[MBZ] Any Ideas?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

What's wrong with this one? I'm going to go check it out on Thursday. I'm 
thinking the shop screwed up something with the glow plug wiring. Any known 
issues with these W211 cars?

https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/glen-ellyn-2008-mercedes-benz-320/7739883514.html

Rick
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[MBZ] FBMP A Rant

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Okay, so BIL is in Florida, so I figured I'd look for a car to have shipped to 
the rust belt. Found a W210 two hours after it was listed. Cool. Message the 
guy, no response. Just checked again, found the car relisted (twice), responded 
to both ads, still no response. Grr.

I have messaged others locally about other things, and been ghosted. Whenever I 
do get a response, even "It's been sold", I reply with plenty of gratitude.

Has the general population's IQ declined so much that people can't even respond 
to an inquiry? WTF? If you really don't want to sell the car or whatever, don't 
list it.

My distain for humanity is becoming more profound daily.

Rick
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Re: [MBZ] 99 210 with 1234 shfiter stuck in park

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Mine is a newer facelift model, but I couldn't shift out of park one time. My 
issue was the brake light switch. There are two sets of contacts in it, one for 
the lights, and one as an input to the computer.  Also there is a manual 
override to get it out of park. Mine is a 2000 so this may not apply. Still 
doesn't explain your no crank situation though.

Rick

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[MBZ] OT Computer security issues

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https://market-ticker.org/akcs-www?post=250987

Rick
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Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

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Yeah. It's a bit rusty.

Rick

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Sent: Thursday, March 21, 2024 6:46:30 PM
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

I saw that. Not sure I want to take it on.

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>
> Get on your Ludmilla account and buy this.
>
> https://www.facebook.com/groups/W123NA/permalink/7324500287616647/
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> If you decide you don't want it, I'll come and pick it up the end of May.
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[MBZ] Hey Kaleb

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Get on your Ludmilla account and buy this.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/W123NA/permalink/7324500287616647/

If you decide you don't want it, I'll come and pick it up the end of May.

Rick
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Re: [MBZ] Time v Mileage

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You dodged a speeding ticket or three on that one.


Rick

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Sent: March 19, 2024 2:13 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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Cc: d...@penoff.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Time v Mileage

Can’t. Someone else owns it now.

-D

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> wrote:
>
>> Of course, Mrs. Dan’s car has no need for winding up.
>
> Need to give her the key to the CL600.
>
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Re: [MBZ] Time v Mileage

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> Of course, Mrs. Dan’s car has no need for winding up.

Need to give her the key to the CL600.


Rick
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Re: [MBZ] OT - Now THAT’S a Retirement Party!

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> I want to quietly slip out the back way on my last day. Or even better, the 
> day before.

Yep.

Hey. Where's the old guy?
Um, I think he retired.

Rick
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Re: [MBZ] Sidewall Musings

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It's a truck. I suspect that Porsche Cayennes don't handle like a Panamerica, 
although I haven't driven one.

Rick

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Sent: Friday, March 1, 2024 7:47:43 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com 
Cc: dan penoff.com 
Subject: [MBZ] Sidewall Musings

I’ve noticed when I drive the ML550 (W164) aggressively, especially in turns, 
it seems unstable, like the sidewalls aren’t holding up well, or they’re 
breaking down and allowing the tire to “roll”.

The car has stock Michelins on it, so they’re not cheap or low quality tires. I 
haven’t checked the date codes on them yet, but I will in the morning.

I’m just wondering if what I’m experiencing is normal, and maybe just a center 
of gravity thing, as the CG is pretty high up on these things.

Thoughts?

-D
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Re: [MBZ] 2006 Lexus LS 430 with 126 K miles on Cars 'n Bids

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Last year of the LS430. The most overbuilt Toyota ever produced.


Rick

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Subject: [MBZ] 2006 Lexus LS 430 with 126 K miles on Cars 'n Bids

Why the bidding fervor for an 18 year old non-Mercedes luxury sedan with
over 100K miles?  I don't get it.
https://carsandbids.com/auctions/9AyAEMWA/2006-lexus-ls-430
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Re: [MBZ] What could go wrong??

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Here's a video. I didn't watch it, but it should give you enough insight to 
make an informed decision.
https://youtu.be/D0ubJ_QWlG8?si=YwnEJaP2KfxTk7lg

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Subject: [MBZ] What could go wrong??

Gym buddy has a 2014 Audi A5 coupe. Timing belt broke, engine toasted. He knows 
I work on my own cars, offered to pay me to do an engine swap. It’s always been 
my policy to not work on other people’s cars but he offered to source the 
engine and pay for my time. How hard could it be?
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Re: [MBZ] Carfax/Autocheck report request

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Not valid

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Sent: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 11:02:56 AM
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Subject: [MBZ] Carfax/Autocheck report request

Would appreciate if someone can run the following VIN for me:
WDBDB25DXGA275988
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Re: [MBZ] remove sludge from w123 diesel

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Black oil is to be expected. It's the nature of a diesel. Perhaps Mobil 1 is 
not as high quality of an oil as it once was. If you do use a flush product, I 
would probably pull the lower pan after draining the oil to make darn sure 
there is no chunks of sludge that will plug the oil screen.

Here is a flush product that is allegedly very good. I've never used it. Follow 
the instructions to a T.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07TK1BH1D/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_6?smid=A1EGOV5KZD8TMZ=1

I would probably use this though, just because it's from Germany.

https://www.amazon.com/Liqui-Moly-2037-Pro-Line-Engine/dp/B00CR3RXTO/?tag=drive09e6-20

Rick



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Subject: [MBZ] remove sludge from w123 diesel

Good Afternoon!
When I was adjusting the valves last fall I was surprised to see that there
seemed to be a slight build-up of sort of gummy oil around the valves.  Was
not terrible but I could understand why it might not want to drain out in
an oil change.

I have heard some conflicting advice on using sludge removal on these
engines and was curious if anyone had any advice on this.  There are some
products from Liqui Moly that look interesting. It explains why my oil goes
black instantly after an oil change.  I have had the car for over 15 years
and it had only 68kmi when I got it.  I have used synthetic oil since I got
it, mostly Mobil 1 15-50.

Thanks in advance!

Dan Elliott - Philadelphia area
1982 300D turbo 189kmi
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Re: [MBZ] Back to 124 Daily Driver

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Dan,

Traditionally this is the slowest time of year for shipping. Package volume 
falls by 30-40 % over peak volume. This past peak was above average, but I've 
seen times when volume was overwhelming. This past year was not. Current volume 
is down perhaps 20-25% from the same time last year. That is a guesstimate, but 
I believe it is accurate.
Remember, UPS makes most of its' ground profit from business to business 
commerce. Home deliveries are less profitable and more of a PITA. Note also 
that where I work is a consolidation hub. It is financially more prudent to 
close or curtail operations somewhere else and route that volume through here. 
They are doing that.


Take from this what you will.

My take?
Save your money, get out of debt.
A recession is eminent.
We (as a country) will have a better view of what's happening by the third 
quarter. I *think* interest rates are not coming down soon, so .


Rick


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Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2024 12:12:51 PM
To: Okie Benz 
Cc: dan penoff.com 
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Back to 124 Daily Driver

Rick,

Do you think this is the case considering that I would expect shipping volume 
in the first quarter to be the lowest on an annual basis? Just curious, and 
thanks so much for sharing!

-D

> On Feb 14, 2024, at 10:43 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
>
>> We are in a 123 bubble right now that I suspect will be bursting at any 
>> moment.
>
> Several bubbles are getting ready to pop. I have not seen shipping volumes 
> this low in twenty years.
>
> Rick
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Re: [MBZ] Back to 124 Daily Driver

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> We are in a 123 bubble right now that I suspect will be bursting at any 
> moment.

Several bubbles are getting ready to pop. I have not seen shipping volumes this 
low in twenty years.

Rick

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Re: [MBZ] Ok all you (mercedes) refrigerator experts

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

If it's the coil freezing over, replace the thermistor on the coil in back of 
the freezer. It's for the defrost.
https://youtu.be/RoMCTAzlVW8?si=z0qtaoSlZDf5u8uw

Rick

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Cc: macj...@aol.com
Subject: [MBZ] Ok all you (mercedes) refrigerator experts

Folks,

So I have a fairly new … don’t see a date 25 cuft GE bottom freezer drawer 
refrigerator/ freezer.  I’ve had it 2-3 years. Current problem is it’s pretty 
warm in the refrigerator  top part … like 50+ degrees and all is normal cold in 
the freezer.

I think this happened a few years ago and we  thawed it completely  for a 
couple of days and it came back to life.

I’m about to do the same but I wonder if any of you have any ideas or 
experience on this GE model ?

Thanks

Xx rick

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Re: [MBZ] Dirt cheap '87 turbo on BAT

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> Read the comments. Seller told the high bidder that the price was too
cheap and reneged on the deal.

What a dick.

Rick
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Re: [MBZ] W210 Crankshaft Position Sensor - 1998 E320 Wagon

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> Amazing what driving in the Tri-State area (Chicago) can do to a car, even 
> though it was kept clean. Rick knows this all too well, I’m sure.

Yep. A heated garage just catalyzes the rusting process.


Rick
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Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

That Alex kid posted a 560Sel with heated and reclining rear seats that needs 
an engine. He wanted $2k. I should've took a screenshot.


Rick

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Cc: ka...@striplin.net
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

What am I supposed to see? Doesn’t pull up anything.

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> On Jan 27, 2024, at 6:04 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes  
> wrote:
>
> Check your Gertrude or Matilda account on FB.
>
> https://m.facebook.com/story.php/?id=1444767035590031_fbid=7107048689361809
>
>
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[MBZ] Hey Kaleb

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Check your Gertrude or Matilda account on FB.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php/?id=1444767035590031_fbid=7107048689361809


Rick
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Re: [MBZ] NO BLACK DEATCH HERE - 2006 E320 CDI - $5,600

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Not bad, I DETEST darkly tinted windows.
Old man eyes, astigmatism, beginning cataracts, whatever. I can't stand them. I 
understand the reasoning for them in say Arizona or Florida, but it doesn't 
change my sentiment.


