the strangest things went out.. NIC card on my computer, router, top 1 of my TV, aux relay in my stereo and the lutron light dimmers... On Thu, Sep 19, 2013 at 9:33 AM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Thu,

Re: [MBZ] Obummercare caused my benefits to be canceled

2013-09-18 Thread Brian Toscano
I have an individual plan. On Wed, Sep 18, 2013 at 9:33 PM, Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: Faceless! Wow! Shades of the X Files. -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mountain Man Sent: Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Re: [MBZ] OT: watches

2013-09-18 Thread Brian Toscano
The accuracy is pretty cool but who can keep track of 10 seconds a year? Watches are more or less a fashion statement. I'm with Wilton. iPhone, computer, car. When I got a smartphone I got rid of my alarm clock on my nightstand. On Wed, Sep 18, 2013 at 10:13 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net

Re: [MBZ] OT: Truck for Jamie

2013-09-17 Thread Brian Toscano
If he's living in the country he sure don't need no import truck. Nothing says country like a Chevy 350. I like the 72 myself without the stacks. Just dual it out by the bumper. On Tue, Sep 17, 2013 at 7:34 PM, Gary Hurst jabbahur...@gmail.com wrote: it's time for you to know this.

Re: [MBZ] Obummercare caused my benefits to be canceled

2013-09-16 Thread Brian Toscano
I have an individual plan. Looks like what I will be offered will cost 50% more. On Mon, Sep 16, 2013 at 8:25 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.netwrote: Is that thru your job or what? At my job we have bcbs anthem Sent from my iPhone On Sep 15, 2013, at 9:45 PM, Brian Toscano

Re: [MBZ] OT:NYPD

2013-09-16 Thread Brian Toscano
Meanwhile mayor is still on his crusade to end gun violence but can't seem to reign in his own PD. On Mon, Sep 16, 2013 at 9:50 AM, m...@voyager.net wrote: Earlier this month, I suggested that the police accuracy standard was to empty a 17 round magazine to score two hits on cops and

Re: [MBZ] Another Sondy Tale

2013-09-16 Thread Brian Toscano
I have fond memories of visiting my great aunt and uncle and hearing about days gone by from the 1930s-1940s. One of the most humorous things as a youngster was when I saw a picture of them before they had white hair. I had never thought about it before because their hair had turned white before

Re: [MBZ] Obummercare caused my benefits to be canceled

2013-09-16 Thread Brian Toscano
POTUS is just PC for lying scumbag these days. On Mon, Sep 16, 2013 at 10:42 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Brian Toscano wrote: Individual. I have to wait until 10/1 to find out what's available. If I look online today, my current Anthem (BCBS in many states) plan is still

Re: [MBZ] I guess since poos is too busy...

2013-09-16 Thread Brian Toscano
I've seen folks buff out a car with 3M Imperial Machine Glaze. What is that best for? On Mon, Sep 16, 2013 at 6:48 PM, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: I have just been slammed at both work and home the last few days, which has precluded me from any lengthy responses to your questions.

Re: [MBZ] OT: Truck

2013-09-16 Thread Brian Toscano
The small 4-banger import trucks from the early 90's or earlier are woefully underpowered for any kind of towing. If you want to lay a sheet of plywood down flat in the bed or tow a car, get a Chevy 1/2 ton long bed with a V-8. On Mon, Sep 16, 2013 at 7:14 PM, Greg Fiorentino

Re: [MBZ] Diagnosis Confirmation, Please, now HELP?

2013-09-15 Thread Brian Toscano
I found success with offset bits when doing this on a '87 300DT with the compressor still installed. I don't believe right angle would work. On Sun, Sep 15, 2013 at 12:07 PM, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Got new cooler lines on it, too. Dan On Sep 15, 2013, at 2:01 PM, Dan Penoff

Re: [MBZ] Diagnosis Confirmation, Please, now HELP?

