Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

108s are expensive to sort out, especially 4.5s.  They all need all the
fuel hoses, timing chain, wiring harness repairs - none of these things
impact the 6 cylinder cars.  Running 4.5s in nice cosmetic condition are
worth mid to high teens, but often sell for more at auction.

I often recommend 6 cylinder cars over 4.5s, unless someone really wants
the extra power and has the means to spend an extra $10-20k to sort out the
car.

I have two 4.5s right now... gotta sell one at least

Jaime


On Sat, Jul 13, 2024 at 4:11 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> What would a reasonable amount to pay for one in decent cosmetic shape
> that might need some reasonable mechanical work? I would prefer a 4.5, I
> think. I have never had a 108 aside from a few parts cars.  I know there is
> some sort of issue with hydraulic suspension compensator something or other.
>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Jul 13, 2024, at 2:41 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > It’s likely more dependent on condition than anything else. Nice ones
> are going to command big bucks, but maybe buyers are starting to realize
> what a nightmare they can be to restore?
> >
> > -D
> >
> >> On Jul 13, 2024, at 9:25 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> I wish I would have bought one years ago when they were much cheaper.
> According to some people, they say the demand and prices for them are
> dropping like a rock. Anyone seeing that?
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone
> >>
> >>>> On Jul 13, 2024, at 11:15 AM, David Bruckmann via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> For perspective: my less-than-100k-original-miles California 1972 W108
> >>> 280SEL 4.5 with original paint and no accidents, full leather interior,
> >>> cost $3800 when I bought it in 2007.
> >>>
> >>> I wouldn't drive it ONE FOOT before replacing all the rubber underhood
> fuel
> >>> injection hoses. Any D-Jetronic-equipped engine is a flamethrower
> waiting
> >>> to happen unless those hoses are serviceable.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>>> On Sat, Jul 13, 2024, Andrew Strasfogel wrote:
> >>>>
> >>>>
> >>>> If it were running and moving I might be tempted...
> >>>>
> >>>> On Fri, Jul 12, 2024 at 8:45?PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
> >>>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>>
> >>>>> That doesn?t seem like a $4900 car even though it looks pretty nice.
> >>>>>
> >>>>> --FT
> >>>>> Sent from iF?n
> >>>>>
> >>>>>> On Jul 12, 2024, at 8:15?PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
> >>>>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>>>>
> >>>>>> ?The seller writes:  "I don't have any time [to put the car in
> running
> >>>>>> condition].  The car runs. Selling as is.  The engine turns.  Needs
> new
> >>>>>> gas."
> >>>>>>
> >>>>>>> On Fri, Jul 12, 2024 at 8:31?AM Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes <
> >>>>>>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>> All 108s, including 4.5s, could be had with leather and MB Tex.  I
> >>>>> current
> >>>>>>> own one of each with a 4.5, both short wheelbase.
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>> Even a 250S could have leather.  Only exception might be the odd
> ball
> >>>>>>> 108.015 300SE? the steel sprung M189 powered car?. They might all
> have
> >>>>>>> leather.  I have one in the shop now, it?s quite a machine!
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>> Jaime
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>> Jaime Kopchinski
> >>>>>>> https://classicworkshop.com/
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>> On Thu, Jul 11, 2024 at 4:45?PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
> >>>>>>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>>> I drove over to have a look. Rust issues  include gaping hole in
> >>>> trunk
> >>>>>>>> spare tire well, corroded battery tray, holes in rear of both
&g

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

All 108s, including 4.5s, could be had with leather and MB Tex.  I current
own one of each with a 4.5, both short wheelbase.

Even a 250S could have leather.  Only exception might be the odd ball
108.015 300SE… the steel sprung M189 powered car…. They might all have
leather.  I have one in the shop now, it’s quite a machine!

Jaime


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On Thu, Jul 11, 2024 at 4:45 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
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> I drove over to have a look. Rust issues  include gaping hole in trunk
> spare tire well, corroded battery tray, holes in rear of both front
> fenders.  Has been sitting in the sun so all door seals are rotted.  Still,
> the interior is surprisingly fresh and there is no bad smell.  Owner is
> going to get it running but front right brake caliper is seized so it must
> be towed away.  Has been in same family for 30+ years and there is a paper
> trail + documents.  Biggest issue would probably be the rust, assuming the
> drive train checks out.
>
>
> On Thu, Jul 11, 2024 at 10:07 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
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>
> > I like that. Could be a nice rolling resto.
> >
> > —FT
> >
> > Sent from my iPad
> >
> > > On Jul 10, 2024, at 4:47 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > Might be worth a look.  Red interior is special, although the engine
> bay
> > > seems quite corroded.  Thoughts?
> > >
> >
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Re: [MBZ] Tires for my 1980 300SD

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Vredestein Sprint Classics in 185R14 are a great choice for a 300SD, and
it’s the original size.

195 70 14 works, but the choices are getting worse and worse.  Except you
can now get Pirelli CN36s in that size.

I just put a set of Michelin MXV 185R14s on my 300SD… pricey but super
cool.  I put them on a lot of customer cars so I wanted to experience them
myself.

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On Sat, Jun 8, 2024 at 4:37 PM Craig via Mercedes 
wrote:

> So I had the car up on four jackstands to bleed the brakes and had the
> thought of looking for the date code on the tires. I had trouble finding
> the information because it doesn't look like the examples I saw on-line.
>
> I finally decided the information in the first attached picture has the
> date code at its end.
>
> And to think I have been driving all over the middle part of this
> country ...
>
> The tires look new, though, as the second and third pictures show.
>
> I will need to get new tires for my W116 300SD (including the spare,
> which is worse than the road tires).
>
> Does anyone have any recommendations / experiences?
>
> Thanks,
>
>
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Re: [MBZ] OT - Ultrasonic Cleaners

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Yes, I has two Brandon’s I got off eBay.  They’re excellent professional
cleaners, mostly designed for lab use.  I use them frequently for carbs and
other smaller things.

They make a great line of cleaners for them include one that will strip
rust and leave you with bare steel!

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On Wed, May 29, 2024 at 12:13 AM Rick Knoble via Mercedes <
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> Yep. He recommended a Branson. They are on eBay.
>
> Rick
>
> Get Outlook for Android
> 
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> Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT - Ultrasonic Cleaners
>
> On Tue, 28 May 2024 21:41:22 -0400 Allan Streib via Mercedes
>  wrote:
>
> > Keep an eye on govdeals.com for university surplus. I don’t see any at
> > the moment but would guess they are available from time to time.
>
> Try asking Jamie, too. We had a discussion about ultrasonic cleaners in
> the past.
>
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Re: [MBZ] W108 heater fan - do I really need to split apart the heater box?

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You do need to split the box, but that’s not the hard part… getting it out
and back in is more difficult.

Overall it’s not a horrible job, it’s just something the internet loves to
complain about.

I’m about to do one in my 4.5, the blower died last winter :(

Jaime


On Mon, Nov 13, 2023 at 5:32 PM David Bruckmann via Mercedes <
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> Hello again,
>
> After resting on my laurels for too long, I'm getting ready to replace the
> electric motor in the heater box. It seems to me that this requires
> splitting the box apart in order to extricate the motor. There are wire
> clips that appear to secure the motor itself, but surely the fan needs to
> be pulled off the shaft, no?
>
> Could this be one last, final twist of the knife from the Daimler-Benz
> engineers? It's not enough that they built the whole car around the heater
> box... they had to build the whole car around the fan motor! Sigh.
>
> D.
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Re: [MBZ] Differentials

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I have a “new” 2.24 W126 diff, if that’s useful to you!  I bought a parts
stash and there were several new from MB diffs in there, NOS.

Jaime


On Wed, Jun 7, 2023 at 2:47 PM Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes <
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> Has anyone else run into a serial differential swapping issue? I have been
> through about four differentials in the past year on the 300td and the
> 560sel. Originals started whining so I thought I was doing a good thing by
> swapping, but then the replacement on the wagon seems to have blown a seal
> and is trying to seize up while the 560 locked up tight on the 405
> yesterday leaving the car in the slow lane and me running upstream on the
> other side of the jersey wall frantically waving off traffic like that guy
> in Team America, just waiting for someone to plow into it until the chp
> arrived to shut the whole freeway down. Total drag.
>
> I would happily put a new or factory rebuild in, but since they are nla and
> no one can figure out the rebuild, I guess its back to boneyard roulette!
>
> I thought these things never went out, but as serious transportation
> solution this is making my cars sort of a joke. Time for a Bolt or a second
> Lexus or something I guess. My Dad has a pickup he has been trying to get
> me to drive, so maybe that is the answer. I have never experienced this
> problem before, but there doesnt seem to be a reliable solution. I can
> recall taking the diff out of our 55 convertible in the 1990s and taking it
> to the diff shop to get it rebuilt. Doesnt seem that hard. For some reason
> a mercedes diff is just a paperweight when it is worn out. Unbelievably
> stupid engineering.
>
> On Wed, Jun 7, 2023, 9:15 AM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com>
> wrote:
>
> > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/907861446943871/v
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> >
> >
> > AZBob
> >
> >
> >
> > Sent from Mail  for
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Re: [MBZ] Green W108 for Kaleb

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Dean is a good guy, really passionate about the cars and puts a huge amount
of effort into the cars he sells.  Definitely not your typical flipper.

On Fri, Jun 2, 2023 at 3:14 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> Anything sold by that slimy used car salesman Dean, people seem to fall
> all over themselves to buy.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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> > On Jun 2, 2023, at 1:53 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes 
> wrote:
> >
> > On 2023-06-02 13:08, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:
> >> But not his price!
> >
> > $75k for a regular 4.5 sedan?
> >
> > Is it worth that much in that condition these days, or did the 30kmi not
> actual odometer reading hit the low mileage BAT jackpot?
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Re: [MBZ] CIS pressure gauge?

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

I make a lot of pressure measurement setups myself with parts from McMaster
Carr for fuel pressures, transmissions, etc.  D Jet is very easy - simplest
solution is a gauge with barb hose adapter installed in place of the cold
start valve.  You can get fancy and T off one of the longer fuel hoses if
you want to keep the cold start injector in the loop.

Jaime


On Mon, Feb 27, 2023 at 10:51 PM mitch--- via Mercedes <
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> On 2023-02-27 00:57, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote:
> > You need one of Uncle Kent's gauges.
> >
> > https://youtu.be/QSz6GhEMV00
>
> That's a D-Jetronic gauge, for electronic fuel injection.
>
>
> >
> > This may help?
> >
> > https://youtu.be/Oyh2VByPGXw
>
> That's what I made about 35 years ago for K-Jetronic CIS.
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Re: [MBZ] New Mercedes operating system MB.OS

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I think most people feel this way - even subscriptions for online services
are annoying to most customers.  I don't think consumers will get behind
these kinds of services/features.

Jaime


On Wed, Feb 22, 2023 at 7:30 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
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> Agreed, I want to buy a thing and own the thing. I hate having to pay
> again and again for a thing...
>
> -Curt
>
> On Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 05:50:59 PM EST, Randy Bennell via
> Mercedes  wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
> The young folks may not mind paying monthly fees for such but I cannot
> see most older folks thinking that is acceptable. Ford's crazy idea to
> make command start work through your mobile phone and charge you a
> monthly fee for it is silly. Thankfully, my truck is old enough to
> predate all that nonsense. My son's truck is new enough to be caught up
> in that but he bought it used and the previous owner had already had an
> aftermarket command start installed so he doesn't pay for monthly service.
>
> I am still annoyed that Google is trying to push features onto me that I
> neither need nor want and insisting that I pay them a monthly fee. I
> need to figure out how to dump them.
>
> Randy
>
>
> On 22/02/2023 4:17 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:
> > Yep in other words a recurring subscription model to access features and
> functionality.
> >
> >
> >
> > On Wed, Feb 22, 2023, at 17:10, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> >> This was the key takeaway for me:
> >>
> >>
> >>*  Unlocking financial opportunity: Software-enabled revenues to
> >> evolve to high single-digit billion EUR figure by end of decade; MB.OS
> >> expected to enhance productivity and development speed; software
> >> investments within existing financial landscape
> >>
> >> -D
> >>
> >> On Feb 22, 2023, at 2:47 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes
> >> mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
> >>
> >>
> https://media.mbusa.com/releases/software-architects-mercedes-benz-previews-its-operating-system-mbos
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Re: [MBZ] 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300

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Does look pretty reasonable for the price, especially if its a rust free
car.  They're all going up in value.

Jaime


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> Looks like a California version. It’s got the displaced air cleaner.
>
> Nice car, price isn’t too ridiculous considering what these are bringing.
> My former 85 300CD had at least this many miles on it and it would still
> chirp the wheels shifting into second gear.
>
> -D
>
> > On Feb 21, 2023, at 10:52 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
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> >
> > Check out this item on OfferUp. https://offerup.co/KHM8i8DcAxb
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> > Sweet. Get yur wallet out, boys.
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Re: [MBZ] Lots of rust?

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Could be worse in terms of rust.  Again, nice seats on this one.

Jaime


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Re: [MBZ] Seats sure look nice

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Those seats do look great.  Looks like a perfect parts car.

Jaime


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Re: [MBZ] [Daveslist] Little Jamie

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Yes, another state would be easier.  But there are customers here.  And I
don't have much interest in moving at this point.

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> On 2023-02-19 17:46, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes wrote:
> > I rented a pretty large space in a commercial building.  I had to get a
> > zoning variance, which took quite a bit of time and money (as Pierre
> > mentioned).
>
> Would it be easier in a less regulated state?
> Does Chris' estate still have a warehouse to sell you?
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Re: [MBZ] [Daveslist] Little Jamie

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

Which words!?  After all those people did the proofreading for me...

Jaime


On Sun, Feb 19, 2023 at 8:02 PM Craig via Mercedes 
wrote:

> On Sun, 19 Feb 2023 17:10:18 -0500 Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes
>  wrote:
>
> > Thanks Kaleb,
> > Its been a secret up to now as I needed my day job until I had the shop
> > secured.  I've reached the "no turning back point", so it was time to
> > give notice and work and get the word out to start advertising a bit.
> >
> > Heres our website:
> > https://classicworkshop.com
>
> Looks good (though there are some misspelled words, if you care).
>
> I wish you success!
>
>
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Re: [MBZ] [Daveslist] Little Jamie

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

I rented a pretty large space in a commercial building.  I had to get a
zoning variance, which took quite a bit of time and money (as Pierre
mentioned).

The traditional gas station repair shop doesn't work for the classic
business.  First, they're expensive because they have good visibility and
traffic, which doesn't do anything for me.  And they offer no indoor
storage for cars, which is critical to do the work seriously.

