Mh; I thought they started in '95 to put the letters in front.
On Wed, May 12, 2010 at 6:12 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.netwrote:
It its a 91 its a 350SDL, if its a 94 its a S350, if its a 300SDL its an 86
or 87. None of the cars mentions would sell anywhere near 16k.
Hans
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Hans Neureiter wrote:
http://www.germanstar.net/Mercedes_Model_Info.html
Thanks, Hans.
So there was an S350D in 94-95, in addition to the misnamed 300SD of 92-95?
Mitch.
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On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 5:51 AM, Hans Neureiter diese...@gmail.com wrote:
http://www.germanstar.net/Mercedes_Model_Info.html
You, sir, are a certified mind reader. I was looking for this (after
the prior discussion of the 6-cylinder 3.0) and didn't even get around
to asking! :)
Thanks,
-Tim
I have a 79 300TD (no turbo), not listed on that table. Says only 1980.
-R
On 5/13/2010 9:33 AM, Tim C wrote:
On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 5:51 AM, Hans Neureiterdiese...@gmail.com wrote:
http://www.germanstar.net/Mercedes_Model_Info.html
You, sir, are a certified mind reader. I was
Agree with Randy in general. However, when my grandfather moved, he
sold his entire stock of Studebakers for well under value (which at
the time was more than it is now :) to a collector who was going to
use them rather than part and melt them. My father, similarly, gave
away most of his
I guess I am just sceptical about the reasonable offer wording. If I have
something I am prepared to let go below
what I think it is worth, or free, I usually just advertise that folks should
call or contact me and then tell them
after they have done so that I am not really looking for money. I
I think it said 300SDL on the trunk lid but I did not go and specifically look
at it. He told me it was a 3.5
liter. I assumed it was a rod bender but did not mention that to him. Don't
know if he knew and he was so proud of
it that I did not wish to be the bearer of bad news if he did not know.
Wilton,
If you want to sell your SDL make sure to post it locally first. Not
sure I can come up with BC prices but if it's a good deal I might be
convinced to pay in Canadian dollars. :)
I promised my son the 300D so I only have 10 years left to find a 'new' car...
-Tim
On Wed, May 12, 2010
And I have a 1990 300D 2.5 Turbo, that is says only is '92-'93. I think the
table is less than reliable.
300D 2.5 Turbo 1992-93
124.128
602.962
On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 8:41 AM, Rich Thomas
richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote:
I have a 79 300TD (no turbo), not listed on that table.
ist nicht in ordnung!
--R
On 5/13/2010 1:24 PM, OK Don wrote:
And I have a 1990 300D 2.5 Turbo, that is says only is '92-'93. I think the
table is less than reliable.
300D 2.5 Turbo 1992-93
124.128
602.962
On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 8:41 AM, Rich Thomas
My two cents - a great idea, lots of info out there. Personally I love
the index for the CD's that Steve Nervig has put together, and think
that adding to his collection might be a nice start. He's demonstrated
that he can get it done, so maybe someone could pitch the idea to him?
Has either
Thanks; not wanting/needing to sell it yet - well, unless the check is big
enough to change my mind. ;
Wilton
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From: Tim C bb...@crone.us
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Thursday, May 13, 2010 12:23 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] SDL
Glad to hear that you figured it out before it got much much worse.
Another case of a simple problem causing what looks like a complex and
expensive repair.
-Max
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[mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Kathmandu
Sent:
That would be a w116, right?
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On May 13, 2010, at 9:41, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net
wrote:
I have a 79 300TD (no turbo), not listed on that table. Says only
1980.
-R
On 5/13/2010 9:33 AM,
I remember struggling with same job on my 123 wagon, ended up making my
own guide pin and using a very large set of adjustable jaw pliers which
allowed me to get all the bushing parts into position and the control
arm into place so that the bolt could be inserted.
-Max
-Original Message-
Got a call from my Indy today (I was just about to call him when he called),
the RI Red runs and drives!
It needed a rear wheel bearing and the IP required some calibration but he says
now it starts like a new car (actually he said almost like a gasser). He is
right now putting a new window
Really depends on your local market. Here in Chucktown, decent models
went for about $3k to $4k last summer/fall. I paid much less for my
'cheap' E300 project car, but now parts cost has me back up almost into
that range, and I've still got weak AC and some other niggling stuff to
sort out.