2013-09-15 Thread Brian Toscano
In the archives you might find the part number of the Snap On tool I borrowed to get the job done. On Sun, Sep 15, 2013 at 12:18 PM, Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.comwrote: I found success with offset bits when doing this on a '87 300DT with the compressor still installed. I don't

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ 2013

2013-09-15 Thread Brian Toscano
when is the next OkieQ On Sun, Sep 15, 2013 at 8:36 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: 'Sounds mighty good! 'Wish I coulda made! Wilt - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2013 10:09 PM

[MBZ] Obummercare caused my benefits to be canceled

2013-09-15 Thread Brian Toscano
Got the outstanding news that my Anthem BSBS health insurance will be non-renewed. Thanks Obummer! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Obummercare caused my benefits to be canceled

2013-09-15 Thread Brian Toscano
Individual. I have to wait until 10/1 to find out what's available. If I look online today, my current Anthem (BCBS in many states) plan is still available. lol. On Sun, Sep 15, 2013 at 9:56 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Individual plan or employer? Brian Toscano brian.tosc

Re: [MBZ] Obummercare caused my benefits to be canceled

2013-09-15 Thread Brian Toscano
yep, so much for keeping your existing plan. On Sun, Sep 15, 2013 at 10:12 PM, Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: So, it begins. I wouldn't count on answers by 10/1 -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Brian Toscano Sent

Re: [MBZ] A bit OT: ARRRGH, stupid Jetta!

2013-09-13 Thread Brian Toscano
Don't these cars have a master relay or something similar that can die? Back in the day some folks would carry a spare. On Fri, Sep 13, 2013 at 10:51 AM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Something loose in fuse box? All those inop systems on same fuse? Ya SURE the fuse is good? Wilt

Re: [MBZ] buymbparts is dead drunk and rotting etc but OIL needs to be discussed

2013-09-08 Thread Brian Toscano
It's hard to go wrong with Delo 15w-40 although I like 5w-40 for winter. Made the block heater on my B-series not at all necessary. On Thu, Sep 5, 2013 at 11:10 PM, clay redgh...@comcast.net wrote: The winter duty involves finding that one dry week and bundling up well so I can do a top

Re: [MBZ] OT Android Email

2013-09-08 Thread Brian Toscano
When my Blackberry died I could not justify the purchase of another one. I consider the platform dead. I bought and iPhone 4S and haven't looked back. The iOS sandboxing is generally secure. The company I work for will require a special app for Android phones to pretty much do the same as iOS

Re: [MBZ] Wilton's car

2013-09-08 Thread Brian Toscano
I'd try swapping the engine, leaving the trans; or pull the head on the 350 and see what's wrong. On Tue, Sep 3, 2013 at 6:56 PM, clay redgh...@comcast.net wrote: Are there not some upgrades to electrical beasties related to engines and transmissions going from the 300SDL 603 to the 350SDL

Re: [MBZ] Jetta TDI

2013-09-07 Thread Brian Toscano
Mobil 1 5w-40 at Wal Mart is fine for the '98. On Fri, Sep 6, 2013 at 7:40 PM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: I thought you might be skeptical so I snapped a pic

Re: [MBZ] parts site?

2013-08-26 Thread Brian Toscano
With so many apps for free calling it seems harder to manage. Someone calling on Skype? Google Voice? Your business phone? Cell phone? Text, WhatsApp, etc. Not to mention some people are genuinely hard to hear on Skype or Google Voice. They will sit away from their computer's microphone

Re: [MBZ] Autozone idiots

2013-08-09 Thread Brian Toscano
Yeah, I think we can leave references to others out On Fri, Aug 9, 2013 at 5:03 PM, Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: On Aug 9, 2013, at 2:43 PM, Gary Hurst jabbahur...@gmail.com wrote: so why do you guys worship a guy who does this to you for years and then tops it off by

Re: [MBZ] Michelin tire recall

2013-08-09 Thread Brian Toscano
Replace and throw defective tire on your burn/ compost pile. On Sat, Jul 20, 2013 at 3:38 PM, Benz Hogs benz-n-h...@gulseth.net wrote: Plug, patch, and add sealant :) No more flats! Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max (168,xxx mi) On 7/20/2013 11:40 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin

Re: [MBZ] wasps everywhere

2013-08-07 Thread Brian Toscano
Yellow jackets are the worst, especially if you're driving a tractor. On Tue, Jul 30, 2013 at 2:10 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Raid Wasp and Hornet spray knocks 'em down pretty quickly. Not sure how good it is for paint... probably should rinse it quickly. Allan

Re: [MBZ] I fought the saw and the saw won

2013-08-06 Thread Brian Toscano
I'd just get a Stihl. They just work. On Mon, Aug 5, 2013 at 5:23 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.netwrote: This thing has to be vapor locking. It starts when cold somewhat ok, it died a couple of times today and I got it started, the last time it acted like it was going to start and

Re: [MBZ] Bacon OT

2013-08-03 Thread Brian Toscano
High tech country ham and bacon? What's the world coming to? On Sat, Aug 3, 2013 at 9:31 AM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: At Costco last year some guy was selling these automated smoker grill things that had a motorized auger to put wood chips in the fire box. It

Re: [MBZ] Setting my hubs

2013-07-08 Thread Brian Toscano
Can also rap the wheel as you tighten. The resonance will change when its right. Put a dial indicator on it and should be spot on. On Monday, July 8, 2013, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Scott Ritchey wrote: Yup. It's just enough movement to see detectable needle movement on my

Re: [MBZ] Black smoke and loping at idle.

2013-06-30 Thread Brian Toscano
If the ALDA was not shimmed properly I suppose there could be too much fuel? But timing would also be suspect. On Saturday, June 29, 2013, OK Don wrote: Since this problem started with the installation of another IP, and persists with a second IP, I would be very suspicious of the installer -

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here? SMART

2013-06-29 Thread Brian Toscano
2000 Jetta TDI did 50-55 MPG On Saturday, June 29, 2013, Gerry Archer wrote: On 27/06/2013 1:39 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: The savings in the Smart are in its low maintenace cost and cheap OEM parts, which are all so small/insignificcant that they cost nearly nothing. Sort of like

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Brian Toscano
The TB on the '98 is easier. Once you get good a the A4 chassis they can be done pretty quickly but the process is definitely different than on the A3. On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 11:56 AM, David Bruckmann bruckma...@transcontinental.ca wrote: Maybe not on a 98, but on Hans' 2001 TDI it is

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Brian Toscano
the '98 TDI should get you upper 40's on the highway. On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 7:45 PM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: I passed on one in an auction in 2004 and I'm still kicking myself, it sold for cheap cheap but I didn't have the house yet and space for 3 cars. I was still

Re: [MBZ] 95 e300

2013-06-22 Thread Brian Toscano
Colorado Springs is semi-arid. The soil is often just sand. There is no major water source nearby. The drinking water comes from far away places through a series of pipes and tunnels. As far as the Subaru's and granola, Dan you should continue to live in your cesspools and sinkholes known as

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-22 Thread Brian Toscano
The 1998 is a lot more tinny than the 2000. Water pump is aux belt driven on the '98 but timing belt driven on the '00. Rotary pump, electronically controlled. Rear drum brakes. All in all I liked the 2000 better than the 1998. Drove each for a few years. On Sat, Jun 22, 2013 at 4:34 PM,

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-18 Thread Brian Toscano
LA traffic is probably worse more hours of the day than any other city. DC has bad rush hour, but so does NYC. Outside of rush hour you can easily drive into NYC without any major traffic problems. Of course you might also get caught in a traffic jam at 2AM. On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 10:14 PM,

Re: [MBZ] OT: Starving Youngsters: was 44 years OT

2013-06-18 Thread Brian Toscano
://doejo.com http://bowtruss.com On Jun 17, 2013, at 10:22 PM, Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.com wrote: other sketchy things? Does that mean you're minimizing the issue of illegal immigrants so as to say I shouldn't be concerned the government looks the other way with these ILLEGALS

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-18 Thread Brian Toscano
, 2013, at 9:40 AM, Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.com wrote: LA traffic is probably worse more hours of the day than any other city. DC has bad rush hour, but so does NYC. Outside of rush hour you can easily drive into NYC without any major traffic problems. Of course you might also

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-18 Thread Brian Toscano
It took that long with Chase earlier this year on something unrelated. Eventually they sent me a letter that said the investigation was closed. On Tue, Jun 18, 2013 at 9:06 AM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: I called WF and they are doing the same thing, will put a

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Brian Toscano
If you're only looking for your money back, I would just contact the card issuer and tell them it is a fraudulent charge because you never received your merchandise. With a credit card there should be an immediate credit while they investigate and many/most credit card companies offer $0

Re: [MBZ] OT: Starving Youngsters: was 44 years OT

2013-06-17 Thread Brian Toscano
I agree, but just because it won't happen doesn't mean I shouldn't think of what I'd like to happen. On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 2:02 PM, Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: Brian wrote: I wish I paid a fraction of what I do in taxes and the welfare folks got off their lard asses and

Re: [MBZ] OT: Starving Youngsters: was 44 years OT

2013-06-17 Thread Brian Toscano
other sketchy things? Does that mean you're minimizing the issue of illegal immigrants so as to say I shouldn't be concerned the government looks the other way with these ILLEGALS WHO BROKE THE LAW? While they may work harder than lard ass Americans, that doesn't make it right. The lard ass

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D injection Pump - possible failure of used pump.

2013-06-16 Thread Brian Toscano
I would just ask him if there's a chance the pump is 180 out. Mistakes happen even for someone who's done a hundred pumps. On Sat, Jun 15, 2013 at 3:00 PM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.comwrote: Sure..I would try diesel purge and check pump timing. Mike On Jun 15, 2013 3:26 PM,

Re: [MBZ] 190D brakes ARRGH!

2013-06-16 Thread Brian Toscano
If you don't want to bother with pressure bleeding, drip bleeding will probably be fine. On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 9:32 PM, G Mann g2ma...@gmail.com wrote: New brakes, you should change out the fluid with new. Brake fluid degrades with use. Now is a good time. Grant... On Wed, Jun 12,

Re: [MBZ] starving youngsters

2013-06-16 Thread Brian Toscano
As long as people have the NFL and NASCAR they won't revolt. On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 5:41 AM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: If it's worthless then why all the fuss? You can't have it both ways. On Jun 12, 2013 12:20 AM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: If it's so worthless

Re: [MBZ] OT: Starving Youngsters: was 44 years OT

2013-06-16 Thread Brian Toscano
I agree with Scott''s post about the younger generation wanting everything now. I was just thinking about this yesterday before I read this email. Back in the 1980's how common was air conditioning? Back then I'm not sure credit cards were all the rage either. Today cash is not needed, because

Re: [MBZ] Tools - Sorting Allen (Hex) Wrenches

2013-06-16 Thread Brian Toscano
You could buy a tool holder that is sized accordingly with sizes clearly labeled on the holder. That solves both the identification and storage problem. Or replace with bits/keys that have the size stamped on them. On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 1:19 AM, Kevin Kraly kevinpadd...@gmail.com wrote: I

Re: [MBZ] OT Re: best chain saw NOW Angel Oak

2013-06-16 Thread Brian Toscano
Why do the branches appear to touch/come very close to the ground? Not like the Live Oaks I see in Savannah, etc. On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 4:58 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Would ya, could ya send me coupla its acorns? Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas

Re: [MBZ] OT: Starving Youngsters: was 44 years OT

2013-06-16 Thread Brian Toscano
People like big government and socialism because it means they don't have to come to terms with the denial and short term thinking. I wish I paid a fraction of what I do in taxes and the welfare folks got off their lard asses and did something productive. I think the ILLEGAL immigrants should be

Re: [MBZ] Parts dealers

2013-06-11 Thread Brian Toscano
I got a fraudulent $800 charge on my credit card from Parts Geek. Strange. On Mon, Jun 10, 2013 at 9:50 PM, Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.comwrote: Thanks, Dave. Might try Rockauto. Gerry There are a handful of vendors who will not pay return shipping even if they screw up and ship

Re: [MBZ] From wet to dry ...

