Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Nice! Andrew - take note if you're planning a near-death experience anytime soon! - Max Charleston SC On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 8:16 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The boy child graduated his pulmonary critical care fellowship at Stanford >

[MBZ] I'm going to get a new CP/TCM for the $900 04E500

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I went to a knacker yesterday and pulled a conductor plate from a nasty pimped 04S500, looked like somebody had been in there before and buggered it up.  It would have been $55,  I was going to see about getting it reprogrammed for $250 but decided to bite the bullet and just buy a new one

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Pretty soon, he will be able to afford a new MB. On 17/06/2021 7:16 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: The boy child graduated his pulmonary critical care fellowship at Stanford yesterday as Chief Fellow. Off to DC area for “real” job in a few weeks. If you’re ever in Fairfax VA and

Re: [MBZ] Brain damage

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
I think they were snorting it. And why would you put a Cummins sticker on an MB? To make people think there was a 4BT under the hood?? -D > On Jun 17, 2021, at 3:07 PM, Frederick Moir via Mercedes > wrote: > > From drinkin' too much corn likkah! > > On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 2:17 PM Kaleb

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Richarde pops up on the Vet’s list every once in a while. You could always call Shane, his watch guy in Toronto. He would gladly speak to you and give recommendations, and who better since he makes a living fixing high end timepieces. No email or Internet, he’s totally old school. Phone or

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Just as I suggested earlier - Don't buy a Rolex - Buy a good classic Mercedes. Randy On 17/06/2021 3:11 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Holy mother of pearl! My former watch now sells new for $40k! That’s totally insane. -D ___

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I am partial to Vintage Longines, Wittnauer, and Movado wrist watches. Especially the self-winding variety. I had a Grand Prix that would hold its time for 3 days after I took it off. On Thu, Jun 17, 2021, 4:31 PM OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > When I feel that a watch will help me "look cool",

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
My big brother has our Dad’s Longines self winder that he bought following WWII. Beautiful watch, very basic but with a timeless (no pun intended) design. -D > On Jun 17, 2021, at 5:00 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > I am partial to Vintage Longines, Wittnauer, and Movado

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
When I retire, I'd rather get rid of my cell phone and keep the watch. Allan Curt Raymond via Mercedes writes: > Sure but a watch is a lot classier than a cell phone. Which reminds me I > should have worn my watch to the office today. I normally don't wear it > because I can't be trusted to

[MBZ] OT OK this just really p1$$e$ me off to no end

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
A lady friend takes her 08? (I think) Nissan Armada 186kmi, to the stealer for her free oil change (for life!), and this vid is what she gets along with a quote for $5k to go through and basically do everything, change trans, PS, rear diff fluids, $900, $1658 to replace valve cover gaskets,

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
I used to buy really, really nice Rolex (and other) knockoffs in Taiwan and Singapore in the 90s. I would bring them back and hand them out as gifts to friends. Good quality ones with solid Seiko movements were around $40 on the street. I showed one to our jeweler neighbor in WI and he was

Re: [MBZ] Becker radio codes

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
The guy at the parts counter is probably looking up the VMI on his computer by searching the radio serial number field, I presume. Never asked if it’s searchable by the different fields in the document - I’ll ask next time I’m over there. It may also be searchable by the build sheet in the EPC,

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
*Not really into expensive stuff although he did buy a pretty decent mtn bike a year or so ago with money he made on moonlighting gigs. * What does a surgeon do when moonlighting? Volunteer in the ER? Tutor medical students? Play in a jazz band? On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 12:39 PM Randy Bennell

Re: [MBZ] Checking oil takes 60 minutes....

2021-06-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I like the climate here well enough. All they need to do is stop salting the roads. LOL. Allan Meade Dillon via Mercedes writes: > Move south, out of the rust belt, to a more reasonable climate, buy / drive > / fix rust free cars > - > Max > Charleston SC > > > On Wed, Jun 16,

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
That’s why I stopped wearing watches, even before cellphones became common. I tended to bang them up. I like the Apple watch for the health and fitness tracking features, but not enough to wear one. -D > On Jun 17, 2021, at 2:58 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Sure but a watch

