Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
Did brakes on my Galant and lower radiator hose on Diamante this weekend. No beer, but rest was close enough. *sighs* And since I'm typing and in a complaining mood anyway still need a radiator, as the cause of the blown hose was the corrosion in the radiator to begin with, which probably means I might as well go ahead and change the water pump and thermostat, for good measure since corrosion is in engine block and heater core as well better replace core and all other hoses. Wonder if I can pressure wash the block with fresh coolant / water before allowing what is currently in block into new core and radiator. Maybe I'd better pay to have it done, ay? On 2/7/06, Brian Baker [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sigh...been there!!! Brian from Columbia MO. - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, February 07, 2006 5:13 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny OIL CHANGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR WOMEN: ___ http://www.striplin.net 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://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
Wonder if I can pressure wash the block with fresh coolant / water before allowing what is currently in block into new core and radiator. Maybe I'd better pay to have it done, ay? You could do a Prestone flush (alkaline) (removes oils) followed by a citric acid flush (ala MB) (removes scale) then flush with LOTS of water SEVERAL times. My 2¢ Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
On Wed, 8 Feb 2006 21:49:57 -0500 Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You could do a Prestone flush (alkaline) (removes oils) followed by a citric acid flush (ala MB) (removes scale) then flush with LOTS of water SEVERAL times. My 2¢ Rick Knoble Out of curiousity, what kind of pump would I use to circulate the Prestone and Citric Acid? WATER and citric acid. I'm assuming (and we all know how destructive that can be) that I will have removed the radiator and heater core by this point, as I know at least the radiator can not be saved. (Thing leaks like pasta in a collander) Or do I need to try and run this through the entire existing system? Before replacement parts are ready to be installed? Though that seems like it would flush scale from places that are going to be scraped anyway should a google of radiator flush help here, or do I need more info? I'm in a similar situation (though my radiator doesn't leak), and I'm going to flush the system with the old radiator installed and then change over to the new radiator. You want to put in the citric acid and water and then run the engine. Craig
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
Quick Google yielded a MBZ part number for Citric Acid Powder? From: John Marks ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) Date: Thu 12 Sep 2002 - 10:35:04 EDT Next message: Carl Ileka: RE: SPAM!!! Previous message: Mike Aube: Re: Re: A small Peugeot adventure In reply to: Mike Aube: Re: Re: A small Peugeot adventure Messages sorted by: [ date ] [ thread ] [ subject ] [ author ] On 9/12/02 10:04 AM, Mike Aube [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The lemon juice is Citric Acid powder sold by Mercedes-Benz. A member on this list mentioned it this summer and I went and bought some. There is no part number on the bottle and no instructions. The first time I used it, I dumped the whole bottle in (27.00$ worth cdn) and wasn't too impressed with it although there was better improvement with it then any other product. For the drive, I added three table spoons worth, within a 100 kms, you should see the mud in there, it really moved stuff around and no more running hot or gurgling on shut down. Hi- The MBZ Part No. for Citric Acid is 000-989-10-25. The procedure is to drain and flush the system and then refill with water and the acid powder dissolved in 1 qt. or liter of warm water. You then have to get it up to operating temperature and hold it there for 20 to 30 minutes while running the heater. WARNING: If the only thing between your system and leaking is calcium buildup, this will remove the calcium, and you will get leaks! If you really want to go crazy, MBZ has a separate de-oiler product that removes oil and grease from your cooling system: 001-986-21-71 WARNING: After using either or both of these products, you MUST flush at least three times with clean water, running the system to operating temperature for 20 to 30 minutes with the heater on. Residue from either will prematurely age new antifreeze coolant. Done right, either is a half-day job, both eat up a whole day, and also generate a lot of waste water, which is why the dealers never do it, they just use the machine which allegedly pushes in new coolant and pushes out the old coolant. My one experience with that was a never again. The idiot kid the dealer had running the machine didn't know that you had to open up the heater core valves, so the new coolant was contaminated with 1.5L of old. At that point I said let me do this myself and right. I am mulling over doing it again and putting in the Xerex Extend that you put in full strength and is good for three years. Ciao, __ John Marks John Marks Records: http://www.jmrcds.com Free newsletter on culture and the arts: http://www.topica.com/lists/jmrcds -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
On Wednesday, February 8, 2006, at 08:05 PM, Ed Booher wrote: .. still need a radiator, as the cause of the blown hose was the corrosion in the radiator to begin with, which probably means I might as well go ahead and change the water pump and thermostat, for good measure since corrosion is in engine block and heater core as well better replace core and all other hoses. Wonder if I can pressure wash the block with fresh coolant / water before allowing what is currently in block into new core and radiator. Maybe I'd better pay to have it done, ay? Huh? Is your cooling system loaded with lye or muriatic acid or sumpin? Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
On 2/9/06, John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Huh? Is your cooling system loaded with lye or muriatic acid or sumpin? Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am It's loaded with something :) It's a beautiful sea foam blue green color both inside and outside the radiator. -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
