Re: [MBZ] Funny shipping
Yes, the same, slightly flexible plastic strips to which I was referring. My car is right on the line too, perfect way to describe it! There are just a few more good things going for it than bad, pretty neglected through the years but has a nice interior and pretty straight body despite the slight rocker/floor rust and some rust behind the rear wheels. Right now, I'm trying to chase down a slight brake fluid leak. I'm suspecting that it's leaking into the booster, no way to know for sure other than that there's no evidence of fluid leaking onto the ground when pumping the pedal. Now that I have another pressure bleeder nearly set up, I'm going to blead and pressurize the system and see if we can figure out where it's leaking. To give you an idea of the size of the leak, the reservoir was enpty after a few times out with the car. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 316Kmi, Liesel -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond Sent: Friday, May 04, 2012 6:14 AM To: Diesel List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Funny shipping To be clear these are the black plastic strips on top of the aluminium strips. The price would be gag inducing on a jalopy but as my car is right on the line I figured to go for it. -Curt Date: Thu, 3 May 2012 15:08:15 -0700 From: Kevin Kraly kr...@comcast.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Funny shipping Message-ID: 9701EA9A1E2A4695844D6F6E2E405AA0@chellePC Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset=iso-8859-1; reply-type=original My trim strips for the top of the rain gutters on my 240D arrived today. Glad to hear that those strips are still available! The ones on my 240D are bent, and one of them is even broken in one spot. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 316Kmi, Liesel the wet Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Funny shipping
My trim strips for the top of the rain gutters on my 240D arrived today. Glad to hear that those strips are still available! The ones on my 240D are bent, and one of them is even broken in one spot. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 316Kmi, Liesel the wet Diesel -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond Sent: Thursday, May 03, 2012 9:24 AM To: Diesel List Subject: [MBZ] Funny shipping Nobody's had a funny Rusty shipping story lately so I've got one. My trim strips for the top of the rain gutters on my 240D arrived today. The box is, no joke, 4.5 x 5 x .5 FEET. Its huge, you could fit a short skinny girl in it. Of course it weighs nothing, its mostly packing material. They did it to keep from having to kink the trim strips but its a pretty funny box. Good show Q, good show. -Curt ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 300SD suspension rebuild done!
I discovered that an empty anti-freeze jug makes a very nice pillow for working under the car. Right size, and fairly comfortable. Timely advice since I'm right in the middle of my 240D engine/tranny mount replacement job! I had to cut the job short as I needed a 6mm hex socket for the upper bolts since the one I had wasn't a good fit and would have stripped the heads if I had pressed onward. Just as I was about to go back to work, the weather turned a quick 180 from partly cloudy skies with lots of sun to RAIN, HAIL AND WIND for at least an hour!! I put on a rain coat, threw the tools in the back seat footwell and called it a night. I didn't even see the storm coming, hahahahaha! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel, all jacked up ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Roger's c300
About the best thing the techs, who had the cars up on the racks, could say, was that it was a 40 year old car. A 40 year old survivor, still in the fight! I'm about to resume the work on the '77 240D who is definitely sporting quite a patina. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Very Cheap '74 450SL 149Kmi $1500
Clay could have had this one for half the money. Could have TWICE the problems though. Anyone want me to take a “look see” at this one since it’s right down the street? http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/2951127131.html Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Who wanted a TD?
It's got a knock. Yeah, 5 of them! It uses Diesel! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OBTW
Would it be too much trouble to post a photo for those of us without imagination? Come on! Live in my world for a while. Who needs pictures anyway? Seriously, things would be a whole lot better if I could see pictures and not have to rely on words alone. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: garage door openers
I have a Chamberlain rubber-toothed belt driven unit that's been doing pretty well for 4 years now. It was much quieter than the chain driven model it replaced. I like the direct drive idea and the torsion type opener allowing more space above the door for storage. I may be replacing the garage door opener at my Dad's house since it's been quite noisy although still working. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] One for Wilton
I had an older 3 wheel mobility scooter that my uncle gave me when he upgraded about 10 years ago. I was intending to put a gokart type engine on it, probably a 2 stroke. The project never got off the ground, and I ended up passing it on. Dad now has a mobility scooter of his own, and he would have gotten quite a kick out of it! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] w201 2.5
Gonna have to pass on that one, not quite 40MPG. At least it's closer to the truth. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Clay's 450SL
Congrats on your new toy! May your hands get dirty, your wallet not get so thin, and your smile grow wider, that is if we get some top down weather soon! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Save a 220D!