Re: [MBZ] OT OK this just really p1$$e$ me off to no end

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
exactly. I talked her down off the ledge told her to just keep driving it for another 10yr/100kmi or whatever.  The fluids could probably stand to be changed, we can do that in her garage if need be.  She says the AC BLOWS ICE COLD so no issue there. --FT On 6/17/21 3:23 PM, Randy Bennell

Re: [MBZ] OT OK this just really p1$$e$ me off to no end

2021-06-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Common dealer tactic, drum up a bunch of expensive repairs in the hopes that you'll decide to just trade the vehicle in on a new car. Allan Floyd Thursby via Mercedes writes: > A lady friend takes her 08? (I think) Nissan Armada 186kmi, to the > stealer for her free oil change (for life!),

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Get a fake Rolex. You won't need to carry insurance on it and you won't be upset when you get mugged. On 17/06/2021 2:22 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: There are many times I don’t have my phone with me. Several years ago Santa brought my an Apple Watch 3, that usurped my Shinola for

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
True, but he was master of his domain. -D > On Jun 17, 2021, at 4:51 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Anyone recall that Seinfeld episode when George Costanza is selected as a > hand model? He's on cloud nine until he comes rudely down-to-earth due to an > unfortunate accident... > > On

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 17/06/2021 11:35 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: It's kinda funny, he travels pretty light.  Not really into expensive stuff although he did buy a pretty decent mtn bike a year or so ago with money he made on moonlighting gigs.  Other than that he is pretty basic in his wants.  It

Re: [MBZ] it’s it the prettiest on the outside 1984 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300 SD Sedan 4D,$6,000

2021-06-17 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Missing "not the" before prettiest... Max Dillon Charleston SC Jun 17, 2021 12:29:59 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes : > it has a OM617 Diesel engine with a turbo on it. It does not go above 60 > because it needs new tires and then it will go faster I’ve gotten up 110 with > it but the car

[MBZ] BatteryMINDer on sale again

2021-06-17 Thread Craig via Mercedes
FYI. Craig https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200332201_200332201 BatteryMINDer Plus Battery Charger/Trickle Charger/Desulfator — 12 Volt, 1 Amp, Model# 12117TC Reg. $67.99 Sale $19.99 Order today to get this price * Full-time battery monitoring automatically tests battery

Re: [MBZ] Brain damage

2021-06-17 Thread Frederick Moir via Mercedes
>From drinkin' too much corn likkah! On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 2:17 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/847887612815004/ > > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Holy mother of pearl! My former watch now sells new for $40k! That’s totally insane. -D > On Jun 17, 2021, at 4:03 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > It’s a “Day-Date” 40 in white gold, a somewhat plebeian Rolex that is nice > but not over the top like the models in the Professional

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
And a few fake Rolex watches! On 17/06/2021 3:17 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Amen! For that you could buy two or more… -D On Jun 17, 2021, at 4:16 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: Just as I suggested earlier - Don't buy a Rolex - Buy a good classic Mercedes. Randy On

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
When I feel that a watch will help me "look cool", I get my Dad's Accutron -- I wear it about once every ten years - usually needs a new battery. On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 3:24 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I used to buy really, really nice Rolex (and other)

Re: [MBZ] Brain damage

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I have the boy's 84 300SD here, unmolested, went out last week, threw in a battery, hit the starter and on the second rev it fired right off after sitting for a coupla years at least, drove it around the vast estate a bit, ran fine.  I should clean it up and put it on FB for $3k --FT On

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Well, knock me over with a feather! Shane has a web site, but you still have to call him if you want to make contact. http://torontowatchrepair.ca/ -D > On Jun 17, 2021, at 3:26 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Richarde pops up on the Vet’s list every

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
It’s a “Day-Date” 40 in white gold, a somewhat plebeian Rolex that is nice but not over the top like the models in the Professional line. I wanted a Rolex but didn’t want some super fancy version that I was going to get mugged for. The Oyster Perpetual is a nice basic one, too, without the

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Anyone recall that Seinfeld episode when George Costanza is selected as a hand model? He's on cloud nine until he comes rudely down-to-earth due to an unfortunate accident... On Thu, Jun 17, 2021, 3:24 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > Wife’s breast surgeon, a self-professed “boob guy”, is

