Re: [MBZ] OT: 5kW Chinese Genset
It seems than at Tue, 25 Sep 2007 23:18:06 -0700, Jim wrote: > The small diode bridge has every diode blown, shorted, > and its feed trace gone too. Perhaps it's the shorted > 'protective' MOV on its output? > Bad design. If you're going to use a MOV, a wear > component, put it where it can be replaced. And > fuse the circuit too. Yup. An MOV can work well. But to not plan for it to fail - and shorted _is_ it's most common failure mode - is as silly as a paperclip instead of a fuse in the fuse box!! It would seem to me you have found the problem. So, are you planning to rebuild the original? Or build your own, now that you have figured out how it functions? Or locate an off-the-shelf regulator that will do the job? Curious minds want to know -- 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] OM603 Engine Vibration
Thanks, not a bad idea , what about raising the rear wheels and running car and looking underneath for issues? Peter -Original Message- From: Hendrik [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 25 September 2007 16:22 To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration The easy test is to disconnect the prop shaft and then put the car in gear, if you still have a vibration then you know it is forward of the prop shaft. Peter Merle wrote: > Mine has the 5 speed manual tranny. I still am suspecting the > "missing" propshaft vibration damper. PEter > > > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Warning on Autocraft Titanium A battery from Advance Auto
Open circuit voltage of 12.5 indicates a good batery. 13.7 volts would have been voltage with alternator charging ( nor a few seconds afterwards ). Need to keep an eye on why the electrolite levels are dropping though. PEter -Original Message- From: archer [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 26 September 2007 02:34 To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Warning on Autocraft Titanium A battery from Advance Auto WARNING! If you buy an Autocraft Titanium battery be sure and check the cells electrolyte levels before installing. I stopped in an Advance Auto store to buy ATF on a Sunday evening about two months ago. The car wouldn't start when I left so I bought one of their Titanium A batteries. Saturday I serviced the car and checked the electrolyte levels in the battery. Two cells were dry and it required two to three ounces of distilled water to bring them up to the correct level. The other cells sp.gr. was in the red zone 11.50-11.75. After driving two days, the two cells I had added water to were still in the red zone but the other cells had come up almost to normal. I suspect these two cells were damaged by driving it two months with very low electrolyte. No one at Advanced Auto had ever heard of checking the sp.gr. or had any knowledge of what it meant, and they refused to give me a new battery. I checked the voltage when I serviced the car on Saturday and it was 13.7 volts. I checked it today and it was only 12.5 volts. I'm wondering if the battery might be drawing too much current and might have damaged the diodes in the alternator? Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
There is one for sale that you can find in the Craigslist posting sent by Clay. Here's the url: http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/431419769.html Rear end damage. Don't know if it's a good deal or not, just noticed it. Brian On 9/25/07, Peter Frederick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Kaleb: > > I'm in Evansville, IN. Gotta settle with the insurance (through the > other driver's) and don't want to promise anything yet. > > I do need another 87 300D though. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: 5kW Chinese Genset
After much chiseling, and some tracing, I think I found the genesis of this generator's general grunge. (Hey, _you_ try to find a 'g' word that's better!) The small diode bridge has every diode blown, shorted, and its feed trace gone too. Perhaps it's the shorted 'protective' MOV on its output? Of course, now it has other problems! Me and my chisel... Bad design. If you're going to use a MOV, a wear component, put it where it can be replaced. And fuse the circuit 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] W123 wagon in new comedy movie
Just saw a movie preview on TV tonight. It stars that guy from "The Office" and "40 Year Old Virgin" (two things that I have successfully avoided seeing). We had the sound muted, but they focused in on a close shot of a TE or TD for such a period of time that it looked like the scene was calling attention to the car. Then they showed the car a couple other times in the preview. The premise of the movie is something to do with a Dad - probably portraying him as out of touch and lame but with a good heart. (how novel) The wagon is that factory orange color. Brian ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] What constitutes harmful overheating? 87 190D
I must say that I am very thankful that this breakdown has been on par with about every one I have ever had in terms of fortuitousness. I looked down and noticed several of the dummy lights glowing. I then saw the engine temperature rising shockingly fast. I threw it in neutral and shut it off as I coasted at around 45 - 50 mph down a long hill. Then started it again to get up a hill, and watched the temp approach the 120 mark and the little red mark. I may have been unwise, but I wanted to get it off the highway and to a safe place. By the time I shut the thing off and rolled to a stop, the gauge was just about touching that top temp reading (120, right?). But I did not let it run for any length of time at that temp. So how bad is what I've done? I mean really, not idealistically. I know that these engines are at least somewhat prone to head gasket failures, aren't they? But I would imagine that like any engine, it can take being badly overheated several times throughout its life. Brian ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Mystery Noise Time - Embarrasingly Loud
Mystery solved. Alternator went out today on the highway. Threw the belt and left pulley sagging. This should've been a gimme for you guys. What's up with your sage advice? (smiley face inserted) Brian 87 190D 83 240D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] aerial autcrossing
<> I hope you are not suggesting that you have the experience, skill and guts to fly like those pilots. As part of training to obtain my Commercial Pilot rating, I took a ten hour aerobatic course in a Citabria and I freely admit right here and now. No effing way. RLE ** See what's new at http://www.aol.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Loren: Let's talk about that 300TE. D. On 9/25/07, Steve MacSween <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > on 9/25/07 15:10, Peter Frederick at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > > I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a pain > > as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, finally > > fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. > > > > What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. > > > Echoes my experience in 2002, in my w126 SD. > > Exactly what I said. > > Glad you are feeling okay. Make sure your teeth are okay (get a major xray > in the next couple of months). Voice of experience speaking > > Mac > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
on 9/25/07 15:10, Peter Frederick at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a pain > as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, finally > fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. > > What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. Echoes my experience in 2002, in my w126 SD. Exactly what I said. Glad you are feeling okay. Make sure your teeth are okay (get a major xray in the next couple of months). Voice of experience speaking Mac ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 1987 300D turbo dies on way home...
> If this is the case, is this a big job (engine removal) or is worth > fixing? If it should turn out to be not worth fixing, you should call me. I have another one of your cast-off 300D's that is lonely... -- 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] 1987 300D turbo dies on way home...