Sounds like another rusty but trusty. If it was near me, I would do it. I already have a cheap beater in this '77 240D. It doesn't have a newly rebuilt engine though. However, all floorboards are solid. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] R107 chubb
Come on down to Vancouver and look this one over. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/2908057854.html Not mine, no interest, ETC. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] CL Unimog-406
Some people think that the only place for a Diesel engine is in a truck or tractor. When I told a friend of mine about my diesel Benz addiction, that was exactly his reaction. How funny that our Kubota B7100 and L2500 tractors would have probably outrun the 240D to 20MPH! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] More 107 fun
I love your description of that 450SL! This 240D I have is much the same, pretty good mechanically although it's been eaten up by the tin worm too. It doesn't have any mold in the cabin, one of the reasons I bought it. It's a good around town car, but with all of the rust, isn't worth putting much money into restauring it's beauty, IMO. It will be getting motor mounts and shocks to enhance the driving pleasure, and it may need some driveshaft work as it has a slight vibration at speed. For $750, you can't complain too much. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] '77 240D alternator belt adjustment woes
After hours of fiddling with the alt, I was able to get the third bolt loose, the one inboard from the toothed adjuster bolt at the top. It actually comes in from the front like the other two with a nut on the backside. Once I was able to get it loose enough to allow the bracket to move with the adjuster, I was able to set the belt tension and get it right. Initially, I thought that the adjuster was maxed out, so I bought a shorter belt. I ended up going back to the original once I was able to get the adjuster working as it should. I'll never be stumped by a W123 alternator again!!! I do have another question. While rolling around under the car, I found a part attached to the cross member just behind the oil pan. In the middle of this cross member is a stud/bolt that faces the oil pan. Right now, it has bare threads at one end. Is there supposed to be a nut on it? What is it holding? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] '77 240D alternator belt adjustment woes
I fought with the thing for nearly 3 hours with no success! I got the bolts loose, tried to move the adjustor bolt with the teeth that slide the bracket to tighten it, but can’t figure out the proper technique to get it tighter. It seems looser ow! What am I doing wrong? Is there a proper way to move the adjustor? TIA, Kevin in Hillsboo, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] '77 240D alternator belt adjustment woes
Well, therein lies the problem. I only see two bolts, the toothy one at the top and a pivot bolt at the bottom, both currently loose. Where would the third bolt be? Does it come in from the front with a nut on the backside like the other two? It's been a while since I've dealt with one of these on my first '78 300D whose toothy bolt wasn't up to the task either. On this 240D with the two afore mentioned bolts loose, the alt will move 1/4 or a little more back and forth. I can't move it by hand to get any tightness on the belt. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 240D Update
I have the ramps and cloth, so all I have to do is convince someone to crawl under after me to take a better look at the stuff I can't feel. There are so many points for fluid leakage as wel like oil cooler ps and fuel hoses, radiator hoses, etc that can really add up. And if one blows, it can cook the engine and render the car worthless. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315kmi, Liesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 240D Update
That's a funny story! I would have seen the rust if I wanted to crawl underneath on the muddy driveway. I probably wouldn't have bought it if I had known what was under there. However, now that it's here, we're going to have some fun with it. It also has a bitt of blowby pressure coming out the oil cap, but no smoke. I'm hoping some of this clears up now that it has Mobil 1 in the crankcase. We had it out for a few hours today around town. We got it up to almost 80 to clean it out before doing the emissions testing and registration. It passed! Now, I'm going to get some fuel filters and Diesel Purge, and try to find another set of valve adjustment wrenches to replace the ones I lost. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel ze Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 240D Update
Yes, I'm totally blind, 100%. I have pretty good luck with mechanical things, but I haven't tried soldering or welding. Of course, I couldn't see the color of the metal to determine if I was welding or just blasting through something. It's too hot to touch to try to find out where I would be working...OUCH! I'll have to have someone else weld up this car, either a shop or preferably a new owner. There are quite a few cars out there with generally rust free bodies. When I'm in the market again LOOKING for my next Mercedes, I'm crawling underneath it, having someone look underneath for me, or taking it somewhere for a real inspection. Once again, the saying proves true. THERE'S NOTHING MORE EXPENSIVE THAN A CHEAP MERCEDES Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Rusty (just kidding, Rusty!) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 240D Update
I found some things that were better than expected, and a couple things that were a bit worse. The sway bar link isn’t broken. The dragging sound was the exhaust pipe rubbing on the axle. As a temporary repair, I replaced the missing donut with a couple zip ties until I get the parts. The bad part was when I jacked up the left front to switch out the badly worn tire with the much better spare. This was when I found a bit of rot under the jack point, same situation on the other side. The rocker panels and floorboards seem ok, but as you go under the car, there’s rot in the whole corner on both sides just behind the wheelwells. This isn’t turning out to be such a good car after all. I’ll probably end up getting my money back out of it and move on. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the rusty Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Volt vs. Gas
BioDiesel for .28 less than #2? That's gone the other way in the 10 years I've had an interest. I tried some bio in my first 300D. At that time in 2003, it was $.50 more than #2D. I'll have to check prices for bio in Portland since I don't believe it's available out here in the westside 'burbs. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel the Diesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Volt vs. Gas
The '07 Dodge pickups with the Cummins 6.7L engines were some of the first to be equipped with Diesel particulate filters (DPF's). They have very little odor. The 240D is another story :d! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The 240D LIVES!
