Re: [MBZ] size of fuel sending unit

2006-01-17 Thread Jim Cathey
I just bought one at autozone, 1 7/8 I think was the size, it worked well but was 10 bucks for 1 socket. Next question, how do you remove the IIRC, the entire 3/4 set, 20 (?) sockets plus ratchet, T bar, and extension is about $30 on sale. Or maybe $40. Either way, worth having. outer tube

Re: [MBZ] size of fuel sending unit

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I saw something on the bottom but was not sure what it was, will check it out. Jim Cathey wrote: I just bought one at autozone, 1 7/8 I think was the size, it worked well but was 10 bucks for 1 socket. Next question, how do you remove the IIRC, the entire 3/4 set, 20 (?) sockets plus

Re: [MBZ] size of fuel sending unit

2006-01-17 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 18:03:40 -0600 Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There is a little nub of a screw on the bottom. Pliers used on it gently ought to unscrew the bottom. I saw something on the bottom but was not sure what it was, will check it out. Hey, Kaleb! Look at the

[MBZ] what I also discovered the hard way

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Took the enterprise to the parts store to pickup the big socket and the thing wouldnt start when I was leaving. The alternator is only putting out 7 volts. Crap. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76

[MBZ] more rant

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Im going to have to get me a bosch book or see whats on the CD's about CIS injection!!! -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net

Re: [MBZ] Fat lotta good

2006-01-17 Thread Curt Raymond
I consider myself a blackbelt in cold starting too, I've only missed work once because the car wouldn't start but that day it was -20F. This is my third winter at this. I think this morning's problem was two fold, yes it was very cold but we recently had a warm snap (50s) so I think my fuel

[MBZ] 300D for less than $5

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-Turbo-Diesel-1983-Mercedes-Benz-300DT-Turbo-Diesel-No-Reserve_W0QQitemZ4605633371QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81

[MBZ] diesel compression tester

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/VW-Mercedes-Diesel-Compression-Tester-w-adapter_W0QQitemZ4605605207QQcategoryZ43989QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74

Re: [MBZ] Fat lotta good

2006-01-17 Thread Jim Cathey
run a cord. We're looking to buy a condo with parking lot frontage for this very reason. For now though if the stupid block heater worked I'd be okay with my battery to power it. An Espar/Webasto fuel-fired preheater, even at full-boat retail, has _got_ to be cheaper than a condo. -- Jim

[MBZ] 2.3-16 cosworth

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-190-Series-16V-1987-190e-16v-Cosworth-Mercedes-w201-blk-blk_W0QQitemZ4605556891QQcategoryZ6328QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76

[MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Is that steering wheel aftermarket? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-190-Series-190D-Diesel-Mercedes-Benz-190D-Diesel-1984-California-Rust-Free_W0QQitemZ4605457361QQcategoryZ6328QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84

[MBZ] 87 300D

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-1987-300D-Diesel_W0QQitemZ4605502574QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Jim Cathey
Is that steering wheel aftermarket? Looks like a non-airbag model. Consistent with its early year and the 2.2l 4-cylinder engine. Pioneer CD changer, and stock Becker? What's up with that, RF modulator? -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
yea, its non air bag, but the steering wheel is still different than any I have seen before. Jim Cathey wrote: Is that steering wheel aftermarket? Looks like a non-airbag model. Consistent with its early year and the 2.2l 4-cylinder engine. Pioneer CD changer, and stock Becker?

Re: [MBZ] smoke and noise

2006-01-17 Thread RELNGSON
Most important, both of mine smoked like crazy at high atltitude as they had no altitude compensation. Well, don't think just because that feature is provided that it does much. When my '78 300D was new, I drove it to Snowmass Colorado in July and at the 8000 foot elevation it was not only on

Re: [MBZ] euro 5.0 throttle position sensor and other questions

2006-01-17 Thread Trampas
Kaleb, As I recall the throttle switch on the US models make/break contact for idle and for WOT. The WOT is to cut off the AC unit. I have no idea about the valve you are talking about unless it is an early version of the EHA? As far as the throttle switch, connect the two wires together and

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Rory
I bet that thing will sell for over 4k, what do you all think it's worth?

