Re: [MBZ] Comments about Possible Purchase

2016-11-11 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
True. If I had followed that advice we would have never discovered our present 91 300D 2.5 which we love. Just shows you cannot follow rules hard and fast. LarryT - Original Message - From: "Craig via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: "Craig" Sent: Friday, November 11,

Re: [MBZ] Anybody want this?

2016-11-11 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
Speaking of 90's W124's; my 91 300D 2.5 has 270K miles on it. A recent Oil Analysis shows it to be in excellent condition showing no problem areas. I'm wondering what the upper mileage limits are for these cars? My 91 needs a paint job but the running gear and interior are great but I need to d

Re: [MBZ] Comments about Possible Purchase

2016-11-10 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
s one is a year older with a asking price of $4950. It looks like it was either detailed or well cared for. I guess I'll find out how willing they are to accept a lower offer when I take a look in person. Thanks for the help! LarryT - Original Message - From: "Larry T via Merc

Re: [MBZ] Comments about Possible Purchase

2016-11-10 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
Thanks Mitch - Exactly the kind of reply I hoped for. Sincerely, LarryT - Original Message - From: "Mitch Haley via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: "Mitch Haley" Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2016 5:34:03 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Comments about Possible Purchase Facel

Re: [MBZ] Q for Larry

2016-09-19 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
I bought 2 gallons of Synthetic 15W40 OE Diesel Oil 2 41.90 total plus $9.85 for shipping and $3.42 sales tax for a total of $55.17 or $6.89/qt. The franchise fee varies but I usually get their special 6 months for $10. because that works for me when I need to place orders. So, grand total incl

Re: [MBZ] Transmission oil

2016-09-19 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
Your shop may be able to adjust it for you... LarryT - Original Message - From: "Curt Raymond via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: "Curt Raymond" Sent: Monday, September 19, 2016 10:35:42 AM Subject: [MBZ] Transmission oil While we're having oil threads I figured I'

Re: [MBZ] Q for Larry

2016-09-19 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
Ditto's - But I guess it's common knowledge on this forum that the old "Change at 3000" was an advertising gimmick with no basis in fact. Depending on driving style, where you drive/temps and speeds over regular distances such as a 30 min drive on the interstate Vs 30 min of stop light to stop l

Re: [MBZ] Q for Larry

2016-09-19 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
Is that a store bought or a home built pumping system? Thx LarryT - Original Message - From: "Dan--- via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: "d...@penoff.com" Sent: Monday, September 19, 2016 10:56:13 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Q for Larry I understand, since it's a synthe

Re: [MBZ] Q for Larry

2016-09-19 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
I start getting nervous at oil change intervals above 8000 or 9000. I have been changing the synthetic oil in both the 911 and the 91 300D at 8000 miles. So far, the oil analysis are showing I am seeing slow wear rates. Also, we've had a lot of 90+ temps - it seemed like all of August was above

Re: [MBZ] ?

2016-09-18 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
Ahh.. I see a C182 in your sig lines. I had the pleasure once and recall it climbing "like a homesick Angel" as the saying goes. It would climb like crazy and fly fast and heavily loaded as well! Awesome airplane. The W123 of Cessna's IMO. LarryT 91 300D - Original Message - From:

Re: [MBZ] MB Parts Accounts at epc.startekinfo.com -- $75 Membership Fee will be charged/

2016-08-01 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
You might want to check your statement for the time frame around your subscription expiration just to be sure. YMMV, LarryT 91 300D - Original Message - From: "Mitch Haley via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: "Mitch Haley" Sent: Monday, August 1, 2016 7:14:16 AM Su

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Parts Diagrams & Auto Renew

2016-08-01 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
Just to clarify, I did not elect to pay the $75 yearly fee. I would not have known until I found it while browsing my bank statement. Actually, MB said my account would be valid until Aug 1 and they charged my CC on 7/31. I guess they were assuming I would want to continue their service. Actual

[MBZ] MB Parts Accounts at epc.startekinfo.com -- $75 Membership Fee will be charged/

2016-07-31 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
Hi All, I just got a shock - my credit card was charged $75 for a "Membership" in the Parts Program at MB. Don't know about the others but I joined to gain access to their Parts Diagrams. I just learned the program is being managed by a different company which will no longer off the "Free" subs

Re: [MBZ] Looking for a nice W140? I am selling mine.

