Re: [MBZ] Fungi Make Biodiesel Efficiently at Room Temperature
It seems than at Thu, 23 Aug 2007 22:27:44 -0500, Rich wrote: http://blog.wired.com/wiredscience/2007/08/fungi-make-biod.html Those Indians are at it again, making biodiesel out of something that looks like poop, Cool! Couple that with algae to create the oil, and we've got a dandy system! http://www.unh.edu/p2/biodiesel/article_alge.html -- Philip ___ 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] Fuses
Isn't dielectric grease the kind that isn't conductive? In fact a google search agrees with me, this is the stuff you're supposed to put over something when the connection is already made. I can't remember what connection (ie conductive) grease is called... -Curt Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2007 21:10:27 -0400 From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fuses To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Up in Canada, we can get them at Canadian Tire for next to nothing. I put a spot of dielectric grease on the tips on my other car, to prevent them from sticking, and just change them every 4-5 years or so and keep some of the old in the trunk as spares. Ed 300E 911SC - Looking for a deal? Find great prices on flights and hotels with Yahoo! FareChase. ___ 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] OT: Motorcycle success
Yep I came to that conclusion last night sitting and looking at it, its not that complicated an item. Where do you get the stuff? Theres an old school CarQuest in town I was going to try tomorrow. If only I could make the valve cover gasket thats leaking. For that I need to call a Honda dealer, but not until this fall when I put the bike away, its not leaking all that much. -Curt Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2007 21:34:03 -0700 From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Motorcycle success To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed Now I need to see if a Honda dealer can get just the gasket for the stator cover. Otherwise its $150 for a full gasket set... Or get some gasket paper and make one which is what I presume you would do. Yeah, gasket paper. Cheap and effective. Just takes a bit of time. Like 10 minutes! -- Jim - Be a better Heartthrob. Get better relationship answers from someone who knows. Yahoo! Answers - Check it out. ___ 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] Fuses
Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Isn't dielectric grease the kind that isn't conductive? In fact a google search agrees with me, this is the stuff you're supposed to put over something when the connection is already made. I can't remember what connection (ie conductive) grease is called... There are contact enhancers such as Stabilant. Very good, very expensive. It's meant for card-edge or plug/pin type connections, not switches or other momentary, moving contacts. http://ralaudio.com/stabilant-22-contact-enhancer-m-2.html -- 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] OT: Motorcycle success
I grew up dirt poor, I use to get folders from school to make gaskets out of. You know the yellow file folders, it works great. You can make any gasket you need. You can purchase two part liquid rubber and make any rubber gasket you want. For example for a valve cover gasket just make a mold out of plaster of paris. Then you paint it, wax it and pour in the liquid rubber. You can also get two part liquid plastic as well. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 8:53 AM To: Diesel List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Motorcycle success Yep I came to that conclusion last night sitting and looking at it, its not that complicated an item. Where do you get the stuff? Theres an old school CarQuest in town I was going to try tomorrow. If only I could make the valve cover gasket thats leaking. For that I need to call a Honda dealer, but not until this fall when I put the bike away, its not leaking all that much. -Curt Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2007 21:34:03 -0700 From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Motorcycle success To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed Now I need to see if a Honda dealer can get just the gasket for the stator cover. Otherwise its $150 for a full gasket set... Or get some gasket paper and make one which is what I presume you would do. Yeah, gasket paper. Cheap and effective. Just takes a bit of time. Like 10 minutes! -- Jim - Be a better Heartthrob. Get better relationship answers from someone who knows. Yahoo! Answers - Check it out. ___ 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] Fungi Make Biodiesel Efficiently at Room Temperature
You see poop, I see dark chocolate morsels. On 8/23/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://blog.wired.com/wiredscience/2007/08/fungi-make-biod.html Those Indians are at it again, making biodiesel out of something that looks like poop, or poop is an intermediate stage, or poop-like material is involved somehow. I'm not sure it would pass through filters or injectors, but here it is. Biodiesel from mushrooms, somehow. --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] Fungi Make Biodiesel Efficiently at Room Temperature
The key is in the taste. --R andrew strasfogel wrote: You see poop, I see dark chocolate morsels. On 8/23/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://blog.wired.com/wiredscience/2007/08/fungi-make-biod.html Those Indians are at it again, making biodiesel out of something that looks like poop, or poop is an intermediate stage, or poop-like material is involved somehow. I'm not sure it would pass through filters or injectors, but here it is. Biodiesel from mushrooms, somehow. --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
Re: [MBZ] Fuses
there is dielectric grease which enhances connecctions - have a tube in my toolbox that I checked the last time this question came up - it says, Dielectric and that it enhances electrical connections. I believe there is also a Dielectric Grease which does not enhance the connection but I believe both are called Dielectric. 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: Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Diesel List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 8:48 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fuses Isn't dielectric grease the kind that isn't conductive? In fact a google search agrees with me, this is the stuff you're supposed to put over something when the connection is already made. I can't remember what connection (ie conductive) grease is called... -Curt Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2007 21:10:27 -0400 From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fuses To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Up in Canada, we can get them at Canadian Tire for next to nothing. I put a spot of dielectric grease on the tips on my other car, to prevent them from sticking, and just change them every 4-5 years or so and keep some of the old in the trunk as spares. Ed 300E 911SC - Looking for a deal? Find great prices on flights and hotels with Yahoo! FareChase. ___ 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: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.2/967 - Release Date: 8/22/2007 6:51 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] OT: Motorcycle success
A trick I learned was to put gasket material over the part and then use the ball end of a ball pin hammer to cut out gasket. When I was a kid I had little two stroke motorcycles and at one point I needed a new head gasket for one, which as thin piece of aluminum. So I could not afford a new one, thus looked around for thin piece of aluminum to make one out of. After much searching I kicked myself when I realized a coke can was perfect. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 9:39 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Motorcycle success Where do you get the stuff? Theres an old school CarQuest in town I was going to try tomorrow. Any auto parts store ought to have it. When I needed gaskets for the Hercules on my genset I choked at the price of the gasket set and just bought the head gasket and a $20 roll of heavy gasket paper. A pencil, tin snips, and Harbor Freight hole punches is all I've needed to make the rest of the gaskets. I've continued to use the leftovers to make other random gaskets, the latest was the rear cover for my 190D's injection pump. -- 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] OT: Motorcycle success
Where do you get the stuff? Theres an old school CarQuest in town I was going to try tomorrow. Any auto parts store ought to have it. When I needed gaskets for the Hercules on my genset I choked at the price of the gasket set and just bought the head gasket and a $20 roll of heavy gasket paper. A pencil, tin snips, and Harbor Freight hole punches is all I've needed to make the rest of the gaskets. I've continued to use the leftovers to make other random gaskets, the latest was the rear cover for my 190D's injection pump. -- 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] Fungi Make Biodiesel Efficiently at Room Temperature
I wonder if that entire article was a hoax. On 8/24/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The key is in the taste. --R andrew strasfogel wrote: You see poop, I see dark chocolate morsels. On 8/23/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://blog.wired.com/wiredscience/2007/08/fungi-make-biod.html Those Indians are at it again, making biodiesel out of something that looks like poop, or poop is an intermediate stage, or poop-like material is involved somehow. I'm not sure it would pass through filters or injectors, but here it is. Biodiesel from mushrooms, somehow. --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 ___ 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] Gasket paper WAS Motorcycle success
Jim Cathey wrote: Yeah, gasket paper. Cheap and effective. Just takes a bit of time. Like 10 minutes! Where do you guys find this stuff? None of the local McParts have it... 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] Gasket paper WAS Motorcycle success
Where do you guys find this stuff? None of the local McParts have it... Got mine at NAPA, but I've seen it at Schucks too. -- 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
