Re: [MBZ] Vac pump diaphragm demons
(rubber roofing material) that is nearly indestructible in the weather, I'm wondering if I should make one out of that? Why not. It sounds like fun to me, and you'll have great satisfaction if it works. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, 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
Re: [MBZ] Vac pump diaphragm demons
Been having dreams about car care and wrenching on Gump recently. Always turn into nightmares with her Well...? She's still a LOT better than the '72 220D I looked at yesterday! It did, however, have the shifter hooked up and ready to go although it's pretty safe to say that the only road trip it would be participating in would be hitching a ride on a flatbed bound for the crusher. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, 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
[MBZ] 1967 250S Pickup Conversion, yeah, that's right!
Here's the ad that I found today on CL, certainly not something you see every day. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/385722268.html Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, 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
[MBZ] the practice of deceptive cluster switching
How common do y'all think it is for the gauge cluster to be switched out in order to show a lower mileage on a vehicle? When I was getting a ride from the airport by the seller of my 190D recently, I told him of my 240D and its 121k mi. when I bought it. I mentioned that the engine went belly-up and the other problems it had, and his response was to question if it really had 121k, and to suggest that often the clusters are switched out to show untrue mileage. Made me wonder, as the wear on the suspension, and the cracked open CV boots seem to show lots of use. Then again, these are both symptoms of hot, dry desert living, no - the cracking of rubber bits? Brian 83 240D 87 190D Kevin reminded me by writing: and both of them had the instrument clusters and most of the dash ripped out of them! ___ 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] what wheels fit a W126
I used Greyhound to ship a front bumper cover for a 911 from Va to Or or Wa for ~$35 and it arrived in 3 days.It worked well for me. I would think wheels would be easy this way - 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 . - Original Message - From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, July 30, 2007 7:23 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] what wheels fit a W126 I've head some people say you can ship such items on GreyHound buses for much less than FedEx and others. If you have a terminal near you, may be worth giving them a call and getting a quote. Ed 300E On 30/07/07, eric peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Loren, Any idea on the weight?? I'm in Atlanta area zip 30134. Its a fair distance between ames and ft madison. I know as I graduated from high school from ft. madison. Do you have any pics?? If shipping isn't outrageous I am interested. Thanks Eric --- Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have the original wheels from my 87 SDL. They have been repainted and look ok from 5+ feet. They are $125 for the set. If Kaleb does not get them first. Shipping would be from 52627 or 50010These are the 15 hole rim. At 02:39 PM 7/29/2007, you wrote: eric peterson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Loren Faeth ___ 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 Yahoo! oneSearch: Finally, mobile search that gives answers, not web links. http://mobile.yahoo.com/mobileweb/onesearch?refer=1ONXIC ___ 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: 7.5.476 / Virus Database: 269.10.25/926 - Release Date: 7/29/2007 11:14 PM ___ 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] 123, 115, 126 axle shafts for sale
The 116 126 do take longer axles and it has nothing to do with the style. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Loren Faeth Sent: Monday, July 30, 2007 11:07 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 123, 115, 126 axle shafts for sale Could be. I know the early 126s have the type that unclip inside the diff, same as these. The later ones have 6 soft-headed socket head bolts that take a special wrench and strip easily. At 09:51 PM 7/30/2007, you wrote: Loren Faeth wrote: I have a couple of good axles from the 115 300D for sale. Anyone here can have first dibs before they are advertised. They fit 107, 114, 115, 116, 123, and early 126, I thought 116/126 were longer than 114/123/107? ___ 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 Loren Faeth ___ 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] the practice of deceptive cluster switching
Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: How common do y'all think it is for the gauge cluster to be switched out in order to show a lower mileage on a vehicle? I've heard that odometer tampering is very common in the lower tiers of the used car marketplace. Probably less likely if you're buying direct from a private owner, but not beyond possibility. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ 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] the practice of deceptive cluster switching
I'm sure that happened to my 450SLC - it showed 57K miles when I bought it in '98, and although it seemed fine at the time, it turned out to have had a lot more wear and tear, not to mention shoddy engine work, than it should have had. On 7/31/07, Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: How common do y'all think it is for the gauge cluster to be switched out in order to show a lower mileage on a vehicle? -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli '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] the practice of deceptive cluster switching
I've seen a lot of it here in Alabama, so much that I ignore the odometer just look at the condition of the car. I've swapped out quite a few due to failed odometers I wonder if this is the case of most swap-outs? Unlike the NE, where cars quietly rust away, we drive the wheels off here in the South. My Brother In-law's 98 Dodge truck is running its third engine, second transmission and second rear end. And no, there's nothing wrong with the truck - it has well over 400,000 miles on the clock and the body interior still look new. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Allan Streib Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2007 7:50 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] the practice of deceptive cluster switching Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: How common do y'all think it is for the gauge cluster to be switched out in order to show a lower mileage on a vehicle? I've heard that odometer tampering is very common in the lower tiers of the used car marketplace. Probably less likely if you're buying direct from a private owner, but not beyond possibility. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ 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] the practice of deceptive cluster switching
How common do y'all think it is for the gauge cluster to be switched out in order to show a lower mileage on a vehicle? Probably more are due to swap-outs due to failure than fraud, but I'm sure that happens too. When I repaired the Chicken Wagon's odometer it was quite apparent that I could set any mileage I wanted. (Which I did, putting on a hundred-odd to try to make it as accurate as I could.) In fact, the temptation was there to roll on an extra 100k or so just so I could have bragging rights! (The car _looks_ like it could pass it off.) Condition, condition, condition. -- 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] 1967 250S Pickup Conversion, yeah, that's right!