2016-07-30 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
what's the asking price? LarryT 91 300D - Original Message - From: "W140 via Mercedes" To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: "W140" Sent: Friday, July 29, 2016 11:57:57 PM Subject: [MBZ] Looking for a nice W140? I am selling mine. If you're looking for a nice W140 I am selling mine.I

Re: [MBZ] Email: was: Cooling System Question W124

2016-07-28 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
l that Okiebenz into one mailbox and then you have an archive of MB solutions on your machine. > Larry T via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com> > July 28, 2016 at 11:12 AM > Hey Curly, I am happy to be back! I a still fighting my email program. > I have used Mozilla Thund

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Cooling System Question W124

2016-07-28 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
Wow - I never knew IR TStats were so inexpensive! On ebay they are $10 on up! I'm gonna have one soon ;-) LarryT - Original Message - From: "Larry T via Mercedes" To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: "Larry T" Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2016 12:12:15 PM Subjec

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Cooling System Question W124

2016-07-28 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
Hey Curly, I am happy to be back! I a still fighting my email program. I have used Mozilla Thunderbird for quite a while and it frustrates me more every day! So now I am using my XFinity email (which I hate) because it works. But it is not flexible at all. Anyway, thanks for the kind words. I

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Cooling System Question W124

2016-07-28 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
But it's running at the mark above 80C. I am guessing it is for 100C? Too hot IMO. Right? LarryT 91 300D - Original Message - From: "Curt Raymond via Mercedes" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Cc: "Curt Raymond" Sent: Monday, July 25, 2016 8:50:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Co

Re: [MBZ] [MB] do fuel filters ever fail out of the box or have a shelf life?

2015-07-18 Thread Larry T via Mercedes
are you talking about a spin on metal fuel filter? If so they last virtually forever. A paper filter will last as long unless exposed to high levels of moisture for long periods. LarryT 91 300D - Original Message - From: "Richard McGinnis" To: merce...@mercedeslist.com Sent: Satu

Re: [MBZ] W124 Fog Lights 91 300D

2014-06-23 Thread Larry T
I replaced the *Light Out Sensor Box* behind the fuse panel -- still no fog lights. Next I need to check the bulbs. Would be a huge coincidence if both died at the same time.. eh? ;-) Larry On 4/22/2014 1:23 PM, LarryT wrote: Thx Jim - I'm pretty sure my Fog lights work regardless of

Re: [MBZ] W124 Overheated

2014-06-12 Thread Larry T
Thx Don I'll take a look - especially since I was working in that area to disconnect the evaporator... It's strange that MB will over-engineer some things and go cheap on others I guess the bean counters are slicing and dicing... Larry On 6/12/2014 4:24 PM, OK Don wrote: Coolant exits

[MBZ] My W124 Evaporator Drama Continues

2014-05-28 Thread Larry T
I don't know how much you have been told (I have traded emails with Wilton on this) but the evaporator I installed leaked when charged. The Seller said they had never had this happen but who knows... i found another and it should arrive today. I plan to pull the Evap and have it and the new one

Re: [MBZ] Knee club

2014-05-28 Thread Larry T
erely, LarryT - Original Message - From: "Dwight Giles" To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2014 4:45:02 PM Subject: [MBZ] Knee club On Monday I will be joining Larry T and perhaps others on this list for a new titanium right knee. (MB content- Then I can better spool

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking

2014-04-13 Thread Larry T
Thanks Guys! Sincerely, Larry On 4/13/2014 12:19 PM, WILTON wrote: 'Zackly. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Peter Frederick" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, April 13, 2014 12:00 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking Plenty of room to lay the parts out

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking

2014-04-13 Thread Larry T
Thanks Peter -- I have watched the video of the project and think it is well within my abilities. I plan to order the parts and get the big garage organized with places to put everything. Thanks again for all your help... Sincerely, Larry On 4/12/2014 8:15 PM, Peter Frederick wrote: If you

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking

2014-04-13 Thread Larry T
gh to disconnect/connect the cable and wires behind the cluster. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Larry T" To: Sent: Saturday, April 12, 2014 7:45 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking Thanks Peter - That video Hendrik provided gives a pretty good idea of the work

Re: [MBZ] Gummit corruption

2014-04-13 Thread Larry T
Question, is "Public Land" and "Government Owned Land" the same thing? Google says the % of western land owned by the govt is 30% which, IMO, should wave red flags in front of very citizen. All of the land in this great country should belong to the citizens. Check out this map: http://bigt

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking

2014-04-12 Thread Larry T
Back when I worked, I was a planner for construction projects like nuclear power stations and refineries so this kind of complex project is just the thing to get me going again! :-) Thanks again for all the help from all who replied. ;-) Sincerely, Larry T 91 300D 2.5 On 4/11/2014 9:01 PM, Peter F

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking

2014-04-12 Thread Larry T
2014, at 11:38 AM, Larry T wrote: Howdy - Just got the bad news from the Ac Shop - the evaporator is leaking. i spoke with the shop about me removing the box that holds the Evap and then having the shop replace the evap inside the box. then can reinstall the evap and dash and have the s

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking

2014-04-11 Thread Larry T
Hi Peter, i have been reviewing the WSM instructions and believe I can remove the old and install a new evap then put everything back together with new pods and valve, then take the car to my AC shop (owned by a ex-coworker SIL) who will then evacuate & charge the system for me. My only

Re: [MBZ] Suspension parts - OEM vs. other brands

2014-04-10 Thread Larry T
Gary -- is your website down? I tried to get on with 3 browsers and get the same error message... Sincerely, Larry On 4/10/2014 2:10 PM, Gary Hurst wrote: it's really contextual. the first person i might have sold something to on this list was agne, who couldn't get an original part from the

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking

2014-04-10 Thread Larry T
thanks, Peter - I appreciate you sharing your experience. Sincerely, Larry On 4/10/2014 6:32 PM, Peter Frederick wrote: 16 hour job by the flat rate book, which translated into two and a half days for me. Nothing particularly difficult, but it's fiddly and you have lots of small, now brittle

[MBZ] evaporator

2014-04-10 Thread Larry T
I am gathering the PDFs MB suggests in the "evap Removal PDF # 83-554 suggests I follow 68-100 and 68-200 for info on removing the dash & center console and I am unable to find those 2 numbers in the w124 WSM. Both exist in the W123 manual however, they definitely refer to a w123. Also, Wilto

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: confirm 37d54f54141557a7745757189732700a72e230ce

2014-04-10 Thread Larry T
I got the same thing. Sincerely, Larry On 4/10/2014 5:42 PM, Max Dillon wrote: Kaleb, Dan; What's the deal? Problem on my end? First indication to me do far... ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking

2014-04-10 Thread Larry T
first one. Kept R12 in system; valve replaced last summer; 'noticed when it was removed that it was stamped "For R124 use only." Wilton - Original Message - From: "Larry T" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Thursday, April 10, 2014 11:38 AM Subje

[MBZ] W124 evaporator

2014-04-10 Thread Larry T
I checked BuyEuroparts and found 2 Evaporators as follows: By ACM - Evap w/Valve $169 By Rein - Evap w/o Valve $202. I assume I should replace the valve while I am doing this? Is one brand better than the others? Maybe both are junk? Thanks for your help! 91 300D 2.5T -- Sincerely, Larry

[MBZ] W124 AC Evaporator Leaking

2014-04-10 Thread Larry T
Howdy - Just got the bad news from the Ac Shop - the evaporator is leaking. i spoke with the shop about me removing the box that holds the Evap and then having the shop replace the evap inside the box. then can reinstall the evap and dash and have the shop charge the system. I have th

Re: [MBZ] The insurance I wish I had

2014-04-06 Thread Larry T
no, you buy insurance and are covered for most problems. With all the money thrown at obamacare so far (and in the future) we could have bought insurance for the 30 million without coverage and not have destroyed coverage for the rest. we should remember obamacare is not free health care - it

Re: [MBZ] Oil Thread

2014-04-05 Thread Larry T
Your choice will be fine IMO - but you might consider Amsoil products. I switched to it in my 911 and 91 300D last year and have been happy with it. the analysis numbers look good and like you, I watch the idle oil pressure and use that as an indication of how things are going, oil wise. wi

