Re: [MBZ] Why are the FEDS boycotting diesel cars? (used to be)Ford Diesels?
Garrison Keillor, the guy from "A Prarie Home Companion" on a lot of public radio stations. You can find the commerical on the net if you poke around a bit. On 1/11/07, Bob Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Curt mentioned: "Honda has a brilliant diesel marketing campaign in the UK based largely on an American radio personality..." Whom is that? Bob R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] '87 190D 2.5 Turbo manual
Neither. Mercedes doesn't mix turbos and manual transmissions. Tjohn 82 300SD 238K On 8/27/06, Luther Gulseth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Was this car a U.S. model or grey market car? TIA. -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (235kmi WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (160kmi) '82 300D (74kmi needs block or engine) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Tire changing sucks
This certainly isn't an option for most, but if you have access to a military auto hobby shop, they invariably have a tire machine. Once I learned how to use it, took about a half hour for all four. I started doing it because my metal valves got thrown out one time too many. Tjohn 82 300 SD 238K On 8/27/06, Harry Watkins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I don't regret suckering up for the HF manual changer and it is Manual. Its anchored to the basement floor so the wheel is anchored waist high and easy to fool with. I have used it about 12 times with satisfying results, which includes two tires for a friend. The biggest problem I had to solve was seating the bead with my small compressor. I made a three legged lift with scrap rebar, hung it from the ceiling with a ratchet strap and apply a little upward presser, use tire lube, apply air and it seats. My main reason for doing this is what happens when I hire it done. A few sad stories to tell, makes it hard for me to trust the work. Harry Watkins Newton, MS 86 SDL Silver 85 300D Euro 86 SDL Gold 81 240D manual trans - Original Message - From: "Peter Frederick" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, August 27, 2006 12:04 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Tire changing sucks > Yeah, I've changed a couple by hand. > > I now take them to a tire store and pay for it, saves lots of work. > Unless you have the right tools, it's a real chore! > > Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1983 300D Fuse and AC Issues
Ok, pressures are all relative, you really need to know low and high side pressures to get a full picture of what's happening. Also need to have an idea of the ambient temperature. The temperature/pressure chart at www.aircondition.com can help there. Also, it sounds like you perhaps do not have a set of manifold gauges? Mandatory for A/C work, Harbor Freight sells a set for $50 or a bit less on sale. An easy way to cheat is to monitor your center vent temperature. I like to watch the temperature as I add refrigerant, and of course quit when the temperature stops going down. You want to watch that especially with R134, because I thought that 2.2 pounds was the weight for R12. R134 should be around 25% less... Tjohn 82 300 SD 230K On 4/23/06, Levi Smith <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > And speaking of AC... I've been monkeying with adding R134 to my system > (this being my first time, though the previous owner had converted > it). It > does seem to be working as the compressor is now kicking on, and I got it > up > to around maybe 35psi. But according to the can I'd probably rather be > closer to 55psi... > Now, if I've got this thing figured out, I'll never be able to fully add a > 13oz can as I can only empty it until the pressures are equalized. > Still, I've now added *about* 3 cans (I learned on the first one that as > much as it says shake well before using, they're so full that you can't > really shake much, but if you don't shake it during the adding, you'll > only > put about 1/4-1/2 the can in). > Still, it seems like it should only take about 3 cans to fill the system > (the label reads 2.2lbs), yet on the 3rd can I just put in, I still > couldn't > seem to get the pressure much over 35psi. Am I just adding more to the > system that is cycling and that's why I'm not seeing the immediate > increase? Or do I more likely have a leak? Or am I missing something > else > obvious? > > Thanks! > Levi > 83' 300D > ___ > http://www.striplin.net > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net >
Re: [MBZ] W126 Seatbelt
