Re: [MBZ] Vacuum pump question answered, plus rant

2005-12-23 Thread Mike Esh
I just finished buying car from Stefan Schultze. 1982 300TD Wagon. The car was definitely not maintained very well. He apparently is buying them and reselling on Ebay. The belts were almost nonexistent and we were lucky to make it home to Michigan without a failure. There was also a leak in

Re: [MBZ] Rusty

2010-05-18 Thread Mike Esh
Welcome back Rusty! Good luck in your recovery, go easy at first. I went from 270 down to 235 as well. Mine was the result of colon removal and a 6 day visit at the University of MI hospital. Mike On May 18, 2010, at 10:12 AM, Rusty Cullens wrote: I'm back!!! 1/2 days for

[MBZ] U.S. Cellular Field

2010-06-06 Thread Mike Esh
You mean U.S. Cellular Field of course! On Jun 6, 2010, at 10:01 PM, Mountain Man wrote: --R wrote: Are you going to Kaminsky Park? You meant Kaminski Park, no doubt - working class and all... mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] Another day another wheel bearing

2011-01-29 Thread Mike Esh
How hard is it replace race? Mike Sent from my iPad On Jan 29, 2011, at 3:23 PM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Does whup whup whup in time with the car's speed sound like a wheel bearing? I thought it might and as my wife and I both pointed to the right front of the car as the

Re: [MBZ] '95 E300 with OM606 - how long to reach operating temp?

2011-02-08 Thread Mike Esh
The fan probably needs to oiled (M1) if you can hear it a mile and a half from your house. :) hehe. Mike Sent from my iPad On Feb 7, 2011, at 11:42 PM, Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net wrote: That is my experience as well. Heater blower kicks on loud enough to hear about a mile and a

[MBZ] 84 300D crazy heat

2011-02-09 Thread Mike Esh
Perfect heat as I drive around town but when I get on the highway it drops down to less than 40 degrees. As soon as i slow down it bounces back to normal. I checked the heater control valve and found no rips or tears in the seal or diaphragm. I replaced the water pump and thermostat with no

Re: [MBZ] 84 300D crazy heat

2011-02-10 Thread Mike Esh
tried the obvious and typical failure (monovalve) and it sounds like you've established that is not the problem. -Max From: Mike Esh michael...@me.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wed, February 9, 2011 11:29:07 PM

Re: [MBZ] 84 300D crazy heat

2011-02-10 Thread Mike Esh
Defrost setting does not correct the problem. I am going re check mono valve. If the seal are good should I be ordering the whole unit? Mike Sent from my iPad On Feb 10, 2011, at 10:01 AM, Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: Jim's comment stirs another thought: hitting Defrost

Re: [MBZ] 300TD in FL - I could just b*rf

2011-02-11 Thread Mike Esh
He has a screw blocking the vacuum line. I wonder how he shuts it off? Mike Sent from my iPad L On Feb 11, 2011, at 5:32 PM, Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: But speaking of 300TDs that make me want to barf: http://search.ebay.com/110647241129 Black paint on the headlight

Re: [MBZ] 84 300D crazy heat

2011-02-11 Thread Mike Esh
but I once swapped out the housing and it solved my problem after a new insert made no difference at all. Andrew 1983 and 1985 300TD, 1985 300CD On Thu, Feb 10, 2011 at 10:33 PM, Mike Esh michael...@me.com wrote: Defrost setting does not correct the problem. I am going re check mono valve

Re: [MBZ] 84 300D crazy heat

2011-02-11 Thread Mike Esh
And where do you live? Mike Sent from my iPad On Feb 11, 2011, at 9:45 PM, Hans Neureiter diese...@gmail.com wrote: Pick it up. It's free. On Fri, Feb 11, 2011 at 8:17 PM, Mike Esh michael...@me.com wrote: Yes. How would like me to pay? Sent from my iPad On Feb 11, 2011, at 8

Re: [MBZ] Did a Wilton on my car today

2011-02-21 Thread Mike Esh
sunday - 22 degrees and 14 inches of new snow here on west coast of Michigan! Sent from my iPad On Feb 21, 2011, at 2:08 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: And the biting gnats have emerged out here on the fringe of America. And the oak trees are spewing tons of

