Re: [MBZ] 300SD starts sporadically
probably started lockout switch, move the shifter leaver back and forth and see what happens. Dennis Perkins wrote: This weekend I went out to my car, an 84 300SD and when I turned the key I got nothing. I have a new battery in it. The headlights did not dim when I turned the key and I was able to start the car by turning on the ignition and jumping across the terminals in the box on the passenger side of the car under the hood. The next time I tried to start the car it started okay. Now I have to trace what is the problem the next time it happens. My question is when I jump the car through the box under the hood does that bypass the ignition switch? I'm thinking that it must be either the ignition switch or the starter lockout switch on the transmission. Any help would be appreciated. Dennis Perkins 84 300SD ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] No Start Question My poor 240
I was a schoolteacher when you were being potty trained, you little ... :-) On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You need to learn how to read, I didnt say that. LT Don wrote: I do not agree with Kleb's statement that no 240D is worth an engine transplant. On 8/23/05, Brian Chase [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] No Start Question My poor 240
So ... I am pretty sure I know how to read.
Re: [MBZ] 300SD starts sporadically
Kleb, What is a started lockout switch? On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: probably started lockout switch, move the shifter leaver back and forth and see what happens. Dennis Perkins wrote: This weekend I went out to my car, an 84 300SD and when I turned the key I got nothing. I have a new battery in it. The headlights did not dim when I turned the key and I was able to start the car by turning on the ignition and jumping across the terminals in the box on the passenger side of the car under the hood. The next time I tried to start the car it started okay. Now I have to trace what is the problem the next time it happens. My question is when I jump the car through the box under the hood does that bypass the ignition switch? I'm thinking that it must be either the ignition switch or the starter lockout switch on the transmission. Any help would be appreciated. Dennis Perkins 84 300SD ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] No Start Question My poor 240
and you will come back next year as well. LT Don wrote: Uh, yea, apparently so. I blew $150 to come to the OkieQ and all I got was a flat tire. Well, ok, I did come back with a Luther Server CPU so I can't complain. On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: then its comprehension you have a problem with? LT Don wrote: So ... I am pretty sure I know how to read. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] No Start Question My poor 240
You bet your buttocks I will. Wouldn't miss it for anything. Where else can you get that true Claremore Waffle House cuisine? On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: and you will come back next year as well. LT Don wrote: Uh, yea, apparently so. I blew $150 to come to the OkieQ and all I got was a flat tire. Well, ok, I did come back with a Luther Server CPU so I can't complain. On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: then its comprehension you have a problem with? LT Don wrote: So ... I am pretty sure I know how to read. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] No Start Question My poor 240
next time it will be the other waffle house LT Don wrote: You bet your buttocks I will. Wouldn't miss it for anything. Where else can you get that true Claremore Waffle House cuisine? On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: and you will come back next year as well. LT Don wrote: Uh, yea, apparently so. I blew $150 to come to the OkieQ and all I got was a flat tire. Well, ok, I did come back with a Luther Server CPU so I can't complain. On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: then its comprehension you have a problem with? LT Don wrote: So ... I am pretty sure I know how to read. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] Okieque
You aren't allowed to throw stones until you have attended once. On 8/23/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You bet your buttocks I will. Wouldn't miss it for anything. Where else can you get that true Claremore Waffle House cuisine? Not forgetting the grits competition. RLE ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] Using vacuum to set timing
George, You can use vacuum to set a your idle mixture and your timing. Concerning your idle mixture: You adjust your idle mixture down until your vacuum just starts to drop off them you adjust it up until your vacuum just starts to drop off. The correct setting is in the middle of the two. Concerning your timing: You loosen the distributor and move it back forth until the maximum vacuum is reached. Then you lock down the distributor go for a short test drive while listening for detonation. Adjust the timing back test drive until you hear no detonation, then set your timing back another 2 degrees. This may take several test drives. Set your idle speed to where it belongs. Notes: You need to reset your idle mixture after setting your timing. This procedure assumes you are running the correct octane gas for the car its not a fix for running lower grade gas then the engine was designed for. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 1:42 PM To: benz Subject: [MBZ] Using vacuum to set timing Hi all, I have heard of a way to set the timing without a vacuum light. Supposedly it works great for older beasts that the timing marks don't always align. My understanding is, hook up a vacuum gauge and turn distributor until you find the most vacuum then retard it be 2 of vacuum. Anybody try this? I have a simple question. Do you adjust the idle as you move the distributor? or once you have found the most vacuum -2 then set the idle speed? Thanks George
Re: [MBZ] starting a dormant 300D
Alan Duff wrote: My method is to first be sure you have clean fuel in the car. Drain, refill and use the hand pump if necessary. Put a fully charged battery on the car. Use jumper cables to connect another fully charged battery to it. Spray a few shots of WD-40 into the air intake. Turn the glow plugs on and be sure they are working, easy on the '80 model. Heat the glow plugs eight or ten times. Turn the key until the engine starts or the battery drains. Often the engine will fire the cylinders in succession and you may have to hold the key on start until all five cylinders have fired. I find, on both Mercedes and VW diesels I've driven, it's also helpful to hold the accellerator down part way while cranking. 1/4 throttle is usually plenty. The idea is to raise the idle speed enough to keep it from dying until all the cylinders light off, so you should back off as the engine picks up speed. I had a tired VW diesel for a while that would never start cold unless you held 1/2 throttle.
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 175
Curt Raymond wrote: If you lived in a 3rd floor walkup in an area where it got to -20f a couple times a year you'd think different. Ever try to pour 15w40 conventional oil at -20f? Its like thick honey. Mobil 1 5w40 is still oil, which do you think is going to make it to the bearings faster? I don't find it exactly shocking that a 15W oil is thicker than a 5W oil in cold weather!
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
Joe Mendyka wrote: What is my best bet? If I part it out myself, I know that I can get considerably more money. However, this would require me getting involved in a business I know nothing about. While most old cars are worth more as parts than as complete cars, they usually aren't worth *enough* more to pay for the time to disassemble them, ship the parts, and get rid of the carcass afterwards -- unless you have a shop and this is your business. Just my opinion.
[MBZ] OT - was 240D, now Kaleb/LT Don love-fest
Well, at least they didn't fill an entire digest with an exchange about flautulence Message: 11 Date: Tue, 23 Aug 2005 18:41:59 -0500 From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] No Start Question My poor 240 To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii; format=flowed next time it will be the other waffle house Very respectfully, /s/ LCDR Meade M. Dillon, USNR '85 300TD 323k miles (Euro 5spd) '96 Infiniti I30 150k miles (wife's 5spd) '73 Balboa 20 'Sanctification' Charleston SC
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 175
You are missing the point, David. Mobil 1 15-W-50 does NOT get thick at -20F. Those of us who use Mobil 1 were using the 15-W-50 until they came out with the 5-W-40 recently. Trust me, my 240D turned over w/ 15-W-50 as if the outside air temp was summer like. On 8/23/05, David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Curt Raymond wrote: If you lived in a 3rd floor walkup in an area where it got to -20f a couple times a year you'd think different. Ever try to pour 15w40 conventional oil at -20f? Its like thick honey. Mobil 1 5w40 is still oil, which do you think is going to make it to the bearings faster? I don't find it exactly shocking that a 15W oil is thicker than a 5W oil in cold weather! ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] OT - was 240D, now Kaleb/LT Don love-fest
And what if we did. I am an officer and therefore mine doesn't stink. On 8/23/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, at least they didn't fill an entire digest with an exchange about flautulence -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I have a shop, I have employees that I pay $6 an hour to strip cars, costs about $75 to have a car stripped start to finish. It is my business. You're hiring the wrong kind of guys. An experienced gang can do it with five guys in five minutes.