Re: [MBZ] Becker radio codes

2021-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I must have a good dealer then. I copy the serial number for the radio (or maybe show the radio) and the guy at the parts counter gives me the code. I must look honest. On Thu, Jun 17, 2021, 3:53 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > Uh, yes it does. The code is in the VMI which is referenced by

Re: [MBZ] it’s it the prettiest on the outside 1984 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300 SD Sedan 4D,$6,000

2021-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
If the mileage is authentic it might be worth $3k and then have it repainted. On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 12:47 PM Max Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Missing "not the" before prettiest... > > Max Dillon > Charleston SC > > > Jun 17, 2021 12:29:59 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
There are many times I don’t have my phone with me. Several years ago Santa brought my an Apple Watch 3, that usurped my Shinola for everyday use. I am so over the Apple Watch; seems silly to have, essentially, a second phone on your wrist. I feel I want something nice and substantial to wear

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Wife’s breast surgeon, a self-professed “boob guy”, is into fishing and Jeeps. Like many doctors, he has the mechanical agility of a small child. He would come into the exam room with his hand/fingers bandaged up on a regular basis, the result of him “changing the oil in the Jeep last weekend.”

Re: [MBZ] OT OK this just really p1$$e$ me off to no end

2021-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
That is how service writers make money. They intimidate and they pick on people that they think don't know any better, especially women. I had my mother's 2008 Honda Civic with 22,000 kilometers on it, for a while a couple of years ago. It got recalled for the air bag inflators so I went to the

Re: [MBZ] Becker radio codes

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Uh, yes it does. The code is in the VMI which is referenced by the VIN. You give the dealer the VIN, they look up the VMI, which has the factory supplied radio code in it. That goes back well into the 1980s. I’ve pasted a screen shot below of the VMI for my former 1990 350SDL’s VMI with the

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Amen! For that you could buy two or more… -D > On Jun 17, 2021, at 4:16 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > Just as I suggested earlier - Don't buy a Rolex - Buy a good classic Mercedes. > > Randy > > On 17/06/2021 3:11 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >> Holy mother of pearl! My

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Not a surgeon. Residents and Fellows can work nights at care facilities or at a docinabox or hospitals/clinics if they are short staffed. When former wife was a resident and fellow the rate was like $1k/night. Probably closer to $2k now. Neighbor in Houston who was an ER trauma surgeon picked

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
Congrats. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Thu, Jun 17, 2021, 8:16 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The boy child graduated his pulmonary critical care fellowship at Stanford > yesterday as Chief Fellow. Off to DC area for “real” job in a few weeks. If > you’re

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
It's kinda funny, he travels pretty light.  Not really into expensive stuff although he did buy a pretty decent mtn bike a year or so ago with money he made on moonlighting gigs.  Other than that he is pretty basic in his wants.  It will be interesting to see how his lifestyle develops (or

[MBZ] Brain damage

2021-06-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Sure but a watch is a lot classier than a cell phone. Which reminds me I should have worn my watch to the office today. I normally don't wear it because I can't be trusted to not put it into harms way... -Curt On Thursday, June 17, 2021, 12:17:52 PM EDT, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:

Re: [MBZ] OT OK this just really p1$$e$ me off to no end

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Local Frod dealer does this in their “$25 quicky oil change lane. When I used to have a couple of Focii in the stable I would take them there for oil changes, as it was cheaper than the local oil change place, and I knew the materials would be better quality. A couple of times they went through

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Thanks, bud. I will likely call him. So Dan, what made you choose the particular Rolex you no longer wear? AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 17, 2021, at 12:30 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Well, knock me over with a feather! Shane has a web site, but you still have > to

Re: [MBZ] Diesel black smoke

2021-06-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
It has plenty of power, no issues there Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 17, 2021, at 6:03 AM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes > wrote: > > Could be bad injectors, but check the EGR system -- EGT on when it should > not be can make amazing smoke. Low power too. >

[MBZ] Classic Mercedes 560 SL - $23, 900 no wait I mean $29, 000 (Pawley's Island)

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
https://myrtlebeach.craigslist.org/cto/d/pawleys-island-classic-mercedes-560-sl/7337506232.html https://myrtlebeach.craigslist.org/cto/d/pawleys-island-classic-mercedes-560-sl/7337512857.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Sage advice. -D > On Jun 17, 2021, at 1:04 AM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Once you retire, why would you ever want to look at a watch or clock again, > are you going to be late for work? > > Buy a nice fishing rod instead, or something you will truly enjoy. > > On Wed, Jun 16, 2021 at

[MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
The boy child graduated his pulmonary critical care fellowship at Stanford yesterday as Chief Fellow. Off to DC area for “real” job in a few weeks. If you’re ever in Fairfax VA and find yourself dying, look him up! Somehow I guess I managed to raise him fairly good. Oh, and he drove his 84

Re: [MBZ] Becker radio codes

2021-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2021-06-16 19:18, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: They need the VIN of the vehicle it was shipped in. These days, just about everything you buy from a knackers (not a u-pull) has the VIN on the invoice. (and if you 'rebuild' a salvage car, you better have invoices for every part you used,

Re: [MBZ] Becker radio codes

2021-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
The radio code up to 199x has nothing to do with the VIN. On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 9:38 AM Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 2021-06-16 19:18, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > > They need the VIN of the vehicle it was shipped in. > > These days, just about everything

[MBZ] it’s it the prettiest on the outside 1984 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300 SD Sedan 4D,$6,000

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
it has a OM617 Diesel engine with a turbo on it. It does not go above 60 because it needs new tires and then it will go faster I’ve gotten up 110 with it but the car shakes when going past 60 The car does not need to be sold just seeking the market for it. It is also one of few that are

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread greg via Mercedes
Congrats! Parenting success is the BEST kind! Greg > The boy child graduated his pulmonary critical care fellowship at Stanford > yesterday as Chief Fellow. Off to DC area for “real” job in a few > weeks. If you’re ever in Fairfax VA and find yourself dying, look him > up! > > Somehow I

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Awesome! Congrats! Makes it all worthwhile, doesn’t it? -D > On Jun 17, 2021, at 8:16 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > The boy child graduated his pulmonary critical care fellowship at Stanford > yesterday as Chief Fellow. Off to DC area for “real” job in a few weeks. If >

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Yes, absolutely.  He would likely be the last doc you see, but apparently he's pretty good so maybe not... --FT On 6/17/21 10:42 AM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: A virtual back slap of congratulation to a well deserving Dad, and an outstanding Son. Well Done ! While I celebrate his success and

Re: [MBZ] Diesel black smoke

2021-06-17 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
What controls enrichment on boost (or defueling when off boost) in a 606 turbo? Could it just be betting full boost fuel before getting full boost air? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Nice shotgun or handgun, that would be my choice. Our farewell gift plaque from the Navy Brig had a pair of handcuffs and a piece of razor wire. Have to hang that one up high, just looking at the razor wire too long will get you cut. - Max Charleston SC On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 1:06

Re: [MBZ] Diesel black smoke

2021-06-17 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Somebody stole the catalytic converter. - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Jun 16, 2021 at 11:02 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It’s been a while since I have dealt with this so I have forgotten the > particulars of this issue. My 99 seems to have wisps of

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
A virtual back slap of congratulation to a well deserving Dad, and an outstanding Son. Well Done ! While I celebrate his success and choice of life's work, It is my sincere desire to never require his skills.. ;)) On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 7:21 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com>

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Glad to hear. I tried to reach out to get on the waiting list but his ph. number is unlisted. :(( On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 11:02 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yes, absolutely. He would likely be the last doc you see, but > apparently he's pretty good so maybe

Re: [MBZ] 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class,$155,000

2021-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
That's about what it's worth, assuming no horrendous hidden rust issues. On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 11:49 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3748650805172770 > > -- > --FT > > > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Yeah it does.  I'm still not sure how it all works though, but I have a coupla good kids. --FT On 6/17/21 8:41 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Awesome! Congrats! Makes it all worthwhile, doesn’t it? -D On Jun 17, 2021, at 8:16 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: The boy child

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
You don't need a watch if you carry a cellphone. Buy yourself a nice classic Mercedes diesel. Randy On 16/06/2021 8:31 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: Without Jabba to chime in it will be slightly more pedestrian. Since my company, to whom I whored out the last 38 years of my life, has

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Look on dx.com and find a SKMEI watch.  You can buy some pretty cool devices that do a lot of things for cheepcheep --FT On 6/16/21 9:31 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: Without Jabba to chime in it will be slightly more pedestrian. Since my company, to whom I whored out the last 38 years

