seems a little high to me too (I have a 1982 G cabrio with om617).
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From: Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Tue, May 21, 2013 9:34 pm
Subject: [MBZ] Gelaendewagen mit OM617
FWIW,
I am a dentist (oral surgeon), I don't do dentistry without numbing, I would
not even consider doing a painful procedure on someone without it. I am a firm
believer in that pain should be addressed. First to eliminate the cause of the
pain in as painless as possible method. I then
I would recommend not walking down stairs in socks. Many times people will
fall especially on wooden stairs in sock feet. That is why hospitals uses
those socks that have those little rubber patterns on them. Just read this and
wanted to offer some advice. By the way, I don't bounce as well
Sounds great!
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Fri, Aug 24, 2012 9:46 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] W.M. Keck Observatory
Good luck!
On 8/23/2012 9:31 PM, Craig wrote:
I mentioned earlier (on the 9th, to
My step son has an old 1969 220d. It seems that he was jump starting the car by
rolling it down a hill to start. Any way the part (don't know the terms) that
connects the trans to the driveshaft is stripped as well as the splines that
come out of the back of the transmission. It seems to me
thanks Joe, I found the part number on the one part. Trans still intact, so
part number not yet known. Charles
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From: Joe Sasser joesas...@mac.com
To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sun, Jul 1, 2012 3:09 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] have w115 need tranny
If you can
Dan,
Makes sense tailshaft . Did not know the term. I know a fellow in the trans
business, I haven't spoken with him yet, but obviously will soon.
Thanks! cks
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From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sun, Jul 1,
Thanks Dan, Is this the place I found on web in California?
charles
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From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sun, Jul 1, 2012 7:04 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] have 115 need trans
It's been a long time since I've been
I realize this is off topic and I don't comment a lot but felt inclined to do
so on this.
I am an Oral Surgeon, I liked the article shared with us. I certainly agree
with a lot of what was said in the article. I left with a nice warm feeling
about it too. There will be cases that are very
I would certainly recommend shampooing the carpet, and wiping down all of the
headliner, seats, dash, doors, etc with some sort of antibacterial soap.
Thanks,
cks
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From: Rusty Cullens buymbpa...@gmail.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent:
Thanks for posting, I think it would be a great car though have to admit not my
favorite color either. If I were in the market would consider.
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From: Donald Snook dsn...@mtsqh.com
To: Mercedes Mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Wed, Dec 7, 2011 3:35 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ]
you are correct, the charge for listing the item is free BUT they charge
basicly 10% of the actual sales price when you are paid, they deduct it from
you paypal account. It is NOT free.
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From: Jerry Herrman jer...@san.rr.com
To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent:
I have to laugh too. There was not a flag in the back. There are a couple of
what looks like gun holders by the front seats one on each side. I did find a
couple of bullets in the back. I think they are blanks as I did not see any
lead at the end, they may be shotshells that have pellets
I have a p4 G. It is a 2.5 liter diesel. I am going to sell. It is a 1986
that I just got from England. If anyone one the list is interested let me
know. It has abour 70K miles on it and runs great. It is a military jeep that
was decomissioned from the French Army. Yes, I think they do
You are correct, it is a G wagon with a peugeot engine and transmission. Also
it has a few other minor changes, electrics primarily. The reason for the
change is that the French wanted to say it was theirs not German. So, it was
manufactured by Peugeot then Panhard (military french company)
not have a
licence to export the vehicle anywhere else than to theAfrican countries bound
to France by defence agreements.
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From: drcscruggs drcscru...@aol.com
To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sat, Nov 5, 2011 7:08 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] G
You are correct
sure is a pretty car!
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From: Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com
To: Banned List ban...@okiebenz.com; mercedes Mailing List
mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sat, Oct 29, 2011 2:08 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300SDL on eBay
Thanks guys!
Yep, I could use some extra cash to pump
Loved the pictures, thanks for sharing
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From: Rolf r...@winmutt.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sun, Sep 11, 2011 4:59 pm
Subject: [MBZ] RustyQ/Atlanta Meetup 2011 pics.
Pics I took. Curtis Gee showed up with a rolleiflex and I am
I own a 96 E300d and concur that although a good car, seems high to me.
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Fri, Sep 9, 2011 12:05 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 96 E300D?
Good car but that's way too high.
A question, why would you not like the automatic? It seems to me that in some
offroad situations, that there would be a benefit to an auto?
t's not the yellow that bothers me, it's the automatic tranny in a 300GD.
Mitch.
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or new
I actually have a 280g with an automatic. It too is a right hand drive. I
thought maybe the diesel with automatic would decrease performance vs the
manual. I realize the benefit of increased mileage with the manual trans. I
have gotten stuck with a manual and ended up burning out the
Hello,
I have a farm in Southern Illinois near a small town named Ullin. You would be
welcome to leave it there. It is about 150 miles from StLouis airport. It
would not be an issue to leave it there for a week or even more. I live in
Texas but my mother lives there.