Re: [MBZ] what I also discovered the hard way

2006-01-17 Thread Trampas
Jump start, hit alternator with wooded handle from hammer. Will charge for about 1-2 more days while you get new brushes from Rusty. Or I can sell you some used brushes. Hahahahhaha Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] euro 5.0 throttle position sensor and other questions

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I did try to jumper the 3 leads of the connector for the car side connector for the switch and it didnt make a diference. I will have to take a pic of the valve I am talking about and see if anybody knows what it does. Trampas wrote: Kaleb, As I recall the throttle switch on the US models

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I think its probably worth $1500, but it will probably sell for 4k as you say. Rory wrote: I bet that thing will sell for over 4k, what do you all think it's worth? ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor:

[MBZ] Eureka!

2006-01-17 Thread Curt Raymond
Went down and followed the block heater cord, pulled the thingie off and, whoa its shredded. I'm amazed it ever worked, in fact I'm sort of amazed it didn't start a fire! This is beyond shoe-goo and tape, its dead Jim. (like that one?) So its off to Rusty's site to order me up a new one.

[MBZ] RARE and sought after 60x IP locking tool

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-diesel-injection-pump-cam-Tool-Repair-Tools_W0QQitemZ4605462495QQcategoryZ43998QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D,

[MBZ] brand new 5.0 euro shortblock

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MERCEDES-5-0-ENGINE-NEW-IN-CRATE-MERCEDES-ENGINE_W0QQitemZ8030732017QQcategoryZ33615QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74

Re: [MBZ] RARE and sought after 60x IP locking tool

2006-01-17 Thread Zeitgeist
Huh, what's so rare about this? I've got two of em. On 1/16/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-diesel-injection-pump-cam-Tool-Repair-Tools_W0QQitemZ4605462495QQcategoryZ43998QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a

Re: [MBZ] Eureka!

2006-01-17 Thread Jim Cathey
Went down and followed the block heater cord, pulled the thingie off and, whoa its shredded. I'm amazed it ever worked, in fact I'm sort of amazed it didn't start a fire! This is beyond shoe-goo and tape, its dead Jim. (like that one?) So its off to Rusty's site to order me up a new one.

Re: [MBZ] RARE and sought after 60x IP locking tool

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
they are hard to find, at least they used to be. Zeitgeist wrote: Huh, what's so rare about this? I've got two of em. On 1/16/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: [MBZ] what I also discovered the hard way

2006-01-17 Thread Trampas
One of the things I learned, after much brow beating from wife, is to check the brushes on all new Mercedes and then check every time you replace rear brakes. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Monday,

Re: [MBZ] Fat lotta good

2006-01-17 Thread Curt Raymond
Oh a wise guy huh? Why I outta. We were going to buy a condo anyway. House prices in New England are outta site but predictions are that they'll at least moderate as the boomers retire and take off for warmer locals. Condo prices should stay strong because of those same boomers

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Trampas
I feel the same way about a white 350SDL with grey or tan interior, 5sp and new engine. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rory Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006 7:56 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] nice 190D I've

Re: [MBZ] size of fuel sending unit

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
thanks dude. Marshall Booth wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I just bought one at autozone, 1 7/8 I think was the size, it worked well but was 10 bucks for 1 socket. Next question, how do you remove the outer tube part to clean up the inside? Here's EVERYTHING I know about it: Tools

Re: [MBZ] RARE and sought after 60x IP locking tool

2006-01-17 Thread Zeitgeist
Are you sure you're not thinking of those weird locking pins for the OM61X engines? I rarely run across those things, but the other pins seem fairly readily available. On 1/16/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: they are hard to find, at least they used to be. Casey Olympia, WA

Re: [MBZ] RARE and sought after 60x IP locking tool

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I just know when i was looking for one for the 60x engines they were not available at that time in the US. Zeitgeist wrote: Are you sure you're not thinking of those weird locking pins for the OM61X engines? I rarely run across those things, but the other pins seem fairly readily available.