I've never driven a 126 car but the 116 car is a wonderful road car. A friend
has two and I've been trying to get him to sell me one for some time now.
-Curt
Date: Thu, 13 May 2010 10:45:58 -0500
From: R A Bennell b...@mts.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: Re:
Berryman's Chem tool (Pep Boys) is also a fine chemical for removing
carbon, but have a plan for dealing with a chemical blend that can blind
you, kill brain cells if inhaled, blow-up, dissolve other stuff you
needed whole, you get the idea.
-Max
-Original Message-
From:
I've gotten two emails from this list and a third email from a totally
different domain that were all from the year 2029.
Anyone know if this is my problem or some other problem, maybe the email
server that services my account?
-Max
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I guess the problem is my end, email header on this email says year is
2010 but MS Outlook thinks it came from 2029... Maybe it bounced off a
star and went through a worm hole then came back to my email account?
-Max
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From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com
Or there might be a clue in MS Outlook
--R
On 5/13/2010 4:07 PM, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
wrote:
I guess the problem is my end, email header on this email says year is
2010 but MS Outlook thinks it came from 2029... Maybe it bounced off a
star and went through a worm
Hi Rusty -
I hope the worst is over! It's good to hear you enjoy the PT - doing the
exercises is often critical in coming back... When I had my knee replaced I
started doing the exercises the next day and continued doing them every
waking hour.
This resulting in a quick complete
I loved my 126 although it was a bit ... Ponderous... In parking
garages.
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On May 13, 2010, at 15:47, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote:
I've never driven a 126 car but the 116 car is a wonderful road car.
A
Randy wrote her endowments would literally be
touching you She was just so used to bumping into things with
those big endowments
Sorry, but I doubt it. (call me cynical) IMHO, *Every* woman knows the
powers they possess - and the attention they receive, especially if
Isn't it about time to do spring planting? I ask because my dad
swears that a home depot cart is an excellent walker, and there is
lots to see, espescially in outdoor garden, on a nice sunny day...
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On May 13,
That started in 94
Hans Neureiter wrote:
Mh; I thought they started in '95 to put the letters in front.
On Wed, May 12, 2010 at 6:12 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.netwrote:
It its a 91 its a 350SDL, if its a 94 its a S350, if its a 300SDL its an 86
or 87. None of the cars mentions
yes
Mitch Haley wrote:
Hans Neureiter wrote:
http://www.germanstar.net/Mercedes_Model_Info.html
Thanks, Hans.
So there was an S350D in 94-95, in addition to the misnamed 300SD of
92-95?
Mitch.
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A chick at college literaly introduced herself by dropping some 44G's on the
back of my neck, was the weirdest introduction ever...
Walt
On May 13, 2010 4:37 PM, LarryT l02tur...@comcast.net wrote:
Randy wrote her endowments would literally be
touching you She was just so used to
right, it is not completely accurate.
OK Don wrote:
And I have a 1990 300D 2.5 Turbo, that is says only is '92-'93. I think the
table is less than reliable.
300D 2.5 Turbo 1992-93
124.128
602.962
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95 E300, 94 S500, 92 500SEL, 92 300SD, 92 300E
No, perhaps we should. It would help the lists QUITE a bit if rusty
would put a link to the Lists on his website, it has never happened so
far.
Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote:
My two cents - a great idea, lots of info out there. Personally I love
the index for the
What do you mean? The date is May 13th, 2029, what date did you think
it was?
Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote:
I've gotten two emails from this list and a third email from a totally
different domain that were all from the year 2029.
Anyone know if this is my problem or
Speaking of projects I came across a heart-breaker the other day. A
mid/late 60s Alfa Duetto 1750 (like the car used in The Graduate) was
sitting in the parking lot of a muffler shop I was visiting. I commented
about the great looking Alfa and was told it was for sale - and could
probably be
But memorable!
;-)
LarryT
OilAnalysis Time?
Looking for Weber Parts or Porsche Posters?
www.youroil.net
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Sent: Thursday, May 13, 2010 4:42 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject:
I think it might have been Nick Danger (Firesign Theater): I opened
the door and there she stood with a pair of 44s. She also had a gun.
--R
On 5/13/2010 4:42 PM, Walt Zarnoch wrote:
A chick at college literaly introduced herself by dropping some 44G's on the
back of my neck, was the
126 is mighty hard to beat for drive and ride.