Rick

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Sent: January 27, 2024 10:26 AM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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Cc: astr...@fastmail.fm
Subject: [MBZ] NO BLACK DEATCH HERE - 2006 E320 CDI - $5,600

Might be a reasonable deal for a well-cared-for car. I'm not crazy about the 
interior color but not a deal breaker.

https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/mount-prospect-2006-mercedes-benz-e320/7711729153.html


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Re: [MBZ] 2011 Mercedes C300 4 Matic Check Engine Light Code Question

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I suspect the oil pressure code is the generic interpretation of P0522.

Rick

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Sent: January 20, 2024 6:20 PM
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Cc: rkmerce...@aol.com
Subject: [MBZ] 2011 Mercedes C300 4 Matic Check Engine Light Code Question

Hi,
   I am getting the following Check Engine Code on a 2011 Mercedes C300 4Matic 
using a "BlueDriver" Code Reader:

1 ME - Motor electronics ''ME97'' for combustion engine

P0522

PRESENT

The charge movement flap (cylinder bank 1) has a malfunction. (attached readout)


The car does have an issue with the intake manifold flap that I am working on 
now.  My question is that when I look up the Code P0522 for more information I 
get the following:

DIAGNOSTIC CODE P0522: ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR/SWITCH LOW INPUT
Apparently the "Code Number" is wrong on my Blue Driver code reader.  I tried 
contacting "BlueDriver" customer service but have gotten no response.
Any idea what the proper code number is for "The charge Movement flap (Cylinder 
bank 1) has a malfunction"?
Thanks,Bob K
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Re: [MBZ] Insanity is an understatement

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>  If I had a $100k budget to throw away on any car I wanted, I would be 
> looking for an original Acura NSX.

Surprisingly, there are a lot of people that bought those cars and daily drove 
them.


Rick
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Re: [MBZ] Insanity is an understatement

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Another big payday for Dean Laumbach.

Time to offload some of that old iron Kaleb.


Rick

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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Insanity is an understatement

F’n insane at minimum. Money laundering scheme?

--FT
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> On Jan 20, 2024, at 4:45 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes 
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> 300TD on BAT.
> https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1982-mercedes-benz-300td-turbo-41/
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Re: [MBZ] I’m selling it for way cheaper than the actual value so please keep lowballs away. 2006 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 500 4MATIC Sedan 4D,$3,900

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

On 1/19/24 9:57 AM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote:
> An S class with 4matic and a nice color for that price? What's not to
> like?
>

It's powered by a 2006 M273. That's what's not to like.

https://www.mercedesmedic.com/check-my-mercedes-benz-for-balance-shaft-issue-by-vin-m272273/

https://blog.fcpeuro.com/the-definitive-guide-to-the-mercedes-m272-and-m273-engines


Rick
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Re: [MBZ] Changing Oil on My W163

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This thing? I've heard they work well. I've never tried one.

https://www.fumotousa.com/cars-pickups-mercedes-benz-2004-ml350-3-7l-v6


Rick

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Sent: January 18, 2024 5:28 PM
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Subject: [MBZ] Changing Oil on My W163

Even though the seller said on purchase day that the oil had recently been 
changed, I figured I’d change it, post long trip, and I’d have a baseline.
As I looked at the drain plug orientation I saw that the odds were great that 
the oil would drain out and get on front end parts and stuff. Long story short, 
I was right.
I know on my Dodge my dad had a quarter turn lockable handled spigot installed 
(instead of the drain plug) that directed the oil downward vice jetting out 
onto stuff.
Is there a know lockable handle spigot thingie that anyone has used in this 
application?

AZBob

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Re: [MBZ] I am watching a utuber vid

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https://youtu.be/AQ48nrvcsUs?si=CzKQsmIjNfg4oIFl


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: January 16, 2024 8:45 PM
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] I am watching a utuber vid

Huh?

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> On Jan 16, 2024, at 8:24 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
>
> By PierreH recounting his arguments with Dr Booth about which is the best MB 
> diesel engine.
>
> --FT
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Re: [MBZ] Battery Conservation Convenience Functions Not Available

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Sounds convoluted, but I can order one from Amazon and ship it to you when it 
comes.


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: January 16, 2024 2:34 PM
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Cc: astr...@fastmail.fm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Battery Conservation Convenience Functions Not Available

I wish there was a dealer closer to me for stuff like this. I'm not driving 70 
miles one-way to buy a battery.

If I use the contact form for mbpartsource.com would they be able to ship me 
one even though the website lists it as "not for sale" ?

I don't do Amazon.


On Tue, Jan 16, 2024, at 13:05, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> My dealer parts guy says they have tons of them, they replace a lot of them.
>
> Not sure why FCP’s price is so stupid. Maybe they don’t want to sell
> them? REV Parts (MB web parts front end) won’t list them since it’s a
> battery.
>
> -D

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Re: [MBZ] 2002 Mercedes, E320 4-matic

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> These take only premium fuel?

You can probably get by with mid grade, maybe regular if you don't drive hard 
all the time.


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Re: [MBZ] 1998 E320 Wagon - Engine Electronics - Check Engine

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Are the motor mounts good?
I had an issue with the engine vibrating due to mounts and it would cause an 
intermittent miss, probably with the coils or wires.


Rick

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Sent: January 16, 2024 1:42 PM
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Cc: d...@penoff.com
Subject: [MBZ] 1998 E320 Wagon - Engine Electronics - Check Engine

Oldest son just reported this alert in his IC display as well as poor 
performance when accelerating. We’ll get it on DAS first thing tomorrow morning 
to get the details, but I suspect a bad coil. A quick search of BanzWhirled and 
other such venues didn’t yield much.

If anyone has suggestions or things to look for, I’m all ears!

Thanks!

-D
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[MBZ] Okie Acres PA

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https://m.facebook.com/marketplace/item/24095841023397617/?ref=newsfeed

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Re: [MBZ] OT: Okie EVs

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> Also, school busses are not currently noted for catching on fire.

What are the chances of roasting a busload of chilluns due to a
minor accident? (Road hazard staking the battery pack?)
Wouldn't take many of those to Hindenburg the entire concept,
and any/everyone who voted for it.

Hmm. Interesting that you should mention that.
Uncle Tony's Garage just put out a video on the very subject. He makes some 
very good points.

https://youtu.be/GXFPxv7LOlg

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Re: [MBZ] W163 License Plate Fasteners FUBAR

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This looks like the way. You have to remove the hatch panel though.

https://youtu.be/4Fft6_kngdU


Rick

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Sent: January 7, 2024 4:37 PM
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Cc: rickkno...@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] W163 License Plate Fasteners FUBAR

If they are rivet nuts, you'll have to chisel the outside lip so that it can be 
pushed through. Get some touch up paint to clean up any damage and pop in new 
ones with this tool.

https://hftools.com/app58078

Oh and remove the hatch panel to retrieve the old ones when the rattling gets 
to you.

Or, just use two bolts and call it good.


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: January 7, 2024 2:08 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: azbob...@gmail.com
Subject: [MBZ] W163 License Plate Fasteners FUBAR

Two of the four license plate fasteners on my ML350 have the bolts broken off 
in them. Not sure I can get them out with an easy out thing. And one of them is 
pretty buggered up and I doubt that a new bolt could go in there even if I get 
this broken one out.
Is it possible to get in there and just replace everything?

AZBob

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Re: [MBZ] W163 License Plate Fasteners FUBAR

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

If they are rivet nuts, you'll have to chisel the outside lip so that it can be 
pushed through. Get some touch up paint to clean up any damage and pop in new 
ones with this tool.

https://hftools.com/app58078

Oh and remove the hatch panel to retrieve the old ones when the rattling gets 
to you.

Or, just use two bolts and call it good.


Rick

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Sent: January 7, 2024 2:08 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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Cc: azbob...@gmail.com
Subject: [MBZ] W163 License Plate Fasteners FUBAR

Two of the four license plate fasteners on my ML350 have the bolts broken off 
in them. Not sure I can get them out with an easy out thing. And one of them is 
pretty buggered up and I doubt that a new bolt could go in there even if I get 
this broken one out.
Is it possible to get in there and just replace everything?

AZBob

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Re: [MBZ] What is the photographic trick? 2011 Mercedes-Benz e-class, $7, 000

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F stop. Depth of field. Not sure if you can do it on a phone camera, but any 
DSLR will do it.


Rick

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Sent: January 4, 2024 9:31 AM
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Cc: buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com
Subject: [MBZ] What is the photographic trick? 2011 Mercedes-Benz e-class, $7, 
000

To get just the car to pop out of the background?  Is it processed? Nice car

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3364701287116632

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Re: [MBZ] Time for a dash cam

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

And one more, just because.

https://youtu.be/lzdxCOvPq5Q?si=PhcCFGNqs-HCtC3c


Rick

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Sent: December 29, 2023 3:46 PM
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Cc: rickkno...@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Time for a dash cam

I watched a review of several dash cams a while ago and they all use the same 
imaging sensor for the most part.

https://youtu.be/4AnyhHl3_tE

A newer video.

https://youtu.be/zcyaVWOiCwY


Rick

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Sent: December 29, 2023 3:10 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; davesl...@okiebenz.com
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Cc: ka...@striplin.net
Subject: [MBZ] Time for a dash cam

On the way back toward Tulsa from OKC earlier today on the interstate where the 
speed limit is 80, we had a guy in a pickup pulling a 2 car trailer. He was in 
the left lane rather than where he should be in the right. I had to move to the 
right lane to pass him after waiting for him to finally pass a line of cars. As 
I am about half way up his trailer on his right, he proceeds to come over into 
my lane with no warning or signal. I lay on the horn to alert him to his 
mistake. I would have assumed he was not paying attention but he continued over 
so I had no choice but to hit the shoulder. Now, him being in the right lane I 
proceeded to pass him on the left. Again, he did the exact same thing. At this 
point it is clear he is intentionally trying to either run me off the road he 
cause an accident. Now he is in the left and I try passing on the right again, 
same thing. This guy tried to run me off for a 3rd time. By this point I had 
the wife call the highway patrol to report him, his vehicle tag and 
description. I slowed way down to fall way behind and observed he attempted the 
same with a couple of other cars.