[MBZ] Fwd: Unintentional Loop at Takeoff on a Carrier- - -

2014-03-31 Thread Larry T
This is an incredible piece of flying!Enjoy -- Sincerely, LarryT *Unintentional Loop at Takeoff on a Carrier- - -* Please read this text before watching the video; F-35 unintentional loop at takeoff on a carrier. This guy clearly has brass, and you know the s

Re: [MBZ] New Diesels available in the US now:

2014-03-25 Thread Larry T
I assume the price of Diesel is due to less refineriescommitted to making diesel? Which I assume is because of the difficulty getting construction and operating permits? Sincerely, Larry On 3/25/2014 11:50 AM, Gary Hurst wrote: if i had the coin, i'd get two VW tdi's. a bug convertible and

Re: [MBZ] Adobe & MS (OT)

2014-03-23 Thread Larry T
There are places that will retrieve data from dead HDs - for a price (of course). It all depends on the value you place on the time required to recreate the lost work ... Sincerely, Larry On 3/22/2014 10:33 AM, Peter Frederick wrote: DO NOT USE iPHOTO under any circumstances. You can just c

Re: [MBZ] I'm back in Miami

2014-03-23 Thread Larry T
There has also been a problem with crime on board some ships - being foreign flagged and with foreign nationals involved it makes finding guilty parties difficult. Also, the Captain is ultimately in charge of all legal investigations making things difficult - especially in major crimes. Sin

Re: [MBZ] Gary Hurst

2014-03-23 Thread Larry T
Very good suggestion! So, did you escape the hospital or did they release you? ;-) Sincerely, Larry On 3/21/2014 10:48 PM, OK Don wrote: One of my early jobs was as an aide at the local State mental hospital. I learned a LOT there, but one of the most useful things was taught us in orientat

Re: [MBZ] Electrics

2014-03-23 Thread Larry T
You wrote "nothing new can be innovated or invented. " - the new head of the US Patent office said something very similar in the 20s. It's still wrong... Sincerely, Larry On 3/21/2014 9:06 PM, Mountain Man wrote: nothing new can be innovated or invented.

Re: [MBZ] People are generally holding on

2014-03-23 Thread Larry T
people are becoming pretty we informed about the big Oil profit being around 3%. Lower than virtually all other industries. The people really raking the money via gas sales is the government - state and Federal! Sincerely, Larry On 3/21/2014 8:58 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: Most of our "forei

Re: [MBZ] People are generally holding on

2014-03-21 Thread Larry T
I suspect the state will want to tax gas/diesel powered vehicles the same way. Since they never get rid of programs/taxes they will double tax those drivers buying gas and diesel fuels. Sincerely, Larry On 3/20/2014 8:54 PM, clay wrote: Go after the eco car idiots at annual tag update or for

Re: [MBZ] OT Coleman Stove

2014-03-20 Thread Larry T
IIRC those stoves use Denatured Alcohol - which I am told differs from Rubbing Alcohol (the 2 are not interchangeable) by the rubbing type containing oils. The denatured alcohol contains no oils. Because there are no oils in the coleman fuel there is nothing to break down and damage burners

Re: [MBZ] People are generally stupid

2014-03-19 Thread Larry T
that's part of the loop we're in now - the hippies of the 60s have been teachers for 20 years filling heads full of mush with more mush. After teaching for a while the hippies decide to really d damage and decide to become politicians where they find there is a pot at the end of the rainbow wh

[MBZ] re Should read - Powder Coating Parts WAS ** Powder Parts **

2014-03-18 Thread Larry T
Oops! -- Sincerely, Larry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

[MBZ] Powder Parts

2014-03-18 Thread Larry T
Hi Gang, Several years ag I bought a Powder Coating Kit from the Eastwood Company. Over the last couple of days i was finally able to test it. The kit came with a gun (you provide the air supply - but a tank will work for small jobs), a electrical converter box and instructions.I don

Re: [MBZ] Next Shoe, Was: Go Go TSA!

