Re: [MBZ] Bilstein Shock Vendor

Behind the seat back. Dan Penoff via Mercedes December 4, 2016 at 5:20 PM Anyone got a good supplier for Bilstein shocks? I just realize the dripping fluid I was seeing around my left rear wheel on the 300D was from a leaking shock. Are the top shock mounting

Re: [MBZ] Bilstein Shock Vendor

Ok good to know. Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 2005 E320 4 matic Wickford RI On Dec 4, 2016 10:41 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Same parts. I have ordered from both, mostly importec, never had a problem > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Dec 4, 2016, at 9:35

Re: [MBZ] Bilstein Shock Vendor

Same parts. I have ordered from both, mostly importec, never had a problem Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2016, at 9:35 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > And quality is,equal? > > Dwight Giles Jr. > 1982 300CD > 2005 E320 4 matic > Wickford RI > > On Dec 4,

Re: [MBZ] Bilstein Shock Vendor

And quality is,equal? Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 2005 E320 4 matic Wickford RI On Dec 4, 2016 10:21 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > FYI the order went to importec this time as they came in cheaper. > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Dec 4, 2016, at 8:11 PM,

Re: [MBZ] Bilstein Shock Vendor

FYI the order went to importec this time as they came in cheaper. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2016, at 8:11 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > > I am putting together a small order and usually fill cart and both importec > and fcp and see which one comes out the cheapest

Re: [MBZ] I simply don't know how to respond

Capital offense Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 2005 E320 4 matic Wickford RI On Dec 3, 2016 11:38 AM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Oh my lord, they seem to have ruined a very valuable car. What do those go > for when not hacked up like this one? > > Sent from

Re: [MBZ] Not only am I a crack head I am also a dumb ass

He could go over to a turkey shoot and be the target --FT On 12/4/16 9:37 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: To justify the added expense of the bomb proof undercarriage the new owner needs to drive through a recreational mine field for kicks. On Sun, Dec 4, 2016 at 7:19 PM, Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] Not only am I a crack head I am also a dumb ass

To justify the added expense of the bomb proof undercarriage the new owner needs to drive through a recreational mine field for kicks. On Sun, Dec 4, 2016 at 7:19 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > Mercedes Benz SEL 1993 >

Re: [MBZ] I have a $5k a month coke habit

"Please email with questions or offers." One question please: "Are you f'n crazy?" --R On 12/4/16 7:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: 1969 Mercedes 220dl http://amarillo.craigslist.org/cto/5902093292.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-iDevice Android:

Re: [MBZ] Bilstein Shock Vendor

I am putting together a small order and usually fill cart and both importec and fcp and see which one comes out the cheapest and am starting to see the fcp catalog is not very accurate and missing items. For example I navigate to engine mounts for my 92 300sd and it has mounts listed and if you

Re: [MBZ] Continental Radio

Huh! I need to check mine, I must have two adapters connected right now... -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On December 4, 2016 8:11:28 PM EST, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >There was a European adapter plugged into the back, which I removed to >find a

Re: [MBZ] Bilstein Shock Vendor

Yeah, FCP Euro is my usual go-to and they are the cheapest by far at about $58/each with free shipping and no tax. Wasn’t sure if there were any other places that might have better deals. Thanks! Dan > On Dec 4, 2016, at 6:40 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] I have a $5k a month coke habit

They need to clean the bug off the center of their camera lens. Dan > On Dec 4, 2016, at 7:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > 1969 Mercedes 220dl > http://amarillo.craigslist.org/cto/5902093292.html > > via cPro for Craigslist > iOS:

Re: [MBZ] Continental Radio

There was a European adapter plugged into the back, which I removed to find a regular connector socket in its place. Looked like this when you remove it: https://www.amazon.com/Radio-Antenna-Cable-Adapters-Connectors/dp/B007POFAYU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8=1480900207=8-4=Car+Antenna+Connector I’m

Re: [MBZ] Antilock warning light

Examine the insulation for both front wheel sensor wires, especially the part in the wheel well. If the insulation looks cracked, replace the sensor. Theoretically you can measure the sensor output as an AC voltage signal, but I had trouble discerning output that was bad enough to make the

[MBZ] Not only am I a crack head I am also a dumb ass

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Re: [MBZ] Continental Radio

How did the antenna connection work out? I had to use an adapter in my 124 wagon, which I'm not too happy with. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On December 4, 2016 4:59:41 PM EST, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >I installed the $10,000 Continental radio

[MBZ] I have a $5k a month coke habit

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Re: [MBZ] Bilstein Shock Vendor

Check importecautoparts.com or fcpeuro Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2016, at 5:20 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Anyone got a good supplier for Bilstein shocks? > > I just realize the dripping fluid I was seeing around my left rear wheel on > the 300D was

[MBZ] Bilstein Shock Vendor

Anyone got a good supplier for Bilstein shocks? I just realize the dripping fluid I was seeing around my left rear wheel on the 300D was from a leaking shock. Are the top shock mounting bolts on the W123 sedan in the trunk or behind the rear seat back? Dan

Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this

Failing that, a poke in the eye with a burnt stick. On Sun, Dec 4, 2016 at 10:37 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/5894749067.html > > Sent from my iPhone > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com >

Re: [MBZ] Compression test results

That is what I am figuring Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2016, at 3:51 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes > wrote: > > #1 is low, but if there was no heat shield in there, it may come back when > you run it a while with one -- should get the carbon out of the rings. >

Re: [MBZ] 603 compression test

On peach parts, a guy posted a method for re-setting a heat shield for re-use. Basically you bend it back to original shape, pushing the center part. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Continental Radio

I installed the $10,000 Continental radio in the W126 today: http://www.ebay.com/itm/331579949120?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Pretty straightforward install considering the instructions are cryptic, to say the least. Gave me the opportunity to straighten out all the wiring

Re: [MBZ] Let the Martha'ing Begin!

Took it easy today to give the body a rest and pay some attention to the W126, who has been feeling neglected of late. Spent some time installing the Mercedes factory W123 rear mud flaps, which were the “mystery item” I mentioned the other day. They arrived yesterday, so I spent a little time

Re: [MBZ] Compression test results

#1 is low, but if there was no heat shield in there, it may come back when you run it a while with one -- should get the carbon out of the rings. Can't be any worse than my 300 D -- I'm afraid to check the compression. Peter ___

Re: [MBZ] Nice Tire Size Calculator

Dan wrote: I like it because it shows speedo error: https://www.tacomaworld.com/tirecalc?tires=195-70r14-205-65r15 Not bad. The graphic of the tire and wheel is a nice touch too. I built a spreadsheet years ago for transmission, speed, tire calculations. I added a tire size tab last

Re: [MBZ] Changing diff fluid

I buy M1 75/90 at Advance Auto all day long for around $10/quart. Dan > On Dec 4, 2016, at 2:51 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > That's about what I paid for Lucas full synthetic at the flaps. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Dec 4, 2016, at 1:21 PM,

Re: [MBZ] Changing diff fluid

That's about what I paid for Lucas full synthetic at the flaps. Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2016, at 1:21 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > This stuff: > http://www.amsoil.com/shop/by-product/gear-lube/75w-90-long-life-synthetic-gear-lube/ > > > On

Re: [MBZ] Changing diff fluid

This stuff: http://www.amsoil.com/shop/by-product/gear-lube/75w-90-long-life-synthetic-gear-lube/ On Sun, Dec 4, 2016 at 12:43 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > What weight? > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Dec 4, 2016, at 10:45 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via

[MBZ] Compression test results

Here is what I got dry/wet 1 310/330 2 320/360 3 340/400 4 360/430 5 370/410 6 360/430 Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] OT: Don't watch if offended by conservative humor

Enjoy! Wouldn't work on my cell phone, had to watch from my PC. http://www.angelfire.com/ak2/intelligencerreport/obama_at_bat.html - Max Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] 603 compression test

No seal/heat shield is going to give you lousy compression. So will putting the pre-chamber from a #14 head into a #17 or #22 -- they don't seal tight at the seal rim at the top. 370 is fine, 270 and it won't start. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

[MBZ] 603 compression test

Ok so I am back on the SDL today installing Bozio nozzles and checking compression, this being the car we discussed last week. I have the injector body for the first one soaking in parts cleaner while checking 1st 2 holes. Engine is stone cold. Both #1 and 2 came up 270 dry, and #1 came up 370

Re: [MBZ] Changing diff fluid

What weight? Sent from my iPhone > On Dec 4, 2016, at 10:45 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > I put Amsoil in. I figure I'll be the last person to do it for a very long > time after I sell a car, so its worth the money. > > Plus their severe duty stuff

Re: [MBZ] Changing diff fluid

Kaleb asks: >‎Also, what oil do you guys use? I use a suction pump similar to what Dan has. It is over 35 years old and still works well. I bought it new (God, I'm old). If I was going to do a lot of them, on a regular basis, I would get a gallon garden sprayer, cut the nozzle end off, slip

Re: [MBZ] Changing diff fluid

I put Amsoil in. I figure I'll be the last person to do it for a very long time after I sell a car, so its worth the money. Plus their severe duty stuff quieted a noisy diff in a W123 I had. Jaime On Sun, Dec 4, 2016 at 10:59 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

[MBZ] Changing diff fluid

Poos posted an oil pump he used for changing the diff fluid. Seems like this would work better. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000BQW5LK/ref=pd_aw_fbt_263_img_2?ie=UTF8=1=3GPWQAHTYTHSXSYP7M71 Also, what oil do you guys use? Sent from my iPhone ___

[MBZ] Somebody needs this

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[MBZ] Nice Tire Size Calculator

I like it because it shows speedo error: https://www.tacomaworld.com/tirecalc?tires=195-70r14-205-65r15 Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] AAA

I started when my oldest child started to drive. I upgraded to the top level when I started driving the antiques long distances. Money well spent as it keeps me in a comfort zone. Jon > On Dec 3, 2016, at 9:48 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > After