Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
Headlamp wipers were removed; PO had installed Euro headlights, mixed set of Bosch and Hella, and used wipers that didn't really fit right but he kludged them in. I struggled with keeping them properly aligned, and when I installed two new headlights from Rusty, found the issue when I tried to move the wiper motors. The shafts at too long, requiring a spacer on the shaft to move the motor back, which moves the motor out of reach of the tab-stop that keeps the motor from rotating when the wipers encounter resistance. I have not had time to make a proper spacer and figure out a good solution to keeping the motors from rotating. I'm tempted to get the hood nozzle fittings for the windshield washer from pick-n-pull, and mount those below the headlights so I only get the fluid squirting action to clean the lights. Might be easier than motor/wiper/fluid set-up, and lighter too. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 9:12 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; Interesting pair of white 124s. Max, your headlamp wipers fell off. Wilton needs to detail his wheels or quit calling the car 'showroom condition'. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Swapping a 5spd into my 87 300D
On his forum he said he was sore all over and needed to do some drive-shaft adaptation, so I'd guess it fit in there! Walt On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 7:31 AM, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: Rolf, How did it go? Is this swap into a diesel engine car? -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rolf Sent: Friday, November 05, 2010 10:39 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Swapping a 5spd into my 87 300D If all goes well and Rusty comes through on some parts I will be swapping out my leaky auto for a 5spd manual. Hopefully I can do it in a day I'll have 2 sets of helping hands in theory. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Swapping a 5spd into my 87 300D
Rolf, How did it go? Is this swap into a diesel engine car? -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rolf Sent: Friday, November 05, 2010 10:39 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Swapping a 5spd into my 87 300D If all goes well and Rusty comes through on some parts I will be swapping out my leaky auto for a 5spd manual. Hopefully I can do it in a day I'll have 2 sets of helping hands in theory. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OM617 - Identifying real crank position
I'm with Peter on this one. First chain replacement I ever did was on almost the same engine (OM617.912) and I also managed to skip a tooth, but checked my work, found the problem, and corrected it. If you don't want to pull the pre-chamber (I didn't either), I think you'll have to determine skip or not skip by experimentation. Rotate the engine through several complete revolutions by hand to make sure there's no piston/valve interference, button up and drive the car and judge the power output. If not satisfactory, move chain one tooth on camshaft gear, verify no interference between pistons/valves, then check the power output for improvement. Decide which position is better. I'll bet that your harmonic balancer is fine and is reading true. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Peter Frederick Sent: Friday, November 05, 2010 8:24 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM617 - Identifying real crank position Yes, you can remove the bottom oil pan. Messy, but should work. You can also pull the #1 prechamber and use something like a coat hanger wire to determine when the piston is at TDC. Even just pulling the injector or glow plug should let you know if you are close. Stops blowing and starts sucking in air at TDC on the compression stroke. Or you can assume you have jumped a tooth, which is rather common -- I've done it twice. I believe they are 13 degrees each, so it ads up pretty well, and you would be within 2 degrees if you move the cam sprocket. It will run just fine, although low on power with the cam 15 degrees late. 15 advance and the pistons hit the valves. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OM617 - Identifying real crank position
There is always option C. Removing the cam lobes/retaining nut/spring on number one and rotating engine until the valves dont drop in the engine... I would take this over pulling prechambers any day... -Rolf On 11/09/2010 07:47 AM, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: I'm with Peter on this one. First chain replacement I ever did was on almost the same engine (OM617.912) and I also managed to skip a tooth, but checked my work, found the problem, and corrected it. If you don't want to pull the pre-chamber (I didn't either), I think you'll have to determine skip or not skip by experimentation. Rotate the engine through several complete revolutions by hand to make sure there's no piston/valve interference, button up and drive the car and judge the power output. If not satisfactory, move chain one tooth on camshaft gear, verify no interference between pistons/valves, then check the power output for improvement. Decide which position is better. I'll bet that your harmonic balancer is fine and is reading true. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Peter Frederick Sent: Friday, November 05, 2010 8:24 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM617 - Identifying real crank position Yes, you can remove the bottom oil pan. Messy, but should work. You can also pull the #1 prechamber and use something like a coat hanger wire to determine when the piston is at TDC. Even just pulling the injector or glow plug should let you know if you are close. Stops blowing and starts sucking in air at TDC on the compression stroke. Or you can assume you have jumped a tooth, which is rather common -- I've done it twice. I believe they are 13 degrees each, so it ads up pretty well, and you would be within 2 degrees if you move the cam sprocket. It will run just fine, although low on power with the cam 15 degrees late. 15 advance and the pistons hit the valves. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Swapping a 5spd into my 87 300D
Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Rolf, How did it go? Is this swap into a diesel engine car? Subject line says 87 300D. Now he just needs an intercooler, a variable turbo, and more fuel. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W126 Euro headlights?
I went ahead and installed heavier wiring and the relay kit so that I can run the 100/130 Narva H4 bulbs. I did the same kind of thing on the 450 SL. Called 'em Deerslayers. Not too expensive, the Hela lamps were the big part. Got the 100W bulbs at NAPA, ask for motorcycle bulbs. http://userweb.windwireless.net/~jimc/JSLlights.html -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Inspiration
Wilton - you're way ahead of me. Since I have the '95 'project' occupying one garage space, my wagon has been parked outside under an oak tree; the sap, leaves, acorns, etc take their toll, and I've only been able to wash/wax the car twice this year. I insisted on taking the time to wash/wax just before this trip, knowing that a dirty car on such a long trip would drive me nuts not to mention embarrassment if I happened to meet up with a fellow MB enthusiast along the way. Sadly the car may not get such attention for another six months or so. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 1:43 PM To: mercedes list Subject: [MBZ] Inspiration Nice visit with Max and his family yesterday inspired/shamed me to take better care of the paint on my arctic white, nearly-showroom 87 300D. I was a bit embarrassed for them to see it in dire need of a proper cleaning and waxing. Yes, I've been a back-slider. 'Been running it through carwash and wiping it down with towel afterward, but I haven't really cleaned and waxed it properly in the 6+ years I've had it, so, though the paint still has no nicks, gouges, scratches, dents, dings, rust, etc., it has been looking quite flat for too long. I've spent about three hours so far today working on the rear section from rear doors aft; all of that area is now pristine and glistening - even the six years of exhaust film across the back has been removed (again, this is a WHITE car), and that area is white again - not light grey. I can get to much of it sitting on my walker; 'have to stand only to get to the higher horizontal surfaces and can touch or lean against the car for more stability. BTW, 'discovered a neat trick to keep white cleaner/wax film off the black trim areas; painters blue masking tape on those areas works beautifully. 'Had the roll of tape in the trunk after painting a small area on the left rear door of the black 350SDL coupla weeks ago. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OM617 - Identifying real crank position
Rolf wrote: There is always option C. Removing the cam lobes/retaining nut/spring on number one and rotating engine until the valves dont drop in the engine... I would take this over pulling prechambers any day... I'd pull #1 glow plug, fit a hose to the glow plug hole, and fill the cylinder with oil near TDC. When you find the point at which the most oil is pushed out the hose, you should be within one degree of TDC. Just leave the GP out until after you start the engine for the first time, to blow out the oil. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
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Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
Wilton and I also commented on that; both pin striping colors match the interior colors (maroon for Wilton, blue for me). Mine is in pretty shabby shape, and I'm tempted to try to remove it but would probably not be too happy with the end result. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of E M Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Nice cars gents. Interesting, I notice pin-striping on both cars. A neighbour brought her 420 SEL up here a few years ago, when she moved from the US. I had pin-striping too. Was this a factory thing in the US? I don't think I've even seen a Mercedes in a Canadian showroom, new or older models, with pin-stripes. Ed 300E no pin stripes. On 9 November 2010 08:10, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: I've had very good luck following a fast runner about 300 or 400 yards back, so they absorb the ticket but I can react to their sudden braking and slow down without getting attention from the law. Haven't had a ticket since about 1989. NC and VA and WDC, on the other hand, are usually heavily enforced and I watch the speed very closely in those states. Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; a beautiful blond urchin in pajamas (picture 2) insisted on asking for a ride in my sexy wagon, and my Wife let her in! Wilton was jealous - he needs to get a wagon too I think. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch So you lucked out and SCHP missed a good chance to replenish their coffers? ;))) 'Glad to know you made it home safely. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch I'll get the photos and share soon - need to pry SWMBO's blackberry from her hands for a few minutes to download those pix and probably thousands of others that also need to be backed up. Much thanks to Wilton for the invite AND picking up the tab. Was a very nice break during the 540 mile trip, great to finally meet another dieselitus maximitus sufferer, we took our time for the rest of the trip and rolled into the home driveway at about 10 p.m. I did indulge in a little fast driving on '95 in South Carolina; a very nice W140 and a R129 cruised by at about 90 mph, and I just couldn't hold my wagon back. We briefly exceed 100 in a very nice formation, all the rice burners fell away, then after 30 minutes or so the R129 and I had had enough and the S-class faded away in the distance. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Max likely will; they're in his camera. BTW, thanks for your help in steering him to a tire shop; 'found bad tire; 'installed spare after resisting sales pitches; 'driving smoothly when they came through here. Wilton - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Any chance you could post a link to these historic photos? On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 4:45 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Sounds great Wilton. Wish there were a few more Benz guys, to chat cars with over lunch around here. I stopped for coffee today, and parked beside a new black 550 CL. What a great looking car it was, and the panel and trim fit was something to behold. If anyone does it better, I have yet to see it, and I've seen pretty much everything. It was nice to enjoy the view, and dream a bit over coffee today. :-) Ed 300E On 5 November 2010 16:25, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: 'Just spent a very enjoyable and short coupla hours and lunch with Max Dillon and his beautiful SWMBO and 4-year-old daughter at a Cracker Barrel Restaurant just off I-95 near Wilson, NC. 'Also admired his 87 300TD (332 kmi). His SWMBO got 3 or 4 photos of us with our respective nearly twin Arctic White TD and 300D. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