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Marshall Booth
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Is that steering wheel aftermarket? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-190-Series-190D-Diesel-Mercedes-Benz-190D-Diesel-1984-California-Rust-Free_W0QQitemZ4605457361QQcategoryZ6328QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Same steering wheel as all of my '84-85s have/had!

Re: [MBZ] Fat lotta good

2006-01-17 Thread Dave M.
For those of you wondering what it's like in Bolton Landing, where Johnny lives, in the Adirondacks... let's just say the residents there would consider a vacation to Alaska with Eskimos in the middle of winter to be a nice warmup. Say Johnny, do you have electricity out to your igloo now? ;-)

Re: [MBZ] 450hp 126

2006-01-17 Thread Dave M.
The insane part is that the long block is capable of surviving with 200% more power. The Crazy Finns have proved it. Just need to modify the exhaust and fuel delivery as Mitch described! The tranny may need the clutch packs from an SL600 (which also uses the same basic 722.3 trans). :) +dm

Re: [MBZ] Fat lotta good

2006-01-17 Thread Tom Scordato
that they'll at least moderate When a three bedroom squeak box house only cost you $500K anywhere within the 100 mile commuting (one way) radius of Boston - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006 7:57 PM Subject:

Re: [MBZ] RARE and sought after 60x IP locking tool

2006-01-17 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 18:52:24 -0600 Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-diesel-injection-pump-cam-Tool-Repair-Tools_W0QQitemZ4605462495QQcategoryZ43998QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem I've dealt with zdmak before and found he's a good seller. Some of the tools

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Dave M.
That's a factory leather steering wheel, replacing the crappy vinyl steering wheel. The wheels are mostly all interchangeable up to 1999, although some later ones may need a new/different contact ring for the airbag (if applicable). The car looks pretty nice - too bad it's not a stick, and closer

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Marshall Booth
Dave M. wrote: That's a factory leather steering wheel, replacing the crappy vinyl steering wheel. The wheels are mostly all interchangeable up to 1999, although some later ones may need a new/different contact ring for the airbag (if applicable). Upon closer inspection - you're ABSOLUTELY

Re: [MBZ] RARE and sought after 60x IP locking tool

2006-01-17 Thread Dave M.
That's the lock tool for all OM60x injection pumps, and most - but not all - 617.95x pumps. For a while, a year or three ago, MB dealers in the USA were claiming they couldn't get that tool - no idea why. It's still on the MB price list and should be available but I don't know if anyone has tried

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 20:55:20 -0500 Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dave M. wrote: That's a factory leather steering wheel, replacing the crappy vinyl steering wheel. The wheels are mostly all interchangeable up to 1999, although some later ones may need a new/different contact ring

[MBZ] 1956 Mercedes Camper Van Transporter Diesel Very Rare

2006-01-17 Thread Craig McCluskey
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1956-Mercedes-Camper-Van-Transporter-Diesel-Very-Rare_W0QQitemZ4604646889QQcategoryZ6315QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Craig

Re: [MBZ] 1956 Mercedes Camper Van Transporter Diesel Very Rare

2006-01-17 Thread Christopher McCann
KEWL!!! Chris Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1956-Mercedes-Camper-Van-Transporter-Diesel-Very-Rare_W0QQitemZ4604646889QQcategoryZ6315QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Craig ___ http://www.striplin.net For

Re: [MBZ] Eureka!