Jaime


On Sun, Feb 19, 2023 at 5:25 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> Are you renting a commercial shop or doing it out of your home shop? The
> shop here at the house is actually a commercial shop. In fact the PO ran a
> body shop out of it. If I were to finish cleaning it up and organizing it,
> I could run a business out of it. I’m about 45-1 hour north of Tulsa and am
> not really sure if folks would make the drive to have their MB serviced.
> There are 1 or 2 shops in Tulsa that supposedly specialize in MB but they
> appear to be rip offs to me. When I say specialize I mean they work on them
> but not necessarily in the business of restoring classic MBs to fully
> functioning. There is an old German dude in Tulsa that was just him and a
> helper. Dude is still going but he has to be well over 80 by now. He knew
> what he was doing.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Feb 19, 2023, at 4:11 PM, Jaime Kopchinski 
> wrote:
> >
> > Thanks Kaleb,
> > Its been a secret up to now as I needed my day job until I had the shop
> > secured.  I've reached the "no turning back point", so it was time to
> give
> > notice and work and get the word out to start advertising a bit.
> >
> > Heres our website:
> > https://classicworkshop.com
> >
> > Jaime
> >
> >
> >> On Sun, Feb 19, 2023 at 4:35 PM Kaleb Striplin 
> wrote:
> >>
> >> Apparently he has announced on Fakebook that he is leaving the corporate
> >> world behind and going to work on cars full time. I can’t believe he did
> >> not let us in on the secret early. I wish him the best. That has always
> >> been my dream to do something similar but 2 major things hold me back.
> 1,
> >> health insurance. If my spouse had a job with insurance I might have
> tried
> >> it out long ago. 2, I’m afraid if I was to do it full time, It might be
> too
> >> much like work and I may get tired of it. Currently, if I feel like
> working
> >> on cars, I do. It’s my escape. During my day job I have to deal with
> people
> >> and issues all day. When I go out to the shop, I can be alone and and
> not
> >> have to deal with people.
> >>
> >> If for some reason I found myself unemployed, I’m sure I could fall back
> >> on it hopefully. Anyway, anyone who takes their classic MB to Jamie
> would
> >> be in good hands.
> >>
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone
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Re: [MBZ] [Daveslist] Little Jamie

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

Haha, yes, that was me he was talking about!  A few people figured it out
and asked me

On Sun, Feb 19, 2023 at 5:19 PM Rick Knoble via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> Very cool. I knew it was you when Pierre put out this video a couple of
> months ago, but I thought best not to mention it.
>
> https://youtu.be/s5Cy0FWFkok
>
> Congratulations and best wishes for your success!
>
>
> Rick
>
> From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
> Sent: February 19, 2023 4:11 PM
> To: davesl...@okiebenz.com
> Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
> Cc: jaime...@gmail.com; mercedes@okiebenz.com
> Subject: Re: [MBZ] [Daveslist] Little Jamie
>
> Thanks Kaleb,
> Its been a secret up to now as I needed my day job until I had the shop
> secured.  I've reached the "no turning back point", so it was time to give
> notice and work and get the word out to start advertising a bit.
>
> Heres our website:
> https://classicworkshop.com
>
> Jaime
>
>
> On Sun, Feb 19, 2023 at 4:35 PM Kaleb Striplin  wrote:
>
> > Apparently he has announced on Fakebook that he is leaving the corporate
> > world behind and going to work on cars full time. I can’t believe he did
> > not let us in on the secret early. I wish him the best. That has always
> > been my dream to do something similar but 2 major things hold me back. 1,
> > health insurance. If my spouse had a job with insurance I might have
> tried
> > it out long ago. 2, I’m afraid if I was to do it full time, It might be
> too
> > much like work and I may get tired of it. Currently, if I feel like
> working
> > on cars, I do. It’s my escape. During my day job I have to deal with
> people
> > and issues all day. When I go out to the shop, I can be alone and and not
> > have to deal with people.
> >
> > If for some reason I found myself unemployed, I’m sure I could fall back
> > on it hopefully. Anyway, anyone who takes their classic MB to Jamie would
> > be in good hands.
> >
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
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Re: [MBZ] [Daveslist] Little Jamie

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

Thanks Kaleb,
Its been a secret up to now as I needed my day job until I had the shop
secured.  I've reached the "no turning back point", so it was time to give
notice and work and get the word out to start advertising a bit.

Heres our website:
https://classicworkshop.com

Jaime


On Sun, Feb 19, 2023 at 4:35 PM Kaleb Striplin  wrote:

> Apparently he has announced on Fakebook that he is leaving the corporate
> world behind and going to work on cars full time. I can’t believe he did
> not let us in on the secret early. I wish him the best. That has always
> been my dream to do something similar but 2 major things hold me back. 1,
> health insurance. If my spouse had a job with insurance I might have tried
> it out long ago. 2, I’m afraid if I was to do it full time, It might be too
> much like work and I may get tired of it. Currently, if I feel like working
> on cars, I do. It’s my escape. During my day job I have to deal with people
> and issues all day. When I go out to the shop, I can be alone and and not
> have to deal with people.
>
> If for some reason I found myself unemployed, I’m sure I could fall back
> on it hopefully. Anyway, anyone who takes their classic MB to Jamie would
> be in good hands.
>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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Re: [MBZ] 2014 electric drive B250e - 7k miles - $12,999

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

I drove them a bit when they were new.  I thought the B class was a really
neat car.  Not really what you'd expect from a Mercedes, but very useful
space in a small car and well designed.  And fun to drive.  The low range
is not an issue around town.

Jaime

On Fri, Feb 10, 2023 at 12:23 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> Haven't seen one of these before. Wonder how long it took to get it here
> from Kalifornia with 100 mile range. Trailered it I guess? Or took a 20-day
> leisurely drive?
>
> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/754732879018356
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Re: [MBZ] MBZParts

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

They're been asking for money from people in various forms for a while now,
calling it an "investment".  They bit off way more than they could chew
last year when they bought a warehouse full of classic parts and had no
means to store or move them, resulting in a fire sale.

I buy a lot of classic parts all the time and their site never comes up for
me when I google part numbers - I'd guess they're doing something wrong.

Jaime


On Tue, Jan 3, 2023 at 5:06 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> Oh yeah. I remember those guys. Looks like their business model needs some
> help.
>
> --FT
> Sent from iFōn
>
> > On Jan 3, 2023, at 4:49 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > No, this is somebody that goes around buying up good running cars and
> parting them out in order to make money.
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> >> On Jan 3, 2023, at 3:36 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> Was that from that sketchy guy who bought Rusty’s business that I had
> to get the cops on?  Or is it Jabba?
> >>
> >> --FT
> >> Sent from iFōn
> >>
>  On Jan 3, 2023, at 3:00 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> Did you guys get the email extending the opportunity to become part
> owner of MBZ parts?
> >>>
> >>> AZBob
> >>>
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Re: [MBZ] [Daveslist] CIS

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

Ok, so you mentioned that if you put some fuel down the intake it will run
for a few seconds, correct?  If so, don't have enough fuel, not too much.
If this is the case for sure, then you need to turn up the mixture screw in
the fuel distributor housing with a long 4mm wrench.  Keep track of how
much you turn it - start by turning it in 1/2 a turn and see what happens.
This might get you closer to an idle.  If it dosen't help, put the screw
back to where it was - no need to add additional variables which will
cause issues in the future.

Jaime


On Sat, Dec 17, 2022 at 1:11 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> The fuel pump definitely appears to be running anytime the key is the run
> position. Maybe the relay is stuck on, or bypassed because it’s bad. Where
> is it located?
>
> I do have a pop tester so can test those if needed. The air plate appears
> to be returning to the closed position with the engine off. With the key on
> and fuel pump running, there is quite a bit of resistance pushing it down
> and when you do, I can hear the injectors screaming. So perhaps earlier the
> plate was stuck in the down position. That’s my guess.
>
> I also have the big HF test kit that will supposedly do CIS. I need to
> read up on the procedure.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Dec 17, 2022, at 12:02 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > The pump should only run 1-2 seconds when the key is turned on then
> stop.
> > If its continuing to run, there is an issue with the relay or elsewhere
> in
> > the electrical system.  And, injectors should not spray when the engine
> is
> > off - perhaps the fuel distributor is stuck.  With the engine running,
> they
> > do spray constantly (whats what the C is for).  The flow is controlled by
> > the position of the air flow metering plate.  What position is the plate
> > in?  It should be roughly even with the narrowest part of the bore it
> sits
> > in.  If press down with the fuel pump on there should be some
> > significant resistance and it should return up immediately.  With the
> pump
> > running you should hear the injectors scream as they inject fuel.
> >
> > Some versions have a position switch in the distributor housing that
> > triggers the pump when the metering plate moves down, although I can't
> > remember which ones.  A seized fuel distributor control piston would
> cause
> > the symptoms you describe in this case.  Especially if you pushed it down
> > and it didn't return.
> >
> > You do need a pressure gauge or you're really shooting into the dark. The
> > factory manual has good coverage of how to test and measure CIS.
> >
> > The likelihood that the fuel distributor and WUR are working properly
> after
> > sitting a long time is nil.  Any car I have that sat gets them rebuilt
> > before even attempting to start it.  It prevents a lot of issues.
> >
> > Do you have a diesel pop tester?  You can use it for CIS injectors also,
> > but the pressure way lower.  Replace the gauge with 0-200 psi.  You can
> use
> > it to diagnose leaking or stuck injectors.  Or, just replace them all.
> > Again, its likely needed.
> >
> > If the injectors are flooding the cylinders with the key on, you have
> > multiple issues to resolve before proceeding.
> >
> > Jaime
> >
> >
> >> On Sat, Dec 17, 2022 at 12:20 PM Kaleb Striplin 
> wrote:
> >>
> >> Tried starting the 450. No go. Cracked the lines into and out of the FD
> >> and we have fuel flowing. Poured a little gas down it and it starts for
> a
> >> second or 2. With key on fuel pump is running so I cracked the lines at
> >> each injector, they all have fuel to them. First of all, what could be
> the
> >> issue? Warm up regulator? I guess I would probably need to test the fuel
> >> pressure perhaps it’s the fuel pressure regulator? Seems to have plenty
> of
> >> pressure. After cracking the injectors, it turned over then stopped like
> >> it’s locked. Wtf? Are these injectors spraying the whole tike with the
> key
> >> on and the pump running with the engine not running? If so, I would
> assume
> >> it’s got cylinders full of fuel now. I thought the pump should shut off
> >> after a few seconds if the engine is not running but it appears this one
> >> just runs all the time.
> >>
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Re: [MBZ] [Daveslist] CIS

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

The pump should only run 1-2 seconds when the key is turned on then stop.
If its continuing to run, there is an issue with the relay or elsewhere in
the electrical system.  And, injectors should not spray when the engine is
off - perhaps the fuel distributor is stuck.  With the engine running, they
do spray constantly (whats what the C is for).  The flow is controlled by
the position of the air flow metering plate.  What position is the plate
in?  It should be roughly even with the narrowest part of the bore it sits
in.  If press down with the fuel pump on there should be some
significant resistance and it should return up immediately.  With the pump
running you should hear the injectors scream as they inject fuel.

Some versions have a position switch in the distributor housing that
triggers the pump when the metering plate moves down, although I can't
remember which ones.  A seized fuel distributor control piston would cause
the symptoms you describe in this case.  Especially if you pushed it down
and it didn't return.

You do need a pressure gauge or you're really shooting into the dark. The
factory manual has good coverage of how to test and measure CIS.

The likelihood that the fuel distributor and WUR are working properly after
sitting a long time is nil.  Any car I have that sat gets them rebuilt
before even attempting to start it.  It prevents a lot of issues.

Do you have a diesel pop tester?  You can use it for CIS injectors also,
but the pressure way lower.  Replace the gauge with 0-200 psi.  You can use
it to diagnose leaking or stuck injectors.  Or, just replace them all.
Again, its likely needed.

If the injectors are flooding the cylinders with the key on, you have
multiple issues to resolve before proceeding.

Jaime


On Sat, Dec 17, 2022 at 12:20 PM Kaleb Striplin  wrote:

> Tried starting the 450. No go. Cracked the lines into and out of the FD
> and we have fuel flowing. Poured a little gas down it and it starts for a
> second or 2. With key on fuel pump is running so I cracked the lines at
> each injector, they all have fuel to them. First of all, what could be the
> issue? Warm up regulator? I guess I would probably need to test the fuel
> pressure perhaps it’s the fuel pressure regulator? Seems to have plenty of
> pressure. After cracking the injectors, it turned over then stopped like
> it’s locked. Wtf? Are these injectors spraying the whole tike with the key
> on and the pump running with the engine not running? If so, I would assume
> it’s got cylinders full of fuel now. I thought the pump should shut off
> after a few seconds if the engine is not running but it appears this one
> just runs all the time.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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Re: [MBZ] Fwd: No Reserve: 1972 Mercedes-Benz 220D 4-Speed now live on BaT

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

Not super impressive.

Poor repaint with overspray and orange peel.  And even too light of a green
for 291.  Rough interior (all the seat pads are dead).  Missing rear window
trim isn't easily installed.  Wrong wipers (not so big, but shows how much
the owner doesn't care).  Belt off the AC.  Rust in the floors.

Move along



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> Did the big we see this?
>
> AZBob
>
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> Begin forwarded message:
>
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> *Subject:* *No Reserve: 1972 Mercedes-Benz 220D 4-Speed now live on BaT*
> *Reply-To:* m...@bringatrailer.com
>
> Click the link in this email to head to the listing
>
> [image: Image]
> 
>
> *No Reserve: 1972 Mercedes-Benz 220D 4-Speed on BaT*
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>
> Hi Robert!
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Re: [MBZ] 4.5 Anyone?

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

I agree.  The trunk lid says it all

On Tue, Dec 6, 2022 at 1:22 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> It's a rustbucket.
>
> On Tue, Dec 6, 2022, at 10:31, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:
> > Photos of the engine would help.  Surprisingly nice interior and a pretty
> > shade of light brown.  Might be worth a trip.
> >
> > On Tue, Dec 6, 2022 at 7:02 AM Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> >> Everything is available.  Rebuild it all and it'll work for years.
> Budget
> >> for $5k for parts.
> >>
> >> On Mon, Dec 5, 2022 at 11:19 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
> >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> > How bad are the suspensions on these. Parts are unobtanium?
> >> >
> >> > --FT
> >> > Sent from iFōn
> >> >
> >> > > On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:58 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
> >> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >> > >
> >> > > Lot-o-rust
> >> > >
> >> > > Sent from my iPhone
> >> > >
> >> > >> On Dec 5, 2022, at 9:56 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes <
> >> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >> > >>
> >> > >> Looks like a good project for Jaime.
> >> > >>
> >> > >>
> >> >
> >>
> https://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/d/blue-island-1972-mercedes-sel/7564950782.html
> >> > >>
> >> > >>
> >> > >> Rick
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Re: [MBZ] 4.5 Anyone?

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Everything is available.  Rebuild it all and it'll work for years.  Budget
for $5k for parts.