On Wednesday, February 8, 2006, at 09:49 PM, Ed Booher wrote: Out of curiousity, what kind of pump would I use to circulate the Prestone and Citric Acid? I'm assuming (and we all know how destructive that can be) that I will have removed the radiator and heater core by this point, as I know at least the radiator can not be saved. (Thing leaks like pasta in a collander) Or do I need to try and run this through the entire existing system? Before replacement parts are ready to be installed? Though that seems like it would flush scale from places that are going to be scraped anyway should a google of radiator flush help here, or do I need more info? Maybe you're right, better pay someone to do it. I'll do it for ya. Sounds like you're getting emotionally prepared to donate a couple thousand to your fave mechanic's kid's college fund. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
On 2/9/06, John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Maybe you're right, better pay someone to do it. I'll do it for ya. Sounds like you're getting emotionally prepared to donate a couple thousand to your fave mechanic's kid's college fund. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am Yeah, me and Frank are on a first name basis. Actually, it gets even worse. My dealership loves me so much, that a newer service writer that has only seen me a couple of times in my Green Galant (which is the car that does get seen the most) saw me in this silver Diamante for the first time and knew me by name. Didn't even ask any questions. I handed her the keys to the car, told her I needed the radio code and an oil change, and walked away. Mr. Booher, your car is ready. *sighs* The cashier even said In again? Let's see how much it was today. When the service manager walked me over to pay. (He came in because I was not very happy at the time, and he was trying to smooth things over.) I think I've paid a few tuitions. At least for a semester or two. -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
On Thursday, February 9, 2006, at 03:42 AM, Ed Booher wrote: I think I've paid a few tuitions. At least for a semester or two. I strongly suggest you pay attention here lest you find yourself homeless..s'pose you could live in your broke-down benz. Cooling systems are not that sensitive. Drain the radiator and block, refill, run, do it again then use a proper cooling system flush, following directions along the way. Not even close to rocket science but effective. I think Rusty sells Tang or some other citric powdered drink, there are a few write-ups on the subject. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
On 2/9/06, John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I strongly suggest you pay attention here lest you find yourself homeless..s'pose you could live in your broke-down benz. Cooling systems are not that sensitive. Drain the radiator and block, refill, run, do it again then use a proper cooling system flush, following directions along the way. Not even close to rocket science but effective. I think Rusty sells Tang or some other citric powdered drink, there are a few write-ups on the subject. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am Nah, I don't own a Benz yet. I own three Mitsu's 94 Mitsu Galant LS 94 Mitsu Diamante LS 03 Mitsu Galant ES and just missed a 70 108 in WA but there will be others. -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
On Thursday, February 9, 2006, at 04:11 AM, Ed Booher wrote: Nah, I don't own a Benz yet. I own three Mitsu's Well get you one!! Living in a Mitsubishi is not conducive to cervical spine health. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
On 2/9/06, John Berryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well get you one!! Living in a Mitsubishi is not conducive to cervical spine health. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am *laughs* Ain't that the truth? I actually miss my 56 Bel Air ... I could get *into* the engine bay to work. Mitsu's I can't even get my hands around the engine. -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
I would flush the current system before removing any components. It is a shame that we can't find the old DuPont No. 7 flush anymore. It really worked well on the old iron blocks. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ed Booher Sent: Wednesday, February 08, 2006 8:50 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny On 2/8/06, Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wonder if I can pressure wash the block with fresh coolant / water before allowing what is currently in block into new core and radiator. You could do a Prestone flush (alkaline) (removes oils) followed by a citric acid flush (ala MB) (removes scale) then flush with LOTS of water SEVERAL times. My 2¢ Rick Knoble Out of curiousity, what kind of pump would I use to circulate the Prestone and Citric Acid? I'm assuming (and we all know how destructive that can be) that I will have removed the radiator and heater core by this point, as I know at least the radiator can not be saved. (Thing leaks like pasta in a collander) Or do I need to try and run this through the entire existing system? Before replacement parts are ready to be installed? Though that seems like it would flush scale from places that are going to be scraped anyway should a google of radiator flush help here, or do I need more info? -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil. ___ http://www.striplin.net 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://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
Ed Booher wrote: It's loaded with something :) It's a beautiful sea foam blue green color both inside and outside the radiator. Sounds almost like someone ran low on coolant and topped it up with washer fluid.
Re: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny
Sigh...been there!!! Brian from Columbia MO. - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, February 07, 2006 5:13 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT: oil change humor - quite funny OIL CHANGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR WOMEN:
