Re: [MBZ] Mental Health

$1.00 > On May 15, 2018, at 11:00 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > How much cash will you give me in addition? > > >> On 5/15/2018 9:55 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >> Sure. I’ll swap for the POS W124 convertible. You’ll be doing it a favor >>

[MBZ] What's this car worth?

Tricky business: BAT nice pastel gray 280E, super boring but slightly rare. Some rust yet otherwise clean. Totally not a collector car --- or is it? Let's see who can guess the closest. I predict $4150. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1978-mercedes-benz-280e-2/

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

You should totally get that, hire yourself a driver and go around in the ultimate style... -Curt On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 10:40:14 AM EDT, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: 62 Rolls temptress on BAT.

Re: [MBZ] 240D window seals.

CHECK YOUR FIREWALL GROMMETS! On Tue, May 15, 2018 at 10:15 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I didn’t replace those but they are important to replace if you don’t want > your door bottoms to rust out! In the meantime I douse the inside of the > door bottoms with Fluid

Re: [MBZ] What's this car worth?

The W124 wagon also appears to sport a broken antenna. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 11:04 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > Does BAT accept ads from curbstoners? > > This turbodiesel W124 wagon is offered in Wayne, Maine with a clean Carfax > report, a Connecticut

Re: [MBZ] OT A Hero of Mother's Day

Yes - Randy. You interpret me correctly. Besides, the Washington (D.C.) Nationals kicked the AZ Diamonbacks' proverbial butts recently in a four game sweep at Chase Field. GO NATS. On Tue, May 15, 2018 at 10:39 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > WA used to have open

Re: [MBZ] What's this car worth?

Does BAT accept ads from curbstoners? This turbodiesel W124 wagon is offered in Wayne, Maine with a clean Carfax report, a Connecticut title in the previous owner’s name, and a bill of sale. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1987-mercedes-benz-300td-4/ 2 stroke Saab:

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

Moi? Sounds like a great gig for my eventual retirement. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 11:15 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: > You should totally get that, hire yourself a driver and go around in the > ultimate style... > > -Curt > > > On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 10:40:14 AM EDT,

Re: [MBZ] Mental Health

I purchased my dash pullers from a dealer 20 years ago and paid under $20 for the set. They are amazingly handy. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 5:31 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > $1.00 > > > On May 15, 2018, at 11:00 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < >

[MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

62 Rolls temptress on BAT. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1962-rolls-royce-silver-cloud/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2018-05-16 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

"He believes the paint and interior have been changed but can not verify what the original color combination was." The Roller club has access to all the factory info, easy enough to get those details.  Wonder why he didn't?  There are a few folks who bring their old Rollers and Bentleys to

[MBZ] I Want

Anyone near Middletown, NY? https://tinyurl.com/ydxywul2 -D ___ 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] I Want

That baby is a keeper. W108 long wheelbase sedan, six cylinder, fuel injected. You can’t ask for more. -D > On May 16, 2018, at 12:41 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > > Why? There's not enough left to do. You'd be bored with it within a week. > > On Wed, May 16,

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

Yes I do, but look at what I drive: I am the ultimate pragmatist/cheapskate. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:08 PM, Dimitri wrote: > What are you waiting for? You are always bringing the Rolls Royces to our > attention here. I think you really want one! > > Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] I Want

BZZT - WRONG! It's a six. 4.5 and 3.5 denote V8. This car began its life in my neck of the woods: it was serviced in Bethesda, MD at McNey Motors, which begat EuroMotorcars. Very nice but not worth $10k. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 1:03 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com>

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

So is your white 300TD getting any more rusty from all that winter use? Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 2:18 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Yes I do, but look at what I drive: I am the ultimate pragmatist/cheapskate. > >> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:08 PM,

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

Over-voltage protection relay. - Max Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

Maybe, that is easy to check Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 1:48 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Loose battery connection? > > On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:29 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >>> On 16/05/2018

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

Even more fun - - https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1946-aeronca-7ac-champ/ On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 9:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 62 Rolls temptress on BAT. > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1962-rolls-royce- >

[MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

So I took the SDL on a road trip today and made a quick stop. When I got back in the car and started it up, got back on the highway and set cruise everything was fine. With the cruise in when I turned on turn signal I noticed cruise would cut out for a quick second then kick back in. Just

Re: [MBZ] What's this car worth?

Wonder if it breaks the 5K barrier. Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 2:17 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > 2 hrs. left and stuck below $4k. > >> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 1:30 PM, Dimitri wrote: >> I think it’s kinda boring because of the

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

Loose battery connection? On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:29 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 16/05/2018 1:25 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > >> Over-voltage protection relay. >> >> - >> Max >> > > And, if so, then maybe the alternator and/or

Re: [MBZ] What's this car worth?