This is a prime example of needing a dash cam. This seems like the perfect 
scenario of my word against his without video proof.

This has been discussed before, but anyone have specific examples of units they 
recommend, or what I should look for?  I’m assuming the best approach would be 
to snake a wire around the trim up under the dash and wire it to the cig 
lighter? Or is there somewhere in the dome light area that has a key on 12 volt 
source? What about a rear camera?


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Re: [MBZ] Time for a dash cam

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

I watched a review of several dash cams a while ago and they all use the same 
imaging sensor for the most part.

https://youtu.be/4AnyhHl3_tE

A newer video.

https://youtu.be/zcyaVWOiCwY


Rick

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Sent: December 29, 2023 3:10 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; davesl...@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: ka...@striplin.net
Subject: [MBZ] Time for a dash cam

On the way back toward Tulsa from OKC earlier today on the interstate where the 
speed limit is 80, we had a guy in a pickup pulling a 2 car trailer. He was in 
the left lane rather than where he should be in the right. I had to move to the 
right lane to pass him after waiting for him to finally pass a line of cars. As 
I am about half way up his trailer on his right, he proceeds to come over into 
my lane with no warning or signal. I lay on the horn to alert him to his 
mistake. I would have assumed he was not paying attention but he continued over 
so I had no choice but to hit the shoulder. Now, him being in the right lane I 
proceeded to pass him on the left. Again, he did the exact same thing. At this 
point it is clear he is intentionally trying to either run me off the road he 
cause an accident. Now he is in the left and I try passing on the right again, 
same thing. This guy tried to run me off for a 3rd time. By this point I had 
the wife call the highway patrol to report him, his vehicle tag and 
description. I slowed way down to fall way behind and observed he attempted the 
same with a couple of other cars.

This is a prime example of needing a dash cam. This seems like the perfect 
scenario of my word against his without video proof.

This has been discussed before, but anyone have specific examples of units they 
recommend, or what I should look for?  I’m assuming the best approach would be 
to snake a wire around the trim up under the dash and wire it to the cig 
lighter? Or is there somewhere in the dome light area that has a key on 12 volt 
source? What about a rear camera?


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Re: [MBZ] How is it I Have Never Seen This?

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To answer the question
"How is it I Have Never Seen This?"

FBMP search engine sucks.
It is quite possibly the worst platform for internet sales searching since Al 
Gore invented the internet.


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Re: [MBZ] 2004 W211 4-matic oddities

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Are all four tires the same size and brand?


Rick

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Sent: December 27, 2023 9:57 AM
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Cc: d...@bruckmann.com
Subject: [MBZ] 2004 W211 4-matic oddities

I'm in Toronto for a couple of weeks and have borrowed my brother's
crumbling 2004 W211 4-matic station wagon WDBUH82J95X170353 with 410,000 km
on it (about 255,000 miles).

When cold, on dry pavement, the drivetrain has a nasty habit of
slipping/grabbing when cruising along. Under aggressive acceleration
there's no issue, it's just when you're cruising or
accelerating/decelerating mildly. It's like a shudder, with the engine RPMs
bouncing up and down. Once warmed up it goes away.

Is this a conductor plate waiting to say goodbye, or something in the
4-matic? He says it has been doing this for years.

Also, imagine my delight in seeing that it's not just my ancient 1970s MBs
that leak at the top of the windshield!

D.
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Re: [MBZ] OT - Inkjet Printers for Home Use

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Hmm. How about a color laser printer under $300?

https://www.windowscentral.com/best-color-laser-printer-under-200


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Re: [MBZ] OT - Inkjet Printers for Home Use

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I'd probably get her a Brother BW laser printer and say oops.


Rick

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Sent: December 25, 2023 1:56 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: d...@penoff.com
Subject: [MBZ] OT - Inkjet Printers for Home Use

Mother-in-law asked me to get her an inkjet printer. I see this as a major 
concern, as we probably all know how poorly inkjet printers are when not used 
regularly. But, being that I’m a good son-in-law, I’ll see what I can do.

I’m partial to Epson and HP in that order. Epson has been doing inkjet on a big 
scale for decades, as has HP, but I have used professional Epson products for a 
while and as a result, I prefer them.

If you’ve got any direct experience with something that might do the trick, 
please share. I’m looking at sub-$100 stuff to give you some idea.

Thanks!

-D
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Re: [MBZ] Merry Christmas, Friends.

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Merry Christmas!


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[MBZ] An Honest EV Ad

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

For Dimitri, et al.

https://youtu.be/zRUg2NXmLd0


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Re: [MBZ] Bright idea

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

It's the future and it's here.

https://www.ford.com/support/how-tos/ford-technology/driver-assist-features/what-is-ford-bluecruise-hands-free-driving/

https://youtu.be/8SHeWcC2-34

Unfortunately, like all other e-nannies, we end up with less attentive, dumber 
drivers. ABS, adaptive cruise control, lane assist (DUI prevention package), 
hell even automatic transmissions, make for a dumbed down driver pool. Yes, I 
am glad the technology exists, but I don't NEED it.

Rick
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[MBZ] Quick Flip For Dan

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

To a FB moron?

https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/d/indian-rocks-beach-hot-offer-mercedes/7699838060.html


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Re: [MBZ] Attractive '83 240D on BAT

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> I have a couple of 240Ds with the same sort of mileage and the same sort of 
> condition.

Sort and sell. Get while the getting is good.


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Re: [MBZ] Total insanity. 1982 300D - $7,500

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To some, maybe.
To me, no.


Rick

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Sent: December 15, 2023 8:49 PM
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Subject: [MBZ] Total insanity. 1982 300D - $7,500

No way these are worth this kind of money are they?

https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/nashville-1982-mercedes-benz-300-td/7698084310.html
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Re: [MBZ] 2011 Mercedes C300 4Matic - Code 0522 Engine Oil Pressure Sensor

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"Permanent" coded are relatively new in autos. Perhaps the last 15 years. As 
you have observed, they are permanent. I would suspect it showed up due to lack 
of oil pressure after the oil and filter change. I'm not sure about Mercedes, 
but most domestic autos have a "flood mode" where you can depress the 
accelerator to the floor on cranking, and it won't signal for fuel or spark to 
be delivered.


Rick

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Sent: December 15, 2023 5:30 PM
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Subject: [MBZ] 2011 Mercedes C300 4Matic - Code 0522 Engine Oil Pressure Sensor

I just finished replacing all the coil packs and spark plugs on my daughter's 
2011 Mercedes C300 4Matic w/110K miles to fix a few misfire codes that came on 
(P0300, P0305 & P0306).  Job was fairly easy and the codes disappeared and the 
car runs great!
At the same time it was due an oil change so I did that too.  I change the oil 
every 3K and use Mobil 1 0W40.  There are no check engine lights but now a scan 
shows a "Permanent Code" P0522 - Engine Oil Pressure Sensor".  Being a 
"Permanent Code" I cannot clear it and see if it comes up again.
It is a bit of a coincidence that after changing spark plugs, coil packs and 
oil change that code shows up?
Any ideas of a possible cause and fix.  I used a BlueDriver Scanner if that 
makes a difference.
Thanks,Bob K

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[MBZ] Floyd, Kaleb, and Me

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Quite possibly a true picture.


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[MBZ] One For Kaleb

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

https://www.benzworld.org/threads/1999-w140-s420-for-sale.3132897/


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Re: [MBZ] O.T. What’s This Nonsense

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

> Many sellers on fb neglect to post the VIN. Why is that?

The same reason they don't respond to valid inquiries about what they have for 
sale.

Because they are stupid dumbasses.


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Re: [MBZ] O.T. What’s This Nonsense

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Scam. 
https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2018/10/steering-clear-vehicle-history-report-scams


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[MBZ] Wonder What's Wrong With It?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/cto/d/saint-petersburg-2009-mercedes-benz/7696083871.html


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Re: [MBZ] Another 2002 e320 wagon

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

It's throttle by wire. Probably the actuator, but if you don't want to shoot 
the parts cannon at it and pray, you'll need a good scan tool or Star System.


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: December 6, 2023 6:42 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: macj...@aol.com
Subject: [MBZ] Another 2002 e320 wagon

Folks

I was going to look at another e320 wagon 150k miles that I think a former list 
member has for cheap but he called it off … says it will idle fine but not take 
throttle which is actually the same problem I have with my Kia minivan …. I am 
about to replace the throttle position sensor on the Kia and the e320 guy was 
thinking the same about it

Opinions

Xx rick

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Re: [MBZ] UPS FCPEuro package delivered last night at 730P

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

It's peak season. Be grateful that it arrived.


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: December 6, 2023 10:35 AM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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Cc: buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com
Subject: [MBZ] UPS FCPEuro package delivered last night at 730P

yeah don't bring it to the porch just stick it on top of a car out
front. UPS is getting as bad as Fedex

Track to see delivery photo

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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Rotors Kaput?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

> Do you reckon it’s rotors or something to do with ABS maybe?

Never had a Honda, but I would guess ABS. Probably never had the fluid changed.

> I may have to become a contract teaching whore out at the old nuke plant to 
> repair the hole I made in my savings account.

