Re: [MBZ] The bug, I have it. Looking for diesel W124
Yes. Bypassing all the EPA crap worked like a champ (just like on my w123's). I'm sure the rear suspension is a bit more difficult but really its the only thing that is vastly different. -Rolf Oh, really? Have you actually tried to diagnose a hard-shifting issue on one? Rebuild the rear suspension? Or change the glow plugs? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The bug, I have it. Looking for diesel W124
Yup me too. -Rolf Craig McCluskey wrote: On Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:28:07 -0400 Rolf Martin-Hoster r...@winmutt.com wrote: http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/1850492283.html, He is down to 4450 in another posting. The listing says, This is the FINAL time I am going to run this car AT a FIRM price NO OFFERS. This car is not perfect at all but runs and drives very good. Please call me at 706 346 7876 it will sell i know it will. Again no offers 4700 Ps Ac needs attention. The Ps [sic] makes it a non-starter for me, particularly considering the price and attitude. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Report-back on engine lurch-restraint struts
I would say the pump should be put on a bench and injectors rebuilt. Euan, also there should be bushings on the exhaust-trans mount. -Rolf Mitch Haley wrote: Euan wrote: Rolf Yes, this is idle vibration. Tail-pipe is a blur unless I crank the idle-speed nob up to full. Has somebody who knows what he's doing tried to balance the delivery valves at idle? A 617 can be very smooth when all five cylinders put out exactly the same power. A really good mechanic can do it in a couple of minutes by ear. (no, not me) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] where to buy R12
We can talk, let me find out if I need r12 or r134 with myh new car first :D -Rolf Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: geez, thats too much Rolf wrote: Lets see if my next car needs it an we'll talk. I think I paid $30 a can shipped. -Rolf On 07/21/2010 08:03 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: if its cheap I am interested. Rolf Martin-Hoster wrote: I have 2? 3? cans I will sell. -Rolf Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Im going to keep my eye out for reasonably priced R12 to stockpile. Where is the best place to look besides ebay. Is there anywhere online that sells cylinders or even cans at a reasonable price? I had heard R12 has actually been going down in price. I dont know if that is true or not. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 9.0.851 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3020 - Release Date: 07/21/10 13:36:00 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 95 s350d
Am I crazy? Maybe, I know these are the rod benders but I found one with 80k on a replacement engine. What are these cars like? Other known issues? Do they have the problematic wiring harness? What years were they made? I have only seen 95 but this one appears to be a euro and possibly older than 95? -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Report-back on engine lurch-restraint struts
I think you have other issues. All the engine mounts been replaced (including trans)? I forgot about your 5speed, this is a euro right? I know that as of 83 they still were lacking the extra sound deadening that the turbos had. This is idle vibration? Euan wrote: I undertook to report back on the fitting of engine-lurch struts to my 1985 300TD. Did they reduce the exhaust vibration problem which has bedevilled me since my indie removed my old worn-out struts long ago? Short answer: I don't know yet. But I will if you guys can help me with one last question. Getting the struts on was murder. Took several trips to the tool shop for wrenches small enough to work in the space available at the top end of the struts. However, they're fitted now, and I'm a little lighter in the knuckle-skin department. Started the engine and discovered, or should I say, rediscovered, an increased degree of engine vibration in the passenger cabin. Not intolerable but definitely noticeable. I'd forgotten how much less was transmitted with the struts removed. No lurch on shut-off though. I think I'd rather have less vibration. I'd cranked the securing nuts on the struts down to the limit of their travel. I'm wondering if perhaps I should back them off so that the rubber bushes are under less compression and can absorb more of the vibration. What do you think? Is it necessary to tighten the nuts as far as they will go? Or will that simply reduce the effectiveness of the struts? Grateful as ever for your advice Cheers Euan 1985 300TD 5-spd manual 221 K mi ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 95 s350d
The engine was replaced at 120k miles. I can only assume the wiring harness was as well. -Rolf John Freer wrote: Be sure that the wiring harness and evaporator has been replaced...big bucks more than what the car is worth! John On Thu, Jul 22, 2010 at 7:31 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Rolf Martin-Hoster r...@winmutt.com writes: Am I crazy? Maybe, I know these are the rod benders but I found one with 80k on a replacement engine. What are these cars like? Other known issues? Do they have the problematic wiring harness? What years were they made? I have only seen 95 but this one appears to be a euro and possibly older than 95? Marshall always said the factory replacement engines were good. If you can verify that it's a factory replacement not a rebuild by Joe's Garage, it should be good. -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 95 s350d
Guy says its a 300SD with a 350. I thought these were 126s but its clearly a 140 in the pics. Waiting for VIN tomorrow. I think this will have som VERY interesting options. (You think the bullet proof glass was optional from MB or added after? :D ) -Rolf Rolf Martin-Hoster wrote: Am I crazy? Maybe, I know these are the rod benders but I found one with 80k on a replacement engine. What are these cars like? Other known issues? Do they have the problematic wiring harness? What years were they made? I have only seen 95 but this one appears to be a euro and possibly older than 95? -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 95 s350d
7990 no rust. Claims to be a dignitary model with bullet proof glass -Rolf Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: 92-95 was the 140 diesel in the US, all were rod benders, if engine replaced with a factory motor, should be fine. All can have wiring harness problems, all can have evap problems. How much do they want for it? Rolf Martin-Hoster wrote: Am I crazy? Maybe, I know these are the rod benders but I found one with 80k on a replacement engine. What are these cars like? Other known issues? Do they have the problematic wiring harness? What years were they made? I have only seen 95 but this one appears to be a euro and possibly older than 95? -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 95 s350d
Nah they had the window film by then right? -Rolf Peter Frederick wrote: It is does, it will weigh 6000 lbs, too, get really terrible mileage, and handle like a slap of steel on solid tires. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 95 s350d
Im sure its the window film. Still a nice option. -Rolf Peter Frederick wrote: Bulletproof glass is 3 thick Lexan. I work at the plant that makes it. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] where to buy R12
I have 2? 3? cans I will sell. -Rolf Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Im going to keep my eye out for reasonably priced R12 to stockpile. Where is the best place to look besides ebay. Is there anywhere online that sells cylinders or even cans at a reasonable price? I had heard R12 has actually been going down in price. I dont know if that is true or not. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The bug, I have it. Looking for diesel W124
I talked to the owner he said someone is looking at it tonight. He works at a dealership and this was a customer car brought in '08 making a bad noise. Replaced chain and headgasket and a variety of other regular maintenance items. It sounds like a good deal as ever is working perfectly, but I am a bit leary of headgasket and timing chain. I know both are issus on these cars. Weak headgaskets got upgraded and according thim they used japanese chains which stretched. Thoughts? -Rolf WILTON wrote: Umm! Only 115 kmi? Where's that, again? ;)) Wilton - Original Message - From: Rolf r...@winmutt.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2010 1:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] The bug, I have it. Looking for diesel W124 Talked to the seller. Too many issues for the price. I found another many mile further away, 115k $5k no issue. Sounds like a better winner. Waiting to hear back on maintenance history. -Rolf On 07/21/2010 06:56 AM, Rolf wrote: Found a 125k 93 300d for $4500 with maintenance records. Southern car no rust, sound like a good deal? Anyone selling a W124 on here? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The bug, I have it. Looking for diesel W124
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/1850492283.html, He is down to 4450 in another posting. -Rolf WILTON wrote: Where is that, again? ;)) Wilton - Original Message - From: Rolf r...@winmutt.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2010 6:56 AM Subject: [MBZ] The bug, I have it. Looking for diesel W124 Found a 125k 93 300d for $4500 with maintenance records. Southern car no rust, sound like a good deal? Anyone selling a W124 on here? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] I thought only the turbos had intake vents?
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Re: [MBZ] Italian landslide video
Youtube italian landslide. Craig McCluskey wrote: On Fri, 16 Jul 2010 01:16:25 EDT relng...@aol.com wrote: http://sorisomail.com/email/42722/ja-viram-desmoronar-uma-montanha.html How do you get it to play? I click on the picture of a guy walking up a hill and the picture goes away and is replaced by a black rectangle with a white hour hand going around a a red dashed circle. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Details, Details....
Jebus you might as well paint the car! BTW the raingutter trim is not that hard and requires no extra special tools. Just a bit of wood (2x4) and a rubber mallet or dead blow hammer. LWB250 wrote: I *finally* updated my detailing pages as I have been promising to do for who knows how long. If you go to my TLD penoff.com and click on the Detailing 1 link you'll start at the beginning. Enjoy! Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Details, Details....
OK I could have sworn the FSM had a picture with a dead blow hammer but I can find the section now. What section is this covered in? -Rolf LWB250 wrote: I've done this for paint prep as well... As for the rain gutter trim, I have fabricated the special tool outlined in the TDM to install the trim, and installed it myself. That's why I don't recommend people take it off. In my case, it had been removed so the car could be painted, and putting the new trim on was a real PITA, not to mention an opportunity to mess up the new paint job. Why do you think people call me The Mercedes Martha Stewart? Dan --- On Sat, 7/17/10, Rolf Martin-Hoster r...@winmutt.com wrote: From: Rolf Martin-Hoster r...@winmutt.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Details, Details To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Saturday, July 17, 2010, 8:02 AM Jebus you might as well paint the car! BTW the raingutter trim is not that hard and requires no extra special tools. Just a bit of wood (2x4) and a rubber mallet or dead blow hammer. LWB250 wrote: I *finally* updated my detailing pages as I have been promising to do for who knows how long. If you go to my TLD penoff.com and click on the Detailing 1 link you'll start at the beginning. Enjoy! Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT A Toyota Fun Ride
Now if they could only figure out how to build that kind of safety to the Lexus LFA rimshot -Rolf Mitch Haley wrote: Rich Thomas wrote: http://www.durangoherald.com/sections/News/2010/07/09/Driver_survives_cars_496foot_plunge_off_Red_Mountain_Pass/ The less often it rains, the more slippery the roads are when it does rain. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Renault
Now that MBZ and Renault/Nissan are getting in bed with each other, you might be able to relive your Renault experience with the elegance of a MBZ. -Rolf theprofil...@dwx.com wrote: My first car was a '67 R-10. 46 hp. top speed of 83 (@ 5600 rpm--yikes!). Extremely simple, just a slightly larger and boxier dauphine. Nice ride and quite comfortable and roomy for its size, quirky handling (virtually no weight on the front end). Nice little free-revving 1100 cc longitudinal 4 and close-ratio 4-speed, dead simple to work on--the entire exhaust system was one piece and $15 to replace, as I recall. Lightly built and quick to rust, unfortunately, but as a city and backroad car not bad at all. I chose it over the usual first-car choice at the time, a beetle. The beetles were more powerful, but not as quiet, comfortable, or big inside or trunk-wise. Plus, the funky frenchness of it appealed to me. Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 12 Wonderful Wagons We Want