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Re: [MBZ] Swapping a 5spd into my 87 300D
Pretty much. And rebuild the rear end. And a new head heheheh. Can't wait to take it out to Road Atlanta and see what the top speed is... -Rolf On 11/09/2010 09:07 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Rolf, How did it go? Is this swap into a diesel engine car? Subject line says 87 300D. Now he just needs an intercooler, a variable turbo, and more fuel. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Was ADHD Now Time
True, but fire and bottled light don't affect my internal clock much, it still syncs to the outside. Tubed light does mess with my internal clock (and not in good ways at all); gotta love schedule inversions... -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Nov 8, 2010, at 22:01, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Mon, 8 Nov 2010 19:50:46 -0600 OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: Or just forget the clock - go to work after the sun rises, and get home before it sets -- seems that how life used to be? Maybe a LONG time ago, but since the advent of artificial light from candles and oil lamps and such, not so much. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
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Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz technical assistance 2006 Dodge Sprinter 2.7 litre diesel
Really sounds like a failure to properly secure the oil filter cover. Could he install old filter cover, torque to factory specification using factory tool, and then start the engine to see if it leaks? I'm wondering if the inner tube did fail, if the resulting flow of oil would result in lack of lubrication to a critical part of the engine, which then caused enough damage to leak oil so that it appeared that the leak was at the oil filter cover? Seems a reach. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Craig Sent: Sunday, November 07, 2010 5:17 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz technical assistance 2006 Dodge Sprinter 2.7 litre diesel On Sun, 7 Nov 2010 08:09:28 -0800 (PST) LWB250 lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: Here's a link to the full size photos: http://gallery.me.com/dpenoff#100266 He has not gotten to see the engine, as it has already been repaired, That's unfortunate. Hard to tell what went on after someone has messed with it, let alone repairing all the damage. but the claimant says that the oil filter cover failed and as a result the oil was forced out of the engine. The pictures linked above show the original oil filter cover and filter, along with a current part, which is obviously redesigned to eliminate the ringed yellow part. There is no indication of a failure of the cover or O ring sealing it. What if the cover were not tightened down? If the oil ring were not sealing, a lot of oil could leak out quickly, leading to the type of problem described. The breakage of the yellow part would be incidental to the cause of failure, which would be incorrect servicing of the engine. That being said, from my inspection it appears that even had this center tube failed, there would be no loss of oil, it would simply fail to be forced through the filter medium and go back into the housing and return to the engine. Agreed. If anyone has any experience with these engines and has any insight into this filter assembly it would be welcome. None, sorry. I am going to contact my parts buddy at the local dealership on Monday with the old and current part numbers to see if there has been any service bulletins or other documentation that would indicate why the redesign took place. That is a good idea. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; Interesting pair of white 124s. Max, your headlamp wipers fell off. Wilton needs to detail his wheels or quit calling the car 'showroom condition'. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Swapping a 5spd into my 87 300D
Difficult. It always is the first time... Took three hours to get the top bolt off the trans on Sat and by the end of it I was out of steam for bench pressing the trans into place. I had to adapt a clutch alignment tool from a 200sx one I had laying around and didnt manage to get it quite right... None of my helpers showed up on Sunday (their women had other plans for them) and I ended up putting the trans in by my self. Even after I finally got it in I managed to pinch the sound deadening material at the top, all bolts had to come loose again to pull that out. The DS was an issue, the 87 300d as the larger yoke and flex disks. I was dismayed to find this as I pulled the back half of the donor shaft from another 300. Last night I picked up the shaft from the shop. I had to pull the pedal assembly half off again to get the feed line from the reservoir back in. Then after I was done bleeding the clutch, it felt like some air was in there so I bled again and the hose popped off. Bled more and still pedal to floor, finally I zip tied the ends of the hose on the nipples and got it bled properly. Around 2am I took the maiden voyage. Completely different than my W123. I am so used to the gwagen clutch setup I have in there, this totally feels like a 240d clutch on a 617. Also the clutch pedal sits super high and the sweet spot is 1 or so from the top. I don't remember seeing the gasket on the slave cylinder which may account for it being so high, the friction disk was almost new. One thing I can say is that the rear end suspension RELLY needs work now :D -Rolf ps- and yes its a diesel, On 11/09/2010 07:31 AM, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Rolf, How did it go? Is this swap into a diesel engine car? -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rolf Sent: Friday, November 05, 2010 10:39 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Swapping a 5spd into my 87 300D If all goes well and Rusty comes through on some parts I will be swapping out my leaky auto for a 5spd manual. Hopefully I can do it in a day I'll have 2 sets of helping hands in theory. -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
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Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz technical assistance 2006 Dodge Sprinter 2.7 litre diesel
If the center tube fails in such a way as to render the seal between the lower full flow filter and the upper bypass section ineffective, the oil will short-circuit back to the oil pan, resulting in low or non-existent oil pressure. That will wreck the engine in short order. There will be no external leakage. I'm not familiar with that particular part, but I do know that careless installation can dislodge the seal between the parts of the oil filter on other Benz diesels. Peter On Nov 9, 2010, at 9:35 AM, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN- ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Really sounds like a failure to properly secure the oil filter cover. Could he install old filter cover, torque to factory specification using factory tool, and then start the engine to see if it leaks? I'm wondering if the inner tube did fail, if the resulting flow of oil would result in lack of lubrication to a critical part of the engine, which then caused enough damage to leak oil so that it appeared that the leak was at the oil filter cover? Seems a reach. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Craig Sent: Sunday, November 07, 2010 5:17 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Mercedes Benz technical assistance 2006 Dodge Sprinter 2.7 litre diesel On Sun, 7 Nov 2010 08:09:28 -0800 (PST) LWB250 lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: Here's a link to the full size photos: http://gallery.me.com/dpenoff#100266 He has not gotten to see the engine, as it has already been repaired, That's unfortunate. Hard to tell what went on after someone has messed with it, let alone repairing all the damage. but the claimant says that the oil filter cover failed and as a result the oil was forced out of the engine. The pictures linked above show the original oil filter cover and filter, along with a current part, which is obviously redesigned to eliminate the ringed yellow part. There is no indication of a failure of the cover or O ring sealing it. What if the cover were not tightened down? If the oil ring were not sealing, a lot of oil could leak out quickly, leading to the type of problem described. The breakage of the yellow part would be incidental to the cause of failure, which would be incorrect servicing of the engine. That being said, from my inspection it appears that even had this center tube failed, there would be no loss of oil, it would simply fail to be forced through the filter medium and go back into the housing and return to the engine. Agreed. If anyone has any experience with these engines and has any insight into this filter assembly it would be welcome. None, sorry. I am going to contact my parts buddy at the local dealership on Monday with the old and current part numbers to see if there has been any service bulletins or other documentation that would indicate why the redesign took place. That is a good idea. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W126 Euro headlights?
'Put 7 dia. Hellas on my 81 300D years ago. They threw so much light out front first time I turned 'em on I thought I felt some rearward thrust. ;)) Wilton - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:20 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] W126 Euro headlights? I went ahead and installed heavier wiring and the relay kit so that I can run the 100/130 Narva H4 bulbs. I did the same kind of thing on the 450 SL. Called 'em Deerslayers. Not too expensive, the Hela lamps were the big part. Got the 100W bulbs at NAPA, ask for motorcycle bulbs. http://userweb.windwireless.net/~jimc/JSLlights.html -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] I wonder what this gem is...
