[MBZ] New tool

2013-06-17 Thread Gerry Archer
Stanley Rotator (rachet) 3/8 drive. #89-962.Purchased from Walmart $22.47 Rachet continues in same direction when handle is moved back and forth, even one click at a time. When space is limited to swing the handle, this shold double the speed of running a nut up tight. Mechanism seems a

Re: [MBZ] Pressure cap - was: I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Allan Streib
Benz Hogs benz-n-h...@gulseth.net writes: I just know this, Mercedes designed the system to work with a 15psi pressure cap and it will mildly overheat without the pressure cap in place. As Herr Sainted Dr. Boothe said, (paraphrase) Mercedes designed it that way, operate it that way. In

Re: [MBZ] Pressure cap - was: I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Michael Canfield
Why would you run a car without the cap if nothing else is wrong? If there is nothing else wrong the temp should never reach the boiling point of water let alone an antifreeze mix. Basically if your Diesel is idling hot enough to boil over I am betting the cap is not the only problem. The

Re: [MBZ] Pressure cap - was: I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jun 17, 2013, at 7:05 AM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: In fact any car I've ever operated without the pressure cap in place has boiled over, even (eventually) if just idling. More anecdotal evidence to say, if you operate your MB with a loose coolant cap, it will overheat.

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond
The thing everybody seems to not want to address is the coolant boiling out of the radiator neck... I put both thermostats in a pan of water, they both begin opening around 165F (the old one maybe slightly sooner) and are fully open at 180F. If they're busted its in some manner that I can't

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond
That would account for the overheat but not for the coolant bubbling out of the radiator. I think Kevin's theory about a crack somewhere in the block (we went over the head carefully) is the mostly likely answer. -Curt Date: Sun, 16 Jun 2013 21:53:35 -0400 From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net

Re: [MBZ] Vintage MB AD If you can't afford the car on the left....

2013-06-17 Thread Rich Thomas
There is an old black preacher around here who has one like those (not sure what year, but same color) and it is gorgeous. A diesel too! --R On 6/16/13 10:41 PM, Chris James wrote: Vintage '70s Mercedes-Benz AD for their pre-owned cars. If you can't afford the car on the left, maybe you can

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Dieselhead
The thing everybody seems to not want to address is the coolant boiling out of the radiator neck... I put both thermostats in a pan of water, they both begin opening around 165F (the old one maybe slightly sooner) and are fully open at 180F. If they're busted its in some manner that I can't

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Rich Thomas
I drove up there Sat afternoon from Chapel Hill. The drive was nice until I got near Richmond, and I-95 was a parking lot for like 60 miles to DC, stop and go traffic, 3 lanes bumper to bumper. No clear reason for it other than just too much traffic for the road. Apparently it is always like

Re: [MBZ] OT Re: best chain saw NOW Angel Oak

2013-06-17 Thread Rich Thomas
I will ask my Angel Oak experts and see what they say. --R On 6/16/13 6:50 PM, Craig wrote: On Sun, 16 Jun 2013 15:00:22 -0600 Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.com wrote: The Angel Oak is the largest tree east of the sequoias in CA, it is not known how old it is, some say 1400 years, some

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Craig
On Sun, 16 Jun 2013 23:13:05 -0500 Benz Hogs benz-n-h...@gulseth.net wrote: Find the bumpiest road you can and drive there with full heat running. Stop periodically and refill the expansion tank every so often. The water pump and aux pumps will pump the system full. You are thinking

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Michael Canfield
Not always. My 123 300d has been running just fine for near a year with a crack in the seam of the coolant reservoir so it really holds no pressure at all but does not overheat. Mike On Jun 17, 2013 10:20 AM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: The thing everybody seems to not want to

Re: [MBZ] New tool

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond
A neat idea, some kind of planetary gearset inside the head. Is it about the size of a normal socket? How fine is the ratchet, meaning can you swing it good in a small space? I wonder (and only time will tell) if its actually lubricated in the gearset. After much frustration I pulled a

Re: [MBZ] Pressure cap - was: I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond
Head gasket was replaced last month. I'm betting on the block but will probably never know. -Curt Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:03:31 -0400 From: Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Pressure cap - was: I think its the end

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond
Okay guys this madness has to end, none of you are apparently actually reading anything I write, you've all gotten hung up on the radiator cap. Lets review the facts: #1. '78 240D, no expansion tank, no aux pump. #2. As soon as the car is started coolant starts bubbling out of the hood due to

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond
I wonder if our failure to communicate is the difference between a 61x engine like my 616 and a 60x engine. Everybody who has offered up tales of woe from a bad or loose pressure cap has talked about a 60x engine. I wonder if that engine has water passages that only get accessed with pressure.