On Mon, Dec 5, 2022 at 11:19 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
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> How bad are the suspensions on these. Parts are unobtanium?
>
> --FT
> Sent from iFōn
>
> > On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:58 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> >
> > Lot-o-rust
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> >> On Dec 5, 2022, at 9:56 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes <
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> >>
> >> Looks like a good project for Jaime.
> >>
> >>
> https://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/d/blue-island-1972-mercedes-sel/7564950782.html
> >>
> >>
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Re: [MBZ] One For The 116 Guys

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I agree they do work really well when setup correctly.  I put a new servo
in my 116 about 9 years ago (new from MB, plastic body) and it’s still
perfect.

I think this is in part due to the more protected location in a 116.  123s
have them mounted low by the exhaust manifold.  Plus, when I installed mine
the mounting holes were not threaded.  I didn’t have a tap (it’s a standard
thread, not metric) so I left it hanging by the hoses.  It’s quite stable
and this additional protection from shock is likely beneficial, especially
in a diesel.

I’ve been driving the car a lot in the last two weeks and the heat works
very nicely.  I just leave the dial in the middle at 75, I never have to
touch it.  That’s how it should be!

I’ll be putting it away for winter soon, but they still haven’t salted the
roads yet up here.

Jaime


On Thu, Dec 1, 2022 at 8:32 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
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> They actually work pretty well when functional. The big issue are the
> seals in the coolant valve portion, as they’ll leak as it ages and crud up
> the insides. The top portion is pretty straightforward with a circuit board
> with copper traces and a couple of “wipers” that move across them to
> open/close various circuits in the ACC, along with the vacuum valves.
>
> I had one puke in my 79 300TD on a trip home from the Quad Cities
> (Davenport, IA) to Wisconsin. Think 1:00 am on a winter night having to
> stop every 15-20 miles to refill the radiator with water. Not fun.
>
> -D
>
> > On Dec 1, 2022, at 8:18 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > I still have one in a drawer in my garage. I can remember sending a few
> off over the years to someone (was it George Murphy?) to be refurbished.
> Then I also remember buying kits from someone (again, George Murphy?) to
> rebuild them.
> > Getting one of those to work correctly always felt like a big
> accomplishment.
> >
> > AZBob
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> >> On Dec 1, 2022, at 6:07 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> I am not even sure if it is an issue or not. I have not tried it and
> just assumed it does not work.
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone
> >>
> >>> On Nov 30, 2022, at 10:45 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> Climate control on a W116 is not an insignificant issue, with the
> Chrysler ACC system.
> >>>
> >>>>> On Wed, Nov 30, 2022, at 19:34, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
> >>>> Mine just needs front windshield seal, climate control, vacuum,
> tires,
> >>>> and normal service.
> >>>>
> >>>> Sent from my iPhone
> >>>>
> >>>>>> On Nov 30, 2022, at 5:58 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Key phrase here is "once mine is dusted off and fully sorted”. In
> our lifetimes?
> >>>>>
> >>>>> -D
> >>>>>
> >>>>>> On Nov 30, 2022, at 4:03 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>>>>
> >>>>>> While his is probably nicer than mine at the moment because it is
> probably more sorted out, once mine is dusted off and fully sorted, it
> could be a close.
> >>>>>>
> >>>>>> I have decided to do one better and am adding a video tour of Okie
> acres and shop. Stand by for that.
> >>>>>>
> >>>>>> Sent from my iPhone
> >>>>>>
> >>>>>>>> On Nov 30, 2022, at 2:16 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>> Pictures or it doesn’t exist. And I still contend that Pierre’s
> W116 is the nicest one I’ve ever seen.
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>> -D
> >>>>>>>
> >>>>>>>> On Nov 30, 2022, at 3:09 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>>>>>>
> >>>>>>>> Uh no
> >>>>>>>>
> >>>>>>>> Sent from my iPhone
> >>>>>>>>
> >>>>>>>>>> On Nov 30, 2022, at 2:05 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>>>>>>>
> >>>>>>>&g

Re: [MBZ] One For The 116 Guys

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We don’t believe you.

On Wed, Nov 30, 2022 at 12:31 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> You may not believe this, but I have one that is equally as nice, with the
> same mileage but mine has very rare heated seats and rear seat head rests.
> I need to fix the vacuum locks, sort out the AC and climate control, new
> tires etc. it’s also a rare blue color.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Nov 30, 2022, at 11:25 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > I’ve seen that car, and it’s probably one of the best examples of a
> W116 I’ve ever seen. Or, for that matter, any MB of that vintage.
> >
> > -D
> >
> >> On Nov 30, 2022, at 12:20 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >>> On 28/11/2022 1:47 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote:
> >>> https://youtu.be/F0SMA8ISz4A
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> Rick
> >>> ___
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> >>
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Re: [MBZ] W108 heater levers - disconnecting tips?

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I'm glad my instructions are useful!

As for the clips, there are two... the C shaped clips that hold the cable
housing to the lever assembly can be removed with your fingers or a flat
head screwdriver.  They will go flying so be careful.

The second clips are the ones that hold the cables to the levers - the
castelled washers, can just be pried off with a small screw driver.
They'll also go flying if you're not careful.

The outer cables for the lower levers are different - you need to access a
philips head screw from above in order to release the cables.  I assume I
talked about this in the instructions on my site (which I wrote 20 years
ago, so I don't remember).

As for any parts that might go flying, you can order them from the classic
center.  Its best a send a photo of what you need.  There are many many
different variants of these levers and cables and I'm always surprised when
I find another version.

I suspect a new blower motor is in your future.  The one in my 4.5 recently
died and I need to replace it also.  Its not as terrible of a job as the
internet would lead you to believe.  There are more difficult jobs, for
sure.

Good luck
Jaime



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> I'm finally addressing the ventilation system on my W108 280SEL 4.5.
>
> Months ago the fan stopped, with resultant stream of smoke. Today I removed
> the cowl and cabin filters (ordered new ones from MB) and reached in to
> turn the motor. It is VERY stiff, but less so now. Drenched it in ATF and
> will let it sit.
>
> While I'm at it, years ago I ordered new control levers and this seems like
> the right time to install them so that I can actually regulate the fan
> speed, for example.
>
> So I followed Jaime's excellent instructions and I am now at the
> "disconnecting" stage. Is there any advice apart from not losing clips and
> so on? I'm guessing the castellated washers or whatever they're called that
> grip the shaft are simply something one squeezes to release, or am I in for
> a struggle?
>
> Thanks in advance,
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Re: [MBZ] Kleb's color

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I'd say this car looks like a really nice example... but will be very time
consuming and expensive to get back on the road.  But still a really nice
car when you're done.  And the asking price seems like a reasonable entry
point.

Jaime


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> 300SEL 4.5.  Might be worth a trip.
>
> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/767653977638344/?hoisted=false=product_details_code=marketplace_top_picks_story_type=top_picks
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Re: [MBZ] Parts Runner for Jaime?

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Yeah, not bad at all!

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> Not too bad for what it is:
>
> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/635054877486914/
>
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Re: [MBZ] 107

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For proper diagnosis and tuning of D jet you need these items:  the factory
manual, a good multi meter, time, money.  You really need to take your time
to diagnose every circuit to ensure its within spec, there are no wiring
issues, connector issues (common), etc.  And of course, to understand how
it all works together.  When you actually need to replace parts (likely),
injectors, trigger points, MPS sensors, and ECUs are all expensive.  You
need to take the time to repin and replace connectors that are damaged or
corroded.

I've been doing a lot of this lately.  I just finished a 3.5 that was a
real disaster - lots of incorrect parts and tuning by mechanics who had no
business working on these cars.  It would have been much easier to work
with a car not running but in original condition.  Ended up taking me about
25 hours of working for a total bill for the customer of around $8000.
That was just to get the car running properly, there is still much more to
do.

On the flip side, my 280SE 4.5 has about 3000 miles on the engine I rebuilt
this spring.  On the last tank of fuel I averaged 14.5 mpg, which is pretty
damn good!  Took some time to get it really dialed in, especially the MPS.
I've been measuring them and making adjustments on used units to bring them
back to new and it's really successful.

Overall, the 380SL is a better car in lots of ways.  The 450SL has more
power, but power isn't everything.  But I'd probably buy the one in better
condition cosmetically.


On Sat, Sep 24, 2022 at 9:44 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> I have not messed with d jet too much,
> At least it’s been a while. What sort of special tools do you need?
>
> I had a 86 560SL once many years ago. Picked it up for $2500. It was green
> with tan leather. Really nice car and I don’t recall it having anything
> wrong with it. At the moment it’s a mystery to me why I sold that car but
> sold it on eBay for something like $4500 to somebody in Germany. I really
> wish I would have kept that car.
>
> As far as 450s go I would rather have a 78-80 I think but it seems like
> some years were detuned with less power. These do have the servo ACC from
> hell though. The 73 450 in question does have manual climate control, the
> short bumpers, that steering wheel that only the early ones had, and
> hubcaps.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Sep 24, 2022, at 5:38 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > Don has some good questions, but I agree about the points for a 380
> over a 450. 560 is a bat out of hell car, but they’re tough to find in good
> shape for decent prices.
> >
> > If you don’t have the tools and skill for Djet I would avoid it.
> >
> > Later is always better.
> >
> > -D
> >
> >> On Sep 24, 2022, at 12:16 AM, OK Don via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> Desirable for what? For driving - either the very early 350/450 or the
> 560.
> >> The early ones don't have ACC to fight with. The 560 is the most refined
> >> and has enough power. The 380 felt sluggish to me - didn't like it.
> >> I'd want a hard top - had enough of soft tops with the MGA and '58
> Chevy to
> >> last the rest of my life. THe pagoda hardtop is the best looking as
> well.
> >> That's my NSHO.
> >>
> >>> On Fri, Sep 23, 2022 at 10:44 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
> >>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> I have been offered a 73? SL, its been sitting in garage for 8 or so
> >>> years.  Will need fuel tank pulled and cleaned out.  Pump replaced.
> Zero
> >>> rust, very nice paint, interior supposedly OK, converted to electronic
> >>> ignition, has about 200k on it, supposedly new injectors at 190, new
> >>> exhaust at 180, new shocks and springs at 170.  Its red, no hard top.
> >>> Been looking at a 85 which is white, you can read about it here
> >>>
> >>> https://www.ebay.com/itm/125520279598
> >>>
> >>> Doubt I buy either one of them but it just got me to thinking about the
> >>> differences between the early and later cars and if one is more
> >>> desirable that the other, aside from the 560.
> >>>
>  On 9/23/2022 10:37 PM, Jim Cathey wrote:
> >> General question about 107s.  What would be more desirable, an early
> >>> 107, a 72 450 with D Jet, mechanical lifters but converted to
> electronic
> >>> ignition, or a later 85 380?  Is the hard tip missing a huge deal on
> these
> >>> or are they easy to find?
>  For my money, the late 380 is a sweet deal.  Hard tops are easy to
> find,
> >>> or at least
>  used to be.  They all came with one, but many cars were wrecked when
> the
> >>> top was
>  off.  They used to have a bunch hanging in Aurora (in Seattle) when I
> >>> was last there,
>  years ago.  _I_ even have an extra top, I bought it for the defroster
> >>> glass.  I think I paid
>  about $350 for the top, off Craigslist.
> 
>  'Officially', the 380 is the bottom of the list, the 450 the middle,
> and
> >>> the 560 the top.

Re: [MBZ] KLEB CAR ALERT!

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

What a sad way for such an interesting car to ended up.

Would be an interesting parts car... build up full hydro suspension in a
300SD :-)


On Tue, Sep 20, 2022 at 5:20 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
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> Here ‘ya go!
>
>
> https://www.benzworld.org/threads/1984-euro-500-sel-with-factory-6-9-style-hydropneumatic-suspension-in-dallas.3102673/
>
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Re: [MBZ] Insanity - Mercedes Benz 240d - $15,900 (Jacksonville)

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This ones a better deal, and no dash cap:

https://newjersey.craigslist.org/cto/d/edgewater-1982-mercedes-240-diesel-in/7534089026.html



On Thu, Sep 15, 2022 at 4:03 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes <
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> And it's an automatic
>
>
> https://jacksonville.craigslist.org/cto/d/jacksonville-mercedes-benz-240d/7534182470.html
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Re: [MBZ] Tool Boxes

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I have a Craftsman "ball bearing" cabinet I bought on sale back in 2010 or
so and its been excellent, stands up to frequent use and full drawers.

I've been researching more professional cabinets lately and have found
Lista, Vidmar, and Rousseau cabinets to be very nice.  They're not cheap,
but still a fraction of what Snap On boxes cost, which seem to be more for
show than anything else.  Its worth searching these names locally and see
what you find.  Its all custom built, but you might find some really good
used pieces for a good price.

Jaime


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> I believe the Craftsman boxes I bought were their medium to high build -
> they had a lower end offering that was black or a dark color of some sort.
> I didn’t even look at them. Mine are the classic Craftsman red and black.
> Wheels are substantial, ball bearing drawer slides, etc.
>
> I have never owned a (commercial) roll around tool cart/chest, so this was
> a first time purchase for me. I have a wooden roll around cart I built
> about 30 years ago that is still in service in FL and will certainly
> outlast me.
>
> -D
>
> > On Sep 7, 2022, at 1:25 PM, OK Don via Mercedes 
> wrote:
> >
> > I bought a Craftsman top and bottom set at Lowes last year for  most
> stock
> > of airplane parts so they aren't scattered all over the hangar. IIRC,
> it's
> > the 40" wide x 24" deep model. It has nice large wheels - bolted on.
> > I bought a Husky from HD this year to consolidate my mechanicing tools,
> the
> > fabrication tools are still in the odd collection of old boxes.
> > I compared Craftsman, Husky, and HF boxes. Note that they all have two or
> > three levels of build - I call then lite, med., and heavy duty. You have
> to
> > compare the similar builds, not a lite of one to a med. of the other.
> > HF did not have 24" deep drawers in the medium build boxes when I was
> > looking, and the Husky was about the same price with 24" deep drawers.
> > Also note that stock varies frequently these days, the box I wanted was
> not
> > available in OK when I was ready to pull the trigger. I waited about a
> > month, then one appeared at my local store. I quickly bought it on-line
> > with local pickup to lock it in. I had been looking at a different HF box
> > earlier, decided it might be "the one", but it is not even in their
> catalog
> > now.
> > Go and look at them all, decide what size and features you want, then go
> > home and build a spreadsheet and compare what's available.
> >
> > On Wed, Sep 7, 2022 at 2:49 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> >> For what it’s worth, I wouldn’t buy current model Craftsman tools,
> either.
> >> All of mine are legacy tools that either I purchased or were handed
> down to
> >> me from my Dad. Reminds me that I need to order some rebuild kits for my
> >> ratchets….
> >>
> >> The tools that are in those new Craftsman boxes are nearly all HF
> “Quinn”
> >> brand, and I’m very pleased with them so far.
> >>
> >> -D
> >>
> >> On Sep 7, 2022, at 12:35 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
> >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> I quit buying Craftsman the first time I bought an SK ratchet. It opened
> >> my eyes to how bad Craftsman products post 2000 have been. Their
> wrenches
> >> in particular are pure garbage, barely smoothed, never mind polished,
> with
> >> clear casting seams on them. HF wrenches are better quality for half the
> >> price.
> >>
> >> More recently I've bought a few HF ratchets, I was initially wary of
> them
> >> but they've been excellent. I've got a 1/2" drive extendo at camp that
> I've
> >> stood on, it's only like 18" long but that's still 300+# at the ratchet
> >> pawls. It's held up fine. At home I've got one of the 3/8" bending head
> >> ones, works great for very little money.
> >>
> >> -Curt
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> On Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 02:31:39 PM EDT, Bob Rentfro via
> >> Mercedes mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> I wonder when the Craftsman stuff will be on sale again? It’s $598
> >> currently at my Lowes.
> >> I’ll be down by the HF later today so I might pop in and give them a
> look.
> >>
> >> AZBob
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone
> >>
> >> On Sep 7, 2022, at 10:58 AM, dan penoff.com via
> >> Mercedes mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
> >>
> >> When I was looking for a roll-around box for the Flagstaff shop I got a
> >> Craftsman set (bottom box w/drawers, top box w/drawers) from Lowe’s and
> >> I’ve been very happy with them.
> >>
> >> This is the set I got:
> >>
> >>
> >>
> https://www.lowes.com/collections/CRAFTSMAN-S2000-26-in-Red-Closed-Till-Tool-Storage-Collection/GR_2971
> >>
> >> And yes, $500 is a chunk of change for storage, but it’s one area where
> >> the adage about “you get what you pay for” really plays out.
> >>
> >> -D
> >>
> >> On Sep 7, 2022, at 10:14 

Re: [MBZ] Classic Center retirement

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

Haha, I thought I was already being blunt!