> The engine turns over much quicker I then marked the serpentine > belt to > see if it would change position when engine (or starter) was > engaged the > belt did not move... If you definitely hear the starter turning something over, and not just the unloaded electric motor sound of an uncoupled starter, then something is broken. Possibly something very bad. Ring gear sheared off the flywheel/TC? Broken flex plate? Broken crank? Broken timing chain? Broken key in front damper/pulley? No shortcuts here, you're going to have to have somebody who knows look at it. You can jump the starter from inside the engine compartment, I suggest you do that while looking at the cam through the oil fill hole. (Or get some help to run the key.) -- 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] OT: 5kW Chinese Genset
>> figure out why it blew, however.snip > The short to ground? But _nothing_ else is referenced to ground, so there's nothing to short to. That's the mystery. I have managed to, with the help of a bowl full of acetone and dry ice, a nail set, hammer, and anvil, to chip off enough of the regulator's potting to identify components. I only broke a few of them! I'll begin tracing the schematic soon. -- 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] Bio-d in new Benzes
Wonder if politics play a role in MBUSA's 5% percentage limit? Dimitri ernest breakfield <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: hi David! i would have to agree with most of what you read; key words in your statements being "...pretty much...". just for giggles, a quick look makes it seem that there may be at least 3 different standards in the EU alone that relate to BioD. ;-) note that it seems the German standard (EN14214) is the one companies like VW were looking at when they approved the use of 100% BioD in their vehicles, but are reportedly only supporting use of RME (Rapeseed Methyl Esther; BioD made from Rapeseed). the early recommendations of the NBB i saw for the creation of ASTM D6751 (the US BioDiesel standard) by the NBB contained requirements at the formulation level that looked like they had nothing to do with the performance of the fuel, but were unattainable with anything other than Soy-Based BioD in a blend that did not exceed 20% BioD/80% petroDiesel. at a cursory glance, it would appear fuel that might meet ASTM D6751 would not meet EN 14214 based on at least its inferior Cetane and Sulfur content ratings. as a user of BioD for several years, i've been hearing for years that this was going to change and i'd love to hear that this is been amended to where US regulations now meet the 'standards' the rest of the world is working with, but if it's happened yet, i've missed it. cheers! e David Hemsley wrote: > I will definately agree with part of your statements but would have to > disagree with others. Isn't the word we live in wonderful when one can > openly yet respectably disagree with another? :) > > YES, the National Biodiesel Board is owned and operated by the SOY growers > Association. YES, that bias places the biodiesel field in a hard battle > position (government acceptance wise, tax credit wise, grant and endowment > wise, etc.) if your product is not SOY based. > > However, the standards have been pretty much duplicated through out the > world. (Please see Greg Pahl's book: Biodiesel Growing a New Energy > Economy or refer to Idaho University's research base.) These standards are > attainable no matter what the Biodiesel feedstock is (the testing fees > however still are extremely restrictive to all but the "BIG BOY Producers") > - thus offering the availability of a "Standardized" Biodiesel base. > Additionally, another standard has been established that deals exclusively > with the storage and sale of Biodiesel. > > Combined, it is my opinion and my hope, this standardization/accredidation > process should begin to relieve some of the doubt of both the manufacturers > and the public at large. :) > > > Dave H... > __ > > From: ernest breakfield > Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED],Mercedes Discussion List > > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Bio-d in new Benzes > Date: Mon, 24 Sep 2007 13:07:12 -0700 > > the issue is that the standards aren't the same in the US as in EU; > >standards adopted in the US are basically copied from what the Ntl BioD > >Board suggested, and since they're in bed with the Soy Farmers, it's > >biased toward Soy-based BioD. > > BioD in the EU is typically made from Rapeseed; a much better source > >for quality fuel, but unfortunately that's not what the NBB is aligned > with. > > > > > >cheers! > >e > > > > > >David Hemsley wrote: > > > Please check on the internet for the National Biodiesel > Board. They have > > > established a testing criteria for both the fuel and the > distributo/seller > > > of same. > > > > > > The following link may also prove > beneficial: > > > > [1]http://www.biodiesel.org/pdf_files/fuelfactsheets/Myths_Facts.pdf > > > > > > I find it interesting that Mercedes, VW, etc. accepted biodiesel > years ago > > > in Europe yet here we are still playing the percentage game. :) > > > > > > > > > Dave H... > > > __ > > > > > > From: Rich Thomas > > > Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List > > > To: Mercedes Discussion List > > > Subject: [MBZ] Bio-d in new Benzes > > > Date: Mon, 24 Sep 2007 10:36:15 -0500 > > > >A buddy of mine is contemplating getting a new M diesel, one of > his > > > >interests is in running bio-d in it. He has been looking at the > MB web > > > >site, it says > > > > > > > >Mercedes-Benz USA now approves the use of B5 bio diesel > (standard > >[snip] > >___ > >http://www.okiebenz.com > >For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: >
Re: [MBZ] Aerial autocrossing
Uh ... trust me on this one. Scary race-track-underwear fast. Been there, and your tax dollars paid for it. The T-34 is sort of like a 240D. Takes a moment to build up to takeoff power, but once there look out, it isn't going to slow down even when you try to do so. Once you get momentum, it is going to keep going faster and faster and will turn until you rip the wings off. On 9/25/07, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Probably not that fast --- those look like formula racers. I did > notice that they spent considerable time with the wings vertical - > don't get much lift that way -- gravity pulls at 16ft.sec.sec. > regardless of how fast you're going. > > On 9/25/07, Wonko the Sane <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I have no doubt that the T-34 would have done that nicely. With me at > the > > controls, though -- SPLAT. > > > > -- > 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/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] Aerial autocrossing
Probably not that fast --- those look like formula racers. I did notice that they spent considerable time with the wings vertical - don't get much lift that way -- gravity pulls at 16ft.sec.sec. regardless of how fast you're going. On 9/25/07, Wonko the Sane <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I have no doubt that the T-34 would have done that nicely. With me at the > controls, though -- SPLAT. > -- 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] CL Detroit 1986 (?) 300d
Looks like it has a turbo. Also looks like there's damage to the drivers door. On 9/25/07, John Freer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > So it may not be a turbo? > -- 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] DIY Digital in car gauges (multisensor display)
I've been thinking about a similar project - ever since I wired the LED in place to tell me whether the mon valve is open or closed. I was thinking along the lines of displaying those items of interest (to some of us anyway) that aren't already on the dash - such as the mono valve state, compressor on/off, aux fan, manifold pressure, exhaust temp, intake air temp, voltage, etc. Of course, I can't finish what's already on my plate, much less add another project now --- I'll have to read is article. One of our list members (can't remember who now) was building/selling aircraft grade instrumentation like this a while back. On 9/25/07, Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > http://www.makezine.com/blog/archive/2007/09/arduino_diy_digital_in_ca.html?CMP=OTC-0D6B48984890 > > This guy has designed some neat stuff for cars using some pretty cheap > microprocessor stuff (the Arduino kit has lots of hobby support). Might > be worth looking at for those new century upgrades to our last century cars. > > --R -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK "There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics." -Benjamin Disraeli '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Aerial autocrossing
I have no doubt that the T-34 would have done that nicely. With me at the controls, though -- SPLAT. On 9/25/07, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I wish - though I doubt that a Citabria would be competitive in that > race --- I wonder if they have formula Vee catagory --- > > On 9/25/07, Wonko the Sane <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > The sad thing is this: OK Donn didn't even know they were filming his > plane > > so he didn't get any royalties. > > > > -- > 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/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] Aerial autocrossing
I wish - though I doubt that a Citabria would be competitive in that race --- I wonder if they have formula Vee catagory --- On 9/25/07, Wonko the Sane <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > The sad thing is this: OK Donn didn't even know they were filming his plane > so he didn't get any royalties. > -- 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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Glad to hear you're not too badly hurt, Peter. Be sure and get a recheck if you have too much pain. I walked around in considerable pain for a week after the same kind of accident and finally found out the shoulder had a total dislocation. We Hoosiers are tough! Hang in there! Gerry (From Huntingburg years ago.) > Peter Frederick wrote: >> Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the highway >> this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D > [snip] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
The really fast ones. On 9/25/07, Sunil Hari <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > what kind of benz cost $120,000 in 1989? > > On 9/25/07, Hendrik <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > > OK, so we all heard about ambulance chasers, it seems we have a wreck > > chaser in our midst. I can just imagine it, Kaleb comes across a bad > > accident with people trapped in the wreckage and he says to the driver > > "I'll give you 50 bucks for it, here is my card" > > Talking about 124's, I finally worked up the courage to tell the missus > > that I am thinking of buying another car, just had to pick the right > > moment. > > Perhaps a few pics of the wrecked 300D will convince her that I need to > > spend 7.5 grand on an old station wagen. Funny how car dealers will > > negotiate when they realize that they are not talking to a know nothing. > > I had a chat to the fella who has serviced the car for the last couple > > of years and he reckons that it needs a fair bit of work to bring it up > > to excellent standard but most of the work I can do myself and the rest > > I'll just have to learn. > > One of the concerns is the auto climate control, I believe it works in > > conjunction with a couple of big relays to make everything work. > > Anyway negotiations are in progress and I'll try and organize a proper > > test drive to determine if I want to take the plunge on this complex > > beast which cost 120K in 89, you could have bought a very nice house for > > that sort of money. > > > > Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: > > > OK, so where are you, want to sell it now? > > > > > > --- > > > Kaleb C. Striplin > > > > > > > > > > > > > ___ > > http://www.okiebenz.com > > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > > > > > > -- > Sunil Hari > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > 513-205-7474 > 614-441-8164 > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] 126 PS Fluid leak--Help
Dan, I have had several 123 PS pumps leak through the seal around the pulley shaft. It is easily fixable. Just remove the pulley and pry out the seal and get a new one from Rusty or your MB dealer. It can be hammered back in with an appropriate size socket. Ralph Wasserbaech '87 300TD '01 E320 wagon '90 300D '83 300CD -- Original message -- From: Dan Weeks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Folks: > > My '82 300SD is dripping a bit of PS fluid. It seems to be coming > from the bottom of the PS pump. lines appear OK. I know it's from > there, not the trans, as the PS reservoir level drops along with the > leak. At first is was pretty bad--fair-sized stain under the car. Now > the stains are smaller, and PS fluid consumption has gone down, but > it's still there. I was hoping it was a leaking line, but doesn't > appear to be, and the unions appear tight and dry. What's the > prognosis/cure/cost? Car has 194k on it. PS works fine, groans a > little if I let the fluid get too low, but that only happened twice > and was promptly corrected. Fluid (Dextron III) is clean and clear, > was recently changed, with a new PS filter installed. > > Thanks in advance! > > Dan > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] OT Cool Bike