That is a cool link. I want the avant. -Rolf Rich Thomas wrote: 2 Benzes, and some other greats. My dad bought a used Vista Cruiser back when for car #2, it was cool. --R http://www.wired.com/autopia/2010/07/12-wagons-we-want?pid=21 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Interpreting compression test results for W123 turbodiesel engine
The Harbor Freight models were known for leaks. Still I would assume that is a relatively correct reading. However, if the price is right its a core on a SLS head. -Rolf andrew strasfogel wrote: How would one confirm leaky testing? On Tue, Jul 6, 2010 at 4:24 PM, Rolf r...@winmutt.com wrote: Those numbers are way to low. Stuck rings, junk engine or leaky testing. -Rolf On 07/06/2010 03:33 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: I need a second opinion on the following account of a compression test from the seller of a 1985 300TD wagon. He himself is a tech and administered the test (he's not a Mercedes tech). Here are the compression results (the highest reading from each cylinder) with a warm engine, jumped battery [after a valve adjustment]. On #3 the adapter fitting was leaking so re-tested most if not all by snugging up the adapter with a socket first, this evened things out significantly. I did them on eight compression cycles each. They are lower than I would like to see but I believe it is because of a slow cranking speed [allegedly due to a tired starter motor]. There is, however, no way of really knowing this for certain unless the slow cranking [due to starter?] was replaced and another test was conducted. The readings: Cylinder 1- 220-225 2- 220 3- 200 4- 210 5- 230 Also noticed when adjusting the valves a very minute nick (1-2mm) on the edge/side of the #1 cam lobe. It is nothing that I would have any concern over at all but just want to disclose everything I see... My mechanic says the readings are way too low to allow the engine to start in cold temps due to worn rings. He says a new engine rates at 400, and that 275 is the absolute limit. Any comments? BTW, the car has 300+ K miles, has been well maintained, and hasn't been driven for the past year due to rust issues. TIA, Andrew 1983 300TD 1985 300 semi-TD (I sold the 280SE 3.5) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] AC Duracool as r-12 replacement
I think I have a few cans of r12 around. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The High Auto Exhibit
Ah you are right, he does not have an SLR. -Rolf E M wrote: Not Leno as far as I know. He has several Bugs, and a few Packards, but I don't think any of these are his collection. Ed 300E On 26 June 2010 16:01, Rolf Martin-Hoster r...@winmutt.com wrote: If I had to guess Mr Leno owns most of these. http://picasaweb.google.com/winmutt/HighMusuemAutos# ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] The High Auto Exhibit
If I had to guess Mr Leno owns most of these. http://picasaweb.google.com/winmutt/HighMusuemAutos# ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] rear axle bearings 84 300D 291,000 miles
I followed the DIY @ pp or bw cant remember which. Do yourself a favor and get an extra crush washer. -Rolf Mike Esh wrote: Is there a good DIY article out there on how to replace the rear (permanent bearings) on an 84 300D? Could/should axles be switched from side to side at this time? Thanks, Mike Whitehall, MI P.S. Still working on determining loss of diesel prime on same car. Slowly changing hoses as time allows. Last effort will be changing manual pump and seal. Currently has new style and fuel is not leaking anywhere that I can see. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ebay car for wifey. 87 300d
I am down for lunch before I head back. Plane touches down at 10am and rest is at tag office. Email me your contact info rolf at winmutt dot com. Tim C. wrote: http://search.ebay.com/290410904764 is the one. Looking for a 5spd swap setup if anyone has one. If I get 3-4 years out of the car I'll be super happy. I kid not that I was about 90 seconds from sniping that, but didn't want to explain to wife why she had an MB when she specifically asked for a BMW. Similarly I don't want to maintain a BMW so I buy nothing... but back to the post. I work 5 minutes from RDU's south parking lot and keep a fair toolchest in the trunk, and among other things a crane and trans jack at home, so if you are lacking something holler. Or need a ride, or hand, or just want to grab lunch on your way. -Tim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Epic double tranny swap/conversion week
FWIW the 230MM is for the Gwagen/v8 class. Sounds like you are having fun. By any chance are the speedo cable ends different like they can be on the 123? I just bought a 124 on ebay with a trans on its way out. Will certainly be looking for a 5 spd! -Rolf OK Don wrote: Todays progress - Got the auto tranny seperated from the blue engine, the pedal assemblies are out of both cars, as are the shifters. Got the clutch cylinder hydraulic lines moved from the gold to the blue car. Installed the flywheel on the blue engine (after another run to Harbor Freight for a T55 driver), and the new pilot bearing is in place. Then we found that the new clutch disk is too large for the flywheel/pressure plate! Crap! It is the proper MB part number per the EPC for the car, by VIN, but is 230mm in diameter, vs. the 200mm of the original one. Found one on-line, that is the correct diameter, to have over-nighted - hopefully we'll be able to finish the assembly, and start (if not complete) the installation Friday. We need to determine which pair of wires going to the neutral safety switch for the auto tranny control the starter, and which are (I'm guessing) the back-up lights. One pair is easily twice the diameter of the other pair, So my guess is that the thick wires are for the starter circuit. A wiring diagram for the 201 chassis would be a help at this point --- We're now thinking that perhaps a more realistic goal is to complete the Blue car, and sell the parts that are left over, rather than trying to re-assemble the gold car as an automatic. Anyone have an idea what used 2.2 engines and matching trannys are going for now? We'll have an engine, auto tranny, and rolling chassis. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Epic double tranny swap/conversion week
I know the 85 auto end was a square and the 81 manual trans was slotted. -Rolf OK Don wrote: Ahhrrrggg - nope, haven't looked that closely at the speedo ends yet! On Wed, Mar 17, 2010 at 7:52 PM, Rolf Martin-Hoster r...@winmutt.comwrote: FWIW the 230MM is for the Gwagen/v8 class. Sounds like you are having fun. By any chance are the speedo cable ends different like they can be on the 123? I just bought a 124 on ebay with a trans on its way out. Will certainly be looking for a 5 spd! -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Where is my checkbook?
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Re: [MBZ] Gonna snow in ATL today.
I am hearing its going to be a high of 54 by friday! Typical Atlanta weather single digits to spring in 3 days or less! -Rolf Fmiser wrote: Curt Raymond wrote: LOL you guys crack me up. I did 17 miles on the snowmobile tonight. Conditions are terrible, I'd kill for some more snow. What Atlanta calls snow and what you call snow are probably NOT the same thing! heheh. -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - Mathieu's back!
It is situations like this that really make you reevaluate your life. It usually makes you a better person and stronger family once things are back to normal! I have been working on getting everything memorabilia wise converted over to digital and then stored on a local server, backed up to a usb drive and then stored on a remote server... Similarly I had a friend that had all of his family pics stored on a redundant server and backed up to a local drive, then lost everything when the basement flooded. -Rolf Mathieu J. Cama wrote: On Jan 8, 2010, at 5:50 PM, Rolf wrote: I'm happy to hear most is OK. Count yourself lucky you had flood insurance at all... A friend neighbors mortgage company had said that he could cancel his, 2 months before his house was flooded in that storm :(... -Rolf All of our neighbors had no flood insurance. Granted they still have habitable homes, many of them did wind up with 5 figure losses. Our community pulled together to help one another out after the flood. We give thanks for the fact that we did have flood insurance as it seems it will turn out OK for the most part. Still it is not near enough to rebuild or replace what was lost and temporary housing is not part of the policy. Having our health is the key. The worst of it is the loss of family pictures and the like. The rest is just stuff, including the cars. It seems Cobb county is doing a good job of taking care of its habitants who were effected. Gwinnett county... well that is another story. My heart goes out to anyone who has gone through something like this. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bommelmutze fur deine Stern
And then there was a hill.I love the 240D. Some article was titled how to be modest for $21,000 (in 80s money) and I think that is one of the best descriptions I have heard of the line. I might get one for commuting. -Rolf Curt Raymond wrote: Au Contraire! Maybe you're babied little ride doesn't do 80 but my 240D has been flogged up to the redline (86mph) and held there many many times, sometimes for an hour or more at a time. ;) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] beer question -- yuengling
They are now distributed by Anheiser Busch. Gary Hurst wrote: when i was a kid, yuengling was a strong regional beer. if you happened to be in certain areas, the beer at any bar was yuengling just as in certain areas the beer was genesee. there were sure signs you were out of the city and someplace completely else. lately, everywhere i go i see yuengling, like it has exploded in distribution. it kinda tastes like what i would expect, so it isn't just relabeled bud light. anyone know what's going on here? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] wtf?
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-280-SEL-1972-mercedes-280-SEL-4-5_W0QQitemZ110443183369QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item19b6ed3d09 That is one sweet ride. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] SLS, was Re: Great car but it needs a motor
I recently faced SLS failure leaking shocks etc. I ended up replacing the adjustable linkage on the valve and the spheres and all is well again. The valve needs to be rebuild as it does not fill or empty quite like it should but it makes for a smooth ride. Rusty @ buymbparts beat everyones prices by a good percentage. -Rolf Peter Frederick wrote: I had to replace the accumulators on my 88 TE when I got it about 7 years ago. No work of any kind since -- holds oil, works prefectly. Ride is great, so is handling, empty of fully loaded. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Matt Cama family flooded out
I asked for paypal or EFT info on mbca. If nothing else I can lend muscle for cleanup. -Rolf andrew strasfogel wrote: I would love to donate. I wonder if there's a way to do this through Paypal. On Tue, Sep 22, 2009 at 3:26 PM, Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.comwrote: On Tue, Sep 22, 2009 at 12:04 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Was ist ein Panzerwagen? Haben Sie ein photo? Mercedes engineers' slang for the 107 series SL, due to the body's strength and rigidity. (This from Mercedes SL SLC by L.J.K. Setright, RIP). Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090922/bd88d517/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] ticketable
I think risking your life every day for 20 years is plenty enough. Certainly there are aholes out there but many cops do a good job which goes unrecognized for many. It is a shame that such a fine profession attracts so man worthless incompetent ego trippers. -Rolf Mitch Haley wrote: relng...@aol.com wrote: Reminds me of a long time ago when a small engine problem reared it's ugly head and I made a forced landing in I-5 south of Eugene Oregon, the OSP trooper spent some time paging through his little book looking for something he could ticket me for. Never found one. And they never figure out that this I don't know what law you broke, but I'll find one I can twist to fit you if I look long enough attitude leads to the rest of us resenting our tax dollars being used to fund large paychecks and early (after 20 years of employment) retirement for bullies. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 240D Heater Core
As stated its probably one of the biggest PITA RR out there. I'd rather do an engine swap I think. One thing I can tell you a cordless drill with 1/4 socket adapter and 8/10/13mm sockets will do wonders time wise.I have to do this on my wifes car and I am not looking forward to it. Heater core costs $300! I think I'll pull the one out my wifes first and look at it. -Rolf John Ingram wrote: When I turn on the heat in my 83 240D I can smell antifreeze. It doesn't fog up the windows but I know it isn't healthy and will only get worse. I can't find a leak. One of my suppliers says he has sold a lot of heater cores. I would guess that I need to replace it. Has anyone done this job? I hear it is tough to get at the heater core. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks, John Ingram 83 240D 258K -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090916/0c50e96f/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Oscilloscope
Ah its a tube scope I see. Jim Cathey wrote: I am in Atlanta, how much you think it weighs? I found a local one for $75 but $40 is more my range these days. Old Tek tube scopes (for example) are excellent, for what they are, but nobody in their right mind would want to ship one! -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] California fire pix
Boston.com always has the most fantastic photos from any current event. Thanks for sharing. -Rolf relng...@aol.com wrote: http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/2009/09/wildfires_in_southern_californ.html -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090911/b534080a/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Oscilloscope
I am in Atlanta, how much you think it weighs? I found a local one for $75 but $40 is more my range these days. -Rolf Frederick W Moir wrote: Winmutt. Where in the country do you live? I have an Olde but functioning Tek you can have. if you live somewhere in the N.E. Fred Moir Lynn MA At 09:19 AM 9/10/2009, you wrote: All of the knobs are for reading, there is a section in the lower right for calibration (signal generation) that I didnt take a picture of.. The signal you see on the scope is generated by me. I have not way to measure peak to peak that I can tell. The calibration didn't seem to have any of generating specific frequencies, which would do the job for me. I really like this ancient bit but I think it's not up to today's task. -Rolf Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Doesn't make much sense that an O-scope can't measure freq. I looked at the pix and the only controls I see seem to be related to signal generation, none of them seem to be for measuring. Again, how do you know this is an O-scope? Is there a name plate that says something like Mark 5 Mod 0 Oscilloscope ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Oscilloscope
Seconds? Division? Thats fancy talk. When I mean antique I mean Korean? war. Here are some pics. http://winmutt.com/images/scope/ I did think about using AC 60hz as a calibration. Pretty sure the CRT on this thing will give you cancer if you stand infront of it heh. Thanks. -Rolf Jim Cathey wrote: I need to figure out if I am generating a 140hz signal with an antique of a scope. Scope does not have any fancy setting like time. It is a navy relic. How do I go about measuring the frequency? I have a signal showing 3 cycles with 100hz sweep. Do I need a better scope? Better is easier, but not absolutely necessary. How do you know it's a 100Hz sweep? But the completely uncalibrated sweeps are difficult to use for frequency. Usually the sweep speeds are in steps, X seconds/division, and you just count the number of divisions and multiply/divide. They're not uncalibrated. But if it's an unmarked knob you'd only normally use that for waveform quality. 140 Hz is very close to C#3 on a piano. Compare it by ear? Feed signal to a tuner? (Cheap frequency counter.) My Fluke DMM does Hz on AC. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Oscilloscope
I need to figure out if I am generating a 140hz signal with an antique of a scope. Scope does not have any fancy setting like time. It is a navy relic. Hos do I go about measuring the frequency? I have a signal showing 3 cycles with 100hz sweep. Do I need a better scope? -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] this is one sweet looking 280 euro 5 speed
I have a hard time believing thats a factory combo and it doesn't pull up on mbclub.ru vin decoder site. 280 in an long body? How much does that weigh? -Rolf Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-280SEL-Rare-1983-Mercedes-S-Body-5-SPEED-MANUAL_W0QQitemZ140343187887QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item20ad1b19af_trksid=p4506.c0.m245 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] SLS parts
Need some shocks and accumulators and I'm broke. Anyone with used ones email me directly and we can talk price. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Adjusting the W123 injection pump dampener screw
I adjust mine with the engine running. The rack dampener is just a bandaid fix, uneven idle is a sign that it is time to have the IP on the bench. Of course that costs money and anyone can adjust a rack dampener :D -Rolf harry watkins wrote: From Mac, Aug, 2008 The rack damper bolt is only part of the equation with respect to getting the idle 'right', or as right as it can be. First, the adjustment has to be done with the engine as hot as you can get it, so if you are able to work in a place near a stretch of highway all the better (mine have always run roughest right after a highway drive). This means you have about 10 minutes in which to work, before the engine cools off too much at idle. Second, as these engines age (by which I mean at higher mileages) they seem to each have their own 'sweet spot'. Some run very well at low idle RPMs. Three out of the four I have had did not. You have to adjust the idle speed as well as the rack damper - you may not be able to get a smooth idle at your current idle speed point. The third point is the injectors, but you have seen to that (I can't find your original post now, but I am assuming you had them professionally cleaned). Good luck Mac - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, August 08, 2009 1:52 PM Subject: [MBZ] Adjusting the W123 injection pump dampener screw The use to be a link to an explanation on how to adjust the injection pump dampener on a W123 turbodiesel to cure 'the shakes at idle. Does anyone have a live link to this article? Andrew W123 300cd and 300 td (2) -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090808/1dfc2699/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] polishing
I'll be putting the finishing touches on my C300 tonight for tomorrow's Seattle Section MBCA Car Show. I've already clayed it followed by polishing with a Menzerna polish for nano-particle clears. Then a Speed Shine cleanup (my favorite detailing spray from Griot's). After that I applied Menzerna paint sealant followed by Griot's liquid Concours wax. I do this about every six months with Speed Shine and spray wax in between when I think it needs it. *writes that down* Wow. Rain is in the forecast. Good old Murphy's law. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 stuff for sale.