[MBZ] 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class,$155,000

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Diesel black smoke

2021-06-17 Thread Peter Frederick via Mercedes
Could be bad injectors, but check the EGR system -- EGT on when it should not be can make amazing smoke. Low power too. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Victory! New York Senate Passes Landmark Right to Repair Bill

2021-06-17 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
The article mentions car repairs too.  Would need to learn the details of what these laws mean, but it appears to sorta open up car info and details needed for repairs. https://www.ifixit.com/News/50722/victory-new-york-senate-passes-landmark-right-to-repair-bill -- --FT

Re: [MBZ] Victory! New York Senate Passes Landmark Right to Repair Bill

2021-06-17 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
That would be good! Need a similar bill here in SC. - Max Charleston SC On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 10:26 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The article mentions car repairs too. Would need to learn the details > of what these laws mean, but it appears to

Re: [MBZ] Checking oil takes 60 minutes....

2021-06-17 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Move south, out of the rust belt, to a more reasonable climate, buy / drive / fix rust free cars - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Jun 16, 2021 at 7:00 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > In the driveway tonight, I idly decided to check the oil in the >

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
I got one for HS graduation. Word it for a long time. Still have it in a drawer somewhere. --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jun 17, 2021, at 4:31 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Poos needs to Martha this

2021-06-17 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Photography is not my strong suit - 2001 CLK320 - $500 (and others)

2021-06-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/chicago-mechanic-special-audi-a4/7338038125.html Allan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] 2001 SLK320 - 128k miles - $8,500

2021-06-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks in good shape. https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/lebanon-mercedes-benz-slk320/7338152625.html Allan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Yes! Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 17, 2021, at 2:58 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > >  Sure but a watch is a lot classier than a cell phone. Which reminds me I > should have worn my watch to the office today. I normally don't wear it > because I can't be trusted to not put it into

Re: [MBZ] Engine number

2021-06-17 Thread Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes
Probably easier to find it on the data card. Chat me the VIN and i'll get it for you. On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 9:42 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Where do I find on om602 300D? > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] Another One For Dan

2021-06-17 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Saw it. Nothing older than 2000. The first couple model years had issues. Thanks for pointing it out, though. -D > On Jun 17, 2021, at 7:02 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/thonotosassa-1998-mercedes-benz-ml-320/7338227334.html > > A bit old,

Re: [MBZ] Allan karmann Ghia where/tire

2021-06-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Ronald Courcy via Mercedes writes: > What size tires are you using on your Ghia? It would be a good idea > to verify that they fit in your spare tire "well". I seem to remember > that the stock size is 560/15 but 600/15 were a popular > oversize. Nowadays 155 versus 165. Anyways the larger

Re: [MBZ] Engine number

2021-06-17 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
VIN: WDBEB28D0LB242197 Thank you! Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 17, 2021, at 9:45 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > Probably easier to find it on the data card. Chat me the VIN and i'll get > it for you. > >> On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 9:42 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes < >>

[MBZ] Another One For Dan

2021-06-17 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/thonotosassa-1998-mercedes-benz-ml-320/7338227334.html A bit old, and about $1,500 too much. There really isn't much out there. Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
They're really not worth much now, but I'll give each of you $5. On Thu, Jun 17, 2021, 7:42 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I got one for HS graduation. Word it for a long time. Still have it in a > drawer somewhere. > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > > > On Jun

Re: [MBZ] OT. Omega Seamaster or a Rolex of Some Sort?

2021-06-17 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Vintage longines- all class! Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 17, 2021, at 5:01 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > I am partial to Vintage Longines, Wittnauer, and Movado wrist watches. > Especially the self-winding variety. I had a Grand Prix that would hold its > time for 3 days

[MBZ] Engine number

2021-06-17 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Where do I find on om602 300D? Sent from my iPhone ___ 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] 1987 300D - 147k miles - $1,000

2021-06-17 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
That needs to be investigated. Max Dillon Charleston SC Jun 17, 2021 7:23:26 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes : > No pics. "New paint required" > > https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/indianapolis-mercedes/7337950812.html > > Allan > > ___ >

[MBZ] 1987 300D - 147k miles - $1,000

2021-06-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
No pics. "New paint required" https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/indianapolis-mercedes/7337950812.html Allan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: