Very nice. Thanks for that reference. I've got to weigh what I do to this car based on what I'm going to do with it. I don't want to sink a bunch of money into it at this point. I'm pretty well resigned that it's far too nice to sell to my oldest son, as he'll literally trash it. That would really bum me out big time.
It's nice enough that I would like to keep it, but the cost of doing so is mildly painful with Florida insurance being what it is. The only mitigating factor is the potential moving on of my youngest, who graduates from college next month. Once he's paying his own way I could potentially keep it and be ahead of the game somewhat once his car is off my policy. Hmmm.... Sent from my iPad > On Nov 17, 2016, at 12:32 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > Cibies are better than Hellas. But both are significantly better than > sealed beams, so its up to you if you want to spend the extra $$. > > If it were me, I'd put Cibies and these bulbs: > http://store.candlepower.com/64205.html > > > Jaime > > > On Thu, Nov 17, 2016 at 9:34 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> > wrote: > >> Thanks, Jaime! I looked at a set on Stern's web site the other day and >> they were lots more. I haven't really done anything since then. Cosmetics >> are low on the list right now, I want to get all the mechanicals sorted >> first. >> >> Mitch, are the Hellas functionally the same? The Cibies do not come with >> lamps, but quality lamps are cheap. Just like you to come up with a cheaper >> alternative. Thank you! >> >> I've got everything necessary for relay upgrades, too. I was thinking >> about doing it on the W126, but the Euro headlights do such a great job I >> don't really feel the need to do relays on it so maybe I'll do them on the >> W123. And it's got the nice relay box on the inner fender that makes for a >> really clean installation, too. >> >> On a sort of related note, I was able to determine that the rockers are >> painted DB-129, which is a dark gray color. Again, this is low on the list, >> but is a cheap and easy thing that will really enhance the visuals of the >> car. >> >> Dan >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >>> On Nov 17, 2016, at 9:11 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>> >>> I used to buy Hellas in the 1980s, they were about $20 each when the >> Cibies were >>> $25. Now they're $30 with bulb and free shipping. >>> E-Code lamps were far better than DOT, I bought Marchal once for a Saab >> 900 when >>> they were $5 cheaper than 6x8 Hella and didn't notice any difference. >>> Do Cibies still come with 55/60W bulbs? >>> >>> Mitch. >>> >>>> On November 17, 2016 at 8:37 AM Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes >>>> <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>>> >>>> >>>> Hi Dan, >>>> >>>> 7" Cibies are available from Amazon: >>>> https://www.amazon.com/Cibie-082440-82440-Light-Unit/dp/ >> B008DQV88Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479389808&sr=8-1&keywords=cibie+082440 >>>> >>>> The price has gone up a bit, but its cheaper than other sources. >>>> >>>> Jaime >>>> >>>> >>>> On Wed, Nov 16, 2016 at 9:49 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> >>>> wrote: >>>> >>>>> Jon, >>>>> >>>>> Where did you get your Cibie headlamps, and what did they cost, if I >> might >>>>> ask? >>>>> >>>>> Fluid filmed? Is this for the undercarriage? >>>>> >>>>> Stanadyne is good stuff, I prefer RedLine Diesel Fuel Catalyst, but >> I've >>>>> used both. After a first dose of one bottle you only need an ounce per >>>>> tank fill. It does wonderful things for lubricity and isn't expensive, >>>>> around $10-$11/bottle around here, which is 12 tanks of fuel, about a >> buck >>>>> a tank. I can find it on the shelf at PepBoys for that, which is >> cheaper >>>>> than buying a case online. >>>>> >>>>> I love Desert Red, especially with a Palimino interior. >>>>> >>>>> Wrenching on these older cars is far more satisfying than working on >> the >>>>> later stuff. It's simple, things are relatively easy to access and >> there's >>>>> no dealing with electronics, it's all analog. I am really enjoying >> working >>>>> on my W123 and W126, almost daily looking for reasons to tinker rather >> than >>>>> avoid like with the W140s... >>>>> >>>>> Dan >>>>> >>>>> Sent from my iPad >>>>> >>>>>> On Nov 16, 2016, at 8:23 AM, Jon Agne <jonag...@gwi.net> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Bravo! I love days like that! >>>>>> >>>>>> There really is nothing quite so enjoyable than wrenching on my W123 >> and >>>>> W108. Ive just gotten Karl back from the paint shop after Dimitri >> worked >>>>> some of his welding magic on my right rear quarter panel. I had the >> whole >>>>> car sprayed in a very nice “driver” job (against Dimitri’s wishes) in >> the >>>>> original color “Desert Red.” It looks fantastic. The car had 2 colors >>>>> before due to a incident with a motorcycle 25 years ago on that right >> rear >>>>> quarter, and the original paint was so thin you could see primer in >> places. >>>>>> >>>>>> I’ve just installed new Cibie headlamps (kept the original wattage on >>>>> the bulbs) and I cannot believe the difference. Today, I’ll replace >> the >>>>> left fog light (corroded reflector) with one I purchased on eBay. The >>>>> windshield guy is also coming today to replace the original and the >> trunk >>>>> seal. Yes, I have the MB seals….I learned that lesson a long time ago. >>>>> Thank you, Jaime. >>>>>> >>>>>> Later this week I’ll get the car fluid filmed (in all the right >>>>> places). I used to do this, but my friend has a gun and shoots out of >> a >>>>> 5-gallon can with the car on a lift. Painless!!! >>>>>> >>>>>> Diesel Purge is great stuff. I always fill the new fuel filter with >> it >>>>> because I never think to get diesel in advance of working on the car. >>>>>> >>>>>> It’s been warm so far this year, but cold is just around the corner. >> I >>>>> am going to prep small bottles of Howes Diesel Conditioner for winter >> use. >>>>> Thinking of switching to Stanadyne after this bottle is exhausted >>>>>> >>>>>> Happy Wrenching! >>>>>> >>>>>> Jon >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>>> On Nov 15, 2016, at 8:54 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < >>>>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Got home from work, took care of some domestic stuff, starting the >> oil >>>>> sucker before I began. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Changed oil (Delo 400 LE 15W40) and installed a Mann oil filter. >> There >>>>> was a spare Mann filter with the car, but when I took it out of the >> box and >>>>> inspected it the bottom rolled edge of the metal part was rusted or >>>>> corroded. No way I was putting that into the engine, so my shelf spare >>>>> went in. Always good to have a spare! >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Removed the air cleaner and found one of the buffers broken. The >> metal >>>>> cups/heat shields were all still there, which was nice to see. I used >> one >>>>> of my $6.00 M119 air cleaner buffers (MB part #1039880111, $6.00 list) >> that >>>>> I suspected were the same and it was. It’s possible they’re slight >>>>> slightly taller than the W123 part, but that would be the only >> difference. >>>>> Someone had already trimmed the inlet elbow edge off, so the sealing >> ring >>>>> came out easy and was still nice and pliable, so no need to replace it. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> With the air cleaner out, I pulled the banjo bolt on the back of the >>>>> intake out and cleaned it. It was pretty clear with just a little bit >> of >>>>> crud in it. This car will stand up on it’s hind legs without hardly any >>>>> effort so I’m sure the line isn’t plugged, but I’ll check it this >> weekend >>>>> when I have more time. I also noticed the ALDA is still sealed. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> O-ring on the air cleaner drain tube could stand to be replaced - >> it’s >>>>> NLA, but the oil dipstick O-ring is the same size and it’s still >>>>> available. Another item for the parts list to call in tomorrow. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Changed the two O-rings on the filter tube (thanks, Curley!) and got >>>>> four quarts in through the filter housing. Put the new Mann filter in >> and >>>>> closed things up. Got another two quarts into it to hit the mid point >> of >>>>> the dipstick and all was well. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Cleaned the battery terminals and ground cable. Put some protective >>>>> goo on the terminals. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Took it for a quick ride up to Advance Auto to pick up an online >> order >>>>> for some rust neutralizer I had sitting there. Ran great with no >> problems. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Some observations: >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Vacuum levers on the throttle linkage on the top of the valve cover >> are >>>>> nearly worn away. I wonder if they’re still available? >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Cigar hose is cracked right near where it connects to the filter >>>>> housing. Not leaking, but the hose is pretty hard. Another parts >> order >>>>> item. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Would like to find one of the “flat” one piece breather tubes to >>>>> replace the awful conglomeration of tubes, rubber elbows, clamps, etc. >> that >>>>> are in place now. I remember well when MB came out with the one piece >> flat >>>>> rubber tube - it’s still in the EPC but doesn’t appear to be available >> any >>>>> longer. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Spring for holding power steering filter in place is gone. Another >>>>> item for the morning’s parts order. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Just got a can of Diesel Purge tonight in UPS. I was going to do a >>>>> purge and fuel filters tomorrow, but with the cigar hose in >> questionable >>>>> condition I may wait until I have the new hose. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Rockers are faded. I’m wondering what color paint they were? They >>>>> weren’t black, more of a dark gray. Easy/cheap fix and makes it look >> much >>>>> nicer. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Enough for the day. Time to play with Kitty and turn in. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> Dan >>>>>>> _______________________________________ >>>>>>> http://www.okiebenz.com >>>>>>> >>>>>>> To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ >>>>>>> >>>>>>> To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: >>>>>>> http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________ >>>>> http://www.okiebenz.com >>>>> >>>>> To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ >>>>> >>>>> To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: >>>>> http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com >>>> >>>> >>>> -- >>>> Jaime Kopchinski >>>> http://www.jaimekop.com/ >>>> _______________________________________ >>>> http://www.okiebenz.com >>>> >>>> To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ >>>> >>>> To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: >>>> http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com >>> >>> _______________________________________ >>> http://www.okiebenz.com >>> >>> To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ >>> >>> To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: >>> http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com >>> >> >> >> _______________________________________ >> http://www.okiebenz.com >> >> To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ >> >> To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: >> http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com >> >> > > > -- > Jaime Kopchinski > http://www.jaimekop.com/ > _______________________________________ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