2014-03-18 Thread Larry T
even taken your blood pressure, you would think a mistake had been made. Not so. Here's a description of what's going on: http://www.tampabay.com/news/health/florida-trauma-centers-charge-outrageous-fees-the-moment-you-come-through/2169148 On 3/16/2014 4:11 PM, Larry T wrote:

Re: [MBZ] People are generally stupid

2014-03-18 Thread Larry T
Randy, The condition of the infrastructure everywhere is pretty bad. We have relatively new highways with potholes and poorly done patches causing all kinds of vehicle damage. Suspension and wheel/tire damage was on the morning news a couple of days ago. They blamed the potholes - some

Re: [MBZ] hey WILTON

2014-03-16 Thread Larry T
Hi Wilton, is all that work the result of our severe winter weather this year or was it just a matter of regular maintenance catching up with you? Personally, I tend to put things off longer than I should until i have numerous things that need attention. I used to be better at doing st

Re: [MBZ] Diesel-less

2014-03-16 Thread Larry T
that;s good to know as we had thought about one of the TDI Passats. Anyone hear about the quality of the newer E class? Sincerely, Larry On 3/16/2014 9:59 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Well keep in mind they are not as heavy duty and robust as a mb diesel. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 16, 2014

Re: [MBZ] Next Shoe, Was: Go Go TSA!

2014-03-16 Thread Larry T
My son's doc still puts everything on paper. No computer records at all. He said if they are on paper the govt cannot compel him to provide the patient records to fed agencies. It's a lot more work for him as he hand writes each prescription where other docs push a button and repeat prescri

Re: [MBZ] Water Pump R&R 602-962 engine

2014-03-11 Thread Larry T
I'll have to get some. As it is now I'll probably replace the pump Thurs or Fri. Thanks for the suggestion- Sincerely, Larry On 3/10/2014 9:00 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: Larry T wrote: Yeah, good point. As far as being hard to remove-- I always use the non-hardening Permatex whi

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Running rough, hesitation...head gasket??

2014-03-10 Thread Larry T
Robert, you could do an Oil Analysis through me or elsewhere - I have operated youroil.net for about 15 years -- I will send you a sample Analysis report so you will see what you will get for about $20. If your report shows coolant in the oil you likely have a head gasket leak. OTOH, I be

Re: [MBZ] Water Pump R&R 602-962 engine

2014-03-10 Thread Larry T
Yeah, good point. As far as being hard to remove-- I always use the non-hardening Permatex which is much easier to remove than the rock hard Permatex! That stuff is terrible! Thanks- Sincerely, Larry On 3/9/2014 9:16 PM, OK Don wrote: I always use a sealant on old engines, figuring that t

Re: [MBZ] Water Pump R&R 602-962 engine

2014-03-09 Thread Larry T
nd? 1 gal? 2 G? Thanks - Sincerely, Larry On 3/9/2014 3:05 PM, clay wrote: You can probably slither around to get access, but taking the stuff out will allow you much better reach and ability to wrench. clay On Mar 9, 2014, at 10:34 AM, Larry T wrote: Howdy - I need to replace my wa

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

2014-03-09 Thread Larry T
ays looking for alternatives Sincerely, Larry On 3/9/2014 3:11 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: R129 (1997 SL500). Dan On Mar 9, 2014, at 1:23 PM, Larry T wrote: What MB was this installed in? Sincerely, Larry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search lis

[MBZ] Water Pump R&R 602-962 engine

2014-03-09 Thread Larry T
Howdy - I need to replace my water pump as it's leaking and starting to squeak. i read the WSM Procedure but ir seems they may be doing more than is needed - if someone who has done this on a 91 300D 602-962 engine, I'd really like to hear from you. The WSM called for removing the ra

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

2014-03-09 Thread Larry T
What MB was this installed in? Sincerely, Larry On 3/9/2014 9:47 AM, Dan Penoff wrote: Bought a Blaupunkt "Toronto" on Thursday for my last Amazon Prime item before my free membership expired. Saw a bunch of people over at Benzworld who had them and were pleased. The Blau was $169.99 shippe

Re: [MBZ] Rear brake lines

2014-03-09 Thread Larry T
will let it through... It was the same principle that someone suggested using vise grips would accomplish. As I squeezed the pliers the "teeth helped hold the bleeder and break it loose. Sincerely, Larry On 3/9/2014 10:37 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: Larry T wrote: Hi Gang, I finally r