On Thu, Sep 1, 2022 at 11:35 AM Rick Knoble via Mercedes <
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> > If your goal is to keep your beater on the road as long as possible and
> cheap as possible, you're not
> the target market for these solutions.
>
> A tactfully put way of saying "if you are stupid enough to cut a hole in
> your hood to roll coal onto the windscreen, we don't want your business".
>
> The older I get, the less tact I have. Not sure if being blunt is a flaw
> or a feature.
>
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Re: [MBZ] Classic Center retirement

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Is not that they "don't care about" them, its simply a matter of suppliers
no longer willing to make the parts and not finding a cost effective
replacement.  If there is a demand, they will try to find a solution.
They're a business, not a parts charity.

Next complaint will be that reworked replacement parts are too expensive.
It takes significant resources to manufacture any parts for any car, new or
old.  Engineers, purchasing, business cases, testing, quality control, raw
materials sourcing, tooling, etc.  They don't just walk up to a machine and
push the "make me door seals for a 123" button.

Think about how you buy your parts...are you supporting the system by
buying from MB genuine?  Or are you looking for the cheapest possible
source regardless of quality?  Then complaining when MB support is gone...

Owners of the 60s cars are happy to pay for parts as the value of their
cars are increasing.  MB responds by making parts available.  (Like 4.5
engine mounts, NLA for a few years, now available again with a new
supplier).

90s car support brings up another issue:  electronics.  If the chips don't
exist to buy anymore, its simply impossible to make the parts.  Period.
But as the value and demand for these cars increases on the collector
market, you will see more solutions appear.  If your goal is to keep your
beater on the road as long as possible and cheap as possible, you're not
the target market for these solutions.



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> How long ago was that? Now days you can’t even get door seals for 123
> coupes. A lot of 124 parts are now unavailable. Many of the ACC vacuum pods
> are NLA. As previously mentioned you can no longer get 123 oil coolers or
> 126 SDL radiators. Vin coded ignition tumblers for 123 124 and 126 are NLA.
> Perhaps they want to support very old cars or very new cars, but middle
> aged 123-126 they don’t care about.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Sep 1, 2022, at 7:57 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > Very true.
> >
> > When I was “restoring” the 65 220SEb I was constantly amazed at the
> parts I could still get from Mercedes, and in most cases, how relatively
> inexpensive they were. For instance, I could still get a lot of rubber
> parts, both seals and suspension. A full set of bushings for the rear swing
> arms were less than $100. New front/rear springs, $110/each.
> >
> > The left front spring was really bad on that car, so bad that corner of
> the car was a good 2” low. Dealer checks on them and none in stock, but not
> NLA. Turns out, they had run out of inventory and were waiting on a new
> order. So they were still sourcing these things over 50 year after the car
> was built!
> >
> > -D
> >
> >> On Sep 1, 2022, at 4:27 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> Try getting parts for 50s and 60s cars.  You'd be amazed how easy it is.
> >>
> >> You have to be creative in this business to find parts, but having a
> source
> >> like the classic center is pretty amazing overall.  It's pretty
> remarkable
> >> what they do have.
> >>
> >> For example, I just bought a vacuum pod for the distributor of a 300SEL
> >> 3.5.  Pretty obscure part, still available, under $100.
> >>
> >> Is it perfect, no of course not, but be thankful they put so much effort
> >> into it, its still pretty special.
> >>
> >> Jaime
> >>
> >>
> >>> On Wed, Aug 31, 2022 at 7:31 PM David Bruckmann via Mercedes <
> >>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> I agree re; NLA parts. And not just obscure stuff, but for example the
> >>> window regulator kit (the little nylon disc and clip) is NLA. Which is
> >>> nuts.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> Kaleb Striplin wrote:
> >>> But they do not have anything that a normal dealer could not order?
> >>> Correct? The number of common parts that are becoming NLA is alarming.
> >>>
> >>>> On Aug 31, 2022, at 4:32 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes <
> >>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>>
> >>>> ?The classic center is alive and well, and even just moved into a new
> >>> (much
> >>>> larger) facility inside the Long Beach VPC.  Tom retired months ago,
> but
> >>>> hes still active online.  I get parts deliveries all the time from
> them,
> >>>> still excellent service and loads of parts in stock.
> >>>>
> >>>

Re: [MBZ] Classic Center retirement

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

Try getting parts for 50s and 60s cars.  You'd be amazed how easy it is.

You have to be creative in this business to find parts, but having a source
like the classic center is pretty amazing overall.  It's pretty remarkable
what they do have.

For example, I just bought a vacuum pod for the distributor of a 300SEL
3.5.  Pretty obscure part, still available, under $100.

Is it perfect, no of course not, but be thankful they put so much effort
into it, its still pretty special.

Jaime


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mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> I agree re; NLA parts. And not just obscure stuff, but for example the
> window regulator kit (the little nylon disc and clip) is NLA. Which is
> nuts.
>
>
> Kaleb Striplin wrote:
> But they do not have anything that a normal dealer could not order?
> Correct? The number of common parts that are becoming NLA is alarming.
>
> > On Aug 31, 2022, at 4:32 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > ?The classic center is alive and well, and even just moved into a new
> (much
> > larger) facility inside the Long Beach VPC.  Tom retired months ago, but
> > hes still active online.  I get parts deliveries all the time from them,
> > still excellent service and loads of parts in stock.
> >
> > Jaime
> >
> >> On Wed, Aug 31, 2022 at 4:16 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
> >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> I have not heard that. I don?t think the classic center really does much
> >> anymore anyway does it? They only have the same parts any other dealer
> has
> >> as far as I know.
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone
> >>
> >>> On Aug 31, 2022, at 3:14 PM, David Bruckmann via Mercedes <
> >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> ?I may be late to the party, but I recently learned that Tom Hanson has
> >>> retired from the MB Classic Center.
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Re: [MBZ] Classic Center retirement

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The classic center is alive and well, and even just moved into a new (much
larger) facility inside the Long Beach VPC.  Tom retired months ago, but
hes still active online.  I get parts deliveries all the time from them,
still excellent service and loads of parts in stock.

Jaime

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> I have not heard that. I don’t think the classic center really does much
> anymore anyway does it? They only have the same parts any other dealer has
> as far as I know.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Aug 31, 2022, at 3:14 PM, David Bruckmann via Mercedes <
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> >
> > I may be late to the party, but I recently learned that Tom Hanson has
> > retired from the MB Classic Center.
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Re: [MBZ] Fuel drain - 24mm hex substitute?

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Randy is correct, you can use an upsidedown spark plug socket.

Jaime


On Mon, Aug 22, 2022 at 1:11 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes <
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> If I recall correctly, I used a spark plug socket upside down. Use the
> socket that has the sort of hex nut machined into the top of it and then
> use an extension pushed in from the bottom. Might need to remove the
> rubber tube that is supposed to hold the spark plug so it does not fall
> out.
>
> Randy
>
>
> On 22/08/2022 12:02 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote:
> > On Sun, 21 Aug 2022 13:24:40 -0700 David Bruckmann via Mercedes
> >  wrote:
> >
> >> Good afternoon,
> >>
> >> What do people use for r & r of the fuel filter/drain for W108, 115, 116
> >> etc?
> >>
> >> I measured it as a 24mm, but those seem very scarce on the ground.
> >> Anyone used a 15/16ths hex instead? I'd just grab it with vice grips to
> >> install, but it seems pretty fragile.
> > 24 mm = 0.9449 inch
> >
> > 15/16 = 0.9375 inch, 0.0074 inch smaller
> >
> > If you can get the 15/16 on the part, it should work just fine. Make
> > sure, however, you get it all the way on -- it may not fit.
> >
> >
> > Craig
> >
> >
>
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Re: [MBZ] [Daveslist] Front bumper appears to be damaged but any value here?

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Its probably a 280SE or 280S if it has a 4 speed.

The 500SE badge is pretty rare, at least.

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> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1352104851983577/
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Re: [MBZ] 30 days till ChowdahQ XV Sept. 10, 2022

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Unfortunately we're not going to make it this year.  It seems family and
friends have other plans for us as we've got a wedding and anniversary
party the same weekend.

Have fun and see you next year!
Jaime


On Thu, Aug 11, 2022 at 9:57 AM Dwight Giles via Mercedes <
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> [image: image.png]
>
> >
> > JUST A REMINDER ABOUT another wonderful celebration of vehicles and
> > camaraderie.  Once again we  will be at Goddard State Park, 1095 Ives
> Road
> > Warwick RI. Sites 40-42.
> > http://www.riparks.com/Locations/LocationGoddard.html
> >
> > We will start to gather about 10AM for coffee and Dunkin Donuts (It is
> New
> > England).  We will start with Chowdah about 1PM.  As always we will have
> > clam loaded Chowdah and Curt's Coleman cooked  food of You Tube Fame .
> Fred
> > Moir  will once again make his famous healthy veggie trays and dips and
> we
> > will have Mary's fresh fruit.  We  will also steam a couple hundred local
> > littleneck clams.
> >
> > As usual, we will have a great time of hood raising, story telling, some
> > games and contests and a drawing for a  gift certificate from  our
> sponsor
> > Fred's Autohaus  in West Warwick RI. No admission charge  but we will
> pass
> > the 240D hubcap for expenses.
> >
> >
> > Dwight E. Giles Jr.
> > 1982 300CD
> > 2005 E320 4matic
> >
> >
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Re: [MBZ] W108 heater blower motor - accessible through cowl vent channels?

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You can definitely reach the top of the blower to clear out debris and see
if it turns by removing the cowl.  Its a bit of a reach, but its possible.

Replacement requires removal of the heater box completely.  Its not quite
as horrible as the internet makes it out to be, but it is a time consuming
job and care must be taken not to break too many things.

Jaime


On Thu, Aug 4, 2022 at 2:06 PM David Bruckmann via Mercedes <
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> Good afternoon,
>
> My '72 280SEL 4.5 has a dead heater blower motor. It was set to "low" and
> when I started the car several months ago, electrical smoke emerged from
> the area above the motor that contains the filters.
>
> My question: I know that people literally cut through the firewall to
> replace the blower in a 115. Is the 108 as bad, or will I be able to
> actually reach the fan itself through the air intakes on the cowl to see if
> it at least turns. I don't think I can REMOVE the motor that way, but it
> would be nice to see if I can at least check whether the fan is seized,
> maybe even put a few drops of ATF on the bearings.
>
> Here's a video (from quite a sensible man, in California, with numerous
> 108-oriented videos) covering the replacement of the cabin air filters
> under the cowl. In part of the video, he shows the insides of the cowl
> area.
>
> Here's the URL
>
> https://youtu.be/55U4y4KqmAE
>
> Thanks for any advice,
>
> D.
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Re: [MBZ] Cleaning out a 116 fuel tank

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

I was able to clean up the tank of my NSU with gravel and acetone... it
worked surprisingly well, but took time and my upper body was sore for a
few days afterwards.  It takes a lot of strength to shake a big fuel tank
with gravel in it.

My first stop would be a radiator shop.  I've since found one that might be
up to the job around here.  I've used others in the past, but the tanks
come back looking so beat up I won't go back

Jaime


On Mon, Jul 4, 2022 at 4:48 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> I wonder if gravel would work?
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Jul 4, 2022, at 2:27 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > I like this. Kudos to Grant for the redneck engineering approach.
> >
> > -D
> >
> >> On Jul 4, 2022, at 3:24 PM, G Mann via Mercedes 
> wrote:
> >>
> >> Close up all the openings on the tank, remove the sending unit and close
> >> that hole. [a piece of plywood will work for what comes next, cut to
> size
> >> and drilled to screw in place].
> >> Get about two coke bottles full of sharp sand, pour the sand into the
> tank,
> >> and about 2 gallons of clean water. Seal up the opening you used to put
> >> sand and water in the tank..
> >> Use nylon ratchet straps to attach the tank to one of your tractor
> wheels
> >> in such a way it doesn't come loose and fall off [this is redneck
> >> engineering 101, so hold ma beer and watch this].
> >> Drive the tractor for "a while" so the water and sand sloshes and
> abrades
> >> the inside of the tank clean.
> >> After you "feel like it might be clean", open the tank fill port and
> drain
> >> out the water and sand... look inside the tank with your inspection
> camera
> >> and see if it's "clean yet" ... if it's not, repeat with fresh sharp
> sand
> >> and water and "take it for another drive" ... repeat as necessary ..
> >> Once the scale and crap are "sanded off" drain the tank.. Then, pressure
> >> wash [or just hose it out with clean water really well to get any sand
> and
> >> scale out, flush it clean.. Then, drain it, dry it... check it.. [or
> drive
> >> it to a car wash and use soap and water.. then clean and flush with
> >> pressure...
> >>
> >> Once it's clean and dry.. put it in with fresh fuel and Bobs yer
> Unkle...
> >>
> >>> On Mon, Jul 4, 2022 at 11:54 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
> >>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> Maybe a place like
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> Sent from my iPhone
> >>>
>  On Jul 4, 2022, at 1:29 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> >>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> 
>  Call the local radiator shop and ask if they can "boil out" a fuel
> tank.
> 
> > On Mon, Jul 4, 2022, at 2:19 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
> >
> > Pulled the fuel tank out of this 450 that has been for years. Trying
> to
> >>> get it running and sold. This is the strainer and sending unit. Tank is
> >>> full of crap. Does not really seem rusty just tons of sludge and
> flakes of
> >>> varnish. What is the best approach? Take it down to the car wash and
> >>> pressure wash it out? I would do it here but my pressure washer has
> >>> something wrong with the pump.
> >
> >
> >
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Re: [MBZ] fuel pump copper washers

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

For example:
https://www.mbdirectparts.com/oem-parts/mercedes-benz-seal-ring-vlrub-007603014405



On Tue, Jul 5, 2022 at 6:53 AM Jaime Kopchinski  wrote:

> They usually come on in online dealers if you just remove the N from the
> number.
>
> You can buy them from Belmetric.com
>
> Jaime
>
>
> On Mon, Jul 4, 2022 at 7:08 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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>
>> I have looked up the part numbers in the EPC for the copper washers used
>> on the fuel pump connections on a 116 and others but it is a N number
>> and I can never get these to pull up anywhere.  Does anyone know what a
>> part number is for these, or what size they are?  Maybe I should just
>> buy an assortment kit on amazon.
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Re: [MBZ] fuel pump copper washers

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They usually come on in online dealers if you just remove the N from the
number.