The builder of this bike http://www.goldammercycle.com/hispeed/gallery.php?g=0 just crossed the border, while I was working, enroute to a bike show in Las Vegas. 197 hp from a supercharged/intercooled nox'd 965cc single. 4 piston calipers inside the "drum" brake housings shich were machined from 14 lb. aluminum stock. Rory Morrison Oroville, WA 1985 300SD 1982 300TD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
what kind of benz cost $120,000 in 1989? On 9/25/07, Hendrik <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > OK, so we all heard about ambulance chasers, it seems we have a wreck > chaser in our midst. I can just imagine it, Kaleb comes across a bad > accident with people trapped in the wreckage and he says to the driver > "I'll give you 50 bucks for it, here is my card" > Talking about 124's, I finally worked up the courage to tell the missus > that I am thinking of buying another car, just had to pick the right > moment. > Perhaps a few pics of the wrecked 300D will convince her that I need to > spend 7.5 grand on an old station wagen. Funny how car dealers will > negotiate when they realize that they are not talking to a know nothing. > I had a chat to the fella who has serviced the car for the last couple > of years and he reckons that it needs a fair bit of work to bring it up > to excellent standard but most of the work I can do myself and the rest > I'll just have to learn. > One of the concerns is the auto climate control, I believe it works in > conjunction with a couple of big relays to make everything work. > Anyway negotiations are in progress and I'll try and organize a proper > test drive to determine if I want to take the plunge on this complex > beast which cost 120K in 89, you could have bought a very nice house for > that sort of money. > > Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: > > OK, so where are you, want to sell it now? > > > > --- > > Kaleb C. Striplin > > > > > > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > -- Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 614-441-8164 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
If you buy the airline ticket to Des Moines, you can stay with me for a couple of weeks until you get back on your feet. I can even get you work at the slaughter house in Perry, about 25 miles away. Do you happen to speak Spanish? On 9/25/07, Hendrik <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Talking about 124's, I finally worked up the courage to tell the missus > that I am thinking of buying another car, just had to pick the right > moment. > > -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
OK, so we all heard about ambulance chasers, it seems we have a wreck chaser in our midst. I can just imagine it, Kaleb comes across a bad accident with people trapped in the wreckage and he says to the driver "I'll give you 50 bucks for it, here is my card" Talking about 124's, I finally worked up the courage to tell the missus that I am thinking of buying another car, just had to pick the right moment. Perhaps a few pics of the wrecked 300D will convince her that I need to spend 7.5 grand on an old station wagen. Funny how car dealers will negotiate when they realize that they are not talking to a know nothing. I had a chat to the fella who has serviced the car for the last couple of years and he reckons that it needs a fair bit of work to bring it up to excellent standard but most of the work I can do myself and the rest I'll just have to learn. One of the concerns is the auto climate control, I believe it works in conjunction with a couple of big relays to make everything work. Anyway negotiations are in progress and I'll try and organize a proper test drive to determine if I want to take the plunge on this complex beast which cost 120K in 89, you could have bought a very nice house for that sort of money. Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: > OK, so where are you, want to sell it now? > > --- > Kaleb C. Striplin > > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Warning on Autocraft Titanium A battery from Advance Auto
WARNING! If you buy an Autocraft Titanium battery be sure and check the cells electrolyte levels before installing. I stopped in an Advance Auto store to buy ATF on a Sunday evening about two months ago. The car wouldn't start when I left so I bought one of their Titanium A batteries. Saturday I serviced the car and checked the electrolyte levels in the battery. Two cells were dry and it required two to three ounces of distilled water to bring them up to the correct level. The other cells sp.gr. was in the red zone 11.50-11.75. After driving two days, the two cells I had added water to were still in the red zone but the other cells had come up almost to normal. I suspect these two cells were damaged by driving it two months with very low electrolyte. No one at Advanced Auto had ever heard of checking the sp.gr. or had any knowledge of what it meant, and they refused to give me a new battery. I checked the voltage when I serviced the car on Saturday and it was 13.7 volts. I checked it today and it was only 12.5 volts. I'm wondering if the battery might be drawing too much current and might have damaged the diodes in the alternator? Gerry Archer '83 300D and 240D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 1987 300D turbo dies on way home...
That is how my beloved Camry died -- timing belt broke, valves stayed at parade rest, pistons kept on chugging away. On 9/25/07, Peter Frederick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > It's not gonna be a five cent part if the chain jumped and then broke. > > Usually causes horrific clatter. > > However, I would check out the engine by rotating the front crank bolt > -- if it turns, you will have to investigate why the flywheel turns but > not the crank. If not, check for a locked up alternator or AC > compressor. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Your mental trauma is such that I can't see you driving anything less than a new-car-small E320D. On 9/25/07, Peter Frederick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Tomorrow when the adjuster comes by. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] CL Detroit 1986 (?) 300d
So it may not be a turbo? On 9/25/07, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > yes, that appears to be a grey market car > > Rick Knoble wrote: > > The listing says '86, it appears to have Euro lights on it. Maybe it is > > grey market or something... > > http://detroit.craigslist.org/car/430984228.html > > > > 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 > > > > -- > Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK > 94 E420, 94 E320, 92 300SD, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, > 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, > 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 > http://www.okiebenz.com > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Tomorrow when the adjuster comes by. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 1987 300D turbo dies on way home...
It's not gonna be a five cent part if the chain jumped and then broke. Usually causes horrific clatter. However, I would check out the engine by rotating the front crank bolt -- if it turns, you will have to investigate why the flywheel turns but not the crank. If not, check for a locked up alternator or AC compressor. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] DIY Digital in car gauges (multisensor display)
http://www.makezine.com/blog/archive/2007/09/arduino_diy_digital_in_ca.html?CMP=OTC-0D6B48984890 This guy has designed some neat stuff for cars using some pretty cheap microprocessor stuff (the Arduino kit has lots of hobby support). Might be worth looking at for those new century upgrades to our last century cars. --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Yea, we want pics! On 9/25/07, Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Did you snap any photos to share? It's always good to show someone a > mangled > MB and say, "Everyone in this car walked away." > > Bob R. > > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > On Behalf Of Redghost > Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 4:22 PM > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Subject: Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP > > Peter, get the attorney soon. They know how to work this system and > will keep both insurance vultures from screwing you over. Granted > you lose 33% of recovery to them, but it does tend to increase your > chances of being made whole. > > Very glad you are well enough to relate this disaster to the list. > Thinking it is time for me to get another Benz, so that I have > something when the oldest gets to drive Gump. > > clay > > On 25 Sep 2007, at 14:22, Peter Frederick wrote: > > > Indiana. He has Acordia (Wells Fargo) insurance, I have State Farm, > > been with them on and off since I got a driver's license 34 years ago. > > > > We shall see how this plays out. > > > > I'll take pics of the car tomorrow. > > > > Peter > > > > > > ___ > > http://www.okiebenz.com > > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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 > -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] Chicago '87 300d
Feed: craigslist chicago | for sale / wanted search for "mercedes" Title: 1987 Mercedes 300D Turbo (Many Photos!) $3500 For sale is a 1987 Mercedes 300 Diesel Turbo I-6. Color is Metallic Grey with Leather Interior. Alloy wheels with good tires. The vehicle has 135,500 original miles. Great Engine/trans, Smooth Cruiser, Great on Fuel, Good condition, Clean Title. VIN #: WDBEB33D4HA462288. For more information or if interested give me a call at (773) 895-6480, or (773) 905-9211. -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 81278 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 150316 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0001.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 191687 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0002.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 85757 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0003.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 162967 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0004.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 149948 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0005.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 85602 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0006.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 82528 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0007.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 153643 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0008.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 100659 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0009.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 142753 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0010.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 176880 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0011.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 145488 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0012.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 163435 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0013.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 102359 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0014.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 152324 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070925/7f43c70a/attachment-0015.jpe -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: not available Type: image/jpeg Size: 144421 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Did you snap any photos to share? It's always good to show someone a mangled MB and say, "Everyone in this car walked away." Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Redghost Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 4:22 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP Peter, get the attorney soon. They know how to work this system and will keep both insurance vultures from screwing you over. Granted you lose 33% of recovery to them, but it does tend to increase your chances of being made whole. Very glad you are well enough to relate this disaster to the list. Thinking it is time for me to get another Benz, so that I have something when the oldest gets to drive Gump. clay On 25 Sep 2007, at 14:22, Peter Frederick wrote: > Indiana. He has Acordia (Wells Fargo) insurance, I have State Farm, > been with them on and off since I got a driver's license 34 years ago. > > We shall see how this plays out. > > I'll take pics of the car tomorrow. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] CL Detroit 1986 (?) 300d
yes, that appears to be a grey market car Rick Knoble wrote: > The listing says '86, it appears to have Euro lights on it. Maybe it is grey > market or something... > http://detroit.craigslist.org/car/430984228.html > > 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 > -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 94 E320, 92 300SD, 92 300D, 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 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] Aerial autocrossing
The sad thing is this: OK Donn didn't even know they were filming his plane so he didn't get any royalties. On 9/25/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R81I9ZLCpR4 > > > -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] 1987 300D turbo dies on way home...