Re: [MBZ] Rear brake lines

2014-03-08 Thread Larry T
That's what I was afraid was needed. Since I don't have one, and if I did, working under the car without a lift, holding a BF Flame close to the fuel tank means it's going to my Indy I think the rubber hoses are damaged internally which caused the bleeding problems. SO for now I am pr

Re: [MBZ] Parts inquiry

2014-03-08 Thread Larry T
Man! That "While you're in there-itis" is really extreme! ;-) I keep running into that on my 91 300D. BTW, the rear suspension pickup points have a place that seems susceptible to rusting - is there a easy fix? i can send photos if the above is too vague... Sincerely, Larry On 3/8/201

[MBZ] Rear brake lines

2014-03-08 Thread Larry T
Hi Gang, I finally removed the passenger rear side bleeder valve today, i had written in the past about them being rounded off by a PO who muct be congratulating himself on being able to save a few bucks by making do with those pliers for every nut and bolt in the car! Thank you so much

Re: [MBZ] I would sure love to know what the hell this guy is talking about

2014-03-06 Thread Larry T
sounds like a bunch of wankers... ;-) Sincerely, Larry On 3/5/2014 12:35 PM, G Mann wrote: Is that the V8 turbo diesel wanker engine I've heard so little about... ;)) But... does the air blow cold? And what kind of oil does it run on now, cooking oil? Not the car for me.. the ex-wife never c

Re: [MBZ] Norwegian Air Shuttle Scheme

2014-03-05 Thread Larry T
IMO the auto industry is close to being totally government mandated, That's why all cars look so much alike. We'll never give another Colin Chapman (Lotus) or Ferdinand Porsche (VW and Porsche) and many others the latitude to innovate. Everything must be cookie cutter and yet they still mus

Re: [MBZ] Gravity Bleeding Brakes

2014-03-04 Thread Larry T
kfully no snow or ice this time. When the predicted low is 40 or less, I've been plugging in the block heater on my E300, not because it needs help to start, but because I'm trying to reduce cold-start engine wear and get heat as soon as possible. -Max -Original Message----- From

Re: [MBZ] Gravity Bleeding Brakes

2014-03-03 Thread Larry T
Thanks, Max! Your method is the one I remember thinking was the was way I wanted to try. Thanks for the explanation ;-) I'll give it a try... I hope you're not in this severe cold weather? we're supposed to get down to 5F overnight - and my wife had to stay at the VA hospital bec

[MBZ] Gravity Bleeding Brakes

2014-03-02 Thread Larry T
Hello - I'd like to try the Gravity feed method but have lost the instructions -- can someone please provide link or directions? Thanks! -- Sincerely, Larry 91 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Un

Re: [MBZ] front Struts - 91 300D

2014-03-01 Thread Larry T
Thanks Peter -- Excellent description! I already have the rubber boot that covers the strut shaft - bought them a while back but I knew the difficulty I'd have compressing a strut in good condition and decided to wait. Plus I need to get the clamps to hold them n place. Are the clamps "Sp

Re: [MBZ] front Struts - 91 300D

2014-03-01 Thread Larry T
Thanks for the info - it sounds like the rubber upper mount is not part of the replacement Struts and must be bought separately. Yes, I will want to replace all needed to avoid R&R'ing the struts again. Fortunately my 91 is mostly rust free. Life time warranty?Hmmm I wonder what I have o

[MBZ] front Struts - 91 300D

2014-02-28 Thread Larry T
Howdy -- I am going to need front struts before too long. I noticed one of the front bushings was coming apart with the bottom 1/2 coming loose and sliding down the piston shaft. If I buy a strut like a Bilstein, do they usually come complete with the upper and lower bushings? Also, should

Re: [MBZ] transmission DIY rebuild

2014-02-27 Thread Larry T
speaking of mobil 1 ATF - when my rebuilt AT from SV was being installed, I called SV to confirm they thought it was better to ise M1 ATF. They said there was no reason to use it and suggested I use Dex-II instead - which I did. i had our local MB dealer do the AT fluid R&R at 24,000 miles

Re: [MBZ] transmission DIY rebuild

2014-02-25 Thread Larry T
I replaced the front (primary) pump in the AT of my '69 280 Sedan in the 70s. It req'd the tranny to be disassembled partially - i don't think I had to remove the clutch packs. But it's been a long time ago. Things went pretty well with my normal set of tools. The biggest problem (IMO) for

