Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cleaning a Recliner

2024-04-19 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
This has worked for me, in Arizona also, so it may work for you. Remove chair to the patio or driveway. Elevate the chair on blocks or bricks to make it a comfortable working height. Recline it so the various areas are all spread out and then: Wet it with a garden hose on "spray" ... Spray the

[MBZ] O.T. Cleaning a Recliner

2024-04-19 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Who among us is well versed in cleaning furniture fabric? I know we all can tackle car upholstery and make it look brand new, but I think requires a slightly different skillset. I have a very light grey fabric recliner I bought to be used exclusively whilst standing the grandpa watch. It is a

Re: [MBZ] Not bad, price is not crazy for a coupé -- 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 ce Coupe 2D,$3,800

2024-04-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Not bad a deal, since the replacement seats are included. On Fri, Apr 19, 2024 at 10:01 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Nice color. I think this one popped up before > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2070031280086170 > > -- > --FT >

[MBZ] Being Green Doesn't Even Offset the Crackalackness

2024-04-19 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/394859253427026/ Log in or sign up to view See posts, photos and more on Facebook. www.facebook.com AZBob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Due to Incredibly High Demand, I am Increasing the Price...

2024-04-19 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
No turbo and the Chysler ACC -- surprised that still works. Looks nice cosmetically though. New break pads with flushing the break fluid. On Fri, Apr 19, 2024, at 12:04, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Price is insane. City MPG would be low 20’s. > > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 19,

Re: [MBZ] Due to Incredibly High Demand, I am Increasing the Price...

2024-04-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Price is insane. City MPG would be low 20’s. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 19, 2024, at 11:59 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/913009843961625/ > > I wonder what the real-life mpg driving around LA is. > > AZBob >

[MBZ] Due to Incredibly High Demand, I am Increasing the Price...

2024-04-19 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/913009843961625/ I wonder what the real-life mpg driving around LA is. AZBob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

2024-04-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Fri, 19 Apr 2024 09:27:18 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes" wrote: > That’s a possible choice as well, besides the chassis number listed in > the subject. What years were the 124.133 vehicles made? The only vehicles which come to mind as a 300D x.133 are W123.133s. Craig

[MBZ] Not bad, price is not crazy for a coupé -- 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 ce Coupe 2D,$3,800

2024-04-19 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Nice color. I think this one popped up before https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2070031280086170 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

2024-04-19 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
That’s a possible choice as well, besides the chassis number listed in the subject. -D > On Apr 18, 2024, at 9:26 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Thu, 18 Apr 2024 17:08:28 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it must be a turbo. I

Re: [MBZ] FBMP A Rant

2024-04-19 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Like a guy I bought a pinball machine from last week on FBMP. I was setting up the time and date for a visit with him, and right after doing so, he messages me and says, “I only ask one thing: if you’re not going to show up that you please let me know so I’m not sitting around waiting on you.”

Re: [MBZ] 2012 Sprinter 2500 - $19,999

2024-04-18 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
There are 2 five gallon buckets too --FT Sent from iFōn > On Apr 18, 2024, at 11:13 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Funny ad, the last photo makes it look like his whole cleaning service is > just a truck and a shop-vac. > >

Re: [MBZ] FBMP A Rant

2024-04-18 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
For supposedly world-class programmers and a company owner that wants to fundamentally transform the world, the FBMP database functionality is on par with RBase for DOS. Actually that is being very insulting to RBase, RBase could actually do database functions like search and organization.

[MBZ] 2012 Sprinter 2500 - $19,999

2024-04-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Funny ad, the last photo makes it look like his whole cleaning service is just a truck and a shop-vac. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/arlington-heights-2012-mercedes-benz/7738607167.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] FBMP A Rant

2024-04-18 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Facebook Marketplace apparently was designed by a group of people who never actually worked in a real business or ever ran a lemonade stand in their youth. They designed the entire platform so that the seller and the buyer have no easy [or hard] way to ever actually meet and exchange goods for

Re: [MBZ] FBMP A Rant

2024-04-18 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
I’ve had mixed results with FBMP but more positive than negative. It seems to be populated with marginal morons in many cases but some decent folks in others. --FT Sent from iFōn > On Apr 18, 2024, at 9:55 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > This is the hole that FBMP is, sadly.