Glenn, I hate to say it, but we have had trouble with almost every moving company over the years-we never used Wheaton, but Grabel was the worst-on a move from Ithaca to Nashville, they lost my antique 1950 Dodge half ton pickup for 6 weeks. It turned up in a fenced lot in NJ (no joke) Mayflower was not much better-that depended on who the local affiliate sent to unload you-we got 3 guys, two of whom were drunk and stoned. Packing was not much better for some of them. And Grabel was slow to settle claim of damage to new floor from refrigerator being dragged across it. Anyway, the best movers were my friends and I 30 years ago with a U-Haul and a couple cases of Yuengling Beer. Hope you are getting settled in W. NC-I visit Hendersonville several times a year to see family. Do check out Euro spec for an Indy specializing in MB. My 'new' 240D (1978) is being serviced there before its ride North next month. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1979 240D-250K + miles 1990 300D 2.5t 135K miles Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Glenn Brown Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 10:56 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] OT: Wheaton Van Lines For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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] Gasket paper WAS Motorcycle success
Most parts places have it near the gasket sealer. Comes in little rolls. ---Robert John Robbins wrote: Jim Cathey wrote: Yeah, gasket paper. Cheap and effective. Just takes a bit of time. Like 10 minutes! Where do you guys find this stuff? None of the local McParts have it... 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 ___ 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] Fuses
It seems than at Fri, 24 Aug 2007 05:48:30 -0700 (PDT), Curt wrote: Isn't dielectric grease the kind that isn't conductive? In fact a google search agrees with me, this is the stuff you're supposed to put over something when the connection is already made. I can't remember what connection (ie conductive) grease is called... -Curt Up in Canada, we can get them at Canadian Tire for next to nothing. I put a spot of dielectric grease on the tips on my other car, to prevent them from sticking, and just change them every 4-5 years or so and keep some of the old in the trunk as spares. Ed You don't need conductive grease. The purpose of the grease is to keep the air (oxygen) away from the metal. I use wheel bearing grease on practically every electrical connection from the battery terminals to lamp sockets. I have never seen any evidence of a increase in resistance - but I do get 5 year-old battery connections that have no corrosion and 20 year-old in-line repairs under the car that are still reliable. -- Philip ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
We had insurance and they still only reimbursed us $.45 per pound, regardless of the items' value. The industry is pathologically under-regulated. On 8/24/07, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Glenn, I hate to say it, but we have had trouble with almost every moving company over the years-we never used Wheaton, but Grabel was the worst-on a move from Ithaca to Nashville, they lost my antique 1950 Dodge half ton pickup for 6 weeks. It turned up in a fenced lot in NJ (no joke) Mayflower was not much better-that depended on who the local affiliate sent to unload you-we got 3 guys, two of whom were drunk and stoned. Packing was not much better for some of them. And Grabel was slow to settle claim of damage to new floor from refrigerator being dragged across it. Anyway, the best movers were my friends and I 30 years ago with a U-Haul and a couple cases of Yuengling Beer. Hope you are getting settled in W. NC-I visit Hendersonville several times a year to see family. Do check out Euro spec for an Indy specializing in MB. My 'new' 240D (1978) is being serviced there before its ride North next month. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1979 240D-250K + miles 1990 300D 2.5t 135K miles Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Glenn Brown Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 10:56 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] OT: Wheaton Van Lines For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] Fuses
It seems than at Fri, 24 Aug 2007 09:57:12 -0400, LarryT wrote: there is dielectric grease which enhances connecctions - have a tube in my toolbox that I checked the last time this question came up - it says, Dielectric and that it enhances electrical connections. I believe there is also a Dielectric Grease which does not enhance the connection but I believe both are called Dielectric. The definition of dielectric is not-conductive, or anti-electric, or insulator. It can enhance connections by preventing oxidation. -- Philip ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
You hit the nail on the head when you said depended on who the local affiliate sent That's the only realistic difference between most movers. The big trucks are regulated by FCC so there will be little difference in prices and policies. Mostly the local people on temp hire will pack and load your precious stuff and they couldn't care less.. Sorry - that's the way it is. We were moved 10 times in 15 years and it was always paid for by my employer and it was always the same - frustrating. 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: Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 12:09 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Wheaton Van Lines Glenn, I hate to say it, but we have had trouble with almost every moving company over the years-we never used Wheaton, but Grabel was the worst-on a move from Ithaca to Nashville, they lost my antique 1950 Dodge half ton pickup for 6 weeks. It turned up in a fenced lot in NJ (no joke) Mayflower was not much better-that depended on who the local affiliate sent to unload you-we got 3 guys, two of whom were drunk and stoned. Packing was not much better for some of them. And Grabel was slow to settle claim of damage to new floor from refrigerator being dragged across it. Anyway, the best movers were my friends and I 30 years ago with a U-Haul and a couple cases of Yuengling Beer. Hope you are getting settled in W. NC-I visit Hendersonville several times a year to see family. Do check out Euro spec for an Indy specializing in MB. My 'new' 240D (1978) is being serviced there before its ride North next month. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1979 240D-250K + miles 1990 300D 2.5t 135K miles Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Glenn Brown Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 10:56 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] OT: Wheaton Van Lines For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.2/967 - Release Date: 8/22/2007 6:51 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
You have to check to see if your homeowners/renters insurance covers your stuff in a move, then file with them and let them duke it out with the carrier. ---Robert andrew strasfogel wrote: We had insurance and they still only reimbursed us $.45 per pound, regardless of the items' value. The industry is pathologically under-regulated. On 8/24/07, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Glenn, I hate to say it, but we have had trouble with almost every moving company over the years-we never used Wheaton, but Grabel was the worst-on a move from Ithaca to Nashville, they lost my antique 1950 Dodge half ton pickup for 6 weeks. It turned up in a fenced lot in NJ (no joke) Mayflower was not much better-that depended on who the local affiliate sent to unload you-we got 3 guys, two of whom were drunk and stoned. Packing was not much better for some of them. And Grabel was slow to settle claim of damage to new floor from refrigerator being dragged across it. Anyway, the best movers were my friends and I 30 years ago with a U-Haul and a couple cases of Yuengling Beer. Hope you are getting settled in W. NC-I visit Hendersonville several times a year to see family. Do check out Euro spec for an Indy specializing in MB. My 'new' 240D (1978) is being serviced there before its ride North next month. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1979 240D-250K + miles 1990 300D 2.5t 135K miles Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Glenn Brown Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 10:56 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] OT: Wheaton Van Lines For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
I'm young so haven't been in the position to need a moving company, but I had a friend who worked a summer as a mover and his comments on it basically mirrored what you guys have said. ie, A lot of the crew were not the best stock of the labor pool... One thing I did find interesting is that some people gave them tips... some also cooked on the BBQ for them as well. Has anyone noticed if this helps any? As an unrelated side note... on one of the 'Open discussion' sites of another MB Forum someone mentioned that they tip their garbage men. Anybody else do that? I don't even know how I would go about doing that or if I even have the same guys on a consistent basis! John LarryT wrote: You hit the nail on the head when you said depended on who the local affiliate sent That's the only realistic difference between most movers. The big trucks are regulated by FCC so there will be little difference in prices and policies. Mostly the local people on temp hire will pack and load your precious stuff and they couldn't care less.. Sorry - that's the way it is. We were moved 10 times in 15 years and it was always paid for by my employer and it was always the same - frustrating. ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
On 8/24/07, John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: One thing I did find interesting is that some people gave them tips... some also cooked on the BBQ for them as well. Has anyone noticed if this helps any? Tips and cooking would normally come after the fact, so it would only help if you use then again. As an unrelated side note... on one of the 'Open discussion' sites of another MB Forum someone mentioned that they tip their garbage men. Anybody else do that? I don't even know how I would go about doing that or if I even have the same guys on a consistent basis! I tip my garbage guys every Christmas. I call to find out their first names, prepare each one a cash envelope and place it near the bags on a pine branch with a Merry Christmas sign. The driver has only changed once over the years, but the tail gate guys are inmates from the county jail. I also tip my mail carrier, UPS driver and FedEx driver with cash. My card always thanks them for giving us great service. Harry 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 14:23:35 -0400 LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You hit the nail on the head when you said depended on who the local affiliate sent That's the only realistic difference between most movers. The big trucks are regulated by FCC ICC, Interstate Commerce Commission, not Federal Communications Commission. 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] Waxing/Polishing Car
