Re: [MBZ] OT: One less diesel

That sucks, big time. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 2, 2018, at 12:38 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > > My son was driving, his first long-distance freeway trip. Learner's > permit. My beautiful 1997 dodge diesel pickup, 110kmi on it, is no more. > (Probably.)

Re: [MBZ] OT: One less diesel

> > That sucks, big time. Yep. At the rate I was using it up, it would have been ready for an engine rebuild in another 60-80 years. The 240D of pickups. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] Max's autonomous car thought for the day

I'm thinking there should be a signaling system which automatically disables "auto pilot" or autonomous mode. Emergency vehicles should automatically trigger this. Ambulance or firetruck parked on the road ahead or approaching from behind? Self-driving car should gracefully disable autopilot

Re: [MBZ] 211 trunk lid gremlin?

Are magnets clean & clear? Mine gives a,warning if something is impeding a magnet. Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 2005 E320 4matic Wickford RI On Apr 2, 2018 1:31 PM, "WILTON via Mercedes" wrote: > Week or so ago, SWMBO came in with mystery question: She had been leaving

Re: [MBZ] 211 trunk lid gremlin?

Weird! Sure hope Jaime or Dan has a clue. - Max Charleston SC On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 1:31 PM, WILTON via Mercedes wrote: > Week or so ago, SWMBO came in with mystery question: She had been leaving > a parking lot to head home when a woman came running

Re: [MBZ] 211 trunk lid gremlin?

WIlton, I am sorry to hear you have a problem with it. According to this, the wiring harness problems continue. http://www.mercedesdefects.com/2008/04/wire-harness-defect.html WILTON via Mercedes April 2, 2018 at 12:31 PM Week or so ago, SWMBO came in with

[MBZ] Eurospec V12 '85 Jag XJ6

Low mile, pretty claret sedan going for only $5K with less than an hour left. Someone better hurry up and STEAL this car! https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-jaguar-xj12-series-iii-sovereign/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2018-04-02 ___

[MBZ] 211 trunk lid gremlin?

Week or so ago, SWMBO came in with mystery question: She had been leaving a parking lot to head home when a woman came running toward her with arms waving and calling out, "Your trunk is open! Your trunk is open!" Shownuff, SWMBO checked in mirror and saw trunk lid standing straight up! I

Re: [MBZ] OT: One less diesel

On Sun, 1 Apr 2018 22:38:05 -0700 Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: > Destroyed by pounding across a 3' ditch coming off the freeway, > changing to highway 18 off of I-90. Was this in the lane of travel, or was there a departure from the intended course? > We're fine.

[MBZ] OT: Lockheed Fusion Reactor Patent

Faster, Please! http://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/19652/lockheed-martin-now-has-a-patent-for-its-potentially-world-changing-fusion-reactor Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] OT: One less diesel

So happy you are not injured. I hope #1 boy is not devastated by the experience. Sad to hear of the loss of the truck. clay 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green 1986 SDL - Polei 1982 300 SD - Allen retired models- 2002 s430 - Victor, a Stately & well tailored crap 1976 300D - Blei Vanst -

[MBZ] OT: The little MacBook pro that couldn't charge

The battery in my 2008 (?) MacBook Pro 14" laptop refuses to take a charge. I purchased a new genuine and identical Apple replacement battery and had the same problem, Although the ebay seller refunded my money I'm puzzled as to why this happens. The indicator light at the end of the charging

Re: [MBZ] OT Apfel intel

Old news. They’ve been working in this direction for several years and not been secret about it. They have been using their own in-house designed chips for a while in Mac Book Pros and iMacs. https://www.macrumors.com/2018/04/02/apple-custom-mac-chips-2020/ -D > On Apr 2, 2018, at 5:10 PM,

[MBZ] Copart 560sel

I just picked up that 560 from copart I got for $350. This copart was the least organized and most unfriendly one I have been to so far. I go in and pay. They give me title. Then I have to proceed to a window to pickup keys. Most of them have the key in the car zip tied to the steeeing column.

Re: [MBZ] 211 trunk lid gremlin?

How is the trunk latch controlled?Is there an easy way to bypass the factory setup, at least on a temporary basis? RB Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A Original message From: Curley McLain via Mercedes Date: 2018-04-02 1:38 PM (GMT-06:00) To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 211 trunk lid gremlin?