You can buy them from Belmetric.com

Jaime


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> I have looked up the part numbers in the EPC for the copper washers used
> on the fuel pump connections on a 116 and others but it is a N number
> and I can never get these to pull up anywhere.  Does anyone know what a
> part number is for these, or what size they are?  Maybe I should just
> buy an assortment kit on amazon.
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Re: [MBZ] W116 driveshaft carrier bearing failure symptoms

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Take a closer look at the other side.  The extreme failure is when they
break, but before that the little ball joints on each end develop play and
make knocking noise.  That's when they need replacement.

Jaime


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> Parts arrived from FCP Euro and I replaced the broken link today.
>
> I ordered two, but only replaced the broken one which was on the driver's
> side. Hanging on to the other one as a spare.
>
>
> On Wed, Jun 22, 2022, at 4:27 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:
> > Ding ding! Looks like this is the winner. Thanks!
> >
> > Allan
> >
> >
> > On Tue, Jun 21, 2022, at 8:24 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes wrote:
> >> Broken rear sway bar link will cause this. When you turn, the end of the
> >> bar rubs against the wheel and makes noise.
> >>
> >> Jaime
> >>
> >>
> >> On Tue, Jun 21, 2022 at 2:30 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >>> Would a screeching/metallic rubbing noise on turns possibly be
> explained
> >>> by this?
> >>>
> >>> When it failed in my W123 it was more of a clunking noise as the
> >>> driveshaft was flopping around.
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Re: [MBZ] Oh, thank heaven.

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Still believing everything you see on the internet?

https://www.npr.org/2022/06/21/1106450478/this-7-eleven-isnt-charging-7-11-for-gas-elon-musk-twitter-reddit


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> And it's not even the 11th of July yet...
>
> https://t.co/YhpHKcCYXz
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Re: [MBZ] W116 driveshaft carrier bearing failure symptoms

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Broken rear sway bar link will cause this. When you turn, the end of the
bar rubs against the wheel and makes noise.

Jaime


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> Would a screeching/metallic rubbing noise on turns possibly be explained
> by this?
>
> When it failed in my W123 it was more of a clunking noise as the
> driveshaft was flopping around.
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Re: [MBZ] Japanese NSU Copy

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I think John’s a good guy and doing good work.  I hooked him up with the MB
part numbers off the Klann compressor kit I have to see if he could source
them that way.

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> This guy is specifically looking for a Klann.
> See the 123 FB group.
> John Woods.
> MB flipper, trying to be Dean Laumbach.
>
>
> Rick
>
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> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Japanese NSU Copy
>
> On 2022-06-03 11:50, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote:
> > Sorry for sending you down the rabbit hole Mitch.
> > I went down the rabbit hole last night trying to find a Klann spring
> > compressor for sale.
> >
>
> I've got a Chicomm with W124 and W140 plates.
> Don't know if it fits W123.
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Re: [MBZ] Japanese NSU Copy

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That a pretty interesting car, can't say I've seen one around here.

Too bad it has a piston engine...

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> One for Jaime.
>
> https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/ctd/d/montgomery-1971-mazda-1800-mazda-rx7/7491631573.html
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Re: [MBZ] Wow

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Wow that insane.

The driver's door doesn't look bad... seems possible the driver might have
actually survived.  Hopefully no one else was in the car.

Jaime


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> https://www.copart.com/lot/66399441/salvage-1991-mercedes-benz-300-d-la-baton-rouge
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Re: [MBZ] Purchasing a new battery for my W123 wagon

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$177 is current list price for those batteries.  I buy them pretty often!

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> The battery on my 1983 300TD kicked the bucket, and when I priced Advance
> Auto the cheapest replacement was $200.  Yikes.
>
> On a hunch I called my Mercedes Roadside tech (fellow gardener) and he told
> me to call the 800 number and request a jump start/battery replacement.
> The cost would be $177 + tax, and includes free installation for a genuine
> MB battery.  What a deal.  A rare example of a dealer undercutting the
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Re: [MBZ] Keyless entry

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I believe it was first available in the W140 in the form of a credit card,
but integrated into the key for W211/W220 generation of cars where it was
optional.

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> Anybody (Jaime) know when this feature was implemented?
>
> I like it, a lot.
> Nothing like finding out the fob batteries are dead when you haven't
> driven the car in a couple of months.
>
> The story I heard:
> One day, without explanation, Benz started programming the key to "turn
> off" if you hit the lock button twice. It was a feature to save battery
> power if you wouldn't be using the key, and prevent spoofing (after
> those pesky youtube videos came out). Press any button and it turns back
> on. Many many (many) people were in the habit of hitting "lock" a few
> times as they walked away from the car, only to walk back up and the
> door handle won't work. Dig out the key, hit a button, everything works
> again!
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Re: [MBZ] A new reality of working on cars

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You get used to gloves... there's little I can't do with them now.  It's
nice to keep your hands clean and somewhat protected, but also consider
the long term benefits.  Constant exposure to ancient oil, grease and dirt
isn't good for your long-term chances of getting cancer.



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> I hate working with gloves.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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Re: [MBZ] Mint condition filthy carpets! 1985 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300 D Sedan 4D, $10, 000

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Thats a gem... low miles, 85, and factory velour.  I'd pay $10k

On Wed, Mar 16, 2022 at 10:38 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes <
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> And covered with a blue tarp!
>
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Re: [MBZ] Speaking of fancy MB stuff -

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Amazing stuff... and the video was posted summer of 2020!  This is what the
S class is... the best of the best.

On Thu, Feb 17, 2022 at 4:32 PM OK Don via Mercedes 
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> Watch this video of the S-class. They almost figured out the side crash
> situation. They only raise the car 8cm - they should have it jump high
> enough that the other car drives under it!
>
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z10gHrOrlL8
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> “Basic research is what I’m doing when I don’t know what I am doing.”
> Wernher
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> 2013 F150, 18 mpg
> 2017 Subaru Legacy, 30 mpg
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Re: [MBZ] 300D from Star Motors on BAT

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This one was a diamond in the rough.  In reality, better than many which
have sold for much more.  Was a great deal for the buyer

On Fri, Feb 11, 2022 at 11:19 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
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> Was in severe accident; cc doesn't work; light ivory/palomino.
>
> Currently at $8K.  Neil DuBay still has cachet.
>
> https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-mercedes-benz-300d-10/
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Re: [MBZ] Something for Jamie's kids

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Its the right color!

On Tue, Feb 8, 2022 at 6:53 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
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> Must be a Euro model, it's RHD. No cloth seats, though.
>
> -D
> 
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Re: [MBZ] 1967 W109 300SEL 2.8 - $19,000

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Very special car, and a reasonable price.

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> That is a very vivid blue.
>
> WTH is a "stainless steel time valve manufacturing system" is that a
> early-generation flux capacitor?
>
>
> https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/chicago-1967-mercedes-sel-28/7442262787.html
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[MBZ] Rusty

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I've heard he might have passed away this week... anyone hear anything?

Jaime
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Re: [MBZ] Garage heating options

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The units with parts needed (linesets, etc) would run about $9-10k
wholesale for all three units (I got some Fujitsu quotes recently).  The
rest of the money is labor and the warranty.  This is why I installed my
own... I figured the warranty wasn't worth it.  I bought all the pro tools
needed, which didn't cost all that much.  I'm going on 8 years since
installing my first unit, still going strong.  I think the warranty would
have been 7 years.

Jaime


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> I had a heating contractor who specializes in mini splits come today. He
> feels that I need 2 20K btu units for the ground floor and one 15K btu unit
> for the open loft and with their own compressors so three single zone
> units. He estimated $18,000-20,000. Seems pricey.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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> > On Jan 27, 2022, at 6:11 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > The downside is a typical concrete garage or shop floor is a lot of
> mass. Unless you use the shop often enough to justify keeping it heated all
> the time, you'll need to start heating it hours (at least) in advance --
> maybe the night before. If you get a sudden unplanned opportunity for some
> shop time, you'll be cold. On the upside, the heat will be very steady and
> comfortable, with no drafts.
> >
> > Also if you are doing this as new construction, you'll want insulation
> under the concrete pad, so you aren't trying to heat the earth underneath.
> >
> >
> >> On Thu, Jan 27, 2022, at 6:02 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes wrote:
> >> Heated floor is the way to go, takes less heat to stay warm and you
> >> don’t get condensation of the floor in the spring.
>  On Jan 27, 2022, at 2:40 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes <
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> >>>
> >>> If I were building a shop from scratch, I would put hydronic heating
> in the concrete floor, with an OWB (outdoor wood boiler) and natural gas or
> propane boiler backup. Even if the shop is 45 degrees, a warm floor would
> make a world of difference.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> Rick
> >>>
> >>> From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
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Re: [MBZ] Garage heating options

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I have a minisplit in my garage and find it to be great solution.  The
initial goal was heat, but the AC is a real luxury.  The dehumidifying
feature is also really useful in early spring

Jaime


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> Yes but is a heat pump or mini split suitable for my specific garage
> scenario?
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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> > On Jan 26, 2022, at 10:39 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> >
> > I am pretty much a heat pump believer. Even during the coldest months
> with some days it running almost non stop for a day at a time our highest
> electric bill is maybe $250. With natural gas the gas bill would probably
> be close to that plus another $100-$150 electric bill.
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
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> >> On Jan 26, 2022, at 8:56 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
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> >>
> >> The nice thing about heat pumps is you essentially get AC "for free".
> Where you are they should be good for all but the coldest nights. Since
> you're talking electric heat in the bathrooms anyway (I'd say drain one of
> them for the winter) then let the place go cold on those really cold nights
> to save $$.
> >>
> >> Alternately get the wells sunk to do a geothermal heat pump and use
> them for both the house and garage but that's a big  upfront cost...
> >>
> >> -Curt
> >>
> >>
> >> On Wednesday, January 26, 2022, 09:52:34 AM EST, Dimitri Seretakis via
> Mercedes  wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >> I need to get heat in my garage. It is roughly 24x54 and located in
> midcoast Maine. The ceiling is well insulated, most walls are 2x4 but some
> are 2x6 and they are/will be insulated. Height to peak of vaulted ceiling
> is 26 feet for most of it with exception of a small area that has lower
> ceiling. There will be two bathrooms. One on ground floor and one in
> partial loft. Loft will be open to the rest of the garage so essentially
> one big open space minus bathrooms. Thinking of small electric baseboard
> units in bathrooms.
> >>
> >> I’m getting differing opinions, some people say Modine with either
> propane or natural gas and others say heat pumps. I’m still waiting on a
> couple of heat pump contractors to give me their opinions. Any thoughts?
> >>
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Re: [MBZ] Opinion on W140 series?

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I love my W140, a 96 S420.  So much so that after selling it last year, I
bought it back!  The ride and comfort is on par with the modern S class.  I
find it to be quite easy to work on as well.  The complexity doesn't scare
me, as its nothing compared to modern cars, but is a lot if you're coming
from the W123 mindset.  I took it on a 2000 mile road trip in November and
got 23mpg.

Diesels were OM603 and only the early years... 300SD 92-3 and S350 94-5,
but all the same engine.  Not many good ones left, they all seem to be well
used at this point.  The peanut gallery will scare you about bent rods, but
at this point in the cars life most of them are fixed or not an issue.

For gas ones, the 96 later cars are more desirable.  722.6 5 speed trans is
a great improvement, better climate control, lots of smaller updates.

I say go for it, despite what Pierre says.

Jaime


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> What is the general consensus on the W140 cars? I like how they look, but
> how are they as far as reliabilty, and feasibilty of doit-yourself
> maintenance and repairs? How easy (or not) is it to find a diesel model? Is
> the OM606 is preferable to the OM603?
>
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Re: [MBZ] E250 Bluetec CEL

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Likely for the adblue... the tank is heated and the fluid is pumped.

On Thu, Jan 20, 2022 at 2:28 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
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> CEL for a 2014 E250 Bluetec sedan I am might possibly purchase was
> diagnosed as "reduction agent heater and reduction agent pump."  Anybody
> know what these are for and how costly?
>
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Re: [MBZ] My Tolerance

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You have a wagon for sale?  I know a few ravenous wagon buyers if you’re
looking to unload.

On Wed, Jan 19, 2022 at 3:43 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
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> You should by my 300TD wagon.  I no what I got.
>
> On Wed, Jan 19, 2022 at 3:41 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
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> > It’s clearly endemic and quite common on FB. I would suggest that it’s a
> > requirement for participating, but that would be painting with a rather
> > broad brush to include people I know aren’t that way.
> >
> > -D
> >
> > On Jan 19, 2022, at 3:37 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes <
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> >
> > For stupid is waning. Especially FB sellers. I'm looking for a beater
> for
> > someone, so I am looking at cheap cars. These people are morons. They are
> > incapable of even answering simple questions.
> >
> > Ugh.
> >
> > Rick
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Re: [MBZ] Air in inline filter?

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Its normal to have air in the filter, but if you see an active stream of
bubbles coming into the filter then you have a leak somewhere between the
filter and the tank.  That section of the system is under suction from the
lift pump, so it could suck in air somewhere

But loss of power is usually related to fuel filters, especially the
primary spin on filter.  Change them and you're likely to see improvement.
Also consider changing the pick up screen in the tank and its hose too if
you don't know when it was last done.