Re: [MBZ] transmission rebuild

2014-02-25 Thread Larry T
Ditto Sun Valley - I bought one for my 91 300D through Rusty - works great. I think the AT was around $1400 plus core and I paid a Trans Shop $550 to do the R&R. i think Enrique is on the high side... Sincerely, Larry On 2/25/2014 12:50 PM, kdwittne...@yahoo.com wrote: Ok so I am on a quixo

Re: [MBZ] OT: Thinset mortar and bricks

2014-02-24 Thread Larry T
Rich, On a similar note, the restored Williamsburg area has many walkways and paths. They did not want to be forced to constantly restore the paths which see a lot of foot traffic every year, or use something that was obviously ahead of its time. They ended up mixing Portland cement wit

Re: [MBZ] Ok, so what's the secret?

2014-02-24 Thread Larry T
Hi Rich, The mono arm has very limited range to lift away from the glass - that's why it can be a challenge to R&R the wipers ... Sincerely, Larry On 2/23/2014 9:50 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: I just replaced 2 wipers on the SD this afternoon. The old ones had 2 tabs to squeeze and they slid rig

Re: [MBZ] Ok, so what's the secret?

2014-02-22 Thread Larry T
No, I believe he has a new blade - his problem is the same I have on my W124 91 300D - the metal arm on the mono wiper does not lift off the windshield more than a few inches - to get the blade off the arm the blade must be rotated to as much as 90 degrees to get the bade to release from the ar

[MBZ] Govt in Action

2014-02-20 Thread Larry T
A large number of you will get a kick out of this * It's a slow day in the small town of Pumphandle and the streets are deserted. Times are tough, everybody is in debt, and everybody is living on credit. * A tourist visiting the area drives through town, stops at the motel, and lay

Re: [MBZ] Social Security and Obamacare

2014-02-20 Thread Larry T
.. On Thu, Feb 20, 2014 at 2:47 PM, Larry T wrote: I just had some insight into the world of our government in action - 1st i tried to create an account on SS DIsability website since I am currently receiving SSD. That failed when the auto response said they could not open an account with &

Re: [MBZ] Social Security and Obamacare

2014-02-20 Thread Larry T
Thanks Tim - Don't believe I put any freezes in place but I'll check - Sincerely, Larry On 2/20/2014 7:08 PM, Tim Crone wrote: On Feb 20, 2014 4:47 PM, "Larry T" wrote: That failed when the auto response said they could not open an account with 'that"

[MBZ] Social Security and Obamacare

2014-02-20 Thread Larry T
I just had some insight into the world of our government in action - 1st i tried to create an account on SS DIsability website since I am currently receiving SSD. That failed when the auto response said they could not open an account with 'that" SS number - which i have had continuously since

Re: [MBZ] slow day

2014-02-20 Thread Larry T
I have also been suggesting my customers use Paypal rather than CC service. I changed CC processors a couple of years ago to Authorize.net which charges a $160. fee/year for something called PCI compliance. It's basically me competing a questionaire telling them how I keep my customers' CC in

Re: [MBZ] W140 coupes

2014-02-13 Thread Larry T
I saw a early W140 Diesel on CraigsList in Norfolk - I asked if the engine had been repaired/replaced yet but so far he has not answered. That usually means he doesn't want to answer or it's sold. not that I have the money to care for one anyway... Sincerely, Larry On 2/12/2014 7:44

Re: [MBZ] Shifting problems -- bushing tool

2014-02-12 Thread Larry T
buyeuroparts.com has them for $0.69 each. Buy a bunch & sell them on ebay for $50! :-) Where did you get the $50 price from? Sincerely, Larry On 2/11/2014 7:37 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Um, huh?! The shifter bushings for lets say my 240D are $50 each? Sent from my iPhone $50 from fats? Cheape

Re: [MBZ] Vehicle diesel and Kerosene - Compatible?