2006-01-17 Thread Curt Raymond
Jim, You got a way of taking the fun out of everything... The pins on the heater are fine, I don't think the connector has been off since the heater was put in. But still I'll probably check it... -Curt Date: Mon, 16 Jan 2006 16:58:15 -0800 From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] Rare 300D (W123) test film from 1976 German TV

2006-01-17 Thread Christopher McCann
verses ALL NEW!! types of marketing prduction common amongst the domestics. I think the old German marques are trending this way increasingly. Unfortunately. They are responding to a market that cares less for durability and more for conspicuous consumption. Just see the Mercedes lifestyle

Re: [MBZ] new addition to diesel flock

2006-01-17 Thread Christopher McCann
coming from anyone else, I might be offended! :-) Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: you are out of control. Christopher McCann wrote: 1992 Canadian VW Golf (diesel). After working fine for months, my friend drive it through a creek and smashed the water separator under the car.

Re: [MBZ] CR report on headlight bulbs

2006-01-17 Thread Christopher McCann
silver star sealed beam lights don't last very long. Chris (upgrading to hella, non sealed beams, Euro style) Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dave asked: What were your plans that are now kinked? Nothing big, I was going to sucker up the money and try a set of Sylvania

[MBZ] 300D 2.5L Turbo Diesel

2006-01-17 Thread Craig McCluskey
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=4605490544fromMakeTrack=true Currently at $111.50, with no reserve. Any idea what could be wrong? Craig

Re: [MBZ] CR report on headlight bulbs

2006-01-17 Thread Christopher McCann
Did anyone mention this place? Anygood? http://www.rallylights.com/ THanks, Chris Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sadly, PowerBulbs no longer carries overwatt Rally bulbs, but Dan Stern can get them. I buy my overwattage Hx bulbs at NAPA. The key word is 'motorcycle'. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] size of fuel sending unit

2006-01-17 Thread Luther Gulseth
that's a good one for the files section of your website Kaleb - Original Message From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006 7:06:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] size of fuel sending unit thanks dude. Marshall

[MBZ] Another ebay Idiot, I Tink

2006-01-17 Thread Bob Rentfro
This isn't a 280, is it? It looks like a 450 with a 280 badge or trunk...but I'm not too familiar with those. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1979-Mercedes-Benz-280-SE-Was-Custom-Made_W0QQitemZ4604899916QQcategoryZ6329QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Bob Rentfro '77 300D 147K (drive 'er 900 miles today)

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Robert Tara Ludwick
Looks nice, but i have to wonder why he only shows the seat bottom on the passenger side. I wonder whats under the rest of those seat covers??? Robert Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Is that steering wheel aftermarket?

[MBZ] Flt computer - E6B?

2006-01-17 Thread wilton strickland
I know Walt knows about manual E6Bs. I didn't KNOW there were ELECTRONIC ones. 'Meant no disrespect to anyone. Wilton

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5L Turbo Diesel

2006-01-17 Thread Luther Gulseth
something shifter related. Say's it won't get all the way into park. Makes me wonder if something broke, and the neutral safety switch has the car disabled. - Original Message From: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006

Re: [MBZ] 2.3-16 cosworth

2006-01-17 Thread mykd1
A benz block with a cosworth designed head 69 280 SEL 120,000 Miles 72 350SL 108,000 Miles 2004 VW Passat 4 Motion 1999 Mazda Miata -Original Message- From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Mon, 16 Jan 2006 18:00:41 -0800

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5L Turbo Diesel

2006-01-17 Thread OK Don
It shouldn't crank if it's the neutral safety switch -- I'm thinking it's a fuel leak resulting in air in the lines. They mentioned a leaking filter. If they did run out of fuel, they haven't bled the lines or cranked it long enough. On 1/16/06, Luther Gulseth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: something

Re: [MBZ] 82 300SD For Sale Peoria

2006-01-17 Thread Desert Rat
area code 309 is IL. On 1/16/06, Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: PeoriaIL? Bob Rentfro From there - Original Message - From: Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006 2:11 PM Subject: [MBZ] 82 300SD

Re: [MBZ] 300D for less than $5

2006-01-17 Thread LT Don
Yorktown. Where I went to OCS. Shouldn't be much rust if it has spent its life there. On 1/16/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Eureka!

