I don't see Amsoil being any kind of cheaper than Mobil 1.
I can get Mobil 1 15w50 for less than $6 ($5.50 I think) a quart at Autozone,
less at Wal-Mart but I hates Wal-Mart.
Amsoil by comparison (this is all by the quart, bulk is less but the same is
true with 5 quart jugs at Wal-Mart).
5w40 E
Fmiser wrote:
Any of you folk familiar with it?
I know a guy who has one, and I sure as hell wouldn't trust it. The boots are
wafer thin compared to the OE boots.
--
John L. Ervine
1981 240D 4-spd 272+kmi
1980 300TD 183+kmi
1980 300SD 277+kmi
1977 280S 4-spd 81+kmi
1976 350SE 4-spd 163+kmi
For peace of mind go with a good used one or a new one from Rusty.
Neal
Fmiser wrote:
I know about split boots. I've looked at the manual and an axle shaft
and know that I would rather not dis-assemble a joint to put new boots
on.
So that brings me to this product.
http://www.astoria2000.co
Fmiser wrote:
I know about split boots. I've looked at the manual and an axle shaft
and know that I would rather not dis-assemble a joint to put new boots
on.
So that brings me to this product.
http://www.astoria2000.com/main.html
It seems to be a boot that is so flexible that it can be streach
Jim Cathey wrote:
of different mounts they supply). I have exchanged mounts for a 601.91
engine into a 602.91 car and the results were not ideal.
Lighter mounts onto a heavier engine, not too surprised that
might not work too well. But these would be 603 mounts onto
a 602. If there's a remote
I know about split boots. I've looked at the manual and an axle shaft
and know that I would rather not dis-assemble a joint to put new boots
on.
So that brings me to this product.
http://www.astoria2000.com/main.html
It seems to be a boot that is so flexible that it can be streached to
fit over a
I have a 1980 300CD which initially had serious problems with excessive blow-by
and associated oil consumption.
The prescription: Diesel purge, regular Italian tune-ups and drive it like yer
pants are on fire and yer ass is catchin'.
The blow-by is quite likely due to rings which are crapped up
So where is this oil separator? I want to check it out and see what's
goin' on with it. Do the NA cars have the baffle inside the valve cover
too?
Kevin in Hillsboro Oregon
1981 300CD 204K miles, Giesela AKA Granny
Or I'll give you $500 for it and then _I_ will try these things!
(Then I sell it for the big bucks!)
With all of the parts/space/knowledge that you have at your disposal, you
could certainly save this one! It does have a pretty good body and
interior, but it needs the ACC system reworked (PO i
from the valve cover into the air cleaner. It could use some type of
oil
separator so that oil "feedback" doesn't gunk up the intake which I'm
sure
it's doing quite well. IF I remove the oil cap for even a second or so
It's already got one, doesn't it? Whether it's working correctly or
not
of different mounts they supply). I have exchanged mounts for a 601.91
engine into a 602.91 car and the results were not ideal.
Lighter mounts onto a heavier engine, not too surprised that
might not work too well. But these would be 603 mounts onto
a 602. If there's a remote chance they'll wor
Same one I'd posted from Craigslist. Close enough to me and cool enough that if
somebody was seriously interested I'd go check it out.
-Curt
Date: Tue, 1 Aug 2006 06:26:34 -0700
From: Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: [MBZ] FWD diesel mercedes FS
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Mes
Jim - Your experience caused pangs of memory lane experiences. Glad you are
still able to fix them yourself - and good luck with all of them. Put 2 oz
of oil in my AC and it is doing a bit better. Quiets down almost totally at
1k rpm, though still a bit of noise at idle. My son will be back fro
After a well needed year off we are going to have our annual (almost)
BuyMBparts cookout. This will be our 7th event. Once again we will have
all the food & beverage you can handle. We have never run out in 6
attempts, even with the crowd growing year by year. Bring your cars,
spouses, significa
Jim Cathey wrote:
While putting in the baby seat I (re-)noticed the missing black
plastic cover of the driver's-side rear seat belt track bolt. Put it
on the list too!
