Re: [MBZ] Ummmm...this is out of control
no, I am not at john greggs house - Original Message - From: "LT Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, September 03, 2006 9:49 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] U...this is out of control Are you at John Gregg's house? You do get around alot for a country bumpkin. On 9/3/06, Kaleb C. Striplin, Mobile <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Im on the laptop, out of town. Im in downtown dallas right this minute. Have not taken car in yet m -- Proudly marching to the beat of a different kettle of fish. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ummmm...this is out of control
Im on the laptop, out of town. Im in downtown dallas right this minute. Have not taken car in yet - Original Message - From: "Bob Rentfro" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, September 03, 2006 7:13 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] U...this is out of control Two things, Kaleb: 1. What's this "mobile " after your name on this post? 2. Did you get a new exhaust & turbo for your sweet new ride? Bob Rentfro - Original Message - From: "Kaleb C. Striplin, Mobile" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, September 03, 2006 3:51 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] U...this is out of control thats a good thing, then it gets new exhaust, maybe new turbo - Original Message - From: "Desert Rat" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, September 03, 2006 2:26 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] U...this is out of control Strange how this guy knows all about the # 20 head but fails to notice that it has a trap oxidixer. On 9/3/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I think this is a new all time high bidding war for a 20 year old wagon. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1987-Station-Wagon-LOW-MILES-IMMACULATE-DIESEL_W0QQitemZ150026647366 -- Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler #22 (218k) '84 300D (216k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- John Freer Palm Springs, CA 1992 500SEL 143K "Stardust" 1996 Sidekick 57K "Kermit" 1992 500SL 109K "The Flying Plum" ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ummmm...this is out of control
that does seem quite strange - Original Message - From: "Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, September 03, 2006 5:54 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] U...this is out of control "Kaleb C. Striplin, Mobile" wrote: thats a good thing, then it gets new exhaust, maybe new turbo But why wouldn't a Mercedesshop forum reader have found time to get that done sometime since the recall? He's owned the thing for 10 years. I take it the recall wasn't in place when the first head failed at 40,000 miles and he took the car to the dealer. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ummmm...this is out of control
thats a good thing, then it gets new exhaust, maybe new turbo - Original Message - From: "Desert Rat" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, September 03, 2006 2:26 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] U...this is out of control Strange how this guy knows all about the # 20 head but fails to notice that it has a trap oxidixer. On 9/3/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I think this is a new all time high bidding war for a 20 year old wagon. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1987-Station-Wagon-LOW-MILES-IMMACULATE-DIESEL_W0QQitemZ150026647366 -- Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler #22 (218k) '84 300D (216k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- John Freer Palm Springs, CA 1992 500SEL 143K "Stardust" 1996 Sidekick 57K "Kermit" 1992 500SL 109K "The Flying Plum" ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ummmm...this is out of control
its nice, but not that nice - Original Message - From: "Zeitgeist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, September 03, 2006 1:54 PM Subject: [MBZ] U...this is out of control I think this is a new all time high bidding war for a 20 year old wagon. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1987-Station-Wagon-LOW-MILES-IMMACULATE-DIESEL_W0QQitemZ150026647366 -- Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler #22 (218k) '84 300D (216k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Branson
well today was silver dollar city, got another day to go back there. I think we are getting tickets to yakov and some magic show, as well as the 3 museums for tomorrows 90 minutes of hell, which is actually closer to 2 hours probably - Original Message - From: "Bob Rentfro" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 11:03 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson So...what show did you see? Bob R - Original Message - From: "Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 9:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson yea, thats a good idea. I did mention many times how their pitch was almost exactly like a rainbow demonstratio - Original Message - From: "R A Bennell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 11:52 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson Turn the tables on them. Try, at every opportunity, to sell them