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
Talk of radiator caps reminds me: Nearly 30 years ago, I had taken my still-nearly-new '80 240D (purchased new in Nov '79) into local stealer's for some minor repair or PM one morning; about mid-afternoon I stopped by to check on it and noticed that it was in shop, with hood up. I walked back

Re: [MBZ] New tool

2013-06-17 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 7:48 AM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: (pre-reorg) SK ratchet Uh oh. DId I miss something? Did the maker of SK tools change hands or something like that? Are they not as good as they used to be? I've been depending on SK stuff for years--for me they're

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Rich Thomas
No, this is where you pitch a major fit, in particular in earshot of those browsing the showroom. --R On 6/17/13 10:58 AM, WILTON wrote: Some sorry etc., had switched an OLD rusty one with my nearly new one!!! Of course, I had to buy a new one - crapped-upon again.

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
Curt Raymond wrote: #6. There is no cabin heat when running. Now that would seem to point to a circulatory problem. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] New tool

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
I got one of these from Harbor Freight about 25 years ago, seems like the Stanley is similar but you turn the main handle instead of a little t-handle? http://www.amazon.com/Reversible-Sidewinder-Speed-Wrench/dp/B002FHAIYE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Michael Canfield
Excuse me but I have been arguing that the cap is not the issue and that you have an issue with cylinder pressure escaping through a crack into the cooling system. Everyone should read ALL of the posts before making a guess. Mike On Jun 17, 2013 10:46 AM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote:

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Craig
On Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:03:51 -0400 Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Curt Raymond wrote: #6. There is no cabin heat when running. Now that would seem to point to a circulatory problem. That's my thought, too. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For

Re: [MBZ] Pressure cap - was: I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Michael Canfield
Did you check the block and head to be sure they were not warped when you did the gasket? Mike On Jun 17, 2013 10:51 AM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Head gasket was replaced last month. I'm betting on the block but will probably never know. -Curt Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2013

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Craig
On Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:19:53 -0600 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:03:51 -0400 Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Curt Raymond wrote: #6. There is no cabin heat when running. Now that would seem to point to a circulatory problem. That's my thought,

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
Rich Thomas wrote: No, this is where you pitch a major fit, in particular in earshot of those browsing the showroom. What? I paid you bastards $20k for a four cylinder economy car, and you want me to buy a new radiator cap to replace the one that was stolen in your shop? Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
Craig wrote: #2. As soon as the car is started coolant starts bubbling out of the hood due to bubbles of gas pushing in there. When the car is shut off there is always one more big bubble of gas which will push around a cup of coolant off, seems to say that it doesn't require any time to

[MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Rich Thomas
I have decided Trent is a thief. He has had 2 weeks to refund the money he took for the goods he has not shipped. I am calling the local cops to file a complaint against him. I have no more patience for his excuses. The cops can listen to them. --R ___

Re: [MBZ] New tool

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
Alex Chamberlain wrote: On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 7:48 AM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: (pre-reorg) SK ratchet Uh oh. DId I miss something? Did the maker of SK tools change hands or something like that? Are they not as good as they used to be? I've been depending on SK stuff

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread M. Mitchell Marmel
In some circles, it's called an embolism. :) On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 10:43 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Air in a liquid cooling circuit would be a circulatory problem, right? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] New tool

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
Another new tool: We've all seen cheater pipes, and we've all seen flex head ratchets, but what about a flex head ratchet with a telescoping handle? http://www.walmart.com/ip/Stanley-3-8-Extend-Ratchet/14146063 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Dwight Giles
Curt, Woud it be worth a leakdown test before you declare it DOA? Dwight On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 11:42 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Rich Thomas wrote: No, this is where you pitch a major fit, in particular in earshot of those browsing the showroom. What? I paid you bastards

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
My $267.79 paid via USAA credit card. How was yours paid? USAA Credit Card Services has initiated an investigation. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 17, 2013