2006-01-17 Thread Jim Cathey
You got a way of taking the fun out of everything... Guess how much fun it is to order a cable only to find that it _still_ doesn't work. I've learned the hard way to not make such assumptions (mostly). -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Jim Cathey
So, with 253,834 miles, what kind of major work is one facing? Slushbox. ACC. Cruise. Suspension. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] euro 5.0 throttle position sensor and other questions

2006-01-17 Thread JFreezn
In a message dated 1/16/2006 5:32:34 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: OK, slowing working out the little bugs with the euro 5.0 in the US 380. I figured out this thing has a throttle position sensor which is located under the air meter deal, fuel distributor etc

Re: [MBZ] 82 300SD For Sale Peoria

2006-01-17 Thread Bob Rentfro
duh...I didn't notice Bob Rentfro - Original Message - From: Desert Rat [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006 7:31 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 82 300SD For Sale Peoria area code 309 is IL. On 1/16/06, Bob Rentfro [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Fat lotta good

2006-01-17 Thread Kevin
On Mon, Jan 16, 2006 at 08:13:40AM -0800, Jim Cathey wrote: You have it backwards. The _lower_ the gear the faster the engine spins. But, too low and the wheels just skid on the ground, wasting all that hard-earned energy. (Hard-earned in our case, 'cause it was usually a push start we were

Re: [MBZ] Eureka!

2006-01-17 Thread Curt Raymond
Yeah well, I'm a risk taker I guess... I wonder, I don't have an ammeter so I can't test current to the block heater to prove its working. I'd tried testing for voltage drop at the battery before but saw absolutely nothing (wonder why..Duh.) wonder if a properly operating block heater

Re: [MBZ] Models that have the same transmission as the 300 SD.

2006-01-17 Thread Nick Wellinghoff
Thank you all Nick

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Marshall Booth
Craig McCluskey wrote: On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 20:55:20 -0500 Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Dave M. wrote: That's a factory leather steering wheel, replacing the crappy vinyl steering wheel. The wheels are mostly all interchangeable up to 1999, although some later ones may need a

Re: [MBZ] RARE and sought after 60x IP locking tool

2006-01-17 Thread Zeitgeist
I bought my locking tool from Rusty about 2 years ago, for around $30--MB original tool. I also have a copy (Sir tools?) which came in a lot of MB tools on ebay. It's not as nicely finished, but does work well. On 1/16/06, Dave M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: BTW - if anyone has bought one of

Re: [MBZ] nice 190D

2006-01-17 Thread Marshall Booth
Robert Tara Ludwick wrote: Looks nice, but i have to wonder why he only shows the seat bottom on the passenger side. I wonder whats under the rest of those seat covers??? I'll ALMOST guaranty there are holes on the outer edge of the lower drivers seatback. Several of mine have those holes!!

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5L Turbo Diesel

2006-01-17 Thread Dave M.
Well, since he says it turns over and the cam turns, I'd say: 1) Bad glow relay (easy to test, check for +12v at the plugs) 2) Fuel delivery problems - vac shutoff stuck down? It's pretty much gotta be one or the other, either no glow or no fuel. Not much else to go wrong - this is assuming it

[MBZ] Part numbers for plastic vacuum tubing

2006-01-17 Thread Dave M.
Hi all, I recently was looking up some part numbers for the Tecalan (plastic) vac tubing used on most MB's. Here's some updated information. I'm not sure if all these part numbers are still available, I may try to order a few of the oddball ones and see what shows up. I have ordered most of these

Re: [MBZ] I live TOOOOO close to Kaleb

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
It still has 9 days to go, it will go for MUCH more Im sure. Luther Gulseth wrote: Deals like this NEVER come up (mostly) because Kaleb has bought them ALL! - Original Message From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday,

Re: [MBZ] size of fuel sending unit

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
will have to get poos permission to publish though. Luther Gulseth wrote: that's a good one for the files section of your website Kaleb - Original Message From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, January 16, 2006

Re: [MBZ] Another ebay Idiot, I Tink

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
naw, its probably a 280, euro of course Bob Rentfro wrote: This isn't a 280, is it? It looks like a 450 with a 280 badge or trunk...but I'm not too familiar with those.