Jaime


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> I’m noticing that the 2.5 turbo is losing power at higher revs. Looking at
> the inline filter (which needs to be changed along with the main filter)
> I’m noticing air bubbles. Is this normal and how does this happen? Breach
> in fuel line maybe, delivery valve seals?
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Re: [MBZ] M117 Longevity

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Yep, all comes down to how it's cared for.  The problem with high mileage
cars like this is people really start to reduce the maintenance needed.  It
should be on its second or third front end rebuild, second or third timing
chain, etc.  People don't see the value in doing things like this over
250-300k miles so the cars start falling apart.  But, if you keep fixing
them, they'll keep running.

Theres a really ugly looking 300D for sale around here thats been sitting
in a garage for 20 years.  Looks like the interior is moldy, body is a
mess.  I spoke to the guy and he said "I guess its a 6 digit odometer with
tenths because it reads 572xxx".  He also told me there has been lots of
interest in the car so he raised the price.  I told him he has a car with
over half a million miles and if someones going to give him anything for
it, take it and run!  But to get to mileage like that, it took a pretty
special owner with a long-term view of ownership.

Jaime


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> I think at that age and miles it's all down to how well it was cared for.
>
> On Tue, Jan 18, 2022, at 7:53 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> > How confident would you be about the condition of an M117 (1988 560SEL)
> > that had nearly 300k on the clock? One owner, New Jersey car.
> >
> > Just curious….
> >
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[MBZ] Cold Start Video

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This is entertaining:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1983-mercedes-benz-300sd-20/

They posted a cold start video where she doesn't wait for the glow plugs,
and the car parked in the middle of an empty parking lot.  I suspect
they're just clueless rather than trying to fool someone.



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Re: [MBZ] 87 300D tach & cluster lights

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The bulbs typically last forever... there are more issues with dirty
contacts than the bulbs themselves, which LEDs won't solve.  Keep the look
original, it worked for 30+ years, it'll continue to work.

On Mon, Jan 10, 2022 at 11:16 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
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> That’s one of my complaints when it comes to the “LED conversions” for
> older vehicles. I pay close attention to the color temperature of the LEDs,
> as higher = whiter/bluer.
>
> -D
>
> > On Jan 10, 2022, at 8:45 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > True, though when I got my Element I think every bulb but maybe one was
> burned out. The LEDs were OK, my main issues were that even though I
> ordered "white" LEDS, the light had a bluish cast which I didn't care for.
> Also the light did not seem to spread very well, so the instruments were
> unevenly illuminated with brighter and dimmer areas.
> >
> > The lighting was definitely usable and adequate, but I wasn't 100%
> satisfied.
> >
> >
> >> On Mon, Jan 10, 2022, at 10:38 AM, Curt Raymond wrote:
> >>
> >> How good you think LEDs are probably depends on what you started with.
> The dash lighting in a 123 stinks to begin with so the improved lighting on
> the LEDs made a good improvement.
> >>
> >> -Curt
> >>
> >> On Monday, January 10, 2022, 10:33:02 AM EST, Allan Streib via Mercedes
>  wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >> I tried LED dash bulbs in one of my Honda cars, and was not impressed.
> But maybe it was the bulbs. Also they are diodes, so polarity matters, but
> the bulb sockets are not polarized. So you have a 50:50 chance that the
> bulb will be in "backwards" and you'll have to turn it 180 degrees.
> >>
> >>> On Tue, Jan 4, 2022, at 10:40 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote:
> >>> The tach is squirrelly in the 87 300D.  It has been constantly jumping
> >>> up to about true rpm then down somewhere below that, sometimes to 0
> with
> >>> no pattern.  I tried a couple years ago to remove and tighten the dash
> >>> ground, with no difference.  I know the EDS is bad.   I know the tach
> >>> signal goes through the EDS, then to the tach, so it is possible the
> EDS
> >>> is causing the problem.   On the 123/OM617, the fault is usually the
> >>> ground, but this seems to be something different.  Anyone got
> >>> suggestions what to look for or how to cure this?
> >>>
> >>> Also most of the dash light bubs are burned out.  Is there a LED
> >>> solution to better the OE type light bubs?
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Re: [MBZ] Hey Jaime you’re the expert I think

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I emailed you the manual... its a bit large, let me know if you get it.

On Sat, Jan 8, 2022 at 9:40 AM Jaime Kopchinski  wrote:

> Hm... despite having developed and tested that system for several years of
> my life, I'm having trouble remembering the details!  (I've worked on too
> many in the last 15 years since)   but lets try.
>
> If the position information at the bottom of the map is showing 9
> satellites, then its probably accurate.  Does it change sometimes, and
> start out with 0 and work its way up to 9 after running a bit (from a cold,
> overnight start)?  The lat/lon shown there isn't raw GPS data, but an
> output of the dead reckoning module which takes into consideration speed of
> 4 wheels, gyro, and matching of GPS position to the map data (sticking you
> to a road).
>
> If you drive, does the position and vehicle direction on the map move or
> is it completely stuck?
>
> Its reasonably possible you have a hardware issue which is causing the DR
> module to not do its thing.
>
> In the system menu there is an option to delete all the user data.  Try
> that (you'll lose all your presets, etc).
>
> Also keep in mind that if the car was woken up from a dead state for a
> long time, it might need to recalibrate.  That just involves driving around
> a bit, ideally city blocks with 90 degree turns... shouldn't take more than
> a few miles.
>
> Post a picture of the 5 blocks you're talking about.  Is it not phone
> signal strength?
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>
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>> This “new” 09S550 I got to fix up has a quirk in the COMAND Navi system.
>> It doesn’t seem to know where it is. Looks to be stuck someplace up around
>> DC where Pennsylvania Ave meets 95/495.That’s what shows on the home
>> screen.   I think that’s where the car lived, more or less.
>>
>> I put in my home address and it figured out where that was and how to get
>> here from DC, but it thinks it is not here. It says it can see 9 sats but
>> thinks it’s located at those DC coordinates.
>>
>> There are 5 little boxes at the top right of the screen making me think
>> something is buggered with it, not sure what that’s about.
>>
>> I know, RTFM (which I managed to find online somewhere as the actual
>> paper manuals were missing, MB doesn’t go back that far it seems with what
>> is online) but I would think once it booted up the system would know where
>> it is. Is there some way to force it to rethink its status?  Or is it truly
>> buggered somehow?
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Re: [MBZ] Hey Jaime you’re the expert I think

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Hm... despite having developed and tested that system for several years of
my life, I'm having trouble remembering the details!  (I've worked on too
many in the last 15 years since)   but lets try.

If the position information at the bottom of the map is showing 9
satellites, then its probably accurate.  Does it change sometimes, and
start out with 0 and work its way up to 9 after running a bit (from a cold,
overnight start)?  The lat/lon shown there isn't raw GPS data, but an
output of the dead reckoning module which takes into consideration speed of
4 wheels, gyro, and matching of GPS position to the map data (sticking you
to a road).

If you drive, does the position and vehicle direction on the map move or is
it completely stuck?

Its reasonably possible you have a hardware issue which is causing the DR
module to not do its thing.

In the system menu there is an option to delete all the user data.  Try
that (you'll lose all your presets, etc).

Also keep in mind that if the car was woken up from a dead state for a long
time, it might need to recalibrate.  That just involves driving around a
bit, ideally city blocks with 90 degree turns... shouldn't take more than a
few miles.

Post a picture of the 5 blocks you're talking about.  Is it not phone
signal strength?
Jaime


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> This “new” 09S550 I got to fix up has a quirk in the COMAND Navi system.
> It doesn’t seem to know where it is. Looks to be stuck someplace up around
> DC where Pennsylvania Ave meets 95/495.That’s what shows on the home
> screen.   I think that’s where the car lived, more or less.
>
> I put in my home address and it figured out where that was and how to get
> here from DC, but it thinks it is not here. It says it can see 9 sats but
> thinks it’s located at those DC coordinates.
>
> There are 5 little boxes at the top right of the screen making me think
> something is buggered with it, not sure what that’s about.
>
> I know, RTFM (which I managed to find online somewhere as the actual paper
> manuals were missing, MB doesn’t go back that far it seems with what is
> online) but I would think once it booted up the system would know where it
> is. Is there some way to force it to rethink its status?  Or is it truly
> buggered somehow?
>
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Re: [MBZ] Gray market W126 500SEL

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Yeah, the video suggests he really doesn't know much about these cars, or
what makes this one special.  The velour, the engine protection plate, the
aluminum rear trailing arms, all very cool stuff worth talking about.

And I don't understand how he can't mention that eye sore of an air pump
hacked over the alternator.



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> He's never seen a 126 with velour.  Doesn't understand the Euro version
> spec. Some things about that guy kinda puzzle me.
>
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> On 12/29/21 7:10 AM, mitch--- via Mercedes wrote:
> > Supposedly a diplomatic car.
> > Wizard also says Hoovie's grandma's 500SL is gray market too, that
> > Tyler's granny bypassed MBUSA when it was new.
> >
> > All the chrome fender flares are in good shape (hey, Wizard, all the
> > chrome fender flares are not original).
> >
> > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dx7mNgu91lI
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Re: [MBZ] Lathes?

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I'm running a variable frequency drive to power an old 3 phase compressor I
got for next to nothing.  Pretty cool device.  Not only does it output 3
phase power, but you can completely configure it.  For example, you can
ramp up with frequency on startup or shutdown for smoother starts, or run
it at higher or lower speeds overall.  There are also lots of external
sensors and triggers you can configure.  I have mine setup with a pressure
switch on the compressor tank.  It does draw a lot of power on a single
phase line, but that's to be expected.

On Sun, Dec 19, 2021 at 8:51 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

>  At your place in Brunswick? I bet. I bet the school has it and you're
> close by.
> Phase converters have come a LONG way in the last couple years. A digital
> phase converter is not such an expensive thing anymore. I can't remember
> which YouTuber did a bunch on them a couple years back, Jimmy Diresta
> maybe? Not having 3 phase isn't the end of the world for a home gamer.
>
> -Curt
>
> On Sunday, December 19, 2021, 08:45:05 PM EST, Dimitri Seretakis via
> Mercedes  wrote:
>
>  Is it easy/feasible to get 3 phase power?
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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> > On Dec 19, 2021, at 8:38 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > You also need 3-phase power, via utility, digital phase converter, or
> rotary converter (if it's an old machine without computer controls).
> >
> >> On Sun, Dec 19, 2021, at 8:28 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:
> >> A quick Google search suggests that a Bridgeport mill is about 89
> inches
> >> tall and weighs between 2K and 3K# depending upon model and equipment.
> >>
> >> Randy
> >>
> >>> On 12/19/2021 7:21 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:
> >>>  A clapped out old Bridgeport is surprisingly affordable, like $1000
> or less. Moving one will probably cost as much as the machine.
> >>> Some time ago a young friend sent me pictures of a "Strange drill
> press" his friend was giving away. Turned out to be a Bridgeport. This was
> before we had the barn on the northern estate or I'd have taken it. I
> helped them sell it, I think it went for like $800...
> >>>
> >>> -Curt
> >>>
> On Sunday, December 19, 2021, 08:13:03 PM EST, Dimitri Seretakis
> via Mercedes  wrote:
> >>>
> >>>  Milling machine- don’t give me ideas!
> >>>
> >>> Sent from my iPhone
> >>>
>  On Dec 19, 2021, at 8:08 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> 
>  I shouldn't even respond as I likely know less than you do about
> them. However, I do have a lathe. For a while I had two.  I had a little
> 6X18 Craftsman (Atlas) lathe inherited down from my grandfather to my
> father to me. I never did much with it as I thought it was too small to do
> much. I have passed it on to my younger son and he has yet to make use of
> it too. He is interested in reloading and thinks it would work well to trim
> brass, but he also has 2 young children and very little time for his
> personal pursuits these days.
> 
>  I bought a 10X24 Logan a few years back but have never got it up and
> running. I have more ideas than time or energy.  It is sitting in my garage
> in front of my W115 300D waiting for me to get with it. The Logan lathes
> were made in Chicago and are sort of an equal of the South Bend lathes.
> Logan no longer makes lathes but the company is still in business and still
> sells some parts. Southbend disappeared but is now back as a Chinese
> company using their old name.
> 
>  I also bought a cheap Chinese milling machine and have done nothing
> with it either. It is sitting sort of beside the lathe in the garage as
> well. I want a Bridgeport of course but they are monsters and I thought I
> should start with something smaller.
> 
>  Check out http://www.lathes.co.uk/ for lots of information and
> reviews.
> 
>  Randy
> 
> > On 12/19/2021 6:15 PM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes wrote:
> > I’m pondering the idea of getting a machinist’s lathe. Never used
> one, know nothing about them. Would use for I don’t know what yet but the
> idea of making English wheel anvils, planishing hammer anvils and bead
> roller dies seems appealing. I don’t want a huge monster but nothing too
> dinky either. I’d also like to avoid ones made of chinesium if possible.
> Obviously used US made would be best I think. Anyone have any experience
> with this stuff?
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Re: [MBZ] Insane money for a 380SL

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Had a double row chain...

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Re: [MBZ] Lift oil drain bucket

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I’ve got the big one with the air connection to remove the oil and it’s
quite good, also based on Jono’s recommendation.

Get at least two high lift stands, one isn’t enough.You can support one
end of the car while you lift something on the other end to ensure you
don’t disrupt the balance much.  Took me a lot of cautious trial and error
to do work like this when I first got my lift.  Motor, subframe, diff
mounts, etc.  I didn’t think I’d miss the safety of the floor so much!

Jaime


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> I decided to sign up for HF inside track in order to use the 20% coupon
> and bought 1 high lift stand for the lift.  Tomorrow I will buy the next
> one, then Sunday will buy a lift drain bucket (can only use the coupon
> once a day).  Anyway, should I get this one:
>
> https://www.harborfreight.com/5-gallon-oil-drain-dolly-90582.html
>
> Or splurge and get this one, would use 20% off on either one:
>
> https://www.harborfreight.com/20-gallon-portable-oil-lift-drain-69814.html
>
> Anybody have either one?
>
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Re: [MBZ] The 300SD is home

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Its here:
https://cdn.w116.org/cd/Maintenance/My72/170.pdf

5.9 liters for a change.  300SD is a 116.120 and has a 722.120 auto
transmission.

Jaime


On Fri, Dec 10, 2021 at 5:24 PM Craig via Mercedes 
wrote:

> On Fri, 10 Dec 2021 16:47:54 -0500 Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes
>  wrote:
>
> > Service manual is available here:
> > https://handbook.w116.org
>
> I found that website, but it does not have information about servicing
> the transmission.
>
>
> > Trans fluid change should be about the same procedure as the 300D 2.5,
> > just easier to work on the W116 since things aren't so tight.  Use Febi
> > 08971 ATF.  Same for the power steering.
>
> How much fluid does it take?
>
>
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Re: [MBZ] The 300SD is home

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Service manual is available here:
https://handbook.w116.org

Trans fluid change should be about the same procedure as the 300D 2.5, just
easier to work on the W116 since things aren't so tight.  Use Febi 08971
ATF.  Same for the power steering.

Good luck!
Jaime


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wrote:

> As the attached picture shows, the BaT 1980 300SD is now in our shop
> (aka The Big Room).
>
> Does anyone have a copy of the W116 electronic shop manuals?
>
> I'd really like the procedure for changing the transmission fluid and
> filter, considering the fiasco I had with the '93 300D/2.5 Turbo!
>
> I think I can handle engine oil and filter, power steering filter, and
> air filter.
>
> What should I use for power steering fluid? I vaguely recall using ATF in
> our '82 240D/3.0, but used the Febi stuff for W124s.
>
> Since this is our first W116, I have questions to ask, but I will leave
> them for later.
>
>
> Craig
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Re: [MBZ] Citric acid flush

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Yes, you need to de-oil the system first.  Laundry detergent is good since
it doesn’t bubble up much.


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> OK thanks.  Don't want anything too foamy I guess, I don't have any
> powder detergent, can you even buy that stuff anymore?  I think I have
> some Spic n Span but that is not really detergent, it's mostly TSP?
>
> --FT
>
> On 11/20/21 9:56 AM, mitch--- via Mercedes wrote:
> > On 2021-11-20 09:16, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
> >> I bought some citric acid to flush out the 95E320 today, I just put
> >> new radiator hoses on it and there is some oily sludge in the system
> >> (yes, head gasket probably going bad).  How much should I use to flush
> >> out the system?  Mix it in some water and put it in the tank to
> >> circulate, then drain and flush with clean water again?
> >
> > I believe it was a kilo, but it seems like a pound should be adequate.
> > The citric acid is for hard water deposits and the like.
> > Tide powder might be better for degreasing.
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Re: [MBZ] Continental Radio

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I have these in a bunch of Mercedes and my Porsche.  They're great for the
money.

Same harness (ISO DIN) as the factory in a 95 E320, but you need to swap
the switched and permanent power pins.

Jaime


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> VDO Continental TR7412UB-OR European Style 12v Radio Orange Display
> Bluetooth
>
> Looking at one of these to replace the mostly inop unit in the 95E320,
> there is a 20% discount coupon on this Bluetooth model (no CD player) on
> Amazon, $135.50.  i think they are plug and play and look like the
> original more or less.  i think Max got one and said it is a good unit.
>
> There are lots of other cheap single DIN units that have all kinds of
> features and would probably be fine too, but this one looks more
> original than the vid game stuff in most units today.
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Re: [MBZ] I now own a 116

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Wonderful car, good luck!

I think the minor cosmetic issues kept the price down, but this will be an
outstanding classic with a bit of sorting.  I've had one for a long time
now, 12 years?  Still our family favorite, especially for long road trips.

Good luck!
Jaime


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> I wound up the winner of
>
> https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1980-mercedes-benz-300sd-20/
>
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Re: [MBZ] Turned in my notice

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I agree with Dan... A few hints to your manager and/or HR before you get to
the point of looking for another job is a better way to go.  If they have
the idea you're a flight risk and they value you, it gives them a chance to
do something without burning bridges and labels.

We do it pretty frequently... ID those that are a risk if they're lost and
ensure they're not looking to leave for something like more compensation.

Jaime


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> Good news.
>
> A counter offer is offensive to me. I decide to leave and suddenly my
> value increases? Nope. Not only that, but it’s a card you can only place
> once, and even so you’ve been branded as someone who is willing to bail.
> You lose a lot of respect and credibility if you accept. Consider it a
> compliment and move on. You’ve already quit mentally.
>
> Good luck!
>
> -D
>
> > On Oct 22, 2021, at 11:38 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > Decided to accept the new job that I got offered. It’s a smaller company
> but even after their increased insurance plan costs it will be a good bump
> in pay. Our company is a total shit show right now after the layoffs then
> mass exodus of people on their own. Now our support is handled by India and
> it’s nearly impossible to get things done. All that aside it basically came
> down to money in the end. I would not be half surprised if they don’t try
> to offer me more money to stay. If they do, that will complicate things but
> I always have in the back of my mind they do that to buy time till the find
> your replacement. In this case though, they are so desperate for people it
> might actually be legit.
> >
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Re: [MBZ] One For Jaime or Kaleb

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And Hydraulic brakes!  I wonder if it’s really a CE and not a C

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>
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Re: [MBZ] A Manual Coupe

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I owned one and found it to be quite wonderful to drive with a stick.
Noticeably more powerful than a 240D... less issues up steep hills.  Very
quick off the line, faster than a turbo as it has no turbo lag.

I recently drove a very late euro 300D with a 722.4 in it and also found it
really nice to drive.

Like any variant of these non-turbo diesels, having everything in proper
tune is critical... linkages, cam timing, injection timing, etc.  It's
usually poorly adjusted linkages which make the transmission shift too
early that make the automatics feel so slow.  If you can't reach the shift
point on the speedo in every gear, you're leaving power on the table and
you need every bit you can get in some cases.

Jaime

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> Curt,
>
> Have you driven a NA 617 diesel with a stick? I ask because I haven’t, and
> I would be interested in anyone’s insights into such a combination. I’ve
> had cars with the slushbox setup and they’re almost 240D automatic
> dangerously slow.
>
> -D
>
> On Sep 27, 2021, at 1:46 PM, Curt Raymond  curtlud...@yahoo.com>> wrote:
>
> It's an interesting car, grey market yet the gauges are all US spec, no AC
> (not that I can see anyway) but it's got an electric sunroof.
>
> Pretty cool car, I'm glad it's on the wrong side of the country or I might
> be encouraged to do something stupid.
>
> I'm curious how powerful a manual trans non-turbo 617 is vs a 616. IIRC
> it's 88hp vs 72, that's a fairly significant increase. When we put the
> stage 1 tune on Angie's Golf it went from 90hp to 110 which made a big
> difference in seat of the pants quickness.
>
> -Curt
>
> On Monday, September 27, 2021, 01:40:28 PM EDT, dan penoff.com<
> http://penoff.com> via Mercedes  mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
>
>
> Gray market car. The upholstery and AC controls give it away. A bit rough,
> but would probably be fun, at least as much fun as one could have in a
> non-turbo 617.
>
> -D
>
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Re: [MBZ] OT: VDO mechanical clock cleaning/lubrication

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I've repaired many, but never had one keep accurate time over any
significant period of time.  Now I just repair them so they work because I
like how they sound.  (crunch, tick tick tick tick tick...). I just set the
time each time I get into the car.


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> Yeah I set it to the correct time and I'll let it run overnight. If it's
> not too far off in the morning I'll probably just leave it alone. I need to
> clean the glass and bezel like I did the fuel gauge.
>
> The ticking seems to be a bit stronger and more evenly now. Maybe it
> needed a few cycles to get the spring wound a bit.
>
> Allan
>
> On Mon, Sep 13, 2021, at 8:22 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> > Pretty simple mechanism. Lever tied to the spring mechanism. As the
> spring winds down, lever makes contact with a stationary contact,
> completing a circuit that energizes a coil. Coil pulls on the lever,
> lifting it off the contact and winding the spring. Lather, rinse, repeat.
> >
> > If you do open it, don’t mess with anything if it’s working sort of
> applying a good quality watch oil with a needle applicator.
> >
> > -D
> >
> > > On Sep 13, 2021, at 8:04 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <
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> > >
> > > Looking at the clock in my Ghia. It is a VDO "Kienzle" clock. I
> thought it was not working, but problem seemed mainly poor grounding. I
> removed it from the car and hooked it up to 12V. It's ticking like an old
> style windup clock, and the hands are moving at least somewhat. Not sure
> how accurately yet. The ticking seems to slow down and speed up a bit,
> cyclically.
> > >
> > > Every two minutes or so there sort of a clunk which I think is the
> spring being wound.
> > >
> > > I found an article about how to open it up and common problems. It
> suggested "spray the entire mechanism with WD-40" which I'm pretty sure is
> a bad idea.
> > >
> > > Probably a case of "leave well enough alone" if it keeps reasonably
> accurate time. But wondering what I would use to clean and then lubricate
> the mechanism if it came to that.
> > >
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Re: [MBZ] W115 front subframe bushings

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Just get them from the dealer.  Most are still available, and ones that
were not are coming back.

On Mon, Aug 30, 2021 at 12:10 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes <
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> The motor mounts likely should be done too but it appears that it is
> getting much more difficult to get good ones.
> Do you suggest just getting whatever I can and live with the idea that
> they are not going to last as long as the existing ones?
>
> Randy
>
> On 30/08/2021 10:50 AM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes wrote:
> > The bolts that go through the center of the mounts are the most risky.
> As
> > Dan said, soak them.  The unique captured nut they spin into can be
> damaged
> > if the bolt is rusted to it and you try to remove it aggressively.  I
> don't
> > find it to be a problem very often.  There is a torque spec for those
> bolts
> > and it's not very much... maybe 50nm?  Don't over tighten them.
> >
> > Do one side at a time.  Remove the calipers and tie them up so you don't
> > stretch on the brake hoses, or disconnect the hoses and cap them.  After
> > removing the bolts for the mount on one side, the subframe will come down
> > some but will then be limited by the engine.  At this point you can undo
> > the center bolt on the engine mount to pull the subframe down further.
> Its
> > also a great time to change the engine mounts, of course.  A floor jack
> is
> > useful to support things and move them back into place.  And make sure
> > you're not stressing the engine fan against the shroud.
> >
> > You can usually pry out the mounts from the subframe with little effort.
> > Installing the new ones is much easier with a rubber lubricant.  I use
> the
> > MB stuff, but I suppose you can use soap and water also.
> >
> > It's really not a terrible job unless there is rust.
> >
> > Good luck!
> > Jaime
> >
> >
> > On Mon, Aug 30, 2021 at 11:38 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> >> Start soaking the bolts with Kroil.
> >>
> >> Jaime might chime in here, but if it’s the same as doing the subframe
> >> bushings on a W114, it’s not a bad job, just time consuming. Unless
> there’s
> >> a lot of corrosion I wouldn’t think the bolts would be tough to get out.
> >>
> >> -D
> >>
> >>> On Aug 30, 2021, at 11:27 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes <
> >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>> Anyone have advice for installation?
> >>>
> >>> I have obtained them but not yet installed them. I do not want to break
> >> off any of the bolts.
> >>>
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Re: [MBZ] W115 front subframe bushings

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

The bolts that go through the center of the mounts are the most risky.  As
Dan said, soak them.  The unique captured nut they spin into can be damaged
if the bolt is rusted to it and you try to remove it aggressively.  I don't
find it to be a problem very often.  There is a torque spec for those bolts
and it's not very much... maybe 50nm?  Don't over tighten them.

Do one side at a time.  Remove the calipers and tie them up so you don't
stretch on the brake hoses, or disconnect the hoses and cap them.  After
removing the bolts for the mount on one side, the subframe will come down
some but will then be limited by the engine.  At this point you can undo
the center bolt on the engine mount to pull the subframe down further.  Its
also a great time to change the engine mounts, of course.  A floor jack is
useful to support things and move them back into place.  And make sure
you're not stressing the engine fan against the shroud.

You can usually pry out the mounts from the subframe with little effort.
Installing the new ones is much easier with a rubber lubricant.  I use the
MB stuff, but I suppose you can use soap and water also.

It's really not a terrible job unless there is rust.

Good luck!
Jaime


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> Start soaking the bolts with Kroil.
>
> Jaime might chime in here, but if it’s the same as doing the subframe
> bushings on a W114, it’s not a bad job, just time consuming. Unless there’s
> a lot of corrosion I wouldn’t think the bolts would be tough to get out.
>
> -D
>
> > On Aug 30, 2021, at 11:27 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > Anyone have advice for installation?
> >
> > I have obtained them but not yet installed them. I do not want to break
> off any of the bolts.
> >
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Re: [MBZ] OT: Henri sucks

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We ended up with about 5 inches of rain since yesterday.  My road is still
flooded a few miles down.  Winds were not so severe.  All seemed to be as
predicted Saturday, actually.  It's very difficult to predict this stuff
more than a day in advance.

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> It's grey this morning with a few leaves on the ground but the center of
> the road is already dry and the edges barely have puddles.
> Henri made landfall in RI and immediately turned left. Typical lost
> tourist, turned in the worst direction possible and lost all his oomph. The
> weather guessers are still trying to make this into something but the sun
> is coming out. I bet we didn't get a whole inch of rain...
> -Curt
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Re: [MBZ] 123 part search

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Perfect example of MB stepping up and building new parts that were
previously NLA.

And they say MB doesn’t care….

On Thu, Aug 12, 2021 at 6:07 PM Dwight Giles via Mercedes <
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> Yes rare. Classic center said they just remade some. It is for a friend of
> mine. Mine was changed when I bought it.
>
> Dwight Giles Jr.
> Wickford RI
>
> On Thu, Aug 12, 2021, 5:56 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
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>
> > I did some digging and only came up with the OE part. You can find it at
> a
> > number of the RevParts sellers for under $250.00, but I don’t see any
> > alternatives.
> >
> > Sorry.
> >
> > If it’s any consolation they’re trading on eBay for upwards of $350 for
> > the uninitiated.
> >
> > I would say to bite the bullet and buy an OE one and move on. I’m
> > surprised they’re still available considering the relatively small
> > application base.
> >
> > -D
> >
> > > On Aug 12, 2021, at 5:31 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > I am looking for a door stop/check strap for a 123 coupe.  They are
> > > different from sedan and wagon. MB Classic has one for 250.00. (ouch)
> > > Yesterday I found a URO one for much cheaper but I can't find it today.
> > > Parts # is 123 720 03 16. Strap length is 114mm while sedan is 100mm.
> > > Does Anybody have a good used one or know of a source? I have tried all
> > the
> > > major sources.
> > > TIA
> > > Dwight
> > >
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Re: [MBZ] Well I’m booked to NYC

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I guess it depends what kind of experience you want to get.  The tourist
stuff is all there and well known.  Going to the top of building is cool,
but once you go up one you've seen them all.

You can really absorb so much of the city by just walking around, sitting
outside and eating a meal, and visiting some museums.  Goto a show or
something.  Visit B photo.  All stuff new yorkers do.

On Tue, Aug 10, 2021 at 7:39 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> Just a quick check of some of these observation deck at the top of these
> building, some of them seem pricey.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Aug 10, 2021, at 6:35 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > Best time of year to see NYC is late January or early Feb, if you don't
> > mind the snow.  I remember Janet and I were walking around one cold night
> > (back when she lived there before we were married) and we walked by
> > Rockefeller plaza.  Some guy at the door was announcing there was no line
> > and no wait to goto the top of the building, so we went.  Walked right
> into
> > the elevator and up to the top.  Cool experience without any tourists.
> >
> >
> >> On Tue, Aug 10, 2021 at 6:05 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
> >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> It could be the times or it could be the kind of idiots you get in those
> >> groups.
> >> I think the best time to see Times Square is about 6am. Get coffee from
> a
> >> cart and just sit around and watch. Better around Christmas...
> >> Curt
> >> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
> >>
> >>  On Tue, Aug 10, 2021 at 4:32 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes<
> >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:   I’m in a Fakebook Hilton group and
> asked
> >> about places to stay and most locals say to avoid the Times Square area
> >> especially after dark as there is a lot of crime there right now. So
> hell I
> >> don’t know. Some of them also say that the millennium Hilton is a dump.
> I
> >> will just pick something and can ride the subway up there during the
> day if
> >> need be.
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone
> >>
> >>>> On Aug 10, 2021, at 8:20 AM, Curt Raymond 
> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> Probably $50. I took a cab once from Penn station to sheepshead bay in
> >> Brooklyn, $90 and a long ride.
> >>>
> >>> I would recommend you go a little farther uptown, 30th st or so which
> >> puts you in walking distance of Times Square and Rockefeller Center to
> the
> >> north and the Sept 11 memorial to the south. I used to stay in a Holiday
> >> Inn express around there. It's a pretty good good hotel, don't gag too
> >> badly when you see Manhattan prices, the most I ever paid was $700/night
> >> but that was a week the UN was in town. If you do stay in that area go
> walk
> >> the Highline, I bet the flowers are nice this time of year.
> >>>
> >>> LGA is run down, or it was a couple years ago when I last went there.
> >> It's not a bad airport though.
> >>>
> >>> To anybody who hasn't been in NYC in 30 years, this is not the city it
> >> was. It's cleaned up a lot and is pretty safe by big city standards.
> Stick
> >> to the touristy areas and nobody will bother you.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> Curt
> >>>
> >>> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
> >>>
> >>> On Mon, Aug 9, 2021 at 8:46 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
> >>>  wrote:
> >>> For my weekend I’m thinking about moving to the Hilton that is close to
> >> the WTC/ground zero area. Got to thinking, how expensive and how would
> it
> >> take to take a cab/Uber from here to the dealership in the Bay Ridge
> area?
> >>>
> >>> Sent from my iPhone
> >>>
> >>>> On Aug 9, 2021, at 6:49 PM, Kaleb Striplin 
> wrote:
> >>>>
> >>>> Which turned into the kid also wanting to go. So I had to pay for 2
> >> tickets out of pocket. This also has turned into me staying until
> Monday so
> >> I can enjoy some sight seeing over the weekend. Since I had to buy
> tickets
> >> for the wife and kid I went the cheapest route possible, which in this
> case
> >> was LGA.
> >>>>
> >>>> I have a company paid hotel, Hampton Inn Brooklyn, up until Friday,
> >> and will book my own reservation Friday thru Monday. Might possibly
> >> rel

Re: [MBZ] Well I’m booked to NYC

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

Best time of year to see NYC is late January or early Feb, if you don't
mind the snow.  I remember Janet and I were walking around one cold night
(back when she lived there before we were married) and we walked by
Rockefeller plaza.  Some guy at the door was announcing there was no line
and no wait to goto the top of the building, so we went.  Walked right into
the elevator and up to the top.  Cool experience without any tourists.


On Tue, Aug 10, 2021 at 6:05 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> It could be the times or it could be the kind of idiots you get in those
> groups.
> I think the best time to see Times Square is about 6am. Get coffee from a
> cart and just sit around and watch. Better around Christmas...
> Curt
> Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
>
>   On Tue, Aug 10, 2021 at 4:32 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes<
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:   I’m in a Fakebook Hilton group and asked
> about places to stay and most locals say to avoid the Times Square area
> especially after dark as there is a lot of crime there right now. So hell I
> don’t know. Some of them also say that the millennium Hilton is a dump. I
> will just pick something and can ride the subway up there during the day if
> need be.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Aug 10, 2021, at 8:20 AM, Curt Raymond  wrote:
> >
> > Probably $50. I took a cab once from Penn station to sheepshead bay in
> Brooklyn, $90 and a long ride.
> >
> > I would recommend you go a little farther uptown, 30th st or so which
> puts you in walking distance of Times Square and Rockefeller Center to the
> north and the Sept 11 memorial to the south. I used to stay in a Holiday
> Inn express around there. It's a pretty good good hotel, don't gag too
> badly when you see Manhattan prices, the most I ever paid was $700/night
> but that was a week the UN was in town. If you do stay in that area go walk
> the Highline, I bet the flowers are nice this time of year.
> >
> > LGA is run down, or it was a couple years ago when I last went there.
> It's not a bad airport though.
> >
> > To anybody who hasn't been in NYC in 30 years, this is not the city it
> was. It's cleaned up a lot and is pretty safe by big city standards. Stick
> to the touristy areas and nobody will bother you.
> >
> >
> > Curt
> >
> > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android
> >
> > On Mon, Aug 9, 2021 at 8:46 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
> >  wrote:
> > For my weekend I’m thinking about moving to the Hilton that is close to
> the WTC/ground zero area. Got to thinking, how expensive and how would it
> take to take a cab/Uber from here to the dealership in the Bay Ridge area?
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> > > On Aug 9, 2021, at 6:49 PM, Kaleb Striplin  wrote:
> > >
> > > Which turned into the kid also wanting to go. So I had to pay for 2
> tickets out of pocket. This also has turned into me staying until Monday so
> I can enjoy some sight seeing over the weekend. Since I had to buy tickets
> for the wife and kid I went the cheapest route possible, which in this case
> was LGA.
> > >
> > > I have a company paid hotel, Hampton Inn Brooklyn, up until Friday,
> and will book my own reservation Friday thru Monday. Might possibly
> relocate to a different hotel for the weekend? Recommended areas to look
> at? Perhap Manhattan closer to tourist crap? Or stay at same hotel? Any
> ferries that go across to them ride that Staten Island ferry?  I’m sure the
> wife and kid will ride the subway around while I’m at work: or just sit at
> hotel. After I’m done working, we will do the subway thing. Probably just
> take a cab to and from airport so we don’t have to haul luggage around. If
> we do relocate hotels Friday, will probably have the wife haul the bags to
> the new place while I’m at work.
> > >
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Re: [MBZ] Vredestein tires, any good?

[Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes]

I have Vredesteins on several of my cars and like them quite a bit.  I run
tubes in the 13" ponton wheels (1959 219) and tubeless in everything else.

Jaime


On Thu, Aug 5, 2021 at 10:51 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
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> Yeah mine are tubeless, and the Vredesteins at TireRack don't mention
> tubes. They are just about the same price with free shipping. I would need
> to pay my local tire guys to mount and balance of course.
>
> Allan
>
> On Thu, Aug 5, 2021, at 8:15 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> > Tubes? Since when did VWs use tubes in their tires (tyres)?
> >
> > Just curious…
> >
> > -D
> >
> > > On Aug 5, 2021, at 8:05 PM, David Bruckmann via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > Whoops... sorry about that. Properly trimmed/subjected post:
> > >
> > > You might consider Michelin XZX 165SR15 tires. Available from Coker in
> the
> > > US, or likely cheaper from Longstone Tyre in the UK, which ships to
> the US
> > > by FedEx (delivery to me in San Francisco in five days).
> > >
> > >
> https://www.longstonetyres.co.uk/classic-car-tyres/volkswagen/karmann-ghia.html
> > >
> > > For example, a set of four Michelin XWX 165 x 15 from Longstone will be
> > > $132ea, not including tubes. Shipping is $84.
> > >
> > > Yes, they are genuine Michelins, not made under license, and not NOS.
> > >
> > > I've had great luck with Longstone and it is the first choice for most
> > > Citroen owners in the US and Canada.
> > >
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Re: [MBZ] Glow plugs loop style

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Exactly!  If you want to get fancy, close the points with your finger and
check the resistance with a meter across them.  Should be 0 or nearly 0.
If it's higher, from a few ohms up to no connection, that's your issue.
Check again after cleaning.

Jaime


On Mon, Aug 2, 2021 at 10:42 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes <
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> Is this like points or something? Forgive me for my ignorance!
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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> > On Aug 2, 2021, at 9:11 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > Pry the relay open and clean the contacts with emery cloth and deoxit.
> > Thats most likely the issue.
> >
> > Jaime
> >
> >
> >> On Mon, Aug 2, 2021 at 2:31 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes <
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> >>
> >> My brother’s 78 240D with series type plugs doesn’t start without
> >> excessive cranking. The strip fuse appears intact, the plugs as well
> but we
> >> replaced them for good measure. Turns out there appears to be no power
> to
> >> the strip fuse so I’m guessing the relay is bad? I don’t want to just
> throw
> >> expensive parts at the car. The relay is around $200. Is it reasonable
> to
> >> assume it’s bad at this point? Can it be tested?
> >>
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Re: [MBZ] Glow plugs loop style

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Pry the relay open and clean the contacts with emery cloth and deoxit.
Thats most likely the issue.

Jaime


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> My brother’s 78 240D with series type plugs doesn’t start without
> excessive cranking. The strip fuse appears intact, the plugs as well but we
> replaced them for good measure. Turns out there appears to be no power to
> the strip fuse so I’m guessing the relay is bad? I don’t want to just throw
> expensive parts at the car. The relay is around $200. Is it reasonable to
> assume it’s bad at this point? Can it be tested?
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Re: [MBZ] OM617 motor mounts

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Yes, they also need to be replaced.  Critical part of the system.

On Tue, Jul 13, 2021 at 11:50 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
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> Getting ready to change motor mounts on my 300SD. I have the rubber
> mounts, but I was looking at it tonight and there are some small
> shocks/struts in there also. Do these tend to need replacing by the time
> the big rubber mounts fail?
>
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Re: [MBZ] Lb7 injectors

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So how are you going to get rid of the pure diesel smell?

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> It’s NOT smoking.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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> > On Jul 13, 2021, at 2:42 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > It's still smoking?
> >
> > Max Dillon
> > Charleston SC
> >
> >
> > Jul 13, 2021 12:10:59 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> >
> >> I forgot to mention I finished up the injector replacement on the
> Duramax. After I bled the system I cranked on it and it fired right up
> after about 30 seconds. I expected to have to crank it a minute or 2. Runs
> and sounds great and does smoke like a mosquito fogged and smell like pure
> diesel. Have not pulled it out of the shop to drive it yet. This was about
> 14-15 hours start to finish. If I have to do it again I bet I can get it
> down to 10 hours
> >>
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Re: [MBZ] Flip For Dan

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Fog lights.  It needs fog lights.

On Wed, Jun 23, 2021 at 7:54 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
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> It looks pretty clean. Wonder what it needs?
>
> On Wed, Jun 23, 2021, 5:47 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
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>
> > Advertised in Orlando, located in Hollywood - that’s down in south
> Florida.
> >
> > -D
> >
> > > On Jun 23, 2021, at 5:06 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
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Re: [MBZ] Engine number

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Dan beat me to it!  And his numbers are correct, of course.

On Fri, Jun 18, 2021 at 7:12 AM Dan Penoff via Mercedes <
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> Engine should be: 602962 12 005092
>
> Transmission: 722418 02 912053
>
> -D
>
>
>
> > On Jun 17, 2021, at 10:11 PM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes <
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> >
> > VIN: WDBEB28D0LB242197
> > Thank you!
> >
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> >>
> >> Probably easier to find it on the data card.  Chat me the VIN and i'll
> get
> >> it for you.
> >>
> >>> On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 9:42 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes <
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> >>> Where do I find on om602 300D?
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Re: [MBZ] Engine number

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Probably easier to find it on the data card.  Chat me the VIN and i'll get
it for you.

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Re: [MBZ] Cheap Chinese lifts

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The 12' ceiling really held me up for a while until I had an experienced
installer come and look at my space.  Some lifts require that height for
the columns, but the Mohawk I have has shorter columns with overhead
hydraulic lines that are adjustable.  I have 10.5' ceilings and can raise
any car (I've had quite a few, as heavy and large as a long W140) full
standing height, maximum height of the lift.  I can store a vehicle under
if needed, as I did a few times this year during winter storms.  A truck or
tall vehicle would be an issue, but I don't own any of those.

I paid $8k installed for a 7k asymmetrical Mohawk.  No regrets at all.  The
7k isn't available anymore and their next smallest lift is quite a bit more
expensive unfortunately.

Jaime


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> So what expense (ballpark) would I be looking at to put in a two-post
> lift?
>
> I am guessing it's not justified by the amount of work that I do, on the
> other hand maybe I'd keep up on stuff better if it was less of a PITA to
> actually do the work.
>
> I do have a three-bay garage but ceiling is 10' and mostly I see 12' as
> the minimum. In theory I could box out another 2' of height over the
> center bay, but that would be more $$$$.
>
> Allan
>
> Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes  writes:
>
> > Allan,
> > Trial and error and some common sense!
> >
> > I have a Mohawk asymmetrical lift and a balanced load isn't always
> obvious
> > due to the angle of the columns.  But you can determine if you're heavy
> in
> > one direction or the other based on the load felt on some of the rollers.
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Re: [MBZ] Cheap Chinese lifts

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Allan,
Trial and error and some common sense!

I have a Mohawk asymmetrical lift and a balanced load isn't always obvious
due to the angle of the columns.  But you can determine if you're heavy in
one direction or the other based on the load felt on some of the rollers.

Jaime



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> When you use a two post lift how do you know where to place the lift
> arms so the car is balanced?
>
> Allan
>
> Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes  writes:
>
> > Somewhat hard for everyday knickknacks but easy for bigger expensive
> > items such as a car lift. I ordered a Mohawk 2 post lift for my garage
> > a few weeks ago. 100% made in the USA. Hugely expensive but I don’t
> > care.
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
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> >> On Jun 8, 2021, at 9:54 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
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> >>
> >> Hard to do.
> >>
> >>> On Tue, Jun 8, 2021, 9:48 PM Dwight Giles via Mercedes <
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> >>>
> >>> Yes. Stay away from Chinese stuff.
> >>>
> >>> Dwight Giles Jr.
> >>> Wickford RI
> >>>
> >>> On Tue, Jun 8, 2021, 7:15 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes <
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> >>>
>  Why support China? Why risk your life under a Chinese lift?  Get a
>  Rotary or a Mohawk.
> 
>  Sent from my iPhone
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> > I have been looking at cheap Chinese lifts with good reviews over
> > the last month or so. I have been busy and not ordered one. I see
> > now the prices are up almost $500 from when I looked a couple of
> > weeks ago. Wtf?
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Re: [MBZ] 1964 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE,$4,444

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Thats an excellent price already for a very rare car.

Not for the faint of heart.  But I see a lot of positives there.

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> A little rough but  could be interesting at a lower price
>
> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/855276535203028
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