Re: [MBZ] 300SD starts sporadically
Hi Dennis, I started my '85 300TD for a couple of years that way when it refused to start. In fact, I used to carry a short length of battery cable to jump directly from the battery to those terminals. I don't think I ever did any damage. I finally determined that the problem was the solenoid on the starter, the result of buying cheap rebuilt starters at the McParts places. When I figured that out, I bought a brand new Genuwyne Bosch starter that spins the engine faster and starts much better. Haven't had a problem since. Royce Engler 1985 300TD Turbo 265K -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Dennis Perkins Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 3:21 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] 300SD starts sporadically This weekend I went out to my car, an 84 300SD and when I turned the key I got nothing. I have a new battery in it. The headlights did not dim when I turned the key and I was able to start the car by turning on the ignition and jumping across the terminals in the box on the passenger side of the car under the hood. The next time I tried to start the car it started okay. Now I have to trace what is the problem the next time it happens. My question is when I jump the car through the box under the hood does that bypass the ignition switch? I'm thinking that it must be either the ignition switch or the starter lockout switch on the transmission. Any help would be appreciated. Dennis Perkins 84 300SD ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Oh joy! Another oil thread!
To corroborate Dave's statement - the oil analysis on my 300SDL (287,000 miles) at 10,211 miles on Mobil1 indicated 0.5% soot. I'm about to hit another 10k miles, and will get another analysis done. I am VERY impressed with the cold starting of the engines with Mobil1 - having used dino oil for 20 years and having to plug in the block heater before switching. On 8/23/05, Dave M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 1) All Mobil-1 oils can suspend 2% soot, which is when Mercedes recommends changing the oil anyway. 2) Every engine's soot production is different. My 617 engine would reach that 2% limit by 5-7kmi, while my 603's are maybe 1% at 10kmi. You need to test YOUR engine to find out when to change the oil. Changing synthetic every 10-15k vs dino every 5k is actually cheaper when you factor in the cost of filters your time, and if you buy the 5qt jugs at Mall-Wart (of 5W-40) for $20. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 176
I find that it makes a big difference qwhen temps get to or below 20F - even in OK. At 10k miles between changes with 0.5% soot, I don't even look back. On 8/23/05, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Amen and touche. For reasons unknown to me, my 300TD stopped leaking or burning oil after it reached 270 K miles. There is absolutely no reason for me to change its regimen to $Mobil$ $1$. Marshall is right about one thing, however. It's only expensive if people use it a certain way - by purchasing it!! Staring at those cute little four-packs in Advance Auto Parts is both recreational and free! On 8/23/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Very polite response. How many of us live in areas with those extremes? If so, then it makes sense. Just as it makes sense if you live on the edge of the Great Lakes and you park your car outside the garage, and the wind blows right through the radiator, and it's a 100 year cold, and the electricity is out, and the emergency generator won't run the block heater, you might have to look around for alcohol based antifreeze like they used in the old days. If you drive a 20 year old MB, with old seals that will leak more with M1, and it only has 50K left in it before the body rusts off, save the money. M1 isn't for every car. Dino oil has been working very well for the last hundred years. Having said all that and raising some BP's, I use M1 in my new MB because that's what they recommend. I use dino in my older vehicles because.. because.. that's what the manufacturer recommends. Ken In a message dated 8/23/2005 9:33:50 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 175 To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 I might consider using M1 if I lived in a harsher climate (Phoenix or WInnipeg, e.g.) but it doesn't seem cost effective in my situation. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] a NEW strange noise
And I am such a hippie: http://don.homelinux.net/debdon/ But Luther is much less so: http://www.theformulasource.com/images/news/logos/mr_clean.jpg
Re: [MBZ] is diesel dropping?
It's been sitting at $2.43 in OKC for tha last 5 or 6 days. On 8/23/05, Brian Baker [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 2.54 to 2.49 a couple of days ago in central MO. Brian from Columbia MO '82 240D 287,707 as of this p.m. - Original Message - From: LT Don To: Mercedes mailing list Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 5:47 PM Subject: [MBZ] is diesel dropping? Might be a fluke, but one of the stations here in town DROPPED the price of diesel from $2.59 to $2.53 today. -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
Yea, but they have a record. On 8/23/05, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I have a shop, I have employees that I pay $6 an hour to strip cars, costs about $75 to have a car stripped start to finish. It is my business. You're hiring the wrong kind of guys. An experienced gang can do it with five guys in five minutes. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 176
Where do you get your analysis done? Royce Engler 1985 300TD Turbo 265K -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of OK Don Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 9:15 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 176 I find that it makes a big difference qwhen temps get to or below 20F - even in OK. At 10k miles between changes with 0.5% soot, I don't even look back. On 8/23/05, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Amen and touche. For reasons unknown to me, my 300TD stopped leaking or burning oil after it reached 270 K miles. There is absolutely no reason for me to change its regimen to $Mobil$ $1$. Marshall is right about one thing, however. It's only expensive if people use it a certain way - by purchasing it!! Staring at those cute little four-packs in Advance Auto Parts is both recreational and free! On 8/23/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Very polite response. How many of us live in areas with those extremes? If so, then it makes sense. Just as it makes sense if you live on the edge of the Great Lakes and you park your car outside the garage, and the wind blows right through the radiator, and it's a 100 year cold, and the electricity is out, and the emergency generator won't run the block heater, you might have to look around for alcohol based antifreeze like they used in the old days. If you drive a 20 year old MB, with old seals that will leak more with M1, and it only has 50K left in it before the body rusts off, save the money. M1 isn't for every car. Dino oil has been working very well for the last hundred years. Having said all that and raising some BP's, I use M1 in my new MB because that's what they recommend. I use dino in my older vehicles because.. because.. that's what the manufacturer recommends. Ken In a message dated 8/23/2005 9:33:50 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 175 To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 I might consider using M1 if I lived in a harsher climate (Phoenix or WInnipeg, e.g.) but it doesn't seem cost effective in my situation. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Fuel price Mexico
Ya I know the feeling, I got the crud when I went back to the USA last time, ya get used to your own bugs in your own environment. On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This gringo got mighty sick during his visit - wasn't pleasent. DOn't know how the little kids make it past the food -- -- -- On 8/23/05, Don Teresa Merriman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: No no stay there, we like it just the way it is More gringos more changes -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Don Teresa Merriman Market Place Mexico Vacation Rentals Property Administration www.marketplacemexico.com http://www.marketplacemexico.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - was 240D, now Kaleb/LT Don love-fest
You're assuming that they're finished On 8/23/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, at least they didn't fill an entire digest with an exchange about flautulence -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] OT - was 240D, now Kaleb/LT Don love-fest
I am certainly finished. This is SO off topic! On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You're assuming that they're finished On 8/23/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, at least they didn't fill an entire digest with an exchange about flautulence -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
And YOU do't get to sell the parts -- On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yea, but they have a record. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] Fuel price Mexico
Must be the case -- Huatulco was beautifull though! On 8/23/05, Don Teresa Merriman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ya I know the feeling, I got the crud when I went back to the USA last time, ya get used to your own bugs in your own environment. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 176
http://www.youroil.net/ Larry Turner - fellow list member. On 8/23/05, Royce Engler [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Where do you get your analysis done? Royce Engler 1985 300TD Turbo 265K -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
Your in the biz, what is the most profitable chunk you get from any car? When I owned a automotive machine shop in the Pacific NW I purchased used crank shafts , we called them cores, by the flat bed truck 300 hundred at a time out of Texas. I was told the junkers came out of the rust belt, salt on the road, engines shipped to Texas, low cost help, and torn down. The bone yard, oh sorry recycling specialist, made more bucks piecing out the chunks. On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yea, but they have a record. On 8/23/05, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I have a shop, I have employees that I pay $6 an hour to strip cars, costs about $75 to have a car stripped start to finish. It is my business. You're hiring the wrong kind of guys. An experienced gang can do it with five guys in five minutes. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com/ For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com/ For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Don Teresa Merriman Market Place Mexico Vacation Rentals Property Administration www.marketplacemexico.com http://www.marketplacemexico.com
Re: [MBZ] a NEW strange noise
I was going to say skinhead -- -- On 8/23/05, Royce Engler [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Only one thing it could bea redneck! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Luther Gulseth Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 4:57 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] a NEW strange noise a hippie and a. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] a NEW strange noise
Naw, Luther isn't a real skinhead. He'd rather search out a cheap CD on eBay than bust some minority heads. On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was going to say skinhead -- -- -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
I'd try to explain all of this to you, but without a road trip to the OkieQ it would just be like telling a guy who spent his entire life in San Diego what it is like on the Maine coast. It is a Kleb thing. You simply have to experience it to understand.
