Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Mailboxes Etc. is now owned by UPS. They've changed over the store signage that I've seen 'round here. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 12/7/05, Tom Reynolds [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Never having done this, but just thinking out loud would it be possible to rent a mailbox at one of those Mailboxes, Etc. or such and then ship it to that address? But, then you face the possibility of having one of the staff at the place reroute it. Of course, that could happen at any time, anywhere. Just wonderin' Tom Reynolds Sand Springs, OK
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
For what it is worth (which probably isn't much), I think this thread has generated more total responses (this is #90 -- one of the good things about gmail is that it counts that up for you) than any other one, including Mobil 1 threads. That isn't a criticism in any way ... just a statement. Don On 12/8/05, TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mailboxes Etc. is now owned by UPS. They've changed over the store signage that I've seen 'round here. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 12/7/05, Tom Reynolds [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Never having done this, but just thinking out loud would it be possible to rent a mailbox at one of those Mailboxes, Etc. or such and then ship it to that address? But, then you face the possibility of having one of the staff at the place reroute it. Of course, that could happen at any time, anywhere. Just wonderin' Tom Reynolds Sand Springs, OK ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
Re: [MBZ] my wife did it!
Chris said It warmed my heart. :-) good lady...that OM603 oh I mean your wife too! My wife said (as they often due in New England, she is a Yankee) when I brought the first one home, you are out of your gourd. Now this time when I flew out to Phoenix solo and drove the 1979 240D cross country 2900 miles just for a little road trip she was really blown away. (the 7000 foot climb to Flagstaff blew 25 years worth or carbon out of her) She will not even attempt to drive the 123 chassis diesel oo it smells... I think she says. Regards Tom Bellefonte PA 1977 300D 261K miles 1979 240D 76K miles - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 4:25 PM Subject: [MBZ] my wife did it! 11 F in KC -1 with wind chill. She called and asked will my car start? I told her if she follows my instructions, it will. Two minutes later, with the OM603 humming in the background, she called back and pronounced it started on the second crank. No block heater in it, strange for a car that was in Iowa its whole life. She said, Well, if it's my car, I better know how to work it. It warmed my heart. :-) Chris Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri -2005 Blue Point Siamese, Rose -1987 300TD, 150K, Rotkäppchen -1985 300SD, 210K, Wulf -1976 240D, ?K, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen) -1972 Jacobsen 21 Turbo Vent -1971 Case 222 Hydrive, 12HP Kohler, 38 deck, Snowcaster, One Banger - Yahoo! Personals Single? There's someone we'd like you to meet. Lots of someones, actually. Try Yahoo! Personals ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] '82 300SD STABILIZER FIXED!!
Thank YOU for the referral. Drove for Lotus, huh? Does that (racing accident?) explain the limp? Anyway, I liked him immensely. Sadie is getting her work done there from now on. I'll probably end up taking my TD westfalia there, too. Dan Dan, Thanks for letting us know! Jim, Howe, the machinist who made the repair part is one of the best in the business. Of course our buddy Gabriel would have to be better, but in reality, Jim is as good as they get. Doug is the only guy alive I would trust a my cars to. The predecessor, Phil Mangan, was a legend. Doug was a driver for lotus. Loren At 02:06 PM 12/5/2005, you wrote: Ya'll may remember some months ago the end rusted off my front stabilizer. Thanks to many of you, I learned this was not an easy fix, and was one that has reduced many otherwise good drivers to parts cars. Thanks to Loren Faeth, of this list, I was able to get mine repaired by Doug at Import Auto Limited in Ames, Iowa (515 296 2723) for $466. He cut off the end of the bar where it is thick, then machined a new end which slides over the bar. He ground flats in the bar first, and secured the new tip with six set screws and JB Weld (inside the collar), then replaced with new Mercedes bushings, bushing washers, and nut. Handles as new. Since the break was at the relatively small diameter tip and the repair is on the thick part of the stabilizer with a good thick machined collar, I think it should hold up fine. Doug, the shop owner, engineered the fix for his daily driver 126, and says it's held fine for 7 months and counting. Time will tell, but I'm very pleased. If you have a car in a similar condition, I'm guessing Doug would sell you the machined rod end, if you wanted to attempt cutting the stabilizer yourself, but he says be aware the stabilizer is harder than anything he's ever cut before, and is quite a challenge. Thanks, Loren, for the referral! -- Dan Weeks 82 VW Westfalia 1.6 TD conversion 186k 82 Mercedes 300SD, 275k ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Dan Weeks Freelance Writing and Photography 515/279-4825 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [MBZ] my wife did it!
Not to throw a wet blanket on the congratulations -- but did I see you say started on the second attempt? That implies that she stopped cranking before it started. One attempt too many. On 12/8/05, Tom Scordato [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chris said It warmed my heart. :-) good lady...that OM603 oh I mean your wife too! My wife said (as they often due in New England, she is a Yankee) when I brought the first one home, you are out of your gourd. Now this time when I flew out to Phoenix solo and drove the 1979 240D cross country 2900 miles just for a little road trip she was really blown away. (the 7000 foot climb to Flagstaff blew 25 years worth or carbon out of her) She will not even attempt to drive the 123 chassis diesel oo it smells... I think she says. Regards Tom Bellefonte PA 1977 300D 261K miles 1979 240D 76K miles - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 4:25 PM Subject: [MBZ] my wife did it! 11 F in KC -1 with wind chill. She called and asked will my car start? I told her if she follows my instructions, it will. Two minutes later, with the OM603 humming in the background, she called back and pronounced it started on the second crank. No block heater in it, strange for a car that was in Iowa its whole life. She said, Well, if it's my car, I better know how to work it. It warmed my heart. :-) Chris Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri -2005 Blue Point Siamese, Rose -1987 300TD, 150K, Rotkäppchen -1985 300SD, 210K, Wulf -1976 240D, ?K, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen) -1972 Jacobsen 21 Turbo Vent -1971 Case 222 Hydrive, 12HP Kohler, 38 deck, Snowcaster, One Banger - Yahoo! Personals Single? There's someone we'd like you to meet. Lots of someones, actually. Try Yahoo! Personals ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
Re: [MBZ] 84 190E - Concerns?
Looking at a 190E for what I feel is a too cheap price of $600. The seller says the vehicle will start and run but usually needs to be coaxed into doing so. Said something like the injection pump was bad and that the repair was more than the car is worth? Fuel pump? What should I know about this so I go into this with eyes open? Is the 190E engine problematic? What questions should I ask? Blown head gasket? Saw a couple at auction that blew white smoke, and were hard to get (and keep) running. IMHO they sold for _way_ too much at that auction. Four-digit prices. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] Headlight repair
Is shoe goo or goop also the best bet for a 126 electric seat switch recline post? For broken off narrow little posts, I'd think that drilling the centers out for a support spike, something like a ribbed paneling nail, is the best bet. Then use the glue. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] 190D Day 3
I have never had the need to do this but you can try and measure the temperature of the water in the radiator to confirm that the gauge is not working. Just because the thermostat is near new does not mean it can not fail, especially if it is a cheap one. Hendrik - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2005 8:01 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 190D Day 3 Hi Marshall, I talked to the guy I bought it from and he told me he put in a new thermostat recently. Considering the temp needle barely moves I think it likely something is wrong with the gauge. I definately had heat more than the gauge barely registering would give. When you say The temp gauge WILL read low if there is any resistance in the lines or connections that go from the gauge to the sensor you're talking wiring right? Do you know where the sensor is on the block? Maybe (this would be so nice) the wire is just disconnected or something. -Curt '85 190D 2.2l 5spd
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
But when they come with the car, already mounted on nice rims -- -- -- -- got to use them on the drive home tonight - they worked just fine. On 12/7/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Snow tires around here are really a waste of money for the 2 or 3 days of the year that you might actually need them. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
[MBZ] Tires for free
Tires, Two (2) Pirelli P 4000s, P195/70 R 14 Two (2) tires in good shape. Less than 5000 miles on them. FREE for the pair you pick up. Tires are all season radials, Super Touring Came off a 1979 240D. You come and pick up, you can have em free. I am not messing with sending them. see http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/pts/114839017.html for photos Regards Tom Scordato Bellefonte PA
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q
do tell more about this!! TimothyPilgrim wrote: Won't we all be bringing a diesel generator? I mean, why not just bring inverters and use the car engines? It was good enough for my parents to keep the house warm during the big Ice Storm of 1998. Tim 1982 300TD Moby -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 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] Arctic-Q...?
Everyone should get CB's. I used to have a CB in my 240D when I was 16. Geez, that seems like yesterday on one had but so long ago on the other. Tom Reynolds wrote: How about Valentine? Have them equip the vehicles going up there for safety's sake. Might not be a bad idea to check with some cell phone companies to see if they cover the areas to be driven, maybe they can supply phones/intercoms for the event. Car to car communications as well as possible emergency situations. Tom Reynolds Sand Springs, OK At 11:17 AM 12/07/2005 -0500, you wrote: Content-Disposition: inline How about Willy Nelson's biodiesel company? There's somebody with money and an actual link to the cause! Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 12/7/05, Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chris mentioned: but we could still advertise the list with magnets on our cars...without the list we'd all be on our own. They do a thing out here each year, the Copperstate 1000 (or something like that), which is not a rally...it's just vintage cars going roundy roundy in Arizona. They have sponsors galore. I'd bet we'd be surprised at the sponsors we could get. We'd have to think outside the box. I will get in touch with those Copperstate dudes and ask them how they go about getting sponsors for something that isn't a race or a rally. I'm sure they have good ideas and methods. Our possibilities could be Mobil 1, Hengst/Mann Filters, Bosch, Michelin, etc. Could go into REI (camping gear) and stuff like that. I'm sure, once we get something tenativly hammered out, Chuck would be happy to speak to Mr. Frank Barrett. Chuck is a very benevolent, diplomatic human. Bob Rentfro (studying route to Deadhorse) '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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: 267.13.12/193 - Release Date: 12/06/2005 -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 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] Arctic-Q...?
LT Don wrote: For what it is worth (which probably isn't much), I think this thread has generated more total responses (this is #90 -- one of the good things about gmail is that it counts that up for you) than any other one, including Mobil 1 threads. That whole GM bashing thing didn't make it that high? So what about the thread count from some of your threads on the mbz.org list ;) John
Re: [MBZ] One more Carfax request
Vehicle Snapshot Vehicle 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300 Series 300SD VIN WDBGB34E6NA053060 Body Style 4 Door Sedan Country of Manufacture Germany Vehicle History Checklist Vehicle Description WDBGB34E6NA053060 Title Check No records found Problem Check No records found Odometer Check No records found Vehicle Information No records found Full History Records found Title Check Your vehicle checks out! Abandoned No Abandoned Records Found Damaged No Damaged Records Found Fire Damage No Fire Damage Records Found Grey Market No Grey Market Records Found Hail Damage No Hail Damage Records Found Insurance Loss No Insurance Loss Records Found Junk No Junk Records Found Rebuilt/Rebuildable No Rebuilt/Rebuildable Records Found Salvage No Salvage Records Found Problem Check Your vehicle checks out! NHTSA Crash Test Vehicle No NHTSA Crash Test Vehicle Records Found Fire Damage Incident No Fire Damage Incident Records Found Frame Damage No Frame Damage Records Found Major Damage No Major Damage Records Found Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon No Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon Records Found Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon No Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon Records Found Odometer Problem No Odometer Problem Records Found Salvage Auction No Salvage Auction Records Found Water Damage No Water Damage Records Found Vehicle Information Your vehicle checks out! Accident Data No Accident Data Records Found Corrected Title No Corrected Title Records Found Driver Education No Driver Education Records Found Duplicate Title No Duplicate Title Records Found Emission/Safety Inspection No Emission/Safety Inspection Records Found Livery Use No Livery Use Records Found Government Use No Government Use Records Found Police Use No Police Use Records Found Rental/Fleet No Rental/Fleet Records Found Repossessed No Repossessed Records Found Taxi Use No Taxi Use Records Found Theft No Theft Records Found Vehicle History Records We have searched the Experian Automotive National Vehicle Database of insurance, DMV, and auto auction information and found the following 16 records for this 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300 SERIES 300SD. Note the highlighted rows for potential issues that could affect the value of this vehicle. Date Location Mileage Description 1992-07-08 atkinson, NH 74 title 1996-09-13 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1997-09-16 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1998-09-04 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1999-09-07 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 2003-06-09 manchester, NH 49458 vehicle in dealer inventory 2003-06-17 new england region, 49556 reported at auto auction 2003-10-14 MA registration event/renewal 2003-10-31 MA 50295 title 2004-02-11 live oak, FL title 2004-02-11 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2004-02-11 live oak, FL excluded/exempt 2004-06-01 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2004-06-01 live oak, FL excluded/exempt 2005-04-15 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2005-04-15 live oak, FL excluded/exempt Glossary of Descriptions Found for This Vehicle (full glossary) Description Full Definition Title Vehicle had title registration event reported by state DMV. Renewal Vehicle had registration renewal event reported by state DMV. Odometer Reading from Auto Dealer Odometer reading was provided by an independent source from an auto dealer. Auction Odometer Reading Vehicle reported the vehicle's odometer reading is from auto auction. Excluded/Exempt Vehicle is generally exempt from normal/mandatory odometer law for the following reasons: 1.Vehicle model year is 10 years or older. 2.Gross weight of vehicle over 16000 lbs. 3.Vehicle is not self-propelled. 4.Titled to the manufacturer. Highlights Highlights from our Editors' Review of the 1990-95 Mercedes-Benz E-Class The following summary includes recall and trouble spot information for several model years of this vehicle. Only information labeled 1990-95 applies to this vehicle. Consumer Guide Rating N/A Pros Antilock brakes, Steering/handling, Ride Cons Fuel economy, Automatic-transmission performance, Price Road Test Scores Performance 5 Fuel Economy 3 Ride Quality 7 Steering/Handling/Braking 6 Quietness 6 Controls/Materials 6 Interior Room 6 Room/Comfort (rear) 4 Cargo Capacity 4 Value within Class 5 (all scores out of 10) NHTSA Safety Ratings N/A (all scores out of 5) Recalls Check with the seller to ensure that the recall work was completed on these items. 1990: Bolts used for brake-strut support do not meet specification and may break, resulting in deterioration of steering and braking. 1990: Under certain operating conditions, plastic cover of preresistor for auxiliary fan may melt, which could result in underhood fire. 1991-92: If car is restarted soon after shutoff and charcoal canister is saturated with fuel, fuel vapor may be expelled onto electric-auxiliary radiator-fan preresistor; under certain conditions, that preresistor could become hot enough to ignite the fuel. 1992: Plastic
Re: [MBZ] Headlight repair
I have never been able to repair the switch pins once the break. Scott Ritchey wrote: Is shoe goo or goop also the best bet for a 126 electric seat switch recline post? -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 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] Arctic-Q...?
On Wed, Dec 07, 2005 at 07:22:14PM -0600, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Everyone should get CB's. I used to have a CB in my 240D when I was 16. Geez, that seems like yesterday on one had but so long ago on the other. I have a CB, and use it on some four wheeling trips. CBs suck for caravans, though - they tend to overload each other if you are too close. Stick to GMRS or FRS. They're as cheap as CB, maybe cheaper since you don't have to also buy an antenna (and deal with a monster antenna and installing a radio in the car). K
[MBZ] Amsoil verse Mobil 1
I know this has been beat to death,time and time again but I am have trouble getting synthetic Mobil 1 for the weight I need at Wally World or the other auto places. I would love to find the M! 5w-40 but can not seem to find it. I have been running the 15w-50 M1 extended service now that I cannot get it in the standard Synthetic mode, but that is getting tough to get. Can you order non stocked stuff from Wally world web page?? Any one can coment on the AMSOIL Synthetic Heavy Duty Diesel Marine Motor Oil (AME) and how that holds up. It is a 15w-40 weight. Anyone have any luck with this oil? Marshall please chime in. Everything I read is written by AMSOIL so it seems somewhat slanted when comparing Mobil 1 in Amsoils favor Regards Tom Scordato Bellefonte PA
Re: [MBZ] 84 190E - Concerns?
yea, I have seen several of the 2.3 motors that were junk. Looked at one for $1700 or so once, fired it up, VERY little oil pressure, sounded like it was going to blow up and any moment. THe lady sounded like she was surprised. Jim Cathey wrote: Looking at a 190E for what I feel is a too cheap price of $600. The seller says the vehicle will start and run but usually needs to be coaxed into doing so. Said something like the injection pump was bad and that the repair was more than the car is worth? Fuel pump? What should I know about this so I go into this with eyes open? Is the 190E engine problematic? What questions should I ask? Blown head gasket? Saw a couple at auction that blew white smoke, and were hard to get (and keep) running. IMHO they sold for _way_ too much at that auction. Four-digit prices. -- Jim ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 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] Arctic-Q...?
well, you have a point there. How much snow did you all get. We got maybe 1/2 inch so far but its slick as heck in some spots. OK Don wrote: But when they come with the car, already mounted on nice rims -- -- -- -- got to use them on the drive home tonight - they worked just fine. On 12/7/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Snow tires around here are really a waste of money for the 2 or 3 days of the year that you might actually need them. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/ ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 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] Arctic-Q...?
Christopher McCann wrote: I'm confused...is it summer 2006 or 2007 that you would be free? Can't tell for sure was what I was trying to get at, but, if this becomes a reality, I will *make* myself available! Things to do along the way: There would be no shortage of those, the problem would be time. For me, I want to have driven to the Arctic Ocean (ok, within 3 miles of it and taken a tour bus the rest of the way). I would want to subordinate everything to reaching the goal...and since there will inevtably be problems along the way, it might be best to plan the vast majority of the extra stuff for the way back, so as not to endanger the goal of reaching the Arctic Ocean. I like the plan for the way back... also lets us gather a list of things we want to do. I imagine we will all find some neat little random thing not mentioned anywhere but on a sign on the side of the road. Personally, I like historical things...hiking would be neat...taking in local scenery, etc. I really don't care...I'll pass on Worlds of Fun/Disneylandish stuff. But I think we should be sure that the side attractions add to the enjoyment of the experience of the ultimate goal: Arctic Ocean and back. If we climb rocks, I'll watch...although sitting atop a tor sounds like fun. Yeah, the Disneyland kinda stuff we can get locally... no need to drive 10,000 miles for that ;) History stuff works for me. I really like the history of how places/things developed and how they were (mines, railroads, towns, etc) I imagine they have some really cool railroad stuff all along the trip. Any other railroad buffs out there? John
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Kevin wrote: I have a CB, and use it on some four wheeling trips. CBs suck for caravans, though - they tend to overload each other if you are too close. I've got a 1w/5w 40ch walkie-talkie with rubber antenna and car cord. Works great for my limited purposes. Probably won't overload on 1w.
Re: [MBZ] 190D Day 3
Curt Raymond wrote: Hi Marshall, I talked to the guy I bought it from and he told me he put in a new thermostat recently. Considering the temp needle barely moves I think it likely something is wrong with the gauge. I definately had heat more than the gauge barely registering would give. When you say The temp gauge WILL read low if there is any resistance in the lines or connections that go from the gauge to the sensor you're talking wiring right? Do you know where the sensor is on the block? Maybe (this would be so nice) the wire is just disconnected or something. The sensor is about midway back on the driver's side of the head. The wire to it (from the glow plug wiring harness) is green. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
hahahahaha, well if the M123 ever blows up I will be dropping a turbo down in there. Mitch Haley wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Maybe I could bring the limo, could get plenty of people in there. Although diesel would be my choice. Got a spare 617? Put it in the LWB and you'll have both the roominess and the diesel. ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 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] Car for someone? Lt. Don?
did it give any more particulars like how many miles it had on it. etc etc --- LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: South Carolina is a long way from Iowa. On 12/7/05, Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This ad caught my eye in the local trader: 1983 Mercedes 300 Turbo Diesel, tan color, bought new, garage kept, never wrecked, excellent gas mileage, driven on weekends, ex. condition. $4000 OBO. 803-786-4616. This car is not in Seattle. This car is in South Carolina. No interest or affiliation, but if someone is interested I would go look at it. Chris K Cayce, SC ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [MBZ] my wife did it!
Christopher McCann wrote: 11 F in KC -1 with wind chill. She called and asked will my car start? I told her if she follows my instructions, it will. Two minutes later, with the OM603 humming in the background, she called back and pronounced it started on the second crank. No block heater in it, strange for a car that was in Iowa its whole life. Every 60x engine shipped to the US had a block heater installed. The block heater cord was only installed if the owner asked during the first year or two. A cord costs about $25. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi
Re: [MBZ] Car for someone? Lt. Don?
I quoted the ad in it's entirety. The phone number is there, perhaps you could call before it gets too late. Chris K Cayce, SC - Original Message - From: eric peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 8:36 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Car for someone? Lt. Don? did it give any more particulars like how many miles it had on it. etc etc --- LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: South Carolina is a long way from Iowa. On 12/7/05, Chris [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This ad caught my eye in the local trader: 1983 Mercedes 300 Turbo Diesel, tan color, bought new, garage kept, never wrecked, excellent gas mileage, driven on weekends, ex. condition. $4000 OBO. 803-786-4616. This car is not in Seattle. This car is in South Carolina. No interest or affiliation, but if someone is interested I would go look at it. Chris K Cayce, SC ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Amsoil verse Mobil 1
Tom Scordato wrote: I know this has been beat to death,time and time again but I am have trouble getting synthetic Mobil 1 for the weight I need at Wally World or the other auto places. I would love to find the M! 5w-40 but can not seem to find it. I have been running the 15w-50 M1 extended service now that I cannot get it in the standard Synthetic mode, but that is getting tough to get. Can you order non stocked stuff from Wally world web page?? Any one can coment on the AMSOIL Synthetic Heavy Duty Diesel Marine Motor Oil (AME) and how that holds up. It is a 15w-40 weight. Anyone have any luck with this oil? Marshall please chime in. Everything I read is written by AMSOIL so it seems somewhat slanted when comparing Mobil 1 in Amsoils favor Tom, Mobil supplies the base stock to Amsoil. The Mobil tribologists I've talked with are very complementary about Amsoil. They point out that the Amsoil synthetics are VERY good oil - even better than Mobil for SOME special applications. It has NO advantage over Mobil for use in YOUR engine - and it is more expensive than MOBIL. Mobil 1 15W-50 Ext is fine. I prefer Mobil 1 Truck and SUV 5W-40 because it's cheaper. Mobil 1 0W-40 is also fine but I'd probably mix 0W-40 and 15W-50 (probably not necessary). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi
Re: [MBZ] 84 190E - Concerns?
Does it have the K or KE jetronic (CIS/CISE) fuel injection system? They do rust, mainly in the bottom of the doors. If the bottom of the doors are rust free the rest should be alright. Other than that you may have to replace the timing chain and varuious suspension components, as per other Mercs. Fuel pump may be tired. Hendrik - Original Message - From: Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2005 9:42 AM Subject: [MBZ] 84 190E - Concerns? All, Looking at a 190E for what I feel is a too cheap price of $600. The seller says the vehicle will start and run but usually needs to be coaxed into doing so. Said something like the injection pump was bad and that the repair was more than the car is worth? I thought it was diesels that had IP's, not gassers? But, never having owned an MB yet I know next to nothing about them except what I've read here. The body appears straight and I can see no immediately apparent rust. 190,000 miles, AT (of course), have not seen interior yet. (Talked to seller on phone, have seen a few pics) What should I know about this so I go into this with eyes open? Is the 190E engine problematic? What questions should I ask? Why does he say IP is bad? Are these like the 116 that traps and hides rust? Where should I focus looking for rust? You know, etc, etc. Thanks in advance all -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil. ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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: 267.13.12/193 - Release Date: 6/12/2005
Re: [MBZ] Diesel on the brain making you crazy?
HaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHaHa, etc. You get the point. I've sent Rusty more than that to get it right already, and no, the Olds would not be welcome in my drive. I barely tolerate the Plymouth mini-van, only because it serves as a pick-up with all the seats removed. Yes - it started right up this morning at 14F, and haven't converted it to Mobil 1 yet -- -- -- By the way, today is a day when I wish I had the 90 124 back. That car started very quickly no matter what. My gasser oldsmobile cranked for a while this am battery doesn't sound too happy. Ok Don: I'll buy the 90 124 back from you for $500 and I'll throw in the oldsmobile (its even got new tires). Donald H. Snook 1992 Olds 98 -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
Re: [MBZ] Fuel induction cleaning Was It's Alive!
Learn something new every day. I thought the newer systems had over 100psi in the rail -- CIS actually runs *higher* operating pressures than most modern injection systems. The pressure from the pump to the fuel distributor is around 90 psi, vs. around 30 psi for most electronic systems. The pressure in the injector lines will be lower, but will vary depending on the amount of fuel being called for. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
Re: [MBZ] '87 300TD block heater plug (was my wife did it!)
Yes, call Rusty -- -- -- On 12/7/05, Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Really? Sweet! I bet it was used in IA, it came out at one point, being detachable and was never put back. Awesome...unless it was removed becuase the block heater is broken... I assume this is not an O'Reilly's part...where do I get one...Rusty? -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
Re: [MBZ] '82 300SD STABILIZER FIXED!!
Are you talking about the link between the stabilizer bar and the suspension? That's one of the easiest repairs - one bolt on each end of the link, and they are not expensive. On 12/7/05, Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What about the rear stabilizer bar...how much of a PITA is that to repair? The passengers side end is shot from having PO let a dribbly filler neck dribble on it for years. I replaced the filler neck and I have the parts to fix the end of the stabilizer. Easy? Hard? Tips? Donkey Shirts Bob Rentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
Re: [MBZ] 190D Day 3
I don't know if it can be done in a 190D, but improperly installed thermostats will not work very well -- - On 12/7/05, Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have never had the need to do this but you can try and measure the temperature of the water in the radiator to confirm that the gauge is not working. Just because the thermostat is near new does not mean it can not fail, especially if it is a cheap one. Hendrik -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
[MBZ] Neutral Safety Switch Adjust
The neutral safety switch on my 300SD is acting up again. It works fine in warm weather and fine in neutral, but won't start in park when it's real cold. After the engine has run a while, it restarts in park just fine. I suspect the switch just needs adjustment and maybe cleaning. Any advice appreciated. Thanks. Scott Ritchey Kittrell NC 1982 300SD 220K 1979 300TD 350K = -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 1584 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net/attachments/20051= 207/d9e2d64e/winmail.bin
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
About the same, maybe closer to 1 inch, but it's dry and blowing away --- It was slippery enough for me to verify that the anti-lock brakes do work just fine! On 12/7/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: well, you have a point there. How much snow did you all get. We got maybe 1/2 inch so far but its slick as heck in some spots. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
You can all get ham licenses - the basic license test is easy, ALL the questions and answers are on the web, you get to use real radios, and can use from a milliwatt to 1500 watts. On 12/7/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Everyone should get CB's. I used to have a CB in my 240D when I was 16. Geez, that seems like yesterday on one had but so long ago on the other. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
Re: [MBZ] Headlight repair
This one was broken, drilled, pinned, and glued once before. I think there is enough of the pin still sticking out of the broken post to get a bite. But I was undecided about the adhesive. I have new tubes of JB Weld and Goop sitting on my desk just trying to decide which to use. Looks like the consensus is Goop. Thanks. Scott Ritchey Kittrell NC 1982 300SD 220K 1979 300TD 350K -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 7:57 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] Headlight repair Is shoe goo or goop also the best bet for a 126 electric seat switch recline post? For broken off narrow little posts, I'd think that drilling the centers out for a support spike, something like a ribbed paneling nail, is the best bet. Then use the glue. -- Jim ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] my wife did it!
At 14F this morning, our 603 at 290k miles, without using the block heater, started after less than 5 seconds of cranking. Glad I replaced all the glow plugs this summer! The 602, at only 240k miles, started just as quickly. Didn't have the throttle even 1/4 of the way down. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
Re: [MBZ] my wife did it!
OK, so who is driving the SDL and who drives the 2.5? OK Don wrote: At 14F this morning, our 603 at 290k miles, without using the block heater, started after less than 5 seconds of cranking. Glad I replaced all the glow plugs this summer! The 602, at only 240k miles, started just as quickly. Didn't have the throttle even 1/4 of the way down. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/ ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 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] my wife did it!
I'm driving the 2.5 to OKC every day. My son is driving the SDL to school and such. Doris doesn't care what she drives, as long as it will start, so is still driving her van. Out daughter is driving the 240D - I assume it'started OK, since I didn't hear from her - from her apartment to OU and work. On 12/7/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: OK, so who is driving the SDL and who drives the 2.5? OK Don wrote: -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
[MBZ] 190E Redux
Hi, All. I have an '85 190E now reduced to a parts vehicle. (rust and second dead trans.) 170K good engine, new chain and gear etc. properly looked after the engines will do much more. My $.02 Fred Moir Lynn MA Three of them thar compession ighnition thingys.