Re: [MBZ] New Zealand member

2011-02-23 Thread Mike Esh
God bless you and yours. Be safe. Mike Sent from my iPad On Feb 23, 2011, at 5:37 AM, Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au wrote: Hi Gerry This is Fay - Hendrik's wife here. Hendrik is sure that the member in NZ is from Christchurch. His name is Euan. Christchurch is my home town I

Re: [MBZ] UPDATE 1983 300D in my driveway

2011-02-26 Thread Mike Esh
Congratulations and welcome. Mike Sent from my iPad On Feb 26, 2011, at 7:32 PM, Peter Hertzing phertz...@gmail.com wrote: Okay - I bought it. $1250.00 Runs great - brakes are really thunky - but getting better with drivng. Has a huge vacum leak somwhere - when running the door locks and

Re: [MBZ] Thoughts on the Technical Companion book

2011-03-02 Thread Mike Esh
I have had one for about five years and I think it is well worth the money spent. Mike Sent from my iPad On Mar 2, 2011, at 10:08 AM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Anyone have this book? http://www.amazon.com/Mercedes-Benz-Technical-Companion-members-America/dp/0837610338 Is

[MBZ] 123 rear bumper, was test

2011-03-10 Thread Mike Esh
Are rear bumpers still available new or used? My 1984 300D had it's fall off yesterday. Michael Esh 231.894.5505 On Mar 9, 2011, at 8:59 PM, Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: Not much activity today. Rick Sent from my iPhone ___

Re: [MBZ] 123 rear bumper, was test

2011-03-10 Thread Mike Esh
Looks like I can pick up one locally for 50.00 Thanks anyway. Michael Esh 231.894.5505 On Mar 10, 2011, at 12:38 PM, Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: Rich, which yard is that? I'm busy looking for a used OM603 head #17 or later... maybe we (the OP and I) could work a swap of

Re: [MBZ] 123 rear bumper, was test

2011-03-10 Thread Mike Esh
The item # I looked up is 230593805154. I asked if he had others for less money. Phone is906-322-0641. He is out of Rudyard, Mi Michael Esh 231.894.5505 On Mar 10, 2011, at 1:26 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Mike Esh wrote: Looks like I can pick up one locally

Re: [MBZ] 123 rear bumper, was test

2011-03-10 Thread Mike Esh
I just talked him and he said he does have two 126's. Michael Esh 231.894.5505 On Mar 10, 2011, at 1:46 PM, Mike Esh michael...@me.com wrote: The item # I looked up is 230593805154. I asked if he had others for less money. Phone is906-322-0641. He is out of Rudyard, Mi

Re: [MBZ] 123 rear bumper, was test

2011-03-10 Thread Mike Esh
I just ordered the 50.00 one. He will include the rubber pieces that go between shock and bumper. Shipping will be 33.00. Mike Michael Esh 231.894.5505 On Mar 10, 2011, at 2:38 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Mike Esh wrote: I just talked him and he said he does have two 126's

[MBZ] Are their two size rear bumpers for the 123's?

2011-03-10 Thread Mike Esh
My rear bumper fell off last week.  I just tried to fit one of my spares bumpers on to my 1984 300D and it is too narrow to fit on my car.  Where did this narrow bumper come from?   Michael Esh 220 Robinwood Drive Whitehall, MI 49461 michael...@mac.com (H) 231.894.5505 (Cell) 231.286.2344

Re: [MBZ] Are their two size rear bumpers for the 123's?

2011-03-10 Thread Mike Esh
This posted very late for some reason. I figured out I was trying to put the front bumper on the rear of the car. It does not work. Michael Esh 231.894.5505 On Mar 8, 2011, at 8:43 PM, Mike Esh michael...@mac.com wrote: My rear bumper fell off last week. I just tried to fit one

Re: [MBZ] 123 rear bumper, was test

2011-03-11 Thread Mike Esh
I believe they are the benzboys.com. I have gotten a door from him in past. Michael Esh 231.894.5505 On Mar 11, 2011, at 4:33 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Mike, do you know who these people are? http://annarbor.craigslist.org/pts/2255753492.html

[MBZ] What color paint?