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Peter Hertzing
He stated he would provide an explanation here, which he has not. He has charged for items, apparently, that have not been provided. He has not provided an explanation to you - or to this group. I'm afraid at this time these actions are those of a thief. Peter On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 11:14

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond
I'd say thief is probably too strong a word, I think rube is probably more like it. That said I think some fools (that'd be us) and their money (unfortunately more of yours than mine) have been parted. I was heartened the other day when he posted but his You'll get an explanation soon has

Re: [MBZ] New tool

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond
Dimitri mentioned it to me when he was here helping with the head gasket replacement. They went bankrupt in 2010 and I remember some talk about them maybe not honoring the warranty... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SK_Hand_Tools -Curt Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2013 08:05:12 -0700 From: Alex Chamberlain

Re: [MBZ] New tool

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
Cheater pipes reminds me: One day last week, I tried to loosen mounting bolts securing blades on my JD mower deck. Used pipe about four+ feet long to add torque; busted/split Thorsen socket. Took deck to stealer for blade, etc., replacement; it still languishes there. Wilton -

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond
I would tend to agree. I did replace a heater hose so it would stand to reason that the heater system is empty but why can't I get the air out? I left it up on ramps for half a day, every time I start it the coolant comes splashing out. At first I just thought it was burping but it can't

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Michael Canfield
Curt, Put a pressure tester from FLAPS loan a tool on it. Do not pump it up. Turn over engine. If guage goes up you have cylinder pressure in cooling system. That is where the air comes from. Mike On Jun 17, 2013 12:29 PM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: I would tend to agree. I

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Rich Thomas
Young lady at the Sterling IL po-po office says I have to file a report with my local jurisdiction and then let them deal with it (yeah, right). I will do that and stay on them about following up. I have some minimal (positive) relationship with the Sheriff and some of his top deputies, will

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff
Since Rusty has inside knowledge and far more insight on the situation than anyone here, it would be of great interest to get his input as to what is going on. Considering that those of us who patronized Trent did so based on the goodwill that Rusty had established over the years as a supplier.

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond
I understood Rusty's last missive to say that he was in the same boat as us, that Trent wouldn't return his calls and he had done what he could... -Curt Date: Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:49:56 -0400 From: Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
That's what I understood, too. Wilton - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 17, 2013 1:03 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief I understood Rusty's last missive to say that he was in the

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
In your case, is there a bank or credit card company involved? My credit card company (USAA) is involved. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 17, 2013 12:43 PM Subject:

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Rich Thomas
I called the local Sterling IL po-po who said I had to file a complaint with my local jurisdiction and they would have to take it from there. So I am trying to find out how to do that with the Sheriff. Other info:

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Michael Canfield
Been like that every time I have gone that way over the last few years. Used to be a quick shot straight through on 95. Now the bypasses are just as bad and sometimes worse. Mike On Jun 17, 2013 10:21 AM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: I drove up there Sat afternoon

Re: [MBZ] more crazy travel

2013-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
FIlters are clear, lines clean, fuses are shiny and intact, and the AC blows ICE COLD. Might be the result of a shotgun marriage between and '83 engine and '85 transmission. On Sun, Jun 16, 2013 at 9:31 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
Me, too, re. Gary/Rusty. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 17, 2013 1:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief I called the local Sterling IL po-po

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff
I lost track of some of this with all the traffic. If he's cut Rusty off as well that does not bode well... Dan On Jun 17, 2013, at 1:04 PM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: I understood Rusty's last missive to say that he was in the same boat as us, that Trent wouldn't return his

Re: [MBZ] New tool

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
WILTON wrote: Cheater pipes reminds me: One day last week, I tried to loosen mounting bolts securing blades on my JD mower deck. Used pipe about four+ feet long to add torque; busted/split Thorsen socket. Took deck to stealer for blade, etc., replacement; it still languishes there. Great

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
Dan Penoff wrote: After all, as I understood the arrangements, doesn't Rusty have a vested interest in Trent's success (or failure)? I don't know if the price depends on future revenues from existing customers, or if Trent's ability to finish paying Rusty depends on future profitability.