one of your old MB's. In addition, Regina could try to sell them on the idea of having a "vacation" property in OK (she is a REALTOR, isn't she?). There must be some property back home that you could try to flog. Randy B -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 11:12 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson i got kicked out of a timeshare thing just the other week in gatlinburg. These people are just beyond any criminals you are used to. like vacuum cleaner salespeople, they prey on the semi literate inbred crowd. This lot was about the vilest group i've ever gone up against -- even uglier than the MBCA braintrust! On 5/29/06, James Jetton <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Kaleb, Prepare for the sales team onslaught. I kid you not, these people are gonna try to pressure you into buying a time share. Nothings free in this world, you just discovered what your trip cost you. Good luck, these are professional sales people. Sharks. Words that belong on Banned. James Jetton 1987 300SDL 144k 1996 Ford F-250 Powerstroke 173k ___ ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Branson
hahahahahahaha, yea, maybe he has - Original Message - From: "Rich Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 10:54 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson "they prey on the semi literate inbred crowd." So, you both have been to these pitches, huh? Multiple times? --R From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 9:50 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson you got kicked out? I have GOT to hear this story. I have another appointment tomorrow to get some cheap show tickets. Im thinking about passing after the last one since we are switching from the motel to our resort tomorrow, which has lots to do there. - Original Message - From: "Gary Hurst" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "h froMercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 11:12 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson i got kicked out of a timeshare thing just the other week in gatlinburg. These people are just beyond any criminals you are used to. like vacuum cleaner salespeople, they prey on the semi literate inbred crowd. This lot was about the vilest group i've ever gone up against -- even uglier than the MBCA braintrust! ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now
hahahahahahahahaha - Original Message - From: "Bob Rentfro" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 2:32 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now Hopefully the link for parts isn't going to change to MoBenz or ShoMeBenz... Bob Rentfro - Original Message ----- From: "Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 8:18 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now Well we signed up to go on some tour of some resort and in return we get free/dirt cheap tickets to things. Wonder what kind of scam this is going to be. - Original Message - From: "OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 6:39 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now Ideas for shows? no - you're SOL in Bransen. The car? - Sell that POS to me for the usual $500. Anyway, stuck here in the tourist trap, figuring out which shows are worth going to. Anybody got any ideas? -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK "The Americans will always do the right thing... after they've exhausted all the alternatives." Sir Winston Churchill '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Branson
yea, thats a good idea. I did mention many times how their pitch was almost exactly like a rainbow demonstratio - Original Message - From: "R A Bennell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 11:52 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson Turn the tables on them. Try, at every opportunity, to sell them one of your old MB's. In addition, Regina could try to sell them on the idea of having a "vacation" property in OK (she is a REALTOR, isn't she?). There must be some property back home that you could try to flog. Randy B -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 11:12 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson i got kicked out of a timeshare thing just the other week in gatlinburg. These people are just beyond any criminals you are used to. like vacuum cleaner salespeople, they prey on the semi literate inbred crowd. This lot was about the vilest group i've ever gone up against -- even uglier than the MBCA braintrust! On 5/29/06, James Jetton <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Kaleb, Prepare for the sales team onslaught. I kid you not, these people are gonna try to pressure you into buying a time share. Nothings free in this world, you just discovered what your trip cost you. Good luck, these are professional sales people. Sharks. Words that belong on Banned. James Jetton 1987 300SDL 144k 1996 Ford F-250 Powerstroke 173k ___ ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Branson