2013-06-08 Thread Brian Toscano
The inter-mountain West is semi-arid or desert. The dirt in your front yard can be sand. On Thu, Jun 6, 2013 at 3:19 PM, Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.comwrote: Georgetown Traditions: What's A Hoya? The origins of the word Hoya defy simple explanation. Over the years, some have

Re: [MBZ] Speaking of batteries/ratchets

2013-06-01 Thread Brian Toscano
Does this mean the quality of Craftsman parts is improving? About 10 years ago there was a night and day difference between Snap On and Craftsman. On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 5:34 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Thu, 30 May 2013 19:15:03 -0400 Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: I

Re: [MBZ] Speaking of batteries/ratchets

2013-06-01 Thread Brian Toscano
Yeah, the older Craftsman tools seem much better quality. It's a shame. On Sat, Jun 1, 2013 at 11:27 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Brian Toscano wrote: Does this mean the quality of Craftsman parts is improving? About 10 years ago there was a night and day difference between

Re: [MBZ] Most favorite cars

2013-06-01 Thread Brian Toscano
What's wrong with Subaru's? I don't think they're just for liberals or lesbians. Where I used to live all the kayakers used to have them and now I see all kinds of people have them. Old Subaru Outback Legacy's. Great for all wheel drive which is perfect for people in hilly or mountainous

Re: [MBZ] Speaking of batteries

2013-06-01 Thread Brian Toscano
I buy batteries from Auto Zone. They seem to be fine without any hassles. Can be done on your lunch break. Don't even need a receipt, they just look it up on their computer so if you bought it 2000 miles away NP. On Thu, May 30, 2013 at 8:30 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: you

Re: [MBZ] Speaking of batteries/ratchets

2013-06-01 Thread Brian Toscano
Bummer. I buy Snap On for anything I use regularly that's less than 1-1/2. Snap On 5-27 mm just fits better, better ratchets, and eBay has a steady supply of Snap On tools. What's the cost of bloody knuckles because the Craftsman 27 mm keeps falling off the crank damper? If I'm in a hurry I

Re: [MBZ] OT - Chipper/Shreaders

2013-06-01 Thread Brian Toscano
For those of us without a blacksmith or welding shop, the burn pile works great. On Mon, May 27, 2013 at 9:31 PM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.comwrote: Look on craigslist in your area. They are plentiful in good running order for $300 or less here. A note: Been pretty hard on the

Re: [MBZ] OT - I-5 State of Washington bridge - gone

2013-05-27 Thread Brian Toscano
Then it should come out of the DoD budget. On Mon, May 27, 2013 at 12:01 PM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.comwrote: Is that when they made those huge tunnels? Been through them..kinda scary. Mike On May 27, 2013 1:46 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote:

Re: [MBZ] OT - Chipper/Shreaders

2013-05-26 Thread Brian Toscano
little units arent going to compare to commercial. best for twigs. On Wed, May 22, 2013 at 8:08 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: OK Don wrote: We are in the market for a used Chipper'Shreader (or new if used are not feasable). The few that I've found with reasonable prices on

Re: [MBZ] OT - I-5 State of Washington bridge - gone

2013-05-26 Thread Brian Toscano
The Hood Canal Bridge is an unfortunate accident (as was Galloping Gertie). Would you have not built the bridge in the first place and let people take US 101 around? That seems like the best option to me. Hard to justify that kind of expense for the Olympic Peninsula which is low in population

Re: [MBZ] OT - I-5 State of Washington bridge - gone

2013-05-26 Thread Brian Toscano
I think Clay's point may have been that engineer mistake = accident and everything else is negligence. On Sun, May 26, 2013 at 7:58 PM, Max meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: Or by simple lack of maintenance and postponed repairs. -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa

Re: [MBZ] OM603 fan clutch

2013-05-19 Thread Brian Toscano
Looks like the pulley holder for the 603. On Wed, May 15, 2013 at 10:01 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Wed, 15 May 2013 12:39:20 -0400 Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: I'm talking about my S500, so that is the M119. Is there a place for a pin or something to lock the

Re: [MBZ] Low Oil Pressure W124 2.5 Turbo Diesel

2013-05-18 Thread Brian Toscano
if oil pressure is low at idle take the oil filler cap off and see how much blow by you have. On Fri, May 17, 2013 at 10:12 PM, Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com wrote: OM60x Min specs I believe are: 0.3 bar at idle and at least 3 bar at 3000 rpm. Not sure what a 2.5 runs @ 60. 2200 RPM? So as

Re: [MBZ] best chainsaw

2013-05-18 Thread Brian Toscano
Stihl makes a 460 Rescue with a diamond tipped chain designed for cutting anything diamonds will.. you know for the fire departments, etc. On Sat, May 18, 2013 at 2:08 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: You haven't seen those things? Guys on the pipe-laying crews

Re: [MBZ] (buymbparts)....facebook.