I got my hands a bit dirtier with the 240D today. I pulled out the rear bench seat to find very little mess underneath. The cloth backing on the seat upholstery is still intact, something I haven't seen on any of my W123's to date! Is it any co-inky-dink that this is the only one without a sunroof? HMMM! Other than the driver's seat, the MB-Tex and seat springs are in AWESOME shape. Also, the vacuum locks work!! The rear passenger door lock rod can't be moved by hand, and doesn't move with the other 3 locks. Under the hood, things are pretty good. While it was running, I walked around and listened. I had noticed a rattle when we first drove the car, and it was still there. I determined that it was coming from the right side of the engine, so I hit the stop lever and began feeling around. It turned out to be a loose bolt that holds the air filter bracket to the intake manifold. I removed the three bolts holding the air filter housing to get access to the offending bolt. Now that everything is put back as it should be, it sounds great! It seems to be idling too low. I've never adjusted the idle on any of my cars before. What tools are needed, and where is the adjustment located on the IP? TIA, Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D 315Kmi, Liesel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] The 240D LIVES!
All I had to do to get her running was to hook up the new battery! One 45 second glow cycle and it lit right off like it was sitting overnight! The idle is a bit low and the shift notches don’t line up with the gates, but the drivetrain performs as it should, even the kickdown function! Holding true with any 35 year old survivor, she does have some bad and a bit of ugly thrown in too. There’s a rattle/grinding somewhere in the left rear when the car is moving. I thought it was the muffler dragging, but the exhaust seems to be buttoned up tightly. It doesn’t sound like a sway bar link, more rotational sounding. It came with a set of brake pads, so it could be something with the left rear caliper. The back of the hood is up, probably bent hinges, and the UGLY is the rust through under the battery tray! A little microwave sheet metal, some welding, painting and rust proofer would do it (where are you, Cathey? The rear window gasket is quite dry and cracked, and the front isn’t far behind. It’s straight with a decent interior other than the warn driver’s seat. All in all, it’s a great car for $750! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon 1977 240D, 315K miles, Unnamed PS. Still working on some German names, Irmgard, Liesel, ideas? I thought about Ismelda, (I smelled her) from a mile away hahahahaha!) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] slow list
klatta klatta klatta! Haven't picked up the 240D yet. We have the cash for the car and a new battery if needed, so we're prepared for tomorrow. If it starts and can be driven home, that will be a bonus!! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] slow list
Good for you for walking! I'm trying to get me and the Quincey Doodle guide dog out more, a bit easier around here as it's above freezing. It would be good for both of us to shed a few pounds and, for me, to get the blood pressure down as well. Kevin and guide dog Quincey, Labradoodle in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] slow list
If it doesn't make it, we can always walk since it's a bit over a mile away from us. I'm thinking good thoughts. It seems to have been treated pretty well for being 35 years old. There isn't any dampness/mildew smell inside, most likely due to having no sunroof (10 points for Wilton!). Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Don't let your Tesla battery discharge. It's dead, Jim.
Of course, if you hooked your bricked Tesla to a dumb charger and it caught on fire, maybe, the ins co would pay for that. The fire from a 3 cell 11.1v LiPo RC battery pack is spectacular, so a fire from a pack with hundreds of times more capacity would result in very little recognizable remains if any at all :D! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1985 190E 2.3 question
Thanks for all of the discussion on this 190E 2.3 intake hose question! I'm leaning toward passing on this repair. She may be better off paying a shop to do the job (1) since they know the car (IE what to disassemble, replace or leave in place), and (2) they have to fix whatever they botch. The situation would be different if I'd worked on a 190E before or if it was my own car. It will be nice wrenching on the 240D when it comes home. Gotta love the old 61X engines, klatta klatta klatta!! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon, kein MB Diesel, but not for long! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Don't let your Tesla battery discharge. It's dead, Jim.
I was thinking about possibly purchasing the Toyota/Tesla RAV4 soon to be available, but am reconsidering after reading this. The same situation is possible with the Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries that I use in my radio-controlled truck, and that was a shock to me at nearly $70.00 for a new pack. $40,000 would be a bit more shocking to say the least! Luckily, I was able to resurrect my battery that I left plugged into the truck, a big nono. I had to hook it to a standard charger, charge it up to the minimal capacity (a major fire risk), and then hook it up to the LiPo charger. It worked, and the battery is as good as new. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Finally some news on the 240D
I was finally able to get in touch with the owner of that 240D down the street from me. It’s a 1977 with 200K+ on the clock. He will sell it for $750 which seems fair. The car was a runner before the owner moved south to Eugene and left the car at Mom’s place. He used to commute from Hillsboro with no problems, but he’s been bicycling to work since he’s so close. He has his receipts as well as maintenance records going back 10 years from the previous owner. He has $2K into the car, but would rather sell it to someone who’ll use it than have it sit there unused. I have my suspitions that either it’s not a ‘77 or the engine/tranny have been swapped since it has the vacuum modulation setup rather than strictly mechanical linkages. He doesn’t recall ever doing a valve adjustment, so that would be the first order of business. He invited me to go over and fiddle with it this Saturday to see if I can get it running. It seems like a fun project and a great way to get back into Mercedes Diesels again! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 1985 190E 2.3 question
I have a friend who’s having an issue with her dearly beloved 1985 190E 2.3. There’s a hole in the air intake hose which is throwing off the mixture. Her mechanic quoted hundreds of dollars to fix it, so she approached me today asking if I would fix it for less. I wanted to bounce this off you guys for any gotchas before jumping in. I haven’t looked it to see what has to be removed to get to the offending hose. It sounds like a challenge for me, and an opportunity to make a few bucks to put into my own project 240D. Anyone BTDT? TIA, Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Low Oil Pressure
Those AUTOMACTIC trannies are expensive to fix. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR, still trying to contact the owner of that 240D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Found a 240D right down the street!