I started waxing/polishing my car (midnight blue) with 3M Imperial Hand Glaze (Part Number 051131 39007) and got excellent results. My hands and arms, however, lasted only a short while (having had tendonitis in the past is a hinderance). I was wondering if the Chamberlain Polishmaster 1900 that I have would be compatible with the Hand Glaze or if I should consider an alternate method. (One fellow at work was very down on the Polishmaster, saying that the one he used left noticable swirls in his finish.) Any suggestions? Thanks, 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] Waxing/Polishing Car
When I was younger, I helped my dad paint a few cars. The rule back then was to not apply any wax or protective coating for at least 6 months. This was to give the paint time to cure out - any coating of any kind provided a barrier actually slowed the curing process. Carnauba paste wax is still one of the best polished around but unfortunately, it's also one of the hardest to work with. Your polisher would probably work great with carnauba wax. I don't have an opinion of 3M Imperial Hand Glaze. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 2:14 PM To: mercedes Subject: [MBZ] Waxing/Polishing Car I started waxing/polishing my car (midnight blue) with 3M Imperial Hand Glaze (Part Number 051131 39007) and got excellent results. My hands and arms, however, lasted only a short while (having had tendonitis in the past is a hinderance). I was wondering if the Chamberlain Polishmaster 1900 that I have would be compatible with the Hand Glaze or if I should consider an alternate method. (One fellow at work was very down on the Polishmaster, saying that the one he used left noticable swirls in his finish.) Any suggestions? Thanks, 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 ___ 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] Waxing/Polishing Car
I would recommend 3M Show Car Wax, as it can be applied with a buffer or by hand, and the results are pretty much the same. I was a real purist for many years, believing that the only proper way to apply wax was by hand, until I bit the bullet and bought a random orbit polisher. What used to take me all day can be done in an hour or two with the polisher. Dan (the Mercedes Martha Stewart) --- Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I started waxing/polishing my car (midnight blue) with 3M Imperial Hand Glaze (Part Number 051131 39007) and got excellent results. My hands and arms, however, lasted only a short while (having had tendonitis in the past is a hinderance). I was wondering if the Chamberlain Polishmaster 1900 that I have would be compatible with the Hand Glaze or if I should consider an alternate method. (One fellow at work was very down on the Polishmaster, saying that the one he used left noticable swirls in his finish.) Any suggestions? Thanks, 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 Pinpoint customers who are looking for what you sell. http://searchmarketing.yahoo.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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
I know this doesn't help your current situation, but I'm going to chime in on mover-woes too. We are still unpacking and have found some major things missing and damaged. The three guys had such a thick ebonics language going among themselves it was annoying. That's all fine, I guess, but the main guy had that typical tough guy attitude and no courtesy/respect. And when they could not account for several items at the end of their unloading, he got very defensive with me. He thought he was above reproach, despite the obviously missing and damaged things. Two different moving companies were involved for reasons unknown to us. One was Mayflower, and the other I don't remember right now. Despite my wife's discussing things with them before hand, they went ahead and took a more expensive route and charged us the difference. When they came back from lunch, they were quite a bit more, well, relaxed. With most of our bicycles, they twisted the handlebars to parallel with the frame. When I mentioned that the bikes were damaged, they told me oh yeah, that's what we do to make them fit. Fiasco. We will be making quite a claim, but by the sounds of things on the forum here, we will be fought tooth and nail. Okay, this has been a rough draft for a complaint to moving company. Brian On 8/24/07, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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] OT: Motorcycle success
I have been poor too but at this point I think I'm at the point in my life where my time is worth more than the money to buy the rubber gaskets. Paper gaskets I can't see taking a long time to make but rubber gaskets seem like a project... I've got lots of other projects, once this bike is running my wife's bike needs the cooling system put back together, then I've got a snowmobile muffler that wants welding. The car still wants welding. The truck could use some fiberglass in a door panel I'm not even going to try to weld. One of the other snowmobiles wants carb cleaning and needs the seat restapled. On that one I know the bolts will break when I pull the seat And on and on. -Curt Date: Fri, 24 Aug 2007 09:11:27 -0400 From: Trampas [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Motorcycle success To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII I grew up dirt poor, I use to get folders from school to make gaskets out of. You know the yellow file folders, it works great. You can make any gasket you need. You can purchase two part liquid rubber and make any rubber gasket you want. For example for a valve cover gasket just make a mold out of plaster of paris. Then you paint it, wax it and pour in the liquid rubber. You can also get two part liquid plastic as well. Trampas - Got a little couch potato? Check out fun summer activities for kids. ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
Last time my uncle moved he sold everything that would not fit in one trip in his car. Said he never really missed anything. Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I know this doesn't help your current situation, but I'm going to chime in on mover-woes too. We are still unpacking and have found some major things missing and damaged. The three guys had such a thick ebonics language going among themselves it was annoying. That's all fine, I guess, but the main guy had that typical tough guy attitude and no courtesy/respect. And when they could not account for several items at the end of their unloading, he got very defensive with me. He thought he was above reproach, despite the obviously missing and damaged things. Two different moving companies were involved for reasons unknown to us. One was Mayflower, and the other I don't remember right now. Despite my wife's discussing things with them before hand, they went ahead and took a more expensive route and charged us the difference. When they came back from lunch, they were quite a bit more, well, relaxed. With most of our bicycles, they twisted the handlebars to parallel with the frame. When I mentioned that the bikes were damaged, they told me oh yeah, that's what we do to make them fit. Fiasco. We will be making quite a claim, but by the sounds of things on the forum here, we will be fought tooth and nail. Okay, this has been a rough draft for a complaint to moving company. Brian On 8/24/07, Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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 -- 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] Fuses
I use regular chassis grease on the battery connections on my '52 Farmall. That 6v battery has everything it can do to start the tractor, dirty connections will easily make it a no-go. The grease helps the connections stay clean longer and makes them easier to clean. -Curt Date: Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:12:50 -0500 From: Fmiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fuses To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII It seems than at Fri, 24 Aug 2007 05:48:30 -0700 (PDT), Curt wrote: Isn't dielectric grease the kind that isn't conductive? In fact a google search agrees with me, this is the stuff you're supposed to put over something when the connection is already made. I can't remember what connection (ie conductive) grease is called... -Curt Up in Canada, we can get them at Canadian Tire for next to nothing. I put a spot of dielectric grease on the tips on my other car, to prevent them from sticking, and just change them every 4-5 years or so and keep some of the old in the trunk as spares. Ed You don't need conductive grease. The purpose of the grease is to keep the air (oxygen) away from the metal. I use wheel bearing grease on practically every electrical connection from the battery terminals to lamp sockets. I have never seen any evidence of a increase in resistance - but I do get 5 year-old battery connections that have no corrosion and 20 year-old in-line repairs under the car that are still reliable. - Yahoo! oneSearch: Finally, mobile search that gives answers, not web links. ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
The worst thing about moving companies is that they are poorly regulated, and pretty much left to dictate whatever they want. You're screwed for the most part with them no matter what, since they get your money up front and have your stuff to hold in the event you balk. When we moved down here from Wisconsin, we used Mayflower. When the driver showed up at the storage facility with our stuff, his bill of lading showed a different amount than what Mayflower had given us on the front end. He demanded immediate payment. We refused to pay. The driver was a real prick, telling us he was going to dump everything in a parking lot, etc. He said the BOL we had meant nothing, and refused to call Mayflower to get a ruling on the situation. When he was done ranting, I took the voice recorder out of my front pocket and suggested that his employer would not be pleased to hear his threats, nor would our state department of consumer affairs. He signed off on the BOL and let us unload. Without helping, of course. I have a cousin that works for Mayflower at their headquarters in Indianapolis (Zionsville, IN). He warned me in advance to cover my ass as much as I possibly could, that no matter what I did I would probably find myself up against some sort of problem due to the distance we were moving. I will say that the packers they used did a good job. I don't recall anything being damaged. Dan --- Glenn Brown [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC Boardwalk for $500? In 2007? Ha! Play Monopoly Here and Now (it's updated for today's economy) at Yahoo! Games. http://get.games.yahoo.com/proddesc?gamekey=monopolyherenow ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