I will check. -Rolf Rich Thomas wrote: Is that 126 steering gear box tight? --R Rolf Martin-Hoster wrote: Some other things are on here that are not listed previously. If you see something not listed email me directly (rolf at winmutt dot com) and well work something out. http://picasaweb.google.com/winmutt/GarageSale# Need to clear out some crap. Shipping included to lower 48 : 2 x zebrano ashtray very good condition, $20 1 x euro ashtray indestructable, $15 1 x right corner of dash burlwood very good condition, $20 1 x center of dash burlwood fair condition, $15 1 x headlight adust vac switch very good condition, $10 1 x passenger reading light center light (rare option came from SD with leather), $40 Shipping not included to lower 48 : 1 x medkit, java(ish) interior: $20 1 x rear euro bumper, golfball sized dent but no chrome clake, $40 1 x rear TD bumper, $40 This is just off the top of my head. I'll go rummage around some tonight and see what else I can dig up. If anyone wants pictures of stuff LMK. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090804/1a307782/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123 stuff for sale.
Some other things are on here that are not listed previously. If you see something not listed email me directly (rolf at winmutt dot com) and well work something out. http://picasaweb.google.com/winmutt/GarageSale# Need to clear out some crap. Shipping included to lower 48 : 2 x zebrano ashtray very good condition, $20 1 x euro ashtray indestructable, $15 1 x right corner of dash burlwood very good condition, $20 1 x center of dash burlwood fair condition, $15 1 x headlight adust vac switch very good condition, $10 1 x passenger reading light center light (rare option came from SD with leather), $40 Shipping not included to lower 48 : 1 x medkit, java(ish) interior: $20 1 x rear euro bumper, golfball sized dent but no chrome clake, $40 1 x rear TD bumper, $40 This is just off the top of my head. I'll go rummage around some tonight and see what else I can dig up. If anyone wants pictures of stuff LMK. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090804/1a307782/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Turbo Adjustment 84 300D
There is a pretty big seat of the pants difference in acceleration between 9 and 11.5psi. I would measure the boost after the overboost protection valve and verify that the ALDA is seeing 11.5. Adjusting the WG spring on the T3 is a huge PITA, so much so I'd just as soon get one of the manual boost controllers off ebay for $9 and put it on. Inconsistent starting, try unhooking the vac line to the engine shutoff the next time its giving you problems. As someone else said it could also be air in the lines, crack the injector line at the injector and verify fuel is coming out. -Rolf Mitch Haley wrote: Benz Hogs wrote: Usually the wastegate will fail open and allow no boost pressure. Also check the overboost valve (bypass it if you wish). This is a common problem in low boost diagnosis. I can well imagine a wastegate spring weakening enough in 25 years to turn 11.x psi into 9.0 psi. I can also imagine it being set below 10psi from the factory. What I can't imagine is being able to tell the difference without a boost gauge or a good stopwatch. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] EPA fuel economy adjustments
http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/calculatorCompareSideBySidePopUp.jsp?column=1id=337 ??? I got 29MPG last week! Seriously, in the city with a lead foot I would average 23mpg. Of course I don't use AC but 23mpg hwy seems low. Mitch Haley wrote: Christopher McCann wrote: Lo and behold, the fuel economy ratings have been changed. Here is the 1985 300SD ratings (old and new): http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/calculatorCompareSideBySidePopUp.jsp?column=1id=338 The test cycle for the 2008 models was so different that they knocked 10% off all the old cars to keep the new ones from looking bad. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] anybody need any 123 coupe parts?
I am always looking for aftermarket bodykit parts. that 82 sounds like a possible. -Rolf Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Original Message Subject: Mercedes Benz Parts Available (LKQ Self Service) Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 15:42:49 -0700 (PDT) From: ka...@striplin.net To: ka...@striplin.net ka...@striplin.net has forwarded you this craigslist.org posting. Please see below for more information. Mercedes Benz Parts Available Reply to: sale-vgtf9-1305196...@craigslist.org Date: 2009-08-04, 10:19AM LKQ Self Service 3112 North Peoria Tulsa, OK 74106 918-794-7846 We just added two older Mercedez Benz cars to our inventory. The first one is a 82 230CE model and the second is a 79 280CE model. Everything is first come first serve, you will need to bring your tools to pull the parts. Please give us a call if you need a price quoted for a specific part. Everything we sell comes with a 30 day warranty and we have the best prices and selection in town. Our business hours are: Mon - Fri 9am - 6pm Sat - Sun 8am - 6pm * Location: LKQ Self Service * it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests Original URL: http://tulsa.craigslist.org/pts/1305196542.html /this craigslist posting was forwarded to you by someone using our email-a-friend feature - if you want to prevent these, please go to: / http://www.craigslist.org/cgi-bin/te/sF2aAJWZyR3csBXau4Wa0VmbN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I have sweaty palms
This email is worthless without attachments :D. Those pics are probably pretty cool. -Rolf archer wrote: From: WILTON Started to drive an Air Force car leisurely up it (well a little way, anyway) in Feb '78, but it started snowing, and I finked out and turned back. 'Couldn't take the chance on possibly having to splain why I had an Air Force car stuck on or off in a ravine on Pike's Peak. Wilton --- Got some pictures of my uncle, an Indiana Ford dealer, who made a trip in a model T and drove it up Pikes Peak when it was (I think) a dirt road. This was during the 19-teens or 1920s. There were very few hotels (motels hadn't been invented yet) along the way, so they slept in a tent that was especially designed to attach to the Model T touring car they drove. I think Pikes Peak was as far as they drove west. Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I have sweaty palms