Here's the ad that I found today on CL, certainly not something you see every day. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/385722268.html _That's_ what I'm talking about, but in 107 trim. (Now if it could only be diesel, 4wd, and have the hydropneumatic rear suspension...) -- 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
[MBZ] Joost
Anyone use Joost and have an invite they could give me? I'm curious about it -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ 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
[MBZ] parts fraud.
Larry Belatedly I found that there is awebsite warning about EAP Auto parts .and their rip-off game of not shipping the parts. Apparently other people have been defrauded too. Pity there is nothing one can do and they blatantly carry on defrauding people. their website is: eaparts.com It does come up along with the warning site if you do a Google search for eaparts. Regards mak ___ 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] 1967 250S Pickup Conversion, yeah, that's right!
You're tempting me JimI have a sweet set of Currie built 9 axles with ARB air lockers and all and my 300TD sitting in the front yard waiting for something to happen to it. Mike Here's the ad that I found today on CL, certainly not something you see every day. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/car/385722268.html _That's_ what I'm talking about, but in 107 trim. (Now if it could only be diesel, 4wd, and have the hydropneumatic rear suspension...) -- 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 ___ 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] 1967 250S Pickup Conversion, yeah, that's right!
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You're tempting me JimI have a sweet set of Currie built 9 axles with ARB air lockers and all and my 300TD sitting in the front yard waiting for something to happen to it. Who was the fellow that made a 300TD 4x4, Brian something or other? I think he used a Toyota transfer case and axles. ___ 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
[MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please!
Hi all, Just got my replacement ignition lock cylinder for my 124. I thought looking at it would make it obvious how to release the old one (which I have not yet been able to do). It doesn't. I see how to turn it to the position where the grooves line up and stick a paperclip in to trigger the catch, but I can't see how that magically releases the cylinder and allows it to be separated from the surrounding part. Any tips? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al ___ 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] parts fraud.
Unfortunately, about all we can do is tell as many people as possible. I didn't get www.eaparts.com to work but maybe it'll work later - 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 . - Original Message - From: Affzaal.Khan [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2007 9:44 AM Subject: [MBZ] parts fraud. Larry Belatedly I found that there is awebsite warning about EAP Auto parts .and their rip-off game of not shipping the parts. Apparently other people have been defrauded too. Pity there is nothing one can do and they blatantly carry on defrauding people. their website is: eaparts.com It does come up along with the warning site if you do a Google search for eaparts. Regards mak ___ 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: 7.5.476 / Virus Database: 269.11.0/927 - Release Date: 7/30/2007 5:02 PM ___ 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] parts fraud.
I believe that's actually www.eapparts.com LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Unfortunately, about all we can do is tell as many people as possible. I didn't get www.eaparts.com to work but maybe it'll work later - 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 . - Original Message - From: Affzaal.Khan [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2007 9:44 AM Subject: [MBZ] parts fraud. Larry Belatedly I found that there is awebsite warning about EAP Auto parts .and their rip-off game of not shipping the parts. Apparently other people have been defrauded too. Pity there is nothing one can do and they blatantly carry on defrauding people. their website is: eaparts.com It does come up along with the warning site if you do a Google search for eaparts. Regards mak ___ 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: 7.5.476 / Virus Database: 269.11.0/927 - Release Date: 7/30/2007 5:02 PM ___ 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 -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ 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] 1967 250S Pickup Conversion, yeah, that's right!
Yeah, who was that again Kaleb? I know you told me a while back Well, I think it was youLOL Was it B1 maybe? Mike [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You're tempting me JimI have a sweet set of Currie built 9 axles with ARB air lockers and all and my 300TD sitting in the front yard waiting for something to happen to it. Who was the fellow that made a 300TD 4x4, Brian something or other? I think he used a Toyota transfer case and axles. ___ 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
[MBZ] Rear end gear ???
What gear ratio is the ring and pinion in the rear end of my 83 300TD? Thanks, Mike ___ 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] Rust repair cost
What car?? On 7/30/07, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've got a little bit of rust near the top of the windshield. It doesn't look like much, but I'm sure its horrible underneath the windshield seal. Either the rust or a bad seal is causing a *lot* of wind noise and even some water to leak in from that area. I was quoted just under $1000 for this repair (and thats if they can re-use the windshield! Add another 200 for a PPG replacement). The biggest cost was nearly 12 hours of labor for body work, and another 10 hours for paint prep and painting. Unfortunately I think this is in-line for a quality repair... what do you guys think? I'm going to get another quote tomorrow I think. See attached for pictures of the rust. John -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: IMG_2042.JPG Type: image/jpeg Size: 32228 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070730/aced7c26/attachment.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: IMG_2043.JPG Type: image/jpeg Size: 49943 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070730/aced7c26/attachment-0001.jpe ___ 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] Rust repair cost
92 300D andrew strasfogel wrote: What 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
Re: [MBZ] the practice of deceptive cluster switching
On a W115 (1976 300D, e.g.) a telltale sign of odometer tampering/switching is scratches on the wood beneath the cluster. Usually the idiot PO applies a screwdriver for leverage to pry out the odometer, slips and scratches the wood. It's ugly. My beautiful red 1976 300D supposedly had 71 k miles but an analysis of doctored service records showed it was in reality more like 120 k. Fittingly, I had a series of mechanical failures in the year that I drove this car, including the AC pulley, vacuum pump, and numerous front end noise and suspension issues. On 7/31/07, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: How common do y'all think it is for the gauge cluster to be switched out in order to show a lower mileage on a vehicle? Probably more are due to swap-outs due to failure than fraud, but I'm sure that happens too. When I repaired the Chicken Wagon's odometer it was quite apparent that I could set any mileage I wanted. (Which I did, putting on a hundred-odd to try to make it as accurate as I could.) In fact, the temptation was there to roll on an extra 100k or so just so I could have bragging rights! (The car _looks_ like it could pass it off.) Condition, condition, condition. -- 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 ___ 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] Joost
Qu'est ce que c'est Joost? On 7/31/07, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Anyone use Joost and have an invite they could give me? I'm curious about it -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine ___ 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] Rust repair cost
That's so new! Ouch. On 7/31/07, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 92 300D andrew strasfogel wrote: What 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 ___ 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] Rear end gear ???