Having been in that industry a long time ago (for two different carriers who essentially merged, though they keep seperate ICC numbers and have separate trucks), it entirely depends on the local affiliate. Some of them are excellent, some of them are the only gig in town. We used to maintain an unofficial list of agents that we wouldn't deal with for a job we sold. Claims and liability are somewhat limited due to laws and waivers and such, and since nobody has mentioned it There are generally three types of coverage that movers have as options: - full replacement cost coverage (the item is repaired up to the replacement cost, or is replaced). - actual cash value coverage (which is a misnomer - it takes into account the age of the item and its original purchase price, and is aggressively depreciated) - whatever they give you for free (the above two cost money), which really is quite limited There is generally a deductible option as well to knock down the price of the coverage. Mind you, it's not INSURANCE, it's really quite different. It's been many years since I worked in that industry. Parts of it were fun, other parts I don't miss at all. Seriously, the best way to move is to sell everything, and buy new at your new house, if the move is over a long distance. By getting rid of the big furniture, you knock the cost of the move way down, and the little stuff in boxes, and small appliances that are easy to move you can put on a uhaul or in a truck yourself. On Fri, Aug 24, 2007 at 02:23:35PM -0400, LarryT wrote: You hit the nail on the head when you said depended on who the local affiliate sent That's the only realistic difference between most movers. The big trucks are regulated by FCC so there will be little difference in prices and policies. Mostly the local people on temp hire will pack and load your precious stuff and they couldn't care less.. Sorry - that's the way it is. We were moved 10 times in 15 years and it was always paid for by my employer and it was always the same - frustrating. ___ 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] Fuses
Which reminds me how I learned this. I'd installed plugs in my pickup and put a dab of dielectric grease on each plug, then put on the wire. What you're supposed to do is put a smear around the boot so moisture can't seep in. Truck ran okay for awhile but it got so at low RPMs sometimes the whole truck would shudder. I replaced the plugs and apparently that rubbed off enough grease that everything was okay... -Curt Date: Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:32:09 -0500 From: Fmiser [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fuses To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII It seems than at Fri, 24 Aug 2007 09:57:12 -0400, LarryT wrote: there is dielectric grease which enhances connecctions - have a tube in my toolbox that I checked the last time this question came up - it says, Dielectric and that it enhances electrical connections. I believe there is also a Dielectric Grease which does not enhance the connection but I believe both are called Dielectric. The definition of dielectric is not-conductive, or anti-electric, or insulator. It can enhance connections by preventing oxidation. -- Philip - Park yourself in front of a world of choices in alternative vehicles. Visit the Yahoo! Auto Green Center. ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
Kevin [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Seriously, the best way to move is to sell everything, and buy new at your new house, if the move is over a long distance. By getting rid of the big furniture, you knock the cost of the move way down, and the little stuff in boxes, and small appliances that are easy to move you can put on a uhaul or in a truck yourself. Are you any better protected if you ship any large items as freight vs. having a moving company handle it? 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
On Fri, Aug 24, 2007 at 04:20:28PM -0400, Allan Streib wrote: Kevin [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Seriously, the best way to move is to sell everything, and buy new at your new house, if the move is over a long distance. By getting rid of the big furniture, you knock the cost of the move way down, and the little stuff in boxes, and small appliances that are easy to move you can put on a uhaul or in a truck yourself. Are you any better protected if you ship any large items as freight vs. having a moving company handle it? Don't know, you'd have to read the fine print. Some freight companies offer containers that you can fill, that they can move by forklift. Might be a good way to go and you can pack the container yourself... ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
Kevin wrote: Don't know, you'd have to read the fine print. Some freight companies offer containers that you can fill, that they can move by forklift. Might be a good way to go and you can pack the container yourself... http://www.pods.com/ These people? ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
www.upack.com On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 14:54:28 -0500, Kevin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Having been in that industry a long time ago (for two different carriers who essentially merged, though they keep seperate ICC numbers and have separate trucks), it entirely depends on the local affiliate. Some of them are excellent, some of them are the only gig in town. We used to maintain an unofficial list of agents that we wouldn't deal with for a job we sold. Claims and liability are somewhat limited due to laws and waivers and such, and since nobody has mentioned it There are generally three types of coverage that movers have as options: - full replacement cost coverage (the item is repaired up to the replacement cost, or is replaced). - actual cash value coverage (which is a misnomer - it takes into account the age of the item and its original purchase price, and is aggressively depreciated) - whatever they give you for free (the above two cost money), which really is quite limited There is generally a deductible option as well to knock down the price of the coverage. Mind you, it's not INSURANCE, it's really quite different. It's been many years since I worked in that industry. Parts of it were fun, other parts I don't miss at all. Seriously, the best way to move is to sell everything, and buy new at your new house, if the move is over a long distance. By getting rid of the big furniture, you knock the cost of the move way down, and the little stuff in boxes, and small appliances that are easy to move you can put on a uhaul or in a truck yourself. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '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
Re: [MBZ] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
One thing most people don't know is that its real rare for your stuff to go on to a moving van and be delivered by same van on the other end, at least not without some shuffling in between. One truck will generally make a handful of pickups in an area, then go to a storage facility, where it's offloaded, shufled, bent spindled and mutilated, and combined with other housholds on a truck going in the direction of your move, usually 2 or more households per van, sometimes three or four., Then sometimes along the way your stuff will be offloaded at another storage facility or two to get it aimed in the right direction. All in all, it gets handled a lot before it gets to your new abode, and if you think it gets handled rough while you're watching... I drove for a company that did household moves years ago, but I only did a few, I hauled mostly electronics, but it's a real strange game. There are a few small operators who will handle your stuff personally, point to point that have very good reputations. Unfortunately, the help for loading etc generally comes from a temp agency and you get the bottom of the barrell. those Pods and ABF setups where they drop a container or a trailer and you can hire your own folks to load unload and they pick it up and take it to the new place, are another half decent option. My sister and her family recently did the pod move, it wasn't bad, they had the container for a week or so to load at their leisure, then about the same on the other end to unload it, with an option to rent the thing longer if they needed more time . Nice thing with this option is you can hire folks to do the heavy work, usually you can find some stout college kids who want to make some money , your homeowners insurance etc should have a provision to cover people you hire to work around your house if you have a blanket policy ( stay away from the football players, a bunch of big wimps who run out of steam after a very short time and whine like babies, used to amaze me how an old worn out truck driver who hasn't slept ( me ) could handle more freight than 3 young football players, I ran into that situation more times than I can count , and I've never been the picture of health) Big problem is for company moves, they usually have a contract with specific carrier so you're stuck with whoever they're paying for. -Robert Glenn Brown wrote: For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___ 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] Waxing/Polishing Car
Nothing beats Zymol! In addition to making the finish look great it smells delicious because it's made from coconut and other natural fruits and oils. On 8/24/07, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would recommend 3M Show Car Wax, as it can be applied with a buffer or by hand, and the results are pretty much the same. I was a real purist for many years, believing that the only proper way to apply wax was by hand, until I bit the bullet and bought a random orbit polisher. What used to take me all day can be done in an hour or two with the polisher. Dan (the Mercedes Martha Stewart) --- Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I started waxing/polishing my car (midnight blue) with 3M Imperial Hand Glaze (Part Number 051131 39007) and got excellent results. My hands and arms, however, lasted only a short while (having had tendonitis in the past is a hinderance). I was wondering if the Chamberlain Polishmaster 1900 that I have would be compatible with the Hand Glaze or if I should consider an alternate method. (One fellow at work was very down on the Polishmaster, saying that the one he used left noticable swirls in his finish.) Any suggestions? Thanks, 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 Pinpoint customers who are looking for what you sell. http://searchmarketing.yahoo.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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