CKS
What does he think about the R class? I have heard some love it and then
again
Thoughts?
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From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Wed, Jul 13, 2011 9:35 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 2006 E350 Wagon for sale
# 2
My wife has a 2006 sedan that is the cdi and it is a GREAT car. I love it.
FWIW, frankly if were a diesel I would be keenly interested. Sorry if that is
an affront, certainly not intended that way. My wifes car goes great, smooth,
great mileage and without any problems. It has close to
I also had a 5.9 cummins 1993 gulfstream. It had 190 hp and it got about the
same mileage. It was woefully underpowered. I also had the 4 speed
transmission vs the 6 speed. I had a fried that had 5.9 cummins that had 230
hp with the 6 speed transmission and it got better mileage and had
Well, I think the benefit of the motorhome over the truck camper combo is that
the trip there in the motorhome is better. If one is going to be at one spot
for a longer time then I really believe that a truck trailer is better. But,
if one is going to be some where for only a day or two then
I had a 31 foot 454 holiday rambler motorhome with the turbo 400 transmission.
It got about 7-9 miles per gallon. It really depends on how fast you drive it.
If you drive about 55 it will get better mileage than if you drive 65-70 (as I
did often). I had very little problem with the 454. I
I have had several pressure washers. Agree totally an electric is hardly
accecptable. I had a great power washer from wal mart. It was a briggs and
straton engine 2500psi 3gal which never gave me a problem. It got stolen, I
then moved up to a honda 2800psi and 2.5 gallon. I have had several
I think 100 is a fair price to repair. Sorry I could not back you on the crazy
glue. The dentist should be able to repair better than what would have
happened with the Krazy glue.
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From: Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu
To: Mercedes Discussion List
I agree they should have taken it back to the lab and done it ASAP. I think it
will be fine, I just like getting it done. Should not be a problem at all
for your son (the delay). But, hey it may need more than just a quick repair.
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From: Allan Streib
softball some time
ago. Obviously not much reservation on my part.
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From: Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Mon, Jun 20, 2011 3:17 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Anyone ever repaired a retainer?
drcscruggs wrote:
I
I have repaired a retainer. BTW, I am a dentist. With that in mind, you would
need dental acrylic. This is the pink stuff that denture gums are made from.
However, I tend to agree with the response of not repairing it yourself as
if it is repaired incorrectly (even just a few tenths of
I would not drill any holes (fwiw)
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From: Larry T l02tur...@comcast.net
To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Fri, Jun 17, 2011 2:29 pm
Subject: [MBZ] Akebono Brakes
Hi Gang -
Bought a set of Akebono pads from Rusty was preparing to install them when I
I have a 2002 ford 7.3 diesel and it has been a great truck and have driven
about (just over 200,000 miles). The body is well put together still does not
rattle, doors open shut etc. It has had a water pump, changed out the tie rod
ends, switch for the mirrors and that is about it with the
I rented a car some time ago from Alamo. I did not have any problem with the
car at all. When I took it back they said there was a small dent in the fender
that we had put there. I actually did not take it back but had my wife do it.
We just told them no we were not going to pay as we
I want one even without the stuff. Just the diesel and the remarkable build.
If they ever make it to the surplus equipment pile, I want one!!
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From: Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sun, Jan 9,
I have a 114 coupe with only a little rust that I was thinking about
selling. It does not have a title. I got it with idea that I would harvest
some
parts off it and then send back to where I got it (junkyard). I have had
it about 6 months and have not done that. Now it is just taking
This was amusing!
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From: Euan goneb...@paradise.net.nz
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Fri, Nov 5, 2010 2:54 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT This is why Aussies should not live in the US
On 8:59 a.m., Hendrik Fay wrote:
I love that car and wish I had time to mess with it!
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From: LWB250 lwb...@yahoo.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Wed, Aug 18, 2010 12:46 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1960 190TD on CL for $4k
I'm in love (lust.)
Dan closet wagon Man
---
I have a 2002 ford diesel with 190k+ miles and it runs great!! I did and if
has not happened yet the water pump will go about 130K. With that in mind you
may wish to make sure that it has not been overheated. I have a crew cab and
2wd (not 4x4). This has truly been one of the very
glad to hear you are better, I agree get those extra lbs off.
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From: Mike Esh michael...@me.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Tue, May 18, 2010 10:08 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rusty
Welcome back Rusty! Good luck in your recovery, go easy at
I went on the craiglook.com site and it works too well (I spend entirely too
much time shopping).
