Yes, thank you for that web link, Jaime. Bulbs are on order. Jon
> 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