I'm surprised you haven't done that sooner. Passing knowledge to the next 
generation(s) is probably the most valuable thing those of us that are passed 
the age of sixty can do. In five to ten years as boomers and old Gen x ers age 
out there will be a vast void of talent in the trades and specialty equipment 
operations. Do you want electricity and running water into your golden years? 
Train the next generation.

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[MBZ] FBMP

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

What the actual hell is wrong with Facebook Marketplace sellers? I found a car 
I want to check out, so I messaged the guy with an appropriate message (NOT "Is 
this still available).

No response.
I'll try again in a few hours.

Are people really this effing stupid?


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Re: [MBZ] OT MDB files

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

One thing to note. If an SSD is in use and power is lost, your data is probably 
going to be corrupted. Unless you are using an enterprise grade drive.


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Re: [MBZ] E320 MINT Condition 1999 - $2,950

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Front fenders are not color matched particularly well. That and no seat heaters 
means I'm not interested.


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: December 1, 2023 11:35 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: astr...@fastmail.fm
Subject: [MBZ] E320 MINT Condition 1999 - $2,950

"Elderly driven"

Perhaps the reason for the rebuilt title? And that's a lot of fresh Armor-All 
in the engine compartment.

https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/woodridge-mercedes-benz-e320-mint/7693440983.html
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Re: [MBZ] Good Price for the Miles I'd Say

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Reluctor (inductor, Hall effect?) Ring on the rear axles can rust and 
disintegrate causing an abs code. Simple to fix, but not easy.


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: November 30, 2023 11:14 AM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: azbob...@gmail.com
Subject: [MBZ] Good Price for the Miles I'd Say

Pictures leave an little to be desired:
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3484214268512097/

Be nice to be able to see the seats. Reckon the ABS/SRS light is the brake 
brain recall not ever done?

AZBob

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[MBZ] OT Medicare Questions

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Yes, I do realize the system will be bankrupt by 2025 or so. That doesn't stop 
time, and I will be sixty five soon. I am employed and have what would be 
considered a "Cadillac" health plan. I am in good health with reasonably good 
genes and no bad habits (i.e. no smoking, no alcohol, no illicit substances) I 
take supplements (vitamin d, ect.) but no medications. I almost feel guilty 
pecking that out on the screen.

Anyway, I am getting inundated with junk mail, and spam calls regarding 
Medicare. It is my understanding that I don't have to sign up, if I don't plan 
on retiring at 65, and I don't. Is that correct? Also, stay away from Medicare 
"Advantage" plans? What is an accurate resource to go for information?

Getting this correct, and not getting permanently screwed is important.


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Re: [MBZ] Oh boy I’m seriously thinking about it

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And you're not in the truck to haul it to Okie Acres yet?


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: November 18, 2023 1:06 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: ka...@striplin.net
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Oh boy I’m seriously thinking about it

Guy finally sent me additional photos. Holy hell this thing is clean. Anything 
stand out and wrong with it that I might be missing?  Perhaps I am biased due 
to the color. It’s got some miles on it so it has to have been well maintained.


[ADCreHc74ThvXNym2SjKE8vAkJGsG8jNvJd-FFq5emiOakFQ2CGM4_zHqdCnb2Q46J-DLwAqiE45zQ7fzMPeektTcc-SCQfXLFyOETHMlgdb4ND0bXz3Ldbk=w600-h315-p-k.jpeg]
1977 Mercedes-Benz 
240D
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On Nov 17, 2023, at 9:28 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes  
wrote:

First clue was when he described “vinyl seats”.

AZBob

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On Nov 17, 2023, at 7:56 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
 wrote:

I can tell the seller is a moron like all other Fakebook sellers.  Sent a 
message asking 3-4  basic questions and he responded answering one. I replied 
asking 1 question at a time. He has read the message but no response.


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On Nov 17, 2023, at 7:37 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes  
wrote:

Get off yur wallet and go get that beautiful thing.

AZBob

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On Nov 17, 2023, at 6:14 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
 wrote:

Believe it or not I would actually prefer it be auto.  If I do it I’m going to 
have to sell some cars to pay myself back.


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On Nov 17, 2023, at 7:12 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote:

Thinking ain’t doing!!! That’s gorgeous. You’ll kick yourself forever if you 
don’t get it

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On Nov 17, 2023, at 7:30 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
 wrote:

I’m thinking about it


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On Nov 17, 2023, at 6:17 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
 wrote:

Why aren’t you on your way? That is absolutely gorgeous! AND it’s a stick, too!

You need to snag that right now.

-D

On Nov 17, 2023, at 7:15 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
 wrote:

 Look at this post on Facebook 
https://www.facebook.com/share/frpyEN4VjNhetcMz/?mibextid=DVh5HV

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Re: [MBZ] What’s the going shop rate these days?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Pierre is over $180 an hour.

An independent "we fix any car" shop around Chicago is $150 an hour.

I suspect the insurance is expensive.

Rick

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Sent: November 18, 2023 9:54 AM
To: davesl...@okiebenz.com; mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: ka...@striplin.net
Subject: [MBZ] What’s the going shop rate these days?

What is the typical hourly rate now days for MB repair shops?

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Re: [MBZ] 4spd manual 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 d Sedan 4D,$2,500

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Yeah. I saw that one.



Rick

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Sent: November 18, 2023 8:58 AM
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Cc: buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com
Subject: [MBZ] 4spd manual 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 d Sedan 4D,$2,500

Euro version?  Looks quite decent for the money

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/841662857640449

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Re: [MBZ] Nice 140

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

It's an auction.


Rick

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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Nice 140

I didn't see the price.

On Fri, Nov 17, 2023 at 1:54 PM Donald Snook via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

>
> [image: 1995-mercedes-benz-s320.jpeg]
>
> 1995 Mercedes-Benz S320
> 
> raleighclassic.com
> 
> 
>
> Maybe a little boring in terms of colors, but sure is nice.
>
> Donald H. Snook
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Re: [MBZ] Crazy Widow

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

> Go for it, buddy, that would be great!

Just be really, really careful dealing with the seller. She’s got a hair 
trigger for some really weird stuff

I look like Moses. I'll probably scare her into thinking I'm the Second Coming 
or something.

This could be fun!


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[MBZ] CPS?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

This might be a deal.
https://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/d/winter-springs-2010-mercedes-gl350/7688498856.html


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Re: [MBZ] Crazy Widow

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

I'm going to be in Apopka for Thanksgiving. If you want I'll take a look and 
post a full report.


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: November 17, 2023 9:02 AM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: azbob...@gmail.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Crazy Widow

Well, if you go you had better be SERIOUS and watch out for the random 
lightning bolts.

AZBob

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> On Nov 17, 2023, at 7:42 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
>
> I’m sort of considering reconnecting with her and having a look. I’ve got 
> time next week I could go over there (Orlando) and check it out. Hmm.
>
> -D
>
>> On Nov 17, 2023, at 9:33 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>>
>> SHE'S BCK
>>
>> I'm thinking $3666 and we might have a deal.  And yeah the seat thing is 
>> very strange but maybe the fronts were trashed and these showed up at a 
>> knacker or something
>>
>> --FT
>>
>>> On 11/17/23 9:17 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
>>> Floyd and I have both interacted with this seller, who is a widow, very 
>>> religious, and seems to be mildly unhinged. She’s been trying to sell this 
>>> S600 for a year, easily, and at least she’s starting to show some sanity 
>>> with the price drop. For example, I asked about the interior color, as the 
>>> front seats look like they're a different color, and she went on a tirade 
>>> about if I was really serious I would come and see it, she wasn’t going to 
>>> answer any “silly” questions.
>>>
>>> 
>>> [00R0R_3EuqtwsSk5b_0lM0t2_600x450.jpg]
>>> 1996 Mercedes Benz S 600 for sale by owner - Apopka, FL - 
>>> craigslist
>>> orlando.craigslist.org
>>>
>>> -D
>>>
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[MBZ] BatteryMinder On Sale

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

For $20 at Northern Tool again.

https://www.northerntool.com/products/batteryminder-plus-battery-charger-trickle-charger-desulfator-12-volt-1-amp-model-12117tc-167981


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Re: [MBZ] ooooh luscious color -- 2000 Mercedes Benz E320 - $3, 000 (Arapahoe)

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Sadly, it doesn't have heated seats.


Rick

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Sent: November 8, 2023 2:43 PM
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Subject: [MBZ] h luscious color -- 2000 Mercedes Benz E320 - $3, 000 
(Arapahoe)

https://eastnc.craigslist.org/cto/d/arapahoe-2000-mercedes-benz-e320/7684850885.html

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Re: [MBZ] How do I get a reimbursement from UPS?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

I don't recall the amount that gets a package determined as "high value", but 
high value stuff gets handled with great care.
I think it's like a grand or something. Most folks don't insure past the 
hundred dollars, and wonder why their prized possession is smashed to bits. 

Rick


From: Curt Raymond 
Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:14 AM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Cc: Rick Knoble
Subject: Re: [MBZ] How do I get a reimbursement from UPS?

You're suggesting UPS wouldn't have "lost" it if they'd thought they'd actually 
have to pay the full amount it was worth?

-Curt




On Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at 07:11:38 PM EDT, Rick Knoble via Mercedes 
 wrote:





The shipper has to file the claim. UPS isn't particularly responsive to damage 
claims as it is.

https://jalopnik.com/how-ups-screwed-a-popular-youtube-car-guy-out-of-10-00-1738255686

In UPS' defense, in the above case had the shipper properly insured the engine, 
it would have arrived. It would have been quite expensive though, and people 
want to cheap out.

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Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 5:53:03 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List 
Cc: Craig 
Subject: [MBZ] How do I get a reimbursement from UPS?

I have asked around for suggestions on what to do about my eBay/UPS
situation and have been told maybe going to the local UPS and talking
with the fellow in charge might help or taking UPS to small claims court.