If I get a chance to buy it, I'll have to look to find the paint code. Where is it located? BTW, it doesn't have a hole in the roof, Wilton! It has crank windows, but also has AC. I would say it's at least a 1980 due to the vacuum tranny modulation. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Engine pre-start oiling coming back from long term storage
-Original Message- From: Rich Thomas Sent: Friday, February 10, 2012 2:16 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Engine pre-start oiling coming back from long term storage I have heard Marvel Mystery Oil as a good thing to use. I have no idea what Marvel Mystery Oil is, it is a mystery to me! I suppose any light lubricant would be good to use, something that will creep into various tight spaces. --R On 2/10/12 3:59 PM, Brian Toscano wrote: I like Gerry's advise about putting light oil (or ATF) down into those cylinders. My mechanic advised the same thing. Hand turn before trying to fire it up. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] Found a 240D right down the street!
While driving around town today, we found a 240D automatic sitting in a driveway. It’s straight, nice cream (not sure of the proper name) interior with some sort of yellow exterior full of moss/mold. We wrote a note hoping for a response from the owners who weren’t home. It would be a good one to fix up, clean up and enjoy. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Tesla Model X unveiling tonight
Tesla and Toyota are colaborating on a Rav4 EV which I actually got to see and ride in as well since my brother-in-llaw works for Toyota. Electric vehicles would suit our family driving habits very well. It wouldn't tow the boat or travel trailer, so we would have to have a fuel burner in the fleet for that, the '07 Dodge Diesel. I have a feeling that the price is going to scare me off, and the people hauler Crypsler Around Town Country MV is nearly paid off with only 33Kmi on it. Having no payment would be nice! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon -Original Message- From: Tim C Sent: Thursday, February 09, 2012 5:37 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Tesla Model X unveiling tonight On Feb 9, 2012 8:15 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au writes: What is the plan? Drive 300miles and then charge it up for a few hours and go again? I am thinking this is aimed at the upmarket commuter people? Yeah they really only make sense for people with a lot of discretionary cash who can afford to have a car they only drive locally. I rarely drive the 300D outside a 50-mile radius, and don't think I've ever broken 100 miles in 24 hours. I don't really drive the SDL outside the area much more than that, and I could certainly avoid it entirely. Meanwhile I wouldn't mind the travel expense reduction and increased maintenance intervals. I would mind having another car payment though so I think I'll just have to survive in diesel-motivated luxury instead. :) Best, -Tim doesn't do that much work on the diesels, though it's not because they don't want it... ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Bad day for driving
I just love those Cathey stories! If I only had half his ability to resurrect things that seem to be unserviceable, I would be happy! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Crackhead wannabe 300SD expert
I got quite the laugh out of that one...thanks! I don't think I would pay half that. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] R107 heresey
That W110 has me drooling too! I was almost going to buy a 1968 200D automatic years before I found my first W123. It started and ran, but since it sat for years, the fuel was so bad that it would not start reliably and would not idle. the exhaust smelled strrange. Knowing what I now know about Diesels, I would go back and buy it, drain the tank, flush and clean the system and would still be enjoying it. I've decided against that W123, it's been on CL forever. Something has to be wrooong for it not to sell in this area. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 1980 Mercedes 240D $650
Thinking about getting this one since Dad’s iching to work on something again. Anything huge that I should run from? http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/2820321732.html Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Corvair and Globule warming
I owned a '62 Corvair Monza convertible and a couple Greenbrier Vans, a '62 and a '64. None were anything special, but they were very fun to ride around in. Sometimes, I wish I had hung onto the convertible, especially when we're having a nice stretch of warm, sunny weather. I would rather have a 300D or similar Diesel. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 1982 240D clutch seized?
I found a 1982 240D project on CL. The seller claims that the clutch is seized. Is this possible? Here’s the car in question. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/2700271382.html Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] the all-purpose adhesive...
I wonder how well PVC cement would work? It wouldn't look as perdy as new, but hopefully,, it will work. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] buying a car with a lien
I had a neighbor who had one. I never got to ride it, but it sure looked fun as he drove it down the street to test it out one day. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 4 Steel Wheels for a W124..