From experience, the best way to move is to rent the largest truck you can afford having a move out party, serving plenty of BBQ and beer AFTER THE TRUCK IS LOADED. The large stuff won't fit gets sold to the local used furniture peddler the small stuff that don't fit gets set on the curb for the junk dealers. You are usually stuck unloading the other end by yourself. I had to move my wife to Wisconsin because her employer relocated her (whole nother story, lots of commuting, etc, etc). She does not know it yet but we are having one huge yard sale when she moves back. That is unless they move her again before she gets a chance to retire! Anyone up that way need an apartment full of furniture in a few years? I'm accepting early offers Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Luther Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 3:37 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Wheaton Van Lines www.upack.com On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 14:54:28 -0500, Kevin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Having been in that industry a long time ago (for two different carriers who essentially merged, though they keep seperate ICC numbers and have separate trucks), it entirely depends on the local affiliate. Some of them are excellent, some of them are the only gig in town. We used to maintain an unofficial list of agents that we wouldn't deal with for a job we sold. Claims and liability are somewhat limited due to laws and waivers and such, and since nobody has mentioned it There are generally three types of coverage that movers have as options: - full replacement cost coverage (the item is repaired up to the replacement cost, or is replaced). - actual cash value coverage (which is a misnomer - it takes into account the age of the item and its original purchase price, and is aggressively depreciated) - whatever they give you for free (the above two cost money), which really is quite limited There is generally a deductible option as well to knock down the price of the coverage. Mind you, it's not INSURANCE, it's really quite different. It's been many years since I worked in that industry. Parts of it were fun, other parts I don't miss at all. Seriously, the best way to move is to sell everything, and buy new at your new house, if the move is over a long distance. By getting rid of the big furniture, you knock the cost of the move way down, and the little stuff in boxes, and small appliances that are easy to move you can put on a uhaul or in a truck yourself. -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '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] Waxing/Polishing Car
Zymöl is great stuff, but having used a couple different formulations of it over the years on both new and aged finishes, I'm not convinced it's any better than 3M, especially when you consider the cost. Of course, your car smells really good for a few days afterwards, so I guess you could take that into consideration. Dan --- andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Nothing beats Zymol! In addition to making the finish look great it smells delicious because it's made from coconut and other natural fruits and oils. On 8/24/07, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would recommend 3M Show Car Wax, as it can be applied with a buffer or by hand, and the results are pretty much the same. I was a real purist for many years, believing that the only proper way to apply wax was by hand, until I bit the bullet and bought a random orbit polisher. What used to take me all day can be done in an hour or two with the polisher. Dan (the Mercedes Martha Stewart) --- Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I started waxing/polishing my car (midnight blue) with 3M Imperial Hand Glaze (Part Number 051131 39007) and got excellent results. My hands and arms, however, lasted only a short while (having had tendonitis in the past is a hinderance). I was wondering if the Chamberlain Polishmaster 1900 that I have would be compatible with the Hand Glaze or if I should consider an alternate method. (One fellow at work was very down on the Polishmaster, saying that the one he used left noticable swirls in his finish.) Any suggestions? Thanks, 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 Pinpoint customers who are looking for what you sell. http://searchmarketing.yahoo.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 Take the Internet to Go: Yahoo!Go puts the Internet in your pocket: mail, news, photos more. http://mobile.yahoo.com/go?refer=1GNXIC ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
Thanks Craig - Dyslexia strikes again. ;-) 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: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 3:12 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Wheaton Van Lines On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 14:23:35 -0400 LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You hit the nail on the head when you said depended on who the local affiliate sent That's the only realistic difference between most movers. The big trucks are regulated by FCC ICC, Interstate Commerce Commission, not Federal Communications Commission. 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.2/967 - Release Date: 8/22/2007 6:51 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] Waxing/Polishing Car
Ditto the suggestion you try the 3M Show Car Glaze - all of 3M products are outstanding. I painted my 911 a year or so ago and learned a lot about paint and after-paint products. I use 3M buffing and polishing products exclusively and the 3M Show Car Glaze is very special. I have put it on with machine and by hand - neither left swirls. But doing it by hand was not a huge exercize. I waxed the '91 300D with it recently and it feels like it left a hard shell on it (same with the 911) and it seems to last as long as other waxes. The Carnuba content does a lot to push the price of the wax up but I'm not sure more content = a better wax job - I think there's a point where more doesn't help any. Also, using microfiber cloths to remove the wax makes it easier - Good luck - 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: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 3:13 PM Subject: [MBZ] Waxing/Polishing Car I started waxing/polishing my car (midnight blue) with 3M Imperial Hand Glaze (Part Number 051131 39007) and got excellent results. My hands and arms, however, lasted only a short while (having had tendonitis in the past is a hinderance). I was wondering if the Chamberlain Polishmaster 1900 that I have would be compatible with the Hand Glaze or if I should consider an alternate method. (One fellow at work was very down on the Polishmaster, saying that the one he used left noticable swirls in his finish.) Any suggestions? Thanks, 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.2/967 - Release Date: 8/22/2007 6:51 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC -- Interesting that the last investigation Consumers Reports did of Van Lines was in 1986. (CU Sep 1986-pg 566) At that time Wheaton Van Lines was rated the best. They don't seem to have done any investigations since; possibly because of the decline in service from all van lines. My daughters neighbor seems to have found the solution to long distance moves. They hired a truckline which set a freight container in their drive. They hired one man from the local labor exchange for the heavy work such as loading the refrigerator etc., (I think they sent the first man back because he didn't want to do heavy lifting) and did most of it themselves. They locked it with their own padlocks and the moving company picked it up and delivered it to the destination. Nothing was broken, nothing was missing. The cost was more than quotes from the van lines but probably not any more expensive in the long run and the result was a lot more peace of mind. Gerry ___ 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] Fuses
just prevents the corosion which is the problem. used it for 18 years on every connection and ground, never a problem. if it's effecting the connection in that you aren't getting one, you're using a little too much. :-) Ed 300E On 24/08/07, Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Isn't dielectric grease the kind that isn't conductive? In fact a google search agrees with me, this is the stuff you're supposed to put over something when the connection is already made. I can't remember what connection (ie conductive) grease is called... -Curt Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2007 21:10:27 -0400 From: E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fuses To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Up in Canada, we can get them at Canadian Tire for next to nothing. I put a spot of dielectric grease on the tips on my other car, to prevent them from sticking, and just change them every 4-5 years or so and keep some of the old in the trunk as spares. Ed 300E 911SC - Looking for a deal? Find great prices on flights and hotels with Yahoo! FareChase. ___ 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
On Aug 24, 2007, at 10:28 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote: We had insurance and they still only reimbursed us $.45 per pound, regardless of the items' value. The industry is pathologically under-regulated. Don't get my wife started on this... 5 boxes or so gone... They didn't write down exactly what was in the box cause it said (bedroom 4d) and even tho you have 'full' insurance since there is no record of what it was, then mmm 0.45 lb... At least today you can digitally photograph everything that goes into the boxes... Assuming they will accept that evidence versus wanting a hand written record, so get it in writing that you can use photographs. ___ 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] OT: Motorcycle success
On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:49:30 -0700 (PDT) Curt Raymond [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On that one I know the bolts will break when I pull the seat Kroil! 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] Waxing/Polishing Car
On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 17:27:05 -0400 LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Also, using microfiber cloths to remove the wax makes it easier - I'm not concerned with removing the wax, it's the initial application that's the killer for me. 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] Waxing/Polishing Car
On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:37:35 -0700 (PDT) LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would recommend 3M Show Car Wax, as it can be applied with a buffer or by hand, and the results are pretty much the same. I presume you mean this stuff: http://www.autogeek.net/3mpershowcar.html (Which is also available as a liquid; I would presume the paste is better.) Their comments about the Imperial Hand Glaze (at http://www.autogeek.net/3mimhanglaz.html) and the Show Car Paste Wax are interesting. Of the Hand Glaze, they say,Hand Glaze offers no protection, regardless of how stunning it is! Seal in this stunning appearance with 3M's Perfect-It Show Car Paste Wax. They say it contains no silicones or waxes. Of the Show Car Wax, they say, 3M Perfect-It Show Car Paste Wax does more than bring out good looks -- it offers paint protection against sun, acid rain, airborne contaminants, and other paint-harming agents. They say it contains acrylic silicone flouropolymer, or A.S.F. I thought silicones were bad for paint. Is this something different than WD-40 has? I was a real purist for many years, believing that the only proper way to apply wax was by hand, until I bit the bullet and bought a random orbit polisher. What used to take me all day can be done in an hour or two with the polisher. Any recommendations on brands? Are there different types of actions? 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] Waxing/Polishing Car
