Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-20 Thread Dan Penoff
Are they OE or OEM? Dan On Jun 20, 2013, at 11:52 AM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: I finally have here beside me the parts for the 126 that I tried to order from Trent 3 weeks ago tomorrow. Thanks, Keenan Motors and Gary. Wilton ___

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-20 Thread WILTON
Yes. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 20, 2013 12:09 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order Are they OE or OEM? Dan On Jun 20, 2013, at 11:52 AM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: I

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-20 Thread Dan Penoff
@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 20, 2013 12:09 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order Are they OE or OEM? Dan On Jun 20, 2013, at 11:52 AM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: I finally have here beside me the parts for the 126 that I tried to order from Trent 3 weeks ago tomorrow. Thanks

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-20 Thread WILTON
, Schaeffler Group, Made in Germany, but SLOVAKIA is molded into side of the pulley. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 20, 2013 12:51 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I'm confused. Was he

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-20 Thread Dan Penoff
: Thursday, June 20, 2013 12:51 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I'm confused. Was he able to get you the actual MB parts or the aftermarket ones? Dan Sent from my iPad On Jun 20, 2013, at 12:38 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Yes. Wilton - Original Message

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Dieselhead
Well.. drat! Thanks for the follow up Rusty. You have a national resource that's kept our old Mercedes going. The sense of security that great service and good parts [and advice] has been available has added unmeasurable value to the ownership experience. For which, we all thank you.

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Allan Streib
There are any number of parts sites on the web that are just WorldPac front-ends. If there is not going to be any additional service on top of that, I don't see a lot of value in the idea. Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net writes: Well I am thinking about seeing if it would be feasible to

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jun 13, 2013, at 10:21 AM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: I hope that whatever problems that have disrupted our relationship can be resolved, and I wish you well. That was tactful. Attaboy. Rick Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread WILTON
SWMBO says I'm not very tactful, but I do try sometimes. ;) Thnks Wilton - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 12:20 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order On Jun 13, 2013, at 10

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jun 13, 2013, at 10:33 AM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: There are any number of parts sites on the web that are just WorldPac front-ends. If there is not going to be any additional service on top of that, I don't see a lot of value in the idea. If all you had as a business

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread WILTON
] 31 May order On Jun 13, 2013, at 10:33 AM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: There are any number of parts sites on the web that are just WorldPac front-ends. If there is not going to be any additional service on top of that, I don't see a lot of value in the idea. If all you had

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Curt Raymond
...@striplin.net,Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order Message-ID: m1zjuum3fg@cs.indiana.edu Content-Type: text/plain There are any number of parts sites on the web that are just WorldPac front-ends. If there is not going to be any additional service

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread WILTON
Uh-oh; that's my first question for 'im: Can he get OEM hose, 'stead of the URO hose he has listed? Wilton - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 12:57 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Dan Penoff
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I consulted Hursty for my 190D radiator hose and while he wasn't able to get anything other than URO I appreciate his effort and will be sending him my business from now on. -Curt Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:32:51 -0400 From: Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
question for 'im: Can he get OEM hose, 'stead of the URO hose he has listed? Wilton - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 12:57 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I consulted Hursty

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Chris James
question for 'im: Can he get OEM hose, 'stead of the URO hose he has listed? Wilton - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 12:57 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I consulted Hursty for my 190D

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Dan Penoff
FWIW I asked Randy to check his sources. This is a good example of the sort of thing he knows very well. I'll report back when I hear from him. Dan Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Chris James
Posted this yesterday, if anyone missed it (240D Thermostat to Water Pump Hose). Looks like someone is already offering pre cut hose, I was surprised to find it on a G-Wagon/Unimog site even, but there it is On 6/12/2013 3:28 PM, Chris James wrote: '75-'83 240D Thermostat to Water Pump

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Dan Penoff
Just talked to Randy. He can help with the hose, in fact, he says he has a unique way of cutting the bulk hose, whatever that means. That is a “cut to fit” hose. Have him contact me. I even developed a nice way of cutting it straight! Randy Steele European Parts Specialists 805-683-4020

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread WILTON
- Original Message - From: Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 1:26 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order $58.47 OE @ benzpartsforless 201 501 43 82 (lower hose). I'm really liking this site! Helps though if you look

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Dan Penoff
: [MBZ] 31 May order $58.47 OE @ benzpartsforless 201 501 43 82 (lower hose). I'm really liking this site! Helps though if you look up the part #'s in the EPC or elsewhere first. Excellent OE pricing! Have you actually ordered from them before Rick K.? On 6/13/2013 1:01 PM, WILTON

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Curt Raymond
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order Message-ID: 942517F7D16E4125A17E0A01F0775E5A@wiltonPC Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original Uh-oh; that's my first question for 'im: Can he get OEM hose, 'stead of the URO