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Re: [MBZ] Inspiration
Your wagon looked good to me. Don't forget, we're all sinners in some way. BTW, Ed mention the maple leaves on his coupla days ago; it's oak leaves, acorns and bird doo (especially the doo) that keep me upset. 'Really amazing how fast that stuff can eat through paint. 'Really miss my nice, roomy, enclosed garage at the place I designed and built when our Uncle brought me here 31+ years ago. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 8:20 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Inspiration Wilton - you're way ahead of me. Since I have the '95 'project' occupying one garage space, my wagon has been parked outside under an oak tree; the sap, leaves, acorns, etc take their toll, and I've only been able to wash/wax the car twice this year. I insisted on taking the time to wash/wax just before this trip, knowing that a dirty car on such a long trip would drive me nuts not to mention embarrassment if I happened to meet up with a fellow MB enthusiast along the way. Sadly the car may not get such attention for another six months or so. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 1:43 PM To: mercedes list Subject: [MBZ] Inspiration Nice visit with Max and his family yesterday inspired/shamed me to take better care of the paint on my arctic white, nearly-showroom 87 300D. I was a bit embarrassed for them to see it in dire need of a proper cleaning and waxing. Yes, I've been a back-slider. 'Been running it through carwash and wiping it down with towel afterward, but I haven't really cleaned and waxed it properly in the 6+ years I've had it, so, though the paint still has no nicks, gouges, scratches, dents, dings, rust, etc., it has been looking quite flat for too long. I've spent about three hours so far today working on the rear section from rear doors aft; all of that area is now pristine and glistening - even the six years of exhaust film across the back has been removed (again, this is a WHITE car), and that area is white again - not light grey. I can get to much of it sitting on my walker; 'have to stand only to get to the higher horizontal surfaces and can touch or lean against the car for more stability. BTW, 'discovered a neat trick to keep white cleaner/wax film off the black trim areas; painters blue masking tape on those areas works beautifully. 'Had the roll of tape in the trunk after painting a small area on the left rear door of the black 350SDL coupla weeks ago. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
No, I've been say nearly showroom for quite some time - that's one of the not showroom items. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 9:11 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; Interesting pair of white 124s. Max, your headlamp wipers fell off. Wilton needs to detail his wheels or quit calling the car 'showroom condition'. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Was ADHD Now Time
During 24-hour daylight in Greenland, I had to blackout my bedroom windows with draperies and a blanket to make myself think it was dark outside. 'Went out alone many times at 1, 2, etc., AM to scout around, photograph, etc., base and surrounding area. Wilton - Original Message - From: John Reames jwrea...@comcast.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 8:32 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Was ADHD Now Time True, but fire and bottled light don't affect my internal clock much, it still syncs to the outside. Tubed light does mess with my internal clock (and not in good ways at all); gotta love schedule inversions... -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Nov 8, 2010, at 22:01, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Mon, 8 Nov 2010 19:50:46 -0600 OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: Or just forget the clock - go to work after the sun rises, and get home before it sets -- seems that how life used to be? Maybe a LONG time ago, but since the advent of artificial light from candles and oil lamps and such, not so much. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Real flying
Go ahead; just write check. ;)) Wilton - Original Message - From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, November 08, 2010 9:56 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Real flying Camera clamped to a wing strut? I have remote S/W for my Nikon - I hope to be able to clamp it outside an airplane, and use a tablet PC as the view finder - snapping pictures at my leasure from the inside of the cabin. Of course, I need an airplane now --- On Mon, Nov 8, 2010 at 8:47 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Mon, 8 Nov 2010 19:46:36 EST relng...@aol.com wrote: OK. But the camera is outside the passenger compartment, and the left hand in the picture definitely seems to be flying the plane. How dey do dat? Craig -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Inspiration
'Had IVIG treatment at hospital yesterday morning. 'Worked on car left side and front clip yesterday afternoon. 'Coming along slowly. 'Sure looks good all clean and shiny. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 8:20 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Inspiration Wilton - you're way ahead of me. Since I have the '95 'project' occupying one garage space, my wagon has been parked outside under an oak tree; the sap, leaves, acorns, etc take their toll, and I've only been able to wash/wax the car twice this year. I insisted on taking the time to wash/wax just before this trip, knowing that a dirty car on such a long trip would drive me nuts not to mention embarrassment if I happened to meet up with a fellow MB enthusiast along the way. Sadly the car may not get such attention for another six months or so. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 1:43 PM To: mercedes list Subject: [MBZ] Inspiration Nice visit with Max and his family yesterday inspired/shamed me to take better care of the paint on my arctic white, nearly-showroom 87 300D. I was a bit embarrassed for them to see it in dire need of a proper cleaning and waxing. Yes, I've been a back-slider. 'Been running it through carwash and wiping it down with towel afterward, but I haven't really cleaned and waxed it properly in the 6+ years I've had it, so, though the paint still has no nicks, gouges, scratches, dents, dings, rust, etc., it has been looking quite flat for too long. I've spent about three hours so far today working on the rear section from rear doors aft; all of that area is now pristine and glistening - even the six years of exhaust film across the back has been removed (again, this is a WHITE car), and that area is white again - not light grey. I can get to much of it sitting on my walker; 'have to stand only to get to the higher horizontal surfaces and can touch or lean against the car for more stability. BTW, 'discovered a neat trick to keep white cleaner/wax film off the black trim areas; painters blue masking tape on those areas works beautifully. 'Had the roll of tape in the trunk after painting a small area on the left rear door of the black 350SDL coupla weeks ago. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I wonder what this gem is...
Rolf wrote: http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/2050541693.html 240D? 280E? Grey market 300D or 230E? Can you trace the part number on the speedometer to a particular model? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I wonder what this gem is...
European 300D, velour interior, missing grill bars, needs paint from fenders back. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: Rolf r...@winmutt.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:50 AM Subject: [MBZ] I wonder what this gem is... http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/2050541693.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I wonder what this gem is...
Rusty Cullens wrote: European 300D, velour interior, missing grill bars, needs paint from fenders back. Your car or Tom's? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I wonder what this gem is...
Neither, but I wouldn't mind having it if the price were right. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 11:44 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] I wonder what this gem is... Rusty Cullens wrote: European 300D, velour interior, missing grill bars, needs paint from fenders back. Your car or Tom's? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W126 Euro headlights?
I keep seeing references to fuses and headlights. Is that not considered poor practice? My recollection is that one should use circuit breakers for headlights in the hope that they will re-set themselves if there is a momentary problem and not just burn out and leave you in the dark. Randy On 09/11/2010 9:47 AM, WILTON wrote: 'Put 7 dia. Hellas on my 81 300D years ago. They threw so much light out front first time I turned 'em on I thought I felt some rearward thrust. ;)) Wilton - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:20 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] W126 Euro headlights? I went ahead and installed heavier wiring and the relay kit so that I can run the 100/130 Narva H4 bulbs. I did the same kind of thing on the 450 SL. Called 'em Deerslayers. Not too expensive, the Hela lamps were the big part. Got the 100W bulbs at NAPA, ask for motorcycle bulbs. http://userweb.windwireless.net/~jimc/JSLlights.html -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W126 Euro headlights?
On Mon, Nov 8, 2010 at 11:17 PM, Barry Stark barryst...@verizon.net wrote: Alex - Rusty has good deals alright. Unless you must have the look of the full Euro headlights you may want to take a less expensive approach and get the same lighting ability. I have an '81 SD and as we were getting older we found it was harder to see the road at night. I ended up getting the 200mm X 142mm Ciebe lights with the parking lights from Dan Stern. Thanks for the recommendation, Barry. I may do the Cibie upgrade for the 126, although I'm more likely to go for the Euros if I can find a set cheap with the wipers and everything, because I'm trying to get that car back to Euro stock (before the gray-market import conversion). I wish the Cibie upgrade was possible on the 124s! Why did M-B have to use that weird trapezoidal lens shape for the inset DOT lights? The standard rectangular sealed beams like on the US 126 would have worked just as well (or poorly). Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
On 5 November 2010 16:25, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: 'Just spent a very enjoyable and short coupla hours and lunch with Max Dillon and his beautiful SWMBO and 4-year-old daughter at a Cracker Barrel Restaurant just off I-95 near Wilson, NC. 'Also admired his 87 300TD (332 kmi). His SWMBO got 3 or 4 photos of us with our respective nearly twin Arctic White TD and 300D. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Wilton in Wilson Pix_2.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 827622 bytes Desc: Wilton in Wilson Pix_2.jpg URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20101109/58dbc138/attachment.jpg -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Wilton in Wilson Pix_1.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 817391 bytes Desc: Wilton in Wilson Pix_1.jpg URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20101109/58dbc138/attachment-0001.jpg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I wonder what this gem is...
This guy is something else. It's a real German ben xaaa -Original Message- From: Rolf Martin-Hoster [mailto:rolf.martinhos...@redacted] Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:49 AM To:sale-cgrwj-2050541...@craigslist.org Subject: 1980 Mercedes Ben - $1500 (Brookhaven) ** CRAIGSLIST ADVISORY --- AVOID SCAMS BY DEALING LOCALLY ** Avoid: wiring money, cross-border deals, work-at-home ** Beware: cashier checks, money orders, escrow, shipping ** More Info:http://www.craigslist.org/about/scams.html 240? 300? Why does it have a tach? -Rolf ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
Being white cars, I don't think fading would be as big a deal than if the paint was darker. If it's just the stick on type, I'm sure you could get it off, and then use a mild compound to flatten out, and remove any glue. I also tell the dealer when I get a new car, NO DEALER STICKERS on my car, unless you want to send me a cheque monthly for helping out with your advertising! If it's a used vehicle on the lot, as I've bought before, I just carefully remove them with a carpenters razor blade, compound, then wax. Can't even see where the sticker has been. I've never done it on a car more than a couple of years old, so after that, differences in paint shade may happen, due to fading. I'm just not a sticker of any type kinda guy. I think with a new Benz, there is a no charge delete option, to remove all the model badging. I know BMW offer it. The times I've seen it, it here, it's often to try and conceal that the entry level car was purchased. My understanding, in Germany, it is more common for the higher end models to opt for the option, to be more stealthy. I tend to prefer the low profile, don't flaunt it approach myself. That's not to say I don't still want the twin turbo V12 engine under the hood, I just don't want the Ferrari guys to see what's about to hit them! hee hee. Ed 300E On 9 November 2010 10:26, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: Wilton and I also commented on that; both pin striping colors match the interior colors (maroon for Wilton, blue for me). Mine is in pretty shabby shape, and I'm tempted to try to remove it but would probably not be too happy with the end result. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of E M Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Nice cars gents. Interesting, I notice pin-striping on both cars. A neighbour brought her 420 SEL up here a few years ago, when she moved from the US. I had pin-striping too. Was this a factory thing in the US? I don't think I've even seen a Mercedes in a Canadian showroom, new or older models, with pin-stripes. Ed 300E no pin stripes. On 9 November 2010 08:10, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: I've had very good luck following a fast runner about 300 or 400 yards back, so they absorb the ticket but I can react to their sudden braking and slow down without getting attention from the law. Haven't had a ticket since about 1989. NC and VA and WDC, on the other hand, are usually heavily enforced and I watch the speed very closely in those states. Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; a beautiful blond urchin in pajamas (picture 2) insisted on asking for a ride in my sexy wagon, and my Wife let her in! Wilton was jealous - he needs to get a wagon too I think. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch So you lucked out and SCHP missed a good chance to replenish their coffers? ;))) 'Glad to know you made it home safely. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch I'll get the photos and share soon - need to pry SWMBO's blackberry from her hands for a few minutes to download those pix and probably thousands of others that also need to be backed up. Much thanks to Wilton for the invite AND picking up the tab. Was a very nice break during the 540 mile trip, great to finally meet another dieselitus maximitus sufferer, we took our time for the rest of the trip and rolled into the home driveway at about 10 p.m. I did indulge in a little fast driving on '95 in South Carolina; a very nice W140 and a R129 cruised by at about 90 mph, and I just couldn't hold my wagon back. We briefly exceed 100 in a very nice formation, all the rice burners fell away, then after 30 minutes or so the R129 and I had had enough and the S-class faded away in the distance. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Max likely will; they're in his camera. BTW, thanks for your help in steering him to a tire shop; 'found bad tire; 'installed spare after resisting sales pitches; 'driving smoothly when they came through here. Wilton
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
- Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Any chance you could post a link to these historic photos? On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 4:45 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Sounds great Wilton. Wish there were a few more Benz guys, to chat cars with over lunch around here. I stopped for coffee today, and parked beside a new black 550 CL. What a great looking car it was, and the panel and trim fit was something to behold. If anyone does it better, I have yet to see it, and I've seen pretty much everything. It was nice to enjoy the view, and dream a bit over coffee today. :-) Ed 300E On 5 November 2010 16:25, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: 'Just spent a very enjoyable and short coupla hours and lunch with Max Dillon and his beautiful SWMBO and 4-year-old daughter at a Cracker Barrel Restaurant just off I-95 near Wilson, NC. 'Also admired his 87 300TD (332 kmi). His SWMBO got 3 or 4 photos of us with our respective nearly twin Arctic White TD and 300D. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Wilton in Wilson Pix_2.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 827622 bytes Desc: Wilton in Wilson Pix_2.jpg URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20101109/58dbc138/attachment.jpg -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Wilton in Wilson Pix_1.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 817391 bytes Desc: Wilton in Wilson Pix_1.jpg URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20101109/58dbc138/attachment-0001.jpg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I wonder what this gem is...