Posting again since it's snowing early in my neck of the woods. I have 4 steel wheels which I bought with tires for my now sold 300TD. They are stamped 7J x 15H2, ET37. I got them with Blizzaks from the Tire Rack a few years back. The tires are gone and I'd like to offer them to the list in case one of you guys with a W124 could use them for winter. Probably best to respond directly to kevin.slater at gmail dot com if you're interested. I have a picture I can send along so you can see what they look like. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Pacer
My favorite AMC car was my Dad's '69 AMX that he had in the late 70's. It had a 390. It was awesome! He bought it as a running, major oil burning fixer upper. He had it painted a very nice green color, rebuilt the engine and had all of the interior redone. Much later here in Oregon, We also had an Eagle for a winter beater. After we fixed the leaky rear main and put a new timing chain in it, the thing ran great. I almost bought a Pacer, even set up an appointment to look at it, but spotted what would be my first '78 300D and bought that instead. Things have a way of working out for the best. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Need a nut
Those darned squirrels are at it again! This time of year, you've got to hide any nuts that may be carted off and stored for the winter! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Tempting problem 300SDs
I've been watching the the one in Rock Creek. Man, I wish I had the $600 to throw down on it! I would love to have one to tinker on this winter. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Oxygen
I think Kevin Kraly was given too much O2 and then he was blind Yes, that's what happened. It was bumped up to near 70%, and 40% is enough to cause blindness, IIRC Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Very OT - ISO rolling folding file cart (??)
We have a couple of them. Wifey uses one for her dragon boat race paperwork, and I have one for wheeling my rC car and batteries. Target also sells them. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 40 years of MB Dieselling
One time, we were out with the first '78 300D and bought a wind/bug deflector for our motorhome. It was too long to fit in the car or in the trunk, so I decided to stick it up through the sunroof. Luckily, it wasn't raining! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 40 years of MB Dieselling
Although I can't drive, I've had plenty of hobby cars over the past 20 years that I've worked on and ridden in. The first one was a '58 Volvo 444 in 1991, '62 Corvair Monza Convertible in '95, '62 Corvair Greenbrier Van in '97, '64 Corvair Greenbrier van later that year (used the '62 as a parts donor), '62 Studebaker Lark V8 in '98, a couple of Ford Pinto wagons and a Mercury bobcat hatchback in the early 2000's, but I came to my senses and bought my first Mercedes, a '78 300d in 2002. in 2003, I got another '78 300D. I ended up selling those and getting another '78 300d in 2004. Then came the short term Mazda Diesel that moved some of our stuff and hauled supplies for the new house. Those two went away and were replaced by the '78 300CD I should have never sold. Then came the '81 300CD I learned how toachust der falfs which got it back on the road. The last one to date, the '83 300SD I owned for 3 years. I'll own another Mercedes Diesel someday. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT: Bang Olufsen Beomaster / Vintage Stereo
I had a couple KLH speakers that I got about 20 years ago. They had very good sound. I sold them with my 92 Technics component system when I downsized to a newer Sony bookshelf unit. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] $1000 car
Wow, I didn't know that Gump was a $120 car! 60K miles out of a $2K total investment = double wow! That's way less than the average car payment for average transportation, and a W115 is far from that, IMO. He served you well indeed! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - Plymouth van tranny question
Wow, that's a pretty good maintenance record for a 15 y/o minivan! Our '05 is going to need a set of tires as well since they are showing a bit of sidewall cracking. The tread would probably make it another year, but it's not worth having a sidewall failure at speed, that's for sure! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 300D COBRA
When I spotted that one, I figured that it had a Ford 302 in it. Maybe, it's got vacuum leaks that make it hiss like a Cobra? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Early 126 water in trunk
When I owned my '83 300SD, it used to get plenty of water in the trunk. I noticed plenty of rust on the underside of the panel beneath the window, not sure if this was the cause or result of the dampness in the trunk. Of course, you could lie inside the trunk on your back and look up at it to see if there is any rust through. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR, wouldn't mind having a W126 Diesel again, early or late model ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] OT - Plymouth van tranny question
We had a $800 '91 Voyager beater complete with pealing paint and an occasional 2nd gear sticking probblem as well as the balking fwd gear after backing out when cold. The above issues were the reason for the low price although it only had 110K miles. It spent most of the time in town with an occasional freeway run and served us well for 3 years. The 2nd gear situation was more likely to happen when it was cold, and would almost always go back to normal after driving a while, shutting it down and restarting it again. Tranny shop said that it may need a shift pack solenoid, but I never had it fixed since it was so easy to work around. We now have a '05 TC touring purchased new 6 years ago, now with 33K miles on it, 3.3L engine. Other than the rear shocks getting bouncy, it's been wonderful. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The 78 300SD
I would have loved that car! It was much better than my decent $1200 '83 300SD which I ended up investing $2800 into! And it didn't even have working AC! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] A triplet of cheap 300SDs in Portland!
Didn't know that an '85 300sD started in 2nd? My '83 started in 1st. Is this another difference in the '85 tranny? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] How about a 309D?