On the way to the alignment place the car, whose low-fuel light was
on, started sputtering. I pulled off the freeway and dumpe
Robert & Tara Ludwick wrote:
I've been using Amsoil for about 27 years ( well before Mobil even came
out with their first test version synthetic that cooked a bunch of
peoples engines that everyone has since forgot about ). Great stuff.
Just don't get their gear oil on your clothes, it doesn't
Ditto, yes I'm a dealer too but I was using it before I became one. I
run it in all my vechices and on my 97 Dodge Ram3500 w/Cummins TD I
have over 222k miles on it with over 180k on the same oil. I have a
dual bypass filter assy. and I sample about every 14k miles.
Amsoil does buy from Mobil and
Or maybe the hot wrench instead of the cold wrench.
--R
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Got my water pump package from Rusty and decided to attack that yesterday. Got new bushings for the alternator and a fresh belt. Figured I should while I was in there. Got the fan off, and went to work on loosen
Robert & Tara Ludwick wrote:
>
> I've been using Amsoil for about 27 years ( well before Mobil even came
> out with their first test version synthetic that cooked a bunch of
> peoples engines that everyone has since forgot about ).
M1 was available in the 1970's, I believe it was introduced aroun
I've been using Amsoil for about 27 years ( well before Mobil even came
out with their first test version synthetic that cooked a bunch of
peoples engines that everyone has since forgot about ). Great stuff.
Just don't get their gear oil on your clothes, it doesn't wash out well.
Their diesel o
While putting in the baby seat I (re-)noticed the missing black
plastic cover of the driver's-side rear seat belt track bolt. Put it
on the list too!
On the way to the alignment place the car, whose low-fuel light was
on, started sputtering. I pulled off the freeway and dumped in my
2-gallon ca
It is a lot easier to order them from Rusty.
At 11:52 AM 8/1/2006, you wrote:
Been there dealing with the idiot at the parts counter. Chris Goodwin,
who does Frybrid worked on the car and he was able to get the parts for
the IP. Even gave me the part numbers so that I could order them at the
Been there dealing with the idiot at the parts counter. Chris Goodwin, who
does Frybrid worked on the car and he was able to get the parts for the IP.
Even gave me the part numbers so that I could order them at the Stealership.
Took four visits with the parts idiots to get the final order pla
Got my water pump package from Rusty and decided to attack that yesterday. Got
new bushings for the alternator and a fresh belt. Figured I should while I was
in there. Got the fan off, and went to work on loosening the 10mm bolts
holding it on. Plenty of Kroil and some smacks on the heads to
How about Amsoil?
A friend of mine just got a dealership through them and the prices beat the
heck out of Mobil 1. I hear ALLOT of people around here bragging about how
good Amsoil is but I have yet to try it myself.
Mike
- Original Message -
From: "Rich Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTE
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
MBUSA recently directed their dealers to revise their oil usage as follows:
All AMG models Mobil 1 0W40.
All other models 1998 and later Mobil 1 5W40 EP with changes at 12-13000
miles.
All models 1997 and earlier 15W40 conventional oil.
That sounds like somebody has
Yeah, I was wondering what the best oil to use in my car was, now that
Mobil has changed its products around, and their quarterly profits are
so high. Is there any organic oil from sustainable fields, free-run,
PETA-approved, recovered by happy smiling singing workers with good
health/educatio
Bob Rentfro wrote:
My disclaimer: I do not intend this to turn into an oil thread
Too late!
--
John L. Ervine
1981 240D 4-spd 272+kmi
1980 300TD 183+kmi
1980 300SD 277+kmi
1977 280S 4-spd 81+kmi
1976 350SE 4-spd 163+kmi
1972 220 278+kmi
Well said my MB brother.
As far as the list is concerned, I am on the metiphorical "short bus". I do
lots of asking and taking but little giving.
Most things I try to remember.