Re: [MBZ] FBMP A Rant

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
This is the hole that FBMP is, sadly. Despite the abuse, I continue to check it regularly for deals. I’ve found a fair number, it’s a PITA, but sometimes worth the effort. -D > On Apr 18, 2024, at 9:51 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Okay, so BIL is in Florida, so I figured I'd

[MBZ] FBMP A Rant

2024-04-18 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
Okay, so BIL is in Florida, so I figured I'd look for a car to have shipped to the rust belt. Found a W210 two hours after it was listed. Cool. Message the guy, no response. Just checked again, found the car relisted (twice), responded to both ads, still no response. Grr. I have messaged

Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

2024-04-18 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Thu, 18 Apr 2024 17:08:28 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes" wrote: > Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it must be a turbo. I know > they’re not terribly common, but if you come across a decent one, > please drop me a note. Would this be a 300D/2.5 Turbo of early '90s fame with an

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Thu, 18 Apr 2024 17:14:33 -0500 Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > Yes, I have a corded model made by Fein (maybe the original maker of > the type?) and they are great for flush cuts and fine trim work, not > sure I'd think of reaching for it if I needed to cut openings in 3/4" > subfloor but

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
The plaster saws I recall had a round blade that oscillated inside a cover so that only like 1/4" was exposed and the oscillation was not much so it would not damage skin if it hit, and I think they had a vacuum attachment to suck up the dust.  I remember wanting one of those because I don't

Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

2024-04-18 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Which reminds me of a trick I've taken to: The wheels on the VWs (both the Golf and Jetta) are enclined to weld themselves to the rotors. I used to put anti-seize on but as you probably know that "mechanics glitter" can make an awful mess if you touch it. Watch Wes Work on Youtube uses fluid

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I believe so. I had one of their biscuit joiners. I later moved up to a Festool. OMG! What wonderful tools to work with! The Hazet of woodworking tools, IMHO. -D > On Apr 18, 2024, at 6:14 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yes, I have a corded model made by Fein (maybe the original

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yes, I have a corded model made by Fein (maybe the original maker of the type?) and they are great for flush cuts and fine trim work, not sure I'd think of reaching for it if I needed to cut openings in 3/4" subfloor but it would probably get the job done. On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 12:13, dan

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Only we would remember the specific tool a doctor used on us in 1966. We are an odd lot. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:01 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > >  >> >> Why didn’t someone think these [vibratory tools] up years ago? > > > They did. I remember the

[MBZ] Could be a good deal for a project -- 1989 Mercedes 560SEL - $15 (Charlotte)

2024-04-18 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
The car in the image is the same color and model as the car I am selling, but the one I have is covered so photos are a challenge. Our car is not a junker but it is not running either. It has been in my driveway covered for several years and I am selling it as is. It is too valuable to crush.

[MBZ] The injectors need to be programmed I understand 2006 Mercedes-Benz e320 cdi, $1, 000

2024-04-18 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I think the car is done too. Might be worth $300 for parts or to try to get running Vehicle was running daily but 2 injectors were bad. Replaced but wouldn't start. Tried hard but no start. I am done with the car. -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

[MBZ] car still cracks up and everything works 2008 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 550 Sedan 4D, $3, 150

2024-04-18 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Except for the stuff that doesn't. I'm wondering if this is an ISM or CP. Could be a good deal. recently just found out the trunk doesn’t open don’t know why prolly because it hasn’t been used but i’m still looking into it you will need a tow the car starts but won’t into gear I just go it

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> Now that you mention it, I remember the Feins from my woodworking days. But > as I recall, they just had the triangular pad thing, not the current day > “fingers” with the teeth on the ends, right? I don’t ever recall seeing those > for the Feins. In 1966 he was using a toothy saw blade

Re: [MBZ] Euro M110 Fuel Injected Gas Straight 6 engine. , 4 speed manual transmission 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 te, $2, 000

2024-04-18 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Has power windows. Nice. On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 9:52 AM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > A lot of mildew. Probably would need steam cleaning and an ozone > treatement. > > Not entirely euro, the headlights look like DOT-spec. Maybe an > engine/trans swap was done at

Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Might want to read the subject next time…  -D On Apr 18, 2024, at 4:07 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: I thought you were looking for a W123 turbo, which is anything but uncommon On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 4:06 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>>

Re: [MBZ] Walk around of the $2500 09S550

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I wouldn’t want one in a sunny climate, even if it does a good job of blocking the UV/sunlight. -D > On Apr 18, 2024, at 4:06 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Pano roof is a PIA. When the headliner collapses it costs about $1400 to > repair. The stock tilting SR is more

Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

2024-04-18 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Was Mrs. D. watching so she could do the repair next time around? On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 4:04 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I just did all four corners on Mrs. Dan’s W211, and despite being very > clean underneath yet coming from the Tri-State area (Chicago)

Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

2024-04-18 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I thought you were looking for a W123 turbo, which is anything but uncommon On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 4:06 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Dunno. Gotta see what the market is like if they can be found. > > -D > > On Apr 18, 2024, at 3:57 PM, Andrew Strasfogel >

Re: [MBZ] Walk around of the $2500 09S550

2024-04-18 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Pano roof is a PIA. When the headliner collapses it costs about $1400 to repair. The stock tilting SR is more than enough. On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:45 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Looks good. > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Apr 18, 2024, at 8:54 AM,

Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Dunno. Gotta see what the market is like if they can be found. -D On Apr 18, 2024, at 3:57 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: Budget? On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:09 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote: Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Now that you mention it, I remember the Feins from my woodworking days. But as I recall, they just had the triangular pad thing, not the current day “fingers” with the teeth on the ends, right? I don’t ever recall seeing those for the Feins. -D > On Apr 18, 2024, at 4:01 PM, Jim Cathey via

Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I just did all four corners on Mrs. Dan’s W211, and despite being very clean underneath yet coming from the Tri-State area (Chicago) the rotors were not keen to come off. It took some soaking with homemade penetrating oil and a few days before they would come loose. I cleaned up the flanges and

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> Why didn’t someone think these [vibratory tools] up years ago? They did. I remember the doc using a Fein to cut the cast off me in 1966, IIRC. Twenty-five years ago I bought a Fein when it was on clearance, from someplace or another. (Electric rather than pneumatic, which was also available

Re: [MBZ] It's Nice But C'mon

2024-04-18 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
They call that retail around here. On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:07 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/913009843961625/ > > AZBob > Log in or sign up to view< > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/913009843961625/> > See

Re: [MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

2024-04-18 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Budget? On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:09 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it must be a turbo. I know > they’re not terribly common, but if you come across a decent one, please > drop me a note. > > Thank you! > > Dan >

Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

2024-04-18 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
ld nuke plant and the engaged > driving a manual requires but missed the scoots. > > AZBob > > From: Mercedes on behalf of Curt Raymond > via Mercedes > Sent: Thursday, April 18, 2024 7:47 AM > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Cc: Curt Raymond > Subject: Re: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

2024-04-18 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
When I did front and rear on my 2014 Jetta it was much less dramatic than that since we don’t have the rust issue here in the AZ. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 18, 2024, at 12:50 PM, Michael Esh via Mercedes > wrote: > > Nice Work! Brake work is satisfying and I always feel safer

Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

2024-04-18 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
I am fortunate to have a son who is a journeyman auto tech. He does mine now and he is a very careful and thorough mechanic - also much quicker than I would be. Randy On 18/04/2024 2:49 PM, Michael Esh via Mercedes wrote: Nice Work! Brake work is satisfying and I always feel safer doing it

Re: [MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

2024-04-18 Thread Michael Esh via Mercedes
Nice Work! Brake work is satisfying and I always feel safer doing it myself. > On Apr 18, 2024, at 1:59 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > So my 2015 Jetta TDI has needed brakes for awhile now, they were pulsing > something terrible. I'd blamed it on Angie's riding the

Re: [MBZ] The shop said the engine locked up - 2011 GL350 Bluetec

2024-04-18 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Worth maybe $8500 with a working engine and under 150k miles. On Wed, Apr 17, 2024 at 11:51 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Knock off a 0 and I’d grab it > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > > > On Apr 17, 2024, at 11:08 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes < >

[MBZ] OT: TDI brakes

2024-04-18 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
So my 2015 Jetta TDI has needed brakes for awhile now, they were pulsing something terrible. I'd blamed it on Angie's riding the brakes. She does but in this case I think it was actually my fault. The pins on the front brakes had very little grease left. Pads looked fine but I think the rotors

Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

2024-04-18 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
From: Mercedes on behalf of Curt Raymond via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, April 18, 2024 7:47 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Curt Raymond Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny I was astonished when I started driving a TDI and finally had a turbo that's spooled