Re: [MBZ] euro 5.0 throttle position sensor and other questions

2006-01-17 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I have checked all over for loose vac lines and nothing has turned up. The throttle sensor not being hooked up has to be causing some problem I would think. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 1/16/2006 5:32:34 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: OK,

Re: [MBZ] 82 300SD For Sale Peoria

2006-01-17 Thread Loren Faeth
Ever heard of will it play in Peoria? Yep Peoria, IL - the Original Home of Caterpillar! At 08:07 PM 1/16/2006, you wrote: PeoriaIL? Bob Rentfro From there - Original Message - From: Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent:

Re: [MBZ] 82 300SD For Sale Peoria

2006-01-17 Thread Loren Faeth
Nope, Peoria is about 300-350 miles away. I have not seen the car. I am much closer LT Don and Dan Weeks At 08:43 PM 1/16/2006, you wrote: Do live in Peoria, Loren? Bob Rentfro - Original Message - From: Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] 2.3-16 cosworth

2006-01-17 Thread Loren Faeth
The latest Star features the 2.3-16v. Quite a few race drivers in the mid 80s had a 2.3-16v as a daily driver. They are destined to become collectible.

Re: [MBZ] 82 300SD For Sale Peoria

2006-01-17 Thread Bob Rentfro
Heck yes. I grew up in East Peoria. I was the first human in my family, since the early '30s, to NOT EVER have worked at Caterpillar. I did sell my '71 220D to a VP at CAT named Gilmore...I think it was in '79. Bob Rentfro EP refuge - Original Message - From: Loren Faeth [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] I live TOOOOO close to Kaleb

2006-01-17 Thread Robert Tara Ludwick
Driving home with no windows would sure be an adventure :-D --Robert Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: It still has 9 days to go, it will go for MUCH more Im sure. Luther Gulseth wrote: Deals like this NEVER come up (mostly) because Kaleb has bought them ALL! - Original Message

Re: [MBZ] Eureka!

2006-01-17 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 18:43:01 -0800 (PST) Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah well, I'm a risk taker I guess... I wonder, I don't have an ammeter so I can't test current to the block heater to prove its working. I'd tried testing for voltage drop at the battery before but saw

Re: [MBZ] Another ebay Idiot, I Tink

2006-01-17 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Bob, No eBay idiot! Not CUSTOM BUILT!!! Not so unusual.. 280SE Euro model built from '72-'80. One of the many configurations for the 116 body Check cloth seats and euro heater controls and manual window handles in rear and probably for front also Take care, Chuck

Re: [MBZ] Another ebay Idiot, I Tink

2006-01-17 Thread Chuck Landenberger
Bob, No eBay idiot! Not CUSTOM BUILT!!! Not so unusual.. 280SE Euro model built from '72-'80. One of the many configurations for the 116 body Check cloth seats and euro heater controls and manual window handles in rear and probably for front also Take care, Chuck

Re: [MBZ] I live TOOOOO close to Kaleb

2006-01-17 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 21:41:22 -0600 Robert Tara Ludwick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Driving home with no windows would sure be an adventure :-D Especially when the local law enforcement personnel see you. Craig

[MBZ] Gump and the ladies

2006-01-17 Thread redghost
Well only one. the Queen of Denial had to drive Gump today. her car is still getting the carbon cleaned out and the glow ports reamed. I had to sit there and teach her how to start. Puny little wisp of a lady almost died trying to get the knob back enough to glow and start. Watching her

Re: [MBZ] weekend cars

2006-01-17 Thread redghost
Must be such a high price because of those wheels. I can look at it if you want Ed On Monday, January 16, 2006, at 04:12 AM, Ed Booher wrote: On 1/14/06, redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: List of cars you need to delete, or read them and http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/124243374.html