Check this one out. If it didn't have all of the lower panel rust, it would be worth the money. http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/2518184663.html http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/2518184663.html Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Trip update
Yeah, but they were both manny trannies, those engines were half to 2/3 the displacement, most likely with no AC. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR -Original Message- From: Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com Sent: Monday, August 01, 2011 8:07 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Trip update That's not very good for a Diesel. The Quantum got 45 fully loaded and the Escort got 50. Leaving dayton headed toward niagra. Just filled up 34.4 mpg. Now that's what I'm talking about Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Trip update
That's awesome mpg! I'm glad to hear the 210 is doing well. -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net Sent: Friday, July 29, 2011 6:30 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Trip update Leaving dayton headed toward niagra. Just filled up 34.4 mpg. Now that's what I'm talking about Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] GUMP is DEAD
So what's the asking price for this Euro gem? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR -Original Message- From: redghost Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 8:20 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] GUMP is DEAD This TD is a euro with no magic stuff to go wrong. Manual everywhere, much as Gump was. clay 1972 220D - Gump - She is green, simple and runs and runs 1995 E300D - Cleo - Used by the Queen of Denial POS 1987 SDL - Beware Nigerian Scammers On Jul 26, 2011, at 11:54 AM, Fmiser wrote: andrew strasfogel wrote: I have an old 83 and new 85. The 83 has a 1985 transmission and more zip than the 1985, which probably needs a valve adjustment. The '85 has a taller differential ratio, so it will be slower to accelerate if all else is equal. The '85 got a bunch more (mysterious) vacuum things. There are at least three things I don't know what they do. And one of them hums after I turn off the engine. The transmission is different, but I'm not sure how. -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] GUMP is DEAD
Go for the TD! What year is it? I would think that it would still outrun Gump with the manny and NA engine. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon -Original Message- From: redghost Sent: Monday, July 25, 2011 2:13 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] GUMP is DEAD I have actively given up on Gump. The laundry list of needs on this car really are excessive. I love her, but she is the equivalent of the aged grandma who you can continue pouring cash into the healthcare system and you only prolong her death. I have to let go and just remember the sweet times we had. Also found a nice euro TD with manual trans that fits my present needs better. Gump was wonderfully idiosyncratic, but she really needed a full body off restoration to continue living for the long term. Doing nickel and dime upgrades was not doing her the justice she deserved. The newer car is more cash, but SWMBA sees only the logic of newer being less wrong than money pit. Newer money pit, but I can get her buy off on the TD than putting that cash into Gump. She only sees Gump as always needing something and not of value for being old. I will remind her of her outlook when she reaches that advanced age where she is wearing out and needs things done. I will then point out that she has ceased to have value and I should be getting a newer model. One without the sags and wrinkles. Able to produce vigorously. clay 1972 220D - Gump - She is green, simple and runs and runs 1995 E300D - Cleo - Used by the Queen of Denial POS 1987 SDL - Beware Nigerian Scammers On Jul 25, 2011, at 11:41 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: Dang it, I can remain silent no longer. You could just stand up and say Darling I love you but I'll drive whatever I dammed well please, call Kaleb and get that engine! I've seen you give up on Gump before, I didn't believe it then and I don't believe it now. Pull those eBay ads and get to work. BTW: Walt I've got a 616 pump, $50 if you pull, central MA, 1 hour from I90... -Curt Date: Mon, 25 Jul 2011 10:27:23 -0500 From: Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] GUMP is DEAD Message-ID: 4e2d8b5b.6080...@bennell.ca Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed OR, even less controversial - how about taking up golf and playing at every opportunity and dropping $50 to $150 each time plus constantly buying new clubs etc. Not uncommon. Your good wife should learn to appreciate the fact that Gump is a hobby as much as a means of transport. Randy On 23/07/2011 9:28 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Women are just stupid that's all their is to it. These women that gripe at their men because they like cars yet they have everything they need should try a man with a cocaine habit or who likes to beat on women, then maybe they will have something to complain about Sent from my iPhone On Jul 23, 2011, at 7:25 AM, Michael Canfieldslozuk...@gmail.com wrote: Clay, Ask SWMBA this...Would she prefer that you spend your time at home wrenching on Gump where you are at her service if she needs you or hanging out at the bar with the guys tying one on? Seems your hobby could be much, much worse. Some ladies just need to come to realize that. Mike On Jul 23, 2011 2:20 AM, redghostredgh...@comcast.net wrote: Tear down and full rebuild, since there are leaks in seals and have to redo the cylinder walls. Did not look much more at the short block for cracks there. Threw in the towel since I just do not want to have the fight with SWMBA over my overly emotional attachment to Gump. Best to let her go I can always find another wife anyway. Clay ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] PnP adventures
Perpetual autumn is about it. Here in Northern Oregon, we've gotten a few days of Summer, and then it's gone. I want warmer water for boating and water-skiing! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon -Original Message- From: redghost Sent: Monday, July 25, 2011 8:38 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] PnP adventures Seattle is not having summer. It is having perpetual autumn. Wet and cold clay 1972 220D - Gump - She is green, simple and runs and runs 1995 E300D - Cleo - Used by the Queen of Denial POS 1987 SDL - Beware Nigerian Scammers On Jul 25, 2011, at 8:27 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: PEOPLE! Not everyone know where you live, which makes your otherwise trenchant weather observations quite useless unless you clue us in. On Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 10:30 PM, Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: redghost wrote: Summer has deserted us. Once more we are seeing October weather with temps around 11c. Trade you some weather? Today it reached about 38c (102f). It might get down to 30c (85f) tonight. Succulent weather for a fish. Not good for hitting the PnP, but I had to see if I could source steel wheels for Gump to roll into greener pastures. I want the bundts I refinished with the new tires. So, I head over to the PnP. Be glad you have a yard to pick from. Around here, there are none. There is one yard, about 80 miles (130 km) away that sometimes has a car or two. Otherwise it's just my personal collection of parts cars. -- Philip ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] My new car!