Re: [MBZ] Walk around of the $2500 09S550

2024-04-18 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Looks good. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 18, 2024, at 8:54 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://youtu.be/aZLOhcEonTM > > On stage 3 of paint correction, will finish polish and wax this afternoon > then start detailing the interior. Paint and body look really

Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

2024-04-18 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
the scoots. AZBob From: Mercedes on behalf of Curt Raymond via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, April 18, 2024 7:47 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Curt Raymond Subject: Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny I was astonished when I started driving a TDI and finally had a turbo

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Yeah, this was one of those, “Why haven’t I tried one of these things before?!?!” moments. I’ve seen them promoted for trim work and such a lot, and I can see why they would be super nice for that, but I hadn’t realy thought about using them for demo or other rough work. We needed to cut some

[MBZ] ISO: W124 300D Turbo (124.133?)

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Oldest son wants another 300D diesel, but it must be a turbo. I know they’re not terribly common, but if you come across a decent one, please drop me a note. Thank you! Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Vibratory tools have been out for awhile but I don't think the cutters were very good. Newer ones are much better and way more precise than you can be with a sawzall. I've got a Makita cordless one, its going to get exercised next month cutting new heading ducts into the great northern estate.

[MBZ] It's Nice But C'mon

2024-04-18 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/913009843961625/ AZBob Log in or sign up to view See posts, photos and more on Facebook. www.facebook.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

2024-04-18 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 18/04/2024 9:53 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: I'd always assumed a 240D 3.0 would be an "adequately powerful 240D". As somebody who lives where its kind of hilly a 240D with its 50mph max sustained hill climbing speed was a drag. I used to hit some hills at 70mph so I could crest at

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Yeah, I got one of those a long time ago, too - the one with the fixed head. I just needed a Sawzall equivalent for some demo work. It’s still in my toolbox 10 years later. I don’t use it much. On a related note, has everyone discovered “multitools,” the things with the blade that sticks out

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I forgot about my recip saw. I got the HF one with the rotating head. Its awfully convenient to be able to rotate the blade into position without having to move the handle... -Curt On Thursday, April 18, 2024 at 11:45:23 AM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Years ago I

[MBZ] Walk around of the $2500 09S550

2024-04-18 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
https://youtu.be/aZLOhcEonTM On stage 3 of paint correction, will finish polish and wax this afternoon then start detailing the interior. Paint and body look really good aside from rock chip divots. Will get blower regulator and headlight lamp done too. Depending on the weather I’ll try to

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Years ago I bought a HF recip saw for $20 when the main ring gear in my old (early 80s) Sears recip saw (rebranded Milwaukee) stripped. Parts for it NLA. I figured the HF thing would last long enough to finish the job and here it is like 12yr on, a bit worse for the wear but still recipping

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I bought this one: https://www.harborfreight.com/80v-brushless-cordless-18-in-chainsaw-tool-only-56937.html Between the saw and the battery and charger I could have bought a decent gas-powered saw but I don't use them often enough and always end up having hassles with old fuel, difficult

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Which Atlas saw do you have? We've got the Bauer ultra cheapie one which has been a solid saw other than the tensioner stinks. The Atlas appears to have a more convention chain tensioning system. I really like electric for a trimming saw because of the way the saw stops pretty much

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I got one of those grinders when they were on sale for $9.99. I figured if I got one job done with it, it was worth it. I don't use it very often but it's still working fine. I bought a Hercules battery powered impact driver and built a deck with it last summer. Never gave any hint of

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
That’s pretty much the same for my RO. I dropped it once whcih broke one of the bolts that holds the case halves together. I taped it up with some electrical tape to take the stress off the remaining bolt and all is well. And this probably happened 4-5 years ago. I’m gradually shifting over to

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I was telling a friend last week that Harbor Freight tools have really improved in the last 10 years and I think the electric tools are where the real improvement has taken place. I've got one of the very cheap Central Electric angle grinders, I think it was $20 or less, that I bought to cut

Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

2024-04-18 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I'd always assumed a 240D 3.0 would be an "adequately powerful 240D".  As somebody who lives where its kind of hilly a 240D with its 50mph max sustained hill climbing speed was a drag. I used to hit some hills at 70mph so I could crest at 55. A 190D has the same power but a little less weight

Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

2024-04-18 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I was astonished when I started driving a TDI and finally had a turbo that's spooled and working at 900 rpm. The turbo is so much more effective on those cars. I've never driven a newer MB diesel, I'd hope the turbo gets going sooner... -Curt On Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 02:51:17 PM EDT,