Do you fellows have any other suggestions? Or maybe encouragement in what
I have already been told?

I bought an FJC R-134A dye/oil injector from an eBay seller at a very
good price, as shown in the first picture.

The seller shipped it via UPS.

UPS damaged the box, as shown in the second picture, and the smaller of
the two pieces which make up the injector fell out.

I contacted the UPS Damage Exception group at 1-800-742-5877 about the
damage and sent in the pictures they requested.

I contacted the seller via eBay's messaging system. The seller responded,
"Oh my. I'm sorry to hear this. I appreciate you contacting us. If
nothing gets resolved for you please let us know."

I contacted UPS some days later to find out what was going on and found
they had approved my claim a few days after I submitted it. They said
they had sent the seller some paperwork to fill out and when they
received it back, they would process the claim and issue the payment.
They apparently want the number of the account which sent the package.

I then again contacted the seller via eBay's messaging system and wrote,

Dear bluebutterfly81522,

I just called the UPS Damage Exception Group at 1-800-651-2352.
They said the claim was approved on 06 July. They said they are
waiting for you to fill out and send them the documents so they
can process and send out the reimbursement.

Are you able to fill out their documents and send the documents
to them?

When might you be able to do that?

I heard nothing. I called UPS; they heard nothing. I asked, "What happens
if the seller never returns the forms?" The lady replied, "Then the claim
will never be processed."

I then asked eBay to step in and help. Unfortunately, it was now after
the 30 days, so they would not refund my purchase price. I even went
through the "Report a Seller for a policy violation" process, and eBay
replied they had my report and would take care of things.

Several days ago, they sent me an email saying there had been no action
on my report, so they were closing it. I suspect the seller did not reply
to them.

So now what should I do?

Though the seller arranged with UPS for shipment, I was the one whose
payment initiated the process. It seems to me, then, UPS should be
obligated to make me whole because they were the ones who damaged the box
and lost the small part of the product, but they are very hard to contact
and the people at the Damage Exception department are not helpful.


Craig
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Re: [MBZ] How do I get a reimbursement from UPS?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Mercedes Tuesday, October 31, 9:04 PM
I don't know. Does he work for UPS?
Yep. Twenty years. Can retire any time I choose.
And it changes everything knowing that. What little filter I had (should I say 
that? Would it jeopardize my job?) is gone. Kind of like your forty bucks.

Rick

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Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 9:03:43 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List 
Cc: Craig 
Subject: Re: [MBZ] How do I get a reimbursement from UPS?

On Wed, 1 Nov 2023 00:58:52 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes"
 wrote:

> Like Rick said, (and he has the inside scoop on UPS anyway, doesn’t
> he?)

I don't know. Does he work for UPS?


> That stinks, but it can and does work. FedEx has similar policies, and
> when they packed and later crushed a Mac Pro in Apple factory packaging
> that was sent to me, the buddy who sold it to me had to file the claim.

In my case the seller has dropped off the face of the earth ...


Craig

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Re: [MBZ] How do I get a reimbursement from UPS?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

The shipper has to file the claim. UPS isn't particularly responsive to damage 
claims as it is.

https://jalopnik.com/how-ups-screwed-a-popular-youtube-car-guy-out-of-10-00-1738255686

In UPS' defense, in the above case had the shipper properly insured the engine, 
it would have arrived. It would have been quite expensive though, and people 
want to cheap out.

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Sent: Tuesday, October 31, 2023 5:53:03 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List 
Cc: Craig 
Subject: [MBZ] How do I get a reimbursement from UPS?

I have asked around for suggestions on what to do about my eBay/UPS
situation and have been told maybe going to the local UPS and talking
with the fellow in charge might help or taking UPS to small claims court.

Do you fellows have any other suggestions? Or maybe encouragement in what
I have already been told?

I bought an FJC R-134A dye/oil injector from an eBay seller at a very
good price, as shown in the first picture.

The seller shipped it via UPS.

UPS damaged the box, as shown in the second picture, and the smaller of
the two pieces which make up the injector fell out.

I contacted the UPS Damage Exception group at 1-800-742-5877 about the
damage and sent in the pictures they requested.

I contacted the seller via eBay's messaging system. The seller responded,
"Oh my. I'm sorry to hear this. I appreciate you contacting us. If
nothing gets resolved for you please let us know."

I contacted UPS some days later to find out what was going on and found
they had approved my claim a few days after I submitted it. They said
they had sent the seller some paperwork to fill out and when they
received it back, they would process the claim and issue the payment.
They apparently want the number of the account which sent the package.

I then again contacted the seller via eBay's messaging system and wrote,

Dear bluebutterfly81522,

I just called the UPS Damage Exception Group at 1-800-651-2352.
They said the claim was approved on 06 July. They said they are
waiting for you to fill out and send them the documents so they
can process and send out the reimbursement.

Are you able to fill out their documents and send the documents
to them?

When might you be able to do that?

I heard nothing. I called UPS; they heard nothing. I asked, "What happens
if the seller never returns the forms?" The lady replied, "Then the claim
will never be processed."

I then asked eBay to step in and help. Unfortunately, it was now after
the 30 days, so they would not refund my purchase price. I even went
through the "Report a Seller for a policy violation" process, and eBay
replied they had my report and would take care of things.

Several days ago, they sent me an email saying there had been no action
on my report, so they were closing it. I suspect the seller did not reply
to them.

So now what should I do?

Though the seller arranged with UPS for shipment, I was the one whose
payment initiated the process. It seems to me, then, UPS should be
obligated to make me whole because they were the ones who damaged the box
and lost the small part of the product, but they are very hard to contact
and the people at the Damage Exception department are not helpful.


Craig
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Re: [MBZ] Newest Mercedes with manual transmission

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

SLK/Chrysler Crossfire


Rick

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Sent: October 21, 2023 8:06 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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Subject: [MBZ] Newest Mercedes with manual transmission

What's the newest MB that I'm likely to be able to find that has a manual? I'm 
guessing something like a W123 240D? Or a 300D with a manual swap?
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Re: [MBZ] Oil filler cap leak?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Yes. However, they are in Colorado, so shipping can take a bit longer to the 
East Coast than say, FCP Euro.


Rick

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Sent: October 17, 2023 10:23 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Oil filler cap leak?

Some of their prices are even lower than Rock Auto.  Are they a reliable
seller?

On Tue, Oct 17, 2023 at 9:46 PM Craig via Mercedes 
wrote:

> On Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:26:46 -0400 Dwight Giles via Mercedes
>  wrote:
>
> > I need one for the OM617 in my 300CD
> >
> > On Mon, Oct 16, 2023, 1:16 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > > That and you can replace the rubber seal. I can post the part number
> > > later after I get home.i used to keep these on the shelf when I had
> > > older models. Newer ones get the new “easy to turn” filler cap.
>
> RM European lists two for the OM617:
>
> https://www.rmeuropean.com/Products/1020180380-MFG30-V2400.aspx
>
> Mercedes-Benz 300SD Sedan 116.12 3.0L L5 Oil Cap Seal
> (38.5 X 59 X 2.3 mm)
> NotesFor original style oil filler cap.
> Part Number  1020180380
> Quantity needed  1
> Manufacturer ELRING KLINGER
> Manufacturer Part#   827.428
> Interchange Part#1020180080
> Price$1.48
>
>
>
> https://www.rmeuropean.com/Products/1110180080-MFG17-V2400.aspx
>
> Mercedes-Benz 300SD Sedan 116.12 3.0L L5 Oil Cap Seal
> (47 X 59 X 2.5 mm)
> NotesFor replacement style oil filler cap.
> Part Number  1110180080
> Quantity needed  1
> Manufacturer VICTOR REINZ
> Manufacturer Part#   40-77545-00
> Price$1.43
>
>
> Craig
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Re: [MBZ] A better way to polish headlights

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

I remember Marshall saying to use Bonami cleanser for cleaning windshields. 
I've tried that with a felt pad on a buffer with decent results. I wonder what 
grit that is?


Rick

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Sent: October 16, 2023 8:43 AM
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Cc: d...@penoff.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] A better way to polish headlights

I would probably try rubbing compound first just for grins. It’s pretty 
aggressive, but shouldn’t do any damage. There are other compounds that are 
finer that would probably work,too.

-D

> On Oct 16, 2023, at 8:46 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
>
> Meguiars Ultimate compound for first cut then polishing stuff for second
>
> —FT
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
>> On Oct 16, 2023, at 1:17 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>>
>> 
>>>
>>> so I went right to 2 stages with the buffer. I was done in about 5 minutes 
>>> and it looks amazing, almost like new
>>
>> What did you use for compound?
>>
>>
>> Rick
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Re: [MBZ] A better way to polish headlights

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

> so I went right to 2 stages with the buffer. I was done in about 5 minutes 
> and it looks amazing, almost like new

What did you use for compound?


Rick
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Re: [MBZ] [Okietalk] Car for Clay — Kleb needs to move to ND

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

AND a quonset hut!


Rick

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Sent: October 13, 2023 5:33 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] [Okietalk] Car for Clay — Kleb needs to move to ND

Man, that place is a real time capsule. Oil furnace, maybe 100A electrical 
service, pink tile, you get it all there if you’re looking for some serious 
“retro”.

Getting some serious “rural” there, too. That place is close to NOTHING.

-D

On Oct 13, 2023, at 6:27 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote:



--FT
Sent from iFōn
C
Begin forwarded message:

From: Clay via Okietalk 
Date: October 13, 2023 at 5:38:12 PM EDT
To: okiet...@okiebenz.com
Cc: Clay 
Subject: Re: [Okietalk] Car for Clay
Reply-To: okiet...@okiebenz.com

I can not Fakebuch any more, lost the account.