What really sounds like you need is a new retractor/tensioner. I know I need to replace all of mine. The front belts just dangle uselessly like a wet noodle when released. Tjohn 82 300 SD 230K On 4/23/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I bet new ones are pretty expensive, new is probably much cheaper. > > Peter T. Arnold wrote: > > > SWMBO slammed door on seat belt buckle, broke the handle making it > > difficult to engage. I guess I need a new passenger's side belt now. > > Bet that makes Rusty happy ;-) > > > > > > -- > > > > Regards, > > > > Peter T. Arnold > > > > 1987 300SDL 240KMI > > 1995 F-250 PowerChoke 190Kmi > > 1954 Metropolitan Convertible, Hanger Queen > > Wife has a Cruizer, 80 Kmi, as reliable as an Ice Box, the car that > > is! > > > > ___ > > http://www.striplin.net > > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net > > > > > > > > -- > Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK > 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, > 84 190D 2.2, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, > 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 72 250C, 69 250 > http://www.striplin.net > > ___ > http://www.striplin.net > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net >
Re: [MBZ] Oil Cooler Lines
Mine seeped a bit, then began to leak in earnest before I replaced them. They pretty quickly got to a point where a 30 min highway drive would produce a spectacular spray of black oil on the drivers side of the car. I removed the mounts to do the job, and even then it was unpleasant. I didn't have any problem unscrewing the lines, but I understand I may have been lucky in this regard. Not a bad time to replace a leaky oil filter housing gasket while youre in there. Tjohn 82 300 SD 230K On 2/27/06, Christopher McCann <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I have no idea how to replace them, but I know that Marshall says > they are designed to leak before they blow and when they do, you empty > your engine of oil very quickly, usually before you know it, and hence > will need a new engine. > > Chris > > Richard Murdoch <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: The lower oil cooler > line on our 82 300TDt is leaking. > > Can it be worked around the mount or will I have to take the motor mount > loose? > > Any tips will be greatly appreciated. > > Richard Murdoch > 82 300TDt > 82 240D > > > ___ > http://www.striplin.net > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net > > > > Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri > -2005 Blue Point Siamese, "Rose" > -1992 Volkswagen Golf, diesel, 185K km, "Nanook" > -1987 300TD, 151K, "Rotkäppchen" > -1985 300SD, 211K, "Wulf" > -1976 240D, ?K, "AKP-Wagen" (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen) > -1972 Jacobsen 21" Turbo Vent > -1971 Case 222 Hydrive, 12HP Kohler, 38" deck, Snowcaster, "One Banger" > > - > Relax. Yahoo! Mail virus scanning helps detect nasty viruses! > ___ > http://www.striplin.net > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net >
Re: [MBZ] O/T G-Mail
Done.
Tjohn 82 300 SD 230K
On 3/5/06, Peter T. Arnold <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
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> I'd like to try G-Mail. I understand that I need an invite. I have
> very few character faults {Aside from being over weight, full of
> arthritis, older than dirt, thanks to my memory I have a good sex
> life}
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> 1987 300SDL 239KMI
> 1995 F-250 PowerChoke 190Kmi
> 1954 Mertopolitan Convertable, Hanger Queen
> Wife has a Cruizer, as reliable as an Ice Box, the car that is!
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Re: [MBZ] shorts
This is exactly what happensed to me. The wire was exposed upstream of the antenna motor, and would occasionally ground out. This was in the trunk along the drivers side. Fortunately turned out to be an easy diagnosis and fix. Tjohn 82 300 SD On 1/25/06, John Berryman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > On Wednesday, January 25, 2006, at 07:08 PM, Peter Frederick wrote: > > > Wish my current "gremlin" was so easy -- fuse keeps blowing on my > > brother's SDL, the one for the antenna motor and door locks -- still > > pull huge current with both unplugged, anyone have any ideas? > > > > Thanks! > > > > Peter > > Check the wiring for both. Its gotta be rubbed through to ground > somewhere. > > Johnny B. > I Mac Therefore I am > ___ > http://www.striplin.net > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net >
Re: [MBZ] 603 #17 head on ebay no affiliation
I'm not so sure. This thing is mis-listed under the "instrument clusters" section and may cut down on the views. I tried to post this auction this morning, but it didn't go thru. It's had about a hundred views today. Tjohn 82 300 SD 225K On 1/10/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I'm anticipating that the feeding frenzy over that thing will become > quite entertaining. I'd like to bid, but I suspect it's just gonna go > up into brand new #22 price territory. > > >
[MBZ] Cheap Ebay 603 head
Gather 'round boys and girls. Guy is offering up a no. 17 head, and its mislisted (under instrument clusters) so it may go cheaper than usual. Sorry if this has been posted previously. Sorry if you were keeping this your little secret. :) *http://tinyurl.com/dj2ju* <http://tinyurl.com/dj2ju> Tjohn 82 300 SD 225K