Looks like different colors paint, the LF tire looks like the tread is separating. --R On 11/9/10 10:50 AM, Rolf wrote: http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/2050541693.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
'Think I used a bit of paint thinner rubbed on striping on 81 300D to soften it; likely used a sharpened paint scraper (sharpened ice scraper may work good) to run along very slowly and lightly under it while being VERY careful not to let it dig into the paint. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:26 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Wilton and I also commented on that; both pin striping colors match the interior colors (maroon for Wilton, blue for me). Mine is in pretty shabby shape, and I'm tempted to try to remove it but would probably not be too happy with the end result. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of E M Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Nice cars gents. Interesting, I notice pin-striping on both cars. A neighbour brought her 420 SEL up here a few years ago, when she moved from the US. I had pin-striping too. Was this a factory thing in the US? I don't think I've even seen a Mercedes in a Canadian showroom, new or older models, with pin-stripes. Ed 300E no pin stripes. On 9 November 2010 08:10, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: I've had very good luck following a fast runner about 300 or 400 yards back, so they absorb the ticket but I can react to their sudden braking and slow down without getting attention from the law. Haven't had a ticket since about 1989. NC and VA and WDC, on the other hand, are usually heavily enforced and I watch the speed very closely in those states. Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; a beautiful blond urchin in pajamas (picture 2) insisted on asking for a ride in my sexy wagon, and my Wife let her in! Wilton was jealous - he needs to get a wagon too I think. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch So you lucked out and SCHP missed a good chance to replenish their coffers? ;))) 'Glad to know you made it home safely. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch I'll get the photos and share soon - need to pry SWMBO's blackberry from her hands for a few minutes to download those pix and probably thousands of others that also need to be backed up. Much thanks to Wilton for the invite AND picking up the tab. Was a very nice break during the 540 mile trip, great to finally meet another dieselitus maximitus sufferer, we took our time for the rest of the trip and rolled into the home driveway at about 10 p.m. I did indulge in a little fast driving on '95 in South Carolina; a very nice W140 and a R129 cruised by at about 90 mph, and I just couldn't hold my wagon back. We briefly exceed 100 in a very nice formation, all the rice burners fell away, then after 30 minutes or so the R129 and I had had enough and the S-class faded away in the distance. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Max likely will; they're in his camera. BTW, thanks for your help in steering him to a tire shop; 'found bad tire; 'installed spare after resisting sales pitches; 'driving smoothly when they came through here. Wilton - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Any chance you could post a link to these historic photos? On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 4:45 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Sounds great Wilton. Wish there were a few more Benz guys, to chat cars with over lunch around here. I stopped for coffee today, and parked beside a new black 550 CL. What a great looking car it was, and the panel and trim fit was something to behold. If anyone does it better, I have yet to see it, and I've seen pretty much everything. It was nice to enjoy the view, and dream a bit over coffee today. :-) Ed 300E On 5 November 2010 16:25, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: 'Just spent a very enjoyable and short coupla hours and lunch with Max Dillon and his beautiful SWMBO and 4-year-old daughter at a Cracker Barrel Restaurant just off I-95 near Wilson, NC. 'Also admired his 87
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
Hairdryer --R On 11/9/10 1:22 PM, WILTON wrote: 'Think I used a bit of paint thinner rubbed on striping on 81 300D to soften it; likely used a sharpened paint scraper (sharpened ice scraper may work good) to run along very slowly and lightly under it while being VERY careful not to let it dig into the paint. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:26 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Wilton and I also commented on that; both pin striping colors match the interior colors (maroon for Wilton, blue for me). Mine is in pretty shabby shape, and I'm tempted to try to remove it but would probably not be too happy with the end result. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of E M Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Nice cars gents. Interesting, I notice pin-striping on both cars. A neighbour brought her 420 SEL up here a few years ago, when she moved from the US. I had pin-striping too. Was this a factory thing in the US? I don't think I've even seen a Mercedes in a Canadian showroom, new or older models, with pin-stripes. Ed 300E no pin stripes. On 9 November 2010 08:10, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: I've had very good luck following a fast runner about 300 or 400 yards back, so they absorb the ticket but I can react to their sudden braking and slow down without getting attention from the law. Haven't had a ticket since about 1989. NC and VA and WDC, on the other hand, are usually heavily enforced and I watch the speed very closely in those states. Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; a beautiful blond urchin in pajamas (picture 2) insisted on asking for a ride in my sexy wagon, and my Wife let her in! Wilton was jealous - he needs to get a wagon too I think. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch So you lucked out and SCHP missed a good chance to replenish their coffers? ;))) 'Glad to know you made it home safely. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch I'll get the photos and share soon - need to pry SWMBO's blackberry from her hands for a few minutes to download those pix and probably thousands of others that also need to be backed up. Much thanks to Wilton for the invite AND picking up the tab. Was a very nice break during the 540 mile trip, great to finally meet another dieselitus maximitus sufferer, we took our time for the rest of the trip and rolled into the home driveway at about 10 p.m. I did indulge in a little fast driving on '95 in South Carolina; a very nice W140 and a R129 cruised by at about 90 mph, and I just couldn't hold my wagon back. We briefly exceed 100 in a very nice formation, all the rice burners fell away, then after 30 minutes or so the R129 and I had had enough and the S-class faded away in the distance. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Max likely will; they're in his camera. BTW, thanks for your help in steering him to a tire shop; 'found bad tire; 'installed spare after resisting sales pitches; 'driving smoothly when they came through here. Wilton - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Any chance you could post a link to these historic photos? On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 4:45 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Sounds great Wilton. Wish there were a few more Benz guys, to chat cars with over lunch around here. I stopped for coffee today, and parked beside a new black 550 CL. What a great looking car it was, and the panel and trim fit was something to behold. If anyone does it better, I have yet to see it, and I've seen pretty much everything. It was nice to enjoy the view, and dream a bit over coffee today. :-) Ed 300E On 5 November 2010 16:25, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: 'Just spent a very enjoyable and short coupla hours and lunch with Max Dillon and his beautiful SWMBO and 4-year-old daughter at a Cracker Barrel Restaurant just off
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
I always heat the paintwork and metal up a bit with a hairdryer before applying touch up paint with a tooth pick. I find when warm, the paint spreads out nice into the chip, rather than a glob. Mind you, don't get it too hot, or it will dry on contract, and you're be back to a glob again. Ed 300E On 9 November 2010 13:33, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.netwrote: Hairdryer --R On 11/9/10 1:22 PM, WILTON wrote: 'Think I used a bit of paint thinner rubbed on striping on 81 300D to soften it; likely used a sharpened paint scraper (sharpened ice scraper may work good) to run along very slowly and lightly under it while being VERY careful not to let it dig into the paint. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:26 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Wilton and I also commented on that; both pin striping colors match the interior colors (maroon for Wilton, blue for me). Mine is in pretty shabby shape, and I'm tempted to try to remove it but would probably not be too happy with the end result. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of E M Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Nice cars gents. Interesting, I notice pin-striping on both cars. A neighbour brought her 420 SEL up here a few years ago, when she moved from the US. I had pin-striping too. Was this a factory thing in the US? I don't think I've even seen a Mercedes in a Canadian showroom, new or older models, with pin-stripes. Ed 300E no pin stripes. On 9 November 2010 08:10, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: I've had very good luck following a fast runner about 300 or 400 yards back, so they absorb the ticket but I can react to their sudden braking and slow down without getting attention from the law. Haven't had a ticket since about 1989. NC and VA and WDC, on the other hand, are usually heavily enforced and I watch the speed very closely in those states. Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; a beautiful blond urchin in pajamas (picture 2) insisted on asking for a ride in my sexy wagon, and my Wife let her in! Wilton was jealous - he needs to get a wagon too I think. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch So you lucked out and SCHP missed a good chance to replenish their coffers? ;))) 'Glad to know you made it home safely. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch I'll get the photos and share soon - need to pry SWMBO's blackberry from her hands for a few minutes to download those pix and probably thousands of others that also need to be backed up. Much thanks to Wilton for the invite AND picking up the tab. Was a very nice break during the 540 mile trip, great to finally meet another dieselitus maximitus sufferer, we took our time for the rest of the trip and rolled into the home driveway at about 10 p.m. I did indulge in a little fast driving on '95 in South Carolina; a very nice W140 and a R129 cruised by at about 90 mph, and I just couldn't hold my wagon back. We briefly exceed 100 in a very nice formation, all the rice burners fell away, then after 30 minutes or so the R129 and I had had enough and the S-class faded away in the distance. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Max likely will; they're in his camera. BTW, thanks for your help in steering him to a tire shop; 'found bad tire; 'installed spare after resisting sales pitches; 'driving smoothly when they came through here. Wilton - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Any chance you could post a link to these historic photos? On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 4:45 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Sounds great Wilton. Wish there were a few more Benz guys, to chat cars with over lunch around here. I stopped for coffee today, and parked beside a new black 550 CL. What