Re: [MBZ] Good Mercedes Shop in Austin,TX
On Tue, 23 Aug 2005 09:34:31 -0500 Gary Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For older iron, I'd give Austin Autohaus a call: http://www.austinautohaus.com/ How long have they been in business? I never heard of them during the time I was in Austin. Craig
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 176
Taht's how he got me hooked -- -- On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If he offered a list discount I might consider giving him some business. [hint] On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.youroil.net/ Larry Turner - fellow list member. On 8/23/05, Royce Engler [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Where do you get your analysis done? -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
[MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
As suggested, I topped of the power steering reservior with ATF. Noise is still there. Looked at my Performance Parts catalog (sorry Rusty, but/and I just use it to look at parts breakdowns) and there is a part in the steering called the track rod mount that looks (?) like it might have some sort of bearing race in it. Anyone have experience with one of these? It is definitely a metalic sound coming from the steering column. Testing confirmed that I only hear this sound when the wheels are turned to the left, and it does seem to be coming from right behind the dash in the vicinity of the steering column. And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 176
LT Don wrote: If he offered a list discount I might consider giving him some business. [hint] Last fall, he did $5 off on 3 or 4 test kits
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
This happens with the wheel turned just a little past center, half way around, or pegged at the stop? Of course, I have no idea regardless, but we always ask for more information! On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As suggested, I topped of the power steering reservior with ATF. Noise is still there. Looked at my Performance Parts catalog (sorry Rusty, but/and I just use it to look at parts breakdowns) and there is a part in the steering called the track rod mount that looks (?) like it might have some sort of bearing race in it. Anyone have experience with one of these? It is definitely a metalic sound coming from the steering column. Testing confirmed that I only hear this sound when the wheels are turned to the left, and it does seem to be coming from right behind the dash in the vicinity of the steering column. And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] is diesel dropping?
On Tue, 23 Aug 2005 19:20:47 -0500 Brian Baker [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 2.54 to 2.49 a couple of days ago in central MO. Brian from Columbia MO 275.9 one morning last week, now 271.9, SAME PRICE AS REGULAR GASOLINE! Here in northern NM Craig in Los Alamos
Re: [MBZ] Using vacuum to set timing
Cool, Thx Tom, BTW the dealer manual states 91 RON, I read somewhere that 87 octane is 91 RON. Is that correct? Thanks George -- Original message -- George, You can use vacuum to set a your idle mixture and your timing. Concerning your idle mixture: You adjust your idle mixture down until your vacuum just starts to drop off them you adjust it up until your vacuum just starts to drop off. The correct setting is in the middle of the two. Concerning your timing: You loosen the distributor and move it back forth until the maximum vacuum is reached. Then you lock down the distributor go for a short test drive while listening for detonation. Adjust the timing back test drive until you hear no detonation, then set your timing back another 2 degrees. This may take several test drives. Set your idle speed to where it belongs. Notes: You need to reset your idle mixture after setting your timing. This procedure assumes you are running the correct octane gas for the car its not a fix for running lower grade gas then the engine was designed for. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 1:42 PM To: benz Subject: [MBZ] Using vacuum to set timing Hi all, I have heard of a way to set the timing without a vacuum light. Supposedly it works great for older beasts that the timing marks don't always align. My understanding is, hook up a vacuum gauge and turn distributor until you find the most vacuum then retard it be 2 of vacuum. Anybody try this? I have a simple question. Do you adjust the idle as you move the distributor? or once you have found the most vacuum -2 then set the idle speed? Thanks George---BeginMessage--- ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ---End Message---
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
It happens as soon as the wheel is turned left. Not constant. It is as if a set of keys is on top of the steering column (under the dash). On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This happens with the wheel turned just a little past center, half way around, or pegged at the stop? Of course, I have no idea regardless, but we always ask for more information! On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As suggested, I topped of the power steering reservior with ATF. Noise is still there. Looked at my Performance Parts catalog (sorry Rusty, but/and I just use it to look at parts breakdowns) and there is a part in the steering called the track rod mount that looks (?) like it might have some sort of bearing race in it. Anyone have experience with one of these? It is definitely a metalic sound coming from the steering column. Testing confirmed that I only hear this sound when the wheels are turned to the left, and it does seem to be coming from right behind the dash in the vicinity of the steering column. And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] Fuel price Mexico
i would think you become acclimated to it, like one does to all things. and i'm still moving to mexico. just have to figure out which soccer team to support At 10:16 PM 8/23/2005, you wrote: This gringo got mighty sick during his visit - wasn't pleasent. DOn't know how the little kids make it past the food -- -- -- On 8/23/05, Don Teresa Merriman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: No no stay there, we like it just the way it is More gringos more changes -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
Does the turn signal still cancel from a left turn? A little rhythm at no extra cost? On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It happens as soon as the wheel is turned left. Not constant. It is as if a set of keys is on top of the steering column (under the dash). -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
Don, I'll give you $75 and you won't even have to deliver! At 09:53 PM 8/23/2005, you wrote: And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50.