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Curt Raymond
the pressure to it yet. I'm mindful of Clay's recent issue with a similar hose. -Curt Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:11:25 -0400 From: Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order Message-ID: a198c003-8db7-4576-9c62-24eec2f92

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Curt Raymond
Doesn't say who makes it though. Thats about 2x too expensive for URO but not the highest I've seen. About what I paid for Lemfeorder. -Curt Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:26:32 -0400 From: Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Curt Raymond
mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order Message-ID: b1eecb84-9af4-4617-91c2-76d363523...@penoff.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii I'm sorry. I was talking about Curt's 240D hose. My bad. Dan On Jun 13, 2013, at 1:51 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: You sure we're taking

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Chris James
Sorry, yes in that post I was referring to Curt's (190D) hose. The hose for your 350SDL (lower rad, 1265000875) lists for $80 @ benzpartsforless. On 6/13/2013 1:49 PM, WILTON wrote: You sure we're taking 'bout same hose? Lower rad hose for 91 350SDL? $109 w/tax at MB stealer/Raleigh; $75 or

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Chris James
Thanks! That's great to know, if anyone is needing this particular hose. On 6/13/2013 1:45 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: Just talked to Randy. He can help with the hose, in fact, he says he has a unique way of cutting the bulk hose, whatever that means. That is a “cut to fit” hose. Have him contact

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Rick Knoble
On Jun 13, 2013, at 12:26 PM, Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com wrote: I'm really liking this site! Helps though if you look up the part #'s in the EPC or elsewhere first. Excellent OE pricing! Have you actually ordered from them before Rick K.? No, I haven't yet. Probably next week. I am a cheap

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Mitch Haley
Andrew Strasfogel wrote: Have you tried the Classic Center yet? They have GREAT service and offer 15% discount on OEM parts to MBCA members. They undercut my local dealership by 15 percent. Because your local dealership marks parts 0% above retail list? Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread WILTON
Reluctantly, I'm leaning toward dealer; the lean is hurting really bad, but maybe I can get over it. Wilton - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 2:10 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread clay
List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I sent Trent's email asserting Worldpac issues to Rusty, no response. --R On 6/12/13 2:12 PM, Michael Canfield wrote: So ask Rusty..he should be able to check it out on both ends. He DID say to let him know if Trent

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread WILTON
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order On Jun 13, 2013, at 12:26 PM, Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com wrote: I'm really liking this site! Helps though if you look up the part #'s in the EPC or elsewhere first. Excellent OE pricing! Have you actually ordered from them before Rick K.? No, I haven't yet

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Gerry Archer
mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 12:57 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I consulted Hursty for my 190D radiator hose and while he wasn't able to get anything other than URO I appreciate his effort and will be sending him my business from now on. -Curt -- Chris J

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Craig
On Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:35:25 -0400 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Yeah, but, sometimes, ya need to talk to somebody who knows the territory, a la Professor Harold Hill. ;) Professor Harold Hill? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Randy Bennell
On 13/06/2013 5:18 PM, Craig wrote: On Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:35:25 -0400 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Yeah, but, sometimes, ya need to talk to somebody who knows the territory, a la Professor Harold Hill. ;) Professor Harold Hill? Craig ___ From the

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Chris James
Seems to be working fine for me? Also compare with (may be cheaper): http://www.mymercedesparts.com Different dealer, but same interface more shipping options (both UPS FedEx). If you can't find something on either site, let me know. I'll try to help find it.otherwise drop them a note,

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Craig
On Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:23:27 -0500 Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: On 13/06/2013 5:18 PM, Craig wrote: Professor Harold Hill? From the movie and probably stage show - The Music Man - if my memory is accurate. Your memory is accurate.

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Gerry Archer
Try plugging in year, make, and model. Gerry From: Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com Seems to be working fine for me? Also compare with (may be cheaper): http://www.mymercedesparts.com Different dealer, but same interface more shipping options (both UPS FedEx). If you can't find something on

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread WILTON
, 2013 6:18 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order On Thu, 13 Jun 2013 12:35:25 -0400 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Yeah, but, sometimes, ya need to talk to somebody who knows the territory, a la Professor Harold Hill. ;) Professor Harold Hill? Craig

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread WILTON
An ATTABOY with maple leaf cluster goes to the Canadian! Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 6:23 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order On 13/06/2013 5:18 PM, Craig wrote

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread WILTON
Thnks, Craig. Wilton - Original Message - From: Craig diese...@pisquared.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 7:00 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order On Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:23:27 -0500 Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: On 13

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Chris James
You right, it won't show the early 80's models. So you'd need a part No. See if you can identify the part you need here? http://www.mbpartsworld.com/showAssembly.aspx?ukey_assembly=1094926ukey_make=1103ukey_model=16069modelYear=1983ukey_trimLevel=20570searchString=vacuum On 6/13/2013 4:56