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What gear ratio is the ring and pinion in the rear end of my 83 300TD? This isn't definitive, (Marshall will whip out his TDM and slap me down if I'm wrong) but I think it's the same 3.07 that my '79 SD has. ___ 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
[MBZ] Modern porch furniture from old car parts
I see a rush amongst the listers to start building this kind of stuff. The little shelter would be a neat addition to any neighborhood -- and high-class too if you used old Benz bonnets. Surprise your wife and neighbors with your ingenuity and practicality! --R http://www.makezine.com/blog/archive/2007/07/modern_porch_furniture_fr.html?CMP=OTC-0D6B48984890 ___ 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
[MBZ] Spam
A couple of weeks ago I started getting the occasional spam msg on this address. I don't use this address for anything else, so not sure how it got picked up, perhaps from someone with whom I have corresponded who picked up some kind of spam virus. The msgs have zip and pdf attachments, and get deleted immediately. I guess there is no way to stop it now, other than urging everyone to do a scan to make sure their machines are not being used for spambots or other nastiness. --R ___ 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] the practice of deceptive cluster switching
It could happen. The change out is not that hard with all the electronics, where the older mechanical sensors involve more rooting around at the source to make a complete swap. On Gump, I just swapped out the old 115 speedo for a more functional one from a 280c. Would have had to tear the whole cluster apart to fit the oil and temp gauge into a new cluster without going all the way to the engine to feed hoses back. On 31 Jul 2007, at 01:22, Zoltan Finks wrote: How common do y'all think it is for the gauge cluster to be switched out in order to show a lower mileage on a vehicle? When I was getting a ride from the airport by the seller of my 190D recently, I told him of my 240D and its 121k mi. when I bought it. I mentioned that the engine went belly-up and the other problems it had, and his response was to question if it really had 121k, and to suggest that often the clusters are switched out to show untrue mileage. Made me wonder, as the wear on the suspension, and the cracked open CV boots seem to show lots of use. Then again, these are both symptoms of hot, dry desert living, no - the cracking of rubber bits? Brian 83 240D 87 190D Kevin reminded me by writing: and both of them had the instrument clusters and most of the dash ripped out of them! -- 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] the practice of deceptive cluster switching
The POS SDL had severe odo tampering, but no indication that the whole cluster was changed from original. Just got rolled back over 100k On 31 Jul 2007, at 05:50, Allan Streib wrote: Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: How common do y'all think it is for the gauge cluster to be switched out in order to show a lower mileage on a vehicle? I've heard that odometer tampering is very common in the lower tiers of the used car marketplace. Probably less likely if you're buying direct from a private owner, but not beyond possibility. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ 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
[MBZ] M1 sale at Walmart
Went to wally world last night. All the 5qts except for extended life were $19.94. 4qts of 5W-40 were still $22.xx. Extended stuff was $27.xx. Grabbed four jugs (5 gallons) of non-extended 15W-50 for Benz and lawn eqpt for $80. Using inflation adjusted $$, that's a better deal than when a local convenience store had M1 on clearance for $2 a quart in 1987. (but in 1987 it came in those shiny steel cans, I miss those) Mitch. ___ 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] Rust repair cost
John, the only rust on my '81 300SD was under the rear windshield. I found it when replacing both windshields, and the rear one could not be reinstalled until it was rebuilt. The shop had to cut out and rebuild at least half of the lower shelf. Much worse than yours shows, but no doubt an easier spot to work. It was done well [but not show quality] and the cost was about $400. Decent body shop was $37.50 an hour. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 292k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Monday, July 30, 2007 1:43 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Rust repair cost I've got a little bit of rust near the top of the windshield. It doesn't look like much, but I'm sure its horrible underneath the windshield seal. Either the rust or a bad seal is causing a *lot* of wind noise and even some water to leak in from that area. I was quoted just under $1000 for this repair (and thats if they can re-use the windshield! Add another 200 for a PPG replacement). The biggest cost was nearly 12 hours of labor for body work, and another 10 hours for paint prep and painting. Unfortunately I think this is in-line for a quality repair... what do you guys think? I'm going to get another quote tomorrow I think. See attached for pictures of the rust. John ___ 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] M1 sale at Walmart
Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Grabbed four jugs (5 gallons) of non-extended 15W-50 for Benz and lawn eqpt for $80. Using inflation adjusted $$, that's a better deal than when a local convenience store had M1 on clearance for $2 a quart in 1987. (but in 1987 it came in those shiny steel cans, I miss those) The cans where you had to punch a spout into it to open them? I liked those, it was obvious that they had not been opened when you bought them. -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ 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] Rust repair cost (124)
John Robbins wrote: I've got a little bit of rust near the top of the windshield. It doesn't look like much, but I'm sure its horrible underneath the windshield seal. Either the rust or a bad seal is causing a *lot* of wind noise and even some water to leak in from that area. I was quoted just under $1000 for this repair (and thats if they can re-use the windshield! Add another 200 for a PPG replacement). The biggest cost was nearly 12 hours of labor for body work, and another 10 hours for paint prep and painting. Sounds about right to me just given the numbers. Maybe $300 for parts (custom mixed paint, mostly) and then the rest for labor at about $30/hr? But why so much labor---are they planning to strip all the trim in order to paint? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al ___ 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] Modern porch furniture from old car parts
Awesome! On 7/31/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I see a rush amongst the listers to start building this kind of stuff. The little shelter would be a neat addition to any neighborhood -- and high-class too if you used old Benz bonnets. Surprise your wife and neighbors with your ingenuity and practicality! --R http://www.makezine.com/blog/archive/2007/07/modern_porch_furniture_fr.html?CMP=OTC-0D6B48984890 ___ 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] Spam
Rich, Funny you should mention this because I haven't had this problem spamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspam spamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspam On 7/31/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A couple of weeks ago I started getting the occasional spam msg on this address. I don't use this address for anything else, so not sure how it got picked up, perhaps from someone with whom I have corresponded who picked up some kind of spam virus. The msgs have zip and pdf attachments, and get deleted immediately. I guess there is no way to stop it now, other than urging everyone to do a scan to make sure their machines are not being used for spambots or other nastiness. --R ___ 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] M1 sale at Walmart
i think i paid 17.99 for 5 quarts at my walmart a couple of weeks ago. maybe have been the 19.xx price though. the one quarts, albeit extended, were about 6.50 each. On 7/31/07, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Went to wally world last night. All the 5qts except for extended life were $19.94. 4qts of 5W-40 were still $22.xx. Extended stuff was $27.xx. Grabbed four jugs (5 gallons) of non-extended 15W-50 for Benz and lawn eqpt for $80. Using inflation adjusted $$, that's a better deal than when a local convenience store had M1 on clearance for $2 a quart in 1987. (but in 1987 it came in those shiny steel cans, I miss those) Mitch. ___ 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] 1967 250S Pickup Conversion, yeah, that's right!