Re: [MBZ] Fuel price Mexico
e-coli are not my freinds -- -- On 8/23/05, JabbaHursty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: i would think you become acclimated to it, like one does to all things. and i'm still moving to mexico. just have to figure out which soccer team to support At 10:16 PM 8/23/2005, you wrote: This gringo got mighty sick during his visit - wasn't pleasent. DOn't know how the little kids make it past the food -- -- -- -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] Using vacuum to set timing
George, RON stands for the calculated octane rating, based on the chemical makeup of the gas. The R in RON stands for research. MON stands for the actual octane rating derived from running the same fuel in a special test engine in a controlled environment. The M in MON stands for motor. The ON stands for, as you probably already know, Octane Rating. In short, modern octane ratings are an average of the two and RON always calculates higher than MON. But you can't say that 87 Octane is the same as 91 RON, it depends on the fuel and how close RON MON are. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 10:10 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] Using vacuum to set timing Cool, Thx Tom, BTW the dealer manual states 91 RON, I read somewhere that 87 octane is 91 RON. Is that correct? Thanks George -- Original message -- George, You can use vacuum to set a your idle mixture and your timing. Concerning your idle mixture: You adjust your idle mixture down until your vacuum just starts to drop off them you adjust it up until your vacuum just starts to drop off. The correct setting is in the middle of the two. Concerning your timing: You loosen the distributor and move it back forth until the maximum vacuum is reached. Then you lock down the distributor go for a short test drive while listening for detonation. Adjust the timing back test drive until you hear no detonation, then set your timing back another 2 degrees. This may take several test drives. Set your idle speed to where it belongs. Notes: You need to reset your idle mixture after setting your timing. This procedure assumes you are running the correct octane gas for the car its not a fix for running lower grade gas then the engine was designed for. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 1:42 PM To: benz Subject: [MBZ] Using vacuum to set timing Hi all, I have heard of a way to set the timing without a vacuum light. Supposedly it works great for older beasts that the timing marks don't always align. My understanding is, hook up a vacuum gauge and turn distributor until you find the most vacuum then retard it be 2 of vacuum. Anybody try this? I have a simple question. Do you adjust the idle as you move the distributor? or once you have found the most vacuum -2 then set the idle speed? Thanks George
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
I'll up the ante to $100, but you do have to deliver -- - the OkieQ is close enough. On 8/23/05, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don, I'll give you $75 and you won't even have to deliver! At 09:53 PM 8/23/2005, you wrote: And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
Yep. Stalk works normally. On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does the turn signal still cancel from a left turn? A little rhythm at no extra cost? On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It happens as soon as the wheel is turned left. Not constant. It is as if a set of keys is on top of the steering column (under the dash). -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
There are a set of bushings inside the steering column. I bet that one of them is scrubbing. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LT Don Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 10:11 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited) It happens as soon as the wheel is turned left. Not constant. It is as if a set of keys is on top of the steering column (under the dash). On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This happens with the wheel turned just a little past center, half way around, or pegged at the stop? Of course, I have no idea regardless, but we always ask for more information! On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As suggested, I topped of the power steering reservior with ATF. Noise is still there. Looked at my Performance Parts catalog (sorry Rusty, but/and I just use it to look at parts breakdowns) and there is a part in the steering called the track rod mount that looks (?) like it might have some sort of bearing race in it. Anyone have experience with one of these? It is definitely a metalic sound coming from the steering column. Testing confirmed that I only hear this sound when the wheels are turned to the left, and it does seem to be coming from right behind the dash in the vicinity of the steering column. And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
Bring me a low mile 190D turbo w/ title + $75 and we can talk trade. On 8/23/05, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don, I'll give you $75 and you won't even have to deliver! At 09:53 PM 8/23/2005, you wrote: And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
$100? I already owe Rusty almost that much for the shutdown valve. Which reminds me -- I've gotta put a check in the mail to him for it. On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'll up the ante to $100, but you do have to deliver -- - the OkieQ is close enough. On 8/23/05, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don, I'll give you $75 and you won't even have to deliver! At 09:53 PM 8/23/2005, you wrote: And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
That is what it sounds like. And that doesn't sound good, since the same Performance Parts catalog that said my shut-down valve was $35 (now $60 from Rusty) says that part is/was about $55, which means that it probably is about $100. Kleb? On 8/23/05, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are a set of bushings inside the steering column. I bet that one of them is scrubbing. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com http://www.kegkits.com -- *From:* [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED] *On Behalf Of *LT Don *Sent:* Tuesday, August 23, 2005 10:11 PM *To:* Mercedes mailing list *Subject:* Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited) It happens as soon as the wheel is turned left. Not constant. It is as if a set of keys is on top of the steering column (under the dash). On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This happens with the wheel turned just a little past center, half way around, or pegged at the stop? Of course, I have no idea regardless, but we always ask for more information! On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As suggested, I topped of the power steering reservior with ATF. Noise is still there. Looked at my Performance Parts catalog (sorry Rusty, but/and I just use it to look at parts breakdowns) and there is a part in the steering called the track rod mount that looks (?) like it might have some sort of bearing race in it. Anyone have experience with one of these? It is definitely a metalic sound coming from the steering column. Testing confirmed that I only hear this sound when the wheels are turned to the left, and it does seem to be coming from right behind the dash in the vicinity of the steering column. And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
[MBZ] Small Rant re: Mercedes Digest, as a Subject
Hey all, It would be appreciated if the Mercedes Digest, etc. Subject Line NOT be used by those receiving the Digest version when replying. Personally, I like to see the Subject defined so I can determine if it is of interest.. Kaleb - Can you reject and define as undeliverable those emails with Mercedes Digest in the Subject line? Small rant and suggestion over Take care and thanks..., Chuck Phoenix, AZ
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
o, those kind of guys. Mitch Haley wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I have a shop, I have employees that I pay $6 an hour to strip cars, costs about $75 to have a car stripped start to finish. It is my business. You're hiring the wrong kind of guys. An experienced gang can do it with five guys in five minutes. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] a NEW strange noise
no, thats toad LT Don wrote: And I am such a hippie: http://don.homelinux.net/debdon/ But Luther is much less so: http://www.theformulasource.com/images/news/logos/mr_clean.jpg ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 3, Issue 176
yea, no joke. Support your poor local list owner. LT Don wrote: If he offered a list discount I might consider giving him some business. [hint] On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.youroil.net/ Larry Turner - fellow list member. On 8/23/05, Royce Engler [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Where do you get your analysis done? Royce Engler 1985 300TD Turbo 265K -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
$100 for a shutoff valve? WOW LT Don wrote: $100? I already owe Rusty almost that much for the shutdown valve. Which reminds me -- I've gotta put a check in the mail to him for it. On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'll up the ante to $100, but you do have to deliver -- - the OkieQ is close enough. On 8/23/05, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don, I'll give you $75 and you won't even have to deliver! At 09:53 PM 8/23/2005, you wrote: And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
you mean this part? http://www.autohausaz.com/catalog/lookup_parts.cfm?SubcategoryID=6061VehicleID=1192980CFID=568173CFToken=31134654 LT Don wrote: That is what it sounds like. And that doesn't sound good, since the same Performance Parts catalog that said my shut-down valve was $35 (now $60 from Rusty) says that part is/was about $55, which means that it probably is about $100. Kleb? On 8/23/05, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are a set of bushings inside the steering column. I bet that one of them is scrubbing. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com http://www.kegkits.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of LT Don Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 10:11 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited) It happens as soon as the wheel is turned left. Not constant. It is as if a set of keys is on top of the steering column (under the dash). On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This happens with the wheel turned just a little past center, half way around, or pegged at the stop? Of course, I have no idea regardless, but we always ask for more information! On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As suggested, I topped of the power steering reservior with ATF. Noise is still there. Looked at my Performance Parts catalog (sorry Rusty, but/and I just use it to look at parts breakdowns) and there is a part in the steering called the track rod mount that looks (?) like it might have some sort of bearing race in it. Anyone have experience with one of these? It is definitely a metalic sound coming from the steering column. Testing confirmed that I only hear this sound when the wheels are turned to the left, and it does seem to be coming from right behind the dash in the vicinity of the steering column. And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
