[MBZ] 190D Odometer breaks and Brake warning light works

2008-09-19 Thread Zoltan Finks
87 190D Yipee! I now have a broken odometer. And also reported by the wife, a yellow light came on. To her credit, she actually took note, and looked it up in the manual. She says it means that the pads need replacing. Is there such a light? Brian ___

[MBZ] 300SD RV

2008-09-19 Thread Max Dillon
Judging by the number and size of the pics, the owner/creator is quite proud of it. I'll bet it will be a great survival vehicle post-iranian attack because the diesel engine will not be affected by the EMP from the high-altitude nuclear detonations they'll use to take out our critical

[MBZ] S350 diesel sedan

2008-09-19 Thread ANGELO GIAIMO
I just turned 270,000 on my 90 350 SDL; Head Gasket replaced around 120K (I think...gotta check the records) Now uses about 1qt/1.5K miles Like Wilton, I'm gonna keep driving it and enjoying it as long as I can. Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2008 20:00:11 -0400 From: Wilton Strickland [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 190D Odometer breaks and Brake warning light works

2008-09-19 Thread Jim Cathey
Yipee! I now have a broken odometer. Pliers time! Knurl your shaft, buckwheat. And also reported by the wife, a yellow light came on. To her credit, she actually took note, and looked it up in the manual. She says it means that the pads need replacing. Is there such a light? There is

Re: [MBZ] S350 diesel sedan

2008-09-19 Thread Jim Cathey
Now uses about 1qt/1.5K miles Like Wilton, I'm gonna keep driving it and enjoying it as long as I can. Sadly, unlike his yours sounds like it's on its way out. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] 190D Odometer breaks and Brake warning light works

2008-09-19 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 5:15 AM, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And also reported by the wife, a yellow light came on. To her credit, she actually took note, and looked it up in the manual. She says it means that the pads need replacing. Is there such a light? There is indeed. Yup.

[MBZ] In case somebody forgot to mention

2008-09-19 Thread Curt Raymond
ARRR! It be international Talk like a Pirate day! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 190D Odometer breaks and Brake warning light works

2008-09-19 Thread Luther
www.odometergears.com Luther Zoltan Finks wrote: 87 190D Yipee! I now have a broken odometer. And also reported by the wife, a yellow light came on. To her credit, she actually took note, and looked it up in the manual. She says it means that the pads need replacing. Is there such a light?

Re: [MBZ] Charlie's Benz gets him in trouble

2008-09-19 Thread Rich Thomas
Was that the trooper who tased his 10 yr old son (don't tase me dad!), made death threats against his FIL and SIL (that would be the gov), drank in his cop car on duty, etc? And the govt guy who was working against his new boss, with his old boss, while working at the discretion of his new

Re: [MBZ] 300SD RV

2008-09-19 Thread Rich Thomas
And that comment from Mad Max himself!!! --R Max Dillon wrote: Judging by the number and size of the pics, the owner/creator is quite proud of it. I'll bet it will be a great survival vehicle post-iranian attack because the diesel engine will not be affected by the EMP from the

Re: [MBZ] Carfax?

2008-09-19 Thread andrew strasfogel
Thanks!! I owe you, Mitch. This has some very interesting information. The car was sold to me from someone in MO, and represented as having been in TX prior to that. Yet, the Carfax shows nearly 6 years spent in between in Bella Vista ARK. WTF. It's amusing to think that someone might have

Re: [MBZ] In case somebody forgot to mention

2008-09-19 Thread andrew strasfogel
How about if everyone WRITES like a pirate. On Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 10:46 AM, Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ARRR! It be international Talk like a Pirate day! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] In case somebody forgot to mention

2008-09-19 Thread Robert Rentfro
Since it's talk/type like a Pirate day, the question must be asked: How much does it cost for a Pirate to get his ears pierced? A buck an earARG! Bob R -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Friday, September 19,

Re: [MBZ] Charlie's Benz gets him in trouble

2008-09-19 Thread andrew strasfogel
You have just made a powerful argument for outlawing civilian ownership of tasers and other dangerous weaponry. But you're still missing the larger point. The Gov. said she would cooperate with the Troopergate investigation and now has reneged, which may be understandable in light of her being

Re: [MBZ] Carfax?

2008-09-19 Thread Mitch Haley
andrew strasfogel wrote: DC exempts diesel passenger vehicles from tailpipe emissions testing, but when I passed DM inspection it registered as having also passed the normal emissions test for gasoline vehicles. Whatever. Thanks for the explanation. I thought that old diesels were exempt

[MBZ] Another new problem

2008-09-19 Thread Curt Raymond
Took the 190D to my Indy because of a squeeling symphony the other night driving home from work. It appears it was caused by a sticking parking brake cable - Whew! On the negative side the annoying rumble I've been hearing appears to be a differential bearing. He's nervous about being able to

[MBZ] BuyMBparts web orders

2008-09-19 Thread Rusty Cullens
As of today, if anyone has any issues with a web placed order to BuyMBparts any and all issues need to be discussed with Gary Hurst. Calling Tom or Rusty will not help. The web is a totally different enterprise and Gary handles it completely. He can be reached at 770-820-4775 on his cell or AOL

Re: [MBZ] Another new problem

2008-09-19 Thread Mitch Haley
Curt Raymond wrote: I've also called Dwight's buddy Fred as I *think* he has a 190D 2.2l. I'd also appreciate it if anybody knew of any other differentials that'd work (correct ratio I mean). Frederick Moir might have an extra from his 190Dt parts car. It would be a bit taller (2.65:1) than