if it could only be diesel, 4wd, and have the hydropneumatic rear suspension...) There was a list member one time (his name was Brian Roth) who built a 4WD 1980's 300TD using parts from a Nissan pickup. He mounted the 300tD body onto the Nissan 720 chassis whose wheelbase is only 1/2 different. IT only took him two weeks of wrenching to get it on the road. http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=49418 It's to bad that he didn't use the SLS suspension on it though. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, 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
Re: [MBZ] Joost
www.joost.com -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) BioBeast '82 300CD (166 kmi) '82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold '85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine Quoting andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Qu'est ce que c'est Joost? ___ 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] Rear end gear ???
Hello Mike My Mercedes Technical Data Passenger Cars says it depends on which Model you have. Is it 123.190 0r 123.193 or what? Given Model 123.xxx I can tell you what the book says. No guarantees the ring and pinion haven't been changed. Robert Message: 15 Date: Tue, 31 Jul 2007 07:34:00 -0700 (PDT) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] Rear end gear ??? To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain;charset=iso-8859-1 What gear ratio is the ring and pinion in the rear end of my 83 300TD? Thanks, Mike ___ 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
[MBZ] Lock cylinder RE: Mercedes Digest, Vol 20, Issue 166
Hello Alex I don't know about the 124, but I have been in the same place as you with my 123. Here's the story on 123. Perhaps it will be of some help. With the cylinder turned and the pin in the hole (depressing another pin), the black surround around the cylinder, which is threaded onto the actual ignition switch body, can be unscrewed. Turn it counterclockwise. There is a tool for fhis, but strong fingers can get it started, and after that it's easy. I thought the pin would magically release the lock cylinder. It will on Fords and GM, but Mercedes is engineereed like no other car, and all the pin does is make it possible to get the cylinder out. If it's made like 123, once you get it out you will see why and how. And oh, BTW, it's no picnic to put the new cylinder in, but you can do it. Good luck. Robert ;sthen it;s tto the le about ipin in the hole and the cylinder tuirned Date: Tue, 31 Jul 2007 07:06:27 -0700 From: Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] Need lock cylinder help again please! To: Mercedes Discussion List Mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Hi all, Just got my replacement ignition lock cylinder for my 124. I thought looking at it would make it obvious how to release the old one (which I have not yet been able to do). It doesn't. I see how to turn it to the position where the grooves line up and stick a paperclip in to trigger the catch, but I can't see how that magically releases the cylinder and allows it to be separated from the surrounding part. Any tips? Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al ___ 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] the practice of deceptive cluster switching
You can usually tell if the mileage is somewhat accurate. If it shows low miles but is really trashed, seats worn etc, chances are it really has more miles. Zoltan Finks wrote: How common do y'all think it is for the gauge cluster to be switched out in order to show a lower mileage on a vehicle? When I was getting a ride from the airport by the seller of my 190D recently, I told him of my 240D and its 121k mi. when I bought it. I mentioned that the engine went belly-up and the other problems it had, and his response was to question if it really had 121k, and to suggest that often the clusters are switched out to show untrue mileage. Made me wonder, as the wear on the suspension, and the cracked open CV boots seem to show lots of use. Then again, these are both symptoms of hot, dry desert living, no - the cracking of rubber bits? Brian 83 240D 87 190D Kevin reminded me by writing: and both of them had the instrument clusters and most of the dash ripped out of them! ___ 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 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 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] Lock cylinder RE: Mercedes Digest, Vol 20, Issue 166
Thanks, Robert! On 7/31/07, Robert Bigham [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Here's the story on 123. Perhaps it will be of some help. I have the impression the 124 and 123 cylinders are very similar if not identical, so I think it does. With the cylinder turned and the pin in the hole (depressing another pin), the black surround around the cylinder, which is threaded onto the actual ignition switch body, can be unscrewed. Turn it counterclockwise. No luck doing this so far. It feels like my paperclip is depressing the pin like it should, but nothing wants to move. Could the black surround just be jammed on there extra-tight? I've already scarred it badly with water pump pliers, so I'm afraid to manhandle it any further. And just twisting it with a modicum of force while holding the pin in there in the correct place seems to take more fingers than I have. There's got to be a trick to this that I'm just not getting. Will probably take it to my indy if I can't remove the cylinder tonight. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo with balky ignition lock ___ 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] the practice of deceptive cluster switching/my sad story
In a message dated 7/31/2007 10:50:52 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The POS SDL had severe odo tampering, but no indication that the whole cluster was changed from original. Just got rolled back over 100k ALL, Of course this is not new to the world of used cars. In 1969, I bought a used 65 Olds 98 from a Dodge dealer, with just over 50,000 on the odometer. It was less than 5 years old and that mileage seemed plausible, given the condition of the car. Turned out it was a salesman's car and spent a lot of time on the highway. It spun a rod bearing on my first trip and I spent most of my vacation overhauling the engine. I later found documentation that this car had reached 83,000 TWO years earlier. The fact is, after the overhaul, this BECAME a great road car with the export 375 HP engine and the first of the switch-pitch torque converters in front of a great turbo 400 transmission. Buyer beware, 'nuff said! Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 267 K miles 98 ML 320, 151 K miles ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour ___ 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] 1967 250S Pickup Conversion, yeah, that's right!
I know whats his name, Bill (B1) out in cal has one, not sure if is the same one you all are talking about or not. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yeah, who was that again Kaleb? I know you told me a while back Well, I think it was youLOL Was it B1 maybe? Mike [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You're tempting me JimI have a sweet set of Currie built 9 axles with ARB air lockers and all and my 300TD sitting in the front yard waiting for something to happen to it. Who was the fellow that made a 300TD 4x4, Brian something or other? I think he used a Toyota transfer case and axles. ___ 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 -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 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] Rust repair cost
geez, you have rust problems on that car? John Robbins wrote: 92 300D andrew strasfogel wrote: What 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 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 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
[MBZ] glow plug fuse
Brunnhilda lost her glow, I went to the Benz dealer today to get one (it is close by, I needed it now) and they charged me $3.90. It took the parts guy (in a nice suit) about 10 min to figure out what it was called (a lock fuse or something like that), then I had to stand behind all the swells getting their new rides serviced (one of whom was quite pleasant to stand behind, nudge nudge wink wink, say no more). I said to the checkout woman I bet that was the cheapest thing they had sold all day, and she laughed and said, yeah fer sure. Daughter unit wanted the new black SLK55 sitting there, but I steered her to the R500, marked down from 56950 to 49950! Their prices are INSANE!!! Yes, I know I should have a spare, should have checked it, blah blah. --R ___ 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] M1 sale at Walmart
Im pretty sure that is the regular price, at least around here. Mitch Haley wrote: Went to wally world last night. All the 5qts except for extended life were $19.94. 4qts of 5W-40 were still $22.xx. Extended stuff was $27.xx. Grabbed four jugs (5 gallons) of non-extended 15W-50 for Benz and lawn eqpt for $80. Using inflation adjusted $$, that's a better deal than when a local convenience store had M1 on clearance for $2 a quart in 1987. (but in 1987 it came in those shiny steel cans, I miss those) Mitch. ___ 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 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 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] the practice of deceptive cluster switching
You have to be careful whan judging a car. Some things wear with time while other things wear with use. Rubber plastic parts tend to deteriorate with time. Also, the Southern sun heat can be very brutal to the inside of a car. I've seen Mercedes with verified low miles thar had a cracked dash had the stuffing coming out of the seats the seats were colapsing. I always look over the interior but then I pay close attention to the brake pad tightness of the steering. I'll also look at the condition of the tie-rod end ball joint seals if it's supposed to be a low mileage car. Tom www.kegkits.com Original Message From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 07/31/07 05:54 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] the practice of deceptive cluster switching -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= You can usually tell if the mileage is somewhat accurate. If it shows low miles but is really trashed, seats worn etc, chances are it really has more miles. Zoltan Finks wrote: How common do y'all think it is for the gauge cluster to be switched out in order to show a lower mileage on a vehicle? When I was getting a ride from the airport by the seller of my 190D recently, I told him of my 240D and its 121k mi. when I bought it. I mentioned that the engine went belly-up and the other problems it had, and his response was to question if it really had 121k, and to suggest that often the clusters are switched out to show untrue mileage. Made me wonder, as the wear on the suspension, and the cracked open CV boots seem to show lots of use. Then again, these are both symptoms of hot, dry desert living, no - the cracking of rubber bits? Brian 83 240D 87 190D Kevin reminded me by writing: and both of them had the instrument clusters and most of the dash ripped out of them! ___ 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 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 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] Rear end gear ???