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Oh YES ! I'll get a list of the interesting places from my freind who made the trip this spring. Of course, he took 6 weeks to make it -- sounds like the right pace to me (wishful thinking). It will have to be 2007 for us, this summer is already booked. On 12/7/05, Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: We would, of course, fish for, catch and then eat salmon. Often. Bob Rentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
On Wed, Dec 07, 2005 at 09:14:39PM -0600, OK Don wrote: You can all get ham licenses - the basic license test is easy, ALL the questions and answers are on the web, you get to use real radios, and can use from a milliwatt to 1500 watts. Sort of. Ham radios are far more expensive than FRS, and assuming you don't install a mobile and use a handheld, the handhelds get extremely hot in your hand if you have an extended conversation or have it plugged into vehicle power. Yes, the ham mobiles (and handhelds for that matter) will have longer range for communications, but that really doesn't come into play for a caravan of vehicles. And if one car doesn't have a ham licensee in the car, they're essentially locked out of communications. Easy as the test is, not all have the time to study then show up for the test. K
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Good Lord! Imagine the onboard genset to power that 1500 watt radio. And the ANTENNA would be whipping the tar out of everybody for about 100 feet around as you drive by On Wednesday, December 7, 2005, at 07:14 PM, OK Don wrote: You can all get ham licenses - the basic license test is easy, ALL the questions and answers are on the web, you get to use real radios, and can use from a milliwatt to 1500 watts. On 12/7/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Everyone should get CB's. I used to have a CB in my 240D when I was 16. Geez, that seems like yesterday on one had but so long ago on the other. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/ ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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 The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz
Re: [MBZ] Neutral Safety Switch Adjust
Scott Ritchey wrote: The neutral safety switch on my 300SD is acting up again. It works fine in warm weather and fine in neutral, but won't start in park when it's real cold. After the engine has run a while, it restarts in park just fine. I suspect the switch just needs adjustment and maybe cleaning. Any advice appreciated. Thanks. As the shift linkage bushing wears, the neutral safety switch becomes unreliable - cold weather often induces failure. Replacing the shift lever bushings is the least expensive and only permanent cure for that. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
well, you have a point there. How much snow did you all get. We got maybe 1/2 inch so far but its slick as heck in some spots. I think we got about a foot, and temps haven't been above freezing yet. The main roads are all dry, but not so the hill up to our house or our own driveway! -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] Some things are just plain wrong
rumor has it that Potter, wrote: You win the Kewpie (sp) doll. I was told that they tried to change to RHD after the US bought the islands, but they could not get the donkeys to walk on the right. I equate that to trying to get Americans to adopt the metric system. Hey! Careful with those donkey coments!!! The donkeys might get offended and then PETA will be after you... Philip, pro-metric
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
rumor has it that Kevin wrote: I have a CB, and use it on some four wheeling trips. CBs suck for caravans, though - they tend to overload each other if you are too close. Only if you are using a cheap radio - or trying to listen to a transmitter with hyper-legal power. Stick to GMRS or FRS. They're as cheap as CB, maybe cheaper since you don't have to also buy an antenna (and deal with a monster antenna and installing a radio in the car). FRS audio output is too low, they don't have a mic button on the back to set it in a mic clip, line-of-sight RF, short car-to-car range (partly because of the inability to put an antenna outside the car), can't see the display in the dark without triggering the backlight, and they have to be fed batteries rather than being wired into the car's power. GMRS requires a license. I'll keep my CB. *smile* Philip, wondering if it's possible to drive without a transceiver
Re: [MBZ] Amsoil verse Mobil 1
Marshal said Tom, Mobil supplies the base stock to Amsoil. The Mobil tribologists I've talked with are very complementary about Amsoil. They point out that the Amsoil synthetics are VERY good oil - even better than Mobil for SOME special applications. It has NO advantage over Mobil for use in YOUR engine - and it is more expensive than MOBIL. Mobil 1 15W-50 Ext is fine. I prefer Mobil 1 Truck and SUV 5W-40 because it's cheaper. Mobil 1 0W-40 is also fine but I'd probably mix 0W-40 and 15W-50 (probably not necessary). Thanks Marshall for the information. It is hard to find the non extended oils at Walmart or other suppliers up here near State College. I just changed oil in my 240D with the 15w-50 M1 extended. (prevoius owner used only standard oil) About a year ago Wal-Mart quite carrying the non extended M1 (with the red cap) in that weight. Everything else is 30 weight. Ah it is ok with the price of fuel a few extra $ every oil change will not kill me. Regards Tom Scordato Bellefonte PA 1977 300d 261K miles 1979 240D 76K miles Regards Tom - Original Message - From: Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 8:53 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Amsoil verse Mobil 1 Tom Scordato wrote: I know this has been beat to death,time and time again but I am have trouble getting synthetic Mobil 1 for the weight I need at Wally World or the other auto places. I would love to find the M! 5w-40 but can not seem to find it. I have been running the 15w-50 M1 extended service now that I cannot get it in the standard Synthetic mode, but that is getting tough to get. Can you order non stocked stuff from Wally world web page?? Any one can coment on the AMSOIL Synthetic Heavy Duty Diesel Marine Motor Oil (AME) and how that holds up. It is a 15w-40 weight. Anyone have any luck with this oil? Marshall please chime in. Everything I read is written by AMSOIL so it seems somewhat slanted when comparing Mobil 1 in Amsoils favor Tom, Mobil supplies the base stock to Amsoil. The Mobil tribologists I've talked with are very complementary about Amsoil. They point out that the Amsoil synthetics are VERY good oil - even better than Mobil for SOME special applications. It has NO advantage over Mobil for use in YOUR engine - and it is more expensive than MOBIL. Mobil 1 15W-50 Ext is fine. I prefer Mobil 1 Truck and SUV 5W-40 because it's cheaper. Mobil 1 0W-40 is also fine but I'd probably mix 0W-40 and 15W-50 (probably not necessary). Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] Ot High sulur Diesel in new Ford
Hey fellow Dieselers, Will occasionally running high sulfur diesel in a 2005 Ford power choke do any harm? I figured Ford has to say don't do it due to emission restrictions, but is there really a compatibility problem with the engine components? Bob DuPuy Parrish, Fl
Re: [MBZ] Neutral Safety Switch Adjust
Found out on my '82 that the culprit was the bushings in the shift linkage. Too much play, not bad enough for the tranny, but marginal for the switch. There is no adjustment on the switch AFAIK. On 12/7/05, Scott Ritchey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The neutral safety switch on my 300SD is acting up again. It works fine in warm weather and fine in neutral, but won't start in park when it's real cold. After the engine has run a while, it restarts in park just fine. I suspect the switch just needs adjustment and maybe cleaning. Any advice appreciated. Thanks. Scott Ritchey Kittrell NC 1982 300SD 220K 1979 300TD 350K -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 1584 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net/attachments/20051207/d9e2d64e/winmail.bin ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D
Re: [MBZ] Car for someone? Lt. Don?
He lives in a high rise in Annandale VA. On 12/7/05, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Don't you have a son in the area? On 12/7/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: South Carolina is a long way from Iowa. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org/ ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Nor the Land Cruiser...Will this be MBZ specific? What about Benz powered? Like my dream of an old Willy's Wagoneer with a 300D engine runnning WVO for example? That may be a possibilty by then. Mike - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 9:43 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...? well, if we want to shoot for STAR mag and MBUSA/MBCA attention, I don't know the motorcycle would fit in, but I would leave it open to discussion. Of course, there will be room in the cars of others...and plenty of driving opportunity. I'm guessing 2 people per car average. Chris Mike Canfield [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chris, Sounds like my kind of adventureToo bad I sold my Benz..Are motorcycles welcome? Mike - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann To: Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2005 3:37 PM Subject: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...? A few years ago, my dad's cousin and her husband drove the Dalton Highway to Deadhorse, Alaska...some 4,000+ miles from Kansas City in a camper. You can drive within 3 miles of the Arctic Ocean and from there a bus takes you to the Ocean...Prudhoe Bay to be exact. Usually about freezing even in the summer. The Dalton Highway is mostly gravel, hard on cars (particularly windshields and headlights), etc. Tons of articles on line and picture galleries. A sample: http://gorp.away.com/gorp/activity/byway/ak_dalton.htm Anyone interested in an Arctic-Q? Not really able to do this any time soon - maybe this coming summer...or the following summer...but I have been thinking about it and thought I would throw it out for thoughts, reactions, ideas, etc. Could be very interesting as a multi-car caravan...we could carry lots of tools and spare parts between several vehicles in addition to all the other stuff - spare tires, food, water, clothes for the arctic blasts that can come at any time, etc. Chris Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri -2005 Blue Point Siamese, Rose -1987 300TD, 150K, Rotkäppchen -1985 300SD, 210K, Wulf -1976 240D, ?K, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen) -1972 Jacobsen 21 Turbo Vent -1971 Case 222 Hydrive, 12HP Kohler, 38 deck, Snowcaster, One Banger - Yahoo! Personals Single? There's someone we'd like you to meet. Lots of someones, actually. Try Yahoo! Personals ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri -2005 Blue Point Siamese, Rose -1987 300TD, 150K, Rotkäppchen -1985 300SD, 210K, Wulf -1976 240D, ?K, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen) -1972 Jacobsen 21 Turbo Vent -1971 Case 222 Hydrive, 12HP Kohler, 38 deck, Snowcaster, One Banger - Yahoo! Personals Single? There's someone we'd like you to meet. Lots of someones, actually. Yahoo! Personals ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Maybe someone could convince Nokian or Bridgestone to give everyone involved a deal on a new set of snows for the trip. The advertising potential for a trip like this could be astronomical! Chris, you may actually be able to sell advertising to MANY different companies.If they are willing to give people cars and such for having a banner on them then I am sure some MBZ Dealerships would LOVE to see thier name on 20 or so classic Benz' making the trip for a measly few hundred dollars each...Advertising is where the money is. Mike - Original Message - From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 9:55 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...? good to know becuase everything I read and the reports of Aunt Lois were of the swarms of mosquitos. Camped for a week in the Algonquin Provincial Park - NEVER saw mosquitos like that before!. Litttle Colder in September...but even today, the temp in Deadhorse s -10F...I talked to my father in law who farms outside Madison, WI and it was 0 there on MOnday - not the end of the world - snow drifts...that's a problem. Chris Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chris speculated: THis wouldn't be a winter trip...the biggest annoyance will be MOSQUITOS...,of course I'll be reminded of that when we get snowbound in one of those rare summer snow storms and are freezing in a snow drift. They say the beginning of September is nice...most of the mosquitos are gone, leaves have turned, etc. Bob Rentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri -2005 Blue Point Siamese, Rose -1987 300TD, 150K, Rotkäppchen -1985 300SD, 210K, Wulf -1976 240D, ?K, AKP-Wagen (Alternativen Kraftstoffs Prüfenlastwagen) -1972 Jacobsen 21 Turbo Vent -1971 Case 222 Hydrive, 12HP Kohler, 38 deck, Snowcaster, One Banger - Yahoo! Personals Single? There's someone we'd like you to meet. Lots of someones, actually. Try Yahoo! Personals ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] 15 inch steel rims for 124?