I do know one thing...this list has made me look like an Einstein to my
non-list subscribing MB friends.
Rock On!
B
RLE informed us:
" MBUSA recently directed their dealers to revise their oil usage as
follows:
All AMG models Mobil 1 0W40.
All other models 1998 and later Mobil 1 5W40 EP with changes at 12-13000
miles.
All models 1997 and earlier 15W40 conventional oil."
What is Herr Doktor's spin on this
Andrew,
If you mean where did I live??? That would be near Four Corners in
Silver Spring, MD. A way long time before the Beltway, when
University Blvd was Old Bladensburg Road and just two lanes!.
Chuck
On Aug 1, 2006, at 6:46 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote:
Chuck,
What part of the countr
Rusty,
Is it possible to change out the plastic accelerator linkage pivot fittings
on a W124 diesel (60x) to steel fittings like the W123 & other engines?
If possible, how many are needed and what is cost?
Thx -
Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D)
www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and We
you asked:<>
Nope, the Bosio are Italian made and according to Russel, superior to the
Bosch units.
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
Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs
Po
Got home last night with a stinky 190D from all the diesel fuel coming out of
the return lines. It seemed like if I kept it right around 3100 rpm or so the
smell was alot less but any faster and the smell came back. Of course the world
did everything it could (red lights, slow drivers, people cu
Nope, he means Bosio. Check out many long extensive threads on the
Mercedes Shop forums about using these cheaper injector nozzles in
place of Bosch. I think he's a long time contributor over there.
Gary Thompson
1995 E320
Hodwy,
the guy who makes the "Girls Gone Wild" is making 10's if not 100's of
million$! Personally, I don't think his commercials have any business on
TV - a little too graphic IMO.
But Rich is right when he said: <>
There's a *lot* of people on TV doing exactly what Rich suggests - mostly
123 320 07 13
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jeff Zedic
Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 10:07 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Part number for 300TD self-levelling struts
Euan,
Keep in mind that only if someone has the WORL
I look forward to hearing the result, Euan. BTW, as I believe should
have been obvious from my post, I was searching an install from a
WWEPC that did include datacards for eurospec vehicles. Don't recall
offhand whether there was a further option that I may have left
unchecked for markets other
How could "Russel the Diesel Man" in Atlanta not be a protege of Rusty
and/or a member of our own elite group?
He has a lot of neat stuff, including one on injector replacement/repair.
He praises "Bosio nozzles" but I wonder if he means Bosch.
What I really need is a a video on how to change the
Chuck,
What part of the country was that?
On 7/31/06, Rick Knoble <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Thanks Chuck.
Rick Knoble
'85 300 CD
'87 190 DT
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Bob Rentfro wrote:
>
> Mitch noted...maybe confessed:
>
> " (and persecuting attorneys in many states, like Michigan,
> think they can prosecute you for explosives law violations
> if you get caught bursting a plastic bottle)"
>
No confession, I just make a mental note when I read about a pro
It still has a slight miss, but it's using tons of oil too, lots of
blue
smoke puffing out of it. It's been a good experience, but this is
going to
be a case of getting my money back out of it and moving on to another
one
with a sound engine. The glow plugs have been tested and they are
worki
Front wheel drive diesel mercedes for sale on eBay, good in snow?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/
eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220012610714
:-)
-- Jim
Thanks,
Tom Hargrave
256-656-1924
www.kegkits.com
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 1:47 PM
To: Weekly Highway Diesel Prices
Subject: Today's Diesel Prices
** ** **
I haven't changed the oil filter in a while. That's the first place I
checked, and it was still connected there. If the shutoff valve checks out
OK, I'm going to check every line to see if they're all seated tightly in
their fittings and how good they are. I anticipate finding something simpl
rumor has it that kevin wrote:
> I NEVER thought that I would end up with a car that has this
> problem, but old Granny has decided to spring it on me! She won't
> shut off with the key, so I have to use the stop button under the
> hood. Before this, there was a wire under the dash that would
I NEVER thought that I would end up with a car that has this problem, but
old Granny has decided to spring it on me! She won't shut off with the key,
so I have to use the stop button under the hood. Before this, there was a
wire under the dash that would cause the starter to cut in and out if
Every once in a while, I feel like giving the SD credit for holding up as well
as it does. For 21 years old, I would still fearlessly drive it any distance.