Wilton
- Original Message -
From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com
To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Thursday, May 13, 2010 3:47 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] SDL
I've never driven a 126 car but the 116 car is a wonderful road car. A
You can always go back and ask about the original parts. If the car has
been there for a couple of years, I'm sure it will be there next week.
Amazing how often parts like, whole engines get pulled, and as they have no
use, or are hard to sell, they just get pushed to the back of the garage or
So, did it/they turn your tummy (around)?
Wilton
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From: Walt Zarnoch zarnoch...@gmail.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Thursday, May 13, 2010 4:42 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rusty
A chick at college literaly introduced herself by dropping
Isn't that what Carroll Shelby did, more or less? Look where that got him!
--R
On 5/13/2010 4:47 PM, LarryT wrote:
Speaking of projects I came across a heart-breaker the other day. A
mid/late 60s Alfa Duetto 1750 (like the car used in The Graduate)
was sitting in the parking lot of a
I truly do not think that was the case with her.
Randy
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From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com
[mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com]on Behalf Of LarryT
Sent: Thursday, May 13, 2010 2:37 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rusty
Randy wrote her endowments
There was a girl back in highschool that we teased by telling her she need not
worry about hurting her nose if she
ever fell forward.
Randy
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From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com
[mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com]on Behalf Of Walt Zarnoch
Sent: Thursday, May 13, 2010
Probably a cheap alternative to replacing the worn out original drivetrain.
Randy
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From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com
[mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com]on Behalf Of LarryT
Sent: Thursday, May 13, 2010 2:47 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1974
And why did I picture a big wad-o-cash slapping the back of your neck...
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On May 13, 2010, at 16:42, Walt Zarnoch zarnoch...@gmail.com wrote:
A chick at college literaly introduced herself by dropping some
44G's on
Hahahahahahaha. Guess I'm catching up on digest from 2010. You guys
haven't changed much
-Max
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From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com
[mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin
Sent: Thursday, May 13, 2010 4:45 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion
Heh, kinda weird thing. The man downstairs was in a fight with the man
upstairs over the mechanics of setting up a camping shelter, the what the
blank just happened? reflex kicked in, and I kinda just ended up staying
there and leaning back...
On May 13, 2010 5:01 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com
ROFLOL
Had to do a visual of this for my wife before she grasped it.
Well, she didn't really but its a thought.
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When you get older, you don't regret the things you did in life.
You regret the things you didn't do.
On 5/13/2010 5:48 PM, Walt Zarnoch wrote:
Heh, kinda
Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net writes:
So, I am curious -- what would reasonable offer entail on stuff like
this? If the guy had any interest in selling it to make more money,
like parting the cars out and selling the bits, I could see one price.
If it is come get this crap
Haha, before she grasped it sooo many ways that could be taken... (pun
semi-intended on afterthought)
Walt, who needs to get a strike and get out of the gutter...
On May 13, 2010 6:02 PM, Peter T. Arnold pm7...@comcast.net wrote:
ROFLOL
Had to do a visual of this for my wife before she grasped
I will work on that when I come back. Ib hope to be back part time starting
next Tuesday.
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net
Date: Thu, 13 May 2010 15:43:38
To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com
What was the T' for? Touring Diesel...
On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 8:41 AM, Rich Thomas
richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote:
I have a 79 300TD (no turbo), not listed on that table. Says only 1980.
-R
On 5/13/2010 9:33 AM, Tim C wrote:
On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 5:51 AM, Hans
I think it has something to do with the US market (i.e. more money than
sense).
On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 12:29 PM, Rich Thomas
richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote:
ist nicht in ordnung!
--R
On 5/13/2010 1:24 PM, OK Don wrote:
And I have a 1990 300D 2.5 Turbo, that is says only is
So my '83 240D is still a little squirrely.
Tonight I jacked up the front one corner at a time and I find I can move the
passenger wheel about 1/8 in or out if I grab the sides (3 and 9 o'clock) and
push/pull. Up and down theres minimal movement and the driver's side wheel
exhibits minimal
They didn't happen to mention any tips on the stock market, perchance, did they?
:)
Tom Schuch
SE Connecticut
1975 300D W115
and a half dozen BMWs
Message: 6
Date: Thu, 13 May 2010 16:03:45 -0400
From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
The usual:
Drag link, idler arm bushings, tie rods, steering damper.
Do the whole mess, it doesn't take long if you get new tie rods
complete and set them to exactly the same length as the old ones.