2011-03-18 Thread Mike Esh
Does anyone know what paint color to use to repaint the bunt wheels on an 84 300D? Thanks, Mike Michael Esh 231.894.5505 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] installing belts on '85 300TD

2011-03-22 Thread Mike Esh
I ended up using a large round screwdriver to lever the belts over pulleys. Michael E. Esh On Mar 22, 2011, at 4:33 PM, glenn brown g_010...@hotmail.com wrote: After finishing the valve stem seals replacement on my '85 300TD, I noticed some considerable cracking on the interior of the

[MBZ] Diesel Powered 2 wheeler

2010-06-11 Thread Mike Esh
EcoRider - Eco-Friendly Diesel Powered Vehicle Click on link above to see. Mike ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Hard start problem returns

2010-06-11 Thread Mike Esh
1984 300D 290,000 miles and running strong. Car starts very hard, sometimes not at all when I try to restart after driving long enough to get to full operating temperature. If I restart within a few minutes it starts right up. If I wait for 2 to hours it starts right up. If I try to

Re: [MBZ] Hard start problem returns

2010-06-11 Thread Mike Esh
glow relay or something? Or maybe it is just a new version of the same old. Whatever, the car starts much better now. (Hey, maybe that is like the hot ignition module?) --R On 6/11/2010 9:24 AM, Mike Esh wrote: 1984 300D 290,000 miles and running strong. Car starts very hard, sometimes

Re: [MBZ] Hard start problem returns

2010-06-11 Thread Mike Esh
? Or maybe it is just a new version of the same old. Whatever, the car starts much better now. (Hey, maybe that is like the hot ignition module?) --R On 6/11/2010 9:24 AM, Mike Esh wrote: 1984 300D 290,000 miles and running strong. Car starts very hard, sometimes not at all when I try to restart

Re: [MBZ] Hard start problem returns

2010-06-11 Thread Mike Esh
with an improper replacement. You can cut the old hose off the plug and insert it into a new short piece of hose. -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 11, 2010, at 15:28, Mike Esh michael...@me.com wrote: Car runs great! Cruises at 75 mph easily

[MBZ] Grease in rear hub

2010-06-14 Thread Mike Esh
1984 300D - Just found an abundance of grease deposited in the drivers side rear brake hub. Is there a seal that needs to be replaced? How difficult is it to replace? Thanks in advance. Mike ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] Grease in rear hub

2010-06-15 Thread Mike Esh
Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Grease in rear hub Mike Esh wrote: 1984 300D - Just found an abundance of grease deposited in the drivers side rear brake hub. Is there a seal that needs to be replaced? How difficult is it to replace? Thanks in advance. Mike Brake hub

Re: [MBZ] Hard start problem returns

2010-06-15 Thread Mike Esh
that some time just to see if that works on the 6.5 Manfred Mike Esh Sent: Friday, June 11, 2010 3:28 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hard start problem returns Car runs great! Cruises at 75 mph easily. In-line has one small bubble in it, and it does not seem

Re: [MBZ] Hard start problem returns- Update

2010-06-16 Thread Mike Esh
I checked/replaced all connections and hoses and cannot determine where anything is leaking. Everything is dry and clean. I can actually see the fuel level in the clear filter level drop. I appears to be draining toward the spin on filter. Is there check valve somewhere that is

Re: [MBZ] Hard start problem returns- Update

2010-06-16 Thread Mike Esh
Steel pipes and car are very good condition with minimal rust. I checked all connections on filter assembly and made sure all fittings had both washers. O-rings are new on the bolt for the filter. There are two of them, the lower one is smaller than the upper one. I hear nothing when

Re: [MBZ] Hard start problem returns- Update

2010-06-17 Thread Mike Esh
-Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mike Esh Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2010 7:20 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Hard start problem returns- Update Steel pipes and car are very good condition with minimal rust

[MBZ] rear axle bearings 84 300D 291,000 miles

2010-06-21 Thread Mike Esh
Is there a good DIY article out there on how to replace the rear (permanent bearings) on an 84 300D? Could/should axles be switched from side to side at this time? Thanks, Mike Whitehall, MI P.S. Still working on determining loss of diesel prime on same car. Slowly changing hoses as time

Re: [MBZ] Hendrik Fay - video for you leftie drivers

2010-07-11 Thread Mike Esh
I love that laugh On Jul 10, 2010, at 9:52 PM, Mountain Man wrote: I was telling Hendrik about this little video when he was here. Finally I got around to finding it. It's an oldie, but still very fun. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShOaFfBfaK4 mao ___