What #1 boy found while house hunting is this jewel

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/10385-20-St-SE_Leal_ND_58479_M97947-17423?from=srp-list-card

pea green /8 in the garage.  Told him to make sure it sold with the home.

Clay


inter urinas et faeces nascimur

On Oct 12, 2023, at 6:36 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Okietalk 
mailto:okiet...@okiebenz.com>> wrote:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/W123NA/permalink/6708774865855862

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Re: [MBZ] Pack Some Heat and Check it Out, Kaleb.

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

> Robert Taylor Homes - Gone

Henry Horner Homes - Gone

Stateway Gardens - Gone

Ida B. Wells Homes - Gone

Rockwell Gardens - Gone

If you came into Chicago from Indiana, up the Dan Ryan Expressway, there were 
miles and miles of highrise projects along that corridor. They are all gone.

And the residents were spread (metastisized) across the Chicagoland and 
Northwest Indiana area.


Rick
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Re: [MBZ] 2007 CLS550 - 73k miles - $16,850

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

The cheapest cheap class.


Rick

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Sent: September 29, 2023 12:06 PM
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] 2007 CLS550 - 73k miles - $16,850

My question was which 2007 Mercedes is currently worth the HIGHEST
percentage of its original MSRP

On Fri, Sep 29, 2023 at 12:59 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> That’s nothing. Base MSRP on my 2001 CL600 was $117,200 in 2001 dollars,
> which translates to about $205,000 today. I paid $4,000 for mine in pretty
> good condition, which is equal to about $2300 in 2001. Floyd has probably
> done better with some of his W215/216 cars.
>
> In other words, I paid a smidge below 2.0% of the original selling price
> for the car. Or, if you’re a glass-half-empty person, the car took a 98%
> hit in depreciation over its current life.
>
> Good for us!
>
> -D
>
> > On Sep 29, 2023, at 12:34 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > The invoice is shocking.  I wonder which 2007 Mercedes has the lowest
> > depreciation.
> >
> > On Thu, Sep 28, 2023 at 10:45 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> >> The lowish miles would add to the price to make it more like $10-11k
> maybe
> >>
> >> --FT
> >> Sent from iFōn
> >>
> >>> On Sep 28, 2023, at 10:35 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> Fred needs to trade in his potato for a better camera. I guess he'll
> >> find out if his price is anywhere close to the ballpark.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
> https://chambana.craigslist.org/cto/d/champaign-2007-mercedes-cls-550/7671100809.html
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Re: [MBZ] I’m headed in this direction

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Auctioning them off, or getting to 150?


Rick

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Subject: [MBZ] I’m headed in this direction

https://www.live5news.com/2023/09/29/man-is-auctioning-most-his-150-plus-classic-cars

—FT

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Re: [MBZ] Help - WDDGF8AB2DR288607 2013 Mercedes C300

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And that folks, is why it pays to buy tools and do it yourself (if you enjoy 
fixing things).


Rick

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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Help - WDDGF8AB2DR288607 2013 Mercedes C300

wow.

--FT

On 9/28/23 9:53 AM, Michael Esh via Mercedes wrote:
> Update. Repair estimate at Mercedes Dealer
> $2850.00. Not sure pdf of estimate will send but the repair looks fairly 
> complicated. I’m splitting the cost of repair with my son.
> Issue is locked steering wheel and no crank /start.
> Steering Lock Module - $505
> Ignition Switch- $735
> Program 2 keys - $270
> Labor - $1224
> Involves removing entire steering column.
> This really makes me appreciate my W123’s
>
>
> https://pdf.asrpro.com/PDF/?q=nOGDsjbVny7m5euCJZTmMy907WkLOEoVh67GRtBaRuuyh%40mKq%40XKixdUKXwzaLG44dO%402LLkw0oycuedP8ic%2fFaVtBmtgMmH2M0DuS1b6sb0aP%40amsd7UQ6SS4GKxHUVGzEzhbNdioec2ucZ124LSBnEi1f3SOr%40U%2fg8slYK2hA4s7f1K0e88CzF6ANHjgJ9hQW3CPRP4jxfKcP%2fuAs%40ycLhHgKBkDASrlM%2fJUlWH1nAlUHoqwRgRiiH0evcbXFl%2fTwL32du3gmkaPMBphaIZ73zBx30YTltf5yYD%2ftJJhjUfk%40eho4K%408d1g8oM9%406%2fvDP1l7ePAukjEqAx1Df%2fPZ%2fLvAgYARRSg5r9aKjG97UQ6ybplK7tKg%3d%3d
>
> Michael E. Esh
>
>
>> On Sep 24, 2023, at 1:55 PM, Michael Esh  wrote:
>>
>> Jumpstart did not help.  From watching some vids it appears to be an ELS 
>> (electric steering lock) issue.  It seems to be in locked position and 
>> according to vids it is a $2000 repair from Mercedes.  I’ll call dealership 
>> in the morning.
>>
>>
>> Michael E. Esh
>>
>>
>>> On Sep 23, 2023, at 6:27 PM, dan penoff.com via 
>>> Mercedes  wrote:
>>>
>>> The first thought is the battery. EIS likely locks the steering column 
>>> with a solenoid, so no power, no unlock. The battery could have enough 
>>> juice to run the radio but not the rest of the car. Once voltage falls 
>>> below a certain point stuff either gets wonky or just doesn’t work.
>>>
>>> Good luck, let us know how it goes.
>>>
>>> -D
>>>
> On Sep 23, 2023, at 6:23 PM, Michael Esh via 
> Mercedes  wrote:
 Fairly new to us 2013 Mercedes C300.  Son purchased a couple of months 
 ago.  About 150,000 miles on it.
 Not sure why but it will not turn over.  He parked it at the mall and when 
 he came out it would not fire up.  Steering wheel is in lock position and 
 turned to the far right and does not unlock when key is turned.  Is the 
 steering lock supposed to release with key or when the car starts?  The 
 key turns all the way in the ignition but there is zero response, no 
 clicks or sounds.   The battery seems to be working as the radio works 
 normally.
 Any thoughts about what we might check or trouble shoot before we call the 
 tow truck?
 Thanks, Mike


 Michael E. Esh


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Re: [MBZ] OT major WTF auto “repair”

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> Stuff like this is why I try to do my own repairs whenever possible.

>I know there are honest mechanics out there but there are many dishonest ones, 
>and also ones who mean well but are just utterly unqualified

Yep. I only know of two or so mechanics within a hundred miles I would trust to 
work on anything I own.

I rationalize tools and time this way. If I have to pay some shop $150 or so an 
hour, I have to work 4 or more hours to pay this joker for 1 hour (don't forget 
the 30% or so the government consumes through taxes) then I value his time 4x 
more than mine.

I don't.

Even if it takes me twice as long, I'm money and time ahead. Plus I enjoy 
working on things. I guess if enjoy what you are doing, it's more play than 
work.

Rick
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Re: [MBZ] 2011 GLK350

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Get her a Pious. The newer, the better.


Rick
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Re: [MBZ] The Cheapest ML63 in the country LIVES!!!

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Congratulations. Reads like an episode of Hoovies Garage. Lol.


Rick

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Sent: September 24, 2023 11:39 AM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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Cc: buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com
Subject: [MBZ] The Cheapest ML63 in the country LIVES!!!

Finally got it sorted yesterday, starts, moves, makes all the right
noises (which sound Very Nice!), and NO FAULT CODES!!!

You might recall I got this thing with an ISM fault maybe 3-4 months
ago. It was not shifting into gear and had been sitting at a shop
way out in the country dead for 2-3months.  Bought it and managed to
get it started and in gear to drive on the trailer through some vudu but
then it would only start intermittently but not shift into gear.  This
was a fault in the ISM that was not talking to the shifter, the ECU, the
TCM and who knows what else.  It would sometimes make the proper noises
but not register a shift, or being in P so it would not start.

I made friends with a guy Todd in Columbia SC who has a shop Eurotech
Automotive and specializes in Benzes and other marques.  He is a whiz
with the electronics and software. We tried to do a remote session into
the car using my XENTRY/DAS system but my software was too old to work.
I left my computer with him, he was going to upgrade it with new HD and
memory and latest software but the computer didn't like the memory so
that didn't work.  He loaned me one of his computers and it seemed to be
working, at least the car would start but still not shift. Clearly the
ISM was bad.  I had another ISM from the knackered ML350 that I put on
and we tried to program that one to match the car but it bricked another
computer he loaned me. Interestingly this was due to me using my chinee
breakout box with his licensed Benz computer but not the licensed
breakout box when we tried to connect to MB in Moscow (and he was remote
into my car with his system in his office or at home or wherever he was)
to get some software, it detected that and reported to Mama Benz and
they locked it out of their system.  At some point in there he did
download a software upgrade from MB through MB Moscow and flashed the
whole car with that.  I think that cost me $231 but whatever.

I went up there with the car on the trailer to work on it, he got MB to
turn that system back on and we went at it with the used ISM.  He got
his Moscow buddy (who might work at MB Moscow, this aspect is not
exactly clear) to try to get it working.  We kept swapping ISMs between
the original and this used one but still no joy, although the Moscow guy
(Peter) said they both seemed OK after various software upgrades.  It
appeared that something on the CANBUS was not talking between the ISM
and TCM, suggesting maybe a wiring issue.  Bummer.

I ordered a new chinee ISM off eBay to give it a try.  Todd programmed
that one and yesterday I went there again.  We messed with it some more,
he got the Moscow guy to go in and marry it to the car but it still was
not working and our window closed.  He had another one in like 3hr.

