We're taking a look at it. Since Gina blew up the engine in the 300SD last
month, we're down to just her car, and I've got no way to get to my dr appts or
pharmacy. Maybe next month we can swing it.
1. Re: Fwd: 1993 Mercedes 300D 2.5 Turbo - $950 (Bonita Springs)
(Mitch Haley)
I've finally started on a former Kaleb-Kar, and need to yank the dash
ignition switch from the dash.
Anybody here done this before? I've got an intact dash working ignition
switch to replace them with.
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Anyone know of a good (cheap) source for /8 body parts?
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what'sa /8?
--R
On 6/8/2010 8:41 AM, Joe Sasser wrote:
Anyone know of a good (cheap) source for /8 body parts?
Thanks
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We had a '73 450SL, and yep, Euro bumpers, and that same engine. It was a
beautiful ride, hated to sell it, but we were hit by Hurricane Ike at the time,
and needed some $$$.
The saddest part, was that it went to a 21yo girl, who immediately wanted to
drive it FAST FAST FAST (it was raining at
I'm making a deal on an '86 ('88...can't remember), and need to check out
what I can about it before traveling to pick it up. It's got some problems he's
already told me about, just seems like something's missing.
VIN is:WDBCA45D1GA256289.
Thanks for any/all assistance.
...@voyager.net
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Anybody got a carfax?
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1986 560SEC?
At what point in the listing process does eBay give you a Carfax?
Is it before you finalize the listing?
Joe Sasser wrote:
I'm
Begin forwarded message:
From: Joe Sasser joesas...@me.com
Date: March 4, 2011 4:47:08 PM CST
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: Need CARFAX Check done please, if any can manage it
VIN#WDBCA45D1GA256289
Need a carfax, trying to get a history of it before I hand over the dough
VIN#WDBCA45D1GA256289
Need a carfax, trying to get a whole history of it before I hand over the dough.
Thanks for any/all help.
Joe
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I didn't know they had discontinued that service. Thanks so much for the
information, you've been most helpful.
On Mar 5, 2011, at 9:18 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote:
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Date: Sat, 05 Mar 2011 08:47:08 -0600
From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net
To: Mercedes Discussion
Here in SE TX (literally surrounded by refineries) I paid $71 to fill
up my 300SD last week ($3.94/gal)! When we all know it should be
around $0.75¢ instead. There's absolutely no reason for diesel to be
so high, other than pure greed.
Joe Sasser
On Oct 13, 2008, at 2:01 PM, [EMAIL
Anyone got the original info on this?
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As the title implies, I'm interested in finding out what are the latest front
seats to fit in a /8 body. Thinking maybe w201?
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Wow, just from reading through these couple of paragraphs, it looks like Bill
Gates is 5¢ 10¢ to death again, with inferior OSs. Sure glad we OSX users
don't have limiting, inept OSs like the Windoze users do.
Just thinking out loud.
On Sep 15, 2010, at 2:22 PM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com
My '83 300SD (with about 384k miles on it), is riding way too stiff/hard.
I can feel every bump in the road, and the handling isn't what it was just
6 years ago.
New tires/shocks (Bilstein comfort, and Continentals), but nothing made
any difference. Also the rear end is significantly lower than
Hi Scott, thanks for responding.
It's an '83, so no hydraulics. If it's the collapsed rear subframe bushings,
what am I looking at, as far as parts needed (etc)?
Joe
On Oct 4, 2010, at 9:38 PM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote:
Does your model have hydraulic level control? If so and the
My first Merc was an '76 300-D w115. Purchased it in CT, and with only a wash
oil change, drove it straight through to TX, where it was registered, and used
as my only car for three years.
Drove great, smooth ride. Totally converted me to a diesel-head after that.
The rust is coming through
As it may be obvious from the past few postings, my 300SD is having issues. The
most bothersome (and potentially dangerous) is the instrument cluster.
Since coming back from repairs, the temp goes to the red and stays there, the
oil pressure also maxes out and stays. The following have also
We had an '73 Euro 450SL. Drove/rode like a dream, poured some $$ into it to
make it even better. When we had to sell, we lost money. Needed $$ fast, so
couldn't wait for the right buyer.