Has anyone found steel rims for a 124? We're trying to find some for Dwight (lister) for use with snow tires. We found these, which we are unsure they will fit- can anyone help? http://www.autoguide.net/apf/mercedes-wheels_rims/ 15x6 steel wheel. John Peterson Dwight Giles Rhode Island Listers 1990, 1991 300D 2.5's
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
After the latest news, we're ALL going to need passports: http://www.thestar.com/NASApp/cs/ContentServer?pagename=thestar/Layout/Article_Type1c=Articlecid=1133995815625call_pageid=968332188492col=968793972154 Oopsie. I swear, although I work for this government, I had nothing to do with it. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 12/7/05, Dan Weeks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah, I was very nearly turned away at my own border last year. Said I needed a passport to get back in. I didn't have mine. I said, OK, what do I do now? The border guard just looked at me and my westfalia, rolled her eyes, and waved me through. Now I carry a passport. Dan
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Bet there's not but just maybe if all the cars were running it Ole Willy might just be crazy enough to send a tanker or two along and donate the fuel..Now how to go about at least getting a chance to pass it by him. Sounds right up his alley to me. Mike - Original Message - From: Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 11:38 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...? I bet there's not much bio on the way...but I could be wrong. Time to do a search. Bob Rentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ - Original Message - From: TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 9:17 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...? How about Willy Nelson's biodiesel company? There's somebody with money and an actual link to the cause! Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 12/7/05, Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chris mentioned: but we could still advertise the list with magnets on our cars...without the list we'd all be on our own. They do a thing out here each year, the Copperstate 1000 (or something like that), which is not a rally...it's just vintage cars going roundy roundy in Arizona. They have sponsors galore. I'd bet we'd be surprised at the sponsors we could get. We'd have to think outside the box. I will get in touch with those Copperstate dudes and ask them how they go about getting sponsors for something that isn't a race or a rally. I'm sure they have good ideas and methods. Our possibilities could be Mobil 1, Hengst/Mann Filters, Bosch, Michelin, etc. Could go into REI (camping gear) and stuff like that. I'm sure, once we get something tenativly hammered out, Chuck would be happy to speak to Mr. Frank Barrett. Chuck is a very benevolent, diplomatic human. Bob Rentfro (studying route to Deadhorse) '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Credos
I make my entire living off other peoples junk.It's great huh Kaleb? Mike - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 11:40 AM Subject: [MBZ] Credos Hey, even if it _is_ junk doesn't mean it's bad either! Amazing what you can do with junk sometimes. -- Jim ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Diesel on the brain making you crazy?
10F this morning. Hammie started but wasn't crazy about the idea. I remember that the year he started real good in the very cold I was putting a dose (4oz, not the 32oz I put in the 190D yesterday) of Diesel Kleen in at every fillup. The new starter sure cranks better than the old one did! One of my coworkers has expressed some interest in Hammie as a car for his wife. We'd talked about how the block heater is nice for pre-warming the car on those cold mornings and I told him how it was hard for me to use it with no outside electric. When he saw me today and I told him I hadn't used the block heater he got very enthusiastic. I guess he figures if it could start today its good for anytime We're looking to buy a condo with a window on the driveway side. Oh how I long to plug in the block heater from within the apartment! -Curt '83 240D Hammie 229kmi '85 190D 233kmi From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 1:38 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Diesel on the brain making you crazy? about the same here - good time to discuss the arctic - dismisses any romantic notions. COLD! Actually, Deadhorse, yesterday, was not any colder than Wisconsin. Chris - Yahoo! Shopping Find Great Deals on Holiday Gifts at Yahoo! Shopping From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thu Dec 08 14:53:46 2005 Received: from imo-m26.mx.aol.com ([64.12.137.7]) by server5.arterytc5.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1EkN9W-0001hw-K7 for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Thu, 08 Dec 2005 14:53:46 + Received: from [EMAIL PROTECTED] by imo-m26.mx.aol.com (mail_out_v38_r6.3.) id 5.1c8.36bfa045 (1320) for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Thu, 8 Dec 2005 09:53:31 -0500 (EST) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 8 Dec 2005 09:53:30 EST To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] MIME-Version: 1.0 X-Mailer: 9.0 Security Edition for Windows sub 2340 X-Spam-Flag: NO X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Content-Filtered-By: Mailman/MimeDel 2.1.6 Subject: Re: [MBZ] Neutral Safety Switch Adjust X-BeenThere: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.6 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Id: Mercedes mailing list mercedes_striplin.net.striplin.net List-Unsubscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net List-Post: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Thu, 08 Dec 2005 14:53:46 - In a message dated 12/7/2005 8:09:24 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The neutral safety switch on my 300SD is acting up again. It works fine in warm weather and fine in neutral, but won't start in park when it's real cold. After the engine has run a while, it restarts in park just fine. I suspect the switch just needs adjustment and maybe cleaning. Any advice Scott, On my 79, I removed the switch, took it apart and cleaned it. It resides in a very dirty area on the outside of the transmission. Be very careful when unplugging the wire harness as the locking tabs are brittle and should not be bent any more than absolutely necessary. It has worked fine for years since cleaning it. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 261 K miles 98 ML 320, 138 K miles
[MBZ] Arctic Q
'FI were physically able, I'd be in. Wilton
Re: [MBZ] 190D Day 3
I know from bitter experience that a backwards thermostat in a 240D is a BAD(and stupid) thing... On the way home last night the heat in the car was vauge at best so I'm pretty confident replacing the thermostat will get things going. Might as well flush the coolant while I'm there... -Curt '85 190D 233kmi Date: Wed, 7 Dec 2005 21:07:23 -0600 From: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] 190D Day 3 To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 I don't know if it can be done in a 190D, but improperly installed thermostats will not work very well -- - On 12/7/05, Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have never had the need to do this but you can try and measure the temperature of the water in the radiator to confirm that the gauge is not working. Just because the thermostat is near new does not mean it can not fail, especially if it is a cheap one. Hendrik -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC The FSM created the Diesel Benz http://www.venganza.org - Yahoo! Shopping Find Great Deals on Holiday Gifts at Yahoo! Shopping From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thu Dec 08 15:29:22 2005 Received: from rwcrmhc11.comcast.net ([216.148.227.151]) by server5.arterytc5.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1EkNhy-0005Mq-1R for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Thu, 08 Dec 2005 15:29:22 + Received: from tomdfmdsdwp75w (unknown[69.247.243.8](misconfigured sender)) by comcast.net (rwcrmhc11) with SMTP id 2005120815291601300c6154e; Thu, 8 Dec 2005 15:29:16 + Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: Tom Harruff [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] References: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 8 Dec 2005 10:29:11 -0500 MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Priority: 3 X-MSMail-Priority: Normal X-Mailer: Microsoft Outlook Express 6.00.2900.2670 X-MIMEOLE: Produced By Microsoft MimeOLE V6.00.2900.2670 X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Subject: [MBZ] Car for someone X-BeenThere: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.6 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Id: Mercedes mailing list mercedes_striplin.net.striplin.net List-Unsubscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net List-Post: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Thu, 08 Dec 2005 15:29:22 - Saw this in the Naples Daily News. No affiliation. Pelican Bay is a very upscale community down here so the car may have a good maintnance record. Sports and Foreign - 1984 MERCEDES 300 turbo diesel, 150K mi., looks and drives like new, $3,500, Pelican Bay Blvd., 239-254-9229 Start Date: 12/03/2005 Stop Date: 12/08/2005 Tom Harruff Naples, FL 1985 300Dt (Diesel Dolly) 1994 C280 (Wife's Car) 2000 Sedan Deville (Road Car)
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Gotta go through Dawson City, of the old gold rush fame. They've got a local specialty cocktail that involves the immersion of an old severed finger into the drink. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 12/7/05, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah, the Disneyland kinda stuff we can get locally... no need to drive 10,000 miles for that ;) History stuff works for me. I really like the history of how places/things developed and how they were (mines, railroads, towns, etc) I imagine they have some really cool railroad stuff all along the trip. Any other railroad buffs out there? John
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q
Easy. My parents have a 120V electric blower fireplace insert for their wood fireplace. When the ice storm hit and they were without power for 3 days in the dead of winter, so my dad plugged the Radio Shack power invertor into the 12V lighter in his Cadillac (with a 350 V8 of course) and ran an extension cord into the house. Then he plugged the fireplace insert into the cord. It didn't heat the -entire- 3500 sqft house, but enough rooms that they could get by. In Montreal, where power was out for weeks, they parked diesel locomotives in the downtown streets to serve as generators for the core buildings. Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 12/7/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: do tell more about this!! TimothyPilgrim wrote: Won't we all be bringing a diesel generator? I mean, why not just bring inverters and use the car engines? It was good enough for my parents to keep the house warm during the big Ice Storm of 1998. Tim 1982 300TD Moby -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 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 new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Tires for free
Those are what came on my wagon when I bought it. I wasn't too confident in them, but then realized it was the steering box. Anybody else running these? Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 12/7/05, Tom Scordato [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tires, Two (2) Pirelli P 4000s, P195/70 R 14
Re: [MBZ] transmission repair, 300SD
For those of you on the West coast, I recommend Wolfgang's German Automatic Transmission in Northridge. A bunch of the area indys pull the trannys out and take them to Wolfie for the rebuild. He specializes in only MB, BMW, Porsche trannys. He is a ZF expert, originally trained and worked in the Fatherland. His prices are in line or possibly better than the others quoted in this tread. No interest just a satisfied customer. Barry -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Tjohn Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 4:06 AM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] transmission repair, 300SD At one point I know Rusty was advertising rebuilt trannys for around $1500 w/ warranty. I'd definitely call him before Adsit. Tjohn 82 300 SD On 12/6/05, Hans Neureiter [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This is what Jaggi replied to my inquiry: 1982 Mercedes 300SD, 722303 02 174697 Transmission. ~ 165 k miles. Transmission leaks @ front (pump seal ?). Please quote estimated rebuilt cost. Can you do R R from/in vehicle ? Reply: 12-5-05 The front pump seal 010 997 50 47 is $12.00. We do not RR transmissions. The cost on a rebuild is $1800.00 without converter.
Re: [MBZ] Headlight repair
I have. JB weld and a coat hanger wire trimmed to length to reinforce it. Pack the inside of the hollow pin with weld, then slip the wire in place. Viola, repaired and more sturdy than when new! On Wed, 07 Dec 2005 19:25:42 -0600, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have never been able to repair the switch pins once the break. Scott Ritchey wrote: Is shoe goo or goop also the best bet for a 126 electric seat switch recline post? -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (happily running WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (Slate grey, black MBTex, WVO/D mix) '82 300D '90 300E (both parts or can run??)