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From: Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Thu, May 6, 2010 7:46 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Search Every
I think there is a good steak place called Ruth Chris. I also have eaten @
the Palm in Houston, It is also rather pricey. There is a really good seafood
place in Galveston called Gaido's. It is one of my very favorites. Let me
know if you come to Galveston, and will try to join you.
It is a little thinner and dirtier than the bar oil. However, I have used it
for some time with my chain saws and I can not tell any difference in the wear
of the chain/bar.
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From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent:
Really now, this is a little OT. I like guns and I am a surgical dentist.
Either way I loose. Frankly cigarette smoking, over eating, and inattention to
detail regarding one's own health is usually the issue. It is neither the guns
nor the doctors that cause this. Thanks cks
I had a 1994 c280 (daughter's car) was ruined in hurricaine Ike. It did not
have a rust issue but, in all fairness I got it from central Texas (not up
north where they use a lot of salt on the roads). It was a really good car.
The issue with them is the wiring harness. I understand they
I will have to put in my 2 cents though it is not worth much. I get to assist
the local medical with care of the USCG servicemen and women. I can honestly
say that they seem to get some pretty bright recruits. I have yet to think one
of them was retarded. I have seen some who I can say were
akebono pads are fine with my 96 300D and leave only a little residue (no black
stuff). I like that!
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From: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Mon, Nov 23, 2009 10:10 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Choice of brake
I bought a 82 300sd with the idea of a transplant engine for my G-wagen. My G
has the 2.8 (110) engine and I wanted to dieselize it. Am I totally nuts
(changing from 110 in line 6 petro to 617 diesel 5 cylinder)?
Also, would the transmission on the G-wagen fit the 617 diesel?
The
I have some seats/interior that are still in a 82 300sd that I got the other
day.? Does anyone need interior parts out of a 126?? I think they are in pretty
good/fair condition.?
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From: Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List
I will check the passenger side, the drivers side is shot though.? Will not be
able to check until tomorrow tho.? cks
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From: Bill R billr32...@comcast.net
To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Tue, Sep 8, 2009 8:37 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Parts
I too have a good ford diesel.? 2002 with about 170k on it and it has no
problems since new and probably has been the most worry free vehicle that I
have ever owned.? BTW, it gets about 16 mpg in town and maybe 20 on highway.?
No, I don't drive 55.? Maybe that is why my mileage is not as good.?
Thanks for the responses, I feel vindicated, I have always felt that the
flushers were trying to make the trans treatment easier and cheaper for them,
and not necessarily better for the vehicle.?
cks
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From: Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu
To: Mercedes
this was a good u-tube demonstration of a wallet flush!
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From: pm7...@comcast.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Fri, 12 Jun 2009 8:36 am
Subject: [MBZ] Transmission Flush
This is really a Wallet Flush
I think most of the electrical harness issues were with the 94 to 96 gas cars.?
This I understand will go bad if it has not already been replaced.? I had a 94
e320 and it had the harness replaced.? I also had a 94 c280 and it had not had
the harness replaced but had the check engine lite on
Does anyone have an opinion on transmission fluid/filter change versus
transmission fluid flush?? I am uncertain of what may be the best course of
action.? I have a 96 e300d that probably would benefit from one of the two and
wanted some thought on which would be the best.?
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I have a 2002 ford diesel truck with 170K on it and have had NO problems with
pretty much anything. The only thing that has been changed was the water pump @
about 130k.? I understand this is common.? I also changed out the ball joints
per a recommendation by a mechanic, but am not totally
my understanding is the 700 series are troublesome and expensive.? The 300
series are less troublesome and also less expensive.? I would consider another
option.? I have driven them and they are intoxicating though.?
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From: Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com
I think it is imperitive that we all be civil. I agree it is tough for the
dealer.? I tend to agree that he should get something for his investment of 35
years.? I am not sure how it all should work.? I frankly do not like chrysler
products.? I have had good and not so good experiences with
I just want to thank you guys for talking me out of every spending the money to
convert my diesel to WVO.? There are apparently problems that I was unaware,
which would cause a non-mechanic type to hypotheticly kill my engine. There was
just enough material to convince me.?
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I polished the cloudiness on my 96 300d with 1000 grit wet, 2000 wet, and
finished up with Kit brand?scratch out clear coat scratch remove (in yellow
bottle that I got @ Wally's large box store).? Worked pretty well too. I did
all by hand, I think if I had used a buffer, would have been better
Spinal anesthesia with twilight sleep may be the best for you.? The spinal
will take away the pain and the sedation/amnesia that accompanies the sedation
is very safe and effective.? The fact that you have a dilaudid pump certainly
needs to considered.? However, this should only present a
There may be nothing that can be done regarding slowing the information age
down, I see this as problematic for a lot of folks.? Now every insurance
company will want this information to evaluate whether or not you are a good
risk (not unlike auto insurance).? Also, there will be instances
and...
if you are in no position to argue the contract language, you sign and...
then while you are signing
how about a no liabilty clause that releases them of any information that is
beyond their control that leaks out.