you got kicked out? I have GOT to hear this story. I have another appointment tomorrow to get some cheap show tickets. Im thinking about passing after the last one since we are switching from the motel to our resort tomorrow, which has lots to do there. - Original Message - From: "Gary Hurst" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "h froMercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 11:12 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson i got kicked out of a timeshare thing just the other week in gatlinburg. These people are just beyond any criminals you are used to. like vacuum cleaner salespeople, they prey on the semi literate inbred crowd. This lot was about the vilest group i've ever gone up against -- even uglier than the MBCA braintrust! On 5/29/06, James Jetton <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Kaleb, Prepare for the sales team onslaught. I kid you not, these people are gonna try to pressure you into buying a time share. Nothings free in this world, you just discovered what your trip cost you. Good luck, these are professional sales people. Sharks. Words that belong on Banned. James Jetton 1987 300SDL 144k 1996 Ford F-250 Powerstroke 173k ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now
Well we did get the tickets, but you have to be an strong willed asshole not get intimidated into buying. - Original Message - From: "Tom Hargrave" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Mercedes Discussion List'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 10:36 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now "VICTIM" is a very accurate term. We were sat down with a high pressure salesmen who pushed us to buy into a vacation plan. When we did not after 2 hours, the salesman stated that he had to discuss something with his boss. I asked my Wife how important the free gift was and she stated "not this important" and we walked out. We found out salesman outside, smoking a cigarette. He was just making us sit there that much longer! It was all part of the plan - to keep us in the seat until we bought! By the way, we never received the "free gift". The salesman reminded me several times that I would receive the gift after meeting with him. In other words, the "gift" was nothing more than a ploy to keep us in our seats! I'm sure that we would have received our Webber grill after another 2 hours of high pressure sales!!! I hope your experience is better, but it probably won't be. Ask for the tickets first then leave! Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Berryman Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 10:05 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now On May 28, 2006, at 11:18 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile wrote: Well we signed up to go on some tour of some resort and in return we get free/dirt cheap tickets to things. Wonder what kind of scam this is going to be. They're going to take up a couple hours of your time and try to sell you a condo or time-share or something. They usually put you on a bus with a bunch of other victims so they have a captive (in the true sense of the word) audience. This is done in many tourist traps. It's a waste of time and can ruin your vacation. Nothing is free and you know it. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now
Well we just got done with the first tour, have another one with another company tomorrow. BOY OLD BOY do they put the heat on. Geez. I thought we were never going to get out of there. Then they try and turn you against each other. - Original Message - From: "John Berryman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 10:04 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now On May 28, 2006, at 11:18 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile wrote: Well we signed up to go on some tour of some resort and in return we get free/dirt cheap tickets to things. Wonder what kind of scam this is going to be. They're going to take up a couple hours of your time and try to sell you a condo or time-share or something. They usually put you on a bus with a bunch of other victims so they have a captive (in the true sense of the word) audience. This is done in many tourist traps. It's a waste of time and can ruin your vacation. Nothing is free and you know it. Johnny B. I Mac Therefore I am ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Coil Spring Compressor
you DO NOT need a spring compressor for the rear springs, thats right folks, you do not need one. They are not under very much tension. All you have to do is unhook the shock etc and just lower the arm down, the spring will fall right out - Original Message - From: "Trampas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Mercedes Discussion List'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 7:38 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Coil Spring Compressor Kaleb, That is a great way to do it! I replaced rear bushings in my 300SD using a cheap spring compressor. Of course I am very safety minded so I always use a chain or cable to hold spring compressed and to hold spring compressor in place. However it was still a bit scary, thus I went ahead and ordered the correct tool (hopefully) to do the front suspension. Note that I have had cheap spring compressors come off a spring once. Of course I had the safety chain so it was not a problem. Now if I am doing struts I will take assembly to auto shop give mechanic $20 to swap struts using wall mounted spring compressor. Trampas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 