[MBZ] rear suspension upgrade 84 300D

2010-07-14 Thread Mike Esh
I had my independent garage owner, replace 4 rear control arm bushings, replace both axle bearings(one was leaking) switch sides on the axles, replace boots on right side(other side was new) replace subframe bushings Parts came from Rusty ! Thanks Labor cost $520.00 at 55.00 per hour. Seemed

Re: [MBZ] Hub Caps

2010-08-30 Thread Mike Esh
I will Start the bidding at 20.00. Mike On Aug 30, 2010, at 3:04 PM, Rusty Cullens wrote: I have 4 painted black hubcaps and 1 white one. These were on my cars at one time. Someone make me an offer I can't refuse. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz

Re: [MBZ] Hub Caps

2010-08-31 Thread Mike Esh
As long as he is will willing to split it I am okay. heheh Mike On Aug 30, 2010, at 9:56 PM, Mountain Man wrote: Mike wrote: I will Start the bidding at 20.00. I think he charges $150 each for shipping... mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

Re: [MBZ] Non-Mercedes related Good News

2010-09-02 Thread Mike Esh
Very cool, hope everything works out. Mike On Sep 2, 2010, at 8:02 AM, Donald Snook wrote: Here's some news that is totally unrelated to cars. Many of you may know that my wife and I have been trying to have a baby for a few years. We went through a lot of fertility treatments and nothing

[MBZ] Indy in Kalamazoo, Mi

2010-09-06 Thread Mike Esh
Looking for a a reliable, friendly, reasonable mercedes diesel mechanic to help with my son-in-laws' 1985 300D project. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Not much luck at the dealership so far. Tried to schedule an alignment for the front end and they put us down for one month

[MBZ] 1989 107 fuel injection question

2010-10-07 Thread Mike Esh
My Indie is working on the fuel injection system of a 1974 Mercedes 107 convertible. Does anyone send or direct me to me any information regarding the fuel injection system in the car. He asked for a schematic of the electrics and theory involved with the fuel injection system. Any

[MBZ] Non starting 300D - Follow up

2010-10-07 Thread Mike Esh
As some of you may remember, I had a problem with my 85 300D not starting after shutting down. it would start up after an hour or two, but not within that time frame. When watching the fuel filter I noticed it was draining back down and had what appeared to be a vacuum leak. I changed

Re: [MBZ] '94 E420 Ignition Cable Question

2010-10-15 Thread Mike Esh
That is a nice connection! On Oct 14, 2010, at 11:24 PM, Craig wrote: On Fri, 8 Oct 2010 19:50:29 -0600 Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Fri, 8 Oct 2010 19:39:07 -0400 Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: The part number for that terminal is A 000 159 14 38 Thanks. I

[MBZ] Alternator Failure? 84 300D

2010-10-21 Thread Mike Esh
Hi Everyone, My alternator appears to have stopped functioning. I noticed a couple of weeks ago the ignition light flashing on and off very weakly when at idle. This only happened two or three times that I noticed. I hoped it was just a glitch, however over the next week my battery was

Re: [MBZ] Alternator Failure? 84 300D

2010-10-21 Thread Mike Esh
Thanks for the info. I will keep you updated Mike On Oct 21, 2010, at 10:05 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: Before I pull the alternator is there anything, other than the alternator that could go wrong with the charging system that I can check? Is it plugged in? If the lightbulb in the dash

[MBZ] Fwd: Alternator Failure? 84 300D

2010-10-22 Thread Mike Esh
I ended up replacing the entire alternator. Apparently it has a short or something wrong with it. Thanks, Mike Begin forwarded message: From: Mike Esh michael...@me.com Date: October 21, 2010 10:06:03 AM EDT To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] This week's fender repair project.

2013-03-29 Thread Mike Esh
I make sure I turn down the radio and ask the wife and kids to be quiet so I can see better. Does anyone else do this? Michael E. Esh 231-286-2344 On Mar 28, 2013, at 4:35 PM, Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: How do you see out?? I find, as I get older, that I need more light than

Re: [MBZ] More 300TD Tripping!