Hi Robert, Well, that's a good question. How do I find this out? Thanks, Mike Hello Mike My Mercedes Technical Data Passenger Cars says it depends on which Model you have. Is it 123.190 0r 123.193 or what? Given Model 123.xxx I can tell you what the book says. No guarantees the ring and pinion haven't been changed. Robert Message: 15 Date: Tue, 31 Jul 2007 07:34:00 -0700 (PDT) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] Rear end gear ??? To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain;charset=iso-8859-1 What gear ratio is the ring and pinion in the rear end of my 83 300TD? Thanks, Mike ___ 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] glow plug fuse
Spare Mercedes or spare fuse? Go ahead pick up the new black SLK55 - you know you want it! Tom www.kegkits.com Original Message From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 07/31/07 06:00 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] glow plug fuse -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Brunnhilda lost her glow, I went to the Benz dealer today to get one (it is close by, I needed it now) and they charged me $3.90. It took the parts guy (in a nice suit) about 10 min to figure out what it was called (a lock fuse or something like that), then I had to stand behind all the swells getting their new rides serviced (one of whom was quite pleasant to stand behind, nudge nudge wink wink, say no more). I said to the checkout woman I bet that was the cheapest thing they had sold all day, and she laughed and said, yeah fer sure. Daughter unit wanted the new black SLK55 sitting there, but I steered her to the R500, marked down from 56950 to 49950! Their prices are INSANE!!! Yes, I know I should have a spare, should have checked it, blah blah. --R ___ 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
[MBZ] Rocker switch
So, does anybody have a 12VDC MB rocker switch, such as defogger, air recirculation or rear dome light switches on my 87 300D center console available that I may use to control power to my mobility scooter recharging system? Wilton ___ 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] M1 sale at Walmart/Pennzoil and Quaker State At Pep Boys
In a message dated 7/31/2007 4:02:18 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Mitch Haley wrote: Went to wally world last night. All the 5qts except for extended life were $19.94. 4qts of 5W-40 were still $22.xx. Extended stuff was $27.xx. Grabbed four jugs (5 gallons) of non-extended 15W-50 for Benz and lawn eqpt for $80. Using inflation adjusted $$, that's a better deal than when a local convenience store had M1 on clearance for $2 a quart in 1987. (but in 1987 it came in those shiny steel cans, I miss those) All, The Sunday Paper had a Pep Boys ad with QS Or Pennzoil pure synthetics for $1.99/QT, after mail in rebate. You will need the coupon from the ad to get the sale price and $3/quart rebate on 6 quarts Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 267 K miles 98 ML 320, 151 K miles ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour ___ 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] spam?
spamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspam spamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspamspam Lupines. RLE ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour ___ 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] parts fraud.
HiAs I had mentioned earlier, I DID get all the New parts from Rusty and they arrived promptly in two shipments. I Never have a problem there ordering parts , shipment, or Billing. Now For my 300sel 3,5 I also needed small bits of trim ,knobs etc. My very first sourcing inquiry was to You, but you were unable to assist with anything for the W.109 . Using the internet ' parts locator ' I was given this and another other address carrying the required parts. They replied promptly and mentioned availability of two complete cars available for parts hence my order. Do a Google search for their website EAP PARTS .LLC .it will turn out very interesting. You could have easily ordered from them too just like the others who have been conned . Do read the web report. mak 220S/62 230 /66 280s /69 300sel 3.5 /71 300se/126 /90 - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 01, 2007 3:56 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] parts fraud. Never heard of them but not sure why anyone would buy parts there when Rusty has the best price on new parts and I have the best price on used. Affzaal.Khan wrote: Larry Belatedly I found that there is awebsite warning about EAP Auto parts .and their rip-off game of not shipping the parts. Apparently other people have been defrauded too. Pity there is nothing one can do and they blatantly carry on defrauding people. their website is: eaparts.com It does come up along with the warning site if you do a Google search for eaparts. Regards mak ___ 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 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.476 / Virus Database: 269.11.0/927 - Release Date: 7/30/2007 5:02 PM ___ 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] glow plug fuse
Hmmm, maybe both. Nice as the SLK was, I don't think I could ooze into it. The SL550 next to it however We had a bit of fun there, daughter and I. I was dressed in my woodworking outfit, kinda grubby looking, she was whining that Daddy I RLLY need the SLK to take to school with me. I say, But it won't be any good in the snow if you get any. I know, that's why I NED the G55 too! I'll put the SLK in the garage for winter and drive the G. Well, I think you have enough headroom on your Amex, just go over there and tell them you want them both, we can come back later and deal with the paperwork. So she perks up and says OK! and wanders off, while the swells were casting sideways glances at her... Too funny. --R Tom Hargrave wrote: Spare Mercedes or spare fuse? Go ahead pick up the new black SLK55 - you know you want it! Tom www.kegkits.com Original Message From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 07/31/07 06:00 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] glow plug fuse -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Brunnhilda lost her glow, I went to the Benz dealer today to get one (it is close by, I needed it now) and they charged me $3.90. It took the parts guy (in a nice suit) about 10 min to figure out what it was called (a lock fuse or something like that), then I had to stand behind all the swells getting their new rides serviced (one of whom was quite pleasant to stand behind, nudge nudge wink wink, say no more). I said to the checkout woman I bet that was the cheapest thing they had sold all day, and she laughed and said, yeah fer sure. Daughter unit wanted the new black SLK55 sitting there, but I steered her to the R500, marked down from 56950 to 49950! Their prices are INSANE!!! Yes, I know I should have a spare, should have checked it, blah blah. --R ___ 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 ___ 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
[MBZ] Rebates (was: M1 sale at Walmart/Pennzoil and Quaker State At Pep Boys)
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The Sunday Paper had a Pep Boys ad with QS Or Pennzoil pure synthetics for $1.99/QT, after mail in rebate. You will need the coupon from the ad to get the sale price and $3/quart rebate on 6 quarts YMMV, but I never price-compare based on rebates. At least half the time I never receive them, and the terms and conditions of the rebate offer leave you little recourse if you don't. Worse, more and more in the fine print you discover that the rebate is in the form of store credit, not cash. -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ 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] Modern porch furniture from old car parts
I've been saving the pari of broken 8 hole wheels for just such a project. Haven't decided whether to make a table or a chair --- Perhaps use the bent 123 grill for a back rest ? On 7/31/07, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Awesome! On 7/31/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I see a rush amongst the listers to start building this kind of stuff. The little shelter would be a neat addition to any neighborhood -- and high-class too if you used old Benz bonnets. Surprise your wife and neighbors with your ingenuity and practicality! --R -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli '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] Joost
On Tue, 31 Jul 2007 11:19:57 -0400 andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Qu'est ce que c'est Joost? Bitte, wiederholen Sie dass auf Deutsch. Dies ist ein List fuer ein deutsches auto, nicht wahr? 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] parts fraud.