11:26 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Coil Spring Compressor Here is the secret okie method for compressing the springs, use by itself or as a safety to using the cheap compressor. Its called the come-a-long spring compressor. Basically you get a couple of pairs of come-a-longs and let the cable out on them, run it down thru the certer hole above the spring down toward the bottom and hook the hook on the spring. Hook cable from on on one side of spring, cable on other side of spring. If you cant get 2 pairs in there just use one. You can either use this as a safety while compressing with a cheap compressor, if just use it by itself. Crank the come-a-longs down till you get it compressed enough to get it out, then slowly let the tension off. You are doing this from the engine compartment btw. I would not stand next to it though in case it does somehow let loose, but you should be safe is you are above the engine compartment. I have used this method a few times on parts cars but never on a car I was putting back together, so proceed at your own risk. - Original Message - From: "Hendrik Riessen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 7:33 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Coil Spring Compressor I have to confess I compressed some front 123 springs with cheap compressors, the only way I would do that again is to use at least 3 or 4 of them together. It worked with two but was a scary experience. Hendrik whose old 200 got dealt a death blow over the weekend - Original Message - From: "Jim Cathey" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 4:15 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Coil Spring Compressor I need an internal coil spring compressor to do some work on my W126. Since this is the second or third time I have needed one I was going to purchase one. Does anyone have one for sale or a recommendation for cheap one? I got in on the group-buy Klann. Not that cheap, but substantially less than normal! Compressed springs are a death trap, this is one place I sprung (!) for the correct tool. Good luck. -- Jim ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 268.7.1/348 - Release Date: 25/05/2006 ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Quick fix for freewheeling fan clutch
on the SDL, it should also run when the coolant temp gets about a certain temp, I want to say 110 or so - Original Message - From: Brian Smyla To: 'Mercedes mailing list' Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 5:58 AM Subject: Re: Quick fix for freewheeling fan clutch Thanks for the input, Kaleb and Jim. The aux fan runs, but apparently only when the A/C refrigerant pressure rises above 325psi. My hot running problem wasn't at idle, only at speed, and even then, only under load (climbing a mild grade, speeds over 80mph, etc..) when the ambient temperature is over 85 degrees F. I will check to make sure the radiator tubes aren't clogged ahead of the fan clutch, but I'm fairly certain that's not the case. I did drive the car again yesterday, and the temp gauge never rose more than one needle width above 80. I tried grounding both of the single wire sensors in the upper radiator hose outlet on the head, but neither of them made the aux fan run. Am I looking in the wrong place for the sensor that cuts the fan in? There's another sensor mounted in that outlet, but it's a two wire sensor. I'm assuming that's not the correct one. Thanks again! -brian
Re: [MBZ] Branson
yep, I figured, just say no though. Besides, we already have a time share that my granmother gave us - Original Message - From: "James Jetton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 1:57 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Branson Kaleb, Prepare for the sales team onslaught. I kid you not, these people are gonna try to pressure you into buying a time share. Nothings free in this world, you just discovered what your trip cost you. Good luck, these are professional sales people. Sharks. Words that belong on Banned. James Jetton 1987 300SDL 144k 1996 Ford F-250 Powerstroke 173k ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now
its just a little bug, not to worry - Original Message - From: "Luther Gulseth" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 12:47 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now Bet Regina is real happy right now. Do you have backup transportation? Maybe instead of seeing shows, you need to get the SDL running correctly so you can get home. Unless you expect that one of us will give you a ride home....... Luther Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: Drove the SDL over to branson, will be here all week. The damn thing started acting up. First in the stop and go traffic it started running too hot. The aux fan would not kick in so I assume switch is bad, I just jumped it to run all the time, so temp is fine now. Then it started not wanting to upshift when it should, and does not want to go into 4th. Then all the sudden the throttle did not rev the engine. Pulled over, yep, linkage was loose. Discovered one of the ball joints totally worn out so it will not stay on. Ended up taking the cruise linkage off and taking one of the cheapy plastic ball joint things and fitting it onto the other linkage. Works fine now but still didnt solve my wierd tranny issue. Fluid level is fine, not burned or anthing. Almost acts like the kickdown solinoid is stuck. Which it could be I suppose. It did this once before a while back but has not done it since. If you get up to speed if you put it in neutral then back to drive it will fall down into 4th. Anyway, stuck here in the tourist trap, figuring out which shows are worth going to. Anybody got any ideas? -- Luther KB5QHU Alma, Ark '83 300SD (235kmi WVO/diesel mix) '82 300CD (160kmi) '82 300D (74kmi needs block or engine) ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now