they are cheap, you got screwed, check my last email I sent. LT Don wrote: $80 with shipping. But NO, Kaleb said, Buy a new one, they are cheap. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
Probably an old price list. (cough) On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: they are cheap, you got screwed, check my last email I sent. LT Don wrote: $80 with shipping. But NO, Kaleb said, Buy a new one, they are cheap. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
Yes, that would be the part. Wonder if Rusty matches his competitor's prices? On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: you mean this part? http://www.autohausaz.com/catalog/lookup_parts.cfm?SubcategoryID=6061VehicleID=1192980CFID=568173CFToken=31134654 LT Don wrote: That is what it sounds like. And that doesn't sound good, since the same Performance Parts catalog that said my shut-down valve was $35 (now $60 from Rusty) says that part is/was about $55, which means that it probably is about $100. Kleb? On 8/23/05, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are a set of bushings inside the steering column. I bet that one of them is scrubbing. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com http://www.kegkits.com http://www.kegkits.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of LT Don Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 10:11 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited) It happens as soon as the wheel is turned left. Not constant. It is as if a set of keys is on top of the steering column (under the dash). On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This happens with the wheel turned just a little past center, half way around, or pegged at the stop? Of course, I have no idea regardless, but we always ask for more information! On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As suggested, I topped of the power steering reservior with ATF. Noise is still there. Looked at my Performance Parts catalog (sorry Rusty, but/and I just use it to look at parts breakdowns) and there is a part in the steering called the track rod mount that looks (?) like it might have some sort of bearing race in it. Anyone have experience with one of these? It is definitely a metalic sound coming from the steering column. Testing confirmed that I only hear this sound when the wheels are turned to the left, and it does seem to be coming from right behind the dash in the vicinity of the steering column. And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
well I dont know, its a little late now isnt it? LT Don wrote: Yes, that would be the part. Wonder if Rusty matches his competitor's prices? On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: you mean this part? http://www.autohausaz.com/catalog/lookup_parts.cfm?SubcategoryID=6061VehicleID=1192980CFID=568173CFToken=31134654 http://www.autohausaz.com/catalog/lookup_parts.cfm?SubcategoryID=6061VehicleID=1192980CFID=568173CFToken=31134654 LT Don wrote: That is what it sounds like. And that doesn't sound good, since the same Performance Parts catalog that said my shut-down valve was $35 (now $60 from Rusty) says that part is/was about $55, which means that it probably is about $100. Kleb? On 8/23/05, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There are a set of bushings inside the steering column. I bet that one of them is scrubbing. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com http://www.kegkits.com http://www.kegkits.com From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of LT Don Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 10:11 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited) It happens as soon as the wheel is turned left. Not constant. It is as if a set of keys is on top of the steering column (under the dash). On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This happens with the wheel turned just a little past center, half way around, or pegged at the stop? Of course, I have no idea regardless, but we always ask for more information! On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As suggested, I topped of the power steering reservior with ATF. Noise is still there. Looked at my Performance Parts catalog (sorry Rusty, but/and I just use it to look at parts breakdowns) and there is a part in the steering called the track rod mount that looks (?) like it might have some sort of bearing race in it. Anyone have experience with one of these? It is definitely a metalic sound coming from the steering column. Testing confirmed that I only hear this sound when the wheels are turned to the left, and it does seem to be coming from right behind the dash in the vicinity of the steering column. And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
uhhh, no, its their current price. LT Don wrote: Probably an old price list. (cough) On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: they are cheap, you got screwed, check my last email I sent. LT Don wrote: $80 with shipping. But NO, Kaleb said, Buy a new one, they are cheap. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
I was talking about this sort of stuff with the counter guy at the local import parts shop today. They have an associated German-born wrench who goes to Germany twice a year to buy used cars and used engines, etc., and he just got back and told them the parts prices in North America are now HUGELY higher than in Europe, nothing like he has ever seen in about 8 years of making these trips. Even basics like filters, small items. This leaves us with two alternative conclusions: either the Euro mfrs, including Bosch, are taking the piss out of us in North America so as to subsidize their home operations (nothing new, VW and Audi got away with this for decades), or they are selling their NOW OFFSHORE PRODUCED products at fair market in Europe and gouging here. The parts guy was telling me even the people in the biz are getting concerned as they aren't seeing any benefit from this, in fact the parts stream for cars older than maybe 10 years seems to be choking on even fast-moving parts (supply dries up from time to time, temporarily, for no apparent reason). He said that WorldPac seems to be the worst. They have an account, but have hardly ordered for a year as every time they query, they can hardly believe what they see -- they source elsewhere, though it generally takes a lot longer to get the part. Hurst, you dawn with what this guy is sayin', dude? We're a large geographic market with a small market base to serve, up here in Canada, so it may not be quite the same in the States. Mac [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: $100 for a shutoff valve? WOW LT Don wrote: $100? I already owe Rusty almost that much for the shutdown valve. Which reminds me -- I've gotta put a check in the mail to him for it. On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'll up the ante to $100, but you do have to deliver -- - the OkieQ is close enough. On 8/23/05, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don, I'll give you $75 and you won't even have to deliver! At 09:53 PM 8/23/2005, you wrote: And no, Kleb, it isn't so terminal that I will sell you my 240D for $50. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane.
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
I probably overpayed. But my rule of thumb is to call Rusty. If I find that he has jacked up his prices and is screwing us, then I will go elsewhere. Until then it is nice to know I can pick up the phone and talk to someone who knows my car much better than I do. But of course, sometimes Gary answers the phone. :-)
[MBZ] Clean those condensors radiators!
My electric auxiliary fan had been making more noise than usual this year, so I finally got around to changing it (sure is nice to have a parts car to swipe this stuff from, lol... and, uh, sorry Rusty!) Anyway, I found the mother of all dust bunnies hiding behind the fan: http://www.w124performance.com/images/W124_stuff/condenser_crud.jpg There was a decent amount of bug parts everywhere else too. I picked out all the big stuff, brushed the fins with a toothbrush, un-bent the fins with a small screwdriver, and then blew things clean with compressed air (sorry, forgot to take an after photo.) I had the radiator out this past winter when the engine was pulled so I know things were clean betwixt that and the condenser, but if you have never pulled your radiator, TRUST ME, there is a pile of crap hidden that will shock you. This affects both cooling system performance as well as A/C performance, so it's worth a look! :-) Best regards, -- Dave M. Boise, ID 1994 E500 - 94kmi (Q-ship) 1987 300D - 258kmi (Sportline)
Re: [MBZ] while we are putting crap into our fuel tanks ...
In a message dated 8/20/2005 11:22:54 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I wouldnt recommend doing that. I tried that once and i suspect that is what lead to the death of my engine in my wagon. REALLY Because of the synthetics? I have been doing that for years with regular oil in many kinds of diesel engines. Mike
Re: [MBZ] strange noise (revisited)
That's kind of how it works. MB basically said, '' Lizen you peple, ezer you zell exclusivly to us or ve von't deal vith you. No moore zeling to WD's or rezellers. '' So, some OE companies went along with this because the market share was so small anyway for some older car parts. The Classic centres scooped up what's left and now ignition mods are $3,000.00 CDN for a 560 SEL. Not any better price in the States either. No one else makes them and they can't be fixed from what I'm told. It's either used or new. Simple things like pistons for some cars in some sizes are almost dried up in the reseller market. All this stuff has been subbed over to the Classic centres. MB dealers have to order from them and the discounts are less than on late model parts so you won't see any great pricing. All of this makes it harder for you your guy to get you certain parts at good prices. This only applies to certain parts at certain times but many things have gone up in price 3 or 4 times in the last year or two. I an effort to keep fast moving parts profitable, they moved some production to cheaper labour markets. I call this way of doing things, '' The race to bottom .'' So yeah, you can probably find the part but it might be close the full list price sometimes.
Re: [MBZ] No Start Question My poor 240
In a message dated 8/23/2005 2:08:14 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: So is it Tristar Pete's, or is it Jose's now? Both names are on the front. Jose's is most prominent. Jim In Phoenix
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
In a message dated 8/23/2005 1:31:06 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ah, my cauliflower, 'tis I, ME, who on the weekend picked up a $100 240d in NY, which instead of the rotbucket I expected, turns out to be an ex-VA and MD car with some cosmetics issues and a tired OM616. Told ya you should have made a road trip to NY there Kaleb.LOL. Have fun with it Steve. Mike
Re: [MBZ] Small Rant re: Mercedes Digest, as a Subject
Kaleb, the unsubscribe URL isn't working. Can you please take me off this Banned Light list? I can't keep up with all this bantor about nothing and don't want to anymore. Lt Don...send title Kalebsend check Get me the hell out of here...call me when diesel is back...thanks. On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Truss in the shop for repairs, Chuck? On 8/23/05, Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey all, It would be appreciated if the Mercedes Digest, etc. Subject Line NOT be used by those receiving the Digest version when replying. Personally, I like to see the Subject defined so I can determine if it is of interest.. Kaleb - Can you reject and define as undeliverable those emails with Mercedes Digest in the Subject line? Small rant and suggestion over Take care and thanks..., Chuck Phoenix, AZ ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- John Freer Palm Springs, CA 1992 500 SEL 1985 380SL
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ah, my cauliflower, 'tis I, ME, who on the weekend picked up a $100 240d in NY, which instead of the rotbucket I expected, turns out to be an ex-VA and MD car with some cosmetics issues and a tired OM616. Told ya you should have made a road trip to NY there Kaleb.LOL. Have fun with it Steve. Mike Kaleb, if Mike ever offers you a car, RUN don't walk, dude. I had to listen to my buddy with the tow car/tow dolly make wisecracks about $100 sunken barges all the way down. After he got finished unhooking the driveshaft, he had a lot less to say. Let's put it this way. Canada Customs held us at the border for over two hours, because they would not believe the car could have been bought for $100. Man were they pissed when they had to cave in and only charge duty/tax on the bill of sale price. It's either gonna get an OM616 with a 4 speed, or (outside chance) a turbodeezel. No way I'm going to part it. I just *love* navy blue 123s... don't you, Kaleb? LoL. Thanks again, Mike. Mac
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
In a message dated 8/24/2005 1:49:33 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I just *love* navy blue 123s... don't you, Kaleb? LoL. Thanks again, Mike. Mac Mac, Keep me in mind if you ever find a 123TD with a 3rd seat. Navy blue and no rustThe only kind of Benz to have. By the way that paint shines up pretty nice too. Probly get an easy hundred thousand out of it. You're very welcome, Mike
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
In a message dated 8/24/2005 1:49:33 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It's either gonna get an OM616 with a 4 speed, or (outside chance) a turbodeezel. No way I'm going to part it. VERY GLAD TO HEAR THAT.Can you believe the guy never came back to pick it up after seeing it in person? I couldn't, Mike
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It's either gonna get an OM616 with a 4 speed, or (outside chance) a turbodeezel. No way I'm going to part it. VERY GLAD TO HEAR THAT.Can you believe the guy never came back to pick it up after seeing it in person? I couldn't, Mike Sure. He's the reverse of the idiots who post ads for cars as 'no rust'. He must have seen a spot somewhere and decided he wouldn't have time to get it ready for Amelia Island, LoL. You should see the winner my bud and I just collected from Toronto, a 126 SD we wanted for the motor mostly (thank god). The guy posted it on the VW Vortex bulletin board, got lots of inquiries and kept swearing earnestly how good it was, etc. Lawd, Greg went to get it without me, calls me at midnite from his cell: uh, you're not going to be too happy with this one... (we generally have good luck on our drag-back deals). I said hell, give him the cash and bring it back anyway. First off, the guy must be an artiste with a digital camera. Say no more, say no more, about the paint (artful brush strokes over the rust on the doors). Car has a good 6 inches of frame on one side, 14 inches on the other, totally rotted -- literally would need whole new sections, not enough to patch to convince anyone not legally blind. Jack points are a work of bondo art, not much else. Rear subframe is mostly bolted to hope and charity. But get this, PRISTINE sway bar mounts. Not a hint of rot. Sigh. So it goes. Damn but those 126s take up a lot of lawn. Mac
Re: [MBZ] Fuel price Mexico
Is Jack in the Box still cooking the shit out of their hamburgers? On 8/23/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: e-coli are not my freinds -- -- On 8/23/05, JabbaHursty [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: i would think you become acclimated to it, like one does to all things. and i'm still moving to mexico. just have to figure out which soccer team to support At 10:16 PM 8/23/2005, you wrote: This gringo got mighty sick during his visit - wasn't pleasent. DOn't know how the little kids make it past the food -- -- -- -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Don Teresa Merriman Market Place Mexico Vacation Rentals Property Administration www.marketplacemexico.com http://www.marketplacemexico.com
[MBZ] proper and best fluids
I am new to the list and have a few questions. I own two 1984 300D Turbos with about 115,000 each on them (very good condition, purchased both from ladies that were original owners). I am working on both to try to gain efficientcy and longevity. What are the very best fluids to use for oil, transmission and rear end? I have seen mobile 1 talked about. Will 15-50 extended be good? I also have a product that has done wonders for the cooling. My air is actually cold which I hear is not too normal for these cars. Gary 1984 300D Turbo x 2
[MBZ] OT: Nice Car For Sale - How Much?
I've got a line on an immaculate 1987 190E 2.3-16 that's come up for sale. I saw it at the local MBCA Concours a month ago and it's pretty sweet. Not to mention they're a rare breed. http://www.mbcanada.com/forum/uploads/post-23-1119837412.jpg http://www.mbcanada.com/forum/uploads/post-23-1119837482.jpg What would one expect to pay for a nice example of this beast? Tim 1982 300TD Moby
[MBZ] Anyone heard of a GLK?
http://www.jimrogers.com http://4x4abc.com/JimRogers/index.html Tim 1982 300TD Moby
Re: [MBZ] strange noise
On my 82 300sd I had a squeaky (turkey call) sound coming from the steering column when I turned in 1 direction.Dielectric grease on the horn contacts under steering wheel stopped it. I don't think you are to do it if you have an airbag. Track rod bearing mounts on my car made more of a clunk(over a bump) that came from in front of the floorboard. I did first hear them when turning. Russ H.
Re: [MBZ] Anyone heard of a GLK?
Have not read any of his books, but he wrote the intro to Financial Reckoning Day (EXCELLENT) and the styles of writing are similar, i.e, fascinating and very engaging. I would suppose that Adventure Capitalist would be the best one. Christopher --- TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.jimrogers.com http://4x4abc.com/JimRogers/index.html Tim 1982 300TD Moby ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net Christopher McCann, Raytown, Missouri -1985 300SD, 209K miles, Wulf (http://www.pictureblogger.com/My-1985-Mercedes-Benz-300SD) -1976 240D, ManyK miles, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen = Alternative Fuel Test Vehicle) DISCLAIMER: DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME! I AM A PROFESSIONAL IDIOT, I THINK. -1998 Toyota Sienna CE, 99K miles, The Van __ Yahoo! Mail Stay connected, organized, and protected. Take the tour: http://tour.mail.yahoo.com/mailtour.html
Re: [MBZ] is diesel dropping?
$2.45 downtown Kansas City, MO...2.47 and 2.49 in other places in the metro area. Christopher --- Brian Baker [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 2.54 to 2.49 a couple of days ago in central MO. Brian from Columbia MO '82 240D 287,707 as of this p.m. - Original Message - From: LT Don To: Mercedes mailing list Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 5:47 PM Subject: [MBZ] is diesel dropping? Might be a fluke, but one of the stations here in town DROPPED the price of diesel from $2.59 to $2.53 today. -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. -- ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net Christopher McCann, Raytown, Missouri -1985 300SD, 209K miles, Wulf (http://www.pictureblogger.com/My-1985-Mercedes-Benz-300SD) -1976 240D, ManyK miles, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen = Alternative Fuel Test Vehicle) DISCLAIMER: DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME! I AM A PROFESSIONAL IDIOT, I THINK. -1998 Toyota Sienna CE, 99K miles, The Van Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs
[MBZ] More on the '82 300SD
I called the guy about the 300SD I mentioned last week. Turns out its 297kmi, had the trans rebuilt at 186k, Adsit engine at 260k for which he paid $4500. The Good: new Tires, and radiator. The Bad: one rear brake caliper is frozen, one rear brake line is ruptured, battery is dead, A/C leaks and has no charge. The Ugly: The car has sat for something like 2 years, the repaint may have some rust spots beginning but he hasn't checked carefully. During the winter it was garaged but sat out in the summer. He wants $2,000 for what I think is more like a $1,200 car. I may go up and see it and see how insulted he'd get with an $800 offer. Opinions? -Curt - Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page
Re: [MBZ] Oh joy! Another oil thread!
Yup. I changed it anyway, but am getting close to another 10K. I'll test before changing this time. On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So you have 10K on the oil change and its only ..5%? OK Don wrote: To corroborate Dave's statement - the oil analysis on my 300SDL (287,000 miles) at 10,211 miles on Mobil1 indicated 0.5% soot. I'm about to hit another 10k miles, and will get another analysis done. I am VERY impressed with the cold starting of the engines with Mobil1 - having used dino oil for 20 years and having to plug in the block heater before switching. On 8/23/05, Dave M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 1) All Mobil-1 oils can suspend 2% soot, which is when Mercedes recommends changing the oil anyway. 2) Every engine's soot production is different. My 617 engine would reach that 2% limit by 5-7kmi, while my 603's are maybe 1% at 10kmi. You need to test YOUR engine to find out when to change the oil. Changing synthetic every 10-15k vs dino every 5k is actually cheaper when you factor in the cost of filters your time, and if you buy the 5qt jugs at Mall-Wart (of 5W-40) for $20. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] Fuel price Mexico
Probably - I don't eat their shit either way. On 8/24/05, Don Teresa Merriman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Is Jack in the Box still cooking the shit out of their hamburgers? -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '87 300SDL '81 240D '78 450SLC
Re: [MBZ] More on the '82 300SD
Insult him with the $800.00 offer. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com _ From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2005 8:14 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] More on the '82 300SD I called the guy about the 300SD I mentioned last week. Turns out its 297kmi, had the trans rebuilt at 186k, Adsit engine at 260k for which he paid $4500. The Good: new Tires, and radiator. The Bad: one rear brake caliper is frozen, one rear brake line is ruptured, battery is dead, A/C leaks and has no charge. The Ugly: The car has sat for something like 2 years, the repaint may have some rust spots beginning but he hasn't checked carefully. During the winter it was garaged but sat out in the summer. He wants $2,000 for what I think is more like a $1,200 car. I may go up and see it and see how insulted he'd get with an $800 offer. Opinions? -Curt _ Start your http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=34442/*http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs day with Yahoo! - make it your home page
Re: [MBZ] OT: Nice Car For Sale - How Much?
Hi Tim, What is the milage? Auto or manual? Interior coulour? Full history? Have you got a reputable mechanics report? More expensive for parts because it is uncommon. End of the day you have to decide what it is worth to own. Me old mate Marshall(and a pile of German touring car titles) will agree that the W201 chassis is fantastic at high speeds and well suited to a performance motor. http://www.germancarfans.com/features.cfm/featureid/1021101.001/mercedes/1.h tml So there is a lot of history that goes with a 2.3 16v. This one is within my budget:-) http://minicastcars.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/mcaut88431.html The only real drawbackof the W201(vs other Mercs) is it's interior room, my Mum's has the ordinary garden variety 190E and I find it very uncomfartable at 185cm. However I do enjoy driving it for short distances. Hendrik and his more roomy 123 - Original Message - From: TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 24, 2005 10:24 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT: Nice Car For Sale - How Much? I've got a line on an immaculate 1987 190E 2.3-16 that's come up for sale. I saw it at the local MBCA Concours a month ago and it's pretty sweet. Not to mention they're a rare breed. http://www.mbcanada.com/forum/uploads/post-23-1119837412.jpg http://www.mbcanada.com/forum/uploads/post-23-1119837482.jpg What would one expect to pay for a nice example of this beast? Tim 1982 300TD Moby ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.10.14/79 - Release Date: 22/08/2005
Re: [MBZ] crap in tanks and TOILET PAPER (?!?!??!) filters....
Have such a system planned out...just waiting to move into my new place to get it set up (much bigger garage). TOILET PAPER FILTERS - what is everyone talking about? Real toilet paper or the Hengst fuel filters that look a bit like a roll of toilet paper? If the former, how do you do it? THANKS! Christopher --- redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Water gets into the fuel tank through condensation. Even works in a 55 gallon drum. A fine set up may involve a homogenization tank where feed stock is heated and blended, then you run it through a filtration medium, such as the TP filter into a storage container. From there run it through an oil/water separator and pump into your test platform On Monday, August 22, 2005, at 07:10 AM, Christopher McCann wrote: Mitch, This brings me to another dumb question: where does the water come from? Fuel - could install a water seperator crankcase oil - if you have no cracks allowing coolant into engine, how does water get in the oil? toilet paper filter - now I thought THAT was a joke. How does it work? Is there a special water seperator filter for crankcase oil? After taking the a/c out of the car, I have lots of room for all sorts of separators. Thanks, Mitch Christopher --- Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Christopher McCann wrote: With this mix, it seems that two things can go wrong and are distinguishable - ashing up the engine (particularly the valve seats) and wearing the engine by sulfuric acid. Actually, if the oil analysis comes back too high for sulphur, then it's a forgone conclusion what will happen, so I will use the 2,000 liters for my shop oil burner. We'll see. The sulfur might be OK if there's no H2O present. Toilet paper filters on the engine oil, maybe? ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net Christopher McCann, Raytown, Missouri -1985 300SD, 209K miles, Wulf (http://www.pictureblogger.com/My-1985-Mercedes-Benz-300SD) -1976 240D, ManyK miles, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen = Alternative Fuel Test Vehicle) DISCLAIMER: DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME! I AM A PROFESSIONAL IDIOT, I THINK. -1998 Toyota Sienna CE, 99K miles, The Van __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net Christopher McCann, Raytown, Missouri -1985 300SD, 209K miles, Wulf (http://www.pictureblogger.com/My-1985-Mercedes-Benz-300SD) -1976 240D, ManyK miles, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen = Alternative Fuel Test Vehicle) DISCLAIMER: DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME! I AM A PROFESSIONAL IDIOT, I THINK. -1998 Toyota Sienna CE, 99K miles, The Van Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs
[MBZ] motor oil tonics
Was at Wally World and found SAE30, no additive, no detergent motor oil for 94cents/qt. Seems that if you wanted to add an oil tonic (as Marshall calls it) to your tank, this might be a very good choice. No? Christopher Christopher McCann, Raytown, Missouri -1985 300SD, 209K miles, Wulf (http://www.pictureblogger.com/My-1985-Mercedes-Benz-300SD) -1976 240D, ManyK miles, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen = Alternative Fuel Test Vehicle) DISCLAIMER: DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME! I AM A PROFESSIONAL IDIOT, I THINK. -1998 Toyota Sienna CE, 99K miles, The Van Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs
Re: [MBZ] e-coli