Andrew, Please try 3M Show Car Glaze just once and see if you feel the same 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: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 4:37 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Waxing/Polishing Car Nothing beats Zymol! In addition to making the finish look great it smells delicious because it's made from coconut and other natural fruits and oils. On 8/24/07, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would recommend 3M Show Car Wax, as it can be applied with a buffer or by hand, and the results are pretty much the same. I was a real purist for many years, believing that the only proper way to apply wax was by hand, until I bit the bullet and bought a random orbit polisher. What used to take me all day can be done in an hour or two with the polisher. Dan (the Mercedes Martha Stewart) --- Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I started waxing/polishing my car (midnight blue) with 3M Imperial Hand Glaze (Part Number 051131 39007) and got excellent results. My hands and arms, however, lasted only a short while (having had tendonitis in the past is a hinderance). I was wondering if the Chamberlain Polishmaster 1900 that I have would be compatible with the Hand Glaze or if I should consider an alternate method. (One fellow at work was very down on the Polishmaster, saying that the one he used left noticable swirls in his finish.) Any suggestions? Thanks, 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 Pinpoint customers who are looking for what you sell. http://searchmarketing.yahoo.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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.2/967 - Release Date: 8/22/2007 6:51 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] OT: Wheaton Van Lines
The last move we made was 20 years agi and since I was a contract employee, the company paid zero - It was a ~240 mile trip and I commuted for a couple of months while we found a place to live and each week I'd fill the car up with stuff and put in the self store. The weekend of the big move we rented a big u-haul and my wife I moved *everything* ourselves - both ends. Then we drove back and got another (final) load and droe it back the next day. Whew! Long, hard 2 day weekend! I hope I never move again -- 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: archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 5:35 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Wheaton Van Lines For anyone considering a move, from a recent bad experience with Wheaton Van Lines - DON'T, DON'T, DON'T! The word needs to spread. G. M. Brown Brevard, NC -- Interesting that the last investigation Consumers Reports did of Van Lines was in 1986. (CU Sep 1986-pg 566) At that time Wheaton Van Lines was rated the best. They don't seem to have done any investigations since; possibly because of the decline in service from all van lines. My daughters neighbor seems to have found the solution to long distance moves. They hired a truckline which set a freight container in their drive. They hired one man from the local labor exchange for the heavy work such as loading the refrigerator etc., (I think they sent the first man back because he didn't want to do heavy lifting) and did most of it themselves. They locked it with their own padlocks and the moving company picked it up and delivered it to the destination. Nothing was broken, nothing was missing. The cost was more than quotes from the van lines but probably not any more expensive in the long run and the result was a lot more peace of mind. Gerry ___ 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: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.2/967 - Release Date: 8/22/2007 6:51 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] Waxing/Polishing Car
Hand glaze is just that - a glaze, not a wax. You have to apply wax over it for it to really work. Unless I'm detailing a garage queen, it's just one more step that yields minimal results, IMHO. As for buffer/polishers, Porter-Cable makes the best, but there are others out there that do much the same for less. I'll do some digging and see what I can find out about the current market for them... Dan --- Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:37:35 -0700 (PDT) LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would recommend 3M Show Car Wax, as it can be applied with a buffer or by hand, and the results are pretty much the same. I presume you mean this stuff: http://www.autogeek.net/3mpershowcar.html (Which is also available as a liquid; I would presume the paste is better.) Their comments about the Imperial Hand Glaze (at http://www.autogeek.net/3mimhanglaz.html) and the Show Car Paste Wax are interesting. Of the Hand Glaze, they say,Hand Glaze offers no protection, regardless of how stunning it is! Seal in this stunning appearance with 3M's Perfect-It Show Car Paste Wax. They say it contains no silicones or waxes. Of the Show Car Wax, they say, 3M Perfect-It Show Car Paste Wax does more than bring out good looks -- it offers paint protection against sun, acid rain, airborne contaminants, and other paint-harming agents. They say it contains acrylic silicone flouropolymer, or A.S.F. I thought silicones were bad for paint. Is this something different than WD-40 has? I was a real purist for many years, believing that the only proper way to apply wax was by hand, until I bit the bullet and bought a random orbit polisher. What used to take me all day can be done in an hour or two with the polisher. Any recommendations on brands? Are there different types of actions? 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 Boardwalk for $500? In 2007? Ha! Play Monopoly Here and Now (it's updated for today's economy) at Yahoo! Games. http://get.games.yahoo.com/proddesc?gamekey=monopolyherenow ___ 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] OT, the good, the bad, the ugly?
OK, this it out there. I have heard this on the oldies radio before but have never been able to figure out who did it. I believe its the theme from the good, the bad, and the ugly or one of those but its more of an instrumental rock version, maybe the Ventures? Anybody have a clue as to what I am talking about? -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, 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] OT, the good, the bad, the ugly?
On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 18:54:05 -0500 Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: OK, this it out there. I have heard this on the oldies radio before but have never been able to figure out who did it. I believe its the theme from the good, the bad, and the ugly or one of those but its more of an instrumental rock version, maybe the Ventures? Anybody have a clue as to what I am talking about? Not I. Sorry. 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] Waxing/Polishing Car
Ok, went to the garage and I am holding in my hot little hands - *exactly* what I used - 3M Pro Formula Perfect-It Show Car Liquid Wax - Ultra High Glass Finish 3M part number 39026 - 1 pt. I have put 4 or 5 coats on the 911 and 2 on the 91 300d and there's still over 1/2 a bottle. Goes on very easy, comes off very easy. Can be done with machine or by hand.Contains no silicones. You asked about it contains acrylic silicone flouropolymer, or A.S.F. I thought silicones were bad for paint. Is this something different than WD-40 has? Don't know what kind of silicone ASF is but I don;t want any kind of silicone in the area where I might paint a car. So I would avoid that particular wax. I'm very happy with this polish as mentioned - it leaves what appears as a hard shell on the car/ It probably doesn't but it seems like it does. I plan to use this stuff from now on - Good luck - BTW, you asked about using your polisher to apply the wax - if it doesn't turn at more than about 7000 orbits/min and the most important is your choice of pads. I use a orange pad made of foam - foam doesn;t burn thru paint like older materials - to apply the polish and a wool buffing pad to remove it and polishit to a high finish. there are pads for dark cars and others for light cars - also polishes and buffing copunds for car and light cars. There is a *lot* to doing this the right way but if you would like to learn I'll go thru the steps I took following the paint job to make my paint really shine. Actually, it would be easier to direct you to one of the shops that do this al the time - they;re the experts - 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: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 7:32 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Waxing/Polishing Car On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:37:35 -0700 (PDT) LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would recommend 3M Show Car Wax, as it can be applied with a buffer or by hand, and the results are pretty much the same. I presume you mean this stuff: http://www.autogeek.net/3mpershowcar.html (Which is also available as a liquid; I would presume the paste is better.) Their comments about the Imperial Hand Glaze (at http://www.autogeek.net/3mimhanglaz.html) and the Show Car Paste Wax are interesting. Of the Hand Glaze, they say,Hand Glaze offers no protection, regardless of how stunning it is! Seal in this stunning appearance with 3M's Perfect-It Show Car Paste Wax. They say it contains no silicones or waxes. Of the Show Car Wax, they say, 3M Perfect-It Show Car Paste Wax does more than bring out good looks -- it offers paint protection against sun, acid rain, airborne contaminants, and other paint-harming agents. They say it contains acrylic silicone flouropolymer, or A.S.F. I thought silicones were bad for paint. Is this something different than WD-40 has? I was a real purist for many years, believing that the only proper way to apply wax was by hand, until I bit the bullet and bought a random orbit polisher. What used to take me all day can be done in an hour or two with the polisher. Any recommendations on brands? Are there different types of actions? 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 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.2/967 - Release Date: 8/22/2007 6:51 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] OT, the good, the bad, the ugly?
OK, this it out there. I have heard this on the oldies radio before but have never been able to figure out who did it. I believe its the theme from the good, the bad, and the ugly or one of those but its more of an instrumental rock version, maybe the Ventures? Anybody have a clue as to what I am talking about? Google. Ya gotta love it. http://www.cduniverse.com/search/xx/music/pid/6731631/a/Good,+The+Bad++The+Ugly.htm Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ 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 ] RE: Waxing/Polishing Car
I use Turtle Wax applied by hand. Been using it for years. There are probably better products out there and easier application methods but turtle wav applied by hand works for me. James Zavesky -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 7:33 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Waxing/Polishing Car On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 12:37:35 -0700 (PDT) LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I would recommend 3M Show Car Wax, as it can be applied with a buffer or by hand, and the results are pretty much the same. I presume you mean this stuff: http://www.autogeek.net/3mpershowcar.html (Which is also available as a liquid; I would presume the paste is better.) Their comments about the Imperial Hand Glaze (at http://www.autogeek.net/3mimhanglaz.html) and the Show Car Paste Wax are interesting. Of the Hand Glaze, they say,Hand Glaze offers no protection, regardless of how stunning it is! Seal in this stunning appearance with 3M's Perfect-It Show Car Paste Wax. They say it contains no silicones or waxes. Of the Show Car Wax, they say, 3M Perfect-It Show Car Paste Wax does more than bring out good looks -- it offers paint protection against sun, acid rain, airborne contaminants, and other paint-harming agents. They say it contains acrylic silicone flouropolymer, or A.S.F. I thought silicones were bad for paint. Is this something different than WD-40 has? I was a real purist for many years, believing that the only proper way to apply wax was by hand, until I bit the bullet and bought a random orbit polisher. What used to take me all day can be done in an hour or two with the polisher. Any recommendations on brands? Are there different types of actions? 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 ___ 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] Gasket paper WAS Motorcycle success
I wanted to run one of my RC cars, but it wasn't getting any exhaust pressure into the fuel tank. I noticed that the exhaust was leaking at the header gasket, and I didn't have any of the $.50 gaskets on hand. My dad had some gasket paper lying around, and it was up and running a few minutes later with a homemade gasket. MB content: One of my '78 300D's was leaking oil at the front of the engine, and some searching revealed that it was the vac pump gasket. Dad's gasket paper came to the rescue once again, and it was as good as new. We stamped that one out with a hammer using the surface of the pump, and the center which we pumched out was used for some more RC header gaskets. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula 2006 Sprinter PV 1.5K miles, The Box ___ 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] PODS (was Re: OT: Wheaton Van Lines)
PODS is a great company to use if you're planning to do your own move. There's no rush to do it since the container is on your property for up to a month. The same is true once it's moved to your new location. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula 2006 Sprinter PV 1.5K miles, The Box ___ 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] PODS (was Re: OT: Wheaton Van Lines)
Do they do cross-country moves, or just local stuff? I've seen the ads around here for them, and while I know they're a national brand, I was sort of curious if they did long distance moves, and if so, what sort of latency they had... I am assuming they charge for the container as well as the weight. Dan --- Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: PODS is a great company to use if you're planning to do your own move. There's no rush to do it since the container is on your property for up to a month. The same is true once it's moved to your new location. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula 2006 Sprinter PV 1.5K miles, The Box ___ 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 better Globetrotter. Get better travel answers from someone who knows. Yahoo! Answers - Check it out. http://answers.yahoo.com/dir/?link=listsid=396545469 ___ 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] PODS (was Re: OT: Wheaton Van Lines)
Just went to their Web site and ran a quote. For a 16' container shipped from Tampa to Reno they wanted roughly $5100. Ouch. Then again, I have no idea what moving rates are these days, either. Nothing was mentioned about weight in the quote, either. I think I'll run a quote for a 16' U-Haul to see what it compares to. I like the idea of ditching everything before you move. The minimalist thing appeals to me. Dan --- LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Do they do cross-country moves, or just local stuff? I've seen the ads around here for them, and while I know they're a national brand, I was sort of curious if they did long distance moves, and if so, what sort of latency they had... I am assuming they charge for the container as well as the weight. Dan --- Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: PODS is a great company to use if you're planning to do your own move. There's no rush to do it since the container is on your property for up to a month. The same is true once it's moved to your new location. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula 2006 Sprinter PV 1.5K miles, The Box ___ 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 better Globetrotter. Get better travel answers from someone who knows. Yahoo! Answers - Check it out. http://answers.yahoo.com/dir/?link=listsid=396545469 ___ 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 Take the Internet to Go: Yahoo!Go puts the Internet in your pocket: mail, news, photos more. http://mobile.yahoo.com/go?refer=1GNXIC ___ 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] PODS (was Re: OT: Wheaton Van Lines)
A 17' U-Haul is only $1446 in comparison, although that does not include the cost of fuel and motels. Figuring 300 gallons of fuel at 10/mpg and 3000 miles, you're still under $1000 for fuel alone. Granted, there is something to be said about having someone else do the driving, but... Dan --- LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just went to their Web site and ran a quote. For a 16' container shipped from Tampa to Reno they wanted roughly $5100. Ouch. Then again, I have no idea what moving rates are these days, either. Nothing was mentioned about weight in the quote, either. I think I'll run a quote for a 16' U-Haul to see what it compares to. I like the idea of ditching everything before you move. The minimalist thing appeals to me. Dan Fussy? Opinionated? Impossible to please? Perfect. Join Yahoo!'s user panel and lay it on us. http://surveylink.yahoo.com/gmrs/yahoo_panel_invite.asp?a=7 ___ 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] Gasket paper WAS Motorcycle success
When I was a kid I had a Triumph TR4 with bad exhaust manifold gasket. At the time you could buy asbestos gasket material which fixed it nicely. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Kraly Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 8:37 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Gasket paper WAS Motorcycle success I wanted to run one of my RC cars, but it wasn't getting any exhaust pressure into the fuel tank. I noticed that the exhaust was leaking at the header gasket, and I didn't have any of the $.50 gaskets on hand. My dad had some gasket paper lying around, and it was up and running a few minutes later with a homemade gasket. MB content: One of my '78 300D's was leaking oil at the front of the engine, and some searching revealed that it was the vac pump gasket. Dad's gasket paper came to the rescue once again, and it was as good as new. We stamped that one out with a hammer using the surface of the pump, and the center which we pumched out was used for some more RC header gaskets. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula 2006 Sprinter PV 1.5K miles, The Box ___ 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] OT, the good, the bad, the ugly?