Re: [MBZ] 250se - info needed
It's a W108. Beautiful cars, the "last of the handbuilt Mercedes" or so its fans claim. Check the 108 list, and here's a website to get you started.<http://www.geocities.com/mbz109/> Be warned, its one of the Geocities (popup) sites. Tjohn 82 300 SD 225K On 12/30/05, Chris Granju <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hi. > > A friend just told me he found a 1968 250SE locally. I thought it might > be an interesting project. Anyone know any info about these? Is it > valuable/desirable ? I'm assuming it's a sedan, not a coupe/cabriolet. > any good info links out there?? > > thanks > -chris > > ___ > >
Re: [MBZ] WOW, this guy has bad feedback
Yeah, he does. more than 11,000 negatives this year. BUT I will say that at least in the few negs I looked at, he 1. didn't even claim that the items worked (specifically mentioned that they might be DOA and that he didn't check them) and 2. didn't leave retaliatory negs. Tjohn 82 300 SD 225K On 12/29/05, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/220-Mercedes-Benz-W-126-Right-Hand-Headlight-NR_W0QQitemZ8026449881QQcategoryZ33710QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem > -- > >
Re: [MBZ] 126
126's are wonderful cars. Make sure that you check the trunk for rust, both in the wheel well, and underneath the package shelf (you may have to lie on your back in the trunk to see it). I believe that as others have stated the 380 engine is a bit underpowered, although the double chain versions are perfectly reliable. I actually prefer the diesel, since its low end grunt makes it accelerate acceptably for around town driving. You'll find that the 560 returns mileage only a couple mpg less, and with a large plus up in the hp department - and you could put all the hydraulic suspension knowledge to use. You'll soon see why Kaleb swapped in the 500 engine in his. Tjohn 82 300 SD 220K On 12/28/05, Donald Snook <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Anyone have any opinions about the reliability/driveability of the older > 126 380SE. I found an 85 that appears to be VERY nice. > > > > >
[MBZ] Is this an OM 612?
Is this a Sprinter engine? Seems like a good price if so... I just wish I had the funds to make one work in my 126... I have dreams of increased horsepower and mileage. http://makeashorterlink.com/?P1FB2206C Tjohn 82 300 SD 220K
Re: [MBZ] transmission repair, 300SD
At one point I know Rusty was advertising rebuilt trannys for around $1500 w/ warranty. I'd definitely call him before Adsit. Tjohn 82 300 SD On 12/6/05, Hans Neureiter <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > This is what Jaggi replied to my inquiry: > 1982 Mercedes 300SD, 722303 02 174697 Transmission. > ~ 165 k miles. Transmission leaks @ front (pump seal ?). > Please quote estimated rebuilt cost. > Can you do R & R from/in vehicle ? > > Reply: > 12-5-05 > The front pump seal 010 997 50 47 is $12.00. We do not R&R transmissions. > The cost on a rebuild is $1800.00 without converter. > > >
Re: [MBZ] Something fishy at Mercedes
All the pics you could possibly want are right here.<http://www.germancarfans.com/news.cfm/newsid/2050607.004> I would seriously consider this sucker if it were to be produced at something approaching a reasonable price. Tjohn 82 300 SD On 11/28/05, Jeff Zedic <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Thought the list might enjoy this storyno pics of the car though.. > > >
Re: [MBZ] ADMIN: Gabriel
And there was much rejoicing. Tjohn 82 300 SD On 11/21/05, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Just wanted to let everyone know that Gabriel has become the first > member to be banned from the list. >
Re: [MBZ] New w107 owner
Replace the window seals to make sure the silly thing is water tight. Look down below carpet and carpet pad behind the seats to make sure no rust - it loves to form there. Leaks in the trunk usually are tail light gasket. Subframe was defective resulting in cracking, MB was still honoring recall last time I looked (two years ago). And a big second on the D-Jet thing. That electronic FI was always problematic, MB went to K-Jet mechanical injection within a couple or three years. Good thing is yours should have avoided all that pesky emissions stuff, and actually develop a couple hundred horsepower or so. Oh, and watch timing chain like a hawk on these babys. For all that, a 107 even in mediocre condition draws constant comments, in a way that my much nicer 126 never has. Tjohn 82 300 SD 77 450 SL (gone) :( On 11/19/05, Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > We own three 107's. (But of course we only want to own two!) > >
Re: [MBZ] Oil sucker
Let me second this. I switched tubing when Wilton shared this a couple of years ago. You keep all the benefits of suction removal, and it takes only 2 minutes to evacuate all the oil when its hot. I can't imagine anything easier. Tjohn 82 300 SD 221K On 11/7/05, wilton strickland <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > A 5/8 OD plastic tube inserted very easily and snuggly into only the > larger > top inch and a half or so of dipstick tube allows entire diameter of > dipstick tube to carry oil from lowest point in pan as it was designed to > do. My fabric-embedded, clear plastic tube does not collapse carrying hot > oil, though an earlier, cheaper one without fabric did. You don't need to > shove the evacuation tube into the pan. > > Wilton > > > ___ > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net >
Re: [MBZ] audi nut
I remember the guy. I used to subscribe to the 108 list even though I never have owned one because I wanted to buy the know my stuff in case the right along. There was an insanely long thread there about how his 280 4.5 could do 150 mph. I'm pretty sure his name was Shane. Tjohn 82 300 SD 225K On 10/3/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I do remember that he called himself the quattro king? Ring any bells? He > was also a benz owner which I guess the reason he was on the list. I used to > be a a Audi owner, what I had was a quattro coupe with a turbo 5 cyl and > sadly it was destroyed by a drunk ass in a pickup. I think he was on the > list when it was mbz.org <http://mbz.org> and didn't subscribe after the > list changed. oh well was just curious > > 69 280 SEL 120,000 Miles > 72 350SL 108,000 Miles > 2004 VW Passat 4 Motion > 1999 Mazda Miata > > > >
Re: [MBZ] Gmail
Let me take this a step further. Anyone complaining about the number of posts who doesnt have gmail is like a sick patient who refuses to take his medicine. Gmail groups the various posters in a thread, and displays only the ones you haven't read. It also automatically hide quoted text, so when someone quotes a whole thread, then adds "me too," all you see is their post. It is perfectly suited to email lists, and doesn't have to be configured to work. I too have invites, pls take us up on the offer. Tjohn 82 300SD 218K On 8/29/05, Don & Teresa Merriman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I use gmail for personal & biz, very good tool. (snip) >
Re: [MBZ] R-12
I've gotta say, I've pulled an indicated 30" with my Harbor Freight venturi pump. My gauge was actually pegged. I've heard bad things about the venturi's, but for $15 (and $10 if you get it on sale like me :) ) its fine. Now, the caveats - I was using shop air with some insane amount of CFM of flow at 90 PSI. My lame little 2.7CFM compressor only pulls it to 15" or so. I'm also at sea level for what its worth. Tjohn 82 300 SD On 8/8/05, Dave M. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Joe, > > On a side note, all this discussion about pulling less than 29" vacuum > to me seems absurd... if you want the system evacuated properly with > as much moisture as possible boiled out, you're not going to get that > with a venturi pump (27-28" max)(snip) >
Re: [MBZ] R-12
NAPA in Virginia where I am has 12 oz cans for $35 and 30 lb containers for around $840. This thing is driven by your state laws as well, as in some states have restricted the sale of cans even to those with EPA certification. I've found Ebay to be a better (cheaper) source, you just have to be careful about getting contaminated refrigerant. > > > What was napa selling it for? > > > > refrigerantsales.com has it for $575 delivered. > > http://www.refrigerantsales.com/st_r12.html > > ___ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > For new parts see www.buymbparts.com > For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net >
Re: [MBZ] For Dave M ....W211 6.3!!
Used to be the hardcore thrill rides at amusement parks, particularly Disney. You bought a ticket that permitted you onto particular types of rides, and the E's were the roughest and toughest. Tjohn 82 On 7/13/05, Craig McCluskey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > On Wed, 13 Jul 2005 13:09:30 -0700 redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > What of the poor youngsters who are too wet behind the ears to recall > > just what the meaning of E ticket was? > > I'm not wet behind the ears, but I don't know what an E ticket is. > > Please enlighten me. > > > Craig > > ___ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > For new parts see www.buymbparts.com > For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net >
Re: [MBZ] There's one born every minute
Everyone who owns one of those 123 TDs needs to print out that auction and save it for proof of value in case they need to prove value to the insurance company. That's got to be the high water mark. Tjohn 82 300 SD 2155,xxx On 6/24/05, Dave M. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Some maroon actually did pay the $12.5k Buy It Now price: > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4556974801 >