2013-05-11 Thread Brian Toscano
There is nothing wrong with PBR. When you see hipsters drinking Milwaukee's Best then start questioning things. Milwaukee's Best ain't bad if its ICE cold. On Sat, May 11, 2013 at 9:52 AM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Above Colt 45? --R On 5/11/13 11:35 AM,

Re: [MBZ] 5 Women die in burning limo

2013-05-08 Thread Brian Toscano
8, 2013 1:35 AM, Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.com wrote: After all these years Ford still can't make a car that doesn't burn to the ground. On Sun, May 5, 2013 at 7:29 PM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.com wrote: Yep. Sure enough a Lincoln Town Car. Mike On May

Re: [MBZ] 5 Women die in burning limo

2013-05-07 Thread Brian Toscano
After all these years Ford still can't make a car that doesn't burn to the ground. On Sun, May 5, 2013 at 7:29 PM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.comwrote: Yep. Sure enough a Lincoln Town Car. Mike On May 5, 2013 8:04 PM, clay redgh...@comcast.net wrote: Ford town car clay On

Re: [MBZ] OT: Speeding and revenue

2013-05-06 Thread Brian Toscano
Tax laws are made by Congress. Some point to consider are that flat tax rates such as sales taxes are regressive and hurt the poor. Taxes that make everyone pay the same overall percentage of income are preferred but tricky. For example, the per gallon gas tax is the same for someone living on

Re: [MBZ] Headgasket?

2013-05-03 Thread Brian Toscano
Pull the head, if its not cracked do a head gasket. If it is cracked, part out or scrap the car. On Thu, May 2, 2013 at 3:46 PM, John Reames jwrea...@comcast.net wrote: There is another (odd!) mode of failure; I had a 617 weep out of the passenger side of the head/block interface when the

Re: [MBZ] Dealers/stealers

2013-05-03 Thread Brian Toscano
When I bought a new VW Jetta TDI in 2000 it was a very good experience also. I had worked up the numbers I thought would be a reasonable discount. The first offer from the dealer was even lower than that so I just said there somewhat dumbfounded and asked for some more off that. The salesman

Re: [MBZ] Wheel Balancing -- '87 300SDL

2013-05-02 Thread Brian Toscano
Worn spindles and bearings could also be suspect. Rotating parts are more likely to cause vibrations than non-rotating parts. Worn front ends are more likely to cause irregular tire wear. On Thu, May 2, 2013 at 8:12 AM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: still become unbalanced quickly.

Re: [MBZ] Wheel Balancing -- '87 300SDL

2013-05-02 Thread Brian Toscano
That's assuming all the obvious has been looked at - shocks, steering linkage, etc. On Thu, May 2, 2013 at 11:52 AM, Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.comwrote: Worn spindles and bearings could also be suspect. Rotating parts are more likely to cause vibrations than non-rotating parts

Re: [MBZ] OT: The case for banning hammers and registering owners

2013-04-29 Thread Brian Toscano
Axes are used in some parts of the world. On Monday, April 29, 2013, Greg Fiorentino wrote: I worked with a guy in Portland whose brother killed their dad with a hammer. Another sad case of out-of-control mental illness. We only read of the necessity to stop gun violence...as if violence

Re: [MBZ] AC Compressor

2013-04-26 Thread Brian Toscano
Rebuilt only if you can put it on the counter of the place you bought it from when it stops working within the 1 year warranty. On Fri, Apr 26, 2013 at 7:48 PM, Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.netwrote: Get a new compressor. Rusty used to say that the rebuilt were not worth it. -- Max

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