This means that Kaleb will soon be coming to your place to haul away the car he just purchased from you for $50. But before selling to Kleb, have a mechanic check it out to make sure it isn't a five cent part. On 9/25/07, RICHARD FIne <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > Does this mean that the drive chain (the chain below the timing chain) is > broke? I would find it quite coincidental that the starter would go out > at > the same time, and, it is not the same as the noise the starter makes when > it does not engage the flywheel... I believe the starter is engaging the > flywheel, but, that it does not have alot of resistance... > > If this is the case, is this a big job (engine removal) or is worth > fixing? > > Thanks, > > Rick > > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Peter, get the attorney soon. They know how to work this system and will keep both insurance vultures from screwing you over. Granted you lose 33% of recovery to them, but it does tend to increase your chances of being made whole. Very glad you are well enough to relate this disaster to the list. Thinking it is time for me to get another Benz, so that I have something when the oldest gets to drive Gump. clay On 25 Sep 2007, at 14:22, Peter Frederick wrote: > Indiana. He has Acordia (Wells Fargo) insurance, I have State Farm, > been with them on and off since I got a driver's license 34 years ago. > > We shall see how this plays out. > > I'll take pics of the car tomorrow. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
You have joined the club who is quite thankful for the quality of MB's. Glad you are doing as well as you are - sorry about the car. I would say mine was a total loss, but I think they saved one of the rear door handles [head on with a drunk at @55 mph]. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles 1962 220Sb RIP -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peter Frederick Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 3:11 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the highway this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D. Hit the front door as I drove across the highway doing about 60, wasn't watching the road (duh). I got away with some glass embedded in my left arm (gotta go have that dug out in the next day or to, I think) and some very sore ribs. Didn't break the fountain pens in my front pocket or bend up my reading glasses. Dash is completely crushed, had to break out the climate control pushbutton unit and drive the side back to get the glove box open (my brother did, I'm not able!) to get my stuff out, like the spare set of rear pads I've not gotten around to getting installed. A helpful passerby found some long needlenose pliers (probably off the Sheckel van) and turned the engine off, it was running about half throttle and boiling (no radiator cap to keep the pressure off the cracked head). The keys are about 6" inside the dash now, it's that badly crushed. Climate control split in half and folded up, center vent crunched, what a mess. Front doorpost is pushed in at least 18", tire is lying over at 45 degrees or more (lower control arm not bent much if at all), door is pushed in at least a foot. Windshield is busted, floor pan is VERY narrow, console cover is torn up and shoved up 6" or so. I unbuckled and climbed out the passenger side. Other than the punch in the ribs I'm fine, got a cut from my exploded coffee cup that flew out of my carrier bag. Cell phone still works in spite of being thrown onto the floor under the front seat from my bag in the right seat, haven't tried the computer yet, but the bag was still on the front seat where I left it. I ended up pointing straight south rolling down the median from going straight east, no skid marks other than my tires going sideways, I don't think he ever touched the brakes. Other driver was fine, airbags went off, so that's good (although I'm NOT pleased at my car being wiped). Not a good feeling to look up and see a vehicle speeding toward you less than 6 ft away and thinking, oh s this is gonna be bad. Didn't even black out, didn't hit my head, didn't bang my hip, knee, or feet. I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a pain as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, finally fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Hey K'leb
I just sent a CL post to the list. I had to cut and paste it 'cuz it was expired. It is huge. If you can make it one of those links we click on at the bottom of the page that would be great. It is an '87 300d in Chicago. Kinda pricey, but clean... 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
Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
I suspect the employer of this driver is sweating buckets about just what the insurance folks are going to do to him. Rather large settlement to cover your medical needs and other issues. Best to be handled by your attorney though. Seems to work really well to just pass the insurance dork to your attorney, since you have suffered severe trauma and can not be expected to make decisions without legal counsel. Have your significant other call and arrange the attorney, since, again, you are not really able to make these choices unaided. clay On 25 Sep 2007, at 13:24, dave walton wrote: > Sorry to hear about your accident. It may be several days before your > body feels the full impact of the trauma. Take it easy for a while. If > you normally exercise, take a break. > If they do give you pain pills of any sort, remember that they all > tend to slow down your gut. Especially the opiates. You may find it > advantageous to start taking a quadruple dose of the laxative of your > choice before you need it. I don't mean to get too personal, but wish > someone had told me before I found out the hard way - so to speak... > > -Dave Walton > > On 9/25/07, Peter Frederick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the highway >> this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D. Hit the front door as I >> drove across the highway doing about 60, wasn't watching the road >> (duh). >> >> I got away with some glass embedded in my left arm (gotta go have >> that >> dug out in the next day or to, I think) and some very sore ribs. >> Didn't break the fountain pens in my front pocket or bend up my >> reading >> glasses. >> >> Dash is completely crushed, had to break out the climate control >> pushbutton unit and drive the side back to get the glove box open (my >> brother did, I'm not able!) to get my stuff out, like the spare >> set of >> rear pads I've not gotten around to getting installed. A helpful >> passerby found some long needlenose pliers (probably off the Sheckel >> van) and turned the engine off, it was running about half throttle >> and >> boiling (no radiator cap to keep the pressure off the cracked head). >> The keys are about 6" inside the dash now, it's that badly crushed. >> Climate control split in half and folded up, center vent crunched, >> what >> a mess. >> >> Front doorpost is pushed in at least 18", tire is lying over at 45 >> degrees or more (lower control arm not bent much if at all), door is >> pushed in at least a foot. Windshield is busted, floor pan is VERY >> narrow, console cover is torn up and shoved up 6" or so. I unbuckled >> and climbed out the passenger side. >> >> Other than the punch in the ribs I'm fine, got a cut from my exploded >> coffee cup that flew out of my carrier bag. Cell phone still >> works in >> spite of being thrown onto the floor under the front seat from my bag >> in the right seat, haven't tried the computer yet, but the bag was >> still on the front seat where I left it. >> >> I ended up pointing straight south rolling down the median from going >> straight east, no skid marks other than my tires going sideways, I >> don't think he ever touched the brakes. Other driver was fine, >> airbags >> went off, so that's good (although I'm NOT pleased at my car being >> wiped). Not a good feeling to look up and see a vehicle speeding >> toward you less than 6 ft away and thinking, oh s this is >> gonna be >> bad. >> >> Didn't even black out, didn't hit my head, didn't bang my hip, >> knee, or >> feet. >> >> I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a >> pain >> as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, >> finally >> fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. >> >> What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. >> >> Peter >> >> >> ___ >> http://www.okiebenz.com >> For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 1987 300D turbo dies on way home...