Kinda doubt it. No pizzazz. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:26 PM, Dimitri wrote: > Wonder if it breaks the 5K barrier. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On May 16, 2018, at 2:17 PM, Andrew Strasfogel > wrote: > > 2 hrs. left and stuck below $4k. > > On Wed,

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

Nope. Not interested. I’ll trade for the W124 convertible, though. -D > On May 16, 2018, at 2:18 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > From your back 40 to Dan's in FL. > > On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:16 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

What are you waiting for? You are always bringing the Rolls Royces to our attention here. I think you really want one! Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 10:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > 62 Rolls temptress on BAT. > >

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

It’s junk. Move it to the back 40. -D > On May 16, 2018, at 2:13 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Wed, 16 May 2018 12:02:05 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> As I was getting off the highway and slowing down, as it was

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

From your back 40 to Dan's in FL. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:16 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > It’s junk. Move it to the back 40. > > -D > > > On May 16, 2018, at 2:13 PM, Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > On Wed, 16 May 2018 12:02:05 -0500

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

Yes, alas. I may have to take care of this. Are you still making house calls? On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:25 PM, Dimitri wrote: > So is your white 300TD getting any more rusty from all that winter use? > > Sent from my iPhone > > On May 16, 2018, at 2:18 PM, Andrew

Re: [MBZ] Mental Health

Rust . . . On Tue, May 15, 2018 at 9:45 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes wrote: > What do all these cars do at okie acres? > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On May 15, 2018, at 10:44 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > Then you will be ready

Re: [MBZ] I Want

V8 Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 11:47 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > That baby is a keeper. W108 long wheelbase sedan, six cylinder, fuel > injected. You can’t ask for more. > > -D > >> On May 16, 2018, at 12:41 PM, OK Don via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] What's this car worth?

I think it’s kinda boring because of the pastel gray and blue interior. My pastel gray 240D not as boring because it has a parchment interior which is a rare and weird color combo. Manny tranny also helps. Read the comments- many people seem to love the color for some reason. The car is super

Re: [MBZ] What's this car worth?

2 hrs. left and stuck below $4k. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 1:30 PM, Dimitri wrote: > I think it’s kinda boring because of the pastel gray and blue interior. My > pastel gray 240D not as boring because it has a parchment interior which is > a rare and weird color combo. Manny

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

On 16/05/2018 1:25 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Over-voltage protection relay. - Max And, if so, then maybe the alternator and/or voltage regulator? RB ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

Well I put a new fuel filter on and it started but was struggling to run before now the damn thing won’t start at all. I filled the filter with fuel as when I put the new one on it wouldn’t start and the new filter did not have any fuel in it when I took it off again. I’m wondering if the fuel

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

I used to, but would have to look it up now - too many years ago. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:55 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > OK, tech test time. > Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that runs to > the rope you run to the cockpit, that will

[MBZ] 240 D manny $1200

In the Mercedes W123 (North America) FB group by a guy called Anton Koncaba Lincoln NE Selling my 82 240D, manual everything. New looking seats out of the same year 300D. 272,000 miles, shows no sign of powertrain problems. Some rust but mostly cosmetic, exhaust rattles and the muffler is in

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

Same here, I usually went 12,000 miles, and analysis indicated that 15,000 was easily possible. Soot was the most significant level, but was still good in both OM602 and OM603 engines. Even with the oil sucker, I don't like changing oil . . . On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 7:05 PM, Curt Raymond via

Re: [MBZ] I Want

Why? There's not enough left to do. You'd be bored with it within a week. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 11:36 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > Anyone near Middletown, NY? > > https://tinyurl.com/ydxywul2 > > -D > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

Forget it - not your color. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 12:33 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > Even more fun - - > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1946-aeronca-7ac-champ/ > > > On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 9:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com>

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

On Wed, 16 May 2018 12:02:05 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: > As I was getting off the highway and slowing down, as it was coming to > idle the engine would buck. Like the idle control was cutting in and > out or something. When I came to a complete stop

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

I second the motion . . . OVPR. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 1:25 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Over-voltage protection relay. > > - > Max > Charleston SC > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

I'll give you $500 and make all your troubles go away... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On May 16, 2018 7:04:34 PM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: >Well I put a new fuel filter on and it started but was struggling to >run before now the damn