Re: [MBZ] more rant

2006-01-17 Thread LT Don
You ARE working on the 500 and not the 280, right? On 1/17/06, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Im going to have to get me a bosch book or see whats on the CD's about CIS injection!!! -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83

Re: [MBZ] 220D Questions/answers

2006-01-17 Thread redghost
There is a little adjusty thing on the dash. Is that going to be able to compensate for altitude. I never use it, but am at near enough sea level On Monday, January 16, 2006, at 07:12 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Im pretty sure they had altitude compensasion, but it was manually adjusted,

[MBZ] Test

2006-01-17 Thread Wray Stanley

Re: [MBZ] 220D Questions/answers

2006-01-17 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 20:14:46 -0800 redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There is a little adjusty thing on the dash. Is that going to be able to compensate for altitude. I never use it, but am at near enough sea level The little adjusty thing on the dash is the idle stop -- it raises the

Re: [MBZ] Test

2006-01-17 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 23:15:01 -0500 Wray Stanley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: BZ!!! You flunk. Craig

Re: [MBZ] 220D Questions

2006-01-17 Thread redghost
I will have to post some once the rain goes away and I can get a camera out. On Monday, January 16, 2006, at 11:13 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: So I've been mistaken all this time? I thought the Frankenheap and the other famous ride Gump were 123s. But they're both 115s? I know they're not both

Re: [MBZ] 220D Questions/answers

2006-01-17 Thread OK Don
On 1/16/06, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 20:14:46 -0800 redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There is a little adjusty thing on the dash. Is that going to be able to compensate for altitude. I never use it, but am at near enough sea level The little adjusty

Re: [MBZ] CR report on headlight bulbs

2006-01-17 Thread Lee Levitt
Chris, I did. I've been buying from them for a long time. They had a = change in management a couple of years ago and I've continued to = see good service and an expanded product offering. Ken, the original owner, was active in rallying and rally support. = I don't know about the new

Re: [MBZ] Ebay 280SE

2006-01-17 Thread RELNGSON
Decent except for the mismatched paint on the left quarter panel and LF fender. And the hood star's installed backwards. The icky brown cord upholstery doesn't do much for it. RLE

Re: [MBZ] 1956 Mercedes Camper Van Transporter Diesel Very Rare

2006-01-17 Thread redghost
It looks like the poor thing escaped from a mexican prison On Monday, January 16, 2006, at 05:34 PM, Craig McCluskey wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1956-Mercedes-Camper-Van-Transporter- Diesel-Very- Rare_W0QQitemZ4604646889QQcategoryZ6315QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZVie wItem --

Re: [MBZ] 220D Questions/answers

2006-01-17 Thread redghost
Well, whatever it does, I do not use it On Monday, January 16, 2006, at 08:18 PM, Craig McCluskey wrote: On Mon, 16 Jan 2006 20:14:46 -0800 redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There is a little adjusty thing on the dash. Is that going to be able to compensate for altitude. I never use it,

Re: [MBZ] 82 300SD For Sale Peoria

2006-01-17 Thread Loren Faeth
I only drive through Peoria on occasion, except in 95 I did some research there. I think I was in Peoria for 3 days and it was so cold. I think i wore coveralls in the escort to keep warm, and it normally was comfortable in winter. I know one day it warmed up to 0 and the sun was out,

Re: [MBZ] I live TOOOOO close to Kaleb

2006-01-17 Thread Jim Cathey
Driving home with no windows would sure be an adventure :-D Especially when the local law enforcement personnel see you. Wear a motorcycle helmet (with face shield). -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] 220D Questions

2006-01-17 Thread Jim Cathey
I will have to post some once the rain goes away and I can get a camera out. Now why would you want NON-representative pictures anyway? -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] Must.... resist.... urge....

2006-01-17 Thread B Dike
Clay, I couldn't That's my new 220D project. Checked it out Saturday. Will likely need a head if not a new motor. He has a near-perfect 69(?) 280SEL that was already spoken for by some guy in Yakima for $3500. Also has a 84 300SD. He's clearing out his stuff and moving to

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