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I'm sure you have carpenters razor blades Wilton, as I know you do a lot of woodwork too. They're great. Small enough to work on the detailed stuff, and ridged enough to do the work we're talking about. Just have to go easy as you say, so as not to dig into the paint. but held on the right angle, they work great, on paint, or glass. Nice and sharp too. Pack of 5 is only a couple of dollars for anyone looking for them. Ed 300E On 9 November 2010 13:22, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: 'Think I used a bit of paint thinner rubbed on striping on 81 300D to soften it; likely used a sharpened paint scraper (sharpened ice scraper may work good) to run along very slowly and lightly under it while being VERY careful not to let it dig into the paint. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:26 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Wilton and I also commented on that; both pin striping colors match the interior colors (maroon for Wilton, blue for me). Mine is in pretty shabby shape, and I'm tempted to try to remove it but would probably not be too happy with the end result. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of E M Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Nice cars gents. Interesting, I notice pin-striping on both cars. A neighbour brought her 420 SEL up here a few years ago, when she moved from the US. I had pin-striping too. Was this a factory thing in the US? I don't think I've even seen a Mercedes in a Canadian showroom, new or older models, with pin-stripes. Ed 300E no pin stripes. On 9 November 2010 08:10, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: I've had very good luck following a fast runner about 300 or 400 yards back, so they absorb the ticket but I can react to their sudden braking and slow down without getting attention from the law. Haven't had a ticket since about 1989. NC and VA and WDC, on the other hand, are usually heavily enforced and I watch the speed very closely in those states. Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; a beautiful blond urchin in pajamas (picture 2) insisted on asking for a ride in my sexy wagon, and my Wife let her in! Wilton was jealous - he needs to get a wagon too I think. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch So you lucked out and SCHP missed a good chance to replenish their coffers? ;))) 'Glad to know you made it home safely. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch I'll get the photos and share soon - need to pry SWMBO's blackberry from her hands for a few minutes to download those pix and probably thousands of others that also need to be backed up. Much thanks to Wilton for the invite AND picking up the tab. Was a very nice break during the 540 mile trip, great to finally meet another dieselitus maximitus sufferer, we took our time for the rest of the trip and rolled into the home driveway at about 10 p.m. I did indulge in a little fast driving on '95 in South Carolina; a very nice W140 and a R129 cruised by at about 90 mph, and I just couldn't hold my wagon back. We briefly exceed 100 in a very nice formation, all the rice burners fell away, then after 30 minutes or so the R129 and I had had enough and the S-class faded away in the distance. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Max likely will; they're in his camera. BTW, thanks for your help in steering him to a tire shop; 'found bad tire; 'installed spare after resisting sales pitches; 'driving smoothly when they came through here. Wilton - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Any chance you could post a link to these historic photos? On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 4:45 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Sounds great Wilton. Wish there were a few more Benz guys, to chat cars with over lunch around here. I stopped for
Re: [MBZ] Hey Rusty! W126 Euro headlights?
Hi Alex: I have a pair of these (Bosch) that I bought locally to install on my '85 300SD. But I never did. They appear to be in very good condition with perfect glass. Contact me off list if you are interested. I can take some pics for you if you would like to try to work something out Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Alex Chamberlain Sent: Monday, November 08, 2010 7:41 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Hey Rusty! W126 Euro headlights? Does Bimby have any specials running right now on Euro headlight packages for the early (mine's an '82) W126? If not what are the current prices for Bosch and for the cheap repros? (I discovered that RRing the SLS reservoir to give it a good cleaning and check for leaks is a lot easier when you remove the left headlight and mounting bezel first... then I thought, if I'm pulling the crummy DOT headlight anyway, why not put back a real one? The old-car-parts-replacement domino effect strikes again...) Thanks, Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Max likely will; they're in his camera. BTW, thanks for your help in steering him to a tire shop; 'found bad tire; 'installed spare after resisting sales pitches; 'driving smoothly when they came through here. Wilton - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Any chance you could post a link to these historic photos? On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 4:45 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Sounds great Wilton. Wish there were a few more Benz guys, to chat cars with over lunch around here. I stopped for coffee today, and parked beside a new black 550 CL. What a great looking car it was, and the panel and trim fit was something to behold. If anyone does it better, I have yet to see it, and I've seen pretty much everything. It was nice to enjoy the view, and dream a bit over coffee today. :-) Ed 300E On 5 November 2010 16:25, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: 'Just spent a very enjoyable and short coupla hours and lunch with Max Dillon and his beautiful SWMBO and 4-year-old daughter at a Cracker Barrel Restaurant just off I-95 near Wilson, NC. 'Also admired his 87 300TD (332 kmi). His SWMBO got 3 or 4 photos of us with our respective nearly twin Arctic White TD and 300D. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Wilton in Wilson Pix_2.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 827622 bytes Desc: Wilton in Wilson Pix_2.jpg URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20101109/58dbc138/attachment.jpg -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Wilton in Wilson Pix_1.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 817391 bytes Desc: Wilton in Wilson Pix_1.jpg URL: http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20101109/58dbc138/attachment-0001.jpg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http
Re: [MBZ] I wonder what this gem is...
It was listed a while ago... its a 280. W123. (Not a 280E, I think... ) On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 10:50 AM, Rolf r...@winmutt.com wrote: http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/2050541693.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 6:11 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; Interesting pair of white 124s. Do Max and Wilton both live in states that don't require a front license plate, or did they take them off for the photos? If the former, I believe the plain center section of the W124 front bumper is still available. (Rusty?) Would look nicer than those lonely mounting tabs hanging down there. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
Yes, still available. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 2:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 6:11 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; Interesting pair of white 124s. Do Max and Wilton both live in states that don't require a front license plate, or did they take them off for the photos? If the former, I believe the plain center section of the W124 front bumper is still available. (Rusty?) Would look nicer than those lonely mounting tabs hanging down there. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
E M wrote: I'm sure you have carpenters razor blades Wilton, as I know you do a lot of woodwork too. They're great. Small enough to work on the detailed stuff, and ridged enough to do the work we're talking about. Just have to go easy as you say, so as not to dig into the paint. but held on the right angle, they work great, on paint, or glass. Nice and sharp too. Pack of 5 is only a couple of dollars for anyone looking for them. Like these? http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000M5WUP6/ref=ord_cart_shr?ie=UTF8m=ATVPDKIKX0DER ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
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E M wrote: I've seen it done on TV, with a small angled striping brush. Take a hand that's a lot steadier than mine! I would imagine the hard part, is getting both sides the same, and keeping the line smooth when reloading the brush. I wouldn't want it on my car to be honest, but I can appreciate the skill it takes to do it well. What about those JC Whitney striping kits, with the bottle fed stripe rollers and guide wheel to hold a straight line? Do they still sell those things? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
I've got far to many MB projects to spend time and money on, don't tempt me with another! -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rusty Cullens Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 2:10 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Yes, still available. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 2:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 6:11 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; Interesting pair of white 124s. Do Max and Wilton both live in states that don't require a front license plate, or did they take them off for the photos? If the former, I believe the plain center section of the W124 front bumper is still available. (Rusty?) Would look nicer than those lonely mounting tabs hanging down there. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
What about those JC Whitney striping kits, with the bottle fed stripe rollers and guide wheel to hold a straight line? Do they still sell those things? I would guess, like most painting gadgets that are marketed to amateurs, that you would have mediocre results. If they were really so great, the pros would use them, but they don't, they pinstripe by hand. Same with professional house painters, they don't use all those edging gadgets or even tape most of the time. They have a good brush and they cut in around trim and fixtures by hand. Allan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear spring link and supporting link RR
OK Don, I'll be doing the same job shortly on my '95. Looks like if you remove the spring link (no spring compressor required, just jack stands and a floor jack), then you'll have access to press out the old and press in the new. If you fabricate sleeves and pieces to work with the Harbor Freight ball joint press, I'd be happy to rent them or purchase them from you. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of OK Don Sent: Sunday, November 07, 2010 8:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124 rear spring link and supporting link RR But - do you need a spring compressor to do the job? I'm thinking of trying to fabricate the press in/out tool as shown in 35-114 instead of removing the wheel carrier. On Sun, Nov 7, 2010 at 6:34 PM, Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.netwrote: Link must come off, as the wheel carrier has to come off. I don't remember if the bushing is in the link or in the carrier, but it must be pressed in and out, it's not a slip fit. Another job I will get to know in greater detail soon, as the rear suspension needs a complete overhaul on the 300D. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Hey Max
I've had my eye on that one; price is getting close to what I'd pay, but I'd really like to find a '94 or '95 wagon as the recipient... -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Sunday, November 07, 2010 8:13 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Hey Max Drop your diesel drivetrain right in here http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/2047266951.html --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
Exactly, but I usually buy in the small 5 packs, and get taken for a ride with the price. Cheaper to buy the 100 pack in the link, even though it would take a lifetime of scraping to get through them all. Ed 300E On 9 November 2010 14:50, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: E M wrote: I'm sure you have carpenters razor blades Wilton, as I know you do a lot of woodwork too. They're great. Small enough to work on the detailed stuff, and ridged enough to do the work we're talking about. Just have to go easy as you say, so as not to dig into the paint. but held on the right angle, they work great, on paint, or glass. Nice and sharp too. Pack of 5 is only a couple of dollars for anyone looking for them. Like these? http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000M5WUP6/ref=ord_cart_shr?ie=UTF8m=ATVPDKIKX0DER ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Is this something I'd want to get into?
http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/2049746883.html Wife could use a new vehicle soon... yet I don't know anything about the M class. How do they hold up? Are they easy to work on? Allan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
I would imagine you still need to make a tape guideline or something. Even with that, I'd probably be all over the panels! lol Maybe tint shops and other places that offer such services also offer striping at a reasonable price? Ed 300E On 9 November 2010 14:52, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: E M wrote: I've seen it done on TV, with a small angled striping brush. Take a hand that's a lot steadier than mine! I would imagine the hard part, is getting both sides the same, and keeping the line smooth when reloading the brush. I wouldn't want it on my car to be honest, but I can appreciate the skill it takes to do it well. What about those JC Whitney striping kits, with the bottle fed stripe rollers and guide wheel to hold a straight line? Do they still sell those things? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Is this something I'd want to get into?
Well, it gets 25 mpg, but then again, it only has 2 cylinders. Must be pretty honk'n cylinders out of a Merlin or something though, as it's a 3.2 litre! hee hee I don't know a lot about the series run, but I know the early ones had all kinds of problems. Then again, at $3000, if you do the work, and Rusty has parts for it, it might work out to be pretty economical motoring for you. Ed 300E On 9 November 2010 15:56, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/2049746883.html Wife could use a new vehicle soon... yet I don't know anything about the M class. How do they hold up? Are they easy to work on? Allan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
Yep, that should help, too. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 1:33 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Hairdryer --R On 11/9/10 1:22 PM, WILTON wrote: 'Think I used a bit of paint thinner rubbed on striping on 81 300D to soften it; likely used a sharpened paint scraper (sharpened ice scraper may work good) to run along very slowly and lightly under it while being VERY careful not to let it dig into the paint. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:26 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Wilton and I also commented on that; both pin striping colors match the interior colors (maroon for Wilton, blue for me). Mine is in pretty shabby shape, and I'm tempted to try to remove it but would probably not be too happy with the end result. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of E M Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Nice cars gents. Interesting, I notice pin-striping on both cars. A neighbour brought her 420 SEL up here a few years ago, when she moved from the US. I had pin-striping too. Was this a factory thing in the US? I don't think I've even seen a Mercedes in a Canadian showroom, new or older models, with pin-stripes. Ed 300E no pin stripes. On 9 November 2010 08:10, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: I've had very good luck following a fast runner about 300 or 400 yards back, so they absorb the ticket but I can react to their sudden braking and slow down without getting attention from the law. Haven't had a ticket since about 1989. NC and VA and WDC, on the other hand, are usually heavily enforced and I watch the speed very closely in those states. Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; a beautiful blond urchin in pajamas (picture 2) insisted on asking for a ride in my sexy wagon, and my Wife let her in! Wilton was jealous - he needs to get a wagon too I think. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch So you lucked out and SCHP missed a good chance to replenish their coffers? ;))) 'Glad to know you made it home safely. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch I'll get the photos and share soon - need to pry SWMBO's blackberry from her hands for a few minutes to download those pix and probably thousands of others that also need to be backed up. Much thanks to Wilton for the invite AND picking up the tab. Was a very nice break during the 540 mile trip, great to finally meet another dieselitus maximitus sufferer, we took our time for the rest of the trip and rolled into the home driveway at about 10 p.m. I did indulge in a little fast driving on '95 in South Carolina; a very nice W140 and a R129 cruised by at about 90 mph, and I just couldn't hold my wagon back. We briefly exceed 100 in a very nice formation, all the rice burners fell away, then after 30 minutes or so the R129 and I had had enough and the S-class faded away in the distance. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Max likely will; they're in his camera. BTW, thanks for your help in steering him to a tire shop; 'found bad tire; 'installed spare after resisting sales pitches; 'driving smoothly when they came through here. Wilton - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Any chance you could post a link to these historic photos? On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 4:45 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Sounds great Wilton. Wish there were a few more Benz guys, to chat cars with over lunch around here. I stopped for coffee today, and parked beside a new black 550 CL. What a great looking car it was, and the panel and trim fit was something to behold. If anyone does it better, I have yet to see it, and I've seen pretty much everything. It was nice to enjoy the view, and dream a bit over coffee
Re: [MBZ] Is this something I'd want to get into?
On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 12:56 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/2049746883.html One tire needs replaced soon, it has 1 new tire and the others are 70% or so. That's a deal-breaker right there as far as I'm concerned. The seller is an idiot, cheap, or careless (or all three). On any modern car with a full-time 4WD system, you have to replace both tires on the same axle at the same time, preferably all four at once, to avoid premature failure of the drivetrain caused by the difference in the diameter of new vs. old tires and of one brand vs. another. This isn't just the manufacturers' lawyers being cautious; I've heard reliable reports of it happening on '80s and '90s Audis and Subarus. I'd bet that the owner's manual for the ML says so in big capital letters. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
Yes, that, too. Wilton - Original Message - From: E M pokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 1:43 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch I'm sure you have carpenters razor blades Wilton, as I know you do a lot of woodwork too. They're great. Small enough to work on the detailed stuff, and ridged enough to do the work we're talking about. Just have to go easy as you say, so as not to dig into the paint. but held on the right angle, they work great, on paint, or glass. Nice and sharp too. Pack of 5 is only a couple of dollars for anyone looking for them. Ed 300E On 9 November 2010 13:22, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: 'Think I used a bit of paint thinner rubbed on striping on 81 300D to soften it; likely used a sharpened paint scraper (sharpened ice scraper may work good) to run along very slowly and lightly under it while being VERY careful not to let it dig into the paint. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:26 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Wilton and I also commented on that; both pin striping colors match the interior colors (maroon for Wilton, blue for me). Mine is in pretty shabby shape, and I'm tempted to try to remove it but would probably not be too happy with the end result. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of E M Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Nice cars gents. Interesting, I notice pin-striping on both cars. A neighbour brought her 420 SEL up here a few years ago, when she moved from the US. I had pin-striping too. Was this a factory thing in the US? I don't think I've even seen a Mercedes in a Canadian showroom, new or older models, with pin-stripes. Ed 300E no pin stripes. On 9 November 2010 08:10, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: I've had very good luck following a fast runner about 300 or 400 yards back, so they absorb the ticket but I can react to their sudden braking and slow down without getting attention from the law. Haven't had a ticket since about 1989. NC and VA and WDC, on the other hand, are usually heavily enforced and I watch the speed very closely in those states. Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; a beautiful blond urchin in pajamas (picture 2) insisted on asking for a ride in my sexy wagon, and my Wife let her in! Wilton was jealous - he needs to get a wagon too I think. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch So you lucked out and SCHP missed a good chance to replenish their coffers? ;))) 'Glad to know you made it home safely. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 3:46 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch I'll get the photos and share soon - need to pry SWMBO's blackberry from her hands for a few minutes to download those pix and probably thousands of others that also need to be backed up. Much thanks to Wilton for the invite AND picking up the tab. Was a very nice break during the 540 mile trip, great to finally meet another dieselitus maximitus sufferer, we took our time for the rest of the trip and rolled into the home driveway at about 10 p.m. I did indulge in a little fast driving on '95 in South Carolina; a very nice W140 and a R129 cruised by at about 90 mph, and I just couldn't hold my wagon back. We briefly exceed 100 in a very nice formation, all the rice burners fell away, then after 30 minutes or so the R129 and I had had enough and the S-class faded away in the distance. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Max likely will; they're in his camera. BTW, thanks for your help in steering him to a tire shop; 'found bad tire; 'installed spare after resisting sales pitches; 'driving smoothly when they came through here. Wilton - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 8:09 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Any chance you could post a link to these historic photos? On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 4:45 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com
Re: [MBZ] Is this something I'd want to get into?