If its that much work probably not. I love old stuff like that. -Rolf archer wrote: Hi Rolf, Didn't think anyone would be interested in seeing them. Next time I go to the storage place I'll dig 'em out and post 'em. Gerry --- From: Rolf Martin-Hoster r...@winmutt.com This email is worthless without attachments :D. Those pics are probably pretty cool. -Rolf archer wrote: From: WILTON Started to drive an Air Force car leisurely up it (well a little way, anyway) in Feb '78, but it started snowing, and I finked out and turned back. 'Couldn't take the chance on possibly having to splain why I had an Air Force car stuck on or off in a ravine on Pike's Peak. Wilton --- Got some pictures of my uncle, an Indiana Ford dealer, who made a trip in a model T and drove it up Pikes Peak when it was (I think) a dirt road. This was during the 19-teens or 1920s. There were very few hotels (motels hadn't been invented yet) along the way, so they slept in a tent that was especially designed to attach to the Model T touring car they drove. I think Pikes Peak was as far as they drove west. Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need W123 Hirschmann antenna for W123 coupe
What year is the CD? -Rolf Jim Cathey wrote: I had another one I got out of a 123 and it was yet again different. There must be a bunch of different models or something Yes. At least four that I know of in the 70's-90's. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] front brake rotors keep glazing over
He also is driving a TD which is heavier and dives a good deal more on braking. I recommend swapping to the 1st gen SD setup, the vented rotors will keep things cooler. Calipers and rotors are a direct bolt on. 2nd gen will work fine as well but then you need 15 or larger wheels. -Rolf Craig McCluskey wrote: On Fri, 3 Jul 2009 13:42:43 -0400 michael lendzian bigmik...@gmail.com The standard Mercedes rotors have worked well for many people for many miles. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] This weeks Crack User
My wife wants to know where are the pics of the car it comes with. -Rolf Russ Williams wrote: I wonder if this Becker has a Gold chassis and Case? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=290328877123viewitem=sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Vacuum frustration -- solved
If my car did this I would divorce my wife. -Rolf Rich Thomas wrote: It sucks and blows, back and forth. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Injection pump 1984 300D
Cam timing and valve adjustment first, certainly. Rack dampener bolt is a bandaid fix for a pump getting out of tune. Cost around here is $200 to put it on th bench and tune. -Rolf Christopher McCann wrote: loping slightly at idle is almost certainly (esp. if at HOT idle, like after coming off the highway) the rack damper bolt. Hard start could be a bad glow plug or, more likely, the valves need to be adjusted. I would definitely check these things first. Chris 1985 300SD 244K miles --- On Sun, 7/5/09, Michael Esh michael...@me.com wrote: From: Michael Esh michael...@me.com Subject: [MBZ] Injection pump 1984 300D To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Date: Sunday, July 5, 2009, 11:42 AM What are the symptoms of a worn or improperly working injection pump in a 1984 300D. My car (260,000 miles)has been losing power over the last year, is beginning to start hard and lopes slightly at idle. I have replaced filters and have put in rebuilt injectors (local bosch injector service)in recently. Is there a way to test one while still in the car? Thanks, Mike ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] RENNtech sex on wheels
If I was single and didn't have mouths to feed I'd be looking at that car in my garage. -Rolf Craig McCluskey wrote: On Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:44:32 -0400 winmutt r...@winmutt.com wrote: http://hatchandsons.com/pages/sales/JB21/index.html I'll take 2 please. Notice there is no price listed ... If you have to ask how much it costs, you can't afford it. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W123/126 steerinb box rebuild?
How can you test play when its not powered? -Rolf Jim Cathey wrote: Most folks just go down to the bone yard and buy a good used box for about $100. If you go to a do it yourself yard you may get one even cheaper and then you can test the play as well before pulling the box. Mine was $22 at the U-Pull. (But they took another $13 for the Pittman arm that I wasn't willing or prepared to take off of it.) -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 67 200D is completed (almost)
Is the car named Rolf? -Rolf archer wrote: From: Gary Hurst jabbahur...@gmail.co rear discs are vastly overrated. Rich Thomas Can you do any upgrades on the car? I noticed rear drums, could you retrofit discs? Maybe drop a blown 350 in it for a little extra mph? Chop, drop, channel? Some AR rims and fat tires? Flamethrower exhausts? Big thumper sound system? Some underbody neon? Hydraulics for some bouncin and low ridin? Or maybe some twennyfos and donked? Other than that it looks pretty nice. --R Bob Hamilton wrote: After 4 years, I have the 200D pretty much finished. There are pictures and even a video with audio at: http://picasaweb.google.ca/hamibob/Rolf67200D# I think it looks pretty good. I've done all the body work and painting myself - learned lots and had patience to get it done. I drove it yesterday morning for the first time in over 4 years. Definitely a nice car to drive. Bob Hi Bob, How much do you want for it? Where do you live? Gerry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Remember my shutoff issue where vac was ok?
Solved. I pulled another ring from one of my spare IP's, used it as a spacer and the car shuts off better. It still runs through a half a cycle but its acceptable. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I'm back!