Peter
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whatever it attaches to. It looks somewhat like the steering damper
moves too but I couldn't really tell.
Idler arm if the damper _doesn't_ move, ball joint on the
drag (center) link if it _does_. Really, you need two people
for this. One to wiggle, and one to go looking.
-- Jim
After my second look (and consulting the FSM) I think the problem is the
intermediate steering arm which is allowing the tie rod/drag link connection
point to move up and down.
So theres an intermediate steering arm job too which shows how to replace the
rubber bushings provided you've got the
Perhaps because he wanted to drive it? That's one reason I put an Olds V8
in my MGA - way back when. Much less fiddling with and more driving when I
was done.
On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 3:47 PM, LarryT l02tur...@comcast.net wrote:
I don't know why someone would do that to such a great old
I've done several idler arm bushing kits. It's not that hard.
Might have to chisel out the old bushings, but that's the hard
part. Takes a couple of big wrenches, too.
-- Jim
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That's very good news - glad to hear that you're progressing well --
On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 5:22 PM, buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote:
I will work on that when I come back. Ib hope to be back part time starting
next Tuesday.
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Panic! (the national past time).
I plan to do this job on the 124 this weekend, if the thunder storms,
tornadoes, etc. leave me alone
On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 7:24 PM, Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.netwrote:
The usual:
Drag link, idler arm bushings, tie rods, steering damper.
Do the whole mess, it doesn't take long
This is pretty straight forward to do. Its such a common wear item on
these cars I just assume any car I buy needs the bushings and
automatically replace them.
This biggest issue is getting the old bushings out. Various methods
might work, depending on how stuck they are. My attack plan is
the more things change, the more they stay the same. I have about 50
of those 2010 bluetech diesels in my back yard.
Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote:
Hahahahahahaha. Guess I'm catching up on digest from 2010. You guys
haven't changed much
-Max
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we need to get some more subscribers. I used to get them from ebay, but
I dont list there anymore. Need to work on my site so it will show up
in google.
buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote:
I will work on that when I come back. Ib hope to be back part time starting
next Tuesday.
Sent from my
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Subject:1986 Mercedes 300 SDL - $2000 (Magnolia, AR)
Date: Thu, 13 May 2010 18:36:39 -0700 (PDT)
From: okieb...@striplin.net
To: okieb...@striplin.net
okieb...@striplin.net has forwarded you this craigslist.org posting.
Please see below for
There's some beautiful scenery in these videos:
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That's the kind of comments busty girls usually start hearing in their
mid-teens. She may have been sheltered or maybe they just grew last week
;-) and you certainly knew her better than I. If you say she was innocent
I believe you.
I just think it's hard for a busty girl to grow up
Crawled under and played with the intermediate steering arm some more. Theres a
bit of rubber sticking out under the bolt...
With all 4 wheels on the ground its harder to move but I can still get a good
1/16 out of it, nothing else seems to move appreciably.
I'm planning to call my local
The idler arm kit will take care of the floppy steering so long as
nothing else is bad.
However, loose steering parts tend to batter the damper to death, so
plan on a new one soon. Not expensive and very definitely worth the
few bucks for the quiet. If you take it loose, you will likely
I can't remember, but didn't it roughly translate to estate, and the
s basically meant salon or saloon...
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On May 13, 2010, at 18:48, Hans Neureiter diese...@gmail.com wrote:
What was the T' for? Touring Diesel...
I like it when I get parts from Rusty or Tom and lay them side by side
with the old parts... And then note rough machining marks on the new
part in the same location as the logo and part number on the original
part.
It's really obvious on the 123 and 126 UCA's...
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I did it on a 126. Remove the old bolt. Use a piece of 1/2 steel
inserted at an angle to drive out the old top bush from under the car.
Use a long piece of steel to drive out the bottom bush... (preferably
keeping the hammer above the fenders...)
Use the old bolt and a couple of extra
You don't have any old newspapers in them, do you? I'm interested in
a winning powerball number from 2010-2015 or so... It will help me
pass the time until I catch up...
When you are on the treadmill for an hour, your speed has no relavance
to your comletion time...
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. I don't know why someone would do that to such a great old
classic. If they want an Alfa with a V8 why not get a more common donor?..
I can see you have never owned an Alfa. Not exactly a paragon of
reliability and I'm talking about a new one. Just because something is old
doesn't
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