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

You're not wasting it on a 60x engine. Oil analysis of the two 601s I had suggested they could handily go 10,000miles on Mobil 1 between changes.I mean I guess if you really like changing the oil... Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:52 PM, Dan Penoff via

[MBZ] Removing stuck alternator (ML350)

So, I loosen up the belt, take out the two alternator bolts, then remove the alternator from the mount, tip it pulley down and disconnect the cables, right? What do I do when, after removing the bolts, the alternator only wants to pivot around the bottom mounting ear instead of coming loose,

Re: [MBZ] E300D/2.5 Turbo Belt Tensioner

What about the threads needs cleaning? Are they damaged, or simply have sealant residue? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] E300D/2.5 Turbo Belt Tensioner

On Wed, 16 May 2018 20:45:38 -0400 Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > What about the threads needs cleaning? Are they damaged, or simply > have sealant residue? There is oil everywhere. I'm guessing it will cause problems with the Threadlocker Blue. Craig

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

So here we go again. My line of thinking has been that if you go synthetic over Dino, can you double the internal? For example earlier engines like 617 and 603 have a factory 5k interval. Could you go 10k on those with synthetic? Later engines such as 606 have a 7500 mile interval, so could

Re: [MBZ] Removing stuck alternator (ML350)

On Wed, 16 May 2018 20:45:43 -0400 (EDT) Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: > So, I loosen up the belt, take out the two alternator bolts, then > remove the alternator from the mount, tip it pulley down and disconnect > the cables, right? > > What do I do when, after

Re: [MBZ] E300D/2.5 Turbo Belt Tensioner

On Wed, 16 May 2018 19:58:09 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: > Autozone sells a nice socket set that has that 12mm socket. Socket? Or socket-drive allen wrench? The latter is what is needed in this case. > I have never heard of putting sealant on the

Re: [MBZ] Removing stuck alternator (ML350)

Tapped on the upper mounting ear of the alternator, forward then back then forward again, with the 32oz ball peen. Opened up enough room to pull it out of the bottom mount. That was quick. I'll finish taking it out when it's lighter outside in the AM, but it looks like it is not a Bosch.

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

I know. I could do worse. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On May 16, 2018 9:13 PM, "Craig via Mercedes" wrote: > On Wed, 16 May 2018 21:10:44 -0400 Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > > I agree with Curt. When Larry T was doing oil analysis I had

Re: [MBZ] E300D/2.5 Turbo Belt Tensioner

> On May 16, 2018 at 9:11 PM Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > Autozone sells a nice socket set that has that 12mm socket. > > Socket? Or socket-drive allen wrench? I bought a 3 pc set at Autozone for $10 about 15 years ago. The big one is 17mm, I think the middle one is

Re: [MBZ] E300D/2.5 Turbo Belt Tensioner

It’s an Allen drive wrench for 3/8 ratchet. Might be 1/2 inch now that I think about it. Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 8:11 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Wed, 16 May 2018 19:58:09 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote:

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

How long ago was that? Reason I ask is because at some point m1 changed from group 4 to group 3 base oil Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 8:10 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > I agree with Curt. When Larry T was doing oil analysis I had my M1 tested

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

There was once a flying club near the University of Florida at a small field. The members would crack the throttle on an old 40 hp J-3 Cub, prop it, and then run around and get in before it started moving. One day a ministerial student cracked the throttle from wide open instead of idle, the

Re: [MBZ] E300D/2.5 Turbo Belt Tensioner

Autozone sells a nice socket set that has that 12mm socket. I have never heard of putting sealant on the treads, I never have done it but I suppose it makes sense. You can probably use whatever thread sealant is available. I’m sure there is a spec for how tight to tighten the bolt, you want it

Re: [MBZ] E300D/2.5 Turbo Belt Tensioner

Ah, brake cleaner on a rag, any that gets into the oil will evaporate. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On May 16, 2018 8:47:26 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > >There is oil everywhere. > >I'm guessing it will cause problems with the Threadlocker Blue.