Hello, Thanks for the previous responses to my post.. My question: As posted earlier, my wife drove my car home, she said it ran out of power and she slowly came to a stop at the side of the freeway. After getting the car towed home, I charged the battery, then tried turning engine over... The engine turns over much quicker I then marked the serpentine belt to see if it would change position when engine (or starter) was engaged the belt did not move... Does this mean that the drive chain (the chain below the timing chain) is broke? I would find it quite coincidental that the starter would go out at the same time, and, it is not the same as the noise the starter makes when it does not engage the flywheel... I believe the starter is engaging the flywheel, but, that it does not have alot of resistance... If this is the case, is this a big job (engine removal) or is worth fixing? Thanks, Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] CL Detroit 1986 (?) 300d
The listing says '86, it appears to have Euro lights on it. Maybe it is grey market or something... http://detroit.craigslist.org/car/430984228.html 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
Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Glad you are in better shape than the Benz. I search many cities in the midwest on Craig's List looking for MB auto's. I will post any '87's that I find. I was told in an advanced motorcycle riders course that green lights are merely suggestions. I guess this proves that point. 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
Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Peter glad you're okay. I've been reading these type of posts on the diesel lists for years. Wouldn't drive anything but a Mercedes irregarless of the year or the associated problems of the car. It's the "walkaway" factor that I like. James Zavesky > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peter Frederick > Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 3:11 PM > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Subject: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP > > Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the > highway this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D. Hit the > front door as I drove across the highway doing about 60, > wasn't watching the road (duh). > > I got away with some glass embedded in my left arm (gotta go > have that dug out in the next day or to, I think) and some > very sore ribs. > Didn't break the fountain pens in my front pocket or bend up > my reading glasses. > > Dash is completely crushed, had to break out the climate > control pushbutton unit and drive the side back to get the > glove box open (my brother did, I'm not able!) to get my > stuff out, like the spare set of rear pads I've not gotten > around to getting installed. A helpful passerby found some > long needlenose pliers (probably off the Sheckel > van) and turned the engine off, it was running about half > throttle and boiling (no radiator cap to keep the pressure > off the cracked head). > The keys are about 6" inside the dash now, it's that badly crushed. > Climate control split in half and folded up, center vent > crunched, what a mess. > > Front doorpost is pushed in at least 18", tire is lying over > at 45 degrees or more (lower control arm not bent much if at > all), door is pushed in at least a foot. Windshield is > busted, floor pan is VERY narrow, console cover is torn up > and shoved up 6" or so. I unbuckled and climbed out the > passenger side. > > Other than the punch in the ribs I'm fine, got a cut from my > exploded coffee cup that flew out of my carrier bag. Cell > phone still works in spite of being thrown onto the floor > under the front seat from my bag in the right seat, haven't > tried the computer yet, but the bag was still on the front > seat where I left it. > > I ended up pointing straight south rolling down the median > from going straight east, no skid marks other than my tires > going sideways, I don't think he ever touched the brakes. > Other driver was fine, airbags went off, so that's good > (although I'm NOT pleased at my car being wiped). Not a good > feeling to look up and see a vehicle speeding toward you less > than 6 ft away and thinking, oh s this is gonna be bad. > > Didn't even black out, didn't hit my head, didn't bang my > hip, knee, or feet. > > I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much > of a pain as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and > AC problems, finally fixed). At least if she gets slammed > she is unlikely to be hurt. > > What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: > http://www.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] Aerial autocrossing
Yeah, and all costs are written off as "advertising"... Wonder what the entry fee is? Take care, Chuck Phoenix AZ On Sep 25, 2007, at 1:31 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R81I9ZLCpR4 > > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Peter Frederick wrote: > > I don't intend to take the pain meds unless i cannot sleep. So far, no > worse than a back spasm. Sitting up requires some preparation, > otherwise I'm just sore. I survived a back spasm w/o drugs last week. First couple of nights it kept waking me up though. In my own personal horrific crash, I ripped some muscles in my neck. Didn't take the meds, woke up the first night in excruciating pain, crawled backwards down the stairs to get my codeine off the kitchen table. 2nd night took a pill before I went to bed. If I ever again decide to go to sleep without taking prescribed opiates, I'll have the drug and water next to my bed. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Might want to read some of the threads in the archives about dealing with insurance companies. I've always felt I've gotten more than fair treatment for collision damage, thankfully I've never been involved in an injury claim I'm sure that takes things to another level since the $$ can be orders of magnitude higher. Allan Peter Frederick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Kaleb: > > I'm in Evansville, IN. Gotta settle with the insurance (through the > other driver's) and don't want to promise anything yet. > > I do need another 87 300D though. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Indiana. He has Acordia (Wells Fargo) insurance, I have State Farm, been with them on and off since I got a driver's license 34 years ago. We shall see how this plays out. I'll take pics of the car tomorrow. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
I have two witnesses on the police report, my brother is buddies with some of the deputies, and was on the fire department up to a couple months ago. I got extra good treatment. Lotta people stopped, warms the heart. Thanks for all the good wishes! Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Yeah, people die from opiate induced bowel paralysis. Not funny. Thanks for the advice. I don't intend to take the pain meds unless i cannot sleep. So far, no worse than a back spasm. Sitting up requires some preparation, otherwise I'm just sore. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
I ALWAYS check at that interseciton, there have been several fatals there. However, there was a car in front of me turning left, and there wasn't anything coming when I looked, he was so far back. Musta been arguing with his wife on the cell phone, or fishing his donut up off the floor or something. I'm glad he didn't hit the BMW M3 in front of me, that would have really been ugly! Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Kaleb: I'm in Evansville, IN. Gotta settle with the insurance (through the other driver's) and don't want to promise anything yet. I do need another 87 300D though. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Rich Thomas wrote: "You of course are consulting a person in the legal profession as well as specialist physicians -- those car crash injuries can require considerable convalescence and the total effects might not be apparent for some time. Then of course there is loss of conjugal pleasure while the injuries mend, pain and suffering, post-crash psychological trauma" I thought most of this was said tongue in cheek, but you really should talk to a lawyer. Your state may have a monetary threshold that you have to exceed in order to recover for pain and suffering. If you had any medical bills the other guy ought to pay and of course, you should be compensated for the car. What state are you in? Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Must have been quite the bang when the van hit you! Wonder if he was on his cell phone? Hope someone collected the names of some witnesses at the scene. Once he gets over the initial shock, he may start to think maybe you ran the red light. Insurance companies seem to love 50/50 deals and are happy to blame everyone involved. Sorry to hear about the car and your ribs. Hope you heal quickly. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Peter Frederick Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 2:11 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the highway this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D. Hit the front door as I drove across the highway doing about 60, wasn't watching the road (duh). I got away with some glass embedded in my left arm (gotta go have that dug out in the next day or to, I think) and some very sore ribs. Didn't break the fountain pens in my front pocket or bend up my reading glasses. Dash is completely crushed, had to break out the climate control pushbutton unit and drive the side back to get the glove box open (my brother did, I'm not able!) to get my stuff out, like the spare set of rear pads I've not gotten around to getting installed. A helpful passerby found some long needlenose pliers (probably off the Sheckel van) and turned the engine off, it was running about half throttle and boiling (no radiator cap to keep the pressure off the cracked head). The keys are about 6" inside the dash now, it's that badly crushed. Climate control split in half and folded up, center vent crunched, what a mess. Front doorpost is pushed in at least 18", tire is lying over at 45 degrees or more (lower control arm not bent much if at all), door is pushed in at least a foot. Windshield is busted, floor pan is VERY narrow, console cover is torn up and shoved up 6" or so. I unbuckled and climbed out the passenger side. Other than the punch in the ribs I'm fine, got a cut from my exploded coffee cup that flew out of my carrier bag. Cell phone still works in spite of being thrown onto the floor under the front seat from my bag in the right seat, haven't tried the computer yet, but the bag was still on the front seat where I left it. I ended up pointing straight south rolling down the median from going straight east, no skid marks other than my tires going sideways, I don't think he ever touched the brakes. Other driver was fine, airbags went off, so that's good (although I'm NOT pleased at my car being wiped). Not a good feeling to look up and see a vehicle speeding toward you less than 6 ft away and thinking, oh s this is gonna be bad. Didn't even black out, didn't hit my head, didn't bang my hip, knee, or feet. I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a pain as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, finally fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Glad to hear that you are OK, and that the car did it's job of keeping you that way! > > I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a pain > as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, finally > fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. > > What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. > > Peter -- 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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Peter, wow; glad to hear you're reasonably OK! original body parts are *so* much better than the aftermarket stuff they're installing in the hospitals these days. (DAMHIK.) sorry to hear about your 300D, but here's a tip of the hat and a moment of silence in its honor for a job well done. here's to a quick, speedy, and as painless a recovery on your part as possible! cheers! e Peter Frederick wrote: > Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the highway > this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D > [snip] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Aerial autocrossing