But a w123 ANYTHING will NEVER be WORTH more than a w107. There are millions of
123s all over the world,
Hi all. In the next 3 months, I'll be reviving the blue w115 300-D
traded from
Kaleb back in late '03.
The engine is from the '76 300-D I bought in CT in '99. Starts right
up, no major
problems with it. But during the swap, I'm planning on changing out
all belts/hoses
and glow plugs.
Thanks very much, Peter, I'll add that to the list of things to do.
Already had figured on a change of fluids, and even a tranny service.
Joe
Message: 1
Date: Tue, 24 Mar 2009 09:27:33 -0500 (GMT-05:00)
From: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Reviving a w115 300-D
To:
I've purchased 2 transmissions from Sun Valley Mercedes out of CA. One
for the '83 300SD we bought from Caleb about 6 years ago or so, and
another 2 years ago for my wife's '88 190D.
So far no problems with either, and the install on the 190 was botched
a bit (original installer wasn't
Funny thing about wives. I showed one to mine, and told her that IF we
were to buy a brand-spanking-new auto, it would probably be this one.
She countered with a '75 BMW 2002 nearby @ $1200!
Help me Rhonda, help help me Rhonda...
Date: Sat, 6 Jun 2009 20:25:21 -0400
From: Bill R
I make it a yearly task, every December or January to do a complete
fluid filter change.
The hubbub of activity that time of year, serves as a reminder.
The filter is cheap, and it keeps the tranny gremlins at bay.
Good luck!
On Jun 12, 2009, at 9:54 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote:
I missed the link for this CL listing. Does anybody have it handy?
Thanks
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Hey there,
As the subject line states, I'm looking for a complete interior for
our '83 300SD.
The original is fine where it counts (no cracks in dash, etc), but has
the standard splits/cracks in the leather seats armrest.
The color is brown, which was alright when the car was gold,
Thanks Max,
I'd thought of doing that (did it before restoring interior in a w114
in the late '90s in N.C.), but sorta dipping my toes in the water to
see what's available.
The local scene has gassers with shot interiors, and/or the wrong
color. Last choice would be to remove everything,
The '83 300SD we bought from Kaleb is still going strong, except for the
interior. It's tired seen better days.
Would like to change out the entire thing for gray, so am wondering if it'd be
cheaper in the long run to find a donor car, or just bite the bullet and shop
around for a new
On Nov 30, 2009, at 6:00 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote:
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Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:33:34 -0800
From: Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Donor car?
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
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I don't think quite so. PCs are built so cheap, and severely lack the elegance
of Mac components. It's like the difference between a PBJ and a Porterhouse.
On Dec 20, 2009, at 10:20 PM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote:
Message: 16
Date: Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:21:43 -0800
From: Jim Cathey
Will the cluster from an 126 SDL function no problem in a 126 SD? I changed the
rims from 14 bundt to 15 manhole cover, and the speeds are off. Also, the
tach/oil gauges and odometer haven't worked in years.
Also, an updated steering wheel. A bit tired of this old one.
Thanks, and a Very New
I've always said that if I ever won the lottery, I'd have MB build a
certain car with a twist. Since their classic division can replicate
any part of any car they've ever made, here's what I'd have:
1939 Mercedes 770K (aka Großer) body with proper gauges, seats,
convertible top etc.
BUT
Easy fix..dump Windows for a new iMac, take your PC into the
Apple Store with you, and a Mac Genius will transfer everything over
for you.
So glad I made the switch last year! Can't say enough good things for
the Mac (especially like how they can't get viruses)! Everything is
so much
Hmm, no problems like that with the Macs. They all come with wireless
Bluetooth built in, and with my Apple Airport, can go up to 50
yards away from it, and still have full strength.
My wife is STILL waiting for her PC to be repaired (for the 2nd time
in 6mos) as it just quit booting up
Our '83 300SD has been having electrical problems the past few months. Have
replaced the battery twice, and alternator once (with a new Bosch), but still
it continues.
Something is draining the battery completely, whether the car is driven or not.
Last time, driving around didn't guarantee the
Anybody have the CD that shows repairs of a /8 (w115)? I have the 2 CD set for
the w126, and the blue w115 I got from Kaleb 9 years ago, is now here in the
back yard.