2013-04-04 Thread Mike Esh
Good Job Rick! I too have been using WVO in my vehicle for over 3 years now and am very happy with results. Michael E. Esh michael...@mac.com http://www.yugster.com/invite/138123 (C) 231.286.2344 On Apr 04, 2013, at 03:11 AM, Rick Hawkins Java macj...@aol.com wrote: Folks, I just drove

Re: [MBZ] Towing question???

2013-04-19 Thread Mike Esh
When I used a tow dolly to bring my 84 300D from Chicago to Whitehall, MI (couple hundred miles) I could not go faster than 50 MPH without the car starting to whip back and forth. Be careful and take it easy! Michael E. Esh me...@horizonenv.com michael...@mac.com

Re: [MBZ] Trying to get on the Okiebenz list

2013-05-06 Thread Mike Esh
I purchased a pair of calipers from Advance Auto several years ago for my 83 300D. I have not had any issues with them. I do not recall the exact price however they were competitive with others in the area. Mike Michael E. Esh me...@horizonenv.com michael...@mac.com

Re: [MBZ] Diesel prices

2013-05-18 Thread Mike Esh
$4.05 for diesel here in west Michigan. Michael E. Esh 231-286-2344 On May 18, 2013, at 5:36 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: $3.859 today in Bethesda, MD On Sat, May 18, 2013 at 11:20 AM, Bob Rentfro azbob...@gmail.com wrote: Gas and diesel were both hanging out at

[MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-21 Thread Mike Esh
Well it is summer again in Michigan and I am again having trouble starting my car after it has been driven for while. The story: Air temp of about 85 and I am driving my brother to the Grand Rapids airport from Whitehall MI. About a 60 minute drive 95% expressway. I am running the air

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-21 Thread Mike Esh
New last year. New style as well. Pumping does not help it start. Michael E. Esh me...@horizonenv.com michael...@mac.com http://www.yugster.com/invite/138123 (C) 231.286.2344 On May 21, 2013, at 10:00 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: WILTON wrote: What! 85 in MI already? Summer's

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-22 Thread Mike Esh
/invite/138123 (C) 231.286.2344 On May 21, 2013, at 11:29 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Mike Esh wrote: (primer pump) New last year. New style as well. Pumping does not help it start. Grasping at straws, but was the clear prefilter full of fuel? I wonder what would happen if you loosened

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-22 Thread Mike Esh
mph did the same thing which is why it started at their yard. Just a thought. Grant... AZ [where it will be 101 F today] On Tue, May 21, 2013 at 8:29 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Mike Esh wrote: (primer pump) New last year. New style as well. Pumping does not help it start

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-22 Thread Mike Esh
in the Diesel tank? fresh and uncontaminated? if the fuel's good, it sounds like something's wrong with something in the Diesel side of the switchover system. have you been able to get a response to this question from Frybrid? cheers! e On 22/May/13 04:28, Mike Esh wrote: I have a Frybrid vegoil system

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-23 Thread Mike Esh
the fuel cap off the diesel tank when it's hot... (Severely restricted/plugged tank vent?) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On May 22, 2013, at 12:49, Mike Esh michael...@mac.com wrote: I emailed them last year and they said to look for an air leak. I have

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-23 Thread Mike Esh
: Also on the subject of leaks, replace the o-rings in the banjo bolt of the fuel filter, and check the condition of all of the clear plastic fuel lines, or their replacements. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On May 22, 2013, at 12:49, Mike Esh

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-23 Thread Mike Esh
I have a Bosch outlet locally and I will try them if I run out of other options.( I have asked them about the no hot start and they suggested the air leak. I will try the cold water test as soon as it warms up again. We are expecting low temps of 35 to 40 degrees overnight and highs of 65

[MBZ] one more reason to own a 1984 300D/ need pulley and/or pump

2013-05-23 Thread Mike Esh
On the way home from work yesterday I heard a flapping noise coming from the front of the car. I pulled over and discovered the power steering belt broken and wrapped around the fan. The air conditioning belt had come off as well. The best thing about the situation was that the car was still

Re: [MBZ] one more reason to own a 1984 300D/ need pulley and/or pump

2013-05-23 Thread Mike Esh
and the car won't go far after it hoses the ATF onto the road. Scott -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mike Esh Sent: Thursday, May 23, 2013 8:12 AM To: Okie Benz Subject: [MBZ] one more reason to own a 1984 300D/ need pulley