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Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Sorry to hear about your accident. It may be several days before your body feels the full impact of the trauma. Take it easy for a while. If you normally exercise, take a break. If they do give you pain pills of any sort, remember that they all tend to slow down your gut. Especially the opiates. You may find it advantageous to start taking a quadruple dose of the laxative of your choice before you need it. I don't mean to get too personal, but wish someone had told me before I found out the hard way - so to speak... -Dave Walton On 9/25/07, Peter Frederick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the highway > this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D. Hit the front door as I > drove across the highway doing about 60, wasn't watching the road > (duh). > > I got away with some glass embedded in my left arm (gotta go have that > dug out in the next day or to, I think) and some very sore ribs. > Didn't break the fountain pens in my front pocket or bend up my reading > glasses. > > Dash is completely crushed, had to break out the climate control > pushbutton unit and drive the side back to get the glove box open (my > brother did, I'm not able!) to get my stuff out, like the spare set of > rear pads I've not gotten around to getting installed. A helpful > passerby found some long needlenose pliers (probably off the Sheckel > van) and turned the engine off, it was running about half throttle and > boiling (no radiator cap to keep the pressure off the cracked head). > The keys are about 6" inside the dash now, it's that badly crushed. > Climate control split in half and folded up, center vent crunched, what > a mess. > > Front doorpost is pushed in at least 18", tire is lying over at 45 > degrees or more (lower control arm not bent much if at all), door is > pushed in at least a foot. Windshield is busted, floor pan is VERY > narrow, console cover is torn up and shoved up 6" or so. I unbuckled > and climbed out the passenger side. > > Other than the punch in the ribs I'm fine, got a cut from my exploded > coffee cup that flew out of my carrier bag. Cell phone still works in > spite of being thrown onto the floor under the front seat from my bag > in the right seat, haven't tried the computer yet, but the bag was > still on the front seat where I left it. > > I ended up pointing straight south rolling down the median from going > straight east, no skid marks other than my tires going sideways, I > don't think he ever touched the brakes. Other driver was fine, airbags > went off, so that's good (although I'm NOT pleased at my car being > wiped). Not a good feeling to look up and see a vehicle speeding > toward you less than 6 ft away and thinking, oh s this is gonna be > bad. > > Didn't even black out, didn't hit my head, didn't bang my hip, knee, or > feet. > > I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a pain > as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, finally > fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. > > What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Three things: Real glad your'e doing so well! Glad the MB proved to be good like they say. Sad, but one literally needs to try to confirm that cross traffic is going to actually stop before one enters the intersection. This practice of red light running seems to be worsening in my estimation. I hate driving, and I hate drivers. Again, glad you were kept as safe as you were. Feel better soon! Brian 83 240D 87 190D On 9/25/07, Peter Frederick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > No idea, but probably a bit flatter than before, anyway. > > I was busy trying to breath, and then they strapped me to the back > board. That punch in the ribs hurts! > > Lotta people stopped, were very nice and helpful, the EMTS did a great > job. > > And this is precisely why I drive a Benz. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
You of course are consulting a person in the legal profession as well as specialist physicians -- those car crash injuries can require considerable convalescence and the total effects might not be apparent for some time. Then of course there is loss of conjugal pleasure while the injuries mend, pain and suffering, post-crash psychological trauma, rehab, and so on. The car was in wonderful condition, you would be afraid to drive anything less than a Benz (see psych trauma above) Glad you are well (as can be). This is heartening news for me in some ways -- though your experience pains me, and you are indeed lucky you were in such a fine automobile -- both my kids are now driving Benzes, it makes me feel good they are out in the world in them. -R Peter Frederick wrote: > > And this is precisely why I drive a Benz. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
No idea, but probably a bit flatter than before, anyway. I was busy trying to breath, and then they strapped me to the back board. That punch in the ribs hurts! Lotta people stopped, were very nice and helpful, the EMTS did a great job. And this is precisely why I drive a Benz. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
haha --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: "Wonko the Sane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 2:26 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP > Saw THAT one coming ... ! > > On 9/25/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> >> OK, so where are you, want to sell it now? >> >> > > > -- > LT Don > http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ > Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. > > 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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Thank GOD you were driving a Mercedes and you are safe. Bet the other guy's van is in shambles. :) Dave H... __ From: "Kaleb C. Striplin, work" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Subject: Re: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP Date: Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:20:49 -0500 >OK, so where are you, want to sell it now? > >--- >Kaleb C. Striplin >Cox Auto Trader >730 FSBO Supervisor > >- Original Message - >From: "Peter Frederick" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >To: "Mercedes Discussion List" >Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 2:10 PM >Subject: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP > > > > Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the highway > > this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D. Hit the front door as I > > drove across the highway doing about 60, wasn't watching the road > > (duh). > > > > I got away with some glass embedded in my left arm (gotta go have that > > dug out in the next day or to, I think) and some very sore ribs. > > Didn't break the fountain pens in my front pocket or bend up my reading > > glasses. > > > > Dash is completely crushed, had to break out the climate control > > pushbutton unit and drive the side back to get the glove box open (my > > brother did, I'm not able!) to get my stuff out, like the spare set of > > rear pads I've not gotten around to getting installed. A helpful > > passerby found some long needlenose pliers (probably off the Sheckel > > van) and turned the engine off, it was running about half throttle and > > boiling (no radiator cap to keep the pressure off the cracked head). > > The keys are about 6" inside the dash now, it's that badly crushed. > > Climate control split in half and folded up, center vent crunched, what > > a mess. > > > > Front doorpost is pushed in at least 18", tire is lying over at 45 > > degrees or more (lower control arm not bent much if at all), door is > > pushed in at least a foot. Windshield is busted, floor pan is VERY > > narrow, console cover is torn up and shoved up 6" or so. I unbuckled > > and climbed out the passenger side. > > > > Other than the punch in the ribs I'm fine, got a cut from my exploded > > coffee cup that flew out of my carrier bag. Cell phone still works in > > spite of being thrown onto the floor under the front seat from my bag > > in the right seat, haven't tried the computer yet, but the bag was > > still on the front seat where I left it. > > > > I ended up pointing straight south rolling down the median from going > > straight east, no skid marks other than my tires going sideways, I > > don't think he ever touched the brakes. Other driver was fine, airbags > > went off, so that's good (although I'm NOT pleased at my car being > > wiped). Not a good feeling to look up and see a vehicle speeding > > toward you less than 6 ft away and thinking, oh s this is gonna be > > bad. > > > > Didn't even black out, didn't hit my head, didn't bang my hip, knee, or > > feet. > > > > I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a pain > > as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, finally > > fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. > > > > What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. > > > > Peter > > > > > > ___ > > http://www.okiebenz.com > > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Saw THAT one coming ... ! On 9/25/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > OK, so where are you, want to sell it now? > > -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. 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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
thank god you're ok and able to buy the next one. On 9/25/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > OK, so where are you, want to sell it now? > > --- > Kaleb C. Striplin > Cox Auto Trader > 730 FSBO Supervisor > > - Original Message - > From: "Peter Frederick" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: "Mercedes Discussion List" > Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 2:10 PM > Subject: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP > > > > Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the highway > > this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D. Hit the front door as I > > drove across the highway doing about 60, wasn't watching the road > > (duh). > > > > I got away with some glass embedded in my left arm (gotta go have that > > dug out in the next day or to, I think) and some very sore ribs. > > Didn't break the fountain pens in my front pocket or bend up my reading > > glasses. > > > > Dash is completely crushed, had to break out the climate control > > pushbutton unit and drive the side back to get the glove box open (my > > brother did, I'm not able!) to get my stuff out, like the spare set of > > rear pads I've not gotten around to getting installed. A helpful > > passerby found some long needlenose pliers (probably off the Sheckel > > van) and turned the engine off, it was running about half throttle and > > boiling (no radiator cap to keep the pressure off the cracked head). > > The keys are about 6" inside the dash now, it's that badly crushed. > > Climate control split in half and folded up, center vent crunched, what > > a mess. > > > > Front doorpost is pushed in at least 18", tire is lying over at 45 > > degrees or more (lower control arm not bent much if at all), door is > > pushed in at least a foot. Windshield is busted, floor pan is VERY > > narrow, console cover is torn up and shoved up 6" or so. I unbuckled > > and climbed out the passenger side. > > > > Other than the punch in the ribs I'm fine, got a cut from my exploded > > coffee cup that flew out of my carrier bag. Cell phone still works in > > spite of being thrown onto the floor under the front seat from my bag > > in the right seat, haven't tried the computer yet, but the bag was > > still on the front seat where I left it. > > > > I ended up pointing straight south rolling down the median from going > > straight east, no skid marks other than my tires going sideways, I > > don't think he ever touched the brakes. Other driver was fine, airbags > > went off, so that's good (although I'm NOT pleased at my car being > > wiped). Not a good feeling to look up and see a vehicle speeding > > toward you less than 6 ft away and thinking, oh s this is gonna be > > bad. > > > > Didn't even black out, didn't hit my head, didn't bang my hip, knee, or > > feet. > > > > I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a pain > > as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, finally > > fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. > > > > What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. > > > > Peter > > > > > > ___ > > http://www.okiebenz.com > > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > -- Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 614-441-8164 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: 5kW Chinese Genset