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

Good quality diesel oil like Delo 400 LE is cheap. I can do a complete change with Delo 400 LE on the 95 E300D for under $35 every 5000 miles and not have concerns. If I used Mobil1 it would be near twice the cost. Since Mobil1 is a group 3 base stock it’s not that much better than

Re: [MBZ] Removing stuck alternator (ML350)

> On May 16, 2018 at 8:51 PM Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > This is with the pivot bolt completely out, I presume. No pivots, tensioner pulley is elsewhere, but yes, both bolts completely removed. Could get a rod as long as one of the bolts in there, but that's about

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

On Wed, 16 May 2018 21:10:44 -0400 Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: > I agree with Curt. When Larry T was doing oil analysis I had my M1 > tested in the 602 @ 12k miles & it had 75% soot capacity left. I am a > believer but won't start an oel thread. Too late; you already

[MBZ] E300D/2.5 Turbo Belt Tensioner

I looked at the sections of the manual I posted a few days ago: 13-1202hw.pdf 13-3200hw.pdf 13-343.pdf and everything looked quite confusing. Searching on the Web, though, I found:

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

I agree with Curt. When Larry T was doing oil analysis I had my M1 tested in the 602 @ 12k miles & it had 75% soot capacity left. I am a believer but won't start an oel thread. Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD M1 15w 50 2005 E320 M1 0w 30 Wickford RI On May 16, 2018 8:05 PM, "Curt Raymond via

Re: [MBZ] E300D/2.5 Turbo Belt Tensioner

On Wed, 16 May 2018 20:58:57 -0400 Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > Ah, brake cleaner on a rag, any that gets into the oil will evaporate. And I actually happen to have some of that around here! Thanks, Max. Craig > On May 16, 2018 8:47:26 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Removing stuck alternator (ML350)

On Wed, 16 May 2018 21:12:12 -0400 (EDT) Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: > > Tapped on the upper mounting ear of the alternator, forward then back > then forward again, with the 32oz ball peen. Opened up enough room to > pull it out of the bottom mount. > > That was

Re: [MBZ] E300D/2.5 Turbo Belt Tensioner

When I replaced the belt tensioner on that engine shortly after I bought the car, I used brake cleaner to remove the oil, then blue Locktite on the bolt. Apparently it didn't hold so well - - - probably needed better/more cleaning. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 8:15 PM, Craig via Mercedes

[MBZ] 1980 300d $2500

I dont know this car but it coukd be pretty rust free. https://nextdoor.com/for_sale_and_free/1b9f9140-00a9-461f-abbe-da94f0ad4c56/?init_source=share ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

I did my solo flight in a 40 hp cub, at age 9... to short to reach the wing tip, just big enough to hand prop the 40 hp. Rule was, always tie the tail. safety first. Throttle friction set was not always reliable, and solo hand prop safety required the tail be tied... The rope trick worked

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

I'd use the magic disappearing knot that Dad used to entertain the neighborhood kids. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On May 16, 2018 3:55:10 PM EDT, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: >OK, tech test time. >Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

My first thought was a bad ground in the dash. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

I got a filter yesterday and going to change the oel in this dizzel.  I'm guessing cheepcheep Delvac will be fine?  Don't want to go M1 and pay for that. I also got the Kumhos mounted on it, have not taken it out yet as it is running badly now, again, going out to change the fuel filter and

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

You’re wasting your money putting Mobil1 in the diesel. Delvac or Delo 400 at Dead Sam’s will be more than adequate and far less expensive. -D > On May 16, 2018, at 5:48 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > I got a filter yesterday and going to change the oel

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

On Wed, 16 May 2018 17:44:42 -0400 Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > My first thought was a bad ground in the dash. That was mine, too, but the more symptoms I read, the less I thought it was a bad ground. I could be wrong; it would not be the first time ... Craig

Re: [MBZ] Won't leave out of first gear

Yes, but it’s a crap class. Why spend the money? -D > On May 16, 2018, at 4:39 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > This is the cheapest I've ever fixed one for: > https://www.amazon.com/Mercedes-Transmission-Connector-Adapter-Genuine/dp/B00DOCVVVI > > (and it's

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

It seems like a grounding issue to me. But it only happened that once. Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 5:06 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Wed, 16 May 2018 17:44:42 -0400 Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > >> My first thought was

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

You will need to use synthetic if you are going to go by the FSS for oil changes Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 4:48 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > I got a filter yesterday and going to change the oel in this dizzel. I'm > guessing cheepcheep

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

"Hand propped to start" Contact! -Curt On Wednesday, May 16, 2018, 12:33:16 PM EDT, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: Even more fun - - https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1946-aeronca-7ac-champ/ On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 9:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

Wish I had the time! Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 2:47 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Yes, alas. I may have to take care of this. > > Are you still making house calls? > >> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:25 PM, Dimitri wrote: >> So is

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

his battery is a looser --FT On 5/16/18 2:48 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Loose battery connection? On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:29 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: On 16/05/2018 1:25 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Over-voltage protection

[MBZ] the cabin interior headliner has been removed and a dolphin painted in its place