yea, wouldnt mind that, but its expensive - Original Message - From: "Robert & Tara Ludwick" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, May 29, 2006 12:27 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now That Dixie Stampede show is pretty neat, just make sure not to sit in the front row if you don't want manure in your supper. There is an Oreilly auto parts just off the main drag east of US 65 for getting generic fixin goodies ( remember that one from limping through that traffic jam with a bum alternator a few years ago :-) --Robert Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile wrote: Drove the SDL over to branson, will be here all week. The damn thing started acting up. First in the stop and go traffic it started running too hot. The aux fan would not kick in so I assume switch is bad, I just jumped it to run all the time, so temp is fine now. Then it started not wanting to upshift when it should, and does not want to go into 4th. Then all the sudden the throttle did not rev the engine. Pulled over, yep, linkage was loose. Discovered one of the ball joints totally worn out so it will not stay on. Ended up taking the cruise linkage off and taking one of the cheapy plastic ball joint things and fitting it onto the other linkage. Works fine now but still didnt solve my wierd tranny issue. Fluid level is fine, not burned or anthing. Almost acts like the kickdown solinoid is stuck. Which it could be I suppose. It did this once before a while back but has not done it since. If you get up to speed if you put it in neutral then back to drive it will fall down into 4th. Anyway, stuck here in the tourist trap, figuring out which shows are worth going to. Anybody got any ideas? ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now
Im going to check the fluid again tomorrow, but before I left the house today it looked spot on, and when I checked it later when we got here and it started acting up, it almost looked a litle high maybe. I have had it do this though when the fluid was a hair low though. - Original Message - From: "Tom Hargrave" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Mercedes Discussion List'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 8:19 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now My best guess is that your fluid is low. Once you suck in air, strange things start to happen. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 5:58 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now I dont have any metal flakes. Have a spare tranny at home though - Original Message - From: "Tom Hargrave" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Mercedes Discussion List'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 5:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now My 300SDL tranny did that and I checked the fluid. It looked like metal flake paint. $1760.00 later, I was back on the road. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 5:08 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now Drove the SDL over to branson, will be here all week. The damn thing started acting up. First in the stop and go traffic it started running too hot. The aux fan would not kick in so I assume switch is bad, I just jumped it to run all the time, so temp is fine now. Then it started not wanting to upshift when it should, and does not want to go into 4th. Then all the sudden the throttle did not rev the engine. Pulled over, yep, linkage was loose. Discovered one of the ball joints totally worn out so it will not stay on. Ended up taking the cruise linkage off and taking one of the cheapy plastic ball joint things and fitting it onto the other linkage. Works fine now but still didnt solve my wierd tranny issue. Fluid level is fine, not burned or anthing. Almost acts like the kickdown solinoid is stuck. Which it could be I suppose. It did this once before a while back but has not done it since. If you get up to speed if you put it in neutral then back to drive it will fall down into 4th. Anyway, stuck here in the tourist trap, figuring out which shows are worth going to. Anybody got any ideas? ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Coil Spring Compressor