Re: [MBZ] Neutral Safety Switch Adjust
Scott Ritchey wrote: The neutral safety switch on my 300SD is acting up again. It works fine in warm weather and fine in neutral, but won't start in park when it's real cold. After the engine has run a while, it restarts in park just fine. I'd start with checking the external shift linkage. Are the bushings tight or sloppy? Is the adjustment perfect?
Re: [MBZ] Some things are just plain wrong
Anywhere you are getting ready to make a left turn from a one way street. Mike - Original Message - From: Potter, Tom E [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 8:41 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Some things are just plain wrong OK. Here is my trivia question: Where in the United States do folks drive on the left? (Unless it has changed in the last 20 years). -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2005 10:47 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] Some things are just plain wrong THere's that old joke about the switchover, wanting to ease into it. On Monday all trucks and buses will switch sides, and if it works out OK on Tuesday the cars will switch too. --R Jim Cathey wrote: It was, I believe in the early 60', when Sweden changed from L/H to R/H traffic. They did it over night and had minor mishaps. Swedes I worked with years ago said that after much argument back and forth and wrangling about the details, it was decreed by the King to be on such-and-such a day. And so it was. Traffic accidents went _down_, too. Mostly because everybody was being extremely careful at first. -- Jim ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Very trueAsk Mac..Mike - Original Message - From: Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 11:12 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...? KALEB'S CREEDO: cheap does not equal junk or bad. Bob Rentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] 84 190E - Concerns?
Run, don't walk away from it. I don't have enough time or space to say why. Just trust me. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ed Booher Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 6:12 PM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: [MBZ] 84 190E - Concerns? All, Looking at a 190E for what I feel is a too cheap price of $600. The seller says the vehicle will start and run but usually needs to be coaxed into doing so. Said something like the injection pump was bad and that the repair was more than the car is worth? I thought it was diesels that had IP's, not gassers? But, never having owned an MB yet I know next to nothing about them except what I've read here. The body appears straight and I can see no immediately apparent rust. 190,000 miles, AT (of course), have not seen interior yet. (Talked to seller on phone, have seen a few pics) What should I know about this so I go into this with eyes open? Is the 190E engine problematic? What questions should I ask? Why does he say IP is bad? Are these like the 116 that traps and hides rust? Where should I focus looking for rust? You know, etc, etc. Thanks in advance all -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil. ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Do they still require you to know Morse Code to get a license? Thanks -Dave Walton 94 S350, 99 E300 On 12/7/05, Kevin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Wed, Dec 07, 2005 at 09:14:39PM -0600, OK Don wrote: You can all get ham licenses - the basic license test is easy, ALL the questions and answers are on the web, you get to use real radios, and can use from a milliwatt to 1500 watts. Sort of. Ham radios are far more expensive than FRS, and assuming you don't install a mobile and use a handheld, the handhelds get extremely hot in your hand if you have an extended conversation or have it plugged into vehicle power. Yes, the ham mobiles (and handhelds for that matter) will have longer range for communications, but that really doesn't come into play for a caravan of vehicles. And if one car doesn't have a ham licensee in the car, they're essentially locked out of communications. Easy as the test is, not all have the time to study then show up for the test. K ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] 124 Steel Wheels?
Has anyone found steel rims for a 124? We're trying to find some for Dwight (lister) for use with snow tires. We found these, which we are unsure they will fit- can anyone help? http://www.autoguide.net/apf/mercedes-wheels_rims/ 15x6 steel wheel. John Peterson Dwight Giles Rhode Island Listers 1990, 1991 300D 2.5's
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Still have mine. 24 channels. On a shelve in the garage. When I get frustrated, I pick up the mike and holler Breaker 1-9 -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D On 12/7/05, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Everyone should get CB's. I used to have a CB in my 240D when I was 16.
Re: [MBZ] Some things are just plain wrong
Donkeys don't get offended. They are contrary and just kick ass. On 12/7/05, Fmiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: rumor has it that Potter, wrote: You win the Kewpie (sp) doll. I was told that they tried to change to RHD after the US bought the islands, but they could not get the donkeys to walk on the right. I equate that to trying to get Americans to adopt the metric system. Hey! Careful with those donkey coments!!! The donkeys might get offended and then PETA will be after you... Philip, pro-metric ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D
Re: [MBZ] Diesel on the brain making you crazy?
You folks aren't even in the contest. This is our first morning this week when the temperature was above 0F when I drove to work. Today it was a sweltering +9F at 7:00 a.m., up 18 degrees from yesterday morning's temps. ... Oh, car has not failed me at all since adding 2 cups of distilled water to the battery. On 12/8/05, Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 10F this morning. Hammie started but wasn't crazy about the idea. I remember that the year he started real good in the very cold I was putting a dose (4oz, not the 32oz I put in the 190D yesterday) of Diesel Kleen in at every fillup. The new starter sure cranks better than the old one did! One of my coworkers has expressed some interest in Hammie as a car for his wife. We'd talked about how the block heater is nice for pre-warming the car on those cold mornings and I told him how it was hard for me to use it with no outside electric. When he saw me today and I told him I hadn't used the block heater he got very enthusiastic. I guess he figures if it could start today its good for anytime We're looking to buy a condo with a window on the driveway side. Oh how I long to plug in the block heater from within the apartment! -Curt '83 240D Hammie 229kmi '85 190D 233kmi From: Christopher McCann [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 1:38 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Diesel on the brain making you crazy? about the same here - good time to discuss the arctic - dismisses any romantic notions. COLD! Actually, Deadhorse, yesterday, was not any colder than Wisconsin. Chris - Yahoo! Shopping Find Great Deals on Holiday Gifts at Yahoo! Shopping ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
[MBZ] OT - Gmail question
Noticed this on several occasions: When I reply to a post, send the reply and afterwards delete the post, it seems my reply does not go to the list. -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D
Re: [MBZ] Tires for free
TimothyPilgrim wrote: Those are what came on my wagon when I bought it. I wasn't too confident in them, but then realized it was the steering box. Anybody else running these? I have on my 300D and was pretty impressed with them. Ride and handling were better than any other of the motley cheap tire collection I've used on the 123, and they were great in the snow. Didn't last very long, but I think they're only claimed to be a 40k mile tire. I'd buy 'em again (and probably will soon, for the Passat). Tom
Re: [MBZ] OT - Gmail question
That is true. You won't normally see your own reply on the list for some reason. On 12/8/05, Hans Neureiter [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Noticed this on several occasions: When I reply to a post, send the reply and afterwards delete the post, it seems my reply does not go to the list. -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
Re: [MBZ] One more Carfax request
Looks like someone is going to get a steal deal on this car - http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=4594859231sspagename=ADME%3AB%3AWNA%3AMT%3A12 The engine has been replaced with a factory crate one 20k miles ago and talked to the owner A/C was replaced not too long ago too. Thinking about driving S class car for at least next 200k miles without problems on the engine! For the current bid price you can't even buy a 150k e300D. Someone on the list please get it! Tan --- Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Vehicle Snapshot Vehicle 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300 Series 300SD VIN WDBGB34E6NA053060 Body Style 4 Door Sedan Country of Manufacture Germany Vehicle History Checklist Vehicle Description WDBGB34E6NA053060 Title Check No records found Problem Check No records found Odometer Check No records found Vehicle Information No records found Full History Records found Title Check Your vehicle checks out! Abandoned No Abandoned Records Found Damaged No Damaged Records Found Fire Damage No Fire Damage Records Found Grey Market No Grey Market Records Found Hail Damage No Hail Damage Records Found Insurance Loss No Insurance Loss Records Found Junk No Junk Records Found Rebuilt/Rebuildable No Rebuilt/Rebuildable Records Found Salvage No Salvage Records Found Problem Check Your vehicle checks out! NHTSA Crash Test Vehicle No NHTSA Crash Test Vehicle Records Found Fire Damage Incident No Fire Damage Incident Records Found Frame Damage No Frame Damage Records Found Major Damage No Major Damage Records Found Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon No Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon Records Found Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon No Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon Records Found Odometer Problem No Odometer Problem Records Found Salvage Auction No Salvage Auction Records Found Water Damage No Water Damage Records Found Vehicle Information Your vehicle checks out! Accident Data No Accident Data Records Found Corrected Title No Corrected Title Records Found Driver Education No Driver Education Records Found Duplicate Title No Duplicate Title Records Found Emission/Safety Inspection No Emission/Safety Inspection Records Found Livery Use No Livery Use Records Found Government Use No Government Use Records Found Police Use No Police Use Records Found Rental/Fleet No Rental/Fleet Records Found Repossessed No Repossessed Records Found Taxi Use No Taxi Use Records Found Theft No Theft Records Found Vehicle History Records We have searched the Experian Automotive National Vehicle Database of insurance, DMV, and auto auction information and found the following 16 records for this 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300 SERIES 300SD. Note the highlighted rows for potential issues that could affect the value of this vehicle. Date Location Mileage Description 1992-07-08 atkinson, NH 74 title 1996-09-13 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1997-09-16 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1998-09-04 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1999-09-07 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 2003-06-09 manchester, NH 49458 vehicle in dealer inventory 2003-06-17 new england region, 49556 reported at auto auction 2003-10-14 MA registration event/renewal 2003-10-31 MA 50295 title 2004-02-11 live oak, FL title 2004-02-11 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2004-02-11 live oak, FL excluded/exempt 2004-06-01 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2004-06-01 live oak, FL excluded/exempt 2005-04-15 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2005-04-15 live oak, FL excluded/exempt Glossary of Descriptions Found for This Vehicle (full glossary) Description Full Definition Title Vehicle had title registration event reported by state DMV. Renewal Vehicle had registration renewal event reported by state DMV. Odometer Reading from Auto Dealer Odometer reading was provided by an independent source from an auto dealer. Auction Odometer Reading Vehicle reported the vehicle's odometer reading is from auto auction. Excluded/Exempt Vehicle is generally exempt from normal/mandatory odometer law for the following reasons: 1.Vehicle model year is 10 years or older. 2.Gross weight of vehicle over 16000 lbs. 3.Vehicle is not self-propelled. 4.Titled to the manufacturer. Highlights Highlights from our Editors' Review of the 1990-95 Mercedes-Benz E-Class The following summary includes recall and trouble spot information for several model years of this vehicle. Only information labeled 1990-95 applies to this vehicle. Consumer Guide Rating N/A Pros Antilock brakes, Steering/handling, Ride Cons Fuel economy, Automatic-transmission performance, Price Road Test Scores Performance 5 Fuel Economy 3 Ride Quality 7 Steering/Handling/Braking 6 Quietness 6 Controls/Materials 6 Interior Room 6 Room/Comfort (rear) 4 Cargo Capacity 4 Value within Class 5 (all scores out of 10) NHTSA