Re: [MBZ] New tool

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
'Zackly. Just called about it. Needed an additional mulching shield on underside. Last Tue afternoon, parts guy said he could have it here in 2 days. Word from service guy now is, They've had problem getting the mulching shield - s'posed to be here in the morning. I suspect not ordered in

[MBZ] MPG (was: Re: more crazy travel)

2013-06-17 Thread ernest breakfield
we typically see ~20MPG in mixed tanks of 'round-town and hwy flying while on B99 BioD. just got back from another thousand-mile weekend, turning 80+ MPH for hours on I5 with the AC on in temps over 90*F in the Central Valley mixed with some stopslow one way through Los(t) Angeles.

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
There they go again, turning every statement I make into a political circus. On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 1:33 PM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.comwrote: Been like that every time I have gone that way over the last few years. Used to be a quick shot straight through on 95. Now the bypasses

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
Andrew Strasfogel wrote: There they go again, turning every statement I make into a political circus. Tongue in cheek, I assume? Otherwise, what's political about saying roads are clogged and traffic flows like molasses in a certain area? Mitch. ___

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Curious as to why Rich is dealing with a po-po office (whatever that is) in Sterling, IL? On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 12:43 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Young lady at the Sterling IL po-po office says I have to file a report with my local jurisdiction and then let

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Benz Hogs
po-po is slang for the police. Rich feels he has been stolen from and the theft happened in Sterling, IL. Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max (166,xxx mi) On 6/17/2013 2:06 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: Curious as to why Rich is dealing with a po-po office (whatever that is) in

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
Police? I vaguely remember East German police as being referred to as po-pos, n'est-ce pas; ist es nicht? Wilton - Original Message - From: Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 17, 2013 3:06 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread G Mann
When you live in the center ring of the worlds largest circus, and you always stick to the script, it might be presumed correctly. Grant... From way up in the nosebleed seats... ;)) On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 11:58 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Andrew Strasfogel wrote: There they go

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
You and your ilk turn my every post into an opportunity to launch a diabtribe against our (your) nation's capitol and its perceived liberal bias. I find it amusing, however, so please don't pretend to be objective. On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 2:58 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Andrew

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Benz Hogs
I think you need to contact the State's Attorney or County Attorney Contact info: http://www.usa.gov/directory/stateconsumer/illinois.shtml Per: http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0221-billed-merchandise-you-never-received-heres-what-do Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
I left msgs on answering machine, others that were supposedly Faxed to 'im; I also Faxed msgs directly and via registered mail. Still no answer and no parts at a cost of $267.79 via USAA Credit Card Services. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Rich Thomas
Debit card, the order hit my bank acct almost immediately after placing the order. I'll let you know what I find out. --R On 6/17/13 12:14 PM, WILTON wrote: My $267.79 paid via USAA credit card. How was yours paid? USAA Credit Card Services has initiated an investigation. Wilton -

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Scott Ritchey
Seriously, I got 20 mpg on my NA 79 300TD and a but more (maybe 22) on the highway. My bigger turbo 300SD gets 25 mpg and maybe 27 on the highway. Both on DF2. I went to UVA back in the mid 60s and the DC area was a just a bunch of sleepy little towns with few traffic problems. I often drove

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Scott Ritchey
There is nothing subjective about having to borrow 40% if federal spending. -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel Sent: Monday, June 17, 2013 3:18 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] mileage You and your

[MBZ] hose just like an sls hi pressure hose

2013-06-17 Thread Rick Hawkins Java
Folks, Here's a forklift story. Yesterday, i needed to unload and load some printing machines from and to my isuzu NPR truck. A friend had taken the battery for my Dadsumforklift. Said it was his and it probably was. So installed another group 24 battery that i had. Fortunately i stated

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
Andrew Strasfogel wrote: You and your ilk turn my every post into an opportunity to launch a diabtribe against our (your) nation's capitol and its perceived liberal bias. I find it amusing, however, so please don't pretend to be objective. You are paranoid, or more likely paranoid-delusional.