On Tue, 31 Jul 2007 18:44:44 +0500 Affzaal.Khan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Larry Belatedly I found that there is awebsite warning about EAP Auto parts .and their rip-off game of not shipping the parts. Apparently other people have been defrauded too. Pity there is nothing one can do and they blatantly carry on defrauding people. their website is: eaparts.com It does come up along with the warning site if you do a Google search for eaparts. Since they're in Colorado, talk with people at the Colorado Attorney General's office. Their webpage is at http://www.ago.state.co.us/index.cfm and their contact page is at http://www.ago.state.co.us/contact_us.cfm 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
[MBZ] Need Manual trans fast
Seems I killed it. The trans in Gump is truly boogered. Shop wants to tear it down and rebuild since both reverse and at least one other gear are engaged. Now I am trolling CL looking for donor cars so that I can just take the old one out and have the working one installed. Then on my own time I can rebuild the one I screwed up. Great learning experience for me and the boy. Also learned to not be so gung ho about working on stuff I fail to RTFM before jumping in. It is the small repairs that have resulted in the biggest bills to defornicate. -- 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] parts fraud.
Might be due to not living here and needing the parts to ship to over there, where Rusty has run into trouble getting parts to ship over there for reasonable and without getting local customs officials involved. Or maybe it was because the folks in the great white north were not doing something good and What the heck do I know? Would have been better to have Rusty provide parts for him to ship home himself. clay On 31 Jul 2007, at 15:56, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Never heard of them but not sure why anyone would buy parts there when Rusty has the best price on new parts and I have the best price on used. Affzaal.Khan wrote: Larry Belatedly I found that there is awebsite warning about EAP Auto parts .and their rip-off game of not shipping the parts. Apparently other people have been defrauded too. Pity there is nothing one can do and they blatantly carry on defrauding people. their website is: eaparts.com It does come up along with the warning site if you do a Google search for eaparts. Regards mak ___ 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 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 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] M1 sale at Walmart
On Tue, 31 Jul 2007 18:01:50 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Im pretty sure that is the regular price, at least around here. Mitch Haley wrote: Went to wally world last night. All the 5qts except for extended life were $19.94. 4qts of 5W-40 were still $22.xx. Extended stuff was $27.xx. I bought three jugs of 15W-50 at Wal-Mart on Saturday (we had to drive the 30 miles to Española for a vet appointment, so we stopped by Wal-Mart). They were $19.94 ea. I was looking at the truck and SUV oil, which I though was mentioned on this list as being re-badged [now I forgot the name], but they were 10W-30, obviously not the right choice. I did see turbodiesel and truck oil, which had higher viscosity. Was that the one of which I was thinking? 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
[MBZ] Window shopping
Had to go and pick up come computer stuff today, and the dealer is right next door. I always go and have a little look around. Large number of cars on the used lot. The had a G wagon done to AMG spec. I'm not a real SUV type person, but I've always like this one. To me it's a truck with grunt. Never really got the idea behind such things as Cayennes. I've been around them, and even had some hot laps in a twin turbo one, but I keep asking myself, It's fine and all, but why? Had a look around the service department. Cleaner than some hospitals I've seen. Everything is done in a nice calm pace. Well, I guess at $120 per hour, why rush it, hee hee. Seem all the dealers, including porsche now offer these bar type areas where you can relax, have a cofffee or espresso and what whatever you're interested in while waiting to get screwed by the service manager. :-) I think they like you nice and relaxed to soften you up for the shock when they hand you the bill. Still, they have created such a nice enviornment, you almost buy into it. Inside the large service area, they have a section that is glassed off, where the floor is tiles and all the tools are for that area only. This is where the Maybach's are serviced. It's about the size of a good size double garage, with a full counter area where the tech can do his reading up on whatever service is required. They also service the SLRs there. While I was there, they had a 722 or is it 733 version. That is the slightly pumped up version just incase the standard SLR leaves you a little wanting. Outside, they had several new S Classes as well as New CL coupes. The coupe looks much nicer in the flesh, er, metal than in pics. I must remember to buy a lotto ticket tomorrow. :-) Ed 300E ___ 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 Manual trans fast
On Tue, 31 Jul 2007 19:23:13 -0700 Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Seems I killed it. The trans in Gump is truly boogered. Shop wants to tear it down and rebuild since both reverse and at least one other gear are engaged. I'm not sure why that's a real problem. Did something inside break that they can't move the levers to get it out of gear? Now I am trolling CL looking for donor cars so that I can just take the old one out and have the working one installed. Then on my own time I can rebuild the one I screwed up. Great learning experience for me and the boy. Yes, that's for sure. Also learned to not be so gung ho about working on stuff I fail to RTFM before jumping in. It is the small repairs that have resulted in the biggest bills to defornicate. Oops. 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] Window shopping
Yea, BuyMBParts has one of those. It is called the RustyQ. :-) On 7/31/07, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Seem all the dealers, including porsche now offer these bar type areas where you can relax, have a cofffee or espresso and what whatever you're interested in while waiting -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Make a small loan, Make a big difference - Kiva.org ___ 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 Manual trans fast
Craig McCluskey wrote: I'm not sure why that's a real problem. Did something inside break that they can't move the levers to get it out of gear? Perhaps the application of horsepower (and burning clutch) jammed it so hard you can't get the syncros to slide apart? I'd be tempted to try to turn the engine backwards a bit and see if it decreased the pressure on the gears enough to get reverse disengaged. (for example, if you can turn the engine 10 degrees, turn it five degrees so there's equal slop in both directions.) Mitch. ___ 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] spamspamspam
Lapines? Lupines. RLE ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour ___ 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 Manual trans fast