Re: [MBZ] One more Carfax request
I would want to see receipts for that engine. Tan Qu wrote: Looks like someone is going to get a steal deal on this car - http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=4594859231sspagename=ADME%3AB%3AWNA%3AMT%3A12 The engine has been replaced with a factory crate one 20k miles ago and talked to the owner A/C was replaced not too long ago too. Thinking about driving S class car for at least next 200k miles without problems on the engine! For the current bid price you can't even buy a 150k e300D. Someone on the list please get it! Tan --- Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Vehicle Snapshot Vehicle 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300 Series 300SD VIN WDBGB34E6NA053060 Body Style 4 Door Sedan Country of Manufacture Germany Vehicle History Checklist Vehicle Description WDBGB34E6NA053060 Title Check No records found Problem Check No records found Odometer Check No records found Vehicle Information No records found Full History Records found Title Check Your vehicle checks out! Abandoned No Abandoned Records Found Damaged No Damaged Records Found Fire Damage No Fire Damage Records Found Grey Market No Grey Market Records Found Hail Damage No Hail Damage Records Found Insurance Loss No Insurance Loss Records Found Junk No Junk Records Found Rebuilt/Rebuildable No Rebuilt/Rebuildable Records Found Salvage No Salvage Records Found Problem Check Your vehicle checks out! NHTSA Crash Test Vehicle No NHTSA Crash Test Vehicle Records Found Fire Damage Incident No Fire Damage Incident Records Found Frame Damage No Frame Damage Records Found Major Damage No Major Damage Records Found Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon No Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon Records Found Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon No Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon Records Found Odometer Problem No Odometer Problem Records Found Salvage Auction No Salvage Auction Records Found Water Damage No Water Damage Records Found Vehicle Information Your vehicle checks out! Accident Data No Accident Data Records Found Corrected Title No Corrected Title Records Found Driver Education No Driver Education Records Found Duplicate Title No Duplicate Title Records Found Emission/Safety Inspection No Emission/Safety Inspection Records Found Livery Use No Livery Use Records Found Government Use No Government Use Records Found Police Use No Police Use Records Found Rental/Fleet No Rental/Fleet Records Found Repossessed No Repossessed Records Found Taxi Use No Taxi Use Records Found Theft No Theft Records Found Vehicle History Records We have searched the Experian Automotive National Vehicle Database of insurance, DMV, and auto auction information and found the following 16 records for this 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300 SERIES 300SD. Note the highlighted rows for potential issues that could affect the value of this vehicle. Date Location Mileage Description 1992-07-08 atkinson, NH 74 title 1996-09-13 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1997-09-16 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1998-09-04 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1999-09-07 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 2003-06-09 manchester, NH 49458 vehicle in dealer inventory 2003-06-17 new england region, 49556 reported at auto auction 2003-10-14 MA registration event/renewal 2003-10-31 MA 50295 title 2004-02-11 live oak, FL title 2004-02-11 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2004-02-11 live oak, FL excluded/exempt 2004-06-01 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2004-06-01 live oak, FL excluded/exempt 2005-04-15 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2005-04-15 live oak, FL excluded/exempt Glossary of Descriptions Found for This Vehicle (full glossary) Description Full Definition Title Vehicle had title registration event reported by state DMV. Renewal Vehicle had registration renewal event reported by state DMV. Odometer Reading from Auto Dealer Odometer reading was provided by an independent source from an auto dealer. Auction Odometer Reading Vehicle reported the vehicle's odometer reading is from auto auction. Excluded/Exempt Vehicle is generally exempt from normal/mandatory odometer law for the following reasons: 1.Vehicle model year is 10 years or older. 2.Gross weight of vehicle over 16000 lbs. 3.Vehicle is not self-propelled. 4.Titled to the manufacturer. Highlights Highlights from our Editors' Review of the 1990-95 Mercedes-Benz E-Class The following summary includes recall and trouble spot information for several model years of this vehicle. Only information labeled 1990-95 applies to this vehicle. Consumer Guide Rating N/A Pros Antilock brakes, Steering/handling, Ride Cons Fuel economy, Automatic-transmission performance, Price Road Test Scores Performance 5 Fuel Economy 3 Ride Quality 7 Steering/Handling/Braking 6 Quietness 6 Controls/Materials 6 Interior Room 6 Room/Comfort (rear) 4 Cargo Capacity 4 Value within Class 5 (all scores out of 10) NHTSA Safety Ratings N/A (all scores out of 5) Recalls Check with the seller to ensure that
[MBZ] CBs, was Arctic-Q...?
Hans writes: Still have mine. 24 channels. On a shelve in the garage. When I get frustrated, I pick up the mike and holler Breaker 1-9 Funny, I just *installed* mine a month ago when I picked up my car. It's part of the basic electronics package -- Valentine hardwire, speaker kit for cellphone and CB radio. Then comes eurolamps (on the shelf waiting for wiper washer, trim parts paint). I was pleasantly surprised with the performance of the Uniden 520 in this car. Seems the Wilson 1000 is much happier as a permanent trunk mount than as a magnetic mount on the roof (had no choice on my Audi wagon...) CBs have saved my butt *many* times, and not just for bear notification. When I was coming home from college once, I forgot about one toll on the NY thruway and ate my toll money at McDonalds... So here I am, on the thruway, literally $.50 short of making it home. I begged the $.50 on the CB...no more than 5 minutes later I had cash in hand and was through the tolls with the directions to pay it forward. It was a great lesson and I've been paying it forward in one way or another ever since... Lee '93 300D 2.5L 180K
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Will do BR - Original Message - From: Mike Canfield [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2005 7:24 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...? Bet there's not but just maybe if all the cars were running it Ole Willy might just be crazy enough to send a tanker or two along and donate the fuel..Now how to go about at least getting a chance to pass it by him. Sounds right up his alley to me. Mike - Original Message - From: Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 11:38 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...? I bet there's not much bio on the way...but I could be wrong. Time to do a search. Bob Rentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ - Original Message - From: TimothyPilgrim [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 9:17 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...? How about Willy Nelson's biodiesel company? There's somebody with money and an actual link to the cause! Tim 1982 300TD Moby On 12/7/05, Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chris mentioned: but we could still advertise the list with magnets on our cars...without the list we'd all be on our own. They do a thing out here each year, the Copperstate 1000 (or something like that), which is not a rally...it's just vintage cars going roundy roundy in Arizona. They have sponsors galore. I'd bet we'd be surprised at the sponsors we could get. We'd have to think outside the box. I will get in touch with those Copperstate dudes and ask them how they go about getting sponsors for something that isn't a race or a rally. I'm sure they have good ideas and methods. Our possibilities could be Mobil 1, Hengst/Mann Filters, Bosch, Michelin, etc. Could go into REI (camping gear) and stuff like that. I'm sure, once we get something tenativly hammered out, Chuck would be happy to speak to Mr. Frank Barrett. Chuck is a very benevolent, diplomatic human. Bob Rentfro (studying route to Deadhorse) '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] One more Carfax request
What a sweet car. I would have paid $10K for it. Someone want to buy my W124? Lee '93 300D 2.5L 180K -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tan Qu Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2005 11:38 AM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: Re: [MBZ] One more Carfax request Looks like someone is going to get a steal deal on this car - http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem= 4594859231sspagename=ADME%3AB%3AWNA%3AMT%3A12 The engine has been replaced with a factory crate one 20k miles ago and talked to the owner A/C was replaced not too long ago too. Thinking about driving S class car for at least next 200k miles without problems on the engine! For the current bid price you can't even buy a 150k e300D. Someone on the list please get it! Tan --- Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Vehicle Snapshot Vehicle 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300 Series 300SD VIN WDBGB34E6NA053060 Body Style 4 Door Sedan Country of Manufacture Germany Vehicle History Checklist Vehicle Description WDBGB34E6NA053060 Title Check No records found Problem Check No records found Odometer Check No records found Vehicle Information No records found Full History Records found Title Check Your vehicle checks out! Abandoned No Abandoned Records Found Damaged No Damaged Records Found Fire Damage No Fire Damage Records Found Grey Market No Grey Market Records Found Hail Damage No Hail Damage Records Found Insurance Loss No Insurance Loss Records Found Junk No Junk Records Found Rebuilt/Rebuildable No Rebuilt/Rebuildable Records Found Salvage No Salvage Records Found Problem Check Your vehicle checks out! NHTSA Crash Test Vehicle No NHTSA Crash Test Vehicle Records Found Fire Damage Incident No Fire Damage Incident Records Found Frame Damage No Frame Damage Records Found Major Damage No Major Damage Records Found Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon No Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon Records Found Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon No Manufacturer Buyback/Lemon Records Found Odometer Problem No Odometer Problem Records Found Salvage Auction No Salvage Auction Records Found Water Damage No Water Damage Records Found Vehicle Information Your vehicle checks out! Accident Data No Accident Data Records Found Corrected Title No Corrected Title Records Found Driver Education No Driver Education Records Found Duplicate Title No Duplicate Title Records Found Emission/Safety Inspection No Emission/Safety Inspection Records Found Livery Use No Livery Use Records Found Government Use No Government Use Records Found Police Use No Police Use Records Found Rental/Fleet No Rental/Fleet Records Found Repossessed No Repossessed Records Found Taxi Use No Taxi Use Records Found Theft No Theft Records Found Vehicle History Records We have searched the Experian Automotive National Vehicle Database of insurance, DMV, and auto auction information and found the following 16 records for this 1992 MERCEDES-BENZ 300 SERIES 300SD. Note the highlighted rows for potential issues that could affect the value of this vehicle. Date Location Mileage Description 1992-07-08 atkinson, NH 74 title 1996-09-13 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1997-09-16 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1998-09-04 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 1999-09-07 atkinson, NH registration event/renewal 2003-06-09 manchester, NH 49458 vehicle in dealer inventory 2003-06-17 new england region, 49556 reported at auto auction 2003-10-14 MA registration event/renewal 2003-10-31 MA 50295 title 2004-02-11 live oak, FL title 2004-02-11 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2004-02-11 live oak, FL excluded/exempt 2004-06-01 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2004-06-01 live oak, FL excluded/exempt 2005-04-15 live oak, FL registration event/renewal 2005-04-15 live oak, FL excluded/exempt Glossary of Descriptions Found for This Vehicle (full glossary) Description Full Definition Title Vehicle had title registration event reported by state DMV. Renewal Vehicle had registration renewal event reported by state DMV. Odometer Reading from Auto Dealer Odometer reading was provided by an independent source from an auto dealer. Auction Odometer Reading Vehicle reported the vehicle's odometer reading is from auto auction. Excluded/Exempt Vehicle is generally exempt from normal/mandatory odometer law for the following reasons: 1.Vehicle model year is 10 years or older. 2.Gross weight of vehicle over 16000 lbs. 3.Vehicle is not self-propelled. 4.Titled to the manufacturer. Highlights Highlights from our Editors' Review of the 1990-95 Mercedes-Benz E-Class The following summary includes recall and trouble spot information for several model
Re: [MBZ] Diesel on the brain making you crazy?