The guy who removed the engine + door panels/glass, etc from my original white
w115 wasn't the most keen on knowing how to get
Anybody know of a source for used w115 parts (ext/int)? I contacted Kaleb last
week, but no response.
Found plenty in SoCal, but Geez Louise! Their price for some trim was higher
than getting brand new from the Classic Center!
Thanks
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Hey Kaleb,
I e-mailed to your address shown here, but you finally got the message, so
that's OK. I'm looking for the trim pieces that go around the car. Some are
missing, while others are pitted with the rubber rotted out of them.
Trying to get the engine pulled from the blue one, and replaced
If you can get the part numbers, everything is still available from either a
local dealer, or the MB Classic Car Center.
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On Jul 1, 2012, at 2:50 PM, drcscru...@aol.com wrote:
My step son has an old 1969 220d. It seems that
Kaleb, are you not getting ANY of the e-mails I send you anymore?
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As MBUSA stated, it certainly appears someone is trying to claim something
which isn't true. I sincerely doubt the context of the conversation he alleges
with MBUSA, concerning their statement of look for a Swastika. That doesn't
sound correct.
Also, the 320 series is too low for the Führer to
I drove my 1980 300CD from TX to NC, then onto CT, to NYC, back to CT, back to
TX, then onto CA. All in a 10 day period. Never any breakdown, no
problems/troubles, etc.
Does this count?
On Jul 25, 2012, at 7:00 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote:
On 7/21/2012 12:14 PM, Rick Hawkins
With my back having become worse, it's time to update S-classes from the w126
I've been driving for the past 10-11 years.
It's a 300SD, and the mileage is phenomenal. Lots of work has gone into it,
from a new engine, rebuilt tranny (with only 10k miles on it), and a complete
AC overhaul,
Thanks everyone who responded to my query about experiences with either or both
S classes.
Seems the consensus is that the w140 is the way to go, even though (at least to
me) the w220 is just jam packed with features some of which are now standard on
Kia!
Gotta go searching now, I hear the
Well, as it says, I found a w140 turbo diesel today, and it's looking pretty
good. I kinda remember these being not so common, so I'm wondering what the
pros/cons would be?
Kaleb, didn't you have one of these before?
Thanks for all ya'lls help with all this.
Joe
I have 3 or 4 of them right now. Make sure the engine has been replaced, or
if not and its not burning oil yet, yank it out replace the rods and head
gasket.
I'll have to ask, they do say diesel pump seals (?) are leaking, and it's
losing power. Plus that the engine shakes. That makes me
Cons:
An engine that will self destruct with bent rods, a wiring harness that will
self destruct with heat and time, many complex computerized systems...
Pros:
A state of the art automobile for its time. Timeless design. Awesome ride.
Built like a vault. Quiet beyond tranquility.
On Jul 15, 2013, at 7:12 PM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote:
Joe wrote:
...Plus that the engine shakes
Is the seller's name Ludmila Grobtken?
mao
No, it's Jimmie. Also verified that it is an S350. Not much info out there
about it.
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On Jul 16, 2013, at 9:15 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote:
From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Found w140 turbo diesel
Message-ID: 51e54ab4.9010...@constructivity.net
Car shake at start?
--R
That's what he says, and that it smooths out upon
Well, there's only a couple of steps remaining before pulling the trigger on
the S350 Turbo-diesel.
One being a VIN check.
Is there anyone here with (forgot the name) that service that checks VINs? I'd
really appreciate getting one run on this puppy. Not sure what all equipment
it's got on it
Interested in having that w126 back? It's got a rebuilt transmission with less
than 10k miles on it, completely new AC system (so virgin, was asked if I
wanted R12 or 134), and a new engine with 125k miles on it (strong runner).
Double dark window tint all around too. Comes with the extra
It has R12. They said it's the longest lasting coldest option.
On Jul 20, 2013, at 7:00 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote:
On Fri, 19 Jul 2013 22:17:47 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin
ka...@striplin.net wrote:
R12 if original otherwise 134
The question was addressed to Joe Sasser
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