Here is the secret okie method for compressing the springs, use by itself or as a safety to using the cheap compressor. Its called the come-a-long spring compressor. Basically you get a couple of pairs of come-a-longs and let the cable out on them, run it down thru the certer hole above the spring down toward the bottom and hook the hook on the spring. Hook cable from on on one side of spring, cable on other side of spring. If you cant get 2 pairs in there just use one. You can either use this as a safety while compressing with a cheap compressor, if just use it by itself. Crank the come-a-longs down till you get it compressed enough to get it out, then slowly let the tension off. You are doing this from the engine compartment btw. I would not stand next to it though in case it does somehow let loose, but you should be safe is you are above the engine compartment. I have used this method a few times on parts cars but never on a car I was putting back together, so proceed at your own risk. - Original Message - From: "Hendrik Riessen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 7:33 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Coil Spring Compressor I have to confess I compressed some front 123 springs with cheap compressors, the only way I would do that again is to use at least 3 or 4 of them together. It worked with two but was a scary experience. Hendrik whose old 200 got dealt a death blow over the weekend - Original Message - From: "Jim Cathey" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 4:15 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Coil Spring Compressor I need an internal coil spring compressor to do some work on my W126. Since this is the second or third time I have needed one I was going to purchase one. Does anyone have one for sale or a recommendation for cheap one? I got in on the group-buy Klann. Not that cheap, but substantially less than normal! Compressed springs are a death trap, this is one place I sprung (!) for the correct tool. Good luck. -- Jim ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 268.7.1/348 - Release Date: 25/05/2006 ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] So
yea, I think I may have a piece of junk in the tranny causing something to stick. As I said, I had this happen once before for a spell then it quit, probably when whatever worked loose. It shifts perfect other than that when its doing what its supposed to - Original Message - From: "Dan Weeks" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 7:26 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] So Kaleb wrote: Then it started not wanting to upshift when it should, and does not want to go into 4th. Kaleb: My 300SD started doing this to me--only when hot. Fluid looked and smelled fine, kickdown and shift actuator all checked out. My indy suggested flushing the trans, which I had them do. They reported that even tho the fluid on the dipstick looked good to both them and to me, that they got a lot of gunk out of the trans. It's been fine ever since, and the shifts are noticeably firmer and more positive, both up and down. I'd get the thing flushed and see what happens. Dan -- Dan Weeks 82 VW Westfalia 1.6 TD conversion 186k 82 Mercedes 300SD, 279k ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] Quick fix for freewheeling fan clutch
your aux fan is not kicking in, the better approax would to jump the swith so it runs all the time for now - Original Message - From: "Brian Smyla" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Mercedes mailing list'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 6:56 PM Subject: [MBZ] Quick fix for freewheeling fan clutch My SO alerted me to the fact that the 300SDL coolant temp has been running anywhere between 80 and 120 as of late. (She won't let me drive the diesel because she likes it better than the 560SEL). I thought she was imagining things, but a 10 mile drive at 70MPH proved her right. Turns out that the fan clutch isn't locking up, and the airflow over the radiator with the A/C running and the engine under a moderate load causes the coolant temp to creep up to levels that I'm not comfortable with. We're faced with a drive from NC to NJ in the morning, and of course nobody around here stocks a replacement clutch. Don't want to drive the 560 because it drinks too much of the high priced gas. I went to the local Advance Auto for ideas. While browsing, I remembered that one of the round 'donut' exhaust hangers on the 560 muffler had broken. I grabbed one off the shelf to replace it, and I suddenly noticed that it was the perfect size to sandwich between the fan clutch and water pump pulley. Freewheeling fan clutch problem solved! Looks like I'll be able to make my trip in the diesel without worry of cracking the head. Sure enough, after installing the donut between the fan clutch and the pump pulley, it locked up the fan clutch perfectly, with no slippage. Wonder how long it'll last? -brian ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now
Well we signed up to go on some tour of some resort and in return we get free/dirt cheap tickets to things. Wonder what kind of scam this is going to be. - Original Message - From: "OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 6:39 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now Ideas for shows? no - you're SOL in Bransen. The car? - Sell that POS to me for the usual $500. Anyway, stuck here in the tourist trap, figuring out which shows are worth going to. Anybody got any ideas? -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK "The Americans will always do the right thing... after they've exhausted all the alternatives." Sir Winston Churchill '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now