No, I really don't have any closet issues that I am trying to hide, but you
I live near Houston (Galveston). I agree that Goode Company has good BBQ.?
There are a lot of good restaurants in Houston, one of my favorites is
Carraba's.? If you like seafood, consider the drive down to Galveston to go to
Gaido's.? It has been around since about 1900 and I have never been
these are small units ususally reserved for motorhome or limited space
applications
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From: harry watkins harry...@bellsouth.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Fri, 3 Apr 2009 8:46 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] top loading washer
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From: Tony Wirtel tony.wir...@gmail.com
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 10:08 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 40, Issue 143
Date: Sun, 29 Mar 2009 23:33:09 -0500
From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net
Subject:
for a long time kenmore was made by only whirlpool and now some are made by
whirlpool and some by GE.? My experience is that the whirlpools have been
good.? They basicly go out and bid them with various contracts.? You can check
by looking at the innards.
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From: Bob
where is the evaporator on this bugger?? Can you advise??
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From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Fri, 27 Mar 2009 6:48 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] value 300D
I have tow of those cars - LOVE them! Mine have 275,000 and
could not pull up the photo but I like the advice about the freon leak and the
record check.? I hope to see it this pm.? Thanks cks
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From: Wilton Strickland wilt...@nc.rr.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sat, 28 Mar 2009 11:50 am
Subject:
Wow, now that is a job!? The photo says it all!? Did not get to see car,
another issue came up with my kids which prevented me from seeing.? Hope to do
now Monday.?Nothing major but time consuming.? cks
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From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net
To: Mercedes Discussion
I have a fellow who has a 92 300D with 2.5 with about 120k miles selling near
me.? paint good but not great, expected for this car.? Would anyone care to put
a value on it and what to avoid?? I have an interest in it and wanted sage
advice.? Thanks
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From:
Gosh thanks, he is asking $7k, I think he will talk down some but I don't know
how much.? My thoughts were parallel yours and thinking about $4K.? I have only
seen photos and plan to go and see tomorrow.?He has several mercedes diesel
autos.? I just love these cars.? cks
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Can you take a transmission out of a c280 and put it in a 87 diesel that has a
bad trans??
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From: Joe Sasser joesas...@mac.com
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Tue, 24 Mar 2009 2:40 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Reviving a w115 300-D
Thanks very much, Peter,
Well, I was hoping, but did not think so.? Thanks so much for your thoughts.?
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From: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Tue, 24 Mar 2009 5:38 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 87 300d with bad trans
No.?
most commercial stoves are great, but most have pilot lights and also require
one heck of a vent fan to come up to code.? This is doable in my neck of the
woods but costly (and the vent fan on the exterior is unsightly).? However, I
note also that the commercial look alikes are much more
if you are breathing then you are exhaling CO2, then it would not build up in
your body. The burning you feel when you don't take a breath is the CO2
building up. The lack of oxygen is what gets you. If you are in a helium
atmosphere then you would obviously loose the CO2 and not get the
what is the problem with 190 transmissions? It seems they have issues.
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sun, 15 Mar 2009 11:23 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Audi diesel
Im just about sick of this 190D,
I have a 1982?280GE from England and it has some fuel distributor issues.? My
usual mechanic (not mercedes) is lost.? I need someone who can assit me as I am
not able to do it myself.? If someone could recommend a independent mechanic
near Houston it would be most helpful.? Thanks charles
thanks!!
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From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Mon, 23 Feb 2009 5:54 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Indy in/near Houston
On Beverly Hills drive just north of Westpark at Chimney Rock are
what a good butt kicking we are getting.
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From: R A Bennell b...@mts.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sat, 14 Feb 2009 11:41 am
Subject: Re: [MBZ] A Good Example Of Why We're In the Mess We're In
So, clue me in. What do the acronyms mean?
Does anyone have information on adding AC to a 280G that never had it?? I have
seen aftermarket ac with a box below the dash and that seems to be the only
option I have run into so far.? Also would a c280 provide mounts for the
compressor?? I realize the engine is different and probably would
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From: drcscru...@aol.com
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Sun, 1 Feb 2009 1:41 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] FW: this is the wierdest auction I have seen
Does anyone have information on adding AC to a 280G that never had it?? I have
seen aftermarket ac with a box
I got it from England.? It is a 280G with the 6 cylinder engine that is (I
think) the same as the 280CE coupe.? It never had AC.? I live in Texas and
would rather have AC (than not).? I realize that it may be a chore.? I think
either an older 280e coupe or sedan would have parts that may just
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