I know that's true on viscous-coupling AWD systems such as used by VW and Audi in that era, is that what the ML uses also? Allan On Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:22 -0800, Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com wrote: On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 12:56 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/2049746883.html One tire needs replaced soon, it has 1 new tire and the others are 70% or so. That's a deal-breaker right there as far as I'm concerned. The seller is an idiot, cheap, or careless (or all three). On any modern car with a full-time 4WD system, you have to replace both tires on the same axle at the same time, preferably all four at once, to avoid premature failure of the drivetrain caused by the difference in the diameter of new vs. old tires and of one brand vs. another. This isn't just the manufacturers' lawyers being cautious; I've heard reliable reports of it happening on '80s and '90s Audis and Subarus. I'd bet that the owner's manual for the ML says so in big capital letters. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
I agree wholeheartedly. We don't need front plates, (NC for me; SC for Max) and I have the plain insert for that area; 'think I got it from Rusty several years ago. 'Haven't decided on an alternative to removing the bumper to replace it, yet. 'Fi could just get the old one off simply, I'd just glue the new one on, maybe. Max and I discussed that, too. May have to bite the dust and do it right, anyway. 'Fi had not been nearly disabled for several years, it would have been done years ago. BTW, in about 1958, I was returning to Lincoln, NE, from Omaha one Sat afternoon on my 51 Chevy with single NC plate (black with yellow lettering much like NE plates of the time) on back. NE required 2 plates. 'Met NE highway patrolman; in my mirror, 'saw his brake lights come on immediately and watched as he hurriedly turned around and came whipping up behind me. 'Thought to myself, He thinks he has caught another one (NE vehicle) with just one plate. He came close up on my rear bumper very fast, then quickly braked, turned around and went on his way. Wilton - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 2:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 6:11 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; Interesting pair of white 124s. Do Max and Wilton both live in states that don't require a front license plate, or did they take them off for the photos? If the former, I believe the plain center section of the W124 front bumper is still available. (Rusty?) Would look nicer than those lonely mounting tabs hanging down there. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
In fact, I have a box of 'em like that. 'Got away from using 'em so much when my tremor was so bad. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 2:50 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch E M wrote: I'm sure you have carpenters razor blades Wilton, as I know you do a lot of woodwork too. They're great. Small enough to work on the detailed stuff, and ridged enough to do the work we're talking about. Just have to go easy as you say, so as not to dig into the paint. but held on the right angle, they work great, on paint, or glass. Nice and sharp too. Pack of 5 is only a couple of dollars for anyone looking for them. Like these? http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000M5WUP6/ref=ord_cart_shr?ie=UTF8m=ATVPDKIKX0DER ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
That's almost as good and the summer student we had at Foresty Canada the last year I was up there. He was driving a dual fuel Lada (aka Fiat 131, Russian version) and decided to go visit family in Michigan. Not only that, he had two sets of valid plates on the car (BC which had front and rear and NorthWest Territories -- rear only). Naturally, the car quit on him about an hour south of Sault Ste Marie. He sat on the side of the road for 5 hours because no one would stop, had to have it towed back to Canada (no parts for Ladas in the US, of course, not even Fiat parts, for that matter) and then they didn't want to let him in because it was double registered. College kids, eh? What a blast when they aren't your kids! Peter On Nov 9, 2010, at 3:46 PM, WILTON wrote: I agree wholeheartedly. We don't need front plates, (NC for me; SC for Max) and I have the plain insert for that area; 'think I got it from Rusty several years ago. 'Haven't decided on an alternative to removing the bumper to replace it, yet. 'Fi could just get the old one off simply, I'd just glue the new one on, maybe. Max and I discussed that, too. May have to bite the dust and do it right, anyway. 'Fi had not been nearly disabled for several years, it would have been done years ago. BTW, in about 1958, I was returning to Lincoln, NE, from Omaha one Sat afternoon on my 51 Chevy with single NC plate (black with yellow lettering much like NE plates of the time) on back. NE required 2 plates. 'Met NE highway patrolman; in my mirror, 'saw his brake lights come on immediately and watched as he hurriedly turned around and came whipping up behind me. 'Thought to myself, He thinks he has caught another one (NE vehicle) with just one plate. He came close up on my rear bumper very fast, then quickly braked, turned around and went on his way. Wilton - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 2:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 6:11 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; Interesting pair of white 124s. Do Max and Wilton both live in states that don't require a front license plate, or did they take them off for the photos? If the former, I believe the plain center section of the W124 front bumper is still available. (Rusty?) Would look nicer than those lonely mounting tabs hanging down there. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
All he needed was a Swiss plate too, and he could have told the guard at the crossing he worked for Her Majesty's Secret Service. LADA the new stealth Bond-mobile. Ed 300E On 9 November 2010 16:56, Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net wrote: Not only that, he had two sets of valid plates on the car (BC which had front and rear and NorthWest Territories -- rear only) Peter On Nov 9, 2010, at 3:46 PM, WILTON wrote: I agree wholeheartedly. We don't need front plates, (NC for me; SC for Max) and I have the plain insert for that area; 'think I got it from Rusty several years ago. 'Haven't decided on an alternative to removing the bumper to replace it, yet. 'Fi could just get the old one off simply, I'd just glue the new one on, maybe. Max and I discussed that, too. May have to bite the dust and do it right, anyway. 'Fi had not been nearly disabled for several years, it would have been done years ago. BTW, in about 1958, I was returning to Lincoln, NE, from Omaha one Sat afternoon on my 51 Chevy with single NC plate (black with yellow lettering much like NE plates of the time) on back. NE required 2 plates. 'Met NE highway patrolman; in my mirror, 'saw his brake lights come on immediately and watched as he hurriedly turned around and came whipping up behind me. 'Thought to myself, He thinks he has caught another one (NE vehicle) with just one plate. He came close up on my rear bumper very fast, then quickly braked, turned around and went on his way. Wilton - Original Message - From: Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 2:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 6:11 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 wrote: Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; Interesting pair of white 124s. Do Max and Wilton both live in states that don't require a front license plate, or did they take them off for the photos? If the former, I believe the plain center section of the W124 front bumper is still available. (Rusty?) Would look nicer than those lonely mounting tabs hanging down there. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Which?
...240D? 280E? Grey market 300D or 230E?.. Likely a 280E since the top of 1st gear mark is at 34+mph. Second, that style of headlight was not in the low end models which eliminates the 4-cylinder model. Had both styles of 123 Euro lights and know the difference on sight. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] someone must want this
190d with a 5-speed... http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/2039993061.html no interest, etc... ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
'Not gonna have a stealer sticker on my car, either - not on the car, not on the license plate - nowhere. 'First thing I did to 81 300D I bought from 90-year-old friend years ago was to use dental floss to cut through glue behind stealer metal badge on trunk. 'Don't remember what mild solvent I used to remove rest of glue, but I got it off fairly readily. Color of car was ivory (623) and was 18+ years old; paint behind badge was ever so slightly darker than rest of car, but I blended it very nicely with rubbing compound; 'quickly got so it was not noticeable at all. In '85, I helped older son buy a new Toyota little sport something (GT or GTS?); 'took stealer a few weeks to get the car; I told salesman, Don't put a sticker on it; if you do, I'm gonna be damned mad. When salesman called to say they had just gotten the car and that it would be ready in coupla hours, I reminded the salesman, Don't put a sticker on it. When we pulled into the lot, first thing I saw was the sticker on the trunk. I asked salesman, Didn't I tell you I was gonna be damned mad if you put a sticker on it? He replied, Oh, we put stickers on all of our cars. My reply, But in a few minutes, it won't be YOURS. It'll come off as soon as we get home. They've never gotten another penny from me. Wilton - Original Message - From: E M pokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 1:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Being white cars, I don't think fading would be as big a deal than if the paint was darker. If it's just the stick on type, I'm sure you could get it off, and then use a mild compound to flatten out, and remove any glue. I also tell the dealer when I get a new car, NO DEALER STICKERS on my car, unless you want to send me a cheque monthly for helping out with your advertising! If it's a used vehicle on the lot, as I've bought before, I just carefully remove them with a carpenters razor blade, compound, then wax. Can't even see where the sticker has been. I've never done it on a car more than a couple of years old, so after that, differences in paint shade may happen, due to fading. I'm just not a sticker of any type kinda guy. I think with a new Benz, there is a no charge delete option, to remove all the model badging. I know BMW offer it. The times I've seen it, it here, it's often to try and conceal that the entry level car was purchased. My understanding, in Germany, it is more common for the higher end models to opt for the option, to be more stealthy. I tend to prefer the low profile, don't flaunt it approach myself. That's not to say I don't still want the twin turbo V12 engine under the hood, I just don't want the Ferrari guys to see what's about to hit them! hee hee. Ed 300E On 9 November 2010 10:26, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: Wilton and I also commented on that; both pin striping colors match the interior colors (maroon for Wilton, blue for me). Mine is in pretty shabby shape, and I'm tempted to try to remove it but would probably not be too happy with the end result. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of E M Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 10:25 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch Nice cars gents. Interesting, I notice pin-striping on both cars. A neighbour brought her 420 SEL up here a few years ago, when she moved from the US. I had pin-striping too. Was this a factory thing in the US? I don't think I've even seen a Mercedes in a Canadian showroom, new or older models, with pin-stripes. Ed 300E no pin stripes. On 9 November 2010 08:10, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: I've had very good luck following a fast runner about 300 or 400 yards back, so they absorb the ticket but I can react to their sudden braking and slow down without getting attention from the law. Haven't had a ticket since about 1989. NC and VA and WDC, on the other hand, are usually heavily enforced and I watch the speed very closely in those states. Here's a couple of pix from our rendezvous; a beautiful blond urchin in pajamas (picture 2) insisted on asking for a ride in my sexy wagon, and my Wife let her in! Wilton was jealous - he needs to get a wagon too I think. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of WILTON Sent: Saturday, November 06, 2010 4:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch So you lucked out and SCHP missed a good chance to replenish their coffers? ;))) 'Glad to know you made it home safely. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil To: Mercedes Discussion
Re: [MBZ] someone must want this
Allan Streib wrote: 190d with a 5-speed... http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/2039993061.html A 190D 2.5 that gets 44mpg with a dead odometer? Not only is the claimed mileage at least 20% high, how would they know if the ODO reads 0mpg? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
Perhaps a sign shop is a good choice. while waiting for my yard signs to be made I saw two workers doing a sheriff's car. One was selecting patterns on a computer screen, clicking run and a machine loaded with a roll, cut the piece. The other guy was coming and going to the car and stayed ahead of the guy inside. The car looked nice. Harry 86 300 SDL I would imagine you still need to make a tape guideline or something. Even with that, I'd probably be all over the panels! lol Maybe tint shops and other places that offer such services also offer striping at a reasonable price? Ed 300E ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] someone must want this
GPS? Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 7:08 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] someone must want this Allan Streib wrote: 190d with a 5-speed... http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/2039993061.html A 190D 2.5 that gets 44mpg with a dead odometer? Not only is the claimed mileage at least 20% high, how would they know if the ODO reads 0mpg? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W126 Euro headlights?
Randy - Hadn't thought about that. You're probably right. Of course on my '81 cars the stock lighting is all with regular fuses. The stock configuration is such that there is one fuse for each bulb so if you lost one low beam fuse you would still have the other low beam and both high beams. I'm trying to remember the way I wired the relay kit and I believe that there are now just two 60A fuses. One for Lows and one for Highs. So if you did lose one fuse you would still have either both lows or both highs. If I was to do it over again I think I would go to my local McParts and buy the new style fuses holders with a pigtail that use the double spade connection type fuses that they use on all the new cars. I guess it would be good as well to go back to using 4 fuses or the circuit breakers too. Barry I keep seeing references to fuses and headlights. Is that not considered poor practice? My recollection is that one should use circuit breakers for headlights in the hope that they will re-set themselves if there is a momentary problem and not just burn out and leave you in the dark. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] someone must want this
Mitch wrote: A 190D 2.5 that gets 44mpg with a dead odometer? Wasn't there a 2.2 diesel? What makes you think this is a 2.5? mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] someone must want this
Mountain Man wrote: Mitch wrote: A 190D 2.5 that gets 44mpg with a dead odometer? Wasn't there a 2.2 diesel? What makes you think this is a 2.5? It's a 1986, not a '83 or '84, and I assume it's a US model. 190E gave you a choice of 2.3 or 2.6, 190D were 2.2 for two years, then 2.5 through 1989. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
In the 60s and early 70s, BMW motorcycle tanks were all hand pinstriped. I changed my 70 /5 from silver/Blue to the classic Schwarz/weiss colors. I found a guy down by the river in Nauvoo, Il who was supposed to be good at hand pinstriping. After I had the tank painted Black imron, I took it to him for striping, which he said was no problem, as he had done many BMW tanks. I also asked him to do some additional lettering and scrollwork. When I got the tank back, I was amazed at the artwork he had done. All by hand. I still have the tank. He told me that pinstriping was done with flat leather brushes I think JCWhitney still sells the flat pinstriping brushes. What about those JC Whitney striping kits, with the bottle fed stripe rollers and guide wheel to hold a straight line? Do they still sell those things? I would guess, like most painting gadgets that are marketed to amateurs, that you would have mediocre results. If they were really so great, the pros would use them, but they don't, they pinstripe by hand. Same with professional house painters, they don't use all those edging gadgets or even tape most of the time. They have a good brush and they cut in around trim and fixtures by hand. Allan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W126 Euro headlights?
I keep seeing references to fuses and headlights. Is that not considered poor practice? My recollection is that one should use circuit breakers for headlights in the hope that they will re-set themselves if there is a momentary problem and not just burn out and leave you in the dark. The stock MB solution is fuses. Seems to work great. You want more than one, though, so that one fuse flaking out doesn't hurt you too bad. (Stock is 5, IIRC.) Breakers aren't exactly 100% reliable, either. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] ADHD
Uh ... You're a loser. On Mon, Nov 8, 2010 at 12:02 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Your a looser. --R -- When the gods wish to punish us, they answer our prayers. -- Oscar Wilde ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Real flying
I'm leaning this way right now -- http://www.doubleeagleairplane.com/ On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 8:42 AM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Go ahead; just write check. ;)) Wilton -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear spring link and supporting link RR
I'll keep that in mind. I'm going to get a quote from a frame/alignment shop next week - might save myself the hassle if the price isn't too high. On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 2:26 PM, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: OK Don, I'll be doing the same job shortly on my '95. Looks like if you remove the spring link (no spring compressor required, just jack stands and a floor jack), then you'll have access to press out the old and press in the new. If you fabricate sleeves and pieces to work with the Harbor Freight ball joint press, I'd be happy to rent them or purchase them from you. -Max -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Is this something I'd want to get into?
My 2001 ML 320 gets 22.3mpg on the highway, and 19 in town. I paid twice that for mine, but it had $7200 of work done on it before I bought it. Water pump, radiator, power steering pump, and the alternator were the biggies. It doesn't seem to be too hard to work on, though I've only messed with the expansion valve and receiver/dryer so far. You do need a set each of male and female torx bits/sockets - they are everywhere on that car. It dirves/rides like a truck - which is what it is - don't expect it to drive like a W124. It's a well behaved truck, but there's nothing soft about it (other than the seats after a leatherique treatment). The all wheel drive is a chain in the transfer case, with independent wheel braking for traction loss management. I'll see how that works this winter. I did not see anything in the owners manual about replacing all four tires at once, but I wasn't looking for it, since that's what I do as SOP. I found quite a bit of information about the W163 at http://www.mbworld.org/forums/m-class-w163-10/. On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 3:42 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: I know that's true on viscous-coupling AWD systems such as used by VW and Audi in that era, is that what the ML uses also? Allan OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] someone must want this
My son's '84 190D 2.2 5-speed gets 42 on the highway - but he drives it like he stole it ALL the time. He loves driving it, and that one looks alot better than my son's does. My technical data manual lists only the 2.5 Diesel in '86. On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 7:47 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Mountain Man wrote: Mitch wrote: A 190D 2.5 that gets 44mpg with a dead odometer? Wasn't there a 2.2 diesel? What makes you think this is a 2.5? It's a 1986, not a '83 or '84, and I assume it's a US model. 190E gave you a choice of 2.3 or 2.6, 190D were 2.2 for two years, then 2.5 through 1989. -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] W126 Euro headlights?
That's one reason there are spare fuses in the fuse box! - You have to stop and change the blown fuse - you'd have to stop and reset a breaker - seems the same either way to me. On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 7:59 PM, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: I keep seeing references to fuses and headlights. Is that not considered poor practice? My recollection is that one should use circuit breakers for headlights in the hope that they will re-set themselves if there is a momentary problem and not just burn out and leave you in the dark. The stock MB solution is fuses. Seems to work great. You want more than one, though, so that one fuse flaking out doesn't hurt you too bad. (Stock is 5, IIRC.) Breakers aren't exactly 100% reliable, either. -- Jim -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear spring link and supporting link RR
Take off the wheel carrier and take it to the alignment shop, along with the new bushings. Not too much money. When I did mine, I think it was $35. (after you recover from sicker shock at that the shop wants to RR and align.) I'll keep that in mind. I'm going to get a quote from a frame/alignment shop next week - might save myself the hassle if the price isn't too high. On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 2:26 PM, Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 meade.m.dil...@navy.mil wrote: OK Don, I'll be doing the same job shortly on my '95. Looks like if you remove the spring link (no spring compressor required, just jack stands and a floor jack), then you'll have access to press out the old and press in the new. If you fabricate sleeves and pieces to work with the Harbor Freight ball joint press, I'd be happy to rent them or purchase them from you. -Max -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
At what price? I hate that empty plate spot in the front bumper. That's one reason I mounted the Aussie kangaroo that Fay nad Hendrick brought -- it does add a bit of unusual class to the smoke silver W124. On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 1:10 PM, Rusty Cullens buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote: Yes, still available. Rusty Cullens -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Enjoyable lunch
I have an old brass pin-striper - it's a cylinder with a plunger, and a knurled wheel running in a slot at the bottom. There's a guide arm on one side that's adjustable, but it's just a brass rod. I've never tried to use it - it looks like paint would just run right out around the wheel. I pin-striped my '51 VW when I re-painted it in college - by hand. It was OK, but not perfectly straight like the pro can do. On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 6:53 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: In the 60s and early 70s, BMW motorcycle tanks were all hand pinstriped. I changed my 70 /5 from silver/Blue to the classic Schwarz/weiss colors. I found a guy down by the river in Nauvoo, Il who was supposed to be good at hand pinstriping. After I had the tank painted Black imron, I took it to him for striping, which he said was no problem, as he had done many BMW tanks. I also asked him to do some additional lettering and scrollwork. When I got the tank back, I was amazed at the artwork he had done. All by hand. I still have the tank. He told me that pinstriping was done with flat leather brushes I think JCWhitney still sells the flat pinstriping brushes. -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 124 rear spring link and supporting link RR
I couldn't get the lower bolt out of the wheel carrier with a 4# hammer -- guess I could leave it on the lower control arm and take the whole thing to them to press out --- On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 7:35 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Take off the wheel carrier and take it to the alignment shop, along with the new bushings. Not too much money. When I did mine, I think it was $35. (after you recover from sicker shock at that the shop wants to RR and align.) -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Real flying
Hey, maybe I could afford one of those! Wilton - Original Message - From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 9:09 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Real flying I'm leaning this way right now -- http://www.doubleeagleairplane.com/ On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 8:42 AM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Go ahead; just write check. ;)) Wilton -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Real flying
Anytime I've heard an old VW engine wound up to where it sounds like that, it wasn't very long before it went BANG! hee hee. Ed 300E On 9 November 2010 22:33, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Hey, maybe I could afford one of those! Wilton - Original Message - From: OK Don okd...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, November 09, 2010 9:09 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Real flying I'm leaning this way right now -- http://www.doubleeagleairplane.com/ On Tue, Nov 9, 2010 at 8:42 AM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Go ahead; just write check. ;)) Wilton -- OK Don 2001 ML320 1992 300D 2.5T 1990 300D 2.5T 1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] I wonder what this gem is...
...240D? 280E? Grey market 300D or 230E?.. Likely a 280E since the top of 1st gear mark is at 34+mph. Second, that style of headlight was not in the low end models which eliminates the 4-cylinder model. Had both styles of 123 Euro lights and know the difference on sight. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