You folks aren't even in the contest. This is our first morning this week when the temperature was above 0F when I drove to work. Today it was a sweltering +9F at 7:00 a.m., up 18 degrees from yesterday morning's temps. Okay you win. It was a balmy 18F when I took my car to my mechanic this morning for some additional work (trannie rattle) and rode my bicycle home, about 15 miles. Toasty. Lee '93 300D 2.5L 180K '01 Colnago C40 Campy Record, mileage unknown ...and a *bunch* of other bikes
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Still have mine. 24 channels. On a shelve in the garage. When I get frustrated, I pick up the mike and holler Breaker 1-9 That would be 23, or 40. We use ours every time we caravan. No problem whatsoever except when we try to get by with the rubber duckie antennae inside the cars. A magnetic-mount external antenna has cured the problems every time, even if it's inside on the back seat. These are Uniden 510's, which are small, a good brand, and relatively inexpensive (used). C'mon fellas, _good_ used CB's are TOTALLY in keeping with the cars you are using! Leave the FRS for the Toyondexuses. -- Jim
[MBZ] Weather
Lt. Don wrote: You folks aren't even in the contest. This is our first morning this week when the temperature was above 0F when I drove to work. Today it was a sweltering +9F at 7:00 a.m., up 18 degrees from yesterday morning's temps. ... Oh, car has not failed me at all since adding 2 cups of distilled water to the battery. In Wichita, it was minus 4 this morning with 1-2 inches of snow. Donald H. Snook
Re: [MBZ] 124 Steel Wheels?
John, I've got 5 15 bundt wheels that are available...they were the stock wheels on my W124 and I replaced them with 15 AMG flat wheels for winter use. I've also got a set of later 16 E style wheels that I'll be using for summer tires in the spring... They've got a mix of fair and bad Cooper tires on them...and I'm just a stone's throw from you in Boston... Please save me the trouble of putting them on ebay and shipping! Lee '93 300D 2.5L 180K -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Peterson Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2005 11:21 AM To: Mercedes mailing list Subject: [MBZ] 124 Steel Wheels? Has anyone found steel rims for a 124? We're trying to find some for Dwight (lister) for use with snow tires. We found these, which we are unsure they will fit- can anyone help? http://www.autoguide.net/apf/mercedes-wheels_rims/ 15x6 steel wheel. John Peterson Dwight Giles Rhode Island Listers 1990, 1991 300D 2.5's ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] One more Carfax request
thats cool, now if I just had some money. Tan Qu wrote: Had the seller displayed all the receipts on the ebay the price would have gone much higher. Even if you win it and the seller does not have receipt you still can back out as it was misrepresented. Talked to the guy yesterday and he said he does have all the receipts. Tan -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 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] Weather
Tulsa (Sand Springs) had about 2 inches, maybe, of snow. Nice dry powder. Temp this morning when I went out to shovel a bit was 7, but that was about 9:30 A.M. I miss Arizona. Oh well... :( Tom At 10:43 AM 12/08/2005 -0600, you wrote: Lt. Don wrote: You folks aren't even in the contest. This is our first morning this week when the temperature was above 0F when I drove to work. Today it was a sweltering +9F at 7:00 a.m., up 18 degrees from yesterday morning's temps. ... Oh, car has not failed me at all since adding 2 cups of distilled water to the battery. In Wichita, it was minus 4 this morning with 1-2 inches of snow. Donald H. Snook ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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: 267.13.12/193 - Release Date: 12/06/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.13.12/193 - Release Date: 12/06/2005
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Mike wondered: Nor the Land Cruiser...Will this be MBZ specific? What about Benz powered? Like my dream of an old Willy's Wagoneer with a 300D engine runnning WVO for example? That may be a possibilty by then. I'm sure a spattering of non-MBs in the procession will be acceptable...since I'm pretty sure we'll have nothing to do with MBCA on our escapade. We have a long time do hammer these things out...and a long time for some of us to add a MB to our fleet. For example: http://makeashorterlink.com/?J5CE5474C I think the MB gods are telling m something. Bob Rentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ
Re: [MBZ] Neutral Safety Switch Adjust
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 12/7/2005 8:09:24 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The neutral safety switch on my 300SD is acting up again. It works fine in warm weather and fine in neutral, but won't start in park when it's real cold. After the engine has run a while, it restarts in park just fine. I suspect the switch just needs adjustment and maybe cleaning. Any advice Scott, On my 79, I removed the switch, took it apart and cleaned it. It resides in a very dirty area on the outside of the transmission. Be very careful when unplugging the wire harness as the locking tabs are brittle and should not be bent any more than absolutely necessary. It has worked fine for years since cleaning it. Why would dirt cause the switch to fail only when it was cold? Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) der Dieseling Doktor [EMAIL PROTECTED] '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 turbo 237kmi
Re: [MBZ] Weather
I guess I have no concept of cold - I was walking to school today, it's 25 degrees out and I thought, Man, this sucks. On 12/8/05, Tom Reynolds [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tulsa (Sand Springs) had about 2 inches, maybe, of snow. Nice dry powder. Temp this morning when I went out to shovel a bit was 7, but that was about 9:30 A.M. I miss Arizona. Oh well... :( Tom At 10:43 AM 12/08/2005 -0600, you wrote: Lt. Don wrote: You folks aren't even in the contest. This is our first morning this week when the temperature was above 0F when I drove to work. Today it was a sweltering +9F at 7:00 a.m., up 18 degrees from yesterday morning's temps. ... Oh, car has not failed me at all since adding 2 cups of distilled water to the battery. In Wichita, it was minus 4 this morning with 1-2 inches of snow. Donald H. Snook ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] 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: 267.13.12/193 - Release Date: 12/06/2005 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.13.12/193 - Release Date: 12/06/2005 ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
Re: [MBZ] Arctic-Q...?
Mike typed: Dealerships would LOVE to see thier name on 20 or so classic Benz' making the trip for a measly few hundred dollars each...Advertising is where the money is. Ahh...dealerships. I'm contacting whomever I can think of. I'll let everyone know what I hear back from companies. If anyone has ideas, you can email me off list so we don't clog it up. So far I've contacted: Hella PPG M1 Bilstien Bosch Michelin (snows depend upon when we go) Heard back from Hella and they are interested. Going to contact several big dealerships and MBUSA. Bob Rrentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ
Re: [MBZ] Neutral Safety Switch Adjust
Depends on the moisture content of the dirt. On 12/8/05, Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: J Why would dirt cause the switch to fail only when it was cold? Marshall -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen
Re: [MBZ] Weather
Tom sighed: I miss Arizona. Oh well... It was 39 this morning, but it is going to be 72 this afternoon. Sorry. Bob Rentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ
[MBZ] 1992 300SD
Lee wrote: What a sweet car. I would have paid $10K for it. Someone want to buy my W124? Lee '93 300D 2.5L 180K Yes, Lee I do want to buy your car. How does $2K sound. Can you deliver it to Wichita? Donald H. Snook McDonald, Tinker, Skaer, Quinn Herrington, P.A. 300 West Douglas P.O. Box 207 Wichita, Kansas 67201 0207 Tel. (316) 263-5851 This confidential message may be subject to the attorney-client privilege or protected by the attorney work-product doctrine. If you have recieved this message in error, please delete it and notify me.
Re: [MBZ] OT - Gmail question
Obviously nobody else seen it neither. For instance I replied to the Neutral switch thread, but my nickels worth isn't there. On 12/8/05, LT Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That is true. You won't normally see your own reply on the list for some reason. On 12/8/05, Hans Neureiter [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Noticed this on several occasions: When I reply to a post, send the reply and afterwards delete the post, it seems my reply does not go to the list. -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- 1977 240D 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D
Re: [MBZ] Weather
I like the consitent temp's here. 30 at 6 AM, predicted high for the day 38. Wife made me wrap the pipes. On 12/8/05, Bob Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tom sighed: I miss Arizona. Oh well... It was 39 this morning, but it is going to be 72 this afternoon. Sorry. Bob Rentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ ___ For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D
Re: [MBZ] OT - Gmail question
Hans typed: For instance I replied to the Neutral switch thread, but my nickels worth isn't there. I use g-mail for other stuff and I've noticed the same thing...but I don't recall it always being that way. I'm getting a little frustrated with g-mail Bob Rentfro '77 300D 144K Litchfield Park, AZ
[MBZ] 1992 300SD ON EBAY
Tan wrote: The engine has been replaced with a factory crate one 20k miles ago and talked to the owner A/C was replaced not too long ago too. Did you notice what he actually said on the listing he wrote: The engine problem was fixed under warrenty. It is not a common problem with MB whatsoever. A german automotive specialist replaced the engine using parts delievered from MB. This is not the same as getting a factory rebuilt crate motor. This description sounds like a local dealer rebuilt the engine itself. NOT THE SAME as installing a factory rebuilt. Donald H. Snook -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/gif Size: 43 bytes Desc: image001.gif Url : http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net/attachments/20051208/1ddd50d2/attachment.gif -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/gif Size: 73 bytes Desc: image002.gif Url : http://striplin.net/pipermail/mercedes_striplin.net/attachments/20051208/1ddd50d2/attachment-0001.gif
