Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase
Jim wrote about driving is V12 ( a most amazing engine) pulled away at warp speed with half throttle. Back was throbbing after that but the smile on my face was worth it. Cool - the very best possible therapy. The smile must start every time you reach for the keys - Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2007 9:55 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase Yeah our V12 gets 11 city and 15 highway. The girls have been letting me drive lately. So today I went to Home Depot to walk around and strengthen my legs and back. Sitting at the traffic light I pulled away at warp speed with half throttle. Back was throbbing after that but the smile on my face was worth it. Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dimitri Seretakis Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2007 8:43 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase Now that's one solid- *ss car. Factory mileage specs are 13 city/17 highway. Dimitri 73 220D Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: should get better than that unless you need new injectors or have your foot in it all the time. Sunil Hari wrote: Issue #1 - 12-15 mpg. Issue #2 - It's not mine. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - Be a PS3 game guru. Get your game face on with the latest PS3 news and previews at Yahoo! Games. ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.410 / Virus Database: 268.17.3/642 - Release Date: 1/20/2007
Re: [MBZ] PnP adventure
280SE W116 perhaps? On 1/20/07, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Finally got out of the city and was able to hit the PnP. Hundreds of my closest pals had the same idea on this sunny day, so getting a wheelbarrow was out of the question. That kept the haul to a minimum. Found two Benz. Nice 1965 190D with engine still there and sheet metal looking great, but for the large rust patch on the driver door. Gutted interior, so not able to get much. Auto tranny. Really built like a tank compared to the sheet metal on Gump. The other is a 280sel (w110) that has rear quarter panel damage. Monkeys got in and tore the dash pad off, busted the locks so driver side door do not open and made off with the dash cluster and much that was not nailed down. Engine compartment is not touched. Brown leather seats and most of the wood looked great. I am trying to figure out if I should upgrade Gump with the nice door trim wood, or just offer that on eBay. Might give Gump some pizzazz. Really not sure I want to cut it to make it fit. -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] #_$(_(* 300 CD floppy glove box door
There is too huge a gap between the top of the door and the glove box frame for the latch to work properly. The latch adjustment is incapable of coping with this chasm, and merely holds the door closed until we go over the tiniest bump in the road. Will I be able to access the hinges with the glove box liner removed, or is there some other work involved? On 1/20/07, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: huge gap on the top and droops to the left. I think I need to replace both sets of hinges to rectify the probability that the PO's bratty son used to sit on or swing from the open door. Does anyone know what's involved in doing this? Are the parts even available? There is quite a range of adjustment possible in the hinges and in the latch hook. Mess with it first. If your latch mechanism works properly I wouldn't be replacing it unnecessarily. Lots of them don't work right anymore, nothing to do with hinges or alignment. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] O.T. Hey There Okie Boys
It's snowing here in D.C. Watch those spolied eastern cowboys show off their skill driving SUVs on slick roads. Yee hah! On 1/21/07, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: we got jsut a light dusting - the rest was rain. It didn't get cold enough to snow -- it's 39F now, so the ice from last weekend is melting off. On 1/20/07, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: y'all got any snow today? They were says 4-8 starting in the morning, then they said by noon, then they said 1-3. I have been watching the weather all day at work and the snow line just sort of wrapped around us to the north and to the west of you guys for the most part, We have just been getting rain. THey keep saying it will turn to snow before long but I have not seen it yet. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. Will Rogers '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Short tool review
Harry Watkins wrote: John Do you think they have a socket with enough beef to remove a lug bolt? Sure would be nice to not have to drill it out. Its in the rear, so no wheel removal technique. In my experience, trying to remove a stuck lug bolt on a Mercedes is a job for a professional that's been doing it for YEARS and knows all the moves (I have twisted off a few before I learned to wipe the threads across a piece of paraffin before I installed them). It is NOT usually something that just using one single correct tool or technique will accomplish (although proper tool choice may facilitate things) but really requires YEARS of experience and on the job wisdom. That includes knowing when to pull the hub off of the car and taking it to the bench to loosen or remove the seized lugs. The original lug bolts on '86+ 126/107s are especially problematic as they are prone to snap above the collar and Mercedes has recommended replacing them with the shorter lugs as were used on the '86+ 201/124s. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [MBZ] Pimp my ride ...
I could just barf. Are those alloy wheels or modified (custom) compost strainers? On 1/21/07, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ouch! - there ain't no accountin for taste. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. Will Rogers '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Short tool review
I thought sears decided that Crafstman tools no longer should have lifetime warranties... On 1/21/07, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It's more likely that the bolt will break On 1/21/07, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Do you think they have a socket with enough beef to remove a lug bolt? Sure would be nice to not have to drill it out. Its in the rear, so no wheel removal technique. It's a Craftsman, so give it a try. If you break it, Sears will replace it free. Allan -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. Will Rogers '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] #_$(_(* 300 CD floppy glove box door
I can't remember if you get at them from the top or the bottom, but it takes about a minute to get the GB liner out (little pop-out plastic rivets), so do that anyway, should help the process. Maybe the hinges are just bent, a little BFH persuasion might fix them. --R andrew strasfogel wrote: There is too huge a gap between the top of the door and the glove box frame for the latch to work properly. The latch adjustment is incapable of coping with this chasm, and merely holds the door closed until we go over the tiniest bump in the road. Will I be able to access the hinges with the glove box liner removed, or is there some other work involved?
Re: [MBZ] O.T. Hey There Okie Boys
On our drive across CO and KS a couple weeks ago, on pack ice and snow,
a lot a them western cowboys showed the same skills with their
pickemups, along with the Tahoe/Suburban/Lexus crowd. We're OK honey,
we have FOUR WHEEL DRIVE! (but no-wheel stop!)
I tried to maintain about 200ft to the car in front of me, but
invariably some jerk would get up on my bumper, trying to push me to get
closer. Then when I wasn't moving closer, he would pass on the really
bad side, where no one was driving, then cut in front of me and go get
up on the bumper of the car in front. Then I would see him hit his
brakes and watch the rear end start to come loose -- so I would drop
back a bit more.
{Snow is a solvent on the glue of society in DC)
--R
andrew strasfogel wrote:
It's snowing here in D.C. Watch those spolied eastern cowboys show
off their skill driving SUVs on slick roads. Yee hah!
Re: [MBZ] Short tool review
AFAIK, there's still a lifetime warranty on all Craftsman hand tools - just cashed in a pair of pliers about a month ago. On 1/21/07, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I thought sears decided that Crafstman tools no longer should have lifetime warranties... On 1/21/07, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It's more likely that the bolt will break On 1/21/07, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Do you think they have a socket with enough beef to remove a lug bolt? Sure would be nice to not have to drill it out. Its in the rear, so no wheel removal technique. It's a Craftsman, so give it a try. If you break it, Sears will replace it free. Allan -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. Will Rogers '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
While folding laundry a few minutes ago I was watching a show on NBC aobut the Detroit auto show, they had a segment on diesels. Talked about MB, Audi, VW, and ?? (Honda?) all working under the Bluetec word to promote diesels. Diesel has 25% more fuel mileage (did not mention energy content and cost). Mentioned the VW V10 diesel Doorag. Autoweek on TV this morning thought the E320CDI was very nice but with the additional cost of the engine and fuel, wondered about the economics. --R Ed Booher wrote: On 1/19/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just happened to scan the TV past PBS and caught the back end of Motorweek. They were reviewing the '07 E320 Bluetec. (hope I have the number correct) Oddly, on The Weather Channel tonight, there was a bit about the new MB Bluetec. The opening blurb was You call it Diesel, Mercedes calls it Bluetec.
Re: [MBZ] Short tool review
Three things The head has already broken off. Around here there are not many MBs and probably not many pros with a lot of experience. I fear if I leave it with someone, out will come the torch. Marshall, do you have a part number for the short lug bolts? 4th, Is that a fact about Sears's lifetime policy? Thanks Harry On 1/21/07, Marshall Booth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Harry Watkins wrote: John Do you think they have a socket with enough beef to remove a lug bolt? Sure would be nice to not have to drill it out. Its in the rear, so no wheel removal technique. In my experience, trying to remove a stuck lug bolt on a Mercedes is a job for a professional that's been doing it for YEARS and knows all the moves (I have twisted off a few before I learned to wipe the threads across a piece of paraffin before I installed them). It is NOT usually something that just using one single correct tool or technique will accomplish (although proper tool choice may facilitate things) but really requires YEARS of experience and on the job wisdom. That includes knowing when to pull the hub off of the car and taking it to the bench to loosen or remove the seized lugs. The original lug bolts on '86+ 126/107s are especially problematic as they are prone to snap above the collar and Mercedes has recommended replacing them with the shorter lugs as were used on the '86+ 201/124s. Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] #_$(_(* 300 CD floppy glove box door
Thanks. BTW, does anyone know what the specialized tool is called that removes/tightens those threaded washers with the notches on either side that secure the GB hinges? Pin Wrench?? Split ring pliers??? On 1/21/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I can't remember if you get at them from the top or the bottom, but it takes about a minute to get the GB liner out (little pop-out plastic rivets), so do that anyway, should help the process. Maybe the hinges are just bent, a little BFH persuasion might fix them. --R andrew strasfogel wrote: There is too huge a gap between the top of the door and the glove box frame for the latch to work properly. The latch adjustment is incapable of coping with this chasm, and merely holds the door closed until we go over the tiniest bump in the road. Will I be able to access the hinges with the glove box liner removed, or is there some other work involved? ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Pimp my ride ...
Much usage of Banned language That is just plain HIDEOUS I can see maybe doing something that disgusting to Gump, but Pluck my eyeballs out and wash them in turpentine after seeing that mess On Jan 21, 2007, at 7:51 AM, Allan Streib wrote: To quote the ad: It's a nice daily driver. I don't think my eyes could take this on a daily basis: http://i20.ebayimg.com/02/i/000/82/77/1683_3.JPG Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ViewItemviewitem=item=140075583521 In San Diego up for NO RESERVE auction is one of a kind designer's Mercedes ... ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz
Re: [MBZ] Short tool review
Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: AFAIK, there's still a lifetime warranty on all Craftsman hand tools - just cashed in a pair of pliers about a month ago. Yes, as far as I know they still provide the lifetime warranty. The key is hand tools -- none of the power tools, air tools, etc have this warranty. Also Sears now sells a lot of tools that are not Craftsman tools: those are not warranted for life unless so stated on the packaging. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] OM603 head bolt tightening sequence
Nice work Joe! Have fun with the head job. Bob D. On 1/20/07, Joe Knight [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://jsknight.googlepages.com/124 Just finished yanking the head from my wagon. Fooled around a bit with acrobat and the subject page from the W126 manual. It's a much more legible diagram than that contained in the W124 manual. -joe ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Short tool review
I recently got a replacement for a 1/4 drive U-joint that was too loose, a 6mm Allen socket that the bit kept falling out of, and a 16oz. hammer that the rubber grip had cracked on - no questions - just get yourself a new one. Yes, as far as I know they still provide the lifetime warranty. The key is hand tools -- none of the power tools, air tools, etc have this warranty. Also Sears now sells a lot of tools that are not Craftsman tools: those are not warranted for life unless so stated on the packaging. Allan -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. Will Rogers '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager
Re: [MBZ] #_$(_(* 300 CD floppy glove box door
BTW, does anyone know what the specialized tool is called that removes/tightens those threaded washers with the notches on either side that secure the GB hinges? Pin Wrench?? Split ring pliers??? I call them needle nosed pliers. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] Pimp my ride ...
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007, Allan Streib wrote: I don't think my eyes could take this on a daily basis: http://i20.ebayimg.com/02/i/000/82/77/1683_3.JPG Gaaack! Gucci? What do you think the electronic boxes under the passenger side dash are? -j.
Re: [MBZ] Short tool review
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007, Harry Watkins wrote: Do you think they have a socket with enough beef to remove a lug bolt? Sure would be nice to not have to drill it out. Its in the rear, so no wheel removal technique. I don't know. I was thinking I might try if I had issues; a lug bolt was stuck and started to bend (then I twisted off a 1/2x3/8 adapter), so I gave up and sprayed with PB every day for a week, I came back with a 17mm 6 pt and leaned on it and it gave a creak and started to move. If it had gone south and one of those DID not work, my locla stealership allegedly has someone who is good enough with a plasma cutter to blow them right out (without damaging the wheel or threads). I commented that the guy must have chrome plated cast iron cojones at least 75mm in diameter. I figured if it twisted off, I would pay good money to see that happen! -j.
Re: [MBZ] O.T. Hey There Okie Boys
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007, andrew strasfogel wrote: It's snowing here in D.C. Watch those spolied eastern cowboys show off their skill driving SUVs on slick roads. Yee hah! I like to see my aggressive SUV co-drivers sunny side down or over hard, thankyouverymuch. Preferrably over the RH side of the road in the ditch where they dont block traffic too much. Remember: Laws don't stop drunk drivers; Trees do. (I feel sorry for the trees, but somoene has to enforce natural selection) I just think of the results as an example of how nature's treatment of stupidity as a capital offense has not yet been fully legislated/regulated away. Evolution in action if you will! (This is also true of SUV drivers in four-wheel-slide mode) .. I bet there will be a lot of them over the side of the road on I-70 tonight! -j. BTW I am in Baltimore City. And am donating the Jeep.
Re: [MBZ] Short tool review
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007, Marshall Booth wrote: Harry Watkins wrote: John Do you think they have a socket with enough beef to remove a lug bolt? Sure would be nice to not have to drill it out. Its in the rear, so no wheel removal technique. The original lug bolts on '86+ 126/107s are especially problematic as they are prone to snap above the collar and Mercedes has recommended replacing them with the shorter lugs as were used on the '86+ 201/124s. The 210's had the necked bolts as well (through 99 at least) The bolt that caused me the issue was an E-10 headed bolt that secured the torsion bar to the chassis. The bot had been up-reved to a Hex head bolt, and all of them lost the ears on them coming out, but this last one did it just a little too soon. It was one of those microencapsulated threadlock bolts, and it lost the head with 2 turns of the crap left in the chassis. There was no rust on the bolt to speak of. Whomever developed that fetish for E-torx fastener heads should be shot. -j. -- John Reames 1985 300d, 223K Gerta 1991 Cherokee, 149K The fishbowl 1999 E300Dt, 141K Hans (weeping oil cooler fitting, 1qt/5Kmi) 1999 E300Dt, 106K Frantz (no longer creaks thanks to new sway bar bushings/links)
Re: [MBZ] Short tool review
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007, Sunil Hari wrote: AFAIK, there's still a lifetime warranty on all Craftsman hand tools - just cashed in a pair of pliers about a month ago. Except torque wrenches. 1 year. -j.
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007, Marshall Booth wrote: John W. Reames III wrote: Your loss. Here in the East (and as far West as Missouri) where I buy most of my fuel, Amoco/BP #2 diesel consistently delivers 10+% better fuel economy than any other brand! In most locations they do NOT draw from the large area common pool of heating oil, but maintain their own segregated supply (not sure that is still true since ULSD had to be 80% of what is delivered). I don't mind spending several minutes to fill my cars if I must when the fuel I'm putting in them is clearly superior fuel. Yeah. I don't know of too many BP stations, one of them is in White Marsh, and I was by there last night. Oddly enough I drive past their Solar facility in Frederick daily. I usually get my fuel from Gasmart in Virginia, though my m ileage is sucking recently. I'm tempted to drop a 250 or 500 gal double-wall in the back yard and have Tevis come fill it up with Biodiesel every so often. -j. -- John Reames (In Mt. Washington/Baltimore City watching the light flurries) 1985 300D, 223K Gerta 1991 Cherokee, 149K The fishbowl 1999 E300Dt, 141K Hans 1999 E300Dt, 106K Frantz
Re: [MBZ] OT House Build Quality
On Sat, 20 Jan 2007 17:39:36 -0600, Rich Thomas wrote I bought a copy of the National Elec Code and state plumbing code, they are excellent references as it appears most plumbers and electricians are not, um, the National Merit Scholar folks, so everything is spelled out in simple detail with multitudinous examples. Kinda hard to go wrong -- sh*t flows downhill, and black to black, white to white, and green to ground. Everything else derives from that. The problem is each electrical inspector is free to apply their own interpretation to the code, so if you get a creative one you can get into trouble. (This is where a local electrician who knows the local quirks will help you.) I guess on the job I was involved in the local municipality had adopted some construction codes that were so new they weren't even published anywhere yet, but we had to conform to them just the same.
[MBZ] OT- Wireless networking
I am trying to figure out how to use two wireless routers to make a network. I want to use the radio part to link the two routers, but have the computers on both ends wired. I had heard there was a way to have the DHCP router be sort of left alone, but to make the second act as an access point. Old house, multi story, no desire to pull wire to multiple rooms through lathe and plaster walls. Basement houses DHCP router and access to joists for setting up workstation and game room wired points. Upper level has three workstation desk for second router access. -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz
Re: [MBZ] [OT] Radial Engines
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007 09:21:31 -0500, Allan Streib wrote Heh. Yeah. We had a B-17 on display at the local airport here a couple of years ago. The were offering rides, but it was too rich for my blood (couple of hundred $$ for a 30 minute flight). I did spend a fair chunk of change for a short hop in a 1929 Ford Trimotor once, but it was worth it. Now there's an airplane that seems primitive until you put it in context. Sure, it's rough and noisy and the pilot flies with the window open and his elbow on the sill. But it was built a scant 25 years after the Wright Flyer made its first tentative hop, and it could fly for 500 miles at 100 mph while carrying a dozen people or a ton and a half of cargo. It's like if you could buy a ticket on the Space Shuttle today.
Re: [MBZ] PnP adventure
w110 sel with all shop records strewn about the cabin. Pulled model from the VIN. The shadow of the designation was all that was left on the trunk. 1972 I suspect, since the paper was more mush than legible. Stacked headlamps. On Jan 21, 2007, at 10:53 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote: 280SE W116 perhaps? On 1/20/07, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Finally got out of the city and was able to hit the PnP. Hundreds of my closest pals had the same idea on this sunny day, so getting a wheelbarrow was out of the question. That kept the haul to a minimum. Found two Benz. Nice 1965 190D with engine still there and sheet metal looking great, but for the large rust patch on the driver door. Gutted interior, so not able to get much. Auto tranny. Really built like a tank compared to the sheet metal on Gump. The other is a 280sel (w110) that has rear quarter panel damage. Monkeys got in and tore the dash pad off, busted the locks so driver side door do not open and made off with the dash cluster and much that was not nailed down. Engine compartment is not touched. Brown leather seats and most of the wood looked great. I am trying to figure out if I should upgrade Gump with the nice door trim wood, or just offer that on eBay. Might give Gump some pizzazz. Really not sure I want to cut it to make it fit. -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz
Re: [MBZ] [OT] Radial Engines
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007 08:07:53 -0800, Jim Cathey wrote Probably the same plane that flew over our house last fall. Loud, I recall that. And shiny. My 5yo boy recognized it from a book of military planes that grandpa had given him. Aren't too many operable B17's left, and I know a guy that bought a ride in it. (Not that day, however.) I used to live in Ypsilanti, MI, not far from Willow Run Airport. The Yankee Air Museum was based there, in a WWII-era wooden hanger, until it burned down a few years ago. I used to hear their B17 fly low over my apartment on a fairly regular basis. The sound was unmistakable, to say the least. I believe they were able to push the B17 out of the hangar before the fire got out of control, so it's presumably still flying somewhere.
[MBZ] Process for installing 300TD's rear suspension struts
Hi there colleagues Happy New Year from the Antipodes. Don't know how your winters are progressing, but this summer, we're having a mild winter. Warrant of Fitness tests are imminent so it's time to install the new rear suspension struts on my 1985 300TD. I don't intend to fit them myself but I would like to safe precious funds by preparing as much of the vehicle as possible. Saves paying my MB-fixer to do what I can myself. So, what's the plan? I gather that the struts are installed from within. Presumably this means tearing out all the luggage compartment flooring and panels? Anyone done this before? Cheers Euan 1985 300TD 5-spd manual 204K mi
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007 15:33:24 -0500 (EST), John W. Reames III wrote tempted to drop a 250 or 500 gal double-wall in the back yard and have Tevis come fill it up with Biodiesel every so often. -j. You'll probably find an above-ground tank is easier to permit, even with the required spill containment pad. There's a reason you usually see above-ground tanks at farms and small airports these days.
Re: [MBZ] OT- Wireless networking
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007 12:48:01 -0800, Redghost wrote I am trying to figure out how to use two wireless routers to make a network. I want to use the radio part to link the two routers, but have the computers on both ends wired. I had heard there was a way to have the DHCP router be sort of left alone, but to make the second act as an access point. I just did this, so your timing is good. You want the remote access point to be configured as an AP Client. This is a non-standard sort of thing so the odds of it working improve greatly if the two access points are the same brand. I used a Linksys wireless router for the Internet end and a Linksys access point for the client end and it's working well so far.
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
David Brodbeck wrote: You'll probably find an above-ground tank is easier to permit, even with the required spill containment pad. There's a reason you usually see above-ground tanks at farms and small airports these days. What's a permit? ;-)
Re: [MBZ] OT- Wireless networking
At the moment I have three routers, one Linksys, one Netgear (both 801.11b), and a Belkin g. Also think I have an Airport station, if I can find it. Which vendor is best? On Jan 21, 2007, at 1:04 PM, David Brodbeck wrote: On Sun, 21 Jan 2007 12:48:01 -0800, Redghost wrote I am trying to figure out how to use two wireless routers to make a network. I want to use the radio part to link the two routers, but have the computers on both ends wired. I had heard there was a way to have the DHCP router be sort of left alone, but to make the second act as an access point. I just did this, so your timing is good. You want the remote access point to be configured as an AP Client. This is a non-standard sort of thing so the odds of it working improve greatly if the two access points are the same brand. I used a Linksys wireless router for the Internet end and a Linksys access point for the client end and it's working well so far. -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz
Re: [MBZ] #_$(_(* 300 CD floppy glove box door
I usally use two little screwdrivers and a larger screwdriver, it would be aesy enough to build a tool for the job(such as an old screwdriver with part cut out of the middle) but I muck around with thoses things so rarely I can't be bothered. If you are fussy you can put a drop of mild thread locker on em to keep em tight but I don't bother. - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 6:16 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] #_$(_(* 300 CD floppy glove box door Thanks. BTW, does anyone know what the specialized tool is called that removes/tightens those threaded washers with the notches on either side that secure the GB hinges? Pin Wrench?? Split ring pliers???
Re: [MBZ] Pimp my ride ...
It's not easy being green, even harder when you are lime green with a handbag interior. BTW what happened to the front bumper? And that grille needs some attention. - Original Message - From: Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 6:20 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Pimp my ride ... Much usage of Banned language That is just plain HIDEOUS I can see maybe doing something that disgusting to Gump, but Pluck my eyeballs out and wash them in turpentine after seeing that mess
Re: [MBZ] OT- Wireless networking
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007, Redghost wrote: I am trying to figure out how to use two wireless routers to make a network. I want to use the radio part to link the two routers, but have the computers on both ends wired. I had heard there was a way to have the DHCP router be sort of left alone, but to make the second act as an access point. You need one router and one bridge. Two routers cannot talk to each other generally. You would then need another AP to redistribute. PITA to do it that way. Now if you had a Cisco AP (not linksys) it could act as a wireless repeater. -j.
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
On Sun, 21 Jan 2007, David Brodbeck wrote: You'll probably find an above-ground tank is easier to permit, even with the required spill containment pad. There's a reason you usually see above-ground tanks at farms and small airports these days. I would only consider an above-ground, but IIRC if you pull in a double-wall (Like I had in mind), you don't have to mess with pads. Double wall with a vacuum and gauge on the interstitsal (sp?) check it every time you use it, no vacuum (or drastically lowered vacuum)==new tank time. -j.
Re: [MBZ] Need a car for $2500
On 1/21/07, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: unfortunately, her grandmother is dying and has a buick to give, but the old bat is giving it to her son and not her. Requirements: preferably under 100Kmi, preferably under 15 years old. Counts me out, my reliable ride is at 221K only 13 years old, though. -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] Need a car for $2500
you selling, ed? On 1/21/07, Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On 1/21/07, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: unfortunately, her grandmother is dying and has a buick to give, but the old bat is giving it to her son and not her. Requirements: preferably under 100Kmi, preferably under 15 years old. Counts me out, my reliable ride is at 221K only 13 years old, though. -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil. ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
Re: [MBZ] OT- Wireless networking
On 1/21/07, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At the moment I have three routers, one Linksys, one Netgear (both 801.11b), and a Belkin g. Also think I have an Airport station, if I can find it. Which vendor is best? Clay, Tell us the model numbers that you have of these routers. *Some* routers simply can not do what you are asking, period. As mentioned earlier they have to be set into an AP Client mode. Meaning they have to have the ability to look like another computer to the main router and pull bandwidth that way to push behind it. Most routers, once they are set to that mode, no longer work with other wireless computers. Other routers use a Repeater mode where it picks up the signal coming from the main router and simply extend the range. Most of these can't do what you want, because they don't actually pull/push bandwidth, they just reannounce the signal coming to it from the other router. Having the model numbers we can help you research which of them, if any, have the ability you need. Ed -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] Need a car for $2500
On 1/21/07, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: you selling, ed? I have a 94 Mitsubishi Diamante LS. I believe all options for the year, Power Windows, Locks, Drivers Seat, Sunroof, Auto Dimming rear view interior/exterior mirrors, heated exterior mirrors with rear window defrost, 3.0 DOHC V6, Silver with Black Leather. Remote Keyless, but have no fobs. AM/FM Cass Infinity System with Power Antenna. She has been a very reliable car for me, but really want to own my first Diesel and, as such, will share the car I'm looking at with you as well. (copy and pasted, btw, so sic on spelling and such) 1983 Mercedes Benz, 300D (Diesel), Automatic w/ 200K+ miles. Runs and drives great especially on the highway. I bought this car as a project however, I was injured in Iraq, cannot drive and I basically lost interest in cleaning up the car. I have been offered much more than the price posted but just recently decided to sell. The car is in need of some minor repair; front rear brakes, a transmission flush and that is it as far as I know. Great car for the price and easily transformed to biodiesel. It does have very a minor rust spot on a small part of the exterior near the rear window. The A/C and heat are in perfect working condition and comes with all a/c recharging equipment. I am the 3rd owner of the vehicle and purchased it while stationed in Cocoa Beach Fl, and have drivien it all up and down the East Coast and back and forth from FL to IN several times. However, I haven't driven it for over two-three months and it is just setting. It is equipped w/ vacumed door locks, sunroof and cruise control. The interior is leather pale yellow color and in near perfect condition. I am asking tremendously less than what I paid for the car and need to get it moved ASAP. I am asking $1,500(OBO). Please feel free to contact me during the day at (317) 810-9268 or evenings (after 7 weekends) at (317) 590-6252. This is a very much sought after vehicle. Also saw this wagon (again, cut and pasted) 1984 Mercedes Diesel, $2200, station Wagon. Have too many cars gotta sell some. This Mercedes wagon runs great. Gets 30 to 35 MPG depending on how fast you go. It needs the speedometer fixed and seats recovered. AC quit working this summer. These diesels run forever and get over 30mpg. Autofax avalable shows 212,000 last time the odometor worked. (just before I bought it). -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] Pimp my ride ...
A thug's delight: Each car-jacking comes with a complimentary purse-snatching. Brian On 1/21/07, Hendrik Riessen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It's not easy being green, even harder when you are lime green with a handbag interior. BTW what happened to the front bumper? And that grille needs some attention. - Original Message - From: Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, January 22, 2007 6:20 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Pimp my ride ... Much usage of Banned language That is just plain HIDEOUS I can see maybe doing something that disgusting to Gump, but Pluck my eyeballs out and wash them in turpentine after seeing that mess ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Quality
I didn't actually mean that I'm not happy to own a Benz, its just that its not what it use to be. Maybe its because technology has become cheaper for the others to use and having a Benz doesn't make you exclusive anymore. Harry 69 280 SEL 135,000 Miles 72 350SL 118,000 Miles 2004 VW Passat 4 Motion 1999 Mazda Miata -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sun, 21 Jan 2007 3:29 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Quality For me, it's kind of hard to take too much pride in driving something that you are likely to see a half dozen of on your way to work. For this reason, I'm envious of models older than my W123. Of course, around here, we drive one of maybe 5 in the area, so I feel pretty cool. Brian Harry wrote: There is no longer any pride in owning a Benz. ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Check Out the new free AIM(R) Mail -- 2 GB of storage and industry-leading spam and email virus protection.
Re: [MBZ] Zerex G-05
Thats about what I pay at Autozone.. roughly about $12.99 a gal Harry 69 280 SEL 135,000 Miles 72 350SL 118,000 Miles 2004 VW Passat 4 Motion 1999 Mazda Miata -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sat, 20 Jan 2007 10:16 AM Subject: [MBZ] Zerex G-05 Picked up a gallon of Zerex G-05 at my local Car Quest today. Had to ask for it, they only had Zerex Dex-Cool replacement on the shelf. Both bottles have a nice chart on the back showing what coolant you should use on your car. Its not for my Mercedes though, I need to change the coolant in my Polaris snowmobile and figured if G-05 was such great aluminium corrosion resistance for a Mercedes then the Polaris would surely benefit. $13.50 a gallon. I didn't think that was so bad in my little town of 7,000 mostly non-Mercedes drivers. -Curt - Sucker-punch spam with award-winning protection. Try the free Yahoo! Mail Beta. ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com Check Out the new free AIM(R) Mail -- 2 GB of storage and industry-leading spam and email virus protection.
Re: [MBZ] OT- Wireless networking
Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Old house, multi story, no desire to pull wire to multiple rooms through lathe and plaster walls. Basement houses DHCP router and access to joists for setting up workstation and game room wired points. Another option to use your existing power lines. You need an adaptor connected to your basement router, and then you can plug in an access point to any outlet in the house and have network. Netgear make 'em, probably others do as well. http://www.netgear.com/Products/PowerlineNetworking/ Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Short tool review
You just have to make sure it's a Craftsman tool - they also sell a different brand - Sears perhaps? With limited warranty. Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, January 21, 2007 2:27 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Short tool review AFAIK, there's still a lifetime warranty on all Craftsman hand tools - just cashed in a pair of pliers about a month ago. On 1/21/07, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I thought sears decided that Crafstman tools no longer should have lifetime warranties... On 1/21/07, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: It's more likely that the bolt will break On 1/21/07, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Do you think they have a socket with enough beef to remove a lug bolt? Sure would be nice to not have to drill it out. Its in the rear, so no wheel removal technique. It's a Craftsman, so give it a try. If you break it, Sears will replace it free. Allan -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. Will Rogers '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.410 / Virus Database: 268.17.3/642 - Release Date: 1/20/2007
Re: [MBZ] Extended warranty -- how to get?
Rich Thomas wrote: My buddy has an S430 that is coming up on end of warranty, and was thinking to get an extended warranty. MB offers one, he was wondering if there were other extended warranties that might be available from 3rd parties that might offer better value. Anyone know anything about this? Generally speaking, factory warranty is best, just find a dealer who will sell you one for 10% over cost. Unfortunately, what works for Chevys might be a little difficult for MBs, most MB dealers like to get high markup on everything. Is Caliber a MB dealer? Seems like they are relatively cheap on parts.
Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase
Issue #1 - 12-15 mpg. Issue #2 - It's not mine. On 1/20/07, James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Looking at purchasing a 1990 560SEL with 200kmi for a winter beater ( heated seats are a plus ). Any issues with this series car? Looks similar to the 1987 300SDL we had and it won't have the wiring issues/problems that the 1992-1995 S-Class has. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
Re: [MBZ] '08 C-Class unveiled
Its still a cheap class though. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/first_official_picture.php?sid=406page=1 ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] [OT] Radial Engines
I missed the M100 reference. Yes, the 6.9 is a M100, but not all M100's are dry sump, only the 6.9. The 6.3 is normal. Loren Faeth wrote: I thought I covered that by mentioning the M100 Isn't the 6.9 an M100? -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling
Well after surfing around on my 114/115 MB Service Manual CD I discovered to my chagrin that the vacuum pump on my 74 240D requires maintenance by addition of oil. I cant tell from the diagram in the procedure, but it looks like you have to unbolt and remove the pump from the engine in order to access the oil fill plug. Has anyone had any experience doing this? When did MB switch to automatic oiling of the pump from the engine? I have never read any mention of this needing done for my 85 300D. Eric Anderton 85 300D T 74 240D 74 240D (parts car)
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
None of the 86 on up diesels say diesel on the back, they just say turbo, 2.5 turbo etc, till you get to the 95 E300, it says diesel on the back. Then when the turbod it it says turbodiesel. The 140 started out not saying anything, turbo or otherwise. I think the last year or 2 of them said turbodiesel, although that may have been something somebody added on. I have seen them say that but didnt think they came that way orignally. kevin kraly wrote: The one-year-only 1987 300D doesn't have the word Diesel on the trunk, just the D in the model name and the Turbo badge on the right side. I guess this Bluetec thing takes it one step further. BTW, is there any badging on VW Diesels other than the TDI badge? It's funny that a Diesel car isn't cool, but any pickup powered by such an engine is clearly visible, D I E S E L! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD TURBO DIESEL 266K miles, Ursula 2006 Dodge Cummins 24VALVE TURBO DIESEL Q-Cab PU, 2500 miles, the BEAST -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I love people
you have to be kidding? Did you not lock the doors? Zoltan Finks wrote: Just had the pleasure a while ago of discovering that someone has chosen to vandalize my car by placing what appears to be a large piece of human feces on my cloth driver's seat. Shouldn't surrprise me. This neighborhood is just following the natural progression that most areas experience: decline brought about by human filth. If you have a nice neighborhood, don't worry, you'll get over it. Brian ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I love people
u, I aint saying what that could be. Zoltan Finks wrote: In the words of Sam Elliot in Road House: Exactly right. Also was somewhat easy to lift (sort of pry) off the seat, as the temp. here is about 2 below right now. Unfortunately, they put some sort of liquid on the seat as well. Not sure what it is, but it is white-ish, at least in its frozen state. Brian -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
yes, it did, and later, turbodiesel. kevin kraly wrote: The '95 E300D NA Diesel was the latest model that I've noticed with a Diesel badge on the trunk. Of course, they could have put a badge that said Variable Length Intake Runners on there, but trunk space just wouldn't allow for that. When the W210 E-Class Chassis was introduced in the 1996 model year, did this model E300D also have a Diesel badge? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266K miles, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase
Great cars, just keep on eye on timing chain/tensioner and you are good. a '90 as a beater, hell, thats still almost new. James Zavesky wrote: Looking at purchasing a 1990 560SEL with 200kmi for a winter beater ( heated seats are a plus ). Any issues with this series car? Looks similar to the 1987 300SDL we had and it won't have the wiring issues/problems that the 1992-1995 S-Class has. James Zavesky 1991 500SL 1992 600SEL ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase
should get better than that unless you need new injectors or have your foot in it all the time. Sunil Hari wrote: Issue #1 - 12-15 mpg. Issue #2 - It's not mine. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling
Im not sure what you are talking about really. This is the first time I have ever heard of such a thing. I dont see why it would need to be oiled. Eric Anderton wrote: Well after surfing around on my 114/115 MB Service Manual CD I discovered to my chagrin that the vacuum pump on my 74 240D requires maintenance by addition of oil. I cant tell from the diagram in the procedure, but it looks like you have to unbolt and remove the pump from the engine in order to access the oil fill plug. Has anyone had any experience doing this? When did MB switch to automatic oiling of the pump from the engine? I have never read any mention of this needing done for my 85 300D. Eric Anderton 85 300D T 74 240D 74 240D (parts car) ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
[MBZ] PnP adventure
Finally got out of the city and was able to hit the PnP. Hundreds of my closest pals had the same idea on this sunny day, so getting a wheelbarrow was out of the question. That kept the haul to a minimum. Found two Benz. Nice 1965 190D with engine still there and sheet metal looking great, but for the large rust patch on the driver door. Gutted interior, so not able to get much. Auto tranny. Really built like a tank compared to the sheet metal on Gump. The other is a 280sel (w110) that has rear quarter panel damage. Monkeys got in and tore the dash pad off, busted the locks so driver side door do not open and made off with the dash cluster and much that was not nailed down. Engine compartment is not touched. Brown leather seats and most of the wood looked great. I am trying to figure out if I should upgrade Gump with the nice door trim wood, or just offer that on eBay. Might give Gump some pizzazz. Really not sure I want to cut it to make it fit. -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz
Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase
Now that's one solid- *ss car. Factory mileage specs are 13 city/17 highway. Dimitri 73 220D Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: should get better than that unless you need new injectors or have your foot in it all the time. Sunil Hari wrote: Issue #1 - 12-15 mpg. Issue #2 - It's not mine. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - Be a PS3 game guru. Get your game face on with the latest PS3 news and previews at Yahoo! Games. From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sun Jan 21 01:52:21 2007 Received: from web36912.mail.mud.yahoo.com ([209.191.85.80]) by server8.arterytc8.net with smtp (Exim 4.52) id 1H8Rsb-0005Nh-Ab for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Sun, 21 Jan 2007 01:52:21 + Received: (qmail 17842 invoked by uid 60001); 21 Jan 2007 01:47:18 - X-YMail-OSG: trAF7NAVM1k78JjDjF736sS9nJeu5gMaIKivRRWnaMMMxEDzYzlUcDXzmfVQsu316kdYOsmrQp8n.PGSVSc_eRX8n78H2KUnUkF4Okz5EbUI1rJkdfo- Received: from [65.202.57.234] by web36912.mail.mud.yahoo.com via HTTP; Sat, 20 Jan 2007 17:47:18 PST Date: Sat, 20 Jan 2007 17:47:18 -0800 (PST) From: Dimitri Seretakis [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com In-Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] MIME-Version: 1.0 Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit X-Content-Filtered-By: Mailman/MimeDel 2.1.9.cp1 Subject: Re: [MBZ] Zerex G-05 X-BeenThere: mercedes@okiebenz.com X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.9.cp1 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes_okiebenz.com.okiebenz.com List-Unsubscribe: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Archive: /pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com List-Post: mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Help: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] List-Subscribe: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com, mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] X-List-Received-Date: Sun, 21 Jan 2007 01:52:21 - $13.50 /gallon is better thabn $20 that the dealer charges for the MB stuff. Dimitri Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Picked up a gallon of Zerex G-05 at my local Car Quest today. $13.50 a gallon. I didn't think that was so bad in my little town of 7,000 mostly non-Mercedes drivers. -Curt - Sucker-punch spam with award-winning protection. Try the free Yahoo! Mail Beta. ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - Need a quick answer? Get one in minutes from people who know. Ask your question on Yahoo! Answers. From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sun Jan 21 02:02:19 2007 Received: from mail.cnsp.com ([208.3.80.17] helo=mail.cnsp.biz) by server8.arterytc8.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1H8S2F-0005eG-Jy for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Sun, 21 Jan 2007 02:02:19 + Received: from localhost (localhost [127.0.0.1]) by mail.cnsp.biz (Postfix) with ESMTP id 4ABDB443C18 for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Sat, 20 Jan 2007 18:57:16 -0700 (MST) X-Virus-Scanned: Debian amavisd-new at cnsp.biz Received: from mail.cnsp.biz ([127.0.0.1]) by localhost (mail.cnsp.biz [127.0.0.1]) (amavisd-new, port 10024) with LMTP id uESU7+2GXokK for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Sat, 20 Jan 2007 18:57:16 -0700 (MST) Received: from mccluskey.linux (208-3-82-31.cnsp.net [208.3.82.31]) by mail.cnsp.biz (Postfix) with SMTP id A11794437B1 for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Sat, 20 Jan 2007 18:57:15 -0700 (MST) Date: Sat, 20 Jan 2007 18:57:15 -0700 From: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-Id: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In-Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] References: [EMAIL PROTECTED] X-Mailer: Sylpheed version 1.0.6 (GTK+ 1.2.10; i386-redhat-linux-gnu) Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Subject: Re: [MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling X-BeenThere: mercedes@okiebenz.com X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.9.cp1 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List
Re: [MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling
Eric Anderton wrote: Well after surfing around on my 114/115 MB Service Manual CD I discovered to my chagrin that the vacuum pump on my 74 240D requires maintenance by addition of oil. I cant tell from the diagram in the procedure, but it looks like you have to unbolt and remove the pump from the engine in order to access the oil fill plug. Has anyone had any experience doing this? When did MB switch to automatic oiling of the pump from the engine? I have never read any mention of this needing done for my 85 300D. The vacuum pump of a 115 doesn't require oiling, but the injection pump does! Marshall -- Marshall Booth Ph.D. Ass't Prof. (ret.) Univ of Pittsburgh School of Medicine [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [MBZ] I love people
Yeah, no, not kidding. I poured rubbing alcohol on all affected areas including where unknown liquid had splattered. Used a small camping shovel to gently scrape the seat off. I've got no enemies, and in fact don't know many folks around here except on an acquaintance level. Figure it was just a prank of convenience. That, or someone with a beef with the PO of my car (he does have enemies). No, I haven't been locking my doors - my wife has me trying to be less suspicious of people and trying to see the good out there. It's an old car with nothing inside worth stealing. Didn't factor in the possibility of someone wanting to simply vandalize for giggles. Actually I think it may be that some druggies were sitting around and one of them came out of the bathroom and said, dude, you have to come look at this! And the impressiveness of the specimen sparked the idea for a drive by logging. Brian On 1/20/07, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: you have to be kidding? Did you not lock the doors? Zoltan Finks wrote: Just had the pleasure a while ago of discovering that someone has chosen to vandalize my car by placing what appears to be a large piece of human feces on my cloth driver's seat. Shouldn't surrprise me. This neighborhood is just following the natural progression that most areas experience: decline brought about by human filth. If you have a nice neighborhood, don't worry, you'll get over it. Brian ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] #_$(_(* 300 CD floppy glove box door
huge gap on the top and droops to the left. I think I need to replace both sets of hinges to rectify the probability that the PO's bratty son used to sit on or swing from the open door. Does anyone know what's involved in doing this? Are the parts even available? There is quite a range of adjustment possible in the hinges and in the latch hook. Mess with it first. If your latch mechanism works properly I wouldn't be replacing it unnecessarily. Lots of them don't work right anymore, nothing to do with hinges or alignment. -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] I love people
Maybe a neighbor who once had a nice cat for a pet? On 1/20/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah, no, not kidding. I poured rubbing alcohol on all affected areas including where unknown liquid had splattered. Used a small camping shovel to gently scrape the seat off. I've got no enemies, and in fact don't know many folks around here except on an acquaintance level. Figure it was just a prank of convenience. That, or someone with a beef with the PO of my car (he does have enemies). No, I haven't been locking my doors - my wife has me trying to be less suspicious of people and trying to see the good out there. It's an old car with nothing inside worth stealing. Didn't factor in the possibility of someone wanting to simply vandalize for giggles. Actually I think it may be that some druggies were sitting around and one of them came out of the bathroom and said, dude, you have to come look at this! And the impressiveness of the specimen sparked the idea for a drive by logging. Brian On 1/20/07, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: you have to be kidding? Did you not lock the doors? Zoltan Finks wrote: Just had the pleasure a while ago of discovering that someone has chosen to vandalize my car by placing what appears to be a large piece of human feces on my cloth driver's seat. Shouldn't surrprise me. This neighborhood is just following the natural progression that most areas experience: decline brought about by human filth. If you have a nice neighborhood, don't worry, you'll get over it. Brian ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase
Yeah our V12 gets 11 city and 15 highway. The girls have been letting me drive lately. So today I went to Home Depot to walk around and strengthen my legs and back. Sitting at the traffic light I pulled away at warp speed with half throttle. Back was throbbing after that but the smile on my face was worth it. Jim -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dimitri Seretakis Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2007 8:43 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase Now that's one solid- *ss car. Factory mileage specs are 13 city/17 highway. Dimitri 73 220D Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: should get better than that unless you need new injectors or have your foot in it all the time. Sunil Hari wrote: Issue #1 - 12-15 mpg. Issue #2 - It's not mine. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com - Be a PS3 game guru. Get your game face on with the latest PS3 news and previews at Yahoo! Games. ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I love people
Maybe. Cat ownership does tend to make people act in a bizarre fashion. Brian On 1/20/07, John Freer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Maybe a neighbor who once had a nice cat for a pet?
Re: [MBZ] I love people
I resemble that comment. On 1/20/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Maybe. Cat ownership does tend to make people act in a bizarre fashion. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (222k) '84 300D (219k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) '89 Audi 90Q (202k) '94 Audi 100CS Quattro Avant (117k) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
Re: [MBZ] Need a car for $2500
On 1/20/07, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Anyone out there got a car nearby for less than $2500? My friend was rear-ended on Wednesday, totalling her car and now she needs something for that price. Has to be reliable, preferably in black or white (her prefs, not mine). -- Sunil Hari Sunil, Does she have any particulars? No older than x, Less miles than y, etc? Ed -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
Re: [MBZ] I love people
Oop, you're right. We don't own cats - they allow us to share our lives with them. Brian In loving memory of Squeaky On 1/20/07, Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I resemble that comment. On 1/20/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Maybe. Cat ownership does tend to make people act in a bizarre fashion. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: I drive in a persistent vegetative state '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (222k) '84 300D (219k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) '89 Audi 90Q (202k) '94 Audi 100CS Quattro Avant (117k) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling
In a message dated 1/20/2007 5:50:31 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well after surfing around on my 114/115 MB Service Manual CD I discovered to my chagrin that the vacuum pump on my 74 240D requires maintenance by addition of oil. I cant tell from the diagram in the procedure, but it looks like you have to unbolt and remove the pump from the engine in order to access the oil fill plug. Has anyone had any experience doing this? When did MB switch to automatic oiling of the pump from the engine? I have never read any mention of this needing done for my 85 300D. Eric, I drove my 74 240D to 247,000 miles and never oiled the vacuum pump! You MUST be talking about the injection pump. When the 300D came out in 75, they used pressure oiling on the injection pumps. A small line off the block near the timing chain feeds oil to the injection pump via a small orifice. Excess oil continuously overflows back to the crankcase This carried over to 240D in 76. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 147 K miles
Re: [MBZ] Need a car for $2500
Sure glad you didn't say that on Banned! On 1/20/07, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Has to be reliable, preferably in black or white (her prefs, not mine). -- Sunil Hari -- I'm a man but I can change if I have to ... I guess.
Re: [MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling
The vacuum pump does not require oiling but the IP does! Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2007 10:01 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling In a message dated 1/20/2007 5:50:31 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well after surfing around on my 114/115 MB Service Manual CD I discovered to my chagrin that the vacuum pump on my 74 240D requires maintenance by addition of oil. I cant tell from the diagram in the procedure, but it looks like you have to unbolt and remove the pump from the engine in order to access the oil fill plug. Has anyone had any experience doing this? When did MB switch to automatic oiling of the pump from the engine? I have never read any mention of this needing done for my 85 300D. Eric, I drove my 74 240D to 247,000 miles and never oiled the vacuum pump! You MUST be talking about the injection pump. When the 300D came out in 75, they used pressure oiling on the injection pumps. A small line off the block near the timing chain feeds oil to the injection pump via a small orifice. Excess oil continuously overflows back to the crankcase This carried over to 240D in 76. Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 147 K miles ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling
The pump has two bleeders, one to drain the oil and one to fill till overflow (fill verification). Not only do you have to fill the pump, you also have to change the oil in the pump by draining then filling until some flows out of the second bleeder. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2007 7:57 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling On Sat, 20 Jan 2007 19:48:43 -0500 Eric Anderton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well after surfing around on my 114/115 MB Service Manual CD I discovered to my chagrin that the vacuum pump on my 74 240D requires maintenance by addition of oil. On my '72 220D, the vacuum pump never needed oiling. Replaced the diaphragm once, but that was it. Now the INJECTION pump is a different story. When doing an oil change, I had to remove the red Oel cap on the top of the pump, loosen the bleeder on the side next to the engine, and add oil until oil flowed out of the bleeder, displacing diesel. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
On 1/19/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I just happened to scan the TV past PBS and caught the back end of Motorweek. They were reviewing the '07 E320 Bluetec. (hope I have the number correct) Oddly, on The Weather Channel tonight, there was a bit about the new MB Bluetec. The opening blurb was You call it Diesel, Mercedes calls it Bluetec. -- Knowledge is power... Power Corrupts. Study hard... Be Evil.
[MBZ] Aquarius CL listings
Ignore as needed, peruse as desired http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/264046984.html -- Jim C. project http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/265517378.html -- On crack w114 http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/265421598.html -- 85 D $1500 http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/265193296.html -- $12k rodbender http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/car/264937382.html -- Ed B.? http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/264452446.html -- 82 TD $3500 http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/264450750.html -- 65 190D http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/264419098.html -- 87 SDL $6k http://seattle.craigslist.org/est/car/264392268.html -- 5sp 2.6 http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/264185539.html -- 500SLC http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/263717362.html -- w116 $850 http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/car/263647525.html -- 450SLC $1k http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/263549074.html -- Cathey Car http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/263206553.html -- 5spd 2.2 http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/car/263190581.html -- $500 w115 http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/262095656.html -- 62 190D -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz
[MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling
If anyone should happen to have a copy of the 114/115 CD handy, please check out job# 704 titled checking oil level in vacuum pump. Glad to hear that this is not a common practice, but it is in the Maintenance Manuel Index. I would be happy to email a pdf to anyone who would like to take a look at it Eric Anderton On 1/20/07, Eric Anderton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well after surfing around on my 114/115 MB Service Manual CD I discovered to my chagrin that the vacuum pump on my 74 240D requires maintenance by addition of oil. I cant tell from the diagram in the procedure, but it looks like you have to unbolt and remove the pump from the engine in order to access the oil fill plug. Has anyone had any experience doing this? When did MB switch to automatic oiling of the pump from the engine? I have never read any mention of this needing done for my 85 300D. Eric Anderton 85 300D T 74 240D 74 240D (parts car)
Re: [MBZ] Need a car for $2500
find an old widow with a buick would be your answer. On 1/20/07, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Anyone out there got a car nearby for less than $2500? My friend was rear-ended on Wednesday, totalling her car and now she needs something for that price. Has to be reliable, preferably in black or white (her prefs, not mine). -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 115 Vacuum Pump Oiling
job# 704 titled checking oil level in vacuum pump. I have never seen one of those belt-driven vacuum pumps. Ours are all cam-driven from the front of the injection pump. If you did have a belt-drive vacuum pump, of course it would need oiling. That page is for the 115.01X car, which is a gasser. Don't know why one of those would need a vacuum pump, unless it was a booster like my Falcon has. (For the windshield wipers.) -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] Need a car for $2500
unfortunately, her grandmother is dying and has a buick to give, but the old bat is giving it to her son and not her. Requirements: preferably under 100Kmi, preferably under 15 years old. On 1/21/07, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: find an old widow with a buick would be your answer. On 1/20/07, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Anyone out there got a car nearby for less than $2500? My friend was rear-ended on Wednesday, totalling her car and now she needs something for that price. Has to be reliable, preferably in black or white (her prefs, not mine). -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Quality
I know someone that has acquired some cars by applying for an abandoned title on them. Maybe you could try that if you wanted to. Brian On 1/16/07, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There's a really clean Volvo 240 with a 5 speed sitting outside where I work. Apparently abandoned. No plates, and has not been moved in weeks. Which I could just say finders keepers. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Those new Volvos may look nice, but they are definitely Ford quality -- they've gone way downhill since the 740/760 and 940/960 series. Expensive to fix, too. My neighbors got rid of their 850 after putting 275,000 miles on their 240 -- it was in the shop every other month, and the second alternator (at $450 to boot) in a year, it went. ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Quality
For me, it's kind of hard to take too much pride in driving something that you are likely to see a half dozen of on your way to work. For this reason, I'm envious of models older than my W123. Of course, around here, we drive one of maybe 5 in the area, so I feel pretty cool. Brian Harry wrote: There is no longer any pride in owning a Benz.
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Quality
I'm surprised that no one objected to this claim. It runs in direct opposition to the jist of this thread (particularly the latter portion of the statement). I think I know what you're saying: that auto manufacture advances each year in technology, etc., but the collective opinion seems to be that the pre-90's MBs are of a quality that has been sorely missed since. I don't pretend to know the truth, I'm just surprised that nobody refuted this, especially on the grounds of pride. Brian 83 240D Tom wrote: I'm sure that today's Mercedes are more reliable (better quality) than those manufactured in the 90's and those manufactured in the 90's are more reliable (better quality) than those manufactured in the 80's, etc, etc.
Re: [MBZ] 560SEL purchase
I have a neighbor who has a really nice one for sale- I am going to repost it on CL-let me know if you want his e-mail, etc. No interest, etc. (Other than I would like to buy it.) Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1979 240D-250K + miles 1990 300D 2.5t 135K miles Wickford, RI-- ---Original Message- Now that's one solid- *ss car. Factory mileage specs are 13 city/17 highway. Dimitri 73 220D Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: should get better than that unless you need new injectors or have your foot in it all the time. Sunil Hari wrote: Issue #1 - 12-15 mpg. Issue #2 - It's not mine. -- ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need a car for $2500
Sunil Hari wrote: unfortunately, her grandmother is dying and has a buick to give, but the old bat is giving it to her son and not her. Wasn't there a $800 W124 on CL-Columbus last week?
Re: [MBZ] [OT] Radial Engines
David Brodbeck [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Gotta love that rough, cammy idle. To me it somehow suggests raw power better than the whine of an idling jet engine. Heh. Yeah. We had a B-17 on display at the local airport here a couple of years ago. The were offering rides, but it was too rich for my blood (couple of hundred $$ for a 30 minute flight). When the plane was sitting between flights they had pans under the engines to catch the dripping oil. But yeah, that's exactly the word for the sound of those engines as they wound up for takeoff -- or even just taxiing -- power. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Quality
Quality is a lot more than esthetics. And if car buyers truly only cared about fit finish the every auto maker in the world would produce cars that were cosmically perfect ran about 3 years. I agree that Mercedes interiors don't seem to be what they were but in no way are they cheap interiors. The last one I sat in was pretty sharp. Regarding pre-90's Mercedes quality. I'm sure you are aware of the 300SDL head troubles the early 90's 350SDL rod benders? How about the long term SL sub-frame cracking issues that Mercedes fixed under warranty, but only after you cornered them with the issue? And the 380 engine with the single row timing chain that had the tendency to fail before 100,000 miles if you were lucky, only bent 2 valves? And the oil leak issues in the 280 engine? And the oil leak issues in the late 80's 300 260 engine? And the climate control blower motor issues in the early 300E's (no fuse)? And the transmissions that shifted hard into first gear. I know that they were supposed to do that but no one else's transmission did it it was a real quality issue with Mercedes owners at the time. The list is much longer. I'm not saying that any of these cars were junk, they had issues just like all cars have issues. I do believe that today's Mercedes are far superior then what was manufactured back then. And they too have issues, some we won't know about for years. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Sunday, January 21, 2007 3:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Quality I'm surprised that no one objected to this claim. It runs in direct opposition to the jist of this thread (particularly the latter portion of the statement). I think I know what you're saying: that auto manufacture advances each year in technology, etc., but the collective opinion seems to be that the pre-90's MBs are of a quality that has been sorely missed since. I don't pretend to know the truth, I'm just surprised that nobody refuted this, especially on the grounds of pride. Brian 83 240D Tom wrote: I'm sure that today's Mercedes are more reliable (better quality) than those manufactured in the 90's and those manufactured in the 90's are more reliable (better quality) than those manufactured in the 80's, etc, etc. ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need a car for $2500
totally missed it - she didn't need a car then! but i'll check. On 1/21/07, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sunil Hari wrote: unfortunately, her grandmother is dying and has a buick to give, but the old bat is giving it to her son and not her. Wasn't there a $800 W124 on CL-Columbus last week? ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
On Fri, 19 Jan 2007, Zoltan Finks wrote: The thing that struck me is that while he acknowledged that it was a diesel, and touted it as an environmentally friendly alternative, along the lines of hybrids and the like, he mainly referred to it as a Bluetec. I know this is the name being used for these new diesels and that it refers to some new clean technology, but it made me wonder if Mercedes is trying to avoid the use of the word diesel and thereby cut down on the negative stereotypes associated with the word. Bluetec was supposed to mean that it uses adblue injection in the exhaust, but from what I heard of the segment, that is not true in this year's batch. (bork?) (adblue=aqueous urea) -j.
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
On Fri, 19 Jan 2007, kevin kraly wrote: The one-year-only 1987 300D doesn't have the word Diesel on the trunk, just the D in the model name and the Turbo badge on the right side. I guess this Bluetec thing takes it one step further. BTW, is there any badging on VW Diesels other than the TDI badge? It's funny that a Diesel car isn't cool, but any pickup powered by such an engine is clearly visible, D I E S E L! 300SDL Turbo. 350SDL Turbo. I like that one E320 CDI commercial :) on the airstrip with Johnny's friends :) -j.
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
On Sat, 20 Jan 2007, Bob Rentfro wrote: My diesel Bug had no badging, not even TDI. That seems to be the way with them. I've seen the T/C gassers with a Porsche-font Turbo on the rear, but you can't ID the TDI's without a close look. -j.
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
On Sat, 20 Jan 2007, Werner Fehlauer wrote: And as mentioned on these lists a while back, not all stations adhere to the notion that only Diesel fuel pump nozzles should be green - there's been more than a few (BP?) stations with green nozzles on gasoline pumps. Werner BP uses frelling green hoods on every nozzle since it is their company color or somesuch. I rarely go there especially since they seem to have such slow pumps. (25GPM pumps are a joy to fill up with! I know the larger nozzles can run 60GPM) -j.
[MBZ] 115 Vac Pump Oiling
ahh, Thanks Jim. That fact escaped my attention. One less item is now on my to-do list. Eric job# 704 titled checking oil level in vacuum pump. I have never seen one of those belt-driven vacuum pumps. Ours are all cam-driven from the front of the injection pump. If you did have a belt-drive vacuum pump, of course it would need oiling. That page is for the 115.01X car, which is a gasser. Don't know why one of those would need a vacuum pump, unless it was a booster like my Falcon has. (For the windshield wipers.) -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
On Sat, 20 Jan 2007, David Brodbeck wrote: Generally, if you're standing in a massive puddle of oil and sawdust, you're at the right pump. I think they use (glorified, EPA approved) kitty litter nowadays. -j.
Re: [MBZ] Zerex G-05
Curt Centre County PA, Population 140K or so, cost me around $12 a few months back so comperable. Local MB wanted $22 per gallon for their fluid. Regards Tom - Original Message - From: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2007 11:16 AM Subject: [MBZ] Zerex G-05 Picked up a gallon of Zerex G-05 at my local Car Quest today. Had to ask for it, they only had Zerex Dex-Cool replacement on the shelf. Both bottles have a nice chart on the back showing what coolant you should use on your car. Its not for my Mercedes though, I need to change the coolant in my Polaris snowmobile and figured if G-05 was such great aluminium corrosion resistance for a Mercedes then the Polaris would surely benefit. $13.50 a gallon. I didn't think that was so bad in my little town of 7,000 mostly non-Mercedes drivers. -Curt - Sucker-punch spam with award-winning protection. Try the free Yahoo! Mail Beta. ___ http://www.okiebenz.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://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bluetec word used in place of Diesel?
On Sat, 20 Jan 2007, kevin kraly wrote: The '95 E300D NA Diesel was the latest model that I've noticed with a Diesel badge on the trunk. Of course, they could have put a badge that said Variable Length Intake Runners on there, but trunk space just wouldn't allow for that. When the W210 E-Class Chassis was introduced in the 1996 model year, did this model E300D also have a Diesel badge? All the 210 diesels had the badge, the 98's and 99's have turbodiesel on them :) If i went bio i'd slip another I in there tho (turbiodiesel) :P -j.
[MBZ] Pimp my ride ...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemviewitem=item=140075583521 In San Diego up for NO RESERVE auction is one of a kind designer's Mercedes ... Craig
Re: [MBZ] Pimp my ride ...
To quote the ad: It's a nice daily driver. I don't think my eyes could take this on a daily basis: http://i20.ebayimg.com/02/i/000/82/77/1683_3.JPG Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemviewitem=item=140075583521 In San Diego up for NO RESERVE auction is one of a kind designer's Mercedes ...
[MBZ] Short tool review
Craftsman has some sockets for the removal of nuts with rounded heads... I had the opportunity to use them on a bolt that once had an E-10 head on it that since roudned off, worked like a champ! Got that torsion bar off and back on easy as can be! Frantz got new engine mounts (all around), and new torsion bar rubber bits, as well as rear brake pads. Only ONE sensor on passenger right outside of a W210! -j. -- John Reames 1985 300D 223k Gerta 1991 Cherokee 149k The Fishbowl 1999 E300Dt 141k Hans 1999 E300Dt 105k Frantz
Re: [MBZ] Zerex G-05
On Sat, 20 Jan 2007, Dimitri Seretakis wrote: $13.50 /gallon is better thabn $20 that the dealer charges for the MB stuff. Try $29.xx a gallon (Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, over?) -j.