That may work, but at this point I am out of the equation unless I can source parts cheap. Gump is living at the shop until then, or I get her towed to the Frybrid guy. He does good work, but is near impossible to get on the schedule. On 31 Jul 2007, at 20:09, Mitch Haley wrote: Craig McCluskey wrote: I'm not sure why that's a real problem. Did something inside break that they can't move the levers to get it out of gear? Perhaps the application of horsepower (and burning clutch) jammed it so hard you can't get the syncros to slide apart? I'd be tempted to try to turn the engine backwards a bit and see if it decreased the pressure on the gears enough to get reverse disengaged. (for example, if you can turn the engine 10 degrees, turn it five degrees so there's equal slop in both directions.) Mitch. ___ 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 ___ 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] self service
,Also learned to not be so gung ho about working on stuff I fail to RTFM before jumping in. It is the small repairs that have resulted in the biggest bills to defornicate. Frendamine who owns a big Porsche Indy shop in Bellevue (Squire's) told me long ago that cars that come in that the owners have been doing maintenance on have far more wrong with them that those that leave them alone. RLE ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour ___ 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] M1 sale at Walmart
Craig McCluskey wrote: I was looking at the truck and SUV oil, which I though was mentioned on this list as being re-badged [now I forgot the name], but they were 10W-30, obviously not the right choice. I did see turbodiesel and truck oil, which had higher viscosity. Was that the one of which I was thinking? In the beginning, there was Delvac One. Then Walmart wanted some, and Mobil called it TruckSUV 5W-40 or similar. Then to stop the fools from putting it in their gasser trucks, they came out with the xW30 TruckSUV (don't ask me how it's different from regular xW30) and called the repackaged D-One Turbo Diesel Truck 5W40. The problem is that they sell the TDT for over $5.50 a qt. There were rollback signs on the 15w50 I bought, it had been going for around $22-23 here.(major metro Walmarts often undercut my local store, so 19.94 may be the regular price elsewhere) I'd rather pay $4 a qt for 15w50 than $5.50+ for 5W40 with higher TBN. Mitch. ___ 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] spamspamspam
Lupines eat lapines, and run amok in Kent --R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Lapines? Lupines. RLE ___ 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] self service
Uh, yes On 31 Jul 2007, at 20:20, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ,Also learned to not be so gung ho about working on stuff I fail to RTFM before jumping in. It is the small repairs that have resulted in the biggest bills to defornicate. Frendamine who owns a big Porsche Indy shop in Bellevue (Squire's) told me long ago that cars that come in that the owners have been doing maintenance on have far more wrong with them that those that leave them alone. RLE ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour ___ 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] M1 sale at Walmart
speaking of M1, what would the proper one be for a gasser, such as a E420. 15W50 OK or should I use that 0W40 or whatever it is Mitch Haley wrote: Craig McCluskey wrote: I was looking at the truck and SUV oil, which I though was mentioned on this list as being re-badged [now I forgot the name], but they were 10W-30, obviously not the right choice. I did see turbodiesel and truck oil, which had higher viscosity. Was that the one of which I was thinking? In the beginning, there was Delvac One. Then Walmart wanted some, and Mobil called it TruckSUV 5W-40 or similar. Then to stop the fools from putting it in their gasser trucks, they came out with the xW30 TruckSUV (don't ask me how it's different from regular xW30) and called the repackaged D-One Turbo Diesel Truck 5W40. The problem is that they sell the TDT for over $5.50 a qt. There were rollback signs on the 15w50 I bought, it had been going for around $22-23 here.(major metro Walmarts often undercut my local store, so 19.94 may be the regular price elsewhere) I'd rather pay $4 a qt for 15w50 than $5.50+ for 5W40 with higher TBN. Mitch. ___ 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 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 87 300TD, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 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] Rocker switch
and a window switch won't work? On 7/31/07, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So, does anybody have a 12VDC MB rocker switch, such as defogger, air recirculation or rear dome light switches on my 87 300D center console Aren't the post-123 switches somewhat different? Mostly I have 123 stuff, that's what shows up at the U-Pull. -- 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 -- Sunil Hari [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] self service
On 7/31/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Frendamine who owns a big Porsche Indy shop in Bellevue (Squire's) told me long ago that cars that come in that the owners have been doing maintenance on have far more wrong with them that those that leave them alone. Typical attitude of so-called professionals who are afraid of losing their livelihood if the truth got out that their jobs don't involve much that an ordinary person can't do with a little practice and the right reference materials. I find it annoyingly common among lawyers, for instance. Anyone can draw up a legally bulletproof will or no-fault divorce papers, but then who would make $1,000 for half an hour of a secretary's work copying boilerplate text and filling in blanks? Alex ___ 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] Rebates (was: M1 sale at Walmart/Pennzoil and Quaker State At Pep B...
In a message dated 7/31/2007 5:03:18 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: YMMV, but I never price-compare based on rebates. At least half the time I never receive them, and the terms and conditions of the rebate offer leave you little recourse if you don't. Worse, more and more in the fine print you discover that the rebate is in the form of store credit, not cash. Well, this speaks to your mentality and your life style. I am retired have the time and reading skills to process rebates properly. I have been stiffed once in the last 10 years. And saving $24 on 6 cans of oil is nothing to sneeze at! I would prefer Mobil 1, but I have lesser cars than the Mercedes and QS will do fine! I also got 4 cans of R134 for $3 each and 4 purolator oil filters for free, after rebates. My travels take me right by the store so there is no incidental costs other than the cost of money while I wait for my $36 rebate. Regards, Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 267 K miles 98 ML 320, 151 K miles ** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour ___ 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] Kevin visits Seattle
I might have a gearbox for you. What exactly do you need? Manual or Auto? --- Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/car/386489940.html http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/386189649.html Now if only I could get the POS 220/240d transmission he saw on the junker cars.. -- 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