John- The mail gods aligned and I got back as well. You still have the engine on the cheap? We blew it in the lemons race. Last thing I heard: If she keeps overheating we'll just run her dry. Considering we were using a perforated dryer door as out air filter I am not surprised. There is a cheap 91 in town but I don't know that its worth the effort at this point. -Rolf John Robbins wrote: Don't know if anyone actually missed me, but I'm *finally* done with EcoCAR (we got 3rd) so I have free time again! I might be able to post to the list now and then, and hopefully I'll get to working on my cars as well. Need to get the last few pieces of the wagon re-installed, insure it, and then get the OE German hitch installed :) On the 500SE I need to repair a brake line, guide rod mounts, and replace the cam oiler tubes. Also managed to sneak in a trip to Germany... VERY awesome trip!! I hope to go back sometime, but it'll take a little while to build up the funds for that. Hit 95k miles in the CDI last week :) John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Went to the Cohutta National Park Wildlife Management Area today.
Took lots of pics with our new Fujitsu camera. I am floored by the shots it took for under $200. 12x optical zoom and a bunch of features I would only expect on a SLR. Sorry if I got click happy. Some decent shots of my car and lots of scenery. http://picasaweb.google.com/winmutt/2009_0613_cohutta_wma_# -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Slow to shut off W123
Before you say anything it is NOT a vac problem. I can pull 25 on the diaphragm without issue. Even tested a spare diaphragm. My linkage is a bit wonky and I can't stop with the stop lever either. Could the two be related? -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Short list of things I am doing on my w123 this 32nd birthday weekend.
Installing new clutch/flywheel using the GWagen 23cm clutch Installing 26mm TD front sway bar (the 15mm was *that* good). Installing a new rear diff and one new axle(my old one is chunky). Diagnosing doorlock vac issues and putting my euro lock pegs in. And of course the obligatory car wash. I believe we will have a large number of good quality pictures for all of these, I will post those when I get 'em. Here is my recent, unverified 0-60 on B100 from the pump (turn down your sound ) : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nREKAqKt1E . This was under 11s with a slipping clutch on a fairly flat road crossing the city dump, I can't wait to see what it is on D2 after a new clutch. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Motoroam road trip #1.
She runs she runs! Kind of. Sucking in air somewhere, trying to figure out where. This was running on starter fluid: http://superturbodiesel.com/std/74-o309d-motoroam-om314-t-206.html#pid2293 She sounded real smooth. This is an A pump, anyone have experience? We put on new filter, pumped all the old diesel out, isolated the engine and ran off a 5 gal jug of diesel. There was one hose on the rear of the engine that broke off and I did not put a hose on and run into the jug. I am now thinking this is where the air was being sucked in but as of yet I can't find its purpose in the FSM. It would have fed off the incoming line from the fuel tank. -Rolf -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090202/9aee3a69/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Motoroam road trip #1.
Going down to Pass Christian to fetch the Motoroam. Turns out it is a L508D, got the datacard. Steven at Euro Truck importers hooked me up with oil and fuel filters. 2 friends and I are going to leave after work tomorrow and drive 411 miles. With any luck I'll be driving back on Sunday with the hooptie. Can't wait. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090129/dc24759b/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] More pics of my o309d Motoroam nightmare.
Anyone know if om314 is 24v starter? On Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 4:29 PM, Rolf Martin-Hoster winm...@gmail.comwrote: I am going to strip it. Not gut but get all the upholstery, carpet, fixtures etc etc. Clean and paint. I may end up gutting but I would like to avoid that. Certainly will be the hawtness for the Drive-In movies. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090109/e3e6f5fb/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] More pics of my o309d Motoroam nightmare.
Kalebs email servers hate me, I had to fall back to my gmail account. Anyways new pics of my motoroam! http://superturbodiesel.com/images/benz/o309d motoroam/ -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090107/865c17db/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] More pics of my o309d Motoroam nightmare.
Its a dream but for $800 so far it is a steal. On Wed, Jan 7, 2009 at 3:31 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Rolf Martin-Hoster wrote: http://superturbodiesel.com/images/benz/o309d%20motoroam/ Is that mold on the dash and rust on the radio? http://superturbodiesel.com/images/benz/o309d%20motoroam/DSCF0001.JPG It has potential if you can restore it. IIRC, it was way cheaper than a good one sells for. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090107/86025d09/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] More pics of my o309d Motoroam nightmare.
I am going to strip it. Not gut but get all the upholstery, carpet, fixtures etc etc. Clean and paint. I may end up gutting but I would like to avoid that. Certainly will be the hawtness for the Drive-In movies. -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090107/ca1afb2f/attachment.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Help! I am looking for a shadetree in NOLA/Biloxi
Need some tires kicked, compression measured, and an attempt to kick start a vehicle. Filters, fluids and fresh fuel kind of thing. Will pay $. Otherwise I am also looking for a reputable diesel benz mechanic in the area. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: syncronized swimming is def the new hotness
http://machochip.com/Bia%20And%20Branca%20Feres%202.jpg Also anyone know if Allison Stokke is on the Olympic team? I'd like to give her a pole to vault.. http://thefront.files.wordpress.com/2007/06/stokke.jpg?w=275h=400 Man, I have never been so excited about the summer Olympics. They even have a black dude on the Russian basketball team. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Decent looking low mileage 87 300D in Atlanta on CL
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/car/755146023.html I'll do a PPI for list members for free if anyone is interested. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