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-13 Thread Gerry Archer
Found it! Thanks. Gerry - Original Message - From: Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, June 13, 2013 7:39 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order You right, it won't show the early 80's models. So you'd need a part No. See

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Rich Thomas
I think it is time to give up on this guy. For whatever reasons he is unable to get parts from Worldpac and is unable/unwilling to provide even minimal customer service. I'm gonna try to get my money back, with no expectations that will happen. Then try to find another parts vendor... --R

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Will you try PartsBin? If so let us know how it goes. On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 10:28 AM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: I think it is time to give up on this guy. For whatever reasons he is unable to get parts from Worldpac and is unable/unwilling to provide even

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Mitch Haley
Rich Thomas wrote: I think it is time to give up on this guy. For whatever reasons he is unable to get parts from Worldpac and is unable/unwilling to provide even minimal customer service. Maybe he's in the hospital or something, but why can't Kerri tell you if that's the case? Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Randy Bennell
On 12/06/2013 10:44 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: Rich Thomas wrote: I think it is time to give up on this guy. For whatever reasons he is unable to get parts from Worldpac and is unable/unwilling to provide even minimal customer service. Maybe he's in the hospital or something, but why can't

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Crap. This is a business. The customer comes first. Andrew An astereotypical liberal On Wed, Jun 12, 2013 at 11:54 AM, Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: On 12/06/2013 10:44 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: Rich Thomas wrote: I think it is time to give up on this guy. For whatever reasons

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread WILTON
My thoughts, too. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 11:44 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order Rich Thomas wrote: I think it is time to give up on this guy. For whatever

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread WILTON
'Zackly. Wilton - Original Message - From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 11:54 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order On 12/06/2013 10:44 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: Rich Thomas wrote: I think it is time

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Rich Thomas
I got an email from him yesterday saying Worldpac was the problem, having submitted my order 3x they would/could not process it. I, like Kleb, think that is BS, but that is it. --R On 6/12/13 11:54 AM, Randy Bennell wrote: On 12/06/2013 10:44 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: Rich Thomas wrote: I

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Michael Canfield
So ask Rusty..he should be able to check it out on both ends. He DID say to let him know if Trent was not keeping up. Mike On Jun 12, 2013 12:10 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: I got an email from him yesterday saying Worldpac was the problem, having

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Rich Thomas
I sent Trent's email asserting Worldpac issues to Rusty, no response. --R On 6/12/13 2:12 PM, Michael Canfield wrote: So ask Rusty..he should be able to check it out on both ends. He DID say to let him know if Trent was not keeping up. Mike On Jun 12, 2013 12:10 PM, Rich Thomas

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Rusty Cullens
@okiebenz.com Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I sent Trent's email asserting Worldpac issues to Rusty, no response. --R On 6/12/13 2:12 PM, Michael Canfield wrote: So ask Rusty..he should be able to check it out on both ends. He DID say

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Message- From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net Sender: Mercedes mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:46:53 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread WILTON
@okiebenz.com Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I sent Trent's email asserting Worldpac issues to Rusty, no response. --R On 6/12/13 2:12 PM, Michael Canfield wrote: So ask Rusty..he should be able to check it out on both ends. He DID say

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Mountain Man
A pity for all of us, including Trent. Thanks for your tremendous help for many years, Rusty. It might be some personal/family emergency. In which case, none of us would be handling business. mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread WILTON
Whatever helps. Can we talk to Rusty on it? ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 7:30 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order Ok so now what? Lets just put a worldpac

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread WILTON
My thoughts, too, on the pers/family emergency. That's why I keep trying to give 'em a chance. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 8:27 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread WILTON
give 'im a chance, that is. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 8:40 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order My thoughts, too, on the pers/family emergency. That's why I keep

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Rich Thomas
: [MBZ] 31 May order I sent Trent's email asserting Worldpac issues to Rusty, no response. --R On 6/12/13 2:12 PM, Michael Canfield wrote: So ask Rusty..he should be able to check it out on both ends. He DID say to let him know if Trent was not keeping up. Mike On Jun 12

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I sent Trent's email asserting Worldpac issues to Rusty, no response. --R On 6/12/13 2:12 PM, Michael Canfield wrote: So ask Rusty..he should be able

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Rusty Cullens
...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 9:05 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order Well I am thinking about seeing if it would be feasible to setup an account that would just be a plugin to order online. I am not interested

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order Well I am thinking about seeing if it would be feasible to setup an account that would just be a plugin to order online. I am not interested at this time of doing phone orders and all that. It may not be possible but if it is I would set something up

Re: [MBZ] 31 May order

2013-06-12 Thread G Mann
...@okiebenz.com Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:46:53 To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 31 May order I sent Trent's email asserting Worldpac issues to Rusty, no response. --R On 6/12/13 2:12 PM, Michael Canfield