My neighbor, Tom, has this exact car and loves it! He's poured money into it to make it right, even a total active/hydraulic suspension rebuild. He had the water pump seize, $1500 to make it whole again. He says I should give up my Mercedes addiction and get a Bimmer. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR -Original Message- From: Allan Streib Sent: Tuesday, July 19, 2011 8:20 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] My new car! Donald Snook dsn...@mtsqh.com writes: By the way, I talked to the service manager about this car. He knew the car. He knows the previous owner. The guy took exceptional care of the car. Evidently, he was a little neurotic and wanted the radiator cap replaced at every oil change. All work from new was done at the dealer. Including the Inspection II that was done less than 9,000 miles ago. This is a dealer service that costs between $800-1200 plus anything things that it needs. At this inspection, the dealership checked a ton of stuff (too much too list) and did the following: Changed rear differential fluid, flushed braked fluid, flushed power steering fluid, flushed coolant, replaced plugs, replaced all filters, and checked, inspected and lubed a WHOLE bunch of other things. So, Im pretty happy with the car. The previous owner was very anal and everything has been done. You have some kind of luck. I am amazed how you stumble into these cars. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Hundreds of old stinkers and one Frog
It must have been a 505 Turbo Diesel as I don't believe that the turbo Diesel engine was available in the earlier and more solid 504. The NA 505 was about the same as a 240D in performance. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Hundreds of old stinkers and one Frog
I like the PooJo 504, seemed to be a very solid car. My neighbor had three of them in the 1980's, 2 '79 Diesel sedans and a '76 Diesel Station Wagon. If they weren't so hard to get parts for here in the states, I would get one since they are often in the sub Kilobuck bracket. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Attention Kevin K.! Cheap 114 project!
Yes, the heater fans work on both cars, according to the seller. The running car has lots of little problems like a beaten-up body, rough interior, stripped window cranks, worn pads and rotors, and the squeaking belt problems. The possible donor car has the better body and interior plus new pads and rotors, and the window cranks. I inquired when they first went up for $1000, but I really want an automatic since my potential drivers can't drive manny. The running car has a manny tranny, so I thought of the possibility of swapping out the good engine for the auto car. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of many cars and parts
Are you selling the 76 300d or 240d? Kevin in hillsboro, oregon -Original Message- From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net Sent: Wednesday, June 29, 2011 4:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Getting rid of many cars and parts I have been trying to get you to respond re: a 126 4-pin pass electric mirror, and the little black plastic piece inside it. --R On 6/29/11 7:26 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: I need to get rid of a bunch of cars and parts. I am going to start just messing with a few models and want to get rid of any old 116, 123, and 126 stuff, and probably 201 stuff as well. If you want some parts or project cars, now is the time. I need to clean house. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Motor home again
It's FWD though, so it would be complicated. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] HOT HOT HEAT
Pretty bad if he'll settle for a Kia in trade hahaha! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Camaro with a 4 cylinder
I know there will soon be a 5 cylinder Camaro if my friend doesn't wimp out A 5 cylinder Mercedes Diesel or the GM 3.5L inline 5 cylinder gas engine? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
Yes, they were originally powered by 2 4-71 Detroit Diesels, but they were later repowered with a Screamin' Jimmy 8V-71. Those weren't known for sipping fuel, but they sure have a nice sound! The big, modern Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines sure do make crazy power and run quietly. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Ot motorhomes
If you get over 8MPG with it, you're doing pretty well. We had a mid 90's Chevy class C with a 454 in it, and it got around 7MPG towing a Jeep Grand Cherokee. That wasn't going the speed limit either :D. A 1995 32 footer is a good deal for 5K! Hook up a tow dolly, roam the country and drag back the Mercedes Diesels one by one! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1982 300D again
DEQ is the department of Environmental Quality (AKA Emissions testing). Unfortunately, I missed out on this one, I didn't have time to get there to look it over. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 1982 300D again
Nope, didn't get there in time. However, I see more and more cheap MB Diesels every day, there's a 1965 190D for $400 up there right now. I want to stick with the W115, 116 and 123's. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] test
clatta clatta clatta? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] 1982 300D again
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Re: [MBZ] 1982 300D again
I'm thinking of purchasing the 1982 300D in the ad linked to my previous post. Any feedback? It seems like the perfect car to tuck next to the house and work on for a while. For not much above scrap price for a running/driving car, I don't think I can go too wrong? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Classic Cars?