Sure they are. Your belly is full of e-coli right now. It's the 0157-H7 strain that causes the problems. They are more aggresive than the regular guys and so they eat the lining of your guts and cause bleeding. Ken In a message dated 8/23/2005 8:34:30 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: From: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fuel price Mexico To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 e-coli are not my freinds -- --
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
yea, damn it. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 8/23/2005 1:31:06 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ah, my cauliflower, 'tis I, ME, who on the weekend picked up a $100 240d in NY, which instead of the rotbucket I expected, turns out to be an ex-VA and MD car with some cosmetics issues and a tired OM616. Told ya you should have made a road trip to NY there Kaleb.LOL. Have fun with it Steve. Mike ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] Small Rant re: Mercedes Digest, as a Subject
works fine for me. Desert Rat wrote: Kaleb, the unsubscribe URL isn't working. Can you please take me off this Banned Light list? I can't keep up with all this bantor about nothing and don't want to anymore. Lt Don...send title Kalebsend check Get me the hell out of here...call me when diesel is back...thanks. On 8/23/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Truss in the shop for repairs, Chuck? On 8/23/05, Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey all, It would be appreciated if the Mercedes Digest, etc. Subject Line NOT be used by those receiving the Digest version when replying. Personally, I like to see the Subject defined so I can determine if it is of interest.. Kaleb - Can you reject and define as undeliverable those emails with Mercedes Digest in the Subject line? Small rant and suggestion over Take care and thanks..., Chuck Phoenix, AZ ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle If we couldn't laugh we would all go insane. ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of a car
yes, yes I do. Steve MacSween wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ah, my cauliflower, 'tis I, ME, who on the weekend picked up a $100 240d in NY, which instead of the rotbucket I expected, turns out to be an ex-VA and MD car with some cosmetics issues and a tired OM616. Told ya you should have made a road trip to NY there Kaleb.LOL. Have fun with it Steve. Mike Kaleb, if Mike ever offers you a car, RUN don't walk, dude. I had to listen to my buddy with the tow car/tow dolly make wisecracks about $100 sunken barges all the way down. After he got finished unhooking the driveshaft, he had a lot less to say. Let's put it this way. Canada Customs held us at the border for over two hours, because they would not believe the car could have been bought for $100. Man were they pissed when they had to cave in and only charge duty/tax on the bill of sale price. It's either gonna get an OM616 with a 4 speed, or (outside chance) a turbodeezel. No way I'm going to part it. I just *love* navy blue 123s... don't you, Kaleb? LoL. Thanks again, Mike. Mac ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] More on the '82 300SD
yea, its probably a 600-800 car. Curt Raymond wrote: I called the guy about the 300SD I mentioned last week. Turns out its 297kmi, had the trans rebuilt at 186k, Adsit engine at 260k for which he paid $4500. The Good: new Tires, and radiator. The Bad: one rear brake caliper is frozen, one rear brake line is ruptured, battery is dead, A/C leaks and has no charge. The Ugly: The car has sat for something like 2 years, the repaint may have some rust spots beginning but he hasn't checked carefully. During the winter it was garaged but sat out in the summer. He wants $2,000 for what I think is more like a $1,200 car. I may go up and see it and see how insulted he'd get with an $800 offer. Opinions? -Curt Start your day with Yahoo! - make it your home page http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=34442/*http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] Oh joy! Another oil thread!
so you are saying you can probably go 20k between changes? OK Don wrote: Yup. I changed it anyway, but am getting close to another 10K. I'll test before changing this time. On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So you have 10K on the oil change and its only ..5%? OK Don wrote: To corroborate Dave's statement - the oil analysis on my 300SDL (287,000 miles) at 10,211 miles on Mobil1 indicated 0.5% soot. I'm about to hit another 10k miles, and will get another analysis done. I am VERY impressed with the cold starting of the engines with Mobil1 - having used dino oil for 20 years and having to plug in the block heater before switching. On 8/23/05, Dave M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 1) All Mobil-1 oils can suspend 2% soot, which is when Mercedes recommends changing the oil anyway. 2) Every engine's soot production is different. My 617 engine would reach that 2% limit by 5-7kmi, while my 603's are maybe 1% at 10kmi. You need to test YOUR engine to find out when to change the oil. Changing synthetic every 10-15k vs dino every 5k is actually cheaper when you factor in the cost of filters your time, and if you buy the 5qt jugs at Mall-Wart (of 5W-40) for $20. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts
Re: [MBZ] a NEW strange noise
I haven't met Don yet so I don't know how much cruelty he can tolerate. He does make some pretty bold statements, however, so it can be assumed that he expects to receive a certain amount of 'dissing. All in good fun, of course. I can't believe there are 20+ postings on this subject - this is clearly time well wasted (mantra of the Canadian cable Comedy Network). On 8/23/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: no, thats toad LT Don wrote: And I am such a hippie: http://don.homelinux.net/debdon/ But Luther is much less so: http://www.theformulasource.com/images/news/logos/mr_clean.jpg ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 76 240D, 76 300D, 74 240D, 69 250 Okie Benz Auto parts-email for used parts ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] proper and best fluids
Gary, Welcome to the list ! You asked about what are good fluids to use. There is not a consensus of which motor oil to use but I think that the below suggestions would be good choices. Some people seem to think that regular oil is fine and have had good results with it. motor oil - Mobil 1 5w-40 (or any weight) transmission - auto - dextron III, any brand, some use Mobil 1 for more consistent shifting in the Winter. rear end - Mobil 1 75-90 w radiator - Zerex G-05 or Mercedes Fluid Don't forget to change your powersteering filter and use the same dextron III to fill. Also change your brake fluid. Good Luck, Dan Elliott 82 300D-T 84kmi
Re: [MBZ] Good Mercedes Shop in Austin,TX
They've been around for a while. I had never heard of them either until they advertised a car for sale on Autotrader a couple of years ago. Went in and spoke to several of the guys there, and they seemed fairly knowledgeable about the older diesels. They also just happened to have a 124 completely torn apart in one of the bays for an evaporator-ectomy. I found this very informative, since I was considering doing this job myself on mine. After seeing the aftermath, I figured I'd wait awhile. Two years later, and I'm still sweating in the summer... Like I said, I haven't gone any farther than to buy a few parts off them. If I needed someone to work on an old diesel, I'd probably call Ben first, just to see if he had a recommendation. Gary Thompson 1995 E320 1984 300D On 8/23/05, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I never heard of them during the time I was in Austin. Craig
[MBZ] Sucking oil through dipstick
Hi all, I was at autozone the other day and in came a guy withe a small 2 gallon canister with a weird contraption on it. Said it was a old r-12 canister with a connector that you apply shop air to it and it creates a vacuum. He used it to pull all the oil out of his engine that way. Looked like it used a venturi effect. I thought that was pretty slick, You could use it to pull brake fuild or transmission fluid or anything else. Definately make less of a mess for me. Has anyone built one of these? I'm sure there are plans somewhere on the internet but suck vacuum oil dipstick crackcase are very common in the automotive world and google has a ton of links I'm going through. Any help would be greatly appriciated. Thanks
Re: [MBZ] proper and best fluids
Can you use Mobil-1 ATF in the Power Steering System? Thanks -Dave Walton On 24-Aug-2005 10:34:44 EDT, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gary, Welcome to the list ! You asked about what are good fluids to use. There is not a consensus of which motor oil to use but I think that the below suggestions would be good choices. Some people seem to think that regular oil is fine and have had good results with it. motor oil - Mobil 1 5w-40 (or any weight) transmission - auto - dextron III, any brand, some use Mobil 1 for more consistent shifting in the Winter. rear end - Mobil 1 75-90 w radiator - Zerex G-05 or Mercedes Fluid Don't forget to change your powersteering filter and use the same dextron III to fill. Also change your brake fluid. Good Luck, Dan Elliott 82 300D-T 84kmi ___ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com http://www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com http://www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