Mine-2005 has key slot and metal key stuck in battery key control. Dwight E. Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 3:30 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Is there still a key slot? If so, you should be able to unplug the > 'lectrik, and just use a key. If

Re: [MBZ] OT: The little MacBook pro that couldn't charge

Back in 2001 I'd have said "zap the pram, rebuild the desktop." Now it's just "zap the pram" Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 2:16 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: Recently happened to #1 Dotter's Macbook pro.  It cleared on its

Re: [MBZ] Copart 560sel

Doesn't hurt to ask, I s'pose. You got the title, which gives 'em a VIN number to work with, and a bill of sale, which indicates it's yours... -MMM- ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] OT: Lockheed Fusion Reactor Patent

April Fool's! On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 3:58 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Faster, Please! > > > > http://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/19652/lockheed- > martin-now-has-a-patent-for-its-potentially-world-changing-fusion-reactor > > > > Greg > > > >

Re: [MBZ] Copart 560sel

Just assume they WILL make you a key and don't look guilty. On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 3:46 PM, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Doesn't hurt to ask, I s'pose. You got the title, which gives 'em a VIN > number to work with, and a bill of sale, which indicates it's

[MBZ] OT Apfel intel

Heard on financial news today: Apfel plans to quit using intel/wintel chips by 2020. I had hoped that this meant they might adopt some AMD processors. That is not to be. Apfel put out the word that they plan to design their own. To my interpretation, that is not a good choice. Even with

Re: [MBZ] Copart 560sel

You can try, but I know my dealer wants a fully executed copy of a registration with an address and information that matches my driver’s license. And they’ve known/done business with me for over 20 years. -D > On Apr 2, 2018, at 4:22 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] OT: The little MacBook pro that couldn't charge

Recently happened to #1 Dotter's Macbook pro. It cleared on its own, without buying a new battery. Might try calling support at Macsales.com and see what they think. The battery charging circuit/logic overrides any user input. Jut like a 2000+ car. Try: Complete discharge to shut off,

[MBZ] OT: Real bullet proof glass

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C2NNujJKJL4 -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 211 trunk lid gremlin?

Is there still a key slot? If so, you should be able to unplug the 'lectrik, and just use a key. If it is 'lektrick only, maybe you can run some new wires from power and to the release, and put a new switch someplace convenient. I am gonna assume that a stealer will take to $ to

Re: [MBZ] Copart 560sel

That’s what I would think. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 2, 2018, at 2:46 PM, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Doesn't hurt to ask, I s'pose. You got the title, which gives 'em a VIN > number to work with, and a bill of sale, which indicates it's yours... >

Re: [MBZ] Copart 560sel

Btw in the photos of the listing you can clearly see about 3-4 keys zip tied to the steering column in the photos. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 2, 2018, at 3:22 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > > That’s what I would think. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 2, 2018, at

Re: [MBZ] OT: One less diesel

I'm so sorry to hear this Jim, but I'm happy to hear all is well. Hopefully he will take driving seriously from the beginning. At least one of my kids had to destroy one vehicle before it became real. I have had bad luck with insurance companies when the car is really common, low mileage, and

Re: [MBZ] OT: The little MacBook pro that couldn't charge

It's an Apple feature - telling you to buy a new one. 10 years is too old . . . On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 4:22 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Back in 2001 I'd have said "zap the pram, rebuild the desktop." Now it's > just "zap the pram" > Curt > > Sent from Yahoo

Re: [MBZ] Parts

You mean importec? Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 2, 2018, at 6:14 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Kaleb, > > Who are the guys you keep talking about for parts? > > -D > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list

Re: [MBZ] Parts

I recently bought from Importec because they HAD m116 rubber, from FCP because they didn't want to rob me as bad for exhaust gaskets and some rubber they had, and then AutohausAZ because they had ATE brake hoses and a better price. There IS no one stop shop like we had with Q. Crockauto gets

Re: [MBZ] OT Apfel intel

Yes - more proprietary lock-in so you can only buy from them - got to make up for flagging iPhone sales . . . On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 4:14 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Old news. They’ve been working in this direction for several years and > not been secret about

[MBZ] Parts

Kaleb, Who are the guys you keep talking about for parts? -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Parts

Also FCP Euro. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On April 2, 2018 8:04:27 PM EDT, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: >You mean importec? > >Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 2, 2018, at 6:14 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: >>

Re: [MBZ] Copart 560sel

Can’t hurt to try. As much as you can do to prove ownership will certainly help unless your dealer is a d*ck. -D > On Apr 2, 2018, at 5:57 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Well I will probably swing by tomorrow and see if it will work. > > I forgot to

Re: [MBZ] Copart 560sel

you need to show copart the picture WITH the keys, and demand THEY send them to you or replace them. Worth a try! Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes April 2, 2018 at 4:57 PM Well I will probably swing by tomorrow and see if it will work. I forgot to mention there