Might be worth dickering down some for a fun ride https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/mercedes-benz-convertible/6589847638.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] my phone won't go sideways

so I can only get half the car in the picture https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1998-mercedes-e320/6568458266.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] the cabin interior headliner has been removed and a dolphin painted in its place

Car driven by trust fund kids. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 4:48 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > On May 16, 2018 at 4:42 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > > > hmmm maybe I should go look at it for grins, see what I could do with

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

The only theory I have is that the switch did not ground out something and maybe the amount of output from the alternator varies with rpm. What was really strange is that if I had it in neutral it did not start the lights blinking off and on, but would with actual vehicle speed. So maybe that

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

All I can say is that after leaving my stop earlier the car is doing like it should with no issues. Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 1:29 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > >> On 16/05/2018 1:25 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: >> Over-voltage

Re: [MBZ] the cabin interior headliner has been removed and a dolphin painted in its place

That is not a bad deal especially since it’s a crashbox. They’re not easy to find in this model. -D > On May 16, 2018, at 4:20 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Might be worth dickering down some for a fun ride > >

[MBZ] Mercedes G- Wagon needs work if intersed call

https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/2003-mercedes-wagon-g500/6583634118.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Won't leave out of first gear

This is the cheapest I've ever fixed one for: https://www.amazon.com/Mercedes-Transmission-Connector-Adapter-Genuine/dp/B00DOCVVVI (and it's second gear, not first) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] What's this car worth?

Wow - a bidding frenzy set in among the lurkers. Stupid money/boring car.. On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 4:35 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > And the winner is...dseretakis for $6500. > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

OK, tech test time. Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that runs to the rope you run to the cockpit, that will let you hand prop an airplane, safely, then climb in, strap in, pull the tail wheel rope release, take in the rope, and let you taxi away to fly? On Wed, May

[MBZ] 1981 Mercedes 240 D sedan 4speed " RARE " - $3300 (LEXINGTON SC)

seems a little sketchy https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1981-mercedes-240-sedan/6580754272.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] What's this car worth?

And the winner is...dseretakis for $6500. ___ 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] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

On Wed, 16 May 2018 12:55:10 -0700 G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > OK, tech test time. > Who here knows the special knot you use to tie the tail wheel, that > runs to the rope you run to the cockpit, that will let you hand prop an > airplane, safely, then climb in, strap in,

Re: [MBZ] the cabin interior headliner has been removed and a dolphin painted in its place

> On May 16, 2018 at 4:42 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > > hmmm maybe I should go look at it for grins, see what I could do with it > Don't forget to take a picture of the dolphin. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] 1981 Mercedes 240 D sedan 4speed " RARE " - $3300 (LEXINGTON SC)

No books or records! No sunroof!! On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 4:23 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > seems a little sketchy > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1981-mercedes-240-se > dan/6580754272.html > > -- > --FT > > >

Re: [MBZ] Here's a good solution to excess disposable income

HA, you're not even remotely a cheapskate. I'm a cheapskate, I've been driving my $1500, '98 Jetta for 4 years now on basically no money, its been the most economical vehicle I've ever had even surpassing my $400 240D which needed way more in repairs. I've put ~90,000 miles on it so far

Re: [MBZ] What's this car worth?

I’d say its biggest letdown is the coverlay dash. Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 2:48 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Kinda doubt it. No pizzazz. > >> On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:26 PM, Dimitri wrote: >> Wonder if it breaks the 5K

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

Never thought of that Sent from my iPhone > On May 16, 2018, at 1:25 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Over-voltage protection relay. > > - > Max > Charleston SC > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search

[MBZ] Won't leave out of first gear

is the beer included? Might that be a cheap fix? https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1998-mercedes-benz/6582743385.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] the cabin interior headliner has been removed and a dolphin painted in its place

hmmm maybe I should go look at it for grins, see what I could do with it --FT On 5/16/18 4:24 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: That is not a bad deal especially since it’s a crashbox. They’re not easy to find in this model. -D On May 16, 2018, at 4:20 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] the cabin interior headliner has been removed and a dolphin painted in its place

It's in the listing.  RTFL --FT On 5/16/18 4:48 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On May 16, 2018 at 4:42 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: hmmm maybe I should go look at it for grins, see what I could do with it Don't forget to take a picture of the dolphin.

Re: [MBZ] 1981 Mercedes 240 D sedan 4speed " RARE " - $3300 (LEXINGTON SC)

Should a 240 have steelies & matching caps not bundts? Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On May 16, 2018 4:23 PM, "Floyd Thursby via Mercedes" wrote: > seems a little sketchy > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1981-mercedes-240-se > dan/6580754272.html > > -- > --FT

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