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Rich Thomas
I left a message (the answering service apparently texts or emails him or something, it is not possible to reach him directly) that I was initiating legal action against him. THought it best to at least give him a warning. --R On 6/17/13 12:24 PM, Peter Hertzing wrote: He stated he would

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Michael Canfield
Wow Andrew. How do you turn a talk about traffic into politics? You simply accuse someone else of doing it appatently. Mike Who was simply passing on travel info On Jun 17, 2013 3:01 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: There they go again, turning every statement I make

Re: [MBZ] OT: Starving Youngsters: was 44 years OT

2013-06-17 Thread Mountain Man
Brian wrote: I wish I paid a fraction of what I do in taxes and the welfare folks got off their lard asses and did something productive. I think the ILLEGAL immigrants should be convicted felons and sent back where they came from. BECAUSE THEY BROKE THE THE LAW. In principle, none of these

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Jon Agne
Rich, Just out of curiosity and I am sorry if I missed it earlier, how much money are your out? Jon On Jun 17, 2013, at 3:09 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: I left a message (the answering service apparently texts or emails him or something, it is not possible to reach him directly) that I was

Re: [MBZ] Vintage MB AD If you can't afford the car on the left....

2013-06-17 Thread Mountain Man
Chris J, wrote: Vintage '70s Mercedes-Benz AD for their pre-owned cars. Tell us about gmx mail - I see your email is @gmx. Is the interface like gmail? or do I need separate client to read plain text email similar to skinny popcorn or the other bloatware windows offerings? Thanks. mao

Re: [MBZ] Pressure cap - was: I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Mountain Man
Curt wrote: Head gasket was replaced last month. I'm betting on the block but will probably never know. Say it ain't so. A 616 with corrupt head? mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
The traffic isn't half bad if you live inside the beltway and know the arcane short cuts to get around. Still, I avoid driving through downtown like the plague betweween 4:30 and 6:00. On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 3:47 PM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.comwrote: Wow Andrew. How do you turn a

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
Andrew Strasfogel wrote: The traffic isn't half bad if you live inside the beltway and know the arcane short cuts to get around. Still, I avoid driving through downtown like the plague betweween 4:30 and 6:00. So, are you saying that the driving you actually do isn't markedly different than

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
That really hurts. On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 4:04 PM, Jon Agne jonag...@gwi.net wrote: Rich, Just out of curiosity and I am sorry if I missed it earlier, how much money are your out? Jon On Jun 17, 2013, at 3:09 PM, Rich Thomas wrote: I left a message (the answering service apparently

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Mountain Man
Is this the 616 with 40mm rad hose that you replaced last week instead of paying the stealer for OE hose? Buy the china hose to see if it works, then buy the OE hose to make it work properly? Cauldron sounds at startup and no cabin heat - that can't be. I doubt head compromise or water passage

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley
Mountain Man wrote: Is this the 616 with 40mm rad hose that you replaced last week instead of paying the stealer for OE hose? Buy the china hose to see if it works, then buy the OE hose to make it work properly? Cauldron sounds at startup and no cabin heat - that can't be. I doubt head

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
I am saying that the DC traffic patterns are actually very user friendly IF you know how to take advantage of them. In other words, traffic here isn't as bad as the rest of the world seems to believe. On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 4:22 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Andrew Strasfogel wrote:

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Jon Agne
Anytime anyone is taken advantage of, it really hurts. There are different ways and means to recover losses. I was just curious, so that I could recommend possible avenues. Jon On Jun 17, 2013, at 4:27 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: That really hurts. On Mon, Jun 17, 2013 at 4:04 PM,

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
Mine was pretty quick, too. Have you you talked to bank about it? Is there any provision for bank involvement? Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 17, 2013 3:23 PM

Re: [MBZ] Vintage MB AD (OT-GMX Mail)

2013-06-17 Thread Chris James
Pretty similar I guess, but I hardly log into either. Thunderbird is the default mail client I use for all my accounts. One feature of gmx mail is that you can have multiple addresses (5-10?) for the same account. Gmail only allows one I believe. On 6/17/2013 4:10 PM, Mountain Man wrote: Tell

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
Even, if not much money, a helluva lota principle. There is no substitute for integrity in any endeavor. Wilton - Original Message - From: Jon Agne jonag...@gwi.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 17, 2013 4:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] At this time

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell
Not all of us. I suggested a crack somewhere, on Friday afternoon. Should be able to pressurize the system and look for a leak. If combustion pressures are causing fluid to blow out of the system, then one would think it must be in the upper reaches of the cylinder wall or the head? More

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Mountain Man
Is it time in this thread to post some of the banned info that circulated a couple months ago? Or did --R put that stuff up here also? In which case, similar situation only worse this time? i.e. real personal problems? So, do we nail him to the wall to extract $$ he doesn't have nor is able to