Il Spaghetti Westernoni --R Rick Knoble wrote: OK, this it out there. I have heard this on the oldies radio before but have never been able to figure out who did it. I believe its the theme from the good, the bad, and the ugly or one of those but its more of an instrumental rock version, maybe the Ventures? Anybody have a clue as to what I am talking about? Google. Ya gotta love it. http://www.cduniverse.com/search/xx/music/pid/6731631/a/Good,+The+Bad++The+Ugly.htm Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ 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] PODS (was Re: OT: Wheaton Van Lines)
Our town passed an ordinance that those things could only sit around for a week max. People were parking them in the driveway to store random stuff for lengthy times. They did not fit in well with neo- Georgian etc. --R Kevin Kraly wrote: PODS is a great company to use if you're planning to do your own move. There's no rush to do it since the container is on your property for up to a month. The same is true once it's moved to your new location. Kevin in Portland, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula 2006 Sprinter PV 1.5K miles, The Box ___ 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] OT, the good, the bad, the ugly?
doo da doo da doo doo ... doo doo doo a doo ... On 8/24/07, Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Il Spaghetti Westernoni --R Rick Knoble wrote: OK, this it out there. I have heard this on the oldies radio before but have never been able to figure out who did it. I believe its the theme from the good, the bad, and the ugly or one of those but its more of an instrumental rock version, maybe the Ventures? Anybody have a clue as to what I am talking about? Google. Ya gotta love it. http://www.cduniverse.com/search/xx/music/pid/6731631/a/Good,+The+Bad++The+Ugly.htm Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ 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 -- 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] OT, the good, the bad, the ugly/ good web site
In a message dated 8/24/2007 5:14:12 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://www.cduniverse.com/search/xx/music/pid/6731631/a/Good,+The+Bad++The+Ug ly.htm Good get, Rick. You can listen to the 30 second sound bytes at the bottom of the page. #1 sounds like the theme song but they don't get into the whistling part. #5 also has a bit of the falsetto yodel 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
[MBZ] Attention 1976-model-year owners with gasoline engines
Greetings gang, Facing a bit of a conundrum. Could anyone with a US or Canadian-spec 1976 MB (gasoline, not diesel) please contact me off-list. I have a simple question specific to that year. D. ___ 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 Router
I second what Tom said --- On 8/22/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Any of the major brands work well the feedbacl you'll get will be based on users opinion of the setup menu. I'm assuming you will be connecting to the internet? Then don't bother with anyone's 2X or Speedboost technology - get a straight wireless G router (they all make them). The reason is that even wireless G is faster than an internet connection. Tom www.kegkits.com -- 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] O/T Router
Bought this last night for $18 and shipping. Retails for $49.99. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemrd=1item=140148809475ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:ITih=004 On 8/24/07, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I second what Tom said --- On 8/22/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Any of the major brands work well the feedbacl you'll get will be based on users opinion of the setup menu. I'm assuming you will be connecting to the internet? Then don't bother with anyone's 2X or Speedboost technology - get a straight wireless G router (they all make them). The reason is that even wireless G is faster than an internet connection. Tom www.kegkits.com -- 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 -- 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] O/T Router
i'm still on B On 8/22/07, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The N speed is not yet a standard and will not become one for at least a year. One could get a router that is N speed, but should also purchase the same brand N cards for use in laptop. Keeps things flowing well since the compatibility in by no mean guaranteed else wise On 22 Aug 2007, at 12:17, Rich Thomas wrote: You want wireless or wired? It doesn't really matter I guess, I use LinkSys stuff which seems to be fine, Belkin makes stuff (I have read where they are a bit easier to set up, but the LinkSys is not hard), and some other kinds. They also come in various speeds (designated by letters, N is now the fastest, G was before) but that is more for inside your home network as your speed will be limited by your net cnxn. You will probably need a DSL or cable modem too, into which the router plugs. The slower routers are cheap, I have seen some new for $25, modems about that too. The faster routers are up to $100. You might just check around to see if you can find someone's used one if they have upgraded to a faster one. --R Peter T. Arnold wrote: I need to start using a laptop. Time for me to learn about this newfangled WiFire stuff. Could someone aim me at a good Router for my home use (P/C(s) to laptop}. I use WINDOZ and Broadband. -- Regards, Peter T. Arnold 2007 HHR, 2.4L/Auto, LT2, 12Kmi, No problems! 1987 300SDL 280KMI Inherited by Grandson 1995 F-250 PowerChoke 199Kmi 1954 Metropolitan Convertible, Hanger Queen Wife has a Cruizer, 80 Kmi, as reliable as an Ice Box, the car that is! ___ 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 ___ 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] O/T Router
Could be worse ... I am currently on wire (6 systems). On 8/24/07, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: i'm still on B -- 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] Fuses
I ordered complete fuse replacement kits from Rusty - great service. On 8/23/07, Hans Neureiter [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Where is a good source to buy these ceramic fuses a'la card. all i find is Kits ([EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED]). If I need 3ea 25A fuses I have tu buy 3 kits. -- Hans Neureiter, Houston, TX '82 300SD, '95 E300D -- 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] O/T Router
do you know why i'm on B though? it's something that i've thought of asking you guys now for 2 years, but have always been embarrased to. On 8/24/07, Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Could be worse ... I am currently on wire (6 systems). On 8/24/07, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: i'm still on B -- 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 ___ 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 Router
For the same reason I am running Pentium II and Pentium III computers in my house -- you haven't found an economic reason yet to upgrade, because what you have works for you? On 8/24/07, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: do you know why i'm on B though? it's something that i've thought of asking you guys now for 2 years, but have always been embarrased to. -- 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
[MBZ] What a waste.
http://www.autoblog.com/2007/08/22/mercedes-pens-the-write-way-to-pimp-a-car/ I can almost hear the whole overdone Darth Vader ... N ... looking at this one. -- 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
Re: [MBZ] What a waste.
Why? Maaco can fix that for $499. Artistic license. I think it is a novel idea (though I'd not do it to my 240D unless a sponsor agreed to fix my rust issues beforehand gratis). On 8/24/07, Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.autoblog.com/2007/08/22/mercedes-pens-the-write-way-to-pimp-a-car/ I can almost hear the whole overdone Darth Vader ... N ... looking at this one. -- 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 -- 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] O/T Router
http://www.usr.com/products/networking/wireless-product.asp?sku=USR5461 I just snagged one of these tonight for the sole reason that it can function as a wireless bridge. Currently has a $20 rebate from USR. Luther On Fri, 24 Aug 2007 21:46:23 -0500, OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I second what Tom said --- On 8/22/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Any of the major brands work well the feedbacl you'll get will be based on users opinion of the setup menu. I'm assuming you will be connecting to the internet? Then don't bother with anyone's 2X or Speedboost technology - get a straight wireless G router (they all make them). The reason is that even wireless G is faster than an internet connection. Tom www.kegkits.com -- Luther KB5QHUAlma, Ark '87 300SDL (272,xxx mi) head case '85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x58,xxx mi) '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
Re: [MBZ] What a waste.
I think the person sells pens for a living and uses the 126 pen mobile as advertising. Wonko the Sane wrote: Why? Maaco can fix that for $499. Artistic license. I think it is a novel idea (though I'd not do it to my 240D unless a sponsor agreed to fix my rust issues beforehand gratis). On 8/24/07, Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.autoblog.com/2007/08/22/mercedes-pens-the-write-way-to-pimp-a-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] PODS (was Re: OT: Wheaton Van Lines)
Figure the fuel on that uhaul at closer to 4-5 mpg. When I had to rent a uhaul and a car trailer to get from Buffalo NY to Little Rock AR a few years ago it cost me 2 grand for the equipment and a minor fortune for the gas ( and that was before the gas prices went nuts ) and all I was hauling was the car, the box was empty , car pooped out, engine folded on the turnpike and had to get it home. That was for what was basically a one day run. --Robert LWB250 wrote: A 17' U-Haul is only $1446 in comparison, although that does not include the cost of fuel and motels. Figuring 300 gallons of fuel at 10/mpg and 3000 miles, you're still under $1000 for fuel alone. Granted, there is something to be said about having someone else do the driving, but... Dan --- LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just went to their Web site and ran a quote. For a 16' container shipped from Tampa to Reno they wanted roughly $5100. Ouch. Then again, I have no idea what moving rates are these days, either. Nothing was mentioned about weight in the quote, either. I think I'll run a quote for a 16' U-Haul to see what it compares to. I like the idea of ditching everything before you move. The minimalist thing appeals to me. Dan Fussy? Opinionated? Impossible to please? Perfect. Join Yahoo!'s user panel and lay it on us. http://surveylink.yahoo.com/gmrs/yahoo_panel_invite.asp?a=7 ___ 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