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-28 Thread Mike Esh
'You're looking for something _easier_ than a bucket of ice water?' Update on cold water application - Dousing the injection pump when the car would not start was successful! I tried it 5 different times during a no start situation. After applying hose water for 30 to 60 seconds it started up

Re: [MBZ] SVO and IP issues was RE: 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-30 Thread Mike Esh
Mitch, I am interested in the injection pump. My mechanic would like it to be as close to my existing pump as possible. How do I determine what pump I have on my car and what pump you have. I cannot see number on the pump I have. Would the VIN or Number Plate located under the hood near the

Re: [MBZ] SVO and IP issues was 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-05-30 Thread Mike Esh
located? Michael E. Esh me...@horizonenv.com michael...@mac.com http://www.yugster.com/invite/138123 (C) 231.286.2344 On May 30, 2013, at 01:40 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Mike Esh wrote: Mitch, I am interested in the injection pump. My mechanic would like it to be as close to my

Re: [MBZ] '91 350SDL not charging? - starter?

2013-05-31 Thread Mike Esh
On Wednesday I replaced the power steering and AC belts on my 84 300D. Power steering was fairly easy using a 1/4 drive set. The AC belt was not so easy. The 3 bolts are inconveniently located and it is hard to get enough room to turn them. I think I spent about 90 minutes on the project.

Re: [MBZ] did anybody buy my 617 IP?

2013-05-31 Thread Mike Esh
member ever wanted it. Now Mike Esh wants it and I didn't find it yesterday where I thought I put it. I only had the one, so if anybody got an IP from me it's gone. Did anybody here buy it from me? I'll head out to the farm later and see if I stuck it in the trunk of my W116. Mitch

[MBZ] 84 300D Injection Pump install

2013-06-03 Thread Mike Esh
I am scheduled to drop off my car on Thursday and hoping the pump that Mitch so kindly provided will solve all of my starting problems. It is taking more and more cranking to to get it fired up. The estimate for removing the old pump, installing the new one and making all of adjustments is

Re: [MBZ] 84 300D value of vegoil conversion

2013-06-04 Thread Mike Esh
on how worth it such a system really is. -Curt Date: Mon, 03 Jun 2013 18:16:32 -0400 From: Mike Esh michael...@mac.com To: Okie Benz mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] 84 300D Injection Pump install Message-ID: 8ee3de78-cec6-4e9d-8122-ba2787b09...@mac.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us

Re: [MBZ] 84 300D Injection Pump install

2013-06-04 Thread Mike Esh
On vegetable oil! Mike On Jun 03, 2013, at 07:44 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Mike Esh wrote: I am scheduled to drop off my car on Thursday and hoping the pump that Mitch so kindly provided will solve all of my starting problems. Mike is a brave man. He drove that car out

Re: [MBZ] SVO and IP issues was 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-06-07 Thread Mike Esh
I use three small suppliers. one golf course and two restaurants. I average between 20 and 30 gallons a week. Michael E. Esh me...@horizonenv.com michael...@mac.com http://www.yugster.com/invite/138123 (C) 231.286.2344 On Jun 07, 2013, at 08:20 AM, Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote:

Re: [MBZ] SVO and IP issues was RE: 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-06-08 Thread Mike Esh
Processing oil into biodiesel is much more dangerous and not something I would do my attached garage. Michael E. Esh 231-286-2344 On Jun 8, 2013, at 2:38 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: ernest breakfield wrote: that chart (if it's even accurate) seems to pretty well show one of the

Re: [MBZ] SVO and IP issues was RE: 1984 300D - won't start when hot.

2013-06-08 Thread Mike Esh
the bell curve chart here: http://bunkum.us/svo/viscosity.html Biodiesel is the ONLY way to go. The graph Mike Esh linked earlier seemed to say that SVO (of unnamed variety) at 160° was comparable to #2 at -10°, or approaching gel point. I bet any temp you can get by heating SVO or WVO

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D injection Pump - possible failure of used pump.

2013-06-13 Thread Mike Esh
Michael, Do you mean the lift pump that the manual pump is attached too? There are no leaks around the area. How do check the pressure on the lift pump? Should mechanic be able to test it? Michael E. Esh 231-286-2344 On Jun 13, 2013, at 8:40 PM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D injection Pump - possible failure of used pump.