It is a great car and I love driving it. The A/C labors a bit under the 100
degree temps and the springs need replaced in the drivers side
> My installation doesn't bring up a datacard for your VIN, Euan, but
> defaults to the generic 123190 catalog for EU/JA. Neither does a
> search for your referenced part # bring any joy. The listed p/n for
> the struts is A 123 320 07 13. Nor is there reference to any p/n's
> that may have bee
rumor has it that Kaleb wrote:
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-diesel-engine-component-identification-video_W0QQitemZ190015332544QQihZ009QQcategoryZ33554QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
>
Did you take a look at his site? www.dieselgiant.com
The couple of repair instructions that I looked at are p
MBUSA recently directed their dealers to revise their oil usage as follows:
All AMG models Mobil 1 0W40.
All other models 1998 and later Mobil 1 5W40 EP with changes at 12-13000
miles.
All models 1997 and earlier 15W40 conventional oil.
RLE
> < engine? Does the 124 factory alarm have the ability to shut down the
> diesel engine?>>
>
Alarms don't shut down anything. They prevent engine starts by opening the
12V source to the starter solenoid. Hence, no starter operation.
RLE
>
>
Kaleb's DVD would be::
"The Golden Benzs:
How To Buy Others Cast-offs For Nada, Strip Them and Turn Them Into Sweet
Moola"
From Okie Publishing (which is not a dry erase board you wise guys)
Bob Rentfro
- Original Message -
From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Merced
We don't have this malady in Canadaenough said?
;-)
Jeff Zedic
Toronto
87 300TD
There's one born every minute.
Bob Rentfro
- Original Message -
From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Mercedes Discussion List"
Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 9:09 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] ?
Im in the wrong business if people are actually stupid enough to buy that
Craig McC
Mitch noted...maybe confessed:
" (and persecuting attorneys in many states, like Michigan,
think they can prosecute you for explosives law violations
if you get caught bursting a plastic bottle)"
Looks like there might be a story with a life learning in there somewhere
Mitch.
Bob Rentfro
'77
rumor has it that Jeff wrote:
> able to help. Information for other regions is hard to come by in
> North Americamainly because we don't actually believe anywhere
> else exists! ;-)
Boy, _THAT'S_ the truth!!! But I thought it was mostly a USA malady.
Maybe that's 'cause I haven't spent enou
You do have to give him credit for using an SDL for the ad photo
On 7/31/06, Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
America is truly a wonderful place. Give a guy a $300 camera and off he
goes, making million$ on ebay. You gotta love it.
--R
--
OK Don, KD5NRO
Norman, OK
"The Americans
what would that be, how to strip a car in less than 24 hours?
Chuck Landenberger wrote:
Kaleb,
When's your video coming out???
Chuck
On Jul 31, 2006, at 9:09 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote:
Im in the wrong business if people are actually stupid enough to
buy that
Craig McCluskey wrote:
On M
Kaleb,
When's your video coming out???
Chuck
On Jul 31, 2006, at 9:09 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote:
Im in the wrong business if people are actually stupid enough to
buy that
Craig McCluskey wrote:
On Mon, 31 Jul 2006 22:56:56 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
http://cgi.
America is truly a wonderful place. Give a guy a $300 camera and off he
goes, making million$ on ebay. You gotta love it.
--R
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-diesel-engine-component-identification-video_W0QQitemZ190015332544QQihZ009QQcategoryZ33554QQrdZ1QQc
Im in the wrong business if people are actually stupid enough to buy that
Craig McCluskey wrote:
On Mon, 31 Jul 2006 22:56:56 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-diesel-engine-component-identification-video_W0QQitemZ190015332544QQihZ009Q
Yea -- some folks don't know that Richarde has moved to Oklahoma.