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell
Anything is possible. Bypass the heater core by connecting the heater hoses together? Put some clear plastic hose on temporarily so you can see if there is flow? Randy On 17/06/2013 11:29 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: I would tend to agree. I did replace a heater hose so it would stand to reason

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Jon Agne
Agreed. On Jun 17, 2013, at 4:42 PM, Mountain Man wrote: Is it time in this thread to post some of the banned info that circulated a couple months ago? Or did --R put that stuff up here also? In which case, similar situation only worse this time? i.e. real personal problems? So, do we

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Jon Agne
Agreed. On Jun 17, 2013, at 4:38 PM, WILTON wrote: Even, if not much money, a helluva lota principle. There is no substitute for integrity in any endeavor. Wilton - Original Message - From: Jon Agne jonag...@gwi.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent:

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Mountain Man
Randy wrote: Anything is possible. Bypass the heater core by connecting the heater hoses together? Put some clear plastic hose on temporarily so you can see if there is flow? I like that suggestion. I imagine it to be some circulation problem in the engine system, not in the ancillary systems

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell
On 17/06/2013 3:42 PM, Mountain Man wrote: Is it time in this thread to post some of the banned info that circulated a couple months ago? Or did --R put that stuff up here also? In which case, similar situation only worse this time? i.e. real personal problems? So, do we nail him to the wall

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
I'm not employed. Y'all are still paying me, though, for what I well-earned many years ago, thank you. Our commitment of funds and questions demand at least some response, which has been sorely lacking. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com To:

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread WILTON
'Zackly. Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, June 17, 2013 4:59 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief On 17/06/2013 3:42 PM, Mountain Man wrote: Is it time in this thread

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Scott Ritchey
Have you tried one of those radiator pressure testers that screws on in place of the radiator cap? You can usually borrow them for free from FLAPS. When I had several old cars I found that tool so useful that I bought one. It's hard to tell what's happening with the engine hot and running.

Re: [MBZ] mileage

2013-06-17 Thread Rich Thomas
He's just trolling, and caught a couple! --R On 6/17/13 3:47 PM, Michael Canfield wrote: Wow Andrew. How do you turn a talk about traffic into politics? You simply accuse someone else of doing it appatently. Mike Who was simply passing on travel info On Jun 17, 2013 3:01 PM, Andrew

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jun 17, 2013, at 11:33 AM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.com wrote: Curt, Put a pressure tester from FLAPS loan a tool on it. Do not pump it up. Turn over engine. If guage goes up you have cylinder pressure in cooling system. That is where the air comes from. That is a great idea.

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jun 17, 2013, at 3:42 PM, Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: Is it time in this thread to post some of the banned info that circulated a couple months ago? Or did --R put that stuff up here also? In which case, similar situation only worse this time? i.e. real personal problems?

Re: [MBZ] At this time Trent is a thief

2013-06-17 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jun 17, 2013, at 2:29 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Debit card, the order hit my bank acct almost immediately after placing the order. Never, never, never, never purchase anything online or over the phone with a debit card. NEVER. It is my understanding

Re: [MBZ] I think its the end

2013-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell
Get condom and stretch over the rad filler. If it inflates, when you crank it, there is air. Might want to close off the overflow too. Randy On 17/06/2013 4:31 PM, Rick Knoble wrote: On Jun 17, 2013, at 11:33 AM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.com wrote: Curt, Put a pressure tester from

Re: [MBZ] Vintage MB AD (OT-GMX Mail)

2013-06-17 Thread Benz Hogs
Are you saying an account as in usern...@gmail.com or your own personal domain? If you use Google Apps personal, they give up to 50 email addresses for your own domain. Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '98 ML320 Max (166,xxx mi) On 6/17/2013 3:33 PM, Chris James wrote: Pretty similar I

Re: [MBZ] Vintage MB AD (OT-GMX Mail)

2013-06-17 Thread Chris James
Yes, that's what I was saying. On 6/17/2013 6:14 PM, Benz Hogs wrote: Are you saying an account as in usern...@gmail.com If you use Google Apps personal, they give up to 50 email addresses for your own domain. -- Chris J. MBCA Peachtree section Past MB Models: '85 190D 2.2, '94 E420, '87

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