Now I had not mounted any of these various ISMs to the car, just had
them plugged in, because taking/putting them off/on is a huge PITA.
They were all "working" it seemed but car would not start still, and the
shift indicator on the instrument cluster was not indicating the state
of the shifter. I said well, maybe I should put it back on and see if
that makes a difference.  So I did that.  And sometime this past week my
new Costco Interstate battery failed, would not take a charge.  I had
taken another older battery (actually an MB battery that came in the
ML63) that supposedly had charge but it was kinda weak.  We were trying
to get power to the car, had jumpers from a SLK that was parked next to
it, my charger, and a big jump pack he had, but none of them were
working very well, which probably was another aspect of the issue.  Off
to Costco there to swap batteries (which took all of 5min, I love Costco).

Put the battery in, during our downtime I got the new ISM mounted, front
driveshaft back on (this is why the ISM is a PITA), transmission moved
back and rear mounting bolts back in (another reason why swapping ISMs
is a PITA), and fluid filled back into the trans (I had dropped the
valve body and conductor plate/TCM like 3wk ago to clean all that, check
o-rings on solenoids, etc), everything buttoned up.  About 6 last night
Peter from Moscow dialed back in, messed with it again, and LO!!!
LIFE!!!  Car started, shifted, and did all the right things!  HALLELUJAH

So, transmission shift issue fixed, moving, running, all the right
things.  Engine was running rough, misfire on zylinder 1, Todd had an
old coil pack laying around so we put that on the car (3min job on this
engine) and engine ran great!  Went through all the modules, no faults
in anything except the sound system which the PO buggered up somehow.
Life is good and the ML63 lives!

So the learning from this was that everything needs to be 

Re: [MBZ] Trying to get this 2 post Hunter rack going

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Hmm. Dirt and hydraulic stuff don't play well together. If there is schumtz in 
the valve(s) they won't work right.


Rick

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Sent: September 24, 2023 6:21 PM
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Cc: ka...@striplin.net
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Trying to get this 2 post Hunter rack going

So messed with it a few minutes.  This valve only has 2 ports, I
expected 3.  I loosened the line that goes to the right side and a
dribble of fluid ran out but not anything under pressure with the pump
running.  I loosened line that comes out of valve and just a dribble
also.  So the issue appears to be with the valve.  It has to have
something do with what appears to be an adjustment of some sort.

Here is the routing as near as I can tell.  Line comes out of pump and
runs into the bottom of the left cylinder, which is inverted. There is a
line at the top of the cylinder that then runs down to the valve.  The
other port appears to run to the line to the other side.  I just figured
there would only be 1 line to the cylinder on the top, but I guess the
input is actually in the ram portion at the bottom.

On 9/24/2023 5:42 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
> This list does not have any sort of equalization cables it is all done
> hydraulically.  I think I am first going to loosen the line that goes
> to the right side and see if fluid comes out when I run the pump. If
> it does, then I probably need to bleed the cylinder on that side.  If
> not, perhaps the valve is bad.  I could probably replace it with
> something like this:
>
> https://summit-hydraulics.com/product/hydraulic-proportional-flow-divider-valve-5050-8-gpm-3-8-npt-ports-2/?utm_source=Google%20Shopping_campaign=Shopping_medium=cpc_term=6970_source=google_medium=paid_campaign=18601848900_content=_term===EAIaIQobChMIxYaDwKXEgQMVzDjUAR2xGACNEAQYASABEgLSB_D_BwE
>
>
> On 9/24/2023 4:35 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Sep 24, 2023, at 4:34 PM, Kaleb Striplin  wrote:
>>>
>>> Model attached. I can’t find a lot on it either but it’s
>>> essentially a 2 post direct drive lift. I’m thinking I need to pull
>>> the cover on the right side and look for a bleed screw in the top of
>>> the cylinder. Perhaps that’s all it needs. Still not sure why it
>>> would not lower with the release valve.
>>>
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>
>>>> On Sep 24, 2023, at 4:31 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes
>>>>  wrote:
>>>>
>>>> There's a ton of videos on YouTube, but I don't know exactly which
>>>> one you need to watch.
>>>>
>>>> I really can't find anything on a Hunter two post. Lots of stuff on
>>>> a Hunter four post and alignment lifts.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Rick
>>>>
>>>> From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
>>>> Sent: September 24, 2023 3:22 PM
>>>> To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; davesl...@okiebenz.com
>>>> Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
>>>> Cc: ka...@striplin.net
>>>> Subject: [MBZ] Trying to get this 2 post Hunter rack going
>>>>
>>>> Long story short only the left side where the pump is will lift.
>>>> There is a line that comes off the pump, and near as I can tell
>>>> runs into a valve of sorts that then has a line that goes to the
>>>> top of the left cylinder, then another that goes to a hose than
>>>> runs to the other side. When it was disassembled then put back
>>>> together I’m sure the line to the right side has air in it. There
>>>> is a sticker on the platform on the left that says uneven lift can
>>>> result if the leveling valve is not closed during operation. Pic
>>>> attached if what I assume is the leveling valve. On the side there
>>>> is a lock nut which is loose and I assume you use some sort of tool
>>>> to open or close the center. I don’t know if it’s currently open or
>>>> closed, but assume there is some sort of procedure to level it. I
>>>> am not sure what tool to use to try and turn the valve. I tried an
>>>> Allen wrench and no go. Closest I got was a flat head screwdriver
>>>> but I can’t get it to turn. I didn’t want to force it and end up
>>>> breaking something. I am trying to locate a manual for this thing
>>>> but no luck.
>>>>
>>>> Also, the left side raised about a foot and right side no sign of
>>>> moving. Pushing the release valve on the pump did nothing, would
>>>> not lower. I don’t know if this has anything to do with the
>>>> leveling iss

Re: [MBZ] R/E List

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

https://youtu.be/-k-YmrvWK18


Rick

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Sent: September 19, 2023 7:37 PM
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] R/E List

https://youtu.be/zEmfsmasjVA


Rick

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Sent: September 19, 2023 6:33 PM
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] R/E List

E’s not dead yet!

--FT
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> On Sep 19, 2023, at 6:03 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
>
> I’ve met enough people on this list to have been confirmed as a live human 
> being (at least until recently!)
>
> -D
>
>> On Sep 19, 2023, at 5:42 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>>
>>> On 19/09/2023 3:56 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
>>> Seems that Kevin Kenner posted a message that I was no longer among the 
>>> living, i.e., that I had passed to another plane. Nothing more, no 
>>> commentary or details.
>>>
>>> Funny and weird reading about your demise.
>>>
>>> -D
>>>
>> Well, you know, it is somewhat in doubt. Most of us have never seen you in 
>> person so there is residual doubt as to your existence. I keep reading about 
>> AI. You might be some sort of bot.
>>
>> Or, maybe a figment of Andrew's imagination!
>>
>> Randy
>>
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Re: [MBZ] R/E List

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

https://youtu.be/zEmfsmasjVA


Rick

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Subject: Re: [MBZ] R/E List

E’s not dead yet!

--FT
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> On Sep 19, 2023, at 6:03 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
>
> I’ve met enough people on this list to have been confirmed as a live human 
> being (at least until recently!)
>
> -D
>
>> On Sep 19, 2023, at 5:42 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>>
>>> On 19/09/2023 3:56 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
>>> Seems that Kevin Kenner posted a message that I was no longer among the 
>>> living, i.e., that I had passed to another plane. Nothing more, no 
>>> commentary or details.
>>>
>>> Funny and weird reading about your demise.
>>>
>>> -D
>>>
>> Well, you know, it is somewhat in doubt. Most of us have never seen you in 
>> person so there is residual doubt as to your existence. I keep reading about 
>> AI. You might be some sort of bot.
>>
>> Or, maybe a figment of Andrew's imagination!
>>
>> Randy
>>
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Re: [MBZ] R/E List

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

That list still exists?
What's the question?


Rick

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Sent: September 19, 2023 2:02 PM
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Subject: [MBZ] R/E List

Is anyone here still on the Ritter/Hitler list? I’ve got a question about 
something and I don’t want to pop my head up.

-D
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Re: [MBZ] Car Does Not Start 2006 Mercedes-Benz r-class,$1,600

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Timing idler. Run away.


Rick

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Subject: [MBZ] Car Does Not Start 2006 Mercedes-Benz r-class,$1,600

R500.  Could be worth a look, probably nothing too serious

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/331444765913929/

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Re: [MBZ] Cheap Transportation

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

With proper maintenance, another 150k miles.


Rick

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Subject: Re: [MBZ] Cheap Transportation

How many more miles before the engine gives out?

On Fri, Sep 15, 2023 at 12:44 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> Not bad for the ask:
>
> <
> https://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/d/orlando-2002-mercedes-benz-ml320/7666248457.html
> >
> [00L0L_xtFL1pskZm_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg]
> 2002 mercedes benz for sale by owner - Orlando, FL - craigslist<
> https://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/d/orlando-2002-mercedes-benz-ml320/7666248457.html
> >
> orlando.craigslist.org<
> https://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/d/orlando-2002-mercedes-benz-ml320/7666248457.html
> >
>
> -D
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Re: [MBZ] OT

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

AC flux core welders suck. Find a DC machine.


Rick

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Sent: September 12, 2023 5:40 PM
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Subject: [MBZ] OT

Folks

I just got a cheap HF mig 110v welder like new from a neighbor … seems a bit 
crappy with only 2 amp settings … I think 80 and 90 amps …. Why so few

Was trying to patch a steel burner from our Viking gas range … apparently the 
igniter  caused a quarter sized blowout in the steel oven bake burner

In trying to patch it up, I notice that even when the arc is going I can’t see 
a thing …. In bright sunlight …. Never had this problem …. Not auto darkening 
hood …. I just bought an Amazon returned one for $28 ….are they usable??

My vision is not that bad yet

Mercedes content … if I can see my welds I could patch up some holes in my 123 
300td

Xx rick

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Re: [MBZ] W210 Danger Will Robinson?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Wonderful cars. The Camry of Mercedes. In the rust belt, they rust. Tennessee, 
probably not so much. The facelift models (2000-2002, 2003 for wagons) are 
better cars. The 2001-2002 had increased corrosion protection or something on 
the spring perches.