- Original Message - From: "Jim Cathey" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > With only a little prying with a pair of screwdrivers, and 'biting' at > it with some pliers, I was able to completely expose the bottom of the > regulator's PCB. Big chunks of the potting material peeled up. Some > of the solder mask came up with it, but otherwise no harm that I could > tell. There is what looks to be a blown trace over at the excitation > winding input area, I couldn't find any trace of the missing copper > stuck to the removed potting material. That'd do it! I'll need to > figure out why it blew, however.snip > -- Jim -- The short to ground? 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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
OK, so where are you, want to sell it now? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: "Peter Frederick" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 2:10 PM Subject: [MBZ] 87 300D did it's job, RIP > Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the highway > this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D. Hit the front door as I > drove across the highway doing about 60, wasn't watching the road > (duh). > > I got away with some glass embedded in my left arm (gotta go have that > dug out in the next day or to, I think) and some very sore ribs. > Didn't break the fountain pens in my front pocket or bend up my reading > glasses. > > Dash is completely crushed, had to break out the climate control > pushbutton unit and drive the side back to get the glove box open (my > brother did, I'm not able!) to get my stuff out, like the spare set of > rear pads I've not gotten around to getting installed. A helpful > passerby found some long needlenose pliers (probably off the Sheckel > van) and turned the engine off, it was running about half throttle and > boiling (no radiator cap to keep the pressure off the cracked head). > The keys are about 6" inside the dash now, it's that badly crushed. > Climate control split in half and folded up, center vent crunched, what > a mess. > > Front doorpost is pushed in at least 18", tire is lying over at 45 > degrees or more (lower control arm not bent much if at all), door is > pushed in at least a foot. Windshield is busted, floor pan is VERY > narrow, console cover is torn up and shoved up 6" or so. I unbuckled > and climbed out the passenger side. > > Other than the punch in the ribs I'm fine, got a cut from my exploded > coffee cup that flew out of my carrier bag. Cell phone still works in > spite of being thrown onto the floor under the front seat from my bag > in the right seat, haven't tried the computer yet, but the bag was > still on the front seat where I left it. > > I ended up pointing straight south rolling down the median from going > straight east, no skid marks other than my tires going sideways, I > don't think he ever touched the brakes. Other driver was fine, airbags > went off, so that's good (although I'm NOT pleased at my car being > wiped). Not a good feeling to look up and see a vehicle speeding > toward you less than 6 ft away and thinking, oh s this is gonna be > bad. > > Didn't even black out, didn't hit my head, didn't bang my hip, knee, or > feet. > > I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a pain > as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, finally > fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. > > What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. > > Peter > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 87 300D did it's job, RIP
Dingdong in JE Sheckel service van blew at red light on the highway this morning about 7:30 and totaled my 300D. Hit the front door as I drove across the highway doing about 60, wasn't watching the road (duh). I got away with some glass embedded in my left arm (gotta go have that dug out in the next day or to, I think) and some very sore ribs. Didn't break the fountain pens in my front pocket or bend up my reading glasses. Dash is completely crushed, had to break out the climate control pushbutton unit and drive the side back to get the glove box open (my brother did, I'm not able!) to get my stuff out, like the spare set of rear pads I've not gotten around to getting installed. A helpful passerby found some long needlenose pliers (probably off the Sheckel van) and turned the engine off, it was running about half throttle and boiling (no radiator cap to keep the pressure off the cracked head). The keys are about 6" inside the dash now, it's that badly crushed. Climate control split in half and folded up, center vent crunched, what a mess. Front doorpost is pushed in at least 18", tire is lying over at 45 degrees or more (lower control arm not bent much if at all), door is pushed in at least a foot. Windshield is busted, floor pan is VERY narrow, console cover is torn up and shoved up 6" or so. I unbuckled and climbed out the passenger side. Other than the punch in the ribs I'm fine, got a cut from my exploded coffee cup that flew out of my carrier bag. Cell phone still works in spite of being thrown onto the floor under the front seat from my bag in the right seat, haven't tried the computer yet, but the bag was still on the front seat where I left it. I ended up pointing straight south rolling down the median from going straight east, no skid marks other than my tires going sideways, I don't think he ever touched the brakes. Other driver was fine, airbags went off, so that's good (although I'm NOT pleased at my car being wiped). Not a good feeling to look up and see a vehicle speeding toward you less than 6 ft away and thinking, oh s this is gonna be bad. Didn't even black out, didn't hit my head, didn't bang my hip, knee, or feet. I feel much better about my mother driving a 300 TE, as much of a pain as it has been keeping it running nicely (idle and AC problems, finally fixed). At least if she gets slammed she is unlikely to be hurt. What a car! Now I gotta find another one.. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Odd rear diff cover?
I understand those aspects, but it is still curious to me why the diff cover and diff housing are different profiles. Perhaps the diff is a "universal" design and the covers/mounts are the variable part, or maybe the other way around. --R Tom Hargrave wrote: > It's not a mis-match, it's designed that way. The differential is tied > to the driveline. The rear cover is also the differential mount, which > is tied to the body. You can have several differential / cover > match-ups. > > Tom > www.kegkits.com > > Original Message > From: Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: 09/25/07 10:02 AM > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Odd rear diff cover? > -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= > I feel much better now, but now I wonder why the Benz engineers would > allow such a thing to leave the factory with such an obvious mismatch? > Ist not ordnung! > > --R > > Jim Cathey wrote: > >>> Was replacing Brunnhilde's axles and noticed that the diff cover does >>> not match exactly the diff housing -- there are 2 bolt holes in the >>> housing that the cover does not have, and the cover sorta misses >>> > those > >>> areas a bit. Would this be as intended, or might Brunnhilde have an >>> odd >>> diff cover? >>> >>> >> Normal. >> >> -- 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 > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Odd rear diff cover?
It's not a mis-match, it's designed that way. The differential is tied to the driveline. The rear cover is also the differential mount, which is tied to the body. You can have several differential / cover match-ups. Tom www.kegkits.com Original Message From: Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: 09/25/07 10:02 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Odd rear diff cover? -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= I feel much better now, but now I wonder why the Benz engineers would allow such a thing to leave the factory with such an obvious mismatch? Ist not ordnung! --R Jim Cathey wrote: >> Was replacing Brunnhilde's axles and noticed that the diff cover does >> not match exactly the diff housing -- there are 2 bolt holes in the >> housing that the cover does not have, and the cover sorta misses those >> areas a bit. Would this be as intended, or might Brunnhilde have an >> odd >> diff cover? >> > > Normal. > > -- 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Early Fall CL cars
On 9/24/07, Redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/427431824.html -- 86 SDL $3500 That looks like a nice one with the recent tranny and head (assuming the latter is a casting >#14). Normal people will be scared off by the high miles, leading to a bargain for us diesel weirdos. What I really need is a white-on-gray '87 300D (or 300E if it's cheap enough) parts car, though. Alex Chamberlain '87 300D Turbo et al. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1996 W210 E300D Diesel leak
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1996 W210 E300D Diesel leak To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 VIK MOMJIAN wrote: <> Vik: I guess you are talking about the pump end of the injection lines. I've been fortunate enough to have never had that problem. My 606 engines are in the last 124 body series. One copy has >360,000 mi, and the other has about 162,000 mi. Ned Kleinhenz '95 E300D x2 '85 300D '80 300TD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Nomination for eBay's idiot of the week
V Layton wrote: >well I couldn't proofread it even one more time without my eyes crossing This might have something to do with the all caps thing. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 126 PS Fluid leak--Help
Folks: My '82 300SD is dripping a bit of PS fluid. It seems to be coming from the bottom of the PS pump. lines appear OK. I know it's from there, not the trans, as the PS reservoir level drops along with the leak. At first is was pretty bad--fair-sized stain under the car. Now the stains are smaller, and PS fluid consumption has gone down, but it's still there. I was hoping it was a leaking line, but doesn't appear to be, and the unions appear tight and dry. What's the prognosis/cure/cost? Car has 194k on it. PS works fine, groans a little if I let the fluid get too low, but that only happened twice and was promptly corrected. Fluid (Dextron III) is clean and clear, was recently changed, with a new PS filter installed. Thanks in advance! Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Odd rear diff cover?