haha, ok - Original Message - From: "Bob Rentfro" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 5:41 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now I have friends there right now who see the Haygoods EVERY DAY! Their girls are in love with them. If you go and see a blonde family of six, front row center, who answer to the Wursts, tell the youngest girl, Britney, not to forget my nalkins. Bob Rentfro - Original Message - From: "Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 3:07 PM Subject: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now Drove the SDL over to branson, will be here all week. The damn thing started acting up. First in the stop and go traffic it started running too hot. The aux fan would not kick in so I assume switch is bad, I just jumped it to run all the time, so temp is fine now. Then it started not wanting to upshift when it should, and does not want to go into 4th. Then all the sudden the throttle did not rev the engine. Pulled over, yep, linkage was loose. Discovered one of the ball joints totally worn out so it will not stay on. Ended up taking the cruise linkage off and taking one of the cheapy plastic ball joint things and fitting it onto the other linkage. Works fine now but still didnt solve my wierd tranny issue. Fluid level is fine, not burned or anthing. Almost acts like the kickdown solinoid is stuck. Which it could be I suppose. It did this once before a while back but has not done it since. If you get up to speed if you put it in neutral then back to drive it will fall down into 4th. Anyway, stuck here in the tourist trap, figuring out which shows are worth going to. Anybody got any ideas? ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now
I dont have any metal flakes. Have a spare tranny at home though - Original Message - From: "Tom Hargrave" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'Mercedes Discussion List'" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 5:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now My 300SDL tranny did that and I checked the fluid. It looked like metal flake paint. $1760.00 later, I was back on the road. Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 www.kegkits.com -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin, mobile Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 5:08 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] so Im in Branson right now Drove the SDL over to branson, will be here all week. The damn thing started acting up. First in the stop and go traffic it started running too hot. The aux fan would not kick in so I assume switch is bad, I just jumped it to run all the time, so temp is fine now. Then it started not wanting to upshift when it should, and does not want to go into 4th. Then all the sudden the throttle did not rev the engine. Pulled over, yep, linkage was loose. Discovered one of the ball joints totally worn out so it will not stay on. Ended up taking the cruise linkage off and taking one of the cheapy plastic ball joint things and fitting it onto the other linkage. Works fine now but still didnt solve my wierd tranny issue. Fluid level is fine, not burned or anthing. Almost acts like the kickdown solinoid is stuck. Which it could be I suppose. It did this once before a while back but has not done it since. If you get up to speed if you put it in neutral then back to drive it will fall down into 4th. Anyway, stuck here in the tourist trap, figuring out which shows are worth going to. Anybody got any ideas? ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
[MBZ] so Im in Branson right now
Drove the SDL over to branson, will be here all week. The damn thing started acting up. First in the stop and go traffic it started running too hot. The aux fan would not kick in so I assume switch is bad, I just jumped it to run all the time, so temp is fine now. Then it started not wanting to upshift when it should, and does not want to go into 4th. Then all the sudden the throttle did not rev the engine. Pulled over, yep, linkage was loose. Discovered one of the ball joints totally worn out so it will not stay on. Ended up taking the cruise linkage off and taking one of the cheapy plastic ball joint things and fitting it onto the other linkage. Works fine now but still didnt solve my wierd tranny issue. Fluid level is fine, not burned or anthing. Almost acts like the kickdown solinoid is stuck. Which it could be I suppose. It did this once before a while back but has not done it since. If you get up to speed if you put it in neutral then back to drive it will fall down into 4th. Anyway, stuck here in the tourist trap, figuring out which shows are worth going to. Anybody got any ideas?
Re: [MBZ] Cheap Texas '77 300D
Nothing cheap about that car. Bad paint, engine questionable, will need a complete new interior unless you love the cheap aftermarket vinyl covers - Original Message - From: "Rick Knoble" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes mailing list" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2006 10:16 AM Subject: [MBZ] Cheap Texas '77 300D http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1977-mercedes-300d-needs-vaccum-pump_W0QQitemZ4643078918QQcategoryZ6330QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Rick Knoble '85 300 CD '87 190 DT ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