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I've got an RO polisher from HF that’s easily 10 years old and still going strong. I would buy another if this one died. -D > On Apr 18, 2024, at 9:57 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction > > Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed

Re: [MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yeah the Bauer tools are "OK" probably decent enough for household use. Hard to go too wrong at that price. On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:57, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction > > Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher > >

[MBZ] BAUER 5.7 Amp, 6 in. Short-Throw Random Orbit DA Polisher/Sander for $39.99

2024-04-18 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Good deal for a RO DA unit for paint correction Heavy Duty Dual Action Variable Speed Polisher https://go.harborfreight.com/email/2024/04/e182939-64528 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Euro M110 Fuel Injected Gas Straight 6 engine. , 4 speed manual transmission 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 te, $2, 000

2024-04-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
A lot of mildew. Probably would need steam cleaning and an ozone treatement. Not entirely euro, the headlights look like DOT-spec. Maybe an engine/trans swap was done at some point? On Thu, Apr 18, 2024, at 08:42, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > 4spd manual too!  Interesting! > >

[MBZ] Euro M110 Fuel Injected Gas Straight 6 engine. , 4 speed manual transmission 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 te, $2, 000

2024-04-18 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
4spd manual too!  Interesting! https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/941747534058550 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Velour seats -- 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500 sec Coupe 2D,$4,500

2024-04-18 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Interesting https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1748411875569036/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Floor pans solid , rocker panels have some rust. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 250c, $3, 200

2024-04-18 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Cool car https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/442492421800737/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Windows down, sunroof open -- 2006 Mercedes-Benz clk-class CLK 350 Coupe 2D, $1, 800

2024-04-18 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Engine kakked? We have the key but it needs programming. Only should cost about $25. Needs fuel pump. Must be towed off of property. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1432269964068057 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] The shop said the engine locked up - 2011 GL350 Bluetec

2024-04-17 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Knock off a 0 and I’d grab it --FT Sent from iFōn > On Apr 17, 2024, at 11:08 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > What sort of substance abuse leads the seller to believe this car is worth > $6,000??? > >

[MBZ] The shop said the engine locked up - 2011 GL350 Bluetec

2024-04-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
What sort of substance abuse leads the seller to believe this car is worth $6,000??? https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/victoria-2011-mercedes-benz-gl350-matic/7738147571.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

2024-04-17 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 17 Apr 2024 13:50:09 -0500 Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > Always wanted a manual in my 300D. Settled for shifting between "S" and > "D" as needed. > > Turbo is a bit slow to spool up on these, so you'd need to learn to not > let the RPMs fall too much during shifts. My 240D/3.0

Re: [MBZ] Too Rough Even for Okie Acres

2024-04-17 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
3in 1 --FT Sent from iFōn > On Apr 17, 2024, at 1:03 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/332121029483228/ > > > AZBob > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

2024-04-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Always wanted a manual in my 300D. Settled for shifting between "S" and "D" as needed. Turbo is a bit slow to spool up on these, so you'd need to learn to not let the RPMs fall too much during shifts. On Wed, Apr 17, 2024, at 12:00, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] 300D Manny

2024-04-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Dude has a sense of humor: "Lessons on how to drive stick are included if needed upon purchase, I won’t yell at you like your dad." On Wed, Apr 17, 2024 at 1:01 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/959721412262078/ > > I wonder

Re: [MBZ] Elton John's 600SEC Mercedes

2024-04-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Bidding is not unrealistic. Currently at $10.5K On Wed, Apr 17, 2024 at 11:55 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It probably would have but I’m sure Sir John had the dealer deal with it > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > > > On Apr 17, 2024, at 10:57 AM, Andrew

Re: [MBZ] Too Rough Even for Okie Acres

2024-04-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
If these were closer might be a decent deal for a couple grand. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 17, 2024, at 12:03 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/332121029483228/ > > > AZBob > ___ >

[MBZ] Too Rough Even for Okie Acres

2024-04-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/332121029483228/ AZBob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] 300D Manny

2024-04-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/959721412262078/ I wonder what this would drive like? AZBob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Elton John's 600SEC Mercedes

2024-04-17 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
It probably would have but I’m sure Sir John had the dealer deal with it --FT Sent from iFōn > On Apr 17, 2024, at 10:57 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > For his visits to Atlanta. Does this have the biodegradable wiring harness? >

[MBZ] Elton John's 600SEC Mercedes

2024-04-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
For his visits to Atlanta. Does this have the biodegradable wiring harness? https://carsandbids.com/auctions/rJoNl5mw/1993-mercedes-benz-600sec ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] Does need some tlc and is hoodstacked, no title bill of sell only 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300 d, $2, 000

2024-04-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
was like that when I got it. The pump has been turned up some. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1139450790576280 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

[MBZ] I don't have the heart to junk this 1991 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 560 Sedan 4D, $1, 200

2024-04-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
She'll need work and cats as they were cut off at sometime in the past Someone swiped the plug wires, working on getting some in and she should fire up https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1791733914665777/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] Poos?