I feel much better now, but now I wonder why the Benz engineers would allow such a thing to leave the factory with such an obvious mismatch? Ist not ordnung! --R Jim Cathey wrote: >> Was replacing Brunnhilde's axles and noticed that the diff cover does >> not match exactly the diff housing -- there are 2 bolt holes in the >> housing that the cover does not have, and the cover sorta misses those >> areas a bit. Would this be as intended, or might Brunnhilde have an >> odd >> diff cover? >> > > Normal. > > -- 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] 1996 W210 E300D Diesel leak
Thanks Ned , I had planned to replace those anyway, but I'm seeing the leak originating from the top of the IP where the metal lines connect. Do any of yours leak from there? How many miles do yours have? Mine has 197200 miles. Thanks again for the response. VIK MOMJIAN ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Nomination for eBay's idiot of the week
Well I'd say all those are fair comments, I admit I was lazy with the cap lock thing, and as far as spelling, well I couldn't proofread it even one more time without my eyes crossing, it is too long to work it out and as it was it was late at night and I just couldn't put it off another day. I don't think the spelling errors per capita are so bad I'll be very surprised if it sells, too, but like I said, what the hell. Might be worth the publicity stunt...will be interesting to watch. Thanks + Regards, Vince Club 123D President http://www.club123d.org If you recieved this e-mail in error or would like stop recieving e-mails from this address, please reply to this message saying so, and you will be removed from our address book. __ From: Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Nomination for eBay's idiot of the week Date: Tue, 25 Sep 2007 08:05:46 -0500 >Firefox has spell check too. > >--R > >Allan Streib wrote: > > "V Layton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > > > > > >> 1. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982-300D-Very-Clean-250-NEW-Parts-Under-1y -WARRANTY_W0QQitemZ320162514416QQihZ011QQcategoryZ6330QQssPageNameZWDVWQQr dZ1QQcmdZViewItem > >> > > > > Um you had your caps-lock key on when you wrote that listing. > > Seriosuly -- makes for very difficult reading. I stopped after the > > first paragraph. > > > > >___ >http://www.okiebenz.com >For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ >For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > >To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: >http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com _ [1]Discover sweet stuff waiting for you at the Messenger Cafe. Claim your treat today! References 1. http://g.msn.com/8HMBENUS/2743??PS=47575 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] OM603 Engine Vibration
The easy test is to disconnect the prop shaft and then put the car in gear, if you still have a vibration then you know it is forward of the prop shaft. Peter Merle wrote: > Mine has the 5 speed manual tranny. I still am suspecting the "missing" > propshaft vibration damper. > PEter > > > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] OM603 Engine Vibration
There could theoretically be a problem where pulsating torque sets up a resonance on the clutch plate springs ( together with the rotational inertia of the drivetrain ) without the clutch plate actually slipping??? Peter -Original Message- From: Peter Merle Sent: 25 September 2007 16:05 To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration Off course! Bit of brain fade kicked in there . PEter -Original Message- From: Jim Cathey [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 25 September 2007 15:38 To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration > the vibration/resonance is still there. Could this be due [to] a > faulty clutch plate ? Where the torsional springs resonate? I don't see how. Once the clutch is engaged the entire thing is a solid rotating mass. Unless it's slipping. -- 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 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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: 5kW Chinese Genset
With only a little prying with a pair of screwdrivers, and 'biting' at it with some pliers, I was able to completely expose the bottom of the regulator's PCB. Big chunks of the potting material peeled up. Some of the solder mask came up with it, but otherwise no harm that I could tell. There is what looks to be a blown trace over at the excitation winding input area, I couldn't find any trace of the missing copper stuck to the removed potting material. That'd do it! I'll need to figure out why it blew, however. The potting material is somewhat brittle and can probably be chipped away with patience. Even without exposing the component side I should be able to do at least some circuit tracing. -- 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] OM603 Engine Vibration
Mine has the 5 speed manual tranny. I still am suspecting the "missing" propshaft vibration damper. PEter -Original Message- From: Tom Hargrave [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 25 September 2007 15:51 To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration If it's a hard knock at some speeds but goes away under load then the issue could be the flex plate that is between the flywheel & torque converter. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peter Merle Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 8:19 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration Having replaced the engine and gearbox mounts ( one mount was faulty - oil leaking out of it ) the vibration/resonance is still there. Could this be due a faulty clutch plate ? Where the torsional springs resonate? I'm at a loss to find the cause of the annoying resonance! PEter My New W124 300D non turbo exhibits strong vibration from idle to 1600 rpm when engine is slightly loaded. Does not do this when out of gear and you rev vehicle . It is rpm related and not road speed related . It sounds a bit like an engine is labouring . Is this normal? ( BTW my OM617's don't do this ) What could cause this ? What I could come up with is possibly a loose front vibration damper? PEter __ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] OM603 Engine Vibration
Off course! Bit of brain fade kicked in there . PEter -Original Message- From: Jim Cathey [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 25 September 2007 15:38 To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration > the vibration/resonance is still there. Could this be due [to] a > faulty clutch plate ? Where the torsional springs resonate? I don't see how. Once the clutch is engaged the entire thing is a solid rotating mass. Unless it's slipping. -- 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] OM603 Engine Vibration
If it's a hard knock at some speeds but goes away under load then the issue could be the flex plate that is between the flywheel & torque converter. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Peter Merle Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 8:19 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration Having replaced the engine and gearbox mounts ( one mount was faulty - oil leaking out of it ) the vibration/resonance is still there. Could this be due a faulty clutch plate ? Where the torsional springs resonate? I'm at a loss to find the cause of the annoying resonance! PEter My New W124 300D non turbo exhibits strong vibration from idle to 1600 rpm when engine is slightly loaded. Does not do this when out of gear and you rev vehicle . It is rpm related and not road speed related . It sounds a bit like an engine is labouring . Is this normal? ( BTW my OM617's don't do this ) What could cause this ? What I could come up with is possibly a loose front vibration damper? PEter __ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Odd rear diff cover?
> Was replacing Brunnhilde's axles and noticed that the diff cover does > not match exactly the diff housing -- there are 2 bolt holes in the > housing that the cover does not have, and the cover sorta misses those > areas a bit. Would this be as intended, or might Brunnhilde have an > odd > diff cover? Normal. -- 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] OM603 Engine Vibration
> the vibration/resonance is still there. Could this be due > [to] a faulty clutch plate ? Where the torsional springs > resonate? I don't see how. Once the clutch is engaged the entire thing is a solid rotating mass. Unless it's slipping. -- 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] Odd rear diff cover?
Was replacing Brunnhilde's axles and noticed that the diff cover does not match exactly the diff housing -- there are 2 bolt holes in the housing that the cover does not have, and the cover sorta misses those areas a bit. Would this be as intended, or might Brunnhilde have an odd diff cover? --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OM603 Engine Vibration
Having replaced the engine and gearbox mounts ( one mount was faulty - oil leaking out of it ) the vibration/resonance is still there. Could this be due a faulty clutch plate ? Where the torsional springs resonate? I'm at a loss to find the cause of the annoying resonance! PEter My New W124 300D non turbo exhibits strong vibration from idle to 1600 rpm when engine is slightly loaded. Does not do this when out of gear and you rev vehicle . It is rpm related and not road speed related . It sounds a bit like an engine is labouring . Is this normal? ( BTW my OM617's don't do this ) What could cause this ? What I could come up with is possibly a loose front vibration damper? PEter __ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Nomination for eBay's idiot of the week
Firefox has spell check too. --R Allan Streib wrote: > "V Layton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > > >> 1. >> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982-300D-Very-Clean-250-NEW-Parts-Under-1y-WARRANTY_W0QQitemZ320162514416QQihZ011QQcategoryZ6330QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem >> > > Um you had your caps-lock key on when you wrote that listing. > Seriosuly -- makes for very difficult reading. I stopped after the > first paragraph. > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Early Fall CL cars
Uh huh, I understand. --R Redghost wrote: > http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/426951063.html -- 83 SD > > > I own an automotive repair business in Edmonds and a car dealer permit.I'm > not in the car business. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Nomination for eBay's idiot of the week
"V Layton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > 1. > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982-300D-Very-Clean-250-NEW-Parts-Under-1y-WARRANTY_W0QQitemZ320162514416QQihZ011QQcategoryZ6330QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Um you had your caps-lock key on when you wrote that listing. Seriosuly -- makes for very difficult reading. I stopped after the first paragraph. -- 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] Early Fall CL cars
http://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/car/430874085.html -- Issetta $10k THis one Has a new Transmition And you can trade a spite For it. --R Redghost wrote: > Figure it is time to share some more of the tri star cars with the > rest of you. Delete as needed > > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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's it worth?
unless you get good used ones, then its MUCH cheaper --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: "Dwight E. Giles, Jr" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Mercedes Discussion List'" Sent: Monday, September 24, 2007 8:06 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] What's it worth? > Steve, > About &300 for frame, about 100 for contoured pad (needed IMHO) and labor. > IN my case labor was only 100 because my upholstery man owns 123's and had > done them before. Fro me it was 500 dollar bill. > But the best thing I ever did on my 123 240D. > Dwight > > Dwight E. Giles, Jr. > 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles (FOR SALE) > 1990 300D 2.5t 150K miles > Wickford, RI > > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > On Behalf Of Steve Morris > Sent: Monday, September 24, 2007 3:44 PM > To: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Subject: [MBZ] What's it worth? > > Randy, > I'm new to this list but wondered how hard it was to redo the bottom > part of the seat on the 123. The leather on my 85 is in great shape > but the bottom cushion is flat. Just remove the entire seat from the > car and then stretch to leather cover off of the bottom frame? > Thanks for any insight. > > Steve > > 85 300D - 187,000 > 83 300 SD - 78,000 > 71 MGB - 55,000 > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] 190D manny
> > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-190-Series-1987-Mercedes-190D-Diesel-2-5-with-Rare-5-speed-Manual_W0QQitemZ220153666396QQihZ012QQcategoryZ6328QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem > -- > Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK With SAAB seats? The whole interior is a Frankenstein exercise- thankfully, no shag carpet. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.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] Nomination for eBay's idiot of the week
> ... sage counsel and frank opinion might be come of it. Sounds a little like what I tend to do, but actually spending money on it and doing it right. My guess is that you won't get any takers, there are _very_ few who would buy a 'new' old car. -- 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] Early Fall CL cars
> http://seattle.craigslist.org/skc/car/430156238.html -- IDIOT So why no pictures I wonder? I'm guessing it doesn't look so good! > http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/car/428800601.html --Cathey project Yeah, just another piece of yard art. That pretty much describes things around here already! > Really wonder why there are so many SL on the market. I'm convinced it's the gas prices. -- 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