Re: [MBZ] Parts

I use FCP all the time. I’m trying to get a good deal on an ACM brand fan clutch for my 400E, part number 119 200 01 22. It’s URO, ACM or OE which is stupid big bucks. Importec only has URO. No way. FCP has it but they’re expensive. -D > On Apr 2, 2018, at 8:35 PM, Curley McLain via

[MBZ] The best of all worlds on this one

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Re: [MBZ] OT: One less diesel

123 200D is better. Have a look here? 27 1997 for sale. https://www.carsforsale.com/1997-dodge-ram-pickup-2500-for-sale-C126758 Mitch Haley via Mercedes April 2, 2018 at 8:48 PM I'd make the kid drive a BMW for the rest of the year.

Re: [MBZ] OT: One less diesel

1/2 T or 3/4? 4wd? Jim Cathey via Mercedes April 2, 2018 at 12:38 AM My son was driving, his first long-distance freeway trip. Learner's permit. My beautiful 1997 dodge diesel pickup, 110kmi on it, is no more. (Probably.) I _loved_ that truck, and intended to

Re: [MBZ] Parts

https://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/1994/mercedes/e420/cooling_system/fan_clutch.html https://www.pelicanparts.com/More_Info/1032000422.htm?pn=103-200-04-22-M6_description=Fan%20Clutch%20=W124

Re: [MBZ] The best of all worlds on this one

Might have wiring harness problem. Check it carefully. What a crispy critter. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Apr 2, 2018 9:30 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.copart.com/lot/46137367 > > > --- > This email has been checked for viruses by AVG.

Re: [MBZ] OT: The little MacBook pro that couldn't charge

The battery was new - do you mean the charging cord? On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 6:35 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > It's an Apple feature - telling you to buy a new one. 10 years is too old . > . . > > On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 4:22 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] Parts

What about AZ or crockauto? Or put the part number and sale in the search box and see what turns up. Dan Penoff via Mercedes April 2, 2018 at 8:26 PM I use FCP all the time. I’m trying to get a good deal on an ACM brand fan clutch for my 400E, part number 119

Re: [MBZ] Copart 560sel

Yes, I did save the photos. I sent the GM of the location an email a little while ago, so we will see what they say.  I do recall seeing some disclaimer somewhere on their website about keys not guaranteed even if it says it has keys, so I am sure it will go nowhere.  I can guarantee those

[MBZ] gasser smog crap

THis M116 had a air pump and smog crap on it. Is it practical to delete this crap and how much modification is needed. I think on shoveys and frods, you took the little tubing manifold off and plugged the holes in the exhaust manifold.. This looks a lot more complex. Are the rubber tubes

Re: [MBZ] gasser smog crap

On that engine being that it’s a euro it did not originally have one. That was added after the fact so it should be able to be gotten rid of. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 2, 2018, at 10:09 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > THis M116 had a air pump and smog

Re: [MBZ] OT: One less diesel

> On April 2, 2018 at 9:01 AM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > > > That sucks, big time. I'd make the kid drive a BMW for the rest of the year. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] The best of all worlds on this one

A can of green spray paint and Bobs yer Unkle it's got your name on it right? On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 6:37 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Might have wiring harness problem. Check it carefully. > > What a crispy critter. > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI >

Re: [MBZ] Copart 560sel

Did you save the photo?If so, I would contact them again and demand they find the GD keys that were there when you bid on it Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A Original message From: "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" Date: 2018-04-02 3:44 PM (GMT-06:00) To:

[MBZ] Could be a hella nice 116

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[MBZ] Guy parts out a decent 123 coupe so he can put motor in his Jeep

This one has been for sale for a while. I needed a transmission and had that scrape on the drivers door but looked pretty decent. Worth fixing for sure. So this ad popped up today so I messaged the guy and he said he bought it to pull the engine out for his Jeep project. Face palm. Guess he did

Re: [MBZ] Guy parts out a decent 123 coupe so he can put motor in his Jeep

Stick a vergasser 6 in it. On Mon, Apr 2, 2018 at 10:49 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > This one has been for sale for a while. I needed a transmission and had > that scrape on the drivers door but looked pretty decent. Worth fixing for > sure. So this ad

Re: [MBZ] OT: One less diesel

Truck was 1997 Diesel 3/4T 2500, extended cab, long bed, manual NV4500 tranny, 4wd. 12V Cummins, mechanical Bosch P7100 pump. Absolutely bulletproof. Only 110kmi on it, seats and interior perfect. Highly desirable vehicle, and not particularly common. Have a look here? 27 1997 for sale.