2013-06-13 Thread Mike Esh
Michael Esh wrote: The pump from Mitch looks like it may be a lost cause. My mechanic cannot get the car to idle correctly or develop any power. He set the timing at 24 degrees as baseline and then moved to to 26. At 24 it barely ran at all. At 26 it idled a little better but not

Re: [MBZ] 1984 300D injection Pump - possible failure of used pump.

2013-06-16 Thread Mike Esh
Yes that is the idea on Monday after I get out work. I will go over all of the suggestions with him. He is very receptive to trying things to get it going. Michael E. Esh 231-286-2344 On Jun 16, 2013, at 1:42 PM, Brian Toscano brian.tosc...@gmail.com wrote: I would just ask him if there's a

[MBZ] 1984 Mercedes 300D mono valve

2013-09-15 Thread Mike Esh
1984 Mercedes 300D mono valve Is malfunctioning. All heat all the time. With a 12 V test light, one wire is hot, one not. When it is plugged in i get both wires hot. This is the same if i have AC on or full heat. If I clamp off the mono valve hose I get ice cold air. Can someone help me

Re: [MBZ] 1984 Mercedes 300D mono valve

2013-09-16 Thread Mike Esh
. From: Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, September 15, 2013 5:51 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1984 Mercedes 300D mono valve Order a monovalve repair kit. Easy repair job. Not too expensive. Gerry '83 300 and 240D From: Mike Esh michael

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ 2013

2013-09-16 Thread Mike Esh
Nice pictures. Someday I may make one of these gatherings. Michael E. Esh me...@horizonenv.com michael...@mac.com http://www.yugster.com/invite/138123 (C) 231.286.2344 On Sep 15, 2013, at 10:09 PM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Well its over and done (well it was over and done

[MBZ] HVAC / Mono valve issue. Attn Jim Cathey

2013-09-16 Thread Mike Esh
Mike Esh wrote 1984 Mercedes 300D mono valve Is malfunctioning. All heat all the time. With a 12 V test light, one wire is hot, one not. When it is plugged in i get both wires hot. This is the same if i have AC on or full heat. If I clamp off the mono valve hose I get ice cold air. Can

Re: [MBZ] HVAC / Mono valve issue. Attn Jim Cathey

2013-09-17 Thread Mike Esh
at the connector could be misleading. One lead will read 12v but the other may read zero even if it's just floating (not grounded). -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mike Esh Sent: Monday, September 16, 2013 12:40 PM To: Okie Benz Subject: [MBZ] HVAC

[MBZ] Windshield

2013-09-19 Thread Mike Esh
I am having the windshield in my 84 300D replaced next week due to pitting and scratches and is very difficult to see through when driving into the sun. The windshield was replaced due to an accident about 3 years ago and the label on it says it is PPG. The insurance is covering the cost

Re: [MBZ] Windshield

2013-09-19 Thread Mike Esh
:32 AM, Mike Esh michael...@mac.com wrote: I am having the windshield in my 84 300D replaced next week due to pitting and scratches and is very difficult to see through when driving into the sun. The windshield was replaced due to an accident about 3 years ago and the label on it says it is PPG

Re: [MBZ] HVAC / Mono valve issue. UPDATE

2013-09-20 Thread Mike Esh
, at 07:55 AM, Mike Esh michael...@mac.com wrote: Thanks Scott, I will give that a try today. Michael E. Esh On Sep 16, 2013, at 09:53 PM, Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: There is a 2-pin connector on the mono valve. One pin is always hot (+12v whenever the car is powered up). The other

Re: [MBZ] W116 clock

2013-09-22 Thread Mike Esh
Ditto on the clock in my 84 300D, it is perfect. Michael E. Esh 231-286-2344 On Sep 20, 2013, at 9:42 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: The clock in my 300SD works but runs fast. Very fast. Gains hours a week, or more. Repairable? By contrast the clock in my W123 300D is

[MBZ] 1970 220D with 6 cyl gas engine

2013-09-27 Thread Mike Esh
Does anyone have a schematic or information on the dual Zenith Stromberg carburetors used on the 6 cyl mercedes engines in the 1970's? I have friend who bought a 1970 220 D with a transplanted inline 6 cylinder gasoline engine with dual zenith Carbs. What information do I need to and where