If he doesn't want it, let me know. I'll fly down and drive it home.


Rick

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Subject: [MBZ] W210 Danger Will Robinson?

A friend of mine is considering a W210. His elderly neighbor has it. Spotless 
but hasn’t been driven much. 10 year old gas in it.  He asked me if it was 
worth it. The only things I remember is most people like the 124 and they skip 
right over to the 211.

The 210 has all the weird rust problems and crazy suspension issues?  Is that 
right? It’s a gasser 320.

I have no interest in it. Unless of course it was REALLY cheap and truly 
spotless and rust free.

Donald H. Snook


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Re: [MBZ] 92 300D 2.5

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

So the 300e is already on the block, in favor of a 300d. Which will be sold in 
six months because _. (fill in the blank)

Guess it's better to flip them quick rather than hoard them like some of us 
(myself included).


Rick

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Subject: [MBZ] 92 300D 2.5

What is a pristine 92 300D 2.5 with 140,000 miles worth? Stacks of records from 
finicky owner.

I don’t mean the Kaleb price. I’m talking about real value.

Donald H. Snook


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Re: [MBZ] How do I drain/clean the brake fluid reservoir?

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

I have heard of cleaning a coolant reservoir with oaxalic acid. Perhaps that 
would clean it once it's removed?

https://youtu.be/JqCN7VHMtfQ?si=__B6MjNt5IEfnUec

Rick

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Subject: Re: [MBZ] How do I drain/clean the brake fluid reservoir?

There are a couple of choices here, none ideal:

1.) Bleed/flush the system to get rid of the old fluid in the front of the 
reservoir; or,

2.) Remove the reservoir, drain, and clean it. You would want a new set of 
rubber bushings/o-rings for the master cylinder where the reservoir attaches.

#2 has some potential for damage, as the plastic on these is probably pretty 
brittle by now, but I’ve done it.

-D

> On Sep 5, 2023, at 7:53 AM, MG via Mercedes 
> mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
>
> If it was mine I would take the brake line loose either from the master 
> cylinder or at the caliper and pump the fluid out and then also flush some 
> new fluid through. Reconnect the line and bleed to get a good peddle. Don't 
> think I would flush with the alcohol.
>
> MG
>
> Craig via Mercedes wrote:
>> In my continuing project of repairing the brakes of my 1980 W116 300SD,
>> I went to suck the old brake fluid out of the reservoir on the master
>> cylinder. When I got to the bottom of the fluid available through the
>> cap, I noticed the front compartment of the reservoir still had brake
>> fluid in it, as the first two pictures show.
>> The only connection to the front compartment of the reservoir I can see
>> is a small channel by the front level switch and that is only a few
>> millimeters high. There is no way for me to get a hose through that!
>> I took off the front rubber cap for the front level switch thinking that
>> might help, but it did not.
>> I would rather not try to remove the reservoir from the master cylinder
>> and spill brake fluid everywhere.
>> I could use my Speedi-Bleed and push the excess fluid out of the
>> reservoir, through the master cylinder, through one of the brake lines,
>> through a caliper, and into a container -- but that would push a lot of
>> crud through, too.
>> Any suggestions?
>> The fourth picture shows a W123 brake fluid reservoir, which has only one
>> level switch. I recall it has two compartments like the W116 reservoir,
>> but I don't recall how (or if) I drained both compartments when I was
>> doing the brakes on our '82 240D/3.0. (I recall now, I purchased a new
>> reservoir from Rusty.)
>> Also, would flushing with isopropyl alchol be advisable?
>> Thanks,
>> Craig
>> 
>> 
>> 
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Re: [MBZ] Speedi-Bleed bleeders on sale

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

From: Rick Knoble 
Sent: Monday, September 4, 2023 6:53:04 PM
To: Michael Esh 
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Speedi-Bleed bleeders on sale

Yep. I have purchased almost all the adapters over the years.

If the grommets between the reservoir and the master cylinder are cracked and 
old or the vent rubber is cracked and old you will find out immediately. Some 
of us learn things the hard way.

Also, it needs to be cleaned after use. They say denatured alcohol is best, but 
you can use simple green.


Rick

From: michael...@mac.com
Sent: September 4, 2023 6:19 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; rickkno...@hotmail.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Speedi-Bleed bleeders on sale


Rick ,
Do you know if the Model 0100 European work for on W123 Brake systems?
Thanks,
Mike
Michael E. Esh


> On Sep 4, 2023, at 3:32 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes  
> wrote:
>
> I use Motive bleeders.
>
> No issues, but the hoses do age and need replaced occasionally.
>
> https://www.motiveproducts.com/collections/brake-bleeder-kits
>
>
> Rick
>
> From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
> Sent: September 4, 2023 12:53 PM
> To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
> Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
> Cc: d...@penoff.com
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Speedi-Bleed bleeders on sale
>
> I ditched my Speedi-Bleeder years ago when the cone washer failed on the 
> reservoir bottle and caused it to leak under pressure. I bought one of these 
> a couple of years ago and have been using it since:
>
> <https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CP79C7S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8=1>
> [41AfauGCZJL._SR600,315_PIWhiteStrip,BottomLeft,0,35_PIStarRatingFOURANDHALF,BottomLeft,360,-6_SR600,315_ZA781,445,290,400,400,AmazonEmberBold,12,4,0,0,5_SCLZZZ_FMpng_BG255,255,255.jpg]
> ARES 70921-2-Liter Manual Brake Fluid Pressure Bleeder - Makes Brake Fluid 
> Changes Quick and Easy - Easy One Person Manual Pump 
> Operation<https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CP79C7S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8=1>
> amazon.com<https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CP79C7S/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8=1>
>
> Cheaper than a Speedi-Bleeder and is a lot easier to use. In fact, we just 
> flushed one of the W210s’ brake systems last week with it.
>
> -D
>
>
> On Sep 4, 2023, at 10:44 AM, Craig via Mercedes  wrote:
>
> I have had one of these for many years and was looking for replacement
> parts when I ran across their sale, shown in the attached picture.
>
> They really do help with bleeding brakes -- and there is no risk of
> damaging a master cylinder seal.
>
> The K400B is what is needed for Benz automobiles.
>
>
> Craig
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Re: [MBZ] Speedi-Bleed bleeders on sale

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

I use Motive bleeders.

No issues, but the hoses do age and need replaced occasionally.

https://www.motiveproducts.com/collections/brake-bleeder-kits


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: September 4, 2023 12:53 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: d...@penoff.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Speedi-Bleed bleeders on sale

I ditched my Speedi-Bleeder years ago when the cone washer failed on the 
reservoir bottle and caused it to leak under pressure. I bought one of these a 
couple of years ago and have been using it since:


[41AfauGCZJL._SR600,315_PIWhiteStrip,BottomLeft,0,35_PIStarRatingFOURANDHALF,BottomLeft,360,-6_SR600,315_ZA781,445,290,400,400,AmazonEmberBold,12,4,0,0,5_SCLZZZ_FMpng_BG255,255,255.jpg]
ARES 70921-2-Liter Manual Brake Fluid Pressure Bleeder - Makes Brake Fluid 
Changes Quick and Easy - Easy One Person Manual Pump 
Operation
amazon.com

Cheaper than a Speedi-Bleeder and is a lot easier to use. In fact, we just 
flushed one of the W210s’ brake systems last week with it.

-D


On Sep 4, 2023, at 10:44 AM, Craig via Mercedes  wrote:

I have had one of these for many years and was looking for replacement
parts when I ran across their sale, shown in the attached picture.

They really do help with bleeding brakes -- and there is no risk of
damaging a master cylinder seal.

The K400B is what is needed for Benz automobiles.


Craig
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Re: [MBZ] OT Lawn tractor issues

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Alternator should put out around 30-35v ac with the mower running and the 
regulator disconnected as measured at the leads coming from the stator.


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: September 1, 2023 5:27 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com
Subject: [MBZ] OT Lawn tractor issues

A friend said her little JD lawn tractor battery kept dying and it
wouldn't start.  I went by and put the charger on it for a few minutes
at 30A and got it to start up on about half a spin.  I measured the
voltage with it running and it was at 11V but I had neglected to measure
the battery before I put the charger on it so I don't know what it was.

She mowed the yard and then tried to start it again after finishing and
it wouldn't do anything so the battery was completely drained.  I will
probably try to charge the battery up fully on a low charge rate my
newer charger will do and see if it will come up to a full charge.  She
did say she had used some sort of little charger and kept it plugged in,
but at some point got a divorce and it might have walked off with the
ex, in any case she didn't still have it.  Having had to use that
suggests either there was some sort of current draw at rest, or that the
alternator isn't alternating.  The ex had disconnected the front lights
to make sure they didn't draw it down and there was some other connector
that was not, I didn't try to track that down.

I was also looking at the parts diagram and it shows a little alternator
on the engine somewhere and a voltage regulator.  I don't have a tester
to see if it is actually putting out voltage/current other than a VOM
which showed the 11V.  Maybe I should charge the battery then see what
it is while running on a full battery.

https://partscatalog.deere.com/jdrc/sidebyside/equipment/67736/referrer/navigation/pgId/489092846

I'm thinking it might be either the alternator or the VR if the battery
is OK but she doesn't have a lot of money to start throwing at parts.
The VR is $18 on ebay so maybe worth getting one of those and trying it?
The alternator is like $100 so don't want to do that for now.

Thoughts?

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--FT
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Re: [MBZ] OT: SWMBO

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Just wait until she goes through "the change" for fifteen years.


Rick

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Sent: August 26, 2023 5:26 PM
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Subject: [MBZ] OT: SWMBO

Anyone else's wife/partner turn the AC down to 70 degrees then put on 
sweatpants and a hoodie??
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