2024-04-17 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Could be worth the ask —FT Sent from my iPad > On Apr 17, 2024, at 8:34 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/share/LthihkGmhusG7uDb/?mibextid=79PoIi > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search

[MBZ] Poos?

2024-04-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/share/LthihkGmhusG7uDb/?mibextid=79PoIi Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] No title but VIN is clean and was checked by a local title professional-car last titled in Florida

2024-04-16 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Sounds like my kind of deal --FT Sent from iFōn > On Apr 16, 2024, at 2:45 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Doesn't sound shady at all. > > https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/crystal-lake-mercedes-560sl-southern/7737582265.html > ___

[MBZ] No title but VIN is clean and was checked by a local title professional-car last titled in Florida

2024-04-16 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Doesn't sound shady at all. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/crystal-lake-mercedes-560sl-southern/7737582265.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 300CD could be worth the ask -- Diesel Engine 3.0 V6 --1980 Mercedes-Benz 300 e 3.0 Sedan 4D, $2, 800

2024-04-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I would say someone should snap this up. M Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 15, 2024, at 5:25 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > shouldn't it be an OM617? > >> On Mon, Apr 15, 2024, 4:55 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >> >> He don't no what he got >>

Re: [MBZ] 300CD could be worth the ask -- Diesel Engine 3.0 V6 --1980 Mercedes-Benz 300 e 3.0 Sedan 4D, $2, 800

2024-04-15 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
shouldn't it be an OM617? On Mon, Apr 15, 2024, 4:55 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > He don't no what he got > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1531742804056734 > > -- > --FT > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To

Re: [MBZ] 300CD could be worth the ask -- Diesel Engine 3.0 V6 --1980 Mercedes-Benz 300 e 3.0 Sedan 4D, $2, 800

2024-04-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Yeah, he don’t know what he got. Doesn’t the flashing glow plug light signify some kind of a malfunction in the glow plug circuit? I can’t remember. I suppose if someone wanted a coupe real badly that might be one to pursue. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 15, 2024, at 1:58 PM, Andrew

Re: [MBZ] family own it for more than 25 years 1991 Mercedes-Benz 350sdl 6cc diesel 88k miles SDL, $9, 000

2024-04-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Depending on what it needs, that could be a very reasonable deal. On Mon, Apr 15, 2024 at 5:03 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > This looks really nice, gray interior not my fave > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1536459236910049 > > -- > --FT >

[MBZ] family own it for more than 25 years 1991 Mercedes-Benz 350sdl 6cc diesel 88k miles SDL, $9, 000

2024-04-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
This looks really nice, gray interior not my fave https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1536459236910049 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] RARE BIRD!!! 40TH ANNIVERSARY SL320 1997 Mercedes-Benz sl-class, $23, 000

2024-04-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
COMES WITH EXTRA CAPS! Cool color. COLLECTIBLE! MADE FOR US MARKET ONLY BUT WILLING TO SHIP TO EUROPE! https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1147969609980550 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] 300CD could be worth the ask -- Diesel Engine 3.0 V6 --1980 Mercedes-Benz 300 e 3.0 Sedan 4D, $2, 800

2024-04-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Hard to tell whether it has burlwood (desirable) or zebrano (common) dash wood. It's probably a non turbo. Nice yellow outside but boring noncomplimentary interior color. On Mon, Apr 15, 2024 at 4:55 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > He don't no what he got > >

[MBZ] needs the front SAM module replace, 2008 Mercedes-Benz gl-class GL 320 CDI Sport Utility 4D, $5, 500

2024-04-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
This looks pretty nice, price not crazy For sale is a 2008 Mercedes GL320 Diesel with all AWD transmission, It has a new Engine and a lot of upgrades and services done, EGR and DPF has been deleted. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2166471737019086 -- --FT

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