Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
You might want to look at that tranny then if you cant feel the shifts. Soft shifts mean slipping which means wearing out the tranny. They should be somewhat firm but not neck breaking firm. LarryT wrote: Hi Rick - Ditto what the others said - Ilike mine so much I may find another someday -- my wife drives this one all the time. Try to find the best one possible - naturally - mine had 100k when I bought it and I still had to do some tweaking. But the nicer the better - My engine starts instantly and since putting Mobil Synthetic ATF in the tranny it shifts so smoothly I can barely feel it shift! I'm amazed every time I drive it! I timed it last night and saw 0-60 in 13-14 sec. so it seems things ate right. Toss up between a W124 and a 86/87 SDL. But since the W124 is a known entity I'm tempted to go with that -- Good Luck - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL #2, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 84 190D 2.2 #2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
yes, yes you do, or 2 or 3 of each. OK Don wrote: They are different cars, each special in it's own way. You need one of each. On 10/22/06, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: toss-up = no question, I'd take the SDL every time, just for the rear space and trunk space. Plus I've always wanted an S-Klasse. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL #2, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 84 190D 2.2 #2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
damn, Im still kicking myself over that one. But, as I told you, the only reason I let you have it is because I knew you were looking for one, and you would actually appreciate it. And, you are keeping your eyes open for other deals for me. Luther Gulseth wrote: UH HUH. Got me one for a good price that needs head work. Yeehaww!!! -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL #2, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 84 190D 2.2 #2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
Rick, I doubt you will live to regret buying a W124 300D 2.5t. Mine is one of the finest cars I have driven in the past 4+ year. I drive mine between 80 and 85+ miles an hour on the interstate and still get 31 mpg-great handling car as well. Good luck and enjoy. Dwight PS-maybe you should sell me your 300CD so it will make you feel better about this purchase. Dwight Giles, Jr 1979 240D auto, 250K + + miles-Green Goddess 1990 300D 2.5t, 135K miles-The Princess Wickford, RI Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick Knoble Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2006 7:47 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Another Benz? Looks like I am gonna buy another diesel Benz, this time a 2.5 turbo W124. WTF is the matter with me? I am nuts? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT '92 E300D (pending) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
You're contemplating buying one of the best (if not the best) E-class sedans made. Feel proud. I own one and haven't regretted it for a minute. Cruises at 80-85 without complaint (except from the police), rock solid handling, and no * computer. Fit it with sheepskins and roll. Might you want to sell me that 190D or the 300CD? -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 286Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
That's ok, I'm soon to be in posession of another diesel Benz. A parts car that I'll drive home.. Then maybe another 300CD. On Sat, 21 Oct 2006 18:47:02 -0500, Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Looks like I am gonna buy another diesel Benz, this time a 2.5 turbo W124. WTF is the matter with me? I am nuts? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT '92 E300D (pending) -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '87 300SDL (270,491 mi) head case? '83 300SD (241 kmi) '82 300CD (162 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) needs MAJOR engine work
Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
go for it! - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2006 7:47 PM Subject: [MBZ] Another Benz? Looks like I am gonna buy another diesel Benz, this time a 2.5 turbo W124. WTF is the matter with me? I am nuts? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT '92 E300D (pending) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
Hi Rick - Ditto what the others said - Ilike mine so much I may find another someday -- my wife drives this one all the time. Try to find the best one possible - naturally - mine had 100k when I bought it and I still had to do some tweaking. But the nicer the better - My engine starts instantly and since putting Mobil Synthetic ATF in the tranny it shifts so smoothly I can barely feel it shift! I'm amazed every time I drive it! I timed it last night and saw 0-60 in 13-14 sec. so it seems things ate right. Toss up between a W124 and a 86/87 SDL. But since the W124 is a known entity I'm tempted to go with that -- Good Luck - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2006 7:47 PM Subject: [MBZ] Another Benz? Looks like I am gonna buy another diesel Benz, this time a 2.5 turbo W124. WTF is the matter with me? I am nuts? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT '92 E300D (pending) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.408 / Virus Database: 268.13.9/490 - Release Date: 10/20/2006
Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
toss-up = no question, I'd take the SDL every time, just for the rear space and trunk space. Plus I've always wanted an S-Klasse. On 10/22/06, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Rick - Ditto what the others said - Ilike mine so much I may find another someday -- my wife drives this one all the time. Try to find the best one possible - naturally - mine had 100k when I bought it and I still had to do some tweaking. But the nicer the better - My engine starts instantly and since putting Mobil Synthetic ATF in the tranny it shifts so smoothly I can barely feel it shift! I'm amazed every time I drive it! I timed it last night and saw 0-60 in 13-14 sec. so it seems things ate right. Toss up between a W124 and a 86/87 SDL. But since the W124 is a known entity I'm tempted to go with that -- Good Luck - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, October 21, 2006 7:47 PM Subject: [MBZ] Another Benz? Looks like I am gonna buy another diesel Benz, this time a 2.5 turbo W124. WTF is the matter with me? I am nuts? Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT '92 E300D (pending) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.408 / Virus Database: 268.13.9/490 - Release Date: 10/20/2006 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 286Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
They are different cars, each special in it's own way. You need one of each. On 10/22/06, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: toss-up = no question, I'd take the SDL every time, just for the rear space and trunk space. Plus I've always wanted an S-Klasse. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK The Americans will always do the right thing... after they've exhausted all the alternatives. Sir Winston Churchill '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager
Re: [MBZ] Another Benz?
UH HUH. Got me one for a good price that needs head work. Yeehaww!!! On Sun, 22 Oct 2006 14:09:52 -0500, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: toss-up = no question, I'd take the SDL every time, just for the rear space and trunk space. Plus I've always wanted an S-Klasse. On 10/22/06, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Rick - Ditto what the others said - Ilike mine so much I may find another someday -- my wife drives this one all the time. Try to find the best one possible - naturally - mine had 100k when I bought it and I still had to do some tweaking. But the nicer the better - My engine starts instantly and since putting Mobil Synthetic ATF in the tranny it shifts so smoothly I can barely feel it shift! I'm amazed every time I drive it! I timed it last night and saw 0-60 in 13-14 sec. so it seems things ate right. Toss up between a W124 and a 86/87 SDL. But since the W124 is a known entity I'm tempted to go with that -- Good Luck - -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '87 300SDL (270,491 mi) head case? '83 300SD (241 kmi) '82 300CD (162 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) needs MAJOR engine work