Re: [MBZ] 1970 220D with 6 cyl gas engine

2013-09-27 Thread Mike Esh
ending in E or D On Fri, Sep 27, 2013 at 9:53 AM, Mike Esh michael...@mac.com wrote: Does anyone have a schematic or information on the dual Zenith Stromberg carburetors used on the 6 cyl mercedes engines in the 1970's? I have friend who bought a 1970 220 D with a transplanted inline 6 cylinder

[MBZ] Blinker relay switch

2013-10-08 Thread Mike Esh
1984 300D - Both of my directional signals stopped working yesterday. I noticed the right side not working the day before that. I have checked the fuse and replaced it just in case. Can some tell me where the relay is located? Thanks, Mike Michael E. Esh me...@horizonenv.com

Re: [MBZ] Blinker relay switch

2013-10-08 Thread Mike Esh
times on and off and solves the problem??? Randy On 08/10/2013 10:37 AM, Mike Esh wrote: 1984 300D - Both of my directional signals stopped working yesterday. I noticed the right side not working the day before that. I have checked the fuse and replaced it just in case. Can some tell me where

[MBZ] PBU troubleshooting and front seal

2013-10-09 Thread Mike Esh
Hi Gary, Please order me a PBU for the HVAC system in my 1984 300D. I believe you recommended the Beckman unit. I am hoping this will solve my all heat all the time issue. I tried the unit Dan re-soldered, however it did not help the problem. (Thanks for trying Dan) I tested the mono valve

Re: [MBZ] MBZ] Balky 300TD wiper, then it worked, and then nothing

2013-10-10 Thread Mike Esh
If I remember correctly the relay is behind and/or near the speedometer. You need to pull the assembly to get at it. Can anyone confirm this? Michael E. Esh me...@horizonenv.com michael...@mac.com http://www.yugster.com/invite/138123 (C) 231.286.2344 On Oct 10, 2013, at 08:33 AM, Curt

[MBZ] Wagon

2013-10-21 Thread Mike Esh
Anyone in the Houston area that could look this over? My daughter is beginning to shop for a wagon around Austin, Texas http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/4052708735.html Michael E. Esh 231-286-2344 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] POS Wagon

2013-10-21 Thread Mike Esh
it has not been looked after and it's sunburnt. Hendrik whose TE has a few battle wounds but not on that scale On 21/10/13 17:27, Mike Esh wrote: Anyone in the Houston area that could look this over? My daughter is beginning to shop for a wagon around Austin, Texas http://houston.craigslist.org/cto

Re: [MBZ] Wagon

2013-10-21 Thread Mike Esh
covers if you do get the car and want to replace some of the interior. On Mon, Oct 21, 2013 at 2:57 AM, Mike Esh michael...@mac.com wrote: Anyone in the Houston area that could look this over? My daughter is beginning to shop for a wagon around Austin, Texas http://houston.craigslist.org/cto

Re: [MBZ] 123 cars for sale

2013-10-22 Thread Mike Esh
Where are you located Rick? thanks Michael E. Esh me...@horizonenv.com michael...@mac.com http://www.yugster.com/invite/138123 (C) 231.286.2344 On Oct 22, 2013, at 09:37 AM, Richard Hattaway rhatta...@rocketmail.com wrote: Rick, What in the world do you have against list members (c: .  ADESA

[MBZ] 1985 300D 120,000 miles, strong clean engine.

2013-10-29 Thread Mike Esh
I have been driving my new car for several days now and I am very happy with the performance. A couple of questions: The kick down switch located beneath the throttle pedal is sticking occasionally and I have to hit it pretty hard for it to switch off and go back into 4th gear. Is this

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300D 120,000 miles, strong clean engine.

2013-10-29 Thread Mike Esh
the back of the intake manifold to the ALDA that adjusts for boost. Takes a minute to undo it and make sure it all clean in the manifold and the hose. --R On 10/29/13 3:57 PM, Mike Esh wrote: I have been driving my new car for several days now and I am very happy with the performance

Re: [MBZ] OT but important

2013-11-02 Thread Mike Esh
My experience is to get tested. I had a history of intestinal issues since my appendectomy in 1995. Not sure if there is any connection, however the problems started soon after. At 40 I started colonoscopies anally, I mean annually. :-) Pre-cancerous signs showed up around 2008 and after

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