Re: [MBZ] BuyMBparts web orders

2008-09-19 Thread Mitch Haley
Rusty Cullens wrote: As of today, if anyone has any issues with a web placed order to BuyMBparts any and all issues need to be discussed with Gary Hurst. What if Dr Fatty starts blocking our calls to his cell? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] BuyMBparts web orders

2008-09-19 Thread Gary Hurst
probably best to email On Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 3:31 PM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Rusty Cullens wrote: As of today, if anyone has any issues with a web placed order to BuyMBparts any and all issues need to be discussed with Gary Hurst. What if Dr Fatty starts blocking our calls

Re: [MBZ] BuyMBparts web orders

2008-09-19 Thread Rusty Cullens
email or IM, he will get around to them eventually. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 3:31 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] BuyMBparts web orders

2008-09-19 Thread Rusty Cullens
or just call the order then Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 3:31 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] BuyMBparts web orders

Re: [MBZ] BuyMBparts web orders

2008-09-19 Thread Gary Hurst
email always is best On Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 4:06 PM, Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: email or IM, he will get around to them eventually. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Re: [MBZ] Another new problem

2008-09-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
you must go broke paying somebody to fix your cars all the time. Curt Raymond wrote: Took the 190D to my Indy because of a squeeling symphony the other night driving home from work. It appears it was caused by a sticking parking brake cable - Whew! On the negative side the annoying rumble

Re: [MBZ] Another new problem

2008-09-19 Thread Bill R
On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Friday, September 19, 2008 4:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Another new problem you must go broke paying somebody to fix your cars all the time. Speaking for myself, I might have to give up food or sell a grandchild if I need to do

[MBZ] 124 evapectomy

2008-09-19 Thread Wilton Strickland
'Been 3 months since my evapectomy; still cooling VERY well. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Another new problem

2008-09-19 Thread Kevin Kraly
you must go broke paying somebody to fix your cars all the time. That's how they get really expensive, really fast! This is why I've always replaced belts, shocks, brakes, radiators and anything else that can be done easily enough in the driveway/garage. Then, there's the time element when

[MBZ] OT Friday humor Politics Fw: illegal aliens

2008-09-19 Thread Kris Gilmore
- Original Message - Subject: illegal aliens just kidding ... i think ... From the MANITOBA HERALD, Canada (a very underground paper): The flood of American liberals sneaking across the border into Canada has intensified in the past week, sparking calls for increased patrols to

Re: [MBZ] Carfax?

2008-09-19 Thread tom savage
andrew strasfogel wrote: Thanks!! I owe you, Mitch. This has some very interesting information. The car was sold to me from someone in MO, and represented as having been in TX prior to that. Yet, the Carfax shows nearly 6 years spent in between in Bella Vista ARK. WTF. Eh, it moved

Re: [MBZ] 300SD RV

2008-09-19 Thread Wonko the Sane
I can only assume that the owner was the individual doing provocative poses on the bed. On Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 12:14 PM, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And that comment from Mad Max himself!!! --R Max Dillon wrote: Judging by the number and size of the pics, the owner/creator is

Re: [MBZ] Charlie's Benz gets him in trouble

2008-09-19 Thread M. Mitchell Marmel
At 5:34 PM -0400 9/18/08, andrew strasfogel wrote: Baloney. No 1972 Mercedes sedan (other than a 600) is worth $12 K. IT'S WORTH AT LEAST $17K! Just ask Hursty. :D -MMM- ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] Another new problem, it costs money to keep cars working

2008-09-19 Thread Hendrik Fay
However consider that the later models are deadly expensive to fix, there is a fella on the ozbenz list who claims to have spend 3K on a radiator replacement in a 2002 C180 Kompressor and is now on the lookout for a new gearbox, which was quoted from Benz at 17K, read all about it here

Re: [MBZ] Another new problem

2008-09-19 Thread Jim Cathey
I don't think Cathey is overly thrilled with his 2.2 converted to 5sp with a 3.07? diff from the 2.2 auto. I'm not. But it's a 2.5 auto converted to a manual from a 2.2. I still have the 2.2's diff, and I'm planning to swap it someday. But I'll also need speedo changes then. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] OT Friday humor Politics Fw: illegal aliens

2008-09-19 Thread andrew strasfogel
Where will the conservatives go when Obama/Biden prevail? On Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 5:30 PM, Kris Gilmore [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: - Original Message - Subject: illegal aliens just kidding ... i think ... From the MANITOBA HERALD, Canada (a very underground paper): The flood

Re: [MBZ] Carfax?

2008-09-19 Thread andrew strasfogel
Bella Visa looks humid, but I guess the car had to be garaged during its time there, as it is 99 percent rust free overall - 100 percent underneath - which makes me VERY happy. :)) On Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 6:22 PM, tom savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: andrew strasfogel wrote: Thanks!! I owe

Re: [MBZ] Another new problem, it costs money to keep cars working

2008-09-19 Thread andrew strasfogel
My friend's not-that-new 80K miles 1999 E320 needs motor mounts - $900 from an indy shop. Ouch. On Fri, Sep 19, 2008 at 9:04 PM, Hendrik Fay [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: However consider that the later models are deadly expensive to fix, there is a fella on the ozbenz list who claims to have spend

Re: [MBZ] solid gold mounts

2008-09-19 Thread RELNGSON
...My friend's not-that-new 80K miles 1999 E320 needs motor mounts - $900 from an indy shop. Ouch... There are probably ten people on this forum who will do it for half that including the parts. RLE ** Looking for simple solutions to your real-life financial challenges?