2014-02-12 Thread Larry T
;seasoned" wood can mean anything from "split last week" to "kept under cover 9 months" neither of which is really acceptable. -Curt Date: Tue, 11 Feb 2014 13:38:28 -0500 From: Larry T To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Vehicle diesel and Kerosene - Compatibl

Re: [MBZ] Power Steering Fluid

2014-02-11 Thread Larry T
Thanks Gary - ;-) Sincerely, Larry On 2/9/2014 8:42 PM, Gary Hurst wrote: that's just the old school ATF in a PS bottle. i'd happily use it in a W124 On Sun, Feb 9, 2014 at 8:35 PM, Larry T wrote: Hi All, I have a liter of Hydraulic Fluid I bought either from Rusty or the

[MBZ] Vehicle diesel and Kerosene - Compatible?

2014-02-11 Thread Larry T
Hi all, we are expecting a big storm tomorrow evening and previous storms left us without power for as much as 12 days. with the current cold weather I am concerned about keeping the house warm. we have a wood stove insert and are getting a load of wood this afternoon as a potential bac

Re: [MBZ] Shifting problems

2014-02-11 Thread Larry T
, at the very least just as good as M1. Sincerely, Larry On 2/11/2014 10:20 AM, Craig wrote: On Tue, 11 Feb 2014 06:49:08 -0500 Larry T wrote: My impression was you were talking about a manual gearbox - is ATF spec'd for manny trannys? most use engine oil but I've never owned

Re: [MBZ] Alzheimer's Eye Test sent to me by a "friend"

2014-02-11 Thread Larry T
me too. I wonder if there's any accuracy in this test.? (hope none) Sincerely, Larry On 2/10/2014 2:10 AM, Hendrik and Fay wrote: Yup I got that oldtimers disease. Henry who was going to write something here but can't remember what it was On 10/02/14 17:11, arche...@embarqmail.com wrote

Re: [MBZ] Shifting problems

2014-02-11 Thread Larry T
My impression was you were talking about a manual gearbox - is ATF spec'd for manny trannys? most use engine oil but I've never owned a manny MB Sincerely, Larry On 2/10/2014 6:57 PM, dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: Any drawbacks to the M1 ATF? Sent from my iPhone On Feb 10, 2014, at 6:11

[MBZ] ko

2014-02-10 Thread Larry T
I have found Gary's prices beat the others - plus if you have a question about various parts manufacturers you get a quick and informed answer. ;-) Sincerely, Larry On 2/10/2014 1:58 PM, arche...@embarqmail.com wrote: I got a note from Gary saying 2 door strikers were on the way at a cost of

Re: [MBZ] re Brake Bleeder Valve removal dave3u9a

2014-02-10 Thread Larry T
did it work on the 107 with ABS? Sincerely, Larry On 12/26/2013 9:55 AM, Dieselhead wrote: Worked on 123 without and 126 with. I am fixin ta do it on a 107 with ABS Does the gravity (Issac Newton method is what we called it here in OK) work with anti-lock brake systems? I was under the imp

[MBZ] Power Steering Fluid

2014-02-09 Thread Larry T
Hi All, I have a liter of Hydraulic Fluid I bought either from Rusty or the MB dealer several years ago. It's FEBI (Bilstein) # 08972 and it says it is to be used for Specs; MB 236.3, Dexron II, Voith 55-6335, (Standard Drain) & ZF TE - ML 09, 11, 14A, 03D, 04D & 17k. Does anyone kno

Re: [MBZ] Stuck bolt removers

2014-02-09 Thread Larry T
DO you know what size is in the 5 pc set of either the 394001 or the 394002? I couldn't find that in the specs/description... Sincerely, Larry On 1/15/2014 3:13 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: To help with the stuck line nuts on my S210's rusted out hydraulic line, I bought Irwin bolt remover sets 394

Re: [MBZ] Backfiring

2014-02-08 Thread Larry T
A vacuum leak can also cause that -- check the exhaust & Intake manifolds for tightness and look for any gasket damage (seeing gasket damage is unlikely, but you never know) .. A loose manifold can sometimes work ok until it warms up... then it leaks, loses power and backfires - often on decel

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bilateral Knee Replacement

2014-02-07 Thread Larry T
to:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Larry T Sent: Monday, December 16, 2013 3:34 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Bilateral Knee Replacement Hi Greg, Yeah, recovering strength can be tough - but some people tend to delay surgery too long and once the limping get

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