On 8/1/06, Craig McCluskey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
On Mon, 31 Jul 2006 22:56:56 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-diesel-engine-component-identification-video_W0QQi
On Mon, 31 Jul 2006 22:56:56 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-diesel-engine-component-identification-video_W0QQitemZ190015332544QQihZ009QQcategoryZ33554QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
I guess it's for cluess newbies who don't know about okiebenz.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-diesel-engine-component-identification-video_W0QQitemZ190015332544QQihZ009QQcategoryZ33554QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Marshall Field wrote:
Car is a '81 300TD. Fuse number 8, normally a red one is often replaced by
a blue 25A fuse here in the desert. This is the circuit for the a/c heater
blower. The usual problem is, as the blower motor ages and drags, and heat
soak on start up kicks in and sure enough the fu
On Mon, 31 Jul 2006 12:59:27 -0500 Rich Thomas
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Complete diagnostic and service gauge set for use on air conditioning
> systems with R134A freon.
Yes, but I need a set for R12. Do they still sell those?
Craig
Car is a '81 300TD. Fuse number 8, normally a red one is often replaced by
a blue 25A fuse here in the desert. This is the circuit for the a/c heater
blower. The usual problem is, as the blower motor ages and drags, and heat
soak on start up kicks in and sure enough the fuse blows and there you
Mitch Haley wrote:
> Bob Rentfro wrote:
>> Thanks, Dave...hope my boy child doesn't read this.
>
> I'm not sure what the burst pressure of a plastic soda is,
> but I've seen 2 liter jet boats made from them, pumped up
> to 100psi with a bicycle pump. "Mcguyver bombs" made with
> them are no joke,
Royce Engler wrote:
> I didn't have any windows in the old garage, so I installed the
> window unit in the back door. We rarely opened the back door, but I mounted
> it so that the door could swing with the unit in place (opened inward) I
> used a cheap a/c that was kinda small for the applicatio
Euan,
Keep in mind that only if someone has the WORLDWIDE EPC will they be
able to help. Information for other regions is hard to come by in North
Americamainly because we don't actually believe anywhere else
exists! ;-)
Jeff Zedic
Lost in the wilds of Toronto
87 300TD
Bob Rentfro wrote:
>
> Thanks, Dave...hope my boy child doesn't read this.
I'm not sure what the burst pressure of a plastic soda is,
but I've seen 2 liter jet boats made from them, pumped up
to 100psi with a bicycle pump. "Mcguyver bombs" made with
them are no joke, the plastic shrapnel will put
Thanks, Dave...hope my boy child doesn't read this.
Bob Rentfro
'77 300D 157K
'87 Acura Legend 177K
Still waiting on '72 350SL 78K
Litchfield Park, AZ
- Original Message -
From: "David Brodbeck" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Mercedes Discussion List"
Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 1:56 PM
Rick:
You can make sodas with just the kegs and CO2, no need to ferment them
at all.
You won't have to worry about getting root beer flavor in the "regular"
beer if you aren't making any
Extracts/concentrates are available many places.
Peter
My installation doesn't bring up a datacard for your VIN, Euan, but
defaults to the generic 123190 catalog for EU/JA. Neither does a
search for your referenced part # bring any joy. The listed p/n for
the struts is A 123 320 07 13. Nor is there reference to any p/n's
that may have been superced
You should be able to get one from PGA in Fla for $65...I got an
excellent tande pump for my 124.193 for $120
Jeff Zedic
Toronto
87 300TD
Thanks Chuck.
Rick Knoble
'85 300 CD
'87 190 DT
George wrote:<< I thought I was the only one silly enough to have a fan
on
in my garage.>>
Larry replied:<< HAHAHAHA> I have a 5000btu window AC in my 2 car garage!
;-)
I have a small "1 golf cart" garage and a double carport, so I'm ok when it
rains, and I've got a regular door at one end and a
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