One of my uncles in Indiana built a rear engine 1971 Datsun Pickup with a 455/toronado setup with shortened axles. It was one heck of a screamer that would lift the front end while smoking the rear tires! I don't know what happened to that thing. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] The Dirty Little Secret Behind the Chevy VOLT....
Since hearing is all I've got, electrics and hybrids are a problem. The guide dogs did well with the Prius used in training. It was sure quiet, and even when I didn't hear it, the dog provided plenty of buffer zone for our safety. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] '83 300CD for near Kaleb money
That would be a nice fun car! If it was around here, it would be triple the price! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 92 E class Diesel
There was a '92 for sale locally here in Hillsboro, and it was gone within a day. The asking price was $4800, but it only had 190K miles. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] half of this car is not like the other....
A car can be perfectly fine after an accident with the replacement of only front sheet metal. For a few years during the early 80's, our car was a 1972 Pinto Station Wagon. Dad picked it up for $200 since it had been hit head-on. Within a weekend, he installed a new radiator and a front clip off a 1974 Pinto, and though it was a different color, it was rock solid. It never left us stranded, and he still made a profit on it 4 years later! It had the 2000CC OHC engine with an automatic transmission, slow but determined! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fwd: mercedes 300d - $400 (georgia)
Man, if that was in my area, I'd be all over it! I've got the perfect place to park it and work on it. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] recycling etc
Here in Oregon, we have the same alternating week system for recycling and green waste AKA yard debris. Glass jars/bottles go into a smaller bin that can be put out every week. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] can I run OM617 without balancer
It will probably loose oil out the front. There's nothing worse than LOOSE oil!! Watch where you step, and don't let your foot slip off the break petal :D. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Totalled car insurance
My parents had good luck with allstate insurance when my mom's hhr was hit and totaled. She had the check within three weeks, and they gave her high book value. The loan was paid off, and she is now paying half the payment after putting the difference toward a new scion xB. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon -Original Message- From: Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2011 3:48 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Totalled car insurance Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com writes: The problem with insurance is that it is required. When businesses like this get written in to law, they have a captive audience and zero respect for the rate payer - it is total scam, absolute robbery. They skate away from paying whenever... Your perspective is not my experience. The only trouble I've had with insurers trying to get out of paying for claims was with optional insurance (health and long term care, specifically). Auto insurance is mandatory but there is also a lot of competition. I can chose between dozens of carriers and there are a range of plans from basic minimum liability-only to full coverage. Choice and competition is good for the consumer. ALL types of insurance are regulated, AFAIK, but few are as open as auto insurance to competition. Term life may be another one (I guess one never knows if his life insurance claim gets paid though) Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com [The entire original message is not included] ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] smoking 103
Sounded like a money pit to me anyway. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Interesting 300D 2.5
This 300D has been up many times before. I think it started at $7250. For his price, it should shift perfectly. He doesnt say anything about the AC blowing ice cold either. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: Sprinting
Wow, over 60K for a Sprinter on closeout? My fully loaded 2 year leftover '06 Sprinter 2500 standard roof Passenger van was priced at $36K in August of 2007! The similarly equipped 10 passenger 07 high roof van we tested earlier that summer was 41K. The only passenger van on the lot when we finally decided to buy one was that '06 with 600 miles on it! I guess the '07's were more popular with the new body style and the new, quieter V6 Diesel. I preferred The earlier Sprinters since the body seemed more solid, and the doors closed with a metallic clunk sound similar to a W116 Mercedes. Also, the seats, both upholstery and design, were higher quality. The 2.7L 5 cylinder Diesel was louder, vibrated a bit more and had more exhaust odor than the V6 Diesel. I did grow to like the sound and smell of it, kind of harkened back to the old SD. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] My purchase of the week
Congratulations on your new purchase! I've admired your buying and selling strategy since I joined the Mercedes list, so now that I have room in the budget, I decided to do a similar business with rC cars and trucks. I've started buying up some fixer uppers since I enjoy rebuilding them and tuning them up to run in top form. I can fix and drive many different ones for much less than buying them new (in most cases), and I can at least pay the bills and keep the funds flowing by putting most of them up for sale. , . I found a pretty good package deal on two running cars, one complete basketcase to either rebuild or use as a parts donor for the other one, a gallon of nitro fuel, a 4 drawer top box full of parts and accessories and extra electronics. At $350, it cost me less than any one of them would have cost new. My ad for dead or dying rC's is doing quite well, call me the RC version of K'Leb! Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Sprinting
It was called the Chicken Tax. any light truck that was imported into the USA was subject to it. It was circumvented by having them shipped without beds and have them installed once they arrive. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Parking permit surcharge to force diesel cars off theroads
The first thought that came to mind when I heard about the Progressive Snapshot device was It sure wouldn't be hard for them to use this data against us. At the time, my Mom said But it's your choice whether or not to put it in your car. This is true right now, but for how long? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Vacuum Cleaner Recommendations
Interesting comment about bagless-one of the biggest complaints is over having to empty the dust collector The dust that you've just vacuumed up comes pouring back out when you empty the thing. That's the only complaint that I have about our Dyson. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
